On Oct. 30, 2025, Maureen Groves left the bonds of this earthly life to be reunited with her beloved mother, grandmother and grandfather.

She passed surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of strength, compassion, and deep devotion to family and friends.

Maureen was born on July 16, 1957, at Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital to Doni Hurd McMullen and Michael McMullen.

She spent her childhood years in Hillsboro, Oregon, and Hemet, California, experiences that helped shape her lifelong love of nature and the outdoors.

Maureen graduated from Patrick Henry High School in San Diego, California, in 1975 and went on to attend UC Santa Barbara, where she majored in pre-med.

Following her studies, Maureen began a fulfilling career with the Santa Barbara Medical Foundation Clinic as a physical therapist. Through her professional life, she touched countless lives with her care, empathy and dedication.

Throughout her adult life, Maureen faced significant health challenges, including Type 1 diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and heart disease. She met these battles with remarkable courage and grace.

Among her greatest blessings was becoming a mother to her cherished child Courtney, lovingly known as “Court,” who was the true love of her life. She also shared a deep and enduring partnership with her husband Mark, to whom she was married for 47 years.

Maureen found joy in the outdoors and embraced adventure. She loved camping, windsurfing, water skiing, and snow skiing.

She also delighted in life’s simple pleasures and had a lifelong fondness for Mickey Mouse, a reflection of her warm spirit and playful heart.

Her deep love for animals was evident in the care and affection she gave to her beloved companions Maxwell, Murphy and Maggie.

Maureen is survived by her husband Mark; son Courtney “Court” and daughter-in-law Crissy; brother William McMullen; nephews Jared and Ryan; and sister-in-law Debbie Darrel.

She will also be profoundly missed by her many friends, former patients, and all whose lives she touched with her kindness and strength.

A celebration of Maureen’s life will be held in the near future. All relatives, friends, former patients, and those who knew and loved her will be welcome to attend and honor a truly remarkable woman.

Maureen will forever be remembered as a devoted mother, a loving wife, a loyal friend, a resilient spirit, and a beautiful soul.