Mary Jane Gould, 87, of Ash Grove, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2018.

Mary Jane the daughter of Timothy and Leona (Lehman) Cleary, was born in Youngstown, OH, on July 10, 1930. Mary Jane and James Gould were united in marriage and to this union three children were born.

Mary Jane loved the Lord with her whole heart. She was a witness for Christ and always led by example. Mary Jane enjoyed the outdoors. She enjoyed having pretty flower beds, having a garden, and canning her harvest. Mary Jane also was a wonderful cook. Her favorite was to make candy and bake goodies. Mary Jane was a caretaker to the core, especially to the elderly. She was a person that just made everyone around her better. Mary Jane adored her family, particularly her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all those that knew and loved her.

Mary Jane is survived by her three daughters, Charlotte Gribben and husband Ron of Springfield, Christine Dodson of TN, Catie Johnson of TN; 8 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; sister, Patricia Williams of OH; nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and friends.
Mary Jane was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; 2 brothers; and 1 sister.

Visitation will be Thursday, June 21, 2018 from 12:30PM-service time at Wilson-Griffin Funeral Home, Ash Grove, MO. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 1:00PM, at the funeral home, with burial to follow in Clear Creek Cemetery, Willard, MO.