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Mary Relihan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 29, 2018.

Mary Elizabeth Relihan died Saturday, January 27, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Esther McGinty of Sabetha, Kansas where she was born and raised. She attended Cottey College in Nevada, MO and the University of Kansas as a design major and was a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. While at KU, she met her husband, Donald A. Relihan, M.D. His medical practice brought them to Wichita where she became active in a number of social and community organizations and served in various capacities including President of the Junior League of Wichita, President of the Kappa Kappa Gamma Wichita Alumni Association, and as secretary of the board of Wichita Art Association. Mary created beautiful pottery gifting many pieces to her family and friends. She was recognized for outstanding needlepoint stitchery and creating custom designs for clients as a co-owner of Needlepoint By MEG. She enjoyed gardening, watching sports, played golf and tennis, and was a dedicated reader never without a book by her side. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Donald A. Relihan, M.D., her brother William J. McGinty, D.D.S. of Overland Park, KS, her daughters Anne Rounds, Jane (Phil) Hesse, her son Ted Relihan, her grandchildren Nick (Becky) Hesse, William Hesse and Erin (Jeff ) Kice; great-grandchildren Thomas Kice, Samuel Kice and Margaret Hesse. In keeping with her wishes there will be no services.

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February 1, 2018

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Mike Barton

I always enjoyed serving Don and Mary when I was a waiter at WCC back in the 70's and 80's. What a fine couple. Mary Relihan was a pleasure to deal with and I am saddened at her passing. My sincerest condolences to the family. Be strong Dr. Relihan.

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Ray Gans

My thoughts and prayers are with you all God Bless and Comfort be with you - R Gans Family

January 30, 2018

Arlene Graber

So sorry, Ted. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and give comfort during this time. Arlene Graber

January 30, 2018

Judy Shawver Tillemans

Jane - Haven't seen you in ages, but, just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you at this time of loss. May fond memories give you comfort.

January 30, 2018

Pam Porvaznik

Mary was one of a kind--beautiful inside and out, a terrific talent, loving, thoughtful and full of life. She is one of the first to welcome me when I moved to Kansas in the '70s. As the years went on, our paths would cross less and less, but my regard for her and her husband, who was our family eye doctor for many years, never diminished. I know one person who is excited to meet her at the pearly gates, Ginny Masteo. They were a great team and will no doubt be chatting and needlepointing once again on high. Till we meet again.

January 30, 2018

love to you all....Maria Binter

January 29, 2018

Becky

My sincere condolences to the family. May God give you the strength
& comfort you need during this time of sadness (Isa 61:1, 2).

January 29, 2018

Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1

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