Visitation:
Thursday, August 26, 2021
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Secor Funeral Home
Willard , OH 44890
Service:
Friday, August 27, 2021
10:00 AM
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
Willard , OH 44890
Mary Magnuson, age 77, of Willard, OH went into the Lord's arms on August 22nd, 2021 after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Mary was an angel on earth, who had a strong faith in the Lord, a caring heart, infectious laugh, and generous spirit.
Mary was born in Genoa, Nebraska to Ted and Sophia Zoucha. Mary married Bob Magnuson on November 13, 1965. Bob's job with Pepperidge Farm would lead their family to Willard 42 years ago.
If you knew Mary, you knew about her "girls". She was a loving mother to Lori (David) Baum, Sherri (Jim) Chaffins, Sophie (Dan) Zupsansky, and Cari (Larry) Mead.
Mary was the biggest cheerleader to her grandchildren who affectionately called her Mema. Her big heart will be carried on by her grandchildren, Mitchell, Morgan, Lexi, Breyden, Greyson, Mattox, Holden, Laurel, Lea, and Gabe. She also had 4 great-grandchildren, Oliver, Calum, Kinsley, and Nehemiah. All whom love her deeply and will miss her presence in their life.
Mary had a special friend of 13 years, Jim Claus. They had a deep love, humorous banter, and enjoyed many memories. A few were trips to Nebraska, playing Mr. and Mrs. Claus, spending time at the Moose, and so much more.
Mary's sisters and brother were a huge part of her life. They spoke daily to share all aspects of their lives, discuss soap operas, or just chat. Her sisters Janet, Carol, Chrissy, and Betty will miss her and their phone calls dearly.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Ted and Sophia Zoucha; husband, Bob; daughter, Lisa; sister, Genevieve and brother, Kenny.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Stein Hospice. The family also asks that you have her memory live on by Living Like Mary - smile at a stranger, pay it forward, give a genuine hug, or any simple act to make someone feel special.
Family and friends may visit at Secor Funeral Home in Willard, OH on Thursday, August 26, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be a funeral mass to follow at St. Francis Xavier Church on Friday, August 27, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Mike Diemer officiating. Burial will follow at the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Willard. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
Condolences
Jim and Marlene Henry - Sep 2, 2021
You have chosen the perfect picture of Mary - it is how we will always remember her. When she entered a space it became a place of joy just by her presence. I think the world is a better place because she was here. May God give you comfort in the memories.
Bev Ganni - Aug 30, 2021
Jim and Mary’s girls and family, I was saddened to hear if Mary’s passing. She was a wonderful and beautiful lady! I first met her watching the girls play softball and later talked a lit at RRD. She will be so missed. God bless each of you.
Christine Gigliotti - Aug 27, 2021
Deepest sympathy for your family. I know Mary was such a kind person and a wonderful mom and grandma. Continued prayers for her family and friends.
Theresa & Eugene Missler - Aug 27, 2021
Sending our deepest sympathy to Jim, and family. Keeping you in our prayers.
Marsha Damhoff - Aug 27, 2021
She was such a very special women. I will cherish the talks we had at the Shrine in my office. So glad Father Harry blest her on her last visit. She is certainly an angel in heaven.
Tom and Jeanne Ehrhart - Aug 26, 2021
It's been years since we were neighbors in Logan. I think back to the fun times we had with Bob and Mary. We fondly remember Bumpy and Buzzy and all the sweet girls of the Magnusen family. Our love to all of you. Families can be together forever. This is my testimony and message of love and comfort to you:)
Carol J. Hostetler - Aug 26, 2021
What a special family!!! I am thinking of you all. Your mother never met a stranger and always had a big beautiful smile. God be with you all!!!
Ken and Cyndi Shoup - Aug 26, 2021
Sherri, Jim and family, our heart breaks for all of you. Mary was one of the sweetest ladies we have ever had the chance to be around. We will miss her beautiful smile, her contagious laugh and her all around kindness. Heaven has a very special angel now.
Jim and Susie Martin - Aug 26, 2021
We always enjoyed seeing Mary on our walks. She always had the biggest smile. We are so very sorry for your loss. God bless your family.
Curby Slone and Family - Aug 26, 2021
We are so saddened by Marys passing. She was such a wonderful person. She had such a positive impact on everyone she was around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Moore - Aug 26, 2021
Sherri I’m so sorry for the loss of your mother. I remember how good she was to our mother many years ago. You and your family have our deepest sympathy.
Clinton and Ashley Mead - Aug 25, 2021
My deepest sympathy to the family. We love you.
Kim Vanderpool - Aug 25, 2021
My deepest sympathy Sherri to you and your family. May Gods arms surround you at this difficult time. Hugs .
Marilyn Sands - Aug 25, 2021
Mary’s smile, kindness and her love of family and friends made her a special person to know. May God grant you peace as you deal with her loss.
