Mary Denise Hersman

She was born in Birmingham, Alabama, the daughter of the late Gerald and Stephanie (nee Bialic) Hale. Mary is the beloved mother of Crystal Mateljan; loving sister of Barbara (Richard) Whiskin, Gilbert (Jenny) Hale and Sandra (Robert, deceased) McAvoy; adored aunt of Ben (Courtney) Hale, Nicholas Hale, Michael McAvoy, Samantha Whiskin and Christopher McAvoy. She is also survived by her fur babies, Honey and Midnight.

A science fiction buff, her favorites were Star Trek, Harry Potter and Doctor Who. She enjoyed crocheting, nature and science. She was known to be a hard worker but she most cherished her time spent with her daughter and her family. She was loved by all and will be dearly missed.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 17, 2020 from 10AM-12PM at Corrigan Craciun Funeral Home, 149768 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, where funeral services will be held on Saturday at 12PM. Committal services will follow at Calvary Cemetery.