Mary Root Zerby

December 28, 1945 - February 8, 2009

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Services:

 

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 13, 2009 at 10:00 AM in Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel with Fr. Jack Kennealy officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leoanrdtown, MD.

Visitation:

 

Viewing/Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2009 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where Prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.

 

Mary Agnes Root Zerby, 63, born December 28, 1945, resident of Lexington Park, MD died peacefully at her home on Sunday, February 8. Mary was born in Underhill, VT to Edna M. Root of Monkton, VT and the late Edward Root.  She has resided in many states as a Navy wife to retired, USN Master Chief Kermit R. Zerby. Mary has been a resident of Maryland for 34 years since 1974. Mary retired on July 31st, 2006 after 27 years and 4 months of dedicated service to the USN, DOD. During her career which began in March 21, 1979, she accepted a temporary position as a Telephone Operator in the Communications Department at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. On November 4, 1979, she converted to a Career Conditional Appointment in the Communications Department where she received several promotions. On November 19, 1989, she accepted a Management Analyst position and was again promoted in that position in 1990, 1991 and 1992. She was realigned to Comptroller in 1994 and reassigned to the Customer Support Branch for TACAIR Programs in 1995. In May 1997, she was promoted to a GS-343-12, Management and Program Analyst and in January 2004, she was promoted to GS-343-13, Management and Program Analyst, in support of the Program Analyst and Support Branch. She was a strong, positive and professional influence on her customers and team members. Mary, the oldest of five girls, leaves behind her husband Kermit R. Zerby of 42 years and her sisters and their families; Valerie Cantwell and her husband John of Springhill, FL and nephew John Cantwell Jr. and his wife Mehl and their children Jessica and Jason; Niece Kim Yana and her husband Kenny and their children Aaron and Adam, Niece Carrie and Tom and their daughter Miranda, Niece Angie and her son Mason, Sister Laura Yana of Burlington, VT and her son Jordan and daughter Rebekah, sister Bernice Mattison of Starksboro, VT and her daughter Daniele and son Gabriele, sister Cindy Root of Lexington Park, MD and Ann and their son Nicholas and daughter Morgan. Mary also leaves behind many beloved friends and family members, especially her twenty-seven God children. Mary was an active member of the Ladies of the Moose, Fleet Auxiliary, Holy Face Church and other charitable organizations. As a giving and talented woman, she will be missed. The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 12, 2009 from 5:00-8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 13, 2009 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley- Gardiner Funeral Home with Fr. Jack Kennealy officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Contributions may be made to the National Fibromyalgia Association, 2121 South Towne Center Plaza, Ste. 300, Anaheim, CA 92806.

Guestbook Signatures and Condolences

"Kermit, our sincere prayers and condolences to you and yours. Mary was one of my best friends throught both of our military careers with you and my husband Jim. Linda Rohlfing, Mike, Julie, James and Jacob Rohlfing"
- Linda Rohlfing
- Posted: Thursday, February 25, 2010

"Mary - what a tragic loss it has been to have you not involved in every part of our lives. We have lost a sister, a best friend and the motherly guidance we so desperately need and want. Nicholas and Morgan say their prayers every night wishing you would return and write notes for the angles to bring to you up in Heaven(heart breaking). Heaven is so lucky to have you there, but we sure are missing our Angel. You are missed more then words can ever say. Kermit - please remember we are always here for you. MISS you desperately aunt MEME"
- Ann and Cindy and Nicholas and Morgan and Pops Root Bolduc Family
- Posted: Tuesday, May 26, 2009

"Kermit, My sister, Brenda, just informed me of the passing of Mary. It has been so long since I've seen you, but I do recall the dynamic pair you and Mary made. Thinking of you."
- Sandy Zevby Niebel
- Posted: Sunday, February 22, 2009

"Those we love don't go away. They walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear. Kermit, May God hold you and comfort you through your grief. We loved Mary so much and she will be greatly missed! We love you and please know we are always here for you! ****Hugs***** Trac"
- Trac Laigle
- Posted: Tuesday, February 17, 2009

"Kermit and family; Mary was a special lady who will be missed by all. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
- Allen Glenn
- Posted: Tuesday, February 17, 2009

"Kermit, Our prayers are with you and your families at this time of grief. We knew Mary for many years and she will be missed by all. "
- Judy & Paul Penrod
- Posted: Tuesday, February 17, 2009

"Kermit, our deepest sympathy to you and your family upon the death of Mary. You all are in our thoughts and prayers."
- Mike and Sue McLuckie
- Posted: Monday, February 16, 2009

"We are so very sorry, Kermit. We will pray for you and your family."
- Tim and Jan Hockersmith
- Posted: Monday, February 16, 2009

"Kermit...We've been out of town for the past week. We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Judi and I will keep Mary, you and your family in our prayers."
- Roger and Judi Huot
- Posted: Sunday, February 15, 2009

"Kermit.. I very sorry for your loss. I know Mary was a great lady and I know your loss is felt by many people who knew Mary. I will keep you and Mary in my prayers."
- William O'Rourke
- Posted: Saturday, February 14, 2009

