Mary Cason

On February 3, 2026, our world shifted as Mary Louise Cason transitioned from this life into eternal rest. Born August 20, 1947, Mary was the first-born daughter of the late Annie Hawkins and stepfather Carl Hawkins Sr. From the very beginning, she carried the strength of a leader, the voice of truth, and the heart of someone who loved deeply - even if she didn't always wrap it in softness.

She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 42 years, James Abron Cason; her parents; and her siblings Barbara Washington ("Big B"), Carl Givens ("Bunky"), Deborah Hargett ("Debbie"), George Hawkins ("Bama"), and Charles Edward Hawkins ("Joe").

Mary leaves behind her loving siblings Sarah Clark, Robin (Randy) Spanner, Elizabeth Lee, and Robert Hawkins; but the center of her world - the lives forever changed by her presence - were her children: Jennifer Cason, Derek (Tasha) Cason, Jocelyn (Todd) Fuller, and Marcus Cason.

Her grandchildren - Michael Watkins II, Justice Mitchell, Victoria Fares, Lauren Stewart, Aija Cason, Hanna Fuller, Marissa Cason, Maddox Fuller, Abrynn Cason, and Derek "DeeCee" Cason, Jr. - were her pride, her joy, and her living legacy.

She also leaves to cherish her memory a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends whose lives were touched by her strength and unmistakable spirit.

Mary was bold, strong-willed, and unapologetically honest. She didn't believe in sugarcoating the truth. If you asked her a question, you got the answer - direct and unfiltered. She could be tough, but that toughness, built resilience in her children and grandchildren. Beneath her firmness was a heart of gold. She loved fiercely, protected unapologetically, and made sure her family knew they were covered - even when she was fussing at them.

She loved to shop and would jokingly say she helped make Dollar Tree a million-dollar business. She found joy in the simple things - a good deal, a full house, laughter echoing through the room.

The lives of her children and grandchildren are forever marked by her influence. They carry her strength in their backbone, her honesty in their voice, and her determination in their spirit. The lessons she taught - about standing your ground, speaking your truth, loving your family, and surviving whatever comes - are woven into who they are. Though her physical presence is gone, her imprint remains in every decision they make, every boundary they set, and every act of love they extend.

We grieve deeply because we loved deeply. But we also stand strong because she raised us to. And we will carry her lessons and her love with us - not just for a season, but forever.

Her legacy is not simply remembered. It is lived.