In loving memory of

Mary Ann Gradoville
July 11, 1930 - April 24, 2015

**** Memorial donations may be made in Mary Ann's memory to Kuemper Catholic Schools **** Mary Ann, daughter of Joseph and Anna (Berens) Menke, was born on July 11, 1930, at Bancroft, IA. She graduated from St. John's High School. On December 27, 1952, Mary Ann was united in marriage with Norman J. Gradoville by Monsignor Graham in Omaha, NE. Nine children were born to this union and Mary Ann was a busy homemaker. The family settled in Carroll, IA, where her husband was a dentist for 34 years. Mary Ann was an active member of the Holy Spirit Church and women's guild, as well as an active volunteer and supporter of Kuemper Catholic Schools. She loved any time she could spend with her grandchildren through the years. Mary Ann also enjoyed traveling, playing bridge, reading, needlepoint and cross stitch. When her health began to fail Mary Ann moved to the St. Anthony Nursing Home in Carroll. She died there on Friday morning, April 24, 2015, at the age of 84 years, 9 months and 13 days. Preceding Mary Ann in death are her husband, Dr. Norman J. Gradoville in 1988; parents; grandson Chris Mosier; and siblings: Inez Amdor, Francis Menke, Tommy Menke, Gerald Menke and Eddie Menke. She is survived by nine children: Susan Gradoville, Chandler, AZ; Tom Gradoville, Litchfield Park, AZ; Michelle Mosier (Dusty), Chandler, AZ; Linda Frank (David), Carroll; Tim Gradoville, Cedar Rapids; John Gradoville (Kay), Carroll; Pat Gradoville (Kristy), Palos Verdes Estates, CA; Steve Gradoville (Sue), Boone; and Chuck Gradoville (Anji), Omaha; 20 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Rev. Timothy Johnson, Celebrant Casket Bearers ~ Mary Ann's sons Tom, Tim, John, Pat, Steve and Chuck Gradoville Lectors ~ Mary Ann's grandsons Brian Gradoville Ben Gradoville Gift Bearers ~ Mary Ann's daughters Susan Gradoville, Michelle Mosier & Linda Frank Music "You'll Never Walk Alone" from Carousel "I Know That My Redeemer Lives" "Hail Mary, Gentle Woman" Alexis & Kay Gradoville Sue Gradoville, Piano "Ave Maria" John Wagner "We Will Rise Again" "On Eagle's Wing's" Holy Spirit Choir Barb McDermott, Organist Mary Ann's family wishes to express their gratitude for your kindness, and invites you to join them for lunch at the Greteman Center following the interment.

Tributes

Jacqui Otto wrote on May 1, 2015:

"Mary Ann always made you feel so welcomed with her wonderful smile. She will be remembered. With sincere sympathy to the while family, Jacqui Otto"

Jacqui Bell Essy wrote on Apr 30, 2015:

"To the Gradoville family...We're praying for your Mom and all of you. I loved spending time at your home with Sue...Your parents and family were a part of "it takes a village"....how blessed we were to have that. Our sincere condolences...XO, One of the Bells"

Vickie J Bender wrote on Apr 28, 2015:

"Sorry for your loss. God Bless. w"

Eileen Dooley wrote on Apr 27, 2015:

"Keeping you all in my thoughts during this difficult time."

Linda Bluml wrote on Apr 27, 2015:

"My sympathy to all of the Gradoville family!"

Denny O'Grady wrote on Apr 27, 2015:

"Thinking of all of you. your mother like your father was always nice to me. You will be in prayers."

Janette Volz wrote on Apr 25, 2015:

"Holding special memories of your dear mother. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers."

Joe Vogel wrote on Apr 24, 2015:

"Gradoville family, I am one of Steve's roommates from college. I met your mother on many occasions. My memories of her are her laughter and smile. I'm probably just fortunate that I was with her at fun events (basketball games, weddings, graduations). May the happy memories remain and may she rest in peace."