The world lost a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Mary Weissmiller on May 16th 2022. Mary enjoyed 90 marvelous years. She bravely battled cancer while continuing to pursue a full and vivacious life. She passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family and friends. Mary will always be remembered as a loving, strong and fiercely independent woman.
Mary was born and grew up in the small rural town of Gainesboro, Tennessee. As a young girl she watched airplanes fly over and dreamed of traveling the world. Her determination and perseverance turned that dream into a reality and she became a stewardess for Continental Airlines. She settled in El Paso, Texas where she raised her 3 devoted children. She always put her children first and reminded them "to place a high price tag on themselves."
She maintained her love for adventure and became a travel agent, spending 30 years in the industry where she reveled in the sights, cultures, and tastes of the world. In her free time, she mastered cooking and created distinctive recipes for family and friends. She celebrated all events small and large, from report cards to holidays. She was the life of every party and touched all those she met with kindness, good humor, and class.
Mary is survived by her brother Jack Hackett and wife Linda, her sister-in-law Ethel Hackett, her son Jim Weissmiller and wife Jackie, her daughter Linda Savage and husband David, and son David Weissmiller and wife Lori. She is also survived by her six beloved grandchildren; Natasha, Jon, Kayla, Keaton, Nicholas, and Ryland. She leaves behind a loving community of family and friends who will carry on her memory.
In lieu of flowers, Mary would love for you to donate to the American Cancer Society and drink a dry martini in celebration of her life.
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