Mary Anne

Koetter

Mrs. Mary Anne Koetter (nee: Pape), of Wright City, MO, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021. She was born June 22, 1930 in Sandoval, IL, to the late, Elmer and Ruby (Nee: Conway) Pape. Mary Anne had reached the age of 91 years.

Mary Anne was united in marriage to Melvin J Koetter on March 18, 1950. They celebrated 70 wonderful years together before his passing earlier this year. To this union, four children were born. Mary Anne loved to sing. She sang at weddings, funerals and was also featured on a radio show. She enjoyed the outdoors very much, even if it was doing yard work around the house. Mary Anne had a special bond with her mother and what she loved more than anything was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Mary Ann Koetter was preceded in death by her loving husband, Melvin; three children, Cheryl Kramer, Marla Koetter and Mark Koetter; her parents, Elmer and Ruby Pape. Those who are grateful for having shared in Mary Anne's life are her son, Kevin Koetter and fiancée Dawn; four grandchildren, Nathan Kramer, Matthew Kramer, Dustin Koetter and Sabrina Koetter; great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.

A Celebration of Mary Ann's life will be held on Wednesday, September 1, 2021, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Martin Funeral Home in Warrenton, MO. Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net