Mary L. Grabill
January 18, 2015
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Mary L. Grabill, 55, of Des Moines, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, January 18, 2015, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston. Mary was born to Tony and Rose Riesberg of Carroll, IA on August 5, 1959.
Mary was a graduate of Carroll Kuemper High School in 1977. She moved to Des Moines where she worked for Ardans, Greyhound, and then Tone’s Spices in Ankeny where she worked for 24 years.
On August 2, 1986, Oscar and Mary, along with his children, were united in marriage and completed their family. She will be missed by many.
Mary and her husband were avid Iowa Hawkeye fans and loved to watch baseball, football, and basketball.
Survivors include her loving husband of 29 years, Oscar Grabill of Des Moines; children, Linda (Larry) Alexander of Redfield, Tom (Missy) Grabill of Adel, and Kathy Grabill-Davis of Adel; mother, Rose Riesberg of Carroll; sisters, Sandy Riesberg of Des Moines, Jeanette Liddicoat of Phoenix, AZ, Judi (John) Gunderson of Woodward, and Carol (Ken) Stubbe of Glidden; sisters-in-law, Kathy Venner of Arcadia, Freda (Gary) Hadley of Indianola, Vera (Bob) Pruitt of Redfield, and Virginia Herger of Santa Rose, CA; brothers-in-law, Richard (Charlene) Grabill of Bethany, MO, Bill Grabill of Colorado Springs, Harvey (Linda) Grabill of Minburn, and Cecil (Myrna) Grabill of Tacoma, WA; her loving dogs, Buddy and Bo; 9 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father; brothers, Larry, Dan, and Mark Riesberg; son, Jerry Grabill; great-granddaughter, Abbigail Reed; and her loving dogs, Bandit and Pepper.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Friday, January 23, 2015 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines with burial to follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Minburn. Family will greet friends from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Mary.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Kristie Hansen
01/22/2015
I was always happy to see Oscar and Mary show up to our family gatherings or celebrations. We always knew there was going to be a good time once they arrived. Mary was such a caring person with a beautiful smile and easy going personality. Although, I didn't see her all that often, she will truly be missed. Prayers to Oscar and family.
Mary Bolin
01/22/2015
My condolences to Mary's family. I worked with Mary on and off in different departments for twenty years and thought her considerate and pleasant to talk with. I always enjoyed working with her. I am truly sorry for your loss. My prayers for Mary and all.
Shawna Foster
01/22/2015
Mary and I had many passionate talks about the hawks we both love our hawks, her laugh was one of a kind, looks like we got another angel to kick one thru the uprights or put one in the basket. You will always be remembered as a dear friend. My prayers will be with you.
Tony & Debbie Wagers
01/21/2015
Mary,
Will be missed by all she was a sweet and caring person, our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends..
Kevin Hitsman
01/20/2015
Oscar.....She was a good and kind lady. I've thought about y'all many times over the years. God Bless ya....you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Pat
01/21/2015
Your love for Mary and her love for you will always be present in your memories. May all who loved her find comfort in the gift she remains to each of us. My prayers are with you.
Karl & Tammy Webb
01/20/2015
It's be years since we seen each other and we're soory for your lose. Our prayers are with you Oscar and your family
Henry and Laura Lee
01/20/2015
Very sorry for your loss,you were loved much and will be missed more.
Lu O'Donnell and Carl Williams
01/20/2015
Oscar and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our hearts are heavy but know that Mary is in a better safe place with no pain.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Lu and Carl.
Cora Pruitt
01/20/2015
You're beautiful inside and out. You had the most beautiful, infectious laugh and will be greatly missed. When you get to heaven, take care of Jerry and Kimmy, will you? With all my love.......