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Mary Reba Connell, 79, devoted member of Winter Park Baptist Church

Mary Reba Connell

WILMINGTON — Mary Reba Connell, 79, surrendered her spirit for eternal reward with God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit Sunday, July 19, 2020.

Mary was born Jan. 9, 1941, in Andrews, North Carolina, the daughter of the late Nathon and Hazel Reynolds.

She was also preceded in death by her eldest sister, Sue West; brother, Billy Reynolds; and youngest sister, Sandra Hickman.

Surviving are her loving husband of 58 years, Clyde Richard Connell of Wilmington; sons, Clyde “Ricky” Richard II and Ronald “Ronny” David; three loving grandchildren, Megan, Kristin and Cory; and four loving great-grandchildren.

Mary was a devoted member of Winter Park Baptist Church.

Services are being planned for a later date.

The family wishes to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Liberty HomeCare and Hospice for all of the loving care they received.

Share online condolences with the family at Wilmington Funeral & Cremation.

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