A big THANK YOU to
Pat Chron Nichols (now Gone But Not Forgotten)
and
Darlene Madeley Lee who has helped with this project.
Note: If the name has a link, then you can
see the classmates tombstone.
Carmela "Connie" Armstrong
May 2, 1951 - July 12, 2022
Carmela
“Connie” Delores Armstrong, 71, of Rusk passed away at her
home on July 12, 2022. Connie was born on May 2, 1951 in New
York, New York to Harold and Carmela Armstrong.
Connie spent many years working as
a seamstress and raising her two children. She was a great
fisherwoman, gardener and lover of animals.
She was preceded in death by her
parents; Harold and Carmela, brothers; Butch and Robert
Armstrong.
Connie is survived by her children;
son, Donald Thurman and his wife Tammy, and daughter Theresa
Hoffman and her companion Steven Morris, grandchildren;
David, Justin, Richard, Zachary, Andrea, and Matthew
Thurman, and 9 great-grandchildren.
Connie asked that there would be no
public services.
The man. The myth. The
legend. Men wanted to be him, and women
wanted to be with him. James Michael
Allen, known to friends as "Mike,"
passed away on December 19, 2018, at the
age of 67 years. Mike was born in
Navasota, Texas on September 15, 1951.
He graduated from Conroe high school in
1970. Mike was a master plumber and
owned his own company since 1982. Mike
loved fried chicken and mashed potatoes
smothered in gravy, the hottest salsa
and coldest dark beer in town, twisting
a wrench under the hood of his truck, ZZ
Top and fast cars. Not necessarily in
that order. He hated country music and
hypocrites. Not necessarily in that
order. He was also pretty good at
growing a garden and making a mean pot
of hot chili. Mike loved to tell
stories, and you could be sure that 50%
of that story was true. Mike loved to
make people laugh and smile, he will be
missed. The memorial will be held at
2:00 PM on January 5, 2018, at McNutt
funeral home. Address: 1703 Porter Road,
Conroe TX 77301 "FM 1314" Mike is
preceded in death by his mom and dad, JT
Allen and Nancy Allen. Mike is survived
by his wife of 38 years, Pat Allen, his
brothers Patrick Allen and wife Donnalee,
Bobby Allen and wife Janie, nieces Kim
Allen Crow, Jazmine Allen, Chelsea Allen
Myers, Hannah Allen, great nephew and
nieces, Jaren, Kensley, McKenna.
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Gary Alley
Gary Alleyof
Willis died at the age of 41 on March 22, 1994.
Gary was born September 1, 1952 in Conroe, Texas
to Helen and Dan Alley. Interment inConroe
Memorial Park Cemeterywith
Cashner Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
At the time of his death, Gary was survived by
his mother, sister, 1 daughter and 2 sons.
Milton Ray Anderson
Collins and Johnson Funeral Home announces
funeral services for Mr. Milton Ray
Anderson, 46, of Conroe, Texas.
Services will be held Saturday, May 18, 1996
at 11 a.m. at First Missionary Baptist
Church with the Rev. J. P. Davies
officiating. Interment will follow at
Golden Gate Cemetery. Survivors:
daughter, Jeri Michell Anderson;
step-daughter, Sheretta Trahan and step-son,
Donavan Trahan, all of Houston; mother,
Orvia Miller; sister, Audrey McDowell of
Conroe; two brothers, Calvin Anderson of
Conroe and Ennis Miller of California;
sister-in-law, Linda Anderson; nieces,
Rosalind Broussard, Tourjes McDowell,
Kimberly Jackson and Katrina Anderson;
nephews, Calvin Broussard and Calvin
Anderson, Jr.; eight great-nieces and
nephews; special friend, Shirley Anderson
and host of aunts, cousins and friends too
numerous to name.
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Robert Lee Barrows
Robert was born June 16, 1952 in
Anahuac, Texas and passed away
at the Veterans' Hospital in
Houston, Texas on April 19, 1976
as the result of motor vehicle,
pedestrian accident in Beaumont
Texas. Robert served in
the armed forces in Viet Nam and
his occupation was an
electrician. Robert
is buried in Greenlawn Cemetery
in Port Arthur, Texas where he
lived at the time of his death.
Samuel
Lynn "Sammy" Beck departed
this life in September,
2017, while residing at his
home in Conroe. He was 66
years of age.
Sammy was born on December
11, 1950, the third of four
sons born to Ralph and
LaVerne Beck. He remained a
lifelong resident of Conroe
until his passing in
September.
He is survived by one son,
Jason Aaron Beck, one
grandson, Jason Nathan Beck,
one brother and
sister-in-law, Gary and
Ginger Beck, and one niece
and nephew, Sarah and Ryan
Beck. Sammy was preceded in
death by his father, Ralph
Beck, his mother LaVerne
Beck, and his brothers,
Dickie and Mike Beck.
A graveside service will be
held at 2:00 P.M. on
Wednesday, December 27,
2017, at Oakwood Cemetery in
Conroe.
Marion Wayne Bosley, age 58,
passed away on Tuesday,
March 17,2009,
in Houston, Texas. He was
born Sunday, January 7,
1951, in Houston, Texas, to
William Larry and Ellen Jean
Bosley, both of who preceded
him in death. Marion is
survived by his loving wife
of 37 years Cynthia Bosley;
children, Sheril E. Mensch,
Michael, Julie, Misty and
Jeanie Bosley; brothers,
Richard and Benny Bosley; 14
grandchildren; numerous
other loving family and
friends. Visitation for
Marion will be held at Neal
Funeral Home, Thursday March
19, 2009 5-9 PM. Services
for Marion will be held at
Neal Funeral Home Chapel
Friday, March 20, 2009, at
10:00 AM. Interment
following service atHouston
National Cemetery,
Houston, Texas. Reverend
James Holt officiating. All
services handled under the
trusted care of Neal Funeral
Home.
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fromThe
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Debbie C. McCoy Brown
Klein Funeral Home, 281-252-3428 (Magnolia)
05/01/2007
Friday,
April 27, 2007
Debbie C. Brown loving wife, mother,
grandmother, sister, aunt, daughter-in-law and
sister-in-law went home to be with her Lord. Her
two greatest joys in life were her granddaughter
Katlyn Madison Neeley and her pet Chinese Pug "Bugsey".
She was a caring, generous, Christian spirit who
was loved by all who knew her. She loved to help
others and watch people. She was able to enjoy
both activities as a Life Member of the
Montgomery County Fair Association, serving on
both the swine committee and the gate committee.
She is survived by her husband of 36 years,
Jerry Brown, daughters Jada and Jaime Brown,
Granddaughter Katlyn Neeley, sisters Charlene
Pursley, Linda Waldrop, Collete Talbert and
numerous other family members and friends. She
was preceded in death by her father and mother
Pat and Audrey McCoy and brother Jim. Debbie
professed her faith in the Lord Jesus many years
ago and would want all who knew her to celebrate
her life and her passing. After suffering many
years of poor health and pain she now walks the
streets of heaven free of pain and suffering,
abundantly resting in the arms of her God.
Visitation will be held from 6-9 p.m. Tuesday,
May 1, and funeral services at 10 a.m.
Wednesday, May 2, both at Klein Funeral Home in
Magnolia, Texas, interment following at Klein
Memorial Park. "We love you Alta and we will see
you soon".
Funeral services for Linda Caves Burch
28, of Conroe were held in the Metcalf
Chapel of the Pines Tuesday at 12 noon
with the Rev. John Weyer officiating.
Interment followed in theConroe
Memorial Park Cemetery with
Metcalf funeral Directors in charge of
the arrangements. Mrs. Burch was
born in Conroe on Oct. 24, 1951 and died
in Fort Bend County on Friday as the
result of an automobile accident.
Survivors: husband, David Allen Burch of
Conroe, mother: Doris Caves of Temple;
grandmother: Tiny Elliott of Conroe;
grandfather, William H. Caves of
Quitman; brother Robert Caves of Conroe.
Pallbearers: Allen H. May, Roscoe
Jordan, S. E Skelton, Atkinson and
Stephen Skelton.
Ronald Burgan
Graveside services for Ronald Wilson “Ron”
Burgan of Conroe 46, will be Saturday, May 2,
1998 at 3:30 p.m. inConroe
Memorial Park Cemetery with
the Rev. Gen Kendrick officating. Cashner
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Burgan was bornApril
2, 1952 in Springhill, LA. and passed away April
26, 1998 in Conroe. He was a member of
Mims Baptist Church. He was a veteran of
the U. S. Air Force. Mr. Burgan was
preceded in death by his parents, Wilson and
Regina Burgan and his sister Billie Burgan.
Survivors: sister, Janice Merryman of Conroe;
nephew, Ty and wife, Cindy Merryman of Conroe,
niece, Hayley Merryman of Buffalo N.Y.; great
niece and nephews, Brittany and Cory Merryman of
Conroe. He will be remembered as a loving
brother and uncle and an extremely generous and
caring friend to many. The family will
receive friends at the Merryman home after the
service.
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fromThe
Courier
Lee Roy Byrd I
Loving Memory of Lee Roy Byrd, 62, of New Caney,
Texas who went to Heaven on August 22, 2013
surrounded by his family at Odyssey House in
Conroe, Texas. Lee was the beloved son of James
Ambers Byrd and Velma Lucille Byrd and
mother-in-law, Judy White. He was a wonderful
husband to Kathy Byrd for almost 40 years. Lee
was an exceptional father to Christopher Lee
Byrd of New Caney, TX, Brandi and Kenneth Durham
of Conroe, TX and Amanda and Russell Wolf of
Spring, TX. He was a loving "Papaw" to Charles
Robert King III, Brianna Musachia, Zanndra
Musachia, Blaze Wolf, Jamie Durham, Jessica
Durham, Clarissa Durham and Jacob Durham and a
great grandfather to Ariel, Sylus and Paittyn
Heffernan. He is leaving behind numerous
brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, great
nieces, great nephews and a host of caring
friends.
Lee proudly
served in theUnited
States Marine Corpsfor
6 years during the Vietnam era and will receive
military honors for his service to our country.
He and his wife, Kathy owned Lighthouse
Remodeling which they ran together for over 35
years. Lee was a Christian man and loved God and
his country. He helped everyone he knew and
never turned his back on a friend. Lee loved his
family with all of his heart and they were the
most important part of his life. His family
cherished him and he will be truly missed. He
was preceded in death by his father and mother,
James and Velma Byrd, mother-in-law, Judy White
and several brothers and sisters.
A Viewing will be held
in remembrance of Lee at Conroe Funeral
Directors on Thursday, August 29, 2013 from 5:00
P.M. until 8:00 P.M. He will be honored with a
Military Funeral Service on Friday, August 30,
2013 at Houston National Cemetery in Houston,
Texas at 12:30 P.M. Lee will be forever loved,
never forgotten and truly missed by his family
and all that knew him.
Larry Gene Capps
Services for Larry Gene Capps, 28, of Conroe
will be held July 15, 1980 at 3 p.m. in the
Metcalf Chapel of the Pines with William
Marquardt officiating. Interment will
follow in theConroe
Memorial Park Cemetery with Metcalf
Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Capps was born Nov. 19, 1951 in Chickasha,
Okla., and died Sunday, July 13 in Conroe.
He was a member of the Elks Lodge 2584 in
Conroe. Survivors: wife, Diane Capps
of Conroe, daughter, Tonya Capps of Conroe;
mother, Bernice Capps of Conroe; father, Nobel
Capps of Conroe; three brothers, Gary Capps,
James Capps and Nobel Capps, Jr., all of Conroe;
two sisters, Sherry Turpin and Judy Nichols both
of Conroe.
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fromThe
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Michael Len Carroll
Michael Len Carroll passed
away on Tuesday, Nov. 9th,
2004 from heart failure.
Mike was born on April 8th,
1951 in Houston, Texas and
was raised and schooled in
Conroe. As a young man, Mike
showed his skills in sports,
music, and photography. Mike
graduated from Sam Houston
State University, married
Terry Longmire of Conroe and
later divorced. He worked
for 30 years for the State
of Texas, the majority of
which was for the Texas
Department of Corrections in
Huntsville. After retiring
in 2003, Mike continued his
passion for photography,
shooting portraits,
landscapes, and wildlife. He
lived in Spring, sharing his
life with his loving
longtime partner, Susan
Hudson, and her daughter,
Jackie. Mike is survived by
Susan and Jackie; brothers,
Ronnie and Justin Carroll;
aunt, Joy Uzzell;
step-mother, Jane Carroll;
extended family in
Weatherford, Texas and Santa
Fe, New Mexico; and a host
of friends. Mike was a loyal
friend, devoted partner, and
a kind person. He will be
greatly missed. A small
service will be held at 11
a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20th,
2004 at Cashner Funeral
Home, 801 Teas Road in
Conroe, 936-756-2126. You
are invited to leave a
written tribute for the
family on our website atwww.cashnerfunerals.com
BRISTOL
- Dee Corkins died at home with her family by her side on Friday, Nov.
4, 2011. She was unable to overcome cancer but lived with grace and
dignity and her courage persevered. Dee was born on Sept. 12, 1951, in
Conroe, Texas, the daughter of John and Dorothy Neathery. After
attending Conroe High School, she graduated from the University of
Texas in 1973 and moved to Vermont, after marrying Douglas Corkins of
Bristol. After working with Doug at his business, Bristol Paint & Glass,
Dee became the Bristol Elementary School's library assistant where she
worked for 23 years. She was also a Burlington Free Press carrier for
eight years. After retiring from the library she worked part-time for
Middlebury College at their bookstore on the Bread Loaf campus. Dee
loved to read and enjoyed traveling. She often traveled with her family
on themed trips. Dee and Doug visited over 40 countries on their many
adventures, including hiking to Mt. Everest base camp, Mount Kilimanjaro
in Kenya and Machu Picchu in Peru, visiting the pyramids in Egypt, the
Taj Mahal in India and the Great Wall of China. She is survived by her
parents, Dorothy ansd John; her husband, Doug; and their three
daughters, Caitlin, Claire, and Caroline; Claire's husband, Mohamed, and
their daughter, Madeline; Dee's brother, Jay and his wife, Lynn, and
their children, Cara, Jason, Austin, Egor, Alona, and Kirill; Kevin
Corkins and his daughter, Jessie-Ruth; Keith Corkins and his wife, Mary
Ann, and their children, Brian and Jamie; LaNell DeCosta and her
children, Jessie-Mae and John; Christine DuBois her husband, Andre, and
their children, Abby and Devin; Cindy Lawrence; Tammy Lanham; as well as
many other relatives in Texas. The family wishes to extend a special
thanks to Dr. Cheung Wong, Kim Spina, the staff at OBGYN Oncology at
Fletcher Allen and all the nurses and support staff at McClure 6, as
well as the nurses from Addison County Home Health and Hospice. At her
request there will be no funeral service, but there will be a
celebration of Dee's life held at 41 Church Street, home of Kevin
Corkins, in Bristol, on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011, from 2 to 4 p.m. In
lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Bristol Elementary
School's Adopt-a-Book program.
