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Jerry George Yandell
Jerry George Yandell met his Savior face-to-face on July 15, 2025. Born on July 10, 1953, in Waco, Texas, Jerry lived a full life rooted on the two things most important to him: faith and family. He is survived by his loving wife, Alecia, who he was married to for 43 years. He deeply loved his children — John, James, and Emily — and especially cherished both teaching and spoiling his five…
viewLaura Dow Hedberg Spalding
Laura Dow Hedberg Spalding of Houston, Texas, passed away too soon on July 12, 2025. Born in Barcelona, Spain on January 28th, 1970 to Nancy and Jim Hedberg, Laura's life was marked by a deep love for her children, family, and friends and an unstinting passion for life, all played out to the tunes of Neil Diamond, Elton John, ABBA, and Johnny Cash. A woman of taste, elegance and grace, she…
viewJimmy Leroy Davis
Jimmy "Jim" Leroy Davis of Houston, Texas passed away at the age of 82. He was born on November 3, 1942 in Houston, Texas to Louis and Mary Catherine. Jim was married to the love of his life, Jill, for 37 wonderful years. He was a loving and proud husband, father and grandfather whose warmth and humor touched everyone he met. He never knew a stranger - his smile and quick wit made people feel…
viewNancy Joy Gilmer
Nancy Joy Gilmer lived over 80 years. She was born the second child of Hermine Fruendensprung and Roy Burnett. Her siblings are Teddy Roy Burnett and Troyce Ann Rejsek. Troyce is married to George Rajsek. Nancy grew up in East Bernard, Texas, went to Wharton Junior College and got her Associate degree in clerical. She worked for a few doctors and dentist, moved to Houston and worked as Second…
viewPrince Besidone Ofoeyeno
Prince Besidone Ofoeyeno passed away suddenly at the age of 57years. He was born on July 25, 1967, in Nigeria to Mr. Jonathan and Mrs. Comfort Ofoeyeno. Prince earned his degree from the University of Lagos in Nigeria and went on to build a meaningful and impactful career as a Physical Therapist. He was known for his empathy, and commitment to improving the lives of his patients. Throughout his…
viewMichael G. Busby
Michael G. Busby, Sr., 74, passed away on July 3, 2025 surrounded by his family at his home in Huffman, Texas. He was born on November 18, 1950 in Nocona, Texas. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, July 18, 2025 in the Chapel of Beresford Funeral Service from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Burial will follow at Houston National Cemetery at 12:30 PM. Thank you for visiting this memorial web page…
viewSandra Boyd Jeansonne
Sandra Boyd Jeansonne, of Winnfield, Louisiana, passed away suddenly at the age of 82 in Cypress, Texas, on July 3, 2025. She was born in Urania, Louisiana on August 15, 1942. She graduated from Northwestern University in Natchitoches, LA. with a B.S. in Nursing, and worked in various hospitals and also served as a School Nurse so she would have more time to spend with her family. After her…
viewJoann Hoelscher Evans
Joann Hoelscher Evans, born August 11, 1955, in Houston, Texas to Walter and Charlotte Hoelscher passed into JESUS’ presence Thursday June 26, 2025, in her sleep in Katy, Texas. Joann was preceded in death by her father Walter Eugene Hoelscher who served in World War 2 as a Navy Seabee who survived combat on the island campaigns of Saipan and Tinian. Her mother Charlotte Beatrice Shults…
viewAna Alicia Aganza de la Torre
Ana Alicia Aganza de la Torre, 94, passed away on June 24, 2025 in Houston, Texas. She was born in Mexico on July 17, 1930. She is survived by her children, Sergio Salazar Aganza, Norma Alicia Hardy, Martha Grahek, Angel Alfonso Salazar Aganza, Abel Wenceslao Salazar Aganza, Edilia Harkins, and Maria del Carmen Salazar Aganza; 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. She is preceded in death by…
viewDenise Thompson
Denise Thompson, 64, passed away on June 24, 2025 in Houston, Texas. She was born on November 19, 1960 in Cleveland, Ohio. She is survived by her 5 children, Dawnette Sam, Donald Thompson, Desiree Thompson-Duplachain, Darrell Thompson, and Dontae Thompson; brothers, Cleo Redmon, Tommy Redmon, and Napoleon Bunton; her sister, Geraldine Moore; 26 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. She…
