Mary Eagan
August 25, 1934 ~ January 21, 2021
Mary (Jansen) Eagan, 86, Beech Grove, passed away January 21, 2021. Mary was born August 25, 1934, to the late Ralph and Elizabeth Ann (Daly) Jansen. She graduated from St. Agnes Academy in 1952, where she was a member of the National Honor Society. Mary graduated from Indiana Central University with a Master’s Degree in Education. She taught English at Roncalli High School.
Mary was preceded in death by her brothers, Ralph and Paul. Mary married the love of her life, Bernie Eagan, on September 3, 1955. They met in grade school, and Bernie survives. Additional survivors include her children, Diane, Bernard (Teresa), Thomas (Judy), Andrew, Joanne (Jesse) Cleary; sisters, Anne Armbruster and Estelle (Dick) Redoutey; ten grandchildren; nine great grandchildren.
In an effort to keep family and friends safe, visiting hours will not be observed. The Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m., Tuesday, January 26, 2021, in St. Mark Catholic Church. The Mass will be livestreamed by visiting www.stmarkindy.org. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark Church. Visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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In loving memory. The Beloat Family
Godmother, Rest easy in the presence of our God. Say hello to family members who have gone before you. Watch over us all, and help to guide us on our journey. You are missed but rest in peace . ߒ‹ MARY ANN and RICK ARNOLD
We were fortunate Mrs. Eagan taught us at Holy Name (Class ’06), and will always remember her. Will, Brendan, Kevin, Zach, Conor, Colin, David, Jimmy.
She was a great Lady. When my father was killed in October 1977 she says she had to do something to help my Mom. I told her the laundry wasn’t done and God love her she came over and took the clothes home, brought them back, clean and pressed. One of the best teacher at Holy Name. We were so blessed to have know her. Prayers for the Eagan family from Spike and Nancy
Diane, so sorry to hear about your Moms passing. May she rest in peace. Prayers for the family. Bev Rosa-Vehling. RHS’74
She was such a wonderful lady. She substituted at Holy Name when I went there and would often remind us she “had eyes in the back of her head” incase we tried to switch seats when her back was turned. We all loved her. She was always so kind. Sorry for your los
She was such a great woman and was definitely one of my favorite teachers and really kept our attention! She will be missed! ߘ”
Mary was a great lady! I met her at Holy Name when she started to substitute teach. The kids loved her as did the teachers. She will be missed.
River & Blakely Eagan will grow up hearing Grandma Eagan stories. Deeply missed…
Dear grandma God has gained an amazing angel when he called you home all of us will miss you so very much and we will all have different memories the one thing I know for sure how you dearly loved every one of your grandchildren in your own way grandma you watched over all of us while we were growing up we all loved to come to Grandma’s house not knowing if any cousins was there just to spend time with our grandma and grandpa we were lucky to have their grandparents we have I don’t remember many of the stories that we always said on the front porch and talked and we would sit there for hours then we would go to Uncle Tom’s house just for a swim you were a great teacher at school but you were even a greater teacher at all things grandma you helped Justin teach me how to ride my bike with out training wheeles you use to make sure all of your babys knew how to swim correctly you even said to us some of you kids sound like old people come up stairs you breath through your nose out through your mouth I will never forget our camping trips no parents just grandma and grandpa for a week cooking on fire boat rides on lake I remember when justin skied behind the boat you say Okay takeoff I’ll never forget all the wonderful memories with you my sweet grandmother I Love You Now rest in peace watch over us I always go by Grandpa’s and throw the love sign that you taught me when I was so little this is not a goodbye this is a see you later now you go up there and you have fun and have fun with God and our loving family
Mary was full of spirit. She was a great fan and loved sports. She loved her family. I loved visiting their campsite at Monroe. Mary was always welcoming and cheerful. She was a BG and Holy Name Legend. She was an English teacher with passion, always pleasant and a heart of gold. On behalf of the Cahill family, we will remember Mary, Bernie and the entire Eagan family in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead. Love, peace and prayers. Mike and Joan Cahill
Jody, deepest sympathies to you and your entire family at this sad time. May God comfort you and yours. Your old friends, Jerry and Terri Wilson
I always enjoyed talking with Mary and she always had a story to tell. She was such a beautiful, kind and wise woman whose smile was so contagious…My prayers are with you all.
In loving memory of our Grandma. You will be missed and remembered forever.
Was my favorite teacher of all my years . Loved her energy and attitude and still use some of her phrases to this day. She impacted me so much that I reached out to her 5 years ago to just simply let her know how I felt about her and how much she impacted my life. We spoke for over an hour and just talked about life in general. She will be greatly missed, but her legacy will live in all of our hearts forever. RIP
Judy and I wish to extend our sympathy to Bernie and his family for the loss of his wife and their loved one. May she rest in peace.
Jody & family, please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
St. Joseph, who had the happiness to die in the arms of Jesus and Mary, take this soul, consecrated to your most Chaste Spouse, to dwell with Our Lord
With deepest sympathy,
Thanks for being a great friend of the McKenzie family Mrs. E! Thanks for teaching us at Holy Name and my Mom always loved your great conversations. Thanks for putting up with “Thomas” and I also.Sorry I can’t make it down there today! RIP!! Hardy
My name is Randy West I’ve known Mary and Bernie and Tom since I moved here in about 1972 she is always been a happy face and always appreciative of anything that I did for them working on their vehicles she was a great lady I will miss her much
Condolences to the entire Eagan family from Everyone at ULG Skilled Trades.
My deepest condolences and prayers to the entire Eagan Family! What a beautiful Mass remembering a beautiful and special person. I remember Mrs Eagan especially as a substitute teacher at Holy Name and the absolute joy we felt when we saw her in the classroom. A true inspiration, loving, caring and a wonderful sense of humor she brought so many-whether in class, church or around the Grove! Rest In Heaven Mrs. Eagan! Karen Keyler Anderson
Prayers for Tom and Family, what a Beautiful Tribute to Mrs. Eagan, such a Sweet Lady. With Love Lisa, Maria, Sarah & Patrick McKenzie
I just wanted to thank Mrs.EAGAN for always Make me laugh when she was teaching me at Roncalli and always calling my bluff about not chewing gum in her class He was always out of her back turned to us as she was writing on the board always say I’m waiting would sit there until everyone of us through our gum out of our mouths into the thrash LOL but most of all she always believed in me even when others did not she became more than my teacher she became a friend that’s you and always remember you every day of my life for everything you did may you rest in peace.
Mary was a special person. I will never forget her laugh, her kindness, her generosity and her friendship. She never knew a stranger. This is a special family to me. Diane a special friend, Bernie who was the DJ at our wedding, Andy who I followed in the Third Generation Band, Jodie whom I coached, and Tom I went to school with, and dad who I always loved and respected. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless You. She will never be forgotten. With Love, Jim and Vicki (Cain) Little
I loved having Mrs. Eagan as a sub. Always felt loved and safe with her, even though she was tough as nails!! ❤️❤️
Mrs. E is a Beech Grove HOF’er. In all ways, a beauty. She used to delight in mocking us boys with superior wit and humor, but with a wink and a smile that made us feel special, and cared for. Part of something special.. and it was, and always will be to those that were fortunate enough to know her. Prayers to the entire Eagan family from the entire Beloat Family.
To the entire Eagan family. We were all so sad to hear of Mrs. Eagan’s passing. In school, everyone knew you were going to have some laughs when Mrs. Eagan was going to be your substitute teacher that day. She always seemed to have something funny to say when I would see her at events. Again, so sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.