Obituary of Mary Ure

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Mary Ure

Eileen Mary Ure (born February 18, 1933 in Glasgow, United Kingdom) was a film actress and stage actress who was best known for playing the part of Clara Dawes in the 1960 drama film, “Sons and Lovers.” Mary died on April 3, 1975 and her death was reportedly because of an accidental drug overdose on alcohol and barbiturates. She died young at age 42.

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Mary Ure Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Ure, Mary
    • Common Name: Mary Ure
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Glasgow, Scotland
    • Birth Date: February 18, 1933
    • Age: 42 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Eileen Ure
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1955-1975
    • Religion: Roman Catholic
    • Net Worth: $1 to $12 million
    • Nationality: British
    • Favorite Food: Chips Ahoy! Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Favorite Color: Gray
    • Favorite Scent: Calvin Klein Eternity for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Dwayne Johnson

    Mary's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Eileen Mary Ure
    • Father: Colin McGregor Ure (1891-1963)
    • Mother: Edith Swinburne
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • John Osborne (married 1957-divorced 1963)
      • Robert Shaw (married 1963-1975, her death)
    • Son(s):
      • Ian Shaw
      • Colin Murray Shaw
    • Daughter(s):
      • Elizabeth Shaw
      • Hannah Shaw

Death Notice:

  • Date: April 03 1975 at age 42
  • Place: London, England
  • Cause of Death: Overdose (accidental-alcohol and barbiturates)
  • Interment: Buried at London Road Cemetery

Category Tags:

Film ActressStage Actress British Born on February 18th Born in 1933 Died in 1975 Died at age 42 Died from Overdose

Mary's Notable Roles:

  • Son and Lovers

Quotable Quotes:

"This life was filled with happiness and love, until suddenly she was taken from us. We send our love and tribute to her memory, and ask that any and all survivors please contact us. (V)"

"Mary Ure lived an extraordinary life filled with talent, beauty, and grace, leaving behind a legacy of inspiration and admiration upon her passing. (V)"

"Mary Ure had a successful professional life as a stage and screen actress, gaining critical acclaim for her performances in various Shakespearean plays and films, but her career tragically came to an untimely end due to personal struggles and addictions. (V)"

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