A former resident of West Lafayette, IN. and teacher of English Literature at West Lafayette High School, passed away May 18, 2018 at the age of 94. Born in Marion IN. December 13, 1923, she married her High School sweet heart, Rex Eugene Curfman . They had a long and loving union until Rex passed away in 2008. Their three children, Katie Orr, Celia Latz and TJ CURFMAN, joined her recently to celebrate what would be her last Mother's Day. She is remembered for her humor, her dedication to family and her cooking, which she loved to share with friends as well as with anyone in need of a good meal. Mary Ellen and Rex were foster parents to foreign students at Purdue University and enjoyed learning about their different cultures and providing a home away from home. She is survived by her 3 children, 6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She will always be remembered and loved with esteem and gratitude for all she did in her productive and inspiring life.
Arrangements by Holick Craciun Funeral Home (440)-331-0999 www.holickcraciunfuneralhome.com
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