MARY K. GOEDDE
May 20, 1922 ~ July 29, 2012
Mary K. Goedde, 90, of Jefferson City, died Sunday, July 29, 2012, at St. Marys Health Center.
She was born on May 20, 1922, in Freeburg, Mo, the daughter of the late Henry and Therese (Redel) Bauer.
She was a 1940 graduate of Freeburg High School.
Mary was united in marriage on October 14, 1946, in Freeburg, Mo, to Paul Joseph Goedde who preceded her in death on December 7, 1998.
Mary worked as a bookkeeper for MFA in Freeburg from 1940-1978, and for the Accounting Department for Missouri State Employees Retirement System from 1978-1987.
She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where she served on the parish council. She also was a member of Immaculata Club, Legion of Mary, St. Anns Sodality, Journey in Faith Program, and Right-to-Life. She volunteered for the Algoa and Jefferson City Correctional facilities, Children of Incarcerated Parents (ChIPs) and also received the Volunteer of the Year award from the Department of Corrections.
During Christmas, Mary, Paul, and their family, would sell Christmas trees from their tree farm. Mary enjoyed vegetable gardening, roses, and playing Canasta and bingo.
Her greatest love was her family including her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include: five children, Rosemarie (Don) Hunt, Lyon, Mo; Tom (Mary) Goedde, Town and Country, Mo; Jane (Tim) Bennett, Springfield, Mo; Mark (Ann) Goedde, Vienna, Va; John (Susan) Goedde, Jefferson City; nine grandchildren, Stephanie (Andy) Hunt-Brinkmann, Daniel (Mindy) Hunt, Thomas Goedde, Jr., Paul J. Goedde, II, Adam (Stephanie) Bennett, Julia Bennett, William Goedde, Elizabeth Goedde, Mallory Goedde; four great-grandchildren, Madelyn Brinkmann, Morgan Brinkmann, Riley Hunt, Ava Hunt; two brothers, Rev. Syl Bauer, Westphalia; Tony Bauer, Freeburg; a large extended family and numerous friends.
She was also preceded in death by nine other siblings, August Bauer; Sophia Wilbers; Sr. Teresella Bauer, SSND; Leona Locker; Bro. Leonard Bauer, SVD; Sr. Germanus Bauer, SSND; Elizabeth Betty Goedde; Sr. Virgine Bauer, SSPS; and an infant sister, Rose Mathilda Bauer.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, August 2, 2012, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Jefferson City, with the Rev. Syl, Bauer, the Rev. I.C. Medina, and the Rev. Msgr. Gregory L. Higley, concelebrating.
Entombment will be in Resurrection Chapel Mausoleum, Jefferson City.
A rosary will be recited starting at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 1st at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home, Jefferson City, with visitation to follow till 8 p.m.
Memorials are suggested to Divine Word Missions of Epworth, Iowa or to the Jefferson City Samaritan Center.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
She was born on May 20, 1922, in Freeburg, Mo, the daughter of the late Henry and Therese (Redel) Bauer.
She was a 1940 graduate of Freeburg High School.
Mary was united in marriage on October 14, 1946, in Freeburg, Mo, to Paul Joseph Goedde who preceded her in death on December 7, 1998.
Mary worked as a bookkeeper for MFA in Freeburg from 1940-1978, and for the Accounting Department for Missouri State Employees Retirement System from 1978-1987.
She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where she served on the parish council. She also was a member of Immaculata Club, Legion of Mary, St. Anns Sodality, Journey in Faith Program, and Right-to-Life. She volunteered for the Algoa and Jefferson City Correctional facilities, Children of Incarcerated Parents (ChIPs) and also received the Volunteer of the Year award from the Department of Corrections.
During Christmas, Mary, Paul, and their family, would sell Christmas trees from their tree farm. Mary enjoyed vegetable gardening, roses, and playing Canasta and bingo.
Her greatest love was her family including her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include: five children, Rosemarie (Don) Hunt, Lyon, Mo; Tom (Mary) Goedde, Town and Country, Mo; Jane (Tim) Bennett, Springfield, Mo; Mark (Ann) Goedde, Vienna, Va; John (Susan) Goedde, Jefferson City; nine grandchildren, Stephanie (Andy) Hunt-Brinkmann, Daniel (Mindy) Hunt, Thomas Goedde, Jr., Paul J. Goedde, II, Adam (Stephanie) Bennett, Julia Bennett, William Goedde, Elizabeth Goedde, Mallory Goedde; four great-grandchildren, Madelyn Brinkmann, Morgan Brinkmann, Riley Hunt, Ava Hunt; two brothers, Rev. Syl Bauer, Westphalia; Tony Bauer, Freeburg; a large extended family and numerous friends.
