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1943
2017
Mary Birmingham-Connaughton, 74, of Bartonville, IL, passed away at 9:02 AM on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at St. Francis Medical Center. Born on March 15, 1943 in Peoria to John F. and Margaret E. (Barnett) Birmingham, she married James "Swede" Connaughton in Peoria on April 19, 1960.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Daniel.
Surviving are her husband, one daughter Kimberly (Don) Mitchell of Bartonville, one son James of Davenport, IA, grandson Tyler Bradley of Asheville, NC, two sisters Delores (Charles) Hoffman of Ina, IL and Barbara (Larry) Williams of Bartonville, IL, one brother Jerry of Washington, IL, and several nieces and nephews.
Mary was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend. She was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Peoria. She loved working outside in her flower garden (weeds not welcomed).
Honoring Mary's wish, cremation will be accorded and no services will be scheduled. Davison-Fulton Bartonville Chapel is in care of the arrangements. Memorials may be made to St. Ann Catholic Church, 1010 South Louisa, Peoria, IL 61605. On-line condolences and tributes may be made at www.davison-fulton-bartonvillechapel.com.
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6 Entries
September 20, 2017
Liz Bainbridge
Kimmie & Family, I'm so sorry for your loss of your Mom. Lifting Prayers for Gods Peace & comfort for you all at this sad time. Thinking of you with deepest sympathies.
Hugs, Liz Bainbridge
September 19, 2017
Dear Connaughton family,
I am shocked and saddened to learn that Mary passed away! We have a lot of fond memories of her while we were growing up! She was such a sweet and caring woman. Prayers for all of your family!
Kim and Jeff Benton
September 19, 2017
Roger Royer
Swede, Jimmy, and the rest of the family, We are so sorry for the loss of Mary. She was always such a beautiful and elegant lady inside and out. WE will always cherish all of the fun times we use to have.Sending prayers of comfort and condolences. May GOD be with you at this sad time.
Roger and Niki Royer
September 18, 2017
I am sad to hear of Mary's passing. She was a wonderful person and friend that I had the privilege of knowing 50 plus years. I really missed Mary when I moved away from Peoria to another state. May God be with your family, Mary, and all who knew and loved you.
Janet (Pennington) Shoemaker, S.C.
September 17, 2017
Dearest Connaughton family,
Brad and I are deeply saddened at the news of Mary's passing. There are so many fond memories of you all, within the Pennington families. Mary was such a super gal and will be extremely missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless,
Brad and Lori Pennington
September 17, 2017
Brian Birmingham
Aunt Mary was a sweetheart. One of the kindest people you would ever meet. She will be greatly missed.
Love,
Brian and Betty Birmingham
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