Mary Ann Cornelius 87 of Lamesa, Texas was called home on July 23, 2023. A family service is scheduled for a later date.  Cremation by HANSARD FAMILY Funeral Home in Friona, Texas.

Mary Ann was born December 23, 1935 to Henry and Marie Hunt, she was raised on the family farm in Lamesa, Texas. Mary Ann attended Abilene Christian University where she earned her teaching degree.  She then moved to New Mexico where she worked for the Las Cruces Public Schools as an elementary school teacher for over 30 years. In 2019, Mary Ann moved back to Lamesa, Texas, her childhood home and lived there until her passing.

She is survived by her brother Chris Hunt, her daughter Melissa Butzbach, 2 grandchildren, 1 great- grandson, 1 niece, 3 nephews, 2 great nieces,4 great nephews and 6 great-great nieces. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents, 3 brothers and 2 sisters-in-law.

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