Mary Louise Irish Obituary (1924 - 2013)

Girard-Mary Louise Irish, 89, of Girard, IL passed away at 1:10 P.M. Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at Pleasant Hill Village, Girard, IL. Mary was born January 3, 1924 in Lawrenceville, IL a daughter to Orlie & Myrtle (White) Hodge. Mary later married Harley Irish in Bridgeport, IL in 1945. Mary worked along side her husband who owned and operated two grocery stores in Girard & Farmersville, IL. She also worked at Sav-Mor Pharmacy and was a Scout Leader. Mary was a member of the Eastern Star and was an active member of the church. Surviving Mary is a son, David (Connie) Irish of Independence, MO; daughter, Sharon (Brian) Grooms of Virden, IL; brother-in-law, Mac Irish of Virden, IL; 3 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and 1 great-great grandchild. Preceding Mary in death are her parents; husband, Harley Irish and a brother, Robert Hodge. Cremation rites were accorded by Calvert & Ferry Funeral Home, Virden, IL. A memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. February 9, 2013 at the First Presbyterian Church in Virden, IL with Pastor Sue Sawyers officiating. Memorials may be made to the church. To leave a comment for the family please visit: www.calvert-ferryfuneralhomes.com