Obituaries
1925
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas - December 1, 1925Lifelong Galvestonian is Stricken Suddenly
SCHREIBER, PETER, years old, a lifelong resident of Galveston, died suddenly yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his residence 727 Ave. H. Mr. Schreiber, who was born and reared in this city is survived by his wife, one sister, Mrs. Locke; two daughters, Mrs. F. Seale and Mrs. J. Forgie; six sons, Joe, John, Harry, Alva, Willie and Peter Jr. and eleven grandchildren.
Mr. Schreiber was well known to Galveston, having at one time served in the City Council as Alderman from the Twelfth Ward. He was also a member of the Screwman's, Red Men's and Woodmen's organizations.
Mr. Schreiber had undergone an operation about three weeks ago and was apparently doing well.
Funeral Services will be held this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock at the family residence. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery with Rev. Raimundo de Ovries, Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church officiating.
Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1935
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas November 23, 1935SCHREIBER, LORENA MARGUERITE - Funeral Services for Mrs. Lorena Marguerite Schreiber, 43, wife of Harry W. Schreiber, fireman, will be held this afternoon, the procession moving from the funeral home of Malloy and Son at 4 o'clock to Sacred Heart Church Rev. M. S. Chataignon will officiate and burial will be in Old Catholic Cemetery.
Mrs. Schreiber, a native Galvestonian, died at 6:55 p.m. yesterday morning at John Sealy Hospital after an illness of 11weeks. She was born Dec. 19, 1891.
Surviving her are her husband: a daughter, Dorothy Schreiber; a son, Joseph Schreiber; a sister, Miss Gertrude Fagan, of Galveston, and other relatives.
Pallbearers will be C. T. Brosig, Frank Best, F. Boddeker, R. Vollet, R. Schmiedebert and Henry Freudenberg. Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1947
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas June 25, 1947SCHREIBER, MRS. MARY ELIZABETH - Pioneer Resident Succumbs at Home - Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Schreiber, 91, widow of Peter Schreiber and Pioneer Resident of Galveston died at her home, 723 Ball, Tuesday at 6:35 pm. Mrs. Schreiber came to Galveston from New Orleans in 1863 and was married November 3, 1875.
She had lived at her home on Ball since 1863. The House is said to be one of the first structures built in the East End. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church
She is survived by: Two daughters, Mrs. F. G. Seale and Mrs. Ethel Forgie, both of Galveston; Five sons, Joseph and Alva P. Schreiber, both of Houston; Harry William and Peter Schreiber, all of Galveston: Three Sisters, Mrs. L. D. Cook, Galveston; Mrs. J. Childress, Tucala, Texas, Mrs. I Cravey, Ranger; eleven grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced by J. Levy & Brothers Funeral Home.
Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1948
SOLIS, CHARLOTTE MARIE Died August 6, 2002 Born March 27, 19481956
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas May 23, 1956SCHREIBER, JOSEPH SIMS 27 Nov 1878 22 May 1956 Services for Joseph S. Schreiber, 75, a native Galvestonian and resident of Houston will be held at 10 p.m. Thursday in Earthman Funeral Home in Houston.
Mr. Schreiber died Tuesday night in his home, 242 Courtland, Houston. Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1960
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas - July 25, 1960SCHREIBER, HENRY LOUIS 'BIM' - 73, a native Galvestonian, died at his residence 116 Barracuda at 11 pm Saturday. He was a retired Fireman and served the city 36 years prior to his retirement in 1957. He was a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church, Eagles Lodge Aerie 48, and the Firemen's Local Union.
He is survived by a son, Joseph J. Schreiber of Galveston; Two sisters, Mrs. F. G. Seale and Mrs. Ethel Forgie, both of Galveston: Three brothers; Peter G. and William J., both of Galveston, and Al P. Schreiber of Houston; five grandchildren, a Great Grandchild, nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held from Malloy & Son Chapel at 3 pm Tuesday with the Rev. Edmond H. Gibson officiating. Burial will be in the Eagles Plot at Galveston Memorial Park.
Graveside Services will be under the auspices of Eagle Aerie 48.
Friends may call at the Funeral Home after 3pm Monday. Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1966
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas July 22, 1966SCHREIBER, WILLIAM J. - 70, of 723 B all St., Galveston, died unexpectedly at 12:30 p.m. Friday at the of the OFF office of a physician.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday at J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home with Rev. Bob E. Waters, pastor of St. John's Methodist Church of Texas City and Dr. Walter Willis, pastor of Moody Memorial First Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery.
Members of the Tucker Lodge No 297, AF & AM will conduct Masonic grave side services.
Mr. Schreiber was born July 15, 1896 and was a lifelong resident of Galveston. He was employed as a marine superintendent for G & H Towing Co. He held memberships in the Tucker Lodge, Scottish Rite, El Mina Shrine and the Maccabees.
Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Wilma Worthy and Mrs. Jo Ann Willis, both of Texas City; two brothers, Alva P. Schreiber of Corpus Christi and Peter Schreiber of Galveston; two sisters, Mrs. F. G. Seale and Mrs. Ethel C. Forgie, both of Galveston; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Pallbearers will be R. A. Willis, L. E. Howell, F. R. McMillan, J. W. Laursen, W.. H. Denton and R. Porretto. Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1970
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas February 10, 1970SEALE, SR.,FRED GEORGE - 93, of 720 Sealy, died at 8:30 P.M. Sunday.
Funeral services will be held at 1:45 P.M. Tuesday at Malloy & Son Funeral Home Chapel, followed by 2 P.M. Mass at the Sacred Heart Church, the Rev. T. W. Kappe, officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Seale was born Nov. 26, 1876, in London and had been a Galveston resident for 90 years. He retired from the U. S. Corps of Engineers and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife, Carrie Seale of Galveston, two daughters; Mrs. H. Freudenberg, Jr. of Galveston and Mrs. Marie Ferris of Galveston; two sons, Fred G. Seale, Jr. of Houston and Peter W. Seale of Galveston; three grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
A rosary was recited Monday at the Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Fred G. Seale III, Michael Pizzitola, William S. Fernandez, Henry Freudenberg III, Henry Sedgwick and R. B. Ekelund. Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1972
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas - January 14, 1972SCHREIBER, PETER GEORGE JR. - 05 Mar 1899 13 Jan 1972 Peter George Schreiber, Jr., a longtime employee of Southwestern Bell Telephone, died Thursday morning at St. Mary's Hospital
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at J. Levy & Bros Funeral Home with Rev. Eugene Cargill officiating. Burial will be in Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery. There will be a rosary 7, p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Mr. Schreiber, a lifetime resident of Galveston was born here March 5, 1899. He retired in 1965. He had been past president of Brigands Club, Telephone Pioneers of America and Communications Workers of American Workers of American Local No. 6125.
Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Elfrieda Schreiber, brother, Alva Peter Schreiber of Seguin; two sisters, Mrs. Fred (Carrie) Seale and Mrs. Ethel Forgie, both of Galveston.
Pallbearers will be J. J. Schreiber, Fred Seale, D. Worthy, R. Willis, R. Isabell and C. Benson. Honorary pallbearers will be B. C Hrncir, W. J. Bobb, A Martorell, A. Dusek, J. V. Martin, M. Myers and Dr. J. L. Jinkins, Sr.
The family has requested memorials be sent to the Ennis (Tex.) Home for the Aged.
Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1974
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas December 22, 1974SCHREIBER, ALVA PETER 'BUBA' - HOUSTON - Funeral services for Alva Peter Schreiber (Buba), 80, a native Galvestonian, will be held Monday in the Heights Funeral Home in Houston.
Mr. Schreiber died Friday in Guadalupe Hospital in Seguin. He was born July 5, 1894, in Galveston. He was a retired printer and had recently resided in Seguin.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Paul Rogers of Corpus Christi; two sisters, Mrs. Carrie Seale and Mrs. Ethel Forgie, both of Galveston; a granddaughter; two great-granddaughters; nieces and nephews. Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1976
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas June 17, 1976SCHREIBER, JOSEPH JAMES - HOUSTON -- Funeral services for Joseph James Schreiber, 57, of Houston, a former resident of Galveston, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. Eugene Cargill officiating. Burial will be in Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock under the direction of the Earthman Funeral Home in Bellaire, Tex.
Mr. Schreiber died Tuesday in Houston. He was a member of the Elks Lodge No. 126 in Galveston, the World Trade Club, the Cotton Exchange, the Houston Maritime Association and Columbia Lakes.
A rosary will be said today at the Earthman Funeral Home in Bellaire and friends may call at the Malloy & Son Funeral Home Friday afternoon until service time Saturday.
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ellaree Schreiber of Houston; three sons, Paul Joseph Schreiber of Lafayette, La., Ronald Schreiber and Donald Schreiber, both of Houston, a granddaughter, Mareia Schreiber of Lafayette; and a number of relatives in Galveston including two aunts, Mrs. Ethel Forgie and Mrs. Carrie Seale.
Pallbearers will be James Wingfield, W. Lee Crowley, Hardin Wittig, Herman Ewald Jr., Robert Eielund Jr. and John Dodds. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Keleman, Jack Bonner, Mo. O. Binson, Cliff Blakemore, Herb Baker, Bill Prin, Dick Bridgman, Timothy Young and Julian Platon.
The family asks that memorials be sent to the M. D. Anderson Hospital for Research in Houston. Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1981
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas - January 17, 1981SEALE, CARRIE LOUISE - Funeral services for Carrie Louise Seale, 100, of Galveston, will be held at 2 p. m. Thursday at the Trinity Episcopal Church, the Rev. John Donovan officiating.
Burial will follow the services at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Malloy and Son Funeral Home.
Mrs. Seale died Monday at St. Mary's Hospital in Galveston. Born Jan. 25, 1880 in Galveston, Mrs. Seale was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church.
Survivors include a daughter, Marie Farris of Galveston; two sons, Wilbur Seale of Galveston and Fred G. Seale, Jr. of Houston; three grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.
Pallbears will be Fred G. Seale, III, Henry Freudenburg III, William Fernandez, Michael Pizzitola, Johnny Pizzitola and Jimmy Pizzatola.
Visitors may call at the Malloy and Son Funeral Home after 3 p. m. today.
Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1982
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas - May 30, 1982SEALE, PETER WILBUR - 62, of Galveston, died Saturday at St. Mary's Hospital in Galveston.
Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Malloy & Son Funeral Home in Galveston, the Rev. Paul Chovanec officiating. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston.
A rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. tonight at the funeral home.
Mr. Seale was born May 17, 1920 in Galveston. He is survived by a sister Marie Farris of Galveston; a brother, Fred G. Seale Jr. of Houston; and other relatives.
Pallbearers will be Fred G. Seale III, Jim Pizzitola, Paul Freudenberg, Merle Funk, William Fernandez and Pete Fernandez. Honorary pallbearers will be Henry Freudenburg, Michael Pizzitola, John Pizzitola, Jeff Seale and Rocky Seale.
Visitors may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. today.
Submitted by Floyd L. "Lanny" Martin
1989
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas December 7, 1989SNYDER, RAYMOND M. TEXAS CITY - Raymond M. Snyder, 81, of Texas City, died Wednesday in Texas City.
Services are 10 a.m., Friday at the chapel of James Crowder Funeral Home of LaMarque. The Rev Dr. Mark Fetter will officiate. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock. Visitation is set for 4 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Born May 8, 1908, in Wheeling, W. Va., Mr.Snyder was a retired assistant mail supervisor for American National Insurance Co. He resided in Texas City for eight years, formerly of Galveston and was a member of First Lutheran Church of Galveston.
Survivors include his wife, Eleanora Snyder of Texas city; daughters, Lois Wheeler of Triadelphia, W.VA., and Nina Thomas of Texas City; sister, Mrs. Mildred Lowe of Galveston; six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Memorials may be sent to First Lutheran Church of Galveston. James Crowder Funeral Home LaMarque, Texas. Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1990
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas - June 5, 1990SCHREIBER, JANIE L. - TEXAS CITY - Janie Lee Schreiber, 87, of Texas City died Monday at College Park Nursing Home in Texas City.
