In loving memory of

Mary M. Rahn

December 9, 1921 - February 26, 2015
From: Sac City, IA
Mary M. Rahn

Mary M. Rahn

Born: December 9, 1921
Died: February 26, 2015
Age: 93
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Mary Martha Rahn, age 93, of Sac City, IA, passed away at Loring Hospital in Sac City on February 26, 2015.  Mary was born on December 9, 1921, to parents George and Emma (Hall) Irwin in rural Sac County, IA.  Mary attended country school and graduated from Sac City High School on May 26, 1938. 

 

On September 9, 1940, Mary was united in marriage to Russell Sage Rahn in Muscatine, IA.  This union was blessed with three children: Bruce, Darlo and Joan. 

 

Over the years, Mary worked at Super Value, The Canning Factory and later became self-employed cleaning houses and businesses in Sac City. In her spare time she often enjoyed reading, doing puzzle books and just simply taking a phone call from family members or friends. Mary was well known for her delicious apple dumplings, angel food cakes and banana bread. Mary loved taking care of her family, whether it be going shopping or eating Chinese with her sister Alice. She was always looking forward to preparing the next family meal so she could get everyone together. She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her. 

 

Survivors include her two sons: Bruce (Bonnie) Rahn of Sac City, IA, Darlo (Kim) Rahn of Sac City, IA; daughter Joan Rahn Prichard (Bill Wallerstedt) of Sac City, IA; grandchildren: Eric (Heidi) Rahn of Seattle, WA, David (Randi) Rahn of Mitchellville, IA, Jerry (Amy) Rahn of Sac City, IA, Jessica Ernst of Holstein, IA, Sara Prichard (Chris Coats) of Ames, IA, Jesse Prichard of Ames, IA; great-grandchildren: Abby Strandberg of Sac City, IA, Colby Strandberg of Sac City, IA, Lexi Gerry of Sac City, IA, Derek Rahn of Sac City, IA, Janessa Rahn of Holstein, IA; Zander Ernst of Holstein, IA, many nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.

 

Mary was preceded in death by her parents George and Emma Irwin; husband Russell Rahn; siblings Catherine Johnson, Harold Irwin, Clarence Irwin, Kenneth Irwin, Alice Huisenga; grandchild Heather Strandberg.

SERVICES
Memorial Services
10:30 a.m., Saturday
April 18, 2015
First Presbyterian Church
Sac City, Iowa

OFFICIATING
Pastor Randy Russom

Condolences

Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 12:05 PM
“So many memories of family get togethers will always be with me. Mary was always such a pleasant woman. Always on the go.Mary will be so missed but never forgotten. ”
- Susan and Robert berger
Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 12:05 PM
“Death leaves a heart ache no one can heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal. I am so sorry to hear of your loss, may you find comfort in the many memories you have of your Mom.”
- Cindy Garrels Cameron
Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 12:05 PM
“darlo so sorry about your lose! I'm still having a difficult time after loosing my mom a couple weeks ago! Keep her alive in your heart and she we'll be with you forever!”
- Larry Hasek
Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 12:05 PM
“While Donna and I will not be able to be there with the family in person for Aunt Mary's service we will be there in spirit and with our prayers. Out Love and Condolences to all. ”
- Dannie and Donna Huisenga
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 9:54 AM
“Sending much love to each and everyone of you....Mary was an amazing woman and went home to be with Jesus on my day of birth. Fly high Mary...I was honored to know you.


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- Charlene Green
Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 9:43 AM
“So sorry to hear about aunt Mary. She lived a good and long life. She was a wonderful person. Got Christmas cards from her every year. This year too. My thoughts are with all of you. Linda”
- Linda(Rahn)Hart
Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 9:43 AM
“Your mom was a great lady and a very hard worker. She made the best chocolate angel food cakes in the world. Keep all of the good memories of her in your heart. You are all in our prayers.”
- Roger and Shelly Quail
Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 9:43 AM
“To the Family of Mary M. Rahn. I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one, Mary. May the God of comfort heal your heart. The passing of someone you love can be a very hard thing to deal with. I hope you can find comfort in the promise of the resurrection mentioned in the Bible at 1 Corinthians 15:21 & 22. Sincerely, Kristy jw.org”
- Kristy R
Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 9:43 AM
“My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
- Crystal Huster
Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 9:43 AM
“We are sorry for your loss and we are thinking off all involved. ”
- The Crum/ Diersen families
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