Obituary of Mary Elizabeth Gaiser

Mary Elizabeth Gaiser, 83, of Superior St., Titusville passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at her residence.

Mary was born on December 7, 1937, in Cleveland, OH to the late Howell B., Sr., and Ava (Rosser) Cheetham. She married John R. “Jack” Gaiser on September 19, 1964, in Cleveland. He preceded her in death on October 8, 1979.

Mary was a graduate of John Adams High School, class of 1956, and earned her Associates Degree from University of Pittsburgh at Titusville.

She was formerly employed by Nickle Plate Railroad, T&S Lumber both in Cleveland, GTE Sylvania in Pleasantville and retired from the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville where she worked in the computer lab for 20 years.

Mary was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church. She had a strong sense of faith and considered the members of the church as her family. She also loved singing and was a member of the choir.   Mary loved music and the arts and participated in Titusville Summer Theater.

She loved spending time with family and friends, enjoyed traveling, meeting new people and experiencing that with her loved ones. She loved sharing a good joke and laughing, as well as, living in Titusville and relaxing in her backyard. 

Mary is survived by her daughter, Ava Katherine “Kathy” Warner of Moon Twp.  Mary is also survived by her companion of 26 years, Bill Augur of Erie; and several beloved nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Donald and George Cheetham, Howell “Toots” Chatham; and a sister, Lois Altenbernd.

A memorial service will be conducted at the First Presbyterian Church 216 N. Franklin St., Titusville, PA 16354 on Monday, July 12, 2021 at 12 noon with Rev. Dr. Vaughan Smith, officiating.

Internment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church 216 N. Franklin St., Titusville, PA 16354.