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1993

The Galveston Daily News – Galveston, Texas – April 15, 1993

ALMENDAREZ, FELIX L. SR. (HAPO) - Born July 7, 1917, Died April 14, 1993

1996

ALLEN, CHARLES GALPHIN JR. (11-27-1996).

2002

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – September 14, 2002

ADAMS, DINAH MARKS - Galveston — Dinah Marks Adams, 86, affectionately known as Galveston Island's "Madam Palm", and spiritual adviser, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2002. Service arrangements are pending under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – February 24, 2002

ADAMS, WILLIAM HENRY JR. - Waterford, Conn - William Henry Adams, Jr., formerly of Galveston, died February 20, 2002, in Waterford, Connecticut. He was born March 25, 1920. Service arrangements are with Malloy & Son Funeral Home (409)763-2475.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – May 29, 2002

ALAMIAA, GILBERT L. - Texas City — Gilbert L. Alamiaa, 64, of Texas City died Sunday at his residence. Funeral services are pending at the Emken-Linton Funeral Home.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – October 15, 2002

ALBRECHT, HERMAN JR. - 74, born in New Braunfels, Texas, on March 1, 1928, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2002, at his residence in Leander, Texas. Services will be at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park in Seguin, Texas, Wed., October 16th at 2 p.m.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas - May 15, 2002

ALCOCER, LYDIA , 71, passed away Monday, May 13, 2002, at residence of Danforth Gardens in Texas City. Service arrangements are pending under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – January 23, 2002

ALESSI, MR. GAIL A. - Galveston — Mr. Gail A. Alessi, 95, of Galveston, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2002, a Turner Geriatric Center. Funeral arrangements are pending at Malloy & Son Funeral Home.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – February 8, 2002

ANDERS, MATTIE - Galveston — Mattie Anders, age 77, of Galveston died Wednesday, February 6, 2002, at her residence in Galveston. Arrangements are pending with Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – July 14, 2002

ANDERSON, LUMINA 'ANDY' - Funeral services for Lumina "Andy" Anderson will be today.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – October 13, 2002

ANDERSON, MILTON K. (ANDY) - La Marque — 95, passed away October 4, 2002, in his home in La Marque. A Memorial Service will be held at La Marque Presbyterian Church, 11 a.m. Saturday, October 19th under the direction of J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – June 4, 2002

APFFEL, ANGELINA - Galveston — Angelina Apffel passed away Monday, June 3, 2002, at Turner Geriatric. Arrangements are pending with J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – October 1, 2002

APPENBRINK, THERESA — Theresa Appenbrink, 97, of Galveston, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2002, at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City. Funeral arrangements are pending with Malloy & Son Funeral Home.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – August 13, 2002

ARBEGUST, EDWIN R. - 79, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2002, in Texas City. Arrangements are pending at the James Crowder Funeral Home, La Marque, Texas.

The Daily News - Galveston, Texas - October 3, 2002

ASHTON-THOMAS, MASTER JEREMIE R. was born on October 31, 2000, to Monica Ashton and Ronald Thomas. After a lengthy struggle with this life journey, an angel from above arrived to take him home to be with our Lord on Friday, September 27, 2002. He is now resting in the arms of Jesus. Funeral service will be held at 11 p.m. on Friday, October 4, 2002, in the chapel of E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – March 5, 2002

ASHWORTH, EDWARD MOODY - Galveston — Edward Moody Ashworth, age 66, of Galveston died Sunday, March 3, 2002, at Gulf Health Care Center in Galveston. Arrangements are pending with Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – January 27, 2002

ASOCAR, ROGERS ROY - Galveston — Rogers Roy Asocar, 60, passed away Friday, January 25, 2002, at his residence in Galveston. Services are with Broadway Funeral Home. (409)744-4544.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – October 17, 2002

ATKINSON, JACQUELINE D. — Jacqueline D. Atkinson, age 77, San Leon, Texas passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2002. Services under direction of Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Austin, Texas.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – January 17, 2002

AUGUST, JOHNNY LEE - Texas City — Johnny Lee August, age 90, of Texas City died Tuesday, January 15, 2002, at his residence in Texas City. Arrangements are pending with Community Funeral Home.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – November 29, 2002

AUGUSTA, JAMES ROBERT - La Marque — James Robert Augusta, expired on November 27, 2002, at Mainland Medical Center Hospital. Funeral services are pending at the Augustus Funeral Home, Inc. 2104 Cedar Drive, La Marque, TX 77568, (409) 935-4116.

The Daily News – Galveston, Texas – November 12, 2002

AUTREY, ALBERT LARRY — Albert Larry Autrey, 62, of Galveston died Sunday, November 10, 2002 at John SealyHospital in Galveston. Funeral arrangements are pending at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.