Tony L. Curry
June 10, 1952 – August, 2013
Facts:
Born:June
19, 1952
Place of Birth:Conroe,
Texas
Death:August
5, 2013
Place of Death:Oakwood,
Texas
Occupation:Prison
Guard TDCJ
Tony
L. Curry, age 61, of Oakwood, Texas
passed away on August 5th, 2013, in his
home. He was born on June 19, 1952, in
Conroe, Texas, to Tommie Van and Emma
Pearl Curry. His parents precede him in
death.
Tony is survived by his two daughters,
Amber Curry Gracia, wife of Rene Gracia,
of Dallas, Texas, and their children,
Roman and Siena Gracia; Hayley Jackson,
wife of Brian Jackson of Weatherford,
Texas, and their children, Gage Nethery
and Londyn Jackson; and one son, Tyler
Curry of Dallas, Texas. The youngest of
four children, he is also survived by
two brothers, John Curry, husband to
Carol Curry of Spring, Texas, and Jimmie
Curry, husband to Debbie Curry of Lufkin
Texas; and his sister Connie Gordon,
wife of Frank Gordon of Oakwood, Texas.
He is also survived by his first love,
only love and mother of his three
children, Nannetta Curry of Bedford
Texas.
Tony was a nomad of sorts. He liked a
simple way of life and was always more
at home amongst the trees than in the
confines of any four walls. Just as his
wild curly hair couldn’t be tamed,
neither could his spirit. In his younger
years, he played the drums way too loud,
raced dirt bikes way too fast and
preferred fireworks of the illegal kind.
To his children, he will always be their
curly-headed hooligan; racing down the
asphalt in their beat up yellow go-cart
with a gleeful child in tow, holding on
for dear life.
A visitation will be held on Friday,
August 9, 2013, at the Buffalo Funeral
Home in Buffalo, Texas, from 6 p.m. to 8
p.m. A memorial service will be held the
following day, Saturday, August 10,
2013, at 11:30 a.m. at the same
location.
Memorial contributions can be made to
the Oakwood Church of Christ Building
Fund at P.O. Box 322, Oakwood, Texas,
75855.
His family wishes to extend their
gratitude as they remember Tony L.
Curry, loving father, brother, son and
man who lived life on his own terms.
Walters Buffalo Funeral Home was in
charge of all arrangement. Please log
ontowww.buffalofuneralhome.comto
sign the online memorial guestbook.
Tuesday July 9, 2013, 11:30 AM at
Walters Buffalo Funeral Home.
Laura Paulette Simmons Dare
1951-2024
Laura
Paulette Simmons Dare, 72, went to be with the Lord on July 3, 2024, at her home
in Port Lavaca, Texas. Paulette was born on October 2, 1951. Paulette was
preceded in death by her parents, Reggie and Nita Burnett Simmons; and her
husband, Ernie Dare of Port Lavaca. Paulette graduated from Conroe High School
in 1970 and attended college at Tyler Junior College for two years.
Paulette worked at Box Lunch in Port Lavaca for many years. Paulette is survived
by her children, Randy Barfield and wife, Marsha, of San Antonio; and Brandy
Sanders of Port Lavaca. Paulette is also survived by 13 grandchildren and
several great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Kim Simmons,
and wife Kay, of Victoria.
Paulette loved and cared for her family, who were surprised by her sudden
passing, but greatly rejoiced that she is safe and secure with Jesus forever
because of her faith in Jesus Christ alone. Paulette's memorial service will be
held at Parkway Church in Port Lavaca on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.
Memorial gifts may be given to Parkway Church, 2400 Highway 35 South, Port
Lavaca, Texas 77979.
Cremation Services Entrusted to Victoria Mortuary & Cremation Services, Inc.
361-578-4646.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy
Store.
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Billy
Jack Davis,age
53, visitation will be Wednesday, May
26, from 6-8 pm. Funeral services will
be Thursday, May 27, in the chapel of
Forest Park The Woodlands at 1pm. Billy
was born Feb. 8, 1951 in Palacios,
Texas. He passed away May 23, 2004 in
Houston, Texas. Billy was also a long
time resident of Conroe, Texas. He
worked as a switchman for the HB & TRR
Co. for 30 yrs. Billy is survived by his
son, Kyle Davis; mother, Evelyn Davis
McMeans; brother, Mike Davis, all of
Conroe, Texas. He is also survived by
niece, Gia M. Davis of LA, Ca; nephew,
Guy Davis of Denver, Co; cousins, Rex
Lavender and wife Jennifer of Willis,
Texas; Jennifer A. Lavender of Houston,
Texas; Jenne Farrar of Willis, Texas and
numerous friends survive him.
Pallbearers will be James Cook and
William Butler both of Conroe, Texas,
Steve McBride of Willis, Texas, Millard
Fewell and Jerry Lewis both of The
Woodlands, Texas & Larry Green of Bryan,
Texas. Interment will be held at
Conroe
Memorial Parkat
2:30 pm.
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July 17 to July 18, 2024
Jeffrey Doyle
Passed away August 20, 2020 from Facebook post
of his brother. Jeffrey does not have an
obituary nor funeral announcement.
Barbara Ann Sparks Ebbs
Barbara was born October 25, 1951 in Walker
County Texas and died in 1982. She is
buried in Dodge Texas Cemetery, Walker County,
TX.
Robert Berkley Evans
Berkley passed away Galveston, TX on June 13,
1993.
Galveston-Robert Berkley Evans, 41, of Cleveland
died Sunday at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston.
Arrangements are pending with Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home in Galveston. Reprinted
fromTHE
GALVESTON DAILY NEWSMonday
Morning June 14, 1993
Joe W. Ferguson
Collins and Johnson Funeral Home announces the
funeral services of Mr. Joe W. Ferguson, 51,
will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, 2000, in West
Tabernacle Baptist Church in Conroe. The
Rev. A. R. Shelton, pastor officiating.
Visitation will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday,
Dec. 8, 2000 in Collins and Johnson Memorial
Chapel. Interment will be in Rosewood
Cemetery in Conroe.
Born
Sept. 17, 1951, in Rochester, N. Y.
Gregory Alan Frank passed away Wednesday, Dec.
6, 1995 in Conroe, Texas. Proceeded in
death by his father, Edward Frank.
Survived by his loving daughter and son-in-law,
Kara and Eric Skidmore, Kara's mother, Laura
Kendrick Frank; two sons, Mark and Josh Frank;
his mother, Laura Fank; four brothers, Wes, Ed,
John and Mike Frank; one sister, Laurie Frank.
Friends and family will be celebrating Greg's
life Saturday, Dec. 9, 1995, at his sister's
home in Montgomery. Starts around 2:00.
Call for directions, 447-2981 or 441-1953
James Frank
Obituary Jamie,
of Montgomery, Texas passed away
surrounded by his family on
Friday August 2nd, 2013. He was
born on August 1st, 1952 in
Cleveland, Texas to Edgar (Dick)
and Jeanette (Jean) Frank of
Montgomery, Texas.
Jamie lived his entire life in
the Conroe and Montgomery County
area and graduated from Conroe
High School in 1970. Jamie was
the ace pitcher for the Mims
Baptist Little League state
champions in 1965. He also was
an outstanding Conroe Tiger
football player, earning a
scholarship to Sam Houston State
University in 1971. After a
short time at SHSU, Jamie
returned to Conroe and began a
career as a highly skilled
master carpenter working for
numerous builders in the
Montgomery County area.
His family and friends know
Jamie as a very loyal
individual, who would be there
for anyone needing help. He was
beloved in his April Sound
community, always visiting with
his neighbors and helping out on
the street he lived on. He was
an amazing cook, who loved to
grill, and was known for his
short ribs. He worked in his
yard everyday, and could make
anything grow. He enjoyed
playing golf, watching football,
NASCAR, and loved the Houston
Astros. Always by his side was
his dog Lilly, his constant
companion whom he loved very
much.
He was preceded by his father,
Edgar (Dick) Frank, brother
Michael Wayne Frank and niece
Amber Lynn Frank.
Jamie is survived by the love of
his life Vicki and daughter
Jane, daughter Amanda, Mother
Jean Frank, brothers Gary Lee
Frank, Russell Glynn Frank and
his wife Terrie, and Ronald Lynn
Frank. He is also survived by
numerous aunts, uncles, nieces,
nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be held on
Monday, August 5, 2013 from
5PM-7PM at Conroe Funeral
Directors. Funeral services will
be held Tuesday, Aug. 6th at
11:00 AM in the chapel at Conroe
Funeral Directors with interment
following at Garden Park
Cemetery.
Conroe Funeral Directors
441-2280/756-2210.
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Ronnie Lee Fullen
Funeral services for Conroe native, Ronnie Lee
Fullen will be held on Saturday, November 24,
2012 at 3:00 P.M. in The Chapel at Conroe
Funeral Directors with the Rev. Gene Kendrick
officiating. Interment will follow in Conroe
Memorial Park Cemetery. The viewing will be held
on Friday, November 23, 2012 at Conroe Funeral
Directors from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Mr.
Fullen was born on November 4, 1951 in Conroe,
TX and passed away peacefully on November 18,
2012 in Conroe, TX. He was 61 years old. Ronnie
was a member of Mims Baptist Church and proudly
served his country in the Marines. He was also a
longtime member of the Huntsville
Elks Lodge
#1981 and especially enjoyed his work with the
Elks special needs summer camp. Ronnie was a
kind, proud man who worked hard and loved his
family. He was well loved and will be dearly
missed. Ronnie was preceded in death by his
beloved wife, Ramona Fullen and his parents,
Young and Bernice Fullen. Survivors: Children,
Jill Smith, Tammie Hudson and Craig, James
Fullen and Christine, Leslie Fullen and Amy, and
Chris (CK) Fullen; 20 grandchildren and 20 great
grandchildren; lifelong friends, Gordon, Beverly
and Jason Plumlee; numerous other dear relatives
and friends also survive. Pallbearers: C.J.
Fullen, Christian Fullen, Matthue McKenzie,
Justin McKenzie, Mitchell McKenzie, Ronnie
Fullen and Jason Plumlee.
Conroe Funeral Directors
441-2280/756-2210
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Jerry Fuller
Funeral services for Jerry L. Fuller,46
of Conroe will be held Tuesday, Sept 9, 1997, at
10 a.m. in Cashner Colonial Chapel with Pastor
Robert C. Nichols officiating. Interment
will follow inGarden
Park Cemeterywith
Cashner Funeral Home was in charge of
arrangements. Family will receive friends
tonight from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the funeral
home. Mr. Fuller was born on June 26, 1951
in Beaumont, Texas and passed away September 6,
1997 in Livingston, Texas. He was a member
of the Baptist faith and a licensed peace
officer. Survivors: wife, Carolyn
Fuller of Conroe; daughter, Riesha A. Fuller of
Conroe; son, Brandon Charles Fuller of Conroe,
parents, Albert H. and Peggy Fuller of Castell;
sister, Amy Hanna of Huntsville; Peggy Streeter
of Castell; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mr.
and Mrs. Allen B. Lucas of Conroe.
Pallbearers: Moy Musgrove, Stuart Taylor, Larry
Coo, Scott Hanna, Rayford Lucas, Allen E. Lucas,
Terry Wilson, Steve McBride.
On Sunday, February 5, 2023, Chester Alan Gilson,
loving husband, father, and grandpa went to see Jesus at the age of seventy.
Chester was born on March 8, 1952 in Houston Texas to John Alan and
Billie Louise Gilson. He graduated from Conroe High School in 1970 and
attended a two-year trade school for electronics before enlisting in the
U.S. Air Force.
He married Sharon Ann on November 15, 1975, and they settled in Southeast
Houston. Once he completed his time in the U.S. Air Force, he started his
30+ years career with the Houston Police Department in the Communications
Division retiring as “Captain Gilson.” During this time, Chester and Sharon
raised their 3 sons - John Alan, David Brian, and Scott Matthew. In January
of 2018, Chester received the amazing blessing and life-saving gift of a
double lung transplant. Since Fall 2020, they have lived in their current
residence in Conroe, and they loved every minute of it.
Chester loved the Lord and served his church many years in the children’s
ministry. His success in children’s ministry can be attributed to the fact
that he always remained a child at heart. He was also a lifetime member of
the National Rifle Association. He enjoyed old movies as well as tinkering
in his shop.
Chester is preceded by his parents John and Billie and survived by his wife,
Sharon; 3 sons and their spouses: John and Tara, David and Evangeline, and
Scott and Morgan; Siblings and their spouses: Rodney and Valerie Gilson,
Edward and Roxanne Gilson, and Nancy and Donald Colson; and his 9
grandchildren: Caleb, Micah, Luke, Elise, Matthew, Levi, Abigail, Seth, and
Milo. Chester leaves a Godly legacy of love and laughter and will surely be
missed by all.
A visitation for Chester will be held Sunday, February 12, 2023 from 3:00 PM
to 5:00 PM at Cashner Funeral Home, 801 Teas Road, Conroe, Texas 77303. A
celebration of life will occur Monday, February 13, 2023 at 10:00 AM at
Cashner Funeral Home.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cashnerconroe.com for
the Gilson family.
Melaney Ann Merdian Gorrell
Melaney Ann Gorrell, 46, of Conroe passed away
Monday, Dec. 14, 1998. Survivors are
her husband, Paul Gorrell of Conroe; sons,
Jeremy and Willie Joe of Conroe; brothers and
sisters-in-laws, John and Traci Merdian, Mike
and Sharon Merdian; numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday Dec. 19,
1998 at Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Chapel
with Jack Hallaron officiating. Interment
will follow at 3 p.m. atRestland
CemeteryinTenaha,
Texas. Pallbearers will be
Walter Gorrell, Ronnie Green, David Gorrell,
Randy Reid, Bill Harrigan and Tim Harrigan.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to
Houston Hospice, 8811 Gaylord, Suite 100,
Houston, TX 77024.
Reprinted
fromThe
Courier
David Green
David Green died
June 14, 1994 in Hermosa Beach, CA. as a result
of an accident. David was born on July 28,
1952 in Houston TX. to Lee M. Green and
Katharine Rennicks Green. He later moved
to Conroe with his family in 1963, where he
graduated in 1970. David was a very
talented musician, getting started in the 10th
grade when he formed a rock band, The Grapes of
Wrath, with Robert Barnett, Ken Collins, and Guy
Martin and went on from there to a fulltime
pursuit of music after graduation. He had
been living in Hermosa Beach for a number of
years performing and writing music for
television, movies, and related areas in the
music field.
Reprinted
fromThe
Courier
Johnny Gregson
Services
for Johnny Lee Gregson, 58,
of Willis will be held
Thursday June 11, 2009 at
Metcalf Funeral Home at
10:00 am with Pastor Jabo
Green officiating. The
graveside service will
follow atConroe
Memorial ParkVisitation
with the family will be held
Wednesday June 10th from 5
to 8 pm at Metcalf Funeral
Home.
Johnny
was born, October 25th, 1950
in Houston, TX and went to
"greener pastures" in heaven
on June 7, 2009. He is
survived by his wife of 37
years, Vicki Lynn Gregson,
of Willis, TX and two sons,
Brandon Gregson of College
Station, TX and Barrett
Gregson, Misty, Kelsey and
Kayden Brenner all of
Conroe. He is also survived
by his father, Amos Gregson
and preceded in death by his
mother, Dorothy Gregson,
both of Jacksonville, TX,
his Mother and
Father-in-law, Ralph and
Mamie Jo Roberts, both of
Conroe. Other survivors are
sisters, Colleen Smith of
Garland, TX, Patricia Stitt
and brothers and sisters in
law, Joe and Melvalyn
Roberts of Montgomery, TX
and Brad and Suzie Roberts
of Willis, TX, as well as
many nieces and nephews.
Johnny retired from
Montgomery County Sheriff's
Department after 30 years as
a Lieutenant Deputy Sheriff.
He served under Sheriff A.
E. Gene Reaves, Joe Corley
and Guy Williams. After
retirement, he didn't
surprise anyone by
continuing to work. He began
a new career in maintenance
at Grand Harbor in
Montgomery.
He entered and left this
world as an avid farmer and
rancher. He and Vicki were
also very involved in
Montgomery County 4-H and
FFA with both of their sons.
They enjoyed a full life
working hard at many hobbies
including building and
landscaping their home and
perfecting their family
cattle operation. One of his
greatest joys was seeing the
success that other kids
enjoyed showing the cattle
that he raised. He also
loved to fish and hunt. He
just loved to be outdoors
and spending time with his
family and friends.
Those who knew Johnny knew
of his tough exterior and
dry sense of humor, but also
that he had a heart of gold.
He knew how to deal with
everyone from the toughest
criminal to the smallest
child.
In lieu of flowers, the
family requests that
donations be made in
Johnny's name to the MD
Anderson Pancreatic Cancer
Center. PO Box 4486 Houston,
TX 77210-4486.
1-800-525-5841.www.mdanderson.com.
You are invited to leave
tributes for the family on
our website atwww.mem.com.
Denise Michelle
Harry, 56, of
LaPorte passed
away March 24,
2008. She is
survived by her
husband of 33
years, Gerald;
two daughters,
Adele and Dawn
Harry; and
father, Eli
Andrus. The
Visitation will
be held from
6:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday at
Niday Funeral
Home, and the
Funeral Mass
will be
celebrated at
1:00pm Friday,
March 28th, at
St. Mary's
Catholic Church
LaPorte.
Mike Hearn
Chaplain
(Major) Michael E. Hearn, US Army Reserve,
(Ret), born October 26, 1951 in Conroe, TX, died
December 2, 1999 in San Antonio, TX at the age
of 48. He received his BA in English and
German from Sam Houston State University, May
1975; an MA from Loyola University New Orleans,
May 1988; MDiv Lutheran School of Theology
Chicago, Jun 1991. Michael was ordained in
the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, June
1991. He served as a Captain in the United
States Marine Corps, and he was a Chaplain
serving in the US Army Reserve as a Major.
Michael served as a Chaplain at Baptist Hospital
System and Audie Murphy VA Hospital. He
married Diane Elliott in Hope Lutheran Church,
Comanche, TX in 1991. He is preceded in
death by his father, Dalton E. Hearn in 1994 and
his mother, Trannie Hearn in 1995.
Survivors include his wife, Diane Hearne, San
Antonio, and his twin brother, William Patrick
Hearn, Athens, TX and numerous other family
members and friends.
The family will receive friends Sunday at Porter
Loring North from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
Service Monday - 2:00 PM Zion Lutheran church of
Helotes with military honors. Pastor Peter
Manfred will be officiating. Interment
will be 1:00 PM Tuesday inWillis
Cemetery,
Willis, TX. Arrangements with Porter
Loring Mortuary, North 2102 N Loop 1604 East,
San Antonio, TX 78232. 210-495-8221
Reprinted
fromThe
Courier
Gary "Bruce" Henry Gary
"Bruce" Henry was born December 29, 1951, and
passed away September 28, 2013 in Conroe, Texas.
Bruce was a gentleman and role model of decency
and integrity. He was an expert in his lifelong
career in custom window coverings at Henney's
Draperies, Inc. and valued the relationships he
formed with his customers. While he enjoyed
music, movies and sports, his preferred pastime
was spending time with his "angels", his family
& many friends, all for whom he had
extraordinary dedication and love. He is the
family hero and inspiration in his valiant
multi-year battle with cancer as a silent
warrior, never complaining and refusing to give
up hope. Bruce loved Conroe, TX and was honored
and proud to serve on the Boards of the Friends
of Conroe and the Friends of the Flag. Bruce is
preceded in death by his parents, Andrew "Jack"
Henry and Anita Henry. He is survived by his
wife of 31 years, Diane; daughters Laura Henry
of Houston, TX; Claire & husband Katlin Jeffcoat
& son Keaton Jeffcoat of Willis, TX; sister Pat
Nichol of Conroe, TX; brother Jack Henry & wife
Debbie of Austin, TX; special family friend Dave
Napp of Conroe, TX; sister-in-law Barbara &
husband Rick Williamson of Houston, TX;
sister-in-law Mary & husband Dave Higbie of
Katy, TX; nephew Jason Nichol & wife Brooke,
nieces Kelley Henry, Andrea & husband Barron
McLeod, Katie Novak, and great niece Lacy Novak.
The family will honor Bruce and receive friends
at a Celebration of Life on Saturday, October
19, 2013, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Conroe
Sparkle Event Hall, 101 Metcalf, Downtown
Conroe, TX, 77301. To continue Bruce's legacy,
donations can be made to the Friends of Conroe,
101 South Main, Conroe, TX, 77301, for youth
scholarships, support of local community
organizations, and promotion of arts & culture
in Conroe, or to the Friends of the Flag
Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 1482, Conroe, TX,
77305, checks payable to Conroe Live, for
ongoing replacement of the flags at The Lone
Star Monument and Historical Flag Park in
Conroe. Bruce's family wishes to gratefully
acknowledge the compassionate care and expertise
of the physicians and staff of M.D. Anderson,
Eric Kleinbaum, M.D. and staff of Northwest
Cancer Center, Dr. Gomez and staff of the
Symptom Management Clinic, Heart to Heart
Hospice, the Administration, physicians and
staff of Conroe Regional Medical Center,
especially the 3rd floor nursing team, and
caregiver Beth Adamik. McNutt Funeral Home,
936-756-2724.
Reprinted fromThe
Courier
Ronald Wayne
Hensley
Obituary
OCTOBER 29, 1951 – MARCH
29, 2022
Ronald
Wayne Hensley passed away on March 29, 2022,
at the age of 70, in his home in Houston,
Texas. His battle with heart issues in
recent years showed his courage in facing
life challenges with a smile, and always
with his guitar in hand. Ronald was born to
William Troy Hensley and Vivian June Chappel
on October 29th, 1951. After graduating from
Conroe High School, Ronald became a very
talented carpenter building beautiful homes
throughout the Greater Houston area. He was
also very passionate about playing music and
songwriting, he was a lifetime member of the
Houston Songwriter’s Association. A man of
many nicknames, Woody P Chihuahua, BonTonRon,
and Strawman some of the favorites, music
was his life and his passion. Founder of
SoundsSoGood.com
Productions and The Unofficial Beatles, Bob
Dylan and Rolling Stones Historian, Ronald
could play music and talk about the history
of his favorite bands for hours. Ronald was
preceded in death by his parents, and by his
brothers Walter Threet and Edgar Hensley. He
is survived by his girlfriend of 12 years,
Judy Johnston; children Nicole Hensley
Hadley (husband Parrish Hadley) and Michael
Wayne Hensley (wife Lindsay Hensley);
grandchildren Jezyca Hadley, PC Hadley,
Audrey Hensley, Bellamy Hensley, and Dylan
Hensley. He is also survived by his sister,
Karen Britt, and brothers, Barry Dewberry,
and William Hensley. Following the service
at Cashner Funeral Home, we would like to
invite everyone to celebrate Ron Hensley at
202 Main in Downtown Conroe, the family
hopes family and friends will be able to
attend. Family members will be scattering
Ronald’s ashes at a future private ceremony.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy
may be shared at
www.cashnerconroe.com for the Hensley
family.
Celebration of Life was held
SUNDAY,
APRIL 24, 2022
John
David Hocut, 65, Of Montgomery, Texas,
passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2016. He
was born on November 27, 1950 in Conroe,
Texas, to Thomas and Billie Hocut. John
proudly served his country in the United
States Air Force during the Vietnam War.
John was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his loving wife of 11
years Sharon Hocut; sons Billy Wegner and
wife Margie, Shawn Wegner and wife Nili, and
Brian Lars Wegner and wife Suzanne;
grandchildren Leah, Maddison, and Della
Wegner; sister Suzanne Fitts and husband
Bobby; nieces Tamera Harvey and husband
Craig, Andrea White and husband Stephen, and
numerous family members and friends.
John was a very loving husband and a devoted
family man. He was outstanding in the
community and everyone loved to hear him
tell stories. The family will receive
friends and family on Tuesday, August 9,
2016 from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. Funeral
services will be Wednesday, August 10, 2016
at 10:00 a.m. at Metcalf Funeral Directors.
Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Sunset
Cemetery in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Verna Jean Hodges Temple
October 28, 1949 –
February 28, 2019 Well,
the time has come to say goodbye, to Verna Jean
"Miss Duke" Hodges Temple. She left us on
February 28, 2019 to fly with the Angels in
Heaven. Verna was born on October 28, 1949 to
Benjamin Eugene Hodges and Ruby Elese Grisham
Hodges in Conroe, Texas. On July 19, 1969 she
married the love of her life Michael Lee Temple,
making her a young military wife.
Verna loved life to the fullest, especially
being with Mike and their animals. She would
always greet you with a hug and a smile and a
kiss on your forehead. Some of her favorite days
were in front of a good puzzle or drawing with
some of her "kids". We remember her crazy
dancing with songs Benny Frank would download on
a CD to take home, after a visit with him and
Roberta. She spent many days with her special
friends the McGough's, Marzee, Caleb, Courtney,
Hope, and the grandkids.
She is survived by husband Michael Lee Temple,
U.S. Army veteran. Sister: Linda K. Harvell her
children, Pepper Harvell, Pat Harvell & Pam
Harvell Franklin. Brother and sister in law:
Benny Frank & Roberta Hodges their children
Rachel & Kenneth Simons, Rebecca & David
Westhoff, Benny Frank Hodges Jr. "Scooter" U.S.
Navy & Vanessa Hodges. Sister in law and
husband: Teresa & Sid Chambers & their children
Brandy Chambers, Sonya & Marty Foss, Matthew
Chambers. Sister in law: Nancy Temple Moore &
her children Kelly Moore & Dawana Dooley, Holly
& Brian Mathieson, Aaron & Michelle Moore.
Nephews: Michael & David Temple. Great Nieces &
Nephews: Dustin & Dylan, Lily, Leyla & Aryia,
Alyssa, Averie, Adeline, & Margaret, Zach,
Ashley & Taylor, Justin, Jeremy & Jacob & also
Laila. Cousin: Corkey Pittman.
Preceded in
death are her parents: B. "Gene" Hodges, Ruby
Elese Grisham Hodges. Mother and Father in law:
Henry "Buster" Temple, Margaret Hanna Temple.
Grand Parents: Jack and Arra Grisham, R.W. and
Della Hodges, Papa and Granny Temple Pappy and
Edna Hanna. Brother in laws: Temple, Pepper
Harvell, and Great Nephew: Michael A. Chambers.
Memorial Service is planned for May 11, 2019 at
the Tall Timber Subdivision Club House. (Verna
served as a lifeguard there during her teens.)
Rest In Peace to our beautiful Verna, you were a
blessing in our lives and hearts; you will be
truly missed by all. We have comfort in knowing
you are in the arms of our Lord, and smelling
the roses, playing with the kids, all while
holding your little Itty Bitty that has missed
you so much.
