Mary Gay Whitaker

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Mary Gay Whitaker, 64, of Owensboro, passed away peacefully at her home, Friday, May 19, 2023, with family by her side. She was born on September 28, 1958, in Daviess County, KY to the late Charles Jerry Whitaker and Betty Owen Whitaker.

Mary Gay was a former member of Bethabara Baptist Church and served the Lord through her work with Area Relief Ministries in Jackson, Tennessee. She was a Social Worker with more than twenty years of experience. She began her career at Daviess County Health Department and later retired from Mary Kendall Home.

Mary Gay was a selfless, devoted mother, Mammy, Nana, sister, and friend. She lived her whole life being of service to others with her giving nature. Her favorite things in life were spending time with her grandchildren, cooking, crafting, sewing, flower gardening, and spending time with her friends and family in her “vortex.”

Ms. Whitaker is preceded in death by her parents and a host of loved ones. Those left to cherish her memory are her sisters: Karen (Wayne) Shelton of Philpot, Kentucky, Nona Whitaker Latham of Philpot, Kentucky, and Leslie (Jeff) Poore of Mullins, South Carolina; her sons: Zachary (Jessica) Brazier and Dominique Evans, her grandchildren: Max Brazier, Ella Lanham, Madisyn Evans, Ariya Evans, Krystin Wells, Morgan Wells, Trevor Willis, and Tyler Wells; and lifelong best friend, Jackie Rye.

Services will be held at 6:00 PM on Monday, May 22, 2023, at Haley McGinnis Funeral Home and Crematory. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM until the time of service. A private burial will take place at a later date.

Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mary Whitaker. Leave your messages of condolence for the family of Ms. Whitaker and sign her virtual guestbook at www.haleymcginnis.com.

Services

Funeral: May 22, 2023 6:00 pm

Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory
519 Locust St.
Owensboro, KY 42301


https://www.HaleyMcGinnis.com

Visitation: May 22, 2023 12:00 pm

Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory
519 Locust St.
Owensboro, KY 42301


https://www.HaleyMcGinnis.com

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  1. As a former youth from Mary Kendall I can say ms mary gay was one of the most caring and loving staff members I have ever met! Me and her loved to sing the song “It’s a great day to be alive” By good ol Travis Tritt, and we would stay up and talk late hours at night and it usually ended with a hug and a I’ll see you tomorrow night, I trusted ms mary gay with everything, she was there to comfort me when I got my heart broken and she was there when it was only me and her on Christmas Day and everyone else left to be with their family and she came in and took me to wasabi and held me when I cried because I felt alone. She was a true kind hearted soul! And I will dearly miss her and cherish every memory that we had! My deepest condolences and sympathy for her family and her loved ones and friends at this time! Rest in peace Ms mary gay! I love you!

  2. I am so upset I will not make it tomorrow to say my last goodbye…I will miss you and your selfless self…I remember anybody and everybody that crossed your path you took care of in some way shape or form…the leave me a note book by the toilet was the best…

  3. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be
    so he put his arms around you and whispered,
    “Come to Me”

    With tearful eyes we watched you
    and saw you pass away
    and although we love you dearly
    we could not make you stay.

    A golden heart stopped beating
    hard working hands at rest.
    God broke our hearts to prove to us
    He only takes the best

  4. My first memory of Mary Gay…you’re from the north aren’t you ? I said yes why ? Cause you put sausage in your stuffing! Will miss her more than I can say..Love Laurie

  5. I’m praying for your family and pray God puts his arms around all of you and you feel his comfort during the next several months.
    Love from Tennessee
    Connie McClendon

  6. It was such a privilege and honor to work with Mary Gay.
    She was so sweet and incredibly thoughtful.
    Memories & love of her will live in all our heart’s forever.
    Prayers for peace & comfort to her beautiful family.

  7. Leslie…
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

  8. Mary Gay was the woman I’ve tried to be.
    Her family has my prayers. She will be missed.


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