"She Was Southernside" - Tireless Advocate for Greenville Neighborhoods Passes

Mary Frances Ducket, President of Southernside Neighborhood in Action, passed away November 16, 2025 at the age of 85. Photo credit City of Greenville Facebook Page

"There would not be a Unity Park today without Mary Ducket..." those the words of Greenville Mayor Knox White.  Ducket worked alongside City leaders to plan Unity Park and just last week spoke at the grand opening of the Thomas and Vivian A. Wong Honor Tower.

Mary Duckett, the beloved and deeply respected President of Southernside Neighborhood in Action, passed away Sunday at the age of 85.

Mary Frances Ducket, President of Southernside Neighborhood in Action, passed away November 16, 2025 at the age of 85. Photo credit City of Greenville Facebook page

The Mary Francis Ducket plaza at Unity park was named in her honor by Spero Financial.

Photo credit City of Greenville Facebook page

Tender memories of Mary Ducket were shared by Mayor Knox White and City Councilmember Lillian Brock Flemming. CLICK HERE to view video.

Mary Frances Ducket, President of Southernside Neighborhood in Action, passed away November 16, 2025 at the age of 85. Photo credit City of Greenville Facebook page
Photo credit City of Greenville Facebook page
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