Mary Virginia Barron, 87, passed away peacefully, March 26, 2024. She was born November22, 1936, in Hampton, Virginia, the daughter of James and Clara (Grant) Hayslett.

Mary was a true southern bell, always bright and sweet. She prided herself on being a lady first, and she had a strong gene of southern hospitality. Mary loved to lend a helping hand to those in need, and to share her hospitality with others. Although she was sweet, Mary was very quick-witted and liked to keep you on your toes. She loved to laugh, but more than anything she found a great happiness hearing others laugh from the heart. In her free time Mary loved to play scrabble and cards, as well as sewing crocheting, reading, and gardening with her family.

Mary is survived by: daughters, Myra (James) Conley of Hesperia, and Margo (David) Morley of Stewartsville, NJ; sons, Marc and Mike Barron; sister, Sue Noakes; as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mary was preceded in death by: her parents, James and Clara (Grant) Hayslett; daughters, Celest Barron and Toni Lewis; and Jere Barron and Robert Lewis.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Newaygo County Compassion Home, 20 South Stewart Avenue, Fremont, MI 49412.

A Celebration of Life will be held sometime in September of 2024 at Jim and Myra's home in Hesperia. More details will be released at a later date.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Hesperia Chapel, is in charge of arrangement.

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