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Billy Joe McFarland 07/27/1930 - 02/18/2012 Event Date: 2/25/2012 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Billy Joe When people think of superman they think of a big strong man that can fly and take on bullets but not me. When I think of Super man only one man comes to mind my grandfather Billy Joe. Although he was bed written and not able to move around he was the strongest man I knew. He overcame so many things in his lifetime including numerous brain aneurysms and brain surgeries. All I know is that he was a miracle in my eyes and many others Im sure Even without getting out of bed he was such an inspiration to me, and an enormous impact in my life and taught me things I think no one else could have. Watching him live showed me to look on the bright side of things and not to take life for granted. Billy Joe showed me true love compassion and hope that things do and will get better. I remember when I was about 10 he promised me and our family he would live to bee 100 and even though he didnt reach his goal he lived an amazing life and drove us crazy all the way there but every second was worth it. Even with all these years that passed with everyone having to take care of him he always had the biggest smile on his face and all the love and happiness in the world. I will always admire my grandfathers spirit love heart and his will. For all of those who will be able to say they met him they will be able to say they met an amazing man with a heart of pure gold. I myself am very proud and honored to say that this man was my grandfather. He was always the first to greet you as you walked in and the first to give you a nick name. Through everything he was the one to brighten everyone spirits and life you up if you were feeling down. I know our family and friends are gonna have the most humorous stories about this man and I cannot wait to tell my own kids when kind of man he was. My only wish now is that I show my children what he has shown me after all these years. Billy Joe was always a kind hearted and gentle man. He would be the one to give you the shirt off his back, his last dollar or just a hug when it was needed most. I think most of all we will miss his laugh and his big smile. His smile is something I will hold onto forever.I admire my grandfather Billy Joe for everything he has done for me my family and for strangers as well and I will thank God everyday for blessing me with this man as my grandfather By Victoria Scarano Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: TBA Mr. Vincent Hryhorchuk 11/22/1923 - 02/11/2012 Event Date: 2/20/2012 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Vincent Hryhorchuk, peacefully departed this life, February 11, 2012 after a brief illness. He was surrounded by family. Vincent was born to John and Mary Rut Hryhorchuk on November 22, 1923, in Deweyville, Texas. As a first generation American, Vincent proudly enlisted in the Army Air Corps at the onset of WWII. While awaiting a slot for pilot training, he was drafted into the Army and deployed to the Pacific theater. Vincent later declined transfer to the Air Corps, preferring instead to remain in combat with friends in the Texas based 112th Cavalry Division. Vincent returned to Texas a decorated combat veteran and began engineering studies at Lamar State College in Beaumont, Texas. In 1948, Vincent married the woman who would be his wife of 63 years, Ruby Mae Kelley. While growing a family that include d six children, Vincent enjoyed a successful international career in commercial construction with Farnsworth and Chambers, Warrior Constructors and eventually his own firm, W-M Industries, Inc. After retirement, Vincent slowly made his way back to the profession he loved, and began work with Aldine Independent School District in Houston, Texas. Family and friends celebrated his second retirement with a living memorial on May 29, 2011. Those who knew “Mr. Vince” enjoyed his strength of character, generous nature, and delightful wit. He was lovingly devoted to wife Ruby, to whom he provided excellent care throughout her four year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He is remembered as an avid gardener and dedicated Astros fan, with an interest in fishing and a bigger interest in eating seafood. He was a faithful and active member of his beloved Church of Champions in Houston, Texas. Remembering Vincent with love are children: Gaylan (H.) and husband Bruce Nolen, Dixie Hryhorchuk and wife Jeanne, Kathy (H.) and husband James Risinger, John Hryhorchuk and wife Carolyn, Jana (H.) and husband Donald Bittick and Donna (H.) and husband Mike Duncan; siblings: Frank Hryhorchuk, Nickie Hryhorchuk Cappel, Bessie Hryhorchuk and Katherine Hryhorchuk Mason; twelve grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : February 20, 2012 (Mon) Time : 11:00 AM - Viewing 12:00 PM - Service Place : Church of Champions 12922 Cutten Rd Houston TX 77066 Interment : Febuary 21, 2011 (Tue) 1:00 PM Houston National Cemetery 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr Memorial Services: Juan "Papi" Alvarez 04/27/1950 - 01/28/2012 Event Date: 1/31/2012 at 4:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : January 31, 2012 (Tuesday) Time : 4:00 - 9:00 PM - Service Time Place : Fall Creek Memorial Chapel 14434 Old Humble Rd Humble TX 77396 Interment : Calvary Hill Cemetery Graveside : 10:00 AM Memorial Services: Collier  Williams Jr. 01/21/1937 - 01/05/2012 Event Date: 1/14/2012 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Collier Williams, Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, was called home to be with the Lord on January 5, 2012 in Hitchcock, Texas. He was born January 21, 1937 in Point Blank, Texas to the late Myrtle and Collier Williams, Sr. Collier served in the US Army. After having worked for more than 35 years, Collier retired from the Galveston County Parks Department. He was a faithful member of the Living Word Community of Faith in Hitchcock where he served as a Deacon. Collier is preceded in death by his parents, Myrtle and Collier Williams, Sr, and a sister, Doreatha Jordan. Leaving to cherish memories of his life are his devoted wife of 40 years, Jestine; his children, Elbith James Martin (Deborah), Ann Williams, Tarsha Williams, Gregory Brown, Chenelle Williams, Aretha Williams, Collier Williams III (Shantell); sisters: Lexie Tolbert (Andrew)of Huntsville, Tx; Bernice Holiday, Berdine Carter, Lamel Williams, and Diane Murphy (Lester) all of Houston, Tx. Brothers: Rev. George Williams of Cooper, Tx; Rev. Floyd Williams (Elzada) of Dallas, Tx, Arthur Williams (Jennifer) of Norwalk, Ca., and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : January 14, 2012 (Sat) Time : 9:00 AM - Viewing 11:00 AM - Service Time Place: Rising Star M.B.C. 302 No. Oak Street Texas City, TX 77591 Interment: Houston National Cemetery Thursday January 26th 2012 Time: 10:30 A.M. Memorial Services: James R. Wagoner 07/20/1926 - 01/06/2012 Event Date: 1/9/2012 at TBA Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: James "Jim" R. Wagoner (Pie Man), was born 07-20-1926 in Rockport Indiana. He was the only child of Sophie and Roscoe Wagoner. Jim was a World War II Veteran and the proud owner of Wagoner Quality Pies in Evansville, Indiana for over fifty years. As a teen Jim enjoyed playing music with a local Evansville band. Later in life, Jim found his niche as a pilot and loved flying his planes out of Skylane Airport. Jim passed away on 01-06-2012 in Humble, Texas. He is proceeded in death by his Parents, and Son Mark Pierson. He is survived by his Wife of thirty years, Doris Wagoner. Two Sons: Chuck Pierson and Wife Lisa Pierson, Scott Pierson and Wife Linda Pierson. Jim had eight Grandchildren: Jeremy Pierson, Danielle Pierson/Scarbough, Joshua Scarbough, Jason Pierson, Kayla Pierson, Marcus Pierson, Britney Sellers, and Lindsay Chavez. Seven Great Grandchildren: Jaidyn Pierson, Kyle Pierson, Joshua "Quentin" Scarbough II, Kyler Pierson, Brooklyn Pierson, Za'Mya Eldridge, and Braden Chavez. Jim also has one Aunt and several Cousins. Services will be at the Oakhill Cemetery in Evansville, Indiana. