Alice J Hussey

Alice is survived by her children Alice Curtis, Cricket Whitten, Morris Hussey, Weldon Hussey and wife Liz, all of Combine Texas. Grandkids Rodger Whitten and wife Kaila, Cameron Whitten, Tyler Hussey and wife Kelley, Breanna Hurston and husband Caleb, Bethaney Hussey and finance Noah Kane, Langlee Hussey, Treat Hussey and Hayden Hussey. Great Grand Kids Kylie, Maddison, Justin, Sadie, Payslee, Jaxx, Kennedy, Rowdy, Lane and soon-to-be baby Scarlet. Brother Earl Tucker Jr, Sisters Martha Smitty, and June Griffith, numerous Nieces and Nephews, and long-time friend Christina Zerener. She is preceded in death by her parents Earl and Maggie Tucker, Brother Freddie Tucker, Sister Cathy Svoboda, Son in Law Richard Curtis, and grandson Shawn Noe.

Alice worked years as a Printing Press Operator working on print machines that printed textbooks for schools as well as legal books for Attorneys. Alice enjoyed spending her retirement doing things outside like mowing, fishing, gardening, and barbecuing. Alice was a very strong independent woman and a jack of all trades. She took great pride in taking care of her many animals and loved to host family dinners. She was an excellent supervisor especially when it came to her kids. Alice was a very kind and giving person and you always knew where you stood with her.

Our Mom raised four kids on her own and taught us how to be strong, independent, and resourceful. These values have carried into our adult lives; which we have instilled into our own families. We value all the life lessons you taught us. You were the most honest person anyone could ask for. People that met you either loved you or didn’t. You were kind and would help anyone in need. We love you and miss you mom!!

Memories from her daughters:

“Once again, my heart aches. No matter what age you are, losing your mom isn’t easy! You were one of a kind! Not your typical mom for sure. You always took care of us and loved us unconditionally, but with a strict firm hand. You showed us tough love. I am grateful for everything you taught me. You made sure I was able to stand on my own two feet and be very independent. For instance, cooking and then putting a new motor in my car, changing a flat tire and changing the oil in my own car. Seems there wasn’t anything you couldn’t figure out how to fix or work on. You always said you girls need to know these things to. I am thankful GOD chose you as my mom! My heart sure hurts knowing I won’t see you here on this earth again. Me, Sophie and Ellie are sure missing you already!! Now I have you, Richard and Shawn to watch over me, Sophie and Ellie. I love you mom forever and always!!!” -Alice {Dumpin}

“Mom, I can’t believe you are gone. I will always remember everything you taught me, from mowing, gardening and cooking. I will never forget you always telling me to sit my butt down and rest. Well, you are resting now and I will always love and miss you.” -Cricket

Memories from Alice’s Grandkids:

“Grandma chasing me with the lawn mower is a fond memory that I will always remember. I also remember when we were younger she always had that front room full of peas, and I looked forward to going in there and snapping peas with her. I did it every chance I could. I felt like I snapped a million peas. She was the grandma and grandpa I never had. She taught me quite a few things about vehicles, small engines, and electrical. She taught me some pretty solid general knowledge about life.” -Rodger Whitten

“She took me for my first snow cone and wouldn't roll down the windows on the way back so my snow cone tasted like a cigarette. I'll never forget that she had a donkey that would chug beer on command and her famous beef jerky. If I had to pick one thing I remember most it would be all the times I spent with her gardening. She always seemed like she was in a good mood when she was standing on tilled dirt.” -Cameron Whitten

“I do remember the time grandma was being sweet and made me breakfast while my dad ran to town. She made me pancakes and when I asked for syrup she looked at me funny but handed it to me anyway. I started eating them and I stopped to tell her they were good but tasted different. She busted out laughing and said it was because they were cornbread patties. Then she told me how special I was.” -Tyler Hussey

“My favorite thing about Grandma was telling her I love you. Even though she made it look like it was the worst thing in the world, she would always say it back. Anytime I needed her to pick me up from school, she was there. I may have slumped down in the seat so no one could see me, but she was always there to get me. In the summers when she watched me, I hated running errands. Running around with her and Grandma Tucker was not how I wanted to spend the summer. I didn’t know it then but when I think about it now, I am grateful for the time I had with them. My mom always said I would look back and be glad I had those memories with them. Grandma might not have always said she loved you, but she always had her own way of showing it. Even for the grand-dogs, she always had a pocket full of treats. I think we can all agree on two things…..

1. Grandma loved cats, like really loved cats.

2. She made the best beef jerky anyone could ever hope to make.

The dogs got treats. We got treats. Everyone was happy except she always said “I am not making this beef jerky again”. But she always did make it again and again.” -Breanna Hurston

“I'll never forget the time that Grandma took Hayden and I fishing and then to eat lunch in Quinlan. The whole car ride back she drove at least 10 under the speed limit and wouldn't roll the windows down. When we got back we were so relieved to get out of the car for fresh air. I loved to help Grandma feed her donkey Charlie and bring him loaves of bread. She always let us know when she had new kittens so we could come over to see them. The best memories are sitting on the swing outside with her and talking. I’ll remember her for her strong personality, her “Zonic” sweet tea, the many cats, her famous food, and the strong woman she was.” -Bethaney Hussey

“I remember going out to feed Charlie as a kid and the potbelly pigs, it was always the best time and I enjoyed it so much. I also remember picking vegetables with her and chasing her cats and kittens in the back yard. When I think of Grandma I think of all of the cats she had. She had every cat and kitten in Kaufman County at her house. Still to this day, the cat community at Grandmas continues to grow. I always loved going to see her, it was always eventful and so much fun spending time with her.” -Hayden Hussey