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Obituaries for February 27, 2008
Nancy Mary Bennett, 76, passed on to her heavenly home on February 19, 2008. She was born December 11, 1931 in Cass, Arkansas.
Mary grew up in Kansas before moving to Texas in 1957 with her family. Mary enjoyed a successful commercial real estate career with Guy Chipman Company in San Antonio and JB Goodwin Realtors in Austin. She retired to Rockport where she spent most of her leisurely time fishing with friends and family. Mary loved watching the Spurs especially Manu Ginobli, and spoiling her beloved cat “pumpkin.”
Mary is survived by her children, Steve Bennett and wife, Mary of Boerne, Jodie Manning of Austin, Joe Bennett and wife Amber of Austin, granddaughters, Cassandra Bennett, Michaela Manning, and grandson Sterling Bennett, along with many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, Mary's memory may be honored with a contribution to the American Heart Association (www.americanheart.org) or to one's charity of choice.
To leave a message or tribute for the family, please visit www.vaughanfuneralhome.com and select the obituaries icon.
Anna L. Corey, 36, of Cologne, passed away Monday, Feb. 25, 2008. She was born Sept. 3, 1971, in Corona, CA. Corey was a former resident and graduate of Rockport.
She is survived by her parents John Noreen of Franklin, TN and Sharri Seifert of Victoria; her husband, William B. Corey of Cologne; one daughter, Audrey Rose Corey of Cologne; six sisters; and two brothers.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28 at the Colonial Funeral Home chapel in Goliad, with the Rev. Jason Teague officiating. Burial will be in Tivoli.
Gary M. Ingber, 50, of Cocoa, Florida passed away Saturday, Feb. 24, 2008. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Gary was a former Rockport resident and former owner/operator of Rockport Music. Gary is survived by his son, Eugene Thomas (“Gino”) Ingber of Rockport; his father, Hy Ingber of Far Rockaway, New York; and companion, Liz Geary of Cocoa, Florida.
A memorial service was held Tuesday, February 26 at Brevard Community College auditorium in Melbourne, Florida, where Gary was employed for the past several years. Gary was a musician of note, and was known as “Big Daddy G.” He and his bands the Jukehouse Four and The Gary Ingber Band were well known and loved in the Cocoa area and in the greater blues community.
Dr. George E. Marriott passed away Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008. He was born September 28, 1928 in Coffeyville, Kansas to Thomas and Mary Marriott, who preceded him in death.
After graduation from St. John's Military School in 1946, George enlisted in the United States Army. George served four terms from 1946 until 1961, during which time he fought in the Korean conflict and earned numerous medals including the World War II Victory Medal, Army of Occupation Medal Japan, National Defense Service Medal, Gold Conduct Medal with Bronze Clasp/3 loops, United States Service Medal and the Korean Service Medal with three Bronze Service Stars. He also received a Medal of Appreciation from the President of South Korea.
He then continued his education, earning his Doctorate of Psychology from the University of Tulsa. George dedicated his life to helping others with a passion for working with disabled children. He served as Chief Psychologist at Hissom Memorial Center, a state-run institution, for 20 years. During this time he was innovative in developing a new technique of communication for children who were deaf, blind and mute, which he taught to educators and caregivers nationally. He also served as President of the Tri-State American Psychological Association, who honored him for his lifelong service at their National Convention in 2006. George continued his service to others as the Director of a seven-county mental health clinic in Oklahoma. His commitment to the military and psychology led him to work with Vietnam Veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - a commitment that carried over into his work in Texas as well.
His desire to have further positive impacts upon his community drove him to be instrumental in forming a battered woman's shelter in Claremore, Oklahoma and serving on their board. In addition to his work within his own community, George and his wife Gayle spent two weeks in Oklahoma City following the bombing of the Murrah Federal Building, during which time they notified the families of their loved ones who had been lost during the tragedy. He was recognized for this service by the American Red Cross.
After moving to Rockport 12 years ago, George became the Director of Coastal Plains MHMR - Rockport where he served as the only Dr. of Psychology on staff until his retirement in 2007.
His love of Rockport and civil service led him to run for - and be elected to - the City Council where he served as representative for South Rockport and also as Mayor Pro Tem for six years. Additionally, George served on numerous boards and organizations in both Oklahoma and Texas.
He is survived by his wife, Gayle of Rockport; three sons, Mike Marriott of Claremore, Ok, Pete (Jennifer) Marriott of Sand Springs, OK and Keith (Pam) Walker of Cedar Park, TX; daughter Keisha (Matt) Cramblet of College Station, TX; brother Charles (Jean) Marriott of Apache Junction, AZ; sister Virginia Zilm of Fishers, IN and nine grandchildren.
Clara “Didder” McDavid, 86, passed away Monday, Feb. 25, 2008. She was born Sept. 16, 1921 in Rockport.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, and one sister. She is survived by two sons, John (Margie) McDavid of Rockport, and Andy (Melissa) McDavid of Salado; two daughters, Betty Ann (Ernest) Dimaline of Missouri City and Lisa (Bud) Duncan of Collierville, TN; 12 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
A Rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2008 at the family residence, 1016 E. Orleans with visitation to be held afterward. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 28 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Rockport Cemetery.
Susan J. McBurney, 69, passed away Monday, Feb. 25, 2008. She was born March 5, 1938 in Cleveland, OH. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
She is survived by her husband, Jim of Rockport; three sons, Jay (Shay) McBurney of Dripping Springs, Mike (Charlotte) McBurney and Dan McBurney, both of Rockport; two daughters, Julie McBurney of Orlando, FL and Elizabeth (Tom) Lyons of Ingleside; two sisters, Colleen Ryan of Brookfield, WI and Sheila Cannon of El Dorado Hills, CA; and six grandchildren.
A Rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with a memorial Mass to follow at 4 p.m. with Monsignor Louis Kihneman as celebrant. Interment will be private.
Daphne Lane Wilson Pedersen, 55, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008. She was born Aug. 11, 1952 in LaMarque. She had been a Rockport resident for 22 years.
She was preceded in death by her mother; and one brother. She is survived by her husband, Ray Pedersen; three sons, Jay (Jennifer) Kirschner, Jeff (Kristi) Kirschner, and Richard (Diane) Pedersen; one daughter, Shelli (Craig) Dion; five sisters; one brother; her father; her stepmother; and seven grandchildren.
A celebration of her life will be conducted March 1 at 2 p.m. at Charlie Marshall funeral home.
Lizabeth “Liz” Thompson, 59, passed away, Friday, Feb. 22, 2008. She was born Aug. 25, 1948 in Iowa and had been a resident of Rockport for the past six years.
She is survived by her husband, Wayne Chalupa of Rockport.
No services are planned.
Roxie Lou Zahn, 91, passed away Thursday, Feb. 21, 2008. She was born Feb. 29, 1916 in Vernon. She had been a resident of Rockport for the last 10 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, C.A. Zahn; and two brothers. She is survived by four daughters, Elva Lou Beck, and Faye Morrison, both of Wichita Falls, Loretta Whitaker of Rockport, and Vicki Richey of Decatur; one sister; eight grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were held Monday, Feb. 25 at Tage Cemetary in Montague.
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