2003

The Galveston Daily News - June 20, 2003

ABBOTT, JEANETTE ROHDE - Galveston— Jeanette Rohde Abbott, 59, of Galveston passed away Thursday June 19, 2003, at UTMB. Funeral arrangements are pending with Malloy & Son Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - June 21, 2003

ABBOTT, JEANETTE ROHDE - Galveston - Rohde Abbott, 59, of Galveston, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2003, at UTMB Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending with Malloy & Son Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - July 10, 2003

ABBOTT, JOHNNIE LOU BACE - Kirkland, Washington - Johnnie Lou Bace Abbott died June 30, 2003, in Kirkland, Washington. She was born in Houston, Texas on October 13, 1924. She is survived by daughters, Pamela Nash of Galveston, and Ellen Abbott Leva of Houston; son, John G. Abbott of Woodinville, Washington; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. A brief memorial and open house will be held on July 20, 2003, at 2 p.m. at 1330 Lawrence, Houston, TX.

The Galveston Daily News - February 24, 2003

ABERNATHY, GERTRUDE IVE, 95, of La Marque passed away Saturday, February 22, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City. James Crowder, La Marque in charge of arrangements.

The Galveston Daily News - October 31, 2003

ABSCHNEIDER, JAMES VINCE - Santa Fe, TX - James Vince Abschneider, 83, passed away October 29, 2003, in Texas City, Texas. He was born December 22, 1919, in Columbus, Texas to Vince and Angela Matlock Abschneider. He was retired from Stanton Feed Store in Alvin, Texas as supervisor for twenty-six years. He had made Santa Fe his home for over fifty-five years. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 1, 2003, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of James Crowder Funeral Home with Father John Kappe officiating. Interment will be at Greenlawn-West Gethsemane Cemetery in Rosenberg, Texas. Visitation will be at the Funeral Home on Friday, October 31, 2003, beginning at 6 p.m. with a vigil at 7 p.m. with Sister Mary Anne presiding. James Crowder Funeral Home-Dickinson.

The Galveston Daily News - July 5, 2003

ADAMS, CHARLES McDOWELL "CHARLIE" - Crystal Beach — Charles McDowell "Charlie" Adams, 50, of Crystal Beach passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2003, at his home. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., on Saturday, July 5, 2003, at Bayvue United Methodist Church at Crystal Beach, Texas under the direction of Broussard's, 2000 McFaddin, in Beaumont.

The Galveston Daily News - August 11, 2003

ADAMS, JOHN MICHAEL - Houston - John Michael Adams, 13, of Houston formerly of Texas City passed away Sunday, August 10, 2003, at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center. He was born August 11, 1989, in Houston, Texas and a student at Cy Fair School. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Joan Maureen Adams. He is survived by his mother April Lynne Whited and step-father Mark Whited of Houston; father John Kevin Adams and step-mother Becci Renee Adams of Anchorage, Alaska; grandparents Johnnie T. Adams of Texas City, Robbie and Rudy Wistinghausen of Santa Fe; four sisters Amanda Mouton and husband James of Houston, Tanya Adams of Pearland, Casey Renee Adams of Houston and Codee Scott of Texas City; niece Brooklyn Mouton; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. James Crowder Funeral Home-La Marque.

The Galveston Daily News - October 28, 2003

ADAMS, MENDER - Hitchcock - Mender Lee Adams, 97, departed this life on Friday, October 24, 2003, at her residence in Hitchcock, Texas. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2003, at Compton Memorial C.O.G.I.C. with Elder Robert Woodard III officiating. Burial will follow at Mainland Memorial Cemetery, Hitchcock. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2003, from 4-6 p.m. at Fields Funeral Services Chapel, with a wake service held from 7-8 p.m. at the Compton Memo HITCHCOCK - Mender Lee Adams, 97, departed this life on Friday, October 24, 2003, at her residence in Hitchcock, Texas. Fields Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - December 16, 2003

ADAMS, VERLEN - Verlen Adams, age 85, of La Marque, Texas, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2003. She was born April 10, 1918 in Corsicana, Texas. Verlen was preceded in death by her husband, Hiram Adams, and husband, Dudley Sheftall. Survivors include her son, Pat Huitt of Stafford; grandchildren, Patrick Huitt and Janice Mae Finch; and four great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Thursday December 18, 2003 in the Stateroom of Earthman Funeral Directors Southwest, 12555 S. Kirkwood, Stafford.

