HICKS, MARY ANN (nee GODDEN) After a life filled with love, laughter and adventure, our dear Mom passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, at the age of 86, in Toronto. She was surrounded by the love of her family. Mary Ann was born in Toronto, the youngest of three children of Frank and Emma Godden. Mary Ann married her beloved husband, Doug in 1960 and settled with him in Toronto. They were happily married for 64 years. Mary Ann was predeceased by Doug, her parents, her sister, Claire Freek (brother-in-law Clarence Freek), and her brother, Ewart Godden. Together, Mary Ann and Doug raised their four children, Kathy (Ted Mills), Andrew (Ellen Christie), Laura (Jeff Simpkins) and Brenda (Tim Mullen). Mary Ann was a spirited and adored Nana, to Tory (Adam), Emily (Ethan), Erin, Annie (Julian), Jamie (Jordyn), JD (Samantha), Trevor, Dane and Will. She delighted in being “GG” to Cooper, Emmett, “Little” Annie, Joseph (Joey) and Jane. Auntie Mary Ann will be fondly remembered by her special nieces and nephews. Mary Ann was a proud graduate of Toronto East General Hospital School of Nursing, class of 1959. After raising their four children, Mary Ann returned to nursing and enjoyed many years working with seniors in a retirement residence. Mary Ann filled her retirement years with, extensive travel with Doug and friends, summers at Tall Trees on Cameron Lake, curling, walking, tennis, bridge, and she was a fierce Scrabble master. Most importantly, Mary Ann relished time with her family. She was always happiest when we were all together. A Celebration of Life has been planned for Monday, April 28, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Jubilee United Church, 40 Underhill Drive, Don Mills, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to North York General Hospital.