She worked in Kansas City for a time and lived in Seattle , Washington , from 1957 to 1975 , helping to raise three boys , before returning to Louisiana . Mary Winn died peacefully at age 113 . Her parents were apparently born into slavery . She was independent until many years ago . Shreveport , Louisiana , has chosen to honor her each year .
Mary Winn died peacefully at age 113 . Her parents were apparently born into slavery . She was independent until many years ago . Shreveport , Louisiana , has chosen to honor her each year .