Mary Louise Crowell Obituary
In loving memory of Mary Louise Crowell of Ottawa, Kansas, who departed this world on July 4, 2025 at the age of 93. Mary Louise leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Louise Crowell to pay them a last tribute.
As Mary Louise departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Mary Louise. Though Mary Louise may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Pauline Hester Cotton (Ferrell) and Charles Cotton; her brother Charles R. Cotton Jr.; and her children, Sandra L. Sallaz, Sharon K. Williams and Jack N. Goin.
She is survived by: her children, Barbara Sue Newcome (Kenny) of Wellsville and Gordon Andrew Edmiston (Caroline) of Chugiak, Alaska.; and her sister Loretta Villanueva of Independence. She is also survived by her 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren.
A celebration of life was held on Sunday, July 13th 2025 at 5:00 PM at the Gardner Senior Citizens Community Center (128 E Park St, Gardner, KS 66030).