The Galveston Daily News - September 28, 2003

ADDISON, LOYD STANFORD - Loyd Stanford Addison, 74, of Sweetwater, Louisiana passed away Thursday, September 25, at UTMB Medical Center in Galveston, Texas. He was survived by his son, Loyd Joseph Addison of Sweetwater, Louisiana; two daughters, Rose Ann Eyer, Hitchcock, Texas and Nina Louise McCarroll, Springfield, Louisiana; three brothers Donald Addison, Independence, Louisiana, Tom Addison, Folsom, Louisiana and P.I. Addison, Husser, Louisiana; 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

The Galveston Daily News - December 3, 2003

AGNEW, ANNE SCOTT - Sykesville, Maryland - Anne Scott Agnew, 79, of Sykesville, Maryland, and formerly of Dickinson, Texas, passed away on November 15, 2003. She is survived by her husband of fifty-nine years, Robert K.T. Agnew; son William Agnew; daughter Laurie Thompson and husband Matt; son Daniel Agnew and wife Lisa; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Anne was an avid and accomplished golfer and tennis player and spent countless hours pursuing those interests with her husband and friends.

The Galveston Daily News - November 7, 2003

AHLSCHLAGER, CURTIS "SHORTY" CLINTON - League City - Curtis "Shorty" Clinton Ahlschlager, 74, of League City passed away Monday November 3, 2003, at Kindred Hospital. He was a retired truck driver with Ace Transportation for many years. Shorty is survived by his companion of thirty-four years, Lucille Pickens. He also leaves behind Johnny Trlicek, Brandy Moes, JoAnn Ducho, Sue Johnson and Tommy Gammage. Visitation was held from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, November 6, 2003, at Forest Park East Funeral Home. Funeral services were conducted at 3 p.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2003, in the chapel of Forest Park East Funeral Home. Forest Park East Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - September 9, 2003

AKIENS, ROSEMARIE GRACE - Rosemarie Grace Akiens, born September 1, 1938, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2003, at the age of 65 from complications of cancer. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Lloyd E. Akiens, her five children and their spouses, Grace H. Akiens, MD (husband, Bruce Hertz, MD), David C. Akiens (wife, Colleen D. Akiens), Linda M. Akiens-Castiglioni (husband Kerry Castiglioni), Karen K. Akiens (husband Douglas C. Bowen), and Rosemarie Akiens (husband Dennis Stark); her numerous grandchildren and great-grandchild, and her brother, Anthony Oddo.

The Galveston Daily News - September 11, 2003

The Galveston Daily News - February 22, 2003

ALANIZ, GERONIMO - Galveston — Geronimo Alaniz, 57, passed away February 20, 2003, at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston, Texas. Services are pending with Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston.

The Galveston Daily News - April 8, 2003

ALEXANDER, BOBBY JOE - Texas City — Bobby Joe Alexander, 67, passed away Monday, April 17, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are pending at Wynn Funeral Home, 602 - 32nd Street, Galveston, Texas (409) 621-1677.

The Galveston Daily News - April 9, 2003

ALEXANDER, BOBBY JOE - Texas City — Bobby Joe Alexander, 67, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center. Wynn Funeral Home, Galveston, in charge of arrangements.

The Galveston Daily News - August 16, 2003

ALEXANDER, JACK - Jack Alexander, 88, of Texas City, passed away Friday, August 15, 2003 at Mainland Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 17, at Emken-Linton Funeral Home in Texas City. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock. Visitation will be 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Jack was born September 10, 1914 in Fredrick, Oklahoma. He moved to Texas City in 1924 and was Tax Assessor-Collector and Secretary of the School Board for Texas City ISD for 32 years. He was also manager of the Texas City Teachers Federal Credit Union. Jack was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Texas City and a senior member of the Texas City Kiwanis Club where he served as its Secretary/ Treasurer for 31 years. He proudly served his country during World War II. He was an avid golfer and sports fan. Some old timers may remember him from the "Old Corner Drugstore". Emken-Linton Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - July 10, 2003

ALEXANDER, JANET ANN - Dickinson - Janet Ann Alexander, 66, of Dickinson, Texas residing in Bayou Chantilly since 1963, passed away at her home on Wednesday, July 9, 2003. She was born February 13, 1937, in Columbus, Ohio.Mrs. Alexander was preceded in death by her husband, Irvin Alexander and parents, Byron and Francis King. Survivors include her three daughters, Julie Alexander of San Leon Texas, Kathy Boles and husband, Carrolton of Red Rock, Texas and Shelly Alexander and finance', Ralph Zimmer of Columbus, Ohio; a son, Bruce Alexander and Donna Jackson of Dickinson; eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Mary Acree Alexander; daughters Donna and husband Jim Bennink and Judy and husband Paul Bailey; granddaughters: Keri Jones, Michelle Williams, and Catie Brow; and 6 great-grandchildren. Survivors also include Jean Letsos, niece; Joe Burkett, nephew; Dorothy Alexander, sister-in-law; and Boyd Acree, brother-in-law.

