Mary Lucille “Seal” Eckard, 85, of Fishersville, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at Shenandoah House of Augusta Health.
She was born October 28, 1934 in Augusta County, a daughter of the late William and Lillie Mae (Atkins) Eckard.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Howard Eckard and Dennis Eckard; and a son-in- law, Lenwood F. Simmons, Sr.
Prior to retirement, Mary was employed by Unifi with 30 plus years of service.
She loved doing crossword puzzles and eating her sweet treats, but mostly spending time with her grandchildren.
Family members include a daughter, Linda Simmons; four grandchildren, Lenwood F. Simmons, Jr., Marian Simmons, Melissa Gibson and husband Jamie, Kevin Simmons; and three great grandchildren, Morgan Simmons, McKensley Gibson, and Adelynn Simmons.
A memorial service will be conducted at 11:30 AM Thursday, January 2, 2020 in the Henry Funeral Home Chapel by Tex and Millie Ramsey.
The family would like to thank the entire staff at Shenandoah House for their loving care.