Myrtice Macomber passed away peacefully on October 8, 2023, at the age of 99 in Lampasas, Texas, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born December 8, 1923 in Jarrell, Texas, Williamson County.
Myrtice will be dearly missed by her son Walt Birchfield and his wife, Joanne. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Walter L. Birchfield and wife Lisa, Gregory Birchfield and wife Angie, Amy Shannon Birchfield, Vincent Birchfield, Michael Birchfield and Dennis Birchfield. Myrtice was also blessed with 17 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
Myrtice was preceded in death by her father, Willie B. Denham and her mother Eunice Harrison Denham, as well as her husbands, James Birchfield and Frank Macomber.
Myrtice attended Jarrell Primary School and finished her education at Georgetown High School. After school, she went to work at a cleaners in Austin and later moved to California where she worked at Leaver Brothers soap factory. Myrtice retired from there and then dedicated herself to caring for her beloved mother who lived to the remarkable age of 100.
In her leisure time, Myrtice found joy in various hobbies. She loved baking, was a skilled seamstress, avid gardener and talented quilter. These activities brought her immense satisfaction and allowed her to express her creativity.
Myrtice found solace and comfort as a member at St. John’s United Methodist Church in Georgetown and also with the United Methodist Church in Lometa. These places of worship provided her with spiritual guidance and support throughout her life.
In memory of Myrtice Ruth Macomber, her loved ones will gather to celebrate her life and legacy on Friday, October 20, from 5-7 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home in Lampasas and on Saturday, October 21, at St. John’s Methodist Church in Georgetown. The visitation there is at 1 p.m. with a service at 2 p.m. and a reception to follow.
Myrtice’s warm presence and cherished memories will forever remain in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her.
Arrangements are under the care of Heritage Funeral Home in Lampasas.