Marie E. Graff, 88, of Greeley passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020, at the Greeley Care Home.

Private Graveside Services and Burial will be held at the Greeley Cemetery. Pastor Bonnie Brock will officiate.

Memorials are suggested to the Greeley Fire and Rescue Department, Greeley Care Home and the Greeley United Methodist Church. Condolences may be sent to John Graff, 416 East Wicklow Avenue, Greeley, NE  68842.

For the health and safety of others social distancing and face masks are recommended for those attending the funeral.

Marie Eileen was born March 3, 1932, at Greeley, Nebraska to William and Lula (Moore) Hust. She spent her entire life in Greeley. She was a graduate of Greeley High School and Kearney State Teacher's College. Later in life Marie obtained a Master Degree from Kearney State College.

On June 10, 1951, Marie was united in marriage to Ellis "Alex" Graff at Greeley, Nebraska. Marie began teaching grade school in the early 50's and retired in 2005.

She was a member of the Greeley United Methodist Church and the Greeley Fire and Rescue Department. She served on the town board and was a volunteer for the Salvation Army.

Marie enjoyed visiting with friends at the local Café; mowing her lawn and helping at school events. She sang at many weddings, funerals and local events.

Survivors include a sister-in-law, Lois Graff; two nieces, Peggy Happ and Donna Bell; four nephews, John Graff, Jay Graff, Lonnie Clement and Steve Neimoth; and a host of relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Alex who passed away on September 24, 2005; a brother, William Hust, Jr.; and other extended family members.