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Mary Dafferner Obituary
Jackson - Mary Dafferner passed away on September 25, 2018 at Hospice Ministries in Ridgeland, MS. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 30, 2018 from 2 pm to 4 pm with a funeral service to follow at Lakewood Funeral Home.
Mary was born on April 18, 1919 in Yazoo City, MS. She attended school at Yazoo City High School and MSCW. After graduating from MSCW, she moved to Knoxville TN and worked for TVA where she met her husband Roy Dafferner. They married on May 9, 1942 in Jackson, MS and resided in Jackson until moving to Riggs Manor in Raymond, MS.
She worked for several federal government agencies and retired from General Service Administration. After retiring, she and her husband Roy became Winter Texans. Every year they would go to Mercedes, Texas in October or November and stay until the following April. They made friends with many other Winter Texans from all over the US and Canada. Even after Roy passed away she continued to go to Texas. Mary Alice never met a stranger. If new people came to the park she was always one of the first to welcome them. Hobbies she enjoyed were Quilting, painting and woodcarving.
Mary is preceded in death by husband, Roy; parents, Charlie Smith Bennett and Daisy Peaster Bannett; brother, Charles Noblin Bennett. She is survived by daughter, Judy Fontenot (David); son, Charles "Jack" Dafferner; son, Jerry Dafferner (Laine); daughter, Jan Bailey (Bill); grandchildren, Steve Pittman, JJ Dafferner and Justin Hargon; great grandchildren, Hanna, Skylar, Joshua, Ashton and Jaysia.
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Jill & Larry Tucker
September 23, 2019
Thinking of you today and knowing how proud your Mother would be of you....hugs!!!
Donnie Lay
September 30, 2018
Judy, I just read about your mother's passing and wanted to extend my heartfelt sympathy. I'll always remember her positive, outgoing personality. Also, I'll never forget that wonderful Halloween Horror House that she and your dad set up in your garage when we were kids! She and my mom (who passed last year) always enjoyed visiting in our old neighborhood. I imagine they are catching up now! We're blessed with many dear memories for sure. Know that I have you in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and your family as only He can. Love, Donnie
September 30, 2018
Mrs Mary Alice always brought smiles to my face. Such an encouraging grin and 'W Girl' !Judy and David thank you for your faithfulness to her and sharing her with us at Grace Crossing Baptist Church. May God Bless and encourage you and your whole family. MsDPSmith
Jill and Larry Tucker
September 30, 2018
Judy...so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. It is a very painful thing, but hope you will be able to remember all the good things. Larry and I wish you the peace only God can give...love you
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September 30, 2018
May Almighty God and his son Jesus Christ bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. John 17:3
September 29, 2018
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to family and friends for the loss of their beloved Mary. I hope the promise at John 6:39 can bring real comfort. Knowing that there is hope for our loss love ones can be reassuring.
John
September 29, 2018
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. John 17:3.
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