Mary Durell Obituary
Born January 5, 1949 in Monroe, Mary was the daughter of Richard and Florence "Louise" Ryland. She married the love of her life, Michael Durell, on November 9, 1970. Sadly he preceded her in death July 9, 2023. A dedicated homemaker, Mary also had worked as a Nurses Aide. She was a member of the St. Mary Academy Alumni Group, enjoyed walking in her Sketcher Shoes and spending time in Au Train at the family cabin but her most treasured times were those spent with her family.
Mary leaves to cherish her memory her children: Kari Durell, Laura Durell, Michael J. (Jennifer Durell and Dennis (Kelli) Durell; as well as 11 grandchildren: Chelsea Massingo, Dillinger Massingo, Kandace Durell, Gabriella Durell, Jakson Durell, Layla Reed, Foster Iverson, Ridley Iverson, Krystopher Durell, Andrew Bushroe and Jacob Durell; as well as 12 great grandchildren and a brother James Ryland. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a step daughter Sheryl Durell.
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