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Frank English
February 4, 2006
There are no words that can express the loss which I have experienced. Mary was my life, my love, my best friend, my everything! She was the sweetest and kindest lady whom I have ever known. She was as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside. Her musical talents were a blessing from God and she put her heart and soul into every song she sang and every song she played on the piano. God sent her to me and, after 16-plus years, He took her home. Even I, sometimes, did not know how much pain she was in physically, because she never complained, even in her worst times. I know without a doubt that she is with God now, and shall live my remaining years in a manner which will guarantee that I will be with her for eternity. The loving thoughts shared by so many who knew Mary are a testimony to the kind of person she was. God bless our many wonderful friends!
Mary Ann Wydra
February 1, 2006
Mary was a Lead Section Leader and Front Row dancer with Alamo Metro Chorus for some years. Her beautiful "inside" shown thru that beautiful smile she always had on her face and she sang like an angel...now she is one. My deepest sympathies and prayers to her family.
Sue Ford Smith
January 24, 2006
Our loss, God's gain. What a wonderful Christian Mary was and how she dearly loved her husband, Frank. They had lots of plans to do more good things in this world, but God needed her more. I attended Elementary, Jr. High and Sr. High School with Mary and also worked at HI with her. She was always smiling and could play the piano like no other!! I always envied her - we took music from the same teacher in Houston - I just don't know what happened to me because I sure can't play like Mary did. She loved her children and grandchildren so much and I know they will miss her. God bless her family and our prayers are with you.
Sue Ford Smith
Katrena Troupe
January 23, 2006
Mary you will be deeply missed. Frank you and the family will be in our prayers.
We from Dr. Moore's office loved you and will keep you and the family in our prayers.
Katrena
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Susan Peloquin
January 23, 2006
I knew Mary at Calvary Church and am very sad to hear of the news of her passing. She was an important part of the music ministry and so talented. My heart goes out to all of the family. (My last name at that time was Grisbee).
Love in Him,
Susan Peloquin
Roberta Rincon
January 23, 2006
Mary was a very wonderful person. Her desk was just outside of my office at THECB, and I loved seeing her smile each time I passed by. It was always fun talking with her because she was such a positive person. I am so fortunate to have known such a special lady. She will be greatly missed.
Helen & Paul Marks
January 23, 2006
We are among those friends who have known Mary for many, many years. We have sung together, played together, attended school (Elliot Elementary, Edison Jr. High and Austin HS) together, participated in each other's weddings, raised our kids together, and in general, been friends for a lifetime.
We will indeed miss her, yet we know beyond a doubt that we will join her for a much deeper communion than we have ever enjoyed on this earth.
'We'll Meet You in the Morning' Mary, and we'll sing and talk for years at a time.
We love you,
Paul & Helen
Linda Domelsmith
January 20, 2006
To the family: I had the joy and priviledge of having Mary as my admin tech for 7 years. She was very able and highly productive...nothing deterred her. It was a real pleasure to turn the corner into our offices and see her radiant smile. She just beamed. It felt so good to see her and know that she was on our team. At her retirement party she sang to all of us. I have always regretted not capturing that on tape. We knew she could sing but never before realized the full extent of her talent. She had a strong faith, a very well developed sense of right and wrong, and a lightning wit. She shared snippets of family life and photos of her children and grandchildren with us. She was very devoted to her family, including the dogs. Please know that I and others at the Coordinating Board share your loss. She was a fine lady.
Millie SHIMFESSEL
January 20, 2006
I was in a quartet with Mary when we sang with the Lone Star Chorus in Austin. I think of all the things I miss that I no long have was singing in this quartet and getting to know Mary. We also attended church together at Hayne Chapel. I didn't get to see her as often as I would have liked to in the past few years but I look forward to seeing her again and to sing with her in the Heavenly Choir. Goodbye Mary, I'll see you later darling. Frank and all the family you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gina Mayfield
January 20, 2006
Loretta, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. What I remember most is Mary's smile-I think. Any time I had the pleasure of seeing your mother, she was upbeat and happy; the kind of person you enjoy being around. Please know my prayers are with you and your family and I believe your mother is in a wonderful place, probably singing up a storm.
June Deiser
January 20, 2006
I remember Mary as a beautiful, gracious lady of many talents when she was in Alamo Metro Chorus. She served as a lead section leader, danced on the front row and sang in a quartet. She and her family are in my thoughts, my heart and my prayers.
Jerry Horn
January 20, 2006
I knew Mary when we worked at Houston Instruments, and heard her wonderful singing there several times primarily for Christmas. I remember her sunny disposition and and her always ready smile. She will be missed greatly, but know she's now in good company.
