Mary Anne Farrell Opaskar
Mary Anne Farrell Opaskar, 85, passed away on September 1st due to complications from dementia. The grandchild of immigrants, she was born in a Slovenian neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio and was proud of her heritage. She earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in history and was a teacher all her life. She taught for 40 years in all types of classes and grade levels, including high school Spanish and citizenship classes.
She lived in Ohio, Michigan, the Netherlands, Louisiana, and finally Texas, where she served as a board member for her home owner’s association. She had an enduring love of travel, visiting many countries across five continents. Her most memorable trips were to Iran, and a solo ride across Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railroad from St. Petersburg to Vladivostok, with a side excursion to Mongolia. She also enjoyed antiques and learning new languages. She lectured many times at the Antiques Forum in League City.
She attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church in League City and Shrine of the True Cross Catholic Church in Dickinson, where she ran the gift shop for a time. She is survived by her husband, Carl, 4 children, 3 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild.
A visitation will be held in her honor on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with a wake service at 7:00pm at Crowder Funeral Home in League city, Texas. Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., at Shrine of the True Cross located at 300 Fm 517 Rd E, Dickinson, TX 77539.
Dear Carl,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife. I didn’t know her, but I am sure that she was a truly wonderful and remarkable person. My prayers for you, your family and the repose of your precious wife’s soul. May God bless you and your family and may our Blessed Mother be with you in your grief.
Carl and family. So sorry to learn of Mary’s death. I learned a lot from her obituary.
Alice Fay Opaskar Martin
Dear Carl. So sorry to learn of Mary’s passing. I know she will be missed so much by you and your family.
She was a a good and kind neighbor to me and i always enjoyed talking with her.
I will miss her Wit. May God give you peace , comfort and sweet memories of your beloved wife.
.Your neighbor and friend Phyllis
Carl and family, I didn’t know your wife except speaking with you sometimes but, I send my deepest condolences on Mary’s death. I can appreciate her teaching career because I am a fellow retired teacher. I am praying for you and your family and for Mary. May God comfort you and bless you and Eternal rest grant unto Mary, and let perpetual light shine upon Mary and may Mary rest in peace. Amen Patricia Bartash, fellow choir member
Dear Micky and Family,
So sorry to hear of Mary’s death. What an accomplished woman. You must have been so proud of her.
Our family will remember her in our prayers. Peace to you and your family.
Love,
Jeanne and Rich