Rochester, formerly of Williamsville, NY: Wednesday, March 31st, 2021 at the age of 90. Predeceased by her husband, Raymond F. Gebhardt; son, Robert R. Gebhardt; brother, Herbert W. Frank. Survived by her son, John F. (Ann Strachan); daughter, Karen S. (Mark) Wagner; grandchildren, Sharon, Erika and Jeffrey; brothers, Richard A. (Virginia) and James E. (Marjean) Frank; sister-in-law, Carol (Richard) Koppel; several nieces and nephews. Mary Anne was a 1951 graduate of Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa where she majored in Home Economics. She was very active with her Delta Delta Delta sorority throughout her life. In her early career, she was a copywriter for Better Homes and Gardens magazine in Des Moines. Later in life, Mary Anne became an advocate for children with special needs and was active in the Williamsville, NY Special Education PTSA. She was an avid seamstress, home decorator and a recreational golfer with her husband Raymond.

Services will be held at the family's convenience. Memorials may be made to Batten Disease Support and Research Association www.bdsra.org or to a charity of your choice.