Mary E. Mazique

August 18, 1941 – October 15, 2026

A Life of Faith, Love, and Quiet Strength

Mary Ellen Hoard Mazique was born on August 18, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late William Hoard and Walter Mae Hoard. Born into a large and loving family, Mary Ellen grew up surrounded by many brothers and sisters. She was raised in Chicago and later made her home in Zion, Illinois, and Jackson, Mississippi. On Thursday, October 15, 2026, Mary Ellen departed this earthly life at the age of 85, in the comfort of her home in Jackson, Mississippi.

As the daughter of an evangelist minister, Mary Ellen was raised with a strong spiritual foundation.

She later accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior, developing a deep and unwavering faith that guided her throughout her life. Around 1994, she became a member of Lord of Hosts Ministries

under the spiritual leadership of Apostle Gregory Kidd, Sr., and remained faithful to that ministry until her passing.

Mary Ellen was an intelligent and capable woman with a remarkable aptitude for numbers. Throughout her professional life, she worked with organizations including the Chicago Urban League and several banking institutions, serving in financial and administrative roles.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Mary Ellen possessed a creative and thoughtful spirit. She enjoyed walking, working puzzles, drawing, and listening to music. A gifted artist, she found pleasure in expressing herself through her drawings.

Although naturally quiet and reserved, Mary Ellen possessed a warmth that made her presence comforting to those around her. She was a trusted confidante, a patient listener, and a woman

whose wisdom and discretion made her someone others could depend upon. She offered guidance without judgment and support without hesitation.

To her family, Mary Ellen was a pillar of strength. Her love was steadfast, her presence reassuring, and her devotion unwavering. Even throughout the challenges of illness, she continued to

demonstrate remarkable strength, love, and concern for those closest to her. Above all, Mary Ellen was a woman of beautiful spirit whose gentle nature and quiet strength left a lasting impression on

everyone privileged to know her.

Marriage and Family

Mary Ellen was formerly married to the late Ernest Mazique. Though their marriage eventually ended, they maintained a friendship and shared a lasting mutual respect. Mary Ellen was the

beloved mother of two daughters, Charlena Hoard Jackson (David) and Claudia Hoard Pendleton (Darryl). Her family was among her greatest treasures, and her legacy of love extends through generations.

Those Who Preceded Her in Death

Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, William and Walter Mae Hoard; her beloved granddaughter, Mary Ellen Hoard Stephen; and three precious great- grandchildren, Talia D. Hoard, Dante Hoard, and AKEILIE Hoard, who departed this life together. She was also preceded in death by her siblings Robert, Julia, Ruth, Arthur, Mabel, Sylvia, Naomi, Eunice, William Hale, Maurice, Hildora, Martha, Stanley, and an infant brother who passed away at birth.

Those Who Cherish Her Memory

Mary Ellen leaves to cherish her loving memory her two devoted daughters: Charlena Hoard Jackson (David) and Claudia Hoard Pendleton (Darryl).

Her surviving grandchildren include Donald Hoard, Catherine Hoard, Deivan Hoard, TeVonne Minor (Duane), and Darian Pendleton.

Frederick Jr., Sa’Ellen, Talia M., Sadie, Jalen, Jordan, and Makayla.

Her great-great-grandchildren include KEAGAN, Kennedy, and LaRayle Jr.

She is also survived by her loving siblings Catherine Chadwick, John Hoard (Althea), Gwendolyn Clark, and Warren Joel Hoard.

Mary Ellen also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, friends, and loved ones whose lives were touched by her kindness, wisdom, and gentle spirit.

Her Lasting Legacy

Mary Ellen’s earthly journey has come to an end, but the beautiful legacy she leaves behind will continue through the generations blessed to have known and loved her. Her quiet strength,

unwavering faith, gentle spirit, and unconditional love will forever remain woven into the hearts of her family.

She lived her life with dignity, walked by faith, and trusted in the promises of God. And while her presence will be deeply missed, we find comfort in knowing that the faith which sustained her

throughout her life also gave her peace as she approached its end.

Though we must now say farewell, we do so with grateful hearts, celebrating a life well lived, a love freely given, and a faith that never wavered.

Her journey here is complete, but her legacy lives on. And the love she gave us will remain forever.

Virtual Homegoing Services will be on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 3:00 pm through YouTube. Link will be posted Friday, October 30, 2026.