Born November 29, 1939 in Peoria, she was the daughter of Charley and Viola (Broach) Payne. Her parents preceded her in death. She also was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Payne and two sisters, Esther Williamson and Laverne Strange.
Surviving are two daughters, Monica Paulsell and Julie Courtright, both of Pekin; one son, Paul Courtright, Jr. of Farmington, Missouri; four grandchildren, Amy Landry, Jessica Courtright, Richard Paulsell and Ross Bradshaw; nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.
She was a 1957 graduate of Pekin Community High School.
Mary worked for the Tazewell County Recorder of Deeds for more than 20 years, retiring in 2005.
She was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and enjoyed baking, bowling and playing cards.
Her graveside service will be in 4 p.m. Friday, October 8, 2021 at Prairie Haven Cemetery in Pekin. The Rev. Judy Doyle will officiate. There will be no visitation. Arrangements have been entrusted to Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 4234 North Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL 61614.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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