Mary Ellen Makelky, age 87, of El Paso, Texas passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 28, 2014 in Houston, Texas.
Mary Ellen graduated from Austin High School and the Texas College of Mines. She worked in the computer field with Civil Service and as a teacher in both YISD and EPISD. She was an adventurer with a true love for life. She enjoyed gardening, bridge, gambling, travelling the world, playing and watching sports. Most of all, she enjoyed being with and caring for family and friends. She will be dearly missed.
Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents: Henry D. and Clara V. Rivera; a brother, Frankie; first husband Leon F. Pol; and second husband Maurice Holland. She is survived by her husband Al (Mac) Makelky of Miles City, MT; daughter Phyllis A. Green of Plano, TX; and a son Michael F. Pol of El Paso, TX. Her Montana family includes Marilyn (Tom) Bradshaw, Donna (Wes) Smith, Ken (Robbin) Makelky, Connie (Kelley) Kantner, Jeff (Vicki) Makelky, Toni Turner, Melanie (Darryl) Redman, twenty five grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Alice Coleman, Bill (Margaret) Rivera, Peggy Hendrikx and Rosie (Ray) Moniz of El Paso; Theresa Dimick of Gruene, TX and David (Larry) Rivera of Denver.
Viewing will be from 5:00-9:00 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2014 at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina with recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at 9:15 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2301 Zanzibar, El Paso, TX 79925. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the local arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Annunciation House, 1003 E. San Antonio Ave., El Paso, TX 79901.
Service Schedule
Visitation
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Monday July 7, 2014
Hillcrest Funeral Home
1060 North Carolina Drive
El Paso, Texas 79915
Rosary & Vigil
7:00 p.m. to
Monday July 7, 2014
Hillcrest Funeral Home
1060 North Carolina Drive
El Paso, Texas 79915
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday July 8, 2014
St. Raphael Catholic Church
2301 Zanzibar
El Paso, Texas 79925
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday July 19, 2014
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Monday July 7, 2014
Hillcrest Funeral Home
1060 North Carolina Drive
El Paso, Texas 79915
Rosary & Vigil
7:00 p.m. to
Monday July 7, 2014
Hillcrest Funeral Home
1060 North Carolina Drive
El Paso, Texas 79915
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday July 8, 2014
St. Raphael Catholic Church
2301 Zanzibar
El Paso, Texas 79925
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday July 19, 2014
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Lourdes Aragon says
Mary Ellen was one the kindest, sweetest persons I have ever known. It was my pleasure to have known her. My condolences to the family. May she rest in peace in the arms of our Lord.
Frank and Shan Haider says
Mary Ellen had a smile and kind word for everyone. Her faith was her crowning glory. We will miss her but look forward to the day we will be together again.
We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord. 2 Cor 5:8
Our love and prayers are with the family at this time.
Shan and Frank Haider
Carolyn Kimball says
I am in shock. I don’t know what happened but I do know this is a huge loss. She was always a joy to visit and spend time with. Such a gracious and sweet woman. May you find peace in her loving memories.
Linda & Richard Meidinger says
So sorry to hear you lost your wife Mac. Haven’t seen you for a long time so never
did meet her but knew you were together a long time.
Hope to run into you some day. We live in South Dakota and have for 10 years now.
May she rest in peace and may your loving memories help you through this hard time. Linda and Richard Meidinger
Ella Mae & Pinky Pelletier says
Al- So sorry to hear this sad news, we are so sorry. Pinky & Ella Mae
Derek & Lisa Townsend says
Mac, We are deeply sorry for your loss, and we pray for you to be at peace with God’s plan. You and Mary Ellen are loved by so many in the family and by so many friends. We love you, you’re daughter and her family,, you’re Grand daughter and you’re great grand children. When the kids got married, I said to everyone there, this marriage is not just the marriage of the two of them; but of two families and I meant it. We are here for you!
Dee Ann Redman says
Mary Ellen was lovely in every way. I can’t say I knew her well, but I certainly liked what I knew. I’m so sorry for Mac and all the Makelky family for the loss of this vibrant woman from your lives.
Wayne & Anita Wetherelt says
Mac & families: was shocked & surprised over your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts & prayers. Such good memories with you during out Motel Days & more. May God bless all of you.
Kelly Parkinson Lundahl says
Thinking of you and your family and wishing you peace.
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family of Mary Ellen Makelky. It was never the Creator’s purpose for mankind to suffer (Romans 5:12). May God give you peace through his promise to comfort us (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4). We are promised a time when no one will say “I am sick” (Isaiah 33:24). Cherish all the happy memories of your loved one and I hope that you are consoled by Bible assurances of a hopeful future including everlasting life in paradise (John 17:3).
Jodie Purdy says
I cannot describe the loss I feel over the loss of my dearest friend. She was
my rock during hard times and the best of friends during the good times.
I will always cherish the times we had together and her laughter and her
caring ways..My thoughts are with Mac and the family..They were such a loving
couple and always thinking of others..My thoughts and prayers are with you
during this time..
Dannette Cremer says
I got to know Mary Ellen while making pies for the fair. I had such a good time with her and the other ladies. So sorry for your loss. Dannette and Craig Cremer
Frank J. Tooke says
Mac
I am sorry to note Mary Ellen’s passing. Please accept mt deepest sympathy. Frank
Rose LaRowe says
I feel blessed to have known Mary Ellen, she had such a vibrant and sunny personality!
Mac, you have my deepest heartfelt sympathy.
Rose
Matt, Linette, Nicholas and Cody Donnelly says
Thinking of you all during this sad time. She will surely be missed by her Montana neighbors. The Huschkas
Klayton and Mary Jane Rogge says
Mac,
We are so sorry to hear of Mary Ellen’s passing. Let your memories of all the good times carry you through this time of loss. Klayton and Mary Jane Rogge
Dennis Talkington says
Mac….so sorry for your loss. I saw the name in the Billings paper this AM and knew who it had to be. I’m glad you had so many years together.
With deepest sympathy,
Dennis T (TV guy)
Dean & Olivia Sane says
Cousin Al and family. Olivia and I want to express our deepest sympathy on the passing of Mary Ellen. I have contacted several of your Canadian cousins and passed on the sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family! Cousin Dean and Olivia Sane, Toronto, Canada.