Redkey - Mary Alice Friddle, 87, of Redkey, IN, passed away Saturday, July 10th, 2021 unexpectedly at her residence. Mary was born in Redkey, IN, on January 5, 1934, a daughter of the late Russell J. and Ina (Heniscey) Rantz. She was a 1952 graduate of Redkey High School, a devoted woman of God, wife, mother, granny and homemaker throughout her life. Mary was the widow of Donald L. Friddle who she happily married on November 16, 1952 and sadly lost in 1989. She was formerly employed by Carr Canning Factory, Willman's Bakery, McCord's 5 & 10 store, and Redkey Pak-A-Sak. Mary was a member of The Jay County Extension Homemakers, and attended Redkey Methodist Church whenever should could. She enjoyed crocheting, plants, animals, sitting on her porch, scrap booking cherished family memories, listening to gospel music, watching Jimmy Swaggart and other Christian ministry programs, and reading her Bible. Mary is survived by 3 sons; Jeffrey A. Friddle (Martha), Donald D. Friddle (Perlita), Ted L. Friddle (Brenda K.), 1 sister; Wanda Kay Buckles, 6 grandchildren; Mindy L. Glassford (Joe), Lindsay D. Friddle (Mindi), Brandon L. Friddle (Holly A.), Dylan M. Friddle (Scott), Taylor Jo Steed (Corey), Lane Zaugg (Sammy), 10 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Donald L., 2 sisters; Theodotta D. Hillard, Helen Joyce Farling, and 3 grandchildren, James (Jamie) Friddle, a precious infant grandson, and Justin Wade Friddle. Services will be private at the convenience of the family with burial to follow in Hillcrest Cemetery in Redkey, IN. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The Jay County Humane Society. Arrangements have been entrusted to MJS Mortuaries - Redkey Chapel.

Posted online on July 12, 2021