Mary E. Nolen

Mary E. Nolen, age 84, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2013 in Houston, TX. Mrs. Nolen was born and raised in Burnet, Texas, where she graduated from high school. While living in Burnet, her father was involved in several business endeavors: running a grocery store, automobile garage or the ice house. Her mother was busy as a home-maker for Mary and her two brothers and two sisters.

Mary met her husband, Glen Nolen, on a double date. Her girlfriend had asked her to join Glen and his brother for a night on the big town. Glen was home visiting his parents in a neighboring town, while on leave from the Navy. After a short courtship Mary and Glen were married. Their first year of marriage was spent in Washington DC. Later, they moved to the Houston area where Glen worked for Phillips Petroleum for 30 plus years. They raised three boys together; Gary, Shane, and Craig. After retiring, they moved back to the country, in the village of Buchanan Dam. Married for 60 years, Glen and Mary enjoyed several years in the country before Glen passed away. In 2007 Mary made the decision to move back to Houston to be close to all three of her sons, who live nearby. She resided with the oldest son, Gary and his family. Mary was also proud of her five wonderful grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

Mary described herself as a very shy and conservative individual. We knew her to be much more: pleasant, appreciative, classy and a genuine delight to be around, with a terrific sense of humor. Mary enjoyed playing bridge, reading and, of course spending time with her dog Amber. Visitation will be 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, February 2, 20123 in the Chapel of Levy Funeral Directors. Interment will be 1:00 p.m. Sunday, February 3, 2013 at South Park Cemetery, Pearland, Texas.