Mary Jane Harper
June 11, 2018
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Mary Jane Harper died peacefully on Monday, June 11, 2018 in Des Moines with her family at her side. Mary Jane was born in 1938 in Chanute, Kansas and was the youngest daughter of Lucy and John Muecke. She and her husband, Robert Eugene Harper, settled in Des Moines in 1965.
Mary Jane was a graduate of Mt. Carmel School of Nursing in Pittsburg, Kansas. She practiced as a registered nurse and later as a nurse consultant. She retired from Wellmark BCBS of Iowa. Later, she served in Pastoral Care for Christ the King Catholic Church in Des Moines.
Mary Jane and her husband had four boys. Their happy home was filled with family activities such as scouting, sports, and music. Mary Jane enjoyed the annual family reunions, book club, Altar and Rosary Society, card club, and being around her many loving friends.
Mary Jane was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings; Betty Jean and John. She is survived by her sons, Michael, Robert Jr., Patrick (Janet), and Gregory (Catherine); sister, Joann; grandchildren, Patricia, Brett, Madison, Brady, Benton, and Madeline; and great-grandchildren, Stanley and Mae.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 15, 2018 at 11 am at Christ the King Catholic Church. There will be a visitation an hour prior and a luncheon to follow.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Christ the King Foundation.
Online condolences can be made at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.
Elaine Strack Cramer
06/14/2018
Mary Jane & I were very good friends throughout high school.
She was such a wonderful person and friend. We have kept in touch with Christmas cards all these years. Sending my prayers to all of her family.
Deb Caldbeck
06/14/2018
I am sorry I will not be able to attend the funeral or visitation for MaryJane. I met Mike clear back in the 60s, when we both attended CCD classes at Christ the King. I really got to know MaryJane over the past 29 years. After dad's passing, she really was a help to my mother, as she brought the Eucharist to Joan and Anna, gave them little gifts, and socialized with them. Later, MaryJane helped mom make her own transition. I know mom, Garry, Debbie and I appreciated these kindnesses more than you'll ever know. MaryJane would occasionally give me gifts to help me out as a blind person. She also didn't hesitate to transport me and my dog. MaryJane was a beautiful person. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.
Clemons Family
06/14/2018
We don't remember life without Mary Jane living across the street she was THE BEST NEIGHBOR EVER!!! Mary Jane was not only our neighbor but she was OUR NURSE many times we would run across the street and grad her in times of need & she was ALWAYS there for our family, we will miss you so very much!!!
Shonnae
06/13/2018
Mary Jane, was rare gem . you were the greatest neighbor of 20+ years . missing you already. Thoughts and prays to family and friends.
Jeanne Rich Nehman
06/13/2018
Mary Jane was such a wonderful, humble, kind lady. I enjoyed the talks we had over the years and loved her very much. I am so sorry that you lost her too soon. We will miss her and pray for strength and peace for your family. I know that she loved our Lord and that she is now with Him for eternity.
Jeanne & Rick Nehman
Judy Terwilliger
06/13/2018
Pat and family
So very sorry for the loss of your mom. What a wonderful lady. So glad I was able to get to know her. You are in our thoughts and prayers.