Mary L. Niccum – Fairfield

88-year-old Mary L. Niccum of Fairfield, and formerly of Geff, died early Monday morning, November 30 at Aperion Care in Fairfield.

She was born May 10, 1932, in Wayne County, Illinois, the daughter of Arthur and Mary (Reed) Ferguson. She was united in marriage to Lloyd Niccum in 1954, in Wayne County and he preceded her in death in 1966. She later married A.D. Niccum in 1969, and he preceded her in death in 1975.

Mary had worked as a CNA at Cisne Manor. She was a member of Holiness Rescue Mission Church in Fairfield and volunteered with Meals on Wheels. Mary will be remembered as a kind, quiet lady who loved children, babies, and flowers.

She is survived by her grandchildren: Steve Ward, Rob Ward, Brent Niccum, and Melissa Simpson; a brother-in-law: Bud Niccum; and many nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands, and 6 sisters: Alberta Vest, Edith Henson, Anna Matthews, Wilma King, Eva Bottorff, and Betty Stull.

A graveside ceremony will be held 11 a.m. Friday, December 4 at Pin Oak Cemetery in Sims. Those attending are asked to arrive directly at the cemetery. Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora assisted the family with arrangements. Memorial donations are suggested to the Aperion Care Activity Fund and will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a memory or condolence visit: www.frankandbright.com