Eugene Blair "Mack" McGill, 81, of Bay City died November 27, 2005 at the Matagorda House surrounded by all his family in his final week. He was born December 22, 1923 in Spring, TX to the late Willie B. and James Nannie Collins McGill. Mack was a resident of Bay City since 1968, a member of the Methodist Church, and a member of the Masonic AF & AM Lodge # 40 in Victoria, TX.
He retired from the Union Pacific Railroad after 42 years of service. Mack's enthusiasm for life was obvious and he enjoyed good food, music, dancing, gardening, barbeque, and especially deer hunting, which he did for many years, and was a lifelong member of the National Rifle Association. For the last two years, Mack endured declining health, refusing to submit, choosing rather to focus on his family, friends, and life. His unfailing humor and spirt will be remembered by all those fortunate to know him. The family wishes to thank everyone who participated in Mack's care. It has been a large number of people, and you've all been wonderful. Daddy grew fond of so many of you. Please remember Daddy with a smile, and know that he is in a better place, telling stories and planning jokes, and celebrating his new life.
Survivors include: daughter & son-in-law: Charla & Jim McMichael of Friendswood, TX; son: Mark McGill of Angleton; 1 grandson: Andy McMichael, who was the light of his life; his sweetheart: Margaret Meador of Bay City, with whom he had so many good times and great memories and the Meador children and grandchildren, whom he lived for the days he could spend time with them. He also is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and was blessed to have many lifelong good friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Bettie McGill; and all five brothers and sisters.
Funeral Service will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2005 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Rev. John-Nelson Pope officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City (979) 245-4613.