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Mary Lou Herzing | 91
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Mary Lou Herzing, 91, of 715 Clark Road, St. Marys, passed away following a lengthy illness at her residence with her family by her side on Saturday, November 2, 2024.
She was born July 4, 1933 in St. Marys, daughter to the late Joseph and Mary Ella Squires McKnight. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1951. She was a committed member to her county, serving as Justice of the Peace, and took a great interest in making her community stronger. Mary Lou worked for Stackpole Carbon Company and served as Vice President alongside of her husband for Indus-Sales, Inc.
She married her late husband, Kenneth M. Herzing on October 11, 1952 in the Sacred Heart Church. He preceded her in death on June 24, 2013.
Mary Lou is survived by six children: Stephen K. Herzing (Anne) of St. Marys, Amy Grant (James, Jr.) of Chicago, Mark Herzing of Florida, Matthew Herzing (Mary Jo) of St. Marys, Luke Herzing (Colleen) of St. Marys, and Adam Herzing (Nena) of St. Marys; fifteen grandchildren: Portia Herzing Belsole (Jason), Nichole Herzing Simpson (David), Karl Herzing (Olivia), James Grant III, Louise Grant DeAngelis (Michael), Austin Herzing (Michelle), Cole Herzing (Taylor), Sophie Herzing, Ian Herzing, John “Jack” Herzing, Adam Geer, Kyle Herzing, Tyler Herzing (Lexie), Alex Herzing (Alyssa), and Reilly Herzing; thirteen great-grandchildren: Taylor, Kenta, Keegan, Henry, Norah, Brock, Memphis, Jude, Lola, Teegan, Sawyer, Tate, and Navy James; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, Mary Lou was preceded in death by three siblings: Peggy Bauer, Jack McKnight, and Patty Donavon. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
Mary Lou was a classy lady with a great sense of humor. She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church and a teacher’s aide for Queen of the World School. She was an avid reader and loved a good jigsaw puzzle. In her younger years she enjoyed sewing, creating outfits for all of her children. When she wasn’t traveling the world with her husband, she could be found by her pool reading a good book or enjoying the company of friends and family. She cherished her friendships over the years especially the ones that developed at the St. Marys Country Club. Above everything else, she will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She rarely missed any of the activities or events for which her grandchildren were involved.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in the Sacred Heart Church on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00AM with Rev. Ignatius Carmelo, O.S.B, celebrating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
A private visitation will be held by the family of Mary Lou.
Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
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I will always cherish my time with Mary Lou. We were partners in crime and spent great times together. I am so grateful for the time I spent with her. She will always have a special place in my heart. Love you Mary Lou. I will certainly miss you
Extending our most heartfelt sympathies to each of Mary Lou’s loved ones. May all the special memories stay close to your hearts.
Best wishes to the Herzing family as they navigate Mary Lou’s passing.
Aunt Mary Lou was one of a kind, always gracious, giving and fun-loving. I loved to visit with her whenever we could make it to St. Marys for a girls getaway. Her laughter was contagious and she was always so genuinely interested in what was going on in our lives, with our families, and careers. I cherished looking through old family photos with her and catching up on what the kids, grandkids and great grands were up to. She truly lived a full and fulfilling life and it makes me happy that she was able to spend it in the home that she loved and was surrounded by family at the end. I will miss you Aunt Mary Lou. Give my Mom, Dad and Uncle Jack a hug, have a glass of champagne with Aunt Peg, and rest in peace.
Love, Peggy
Such a very lovely lady with more kindness and good thoughts than most ever even contemplate! Peace and healing to the Herzing Family. God Bless all of you!
To the Herzing Family,
Sorry for your loss, your mom was admired by all, prayers that you find peace thru all of this! Your dad I am sure will be happy to hold her again!
Mary Lou was such a beautiful woman but especially kind and loved her family.
I am grieved to learn of Mary Lou’s passing. I always enjoyed my conversations with her whenever and wherever I would run into her. I take comfort in knowing that she and Kenny, Pete and Karen, and my mom and dad are all together again. So many wonderful memories of them all together. May God’s blessing be with all of you as you mourn her loss.