Mary Ann Kershaw

Mary spent her early years in Stewart, MS on her grandparents’ farm, learning about agriculture and animal husbandry. She developed a love of animals and plants during this time which continued throughout the rest of her life

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She met William James Kershaw in Lake Charles Louisiana, and they married on January 22, 1971. They spent 55 wonderful years together. They have three daughters together, Juanita Baker, Robin Guillot and Lorinda Trahan.

Mary enjoyed camping, fishing, gardening and rescuing cats. Wherever she lived her yard came alive with beautiful plants and vegetables, and you could find at least one cat curled up in a shaded area.

Her love of and faith in Jesus is strong and she shared this love with others wherever she went. She pointed the way to Jesus for many people during mission trips to Malawi Africa, Brazil, and Canada. Mary had a heart full of love for those around her and would lend a helping hand to those in need without counting the cost to herself.

Mary is survived by her spouse William, daughters Juanita, Robin, and Lorinda, son-in-law’s Brandon, (Juanita) and Dwight, (Robin), Andy (Lorinda), grandchildren Brandon, William, Gabrielle, Christopher, Theodore, Jacob, Trevor, and Casey. She also has 19 great grandchildren.

She is preceded by her parents, Prentiss and Marion, and her brothers Larry, Randy, Paul, and Prentiss Jr.

Those who knew Mary will remember her warm and loving heart and sacrificial spirit. She will be greatly missed.