Martha L. Mattox, age 86, passed away on Jan. 31, 2011 at Saint David’s Hospital in Austin.
She was born in Liberal, Kansas to the late Samuel and Marie (Ward) LaRue. She married Albert (Dick) Mattox, and the two lived most of their married life in Houston, and later in Austin until his death in 1987.
Martha’s career spanned more than 60 years as an executive secretary to Jack Johnson, beginning with Anderson, Clayton & Co. in 1948. Not one to retire, she continued her work for Jack and Burdine Johnson and family until 2008 at the age of 84.
She was always known for her sharp mind, strong work ethic, dedication and unending devotion to the Johnson family, her mother Marie and friends. An impeccable dresser and avid reader, one would always find her at her office desk reading The Wall Street Journal with a Diet Coke in hand.
Martha leaves behind numerous loved ones including the Johnson children, Bill Johnson, Lucy Johnson Hadac, Burdine Clayton Johnson; Johnson grandchildren and friends. Words cannot begin to describe the appreciation felt towards Martha’s caregivers, Betty, Cindi, Helen, and Rachel as well as the nurses, aides, physical therapists and staff on the third floor at The Plaza at Querencia.
Also, the time and care given by Dr. Rawlison, Dr. Singh and John Neff were invaluable.
Graveside services, handled through Harrell Funeral Home, were held on Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011 at 2 p.m. at the Kyle Cemetery on Old Stagecoach Road near Kyle. A gathering in her honor followed.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Therapy Pet Pals of Texas, Inc., 3930 Bee Cave Road, Suite C, Austin, TX 78746 or The James Dick Foundation for the Performing Arts, P. O. Box 89, Round Top, TX 78954.
