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Remembering Mary Lou   Overmire

Overmire, Mary Lou OVERMIRE - Mary Lou Overmire, aged 70 of Caledonia, wonderful and loving mother, wife, and grandmother passed away peacefully after an extended illness on Friday April 12, 2013 surrounded by her family. Mary Lou was a lifetime member of Alpha Iota Sorority in their charitable works . She enjoyed adventurous travels with family and friends. She also had passion for gardening. She was dedicated to her family and will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Luhrs. She is survived by her husband, John; children, Boyd Overmire, Michelle Overmire and fiancé John Kalaska, Kristine Wazed and Sajeeb Wazed; grandchildren, Rachael, Nathan, Carly Overmire, Sophia Wazed; mother, Lucille Luhrs; mother-in- law, Ruth Overmire; brothers and sisters, Charles "Chum" Luhrs, Carolyn and Dale Goddard, Paul and Pat Luhrs; special sister, Susie Luhrs; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jan and Den Wasco, Nancy and Jim Miller, Mary and Dan Richards, Donna Overmire, Francine and Doug Boone, Ruthie and Ray Sumon; and many nieces and nephews. The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Tuesday, 11:00 am, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 9669 Kraft SE with Fr. Mark Bauer celebrant. Members of the family will receive relatives and friends at the Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Chapel (Caledonia), 616 E. Main St, Monday 4-8 pm. Memorial contributions can be made to Alpha Iota Sorority charitable contribution

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My friendship with Lou dates back to 1961 at Davenport Institute and has continued for 52 years. I have Lou to thank for teaching me the correct way to fold towels and make tuna salad sandwiches when we were roommates! But most of all, I have her to thank for the wonderful memories of the times we camped in Baja and the many trips we have taken together. Her smile was infectious and her attitude always upbeat. George and I are going to miss her more than words can say. Carolyn Staehling

We pray for your comfort in the magnificent glory of Mary Lou being lifted up on the wings of angels and delivered to the loving arms of our savior Jesus, as he takes her to meet our God and saviour. Steve and Margo Grahl

Dear John and Family, We were sorry to learn about Mary Lou's death. Throughout the years we have known her, she was always such a kind and caring person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of all the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen Jim and Alice Donahue

My thoughts and prayers are with you all, for MaryLou was a great fighter and her determination allowed for many more blessed moments with the ones she loved. Continue to see her in the beauty that she shared with you all for she is now in peace and without pain. The sun will shine with a little more sparkle to show you her smile. May God give you the strength you need to carry you through those days ahead. Diane Denoyer

Mary Lou. To a younger cousin in the growing-up yrs she was so glamorous, so full of laughter, so very sophisticated. As time passed, this younger cousin has never forgotten Mary Lou and John's kindness and caring, to stand as godparents to my son. Our lives took separate paths, but I know what her love and undefeatable spirit was about, as surely as I know what formidable debris cancer leaves behind. Revel in knowing how strong was her love for you that she determined long ago to fight and share every moment, not miss one opportunity to laugh, one possible day of loving you. That is a true warrior. And that she was. Thoughts and prayers that all the memories made together will lighten your hearts, and sustain you. Laurie (Luhrs) VanLoo

John and family You have my deepest sympathy. I am very sorry for the loss of your lovely wife, mom and grandmother. Find comfort that she is free and is in Gods hands Mark Larsen

I miss you Mom Michelle

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