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John Robert “Slim” Fearrington
GALVESTON John Robert “Slim” Fearrington age 81 of Galveston passed away Monday, August 31, 2009 at Clear Lake Regional
Medical Center in Webster. Funeral services are 10:00am Thursday, September 3, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Burial will
follow at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive
visitors from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Wednesday at the funeral home where an Elk’s Memorial Service will be held at 6:30pm.
Slim was born May 13, 1928 in Forsythe County, North Carolina to John Wilburn Fearrington and Lottie Parrish Fearrington. He was
married to the love of his life Connie Esquivel Fearrington for over 49 years before her passing in 2004. He was a heavy equipment
operator for Texas City Refinery with over 32 years of service until his retirement in 1988. He was also the owner of Surfboards by Doug,
where he manufactured Surf Boards. Slim and Connie raised their family in Galveston and was a life member of the Benevolent and
Protective Order of Elks Galveston Lodge # 126. Slim was also a member of the Grand Lodge of the Order of the Sons of Hermann. Slim
was a Christian man and had reaffirmed his relationship with our Lord after traveling to Gospel Light Baptist Church in Walkertown, N.C.
where his childhood friend Brother Bobby Roberson was Pastor. Slim was a social person and loved to call his friends and check on
them often.
Preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Connie Fearrington; survivors include daughter, Eudelia Ann Fearrington Becker and
husband Bart of Cypress, Texas; son, Robert A. Fearrington and wife Pamela of Galveston; brother, Reid Wilburn Fearrington of
Kernersville, N.C.; granddaughter, Morgan Nicole Fearrington; grandsons, Shawn Robert Fearrington, John Ross “J.R.” Fearrington all of
Galveston and Andrew Reid Becker of Cypress, Texas; numerous other relatives and friends. One special friend who merits personal
mention is Ms. Ella Netherly, his devoted caregiver for the past 5-1/2 years.
Pallbearers are his grandsons, Shawn Fearrington, J.R. Fearrington, Andrew Becker, Franklin Carnes, IV, Miguel Gonzales, and good
friend Phil Hosey. Honorary pallbearers are Larry Edrozo and Gerald Byrket.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the
Fearrington name.
GALVESTON John Robert “Slim” Fearrington age 81 of Galveston passed away Monday, August 31, 2009 at Clear Lake Regional
Medical Center in Webster. Funeral services are 10:00am Thursday, September 3, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Burial will
follow at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive
visitors from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Wednesday at the funeral home where an Elk’s Memorial Service will be held at 6:30pm.
Slim was born May 13, 1928 in Forsythe County, North Carolina to John Wilburn Fearrington and Lottie Parrish Fearrington. He was
married to the love of his life Connie Esquivel Fearrington for over 49 years before her passing in 2004. He was a heavy equipment
operator for Texas City Refinery with over 32 years of service until his retirement in 1988. He was also the owner of Surfboards by Doug,
where he manufactured Surf Boards. Slim and Connie raised their family in Galveston and was a life member of the Benevolent and
Protective Order of Elks Galveston Lodge # 126. Slim was also a member of the Grand Lodge of the Order of the Sons of Hermann. Slim
was a Christian man and had reaffirmed his relationship with our Lord after traveling to Gospel Light Baptist Church in Walkertown, N.C.
where his childhood friend Brother Bobby Roberson was Pastor. Slim was a social person and loved to call his friends and check on
them often.
Preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Connie Fearrington; survivors include daughter, Eudelia Ann Fearrington Becker and
husband Bart of Cypress, Texas; son, Robert A. Fearrington and wife Pamela of Galveston; brother, Reid Wilburn Fearrington of
Kernersville, N.C.; granddaughter, Morgan Nicole Fearrington; grandsons, Shawn Robert Fearrington, John Ross “J.R.” Fearrington all of
Galveston and Andrew Reid Becker of Cypress, Texas; numerous other relatives and friends. One special friend who merits personal
mention is Ms. Ella Netherly, his devoted caregiver for the past 5-1/2 years.
Pallbearers are his grandsons, Shawn Fearrington, J.R. Fearrington, Andrew Becker, Franklin Carnes, IV, Miguel Gonzales, and good
friend Phil Hosey. Honorary pallbearers are Larry Edrozo and Gerald Byrket.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the
Fearrington name.
Orville Dee Griggs Rees
GALVESTON Orville “Dee” Griggs Rees age 80 of Galveston
passed away Sunday, September 6, 2009 at her residence in
Galveston. Funeral services for Dee and Buster are 10:00am
Friday, September 11, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
with Reverend Dr. Ray Meador and Father John Paul Flajole,
OFM officiating. Burial will follow at Grace Memorial Park in
Hitchcock. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home
on Thursday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
Dee was born September 22, 1928 in Newton, Texas and was
the middle child of seven. Oddee, as she was known by
siblings and other family, attended school in the one room
school house donated and built by her grandfather in
Springtown, Texas. She moved to Galveston at the age of 17
where she resided for the remainder of her life. In 1988, after
retiring from American Bureau of Shipping, she devoted the
next 20 years of her life as a senior volunteer for the Shriners
Burn Institute Auxiliary, and served as president for the year
1992 – 1993. Nothing gave Dee greater pleasure than lending
a helping hand to needy children, at the Shriners Hospital in
Galveston. A lifelong member of the First Baptist Church in
Galveston, Dee is now at reward with her savior in Heaven.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin A. Griggs
Sr. and Claudia Owens Griggs, as well as two older brothers,
Benjamin Griggs, Jr and Joseph Griggs.
Survivors include her loving husband of 63 years, Myron
Richard “Buster” Rees of Galveston, until his death on
Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston; daughters Suzie Rees Lyons & Myra Rees Blasi,
son Rick Rees; grandchildren William Blake Lyons, Jason
Joseph Blasi, and Katlyn Lilly Rees; sisters Imogene Griffin,
Sybil Whitehead and Frances Rice, a brother David Griggs, as
well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to help
in the hurricane recovery of Shiners Burn Hospital in Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family
condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please
include the Rees name.
GALVESTON Orville “Dee” Griggs Rees age 80 of Galveston
passed away Sunday, September 6, 2009 at her residence in
Galveston. Funeral services for Dee and Buster are 10:00am
Friday, September 11, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
with Reverend Dr. Ray Meador and Father John Paul Flajole,
OFM officiating. Burial will follow at Grace Memorial Park in
Hitchcock. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home
on Thursday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
Dee was born September 22, 1928 in Newton, Texas and was
the middle child of seven. Oddee, as she was known by
siblings and other family, attended school in the one room
school house donated and built by her grandfather in
Springtown, Texas. She moved to Galveston at the age of 17
where she resided for the remainder of her life. In 1988, after
retiring from American Bureau of Shipping, she devoted the
next 20 years of her life as a senior volunteer for the Shriners
Burn Institute Auxiliary, and served as president for the year
1992 – 1993. Nothing gave Dee greater pleasure than lending
a helping hand to needy children, at the Shriners Hospital in
Galveston. A lifelong member of the First Baptist Church in
Galveston, Dee is now at reward with her savior in Heaven.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin A. Griggs
Sr. and Claudia Owens Griggs, as well as two older brothers,
Benjamin Griggs, Jr and Joseph Griggs.
Survivors include her loving husband of 63 years, Myron
Richard “Buster” Rees of Galveston, until his death on
Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston; daughters Suzie Rees Lyons & Myra Rees Blasi,
son Rick Rees; grandchildren William Blake Lyons, Jason
Joseph Blasi, and Katlyn Lilly Rees; sisters Imogene Griffin,
Sybil Whitehead and Frances Rice, a brother David Griggs, as
well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to help
in the hurricane recovery of Shiners Burn Hospital in Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family
condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please
include the Rees name.
Myron Richard "Buster" Rees
Myron R. “Buster “ Rees, 86, of Galveston died Wednesday, September
9, 2009 at UTMB Hospital following the untimely death of his beloved
wife Orville “Dee” Griggs Rees on Sunday, Sept. 7th. A dual service
will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, September 11, 2009 at Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston, with Reverend Dr. Ray Meador of
the First Baptist Church and Father John Paul Flajole, OFM of St. Patrick’
s Catholic Church, both of Galveston, officiating. Burial will follow at
Grace Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock.
Buster was born in Jennings, LA on July 31, 1923. He was the owner
and operator of Seabird Marine in Galveston, employed by Sears-
Roebuck, and retired from Halliburton in 1986. He was a dedicated
member and former director of the El Mina Shrine Temple, where he
and Dee truly enjoyed dedicating their retirement years in benefit of the
Shriners Burn Hospital in Galveston.
In their fifties, Buster and Dee bought a second home in Newton, TX,
not far from Dee’s birthplace and where she had many relatives. Both
enjoyed their involvement in the farming community, while Buster raised
his cows.
Buster was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Holmes Rees
and Edolia Richard Rees; his only sister, Joyce Rees Crainer; and his
beloved wife of 63 years, Orville G. “Dee” Rees.
Survivors include his children Suzie Rees Lyons (Brick Pomeroy), Rick
Rees (Wanda), and Myra Rees Blasi (Rick Key); grandchildren, William
Blake Lyons (Britni Gaspard) Katlyn Lilly Rees and Jason Joseph Blasi
and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Their children believe that after 63 years of marriage, Buster chose to
join Dee in Heaven rather than remain behind.
In lieu of flowers, we request that donations to be made to the
Hurricane Recovery of the Shriners Burn Hospital in Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Rees name.
Myron R. “Buster “ Rees, 86, of Galveston died Wednesday, September
9, 2009 at UTMB Hospital following the untimely death of his beloved
wife Orville “Dee” Griggs Rees on Sunday, Sept. 7th. A dual service
will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, September 11, 2009 at Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston, with Reverend Dr. Ray Meador of
the First Baptist Church and Father John Paul Flajole, OFM of St. Patrick’
s Catholic Church, both of Galveston, officiating. Burial will follow at
Grace Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock.
Buster was born in Jennings, LA on July 31, 1923. He was the owner
and operator of Seabird Marine in Galveston, employed by Sears-
Roebuck, and retired from Halliburton in 1986. He was a dedicated
member and former director of the El Mina Shrine Temple, where he
and Dee truly enjoyed dedicating their retirement years in benefit of the
Shriners Burn Hospital in Galveston.
In their fifties, Buster and Dee bought a second home in Newton, TX,
not far from Dee’s birthplace and where she had many relatives. Both
enjoyed their involvement in the farming community, while Buster raised
his cows.
Buster was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Holmes Rees
and Edolia Richard Rees; his only sister, Joyce Rees Crainer; and his
beloved wife of 63 years, Orville G. “Dee” Rees.
Survivors include his children Suzie Rees Lyons (Brick Pomeroy), Rick
Rees (Wanda), and Myra Rees Blasi (Rick Key); grandchildren, William
Blake Lyons (Britni Gaspard) Katlyn Lilly Rees and Jason Joseph Blasi
and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Their children believe that after 63 years of marriage, Buster chose to
join Dee in Heaven rather than remain behind.
In lieu of flowers, we request that donations to be made to the
Hurricane Recovery of the Shriners Burn Hospital in Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Rees name.
Fletcher W. Harris, Jr.
GALVESTON - Fletcher W. Harris, Jr., WWII hero, community watchdog, and favored son of Galveston,
surrounded by family, went to join the Lord on Father’s Day, June 21, 2009- a truly appropriate day for him to
join our Heavenly Father.
Services will be held Friday, June 26 in Galveston, at 10:00 am at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201
Tremont St, Galveston, Tx, 77550. 409-765-8080 with Dr. Ray Meador officiating. Graveside services will follow
at Galveston Memorial Park, Hitchcock, Tx. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday evening, June 25 from 5:00
pm until 8:00 pm, also to be held at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.
BOI on July 27, 1923, Fletcher attended Castle Heights Military Academy in Tennessee, class of 1941, then
the University of Tennessee, where he was President of the Sigma Chi fraternity prior to entering the Army. He
was also a member of Mensa.
Fletcher served as a 2nd Lt. in the 115th Inf. Reg, 2nd Btn., Co. B, 29th Infantry Division. D-Day +2 landed him
on Omaha Beach, Normandy, France where he subsequently engaged in fierce fighting resulting in the
liberation of St. Lo. He was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, European-African-Mid-Eastern Campaign
Medal- w/2 bronze stars, and the WWII Victory Medal. A unit citation of the French Croix de Guerre was also
awarded. On July 11, 1944, he lost his right hand to a German hand grenade and was subsequently
transported back to the United States where he underwent rehabilitation at McCloskey General Hospital in
Temple, Texas.
Soon after the war, Fletcher returned to Galveston and began work as a draftsman for Union Carbide. He
would eventually move into the insurance & real estate business, owned by his Father.
Fletcher was extremely civic minded and active in the community he loved so much. His family has a rich
history in Galveston. His Grandfather, William Mercer Harris was the First Baptist Church minister during the
1900 Storm. Additionally, Fletcher’s Uncle, Brantley Harris served as Mayor. Fletcher was a reserve police
officer, two term city councilman, emergency operations director for the city, civil defense coordinator, Red
Cross chapter director, and all around “civic busy-body”- a title he proudly bestowed upon himself in later
years. He was also an active member in Lions Club & Rotary.
More recently, Fletcher was involved in a labor of love by actively & aggressively campaigning for the issuance
of a Purple Heart postage stamp to commemorate & honor all those who were wounded in battle. The first
issuance of that stamp came in 2003 and remains in circulation to this day.
Fletcher is preceded in death by his Mother, Thelma Longfellow Harris, Father, Fletcher Harris, Sr.
Fletcher is survived by daughter Vivianne and son-in-law Jack Harris-Bonham of Austin, TX, daughter Laura
and son-in-law George Klein of Palm Beach, Fl, son David Harris and daughter-in-law Monica of Carrollton,
Tx. Grandchildren, Paul Wunderlick, Stephanie Strangis, Rita Harris, and Andrew Harris. Great-Grandchild,
Savanah Nell Strangis.
The family would like to express its heart felt thanks to the staff at Atria Assisted Listing in Carrollton, Tx, his
personal sitter & caregiver, Lisa Andrews, and those at Century Hospice, for selflessly tending to his needs
and assuring he was comfortable in his remaining days.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests your consideration for donations to the Galveston Historical Foundation,
The National WWII Memorial Foundation, The WWII Museum, and/or the charity of your choice.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Harris name.
GALVESTON - Fletcher W. Harris, Jr., WWII hero, community watchdog, and favored son of Galveston,
surrounded by family, went to join the Lord on Father’s Day, June 21, 2009- a truly appropriate day for him to
join our Heavenly Father.
Services will be held Friday, June 26 in Galveston, at 10:00 am at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201
Tremont St, Galveston, Tx, 77550. 409-765-8080 with Dr. Ray Meador officiating. Graveside services will follow
at Galveston Memorial Park, Hitchcock, Tx. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday evening, June 25 from 5:00
pm until 8:00 pm, also to be held at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.
BOI on July 27, 1923, Fletcher attended Castle Heights Military Academy in Tennessee, class of 1941, then
the University of Tennessee, where he was President of the Sigma Chi fraternity prior to entering the Army. He
was also a member of Mensa.
Fletcher served as a 2nd Lt. in the 115th Inf. Reg, 2nd Btn., Co. B, 29th Infantry Division. D-Day +2 landed him
on Omaha Beach, Normandy, France where he subsequently engaged in fierce fighting resulting in the
liberation of St. Lo. He was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, European-African-Mid-Eastern Campaign
Medal- w/2 bronze stars, and the WWII Victory Medal. A unit citation of the French Croix de Guerre was also
awarded. On July 11, 1944, he lost his right hand to a German hand grenade and was subsequently
transported back to the United States where he underwent rehabilitation at McCloskey General Hospital in
Temple, Texas.
Soon after the war, Fletcher returned to Galveston and began work as a draftsman for Union Carbide. He
would eventually move into the insurance & real estate business, owned by his Father.
Fletcher was extremely civic minded and active in the community he loved so much. His family has a rich
history in Galveston. His Grandfather, William Mercer Harris was the First Baptist Church minister during the
1900 Storm. Additionally, Fletcher’s Uncle, Brantley Harris served as Mayor. Fletcher was a reserve police
officer, two term city councilman, emergency operations director for the city, civil defense coordinator, Red
Cross chapter director, and all around “civic busy-body”- a title he proudly bestowed upon himself in later
years. He was also an active member in Lions Club & Rotary.
More recently, Fletcher was involved in a labor of love by actively & aggressively campaigning for the issuance
of a Purple Heart postage stamp to commemorate & honor all those who were wounded in battle. The first
issuance of that stamp came in 2003 and remains in circulation to this day.
Fletcher is preceded in death by his Mother, Thelma Longfellow Harris, Father, Fletcher Harris, Sr.
Fletcher is survived by daughter Vivianne and son-in-law Jack Harris-Bonham of Austin, TX, daughter Laura
and son-in-law George Klein of Palm Beach, Fl, son David Harris and daughter-in-law Monica of Carrollton,
Tx. Grandchildren, Paul Wunderlick, Stephanie Strangis, Rita Harris, and Andrew Harris. Great-Grandchild,
Savanah Nell Strangis.
The family would like to express its heart felt thanks to the staff at Atria Assisted Listing in Carrollton, Tx, his
personal sitter & caregiver, Lisa Andrews, and those at Century Hospice, for selflessly tending to his needs
and assuring he was comfortable in his remaining days.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests your consideration for donations to the Galveston Historical Foundation,
The National WWII Memorial Foundation, The WWII Museum, and/or the charity of your choice.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Harris name.
Connie "Chelo" Moya
GALVESTON Connie “Chelo” Moya age 81 of Galveston went to be with our Lord Monday, October 12, 2009,
at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City. Funeral Mass is 10:00am Thursday, October 15, 2009 at Sacred
Heart Catholic Church with Father E.J. Stein, OFM celebrant. A Mariachi burial will follow at Calvary Catholic
Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will
receive visitors at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm with a rosary to be recited at 6:
30pm.
Connie was born September 23, 1928 in Galveston, Texas to Enrique Rodriguez and Domatilla Martinez. She
attended school in Galveston and remained here all her life. She was the owner of Connie’s Mexican Food
and known as the “Famous Tamale Lady” and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Theresa Guerra, Janie Guzman, and Mary Garcia, a son, Ralph
Trevino, daughter, Linda Gonzales and husband Jesus Moya, survivors include daughters, Anita Aguirre and
husband Art of La Marque, Maria Solis and husband Jesse of La Marque, Irene Naeole and husband Herman
of Maui, Hawaii, Elida Welch and husband Shane of Arlington, Texas, and Carmen Scott of Clear Lake; sons,
Robert “Rocky” Aguilar and wife Cecilia of Texas City, John Gonzales and wife Joyce of Galveston, Arturo
Gonzales of Houston, Jimmy Moya and wife Gail of Galveston, Ernest Moya and wife Theresa of Galveston,
and Stephen Moya of Galveston; close friend and partner , Juan Ybarra of Galveston; cousin, Frutroso
Cervantes of San Antonio; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives
and friends.
Pallbearers are Jason Solis, John Louis Gonzales, Wally Perez, Jimmy Moya, Ernest Moya, Carlos Hernandez
and Stephen Moya. Honorary Pallbearers are Arturo Gonzales, Johnny Gonzales, Jesse Solis, and Herman
Naeole.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Moya name.
GALVESTON Connie “Chelo” Moya age 81 of Galveston went to be with our Lord Monday, October 12, 2009,
at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City. Funeral Mass is 10:00am Thursday, October 15, 2009 at Sacred
Heart Catholic Church with Father E.J. Stein, OFM celebrant. A Mariachi burial will follow at Calvary Catholic
Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will
receive visitors at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm with a rosary to be recited at 6:
30pm.
Connie was born September 23, 1928 in Galveston, Texas to Enrique Rodriguez and Domatilla Martinez. She
attended school in Galveston and remained here all her life. She was the owner of Connie’s Mexican Food
and known as the “Famous Tamale Lady” and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Theresa Guerra, Janie Guzman, and Mary Garcia, a son, Ralph
Trevino, daughter, Linda Gonzales and husband Jesus Moya, survivors include daughters, Anita Aguirre and
husband Art of La Marque, Maria Solis and husband Jesse of La Marque, Irene Naeole and husband Herman
of Maui, Hawaii, Elida Welch and husband Shane of Arlington, Texas, and Carmen Scott of Clear Lake; sons,
Robert “Rocky” Aguilar and wife Cecilia of Texas City, John Gonzales and wife Joyce of Galveston, Arturo
Gonzales of Houston, Jimmy Moya and wife Gail of Galveston, Ernest Moya and wife Theresa of Galveston,
and Stephen Moya of Galveston; close friend and partner , Juan Ybarra of Galveston; cousin, Frutroso
Cervantes of San Antonio; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives
and friends.
Pallbearers are Jason Solis, John Louis Gonzales, Wally Perez, Jimmy Moya, Ernest Moya, Carlos Hernandez
and Stephen Moya. Honorary Pallbearers are Arturo Gonzales, Johnny Gonzales, Jesse Solis, and Herman
Naeole.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Moya name.
Joe Sandoval, Jr.
GALVESTON Joe Sandoval, Jr. age 68 of Galveston died Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at his home in
Galveston. Funeral services are 11:00 am Saturday, October 17, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
1201 Tremont St, in Galveston Reverend Robert Dowdy officiating. The family will receive visitors beginning at
9:00 am Saturday.
Joe was born July 12, 1941 in Galveston to Joe Sandoval, Sr. and Guadalupe Morales Sandoval. He
graduated from Ball High School with the class of 1959. He was a welder by trade with Todd’s Shipyard and
Monsanto Oil Company in Chocolate Bayou. He enjoyed teaching the children and helping them with their
school work, seeing to it that they received a good education. He also enjoyed music especially the 50’s, 60’s
and Spanish music was some of his favorites. He loved to host friends and family at his home and was a
wonderful host.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Elia Gomez, Delia Ramirez, Clelia Venegas, and Ofelia
Botello; brothers, Vincent Limon, Richard Sandoval, Roy Sandoval, and Buddy Sandoval. Survivors include his
wife Cissie Sandoval; beloved and only son, Joe Sandoval, III; loving daughters, Denise Sandoval, and
Annette Yates and husband Bryon all of Galveston; and Nancy Sandoval of La Marque; his beautiful
grandchildren, Brittny, Cassie, Kaylin, Reagan, Clay, Jonathan, and Dylan; sisters, Carmen Aguirre and
Josephine Sandoval; brothers, Dario Limon and wife Gloria of La Marque, David Sandoval, Roland Morales
and wife Rosie of Santa Fe, Johnny Sandoval, Larry Sandoval, Ronnie Sandoval, and Michael Sandoval; close
and dear friend, Sandra Lege; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Sandoval name.
GALVESTON Joe Sandoval, Jr. age 68 of Galveston died Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at his home in
Galveston. Funeral services are 11:00 am Saturday, October 17, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
1201 Tremont St, in Galveston Reverend Robert Dowdy officiating. The family will receive visitors beginning at
9:00 am Saturday.
Joe was born July 12, 1941 in Galveston to Joe Sandoval, Sr. and Guadalupe Morales Sandoval. He
graduated from Ball High School with the class of 1959. He was a welder by trade with Todd’s Shipyard and
Monsanto Oil Company in Chocolate Bayou. He enjoyed teaching the children and helping them with their
school work, seeing to it that they received a good education. He also enjoyed music especially the 50’s, 60’s
and Spanish music was some of his favorites. He loved to host friends and family at his home and was a
wonderful host.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Elia Gomez, Delia Ramirez, Clelia Venegas, and Ofelia
Botello; brothers, Vincent Limon, Richard Sandoval, Roy Sandoval, and Buddy Sandoval. Survivors include his
wife Cissie Sandoval; beloved and only son, Joe Sandoval, III; loving daughters, Denise Sandoval, and
Annette Yates and husband Bryon all of Galveston; and Nancy Sandoval of La Marque; his beautiful
grandchildren, Brittny, Cassie, Kaylin, Reagan, Clay, Jonathan, and Dylan; sisters, Carmen Aguirre and
Josephine Sandoval; brothers, Dario Limon and wife Gloria of La Marque, David Sandoval, Roland Morales
and wife Rosie of Santa Fe, Johnny Sandoval, Larry Sandoval, Ronnie Sandoval, and Michael Sandoval; close
and dear friend, Sandra Lege; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Sandoval name.
James Peak Elbert
GALVESTON James Peak Elbert age 72 of Galveston died suddenly on Sunday, October 11, 2009 at his
home. Visitation will be held at 5 pm Thursday, October 15, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home 1201
Tremont St, in Galveston where a funeral service will begin at 7 pm Reverend Ray Pinard officiating.
Mr. Elbert was born in Pampa, Texas February 5, 1937 and grew up in Lake Jackson. After working in the
property casualty insurance industry in Galveston, James purchased the remnants of his father's insurance
agency in Lake Jackson and has operated and grown that agency in Lake Jackson, Brazoria and Galveston
since 1995.
He received his undergraduate degree from Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX and Divinity Degree
from the Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. He was past president of the
Texas chapter of the Alliance for Insurance Education, former Executive Board member of the Independent
Insurance Agents of Texas, board member and chairman of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and
the Texas Fair Plan. He was active in the Boy Scouts of America, the Rotary Club of Galveston Island and the
Mayor's Roundtable on Housing. He is listed annually in Marquis Who's Who in America. In 2007, he received
the Independent Insurance Agent's annual Drex Foreman Award. The Drex Forman Award is one given
annually in recognition of a lifetime of service to both the insurance industry and community.
Survivors include his wife Ann Elbert, his son Michael Elbert and wife Mary and grandson Jonathan of
Panama City, FL, his son Steven Elbert of Lake Jackson and his daughter Jennifer Fudge and husband
Adrian of Austin. He is also survived by special family members- nephew Larry Grant of Austin, sister in-law
Marie Smith from Dallas and parents in-law David and Peggy Smith of Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Elbert name.
GALVESTON James Peak Elbert age 72 of Galveston died suddenly on Sunday, October 11, 2009 at his
home. Visitation will be held at 5 pm Thursday, October 15, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home 1201
Tremont St, in Galveston where a funeral service will begin at 7 pm Reverend Ray Pinard officiating.
Mr. Elbert was born in Pampa, Texas February 5, 1937 and grew up in Lake Jackson. After working in the
property casualty insurance industry in Galveston, James purchased the remnants of his father's insurance
agency in Lake Jackson and has operated and grown that agency in Lake Jackson, Brazoria and Galveston
since 1995.
He received his undergraduate degree from Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX and Divinity Degree
from the Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. He was past president of the
Texas chapter of the Alliance for Insurance Education, former Executive Board member of the Independent
Insurance Agents of Texas, board member and chairman of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and
the Texas Fair Plan. He was active in the Boy Scouts of America, the Rotary Club of Galveston Island and the
Mayor's Roundtable on Housing. He is listed annually in Marquis Who's Who in America. In 2007, he received
the Independent Insurance Agent's annual Drex Foreman Award. The Drex Forman Award is one given
annually in recognition of a lifetime of service to both the insurance industry and community.
Survivors include his wife Ann Elbert, his son Michael Elbert and wife Mary and grandson Jonathan of
Panama City, FL, his son Steven Elbert of Lake Jackson and his daughter Jennifer Fudge and husband
Adrian of Austin. He is also survived by special family members- nephew Larry Grant of Austin, sister in-law
Marie Smith from Dallas and parents in-law David and Peggy Smith of Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Elbert name.
Harold Gene Huffman
HOT SPRINGS Harold Gene Huffman age 70 of Nashville, Arkansas formerly longtime Galveston resident
died Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at St. Joseph Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Funeral services are
10:00 am Friday, October 23, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston Reverend Ray Pinard
officiating. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Thursday.
Harold was born December 29, 1938 in Huntsville, Texas to Harvey Boone Huffman, Sr. and Elsie Ida Mae
Rodgers Huffman. Harold was a member of Central Methodist Church in Galveston where he and his family
belonged for most of their life. He worked many years at UTMB retiring from the plumbing department. In his
retirement years, Harold was employed at Bank of America working in security. Several years ago he moved
to Nashville, Arkansas and remained there until his death.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents, most recently his mother in August 2009, his wife, Cherry
Huffman and son, Timothy Huffman. Survivors include daughter, Melissa Payton of Pasadena, brother,
Charles Huffman and wife Sherry of La Marque; granddaughters, Makala Huffman, Chelsea Huffman and
Meghan Payton all of Pasadena; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Huffman name.
HOT SPRINGS Harold Gene Huffman age 70 of Nashville, Arkansas formerly longtime Galveston resident
died Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at St. Joseph Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Funeral services are
10:00 am Friday, October 23, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston Reverend Ray Pinard
officiating. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Thursday.
Harold was born December 29, 1938 in Huntsville, Texas to Harvey Boone Huffman, Sr. and Elsie Ida Mae
Rodgers Huffman. Harold was a member of Central Methodist Church in Galveston where he and his family
belonged for most of their life. He worked many years at UTMB retiring from the plumbing department. In his
retirement years, Harold was employed at Bank of America working in security. Several years ago he moved
to Nashville, Arkansas and remained there until his death.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents, most recently his mother in August 2009, his wife, Cherry
Huffman and son, Timothy Huffman. Survivors include daughter, Melissa Payton of Pasadena, brother,
Charles Huffman and wife Sherry of La Marque; granddaughters, Makala Huffman, Chelsea Huffman and
Meghan Payton all of Pasadena; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Huffman name.
Sandra Ann Milliff
GALVESTON Sandra Ann Milliff age 66 of Port Bolivar died Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at her vacation home
in Nacogdoches. Funeral services are 4:00 pm Sunday, October 25, 2009 at Port Bolivar First United
Methodist Church in Galveston Reverend Marty Boddie officiating. Burial will follow at Port Bolivar Cemetery
in Port Bolivar under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the
funeral home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Saturday.
Sandra was born October 4, 1943 in Galveston, Texas to Vernon Smith and Theresa Coldiron Smith. She
was a member of Port Bolivar First United Methodist Church. She was a great cook, a lady who loved her
family, enjoyed fishing and taking trips to the Louisiana Casinos with her friends.
Sandra was preceded in death by her father, daughter, Anita Gail Walker, and her second husband,
Lawrence Elbert “Jim” Milliff survivors include, son, Robert Lee Walker and fiancé Cathy Cox of
Nacogdoches; mother, Theresa Smith of Lockhart; brother, Roger Smith and wife Doris of Lockhart;
grandson, Robert Lawrence Walker of Port Bolivar’ granddaughters, Gail Annette Walker of Port Bolivar and
Cali Sundseth of Port Bolivar; niece, Molly Smith of Lockhart; former husband and close friend, Bob Walker of
Galveston; numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Rodney Clark Coldiron, Arthur “Butch” Barrow, Raymond Wilson, Bob Walker, and Andy
Wayne Coldiron. Honorary pallbearers are Robert Lawrence Walker, and John Henry Franklin.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Milliff name.
GALVESTON Sandra Ann Milliff age 66 of Port Bolivar died Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at her vacation home
in Nacogdoches. Funeral services are 4:00 pm Sunday, October 25, 2009 at Port Bolivar First United
Methodist Church in Galveston Reverend Marty Boddie officiating. Burial will follow at Port Bolivar Cemetery
in Port Bolivar under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the
funeral home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Saturday.
