Mary Sue DeFreese McDaniel

November 12, 1938 - May 29, 2024

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Sue was born on November 12, 1938, in Jonesboro, Louisiana to Lawrence and Margie (Simpson) DeFreese, and was raised in Ruston, Louisiana. She graduated from Ruston High School in 1956. After attending Louisiana Tech University, she married Robert E. McDaniel, Sr. They lived in Shreveport, Louisiana and El Dorado, Arkansas, before settling in Dallas, Texas, to raise their family. She was a wonderful mother and raised her children in a Christian home. She dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, LP DeFreese.

She is survived by her son Rob (Sandy) McDaniel of Plano; daughter Connie (Paul) St. Clair of Plano; grandchildren Aimee Edwards of Plano, Andy (Samantha) Edwards of Austin, Texas, Jason (Maggie) McDaniel of Houston, Texas, Austin (Ashley) McDaniel of Frisco, Texas, Alli (Jordan) Bakkum of Owasso, Oklahoma, Julie (Mark) Cella of Dallas, Texas; great grandchildren, Elizabeth Belle McDaniel, Sutton Briggs Bakkum, Carolina Genevieve Cella and Calais Parker Cella (and another grandchild on the way); sisters Sandra (Mike) Kane of Ruston and Kay DeFreese (David Scotten) of Weaverville, California, as well as, many nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service will be held in Simsboro, Louisiana.

Donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Association https://www.alz.org, in memory of Mary Sue DeFreese McDaniel.

May she rest in eternal peace and may the memories of her love and kindness live on forever. How blessed we are to have loved someone so deeply that it makes saying goodbye so hard.

Mary Sue DeFreese McDaniel rest in peace. We love you!

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mary Sue DeFreese McDaniel, at age 85, on May 29, 2024, at Silver Care Living, Plano, Texas. She passed peacefully in her sleep of natural causes. Sue was born on November 12, 1938, in Jonesboro, Louisiana to Lawrence and MargieContinue Reading

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From Bob Edwards, Todd, Debbie, Aimee, Andy and Alec. We will miss you and your smile. Love, Bob, Todd, Debbie, Aimee, Andy & Alec

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You were the best grandma a grandson could ever ask for! I love you very much!

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Sue was one of the first people I met when I moved to the Springwood Condominiums in Plano Texas. Sue was always so nice to me, and always had the best attitude. When her balance became an issue I would like to walk her down to where a bunch ladies met in the middle in the street in yard chairs. Sue never let any issues get her done. I have missed her so since she moved away from the community. I am so honored that God put Sue on my path for awhile. Such a gracious lady!!! Sincerely, Richard

So sorry to hear about your loss of a mother, sister, grandmother, relative, friend, or acquaintance. When someone touches your life in the way Mary Sue has touched so many lives, it is hard to see them go. Because she was a wonderful person, she will always be in your heart and in your memories. I did not know her personally, but I do know her sister Sandra who has been a long time school friend. My sympathy and love goes out to her and the entire family. I pray that GOD will give you the strength and courage to find comfort and peace. You are not alone. With heartfelt sympathy, Marilyn Sheaffer

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