Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....Ranger, Mary Ann February 16, 1906
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The Lyons Herald, February 22, 1906
“Grandma” Ranger, as she was affectionately called, died at the home of her 
step-son, H. A. Ranger Friday afternoon, February 16, 1906, aged 78 years, 10 
months and 29 years.  She suffered a stroke of paralysis several months ago, 
from which she never rallied.

Deceased was one of the most conscientious women we ever knew and her loving 
devotion to her invalid husband through years of helplessness was such as to 
endear her to everyone and showed forth the Christian spirit that she always 
possessed.

The funeral was held at the home of Howard A. Ranger on Sunday afternoon, C. 
E. Jameson of Grace Episcopal church conducting the service.  The singing was 
furnished by Messers. Baker and Strong and Mrs. Baker and Miss Marshall with 
Mrs. Henderson as accompanist.  The following obituary was read:

Mary Ann Purcell was born in Padwerth Berkshire, England March 17, 1827, and 
passed away at the home of her step-son Howard Ranger February 16th, 1906.  
Her last days were those of suffering, but she was ministered to by loving 
hearts and gentle hands.  Same came to this country in the year 1867; was 
married to Henry Ranger (now deceased) Oct. 25th, 1875.  Mrs. Ranger has 
always identified herself with every movement for the good of the town.  She 
was a member of the Episcopal Church, but for many years gave of her time and 
strength to the aide of the Methodist church.  She was one of the founders of 
the Ladies Library, and acted as librarian for several years, the wish for its 
success lay deep in her heart. 

Mrs. Ranger will be held in loving remembrance by  her step-children, to whom 
she was a loving and sympathetic mother, and by all who ever knew her.  The 
least we can say as we lay her to rest is “A good woman gone.”  The all 
bearers were F. T. Gleason, H. Hitchcock, J. R. Dougherty and A. S. Bunnell.  
Interment in Lyons cemetery.

Card of Thanks:

We wish to express our sincere thanks to the neighbors and friends who kindly 
assisted at the death and burial of our mother, also for the floral offerings.

Mary A. Marsha
Leo Ranger
Howard Ranger and family.


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