On Sunday, July 14, 2019, James Michael Kross passed away peacefully in his home in Webster, Texas. James was born on August 18, 1953 in Riverhead, New York to Edward and Alexandra Kross. He was the youngest of four siblings. After graduating from Patchogue High School in 1972, he served three years in the United States Army. In the early eighties, James moved to Texas. He was united in marriage with Helen Kathleen Kross and to this union two daughters were born, Michelle and Renee. He supported his family by working as a water and wastewater operator until he retired. James was a Christian who enjoyed sharing his faith with…

Mina Faye Schroeder was born on August 15th, 1923 to William Theodore White & Jennie Massengill White in Morris Chapel, Tennessee.  She departed this life on July 15th, 2019 after a lengthy illness. Faye grew up on a farm in rural Tennessee in the days before electricity with her older brothers Wendell & Wayne White, spending a few fondly-remembered years in Oklahoma as a child, before returning to Tennessee.  She came to Texas during World War II, working in Galveston for American National Insurance, then for a real estate agency in the booming town of Texas City.  She was just a few blocks away from the waterfront during the Texas…

Elise Samuelson Roach August 25, 1963 – July 14, 2019 Highland Park, Illinois – Galveston, Texas Elise Samuelson Roach, 55, died July 15, 2019, in Galveston, Texas. A memorial service is scheduled for 11 am on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Faith Lutheran Church in Dickinson, Texas. Elise Irene Samuelson was born August 25, 1963, in Highland Park, Illinois to Gene Howard Samuelson and Joan Irene Glidewell Samuelson. Her father was a Lutheran Minister and Neurosurgeon from Chicago, Illinois. Her mother, an operator and elder-hostile aide from Kokomo, Indiana.  They settled in Galveston in 1969. Elise had a loving and creative spirit that could not be contained. She graduated from…

Naomi Ann Whitaker, age 93, was a long-time resident of Houston, TX. She was born on May 27, 1926, in Memphis, TN, which is also where she was raised and graduated from high school. Naomi married the man that made her smile every day and was her best friend, Joseph C. Whitaker, Sr. They were blessed with three wonderful children: Diana (Dee), Clayton (Clay), and Glen. The name “Naomi” in Hebrew means “pleasant,” and that describes our Naomi to a tee! She had a God-given pleasantness that touched all who knew her. She was a cheerful and happy person with a contagious smile, a heart full of love, the quickest…

Benjamin Galvan, a resident of Pearland, TX passed away July 13, 2019. Benjamin was born May 1, 1974 in Galveston, TX to Reynaldo and Mary Galvan. Benjamin loved to gamble and listen to music and he attended St. Helen Catholic Church, but nothing made him have more joy than his one grandchild, Jonah. Benjamin is preceded in death by his father. Benjamin leaves behind his wife Lisa Galvan; sons: Benjamin Galvan Jr. and Frank Galvan; stepdaughters: Danielle Martinez and Angelina Watson; grandchild, Jonah McMillian; mother, Mary Galvan; sisters: Terri Lopez and Roxanne Walden; brother, Rey Galvan Jr, wife Hope. There will be a visitation Wednesday, July 17, 2019 from 5-8…

Elizabeth Ann Bailey (Alarid), age 71, passed away July 11, 2019 peacefully. She was a “BOI” born November 8, 1947 in Galveston, Texas to Vincent & Francis Alarid which both have proceeded her in death several years ago. Elizabeth was a graduate from La Marque High School soon following, married James W. Bailey moved to Houston, Texas and started a family.  She moved to Texas City, Texas over 40 years ago, divorced and remained in Texas City until her passing. She was a devoted Catholic and member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Texas City, Texas. Elizabeth was a dedicated employee for Dr. Ruben & Bright Optometrists for over 20…

    Gwendolyn Marie Goodman, beloved wife, mother, MiMi, great MiMi, 84, of Galveston, TX passed away in Hitchcock, TX on July 9, 2019.  Gwendolyn was born in Galveston on February 3, 1935 to Franklin and Evelyn Guyer.  She has been a lifelong resident of Galveston and a member of First Lutheran Church. Gwendolyn worked for over 40 years for Moody Methodist Day School, first as a teacher and later in the office as a secretary.  Gwen enjoyed trips with her brother and sister in law and looked forward to their annual family New Braunfels trip.  Gwen & Neil would travel to the Bluebonnet Festival each year where Gwen would…

Ruben Martinez Tristan, 65, a resident of Houston, TX passed away with his family by his side July 3, 2019. Ruben was born January 2, 1954, in Carrizo Springs, TX to Francisco and Rita Tristan. Ruben will be remembered by family and friends as a loving father, grandfather, and friend. He will truly be missed by everyone who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents Francisco and Rita Tristan; sisters: Anastasia, Estefana, Juanita brothers: Mario, Daniel, Francisco, Mario, Jose, Filimon. Ruben leaves behind to cherish his memories: daughter, Leslie Tristan-Cantu, husband Joe; sons: Francisco “Cisco” Tristan, wife Mercedes and Joseph Tristan; grandchildren: Kaila Tristan, Korah Tristan, Trista…

Mrs. Ann (Anna May) Taylor, beloved wife and mother, was called home to Heaven on Thursday, July 11, 2019. She is the first born to the late Florence Catherine (Pfeiffer) and Mark (Marcellinus) James Sheetz of Alpha, New Jersey. Ann is a graduate of Saints Phillip and James High School in Phillipsburg, New Jersey. Following high school, Ann became an employee of the Seamproof Corporation, in their parachute department, from mid-1942 through early 1944. In late 1944 she became employed by the Desreau Corporation, a lingerie manufacturer, until the spring of 1956 at which point, she resigned, married First Lieutenant John T. Taylor, a United States Air Force Pilot. The…

