Mary Ann Osteen, born on April 17, 1947, in East Prairie, Missouri, to Elvis Baker and Faye Hill Baker, passed away peacefully at her home on January 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A lifelong resident of Hardee County, Mary Ann was a cherished member of her community and a devoted member of Northside Baptist Church. Mary Ann was known for her kind and caring spirit, embodying the values of her Christian faith. She was a passionate fan of Elvis Presley and found joy in feeding the wild birds that frequented her yard. Above all, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose family was her greatest treasure. She is survived by her beloved husband of 61 years, Claude "Buddy" Osteen; her son, Kenny Osteen, and fiancee Jessie of Wauchula, Florida; her daughter, Trish Newman, and husband Eddie of Wauchula, Florida; her brothers, Johnny Baker and wife Cheryl of Wauchula, Florida, and Dennis Hilton of Wauchula, Florida; her sisters, Evelyn Hurst of Arkansas, Linda McNabb of Wauchula, Florida, and Joyce Perez of Wauchula, Florida; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her brothers, Jessie Perez, Carl Hurst, and Gary McNabb, as well as her sisters, Reba Seay, Lucy Hilton, and Mary Whidden. A celebration of Mary Ann's life will be held at Northside Baptist Church on Sunday, February 2, 2025, with a visitation beginning at 1 PM, followed by funeral services at 2 PM. Mitch Landress will officiate the service. Interment will take place at New Hope Baptist Cemetery following Services. Mary Ann Osteen will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her legacy of love, kindness, and faith will continue to inspire those she leaves behind.