Mary Helen Farneth, 70, passed away on April 1, 2016. Mary was born on September 15, 1945 in New Brighton, PA. Mary was preceded in death by parents Ginter and Gloria Stone and her brother John Carey. She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Clayton Farneth Jr.; daughters, Stacey (Jeff) Caron, Cindy (David) Alexander, and Christy (Brian) Kerr; nephew, Timothy Carey; and niece, Michelle Carey; grandchildren, Nathan, Jordan, Justin, Brandon, Bree, and Keeley. Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 6, 2016 with the Funeral Service to follow at 11:00 AM at Hansen Mortuary, 8314 N. 7th St., Phoenix AZ 85020, followed by procession to Interment at 1:00 PM at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek, Phoenix 85024. Mary will be dearly and forever missed by the many lives she touched deeply from around the country and world in the crafting community, color guard community, drum corp community, her friends and her loving family.
Kelli Chamberlain wrote on Oct 13, 2019:
"Oh my God Stacey I am so very sorry! I was checking on you because I had a nightmare that you were hurt! Then I ran upon your dear Mother?s obituary. I am literally crying my eyes out! She was one heck of a lady. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Kelli."
LeAnn Ostergaard wrote on Apr 9, 2016:
"Mary you will be so greatly missed. Your contagious smile always brightened up my day. What an example of a hard worker you were to me, and so blessed for the many hours that we worked together. The Expos were not complete if you were not at one of the shows. The guests loved you and your wonderful talent you shared with each of them. You were my Brighten Jewlery buddy and it was always so fun to share our latest items with each other and look for more. You are a true friend that I will always cherish in my heart. I love you Mary until we meet again!"
Niki meiners wrote on Apr 7, 2016:
"So sorry for your loss. Giant hugs."
Delia and Ken Pesho wrote on Apr 7, 2016:
"With thoughts and prayers to Stacey, Cindy, Christy and Dad. We were so sorry to hear about your mom\'s passing. We hope that the love of family and friends will comfort and strengthen you all in the days ahead. Hugs and Love, Delia and Ken Pesho"
Jordan Alexander wrote on Apr 6, 2016:
"your are my Guardian Angel now i miss you and cant believe your gone. tomrrow will be hard. i will leave you a gift. R.I.P Nunnie 4.1.16 see you again"
Melisa frances wrote on Apr 6, 2016:
"Still can not believe she is gone. She always had a smile and a kind word. She will Be missed and never forgotten Love yeah Mary!! Tell we meet again"
Seth wrote on Apr 6, 2016:
"Mary was such a bright light and raised three other beautiful, bright lights. I feel fortunate to have spent a little bit of time with her and am sending out my thoughts, prayers and condolences to the entire family."
debbie wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"Rest in peace cookie you will be missed.girls i am so sorry for your loss stay strong for your dad he will be lonely always in my prayers"
Amy Caprino wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"We will forever miss Cookie. She made every family event lively and fun. She knew how to put out a spread and make you feel welcome. I don\'t think I ever saw her in a bad mood or not ready to go dancing! I know she\'ll be forever dancing with the angels...at least until her dance partner joins her - then the angels will have to step aside. All of our love and sympathy is with the entire family during this very sad time. We love you and miss you Aunt Cookie. Amy & Art"
Jean Dale Mitchell wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"We will always rember 53 years fun and the good memories you left us with. DALE and JEAN SENDIND OUR LOVE TO YOU ,UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN,!!Bless my Brother Clayton and my Stacey, Cindy,Christy.,husbands and all grandchildren. RIP. AUNT JEAN UNCLE DALE"
Louanne wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"I cannot believe you are gone! I will miss you forever! I love you!!"
Toni corner wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"Dear Stacey and family May God hold each of you in His loving arms during this time of grieving Your mom will always be with you and watching over you EAch of you have my deepest sympathy"
Karen Rice wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"I enjoyed chatting with Mary at the scrapbook shows. She was fun. I pray that God will hold you close to his heart during this difficult time."
Raquel Chubey wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"I first met Stacy at a class she taught when she came to New Brunswick for an event. She was warm , friendly and kind. Not having met your mum I\'d say you were a lot like your mum by having only viewed the wonderful number of pictures your friends and family have been sharing. I too share your pain only having just recently lost my sister. I know I speak for our friends whom you have met while here in Moncton...and others who flew or drove to see you...that from the bottom of our hearts, we wish only the best, to you and your family, during these very difficult times. Xo Your extended friends in Nova Scotia and Moncton NB. Raquel.????"
Brian Kerr wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"We love and miss you Nunny."
Robi wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"God has another angel from our family tree.God bless you as you will truly be missed by so manyCook--- you\'ve gone from us way to soon-- love you honey rest in peace"
Michele wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"My sweet Mother Mary~ I will never ever forget you or the memories we made. You are one special lady. I love you. I miss you. Watch over all of us. Love, Your Baby Girl Xo"
Judy Ross wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"I know you through your beautiful daughter Stacey. What a beautiful legacy you have given the world, your beautiful children whom we adore. May your family be comforted with the beautiful memories they have of you as a wife, Mother, Grandmother, and friend. The stars are shining brighter because of you."
