Mary E. Coons, age 83, of Dolgeville, and formerly of Whitesboro, passed at her home, with her loving family by her side. She was born on June 20, 1937, in Greenfield, New York, the only daughter of James and Mabel (Branch) Mursch. Mary was a graduate of Whitesboro High School. Mary worked for over 35 years at Faxton Hospital, as a nurse’s aide, then as a private aide, and finally worked with Hospice and Palliative care until her retirement at age 62. She was an avid snowmobiler, and enjoyed rides through the country on the back of a motorcycle. She also enjoyed spending her time camping, playing Bingo at the Turning Stone Casino, bowling, and watching NASCAR races. Mary is survived by her children Linda (David) Barchard, David Coons, Brian (Carolann) Coons, and Lori (Todd) Prime; as well as many grand and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by both of her parents; as well as a great grandson, Nathan Coons. The family would like to thank Maryann Parisi and all of Mary’s friends at Parkside Court, as well as Hospice and Palliative Care for their care and compassion; as well as a special thanks to Linda Peets for allowing Mom to come home. Friends are invited to call on the family on Saturday December 5, from 4 PM to 6 PM at Dimbleby Funeral Homes Inc. in Whitesboro, masks must be worn and social distancing observed. For online expressions of sympathy, please visit www.dimblebyfh.com In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Stevens-Swan Human Society, in Mary’s name; envelopes will be available at the funeral home.