obituaries

Oct 24, 2020

Ila Ruth Murff was born in Midway, Texas on July 14, 1921, and passed away in Houston, Texas on October 24, 2020.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Buddie A. Murff, and her daughter, June Elaine Murff Kirkland.

Ila is survived by her daughter, Becky A. Heptig; sons-in-law, Stephen W. Heptig, and Ron...

Oct 22, 2020

On Thursday, October 22, 2020, James Andrew "Andy" Mullins III, loving husband, father, son, brother and friend was called home at the age of 58.

Andy was born in New Orleans, LA to James and Catheryn Mullins. He grew up in Spring, TX and graduated with his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Texas A&M University. Andy worked...

Oct 22, 2020

Ms. Augustina Louise Rejiste was born in Port Margot, on November 25, 1934. She was born in a family with four siblings. She was the one girl in her family of three boys. Ms. Augustina died at the age of 85 years old. Augustina was married to Saint-Germain Dupuy, where they had nine children together, one of their children...

Oct 22, 2020

On Thursday, October 22, Henry M. Nielson, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away with his family by his side. Henry was born in 1955 to Veigh and Janet Nielson in Oklahoma. He received a Bachelor's in Accounting from Brigham Young University in 1979. He worked for Chevron Phillips for 40+ years in the Houston area. He is survived...

Oct 22, 2020

Dr. Daniel Lee Simpson, DVM, passed from this life on October 22, 2020, after a brave, four-year battle with cancer. He was born on April 13, 1959 in Houston, Texas and his family lived in Pasadena, where he grew up and attended school; Sam Rayburn High School Class of 1977. As is typical for most young boys, studying for...

Oct 22, 2020

Kurt Allan Eigenbrod passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was 78 years old. Kurt was born in Manchester, Conn., on October 12, 1942, and his family moved in the summer of 1945 to a 64-acre property near Goshen, N.H. His early years were spent playing with his brother, Lester, on the farm, in the woods, by the...

Oct 21, 2020

Domingo Gutierrez Canlas, Jr. was born in Bacolor, Pampanga, Philippines on April 12, 1943, and passed away in Houston, Texas on October 21, 2020.

From his son's perspective:

Dad's life was a prime example of faith, adaptability, duty to family/friends.  He was follower of Jesus Christ, a husband, father, grandfather, a father in law, an...

Oct 19, 2020

Ernestine (Cha Cha) Guerrero July 13, 1938 – October 19, 2020 Those that knew her loved her and called her Cha Cha

From the children:

Ernestine (Cha Cha) was happily married for 54 years to her devoted husband "Alberto".   Alberto passed away in 2012 and that was...

Oct 19, 2020

Kenneth Wayne Chasteen was born the 12th of twelve children on January 24th, 1935 in his parents' home in Grapevine, Texas. He had career successes in reporting, editing and publishing; in transportation, construction and public relations; as well as advertising, corporate communications, direct sales, and sales management. These enterprises allowed him to travel extensively for both business and recreation....

Oct 18, 2020

Dr. Curtis Fandrich, DO, MPH

Feb 27, 1953-October 18, 2020

Curtis was born February 27, 1953 where he lived on a farm in Goodrich, ND. Parents William and Alma Fandrich were delighted to add a son to their small family. Carolyn was happy for her long-awaited sibling and soon was helping...

Oct 18, 2020

Daniel Francis King

Daniel (Dan) Francis King, age 73, passed away peacefully in his Houston, Texas home while surrounded by family on the morning of Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020.  Dan was born in Spokane, Washington on April 6, 1947, to the late John Daniel King and Betty June Tobiason King. Dan's parents John and Betty...

Oct 18, 2020

Our loving mother, Jerelyn Schwartzenburg Walker was called home to heaven on Sunday October 18, 2020. She passed peacefully with her family by her side after a valient fight with Cancer.

She was born on May 2, 1942 in Opelousas, LA but has considered Houston her home for over 52 years.

Mother is now reunited...

Oct 18, 2020

In Loving Memory

Susan Marie Slatton

January 30, 1961- October 18, 2020

Susan Marie Slatton, 59, of Houston, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 18, 2020.  Susan was born on January 30, 1961 in Houston, Texas to Gene Bruce Slatton and Rose Gold Slatton.

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Oct 18, 2020

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Oct 17, 2020

Harvey August Adolph Bongers was born April 20, 1941 to Harry and Renata Bongers. After a long struggle with leukemia, Harvey went home on Saturday, October 17, 2020. He is survived by his wife Suzy; daughter, Carol Hollis (Mike); step-daughter, Stacie Everson (Lindsey); step-son, Wes Wilson (Lindsey); grandchildren: Ashley Hollis Graniello (Javier), and Ryan Hollis; step-grandchildren: Emma Everson, Keely...

Oct 16, 2020

On Thursday, March 3, 1988, Jacob Darrell Woolsey was born to Pamela Woolsey and Darrell Woolsey. Jacob, 32, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on Friday, October 16, 2020. Jacob was a loving son, brother, grandson, cousin and friend to anyone who knew him. Jacob leaves behind many people to cherish his loving memory which includes his parents, Pamela...

Oct 16, 2020

Lemuel "DJ" Bruce was born in Houston on August 23, 1976. The son of Charlotte Taylor and Delray Bruce, Sr., he grew up in north Houston, was a dedicated Boy Scout, and graduated from Klein Oak High School in 1995. DJ then enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served honorably for five years and became...

Oct 15, 2020

James Charles Temple, beloved husband, father and grandpa; transitioned on October 15, 2020.  He is well remembered for his love of family and service to the community. James was a Vietnam Veteran and received two Bronze Stars with Oak Leaf Clusters for Bravery in Combat.  Acts that saved the lives of those in his platoon under fire during ...

Oct 15, 2020

COVID-19 is having a devastating impact on families and communities across the country and around the world.  We know that all too well now.  On Thursday, October 15, 2020, Chris Packard passed away at the age of 59 from the effects of COVID-19. He left behind his wife and four children. Upon hearing of Chris's passing, we immediately felt a...

Oct 13, 2020

Edward Charles Karkosky of Pinehurst, Tx. was born on July 5, 1933 in Emporium, PA.  He was the fifth child of twelve born to Louis and Mary Sushereba Karkosky.   He was 87 years old when he earned his wings on Oct. 13, 2020 in Houston, Tx.

He married the love of his life, Patricia...