Ms. Mary Ann Canty Obituary in Orangeburg at Simmons Funeral Home

Obituary For Ms. Mary Ann Canty

Private funeral services will be held for Ms. Mary Ann Canty, 60, of 109 McCathern Lane, Elloree, SC.

Mary Ann Davis Canty was born in Vance, South Carolina on January 24, 1960. She was the daughter of the late Johnny Lee Davis and Elease Davis. She was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 8, 2020.

Mary Ann accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior in 1994 at Eutawville Holy Deliverance Center under pastorship of Hinson Sr. and Janie Pooser, where she served faithfully until her heavenly transition. Mary often described this as the most significant time of her life, recalling the moment when Reverend Pooser told her that her life will get “better and better and better.”

With her new life in Christ, Mary Ann went from being a bus driver (which she loved) with only a GED, to earning a Masters Degree in education and realizing a dream that she had long thought was out of her reach, becoming a teacher. Mary Ann went on to teach at Clarendon School District One for 14 years and was currently teaching at Felton Laboratory Charter School. Mary Ann truly enjoyed working with her students and was known for always reaching out to the neediest students and offering extra tutoring, an encouraging word, or even a weekend away from a tough home situation to enjoy quality time with her own grandchildren, where she made them feel like one of the family.

Mary Ann leaves to cherish her loving memories, her husband, John Canty; six children: Latasha (Elko) Brown, John (Cherry) Davis, Anthony (Tamica), Jonas, Shiniki, and Byron; one stepson, Anthony (Rayneish) Olin; three adopted children Katrina( Todd) Harr, Vincent Thompson and Lindsay Gilyard; 12 beloved grandsons who enjoyed talking about their life plans and screaming at a good football game with their grandma; nine sweet granddaughters who enjoyed keeping her up on the latest trends (TikTok), clothes, and make-up and indulging in her love for hair makeup and all things fashion; five sisters: Geraldine Randolph, Patricia Taylor, Maebelle (Joseph) King, Eloise Davis and Cassie Davis; two brothers: Johnny (Michelle) Davis and Ricky Davis; a host of nieces and nephews, who she loved as if they were her own; and countless cousins and friends that she truly loved to life.

Family and friends may call at the residence of her daughter and son-in-law, Mrs. Latasha & Mr. Elko Brown, 109 McCathern Lane, Elloree, SC or Simmons Funeral Home of Santee, SC.

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Ma I really miss you and I can't go a day without thinking about what an awesome lady you was to us!! Some days I catch myself crying out of the blue because I can't call and conversate like we use but I'll never question God! Your oldest daughter/friend loves you mommy.

Mrs. Canty was a beautiful soul! I will always remember her as a kind woman. Family, stay encouraged in the Lord.

So sorry to hear about Mary Ann. I will keep you in my prayers.

Words can not explain the pain I feel inside. Ma you were my world and now you're gone. I will continue to cherish every moment we shared. I love you to eternity.

Heaven Sent a true angel indeed. Mary Ann Canty was one of the sweetest persons I've know since moving to SC. You always brightened each and everyday with kind words and deeds or with just your presence encouraging others to be the best that they can be. I'm glad to say that we met again along lifes journey and had the chance to teach together. I will cherish those moments. From the many laughs on the bus lines, to district gatherings and school events, you will surely be missed by many near and far old and young because you touched the lives of many. You may be gone but you'll never be forgotten Gwen Sewer

Pray God's continuous strength during your time of sorrow! S.I.P Mary Ann Canty
Clara & Travon Jacques

Our prayers and deepest sympathy is with the Canty family, in the passing of Mrs. Mary Ann Canty. Be strong and trust God to bring healing. Charles & Cynthia White, Eutawville, SC.

Please accept our heartfelt sympathies in the passing of Mrs. Canty. Remember God heals all sorrows. Be strong and trust God to bring healing.

MAY MRS,Canty rest in peace she was such a beautiful person she was my teacher and bus driver when I attend holly hill school district....to her husband and children I will keep yall in my prayers during this difficult time......you will be missed.....

What can we say about our cousin Mrs. Mary Canty. She was a beautiful lady inside and out that love God with all her heart and her family and those that she came in contact with.. We gonna miss you. Love Ronald/Rosemary Ravenell & family..

I knew Mary Ann since we neighbors back in the day. I didn't have a sister but I took Mary Ann and her sisters like mine. She was a real person not fake. Humble but truly a extra ordinary person. I am better for having her in my life. Until we meet again. I will always love you. Gwendolyn Johnson Wright.

Sending heartfelt condolences to the family. She was such a sweet person and always had a smile on her face. Sleep In Peace beautiful lady. Patrina Fogle

Hey Mrs.Canty , it's one of your old dancers .. you really shocked me with this one I would've never seen that coming. I know you aren't supposed to question God but , why you ? You was the sweetest dancer teacher ever .. I still love you forever & always

My sincere condolences to the family and I Pray that God will grant you all the strength and understanding at this most difficult time. Mrs. Mary Ann was a beautiful person inside and outside. Always met her with a smile on her face. She will be missed but her legacy of excellence will surely live on.
Sandra Walker and Family

Rest in my EmpowerHer ABWA Sister! You will be missed!

Mrs. Canty, you were always such a darling individual to know. It pains me that you had to leave us in the Prime of your life, but God what's best for all of His people. May your light and love shine on for all of your family and friends to see. Love, Diana Damon and Family

She was such a beautiful person inside and out. So sorry for your lost. Latonya Thompson & Family

Rest in peace

What a special woman Mary Ann Canty was. From the first moment we met as teachers, I knew there was something special about her. She possessed such beauty, grace, and love. She was an awesome teacher and an even greater friend. She taught many how to love and trust God despite the circumstances. Thank you Lord for her life, and now she will spend eternity in your presence. Lord, please comfort all who have been impacted by this loss. To the Family, you are and have always been in my thoughts and prayers. Love you always, Lakisha Saxon Forrester