Sandra was born October 4, 1943 in Galveston, Texas to Vernon Smith and Theresa Coldiron Smith. She
was a member of Port Bolivar First United Methodist Church. She was a great cook, a lady who loved her
family, enjoyed fishing and taking trips to the Louisiana Casinos with her friends.
Sandra was preceded in death by her father, daughter, Anita Gail Walker, and her second husband,
Lawrence Elbert “Jim” Milliff survivors include, son, Robert Lee Walker and fiancé Cathy Cox of
Nacogdoches; mother, Theresa Smith of Lockhart; brother, Roger Smith and wife Doris of Lockhart;
grandson, Robert Lawrence Walker of Port Bolivar’ granddaughters, Gail Annette Walker of Port Bolivar and
Cali Sundseth of Port Bolivar; niece, Molly Smith of Lockhart; former husband and close friend, Bob Walker of
Galveston; numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Rodney Clark Coldiron, Arthur “Butch” Barrow, Raymond Wilson, Bob Walker, and Andy
Wayne Coldiron. Honorary pallbearers are Robert Lawrence Walker, and John Henry Franklin.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Milliff name.
Elsa Suayan Villano
Galveston - Elsa Suayan Villano, 69, passed from this life at home surrounded by her family October 20,
2009. She was born November 24, 1939, in the province of Batangas, Lemery, Philippines.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Amparo Mendoza and father, Rafael Suayan.
Elsa graduated from Manuel L. Quezon University School of Law receiving a bachelor of Law in April 1963.
She married the love of her life Vivencio in May 1973 at San Miguel Cathedral in the Philippines. She came
to the United States arriving first in New Jersey 1974 moving to Galveston, Texas in 1975. She was
employed at American Indemnity Insurance Co. for twenty years. In her retirement she enjoyed gardening
and caring for others.
Elsa is survived by her husband Vivencio Villano and son, Amerfino Villano, her two brothers Renato &
Benjamin Suayan, She also leaves behind the beloved Suayan family of Galveston and Villano family of
Dallas, Texas.
Visitation will be on Thursday October 22, 2009 from 5 to 8 PM and Friday October 23, 2009 from 5 to 8 PM .
A Rosary will be recited 6:45pm on Friday all at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston. Mass will be
1:00pm Saturday, October 24, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Entombment following at Cavalry
Catholic Cemetery in Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Villan name.
Galveston - Elsa Suayan Villano, 69, passed from this life at home surrounded by her family October 20,
2009. She was born November 24, 1939, in the province of Batangas, Lemery, Philippines.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Amparo Mendoza and father, Rafael Suayan.
Elsa graduated from Manuel L. Quezon University School of Law receiving a bachelor of Law in April 1963.
She married the love of her life Vivencio in May 1973 at San Miguel Cathedral in the Philippines. She came
to the United States arriving first in New Jersey 1974 moving to Galveston, Texas in 1975. She was
employed at American Indemnity Insurance Co. for twenty years. In her retirement she enjoyed gardening
and caring for others.
Elsa is survived by her husband Vivencio Villano and son, Amerfino Villano, her two brothers Renato &
Benjamin Suayan, She also leaves behind the beloved Suayan family of Galveston and Villano family of
Dallas, Texas.
Visitation will be on Thursday October 22, 2009 from 5 to 8 PM and Friday October 23, 2009 from 5 to 8 PM .
A Rosary will be recited 6:45pm on Friday all at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston. Mass will be
1:00pm Saturday, October 24, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Entombment following at Cavalry
Catholic Cemetery in Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Villan name.
Enrique M. Castro
GALVESTON Enrique M. Castro age 88 of Galveston died Saturday, October 17, 2009 at Methodist
Hospital in San Antonio. Funeral Mass is 10:00 am Saturday, October 24, 2009 at St. Patrick’s Catholic
Church in Galveston Father E.J. Stein, OFM, celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in
Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the
funeral home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Friday with a rosary to be recited at 6:30pm.
Enrique was born February 27, 1921 in Morelos, Coahuila, Mexico to Hilario Castro and Guadalupe
Medina Castro. He was a longtime resident of Galveston and a proud husband and father. He was a
retired longshoreman and member of ILA Local #20 and a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.
Enrique was preceded in death by his parents, numerous siblings, and his wife of 56 years, Irma de
Hoyos Castro in 2002. Survivors include daughters, Elva Amanda Delgado of San Antonio, Irma Rodriguez
of Galveston, Aurora Zulaica and husband Hilario of San Antonio, and Graciela Molina and husband Arturo
of Galveston; sons, Rolando Castro and wife Mireya of San Antonio, Enrique Castro and wife Adela of
Friendswood, Jose Luis Castro and wife Ana of Galveston, Jose Ruben Castro and wife Rose of
Dickinson, Jaime Castro and wife Rebecca of Guevara of Morelos, Coahuila, Mexico, and Francisco
Eduardo Castro and wife Rowena of Pasadena; 30 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren; numerous
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are his sons, Rolando, Enrique, Jose Luis, Jose Ruben, Jaime, and Francisco Eduardo.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Castro name.
GALVESTON Enrique M. Castro age 88 of Galveston died Saturday, October 17, 2009 at Methodist
Hospital in San Antonio. Funeral Mass is 10:00 am Saturday, October 24, 2009 at St. Patrick’s Catholic
Church in Galveston Father E.J. Stein, OFM, celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in
Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the
funeral home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Friday with a rosary to be recited at 6:30pm.
Enrique was born February 27, 1921 in Morelos, Coahuila, Mexico to Hilario Castro and Guadalupe
Medina Castro. He was a longtime resident of Galveston and a proud husband and father. He was a
retired longshoreman and member of ILA Local #20 and a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.
Enrique was preceded in death by his parents, numerous siblings, and his wife of 56 years, Irma de
Hoyos Castro in 2002. Survivors include daughters, Elva Amanda Delgado of San Antonio, Irma Rodriguez
of Galveston, Aurora Zulaica and husband Hilario of San Antonio, and Graciela Molina and husband Arturo
of Galveston; sons, Rolando Castro and wife Mireya of San Antonio, Enrique Castro and wife Adela of
Friendswood, Jose Luis Castro and wife Ana of Galveston, Jose Ruben Castro and wife Rose of
Dickinson, Jaime Castro and wife Rebecca of Guevara of Morelos, Coahuila, Mexico, and Francisco
Eduardo Castro and wife Rowena of Pasadena; 30 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren; numerous
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are his sons, Rolando, Enrique, Jose Luis, Jose Ruben, Jaime, and Francisco Eduardo.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Castro name.
Franklyn Lycurgas Layne, III
GALVESTON Franklyn Lycurgas Layne, III age 61 of Galveston died Saturday, October 24, 2009 at John
Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Memorial services are 5:00 pm Thursday, October 29, 2009 at Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston with Dean Sims officiating. Friends of Bill W. are welcome.
Frank was born November 22, 1947 in Washington, D.C. to Franklyn Lycurgas Layne, Jr. and Virginia
Palmer Layne. He was a Control Wireman employed with Bebco Industries at the time of his death. Frank
loved Rock and Roll and Harley Davidson Motorcycles. He was a man who loved people and spent his time
helping others with life’s problems through his work in AA. He truly enjoyed the ocean and the time he was
able to spend with his friends.
Frank is survived by his wife Rhonda Tobin Layne of Galveston; daughter, Robbie Layne Christian and
husband Tim; son, Adrian Layne; grandchildren, Shailyn, Bethany, and Paige Christian; former wives and
close friends, Colleen Layne and Sandy Layne; grandmother, Janet McGuire; sisters, Virginia Trier, Pammy
Layne, Kathleen Brewster, and Wanda Layne; sister in law, Vickie Olsteen; brothers in law, Bolie McGuire
and Rodney McGuire; nieces, Daneika Olsteen, Jennifer, and Sherry Atkins; nephews, Bolie McGuire, Sean
and Josh Olsteen; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Layne name.
GALVESTON Franklyn Lycurgas Layne, III age 61 of Galveston died Saturday, October 24, 2009 at John
Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Memorial services are 5:00 pm Thursday, October 29, 2009 at Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston with Dean Sims officiating. Friends of Bill W. are welcome.
Frank was born November 22, 1947 in Washington, D.C. to Franklyn Lycurgas Layne, Jr. and Virginia
Palmer Layne. He was a Control Wireman employed with Bebco Industries at the time of his death. Frank
loved Rock and Roll and Harley Davidson Motorcycles. He was a man who loved people and spent his time
helping others with life’s problems through his work in AA. He truly enjoyed the ocean and the time he was
able to spend with his friends.
Frank is survived by his wife Rhonda Tobin Layne of Galveston; daughter, Robbie Layne Christian and
husband Tim; son, Adrian Layne; grandchildren, Shailyn, Bethany, and Paige Christian; former wives and
close friends, Colleen Layne and Sandy Layne; grandmother, Janet McGuire; sisters, Virginia Trier, Pammy
Layne, Kathleen Brewster, and Wanda Layne; sister in law, Vickie Olsteen; brothers in law, Bolie McGuire
and Rodney McGuire; nieces, Daneika Olsteen, Jennifer, and Sherry Atkins; nephews, Bolie McGuire, Sean
and Josh Olsteen; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Layne name.
Abelino Lopez,Sr.
GALVESTON Abelino Lopez, Sr. age 44 of Galveston died Friday, October 30, 2009 at John Sealy Hospital
in Galveston. Funeral Mass is 10:00 am Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in
Galveston Father E.J. Stein, OFM, celebrant. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston under the
direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00pm
until 8:00pm on Tuesday with a rosary to be recited at 6:30pm.
Abel was born January 15, 1965 in Melchor Ocampo, N.L. Mexico to Abelino Lopez and Francisca Lopez. He
was a carpenter by trade and a member of Reina de la Paz Catholic Church and now Holy Family Parish in
Galveston.
Preceded in death by his parents survivors include, daughters, Maleny and Joselyn Lopez ; son, Abelino
Lopez, Jr. all of Galveston; sisters, Guadalupe Lopez of Mexico, Leticia Lopez and husband Dagoberto of La
Marque, and Rosaevelia Lopez and husband Americo Gomez of Mexico; brothers, Lizroy Lopez and wife
Isabel of Mexico, Florentino Lopez and wife Maria, Ramon Lopez and wife Maribel and Francisco Lopez and
wife Monica all of Galveston; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Lizroy Lopez, Florentino Lopez, Ramon Lopez, Francisco Lopez, Dagoberto Lopez, and
Damian Lopez.
GALVESTON Abelino Lopez, Sr. age 44 of Galveston died Friday, October 30, 2009 at John Sealy Hospital
in Galveston. Funeral Mass is 10:00 am Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in
Galveston Father E.J. Stein, OFM, celebrant. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston under the
direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00pm
until 8:00pm on Tuesday with a rosary to be recited at 6:30pm.
Abel was born January 15, 1965 in Melchor Ocampo, N.L. Mexico to Abelino Lopez and Francisca Lopez. He
was a carpenter by trade and a member of Reina de la Paz Catholic Church and now Holy Family Parish in
Galveston.
Preceded in death by his parents survivors include, daughters, Maleny and Joselyn Lopez ; son, Abelino
Lopez, Jr. all of Galveston; sisters, Guadalupe Lopez of Mexico, Leticia Lopez and husband Dagoberto of La
Marque, and Rosaevelia Lopez and husband Americo Gomez of Mexico; brothers, Lizroy Lopez and wife
Isabel of Mexico, Florentino Lopez and wife Maria, Ramon Lopez and wife Maribel and Francisco Lopez and
wife Monica all of Galveston; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Lizroy Lopez, Florentino Lopez, Ramon Lopez, Francisco Lopez, Dagoberto Lopez, and
Damian Lopez.
Macario “Mike” Gutierrez, Sr.
GALVESTON Macario “Mike” Gutierrez, Sr. age 60 of Galveston died Friday, October 30, 2009 at John Sealy
Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 7:00 pm Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home in Galveston with the Reverend Clay Thomas officiating. The family will receive visitors from 5:
00 pm until 8:00 pm Wednesday at the funeral home.
Macario was born October 29, 1949 in Los Fresnos, Texas to Ramon Gutierrez, Sr. and Leandra Gutierrez. He
was a painter by trade and a Christian by faith. He was a great dad who truly loved spending time with his son,
Macario, Jr. He enjoyed cooking and spending the time with his many friends and family. He loved to fish and
barbecue. He was a real IKE survivor staying in his home through the storm and remaining on Galveston
Island for the rebuilding and recovery of his home and community.
Mike was preceded in death by his mother Leandra Gutierrez, sister, Betty Gutierrez and brother, Ramon
Gutierrez, Jr. , survivors include his father, Ramon Gutierrez, Sr. ; daughters, Cynthia Gutierrez and fiancé Joey
Micheletti of La Marque, and Rachel Gatley and husband Michael of Cape Coral, Florida; sons, Macario
Gutierrez, Jr. and wife Crystal of Galveston; John Paul Gutierrez and wife Theresa of Hitchcock; sisters, Lupita
Gonzalez and husband Juan of La Porte, Luvina Reyna of Houston, and Eufemia of Baytown; brothers, Tomas
Gutierrez and wife Linda of LaPorte, and Jose Gutierrez and wife Ann of LaPorte; grandchildren, Vincente
Enriquez, Keith Steffen, Andrew Gutierrez, Malachi Gutierrez, Amanda Steffen, Bianca Rodriguez, Alyssa
Steffen, Marissa Gutierrez, Cheyenne Steffen, Monica Gatley, Chelsea Gutierrez and Valerie Gutierrez;
numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Gutierrez name.
GALVESTON Macario “Mike” Gutierrez, Sr. age 60 of Galveston died Friday, October 30, 2009 at John Sealy
Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 7:00 pm Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home in Galveston with the Reverend Clay Thomas officiating. The family will receive visitors from 5:
00 pm until 8:00 pm Wednesday at the funeral home.
Macario was born October 29, 1949 in Los Fresnos, Texas to Ramon Gutierrez, Sr. and Leandra Gutierrez. He
was a painter by trade and a Christian by faith. He was a great dad who truly loved spending time with his son,
Macario, Jr. He enjoyed cooking and spending the time with his many friends and family. He loved to fish and
barbecue. He was a real IKE survivor staying in his home through the storm and remaining on Galveston
Island for the rebuilding and recovery of his home and community.
Mike was preceded in death by his mother Leandra Gutierrez, sister, Betty Gutierrez and brother, Ramon
Gutierrez, Jr. , survivors include his father, Ramon Gutierrez, Sr. ; daughters, Cynthia Gutierrez and fiancé Joey
Micheletti of La Marque, and Rachel Gatley and husband Michael of Cape Coral, Florida; sons, Macario
Gutierrez, Jr. and wife Crystal of Galveston; John Paul Gutierrez and wife Theresa of Hitchcock; sisters, Lupita
Gonzalez and husband Juan of La Porte, Luvina Reyna of Houston, and Eufemia of Baytown; brothers, Tomas
Gutierrez and wife Linda of LaPorte, and Jose Gutierrez and wife Ann of LaPorte; grandchildren, Vincente
Enriquez, Keith Steffen, Andrew Gutierrez, Malachi Gutierrez, Amanda Steffen, Bianca Rodriguez, Alyssa
Steffen, Marissa Gutierrez, Cheyenne Steffen, Monica Gatley, Chelsea Gutierrez and Valerie Gutierrez;
numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Gutierrez name.
Maria DeJesus Perea
GALVESTON Maria DeJesus Tomasa Perea age 87 of Galveston passed away quietly Sunday, November
29, 2009 at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 7:00pm Wednesday, December 2, 2009
at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5:
00pm until 8:00pm.
Maria was born March 7, 1922 in Tarandacuao, Guanajuato, Mexico to Vincente Perea and Maria Trinidad
Martinez Perea. She was a longtime Galvestonian, and member of St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica. She was
employed at UTMB in the cafeteria before retiring in 1987 with over 15 years of service. She loved to cook and
clean and love and care for her grandchildren.
Preceded in death by her parents, survivors include her daughters, Maria Huerta (Luis, Sr.), Lucy Rangel Click
(Andy Sr.), and Rachel Rangel Vallejo (Simon) all of Galveston; grandchildren, Luis Huerta, Jr. (Amanda) of
Florida, Melissa Carcano (Martin) of Houston, Andy Click, Jr., Santiago R. Vallejo, Jr., and James Eric
Stockton, Jr. all of Galveston; great grandchildren, Mariella and Brianna Huerta of Florida; numerous nieces,
nephews other relatives in Mexico and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Perea name.
GALVESTON Maria DeJesus Tomasa Perea age 87 of Galveston passed away quietly Sunday, November
29, 2009 at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 7:00pm Wednesday, December 2, 2009
at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5:
00pm until 8:00pm.
Maria was born March 7, 1922 in Tarandacuao, Guanajuato, Mexico to Vincente Perea and Maria Trinidad
Martinez Perea. She was a longtime Galvestonian, and member of St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica. She was
employed at UTMB in the cafeteria before retiring in 1987 with over 15 years of service. She loved to cook and
clean and love and care for her grandchildren.
Preceded in death by her parents, survivors include her daughters, Maria Huerta (Luis, Sr.), Lucy Rangel Click
(Andy Sr.), and Rachel Rangel Vallejo (Simon) all of Galveston; grandchildren, Luis Huerta, Jr. (Amanda) of
Florida, Melissa Carcano (Martin) of Houston, Andy Click, Jr., Santiago R. Vallejo, Jr., and James Eric
Stockton, Jr. all of Galveston; great grandchildren, Mariella and Brianna Huerta of Florida; numerous nieces,
nephews other relatives in Mexico and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Perea name.
Robert Earl Venable
GALVESTON Robert Earl Venable age 51 of La Marque, was born on November 29, 1957 in Galveston,
Texas to Charles and Julia Moore Venable, departed his life Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Ocean View
Care Center in Texas City. Funeral services are 1:00pm Friday, December 4, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral
Home, Reverend Clayton Thomas officiating. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday
beginning at 11:00am. Private family burial will follow at Barbours Cemetery in Hitchcock.
Preceded in death by his father, he leaves to cherish his memories his loving and caring friend and brother,
Oneal Jefferson of La Marque; his mother, Julia Venable of Texas City; son, Royce Myles and wife Angela of
Monroe, Louisiana; 4 grandchildren other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Venable name.
GALVESTON Robert Earl Venable age 51 of La Marque, was born on November 29, 1957 in Galveston,
Texas to Charles and Julia Moore Venable, departed his life Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Ocean View
Care Center in Texas City. Funeral services are 1:00pm Friday, December 4, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral
Home, Reverend Clayton Thomas officiating. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday
beginning at 11:00am. Private family burial will follow at Barbours Cemetery in Hitchcock.
Preceded in death by his father, he leaves to cherish his memories his loving and caring friend and brother,
Oneal Jefferson of La Marque; his mother, Julia Venable of Texas City; son, Royce Myles and wife Angela of
Monroe, Louisiana; 4 grandchildren other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Venable name.
Lonnie Douglas Stapleton
DAMON Lonnie Douglas Stapleton age 40 of Damon went home to be with his Lord, Wednesday, December
2, 2009 at Methodist Hospital in Houston. Funeral services are 11:00am Saturday, December 5, 2009 at
Needville Community Church 2405 Richmond, Needville, Texas 77461, Reverend Monty Kelly officiating. The
family will receive visitors at the church on Friday from 5:00pm until 7:00pm.
Lonnie was born September 13, 1969 in Beeville, Texas to Johnnie Lawrence Stapleton and Harriett Jeanne
McIntosh Stapleton. He had a great faith in Jesus Christ and was raised in the Assembly of God Church. He
was a man’s man, an outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. His son Brandon was the light of his life and
he was extremely proud that Brandon was a freshman on academic scholarship in Oceanic Engineering at
Texas A & M University. Lonnie worshiped at Needville Community Church.
Survivors include his son, Brandon Stapleton of College Station; parents, Johnnie and Jeanne Stapleton;
sister, Nicole Stanley all of Damon; brother, Warren Stapleton and wife Sarah of Alvin; niece, Breanna
LaRoche of Damon; nephews, Jordan and Evan Stapleton of Alvin; numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Phillip Nix, Ronald Butler, Mathew Harris, Clay Falcon, Jonathan Petak,
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Stapleton name.
DAMON Lonnie Douglas Stapleton age 40 of Damon went home to be with his Lord, Wednesday, December
2, 2009 at Methodist Hospital in Houston. Funeral services are 11:00am Saturday, December 5, 2009 at
Needville Community Church 2405 Richmond, Needville, Texas 77461, Reverend Monty Kelly officiating. The
family will receive visitors at the church on Friday from 5:00pm until 7:00pm.
Lonnie was born September 13, 1969 in Beeville, Texas to Johnnie Lawrence Stapleton and Harriett Jeanne
McIntosh Stapleton. He had a great faith in Jesus Christ and was raised in the Assembly of God Church. He
was a man’s man, an outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. His son Brandon was the light of his life and
he was extremely proud that Brandon was a freshman on academic scholarship in Oceanic Engineering at
Texas A & M University. Lonnie worshiped at Needville Community Church.
Survivors include his son, Brandon Stapleton of College Station; parents, Johnnie and Jeanne Stapleton;
sister, Nicole Stanley all of Damon; brother, Warren Stapleton and wife Sarah of Alvin; niece, Breanna
LaRoche of Damon; nephews, Jordan and Evan Stapleton of Alvin; numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Phillip Nix, Ronald Butler, Mathew Harris, Clay Falcon, Jonathan Petak,
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Stapleton name.
Anthony Salcido
GALVESTON Anthony Salcido age 65 of Galveston died, Thursday, December 3, 2009 at Bay Oaks Health Care
Center in Texas City. Funeral services are 12:00noon Monday, December 7, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral
Home in Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday beginning at 9:00 am.
Anthony was born January 20, 1944 in Galveston to Tony Jimenez Salcido and Consuelo Santos Salcido. He
was a 1962 graduate of Ball High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army serving his country honorably in
Vietnam. He was employed as an operating room technician at Shriners Hospital retiring with over 35 years of
service. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by his parents, survivors include his brother, Ronnie and Janie Cruz Salcido; nieces, Rachel
and Sonia Salcido and great niece, Raine Mejia all of Galveston; numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are David Santos, Tim Santos, Greg Santos, Joe Rey Santos, Richard Bejar-Gillard, and Rachel
Salcido.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Salcido name.
GALVESTON Anthony Salcido age 65 of Galveston died, Thursday, December 3, 2009 at Bay Oaks Health Care
Center in Texas City. Funeral services are 12:00noon Monday, December 7, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral
Home in Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday beginning at 9:00 am.
Anthony was born January 20, 1944 in Galveston to Tony Jimenez Salcido and Consuelo Santos Salcido. He
was a 1962 graduate of Ball High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army serving his country honorably in
Vietnam. He was employed as an operating room technician at Shriners Hospital retiring with over 35 years of
service. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by his parents, survivors include his brother, Ronnie and Janie Cruz Salcido; nieces, Rachel
and Sonia Salcido and great niece, Raine Mejia all of Galveston; numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are David Santos, Tim Santos, Greg Santos, Joe Rey Santos, Richard Bejar-Gillard, and Rachel
Salcido.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Salcido name.
Ethel Mae Rogers
GALVESTON Ethel Mae Rogers age 95 of Galveston died, Saturday, December 19, 2009 at Bayou Pines Care
Center in La Marque. Funeral services are 11:00am Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Arcadia First Baptist
Church in Santa Fe, Reverends Rick Smith and Bill Sims, officiating. Burial will follow at Grace Memorial Park in
Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive visitors at
the funeral home on Monday from 4:00pm until 7:00pm.
Ethel was born October 21, 1914 in Hope, Arkansas to Frank Newberry and Essie Butler Newberry. She grew
up in Arkansas where she married the love of her life, her late husband, Willis “Rog” Rogers. The couple
started their family in Arkansas and then moved to Galveston. Along with her husband, Ethel was a charter
member of West End Baptist Church of Galveston where she was involved in many aspects of ministry. She
loved to sing in the choir, work in the day care and was a member of the WMU, where among many activities
she cooked for the Baptist Student Union at UTMB. She was currently a member of Arcadia First Baptist Church
in Santa Fe.
Preceded in death by her parents, her husband Rog, and daughter in law, Barbara Rogers, survivors include
daughter, Mary Janell Kays and husband Steve of Dickinson; sons, W. Donald Rogers and wife Deanie of
Santa Fe, and Dale “Luke” Rogers of Dickinson; 12 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 10 great-great
grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers are her grandsons and great grandsons.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arcadia First Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 128, Santa
Fe, Texas 77517.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Rogers name.
GALVESTON Ethel Mae Rogers age 95 of Galveston died, Saturday, December 19, 2009 at Bayou Pines Care
Center in La Marque. Funeral services are 11:00am Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Arcadia First Baptist
Church in Santa Fe, Reverends Rick Smith and Bill Sims, officiating. Burial will follow at Grace Memorial Park in
Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive visitors at
the funeral home on Monday from 4:00pm until 7:00pm.
Ethel was born October 21, 1914 in Hope, Arkansas to Frank Newberry and Essie Butler Newberry. She grew
up in Arkansas where she married the love of her life, her late husband, Willis “Rog” Rogers. The couple
started their family in Arkansas and then moved to Galveston. Along with her husband, Ethel was a charter
member of West End Baptist Church of Galveston where she was involved in many aspects of ministry. She
loved to sing in the choir, work in the day care and was a member of the WMU, where among many activities
she cooked for the Baptist Student Union at UTMB. She was currently a member of Arcadia First Baptist Church
in Santa Fe.
Preceded in death by her parents, her husband Rog, and daughter in law, Barbara Rogers, survivors include
daughter, Mary Janell Kays and husband Steve of Dickinson; sons, W. Donald Rogers and wife Deanie of
Santa Fe, and Dale “Luke” Rogers of Dickinson; 12 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 10 great-great
grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers are her grandsons and great grandsons.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arcadia First Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 128, Santa
Fe, Texas 77517.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Rogers name.
Frances Lucille Robson
GALVESTON: Frances Lucille Robson, 92, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at
Lawrence Street Health Center in Tomball, TX. Lucille was born on May 18, 1917 to Faith and Henry
Cummings in Columbus, Mississippi. She married Harry L. Robson in May, 1941 and moved to Galveston
where Harry was employed with Todd Shipyards. Lucille was a very active member of First Baptist Church
Galveston for 68 years where she worked in the five year old Sunday school for many years.
Lucille loved working in her flower beds where she grew many different plants and tending to her numerous
potted plants. In addition, she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, baking and cooking for her family. Her cakes, pies
and other desserts were the best. Lucille also loved to travel and took many trips all over the U.S. with the Jolly
Elders group from First Baptist Church. She also served many years as a poll worker during elections in
Galveston.
Lucille’s parents, husband Harry, sister Gladys Cummings Lockhart and brother Henry Cummings
predeceased her. Left to cherish many wonderful memories are her sons James and wife Molly of Middleton,
WI; Tom and wife Nan of Cypress, TX; sister Rosamond Mullender of San Antonio, TX. In addition, Lucille
leaves granddaughter Tam Robson and her two sons Tanner Laycock and Caden Laycock; grandsons Mo
Robson and Blake Robson; nephew Michael Mullender and wife Julie and children Lauren, Jenna and John;
niece Faith Hicks and husband Andy and sons Josh, Luke and Jake; nephew Gene Lockhart and his family as
well as other nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5-8:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 27 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home,
1201 23rd Street in Galveston, TX. Funeral services with Dr. Grayson Glass and Dr. Ray Meador officiating will
be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, December 28 in the Chapel of First Baptist Church Galveston, 822- 23rd Street,
Galveston, TX 77050 with interment to follow at Grace Memorial in Hitchcock, TX.
Pallbearers will be Mo Robson, Blake Robson, Michael Mullender, Andy Hicks, Josh Hicks and Luke Hicks.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Lucille’s name to the building fund at First Baptist
Church to help with repairing damage sustained during Hurricane Ike. Friends may sign the register book and
send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Robson name.
GALVESTON: Frances Lucille Robson, 92, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at
Lawrence Street Health Center in Tomball, TX. Lucille was born on May 18, 1917 to Faith and Henry
Cummings in Columbus, Mississippi. She married Harry L. Robson in May, 1941 and moved to Galveston
where Harry was employed with Todd Shipyards. Lucille was a very active member of First Baptist Church
Galveston for 68 years where she worked in the five year old Sunday school for many years.
Lucille loved working in her flower beds where she grew many different plants and tending to her numerous
potted plants. In addition, she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, baking and cooking for her family. Her cakes, pies
and other desserts were the best. Lucille also loved to travel and took many trips all over the U.S. with the Jolly
Elders group from First Baptist Church. She also served many years as a poll worker during elections in
Galveston.
Lucille’s parents, husband Harry, sister Gladys Cummings Lockhart and brother Henry Cummings
predeceased her. Left to cherish many wonderful memories are her sons James and wife Molly of Middleton,
WI; Tom and wife Nan of Cypress, TX; sister Rosamond Mullender of San Antonio, TX. In addition, Lucille
leaves granddaughter Tam Robson and her two sons Tanner Laycock and Caden Laycock; grandsons Mo
Robson and Blake Robson; nephew Michael Mullender and wife Julie and children Lauren, Jenna and John;
niece Faith Hicks and husband Andy and sons Josh, Luke and Jake; nephew Gene Lockhart and his family as
well as other nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5-8:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 27 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home,
1201 23rd Street in Galveston, TX. Funeral services with Dr. Grayson Glass and Dr. Ray Meador officiating will
be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, December 28 in the Chapel of First Baptist Church Galveston, 822- 23rd Street,
Galveston, TX 77050 with interment to follow at Grace Memorial in Hitchcock, TX.
Pallbearers will be Mo Robson, Blake Robson, Michael Mullender, Andy Hicks, Josh Hicks and Luke Hicks.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Lucille’s name to the building fund at First Baptist
Church to help with repairing damage sustained during Hurricane Ike. Friends may sign the register book and
send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Robson name.
Charles Lynn "Charlie Choo Choo" Merritt, Sr.
GALVESTON Charles Lynn “Charlie ChooChoo” Merritt, Sr. age 56 of Galveston died, Monday, December 21,
2009 at his residence in Galveston. Funeral services are 11:00am Wednesday, December 27, 2009 at Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation begins at 9:00am.
Survivors include wife, Sharon Brown Merritt; mother, Pinkie Sellers; father; Charles Morgan (Louverta); daughter,
Barbara Hatch (Michael); sons, Charles Jerome “CJ” Merritt, Charles Lynn Merritt, Jr., and James “Bubba” Merritt;
sisters, Shirley Sellers, Delores Sellers, and Brenda Sellers; brothers Harold James Sellers, Warren Sellers
(Cecilia), Michael L. Williams, Wayne Williams, and Donald Williams; 9 grandchildren; special friend, Sally
Spurlock; numerous other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Merritt name.
GALVESTON Charles Lynn “Charlie ChooChoo” Merritt, Sr. age 56 of Galveston died, Monday, December 21,
2009 at his residence in Galveston. Funeral services are 11:00am Wednesday, December 27, 2009 at Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation begins at 9:00am.
Survivors include wife, Sharon Brown Merritt; mother, Pinkie Sellers; father; Charles Morgan (Louverta); daughter,
Barbara Hatch (Michael); sons, Charles Jerome “CJ” Merritt, Charles Lynn Merritt, Jr., and James “Bubba” Merritt;
sisters, Shirley Sellers, Delores Sellers, and Brenda Sellers; brothers Harold James Sellers, Warren Sellers
(Cecilia), Michael L. Williams, Wayne Williams, and Donald Williams; 9 grandchildren; special friend, Sally
Spurlock; numerous other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Merritt name.
