Mary Alice Brett Weyand

Mary Alice Brett Weyand went to be with The Lord November 23, 2012. She was born August 1, 1927 to Corneal and Alice Brett in Houston, Texas. She graduated from Reagan High School and was active in the Elkadetts Drill Team and attended the University of Houston. She loved the water and was active on the “Corketts” Shamrock Synchronized Swimming Team. She married the man of her dreams, Jack Weyand, whom she loved and cherished for the next 60 years. She loved painting and was a prolific artist who created many beautiful works of art, including unique, sentimental Christmas cards that she and Jack made each year. She spent many hours doing Hospital volunteer work, playing tennis and sailing. She enjoyed the beach and spending time on Galveston Island. She and Jack traveled to many different countries and met countless lifelong friends. She was very creative and fun to be with, and April fool’s Day was one of her favorites. Mary Alice loved her family and friends and was always encouraging, supportive and kind to everyone she knew.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Jack; son, Steve Weyand; daughter, Theresa Elliott and husband Kirk; grandchildren, Brittany, Jack and Mitch Elliott; great-granddaughter, Brayden; niece, Diane Brett; nephew, Jon Weyand and wife Vicki and many other relatives and friends. A special thanks to those who assisted Mary, especially Becky Luchak for her gentle care and friendship.

All services will be held at Saint Stephens United Methodist Church, 2003 W. 43rd St., Houston, TX 77018. Visitation with the family will begin on Monday, November 26, 2012 at 11 am with a celebration of her life ceremony at noon. Mary will be laid to rest at Hollywood Cemetery in Houston, Texas at 2:00 p.m. Pallbearers are Bill Warren, John Bain, John Lee, Jack Elliott, Mitch Elliott, and John Artz. Honorary Pallbearers are Stuart Schafer and Larry Plasek. The soloist will be Richard Bain.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of Mary Alice Brett Weyand to the charity of your choice.