BIGGS, Calif. – MaryEllen Severance, 78, formerly of East Millinocket, went home to heaven May 4, 2013. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved her family and Jesus. She was born Jan. 17, 1935, in Bangor, to George and Mabel Sheehan.
She married Durward “Dan” Severance, Nov. 8, 1952, and they made their home in East Millinocket. After moving to Biggs, Calif., in early 1996, MaryEllen quickly grew in her Christian faith while attending Calvary Chapel of Gridley, and became a teacher and mentor to young girls in the after-school program. She taught them how to sew, quilt and craft. She was always an avid reader and loved reading her Bible, and enjoyed her Wednesday morning Bible study group.
MaryEllen is survived by her husband of 60 years, Dan; and six children, Patricia and husband, William Hoerner, Charles Severance, Craig and wife, Marie Severance, BethEllen and Donald Elbert, Martha Rickaby, and Monica and Phil Sloan. She has 16 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by three siblings, Charles and wife, Mary Sheehan, George “Flicka” and wife, Dianne Sheehan, and Janice and husband, Gordon Parker. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Mabel Sheehan; daughter, Nadia Jean Severance; and grandson, William Patrick Hoerner. Her favorite Bible verse: “Your Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.” – Psalm 119:105
At MaryEllen’s request, no services will be held.
MaryEllen Severance
