Mary C. Barrett, 80 of Melrose passed away May 13, 2015 at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born February 8, 1935 in La Crosse to Lenora Clement.

She is survived by her husband Dick, her children Kris (Tom) Hansen, Kolleen (Paul) Mayer, Kelly Branson, Rich Barrett (fiancé Karri Olson), nine grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and her brother Bob Clement.

She was preceded in death by her parents John and Lenora Blashaski, and her son-in-law Bill Branson.

A private celebration of her life will be held by her family.  At Mary’s request, no public service will be held.  Memorials to Black River Falls Memorial Hospital Hospice preferred in lieu of flowers.