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Mary Ann Barton
1925 - 2017
Mary Ann Barton passed away on December 18, 2017, at the age of 92 due to complications related to Alzheimer's Disease, with her family at bedside.
Mary was one of six children. She was born on August 16, 1925, to William and Anna (Rinn) Beaumaster on a poor crop farm near Lourdes, Iowa. Challenges faced growing up in poverty taught her resilience and the power to maintain a positive spirit throughout her life.
After finishing high school, Mary held numerous secretarial jobs, affording her the opportunity to live in many thriving cities across the United States. Her employment included performing hospital clerical work in Rochester, MN, sending telegrams for Western Union in Detroit, and processing market orders at the San Francisco Stock Exchange in the 1940s. Mary met her future husband of 50 years, Emmett Barton, in 1959 at Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage. On base, she was responsible for distributing weather forecasts via teletype to military aircraft to ensure safe flights throughout Alaska. Mary went with Emmett cross country to Dover, Delaware, where she worked for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Another military transfer was ordered, so Mary moved with Emmett to Frankfurt, Germany, where she was employed by the U.S. Army Intelligence Service. Although her official job description was purely clerical, Mary spoke with pride of her frequent deployments as a "spook," where she performed undercover surveillance on suspected Russian enemies due to her ability to blend in anywhere.
Mary and Emmett were married on November 25, 1967, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Colorado Springs. Her most cherished and final job was as homemaker and mother to her only child, Dr. Melissa A. Barton, who is an emergency physician in Michigan. Mary loved dancing to big band music, thrift store shopping, watching CBS soap operas, and all animals, especially her own. Her motto in life was, "Smile and the whole world smiles with you. Frown and you frown alone."
Mary was preceded in death by her five siblings: Francis, Thomas, Eileen Margaret May, Margaret Mary Lass, Mary Elizabeth Turner; she was the last remaining survivor of the Beaumaster family farm. Mary is survived by her husband, daughter, nieces, nephews, and her cat, Kiki.
A visitation will be held at Swan-Law Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. with a rosary to follow. A Catholic mass of burial will take place on Thursday, December 28, 2017, 10:00 a.m., at Corpus Christi Catholic Church.
The family is eternally grateful for the compassionate care provided by the staff of the New Dawn Memory Care Center over this past year. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or to an animal shelter of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Barton
Sponsored by Melissa Barton.
M Mines
January 23, 2018
Melissa
We were so sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. We know you loved her and your Dad when you often talked of them and bought them wonderful gifts from your travels.
You have our deepest sympathy,
Love
Peter, Mary and Max
patricia martinez
January 8, 2018
I am so sorry about your lost I know I am late. I knew your mom she was very sweet lady. I have been busy and sick so please forgive me for late thought of sympathy
Dorothey McPherson
December 29, 2017
Bart and Missy, Thinking of you in your sorrow and praying you find strength in the days ahead. I wish I had met Mary years ago. She was so full of love and laughter. I'm sure anyone that met her had an instant friend. She will be missed but not forgotten. My deepest condolences
Michael Beaumaster
December 29, 2017
Bart no words can take away your sorrow. I hope you can find comfort through memories. I cherish the last time I saw you both. Aunt Mary was so surprised and enjoyed going through the photo album. Rest in peace Mary. God will be with you Bart !
Sky Stone Perry
December 28, 2017
Rest in peace Mary we all love and miss you
Sky Stone Perry
December 28, 2017
Melissa and Bart,
I am sorry for your loss your mom and wife was a sweet lady we all loved her. I enjoyed taking care of her she was funny and enjoyed conversations sometimes with the staff. Everyday she brightened my day. She will always be with you and us in our hearts and she has made a great impact on everyones lives. She was full of joy. I and the people at new dawn will miss her dearly.
Mike Kelly
December 26, 2017
What a sweet Lady, she was a customer in my office for many years . Always enjoyed her company and conversations. Will miss her going forward, but she is in a much more beautiful place now.Rest easy my friend.Mike Kelly Golf Acres Optical Co.
Lisa Phillips
December 25, 2017
Bart & Melissa,
Mary Ann is with our lord Jesus Christ in comfort and peace. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
With Love.
December 24, 2017
We, Sue and I, will hold you "Bart" and Melissa in our prayers. Hope to see you Wednesday.
Julie Renner
December 22, 2017
Melissa, My sincerest condolences to you, your father, and your entire family during this difficult time. I hope that you are able to find comfort in beautiful memories that come from a life well-lived.
Laura Clark-Roumpz
December 22, 2017
Melissa, your friends and colleagues are praying for you and your dad during this difficult time. The obituary was lovely; it is so nice to read about such a well-lived, positive life...you were blessed to have her. Hugs from Michigan. xoxo
Sarah Friday
December 21, 2017
Melissa my heart goes out to you and your Dad.
I pray that you find comfort in the fond memories of your mother.
Shaunda Barchers
December 21, 2017
Melissa & Bart
Those we love don't go away,
The walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, Still missed and very dear.
For death leaves a heartache
No one can heal,
And love leaves a nemory
No one can steal.
Your mother will ALWAYS have a special place in heart and will be missed by many at New Dawn Memory Care.
All My Love,
Stacy Mellor
December 21, 2017
Melissa: I'm very sorry for the loss of your mother and for the difficult time you are going through. You and your father are in my thoughts and prayers. Very sincerely, Stacy
December 21, 2017
My condolences go out to your family. May the God of peace be with you during this difficult time of grieving (2 For 1:3).
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