Mary A. LeClaire-Jackson

Mary Ann LeClaire-Jackson, 77, of Bradley passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at Riverside Medical Center. She was born on September 13, 1944 the daughter of Paul Lulu (Ownbey) LeCLaire. Mary was a Beauty Schoolteacher for many years, who loved anything beauty related, Halloween, visiting Las Vegas (where she lived for a short time), attending Paint N’ Sip nights, collecting antiques, and listening to her favorite music by Neil Diamond. She especially cherished spending time with family, friends, and her grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Jay Jackson of Bradley, a daughter; Julie (Kendrick) Williamson of Kankakee, 3 grandchildren; Ashley (Jason) Braddy of Kankakee, Briten Jones of Bourbonnais, Kiden Williamson of Kankakee, 4 great grandchildren; Corey, Skyler, and Riley Braddy, Olivia Schweigert; and a sister-in-law, Pam LeClaire of Kankakee. She is preceded in death by a son, Michael Jackson, and a brother; Richard LeClaire. A celebration of life will be held from 4-7pm on Friday, November 19, 2021 at Jensen Funeral Home in Kankakee. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the wishes of the family. Cremation rites have been accorded.