Dorothy Weirtz
January 20, 2006
Mary's passing is a great loss to all who knew her. I was a quartet member with her in Austin and shared the joy of singing barbershop harmony. She possesed a beautiful voice, a kind spirit, and a loving relationship with her family and her creator. May God receive her with open arms and bring her family relief from their sorrow.
michelle breeden
January 19, 2006
I met mary when I first attended calvary church and she played the piano and was in the choir.she will be missed by all her friends.
Liz Rye
January 19, 2006
I had the privilege of knowing Mary as a friend, singing with her at Haynie Chapel Methodist Church, in a barbershop quartet, and two Sweet Adeline choruses. She was one of the finest women I've ever known. She will be greatly missed here on earth, but heaven's choir has a beautiful new angel. To Mary's family my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Nancy Bourell
January 19, 2006
Mary was such a dear person. My quartet ran into her last March in Columbus, Tx. and we sang to her and she loved it so much. I loved being with her in Lone Star when it was in Austin. That was my first experience with Sweet Adelines and she was the first tenor that I knew there. We will all miss her very much. She was a beautiful Christian and it showed in all that she did.
Pamela Kurburski
January 19, 2006
Mary's talents will be greatly missed but more than that we will miss her sweet and generous spirit. I sang with her in two choruses and she was a role model and inspiration in every way. I am grateful that I had the privilege of spending time in her loving presence.
Shelley Hale
January 19, 2006
My prayers are with you and your family. I enjoyed working with Mary at Houston Instruments many years ago. May God bless you and help you through this difficult time.
Eleaine Sobotik
January 19, 2006
To Mary's family: I'm truly sorry for your loss. Mary was a former co-worker of mine at THECB. Even though we didn't keep in touch after our retirements I would think of her each and every time I drove thru the Cedar Creek area on Hwy 21. I always admired Mary's fine qualities -- gracious, kind, considerate, and thoughtfulness. Mary always made the most beautiful and tasty desserts for special occasions at the office. She contributed a sense of unity/family to our staff. May the peace of God be with each of you and Mary.
Linda Jamail Leathers
January 19, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with all your family. Praise God you will see her again and for the peace of knowing this. God Bless each of you in this difficult time.
Lisa Jamail
January 19, 2006
Loretta, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I have fond memories of your mother and her beautiful smile when she brought you over to our house. May God comfort you and give you peace.
Lynn Jamail
January 19, 2006
Mary was a Godly woman, an example of what a wife and mother should be. She was truly a Proverbs 31 woman. She was an instumental tool that the Lord used in my life to bring me to Him. She made a difference in my time here on earth and in my eternal destiny. There is no greater gift or compliment you could give to a person who makes that kind of a difference. She was like a second mom to me and even though I am deeply saddend by her passing, I am truly grateful that I will get to spend my life in heaven with her forever. May God bless her family with peace and strength in the days ahead and especially my best friend-Loretta.
Hilda Valdez
January 18, 2006
Lonnie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless and your family in this time of sorrow.
June Palmer
January 18, 2006
Mary sang with us in the Port of Harmony chapter of Sweet Adelines, here in Houston..... and then went on to the Alamo Metro chapter in San Antonio. That beautiful voice will be remembered for a long time.... and the smile that was always there.
Zelda (Franks) Vaughn
January 18, 2006
Mary was a great inspiration to me in the field of music. We attended the same church and she sang in a trio with my sister, Herscella (Herky). The trio was well known in the Houston area at that time and sang for many different functions. Mary style was so expressive from classical to southern gospel. Many of the things that I use today on piano I learned by watching and being there when the trio sang and/or practiced. She was a special person as well. She always had time for you and never overlooked anyone. A very gracious loving person. She was married to Ronnie Guest who is a second cousin to me from my Daddy's family. But that was just another added benefit to me. There were so many in the church related to each other so when Mary married Ronnie that gave us someone related as well. There are many special memories too numerous to share. It is a tremendous loss not only to her family and friends but the loss of her musical talent. May God comfort the family and all of us who loved her so much.
Herscella (Herky) Franks
January 18, 2006
Our loss is heaven's gain...Mary will be tremendously missed among her family - and those of us who loved her so dearly. Singing with her and Helen meant the world to me, as we traveled to different churches, etc. and..even making a record. The Debonaires received lots of recognition in all their years of being together. Now, Mary awaits us and one day we'll sing together again. Until then, we can't bring her back, but we can prepare our lives so as to see her again. May God's blessings rest on her family as they travel life's path without her, but knowing she will always be with them in their hearts.
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