In loving memory of

Mary Lou Waite
August 22, 1932 - March 9, 2011

Mary Lou Waite, age 78, of Spragueville, Iowa, died on Wednesday morning, March 9, 2011 at Crestridge Nursing Home in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A celebration of her life will be held at 2 P.M., Friday, March 11, 2011, from the Carson & Son Funeral And Cremation Services in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 12 P.M. until 2 P.M. service time on Friday, March 11, 2011. Burial will be at the East Iron Hill Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

Mary Lou Meyer was born on August 22, 1932 in Iowa City, Iowa, to Henry Frederick and Bertha Louise (Schmidt) Meyer. She was a graduate of Welton High School and had attended nursing school. She married Wayne N. Waite on February 13, 1954 in Maquoketa, Iowa. He preceded her in death on August 6, 1988.

Mary Lou had worked a variety of jobs through the years including working at Clinton Engines, General Thermo and the Jack-N-Jill deli. She had also worked as a cook at the Jackson County Senior Center and at Head Start.

Mary Lou enjoyed crocheting, gardening and her pets. Her family was especially important to her and they were always first.

Mary Lou is survived by her children, Deborah (Kenneth) Drury of Miles, IA, Linda (Douglas) Gonner of Maquoketa, IA, Connie Waite of Anamosa, IA, William "Bill" Waite of Spragueville, IA, and Julia (David) Heinrich of Delmar, IA; 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren; and a cousin, Arlene Rossiter of Clinton, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, 2 brothers, a sister, and a grandchild, Angel Anna Lange.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Mary Lou Waite memorial fund has been established.

Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Tributes

Mr&Mrs Cochran wrote on Mar 12, 2011:

"So sorry to hear of your loss! I know exactly what you are going through as I lost my granpa a week ago! There is no words that heal the heart, but please remember she is in a much better place now! Our prayers and sympathies go out to the family!"

Danielle Holdgrafer wrote on Mar 12, 2011:

"I just talked to Danielle on the phone and she wanted me to pass along her sympathies! she wishes she could be there for the family as the family has always held a special place in heart! Her prayers go out to everyone! Be strong and remember She is in a much better place now!"

Anita Rekemeyer wrote on Mar 11, 2011:

"My condolences to all family members in this time of your loss. I am sure there are many, many memories that will live on inside of you forever."

Sharon (Dewell) Stiff wrote on Mar 11, 2011:

"Sending my sympathy and just to say I'm sorry for your loss. The other tributes are a special reminder of what a great "mom" she was."

Kathy A wrote on Mar 11, 2011:

"From our family to yours- we wish to extend our condolences. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time. If you need anything, just let us know. We love you all."

Connie wrote on Mar 11, 2011:

"Linda- was sorry to hear about you're mother, i didn't know her that well, but all mothers are grand and i sure she was too.. Please know i am thinking about you at this hard time in you're life...open up the gates heaven here comes Mary Lou..."

Frank Randall wrote on Mar 10, 2011:

"Debbie, Linda, Connie, Bill and Julia, sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."

Sierrah wrote on Mar 10, 2011:

"I worked with Mary Lou at the nursing home for my CNA program at school. She was a great person. I am sorry for your loss."

Kenny Dale wrote on Mar 10, 2011:

"Although someone may be gone, they will never be forgotten. For as long as you remeber them, they will live on forever in your heart. May the love you remember, help guide you this very sad time. And every story you repeat thru the yeas remind you of the love she had for you all. To one of three women to call me Kenny Dale and get away with it, I say godbye and I love you."

Bev Gobin wrote on Mar 10, 2011:

"Julie,David, Matt & Jacob, You have my heartfelt sympathy, didn't realize I knew your mom, grandma, but I worked with her at Pacific Coast Feather in 1986. She was such a sweet lady. Always very helpful. She will be missed. May it comfort you to know you are in thoughts and prayers of many."

Lisa Snodgrass wrote on Mar 10, 2011:

"another lovely lady has left this world R.I.P. Mary Lou-you were a wonderful woman and heaven is lucky to have you.My condolences to the family"

Kathy Carner wrote on Mar 9, 2011:

"To: Mary Lou's family, There are certain people who remain in memory forever because of their uniqueness, specialness, and simply because they are "one of a kind". Mary Lou is one of those people. She had such a giving heart and I know she will be missed so much by her family and friends. She leaves a treasure trove of memories behind for us all. I hope that as you reflect upon all the good memories you will find peace and comfort in your hearts as she would wish for you to do. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May she now R.I.P. "

Garrett, Logan & Lexy wrote on Mar 9, 2011:

"Great Grandma, we will miss you and we love you."