Marion Udell Pockrus
Marion Udell Pockrus
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1931 ~ 2012
Marion "Tex" Udell Pockrus, born in Lawton, Oklahoma, October 25, 1931, peacefully left his earthly home on October 5, 2012. He was greeted on the other side by his father James Osceola Pockrus, his mother Marietta Rule, his son, Barry A. Pockrus, and eight brothers and sisters.
Survived by his wife of 58 years Helene (vonMetnitz), sons Carl (Phyllis), Randall (Diane), daughter Lauretta (Lee Erwin), his sister Geraldine Ramona Donaldson, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He attended schools in Oklahoma, Mississippi, Texas and colleges in Santa Rosa and Marin County, CA. Lived in Montana, California and Utah. Highland, Utah was home for the last 16 years. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. Tex was employed by Western Union and ran his own business in San Francisco. Tex loved his country and his volunteer work with Disabled American Veterans of Utah as Chapter 6 Commander, State Commander and DAV Honor Guard. He served as an LDS Missionary and consultant at BYU Harold B. Lee Library for 12 years and worked at VA Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, October 15, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Highland 10th Ward, 10962 N. 6400 W, Highland, Utah. Family and friends may call on Sunday evening, October 14, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the church and Monday morning from 9:45-10:45. Interment at the Utah Veterans Cemetery, 17111 South Camp Williams Road, Bluffdale. Military honors provided by DAV Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Highland 10th Ward Missionary Fund. Online condolences www.premierfuneral.com
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Roger and Nancy Stange
October 15, 2012
What a strong and steady influence. Tex was like the Rock of Gibraltar. Our sympathy and love to Helene and the Pockrus Family.
Carla Yancey
October 14, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Tex and Helene, too, have always been so kind to our family. We send our love.
Barbara Dutcher and Harriet Rich
October 10, 2012
Helene and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Will keep you and yours in our prayers. May God Bless and Keep you
David Estey
October 9, 2012
I had the privilege of talking with Tex after he had come home from Huntsman. He sounded so upbeat. His voice was strong though he knew his days were numbered. What a joy to know and work with such a wonderful man. Everyone in the DAV will miss his wisdom and perseverance. My prayers go out to Helene and all the rest of the family.
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October 9, 2012
So sorry to hear of the passing of Tex. My husband was the Pockrus' home teacher and I had the privilege of going with him at times. Enjoyed our visits. I send my deepest sympathy to the family. Rae Coombs
Robert Kelleher
October 9, 2012
Tex, I will miss your smiling face and your guidance in the DAV. Rest my friend: you are missed but will not be forgotten.
Brett Davies
October 9, 2012
My deepest sympathies are extended to the Pockrus family. May the Lord bring you peace in his passing and a firm knowledge that you will see him again some day. I only met Mr. Pockrus once but he seemed full of energy and love to his fellowman. I am certain Carl and the extended family will carry on the great legacy of the Pockrus family name.
George Gutzmer
October 9, 2012
Tex You were a gentle leader. Thanks for Your guidence. I will miss You Greatly. Rest in Peace. Youve earned it.
Jean Pollitt
October 9, 2012
I wish to send my sympathy to the family. Tex will be remembered by many of the Disabled American Veterans.
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