Joe F. Palermo, 100, a native and resident of Dickinson, Texas, passed away on December 3, 2019, after a brief illness.   He was born March 1, 1919 as one of seven children to Frank and Rose (Augustine) Palermo. Joe married his childhood sweetheart, Rosie Menotti of Dickinson, Texas in 1941. On January 1, 1942, he was inducted into the U.S. Army, World War II. and stationed in Belgium, Europe. He was wounded in Belgium and honorably discharged on January 1, 1945. Upon his return to Dickinson, he and his wife Rosie owned and operated several businesses: Grey Mule Grocery, Palermo Grocery, Palermo Auto Parts, and Bargain Center Furniture. He was…

Terry Wayne Lunsford passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at his home in Alvin, TX. Terry was born on October 25, 1955. Growing up with 4 sisters in Pasadena, he loved his family and went on to father 3 sons of his own. He was a loyal employee, working as a supervisor at Lyondellbasell for 35 years. He found his true calling later in life, as he became an amazing grandfather, affectionately known as “Pappy.” He lived his life just the way he wanted–feet up in a recliner, watching old Westerns with a cold Pepsi in his hand. He wore himself out playing with his 11 grandchildren every chance…

Jerry Boyd Bienvenue, 63, of Santa Fe passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019 in Santa Fe.  He was born on February 25, 1956 in Port Arthur, Texas to Francis and Frances Bienvenue. Jerry retired from Marathon Oil Company. He is preceded in death by his parents.  Jerry is survived by his brother Steven Bienvenue, his step-daughter Shaunce Bradshaw, grandchildren and other family, friends and co-workers. A Celebration of Life will be at 1:00pm on Sunday, December 8, 2019 at the First Baptist Church of Arcadia in Santa Fe, Texas. In lieu of flowers, the Jerry Bienvenue Memorial has been established towards Process Tech Degree Scholarship for those wishing to…

FLOYD  KENNETH OLANYK A son of a Massachusetts dairy farmer and orchardist, Floyd Kenneth Olanyk, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019.    Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas J. Olanyk and Marjorie Morganthal Olanyk, and brother, Charles Olanyk.   Survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Sherry Jo Brandl Olanyk; son, Shawn, wife, Jennifer, and granddaughter, Ava Grace, of Spring, TX; his brothers, Thomas V. Olanyk and Eugene Olanyk and sisters, Nancy Pierce Mooney and Joyce Zraunig. Ken was born in Greenfield, Massachusetts. He graduated from Frontier Regional High School, South Deerfield, Massachusetts, class of 1963. He became a Registered Radiologic Technologist, from the Franklin County Hospital, School…

Keith White Herzogenrath, 73, of Bayou Vista, TX passed away on Monday, December 2, 2019 in Webster, Texas.  He was born September 19, 1946 in St. Louis, MO to Ferdinand and Doris Herzogenrath. A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm on Wednesday, December 11,  2019                  at La Marque City Cemetery in La Marque, TX., with Father Chacko Puthumayil officiating. The post Keith White Herzogenrath appeared first on Crowder Funeral Home.

Barbara Agnes Krider, 72, a life long resident of Galveston, TX passed away on November 30, 2019 in Galveston, TX. Barbara was born in Tampa, FL on April 15, 1947 to J.F. “Roddy” and Onelia Rodriguez. Barbara rejoins her husband Michael M. Krider; parents and her brother, Richard “Leslie” Rodriguez. Barbara leaves behind her daughter, Valarie Zimmerman, husband Trey; grandchildren: Andrew Torralba and Jordyn Zimmerman; sister, Aurora Cotter. The post Barbara Agnes Krider appeared first on Crowder Funeral Home.