viewDr. Stella Chinwe Anakor
Dr. Stella Chinwe Anakor, of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully at the age of 61 on June 20, 2025. She was born on January 1, 1964, in Dublin, Ireland, to Dr. Eusebius Chidumeand Patricia Chidume (née Omili). Chinwe’s life was defined by compassion, strength, faith, and an unwavering commitment to service. She studied Veterinary Medicine at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria. When she came…
viewOlive Nkeiru Bassey
Olive Nkeiru Bassey passed away on June 19, 2025 at the age of 66, in Houston, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Aba, Imo State, Nigeria, to Thompson Ahamefula Igbo and Roselyn Ugoji Igbo, Olive’s life was marked by resilience, warmth, and a deep devotion to those she loved. Her journey took her across continents from Nigeria to the United Kingdom, where she welcomed her beloved…
viewVictory Chinwendu Osuji
Victory Osuji was born on May 27th, 2003 to the family of Rev. Chris Osuji and Late Mrs. Rosemary Chinyere Osuji of Okwu, Ikeduru, Imo State, Nigeria. He had his primary school education in Abia, Nigeria. He joined his parents Rev. Chris Osuji and Rev. Mrs. Lola Osuji in the United States of America in 2015. He attended David Crockett Middle School in Grand Mission and completed his high…
viewSylvia Jones Anderson
Sylvia Jones Anderson, 74, passed away on June 13, 2025 in Houston, Texas. She was born on November 13, 1950 in Meridian, Mississippi to Randolph Alexander Jones and Ruby Lee Williams. A Memorial Service is scheduled for 10 AM on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Taylor Memorial Baptist Church (2618 Tierwester St, Houston, TX 77004).
viewLouis George Vriner
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Louis George Vriner, known to many as Lampros, “Butch” or “Greek” Vrinios. He passed away at the age of 77 on June 11, 2025, from complications following a single-vehicle motorcycle accident on June 7. He died at Conroe Trauma Center, surrounded by love. Born on August 1, 1947, in Urbana, Illinois, to George L. and Mary A. Vriner, Lampros developed…
viewThomas Bernard Burke
Thomas Bernard Burke, age 80, passed away June 9, 2025 at Houston Methodist Hospital. He was born November 26, 1944, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the only child of Thomas P. and Vera Daigle Burke. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and dedicated his life to serving as caretaker for his late Mother and Father. Tom is survived by numerous cousins. After graduating from St. Thomas…
viewValerie Ann Martin
Valerie Ann Martin “Val”, 67 passed away peacefully in the arms of her devoted husband (Howell G. Martin Jr.), in their home in Magnolia, Texas, on the night of June 9, 2025. Valerie was born on August 31,1957 in Tempe, Arizona to Donald O. Teeter and Marlea R. (Heizer) Teeter as the youngest of four children (two boys and two sisters). Valerie had two sons (Matthew Michael Powell and Tobias…
viewJames John Stergar
James John Stergar, 48, passed away suddenly at his home in Richmond, Texas. He was born on November 30, 1976 in San Diego, California to Frank Edward Stergar and Van Cam "Vonnie" Khuu. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 27 years, Laurie Ann Nino; his son, James John Stergar, Jr.; his daughter, Isabella Stergar; his mother, Vonnie K. Wenck; and his two sisters, Tran Cam Khuu and Julia…
viewJanet Elizabeth Alexander
Janet Elizabeth Alexander, 92, passed away peacefully on the evening of June 8, 2025 in Houston, Texas, surrounded by family. She was born on July 11, 1932 in Louisville, Ohio to George Irey and Catherine Ebie. Janet graduated from Canton South High School in 1950. She married her high school sweetheart, Jim Alexander, on January 21, 1951. They had seven children: six girls and one boy. They…
viewCecelia Gajewski Krolczyk
Cecelia Gajewski Krolczyk, of Richmond, Texas, passed away after losing her battle against getting older, at the age of (96), on Friday, June 6, 2025. Cecilia was born at the family farmhouse in Fairchilds, Texas, on November 20, 1928, to Mike Gajewski and Annie Dudek Gajewski. Cecelia was the 8th of what would ultimately be (10) children in the Gajewski family. Mike was a widow with (4)…
