Margaret Anne Morford

Maggy Morford, age 94, left this world on October 11, 2015 to join family and friends in her Eternal dwelling with her Lord and Savior. Maggy lived an interesting and eventful life that started with her birth. Her father was working in the Copper Mines in Nacozari, Mexico and her mother went to Bisbee, Arizona for a few days prior to Maggy's birth on December 30, 1920, so that she would be born in the United States. She grew up in California and graduated from Fresno State College. Maggy moved to Los Angeles where she spent three years working for Warner Brothers as an Executive Assistant and Dialogue Director. She had plenty of exciting stories to share of her days working with Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall. Maggy left Hollywood to marry the love of her life, Robert Morford in 1945 and spent the ensuing years until his death in 1992 by his side as his work took them to Oklahoma, Abilene, Kansas City, Memphis and back to Abilene in 1961. Maggy lived life to the fullest! She traveled extensively and eloquently shared stories of her travels. She was an avid reader and instilled the love of reading in her sons. Maggy had an active social life and was always ready to attend a party, social event, church event or host one. If it was happening-Maggy was there! Her sons often joked that she led a more active social life than they did. She was a very talented artist, and her paintings are treasured by her family. Maggy enjoyed living at Wesley Court, rekindling old friendships and making new ones. An independent woman, she would load her walker on to her Golf Cart and head to the dining room. We asked her not to speed but she made no promises. Always looking for a new challenge-at 94 she took up Bridge and was taking lessons. Her life is truly an inspiration to her family and it was always fun to find out what she was up to next. Maggy lived a life of service and leadership to the Abilene Community that she loved dearly. Maggy was described as the consummate volunteer and philanthropist. She was an active, hands-on, get the job done person who sought neither recognition or praise. She did so with grace, caring, empathy and willingness to help those in need. St John's Episcopal School had a special place in Maggy's heart. She generously gave in spirit, wisdom, and resources. The endowment she established through the Community Foundation has enabled hundreds of students to receive and excellent education. Some of the nonprofit boards Maggy has served on include: St. John's Episcopal School, Just People Inc, Grace Museum, Sears Methodist Retirement Center, City Parks Advisory, Library Advisory and the Community Foundations of Abilene. She was a founding member of Los Aficionados, a support group for the Grace Museum. In 2008, the Grace Museum honored Maggy at their Fall Benefit fundraiser. She was honored by AAUW for Women of Outstanding Achievement, Power and Courage on August 13, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert(Bob)Morford; her son, Robert Morford; Daughter-in-law, Suzanne Morford; and grandson, Travis Morford. Survivors include children, Mike Morford (Penny); Pete Morford (Danni); and David Morford. Grandchildren, Eric; Caleb (Ashley); B.J.; Samuel and 1 Great Grandson, Edgar, 2 Step Grandchildren, Mariah and Seth Parkey (Allison) and 5 Step Great Grandchildren, Maddison, Carson, Olivia, Georgia and Benjamin. Funeral services will be held 10:30 A.M. Monday, October 19 at the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest, 602 Meander, Abilene, TX, followed by a reception in the Parish Hall. (Fellowship hall) In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. John’s Episcopal School, 1600 Sherman, Abilene, TX 79605; The Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest Building Fund, 602 Meander, Abilene TX 79602; Grace Museum, 102 Cypress, Abilene, TX 79601 or Community Foundation, 500 Chestnut St., Abilene, TX 79602. Maggy was a gracious, intelligent and caring woman who loved her family, friends and the Abilene Community. She will be greatly missed. Online condolences may be made at www.hamilfamilyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road, Abilene.