Margaret Cowley
Margaret Campbell Cowley, a beloved matriarch, was born on Nov. 15, 1931 in Canyon, Texas, to Sherman Campbell and Norene Gray Campbell. Her life was a tapestry of love, family, cherished moments and a strong sense of community.
Margaret’s journey began in the picturesque town of Hugo, Okla., where she received her education and most importantly, encountered the love of her life, Mack Cowley. Their beautiful love story culminated in a joyous union on Sept. 2, 1950 in DeQueen, Ark., and together, they nurtured a family of four children.
In the late 1950s, Margaret and Mack embarked on a new chapter, moving to Dallas, Texas, where she worked for many years at Nortel before finding their well-deserved retirement in Anna, Texas.
Margaret was not only a dedicated wife and mother but also a cherished member of the Kings Trail Cowboy Church in Whitewright, Texas. Her faith and involvement in the church community were a cornerstone of her life, providing her with a sense of purpose and connection.
Margaret, affectionately known as “Memaw” by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her, had a zest for life. She was known for her passion for shopping, treasurehunting in thrift stores, and the occasional visit to the casino. Her warm and welcoming personality endeared her to everyone she met, and she never knew a stranger. Her great spark of humor added a contagious brightness to any room she entered, and her spontaneous bursts of twist-style dancing brought joy to those lucky enough to witness it.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Mack Cowley, and her parents, Sherman and Norene Campbell. In addition, Margaret is reunited with her two brothers and five sisters in the great host of Heaven’s witnesses.
Margaret is survived by her devoted family, including her son, Johnny Cowley of Anna, Texas, and her grandsons: Jeffrey and Jason Cowley; her daughter, Yvonne Stovall and her husband, Rodney of Mineola, Texas; cherishing her memory alongside their grandson, Ronald Boling, and granddaughter, Holly Spindle; daughter, Teresa Morott and her husband, Mickey of Princeton, Texas; celebrating her legacy with their grandsons: Jamie and Ryan Morott; daughter, Kristi Pyatt and her husband, Curtis of Midlothian, Texas; keeping her spirit alive with granddaughters: Megan Hardage and Alysha Flowers. Margaret’s legacy continues through her 20 greatgrandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. She leaves behind her lifelong friend and sister-in-law, Mary Walker, and a host of nieces and nephews who will forever hold “Memaw” in their hearts.
Margaret Cowley’s life was a testament to the enduring power of love, family, faith and the joy of embracing life’s simple pleasures. Her warm and welcoming spirit, humor and spontaneous dance moves will be remembered and cherished by all who were fortunate enough to know “Memaw.” She has left an indelible mark on the hearts of her loved ones, and her memory will forever shine brightly in the tapestry of their lives.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, 2023 at the Prater Lampton Mills & Coffey Chapel. The family will gather and receive friends for visitation at 1 p.m. Procession and committal service will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Hugo.
Services are under the direction of Prater-Lampton-Mills & Coffey Funeral Home.
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