Mrs. Mary Ammons Vollm Aleshire, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished friend to so many, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. She was 69 years old.
Born on February 29, 1956, in Alexandria, Louisiana, Mary lived a life full of compassion, creativity, and faith. She had a heart that overflowed with love and a spirit that touched everyone she met. Always putting others before herself, she was the kind of person who would go out of her way to help anyone in need-never expecting anything in return.
Her faith in Jesus was the foundation of her life. She loved her Lord fiercely and lived each day as a reflection of His grace, kindness, and love. Whether she was offering a helping hand, sharing a warm meal, or simply listening with her full heart, she embodied the true meaning of Christian love. Mary had a creative soul and loved to design and create beautiful things. Her hands were rarely still-whether she was crafting, planting flowers, or tending to her garden, she found joy and peace in bringing beauty to the world around her. She loved nature deeply and often said she thought she could fix the world if she just had enough time and love to give.
A wonderful cook, she filled countless bellies and hearts with her delicious meals-and no gathering was complete without her famous dishes and her ever-present can of Coke.
Throughout her life, Mary worked hard and faithfully. She served as a bus driver for Grant Parish, caring deeply for the children she transported each day, and as a waitress at several local restaurants, where her smile and kindness made everyone feel welcome. She was also a loving caretaker to her husband, tending to him with unwavering devotion and gentle strength.
Above all, Mary was a wonderful mother whose love knew no limits. Her children were her greatest joy, and she poured every bit of her heart into guiding, supporting, and loving them.
She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and compassion that will live on in all who were blessed to know her.
Mary is survived by her children, Isaac “Ike” Vollm, Joshua Vollm (Aimee), Jacob Vollm (Hannah), and Ashley Vollm; grandchildren, Tristan Murdock, Allie Hennisen, Landry Hennison, Laiken Vollm, Kaiden Vollm, Dawson Vollm, Eli Vollm, Bella Vollm, Gracie Kerry, Camron Kerry, Isaiah Kerry, Emma Grace Vollm, and Lexy Vollm; siblings, James Ammons, Paul Ammons, Russell Ammons, Betty Simmons, and Myrtie Leatherman; and a host of great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Darren Aleshire; her parents, R.D. and Lou Veina Ammons; siblings, Reatha Davis, Eddie Mae Hines, Louise Cosby, and Earl K. Ammons; and a grandchild, Colby Silmon.
Visitation for Mary will be Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 10:00-12:00 pm at Gallagher Funeral Home. Services honoring the life of Mary will be at 12:00 pm at the funeral home with Pastor Jacob Vollm officiating. Interment will follow the services and be at Coleman Cemetery.
Pallbearers honored to serve are Dawson Vollm, Eli Vollm, Kaiden Vollm, Jonivon Ammons, Zac O’Neal, and Landry Hennisen.
Though she may be gone from our sight, her love, laughter, and light will remain forever in our hearts.