Mary D. Meese

Mrs. Mary D. Meese, age 75, of Highlandville, Missouri, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 6, 2017. She was surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born in Houston, Texas on August 27, 1941 the daughter of Robert and Emma Jewel Thompson (Slaughter). She grew up in California and made her way to Nixa, Missouri as a young woman where she married Alfred "Frosty" Meese on September 24, 1964. He preceded her in the trip to heaven on November 15, 1994. She is survived by her Children; Ed Meese and wife Bobbie, Highlandville, daughter Ruth Ann Meese of Highlandville; two grandsons, Josh Meese of Clever, and Joey Meese of Springfield; nephew, James Thompson of Oregon; along with a host of friends. Mary was a wonderful mom, grandmother, and friend. She was loved by many and will be missed by all. Mary was proud to have graduated from a Christian school in California. She was faithful to the Lord and attended church throughout her life. She attended Ozark Assembly of God Church for the past several years. The Lord was the most important thing in her life. Mary will spend eternity with her Savior and we will meet her again one day. To honor Mary's wishes a graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, February 9, 2017 in Fordland Cemetery, Fordland, Missouri with Pastor Daren Roten officiating. In Lieu of flowers memorials in honor of Mary's life may be made to Convoy of Hope, 330 South Patterson Avenue, Springfield, Missouri 65802. Arrangements are under the care of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark, Missouri. www.adamsfuneralhome.net