Mary Louise Garrison, nee Askew, 83, of Swansea, Illinois, born Wednesday, June 19, 1935, in Model, TN, passed away Friday, June 7, 2019 at Cedarhurst of Shiloh in Shiloh, Illinois.
Mary was a retired secretary and a member of Winstanley Baptist Church Fairview Heights, Illinois.
She was preceded in death by her:
- First husband: R.D. “Jack” Baker
- Son: Kevin Baker
- Brother: Bobby Askew
- Sister: Ann Major
- Grandson: Michael Holland
Surviving are her:
- Husband: Rev. Wendell Garrison of Swansea, IL
- Children
- Mike (Lola) Baker of Lexington, KY
- Karen (Rocky) Holland of Orlando, FL
- Greg (Joni) Garrison of O’Fallon, IL
- Ruth (Robert) Tramm of West Warwick, RI
- Mary Ann Quinley of Louisville, KY
- Daughter-in-law: Nancy Baker of Fischers, IN
- Sister: Lynda (James) Harper of Louisville, IL
- 13 grandchildren
- 14 great grandchildren
Memorials: Memorials may be made to Winstanley Baptist Church or the charity of choice.
Visitation: Visitation from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL and from 10:00 am – 11:00 am Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Winstanley Baptist Church in Fairview Hgts., IL.
Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Winstanley Baptist Church, with Dr. Timothy Gibson and Rev. Wendell Garrison officiating. Burial will be at Roland Cemetery in Fredonia, KY at 1:00 pm on Thursday, June 13, 2019.
4 Comments To "Mary Louise Garrison"
#1 Comment By Margie Reith On June 12, 2019 @ 8:31 am
My deepest sympathy to the Garrison/Baker family. Mary was a great neighbor and the first neighbor I met when I moved into my home . She rang the doorbell with a loaf of banana bread in hand. Due to a conflict with VBS and and air condition repair, I am so sorry I am not able to share this information in person. May the memories you hold dear in your heart coupled with God’s unfailing love help to heal the hole left in your hearts.
#2 Comment By Nate Adams On June 13, 2019 @ 9:43 am
Mary was a wonderful lady who was a great encouragement to my family personally over many years, and also to the Illinois Baptist family. I am so grateful for her testimony and influence, for her family, and now for her reward in heaven with her Lord and Savior Jesus. Our sympathy and prayers are with Wendell and the rest of her terrific family.
Nate and Beth Adams
#3 Comment By Pam (Quandt) Brannon On June 15, 2019 @ 7:57 pm
My condolences to Ruth and her entire family on your loss. Prayers.
#4 Comment By Virginia Healy On June 23, 2019 @ 8:54 pm
My husband, Con, and I have seen the deep dedication and loving care given to this dear lady, Mary, by her devoted husband, Wendell daily at Cedarhurst. Our hearts reach out to him and their family with deepest sympathy and prayer during this sad time. May our most loving Lord hold you and your precious family close to His heart, comforting you, supporting you with his strength and peace. Con and I have been very touched by your love and the spirit of care you showed Mary especially and everyone around you, Wendell.
Peace and His abundant blessing be yours!
Your friends, Con and Virginia Healy