Mary Joanna "Nan" Jung

Mary Joanna "Nan" Jung, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was born on December 14, 1938, in Kansas City, Missouri, to James and Kathleen (Tasker) McCabe. She departed this life peacefully at home in Ottawa, Kansas, surrounded by her loving family on July 18, 2025.

Nan’s dedication to her career was evident throughout her 27 years as a cash office manager at Walmart, where she displayed unwavering commitment and a vibrant spirit that touched the lives of many. Her professional journey was marked by the same warmth and kindness that defined her personal life.

A proud alumna of Redemptorist Catholic School, Mary graduated in 1955 at the tender age of sixteen, showcasing an early commitment to education and excellence. Throughout her life, she cultivated a variety of passions that brought joy to those around her. In her younger years, she enjoyed waterskiing and bowling, activities that illustrated her zest for life. Later, she took pleasure in knitting, playing games, solving puzzles, and was known as an avid reader. Yet, her most cherished interest remained her family, to whom she was a steadfast supporter and a source of unconditional love.

Nan was united in marriage to William Jung III on March 25, 1961, a partnership that was valued, even as they later divorced. Together, they welcomed a loving family that consists of her son Bill Jung (Sue), son Bob Jung (Cheri), daughter Pam Lunger (Steve), son Brian Jung, daughter Jodi Harrell (Brett), and son Ryan Jung. Mary also had the joy of being a grandmother to seventeen grandchildren and a great-grandmother to twelve great-grandchildren, each of whom held a special place in her heart. She is survived by her brother Rick McCabe (Cheryl) and sister-in-law Kate McCabe, who alongside her children and grandchildren, will carry forward her legacy of love and compassion.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother David McCabe, both of whom she cherished deeply.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 25, 2025, from 10:00 AM, followed by a visitation at 11:00 AM at Dengel & Son Mortuary located at 235 S Hickory St, Ottawa, KS 66067.

Nan will be fondly remembered for her love of family, her generous spirit, and the countless memories she created with those lucky enough to have known her. Her legacy will continue through the lives she has touched and the love that she shared.

The family suggests memorial contributions to Franklin County Cancer Foundation c/o Dengel & Son Mortuary, 235 S. Hickory, Ottawa, Kansas 66067.

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