May 3, 1934- September 1, 2012
Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. Born in Lincoln, NE: Mary Ann graduated UNL College of Nursing in 1957. She worked as an RN for OPS, Council Bluffs Rose Kennedy School, and J.P. Lord School Omaha; dedicating her life to the children and patients she served. Wed to Kenneth Goodwater in 1981, combining their families.
Preceded in death by her parents Harry and Harriet Crandall; brother Don Crandall; sisters Marjorie Nolan and Phyllis Powderly; nephew Scott Nolan; and niece Kate (Polson) Harrison.
Survived by her husband Ken, Omaha, NE; daughter Diane Parker-Finney, Denton, TX; sons, Doug (Lisa) Parker, Omaha, and Don Parker, Chandler, AZ; step daughter Gina (David) Batemen, Plymouth, MN; stepsons Jeff (Tammy) Goodwater, Hopkins, MN, Kenneth Jr. (Nancy) Goodwater, Columbus, NE; 15 grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Memorial Service Thursday, Sept. 6, 11:00 a.m. Crosby Burket Swanson Golden Funeral Chapel
11902 West Center Road, Omaha, NE
