By Staff
Mary Hooker Richards, 84, of Plymouth, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother; widow of George C. “Mutt” Richards, went to be with the Lord, surrounded by her loving family and friends, Friday, July 13, 2007. She was the daughter of the late Herbert C. and Sarah Matilda Hooker and is survived by two sons, G.C. Richards, Jr. and his wife Mellie, Frank Richards and his wife Patrice; a daughter, Darlene R. Shannonhouse and her husband Bill; grandchildren Kimberley, Malissa, Tara, Steve, Shannon, Brian and Sherri; great-grandchildren Danielle, Meghan, Matt, Aaron, Mia, Kenton and Landon; and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friends.
Mrs. Richards was strongly devoted to God and family. She was a lifelong devoted member of Plymouth Church of Christ. She graciously opened her home to family and friends and had a great love for hobbies, decorating and cooking. She loved sharing meals with family and friends. The family would like to extend heartfelt appreciation to all the friends who have helped her throughout her illness and since the passing of her husband.
The family will receive friends 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Plymouth Church of Christ, where funeral services will follow at 4 p.m. Interment will be in Windley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Plymouth Church of Christ, 905 Washington St., Plymouth, NC 27962. Local arrangements are by Hillside Funeral Service of Washington.
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