Mary Carol Grace, 81, of Coshocton passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Riverside Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation in Newcomerstown. She was born in Newcomerstown, OH, on December 20, 1940, to the late John and Elizabeth (Widder) Shaw.Mary was a graduate of Coshocton High School and was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church. On September 3, 1960, she married Ronald Harold Grace, who precedes her in death.

Mary was a great cook, baker, decorator, seamstress, artist, and was a loving mother to her daughter, Deb. She loved her family, sweets, Dean Martin, Marietta, OH and Cape Cod, MA. “What I Long For”, one salt smell of the sea once more. She enjoyed spending time with her best pals, Judy Guilliams, Barb Davis, and Carol and Rita Shaw.

She is survived by her son Brian (Robin) Grace of Norfolk, VA; grandson Zack (Kiley) Grace of Norfolk, VA; great grandson Harrison David Grace of Norfold, VA; brothers Richard (Carol) Shaw and Greg Shaw both of Coshocton; and her beloved only sister and caregiver Cindy (Shaw) Sikora; and sister-in-law Rita Shaw. Along with her parents and husband she is preceded in death by her daughter Debra Grace; 4 brothers, 2 sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.

Per Mary’s wishes there will be no services at this time, and a cremation will take place. The Miller Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the family. An online memorial is located at www.themillerfuneralhome.com.