Mary Kanak

Mary Kanak obituary, Wallis, TX

Mary Kanak

Mary Kanak Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Knesek and Sons Funeral Home - Wallis on May 5, 2023.

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Mary Kanak, age 77 of Wallis, Texas passed away peacefully at her home on May 3, 2023. She was born in Staples, Texas to Augustine and Marcela (Garcia) Albares on January 23, 1949. On December 3, 1965, she married her soulmate, Bennie Kanak, Sr., and together they made their home in Wallis with their two children, Wanda and Bennie Jr.
Mary was the ultimate caretaker – to her husband, children, and all of her grandchildren. She was a loving person and will be deeply missed by all.
Mary was a member of the Guardian Angel Catholic Church and her hobbies included sewing, cooking, playing bingo, gardening, and watching Criminal Minds with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughter Wanda and husband Kenneth Kovar; son Bennie Junior and wife Lisa; grandchildren Savanah Kovar, Sierra Kovar, Travis Kovar, and Ethan Kanak.
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