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Mavis Arlene McMahon

Mavis Arlene McMahon, 93 of Clinton, IL passed away 10:55 PM May 2, 2025 at her home in Clinton, IL. 

A Celebration of Mavis’ life 1 – 5 PM Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the Eagles Lodge, Clinton, IL. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with cremation rites.

Memorials in Mavis’ name may be directed to Second Chance For Pets.

Mavis was born May 11, 1931 in Clinton, IL the daughter of Jesse R. and Mary Alice (Bray) Hammer. She married the love of her life of 38 years, James F. “Mickey” McMahon. 

Survivors include her daughter, Glenna Arlene (Keith) Sears-Willis, granddaughter, Tina (Shane) Sears-Baker, great granddaughter, Morgan, great grandson, Trey, 2 great-great granddaughters, 2 great-great grandsons, stepson, James (Sue) McMahon, sister-in-law, Evelyn Hammer, special nephew, Terry (Cori) Hammer, and two friends who were like daughters to her, Becky Stewart and Donna Turney.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, Glenda Marlene Sears, son, Michael Sears, granddaughter, Michelle Sears, and brother, Lyle Hammer.

Mavis was the proud owner of Arlene’s Fab and Fashion. She loved to entertain guests and especially loved spending time with her family. She was also a member of the First Christian Church and Assembly of God Church in Clinton, IL, along with the First Presbyterian Church in Kampsville, IL.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com