Phyllis Greenberg
GALVESTON Phyllis Greenberg age 75, longtime Galveston resident, died Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at her isle
residence in Galveston. Memorial services are 10:00am Monday, January 11, 2010 at Westminster Presbyterian
Church in Galveston.
Phyllis was born June 10, 1934 in Youngstown, Ohio to Clarence Shorts and Ida Mae Nichols Shorts. She attended
Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. She came to Galveston in 1978 and was the Owner/ Broker of Greenberg
Properties. She was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Galveston.
She leaves two precious daughters, Lori Check and Sherry Check.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please
include the Greenberg name.
GALVESTON Phyllis Greenberg age 75, longtime Galveston resident, died Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at her isle
residence in Galveston. Memorial services are 10:00am Monday, January 11, 2010 at Westminster Presbyterian
Church in Galveston.
Phyllis was born June 10, 1934 in Youngstown, Ohio to Clarence Shorts and Ida Mae Nichols Shorts. She attended
Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. She came to Galveston in 1978 and was the Owner/ Broker of Greenberg
Properties. She was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Galveston.
She leaves two precious daughters, Lori Check and Sherry Check.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please
include the Greenberg name.
Alfred "Al" Tom Parsutt, Jr.
GALVESTON Alfred Tom Parsutt, Jr. beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend age 85 of Santa Fe
passed away Monday, December 28, 2009 at his residence in Santa Fe. Funeral services are 10:00am
Thursday, December 31, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, Father E.J. Stein, OFM celebrant. Burial will
follow at Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of
Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Wednesday, from 5:00pm until 8:00pm with
a rosary to be recited at 6:30pm.
Al was born April 9, 1924 in Galveston, Texas to Alfred Tom Parsutt, Sr. and Elsie A. Truckenmiller Parsutt. He
grew up in Galveston and was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in WWII. He became a Croupier at the
famous Balinese Room working there for over 17 years. He went on to own and operate several longtime
taverns in Galveston namely, The Short Horn Club, The One Eyed Jack and most recently, The Twilight
Lounge. Al loved to Flounder Fish, Hunt, play poker, and was in on the beginning of the Texas Hold’em Craze
of which he was extremely good. He was a longtime member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church now Holy
Family Parish.
Preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Adrian and two sons, Thomas Ray Parsutt and Maxie Parsutt ,
survivors include his wife of 37 years, Bonnie Sue Martorell Parsutt of Santa Fe, Texas; daughters, Shelley
Parsutt and children (A.J. Pacheco, Fred Schmidt, Jr.) of La Marque, Cheryl Marie Wilson and husband Don
and children (John Simson) of Georgia, and Anita Jean Orr and husband John and children (Angela, Michelle
and Lauren) of Georgia; sons, Alfred Black and wife Mary and children (David and Adam) of Norfolk, Virginia,
Emmett Parsutt and wife Elena and children (Sierra, Cipirano, Emily and Emmett, Jr.) of Santa Fe, and West
Touchstone and wife Samantha and children (Jennifer, Sophia and Madelynn Rae, Savannah and Justin) of
Santa Fe; in all 20 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; Haley and Trey Schmidt; numerous, other , aunts,
uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are West Touchstone, Emmett Parsutt, Gary Martorell, A.J. Pacheco, Fred Schmidt, Jr., and
Stephen "Boo" Schaaf.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice Compasses, 1100 Gulf Freeway, League City, Texas
77573.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Parsutt name.
GALVESTON Alfred Tom Parsutt, Jr. beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend age 85 of Santa Fe
passed away Monday, December 28, 2009 at his residence in Santa Fe. Funeral services are 10:00am
Thursday, December 31, 2009 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, Father E.J. Stein, OFM celebrant. Burial will
follow at Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of
Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Wednesday, from 5:00pm until 8:00pm with
a rosary to be recited at 6:30pm.
Al was born April 9, 1924 in Galveston, Texas to Alfred Tom Parsutt, Sr. and Elsie A. Truckenmiller Parsutt. He
grew up in Galveston and was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in WWII. He became a Croupier at the
famous Balinese Room working there for over 17 years. He went on to own and operate several longtime
taverns in Galveston namely, The Short Horn Club, The One Eyed Jack and most recently, The Twilight
Lounge. Al loved to Flounder Fish, Hunt, play poker, and was in on the beginning of the Texas Hold’em Craze
of which he was extremely good. He was a longtime member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church now Holy
Family Parish.
Preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Adrian and two sons, Thomas Ray Parsutt and Maxie Parsutt ,
survivors include his wife of 37 years, Bonnie Sue Martorell Parsutt of Santa Fe, Texas; daughters, Shelley
Parsutt and children (A.J. Pacheco, Fred Schmidt, Jr.) of La Marque, Cheryl Marie Wilson and husband Don
and children (John Simson) of Georgia, and Anita Jean Orr and husband John and children (Angela, Michelle
and Lauren) of Georgia; sons, Alfred Black and wife Mary and children (David and Adam) of Norfolk, Virginia,
Emmett Parsutt and wife Elena and children (Sierra, Cipirano, Emily and Emmett, Jr.) of Santa Fe, and West
Touchstone and wife Samantha and children (Jennifer, Sophia and Madelynn Rae, Savannah and Justin) of
Santa Fe; in all 20 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; Haley and Trey Schmidt; numerous, other , aunts,
uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are West Touchstone, Emmett Parsutt, Gary Martorell, A.J. Pacheco, Fred Schmidt, Jr., and
Stephen "Boo" Schaaf.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice Compasses, 1100 Gulf Freeway, League City, Texas
77573.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Parsutt name.
Larry Kent James
GALVESTON Larry Kent James age 49 of Galveston died Saturday, January 2, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Homegoing services are 11:00am Saturday, January 9, 2010 at West Point Baptist Church, Reverend
Kerry Tillmon officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the church on Friday, from 4:00pm until 8:
00pm with a Celebration of Life service to be held from 7:00pm until 8:00pm.
Larry was born March 28, 1960 in Galveston, Texas to Anthony James, Jr. and Lelia James Collins. He grew up
in Galveston. He attended Texas A & I and the University of Houston, Clear Lake. After attending college he
played professional football for several years. He later became certified as a police officer at the University of
Texas at Austin. He became a Campus Police for UTMB until his health failed. Larry was also a poet and
playwright.
Larry was preceded in death by his father, Anthony James, Jr.; grandparents, Anthony James, Sr. and Audrey
Rose James of Galveston; and grandfather, Prince Washington, Sr., of Mobile, Alabama. Left to cherish his
memory are his mother and step father, Lelia James Collins and Marion Collins; grandmother, Irene
Washington of Mobile, Alabama; sisters, Dinah Matthews (Rennie), Aubrey James, and Antoinette James all of
Arlington; one niece, four nephews, one great nephew and a host of other relatives and friends.
The family would like to give special thanks to Gaido’s, the Dialysis Care Team on 8B , all the Staff at UTMB; Dr.
Beach and the Chronic Home Dialysis Nurses and Staff.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the James name.
GALVESTON Larry Kent James age 49 of Galveston died Saturday, January 2, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Homegoing services are 11:00am Saturday, January 9, 2010 at West Point Baptist Church, Reverend
Kerry Tillmon officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the church on Friday, from 4:00pm until 8:
00pm with a Celebration of Life service to be held from 7:00pm until 8:00pm.
Larry was born March 28, 1960 in Galveston, Texas to Anthony James, Jr. and Lelia James Collins. He grew up
in Galveston. He attended Texas A & I and the University of Houston, Clear Lake. After attending college he
played professional football for several years. He later became certified as a police officer at the University of
Texas at Austin. He became a Campus Police for UTMB until his health failed. Larry was also a poet and
playwright.
Larry was preceded in death by his father, Anthony James, Jr.; grandparents, Anthony James, Sr. and Audrey
Rose James of Galveston; and grandfather, Prince Washington, Sr., of Mobile, Alabama. Left to cherish his
memory are his mother and step father, Lelia James Collins and Marion Collins; grandmother, Irene
Washington of Mobile, Alabama; sisters, Dinah Matthews (Rennie), Aubrey James, and Antoinette James all of
Arlington; one niece, four nephews, one great nephew and a host of other relatives and friends.
The family would like to give special thanks to Gaido’s, the Dialysis Care Team on 8B , all the Staff at UTMB; Dr.
Beach and the Chronic Home Dialysis Nurses and Staff.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the James name.
Marianne Stone Ciaccio
GALVESTON Marianne Stone Ciaccio, age 80, passed peacefully to her eternal life on Saturday January 9,
2010 while at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston with all of her family by her side.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00am Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in
Galveston with the Reverend Ray Pinard officiating. Burial will follow at Galveston memorial Park in Hitchcock.
The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm.
She was a lifelong resident of Galveston and a member of Central Christian Church. Marianne loved children
dearly and had been involved in the education and care of children for many years. She taught at Temple
Academy and after fourteen years of service she went on to become the Director of Pre-School and the Child
Care Center for Travis Academy where she served in that capacity for many years until her retirement.
Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Louis Vincent Ciaccio, Sr., three sons, Louis V. Ciaccio Jr. and wife
Jackie of Brazoria TX, Ron Ciaccio and wife Rhonda of Katy, TX, and Don Ciaccio of Galveston, TX. Marianne
adored her grandchildren more than anything else in life and considered them a great blessing. Christopher
and wife Clacie, of Needville, TX, Carolyn Taylor and husband Jonathan of Las Vegas, NV, Amy of Houston, TX,
and Michelle of Austin, TX. She had one great-grandson Landon Slade Vickrey also of Austin, TX.
Marianne loved life. She loved all her pets and grooming her beautiful garden was her hobby. Marianne loved to
decorate the home for all holidays and the family so very much enjoyed seeing her decorations for all occasions.
But most of all, she loved cooking big meals for the family gatherings. That was Marianne's specialty. No one
was allowed in her kitchen while she was preparing the feasts. It was her gift to her family.
Marianne loved her sons and husband dearly. She loved to chat on the phone with her sons on a regular basis
and loved being involved in her children's lives... Marianne's love will be greatly missed by her family.
Pallbearers are Louis V. Ciaccio, Jr., Ron Ciaccio, Don Ciaccio, Christopher Ciaccio, Karl Stumpf, and Casey
Vickrey.
The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to the angels at UTMB. The family cannot speak too highly of the
loving care given to Marianne during her brief illness. UTMB has many angels and Marianne loved them all while
she was there. They provided peace for the end of her life. We are truly grateful.
For those wishing to donate a memorial fund for Marianne's favorite charities has been established at Moody
National Bank 2302 Postoffice Galveston, Texas 77550.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Ciaccio name.
GALVESTON Marianne Stone Ciaccio, age 80, passed peacefully to her eternal life on Saturday January 9,
2010 while at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston with all of her family by her side.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00am Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in
Galveston with the Reverend Ray Pinard officiating. Burial will follow at Galveston memorial Park in Hitchcock.
The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm.
She was a lifelong resident of Galveston and a member of Central Christian Church. Marianne loved children
dearly and had been involved in the education and care of children for many years. She taught at Temple
Academy and after fourteen years of service she went on to become the Director of Pre-School and the Child
Care Center for Travis Academy where she served in that capacity for many years until her retirement.
Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Louis Vincent Ciaccio, Sr., three sons, Louis V. Ciaccio Jr. and wife
Jackie of Brazoria TX, Ron Ciaccio and wife Rhonda of Katy, TX, and Don Ciaccio of Galveston, TX. Marianne
adored her grandchildren more than anything else in life and considered them a great blessing. Christopher
and wife Clacie, of Needville, TX, Carolyn Taylor and husband Jonathan of Las Vegas, NV, Amy of Houston, TX,
and Michelle of Austin, TX. She had one great-grandson Landon Slade Vickrey also of Austin, TX.
Marianne loved life. She loved all her pets and grooming her beautiful garden was her hobby. Marianne loved to
decorate the home for all holidays and the family so very much enjoyed seeing her decorations for all occasions.
But most of all, she loved cooking big meals for the family gatherings. That was Marianne's specialty. No one
was allowed in her kitchen while she was preparing the feasts. It was her gift to her family.
Marianne loved her sons and husband dearly. She loved to chat on the phone with her sons on a regular basis
and loved being involved in her children's lives... Marianne's love will be greatly missed by her family.
Pallbearers are Louis V. Ciaccio, Jr., Ron Ciaccio, Don Ciaccio, Christopher Ciaccio, Karl Stumpf, and Casey
Vickrey.
The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to the angels at UTMB. The family cannot speak too highly of the
loving care given to Marianne during her brief illness. UTMB has many angels and Marianne loved them all while
she was there. They provided peace for the end of her life. We are truly grateful.
For those wishing to donate a memorial fund for Marianne's favorite charities has been established at Moody
National Bank 2302 Postoffice Galveston, Texas 77550.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Ciaccio name.
Mary Elizabeth (Belle) Mead Holm
“She was different, she was special, unique in a thousand ways, She was giving,
she was loving and we’ll miss her all our days.”
- Fred Bauer
Dr. Belle Mead Holm, 84, passed away on Saturday, January 02, 2010, in Webster, Texas after a short illness.
She was born on August 29, 1925 in Fruita, Colorado to Mae Fellows Mead and Perry Avery Mead of Odessa,
Texas. Her parents and her brother, Perry Avery Mead, Jr. of Anchorage, Alaska. preceded her in death.
A graduate of Odessa High School she attended Lord Belmont Finishing School and received her Bachelor of
Science degree at Peabody. With an intense love of learning she received her Master of Science degree from
Vanderbilt University and was the first person to receive a Doctorate in Dance and Related Arts from Texas
Woman’s University. She began her professional career teaching at Odessa High School and later began
building an intercollegiate sports and activities program at Odessa Jr. College. Her success was evident with a
national title in men’s tennis and nationally recognized women’s golf and tennis teams. Additionally, Dr. Holm
formed the Odessa College Senoritas Drill team renowned nationally for their use of bull whips in
performances.
Belle Mead Holm’s excellent leadership skills led her to become Lamar University’s Women’s Athletic Director
and Department Head for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance for nineteen years. Upon her arrival
at Lamar in 1964, Dr. Holm found a young yet budding women’s athletic program that she grew and cultivated into
teams that could compete on a national level. She started the highly successful women’s tennis program and
guided the team to a Texas State Championship in 1965.
A strong advocate of women’s athletics, Dr. Holm held numerous positions in state and national organizations,
wrote several articles and gave numerous lectures. She was Chairman of the Board of the Texas Foundation of
Intercollegiate Athletics for Women in 1971, the forerunner to the Association of Intercollegiate Athletics for
Women, Chairman of the Dance in Higher Education for AAHPER, co-founded the Maureen Connally Brinker
Foundation for Junior Tennis Organization, and worked with Eunice Shriver in the development of Special
Olympics.
Dr. Holm was also instrumental in the formation of the Southland Women’s Conference, serving as President of
the Executive Committee. The SLWC began competition in the fall of 1983 and merged with the Southland
Conference a year later. Recognizing the outstanding leadership qualities of Dr. Holm, numerous awards were
presented to her during her tenure at Lamar University. The awards and recognitions included Southland
Conference Hall of Honor Induction, 1999, Cardinal Hall of Honor, 1996, Southeast Texas Women’s Hall of Fame
in Education, 1985, Kitty Magee Lectureship Honor Award as Outstanding Alumni in the Field of Physical
Education, 1989.
Belle Mead Holm was a tremendous patron of the arts, a student and scholar of Texas History, collector of
artifacts, student of archeology, a lover of nature and an avid fisherman after her retirement in 1987. Her expertise
in Texas history, archeology, and geography became so well known that she became a lecturer throughout Texas
at Elder Hostels. As an artist, her hand carved masks decorated with artifacts that depict ancient man have been
shown in galleries and have received accolades from nationally known mask makers around the nation.
She is survived by her nephew, Paul Mead, Colorado Springs, Colorado and Penelope Mead, Sitka, Alaska, great
nieces, Danielle Mead, Tiffany Mead, and Alex Mead, Denver, Colorado; her very special friends, Martha Francell,
Odessa, Tx., Marcia Poole, Beaumont, Tx., Dot Woodfin, Friendswood, Tx. Pat Park, and Regina Meyers,
Brookefield, Tx., Dr. Jean Setzer, San Antonio, Tx., Ken and Sharon Petersen, Spicewood, Tx., Randy Ransleben,
Houston, Tx., Deane Greer, Friendswood, Tx. and Merry Calderoni, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.
Heartfelt thanks and tremendous gratitude is extended to Dr. Maria Blahey, Marcia Poole, Beaumont, Texas and
Regency Villages for their compassionate and special care during her illness.
There is no service planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, family and friends request that donations be made to
the Lamar University Foundation in Dr. Belle Mead Holm’s name. P.O. Box 11500, Beaumont, Texas 77710.
Please register thoughts and comments for Dr. Belle Holm at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. Please
include the Holm name.
Diana Richardson Clay
GALVESTON: Diana Richardson Clay age 61 of Galveston entered eternal rest Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at her
home in Galveston. Funeral services are 1:00pm Friday at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston the
Reverend William Stephens officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00pm until 7:00pm with a wake
service to be held from 7:00pm until 8:00pm.
Diana was born July 18, 1948 in Galveston to David Leroy Richardson and Lillian Charles Richardson. She
attended George Washington Carver, Goliad and was a 1966 graduate of Central High School making her a
proud Bearcat under the wings of Frank Windom. After school she was married to her Navy husband and soon
made her home in Boston where she worked 26 years with John Hancock Life Insurance in Boston, MA. , then for
Boston Coach before a head on collision caused her to retire and move back to Galveston. She was a member of
Progressive Missionary Baptist Church in Galveston and Concord Baptist Church in Boston. She was also an
active volunteer at the Galveston Senior Citizens Center.
Diana was preceded in death by her parents, and siblings, Joann Richardson, Orelia Johnson, Letha Williams
and Amelia Dickey. God gave her wonderful gifts of 2 sons, Timothy Oneal Clay of Boston and Royse P. Clay of
Galveston. Also left to cherish and honor her memory are, grandchildren, Denali Clay of Galveston, Kareem Clay,
Timothy Oneal Clay, Jr., Takaryi Clay and Unique Clay all of Boston; a sister, Birdell Cambric of Texas City; helpful
niece, Felicia M. Richardson of Baytown, other nieces , nephews, close friends, Emma Smith, Etta Jacqeutte, and
Bobby Stewart, numerous other relatives and friends.
Food will be served at Mount Moraih Baptist Church following the graveside service.
GALVESTON: Diana Richardson Clay age 61 of Galveston entered eternal rest Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at her
home in Galveston. Funeral services are 1:00pm Friday at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston the
Reverend William Stephens officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00pm until 7:00pm with a wake
service to be held from 7:00pm until 8:00pm.
Diana was born July 18, 1948 in Galveston to David Leroy Richardson and Lillian Charles Richardson. She
attended George Washington Carver, Goliad and was a 1966 graduate of Central High School making her a
proud Bearcat under the wings of Frank Windom. After school she was married to her Navy husband and soon
made her home in Boston where she worked 26 years with John Hancock Life Insurance in Boston, MA. , then for
Boston Coach before a head on collision caused her to retire and move back to Galveston. She was a member of
Progressive Missionary Baptist Church in Galveston and Concord Baptist Church in Boston. She was also an
active volunteer at the Galveston Senior Citizens Center.
Diana was preceded in death by her parents, and siblings, Joann Richardson, Orelia Johnson, Letha Williams
and Amelia Dickey. God gave her wonderful gifts of 2 sons, Timothy Oneal Clay of Boston and Royse P. Clay of
Galveston. Also left to cherish and honor her memory are, grandchildren, Denali Clay of Galveston, Kareem Clay,
Timothy Oneal Clay, Jr., Takaryi Clay and Unique Clay all of Boston; a sister, Birdell Cambric of Texas City; helpful
niece, Felicia M. Richardson of Baytown, other nieces , nephews, close friends, Emma Smith, Etta Jacqeutte, and
Bobby Stewart, numerous other relatives and friends.
Food will be served at Mount Moraih Baptist Church following the graveside service.
Patricia Ann Murphy
LIVINGSTON Patricia Ann Murphy age 63, former longtime Galveston resident died Thursday, December 31,
2009 at Pine Ridge Health Care Center in Livingston. Funeral services are 11:00 am Thursday, January 13, 2010
at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston. The family will receive visitors begining at 9:00 am Thursday.
Patricia was born March 7, 1946 in Galveston, Texas to Rufus Hilton Young and Ena Irene Carter Young. She was
a graduate of Ball High School. She was a professional artist, owner of “Art From The Heart” studio in Galveston.
She was honored with a listing in Notable Women of Texas. She received invitations to travel with her art to
France on several occasions.
Preceded in death by her parents, survivors include her husband, Patrick L. Murphy; daughter, Bettie A. Lambert
and husband Alan; son, Patrick H. Murphy and wife Carolyn; grandchildren, Nicholas Murphy, Patrick Murphy,
Jerry Barnes, Heather Barnes, Ashley Barnes, Brandon Redmon, and Chelsea Redmon; sister, Shirley J. Young;
nephew, Christopher J. Young, niece, Sonia Gamache; great nieces, Ashley Lynch, Elizabeth Christensen,
Heather Gamache, and Kristen Gamache, great nephew, Anthony Gamache; great-great nieces, Faith Elizabeth
Gamache, and Brooklyn Michelle Gamache; great-great nephews, Payton Silliman, Jude Dillan Sanchez, and
Jacob Paul Gamache.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Murphy name.
LIVINGSTON Patricia Ann Murphy age 63, former longtime Galveston resident died Thursday, December 31,
2009 at Pine Ridge Health Care Center in Livingston. Funeral services are 11:00 am Thursday, January 13, 2010
at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston. The family will receive visitors begining at 9:00 am Thursday.
Patricia was born March 7, 1946 in Galveston, Texas to Rufus Hilton Young and Ena Irene Carter Young. She was
a graduate of Ball High School. She was a professional artist, owner of “Art From The Heart” studio in Galveston.
She was honored with a listing in Notable Women of Texas. She received invitations to travel with her art to
France on several occasions.
Preceded in death by her parents, survivors include her husband, Patrick L. Murphy; daughter, Bettie A. Lambert
and husband Alan; son, Patrick H. Murphy and wife Carolyn; grandchildren, Nicholas Murphy, Patrick Murphy,
Jerry Barnes, Heather Barnes, Ashley Barnes, Brandon Redmon, and Chelsea Redmon; sister, Shirley J. Young;
nephew, Christopher J. Young, niece, Sonia Gamache; great nieces, Ashley Lynch, Elizabeth Christensen,
Heather Gamache, and Kristen Gamache, great nephew, Anthony Gamache; great-great nieces, Faith Elizabeth
Gamache, and Brooklyn Michelle Gamache; great-great nephews, Payton Silliman, Jude Dillan Sanchez, and
Jacob Paul Gamache.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Murphy name.
Jack L. Briscoe, III
GALVESTON: Jack Briscoe, III age 36 of Texas City died Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Funeral services are 1:00 pm Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in
Galveston, Reverend Chuck Mills and Reverend Hartley Cerrell officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn
Cemetery in Houston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
Jack was born October 22, 1973 in Galveston, Texas to Jack L. Briscoe, Jr. and Andrea Pelaez Briscoe. He was in
the construction business.
Preceded in death by his mother, survivors include, father, Jack L. Briscoe, Jr. and wife Christine; son, Kristian
Briscoe; step sister, Nicole Vassiliades; brothers, Billy Briscoe and Jason Briscoe, step brother, Nick Vassiliades.
Pallbearers are friends of the family.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Briscoe name.
GALVESTON: Jack Briscoe, III age 36 of Texas City died Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Funeral services are 1:00 pm Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in
Galveston, Reverend Chuck Mills and Reverend Hartley Cerrell officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn
Cemetery in Houston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
Jack was born October 22, 1973 in Galveston, Texas to Jack L. Briscoe, Jr. and Andrea Pelaez Briscoe. He was in
the construction business.
Preceded in death by his mother, survivors include, father, Jack L. Briscoe, Jr. and wife Christine; son, Kristian
Briscoe; step sister, Nicole Vassiliades; brothers, Billy Briscoe and Jason Briscoe, step brother, Nick Vassiliades.
Pallbearers are friends of the family.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Briscoe name.
Leon Richard “Buddy” Dreyfus
GALVESTON - Leon R. Dreyfus, Sr. died Friday, January 22, 2010 at Clear Lake Regional Hospital in Webster
after a brief illness. Visitation will be Monday January 25, 2010 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home In Galveston. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at St.
Patrick's Catholic Church, Galveston. A private family burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
Leon ("Buddy") was born in Galveston, Texas on April 20, 1923 to Leon Dreyfus and Elizabeth Cormack Dreyfus.
He was a graduate of Ball High School and Texas A&M University, class of 1945. Prior to graduation with a
degree in mechanical engineering, Leon accepted a commission as a second lieutenant from the U.S. Army
and served in the Army Air Corp during W.W.II. Leon and Jackie Roberta Mallini, also of Galveston, were married
on May 4, 1946 and during their 62-year marriage, raised their four children on Galveston Island. He was
employed for over 40 years with Southern Paper Company and later, The Century Paper Company. He was
active in the Boy Scouts of America where he served as Island District Chairman (1965-67) and was presented
with the Silver Beaver Award for Distinguished Service (1967) and the St. George Medal for distinguished service
to Catholic Scouts (1970). Leon was a member of Rotary International and served as President of the Rotary
Club of Galveston (1959-60). As an active member of the Texas A&M Association of Former Students, he
served as president of the Galveston County Aggie Club (1957) and was a Silver Century Aggie Club Member.
Leon was a former member of the Galveston Civil Service Commission, a former Division Chairman of the
Galveston United Way and a volunteer at the Lone Star Flight Museum. Leon and Jackie were members of St.
Patrick's and later, St. Peter the Apostle Parishes of Galveston. In addition to his lifelong commitment of service
to the Galveston community, the Catholic Church, and the Galveston parochial schools, Leon was a devoted and
loving husband and father, a friend to many, and loved by all who knew him.
Leon was preceded in death by his sister, Elizabeth (Betty) Rose Bradshaw and wife Jackie. Survivors include a
daughter, Christine R. Dreyfus, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and three sons, Leon R. Dreyfus, Jr., and wife,
Marilyn Kenoyer of Poughkeepsie, New York, Charles E. Dreyfus and Trudy Rossi Dreyfus of Friendswood,
Texas, and Lawrence A. Dreyfus and Elise Dreyfus of Lawrence, Kansas. Leon and Jackie were the
grandparents of Abigail Garrett, Alyssa, Dan, and Ariel Dreyfus (Leon), Chuck Dreyfus and Rachel Dreyfus
Chapman (Charles), and David and Rebecca Dreyfus (Lawrence) as well as the great-grand parents of Dylan
Dreyfus (Chuck), Charlene, Chase and Carolyn Chapman (Rachel) and Mallina Dreyfus (David).
Pallbearers will be Chuck Dreyfus, Daniel Dreyfus, David Dreyfus, Randall Chapman, Jerry Burke and Josh
Fruehan.
Donations may be made in Leon’s name to the Salvation Army or The Ronald Mc Donald House in Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Dreyfus name.
The family requests your presence at the Pelican Club for a reception immediately following the services this
morning.
GALVESTON - Leon R. Dreyfus, Sr. died Friday, January 22, 2010 at Clear Lake Regional Hospital in Webster
after a brief illness. Visitation will be Monday January 25, 2010 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home In Galveston. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at St.
Patrick's Catholic Church, Galveston. A private family burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
Leon ("Buddy") was born in Galveston, Texas on April 20, 1923 to Leon Dreyfus and Elizabeth Cormack Dreyfus.
He was a graduate of Ball High School and Texas A&M University, class of 1945. Prior to graduation with a
degree in mechanical engineering, Leon accepted a commission as a second lieutenant from the U.S. Army
and served in the Army Air Corp during W.W.II. Leon and Jackie Roberta Mallini, also of Galveston, were married
on May 4, 1946 and during their 62-year marriage, raised their four children on Galveston Island. He was
employed for over 40 years with Southern Paper Company and later, The Century Paper Company. He was
active in the Boy Scouts of America where he served as Island District Chairman (1965-67) and was presented
with the Silver Beaver Award for Distinguished Service (1967) and the St. George Medal for distinguished service
to Catholic Scouts (1970). Leon was a member of Rotary International and served as President of the Rotary
Club of Galveston (1959-60). As an active member of the Texas A&M Association of Former Students, he
served as president of the Galveston County Aggie Club (1957) and was a Silver Century Aggie Club Member.
Leon was a former member of the Galveston Civil Service Commission, a former Division Chairman of the
Galveston United Way and a volunteer at the Lone Star Flight Museum. Leon and Jackie were members of St.
Patrick's and later, St. Peter the Apostle Parishes of Galveston. In addition to his lifelong commitment of service
to the Galveston community, the Catholic Church, and the Galveston parochial schools, Leon was a devoted and
loving husband and father, a friend to many, and loved by all who knew him.
Leon was preceded in death by his sister, Elizabeth (Betty) Rose Bradshaw and wife Jackie. Survivors include a
daughter, Christine R. Dreyfus, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and three sons, Leon R. Dreyfus, Jr., and wife,
Marilyn Kenoyer of Poughkeepsie, New York, Charles E. Dreyfus and Trudy Rossi Dreyfus of Friendswood,
Texas, and Lawrence A. Dreyfus and Elise Dreyfus of Lawrence, Kansas. Leon and Jackie were the
grandparents of Abigail Garrett, Alyssa, Dan, and Ariel Dreyfus (Leon), Chuck Dreyfus and Rachel Dreyfus
Chapman (Charles), and David and Rebecca Dreyfus (Lawrence) as well as the great-grand parents of Dylan
Dreyfus (Chuck), Charlene, Chase and Carolyn Chapman (Rachel) and Mallina Dreyfus (David).
Pallbearers will be Chuck Dreyfus, Daniel Dreyfus, David Dreyfus, Randall Chapman, Jerry Burke and Josh
Fruehan.
Donations may be made in Leon’s name to the Salvation Army or The Ronald Mc Donald House in Galveston.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Dreyfus name.
The family requests your presence at the Pelican Club for a reception immediately following the services this
morning.
Robert Allen “Bob” McCulley
GALVESTON Robert Allen “Bob” McCulley age 68, of Kerrville died Monday, January 25, 2010, at Peterson
Regional Medical Center in Kerrville. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, January 28, 2010 at
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home with the Reverend J.C. Dorman officiating. Burial will follow at Galveston
Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will
receive visitors at the funeral home beginning at 12:00 noon on Thursday.
Bob was born November 5, 1941 in Galveston, Texas to James Robert McCulley and Billie Kierbow McCulley. He
was a 1958 graduate of Ball High School. He earned his Bachelor and Master in Education from Texas State
University in San Marcos. Bob was a school administrator in Bay City before retiring to Kerrville. He was an avid
tennis player, playing many benefit tournaments for the United Way and other charities.
Preceded in death by his father; survivors include his wife, Jo Carole “Jody” McCulley of Kerrville; mother, Billie
McCulley of Galveston; an aunt Martha Groves of La Marque; a cousin, John Hamilton of Houston; numerous
other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are friends and family members.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the McCulley name.
