Mary Hukill Obituary
Mary Ann Hukill
September 21, 1964 – September 25, 2025
Mary Ann Hukill, 63, of Pittsburg, Kansas, passed away on September 25, 2025, due to health complications following surgery.
Mary was born on September 21, 1964, in Pittsburg, Kansas, the daughter of Edgar and Edith (Fritz) Ellis. She grew up in Arma, Kansas, and spent most of her life in Mindenmines, Missouri, and Pittsburg, Kansas.
Mary devoted her life to caring for others, working as a caretaker throughout her years. She found joy in spending time with her family, cooking, cleaning for her friends, and collecting a little bit of everything. Always selfless and giving, she never hesitated to lend a hand to anyone in need.
She is survived by her children: Courtney Phillips of Pittsburg, Kiysha Chambers of Oklahoma, Carrie Gideon of Lamar, and Ryan Hukill of Pittsburg; her 11 beloved grandchildren: Kevin Hukill, Cameron Chambers, Alyssa Chambers, Kailer Chambers, Aiden Hukill, Abel Hukill, Madison Hukill, Paislee Lintner, Grayson Lintner, Maliyah Gideon, and Laiklyn Widener; her brother, Edgar Ellis of Girard; and her sisters, Sharon Coon of Girard and Donna Shook of Pittsburg. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved her dearly.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Kevin Hukill; her brother, William “Bill” Ellis; and her sisters, Penny Ellis, Rose Ellis, Vicki (Ellis) Martinez, and Dolores (Ellis) Bearden.
Mary’s legacy of love, kindness, and generosity will be remembered and cherished by all who knew her.
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