Mildred Carol Guinn

Mildred Carol Guinn, born on July 6, 1944, in the small town of Votaw, Texas, left this world on December 1, 2024, leaving behind a legacy woven deeply into the hearts of those who knew her. Her warmth, spirit, and love for life were evident in every aspect of her being.

Mildred cherished her family above all else. She was a loving sister to her brothers, Chester D. Tanton and his wife Dedria, David Lynn Tanton, Robert Henley, and Billy Joe Tanton, as well as her sister, Minnie Pearl Hoke. The bonds she created with her loved ones were filled with laughter and connection, and she delighted in spending time with them, always the heart of family gatherings.

In the tranquility of her cherished hobbies, Mildred found joy in simplicity. She adored fishing, often recounting tales of her adventures that brought smiles and laughter to her family. Her front porch was her sanctuary, a place where she would sit and watch life unfold around her, taking in the beauty of nature and the world. Mildred had a green thumb, and her passion for taking care of her yard reflected her nurturing spirit—always blossoming, just like her heart.

Mildred's life was filled with moments that sparkled with joy, yet she was also shaped by the love of those who have gone before her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter Lloyd Tanton and Mildred Pearl Mahon, as well as Lloyd A. Tanton, Dennis Ray Tanton, and Barbara Ann Robertson. The love she carried for them was a guiding light in her life, and their memories continued to enrich her existence.

As we celebrate the life of Mildred Carol Guinn, we remember not only the memories we shared but the enduring impact she made on each of our lives. In every smile, she inspired and in every moment spent among family, her legacy will resonate forever. She will be profoundly missed, yet her spirit lives on in the hearts of her surviving family and friends, who carry forward the love she shared so freely.