Services are 10 a. m. Wednesday at Emken Linton Funeral Home. The Rev. Boyd Baker will officiate. Burial follow at Galveston Memorial Park. Visitation is set for 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Born Oct. 18, 1902, in Lometa, Mrs. Schreiber was a homemaker and a retired Avon saleslady. She was a member of the Eastern Star, Daughter of the Nile, and Moody Memorial Methodist Church in Galveston.
Survivors include her daughters, Sissy Krepser of Galveston, and Jo Ann Willis of Texas City; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Submitted by Floyd "Lanny" Martin
1993
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas April 19, 1993SHILOH, CHARLES - Born June 12, 1993, Died April 14, 1993
1994
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas June 13, 1994SENNA, DOUGLAS JAMES - Born September 7, 1927, Died June11, 1994
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas June 12, 1994
STUBBS, JR., SIDNEY P. Born December 12, 1924, Died June 10, 1994
1995
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas November 29, 1995SMITH, JR., JUDGE CHARLES B. - Born March 1, 1925, Died November 27, 1995
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas May 8, 1995
SMITH, HELEN L. (No dates)
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas May 9, 1995
SORDAHL, MARGARET G. FROILAND - Died May 7, 1995
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas November 30, 1995
SPILLER, IVAN K. - Died November 25, 1995
1996
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas November 26, 1996SAMUELS, HENRY - Born February 15, 1901 - Died November 23, 1996
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas November 26, 1996
SMITH, GLORIA Died November 25, 1996
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas November 29, 1996
SAWROLD, M.D., ALBERT NELSON Born March 26, 1912, Died November 27, 1996
SCHREIBR, William J. (7-22-1966)
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas December 2, 1996
SESSION, WILLIE L. Born August 28, 1902, Died November 27, 1996
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas November 30, 1996
STEVENS, MARY ELLEN Died November 29, 1996
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas November 26, 1996
SUTTON, NONA LATHROP Born 1919 - Died November 26, 1996
1999
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas June 26, 1999SCHROER, WILLIAM 'MINNESOTA BILL' Born April 14, 1925 - Died June 24, 1999
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas June 25, 1999
SHEMWELL, VIVIAN Died June 23, 1999
The Galveston Daily News - Galveston, Texas June 23, 1999
SMITH, JR., WILLIAM SHERMAN - Died June 23, 1999
2002
The Daily News Galveston, Texas August 5, 2002SALDANA, IRENE B. - Passed away on August 1, 2002. Visitation was held Sunday at Jack Rowe Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 5, 2002, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in League City. Interment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Dickinson.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas November 1, 2002
SALAZAR, INOCENCIA G. - age 66, died at Citizens Memorial Hospital, Thursday, October 31, 2002. Formerly from Galveston, she had lived in Victoria for the last twenty years. Funeral services are pending at McCabe Funeral Home, Victoria, Texas.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas October 18, 2002
SALLIE, LEE EDDIE Lee Eddie Sallie, age 95, of Galveston died Wednesday, October 16, 2002, at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas February 12, 2002
SAMFORD, MARTHA - Bacliff Martha Samford, 88, of Bacliff passed away Monday, February 11, 2002, in Texas City. Services are pending at Jack Rowe Funeral Home in League City.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas October 21, 2002
SANDOVAL, MARCUS GANE ROSS Marcus Gane Ross Sandoval, 40, of Texas City died Thursday, October 17, 2002, at John Sealy Hospital. Funeral services will be held 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, October 22, 2002, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, under the direction of Carnes Bros. Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas October 20, 2002
SANMANN, OUIDA - Ouida Sanmann passed away Saturday, October 12, 2002. A memorial celebration will be held at 5:00 P.M., at College of the Mainland, in the Teaching Auditorium (L-131).
The Daily News Galveston, Texas January 31, 2002
SCHAPER, SR., VICTOR DAVID - Galveston Victor David Schaper Sr., 77, of Galveston, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2002, at a UTMB hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending with Malloy & Son Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas February 1, 2002
SCHMIDT, LEONARD EDWARD - League City Leonard Edward Schmidt, 89, of League City passed away January 29, 2002, in Webster, Texas.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas February 6, 2002
SCHMITZ, LILLIAN -Brazoria - Lillian Schmitz, 94, left her earthly home, Monday, February 4, 2002, at her residence. Homegoing celebration pending with Augustus Funeral Home, Inc., 2104 Cedar Dr., La Marque, (409) 935-4116 or Fields-Augustus Funeral Home, Inc., 2702 Ave. L, Galveston, (409) 763-1631.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas August 21, 2002
SCHOW, JR., DR. CARL - Galveston Dr. Carl Schow, Jr., age 84, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, August 20, 2002. Arrangements are pending with J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas March 30, 2002
SCHROEDER, LEONA - Galveston Leona Schroeder, age 94, passed away Friday, March 29, 2002, at Turner Geriatric Center. Arrangements are pending with J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas February 19, 2002
SCHULTS, PEARL MARGARET Texas City - "Our Little Mama" Sunset- February 13, 2002 - Born in Anahuac, Texas on September 3, 1912, Pearl Schultz is survived by Kenneth C. Schultz, her husband of 54 years. Her ashes will be spread over Galveston Bay in front of the San Luis Resort.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas April 8, 2002
SCHWARTZ, RONALD MARK Galveston Ronald Mark Schwartz, 55, passed away pm Saturday, April 6, 2002. Services for Mr. Schwartz are scheduled for 11:30 a.m., Monday, April 8, 2002, at J. Levy Bros. Funeral Home in Galveston.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 4, 2002
SCOTT, ARCHIE EUGENE - 56, went to be with the Lord on July 1, 2002. Services are pending at Forest Park East Funeral Home and Cemetery.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas October 5, 2002
SCOTT, RAY - Galveston Ray "Scotty" Scott, age 79, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2002. Service are under direction of J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home.
SCURRY, SR., MITCHELL Died August 4, 2002
The Daily News Galveston, Texas September 25, 2002
SEALY, SR., JOHN ALFRED - 67, passed away Monday, September 23, 2002, at The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. A Chapel Service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, September 26, 2002, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston
The Daily News Galveston, Texas June 27, 2002
SEKALY, LLOYD WALLACE passed away Monday, June 24, 2002, at his residence. Lloyd's family will receive visitors from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, June 27, 2002, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m., led by Father Raymond Guidry.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas May 10, 2002
SENNETTE, SR., WILBERT JAMES - Galveston Wilbert James Sennette, Sr., 78, passed away into eternal rest Thursday, May 9, 2002, at his residence. Service arrangements are pending with E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary, Galveston, Texas (409) 762-8470.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas November 30, 2002
SESSION, ALICE - Texas City Mrs. Alice Session passed from this life Friday morning at her home. Funeral services are pending with Hayes Funeral Home (409) 925-3501.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas April 14, 2002
SHARP, DR. JAMES MARTIN - Galveston Dr. James Martin Sharp age 81, of Bayou Vista died Friday, April 12, 2002, at Gulf Health Care Center in Galveston.
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas August 7, 2002
SHEAFFER, LOUISE Died August 1, 2002.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 6, 2002
SHEILDS, JIMMIE G. - 66, passed away Friday, July 5, 2002, in Texas City. Arrangements are pending at Emken-Linton Funeral Home, Texas City.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas June 13, 2002
SHERELL, VERNIE - Dickinson Vernie Sherell of Dickinson, Texas passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2002, at Clear Lake Regional Medical Center in Webster, Texas. Arrangements are pending at Crowder Funeral Home in Dickinson, Texas.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 30, 2002
SHERWOOD, JOANN COTTON - TEXAS CITY - JoAnn Cotton Sherwood departed this life Friday, July 26, 2002, at UTMB. She will lie-in-state, Tuesday, July 30, 2002, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Greater Macedonia Baptist Church, 401 3rd Ave. North, Texas City, 77590, (409) 948-2590. Homegoing celebration will follow at 11:00 a.m.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 29, 2002
SHINETTE, FRANCES - GALVESTON - Frances Shinette, 76, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 28, 2002, at her residence in Galveston. Service arrangements are pending with E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary. (409)762-8470
The Daily News Galveston, Texas April 28, 2002
SIGEL, HERMAN - Houston Herman Sigel, age 86, passed away Friday, April 26, 2002.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas September 20, 2002
SIMMONS, JR., LORA - Dickinson Mr. Lora Simmons, Jr. passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2002, in Dickinson. Arrangements entrusted to Mainland Funeral Home, LaMarque, Texas (409) 938-8123.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas March 11, 2002
SIMMONS, MINNIE SKELTON - Galveston - Minnie Skelton Simmons, 89, passed away on Sunday March 10, 2002 at Turner Geriatric Center-Galveston.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas August 25, 2002
SIMPSON, DORIS ALEDIA HEJKES - Hitchcock Mrs. Doris Aledia Simpson passed from this life Thursday, August 22, 2002, at her home. Funeral services will be conducted 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 26, 2002, at First Baptist Church of Hitchcock under the direction of Hayes Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 11, 2002
SIMPSON, RANDOLPH - Galveston Randolph Simpson, 49, died Tuesday, July 9, 2002 at UTMB. Arrangements are pending with Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas January 21, 2002
SISEMORE, BETTY - Baycliff Betty Sisemore, 78, passed away, Thursday, January 17, 2002, in Texas City. Services are pending at Jack Rowe Funeral Home in League City. (281)332-1571
The Daily News Galveston, Texas November 4, 2002
SMITH, ERNESTINE VENZA TRAMONTE , 86, went to live with her Lord on Friday, November 1, 2002. A Chapel Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 5, 2002, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston, under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas February 28, 2002
SMITH, REAR ADMIRAL JOHN W. 'JACK' - 80, USN, RET, of Slidell, Louisiana passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2002, at Baptist Memorial Hospital, New Orleans, Louisiana of cancer. Services under the direction of Honaker Funeral Homes and Cemeteries, Inc., Slidell, LA.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas October 31, 2002
SMITH, LELA L. - Galveston Lela L. Smith, 92, passed away into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 30, 2002, at UTMB Hospital. Service arrangements are pending with E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary, Galveston, Texas (409) 762-8470.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas November 8, 2002
SMITH, LEWIS - Galveston Lewis Smith, 88, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2002, at Gulf Health Care, Galveston. Services pending in Grapeland, Texas. Local arrangements by Malloy & Son Funeral Home.
The Galveston Daily News Galveston, Texas August 6, 2002
SMITH, JR., ROY Born December 16, 1919, Died August 3, 2002
The Daily News Galveston, Texas August 7, 2002
SOLIS, CHARLOTTE MARIE - Charlotte Marie Solis, 54, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2002, at her residence in Galveston, Texas. Service arrangements are pending under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 19, 2002
SOSA, GUY BILLY - GALVESTON Guy Billy Sosa, 28, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2002, at the University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. A Chapel Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 20, 2002, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 31, 2002
SOTO, GABRIEL E. 'GABE' - LEAGUE CITY Gabriel E. "Gabe" Soto, 39, passed away Monday, July 29, 2002, in League City, Texas. Service arrangements are pending under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas September 23, 2002
SPAULDING, GORDON GRANGER - Santa Fe Mr. Gordon Granger Spaulding passed from this life Friday, September 20, 2002, in Texas City. Funeral services will be conducted 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 24, 2002, in the chapel of Hayes Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas April 25, 2002
SQUARE, LEPOLEON - Texas City Visitation for Mr. Lepoleon "Pig Meat" Square will be held from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday (today), April 25th at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel in LaMarque
The Daily News Galveston, Texas April 2, 2002
STARKEY, PAUL - League City Paul Starkey, 74, passed away March 30, 2002, due to a lengthy illness.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 5, 2002
STERLING, ROBERT L., beloved husband, father, and Paw-Paw went to be with his Savior July 3, 2002 following a lengthy illness.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas - May 19, 2002
STERLING, WILLIAM FRANK 'BILL - 71 of Texas City passed away Saturday, May 18, 2002 at his residence. Arrangements are pending at the James Crowder Funeral Home in La Marque.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 7, 2002
STEVENS, J. E. 'JACK' formerly of Galveston, died in Hurst, Texas July 3, 2002, at age 81.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas July 11, 2002
STEWART, DORIS - Galveston Doris Stewart, 77, died Wednesday, July 10, 2002 at UTMB. Arrangements are pending with Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas June 8, 2002
STEWART, MADELINE A. - age 86, of Galveston died Friday, May 31, 2002, at her residence. Funeral services are set for 11:00 am Saturday, June 8, 2002, at Compton Memorial Church of God in Christ all under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.
