Mary Lou Smith

Mary Lou Smith, 88 of Bulpitt passed away at 1:08 PM on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at Taylorville Memorial Hospital.

She was born on April 27, 1927 at Chicago the daughter of Henry H. and Mary A. (Derry) Hughes. She was united in marriage to Alexander P. Smith; he preceded her in death on September 1, 2010. She was also preceded in death by her parents; Brothers, James Hughes and Rolla Hughes; Sisters, Lorena Davidson and Wanda Dixon.

Mary enjoyed sewing, cooking, gardening and her flowers. She had many pets throughout her lifetime, and loved each one dearly. Mary was a homemaker.

Survivors include: Son, Michael E. Lawrence of Kincaid, IL; Daughters, Loretta Sue (husband, Randy) Ringo of Staunton, IL and Felicia Unser of Pittsburg, PA; Daughter in law, Shannon Lawrence of Bulpitt, IL; 3 Grandchildren, Branden Lawrence, Cody Ringo and Allison Mathis; 4 Great Grandchildren; Sister, Doris Harrison of Taylorville, IL; Several Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at Shafer-Perfetti Funeral Home in Taylorville with Rev. Chad Foster officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery, Taylorville. Visitation will be held on Monday from 5:00-7:00 PM at Shafer-Perfetti Funeral Home.

Shafer-Perfetti Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.