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : January 20, 2012 (Friday) Time : 11:00 AM - Graveside Cemetery Place: Oak Hill Cemetery Evansville, Indiana Officiating : Rev. Robert Simpkins Memorial Services: Louise Huntley Abbs 10/16/1944 - 01/03/2012 Event Date: 1/7/2012 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Obituary Louise Huntley was born on October 16, 1944 to the proud parents of Jim Huntley and Lue Jean Huntley in Bradley, Arkansas. She was the second (only girl) of three children. The family later moved to Houston, Texas where she attended and graduated from James D. Burrus Junior High and Booker T. Washington Senior High Schools. She confessed Christ at an early age. She joined and actively participated in Concord Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. E. R. Green. Later, she joined Galilee Missionary Baptist Church where she was an active, faithful and dedicated member. Louise continued her education in nursing at Houston Community College. She retired from St. Joseph Hospital where she worked for many years as a nurse. She met and united in marriage with Dennis Abbs. To that union, three children were born - Dennis, Anthony and Craig Abbs. Louise was preceded in death by her parents and her two brothers, Earnest and James Huntley. She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Dennis, Anthony, Craig and Adrian. Also to cherish her memory her life long best friend, Mrs. Rose Johnson; Her best friend, Mr. Delpha Roy; and close friend, Ms. Anne R. Harris of Houston, Texas. She is also survived by one uncle, Warren Barker of Dayton, Ohio; Prentice Huntley of Waldo, Arkansas; two sister-in-laws, Mary Huntley of Aurora, Colorado and Lois Huntley of Houston, Texas. Additionally, she is survived by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, church family and friends. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Enya-Gabrielle Navata Angeles 09/19/2003 - 01/04/2012 Event Date: 1/5/2012 at 4:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Enya was a very sweet, caring and lovely girl. She is the type of girl that will break a lot of hearts to all those boys who likes/loves her. She is very polite, courteous and funny. She loves Taylor Swift and wants to be a Veterinarian someday. She was born at Webster, TX and but grew up in Humble, TX. Both Her parents where born in Manila, Philippines. She was recently diagnosed of Liver Cancer (Hepatoblastoma) Stage 4, Metastasis in the Lungs last Oct 12, 2011 at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. She joined our Lord Jesus Christ on Jan 4, 2012 @ 8:34am. She will surely be missed by her Tatay Joel, Mama Katherine and super cool sister Agatha. --- We are very happy that she is now totally Cancer and Pain free. We thank you sooo MUCH for all those people who prayed, supported and gave their time, talent and all out effort during those hard times. Enya’s Smile.. We'll always remember your special smile, caring heart, warm embrace. There will never be anyone who could take your place. You will always be in our hearts and mind and we thank you for the 8 wonderful and memorable years we shared and the people we touched. WE love you soo much!!! Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : January 05, 2012 (Thursday) Time : 4:00 - 9:00 PM Place: Fall Creek Funeral Home 14434 Old Humble Rd Memorial Services: Pastor James  Wheatfall Jr. 09/03/1940 - 12/08/2011 Event Date: 12/17/2011 at 1:30 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Obituary A Time to Plant James Wheatfall Jr. Was born September 3, 1940 in Houston, Tx to Rosezina Collins and James Wheatfall Sr. He was the oldest of 5 children. A Time to Grow He confessed to Christ as a young adult. He served as deacon at New Mt. Olive before he was later called to preach the gospel under Pastor Walter Cooper. He later joined Greater Union Baspist under Pastor Godine and served as Sunday School Superintendent and Youth Minister. Rev. Wheatfall later served as Assistant Pastor under Pastor Box at God’s Holy Baptist Church until God called him to organize his own church, St. James M.B.C. He served as Sr. Pastor until God called him home. A Time to Multiply He was the father of 6 children and grandfather of 8 grandchildren. He loved spending time with his kids, grandkids, and friends as they were the love of his life. A Time to Harvest Pastor Wheatfall was an avid fisherman. His motto was “He was the best fisherman that ever was, best that ever is, and the best that ever will be.” Little did he know that God would make him fisherman of men as well. Safely Home Pastor Wheatfall championed his illness with determination and character, always keeping the faith. He leaves to cherish his memory and celebrate his living;His Mother, Rosezina Collins; 2 brothers , J.D. Grant Jr. and Wilford Loe Grant;His children, Earl James Wheatfall & wife (Diane Wheatfall), Cynthia Wheatfall, Reginald Wheatfall, Darryl Wheatfall, Joycelyn Davison, & Cedric O Johnson Sr. & wife (Charlotte Johnson); His grandchildren, Tasha Wilson, Catrel Jackson, Brianna Conner & husband (Robert Conner), Bobby Davison Jr., Jonathan Davison, Cedric O. Johnson Jr., and Jermon Johnson. He also leaves a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, a host of relatives and friends. Special friends Ms Jackie James and Mr. Willie. Preceding Pastor Wheatfall in death is: Grandmother, Ruby Oaks; Grandfather,Yancy Oaks; Father, James Wheatfall Sr.; Brother, Leroy Wheatfall; Sister, Viola Boykin; and Grandson, Rodgie Wheatfall. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date: December 17, 2011 (Sat) Time: 12:00 Noon - Viewing 01:00 PM - Service Time Place: Christ Holistic Outreach Church 4620 Hardy ST Houston Tx 77079 Memorial Services: Sis Annie Scott 06/13/1936 - 12/05/2011 Event Date: 12/10/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Sis. Annie Coleman Scott “…as for me and my house we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15) Her Life… ANNIE COLEMAN SCOTT, the fifth of nine children born to the late Lucy and Ben Coleman (Minister, Somerville Church of Christ) was born on June 13, 1936 in Somerville, Texas. She attended Dotson Elementary School in Lyons, Texas. She later attended and graduated Emmett J. Scott High School. While attending High School, she was an active and a vibrant member of the glee club, the basketball team, track & field team, student government class secretary, and Editor-in-Chief of the first yearbook staff, respectfully. She received numerous trophies and awards. After graduating high school, she attended Herman Hospital Nursing School where she received her Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) certificate in 1964. She worked in the OB/GYN department at Hermann Hospital. Additionally, she completed and obtained her Barber License in the early seventies from the East End Barber College, and she worked as a barber for 10 years. She obeyed the gospel at the tender age of 11, and she remained a faithful member at the Homestead Road Church of Christ until her death… Annie met and married her High School sweetheart, the late Curmit E. Ray, Sr. and to that union bore children. Years later, she met and married the late Henderson Scott and to that union a child, Sherry Scott, was added to the existing family. Her Legacy… Many would agree that she was especially kind to others, shared her love in countless ways, and planted seeds of hope into many lives. All who knew her embraced her and felt her warm spirit. Her love for dealing with people kept her working in the church, the school, and in the community. To her children and grandchildren, she leaves in memory the wisdom and sentiments from Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” Thus, we have all followed her example and obeyed the gospel of Christ and have continued to be faithful and hard workers in the church. Moreover, Annie Scott exemplified great human character and selflessness when she dedicated her service as a parent volunteer and served on many committees with the North Forest Independent School District, and these acts influenced all of her daughters to become educators and her sons to work in customer service oriented careers. Her Love… In her love for her church, she served as a Sunday school teacher for many years, was a member of the adult singing group with Trinity Gardens C.O.C. and Homestead Road C.O.C. She initiated, directed and managed the church bulletin program, served on the financial committee, and a member of the United Ladies of Houston, helping to raise monies for Southwestern Christian College promoting Christian Education. In her love for her community, she was a member of the East Houston/Settegast Super Neighborhood Association #49/50 where she served as a secretary. She also worked as a Precinct Judge (205) for many years. In her tenacity and dedication, she served in the November 8, 2011Election. In her love for education, she served as a parent volunteer and served on the “NFISD Council of PTAs as the Council Advisor. In this capacity, she was a successful fundraiser whereby she secured funds in support of scholarships for North Forest High School students. As a result of this, she received many awards for her services. She leaves to mourn precious memories a lovely family--her children—Curmit, Jr “Ray-boy” (deceased), Charles, Elgenette Cummings (Luvell), Aletha of Dallas, TX, Frederick (Jocleen), Retha Cormier (Thaddeus), and Demetrica Aldridge (Howard) of Dallas, TX, and Sherry Scott. She also leaves sixteen grandchildren and three great-grand children; her remaining siblings-- M.J. Coleman (Carrolyn); Albert E. Coleman (Barbara); and Robin LeQuincy and those siblings who also proceeded her in death Bernice Bryant, Rosetta Anderson, Joe Sims, John B. Sims, and Bennie Joyce Willis along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : December 10, 2011 (Sat) Time : 10:00 - 11:00 AM Viewing 11:00 PM Service Time Place: North Wayside Church of Christ 7015 North Wayside Memorial Services: Mr. Ralph E  White Sr. 01/10/1935 - 12/04/2011 Event Date: 12/7/2011 at 4:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Wake Services: Date: December 07,2011 (Wed) Time: 4:00 - 8:00 PM Place: Fall Creek Funeral Home 14434 Old Humble Rd Interment: December 08, 2011 (Thursday) Time : 10:00 AM Gate Time Place : Houston National Cemtery Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Donald  Crawford 03/19/1944 - 11/26/2011 Event Date: 12/5/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Obituary Donald L. Crawford, son of Mrs. Ruby Hollingsworth was born on March 19, 1944 in Chappell Hill, Texas. He received his education from Goodwill High School in 1963. Later he joined the United States Army and served in the Vietnam War. He accepted Christ as a young child and attended Allwise Baptist Church. Donnie had a long and lengthy professional career as a police officer for 21 years for the city of Philadelphia, PA. He was unable to sit down and enjoy his retirement. He decided to further his career for another 16 years as a bus driver for Greyhound Bus service. Donald Crawford departed this life on November 26, 2011. He is preceded in death by his father and many other relatives. He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved mother, Mrs. Ruby a. Hollingsworth, sons; Kirk and Donald Crawford of Philadelphia, PA ; daughter, Rhonda Searcy-Crawford of Houston, Texas, and sister, Tracey Hardemon (Obie) of Kingwood, Texas, three aunts; Mrs. Ida Mae (Madear) Wilburn of Chappell Hill, Texas, Mrs. Bernice Teagues of McGregor, Texas and Mrs. Alice Mae Sanders of Dallas, Texas. He will be dearly missed by his niece, Tori Hardemon and nephew, Ovion Hardemon of Kingwood, Texas. He also leaves 11 grandchildren and host of other relatives. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date: Dec 05, 2011 (Mon) Time: 11:00 AM - Viewing 12:00 PM - Service Place: Fall Creek Funeral Home 14434 Old Humble Rd Humble TX 77396 Memorial Services: Mr. Elvis  Mitchell 03/01/1933 - 11/24/2011 Event Date: 12/3/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Elvis Mitchell was born on March 1, 1933 to Roshell and Mary Mitchell in Flatonia Texas. He later moved to Houston where he met and wed Rosie Lee Vaughan. He soon united with Omega Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Louis Vaughan. When Rev. Vaughan passed, he served under the tutelage of Rev. Frank Celestin until his death where he was a deacon, father of the church, president of the brotherhood, leader of the Faithful Travelers and also the head of housekeeping. He was well loved by his church, his family and friends. His professional career began as a truck driver where he worked diligently. However, his strong desire to succeed, coupled with his meticulous attention to detail and his unwavering commitment to excellence, he founded Mitchell’s grocery in 1961. Mr. Mitchell served his community well. His kind and humble spirit caused many to love and support the family business. For many years this business prospered so well, it took care of the family exclusively. However, after several years of entrepreneurship and after he taught the family how to function without his guidance of the day to day operations, he returned to the truck driving profession. He was preceded in death by: his parents, his loving wife, Rosie Lee; three sons: Larry, Emmitt, and Tony; a brother, J.S. Rogers, and a sister, Ester Rose. He was devoted to his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren and leaves to mourn: eight children: Dessie (Allan), Roshell, Mary (Phillip), Clarence, Johnnie (Terry), Patsy (Frank),Curtis, and Shirley (Matt); a sister Marie, a devoted brother in law James Rose; and a aunt, Verda B. Thirty-two grand children; forty great grandchildren, and a host of other relative and friends. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date: Dec. 3,2011 (Sat) Time: 10:00 AM - Viewing 11:00 AM - Service Place : Omega M.B.C 8720 Hilton ST Memorial Services: Mrs. Eula B. Blue 04/09/1933 - 11/12/2011 Event Date: 11/21/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : November 21, 2011 (Mon) Time : 10:00 AM Viewing 11:00 AM Service Time Place: Greater Jerusalem Baptist Church 8901 Jensen Dr Houston, TX 77093 Memorial Services: Mrs. Ruby Mae  Hryhorchuk 09/26/1930 - 11/15/2011 Event Date: 11/19/2011 at 12:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Ruby Mae Hryhorchuk Precious wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, went home to be with our Lord, November 15, 2011. Ruby Mae was born, September 26, 1930, in Starks, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Ethel Kelley and brother, William Earl Kelley. Ruby was a very remarkable woman of faith, dedicated to serving God. She was deeply involved in Christian ministries at both Spring Tabernacle and Church of Champions, where she led ladies prayer meetings and touched many through her special gift of visitation. Her great compassion for others also showed through volunteer efforts at Tomball Hospital, reaching the sick in their time of need. Ruby is survived by her husband of 63 years, Vincent , six children, Gaylan (Bruce) Nolen, Dixie (Jeanne) Hryhorchuk, Kathy (James) Risinger, John (Carolyn) Hryhorchuk, Jana (Donald) Bittick and Donna (Michael) Duncan, Siblings Linda Kelley Reed, David Kelley and Dora Kelley Frederick, twelve grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends. Wake Services: Date: November 18, 2011 (Fri) Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Place: Church of Champions 12922 Cutten Road Houston TX 77066 Pastor Wendell Hutchins II Funeral Services: Date: November 19, 2011 (Sat) Time: 11:00 AM Visitation 12:00 PM Service Time Place: Church of Champions 12922 Cutten Road Houston TX 77066 Pastor Wendell Hutchins II Memorial Services: Bettye Ann Bailey 11/28/1945 - 10/13/2011 Event Date: 11/19/2011 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Bettye Ann Bailey was born in Monroe, Louisiana raised in Glenmora, Louisiana and graduated from Glenmora High School. Bettye was one of two children born to the late Roy and Beatrice Bailey. Bettye’s generous heart and spirit will forever be remembered by her 8 beloved children, Van Knighten, Vicki Knighten Welch, Stephanie Knighten Richards, Farrah Messer, Brandy Benoit Taylor, Kristy Messer, Steve Messer, and Tara Messer Hendricks, 22 grand children, 1 great grandchild, and countless other friends and family whom were blessed to know her. Wake Services: Funeral Services: A private Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2011 in Kinder, Louisiana. Memorial Services: Mrs. Leola J.  Strauss 12/30/1910 - 11/11/2011 Event Date: 11/18/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Mrs. Leola Jackson Strauss was born in Sugarland, Texas, County of Fort Bend, to the proud parents of Walter and Amanda Jackson on December 30, 1910. She passed away on November 11, 2011 at the age of 100. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Ella Forney, and brothers’ Bill, Andrew, Fred and L. R. Jackson, Sr. and son Nelson Strauss. Leola graduated from Phillis Wheatley High School in Houston, Texas, and was elected by her peers as the second Miss Wheatley. After graduation, she attended Cosmetology School. Leola was the first black manicurist and assistant at the Lamar Hotel Beauty Salon in downtown Houston, the top manicurist at Sandra’s Hair Salon in River Oaks and then the first black manicurist at Sakowitz Department store, also located in downtown Houston. In the late, 1950’s, Leola worked at EmNa’s Beauty Salon and later retired as manager. On May 10, 1941, she married the love of her life, Sam Strauss, who preceded her in death. She loved the children joined by this union, as her own, and from this she is survived by two granddaughters, Beverly Strauss, Monica Strauss Brown and two great grandsons, Richard Brown IV and Sheridan Strauss Westbrook. Throughout her entire life, she loved helping others. She became a dedicated member of the St. Mary of the Purification Church and served faithfully as a member of the Senior Adults in Action and the Women’s Altar Guild. Leola was a very active member in the community. She served as the 4th President of Zeta Amicae and served as Secretary of the Golden Nuggets for several terms. She was also featured as a member of the Third Ward Community Garden Club at the sweet age of 94. Leola is survived by nieces, Barbara Jackson Mock, Ruby McCrary, Panzetta Scott, Aurette Parr and nephews L. R. Jackson, Jr. and Jonathan Williams. She is also survived by great nieces Rhonda Johnson Wiggins, LaTanya Johnson and Andrea Johnson; great great niece Jessica Tippitt and a host of other cousins, nieces, nephews, and long time friends. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date: November 18, 2011 (Fri) Time: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Viewing 11:00 AM Service Time Place: St. Mary of the Purification Catholic Church 3006 Rosedale St. Houston, TX 77004 Memorial Services: Gennieve M Walker 11/24/1944 - 11/06/2011 Event Date: 11/12/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Gennieve M. Walker, 66 died November 6, 2011 with family and friends by her side in Houston, TX. Gennieve, or Jenny as she liked to be called, was born on November 24, 1944, in Colon, Panama. Jenny moved to Jamaica, West Indies as a young teenager. There, she met her husband of thirty-four years, Benjamin L. Walker. Jenny and her husband moved to United States shortly thereafter. She was very active in the church and the community. Jenny was instrumental in assisting her husband in starting a church on Long Island, NY. She started Vacation Bible School and provided state-assisted lunches to youth of all ages. Her interests included family, gardening, cooking and reading. She devoted much of her time and energy as a caregiver to family members and friends. She was a Sunday School teacher, a voracious advocate for the mentally impaired, a savvy business woman, and a loving mother and wife. Gennieve is survived by her siblings Timmy, Lucy, Eleanor, Tony, Ramon, Luther, Marva, and Keith. Her children Andrea, Judith, Sean, Rebeccah, and Siobhan, and two grandchildren Daniel and Isaiah. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to: MD Anderson Donations: http://www.mdandersonlegacy.org/ Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date: November 12, 2011 (Sat) Time: 10:00 AM - Viewing 11:00 AM - Service Time Place: Church of Champions 12922 Cutten Road Houston TX Pastor Wendell Hutchins II Memorial Services: Carylon "Granny" Weaver 02/11/1940 - 10/08/2011 Event Date: 10 - 15- 2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: "Granny's Glorious Story" On Saturday, October 8, 2011, Mrs. Carylon S. Weaver (Granny) went home to be with the Lord and her beloved husband "Bill", mother - Christell, father -Welton, stepfather - "Papa", aunt - Estell, uncles - Henry and Bobby and a host other family members and friends whose hearts live eternally with our saviour. Granny's Story was a glorious one. She learned to love the Lord at an early age. She participated in many church activities. She attended both private and public schools. She worked on many jobs. She had brothers and sisters. She was a faithful wife. But most of all, she was the best mother ever to all of her kids. She taught them, their kids and their kids kids respect , honor and pride for the family. She never stopped trying to build a loving and