Eddie Rebecca (Becky) Maxey Shelton passed away on November 6, 2010. She is survived by her sisters Mariann Hadden of San Antonio, Eva Gayle Gibbs, husband George of Austin, brother Edward Maxey of San Antonio; son Grant Shelton , wife Laura and granddaughters Ashley and Mackenzie of Austin; daughter Natalie Shelton Seymour husband Darren, grandson Jace, and granddaughter Jenna of Mont Belvieu, TX.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ed and Anamary Maxey of Austin.
Becky was born on February 11, 1942 in Austin, TX. She attended Austin Public Schools graduating from S.F. Austin H.S. where she played clarinet in the band. While in high school she served as a Camp Counselor at Camp Texlake where she created some of the happiest memories of her life. She attended the University of Texas from 1960-1964 and received a BA in Education. While attending UT she served in many campus organizations such as Student Govt, Campus Spirit and was a UT Varsity Cheerleader from 1960-62. She was also an active member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. Becky was recently acknowledged after the passing of Mrs. Mary Lou Matlock, a former advisor and mentor during her years at UT.
In 1977-78 Becky returned to the University of Texas and earned a MA in Mathematics.
After graduating from UT Becky taught at various public schools in both Austin and Houston when she moved into Eanes ISD where she joined the staff at Hill Country Middle School and eventually Westlake High School, first as a math teacher, then as Chairman of the Math Department while also serving as Cheerleader Sponsor. In 1990 she left teaching to become an Administrator in the Leander ISD where she was Director of Student Assessment/Research. She retired from education in 2006.
Throughout the years, her greatest loves were her children. She saw that they participated in all imaginable activities while they were growing up, and she gave them her total attention. When her grandchildren came along, her life was full indeed. “Grams” was always ready to go to their games and shows, to tutor them, and to show love to them. Her expertly handcrafted gifts were created with loving care and will be treasured memories for them.
She went to many UT sporting events, including football, basketball and baseball. For years, she accompanied her elderly parents to many of the UT games, when they were unable to get there by themselves. She was an accidental caregiver, so to speak.
In her golden years, Becky was tenderly cared for by her children. She lived independently, in her own home, with the help of her family, neighbors, friends and caregiver, Monique Redfield. Even though her body had many challenges to overcome, she was very grateful for the care given her by those she loved the most. Her quality of life was impressive.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 10th at Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, North Lamar. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 11, 2010 in the Weed-Corley-Fish Chapel.
Memorials may be made to The Girl Scouts at Camp Texlake - www.gsctx.org.
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