Mary Anne Sears Obituary
In loving memory of Mary Anne Sears of Wilmington, Illinois, who departed this world on October 24, 2025 at the age of 77. Mary Anne leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Mary Anne's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Mary Anne's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edwin Kelly and Kathryn Kelly (Clancy); her husband David Sears; her son Brian Sears of Wilmington, Illinois; and her siblings, John (Kay Kelly) of Hingham, Massachusetts and Catherine (Gus Baffa) of Niceville, Florida..
She is survived by: her stepmother Veronica Kelly (Ebner); her children, David Sears (Jen Yanke) of Wilmington and Christine Sears Williams (Cliff) of Sugar Grove, Illinois.; and her sister Veronica Dwyer of Peekskill. She is also survived by grandchildren and (11) great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews.
