At Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall, on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, of Exeter in her 73rd year. Cherished companion of Ivan Luther for over 20 years. Dear mother of Sharon Smith of Exeter, and Rick and Karen McMurray of Lucknow. Dear grandmother of Nathan and friend Jackie, and Ty both of Lucknow. Fondly remembered by Ivan’s family: Terry and Kathy Luther, and Tracey Luther all of Calgary, and their children Ryan and Jessica Luther, and Justin and Page Luther. Mary was an avid reader and enjoyed social time with her family. Predeceased by her son-in-law Jim Smith, parents Walter and Velma (Davis) Oster, and brother George Oster.
A private family memorial service will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter. Cremation with spring interment Blyth Union Cemetery, Blyth.
Donations to South Huron Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
McMURRAY: Mary (Oster) of Exeter
Carol Scammell
Sorry to hear of the passing of your mom, Sharon and Rick and family
Roy and Colleen Douglas
Sorry to hear of your loss. Sending heartfelt sympathy to Rick and Karen and your family.
Susan Marie Chapman
Dear Rick, Karen & Sharon & family ~
I am thinking of you all at this time – I was sorting photos over Christmas and found a beautiful
black & white photo of your Mom.
You are in my thoughts & prayers. May you hold on to all of the good memories.
Pat and Harvey Livingston
Sincere condolences on the passing of Mary. I remember well when I started at the Lucknow Sentinel back in 1977, Mary was one of the staff to welcome me into the newspaper business. May the happy memories you shared, fill your hearts with joy.
Pat and Harvey Livingston
Don and Lynn Brooks
Rick and Sharon and family
We are so sorry to hear of your moms passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Walter & Lorraine Arnold
Our sincere sympathy to Rick, Karen & family in the loss of a dear Mother & Grandmother.
Ivan Luther
Thanks so much for all the kind thoughts and expressions that have been posted here. We would like to thank the Haskett Funeral home for their care and service provided for Mary.
Sincerely,
Ivan Luther, the McMurray and Luther Families.
Donna & Rob Middelkamp
Our Deepest Sympathy Rick & Karen and the rest of the Family on Mary passing . We will keep you all in our thoughts at this difficult time . Sending Hugs to you all not easy losing a love one .
Nancy McKenzie
Ivan and Family So sorry to hear of Mary passing Treasure all the great memories. Mary was such a wonderful person
doug Corriveau
Hi Ivan sorry to hear about your loss condolences to you and your family . Doug
Mike (norm) Burdon
Ivan Sharon and families I am so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. I have many pleasant memories of Mary over the years. My thoughts are with you at this time
The Lord Family
Our deepest sympathy to Mary’s family… Watching the photo display brought back so many happy memories of our time working together at the Exeter Times-Advocate. Please accept our condolences, she will not be forgotten.
Deb and Dick and Family
Dan Heywood
Dear Ivan, Sharon and family. My condolences on Marys passing. I hope that all the good memories will replace your grief in time.
Brenda and Ivan Hern
To Mary’s family – please accept our sympathy. I worked with Mary at the paper and remember her fondly.
Cyndie Hohner
Sorry for your loss Sharon!! Xo
Marion McCarter
Sharon and the families
So sorry to read of the loss of your mother. Keep her memories
close to your heart and she will walk with you forever.
Deepest sympathy.
Marion
Doug and Fran Ritchie
Ivan and Sharon we are so very, very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was a good person and I always enjoyed her company. Our thoughts and prays are with you. Doug and Fran
Dianne and Mouse Masse
Sending our deepest sympathy. We were saddened to hear about Mary. We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Tammy & Dave Steeper
Rick, Karen & family, On behalf of The River Junction Band and ourselves, we are saddened at the news of your loss. We are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. Take Care. Xoxox
arlene and scott thomson
Our deepest sympathy is extended to your family at this sad time
Bob and Jacqui McDonald
We are so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Thinking of you in your time of loss. We shared lots of memories in the “Murphy Days” Bob and Jacqui McDonald
Dianne Davis Butz
Mary was a lovely person who I have known my whole life. I spent many weeks at the farm when I was a child, and Mary and I were very close back in those days. I’m sure she’ll be missed by many. Please accept my condolences.
Carolyn Rose(Saint Elizabeth)
Ivan, Sharon and Family
So shocked to read of Mary’s passing. I am so glad I had the time to visit with her recently while she was a patient at South Huron Hospital. I will always carry a special place in my heart for Mary, she started as a client of mine but we so become friends, many laughs and stories through all her challenges while still at home. When she moved to Queensway I continued to visit as often as I could and we always would have a laugh. Ivan know she is your shining star and guardian angel.
Evelyn Steckle Vincent
To Mary’s family,
Mary was a good roommate to Mrj and it was a pleasure to get to know her. Thinking of you during this difficult time