Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Mary Southern Obituary
Born in Belton, she was a daughter of the late Thomas Arabian and Blanche Hendrix Cothran. She was a homemaker and a member of Washington Baptist Church.
Survivors include sons, Michael Darwin Southern (Ellen) of Belton, Thomas Lee Southern (Marisa) of Belton; daughter, Vivian Lynn Southern Koutsogiannis (John) of Simpsonville; three sisters; four brothers; grandchildren, Ashley, Matthew and Jennifer Southern, Peter and Tommy Koutsogiannis; and great-grandson, Mason. She was predeceased by one sister, one brother and one granddaughter, Kathryn Lee Southern.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 17 at Gray Mortuary, Pelzer. The funeral will be Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at Washington Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Cedar Shoals Baptist Church.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Children's Organ Transplant Association (COTA) in honor of Matthew or Kathryn Southern, www.cota.org.
The family is at the home of Mike and Ellen Southern, Belton.
Condolences: www.graymortuary.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Mary Southern
1 Entry
June 16, 2015
I was so sad to learn of Mary's death. Several months ago, she had become my "homebound" buddy, and we were well on our way to becoming great friends. I enjoyed every visit with her. I loved Mary. I know though that Mary is rejoicing being reunited with her husband and sweet Katherine, two people she dearly loved, and had lost way too soon. My thoughts and prayers to her family. Elaine Lollis
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Mary Southern's name
Memorial Events
for Mary Southern
How to support Mary's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Mary Southern's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