"Kermit and family, I was so saddened to learn of Mary's passing. She was a very classy lady with a sweet smile and kind heart. May the memories bring you peace and calm during this most difficult time. May God Bless you and keep you in his care."
- Carol (Keen) Ward
- Posted: Friday, February 13, 2009

"Our sympathies on a loss of a very special lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
- Kris & Tony Smith
- Posted: Friday, February 13, 2009

"Kermit - Very sorry to learn of your loss. You will be in my prayers."
- Dave Hicks
- Posted: Friday, February 13, 2009

"Kermit..May you know the peace and comfort, This heartfelt thought imparts. The ones we love are never gone. "
- Mike Morris
- Posted: Thursday, February 12, 2009

"Kermit, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Mary was a very special person and knowing her has made me a better person. I could always count on a beautiful smile and a kind word to make you feel better. We will all miss her but may you find strength in knowing that she has gone to a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you."
- Lucinda Rothwell
- Posted: Thursday, February 12, 2009

"Kermit, I am so sorry to learn of your wife's passing. You are in our prayers and thoughts. "
- Jeff & Gloria Wert
- Posted: Thursday, February 12, 2009

"Kermit Our prayers are with you and Mary's family. We will always remember the wonderful memories of the wonderful times at your house. You welcomed my family in 1977 and we kept in touch. I know that the pain and void in your heart is hurting today. Mary will always be there for you as a beautiful ANGEL. Always keep her merories alive each day as it helps ease the pain a little. I'll never forget Mary's beautiful smile and wonderful heart. "
- Deborah Nelson & Family
- Posted: Thursday, February 12, 2009

"Kermit and family: I was saddened to learn of the passing of your beloved Mary. Mary was "one" Special Lady and I will carry fond memories. You will always be in my prayers."
- Carol Reding
- Posted: Thursday, February 12, 2009

"Kermit and Family, We are so sorry to hear of this unexpected loss. Mary was such an incredible person and she will be greatly missed. "
- John & Laura Day
- Posted: Thursday, February 12, 2009

"Kermit, May it help in your time of sadness to know we are thinking of you and share your sorrow with deepest sympathy."
- Fran and Howard Braden
- Posted: Thursday, February 12, 2009

"Kermit & family; My heart aches for the loss of your beautiful Mary. She was an angel in life and we were blessed to know her. My prayers are with you and the family. "
- Ev Bast
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"Cindy and family, I was so shocked and saddend to hear of Mary's passing. I feel very blessed to have known such a special lady! My thoughts and prayers are with you all. "
- Margie Nelson
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"To Kermit and family, I am sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers and thoughts, go out to your family. "
- Mary Longfield (Unkle)
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"Kermit - Please know that we are saddened by your loss. Mary was a sweet and wonderful person who brought much joy to all. Our Prayers are with you, and our memories of you both will go on forever...God Bless and keep you safe."
- Ed and Beverly O'Connor
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary was a special and terrific lady and will be in our memories forever."
- Wayne and Carol Germann
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"Kermit..although miles kept us from having a close relationship with Mary, your visits to Centre County over the years have left memories of a warm, delightful peron. She was so very easy to talk with-- our hearts are heavy with sorrow for you. Please take care of yourself. Tom & Nancy Stoner"
- Tom Stoner
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"To Mary's Family...I am so sorry for your loss. Mary was a wonderful person. I will miss her. "
- Shelby Dooley
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"HANG ON TO THE MEMORIES , THEY ARE INVALUABLE AND WILL KEEP YOUR OLD .... GOING !!"
- TIM OCONNOR
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"We're thinking and praying for you all. Mary was a beautiful lady and will be missed dearly."
- John and Michelle Jordan
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"Uncle Kermit, I was shocked to hear the news of Aunt Mary passing. I have been thinking of her since our e-mail correspondence and recalling many memories of her.She was always so sweet when you came to our house each year for hunting season. Such a kind and caring person. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
- Judy (Zerby) Quick
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"Kermit, our hearts goes out to you and your family. God Bless. Robbie and Nellie Robertson"
- Robbie Robertson
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"Kermit, There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. Everybody who knew Mary is better for having had that privilege. You are in our prayers and thoughts."
- Don and Linda Hansen
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"Kermit...We're so sorry to hear of your loss. Our memories of Mary will always be of a very special lady. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Love,"
- Paul and Carol Sampsell
- Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009

"Kermit, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May GOD bless you and Mary's family during these hard times."
- Larry Sandwisch
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Our deepest condolences. Mary was certainly a spark of light and warmth for everyone who knew her. We send our hearfelt prayers and thoughts in your hour of sorrow. We know that the heavens will be brighter now that she has arrived. God Bless and give you strength to carry on."
- Bill & Rosa Stone
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

