Mary Ellen Holida, 75, died July 16, 2013, ending her battle with Alzheimer’s disease, on to a new beautiful journey in heaven._x000D_
She was born December 28, 1936, to Fred and Helen Guse of Desmet, South Dakota. Mary married her soul mate Harold Holida on March 20, 1955. She enjoyed being a devoted housewife and loving mother of three, Dallas Holida, Darla Russell, and Dawn Morris. Her husband and her enjoyed square-dancing, playing organ, and spending time with her family and friends. Loved caring for others and many other self-less hobbies, church events, and most of all loving Jesus!_x000D_
Mary was greeted in heaven by her parents, Fred and Helen; her husband, Harold; and son Dallas. Mary is survived by two of her children, Darla Russell and Dawn Morris; brother, Robert Guse; and treasured gradchildren, Jon Eric Huber, Brandon Harris, Amanda Harris, Gabriella Morris, Savannah Morris, David Morris, Jacob Morris, and Sarah Morris._x000D_
A special thanks to all who helped care for Mary during her struggle, Neighborhood Assembly of God, Renaissance Senior Care, Rocky Mountain Hospice, and many dear family and friends. Mary will be missed, but each of us should look forward to seeing her soon!_x000D_
Mary will be laid to rest with her husband, Harold, at 11:00 am, Saturday, September 6, 2014 at Woodlawn Cemetery, 2001 South Cliff Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD._x000D_
Reception will follow at Faith Temple Church, 2121 West 33rd Street, Sioux Falls, SD
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Cyndy Weber says
Darla and Dawn,
Our sympathy to your family. Mary was a sweet lady, she helped out alot when our youngest son was born. She loved babies. I spent many hours with her when Chuck worked for Harold. Our prayers to all.
Chuck and Cyndy Weber
Marion, SD
Steph Schmidt says
Darla and Dawn,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your families.
Steph Schmidt
Karen Voeltz says
Remembering you mom and dad when they lived in canistota , brings back many memories of the farm center, gas station,etc. My brother ,gary johannsen worked for your dad for many years. your mom was so good to him. he is gone now ,too. Our sympathy to you Darla and Dawn . May she rest in peace!! Karl and Karen Johannsen Voeltz
Jan Janssen says
Darla and Dawn
Our sympathy to you girls and families. We loved both Mary and Harold. They were Dana’s godparents. I’m sorry we ended up so far apart but we will keep you in our prayers.
Love Jan and Darrel Janssen
Donna Merrill says
Dawn and Darla-What a beautiful photo of Mary. I have many special memories of our
childhood together and of your mom and dad. So sorry about your loss. She is a peace now. Her memory is restored and she is no longer suffering. I said a pray for all of you today. God Bless! Donna Merrill-Nelson
Susan Krank says
I remember all the good times we had together at the apt. complex they managed. My heart goes out to Darla and Dawn. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Krank (Korkow)
chuck and julie eide says
We am sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mother. We will never forget her kind heart and her contagious smile. God bless you Darla and Dawn!
Chuck and Julie Eide
Chuck and Julie Eide says
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mother. We will never forget her kind heart and her contagious smile. God bless you Darla and Dawn!
Chuck and Julie Eide
Julie Eide says
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mother. We will never forget her kind heart and contagious smile. May God bless you Darla and Dawn.
Chuck and Julie Eide
Chuck and Julie Eide says
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mother. We will never forget her kind heart and her contagious smile. God bless you Darla and Dawn!
Chuck and Julie Eide
Julie Eide says
Julie Eide
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mother. We will never forget her kind heart and contagious smile. May God bless you Darla and Dawn