Mary Jane (Vagnier) Struble

Mary Jane Struble, born August 15, 1928 in New York City, died August 29, 2025 in Columbus. Preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Grace Vagnier, and her husband, Richard.

Mary's marriage was the most deeply valued part of her life, and she always said that she could feel Richard's presence after his passing in 2005, that he was always with her. Now they are together again. Her surviving family include her daughter Peggy (Dewey) Deloach, her son Daniel (Star), her grandchildren Tim (Sarah) and Mikayla Struble (Vincent Claunch), foster daughter Debra Sexton, grandson Eugene Cody II, and especially recently, her great grandsons Felix and Arlo Struble.

Mary was a graduate of Ohio State University with a Dental Hygiene certification and a Bachelor of Education as well as her graduate studies at Bowling Green State University. Mary had multiple careers during her life including working with children with learning disabilities, and becoming a certified biofeedback consultant. She continued to express her love of teaching by instructing students at Ohio Wesleyan University's OWjL camp on biofeedback, and by tutoring Ohio State international graduate students in English well into her 80's.

Many people's lives were touched by Mary. Her Care Team stands at the top of the list — Dixon Beuhler, Vicki Grosh, Lisa Kreischer, and Marie Sweeney. Their support and the love they showed to Mary was a reflection of the kind of person she was. Special friends include Deb Shaw, Dede Prince, David Rothert, Dick and Joyce Heinz, Mary and Girard Tracy, and Nancy and John Draper.

Mary loved to travel. She had been everywhere, from Morocco to Maine, Alaska to Costa Rica, Hawaii to Holland. She was especially drawn to the ocean and could spend hours playing in the surf and taking long walks. Mary's faith and spirituality was a deeply valued part of her life and she loved to explore new beliefs and philosophies.

A celebration of Mary's life will be held Saturday May 2, 2026 at the Whetstone Park of Roses Shelter House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Memorial contributions in Mary's honor can be made to your charity of choice.

Arrangements by O'SHAUGHNESSY COMPANY, please call 614-221-2311 with questions.

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