Martha Pauline Ladd passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 18, 2019. Mrs. Ladd was a longtime resident of Bellaire, Texas. She was born on July 1, 1935 to Paul and Ruth Hagen in Sioux Falls, SD and is preceded in death by her husband of 25 years George David Ladd Jr and their son George David Ladd lll.
Pauline, or "Nana" as she was affectionately called, was a devoted Christian, stay at home mother and grandmother and gave of herself unselfishly. She had a sweet and kind manner, and she never had an unkind word to say about anyone. Pauline had a passion for life.
Pauline was active in Bellaire Life, Bellaire Rockettes and two AARP groups. She planned many events and trips over the years for AARP. Pauline was also a member of a Houston Area Doll Club and took much delight in her own collection.
Pauline is survived by a daughter Linda Branch, daughter Diane Yarborough and husband Bill, son Paul Ladd and wife Carrie and her beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren Brad and wife Patty, Chris and wife Shasta, Lara and husband Tommy, Michelle, Alan, Jason and wife Shannon, Jennifer and husband Mike, John and wife Mercedis, Georgeanna, Journi, Brooke, Paige, Michelle, Mike, Jack, Elizabeth and Paxton. She is also leaves behind a brother in law in Wimberley, TX Doug Ladd and his wife Mickie and nieces and nephews Chris and Tammy Congos, Clint and Cathy Ladd and Drew and Caitlyn.
A graveside service for family only will be held at 10:00 on Friday, May 24, 2019 at Memorial Oaks Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Make A Wish Foundation which was Pauline's favorite charity.
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Memorial Oaks Cemetery 13001 Katy Fwy. Houston, TX