Mary E.L. Bannon Obituary
The world bids farewell to Mary E. L. Bannon of Marion, North Carolina, departing on February 26, 2025 at the age of 76. Mary leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary E. L. Bannon to show support.
As Mary departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Mary may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Mary leaves behind.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Guy E. Leiby and Evelyn Miller Leiby; her sister Nance Bell; her close friend Diane Byers; her former husband James "Jim" Stoner; and her pet Peaches.
She is survived by: her siblings, Tom Leiby of Hayesville, NC and Susanne Krause (Bill) of Pottstown, PA; her friend Dennis Bannon; and her pet Ellie. She is also survived by four nieces and one nephew and their families; her former husband.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish to honor her memory are encouraged to make a donation to an animal rescue or veterans' charity—a tribute that would truly reflect Mary's generous and compassionate spirit.
