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Submitted: 4/19/21 • Approved: 5/11/21 • Last Updated: 5/14/21 • R410369-G410369-S3
Brent
US Navy
World War II
June 12, 1921 - January 8, 2003
Martha
1921 - 2013
*Obituary
Martha Leone Burton Williamson (Marchie), 92, of Texas City, passed away Friday, August 9, 2013.
Marchie was born in 1921 in Olney, Texas to Travis H. and Sara Burton. She was the youngest of five children: three sisters, Cora Hallmark, Evelyn Burton, and Faye Read, and a brother, Travis Burton. Her father was a Methodist minister, so the family moved frequently among congregations in north central Texas.
After graduating from Waxahatchie High School and Trinity University, she taught elementary school. Her teaching career spanned 37 years, 29 of those years in Texas City.
Marchie was married to Brent V. Williamson on February 20, 1942 before he joined the navy. Marchie and Brent had two children, Karen and Kenneth Brent. They were married 60 years until his death January 8, 2003.
An animal lover, Marchie had many dogs and cats throughout the years.
Marchie had a friend and neighbor with whom she traveled and also spent time at the theatre and dined out with frequently. She supported the arts and was quite artistic her self, painting with watercolors, sewing, gardening, and even did some creative shopping.
Marchie was an active member of St. John’s Methodist Church, Texas City Retired Teachers, and several other general services clubs in the past. She was proud to do volunteer work.
Marchie was preceded in death by her parents, all four of her siblings, as well as her husband Brent. She is survived by her children, Karen Williamson and her husband Wilson Hurst, Kenneth Brent Williamson, and grandchildren Christopher Allen Reynolds, Kendra Christine Williamson, Conor Griffith Williamson, and a special friend and neighbor, Joe Updegrove.
Described as a sweet and generous person, Marchie shared her interests with many friends. She maintained contact with numerous close friends.
She would like to be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
The family will have a Celebration of Life at 11a.m. Wednesday, August 14th, 2013 at St. Johns United Methodist Church with a gathering to follow immediately afterwards. Interment of her ashes will occur at a later date.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. John’s Methodist Church, 8200 25th Ave N, Texas City, TX 77591.
*Obituary
TEXAS CITY - Brent V. Williamson, 81, of Texas City, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2003, at Gulf Health Care Center. A Celebration of Life service will be held 3 p.m. Friday, January 10, at Emken-Linton Funeral Home with the Rev. John Thomason officiating. Visitation will begin at 2 p.m. Friday, before the service, at the funeral home. Private entombment will be held at a later date.
Mr. Williamson was born June 12, 1921, in Dawson, Texas, to Milton and Delia Williamson. He grew up in Waxahachie, Texas and served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He graduated from the University of Texas in pharmacy and worked in a family owned business, Williamson Pharmacy from 1947 until 1988. In his earlier years, he enjoyed golf, hunting, raising horses and was active in the Optimist and Kiwanas service clubs. He is a member of St.
John's United Methodist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Joyce Johnston, and brother Bill W. Williamson.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years Martha "Marchie" Burton Williamson; daughter Karen and husband Wilson Hurst; son Kenneth Williamson and wife Debi; grandchildren Christopher, Kendra, and Conor; nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Brent was a loving husband, father and grandfather. A well respected pharmacist, he was a friend to many. He enjoyed all sports and was a loyal Texas Longhorn fan.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. John's United Methodist Church or a charity of choice.
Emken Linton Funeral Home
Jan 9 2003
Galveston Daily News
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