George Bassett Dotson died peacefully at home on November 30, 2019. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri to Rex and Ethel Dotson on September 15, 1942. The family later moved to Sour Lake, Kansas, near Atchison. After graduating from high school, he worked for the Atchison-Topeka Railroad, sorting mail and tossing the mail bags on the platforms as the train slowed. He enlisted in the Air Force Reserve and later went to work for A&E (American Electric). He traveled the eastern US installing telephone equipment for General Telephone and Electric (GTE, now Verizon). This job brought him to Dickinson, TX where he met Linda Carlisle and married her 3…

Kevin Michael Bob was born in Long Beach, CA on November 8, 1993. He passed away unexpectedly in Tempe, Arizona November 4, 2019, at the age of 25. He was born to Stephen and Barbara (Dean) Bob and is a younger brother to Sarah. He is predeceased by paternal grandparents Beverly “Bud” & Isabel Bob and is survived by maternal grandparents Charles & Patricia Dean along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. Kevin spent his first four+ years in Los Angeles, CA, but nearly all of Kevin’s life was lived in the Clear Lake area of Houston, TX. He attended Brookwood Elementary, Space Center Intermediate and graduated from…

Santos “Shorty” De La Cruz, 91, resident of Bacliff Texas passed away November 27, 2019. He was born in Mission, Texas May 26, 1928. He was a butcher by trade and later in life worked as owner of his own landscaping business. He was a hardworking man, always wanting to provide for family. He loved being around people and there was never a stranger he met. He had amazing people skills and that’s what made him special. His beliefs were, God first, family and friends. Santos was a member of Pine Drive Baptist church where later he was baptized. He loved going to church. During the week days he would…

Laura Kay Simmons, 58, of Seabrook, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2019, in Webster.  Laura was born February 21, 1961, in Texas City, to John and Betty Howell. Laura was a Fire Watcher at Chemical and Oil plants and a member of the Westhaven Church of Christ, in Texas City.  Laura was preceded in death by her parents, She is survived by her daughter: Miranda Thomas (Victor) of Webster; two sons: Justin Simmons of Seabrook and Jason Bush of Magnolia; five sisters: Karen Baker of San Leon, Elizabeth Villarreal of Baytown, Melissa Drew (Buddy) of Texas City, Debra Maraj of Illinois, and Charlene Howell of Fort Worth; four brothers:  Timothy…

Mary Helen Andrich was born in Fort Worth, Texas on November 25, 1929. She was the only child of Albert and Nellie (Horton) O’Neil. She passed away early Sunday morning, November 24, 2019, one day before her 90th Birthday. Her Daddy owned a cigar store in Fort Worth and her Mother was the State Treasurer of Agriculture in the Farmers Union. She graduated from the University of Texas in Austin in 1950 where she received a Bachelor of Arts Degree. She met her future husband, Stephen Andrich, at a school dance. Stephen was attending Texas A&M at the time. They were later married and eventually celebrated their 65th Anniversary. Growing…

Mary Ann Elizabeth Terrebonne, 81, of League City, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2019, in League City.  Mary Ann was born September 19, 1938, in Galveston, Texas, to Mary Anna and Adolph S. Terrebonne, Sr.  She was a member of the Peace Lutheran Church, and worked as a Book Keeper for many years.   Mary Ann is preceded in death by her parents; her husbands: Virgil (Wimpy) Reichle, retired United States Air Force, married  21 years and Ralph Fitzgerald; one brother: Adolph S. Terrebonne, Jr.  Mary Ann is survived by three daughters: Nancy Reichle Pelton of Houston, Cathy Harp (Randy) of Santa Fe, and Susan Goodwin (Richard) of League City; one…

Stuart Douglas Pattison, of League City, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 in League City, Texas at the age of 67.  He was born on January 19, 1952 in Nassau Boulevard, New York to Douglas and Bernice Pattison. He is survived by his wife Charlene Pattison, daughters Kacie and husband Bruce and Kellie and husband Ryan, three Sons Buck and Erika, Clint and wife Danielle and William, Sister Barbra and two brothers Rick and his wife Gerrette and Bruce Pattison and four grandchildren.  The Family will receive friends on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 12:00 pm with a Ceremony at 1:00 pm at Crowder Funeral Home,…

