Mary Louise Kress
June 23, 1937 ~ September 5, 2024
Mary Louise Kress (née McIntosh) passed away peacefully on September 5, 2024, in Gainesville, Florida at the age of 87. Born on June 23, 1937, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Mary Lou moved from her home state in 1977 to follow her husband's career. She went on to live in Tampa (FL), Grosse Pointe Woods (MI), and Atlanta (GA) before moving back to Florida and settling in Gainesville. There she became an avid gardener and a passionate Florida Gator fan. Mary Lou was a cherished member of her community who formed friends quickly with her bright smile and easy laugh.
Mary Lou was a loving mother and grandmother, a devoted sister to her ten siblings, and a wonderful friend who touched the lives of many. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Arno Kress, and grandson, Tyson Amos. She will be lovingly remembered by her surviving family, including her daughter, Eileen Amos, son-in-law Vance Amos, granddaughter Gabrielle Amos, and grandson Reese Amos; and daughter Anne Kress, son-in-law Ned Davis, granddaughter Harper Davis, and grandson Penn Davis.
A devout parishioner, Mary Lou worshipped at Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Gainesville, FL. Her faith and commitment to her church community were profound and sustained her throughout her life.
Mary Lou's family invites those who knew her to join in celebrating her life and the many memories they shared together.
Crevasse's Simple Cremation is honored to serve the Kress family.
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Heartfelt sympathy to 2 beautiful, loving daughters Anne and Eileen, 2 caring son-in-laws Ned and Vance,and all of her loved Grandchildren Gaby, Ty, Reese, Harper and Penn.
Love, Jean and Rory
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your mother Mary Louise. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and we hope you find peace in the memories Mary Lou has left behind. May she rest in peace.
Sending My Sincere Condolences To The Family
As you remember the love,
As you mourn the loss,
May you also celebrate the life.
May Mary Lou Rest In Peace
May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Her
Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of beautiful memories. I am so grateful to have known you Mary Lou even though our time together was short. You will not be forgotten. Rest peacefully now with Mary our Mother and the Angels.
Deepest sympathy to a wonderful cousin and her family. Many wonderful memorizes growing up. She and Arno were with Barb and I the night we announced our engagement. We partied till the sun came up. Well almost that long. With Arno all nights seemed long. I’m sure she is celebrating with her family and friends
I just saw this obituary for MaryLou on Google / I had not known she had passed last Sept. I extend my deepest condolences to all the Family. Marylou & Arno were dear friends of mine during the Atlanta era & she & I shared Xmas cards & FB contact years afterwards … I will miss her with you
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