Mary E. Kirschner, 91, of Hyde Park, passed away on August 30, 2023 peacefully in her sleep surrounded by the people that loved her most.

Mary was born on Oct 12, 1931 to Lilian Stickle and Herman Connors at their home on Bircher Avenue in Poughkeepsie. She was one of eleven children.

In the 1950's she met Edward G. Kirschner. They were married on February 27th 1955, Mary and Ed went on to have 4 children, Jim, Tom, Nancy & Charlie.

Mary was a very active member of the Hyde Park community for many years. She was a longtime member of the Methodist Church of Hyde Park. She was also a member was the Elks Club, the Ladies Auxiliary, and volunteered at the HPUMC Thrift Store. For many years she worked at Regina Coeli School as a lunch aide and recess monitor.

Mary had a big, beautiful personality. Most people will remember her for her big heart, her love of cardinals, her kind words, and her love for singing and dancing. Her infectious smile and laughter could light up a room.

Mary was predeceased by her husband Edward and her son Tom.

She is survived by her three children, Jimmy and wife Georgia, grandchildren; Sarah, Hunter, and wife Lucy; Thomas Kirschner Jr, great granddaughter Jessica Kirschner and companion Terry; great great grandson Nathan; daughter, Nancy Elwell and companion John; granddaughter Nickcole Elwell, great granddaughter Alyssa, Rebecca Baxter and husband Raymond, great granddaughters Amelia and Olivia, great granddaughter, Samantha Elwell; son Charlie (The Golden Child) Kirscher, and companion Patty, granddaughter Felicia and husband Ben.

In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place.

Memorial calling hours will take place from 5 to 9pm on Tuesday September 5th at Sweet's Funeral Home, 4365 Albany Post Rd. Hyde Park, NY 12538.

A memorial service will take place at 7:30 during the calling hours by Rev. Kent Jackson.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to, Hyde Park United Methodist Church, 1 Church Street, Hyde Park, NY 12538.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home.

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