Allen Dale Armstrong passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the age of 74. He is preceded in death by his parents Milton and Judy Armstrong and son DeWayne King. Dale is survived by his wife of 43 years, Jo Ann, daughter Cindy Callihan and husband Mitch, daughter Melanie Bass, daughter Marissa Stidham and husband Steven, daughter in law Susan King and brothers David and Mike Armstrong. He also leaves behind to cherish his memories 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Dale was a veteran of the United States Army who proudly served his country, a follower of Jesus Christ, loving husband and father, and a friend to many.…

Leslie ‘Mac’ Phillips… hard worker, lady charmer, inappropriate-joke teller, Harley rider, gun-toter, horse-trader, bear-hugger, Wrangler wearer, boot scooter, story portrayer, hat-sporter, gadget inventor, penny pincher, candy lover, random-fact giver, family-forever Marine… graduated to heaven on November 22, 2019. Mac appeared on the scene September 21, 1943 in Newton, KS and the world was forever changed. He was welcomed into heaven 76 years later by his parents Woodrow Phillips, Cora & Jim Kehl and his sisters, Dianna Carlson, Dottie Keasling, & Dana Arnold. He is survived in legacy by his loving (and ‘per Mac’ perfect) daughter, Melissa Boudreaux; amazing son-in-law, Blaine Boudreaux; exemplary grandsons, Brendan and Brett Boudreaux; beautiful sisters, Donna…

Terry Walton Johnstone passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, November 19, 2019 surrounded by his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He was born December 20, 1941 in Rutherford, Tennessee to Anna Lou and William Benthel Johnstone. During his teen years the family moved to Iowa where he graduated from Burlington High School in 1959.  After a short career in the dry cleaning business he went to work for the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Service and traveled the United States as a land Surveyor.  While surveying the desert land now known as the Glen Canyon-Lake Powell recreational area he met Cathy Dirkmaat.  They married in 1962 and had…

It is with great sorrow that the Trahan Family must announce the death of Lynn Dale Watkins Trahan. She passed peacefully at home with her family on Thursday, November 21, 2019. Lynn was born in Mt. Holly, New Jersey on August 27, 1959 to her parents Nancy Elizabeth Watkins and Thomas Yewell Watkins. She was the third of six children. Lynn is survived by her husband, Donald Trahan, Sr., her children, Christina Tyler, and Elizabeth Quinn, her son-in-laws Gilbert Joseph Tyler, III and Andrew Quinn, her grandchild Jacob Tyler, her sisters Peggy Ann Cole and Anita Moore, and her brother-in-law Mike Moore. She is predeceased by her son, Donald Trahan,…

Frank Lawrence (Lance) Monteleone, beloved son of Frank and Ruth Monteleone, and brother of Stuart Mark Monteleone, passed away on November 15, 2019. Lance was a member of Who’s Who in American Junior Colleges, Phi Theta Alpha, Phi Kappa Phi, Alpha Chi, and Lambda Alpha Societies. Memorial service for Lance Monteleone will be held at St. Christopher Episcopal Church at 2508 St Christopher Ave, League City, TX 77573-4258, on November 23, 2019, at 3 pm. The post Frank Lawrence (Lance) Monteleone appeared first on Crowder Funeral Home.

Born on December 25, 1961 in Baltimore, Maryland, Randolph Scott Corbin, the son of Delores Janet White and William Potts Corbin passed away on October 27, 2019 in Tacoma, Washington. He was 57 years old at the time of passing. A veteran of the United States Air Force, Randy proudly served his country in the early eighties. An adventurer at heart, his career in avionics took him all around the world where he met many interesting people and experienced many different cultures. Later in his career as a private contractor he worked on aircraft in support of U.S. military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. A talented artist, Randy made music…

