Marjorie Ryman Hough, 94, passed away on February 15, 2023 at her home in League City, Texas. She was born on July 23, 1928 in Bay City, Texas to Blanche and Fred Ryman.
She was fourth of five children. Her siblings were Marcella, Cleatis, Freddy, and Roger, who all preceded her in death. In her younger days, her best friend was her cousin, Merle. They were continually getting into trouble, as young children do. At age 3, the two of them found a gallon of creosote and decided to paint her daddy's new car with it! Another time, they decided to camp under the house and made a fire to cook their dinner! Marjorie apparently was getting in trouble a lot. One day her cousin asked her why she was running so fast around the back of the house, and she said, "I'm running away from that red hot Mama!"
Marjorie's family grew up in the country on a farm right next door to her Aunt Irma and Uncle Jesse. They regularly attended church. Marjorie once earned an award pin for perfect attendance. She also won a New Testament Bible at a Methodist Revival for reading more chapters than anyone else. Marjorie made sure that her children went to church every Sunday morning, every Sunday night, Wednesday night, and 2 Summer Vacation Bible Schools.
At 10 years old, during the depression, Marjorie picked cotton all day on the cotton field with a sack in order to make some extra money.
She was salutatorian of her high school class and attended San Marcos State Teacher's College and Howard Payne University in Brownwood, Texas.
She was working as an Elementary School teacher in Seminole, Texas when she met the love of her life, Bob Hough. They were married on August 5, 1950 and had two daughters, Cathy, and Brenda, and then 15 years later, had their son, Jonathan.
For several years, Marjorie was an Elementary School teacher. She and dad had very busy schedules, but they took time to have weekly outings such as miniature golf, bowling, or going to an Astros game. In the summertime, she would sew dresses for Cathy ad Brenda for the next school season. She would also plan family vacations each year to Wimberly, Texas, New Mexico, or Colorado.
Her daughter, Brenda, remembers sayings that her mom said to her which come back everyday:
"That's my lazy man's load."
"Be ye nice!"
"It's almost as good to close your eyes and rest as it is to sleep."
Marjorie was always involved with WMU where the women often had luncheons and programs. Her family remembers wanting to eat the desserts she was taking to WMU. They still make some of her WMU recipes during Christmas time.
Years later, she decided to open a collectible store with her friend Bernice Collins. They were successful for many years.
Bob, her husband, passed away in 1991. Marjorie sold her house in Houston and bought a house in League City in the same neighborhood as her daughter Cathy. She also decided to open a store, "Lady by the Sea" in Kemah, next to her daughter's store. It was very successful, especially with the Beanie Baby craze. She actually paid cash for her car and her house with those Beanie Babies. Because her store was doing better than Cathy's store, she asked her mother what her secret was. Marjorie replied that she always gave her tithe to the Lord and He blessed her. (Malachi 3:10) "God said to bring all the tithes to the storehouse so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this way. See if I will not open the floodgates of Heaven and pour out a blessing for you without measure."
In later years, Marjorie's brothers and sisters made a point to meet and play dominos. During these games, they planned family reunions in order to keep our large family in touch.
Marjorie was a patriot and loved our country. She often wrote elegant letters to our Senators reminding them of God and Country.
After moving to Houston, Marjorie became a member of Nassau Bay Baptist Church. At age 70, she decided to close her store and devote herself to the Lord. She helped with: The Good News Club - an after-school program teaching children about Christ, The Awanas Club - Wednesday night church program for children, Floral and decorating program for Church events, and Operation Christmas Child (A Samaritan's Purse Project).
In closing, Marjorie Hough loved the Lord with all her heart. Psalm 91: 14-16 summarizes how the Lord took care of her:
"Because he is lovingly devoted to Me,
I will deliver him;
I will protect him because he knows my name.
When he calls out to Me,
I will answer him;
I will be with him in trouble,
I will rescue him and give him honor,
I will satisfy him with a long life and show him my Salvation."
Marjorie is survived by her two daughters, Cathy Stumpf and Brenda Glass; her son, Jonathan Hough; grandchildren, Lindsye, Greg, Natalie, and Brittany; and two great-grandchildren, Parker and Charley.
Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at the Nassau Bay Baptist Church (18131 Nassau Bay Dr, Houston, TX 77058). Visitation starts at 10:30 AM and the funeral at 11:30 AM. A reception will follow.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the KIDS CAMP SCHOLARSHIP
Make check to: Nassau Bay Baptist Church (18131 Nassau Bay Drive, Houston, Texas, 77058)
Nassau Bay Baptist Church
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Marjorie Ryman Hough, 94, passed away on February 15, 2023 at her home in League City, Texas. She was born on July 23, 1928 in Bay City, Texas to Blanche and Fred Ryman.
She was fourth of five children. Her siblings were Marcella, Cleatis, Freddy, and Roger, who all preceded her in death. In her younger days, her best friend was her cousin, Merle. They were continually getting into trouble, as young children do. At age 3, the two of them found a gallon of creosote and decided to paint her daddy's new car with it! Another time, they decided to camp under the house and made a fire to cook their dinner! Marjorie apparently was getting in trouble a lot. One day her cousin asked her why she was running so fast around the back of the house, and she said, "I'm running away from that red hot Mama!"
