Mary Margaret Quaider, age 93, of Fremont, OH passed peacefully in her home on Sunday in the presence of family after a prolonged illness. She was born on April 29, 1927 in Cleveland, OH the daughter of John and Mary (Bauknecht) Hughes. Mary was graduated from John Hayes High School in Cleveland, OH. Mary was married on November 6, 1948 to Walter Quaider and they lived in Willowick, OH for 55 years before moving to Fremont. She was employed by the Dandee Potato Chip Co before becoming a full-time homemaker and later retired from the Willoughby-Eastlake School District where she worked in food service.
Mary was soft-spoken and kind, holding a life-long passion for learning. She was an avid reader, seamstress, cook and gardener. She loved the Christmas season, traveling the U.S. in an airstream trailer, and time spent with family.
Mary is survived by her husband of seventy-two years, Walter S. Quaider, daughters Kathleen (Don) Nalley and Janis (Russ) Gallagher, son Daniel (Deb) Quaider, grandchildren Margaret (Ashley) Goodin, Paul (Megan) Nalley, Jacob Quaider, Dylan Quaider, Justin Quaider, Ryanne (Brian) Lachman, Kyle Gallagher, Ethan Gallagher, Keagan Gallagher, and great-grandchildren Hudson Goodin, Hayes Goodin, Avery Lachman and Reese Nalley.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary (Bauknecht) Hughes, son, Walter J. Quaider and grandson, Jason Quaider.
Private service will be held for the family.
Burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date.
Memorials can be made to Willowick Public Library or Birchard Public Library.
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John and Brenda Havens
Kathleen and Don,
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your dear mother. Your entire family is in our prayers. Remember that beautiful smile!
MICHAEL MEHLING
WALTER, KATHLEEN AND DON, YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
ANGIE AND MIKE MEHLING
Jay and Theresa Hensley
Walter, Kathleen and family,
So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. May God bless all of you and give you peace. What a beautiful lady inside and out! Heaven has surely gained a smiling angel!
Prayers
Jay and Theresa Hensley
Jane Strayer
Kathleen, Don and family, ,
So sorry to learn of the passing of your dear Mother. Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your Father during this sad time.
With deepest sympathy,
Jane and Greg
Luann Derr
Kathleen, Don and family,
Comfort to you and your family during this time of loss. Remembering the good times together will get you through this time. What a long life she had and I’m sure will be truly missed. She is enjoying the beautiful gardens of heaven with Our Lord. What a peaceful place to rest-in the hands of Our Lord. Her smile will remain in your hearts as will her kindness.
Sam and Luann Derr
Lil Pugel and Family
Dear Quaider Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. I will always remember our friendship we had as neighbors for 55 years. May you rest in peace Mary in Our Lords Hands.
EILEEN DRIGGS and Skip Martin
So very sorry for your loss. It is heart wrenching to lose your mother, regardless of age. Sending our thoughts, Love and prayers to the family. Skip and Eileen
Judi Simon
Kathleen and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Donna Gilliotti
Dear Wally and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. You and Mary are in our prayers.
Tom & Donna Gilliotti (Ruth Huebner’s daughter)
Judy and Jim Struna
Very sad to say goodbye to your mom. We just think that she will always be there ❤️
Stacie Marquart
Kathleen, so sorry for your loss, holding you and your family in prayer.
Stacie Marquart
Ron Pugel
Mr. Quaider, Kathy, Dan, Janis and families… Please accept my deepest sympathies during this difficult time. I will always have fond memories of Mrs. Quaider. Whether it was going on vacation with all of you or just the daily fun we all had growing up as neighbors, every memory is cherished. May she rest in peace.
Marian Miller
Kathleen, I was very sad to read of your mother’s death. She sounded like a wonderful person. Please know that you, your dad and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Nancy J Sattler
Kathleen and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Sattler
Betsy Kent O'Boytle
Oh Mary, I have so many memories of her sweet countenance and the love she shared with her husband. My parents, Ed and June Kent were the closest of friends. I have so many memories of us camping in our Airstream, traveling the country. Sending so much love to Walt and her children.
Love,
Betsy Kent O’Boyle