The Daily News - Galveston, Texas March 23, 2002
STEWART, MILDRED 'JEAN' - League City, Texas Mildred "Jean" Stewart, 77, passed away at her residence in League City, Texas on March 22, 2002.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas August 9, 2002
STIFFLEMIRE, WILLIAM DURWARD William Durward Stifflemire, born in Lexington, Texas, on April 20, 1913, died peacefully at home on August 6, 2002. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2002, at James Crowder Funeral Home in La Marque.
The Daily News - Galveston, Texas - June 21, 2002
STOUT, GLADYS WEAVER - Funeral services for Gladys Weaver Stout born December 31, 1920, will be today at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of James Crowder Funeral Home, La Marque.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas August 4, 2002
STOUT, MARTHA ANN McKONE - Fellows, daughter of Irma and Donald McKone was born on August 2nd, 1933, Washington D.C. and fell asleep in death, July 31st, 2002. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 5, 2002, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 701 22nd Street, Galveston Texas
The Daily News Galveston, Texas May 29, 2002
STRICKLAND, GENEVA - Galveston Geneva Strickland, age 80, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2002, at Gulf Health Care Center. Arrangements are pending with J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas October 30, 2002
STUBBS, HELEN ENOCHS Helen Enochs Stubbs, age 88, of Galveston died Monday, October 28, 2002, at Turner Geriatric Center in Galveston. Arrangements are pending at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas August 12, 2002
SULLIVAN, JOHN E. - Galveston John E. Sullivan, age 68, passed away in Tyler, Texas on Saturday, August 10, 2002. Arrangements are pending with J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas October 12, 2002
SWINDELL, PAULINE - West Texas City Mrs. Pauline Swindell passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2002 at her home. Arrangements entrusted to Mainland Funeral Home, La Marque, Texas (409) 938-8123.
The Daily News Galveston, Texas August 19, 2002
SYLER, RACHEL LU Rachel Lu Syler 86 of Galveston died Sunday, August 18, 2002 at her residence. Funeral arrangements are pending at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.
2003
The Galveston Daily News - May 19, 2003SALINAS, GILBERT L., 61, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2003at his residence in Galveston, Texas. Service arrangements are pending under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home in Galveston. Broadway Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - May 20, 2003
SALINAS, GILBERT L - 61, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2003, at his residence in Galveston. Broadway Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
The Galveston Daily News - September 28, 2003
SALINAS, SOBEIDA - Sobeida Salinas, 84, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2003 at Gulf Health Care Center, Texas City, Texas. A Chapel Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, September 29, 2003 in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston, with Associate Pastor Dan Loaiza of the Calvary Chapel in Friendswood, Texas, officiating. Gathering for visitation will be held on Sunday evening, September 28, 2003 also in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home. Mrs. Salinas' family will be receiving friends at the funeral home from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Broadway Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - November 23, 2003
SALTER, MARCUS N. - Galveston - Marcus N. Salter, 78, passed away from this life on Wednesday, November 19, 2003, at UTMB Hospital. Mr. Salter was born July 24, 1925, in Galveston, to Cornelius Simmons and Betty Garret Salter. He graduated from Central High School with the class of 1943. He proudly served his country through the U. S. Army from 1943 to 1946, where he ranked Private 1st class fighting WW II. After serving the US Army he worked at Jack Tar Hotel for many years and later retired from St. Mary Hospital after 30 years.
The Galveston Daily News - August 7, 2003
SALTERS, RUBY LEE "RUBY LEE' - Galveston - Ruby Lee Salters, 60, of Galveston passed away from this life on Sunday, August 3, 2003, at U.T.M.B. Hospital. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2003, at First Union Baptist Church with Rev. David L. Everson, officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 4 p.m. Friday, August 8, 2003, followed by a wake from 7-8p.m.Ruby was born November 9, 1942, in Opelousas, Louisiana. to the late Mose, Jr. and Louella Brown Oakley. She was a longtime resident of Galveston and was a retired nurses aide. She was preceded in death by her parents and is survived by her children, William Salters, Jr., of Galveston, Valerie Everette of Houston, Melvin Lyons Leamon Lyons, Jr., Betty Lyons, Lora Lyons, Marilyn Lyons all of Galveston and Lester Lyons of Killeen, Texas; five grandchildren, five great grandchildren; aunt, Lucille Smith; host of other relatives and friends. Floral and cards may be sent to E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary, 3828 Avenue O, Galveston, Texas 77550. E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - July 31, 2003
SAM, ELIZABETH 'BETH' PAYNE - Los Angeles, CA - Elizabeth "Beth" Payne Sam, 80, departed this earthly life for her eternal resting place on Sunday, July 27, 2003, in Gardena, California. She is survived by four devoted, loyal and loving children, Barbara Payne-Staling (Floyd) of Compton, California; Robert Payne (Joyce) of West Texas City, Texas; Kenneth and Daphne Sam of Oakland, California. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2003, at the chapel of Harrison-Ross Mortuary, Crenshaw District, Los Angeles, California. Wynn Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - October 30, 2003
SAMS, JESSIE B. - La Marque - Our beloved, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Mrs. Jessie B. Sams departed this earthly life to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 26, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City. Visitation will be from 2p.m. to 8p.m. Friday, October 31, 2003, at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel in La Marque. There will be no wake. Family members and friends will gather on Saturday, November 1, 2003, at 1 p.m. at Progressive Baptist Church, 5820 FM 1765 in Texas City to celebrate her life. Pastor Jonathan D. Steele Sr. will officiate the services. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock. Mainland Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - August 28, 2003
SANCHEZ, MARGARITA S. - Galveston - Margarita S. Sanchez, 90, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2003, at The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, August 29, 2003, at St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica, Galveston, with Fr. John LaBauve, S.V.D., as Celebrant. Burial will follow services Friday at Lakeview Cemetery, also in Galveston. A Vigil Service will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, August 28, 2003, followed by The Rosary, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston, as recited by Deacon John Pistone of St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica. Mrs. Sanchez's family will be receiving friends for visitation at the funeral home on Thursday evening after 5 p.m. Mrs. Sanchez was born in San Leon, Texas, July 27, 1913, however, she has been a longtime resident of Galveston most all of her life. In her younger adult life, Mrs. Sanchez owned and operated "Sanchez Cleaning", a local island cleaners, for which some may remember her by. Some may remember Mrs. Sanchez for her involvement at election time as Deputy Clerk of Precinct 310, at City Hall and many, however, will remember her for the love she held for her family. She was a loving wife and mother and perhaps one of her favorite joys in her life were her grandchildren and their children. She was the first of five generations within her family and her "being" was the foundation of one solid family commitment. She was a loving individual who will be sadly missed. Mrs. Sanchez was a lover of outdoors. She enjoyed daily walks down 23rd street here in Galveston and would frequently visit different island restaurants and eateries along the way. She loved to garden and many can tell of the wonderful grapefruits they enjoyed from her beautiful backyard grapefruit tree. Watermelons and an orange tree made up some of the setting, as well. She loved to dance and whenever she could, wherever she was, she would enjoy a good dance with those in her family and also her friends. She leaves behind many wonderful memories to remember her by. Mrs. Sanchez is predeceased in death by her husband, Angel M. Sanchez; her parents, Patricio and Josephina Santana and also two of her sons, Florentino Gutierrez and also Santos Gutierrez, Jr. She leaves behind many fond memories with her children, Frances Polkinghorne and husband, Joseph of Santa Fe, Texas, Mary Ward of Galveston, Texas and Lupe Lopez of Texas City, Texas. Sharing in her loss, also, are Mrs. Sanchez's loving grandchildren, Lena Boutelle, Betty McDaniel, Laura Kay Polkinghorne, Jimmie Foy, Jr., Lucy Latiolais, Arch Teer, Jr., Minnie Bernard, Allen Teer, Brenda Sweeney, Santos Gutierrez, III and Ricky Gutierrez, her great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, a host of other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Sanchez's son-in-law, Joseph Polkinghorne, her grandsons, Jimmie Foy, Jr., Earl Boutelle, Steven McDaniel, Arch Teer, Jr., Allen Teer, and Jochen Heyd and also family friend, Albert Bernard. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mrs. Sanchez's son, Lupe Lopez, her grandson, Lenzy Gamble and great-grandson, Steven Edwards. Mrs. Sanchez's family would like to take this opportunity to give a very special thank you to the entire medical staff of The University of Texas Medical Branch, Emergency Room for the wonderful attention and care given to Mrs. Sanchez upon her arrival to their facility. Also a special thank you to all their friends at the Patio Restaurant who attended to Mrs. Sanchez until medical attention could be given. Broadway Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - September 13, 2003
SANDERS, DONNA LEE - Donna Lee Sanders, 69, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2003, in her Stillwater Oklahoma home. All arrangements will be held in Stillwater, Oklahoma.Donna was born in Geneva, New York on December 22, 1934. She was a resident of Galveston for 29 years and recently moved to Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her mother Claire Dennison. She is survived by her husband William Clayton Sanders; sisters Jerry Dennison, Gail Biggio and Evelyn Hunter; brother Steven Dennison; children Angela Paisley, Victor Spell, Barry Warnke and wife Jody and Matt Dennison of Galveston, Tammy Hahn and husband Larry of Stillwater, Oklahoma, Randy Spell and wife Patty of Austin, Texas, Kevin Spell and wife Elizabeth of Amarillo, Texas, Chucky Spell and wife Becky of California and Chris Sanders of Milton, Florida. Grandchildren Julie Lopez, William Paisley, Jr., Michael Spell, Justin Spell, Zachary Spell, Jennifer Miqulic and Donna Warnke of Galveston, Texas, Jamie Forsyth, Jennifer Forsyth, Tony Forsyth, Buddy Forsyth of Stillwater, Oklahoma, Joseph Gamble of Madison, Tennessee, Tony Mize, Randy Mize, Richard Spell and Brandi Spell of Austin, Texas, Justin Baily of California; great grandchildren Tiffany Hughes of Galveston, Karma Gamble of Madison, Tennessee, Hanna and Alexandra Forsyth of Stillwater, Oklahoma. Her memories will live on in the hearts of family and friends always.
The Galveston Daily News - December 1, 2003
SANDERS, GRACIE F. 'MAW MAW' - La Marque - Mrs. Gracie F. "Maw Maw" Sanders, passed from this life Friday morning in Galveston. Born January 17, 1944, in Jasper, Mrs. Sanders had been a long-time Galveston County resident, having lived in LaMarque for the last 15 years. She was a homemaker who loved crocheting, reading romance novels, watching movies, and was known to many by her CB handle, "Bannie Hen". Hayes Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - August 21, 2003
SANDERS, JESSIE MAE - Texas City - Homegoing celebration for Jessie Mae Sanders, will be held Saturday, August 23, 2003, at 11 a.m., at Maxey Funeral Home, Paris, Texas. Visitation is Saturday morning before the service from 9-11 a.m. She leaves to cherish her memories, devoted daughter, Alberta (Albert Ben) Jacquet, and a host of other relatives and friends. Flowers may be sent to the funeral home between 9-12 p.m. Augustus Funeral Home, 2104 Cedar Dr., La Marque (409) 935-4116 www. augustusfuneralhome.com Augustus Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - March 1, 2003
SANDERS, LETHA M. - 79, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2003, at Danforth Gardens in Texas City, Texas. Funeral arrangements are pending with Wynn Funeral Home, 602-32nd Street, Galveston, Texas 77550.
The Galveston Daily News - September 23, 2003
SANTOS, JR., RICARDO H. 'RICKY JOE' - Galveston - Ricardo H. "Ricky Joe" Santos, Jr., passed away Friday, September 19, 2003 at The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10a.m., Wednesday, September 24, 2003, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Galveston, with Fr. John Paul Flajole, O.F.M., as Celebrant. Burial will follow services Wednesday at Calvary Cemetery, also in Galveston. A Rosary Service in his memory will be held at 7p.m. Tuesday, September 23, 2003, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home. Mr. Santos' family will be receiving friends for visitation at the funeral home on Tuesday evening after 5p.m. Broadway Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - January 27, 2003
SANVILLE, SCOTT "AMIGO PAPA" 46, of Texas City, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2003 in Texas City. Funeral services are pending at Emken-Linton Funeral Home in Texas City.