GALVESTON Robert Allen “Bob” McCulley age 68, of Kerrville died Monday, January 25, 2010, at Peterson
Regional Medical Center in Kerrville. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, January 28, 2010 at
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home with the Reverend J.C. Dorman officiating. Burial will follow at Galveston
Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will
receive visitors at the funeral home beginning at 12:00 noon on Thursday.
Bob was born November 5, 1941 in Galveston, Texas to James Robert McCulley and Billie Kierbow McCulley. He
was a 1958 graduate of Ball High School. He earned his Bachelor and Master in Education from Texas State
University in San Marcos. Bob was a school administrator in Bay City before retiring to Kerrville. He was an avid
tennis player, playing many benefit tournaments for the United Way and other charities.
Preceded in death by his father; survivors include his wife, Jo Carole “Jody” McCulley of Kerrville; mother, Billie
McCulley of Galveston; an aunt Martha Groves of La Marque; a cousin, John Hamilton of Houston; numerous
other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are friends and family members.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the McCulley name.
Joseph John Flores, Sr.
GALVESTON Joseph John Flores, Sr. of Galveston died Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Funeral services are 12:00 noon Friday, January 29, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, Father
E.J. Stein, OFM and Deacon John Pistone officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston. The
family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday beginning at 10:00 am.
Joseph John Flores Sr. was a remarkable man who never made an enemy. He was a simple man who liked life’
s simple pleasures. He would choose beans and rice over a steak dinner. He called everybody “baby” and loved
wearing baseball hats. He loved fishing, watching sports, and tinkering with things that appeared to be
completely broken. Joe loved sweets and hated chicken. He enjoyed listening to live Mexican music and
watching Rocky movies over and over again.
Joe was an early bird and a constant promoter of whatever business his family had in motion at the time. He
adorned the caps, t-shirts jackets and passed out flyers everyday with joy. Joe had a child-like charm about him.
He yelled at the players on T.V. as if he was coaching them from his living room. Joe loved the Dallas Cowboys,
the Houston Astros, and every team that his children and grandchildren ever played on.
Joseph John Flores, Sr. had a full and complete life that was filled with unselfish acts of kindness. He was kind
to not only his family, but to complete strangers. Joe was a hard-working, kind-hearted and soft-spoken. He was
a loving father and husband. He had rough hands and a gentle touch. He had a great sense of humor and a
heart of gold. Joe would call his grandchildren names like “boo-boo,” “papa,” “lil’ mamma,” “knucklehead,”
“suckafish” “suckadee” , and crazy names that only he could think of. Joe was affectionately known to his
grandchildren as “Paw-Paw.” Joe called his wife Carmen by the nickname of “Honey” as a term of endearment;
Consequently all of his grandchildren believed that “Honey” was her real name. So she was permanently
nicknamed “Honey” to all of their grandchildren.
Joe was an active man his whole life. When Joe got sick, he was determined to fight it. Joe fought his sudden
illness with persistent courage. He never gave up. It was remarkable to see him fight.
Joe had three sisters: Anna Marie, Lorraine and Rose Marie. Joe had one baby brother named Raymond who
was by his side everyday in the hospital. Joe loved Raymond and Joe’s children love Raymond. The Flores
children will always look up to Raymond as an inspiration to family love.
Joe was 84 years old when God called him. Joe and his wife Carmen were married in 1943 and they were
married for 66 years. Joe and Carmen shared a special relationship. Carmen was Joe’s rock. His love for
Carmen was quite a sight. Carmen was the love of Joe’s life. Carmen was Joe’s best friend. Joe was preceded
in death by his parents, and a daughter in law, Leslie Flores.
Joe is survived by his wife of 66 years Carmen Cruz Flores; a brother, Raymond and wife Connie; three sisters,
Anna Marie, Lorraine and Rose Marie. Joe and Carmen have five children and their spouses: Joe Jr. and Diane,
Sammy and Cindy, Diane and Phil, Frances and Allen Ray. They have 12 grandchildren and their spouses: Tod
and Laura, Erik, Kelly and Chris, Ryan, Joseph, Chad and Natalie, Tyler Tanya, Ronny, Peter, Brooke and Cole.
They have 7 great grandchildren: Ricky, Chloe, Mia, Rylie, Sidne, Kinly and Dylan.
would want his children, grandchildren and wife to know how much he loved them and how proud he was of all
of them.
We will all miss Joe and his unconditional love, but Joe’s legacy lives on in all of the great memories that we all
had with him.
Pallbearers are grandsons.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Flores name.
GALVESTON Joseph John Flores, Sr. of Galveston died Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Funeral services are 12:00 noon Friday, January 29, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, Father
E.J. Stein, OFM and Deacon John Pistone officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston. The
family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday beginning at 10:00 am.
Joseph John Flores Sr. was a remarkable man who never made an enemy. He was a simple man who liked life’
s simple pleasures. He would choose beans and rice over a steak dinner. He called everybody “baby” and loved
wearing baseball hats. He loved fishing, watching sports, and tinkering with things that appeared to be
completely broken. Joe loved sweets and hated chicken. He enjoyed listening to live Mexican music and
watching Rocky movies over and over again.
Joe was an early bird and a constant promoter of whatever business his family had in motion at the time. He
adorned the caps, t-shirts jackets and passed out flyers everyday with joy. Joe had a child-like charm about him.
He yelled at the players on T.V. as if he was coaching them from his living room. Joe loved the Dallas Cowboys,
the Houston Astros, and every team that his children and grandchildren ever played on.
Joseph John Flores, Sr. had a full and complete life that was filled with unselfish acts of kindness. He was kind
to not only his family, but to complete strangers. Joe was a hard-working, kind-hearted and soft-spoken. He was
a loving father and husband. He had rough hands and a gentle touch. He had a great sense of humor and a
heart of gold. Joe would call his grandchildren names like “boo-boo,” “papa,” “lil’ mamma,” “knucklehead,”
“suckafish” “suckadee” , and crazy names that only he could think of. Joe was affectionately known to his
grandchildren as “Paw-Paw.” Joe called his wife Carmen by the nickname of “Honey” as a term of endearment;
Consequently all of his grandchildren believed that “Honey” was her real name. So she was permanently
nicknamed “Honey” to all of their grandchildren.
Joe was an active man his whole life. When Joe got sick, he was determined to fight it. Joe fought his sudden
illness with persistent courage. He never gave up. It was remarkable to see him fight.
Joe had three sisters: Anna Marie, Lorraine and Rose Marie. Joe had one baby brother named Raymond who
was by his side everyday in the hospital. Joe loved Raymond and Joe’s children love Raymond. The Flores
children will always look up to Raymond as an inspiration to family love.
Joe was 84 years old when God called him. Joe and his wife Carmen were married in 1943 and they were
married for 66 years. Joe and Carmen shared a special relationship. Carmen was Joe’s rock. His love for
Carmen was quite a sight. Carmen was the love of Joe’s life. Carmen was Joe’s best friend. Joe was preceded
in death by his parents, and a daughter in law, Leslie Flores.
Joe is survived by his wife of 66 years Carmen Cruz Flores; a brother, Raymond and wife Connie; three sisters,
Anna Marie, Lorraine and Rose Marie. Joe and Carmen have five children and their spouses: Joe Jr. and Diane,
Sammy and Cindy, Diane and Phil, Frances and Allen Ray. They have 12 grandchildren and their spouses: Tod
and Laura, Erik, Kelly and Chris, Ryan, Joseph, Chad and Natalie, Tyler Tanya, Ronny, Peter, Brooke and Cole.
They have 7 great grandchildren: Ricky, Chloe, Mia, Rylie, Sidne, Kinly and Dylan.
would want his children, grandchildren and wife to know how much he loved them and how proud he was of all
of them.
We will all miss Joe and his unconditional love, but Joe’s legacy lives on in all of the great memories that we all
had with him.
Pallbearers are grandsons.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Flores name.
Mellie G. “Mary” Flisowski
GALVESTON Mellie G. “Mary” Flisowski age 89, of Galveston died Monday, January 25, 2010, at Warm Springs
Specialty Hospital in Luling. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, January 30, 2010 at Sacred Heart
Catholic Church with Father E.J. Stein, celebrant. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock
under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral
home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Friday with a rosary and prayer vigil to be held at 6:30pm.
Born March 10, 1920 in Richmond, Texas, Mrs. Flisowski was a lifetime resident of Galveston and Santa Fe.
Mellie recently moved to Lavernia, Texas to live with her son and daughter in law, Tommy and Ana Thompson.
Mellie was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Flisowski, her parents Thomas and Alice Thompson, her
daughter, Betty Staggs and a sister, Florence Mata. Survivors include, son, Tommy S. Thompson and wife Ana of
Lavernia; grandchildren, Tommy M. Thompson and wife Kim of New Braunfels, Dr. Anthony Thompson of
Fremont, Ohio, Dr. Ana Marie Anders and husband Dr. Tim Anders of Holland, Ohio, Eddie Staggs and wife Lori,
Jesse Staggs and wife Lori, Pete Kingsbury and wife Julie, and Vincent Kingsbury and wife Elisha all of Long
Beach, California; eight great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are friends of the family.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Flisowski name.
GALVESTON Mellie G. “Mary” Flisowski age 89, of Galveston died Monday, January 25, 2010, at Warm Springs
Specialty Hospital in Luling. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, January 30, 2010 at Sacred Heart
Catholic Church with Father E.J. Stein, celebrant. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock
under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral
home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Friday with a rosary and prayer vigil to be held at 6:30pm.
Born March 10, 1920 in Richmond, Texas, Mrs. Flisowski was a lifetime resident of Galveston and Santa Fe.
Mellie recently moved to Lavernia, Texas to live with her son and daughter in law, Tommy and Ana Thompson.
Mellie was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Flisowski, her parents Thomas and Alice Thompson, her
daughter, Betty Staggs and a sister, Florence Mata. Survivors include, son, Tommy S. Thompson and wife Ana of
Lavernia; grandchildren, Tommy M. Thompson and wife Kim of New Braunfels, Dr. Anthony Thompson of
Fremont, Ohio, Dr. Ana Marie Anders and husband Dr. Tim Anders of Holland, Ohio, Eddie Staggs and wife Lori,
Jesse Staggs and wife Lori, Pete Kingsbury and wife Julie, and Vincent Kingsbury and wife Elisha all of Long
Beach, California; eight great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are friends of the family.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Flisowski name.
Reid Martin
GALVESTON: Reid Martin 92 of Galveston died Thursday, February 4, 2010 at Gulf Health Care Center in
Galveston. An Elk’s Memorial Service followed by the funeral service will be held at 6:30 pm Friday, February 12,
2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston.
Reid was born May 7, 1917 in Olgelsby, Texas to S.W. Martin and Nora Reid Martin and was raised in the Waco
area. He joined the Coast Guard during World War II and served his country by patrolling the coast to protect
against enemy submarines and ships at sea. After leaving the service in 1945, he disembarked at Galveston
and the very next day was hired by the City of Galveston in the Typhus Control Program. Many people nicknamed
Reid as the “Rat Man” because of his extensive knowledge of rats. He was responsible for rodent-proofing
buildings on the Strand and Seawall Blvd. He was promoted to other duties such as restaurant inspections and
was eventually promoted to Chief Sanitarian and continued to perform those duties until he retired from the City
of Galveston. He went to work in the same position with the Galveston County Health District until he retired in
1990 as Chief Sanitarian. Overall, he served the citizens of Galveston County for a total of 45 years. He was
instrumental in mentoring a large number of health inspectors statewide and most are still working around the
state of Texas. Reid enjoyed life and loved to be around his friends. He once said “once a sanitarian always a
sanitarian” and most owners of restaurants in the city of Galveston respected his ability to communicate with
them and his professionalism.
Reid was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign War Post 880, American Legion Post 20, the Benevolent
and Protective Order of Elk’s Galveston Lodge # 126, numerous organizations associated with his profession
and a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Galveston.
Reid is preceded in death by his parents and wife Nancy. He is survived by his loving companion of 27 years,
Anne M. Nigrelle of Santa Fe and children, Kenny and Becky Nigrelle and family of Hitchcock, Michael and
Jennifer Nigrelle and family of League City, and Michelle and Sammy Arcidiacono and family of Santa Fe; two
sisters Frankie Witlock of Waco, and Onita Palen of Dallas and a niece Diane Crane and family of Dallas,
Texas. His friends will miss him and his sense of humor. As he would often say to us “everybody’s got to be
somewhere.
Memorials may be sent to the First Baptist Church restoration fund 822 Tremont Galveston, Texas 77550 or to
the Hospice Care Team 1708 Amburn Rd Suite C Texas City, Texas 77591
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Martin name.
GALVESTON: Reid Martin 92 of Galveston died Thursday, February 4, 2010 at Gulf Health Care Center in
Galveston. An Elk’s Memorial Service followed by the funeral service will be held at 6:30 pm Friday, February 12,
2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston.
Reid was born May 7, 1917 in Olgelsby, Texas to S.W. Martin and Nora Reid Martin and was raised in the Waco
area. He joined the Coast Guard during World War II and served his country by patrolling the coast to protect
against enemy submarines and ships at sea. After leaving the service in 1945, he disembarked at Galveston
and the very next day was hired by the City of Galveston in the Typhus Control Program. Many people nicknamed
Reid as the “Rat Man” because of his extensive knowledge of rats. He was responsible for rodent-proofing
buildings on the Strand and Seawall Blvd. He was promoted to other duties such as restaurant inspections and
was eventually promoted to Chief Sanitarian and continued to perform those duties until he retired from the City
of Galveston. He went to work in the same position with the Galveston County Health District until he retired in
1990 as Chief Sanitarian. Overall, he served the citizens of Galveston County for a total of 45 years. He was
instrumental in mentoring a large number of health inspectors statewide and most are still working around the
state of Texas. Reid enjoyed life and loved to be around his friends. He once said “once a sanitarian always a
sanitarian” and most owners of restaurants in the city of Galveston respected his ability to communicate with
them and his professionalism.
Reid was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign War Post 880, American Legion Post 20, the Benevolent
and Protective Order of Elk’s Galveston Lodge # 126, numerous organizations associated with his profession
and a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Galveston.
Reid is preceded in death by his parents and wife Nancy. He is survived by his loving companion of 27 years,
Anne M. Nigrelle of Santa Fe and children, Kenny and Becky Nigrelle and family of Hitchcock, Michael and
Jennifer Nigrelle and family of League City, and Michelle and Sammy Arcidiacono and family of Santa Fe; two
sisters Frankie Witlock of Waco, and Onita Palen of Dallas and a niece Diane Crane and family of Dallas,
Texas. His friends will miss him and his sense of humor. As he would often say to us “everybody’s got to be
somewhere.
Memorials may be sent to the First Baptist Church restoration fund 822 Tremont Galveston, Texas 77550 or to
the Hospice Care Team 1708 Amburn Rd Suite C Texas City, Texas 77591
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Martin name.
Nyla Lee Moncebaiz-St. Clair
GALVESTON Nyla Lee Moncebaiz- St. Clair was born in Fort Worth TX. To Charles and Roberta Smiley on June
10, 1934 and departed this life at Methodist Hospital in Houston on Wednesday, February 10, 2010.
Funeral services are 10:00 am Monday, February 15, 2010 at Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church in
Galveston, Reverend Bert Bagley and Reverend June White officiating. Private family burial will follow a church
reception at Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The
family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Sunday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
Lee graduated from Texarkana High School and went on to receive her RN degree from St.Petersburg
University in Florida. Nyla proudly served UTMB in Galveston for 23 years before her retirement. She returned to
work at EDS and retired for the 2nd time after 5 years.
Lee was an active member of Moody Methodist Church. She was a member of the Emmeas group, of the
mission team, and the worship committee. She also served many years as chairman of the board at Crockett
Place Methodist Church. She truly enjoyed working with so many pastors throughout her years of service.
Lee along with her husband owned B&L Ranch, where she was the house manager for MHMR’s MARJO
program for juvenile offenders. Lee was a volunteer nurse @ the Lone Oak Ranch for the summer activities
program and was a participant of the Texas Trail Riders Association for many years. She was proud to show
her Appaloosas horses while gracing her side saddle. She has taught all of her grandchildren how to ride
horses. Her avid love for music, theatre and dance was inspiring and appreciated by all she could share with.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Bobby Dal St. Clair, Her sister, Joverne Christie of Las Vegas NV.,
brother, Ronald Smiley and his wife Trina of Indiana. Sons, Robert and Daughter in law, Cyndi Moncebaiz of
Santa Fe, TX., David Lee Moncebaiz of Austin, TX. Robert Dal, Arnold and Jo Bob St. Clair, grandchildren- Victor
III and Katherine Lee Moncebaiz of Boston, MS. Faith Anne, Cristyn, Eliza, Alayna, and Fallen St. Clair of Texas
City, Laura Lee and Forrest Moncebaiz of Redmond, Or., David James Moncebaiz of Katy, TX. , Sarah and Troy
Moncebaiz of Santa Fe, TX. Joe Eldon, Kristofer Wade and Brandon, Dal St. Clair of Friendswood, TX, great
grandchildren, Snow Adamarie, and Adam Ortega III of Texas City, TX, niece, Sadie Teal St.Clair and nephews
Larry St. Clair, and Christopher Christie.
The family would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the professionals who helped Lee have a longer and
fuller life, the nurses and dear friends from Davita Dialysis, Debbie, Sylvia, Diana, and Nancy. For ten years,
DR. Henry Zaleski has seen her through many challenges at the Methodist Hospital in Houston. The floor
Nurses in 8 West Main Cancer care Center.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Galveston Island Gideon’s P.O. Box 8258 Galveston, Texas
77553.
Pallbearers are Joe St.Clair II, John Brannon, Troy Moncebaiz, Jonathon Vining, Sarah Moncebaiz and
Samantha Gerald.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the St. Clair name.
GALVESTON Nyla Lee Moncebaiz- St. Clair was born in Fort Worth TX. To Charles and Roberta Smiley on June
10, 1934 and departed this life at Methodist Hospital in Houston on Wednesday, February 10, 2010.
Funeral services are 10:00 am Monday, February 15, 2010 at Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church in
Galveston, Reverend Bert Bagley and Reverend June White officiating. Private family burial will follow a church
reception at Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The
family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Sunday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
Lee graduated from Texarkana High School and went on to receive her RN degree from St.Petersburg
University in Florida. Nyla proudly served UTMB in Galveston for 23 years before her retirement. She returned to
work at EDS and retired for the 2nd time after 5 years.
Lee was an active member of Moody Methodist Church. She was a member of the Emmeas group, of the
mission team, and the worship committee. She also served many years as chairman of the board at Crockett
Place Methodist Church. She truly enjoyed working with so many pastors throughout her years of service.
Lee along with her husband owned B&L Ranch, where she was the house manager for MHMR’s MARJO
program for juvenile offenders. Lee was a volunteer nurse @ the Lone Oak Ranch for the summer activities
program and was a participant of the Texas Trail Riders Association for many years. She was proud to show
her Appaloosas horses while gracing her side saddle. She has taught all of her grandchildren how to ride
horses. Her avid love for music, theatre and dance was inspiring and appreciated by all she could share with.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Bobby Dal St. Clair, Her sister, Joverne Christie of Las Vegas NV.,
brother, Ronald Smiley and his wife Trina of Indiana. Sons, Robert and Daughter in law, Cyndi Moncebaiz of
Santa Fe, TX., David Lee Moncebaiz of Austin, TX. Robert Dal, Arnold and Jo Bob St. Clair, grandchildren- Victor
III and Katherine Lee Moncebaiz of Boston, MS. Faith Anne, Cristyn, Eliza, Alayna, and Fallen St. Clair of Texas
City, Laura Lee and Forrest Moncebaiz of Redmond, Or., David James Moncebaiz of Katy, TX. , Sarah and Troy
Moncebaiz of Santa Fe, TX. Joe Eldon, Kristofer Wade and Brandon, Dal St. Clair of Friendswood, TX, great
grandchildren, Snow Adamarie, and Adam Ortega III of Texas City, TX, niece, Sadie Teal St.Clair and nephews
Larry St. Clair, and Christopher Christie.
The family would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the professionals who helped Lee have a longer and
fuller life, the nurses and dear friends from Davita Dialysis, Debbie, Sylvia, Diana, and Nancy. For ten years,
DR. Henry Zaleski has seen her through many challenges at the Methodist Hospital in Houston. The floor
Nurses in 8 West Main Cancer care Center.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Galveston Island Gideon’s P.O. Box 8258 Galveston, Texas
77553.
Pallbearers are Joe St.Clair II, John Brannon, Troy Moncebaiz, Jonathon Vining, Sarah Moncebaiz and
Samantha Gerald.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the St. Clair name.
Willard Emuel Craft
Willard Emuel Craft, age 86 of Galveston died Wednesday, March 3, 2010 . Graveside services are 1:00 pm
Friday, March 5, 2010 at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral
Home, Reverend Ray Pinard officiating.
W.E. was born April 9, 1923 in Galveston, Texas to James Abraham Garfield Craft and Lily Mae Roden Craft. He
was a member of the Ball High School class of 1940 though he left school early to join the National Guard. He
was employed at Union Carbide as an operator where he retired with 35 years of service. He and Gladys Rae
are members of Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church. Mr. Craft was married in 1943 and established
his home in Galveston where he remained for the rest of his life. He loved to ride his bicycle on the seawall; in
fact he loved to ride his bike so much that when he was 14 he rode all the way to Dallas to see the state fair. W.
E. taught his son how to play baseball, seeing him through Little League and Pony Colt often as the manager or
assistant manager of the team. He often called home in the evenings while at work to tell the family to look at the
stars or clouds that he found so interesting. After retirement he walked early in the morning along the beach and
watched the sun come up over the gulf. At nightfall he again would watch the clouds and sunset. For many years
the family went to Arkansas during the fall to see the trees and foliage. I guess you could say he loved nature.
Preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Paul and James Alton Craft, survivors include his wife of 66
years, Gladys Rae Craft, a son, Willard E. “Tony” Craft, Jr. both of Galveston; a brother, Cloyd Gerald Craft of
Texas City, numerous other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Craft name.
Willard Emuel Craft, age 86 of Galveston died Wednesday, March 3, 2010 . Graveside services are 1:00 pm
Friday, March 5, 2010 at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral
Home, Reverend Ray Pinard officiating.
W.E. was born April 9, 1923 in Galveston, Texas to James Abraham Garfield Craft and Lily Mae Roden Craft. He
was a member of the Ball High School class of 1940 though he left school early to join the National Guard. He
was employed at Union Carbide as an operator where he retired with 35 years of service. He and Gladys Rae
are members of Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church. Mr. Craft was married in 1943 and established
his home in Galveston where he remained for the rest of his life. He loved to ride his bicycle on the seawall; in
fact he loved to ride his bike so much that when he was 14 he rode all the way to Dallas to see the state fair. W.
E. taught his son how to play baseball, seeing him through Little League and Pony Colt often as the manager or
assistant manager of the team. He often called home in the evenings while at work to tell the family to look at the
stars or clouds that he found so interesting. After retirement he walked early in the morning along the beach and
watched the sun come up over the gulf. At nightfall he again would watch the clouds and sunset. For many years
the family went to Arkansas during the fall to see the trees and foliage. I guess you could say he loved nature.
Preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Paul and James Alton Craft, survivors include his wife of 66
years, Gladys Rae Craft, a son, Willard E. “Tony” Craft, Jr. both of Galveston; a brother, Cloyd Gerald Craft of
Texas City, numerous other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Craft name.
Raymond Dallas Davis, Jr.
Raymond Dallas Davis, Jr. age 81 of Galveston died Saturday, March 13, 2010 at Christus St. John Hospital in
Nassau Bay. Funeral services are 10:00 am Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Burial
will follow at Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The
family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Monday with a wake to be held at 7:
00pm.
Raymond was born April 26, 1928 in Galveston to Dallas Raymond Davis and Mary Elizabeth Almanza Davis. He
retired from Galveston Blue Print Company with 28 years of service and then from the City of Galveston Housing
Department with 17 years of service. Raymond was a Korean War Veteran. He was active for many years in,
Little League, Pony League and Mickey Mantle –Connie Mack Baseball League in Galveston for more than 30
years. He was a member of the Local VFW and American Legion Associations. Raymond was an active
outdoorsman from shrimping with his father-in-law, fishing with friends and family, oystering, and seining in the
gulf to deer hunting. He was always right there to go do any of these things as early as 3 am in the morning.
Preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Roy Johnson, brother Ernest Sanchez Sr., sister-in-law Rosalie
Sanchez, nephew Joe Roy Sanchez, brother-in-law Deward Barker, father-in-law Sovola L. Huskey Sr., mother-in-
law Nora Roberta Huskey. Raymond is survived by his wife of fifty years, Betty Joyce Huskey Davis, daughter,
Stephaine Davis Blasé, son–in –law Ronald L. Blasé and granddaughter Ashleigh K. Blasé all of Galveston;
sister–Caroline Barker of Cleburne, Texas, sister and brother-in-laws; Leona Huskey Kohn and Arthur O. Kohn
Sr. of Santa Fe, Texas, Francina and Sovola L. Huskey Jr. of , Alleyton, Texas; Nephews; Ernest Sanchez Jr. and
wife Sharon, Arthur O. Kohn Jr. and wife Mara, Timothy R. Kohn and wife Pamela, Mark S. Kohn, Keith H. Huskey
and wife Rhonda. Nieces Linda Sanchez, Rosary Sanchez, Marietta Huskey Frazier and husband Don, Marla
Holmes and husband Bruce, Vicky Barker, and numerous great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Donald Gavin, Timothy R. Kohn, Johnny Shaw, Travis Shipley, Michael Slabbaert, and John
Tunnell. Honorary Pallbearers; Ronald L. Blasé, Nicholas A. Deaton, William Alex Purdy (Poncho), Arthur O. Kohn
Sr., Arthur O. Kohn Jr, Mark S. Kohn, Sovola L. Huskey Jr., Keith H. Huskey, and Billy Praker.
Friends may sign the register book at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. In lieu of flowers, Raymond
requested condolences be sent to an account at Coastal Community Federal Credit Union in the Name of his
wife Betty Davis and Grand Daughter Ashleigh Blasé, so that his wife will be taken care of and his granddaughter
can continue her college education.
Raymond Dallas Davis, Jr. age 81 of Galveston died Saturday, March 13, 2010 at Christus St. John Hospital in
Nassau Bay. Funeral services are 10:00 am Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Burial
will follow at Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The
family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Monday with a wake to be held at 7:
00pm.
Raymond was born April 26, 1928 in Galveston to Dallas Raymond Davis and Mary Elizabeth Almanza Davis. He
retired from Galveston Blue Print Company with 28 years of service and then from the City of Galveston Housing
Department with 17 years of service. Raymond was a Korean War Veteran. He was active for many years in,
Little League, Pony League and Mickey Mantle –Connie Mack Baseball League in Galveston for more than 30
years. He was a member of the Local VFW and American Legion Associations. Raymond was an active
outdoorsman from shrimping with his father-in-law, fishing with friends and family, oystering, and seining in the
gulf to deer hunting. He was always right there to go do any of these things as early as 3 am in the morning.
Preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Roy Johnson, brother Ernest Sanchez Sr., sister-in-law Rosalie
Sanchez, nephew Joe Roy Sanchez, brother-in-law Deward Barker, father-in-law Sovola L. Huskey Sr., mother-in-
law Nora Roberta Huskey. Raymond is survived by his wife of fifty years, Betty Joyce Huskey Davis, daughter,
Stephaine Davis Blasé, son–in –law Ronald L. Blasé and granddaughter Ashleigh K. Blasé all of Galveston;
sister–Caroline Barker of Cleburne, Texas, sister and brother-in-laws; Leona Huskey Kohn and Arthur O. Kohn
Sr. of Santa Fe, Texas, Francina and Sovola L. Huskey Jr. of , Alleyton, Texas; Nephews; Ernest Sanchez Jr. and
wife Sharon, Arthur O. Kohn Jr. and wife Mara, Timothy R. Kohn and wife Pamela, Mark S. Kohn, Keith H. Huskey
and wife Rhonda. Nieces Linda Sanchez, Rosary Sanchez, Marietta Huskey Frazier and husband Don, Marla
Holmes and husband Bruce, Vicky Barker, and numerous great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Donald Gavin, Timothy R. Kohn, Johnny Shaw, Travis Shipley, Michael Slabbaert, and John
Tunnell. Honorary Pallbearers; Ronald L. Blasé, Nicholas A. Deaton, William Alex Purdy (Poncho), Arthur O. Kohn
Sr., Arthur O. Kohn Jr, Mark S. Kohn, Sovola L. Huskey Jr., Keith H. Huskey, and Billy Praker.
Friends may sign the register book at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. In lieu of flowers, Raymond
requested condolences be sent to an account at Coastal Community Federal Credit Union in the Name of his
wife Betty Davis and Grand Daughter Ashleigh Blasé, so that his wife will be taken care of and his granddaughter
can continue her college education.
Manuel Rodriguez
GALVESTON: Manuel T. Rodriguez, Sr. age 94 of Galveston died Thursday, March 11, 2010 at John Sealy
Hospital in Galveston. Funeral Mass is 10:00 am Monday, March 15, 2010 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Father
E.J. Stein, OFM celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm
on Sunday with a rosary to be recited at 7:00pm.
Born June 17, 1915 in Cerritos, San Luis Potosi, Mexico to Jacinto Rodriguez and Valeriana Torres Rodriguez,
Manuel retired from the Moody Cotton Compress in Galveston with over 30 years of service. After many years at
age 85 Manuel became a U. S. Citizen, something he was very proud of. He was a great husband and father who
spent his retirement years with his family and teaching his grandchildren. He was an avid Houston Astros Fan
and a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church family.
Preceded in death by his parents and wife of 57 years, Juana Rodriguez, survivors include daughters, Lazara
Rodriguez of Cerritos, Mexico, Irma Trevino and husband Raymond, Jr. of Galveston, and Oralia Frailey and
husband Scott of Friendswood; sons, Ruben Rodriguez and wife Rosa of San Luis Potosi, Mexico, Jose Angel
Rodriguez, Sr. and wife Margarita of Houston, Manuel L. Rodriguez, Jr. and wife Esther of League City, Jacinto
Rodriguez and wife Juanita of Houston, Hector Rodriguez of Galveston and Robert Rodriguez and wife Lilia of La
Marque; 26 grandchildren, numerous great and great-great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are his grandsons, Raymond Trevino, III, Manuel Rodriguez, III, Robert A. Rodriguez, Jose Angel
Rodriguez, Jr., Benjamin Rodriguez and Rick Rodriguez. Honorary pallbearers are Ignacio Alcala, David Trevino,
Nicholas Alcala, Daniel “Danny” Alcala, US Coast Guard, Christopher Frailey and Matthew Frailey.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Rodriguez name.
GALVESTON: Manuel T. Rodriguez, Sr. age 94 of Galveston died Thursday, March 11, 2010 at John Sealy
Hospital in Galveston. Funeral Mass is 10:00 am Monday, March 15, 2010 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Father
E.J. Stein, OFM celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm
on Sunday with a rosary to be recited at 7:00pm.
Born June 17, 1915 in Cerritos, San Luis Potosi, Mexico to Jacinto Rodriguez and Valeriana Torres Rodriguez,
Manuel retired from the Moody Cotton Compress in Galveston with over 30 years of service. After many years at
age 85 Manuel became a U. S. Citizen, something he was very proud of. He was a great husband and father who
spent his retirement years with his family and teaching his grandchildren. He was an avid Houston Astros Fan
and a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church family.
