"I was so very sorry when I read about Mary's death. It brought back many pleasant memories.I taught Kindergarten at Horace Mann when Mary was on the staff there. She was such a lovely lady-always a smile. As a first year teacher I would often seek her advice and could rely on her knowledge.I send my sympathy to her family Carol Jones Kiley"
In loving memory of
Mary Edgerton
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969
Mary Carter Edgerton was born on the Carter Family Farm in Grant County, Indiana on April 21, 1915. Her parents were Ray and Marie Kelly Carter. She spent a happy childhood with her parents, her sister, Martha Carter Sipe and her Grandfather, Joseph Carter.
She married the love of her life, J.C. ?Bud? Edgerton, after her graduation from Ball State Teachers College. They became the proud parents of Jerry, Jane, and Sara. Mary spent her professional life teaching elementary school in Marion Community Schools, beginning in the early 1930s. She was one of the first female educators in Grant County.
She was a member of Psi Iota Xi, American Association of University Women and Delta Kappa Gamma. Upon retirement, she was an active volunteer with Marion General Hospital auxiliary. She was a birthright Quaker and a lifetime member of First Friends Meeting in Marion.
In 2002, Mary moved to Indianapolis to be cared for by her daughter Sara. She spent five years making new friends at the Forum at the Crossing Retirement Community. For the past 14 months she has resided in the Marquette Manor Health Care Center, and fought a long battle with Parkinson?s Disease.
She is survived by her son, Jerry (Lynn Langway) Edgerton, New York City, and her daughters, Jane (Tom) Reckford, Washington, D.C. and Sara Edgerton, Indianapolis.
She is also survived by her cousins, Winnie Davis and Merrill Dailey, Indianapolis, brother-in-law, John Edgerton of Pine Village, several nieces and a nephew and her devoted caregiver, Linda Ralston.
A memorial service will be held at First Friends Meeting of Indianapolis on Monday, April 21st from 4:00 ? 5:00 pm with a reception following. A memorial service will be held at First Friends Meeting in Marion at a later date.
You are invited to visit www.leppertmortuary.com to sign the guestbook, leave a personal message or in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First Friends Meeting of Indianapolis or Habitat For Humanity. Arrangements and care by Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel.
Tributes
"I was deeply saddened to see Mary's obituary in this morning's paper.She was a true and beautiful lady always with a smile..We will miss her at First Friends. She was a model for many of us.She left us a loveseat and the church sign dedicated to J. C. and herself. Such a legacy.Always willing to help wherever and whenever needed.May God be with all of you during this time of sorrow."
"Just wanted to express my sympathy to the family of Mary Edgerton. In 1970 & 1971 while I was in high school I worked for Bud on the Farm. Bud was the best boss I ever had. Mary was equally as gracious. We attended First Friends Church for several years. Mary was always friendly and we often reminisced about when I worked for them on the farm. I once carelessly killed a pig that was ready for market........ Bud made me bury it in the woods and told me he would doc my pay......... he never did & Mary always remembered that story !! They were wonderful people & are sadly missed."
"We are sorry to learn of the loss of your mother. May it be of some comfort to know that others share your loss with their thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,Hans & Jeanne Sheridan "
"Jerry and family:So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. What a wonderful long life your mother had. You all are in my prayers at this time. "
"I am saddened to read of Mrs. Edgerton's passing. She was my 2nd grade teacher at Horace Mann Elementary School in Marion in 1967. As I look back at my elementary days, she indeed is a teacher who stands out in my thoughts as being very devoted, very loving and very caring. Please know that she is in our prayers!"
"Mary was a wonderful and intelligent person and a joy to be around. Through our association with her loving and caring daughter Sara, they made us feel like we were part of the family. We will miss the many birthday celebrations that we shared. Our prayers go out to the entire family"
"Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious mother. I first knew Mary as my 3rd grade teacher at Horace Mann in 1959-60, but I knew her best as a wonderful and dedicated volunteer at Marion General Hospital where I am the volunteer director. Mary was so kind and always had a smile for everyone she met. She'll be sadly missed and never forgotten."
"Sorry to hear of Mary's death. Many fond memories of the nine years I worked for Bud and Mary at the seed farm. "
"Sara I just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. I know I only had the pleasure of knowing you both for a short time, but feel blessed to have spent this time with both of you. You have done a wonderful job of caring for your mother. You were always the smile in her day."
"See you later friend."
"jerry, jane,saraMy sympathy goes to each of you in the loss of your mother. I always remember her and Bud as wonderful parents and friendly to everyone they met. I always had great respect for both. God bless each of you."
"I am so sorry to hear about Mary's death. She was a wonderful friend and neighbor to me. We had lots of good times together. I feel blessed to have had her in my life. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. "
"I was so sorry to hear about your mothers passing. I knew her when she taught at Martin Boots. She was such a lovely lady and always had a smile on her face. It was very obvious that she enjoyed teaching her students. She was an asset to education!"
"Your mother was a giving and gracious lady. I will alwyas rememember her with a friendly smile and warm welcome everytime we met. In smypathy Jean Ann [Davis]Morris"
"I was so sorry to see Mary's obituary in the Marion paper. She and Bud were in a card club with my parents, George and Audrey (Billie) Smith when they lived out near Roseburg, and my parents certainly enjoyed your mother and dad. My mother died March 11 of this year after living with me in my home for 2 1/2 years. I share your sorrow, and I will pray for you during this difficult time."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you , The Edgerton family at this time of your loss.May the peace of our Lord , Jesus Christ be with each of you, now and forever."
"I am one of the many who worked at Edgerton Seed Farm. I was there in 66 and 67. I have fond memories of that time. I got to watch Sara learn to drive her MG stick shift. I found humor in it she did not, at the time. You have my sympathy for your loss. May God's strength see all of you through this time in your lives."