Mary Ann Kabia

Mary was a dedicated employee of Sutter Health and Sutter Independent Physicians in Sacramento for over 20 years, cherishing the wonderful coworkers she had. Mary also shared a special bond with Lilo, her spirited and loyal Chihuahua, who was a beloved companion for seven years and enjoyed their many snuggles.

Mary’s children were the loves of her life. From a young age, Mary instilled in her children, Aisha and Santigie, the belief that they could achieve anything they set their hearts and minds to. As a nurturing and supportive mother, Mary's unwavering love extended not only to her children but also to her large and cherished family.

Mary is survived by her sisters: Paula Busby, LouAnn Thom, Kara Kabia, Lora Thom, Ann Leifker, and Rose Leifker; and her brothers: Paul Thom, Chad Thom, Mark Andrews, Kevin Thom, and Louis Thom, Jr. She will also be deeply missed by her many nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her father, Louis Edward Thom, Sr.; her mother, Ione Eunice Thom (Gregoire); and her brother, Greg Thom.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to her dear friend and neighbor, Jeanette Navarro, and her Chihuahua Dora, for their wonderful companionship to Mary and Lilo during her last years.

Friends and family are invited to a visitation at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home Lansing Chapel, 900 E Michigan Ave., Lansing, Michigan, 48912 on Thursday, May 15, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with the rosary being prayed at 7:30 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael Parish in Grand Ledge on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM, with a one-hour prior visitation from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Mary will be laid to rest next to her dear parents at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery following Mass. A reception will follow at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home Lansing Chapel, 900 E Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912.

Mass will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in-person: https://www.youtube.com/live/MaXrtUQiMzM

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made directly to the family for funeral expenses at www.everloved.com/life-of/mary-kabia/

The family invites you to share your memories and pictures of Mary on the Dignity Memorial website.