Mary Ruth Gau

Mary Gau, 91, of High Island, Texas, was called home on Tuesday, November 3, 2020.

She was born in Galveston, Texas, on February 27, 1929, to the late Noah and Audria Coleman Payton.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 75 years, Elmer Gau; son, George ‘Buddy’ Gau; two sisters, Dorine Wallace and Lillian Ferguson; four brothers, Junior Payton, C.A. ‘Charlie Pop’ Payton, Eddie ‘Poochoo’ Payton, and Jack Payton.

She was a GOD fearing woman and a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, canning and taking care of others.

Mary is survived by one sister, Erin ‘Curley’ Pinckney of Humble, Texas; son, James Gau and wife, Martha, of High Island Texas; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two great- great-grandchildren and countless family and friends.

A graveside service for Mrs. Gau will be at 1:00 p.m., Monday, November 9, 2020, at High Island Cemetery, High Island, with George Gau officiating, under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6055 South Loop East, Houston, Texas 77087.

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