Age 80 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her children, on December 30th. Preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Evelyn Griffin; siblings, Dorothy, William and Colette. Mary was raised in Sheildsville, MN and was a long term resident of Lake Elmo, MN. She graduated from Bethlehem Academy and began her lifelong career as a nurse in St. Paul. Survived by her children, David (Gretchen), Michael, John (Debbie) Lechner, Joan Marie (Rick) Wormer; brothers, John and Paul Griffin. Mary loved spending time with her 8 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, her nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends. The Family wishes to Thank the caring Medical Staff at Regions Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial 12 Noon Saturday, January 5th at St. Patrick’s Church in Inver Grove Heights with visitation 2 hours prior to Mass. Lunch will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Bethlehem Academy.