Mary Lydia Harbordt's Obituary
Mary Lydia Shumard Harbordt passed away peacefully Saturday morning, February 3, 2007 in Longview. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 9, 2007 at Rosewood Park Cemetery under the direction of Rader Funeral Home of Longview, with Pastor Jeff Roadcap officiating.
Mrs. Harbordt was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Charles Harbordt and her brother, Malnor A. Shumard 111. She is survived by her son Charles Harbordt and his wife Jackie Ward Harbordt of Lufkin, Texas and daughter, Roberta A. Harbordt Goodrich and her husband, William G. Goodrich of Longview, Texas; grandchildren, Katherine Studer and husband James, Julie Whitworth, Michael Yarborough, Heather Murphy and husband James; six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; and sister, Roberta S. Shumard.
Mrs. Harbordt was born APril 16, 1918 in Boerne, Texas to parents Malnor and Roberta S. Shumard. She enjoyed horseback riding on their Hill Country ranch and painted lovely Bluebonnet landscapes in later years. She married Charles Harbordt on July 27, 1940. After service in WWII, Mr. Harbordt returned to Exxon Mobil and retired after 42 years.
Mr. and Mrs. Harbordt lived most of their married life in East Texas where they raised their two children. A family pet dog was always close by for companionship and comfort. Mrs. Harbordt's hobbies included playing bridge, fishing for the big bass, travel and oil painting. She was an active member of the Episcopal Church, DAR, and the National Society of Colonial Dames of America.
The family of Mrs. Harbordt wishes to thank special caregivers: Alicia "Lesa", Constance, Brneda, Gladys, Jackie and Demeatrice who wholeheartedly gave their love and provided daily comfort. The kindness and care guven by Lifecare Hospice of Longview in recent months will always be remembered.
The family request donations given in lieu of flowers be made to Lifecare Hospice of Longview, The Alzheimer's Foundation or Hiway 80 Rescue Mission, Longview.
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