Rose and Gary Pittenger - Aug 25, 2021
We are heart broken Mary was the sweetest person. She loved her family and was proud of them. And was their biggest cheerleader. We talked about our grandchildren and cooking all the time I will miss our talks and her smile and hugs. Sending prayers hugs and love to the family
Denis & Roberta Rapp - Aug 25, 2021
Jim our deepest sympathies to you for your loss. We didn't know Mary's family but you are all in our prayers. She was a fantastic, beautiful lady. May God give all of you peace and comfort in your loss. GOD BLESS.
Denis & Roberta Rapp - Aug 25, 2021
Jim our deepest sympathies to you for your loss. We didn't know Mary's family but you are all in our prayers. She was a fantastic, beautiful lady. May God give all of you peace and comfort in your loss. GOD BLESS.
Jo & Chuck Storts - Aug 24, 2021
There are no words to express how sad we are to lose just a wonderful lady & friend. Our sincere sympathy to her wonderful family. Sending prayers to give you love & peace during this difficult time❤
Oliver and Judy Mahl - Aug 24, 2021
So sorry to hear of Mary's passing..she has a wonderful family and will be truly missed..never seen her without a smile,,God has gained an angel..our thoughts and prayers for her family
Nicole & Rocky Freemont - Aug 24, 2021
So heartbroken for all of you! Mary treated us like one of her own and we loved her so very much! Praying for all of you and we will try and spread more kindness in her memory.
Ned and Cheri Peddicord - Aug 24, 2021
To Mary's family, May God wrap his loving arms around all of you and give you comfort during this sad time.
Sharon Polachek - Aug 24, 2021
You have my deepest condolences! Your mother was so special... beautiful inside and out. This world has suffered a great loss! But heaven has gained a beautiful soul. HUGS!
Rhonda Jester - Aug 24, 2021
For Mary’s family I am so sorry to hear of your loss but heaven sure got a special angel! Her laughter was the type that you had to laugh too! I got to know Mary through a Bible study we took and what a very special personality she had..She will be sadly miss..
Amy White - Aug 24, 2021
I’m so sorry for your families loss. Mary was definitely an angel on earth. May God bless your family during this heartbreaking time.
Donna - Aug 24, 2021
So sorry for your loss Sherri and Lori
Sue Babione - Aug 24, 2021
Lori, and all your dear sisters ,and families, I pray for each one of you. Your mother was such a wonderful, fun, beautiful, loving person. She was always upbeat no matter the circumstances. I pray the Lord will comfort each of you during this tough time. Mary had great faith and now reaps the benefit of that faith. Blessings to each of you.
Erika and Andy Lee - Aug 24, 2021
Oh Cari and family... my heart breaks for you. We were so happy to meet her at Mattox's graduation. She beamed with life and was just sooooo sweet. We are so sorry for your loss, and no, it doesn't help or make you feel better even if you know logically that she is no longer suffering. Sending love, prayers, and hugs to the family.
Greg and Deb Chaffins - Aug 24, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss and want all of you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Pullen - Aug 24, 2021
What a beautiful, loving life and beautiful, loving family Mary had. So thoughtful of others! She called my 95 year old mother Aunt Clare from time to time and made mom's day! Always ended the call with I love you! God bless and strengthen you. Love never ends!
Bob and Jo Ann Cook - Aug 24, 2021
Will remember Mary and her laugh forever. It was great to have Mary on our team at RRD. We remember talking to her recently at the American Legion fish fry as she told us of her most recent prognosis. She will be missed but is in good hands now.
Jim, Sandy, Luke and Ben Blum - Aug 24, 2021
Sorry for your loss. Prayers. I always enjoyed talking to Mrs. Magnuson at Church.
Anna Marie Szatko - Aug 24, 2021
My deepest sympathy to the Magnuson and Zoucha families. I will always remember Mary's sense of humor and her laugh. She is heaven now and looking down at us pain free and having a good time. My prayers are with you🙏
Diana Meurer - Aug 24, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss. Mary was a beautiful and loving person.
Linda King and Dale - Aug 24, 2021
To all Mary's family you have our deepest sympathy.Mary was a sweet one of a kind lady that always had a smile for you with her laugh.When she would walk in yr office at work it would brighten up for sure.God got a great person you will truly be missed!RIP my sweet friend.💚
Bonnie Harvey - Aug 24, 2021
I did not know your Sister/ Mother/ Grandmother but felt her loving warmth in your beautiful tribute to her. May her memory be for a blessing. With Sympathy. Love, Bonnie
Pam and Paul King - Aug 24, 2021
Mary was always a bright light roaming the aisles of RRD smiling and talking to everyone with that wonderful smile of hers. She was a caring person who never met a stranger. It hurts my heart that she will no longer be on this earth but Heaven has gained by our loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and many, many friends.
