Mary Lou Meaher died unexpectedly yet peacefully on October 2nd, 2022. While a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Mrs. Meaher spent her childhood years in El Dorado, Arkansas. She graduated from Arkansas State and later earned a master’s degree in political science from the College of William and Mary as well a master’s degree in library science from Emory University. Mrs. Meaher was an avid preservationist. Her most notable accomplishment was the care of her historic home, which she shared with the community. She also enjoyed Mardi Gras, especially parading, and was a member of several mystic societies. Numerous civic organizations benefited from her volunteer service, notably the Junior League of Mobile, Bellingrath Gardens, Tulane University and UMS- Wright Preparatory School. She is survived by her husband of forty-nine years, Augustine III and together they raised their six children: Four Meaher (Kadi), Meg Meaher, Annie Meaher, Sarah Meaher, Helen Meaher, and Sadie Meaher Wright (Josh). She is also survived by her brother Bill Booker (Carolyn) of Little Rock, Arkansas, and sister Sara Booker Finnell of El Dorado, Arkansas. Mary Lou was supported by her eclectic group of friends who cherished her one-of-a-kind spirit, and her most devoted friend since moving to Mobile, Molly Williams.
Interment will be private at Magnolia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Bellingrath Gardens and Home Foundation, 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road, Theodore, Alabama 36582, Friends of Mobile Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 81745, Mobile, Alabama 36689, and UMS- Wright Preparatory School, 65 North Mobile Street, Mobile, Alabama 36607.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.radneyfuneralhome-mobile.com for the Meaher family.
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