Mary Margaret Pettyjohn, aged 93, passed away on December 12, 2024, in West Richland, Washington. Born on April 11, 1931, in International Falls, Minnesota, she was a devoted matriarch and a cherished member of her community.

Mary’s life was marked by her dedication to her family and her career. She married T.J. Pettyjohn on February 27, 1954, and together they navigated the joys and challenges of life until his passing in April of 1997. A loving mother and grandmother, Mary is survived by her brothers John (Sue) Mahoney, Guy Mahoney, and Pat (Claire) Mahoney; sisters Kathy Claphan and Eileen Logman; sister-in-law Nicole Mahoney; her children Lisa Becker, Marie Pettyjohn, Joe Pettyjohn, Karen Pettyjohn, and Mike (Peppi) Pettyjohn; along with 9 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

Professionally, Mary was a licensed practical nurse who provided compassionate care in the newborn nursery at both the old and new Kadlec Hospitals. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond her family as she cared for many newborns in the community. After her nursing career, she worked at the U.S. Post Office in Pasco, Washington, until her retirement following a victorious battle against cancer.

Mary was also an accomplished stained-glass artist. Her creative works, including lamp shades, Christmas ornaments, and pictures, were well-known in the local art community. She was actively involved with Beaux Art and Allied Arts, and her pieces were featured in shops in Richland and Prosser.

Preceded in death by her parents Jennie and Floyd Mahoney, her brother and sister-in-law James and Huguette Mahoney, brother William Mahoney, sister-in-law Rosemary Mahoney, and her beloved husband T.J. Pettyjohn, Mary’s legacy of love, resilience, and creativity will live on through her family and all who knew her.