Dr. Inci Evren Ertan, a distinguished mineralogist, devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, the 9th of May 2024, in Houston, Texas. She was 79 years of age.
Born on the 19th of August 1944, in Turkey to Turgut Evren and Zarife Cildiroglu, Inci embarked on a remarkable journey marked by academic excellence and professional achievements. She earned her PhD from the University of Vienna in 1971, laying the foundation for a career in geology and research.
Inci's professional endeavors led her to serve as a senior mineralogist at MTA, the Institute of Mineral Research and Exploration, in Ankara, Turkey, where she crossed paths with her beloved husband of 52 years, Dr. Atilla Ertan. In 1980, Inci and Atilla, along with their two young children, embarked on a new chapter in New Orleans, Louisiana, eventually settling in Houston, Texas, in 1990. Throughout her career, Inci made contributions to the field of geology and research, notably at the University of New Orleans and Rice University. Additionally, she served as a clinical research manager at the University of Texas Health Sciences in Houston before retiring.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Inci was a woman of elegance, poise, and grace. Her wit and wonderful sense of humor endeared her to all who knew her. She found joy in traveling across the US and Europe, listening to classical music, admiring impressionist art, and hosting gatherings for family and friends in her beloved Inci’s bistro.
Inci leaves behind a legacy of strength and compassion. Despite facing the challenges of Parkinson's disease for nearly two decades, she embraced life with unwavering determination and grace.
Inci is survived by her devoted husband, Dr. Atilla Ertan, her children and their spouses, Mr. and Mrs. Baris Ertan, and Mrs. Basak Ertan and Dr. Anthony Gabriel, and her six adoring grandchildren, Leyla Ertan, Cameron Ertan, Ella Reese Ertan, Katina Gabriel, Kristin Gabriel, and Andreas Gabriel.
A memorial service is to be conducted at two o'clock in the afternoon on Saturday, the 18th of May 2024, at Geo. H. Lewis & Sons, 1010 Bering Drive in Houston. (Kindly note: Those unable to attend the memorial service in-person, virtual attendance may be accessed by visiting and selecting the "Join Livestream" icon in the "Service" section below.)
Immediately following, all are invited to greet the family during a reception in the adjacent grand foyer.
Inci Evren Ertan will be deeply missed but forever remembered for her intellect, warmth, and unwavering love for her family. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
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