Mary Elizabeth Barron was born June 25, 1930, in Manleyville, Tennessee.  She passed away on October 25, 2022, at the age of 92.  She was the daughter of William Marvin Vaughan and Truma Elizabeth (Calhoun) Vaughan.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert Wade Barron whom she married on September 19, 1948, in Dyer Tennesse, and her brothers William (Bill) and Hugh Vaughan, sister-in-law Violet Vaughan, sister Martha McCord, brother-in-law James McCord, and son-in-law Charles (Chuck) Carleton.

Mary is survived by her sister-in-law Margie Vaughan, (2) sons John Michael (Cindi) Barron, Robert (Frances) Barron, (3) daughters Jane Carleton, Mary (Ronnie) Moyers, Julie (Joe) Pritchett, (12) grandchildren Emilie Hughes, Desiree Bledsoe, Robert (Sarah) Barron, Shirley Barron, Faith McKInney, Carolyn Carleton, Charlie Carleton, Hunter Barron, Trevor Barron, Amy (Corey) Hoover, Ashley (Ryan) Jackson, Allison (Mikey) Underwood, (18) great-grandchildren, (3) great-great grandchildren, (1) godchild Laura Rehn Hinkle, and many nieces and nephews.

Mary worked as a church secretary at Fredericktown United Methodist Church before being employed as the payroll supervisor for Fredericktown R-1 School District. She retired after thirty-2 years of service.

Mary was a member of the Fredericktown United Methodist Church for over 65 years. She was an active member of her Sunday School class and served on the church council board for many years.  She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority, Eta Eta Chapter.

Mary had a passion for music and enjoy playing the organ and piano at church for many years. Her talent was admired by many who had the opportunity to listen to her play. She would play at church, nursing homes, community events, and for family and friends. She also enjoyed traveling, gardening, playing games, cooking, shopping, playing golf, watching football, and an occasional trip to the casino. Mary always took pride in looking her Sunday best. Her greatest joy was spending time with family and friends.