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Mary Oldes Obituary

Mary May (Hanawalt) Oldes, born April 19, 1927, passed away unexpectedly on July 6, 2007 from a heart attack. Her husband of 44 years, Orrie "Bud" preceded her. Mary is survived by her daughter Lynda Kimes, sons Donald and Daniel (Deborah) Oldes; granddaughters Kimmy and Paula Kimes, Cynthia (Tedd) Smith, Katrina (Aaron) Langevin and Jennifer Oldes and five great-grandchildren. Mary was a member of the Crafter's Guild Craft Association and she had been an avid bowler. Service on July 13, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Blunt Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

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Published by The Gazette on Jul. 11, 2007.

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Connielou Caldwell

July 17, 2007

When I was eight years old I went to Aunt Mary's graduation. I thought it was so wonderful at George Washingon High School. Ten years later, I graduated from George Washington High School. As I stood there looking down at all my relatives Aunt Mary, Uncle Don, Uncle Gale, Grandma Johnson, Uncle Guy, Aunt Cathy, Mom and Dad, I felt I really accomplished something. As I was growing up I thought my Aunt Mary was a movie star. Uncle Gale had all these glamourous pictures of Aunt Mary on the wall. Once she had a big wave in front and her long hair in a hair net she looked beautiful. When I was 28 years old my Aunt still looked the same to me with her sweet smile. Things I remember about my Aunt Mary were first, she always had the best tan; second, she always had a well managed home and decorated it well. Lastly, when we were younger she would drag me everywhere she went when she fed the chickens, milked the goats, or fed the hogs. She helped me feed the horses, Daisey, my pinto, and Funny Boy, her fol. My mom was helping Aunt Mary when Danny was born and it was my birthday, but daddy was still in the army. Uncle Don put a bible together for me and Aunt mary gave me a B-Day party. After years of being seperated from my Aunt Mary and Uncle Don my husband went to visit them in Colorado. They were both still the sweetest most loving, caring, funny, aunt and uncle, I remember. All the good cooking and baking and family time. I will always fondly remember my Sweet Aunt Mary May. Your Loving Niece,

Marianne & Ann Clementi

July 13, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mary was a fun, loving individual who brought happiness all around her. She will be missed.

Kimmy Kimes

July 13, 2007

My Gram showed me so much love and gentleness over the years. I will miss the moments she would share her memories with me and her outlook on life. I'm so glad I had her all this time to learn from her and love her. I will see you again someday Gram in His kingdom.

Candy Devine

July 13, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you all, I wish I could be their. I know she is in heaven with Bud having a good laugh. She was a trooper who fought long and hard and touched many lives. I remember meeting her and Bud when I was a little girl back in Hawthorne. I will miss her. Godspeed Mary, say Hi to Bud for me.
Love, Candy Devine

Jonni Wright

July 12, 2007

Mary was a good friend from the day we met her at the bowling alley. She was warm and such a lot of fun to be around. We will miss her. Jonni and Vincent Wright

Christina Elmore

July 12, 2007

Your family is tight in our thoughts and prayers. I know the fond memories of Mary will make you smile amongst your tears. The kids all knew her as Grandma Mary and loved it when she was at Lynda's spending time with them. May she rest in peace. Much Love! Christina, Kayla and Forrest

Betty Moffett ( Freeman)

July 12, 2007

Mary was my "other mother" when Lynda and I were in school and beyond. I will love her always and miss her very much. Gods speed to the entire family in healing.

Tim Hickey

July 11, 2007

Kimmy & Paula,
Hi, I am sorry to hear of your grand mothers passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time of loss.
Tim Hickey and Family

Judy and Gary Nelson

July 11, 2007

A woman that never met a stranger and truly loved so many. Godspeed, Mary. You will be missed by more than you'll ever know! Well, I guess now, you do know.

Lynda Kimes

July 11, 2007

MY MOM WAS SO SPECIAL TO ME. SHE ENCOURAGED ME TO FOLLOW MY DREAMS AS SHE CAME ALONG AND HELP MAKE THEM COME TRUE. SHE WAS ALWAYS THERE TO GUIDE US KIDS. I'LL MISS HER SO MUCH. LYNDA

Paula Kimes

July 11, 2007

Grandma, I love you and I will miss you dearly. I find comfort knowing you are no longer in any pain and that you are with Grandpa in heaven. You were a wonderful woman and touched many hearts.

George & Sonja Toyama

July 11, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Oldes Family, especially Debbie, Danny, Cindy, Trina.

Ann Green

July 11, 2007

My prayers are with the family, Grandma Mary was a good person and touched the lives of many.
God be with you

Ann Green
(Taylor)

LEONA TOMPKINS

July 11, 2007

YOU WILL BE MISSED YOUR NIECE LEONA TOMPKINS

De Dee Malafronte

July 11, 2007

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Debbie Oldes

July 11, 2007

Mary - Rest in peace. Say hi to Bud for me.

Linda Penwell

July 11, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. You will be missed by many.

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