Mary K. Paisley

Mary K. Davis Paisley, née Henderson, passed away on March 12, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on October 2, 1936, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, she grew up in Bedford, Ohio, where she later raised her family before moving to Bainbridge. A longtime active member of Pioneer Memorial Church in Solon, Mary found deep fulfillment in her faith and community involvement.

She is survived by her children Kathy (the late Craig) Adams, Korky (Nora) Davis, Mark Davis, Roberta (Lori) Davis, Paul (Helen) Davis, Karl F. (Mary Mackey) Paisley, Walter R. (Linda) Paisley, and Britain D. (Anna May) Paisley; 18 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and her sister Janet (the late Rev. Dr. Charles A.) Jenkins. Mary was preceded in death by her husbands, James Paisley and Robert Davis; her parents, Stuart and Jean (née Campbell) Henderson; her sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and George Tuma; and her sister, Thelma Henderson.

Mary’s life was marked by quiet devotion to family, church, and the many organizations she supported with her time and care. Those who knew her will remember her gentle strength and the steady love she showed to generations of her family.