Mary Ann Rieger, 87, of Fairbury, passed away at 9:13am on Sunday, January 29, 2012 at Fairview Haven Nursing Home, Fairbury.

A private family graveside service was held at Forrest Township Cemetery, Forrest.

Friends may greet the family in celebration of Mary Ann's life from 10-12:00pm, Saturday, February 4, 2012 at Fairview Haven Nursing Home Activity Room, Fairbury.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorials be made to Fairview Haven Nursing Home, Fairbury.

Duffy-Pils Memorial Home, Fairbury is in charge of arrangements.

Mary Ann was born February 14, 1924 in Sabetha, KS the daughter of Emil and Mary Ann Burger Aberle.

She married Leonard Rieger on June 29, 1947 in Princeville. He survives.

Also surviving are her children, Rita (Steve) Metz of Forrest, Mary (Robert) Decker of Fairbury, Kathleen (Dennis) Davis of Forrest, Lorie (Phil) Hermes of Fairbury and Scott (Jeanne) Rieger of Indianapolis, IN; two sisters, Arleta (Harvey) Wenger and Rosalie (Bob) Lohman both of Sabetha, KS; 13 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Rachael Davis, infant grandson, one brother and three sisters.

Mary Ann was of Christian faith.

She loved being a homemaker and caring for her family. She is known for her amazing homemade pies and fudge.

Mary has always had a special love for children and babies.