Franklin - Mary Martin Shroyer, 91, died on January 22, 2025.  Mary was predeceased by her husband, Norman C. Shroyer.  She was born November 25, 1933 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Clynt Allen Martin and Anna Stoner Martin, and lived over 54 years in Franklin, Virginia.  Mary is survived by her daughter, Susan Muller (Peter) of Blairsville, GA; son, Michael (Leslie) of Virginia Beach, VA; grandchildren Amy Shroyer Lightbourn (James) of Norwalk, CT; Lauren Ulich (Austin) of Greenville SC; Sam Muller (Megan) of Greenville, SC; Aaron Shroyer of Washington, D.C.; and three great-grandchildren: Landon, Linnea, and Lyle Lightbourn of Norwalk, CT.

Mary started her career as a kindergarten teacher but then focused her attention on the family after her children arrived.  She volunteered for many organizations over the years including East Pavilion, the Hospital Auxiliary, and the Zuni school. Mary loved her bridge and book clubs, where other members often commented about her great sense of humor.   Mary and Norm both relished their core group of friends in their "Friday Night Group" and the weekly social gatherings.  Mary and Norm also traveled around the world after Norm's retirement; she was always ready for a travel adventure.

Over the last few years, Mary fought dementia with the same grace, kindness, and sense of humor she exhibited her whole life.  When told that her oldest grandson had just taken his first steps while pushing a toy wagon, she quipped, "he should come here to the Village: everyone here has a walker."

The family would like to thank the staff at the Village at Woods Edge, and especially Lisa Turner, who gave her love, care, and support at a difficult time.  In lieu of flowers, the family would request that donations be made to The Village at Woods Edge in Franklin VA.  No service is planned at this time.

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