AUBURN — Mary Fraser Haley, 96, of Minot, died at Clover Manor Thursday, Dec. 6, where she resided for the past five years.

She was born and raised in Auburn, the daughter of Donald and Hazel Fraser on Nov. 21, 1916. Mary was one of five children and had a twin brother. She was the last of her family still living. She graduated from Edward Little High School, Class of 1935.

Mary married Edward Haley, Aug. 29, 1936, and he predeceased in 2009. She spent most of her life in the food industry. She worked in the cafeteria for the Telephone Co. and at Edward Little High School. She later became a partner in Grant and Haley Catering, doing parties and weddings and most meals at Kora Shrine.

She loved going out to eat and had a routine of favorites, Cole Farms, Edward’s, Uncle Moe’s and Taber’s in the summer. Mary also enjoyed going to the sporting events of her grandchildren and great-grandson and having her hair done every week at her granddaughter’s salon. She loved Christmas and always made it the best.

She is survived by a son, Edward Haley Jr. and his wife, Donna, of Minot; grandson, Bruce Haley and his wife, Sandra; granddaughter, Catherine Haley; granddaughter, Sheila Fennessy and husband, Scott; and great-grandson, Keegan Fennessy.

The family would like to thank all the caregivers at Clover and at Beacon Hospice, they have touched our lives forever. Mary will be missed by all.

You are invited to offer condolences and pay tribute to Mary’s life by visiting her guest book at www.thefortingroupauburn.com.

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