From her "Celebration of Life" May 11, 2019
Robert John "Bobby" Holbrook
Born
March 8, 1951, died June 22, 1970 due to auto
accident along with his wife Aleta Hensarling in
Harris County TX. Married February 21,
1970 in Montgomery County TX. Buried at
Brookside Memorial Park in Houston, TX.
Phillip Mervin Houck
Funeral
services for Phillip M. Houck, 37, of Conroe
will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday June 1, 1989
in the Metcalf Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev.
Dwayne Pollard officiating. Interment will
follow in theGarden
Park Cemeterywith
Metcalf Funeral Directors in charge of
arrangements. Mr.. Houck was born Sept.
10, 1951 in Conroe and passed away May 28, 1989
in Houston. Mr. Houck was the owner of
Houck Construction Company of Conroe.
Survivors: wife, Frieda Houck of Conroe; parents
Mr. and Mrs. Hubert E. Houck of Conroe; sons,
Daniel and Cullen Houck of Conroe, sisters,
Patsy Davila and Doris Samford of Conroe; and
brother, Lonnie Houck of Conroe; numerous aunts,
uncles, nieces, nephews and a host of friends
also survive. Pallbearers: Michael Murley,
Johnny Tubbs, Gary Nelson, Doug Mathis, Shane
Adams and Joe Lynch. Honorary Pallbearers:
Bobby Rhodde, Vincent Sealy and Gordon Sealy.
Reprinted
fromThe
Courier issue dated May 31,
1989
William R Howell
April 14, 1952
- August 3, 2022
Obituary
for William R Howell
William (Billy) Robert
Howell left this world,
Wednesday, August 3, 2022,
at a local hospital,
surrounded by the love and
support of family and
friends. His loved ones and
community are comforted in
their loss by many memories
of him as a man who always
found a way to make the best
of any situation with a kind
deed and gentle humor. Billy
was born April 14, 1952, in
Rosebud, Texas. His family
moved to Conroe when he was
younger, and he graduated
from Conroe High School in
1970. He was the center for
the Conroe Tigers Varsity
football team. After
graduation, he married his
high school sweetheart,
Terry Weisinger, also from
Conroe and recently
celebrated 52 years of
marriage.
Billy was preceded in death
by his parents, Roy and
Joyce Howell and brother,
Roy Howell, Jr. He is
survived by his wife, Terry
Weisinger Howell. His
children and grandchildren,
who lovingly called him "PawPaw"
include daughter, Angela
Phillips and husband Rick;
daughter, Brandy Brokaw and
husband, Jeff, and her
children, Emily & Zachary
Redden; sons, Mark, Michael
and Cody. He is also
survived by one brother,
Ronnie Howell, and his wife,
Kathy, 3 sisters, Elizabeth
Valleries, Penny Howell, and
Susan Carey, numerous nieces
and nephews, and many
friends.
Billy worked various jobs
with Brown & Root and
Derrick Services. Before
retirement, he had worked as
a warehouser for Ball Metal
Containers in Conroe. After
retirement, he enjoyed
tinkering in his workshop,
playing dominoes, and
watching antique car shows
and sports on TV. He was a
member of The Light Church
in Willis.
His
Celebration of Life service
will be Friday, August 19,
2022, at 10:30am at The
Light Church in Willis. In
lieu of flowers, memorial
donations may be made to The
Light Church, P. O. Box
2066, Willis TX 77378 or
online at www.thelightcf.orgthrough
their giving link.
Gayle Lee James, age 64 of Altus, passed away
Thursday morning, July 7, 2016 in Altus.
Private family service will be held following
cremation arrangements under the direction of
Lowell-Tims Funeral Home and Crematory, Altus,
Oklahoma.
Michael Fain Jordan
Michael Fain Jordan entered eternal rest Feb.
22, 2005. A native of n. Odessa Texas, he was
born to H. D. and Fannie Jordan on Oct. 25,
1952. Michael was a graduate of theUniversity
of Houston.
He became a successful businessman, and helped
run thefamily
tree farminWillis,
Texas. He is survived by his wife L'Ida
Lee Zeleskey; daughters, Erika and Erin; brother
and sister-in-law, Eddy and JoAnn; sister and
brother-in-law Trudy and Mike; and beloved
mother, Fannie Jordan.Nephews,
Charles and Jeffery and niece, Julie also
survive. Michael was loved by everyone who knew
him and will be missed. Michael's wishes were to
be cremated. A small memorial will be held by
family members only. In lieu of usual
remembrances and for those who desire, please
make donations to theAmerican
Cancer Society. P. O. Box 570127,Houston,
TX 77257-0127or
to the charity of your choice. You are invited
to leave a written tribute for the family on our
website atwww.cashnerfunerals.com
Reprinted
fromThe
Courier
Susan Lynnette Latham
Sue
Latham, 29 daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Latham
of Willis, died Monday, Nov. 16, as a result of
a hit and run accident inCalifornia.Memorial
servicesto
be held Tuesday, Nov. 24, 10 a.m., poolside,
Barton Springs, Austin. A memorial for "Creative
Writing" scholarship fund has been established
at the American Bank, Conroe, in care of Mike
Schilhab. In lieu of flowers please contribute
to the memorial fund.
Sue Latham, daughter of longtime Conroe
residents John and Jean Latham, died Nov. 18, of
injuries suffered in a hit-and-run accident in
California.
The
graduate of Conroe High School was visiting in
Hollywood at the time. An ardent
bicyclist, she was cycling in the early morning
on the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, Calif.
When she pulled off the highway to make repairs
to her bicycle, a car left the pavement to
strike her on the dirt shoulder of the road.
Ms. Latham was 29 years old at the time of her
death.
Ms.
Latham has a history of academic excellence and
achievement from her days at Anderson
Elementary, Travis Junior High and Conroe High
School through her graduate work at the
University of Texas, where her grade point
average was 4.0 and her Master's thesis using
quantum mechanics broke new ground by creating a
formula for use in laser chemistry.
The
thesis and her original research were published
by the Farraday Society of Great Britain.
She was a member of M.E.N.S.A. and Phi Beta
Kappa.
Susan Lynette, known to her family and friends
as Sue, was an artist, and maintained an active
interest in painting and the graphic arts.
While she was still a student at Conroe High
School, her work was exhibited in New York City.
She was a participant in the Conroe high School
debate club, drama club, choir and yearbook
staff.
For the
past two years, Ms. Latham focused her attention
on creative writing. She had completed a
long novel, "The Moonwaning", and numerous short
stories. She was working on a feature
magazine article at the time of her death.
With her
sister Lynn, Ms. Latham collaborated on a
screenplay which was completed a month ago.
She was in Hollywood to meet with agents and
discuss marketing the screenplay at the time of
the accident.
Latham jogged or swam several miles each day,
and had joined the Santa Monica Swim Club, a
club of long-distance competitive ocean
swimmers, while in California.
A resident of Austin, over the past several
years, Ms. Latham is survived by her parents,
John H. and Jean Latham of Texas National Golf
club, Willis, and a sister, Lynn Latham of
Austin.
Memorial
services were held at the ocean side in Santa
Monica, Calif., and at poolside at Barton
Springs in Austin, where her friends are
planting a stand of mountain laurel beside the
springs in her honor.
The Latham family has established a Sue Latham
Creative Writing Memorial fund in their
daughter's honor. The fund will provide an
annual scholarship prize t a member of each
Conroe High School graduating class for the best
creative writing.
Contributions may be sent to the Sue Latham
Creative Writing Fund c/o The American Bank, P O
Box 869, Conroe, 77305.
Larry Gregg Lewis, Jr.
L. G.
Lewis, Jr.
Funeral
services for Larry Gregg Lewis, Jr. 20, of
Conroe, were held Saturday, July 22, at 11 a. m.
in the chapel of Forest Hill Funeral Home with
the Rev. Cliff Herrington and the Rev. Ed
Wiggins of the First Baptist Church of
Conroe officiating.
Interment was inGarden
Park Cemeterywith
Forest Hill Funeral Home in charge of
arrangements.
Lewis
died in Bargetown, KY Friday July 21, as the
result of an automobile accident. A member
of the First Baptist Church in Conroe, he was a
graduate of Conroe High School. Active on
the high school golf team, he was attending Lee
College in Baytown on a golf scholarship.
He was to be a junior at Houston Baptist College
this fall.
He is
survived by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs.
Larry Lewis, Sr.; one brother, Christopher
Lewis, all of Conroe; his maternal grandparents,
Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Sanderson of Austin, and his
paternal grandmother, Mrs. Inez Lewis of Big
Springs.
Reprinted
fromThe
Courier
Lowell Dawson
Little
1951-2020
Lowell Dawson Little, a seventh generation
Texas, born December 1, 1951 in Conroe, Texas,
died peacefully in his home on Monday, August
31, 2020. The son of L D and Nola Jean Little of
Conroe, he is survived by his wife of
thirty-nine years, Sarah Farley Little, his
daughter Sarah Taylor Little and wife Laura
Jackson and grandchildren Georgia, Holden,
Gracelynn, and Hunter Jackson, his son James
Wesley Little and wife Yeni and their daughter
Leah Jean Little, and family members including
his sisters, Laura Lynn Byrum and family, and
LaDorise Sprecher and family. He graduated from
Conroe High School in 1971 and attended Sam
Houston State University.
He was a data engineer on offshore rigs for
Dresser Industries and then worked as a cabinet
and trim carpenter until he retired. Dawson was
a gentleman and a gentle man who enjoyed time
with his family, exploring, fishing, hunting,
farming, and visiting with friends and family
around a warm campfire.
A wake will be held in his honor at his home on
Saturday, September 12, 2020 between the hours
of 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm. Family and friends
welcome.
To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit
ourSympathy
Store.
Published in The
Courier of Montgomery County from Sep. 6 to
Sep. 7, 2020.
Amanda
Marilyn Squyres Martin, age 59, peacefully
passed away April 21, 2011, with her children at
her side. Born in San Antonio, TX, and dividing
her home between Houston, TX, and Conroe, TX,
Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents,
John W Squyres, Sr. and his beloved wife, Mary
E. Rice Squyres; her beloved husband, Eugene L.
Martin, Jr.; her father-in-law, Eugene L.
Martin, Sr.; her mother-in-law, Evelyn E.
Martin; and her daughter, Ashley M. Thompson.
Marilyn is survived by her children Jeff,
Michele and Joshua Thompson; grandchildren Tyler
Thompson, Laurallye Edwards, and Hannah
Thompson; and seven siblings, Alan L. Squyres,
Ramona Reed, John W Squyres, Jr., Pamela Roe,
Laurie Squyres Harrison, Dartha Hanson, and
Twila Martin. She is also survived by many
nieces and nephews, other family members and
many friends. Marilyn completed a Bachelor of
Arts (2 classes shy of a Masters) in business
and finance, magna cum laude, from Kaplan
University, in addition to a Bachelor of Arts in
theology, magna cum laude, from Indiana
Christian University. She volunteered for
several meaningful organizations, and was a
member in good standing of the National
Association of Professional Women, The National
Society of Collegiate Scholars, the Alpha Beta
Honor Society and the Sigma Beta Delta Honor
Society. Her hunger for knowledge was evident in
her various accomplishments. Anyone who knew
her, or had the pleasure of crossing her path,
knows she gave her all in every aspect of her
life, whether it concerned her health, her work,
her family, her friends, or even relaxing and
having a good time. With an enduring smile,
Marilyn offered a helping hand to others no
matter what was going on in her own life. She
will be remembered for her kind heart, beautiful
smile, infectious laugh and the way she showed
her love for everyone, and will be missed by
all.
In honor of Amanda Marilyn Squyres Martin, a
service will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2011,
at 2:30 p.m. at Forest Park Lawndale in South
Houston, Reverend Ed Bishop officiating.
The family requests that, in lieu of flowers,
Memorial Donation Gifts be made to the American
Cancer Society,www.cancer.org,
800-277-2345, or the American Heart Association,www.heart.org,
800-242-8721. Please include a note, designating
“In memory of Amanda Marilyn Martin,” if mailing
the donation.
Eugene Martin, Jr. A
memorial service for Eugene LeRoy
Martin, Jr. will be held on Saturday,
January 30, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. at
Northside Baptist Church in Conroe, with
Rev. Ed Bishop officiating. Graveside
services will follow at 1:00 P.M. at
Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery in
Houston. Gene passed away peacefully at
the age of 58, at his home in
Montgomery, TX, with his wife at his
side, following a brief but courageous
battle with lung cancer on January 23,
2010.
He was born in Houston to Eugene L.
Martin, Sr. and his beloved wife Evelyn
E. Martin, who both have preceded Gene
in death. Ashley M. Thompson, Gene's
stepdaughter also preceded him in death.
He is survived by: beloved wife, Amanda
Marilyn; stepchildren, Michele, Jeff and
wife Christina, and Josh Thompson;
grandchildren, Tyler Thompson and
Laurallye Edwards; sisters, Kay Martin
and Lisa Martin Braun and husband Bryan;
nephews, Jay Ryan Osborne and wife Dawn,
and Evan Reed Osborne; and many other
relatives and friends.
Gene received his Bachelor of Science in
Chemistry in 1977 and his Master of
Science in Chemistry in 1988. Gene had a
lifelong passion for acquiring knowledge
and sharpening his mind. He was very
interested in integrating new technology
into every aspect of life and promoted
changing technology. In lieu of flowers,
the family requests that donations be
made to the Ashley Thompson Scholarship
Fund at Bank of America c/o Amanda
Marilyn Thompson Martin (TRU) 801 River
Road, C104, Montgomery, TX 77356. Gene
will be missed by all the people whose
lives he has touched in his short
lifetime. "God is our refuge and
strength, a very present help in
trouble." (Psalm 46:1)
Conroe Funeral Directors
441-2280/756-2210
Joe M. Martinez, III
Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home,
936-890-0454 (Willis)
12/27/2006
On
Dec. 22, 2006 God took one of his angels
home. Joe M. Martinez, III passed at
home quietly and with dignity. He was 55
years old. Although his life was short
his candle will burn brightly for years
through his grandchildren and his
friends. He leaves behind to cherish
memories of a lifetime his wife of 24
years, Pamela S. Martinez; sons, Larry
R. Swearingen Sr., Joe Martinez, and
Larry Swearingen, Jr. (Bubba); daughter
and husband, Dean and Rebecca Paulsel;
sons and wives, Michael and Demetria
Swearingen, Sam and Kim Martinez; the
light of Papa's eyes, his grandchildren,
Michael Joe and Ashley Swearingen, Kayla
and Kale Paulsel, Kaitlynn and Seth
Martinez; parents, George and Adell
Longmire; sister and husband, Mary and
Kyle Reed; brother and wife, Jack and
Kathleen Martinez; and numerous other
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and
cousins. He struggled the last few
months with multiple medical problems.
