Mary Lakey's Obituary
Mary F. Lakey, daughter of Clifford C. and Flora M. (Cummins) Davidson was born August 23, 1941 near Seymour, Missouri. She departed this life, Tuesday, June 30, 2009 in Marshfield Care Center in Marshfield, Missouri at the age of sixty-seven years, ten months, and seven days.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, William and George Davidson.
Mary is survived by her four sons, Mike Lakey and his wife Pam, of Republic, Missouri, Charles Lakey and his wife, Angela, of Seymour, Missouri, Clifford Lakey and Willis Lakey, Jr., both of Fordland, Missouri; four grandchildren, Christina, Skyler, Austyn, and Seth; a sister, Dorothy Hoagland, of Dora, Missouri; a number of nieces and nephews; as well as a host of other relatives and friends.
She was born in the Seymour community and lived most of her life in the Seymour and Fordland area.
Mary had accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior and had followed the Pentecostal faith throughout her life.
She was a devoted mother and homemaker who loved her family dearly. She always had her camera at all times, ready to take a photo of someone, although, it was very difficult to catch her for a photo because she didn’t like herself in them.
Mary was an avid fan of Elvis Presley and other country music stars. She loved watching NASCAR races on television and enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. She loved her family and friends very much and kept them close to her heart.
She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and a caring neighbor and friend. We celebrate her life and will cherish the memories she has created for all those who knew and loved her.
Graveside services are 1:00 P.M., Friday, July 3, 2009 in Hodge Cemetery, east of Seymour, Missouri with Reverend Randy Swearengin officiating, under direction of Holman-Howe Funeral home of Seymour. Visitation will be Thursday 7:00-8:00 P.M. in the funeral home.
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