Mary Penn Downing 1885~1972
DOWNING, PENN
Posted By: Mary (email)
Date: 10/4/2008 at 10:56:22
Courtesy of the Ottumwa Courier April 16 1972
Mrs. Mary Downing 87, formerly of Ottumwa died Friday evening in Washington D.C.
She was born Feb. 3, 1885 in Wapello County; the daughter of Joseph and Mary Ruffing. She had lived in Ottumwa until 1942. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.
She was married to Thomas Henry Downing. He preceded her in death. She is survived by one sister; Mrs. Ed Ulmer of Ottumwa.She was also preceded in death by three brothers and one sister.
The graveside service will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery. The Rev. Thomas Stratman will officiate.
Friends may call today from 8 to 9 p.m. at Traul Funeral Home.
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