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Miguel Ángel Gonzalez Jr.

Miguel Ángel Gonzalez Jr.

Mar 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Miguel Ángel Gonzalez Jr. (MickeyBoy)

How can a mother say goodbye to her son, the son she prayed for? My baby boy, Mickey, was born on January 8, 2007, at 4:45 in the morning, after a difficult 36 weeks filled with heartache and pain. The doctors did everything they could to help me keep you, and I...

Thomas Patrick McGrann

Thomas Patrick McGrann

Feb 26, 2025

In Loving Memory of Thomas Patrick McGrann

Thomas Patrick McGrann peacefully passed away on February 26, 2025, in Houston, Texas. Born on March 15, 1941, in Watertown, South Dakota, Tom lived a life full of achievement, love, and cherished moments.

Tom's early years in South Dakota were marked by his passion for basketball and the outdoors. He attended Watertown High School, where...

Bradley Joel Williamson

Bradley Joel Williamson

Feb 26, 2025

Bradley (Brad) Joel Williamson of Coldspring, Texas went to be with his lord on February 26, 2025 after a long illness. Brad was born in Conroe, Texas on May 6, 1955 to Eugene Clinton Williamson and Ruth Irene Ray Williamson.

Brad graduated from Pasadena High School and then spent four years serving in the United States Marine Corps. He had many...

Irene Pauline Parkman

Irene Pauline Parkman

Feb 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Irene "Baby" Parkman on February 26th, 2025. Born in Houston Texas on August 20, 1945 to the late Emil and Annie Svetlik. She was preceded in death by her husband George Parkman Sr and granddaughter Piper Jones. 

She is survived by son George Parkman Jr and wife Lisa Parkman. Daughter Kimberly...

Diana Moore Fickinger

Diana Moore Fickinger

Feb 25, 2025

Diana Lea Moore Fickinger, age 71, passed away on February 25, 2025, in Katy, Texas surrounded by her family. She was born on October 29, 1953, in Hugoton, Kansas where she was raised by her parents Perry Eldo Moore and Donna Lee Irwin Moore. Her family eventually moved to Midland, Texas where she graduated from Robert E Lee High School...

Michael Florian Keen

Michael Florian Keen

Feb 22, 2025

Sergeant First Class Michael Florian Keen, 78, of Stagecoach, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on February 22, 2025. Mike was survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Jan, his son Michael (Shari), his daughter Michelle, his daughter Stephanie (Chris), his son Chris (Ashley), his daughter Nikki (Glenn), eight grandchildren (Lane, Shelby, Arianna, Noah, Abby, Hazel, Laura and Alex), nieces, and...

Bettye June Spears

Bettye June Spears

Feb 6, 2025

Bettye June Spears was born on July 5, 1931, in Strong, Arkansas. She passed away peacefully on Feb. 6, 2025, at the age of 93 in Houston, Texas. She was the daughter of Dee Johnson and Eva Lum Johnson. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Doyce Spears. She is survived by her daughters Cara Barer and Lynn...

Roy Glenn Langford

Roy Glenn Langford

Feb 5, 2025

Roy Glenn Langford was born in Borger, Texas on October 25, 1954. He passed away surrounded by his family on February 5, 2025 at his home in Richmond, Texas. Glenn graduated from McAllen High School and immediately joined forces with his father to create G & R Construction.

Glenn and Holly Jo Marshburn were introduced to each other by a family...

Glendon Bruce De Zell

Glendon Bruce De Zell

Feb 4, 2025

Glendon Bruce “Butch” DeZell, of Houston, Texas, passed away on February 4, 2025. He was born on September 16, 1945, at Alameda Naval Air Station in Oakland, California, while his father was serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Butch’s family returned to Texas when he was an infant, and he spent most of his life there, except...

James Bernard Bollinger

James Bernard Bollinger

Feb 3, 2025

James Bernard Bollinger, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away in Houston, Texas, on Monday, February 3, 2025, at the age of 79. Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Sharon Plaeger Bollinger, and his parents, James Alvin Bollinger, and Julia Sue Blanchard Bollinger. He is survived by his daughters, Amber Bollinger Shushan (Benjamin) and...

