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Mary Pyland Obituary
Indianapolis - Mary Catherine "Cathy" (Johnson) Pyland, 71, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on October 23, 2020. Cathy was born in Indianapolis, IN on March 9, 1949 to parents, Leland L. and Renetta C. (Smith) Johnson. During her career, Cathy worked as a paralegal with Barnes & Thornburg LLP.
Cathy was preceded in death by her parents, Leland and Renetta; brother, Leland "Corky" Johnson and sister, Elizabeth "Betty" Holsonback.
She is survived by her brother, James "Jimmy" Johnson; sisters, Diana Pehler and Sandra "Sandy" Keller (John); sister-in-law, Carol Johnson; brother-in-law, Jerry Holsonback; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
Due to Covid-19 concerns, the family will remember Cathy privately.
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Blair Karsch
November 3, 2020
My sincerest condolences to the family of Cathy. She was cool before time and so caring, sensitive, and nice. Long live Keystone at the Crossing.
Dorothy L. Mills
November 2, 2020
She was a dear friend to me and to many others. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She was just a little older than me. She always made me laught too. I will miss her beautiful face. Dottie Mills
Joanne Covert
November 2, 2020
One of the best coworkers I’ve ever worked with. She always had a smile for you. Miss you Cathy!
Rita Proctor
November 2, 2020
Cathy was a special lady who could always make me laugh. I was fortunate to have worked with her.
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