Marjorie's family grew up in the country on a farm right next door to her Aunt Irma and Uncle Jesse. They regularly attended church. Marjorie once earned an award pin for perfect attendance. She also won a New Testament Bible at a Methodist Revival for reading more chapters than anyone else. Marjorie made sure that her children went to church every Sunday morning, every Sunday night, Wednesday night, and 2 Summer Vacation Bible Schools.
At 10 years old, during the depression, Marjorie picked cotton all day on the cotton field with a sack in order to make some extra money.
She was salutatorian of her high school class and attended San Marcos State Teacher's College and Howard Payne University in Brownwood, Texas.
She was working as an Elementary School teacher in Seminole, Texas when she met the love of her life, Bob Hough. They were married on August 5, 1950 and had two daughters, Cathy, and Brenda, and then 15 years later, had their son, Jonathan.
For several years, Marjorie was an Elementary School teacher. She and dad had very busy schedules, but they took time to have weekly outings such as miniature golf, bowling, or going to an Astros game. In the summertime, she would sew dresses for Cathy ad Brenda for the next school season. She would also plan family vacations each year to Wimberly, Texas, New Mexico, or Colorado.
Her daughter, Brenda, remembers sayings that her mom said to her which come back everyday:
"That's my lazy man's load."
"Be ye nice!"
"It's almost as good to close your eyes and rest as it is to sleep."
Marjorie was always involved with WMU where the women often had luncheons and programs. Her family remembers wanting to eat the desserts she was taking to WMU. They still make some of her WMU recipes during Christmas time.
Years later, she decided to open a collectible store with her friend Bernice Collins. They were successful for many years.
Bob, her husband, passed away in 1991. Marjorie sold her house in Houston and bought a house in League City in the same neighborhood as her daughter Cathy. She also decided to open a store, "Lady by the Sea" in Kemah, next to her daughter's store. It was very successful, especially with the Beanie Baby craze. She actually paid cash for her car and her house with those Beanie Babies. Because her store was doing better than Cathy's store, she asked her mother what her secret was. Marjorie replied that she always gave her tithe to the Lord and He blessed her. (Malachi 3:10) "God said to bring all the tithes to the storehouse so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this way. See if I will not open the floodgates of Heaven and pour out a blessing for you without measure."
In later years, Marjorie's brothers and sisters made a point to meet and play dominos. During these games, they planned family reunions in order to keep our large family in touch.
Marjorie was a patriot and loved our country. She often wrote elegant letters to our Senators reminding them of God and Country.
After moving to Houston, Marjorie became a member of Nassau Bay Baptist Church. At age 70, she decided to close her store and devote herself to the Lord. She helped with: The Good News Club - an after-school program teaching children about Christ, The Awanas Club - Wednesday night church program for children, Floral and decorating program for Church events, and Operation Christmas Child (A Samaritan's Purse Project).
In closing, Marjorie Hough loved the Lord with all her heart. Psalm 91: 14-16 summarizes how the Lord took care of her:
"Because he is lovingly devoted to Me,
I will deliver him;
I will protect him because he knows my name.
When he calls out to Me,
I will answer him;
I will be with him in trouble,
I will rescue him and give him honor,
I will satisfy him with a long life and show him my Salvation."
Marjorie is survived by her two daughters, Cathy Stumpf and Brenda Glass; her son, Jonathan Hough; grandchildren, Lindsye, Greg, Natalie, and Brittany; and two great-grandchildren, Parker and Charley.
Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at the Nassau Bay Baptist Church (18131 Nassau Bay Dr, Houston, TX 77058). Visitation starts at 10:30 AM and the funeral at 11:30 AM. A reception will follow.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the KIDS CAMP SCHOLARSHIP
Make check to: Nassau Bay Baptist Church (18131 Nassau Bay Drive, Houston, Texas, 77058)
Just realized she passed away on Fred (Jr) birthday. Yes, I remember she made us read Bible before bed each night, when I stayed with her during the summer. RIP Aunt Margie! Tell Daddy & all hello. Hugs to Brenda, Cathy & Jonathan. —— A generation gone. They were all great good Christian people and are all together at last.
I met Marjorie in the Pathway Class at Nassau Bay church. She was a sweet sweet Christian example. I taught the class but learned so much from her. I have fond memories filling shoe boxes to send at Christmas. God bless her families.
I worked with Marjorie on the Decorating Committee at Nassau Bay Baptist Church. She was fun, creative, and a precious lady. When we were no longer on the committee, we would meet for lunch several times with our other sweet member, Mary Meeh. Marjorie always had a smile on her face. I’m happy that she is with Jesus!
Debra and I have very fond memories of Aunt Marge, she was one of the sweetest most kind people that I have known, always had a positive attitude, always smiling ,always with the pleasant word, we will miss her, all of our love to her family
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