Margie Pernell

Services for Margie Beth (Betty) James Pernell, 90 of Cleburne, will be conducted at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, February 11, 2014 in the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Chapel. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery. Her nephew, Jim Hallman will officiate. Pallbearers will be Chad Buenger, Justin Buenger, Rick Van DeRiet, Larry Bowers, Robbie Wallace and David Carter. Visitation will be from 6-7:30 P.M., Monday, at the funeral home. Margie Beth (Betty) James Pernell passed from this life to her eternal home with her Lord on Friday, February 7, 2014. She was born to John A., Sr. and Ruth Clayton James in Cleburne on November 16, 1923. After high school graduation, Betty attended Texas Christian University. She started her working career at the Johnson County Courthouse. Betty was a stay-at-home mom through her children’s younger years and later worked in admissions at Johnson County Memorial Hospital. Betty enjoyed traveling and had the privilege of visiting several countries. She enjoyed her years with duplicate-bridge partners as they competed on bridge tournaments throughout the state. Betty made many lifelong friends. Nancy Ferguson Holloway, Barbara Palmer, Joyce and Monte Swatzell and Barbara Jones kept close contact with her through her last days. Neighbors, Linda and Robbie Wallace, Shellie and David Carter and Jen Cimo kept very close watch over Betty and niece, Ruth Scogin was so attentive to all of Betty’s needs. Betty had a huge heart and was particularly compassionate when it came to animals and birds. Her beloved pet Eddie was always by her side. Betty constantly doted over recent pets, Sophie and Mr. Kitty. Betty’s devotion to Sophie’s need for a daily walk surpassed her own failing health. Betty’s greatest loves were her daughter, Marsha and son, Tommy. She lived for their visits and spoke often of her unfailing love for them and their families. Betty was always eager to talk about her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Betty was a long-time and oldest continuous member of the First Baptist Church in Cleburne. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, John A. James, Jr. and wife Jane; son-in-law, Richard Cottle; brother-in-law, Bill Hallman; special friend, Donald Burton; and former husband, Tom Pernell. Survivors include her son, Thomas Marshall Pernell Jr. and life partner, Rick Van DeRiet; daughter, Marsha Pernell Cottle and special friend, Larry Bowers; sister, Ida Ruth Hallman; grandchildren, Chad Buenger and wife, Mandi, Justin Buenger and wife Lauren, Maggie Sherrif Clausen; great grandchildren, Hannah, Holdyn, Layne and Landyn Buenger; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to give a special thanks to, Julie, Tiffany, Julie, Steve, Janet, and Darla with Girling Hospice and Debra Thomason for their wonderful care. Memorials in her memory may be made to: Meals on Wheels, 106 E. Kilpatrick, Cleburne, TX 76031 or First Baptist Church, 414 N. Main St., Cleburne, TX 76033 or the charity of your choice. Visitation Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Funeral Home 512 North Ridgeway Dr. Cleburne, TX 76033 Monday, February 10, 2014 6-7:30 P.M. Map to Visitation Location Service Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Funeral Home Chapel 512 North Ridgeway Dr. Cleburne, TX 76033 Tuesday, February 11, 2014 11:00 A.M. Map to Service Location Interment Rosehill Cemetery FM 4 and FM 3136 Cleburne , TX 76031 Map to Interment Location Memorial Contributions Meals on Wheels 106 E. Kilpatrick Cleburne, TX 76031 First Baptist Church 414 N. Main Street Cleburne, TX 76033