Tina Denise Terry

Tina Denise Terry

Jan 29, 2025

Tina Denise Terry, aged 67, passed away on January 29, 2025, in Houston, TX. Born on November 17, 1957, Tina devoted her life to caring for others, a passion she embodied in her long-standing career as a Neonatal ICU nurse at Memorial Hermann Greater Heights, formerly Northwest Memorial Hospital. Tina attended Scarsbourough High School, and was a proud alumna of...

Lena Mae Sustala

Lena Mae Sustala

Jan 18, 2025

Lena Mae Sustala (Piercy) 

7/1/1937-1/18/2025 

Devoted mother and Christian 

Mrs. Lena Mae Sustala née Piercy, 87, was called home to the embrace of her Lord and Savior on January 18th, 2025 in Pearland, Texas. Lena, known affectionately by many as “Mama Lena” or simply “Mom”, was born July 1, 1937 to Will Rogers Piercy and Josephine Marie Poncio in Harris County, Texas. Three...

Patricia McLaughlin Marco

Patricia McLaughlin Marco

Jan 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia McLaughlin Marco, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend. Patricia passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family after a life well-lived and deeply cherished.

Born on March 18, 1939, to Robert McLaughlin and Elizabeth Jane McLaughlin, Patricia grew up in a lively household with her...

Jerry Lee Woodley, Jr.

Jerry Lee Woodley, Jr.

Jan 15, 2025

Born September 8, 1955, in Houston, Texas. Jerry was known for his big smile, kind spirit and his love for the game of basketball. Jerry was a proud 1973 graduate of Phyllis Wheatley High School in Houston, Texas where he was a member of the Wildcat Marching Band. He continued his studies at San Jacinto Junior College earning a certification...

Bertha Rivera

Bertha Rivera

Jan 13, 2025

Our beloved, Bertha Rivera, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Bertha was a grandmother and mom to many and was affectionately known as “mom”. 

Bertha enjoyed life to the fullest extent. Even at 90, Bertha did her favorite things, traveling and going to the casinos. She was thankful and appreciated everyday that the Lord gave...

Richard Daniel Henry

Richard Daniel Henry

Jan 11, 2025

Richard Daniel Henry, devoted Christian, beloved husband, son, brother, father, step-father, grandfather, step-grandfather, great-grandfather, and step-great-grandfather passed away peacefully January 11, 2025 in Cypress, Texas, with his wife by his side.

He was born to Wyatt Daniel Henry and Pearl Lee (Wilson) Henry in Bastrop, LA on October 12, 1929. A move took the family to Georgeton, SC where he spent...

Craig Irwin McWaters

Craig Irwin McWaters

Jan 9, 2025

Craig was born August 5, 1959 in Houston Texas to Edward Loyd McWaters andAnna Ruth Watson. He is survived by hisbrother David McWaters (Johanna) ofWheat Ridge, Colorado, sister in lawJo Anna Kemper (Richard)and brother in law Charles Wallace (Gay.)He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 25 years, Donna Marie Wallace, his parents, his siblings, Ronald McWaters, Mary...

Carlos Wilbrew Flores

Carlos Wilbrew Flores

Jan 8, 2025

Carlos W. Flores, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with health challenges following a major stroke in 2019.

Born on March 4, 1950, in Brownsville, Texas, Carlos lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a strong work ethic. He was a man of generous spirit who...

Ralph Klodzinski

Ralph Klodzinski

Dec 28, 2024

Ralph Klodzinski entered eternal rest on December 28, 2024, as a result of complications of septic shock (not his cancer). He was born on January 30, 1955, in Houston, Texas, to his parents who preceded him in death, Martha Rose and Teofil Albert Klodzinski. He was born, baptized, and raised in the Assumption Catholic Church-Houston, where he was an altar...

Earnest Bell, Jr.

Earnest Bell, Jr.

Dec 23, 2024

Earnest Bell Jr., known affectionately as Tieso passed away on December 23, 2024, in Houston, TX, at the age of 70. He was born on August 7, 1954, in Houston, TX marking the beginning of a life that touched the hearts of many.

Earnest was born to Earnest Bell Sr. and Catherine Lee. He is preceded in death by his parents,...

