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GLADSTONE -- Mary R. Casperson, 87, of Gladstone, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 surrounded by her family.
She was born on March 12, 1937 in Escanaba, daughter to Harry and Helen (Packenham) Jamar. Mary graduated from Escanaba High School in 1955. She married her loving husband of 65 years, Don, at St. Patrick's Church on June 20, 1959. She was employed as a bookkeeper at Goulais Insurance of Escanaba and also worked along-side her parents for many years a Jamar's Greenhouse.
Prior to their closure, Mary was an active member of St. Patrick's Church. She served as a bookkeeper, was involved in the Ladies Guild and a classroom aide as well as a volunteer for religious education. She and Don were currently members of St. Thomas the Apostle Church.
She enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren and going to the casino.
In addition to her husband, Don; Mary is survived by her children, Greg of Little Lake and Sara of DePere, Wis.; grandchildren, Stephen of Gladstone and Alexandria of Detroit; and brother-in-law, Marvin (Barb) Casperson; in addition to many loving nieces and nephews.
She was preceded by her parents; sister, Nancy McGraw; and three brothers-in-law, Francis, Hubert, and Jim Casperson.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, July 30 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Crawford Funeral Home, 302 S. 13th St., Escanaba. The funeral service will follow at noon with Rev. Jeffrey Kurtz officiating. Entombment will be in the Gardens of Rest Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to U.P. Home Health and Hospice in Mary's name. A message of condolence may be directed to the family by visiting www.crawfordfuneralhomes.net. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family with arrangements.