Paul George Ash, Jr. (66), of Dickinson, Texas, passed away on November 17, 2019. He was born in Galveston, Texas on May 26, 1953 to Ruth and Paul George Ash, Sr. Paul was a loving father, husband, brother and grandfather.  He is survived by his wife, Darlene Ash; daughters, Lucy (Josh) White, Niki Bird; and granddaughter, Vanessa Bird who will miss him greatly.  A retired attorney, Paul was an avid cyclist, literary scholar, all-state clarinetist and homing pigeon breeder.  He graduated with honors from La Marque High School, University of Houston, University of Michigan and University of Texas Law School.  After passing the bar, Paul practiced general and tort law…

Clinton G. Weber, 75, passed away on November 18, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Sandra S. Weber. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 6, 2019 at 11:00 am at Crowder Funeral Home – Webster, TX. The post Clinton G. Weber appeared first on Crowder Funeral Home.

Richard Allen Olsen, 71, of League City, TX, passed away November 29, 2019, in Webster, TX.  Richard was born June 19, 1948, to Donald and Elsie Olsen in Rensselaer, Indiana. Richard formerly lived in Elkhart, Indiana where he graduated from Elkhart High School. He proudly served his county in the U. S. Army and was a loyal member of Union Congregational Church in Hackensack, Minnesota. Richard will be remembered as a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. Richard was preceded in death by his parents.  He leaves behind to cherish his memory his brother Donald Olsen and wife Dolly; nieces and nephews Kevin Olsen, Shawn Price, Paula Price, and Troy…

Hong Nguyen Duc, né Hong Duc Nguyen, 84, died November 17, 2019 in Pasadena, Texas.  Mr. Nguyen was born May 29, 1935 in Vietnam.  He was in the Army of the Republic of Vietnam.  Mr. Nguyen moved to Houston, Texas in 1997 and was formerly of San Jose, California. Mr. Nguyen leaves behind his daughter, Christine Nguyen, husband Robert Daniels; son, Mike Nguyen, wife Rachel Mills; grandchildren: Layla Daniels, Eve Daniels and Lawrence Nguyen. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to: National Asian Pacific Center on Aging, www.napca.org/ or  Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601, website: www.alz.org The post Hong Nguyen Duc appeared first…

Jesslyn Demel, 78, passed away on November 16th, 2019 in Houston, Texas. She was born on February 24th, 1941 in Houston, Texas to Frank and Bessie Bell. Jesslyn is survived by her daughter, Leah Bennett ; son Peter Demel and wife, Rozette; numerous grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. She earned an associates degree from the University of Houston. Jesslyn worked as a secretary for Milchem Oil and Gas. She had a passion for readying and loved to travel. A viewing will be held on November 21st, 2019 at 8:30am at Crowder Funeral Home, 111 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster, TX 77598. The post Jesslyn Faye Demel appeared first on Crowder…

John Douglas Redden, Jr., 50, of San Leon, passed away November 11, 2019, in Texas City.  John was born November 20, 1968 to John Douglas, Sr., and Wanda Faye Redden in Texas City, TX.  He worked as a service technician for Mobile Modular for many years.  He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. John was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Paula Jo Whitaker, granddaughter Baillie Britt, and brother Steven Michael Redden. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 29 years, Margie Ann Blair Redden; daughter, Joanna Elliott and husband Toby; son, Brett Douglas Redden and partner Abel Hernandez; brother, Paul…

Donald Earl “Catfish” Whisenant 67, resident of Santa Fe, Texas passed from this life, November 15, 2019, with his family by his side. He was born in Selma, Alabama to proud and loving parents Buford and Vera Whisenant on February 3, 1952. He spent his career as a residential electrician, proud father, caring son and brother, and most of all adoring grandfather. “Catfish” leaves to cherish his memory, his daughter, Donnann Wainwright; step-son, Jerry Wayne Davis; six sisters; two brothers; four grandchildren as well as numerous friends. A celebration of is life will be at a later date. The post Donald Earl “Catfish” Whisenant appeared first on Crowder Funeral Home.

