Mary Ann Warr

Mary Ann Warr, 82, a serene and elegant lady, passed away at Ebeid Hospice on May 5, 2024. Her husband, Bob, was by her side. She had been diagnosed with cancer just days before. She was born on May 20, 1942, the eldest of 3 daughters to William Joseph and Olga Cassis. She was a graduate of Clay High School where she was a member of Y-Teens and Future Business Leaders of America. On May 11, 1968, she married Robert (Bob) Warr. They shared a pride and love of their Syrian and Lebanese heritage and were active in their church, St. George Orthodox Cathedral. Mary Ann always helped in the kitchen during their Summer Festival. Mary Ann started working at the Toledo Blade when she was 18. She retired after 35 years. When Bob graduated from the University of Toledo after 20 years, she had The Blade make a mockup of the front page to celebrate. While some people enjoy hobbies or play games, Mary Ann had Bob. She made sure that they exercised daily by walking at the mall. She made sure he took care of himself. He will miss her dearly. Bob and Mary Ann never missed a family function. They were at every wedding, graduation, or christening. Nieces and nephews will always remember the cards with stickers on the envelopes and money inside. Aunt Mary Ann always said, “put that away for college.” She will always be remembered for her love and kindness. Although she was a very private person, Mary Ann was always interested in the lives of her nieces and nephews and their families. She loved listening to their stories and laughing with them. Sometimes crises bring out the worst in people, but they brought out the best in Mary Ann. Her presence, her calmness and her support helped her family through many tough times. Under Mary Ann’s yearbook picture, it says, “She looks nice, she seems nice, she is nice.” We will miss her. Visitation for Mary Ann will be on Thursday, May 9, 2024, from 2-8pm at Ansberg-West Funeral Home, 3000 Sylvania Ave., Toledo, Ohio. The procession to Toledo Memorial Park, 6382 Monroe St, Sylvania, Ohio 43560, will begin at the funeral home on Friday, May 10, 2024, at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral, St. Jude Children's Hospital, Shriners Erie Hospital or the Ronald McDonald House.

Mary Ann Warr

May 20, 1942 - May 5, 2024