Mary Lopes Klimenko - Born on August 2, 1966 in Petaluma; passed away on January 23, 2011 in Tampa Bay, FL. Devoted mother of Larissa and Nathan Klimenko of Florida. Adored daughter of Marcella and Edward Lopes of Petaluma. Cherished sister of Eddie Lopes (Jenny) of Rohnert Park, Mike Lopes, and Jennifer Lehmann (Joel) all of Petaluma. Loving aunt of Caitlin, Kylie, and Kendall Lopes; and Kelsey Lehmann, who is also Maryâ??s goddaughter. Survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Mary was born, reared and educated in Petaluma, graduating from Petaluma High School in 1984 and Julian Nation College in Santa Rosa. Mary worked as a legal assistant for 15 years, and has been living in Florida since 1998. She enjoyed traveling, the beach, going to concerts, and Disneyland. Mary was a SF 49ers fan and enjoyed watching Sunday football, but after moving to Florida, she rooted for the Bucs. She also loved margaritas and was known as â??Margarita Mary.â?