Mary D. Orfield

Orfield, Mary Davies of Minneapolis, MN 88, died peacefully on February 7, 2014. Preceded in death by husband, Robert, her parents, four siblings and a son-in-law. Mary was known and loved for her singing and television careers that spanned over 50 years. Her gift for bringing joy to a generation of baby boomers as Carmen the Nurse on WCCO TV still resonates today. While entertaining was her love, her family was her passion. Mary raised a blended family of six children and instilled in them a legacy of love, humor, values and traditions. No one loved harder or lived life more fully than Mary. She lived her faith as a caregiver to family and friends and led by example through her many volunteer commitments. Mary will be deeply missed by her children: Mary Kennedy, Jennifer Anders, Elizabeth Dahlen (Bruce), Julie Bentz (Bill), Pam Liimatainen, Robert Orfield Jr. (Patsy), 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, beloved sister, Diane Rosewall and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and fans. A gathering will be held at the Cremation Society of Minnesota 4343 Nicollet Ave So, Mpls. Monday, February 10 from 5-8 p.m. Memorial service at Union Congregational UCC Church 3700 Alabama Ave, St. Louis Park, Tuesday February 11 @ 2:00 p.m. Memorials preferred to The Animal Humane Society or donor's choice. The family would like to thank her caregivers at Cottagewood Senior Living and St. Croix Hospice in Rochester.