Racine– Mary Louise (nee: Granger) Ade, age 80, passed away peacefully at the Becker-Shoop Center on Thursday, October 25, 2012.
Mary was born in Waukesha on November 2, 1931 to the late Gordon and Mildred (nee: Ludke) Granger. On August 30, 1952 she was united in marriage with Donald R. Ade, who preceded her in death on May 17, 1999.
In addition to being a tireless full-time wife and mom, Mary enjoyed playing piano, yard work, staying current with her “soaps” and, recently, never missed an episode of “Dancing with the Stars”. Above all, she loved and cherished being in the surroundings of her entire family.
Surviving are her children, Daniel A. Ade of Racine and Donna (James) Greco of Lindenhurst, IL; brothers, Gordon and Kenneth Granger; devoted niece, Robbie Granger; other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, Mary was preceded in death by her brothers, Ralph and James Granger; and sisters, Nancy Christensen and Jean Hess.
Funeral services will be held in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at 11:00 am with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. Entombment will follow in Calvary Cemetery Garden Crypts. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Tuesday from 10-11 am.
A special note of thanks to Becker-Shoop Center, Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints and Seasons Hospice for the compassionate care and support extended in Mary’s time of need. May God bless all of you!
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