Mary Frances Kendrick, 92, received the promise of eternal life on Wednesday, May 4, 2022.  She was born in Greenville, Alabama, on April 17, 1930, daughter of the late Tommy and Verna Lawson.

Mary worked for American Motors in Kenosha until her retirement.  She enjoyed reading and cooking in her spare time.  She also liked to try her luck at the local casinos from time to time.  Above all, Mary loved her family tremendously and enjoyed spending time with all of them.

Mary leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Rance (Theresa)Kendrick, Charles (Rachel) Kendrick; grandchildren, Edward Gordon, Purnell Price, Charles Kendrick, Kendra Kendrick, Rance Kendrick Jr.; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Voncille Hudson, Alma (Robert)Crittenden; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends too numerous to mention.

In addition to her parents, Mary is preceded in death by her husband, James Kendrick; brothers, Tommie, James, Earnest, and Javon Lawson; sisters, Willie Foots and Janie Polk.

A celebration of Mary's life and homegoing will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road.  Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service.  Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery.

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