Mary Ann Carney's Obituary
Mary Ann “Quail” Carney, 62, of Fredonia, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at her home. Mary was born on February 9, 1961, in Arkansas City, KS, the daughter of Leland Jackson and Cecil Lorretta (Beard) Burns.
Mary was one of ten children, she enjoyed fishing and camping, going to yard sales and thrifting. Mary enjoyed working on puzzles and doing crochet work.
Mary had a joy of seeing people and working with them. She enjoyed this so much, she decided at a young age to take a job working for Ottawa Carnivals, where she traveled and operated amusement rides and was always able to see and talk with different people.
Survivors include:
Two Daughters:
Lori Smith
Mara Smith
Four Siblings:
John Degand of Texas
Gloria Stone of Mulberry, KS
Betty Burns of Fredonia, KS
Boyd Burns of Neodesha, KS
Three Grandchildren:
Mary was preceded in death by her parents and five siblings: Kathy Martinez, Rufus Burns, Evelena Thomas, Deborah Phillips and Orlis Bryant.
Cremation has been requested, and a graveside memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials have been suggested to the Fredonia Food Bank and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home 420 S. 20th St., P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736
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