Preceded in death by his parents and wife of 57 years, Juana Rodriguez, survivors include daughters, Lazara
Rodriguez of Cerritos, Mexico, Irma Trevino and husband Raymond, Jr. of Galveston, and Oralia Frailey and
husband Scott of Friendswood; sons, Ruben Rodriguez and wife Rosa of San Luis Potosi, Mexico, Jose Angel
Rodriguez, Sr. and wife Margarita of Houston, Manuel L. Rodriguez, Jr. and wife Esther of League City, Jacinto
Rodriguez and wife Juanita of Houston, Hector Rodriguez of Galveston and Robert Rodriguez and wife Lilia of La
Marque; 26 grandchildren, numerous great and great-great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are his grandsons, Raymond Trevino, III, Manuel Rodriguez, III, Robert A. Rodriguez, Jose Angel
Rodriguez, Jr., Benjamin Rodriguez and Rick Rodriguez. Honorary pallbearers are Ignacio Alcala, David Trevino,
Nicholas Alcala, Daniel “Danny” Alcala, US Coast Guard, Christopher Frailey and Matthew Frailey.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Rodriguez name.
Fay Bennett
Galveston - Delia Fay Alford Bennett, member of the Greatest Generation, was born August 17th, and met her
Savior face to face April 5, 2010 while at her home in Galveston. Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Friday,
April 9, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont, in Galveston, Dr. Ray Meador and Dr. Grayson
Glass officiating. Visitation will be held 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm Thursday, April 8, 2010, at the funeral home.
After her birth in Coldwater, Kansas Fay moved with her family to Portales, New Mexico due to the depression.
She accepted Christ as her Savior at a young age. Her senior year of High School she was homecoming queen
and after graduation started working as a secretary for a dairy in Portales. She met the love of her life, Vernon
Eugene Bennett at a party but had to wait four years to marry due to World War II. On June 4, 1945 she married
Lt. Col. Bennett and they settled in Galveston where Vernon was employed with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
while Fay was employed with American National. On December 23, 1945 they joined First Baptist Church,
Galveston and remained members except for a short stint worshipping with the precious members of West End
Baptist. On Groundhog’s Day her son, Daniel Vernon was born who became an Emergency Room Physician
and preceded her in death. Two days before Thanksgiving her daughter, Janice Kay was born. She and her
husband Dennis Fassetta live in Austin where she works as a Lactation Consultant.
Fay loved and blessed her grandchildren, Daniel Adam Bennett and wife Tenele of Garden Grove, CA, Lane
Bethany Jacobsen and husband Alex, Bennett James Fassetta, John Dennis Fassetta, and Luke Job Jameson
Fassetta, all of Austin.
Through the years she enjoyed being a member of the Texas A&M Mother’s Club and volunteering at First
Baptist where working with the families of Friendship, International being one of her favorite activities.
Friendship is an organization of men and women who work with people from other countries who would like to
learn English and how to live in a different culture. She loved helping these women and sharing Christ. She
also loved sharing Christ with everyone she met and never left home without the booklet “Would you believe?” in
her purse. A special thanks to her church family at First Baptist. Fay loved you more than words can express.
Pallbearers are Dennis Fassetta, Ben Fassetta, John Fassetta, Luke Fassetta, and members of the Deacon
Board of First Baptist Church.
Memorial contributions may be sent to First Baptist Church, 822 Tremont Street, Galveston, Texas, 77550.
Friends may sign the register book and send condolences to the family at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Galveston - Delia Fay Alford Bennett, member of the Greatest Generation, was born August 17th, and met her
Savior face to face April 5, 2010 while at her home in Galveston. Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Friday,
April 9, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont, in Galveston, Dr. Ray Meador and Dr. Grayson
Glass officiating. Visitation will be held 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm Thursday, April 8, 2010, at the funeral home.
After her birth in Coldwater, Kansas Fay moved with her family to Portales, New Mexico due to the depression.
She accepted Christ as her Savior at a young age. Her senior year of High School she was homecoming queen
and after graduation started working as a secretary for a dairy in Portales. She met the love of her life, Vernon
Eugene Bennett at a party but had to wait four years to marry due to World War II. On June 4, 1945 she married
Lt. Col. Bennett and they settled in Galveston where Vernon was employed with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
while Fay was employed with American National. On December 23, 1945 they joined First Baptist Church,
Galveston and remained members except for a short stint worshipping with the precious members of West End
Baptist. On Groundhog’s Day her son, Daniel Vernon was born who became an Emergency Room Physician
and preceded her in death. Two days before Thanksgiving her daughter, Janice Kay was born. She and her
husband Dennis Fassetta live in Austin where she works as a Lactation Consultant.
Fay loved and blessed her grandchildren, Daniel Adam Bennett and wife Tenele of Garden Grove, CA, Lane
Bethany Jacobsen and husband Alex, Bennett James Fassetta, John Dennis Fassetta, and Luke Job Jameson
Fassetta, all of Austin.
Through the years she enjoyed being a member of the Texas A&M Mother’s Club and volunteering at First
Baptist where working with the families of Friendship, International being one of her favorite activities.
Friendship is an organization of men and women who work with people from other countries who would like to
learn English and how to live in a different culture. She loved helping these women and sharing Christ. She
also loved sharing Christ with everyone she met and never left home without the booklet “Would you believe?” in
her purse. A special thanks to her church family at First Baptist. Fay loved you more than words can express.
Pallbearers are Dennis Fassetta, Ben Fassetta, John Fassetta, Luke Fassetta, and members of the Deacon
Board of First Baptist Church.
Memorial contributions may be sent to First Baptist Church, 822 Tremont Street, Galveston, Texas, 77550.
Friends may sign the register book and send condolences to the family at www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus.
Frances Pauline Breaux
GALVESTON: Frances Pauline Breaux 88 of Dallas formerly of Galveston’s Edgewater
Retirement Community died Thursday, April 8, 2010 at her residence in Dallas. Funeral services
are 10:00 am Saturday, April 10, 2010 at Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church in
Galveston, Reverend Ray Pinard and Reverend Waverly Reames officiating. Burial will follow at
Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of
Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 pm until 8:00
pm.
Frances Pauline Dold Breaux was born February 24, 1922 in Houston, Texas, to Addison
Jackson Dold and Winnie Belle Graham Dold. She graduated in1939 from Mirabeau B. Lamar
High School in Houston, and attended the University of Houston. She moved to Galveston in
1955 where she worked for American National Insurance Company. She retired on September
16, 1992 on the 35th anniversary of the day she began working there.
She was a member of Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church, the Agape Sunday
School Class, the Pioneer Club, and the Moody House Auxiliary.
Frances was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bernard Breaux, Sr., her sister
Libby Lee Hale, and her brother Addison Jackson Dold, Jr.
Survivors include her daughter Cheryl Reames and husband Reverend Waverly Reames of
Winchester, Virginia, son Dr. Paul Wallace and wife Lynn Wallace of Dallas, Texas, grandsons
Matthew Reames of Canterbury, England, and Andrew Reames and wife Lauren Reames of
Paeonian Springs, Virginia, granddaughters, Joi Binion and husband Joe Binion of Katy, Texas,
and Anna Parson of Dallas, Texas, step-sons and wives Sonny and Deanie Breaux, Bill Breaux,
and Allen and Margie Breaux, several nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Breaux name.
GALVESTON: Frances Pauline Breaux 88 of Dallas formerly of Galveston’s Edgewater
Retirement Community died Thursday, April 8, 2010 at her residence in Dallas. Funeral services
are 10:00 am Saturday, April 10, 2010 at Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church in
Galveston, Reverend Ray Pinard and Reverend Waverly Reames officiating. Burial will follow at
Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of
Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 pm until 8:00
pm.
Frances Pauline Dold Breaux was born February 24, 1922 in Houston, Texas, to Addison
Jackson Dold and Winnie Belle Graham Dold. She graduated in1939 from Mirabeau B. Lamar
High School in Houston, and attended the University of Houston. She moved to Galveston in
1955 where she worked for American National Insurance Company. She retired on September
16, 1992 on the 35th anniversary of the day she began working there.
She was a member of Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church, the Agape Sunday
School Class, the Pioneer Club, and the Moody House Auxiliary.
Frances was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bernard Breaux, Sr., her sister
Libby Lee Hale, and her brother Addison Jackson Dold, Jr.
Survivors include her daughter Cheryl Reames and husband Reverend Waverly Reames of
Winchester, Virginia, son Dr. Paul Wallace and wife Lynn Wallace of Dallas, Texas, grandsons
Matthew Reames of Canterbury, England, and Andrew Reames and wife Lauren Reames of
Paeonian Springs, Virginia, granddaughters, Joi Binion and husband Joe Binion of Katy, Texas,
and Anna Parson of Dallas, Texas, step-sons and wives Sonny and Deanie Breaux, Bill Breaux,
and Allen and Margie Breaux, several nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Breaux name.
James E. Veltman, Jr.
GALVESTON James E. Veltman, Jr. age 80 of Galveston passed away while surrounded by his devoted
family, Friday, April 9, 2010 at his residence in Galveston. Memorial services are11:00 am Tuesday, April 13,
2010 at Mary Star of the Sea 16626 San Luis Pass Road (FM 3005) in Galveston 77554, Father E.J. Stein, OFM
and Deacon Sam Delolio officiating. A reception will follow at the Galveston Country Club 14228 Stewart Road
in Galveston 77554. Arrangements are under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston.
Jim was born August 8, 1929 in San Antonio to James and Erin Veltman. He married the love of his life, Jo Ann
High who gave him 4 wonderful children. Jim attended Central Catholic High School and St. Mary’s University
in San Antonio where he was a stellar athlete. Spurning Professional offers from the Celtics in Basketball, the
Dodgers in Baseball, and an offer from Brunswick to enter the Pro Bowling Tour, he started raising his family
while working for the City Public Service after earning a degree in Business. Later he was a Regional Sales
Representative in the Commercial division of the Calgon Corporation located in Houston. As his family
matured, he decided on being close to the water in Galveston and began his own Contracting business.
Preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Linda Veltman, survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Jo
Ann Veltman, James Veltman of Bryan , Texas, Terry Veltman of Galveston, and daughter, Lisa Councilman
and husband John of Crested Butte, Colorado; 3 wonderful granddaughters, Kelli, Kerri and Kaitlin
Councilman; sisters, Mary Ann Tassos of San Antonio, Kitty Sebera of Fredericksburg, Texas; brother, Pat
Veltman and wife Judy of Pass Christian, Mississippi; special friends, Hank and Cy Eilers of Galveston; a host
of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.
Honorary pallbearers are sons, James and Terry Veltman, also serving are James Quigley, Hank Eilers, Leo
Gabriel, Jeffrey Green and son in law, John Councilman.
Jim died like he lived being your best friend and worrying about how he could help. In death he chose to help
by donating his body to Science. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Hospice Care Team, 1708
Amburn Road Suite C Texas City, Texas 77591 or the charity of your choice.
Friends may sign the register book or send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Veltman name.
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GALVESTON James E. Veltman, Jr. age 80 of Galveston passed away while surrounded by his devoted
family, Friday, April 9, 2010 at his residence in Galveston. Memorial services are11:00 am Tuesday, April 13,
2010 at Mary Star of the Sea 16626 San Luis Pass Road (FM 3005) in Galveston 77554, Father E.J. Stein, OFM
and Deacon Sam Delolio officiating. A reception will follow at the Galveston Country Club 14228 Stewart Road
in Galveston 77554. Arrangements are under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston.
Jim was born August 8, 1929 in San Antonio to James and Erin Veltman. He married the love of his life, Jo Ann
High who gave him 4 wonderful children. Jim attended Central Catholic High School and St. Mary’s University
in San Antonio where he was a stellar athlete. Spurning Professional offers from the Celtics in Basketball, the
Dodgers in Baseball, and an offer from Brunswick to enter the Pro Bowling Tour, he started raising his family
while working for the City Public Service after earning a degree in Business. Later he was a Regional Sales
Representative in the Commercial division of the Calgon Corporation located in Houston. As his family
matured, he decided on being close to the water in Galveston and began his own Contracting business.
Preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Linda Veltman, survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Jo
Ann Veltman, James Veltman of Bryan , Texas, Terry Veltman of Galveston, and daughter, Lisa Councilman
and husband John of Crested Butte, Colorado; 3 wonderful granddaughters, Kelli, Kerri and Kaitlin
Councilman; sisters, Mary Ann Tassos of San Antonio, Kitty Sebera of Fredericksburg, Texas; brother, Pat
Veltman and wife Judy of Pass Christian, Mississippi; special friends, Hank and Cy Eilers of Galveston; a host
of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.
Honorary pallbearers are sons, James and Terry Veltman, also serving are James Quigley, Hank Eilers, Leo
Gabriel, Jeffrey Green and son in law, John Councilman.
Jim died like he lived being your best friend and worrying about how he could help. In death he chose to help
by donating his body to Science. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Hospice Care Team, 1708
Amburn Road Suite C Texas City, Texas 77591 or the charity of your choice.
Friends may sign the register book or send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Veltman name.
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Dr. Abraham W. Hsie
GALVESTON: Dr. Abraham Hsie age 70 of Galveston died Saturday, April 10, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Funeral services are 11:00 am Thursday, April 15, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in
Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Wednesday
where a reception will be held.
Dr. Hsie was born March 3, 1940 in Hsinwu, Taiwan to Gong Wie Hsie and Main Lin Drawng Hsie. He was a
longtime Microbiology Professor at UTMB retiring in 1999. He was a regular at the UTMB Field house where
he would work out and inspire many friends to accomplish all they could. He was a generous man who
enjoyed helping people. Dr. Hsie was a member of many professional organizations including numerous
leading scientific editorial and advisory boards. He was very proud to be a distinguished Alumnus at Indiana
University where he earned his PhD. He continued his post doctoral studies at the University of Colorado. He
was the Group Leader of Genetic Toxicology at the Oak Ridge National Laboratories from 1973 until 1988
when he joined UTMB. Dr. Hsie was a Professor of Preventative Medicine and Community Health, at UTMB
with his field being Genetic Toxicology, from 1988 until his retirement in 1999. He was regularly listed in the
Who’s Who in America for many years.
Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Mayphoon Hsie of Galveston; son, Marvin Hsie and wife Carla of
Scott AFB, Illinois; daughter, Dora Hsie-Hilty and husband Jay of Denver, Colorado; grandsons, Caelen and
Finn Hilty; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends and professional colleagues.
The family would like to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Russell LaForte, Dr. O. Adam, Dr. Hsie’s physical
and occupational therapist Kimberly and Denise, the tremendous staff at UTMB ER and ICU for their
compassion and concern for Dr. Hsie during his illness.
Memorials may be sent to the University of Indiana Alumni Association for research in Dr. Hsie’s name. IU
Foundation Post Office Box 500 Bloomington, IN 47402.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Hsie name.
GALVESTON: Dr. Abraham Hsie age 70 of Galveston died Saturday, April 10, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Funeral services are 11:00 am Thursday, April 15, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in
Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Wednesday
where a reception will be held.
Dr. Hsie was born March 3, 1940 in Hsinwu, Taiwan to Gong Wie Hsie and Main Lin Drawng Hsie. He was a
longtime Microbiology Professor at UTMB retiring in 1999. He was a regular at the UTMB Field house where
he would work out and inspire many friends to accomplish all they could. He was a generous man who
enjoyed helping people. Dr. Hsie was a member of many professional organizations including numerous
leading scientific editorial and advisory boards. He was very proud to be a distinguished Alumnus at Indiana
University where he earned his PhD. He continued his post doctoral studies at the University of Colorado. He
was the Group Leader of Genetic Toxicology at the Oak Ridge National Laboratories from 1973 until 1988
when he joined UTMB. Dr. Hsie was a Professor of Preventative Medicine and Community Health, at UTMB
with his field being Genetic Toxicology, from 1988 until his retirement in 1999. He was regularly listed in the
Who’s Who in America for many years.
Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Mayphoon Hsie of Galveston; son, Marvin Hsie and wife Carla of
Scott AFB, Illinois; daughter, Dora Hsie-Hilty and husband Jay of Denver, Colorado; grandsons, Caelen and
Finn Hilty; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends and professional colleagues.
The family would like to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Russell LaForte, Dr. O. Adam, Dr. Hsie’s physical
and occupational therapist Kimberly and Denise, the tremendous staff at UTMB ER and ICU for their
compassion and concern for Dr. Hsie during his illness.
Memorials may be sent to the University of Indiana Alumni Association for research in Dr. Hsie’s name. IU
Foundation Post Office Box 500 Bloomington, IN 47402.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Hsie name.
Percy A. DeJean
GALVESTON: Percy A. DeJean age 90 of Galveston passed from this earthly existence into eternal life 5:25
am, Saturday, April 10, 2010 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Katy, Texas. Funeral services are 10:00 am
Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston, Father E. J. Stein OFM, officiating.
Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston. Visitors may call at the funeral home on Tuesday,
April 13, 2010 from 5:00pm until 8:00 pm.
Percy was born May 31, 1919 and was Baptized into the Catholic Church on July 4, 1919 in Church Point,
Louisiana. He spent most of his career making lifelong friends and managing various departments for Sears
Roebuck in Galveston and retired from there in 1991. Percy was a kind and gentle soul who loved God, the
Catholic Church, his family and friends. He wished peace and happiness to all who read this notice.
He was preceded in death by his parents Alcee and Bathilda (David) DeJean, his beloved wife Gladys (Glaze)
DeJean and eight brothers and sisters. He is survived by several loving nieces and nephews, good
neighbors and many old friends. Through the tragedy named Hurricane IKE, Percy lost his home, but gained
a new extended family at the Katyville Nursing Facility in Katy Texas, for which his family and friends are
grateful beyond words.
Percy and his family ask that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to St. Patrick Catholic Church in
Galveston, where Percy attended until he was no longer able.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the DeJean name.
GALVESTON: Percy A. DeJean age 90 of Galveston passed from this earthly existence into eternal life 5:25
am, Saturday, April 10, 2010 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Katy, Texas. Funeral services are 10:00 am
Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston, Father E. J. Stein OFM, officiating.
Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston. Visitors may call at the funeral home on Tuesday,
April 13, 2010 from 5:00pm until 8:00 pm.
Percy was born May 31, 1919 and was Baptized into the Catholic Church on July 4, 1919 in Church Point,
Louisiana. He spent most of his career making lifelong friends and managing various departments for Sears
Roebuck in Galveston and retired from there in 1991. Percy was a kind and gentle soul who loved God, the
Catholic Church, his family and friends. He wished peace and happiness to all who read this notice.
He was preceded in death by his parents Alcee and Bathilda (David) DeJean, his beloved wife Gladys (Glaze)
DeJean and eight brothers and sisters. He is survived by several loving nieces and nephews, good
neighbors and many old friends. Through the tragedy named Hurricane IKE, Percy lost his home, but gained
a new extended family at the Katyville Nursing Facility in Katy Texas, for which his family and friends are
grateful beyond words.
Percy and his family ask that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to St. Patrick Catholic Church in
Galveston, where Percy attended until he was no longer able.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the DeJean name.
Sarah Ann Rainey
GALVESTON Sarah Ann Rainey age 59, of Galveston passed away Monday, April 19, 2010 at her residence
in Galveston. Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, April 24, 2010 at University Baptist Church in
Galveston with the Rev. Dr. Billy Graff officiating. Interment will follow at Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock
under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 5:00 pm
to 8:00 pm on Friday.
Sarah was born June 9, 1950 in Galveston to Owen Valentine Rainey and Martha Vera Hays Rainey. She was
a 1968 graduate of Garland High School. She then graduated from the Dallas County Jr. College District
where she also was employed in the Personnel department. She was employed by UTMB as a staff
coordinator for the past 5 years. Sarah was a loving and devoted sister and aunt. She was a very dedicated
and devoted children’s minister at several area Baptist Churches. She taught children’s Sunday School,
worked in Vacation Bible School and had an excellent AWANS Program teaching many children the word of
God. She loved her church and her church family at First Baptist, Immanuel Baptist and most recently at
University Baptist Church in Galveston. Her love of God was passed on to many children and their families by
the living example she set in her life. One of her fondest memories was working with Samaritans Purse in
bringing a young Iraqi girl to Galveston for burn treatment during the Gulf War. Sarah was truly loved by all.
Preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Thomas Owen Rainey and John Edward Rainey, survivors
include, her sister, Nancy Claire Beaman; brothers, Reginald David Rainey both of Galveston and Robert Lee
Rainey of Fort Worth; a niece that was more like a sister and best friend, Carol Lynn Harkins of Aztec, New
Mexico; and numerous other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers will be Raju Samuel, Nick Einecke, Bill Stephenson, George Letsos, Loronze King, and Michael
Schlarbaum.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Rainey name.
GALVESTON Sarah Ann Rainey age 59, of Galveston passed away Monday, April 19, 2010 at her residence
in Galveston. Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, April 24, 2010 at University Baptist Church in
Galveston with the Rev. Dr. Billy Graff officiating. Interment will follow at Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock
under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 5:00 pm
to 8:00 pm on Friday.
Sarah was born June 9, 1950 in Galveston to Owen Valentine Rainey and Martha Vera Hays Rainey. She was
a 1968 graduate of Garland High School. She then graduated from the Dallas County Jr. College District
where she also was employed in the Personnel department. She was employed by UTMB as a staff
coordinator for the past 5 years. Sarah was a loving and devoted sister and aunt. She was a very dedicated
and devoted children’s minister at several area Baptist Churches. She taught children’s Sunday School,
worked in Vacation Bible School and had an excellent AWANS Program teaching many children the word of
God. She loved her church and her church family at First Baptist, Immanuel Baptist and most recently at
University Baptist Church in Galveston. Her love of God was passed on to many children and their families by
the living example she set in her life. One of her fondest memories was working with Samaritans Purse in
bringing a young Iraqi girl to Galveston for burn treatment during the Gulf War. Sarah was truly loved by all.
Preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Thomas Owen Rainey and John Edward Rainey, survivors
include, her sister, Nancy Claire Beaman; brothers, Reginald David Rainey both of Galveston and Robert Lee
Rainey of Fort Worth; a niece that was more like a sister and best friend, Carol Lynn Harkins of Aztec, New
Mexico; and numerous other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers will be Raju Samuel, Nick Einecke, Bill Stephenson, George Letsos, Loronze King, and Michael
Schlarbaum.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Rainey name.
Derlis Pena Salinas, Sr.
GALVESTON Derlis Pena Salinas, Sr. age 86, of Galveston passed away Saturday, April 24, 2010 at Gulf
Health Care Center in Galveston. Funeral Mass will be held 12:00 noon Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at St.
Patrick Catholic Church in Galveston, Father E.J. Stein, OFM celebrant. Interment will follow at Lakeview
Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held at the
funeral home from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, with a rosary and prayer vigil to be held at 6:30pm.
Mr. Salinas was born March 25, 1924 in La Hacienda De Guadalupe, N.L., Mexico to Felipe Salinas and
Torivia Pena Salinas. He was employed for over 30 years by the Port of Galveston where he worked on the
railroad. He was a family man and a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.
Preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Sylvia Salinas and brothers, Delio Salinas and Juan “Chenito”
Salinas; survivors include his loving wife of 64 years, Maria Elena Salinas of Galveston; daughter, Maria
Lenora Gonzales of Fort Smith, Arkansas; sons, Jose Ruben Salinas of Galveston, and Derlis Salinas, Jr. of
Houston; sisters, Elida Salinas of Valle Hermoso, Mexico and Elodia Alvarado of Monterrey, Mexico; brother,
Felipe “Nino” Salinas and wife Mine of Galveston; brother-in-law, Santos Salinas of Texas City; sister-in-law,
Rosa Mata of Texas City; 7 grandchildren, Trey Salinas of Austin, Donald Salinas of Galveston, David
Gonzales of Dallas, Sgt. Gabriel Zavala, USMC, Afghanistan, Cherika White of Pearland, Lenora Baker of
Pasadena, and Andrea Tomek of Dallas; 11 great grandchildren, 1 great-great granddaughter; and
numerous other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers will be Trey Salinas, Donald Salinas, David Gonzales, Frank Baker, Tommy White, and George
Tomek.
Memorials may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association P.O. Box 96011 Washington, DC 20090-6011.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Salinas name.
GALVESTON Derlis Pena Salinas, Sr. age 86, of Galveston passed away Saturday, April 24, 2010 at Gulf
Health Care Center in Galveston. Funeral Mass will be held 12:00 noon Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at St.
Patrick Catholic Church in Galveston, Father E.J. Stein, OFM celebrant. Interment will follow at Lakeview
Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held at the
funeral home from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, with a rosary and prayer vigil to be held at 6:30pm.
Mr. Salinas was born March 25, 1924 in La Hacienda De Guadalupe, N.L., Mexico to Felipe Salinas and
Torivia Pena Salinas. He was employed for over 30 years by the Port of Galveston where he worked on the
railroad. He was a family man and a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.
Preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Sylvia Salinas and brothers, Delio Salinas and Juan “Chenito”
Salinas; survivors include his loving wife of 64 years, Maria Elena Salinas of Galveston; daughter, Maria
Lenora Gonzales of Fort Smith, Arkansas; sons, Jose Ruben Salinas of Galveston, and Derlis Salinas, Jr. of
Houston; sisters, Elida Salinas of Valle Hermoso, Mexico and Elodia Alvarado of Monterrey, Mexico; brother,
Felipe “Nino” Salinas and wife Mine of Galveston; brother-in-law, Santos Salinas of Texas City; sister-in-law,
Rosa Mata of Texas City; 7 grandchildren, Trey Salinas of Austin, Donald Salinas of Galveston, David
Gonzales of Dallas, Sgt. Gabriel Zavala, USMC, Afghanistan, Cherika White of Pearland, Lenora Baker of
Pasadena, and Andrea Tomek of Dallas; 11 great grandchildren, 1 great-great granddaughter; and
numerous other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers will be Trey Salinas, Donald Salinas, David Gonzales, Frank Baker, Tommy White, and George
Tomek.
Memorials may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association P.O. Box 96011 Washington, DC 20090-6011.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Salinas name.
Danny Wade Doherty
GALVESTON: Danny Wade Doherty 54 of Galveston died Saturday, May 1, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Funeral services will be held 10 A.M. Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
in Galveston. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston. Visitation will be held from 5 PM to 8 PM on
Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at the funeral home, where an Elk’s Memorial Service will be held at 6:30pm and a
prayer service at 7:00pm.
Danny was born March 3, 1956 in Galveston where he grew up and lived his entire life and was a Firefighter
and Driver for the Galveston Fire Department and retired after 28 years of service. Danny was also Owner-
Operator of the Alabama Lounge for 16 years and a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks #
126 for many years. He was a kind and loving person with a big heart. He treasured the time he spent with
his grandchildren. Danny was a wonderful father to his children, uncle to his nieces and nephews, and a
wonderful brother to his sister and brothers. He loved being around all of his friends at the Alabama,
especially his “Road Dogs”, Butch Powell, Phillip Yeager, Manny Gonzalez, George Tavarez, Philip Urbina,
Bobby Doherty, Frank Vargas, Clifford Harris and Rey Soto. He truly loved being a firefighter like his father
and grandfather. Danny will be missed by everyone.
Danny was preceded in death by his parents George and Betty Jo Doherty; a brother, George P. Doherty, Jr.,
grandparents, James and Mary Mitchell and Patrick and Helen Doherty; and 3 grandchildren. Survivors
include 2 sons, Carl Anthony Perry and wife Beth, and Robert Allen Perry; three daughters, Terri Lynn Miller
and Robert, Crystal Lynn Jackson and husband Norman and Brittney Proctor and husband Mark; sister,
Donna Vargas and husband Frank; brothers John Patrick Doherty and Cathy and Robert W. Doherty; 10
grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and many many friends.
Pallbearers will be Mike Varela, Sr., Jens Jensen, Sr., Sisto Trigg, Danny Weber, Sr., John Deslauries, Scott
Smith, Harrison Johnson and John Ovalle. Honorary Pallbearers will be Albert Trevino, Philip Urbina, George
Tavarez, Butch Powell, Phillip Yeager, Bill May, Rey Soto, Ricky Benavidez, Bruce Kahla, Amado Lopez, and
Benny Garza.
The family would like to give special thanks to the staff of UTMB MICU and The Emergency Room, the
Galveston EMS and the Galveston Fire Department for their special care and attention given to Danny during
his extended illness.
Friends may sign the register book at www.carnesbrothers.com/contact us. Please include the Doherty
name.
GALVESTON: Danny Wade Doherty 54 of Galveston died Saturday, May 1, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital in
Galveston. Funeral services will be held 10 A.M. Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
in Galveston. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston. Visitation will be held from 5 PM to 8 PM on
Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at the funeral home, where an Elk’s Memorial Service will be held at 6:30pm and a
prayer service at 7:00pm.
Danny was born March 3, 1956 in Galveston where he grew up and lived his entire life and was a Firefighter
and Driver for the Galveston Fire Department and retired after 28 years of service. Danny was also Owner-
Operator of the Alabama Lounge for 16 years and a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks #
126 for many years. He was a kind and loving person with a big heart. He treasured the time he spent with
his grandchildren. Danny was a wonderful father to his children, uncle to his nieces and nephews, and a
wonderful brother to his sister and brothers. He loved being around all of his friends at the Alabama,
especially his “Road Dogs”, Butch Powell, Phillip Yeager, Manny Gonzalez, George Tavarez, Philip Urbina,
Bobby Doherty, Frank Vargas, Clifford Harris and Rey Soto. He truly loved being a firefighter like his father
and grandfather. Danny will be missed by everyone.
Danny was preceded in death by his parents George and Betty Jo Doherty; a brother, George P. Doherty, Jr.,
grandparents, James and Mary Mitchell and Patrick and Helen Doherty; and 3 grandchildren. Survivors
include 2 sons, Carl Anthony Perry and wife Beth, and Robert Allen Perry; three daughters, Terri Lynn Miller
and Robert, Crystal Lynn Jackson and husband Norman and Brittney Proctor and husband Mark; sister,
Donna Vargas and husband Frank; brothers John Patrick Doherty and Cathy and Robert W. Doherty; 10
grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and many many friends.
Pallbearers will be Mike Varela, Sr., Jens Jensen, Sr., Sisto Trigg, Danny Weber, Sr., John Deslauries, Scott
Smith, Harrison Johnson and John Ovalle. Honorary Pallbearers will be Albert Trevino, Philip Urbina, George
Tavarez, Butch Powell, Phillip Yeager, Bill May, Rey Soto, Ricky Benavidez, Bruce Kahla, Amado Lopez, and
Benny Garza.
The family would like to give special thanks to the staff of UTMB MICU and The Emergency Room, the
Galveston EMS and the Galveston Fire Department for their special care and attention given to Danny during
his extended illness.
Friends may sign the register book at www.carnesbrothers.com/contact us. Please include the Doherty
name.
Joseph Dee Habib, Jr.
GALVESTON: Joseph Dee Habib, Jr. age 60 of Galveston died Thursday, April 29, 2010 surrounded by his
loving family while at his residence in Galveston. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, May 8, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston with the Reverend Michael Scalora
officiating.
Joe was born November 18, 1949 in Galveston, Texas to Joseph Dee Habib, Sr. and Be Ann Grubbs Habib.
