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1980
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2023
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Mary Essman Obituary
Mary L. Essman, 42, of Findlay, passed away Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023, at her home.
She was born Jan. 8, 1980, in Fostoria, to Dwayne and Marsha (Bauman) Graves Sr. She married Justin Essman and they later divorced.
She is survived by her mother, Marsha Granath of Findlay; daughter, Madison Essman of Findlay; boyfriend, Dan Hathaway of Findlay; and brother, Dwayne (Melissa) Graves Jr. of Findlay.
She was preceded in death by her father, Dwayne Graves Sr.
Mary worked at Hanon Systems in Carey and attended Fostoria High School and First Lutheran Church, Findlay.
Mary's memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at First Lutheran Church, Findlay, with Pastor Chris Dittmar officiating. Burial will be at Fountain Cemetery, Fostoria, at a later date.
Memorials can be made to American Diabetes Association.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hffh.net.
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Amy Sleasman
January 13, 2023
I am so sorry to see this. I worked with Mary at NISSIN, she was a very kind person. My deepest sympathies.
Cheryl Dillinger
January 12, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about this Marion I work together at rookie she was a wonderful friend had a wonderful family and she will be missed My condolences to you then and her daughter Madison
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Harrold-Floriana Funeral Home - Fostoria301 West Tiffin Street, Fostoria, OH 44830
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