Dovie Ann McDonald Werlla passed away on November 24, 2015, in Sugar Land, Texas. Born on November 11, 1939 to J.E. and Addie Bell McDonald, she cherished her years growing up on the family farm in LaFeria, Texas. After graduating from Texas A&I University, Dovie began her career as an educator in Rosenberg in 1962. When news of this beautiful new single teacher rang through town, Ross Werlla found a reason to meet, court and marry her. They shared 52 wonderful years together.


Dovie was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents, her in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Werlla, and brother-in-law Richard Diesing. She is survived by her loving husband, Ross Werlla, sister Anita Gay Diesing, brother-in-law and wife Charles and Virginia Werlla, plus numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of good friends.


Dovie retired June 11, 1992 from Lamar CISD. She was a beloved and highly respected Teacher, Reading Coordinator/Instructional Officer and Campus Curriculum Coordinator, as well as being an assistant in the Transportation Department. She had an incredible spirit and her love and concern for others was evident in everything she did. She loved teaching and devoted countless hours focusing on making positive connections with every student she met. Her skills as an educator were shared with Teachers over the state when she was a textbook consultant. Her teaching skills were shared with the outreach to ESL students her church offered in the community.
Dovie was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Rosenberg and enjoyed volunteering to help family, friends, and local non-profit organizations.


The family would like to express deepest appreciation and gratitude for the support of care givers and friends who have been part of Dovie's life. A very special thanks to: Betty McClendon, Shawna Straughan, Yolanda Cruz, Faith Minor, Kendra Schesser, Cheryl Kelley, Rosie Chandler, Anita Lopez, and Mary Jane Rodriguez.


Honored to be Pallbearers: Jimmy Stegemiller, Ronnie Bean, Wayne Moore, Keith Gremillion, Jeff Schumann, and Justin Mikeska. Honorary Pallbearers: Alan Moody's New Horizon Sunday School Class.


Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, November 27, 2015, from 5 to 7 pm at Garmany Carden Funeral Chapel, 1201 Fourth Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, November 28, 2015, at First United Methodist Church, 1127 Third Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471, with Rev. Bob Sinclair officiating. Graveside services will follow at Davis-Greenlawn Cemetery, Rosenberg, TX.


In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to: First United Methodist Church, 1106 Fourth Street,Rosenberg, TX 77471.


Condolence messages may be written for the Werlla family at www.garmanycarden.com.


Services are under the direction of Garmany & Carden Funeral Directors, 1201 Fourth Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471 (281)342-4671.