Miguel Ángel Gonzalez Jr.

Miguel Ángel Gonzalez Jr.

Mar 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Miguel Ángel Gonzalez Jr. (MickeyBoy)

How can a mother say goodbye to her son, the son she prayed for? My baby boy, Mickey, was born on January 8, 2007, at 4:45 in the morning, after a difficult 36 weeks filled with heartache and pain. The doctors did everything they could to help me keep you, and I...

Thomas Patrick McGrann

Thomas Patrick McGrann

Feb 26, 2025

In Loving Memory of Thomas Patrick McGrann

Thomas Patrick McGrann peacefully passed away on February 26, 2025, in Houston, Texas. Born on March 15, 1941, in Watertown, South Dakota, Tom lived a life full of achievement, love, and cherished moments.

Tom's early years in South Dakota were marked by his passion for basketball and the outdoors. He attended Watertown High School, where...

Bradley Joel Williamson

Bradley Joel Williamson

Feb 26, 2025

Bradley (Brad) Joel Williamson of Coldspring, Texas went to be with his lord on February 26, 2025 after a long illness. Brad was born in Conroe, Texas on May 6, 1955 to Eugene Clinton Williamson and Ruth Irene Ray Williamson.

Brad graduated from Pasadena High School and then spent four years serving in the United States Marine Corps. He had many...

Irene Pauline Parkman

Irene Pauline Parkman

Feb 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Irene "Baby" Parkman on February 26th, 2025. Born in Houston Texas on August 20, 1945 to the late Emil and Annie Svetlik. She was preceded in death by her husband George Parkman Sr and granddaughter Piper Jones. 

She is survived by son George Parkman Jr and wife Lisa Parkman. Daughter Kimberly...

Diana Moore Fickinger

Diana Moore Fickinger

Feb 25, 2025

Diana Lea Moore Fickinger, age 71, passed away on February 25, 2025, in Katy, Texas surrounded by her family. She was born on October 29, 1953, in Hugoton, Kansas where she was raised by her parents Perry Eldo Moore and Donna Lee Irwin Moore. Her family eventually moved to Midland, Texas where she graduated from Robert E Lee High School...

Michael Florian Keen

Michael Florian Keen

Feb 22, 2025

Sergeant First Class Michael Florian Keen, 78, of Stagecoach, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on February 22, 2025. Mike was survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Jan, his son Michael (Shari), his daughter Michelle, his daughter Stephanie (Chris), his son Chris (Ashley), his daughter Nikki (Glenn), eight grandchildren (Lane, Shelby, Arianna, Noah, Abby, Hazel, Laura and Alex), nieces, and...

Bettye June Spears

Bettye June Spears

Feb 6, 2025

Bettye June Spears was born on July 5, 1931, in Strong, Arkansas. She passed away peacefully on Feb. 6, 2025, at the age of 93 in Houston, Texas. She was the daughter of Dee Johnson and Eva Lum Johnson. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Doyce Spears. She is survived by her daughters Cara Barer and Lynn...

Roy Glenn Langford

Roy Glenn Langford

Feb 5, 2025

Roy Glenn Langford was born in Borger, Texas on October 25, 1954. He passed away surrounded by his family on February 5, 2025 at his home in Richmond, Texas. Glenn graduated from McAllen High School and immediately joined forces with his father to create G & R Construction.

Glenn and Holly Jo Marshburn were introduced to each other by a family...

Glendon Bruce De Zell

Glendon Bruce De Zell

Feb 4, 2025

Glendon Bruce “Butch” DeZell, of Houston, Texas, passed away on February 4, 2025. He was born on September 16, 1945, at Alameda Naval Air Station in Oakland, California, while his father was serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Butch’s family returned to Texas when he was an infant, and he spent most of his life there, except...

James Bernard Bollinger

James Bernard Bollinger

Feb 3, 2025

James Bernard Bollinger, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away in Houston, Texas, on Monday, February 3, 2025, at the age of 79. Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Sharon Plaeger Bollinger, and his parents, James Alvin Bollinger, and Julia Sue Blanchard Bollinger. He is survived by his daughters, Amber Bollinger Shushan (Benjamin) and...

