Mary Ann Pearson, age 76, died Friday, June 8, 2012, at her son’s home in Liberal, KS. She was born August 15, 1935, at Watonga, OK, to James C. and Effie M. (Uhrig) Long. On June 29, 1952, she married Marvin G. Pearson in Oklahoma. She had worked at Nature’s Cupboard.

Survivors include: 3 Sons: Roger Pearson and wife Janice, of Liberal, KS; Gene Pearson and wife Julie, of Broomfield, CO; Mark Pearson, of San Diego, CA

3 Brothers: Wesley Long and wife Arlene, of Edmond, Ok; Roy Long and wife Christine, of Ada, Ok; Gary Long and wife Sandy, of Yukon, OK;

1 Sister: Carolyn Newberry and husband Dal, of Oklahoma City, Ok

4 Grandchildren; 5 Great-grandchildren

She was preceded in death by her parents; and 1 brother, Jim Long.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Inurnment will be held at East Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Watonga, OK, at a later date.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 W. 2nd St., Liberal, KS 67901.