In loving memory of Mary Evelyn Rorex Atkinson (Rockport, Texas), born in Panhandle, Texas, who departed this world on September 13, 2025 at the age of 93. Mary Evelyn leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Evelyn Rorex Atkinson to pay them a last tribute.
Though Mary Evelyn may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Mary Evelyn touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Joe Rorex and Lydia Lill Rorex. She is survived by: her husband Atmar Atkinson; her stepson Charles Michael Atkinson (Jason); her sibling's children, Diane Rorex Spradlin, Jeanna Rorex Scarozza, Doug and Karl Waidhofer; and her close friend Fern Olson. She is also survived by three step granddaughters.
Visitation will be held on Friday, September 26th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Charlie Marshall Funeral Homes (814 E Main St, Rockport, TX 78382). A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 26th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Humane Society and Adoption Center of Rockport/Fulton, 1308 Myrtle St. Fulton, TX 78358.