The Galveston Daily News - July 20, 2003
SAVAGE, MRS. GWENDOLYN - Teague, Texas - Mrs. Gwendolyn Savage, 71, of Teague, Texas passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 in Tyler, Texas. She was born in Paoli, Oklahoma on August 12, 1931. She had lived in Galveston, Texas for 25 years and moved to Teague, Texas ten years ago. She is survived by her husband of fifty-three years Barnie Bob Savage of Teague; daughter Carolyn Crundwell and husband John of Teague; son, Edward Savage and wife Sheila of Galveston; two grandchildren, Caitlin Savage and Petty Officer 3rd Class Travis Savage both of Galveston; two sisters Norma Robinson of Muskogee, Oklahoma and Elva Isaac of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma and numerous nieces and nephews.
The Galveston Daily News - August 15, 2003
SAVANICH, JOHN JOSEPH -Galveston - John Joseph Savanich, 85, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2003, at The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston. Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m., Friday, August 15, 2003, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home also in Galveston. Gathering for visitation will also be held on Friday, August 15, 2003, at the funeral home. Mr. Savanich's family will be receiving friends for visitation at the funeral home Friday evening from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. In accordance with his wishes, Mr. Savanich will be cremated. Mr. Savanich was born in Savannah, Georgia September 11, 1917. However, he has been a Galveston Island resident for most all of his life. He was employed as a mechanic's supervisor in the tool room of Todd Shipyards where he later retired after 49 years of hard work and dedication. As a WWII Veteran, Mr. Savanich served proudly in the United States Marine Corps during the time period from March 1945, to March, 1946.Mr. Savanich is predeceased in death by his parents, Frank and Agnes Savanich; one of his granddaughters, Deborah Renee Huling-Gross; his only sister and several brothers. He leaves behind many fond memories with his loving and devoted wife of 33 years, Dolores V. "Dee" Savanich of Galveston, Texas and his children, Robert Lee Savanich and wife, Sandy of San Juan Capistrano, California, Patricia Brown and husband, Charlie of Palm Springs, California, Catherine Huling and husband, Robert of Belflower, California, Susie Glendenning of Texas City, Texas and Thomas Watts, also of Texas City, Texas. Also sharing in his loss is Mr. Savanich's granddaughter, Summer Ann Cadajas and husband, Arnold of Texas City, Texas, his great-grandaughter, Makayla Deann Cadajas of Texas City, Texas, nieces and nephews, a host of other relatives and many friends, most especially, his devoted friend, Pete Sanchez. He will be sadly missed, yet the memories he leaves behind will be held deep within the hearts of those that knew him and loved him. He will be sadly missed. In lieu of flowers, Mr. Savanich's family is requesting that memorials in his memory be made to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 880, P.O. Box 867, Galveston, Texas, 77550. Broadway Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - May 15, 2003
SCHAPER, MARY ANN - Texas City Mary Ann Schaper, 71, of Texas City died at her residence in Texas City, Wednesday, May 14, 2003. Funeral arrangements are pending at the James Crowder Funeral Home in La Marque.
The Galveston Daily News - July 21, 2003
SCHECK, KEITH DEVON - Infant, Keith Devon Scheck, of Santa Fe, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2003, at U.T.M.B. Hospital in Galveston. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 22, 2003, at Grace Memorial Park in Santa Fe, Texas, with Reverend Kathy Ozenberger officiating. Services are under the direction of Malloy & Son Funeral Home. Keith was of the Christian faith. He is survived by his parents, Steven Paul Scheck and Christina Danaille Bland, of Santa Fe; grandparents, Elizabeth and Jimmie Scheck, of Dickinson, and Carrie and Kerry Bland of Santa Fe; great grandparents, Mollie and Delbert Jamison, of Santa Fe; Guy and Bridgette Holloway, of Santa Fe; and O. D. and Erma Bland of Kovar, Tx. Malloy & Son Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - November 12, 2003
SCHLITZBERGER, JR., JOHN C. - On November 8, 2003, John C. Schlitzberger, Jr., died leaving his wife Dolores; daughter Nanette Jay and husband Tommy; sons Edwin Schlitzberger and wife Darlene, John C. Schlitzberger III; grandchildren Jill, Jeremy, Shawna, Michael, Eddie, Debbie, Froeda and Laura; brothers Robert Schlitzberger and wife Dianne, Tommy Schlitzberger and wife Elida; brothers in laws, Tony Quevedo and wife Joyce, I. J. Quevedo and wife Teresa; sister-in-law Virginia Quevedo and many nieces, nephews and friends.
The Galveston Daily News - November 12, 2003
SCHNEIDER, CHARLES E. - Galveston - Charles E. Schneider, 85, of Galveston, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City. The family will receive visitors at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 12, 2003, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. A rosary will be held at 7 p.m., led by Father Bill Bartniski. Charles was born August 7, 1918, in Omaha, Nebraska. He was a veteran of World War II with service in the U.S. Army Air Corp. He retired from Kiwi Shoe Polish Company as the Southwest Regional Manager. Charles was a member of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church. Malloy & Son Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - November 23, 2003
SCHNEIDER, JR., FELINO B. - Texas City - Felino B. Schneider, Jr., 75, of Texas City, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2003. He was born on November 10, 1928, in Jose Panganiban Camarines Norte, Philippines. Mr. Schneider was a 3rd degree and 4th degree knight in The Knights of Columbus #5236, in La Marque. He was a painter for Mundy at Chocolate Bayou for seventeen years, as well as a member of St. Mary's Men's Club and St. Mary's Catholic Church in Texas City. James Crowder Funeral Home-La Marque
The Galveston Daily News - October 10, 2003
SCHNEIDER, PH.D., ROSE GRUNDFEST - (1908 - 2003) Galveston - Rose Grundfest Schneider, Ph.D. died of natural causes at her home at 123 Tarpon Street in Galveston on Wednesday afternoon at the age of 95. An informal memorial gathering for those who wish to share their remembrances and pay their last respects will be held at 2p.m. on Sunday afternoon October 12, 2003, at her home.
The Galveston Daily News - April 10, 2003
SCHOTT, LILY CHOATE - Galveston Lily Choate Schott, age 91, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2003. Arrangements are pending with J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home.
The Galveston Daily News - April 19, 2003
SCHOTT, LILY CHOATE - Galveston- Lily Choate Schott died on Tuesday, April 8, 2003, at the age of 91. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 21, 2003, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2003, at 10 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church. Lily has requested cremation.
The Galveston Daily News - November 22, 2003
SCHROEDER, LESLIE JOHN - Texas City - Leslie John Schroeder, born March 22, 1930, in Galveston, Texas, passed away at his home November 20, 2003. He was retired after thirty-nine years of employment from Union Carbide. In his lifetime, Mr. Schroeder was a Korean War Navy Veteran, a Boy Scout Leader, a Little League Coach and an active sportsman. He was instrumental in forming and coordinating the Texas City "City By The Bay Tours", publishing the newsletter for the Carbide Retiree Corp Texas City Chapter, and contributed to various activities for the Memorial Lutheran Church of Texas City. James Crowder Funeral Home-La Marque
The Galveston Daily News - August 8, 2003
SCHULTZ, BILLY - Carthage, TX - Funeral services for Billy Schultz, 50, of Carthage will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday August 3, 2003, at Jimerson Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be at Restland Memorial Park. Billy passed away Thursday, July 31, 2003, in Carthage, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Jimerson Funeral Home. Billy was born on December 9, 1952 in Houston, Texas. He was the son of William F. and Nona Strunk Schultz. He was raised in Dickinson, Texas where he graduated from high school and he moved to Carthage 25 years ago. Jimerson Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - August 8, 2003
SCOTT, DENOIS C. T. - Philadelphia, PA - Homegoing celebration for Denois C.T. Scott, will be held Saturday, August 9, 2003, at 10 a.m., in the Glenn Dale Augustus Memorial Chapel. Burial is at Lakeview Cemetery. A wake will be on Friday, August 8, 2003, from 7-9 p.m. He leaves to cherish his memories; Cheryl Ann Sonnier Filer, of Houston; guardian, Henry Little, of Philadelphia; sisters, Renee Sonnier, of Houston, Felicia Scott, of Hitchcock, Sharon Lacey, of La Marque, Clotide Little, of Galveston; brothers, Anthony Sonnier and Vincent Filer, all of Houston; grandfather, Sam Baldwin; and grandmother, Beulah Dupree . Augustus Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - May 20, 2003
SCOTT, JR., ED - Galveston Ed Scott, Jr., 71, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2003, at UTMB Hospital. Service arrangements by E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - November 2, 2003
SCOTT, MARY M. NELSON - Houston - Visitation for Mary Marie Nelson Scott, 28, formerly of Texas City will be from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 4, 2003, at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 5, 2003, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 227 - 4th Avenue North in Texas City with Pastor L. D. Johnson, officiating. Burial will follow at Mainland Memorial Cemetery in Hitchcock. Mainland Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - September 11, 2003
SCOTT, SIDNEY F. 'SCOOBY' - Texas City - Mr. Sidney Scott passed away on September 4, 2003, at his home with his family and loved ones at his side. Visitation for Mr. Scott will begin at 3 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2003, followed by a wake from 6 to 8 p.m. at Greater Macedonia Baptist, 401 - 3rd Avenue North in Texas City. Funeral service will be held Saturday, September 13, 2003, at 1p.m. at Greater Macedonia Baptist Church with Pastor Robert Maxey, officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster, Texas under the direction of Mainland Funeral Home of La Marque. Mainland Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - December 23, 2003
SCURRY, THOMS LEE 'BUBBA' (MR. THOMAS) - Galveston Thomas Lee Scurry, our beloved brother passed away on Friday, December 19, 2003, at UTMB Hospital. Thomas was born December 27, 1952, in Galveston, Texas. He was a devoted and loving son, brother, uncle and friend. He was an outstanding chess player, known by many. He was preceded in death by his mother and is survived by his father, Ernest Scurry, Jr.; brothers, Ernest Scurry, III, Rudell Morris, Jr. and David Morris (Dora); sisters, Linda Stredic, Shirley Scurry-Brown and Floretta Alexander (Clyde); host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - December 18, 2003
SEGURA, HILDA M. - Port Bolivar - Hilda M. Segura, 57, passed away Monday, December 15, 2003, at UTMB Hospital. She was born on March 18, 1946, in Vidor, Texas. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and all-around caretaker for all who needed her. She is survived by her husband of forty-three years Larry Segura; daughter Ellie Tovar and husband Odilon; grandchildren Lawrence and Jon Joseph Tovar, and the rest of the Tovar family and children; brothers Charles Cormier, Wes Wilson, William Cormier, Thomas Cormier; sisters Debbie Merritt and Janie Holliefield; aunts Estella and James Adams and family, Marie and Nathan Abshire and family; and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives. J. Levy & Bro. Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - October 16, 2003
SEIFFERT, FRANCES M. - Texas City - Frances M. Seiffert, 83, of Texas City, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2003, at Regent Care Center in The Woodlands. Funeral services will be held 3:30 p.m. Thursday, October 16, 2003, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Texas City. At 3 p.m., prior to the service, a Rosary will be recited. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Dickinson under the direction of Emken-Linton Funeral Home. She was preceded in death by her husband J. C. "Joe" Seiffert. Emken-Linton Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - July 23, 2003
SENDEJAS, SR., FIDENCIO RANGEL - Htichcock - Fidencio Rangel, "PoPo", Sendejas, Sr., 74, went to join his daughter, Virginia Ann Sendejas and also one of his grandsons, Isaac Sendejas, in Heaven on Sunday, July 20, 2003, after a very courageous battle with cancer.
