Age 55, of Lino Lakes.Passed unexpectedly on May 10, 2018.Survived by loving husband of 32 years, Joseph; daughters, Natasha and Kara; the shining light in her life, her granddaughter Aurora; parents, William & Margaret Atkins; sisters, Jeanette (Paul) Doeden and Leah (Brian) Seim; nieces, nephews, out-laws, other family and friends. Mar graduated from the College of St. Benedict and was a 20 + year Grants Coordinator for the Land O’ Lakes Foundation. She was active in 4H, Girl Scouts, and her church. She enjoyed knitting, traveling, reading, gardening and spending time with friends and family. Memorial service 11 AM Friday, May 18 at PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE WAY, 3382 Lexington Ave. N., Shoreview. Visitation at the church from 10-11 AM Friday.