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Robert "Bob" Hugh Broughton passed away on October 27, 2023. He was born on August 11, 1928, in Merriam, Kansas to Hugh and "Betty" Broughton. Bob moved to Pasadena, Texas when he was a teenager. He soon enlisted in the United States Marines and served in WW2 and the Korean conflict. During this time, he met his life-long love, Ruth Bezdek Broughton. They married in 1948 and had 2 children, Jim and Terri. After his service in the Marines ended, Bob began his career at Petro-Tex Chemical. He worked in the laboratory there for many years and later as the Director of Transportation until his retirement. After his retirement, Bob was a real estate broker for Qualified Properties in Pasadena. ...

Robert "Bob" Hugh Broughton, 95 of Pasadena, TX passed away on October 27, 2023. He was married to Valeria Broughton for 74 years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. Services are as follows: visitation Monday, November 6th, 5:00-8:00 PM at Pasadena Funeral Chapel. Funeral Mass Tuesday, November 7th 10:30 AM at St. Clare in Clear Lake, burial 1:30 PM St. Procopius Cemetery in Louise, TX.

Donella Ruth Wooldridge passed away on August 18, 2023 in Bastrop, Texas at the age of 90 years. She was born in Newport, Texas on February 9, 1933 and moved to La Porte with her family at the age of 10. Donella graduated from La Porte High School in May of 1951. On December 28, 1951, she married Tom Lynn Wooldridge of Fairfield, Texas, at the First Baptist Church in La Porte, Texas. They attended the church in which they married at the time of Tom's death in 2010, and Donella attended until moving to Bastrop in 2020. Donella worked as a La Porte ISD food service manager for 22 years. Her passions were traveling, hiking, crafts, teaching Sunday school, and playing cards with her friends. ...

Alfonso Castaneda Jr., age 93 of Pasadena, passed away on 8/9/2023. He was born in San Antonio, TX on 10/15/1929 to Alfonso Castaneda Sr. and Concepcion Castaneda. He was married to Sara Lilia Castaneda for 71 years. Alfonso Castaneda Jr. worked for the U.S Military and Jack Roach Ford, Houston for 23 years. He was a member of American Legion and had a passion for travel, movies, and dining out. He was preceded in death by Alfonso Castaneda Sr., father, Concepcion Castaneda, mother, Mary Rodriguez, sister, Tana Quintanilla, sister, Alfonso Castaneda ?, grandson. He is survived by Lilia Castaneda, wife, Maria 'Connie' Baggerley (Alan), Alfonso Castaneda ? (Blanca), son, Rudy...

Valeria Ruth Broughton, 96 of Pasadena, TX passed away on July 18, 2023. She was married to Robert Broughton for 74 years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Services are as follows, visitation Monday July 24th 5-8 PM at Pasadena Funeral Chapel, Funeral Mass Tuesday, July 25th 10:30 AM at St. Clare in Clear Lake, burial 2 PM St. Procopius Cemetery in Louise, TX.

Scott was born and raised in Pasadena. He was a proud member of the Sam Rayburn High School marching band and the San Jacinto College jazz band as a trumpet player. He completed Millwright Apprenticeship School and worked as a Journeyman Millwright and Machinist for over 30 years. All who knew him appreciated and admired his dry wit, dependable nature, and devotion to his family. He was passionate about classic cars, having owned a 1965 Pontiac Tempest. He had many hobbies, but he most enjoyed spending time with his girls. Scott is survived by his two girls, Alyssa and Samantha, his mother Myra Higgins (Lynch), his father Kenneth "Mike" Higgins, and numerous other family members, friends,...

On April 10, 1946, in Kaplan, LA (Cajun Country) from the special union of Charles & Anna (Dubois) Schexnayder they welcomed their 3rd child Dianna Schexnayder Taylor. Early childhood was spent in Port Sulphur, LA., then the family moved to Belle Chasse, LA in 1959 where she started high school. It was there she met her high school sweetheart, who would become her husband, Jeffrey Taylor. Their union spanned over 60 years until her death on March 31, 2023. Jeff & Dianna were married on November 9, 1968, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Belle Chasse, LA. Shortly after Jeff was drafted into the Army and was stationed at Fort Polk, LA, for basic training then Fort Sill, OK, for...