He was an altar boy at St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica where he also attended elementary school; he then
attended Kirwin High and was a 1968 graduate of Ball High School. He went to Galveston College and the
University of Texas at Austin for several years and graduated from the Horne School of Drafting in Houston.
He married his sweetheart Mary Grace Plank in 1982 at Waimea Falls Park in Oahu, Hawaii. The couple
began their family in Galveston where Joe worked at Liberty Seafood from 1980 until 2000 when he began
building several well known eateries around Galveston. He was instrumental in the design and building of
Fisherman’s Wharf, Fish Tales, and his favorite The Spot. Joe was creative and had the ability to see things
before they were built. He was a great craftsman and builder. From 2000 until his health failed in 2010 Joe
was employed at the Galveston Yacht Service where he was Shipyard Supervisor. When Liberty Seafood
caught fire in the 1980’s he saved the life of the owner “Demos Caravageli” who was trapped on the second
floor. Once he even saved a lady on the docks who had a drug overdose. Habib means “Beloved” and Joe
was certainly loved by all. Joe and Mary loved to travel and see archeological sites, architecture, museums
and maritime structures. Together Joe and Mary traveled the world to exotic places like Egypt, Rome, Paris,
Amsterdam, London, and frequently cruised the world. In his younger days Joe was the President of
Treasure Isle Surf Club, and was the Galveston Citywide Bowling Champion.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents Joseph Dee Habib, Sr. and Be Ann Maskell, and a step sister,
Lena Whitfield. Survivors include his beloved wife of 27 years, Mary Grace Habib of Galveston; sons, Keith
Joseph Habib, and Alexander Tod Habib, brother, Tod Habib and wife Rebecca, step Mother, Mildred Habib
all of Galveston; step brother, Jimmy Porteous and wife Beth of Haleiwa, Hawaii; step sister, Melody Lopez
of San Marcus; sisters in law, Jean Cokins and husband Mike of Houston, Emily Cockerell, and Diane
Williams, both of Galveston; nieces, Jamie Porteous, Elaine Williams; nephews, Ale Porteous, Michael
Hansen, and Jason Welch and wife Dasha; great nieces, Sasha Welch and Jessica King; numerous other
relatives and many many friends.
In lieu of flowers friends may send memorials to help assist with the numerous medical expenditures to
Coastal Community Credit Union 2302 Church Galveston, Texas 77550.
The family would like to thank the Galveston Yacht Service and Marchi Travel for their continued support and
prayers during Joe’s illness. They would also like to thank Dr. Robert Wolff and Dr. Marco Perez and the staff
at M.D. Anderson Hospital, AMED Hospice Service especially H.L. Hill and Chaplain Michael Scalora.
Friends may sign the register book at www.carnesbrothers.com/contact us. Please include the Habib name.
GALVESTON: Joseph Dee Habib, Jr. age 60 of Galveston died Thursday, April 29, 2010 surrounded by his
loving family while at his residence in Galveston. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, May 8, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston with the Reverend Michael Scalora
officiating.
Joe was born November 18, 1949 in Galveston, Texas to Joseph Dee Habib, Sr. and Be Ann Grubbs Habib.
He was an altar boy at St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica where he also attended elementary school; he then
attended Kirwin High and was a 1968 graduate of Ball High School. He went to Galveston College and the
University of Texas at Austin for several years and graduated from the Horne School of Drafting in Houston.
He married his sweetheart Mary Grace Plank in 1982 at Waimea Falls Park in Oahu, Hawaii. The couple
began their family in Galveston where Joe worked at Liberty Seafood from 1980 until 2000 when he began
building several well known eateries around Galveston. He was instrumental in the design and building of
Fisherman’s Wharf, Fish Tales, and his favorite The Spot. Joe was creative and had the ability to see things
before they were built. He was a great craftsman and builder. From 2000 until his health failed in 2010 Joe
was employed at the Galveston Yacht Service where he was Shipyard Supervisor. When Liberty Seafood
caught fire in the 1980’s he saved the life of the owner “Demos Caravageli” who was trapped on the second
floor. Once he even saved a lady on the docks who had a drug overdose. Habib means “Beloved” and Joe
was certainly loved by all. Joe and Mary loved to travel and see archeological sites, architecture, museums
and maritime structures. Together Joe and Mary traveled the world to exotic places like Egypt, Rome, Paris,
Amsterdam, London, and frequently cruised the world. In his younger days Joe was the President of
Treasure Isle Surf Club, and was the Galveston Citywide Bowling Champion.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents Joseph Dee Habib, Sr. and Be Ann Maskell, and a step sister,
Lena Whitfield. Survivors include his beloved wife of 27 years, Mary Grace Habib of Galveston; sons, Keith
Joseph Habib, and Alexander Tod Habib, brother, Tod Habib and wife Rebecca, step Mother, Mildred Habib
all of Galveston; step brother, Jimmy Porteous and wife Beth of Haleiwa, Hawaii; step sister, Melody Lopez
of San Marcus; sisters in law, Jean Cokins and husband Mike of Houston, Emily Cockerell, and Diane
Williams, both of Galveston; nieces, Jamie Porteous, Elaine Williams; nephews, Ale Porteous, Michael
Hansen, and Jason Welch and wife Dasha; great nieces, Sasha Welch and Jessica King; numerous other
relatives and many many friends.
In lieu of flowers friends may send memorials to help assist with the numerous medical expenditures to
Coastal Community Credit Union 2302 Church Galveston, Texas 77550.
The family would like to thank the Galveston Yacht Service and Marchi Travel for their continued support and
prayers during Joe’s illness. They would also like to thank Dr. Robert Wolff and Dr. Marco Perez and the staff
at M.D. Anderson Hospital, AMED Hospice Service especially H.L. Hill and Chaplain Michael Scalora.
Friends may sign the register book at www.carnesbrothers.com/contact us. Please include the Habib name.
Jane Susanna Duffy Schlankey
GALVESTON: Jane Susanna Duffy Schlankey joined family and friends in heaven on Friday, April 30, 2010 at
John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Her passing is grieved by those of us who knew and loved her during her
long life. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, May 8, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church,
Father E. J. Stein, OFM celebrant. A reception will follow the service at 1611 Driftwood Lane in Galveston.
Born June 11, 1923, to Susanna Dolson Duffy and Hugh Duffy in Brooklyn, New York, Jane grew up in
Larchmont, New York. Her mother was originally from Galveston, so Jane made several trips to the island
to visit the Dolson clan and extended family. On one of those trips, Jane met Joe Schlankey. Ten years
later, the two met again in Galveston, and later married in New York. They made their home in Galveston,
raising a family and making many friends.
Jane became involved in the Varsity Club, the League of Women Voters, and attended St. Patrick's Catholic
Church. She and Joe joined the Bayou Club, remaining active members until the club was sold in the
1990s. It was in all of these settings that Jane made the friends that she remained close to all of her life.
Her sense of humor, her intelligence and her caring nature brought her the love and fun that she enjoyed
during her time here on earth.
Jane and Joe raised four children. Jane began attending St. Peter's Catholic Church from its inception, and
continued to play an active role in that church. She served on the pastoral council and in the choir; she acted
as a sponsor for a number of communicants in the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults; and she managed
rentals of St. Peter's Parish Hall. After experiencing breast cancer, Jane volunteered for the American
Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery Program, giving back what she had learned after her mastectomy.
For many years, Jane played bridge avidly several times a week. She enjoyed the game and enjoyed the
companionship of her bridge friends even more. She will be sorely missed by those with whom she played
and visited over the years.
After Joe's death in June 1990, Jane continued life with the same vitality, but without her best friend and
partner. It was this loss, and several bouts with cancer, that tested Jane in the coming years. Her faith, her
friends and her family, along with her own strength of character, carried her forward, allowing her to relish
her remaining years.
Jane leaves a grieving family, including brother Hugh Duffy of Vieques, Puerto Rico; daughter Joan Killebrew
and her husband Charley Killebrew of Galveston; son Patrick Schlankey of Galveston; daughter Margaret
Schlankey and her husband Bill Pugsley of Austin; and daughter Susanne DeJernett and her husband Eric
DeJernett of Austin; grandchildren Benjamin Hayes of Los Angeles, Jamie Hayes and wife Brooke Hayes of
Edmond, Oklahoma, Saralin Hayes of Houston, Hannah Schlankey of Galveston, and William Pugsley of
Austin; and great-grandchildren Presley, James and Georgia Hayes of Edmond, Oklahoma.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jane's name to The Salvation Army, Our Daily Bread of
Galveston, the Women's Crisis Center of Galveston, or the charity of your choice.
Friends may sign the register book at www.carnesbrothers.com/contact us. Please include the Schlankey
name.
GALVESTON: Jane Susanna Duffy Schlankey joined family and friends in heaven on Friday, April 30, 2010 at
John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Her passing is grieved by those of us who knew and loved her during her
long life. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, May 8, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church,
Father E. J. Stein, OFM celebrant. A reception will follow the service at 1611 Driftwood Lane in Galveston.
Born June 11, 1923, to Susanna Dolson Duffy and Hugh Duffy in Brooklyn, New York, Jane grew up in
Larchmont, New York. Her mother was originally from Galveston, so Jane made several trips to the island
to visit the Dolson clan and extended family. On one of those trips, Jane met Joe Schlankey. Ten years
later, the two met again in Galveston, and later married in New York. They made their home in Galveston,
raising a family and making many friends.
Jane became involved in the Varsity Club, the League of Women Voters, and attended St. Patrick's Catholic
Church. She and Joe joined the Bayou Club, remaining active members until the club was sold in the
1990s. It was in all of these settings that Jane made the friends that she remained close to all of her life.
Her sense of humor, her intelligence and her caring nature brought her the love and fun that she enjoyed
during her time here on earth.
Jane and Joe raised four children. Jane began attending St. Peter's Catholic Church from its inception, and
continued to play an active role in that church. She served on the pastoral council and in the choir; she acted
as a sponsor for a number of communicants in the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults; and she managed
rentals of St. Peter's Parish Hall. After experiencing breast cancer, Jane volunteered for the American
Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery Program, giving back what she had learned after her mastectomy.
For many years, Jane played bridge avidly several times a week. She enjoyed the game and enjoyed the
companionship of her bridge friends even more. She will be sorely missed by those with whom she played
and visited over the years.
After Joe's death in June 1990, Jane continued life with the same vitality, but without her best friend and
partner. It was this loss, and several bouts with cancer, that tested Jane in the coming years. Her faith, her
friends and her family, along with her own strength of character, carried her forward, allowing her to relish
her remaining years.
Jane leaves a grieving family, including brother Hugh Duffy of Vieques, Puerto Rico; daughter Joan Killebrew
and her husband Charley Killebrew of Galveston; son Patrick Schlankey of Galveston; daughter Margaret
Schlankey and her husband Bill Pugsley of Austin; and daughter Susanne DeJernett and her husband Eric
DeJernett of Austin; grandchildren Benjamin Hayes of Los Angeles, Jamie Hayes and wife Brooke Hayes of
Edmond, Oklahoma, Saralin Hayes of Houston, Hannah Schlankey of Galveston, and William Pugsley of
Austin; and great-grandchildren Presley, James and Georgia Hayes of Edmond, Oklahoma.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jane's name to The Salvation Army, Our Daily Bread of
Galveston, the Women's Crisis Center of Galveston, or the charity of your choice.
Friends may sign the register book at www.carnesbrothers.com/contact us. Please include the Schlankey
name.
Shirley Reynaud
GALVESTON Shirley Reynaud age 67 of Vista, California, formerly of Galveston passed away Monday, April
26, 2010 at Tri City Medical Center in Vista, California. Funeral Mass is 11:30am Saturday, May 8, 2010 at
St. Patrick Catholic Church, Father John Paul Flajole, OFM and Deacon Doug Matthews, celebrants. Burial
will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The
family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm.
Shirley was born September 14, 1942 in Opelousas, Louisiana to Ernest John, Sr. and Emily Semien John.
She was a 1960 graduate of Central High School. Shirley was a Medical technologist for many years and a
member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, now Holy Family Parish. She was also a member of the Ladies
Auxiliary , Court # 20.
Preceded in death by Her Mother and Father Ernest Sr. and Emily John a brother Lionel John and sisters
Rita John and Betty Williams survivors include, 3 siblings, Bernard John of Galveston; Ernest and Linda
John Jr. of Houston Texas; Emily and Willie Dimes of Texas City, 5 Children , Louis A. Simpson, III of
Memphis Tennessee; Darrell W. Simpson, Sr of La Marque, TX; Michael and Kristy Simpson, of Pasadena ,
TX; Larry E. Simpson of Houston Texas; Cheryl and Troy Anderson of Vista Ca. ,8 Grandchildren ,1 Great
Grand Child, 5 nephews ,numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are Roy Norman, Jr., Terrance Norman, Ernest M. John, Farad John, Bernard John, Jr., and
Darrell King.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Reynaud name.
GALVESTON Shirley Reynaud age 67 of Vista, California, formerly of Galveston passed away Monday, April
26, 2010 at Tri City Medical Center in Vista, California. Funeral Mass is 11:30am Saturday, May 8, 2010 at
St. Patrick Catholic Church, Father John Paul Flajole, OFM and Deacon Doug Matthews, celebrants. Burial
will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The
family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm.
Shirley was born September 14, 1942 in Opelousas, Louisiana to Ernest John, Sr. and Emily Semien John.
She was a 1960 graduate of Central High School. Shirley was a Medical technologist for many years and a
member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, now Holy Family Parish. She was also a member of the Ladies
Auxiliary , Court # 20.
Preceded in death by Her Mother and Father Ernest Sr. and Emily John a brother Lionel John and sisters
Rita John and Betty Williams survivors include, 3 siblings, Bernard John of Galveston; Ernest and Linda
John Jr. of Houston Texas; Emily and Willie Dimes of Texas City, 5 Children , Louis A. Simpson, III of
Memphis Tennessee; Darrell W. Simpson, Sr of La Marque, TX; Michael and Kristy Simpson, of Pasadena ,
TX; Larry E. Simpson of Houston Texas; Cheryl and Troy Anderson of Vista Ca. ,8 Grandchildren ,1 Great
Grand Child, 5 nephews ,numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are Roy Norman, Jr., Terrance Norman, Ernest M. John, Farad John, Bernard John, Jr., and
Darrell King.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.CarnesBrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Reynaud name.
James Duncan Brown
GALVESTON James Duncan Brown age 79, of Galveston died peacefully at Memorial Hermann Hospital
in Katy, Texas on Wednesday, May 5, 2010. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick Church at
1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 10, 2010, entombment will follow at Calvary Catholic Mausoleum in Galveston,
under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston , with Father E.J. Stein, OFM, officiating.
Visitation will be held 8:00 am until service time Monday at the funeral home.
Jim was born April 7, 1931 in Palestine, Illinois to L. Paul Brown and Marie Duncan Brown. He grew up in
Southern Illinois and Alpena, Michigan. He enlisted in the Navy, and served as helmsman on the U.S.S.
Rush, a destroyer. Following an honorable discharge from the Navy, Jim graduated from Millikin University
with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Administration. He then began a 30 year career with AT&T, in
which his work involved designing guidance systems for anti-ballistic missiles and the first electronic
switching systems for telephone systems – the forerunner to modern computer microprocessors. He then
taught groups of engineers from around the world how to implement and operate these new systems.
Jim married Dorothy Frances Kurash on September 12, 1959 in Philadelphia. Jim and Dottie raised their
children in El Paso, Texas, Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey, Greensboro, North Carolina, and Naperville,
Illinois. Following Jim’s retirement from AT&T in 1990, they moved to Galveston, Texas to be closer to their
grandchildren, the beach, warm weather and sunshine. In Galveston, Jim and Dottie were active members
of Saint Patrick Catholic Church, and enjoyed singing for a number of years teaching religious education to
young children and singing in the church choir. Following Dottie’s death and Hurricane Ike, Jim lived with
his son and daughter-in-law Chris and Christina and their children, enjoying the warmth and comfort of
family life in his final years.
Preceded in death by his parents, wife of 49 years Dottie,and a granddaughter Nicole King, survivors
include two sons, Tony Brown and wife Lisette, and Chris Brown and wife Christina; daughter, Carole
Burgess and husband Jim; grandchildren, Alexandra Brown, Arielle Brown, Kenneth Burgess, Nicole
Burgess, Andrew Brown, Matthew Brown, Michael Brown, Kaitlin Brown, Yvonne King, Scott King, David
King and Alyssa King; numerous other relatives and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Holy Family Parish or to Trinity Episcopal
School, both of which are located in Galveston, Texas.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Brown name in your message.
GALVESTON James Duncan Brown age 79, of Galveston died peacefully at Memorial Hermann Hospital
in Katy, Texas on Wednesday, May 5, 2010. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick Church at
1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 10, 2010, entombment will follow at Calvary Catholic Mausoleum in Galveston,
under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston , with Father E.J. Stein, OFM, officiating.
Visitation will be held 8:00 am until service time Monday at the funeral home.
Jim was born April 7, 1931 in Palestine, Illinois to L. Paul Brown and Marie Duncan Brown. He grew up in
Southern Illinois and Alpena, Michigan. He enlisted in the Navy, and served as helmsman on the U.S.S.
Rush, a destroyer. Following an honorable discharge from the Navy, Jim graduated from Millikin University
with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Administration. He then began a 30 year career with AT&T, in
which his work involved designing guidance systems for anti-ballistic missiles and the first electronic
switching systems for telephone systems – the forerunner to modern computer microprocessors. He then
taught groups of engineers from around the world how to implement and operate these new systems.
Jim married Dorothy Frances Kurash on September 12, 1959 in Philadelphia. Jim and Dottie raised their
children in El Paso, Texas, Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey, Greensboro, North Carolina, and Naperville,
Illinois. Following Jim’s retirement from AT&T in 1990, they moved to Galveston, Texas to be closer to their
grandchildren, the beach, warm weather and sunshine. In Galveston, Jim and Dottie were active members
of Saint Patrick Catholic Church, and enjoyed singing for a number of years teaching religious education to
young children and singing in the church choir. Following Dottie’s death and Hurricane Ike, Jim lived with
his son and daughter-in-law Chris and Christina and their children, enjoying the warmth and comfort of
family life in his final years.
Preceded in death by his parents, wife of 49 years Dottie,and a granddaughter Nicole King, survivors
include two sons, Tony Brown and wife Lisette, and Chris Brown and wife Christina; daughter, Carole
Burgess and husband Jim; grandchildren, Alexandra Brown, Arielle Brown, Kenneth Burgess, Nicole
Burgess, Andrew Brown, Matthew Brown, Michael Brown, Kaitlin Brown, Yvonne King, Scott King, David
King and Alyssa King; numerous other relatives and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Holy Family Parish or to Trinity Episcopal
School, both of which are located in Galveston, Texas.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.CarnesBrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Brown name in your message.
Mary Gonzales Vela
GALVESTON: Mary Gonzales Vela age 75 of Texas City, formerly of Galveston entered eternal rest Friday,
May 7, 2010 at her home in Texas City. Funeral services are 10:00am Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at the funeral home.
Mary was born June 27, 1934 in Galveston, Texas to Santos Gonzales, Sr. and Rosie Canales Gonzales.
She was a longtime member of Bible Baptist Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir and attending
church. Even while in the hospital she could not keep from telling people about the love of Christ and how
everyone could receive eternal life. She was strong women, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and
a faithful Christian lady. Mary attended Galveston College where she received her training as a Nurse
Assistant. She was a conscientious nurse who wanted her patients to be treated the best possible. Mary
enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family, especially her grand and great grandchildren who
were the light of her life.
Mrs. Vela was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Reyes Vela, Sr., son, George Anthony Vela,
sisters, Adele Vela, Sally Ledesma, and Amata Gonzales, brothers, Larry Gonzales, Tino Gonzales, Santos
Gonzales, J., and Ernest W. Gonzales, Sr,. Survivors include daughters, Yolanda Vela of Texas City, and
Sandra Sanchez and husband Rudy of Galveston; sons, Reyes Rodriguez Vela, Jr. of Texas City, and
William Vela and wife Dorothy of La Marque; sisters, Rosie Bennett of Dickinson, Gloria Gonzales of
Arlington, Texas, and Patricia Gonzales of Alvin; grandchildren, Heather Ovalle, Mariah Sanchez, Marissa
Sanchez, and Emily Vela; great grandchildren, Alexia Espinosa and Javier Alcocer; closest friend since
childhood, Mary Gomes of San Antonio; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Danny Escamilla, Willie Vela, Rudy Sanchez, Pedro Ramirez, Raul DeLaPaz, and Stephen
Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers are Reyes Rodriguez Vela, Jr., and William Vela.
The family would like to offer special thanks to our angel, Mary’s caregiver, Barbara Bernard for the
unselfish love and devotion given to our mother over the past year.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Vela name.
GALVESTON: Mary Gonzales Vela age 75 of Texas City, formerly of Galveston entered eternal rest Friday,
May 7, 2010 at her home in Texas City. Funeral services are 10:00am Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at the funeral home.
Mary was born June 27, 1934 in Galveston, Texas to Santos Gonzales, Sr. and Rosie Canales Gonzales.
She was a longtime member of Bible Baptist Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir and attending
church. Even while in the hospital she could not keep from telling people about the love of Christ and how
everyone could receive eternal life. She was strong women, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and
a faithful Christian lady. Mary attended Galveston College where she received her training as a Nurse
Assistant. She was a conscientious nurse who wanted her patients to be treated the best possible. Mary
enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family, especially her grand and great grandchildren who
were the light of her life.
Mrs. Vela was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Reyes Vela, Sr., son, George Anthony Vela,
sisters, Adele Vela, Sally Ledesma, and Amata Gonzales, brothers, Larry Gonzales, Tino Gonzales, Santos
Gonzales, J., and Ernest W. Gonzales, Sr,. Survivors include daughters, Yolanda Vela of Texas City, and
Sandra Sanchez and husband Rudy of Galveston; sons, Reyes Rodriguez Vela, Jr. of Texas City, and
William Vela and wife Dorothy of La Marque; sisters, Rosie Bennett of Dickinson, Gloria Gonzales of
Arlington, Texas, and Patricia Gonzales of Alvin; grandchildren, Heather Ovalle, Mariah Sanchez, Marissa
Sanchez, and Emily Vela; great grandchildren, Alexia Espinosa and Javier Alcocer; closest friend since
childhood, Mary Gomes of San Antonio; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Danny Escamilla, Willie Vela, Rudy Sanchez, Pedro Ramirez, Raul DeLaPaz, and Stephen
Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers are Reyes Rodriguez Vela, Jr., and William Vela.
The family would like to offer special thanks to our angel, Mary’s caregiver, Barbara Bernard for the
unselfish love and devotion given to our mother over the past year.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Vela name.
Lynette Durant
Lynette Durant age 56 of Galveston entered eternal rest Thursday, May 6, 2010 at her home in Galveston.
Funeral services are 10:00am Saturday, May 15, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, Reverend
Hampton Mabry officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at the funeral
home with a wake service to be held at 7:00pm.
Lynette was born November 15, 1953 in Galveston, Texas to Enis Guy and Evie Morgan. Lynette was a
1971 graduate of Ball High School and then Galveston College where she went on to become an
administrative associate at UTMB in the Physiology Department. Lynette was of the Episcopal faith and
enjoyed time spent with family and her close friends.
Mrs. Durant was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Sarah Tolbert, and Wanda Morgan, and
brother, Achan Morgan, Jr. Survivors include husband of 23 years, George Durant; daughter, Brittney
Durant; son, Wesley Durant all of Galveston; sisters, Gaye Nell Morgan of La Marque, and Avis Morgan of
Beaumont; brother, Richard Morgan of San Antonio; lifelong friends, Ernestine “Poochie”, Precious,
Brenda, and Leno; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are friends of the family.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Durant name.
Lynette Durant age 56 of Galveston entered eternal rest Thursday, May 6, 2010 at her home in Galveston.
Funeral services are 10:00am Saturday, May 15, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, Reverend
Hampton Mabry officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at the funeral
home with a wake service to be held at 7:00pm.
Lynette was born November 15, 1953 in Galveston, Texas to Enis Guy and Evie Morgan. Lynette was a
1971 graduate of Ball High School and then Galveston College where she went on to become an
administrative associate at UTMB in the Physiology Department. Lynette was of the Episcopal faith and
enjoyed time spent with family and her close friends.
Mrs. Durant was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Sarah Tolbert, and Wanda Morgan, and
brother, Achan Morgan, Jr. Survivors include husband of 23 years, George Durant; daughter, Brittney
Durant; son, Wesley Durant all of Galveston; sisters, Gaye Nell Morgan of La Marque, and Avis Morgan of
Beaumont; brother, Richard Morgan of San Antonio; lifelong friends, Ernestine “Poochie”, Precious,
Brenda, and Leno; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are friends of the family.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Durant name.
Dr. Andras Kollar
Andras Kollar, MD, PhD, was born in Budapest, Hungary, on June 24, 1958. He died in Galveston, Texas
on May 10, 2010, after a many-year fight against cancer. He is survived by his wife, Debbie, his father,
Ferrenc Kollar, five brothers and sisters, and four adult children, Anna, Eszter, Balint and Warren.
Dr. Kollar has been a cardio-thoracic surgeon at UTMB for the last seven years. He recently received
tenure and was promoted to Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery. He was also a Fellow of
the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK and The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada. He completed his medical training in Hungary and later in Great Britain, Germany and France.
He began his training in the United States in 1994. He served in residencies in Charlotte, North Carolina,
Buffalo, N.Y., and finally at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, where he completed his
fellowship in cardio-thoracic surgery.
Andras had several prayers. One was answered in 2007, when he became a citizen of the United States
and could set in motion the process for his children to emigrate to the U.S. should they desire to do so.
He also wanted his life to make a difference. He wanted to make a difference to his patients; but he also
wanted to contribute to the improvement of surgery through research and improved techniques in the
operating room. He has pioneered a new surgical technique for repair of the aortic root--a prayer
answered. Another prayer was to share his life and faith story. He recently completed a draft of a
manuscript in hopes that he could publish it. This is still to be done.
He loved to design architecture and furniture. He and Debbie refurbished a loft in downtown Galveston,
much of the design of the apartment and the furniture being created by Andras. Most of all, Andras wanted
to be known as a faithful Christian. He had been raised within his Catholic faith by parents that stood firm
in the midst of a Communist regime in Hungary. He saw all of his life lived within the will of God and
under both God’s judgment and God’s grace.
His passion was to help people, to contribute to the goodness of this life, and to use his gifts in ways that
could change lives. In that same spirit, the family asks that those wishing to honor Andras may do so by
gifts in his memory to the Thoracic Surgery Foundation for Research and Education (TSFRE), 900
Cummings Center Suite #221-U, Beverly, MA 01915 or via their website https://tsfre.prri.com/donate.asp.
Services for Dr. Kollar will be held at Sacred Heart Church in Galveston on Saturday, May 15th at 11 am.
There will be a reception following the service at 2426 Mechanic Row, No. 4,Galveston. He is to be laid to
rest in Budapest, Hungary.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Kollar name.
Andras Kollar, MD, PhD, was born in Budapest, Hungary, on June 24, 1958. He died in Galveston, Texas
on May 10, 2010, after a many-year fight against cancer. He is survived by his wife, Debbie, his father,
Ferrenc Kollar, five brothers and sisters, and four adult children, Anna, Eszter, Balint and Warren.
Dr. Kollar has been a cardio-thoracic surgeon at UTMB for the last seven years. He recently received
tenure and was promoted to Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery. He was also a Fellow of
the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK and The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada. He completed his medical training in Hungary and later in Great Britain, Germany and France.
He began his training in the United States in 1994. He served in residencies in Charlotte, North Carolina,
Buffalo, N.Y., and finally at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, where he completed his
fellowship in cardio-thoracic surgery.
Andras had several prayers. One was answered in 2007, when he became a citizen of the United States
and could set in motion the process for his children to emigrate to the U.S. should they desire to do so.
He also wanted his life to make a difference. He wanted to make a difference to his patients; but he also
wanted to contribute to the improvement of surgery through research and improved techniques in the
operating room. He has pioneered a new surgical technique for repair of the aortic root--a prayer
answered. Another prayer was to share his life and faith story. He recently completed a draft of a
manuscript in hopes that he could publish it. This is still to be done.
He loved to design architecture and furniture. He and Debbie refurbished a loft in downtown Galveston,
much of the design of the apartment and the furniture being created by Andras. Most of all, Andras wanted
to be known as a faithful Christian. He had been raised within his Catholic faith by parents that stood firm
in the midst of a Communist regime in Hungary. He saw all of his life lived within the will of God and
under both God’s judgment and God’s grace.
His passion was to help people, to contribute to the goodness of this life, and to use his gifts in ways that
could change lives. In that same spirit, the family asks that those wishing to honor Andras may do so by
gifts in his memory to the Thoracic Surgery Foundation for Research and Education (TSFRE), 900
Cummings Center Suite #221-U, Beverly, MA 01915 or via their website https://tsfre.prri.com/donate.asp.
Services for Dr. Kollar will be held at Sacred Heart Church in Galveston on Saturday, May 15th at 11 am.
There will be a reception following the service at 2426 Mechanic Row, No. 4,Galveston. He is to be laid to
rest in Budapest, Hungary.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Kollar name.
Robert R. DeCaires
GALVESTON - Robert (Bobby) DeCaires, 53, passed away Sunday, May 16, 2010, after a courageous
fight with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). He was born October 16, 1956, in Galveston, Texas to George and
Juanita DeCaires. Bobby graduated from Ball High School in 1975 and attended Galveston College. He
then went on to the University of Mary-Hardin Baylor College and earned a BS degree in physical
education. He worked for Dienst Distributing Company for 21 years and made life-long friends.
Bobby was a very talented baseball player from little league to college. He pitched at Galveston College
and at Mary Hardin Baylor on a scholarship. After college, he played basketball at the Galveston YMCA
almost daily, continued with baseball, and enjoyed golfing with his friends on the weekends. He shared
his love and knowledge of sports with his daughter, coaching several of her teams in school and taking
her to games even as a little girl. Bobby will always be remembered for his love of sports, and of life.
Bobby is preceded in death by his mother, Juanita DeCaires. He is survived by his beloved daughter,
Kristen DeCaires; father George R. DeCaires and wife Susie; sister Sandra Villamil and husband Robert;
friend and former wife Paulette Waldrop and husband Terry; along with numerous nieces, nephews,
aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Visitation with the family will be held on Tuesday, May 18th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Carnes Bros. Funeral
Home in Galveston with Memorial service beginning at 7 p.m. Graveside service will be held on
Wednesday, May 19th at 10 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Joey Miranda, David Bohn, Jeff Graham, Craig Colelli, George Mullen and Donny
Myers.
Donations in Bobby's memory can be made to the ALS Association, P. O. Box 271561, Houston, Tx.
77277. Let’s find a cure for this horrific disease.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus Please include the DeCaires name.
GALVESTON - Robert (Bobby) DeCaires, 53, passed away Sunday, May 16, 2010, after a courageous
fight with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). He was born October 16, 1956, in Galveston, Texas to George and
Juanita DeCaires. Bobby graduated from Ball High School in 1975 and attended Galveston College. He
then went on to the University of Mary-Hardin Baylor College and earned a BS degree in physical
education. He worked for Dienst Distributing Company for 21 years and made life-long friends.
