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Celebration of Life Ceremony: 2 p.m. Sunday, August 30, 2020, at the Community of Christ Church in Flora
Interment: Orchard Hill Cemetery, Louisville
Visitation: 4-7 p.m. on Saturday evening at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora
Mary Campbell Bunnell, age 89, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020, at the Heritage Woods Assisted Living Facility in Flora with her family at her bedside.
She was born October 26, 1930, in Xenia, Illinois, the daughter of Ralph Emerson and Hazel (Henson) Campbell. She was united in marriage to Dr. Donald Bunnell on August 15, 1954, in Flora, Illinois. Performing the ceremony was Harry Henson of Xenia.
Mary was a devoted mother and grandmother. Not only was she noted for her beautiful, sweet smile and personality, but also for her cooking and famous recipes which were sought after by many people. Her homemade mustard, cinnamon rolls, whole wheat bread, and her classic dish “squash casserole” were just a few. She loved to talk about the people of Xenia and “the good ole days.” She was an expert on Clay and Wayne County genealogy and never missed the annual Xenia Fish Fry or Community of Christ’s annual Brush Creek Family Reunion south of Xenia. She also loved the family garden, bird watching, and her collection of “all things cardinals.” She was noted for her devotion to her church, the Community of Christ Church in Flora where she helped prepare many meals, was always there when the church doors opened, and taught Sunday school for over 30 years.
Surviving are her husband: Dr. Donald Bunnell of Flora; two children: Mary Emily (Mike) Putbrese of Xenia and John Campbell Bunnell of Salem; 6 grandchildren: Stephen (Betsy) Putbrese, Ben (Jenny) Putbrese, Lauren (Moises) Carro, and Adam, Emma, and Ellie Bunnell; 1 great-grandchild: Anna Elizabeth Putbrese; a brother: George Emerson Campbell of Ogden, Utah; and nephews: Craig Campbell of Ogden, Utah and Clayton Campbell of Japan.
Preceding her in death were her parents; grandparents; sister-in-law: Sandy Williams Campbell; aunt and uncle: Henry and Mildred Shufeldt; and aunt and uncle: Leslie and Jenelle Campbell.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, August 30, 2020, at the Community of Christ Church in Flora. Interment will follow in Orchard Hill Cemetery, Louisville. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. on Saturday evening at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. In accordance with an Illinois mandate, face masks will be required, and social distancing is recommended. Memorial donations are suggested to Flora Community of Christ Church and will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a memory or condolence visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Nov 15, 1940 - Nov 9, 2024
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Dr Bunnell, so sorry for your loss and your family. Prayers
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Dr. Bunnell and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Mary was such a sweet lady and always so friendly to everyone she met. Prayers of comfort for all the family.
I am going to miss Mary and her beautiful smile. Don, you and your family are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. I love all of you.
So sorry to hear this. Mary was so kind to me and my Xenia husband. Then she and Doc lived across street from my folks on Shadwell street in Flora. It always gave me comfort knowing they were there. Rest In Peace my dear friend
I was so proud and honored to be Mary Campbell's "Prom Date" at Xenia's High School in 1946. She was such a pretty and sweet girl. Farewell old school friend and my condolences to her family.
sorry for your family's loss will have fond memories of waiting on you folks on Sunday at the Country Kitchen
Thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers. Heaven is a brighter place with her smile and her presence. She was truly an amazing lady with so much love, compassion, and care for everyone around her. She will be missed by many.
We are so very sorry for your loss. You're all in our prayers.
Mary was a sweet, kind and compassionate lady. She will be missed by all who knew her. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet lady. There was probably quite a crowd that met her at the gate to welcome her.
To John and Emily, So sorry about your Mother’s passing. She was a sweet and precious lady, and my friend. My sympathies with you and your family. Thinking of you with much love.
She was a wonderful Lady and will be missed by all who knew her Love and Laughter Monk
May your precious memories sustain you during this difficult time. I will miss seeing Mary at church. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
D.L., Emily, John and families...You’re all in our thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace sweet Mary 🌻
We will all miss Mary’s beautiful smile and kind words. She was a delight to be around. My thoughts and prayers are certainly with the family at this difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
I'm so sorry for your family's loss. I do not believe I ever saw Mary without a radiant smile. I know she will be missed by all that knew her.
Mary was truly one of the kindest people we have ever known. Our love and condolences to all of you. May sweet memories of her bring you peace.
