Age 69, of Lawrence, died on Saturday, December 20, 2014 after a long illness. Beloved wife of Gerald T. Wilson, for 47 years; loving mother of Timothy (Agnes Caldwell) Wilson, Kevin Wilson, & Brian (Amy) Wilson; grandmother of Annie, Jack, Emily, Abigail, Owen, & Evan; sister of Margaret (Frank) Zack, Michael (Pamela) Fischer, Mark (Linda) Fischer, Mary Ellen (Bob) Hamilton, Marlene (Rickard) Schafer, & Martha (Randy) Breier; daughter of the late Henry & Helen Fischer; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Maria enjoyed cooking, baking, and gardening. Most of all she loved spending time with her family. Family and Friends are welcome at O'BRIEN/ SULLIVAN FUNERAL HOME, 41555 Grand River, Novi MI 48375, 248-348-1800 on Saturday December 27th, from 2 to 6:30 pm, followed by a prayer service at 6:30 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com