Mary Keirns Obituary
Mary Jane Keirns was born on June 16, 1952 in Hillsdale, Michigan, the daughter of the late Henry Cornelius and Bertha May Irish Carney.
On April 25, 1970, she was united in marriage to Raymond Fredrick Keirns, who preceded his wife in death on April 13. 2010.
Mary Jane previously worked at Angelica Manufacturing and was a member of Pyburn Union Church in Savannah, Tennessee. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and reading.
Mary Jane Keirns departed this life on July 22, 2024 in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 72 years, 1 month, and 6 days.
She is survived by her son, Michael Keirns and his wife Melissa of Savannah, Tennessee; sister, Karen Carney; grandchildren, Timothy Keirns, Zak Keirns and his wife Charity, Trace Keirns, Samantha Keirns, and Madison Keirns; and great grandchild, Kaydence Keirns.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her son, Jeff Keirns; and sister, Shirley Hinkle.
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