Marilyn Maas
July 11, 1930 ~ June 13, 2016
Marilyn Joyce Maas, age 85, of New Hampton, Iowa, died unexpectedly on Monday, June 13, 2016, at Kensington Place Assisted Living in New Hampton.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 17, 2016, at Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hampton, with Pastor Kevin Frey presiding. Interment will be at the New Hampton City Cemetery with Matt Ysbrand, Logan Maas, Cameron Maas, Michael Miura Jr, Ronald Flick, Justin Bolton, Brady Schmauss, and Kyle Bouska serving as pallbearers.
Friends may greet the family from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 16, 2016, at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in New Hampton. Visitation continues one hour prior to the service at Trinity Lutheran Church on Friday.
Marilyn Joyce Maas was born July 11, 1930, in Beresford, South Dakota, the daughter of Warren and Lillian (Albers) Rasmussen. She attended school in Beresford and graduated from Beresford High School in 1947. After graduation she married the love of her life, Herbert Maas, at the First Baptist Church in Vermillion, South Dakota, on November 12, 1947.
Herbert and Marilyn had five children together. The family lived in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and Worthington, Minnesota, before moving to New Hampton in the late 1950’s. Marilyn was a very dedicated bus driver for the New Hampton Community School District for 33 years, retiring in 2005. Marilyn loved driving her bus, not only on normal school routes, but dedicated many hours for field trips, music events, and sporting events, allowing her to travel/visit many places. All the children had a special place in her heart. They all knew her as “Grandma” or “Ma Maas.” Marilyn loved following the Iowa Hawkeyes and New Hampton Chickasaws. She watched and listened to many games and could always be found in the bleachers wearing her Chickasaw gear and sporting a huge smile.
While Marilyn lived at Kensington Assisted Living, she enjoyed visiting with people, being with friends, and spending hours putting puzzles together. As soon as she would finish one puzzle, she would have it framed and give it to a family or friend. Her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren meant the world to her. She was so proud to be able to attend all of their celebrations. Marilyn will be remembered by all for her contagious smile and laugh and for having a kind and caring heart.
Marilyn is survived by four daughters, Deborah (Darin) Thornton of Lawler, Iowa, Diana (Rodney) Pearce of New Hampton, Judy (Don) Ysbrand of Waverly, Iowa, and Janice (Michael) Miura of Atkins, Texas; one son, John (Raelene) Maas of New Hampton; ten grandchildren, Megan (Brady) Schmauss, Jocelyn (Kyle) Bouska, Matthew (Rachel) Ysbrand, Michelle (Justin) Bolton, Jessica Whitney, John (Shannon) Whitney, Michael Miura Jr, Jeremy Miura, Logan Maas, and Cameron Maas; six great-grandchildren and waiting for the arrival of another in November; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two brothers, Eugene and James Rasmussen; and one grandson.
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Deb,Judy,Diane,Jan & John, Just now read of Marilyn(Mom’s) passing. My Prayers go out to you all. My fondest Memories were growing up while riding the school bus. She would play the music for us, let us get treats from the Dairy Queen & squirt gun fights on the last day of school. She was a Fabulous Lady. I used to sit behind her & chat with her while she was driving. We ALWAYS knew we were SAFE when Mrs. Maas was driving. When there was a Sub, we anxiously awaited her return. Heaven received a Great Lady. She was devoted to Herb, her Children & Family & her Bus Kids. God Bless All with Strength & Peace. Love, Deb (Vorwald) Morrison
Dear family of Marilyn, This beautiful lady always made me smile when I visited at Kensington. She was a wonderful friend to my uncle Linus before he moved over to the rehab facility and she always kept in touch with him as friends do, and then she and I kept in touch after he passed last November. Your mom and grandmother had a beautiful spirit. I saw her just a few days before she passed away and was shocked to see this, but I’m sure she’s flying with the angels in Heaven cause she sure was one on Earth. Take care and let her spirit guide you in life. Evie Milbrandt
We are sorry to hear of your loss. She was a great lady, and we enjoyed working with her.
Sorry for your loss was gone and just found out, I had a good visit with her the last time I was at assisted living home. She was a good friend to mom and will be missed. Diane Ball and family
We are so sorry for your loss. We are so glad we stopped to see her on Sunday. Rocky will always remember her and the bus rides and I will remember the memory of putting puzzles together with her. We loved her smile! Rocky and Sue Burgart
Jessica, Joyce and Hailee purchased the Arrive in Style for the family of Marilyn J. Maas.
