Mary Ann Stufflebeam

Born on March 14, 1937, in Hopkinsville, KY, she was the cherished daughter of Vernon and Ruby Thomas. A proud Southerner, Mary Ann carried the warmth of her southern roots wherever she went, practicing an open and friendly manner to everyone she met. While she was naturally shy, reserved, and valued a structured, conservative life, she was fiercely and unconditionally devoted to her children.

Mary Ann’s greatest joy was her family, and she expressed her love best through her exceptional cooking, hosting, and entertaining. She made the holidays truly magical, creating a warm, welcoming home filled with laughter and loved ones. Later in life, she enjoyed traveling and visiting family. Cruising was a favorite means of travel, she always seemed to have good luck whenever she visited the slot machines, whether on a cruise or at a casino.

She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Robert "Bob" Stufflebeam; children, Charles "Scott" Abel and Tonya Wolfe; grandchildren, Spencer (Amber) Abel and Hallie (Evan) Moore, and great grand-daughter, Ellie Abel." She leaves behind a legacy of love, family tradition, and quiet strength.

Mary Ann was preceded in death by husband, Charles Seaborne Abel (KIA, Vietnam War - 1966); daughter, Gina Renee Abel; and sisters, Ruth (Willard) Parnell, Naomi (Ernest) Calhoun, and Dorothy (Randy) Yates.

Service arrangements are currently pending and will be announced at a later date.