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Mary Briggs Obituary
Louisville - Mary Frances Briggs 79 of Louisville, died peacefully Friday, November 15, 2019. She was a 1958 graduate of Mercy Academy. She was a homemaker, a devoted grandmother, great-grandmother and an active member of the Women's Auxiliary at VFW National Home Middletown Post 1170. She enjoyed playing cards, especially Texas Hold 'Em and spending time with friends and family.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James Briggs; mother and father, Willetta M. Age and William Francis Haendiges; mother and father-in-law, Willetta J. Briggs and James J. Briggs.
She is survived by her son Michael Briggs(Pam); three daughters, Michelle Stroud; Angie Frye(Chris); Leigh Ann Gutermuth(John); grandchildren, Meagan Underwood(Travis); Abbey Hogan(Michael); Julian Gutermuth and 5 great-grandchildren; sister Margie Cooper, many nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends.
Visitation 2-8 pm Tuesday November 19th at Bosse Funeral Home, 1355 Ellison Avenues
Funeral Mass; 10am Wednesday November 20th at St Margaret Mary Church 7813 Shelbyville Rd, with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery
Celebration of LIfe after burial 1-3pm at VFW Post 1170 Middletown on Evergreen Road
Expressions of sympathy to: VFW Post 1170 or Hosparus Health
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Steven Stack
November 19, 2019
Angie and Chris, condolences from our family to yours. We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother.
We will remember you in the coming weeks and months.
Angie Frye
November 19, 2019
Angie Frye
November 19, 2019
Angie Frye
November 19, 2019
Lori Weartz
November 19, 2019
Leigh Ann, we are so deeply sorry for your loss. The video of your mom was a beautiful attribute to such wonderful memories shared amongst your family. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. We love you!
Love,
Scott, Lori, and Cam Weartz
Tim Emrich
November 18, 2019
God's peace and love. So sorry for your loss.
Debbie and Dan Smith
November 17, 2019
Fran, you will always hold a special place in our memory and hearts. You were such a sweet woman and always with a quick wit .. we will never forget our fun times like our New Year's Eve breakfasts through the years as our families grew. You will surely be missed, but know you are in Jim's arms again and at peace. We wish all your family God's comfort and that He will uplift each of you through the difficult times ahead. Sending love and hugs to all. Debbie and Dan Smith
Jan & Ken Elliott
November 16, 2019
The light from her eyes and the warmth from her smile always made you feel happy to be with her. Fran, we love you and know that you are joyfully Home. Peace and much love to the Briggs family, Jan & Ken Elliott
Mendy Scherer
November 16, 2019
Praying for the family at this time of sorrow.
Joni and Greg Harrod
November 16, 2019
Frannie, You will missed by so many that loved You. We love you and you can smile again with Jim.
Susan Cummins-Boswell
November 16, 2019
Michelle - I have good memories of your Mom carting all of us over to the pool at the park. She was always so fun! Peace be with you!
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