In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that contributions be made in memory of Jack to the First United Methodist Church of Texas City or a charity of your choice. James Crowder Funeral Home-Dickinson.

The Galveston Daily News - August 13, 2003

ALEXANDER, JOHNIE - Hitchcock - Psalm 37:23, "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way." So was the life of Deacon Johnie Alexander, who was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 11, 2003. Visitation will begin at 3 p.m. Thursday, August 14, 2003, at the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 2728 Avenue K in Galveston. A wake will be held from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2003, at the church with Pastor Dexter Henderson, officiating. Burial will follow at Mainland Memorial Cemetery in Hitchcock under the direction of Mainland Funeral Home of LaMarque. Deacon Alexander, a longtime resident of Galveston, Texas and after retirement, Hitchcock, Texas, was born May 17, 1912, in Palestine, Texas to the late George and Lucinda Paige Alexander. He was a faithful member of the Mount Moriah Baptist Church where he was a Deacon, member of the Brotherhood and Male Chorus serving until his health failed. Deacon Alexander is preceded in death by his parents; five brothers and eight sisters. Deacon Alexander leaves his legacy of love and devotion in the hearts of his beloved and devoted wife of sixty-five years, Beatrice Alexander of Hitchcock; his children, Willie "Doris" Levine (Marion) of Galveston and Charles Alexander Sr. of Hitchcock; his grandchildren, Charles Alexander Jr. of Sugarland, Toni Levine Simpson of LaMarque, John Levine (Karen) of Galveston; Cheryl Alexander of San Diego, California; great-grandchildren, Nicole Yvette Alexander, Nakesha Dionne Alexander, Jasmine Simpson, Darian Nicole Levine and Anthony "T.J." Bogan, Jr.; special great-nieces, Ruby Miller of Dallas and Clarice Burks of Houston; and a host of relatives, in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, many friends and the Mount Moriah Church Family. Special thanks to the 4th Floor West Staff of Mainland Medical Center and especially Dr. Roberto Bissoni. Mainland Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - July 11, 2003

ALLEMAN, REVEREND MSGR. C. J. - Galveston - Reverend Msgr. C. J. Alleman, of Galveston, passed away at his residence Thursday, July 10, 2003. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Mass, Saturday, July 12, 2003, at St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica with Msgr. Frank Rossi officiating. Visitation will begin for friends at 5 p.m. Friday, July 11, 2003, at St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica. A rosary will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, July 11, 2003, with Deacon John Pistone officiating. Further arrangements will be pending with Malloy & Son Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - August 2, 2003

ALLEN, SR., A. C. - Alcoa - - Funeral services for Mr. A. C. Allen Sr. will be 1 p.m. Saturday, August 2, 2003, at the Mt. Tabor Baptist Church, 810 Coen St. in Arcola, Texas. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will follow at Paradise Cemetery South in Pearland under the direction of Mainland Funeral Home of La Marque. Mainland Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - July 11, 2003 Published

ALLEN, ANNIE LEE - La Marque - Mrs. Annie Lee Allen, 83, passed away July 8, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City. Visitation will be Friday, July 11, 2003, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel in La Marque. There will be no wake. Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 12, 2003, at Progressive Baptist Church in Texas City with Pastor Jonathan D. Steele Sr., officiating. Burial will follow at Mainland Memorial Cemetery in Hitchcock. Mainland Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - August 21, 2003

ALLEN, HAROLD CARLTON SR. 'H. C.' - La Marque - Funeral services for Mr. Harold Carlton "H.C" Allen Sr. will be 10 a.m. Saturday, August 23, 2003, at Greater Bell Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 5917 Carver in Texas City. Rev. Jerry B. Lee Jr. will officiate. Visitation will be Saturday from 9 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will follow services at Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock under the direction of Mainland Funeral Home of LaMarque.

Mr. Allen was born March 24, 1920, in Lacassine, Louisiana to the union of the late John Leo and Lily Gallien Allen. He was reared in Lake Charles, Louisiana and attended school there. He has been a resident of Galveston County since 1947. He was employed by Union Carbide and retired after 31 years of dutiful service. After his retirement, he spent his time doing the things he loved best, fishing, hunting and cooking some of the best Creole food this side of the Mississippi! He was a member of Greater Bell Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Texas City. His fraternal affiliations include member, Industrious Lodge #212 Knights of Pythias; Inner Guard and member of the Board of Directors - Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias; and Pride of LaMarque Court #457 of Calanthe.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Lester All and Austin Allen; two sisters, Esther Allen and Queen Esther Washington; a son, Harold Carlton Allen Jr.; a devoted daughter-in-law, Rochelle Childs and two very devoted sisters-in-law, Lillian Stoneham and Johnnie Mae Batiste.

