Mary Ann Orvis
April 14, 1936 - April 27, 2016
Obituary
MADISON—Mary Orvis, age 80, of Madison, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2016. She was born on April 14, 1936, in Madison, the daughter of Edward Finn and Helen Dunn. She married Alfred "Bud" Orvis on Feb. 4, 1967, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Madison. Mary was a 1955 graduate of Edgewood High School and played the saxophone all four years in the Edgewood High School band. As a young woman, she enjoyed bowling. Mary retired from American Family Insurance in 2003. She was a volunteer at Frank Allis School, as well as a longtime member and volunteer at St. Dennis Catholic Church for the Share Mass Transportation program and St. Dennis Festival. Mary was an avid sports fan of the Chicago Cubs and Green Bay Packers. She enjoyed going to her grandson's school and sports activities and having family gatherings. Mary's hobbies included playing cards, puzzles, board games and ceramics. Mary is survived by her daughters, Lynn (Stefan) Dobler and Lori Orvis; grandchildren, Austin and Seth Dobler; brothers, John "Jack" Finn and Ronald Finn; and many other relatives and friends. She also loved her Teddy Bear dog, Molly. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bud; and brothers, Robert and Gerald Finn. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. DENNIS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 505 Dempsey Rd., Madison, at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, May 3, 2016. (Due to construction on Dempsey and Cottage Grove Road please access Dempsey Rd. from Milwaukee St.) A luncheon will follow the Mass. Entombment will be held at Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Events
Visitation
Tue May 3, 2016 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Dennis Catholic Church (Madison) • 505 Dempsey Rd., Madison, WI
Mass of Christian Burial
Tue May 3, 2016 @ 11:00 AM CDT
St. Dennis Catholic Church (Madison) • 505 Dempsey Rd., Madison, WI
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Memories
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Jane
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Dear Dobler Family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Mary continues to be a treasure in my mind and I considered her a friend: a much more practical, organized friend! She was invaluable to Frank Allis teaching staff and always had a kind word for us. I am so thankful that I was able to see her one last time. You are in my thoughts and heart.
Love, Jane Wyngaard
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Bonnie Rostad
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I worked with Mary for many years at American Family Insurance. She was a very kind and caring individual. We had many good times and work and outside of work. I'm sure her night crew staff could tell lots of stories! LOL She will truly be missed by all. RIP Mary. Sincerely, Bonnie Rostad
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Sandie Nimocks
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I worked with Mary at American Family Insurance and had many fun times with her. She was such a loving and caring person. I will always remember her beautiful smile and laugh. Sincere condolences to Mary's family. Sandie Nimocks
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Marian Steele
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Our sympathy to Mary's family. We loved her here at Park Glen Commons , she always had a smile for all she met in the halls.
Bill and Marian Steele
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Connie Finney
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I worked with Mary for many years at American Family. I will always remember her beautiful smile and pleasant personality. She was a wonderful person. She will be greatly missed by everyone especially every one on the night crew at American Family. I won't be able to make it on Tuesday because of medical appointments but this is to let the family know that you have my sincere condolences. I will miss you Mary and RIP!
Connie Finney
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Pat Sloniker
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Mother, Grandma, Sister, Cousin, Friend... She was AWESOME , so loving & giving and a smile that made you feel so special!!! She was a very, very "SPECIAL" lady !!! Love & Prayers to all of you. Mary, you were loved by many people & will be missed by many . RIP Pat :)