Mary Fowler

Mary Fowler, daughter of the late Theon and Marie Schoen Schaefer, was born June 27, 1950, in Kelso, Missouri, and departed her life Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, at her home in Scott City at the age of 73 years.

She was an Illmo-Scott City High School graduate and a former cook for East Missouri Action Agency in Cape Girardeau.

Mary enjoyed spending time with grandchildren, playing bingo, going to the casino, reading, vacationing with family and playing cards.

Survivors include a son, James (Kelly) Talley of Scott City; daughter, Jodi Ann Ferrell of Scott City; two brothers, Gilbert (Bonnie) Schaefer of Jefferson City, Missouri, and Mike (Lisa) Schaefer of Scott City; sister, Dorene Hamm of Jackson; three grandchildren, Dakota Talley, Jordanne Talley and Evie Ferrell, all of Scott City; brother-in-law, Roy Blankenship of Jacksonville, Florida; and close family friends, Earl Simpson and Dianna Gibbs.

Besides her parents, Mary was preceded in death by three brothers, Theon, Veron and Vincent Schefer; two sister, Pat Blankenship and Sharon Knight; and grandson, Theo Ferrell.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapels is assisting with arrangements.