He leaves his legacy of love and undying devotion in the hearts of his family; the love of his life, his devoted wife of fifty-three years, Mrs. Jessie Clarke Allen of La Marque; six children, Ula Childs, Leroy Childs, Earl Ray Childs (Gloria) of Texas City, Beverly Allen of Beaumont, Bessie M. Nelson and Carolyn Allen Tottenham of Houston; goddaughter, Michelle Roberson; three loving daughters-in-law, Aubra Jeanette Boyd of League City, Josi Childs of Friendswood and Georgia Childs of Texas City; sons-in-law, James Nelson of Midland and Calvin Tottenham of Texas City; a brother, Leo Allen Jr. (Jimmie) of Seattle, Washington; four sisters, Ruth Duhon, Ruby Duhon both of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Ida Washington (Claude) of Bellvue, Washington and Elizabeth Fuller (James) of Sacramento, California; four very devoted sisters-in-law, Dorothy Burke of Galveston, Margie Edwards, Lillie Brooks and Sadie Brocket all of Texas City; fourteen grandchildren, Cynthia Robbins, Leory Childs Jr., LaRhonda Mohammad, Demont Booker, Freda Booker, Earl Childs Jr., Nikki Childs, Angela Allen, Tracey Allen, Andre Allen, Jamon Nelson, Brion Nelson, Jacque Allen and Jacqueline Allen; nineteen great-grandchildren; two very close and devoted friends, Lewis Simpson and Cleo Callis; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mainland Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - October 12, 2003

ALLEN, JAMES EDWARD SR. - Los Angeles, CA - – James Edward Allen Sr. was born April 3, 1944 in Galveston, Texas, one of six children born to Mr. Fred G. and Mrs. Annie Lee Rue Allen. James accepted Christ and was baptized by the late Rev. Sylvester George of St. John Missionary Baptist Church. In later years while attending Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church, he was called to the ministry. Mainland Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - September 9, 2003

ALTON, CARL - Dickinson - Another star joined the heavens as Carl Alton departed this life on Friday, September 5, 2003. Carl was born in Oklahoma on August 29, 1913, but moved to Texas and was a resident of Dickinson for more than 50 years. He was a life member of the Dickinson VFW, having served in the Army during WWII, and was also a Mason, having achieved the high rank of 32nd degree Scottish Rites. Carl served his community as a volunteer firefighter in Dickinson for a number of years, and was retired from Union Carbide as a machinist. Jack Rowe Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - October 15, 2003

AMATO, HEATHER DAWN - Santa Fe - Twenty-two years ago, on July 24, 1981, the Amato family was blessed with a very "special" gift from God. That gift, being a baby girl named Heather Dawn Amato. Now it is with great sorrow that we, her family, must share with you the news of her passing on October 11, 2003, to be with her Lord and Maker. James Crowder Funeral Home-Dickinson.

The Galveston Daily News - August 17, 2003

AMATO, TIMOTHY 'TIM' MARK - Timothy "Tim" Mark Amato, a very loving son and brother, at the age of 41, passed away August 14, 2003. He was born November 17, 1961 in Texas City, Texas to Tony and Joyce Amato. Tim was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Hitchcock. He was employed as a process supervisor with B. P. (Amoco). He spent endless hours as a passionate girls softball coach and supporter of all youth athletics.A visitation will be on Monday August 18, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. at Jeter Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be at 7:00 p.m. on Monday August 18, 2003 at Jeter Memorial Funeral Home in Friendswood Texas. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to UTMB Heart & Lung Transplant Program, Attention: Vicki Parnham, 301 Universtiy Blvd., Galveston, Texas 77555-0479. James Crowder Funeral Home-Dickinson.

