Mary Cavnar Obituary
C avnar , Mary Elizabeth Kays 86, passed away March 28, 2011 in Louisville, KY. She was born on April 19, 1924 in Franklin County, KY, was a 62-year resident of Denver, and most recently had returned to her childhood home of Shelbyville, KY. Her passions were her family, the support of missions around the world, and service to her Lord. She was a graduate of John Hopkins University and Eastern Baptist Seminary, where she met her husband, LeRoy B. Cavnar who preceded her in death. She was a member of Galilee Baptist Church in Denver. She is survived by her children, Steve Cavnar (Donna), Linda Alley (Bob), Gayle Barnett (Jon), and Leanne Pagliasotti (Bob); her 4 sisters and 2 brothers; and 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Celebration of Life service: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 2nd, at the Galilee Baptist Church in Denver. Expressions of sympathy: World Venture Attn: Donor Relations 1501 W. Mineral Ave. Littleton, CO 80120-5612.
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