"We are Very sorry for your loss. Lois always made us feel welcomed and was a joy to talk with. I am sure the others ahead of her are happy to have her with them in heaven. All our prayers and thoughts are with you all. God Bless!"
In loving memory of
Lois A. Maher
November 21, 1932 - July 29, 2014
Lois Arlene Maher, daughter of Lloyd Avery and Sylvia Pearl (Hankins) Taylor, was born on November 21, 1932 in Hawleyville, Iowa. She passed away on Monday, July 28, 2014 at the Shenandoah Medical Center in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 81.
Lois' early years were spent living in small towns in Iowa. She was born in Hawleyville. She also lived in Clarinda, Randolph and Red Oak.
Lois was united in marriage to Kenneth Leo Maher on March 18, 1960. They lived in Essex until 1961, then they moved to the family farm east of Imogene. Lois and Kenny enjoyed working the farm together. Lois kept the house but also would work the fields side by side with him, while raising a family. After a day of walking beans they would all enjoy playing games of hide and seek. In her later years she remained close to her kids and all her grandkids. After Kenny's death in 1994, Lois remained on the farm until 1995, when she moved to Shenandoah.
Lois was a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church in Imogene and very active at the Shenandoah Senior Center. She enjoyed playing cards at the Senior Center on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. She loved being with her family.
Lois was especially excited and looking forward to receive the Century Farm Award in August at the 2014 Iowa State Fair where she planned to attend with all her family.
Lois was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Maher, grandson Jarrod Maher, granddaughter Tara Maher, parents Lloyd and Sylvia Maher, brothers Eldon Taylor and Ivan Taylor, sisters Thelma Walker and Norma Tull.
Lois is survived by her daughters Judy Williams and husband Pat of Imogene and Debbie Biggers and husband Ron of Shenandoah, sons Kevin Maher and wife Jacque of Imogene and Steve Maher and wife Amy of Essex, 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law Rosana Taylor and Betty Taylor, brother-in-law Jack Walker, numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery at Imogene.
Tributes
"To all the Maher family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayer's. "
"Judy, I am saddened about the loss of your mother. Your mom was an elegant woman, always had a welcoming smile and lots of love in her heart. I will especially miss sharing a meal at Mondos with your Mom and Alice. Your mother is with you all right now and always will be - her love will never die. God be with you and her entire family."
"To Judy, Deb, Kevin, Steve and families, Our deepest sympathy at this sad time . Our prayers are with you. "
"R.I.P my dear friend & sister in-law. you will be greatly missed. Love you forever & always. "
"So sorry for your loss.."
"To the family of Lois Maher, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the loss of your mother. Deb,Ron and family and Judy, I have traveled with you a couple of times and I remember your mother being with you. May God grant you Peace and Comfort. God's Blessings. "
"To the Maher family: So sorry to hear about Lois. She was a wonderful lady! We will all miss her. "
"Many years past,Lois "infected" me with the "dancing bug"! She would always tease me about that.Such good memories she will be missed. Love to all especially Cam & Amy."
"We saw her a few times at the lake, but there was no doubt she had alot of spirit!! Our deepest condolences go to all of her family."
"Deb, Judy & families ..So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I know you have many fond memories that will help you through this sad time."
"We had so many good times dancing with Lois over the years. She was a good friend to many and we were blessed to have known her. Our sincerest sympathies to her family. Imagine her joy as she reunites with her dear loved ones that she so missed. God Bless all of you at this time. Chris and Carol Bullington "
"So sorry to hear about your mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family."
"Bruce and I send our deepest sympathies to Lois's family. Especially Ron and Debbie Biggers, Kimberly and her family plus Brandon, Kami and Roman. We send our love and strength to you all during this very difficult time."
"Lois was truly a wonderful lady to know and to have as a neighbor. When ever I got home, I'd call and let her know. She appreciated knowing that I was next door. When Tip was alive, she and I would go over and visit Lois. With Tip with me, never rang the door bell. Tip would bark to get Lois's attention! I could go on about what a wonderful lady neighbor Lois was, but you already know. It's going to be tough getting home the next time and know that Lois isn't there anymore. I wish you 'kids' the very best in this hard time. She was very proud of all of you! Grant Lois Eternal Rest O Lord. She's earned it!"
"Lois was a very dear, good friend for many years starting at Union Carbide when we worked together and line dancing together lots of years later. Such a good friend, I will really miss her. I am sorry for you loss."
"Steve, Amy and family
So sorry for your loss, you will always have memories of your loved one to treasure.You are in our thoughts and prayers..."
"So sorry Judy for your loss, Our prayers are with you and your family"