Mary E. Maki
April 11, 1922 -
April 26, 2020
Mary E. Maki, age 98, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at Brookside Care Center.
Born in Ironwood, MI on April, 11, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Louise (Ritmanich) Stimac. She attended Luther AL Wright High School.
She was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Ironwood, MI.
In 1938 Mary was united in marriage to Toivo Maki. After 42 years of marriage, Toivo preceded her in death in 1980.
Mary loved cooking, baking, playing cards and dancing to Polka music. She was known as the matriarch of the neighborhood that everyone came to for guidance.
She is survived by her children, Clarence (Alice) Maki, Raymond Maki, Marilyn Plaistrow, Ginger Maki, Gloria Riley and Judy (Greg) Nelson; her fifteen grandchildren; her thirty-nine great grandchildren; and nine great-great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Toivo Maki; her brother; and her four sisters.
Service Info
Funeral Services honoring Mary’s life will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. at the Piasecki Funeral Home.
A gathering of relatives and friends for Mary will be held on Saturday, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Due to public health concerns, and in compliance with CDC guidelines, only 50 people will be permitted to enter the funeral home at one time. For the safety of our guests, you may be required to wait outside. Social distancing will be maintained, and we encourage those in attendance to wear a face covering. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this difficult time.
Inurnment will take place in Ironwood Riverside Cemetery.
Posted by:
Carol BonofiglioTo all of Mary’s family, You have our deepest sympathy. I have wonderful memories of Mary and Toivo, and the family when we visited in Ironwood, and the years in Kenosha. My parents also loved them and we thought of them as “family”. I wanted all of you to know that Tom and I are so sorry not to be there for you in person due to Covid. I will be thinking of all of you with love.
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connie rutkowskiSo very sorry for your loss Judy and family . May your mother rest In Peace .Have thought about you many times over the years since we went to school . Connie Post Rutkowsi
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Alexis LandIt was an honor to bring you Mother Communion on Sundays. She was so sweet. I miss going to Brookside on Sunday since the virus hit. Sorry for your lost.
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Kris W- the college kidDear Maki Family and especially daughter Judy who I worked with at Village Inn around 1973-74. I worked with Mary at the Casino Townhouse around 1974-78. She was like a mother to us and was a hard worker, a great waitress, and made sure we all behaved. I was in college at the time so she would call me, the college kid. She was so beautiful, feisty and fun. When the music started she would dance around the dining room. What a great lady and how lucky that her kids had her this long. I still have my Casino Townhouse name pin with the martini glass on it. Those were great days !!
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Katherine KuroskiHi Aurora Neighbors and Friends, Kathy Zoberski here. My mom and dad, Ted and Ina Zoberski were such good friends. I hope my mom and yours are having coffee right now. I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was something else. She had a great life. She was a toughie. Kath
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Bill InchTo all of the Maki family, I'm very sorry to here of Mary's passing. The many, many great memories of times past that come flooding back are beyond measure. I can hear Mary's voice now. Mary's relationship with my Mom was so special and something I think about often. Dody, Steve, Kim and I send our deep sympathy as you remember Mary. Bill Inch
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Roy D'AntonioDear Clarence, Alice and Maki family.. I m very sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and condolences to all of you through this time.. We miss you guys up north... Sincerely, Roy D'Antonio Watersmeet, Mi.
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Herb RammeMy Condolences to the Maki Family. During my youth growing up in Aurora Location in Ironwood, Mrs. Maki was like the spokes person for the neighborhood. Even as a child, I knew she was a woman of strong character and commitment. No one person would "mess" with Mrs. Maki. She spoke the truth, had respect, was stern but fair. She did leave an indelible mark on my memory. Again, sorry for your loss. Herb Ramme
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Kay Cisewski LustgartenDear Maki Family, You have lost the sweetest and most tender mother. I first met Mary many years ago when she invited me over to her house for dinner. She knew that her son , Ray, and I were good friends. Ray was in the service at that time. We immediately became lifelong friends. Mary Maki was giving and her kindness marinated throughout the Ironwood area. May she Rest In Peace and my cc thoughts and prayers are with you , Kay Cisewski Lustgarten
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Sandra Schutte ChiesaMy sympathy to you on the loss of your mother.
