Margaret Drury Deas Houle, born April 6, 1935, in Jasper, FL, to William and Susie Drury, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Margaret was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. A pillar of strength and guidance to her family, she was always dedicated to "keeping her girls straight" and nurturing their lives with love and care.

Margaret was a woman of strong faith, which was evident in all she did. She was a member of Burnam Christian Church in Jennings, FL. She found peace and joy in God's love and was often found listening to the hymns of the Gaithers and the sermons of Charles Stanley.

Over the years, Margaret enjoyed the adventures of life, whether it was cruising the seas with her beloved husband, Arthur, or riding motorcycles with him. She had a zest for life and a love for seafood and sweets that never waned. With her sharp mind and encouraging spirit, Margaret remained a light and guide for her family until the very end.

Margaret is preceded in death by the father of her children, James Bryant "J.B." Deas, her husband, Arthur Houle, her brother, Arvel Drury and her sister, Judy Drury. Margaret is survived by her four daughters: Denise Depew of Jennings, FL; Connie Moore (Jimmy) of Lakeland, GA; Donna Deas of Valdosta, GA; and Mary Welch (Darwin) of Thomasville, GA. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren: Michael (Christina) Depew, Suzanne Depew, Tim (Erica) King, Daniel (Kim) King, Mary Ellen (Josh) Altman, Nathan Alex (Samantha) Wachob, and Zach Wachob; 10 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, four step grandchildren, and 11 step great-grandchildren, all of whom she cherished deeply.

A funeral service to celebrate the life of Margaret Drury Houle will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Harry T. Reid Funeral Home in Jasper, FL. A visitation will take place just prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. Following the service, interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Jasper, FL.

Margaret will be remembered for her love of family, her faith, and her unwavering spirit. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.