On April 10, 1946, in Kaplan, LA (Cajun Country) from the special union of Charles & Anna (Dubois) Schexnayder they welcomed their 3rd child Dianna Schexnayder Taylor. Early childhood was spent in Port Sulphur, LA., then the family moved to Belle Chasse, LA in 1959 where she started high school. It was there she met her high school sweetheart, who would become her husband, Jeffrey Taylor. Their union spanned over 60 years until her death on March 31, 2023. Jeff & Dianna were married on November 9, 1968, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Belle Chasse, LA. Shortly after Jeff was drafted into the Army and was stationed at Fort Polk, LA, for basic training then Fort Sill, OK, for...

Teresa Reaves Mead , 67, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away January 26, 2023. She was born in Fort Sumter South Carolina on September 19, 1955 to Robert and Ollie Reaves. Teresa owned 2 dog grooming companies called Zoom-N-Groom and Pretty Pets and had a passion for all animals. She was preceded in death by her son Cory Christopher Mead, her Father Robert (Dat) Reaves, and her mother Ollie Reaves. She is survived by her sons Robert Mead, David Mead, P.J. Reyes. Her daughters- in- law Becky Mead and Jana Mead. Her grandchildren Gigi Mead, Cory Mead and Paula Mead. Her sister Pam Ladreiter and brother- in- law Terry Ladreiter. Her granddogs Andrew and Bonnie. Services for Teresa will be held...

Teresa Reaves Mead , 67, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away January 26, 2023. She was born in Fort Sumter South Carolina on September 19, 1955 to Robert and Ollie Reaves. Teresa owned 2 dog grooming companies called Zoom-N-Groom and Pretty Pets and had a passion for all animals. She was preceded in death by her son Cory Christopher Mead, her Father Robert (Dat) Reaves, and her mother Ollie Reaves. She is survived by her sons Robert Mead, David Mead, P.J. Reyes. Her daughters- in- law Becky Mead and Jana Mead. Her grandchildren Gigi Mead, Cory Mead and Paula Mead. Her sister Pam Ladreiter and brother- in- law Terry Ladreiter. Her granddogs Andrew and Bonnie. Services for Teresa will be held...

JANET SUE (JONES) ANDERSON "GRANBERRY" of Deer Park, Texas received her eternal reward on Monday, December 26, 2022. Janet was born on February 4, 1947 the daughter of Everett and Lucille Jones. After graduating from Texas City High School, she attended Baylor University. She earned her Bachelors of Science Degree in Economics from The University of Houston while working as a Field Economist for the United States, Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Janet is survived by her four daughters, Tamera Kriter (David), Teresa Auzenne (Whitney), Andrea McNeely (Mike), and Tiffany Wilkinson as well as 11 Grandchildren; Avery and Kennedy Ballard, Taylor White (Logan), Peyton and...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jack Ray Morris of Pasadena, TX on September 21, 2022 at the age of 91 years. Jack was born an only child in his family home in Center Township, Ohio on March 28, 1931 to Pearl and Dana Morris. He attended, and graduated from, Pasadena High School in 1949. Jack proudly served in the United States Army from February 1951 to February 1953 as a member of the Military Police. Two of his most memorable assignments were performing guard duty at the Thule Air Force Base in Greenland during the Korean conflict and working security at the inauguration of Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953. After his time in the service, Jack played semi-professional...

On September 18, 2022, United States Marine Corporal Christian John Zerbe, known to his family and friends as "CJ," passed away while stationed in Brazzaville, Africa at the age of 21. CJ was born to John and Diane Zerbe on August 22, 2001. He grew up in La Porte, Texas with his older brother, Harrison, and his two older sisters, Kara and Katherine. They were thick as thieves and the best of friends. CJ is survived by his loving grandparents, Darlene and Steve Miller, John Zerbe, Sr., Joy Peters, and Kenneth and Nancy Harrison. He leaves behind his aunt, uncle, and cousins: Wendy, John, Kelli and Johnna. CJ recently proposed to his adoring fianc? and love of his life, Esmeralda...

