Mary Wood Schuler, 86, Minot died on Sunday, January 24, 2010 in her home.

Mary was born on December 3, 1923 in Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada to William and Mary (Campbell) Cameron. Mary spent her youth in Fort Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan where she graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation, she enlisted in the Canadian Army. During World War II she provided support services out of Ottawa, Ontario before returning to Regina. It was during this time that she enjoyed competing on various curling teams.

Mary moved from Regina to Minot in 1955 and married John J. Schuler on August 13, 1955. For several years she was employed as the secretary to Minot Public Schools Superintendent Paul Miller. During those years, Mary became good friends with many school administrators and teachers. In 1959, their only child Karen was born. For the next 18 years, Mary was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker and John continued his career with the Burlington Northern Railroad retiring as the assistant Fargo area engineer. John passed away in 1993 and Mary continued to live in Minot until the time of her death.

Mary and John enjoyed fishing with friends and spending time at the Eagles, American Legion and VFW clubrooms. Mary especially enjoyed reading, gardening and weekly trips with friends to area casinos. She was very proud of her military service to Canada and was a 30 year member of the Royal Canadian Legion.

Mary is survived by her daughter: Karen (Jerry) Lauer of Fargo and a brother William (Dorothy) Cameron of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; Canada.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Funeral Service: Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in the Thomas Family Funeral Home Chapel.
Interment will be in Rosehill Memorial Park - Minot.
Visitation will be on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. in the Thomas Family Funeral Home - Minot.