Mary Anita Braswell

Mary Anita Braswell, age 71, of Raymore, Missouri passed away on Monday, June 29, 2021 at her home surrounded by family.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, July 1, 2021 at Centerview venue at 227 Municipal Cr. Raymore, MO 64083. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary’s memory may be given to St. Jude Hospital at: StJude.org

Mary was born in Kansas City, Missouri on August 1, 1949 to Algo and Anna (Kornis) Davis. Mary graduated from Southeast High School in Kansas City 1967.

Mary married the love of her life and best friend, Bobby Braswell on August 9, 1975. Bobby and Mary’s love story spanned 45+ years. Their companionship was unique in its endearing closeness, and their affection for each other. Some of their greatest joys were working together on their endless projects, planning their future adventures, and relaxing on their porch talking for hours and hours. Together they raised their two kids, Matt and Cory, but also inspired their kid’s friends as an example of how to love their spouses, kids, and friends. Everyone that had the joy of getting to know her affectionately called Aunt Mary or Grandma Mary.

Mary was an artist, and everything she touched turned into something of elegance. She loved to travel and planned every detail of every adventure she went on. She was the greatest host and always made everyone feel special. She was fun, smart, and always had innovative ideas. Mary was a wonderful partner, mother, sister, aunt, grandma and friend throughout her life in every aspect imaginable, and will be remembered for her devoted love to her family and friends.

Mary is proceeded in death by her parents, Algo and Anna Davis and father in law, Guy Braswell.

She is survived by her husband, Bob Braswell; son Matt (Holly) Braswell; daughter Cory (Josh) Carr; 4 grandkids Hayden, Lily, Brooks and Anna; sister Marcia (Brad) Martin; brother Algo Naldo III (Karen) Davis; mother-in law Mary Braswell; loyal doggy to the very end, Roxy and a multitude of family and friends who will miss her dearly.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, July 1, 2021 at Centerview venue at 227 Municipal Cr. Raymore, MO 64083. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary’s memory may be given to St. Jude Hospital at: StJude.org