She was a retired mail carrier in Dumas, AR and was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Mary loved cooking for her family, fishing, gardening, traveling and sharing her knowledge of the Bible with everyone she met. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, James Edgar Holdcraft; and a sister, Irma Jean Harrison.
She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Ricky H. Murray of Monticello; her son, Ricky B. Murray and wife Megan of Monticello; her daughter, Lisa Thomas of Monticello; seven grandchildren, Joy Everett (Ty Faulkner), Wyatt Thomas, Coleman Murray, Autumn Murray, Ricky William Murray, Anna McArthor and Madison McArthor; and two great granddaughters, Yanni and Scarlet.
Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 14, 2022, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. There will be a moment of visitation with the family after the memorial service. You can sign Mary's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(9)
Paula Allen
Little Rock, AR Friday, June 3, 2022 I met Ms Mary while she was coming to Carti. I grew very fond of her Such a precious lady. I will miss her gentleness. Sending prayers to your family for you lossBecky/Mike Davis
Huntington, AR Saturday, May 14, 2022 Our dear friend Mary. So hard to believe she is gone. We will miss her so much. Our neighbor, best friend, sister, great cook, homemaker, grandmother, wife, mother, she was the best. May we all see her again soon in the resurrection in Paradise. (John 5:28,29)Stephen withers
Little Rock, AR Saturday, May 14, 2022 So sorry to hear about Mrs Mary. I remember as a little boy going and playing baseball, singing karaoke with Ricky and going out in field service with her. She is definitely going to missed.Wanda (Allen) Hudson
Farmersville, TX Tuesday, May 10, 2022 I’m so sorry to hear about Mary’s passing. She and I went to high school together. She was always such a sweet person to me and good friend. May she Rest In Peace and my condolences to the family. I know you will miss her.Wanda (Allen) Hudson
Farmersville, TX Tuesday, May 10, 2022 I’m so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She and I went to high school together. She was always such a sweet person to me. May she Rest In Peace and my condolences to the family. I know you will miss her.nellie white
Monticello, AR Monday, May 9, 2022 sorry for your loss Bart and Lisa. sending the whole family my love and condolences .Kay Ozment
Monticello, AR Monday, May 9, 2022 Ricky, we are so sorry. Mary was a sweetheart to everyone. Prayers going for you and your children!! David & Kay OzmentDolly Farmer
Mt Carmel, IL Monday, May 9, 2022 Ricky, Lisa and Bart, I am so sorry to hear about Mary. I pray God's love, healing and blessings will comfort you during this time of loss! Let me know if there's anything I can do for y'all.KT Patten
Monticello, AR Monday, May 9, 2022 Sincerest condolences and prayers to the family