proud family. Granny really cared about that. Granny's most precious gift was her ability to love despite sometime not being loved back. She demonstrated love by always being a spiritual and financial support for those in her life without asking for anything in return. She often said, ' love is not just a word, it can be an expression of your actions'. She taught this to everybody. Granny is survived by her children, Patricia Dow, Roy Jones (Alva), Barbara Bell(Boocie), Carolyn Jones(DeDe), Robert Jones (Rob), David Jones(Marilyn) and Mary Hamilton, twelve brothers and sisters, Gloria, Thena, Joyse, Martha, Mary, Barbara, Ada, Rena, Welton Jr., Bennett, Tony and Gloria R, one aunt, Ella Maudine Coleman, twenty-two grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren, special cousins (The Bussey and Murray Families), and a host of other family members and friends. Wake Services: Friday October 14, 2011 Time: 6-8 PM Place: Lighthouse MBC 9707 North Wayside Houston Texas 77078 Funeral Services: Saturday Oct 15, 2011 Time: 11:00 AM Place : Lighthouse MBC 9707 North Waysisde Houston Texas 77078 Memorial Services: David Cash 12/19/1957 - 10/05/2011 Event Date: 10/8/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Wake Services: Date : October 07, 2011 Time : 6 - 9 PM Place : Glad Tidings Church Huffman TX Funeral Services: Date : October 08, 2011 Time : 10:00 AM Viewing 11:00 AM Service Time Place: Glad Tidings Church Huffman TX Jimmy M. Rogers officiating Memorial Services: Charlotte Prove 09/18/1948 - 09/26/2011 Event Date: 10/3/2011 at 12:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: We'll Alway's Remeber That special smile That caring heart That warm embrace You always gave us You being there. For mom and us. Through good and bad times No matter what. We'll always remeber you. There'll never be anyone To replace you in our hearts. And the love we will allways Have for you Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : 10/01/ 2011 Mon Time : 12:00 PM Place : Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church 161 West Rd Houston TX 77037 Pastor Russell Strimple Memorial Services: Bishop Dave Shepard 06/23/1929 - 09/22/2011 Event Date: 10/1/2011 at 9:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Dave Shepard was born June 23, 1929 to Evelena Lacaze and Grant Shepard in Natchez, Louisiana. He moved to Houston, Texas in 1956. In a previous marriage, Dave Shepard had 5 kids. He was preceded in death by his (mother) Evelena Lacaze, (father) Grant Shepard, (daughter) Bobby Jean, (3) sisters and (5) brothers. He leaves to cherish his precious memories: (son) Terry Shepard-Sandra, (daughter) Annie Ruth Ross-Billy Ray, (son) Dave Shepard Jr.-Jean, (daughter) Pearl Maxwell-Paul and (daughter) Shirley Broussard. Later in life he was lead to Christ Temple by a dream under the leadership of Elder A. J. Patterson. In November 1963 he received the Holy ghost speaking in tongue as the spirit gives utterance/baptized in Jesus name. After seeking God for a companion, God showed him his wife in an open vision, Sister Marie Shepard from Dallas,Texas under the leadership of Elder N.L. Hinton. With confirmation from God and Pastor they were united on December 1, 1974. Into this union he had (6) kids. He leaves to cherish his precious memories: (wife) Dr. Marie Shepard of Miracle Temple, (daughter) Memorie Merritt-Vernon, (daughter) Kermell Davetta Shepard, (son) Mario Shepard, (son) Donnie P. Houston, (son) Warren L. Houston and (son) Larry D. Darks along with (6) sisters: Gustavia Berry-Freddy, Christine Harris, Annie Green, Vera Daniels, Pearl Lacaze, Bertha Gay and (1 brother) Floyd Shepard, (19) grandchildren, a host of great grand kids, nieces/nephews, relatives and friends Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : Oct. 01, 2011 ( SAT) Time : 9:00 AM Viewing 10:00 AM Service Time Place : Christ Temple Apostolic Church 6202 Lockwood Dr. Houston, TX Memorial Services: Etta Mae McNeal 01/31/1947 - 09/02/2011 Event Date: 9/10/2011 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Etta Mae Thomas McNeal was born January 31, 1947 in Houston, Texas to the late William Hoyt and Sherlene B. Thomas. She graduated from Sand Hill High School in 1965. Etta accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. M.C. Driver. Etta Mae was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on September 2, 2011. Etta Mae was preceded in death by her Great-grandmother Minnie B. Rodgers, both parents: William Hoyt and Sherlene Thomas Sr., great-grandson Bray’laun Haskett, sisters Minnie Bruton, Martha Johnson, Marilyn Washington and two brothers William Hoyt Thomas Jr. and Bennie Lee Thomas. She leaves to cherish her memories: daughter Cheryl Johnson and husband Harold Johnson of Missouri City Texas, son Harold Lee McNeal Jr. and wife Tamera McNeal of Katy Texas, daughter Angela Dever and husband Christopher Dever of Houston Texas and son Deon McNeal and wife Shantera Thomas of Houston, Texas. A grand-daughter she helped raise Ashley Nicole Mancha. Grand-sons Michael Mancha, Justin Mancha, Artre McLeod, Harold McNeal III, Christopher Dever Jr, Deon McNeal Jr., Le’Andre Dever and Brandon Dever. Grand-daughters Krystal Simmons, Dekenia McNeal, Demetria McNeal, Vershai McLeod, Anngelica West, Shanlendria McNeal and Taharrah Mcneal. Two great-grand daughters Audra Nicole Mancha and Caylee Williams. Sister Shirley Gale Page and husband Percy Page of Houston, Texas. Aunt Bertha Mae Roach and Great Aunt Willie Mae Johnson. A host of nieces, nephews, brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws and friends. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : Sep. 10, 2011 - (Sat) Time : 10:00 AM - Viewing 11:00 AM - Service Time Place: Bethlehem Baptist Church Farm to Market 95, Chireno, TX 75937 Officating: Rev. W.R. Ricks Memorial Services: Overseer Dr. Bertha Lee Thompson D.D. 10/31/1929 - 09/05/2011 Event Date: 9/10/2011 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Reflections of Life “If a Robin can say Thank You, You can do it to” Bertha Lee Anderson was a native of Texas. She was born to Claude Clarence and Rosie Lee Anderson on October 31, 1929. She was the third and only girl of nine, fondly known as “Sister”. In her own words “I grew up in a small town called Sandies, Texas (not on the map). I rode horses and killed snakes along with my brothers. I could whip anybody I wanted to with my brothers watching. My grandfather was part Haitian and my grandmother was part Indian. I wore dresses made from flour sacks and had only one pair of shoes a year. I was a young mother at the age of fifteen (Roy Lester Anderson). At sixteen I met and married the love of my life Louis L. Thompson and we moved to Houston in 1950. To this union three children were born. After moving to Houston we decided to become a member of Pentecostal Assembly which was later renamed Christ Temple Apostolic Church Inc. under the leadership of Sr. District Elder A.J. Patterson. There I was baptized in the name of Jesus and filled with the Holy Ghost.” After faithfully serving at CTAC, she was called to pastor the Temple of Salvation Apostolic Church. During her tenure as pastor, many souls were saved. She remained faithfully to her call until her health failed. Overseer Dr. Thompson, being the multi-gifted woman that she was, served faithfully in various religious organizations including: · CTAC Sunday School Teacher, Choir