She was born June 27, 1945 in Bloomington to Andrew Solomon and Margaret (Osterman) Arahood. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers and one sister.
Surviving are one son, Jason Gronau of Michigan; one daughter, Stephanie (Ivan) Larimore of Tremont; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Mary had worked as an administrative assistant at Pantagraph Printing in Bloomington for many years prior to her retirement.
A hardworking mother who had a passion for reading and writing. Mary authored two Historical Romances.
She was a former member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Pekin.
A gathering celebrating Mary’s life will be held at a later date. Cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be given to Alzheimer’s Association, Central Illinois Chapter, 614 West Glen Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61614.
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