Mary Self Wharton

MARY SELF WHARTON was born January 29, 1937 in Newark Arkansas. She went to be with our Lord on July 7, 2008 in Houston, Texas. Mary was a beautiful ray of sunshine to all whom she knew. She was a devoted wife, and an incredibly loving and supportive mother and grandmother. Her grandchildren will always remember their Mama Weezer as their strongest supporter, biggest encourager, and most steadfast advocate. They were her pride and joy. Mary earned a degree in Microbiology from The University of Houston where she was a loyal alumni. She was a certified Gemologist and very active in the study of Genealogy. She was the ever-present teacher of family history. She was proud of her membership in the Samuel Sorrell Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution where she served on the executive board. She was a patron member of The Junior League of Houston. She was a huge sports fan - whether it be cheering on her grandchildren or listening to the Astros on a transistor radio from her hospital bed. She never missed a U of H athletic event whether in person, on TV or via radio she loved her GO COOGS! God blessed her with an incredible spirit of generosity. She was a faithful and precious friend to all whom had a need. Her legacy is a beautiful and inspiring one. She will be deeply and sorrowfully missed. Mary is preceded in death by her beloved parents Tom and Addie Self and her brother Jim Self. She is survived by her husband R.G. "Hogan" Wharton; children Michael H. Wharton and Mindy Stubbs and husband Tom; grandchildren Lindsi Wharton, Ty Stubbs, and Sarah Stubbs and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial for Mary will be held July 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in the A.D. Bruce Chapel on the Campus of the University of Houston. From I 45 either direction take the Cullen Exit toward UofH. Follow Cullen to entrance #13 and proceed toward the Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Samuel Sorrel Chapter of DAR C/O Mary Wharton Memorial 5736 W. Airport Houston, Texas 77035