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Hartford, SD
December 15, 2022
Mary Ann Davidson, Hartford, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on December 15, while in hospice care in Sioux Falls. She was 74.
Mary was born on March 22, 1948 in Lansing, MI to Rev. Ervin C. and Linda (Heikkinen) Basler. She moved with her family to Chadron, NE, Longmont, CO and finally to Columbus, NE, where she graduated from high school in 1966. After high school she attended Sioux Falls College in Sioux Falls and graduated with a teaching degree. She married Eddy R. Davidson on December 18, 1976 in Sioux Falls.
Mary taught for 42 years and enjoyed working with children and families throughout the years. She was passionate about that work and could be caught singing songs about dinosaurs, coming up with project for Ed to make for her classroom or looking around in teaching stores across the country while on vacation. Mary also enjoyed shopping, especially when it involved spoiling her grandchildren. Another interest of Mary’s was traveling with her family. The Great Lakes, mountains and oceans were some of her favorite places.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents; an infant brother; sister Ruth McNeil; brother James Basler. Survivors include her husband, Ed; daughter, Michelle Nelson (Matthew), Sioux Falls; son Dr. Theo Davidson (Katie) of Brandon; six grandchildren, Madison Nelson, Cohen Nelson, Benton Nelson, Marisa Davidson, Elyon Davidson and Eden Davidson; sister, Linda Behlen (Myron) of Columbus, NE; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held Monday, December 19, at Brandon Valley Assembly of God Church, Brandon. The family was present to greet friends Sunday afternoon at Miller Funeral Home, Sioux Falls. The service was live streamed from the church. Please revisit Miller Funeral Home site for the live link.
Funeral services were provided by Miller Funeral Home.