The matriarch of a prominent family active in community affairs has passed away.
Rose E. Impey passed away Saturday on her 101st birthday.
Mrs. Impey was the widow of David Impey, who served terms over the years as mayor, county commissioner and municipal judge. The Impeys operated an insurance business for about 40 years.
Mrs. Impey for many years was active in Community Betterment and Arts Council of Houston, which promoted the community through various activities and at one time operated the Stained Glass Theatre on First Street in Houston. She is a founding member of St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Houston and was active in the Friends of the Houston Library.
The Impeys are recipients of the chamber’s “Lifetime Achievement Award.”
Services are 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at Evans Funeral Home, Houston. A visitation begins at 10 a.m.
Rose what an incredible life you lived! I am so fortunate to be your son, Jim’s friend. I remember reading all about you last year on your centurion birthday 🥳! I see you decided to go out in style and celebrate 101 on both earth and heaven. 🙏🏽