Mary Rose Pierman passed away after a lengthy illness on Sunday, January 6, 2002, in her 88th year. Predeceased by her husband, Ernest. Dearest mother of Ken Pierman (Barb), Elaine Higgins (Dave), Mary Edythe Shearer (Jim) of Mt. Blanchard, Ohio, Paul Pierman (Judy), and John Pierman (Vicki). She will be sadly missed by her 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents, Martin and Elaine Franz and also by her dear companion, Glen Campbell. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home on Tuesday, Jan. 8 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, Jan. 9 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Don McMillan officiating. Interment at Goulais River Cemetery. Donations to Palliative Care or Renal Dialysis at the Sault Area Hospitals would be appreciated.