My sympathy is extended to all of Mary's family. She was always so sweet and kind, and always welcomed me with open arms. She will be missed by so many! Much love and prayers!
Sending prayers for peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Dr. Bunnell so very sorry for your loss. Have thought of you both often. Mary was such a kind and sweet lady and will be missed by many. Prayers for you, Emily, John and families.
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Bunnell passing. May God comfort the family during their time of sorrow.
Mary was a lovely person and such a pleasure . Love her and Dr. Bunnell. God loving people. Prayers for all the family. Mary will certainly be missed
We are so sorry to hear of your earthly loss. She was such a beautiful, sweet lady!
Hi Dr. Bunnell and Family: I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your Loved One and my dear Sister in Christ. May God bless each one of you at this time. Remember all the good times you had with Mary over they years as they are so precious. I know that all of you will miss her but we do know that she has been called home to be with her Heavenly Father. I must tell you that I am Marilyn (Shehorn) Tarbutton the daughter of Lawrence Shehorn who passed away 9-11-2016. I am a member of the Community of Christ. I moved away from Illinois and went to Nevada and California in 1959. I was back home several years ago to visit my Dad and other relatives and if I remember right I meet Don at that time over at the church. With my deepest sympathy sent with a lot of love and blessings. Marilyn
Don and family, So sorry for your loss. Tim and Bridget
We were so sorry to learn of Mary’s passing. She was such a sweet lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
So very sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers go out to Mary's family and friends.
She grew more beautiful each passing year. Her smile , her smile....
We are so sorry about Mary’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. I enjoyed working with her in the kitchen at Brush Creek, and we both loved talking and visiting with her at Brush Creek. We love your family.
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers. From Ann and Bonnie Waggoner, Cathy and Howard Hartman and family
If you had the chance to know her, you were blessed. She was an angel. Hugs, thoughts and prayers to Dr. Bunnell and family.
Such a beautiful soul...today heaven gained an ANGEL. Condolences to the family. May you all find peace.
Sorry for your loss. Such a sweet lady.
Sorry for your loss, thinking of u all.
May God bless and give comfort and strength. Love and prayers
Sorry for your loss. Mary was a beautiful lady. Prayers of comfort for all the family.
Dr. Bunnell, we are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. We pray that God will comfort you and bless you with many precious memories of your beloved one.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dr. Bunnell, Emily, John and families, So sorry for the loss of your wife and Mother. Mary always had the sweetest, kind countenance and just seemed to glow with a lovely, kind spirit. All that knew her were truly blessed by her warmth and loving influence. My sympathies to your entire family.
Dear Dr Bunnell and Family, May God bless you as you cope with this great loss! I have learned that life will never be the same, but we are ever so much better for having had something so great to lose. I always think of Mary with that beautiful smile on her face!
We are so sorry for your families loss.
Dear Dr Bunnell: You and Mary have been a tremendous asset to Flora and all of Clay County. You have also been a great inspiration to those around you especially when it comes to leading a life of humble CHRISTIAN service. Doc, you and your family are in Debbie and I’s thoughts and prayers. GOD BLESS YOU Brad Harris
We are so sorry for the family's loss! Mary was a wonderful woman and a great neighbor. She always had a smile on her face and a story to tell. We really miss seeing her driving past our house. Our thoughts and prayers are with Don and the family during these difficult times.
Sending prayers, love and hugs to the family. Praying God gives you all strength to adjust to life without such a sweet loving wife, mother and grandmother. ❤️
Such a sweet sweet lady.I will miss her shopping in the IGA..Always had to stop and chat..thinking of you guys..Never met anyone with such charm and grace..
Mary always smiled and made one feel that she was glad to see them. I remember homemade plum jelly from her kitchen. A wonderful woman to share life's journey with.
To Don,Emily and John and family. ...may God bring you all comfort and peace. And carry you through this difficult time. Mary was a beautiful kind soul. An Angel on Earth and now an Angel in Heaven. Sending much love and prayers from Arizona.
Dr. Bunnell and family, Gary and I are so sorry for your loss. Mary was a sweet wonderful person We always enjoyed talking with her. You are all in our prayers!
So very sorry for your loss. She was a delightful person whenever she was near. May she rest in peace and may you all Find comfort.
Love to you all! Mary was one of a kind, a sweet soul sent to bless all she came in contact with.
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