Age 95, lifelong resident of St. Paul, passed away peacefully at home on September 17, 2026.
Preceded in death by her dear husband, Hugo E. Anderson; siblings, Michael Poeschl, Frances Wallraff, and Thomas Poeschl.
Survived by children, Jeanne (Tony Nelson), Sue (Chris) Lyons, Mary Jo (Dan) Gilbert, Ruth (OJ) Rustad, Michael, and Philip (Lori); grandchildren, Bridget, Nicole, Rebecca, Matt, Carolyn, Rachel, Megan, Andrea, Linnea, Jonathan, Madeline, Alaina, Marcus, Stephanie, and Zack; great-grandchildren, Callahan, Oliver, and Josephine. Also survived by sister Doris O’Neill and many nieces and nephews.
Mary Ann and her siblings grew up in a loving household and remained close throughout their lives. Widowed too young, Mary Ann was fiercely independent and completely committed to her faith and her family. She loved sports, both as an athlete during high school and playing golf, volleyball and long-blade skating into her 80s. She delighted in her children’s and grandchildren’s activities. She loved to fish and spend time at her cabin. She enjoyed being a member of her parish card groups. She was a friend to many and was blessed with exceptional friends and neighbors. She was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Presentation of Mary Catholic Church,1725 Kennard St. N., Maplewood, with visitation starting at 9:30 am. Lunch will follow the service. Private Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date.
Memorials preferred to Presentation of Mary School.
Mary Ann's funeral will be live-streamed at facebook.com/PVBMChurch
