OBITUARIES
Frank Delano Spinazzola
Sep 21, 2024
Frank Delano Spinazzola, 91 years of age, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024, in the comfort of his home in Houston, Texas.
Frank was born on May 27, 1933, in Altoona, Pennsylvania, to parents Michael and Fannie (Capara) Spinazzola. He graduated from Altoona High School in 1951. He attended the Penn State Altoona Campus and then completed his extension course of...
Michael Philip Shallis
Sep 17, 2024
Michael Philip Shallis passed away on September 17, 2024, at the age of 38 at his home in Houston, Texas. Born on June 5, 1986, Michael was known for his friendly demeanor, humorous spirit, and athletic skill.
Michael attended Ed White Elementary School, Seabrook, Texas and Clear Lake High School in Houston, Texas, before earning a marketing degree from Texas State...
Leticia Winters
Sep 12, 2024
Leticia “Letty” M. Winters, 67, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, September 12, 2024, in Cypress, Texas.
Letty was born on September 15, 1956, in San Antonio, Texas to Mike and Isaura “Sara” Mireles.
Letty was raised in San Antonio where she graduated from South San High School in 1976. She then went onto Barber College and graduated in 1978....
James Key Avera, Jr
Sep 11, 2024
With profound sadness but deep gratitude for a life well lived, we want to share that James Key Avera, Jr. passed away in Houston on Wednesday, September 11th at 8pm, surrounded by his family and fully at peace. In the words of his wife Fran, Jim was “the soul of generosity, loyalty, dependability, enthusiasm, good humor, and love.”
At the age...
Robert (Bob) Sidney Sweeney
Aug 31, 2024
Robert (Bob) Sidney Sweeney, beloved husband and father, was born September 20, 1933 in Houston, Texas. He attended schools in Houston ISD graduating from Lamar High School. He graduated from the University of Houston as a draftsman in 1955. He lived all his life in Houston except for the two years he served in the Army. He worked in the...
Carolyn Mooney
Aug 19, 2024
Carolyn Mooney, 88 years old, passed away August 19, 2024.
She is survived by her sisters Janice T. Righter and Peggy M. Derouen. You will be missed.
Memorial Service: The Woodlands Methodist Church, Robb Chapel, 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77380 Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 11:00am
Theresa Inez Valencia
Aug 18, 2024
Theresa Inez Valencia, at 83 years of age passed peacefully on August 18, 2024 in Houston Tx. and carried away into the arms of her savior Jesus Christ. Theresa who raised 5 boys David, Wayne, Steven, Walter and Darryl, did so faithfully. Theresa was born in Aztec New Mexico on November 21, 1940.
Theresa in spite of adversity in her upbringing...
Amelia Elizabeth Castillo
Aug 11, 2024
Amelia (Amie) Hernandez Castillo passed away peacefully on August 11, 2024, at the age of 86.
Amie was born November 26, 1937, in San Antonio, Texas. From an early age, she was instilled with hard work and perseverance, which she learned as she worked alongside her family in the cotton fields. As she grew older, her work continued at her family’s...
John Robert Mooney
Aug 8, 2024
John Robert Mooney, 91 years old, passed away August 8, 2024.
He is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn Mooney. You will be missed.
Memorial Service: The Woodlands Methodist Church, Robb Chapel, 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77380 Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 11:00am
Frances Yolanda Rocha
Aug 5, 2024
Frances Rocha, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend to many, passed away peacefully at her home in Houston, TX on August 5th, 2024. She was 70 years old, born in San Fernando, Mexico on October 4th, 1953.
Frances lived a life filled with love and laughter. Her husband Joe Rocha was the love of her life and she raised two...
Frank Irey
Aug 4, 2024
Frank “Buzz” Irey Obituary
Frank “Buzz” Irey, age 64 passed away with family members by his side on Sunday August 4th, 2024. Born July 5, 1960, in Darby, Pennsylvania, Frank was one of three children to parents Frank Irey Jr. and Patricia Irey. Married to his beloved wife of 38 years, Caroline Fasy Irey, as she was his soul mate for...
Donna Lisa Kopa
Jul 24, 2024
Donna “DonnaMomma” Kopa, age 60, passed away on Monday night, July 22, 2024. She was born on October 31, 1963, in Forsyth, Georgia, and was the daughter of Garry and Elizabeth Rolls.
Donna was a wonderful and loving woman who gave her all to her family. She loved God, and was a great woman of faith. She became a first-time grandmother...
Gary Dale Herring
Jul 16, 2024
Gary Dale Herring, age 82, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at his home in Houston, Texas surrounded by family. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on [date TBD]. Burial will take place at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Camargo, Illinois.
Gary was born on March 24, 1942, in Gainesville, Texas, to Ruby Inez Watts and Howard Graham...
Jimmy Dwayne Tatum
Jul 5, 2024
Our father, Jimmy (Jim) Dwayne Tatum, 83, of Houston, Texas passed away unexpectedly on July 5, 2024.
Jimmy was born on April 12, 1941 to Frank and Sylvia Tatum in Timpson, Texas and was raised in Houston, Texas. He graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1959 and attended college at Sam Houston State University.
