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Gylene Wilcox Obituary
Gylene was born on April 17, 1935, in Grapeland, to parents; Curtis and Hilma Hairston Wilcox, and has resided in Houston and Anahuac throughout her life. She was a graduate of Anahuac High School, received her bachelor's degree from Rice University, and was a retired librarian from Baylor University. She enjoyed genealogy and being part of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Ms. Wilcox was preceded in death by her parents and brother: Curtis H. Wilcox. She is survived by her nephews: Dave Wilcox and wife Gena and Andy Wilcox and wife Kay, niece: Janie Smart, and numerous other relatives, and friends.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 20, 2025, at the Anahuac Cemetery.
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