Mary Catherine McGee

Published 4:35 am Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Funeral services for Mary Catherine McGee were conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Saulters Moore Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Jim Allen officiating.

Interment followed in Brady Cemetery. Saulters Moore was entrusted with local arrangements.

The family received friends one hour prior to the funeral service, beginning at 10 a.m., Friday, June 20, at Saulters Moore Funeral Home.

With deep sorrow and profound gratitude for a life well lived, we honor the memory of Mary Catherine McGee, who passed away peacefully at the age of 89 in Bothell, Washington.

Born in Meridian, Mary Catherine grew up in Jackson, where she attended

Byram High School before continuing her education at Mississippi College.

It was there that she met her beloved husband, Jimmy McGee, with whom she shared 67 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they built a life centered on faith, love, and service to others.

Catherine dedicated her professional life to shaping young minds as an Elementary School Teacher, instilling kindness, curiosity, and a love of learning in countless children.

Alongside her husband, she faithfully served in ministry at several churches throughout Mississippi, touching the lives of many in Old Silver Creek, New Hebron, Arcola, Greenville, McComb, Grenada, and Monticello.

Their journey eventually led them to retire in Prentiss, where they embraced a quieter life while continuing to inspire those around them.

Beyond her professional and ministry work, Catherine and Jimmy embarked on a remarkable adventure together, exploring the beauty of the country through their shared love of camping and travel. They proudly visited all 50 states, creating countless cherished memories along the way—each journey deepening their appreciation for nature, culture, and the bonds of family.

She was a devoted mother to three children: Richard, Randy and Lisa.

Though Lisa preceded her in death in 2015, Catherine’s legacy lives on through her sons, Richard of Seattle, Washington and Randy of Portland Oregon, her five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, all residing in the Pacific Northwest.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mamie Sansing, her brother Richard Sansing, her husband Jimmy McGee, and her daughter Lisa McGee.

She is survived by her loving sister, Margie Keeling, and her devoted sons, Richard and Randy McGee.

She will be laid to rest alongside her husband and daughter at Brady Cemetery, reuniting once more with those she loved so dearly.

Mary Catherine’s kindness, unwavering faith, and dedication to her family and community will forever be cherished. Her warmth, wisdom, and spirit will remain in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know her.

Rest in peace, Mary—you are loved beyond words.

Online condolences and a guest registry are available at www.saultersmoorefuneralhome.com