We would like to acknowledge the special
nurses and doctors at St. Luke's
Episcopal Hospital (Medical Center) for
the extra months we had with him, Peggy
Odegard and the transplant coordinators
at the LVAD Clinic; Dr. Loyolka, Dr.
Delgado, Dr. Frazier and Dr. Grejoric.
Without these wonderful people he would
not have made it home. Joe touched many
people's lives in numerous ways, from
taking people fishing and hunting to
traveling the U.S. working in commercial
and industrial environments. His
favorite subjects to discuss were
fishing and his grandkids escapades. He
was such a beautiful soul; this world
has lost an angel of great magnitude.
The family has requested that in lieu of
flowers, contributions may be made to a
fund that was set up by his friends at
Anchorage Marina. Please make checks
payable to Joe Martinez Fund, Compass
Bank, 12335 FM 1960 West, Houston, Texas
77065. Contributions may also be made
locally at the Compass Bank on Hwy 105,
Conroe, Texas. Pallbearers will be Gary
Lewis, Michael Swearingen, Sam Martinez,
Dean Paulsel, Walter Seidel, George
Hilton, and Jesse Rodriquez. Visitation
for Mr. Martinez will be held on
Thursday, Dec. 28, 2006 from 6 to 8 PM
at Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home -
Willis. Funeral services will be held at
2 PM on Friday, Dec. 29, 2006 in the
chapel of Sam Houston Memorial Funeral
Home - Willis. Interment to follow inSmith
Memorial Park. You are
invited to leave a written message of
condolence atwww.shmfh.com.
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Randolph McCloud
Collins and Johnson Funeral Home
announces the funeral services of Mr.
Randolph McCloud, 46, of Tamina, Texas. Services
will be held Sunday, Feb. 25, 1996, 1:30
p.m. at Lone Star Baptist Church, with
the Rev. E. S. Washington, Jr.
officiating. Interment will follow
at Rayford Cemetery. Survivors:
wife, Edna McCloud; son, Christopher
McCloud; step-son, Terrance;
God-daughter, Latasha Victorian;
step-father, the Rev. E. S. Washington,
Sr.; four brothers, Charles R. McCloud,
Thomas Blackneil, Edward S. Washington,
Jr. and Bruce Washington; three sisters,
Cheryl D. Holt, Vanessa Caster, and
Edwina Ladd; four sisters-in-laws,
LaWanda McCloud, Diane Blackwell,
Theresa Washington and Regina Catching;
five brothers-in-law, William Burton and
wife, Evan, Burton, Jr. Orlando Burton,
Vernard, Holt and Stacy Ladd;
mother-in-law and father-in-law, Adelle
and Evan Burton, Sr.; special friend,
Edward Miller; a hosts of aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews and other relatives and
friends.
Bobby Gerald Morrow, Sr.
Funeral for Bobby Gerald Morrow Sr., 56,
of Garrison will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at
Garrison Funeral Home Chapel, Garrison,
with the Rev. Terry Hodge, pastor of
First Christian Church, Nacogdoches,
officiating. Military graveside service
conducted by the U.S. Navy will be in
Fairview Cemetery. Morrow died Feb. 15,
2007, at his residence. Born Nov. 12,
1950, in Conroe, he was the son of
Johnnie C. and Dorothy Blyndean Webb
Morrow. He was affiliated with Grace
Bible Church, Conroe. He was farmer and
rancher and a poultry grower. He was a
U.S. Navy veteran, having served during
the Vietnam War and in the Naval
Reserve, Florida and Texas National
Guards and the National Guard Reserve.
In addition to his mother, survivors
include his wife, Barbara Morrow of
Garrison; sons, Bobby Morrow Jr. of
Appleby and Dennis Morrow of Newport
News, Va.; brother, Johnie D. Morrow of
Conroe; sisters, Janice Cothran of
Montgomery, Edith Dempsey of Bryan and
Peggy Ray of Conroe; and two
grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6
until 8 p.m. today. In lieu of flowers,
donations can be made to First Christian
Church, 702 N. Mound St., Nacogdoches,
Texas 75961. Garrison Funeral Home,
Garrison.
Charles "Charlie" Newman
Funeral for Charles "Charlie" O. Newman,
41, of Conroe, Texas, a loving husband,
father, and friend, will be held at 2
p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1991 at Conroe
Church of Christ with the Rev. Steve
Yates officiating. Interment to
follow inHouston
National Cemeterywith
Cashner Funeral Home in charge of
arrangements. Mr. Newman was born
Aug. 5, 1950 in Pittsburg, Texas
and passed away in Conroe, Texas.
Mr. Newman graduated in 1970 from Conroe
High School, was a member of the
National Rifle Association. Mr.
Newman also served the Air Force.
Survivors: wife: Rhonda Newman of
Conroe, Texas; son: John Aaron Branson
of Conroe, Texas. Mother: Chris
Newman of Willis, Texas; father: Charles
W. Newman of Mt. Pleasant, Texas; sister
Susan Weeks of Willis, Texas; brother:
James P. Newman of Humble, Texas. Mr.
Newman is also survived by much loved
nieces, nephews, and many loving
friends. Family will receive
friends at Cashner Funeral Home from 6
p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday night.
Patricia Chron Nichols, age 70, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2022,
after a 7 month battle with Glioblastoma brain cancer. She was born March
10, 1952, in Houston, Texas to Wilbern “Sam” and Ethel Ercelle Chron. She
lived her entire life in Montgomery County, Texas. Her unwavering faith in
her Heavenly Father began at an early age when she accepted Christ as a
young child at Mims Baptist Church where she was brought up learning about
the Lord. She attended Conroe schools and graduated from Conroe High School
in 1970. She married her “Cowboy”, Robert Nichols II, at Security Baptist
Church on March 31, 1972. They were blessed to celebrate over 50 years of
marriage this year.
She had various jobs throughout her life working at the Conroe Courier,
Montgomery County Tax Office and being a stay at home Mom raising her girls.
She recently retired from the Montgomery County Library Genealogy Department
after 25 years of service.
She cherished raising her daughters, while providing them with a strong
foundation of how to live a life pleasing to the Lord in all she did.
Her greatest pride and joy was being “GIGi” to her grandchildren. She was
always there for them when they were sick. She could be found in the stands
cheering them on at sporting events and taking lots of pictures. She spoiled
them every time she had the chance, with slumber parties that included
brownies, Blue Bell ice cream, and her famous popcorn.
She made her house a home for all who entered. Her passion for home cooked
meals, her love of having all of her family together, always putting others
first, and her warm and gentle spirit will be greatly missed.
She took joy in being a faithful member of Cook Springs Baptist Church in
Huntsville, Texas. She served in many capacities but her favorite was
serving as the Pastor’s wife. She was affectionately named by the
congregation as “The First Lady” throughout her 17 year membership, where
her husband still pastors. She ministered to him while he ministered to the
church. She is much loved and will be terribly missed by her church family.
To know Pat was to love her. If you were blessed to be touched by her, then
you understand the imprint she left on our hearts far exceeds the quantity
of time she lived here on earth.
Pat is preceded in death by her parents and her granddaughter, Emma Grace
Reaves. She is survived by her husband, Robert Nichols II, her two daughters
Amber (Tim) Ivey, Kari (Scott) Reaves; grandchildren Lane and Avery Reaves,
Caden and Cameron Ivey; her brother, Sammy Chron; her beloved mother in law,
Merlene Nichols and various nieces, nephews and cousins.
A visitation will be held at Cashner Funeral Home from 6-8 pm on Sunday,
December 4, 2022. Services will be held at Cashner on December 5, 2022, at
10:00 am with Dr. Bob Pitman officiating. A private interment will follow at
Hickory Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers are Scott Reaves, Lane Reaves, Tim Ivey,
Caden Ivey, Cameron Ivey, Scott Fulp, Luke Jones and Logan Jones. Honorary
Pallbearers are Sammy Chron, Don Yates, Gene McCafferty, Donnie Johnson,
Paul Eberhardt and John Reaves.
The family would like to thank Cook Springs Baptist Church for their many
acts of kindness to the family throughout this difficult journey. They would
also like to thank Heart to Heart Hospice and Kristy Holcomb for the
wonderful care they gave to Pat in her final days. In lieu of flowers,
donations can be made to Cook Springs Baptist Church at 1936 State Highway
75 North, Huntsville, Texas 77340.
Jimmy Cecil Ogle
Funeral
services for Jimmy Ogle, 18, of Conroe were held
June 22, at 2 p.m. in Metcalf Chapel of the
Pines with Sister Nancy Myrtle Kitchens
officiating. Interment was inSplendora
Cemeterywith
Metcalf Funeral Directors in charge of
arrangements. Ogle was born on August 6,
1952 in Atoka, OK and died Sunday, June 20, near
Conroe as the result of a car accident. He
was employed by Max Mahaffey Ford as a
maintenance man until the time of his death.
He is survived by his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Jimmy
Ogle of Splendora; three brothers, Kenneth Ogle,
Gary Ogle, and Jerry Ogle all of Splendora; two
sisters, Mrs. Wanda McDaniel of Conroe and Miss
Jeannie Ogle of Splendora; tow nephews and one
niece.Reprinted
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Brenda Paulette Oliver
DECEMBER 23, 1949 – JUNE
18, 2014
Brenda
Paulette Oliver, 64, of Conroe, Texas, passed
away on June 18, 2014. She was born on December
23, 1949 in Hearne, Texas, to Nolen and Mary
Coleman. Brenda is preceded in death by her
husband Ernest Wayne Oliver Sr. She is survived
by her father Nolen Pope Coleman; daughter
Tabatha Phillips and husband Peter; son Ernest
Oliver Jr. and wife Adrienne; grandchildren
Morgan Phillips, Jacob Torrey and Emilie Torrey;
sisters Barbara Morrow and Debbie Grisham;
brother Michael Coleman and numerous nieces,
nephews, family members and friends. The family
will receive friends on Friday, June 20, 2014
from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. Funeral services
will be Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. in
the Cashner Colonial Chapel. Burial will follow
in Garden Park Cemetery. You are invited to view
our webpage and leave written tributes to the
family at www.cashnerconroe.com
Bobby Lee Puyear
Tallahassee, Florida
Jun 6, 1951 – Jul 14, 2018
Tallahassee - Bobby Lee
Puyear passed away Saturday, July 14, 2018
at the age of 67. He was born in Cleveland,
TX and became a resident of Tallahassee 17
years ago when he married his loving wife,
Pamela. He worked in various lines of
construction, making friends wherever he
went. Bobby was a devoted supporter of the
Salvation Army. He was a proud member of the
Horn Springs Hunt Club and cherished being
outside and enjoying nature any chance he
could get. He is also survived by his sister
Sue Russell and brother-in-law Wayne of
Conroe, TX; step-children Jimmy Sims and his
wife Beth of Stafford, VA and Melissa Sims
of Tallahassee, FL; step-grandchildren Evie
Sims, Joey Andrews, Lydia Sims; numerous
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death
by his brother, Glenn "Bucky" Puyear. A
celebration of Bobby's life will be held at
5:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at
Bevis Funeral Home, 200 John Knox Rd
Tallahassee. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions may be made to the Salvation
Army or the Kearney Center of Tallahassee.
Susie Mozolic of Bevis Funeral Home is
assisting the family with their arrangements.
(www.bevisfh.com,
850-385-2193) Published
in Tallahassee Democrat on July 17, 2018
Laura Grey Hejl Parker Laura
Grey Packer, 56, of Abilene, TX passed away on
July 20, 2009 in Abilene, TX.
Visitation will be 5 - 7 p.m., Thursday, July
23, 2009 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449
Buffalo Gap Road in Abilene.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m.,
Friday, July 24, 2009 at Hillcrest Church of
Christ, 650 E Ambler Ave in Abilene, with Dalvin
Hampton, of Waxahachie, TX, officiating. Burial
will follow in Elmwood Memorial Park directed by
The Hamil Family Funeral Home.
Laura was born in Austin, TX to J.C. and Betty
Hejl on September 4, 1952. She went to
elementary school in Tyler, and secondary
schools in Corpus Christi and Conroe. She
married Randy Packer on August 5, 1972 in the
home of her parents in Abilene, TX. She
graduated from Abilene Christian College after
studying art and office administration. She
initially worked for Abilene Christian College,
local banks, accounting firms, and oil and gas
concerns before leaving the job market to have a
family. She often said she had found her purpose
in life in raising her children. She was an
active school volunteer and served as PTA
president. She served as president of the
Abilene Quilter's Guild and was an accomplished
quilter, having won best in show each time she
entered a quilt at the West Texas Fair. She
learned tatting directly from her grandmother,
designed and created numerous quilts for family
and friends, and created custom quilts for the
public until carpal tunnel syndrome restricted
that activity.
She was an avid "birder" and was currently
serving as president of the Big Country Audubon
Society. She traveled in a number of countries
and clearly informed her fellow travelers that
"every trip is a birding trip." At Dyess Air
Force Base, she created and maintained the base
avian checklist which is posted on the
Department of Defense Partners In Flight website
with links to pictures, most of which she took.
Laura assisted with spring and fall quail counts
and helped the base golf course maintain its
Audubon International Wildlife Sanctuary status.
