Mary met and wed Ancel Cochran, and they raised a family, Ancel preceded her in death in 1999. She is survived by her children, Kay Craig and Rondell (Beverly) Cochran; 6 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and many cousins. Mary was preceded in death by a grandson, Joseph Craig.
Mary was very involved in her Baptist Church, serving on hospitality committees. She also managed the Briar House apartment in Royal Oak for many years. She enjoyed meeting her new tenants, caring for them and didn’t retire until her mid 80’s. Mary loved to knit and crochet, making ponchos and blankets as gifts for her family. She will be greatly missed.
Visitation for Mary will be Friday, May 25 from 3-8pm at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071. Funeral Service will be held Saturday, May 26 at 10:00 am at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home. Burial will be at Christian Memorial Cultural Center, Rochester Hills. Memorial Contributions may be made in Mary’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
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