A mass of Christian burial will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 10114 Hwy. 6, Hitchcock, Texas at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 24, 2003, with Fr. John Kappe, as Celebrant. Burial will follow services Thursday at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Dickinson, Texas. A vigil service will be held at 7 p.m., Wednesday, July 23, 2003, followed by the reciting of The Rosary, also at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Mr. Sendejas' family will be receiving friends for visitation at the church Wednesday evening from 5 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.Broadway Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - November 25, 2003
SERRATO, CHRISTINA 'TINA' - Texas City - Christina "Tina" Serrato, 62, loving wife, mother, daughter and grandmother born in Seguin, Texas in 1941, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, November 23, 2003. On Tuesday, November 25, 2003, visitation will be held at Emken Linton Funeral Home from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. with a Rosary beginning at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 26, 2003, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Texas City. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston. Emken-Linton Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - October 26, 2003
SHAKLOVITZ, SHERYL (SHERI) - Santa Fe - Sheri Shaklovitz of Santa Fe, Texas was born on December 28, 1957, in Louisville, Kentucky to Hilary William (Joe) Sheehan and Bess Sheehan. They moved to Pasadena, Texas when Sheri was four years old. She attended Pasadena schools and graduated from Sam Rayburn High School and San Jacinto College. Hilary William (Joe) Sheehan preceded his daughter in death in 1999. She was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Santa Fe, Texas. Forest Park East Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - December 21, 2003
SHARPLESS, ROBERT O'BAR (ROBBY) - Robert O'Bar (Robby) Sharpless, 51, of Crystal Beach, Texas, passed away Friday, December 19, 2003, at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston, after a brief illness. He was born and raised in Port Arthur, graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and Lamar University in Beaumont, and was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. He was a member of the Professional Golf Association of America for 21 years and served as the Head Golf Professional at Chambers County Golf Course, Bobby Jones Golf Course in Sarasota, Florida, and Rancho Caribe Golf Course in Crystal Beach, Texas. He designed and supervised the construction of the course in Crystal, Beach.
The Galveston Daily News - October 23, 2003
SHEINALL, HORTENSE - Galveston - Hortense Sheinall, went on to receive her reward of eternal rest on Saturday, October 18, 2003, at U.T.M.B. Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2003, at 1 p.m. in the chapel of E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary, with Rev. Norris D. Burkley, Sr. officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Cemetery in Galveston. E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - October 3, 2003
SHEPHEARD, GEORGIA MAE - Dickinson - Georgia Mae Shepheard, 85, was born November 30, 1917, in Bryan, Texas to the union of Susie and Jack Conway. She went to be with the Lord on September 30, 2003, at Triumph East Hospital in Houston. Ms. Shepheard lived in Dickinson, Texas with her daughter. Her parents, twin brother John Conway, sisters Hattie and Amy, brothers James, Joseph, A. J. and O.A. Conway preceded her in death.
The Galveston Daily News - July 20, 2003
SHEPPARD, SANDRA MARIE "DEE" - Sandra Marie "Dee" Sheppard, 51, beloved sister, mother, aunt and niece; passed from this life on Thursday, July 17, 2003, morning at U.T.M.B. Hospital. She was the seventh child born to Ida Mae and Albert Sheppard on December 27, 1951, in Galveston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., on Monday, July 21, 2003, immediately followed by funeral services at 1:00 p.m., at Wynn Funeral Home, 602-32nd Street, Galveston, Texas; with the Rev. Marshall Boxley, officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Galveston, Texas. She was a kind and generous person, always willing to give from her heart to those in need or troubled and never accepting favor in return. She loved animals and had a special fondness for cats. She attended public schools and was a graduate of Ball High School, Class of 1970. She was baptized at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church under the pastorate of the late Reverend Simmons. Her marriage to Robert Roberson produced her only child, Cherish Angel Roberson to whom she devoted her love and life until her death. Wynn Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - June 18, 2003
SHILOH, NAOMI - Galveston Naomi Shaloh, 81, passed away at her residence in Galveston. Services are pending with Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston.
The Galveston Daily News - July 8, 2003
SHOLMIRE, BERYL DORIS JACOBSON - Texas City - Beryl Doris Jacobson Sholmire, 67, of Texas City, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m., Thursday, July 10, 2003, at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock with Father John Williams of St. Michael's Episcopal Church officiating. Visitation will be 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. Wednesday at Emken-Linton Funeral Home in Texas City. Emken-Linton Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - October 23, 2003
SHORTER, BERNICE - Galveston - Bernice Shorter, received her reward of eternal rest on Saturday, October 18, 2003, at Clear Lake Regional Medical Center in Webster, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2003, at 11 a.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church, Rev Solomon Shorter, officiating, Pastor A. W. Colbert, eulogist. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery
Visitation will be held Friday, October 24, 2003, from 7-8 p.m. at E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary.E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - September 23, 2003
SIMMONS, NORMA E. - Texas City - Norma E. Simmons, a loving mother and grandmother, 79, of Texas City, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday, September 24, 2003, at Emken-Linton Funeral Home with Pastor Carl Strickland officiating. Burial will follow at Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock. Visitation will be 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Emken-Linton Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - October 26, 2003
SIMMONS, ROGER 'ELI' La Marque - Roger "Eli" Simmons, 58, of La Marque passed away Thursday, October 23, 2003, at the VA Hospital in Houston, Texas. He was born on March 2, 1945, in Mississippi, a truck driver with a chemical trucking company, and he served in the US Army. He was preceded in death by his parents Perry and Maxine Simmons. He is survived by his daughter Kimberly Simmons of League City; and son and daughter-in-law; Grady and Dezarai Simmons of Willis; brother and sister-in-law Terry and Donna Simmons of La Marque; two grandchildren Dalton Simmons and Alyssa Simmons. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2003, at 6 p.m, at the James Crowder Funeral Home, La Marque.
The Galveston Daily News - August 29, 2003
SIMON, SR., CHARLES THOMAS 'BUTCH' Texas City - Charles Thomas "Butch" Simon, Sr., 65, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2003, at Columbia Mainland Center Hospital, Texas City, Texas. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, August 30, 2003, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Galveston, with Fr. John Bok, O.F.M., Pastor, as Celebrant. Burial will follow services Saturday at Grace Memorial Park Cemetery in Alta Loma, Texas. A Prayer Service will be held at 6:30 p.m., Friday, August 29, 2003, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home, also in Galveston, with Mr. Simon's son, David, officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home Friday evening from 5p.m. until 8p.m. Mr. Simon was born on Galveston Island, July 14, 1938, and has been a lifelong resident of Galveston County, living both in Galveston and Texas City all of his life. For many years he worked for the Galveston Wharves as a longshoreman before becoming employed by the City of Galveston. He later went to work for Falstaff Brewery, and upon his retirement, he furthered his employment with The University of Texas Medical Branch. Mr. Simon is predeceased in death by his parents, Adam Simon, Sr. and Ida Mae Simon Vassallo and also his only brother, Adam Simon, Jr. He is survived by his family, Donna O'Connor, mother of his children and five sons, Charles T. Simon, Jr. and wife, Jacqueline of League City, Texas, James A. Simon, also of League City, Robert W. Simon and wife, Cindy of La Marque, Texas, David A. Simon and wife, Lori of Galveston, Texas and Joseph M. Simon of Seabrook, Texas. Sharing in his loss, also, are Mr. Simon's grandchildren, Kristen Simon, Caroline Simon, Andrew Simon, Cara Simon, Megan Simon, Jacob Simon, Skylar Simon, Schamira Simon and Anthony Simon, his devoted and loving companion, Rose Dietrich, numerous nieces and nephews, a host of other relatives and many friends. He will be sadly missed. Pallbearers will be Charles T. Simon, Jr., Robert W. Simon, David A. Simon and Joseph M. Simon, Harry Millo, Jr. and Paul Millo. Honorary Pallbearer will also be James A. Simon. Broadway Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - December 11, 2003
SIMPSON, C. L. - Hitchcock - Mr. C. L. Simpson passed from this life Tuesday morning, December 9, 2003, at his home. Born June 15, 1943, in Llano, Texas, Mr. Simpson moved from Llano to Hitchcock in 1977, and had been employed as a maintenance specialist at UTMB for twenty-six years before his retirement in April. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed spending his free time deer hunting, fishing and taking care of his goats. Hayes Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - December 10, 2003
SINGER, DANIEL TRAVIS - Daniel Travis Singer, 47, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2003, resulting from a motorcycle accident while riding in the Joe Morreale, "Toys For Tots" parade in Galveston, benefiting the Shriner's Burn Center. Daniel was a loving father, son, and Grandfather and his hobbies were spending time with his family and occasionally riding his motorcycle. Preceded in death by a sister, Agnes Charlotte Singer, he is survived by his daughter, Autumn Singer; parents; Andrew and Pearl Singer; sister, Laura Anderson and husband Donnie; brother, Andrew Singer, II and wife Shirley; grandchildren, Davin and Hailey Sanford; and numerous nieces and nephews. Forest Park East Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - March18, 2003
SILVA, RICHARD - 37, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2003, in St. Petersburg, Florida. Service arrangements are pending under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home in Galveston, Texas.
The Galveston Daily News - March19, 2003
SILVA, RICHARD, 37, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2003, in St. Petersburg, Florida. Service arrangements are pending under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home in Galveston.
The Galveston Daily News - October 29, 2003
SKINNER, PHILLIP A. - Texas City - Phillip A. Skinner 78, of Texas City passed away Sunday, October 26, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City. He was born March 31, 1925, in Maysville, Missouri to Archie and Bertha Skinner. A resident of Texas City since 1947, a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving in WWII, and a member of the La Marque VFW and Mainland Church of Christ. James Crowder Funeral Home-La Marque
The Galveston Daily News - October 25, 2003
SMILEY, M. D., MATTHEW MARTIN - Matthew Martin Smiley, M.D., passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, October 20, 2003. Matt's journey started in San Diego, California, on September 26, 1967. He graduated from UTMB-Galveston in May of 2003, to start his life-long dream of becoming a physician. Matt was in his first year of residency for Family Medicine at the Via Christi Health Care System in Wichita, Kansas. He was an engaging, intelligent, outspoken, and hilariously funny man, and was loved by all of his friends and family.
The Galveston Daily News - August 16, 2003
SMILEY, NORRIS GENE - Galveston - Norris Gene Smiley, 74, entered this life July 8, 1929, and left his earthly home on Thursday morning, August 14, 2003, entering his heavenly home to be with the Lord. Visitation will be held from 1:00-7:00 p.m, on Sunday, August 17, 2003, followed by a wake from 7-8 p.m. at Wynn Funeral Home, 602-32nd Street, Galveston, Texas.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, August 18, 2003 at Spiritual True Church, 2915 Avenue M ?, Galveston, with the Rev. Temple, officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Galveston, Texas. Born July 8, 1929 to the late Maggie Washington and Wade Smiley, Mr. Smiley was a longtime resident of Galveston, Texas, and a high school graduate of Central High School. Mr. Smiley was a member of Local ILA 851, 329, and finally Local 20. He was a longshoreman for 51 years before retiring. He will be sorely missed by all of his co-workers and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and a sister. Mr. Smiley leaves behind to cherish his memories: his wife, Geraldine Smiley; a mother who raised him into adulthood, Evelyn Smiley; three children: son, Norris (Marie) Smiley, Jr. of Clear Lake; two daughters: June Smiley Benford of Houston, and Tyrnn Ann "Cookie" (Jerry) Smiley Barker of La Marque; stepson, Ronald Callery; stepdaughters: Debbie Tyler and Paula Callery of Galveston; grandchildren: "Tuesday" Smith, Dustin and Desiree Benford, Jamal, Tiara, and Donzel Smiley; a loving aunt, Ms. Fannie Williams; a very devoted and caring brother, Larry (Cheryl & Keegan) Smiley of Galveston; brother, Linden Smiley of Galveston; sisters: Evelyn Hamilton, Shirley Bell, and Mickey Smiley of Galveston; a loving and devoted friend, Carrie Mitchell; a wonderful caretaker and friend, Mary Lopez; and a host of other relatives and friends; Special thanks to the Doctors and staff at UTMB who worked to make Mr. Smiley as comfortable as possible.Wynn 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.
