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      Mary Nelle Brock, age 86 of Albion, IL passed from this life to the next on May 26, 2020 at her home.
      Mary Nelle was born on October 20, 1933 in rural Albion to Clayton and Ethel (Shepherd) Clark.
      She married Ivan Brock on October 6, 1951 at the home of Roy Collins.
      She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters.
      She is survived by her husband, Ivan, daughters Betty (Gene) Barnes and Diane (Ray) Miller, son, Gene (Janice) Brock, brother, Carl Clark, seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
      Due to the Covid-19 restrictions currently in place, a private graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at the Samaria Baptist Cemetery, rural Albion.
      Memorials are encouraged to the Edwards County Senior Center and may be mailed to the funeral home at 241 West Main Street, Albion, IL 62806.
      Friends and extended family are encouraged to leave condolences for the immediate family at www.meridithfuneralhome.com during this trying time.
      Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

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    1. Cori Copeland / May 26, 2020 at 12:42 pm

      Betty, I’m so sorry for the loss of your dear Mother. No pain in heaven, she is truly walking Golden Streets. Take comfort in your precious memories.

    2. Debbie Blair / May 26, 2020 at 12:48 pm

      Prayers for the Family. Mary Nelle will be missed so much. My mother will be smiling so big to have her in Heaven with her. We love that sweet Lady very much. We were able to come back to Albion about 5 years ago and spend some time with Mary Nelle. It was a wonderful memory I will cherish forever. I am so glad that I got to spend the time with her and some of the Family that year.

    3. Debbie Clark / May 26, 2020 at 1:07 pm

      My Auntie Mary Nelle. I was blessed to have known her and able to meet her. Even though distance was an obstacle for me she was quite the character .Good memories of her laughter and love for God,family and Music.With love from her 2 great nieces Danielle and Stephanie. Great great nieces Luna and Sophia.Great Nephews twins Mark and Marshall.Great Great Nephews Bjorn and Norman. As Always Much Love ,
      Debbie Clark

    4. Sherry and Carson / May 26, 2020 at 1:11 pm

      Betty and family. So sorry to hear of your Mom passing. Always liked her. I know you will miss her. But be so Thankful you got to have her all these years. That is a Blessing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers 🙏 🙏♥️

    5. Lisa Dunkel / May 26, 2020 at 1:33 pm

      To all the family I send my heartfelt sympathy. Even though there is no doubt she’s in Heaven with Jesus I will miss her always. Prayers for God to carry you all through. Much love to you all

    6. Danny Lankford / May 26, 2020 at 1:38 pm

      Condolences to family and friends, especially to Betty and Diane. Mary Nell was such a nice lady and neighbor..
      It was always good to see the little red car and smiling face on her way to Samaria. God Bless

    7. Danny Lankford / May 26, 2020 at 1:41 pm

      Condolences to Gene too, as I forgot about the girls’ little Brother. We all rode school bus together, and Gene was a bit younger.

    8. Myrna Mason / May 26, 2020 at 1:48 pm

      I was sorry to hear of Mary Nelle’s passing. I a,ways enjoyed visiting with Murnell when we would see other and was always glad to see her on the senior citizens bus to Olney. Now her back no longer hurts and she is walking straight and tall (well, not very tall ha ha) in heaven. I will be thinking of you all in the days to come.

    9. Mona / May 26, 2020 at 2:11 pm

      Betty sorry for your loss.

    10. Sherry and Carson / May 26, 2020 at 3:04 pm

      Betty and family. So sorry to hear about your Mom passing 💔. Know it is hard. But you can be blessed you had her a long time. She lived a good long life!! You’re all in our prayers 🙏💕. I know she will be missed greatly!!

    11. Cathy Markman / May 26, 2020 at 3:27 pm

      So sorry to hear. She was a strong Christian Lady. Great laugh. Enjoyed visiting with her.

    12. Curtis Ingram / May 26, 2020 at 4:05 pm

      IVAN & family
      Sorry to hear of Mary Nelle’s passing. She always had such a sweet smile.
      You have our sympathy.
      Curtis & Dolores Ingram.

    13. Donna (Shepherd) Stewart / May 26, 2020 at 4:08 pm

      We are so sorry for your loss. Mary Nelle was one of a kind – sweet, kind, and funny! We know she’s having a great time in Heaven catching up with those that have gone before her. We treasure the memory of our times with her. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Much love from the Shepherd cousins – Maurice, Donna, David and Daniel.

    14. Steve and Norma Sawyer / May 26, 2020 at 4:36 pm

      Never met a ‘truer woman of god’…or a kinder soul…thoughts and prayers for the family ❤️

    15. Lori Counts / May 26, 2020 at 5:08 pm

      I met your sweet mom through Nadine bunting. Loved her spunk and her knowledge of God and the word ! We had lots of talks about God and the Bible. Will miss her ! Prayers of comfort to the family Lori Counts

    16. Katie Case / May 26, 2020 at 6:37 pm

      This past year my children and I delivered senior meals to Mary Nelle and came to know and love her as a friend. We are so sorry to you all for your loss and were blessed to call her our friend. She was such a sweet and kind person and we will miss her.

