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Mary Davis Obituary


MARY LOU DAVIS

VICTORIA - Mary Lou Davis, 89, of Victoria, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2008. She was born July 31, 1918, in Knoxville, Ill., to the late John M. and Rhetta Lacy Steele.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas L. Davis; a grandson, Rodney Hairell; and a brother, Russell Steele.
She is survived by her daughters, Diana Hughes and husband Dennis of Victoria and Dorothy Hairell of Victoria; two grandsons, Ryan Hairell and wife Nancy of Houston and Reed Hairell and wife Elise of Inez; four great-grandchildren, R.J. and Ashton Hairell of Houston, Abigail and Jordan Hairell of Inez; and her sister, Frances Gardner of Knoxville, Ill.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 today at Rosewood Funeral Chapel. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at Memory Gardens Cemetery with the Rev. Larry Green officiating.
A special thanks to Dr. Sanjeev Bhatia, Dr. Anne Wagner and the staff at Twin Pines, and Citizens Medical Center.
Rosewood Funeral Chapels in charge of arrangements, 361-573-4546.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 6, 2008.

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Dawn Henderson(Gardner)

May 10, 2008

Dear Diana and Dorothy and family,
I can't quite say where to begin with Aunt Mary Lou. She actually wasn't really like an "Aunt" to me, more like a second grandma. What as a child is better than that? She is a woman with such class and grace. Aunt Mary Lou was always fun to be around and always put a smile on my face. Still, to this day when I think of her she still manages to do just that! I have so many memories of her, mostly teaching me how to draw and be creative. I think that she is where my creativity comes from. As I am sure you will know she will be missed by many, and my thoughts and memories of her will never be forgotten. With love and sympathy.

Michelle Shultz

May 8, 2008

Diana, Dorothy, Ryan and Reed,
Miss you all! So sorry to hear about Mary Lou. Wow, to think she would have been 90! I will always remember the hip Aunt Mary Lou, now she had style! and class! So many great memories there in Texas and also when she'd come visit Grandma. We all are so blessed to have had our times with her. Take care. Love you all!

Karie Gardner~Giordano

May 8, 2008

Diana & Dorothy & y'all~
I have so many wonderful memories of Aunt Mary Lou. She was so fun & creative, teaching Grandma Frannie & I how to china paint, and cross stitching (I have & cherish those pieces & display them). She was one hip lady & was always there to make us laugh. I will remember the years she & Grandma lived in Knoxville together, and us girls got to visit all the time... probably bugged the heck out of them... ha ha. Please know that she has a special place in my heart, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My heart felt sympathy, and deerest sorrow for the loss of your Mom, Grandma, and Great Grandma.
With love and prayer~
Ken & Karie (Gardner)~Giordano & Family

JoAnn Burge

May 8, 2008

Diana & Dorothy

I was saddened to hear of the loss of your Mother.
May the memories you hold deep in your heart help soothe your spirit during this difficult time.
Let your hearts be reminded that nothing can take away the love you shared with her; love remains part of us forever.

Donna Rouse

May 7, 2008

Dorothy and Diana, What a beautiful LADY your mom was. I loved doing her hair all those years. One thing about MaryLou she always wanted to make sure her hair looked good. She was proud of her two girls. We had lots of conversations about you two and ALL of the grandchildren especially when the GREAT grandchildren came along. Just know your mom is now in a wonderful place with her "Tom".

Liz Moloney

May 6, 2008

Dorothy and family, I am so sorry for your loss but what wonderful memories you will have of a woman who was so significant in your lives. God has called His servant home and you will always celebrate her life here on earth and look forward to the day when you are re-united in His Kingdom.

Susan Wozny

May 6, 2008

Dear Di and Dort,
I am so proud to say that your
mom was my Aunt Mary Lou! She was warm, funny, and so talented. I will think of her always, when I'm trying to put something together for or in the house, and wondering if it looks right...She and Uncle Tom are together again now. I can't imagine anything that would have made them happier than that. I'm so sorry we can't be with y'all. Love from your IL cousin, Susan (John and Paul, too.) P.S.--Jan says thanks, especially, for a wonderful summer with you and Aunt Mary Lou and Uncle Tom. It was a very special time in her life!

Tom and Lois England

May 6, 2008

Diana, Dorothy and family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. We are sorry we cannot be with you at this time. Please know we will be thinking about you all.
Love, Tom and Lois

Jackye Greenlee

May 6, 2008

Diana & Dorothy - I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a wonderful person and I loved her so much. My Mom, Lucille Savage always thought her life was better by having a friend like your Mom. How talented she was!
God bless all of you and may his peace be with you forever.

Donald Angerstein

May 6, 2008

Diana & Dorothy & family,
You have our heartfelt sympathy and love at this time. Your mother's smile and that loving nature will truly be missed. Many a great time was had with your family and mine. I will always cherish those times and the memories. May God be with you and comfort you.
All our love,
Kathleen and Donald Angerstein

Jeanie Turner

May 6, 2008

Dorothy, I'm so sorry for your loss.........you & your family are in my thoughts and prayers...PLEASE let me know if I can do anything.

Janeen Jewell

May 6, 2008

Diana and family,

Please accept my deepest sympathy at the passing of your beautiful mom. Trust on the Lord to bring you all through these hard and seemingly unbearable times you are facing right now. Even after the most violent of storms will come the calmness as the sun comes out again. God bless you all. Rest in Peace Mom Tuff, the Lord is by your side. Much love to the family.

SAMANTHA LUNA

May 6, 2008

YOU WILL BE MISSED GREATLY HERE AT TWIN PINES. WE ALL WILL NEVER FORGET THAT TWINKLE IN YOUR EYE AND THAT BEAUTIFUL SMILE AT ANY TIME IN THE DAY. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOUR DAUGHTERS AND FAMILY.

CYNTHIA STANLEY

May 6, 2008

HEAVEN HAS A WONDERFUL NEW ANGEL. MARY LOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. HERE AT TWIN PINES SHE BOUGHT LOTS OF JOY EVERYDAY WITH HER SMILES. SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. IF YOU NEED ANY THING PLEASE CALL. DOROTHY AND DIANA YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS.

Lisa Carson

May 6, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy,

Barbara A Boyd

May 6, 2008

I'll miss your smile! And all the fun times in my trips to Victoria will be remembered fondly.

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