Mary L. Carrington, age 86, of Escanaba passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Bishop Noa Home in Escanaba.
Mary was born June 16, 1938 in Gladstone, the daughter of Albert and Alvina (Carlson) Willette. Mary graduated from Holy Name High School in Escanaba in 1957. She attended Bay de Noc College and graduated with an LPN Certification in 1979. She was united in marriage to John Carrington from Oulu, Finland on December 9, 1961 for 7 years. She loved attending plays at Players de Noc in Escanaba, making puzzles, reading books, watching ice skating and spending time with her friends and family.
Mary is survived by her children, John Carrington and Sylvi (Pete) Schuster, grandchildren, Tara (Greg) Siolka, Nick Carrington and Andrew (Stephanie) Bisson, her sister, Suzanne Chansler, three great grandchildren, Tyler, Triston, Sheyanne and Kayahna
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Michael Andrew Carrington, her brother, Albert (Bernadette) Willette, sisters, Patrica (Charles) Gafner and Marilyn Willette and brother-in-law, John Chansler.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 15 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the Skradski Funeral Home in Escanaba. Memorial services will be at 4:00 PM. Mary will be laid to rest in the Fernwood Cemetery in Gladstone.
susan (timler) sedenquist - GLADSTONE, MI
Sylvi & Family:
I have so many great memories of being neighbors with you on First Avenue South. Your Mom always had a smile and she was such a hard worker. Returning to school to get her nursing degree while taking care of young children was such an accomplishment. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue (Timler) Sedenquist
Paula M Hillier-Davis - Marquette, MI
Johnny and Sylvi,
So sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of all of us in our awesome Escanaba neighborhood. ✌️
Paula Hillier Davis
Steven J. Chansler - Billings , Mt
So sorry to hear that my aunt Mary has passed away. Mom always talked about you in a loving way and was always praying for her. May god always grant eternal peace to you Mary.
Patty (Closs) Demeuse - Gladstone , Mi
Sending my condolences to your family. Mary and I were long time friends. Great memories with your mother.
Karen Gardipee - Belding, MI
John and Sylvi, so sorry for the loss of your precious mom. I will remember Aunt Mary’s wonderful laugh and kindness. She understood grief and loss and helped so many she treated. I’m imagining it was a joyful reunion with Michael, her parents and siblings. God bless.
Cousin Karen G
Elizabeth Killian - Traverse city, MI
I was so very sorry to hear of the loss of Aunt Mary. I have many happy memories of family vacations in Escanaba with you all. Deepest condolences in the passing of your mother Sylvi and John. Her strength and perseverance is a family trait we carry as well. May your memories bring you peace. With much love- Bette Willette-Killian
daniel willette - TRAVERSE CITY, mi
dan Willette-Traverse City Mi. 15 April 2025 A wonderful woman, Will miss her smile, her sense of humor and her hugs. God bless her family>