Service Information
Mary Ann Volinkaty, age 82, of Litchfield, formerly of Darwin, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at Augustana Dassel Lakeside Community Home in Dassel, Minnesota.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, March 25, 2017, 11:00 A.M. at All Saints Lutheran Church in Darwin with internment in the Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 24, 2017 from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the Hantge Funeral Chapel in Darwin and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Mary Ann Volinkaty was born on September 4, 1934, in Winthrop, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Edward and Alma (Brede) Gaulke. Mary was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth at St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Penn Township, McLeod County, Minnesota. She received her education in Winthrop, and was a graduate of the Winthrop High School.
On November 23, 1951, Mary was united in marriage to Delphin Volinkaty at St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Penn Township, McLeod County, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with five children. Mary and Del resided in Winthrop, Litchfield, and Darwin, Minnesota. They shared 55 years of marriage together until Del passed away in November of 2006.
Mary was employed at 1st Minnesota Bank in Litchfield, at Sward Kemp Drug in Litchfield, and Cenex as a cashier in Litchfield.
Mary was a member of All Saints Lutheran Church in Darwin, Minnesota.
Mary enjoyed flowers, quilting, shopping, going out to eat, and holding babies. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren and friends.
When Mary needed assistance with her daily care, she became a resident of the Augustana Dassel Lakeside Community Home in Dassel on March 13, 2017. She passed away there on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at the age of 82.
Blessed be her memory.
Mary is survived by her:
Children, Sandra Gabrielson and her husband, Donald of Litchfield, MN,
John Volinkaty and his wife, Jamie of Frenchtown, MT,
James “Jim” Volinkaty and his fiancé, Terri Hanson of Hector, MN;
Grandchildren, Lisa Skinner, Todd Gabrielson and his wife, Jes, Jacob Gabrielson and his wife, Laurie, Nick Gabrielson and his wife, Tracy, Gina Gabrielson and her wife, Beth Hanson, Alex Volinkaty, Andrea Volinkaty and her fiancé, Cade Gornick, Josh Volinkaty and his wife, Rhondell, Jenna Volinkaty, Kalin Volinkaty, and Deserae Anderson and her fiancé, Shawn Straumann;
Great-Grandchildren, Samantha Skinner, Nicole Skinner, Josh Skinner, Cami Gabrielson, Carli Gabrielson, Claire Gabrielson, Conner Gabrielson, Jorja Gabrielson, Coralynn Gabrielson, Hudsen Gabrielson, Colin Gabrielson, Ezra Gabrielson, Aubrey Gabrielson, Easton Volinkaty, Bryce Volinkaty, Jazmine Lindquist, Destini Anderson, and Mackenzie Straumann;
Brother-in-law, Ray Kuphal;
Sisters-in-laws, Ervie Amus and Lois Volinkaty;
Nieces, Nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Mary is preceded in death by her Husband, Delphin Volinkaty; Parents, Edward and Alma (Brede) Gaulke; Infant Sons, Ricky and Scott Volinkaty; Brother, Loren Gaulke and his wife, Mabel; and Grandson-in-law, Wayne Skinner.
Mark and Judy Hulterstrum says
Thoughts and prayers to the Voinkaty family. Del and Mary were the most kind and gentle people. Enjoyed knowing Del when he worked at Gloria Dei and Mary was a pleasure every time we saw her at Consumer Coop. Blessings for wonderful memories of two great people. Mark & Judy Hulterstrum
Kelvin and Kathy (Anderson) Ne says
Mary Ann WILL be missed! When I resigned from playing at the Darwin church, she was one of the people I really missed. Hugs to you, Sandy! Prayers to your entire family as you walk this journey.
Lila Drusch says
Just wanted to extend my Heart felt Sympathy to Mary Ann’s family. I work at Dassel Lakeside and helped care for her .Thank You for allowing us to care for her in her final days. Its never easy to let Loved ones go but may you find comfort in knowing she’s now in the arms of her Heavenly Father .Blessed Be Her Memory. Share your memories often and cherish them Always. Forever in Your Hearts is where she will Always be.A Mother holds her child’s hand for awhile their hearts Forever. With Deepest Sympathy. Lila Drusch NAR Dassel Lakeside .
Sandy Breuer (Pollock) says
Jim, John, Sandy & Families,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I will always remember your mom’s laugh! She was a great lady. Hold on to the many fond memories.
Jim Cottington says
To the family,
I am sadded for your mother’s passing. I have enjoyed and appreciated talking with your mother over the years when I went Cenex. She would call me Jimmy. I have many memories of spending time at your home as a child when you lived on St Paul street. She was a special and kind lady. Kind wishes to you all. Jim Cottington