Mary Surrell-Richards Obituary
In loving memory of Mary Surrell-Richards of Dubuque, Iowa, who departed this world on March 23, 2026 at the age of 85. Mary leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ed Vacha and Anita Vacha (Cushman); her siblings, Millie and Mike; and her son Louis Surrell II.
She is survived by: her children, Ruth Andrews (Alan), Bill Pluemer (Kim), Mary Willis (Robb), Jo Ann Tigges and Richard Surrell; and her siblings, Walter Pluemer, Marlene Hoeper (Ron), Melvin Vacha (Terry), Merle Vacha (Pat), Denise Vacha (Scott McCabe), Tony Vacha (Karen), Pat Alexander (Randy) and Joe Vacha (Tammy). She is also survived by six grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Dubuque.
