of Friendswood, TX
May 1, 1932 - September 19, 2023
Margie Marie Ellington Jefford, 91, of Friendswood, Texas passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2023 with her family by her side. She was born May 1, 1932 in Paragould, Arkansas to Ausburn Ellington and Myrtle Wood.
Margie was a member of the garden club, craft club, art group, bunco group, and travel club, and loved traveling all over the world with her grandson. She loved playing games including Catan and Bunko and enjoyed reading. Grew up in Batesville, Arkansas on Harrison Street and moved to Friendswood, Texas 60 years ago, with her husband. Together, with their daughter, they operated Ron's Crispy Fried Chicken. They later sold the business to Churches Fried Chicken in 1985. Along with her husband, her mission was to protect and provide for her family. She was a very giving person and supported her family with all her being.
Survivors include her daughter, Gale Jefford of Friendswood, Texas; granddaughter, Lauren Mortensen.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, V.L. Jefford, Jr.; and grandson, Michael Mortensen.
Graveside services will begin at 12:00pm Friday, September 29, 2023 at Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held from 10:00am-12:00pm Friday, September 29, 2023 at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.
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4 Condolence(s)
Elsa Sinclair
Saturday, October 7, 2023
I enjoyed Margie’swonderful personality. I had a great time traveling with her. She was a real hoot! I will miss her, her wonderful jokes especially!
Sidney Formanek
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
We did not live close and did not see each other often but I've always considered Margie to be a treasure beyond measure. With each successive time we were together I knew she was super special. She had so many talents and was such a caring person - you could not have known her without loving her dearly. I hate that she is gone but she deserves the rest - and I'm sure she is entertaining everyone in heaven.
Lang Thi Starns
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
My condolences to the family and for our group. God Bless.
Lang
Jean Porter
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Margie was a dear member of Friendship Force of Houston and I had the privilege of traveling with her to Ireland and England. People were naturally drawn to her warm, friendly personality and her delightful Southern accent. We are fortunate to have called her friend and she will be missed. What a gal!