Mary Ann Parish, 76, of North Little Rock, Arkansas died Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Mary Ann was born in Pearl River, New York on July 16, 1949.
On January 7, 1973 Mary Ann along with Stephen, were baptized in symbol of their dedication to their God, Jehovah. Mary Ann married Stephen Parish on September 13, 1969; they were happily married 56 years. Her faith in the resurrection was solid and we can be confident in welcoming her and many others back to life in the paradise soon to come.
Mary Ann is survived by her husband: Stephen Parish of North Little Rock; two sons: Michael Parish of Kansas his wife Tammy Parish, two children Chelsea Garza, and Jacob Garza, wife Randi and their two children Samuel and Hattie. Son Matthew Parish of Lamar, Arkansas, his wife Stephanie their son Hudson and daughter Leighton. Five brothers: Jack Speechley (deceased) and Bob Speechley and wife Iris both of Virigina. Howard Speechley and Bill Speechley both of New York. Jimmy Speechley of Florida his wife Anna; Two Sisters. Hazel Burton (deceased) and Ann Speechley both of Florida, and many nieces, aunts, nephews, uncles, cousins and grandchildren as well as other family and friends.
Memorial will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, January, 31, 2026 at the North Little Rock Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 230 Smokey Lane, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72116.
Cremation arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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Mary Ann was a dear friend, always ready to lend a helping hand. She and Stephen were a great team through life. She loved her family so much! It was our privilege to have known her.
Maryann, as I so fondly called her, was my DEAR Friend. She called me Baby. I will always remember her sweet “pet names” and her precious nursery school type phrases that would cause you to stop and listen, admiring her gentle spirit that would just grab your heart. She was so dedicated to the love of her life, Steve and her boys and their families. She was a hard worker and would do anything for anyone in need. Her extended family included everyone that loved Jehovah and she and Steve would loyally stop to check on all who were sick, tote in hand with one of Mary’s famous casseroles. There is not enough I can say about my Dear Mary. I loved her so much and I appreciated so much her example she set before me Her personality was bubbly and she knew how to lift you up emotionally just by being Mary. What are we.going to do without Mary. That thought keeps passing through my mind. Jehovah will not forget this lovely human being And neither will we.
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