Mary Lou (Ashbaugh) Simmons, 68, of Stanton, passed away on February 4, 2011 in Grand Rapids surrounded by her family.

Mary Lou was born on May 26, 1942 in Carson City to Otto and Dorothy (Smith) Ashbaugh. She lived in the Stanton area her whole life. She worked at the Gibson Factory, the phone company, and raised her family. She enjoyed reading, attending church and her children and grandchildren’s school, sporting, and 4-H events. She was a proud member of The First Baptist Church in Stanton.

Mary Lou is survived by her children; Steve and Tamara Weaver of Ithaca, Michele (Mickey) and Ed Ehle of Sidney, Penny and Robert Chinevere II of Stanton; 7 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 1 sister Ruth Ann; and 2 brothers, David and Gary. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Lyle Simmons; a son, Stanley Weaver Jr.; a daughter, Neca Louise Weaver; a granddaughter, Tara Simcox Weaver; and 2 sisters, Linda and Dixie.

A celebration of Mary Lou’s life will be held on Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at The First Baptist Church of Stanton at 11:00 A.M. Pastor Ryan White will officiate. For those desiring to do so; memorial contributions may be made to the Family’s Choice. Envelopes will be available at the church and Barden Funeral Home, Stanton.