Barstow resident of over 50 years, Mary Hedberg passed away April 15, 2019 at the age of 87. Born on March 18, 1932 to John and Anna Kascak of McKeesport, PA. Mary first came to Barstow in 1956 with her beloved husband Howard (USMC). Mary loved to travel and visited Italy, Hawaii and Yosemite to name a few. Mary enjoyed morning walks with friends, camping, fishing with her family, and she spent many years playing golf and bowling. She also liked to crochet and was an avid reader.
As a member of St. Joseph’s Church, she was actively involved with the Catholic Youth and Eucharistic Ministries, helping wherever she could. Later in life, Mary worked at the Basket Shop at Calico Ghost Town, a job she enjoyed very much.
Mary is preceded in death by her husband, Howard Hedberg (2006) and her brother, John Kascak (2018). Mary is survived by her 5 children: Celeste Hedberg of Barstow, Eric Hedberg (Stephanie) of Victorville, Mark Hedberg (Linda) of Barstow, Paul Hedberg of Barstow, Elizabeth Driskill (William) of El Cajon, CA., 13 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, her sister Anna Mient of Irwin, PA., and sister-in-law Phyllis Hedberg of Modesto, CA.
Help us celebrate Mary’s life by wearing your favorite colorful attire on April 29, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church located at 505 E. Mountain View St., Barstow, CA. Rosary will be at 10:00 a.m., with a funeral mass to follow at 11:00 a.m.
Reception to follow at Mark and Linda Hedberg’s home at 37217 Camarillo Dr. Barstow, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Mary’s name to Habitat for Humanity.
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