Mrs. Mary-Padgett-Obituary

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Mrs. Mary Payton Padgett

Sep 12, 1934 - Nov 12, 2025

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Mrs. Padgett was such a sweet soul. While I knew her for a short time, her personality and pleasant spirit blessed me by just being in her presence, or just hearing her voice as she would give words of encouragement during Mather School Chapter Meetings. On behalf of the Mather Museum & Interpretive Center, our sincerest condolences to the family of Mrs Padgett

Rufus Pinckney

Sister Padgett, was an Angel from the Lord. You will be missed. Love Eddie an Phyllis Faulk

With Sympathy in the Loss of Your Mother,
May those moments that shone brightly be the memories that comfort you quietly now and in the day ahead. God Bless!

The loss of Mrs. Padgett—my former administrator and cherished Soror—is deeply felt.

It’s a funny thing how perspective changes. When I was a student at Thomas Jefferson High School, I saw a concerned Dean getting on me; only later did I realize she was a dedicated visionary who wanted nothing but the absolute best for us. She was instrumental in helping to shape and mold many of us.

I am eternally grateful for her commitment to excellence and her unwavering example as...

Soror Padgett, May God bless your soul

Such a beautiful person inside and out. We attended Pleasant Chapel together. Keep smiling until we meet again. RIP Bridget Gainey

Sending my prayers and condolences to the family . Ms. Mary will be missed , her smile , laughter and love of the Lord will always be in my heart . Ms. Mary loved her children , family , friends and the Lord . Rest well Ms. Mary, a good and faithful servant.

Dave and I remain prayerful for family's comfort and strength.
Mrs. Padgett was a blessing in our lives.

We sincerely pray that you are comforted during your time of grief. We pray that you reflect on the loving and joyous memories that you have shared with Mrs. Padgett. May these memories bring smiles to your hearts

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Mrs. Mary's Obituary

A celebration of life service for Mrs. Mary Payton Padgett, 91 of Tampa, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Bible-Based Fellowship Church, 4811 Ehrlich Road, Tampa, Florida 33624, Lead Pastor Anthony White.  A...

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