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Wilburn Mott, 75, Funeral Wednesday.

Navy veteran Wilburn Eugene Mott—Pflugerville's first state high-school athletic champion—has died at the age of 75.

Published July 8, 2024 at 10:00am by


Navy Veteran and Pflugerville Athletic Legend Wilburn Eugene Mott Passes Away at 75

Pflugerville, Texas - Wilburn E. Mott, a Navy veteran and athletic champion, passed away on Saturday aged 75. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/cedar-park-tx/wilburn-mott-10192021-10272221

Mott, a 1967 graduate of Pflugerville High, excelled in sports, claiming the gold in shot put at the state level. Post-graduation, he served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam.

"He was proud of his service to his country and loved spending time with family and friends, often reminiscing about his youth in Pflugerville," his obituary reads.

Mott's hobbies included curating an electric train collection and attending Texas high school sports events. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, their children, four granddaughters, siblings, and extended family.

A memorial service will be held at noon on Wednesday at Beck Funeral Home, Cedar Park. https://www.beckfuneralhome.com/

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