She was also preceded in death by nine other siblings, August Bauer; Sophia Wilbers; Sr. Teresella Bauer, SSND; Leona Locker; Bro. Leonard Bauer, SVD; Sr. Germanus Bauer, SSND; Elizabeth Betty Goedde; Sr. Virgine Bauer, SSPS; and an infant sister, Rose Mathilda Bauer.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, August 2, 2012, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Jefferson City, with the Rev. Syl, Bauer, the Rev. I.C. Medina, and the Rev. Msgr. Gregory L. Higley, concelebrating.
Entombment will be in Resurrection Chapel Mausoleum, Jefferson City.
A rosary will be recited starting at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 1st at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home, Jefferson City, with visitation to follow till 8 p.m.
Memorials are suggested to Divine Word Missions of Epworth, Iowa or to the Jefferson City Samaritan Center.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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To the family of Mary K. Goedde:We are greatly saddened, with you, over your loss. Be comforted, knowing that you are not alone. We are sharing your grief,available to you and anxious to help lighten your load. Let this note be a loving reminder to you that God is with you “for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.” (Hebrews 13:5)Keep the wonderful memories of Mom in your heart. May you be filled with faith and hope even in the midst of sadness. This is our prayer for you.Yours in Christ,Gregory T. Reeves
Marie Goedde family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Diane Lock & Elsie Schroeder
To all of the Goedde family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful mother. Your families are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless all of you.
John, Sue and family, So sorry about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.
we are so sorry to hear about your mom.. please know that our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you. we are currently in south dakota this week and will not be back for her services. hugs and hugs to all of you
What a wonderful lady Mary was! We are so grateful for the many years of devotion she gave to the pro-life cause. Carl regrets that he cannot attend visitation because he has to be out of town on pro-life business. I am honored to be asked to sing for her funeral Mass. God’s blessing to all of you!
Rosemarie, Tom, Jane and Mark. Please accept my condolances for the lost of your Mom. Great lady to say the least. She was one of the few people that sent us a “Thinking of You” card just after Diane’s accident. What a nice gesture! I know that each of you will miss her in your own way and have fond memories. Only understandable from the love that your family had intertwined thouughout the years.Being a grandfather, I know how much your Mom charished her grandkids and greatgrandkids. I just hope she was given many chances to spoil them rotten. I’m assured that she was good at that as all grandmas.Once again, I want to offer each of you my sincere condolances.Bill Stoessner Sorry for any misspelled words or typing errors. Still recovering from a medcial procedure that affected my vision.
What a wonderful woman! I hope your memories will give you peace and comfort as you mourn her earthly loss; and your faith will help you celebrate her reunion with those who have gone before and look forward to the time you will see her in eternity. We’re here to help in any way we can.
Dear Family,So sad to hear of Aunt Mary’s passing. She was my Godmother & always held a special place in my life & in my heart.My condolences during your time of mourning. Love Kathy
To the family of Mary K. Goedde. So sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother . She was a kind & loving person. I worked with her at MFA#280 & had a lot of friendy talks about familes, kids, Grand-kids & etc. We will keep her & all the family in our thoughts & prayers . God Bless you & give you comfort in the days ahead . Love & Prayers Your Friends Vince & Lou Brune Freeburg, Mo 65035
John, so sorry for your loss. May you and your whole family find strength during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God’s strength and peace be with you.
John and Family,Thinking of you and sending you our condolences on the loss of your Mother.
John, Susan, and MalloryVery sorry to read in paper of your Mother’s death. Remember all the wonderful memories of her long and wonderful life. You have been blessed many times over. You will also miss her dearly. May she have eternal happiness as she surely deserves.Love and friends alwaysBets, (as Chet would say)
Such a dear, sweet woman has passed on, now free from her physical body and shrouded in Light. My heart goes out to your entire family – Rosie & Don, Tom and Mary, Jane and Tim, Mark and Ann, and especially John, Sue and Mallory and all of her cousins. I smile with fond memories of the times at your Riverside home and the warm reception you always provided. I look forward to sharing stories and celebrating your mother’s life tomorrow night. Until then, I send my warmest blessings and heartfelt condolences as you grieve her loss.With love and gratitude,Steve