of Conway, AR
May 11, 1939 - June 1, 2025
Mary Alice Hardy Mosley Obituary
May 11, 1939 to June 1, 2025
Mary Alice Hardy Mosley of Conway, AR passed away on June 1, 2025. She was born May 11, 1939 in Hattiesburg, MS to the late Richard Nance Hardy and Mary Alice Batson Hardy. Mary was preceded in death by her son, Walter L. Mosley, New York artist.
Left to cherish her memory is her long-time friend and companion, Sally Roden. Also left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Mary Denham (Molly) Mosley-Goren and son, Richard Hardy (Rusty) Mosley. She is also survived by her son-in-law, Matthew Goren; her grandchildren, Maeli Ariel and Benjamin Hardy and her grandson-in-law, Bradley McKnight and great-grandchild, Hazel Bailey; as well as her daughter-in-law, Cristy Mosley and her grandchildren, Lucy Grace, Mary Lynn and Jackson Hardy. Mary is further survived by her brother-in-law, Edward Sartain and niece, Bethany McCann and her family.
Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and cousin. Her family all were loved, cherished and admired by Mary. Mary enjoyed parties and gatherings and ''being on the fun train'' with family and friends. She was active in her church her entire life, serving as an elder and deacon and singing in the choir from her early years in Dallas, TX at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church and throughout her life at churches in Natchitoches, LA and First Presbyterian Church of Conway.
Mary loved music and playing the piano. She enjoyed playing bridge with friends. She was active in the Conway Symphony Orchestra Guild, serving as Guild President for nine years and then as parliamentarian. Another activity important to her was serving on committees for the Arkansas Shakespeare Theatre Association.
Mary served in the Little Rock School District (LRSD) for many years as Reading Supervisor and Director of the Instructional Resource Center. She left the LRSD to teach at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA) in Conway. She taught graduate students pursuing their master's degrees in Reading and Literacy Instruction at the UCA Reading Success Center, which Mary initiated and directed for more than 12 years. Upon retirement from UCA, Mary remained active in the International Reading Association at the state and national levels.
A visitation will be held at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway on Tuesday, June 3rd at 6-8 PM. A memorial service will be held at Conway First Presbyterian Church (FPC) in Conway on Wednesday, June 4th starting at 10 AM, with a reception to follow. Private burial will be held on a later date at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mary H. Mosley Student Assistance Fund, CSO Guild, for student musician support.
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25 Condolence(s)
Julie Hill
Friday, June 6, 2025
Rusty and family, I just learned today about your mom's death. I loved her so much. She was always happy, funny and positive. Mary Mosley will be missed by many. The world just lost a real gem and heaven is rejoicing! Sending prayers to your family.
Julie Phillips Olson
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Rusty and Molly,
Your mom was such a sweetie and an amazing teacher, too! Prayers of comfort during your time of loss.
Angela Webster
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
I offer my deepest condolences to Dr. Roden and to all Dr. Mosley's family and friends.
Ann Peters
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Rusty, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was such a special lady. I loved when she sang in the choir at First Presbyterian. I also had her at UCA. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Miss Julie
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
A life well lived and a life of service to others. I was privileged to have known her.
May the peace and comfort of our Father dwell in your hearts as you miss and remember your beloved.
My love to all of you.
Marla Weiss
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
I have fond and fun memories of sharing Christmas with Molly, Mary, Sally and the entire family.
May her memory be a blessing.
Morgan
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
I was one of the students at the reading center- words cannot describe how thankful I am for Mrs. Mosely and her passion for reading. She will be dearly missed.
Carolyn Ryken
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
We loved Mary so much she was such a special lady and friend!!
Lisa and Bruce Brown
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Sending much peace to Sally and the family! Dr. Mary's spunk, laughter, and stories live on in our memory. We were made better by her presence and encouragement!
