Mary Lou Wagner
April 24, 1928 ~ May 29, 2023
Mary Lou Wagner age 95, a resident of the Mt. Liberty Community in Philippi, West Virginia passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023 after a long, happy, well-lived life.
May Lou was born on April 24, 1928 to the late Jerome and Dana Stalnaker. After graduating from Belington High School in 1945 she married the love of her life, Russell Wagner who preceded her in death on January 24, 1999.
Surviving are her eldest son, Danny Wagner and wife Joyce of Philippi, daughter Twila Smith of Philippi, daughter Frances Wagner of Philippi; daughter in law, Lori Wagner; her grandchildren: Jessica Salfia and husband Mark; Jonathan Maunz; Katie Cox; Cody Wagner; Vinny Greco and wife Chelsea; Anyssa Greco and husband Rob; Sam Wagner; and Andrew Wagner; and her great-grandchildren: Brady Wagner; Addison, Jayce, and Dominic Salfia; Braxton and Bella Cox; and Nova Smitherman
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Rosemary Wagner; her sons, Phillip Wagner and Jerry Del Wagner; her brother, Leland Stalnaker; her sister, Helen Griffith; and her sister, Dora Lea Beckner.
Mary Lou worked and retired from G.C. Murphy’s Department Store. She was an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and was a long-time member of the Barbour Church of Christ.
Mary Lou loved nothing more than being with her family and being surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She loved to travel, work puzzles and make crafts, and found great joy in watching her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren competing in sports or performing in plays. In her later years she was always on the go with her friend and sister-in-law, the late Ruby Wagner, attending Red Hat Society meetings or participating in community service. She loved to have fun, had a keen sense of adventure, was an unbeatable Rook player, and her smile lit up a room.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and on-site Crematory 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Wednesday May 31, from 6-8 pm and on Thursday June 1, from 10 am- 1 pm. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm with Pastor Stan Jenkins and Speaker Danny Wagner officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Liberty Cemetery.
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She was a wonderful lady.
So sorry to hear of Mary Lou’s passing. She was a wonderful servant of God and her smile lit up the room! Love, hugs, and prayers for the family. Fly high with the angels Mary Lou!!!
In memory of Mary Lou Wagner, Christine Thomas lit a candle
Dear Twila Danny and Francis.
Gene and I are remembering Marylou and her beautiful smile and always a friendly welcome whenever and wherever she saw us. We are so very sorry for your loss. It’s always hard to say goodbye to a Mother. It is especially hard to when she was so good and loving as Marylou was. We are rejoicing that she was prepared to go to her eternal home . We will all be united when that day comes. Our love thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Naomi and Gene Carr
WE are very sorry for your loss. Youe grandmother was such a joy to be around and was always the kindest person. Thinking of you and the family. –Yvonne, Chloe and Rex Jenkins
Fran, Danny, Twila, and family:
You all were so blessed to have Mary Lou in your life. No one could help but love and adore her. May the peace of God be with you and your family and all those Mary Lou touched throughout this life. May she and Russell enjoy everlasting joy in the company of each other.
My condolences to the Wagner family. May your wonderful memories of your mother help sustain you through this most difficult time. Jennie R. Dilly
In memory of Mary Lou Wagner, Sandie Biagi-Cross lit a candle
Danny and Joyce, Robert and I are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
To the family of one of the sweetest relative and lady I have ever known. She was always very special to me and my mother her aunt by marriage Mildred Bartlett. She, her sister in law my mom’s niece Ruby Wagner and mom had such wonderful times together. I called them the 3 Musketeers. My children Regina Beto and Chad Pigott loved her and talked about her often. They were heart broken when I told them the sad story that she had gone to her heavenly home. She was special. Always smiling. God comfort all of you. We love you Bill and Loverine(cousin).
The Barbour County Chamber of Commerce remembers Mary Lou with fondness, as well as her husband Russell and daughter Twila.. We regret your loss.
Very sorry to hear about Mary Lou’s passing. Thinking of you all. Kevin
Rover, I am so very sorry for your loss. I don’t know what you’re going through but I know what I went through. The pain never goes away that’s where our memories come in play for us. We do learn to live with it. I’m around if you ever need anything!!
A long ago worker for you!!
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. I have known Mary Lou since the earl 1950′ s. Every time I saw her she made me feel so good because of her upbeat attitude. I know she will be missed by a lot of people because of the way she treated all the people she came in contact with. I know I will miss her and am saying prayers for all her family.