Mary Louise Stewart

Mary L. Stewart, age 89, of Lynden, Washington, passed away on November 5, 2026, at Whatcom Hospice House in Bellingham, Washington.

Mary was born March 3, 1937, in Olney, Illinois, to Alva and Edna Brooks. She was the youngest of 12 children.

She was raised in Olney and graduated from East Richland High School in 1955.

Mary spent most of her working career as a secretary. She particularly enjoyed working as a fine jewelry sales associate for several years before retiring.

Mary enjoyed cooking, baking, and going for car rides with her son on the weekends while enjoying coffee from Woods Coffee. She attended Grace Baptist Fellowship in Lynden, and when attendance became difficult, she continued to enjoy the Sunday sermons online at home.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John; infant daughter, Susie; infant twin sons, Larry and Garry; six brothers; and five sisters.

She is survived by her son, Greg, of Lynden, Washington; granddaughter, Chelsey, of Portland, Oregon; and many nieces and nephews.

Her son would like to extend his gratitude and appreciation to the staff of Whatcom Hospice House for the compassionate care they provided in her final days.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.