viewDavid Hill Smith
David Hill Smith, devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, faithful friend and humble servant of the Lord passed away peacefully at home on June 3, 2025. Born on September 7,1937, in Huntsville, Texas to John Pritchett Smith and Ann Paulus Smith, David lived a life marked by integrity, compassion and faith. His 30 plus year career in banking with Texas Commerce Bank was distinguished and…
viewKenneth Wallis
Kenneth Wallis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by loved ones and compassionate care at Houston Hospice. A resident of Houston, Texas, Ken lived a full and vibrant life marked by deep faith, loving family ties, and a generous spirit. Born on August 26, 1944, to Leroy R. Wallis and Tommye…
viewRussell Reichardt
Russell “Russ” Reichardt went to be with his Lord on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at the age of 79 after battling Alzheimer’s dementia. Russell was born in Houston, Texas on January 30, 1946 to Myron Purdy Reichardt and Eleanor Alice (Baumgartner) Reichardt. He lived in the Houston area and Fort Bend County his entire life. Russell is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary Reichardt, his children,…
viewJoseph Keith Guinan
J. Keith Guinan (90) passed away peacefully at his home in Houston, Texas, on May 30, 2025. Keith was born on February 27, 1935, in Denver, Colorado, to Gabrielle Huot Guinan and Edward Joseph Guinan. He is lovingly remembered by his two daughters, Mary and Nancy (Paul); his cherished grandson and namesake, Joseph; and many beloved nieces and nephews. He now reunites with his adored wife, Leona…
viewGlenn Swinford
Weldon Glenn Swinford joined his Heavenly Father on May 29, 2025. He passed away peacefully in The Woodlands, Texas at 94 years old. Glenn was born in Saltillo, Texas on August 3, 1930, to Walter Oscar Swinford and Elgie Maude Cooper Swinford. Born and reared in a blended family during the Great Depression, Glenn suffered severe ear infections and hearing loss as a child. A child of that era,…
viewJames Douglas Robertson Sr.
James “Jim” Douglas Robertson, 82, passed peacefully on May 27, 2025, at his home in Houston, TX. Jim was born in Corpus Christi, TX on September 30, 1942 to Arthur and Norma Robertson. Jim attended W.B. Ray High School, where he met his lovely wife, Charlotte Joyce Robertson. They were married for 60 years, and they had two sons, Douglas and Kent. The couple moved to Houston, Texas in the…
viewChrysoula Stefanidis
Chrysoula Stefanidis passed away peacefully at the age of 94 in her home, surrounded by family, on May 27, 2025, in Houston, Texas. She was born on January 25, 1931, in Vrysaki, Hmathias, Greece to Kyriako and Kyriakitsa Exezidis. Lovingly known as Soula or Yiayia, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and Godmother. Her life was filled with challenges but through…
viewAyodeji Abiola
Ayodeji Olawale Abiola, affectionately known to many as “Ay -WeOutside”, was born on October 4, 1984, in Osan-Sami, Oke Ado Area Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, to Olufunmilayo Abiola and Lateef Adedeji Yinusa Abiola. Ayo grew up surrounded by love and family, later settling in Houston, Texas, where he built a life full of meaning, joy, and deep relationships. Ayodeji is survived by his spouse,…
viewIzabel Simonian
Izabel Simonian, 90, passed away on May 25, 2025 in Houston, Texas. She was born in Lebanon on April 14, 1935 to Aram Tashdjian and Yeranouhi Kaldzjian. She is survived by her children, Sam Simonian & wife Sylva, Berge Simonian & wife Sona, Seta Kyounjian & husband Tony, and Ara Simonian; 8 grandchildren, Sevahn, Gahreen, Nelly, Greta, Simon, Andre, Taleen, and Nyree; and 4 great-…
viewJoseph "Joey" Heering
Joseph "Joey" Heering, 48, passed away on May 22, 2025 in Houston, Texas. He was born on August 23, 1976 in Houston, Texas. Joey was an avid hunter and fisherman and was happiest when he was at a fishing pond or in a deer blind. He was funny and selfless. He would give anything to anybody if he thought they needed it. He always made you laugh and was the person you wanted to be around. …
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