The Galveston Daily News - October 3, 2003
SMITH, SR., CHARLES AVERY - Galveston - Charles Avery Smith, Sr., 62, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2003, at his residence. Visitation will begin today at 4 p.m. followed by funeral service at 6 p.m. in the chapel of E R Johnson Family Mortuary. Charles was born April 2, 1941, in Morgan City, Louisiana, to Isaiah and Hanna Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Charles, Jr., brother, Patrick Smith. E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - May 22, 2003
SMITH, SR., CHARLES WAYNE - Galveston Charles Wayne Smith Sr., 52, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2003, at his residence in Galveston. Service arrangements are pending with E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary, Galveston
The Galveston Daily News - May 23, 2003
SMITH, SR., CHARLES WAYNE - Galveston Charles Wayne Smith, Sr., 52, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2003, at his residence in Galveston. Service arrangements are pending with E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary, Galveston
The Galveston Daily News - February 20, 2003
SMITH, CLIFFORD R. - Hitchcock Clifford R. Smith, 65, passed from this life Wednesday morning in Texas City. Funeral services are pending with Hayes Funeral Home (409) 925-3501.
The Galveston Daily News - February 21, 2003
SMITH, TSGT., CLIFFORD RAY - Clifford Ray Smith, 65, of Hitchcock. Services 10 a.m. today in the Chapel of Hayes Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - August 28, 2003
SMITH, J. DEAN - La Marque - J. Dean Smith, 68, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 22, 2003. Visitation will begin at 4 p.m. Friday, August 29, 2003, at the Greater St. Matthews Baptist Church, 6333 Highway 6 in Hitchcock, followed by a Quiet Hour from 7 p.m.to 8 p.m. Friday evening. Funeral services will be 12 p.m. Saturday, August 30, 2003, at Greater St. Matthews Baptist Church with Pastor William L. Randall Jr., officiating. Burial will follow at Mainland Memorial Cemetery in Hitchcock under the direction of Mainland Funeral Home of La Marque. He was born November 18, 1934, in Carthage, Texas to Theadis and Magnolia Allison Smith. He was a graduate of Central High School in Galveston. J. Dean was a faithful and devoted employee of the Coca Cola Bottling Company for thirty-five years. He was a devoted and active member of Greater St. Matthews Baptist Church where his church affiliations included the Silver Star Ministry, S.W.A.T. Ministry, a Support Warrior, Missionary Society, member of the Transportation Ministry and head of the Parking Ministry. Survivors include his mother, Magnolia (Renil) Jones; his loving and devoted wife of twenty-six years, Ester J. Smith; his daughters, Evangeline (Patrick) Mullins, Patricia Smith, Jeannetta Smith and Michelle Smith; his step-children, Vincent (Loretta) Burnett, Gwen Faye (Albert, Jr.) Urps, O. C. (Rose) Sowell Jr., Elaine (Clyde) Booth, Kenneth Ray Sowell, Timothy Wayne (Yvonne) Parker and Michael Parker; sisters, Edie M. Bickman, Margie Jones, Eva (Connie) Newsome and Shirley (Jeff) Brown; brother, Arbie (Brenda) Smith; uncle, aunts, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, Godchildren, LaTrice Urps, Grayling Walker, Sandra Bell and Willard Smith; devoted sister-in-law, Emily Rue Adams; special and devoted neighbor, Beverly Raven; devoted friends, Thurman and Priscilla Edison and Lee Siemen; his church family; and other relatives and friends. Special thanks to Dr. Dennis Jones, Dr. Charles R. Ducombs, the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and A-Med Community Hospice. (Mainlandfuneral@aol.com) Mainland Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - March 28, 2003
SMITH, DELBERTY L - Texas City Delbert L. Smith, 70, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2003, at his residence in Texas City. Graveside service will be on Friday, March 28, 2003, at 1:30 p.m. at the Houston National Veterans Memorial Cemetery located in Northwest.
The Galveston Daily News - January 26, 2003
SMITH, ETHEL EUNICE, - Dickinson Ethel Eunice Smith, passed from this life on January 24, 2003. Visitation will be Monday, January 27, 2003 at Crowder Funeral Home in Dickinson, Texas, at 10:00 A.M., with services to follow at 11:00 A.M. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2003, at 2:00 P.M., at Indian Hills Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida
The Galveston Daily News - December 18, 2003
SMITH, JR., HARVEY - Galveston Harvey Smith, Jr., 78, passed away Monday, December 15, 2003, at his residence in Jamaica Beach, Galveston, Texas. Mr. Smith was born November 25, 1925, in DeQuincy, Louisiana. Harvey served his country proudly in the United States Navy during World War II as a Mine Sweeper. He retired after forty-four years of service as a Switchman from Southern Pacific Railroad.
The Galveston Daily News - July 23, 2003
SMITH, J. D. Katy, Tx - Johnny David Smith, 44, of Katy, Texas passed away July 19, 2003. Funeral services will be held today at 10 a.m. at Providence Christian Church, 8727 Gaines Road in Sugarland, Texas. Graveside services will be held today at 2 p.m. at Forest Park East in League City, Texas. J. D. is preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy C. Smith.
The Galveston Daily News - October 3, 2003
SMITH, JR., JACK BYRUS - La Marque - Jack Cyrus Smith, Jr., 79, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2003, at his residence. Memorial services will be held at 6 p.m., Friday, October 3, 2003 at the Chapel of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont, Galveston, Texas. Visitation will be Friday, October 3, 2003, from 4:00 to 6 pm. Private burial will be held at a later date. Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - September 20, 2003
SMITH, JAMES 'MOTOR' - Galveston - James "Motor" Smith, 73, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2003, at Turner Geriatric Center. Funeral services will be held today, at 1p.m. at the St. John Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery James was born on August 6, 1930, in Morrow, Louisiana to the union of Ed and Melissa Jones Smith. He was a longtime resident of Galveston and was a retired longshoreman with Local 1504. E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - December 3, 2003
SMITH, JANICE S. - Texas City - Janice S. Smith, 79, passed away at her residence in Texas City, Texas. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, December 3, 2003, at Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster, Texas, with Mr. Richard Brand, officiating. Burial will follow services Wednesday at the cemetery. Ms. Smith was born in Zephyrhills, Florida. For many years she was employed by Houston Lighting & Power Co., as an executive secretary, until such time that she retired. Broadway Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - August 15, 2003
SMITH, VELMA LEE - Galveston - Velma Lee Smith, 79, passed away on August 11, 2003. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2003, at 2 p.m., at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 5827 Ave. T, Galveston, Texas. There will be no wake. Velma was born to George and Ida Mae Turner in Appleby, Texas. Preceded in death by her parents and son, Larry Smith, she leaves with loving memories her children, Thomas Smith, Buster Smith both of Houston, Steve Smith, Ida Manning, Eunice Miller and husband, Talmadge all of Galveston; grandchildren, Lakeisha Scurry, Lloyd Scurry, Akeisha Manning; great grandchildren, Brianna Scurry, KeShon Manning and Jordan Manning; sisters, Jessie M. Caldwell, Bertha L. Reed of Galveston; Sudie Jackson of Houston; brother, J. D. Page (Margaret) of Houston; numerous other relatives and friends. Floral arrangements should be delivered to the Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - February 23, 2003
SNELL, MALCOLM CLYDE - Dickinson Malcolm Clyde Snell, 77, of Dickinson passed away at his residence on Saturday, February 22, 2003. Funeral arrangements are pending with James Crowder Funeral Home in Dickinson, Texas.
The Galveston Daily News - August 10, 2003
SNOW, ANNA ADAMS -Texas City - Anna Adams Snow, 93, of Texas City passed away Friday, August 8, 2003, at Gulf Health Care Center in Texas City. Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Monday August 11, 2003, at Emken-Linton Funeral Home with Dr. Terry Ray officiating. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 12, 2003, at the Baptist Cemetery in Bedias, Texas with the Rev. Gerald Brown officiating. Visitation will be Monday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.Anna was born June 2, 1910, in Bedias, Texas. She was a retired homemaker and a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Texas City for over 55 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Lester Snow. Survivors include her daughter, Marie Snow Nash and husband, Gene of Texas City; granddaughters, Leslie Laursen Siek and husband, Jay of Texas City and Stephanie Nash of New Orleans, Louisiana; great-granddaughters, Lacey, Laney and Lydie McLeod; great-grandson, Jason Siek; numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Davis, Robert Davis, Ricky Davis, Virgil Adams, Dan Adams, J. T. Adams, Clark Hall and John Quinn. Anna will be sadly missed by her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to A-Med Community Hospice, 8901 E.F. Lowry Expway., Suite B, Texas City, TX 77591; or to the church or charity of your choice. The family would like to express their appreciation and thanks to the staff of Bayou Pines Care Center for the love and care Anna received while she was a resident there. We would also like to express our appreciation and thanks to the staff at Gulf Health Care Center and to the loving caregivers of A-Med Hospice during the last week of Anna's life, special thanks go to Sherry and Rita who were by her side during the days and nights of the past week. Emken-Linton Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - November 19, 2003
SOARES, CARLY ELISE - League City - Carly Elise Soares, passed away November 16, 2003, she was born April 5, 1996, in Nassau Bay. She attended Ferguson Elementary in League City. She is survived by her parents, Carlos Soares and Cathy Modaro; brother, Michael Edward Soares; grandparents, Miguel and Leda Soares and Don and Irene Modaro and numerous other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2003, at 4 p.m. at Unity Church of the Bay Area, 2020 Anders Lane, Kemah, Texas 77565, 281-334-9114 with Reverend Stephen P. Horn officiating. Please bring a beautiful flower in celebration of Carly. Jack Rowe Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - December 3, 2003
SOCHA-THOMAS, KENNETH WAYNE - Pasadena, TX - Kenneth Wayne Socha-Thomas, 35, of Pasadena, Texas passed away Saturday, November 29, 2003. Kenneth was born on August 5, 1968, in Tomball, Texas and was a resident of Pasadena for two years, formerly of La Marque, Texas. He was owner of the K & S Construction Company in Pasadena, Texas. Kenneth served in the United States Marines. Survivors include his parents, Jimmy Lee and Kathy Thomas; grandparents, Violet M. Hoffman and Eddie K. Hoffman of Bacliff, Texas and Oran Hill of Burnet, Texas; son, Kevin Michael Socha of Pasadena, Texas; sisters and brother-in laws, Wendy and Billy Schoen of Hitchcock and Jamie Leigh Thomas of Texas City; brother and sister-in-law, David and Wendy Thomas of Santa Fe, Texas and numerous other relatives and friends.
The Galveston Daily News - August 15, 2003
SODERS, VELMA ELIAS HATAHAWAY - Galveston - Velma Elias Hathaway Soders, daughter of the late Elizah H. and Teuythus Lockhart Hathaway, departed this life on Monday, August 11, 2003, at UTMB. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. -11 a.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2003, at Reedy Chapel Church, followed by funeral services at 11 a.m., Galveston, Texas; with the Rev. Brenda Payne, officiating. Mrs. Soders was born in Taylor, Texas, along with her identical twin sister, Thelma Elijah Hathaway Douglas, February 3, 1917. Mrs. Soders was very spiritual. She accepted her Lord and Jesus Christ at an early age, and was very active in all areas of her church. She attended Allen Chapel AME Church in Taylor, Texas; First AME (FAME) Church in Los Angeles, California; and currently Reedy Chapel Church, in Galveston, Texas. Mrs. Soders attended the Taylor, Texas public schools and was a graduate of Prairie View A&M University. She was married to the late James Oliver Soders for over 50 years. Before moving to Los Angeles, California, she taught in several Independent School Districts in Central and East Texas. She was employed with the United States Postal Service for over 40 years in the Los Angeles, California area. She was a member of the National Alliance of Postal & Federal Employees and was an active member of many social & civic organizations. She leaves to celebrate her life and memories, a devoted niece and nephew: Corneila Harris Banks (Jim), Cornelius Harris III; other nieces and nephews James Ray Soders (Gayle), Carolyn Soders Cooper (Chester), Melton Soders (Linda), W.A. Soders (Carolyn), Elsenia Soders Young (James); The Lockhart Family, other relatives and friends. Memorials, cards, and florals may be sent to Wynn Funeral Home, 602-32nd Street, Galveston, Texas, 77550. Wynn Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - March 4, 2003
SOLOMON, EARNEST - - Texas City Earnest Solomon went to be with the Lord, Monday, March 3, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center. Homegoing celebration pending with Augustus Funeral Home, 2104 Cedar Dr., La Marque, (409) 935-4116. www.augustusfuneralhome.com.