She was awarded a special medallion by Dyess Air
Force Base for her services as a contractor and
tireless volunteer. She served as a host mom and
mentor for international students, several of
which she taught to drive using her own car.
Laura is survived by her husband Randy, son Jay,
daughter-in-law Amy, daughter Melissa, brother
Jerry Hejl, sister-in-law Angie, brother Lee
Hejl, father and mother J. C. and Betty Hejl,
father-in-law and mother-in-law C.E. and
Virginia Packer, and many other family and
friends from around the world who thought of her
as a true sister or mother.
Pallbearers will be Kim Walton of Clyde, TX,
Wyatt Walton of Clyde, TX, Danny Walters of
Buffalo Gap, TX, Doug Boone of Parker, CO, Wayne
White of Parker, CO, Mark Lansdown of Castle
Rock, CO, Lowell Johnston of Abilene, TX, Tim
Colglazier of Fort Worth, TX, Nathan Maxson of
Houston, TX
Memorials may be given to "Big Country Audubon
Society P.O. Box 569 Abilene, TX 79604,
"Community Foundation of Abilene for the ARMC
Nursing Scholarships 500 Chestnut Street
Abilene, TX 79602,
"Abilene Cancer Society 209 South Danville
Abilene, TX 79605
The Packer and Hejl families wish to extend our
sincere thanks to Dr. Anton Melnyk, Dr. Mark
Reedy, Dr. Joseph Crumbliss, Dr. George Dawson,
the nurses in outpatient surgery at Abilene
Regional Medical Center, the nurses at Texas
Oncology and the Texas Cancer Center, the nurses
and caretakers on the fifth floor at Abilene
Regional Medical Center, Hospice of the Big
Country, and all of the members of Hillcrest
Church of Christ who loved and supported us so
tenderly during our recent struggles.
A
celebration of the life and
home-going of Janet Macomber will be
held at 10am Saturday at Porter
Springs Cemetery, Porter Springs,
TX, under the direction of Callaway-Allee
Funeral Home in Crockett, TX. Mrs.
Macomber, 58, passed away on Jan. 9,
2008, in a Tyler nursing home.
Services will be conducted by her
brother, Bob Reed, with music by
several family members. Mrs.
Macomber was born August 24, 1949 in
Pasadena, TX, to J C and Clarite
Lansford Reed. She graduated from
Conroe High School in 1970, and
married Donald Macomber in Conroe on
June 1, 1974. She lived in Conroe
(TX), Crewe (VA), and Tyler (TX).
She attended Green Acres Baptist
Church and was a member of the
Celebration Sunday School Class. Jan
played the piano and loved playing
Skip-Bo, Bingo, and '42'. Her life
and tenacity were inspirational to
many who knew her. Jan's favorite
response was "I don't know." In
addition to her husband, she is
survived by daughter, Emily
Hightower and fiancée, Kevin Nave,
both of N. Fort Myers, FL; brothers,
Jim Reed (Kathy) of Tyler, TX and
Bob Reed (Norma Sue) of Hattiesburg,
MS; sisters, Judy Reed of Conroe, TX
and Joyce Austin (Jack) of Edmond,
OK; Uncle John and Aunt Bow Lansford
of Mineral, TX; and many cousins,
nieces, and nephews. If desired,
donations may be made to cancer
research or the Porter Springs
Cemetery Association.
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David Reed Richards
Funeral services for David Reed
Richards, 20, of #21
Woody Creek Dr., in Conroe,
were held Tuesday, August 31, at 4
p.m. in Metcalf Chapel of The
Pines with Dr. Ed Mathison, pastor
of theFirst
United Methodist Churchof
Conroe officiating. Interment was in
Garden
Park Cemeterywith
Metcalf Funeral Directors in charge
of arrangements.
Richards was born at Kingsville on
May 24, 1951, and died in Conroe on
Monday, August 30, as the result of
an automobile accident on IH 45
south near Spring. He had lived inConroefor
the past 3 1/2 years and was a
member of the Methodist Church and a
sophomore student at South Texas Jr.
College in Houston.
He is survived by his parents, Mr.
and Mrs.Charles
RichardsSr.
of Conroe; one brother, Charles
Richards Jr. of Conroe; one sister
Barbara Gail Richards of Conroe;paternal
grandmother, Mrs. E. E.
Richards ofKingsville;
maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs.
L. L. Thompson of Palestine; and
paternal great grandmother, Mrs. R.
D. Birdwell, Sr.
Pallbearers wereCraig
Hughes, Mark Millis, Gary
Mack, Gary Whittington, Skip
Morrison,Marrio(think
this should be Morris)Boozer,
Mike Toole and John Shaver.
David Reed Richards, 20, of21
Woody Creek Drive in Conroe,
was fatally injured Monday about
8:30 a.m. one mile north of Spring
onInterstate
45when
his car was involved in a collision
with a tractor-trailer truck
belonging to theTexas
Department of Correctionsin
Huntsville.
Richards was rushed to theMontgomery
County Hospitalin
a Harris
County ambulanceand
was pronounced dead on arrival in
Conroe.
The prison truck was driven by
Michael A. Comella of Huntsville,
according to a spokesman for theTexas
Highway Patrol.
TheOpel
Kadettdriven
by young Richards reportedly
overturned, throwing him to the
pavement on the feeder road parallel
to the Interstate 45 Southbound
lane. He was enroute to Houston at
the time of the accident. Both
vehicles involved in the accident
were traveling south.
Funeral services for Richards
were held Tuesday afternoon at 4
p.m. in the chapel of the Metcalf
Funeral Directors, with the Rev. Ed
Mathison, pastor of theFirst
Methodist Church in Conroe,
officiating. Burial was in theGarden
Park Cemetery
Richard's immediate survivors
include his father and mother, Mr.
and Mrs. Charles A. Richards, Sr.;
one brother, Charles A. Richards,
Jr., and one sister, Barbara Gail
Richards, all of Conroe.
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Deborah Rogers Deborah
Rogers passed away Sunday, June 19,
2022, at her home in The Woodlands,
Texas at the age of 70. A retired
teacher from Conroe ISD. She
graduated from Conroe High in 1970.
Her mother Naomi Rogers and her
brother Paul Rogers preceded her
death. She leaves behind her
daughter Lauren Chapman and her
faithful dog “Tess”. Services are
pending.
Terry Rowe
Terry A. Rowe of Montgomery went to
be with his Lord Saturday Sept. 12,
1998. He passed at Hermann
Hospital after a long, courageous
battle against complications caused
from a kidney-pancreas transplant
done May 23, 1998 done at UTBM in
Galveston. Terry was born May
2, 1952 in Tomball, Texas and was a
member of the First United Methodist
Church. He was a 1970 graduate
of Conroe High School. He
loved the Astros, golf and bowling.
Terry was the president of the
Montgomery County Mens Bowling
Association. He is survived by
his wife, Kathy; daughter, Brandy
and very special granddaughter,
Courtney; parents, Ralph and Betty
Rowe; sister, Karen McClain;
mother-in-law, Opal Shugart; nieces,
two great-nephews and many other
family members and friends will miss
Terry. Memorial services will
be held Wednesday, Sept. 16, 1998 at
1 p.m. in Cashner colonial Chapel
with the Rev. Dearing Jones
officiating. Cashner Funeral
Home is in charge of arrangements.
I lieu of usual remembrances,
donations may be made to the
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation,
Houston Chapter, 2425 Fountainview,
Ste. #280, Houston, TX 77057.
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James Vernon "Jim" Sallas
Jim was born August 27, 1951 and
died December 5, 2008. He is
buried at Enloe Cemetery in Porter,
Texas.
Arnold James "Jimmie" Sens, Jr.
Born February 23, 1951, died October
1968 due to an auto accident with
Gary Snearly. Parents: A. J.
Sens and Dorothy Georg. Buried in
Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery, Columbus,
TX. There are several articles
in The Conroe Courier about the
wreck that took the life's of Gary &
Jimmie.
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Frances Elaine Wright Schmidt
Born May 1, 1951 and died January
24, 2005 in Royce City, Rockwall
County Texas. Buried in
Rockwall City Cemetery.
Survivors, one son and one daughter.
Clark Shepard
Funeral services for Mr.Clark
Shepard Jr., 26 of Huntsville were
held in the Metcalf Chapel of the
Pines, today at 11:00 a.m. with Dr.
Jim Knez and the Rev. Salvatore
DeGeorge officiating.
Interment will be in theGarden
Park Cemeterywith
Metcalf Funeral Home in charge of
the arrangements. Mr. Shepard in
Conroe on April 28, 1952 and
died in Osceola, Arkansas.
Survivors: parents: Mr. and Mrs.
Lester c. Shepard Sr. of Conroe;
sister: Mrs. Becky Page of Conroe;
two nieces, several aunts, uncles
and cousinsReprinted
from The Courier
Margaret Jones Shephard, Clark's
wife died with him on December 22,
1978 in Osceola, Arkansas.
Gary Dale Snearly
Born June 22, 1951, died October 12,
1968 due to an auto accident with
Jimmie Sens. Parents: Elmo G.
Snearly and Dorothy J. Evans.
There are several articles in The
Conroe Courier about the wreck that
took the life's of Gary & Jimmie.
Gary's heart was donated to a lady
from Virginia.
Funeral services were held at 10:00
a.m. Tuesday October 15, 1968, in
Porter Baptist Church at Porter,
Texas with Rev. Jimmy Bird
officiating. Interment
followed inConroe
Memorial Park Cemetery under
the direction of Metcalf Funeral
Directors.
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fromThe
Courier
Keith Spradling Funeral services for Keith
Spradling, 54, of Austin, Texas will
held on Friday, April 7, 2006 at
12:30 p.m. in Cashner Colonial
Chapel with the Rev. James
Featherstone officiating.
Interment will follow inScott
Ridge Cemetery,
Montgomery, Texas. Visitation
is scheduled for Thursday, April 6,
2006 from 5 to 9 p.m. in Cashner
Funeral Home. Mr. Spradling
was born on Sept. 2, 1951 in Ft.
Worth, Texas and passed away on
April 4, 2006 in Austin, Texas.
He served his country in the U. S.
Air Force. He is survived by
his daughter, Holly Nicole Spradling
of Dyersburg, Tenn.; mother, Sue
Dean Lankford, and stepfather,
Kenneth of Conroe; sister, Brenda
Sue Popham and husband Mac of
Kerrville; and brother, Paul
Spradling of Conroe. Numerous
other relatives and friends also
survive. Pallbearers are Jason
Spradling, Andy Riley, Stuart
Traylor, Terry Traylor, W. B. Knox,
R. L. Dotson, and Ike Fluellen.
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David Russell Stephens
October 25, 1951 - November 15, 2011
A
memorial service for
David Russell Stephens, age 60, of
Conroe will be held on Saturday,
November 19, 2011 at 10 a.m. in
Cashner Colonial Chapel with Pastor
Ronnie White officiating. David was
born October 25, 1951 in Houston,
Texas and went to be with the Lord
on November 15, 2011 at his home in
Conroe, Texas. He worked for S & B
Engineers and Constructors for over
25 years. David is survived by his
daughters, Kari Perkins and husband
Gary and Leigh Walton and husband
Justin, all of Conroe, and Jessie
Stephens of Montgomery; mother,
Geneva (Neba) Stephens of Conroe;
sister, Kathy Brenner and husband
Mark of Scottsdale, Arizona;
grandchildren, Christopher Ward,
Hadleigh Perkins, Emerson Walton and
Ethan Walton. Numerous other
relatives and friends also survive.
In lieu of flowers, the family
requests that donations may be made
in his name to M.D. Anderson Cancer
Research Center, P. O. Box 297153,
Houston, TX 77297. You are invited
to leave written messages and
condolences for the family on our
website at www.cashnerconroe.com.
Evelyn "Diane"
Cranford Strunk
August 29, 1952 - March 8, 2023
Evelyn
Diane Cranford Strunk, age 70 years, of
Katy, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, March
8, 2023.
Diane was born on August 29, 1952, to
Leon H. and Jewel Evelyn (Walker) Cranford
in Conroe, Texas. Diane graduated from
Conroe High School in 1970 and continued on
to complete her bachelor’s degree at Baylor
in December, 1973. Later she finished her
master's degree in counseling at UH-Clear
Lake. In 1982, Diane married the love of her
life, Paul Strunk, on March 13, exactly
thirteen months after they met. Diane and
Paul went on to raise three children: Chris,
Mike, and Jennifer. Paul will never forget
her gorgeous smile and how she always tried
to ensure everyone was happy and cared for.
He and Diane shared a decade-long tradition
started by Mike at New Braunfels High School
on "Tell your Mom you love her Tuesdays"
that evolved into "I love my wife
Wednesdays!".
Diane enjoyed a thirty-year career at Katy
High School prior to retirement, and
throughout it all she epitomized grace,
compassion, faith, service and embodied
every fruit of the spirit. In her
retirement, Diane loved to spend her free
time reading, playing candy crush, and going
out with friends to enjoy a steak at the
Taste of Texas. In addition, she thoroughly
loved baking like her mother and made cakes
for all occasions: kids’ birthdays,
weddings, KARE fundraisers and friends'
anniversaries. She enjoyed traveling with
her family; her most memorable trips were
cruises, Panama City Beach, and Disney World
with her grandbabies.
Diane is survived by her husband of 41
years, Paul Strunk; children, Chris Strunk
and wife Sarah, Mike Strunk and wife
Lindsey, Jennifer Strunk Slater and her
husband Chase; grandchildren Alex, Ryan,
Hudson, Brenlee, Zachary, Emily, Carter;
brother, Joe Cranford; niece and nephew,
Rebecca Cranford Sharp, Joey Cranford.
She is preceded in death by her parents
Honey and Leon Cranford, and sister, Susan
Cranford.
The family will receive friends from 5:00
p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, March 17, 2023
in Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel, in Katy. A
funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m.
on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Kingsland
Baptist Church with Dr. Ryan Rush and Dr.
Steven Jones officiating. The family will
have a private graveside service.
Those wishing to make a memorial donation in
Diane’s memory can give to the Special Needs
Ministry Fund at Kingsland Baptist Church
at kingsland.org/give.
