Mary Jo Poston, 83, of Orlando Florida, passed away April 19, 2022. She was born in Houston, Texas, on July 15, 1938. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin and received a Bachelors in Business Administration and was a member of Alpha Delta Pi (Delta Chapter). Her life partner of 18 years was George Frunzi, and they met at Dubsdread Golf Club. Mary Jo had a career as a starter on a golf course for Dubsdread, Disney, Highland Reserve, Orange County National, and Grand Cypress. She was a member of Orange Tree Golf Club and Orange Tree Women's Golf Association and had a passion for golf, tennis, travel, family and friendly conversation.
Mary Jo was an active sportsperson, playing basketball and softball as a youth and becoming a member of the Texas Lassos team in college before shifting her love of sport to tennis and golf later in life. She enjoyed playing games and appeared on multiple TV game shows, including winning a convertible ‘67 Pontiac Firebird. Mary Jo had a keen eye for bargain hunting and was a master at finding deals when surfing the internet. As a world traveller, she enjoyed experiencing new cultures and activities across many continents. Her infectious smile, friendly demeanour, and positive attitude will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
She was survived by
* Her children: Rachel Susan (Poston) Harrison, Regan Scott Poston, Robert Seeling Poston, Jr., and Robin Suzanne Poston
* Her grandchildren: Will Denton Poston, Emelie Grace Poston, Rebecca Sophie Harrison, and Danielle Jessica Harrison
* Her brothers: John Robert Maddox, William (Bill) Duke Maddox, and Charles Richard Maddox
A Celebration of Live service will be held at Orange Tree Golf Club on April 24, 2022 at 1-3pm. If attending, feel free to dress in casual attire. In lieu of flowers, please make charitable donations in memory of Mary Jo Poston to Women Playing for T.I.M.E.®, supported by Orange Tree Women’s Golf Association. Address: Orlando Health Foundation, 3160 Southgate Commerce Blvd., Suite 50, Orlando, FL 32806, website: https://womenplayingfortime.org/
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