The Galveston Daily News - August 11, 2003

AMICK, SUSAN MICHELLE, - Dickinson - Susan Michelle Amick, 40, of Dickinson passed away Saturday, August 9, 2003, at her residence. Susan was born on June 28, 1963, in Wayne, Michigan and was a resident of Dickinson for 9 months, formerly of Seabrook. She was a veterinarian technician and a member of First Baptist Church in Dickinson. She is survived by her parents, Carrol and Betty Sundberg of Dickinson and Fred and Jan Amick of Canton, Michigan; grandmother, Maxine Putnam of Picayune, Mississippi; sisters, Pamela McCue of Maples, Florida, Dianne and Dean Wright of West Land, Michigan; brothers, John and Lorie Amick of Friendswood, Scott and Rhonda Sundberg of Friendswood, and Reid and Judy Sundberg of San Antonio, along with numerous other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, August 11, 2003, at Scott Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 12, 2003, at Scott Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Randy Marshall officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Dickinson. Arrangements are under the direction of The Scott Family, 1421 East Highway 6, Alvin, Texas, 77511 (281)585-1000. Scott Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - May 17, 2003

AMOS, EDDIE J. - Texas City — Mr. Eddie J. Amos passed away Friday, May 16, 2003, at Danforth Gardens in Texas City. Arrangements entrusted to Mainland Funeral Home, La Marque, Texas (409) 938-8123.

The Galveston Daily News - October 18, 2003

AMUNDSON, DANIEL A. - Daniel A. Amundson, former resident of Galveston, passed away October 15, 2003, in Topeka, Kansas. Mr. Amundson was employed by UTMB from 1970, until 1988.

He is survived by his children, Deborah (Dennis) Jones of Colorado, David (Diane) Amundson of Houston stepchildren Mike (Liz) Heffernan of California, Jimmy Heffernan of Dallas, Kathy (Gary) Waites, of Alta Loma; grandchildren Amanda Rohleder, Ryan (Caroline) Jones, Chris Heffernan, and great grandson Palmer Jones, as well as many nieces and nephews.

The Galveston Daily News - September 10, 2003

ANDERSON, JR., BERNHARD AXEL - New Haven, KY - Mr. Bernhard Axel Anderson, Jr. passed from this life Sunday evening, September 7, 2003, in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Born July 13, 1930, in Galveston, Mr. Anderson had been a life long Galveston/ Santa Fe resident until his recent move to New Haven, Kentucky. He had been employed with Southwestern Bell and AT&T as a telephone repair technician, was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, and served in the United States Marines during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Anderson was also a member of Harmony Masonic Lodge #6 AF & AM in Galveston where he served as a former Master, the York Rite in Galveston, El Mina Shrine Temple in Galveston, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie #48 in Galveston where he had been past president, and the Communication Workers Union where he also served as a former president. Hayes Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - August 4, 2003

ANDERSON, COLISHA MYRA' - Austin - Ms. Colisha Myra' Anderson, formerly of La Marque, departed this life, Thursday, July 31, 2003, at Scott White Medical Center in Temple, Texas at the age of 22. A Service of Remembrance will be held at 1p.m., Tuesday, August 5, 2003, at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel in La Marque. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to service time Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow services at Mainland Memorial Cemetery in Hitchcock. Born November 21, 1980, in Galveston, Colisha attended school in La Marque ISD and was a 1999 graduate of LaMarque High School. A Service of Remembrance will be held at 1p.m., Tuesday, August 5, 2003, at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel in La Marque. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to service time Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow services at Mainland Memorial Cemetery in Hitchcock. Born November 21, 1980, in Galveston, Colisha attended school in La Marque ISD and was a 1999 graduate of LaMarque High School. She was a licensed cosmetologist; listed among Who's Who 1997-99, and a member of various organizations. She is preceded in death by Johnny B. Anderson, Jr. (brother), La Shawn M. Anderson (sister) and Johnny B. Anderson, Sr (father). Survivors are Maggie Anderson-Yoakum (mom); Larry E. Yoakum, Sr. (step- father) of Austin, (former La Marque residents); Shawnta M. Anderson (sister) of La Marque; Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Coleman Sr. (grand-parents) of Galveston; Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Yoakum Sr. (step-grandparents) of Texas City and a host of aunts, uncles, nephews, niece, cousins and step-brothers, sister, aunts, uncles, God-parents and family friends. Mainland Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - September 11, 2003

ANDERSON, DELIA F. - West Texas City - Visitation for Mrs. Delia F. Anderson will be held from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2003, at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel in La Marque. There will be no wake. Funeral Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, September 13, 2003, at the funeral home chapel with burial following at Mainland Memorial Cemetery in Hitchcock. Mainland Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - July 11, 2003

ANDERSON, LILLIE DENKE - Galveston - Lillie Denke Anderson, 91, of Galveston passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2003, in Austin, Texas. In failing health, she had lived there with her niece, Joyce Anderson Moyer, and her family, John and Christine since October of 2001. Graveside services will be held at 9 a.m., Saturday, July 12, 2003, at Oleander Cemetery, 43rd and Broadway, with Rev. Ray Pinard, officiating. Visitation will be held from 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m., on Friday, July 11, 2003, at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont in Galveston.

