Mary Elizabeth Area's Obituary
Mary Elizabeth Area, 68, of Tulsa, sadly left us on January 18, 2023. She died peacefully in her sleep.
Mary was born January 23rd, 1954, in Dallas, TX to Roland and Lucille Cox. She met her husband, Steve, at the University of Arkansas, where she was a Kappa Alpha Theta. After marriage, she completed her degree in English at the University of Kentucky.
During their 48-year marriage, they welcomed 4 children and 11 grandchildren. Being a mom and Grammy was the joy of her life. Mary took deep pride in her children and family and loved them unconditionally. In addition to her family, Mary had many friends she loved as family. She was an active member of Asbury Church.
Mary is survived by her husband, Steve Area, and their children: David and Sarah Area; Michael and Kim Area; Blake and Amy Area; Andrew and Suzanne Boyd. Her beloved eleven grandchildren are: Anderson, Mason, Betsy, Madelyn, Brooklyn, Gavin, Blake, Eleanor, Briggs, Elijah, and Ingrid. She is preceded in death by her parents Roland and Lucille Cox and her brother George Cox. A memorial service will be held in her honor at the chapel at Asbury Church on Wednesday, January 25th at 11:00 am.
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