Mary Katherine Buford Obituary in Dalton at Willis Funeral Home

Obituary For Mary Katherine Buford

MOTHER MARY KATHERINE BUFORD - Age 85, of Dalton, GA passed away Monday, February 8, 2021. She was born March 5, 1935. She was a graduate of Emery Street School and was a licensed LPN. She retired as a Nurse Supervisor at Central State Hospital. She was a Matron and served on the Mothers Board at New Hope Baptist Church. She was a co-founder of Living Word of God Church in Milledgeville, GA. She was a member of the Womans Community Club and loved traveling. She was proudly presented the “Key to the City of Dalton” by Mayor David Pennington. She was preceded by her father, Warren Jones, mother, Georgia Mae Bates, brothers, Melvin Jones and Joseph Jones, and sister, Janice Mays.

She is survived by her loving children, son, Malcolm (Valeria) Fain of Dalton, GA; daughters, Cynthia Johnson of Milledgeville, GA, Sheila Dennard, and Janice Fain both of Dalton, GA; grandchildren, Scottie Fain, Tamekia (Deron) Lovette, Tristan (Ashley) Fain, Gerrick (Sandy) Johnson, Gericka (Johnny) Moore, Roderick Freeman, John “Trey” Dennard III, Zachriell Beckham, and Jashia Adams; 16 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren; brother, Vollie (LaChrisia) Macon of Chicago, Illinois; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.

A family only Funeral Service will be held, Friday, February 12, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at Willis Funeral Home with Rev. Rodney Weaver, Eulogist. A walkthrough visitation will take place Thursday 11:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Interment; West Hill Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, GA.

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Aunt Mary Katherine my mom best friend, what can I say! She was a true woman of God whom I watched and admired so much. I will truly miss Aunt Mary Katherine and know that we are praying for you all and love you! May God strengthen you all and wrap you in his loving arms! Love Bishop Claud & Marlene Jone & family

My deepest condolences to the family and friends from Chicago

Praying for you all!

To the family my condolences and my prayers go out to you all mama Buford as we called her at the living word of God church was so amazing Christian woman she will truly be missed I used to tell her when I grow up Miss Buford I'm a going to be just like you and she would smile My love goes out to all of the family MAE Moore from the living word of God church family

Our prayers are with you at this time 🙏 Wayne,Deborah

May God bless and keep you all at your time of bereavement.

Vollie thoughts and prayers remain with you and your family I met you in 1978 when I visited Chicago with your cousin Christine Bishop aka Boonie May your sister rest in peace and forever be with the LORD Marvin L Henderson Kent OH

Heaven has added an Angle; your mom was such a kind person. God bless the family and watch over you all during this most difficult time. Regina Moore Robbs

My deepest condolences and prayers to you her famil. She was such a beautiful woman of God for giving me the pleasure of our paths crossing. I declare that the peace of God surround you all that peace that goes beyond all understanding. In the precious name of Jesus. May you feel his presence at this time. Amen! Cynthia Taylor, Charles and Ann Dwight

My deepest condolences to the entire family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God keep you strong and united through this tough time. Velina Weaver (Cohutta, Ga}

Mary Katherine was one of the finest lady that I've ever known. She was loved by my whole family. She was the best friend to my mother for many many years! We will miss her always. Our deepest prayers are with her family at this time! Jennifer Tanner and Family

Our hearts and prayers goes out to the family at this sad time she will be missed by those who knew her. Patsy MacDade and family k Francis Moody and family Audrey Simmons and family.

Praying for the Faint and Buford families. Pastor Charles Catchings and the Liberty Baptist Church family and friends.

Our hearts and Prayers go out to each of you as you go through this difficult time in your lives, New Hope Baptist Church Usher Board- Velina Weaver

Cynthia, my heart goes out to you and the family. Love you all. ~Schewonda Bundrage and Family~

To the beloved family, know that the Lord is near to those who have a broken heart. Psalm 34:18 Know that God will not leave you alone in your sadness. We at The Living Word of God Church are covering the family in prayer and will miss our dear Mother. Much Love ❤️