"Ruth and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. May your tears turn to smiles of rememberance of your wonderful times together. "
In loving memory of
Mary B. Devine
August 27, 1929 - May 7, 2010
Mary B. Devine, 80, of Temple, Texas, and formerly of Maquoketa, Iowa, and Denver, Iowa, died on May 7, 2010, at Scott and White Hospital in Temple, Texas.
A funeral mass celebrating Mary's life will be held at 9 A.M., Saturday, May 15, 2010, from St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Preston, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Friday, May 14, 2010, from the Carson & Son Funeral And Cremation Services in Maquoketa, Iowa, with a vigil service to follow. Burial will be at the St. Joseph's Cemetery, Preston, Iowa.
Mary Charlotte Black was born on August 27, 1929 in Preston, Iowa, to Edwin B. Black and Gertrude M. (Mertens) Black. She graduated from Preston High School in 1947 and then attended Clarke College in Dubuque for one year. She also attended the University of Iowa and married Robert E. "Bob" Devine on November 4, 1950 in Preston, Iowa. He preceded her in death on June 6, 2009.
Mary was a loving mother, devoted wife, grandmother and great-grandmother. She and Bob raised a family of eight children in Maquoketa, until 1978 when they moved to Denver, Iowa. She was a member of The Catholic Daughters of the Americas. Mary enjoyed spending time with her family, playing cards, baking, sewing, knitting, making costumes for variety shows, was a former Girl Scout Leader, and a linotype operator.
Mary is survived by her children, Susan (Carl) Keeney of Maple Grove, MN, Barbara (Donald) Thomsen of Port Byron, IL, Kathleen (Gary) Broadwater of Temple, TX, Thomas Devine of Maquoketa, IA, Carol (Arnold) Goebel of Denver, IA, Jeanne (Robert) Schmidt of Cedar Falls, IA, Ruth (Dean) Olson of Richmond, TX, and Steven Devine of Cedar Falls, IA; 19 grandchildren, Ryan, Jared and Kevin Keeney, Brian and Katie Thomsen, Logan, Kyle and Justin Broadwater, Erica Devine, Amanda Fisher, David Devine, Matt Goebel and Jen McAhren, Michael and Emily Schmidt, Elizabeth and Daniel Olson, and Bethany and Brandon Devine; 9 great-grandchildren, Hailey Keeney, Braylon Thomsen, Ryan Broadwater, Adam Broadwater, Caitlyn Devine, Noah and Isaac Fisher, Brooklyn Devine and Addison Devine; a sister, Lois Beach of College Station, TX; a brother, Neal Black of Eagan, MN; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and one grandchild, Jeffrey Dean Keeney.
Memorials may be made to the Edwin Black Scholarship Fund, c/o Clinton National Bank, P.O. Box 249, Preston, Iowa 52069.
Online Condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
"To my dear friend Ruth and her family.
Since the day I met Mary I felt her loving embrace. With her beautiful smile and her quick wit at the ready, I was always excited when Ruth told me she and Bob were coming to Houston to visit. Her fond recollections of Iowa and her wonderful life as a mom and wife made me feel like I knew the whole family. We drank wine, ate cheese, and laughed and laughed. I will miss her greatly."
"To the Devine family:
I am thinking about you today. It undoubtedly will be a very difficult one for you. Mary and Bob welcomed me into your home so lovingly as many have already said. They will remain a special part of my life! Treasure your memories! Love to all."
"To Neal, Lois Ann and all the grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grand children of Gertrude and Edwin Black; I have so many fond memories of your families and visiting you in Preston and other Iowa haunts. An abundance of love and generosity still warms my heart and I wish I could join you in your celebration of Mary\'s life. Her kind heart and vibrant presence will remain with me. Peace, Diana "
"Sue and family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolensces on behalf of your Mom. Thinking of you!!"
"Sue and family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolensces on behalf of your Mom. Thinking of you!!"
"Dear Devine family, I am so sorry to hear about Mary\'s passing. We didn\'t see her often but everytime we did she made us feel as we had known each other forever. Please find great comfort in the \"devine\" memories Mary and Bob created for you and may you find peace knowing that they are together once again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all."
"To the Devine family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I was in Maq. over the weekend and drove by the big house and had no idea Mary had passed. I always admired it and it was truly a house of love and family. My heart goes out to all of you. God Bless and take care... "
"Devine Family, you know she was a mom to all of us, no matter when we came to your house, we felt as if we were part of your family. She touched so many hearts and fixed so many bruises, and she helped us laugh and wiped our tears. She was a wonderful lady always with a smile!"
"Mary and I extend to the whole Devine family our sincerest sympathies. We have many great memories of living next door to Bob and Mary. We loved sitting in the front yard and visiting with them. May the Lord give you comfort and strength during this difficult time."
"We are very saddened to hear of Mary\'s passing, but know she is at rest with Bob. Our sympathy goes out to all the family. We will always remember Mary\'s smile and fun-loving personality on our visits to Iowa and Minnesota and her visits to Albuquerque."
"Our sympathy to the Mary Devine family. She was a beautiful person."
"Devine Family ~ My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Dave. I know how much your grandparents mean to you and just remember that they are together again! Safe travels to you and your family as everyone comes together to celebrate a amazing woman and the life she lead!"
"Very sorry to hear of the passing of Mary. She was a very special lady; always had a friendly smile and words. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."
"Carol, So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. You have my sympathy."
"Mom, I am rejoicing in the fact that you are once again with Dad, he has been waiting for you! I miss you and love you."
"Carol and family, We are so sorry to hear of Mary\'s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. What a wonderful lady she was! I have such wonderful memories of your Mom....especially her smile and the way she always made me feel welcome in her home. And the cookies...they were the best! You are blessed to have had Mary as your mother and we are blessed to have known her. I hope you can take comfort in knowing that she is no longer suffering and is with your dad in heaven. God bless you all!"
"Wow!!! The Devine Family brings back many memories to me. These go back to soon after I arrived in Maquoketa to teach in 1966. The friendship still goes on with the entire Devine family. Thanks for all the good memories! I am sure Mary will be missed by all."
"Carol and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother. May you find comfort with fond memories of happier times. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during the days ahead."
"Mary Devine Family You have our condolences! You are in our prayers. God Bless Ralph & Donna Jean Knickrehm"
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" I have been part of the Devine family for near 37 years. I was blessed to find Susan, Mary\'s eldest daughter.Thank You Mary for raising such a beautiful person. Susan and I know you are at peace with Bob, your parents and our son Jeff. You will be greatly missed by all of us. Gods peace be with you."
" Tom, losing one parent is not easy but now losing your mother as well is almost more than one can bear. I am so sorry for the passing of your mother. But remember she is now at peace and with your father again watching over their children. My prayers and thoughts are with your entire family."
" Tom, losing one parent is not easy but now losing your mother as well is almost more than one can bear. I am so sorry for the passing of your mother. But remember she is now at peace and with your father again watching over their children. My prayers and thoughts are with your entire family."
" Dear Divine Family: Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. I have fond memories of Mrs. Divine while growing up in Maquoketa. She always made me feel welcomed in her home. Although now it may seem silly but to me it was fantastic to be introduced to licorice as a straw in a bottle of soda. I will never forget the first time she gave me a bottle of root beet with a red licorice straw...out of this world to an eight year old. She had the gift of being a wonderful baker,too. I loved her cinnamon frosted cookies which she baked for Sacred Heart School. I have her recipe but they don\'t taste as good as the ones she made! May warm and heartfelt memories sustain you during this difficult time. Julia Otting Ardell "