Mary Lou was born in Winnebago December 30, 1927, and died at home on November 27, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband Marvin, granddaughters Emily and Elizabeth, parents Harry and Carrie Grant, siblings Mildred and Tom Beckers, and Bud and Jan Grant. She is survived by her children Mary Beth, Ruth Ann and Dennis, Bo and Maria, Nancy Grace; her grandchildren Rose and Scott, Milo and Luisa, Samantha and Travis, and Grant; great grandchildren Beatrice, Marvin, Reef; nieces and nephews; special family friend Ramona. Mary Lou donated her body to the University of Minnesota Anatomy Bequest Program. She requested no memorials nor flowers. A celebration of her life will be held this summer.