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Mary L. Eckhardt

July 1, 1944 ~ February 22, 2026

Born in: Ralston, New Jersey
Resided in: Gainesville, Florida

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Mary Leonard Eckhardt, 81, of Gainesville, Florida, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on February 22, 2026.
Mary was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose life was defined by love, strength, and quiet resilience. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Eckhardt, and granddaughter, Savannah Gordon.
Mary dedicated many years of service to BellSouth before retiring. In retirement, she embraced the things that brought her joy — crafting, reading, and traveling. She had a creative spirit and a curious mind, always eager to make something beautiful or explore somewhere new.
Above all, Mary’s greatest pride was her family. She is lovingly survived by her daughters, Kimberly Hawkins, Tonda Hawkins, Valerie Hawkins, and Jennifer Davis; her 16 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and her companion, Curtis Carlson. Her legacy lives on in the generations she nurtured and the love she gave so freely.
Mary will be remembered for her warmth, her steady presence, and her unwavering devotion to those she loved. She will be deeply missed and forever held in the hearts of her family and friends.

Crevasse’s Simple Cremation is honored to serve the Eckhardt family.

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  5. You will always be loved 🥰 and in our thoughts forever, you are the greatest grandmother I could have asked for, with a heart bigger than most will ever know. You gave me so much joy, love, hope, growing up I’ll never forget you NENE until we meet again I love you NENE

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