Prairie State Wire

Mary Louise Wolski, 91, originally from Grand Blanc, Michigan, passed away on May 27, 2025. She is survived by her sister Jane Mitchell, children Roland Wilkerson, Philip Liaboe, and Mary Jane Maharry, daughter-in-law Paula Wilkerson, daughter-in-law Lauren Liaboe, son-in-law Jeff Maharry, and grandchildren Joan Wilkerson, Heather Lino, Kim Liaboe, Melissa Liaboe, William Maharry, and Haley Maharry. Born to Louise and Spurgeon Buchanan in 1933, Mary grew up in Grand Blanc and attended Nazareth College in Kalamazoo, where she earned her RN certificate in 1953.

Along her career path, Mary worked in New York City, Denver, and St. Louis before returning to Flint, Michigan. At Mott Children’s Health Center and Hurley Hospital, she served as an RN before becoming Michigan’s first patient advocate, retiring in 1991. Mary valued enduring friendships, including one with Frankie Perry. Known for her ability to connect with others, Mary enjoyed discussing literature and movies, and exploring her artistic side with watercolors and poetry. A lover of laughter, fun, and early morning yoga, she found solace and inspiration in the works of Mary Oliver.

In memory of Mary L. Wolski, donations to the Hurley Foundation and Genesee Humane Society are appreciated. For floral arrangements or to plant Memorial Trees in her honor, visit the sympathy store.

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