David Russell Watson
October 13, 1951 - January 6, 2015
David
Russell Watson passed away Tuesday,
January 6, 2015 in Conroe, TX. He
was born October 13, 1951 in
Galveston, TX to Irving Monroe
Watson and Bettye Newton Watson. David received his law
degree from Baylor University and a
Bachelor of Journalism degree from
the University of Texas at Austin.
He practiced law in Longview,
Greenville, and Conroe. David
anchored his life with the love of
the Lord and his daughter Rachel.
His courage and determination
through his cancer set an example
that will remain with us. His
parents preceded David in death.
Survivors include his daughter
Rachel of Fort Worth, TX; two
brothers, Stephen Watson and his
wife, Robin of Wasilla, AK; Deane
Watson of Grapeland, TX; one sister,
Carol Jean Watson of Conroe, TX; and
numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial
services for David Russell Watson
will be Saturday, January 17, 2015
at 12:30 pm at Cashner Funeral Home
in Conroe, TX. Those who wish to
make a donation in lieu of flowers
may do so to the Juvenile Diabetes
Research Foundation, St. Jude
Children's Research Hospital, or a
charity of your choice. A
memorial guestbook may be signed atwww.cashnerconroe.com. Reprinted
fromThe
Courier
Shelley Elizabeth
Webster Weisinger
1951 - 2022
Shelley
Elizabeth Webster Weisinger was born
September 27, 1951 in Lufkin, Texas and
peacefully passed on October 15, 2022.
Shelley was a lifelong resident of Conroe,
was a 1970 graduate of Conroe High School
and graduated from Sam Houston State
University (1973) and received her Masters
(1977).
Shelley dedicated herself to teaching for 50
years, shaping the lives of countless
children, and served her church and
community well.
She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, yaya
and friend. She recently celebrated her 40th
wedding anniversary with her husband, Steve.
Greeting Shelley in heaven are her parents,
James Bertram and Mary Bickford Webster.
Heartbroken survivors are husband, Steve,
sons Barton (wife Ashley) and Austin,
sisters Lea Ann Moore (Alan), Candy
Whitehead (John), Boo Neal, Julie Baker
(Thomas) and Jane Colson (Tim),
brother-in-law David Weisinger,
grandchildren, Makenzie and Brayden, (their
mother, Kristin), Remington, Haisley and Koe
and a host of nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to
Lake Conroe Christian Academy.
Details of a Celebration of Life will be
announced.
Published by
The Courier of Montgomery County from
Oct. 18 to Oct. 19, 2022.
Nancy Milliff Ballestros Williams
Obituary June 6, 2014
Nancy
Milliff Ballesteros Williams gave up her
brave fight with cancer on June 6, 2014.
She was born March 7, 1952 in
Huntsville, Texas and lived in Texas her
whole life. She had a big heart and a
contagious laugh that made you want to
be her friend. She loved her family, her
many friends, and her Church. She loved
to sing, and although her illness robbed
her of her ability, it didn’t quench her
desire to sing in her soul. She married
the love of her life, Carl ‘Sonny’
Williams on July 4, 2009. They shared a
passion for the outdoors, and most of
all the holidays of Halloween and
Christmas. They would turn their house
into a wonderland of sights and sounds,
and people would drive for miles every
year just to see what they had created.
Nancy Williams was a beautiful lady, and
she will be dearly missed by those who
knew and loved her. She is preceded in
death by: L.E. (Jim) Milliff, father;
Betty L. Milliff, mother; James E.
Milliff, brother; and Sonny (Carl)
Williams, beloved husband. She leaves
behind: beloved son, Mario Ricardo
Ballesteros; beloved son, Sean Michael
Ballesteros and daughter-in-law, Kim
Ballesteros; precious grandson, Lyle
Austin Ballesteros; brother, Jaime
Ballesteros; sisters, Joyce Hempstead,
Peggy Milliff Miller and Patricia
Milliff Hodges; sisters-in-law, Carol
Daniel and Teresa Ballesteros;
brothers-in-law, Stan Stansbury and
Martin R. Ballesteros; many cousins,
nieces, nephews, grand-nieces,
grand-nephews and good friends. Her
home-going celebration will be held this
Saturday, June 14 at 11:00am at First
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church,
4511 Eddie Street, Houston 77026. In
lieu of flowers, please send donations
to M.D. Anderson in memory of Nancy
Williams.
From
https://www.distinctivelife.com/obituary/nancy-milliff-ballesteros-williams/
Thomas Quinn Williams
Metcalf Funeral Directors
Published 6:00 pm CST, Wednesday,
February 13, 2002
Feb. 16, 2002, at 10 a.m. in First,
Baptist Church, 600 N. Main St., in
Conroe, Texas with Dr. Cliff
Herrington officiating. Interment
will follow at 1 p.m. in the
Brookside Cemetery in Houston, Texas
under the direction of Metcalf
Funeral Directors. Visitation will
be held on Friday from 5 p.m. to 8
p.m. at the funeral home. Mr.
Williams was born April 24, 1951, in
Huntsville, Texas and passed away in
Houston, Feb. 13, 2002. Thomas is
survived by his father, Charles D.
Williams and wife, Wanda of Conroe;
mother, Dorothy Etheridge and
husband, W.B. of Conroe; daughters,
Carrie Daffin and husband, Robert of
Willis, Jaquelynn Williams of Cooper
City, Fla.; sons, Allen Williams and
wife, Brandy of Point Blank, Texas,
Wesley Williams of Coldspring,
Texas; step-sons, Gary Jatzlau and
wife, Donnett, Jason Jatzlau and
wife, Amanda, Robert Karm and Mark
Karm; sister, Kay Newell and
husband, Jim of Makawao, Hawaii;
brother, Don Williams and wife, Jean
of Riverside, Calif.; step-brothers,
Troy McQuain of Oklahoma City, Okla.
and Kevin McQuain of Spring, Texas.
Pallbearers will be Mark Williams,
Edward Williams, Jimmy Williams,
Steve Austin, Robert Daffin, and
Thomas Anders Jr.
Gary
Williamson
Funeral services for Gary L.
Williamson, 48, of Conroe, will be
held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22,
2000, at Cashner Colonial Chapel
with the Rev. Dave Anderson, Dr.
Walter Lumpkin and Dr. Jay Gross
officiating. Interment will
follow inConroe
Memorial Park Cemetery under
direction of Cashner Funeral Home.
Visitation will be noon until 9 p.m.
Tuesday, with the family receiving
friends from 5 to 8 p.m. at the
funeral home. Gary was born
June 11, 1952, in Conroe and passed
away Nov. 18, 2000, in Montgomery
County. He was a member of
West Conroe Baptist Church.
After graduating from Conroe High
School, he attended Houston Baptist
University and participated in
basketball at both schools.
Gary was preceded in death by his
parents, Irene and Lee Williamson
and brother Jerry Williamson.
Survivors include his wife, Debbie
Williamson of Conroe; son, Brent
Williamson of Conroe; sister Dolores
Falletti of Conroe; niece, Dianna
Carter of Plantersville, Texas;
nephews, Tom Carter of Humble, and
Kevin Carter of Huntington; and
numerous other relatives and
friends. In lieu of memorials,
donations may be made to the
"Educational Account for the
Children of Gary Williamson" c/o of
First Bank of Conroe, 1800 First
Bank Blvd, Conroe, TX 77304.
This obituary may be viewed onwww.legacy.com.
Reprinted
fromThe
Courier
There was also another article in
the Courier about his wreck.
Gary also had a daughter named
Claire that was not mentioned in the
obit.
Glenn Loren Winn Jr.
Services for Glenn Loren Winn, Jr.,
42 of Gladstell Forest in Conroe,
Texas will be held at 4 PM on May 3,
1995 at Cashner Funeral Home with
Rev. Dearing Jones officiating.
Interment will be inConroe
Memorial Park Cemetery. Glenn,
Jr. died at 12:30 p. m. on May 1,
1995. He was born in Trinity
Texas June 25, 1952.
Glenn was the son of Glenn L. Winn,
Sr. and Mae Dominey Winn of Conroe.
Glenn, Jr. was an employee of
Pinkerton Securities for seven
years. He was a graduate of
Conroe High School. He
attended the University of Texas in
Austin, the University of Houston
and Sam Houston State University.
He wrote poetry and short stories.
He was also an avid student of
European History. Glenn is
survived by his parents, Glenn and
Mae Winn, one sister and
brother-in-law, Julie and Robert
Hare; two nephews, Zachary and
Matthew Hare. He is also
survived by many relatives and
friends. Pallbearers will be:
Wallace Dominey, Robert Dominey,
Jessie Winn, Robert Hare, John Hare
and Russell Clark. Cashner
Funeral Home in charge.
Gary Wittington
Gary Wittington, 46 of Austin passed
away on September 12, 1998 in Los
Robles Hospital in Thousand Oaks, CA
after a three month battle with
cancer. He was born on August
1, 1952 in Princeton, IN. to Betty
and Floyd Whittington. At
the time of death,Gary
was survived by his wife Tara, one
daughter, and two sons.
Interment is inGarden
Park Cemeterywith
Conroe Funeral Directors in charge.
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Carmela
“Connie” Delores Armstrong, 71, of Rusk passed away at her
home on July 12, 2022. Connie was born on May 2, 1951 in New
York, New York to Harold and Carmela Armstrong.
Robert was born June 16, 1952 in
Anahuac, Texas and passed away
at the Veterans' Hospital in
Houston, Texas on April 19, 1976
as the result of motor vehicle,
pedestrian accident in Beaumont
Texas. Robert served in
the armed forces in Viet Nam and
his occupation was an
electrician. Robert
is buried in Greenlawn Cemetery
in Port Arthur, Texas where he
lived at the time of his death.
Samuel
Lynn "Sammy" Beck departed
this life in September,
2017, while residing at his
home in Conroe. He was 66
years of age.
Marion Wayne Bosley, age 58,
passed away on Tuesday,
March 17,2009,
in Houston, Texas. He was
born Sunday, January 7,
1951, in Houston, Texas, to
William Larry and Ellen Jean
Bosley, both of who preceded
him in death. Marion is
survived by his loving wife
of 37 years Cynthia Bosley;
children, Sheril E. Mensch,
Michael, Julie, Misty and
Jeanie Bosley; brothers,
Richard and Benny Bosley; 14
grandchildren; numerous
other loving family and
friends. Visitation for
Marion will be held at Neal
Funeral Home, Thursday March
19, 2009 5-9 PM. Services
for Marion will be held at
Neal Funeral Home Chapel
Friday, March 20, 2009, at
10:00 AM. Interment
following service at
I
Loving Memory of Lee Roy Byrd, 62, of New Caney,
Texas who went to Heaven on August 22, 2013
surrounded by his family at Odyssey House in
Conroe, Texas. Lee was the beloved son of James
Ambers Byrd and Velma Lucille Byrd and
mother-in-law, Judy White. He was a wonderful
husband to Kathy Byrd for almost 40 years. Lee
was an exceptional father to Christopher Lee
Byrd of New Caney, TX, Brandi and Kenneth Durham
of Conroe, TX and Amanda and Russell Wolf of
Spring, TX. He was a loving "Papaw" to Charles
Robert King III, Brianna Musachia, Zanndra
Musachia, Blaze Wolf, Jamie Durham, Jessica
Durham, Clarissa Durham and Jacob Durham and a
great grandfather to Ariel, Sylus and Paittyn
Heffernan. He is leaving behind numerous
brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, great
nieces, great nephews and a host of caring
friends.
BRISTOL
- Dee Corkins died at home with her family by her side on Friday, Nov.
4, 2011. She was unable to overcome cancer but lived with grace and
dignity and her courage persevered. Dee was born on Sept. 12, 1951, in
Conroe, Texas, the daughter of John and Dorothy Neathery. After
attending Conroe High School, she graduated from the University of
Texas in 1973 and moved to Vermont, after marrying Douglas Corkins of
Bristol. After working with Doug at his business, Bristol Paint & Glass,
Dee became the Bristol Elementary School's library assistant where she
worked for 23 years. She was also a Burlington Free Press carrier for
eight years. After retiring from the library she worked part-time for
Middlebury College at their bookstore on the Bread Loaf campus. Dee
loved to read and enjoyed traveling. She often traveled with her family
on themed trips. Dee and Doug visited over 40 countries on their many
adventures, including hiking to Mt. Everest base camp, Mount Kilimanjaro
in Kenya and Machu Picchu in Peru, visiting the pyramids in Egypt, the
Taj Mahal in India and the Great Wall of China. She is survived by her
parents, Dorothy ansd John; her husband, Doug; and their three
daughters, Caitlin, Claire, and Caroline; Claire's husband, Mohamed, and
their daughter, Madeline; Dee's brother, Jay and his wife, Lynn, and
their children, Cara, Jason, Austin, Egor, Alona, and Kirill; Kevin
Corkins and his daughter, Jessie-Ruth; Keith Corkins and his wife, Mary
Ann, and their children, Brian and Jamie; LaNell DeCosta and her
children, Jessie-Mae and John; Christine DuBois her husband, Andre, and
their children, Abby and Devin; Cindy Lawrence; Tammy Lanham; as well as
many other relatives in Texas. The family wishes to extend a special
thanks to Dr. Cheung Wong, Kim Spina, the staff at OBGYN Oncology at
Fletcher Allen and all the nurses and support staff at McClure 6, as
well as the nurses from Addison County Home Health and Hospice. At her
request there will be no funeral service, but there will be a
celebration of Dee's life held at 41 Church Street, home of Kevin
Corkins, in Bristol, on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011, from 2 to 4 p.m. In
lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Bristol Elementary
School's Adopt-a-Book program.
Tony
L. Curry, age 61, of Oakwood, Texas
passed away on August 5th, 2013, in his
home. He was born on June 19, 1952, in
Conroe, Texas, to Tommie Van and Emma
Pearl Curry. His parents precede him in
death.
