Mary Garrison
January 22, 1932 - February 21, 2025
Obituary
Mary Jean Garrison, age 93, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025. Mary was born on January 22, 1932, in Madison, WI to Michael and Gertrude (Flesch) Harrington. She raised three children while her husband served in the Air Force. Two of their children continued the tradition of military service. Catherine served in the Air Force, and Edward H. Garrison Jr., served in the Navy, and Ramona Gasser served as an educator in public schools. After the final military assignment in Germany, Mary began career at WPS. Mary touched many lives and will be greatly missed.
Mary is survived by her children, Catherine (Jeffrey) Mattie, Ramona Gasser, and Edward Jr. (Teresa) Garrison; grandchildren, Derek (Azure) Mattie, Jason (Tarah) Mattie, Ryan (Naomi) Mattie, Alyssa (Bob) Schwab, Spencer Garrison, and Sierra Mattie; great grandchildren, Keaton Mattie, and Hayden Mattie; sister and best friend, Patricia Miller; and sister-in-law, Lila Harrington. She is further survived by other family and friends. Mary is preceded in death by her parents, the father of her children, Ed Garrison Sr; and siblings, Delores Harrington, Ron Harrington, and James (Mary Ellen) Harrington.
A Committal Service will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 2:00PM at RESURRECTION CATHOLIC CEMETERY, in the chapel, 2705 Regent Street, Madison.
Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com
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Kim Horejs
Other • 2 months ago
Dan and I want to share our deep condolences for the loss of your mom. As you know I have many memories of her. Hugs and love to all of you. Kim and Dan Horejs
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Sherry Zimmerman
Other • 2 months ago
Ramona, so sorry for your loss! Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Will be keeping you in our prayers! Hugs and love from the Gary Zimmerman family
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Nancy G
Other • 2 months ago
Ramona, My deepest sympathy to you and your family . You were such a wonderful caregiver to your Mom for many years. May she rest in peace.
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maria andreano-beirne...and family (Jim, Tallie and Tia)
Other • 2 months ago
My dearest Merona... My family and I are thinking of you and although we didn't know your mother, we will always love and cherish our friendship with you. I had the honor of working with you in Verona for many years and I am grateful for all the time we spent together:-) You are loved and please know that we are here for you...always...with love, Maria and family...(the girls who gave you the nickname "Merona")...since they couldn't pronounce "Ramona"
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Laurie Ellie
Other • 2 months ago
Mary was the best friend to our Mom at Prairie Gardens. Mary was so kind and gentle and would always have great stories. Our Mom passed away in August 2024. Prayers and sympathy to your family!
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Jeffrey Mattie
Other • 2 months ago
I knew Mary for over 50 years. She raised 3 successful children in tough times and worked hard to become independent, which she did. I will always respect her for that and she will be missed. Rest in peace Mary. Jeff Mattie