Obituaries

Mary Evelyn Mushrush

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Mary Evelyn Mushrush, 69, of Weatherford, Texas, formerly of Taos, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at her home in Weatherford, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 11, 1949, in Peru, Indiana, a daughter of Vernon and Helen (Spafford) Hough. She married William J. Mushrush on January 15, 1967 in Peru, Indiana. Mary graduated from Peru High School in Peru, Indiana. She worked in the dry-cleaning business for many years and served in management roles for Quality Cleaners. Mary loved painting, baking and searching for unique hidden treasures at flea markets with her sister. She was a circus performer in her high school years with her sister as well. Most of all, Mary adored spending time with her family. She is survived by her children: William P. Mushrush (Jennifer), Vikkie D. Elder (Lenny), Brian J. Mushrush (Jolene) and Martin A. Boehmer; mother-in-law: Lois Mushrush; sister- in-law: Jean McKinley; grandchildren: Alexis Carter (Dillon), William Taylor McDonald, Travis Mushrush, Austin Mushrush, Gracie Mushrush, Jason Mushrush (Heather), Joesph Underwood, Dustin Underwood (Rosie), Jason Childers (Tamara), Aaron Childers, Aubrie Carouth, Star Elder, Leann Bradley, Jordan Mushrush and Colby Mushrush; and 19 great-grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by her husband; parents; father- in-law: William F. Mushrush; brother: Jerry Hough; sister: Sally Crowley; nephew: Charles Crowley; brother-in-law: Jim McKinley; and her beloved dog, Lilly Beth. Friends will be received from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 10, 2019, at Houser-Millard Funeral Directors. Funeral Services will immediately follow at 11:00 a.m. at Houser- Millard Funeral Directors with Bruce Williamson officiating. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the family. Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 West Main Street, Jefferson City, MO 65109, (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com.

Published May 10, 2019