Mary Van Veghel, 90, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2017 in Midland, TX. Mary was born on March 7, 1927 to Johanna and Joseph Mollen in Appleton, WI . Mary grew up in Little Chute, WI and was a graduate of St. John High school. She received a business degree from Oshkosh Business College and was employed at the Pulp and Paper Manufacturer’s association in Appleton, WI for several years before moving to New Mexico. In New Mexico, Mary served as an executive administrator for the school system. Mary loved to socialize with her friends and her family. She loved to travel and would join in trips with her children whenever she could. Mary also loved to read, sew, bake and do crafts and was always found baking, sewing or making something for someone in her family or one of her friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hendricus Van Veghel.Mary will be sadly missed by her children, Tom Van Veghel (Voni), Suzanne Richins (AD), Chris Van Veghel, Nancy White (Danny), Rebecca Wirtz (Marc); her grandchildren, Monte Van Veghel, Ivy Richins, AD Richins, Savanah Marx, Cerissa Newton and several great grandchildren.In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be donated to the Village at Manor Park, 2208 N. Loop 250 W, Midland, TX, 79707.Memorial services and a celebration of life will be held on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 10:00 am at The Parks Faudree Family Chapel at Manor Park.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory in Midland. Online condolences can be made to www.npwelch.com.,
