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Mary Ellen Dawson
Mary Ellen Dawson
Washington
Mary Ellen Dawson, 85 of Washington, died Monday, March 17, 2025, at Halcyon House in Washington.
Funeral Services have been set for 10:00 AM, March 21, 2025, at the Washington United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the Elm Grove Cemetery. Visitation will begin at noon Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the Beatty Funeral Home with family present from 5:00-7:00 PM. Memorials may be designated to the Washington United Methodist Church, Halcyon House Good Samaritan Fund or the Washington Music Boosters.
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