Director, Lead Vocalist, Musician, President of Junior Mission, member of Ministerial Alliance · Emmanuel Bible Institute Instructor · Pentecostal Assemblies of the World ordained Evangelist traveling throughout the organization · Texas State Council President of the Missionary and Christian Women Department · Member of the Houston Apostolic Ministerial Alliance · Elevated to Overseer through the United Apostolic Pentecostal Churches Overseer Dr. Thompson peacefully entered into eternal rest from her labor on Monday, September 5, 2011. Awaiting her arrival is her father and mother: Claude Clarence Anderson and Rosie Lee Anderson; son: Roy Lester Anderson; daughter: Joyce Marie Anderson; brothers: Tommy Gene, Claude, Arthur, Donald, Alfred and Larry Anderson. Cherishing her memories: her beloved husband of 65 years Louis L. Thompson, Sr.; two children: Louis Thompson Jr. (Merrial) and Lorena Usher (Edward); three brothers: Will Anderson (Caroline), Chester Anderson (Pearle) and Charles Anderson; two sisters: Eddie Mae Thompson and Ann Anderson; sixteen grandchildren, thirty-three great-grandchildren and ten great great grand children; a host of nieces and nephews, several godchildren, a special son Ernest Samuel (Brenda), her loving Temple of Salvation family and many dear friends. Wake Services: Date: September 09, 2011 - (Fri) Time: 6:00 PM - Viewing Host Church: Christ Temple Apostolic Church 6202 Lockwood Drive Houston, TX 77026 Elder David Allen Jr. Funeral Services: Date: September 10, 2011 - (Sat) Time: 10:00 AM Service Host Church: Christ Temple Apostolic Church 6202 Lockwood Drive Houston, TX 77026 Elder David Allen Jr. Memorial Services: Earnest Bell "Duck" 04/16/1940 - 08/04/2011 Event Date: 8/10/2011 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: On April 16, 1940 Earnest Wayne Bell was born to Vera Lee Nance and Johnny Gardner in Weimar, Texas. Earnest was educated in the Weimar Public School District and graduated from Karl Downs High School. He eventually left Weimar for Houston, and began working at Bemis Bag Company for several years. Later, he joined Cron Chemical, where he was a truck driver, and Federal Express where he was a dock supervisor. “Duck,” as he was fondly called by family and friends, loved to play dominoes. We will miss his enthusiastic spirit about the game. Earnest departed this life on August 4, 2011. He is preceded in death by his son Bennie Earl Brown. Memories of his life will be cherished by: his common law wife Peggy London, daughters Charlotte Y. Johnson (Cedric), Blanchie L. Bell, Cathelene R. Bell, Jyisha S. London, Dominickia London, one son, Joshua M. London, one sister, four brothers, four grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : 08-10-2011 (Wed.) Time : 10:00 AM - Viewing 11:00 AM - Service Time Place: New Vision Fellowship Church 9001 Airport Blv, Houston TX 77061 Officiating : Pastor Charles Gilford Memorial Services: Steven Mott 09/09/1946 - 08/03/2011 Event Date: 8/5/2011 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: God hath not promised Skies always blue. Flower strewn pathways All our lives through; God hath not promised Sun without rain, Joy without sorrow, Peace without pain. But God hath promised Strength for the day Rest for the labor, Light for the way Grace for the trials, Help from above Unfailing Sympathy & Undying Love Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Rev. James C Bogan 07/27/1940 - 06/03/2011 Event Date: 6/10/2011 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Legacy of Rev. James Calvin Bogan Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest-Matthew 11:28 On July 27, 1940, James Calvin Bogan, a miracle child was born to Ora Lena and Clifton Brooks Bogan in Newgulf, Texas. James Calvin grew up in Wharton County were he attended the public school systems and Wharton County Junior College. He enjoyed playing in the band in high school and running track and was in a traveling stage band thereafter. He has lived most of his life in Wharton County. James Calvin was called to the ministry at the age of 15 years old which then he went to the Inter- Baptist Theological Center of Houston, TX which he received a Master of Theology on May 25, 1970. He later was ordained at Shiloh Baptist Church by the late Rev. Lewis inBoling, TX. He ministered at many different churches and events where ever God lead him as an evangelist. Even through the good times and challenges of life; surviving two wrecks and severe burnings; God still had a calling on his life to do his work; which he did proudly. He visited many people regardless of how he felt or what he had to do; which he visited the sick at their homes, countless visits to the hospitals and nursing homes. Where ever God led him; he was there. He traveled all over the world and met not strangers; but friends for life and also shared many great friends and relationships here at home. His career started out as a welder and then sold insurance and cemetery plots throughout the city of Houston and surrounding counties. He loved landscaping and painting for others and as a hobby. He put much of his heart into every job and tried to do his best. The Lord saw fit to call one of his angels to call James Calvin home to rest from his labor and extended illness on June 03rd 2011 at 12:15noon in Houston, TX surrounded by his loving and devoted sister and family. He is preceded by his deceased son Jeff Calvin Bogan, his sisters Catherine Robinson of Houston, TX, Willie Spradley of Iago, TX SophieEphran of Wharton, TX, special nieces as his sisters also LaTressie Annise Silvas of Rosenberg, TX and LaTressie Denise Bogan of Houston, TX, brothers Edward Bogan of Maryland, DC, C.B. Bogan Sr. of Houston, TX, Roosevelt Bogan of West Columbia, special sister-in-law Jewel Bogan also of West Columbia, Gloria Bogan of Houston, TX, grandkids Jekia and other relatives, nieces and nephews, and many great friends. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date / Time : June 10,2011 (Friday) 10:00 AM - Viewing 11:00 AM - Service Time Place : Shiloh Baptist Church 2729 FM 442 Boling, Tx 77420 Memorial Services: Ruby Williams 05/06/1936 - 05/25/2011 Event Date: 05/28/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: “To Those I Love And To Those Who Love Me” When I am gone, Release me, let me go I have so many things to see and do. You mustn’t tie yourself to me with tears; Be happy we had so many years. I give you my love, You can only guess how much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love You have shown me; But now it’s time I travel alone. So grieve a while for me, If grieve you must. Then let your grief be comforted by trust. It’s only for a while that we must part, So bless the memories within your heart. I won’t be far away for life goes on. So if you need me, Call me and I will be near. And if you listen with your heart, You’ll hear All my love around you, Soft and clear. And when you must come this way along, I’ll greet you with a Smile, And “Welcome Home”. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Dana Davis 03/02/1951 - 05/19/2011 Event Date: 5/25/2011 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: To Those I Love and Those Who Love Me A Fallen Limb A limb has fallen from the family tree We keep hearing a voice that says Grieve Not For Me. Remember the best times the laughter the songs The good life I lived while I was strong. Continue my heritage, Im counting on you... Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through. My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest Remebering how I was truly blessed! Continue traditions, no matter how small Go on with your life, dont just stare at the wall. I miss you dearly, so keep up your chin Until the day comes were Together Again Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date: 05-25-2011 (Wed) Time: 10:00 AM - Viewing 11:00 AM - Service Time Place: Central Assembly of God 4405 Crenshaw Rd Pasadena Tx 77504 Memorial Services: Michael L Craig 11/19/1975 - 05/11/2011 Event Date: 5/17/2011 at 1:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: God hath not promised Skies always blue. Flower strewn pathways All our lives through; God hath not promised Sun without rain, Joy without sorrow, Peace without pain. But God hath promised Strength for the day Rest for the labor, Light for the way Grace for the trials, Help from above Unfailing Sympathy & Undying Love Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Date : 05 -17-2011 (Tue) Time : 1:00 PM Place: In Time Ministries 218 Airtex Dr. Houston Tx 77090 Laura Gonzalez - Bran 10/19/1981 - 04/19/2011 Event Date: 4/30/2011 at 12:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: A rose once grew where all could see Sheltered beside a wall, And as the days passed swiftly by Its branches spread, straight and tall. One day, a beam of light shone through. A crevice had opened wide The rose bent gently towards its warmth Then passed to the other side.. Now you who deeply feel its loss Be comforted..the rose still blooms there. Its beauty even greater now Nurtured by God’s own loving care. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Celebration Of Life Service Time - Date : 12:00 AM - 04-30- 2011 (Sat) Place : 15226 Heron Meadow Lane Cypress Tx 77429 Tony  Mitchell 07/27/1965 - 04/21/2011 Event Date: 4/30/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Life Reflections Tony Mitchell was born July 27, 1965, in Houston, Texas to the wonderful parents of Elvis and Rosie Lee Mitchell. At an early age he surrendered his life to Christ at the Greater Jerusalem Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend Leo Daniels. As time moved forward he united with the Omega Missionary Baptist Church under the late Reverend Louis Vaughan where he was baptized. He attended the Houston Public Schools and received his diploma from Sam Houston High School. His loyalty and dedication for his work was served at Foley’s for over twenty years. After a career change, Tony began working with the Houston Independent School District operating in several departments. Prior to his departure, he worked with the fine team at Osborne Elementary, where he dutifully served. Left to celebrate his life and forever hold his memories a loving and devoted father, Elvis Mitchell, son, Derek, brothers, Curtis, Johnny (Teresa), Clarence, and Roshell. Sisters, Shirley (Matthew), Patsy (Frank), Mary (Phillip), and Dessie (Alan). A caring and supportive uncle, James Rose. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Preceded in Death: Mother, Rosie Lee Mitchell and brothers, Emmitt and Larry. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date : 04-30-2011 (Sat) Time : 10:00 AM - Viewing 11:00 AM - Service Time Place : Omega Missionary Baptist Church 8720 Hilton St Houston Tx 77093 Memorial Services: Homer Hawthorne 04/13/1944 - 04/12/2011 Event Date: 4/20/2011 at 11:00 Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Wake Services: Funeral Services: Graveside Service - April 20, 2011 (Wed) Time - 11:00 AM Place - Paradise South Cemetery 16001 Cullen Pearland, Tx Memorial Services: Robert  Endlich 06/27/1956 - 04/09/2011 Event Date: 4/15/2011 at 2:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Goodbye Is Not Forever When you live your life for others and you loved without condition When you made so many laugh and your smile want be forgotten When you left behind a empty place that no one else can fill When the friendships that you shared long to be renewed When you built your life on hope and fulfilled it everyday The footprints you left behind will bring us face to face So, goodbye is not forever, You're only steps away Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Place: St. Matthews Catholic Church El Paso , Tx Date: April 15, 2011 Time: 2:00 PM Jeannetta Branham 02/06/1916 - 04/12/2011 Event Date: 4/15/2011 at 5:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Jeannette Lee Branham left this earth and was taken into the arms of her Lord and Savior Christ Jesus on Tuesday, April 12, 2011. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, she was preceded into glory by her husband of 70 years the Reverend John Agbert Branham, her daughters Janis Branham and Judy Branham, her son Joel Branham and her daughter-in-law Shirley Branham. She leaves behind one daughter and son-in-law, Joann and Fred Hawthorne of Midland, Arkansas. She also leaves three sons and two daughters-in law, Jerry and Jean Branham, Jack Branham, and Jeffrey and Karen Branham, all who reside in the Houston area. In addition, she leaves behind 21 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren and numerous great, great grandchildren. As a pastor’s wife Jeannette dedicated herself to her family and her Lord. Born on February 6, 1916, Jeannette met and married John as a teenager. From there the couple raised their family and led numerous full gospel churches in small Arkansas communities like Y City, Alma, Midland and Ozark. Typical weeks were filled with pastoring and building churches and visiting the sick. Jeannette spent her last years in Houston, often looking after her great grandchildren. At her request the final resting place for her earthly body will be in her home state of Arkansas. Viewing will take place in Ozark, AR at Shaffer Funeral Home, 2315 West Commercial on Sunday, April 17, 2011, 2 - 4 pm, and funeral services will be at Full Gospel Temple in Ozark, AR on Monday, April 18, 2011, at 2pm. Wake Services: I) Visitation : 04-15-2011 (Fri) 5 - 8 PM Place : Fall Creek Funeral Home 14434 Old Humble Rd Humble, Tx 77396 II) Visitation : 04-17-2011 (Sun) 2 - 4 PM Place : Shaffer Funeral Home 2315 W Commercial Ozark, Ark 72949 Funeral Services: Srv. / Date : 04-18-2011 (Mon) 2:00 PM Place : Full Gospel Temple Ozark, Ark 72949 Memorial Services: Minnie Holiday 06/17/1932 - 03/08/2011 Event Date: 3/12/2011 at 1:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Minnie Beatrice Nellums Holiday entered eternal rest at her home on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at the age of 78. Minnie was born June 17, 1932 in Midway, Texas to the union of the late Frank and Aldonia Nellums. Minnie married Otha Holiday and enjoyed more than 50 years of devoted and loving marriage. Minnie was considered a charter member of Hwy 6 Missionary Baptist Church along side her brother, the founding Pastor, Morris Nellums. She was a FAITHFUL and COMMITTED member of Living Word Community of Faith, under the leadership of Pastor Steve Taylor, II, until her health failed. She had a love for coaching one of the best women’s baseball teams in La Marque - The Honey Bees. She retired from UTMB after more than 30 years of service. Minnie is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Aldonia Nellums; sister: Ernie B. Givhan, brothers: Thaddeaus Nellums, Wayneard Nellums, Morris Nellums and Jim E. Nellums. Minnie leaves to cherish her memories, her devoted husband, Otha Holiday; brothers: Billy Nellums of LaMarque, Tx and Daniel C. Nellums (Ruthie) of Houston, Tx and sister, Theola Strange of Houston, Tx. She also leaves a devoted sister-n-law, Ellen M. Nellums, a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and sister-n-law Ruby Nellums. