Mary Lou (Selleck) Wertz, age 82, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. 

She was born on March 16, 1941 in Towanda, PA, a daughter of the late Waldo Selleck and Eleanor (Wilcox) Lattimer. 

She graduated from Athens High School, class of 1959.  Mary was married to Ed Wertz for 64 years and retired from both Dresser Manufacturing and Laurel Health Systems where she was Personnel Director and Director of Development respectively.

She loved to paint, spend time with her grandchildren, family and friends in Oak Island, NC, as well as traveling with her best friend Sandy Griscavage.  She was an Executive Member of the Republican National Committee as well as a member of the Artists Guild, Wellsboro Women’s Chorus, Ladies Golf Association and volunteered at the Food Pantry and Wellsboro Hospital for many years.

She was a member of the Wellsboro United Methodist Church where she was also in the choir. 

Mary is survived by her husband: Ed Wertz of Wellsboro, PA, son: Eric (Stephanie) Wertz of Pittsburgh, PA, brother: David (Lynne) Selleck of Erie, PA, sisters: Nancy (Ray) Maxim of Sayre, PA, Linda (George) Chapman of Boalsburg, PA, grandchildren: Olivia Wertz, Gillian Wertz and Hayden Wertz. 

She was predeceased by a son: Mark Wertz in 1981. 

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dementia Society of America. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.