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Randolph Bailey Griffith

Randolph Bailey Griffith

May 9, 2026

Randolph Bailey Griffith, born on February 21, 1948, in Charleston, West Virginia, peacefully passed away on March 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pam Griffith; his mother, Minnie Lee Lindenmuth; his father, Robert Bruce Griffith II; and his granddaughter, Courtney Potts. He is survived by his daughters, Maridith Potts (Brad...

Dana Denise Mertz

Dana Denise Mertz

May 8, 2026

Dana Denise Harbour Mertz, 63, of Conroe, Texas, passed away on May 8, 2026.

She was born in Houston, Texas, on November 17, 1962, to John Thomas and Betty Jo Harbour. She fondly attended Broadway Baptist through high school before beginning her career at Maloney Pipeline, where she met her loving husband of 43 years, Douglas Mertz....

Calvin Liam Morrison

Calvin Liam Morrison

May 8, 2026

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Calvin Liam Morrison, 28, of Cypress, Texas, passed away on May 8, 2026. Born on June 29, 1997, in Staten Island, New York, Calvin brought light and joy to the lives of all who knew him.

Calvin was the beloved son of Jeffrey and Carrie Morrison...

Kenneth "Ken" Wayne Hartley

Kenneth "Ken" Wayne Hartley

May 7, 2026

Kenneth ("Ken") Wayne Hartley, to many known as "Coach",  passed away Thursday evening, May 7th, 2026, at his home in Spring Tx. A native Houstonian, Ken was born October 3, 1943, at St. Joseph Hospital. He is survived by his son Chad Hartley, grandson Cade Hartley, his special person, Catherine Thorstenberg, sister and brother-in-law Carolyn and Daniel Barrett and...

Dawn Renae Giles

Dawn Renae Giles

May 7, 2026

Dawn Burnett Giles was born in Lufkin, Texas on December 29th, 1970 to Claudia Burnett McKenzie and lovingly raised by Claudia and Tom McKenzie.

Dawn was a devoted Christian, wife and mother. She lived her life with her heart wide open and with a boundless capacity for loving others. Her smile was so genuine and warm that...

Mary Eva Copeland

Mary Eva Copeland

May 7, 2026

Mary Eva Thrasher Copeland passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born in Brookville Mississippi; however, she lived in Houston, Texas for over seventy years. Mary's life was a beautiful reflection of faith, love, and generosity. Above all, she was a devoted Christian woman whose faith guided every step of...

Stephen Douglas Broyles

Stephen Douglas Broyles

May 7, 2026

Steve was known as "The Man Who Always Smiled." His smile reflected his deep connection to God and his love of life. Even during times of hardship and pain, Steve had a remarkable ability to express unconditional love through his warm and welcoming spirit. He never complained and consistently put the needs of others before his own.

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Leon Cates Stephens

Leon Cates Stephens

May 5, 2026

Leon Cates Stephens Sr., born on October 8, 1942 in Hazel Park, Michigan to Luther Stephens and Lula Cates Stephens, passed away on May 5, 2026 in The Woodlands, Texas.

Leon is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Stephens (nee Harnist), of 40 years and his children: Noel Patton, Leon Cates Stephens Jr., Denise Schoth, Bette Chernenko,...

Idellys Marilyn Anderson

Idellys Marilyn Anderson

May 5, 2026

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Idellys Marilyn Anderson April 14, 1930 – May 5, 2026

With grateful hearts and deep love, we remember Idellys Marilyn Anderson, affectionately called Dell. A woman of quiet strength, unwavering faith, and gentle love, Dell passed peacefully in Tomball, Texas, at the age of...

Denice Dagnielle Derringer

Denice Dagnielle Derringer

May 5, 2026

DENICE DERRINGER passed away unexpectedly, late in the evening of May 4, 2026, in St Luke's Hospital the Vintage, as a result of complications of a ruptured appendix surgery in the week preceding her untimely death.  The world is a darker place without the light of her vibrant incandescence and devotion to her loved ones.