The Galveston Daily News - July 20, 2003

ANGLIN, RUTH MARIE - Santa Fe, Texas — Ruth Marie Anglin, 65, passed away, July 17, 2003. She was born October 13, 1937, in Cass County, Texas, to Thomas and Lena Cothren Nunn. Ruth was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Graveside services will be held Monday, July 21, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Dickinson, Texas. Visitation will be Sunday, July 20, 2003, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., in the Chapel of James Crowder Funeral Home in Dickinson, Texas. James Crowder Funeral Home-Dickinson.

The Galveston Daily News - September 23, 2003

ANTHONY, STEVE - Crystal Beach - Steve Anthony, 43, of Crystal Beach died September 20, 2003.

A native of Dubuque, Iowa he was an active supporter for all charitable causes from High Island to the Galveston ferry. Steve was the owner of Steve's Landing Restaurant and Marina. He was also involved with promoting development of the Bolivar Peninsula. Steve was preceded in death by his sister, Christine A. Horsefield and is survived by his parents, Dick and Joanne Anthony of Dubuque, Iowa; sister, Jill Anthony of Sturgis, South Dakota; brothers, Ken Anthony of Dubuque, Iowa and Bob Anthony and wife, Jackie of Scottsdale, Arizona; nieces and nephews, and his extended family Jim and Ruth Meeks of Crystal Beach.

The Galveston Daily News - July 4, 2003

AOUGHSTEN, EDWARD DEWEY - Palocios, Tx — Edward Dewey Aoughsten, 80, of Palacios, died July 1, 2003, at his residence in Palacios. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, July 5, 2003, at the Palacios Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery in Blessing, Texas.

The Galveston Daily News - October 30, 2003

APPARICIO, LOUISE - Galveston - Louise Apparicio, 74, went on to received her reward of eternal rest on Sunday, October 26, 2003, at UTMB- John Sealy Hospital. Visitation will begin at 4 p.m. Friday, October 31, 2003, followed by a wake from 7-8 p.m. at E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary.Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 1, 2003, at 11 a.m. at the Jerusalem Baptist Church with Rev A.S. Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary.

The Galveston Daily News - August 30, 2003

APPRENBRINK, MYRTLE ELOISE - Myrtle Eloise Apprenbrink, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2003, in Texas City, Texas at the age of 85. Eloise was born on February 23, 1918, in Appleby, Texas to William and Theodocia Hill. She is preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Julius. Eloise is survived by her daughter, Betty Sue Thawley and husband, Dr. Stan Thawley; son, William "Bill" Appenbrink and wife, Johnna; grandchildren, Johnan Lidisky Appenbrink, William Read Appenbrink, David Scott Thawley, Mark Todd Thawley; great grandchildren, Cami Rene Lidisky, and Benjamin Mark Thawley. James Crowder Funeral Home-Webster.

The Galveston Daily News - December 3, 2003

ARCHIA, LATRICE MARIA - Texas City - Memorial Services for Ms. Latrice Maria Archia will be held at 6 p.m., Thursday, December 4, 2003, at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel in La Marque. Latrice was born October 9, 1984, in Galveston to Clifford and Shelia Booth Archia. She attended La Marque High School and the Texas City Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She departed this life Sunday, November 30, 2003, at her home at the age of 19. Mainland Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - September 25, 2003

ARKISON, JR., OWEN J. - McKinney, TX - Owen J. Arkison, Jr., 82, formerly of Galveston, passed away Monday, September 22, 2003, at his home in McKinney, Texas. He was born November 13, 1920, in Fall River, Massachusetts. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, September 26, 2003, at Bartley Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Woodside Cemetery all in Grand Saline, Texas. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, September 25, 2003, at the funeral home.

The Galveston Daily News - July 11, 2003

ARMSTRONG, INEZ - Texas City - Inez Armstrong, 77, of Texas City passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City. Inez was born February 28, 1926, in Eldorado, Arkansas to Ellis Raymond and Mary Margaret Hayes. She was a resident of Texas City for fifty-four years and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She dedicated much of her life to church and temple work, as well as being a loving and caring mother and grandmother. She loved people and was always willing to help in times of need. Recently, her autobiography was published and is available on line at www.xlibris.com/theclown.html. James Crowder Funeral Home-La Marque.

