Cathy Ortrue Hembree's Obituary
Cathy Ortrue Hembree, 65, of McLean, TX, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024 in Shamrock.
Family Directed Memorial services are scheduled for 10 AM on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at One Way Church in McLean with Rev. Thacker Haynes officiating.
Cremation and arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors of McLean.
Cathy was born on November 9, 1958 in Shamrock, TX, to Bill Edward Sr. and Carolyn Sue (Bradley) Estes. She was a lifelong resident of McLean and graduated from McLean High School, class of 1977. Cathy graduated from cosmetology school in 1978 and had been a hairdresser for 46 years. She owned and operated her own shop, the Hair Gallery, in McLean for 35 years. Cathy married Jackie Dale Hembree on January 6, 1979 in McLean. They had one son together, Terrell Hembree.
Cathy loved sports and enjoyed volunteering her time by coaching the little dribblers program in McLean. She also played volleyball and golf. She had even made a hole in one at the McLean Country Club course. Cathy was an avid Dallas Cowboy’s fan. She was her grandchildren’s biggest supporter and never missed a game or activity they were involved in.
She is preceded in death by her father, Bill Edward Estes, Sr.; husband of 30 years, Jackie Dale Hembree;brothers, Eddie and Charles Ray Estes; and sister, Mary Ann Estes.
Cathy is survived by her son, Terrell Hembree and wife Carla of McLean; mother, Carolyn Sue Estes of McLean; three grandchildren, Haylie Hembree, Jaxon Hembree, and Ashley Demots; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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