Mary Elizabeth Kennedy
With deep respect and affection, we honor the life of Mary Elizabeth Kennedy, who passed away on March 3, 2025. Born on October 5, 1963, in Boise, Idaho, Mary’s life was a testament to perseverance, compassion, and unwavering love for her family. Her character was aptly encapsulated by the quote, “Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass but learning to dance in the rain.”
Mary was a remarkable woman, whose spirit was as vibrant as her passion for her work. She was a dedicated sales agent at All American Publishing, where she was known for her tenacity and unwavering commitment to excellence. Her colleagues admired her for her positive attitude, and her clients appreciated her for her professionalism and integrity. Maya Angelou once said, “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel,” and Mary embodied this sentiment, leaving an indelible mark on everyone she knew.
She was a beloved mother to her four children, Destiny, Ryan, Jordyn, and Kristyn. Mary’s love for her children was evident in everything she did. She nurtured their dreams, encouraged their ambitions, and was a constant source of support and inspiration. In the words of George Eliot, “Life seems but a quick succession of busy nothings,” but for Mary, her children were her everything.
Mary’s legacy will continue to shine through her children and all those whose lives she touched. As we remember Mary, we invite you to share your memories of her and upload photos to her memorial page. It is through these shared experiences that we can truly celebrate the extraordinary life of Mary Kennedy.
Stephanie Abbiati
It is with heavy hearts that Jill Lynn Abbiati and Wendy Marie Mansfield announce the passing of their sister. Stephanie had a “… meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.” 1 Peter 3:4. She was a treasured gift to many and she seemed to always be at ease with life and people around her. She was content with hanging out with friends and listening to her favorite music artists. One in particular being Pat Benatar. She loved sour things, with green apple Jolly Ranchers being her favorite hard candy.
As a child, she loved to pick our very sour green apples from our apple trees. She would sit underneath them crunching away with a smiling face. Growing up as “California swim kids”, we were always swimming or playing on our slip and slide. We also rode our bikes with the good ol’ banana seats. We will miss her beautiful brownies and her infectious laughter.
She was selfless, never contentious and appreciated everyone’s different passions and perspectives. Stephanie was a true blue, honest and loving friend. If she was yours, you were very blessed.
Oh kind, humble, sweet sister Stephanie — we will miss you very much, but you are happy now in His presence, in the arms of Jesus.