Edna Mae McAvey – July 24, 2017

Edna Mae McAvey, 88, of Amarillo, died Monday, July 24, 2017.
Services will be at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 27, 2017, in Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel with Jeff Parsons officiating.  Burial will be in Llano Cemetery.  Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.
Edna was born July 30, 1928, in LaVernia to John and Adeline Pharris.  She was a member of St. Hyacinth Catholic Church.  Edna married Joseph McAvey on Jan. 31, 1949, in San Antonio.  He preceded her in death in 1997.
Edna loved the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers and NASCAR.  She was a loving wife and mother.
Survivors include four daughters, Pat Bachus and husband David, of San Antonio, Carol Jenkins and husband Stuart, of McAllen, Cathy Young and husband Duane, of Midway and Bobbie Parsons and husband Mark, of Amarillo; a son, Danny McAvey and wife Candi, of Amarillo; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Mission Amarillo, 601 SW 10th, Amarillo, TX 79101; or to Make-a-Wish Foundation, 411 S Fillmore St, Amarillo, TX 79101.

0 Replies to “Edna Mae McAvey – July 24, 2017”

  1. Great memories of Edna, such good times at Belmar Bakery.She always made chicken and rice for Skip and me, for Birthday.Every thanksgiving I make her macaroni salad. I couldn’t have made it at the bakery without Edna. Prayers to the family. Carolyn Richards

  2. I am so sorry for your loss. May fond memories of your beloved Edna you comfort during this hard time in your life. Look back on all the good memories you were able to have and smile at the fact that you were able to share these before she passed away. My hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. God has promised us that we will soon be reunited with our loved ones. “There is going to be a resurrection,” the Bible confirms at Acts 24:15. “Do not be amazed at this,” Jesus assures us, “for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.” (John 5:28, 29)

  3. Always an adventure with Aunt Edna, every time they visited NY
    Making chicken gizzards, tacos and I got her to eat eggplant. The time the noon siren went off and she dragged the mattress into the hall yelling tornado, I said no it’s just 12 o’clock! Your with Uncle Joey and mt Dad now . I will take charge of the almond joys. Love you always

  4. My sincere condolences to Pat and the entire family. She was a wonderful woman and I know she will leave a hole in your hearts. My prayers are with you for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

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