Mary Croy

Mary Croy, aged 57, of Collinsville, Oklahoma, passed away on October 2, 2026. Born to parents Lemuel Kelley and Patricia Rice (Norton) on August 28, 1969, Mary was a beacon of warmth and love in the lives of all who knew her. A devoted homemaker, Mary's passion for nurturing extended beyond her own home and into the community, as she found joy in coaching her son Chris's baseball team. She had an admirable zest for life, finding pleasure in the simple things like garage sales, estate sales, and antiques. There was also nothing that could surpass her love for cooking, a talent she generously shared with loved ones.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Lemuel Kelley and Patricia Rice, and her spouse, Michael Croy. Her spirit continues to live on through her children, Robert Watters of Frisco, Texas, and his wife, Kelsey and Christopher Watters of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Nancy. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Destiny, Christian, Amelia, and Maddox Watters. She is lovingly remembered by her siblings, Mary Kelley of Tulsa, Dennis Rice of Michigan, Brett Rice of Sand Springs, OK, and Lacey Rice of Tulsa, OK. Her love for her family was evident in every facet of her life, and her absence will be deeply felt.

As the poet Maya Angelou once said, "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Mary's legacy is one of love, compassion, and warmth, and she will forever be remembered for the deep kindness she extended to all those around her.

We invite all who knew Mary to share their memories, stories, and photographs on her memorial page. Your contributions will serve as a comforting reminder of the love she bestowed on us all.