The Galveston Daily News - December 22, 2003

ASHABRANNER, BERNICE SNELL CASADAY - Bernice Snell Casaday Ashabranner, passed away on Friday December 19, 2003 in Friendswood, Texas at the age of 94. She was born on June 20, 1909 on Davis Road in League City, Texas to Thomas M. Snell and Jeanette Perkins Snell. Bernice was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her daughters, Doris Jean Schaper, and Sharon Wilkening and husband Ronnie; sons, James B. Casaday and wife Freida, Thomas M. Casaday and wife LaDonna; sister, Ora Mae McCarble and husband Arthur; brothers, T. M. Snell Jr., Milton M. Snell Sr.; daughter-in-law, Ann Casaday; 11 grandchildren; numerous great and great great grandchildren; and other family members. She was preceded in death by husbands Raymond G. Casaday Sr., and Elmer E. Ashabranner; son, Raymond G. Casaday Jr. The family will receive guests, from 5-8 p.m. Monday, December 22, 2003 at Grand View Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at Grand View Funeral Home with interment following at Grand View Memorial Park.

The Galveston Daily News - September 8, 2003

ASHWORTH, HOLLIE MABLE - "We've lost a loving family member and friend, but the heavens gained a star." - Galveston — Hollie Mable Ashworth, 79, passed away September 5, 2003, at Gulf Health Care Center in Galveston, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 9, 2003, at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont, Galveston, Texas, with Father John Bok, OFM, celebrant. Graveside services will follow at Grace Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock, Texas. Visitation will be held Monday, September 8, 2003, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with a Rosary and Vigil for the Deceased to be held at 7:00 p.m., at the funeral home. Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - February 3, 2003

ATTAWAY, WALLACE MICHAEL 'MIKE' - passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2003, at The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, February 4, 2003, at Calvary Cemetery, Galveston, Texas. Burial will follow services Tuesday at the cemetery. Gathering for visitation will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M., Monday, February 3, 2003, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home, also in Galveston. Mr. Attaway's family will be receiving friends for visitation at the funeral home Monday evening after 5:00 P.M.

The Galveston Daily News - December 4, 2003

AUGUST, SR., REV. BRUCH A. - Richmond - Rev. Bruce A. August, Sr., 46, received his reward of eternal rest on Thursday, November 27, 2003, at UTMB Hospital in Galveston. Bruce was born December 31, 1956, in Galveston, Texas, to the late Wilbert, Sr. and Velma August. He was a graduate of Ball High School class of 1975, and went on to further his education by attending Sam Houston University in Huntsville, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. While attending Sam Houston, he also became a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., where he served as Chaplain of the local chapter. Bruce was a longtime member of the Avenue L church where he served as an Associate Minister, working with the Youth Dept. and Assistant Superintendent of Sunday School. He was employed with the Texas Department of Correction, where he served in many supervisors' capacities, rising up to the rank of Assistant Warden at the Jester III Unit. He was affiliated with the West Ft. Bend County Heart Assoc., Pecan Grove Athletic Assoc. and volunteered with many other youth organizations, because he really had a passion for kids and tried to be a positive influence on their lives. He will be greatly missed. E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary.

The Galveston Daily News - October30, 2003

AUSTIN, JR., GRAFTON TENNANT - Galveston - Grafton Tennant Austin, Jr., 89, of Galveston, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2003, in Galveston. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, November 1, 2003, at St. Michael's Episcopal Church in La Marque with Father John Williams officiating. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock. Visitation will be 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. Friday at Emken-Linton Funeral Home in Texas City. Emken-Linton Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - August 29, 2003

AVERY, JIMMY - Galveston - Jimmy Avery, 50, died August 27, 2003, at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11a.m. Saturday, August 30, 2003, at St. John's Baptist Church with Rev. Louis Simpson, officiating. Graveside services will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston. The family will receive visitors from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, August 29, 2003, at the funeral home with a wake to be held at 7pm. Jimmy was born June 13, 1953, in Beaumont, Texas. His family moved to Lake Charles where he attended Lake Charles elementary public schools. Moving to Galveston he attended Ball High School, graduating with the Class of 1974. For recreation he enjoyed riding his bike on the beach. He loved his work and was dedicated to his service at UTMB for over 30 years. He was a friend of Bill W. for 12 years, was a very loving person who enjoyed people.

Jimmy is survived by his mother, Mary Lee Johnson of Galveston; sister, Earnestine Renee King of Las Vegas, Nevada; brother, Frank Avery and wife, Betty of Galveston; nieces, Tonja Avery Washington, Tonya Avery and Amelia Avery; nephews, Eurice Jay Avery, Frank Avery, II, Tolen Avery and Justin Avery; numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives and many friends. Memorials in Jimmy's name may be made to "Friends of Bill" or the Galveston Brain Injury Association, 1528 Postoffice, Galveston, Texas 77550. Pallbearers will be friends of the family.Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.

The Galveston Daily News - February 24, 2003

AZAKEEM SMITH - Galveston — Azalee Smith passed away February 21, 2003, at Turner Geriatric Center. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, February 25th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home.