Darlene Lee Brown, of League City, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2019 in Friendswood, Texas at the age of 85.  She was born on February 11, 1934 in Chelyan, West Virginia to Coy and Lillian Brown. Darlene was a loving wife and mother. Over the years, she enjoyed spending time with family, gardening, and having outings with close friends. She is survived by her husband of 68 years Earl, her son David, daughter in law Michelle, and grandchildren Melissa and Bradley. She is precedent by death daughter Deborah Jean.  The Family will receive friends on Monday, November 25, 2019 at 5:00 PM with a Ceremony at 6:00 PM at Crowder…

Margaret M. Dennison, 59, of Webster, TX, passed away unexpectedly at home on Nov. 13th, 2019. Margaret was born on August 13th, 1960 in Corpus Christi, TX, daughter of Doris Miller and the late Lawrence Miller. Her husband, James E. Dennison precedes her in death. She is survived by mother Doris Miller and her children Michael Dennison and Virginia Crump. In life she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Houston Clear Lake and spent the majority of her life as a Laboratory Technician in gas and oil. She was a loving wife and mother who had a passion for music, art, and loved to be in…

Manuel Carballo, 62, of Deer Park, TX passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019 in Pasadena, TX.  Mr. Carballo was born on April 26, 1957 in Camagüey, Cuba to Carlos and Nieves Carballo. Manuel is survived by his wife Mireya Carballo; two daughters Vanessa Ann Paredes, husband Amos and Ivette Marie Diaz, husband Manuel; mother Nieves Carballo; brother Carlos Carballo; sister Mayra Alba, husband Felix; three grandchildren Amos Andres Paredes, Manuel Angel Diaz and Gabriel Maximiliano Diaz. There will be a visitation on Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Crowder Funeral Home at 2422 E. Broadway St. Pearland, TX 77581.  There will be a Funeral…

Barbara Quiroz, 79, resident of Galveston, Texas went home to be with her beloved Jesus on November 14, 2019. She was born June 24, 1940, to proud and loving parents, Russell and Bertha Bridges in Akron, Ohio. Barbara loved helping people. She pursued a career in social work.  It wasn’t long before she accepted a position as the Executive Director of the Women’s Crisis Center of Galveston, TX.  It is there she found her true calling.  Barbara remained there for over 15 years.  She instrumental in implementing the “Stalker Law” in the State of Texas. Barbara leaves behind to cherish her lifetime of memories, daughters, Beth White and husband Jerry,…

Elmer Laverne Keesler of League City, Texas passed away on November 14, 2019. He was born on February 5, 1925 in Creston Iowa. He is preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife, daughter Lynn Keesler and granddaughter Angela Leavitt. He is survived by his two sons and their wives Mark and Karen A. Keesler, Glenn and Michelle Keesler and his daughter and her husband Karen and Lynn York. He has 10 grandkids Shawn Keesler, Nicole Kirkley, Marcus Keesler, Chris Keesler, Kevin Keesler, Megan Toon, Daniel Schneider, Melanie Garcia, Scott Schneider and has 9 great grandkids Jaedyn, Maverick, Austin, Lyla, Kaylin, Makayla, Braydon, Skylar and Audrey. Elmer Keesler was…

Mckenna “Kenna” P. Kirk born October 10, 1997 passed away at her home in Hitchcock, TX November 16, 2019. She was a graduate of Santa Fe High School in 2016 and obtained her Certified Nursing Assistant license the same year. She was a proud “stay at home mom” and found fulfilment in caring for the elderly. She was looking forward to pursuing a career in nursing in the upcoming year. She was a natural born nurturer and she always loved to dance and cheer – she was a cheerleader for everyone who knew her. McKenna was outgoing, her laughter was contagious, and she lit up the room when she walked…

Dorothy M. Krejci, of League City, passed away in Thursday, November 14,2019 in League City, Texas at the age of 77.  She was born on September 29, 1942 to Peter and Evelyn Krejci.  Dorothy was a graduate of Robert E. Lee high school in Baytown Texas and received her business degree from The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. Following college, she went on to begin a career of 38 years as an International Flight Attendant for American Airlines. She lived in Chicago, Illinois for 30 years before moving back to her home state of Texas. She loved traveling the world with her sister Anita and many friends and family.…

