Mary Elizabeth Bowers Kailimai, 64, of Homeland, GA passed away October 4, 2015 in Jacksonville, FL. She was born August 5, 1951 in Folkston, GA to the late Earl Cleveland Bowers and Veronica Reed Bowers. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Hilliard, FL.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her Brother: Harold Hodges and a Sister: Nina Alexander.
She was survived by her husband of 43 years: James Awana Kailimai; 2-Children: Jamie Kailimai & Marcy (Adam) Chism; 3-Grandchildren: Morgan Lokelani Kailimai, Taylor Kai Flora, & Brock Kaeo Chism; 6-Sisters: Carolyn Edwards, Rose Pritchard, Annette Todd, Sylvia Frankovick, Vivian Smith & Lynette Rowe and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, October 6 from 6-8 PM at Shepard Funeral Home in Folkston, GA. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 7 at 11:00 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Hilliard, FL with President Gordon Hand officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Hilliard, FL.
Condolences may be expressed by signing the guest registry at www.shepardfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard Funeral Home in Folkston, GA.
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