Donald Joseph Winters departed on May 8th, 2022 to return to Our Lord in heaven.  He was surrounded by his loving family and friends in his final days and moments.   Donald was born into a large Catholic family to the late Francis Joseph and Ruth Vivian Winters on October 21, 1930.  He was the first child and eldest to 7 brothers and sisters.  He spent his childhood and formative years growing up in the community of Pittsburgh,...

Deborah Ellen Woodyard On Saturday, May 7th, 2022, Deborah Ellen Woodyard of Houston, Texas, a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend left us on earth to be with her Heavenly Father. She was 63. Deborah was born in San Diego, California on August 7th, 1958 to Ellen (Garra) Heid and Frederick Leo Heid. She was their fifth child. Deborah graduated from Helix High School, excelling in drama all four years and earning solid grades. Deborah was smart and an active...

Judy Carol Bartlett August 9, 1954 - May 3, 2022 Judy Carol Thomas was the 5th child born to Mrs. Johnnie Mae & Robert Thomas who preceded her in death and siblings; Robert Thomas Jr, Ann Thomas, Dean Thomas and Gwendolyn Alley. Judy married Robert Lee Bartlett Jr. (deceased) and they were blessed with one son Derrick J Bartlett. She leaves behind a host of relatives and friends that are present today to celebrating the life of "Judy B".  Education: Turner elementary,...

Mary Lou Perret passed away on April 29, 2022 in Houston, Texas. Mary was born on May 19, 1933 in Cottonwood Falls, KS to Dudley John Fisk and Elsie Ruth Fisk. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Dr. Joseph John Perret, daughter Mireille Perret and son-in-law Paul Campbell of Houston, TX, her sister Patricia Ruth “Pat” Murray of Louisberg, KS, and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by in-laws Dr. William Joseph Perret, Joan Perret (New Orleans), Joseph Francis...

Dora Soto Villarreal (Age 73) passed away on April 28th 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones who will strive to honor her memory by living their lives to the fullest. Dora was born in Laredo on September 8th 1948 to parents Victor Soto and Gloria Chavez Soto. She will be dearly missed by all those who knew her. Aside from volunteering and witnessing for the church, she enjoyed crafts, cake decorating and reading. Preceded in death by her Husband; Roberto...

A kind soul and kindred spirit Thomas Graham passed away on April 27, 2022,  after a courageous battle with health issues. He was surrounded by loved ones who gave him comfort in his last moments while he headed to his forever home with Jesus Christ.  Thomas's pride and passion were in his work and his relationship with those around him, and he always only asked for three things: compassion, love, and kindness.  He is now reunited with the loved ones who went home before...

William “Bill” Porcynaluk ,76, of Richmond, Texas died Wednesday April 27th in the way he always hoped to - at home, quickly, and with the love of his life, Pat, by his side. Born on November 29, 1945, in Syracuse, NY to William and Mary (Kendrat) Porcynaluk. Bill spent his early years playing baseball and climbing billboards. In high school Bill met his lifelong best friend Patricia Doran whom he married January 20, 1968. He proudly served in Vietnam from 1968-1969 as a radio...

Paul lived in a number of places beginning with his birth in Lake Charles, Louisiana, where his father worked for Halliburton.  His Dad's family were pioneers in West Texas and many of his cousins still remain in the Amarillo area.  When they would travel from LOUISIANA to visit, Paul (6 or 7 years old) would ask his Dad, "Please don't let Uncle Buster call me a coon-ass."  Halliburton transferred the family to several small towns in between, and they...

Carolyn Joyce (Patterson) McCorkle, of Houston, Texas died Friday, April 22, 2022, after a brief stay in the hospital. Carolyn was born in New Salem, Indiana on May 22, 1940, as the second of five children born to Paul and Nola Patterson.  She graduated from Carthage High School in May of 1958 and married Robert McCorkle on June 7 of the same year.  They were married until his death in 2012.   Moved to Houston with her family in 1982 and was proud to be a Texan but...

Charles passed peacefully from this life late in the night on April 18th after a cardiovascular episode left him unconscious on April 10th. He was surrounded and supported by his loving family during the last days of his life. Charles was born in Houston, TX, and lived in the vicinity for his entire life. He moved to Waller, TX in 1995 with his toddler and wife where he raised four children.  Charles was an amazing musician, a caring father, and an important part of God’s family....