Patricia Sue Tyrrell Harrity, 88, of Angleton, Texas, a former longtime resident of Sweeny, Texas, died of natural causes on July 5, 2019. Patricia was born June 8, 1931, to Thomas Walter and Leona Sue Fisk Tyrrell in Chicago, Illinois. She graduated later in life from University of Houston Clear Lake, BS Accounting, and worked as Vice President of Technology at Texas Gulf Bank for many years. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harry L. Harrity, and sister Dorothy Lois Buchanan and husband Joe. She leaves behind to cherish her memory daughters Sue Harrity Powell and husband Don, and Ann Elizabeth Reans and husband Gary; son Henry…

Christopher Lee Russell, 42, of Dickinson, Texas passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 6, 2019.  Christopher was born November 13, 1976 to Grady Longbotham and Peggy Russell in Galveston, Texas.  Christopher served his country in the U S Navy, he was a proud member of the III Percenters, and worked in construction. In his free time, he loved the outdoors, he was an avid camper, hunter, and fisher.  He had a special affinity for water and the beach. Christopher was preceded in death by his mother. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his Fiancé, Catherine Cumpston and her daughters Kristen Taylor Cumpston, Leeann Paige Cumpston, and Isabel Naomi Cumpston;…

Cledith Marie Harmon (Sistrunk) May 1, 1931 ~ July 9, 2019 Cledith died peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, July 9, 2019.  She was 88 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, 3 sisters and a great grandchild.  She leaves behind her husband of 50 years Lawerence  (Bubba) Harmon, 3 daughters Kay Bryant, Fay Richardson, Pamela Stafford ( Steve), 1 son Travis Shipley (Paula) 12 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, 7 great-great grandchildren, sister-in-law Sprank Harmon, brother-in-law Floyd Harmon (Margie) and many nieces and nephews she loved very much. Cledith was a member of Northside Baptist Church in Texas City. A visitation will be on…

Joseph Ignatius Johnson, 86 of Dickinson, TX, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2019. Joseph was born to Joseph Lawrence Johnson and Isabel Mary Johnson, September 12, 1933, in Galveston, TX.  He graduated from Kirwin Catholic High School in 1951.  Joseph proudly served his country in the United States Navy.  Joseph I. Johnson and Leona Schlegel were united in marriage in 1953 and they lived together in La Marque, Texas for 40 years, and then moved to Dickinson, TX. Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Leona Johnson, his three children: Lorelei Catherine Stanton, Mary Ellen Johnson and Jolene Annette Stapleton.  He also leaves to cherish his memory four grandchildren,…

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Brian Flick, 45, of League City, TX passed Saturday July 6th, 2019. Brian was born to Paul & Jeanette Flick at St. Mary’s Hospital in Galveston, TX on September 28th, 1973. Brian is survived by his parents, Paul and Jeanette Flick of League City, TX previously of La Marque, TX, Brother Steven Flick and wife Kerrie, sister Suzanne Scalise and husband Stephen, and his nephews Logan, Landon, and niece Michele Scalise. He is also survived by numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins. Brian is a 1992 graduate of La Marque Highschool he also attended Blinn College at Bryan/College Station where he was a member of the Delta Upsilon Fraternity. Brian loved…

Lawrence (Lee) Plasek, Jr., passed away on July 2, 2019 in Webster, TX at the age of 58.  Lawrence was born on January 31, 1961 in Texas City, TX to Lawrence Leroy Plasek, Sr., and Susan Gale Pourchot. He was a firefighter for the Texas City Fire Department who retired after 30 years of service.  Also, Lawrence was a member of the International Association of Firefighters.  Furthermore, he was an instructor for College of the Mainland Fire Academy.  His hobbies were avid gun collecting, motorcycle riding, riding in his Jeep, collecting commemorative aviation art, bonsai tree, his beloved Cocker Spaniel Harley, hiking, reading and discussing history, rock collecting, camping, spending…

  Patrick James Walsh, of League City, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2019 in League City, Texas at the age of 81.  He was born on December 16, 1937. Patrick is preceded in death by his parents and his sisters Roberta Halinski and Mary Penino. He is survived by his wife Sonia Walsh and daughter Carmina Bell, sons Patrick James Walsh Jr and Robert and his wife Samatra Walsh, Grandchildren Gavin Bell, Alexander Walsh, Daniel Engel, Patrick Rene Walsh, Roberta Walsh and Sami Walsh. Pallbears will be Robert Walsh, Alexander Walsh, Patrick Walsh, George Blumenthanl, Ernesto Saravia and Mario Ambar Sanchez.  The Family will receive friends on Monday, July…

Guadalupe Vela, 55, of Houston, TX passed away July 5, 2019 in Houston. Guadalupe was born on August 16, 1963 in Gary, IN to Cristobal and Ana Maria Vela. Ms. Vela has been a lifelong resident of Houston and a member of the Pentecostals of Pearland. She will be dearly missed by her family, but they are holding on strongly to the belief that she is praising and worshipping without restraint and affliction! She was a woman of God who was once lost, but greatly loved and accepted by her Savior. Her life has been such a testament to the mercy, faithfulness, and unrelenting love of her Father, with whom…