Cindy & Kevin wrote on Apr 5, 2016:
"May the love and prayers from all your friends soften your sadness just a bit and all the awesome memories of your mom bring you some moments of comfort for your grieving hearts......We are so blessed to have known her for so many years as you are all our extended family who we love dearly. We wish we could be there to pay our last respects to an amazing woman and show you all our deep love and support. Lots of Love, Hugs, Thoughts and Prayers Kevin and Cindy"
Dene Van Winkle wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"May the Lord be with Mary\'s family during this difficult time. Mary was loved by many and will be deeply missed. In deepest sympathy Dene Van Winkle And staff at Imagine That! Scrapbooks. Roswell NM"
Jewels wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Im still in shock....I will forever remember your kindness and generosity for opening up your home to me when I visited with your girl Stacey. We had so much fun in that short little trip. Your smile was contagious and your tenacity was and is forever strong. You raised 3 amazing woman who shine bright because you guided them along the way. Fly away free spirit, dance wildly, color your hair all shades of red and sparkle in the night time sky letting all know that you are ok....Sending love to the entire family.....Jewels"
LINDA PETERSON wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Dear Stacey, Cindy and Christi, I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Sending you all my love and prayers during this difficult time. Love you all and your mother will be greatly missed! Warmest Hugs from Missouri!"
Sheila Bear-wallace wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"I will always cherish the memories."
Teresa Koerner wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Mary you will forever be missed! Your smile and laughter were contagious. Sugar for breakfast was a must. I know you Loved your girls ferociously, and your precious grandkids beyond words. You are a great friend, an amazing shopper and the hardest worker I know!! I will forever be grateful to have known you. Thank you for being my friend and my other mom. Cyah on the other side my friend.????"
Ashley Frochio wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Words cannot express how broken hearted I to know that my beloved Aunt Cookie is gone,I will always remember her for how loving she was and how she always made you feel part of the family!! She never got to meet Ryan but I will tell him all about her and show him lots of pictures!!! :-(....I pray for my Ohio/Arizona family for comfort,strength,and love!!!! I love and miss you Aunt Cookie!!! Always and Forever you will be our guardian angel!!! Party Hard with the rest of the family in Heaven!!!"
Melissa Forsyth wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Mary was like family to me over the last 8 years doing shows with expo .. we laughed and cried ... she was a listening ear and a push with encouragement ... going to miss you dear friend ... love Mel"
Karen Hunsaker wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Sweet Stacey, I\'m so sorry for your loss. I\'m praying for strength, peace and comfort for all of your family! May God be with you to hold you up. Hugs, Karen"
Phillip & Pat Croy wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Dear Stacey, Jeff & all your family... we send our most heartfelt sympathies to you at this sad time. It\'s always hard saying good bye to our loved ones on this side, especially our mothers.. Just want you to know we are holding all of you up in our prayers and may the days ahead become easier for you to cope. Our love and hugs, The Croys"
Liz Marcoux wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Will miss seeing her smiling face in the Spellbinders booth at the Expos. Prayers and condolences to the family during this difficult time. She put a smile on the face of all those she came in contact with."
Nancy and Bobby Brewster wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Stacey and family, We were saddened to hear of the passing of your mom. I remember meeting she and your dad at Jennifer\'s in Lakewood and how funny they both were. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. Believe it or not it does get easier with time but the pain doesn\'t really go away. Much love, Nancy and Bobby xoxo"
Eileen Duff wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"So sorry to hear of Mary,s passing a wonderful women she will be missed. Prayers for her husband and family."
Mark/Sarina Granados wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"It was a pleasure to have met you, may you rest in peace and may all who loved you find comfort in their memories of you. Mark,Sarina, Matthew and Sierra Granados"
Leila and Tim Mitchell wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Our thoughts and sympathy to everyone,we wish we could be at the funeral.We love and miss everyone,Leila and Tim."
Terre Fry wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Stacey, Cindy and Christy, my life will forever be changed because Momma Mary was a part of it, I loved her like she was my own mom. I only knew her for 8 years but she had a special place in my heart. After each show and before we left to come home to Arizona she would ask me to look after Stacey and she knew I always would. So Momma Mary while you look down from heaven and watch from a far, just know that I will be looking after Stacey, Cindy and Christy because I love you all. I will miss you! Terre"
Kathy Bonovitch wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"Cookie was always like a big sister to me growing up. Family is everything and I am so thankful Sam and I got to come and see you , pray with you and say good bye. You will be forever missed sweet cousin. RWG until we meet again."
Klo Oxford wrote on Apr 4, 2016:
"There are no words to say how much I adored Mary. I traveled for about 10 years and she became one of my highlights. Her joyful smile and her way of making me feel so special. I will love you forever Mary and will miss you. Thank you for being such a special part of my life."