Mary E. Cline

1933 - 2017

Mary E. Cline obituary, 1933-2017, Loves Park, IL

BORN

1933

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Sunset Funeral Home

8800 North Alpine Road

Machesney Park, Illinois

Mary Cline Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 10, 2017.

Mary Ellen Cline, 84, of Loves Park, passed away on March, 9, 2017. Born September 17, 1933 in Rockford, IL. Daughter of Otto and Hazel Emerson. United in marriage to Lerma Cline on December 1st 1951 in Rockford, IL. He predeceased her on June 21, 2014. She was a loving wife of 63 years to the sunshine of her life and now she is able to once again to be in his arms.

During her lifetime she was employed by Yonkers, DJ Stewart and Bergner's. Mary found enjoyment in the outdoors being in her yard where she loved to feed her beloved squirrels and birds. Along with Lerma she enjoyed camping and fishing. She loved collecting Angels. Her most favorite pastime of all was spending time with her family.

Survived by her sons, Joseph Cline and James Cline; grandchildren, Ashley Johnson , Amanda Cline, Damon Johnson, Jayden Johnson; siblings, Howard (Fran) Emerson (Rochester, IL), Elizabeth
Emerson Chelinsky (Byron, IL), Albert (Cathy) Emerson (Brentwood, TN), Otto Emerson Jr, Julia Emerson Carmody and Catherine Emerson; numerous nieces and nephews

Predeceased by her parents; spouse, Lerma; great-granddaughter, Payton Smallwood.

Funeral Service at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 18 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 North Alpine Rd, Machesney Park. Pastor Charles Waggoner will be officiating the service. Visitation at 9 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the family.

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March 15, 2017

Amanda Cline

Mary was my grandmother, my mentor and my mentor. If anyone needed anything she was there before you could ask. She always talked kindly about everyone answer softly. She's now in heaven with grandpa watching over us.

March 15, 2017

Carrie Zavadil Marinelli

I worked with Mary at North Towne and at Machesney Park Bergners. She was always upbeat and kind and often spoke fondly of her family. It was such a pleasure to work with her. She was very kind to everyone around her.

March 14, 2017

Carla Wojtowicz

Mary was my aunt married to my mom's,(Violet Knittel) brother Junior. She was always smiling, always pleasant and I even had the pleasure of working with her when she worked at Pranges. She is in the arms of Jesus now and with Uncle Junior. May the family find comfort in knowing they are together once again. All my thoughts with Joe, James and their families.

March 14, 2017

Kari Pierce

Mary and Jr. will always be a special part of my childhood memories. Mary was one of the sweetest women I have known. She has joined Jr., Jack and Jerry in heaven. Now heaven has four angles.

March 14, 2017

howard emerson

Mary is my older sister .she was a strong person .honest and loving .growing up she tried to keep me striate and narrow. I thanks her for that. I will miss that smile she wore on her face .We were always glad to see each other She was my friend and sister. god bless MARY CLINE ///////// HOWARD EMERSON & Family.

March 13, 2017

Liz Emerson Chelinsky

My Sister, My friend, You always were my hero, Always will be, loving, forgiving and ready to be there for everyone. Yes, God took the best. Miss you so much. Love and God bless.

March 13, 2017

Anne Jung

Though I only knew Mary through her grandson Josh Cline for a few short months she made an impact on me. She was always happy to see us and spend time talking with us when we stopped by several times a week. She was a very nice person and enjoyed exchanging stories and loved joining in on ribbing Josh. She will be missed.....RIP sweet lady, until we meet again to share more stories.

March 13, 2017

Lori Hackenburg

Mary was my Mother in law,but I considered her a Mom I didn't have..We did things a mother and daughter should do . I never did with my Mom.
She helped me raised a family. A young daughter Ashley I had no clue on how to.
Mary was the sweetest,kindnest,strongest women
I have ever known..
She is now back with her love Junior
Love Always
Lori

March 13, 2017

Our Heartfelt Condolences to Mary's Family. A Very Dear Wife, Mother, Grandmother & Great Grandmother.A Friend to all. RIP~~~~~~
Cousin, Dixie Mallett Lamantia & John Lamantia

March 13, 2017

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Betty McWilliams

Mary was my Friend for 70+yrs.I will miss her so,but she is in heaven now with God & his angels & is once again with Junior.My deepest condolences & prayers to Joe and all the family.lv u guys and God bless Mary.

March 12, 2017

Liz Emerson Chelinsky

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