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Mary Bridgeman Obituary
She was born on September 22, 1940, in Peach Orchard, Missouri, to Willie and Ancie (Cheshire) Norton.
Mary was united in marriage to Philip Bridgeman on June 21, 1963. He preceded her in death, along with her parents and her siblings: Jimmy Norton, George Norton, Pete Norton, Walter Norton, and Jean Hendrix.
Mary was known for her deep love for children and her nurturing spirit. She faithfully raised her own daughters, but her care extended far beyond her immediate family. Her home was often filled with children, and she welcomed many as her own, offering them love, guidance, and a place to belong. She found great joy in a house full of laughter and life, and her kindness left a lasting impression on all who were blessed to know her.
She is survived by her loving family:
Her daughter, Karen (Eddie) Marrow of Kennett, Missouri; granddaughter, Courtney (Dustin) Patterson; and great-grandchildren, Lynnley Patterson and Mason Patterson.
Her daughter, Phyllis Tanner of Holcomb, Missouri; grandsons, Clay (Lindsey) Tanner of Corning, Arkansas, and Cole (Tyara) Tanner of Piggott, Arkansas; and great-grandchildren, Cannon Ervin, Levi Tanner, Paisley Tanner, Landry Tanner, Joycelyn Tanner, and Sutton Tanner.
Her daughter, Janette (Randy) Dunlap of Piggott, Arkansas; grandchildren, Keegan (Jeanie) Dunlap of Paragould, Arkansas, Chase Dunlap of Piggott, Arkansas, and Mae (Josh) Haywood of Greenway, Arkansas; and great-grandchildren, Arianna Davis, Gabriella Carrasco, Leland Green, and Rowyn Haywood.
She is also survived by her sister, Exie (Herbert) Dickens of Wappapello, Missouri; a special niece, Judy Taylor of Kennett, Missouri; many other nieces and nephews; and her beloved cat, Gabby.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Piggott Cemetery in Piggott, Arkansas, with Jim Davis officiating. Burial will follow at Piggott Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Taylor, Dustin Patterson, Keegan Dunlap, Josh Haywood, Chase Dunlap, Clay Tanner, and Cole Tanner.
Hoggard & Sons Funeral Home of Piggott, Arkansas, is in charge of arrangements.
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Upcoming Events
Apr
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Service
11:00 a.m.
Piggott Cemetery
1000 South Houston Street, Piggott, AR 72454
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Hoggard & Sons Funeral HomeOnly 22 hours left for delivery to next service.