Mary Elaine Liggett, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away after an extended illness during the early evening hours of July 16, 2024 in Atchison, Kansas. She was born on February 1, 1957 in Atchison, Kansas to John and Betty Mae (Jones) Cameron, two loving parents who instilled in her a strong sense of family and faith.
On April 18, 1980, she married Patrick Kevin Liggett in Troy, Kansas. For 28 years, Mary devoted herself to the residents at GranVillas Assisted Living facility until her retirement in the early Spring of 2023.
Mary's greatest joy in life came from her family. She leaves behind a legacy of love through her children: Betsy Liggett of Atchison, KS; Victoria (Stacey) Gorman of Sioux City, IA; Erin (Sumakai) Dupree of Atchison, KS; Annie (Jwahn) Kirk of Saint Joseph MO; and Gavin (Kourtney) Liggett of Horton KS as well as her sister-in-law Linda Cameron, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Her devotion to them knew no bounds as she poured out endless love and support throughout their lives.
Her sixteen grandchildren brought immeasurable happiness into Mary's life: Paige, Jade, Jonathan, Creede, Bryce, Kayden, Acacia, Declan, Veida, Kailah, Alannah, Jeremiah, Sophiah, Julien, Anzonnetta and Le'andra.
The arrival of her nine great-grandchildren: Isaiah, Yasmin, Marcus, Marley, Mylo, Millie June, Dalias, Novah June Marie, and Sasuke further enriched her world.
In addition to being an extraordinary matriarch, Mary had many passions that brought light into the lives around her. She found great joy through baking delicious treats for those she loved.
Mary immensely enjoyed escaping into worlds unknown in the quiet moments just as much as she relished in story time with her grandchildren. She also delighted in attending church services where she felt spiritually connected and uplifted by the community around her.
Mary is preceded in death by her father John, mother Betty Mae, brother Bill, and sister Bonnie.
A woman whose kindness knew no bound, Mary will be remembered for always lending an ear and offering sage advice when it was needed most. Her unwavering strength, courage, and compassion served as guiding lights for all who were fortunate enough to know this remarkable soul.
Celebration of Life services for Mary will be held on August 2, 2024, at 5 o' clock in the evening at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; 818 Kansas Avenue, Atchison, KS. Cremation care has been entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.
May we honor Mary's memory by carrying forward the love, resilience, and grace that defined every aspect of her beautiful life.
