Mary Alice was born September 22, 1932, in Whitewright, Texas to Jim and Alma Hicks. She was the youngest of 5 siblings, Ina Lee, Jim, Sarah and Bonnie. She attended Whitewright Schools. She married the love of her life, Danny M. Wilson of Ector, Texas. She was a devoted housewife and loving Mother and raised three children, Donna, Danny Jr., and Beverly. She had a large heart and open arms and was a Mother to many more over the years. She always took great pride in her gardening and shared flowers with many of her friends and neighbors. She loved and made many trips to Shreveport gambling and playing bingo with friends and family. She loved her home and collected many antiques over the years. She lived in Ector, Texas for many years until moving to Temple, to live with her daugher, Beverly.
On Feb 21, 2012, while peacefully waiting with her family and chaplain, she was called to be with our Lord. She was preceded in death by her parents Jim and Alma Hicks, her late husband Danny M. Wilson, her grandson, Danny Merle Wilson III, her sisters Sarah Purtle and Ina Lee Sanders.
Nanny was a loving Grandmother to Danny Steve, Lonnie, Jonica and greatgrandson Cayson Lane and greatgranddogs Dirk & Lexie, Danny Merle III, Dusty and greatgrandsons Zach & Lucas, Darren and greatgrandson Daniel, Charlie and greatgranddogs Lucky & CoCo, Katie and greatgrandcats Sebastian,Chloe & Zoe, Daniela and granddog Chopper, Sam and greatgrandson Timothy, Peter and greatgranddaughters Sophia and Lauren, Becca and greatgranddog Snickers. Jennifer and greatgranddaughter Elizabeth. Nanny loved her "almost son" Larry Taylor and her "almost grandson" Gerald Tallaire, his wife Heather and greatgrandchildren, Maddie & Revis.
Nanny loved all Gods Children and little animals, fostering many, making a wonderful difference in their lives.
Special thanks to the Temple Living Center East, their staff, and Chaplan Ann Pennington. You were all wonderful to Mother and we do appreciate your kindness in making Mothers time there comfortable and loving. We as the family cannot thank you enough for the kindness, prayers and words of love during this difficult time.
Special thanks to Elsa Howe and Lighthouse Hospice, for the loving care shown to Mother.
She will be missed by many. ~REST IN PEACE~ " Our Precious Mother ".
In lieu of flowers, you may send a memorial donation to Lighthouse Hospice, 1616 Azalea Drive, Suite 101, Temple, Texas 76502
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Mary Alice was a loving, generous, fun lady. She will always be my sister-in-law. She leaves behind many good memories of her.
Mary,
I loved you so much and always had so much fun with you. I’ll never forget how you made me laugh. You always said, "We always have such a good time together."
Dear Donna and Beverly,
I am praying that God will comfort you during this difficult time.
I love you all,
Becca
Mom, I love you and will miss you more than you will ever know. Our last five years living together have been the best years if my life. We had so many fun times together over these past years. I will never forget the happiness we shared just doing some of the smallest things: Like getting up in the middle of the night and deciding to go to I-Hop for an early breakfast. Thanks for all the times I would be hurting and you would rub my legs so patiently to relieve my pain. You were a wonderful mother and I can’t wait to someday join you.. Rest in Peace, Mom.
We are sorry for your loss of your Mother, Mary Alice. She was a sweet, loving lady.
In love of my youngest sister who has joined our older sisters and parents in heaven. May her new world be brighter and welcome her with open arms.
I love you Nanny and always will.
I love you and miss you mom!!
Mother,
I have wonderful memories and am so thankful for the time we had together. I will always love you and miss you deeply. Donna
Nanny,
Thank you for all you did for all of us. Thanks for helping raise me and making me the person I am today. I love you and miss you so much. I have so many wonderful memories from when we lived together. You were a great person with a wonderful loving heart and an even better grandmother. Rest in peace Nanny.
With love and memories,
Dustin
thanks for all you gave you will be missed love
Mary Alice was my mother’s youngest sister. I always remember Mary being a great cook and so full of fun. Mother always told about how tiny she was when she was born, and that they carried her around on a pillow. Trips to our grandparents farm in Whitewright always included fun times with all the family, I charish those memories. My thoughts and prayers are with Donna, Beverly, Butch and their families.
Dear Nanny,
I will cherish all the wonderful memories we had and will miss you very much. You have taught me many life lessons that I will never forget. I could not have asked for a better grandmother. You have truly touched everyone who had the honor of meeting you and you will be missed very much. I love you.
Love,
Katie
I have many good memories of Mary. I will miss her.
Sorry I was unable to be with family at this time.
Sorry I was unable to be with family at this time.
Aunt Mary Alice was a beautiful, sweet soul. She always had a smile on her face and I will always remember how lovely she looked the last time I saw her.
Donna, Danny and Beverly, I am thinking of you and praying for you and your families.