Staunton Star - Times - Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years

Mary Theresa "Terry” Mize, 69, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Heritage Health of Gillespie on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022. She was born Dec. 17, 1952, in Litchfield, to Frederick T. and Theresa Elaine “Elaine” (Monschien) Bierschenk. She married George L. Mize, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 13, 2019.

She was retired after having been a teachers aide for Community Unit School District 7. She is survived by her daughter, Heather (Eric) Mize Ferguson of Gillespie, and several cousins. Mary was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Private services will be held.

Memorials are suggested to wishes of the family. Condolences may be left online at http://www.kravanyafuneral.com. Kravanya Funeral Home in Gillespie is in charge of arrangements.