Mary Ann Elder

Mary helped establish the Animal X-Ray Research Laboratory at the U of M Medical School.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years, Alfred “Al” Elder; children, Kevin Elder, Catherine (David) Meyers, Susan Elder, Teresa (Nathan) Elder Lilly and John (Judy) Elder; grandchildren, Wyatt and Luke Lilly, Matthew Elder, Amanda Paquin and Michael Elder; nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends.

Preceded in death by her parents, Sarah and Julius Schemmel; sisters, Betty Kleffman, Penny Edlin and Patricia McLeod; twin brother, Louis Schemmel.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Mary’s honor are deeply appreciated to the Catholic Community Foundation; 2610 University Ave. W., #500, St. Paul, MN  55114 or to the donor’s preference.