William "Bill" Raymond Magee

William Raymond "Bill" Magee, 79, of League City, Texas, passed away on October 5, 2025, at Clear Lake Regional Heart Hospital.

Born in Robstown, Texas, on August 17, 1946, to Phil Magee Jr. and Mary Margaret (Raymond) Magee. Bill led a life marked by service, dedication, and love for his family and community.

 

He earned his bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, and History from Southwestern University, where he was a proud member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity. He later completed his MBA in Marketing and Finance at the University of Texas at Austin.

 

Bill served in the United States Army from 1969 to 1973, achieving the rank of First Lieutenant. After his military service, he built a long and successful career in the chemical industry, working with Schering Berlin Polymers, Shell, and retiring from Kraton Polymers after 25 years. In retirement, he continued to give back to his community by assisting with tax preparation at Jackson Hewitt and spending cherished time with his family.

 

In January 1991, Bill married the love of his life, Mary Ann, in Lakeland, Florida. Together, they built a life full of adventure and love, residing in Alpharetta, Georgia; Clear Lake, Texas; and finally settling in League City, Texas.

 

Bill was deeply committed to the Alcoholics Anonymous community, where he found strength and purpose in helping others on their journey to recovery. His presence, mentorship, and compassion left a lasting impact on many lives.

 

He was preceded in death by his father, Phil Magee Jr.; mother, Mary Margaret Magee Mayfield; stepfather, Greydon Mayfield; brother, Phill Magee III; sister, Margaret Ann Bird; and granddaughter, Gracie.

 

Bill is survived by his devoted wife, Mary Ann Magee; his children, William A.R. Magee, Tyler Magee, Samantha Magee, and Mikayla Magee, Nicole Geer, Kristen Tomlin and David Cook; His beloved grandchildren, Logan Tomlin, Conner Tomlin, Brady Tomlin, Jacey and Remington. 

 

A celebration of Bill’s life will be held on Sunday October 12, 2025 from 1pm-2:30pm at the Bay Area Club 2111 Webster St. League City, Texas 77573.