Bobby was a very talented baseball player from little league to college. He pitched at Galveston College
and at Mary Hardin Baylor on a scholarship. After college, he played basketball at the Galveston YMCA
almost daily, continued with baseball, and enjoyed golfing with his friends on the weekends. He shared
his love and knowledge of sports with his daughter, coaching several of her teams in school and taking
her to games even as a little girl. Bobby will always be remembered for his love of sports, and of life.
Bobby is preceded in death by his mother, Juanita DeCaires. He is survived by his beloved daughter,
Kristen DeCaires; father George R. DeCaires and wife Susie; sister Sandra Villamil and husband Robert;
friend and former wife Paulette Waldrop and husband Terry; along with numerous nieces, nephews,
aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Visitation with the family will be held on Tuesday, May 18th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Carnes Bros. Funeral
Home in Galveston with Memorial service beginning at 7 p.m. Graveside service will be held on
Wednesday, May 19th at 10 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Joey Miranda, David Bohn, Jeff Graham, Craig Colelli, George Mullen and Donny
Myers.
Donations in Bobby's memory can be made to the ALS Association, P. O. Box 271561, Houston, Tx.
77277. Let’s find a cure for this horrific disease.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus Please include the DeCaires name.
Karen Kay Strain
GALVESTON: Karen Kay Strain age 63 of Galveston entered eternal rest Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at John
Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral Mass is 10:00am Saturday, May 22, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic
Church, Father John Paul Flajole, OFM celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in
Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Friday from
5:00pm until 8:00pm at the funeral home with a rosary to be held at 6:30pm.
Karen was born December 31, 1946 in Galveston, Texas to James W. Koch and Geraldine Gaidry Koch.
She was a 1965 graduate of Ball High School and was employed at the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers in
Galveston with over 25 years of service. She enjoyed time spent with family; close friends and time at her
home in Galveston. Karen was a faithful member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.
Preceded in death by parents, survivors include daughter, Shelley Strain-Salisbury and husband Blinn
Salisbury, III of Westminster, Maryland; son, Brook J. Strain and Marla Santini of Kemah; sister, Diane
Aymes of Galveston; grandchildren, Savana Cardwell-Strain of Texas City, Danielle Gonzales and David
Gonzales both of Westminster, Maryland; former son in law, Daniel Gonzales of Galveston; nieces and
nephew, Melissa Aymes and Rodney Garza, Meagan Garza and Aaron Garza; numerous other relatives
and friends.
Pallbearers are Daniel Gonzales, David Gonzales, Aaron Garza, Brook Strain and Loyd Sorrow, Jr.
Honorary pallbearer is Rodney Garza. The family would like to thank the staff of MICU and the Emergency
room for their special attention given to mother during her illness.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Strain name.
GALVESTON: Karen Kay Strain age 63 of Galveston entered eternal rest Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at John
Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral Mass is 10:00am Saturday, May 22, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic
Church, Father John Paul Flajole, OFM celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in
Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Friday from
5:00pm until 8:00pm at the funeral home with a rosary to be held at 6:30pm.
Karen was born December 31, 1946 in Galveston, Texas to James W. Koch and Geraldine Gaidry Koch.
She was a 1965 graduate of Ball High School and was employed at the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers in
Galveston with over 25 years of service. She enjoyed time spent with family; close friends and time at her
home in Galveston. Karen was a faithful member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.
Preceded in death by parents, survivors include daughter, Shelley Strain-Salisbury and husband Blinn
Salisbury, III of Westminster, Maryland; son, Brook J. Strain and Marla Santini of Kemah; sister, Diane
Aymes of Galveston; grandchildren, Savana Cardwell-Strain of Texas City, Danielle Gonzales and David
Gonzales both of Westminster, Maryland; former son in law, Daniel Gonzales of Galveston; nieces and
nephew, Melissa Aymes and Rodney Garza, Meagan Garza and Aaron Garza; numerous other relatives
and friends.
Pallbearers are Daniel Gonzales, David Gonzales, Aaron Garza, Brook Strain and Loyd Sorrow, Jr.
Honorary pallbearer is Rodney Garza. The family would like to thank the staff of MICU and the Emergency
room for their special attention given to mother during her illness.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Strain name.
Joe Espinoza, Jr.
GALVESTON: Jose Espinoza, Jr. age 51 of Galveston entered eternal rest Friday, May 14, 2010 at his home
in Galveston. Funeral services are 7:00pm Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home with
the Reverend Johnny Garcia officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at the
funeral home.
Joe was born October 4, 1958 in Galveston, Texas to Jose Espinoza, Sr. and Celina Moreno Espinoza. Joe
was a 1977 graduate of Ball High School and was employed at the City of Galveston as a GIS Surveyor. He
enjoyed time spent with family and close friends, was a sports enthusiast, enjoyed football and basketball
and was of the Roman Catholic Faith.
Mr. Espinoza was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Esther Hernandez, and a brother, Joe Espinoza.
Survivors include wife of 23 years, Rosa Espinoza of Galveston; step sons, Ray Perales of Houston, Juan
Perales, Jr., Jose Perales and wife Crystal all of Oklahoma, and Victor Perales and wife Vanessa of
Galveston; sister, Wanda Rober of Minnesota; brothers, Michael LaSoya and wife Shelia of Houston, Johnny
Espinoza of Pasadena , Frank LaSoya and wife Tanya of Placentia, California, and Jesse Lee Espinoza of
Santa Fe; sister in law, Alice Wilson and husband Joe of Pasadena; 7 grandchildren; numerous nieces,
nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Espinoza name.
GALVESTON: Jose Espinoza, Jr. age 51 of Galveston entered eternal rest Friday, May 14, 2010 at his home
in Galveston. Funeral services are 7:00pm Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home with
the Reverend Johnny Garcia officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at the
funeral home.
Joe was born October 4, 1958 in Galveston, Texas to Jose Espinoza, Sr. and Celina Moreno Espinoza. Joe
was a 1977 graduate of Ball High School and was employed at the City of Galveston as a GIS Surveyor. He
enjoyed time spent with family and close friends, was a sports enthusiast, enjoyed football and basketball
and was of the Roman Catholic Faith.
Mr. Espinoza was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Esther Hernandez, and a brother, Joe Espinoza.
Survivors include wife of 23 years, Rosa Espinoza of Galveston; step sons, Ray Perales of Houston, Juan
Perales, Jr., Jose Perales and wife Crystal all of Oklahoma, and Victor Perales and wife Vanessa of
Galveston; sister, Wanda Rober of Minnesota; brothers, Michael LaSoya and wife Shelia of Houston, Johnny
Espinoza of Pasadena , Frank LaSoya and wife Tanya of Placentia, California, and Jesse Lee Espinoza of
Santa Fe; sister in law, Alice Wilson and husband Joe of Pasadena; 7 grandchildren; numerous nieces,
nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Espinoza name.
Jorge Alberto Hernandez
GALVESTON: Jorge Alberto Hernandez age 39 of Galveston died Friday, May 21, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital
in Galveston. Funeral Mass is 12:00 noon Monday, May 24, 2010 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Father E.J.
Stein, OFM celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held 5:00pm until 8:00pm Sunday at the funeral home
where a rosary will be recited at 6:30pm.
Born September 7, 1970 in San Miguel, El Salvador, Jorge was a carpenter by trade and formerly a member
of Reina de la Paz Catholic Church, now Holy Family Parish.
Survivors include padres, Daniel Hernandez and Gregoria Gutierrez, hermanas, Rosa Garcia, Petra Garcia,
Virginia Benitez and Rosalina Gutierrez; hermanos, Roberto Gutierrez, Daniel Gutierrez, and Nelson
Gutierrez; sobrinos; Nohemi Garcia, Balmoris Garcia, Ewilfredo Garcia, Marvin Garcia, Javier Benitez,
Geovanni Benitez, Roberto Gutierrez, Yesenia Gutierrez, Sophia Gutierrez, Rosa I. Pineda, and Kevin Pineda.
Pallbearers are friends and family.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Hernandez name.
GALVESTON: Jorge Alberto Hernandez age 39 of Galveston died Friday, May 21, 2010 at John Sealy Hospital
in Galveston. Funeral Mass is 12:00 noon Monday, May 24, 2010 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Father E.J.
Stein, OFM celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held 5:00pm until 8:00pm Sunday at the funeral home
where a rosary will be recited at 6:30pm.
Born September 7, 1970 in San Miguel, El Salvador, Jorge was a carpenter by trade and formerly a member
of Reina de la Paz Catholic Church, now Holy Family Parish.
Survivors include padres, Daniel Hernandez and Gregoria Gutierrez, hermanas, Rosa Garcia, Petra Garcia,
Virginia Benitez and Rosalina Gutierrez; hermanos, Roberto Gutierrez, Daniel Gutierrez, and Nelson
Gutierrez; sobrinos; Nohemi Garcia, Balmoris Garcia, Ewilfredo Garcia, Marvin Garcia, Javier Benitez,
Geovanni Benitez, Roberto Gutierrez, Yesenia Gutierrez, Sophia Gutierrez, Rosa I. Pineda, and Kevin Pineda.
Pallbearers are friends and family.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus.
Please include the Hernandez name.
Ida Mae Harding
GALVESTON: Ida Mae Harding age 88 of Galveston went to be with her Lord Thursday, May 27, 2010 at her
residence in Galveston to be welcomed in His arms and the arms of her beloved husband of over 60
years, Frederick Harding and their beloved son Wayne. Graveside services are 10:00 am Saturday, May 29,
2010 at Port Bolivar Cemetery, Father John Bok, OFM officiating. Burial will follow at the Cemetery under the
direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at the
funeral home with a vigil to be held at 7:00pm.
Ida Mae was born December 22, 1921in Stowell, Texas to the late Frank and Mary Lillie Kahla of Port
Bolivar. Momma worked many years as bookkeeper and all around “Handy Woman” at the Port Bolivar
Material and Lumber Company. She loved to work in her yard and flower beds, waving to family and friends.
Although momma considered herself the runt of her family, she shouldered many of the large
responsibilities of caring for family members. Momma led her life at full speed ahead. Just ask anyone
who knew her. Momma, you will be dearly missed by your family and many friends that loved you so.
Preceded in death by parents, and husband, survivors include daughters, Connie Marie Dodson and best
friend Bob Walker of Galveston, Wanda Fay Sprayberry and husband Charles of Hemphill, and Janis
Elayne Eubanks and husband Cecil of San Antonio; brother, Cecil Warren Kahla of Galveston;
grandchildren, Howard Wayne Dodson and wife Terri of League City, Dawn Ann Fuller of Texas City,
Charles L. Sprayberry and wife Linda of Deer Park, Shawn F. Sprayberry and wife Ruby of Santa Fe, Evin
Nicole Eubanks of Chicago, Ill, and Lauren Michelle Lewis and husband Clay of San Antonio; great
grandchildren, Elizabeth Dodson, James Dodson, Brant Fuller, Brittany Sprayberry-Lawless, Shawn Aaron
Sprayberry, and Izabelle Denise Sprayberry; great-great grandchildren, Brayden Fuller, Karie Lawless and
Waylon Lawless; numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Charles Lane Sprayberry, Shawn Sprayberry, Brant Fuller, Robert “Bob” Walker, Honorary
pallbearers are Howard Dodson and James Dodson.
The family would like to thank and bless our sister Connie Dodson for her love and devotion to mom and
dad during their illnesses and to Robert “Bob” Walker for opening his home and heart to both our dad and
mom. You allowed both to have us girls there with them as they passed over to a better world. We wish to
acknowledge Dawn Fuller for her love and caring, the late Sandra Milliff, for her loving aid helping our mom
and Marsha Zumo for continuing love and support. We also thank the Guardian Angel Group for their
devotion and excellent care and special love from caregivers. We especially remember the Hospice Care
Team for the excellent knowledge and support for those needing to “Let go and let God handle the life of
those passing over”, and to the family and friends in Port Bolivar who helped and supported dad and mom
during their illnesses and watched over them. “You know who you are”. God Bless all for your caring and
love.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the Alzheimer’s Research Association to save others from this dreaded
disease.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Harding name.
GALVESTON: Ida Mae Harding age 88 of Galveston went to be with her Lord Thursday, May 27, 2010 at her
residence in Galveston to be welcomed in His arms and the arms of her beloved husband of over 60
years, Frederick Harding and their beloved son Wayne. Graveside services are 10:00 am Saturday, May 29,
2010 at Port Bolivar Cemetery, Father John Bok, OFM officiating. Burial will follow at the Cemetery under the
direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at the
funeral home with a vigil to be held at 7:00pm.
Ida Mae was born December 22, 1921in Stowell, Texas to the late Frank and Mary Lillie Kahla of Port
Bolivar. Momma worked many years as bookkeeper and all around “Handy Woman” at the Port Bolivar
Material and Lumber Company. She loved to work in her yard and flower beds, waving to family and friends.
Although momma considered herself the runt of her family, she shouldered many of the large
responsibilities of caring for family members. Momma led her life at full speed ahead. Just ask anyone
who knew her. Momma, you will be dearly missed by your family and many friends that loved you so.
Preceded in death by parents, and husband, survivors include daughters, Connie Marie Dodson and best
friend Bob Walker of Galveston, Wanda Fay Sprayberry and husband Charles of Hemphill, and Janis
Elayne Eubanks and husband Cecil of San Antonio; brother, Cecil Warren Kahla of Galveston;
grandchildren, Howard Wayne Dodson and wife Terri of League City, Dawn Ann Fuller of Texas City,
Charles L. Sprayberry and wife Linda of Deer Park, Shawn F. Sprayberry and wife Ruby of Santa Fe, Evin
Nicole Eubanks of Chicago, Ill, and Lauren Michelle Lewis and husband Clay of San Antonio; great
grandchildren, Elizabeth Dodson, James Dodson, Brant Fuller, Brittany Sprayberry-Lawless, Shawn Aaron
Sprayberry, and Izabelle Denise Sprayberry; great-great grandchildren, Brayden Fuller, Karie Lawless and
Waylon Lawless; numerous other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers are Charles Lane Sprayberry, Shawn Sprayberry, Brant Fuller, Robert “Bob” Walker, Honorary
pallbearers are Howard Dodson and James Dodson.
The family would like to thank and bless our sister Connie Dodson for her love and devotion to mom and
dad during their illnesses and to Robert “Bob” Walker for opening his home and heart to both our dad and
mom. You allowed both to have us girls there with them as they passed over to a better world. We wish to
acknowledge Dawn Fuller for her love and caring, the late Sandra Milliff, for her loving aid helping our mom
and Marsha Zumo for continuing love and support. We also thank the Guardian Angel Group for their
devotion and excellent care and special love from caregivers. We especially remember the Hospice Care
Team for the excellent knowledge and support for those needing to “Let go and let God handle the life of
those passing over”, and to the family and friends in Port Bolivar who helped and supported dad and mom
during their illnesses and watched over them. “You know who you are”. God Bless all for your caring and
love.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the Alzheimer’s Research Association to save others from this dreaded
disease.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Harding name.
Olivia Zamora Villamil
GALVESTON - Olivia Villamil, 97, of Galveston, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior,
Saturday, May 29, 2010. She died peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving
family and friends. Funeral services are 10:00 am Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at Primera Iglesia
Bautista, 5809 Broadway in Galveston, the Rev. Timothy Schwartz and the Rev. Leonardo
Diaz officiating. Burial will follow at Old City Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Family visitation will be held at the funeral home Monday,
May 31, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., with a Prayer service beginning at 7:00pm.
Olivia was born on March 26, 1913, in Brownsville, Texas to Jose M. Zamora and Maria
Lartigue Zamora. She married Alfred Villamil on June 15, 1927. They were married for 36
years until Alfred was called to the Lord. She was a loving mother and grandmother who
loved to read her bible and taught her family of God's love.
Preceded in death by her husband, parents, her siblings, Angelita Hernandez, Gilbert
Zamora, Mary Garcia, Refugio Zamora, Jose Zamora, Adolfo Zamora, Vera Price, Beatrice
Tijerina, her daughter Ernestine Villamil- Hernandez and son Alfred Villamil Jr.
She is survived by her children, Isaura 'Sarah' Romero and husband Dr. Joel Romero, of
Whittier, California, Dolores Aguirre of Hitchcock, Patricia Fernandez of Knoxville,
Tennessee, Luz Maria Brand of Hitchcock, and Robert J. Villamil and wife Sandra of
Galveston. She was blessed with 27 grandchildren, three of whom she helped raise, Josh
Hernandez, Sandra Hernandez Meador, and Jimmy Hernandez; 47 great grandchildren and 7
great great-grandchildren.
Olivia was a long time resident of Galveston Island. She was one of the original founding
members of the Primera Iglesia Bautista in Galveston. She lived her life strongly devoted to
her faith, always serving the Lord and giving testimony to all she met. She not only opened
her home to family and friends but routinely opened her home to many others who came
knocking at her door in need of food, shelter or assistance with obtaining medical care at
local hospitals. Although not blessed with monetary riches she always shared her good
graces. Olivia would always say, “The Lord will always provide”, we just need to pray and
have faith". She was an example to us all, and truly lived her life as a true disciple of Christ
.... she was an angel on earth.
Pallbearers are her grandsons, Jimmy Hernandez, Ruben Aguirre, David Villamil, Alex
Villamil, Mark Allan Garcia and Samuel Romero. Honorary pallbearers are her beloved
grandsons.
Memorials donations in Olivia's memory can be made to Primera Iglesia Bautista, 5809
Broadway, Galveston, Texas. 77551.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Villamil name.
GALVESTON - Olivia Villamil, 97, of Galveston, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior,
Saturday, May 29, 2010. She died peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving
family and friends. Funeral services are 10:00 am Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at Primera Iglesia
Bautista, 5809 Broadway in Galveston, the Rev. Timothy Schwartz and the Rev. Leonardo
Diaz officiating. Burial will follow at Old City Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Family visitation will be held at the funeral home Monday,
May 31, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., with a Prayer service beginning at 7:00pm.
Olivia was born on March 26, 1913, in Brownsville, Texas to Jose M. Zamora and Maria
Lartigue Zamora. She married Alfred Villamil on June 15, 1927. They were married for 36
years until Alfred was called to the Lord. She was a loving mother and grandmother who
loved to read her bible and taught her family of God's love.
Preceded in death by her husband, parents, her siblings, Angelita Hernandez, Gilbert
Zamora, Mary Garcia, Refugio Zamora, Jose Zamora, Adolfo Zamora, Vera Price, Beatrice
Tijerina, her daughter Ernestine Villamil- Hernandez and son Alfred Villamil Jr.
She is survived by her children, Isaura 'Sarah' Romero and husband Dr. Joel Romero, of
Whittier, California, Dolores Aguirre of Hitchcock, Patricia Fernandez of Knoxville,
Tennessee, Luz Maria Brand of Hitchcock, and Robert J. Villamil and wife Sandra of
Galveston. She was blessed with 27 grandchildren, three of whom she helped raise, Josh
Hernandez, Sandra Hernandez Meador, and Jimmy Hernandez; 47 great grandchildren and 7
great great-grandchildren.
Olivia was a long time resident of Galveston Island. She was one of the original founding
members of the Primera Iglesia Bautista in Galveston. She lived her life strongly devoted to
her faith, always serving the Lord and giving testimony to all she met. She not only opened
her home to family and friends but routinely opened her home to many others who came
knocking at her door in need of food, shelter or assistance with obtaining medical care at
local hospitals. Although not blessed with monetary riches she always shared her good
graces. Olivia would always say, “The Lord will always provide”, we just need to pray and
have faith". She was an example to us all, and truly lived her life as a true disciple of Christ
.... she was an angel on earth.
Pallbearers are her grandsons, Jimmy Hernandez, Ruben Aguirre, David Villamil, Alex
Villamil, Mark Allan Garcia and Samuel Romero. Honorary pallbearers are her beloved
grandsons.
Memorials donations in Olivia's memory can be made to Primera Iglesia Bautista, 5809
Broadway, Galveston, Texas. 77551.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Villamil name.
Jessie Peña
GALVESTON After a very long battle with cancer, Jessie Peña age 84 passed away peacefully in her
sleep Wednesday morning, June 9, 2010 at Regent Care Center in League City. Graveside services are
1:00pm Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home Saturday beginning at 11:00
am where a rosary will be recited at 12:00 noon.
Jessie was born Maria de Jesus Hernandez on December 24, 1925, in Jalisco Mexico, to Jose and
Priscillana Anna Medina Hernandez. She loved life, found good in everything and rarely complained about
her illness. She loved caring for people so much that she eventually pursued a career in Nursing. She
worked at UTMB and retired from there after twenty years of service. After retiring, she and her husband
enjoyed the various activities offered by the Senior's Citizen Center in Galveston. This led to her eventually
volunteering her time with the coordination of some of these activities at the Center.
Jessie enjoyed spending time with her sisters, Rebecca Ramirez and Socorro Rogers and adored her
brothers Manual and Joe Hernandez. She was married to her husband Gregory Pena, Sr. for over 60 years
and had six children.
The joys of her life were her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, her nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Peña Is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Gregory Peña, Sr.; her parents, 3 sisters, and
2 brothers. She was a devoted mother, a wonderful grandmother and an adored great-grandmother.
Jessie is survived by 2 daughters, Patricia Peña, Cecilia Duron and husband Jimmy; 4 sons Gregory
Peña Jr., Richard Peña, George Peña and wife Johan, and Michael Peña,11 grandchildren and 10 great
grandchildren.
Jessie will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Pallbearers will be Richard D. Pena, James Duron, Christopher Duron, Edward Hernandez, Nickolas
Villarreal and Jimmy Duron.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Peña name.
GALVESTON After a very long battle with cancer, Jessie Peña age 84 passed away peacefully in her
sleep Wednesday morning, June 9, 2010 at Regent Care Center in League City. Graveside services are
1:00pm Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home Saturday beginning at 11:00
am where a rosary will be recited at 12:00 noon.
Jessie was born Maria de Jesus Hernandez on December 24, 1925, in Jalisco Mexico, to Jose and
Priscillana Anna Medina Hernandez. She loved life, found good in everything and rarely complained about
her illness. She loved caring for people so much that she eventually pursued a career in Nursing. She
worked at UTMB and retired from there after twenty years of service. After retiring, she and her husband
enjoyed the various activities offered by the Senior's Citizen Center in Galveston. This led to her eventually
volunteering her time with the coordination of some of these activities at the Center.
Jessie enjoyed spending time with her sisters, Rebecca Ramirez and Socorro Rogers and adored her
brothers Manual and Joe Hernandez. She was married to her husband Gregory Pena, Sr. for over 60 years
and had six children.
The joys of her life were her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, her nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Peña Is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Gregory Peña, Sr.; her parents, 3 sisters, and
2 brothers. She was a devoted mother, a wonderful grandmother and an adored great-grandmother.
Jessie is survived by 2 daughters, Patricia Peña, Cecilia Duron and husband Jimmy; 4 sons Gregory
Peña Jr., Richard Peña, George Peña and wife Johan, and Michael Peña,11 grandchildren and 10 great
grandchildren.
Jessie will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Pallbearers will be Richard D. Pena, James Duron, Christopher Duron, Edward Hernandez, Nickolas
Villarreal and Jimmy Duron.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Peña name.
Dominic Edelen
GALVESTON Dominic Gardiner Bowling Edelen, 77, oldest son of Ignatius Gardiner Edelen, Sr., and
Marybeth Bowling Edelen of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, died peacefully in his sleep the morning of
Saturday, June 12, 2010, in Galveston, TX, following a battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 55
years, Erica E. Edelen of Punta Gorda, FL, his three brothers I. Gardiner Edelen, Jr., Richard B. Edelen
and Wallace N. Edelen of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, his six children Damien Stone Pendelton Edelen,
Marybeth Bowling Edelen-Martel, Mittie-ellen Plummer Haase, Dominique Ashley Nalle Hurley, Clarissa
Waring Edelen and John Dominic Bowling Edelen, and his 11 grandchildren, who hail from points across
the United States. Dominic is a direct descendent of Thomas Stone, a signer of the Declaration of
Independence.
Born January 3, 1933, Dom retired to Galveston in 1993 following a 25-year appointment as Professor of
Applied Mathematics at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Following his retirement, he
continued his exploration of mathematics and physics as an adjunct Professor at Texas A&M. Prior to his
post at Lehigh, Dom was a full professor at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, for three years,
from 1966-1969. Before selecting the academic life, Dom worked at The Rand Corporation and Hughes
Aircraft Co., both in California, and The Martin Co. in Baltimore, Maryland. He also lectured at the Drexel
Institute of Technology and Johns Hopkins University, his alma mater, in Baltimore. He earned his BS,
MS and PhD. degrees from Johns Hopkins.
A brilliant mathematician, engineer and theoretical physicist, Dom has published over 177 books, papers
and monographs, with 17 titles housed in the Library of Congress. He lectured throughout the United
States, Poland, Italy, Germany, Sweden and South Africa. Over the course of his professional life, Dom’s
mind crossed the boundaries of applied mathematics, exterior calculus, field theory, general relativity,
geometry, gauge theory, materials science and thermodynamics, and he had a fondness for the old
geometers. Dom was forever “scribbling” as he called it, working on his theories and seeing
applications way beyond the capability of current technology. And perhaps most curiously, through his
research involving the time-space continuum, he proved that theoretically time travel is possible!
Not merely an academician, Dom loved classical music for its beauty, mathematical construction and
simplicity. The Bach Cantatas were his favorite, but he also loved Mozart, Pachelbel and Telemann. Not
content to listen, he played their beautiful music on the piano and organ, throughout his life and since his
retirement on the harpsichord. Most recently, he was teaching himself to play the bassoon. He also loved
to garden, though he said the Galveston sand and salt air bedeviled him as he tried to grow his beloved
camellias.
Dom could be seen striding energetically on the seawall almost daily, with his wooden staff in hand, and
he held forth with his many friends at The Kettle, sometimes up to three times a day, pondering questions
great and small in a free-wheeling, open-ended debate to which all comers and ideas were welcome.
He used to say he never met a stranger in Galveston because he quickly befriended people from all
walks of life and those in Galveston were some of the nicest. An avid bridge player, Dom was delighted
to learn upon moving here that he could find a foursome practically seven days a week if he so chose. He
tried many different clubs and finally found the perfect fit at the Newcomers Club, with his favorite bridge
partner Louise Gooding.
A memorial service will be held 6 pm Thursday, June 17at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont
St, Galveston, TX, with a reception immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in Dom’s memory to: Hospice Care Team, Inc. 1708 Amburn,
Suite C Texas City, TX 77591.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Edelen name.
GALVESTON Dominic Gardiner Bowling Edelen, 77, oldest son of Ignatius Gardiner Edelen, Sr., and
Marybeth Bowling Edelen of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, died peacefully in his sleep the morning of
Saturday, June 12, 2010, in Galveston, TX, following a battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 55
years, Erica E. Edelen of Punta Gorda, FL, his three brothers I. Gardiner Edelen, Jr., Richard B. Edelen
and Wallace N. Edelen of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, his six children Damien Stone Pendelton Edelen,
Marybeth Bowling Edelen-Martel, Mittie-ellen Plummer Haase, Dominique Ashley Nalle Hurley, Clarissa
Waring Edelen and John Dominic Bowling Edelen, and his 11 grandchildren, who hail from points across
the United States. Dominic is a direct descendent of Thomas Stone, a signer of the Declaration of
Independence.
Born January 3, 1933, Dom retired to Galveston in 1993 following a 25-year appointment as Professor of
Applied Mathematics at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Following his retirement, he
continued his exploration of mathematics and physics as an adjunct Professor at Texas A&M. Prior to his
post at Lehigh, Dom was a full professor at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, for three years,
from 1966-1969. Before selecting the academic life, Dom worked at The Rand Corporation and Hughes
Aircraft Co., both in California, and The Martin Co. in Baltimore, Maryland. He also lectured at the Drexel
Institute of Technology and Johns Hopkins University, his alma mater, in Baltimore. He earned his BS,
MS and PhD. degrees from Johns Hopkins.
A brilliant mathematician, engineer and theoretical physicist, Dom has published over 177 books, papers
and monographs, with 17 titles housed in the Library of Congress. He lectured throughout the United
States, Poland, Italy, Germany, Sweden and South Africa. Over the course of his professional life, Dom’s
mind crossed the boundaries of applied mathematics, exterior calculus, field theory, general relativity,
geometry, gauge theory, materials science and thermodynamics, and he had a fondness for the old
geometers. Dom was forever “scribbling” as he called it, working on his theories and seeing
applications way beyond the capability of current technology. And perhaps most curiously, through his
research involving the time-space continuum, he proved that theoretically time travel is possible!
Not merely an academician, Dom loved classical music for its beauty, mathematical construction and
simplicity. The Bach Cantatas were his favorite, but he also loved Mozart, Pachelbel and Telemann. Not
content to listen, he played their beautiful music on the piano and organ, throughout his life and since his
retirement on the harpsichord. Most recently, he was teaching himself to play the bassoon. He also loved
to garden, though he said the Galveston sand and salt air bedeviled him as he tried to grow his beloved
camellias.
Dom could be seen striding energetically on the seawall almost daily, with his wooden staff in hand, and
he held forth with his many friends at The Kettle, sometimes up to three times a day, pondering questions
great and small in a free-wheeling, open-ended debate to which all comers and ideas were welcome.
He used to say he never met a stranger in Galveston because he quickly befriended people from all
walks of life and those in Galveston were some of the nicest. An avid bridge player, Dom was delighted
to learn upon moving here that he could find a foursome practically seven days a week if he so chose. He
tried many different clubs and finally found the perfect fit at the Newcomers Club, with his favorite bridge
partner Louise Gooding.
A memorial service will be held 6 pm Thursday, June 17at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont
St, Galveston, TX, with a reception immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in Dom’s memory to: Hospice Care Team, Inc. 1708 Amburn,
Suite C Texas City, TX 77591.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Edelen name.
Johnny Botello
GALVESTON: Johnny Anthony Botello age 51 of Galveston died Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at John Sealy
Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 10:00 am Saturday, June 19, 2010 at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home in Galveston with Deacon Henry Herrera officiating. Private family burial will follow at
Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00pm
until 8:00pm on Friday.
Johnny was born January 5, 1959 in Galveston, Texas to Pedro “Pete” Cerda Botello and Aurora Sanchez
Botello. He was a 1977 graduate of Ball High School. He worked many years as a longshoreman and
was a member of the ILA Local # 20. Johnny loved sports. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, Texas
Longhorn Fan, Astros Fan, and he really enjoyed playing softball. In his leisure time Johnny enjoyed
cruising to many ports of call. He was passionate about barbecuing and really loved to have his friends
and family make him cakes. Johnny will be dearly missed by his family and many friends.
Preceded in death by his father, Pedro Cerda Botello, Johnny is survived by his wife, Janet Thomas
Botello, mother, Aurora Sanchez Botello, sisters, Dora Botello Cisneros, Sandra Miranda and husband
Robert; God sons, Jerry Limones, Jr., and Preston Neumann; lifelong friends and brothers in Life, David
Miranda, Eddie Nuemann, David Rogers, William Robert “Bebob” Neumann, numerous nieces,
nephews, other relatives and friends.
Johnny’s family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all of the Staff, Doctors
and Nurses in SICU at John Sealy Hospital, and to the ILA Local #20. A special thanks to Ted O’Rourke,
president of ILA Local 20, and to Johnny’s many friends who have given their love and support during
Johnny’s passing.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Botello name.
