Mary Nowakowski, 80, of Butler passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024. She was born in Butler on August 11, 1944, to the late John and Helen (Kellar) Pensy. Mary attended Moniteau High School. She enjoyed baking pies, cooking meals for family gatherings, watching hummingbirds, and absolutely loved being a grandmother. She also enjoyed going to lunch with her sisters, brothers, and family. Mary had many animals throughout her life, and they were her passion; her beloved dogs Lucy and Keisel to her current “fur baby” puppy, Baby D who was her constant companion. Mary was the beloved wife of the late Donald Nowakowski (2023) whom she married on August 27, 1961; mother of Mary Rene (Molly) Wilbert; sister of Helen (Herb) Corey, Loretta Kerr and John Pensy and his wonderful companion Wilma; grandmother of Dustin (Chelsea) Bowser and Emily Nowakowski; great grandmother of Nataley, Ava, Ryder and Vivienne; Mary is also survived by her son-in-law Keith Wilbert, who held a very special place in her heart. Along with her parents and husband, Mary was preceded in death by her son, Donald (Beth) Nowakowski; by her sister-in-law Mary “Merch” Pensy. Family and friends will be received on Friday, December 27, 2024, from 1-3 and 5-7 PM at SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 NEW CASTLE RD. BUTLER, PA 16001. WWW.SPENCERDGEIBEL.COM. A Catholic Blessing Service will immediately follow in the funeral home. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Orphans of the Storm in Kittanning, PA.
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