Mara Hope (nee Heikka) Seif, age 67, passed away with her loving husband by her side on April 5, 2016. She was born on April 4, 1949 in Detroit, MI. Mara was united in marriage to Howard Seif on October 13, 1973. Mara is survived by her husband Howard: mother Elma (102): brothers Eric and David Heikka and sister Faith Edgar. Mara is further survived by many other friends and family. A Memorial Service for Mara will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at the Eernisse Funeral Home (1167 Washington Ave. Cedarburg, WI 53012) at 6:00 PM. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Leukemia Lymphoma Society (https://donate.lls.org/lls/donate) or the charity of your choice are appreciated. A special thank you to the caring staff at Froedtert Hospital and the Medical College of Wisconsin and the Cancer Center - Grace Clinic. Also to Dr. Hari, Sarah, Mary and all who cared for Mara in her last days.