Maria E. Mlynar - Cremation Society of Virginia

Maria E. Mlynar

Date of Death: February 2, 2025

Maria E. Mlynar entered the kingdom of heaven peacefully in her sleep on the morning of February 2nd, 2025 after a nine-month battle with colon cancer.

She grew up in Stamford, Connecticut, where she survived a traumatic childhood accident that left her with burns on 80% of her body. In adulthood, she moved to Virginia Beach, Virginia, where she met her loving husband and best friend, James E. Mlynar.

Maria was extremely talented in all things art and was active in several art groups. She was a devout Christian and was very involved in her church, where she spent several years leading a Sunday school class. She also enjoyed spending her time volunteering in the community, in the public schools, and working with the elderly. But her most important job was raising her three children.

Maria was loved by many and chose to spend her final days surrounded by family and close friends. She is survived by her husband, James; her three children: Jessica, Joshua, and Christina Mlynar; her sister, Lucy Stuart; her nieces, Julia and Justina Stuart; as well as her brother-and-sister-in-law, John and Lynda Mlynar; her niece and nephew, Lyndsay and Jordan Mlynar; and her sister-in-law, Judi Mlynar-Rosenberg, and her nephew, Keith Rosenberg.

Maria’s life will be celebrated in a small, closed gathering of her family. In lieu of sending flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Maria‘s name to the Shriners Hospital for Children, https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?sc_icid=home-btn-donate-now.

Maria touched many lives and her presence will be greatly missed. We love you very much, Mom. “Te duam shume, Mami.”

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Maria E. Mlynar entered the kingdom of heaven peacefully in her sleep on the morning of February 2nd, 2025 after a nine-month battle with colon cancer. She grew up in Stamford, Connecticut, where she survived a traumatic childhood accident that left her with burns on 80% of her body. In adulthood, she moved to Virginia…

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In Loving Memory of Maria For more than 40 years, Maria was not just my friend—she was my sister in faith. Maria was a woman of incredible faith, a true example of God’s love in action. During my darkest moments, she lifted me up with her prayers, her comforting words, and her steady presence. No matter how heavy my heart felt, her phone calls reminded me that I was never alone. She had a way of turning even the most difficult days into moments of hope, simply by being who she was—a selfless, compassionate soul who truly lived her faith. Our friendship spanned decades, filled with laughter, shared memories, and an unbreakable bond. It’s hard to imagine life without her, but I know her spirit lives on in every life she touched. She taught me the power of prayer, the beauty of true friendship, and the strength that comes from trusting in God. Maria, I will forever cherish the memories we made, the love we shared, and the faith you instilled in me. Though my heart aches with your absence, I find peace knowing you are now resting in God’s embrace, free from pain, watching over us with that same love you always gave so freely. Until we meet again, my dear friend. You will always be in my heart.

🙏👼🦋♥️🌅🌄My Dear Marie, you are a beautiful and shining light in Heaven as you were and are on earth. With All of My Heart and Love Always, Robin Jean Rice🙏👼🦋♥️🫶

Oops! In my prior words of honor and celebrating Marie and her life, I meant to say, “singing -praises- up in Heaven…….

I wanted to add to my above thoughts. I wanted to say that I give my sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers, love, and thoughts to Jim, Marie‘s husband, Joshua, Jessica, and Christina, Marie’s three children, Lucy, Marie’s sister, and Marie’s entire family. Just know that Marie is with her Savior and she is up in heaven, singing phrases and dancing in joy and watching over you all with great love. With all of my heart, love, prayers, and hugs, Robin Jean Rice🙏🙏😇👼♥️♥️🌹🌹🦋🦋

I was sad to hear about the passing of dear, precious Marie. I give you my heartfelt prayers, thoughts and love, Jim, Joshua, Jessica, and Christina. I know that Marie is with her beautiful and amazing Savior, Jesus, walking streets of Gold. I cherish the friendship that I shared with Marie. She was an amazing mentor and witness to me. She was such an encourager and a prayer warrior. She loved her God and always gave Him the praise for everything. This is the legacy that Marie passes on, and she passed on to me personally: to always exemplify the Lord and to show love to others and the love of Jesus to others. Marie always showed this to me and I considered her not just a close friend, but a sister in Jesus. In this last year, Marie and I had beautiful times together of singing praises and praying and loving on each other. It was beautiful. I will always remember how Marie was there for me through some tough times and she was so kind and loving to me; she wrote me many beautiful cards and also gave me a beautiful Journal book that had I Corinthians 13 on the outer part of the book both sides. She wrote some beautiful thoughts in this book. I cherish this book and the cards Marie has given me. She is such a gracious individual. I love and cherish you with all of my heart, my dear and precious Friend And Sister 🙏👼😇♥️🥰 in Jesus. With all of my Heart, Soul, and Love Always, Robin Jean - I miss you so much.

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In memory of Maria E. Mlynar, Jessica lit a candle

We're so sorry to hear of Marie's passing! She was a faithful Scrapbook Ministry participant and even helped me lead classes from time to time. She was super gifted in crafts, cardmaking and scrapbooking and we were always amazed by her creativity! This photo was from March 16, 2024 at our All Day Crop event. There were many who were interested in coming to her memorial from our group and we all send our condolences. We know we will see you again, Marie!

My sincere and deepest condolences for the dear, grieving family of Marie. May you know the breadth and depth of God's great love for you all. Praying that He guides and comforts you during your season of grief.

May you rest in the arms of Jesus, my lovely friend 💜 Thank you for being a beautiful, sweet sister in Christ, who shared such an amazing passion for our Lord! What a testimony you had, and love that you shared it with me. I will treasure the memories of our crafting times and Bible studies always! You are truly missed💕 Praying for comfort over your beloved family, that the God of our salvation will continue to guide and protect them in your absence 🙏

In memory of Maria E. Mlynar, Judi lit a candle

I was blessed to have gotten to know Marie through Tidewater Artist Group. Marie was a beautiful soul inside and out. Such a strong. amazing. creative woman and I'm so glad that Sharon brought to our group. We are so much better for having her bless our lives. My sincere condolences to Maries family and friends. Heaven gain an amazing angel.

In memory of Maria E. Mlynar, Jamie Porter lit a candle

Mlynar Family, please accept our deepest condolences as you navigate through this challenging time. My heart aches for the pain you must be feeling. Know that I am here for you whenever you need a shoulder to lean on. May the comforting thought of Maria being free from pain and embraced by the Lord bring you peace. Rest in peace, Maria.

I know you went through the gate my sister and you are with Jesus love you and miss you

In memory of Maria E. Mlynar, Priscilla Gibbs lit a candle

I am so heartbroken that our dear Marie is no longer with us, but I also rejoice in knowing that she is with the Lord, who she loved so much. Marie brought so much joy to my life in the short time that I knew her. She will be forever missed and not forgotten. She had the most beautiful of souls. Sending my sincere condolences to her family.

In remembrance of my dear Titi, I want to share with anyone who reads this that she was the foundation of our family. She was always there to support us in our times of need. Despite the challenges she faced in life, she never saw herself as a victim; instead, she was always victorious through our Messiah and Savior. Although she may have lost her battle with cancer, she has gained a new life in our Heavenly Father's Kingdom, which far surpasses anything this world has to offer. She is loved and missed more than words can express. I love you, Titi. Forever and always.

In memory of María E. Mlynar, Elida Arguello lit a candle

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