We were sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. Matthew 5:4 tells us, ‘Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted.’ We pray that God wraps his loving, comforting arms around all of you and continues to heal your broken hearts. In Christ’s Love, Jane & Chuck Schultz
Thoughts and prayers go out to all of Marilyn’s family, she will always be remembered for her contagious smile. God bless you all. Tom and Ruth
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you all. John and Diane Dockendorf
Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Maas family! She touched many lives in many positive ways……truly a ‘Great Chickasaw’ God bless!!!
Mrs. Maas was my bus driver, but so much more than that. I remember wanting to stay with her for the entire route, being the last kid dropped off so I could spend time with this sweet lady. She saved my life one day, keeping me from getting off as a car sped by the bus. So blessed to have had her in my life. My thoughts and prayers to her family. Katie Peraud
Deb, Judy, Diane, Jan, John With in thoughts and prayer during this time of Grief, May you find comfort in the Lord and each other. Condolences to your All your Family.
Mike and Barb Mitchell. Michael and Kelly Mitchell purchased the Basket Full of Wishes for the family of Marilyn J. Maas.
Oh Marilyn, the love and support you gave to our family and SO many others is endless. From driving me to my softball games and my kids to their sporting events, to being a great neighbor on Wilson Street..! Thank you for being a part of ‘it takes a village’ to raise a child. New Hampton has lost a wonderful woman with a HUGE heart. Our love, support and prayers to her loving family. David and Terry Utterback
My deepest sympathy to Marilyn’s family. I had the honor and privilege of knowing Marilyn through her unselfish volunteer work at Mercy-New Hampton. She was a joyful and delightful volunteer who treated staff and patients alike with dignity and respect. Very grateful to have known her!
Paul & Vicki Kuhlmeier purchased the Crystal Cross Bouquet for the family of Marilyn J. Maas.
Marilyn ‘Ma’ was one of a kind with the biggest heart of gold. She was a friend to all and was ma to so many of our kids growing up. Our daughter Jess will never forget how Ma took care of all the softball team many yrs. ago getting them to and from their games and was their #1 fan, just as she was to many of our Chickasaw athletes. Heaven gained a very SPECIAL angel. Thoughts and prayers to the family. She will be missed by many.
Grandma it’s hard to believe your gone. I am going to miss you so much. You were my hero and I looked up to you so much. I am proud that I am your granddaughter. You touched so many lives including mine. Now you will be riding with me in my bus everyday. I will take care of the girls and teach them about you everyday. Now Joyce your name sake will carry your legacy on along with all of us. I love you so much and miss you. Until we meet again.
The Haggar Family purchased the Sweet Tranquility Basket for the family of Marilyn J. Maas.
She will truly be missed! Sending hugs and prayers to the family! She was a awesome woman! She never forgot your name no matter how many years it has been!
Janice Miura lit a candle in memory of Marilyn J. Maas
Mom I light this candle in memory of you. You will be greatly missed and you are so Loved. Please watch over us all now that you are and angel in heaven. I know that Dad rides with me on every bus trip I do so now I expect you to be there as well. I LOVE AND MISS YOU ALREADY SO MUCH.
My deepest sympathies to John, family and friends for your loss. I, with gratitude and fondness, remember when for many years that I taught in the bottom of the of the “Old School Building” and the “Kraft Building” down town, Marilyn delivered and returned each class of students I taught. She dealt with the students, mostly rambunctious teenage boys, with respect and dignity and we had very few problems in all those years. Wm. Bill “Buddy” Ipsen
Known her since I was a kid and she was always fun to talk to. She was a mother to a lot of kids over the years just like mine. Prayers to all the family. MaryAnn and Jim Diesburg
Ma Maas will truly be missed. What a great lady and an incredibly great fan of her Chickasaws! She always called me her ‘Knight in Shining Armor’. I hope she knew how much it always meant to me when she said that. I will miss her. Love ya Ma!! -Ryan Rausch
My deepest sympathies to your family. She will be greatly missed and was greatly loved. She was so kind, sweet, loving and a joy to be around. Memories of her will be cherished for years to come.
Full Of Love Bouquet was purchased for the family of Marilyn J. Maas.
Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. Marilyn was such a special lady! She was always so positive and caring and was an inspiration to all who knew her. And, of course, she was always the Chickasaws #1 fan! We feel badly we won’t be able to be at the visitation or the funeral, but we will certainly be thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss. An awesome lady and I loved visiting with her, when we all lived in Winter’s Trailer Court. My girls, Stephanie and Kayla, called her ‘grandma’ and loved her cookies!! Remember the good times through laughter and pictures!!!
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Marilyn. Pour out your heart to God for comfort because he cares for you. 1Peter 5:7.
We are so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful person your mom was! I have memories from 50 plus years ago when I was in 4H and we baked cookies at your house in the country to her countless years of driving bus and just always smiling and being happy. Cherish the wonderful memories.
All our thoughts and prayers to Marilyn’s family. She was a great neighbor to me when I lived on main street. I treasure the memories of her and pray that her family can, too. May those memories fill your hearts at this time. Jeanne and David Roder
John and family. So sorry for the loss of Marilyn. She was a great lady! I still remember all the fun her and I had decorating the bus during baseball season. God gained a great cheerleader. May your memories comfort you!
Linda And Gary Steven lit a candle in memory of Marilyn J. Maas
Our deepest sympathy to John and the Maas family. The last time I saw Marilyn she hugged me so tight I blushed a little! She was a great Chickasaw and will be missed.
I can attest to this! Every time I visited with her she would ask, ‘and how is Murph doing?’ There are so many pleasant memories of Marilyn’s positive and friendly being. I will miss her.
My sympathy to the entire family of Marilyn. I always enjoyed visiting with her. Linda Langin Hugh
Our sympathy and prayers for the family. Marilyn was a sweet lady, always very friendly, and always asked about our kids. She loved working with the kids. Jack an Betty Gorman
Our deepest sympathy to the Mass family.
So sorry to hear about your Mom.Our prayers are with you guys.Hugs . From Jean Ann & Rich Hackman
Country Basket Blooms was purchased for the family of Marilyn J. Maas.
Girls & John, she was a sweet lady! She is going to be missed by many! To this day Todd, Kari, Craig, and I still call her Grandma Maas. We loved her dearly. Our hearts are with you all and your family’s. Prayers and hugs coming your way! Donna Willadsen
Girls & John, she was a sweet lady! She is going to be missed by many! To this day Todd, Kari, Craig, and I still call her Grandma Maas. We loved her dearly. Our hearts are with you all and your family’s. Prayers and hugs coming your way! Donna Willadsen
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of Marilyn’s family. Every time I would see her, she always asked how our kids and grandkids were. So many great memories of Marilyn at high school events. Keep all her memories close to your heart at this difficult time. Love you all.
Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. Marilyn was such a special lady! She was always so positive and caring and an inspiration to all who knew her. And, of course, she was always the Chickasaws #1 fan! We feel badly we won’t be able to be at the visitation or funeral, but we will certainly be thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
To all of my cousins and their families-Aunt Marilyn was always so kind to the Rasmussen kids and continued to remember birthdays and send cards. I got my last card in January for my birthday with a nice note. She loved you all very much. Susan
I am so sorry to hear of Marilyn death she was a Good Neighbor and friend . I know Fred and her had some Good talks on our deck. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers. Karen Rodemaker
My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Ms. Maas was a significant part of all our NHHS activities during my tenure in school. God must have needed a great cheerleader.
Jason Winter lit a candle in memory of Marilyn J. Maas
Great lady and great friend. Always there to support her Chickasaws. Rest in peace Marilyn. Our deepest sympathy to all the Maas family. -Jason Winter and family
Regards to all of Marilyn’s family. She was always friendly and a good conversationalist. Keep sharing her stories.
The Westendorf family extends our deepest sympathies to you, John and family. Perhaps she and Gary (my late husband and Matt and Melissa’s dad) are talking about the Chickasaws already! There will be great times in eternity with her there. God bless.
my deepest sympathy to the Maas family Marilyn was a great lady
My sincere sympathy to you and yours in the loss of your LOVED one,
My sympathy to you as morn the the loss of your dear mother. It must have been a shock to you.Ginny & Stan Laures
My sympathy to your family, so many great memories to help you through this sad time…..Sharon Reicks ( aka PICKLE)