Mary Franks McCrary's Obituary
Decatur-Mary Franks McCrary, 80, of Decatur, passed away, Tuesday, August 13, 2013 in Decatur Memorial Hospital surrounded by family members.
Services to celebrate Mary’s life will be private. Memorials may be directed to Central Christian Church in Decatur.
Mary was born April 29, 1933, in St. Albans, England. While working as a nurse in Great Ormand Street Children’s Hospital in London, she met and married Robert McCrary on September 3, 1955.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband, older brother and parents.
Mary touched the hearts of all who knew her. Mary enjoyed and benefited from her involvement with Central Christian Church. Mary is survived by her little brother Ian Franks from England; her loving in-laws Nancy and Dave Peterson. Children Jacqueline (Jim), Paul (Sharon), Susan (Larry), Brian (Mary), 6 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and a great-great grandchild.
The family would like to thank DMH for the love and care they provided to Mary in her final hours. Obituary was written by the family.
The family of Mary F. McCrary is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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