Mary Anne Thornton was born May 12, 1935, in Poplar, Montana. Mary Anne married Buddy Thornton on August 25, 1953, and they enjoyed 57 years together. Besides her husband, Mary Anne was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Mary Dolezilek, her brother James Dolezilek, and her daughter Julie Thornton. She is survived by her daughters, Marie (Woody) Liao, Nancy (Laura) Thornton, and Bonny (Ron) Liebel, and her son, Peter (Melissa) Thornton. She was grandmother to Hana, Heidi, Adam, Leo, Andrew and Michelle.
Mary Anne enjoyed traveling to visit her children throughout the United States, and especially enjoyed being with her grandchildren and delighting in their growth. Mary Anne was a longstanding member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. She also loved her cats, had an interest and appreciation for art, and had a newfound passion for computers.
As she aged, Mary Anne had support from her local community and friends. A special acknowledgment goes to her friend Myra Dupree, whose timely intervention saved Mary Anne’s life several years ago. In her final years, when living independently became a challenge, Mary Anne lived at the Faith Lutheran Home in Wolf Point, where she received outstanding medical care and compassion.
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Terry McAnally says
My condolences to Mary Anne’s family and friends.
Linda says
Mary was a wonderful beautiful lady. It was good to know her. Vaya con Dios my friend
Gina Bearfighter says
Prayers & condolences to Mary Anne’s family and friends. She once said I was the best tenant she ever had on B Street. Journey well Mary Ann
David & Chong Ae Boyd says
Mary, I remember the visits with you and Bud, when you came in for morning coffee. Also remember what you two told me, young don’t understand that marriage is for life, both during the good times and bad times. I remember the special thanks you gave our post for during Bud’s military rites. Mary you and Bud are together again, but this time for eternity.
Jerri lynn smoker says
Mary Ann was a very nice lady whom I had the privilege to get to know all over again after I retired. I remember Attending Girl Scout Brownie meetings at her home back in the sixties. 🥰 My condolences to the family. Nancy my classmate.
Michelle Trottier says
Prayers and Condolences to Mary Ann’s family.. she was a wonderful lady.. very kind.. I often worried about her after Bud died.. used to enjoy our chats at tribal express .. I know she is rejoicing in heaven with Bud and family ✝️