Mary Hearne

Mary Alice Hearne, 97, of Indio, California, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026.

Mary was born on December 3, 1928, in Brazos County, Texas, to Robert and Emma Blue. She was a nursing assistant for many years, touching countless lives through her patience, warmth, and dedication to serving others.

Mary was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. A woman of faith, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and dedicated her life to being a caretaker and a pillar of support for her family, friends, and community. She enjoyed cooking, family time, and cheering on her children and grandchildren at every opportunity. She will be remembered for her kindness, quiet strength, and the love she shared so freely.

Mary is survived by her children, Paul Hearne, Linda Hearne, and Bertha West; her brothers, George Rayford, Bobby West, Londell Blue, Leonard Blue, and Larry Blue; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Clifford Hearne; her daughters, Ruth Hearne and Brenda West; her parents, Robert and Emma Blue; and her brothers, Tommie Rayford Jr., Robert Blue, John Blue, Ozell Jones, and Ezell Jones.

A memorial service will be held on January 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Forest Lawn in Coachella, California.