    17. Karen L Smith / May 26, 2020 at 6:56 pm

      So very sorry to hear of Mary Nell’s passing !! Prayers to the family !! She was a sweetheart and so funny. She will be missed ❣💔

    18. Angie Garrett / May 26, 2020 at 7:16 pm

      Prayers for all the family. So sorry for your loss. She had such an infectious smile. Was an amazing lady.

    19. Jenny Clark Farmer / May 26, 2020 at 7:33 pm

      Betty, Diane, Gene and families, you have our heartfelt sympathy. Clark cousins run deep. She was a Christian lady with a lot of spunk, smirky little smile and grace. Heaven has gained an angel today. I’m sure she is rejoicing with God and her family and many friends. It’s never easy to say goodbye to your Mom but in your hearts you know someday she will be there to meet you with open arms and love. Hugs and love to all of you!

      Jenny & Rodger Farmer

    20. Dana and Kerri Mosson / May 26, 2020 at 7:35 pm

      My heart is breaking for you all. You have our deepest sympathy. She truly will be loss, but I know she is in heaven singing. Prayers to you all. ❤ MaryNelle was always one of my favorites.

    21. Diana Kieffer / May 26, 2020 at 7:47 pm

      Mary Nelle will be missed. Sorry to all the family for your loss. She touched many people’s lives mine being one. You are all in my prayers.

    22. Rose Clark / May 26, 2020 at 8:14 pm

      I lack the ability to express my sincere sorrow over the pain that I know you must feel over the recent loss of loved one. Blessings 🕊

    23. Russell Clark / May 26, 2020 at 8:39 pm

      Sending my condolences to Mary Nelles family and especially to Carl. She was a most unique lady which noone could say a bad word about. Sorry we never got that last cup of coffee due to my illness. I have foun memories of our childhood on the farms on Massilon Road. Rest in peace and no more pain my Cousin.

    24. Anita Eis / May 26, 2020 at 8:45 pm

      Always a comfort when we know our loved ones have entered into the presence of Jesus. She left no doubt of where she would spend eternity. I know she will be missed by many, Prayers for the family!

    25. Sandra Futrill / May 26, 2020 at 8:48 pm

      She was a very special lady!

    26. Judith Baughman Saxe / May 26, 2020 at 9:24 pm

      Sorry for your loss of your mother. I will always remember her good nature and smile. Judith Baughman Saxe

    27. PAM CARTER / May 27, 2020 at 7:12 am

      So sorry to here of your loss. She sure was a sweet lady. I enjoyed our visits and laughs we had. She was a wonderful person thru and thru. No doubt she is smiling in the presence of the Lord now.

    28. Sally Brokaw / May 27, 2020 at 8:42 am

      So sorry for your loss. Mary Belle was a good friend to me and I will miss her dearly. I pray the Holy Spirit will comfort you and guide you during difficult time.

    29. Bernice Camp / May 27, 2020 at 9:28 am

      Betty, I’m so sorry to hear this. Prayers for you and all her family.

    30. Nancy Crask VanDePol / May 27, 2020 at 9:54 am

      I got to know Mary Nelle when my brother Jim (Crask) was pastor at Samaria. She was a wonderful, energetic, sweet and talented lady who was very supportive of the work there. So sorry to hear of her passing. I know she will be missed! God bless and comfort you all.

    31. Dean and PK Blake / May 27, 2020 at 11:55 am

      So sorry Betty for the loss of your mother she was a very sweet and beautiful lady! Prayers for you and your family!

    32. Linda Duncan / May 27, 2020 at 12:56 pm

      Betty and family , was sad for you all because like others we feel your loss and know how hard it is but I was glad to read she was at home, I always enjoyed seeing her and visiting with her again I am sorry !

    33. Cristal Stennett / May 27, 2020 at 4:43 pm

      So sorry to hear of Mary Nell’s passing. I have good memories of her teaching Sunday School at Samaria. She will be missed.

    34. Linda Saxe / May 27, 2020 at 7:29 pm

      My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.

    35. Angus Taylor / May 27, 2020 at 10:24 pm

      Mary Nell was my Sunday school teacher, youth leader, friend and my mentor. I will never forget the time she let me drive her mustang…..and I had Never driven before. She was always my encourager. I am glad God took her home and her suffering is over. All my sympathy for you the family. She will be greatly missed.

    36. Jon Crask / May 27, 2020 at 11:29 pm

      Mary Nelle was a huge part of my life, growing up. She was so cool, playing bass, riding Harleys, just so awesome to be around. We’ve kept in sporadic touch over the years, mostly through my Mom, but every time I’d see her it was like we’d seen each other yesterday.
      She will be missed, but she is at rest now, and doing great….cant wait to see her again.
      Praying for all the family, Betty, Diane, Gene, and all the kids, and friends that will miss her.
      She was a very special lady.

    37. Sue Hallstrom / May 28, 2020 at 6:23 pm

      So sorry for the loss of your Mom, she was like a second mom to us! Reminds me so much of. My mom. A joy to be around! Lots and lot’s of great memories growing up. Praying for all the family, she was a very special lady! Love you Dick & Sue

    38. Wayne Stennett / May 28, 2020 at 9:47 pm

      Sending heartfelt condolences. Mary Nelle was such an amazing woman who had such fire for the Lord. Her impact on us younger ones at Samaria cannot be overstated. A true role model.

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