Jim served our Country in the Vietnam...
Allan Jon Richardson
Jul 4, 2024
Allan Jon Richardson, of Houston, Texas passed away, Thursday, July 4, 2024 and was surrounded by his loving family.
A celebration of life service will be held on Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:30 am; family will be receiving guests at 9:30 am, at Palmer Memorial Episcopal Church, 6221 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77030. The burial will follow soon after, by...
Adele Keck Collins
Jun 28, 2024
Adele Keck Collins, age 92, passed away on June 28, 2024, in Houston Texas. She was lovingly cared for in her final years by her grandson, Ray Weston III, his wife LaToya, and their son Ray IV. Adele was born in Gonzales Texas and attended Gonzales High School graduating in 1949. She went on to attend college at Texas State...
Robert Shoaf, Sr.
Jun 26, 2024
Robert Shoaf Sr., 74, of Waiahole Valley died on June 26, 2024, at 8:08 pm. He is survived by his three children; Robert (Nikki) Shoaf Jr., Kuualoha Shoaf, and Keanukapulani Shoaf. 10 grandchildren, 3 great grand-children, Sister’s; Janice Kapahua, and Francis Josue, along with many nieces and nephews.
Ashes scattering will take place at a later date. Please contact Robert Jr....
David Wayne Putnam
Jun 24, 2024
David Wayne Putnam
February 13, 1957 – June 24, 2024
David Wayne Putnam passed away on Monday morning, June 24, 2024, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Sugar Land, Texas, surrounded by his family. A heart attack in 2021, Stage 4 kidney disease, hemorrhaging esophageal/stomach ulcers, malnutrition and smoking took their toll. David was a carpenter and built kitchens, butler’s pantries, closets and...
John A. Lanius
Jun 24, 2024
John A. Lanius “Gunny” Retired United States Marine of Spring Texas, peacefully passed away at his home early morning of June 24, 2024. He is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years of marriage, Stephanie Lanius & his extended family Freddy & Jennifer Estrada. He was born to his parents John A. Lanius Sr. & Lucy Mae Price in...
Thomas Edward Killen
Jun 20, 2024
Thomas Edward Killen, beloved father, grandfather, husband, and friend, passed away on June 20, 2024. Son of James Lee Killen, Sr. and Beulah Faye Parish, Tom was born on July 28, 1937 in Houston, Texas. Wherever he went, Tom was well-known for his personality, quick wit, and great sense of humor. Tom graduated from Stephen F. Austin Senior High in...
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Frank Delano Spinazzola
Sep 21, 2024
Frank Delano Spinazzola, 91 years of age, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024, in the comfort of his home in Houston, Texas.
Frank was born on May 27, 1933, in Altoona, Pennsylvania, to parents Michael and Fannie (Capara) Spinazzola. He graduated from Altoona High School in 1951. He attended the Penn State Altoona Campus and then completed his extension course of...
Michael Philip Shallis
Sep 17, 2024
Michael Philip Shallis passed away on September 17, 2024, at the age of 38 at his home in Houston, Texas. Born on June 5, 1986, Michael was known for his friendly demeanor, humorous spirit, and athletic skill.
Michael attended Ed White Elementary School, Seabrook, Texas and Clear Lake High School in Houston, Texas, before earning a marketing degree from Texas State...
Leticia Winters
Sep 12, 2024
Leticia “Letty” M. Winters, 67, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, September 12, 2024, in Cypress, Texas.
Letty was born on September 15, 1956, in San Antonio, Texas to Mike and Isaura “Sara” Mireles.
Letty was raised in San Antonio where she graduated from South San High School in 1976. She then went onto Barber College and graduated in 1978....
James Key Avera, Jr
Sep 11, 2024
With profound sadness but deep gratitude for a life well lived, we want to share that James Key Avera, Jr. passed away in Houston on Wednesday, September 11th at 8pm, surrounded by his family and fully at peace. In the words of his wife Fran, Jim was “the soul of generosity, loyalty, dependability, enthusiasm, good humor, and love.”
At the age...
Robert (Bob) Sidney Sweeney
Aug 31, 2024
Robert (Bob) Sidney Sweeney, beloved husband and father, was born September 20, 1933 in Houston, Texas. He attended schools in Houston ISD graduating from Lamar High School. He graduated from the University of Houston as a draftsman in 1955. He lived all his life in Houston except for the two years he served in the Army. He worked in the...
Carolyn Mooney
Aug 19, 2024
Carolyn Mooney, 88 years old, passed away August 19, 2024.
She is survived by her sisters Janice T. Righter and Peggy M. Derouen. You will be missed.
Memorial Service: The Woodlands Methodist Church, Robb Chapel, 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77380 Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 11:00am
Theresa Inez Valencia
Aug 18, 2024
Theresa Inez Valencia, at 83 years of age passed peacefully on August 18, 2024 in Houston Tx. and carried away into the arms of her savior Jesus Christ. Theresa who raised 5 boys David, Wayne, Steven, Walter and Darryl, did so faithfully. Theresa was born in Aztec New Mexico on November 21, 1940.