The Galveston Daily News - August 7, 2003
SPEAKER, SR., ZELT LEE - Galveston - Zelt Lee Speaker, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2003. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m., on Friday, August 8, 2003, at Wynn Funeral Home; followed by a wake from 7-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2003, at Wynn Funeral Home, 602-32nd Street, Galveston, Texas; with the Reverend Dexter Henderson, Officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Galveston, Texas.Mr. Speaker was born on September 12, 1949, to the late Frankie Lee Speaker and the late Zechariah Speaker, Sr. in Galveston, Texas. He attended public schools in Galveston. He married Dianna J. Provo Speaker and to that union four children were born: James Brent Speaker, Zelda Lynn Speaker Sams, Zelt Lee Speaker, Jr., Dianna Mae Speaker, and Alicia Yvette Provo Griffin and Ruben Eric Provo. He worked as a laborer at the Liberty Fish & Oyster Company on Galveston Wharf and at O'Connell High School in Galveston as a janitor.
He was preceded in death by two brothers: Zechariah Speaker, Jr. and Otis Morgan. He leaves to mourn Dianna J. Provo Speaker; four sons: Zelt Lee Speaker, Jr. (Ana) of San Antonio, Texas, Ruben Eric Provo of Los Angeles, California, James Brent Speaker of Austin, Texas, and Sammy Lee Swell in the U.S. Navy; six daughters: Zelda Lynn Speaker Sams (Ronald), Alicia Yvette Provo Griffin, Dianna Mae Speaker, Zelvina Swell, ShaRhonda Howard, and Rochelle Howard; four brothers: Floyd Haywood, Jerry Lee Speaker, Sr., Landy Haywood Speaker, Sr. and Jim Williams; five sisters: Catherine Haywood Mason, Shirley Ann Haywood Reeves, Cynthia Haywood, Carolyn Jean Haywood, and Doretha Haywood; twelve grandchildren including Damien Singleton (oldest in the U.S. Navy); aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. Memorials, florals and cards may be sent to Wynn Funeral Home, 602-32nd Street, Galveston, Texas, (409) 621-1677; (Fax) (409) 621-1680.Wynn Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - December 17, 2003
SPENCER, WILLIAM MURRAY - William Murray Spencer passed away peacefully on December 15, 2003. He was born August 5, 1946, in Galveston, as the second son of Earl and Avis Spencer. He attended GISD schools and graduated from Ball High School in 1964. Immediately after high school, he joined the Coast Guard and was honorably discharged due to health problems. He worked in the food service business for a number of years at Baker Industries, World Trade Center in Houston, and numerous businesses on the island. Malloy & Son Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - April 25, 2003
SPILLER, SR., ERVIN B. "BROTHER" - Galveston Ervin B. "Brother" Spiller, Sr., 74, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2003, at UTMB. Hospital. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, April 26, 2003, at 1 p.m. at the Zion Temple AME Church (FM 521) Brazoria, Texas. Burial will follow at Mims Cemetery in Brazoria. ER Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - September 17, 2003
SPILLERS, DIANE LOUISE - Dickinson - Diane Louise Spillers of Dickinson was born December 27, 1943, to Lillian and Murry G. Franklin of Galveston. Diane attended La Marque high school, John's Beauty College and College of the Mainland. She was a practicing cosmetologist for 40 years in Galveston County. Diane is survived by her sister Marie Holstein of Texas City, her brother Joseph Franklin of Dallas, sons Robert Spillers Jr. and wife Rhonda, Joseph Spillers III and wife Darcy, Bryan Spillers and wife Jodie, seven grandchildren, numerous relatives and special family friends Delaiah Porras and Georgeanna Santarelli. The family would like to thank Hospice Care Team for their help and in lieu of flowers, please send donations to HCT of Texas City.
The Galveston Daily News - January 29, 2003
SPITLER, SR., THOMAS DANIEL - Galveston - Thomas Daniel Spitler, Sr., 65, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2003, at Gulf Health Care Center, Galveston. Service arrangements are pending under the direction of Broadway Funeral Home in Galveston.
The Galveston Daily News - January 30, 2003
SPITLER, SR., THOMAS DANIEL - Galveston - Thomas Daniel Spitler, Sr., 65, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2003, at Gulf Health Care Center, Galveston. Funeral Services in his memory will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, January 30, 2003, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston
The Galveston Daily News - November 28, 2003
SPORAR, ELIZABETH FITZGERALD - Elizabeth Fitzgerald Sporar, 88, passed away Monday, November 24, 2003, at her home in Galveston, Texas. Elizabeth was born on September 19, 1915, in Manchester, New Hampshire. Elizabeth Fitzgerald Sporar, 88, passed away Monday, November 24, 2003, at her home in Galveston, Texas. Elizabeth was born on September 19, 1915, in Manchester, New Hampshire. She was a Galveston resident for the majority of her life, having arrived here from New Hampshire in May, 1927. She graduated from Ursuline Academy in Galveston as Valedictorian in the Class of 1932. She graduated magna cum laude from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1936 with a B.S. Degree in Chemistry. Elizabeth taught in the Galveston Public Schools for several years before beginning a career in Chemistry at Monsanto Chemical Company in Texas City, Texas in 1943. She was one of the survivors of the Texas City explosion, which occurred in 1947, walking away from this tragedy relatively unscathed. She received several promotions during her employment and was Head of the Patent Department at Monsanto when she retired in 1977. She was active in many chemical organizations and held offices in several, one of which was the American Chemical Society. She was also active in a number of Catholic organizations serving in offices of President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. For many years, Elizabeth worked effortlessly for the Ursuline Alumnae, holding several offices, primarily that of President. Elizabeth was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and served as a lector and Eucharistic Minister. She belonged to many church organizations at St. Patrick's and most recently was Vice President of the Altar Society after many years of serving as President. In 1995, Elizabeth was awarded the Papel Honor of the Cross for the Church and the Pope for outstanding contributions to the Church which was presented to her by Bishop Joseph Fiorenza . Malloy & Son Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - September 14, 2003
St. JULIEN, CALVIN JOSEPH - Calvin Joseph St. Julien - Friendswood - Calvin Joseph St. Julien, 56, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2003, at Clear Lake Regional Medical Center in Webster, Texas. Visitation will be held today from 4:00-6:00 p.m., at E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary, and on Monday, September 15, 2003, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, beginning at 9:00 a.m., with a rosary at 9:30, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., with Father Joseph Onuoha, Celebrant. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - October 3, 2003
STANDLEY, CHARLES - Charles Standley, 72, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 1, 2003. He was a longtime resident of Pasadena, Texas, and was a member of First Baptist Church of Crystal Beach. Charles served in the U. S. Navy on the USS Mansfield-DD728 during the Korean War. He is survived by his loving wife, Yvonne Standley; daughters, Charlotte Jeannot and husband Steve, Carolyn Silcox, Cathy Greene and husband John; son, David Standley and wife Eyvette; six grandsons; one granddaughter; three great granddaughters; one great grandson. Forest Park East Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - July 12, 2003
STANLEY, ALMA HAZEL - Sugarland - Memorial services for Alma Hazel Stanley, 92, were held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, July 11, 2003, at the Chapel of Moody House, 2228 Seawall Blvd. in Galveston, Texas. Mrs. Stanley passed away on July 7, 2003, in Sugar Land, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Cullen Thomason and Annie Joella Maxie Thomason; her husband Edward Stanley; and daughter Sybil Vandusen. She is survived by her son, Larry Stanley of Galveston; her daughter, Sandra Tavener and husband Dan of Houston; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
The Galveston Daily News - December 9, 2003
STANTON, GERTURDE - Galveston - Gertrude Stanton born in Augsburg Germany on October 4, 1921, and passed peacefully on December 6, 2003, surrounded by her family after a long illness at Gulf Health Care Center, Galveston. She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Predeceased in death by her parents and three siblings in Germany and her husband Edward J. Stanton on November 4, 1988, in Galveston. Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - November 25, 2003
STANTON, SR., HORACE - League City - Homegoing celebration for Horace Stanton, Sr., will be held today, November 25, 2003, at 11 a.m., at Reedy Chapel AME, Galveston. Burial will follow at Forest Park East Cemetery. He leaves to cherish his memories wife, Winnie Veasey Stanton, League City; sons, Horace Stanton, Jr., San Diego, California, Donald Stanton, League City, and Howard Stanton, Houston; brother, Dr. Rufus Stanton, Galveston; granddaughter, Trilainna Stanton; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Stanton; brother-in-laws, Dr. Jess Veasey, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Louis Gill, Jr., Dickinson; sister-in-laws, Janice Stanton, Galveston, Minnie Gill, Dickinson, Ella Baldwin, Pearland and Laura Williams, Dickinson. Augustus Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - February 26, 2003
STAPP, MICHELLE RENEE - died February 22, 2003. Memorial service will be held Wednesday, February 26, 2003, at 11 a.m. at Deer Park Funeral Directors, 336 E. San Augustine, Deer Park.
The Galveston Daily News - March 25, 2003
STATON, EARNESTINE - Galveston Earnestine Staton, 94, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2003, at her residence. Funeral arrangements are pending with Wynn Funeral Home, 602 - 32nd Street, Galveston, Texas 77550.
The Galveston Daily News - March 27, 2003
STATON, EARNESTINE - Galveston A spirit filled life ended Monday morning, March 24, 2003, with the passing of Earnestine Poston Staton, 94. Homegoing Celebration services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2003, at Reedy Chapel AME Church, 2013 Broadway, Galveston, Texas with Wynn Funeral Home making arrangements.
The Galveston Daily News - November 13, 2003
STEELE, EDNA - Texas City - Edna Steele, 83, of Texas City, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2003, at Danforth Gardens. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday, November 14, 2003, at Emken-Linton Funeral Home with Rev. Darwood Galaway officiating. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock. Visitation will be 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Emken-Linton Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - November 8, 2003
STELTER, BEATRICE HEROD - Pearland - Beatrice Herod Stelter (Bea) was born March 19, 1918, in Hayden, Colorado to Walter B. and Eva Mae Herod. She went home to be with the Lord on November 6, 2003, in Lufkin, Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-five years, Wilbur G. Stelter and her parents. She was a homemaker and volunteered in many church and civic organizations. She had recently moved to Lufkin and was serving the Lord at First Baptist Church there. She resided in Pearland many years and taught Adult Sunday School there. While in Pearland she was a member of Shadycrest Baptist Church. Prior to moving to Pearland she lived in La Marque where she taught youth at First Baptist Church. She is a member of the Order of The Eastern Star #102 in Pearland. Forest Park East Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - December 23, 2003
STEPHENS, JR., ERNEST E. - Ernest E. Stephens, Jr. passed away December 21, 2003; he was born February 1, 1919 to Ernest and Thelma Stephens in Greenville, Texas. He graduated from Greenville High School, received a B.S. degree in business from Texas A&M and received a Masters degree in education from East Texas State University. Ernest served as Captain in the U.S. Air Force during WWII. He also served as Business Manager for the Greenville Independent School District for 15 years and as Superintendent for Business for the Clear Creek Independent School District, where he retired from in 1979. Jack Rowe Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - April 22, 2003
STERNER, JAMES E. - Dayton, Ohio - James E. Sterner, 61, of Dayton and former longtime resident of Galveston, passed away Friday, April 18, 2003, at his residence. Graveside services will be 12:30 p.m. Thursday at the Dayton National Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Tobias Funeral Home, 1817 East Third St. (937)252-3122
The Galveston Daily News - October 25, 2003
STETLER, MARTHA MEYER - La Marque - Martha Meyer Stetler, 81, of La Marque passed away at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City on Friday, October 24, 2003. She was born February 8, 1922, in Houston, Texas, a member of First United Methodist Church of La Marque. She is survived by her husband of thirteen years, Art Stetler of La Marque; daughters and son-in-law; Sharron and Ernest Jamail of Austin, and Susan Crider of Hitchcock; seven grandchildren Tammy Raiford, Terry Jamail, Adrian Etie, Sheldon Etie, Troy Jamail, Travis Jamail and Nick Crider, and twelve great grandchildren. James Crowder Funeral Home-La Marque
The Galveston Daily News - September 12, 2003
STEVENS, FANNIE MARIE - Hitchcock - Fannie Marie Stevens of Hitchcock passed into eternal life on her 72nd birthday, Wednesday, September 3, 2003, at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 13, 2003, at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Father John Bok, O.F.M. celebrant. Burial will follow at Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock. Visitation will be held from 5p.m. until 8p.m. Friday at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home with a Rosary and Prayer Vigil to be held at 6:30 p.m. Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - September 16, 2003
STEVENS, KAITLYN AVA - "Our Little Angel" - Austin, TX - - Kaitlyn Ava Stevens passed away September 13, 2003, from a brief, but courageous battle with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Kaitlyn was born on April 3, 2003, and is survived by her parents, Todd and Chelsea Stevens; brother Hayden; and sister Madalyn; paternal great grandparents, Del and Alice Sprague; grandparents Joyce and Johnny Gonzales, Andy Stevens; uncle Daniel Stevens all of Galveston; maternal great-grandmother Helen Kuykendall; grandparents Duane and Pat Knapper, Kenny and Billy Kuykendall; uncles Jason Kuykendall, Sam Knapper; and aunts Beth Kuykendall and Shelby Knapper all of Austin, Texas.