Lisa and Bruce
Barbara Detweiler Coffman
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
My dear, sweet and fun friend, Mary Alice… wonderful memories made together from seventh grade on. How we loved playing ping pong in your family's garage on those rainy days, and working together on our school newspaper, the Hillcrest Hurricane! Oh, so much more. Though separated by distance in our adult years our connection was never broken.
Debbie and Bruce Plopper
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we learned of Mary's passing, as she was a bright light in a world that needed one. We will miss her, her laugh, and the many good times we've shared over the last 30+ years.
We are thankful for all the good memories Mary has left us all with.
Sally and family, we share our deepest sympathies with you for your loss.
Michelle Robinson
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Ms. Mary was a wonderful friend and mentor to me. I met Ms. Mary through book club and her love for reading and friendship was inspiring. She will be missed.
Ms. Sally, Ms. Mary's family and friends are in my prayers and thoughts.
Love,
Michelle Robinson
Charlotte Rainey Parham
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Mary Mosley was an amazing person and a great educator I am sorry for your loss and praying for your family.
Mary Marshall
Monday, June 2, 2025
''I'm heartbroken to hear about the passing of Mary. She was such a kind soul, and I feel lucky to have had known her. I hope you're able to find comfort in the memories you shared and the love she left behind. My thoughts are with you and everyone who loved Mary during this incredibly difficult time.
Debbie Ashcraft
Monday, June 2, 2025
I will remember Mary as such a sweetheart who loved others with a gentle spirit. She reflected the Fruits of the Spirit with a genuineness that was inspiring. I greatly respected her powerful and gracious influence. Her smile and laughter could warm any room. Her legacy lives on, and we are blessed for having known her. We can celebrate her remarkable life.
Stephanie Stephens
Monday, June 2, 2025
Molly,
So sorry for the loss of your Mom!
Prayers for the family!
Sherry Dailey
Monday, June 2, 2025
Mary brought sunshine, warmth, love, and joy to our world as well as grace, beauty, and magic. With her passing, there is one less unicorn in our world. With so many happy memories, Sherry Dailey
Christine Helen Mayo
Monday, June 2, 2025
Mary was always so supportive, kind and enthusiastic in the work she did with the CSO Guild. She will be greatly missed.
Dr Karen Young
Monday, June 2, 2025
So many stories to tell, so many adventures, ….. condolences to Sally and Mollee and Rusty and families. Good memories of Mary for all of us who knew her will be held close.
Randy Lyons
Monday, June 2, 2025
Mama Mary's laugh will remain in my ears as will her love in my heart, and her advice and expectations in my brain. She made an incredible mark on this world through her passion for education and live for those around her. My heart goes out to Sally and the rest of her family in this time of loss and celebration for a life well lived.
Bob Barham
Monday, June 2, 2025
Rusty, Molly, and Sally:
I'm saddened to learn of Mary's passing, but thankful she is out of any pain. I've always loved and respected her since I first met her back in the mid-70's... I guess it was. She was always a pleasure to talk with, & always a kind word to say. She will certainly be missed by so many people. My deepest sympathy and prayers for you all. God Bless.
Cynthia and Sy Goren
Monday, June 2, 2025
Mary was an inspiration to her family and friends. Her quick sense of humor and deep intellectual interests could quickly fill a room.
We will miss her.
Cynthia and Sy Goren
Clara Ruth Bass
Monday, June 2, 2025
I've been in DAR for over 10years, Mary was a wonderful DAR lady in our group! We'll miss her!!
Penny and JD Hatfield
Monday, June 2, 2025
Dear Sally, Molly, Rusty and family,
Our hearts break for you during this sad and difficult time. Mary was always the life of the party and we know she's the ringleader of the party in Heaven. We know the last few years have been especially hard. Mary instilled in all of us her love and passion for life. Celebrate all of Mary's and treasure her memory.
William Goren
Monday, June 2, 2025
Always thinking of y'all and our heartfelt condolences from the Goren's in Georgia.