Charlotte
Mary Bruce Hucks Austin
1928 — 2021
Mary Bruce, 92, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully at home of natural causes, 4/1/21, surrounded by loving family holding her hands, praying, and singing Christian hymns. She was born in Croft, NC on December 20, 1928. Mary Bruce loved working at Southern Bell, but at the request of her precious husband, Ernest, gave up her career after the birth of their first-born, Clarence W. She was an amazing home-maker, working tirelessly, cooking 3 meals/day, canning, freezing, sewing beautiful clothes for her family, and supporting Ernest on their family farm. When hiring seasonal help with crops, all were welcome to share her dinner table, enjoying a delicious home cooked meal, which...