Jessie Faye "Granny Faye" Rector of Nacogdoches passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019, at her residence at the age of 96. She was born October 13, 1922, in Atoy, Texas to parents Henry Lee and Nancy (King) Parker.
Granny Faye was a first-class mother and grandmother who was sweet to everyone who came around. She was a loving lady who took care of her family. One of the first things people would notice about her was her beautiful blue eyes. In her spare time she enjoyed sewing and embroidering. At the time of her passing, she was the oldest living member of Mahl Baptist Church.
Mrs. Rector was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Curtis Rector; son, Jimmy Lee Rector; sister, Geraldine Russell; brother, Estle Parker; and son-in-law, Buck Carpenter.
She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Carpenter; granddaughter, Kim Carpenter; brother-in-law, Rev. Rayford Rector and wife Maggie; and several nieces, nephews, relatives, dear friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 4, 2019, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel officiated by Pastor Robert Easterling. Interment will follow at McKnight Cemetery in Cushing.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sunday, March 3, 2019, at Cason Monk-Metcalf, 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made in Granny Faye’s name to Mahl Baptist Church or Affinity Hospice.
Please visit www.CasonMonk-Metcalf.com to leave your online condolences and memories.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, Nacogdoches.
