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Mary Clayre Ortmann, 94
May 08, 2022
Mary Clayre Ortmann, 94, of Columbia, passed away at St. Anne’s Retirement Community on Sunday, May 8, 2022.
She was the wife of the late Werner Ortmann who passed away in 2017. Born in Scranton, she was the son of the late William C. and Catherine M. Gallagher Boland.
She had been a homemaker, consultant/facilitator/partner for Ortmann’s Pharmacy, worked several years for both Rea and Derrick Drug Stores and American Greetings Company, and was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Lancaster County Pharmacists Assn.
For her grandchildren, Nana’s was ground zero for shenanigans, songs, ghost stories, card games, puzzles, cookie baking, and history lessons. For her children, Mom was simply the best of us.
Mary Clayre was a long-time member of St. Philip The Apostle Catholic Church.
She is survived by her children: Kristeen Ortmann of Colorado, Paul J. “PJ” married to Susan Ortmann of Landisville, Coleen married to Robert Kayden of Conestoga, Mary Ellen married to James Inman of Forest, VA, and Julie Waltman of Mount Pleasant, SC; her 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brothers: J. Donald, William F., Earl E., and Leo J. Boland and her sister, Kathleen Sloss.
Friends will be received by Mary Clayre’s family on Friday, May 13, 2022 from 10-11AM at St. Philip The Apostle Catholic Church, 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17603, with the Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11AM. Interment will be private at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in her memory to St. Annes Retirement Community Benevolent Fund, 3952 Columbia Ave., Columbia, PA 17512, or to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.
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Condolences to the Family
May 14, 2022
To Coleen & Family, It is with great sadness that I send my condolencens. A lifetime well lived and you are so fortunate to have had your Mother for so long. I remember her fondly from your playing days at PM. May your memories bring your peace and confort as you move forward. Julie Spangler, Penn Manor
May 12, 2022
Kris, PJ, Leenie, Mary Ellen & Julie – to my “next door” family growing up. It was a wonderful time with many exciting adventures & I have never forgotten how gracious & kind your Mother was to me and my family. Losing a mother is never easy and it is especially hard when you have a great one. My prayers & thoughts are with you at this difficulty time. Love you all.
May 12, 2022
To the whole Ortmann clan, may your memories of your mother and grandmother bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. She was a classy lady, a good neighbor and always ready for a cup of tea and conversation. I know you all will miss her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
May 12, 2022
Colleen, Bobby and family, We are so sorry the hear about your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family 🙏❤️Barb and Mike
May 12, 2022
SORRY TO SEE ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR MOTHER THIS IS SUE KLINE WIKE 1973 GRADUATED WITH COLEEN
May 11, 2022
There is nothing more painful than losing a person you love. Words can’t mend your heartache. Aunt Mary Clayre gave all of us memories too beautiful to forget. Even though she isn’t with us anylonger, her memories are right in our hearts to always visit. I appreciate so much how our parents were always getting together. My childhood memories are filled with hearing the laughter around the kitchen table – they sure knew how to have fun and enjoyed being together. Oh the stories they would tell! I can just imagine the homecoming your mom had as she enter heaven!! We were all Blessed to have her in our lives!
Suzanne & Bob Dale
May 11, 2022
Sending love and condolences to the Ortmann family on the passing of their beloved mother. May you find peace in warm memories.
Melissa Byers
May 11, 2022
Coleen,Bob and family – I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a very special lady full of life and love and I am glad I had the opportunity to know her. Treasure your happy memories of her. She is now resting in peace. Prayers and thoughts are with you as I know you are missing her. The Epples
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- Friday, May 13, 2022
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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- 2111 Millersville Pike
- Lancaster, PA 17603
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