Mary Ann Polley

Mary Ann (Hayes) Polley July 9, 1928- May 27, 2023 Mary Ann (Hayes) Polley passed away at her home on Saturday, May 27th at the age of 94. Born July 9, 1928, at Saddle Creek in Polk Township, Mary Ann was the fourth daughter of Roscoe R. and Della Mae (Grubb) Hayes. At the age of five, her mother passed away. Later she went on to be raised by her sister and brother-in-law Thelma and William Hays, Sr. Mary Ann attended Burgoon and Smithville High School. She began working at the age of 16 for Sixes Diner before beginning her 30+-year career as an assembler/repair at RCA. Mary Ann spent much of her time on the family farm working tirelessly beside her husband Bill. Faith, Family and Love were what mattered most to her. She was a long-time member of South Union Christian Church where she taught Bible school to young adults. More recently she and her husband Bill became active members of the Bethel Lane Holiness Community Church. Mary Ann had unconditional, non-judgmental love for all. She knew no stranger. She was always willing to lend a helping hand wherever needed. Mary Ann was an amazing cook and gardener. With arms wide open, whether you were family, friend, or stranger, if you went to her home, you were welcomed and blessed with a coveted and plentiful meal. It is believed that her cooking was always the most desired because it contained that secret ingredient - “a touch of her bountiful love.” The unique way Mary Ann humbly served, loved, and cared for people will be missed by all who knew her. It was her life’s mission that all that knew her would know true love, loyal friendship and never go hungry. Our lives are diminished without her, but greater for having known her love. The family she leaves behind are her husband of 76 years, William (Bill) R. Polley, her sons, Jerry (Gloria) Polley and Larry (Margie) Polley. Her grandchildren: Jason (Janelle) Polley, Brechin (Bill) Newby and Carson (Lindsay) Polley. Great grandchildren: Alyssa and Jared Polley, Jenna and Jacob Newby, and Sawyer and Lakyn Polley. Additionally, many loved nieces, nephews, and friends. Preceding her in death were her sisters Marie Adams, Thelma Hays Blackwell, Betty Mulder and Laverne Dumas, as well as, brothers Alvin Hayes and Woodrow “Sam” Hayes. Visitation will Wednesday May 31, 2023 - 12:30-2:30 at Allen Funeral Home 4155 South Old State 37 in Bloomington. The Funeral Service will be 2:30pm at the funeral home, with Pastor Preston Massey presiding. Interment will be at South Union Cemetery. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com

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Mary Ann Polley

July 9, 1928 - May 27, 2023