Mary L. (Higham) Hernon, 88, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, formerly of New Bedford died Wednesday March 15, 2006 at Cypress Village Nursing Home in Jacksonville. She was the wife of the late John F. Hernon.
Born in New Bedford, the daughter of the late John and Emily (Hares) Higham, she lived in New Bedford all of her life before moving to Florida several years ago.
She was a communicant of St. Mary's Church in New Bedford.
Mrs. Hernon was formerly employed as an inspector at the Acushnet Company for many years until her retirement.
Survivors include a daughter, Donna Marie Garro and her huband Rick of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida; a brother, John "Jack" Higham of New Bedford; and three grandchildren.
She was sister of the late George Higham, William Higham, Margaret Higham and Emily Coffey.
Funeral from the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford Monday March 20, 2006 at 8 AM. Funeral Mass at St. Mary's Church, Tarkiln Hill Road at 9 AM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours will be on Sunday March 19, 2006 from 2-4 PM. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery.