Mary Margaret Madonna Martinson

She was born on February 16, 1953, in Escanaba, Mich., daughter of John and Madonna LaBrie. Mary attended St. Joseph Catholic School in Escanaba along with her siblings and graduated from Escanaba High School. Later in life, while raising a family, she went back to school and earned a bachelor’s in business from Lake Superior State University. Mary was extremely proud of this accomplishment, and used her degree as a bookkeeper for years, until her Multiple Sclerosis progressed. Mary was actively involved in the community, volunteering her time through the Delta County Childbirth Association, as well as the YMCA. Later in live, Mary pursued her love of singing further and joined the Bay de Noc Choral Society. In addition to singing, Mary enjoyed dancing and playing card games, especially cribbage. She left a lasting impression to anyone she met with her cheerful disposition and sense of humor.

Among survivors are her daughters, Jamie Higdon and Tricia (Andrew) Porter; grandchildren, Bryce Higdon, Brie Higdon and Scott Porter; sisters, Judy (Richard) Crump and Deborah Hixon; brother, John (Cheryl) LaBrie, many nieces and nephews, as well as grandnieces and grandnephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, infant sister Laura, and sister Cheryl Walls.

Family will receive friends on Monday April 11, from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Anne Church in Escanaba. Mass of Christian Burial will follow visiting hours on Monday, April 11, at 4 p.m. at St. Anne Church in Escanaba with Rev. Fr. Fran DeGroot officiating. Luncheon will follow in the St. Anne Parish Hall. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be offered at www.skradskifuneralhomes.com

Mary’s family wish to thank Pinecrest Medical Care Facility, as well as UPHS Hospice for their devoted care especially hospice nurse Jill Hider and Pastor Louis Hague.