May 3, 1924 - October 18, 2013 Mary Carver, 89, died October 18 at home following a brief illness. She was born in Los Angeles, CA, May 3, 1924 to Carmen Delmar and John Carvellas. Ms Carver was active in film, stage, and television for more than 60 years. She starred as Cecilia Simon in the hit television series Simon and Simon; she appeared in such films as From Here to Eternity, I Never Promised You a Rose Garden, Arachnophobia and many more. She also appeared on Broadway in The Shadow Box as well as in The Fifth of July and taught in the theater department at the University of Southern California. Mary loved to travel, loved to argue politics and was an inveterate flirt! She will be missed. She is survived by her daughters Lia Sargent of Hollywood, and Athena Sargent and son-in-law John Sergneri of Petaluma, California, and lots and lots of friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Motion Picture and Television Fund (MPTF) "In Memory of Mary Carver," 23388 Mulholland Dr., Woodland Hills, CA 91364.
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November 13, 2013
I googled your mom to see if I could contact her and see how she liked LA and was stunned to see her obituary. You were blessed to have her as a mom. She spoke of her daughters constatly while she was "in the chair" May she rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Maureen Gallagher DDS (NYC)
November 12, 2013
Pamela Richter
Celebrating a life well lived. With her television and movie roles, we will cherish her memory forever.
November 8, 2013
Jayne Kell
While her flame has been extinguished her star will shine on. Mary was such an important part of our lives for so long - and oh did we have fun! She lived her life with emphasis! She will be sorely missed.
November 8, 2013
David Kell
A towering presence despite her diminutive stature. Her passion for the work has permeated generations of performers.
October 29, 2013
what a lovely lady who was able to work in an incredible business.
October 28, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear about your lost. May God comfort you all. 2 Cornthians 1:3,4
October 27, 2013
ROBERTA KENT
THERE R NOT ENOUGH WORDS 2 SAY WHAT MARY MEANT 2 ME. SHE HAS ALWAYS BEEN IN MY LIFE,& WILL ALWAYS B IN MY HEART. I'M SO GLAD THAT I COULD B THERE WITH LIA,ATHENA,STEPHINE & MURRY IN HER FINAL DAYS...I HAVE AGAIN LOST SOMEONE WHO WILL ALWAYS HAVE A PIECE OF MY HEART..OH, HOW U WILL B MISSED..R.I.P...XO
October 27, 2013
Elizabeth
Impossible to tell all because there was so much of Mary. She had a huge audience of admirers. Applause applause.
October 27, 2013
I am so sorry to read of Mary's death. I watched her all the time on Simon and Simon. I thought she was a fine choice to play their mother.
October 27, 2013
Nina Gordon
Athena:so sad to hear the news about your mom--I have the best memories of her...Ironically I have had her and all of u on my mind for months and have been trying to find a way to get in touch with you....would really love to talk to you and catch up....My e mail is [email protected] is 310-446-1531...so sorry to hear the news, please send my condolences and love to your Dad and Lia.
October 27, 2013
Kathy Arnold
Loved her as a actress!
October 27, 2013
Frank Whipple
Athena, sorry to hear of your loss...your Mother must've led a very interesting and creative life, just going by what I read in the Times this morning...hope that you and your family are well...
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