Ida Blue

Ida Dmetries Blue was called home Sunday, July 21, 2019 at the age of 85. She passed away peacefully at her home in Corsicana, with her family by her side. She was loved by many and her last days were spent surrounded by family and friends. Ida was born on November 27, 1933 to Fred and Theries Carnell. She grew up in Corsicana and married the love of her life, M.H. Blue Jr, on November 13, 1948. The two remained in Corsicana where they raised their three children, Wesley, Randy, and Pam. Ida found joy in children; she loved spending each day with her own and watched other children in her home as well. She also enjoyed her seasonal job at Collin Street Bakery. She worked at the bakery for over 30 years and often shared fond memories of her time spent there. In her free time, she was a talented quilter and made many beautiful quilts for her loved ones. After their children were grown, Ida and M.H. moved to a house with land. They enjoyed the country life and spent much of their time together outside. The two could often be found sitting together on the front porch watching the birds and squirrels. If not relaxing in the swing together, Ida was helping her best friend with any job that needed to be completed whether it was painting fence or mowing the yard. Ida and M.H. were married 70 years and the love they shared was undeniable. Ida was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. She was very proud of her family and any chance to spend time with them was important to her. She was known as "Maw-Maw" to the many grandchildren that cherished her. Having her grandchildren visit always brought her such happiness, and the memories they have of her will never be forgotten. She was known for her sassy, yet sweet and funny personality. She was always giving compliments and knew just how to make everyone around her feel special. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her. Ida was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Theries Carnell; two sisters, Irma Lou Armstrong and Marquita Lawless; baby brother Leslie Carnell; and great granddaughter Tory Cantu. She is survived by her husband M.H. Blue Jr; children, Wesley Blue and fiancé Sherry, Randy Blue and wife Janette, Pam Travis and husband Leo; 8 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, and many other family and friends that adored her. Graveside service will be at Oakwood Cemetery on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at 10:00am.

Ida Blue

November 27, 1933 - July 21, 2019