Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Saturday, October 1, 2022 at the age of 81.
Beloved wife for 58 years to W. Steve Morovitz; dear mother of Steve (Cindy), Brian, Lisa (Brett), Daniel (Maria), and the late Linda; dear adoring grandmother of Alec, (Shelby), Riley, Christa, Gwen, Brady, Annalisa, Samantha, Charlotte, Celina and Benedikt; wonderful daughter of the late Lawrence and Marie Oster; dear sister of Larry (Judy) Oster and the late Shirley Oster; our dearest sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend to many.
Mary Ann had an incredible mind and had a fantastic knack for organization which won her praise as a legal secretary right out of school and the eye of a certain handsome someone! Mary Ann and Steve were married November 30, 1963 and she utilized those wonderful gifts to raise some pretty awesome kids and family-yes they are writing this now:) While a mother’s work is not ever done, once her children left home she was able to devote even more of her time to be the best servant of God she could. The biggest role she played was becoming involved with the Ladies of Charity at St. Catherine Laboure beginning in 1977. She was a local board member, treasurer, and president then served the National Ladies of Charity as board member and president. Mary Ann loved traveling the world for this incredible organization. She was also a part of the Stephen Ministries and Louisettes at St. Catherine Laboure
With all her incredible accomplishments the one role she treasured the most was sharing her life with her wonderful husband, Steve. The job of a married couple is to help their spouse get into heaven. We were witness to the struggles, joys, challenges, blessings, heartbreaks, and celebrations of what that journey looks like. In everything she did, as wife, mother, grandmother and friend she did her best to live a life dedicated to God and to become the best version of herself while encouraging everyone else to do the same. She knew no stranger.
The family expresses special thanks to Mary Ann’s caregivers, Dr. Elliot Abbey M.D. at St. Luke’s who, with God’s guidance, was able to keep our beloved Mary Ann with us for the last 6 years and for the nurses and staff at St. Anthony deGreeff Hospice House! With these earthly angels, Mary Ann was comfortable and tenderly cared for until the very end.
Visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois, on Wednesday, October 5 from 9 a.m. until prayers at 10:30 a.m. to St. Catherine Laboure for 11 a.m. Mass. Please join us with this livestream link St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church (sclparish.org) and scroll to the “Livestream” photo. Masses are archived so you can search by date and watch Mary Ann’s Funeral Mass anytime. Interment Shepherd Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital appreciated.
To the members of her family I’m sorry for your loss. As you know she is in a very special place. Enjoyed her friendship over the years with ladies of charity
I will always remember my grandmother’s caring nature and love for baking and nativity scenes. I fondly remember when she took me to the St. Louis science center and the St. Louis zoo as a child. She will be missed but the memories I have with her will live on.
Brian, my sincere condolences regarding the passing of your mother. It’s clear that she lived a full and happy life and that the love she gave was returned in kind by her family. You and your family are in my thoughts this week.
Our sincere sympathies to Brian, Gwen, Brady, and family. May your hearts always remember Mary Ann’s beautiful smile and faithful life.
Dear Brian & family. I am very sorry to hear of your mothers passing. May she rest in peace. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Regards, Ria
My deepest condolences to Steve Morovitz “Uncle” and Lisa , Brian and Steve. “ Cousins”
My Aunt Mary Ann was a
kind wonderful woman. She was married to my Dads little brother Steve. Growing up as a kid in St Louis I have great memories of birthday parties and gatherings at Steve and Mary Ann’s house . She always made everyone around her feel very special and loved and would go out of her way to do so. She was a compassionate gentle soul and I will miss her.
John A Morovitz
Steve, Steve, Brian, Lisa, and Dan:
Deborah and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mary Ann. She has suffered so much over the past 20 years and we all know based on her exceptionally strong faith that she is now in a better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mary Ann and family.
My deepest condolences.
It is ok not to be ok.
Adam
So sorry for the family’s loss! Deepest sympathies from this side of the extended Morovitz family.
To Uncle Steve and all the family Aunt MaryAnn cherished so much – our thoughts and prayers are with you at this hard time. We know she has gone to a better place, but that doesn’t make the pain of loosing her any easier to bare. Aunt MaryAnn was such a special and graceful woman. She had many struggles in her life, but always met them with courage and dignity. Tom and I will miss her, and when we think of her, it will always be with admiration and love.
My deepest condolences to Dan Morovitz amd family for your loss. I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom. My Aunt.
She will be missed.
She is at peace now with the Jesus.
My prayers are with you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. Amen.
Mary Ann was like a second mother as Lisa and I were growing up. She always had that dry wit, telling a joke or saying something, followed by “that look”. I smile now, remembering as a young girl “do I laugh? Is she serious?”. She ran a tight ship, and was rewarded with beautiful, loving children and grandchildren. We are all consoled that she truly has her peace in heaven.
Lisa so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Our deepest condolences to Lisa & Steve Moritz. Mother’s love will be there eternally on you. She is smiling from a better place. We pray with for the strength and peace
Sincere condolences from Mary Beth and Henry Mohrman
Deepest condolences to the whole family. Mary Ann was such a wonderful and giving person. Steve, you both made me feel so welcome in your lovely family home in the summer of 1987, where I was lucky enough to stay with you and meet Brian, Lisa and Dan – Forever in our hearts. Mark Plummer, Melbourne Australia (Previously Scotland)