Mary Ellen Best Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Mary Ellen Best (Rockdale, Texas), born in Pipestone, Minnesota, whose life came to an end on October 23, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Though Mary Ellen has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Rose and Floyd; and her siblings, Grace Dick and John Eichhorn. She is survived by: her husband James Best; and her caregiver James. She is also survived by three children and their spouses, seven grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 28th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home (1041 US-79, Rockdale, TX 76567-4513). A rosary will be held on Tuesday, October 28th 2025 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the same location. A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, October 29th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Holy Family Catholic Church (1027 FM 696, Lexington, TX 78947).
In memory of Mary's generous spirit, donations are encouraged to the National PKU Alliance (npkua.org), a cause close to her heart.
