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Mary McKinnon Obituary
Maryville - Mrs. Mary Elma Morrison McKinnon, age 92, passed away peacefully June 8, 2021. Mary was born September 26, 1928 in Jackson, MS and graduated from Jackson's Central High School. In 1950 she graduated from Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, MS, with a B. S. in Elementary Education. Mary taught second grand in Clarksdale, MS and New Orleans, LA, in the early 1950's before starting a family. In 1995 she became a substitute teacher for Maryville City Schools until 2015. For over 25 years she also was an etiquette teacher and owned Miss Mary's Manners Classes teaching manners to children from Blount and Knox County. Many also benefited from her expertise in wedding and event planning from her business called A Social Event.
In addition to being an educator and business owner, Mary served as a volunteer to various Blount County organizations from 1958 until she retired. This included The Chilhowee Club, Knoxville Writers Group, Children's International Summer Village, Blount County Summer Playhouse, Tennessee State Medical Auxiliary, Blount County Chamber Beautiful Committee, Boy Scouts of America, Cub Scout Den Mother, Maryville High School Band, and was instrumental in forming the Maryville High School Swim Team. In 1985 she received the Service to Mankind Award from the Sertoma Club of Blount County for her unselfish and tireless efforts doing volunteer work.
Mary was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by: Son, Norman McKinnon lll. Survivors included: Son, Bruce McKinnon, Son & Wife, Bill & Alison McKinnon, Grandson, Zachary McKinnon.
A private family service will be held in Jackson Mississippi at a later date. Condolences may be made at Legacy.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to The Chilhowee Club, PO Box 4335, Maryville TN 37802, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/donations-in-honor-of-mary-mckinnon-tickets-161936427213. Arrangements by Cremation Options, Inc. (865)6WE-CARE (693-2273) www.cremationoptionsinc.com.
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Bobbie Heider Montgomery
July 19, 2021
She was one of our neighborhood moms and always watching out for us and entertained us. At Halloween she dressed up as a witch complete with broom and cauldron! In the winter when Cedar Street was closed due to snow, all of us kids would sled down the hill towards Pistol Creek. She kept an eye on us and fixed hot chocolate for us. She was always impeccably dressed and make up and hair done. I am fortunate enough to have known her and blessed. She was a true southern lady and will be missed by all who knew her. My sincerest condolences to all the family.
Kermit and Linda Marcus
July 7, 2021
Bruce,
Your Mom was one of the most genuine and gracious people that we have ever know. She loved people and always had a beautiful smile for everyone. She was always curious and ready to learn something new or to pass on some of her vast wisdom. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. She was a very special lady who will be so very missed.
Love, Kermit and Linda
Beth Hitch Ryburn
July 4, 2021
Bruce, Bill & Alison and Zachary,
I loved your sweet mother/grandmother! She was like a ray of sunshine.. always warm, bright and spreading good cheer! Mary wore many "hats"- wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, business woman,hostess, baker, friend, and volunteer to numerous clubs and organizations. She could easily have received the Service to Mankind Award every year! Mary truly was a selfless person- always focusing on others! You all are in my thoughts and prayers as you deal with this tremendous loss.
With deepest sympathy,
Richard and Beth(Hitch) Ryburn
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