BORN

1938

DIED

2020

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Mary Southworth Obituary

Mary Southworth was born on October 4, 1938, in Jennings, LA, to Peter & Florence Waina, and passed away on November 16, 2020, in Durango, CO. In 1957, Mary married Don Southworth and together they had two sons, Scott and Roger Southworth, both of Durango, CO. Mary had a long career in banking and credit union management, retiring after more than 25 years with the Ford Motor Company Credit Union in Detroit, MI.

Mary was always an active community volunteer. When her family was young, she served on various PTA committees, as a Cub Scout den mother and church choir director. Mary found great joy spending time with family and friends. Like Don, Mary was an enthusiastic sailor and together they explored the great lakes on their sailboat Lucky Strike. In 1999 she & Don moved to Durango to follow their grandchildren and settled in Falls Creek Ranch. Mary was known for hosting special Christmas gatherings and as the world's best grandma.

In Durango, Mary did volunteer work at Needham Elementary, Manna Soup Kitchen, the Salvation Army and Durango Friends of the Arts. She was a long-time member of Christ the King Lutheran Church and active in the Alter Guild. She was also a member of the Durango Kiwanis Club and was well known for chairing the Kiwanis Club's annual silent auction to benefit local youth organizations.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents and Don, her husband of 60 years. She is survived by her sons Scott (Robin) and Roger, and four grandchildren, Ben, Ellen, Lydia and Sam, all from Durango. A woman of great faith, we rejoice that her soul has been released to heaven. A celebration of Mary's life will take place at a later date when we can do so safely. Memorial donations may be made to Christ the King Lutheran Church or the La Plata County Humane Society.

Published by Pine River Times on Nov. 23, 2020.
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Mary and I became friends through our neighborhood and then found out that we shared a great love of books! I loved and respected May and Don from my first meetings wit them in the early 1990's. I think of them with fondness every time I drive past the house. Their Sam and Lydia have s special place in my heart always too. May your memories be a blessing to you all!

Ann Perkins-Parrott

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December 4, 2020

So very sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She and Don were very special friends to Janet and myself and our family.
May she rest in enternal peace.
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Randy and Janet Geist

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December 1, 2020

My deepest condolences to Mary’s family. May the God of peace and comfort be with the family during this most difficult time.

November 26, 2020

Mary was the sweetest lady in Durango. Her heart was filled with kindness towards others. She loved her family and her sweetheart Don. Tirelessly she worked in Kiwanis for the benefit of the children of La Plata County. Her bright smile and gracious spirit will be a role model for others.

Sweetie Marbury

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November 25, 2020

She and Don were the work horses of Falls Creek Ranch May God bless them forever!!

Barney Anderson

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November 24, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Barney and Phyllis

Barney and Phyllis in LaPaz Mexico

Friend

November 24, 2020

To Scott and Roger, you may remember that your father was a good friend to me and I appreciated your mother very much as she brought Don and stayed in Kiwanis. I did a lot of golf with Don and occasionally with Scott. My sincere sympathy,
Don Baker

Donald Baker

Friend

November 24, 2020

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