Tina Denise Terry

Tina Denise Terry

Jan 29, 2025

Tina Denise Terry, aged 67, passed away on January 29, 2025, in Houston, TX. Born on November 17, 1957, Tina devoted her life to caring for others, a passion she embodied in her long-standing career as a Neonatal ICU nurse at Memorial Hermann Greater Heights, formerly Northwest Memorial Hospital. Tina attended Scarsbourough High School, and was a proud alumna of...

Lena Mae Sustala

Lena Mae Sustala

Jan 18, 2025

Lena Mae Sustala (Piercy) 

7/1/1937-1/18/2025 

Devoted mother and Christian 

Mrs. Lena Mae Sustala née Piercy, 87, was called home to the embrace of her Lord and Savior on January 18th, 2025 in Pearland, Texas. Lena, known affectionately by many as “Mama Lena” or simply “Mom”, was born July 1, 1937 to Will Rogers Piercy and Josephine Marie Poncio in Harris County, Texas. Three...

Patricia McLaughlin Marco

Patricia McLaughlin Marco

Jan 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia McLaughlin Marco, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend. Patricia passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family after a life well-lived and deeply cherished.

Born on March 18, 1939, to Robert McLaughlin and Elizabeth Jane McLaughlin, Patricia grew up in a lively household with her...

Jerry Lee Woodley, Jr.

Jerry Lee Woodley, Jr.

Jan 15, 2025

Born September 8, 1955, in Houston, Texas. Jerry was known for his big smile, kind spirit and his love for the game of basketball. Jerry was a proud 1973 graduate of Phyllis Wheatley High School in Houston, Texas where he was a member of the Wildcat Marching Band. He continued his studies at San Jacinto Junior College earning a certification...

Bertha Rivera

Bertha Rivera

Jan 13, 2025

Our beloved, Bertha Rivera, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Bertha was a grandmother and mom to many and was affectionately known as “mom”. 

Bertha enjoyed life to the fullest extent. Even at 90, Bertha did her favorite things, traveling and going to the casinos. She was thankful and appreciated everyday that the Lord gave...

Richard Daniel Henry

Richard Daniel Henry

Jan 11, 2025

Richard Daniel Henry, devoted Christian, beloved husband, son, brother, father, step-father, grandfather, step-grandfather, great-grandfather, and step-great-grandfather passed away peacefully January 11, 2025 in Cypress, Texas, with his wife by his side.

He was born to Wyatt Daniel Henry and Pearl Lee (Wilson) Henry in Bastrop, LA on October 12, 1929. A move took the family to Georgeton, SC where he spent...

Craig Irwin McWaters

Craig Irwin McWaters

Jan 9, 2025

Craig was born August 5, 1959 in Houston Texas to Edward Loyd McWaters andAnna Ruth Watson. He is survived by hisbrother David McWaters (Johanna) ofWheat Ridge, Colorado, sister in lawJo Anna Kemper (Richard)and brother in law Charles Wallace (Gay.)He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 25 years, Donna Marie Wallace, his parents, his siblings, Ronald McWaters, Mary...

Carlos Wilbrew Flores

Carlos Wilbrew Flores

Jan 8, 2025

Carlos W. Flores, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with health challenges following a major stroke in 2019.

Born on March 4, 1950, in Brownsville, Texas, Carlos lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a strong work ethic. He was a man of generous spirit who...

Ralph Klodzinski

Ralph Klodzinski

Dec 28, 2024

Ralph Klodzinski entered eternal rest on December 28, 2024, as a result of complications of septic shock (not his cancer). He was born on January 30, 1955, in Houston, Texas, to his parents who preceded him in death, Martha Rose and Teofil Albert Klodzinski. He was born, baptized, and raised in the Assumption Catholic Church-Houston, where he was an altar...

Earnest Bell, Jr.

Earnest Bell, Jr.

Dec 23, 2024

Earnest Bell Jr., known affectionately as Tieso passed away on December 23, 2024, in Houston, TX, at the age of 70. He was born on August 7, 1954, in Houston, TX marking the beginning of a life that touched the hearts of many.

Earnest was born to Earnest Bell Sr. and Catherine Lee. He is preceded in death by his parents,...