Mary L. Mara, age 81, almost 82, went home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2020. She was born to Roscoe and Ruth Brooks on November 27, 1938. Mary is preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband, William James Mara. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children, Billy Mara (Stephanie), Terri Giles, and Kelli Montgomery; her grandchildren, Matthew Smith, Jessica Smith, Will Mara, Caleb Giles, Connor Mara, Layne Montgomery, Mary Grace Montgomery, Riley Mara, Aron Montgomery, Bailey Mara, and Luke Montgomery; great grandchildren, Layton and William; sister, Shirley Trammel; and nephew Johnny Henderson.
After Mary graduated from Hueytown High School, she joined the US Army, where she met the love of her life, Bill Mara. After serving, they returned to Alabama and raised their family. They were married for over 50 years until his passing.
Mary was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church for many years.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 1 pm at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, a funeral mass will follow at 2pm. Burial will be at Highland Memorial Cemetery.