Rick and Jen Chaffins - Aug 24, 2021
I want to say so many things and when it come to Mary but I'm going to keep keep it simple she always approached me with a smile and a hug that's true love our two family share together sorry about your loss
Denice Ream - Aug 24, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. Mary was a joy to work with and always had such a bright smile. She will be missed .
Sandi, Mick and Michaella OBrien - Aug 24, 2021
Our beautiful Mary, you have been the most wonderful friend, neighbor a person could ever ask for. If there ever was an Angel on Earth it was you. I’m so saddened for those sweet daughters and grandchildren of yours. Bob has his Mary beside him again. I love you and will always miss you. I can still hear that contagious laughter. Bless You Sweet Mary.
Daniel & Sandy Buurma - Aug 24, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and Jim. Mary was truly a special lady and wonderful friend. We had many fun times and laughs together that we will always treasure. Boone and Sandy Buurma
Melanie Neptune - Aug 24, 2021
Sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was a great person to work with and had a wonderful personality. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Joe and Janene Reiderman - Aug 24, 2021
What a beautifully written obituary. We have never seen Mary without a smile. And she had the most infectious laugh! May knowing how much Mary was loved be of comfort to you during this difficult time. She will be missed by so many.
Janet Hines - Aug 24, 2021
To Mary's family. I so enjoyed talking to Mary and Jim usually after Saturday mass. Mary always had a laugh and such a kind heart. She will be missed by so many.
Kendra Bangert - Aug 23, 2021
My heart is breaking for all of you. Your momma was a sweet, sweet lady. I have fond memories of sleepovers in the basement of your home. We are praying for peace and comfort for each of you.
Dorothy Seidel - Aug 23, 2021
To the family of Mary you have my deepest sympathy, Mary was such a kind loving person, never saw her without a smile on her face. God gained a true angel.
BARB JONES - Aug 23, 2021
To Mary's family, we send sympathy , prayers and hugs. Mary was a sweet and loving person. We will miss her. GOD BLESS BJ AND FAMILY.
Jolynn - Aug 23, 2021
Will miss our weekly talks. You have been special in so many ways. Love you
John andHazel Elkins - Aug 23, 2021
Mary was a very sweet lady. She will be missed. We sent our love and condolences to the family. John and Hazel 🙏🙏🙏🥀💕
Phil and Marianna Worcester - Aug 23, 2021
So very sorry for the loss of your momma! She was truly a wonderful soul with an infectious smile and a genuine heart. Our prayers are with you all.
Newman & Darlene King - Aug 23, 2021
Sorry to hear of Mary's passing. R.I.P.
Todd Weatherbie - Aug 23, 2021
Prayers for family and peace in your heart. Your mom… such a blessing.
Trish Palmer Tarr - Aug 23, 2021
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. You are in my thoughts.
LINDA AND FRANK MENDOZA - Aug 23, 2021
Our sincere deepest condolences to the family. Mary may you rest in PEACE. Best friend I could of had in my life. Love and miss you sweet lady.
Kristie Faulhaber - Aug 23, 2021
Such a Beautiful Soul, rest in Peace Miss Mary & prayers for healing to all the Family.
Jack and Pam Milligan - Aug 23, 2021
We will sure miss seeing Mary on her front porch each morning with her wave and hello. She was a wonderful neighbor and lovely person. Prayers for God’s peace and comfort to surround your families.
The Burke Family - Aug 23, 2021
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the entire family on the loss of their beloved mother and grandmother. The love that Mary gave to her entire family shines brightly through them all. We are sending prayers for her eternal peace with God in Heaven. Our love especially goes to Sophie, Dan, Lexi, Breyden and Greyson at this time. Love, The Burke Family
Doc and Merry Holida - Aug 23, 2021
We are so very sorry for the loss of your sweet momma. She was like a mom to me and I will always cherish the memories we had with her. My arms are around each of you during this difficult time. We love you all.
Linda and Mike Veletean - Aug 23, 2021
Lori, Sherri, Sophie and Carrie and Jim. We are so deeply sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. What a wonderfully beautiful and delightful person to be around. Keep your memories always with you and never forget how special she was. You are all in our prayers.
Jennifer Stanziano - Aug 23, 2021
I didn’t have the honor of knowing Mary, but through her obituary and stories, she was truly a beautiful soul. May her spirit live on through her daughters and grandchildren. Sending thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Deb White - Aug 23, 2021
Truly saddened by the passing of Mary. Her kind spirit and sweet soul will be missed.
Gerri Vesterman - Aug 23, 2021
To all of Mary’s family, my deepest sympathies. May God hold you tightly in his arms. Worked with Mary at RRD and always came in the office with a smile on her face and her laughter was contagious. RIP Mary.