Mary DeFraites, 89, a resident of McComb, passed away on October 25, 2025 at Camellia Estates.

A visitation will be held Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Hartman Jones Funeral Home from 12 PM until services at 1 PM. Bro. Jim Dalton will officiate. Hartman Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park in Gretna, LA at a later date.

Mary was born on July 15, 1936 to the late Harry Leroy Lansdell and Essie Brown Lansdell in McComb, MS. Mary was of the Christian faith and believed that Jesus was her Lord and Savior. She was very involved in her church and the Golden Eagles Ministry. Although she lived a quiet life, she was very giving and loved her family dearly.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Sydney DeFraites, Jr.; her sister Dolores L. Williams; and her granddaughter Christine DeFraites.

She is survived by her son Sydney DeFraites, III and his wife, Angie; two grandchildren: Samantha DeFraites,  Michelle DeFraites Carter and husband T.C.; and a sister Lynda L. Phillips; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family would like to give special thanks to Camellia Estates, Compassus Hospice, and Brenda Smith for their care for Mrs. DeFraites.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to McComb First Assembly.