Mary Jean was born to Glen and Beryl (Kenyon) McCune on July 12, 1921 in Missouri Valley, Iowa and was a 1939 graduate of Fremont High School. In September of 1940 she married Frank Long at Saint Patrick's Church in Fremont. Mary Jean and Frank had 5 children, sons Larry (Brenda) of Holiday, Fl.; Jim (Wendy) of Gillette, WY; John of Beijing, China; Chuck (Lori) of Gretna; daughter Cheryl (Richard Brickell) of Fremont. With Frank's passing in 1972, Mary Jean remarried to Edward (Gene) Cotter in September 1973 and moved to Corning, Iowa. Gene had 2 children, Jane of Fulton, IL; and Jim of Vail, CO. In 1987, Mary Jean moved to Sun City, AZ to spend several years with her brothers and sisters, and special friend Lee Paul.
Mary Jean is also survived by brothers Bob of Henderson, NV, Bill of Sun City, AZ, and Jim of Omaha and sisters Barb of Omaha and Pat of Richardson, TX. She has also been blessed with 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren.
Mary Jean is a lifelong member of the Catholic Daughters of America and the American Legion Auxiliary. Donations can be made in her name to the charity of your choice. A heartfelt "thank you" to the staff at Silver Ridge Assisted Living in Gretna and Odyssey Hospice Health Care of Fremont for their special care and attention to our mother during this time.
A luncheon will be held after the funeral services in the Delaney Fellowship Hall inside Saint Patrick's Church in Fremont. Graveside services will be held in Corning, Iowa in Calvary Cemetery following the luncheon.
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Condolences(9)
Kenyon McCune
Tallahassee, Fl Friday, March 25, 2011 I was so sorry to hear about Aunt MaryJean's passing. I know she was very special to my parents and I wish I had gotten to know her better. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. God Bless, Kenyon McCuneJeffrey Cook
Gladstone, MO Friday, March 25, 2011 Chuck and Family, Words can't describe my heartfelt sorrow for all of you. Your Mother was one of the kindest women I have ever had the pleasure to know. Please know that I will never forget her loving heart and caring demeanor. She was very special to me, and I praise God that you, your Mom and your family came into my life in 1973. God Bless You, and may he wrap his tender loving arms around all of you. Jeff Cook CHS Class of 1976Patty Law Wilson
Perry, ok Thursday, March 24, 2011 To Mary Jean's Family: What a wonderful relative she was. Always gracious and sweet. Sorry I won't be there for her services. Bless you all, PattyPatty Law Wilson
Perry, ok Thursday, March 24, 2011 To Mary Jean's Family: What a wonderful relative she was. Always gracious and sweet. Sorry I won't be there for her services. Bless you all, PattyLarry L. Long and Brenda LaPointe
Holiday,, FL Thursday, March 24, 2011 I love you mom and wish you a loving and peaceful new journey. May God bless you and keep you in His loving grace. I'm sorry we could not be in Fremont with the family at this time.Robert and Susan McCune
Henderson, NV Wednesday, March 23, 2011 May eternal light shine on our sister, Mary Jean. We ask the Lord to give her contentment and freedom from all pain and distress. We hope you will welcome her home to happiness and everlasting peace.Ron and Phyllis Brunken
Omaha, NE Wednesday, March 23, 2011 St. Paul said, "I'm going to be with Christ, which is better by far." Knowing that Mary Jean is with Christ may help to lessen your sorrow. Ron and PhyllisBill and Barb McCune
Sun City, AZ Tuesday, March 22, 2011 We're thinking about you. Wish we could be in Fremont. Love you all.Barbara Langin
Omaha, Ne Tuesday, March 22, 2011 I am thinking of you and you know I would be there if I could. My prayers are with you love each of you. I will talk to you upon my return I loved my sister very much and I will miss her. love Aunt Barbara