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Mary is survived by her daughter Beverly Hudspeth Genda (Jerry) of Hickory, North Carolina and son Timothy R. Hudspeth (Hope) of Morganton, North Carolina, grandchildren, Brian Beck (Malerie) of Covington, Louisiana, David Munk (Melissa) of Houston, Texas and Brittany Lowdermilk of Morganton, North Carolina. Mary had six great grandchildren, Braleigh, Sway, Pyper, Sawyer, Hudson and Adeline. She is also survived by siblings Ronald Deck(Norma) of Catawba, North Carolina ,Annette Garrou of Valdese, North Carolina, and Carroll Deck ( Mollie) of Marion, North Carolina as well as a number of special nieces and nephews.
Mary was a 1950 graduate of Glenwood High School in McDowell County, North Carolina where she served as Vice President of her Senior Class and was chosen as Most Likely to Succeed. Following high school graduation she pursued her lifelong dream of Nursing. She was a 1953 graduate of the Grace Hospital School of Nursing in Morganton, North Carolina where she developed very close lifelong friendships lasting a lifetime. She began her career in Nursing at Grace Hospital and later worked in the office of Dr. Andrew M. Lang and several other Morganton physicians.
Mary was a member of Burkemont Baptist Church in Salem, North Carolina.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 1:30 pm at Burkemont Baptist Church in Morganton, NC with Rev. Dr. Eddy Bunton officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Dementia Society of America.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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May 7, 2025
1:30 p.m.
Burkemont Baptist Church
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I am so saddened by this news. Mary was a wonderful and compassionate person and nurse who did so much for others. one of Dr. Lang's best decisions was hiring her away from the hospital to be his office nurse! Karen and I offer our condolences.
Tim and Beverly, Mary was the BEST of the best! Her smile was contagious. She was a lifelong friend to our family and will be missed! Love and prayers for you and your family!May God's love and strength comfort you!
We are so sorry for your loss. Shari Brown & family Springfield, Ohio & Larry Ford, Beavercreek, Ohio
Dearest Tim and family. I am saddened to hear your mom's passing. She was a great American.l and my late mother traveled the world it seemed with Ms. Mary by her side. She lived a long life and it was well lived. Mama Josephine passed April 15th 2015. Thanks for sharing your mother with us all. Be safe Bruce
Tim and Beverly I am so sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing.
Tim and family, We went to church with your mom and she was also my nurse whenever I went to Dr. Lang decades ago. She was such a wonderful Christian with a great personality. She was a joy to be around. You have our condolences. May God cover you with his grace, strength and mercy at this time and in the days to come. Rama Jean and Bruce Franklin
Beverly, Tim and Family I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Mary. So many fond memories of Mary working with Mom ( Jean Rudicill) at Dr. Lang's office to coming out to the house for cookouts. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Deepest Sympathy Gina Rudicill
Ronald and Norma, So sorry for the loss of your sister. I remember you and Norma going to see her when you had your car serviced at Rooster Bush Cadillac Now Everett. Sending hugs to you. Thinking of you and all your family. Sincerely, Darlene Suttle
So Sorry, Very Seweet Lady!!!!