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Willie Mae Durr "Mae Mae"
HAMMOND, IN - Willie Mae Durr "Mae Mae" age 96 of Hammond, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019 at Munster Med Inn in Munster.
Survivors four children, Tailia Morris, Sylvia (Fred) Gibbs, Angela Girtman, Derrick Rickey (Diane) Durr; 13 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; seven great great grandchildren; two sisters, Yvonne (Arthur) Robinson and Lucille Beverly; two goddaughters Odelet (Duane) West and Levora Kay Merkerson and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by husband, Edward A. Durr.
Funeral services will be held Friday, November 8, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at New Community Baptist Church, 707 169th Street, Hammond. Rev. Patrick Gillis, Pastor; Rev. Herman Polk officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park, Hobart. Visitation will be held Thursday, November 7, 2019 at New Community Baptist Church from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
HINTON & WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME is honored to be of service to the Durr family during their time of loss.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jacob Rosado
March 1, 2024
Sorry for the loss of your loved one. Your former working partner, Jacob L. Rosado text me Sir Ricky 219-895-8784
November 26, 2019
To the family and friends of Willie Mae Durr,
Please accept my deepest condolences. I worked with Mrs. Durr at the Hammond Public Library in Hammond, Indiana. She was very dedicated to providing outstanding library service, and she was a wonderful person.
Sincerely,
Rosalie Ruff
Vetrica Young (Moore)
November 12, 2019
You will be missed and you have touched so many lives we love you...
Shirley
November 12, 2019
To the Family of Mrs. Durr, my sincere condolences for your loss and may God give you comfort and peace within.
Dennis Harwell & Family
November 8, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sharwanda Williams
November 8, 2019
My deepest condolences to the Durr family. Blessing to you all she was a mother to the community God has gain a beautiful Angel.
Rest peacefully
Sharon Tell Magby
November 8, 2019
My Sincere Condolences To My Lovely Family May God Grant My Family Peace & Strength During This Difficult Time Love All Of You Just No That Im Praying For Each Of You Each Of You Sharon Lil Willie Robinson Daughter
The Scott Family
November 7, 2019
Our deepest condolences "Ricky" To you and your Family ✝ Father God has accepted a "Queen" to dwell within his Kingdom. You and the entire "Durr Family" will be in our Prayers
Gloria Mitchell
November 7, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Willa Mae Durr. She touched mine and many lives growing up in Hammond. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
Mary Ann
November 7, 2019
God's Greatest gift has to return unto him.
Mary Ellen Slazyk
November 7, 2019
My condolences to the family of Mrs. Durr.
Sarah Upshaw
November 6, 2019
To God be the glory!!.. Sylvia my sister..your mom lived a rich life...love you all..your my family too.. praying as well... sarah bray upshaw
Margaret Williams
November 6, 2019
Derrick I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and the family.
Neraida Torres
November 6, 2019
My deepest condolences to my co-worker Derrick Durr and his family. Earth has no sorrow heaven can't heal. May the Lord Himself be with you and give you peace, strength and comfort at all times and in every way.
Mr & Mrs. Marcel L. Draper sr
November 6, 2019
Hey Von Durr! This is Marcel. It's been a while since we've seen or heard from each other. Sorry I had to contact you under these circumstances. Ricky; Your Mother was a "Drivin Force" when we were growing up in Hammond. She was Strong, Determined and Highly Respected by those of us who crossed her path. On behalf of the "Draper Family" Our Condolences and Prayers go out to you and the entire "Durr Family". May you all find comfort in knowing that "Mae-Mae" lived a Full and Prosperous Life; And is now resting in the Arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. **Amen**
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