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date: March 12, 2011 (Sat.) Time: 11:00 AM (Viewing) 01:00 PM (Service Time) Place: Living Word Community Of Faith 6801 Hwy 6 Hitchcock, Tx Pastor Steve Taylor II Officiating Memorial Services: Norma  Spencer 01/14/1919 - 02/19/2011 Event Date: 2/25/2011 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: The time is now If you’re ever going to love Love now Love while you can and the other person can know Don’t wait until they’re gone If you can have tender thoughts tell them while they can hear If you love even a little bit, Let them know while they are living . Love Now! Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date: Feb. 25, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - Viewing 11:00 AM - Service Time Place: Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church 9318 Homestead Rd Houston, Tx 77016 Dr. James E. Lightfoot (officating) Memorial Services: Lupe  Garza 06/13/1963 - 01/26/2011 Event Date: 1/29/2011 at 2:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Houston- Lupe Garza, 47, died Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011 at home in Houston following her fight with cancer. Lupe is preceded in death by her father, Eloy Garza Sr. She is survived by her mother, Evangelina Garza, children, Veronica Serrano and Jose Rodriguez, Brothers Juan Garza, Eloy Garza, Evaristo Garza, Rafael Garza, Sisters Gloria Rodriguez, Eliamar Espinosa and several nieces and nephews. Her body is entrusted to Fall Creek Funeral Home at 14434 Old Humble Rd., Humble, Tx., 77396. phone 281-441-3255 The Cross We Bear Lord, We Come To You With Our Humble Prayer Asking You For Strength For This Cross We Bear We Have Lost Our Precious Sister Our Hearts Are Broken And We Need You To Keep Us In The Shelter Of Your Arms To Lead Us, Guide Us And Carry Us Through As We Say Farewell To Our Precious Sister Let Our Hearts Be At Peace Knowing She Is In Heaven With You And One More Thing, Before Our Prayer Is Through Thank You For A Sister Whose Love Was Loyal And True In Loving Memory of Lupe Garza Who Went Home To Be With The Lord –Jan. 26, 2011 Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Date: Jan. 29, 2011 Time: 2:00 PM (Viewing) Place : Fall Creek Funeral Home Arturo "Arthur" Hernandez 02/09/1957 - 01/18/2011 Event Date: 1/24/2011 at 7:00 PM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Wake Services: Date: Jan. 24, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Place: Fall Creek Funeral Home Ceremony: Jan. 25, 2011 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Interment: Houston Memorial Garden 2426 Cullen Blv. Pearland Tx. 77581 Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Aurea Mendez 04/16/1937 - 11/30/2010 Event Date: 12/11/2010 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Aurea Mendez: a dearly beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend. Whatever it was you did to console our hearts, in whatever way, shape or form you helped; thank you form the bottom of our broken hearts. Tia Awee, as we affectionately called her, will be sadly missed by her son Amin, her husband Polo, her sisters Cely, Amanda, Amina and Lupita, her brothers Arcenio and Amalio and her nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. This is a special poem in her memory: “To Those I Love And To Those Who Love Me” When I am gone, Release me, let me go I have so many things to see and do. You mustn’t tie yourself to me with tears; Be happy we had so many years. I give you my love, You can only guess how much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love You have shown me; But now it’s time I travel alone. So grieve a while for me, If grieve you must. Then let your grief be comforted by trust. It’s only for a while that we must part, So bless the memories within your heart. I won’t be far away for life goes on. So if you need me, Call me and I will be near. And if you listen with your heart, You’ll hear All my love around you, Soft and clear. And when you must come this way along, I’ll greet you with a Smile, And “Welcome Home”. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, So he put his arms around you, and whispered, “Come to me.” With tearful eyes we watched you, And saw you pass away, Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Date: Dec. 11, 2010 (Sat) Time: 11:30 AM Place: St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church 6800 Buffalo Speedway Houston, Tx. 77025 Policarpo Saucedo 01/26/1930 - 11/25/2010 Event Date: 11/26/2010 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Policarpo “Polo” Saucedo 80 años 01/26/1930 – 11/25/2010 Policarpo deja a su esposa Maria Dolores junto con sus hijos Sabina, Cenobio, Linda, Yolanda, Martin, Ruben, Alma y Javier. También deja a sus 16 nietos, 5 bisnietos, familiares y amigos. El será extrañado mucho por sus various logros y la bondad de querer ayudar a los demás. La Magnífica Glorifica mi alma al Señor y mi espíritu se llena de gozo al contemplar la bondad de Dios mi Salvador porque ha puesto la morada en la humilde sierva suya y rece aquí el motivo porque me tendran por dichosa y feliz todas las generaciones, pués ha hecho en mi honor cosas muy grandes y maravillosas el que es Todopoderoso y su nombre es infinitamente, tanto cuya misericordia se extiende de generación en generación a todos cuantos le teman, extendió el brazo de su Poder y disipo el orgullo de los soberbios trastornando sus designios. Desposeyó a los poderosos y llenó a los humildes. A los necesitados los colmó de tesoros y a los ricos los dejó sin cosa alguna. Exaltó a Israel su siervo, acordándose de él por su Misericordia y Bondad; así como lo había prometido a nuestro Padre Abraham y su descendencia. Gloria al Padre, Gloria al Hijo, Gloria al Espíritu Santo. Amén. Wake Services: There will be (2) Wake Services on different days: I.Date: 11-30-2010 (Tuesday) Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm II.Date: 12-01-2010 (Wed) Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Rosary Wed @ 7:00 pm Funeral Services: Date: 12-02-2010 (Thrusday) Time: 10:00 AM Place: St. Leo The Great Catholic Church 2231 Lauder Rd. Houston Tx. 77039 Memorial Services: Leroy Thomas 11/19/1968 - 11/05/2010 Event Date: 11/13/2010 at 10:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Wake Services: Funeral Services: Memorial Services: Date: 11-13-2010 (Sat) Time: 10:00 - 10:55 AM Viewing 11:00 - Service Time Place: Fall Creek Funeral Home James Jackson 08/25/1929 - 10/24/2010 Event Date: 11/05/10 at 11:00 AM Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Wake Services: Funeral Services: Date: Nov 05, 2010 (Fri) Time: 10:00 - 10:55 Viewing 11:00 Service Time Place: New Mount Carmel Baptist Church 4301 Weaver Rd Houston, Tx Memorial Services: Adriana Gomez 03/05/1932 - 10/26/2010 Event Date: 10/30/2010 at TBA Visitor Condolences: Click Here Description: Wake Services: Funeral Services: Franklin Funeral Home 42 New Hyde Park Rd Franklin Square, NY 11010 Memorial Services: