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Dave Wallace, Sr.
February 4, 2021
Charlene McCombs was the most Beautiful Lady I ever met in my life! I was 12 years old when the McComb's family bought a lake house two doors down from mine in the late 1950's. They were wonderful to me and accepted me into the family's lake activities. My heart aches for Mr. Red and the family. I have always loved them for the kind treatment and wonderful times we shared at old Lake Placid.
- Dave Wallace, Sr., friend, Rockport, Texas
February 4, 2021
Rita Reiner
October 1, 2020
I just found out about the passing of Charline McCombs death. My heart is heavy. My husband and I thought the world of her and Mr. McCombs. My deepest sympathy to all the family. Rita. Reiner. The family will remember my husband Fielding, who passed just two months ago. Hugs to all, Rita
Eugene Han
December 22, 2019
Although I never had the opportunity to meet you, people have spoken of your impact and legacy at UT. Thank you for everything and rest in peace, Charline.
Loise Foster
December 19, 2019
Dear Connie and family, please know that we are thinking of you all so much. Your mother was such an amazing and wonderful lady. May you all find peace and comfort in knowing she was dearly loved and respected by so many. Much love, Loise Foster and family
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Dr. Willie Zavala
December 19, 2019
To the family of Charline McCombs,
There are no words of consolation that will change the grief you all are feeling. But rest assured that her legacy will brighten many lives. Charline and Red are synonymous with this beautiful City of San Antonio. They are loved, respected, and greatly valued in San Antonio. May Charline rest in peace.
THOMAS C NESBIT JR
December 18, 2019
TO A WONDERFUL WOMAN WHO I MET WHEN I WAS VENDING FOR THE SPURS AT THE OLD HEMISFAIR ARENA SHE IS NOTHING BUT CLASS BECAUSE TOOK THE TIME TALK TO YOU GIVE YOU ADVICE AND EVEN CHEER YOU UP IF YOU WERE HAVING A BAD DAY. MRS. McCOMBS YOU'LL VERY MISSED IN THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO AND THE GREAT STATE OF TEXAS REST IN PEACE MAM. ALWAYS THOMAS CRAIG 'RED' NESBIT JR.
Michael Granof
December 18, 2019
I hope that in these difficult times you'll take comfort in knowing that you have many friends who are thinking of you and sharing your grief.
Andrea Gonzalez
December 18, 2019
I am grateful for all the McCombs family has contributed to my education and career, as a McCombs Alumni and McCombs employee. Bless Charline's soul and may she rest in peace. I wish her family comfort knowing her legacy lives on through the lives of the many people her generosity has impacted.
Tina Mabley
December 18, 2019
As a long time member of the McCombs School community, I have been honored to see the impact of Charline's kindness, generosity and spirit on our students and school community. Our thoughts are with the entire McCombs family at this time.
Rebecca Gutierrez
December 18, 2019
My deepest condolences to Red and the McCombs family. I am so sorry for your loss. We are so grateful for Charline's life and her service to the community. My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. Sending my love.
Melanie Shepherd
December 17, 2019
Sending my love and warmest thoughts to you all. I know she's enjoying a reunion with Patsy and Jeannine now. Cheers ladies - heaven just got a bit brighter. Love you Aunt Chaz, Melanie Shepherd (Jeannine's daughter).
Jasym Mireles
December 17, 2019
Being a McCombs Student and having graduated this semester has been the highlight of my life, and it would not have been possible without the McCombs family and their support. Charline's legacy and spirit lives through every single student who has the honor of bearing the McCombs name. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Oluyinka Elegbede
December 17, 2019
My straight from the heart condolences to the McCombs Family. She's in a better place now.
Kiersten Crenshaw
December 17, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the McCombs family. The UT family lost an angel and will miss her terribly.
Terese Everson
December 17, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family during this difficult time.
Shelley Nix
December 17, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. What an impact Charline made on so many lives. My thoughts are with the McCombs family.
Joe Stephens
December 17, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the entire McCombs family. Charline will be missed terribly at UT, especially here at McCombs, and beyond.
Dan Corbett
December 17, 2019
A great lady. A sad loss for our community.
Charles Enriquez
December 17, 2019
My deepest condolences for you and your family. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time, but may the great memories you shared and wonderful impact Charline had on others give you comfort and support.
Joe Hahn
December 17, 2019
Very sorry to hear about Charline's passing. Her memory will certainly be sustained through her tremendous legacy of support for many programs across campus here at UT-Austin, and I hope that will help to comfort the McCombs family during this time.
Joseph Kopser
December 17, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. The McCombs family has made a lasting impact on the state of Texas in so many ways and I know that Charline was a driving force behind all of it.
Jerry and Mary Lil Chappell
December 17, 2019
Marsha - We pray for the comfort and peace that only our God can give to you and your family. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants (Psalm 116:15). Jerry and Mary Lil Chappell
Molly Gully
December 17, 2019
May the memories of Charline's generous spirit bring you comfort during this hard time. My thoughts are with the McCombs family.
Betty Taylor Godfrey Scarborough
December 17, 2019
May your memories of a beautiful, loving and kind Charline continue to bless you and comfort you. She blessed my life in the year of 1968 when I met her. I totally admired and looked up to her. She always made me and others feel loved and important. Red, you and your whole family were and remain a blessing to our city San Antonio. Love and blessings, Friend and an Investor of the Spurs, Betty Taylor Godfrey-Scarborough and sons, Clark Taylor Godfrey and Zachry Taylor Godfrey
Douglas and Deanna Morrice
December 17, 2019
Dear Mr. McCombs and Family, We are deeply saddened by the news of Mrs. McCombs' passing and very sorry for your loss. She was an incredible lady who changed the lives of many people through her generosity, graciousness, love, and caring heart for others. It is impossible to measure the breadth and depth of her impact. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Stan Kelly
December 17, 2019
Dear Charline,
Thank you so much for the oh so many blessings you bestowed on our community for so many years. On a personal note, thanks to you and Red for inviting me to be a part of the Spurs and Clear Channel family. I will be forever grateful. My heart goes out to you Red and the entire family. God bless.
Stan Kelly
Francisco Cigarroa
December 16, 2019
Dear Red and Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I hope that your grief is soon replaced by the wonderful memories you shared with Charline. We loved Charline and she made our world a better place. We love you Red. A warm embrace, Francisco and Graciela
Bob Aston
December 16, 2019
My deepest condolences to Red and family. My wife Sandy was in a circle at AH Methodist Church with Charline. She was a shooting star and will be sorely missed by all in SA. Red and Charline were a Godsend for San Antonio and many universities.
Eric Hirst
December 16, 2019
I'm so very sad to learn of Charline's passing. A wonderful woman and what a force for good! My thoughts are with Red and the McCombs family.
Beverly and Jim Hime
December 16, 2019
Marsha, our love goes out to you and to all your family at this time. As you all celebrate her wonderful and beautiful life, may you be comforted, knowing you will join her some day in eternity.
Esmeralda Williams
December 16, 2019
My sympathy and prayers to the family. I pray your family are comforted during this holiday season and the upcoming new year.
(On a separate personal note: / I hope you were not upset with placing flowers at the gravesite by the funeral home. )
Red, our heart goes out to you and the rest of your family at this time of loss. I know you will all celebrate Charline's life and the wonderful memory's you all have. The Center for Customer Insights and Marketing Solutions, and The Marketing Fellows at
Lamar Johnson
December 16, 2019
Red, our heart goes out to you and the rest of your family at this time of loss. I know you will all celebrate Charline's life and the wonderful memory's you all have.
The Center for Customer Insights and Marketing Solutions, and The Marketing Fellows at McCombs School.
Barbara Barneburg Trammell
December 16, 2019
My deepest condolences on the loss of this remarkable lady. I went to school with Connie and wanted to wish her comfort upon the passing of her beloved Mother. May our Lord's promises of Life Everlasting bring hope to her family and friends.
Nikki Jaffe
December 16, 2019
My thoughts and prayers to all of the family. Charline was a very special person, who always made you feel good.
Nikki & Douglas Jaffe
Rich Hovey
December 16, 2019
Dear Red and Family, May the Lord Bless you with Strength, Love, Joy and Peace with the Passing of Charlene, we have the fondest Memories of her Sincere, Kind, Loving and Giving Spirit...Rich, Rick, Todd and all the HOVEYS Jeremiah 29:11
Alvina G. Patterson
December 16, 2019
What a beautiful woman of God, May she Rest In Peace. Condolences to Mr. Red McCombs and all their beautiful family. I appreciate the fact that Mr. Sonny Molina sold me my first car that I bought on my own at McCombs Used Car Sales on Military Dr.
Linda Bryce
December 16, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family. I am retired from Southwetern University and that is where I came to know Mrs. McCombs. I still have the t-shirt that was given out when the McCombs apartment complex was dedicated on Campus.
Freda & Ambrose Robinson
December 16, 2019
Our deepest sympathies for Red and family. We loved Charlene since we met her in 1988, sand the family has always been gracious to us. May the Lord continue to bless y'all in your time of need.
Tricia Dix
December 15, 2019
So sorry for your loss! We miss those who go before us. Blessings, peace, and understanding.
With Love from the Dix family
Barbara Richmond
December 15, 2019
I have loved and admired Charline over 40 years - her generosity went far away when she sent a huge gift of Spurs items to a remote Kibbutz in Israel's far. North when she heard those kids loved the Spurs - you will never be forgotten
Henry Roberts
December 15, 2019
Truly one of the finest ladies I have ever had the opportunity to get to know. She will be missed!
Betty Ludwig
December 15, 2019
To Charline's family my deepest sympathy. I served on the Board of the Las Casas Foundation with Charline and her generosity in helping to restore the Majestic and the Empire were so greatly appreciated then, and now as this gift she gave San Antonio, remains forever for others to enjoy. She was a great lady and will be sadly missed.