GALVESTON: Johnny Anthony Botello age 51 of Galveston died Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at John Sealy
Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 10:00 am Saturday, June 19, 2010 at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home in Galveston with Deacon Henry Herrera officiating. Private family burial will follow at
Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00pm
until 8:00pm on Friday.
Johnny was born January 5, 1959 in Galveston, Texas to Pedro “Pete” Cerda Botello and Aurora Sanchez
Botello. He was a 1977 graduate of Ball High School. He worked many years as a longshoreman and
was a member of the ILA Local # 20. Johnny loved sports. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, Texas
Longhorn Fan, Astros Fan, and he really enjoyed playing softball. In his leisure time Johnny enjoyed
cruising to many ports of call. He was passionate about barbecuing and really loved to have his friends
and family make him cakes. Johnny will be dearly missed by his family and many friends.
Preceded in death by his father, Pedro Cerda Botello, Johnny is survived by his wife, Janet Thomas
Botello, mother, Aurora Sanchez Botello, sisters, Dora Botello Cisneros, Sandra Miranda and husband
Robert; God sons, Jerry Limones, Jr., and Preston Neumann; lifelong friends and brothers in Life, David
Miranda, Eddie Nuemann, David Rogers, William Robert “Bebob” Neumann, numerous nieces,
nephews, other relatives and friends.
Johnny’s family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all of the Staff, Doctors
and Nurses in SICU at John Sealy Hospital, and to the ILA Local #20. A special thanks to Ted O’Rourke,
president of ILA Local 20, and to Johnny’s many friends who have given their love and support during
Johnny’s passing.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Botello name.
Deborah Mead Matthews
GALVESTON-Deborah Polzin Matthews, 61, of Galveston, passed away Monday June 28, 2010, at her
home with family and friends by her side. . The family will be receiving friends at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont St. Galveston, Tuesday evening June 29, 2010 from 4pm-7pm.
Debbie was born in Los Angeles, California on July 3, 1948. She was preceded in death by parents
Melvin and Helen Polzin.
Debbie graduated from Ball High School in 1966. She then went on to earn a Bachelors’ Degree in
Education from Lamar University, Class of 1970. Debbie worked as a dedicated Science Teacher for
Galveston Independent School District for over 36 years. Voted teacher of the year twice; Debbie was
passionate about teaching and her student’s success. Debbie was also a member of Alpha Delta
Kappa teachers’ sorority.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 28 years, Dan Matthews and son John Matthews; Brother
Robin Polzin and wife Dyann and their children Doug and Hailey; Mother-in- law Helen Matthews of
Logansport, Louisiana. Brothers-in-law Joe and Bill Matthews; Sister-in-Law Joellen Wilke.
Family and friends of Debbie would like to thank the doctors and nursing staff on the fourth and seventh
floor at UTMB for their excellent care and kindness
The family requests that memorials be made to Central Middle/Ball High School Library Funds, c/o
Kathy Tramonte, Central Middle School, 3014 Sealy St. Galveston, TX 77550.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Matthews name.
GALVESTON-Deborah Polzin Matthews, 61, of Galveston, passed away Monday June 28, 2010, at her
home with family and friends by her side. . The family will be receiving friends at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home, 1201 Tremont St. Galveston, Tuesday evening June 29, 2010 from 4pm-7pm.
Debbie was born in Los Angeles, California on July 3, 1948. She was preceded in death by parents
Melvin and Helen Polzin.
Debbie graduated from Ball High School in 1966. She then went on to earn a Bachelors’ Degree in
Education from Lamar University, Class of 1970. Debbie worked as a dedicated Science Teacher for
Galveston Independent School District for over 36 years. Voted teacher of the year twice; Debbie was
passionate about teaching and her student’s success. Debbie was also a member of Alpha Delta
Kappa teachers’ sorority.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 28 years, Dan Matthews and son John Matthews; Brother
Robin Polzin and wife Dyann and their children Doug and Hailey; Mother-in- law Helen Matthews of
Logansport, Louisiana. Brothers-in-law Joe and Bill Matthews; Sister-in-Law Joellen Wilke.
Family and friends of Debbie would like to thank the doctors and nursing staff on the fourth and seventh
floor at UTMB for their excellent care and kindness
The family requests that memorials be made to Central Middle/Ball High School Library Funds, c/o
Kathy Tramonte, Central Middle School, 3014 Sealy St. Galveston, TX 77550.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Matthews name.
Arnold Frank Petitfils
GALVESTON - Arnold Frank Petitfils age 90 of Galveston, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, June
26, 2010 while at Cornerstone Hospital in Webster, Texas. Graveside services with Military Honors will
be held 2:30 P.M. Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at Houston National Cemetery under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston, Texas. The family will receive visitors from 5:00pm until 8:
00pm on Tuesday at the funeral home.
Arnold Frank Petitfils was born in Galveston, Texas on January 16, 1920. He attended the public
schools of Galveston and was a 1937 graduate of Ball High School. He then graduated from Texas A&M
University in 1941 and upon graduation he immediately went to Trinidad, BWI, where he served in the
United States Corps of Engineers fifteen months.
Arnold returned to the United States, married Evelyn Hauver Petitfils, and was sent to the European
Theater of WWII. He went into Normandy shortly after D-Day and went with Patton's Third Army and
Corps of Engineers across Europe. He wound up in Vienna, Austria where he was fortunate enough to
have his portrait painted by the world-famous artist, Thomas Richard Von Dreger (Hitler's artist).
Upon returning home to America he worked with the Corps of Engineers of Galveston. Arnold became
a major in the US Army Reserve and was co-owner and President of Butterowe Sheet Metal Works, Inc.,
where an historical marker has been placed on the Strand at 2309 Water celebrating the Historical
business and family name.
Arnold Petitfils was a member of the Galveston Rotary Club for twenty years. He was past master of
Harmony Lodge #6, AF & AM, and a Thirty-third Degree Scottish Rite Mason. He was also a member of
the Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church of Galveston his entire life. He said the most
important event of his life was “personally knowing Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.”
Arnold is survived by his wife, Evelyn Hauver Petitfils, two sons, Stephen Frank Petitfils and Kenneth
Charles Petitfils and one daughter, Adele Faye Petitfils Walker; 5 grandsons, Lance Walker, Clint
Walker, Brian Walker, II, Jacob Petitfils and Luke Petitfils. Also surviving are one niece, Jerolyn Bartosh
MacIntire and one nephew, Bruce Bartosh; two cousins Linda Quebe of Galveston and Shirley Hill
Wilson of Orange, Texas.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Petitfils name.
GALVESTON - Arnold Frank Petitfils age 90 of Galveston, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, June
26, 2010 while at Cornerstone Hospital in Webster, Texas. Graveside services with Military Honors will
be held 2:30 P.M. Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at Houston National Cemetery under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston, Texas. The family will receive visitors from 5:00pm until 8:
00pm on Tuesday at the funeral home.
Arnold Frank Petitfils was born in Galveston, Texas on January 16, 1920. He attended the public
schools of Galveston and was a 1937 graduate of Ball High School. He then graduated from Texas A&M
University in 1941 and upon graduation he immediately went to Trinidad, BWI, where he served in the
United States Corps of Engineers fifteen months.
Arnold returned to the United States, married Evelyn Hauver Petitfils, and was sent to the European
Theater of WWII. He went into Normandy shortly after D-Day and went with Patton's Third Army and
Corps of Engineers across Europe. He wound up in Vienna, Austria where he was fortunate enough to
have his portrait painted by the world-famous artist, Thomas Richard Von Dreger (Hitler's artist).
Upon returning home to America he worked with the Corps of Engineers of Galveston. Arnold became
a major in the US Army Reserve and was co-owner and President of Butterowe Sheet Metal Works, Inc.,
where an historical marker has been placed on the Strand at 2309 Water celebrating the Historical
business and family name.
Arnold Petitfils was a member of the Galveston Rotary Club for twenty years. He was past master of
Harmony Lodge #6, AF & AM, and a Thirty-third Degree Scottish Rite Mason. He was also a member of
the Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church of Galveston his entire life. He said the most
important event of his life was “personally knowing Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.”
Arnold is survived by his wife, Evelyn Hauver Petitfils, two sons, Stephen Frank Petitfils and Kenneth
Charles Petitfils and one daughter, Adele Faye Petitfils Walker; 5 grandsons, Lance Walker, Clint
Walker, Brian Walker, II, Jacob Petitfils and Luke Petitfils. Also surviving are one niece, Jerolyn Bartosh
MacIntire and one nephew, Bruce Bartosh; two cousins Linda Quebe of Galveston and Shirley Hill
Wilson of Orange, Texas.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Petitfils name.
James Thompson
GALVESTON James Thompson age 54 of Galveston died Saturday, June 26, 2010 at the Abu Dhabi
Medical Center in Abu Dhabi City, UAE. Funeral services are 10:00 am Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock
under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral
home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Tuesday.
GALVESTON James Thompson age 54 of Galveston died Saturday, June 26, 2010 at the Abu Dhabi
Medical Center in Abu Dhabi City, UAE. Funeral services are 10:00 am Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home in Galveston. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock
under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at the funeral
home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Tuesday.
Marvin Oscar Jones, Sr.
GALVESTON: Marvin Oscar Jones, Sr. age 60 of Texas City passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at John
Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 1:00 pm Saturday, July 10, 2010 at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home in Galveston with Deacon Henry Herrera and Pastor Arnold Morton officiating. Burial will
follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home
from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Friday with a rosary to be recited at 6:30pm.
Marvin was born August 21, 1949 in Galveston, Texas to Willie Marvin Jones and Dora Jaurigue Jones.
He was a member of the Ball High School class of 1967 and worked many years as a heavy equipment
operator and foreman with the City of Galveston. Marvin was a member of the Abundant Life Church in
Galveston; he enjoyed camping, barbecuing and spending time with his family and his beloved pets,
“Goliath and Maxie.” Mr. Jones was an avid Dallas Cowboys Fan with a giant heart. Marvin will be dearly
missed by his family and many friends.
Preceded in death by his parents, survivors include his wife, Doris Garza Jones of Texas City;
daughters, Dora Michelle Jones of Pasadena, and Samantha Denise Jones of Galveston; sons, Willie
Marvin Jones and wife Laura of League City, and Marvin Oscar Jones, Jr. and wife Kassie of Texas City;
step sons, Anthony Joseph Kiamar, Jr., and Francisco Jose Rivera both of Texas City; sisters, Dolores
Hernandez and husband Frank, Consuelo Casarez, and Denise Jones Gonzalez and husband Tino, all
of Galveston; brothers, Edward A. Jones and wife Dee of Galveston, Dennis Michael Jones and Pamela
Gulis of Texas City, and Robert Paul Jones of Galveston; a devoted cousin, E.B. Jaurigue, Jr. of
Galveston; devoted aunt and uncle, Nora and Ed Brooks of Galveston; a godchild, Nicole Nadine Jones
of Galveston; 9 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and
friends.
Pallbearers are Dennis Jones, Robert Jones, Edward Jones, Tino Gonzalez, Willie Marvin Jones and
Marvin Oscar Jones, Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Anthony Joseph Kiamar, Jr., Francisco Jose Rivera,
and E.B. Jaurigue, Jr.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Jones name.
GALVESTON: Marvin Oscar Jones, Sr. age 60 of Texas City passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at John
Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 1:00 pm Saturday, July 10, 2010 at Carnes Brothers
Funeral Home in Galveston with Deacon Henry Herrera and Pastor Arnold Morton officiating. Burial will
follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home
from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Friday with a rosary to be recited at 6:30pm.
Marvin was born August 21, 1949 in Galveston, Texas to Willie Marvin Jones and Dora Jaurigue Jones.
He was a member of the Ball High School class of 1967 and worked many years as a heavy equipment
operator and foreman with the City of Galveston. Marvin was a member of the Abundant Life Church in
Galveston; he enjoyed camping, barbecuing and spending time with his family and his beloved pets,
“Goliath and Maxie.” Mr. Jones was an avid Dallas Cowboys Fan with a giant heart. Marvin will be dearly
missed by his family and many friends.
Preceded in death by his parents, survivors include his wife, Doris Garza Jones of Texas City;
daughters, Dora Michelle Jones of Pasadena, and Samantha Denise Jones of Galveston; sons, Willie
Marvin Jones and wife Laura of League City, and Marvin Oscar Jones, Jr. and wife Kassie of Texas City;
step sons, Anthony Joseph Kiamar, Jr., and Francisco Jose Rivera both of Texas City; sisters, Dolores
Hernandez and husband Frank, Consuelo Casarez, and Denise Jones Gonzalez and husband Tino, all
of Galveston; brothers, Edward A. Jones and wife Dee of Galveston, Dennis Michael Jones and Pamela
Gulis of Texas City, and Robert Paul Jones of Galveston; a devoted cousin, E.B. Jaurigue, Jr. of
Galveston; devoted aunt and uncle, Nora and Ed Brooks of Galveston; a godchild, Nicole Nadine Jones
of Galveston; 9 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and
friends.
Pallbearers are Dennis Jones, Robert Jones, Edward Jones, Tino Gonzalez, Willie Marvin Jones and
Marvin Oscar Jones, Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Anthony Joseph Kiamar, Jr., Francisco Jose Rivera,
and E.B. Jaurigue, Jr.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Jones name.
Darby Joseph Mouton
GALVESTON- Darby Joseph Mouton age 81 of Port Bolivar passed away early Friday morning, July 16,
2010 at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 10:00 am Monday, July 19, 2010 at First
United Methodist Church of Port Bolivar. Burial will follow at Port Bolivar Cemetery under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on
Sunday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Darby was born August 8, 1928 in Cankton, Louisiana to Martin Mouton and Sylvia Sovoie Mouton. He
worked Pile Driving Construction for many years before going to work for the County of Galveston in
Port Bolivar from where he retired.
Preceded in death by his parents, a step mother, a daughter, Judy Irene Mouton and a brother, Jackie
Wayne Mouton, survivors include his wife of 60 years, Odessa Lillian “Sis” Mouton; sons, Wayne
Mouton and wife Vicki of Port Bolivar, and James Mouton and wife Michelle of Houston; brother, Nathan
Mouton and wife Iva Nell of La Marque; sister, Authrine Shaw Filer and husband Joe Filer of La Marque,
6 grandchildren, numerous other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are Billy Bouse, Dean Bouse, Sidney Bouse, Chris Comeaux, Michael Comeaux, Eric
Mouton, Michael Mouton, and Brandon Seals.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to the Port Bolivar Cemetery Fund P.O. Box 885, Port
Bolivar, Texas 77650.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Mouton name.
GALVESTON- Darby Joseph Mouton age 81 of Port Bolivar passed away early Friday morning, July 16,
2010 at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 10:00 am Monday, July 19, 2010 at First
United Methodist Church of Port Bolivar. Burial will follow at Port Bolivar Cemetery under the direction of
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on
Sunday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Darby was born August 8, 1928 in Cankton, Louisiana to Martin Mouton and Sylvia Sovoie Mouton. He
worked Pile Driving Construction for many years before going to work for the County of Galveston in
Port Bolivar from where he retired.
Preceded in death by his parents, a step mother, a daughter, Judy Irene Mouton and a brother, Jackie
Wayne Mouton, survivors include his wife of 60 years, Odessa Lillian “Sis” Mouton; sons, Wayne
Mouton and wife Vicki of Port Bolivar, and James Mouton and wife Michelle of Houston; brother, Nathan
Mouton and wife Iva Nell of La Marque; sister, Authrine Shaw Filer and husband Joe Filer of La Marque,
6 grandchildren, numerous other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are Billy Bouse, Dean Bouse, Sidney Bouse, Chris Comeaux, Michael Comeaux, Eric
Mouton, Michael Mouton, and Brandon Seals.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to the Port Bolivar Cemetery Fund P.O. Box 885, Port
Bolivar, Texas 77650.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Mouton name.
Ramona Guzman
GALVESTON: Ramona Guzman passed from this life Friday July 16, 2010. She moves to the heavens
with our Lord and family who wait for her.
Funeral services will be held 10 AM Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at St. Patrick Catholic church in
Galveston with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston. Visitation will be from 5 PM to 8 PM
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home and a Rosary will be recited at 6:30 PM also
on Tuesday.
She was horn in San Antonio, TX. A resident of Galveston for 44 yrs. Retiring from (J.T.M.B.
She is preceded in death by her husband Joe H. Guzman of 50 years marriage. Parents, Isabel and
Lorenzo Guzman. Brothers and sisters, Pete, Lorenzo Jr., Jacob, Minerva, Patricia, Angelita, Delia and
Herminia.
Survivors include Sisters Aurora Gatlin, Alicia Silva. Daughters, Elizabeth and husband Leo
Gonzalez, Belinda Jo Guzman, and son Alan Rojas Sr. and grandchildren Margo and husband Bruce
Loyd, Alan Jr. and wife Ramona Rojas, John Alexander, Angela and husband Richard Sedgwick, David,
Steven, and Candice Zamora. Great grandchildren Brett. Ein, Nicolas, Brooke, Jennifer, Nicholas, Kora,
David, Lexi, Isbela, Reese, Veronica, Rickey, Dejia, Mia Ramona, Joe, Jadan.
She attended High school in San Antonio, Texas. where she finished with honors. She received an
Associates Degree in Business with honors from Galveston College. Was a member of the Phi Beta
Kappa club. Retired from U.T.M.B. after twentyfive years of service, where she leaves behind two books
at (J.T.M.B. Library dedicated in her honor.
Serving as pallbearers are Lucio Aguilar Jr., Sylvester Campos, Alan Rojas Jr., Bruse Loyd, Robert P.
Cruz, and Robert M. Quintero.
Honorary Paul Bearers: Mr. David Alan Zamora & Mr. Steven Joseph Zamora
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Guzman name.
GALVESTON: Ramona Guzman passed from this life Friday July 16, 2010. She moves to the heavens
with our Lord and family who wait for her.
Funeral services will be held 10 AM Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at St. Patrick Catholic church in
Galveston with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston. Visitation will be from 5 PM to 8 PM
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home and a Rosary will be recited at 6:30 PM also
on Tuesday.
She was horn in San Antonio, TX. A resident of Galveston for 44 yrs. Retiring from (J.T.M.B.
She is preceded in death by her husband Joe H. Guzman of 50 years marriage. Parents, Isabel and
Lorenzo Guzman. Brothers and sisters, Pete, Lorenzo Jr., Jacob, Minerva, Patricia, Angelita, Delia and
Herminia.
Survivors include Sisters Aurora Gatlin, Alicia Silva. Daughters, Elizabeth and husband Leo
Gonzalez, Belinda Jo Guzman, and son Alan Rojas Sr. and grandchildren Margo and husband Bruce
Loyd, Alan Jr. and wife Ramona Rojas, John Alexander, Angela and husband Richard Sedgwick, David,
Steven, and Candice Zamora. Great grandchildren Brett. Ein, Nicolas, Brooke, Jennifer, Nicholas, Kora,
David, Lexi, Isbela, Reese, Veronica, Rickey, Dejia, Mia Ramona, Joe, Jadan.
She attended High school in San Antonio, Texas. where she finished with honors. She received an
Associates Degree in Business with honors from Galveston College. Was a member of the Phi Beta
Kappa club. Retired from U.T.M.B. after twentyfive years of service, where she leaves behind two books
at (J.T.M.B. Library dedicated in her honor.
Serving as pallbearers are Lucio Aguilar Jr., Sylvester Campos, Alan Rojas Jr., Bruse Loyd, Robert P.
Cruz, and Robert M. Quintero.
Honorary Paul Bearers: Mr. David Alan Zamora & Mr. Steven Joseph Zamora
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Guzman name.
Daniel Alan Polk
GALVESTON- Daniel Alan Polk age 17 of Galveston passed away early Friday morning, July 16, 2010
at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 10:00 am Thursday, July 22, 2010 at
Galveston Bible Church Reverend Clay Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in
Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive
visitors at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Daniel was born August 3, 1992 in Galveston, Texas to Genaro Puente, III and Elizabeth G. Polk. He
was a 2010 graduate of Ball High School where he excelled in art and was in the ROTC. Daniel was
soon to be the proud father of a baby boy when his life was prematurely ended. He was looking
forward to joining the U.S. Navy and going to school to study to become a Chiropractor. Daniel was
raised in the Galveston Bible Church under Pastor Clay Thomas and was currently attending the
Island Church with his fiancé and mother of his child, Melissa Archuleta.
Survivors include his fiancé, Melissa Archuleta; his mother, Elizabeth G. Polk-Hotel; father, Genaro
Puente, III all of Galveston; sister, Valencia “Bunny” Puente of Dallas; brothers, Jacob Polk of
Galveston, Brian Polk of Houston, Larry Puente and Isaiah Puente of Galveston; numerous other
relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are Anthony Aleman, Brian Polk, Ira Johnson, IV, Jacob Polk, .
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Polk name.
GALVESTON- Daniel Alan Polk age 17 of Galveston passed away early Friday morning, July 16, 2010
at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Funeral services are 10:00 am Thursday, July 22, 2010 at
Galveston Bible Church Reverend Clay Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in
Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston. The family will receive
visitors at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Daniel was born August 3, 1992 in Galveston, Texas to Genaro Puente, III and Elizabeth G. Polk. He
was a 2010 graduate of Ball High School where he excelled in art and was in the ROTC. Daniel was
soon to be the proud father of a baby boy when his life was prematurely ended. He was looking
forward to joining the U.S. Navy and going to school to study to become a Chiropractor. Daniel was
raised in the Galveston Bible Church under Pastor Clay Thomas and was currently attending the
Island Church with his fiancé and mother of his child, Melissa Archuleta.
Survivors include his fiancé, Melissa Archuleta; his mother, Elizabeth G. Polk-Hotel; father, Genaro
Puente, III all of Galveston; sister, Valencia “Bunny” Puente of Dallas; brothers, Jacob Polk of
Galveston, Brian Polk of Houston, Larry Puente and Isaiah Puente of Galveston; numerous other
relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers are Anthony Aleman, Brian Polk, Ira Johnson, IV, Jacob Polk, .
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at www.carnesbrothers.
com/contactus. Please include the Polk name.
Judy Gail Broughton
GALVESTON- Judy Gail Broughton age 66 of Galveston passed away peacefully Thursday, July 22,
2010 at her residence in Galveston surrounded by her family. Funeral services are 10:00 am
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at First Lutheran Church Rev. Doug Guthier officiating. Burial will follow at
Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family
will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Judy was born December 12, 1943 in San Angelo, Texas to Grandville Walker and Leona Low
Walker. She spent the majority of her life in Galveston and after receiving her GED from Ball High
School she obtained her diploma from the Galveston Business College. Before an automobile
accident in 1979, that left her paralyzed, she was employed as a bookkeeper at the Seahorse
Bowling Alley and A-1 Rents. Even after her accident, she continued to be involved in a variety of
activities including the Galveston Lassie League where she served on the board of directors.
Preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Glen Alton Walker, Judy was loved by everyone
especially her devoted husband of 42 years, Dennis Broughton of Galveston; her sister Treva Gibson
of Fort Worth; her daughters, and their husbands,, Cheryl Zvanja Zunker and John of League City,
Debbie Hopkins and Chris of Galveston, and Dawn (Dee Dee) Little and Bill of Corinth, Texas;
grandchildren, Kyle and Cory Zunker, Brooke and Addison Hopkins, Benjamin, Katie and Luke Little,
step grandchildren, Lyndsey and Allen Hopkins, numerous other relatives and friends.
Casket bearers are Troy Bermundez, Steve Thompson, Kyle Zunker, Cory Zunker, Allen Hopkins,
and Anthony Zvanja.
Flowers may be sent to the funeral home or donations may be sent to First Lutheran Church or a
charity of your choice.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Broughton name.
GALVESTON- Judy Gail Broughton age 66 of Galveston passed away peacefully Thursday, July 22,
2010 at her residence in Galveston surrounded by her family. Funeral services are 10:00 am
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at First Lutheran Church Rev. Doug Guthier officiating. Burial will follow at
Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. The family
will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Judy was born December 12, 1943 in San Angelo, Texas to Grandville Walker and Leona Low
Walker. She spent the majority of her life in Galveston and after receiving her GED from Ball High
School she obtained her diploma from the Galveston Business College. Before an automobile
accident in 1979, that left her paralyzed, she was employed as a bookkeeper at the Seahorse
Bowling Alley and A-1 Rents. Even after her accident, she continued to be involved in a variety of
activities including the Galveston Lassie League where she served on the board of directors.
Preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Glen Alton Walker, Judy was loved by everyone
especially her devoted husband of 42 years, Dennis Broughton of Galveston; her sister Treva Gibson
of Fort Worth; her daughters, and their husbands,, Cheryl Zvanja Zunker and John of League City,
Debbie Hopkins and Chris of Galveston, and Dawn (Dee Dee) Little and Bill of Corinth, Texas;
grandchildren, Kyle and Cory Zunker, Brooke and Addison Hopkins, Benjamin, Katie and Luke Little,
step grandchildren, Lyndsey and Allen Hopkins, numerous other relatives and friends.
Casket bearers are Troy Bermundez, Steve Thompson, Kyle Zunker, Cory Zunker, Allen Hopkins,
and Anthony Zvanja.
Flowers may be sent to the funeral home or donations may be sent to First Lutheran Church or a
charity of your choice.
Friends may sign the register book and send the family condolences at
www.carnesbrothers.com/contactus. Please include the Broughton name.
Lillian Marie Allen
GALVESTON- Lillian Marie Allen age 90 of Galveston crossed over to the other side with peace and
total healing, Friday, July 23, 2010 at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital in Houston, Texas and
will be missed immensely by all those who loved and cherished a lifetime of memories especially
her best friend, her daughter. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Friday, July 30,
2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home 1201 Tremont in Galveston, and also Saturday, July 31, 2010
at Lakewood Church in the New Beginning Chapel from 10:00-11:00am. Funeral services will follow
at 11:00 am. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston, Texas under the direction of Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home.
Our dearly beloved Lillian Marie Allen was born May 19, 1920 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She
was the second of seven children born to the late Willie and Geneva Tyler. Her parents moved to
Galveston, Texas when she was five years old. She was educated in the Galveston Public School
System.
She met and fell in love with her soul mate Rev. Willie Allen, Sr. and were united in holy
matrimony September 28, 1946 and from this union a son Willie Jr. and daughter Corliss were born.
Lillian Allen was a faithful wife for 54 glorious years when God called her soul mate home.
Mrs. Allen was employed at Central High School where she worked for many years. An early
retirement gave her an opportunity to be a stay at home mom helping her children with their
homework and taking time every night to prepare Willie Jr. and Corliss for School the next day. Her
children looked forward to a hot breakfast every morning.
She was a member of Bible Days Revival Church where she served as an usher to Apostle E. W.
Wilcots and president of the Pastor’s Aid. Rev. Allen served as Assistant Pastor at Bible Days until
God called him to pastor the Spiritual True Church Family making Mrs. Allen the first lady where they
served for 23 years. As a first lady, she served faithfully with passion, patience, and commitment. She
was devoted to her family, church and friends. She was affiliated with several local organizations.
After her husband was called home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2000, Mrs. Allen moved to
Houston in 2001 to live with her daughter. She soon joined the Lakewood Church family with her
daughter and became a faithful greeter and member of the Young at Heart for seniors. She believed
in the Word of God and stood as a mighty woman of faith sharing her wisdom, love and
encouragement everywhere she went.
She traveled to many cities and states with her daughter with pure excitement sharing the Word
of God. Business trips soon became an opportunity to speak a word into someone’s life. The two
became like twins going to church and everywhere together-side by side.
Mrs. Allen is preceded in death by her loving parents, Willie and Geneva Tyler, her devoted
husband, Rev. Willie Allen, Sr.; her sisters, Jessie and Thelma, her brothers, Edward, William (Bill),
Nathan and Joseph; her son, Willie Allen Jr.; her nephew, Charles Williams II; and a great-
granddaughter LaTaysia Jiles. She leaves to cherish in memory her faithful daughter, Corliss Allen
Rabb; her daughter in law, Carolyn Allen; granddaughter, Sherita Jiles; great-granddaughter,
LaSharra Jiles; grand-Goddaughter, Ameerah Jackson; grand-Godsons, Trajoun and Kaleb
Johnson; Spiritual-daughters, Felecia Briscoe; and the triplet’s, Deidra, Dadra and Donna, as well as
a host of admiring nieces, nephews, cousins and friends all of whom she truly loved and was
extremely proud to call their names.
GALVESTON- Lillian Marie Allen age 90 of Galveston crossed over to the other side with peace and
total healing, Friday, July 23, 2010 at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital in Houston, Texas and
will be missed immensely by all those who loved and cherished a lifetime of memories especially
her best friend, her daughter. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Friday, July 30,
2010 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home 1201 Tremont in Galveston, and also Saturday, July 31, 2010
at Lakewood Church in the New Beginning Chapel from 10:00-11:00am. Funeral services will follow
at 11:00 am. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston, Texas under the direction of Carnes
Brothers Funeral Home.
Our dearly beloved Lillian Marie Allen was born May 19, 1920 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She
was the second of seven children born to the late Willie and Geneva Tyler. Her parents moved to
Galveston, Texas when she was five years old. She was educated in the Galveston Public School
System.
She met and fell in love with her soul mate Rev. Willie Allen, Sr. and were united in holy
matrimony September 28, 1946 and from this union a son Willie Jr. and daughter Corliss were born.
Lillian Allen was a faithful wife for 54 glorious years when God called her soul mate home.
Mrs. Allen was employed at Central High School where she worked for many years. An early
retirement gave her an opportunity to be a stay at home mom helping her children with their
homework and taking time every night to prepare Willie Jr. and Corliss for School the next day. Her
children looked forward to a hot breakfast every morning.
She was a member of Bible Days Revival Church where she served as an usher to Apostle E. W.
Wilcots and president of the Pastor’s Aid. Rev. Allen served as Assistant Pastor at Bible Days until
God called him to pastor the Spiritual True Church Family making Mrs. Allen the first lady where they
served for 23 years. As a first lady, she served faithfully with passion, patience, and commitment. She
was devoted to her family, church and friends. She was affiliated with several local organizations.
After her husband was called home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2000, Mrs. Allen moved to
Houston in 2001 to live with her daughter. She soon joined the Lakewood Church family with her
daughter and became a faithful greeter and member of the Young at Heart for seniors. She believed
in the Word of God and stood as a mighty woman of faith sharing her wisdom, love and
encouragement everywhere she went.
She traveled to many cities and states with her daughter with pure excitement sharing the Word
of God. Business trips soon became an opportunity to speak a word into someone’s life. The two
became like twins going to church and everywhere together-side by side.
Mrs. Allen is preceded in death by her loving parents, Willie and Geneva Tyler, her devoted
husband, Rev. Willie Allen, Sr.; her sisters, Jessie and Thelma, her brothers, Edward, William (Bill),
Nathan and Joseph; her son, Willie Allen Jr.; her nephew, Charles Williams II; and a great-
granddaughter LaTaysia Jiles. She leaves to cherish in memory her faithful daughter, Corliss Allen
Rabb; her daughter in law, Carolyn Allen; granddaughter, Sherita Jiles; great-granddaughter,
LaSharra Jiles; grand-Goddaughter, Ameerah Jackson; grand-Godsons, Trajoun and Kaleb
Johnson; Spiritual-daughters, Felecia Briscoe; and the triplet’s, Deidra, Dadra and Donna, as well as
a host of admiring nieces, nephews, cousins and friends all of whom she truly loved and was
extremely proud to call their names.