""Kermit....Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you and all of Mary's family. Dick and I will always remember the good times all of us had together at the CPO Club. She was such a special lady and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.""
- Dick and Jackie Solomon
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit, I worked with Mary for 7 years supporting the EA-6B Prowler Team. I will fondly remember Mary for her great sense of humor and her positive attitude. My prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time."
- Kelly Williams
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit old friend we are so very sorry for your loss, Mary was truly a SUPER Lady. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers."
- Jake and Sue Jacobs
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit and Family, please accept my sincere condolences on your loss of Mary. She was an outstanding lady and we will all miss her dearly."
- Jody Rickert
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit, we received the call about Mary from Cheryl and Booter and we in total shock. Al and I send you our deepest sympathy and warmest thoughts in this time of sorrow to you and Mary's family. We send you our Love."
- Al and Diane Sigler
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit and family: So very sorry to hear about Mary's passing. Please always know you will be in our thoughts and prayers. To all who knew Mary, we all have truly lost a best friend."
- Bill & Dorothy Fleury
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit, Roxanne and I are so sorry. There are no words that can express our sorrow. You and Mary will always be in our thoughts and prayers."
- William & Roxanne Edick
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know you will miss Mary, as we all will. She was one very classy lady. God Bless"
- Dick and Lavancia Chubb
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"I am very sorry to hear of your loss Kermit. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
- Brian Marshall
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit and family, we are very sad to hear of Mary's passing. Mary was very special and always such a joy to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time."
- Pat and Rick Merrill
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit, So sorry to hear about Mary. She was a wonderful person who will be missed by many. Our prayers will be with you."
- Bob & Carol Campbell
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit, We were so sorry to hear about Mary. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Larry and Bonnie"
- Larry and Bonnie Trader
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Uncle Kermit, I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Mary's passing, I was shocked and saddened, know that I am thinking of you and you are in my thoughts and prayers. "
- Christine (Edick) Davis
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit,you know how we feel,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
- Bernie and Liv Bernich
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"So sorry for you loss you are in our hearts and prayers. Love Mary Lou and Little Billy"
- Mary Lou and Billy Schrock
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit, You lost a true friend who will be missed by all who knew her. Please know, Mary and yourself will be in our prayers."
- Jack & Barb cicco
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Sorry about you loss of Mary. Wish we could be with you but will keep you in our prayers. Love Toy and Bill"
- Toy and Bill Fink
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

""Kermit, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time.""
- Robin & Dave Miller
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit and family.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary was a very special lady and we will remember her always. "
- Sandy & Pat Lyon
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit: Mary brought joy to all who knew her. My son and I will keep her in our hearts forever."
- George Walters
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit & Family: We extend our heartfelt condolence for your loss. May you find comfort knowing that she is in a better place where there is no pain or sadness. God bless you all.""
- Bob & Angie Mapes
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit and family: I remember when I first met Mary...we worked together supporting the A-6 Program Office and from that day forward Mary was my home girl from VT. She was my connection to home and I will always remember her with a smile. "
- Mark Audy living in Barre, VT
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"To Mary's Family: You are in my prayers. Mary's smile brought joy to all, and she will be missed."
- Chris Gillin
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Mary was a dear lady who will be missed by all who had the great fortune of crossing her path."
- Bob Boyer
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"I did not know Mary very well, but I know she has many friends that loved her. They will miss her and that beauitful smile. Blessing to your family."
- Susan Pulliam
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Heaven has gained a very special angel and we have lost a wonderful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family"
- Barb & Ken Stanley
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit, Mary was a sweet and lovable lady. She will be missed by all who had the honor to know her."
- Rick Cahn
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Kermit, my deepest sympathy to you in your time of grief. I know you will miss Mary terribly as will all her family and friends. She will always be remembered with a smile on her face and a kind word to everyone she met."
- Linda Caldwell
- Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

"Received the call from Isabelle about your loss of which we were shocked and saddened by the news. Our hearts go out to you. Barb and Toby"
- Duane and Barb Tobias
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009

"So sorry to hear of Marys death . I had a lovely visit with her at the Grange Fair . She was a kind person . In deepest sympathy"
- Fred and Pauline Zerby
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009

"Kermit and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Mary will be missed by so many. Her beautiful smile and upbeat attitude was always a blessing to me. You all are in my thoughts and prayers."
- Chris Guy
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009

"Dear Kermit, It is with the greatest of sorrows that I write this. My prayers go to you and Mary's entire family. Always smiling, alway ready for a good laugh, and always willing to help with any project. This is how I will remember Mary. God Bless."
- Claire Ann Ketcham
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009

"Kermit...I was so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. My heart goes out to you and the family, Mary was an incredible person and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. We were all blessed to have had her in our lives. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
- Debbie Silcox
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009

"To all that knew her, she was a very special person. She touched so many lives with her special caring and friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with all at this sad time."
- Terry & Sandy Heineman
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009

"Kermit and family: Mary was a special lady who was loved by all who met her. I value her friendship. "
- Barbara Macneil
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009

"Cindy I was so sorry to here about the loss of your sister. Please know I will keep you and Anne in my thoughts and prayers."
- Crystal Hill
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009

"Kermit..My heart aches for you and Mary's family. Please know you are in my prayers and thoughts."
- Barbara Ostrander
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009

"Kermit, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary was a remarkable woman and we will remember her fondly. "
- Len and Kathy Amos
- Posted: Monday, February 9, 2009