Mary is the beloved wife to James. Loving mother to Timothy, Michael (Diane), and Kimberly (Scott) Craddock. Proud Grandmother to Joseph, John Michael, Kevin, Kalee, Kyle, and Brandon. Blessed Great Grandmother to beautiful Madison Grace. Mary is survived by her sister, Donna Marie Ross, Brother-in- law, Leroy Harsch, and his wife Rose.
Mary was born in Altamont, Illinois to Charles and Madonna Laugel. She spent her younger years in this beautiful small town. She later relocated to Chicago where she met James, married, and settled in Franklin Park, Illinois where they raised their three children. Mary loved the laughter of children in her home and welcomed all. Many say she was their second mother. Mary brought her small town values and goodness to our big beautiful lives.
After moving to Chicago, Mary worked at Anderson’s Moving and Storage Company as a secretary. She then stayed home for many years taking care of her children. She later became a preschool teacher at the Franklin Park Community Center. Mary then worked for United Airlines in the kitchen servicing domestic and international flights, financially helping her kids through college.
Mary had a passion for music, dancing, reading, traveling, decorating her home for the holidays, crafting, and cooking. She loved the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears and tuned in to the games. Mary was very social, she loved meeting new people and never missed a good party.
Most of all, Mary loved spending time with her family. She was a kind, gentle soul and a mother figure to all who were blessed to know her. She loved James deeply and adored her children and grandchildren. Sleep overs at Grandma’s were very special. Mary will also be remembered by her numerous dear friends, nieces, and nephews.
Mary will always be a ray of sunshine, bright and warm, comforting to all. Shining down to surround us all in love, beauty and happiness.
God certainly welcomed an Angel May 31st, 2021 when Mary showed up at the gates of Heaven. We believe she was given the perfect job to care and comfort all the children.
We love you so much ♥♥
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