Birth date: Mar 19, 1931 Death date: May 15, 2025
Mary Baggett, a lifelong resident and passionate servant of the Bentonville community, passed away peacefully at Circle of Life in Bentonville on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the age of 94. Born in Bentonville on March 19, 1931, to Read Obituary
I met Mary 30 years ago while doing a play- Our Town. I was 25 and she was in her mid-60’s. I was inspired by this wonderful woman that was so full of energy, blooming with kindness, and zest for life! I’d run into her over the years after the play. She never forgot me and I will most definitely never forget her. She surely left her mark on everyone she met. I’m sure she’s already organizing a new group in heaven!
Sweet Mary was a charmer. She was one of the first City Council members that I met when I started working for the City of Bentonville. She was also a member of the Criminal Nuisance Abatement Board when it was active, I took the meeting minutes, and was privileged to work with her during that time. I really missed her when she retired form City Council, but every once in awhile she would pop into the Mayor's office and say "Hi!" She will truly be missed, and my heartfelt thoughts go out to all her family and dear friends.
Janice Hopkins
She was always a complete joy to be around. Loved seeing her out and about. She will be missed dearly.💔
Mary was a shining star in Bentonville and Benton County. She did so many things throughout her life to make things better for others. She rarely said no to volunteering to help. She will be missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Sympathy to her family and friends.
What an honor it was to know Mary. She made every person she met feel as though they were the most important person in the room. Her smile was contagious. Those who sang with her in the choir at FBC, will remember her famous saying when we were practicing and not getting it right…”Well, we don’t want to peak too soon!”
She will be missed by so many.
I always admired Mary. I remember her telling me that she quit jogging when she turned 80. She was an inspiration to stay vibrant at any age.
Mary Mumma
