Mary H. Edholm

1945 - 2017

Mary H. Edholm obituary, 1945-2017, Oneonta, NY

BORN

1945

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

R.J. Fahy Funeral Home

116 N Broad Street

Norwich, New York

Mary Edholm Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 27, 2017.

Mary Snell Edholm went to be with our Lord unexpectedly on June 25, 2017.

Mary was born on July 31, 1945 the daughter of Franklin D. and Marjorie Bockus Snell, who both predeceased her. She was also predeceased by her father-in-law Carl D. Edholm, mother-in-law Saimi J. Okso and sons William M. Ward and Carl P. Gray.

Mary is survived by her loving husband and soulmate of 32 years, Carl J. Edholm, her father-in-law Milton Searles, her children Lester (Scarlet) Ward, Richard (Christa) Ward, Ivory (Michael) Henderson and Donna Purdy. Also surviving are her 16 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She was also blessed with four sisters and eight brothers, the surviving siblings are Frederick (Wanda) Snell, James (Donna) Snell, Robert (Priscilla) Snell, Donna (David) Getsy, Rosemarie (Tom) Rowlison and Donald Snell. Also her adopted sister Joyce Zirkel. Mary was predeceased by her sisters Alice Cane and Patricia White and her brothers John (Jack) Snell, Franklin Snell, Charles Snell and Richard Snell. Also surviving are her sisters-in-law Nancy Snell, Deanna Snell, Geraldine Corley and daughter-in-law Peggy Lemoi along with nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mary attended and the Norwich schools and graduated with the Class of 1963. She went on to become a hairdresser opening her salon at her home in Mt. Upton. She then found her new career working for Larry Hilts in tour and travel. Mary was a travel planner coordinator and a bus hostess. Mary and her husband, Carl, were a partnered team for many trips which she cherished. She had a passion and love for people, to see them having fun and enjoying themselves. She always shared a kind word.

Mary recently retired on March 31, 2017. She had many hobbies including reading, watching humming birds, attending car shows, spending time with her family and friends. She was the foundation to her family and enjoyed every family gathering which she made fun and eventful.

Family and friends are invited to share memories on Saturday, July 1, 2017 from 3-6 pm at the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home, 116 No. Broad St., Norwich, NY.

A funeral service for Mary will be held on Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 11 am from the R.J. Fahy Funeral Home with her son-in-law Michael Henderson officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery of Norwich.

Pall bearers will be Glenn Hotaling, John Morris, Robert Morris, Fred Utter, Cary McConnell and Jim Losie.

Please consider memorial contributions in Mary's memory to the Norwich Fire Dept, East Main St., Norwich, NY 13815.

As we say good bye, we find comfort in knowing she will be joining her family and friends who predeceased her.

Mary would be most pleased if you call a loved one, checked on someone in need or just share a smile and a hug.

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June 30, 2017

Mary was one of those special friend, hard to lose, and impossible to forget. I will miss her. Carl, Donna, Dickie, Ivory and family I'm so very sorry for your loss. love Beverly ( Stevens) Maynard

June 30, 2017

Linda & Kirt Feuz

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. We had looked forward to meeting Mary this year at a first-time gathering of the Oksa-Edholm clan, but we rest, assured that we will meet Mary when we all get to our eternal home.

June 29, 2017

Helen Bissell

Mary was a special lady who will be missed by many. She was supportive and a good friend. I will miss her. With my sincere sympathy to Carl and her family.
Helen Bissell

June 29, 2017

Donna: We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Janet & John Updike

June 29, 2017

I am so very sorry for your loss I have always loved Mary and her family my thoughts and prayers are with all of you love you all so much Patty Meigs

June 29, 2017

Elaine Neer

Thoughts and prayers to the family. I first met Mary when she was a hair dresser and she did my hair for years. Then when she became a hostess for Eastern Travel I went on a lot of the tours with her. I will miss her smile, her hugs, and her words of wisdom. I will miss you greatly Mary. RIP

June 29, 2017

I would like to express my deepest condolences to Ms. Mary's entire family during this difficult time. I pray that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring you the same comfort it has brought me. Reflecting on such tender promises gives hope, and that hope can be so consoling at times like these.

June 29, 2017

MICHELLE & JODY SPERBECK AND FAMILY

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Mary's death. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. With sincere sympathy, Michelle & Jody Sperbeck and family

June 29, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. She was such an inspiration to those of us in the travel industry. Always upbeat, always lending a helpful word of advice. We will all miss her dearly.

Sue Briggs, Destinations Plus, Silver Creek, NY

June 29, 2017

Cheryl Ring

Thinking of Mary's friends and family at this very sad time.
Cheri and Dave Ring

June 29, 2017

Kathy & Tim Hudson

Ivory and family, Tim and I are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all..Your mom was such a kind person and I will always see her smile when I think of her. Hugs♥

June 28, 2017

Lorraine Brooks

You're all in my thoughts and prayers. Maybe she'll help guide my hand in my new career. She was one of a kind!! Gonna miss seeing her every now and again. Hope you all find comfort in knowing how loved she was and how much she loved you all!!! Peace to all!!

June 28, 2017

Sharon (Barrows)Karp

Mary and I went all through school together and I so enjoyed our wonderful visit at our 50th class reunion, she was a beautiful person and my prayers and sympathy goes out to the whole family

June 28, 2017

Diane Baker

We will miss you dear friend, flly high with the angels that have gone before you.My deepest sympathys to all your children, husband and family

June 28, 2017

Loretta Holdredge

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family! We are so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person. We are so thankful that we saw her a short time ago. She always puts a smile on our faces and made us laugh. She will be missed! May her Love and Light live on forever! Loretta and Tom Holdredge

June 28, 2017

Linda Mc

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June 28, 2017

So very sorry to hear such sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Carl and Family. Mary touched so many lives including ours.
Kenny and Laurie Clow

June 28, 2017

Cheryl Middendorf

Posted by Cheryl Middendorf

June 28, 2017

Cheryl Middendorf

To Carl, Daughters, and entire family:One of my classmates and have remained friends through out all these years. WE had so much fun planning and doing the booklet for our class. I'm in shock as is everyone else I''m sure. So many memories from our childhood and high school years too. I'm so sorry for your loss, nothing I can say will make it better. Just remember all the wonderful times that you all enjoyed with her. I will love and miss her forever.
Cheryl & Bob Middendorf.

June 28, 2017

Ruby VanDuser

Rest easy my dear friend. To Mary's family, remember her laugh, cherish her memories and God bless all of you.

June 28, 2017

So sorry for your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Bob and Deb Howe

June 27, 2017

June Mathot

Prayers sent to Mary's family for their loss, she was a very special lady, wonderful Mom and wife and my very dearest friend. My heart is broke but, I'm thankful for all the memories we made together that will always be in my heart. You will always be that special angel looking after us, until we meet again. Love you and miss you so much. Your friend forever.

June 27, 2017

Maria Hinman Simmons

Sending My condolences to Lester, Donna,Dick,Ivory an family .
She was a very compassionate lady always made one feel welcome in here home always there to listen/lend an ear give great advise as a teen. Never lost connection if had been some time as seeing one another , her smile brighten the room always and can still hear her laugh. She was our color guard /band marching momma, loved my hair cuts as my hairdresser my first wig i purchased an I wore to my sixths grade graduation .she will be greatly missed but our memories will always be in our hearts.

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