Marian M. DeGraaf, 80, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020. She resided in Cambridge and was the wife of the late John DeGraaf who died on June 23, 2012. They were married at St. Peter's Church in Oriskany, NY, a marriage lasting for 54 years.
Marian was born on December 29, 1939, in Rome, NY , daughter of the late Ward and Grace (Ingles) Beeman. She graduated from Oriskany Central School and was a Homemaker. Marian also worked various jobs throughout her life. She was a founding member of the Adirondack Central Booster Club and a member of the Eastern Star. Marian traveled all over the state following her kids and grandchildren's sporting events. She was very proud of the fact that she “Never Dyed Her Hair”.
Survivors include her children, daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Chris Tironi of Cambridge, NY; son Kevin DeGraaf of Boonville, NY; son and daughter-in-law Keith and Laurie DeGraaf of Grove City, PA; son and daughter-in-law Kurt and Julie DeGraaf of Knoxville, TN; son and daughter-in-law Kyle and Kyle DeGraaf of Hoosick Falls, NY; sister Barbara (George) Cobb of Huston, TX; brothers Ward (Nancy) Beeman of Rome, NY; Bradford (Bernice) Beeman of Palm Harbor, FL; also nine grandchildren, six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Marian was predeceased by a sister Florence Lewis.
Relatives and friends may call at the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street in Hoosick Falls, NY, on Tuesday, February 11th, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation, through the funeral home.