Loretta Ross Hampton, age 91, died peacefully on Monday, November 7, 2022. She was born to Owen and Mary Lou Ross on January 22, 1931 in Vernon, Texas. She was a graduate of Corpus Christi High School and went on to marry Marvin L. Hampton on April 5, 1951. Loretta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. As her husband was often deployed with the United States Navy, Loretta tended to the children. She was an outstanding cook and her holiday meals will be missed by all. Marvin and Loretta were proud owners of Hampton’s Hearing Aids for over 30 years. Loretta loved the outdoors. She often spent time hunting and fishing with her husband and children, even though Marvin’s favorite fishing spots were challenging to reach. Memories of freshly cooked fish on a Saturday afternoon long in the memory of her family.
Loretta was a dedicated Christian. As a lifelong Baptist and an original member of Parkway Church in Victoria, she was often seen attending church events. Loretta was an avid traveler and went on numerous trips with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She was a member of the Victoria Chapter of Soroptimist.
Loretta is survived by her sister, Barbara Hannan of Bastrop: children, Lindell Hampton (Tabitha) of Las Vegas, Susan Alstrom (Raymond) and Cindy Lynn Hampton, both of Victoria; son-in-law, Emil Koutny; grandchildren, Cory Shilinga, Clay Shilinga, Justin Hampton, Ruben Hampton, John Dale Hampton, Ruth Hampton, Kevin Alstrom, Chris Alstrom, Keith Alstrom, Curtis Hampton and Katie Hampton as well as numerous great grandchildren.
Loretta was preceded in death by her parents, Owen and Mary Lou Ross; husband, Marvin; son, Dale Hampton, daughter, Loretta Hampton Koutney, and great grandchildren, Ruben Hampton Jr. and Teagan Carys Hampton. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 14, 2022 at Colonial Funeral Home, Victoria. A Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 8819 US-87, Victoria. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.
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