Independence, Missouri- Mary Elizabeth Cooksey, 87, passed away, Sunday, January 17, 2016. She was born April 8, 1928 in Gillett to the late Steve and Golden Palmer Cooksey. She is survived by her brother, Tommy Cooksey of Jonesboro and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a brother, George Cooksey and a sister, Wanda Wright. A graveside service will be 2:00 pm Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at Pine Log Cemetery with Rev. Gary Morrison. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 pm Tuesday, January 19, 2015 at Gregg- Langford Bookout Funeral Home.