Arthur Coleman Jr
December 15, 2019
I've been a fan of Red and Charline since the Spurs of George Gervin and James Silas. I was always impressed with the work Charline's done in the University of Texas area. This was a strong marriage, and it was inspiring to me. My deepest sympathy to Red.
Randy and Sharon Faust
December 15, 2019
Our heartfelt sympathy to the McCombs family. We are honored to have known Charline.
SARMA DENTON
December 15, 2019
WE MET CHARLINE THROUGH OUR ASSOCIATION WITH SAINT MARY'S HALL.
OUR DEEPEST THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME.
BLESSINGS,
SARMA (DENTON),MELISSA AND SARAH (GANDY) AND FAMILY
Gloria Otero
December 15, 2019
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO RED McCombs AND HIS FAMILY.
Sandra Guerrero
December 14, 2019
No one can replace this kind spirit. She was a shining star for San Antonio. We will all miss her. My Deepest condolences to her family. You are all in our prayers
Michael Price
December 14, 2019
A warm, and caring lady full of grace and class who will be greatly missed. Her kindness to me will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with the family as she rests in peace with the Lord.
ALICIA CHANTACA
December 14, 2019
GREAT INSPIRATION MY MENTOR,TEACHER, AND SUPPORT WE WOULD MISS YOU DEARLY
December 14, 2019
MY CONDOLENCES TO CHARLINE McCOMBS WITH GREAT RESPECT TO THE FAMILY SHE WAS MY TEACHER, MENTOR, AND INSPIRATION. ONE THING SHE ENJOYED WATCHING MY PLAY BASKETBALL FOR THE SPURS GIRLS TEAM AND SHOOTING THOSE THREE POINTERS SHE WOULD ALWAYS SUPPORT ME AND ATTEND EVERY GAME . I WILL MISS HERE DEARLY MY GOD BLESS HER AND YOUR FAMILY.
ALICIA CHANTACA
Marty and Denise Landon
December 14, 2019
Our prayers and condolences go out to Red and family. What a beautiful soul Charline was. She had an unmatched ability to make all she came in contact with feel like a close friend. She was that sweet neighbor who you could "borrow a cup of sugar from". We will miss her dearly but remember her always and try to imitate her kindness to others. Like so many others, we were blessed to know her. May God continue to bless Charline, Red and the entire McCombs family. Love, Denise and Marty Landon
Aaronetta Pierce
December 14, 2019
Joe and are deeply saddened by the passing of our friend Charline. Our hearts go out to Red and her lovely daughters as you face this difficult loss.
This iconic lady of grace and kindness has left indelible imprints on our community and on our lives. We are sincerely grateful for her impact and will truly miss her presence in our lives.
Peggy Calhoun
December 14, 2019
Charline was the Grande Dame of San Antonio. Her contributions to our city will be remembered always. I adored her sweet smile and kindness to everyone. She will be missed by those who knew her. Rest well my friend.
Mary Jockusch Reynolds
December 14, 2019
Dear Marsha and all of the McCombs family,
Sending you prayers for peace and comfort at this time of loss and sadness. Praying that you are comforted by the love of family and friends, and by the peace that passes understanding. With love,
Shirley Vaughn
December 14, 2019
And the Lord said, "Well-done, my good and faithful friend. It's time to come to your eternal home. It is adorned with your good works and acts of love to so many people. Thank you for extending my presence into the world in so many beautiful ways."
Kris Woods
December 14, 2019
Red and family, my heart breaks for you. All of you are lifted up in prayer for peace and fond memories of such a beautiful, gracious, and elegant woman. I am a better woman for having her in my life for 40 years.
Dropping Dimes Foundation
December 14, 2019
Our deepest condolences to Charline's family and friends for the loss of a great human being.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time.
Tommy and Idalia Ortiz
December 14, 2019
My deepest condolences to Charline's family and friends for the loss of the beloved Charline. She had a blessed life filled with love, joy and kindness. May Jesús receives Charline in His lovely and merciful arms. Charline will continue to live in heaven and in the hearts of many. May all of you find peace, comfort, hope, and thanksgiving for her 91 years of life, in Jesus name I pray.
David and Vickie Vogel
December 14, 2019
We extend our deep condolences to Red and to all of Charline's family. The spirit of Charline is evidenced through all of her love and good works, and will live on in the hearts of all of us who were privileged to know her. We will forever be grateful for all that she did for her beloved Cuchara community. Each time we walk past her grand Cuchara home, we think of Charline and Daisy out on the grounds, also enjoying the cool, crisp Aspen-scented air. May her memory be a blessing.
Melissa Valverde
December 13, 2019
Im so sorry for your loss , my sincere condolences, i miss her already.
Evelyn Williams
December 13, 2019
Marsha, and sisters,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a lovely lady the times I met her. Please know my thoughts are with you and your families.
Evelyn Nixon Williams
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