Denice was...

Luz Hernandez Moncada

Luz Hernandez Moncada

May 5, 2026

Luz Hernandez Moncada, lovingly known as Lucy, peacefully passed away on May 5, 2026, in Spring, Texas.

Born on May 26, 1935, in El Paso, Texas, Lucy was a force of grace and strength, deeply devoted to her family and friends. She met her beloved Ricardo at their place of work, Zork Hardware Company, and they married...

Saige Kay Mccauley

Saige Kay Mccauley

May 5, 2026

In Loving Memory of Saige Kay McCauley

May 5, 2026

Saige Kay McCauley was born straight into the loving arms of Jesus on May 5, 2026, to her adoring parents, John and Kristen McCauley.

Though our time with her on earth was brief, Saige's life was deeply cherished and...

Rhonda Renee Jeffery

Rhonda Renee Jeffery

May 3, 2026

With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our beloved sister, fierce Aunt and friend. Rhonda Renee Jeffery was born on October 2, 1962 in Tomball, Texas and went home to her Heavenly Father on May 3, 2026, with her family by her side. She was a woman of strength, faith, and compassion who touched the...

Jose Paulo Sterman Ferraz

Jose Paulo Sterman Ferraz

May 3, 2026

José Paulo Sterman Ferraz was born in São Paulo, Brazil, on August 8, 1950, and passed away in Houston, Texas, on May 3, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his parents, José Bento Faria Ferraz and Sonia Sterman Ferraz.

Paulo is lovingly remembered by his siblings, José Bento, Mario, and Luiza; his children: Gabriela...

Frederic Eugene Welch

Frederic Eugene Welch

May 3, 2026

Frederic Eugene Welch August 7, 1943 – May 3, 2026

Frederic Eugene "Fred" Welch, 82, of Spring, Texas, passed away at home surrounded by his family on May 3, 2026.

Fred was born on August 7, 1943, in Springfield, Missouri, to Alfred and Elender Welch. Due to his family's frequent moves, he grew...

Stephen Michael Trask

Stephen Michael Trask

May 2, 2026

Stephen Michael Trask, age 51, passed away on May 2, 2026, in Spring, Texas. He was born on September 21, 1974, in Manchester, Connecticut.

Stephen is survived by his devoted wife, Wendy Trask; his beloved children, Ben Hersh‑Trask, Addison Trask, and Grayson Trask, who were the center of his world; his parents, Ken and Nancy Trask; and...

Lowell Winton Hastings

Lowell Winton Hastings

May 2, 2026

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Lowell Winton Hastings, 88, was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life was defined by devotion to his family, hard work, and a deep appreciation for life's adventures.

Lowell was born on February 19, 1938, in Thayer, Kansas, to Leo Winton and Laura Nell...

Thomas William Cordar

Thomas William Cordar

Apr 30, 2026

Thomas Cordar, age 70, of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026 after a short battle with cancer.

Thomas built a long career with Sony and JVC, where he was known for his dedication and steady presence. Music was a constant thread throughout his life—something he deeply loved and returned to often.

In...

Josie Jaques Rocha

Josie Jaques Rocha

Apr 30, 2026

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Josie Jaques Rocha passed away on April 30, 2026, at the age of 82, in Houston, Texas.  She was born in Terlingua, Texas to Santiago and Patricia Jaques.  The family of eleven children, moved to Atoka, New Mexico when Josie was a toddler and eventually settled...

Martha Tarnowski Parks

Martha Tarnowski Parks

Apr 30, 2026

Martha Tarnowski Parks 84, of Montgomery passed away on April 30, 2026.

Martha was born on November 29, 1941, in Chappell Hill to the late Mike

Tarnowski and Nancy Krolzyk Tarnowski.

Martha was preceded in death by her husband Lynn Parks. They where married

for 62 years. She is survived by...

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