The Galveston Daily News - November 19, 2003
STEVENS, JR., LANDRUS J. 'BUSHWICK' - Galveston - Landrus James "Bushwick" Stevens, Jr., 37, entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 17, 2003, at UTMB Hospital, Galveston, Texas. Mr. Stevens was born July 22, 1966, in Galveston, Texas, and attended catholic and public schools in Galveston. James was most proud of his drawing skills and having been a member of the Ball High ROTC. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Laura Mae Davis; and great grandmother, Rosena Smith. Fields Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - July 28, 2003
STEVENSON, JOHN W. - John W. Stevenson, 87, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 26, 2003. After working for American Optical Co. in Houston for over 40 years, he retired in 1978 to Bayou Vista. He sold eyeglass cases part-time over the next 15 years, was president of the MUD board in Bayou Vista from 1985 -1995 and for a number of years has enjoyed playing golf several days a week with his three golfing buddies at Galveston Municipal Golf Course. He was a member of Faith Community Church at Bayou Vista. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Grace in October, 1997. He is survived by his daughters, Sandra Vaughan and husband, Floyd and Shara Mae Stewart and husband, Paul. Grandchildren, Jacque Daughtry, Julie Parish, Glenn Johnson, Terrie Barnes and Audrey Craig; 12 Great grandchildren, several nieces, one nephew, great nieces, great nephews and many friends. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m., Monday, July 28, 2003, at Forest Park East Funeral Home. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 29, 2003, in the chapel of Forest Park East Funeral Home. Forest Park East Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - September 13, 2003
STEWART, JOHN OLIVER - Texas City - Funeral services for Mr. John Oliver Stewart will be 7p.m. Monday, September 15, 2003, at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel in LaMarque, Rev. McCoy Caraway, officiating. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until service time Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be Tuesday, September 16, 2003, at Houston National Cemetery. Mr. Stewart was born to the late Cornelius and Anna Stewart on July 9, 1912, in the township of Hope, Arkansas. He spent his formative years in Arkansas before joining the Army serving honorably during World War II. He was the recipient of the Victory medal, Asiatic Pacific Theater ribbon with 3 bronze battle stars, 5 overseas service bars, service stripe and Good Conduct Medal. Mainland Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - March 12, 2003
STEWART, JR., MICHAEL CHARLES PRESTON "CHARLIE" - 57, passed away Monday, March 10, 2003, at his home in Santa Fe, Texas, after fighting a long and very courageous battle with cancer. A Chapel Service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, March 13, 2003, in the Memorial Room of Broadway Funeral Home, Galveston
The Galveston Daily News - March16, 2003
STIDHAM, ALMA S. (BORN) passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2003. Services were held March l2, 2003, at First Lutheran Church in Lufkin, Texas.
The Galveston Daily News - June 30, 2003
STOCK, CALVIN N. - Beloved father, Calvin N. Stock, 78, passed away June 27, 2003. A memorial service is planned for Wednesday, July 2, at 10:30 a.m., at West Isle Presbyterian Church, on 12 Mile Road.
The Galveston Daily News - April 2, 2003
STOCKFLETH, WILLIAM P. - Galveston William P. Stodkfleth, 67, passed away March 31, 2003, at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston, Texas. Services are pending with Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston.
The Galveston Daily News - July 18, 2003
STOKES, DOROTHY - Texas City - Dorothy Stokes, 75, of Texas City, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2003, at Mainland Medical Center.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m., Saturday, July 19, 2003, at Emken-Linton Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Dixon officiating. Burial will follow at Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock. Visitation will be 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.Emken-Linton Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - July 25, 2003
STONE, GREGORY W. - Texas City - - Funeral services for Gregory W. Stone will be Saturday, July 26, 2003, at 12 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 227-4th Ave. N in Texas City. Visitation will be at 9:30 a.m. to service time Saturday at the church. Burial will follow Rising Star Cemetery in La Marque. Arrangements are with Mainland Funeral Home, 2711 Texas Ave., LaMarque, TX. 77568, (409) 938-8123. Mainland Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - December 15, 2003
STRICKLAND, DANIEL KALANI - Galveston - Daniel Kalani Strickland, 48, died at his residence in Galveston, Texas. Memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont, Galveston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. It was Daniel's wishes to be cremated, there will be no other services. Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - January 18, 2003
STRINGER , JR., EDWARD -Galveston Edward Stringer, Jr., 76, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2003, at Clear Lake Regional Medical Center in Webster, Texas. Funeral arrangements are pending with Wynn Funeral Home, 602 - 32nd Street, Galveston, Texas 77550 (409) 621-1677.
The Galveston Daily News - October 11, 2003
STROPE, WILLIAM A. 'WILD BILL' Galveston - William A. "Wild Bill" Strope, 65, died Friday, October 3, 2003, at his residence surrounded by family and friends. Memorial services are set for 1 p.m. Sunday, October 12, 2003, at "The Slab" under the direction of Gonzales Funeral Home. Born April 29, 1938, in Toledo, Ohio to Albert E. Strope and Francis Jones Strope, Mr. Strope was a glass maker by trade and a veteran of the United States Navy. Gonzales Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - February 5, 2003
STUBBLEFIELD, EMMA - Rockford, IL Mrs. Emma Stubblefield, a former La Marque educator, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2003, in Rockford. Arrangements are entrusted to Mainland Funeral Home, La Marque, Texas (409) 938-8123
The Galveston Daily News - August 15, 2003
STUBBLEFIELD, IRA LEE - Galveston - Ira Lee Stubblefield, 68, received her reward of eternal rest on August 5, 2003, in El Paso, Texas. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2003, at 1 p.m. at the Mt. Olive B. C. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. Visitations will begin at 4 p.m, today, followed by a wake from 7-8p.m. at E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary.Ira Lee was born on July 24, 1935, in Elkhart, Texas to the union of Terrell Dickerson and Carrie Stubblefield. She was a longtime resident of Galveston and was a retired dispatcher from John Sealy Hospital after 32 years of dedicated service. She was preceded in death by her parents and son, Gregory Allen Green. She leaves to cherish memories, sons, Fredrick Stubblefield and James Stubblefield (Lelia) both of Galveston; daughters, Pamela Green of El Paso, Texas, and Nina Lee of Missouri City, Texas; ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild; brother, Robert Stubblefield (Shirley) of Dallas; two great nieces and two great nephews; devoted daughter in law, Gina Stubblefield; a host of other relatives and devoted friends. Florals and memorials may be sent to E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary, 3828 Avenue O, Galveston, Texas 77550.
E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
The Galveston Daily News - July 28, 2003
STUEBNER, EDITH MURL LEVERKUHN - Edith Murl Leverkuhn Stuebner, passed away July 25, 2003, after a brief illness. Edith was born, June 15, 1920, to Charles Henry Leverkuhn and Augusta Louise Bogs, in Brookshire, Texas. Among survivors are husband, Victor Stuebner; children Ann and Rev. Walt Dube, David and Siggy Stuebner; five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will begin 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 28, 2003, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 800 Houston Ave., Houston, Texas, with interment to follow at Hollywood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to "Tell the Next Generation", Trinity Lutheran Church, 800 Houston Ave., Houston, Texas 77007-7792.
Heights Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - July 13, 2003
SULLIVAN, R. L. (BOB) - Santa Fe Mr. R. L. (Bob) Sullivan passed from this life Saturday morning, July 12, 2003, in Texas City. Born August 16, 1922, in Port Chester, New York, Mr. Sullivan had been a resident of Santa Fe for 48 years, previously of La Marque. He had been employed at Union Carbide for 37 years as an operator and served in the US Navy during WWII. Hayes Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - October 2, 2003
SULLIVAN, RUTH HENDERSON - Texas City - "The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear." Psalm 27:1. These words from the Holy Bible reflect my life, the life of Ruth Henderson Sullivan.
On Friday, October 3rd, I will lie in state beginning at 3 p.m. at Greater Barbour's Chapel Baptist Church, 801 Martin Luther King Blvd. in Texas City. My wake will be held from 7 to 8 p.m., with fraternal rites beginning at 7:15 p.m. On Saturday, October 4, 2003, my loving family and many friends will assemble at 1 p.m. at Greater Barbour's Chapel Baptist Church where they will celebrate my life. Pastor James E. Brown, Sr. will deliver the Celebratory Message. I will be laid to rest beside my husband, Oscar, at Mainland Memorial Cemetery in Hitchcock. My final arrangements are entrusted to Mainland Funeral Home of LaMarque. Mainland Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - December 18, 2003
SUTTON, BARBARA MOODY - Austin - Barbara Moody Sutton, wife, adored mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, died peacefully on December 15, 2003. Born on August 20, 1927, in Suffolk, Virginia on the Ol' Carolina Hwy, she spent her childhood with seven sisters and one brother. As a young adult, Barbara was trained as a Registered Nurse. Soon after, she fell in love with a man who equaled her zest for life. His name was Clarence Sutton Jr. Their life together began on March 7, 1952. Their love brought them four sons: Clarence, Tommy, Bobby and Martin. Jack Rowe Funeral Home
The Galveston Daily News - January 10, 2003
SYLVESTER, WILLIAM "BILL" E. Galveston William E. Sylvester, 77, passed away January 6, 2003, at Turner Geriatric Center in Galveston. A private service was held for the immediate family and Mr. Sylvester's wish was for his remains to be donated to UTMB Medical School in appreciation of the many years of excellent care he received.
The Galveston Daily News - March 16, 2003
SZOLLOSKY, EMILY MARIE - passed away February 27, 2003. Funeral services were March 3, 2003, at Brookside Funeral Home. Contributions to her memory may be sent to Shrine Children, Hospital, 2900 N. Braeswood, Houston, Texas 77025.
2005
L. A. Times - April 26, 2005SILVER, ESTHER Born in Galveston, Texas December 26, 1919, passed away on April 24, 2005 surrounded by her loving and caring family. Esther was the loving wife of Mort Silver for sixty-four years, mother to Bette Rose Garren and Marvin B. Silver and second mother to Ralph, Bette's husband and Beverly, Marvin's wife. She was also the cherished grandmother and great grandmother of Steven, Mark, David, Michelle, Lori, Karen, Shelby, Alaina, Jacob and Adam.
A blazing redhead, training to be a nurse in Houston, Texas, Esther was swept away by her sweetheart and future husband, Mort, in 1940. Soon after, they married, moved to California and raised their family. After retirement, Mort and Esther moved to the Ocean Hill Country Club, in Oceanside, where they happily resided for 16 years before moving back to the Los Angeles area.
Esther was a specialist at cooking comfort food and serving it with love to her family and friend's, her matzo ball soup will forever be remembered. But Esther's claim to fame were her home baked pies which garnered her the nickname "Pie Mama" by her grandson David. Esther and Mort Loved to travel, spending many wonderful years touring the four corners of the world. She had an amazing spirit and love for life and even while on dialysis, found the strength to enjoy one last trip to the Hawaiian Islands in October, 2004.
Esther will be missed by her family and friends, and those she touched aong the way, including her beloved large family in Texas
Services will be held at Eden Memorial Park on Tuesday, April 26, 2005, at 10 AM (818) 361-7161.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Southern California Kidney Foundation 1-800-747-5527
Submitted by Eleanor Evans Borkenhagen Orange County CA Genealogical Society
