Mary M. Clausen (nee Arndt), 71, of New Lisbon, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

A celebration of life was held at her homestead to celebrate Mary's life. She will be laid to rest at the Bayview Cemetery in Necedah by her parents.

Mary was born on November 17, 1951 in Ladysmith, WI; the daughter of Kenneth and Virginia (Peavey) Arndt. She married the love of her life Virgil Clausen on September 30, 1993 and the couple enjoyed 29 years of marriage before her passing. Her biggest joy in life was gardening and doing landscaping and for over 30 years she did both by running Winding Rivers Landscaping in New Lisbon. She also loved her family and enjoyed spending time with all of them as much as she could.

Mary is survived by her husband, Virgil; brothers Ron (Arlene) Arndt and Larry Arndt; sister Caryn (Lee) Cain. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents and brother Steven Arndt.