Theresa in spite of adversity in her upbringing...
Amelia Elizabeth Castillo
Aug 11, 2024
Amelia (Amie) Hernandez Castillo passed away peacefully on August 11, 2024, at the age of 86.
Amie was born November 26, 1937, in San Antonio, Texas. From an early age, she was instilled with hard work and perseverance, which she learned as she worked alongside her family in the cotton fields. As she grew older, her work continued at her family’s...
John Robert Mooney
Aug 8, 2024
John Robert Mooney, 91 years old, passed away August 8, 2024.
He is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn Mooney. You will be missed.
Memorial Service: The Woodlands Methodist Church, Robb Chapel, 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77380 Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 11:00am
Frances Yolanda Rocha
Aug 5, 2024
Frances Rocha, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend to many, passed away peacefully at her home in Houston, TX on August 5th, 2024. She was 70 years old, born in San Fernando, Mexico on October 4th, 1953.
Frances lived a life filled with love and laughter. Her husband Joe Rocha was the love of her life and she raised two...
Frank Irey
Aug 4, 2024
Frank “Buzz” Irey Obituary
Frank “Buzz” Irey, age 64 passed away with family members by his side on Sunday August 4th, 2024. Born July 5, 1960, in Darby, Pennsylvania, Frank was one of three children to parents Frank Irey Jr. and Patricia Irey. Married to his beloved wife of 38 years, Caroline Fasy Irey, as she was his soul mate for...
Donna Lisa Kopa
Jul 24, 2024
Donna “DonnaMomma” Kopa, age 60, passed away on Monday night, July 22, 2024. She was born on October 31, 1963, in Forsyth, Georgia, and was the daughter of Garry and Elizabeth Rolls.
Donna was a wonderful and loving woman who gave her all to her family. She loved God, and was a great woman of faith. She became a first-time grandmother...
Gary Dale Herring
Jul 16, 2024
Gary Dale Herring, age 82, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at his home in Houston, Texas surrounded by family. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on [date TBD]. Burial will take place at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Camargo, Illinois.
Gary was born on March 24, 1942, in Gainesville, Texas, to Ruby Inez Watts and Howard Graham...
Jimmy Dwayne Tatum
Jul 5, 2024
Our father, Jimmy (Jim) Dwayne Tatum, 83, of Houston, Texas passed away unexpectedly on July 5, 2024.
Jimmy was born on April 12, 1941 to Frank and Sylvia Tatum in Timpson, Texas and was raised in Houston, Texas. He graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1959 and attended college at Sam Houston State University.
Jim served our Country in the Vietnam...
Allan Jon Richardson
Jul 4, 2024
Allan Jon Richardson, of Houston, Texas passed away, Thursday, July 4, 2024 and was surrounded by his loving family.
A celebration of life service will be held on Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:30 am; family will be receiving guests at 9:30 am, at Palmer Memorial Episcopal Church, 6221 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77030. The burial will follow soon after, by...
Adele Keck Collins
Jun 28, 2024
Adele Keck Collins, age 92, passed away on June 28, 2024, in Houston Texas. She was lovingly cared for in her final years by her grandson, Ray Weston III, his wife LaToya, and their son Ray IV. Adele was born in Gonzales Texas and attended Gonzales High School graduating in 1949. She went on to attend college at Texas State...
Robert Shoaf, Sr.
Jun 26, 2024
Robert Shoaf Sr., 74, of Waiahole Valley died on June 26, 2024, at 8:08 pm. He is survived by his three children; Robert (Nikki) Shoaf Jr., Kuualoha Shoaf, and Keanukapulani Shoaf. 10 grandchildren, 3 great grand-children, Sister’s; Janice Kapahua, and Francis Josue, along with many nieces and nephews.
Ashes scattering will take place at a later date. Please contact Robert Jr....
David Wayne Putnam
Jun 24, 2024
David Wayne Putnam
February 13, 1957 – June 24, 2024
David Wayne Putnam passed away on Monday morning, June 24, 2024, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Sugar Land, Texas, surrounded by his family. A heart attack in 2021, Stage 4 kidney disease, hemorrhaging esophageal/stomach ulcers, malnutrition and smoking took their toll. David was a carpenter and built kitchens, butler’s pantries, closets and...
John A. Lanius
Jun 24, 2024
John A. Lanius “Gunny” Retired United States Marine of Spring Texas, peacefully passed away at his home early morning of June 24, 2024. He is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years of marriage, Stephanie Lanius & his extended family Freddy & Jennifer Estrada. He was born to his parents John A. Lanius Sr. & Lucy Mae Price in...
Thomas Edward Killen
Jun 20, 2024
Thomas Edward Killen, beloved father, grandfather, husband, and friend, passed away on June 20, 2024. Son of James Lee Killen, Sr. and Beulah Faye Parish, Tom was born on July 28, 1937 in Houston, Texas. Wherever he went, Tom was well-known for his personality, quick wit, and great sense of humor. Tom graduated from Stephen F. Austin Senior High in...
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