Mrs. Orlet graduated Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics & Statistics. Mary worked in Human Resources, specializing in the Actuarial Sciences, and finished her career in Compensation & Benefits. She enjoyed hiking, walking, traveling, and reading. A lover of animals and the outdoors, Mary was a member of the Botanical Gardens and the proud owner of a rescue dog. She was a friend to the community and always willing to volunteer. She especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and her warmth, compassion, and wonderful sense of humor will be deeply missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Eleanor, nee Schuette, Ceglinski; and a sister, Peggy Hippard.
Surviving are two sons, Joseph (Elizabeth) Orlet, and Stuart Orlet; a sister, Janet (Steven) Beachum; two brothers, Ronald (Donna) Ceglinski, and Gerald Ceglinski; nephews and nieces, Tim, Alex, Kim, Kelsey, Erin, and Anna; and a great-niece and great-nephews, Abby, Dean, Jack, and Cole.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Belleville Area Humane Society. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Funeral: A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 2, 2017, at Green Mount Catholic Cemetery, Belleville, IL.
A memorial luncheon will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 2, 2017, at The Weingarten, Belleville, IL.
Condolences Left For Mary Orlet
Mary was a kind and helpful person. She will be greatly missed at DRS, and my prayers go out to her family and close friends.
Stephen Webb, St. Louis, Missouri,
My condolences to the family upon the passing of Mary. Like I will, may you always hold fond memories of her life with you. Not only was Mary a co-worker, she was also a friend. We shared many talks together about her love for animals and her trips hiking and going to the Smokey Mountains. I still chuckle when I think about the chicken(s). She will be deeply missed.
, St. Charles, Missouri, 63303
My condolences to the family upon the passing of Mary. Like I will, may you always hold fond memories of her life with you. Not only was Mary a co-worker, she was also a friend. We shared many talks together about her love for animals and her trips hiking and going to the Smokey Mountains. I still chuckle when I think about the chicken(s). She will be deeply missed.
Dale Roth, St. Charles, MO, 63303
Mary was a strong advocate for others and she will be deeply missed by everyone who had the pleasure of working with her at DRS. We are deeply saddened by her loss and are thankful that we had the pleasure to know both her professional and personal side during her (too) short life. My sympathies and prayers go to her family.
Kelly Baer, Frederick, Maryland, 20882
Mary was very helpful and courteous to me with all of my HR questions. She always had a smile and willing to drop everything she was doing to help me. She will surely be missed.
Pete Sanders, Brighton, IL, 62012
I am truly blessed to have known Mary and share your sorrow at her passing. She is one of the sweetest people I know and was a treasured friend and co-worker. We shared a lot of laughs together and I will miss her.
Gerry Parker, St Louis , Mo , 63031
I worked with Mary and she will be missed. She was so kind and considerate to me. My prayers are with all of her family and friends..
DENISE MALIN, Florissant, Missouri, 63031
I am very saddened to hear of Mary’s passing. She was very pleasant to work with and was very good at her job. She always made me feel welcomed whenever I walked into HR. She will be greatly missed. I wish the family all of the best in these trying times and will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Strohmeyer, St. Louis, MO, 63021
Mary was a co-worker and a friend who was always willing to help. At work, it was all about the employees. They were important to her and they appreciated her. Please accept our most sincere sympathies for your loss. May the prayers of all people who loved her bring solace to your family.
Garland and Sheila Barton, Alton, MO, 65606
Mary and I went all through grade school and high school together. I have many fun memories of her.Gone way too soon. My sympathies to her sons and her sister Janet.
Maureen Gerngross Vick, Ft. Myers, Florida, 33919
Joe and Stewart, We will miss Mary so much. She was a wonderful, giving and very kind mother, friend and neighbor. Our prayers will be with you and the rest of your family.
Sue, Tom, Nicki and Carly Kraska, Saint Louis, Missouri, 63128
Mary always had a smile on her face. She was always helpful. She will be greatly missed.
David James, St. Louis, Missouri, 63121
Stuart, I’m so sorry to hear Mary passed. You will be in my prayers during this sorrowful time! I sat by Mary at many games. We had many laughs. She was a good person & loved you very much!
Joyce Herrington, Fairview Heights, IL, 62208