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Mary Hanry Obituary
Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 19, 2008, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at United Funeral Home in New Albany, followed by funeral services and burial at 1:00 p.m. at the New Albany Cemetery. (United Funeral Services 662-534-5071).
She was born in New Albany, Mississippi on June 24, 1915, to Herbert Graham Rogers Sr. and Opal Pannel Rogers. She was a life long member of the First United Methodist Church in New Albany. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Madison County Republican Women. She was an accomplished artist, pianist and tennis player. During World War II, while her husband was stationed in Texas, she was instrumental in establishing the first State Health Department in Beeville, TX. She owned retail stores in New Albany and Boonville in the 70's and a travel agency in Jackson from 1980 to 1995.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James S. Hanry of New Albany; and her two brothers, Herbert Graham Rogers Jr. of New Albany and Major General Guy Northcross Rogers "Ret" of Jackson, MS.
She is survived by her daughters, Elizabeth (Betsy) Rogers Hanry and Jamie Francis Hanry of Ridgeland, MS.
Memorials may be sent to the Methodist Children's Home.
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Billy Wayne Slaughter
August 21, 2008
HOLDING A GOOD THOUGHT FOR YOU BETSY. BILLY WAYNE SLAUGHTER... former dfw flight attendant
louise Marker
August 20, 2008
Betsy and Jamie,
My love and prayers are with you both as you cling to the lovliest of memories of your dear sweet Mom. "But now, Lord, what do I look for? My hope is in you" Psalm 39:7...HE is always with you both. love, Weezie
Carlotta & Rick Schmittgen
August 20, 2008
Betsy and Jamie
God will get you through this very difficult time. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
What an interesting life Mary led. I'm just sorry I never met her in person although she was a delight on the phone.
Love, Carlotta
Stephanie and Clark Love
August 19, 2008
Jamie and Betsy,
Clark and I wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you both during this difficult time. Hold on to all of the precious memories you have of your mother. We pray that God will continue to give you strength and comfort.
Love,
Stephanie and Clark
Kelly and Diane Thomas
August 19, 2008
Betsy and Jamie
Diane and I will be praying for all of you in this time of sorrow. I know there were many great things that you remember and thats the way God wants it. God bless you and keep you always.
Rosemary Maxey
August 19, 2008
Betsy and Jamie:
My family and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. I know you have many wonderful memories to fill these difficult times.
Rosemary and Frances Maxey
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