Mary Elizabeth Gunnells

McCAMEY: Mary Elizabeth Gunnells, daughter of Joy Moody and the late Sid Moody of McCamey, was born September 3, 1949 in McCamey. Surrounded by her Family she entered the Kingdom of Heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on August 13, 2008. Her last breath on Earth was her first breath in Heaven. She was a gracious, loving and caring Wife, Mother, Grammy, Daughter, Sister, Aunt and Friend. She was the type of person who never met a stranger and was always well remembered by those whose lives she touched, which were many.
Just to show what a kind person She was, I would like to share a few words she left us with... "To My Beloved Family....As to my service I want all of you to dress casual, comfortable and colorful. Jesus did not stand on pomp and circumstance and neither do I. I want this to be a Celebration of My Life and not a depressing occasion. I know that there will be sadness but try to remember the positive things in My Life and how Very Much I Love You All." Even until her last breath her first and foremost concern was for her Family. She always put God and everyone in her life first. She had the unique ability to always find the very best in everyone. She loved us all unconditionally and taught us that there is always a good in everyone and everything no matter what the circumstance. Although we know she is at Peace and with Her Lord and Savior, it is with heavy hearts that we say good-bye to this Woman of God who touched and will continue to touch our lives forever.
Grammy was raised in McCamey and grew up going to First Baptist Church where she was also Baptized. She was currently a member of Day Star Community Church in Converse, and was very active in her church when she was able.
She is survived by her husband Morris Gunnells of Converse. Her two sons; Quint Gunnells and wife Diana of McCamey and Mark Gunnells of San Antonio. Her Grandkids ( her Pride and Joy) Courtney, Quaid, Caden and Calli Gunnells of McCamey and Sydney and Caleb Gunnells of San Antonio. Her Mother, Joy Moody of McCamey. Her Brothers; Willard Moody and wife Kathy of Lake Livingston and James "Jesse" Moody and wife Sandy of Sandy, Utah. Her Sister; L'Jean King and husband Marvin of McCamey. Niece; Shari Rhodes, son Brock and Brianna Pribyla of Midland. Niece; Sheryl Mills, husband Marc and son Jason of Pleasanton. Nephew; Steve Moody, wife Hilda and daughters Emily and Sarah of Midland. Nephews; Cody Moody of Austin and Derek Cecil of New York. Niece; Lisa Best, husband Mike, son Sebastian and daughter McKenzie of Atlanta, GA. Nephew; Matthew Moody, wife Mandy, daughter Tessa and son Asher of Draper, Utah. Niece; Jessica Glines and husband James of Salt Lake City, Utah. Nephew Ryan Moody and Niece L'Jean Moody both of Sandy, Utah. Nephew; Wesley Seilhant, wife Jennifer, daughter Jayla and son Eric of Springtown. In-Laws; James and Nadine Gunnells of McCamey. Sister-in-Laws; Twyla Huffman and husband Glenn of San Angelo and Pat Newton and husband Turner of Wichita Falls. Nephew; Timmy, wife Tommie, daughter Eryen and son Thomas of San Angelo. Niece Melissa Huffman of San Angelo. Niece; Mandy Foreman and husband Terry of San Angelo. Nephew; Chris Gunnells, wife So Young and son Bradley of South Korea. Special Friends; Jan Moody of Kerrville, Dennis, Danielle and Brittani Verno of Pheonix, AZ, John and Pat Nicholosy of San Antonio and David, Kendra and John Baker of Odessa. Including numerous Family and Friends.
She was preceded in death by her dad; Sid "Papa" Moody, Brother-in-Law; James Edward "Rare" Gunnells, niece Jaimee Moody and nephew Jon Eric Seilhant.
Pallbearers are Steve Moody, Derek Cecil, Wesley Seilhant, Cody Moody, Ryan Moody, Brock Rhodes, Dennis Verno and Steve Esparza. Honorary Pallbearers are Marvin King, Norman Moody, Ridgley Hollifield and David "Lummy" Baker.
Services will be held in McCamey on Saturday, August 16th at 2pm at First Baptist Church with Pastor Byron Bitner officiating. Burial will follow at Resthaven Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Shaffer-Nichols Funeral Home.