Mary Dumesnil McIlvaine Parsons
1834–1896 (age 62)
Biography
Mary Dumesnil McIlvaine Parsons was a devoted member of her parish at Church on the Hill, where her thoughtful hospitality and steady presence inspired Sunday school teachers and church volunteers alike.
She lent her energy to improving the lives of neighbors by organizing relief for struggling families, hosting gatherings that strengthened ties among women, and supporting programs that broadened educational opportunity.