Rebecca “Ann” Barton McIlroy, 74, of Taylors, SC, passed away peacefully Monday, May 20, 2019. She was born in Spartanburg, SC to the late Basil and Horace Barton. She graduated from Great Falls High School in Great Falls, SC and Style Rite Beauty College in Greenville, SC before opening and operating Ann’s Hair Place for 25 years. An animal lover, Ann enjoyed camping, boating, and motorcycle riding, but her greatest joy was her family. She was preceded in death by brothers, Buddy and Bobby Barton; and a granddaughter, Maddie O’Dell. Ann is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Fred Thomas “Tom” McIlroy; daughters, Stephanie and Charlotte McIlroy; grandchildren, Luka and Kennis McIlroy; sister, “Cookie” Bennett (Ralph); and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family would like to express their appreciation to the workers of Open Arms Hospice for the tender compassion they demonstrated throughout Ann’s care. Online condolences may be left at www.mackeymortuary.com. A memorial service will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, May 23, 2019 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 910 Hudson Rd., Greenville, SC 29615. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Open Arms Hospice, 1836 W. Georgia Rd., Simpsonville, SC 29680, www.openarmshospice.org; or to St. Peter's Family Endowment, www.stpetersgreenville.com. Arrangements by Mackey Funerals and Cremations at Century Drive.
