Mary Maioni-Horsch 86 of South Daytona went to Heaven on May 24 2011 after a long life of serving the Lord Jesus through her daily actions. She was born June 29 1924 in Eagle TX to the late Rev. Gustave B. Rayner and Francis Hale Rayner. A celebration of Mary's life will be Thursday June 2 at Baggett & Summers at 736 S. Beach St. in Daytona Beach at 12 noon with the Rev. Mark Spivey officiating. Burial to follow at Daytona Memorial Park The family will receive friends prior to service at 11am.

Mary and her family moved to Daytona Beach in 1959 when she became manager of the restaurant in the Sea Dip Motel. Then during the 70s and 80s Mary and her husband Joe owned and operated a small restaurant Joe and Mary's Grill. Many hundreds of locals enjoyed the featured ""home cooking" fare.

After illness forced Joe to retire Mary took a position on the staff of First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach as the manager of the church kitchen carrying out all phases of planning and preparing the meals associated with the services and special events at the church. She held that position for 13 years affectionately known as ""Miss Mary."" Mary was a lady of many talents and in addition to her success as a restaurateur she was an accomplished seamstress who also enjoyed crocheting and knitting. She was also a beloved Sunday School teacher for most of her life.

Just as she retired from her position at the church the Lord sent her another wonderful man. They enjoyed a whirlwind courtship of about two months. She married Arthur Horsch in 1999 and they had eight wonderful years together until his untimely death.

Mary was also predeceased by her first husband of 51 years Joseph Maioni and a daughter Cece (Brower). Survivors include her two other daughters Modine ""Mo"" Barrett (John) of South Daytona with whom she lived and Anji Brazell (Carl) of Palm Coast; five grandchildren Kevin (Sarah) and Heather (Barrett); Michael David and John (Brazell); and 2 great grandchildren Kevin's children Everett - 4 yrs. and Gracie - 2 yrs.

Everyone who knew ""Miss Mary"" loved her and her family will miss her deeply. Condolences are welcome and may be shared with the family at www.lohmanfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are under the direct supervision of Baggett & Summers Funeral Home.