~~ Mary Beth Kaprelian, 50, passed away, unexpectedly, on Wednesday, June 25, 2014. She was born in Racine on October 21, 1963 the daughter of Harry and Jeanette (nee: Malfara) Kaprelian. Mari graduated from Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School and William Horlick High School. She had been employed by John Patrick's Hair Design Studio, for over 20 years, Dairyland Greyhound Park, and the American Professional Driving School for the past 2 years. She enjoyed swimming, reading, working in her yard and garden. She loved her family, her pets and her music. Surviving are her mother, Jeanette, of Racine; her brothers, John (Wendy Wallert) Kaprelian, and Perry (Tami) Kaprelian; her nephew, Chasen Wallert, all of Las Vegas. Mari was preceded in death by her father, Harry Kaprelian. Her funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Sunday, June 29th, at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Manda Stack officiating. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Sunday from 5:00 p.m. until the time of the service. In keeping with Mari's wishes, cremation will follow.