Mary Frances Nault

Mary Frances Busch Nault passed away on January 15, 2026 while residing at the Beach House Assisted Living Community in Wesley Chapel Florida. She was married for 59 years to James P. Nault who proceeded her in Death on January 9, 2019. Mary is survived by her children, James (Lara), Robert (Elisa), Jessica Nault Krauser (Matthew), Monica Nault Nabholz (Barid), and Martha Nault McIlroy (Daniel). Her 11 grandchildren are James and Savannah Nault, Tyler (Alison) Nault, Joshua and Kathryn Nault, Mathew Krauser Jr., Jack and Jane Nabholz, Julia, Sara and Charlie Schuham and two great grand children, Juliette and Cameron Nault. She is also survived by her cousins Dr. Robert and Karen Cassidy.

Mary graduated grew up in Allouez Wisconsin and attended St. Matthews School and St. Joseph Academy (SJA) For Girls now known as Notre Dame Academy. Mary graduated with honors from St. Norbert College in De Pere Wisconsin with a BS degree in Elementary Education. In 1988, after her children were grown, she received her Masters Degree in Library Science from the University of South Florida in Tampa, graduating with high honors. In the 25 years between her graduation from undergrad and attending graduate school, Mary was a devoted mother to her 5 children, and she always considered her family as her greatest blessing. After her husband Jim’s retirement, they enjoyed traveling, and volunteering with various religious and civic organizations. Mary resumed her teaching career and was the Media Specialist at Lomax Elementary School for 10 years. In her free time, Mary especially enjoyed volunteering at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in the roles of Sacristan, Eucharistic Minister, Gardener and Wedding Coordinator. Mary also enjoyed her running group, playing tennis, gardening and was an avid reader.

A wake service will be held at Blount & Curry Funeral Home-Terrace Oaks Chapel, located at 12690 N 56th St, Temple Terrace, FL 33617, on January 20, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

The funeral service will take place at the same venue on January 21, 2026, starting at 11:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 9715 N. 56th St., Temple Terrace FL 33617.