Mary Cude

Mary Katherine Cude, a cherished mother, grandmother and dedicated educator, passed away
peacefully on November 24, 2024 in Rockwall, Texas.

Funeral services are planned for 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at First Baptist Church, 901 La Ventana Dr. Marble Falls.  Burial follow, that afternoon, at 2:30 p.m., December 4, 2024 at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd San Antonio, Texas.

Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at Jenkins Funeral Home, Burnet, Texas.

Born on February 18, 1938, in San Antonio,
Texas, Mary was the beloved only child of John A and Leta Mae Peter’s. She grew up in San
Antonio, graduating from Edison High School in 1956, and pursued higher education at San
Antonio College before graduating from Texas Lutheran College.
Mary devoted over 30 years to teaching, with 20 years spent in Marble Falls ISD. Her passion for
education and commitment to her students left a lasting impact on the community. A longtime
member of the First Baptist Church of Marble Falls, Mary was also actively involved in the
weight loss support group TOPS, where she formed many enduring friendships.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gysgt James Cude, USMC, with whom she shared a
life of love and adventure, following him to various duty stations across the country. Together,
they created a nurturing and Godly home for their children, embodying the virtues of a strong
Christian family.
Mary is survived by her children, James Cude and his wife Linda and Tammi Rogers and her
husband Don. She was a proud grandmother to six grandchildren: Matt and Meghan Rogers,
Corey and Lauren Cude Read, Josh and Emmy Rogers, Caleb and Jessica Cude, Paige Rogers, and
Jake Rogers, and a great-grandmother to DJ, Dash and Louie Rogers.
Mary Katherine Cude will be remembered for her unwavering faith, dedication to her family, and
lifelong commitment to education. Her legacy of love and kindness will continue to inspire all
who knew her.

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