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Marcella Kush Obituary
Marcella Blancher Kush passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at the age of 88. She was the daughter of John Alfred Blancher and Willie Mae Blancher. Marcella was born on May 10, 1926 in San Antonio, Texas, and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and San Antonio College. She married George Maier Kush on February 14, 1947, and they were blessed with 53 wonderful years of marriage. Marcella was preceded in death by her husband George and her sister Peggy Hackney of Jackson, MS. Marcella is survived by her daughters: Carolyn Dunn (Steve) of Houston, Texas. Deanna Seeton (Mack), and Laurie Barberio (Ernest John). Son: George John Kush II (Debi). Eight Grandchildren: Lani Ramsey (Bill) of Houston, TX., Greg Dunn (Melissa) of Houston, TX., Marci Seeton, Lauren Magness (Tyler) of Denver, Co., Jordan Barberio, Kirby Kush, Kendall Kush, and Miranda Maher. Five Great Grandchildren: Marissa Ramsey, Kyle Ramsey, Luke Dunn, Wesley Dunn and Nico Dunn. Marcella was the President of Prickley Pear Garden Club, Advanced Floral Design Guild and the San Antonio Flower Show Judges Council. She was a master and International Flower Show Judge and presented Table Programs all over Texas and Mexico. She held life memberships in Texas State Garden Club, National Council of Flower Show Judges and San Antonio Garden Center where she was a member for over 60 years. Marcella was particularly proud of winning the Gorham Sterling "Ten Best Dressed Tables in the U.S." It was a contest and creating the design for the cover of Emma Cypher's book, "Holiday Tables." Special thanks to Dr. Neal Meritz for his many years of care. The family would like to especially thank the entire staff at Homewood of Shavano Park for their excellent and loving care for the past nine years. Memorials may be sent to San Antonio Garden Center. Visitation will be held at 2:00pm with the Funeral Services to follow at 3pm on Sunday, September 7, 2014 at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel. A Private burial will take place at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery on Monday, September 8, 2014. Condolences may be offered at www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com
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Kim Kincaid
September 15, 2014
Irl and I were so sorry to hear of Marcella's death. We were out of town and arrived home after her service. She was such a lovely lady and loved her family dearly. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Irl and Kim Kincaid
Tim Ybarra
September 8, 2014
Dee Dee, Laurie & John, Sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I remember both of your parents from high school. My thoughts and prayers for you and your families.
Terry and Marian Beck Hersum
September 7, 2014
Dear Dee Dee and family,
Our sincerest condolences to you. Your mother was a very beautiful lady. God bless you and give you comfort in dealing with her loss.
September 7, 2014
Thank you Ms. Marcella for being such an amazing lady and a great friend to my grandma. Your surely be missed. Praying for comfort for your family in this time. Jennifer Tisdel
Lynn Clark
September 6, 2014
So sad to hear this news. Your mom & dad have been such special friends of my parents. I have sweet memories of both of them. My prayers are with you. Lynn Clark ( Bob Clayton's daughter).
Leanne Timmons
September 6, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gavin Andrews
September 6, 2014
so sorry for your loss
Jean & Bob Westkaemper
September 5, 2014
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother/grandmother. Our prayers go out for her, and for all of you.
Jean & Bob Westkaemper
September 5, 2014
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother/grandmother. We pray for her and for comfort and consolation for all of you.
Estellita Prince
September 5, 2014
Laurie and John, It saddens me to hear about the passing of your mother. Your mom was such a lovely lady inside and out. I have so many happy memories of her from high school. My deepest sympathy for you and your families.
Nolan Bartoskewitz
September 5, 2014
Kush Family: So sorry for the loss of your mother. May you console your grief to know she went home to be with the Lord where no pain or sorrow comes.
Villarreal Family
September 5, 2014
Kush family, your mother was a lovely lady, we only met her a few times through John and Debi but she reminded us of our own mom. We pray it will give you comfort knowing she is at peace now and with her Lord.
Lindsey Brannick
September 5, 2014
My deepest thoughts and love to the family.
Dorothy and Lanette Rusmisel
September 4, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with your family.
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