Mary Noriega Spence, 65, of Fort Worth, formerly of Las Cruces, New Mexico, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 1, 2018. She suffered a stroke 4 days prior to her passing and left this world surrounded by her family. Mary was born on April 29, 1953 in Juan Aldama Zacatecas, Mexico. She was the daughter of Marcelino Noriega and Maria Teresa Noriega. She attended Alamogordo High School and went on to be employed as HR Benefits Coordinator and Assistant Director of Safety Training by Chevron Oil in El Paso, Texas. The former Maria Jessica Espinosa Noriega married Jack Spence on June 24th, 1972. A lifelong, and accomplished artist, Mary loved painting with pastels. In her later years Mary resided in Texas and enjoyed spending time with her family, reading, playing cards, listening to music, watching her favorite movies, and making silly videos with her granddaughters.
Mary is survived by her children Jennifer and Christian Juen, Jack and Andrea Spence VII, her granddaughters Kylie and Keira Juen, her siblings Mary Alvear, Conrad and Kumiko Noriega, Christine Durso, former-spouse Jack Spence VI, and many honorary children and grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Marcelino and Maria Teresa.
A memorial service will take place at First Baptist of Azle, in Azle, Texas, on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Lee Sipe eulogizing. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to send flowers or consider a donation to her beloved church, First Baptist Church of Azle, in her memory.
Mary is survived by her children Jennifer and Christian Juen, Jack and Andrea Spence VII, her granddaughters Kylie and Keira Juen, her siblings Mary Alvear, Conrad and Kumiko Noriega, Christine Durso, former-spouse Jack Spence VI, and many honorary children and grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Marcelino and Maria Teresa.
A memorial service will take place at First Baptist of Azle, in Azle, Texas, on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Lee Sipe eulogizing. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to send flowers or consider a donation to her beloved church, First Baptist Church of Azle, in her memory.
Gerald Brantley
In my mind's eye I see Mary Norieiga, Cherry Ferguson, Brian Boles, and Edward Baussan in Mrs. White’s speech class our sophomore year. Beautiful eyes, infectious smile, and inquisitive mind—we will miss Mary. We mourn her passing. I hope she knows.
Gerald Brantley
Sam Gutierrez
I remember Mary in most of my classes at Alamo. She was a truly beautiful person. God Bless You Mary.
Marilyn Martell (Day)
Mary was beautiful all around. Saddened for the Jack and his family. You are in our prayers.
Santiago (Jimmy) Delgado
I remember Mary’s contagious smile and lovely personality. She was a wonderful person and when I would see her you could see the light in her spirit. God Bless you Mary and may the perpetual light shine upon you! Also sending prayers to her family and friends
Susan Edwards (Harbison)
Here is the link to our sweet Mary’s obituary.
https://m.legacy.com/obituaries/alamogordonews/obituary.aspx?n=Mary-Noriega-Spence&pid=190926502&referrer=2191&preview=True
James A. Miyagishima
Below is the message I posted on my Facebook wall.
Sunday, 2 December 2018.
My dear classmate, it is with sadness that I share this post with my FB friends and relatives. May God watch over your family during this very sad time in their lives. Goodbye Mary, and may God watch over you as you journey into heaven. Your former tiger classmate, Jim.ππ½ππ½ππ½ππ½ππΊπΈπΊπΈπΊπΈπΊπΈπΊπΈ
Susan Deese (Deese-Roberts)
Deepest sympathies to Jack and kids and all of us who loved Mary. Mary and I spent much time together at Tiger baseball games. We had lots of fun! How could you not have fun with Mary?!?!?! Rest in peace, dear heart.
Ann Hammond
I was so sorry to hear about Mary. Jack, you and your children are in my thoughts during this difficult time. Fondly, Ann
Michael (Mike) Magda
Here's is Mary's memorial: https://vimeo.com/305849367/e14d738f3f
Jack Spence
RIP, Bebe https://vimeo.com/306063387/852cddfad4