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Mary Creech Obituary
March 22, 1933 - December 8, 2024
Mary Geraldine Staton Creech, 91, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at her residence in Greenville.
She was born on March 22, 1933, in Roanoke to the late Oscar James and Mary Mildred Bailey Staton.
Mary was a dedicated member of Calvary United Methodist Church. Known as a prayer warrior, she often lifted others up in prayer. She had numerous hobbies and interests which brought her joy throughout her life. She loved working on crafts, tending to her flowers, birdwatching and reading her daily devotionals.
In addition to her passions, Mary had a soft spot for cats and dogs, finding companionship and joy in their presence. She deeply cherished spending time with friends and family. She will most be remembered for her strong faith and her warm heart.
She is survived by her sons, Johnny Creech and wife, Heidi and Matthew Creech and wife, Cheri; her daughters, Sandy Wright and Tammy Wood and husband, John; her grandchildren, Chris Adams, Justin Creech and wife, Darcey, Summar Clark and husband, Cameron, Aaron Wood, Joshua Hodnett and wife, Blair, Jessica Terry and husband, Blaine and Manuel Haenggi and wife, Kristy; multiple great-grandchildren; and several cousins.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Roy Oren Creech, Jr.; her son, Mark Staton Creech; and her daughter, Kristle Lea Creech Hodnett.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Calvary United Methodist Church with Reverends David Vaughn and Meredith Webb officiating.
Family will receive friends immediately following the memorial service.
Those desiring to make memorial contributions may do so to The Mark Creech Scholarship Fund of Ferrum College, Susan G. Komen in memory of Kristle Lea Creech Hodnett and Calvary United Methodist Church in memory of Dr. Roy Oren Creech, Jr., 2179 Stuarts Draft Hwy, Stuarts Draft, VA 24477.
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It was a great honor to be able to do Nurse Honor Guard service for Mary Creech. A beautiful memorial service. Prayers for all the family in weeks and months ahead
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