Mary Ann (nee Terwelp) Brown
Mary Ann (nee Terwelp) Brown of Quincy, formerly of Barry, IL died Monday, June 18, 2018 in Blessing Hospital.
She was born October 14, 1948 in Quincy, a daughter of Andrew R. and Virginia S. (Kamphaus) Terwelp. She married Russell A. Brown on July 18, 1975. He died in 1985.
Mary attended St. Michael, a one-room, eight grade school on Columbus Road and she graduated from Quincy High School in 1966.
She grew up on a livestock-grain farm at 6523 Columbus Road and learned early to work hard. Mary was baptized, made her First Holy Communion and was confirmed at St. Francis Catholic Church.
She had been employed by Quincy Paper Box, Quincy Compressor and in March of 1991 she started at County Market where she was a talented floral designer; one of the first Caribou coffee specialists. She was currently working as a cashier at the 48th & Broadway store.
Mary helped care for her father on-a- daily basis for several years after her mother’s death in 2005.
Survivors include her daughter Priscilla D. Steers and her husband Jason of Normal, IL; two grandchildren and her pride and joy, Ethan and Savannah Steers of Normal; her siblings, James R. (Nancy) Terwelp of Camp Point; Kenneth W, (Joyce) Terwelp, Kathi J. Terwelp, Karen S, Bartlow, and Raymond J. (Margie) Terwelp all of Quincy. Nieces, nephews, a step-niece and great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and many cousins survive.
She was preceded in death by her parents, numerous, aunts and uncles and several cousins.
Visitation will be Thursday, June 21, 2018 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Cremation rites will follow the visitation. No formal services are planned at this time. Memorials are suggested to the St. Vincent DePaul Society at St. Francis Catholic Church.
Kathi, so sorry for you and your family’s loss! It was a pleasure to work with both of you back at County Market on 30th all those years ago. I remember delivering flowers for y’all, and our lunch trips to Golden China for Chinese buffet. May God grant eternal rest unto Mary, and comfort you and your family!
To Mary’s family, may you find peace knowing Mary is with good. Thoughts and prayers coming your way. I’ll miss Mary she was a nice lady. God bless!
Kathie and family- I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God comforts you during this difficult time.
I’m so so sorry Joyce for you and your family’s loss. Prayers for Comfort and peace!
Kathy and Family –
We are so sorry. May your memories of Mary bring you peace and comfort.
My deepest sympathy to you all. Kathie and family you are in my prayers. May God give you comfort and peace during this sad time. I’ll always remember Mary for her laugh and sense of humor.
My condolences to the family. She was a very sweet lady. May God bless you and keep you and your family wrapped in love.
Beautiful tribute to your mom, Priscilla! Prayers for you and your family.
Terwelp family, We are so sorry for your loss. May God grant you comfort and peace during your time of loss and sorrow. Mary will be missed.
Karen and family, we will miss her dearly and loved having her at County Market. She always had a smile her face and customers loved her and enjoyed her so much. Bridget and I want you and your family know, we love you and if there is anything you need please let us know. May God Bless you and your family. May he wrap his arms around you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Dawn and Bridget