Mary F. Bigelow, 97, of St. Marys, OH died Sunday January 29, 2017 at Celina Manor Nursing Home.

She was born April 1, 1919 in St. Marys, OH to Melvin and Harriet "Bessie" (Stearn) Rush. On November 5,1941, she married Harley Bigelow, who died in 1963.

Survivors include: son Roger Bigelow of Boulder, CO; 3 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by: parents Melvin and Harriet "Bessie" Rush; husband Harley Bigelow; son Jerry Bigelow.

She was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1938). She was a retired production employee from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in St. Marys.

Her favorite pastimes included traveling, fishing and gardening. Along with her special friends (Kim Coldiron, Nina Mabry and Dottie Daniels), she enjoyed many great times while thrift shopping, playing BINGO and dining out. Mary was also fond of animals - especially her dog, "Coco," who was always by her side.

"Heaven has received a wonderful woman!"

Rites for Mary Bigelow are scheduled to begin 3:00 p.m. Wednesday February 8, 2017 at Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West Chapel) in St. Marys.

Visitation is one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Condolences may be expressed to her family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net.