Mary Charles Thompson LeMaster
Wednesday 22nd of August 1923 - Saturday 4th of March 2023
Services
Visitation
Celebration of Life
Clergy Todd Nelson
Mary Charles Thompson LeMaster,
affectionately called “Miss Charles” by her siblings, children, and friends,
was embraced by the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ March 4, 2023. She
was born August 22, 1923 in Morgan County, KY/raised in Bath County to the late
Charles H Thompson and Grace W Thompson. She was preceded in death by her
husband John W LeMaster and son Dr. John P LeMaster DDS.
Mary was a member of First United
Methodist Church of Lexington and served over 70 years in many areas - Greeter,
Room in the Inn, United Methodist Women, Women Society of Christian Service,
Belle Bennett Circle, Emily Creech Circle; she was inducted into the First
Saints in 2007. In addition, she was active and held office in many community
organizations - PEO Chapter K, Women's Club of Central Kentucky (GFWC),
Lexington Bluegrass Council, Investment Club, Project Hope.
Mary was an avid bridge player in various
groups. Her favorite partner was her husband John. She loved to travel worldwide. She was a
member of Cotillion, with her favorite partner John; they were first and last
off the dance floor. She learned to swim in her 50’s, modeled in her 70’s, and
was always an enthusiastic UK basketball fan!
She is survived by two children, Sherry
R LeMaster, Ann (Randy) Williams, a grandson, Ryan Williams who was the “apple
of her eye”, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be at First United Methodist
Church, 200 W High St. Lexington, KY,
Saturday, March 11th from 10am-12pm. The service will follow at 12pm.
In lieu of flowers memorial
contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, Lexington, KY; PEO
Chapter K, Lexington, KY, or Hospice of Randolph, Asheboro, NC.
To share a remembrance of Mary or to
offer condolences to her family, please visit milwardfuneral.com.
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Guest Book
Jim and Gwen Murphy
saysSo sorry to hear of the passing of Mary. I remember many times being welcomed into to the LeMaster home for youth group meetings. We always appreciated the LeMasters participation at First. Prayers and blessings for Sherry, Ann, and family in this time of loss.
Dotti Groover-Skipper
saysDearest Sherry, Ann and Family, Sending you much love and comfort during this difficult time. Your beautiful Mom was simply extraordinary! What a wonderful legacy she leaves through you and your precious families. God Speed Aunt Mary.
Martina Ockerman
saysMy sincere condolences to the LeMaster family. Mary was my friend in Christ, and I know she is in the arms of the Lord. I loved spending time with her. We had a lovely drive to North Carolina where we visited with John Phillip and stayed in Ann's lovely home. I will always treasure that time together. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers in the days to come.
Roxanne Martin
saysMary and John LeMaster pure in heart. John the gentlemen of gentlemen’s. Mary a warm, genuine, empathic beautiful lady inside and out. So grateful and blessed to have met them and enjoyed the wonderful people they are. I thank God he brought Ann their daughter into my life to have had the pleasure to enjoy all of them over the years. Please know you are all in my heart and prayers as you miss the loving company of your parents and know they are in God’s loving arms🙏❤️
James Mack MD
saysI knew Mary as a lifelong member of FUMC Downtown where she was a close friend of my mother who was also a lifelong church member there. I grew up knowing her three children and visited her home on Louisiana Avenue many, many times to visit Sherry while we were in high school together. She was one of the kindest women I have ever known. My fervent prayers go out to her lovely family. I will miss her and will always think of her as I look each Sunday at her favorite pew at FUMC.
Brenda Nally
saysMary was a beloved member of First Church. Her gracious smile and kind nature were a joy to everyone. She always made me feel special and loved. She will be much missed. Rest in peace, Mary.