Donald Reeves Green was born on November 25, 1939, to the late Reverend Willie Julius Green and Thelma Hambrick in Natural Bridge, VA. More specifically he was born in the basement of the Pentecostal Holiness Church built by his father. Don was always mechanically inclined, but not always successfully. One of the earliest stories his mother told about him started with a drive through the mountains of Virginia. Curious Donald decided to play with the handle of the rear door and managed to jostle it open. He then managed to fall out of the moving vehicle and roll down the side of the mountain. It remains unclear what impact this…

Born January 25, 1934 and died November 10, 2019. Connie was born in Bombay (now Mumbai), India, on January 25, 1934. She worked as a legal secretary. Her favorite hobby was sewing. She believed very strongly in the Catholic faith and was known to say prayers for all her family members. Connie was very sweet and kind to all she met. She was preceded in death by her parents, Victor Paul D’Souza and Clara Felicita D’Souza, brother, Alex D’Souza, and sister, Blanche D’Souza. She leaves behind her brothers, Douglas D’Souza, Egbert D’Souza, and Gerald D’Souza, sister, Flossie DeSouza, their spouses; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Connie was loved…

Robert Jeffrey Burkhart went to be with his Lord on November 12, 2019.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Aubrey Manuel Burkhart and Lorraine Jean Lorenz Burkhart and his beloved dog Lucky. Survived by his wife Helen Louise Burkhart daughter, Kristin Lynette VanHouten, granddaughter, Kaleigh Morgan VanHouten, sister, Cynthia Burkhart Ferrino and brother-in-law Michael Ferrino and numerous cousins. Robert was born on May 3, 1955, in Galveston, Texas to loving parents, Aubrey Manuel Burkhart and Lorraine Jean Lorenz Burkhart.  Robert grew up in Dickinson and graduated from Dickinson High School in 1973.  Robert graduated with a Finance Degree from Baylor University in 1978. He was a member of…

Amanda Raquel Uribe, 22, a 13 year resident of Clearlake, TX and Pearland, TX passed away suddenly November 12, 2019. Amanda was born December 14, 1996 to her loving parents, Rene and Nellie Uribe in 29 Palms, CA. Amanda was a member of Gateway Community Church, she graduated from Clear Brook High School in 2015, she was currently attending San Jacinto College and beginning her spring semester at Stephen F. Austin State University. Amanda is cherished by her parents Rene and Nellie Uribe; sister, Rebekkah Munoz, husband Richard; brother, Nicholas Uribe, partner Abigail Rogers; niece, Aaliyah Selena Munoz and Connie Anne Munoz; grandparents: Greg Hernandez, Flora Flores,  Santos and Dominga…

Gilbert Galvan, of Alvin, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2019 in Houston, Texas at the age of 68. He was born on December 27, 1950 in Galveston, Texas to Eugenio and Olivia Galvan. Gilbert worked as a carpenter for 10 years before retiring. He enjoyed watching football, boxing and The Price is Right as well as the Wheel of Fortune. Lot’s of times he said he won! He had much love for his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Eugene and Olivia Galvan, brothers Eugene Galvan, Jr., Reynaldo Galvan, Julio G. Galvan, and sisters maria Martinez and Alice Sanchez. He is survived by his…

Kerry Michele Gates Kendrot, 58, of Bayou Vista passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2019 in Galveston, Texas.  She was born June 14, 1961 in Killeen, TX to Eugene and Carol Kendrot. Kerry was a resident of Bayou Vista for the last 25 years.  Her pride and joy and first priority was her son Jack.  She was so proud of the man he has become. She was a genius chemical engineer and loved playing BINGO. She never had a more relaxed demeanor, then when she in the place she adored the most, by the water in Bayou Vista.  This is where she and her husband moved to after a short…