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Memorial Service: 2 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 1-2 p.m. Saturday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Mary J. King, age 81, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Sunday morning, October 9, 2016, at Flora Gardens Care Center in Flora.
Mary was born on January 30, 1935, in Kilgore, Texas, the daughter of Richard and Ola Mae Cooper. She was united in marriage to Charles E. King on January 31, 1976, in St. Charles, Illinois.
Mary was employed by AT&T for 27 ½ years and after she and Charles retired, they moved back to Flora in 1990. She was a member of First Southern Baptist Church in Flora. She loved her church, her pastor, her family, friends, and her little dog, Gabby.
Mary is survived by her husband: Charles King of Flora; two step-sons: Mark King and Tony King both of Maple Park; one brother: Richard (Ruth) Cooper of Flora; three sisters: Audra (Glen) Rosenberger of Flora, Patsy (Kenneth) Hoard of Louisville, and Margie (John) Barnett of Lawrenceville; a sister-in-law: Carolyn Curnutt of Olympia, Washington; two grandchildren: Dianna (Lonnie) Simms and Zachary King, both of Aurora; six great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters: Lillian Pyles and Betty Scott, and a niece and nephew.
A memorial service for Mary King will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 2016, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with visitation from 1-2 p.m. on Saturday. A private interment will be held at Maple Hill Cemetery, Fairfield. Memorial donations in Mary’s memory may be given to First Southern Baptist Church.
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Charlie & family-So sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts. God bless.
You guys are in our prayers
We will miss your smile, your laughter and you. We love you Aunt Mary. All our love and prayers to Uncle Charles and your family.
Sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Prayers for her family.
Godspeed on your journey Aunt Mary. Love, hugs, thoughts, and prayers to Uncle Charles and Aunt Mary's siblings.
So sorry Charlie, You and the family are in our prayers.
Praying for Charlie and the family.. God Bless
We are so sorry for your lost.
So sorry to hear about Mary's passing. We are so grateful to her for being a wonderful friend to Blanche. She will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers for you during this hard time. We loved Mary and will always be thankful for her friendship with my Mom.
So sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. Praying for you during this difficult time.
Our condolences to the family. Aunt Mary was always so sweet to me and always took a genuine interest in my well being. Prayers and much love to Uncle Charles and the rest of the family.
Grandma you will be missed so much. Glad I was able to get down to see you a few weeks ago. I love you.
Charlie and family we are so sorry for your loss, what a sweet woman, she will be greatly missed. Bless you and the family.
Rest in peace, Aunt Mary.
Charlie, My deepest sympathy
Charlie I am so sorry. Mary was a wonderful lady & good friend of our family. She will be missed. God has gained another Angel. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family
She was a sweet lady!
We are so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. You are in our prayers Charlie.
So sorry Charlie . Thoughts and Prayers for All ....
My heart is broken, I will always have a special place in my heart for you... I am so thankful for all the special memories we shared. You were the best friend ever. Love you
So sorry for your loss. We know how great the love and how much Mary will be missed.
Charlie we are so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed visiting with her at Julian's as we ate our chicken.
Condolences to the family. She was a wonderful God loving lady. Thoughts and Prayers.
Charlie I just want you to know how sorry I am about Mary. You and her were so good to my daughter Makayla and she loved both of you with all her heart. May the good Lord comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Charlie, I am so sorry for your loss.
Charlie, and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Mary was such a sweetheart. Love you all!
Charlie we are so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
You are in our thoughts and prayers!!
You are in our Thoughts and Prayers Charlie and Family. Mary was so much fun. I will never forget Her laugh.
So sorry to hear of Marys passing . You and Your Family are in my Thoughts and Prayers ...
Charlie so sorry for your loss. Mary was the sweetest lady. She will be greatly missed. Prayers to you and your family. God Bless.
Aunt Mary jenette will miss your beautiful cheerful smile .Will see you on the otherside someday .until then Godspeed Love Tessie
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