Mary Ann Nowatzek, Klein, Chidley, Iszler

Mary Ann Iszler, 61, a resident of Sedro Woolley, passed away on September 17, 2005 at her home. She was born April 25, 1944 in Jamestown North Dakota, the daughter of Adolph & Blanche Nowatzek. She was raised and attended school in Jamestown, North Dakota, where she graduated from Jamestown Senior High School in 1962. She attended Devils Lake Jr. College where she graduated with a nursing degree in 1976. She worked many years as an LPN in North Dakota, working with the mentally challenged at the North Dakota State Hospital in Jamestown.
She married Charles Iszler on May 11, 1982 and they made there home at Ellendale for a few years, moving to Skagit County in 1988. Mary did complete a BA degree in nursing while in Washington. She worked in a few local nursing homes as a RN.
After retiring from nursing she owned & operated a small consignment store at the Mission Market in Sedro Woolley. She also worked at Target in Burlington, Washington.
She enjoyed camping, hiking, and canoeing. She was very active in showing Toy Fox Terriers as a hobby. She loved her dogs and was an excellent breeder.
She is survived by three daughters, Katherine Young of Fargo, ND, Ruth Castlser of Glyndon, MN and Dawn Flores of Moorhead, MN. One son, Chris Chidley of Sedro-Woolley, WA. A sister, Marge Noren of Sedro-Woolley, WA. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren.
She will be remembered by her family as one who was feisty and funny. She spent many years caring for others. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
Graveside services to be held at Sedro-Woolley Union Cemetery, Wednesday September 21, 2005 at 2:30 PM with Pastor Keith Luna officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.