Louis Perry "Elvis" Richard, age 94, of Conroe, Texas passed away peacefully at home on September 9, 2022. Known as "PawPaw" to all that loved him, Elvis was born July 3, 1928, in Tulsa, Oklahoma yet lived most of his adult life in Houston, Texas. Elvis enlisted in the US Marine Corps at the age of 17 and was deployed to China in order to serve his country during World War II. He then worked for Southwestern Bell, retiring in 1987 after 38 years. Elvis was a faithful husband and father who worked tirelessly to provide for his family. He faced every challenge in life with admirable strength and courage. He was an accomplished, self-made man of many abilities and skills. He selflessly...

Patricia Jean Walbrick Braden was born on January 12, 1936 to W. J. "Buster" and Grace Walbrick in Wichita Falls, Texas. She passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, August 28, 2022, at The Reserve in Pasadena, Texas. Growing up in Wichita Falls, she attended Wichita Falls High School. Pat was a proud Coyote. She played the clarinet in the marching band and served as majorette. Pat attended Midwestern University in Wichita Falls, becoming the first in her family and extended family to earn a college degree. Following her graduation, she moved to Pasadena, attracted to the school district that at the time boasted the highest teacher salaries in the state. Pat moved to Pasadena in 1958...

Bruce Williams, of Deer Park passed away June 17, 2022. He was born in Ohio on October 8, 1943 to Harold and Helen Williams. He was a member of the United States Air Force and had a passion for art. He is preceded in death by his son Joey Williams. He is survived by his daughter Kim Tyce and a host of friends.

Anna Dee Martin passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 23rd at the age of 92 in Pasadena, TX. Anna was born on February 20, 1930 in Malakoff, TX. Anna was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William C. Martin of Pasadena. Parents, William Lester Dollar and Trudie Lynn Stringfellow Dollar of Pasadena, and brother W.T. Dollar of Mesquite, TX. Anna is survived by her four sons, Ron and wife Retha of Deer Park, TX, Bill and wife Carol of League City, TX , Bobby and wife Rebecca of Seabrook, TX, and Mark Martin of Normangee, TX. By family and bonds of love she included twelve grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, and twenty three great-great-grandchildren. Her Monument Baptist...

Marvin Lewis Fincher, born September 24, 1951 in Port Hueneme, California died April 23, 2022 in Friendswood, Texas. He is survived by his beloved wife Meresa Prather Fincher, brother Jimmy A. Fincher (Cathy), Aunt Dean, Uncle Gene (Chris), Aunt Helen and several cousins, nieces and nephews, and a host of friends and family from Kentucky. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 28 at 1:00PM with a service at 2:00PM at Grand View Funeral Home, 8501 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, TX 77505. Burial immediately following. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Galveston Historical Museum or the Pulmonary Hypertension Foundation.

On Sunday April 3, 2022, Gene Sterling Woods at the age of 91 entered into eternal life peacefully at home. Gene was born at home on June 22, 1930 in Jasper, Texas to the late Maud and Columbus Woods. During his birth his mother could hear Ross S. Sterling; then future governor of Texas, making a speech on the courthouse steps and she declared Gene's middle name would be Sterling. He attended school in Jasper, played football, baseball & basketball in high school. He was a member of the ROTC at Carlton Jr. College and received his pharmacy degree from the University of Houston. Shortly after graduation Gene was drafted into the US Army and was stationed at For McPherson, GA until his...

Barbara Loraine Stevens Hall left this earth on March 30, 2022 at 3:30 pm after a 7-month battle with COPD, lung cancer, and heart failure. It would be wrong to say that Barbara actually lost her battle to these things, because she never once stopped fighting. No matter how sick she was, she was always determined to live. At times, when anyone else would have broken, Barbara persisted. Through her, we know what strength and perseverance truly look like. There was absolutely no quit in Barbara, so just because she is no longer here doesn't mean she lost her fight. Barbara was a devoted mother and Nana. Her five grandchildren understood that devotion more than anyone. She was always...

Harvey William Kirk, resident of Pasadena, Texas, reached his Heavenly home on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at the age of 94. Harvey was born in Mankins, Texas on January 15, 1927 to Hessel and Flora Kirk. He met his life-long sweetheart, Nila Kirk, at a roller-skating rink and they were married in Gainesville, Texas on October 29, 1947. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his family. Harvey loved the outdoors and could always be found doing anything outside from fishing, tending to his garden, riding around in the golf cart, or working on cars. He also enjoyed traveling with his family and playing, coaching, and watching baseball....