Laura
Paulette Simmons Dare, 72, went to be with the Lord on July 3, 2024, at her home
in Port Lavaca, Texas. Paulette was born on October 2, 1951. Paulette was
preceded in death by her parents, Reggie and Nita Burnett Simmons; and her
husband, Ernie Dare of Port Lavaca. Paulette graduated from Conroe High School
in 1970 and attended college at Tyler Junior College for two years.
Billy
Jack Davis,
Jamie,
of Montgomery, Texas passed away
surrounded by his family on
Friday August 2nd, 2013. He was
born on August 1st, 1952 in
Cleveland, Texas to Edgar (Dick)
and Jeanette (Jean) Frank of
Montgomery, Texas.
Services
for Johnny Lee Gregson, 58,
of Willis will be held
Thursday June 11, 2009 at
Metcalf Funeral Home at
10:00 am with Pastor Jabo
Green officiating. The
graveside service will
follow atConroe
Memorial Park Visitation
with the family will be held
Wednesday June 10th from 5
to 8 pm at Metcalf Funeral
Home.
Gary
"Bruce" Henry was born December 29, 1951, and
passed away September 28, 2013 in Conroe, Texas.
Bruce was a gentleman and role model of decency
and integrity. He was an expert in his lifelong
career in custom window coverings at Henney's
Draperies, Inc. and valued the relationships he
formed with his customers. While he enjoyed
music, movies and sports, his preferred pastime
was spending time with his "angels", his family
& many friends, all for whom he had
extraordinary dedication and love. He is the
family hero and inspiration in his valiant
multi-year battle with cancer as a silent
warrior, never complaining and refusing to give
up hope. Bruce loved Conroe, TX and was honored
and proud to serve on the Boards of the Friends
of Conroe and the Friends of the Flag. Bruce is
preceded in death by his parents, Andrew "Jack"
Henry and Anita Henry. He is survived by his
wife of 31 years, Diane; daughters Laura Henry
of Houston, TX; Claire & husband Katlin Jeffcoat
& son Keaton Jeffcoat of Willis, TX; sister Pat
Nichol of Conroe, TX; brother Jack Henry & wife
Debbie of Austin, TX; special family friend Dave
Napp of Conroe, TX; sister-in-law Barbara &
husband Rick Williamson of Houston, TX;
sister-in-law Mary & husband Dave Higbie of
Katy, TX; nephew Jason Nichol & wife Brooke,
nieces Kelley Henry, Andrea & husband Barron
McLeod, Katie Novak, and great niece Lacy Novak.
The family will honor Bruce and receive friends
at a Celebration of Life on Saturday, October
19, 2013, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Conroe
Sparkle Event Hall, 101 Metcalf, Downtown
Conroe, TX, 77301. To continue Bruce's legacy,
donations can be made to the Friends of Conroe,
101 South Main, Conroe, TX, 77301, for youth
scholarships, support of local community
organizations, and promotion of arts & culture
in Conroe, or to the Friends of the Flag
Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 1482, Conroe, TX,
77305, checks payable to Conroe Live, for
ongoing replacement of the flags at The Lone
Star Monument and Historical Flag Park in
Conroe. Bruce's family wishes to gratefully
acknowledge the compassionate care and expertise
of the physicians and staff of M.D. Anderson,
Eric Kleinbaum, M.D. and staff of Northwest
Cancer Center, Dr. Gomez and staff of the
Symptom Management Clinic, Heart to Heart
Hospice, the Administration, physicians and
staff of Conroe Regional Medical Center,
especially the 3rd floor nursing team, and
caregiver Beth Adamik. McNutt Funeral Home,
936-756-2724.
Ronald
Wayne Hensley passed away on March 29, 2022,
at the age of 70, in his home in Houston,
Texas. His battle with heart issues in
recent years showed his courage in facing
life challenges with a smile, and always
with his guitar in hand. Ronald was born to
William Troy Hensley and Vivian June Chappel
on October 29th, 1951. After graduating from
Conroe High School, Ronald became a very
talented carpenter building beautiful homes
throughout the Greater Houston area. He was
also very passionate about playing music and
songwriting, he was a lifetime member of the
Houston Songwriter’s Association. A man of
many nicknames, Woody P Chihuahua, BonTonRon,
and Strawman some of the favorites, music
was his life and his passion. Founder of
John
David Hocut, 65, Of Montgomery, Texas,
passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2016. He
was born on November 27, 1950 in Conroe,
Texas, to Thomas and Billie Hocut. John
proudly served his country in the United
States Air Force during the Vietnam War..jpg)
Well,
the time has come to say goodbye, to Verna Jean
"Miss Duke" Hodges Temple. She left us on
February 28, 2019 to fly with the Angels in
Heaven. Verna was born on October 28, 1949 to
Benjamin Eugene Hodges and Ruby Elese Grisham
Hodges in Conroe, Texas. On July 19, 1969 she
married the love of her life Michael Lee Temple,
making her a young military wife.
Obituary
for William R Howell
Amanda
Marilyn Squyres Martin, age 59, peacefully
passed away April 21, 2011, with her children at
her side. Born in San Antonio, TX, and dividing
her home between Houston, TX, and Conroe, TX,
Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents,
John W Squyres, Sr. and his beloved wife, Mary
E. Rice Squyres; her beloved husband, Eugene L.
Martin, Jr.; her father-in-law, Eugene L.
Martin, Sr.; her mother-in-law, Evelyn E.
Martin; and her daughter, Ashley M. Thompson.
Marilyn is survived by her children Jeff,
Michele and Joshua Thompson; grandchildren Tyler
Thompson, Laurallye Edwards, and Hannah
Thompson; and seven siblings, Alan L. Squyres,
Ramona Reed, John W Squyres, Jr., Pamela Roe,
Laurie Squyres Harrison, Dartha Hanson, and
Twila Martin. She is also survived by many
nieces and nephews, other family members and
many friends. Marilyn completed a Bachelor of
Arts (2 classes shy of a Masters) in business
and finance, magna cum laude, from Kaplan
University, in addition to a Bachelor of Arts in
theology, magna cum laude, from Indiana
Christian University. She volunteered for
several meaningful organizations, and was a
member in good standing of the National
Association of Professional Women, The National
Society of Collegiate Scholars, the Alpha Beta
Honor Society and the Sigma Beta Delta Honor
Society. Her hunger for knowledge was evident in
her various accomplishments. Anyone who knew
her, or had the pleasure of crossing her path,
knows she gave her all in every aspect of her
life, whether it concerned her health, her work,
her family, her friends, or even relaxing and
having a good time. With an enduring smile,
Marilyn offered a helping hand to others no
matter what was going on in her own life. She
will be remembered for her kind heart, beautiful
smile, infectious laugh and the way she showed
her love for everyone, and will be missed by
all.
A
memorial service for Eugene LeRoy
Martin, Jr. will be held on Saturday,
January 30, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. at
Northside Baptist Church in Conroe, with
Rev. Ed Bishop officiating. Graveside
services will follow at 1:00 P.M. at
Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery in
Houston. Gene passed away peacefully at
the age of 58, at his home in
Montgomery, TX, with his wife at his
side, following a brief but courageous
battle with lung cancer on January 23,
2010.
On
Dec. 22, 2006 God took one of his angels
home. Joe M. Martinez, III passed at
home quietly and with dignity. He was 55
years old. Although his life was short
his candle will burn brightly for years
through his grandchildren and his
friends. He leaves behind to cherish
memories of a lifetime his wife of 24
years, Pamela S. Martinez; sons, Larry
R. Swearingen Sr., Joe Martinez, and
Larry Swearingen, Jr. (Bubba); daughter
and husband, Dean and Rebecca Paulsel;
sons and wives, Michael and Demetria
Swearingen, Sam and Kim Martinez; the
light of Papa's eyes, his grandchildren,
Michael Joe and Ashley Swearingen, Kayla
and Kale Paulsel, Kaitlynn and Seth
Martinez; parents, George and Adell
Longmire; sister and husband, Mary and
Kyle Reed; brother and wife, Jack and
Kathleen Martinez; and numerous other
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and
cousins. He struggled the last few
months with multiple medical problems.
We would like to acknowledge the special
nurses and doctors at St. Luke's
Episcopal Hospital (Medical Center) for
the extra months we had with him, Peggy
Odegard and the transplant coordinators
at the LVAD Clinic; Dr. Loyolka, Dr.
Delgado, Dr. Frazier and Dr. Grejoric.
Without these wonderful people he would
not have made it home. Joe touched many
people's lives in numerous ways, from
taking people fishing and hunting to
traveling the U.S. working in commercial
and industrial environments. His
favorite subjects to discuss were
fishing and his grandkids escapades. He
was such a beautiful soul; this world
has lost an angel of great magnitude.
The family has requested that in lieu of
flowers, contributions may be made to a
fund that was set up by his friends at
Anchorage Marina. Please make checks
payable to Joe Martinez Fund, Compass
Bank, 12335 FM 1960 West, Houston, Texas
77065. Contributions may also be made
locally at the Compass Bank on Hwy 105,
Conroe, Texas. Pallbearers will be Gary
Lewis, Michael Swearingen, Sam Martinez,
Dean Paulsel, Walter Seidel, George
Hilton, and Jesse Rodriquez. Visitation
for Mr. Martinez will be held on
Thursday, Dec. 28, 2006 from 6 to 8 PM
at Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home -
Willis. Funeral services will be held at
2 PM on Friday, Dec. 29, 2006 in the
chapel of Sam Houston Memorial Funeral
Home - Willis. Interment to follow in
Patricia Chron Nichols, age 70, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2022,
after a 7 month battle with Glioblastoma brain cancer. She was born March
10, 1952, in Houston, Texas to Wilbern “Sam” and Ethel Ercelle Chron. She
lived her entire life in Montgomery County, Texas. Her unwavering faith in
her Heavenly Father began at an early age when she accepted Christ as a
young child at Mims Baptist Church where she was brought up learning about
the Lord. She attended Conroe schools and graduated from Conroe High School
in 1970. She married her “Cowboy”, Robert Nichols II, at Security Baptist
Church on March 31, 1972. They were blessed to celebrate over 50 years of
marriage this year.
B
Laura
Grey Packer, 56, of Abilene, TX passed away on
July 20, 2009 in Abilene, TX.
A
celebration of the life and
home-going of Janet Macomber will be
held at 10am Saturday at Porter
Springs Cemetery, Porter Springs,
TX, under the direction of Callaway-Allee
Funeral Home in Crockett, TX. Mrs.
Macomber, 58, passed away on Jan. 9,
2008, in a Tyler nursing home.
Services will be conducted by her
brother, Bob Reed, with music by
several family members. Mrs.
Macomber was born August 24, 1949 in
Pasadena, TX, to J C and Clarite
Lansford Reed. She graduated from
Conroe High School in 1970, and
married Donald Macomber in Conroe on
June 1, 1974. She lived in Conroe
(TX), Crewe (VA), and Tyler (TX).
She attended Green Acres Baptist
Church and was a member of the
Celebration Sunday School Class. Jan
played the piano and loved playing
Skip-Bo, Bingo, and '42'. Her life
and tenacity were inspirational to
many who knew her. Jan's favorite
response was "I don't know." In
addition to her husband, she is
survived by daughter, Emily
Hightower and fiancée, Kevin Nave,
both of N. Fort Myers, FL; brothers,
Jim Reed (Kathy) of Tyler, TX and
Bob Reed (Norma Sue) of Hattiesburg,
MS; sisters, Judy Reed of Conroe, TX
and Joyce Austin (Jack) of Edmond,
OK; Uncle John and Aunt Bow Lansford
of Mineral, TX; and many cousins,
nieces, and nephews. If desired,
donations may be made to cancer
research or the Porter Springs
Cemetery Association.
Deborah
Rogers passed away Sunday, June 19,
2022, at her home in The Woodlands,
Texas at the age of 70. A retired
teacher from Conroe ISD. She
graduated from Conroe High in 1970.
Her mother Naomi Rogers and her
brother Paul Rogers preceded her
death. She leaves behind her
daughter Lauren Chapman and her
faithful dog “Tess”. Services are
pending.
A
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Shelley
Elizabeth Webster Weisinger was born
September 27, 1951 in Lufkin, Texas and
peacefully passed on October 15, 2022.
Shelley was a lifelong resident of Conroe,
was a 1970 graduate of Conroe High School
and graduated from Sam Houston State
University (1973) and received her Masters
(1977).
Nancy
Milliff Ballesteros Williams gave up her
brave fight with cancer on June 6, 2014.
She was born March 7, 1952 in
Huntsville, Texas and lived in Texas her
whole life. She had a big heart and a
contagious laugh that made you want to
be her friend. She loved her family, her
many friends, and her Church. She loved
to sing, and although her illness robbed
her of her ability, it didn’t quench her
desire to sing in her soul. She married
the love of her life, Carl ‘Sonny’
Williams on July 4, 2009. They shared a
passion for the outdoors, and most of
all the holidays of Halloween and
Christmas. They would turn their house
into a wonderland of sights and sounds,
and people would drive for miles every
year just to see what they had created.
Nancy Williams was a beautiful lady, and
she will be dearly missed by those who
knew and loved her. She is preceded in
death by: L.E. (Jim) Milliff, father;
Betty L. Milliff, mother; James E.
Milliff, brother; and Sonny (Carl)
Williams, beloved husband. She leaves
behind: beloved son, Mario Ricardo
Ballesteros; beloved son, Sean Michael
Ballesteros and daughter-in-law, Kim
Ballesteros; precious grandson, Lyle
Austin Ballesteros; brother, Jaime
Ballesteros; sisters, Joyce Hempstead,
Peggy Milliff Miller and Patricia
Milliff Hodges; sisters-in-law, Carol
Daniel and Teresa Ballesteros;
brothers-in-law, Stan Stansbury and
Martin R. Ballesteros; many cousins,
nieces, nephews, grand-nieces,
grand-nephews and good friends. Her
home-going celebration will be held this
Saturday, June 14 at 11:00am at First
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church,
4511 Eddie Street, Houston 77026. In
lieu of flowers, please send donations
to M.D. Anderson in memory of Nancy
Williams.
