Mary Ella McGoodwin passed away Oct. 9, 2011. She was born March 10, 1927 in Tulsa, OK. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from OSU and a Master of Library Science Degree from UCO. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church since 1948. Mary was known for her enjoyment of bridge, her loyalty to OSU and her love of her church and family. She had a special place in her heart for her only grandchild, Colin. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Ben P. McGoodwin on Dec. 30, 2008. She is survived by her son, Jim and wife Connie and their son, Colin; daughter, Lee and husband Michael Larrison.