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Marlin McAninch Obituary
Marlin was born Dec. 7, 1960, in Kermit, Texas, to Jo Lu McAninch Shand and Gene Charles McAninch.He married Dana Gaylor and to them was born a son, Joshua Ryan McAninch Nov. 8, 1980. He enjoyed traveling, entertaining, bowling and most of all, spending time with his grandson, Tanner.Marlin was very giving of his time and talents and was always hosting fundraisers and benefits to help local charities or someone in need. He was Co-owner of George's in Houston.
He was preceded in death by his father, Gene McAninch; his step-father, Ian Shand; and sister, Gay Carol McAninch.
Survivors include his mother, Jo Shand of Waco; son, Joshua of Leroy; grandson, Tanner McAninch of Leroy; partner, George Konar of Houston; brother, Mark McAninch and wife, Thalia, of Lorena; his twin brother, Mike McAninch and wife, Lisa, of Irvine, Calif.; sister, Melinda Holcomb and husband, Mike, of Crawford; nephews, Chris Holcomb and wife, Ashlea, Corey Holcomb, Andrew, Taylor, Trent and Travis McAninch; niece, Amy McAninch; and a host of other relatives and friends.
For those desiring, the family has suggested memorial contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or the charity of your choice.
Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online Guest Book at www.LakeShoreFuneralHome.com.
December 7, 1960 - March 28, 2011
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Memories and Condolences
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Angie (Pryor) Abernathy
April 5, 2011
I was so sad to hear Marlin had died. I don't remember having seen him since high school, but I will always remember an incident in junior high in which he defended my honor and never even took credit for it. I will never forget his sweetness.
Hayley Driskell Williams
April 4, 2011
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
April 1, 2011
Our hearts are broken to hear of Marlins passing. He kept us in stiches with his sly since of humor. Our family will miss him dearly because he touched each and everyone's hearts. We are so sad at this time but we know he is at the steps of our Lord and looking down on us. Rest in Peace....Marlin....Love......Kelly(Kreder) Ryan and Rose Kreder
Nancy Hollinger
April 1, 2011
Melinda, Mike, Dana and the rest of the McAninch Family - My heart was broken when I learned of Mac's (Marlin) passing. I so enjoyed working with him in the past and was always pleasantly surprised whenever I got to see him. He was so much fun and full of life. I am so very glad that I knew him because he brought me sunshine and warmth.
I know there is a whole left in your lives that will never be filled. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time of transition.
Joyce McCreadie
March 31, 2011
I had the wonderful pleasure of bowling with Mac on his league team here in Houston several years ago. He was the kindest and most pleasant person that anyone could ever meet. We had such great fun and he will surely be missed by all of us in the Wednesday Night Mixer League. Our prayers go out to all his family and friends.
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