Larry Keith McDonald came into this world on April, 15, 1957 in Laredo, Texas. His soul left his body on April 1, 2021 as he was holding the hand of his loving wife, Linda, at their home in Dickinson. Larry left behind his wife Linda Diann Greenlee McDonald, his son Evan Stowers McDonald of Houston, his daughter Emery Lawrence McDonald of Austin, and his favorite playdoh buddy his granddaughter, Gaia Elizabeth McDonald. He is also survived by his parents, Herman Keith McDonald and Mary Sue Johnson McDonald of Sequin; his sister Susan Annette McDonald of San Antonio, and his brother Scott Lindsey McDonald of Decatur, IL; his loving Portland, OR uncles Larry Dwight McDonald, after whom he...

Stephen Edward Swint, age 75, of Dickinson, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 25, 2021. He passed peacefully with his loved ones at his bedside. He was born on August 10, 1945 to Joseph Theodore and Angie Wilson Swint in Baytown, Texas. Stephen was proceeded in death by his parents, Joseph and Angie Swint; brothers, Donald Swint, and Robert Swint. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Swint; daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Ed Ford; son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Kristin Swint; daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Marcus Cooper; son and daughter-in-law, Shay and Kristin Smith; daughter, Shawn Phelps; son and daughter-in-law, Shannon and Emily Smith;...

Gus Dewayne Emmitte, 70, of Texas City, Texas passed away at his home on March 24, 2021. Gus was born to loving parents Gus and Frieda James Emmitte on July 21, 1950 in Galveston, Texas. In 1970, while serving in the United States Air Force, Gus met the love of his life, Bonnie Shelton. At the time of his passing, Gus and Bonnie had been married for 50 years. Gus lived life to the fullest, enjoying such things as hunting and fishing and cheering on his favorite teams, the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Longhorns. He also loved spending Friday nights watching the Dickinson High School Gators play football. He had a passion for Corvettes and was known as the fun-loving jokester of the family....

Albert G. Bothe, 77, of Missouri City, TX, passed away on March 24th, surrounded by family after a remarkable battle with heart disease. Al (or Butch) was born on December 8, 1943, in Texas City, Texas, where he lived for much of his youth with his mother, Vivan List, stepfather, B.P. List, and his three sisters Joyce, Regina, and Kem. He attended Our Lady of Fatima Catholic school and Texas City High School. In 1960 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He served with an aircraft carrier Marine Detachment in the Atlantic and Mediterranean, had multiple assignments as an embassy guard, and served two tours of duty in Vietnam. Among his honors were the Purple Heart for being wounded...

Petra Davila, 94, of Liverpool, formerly of Dickinson, passed away March 12, 2021, at her home. Petra was born on June 29, 1926, to Paula and Ponsiano Alaniz in Mexico. She was a loyal member of Shrine of the True Cross Catholic Church for many years. Petra was preceded in death by her husband Alfred Davila, her daughter Ramona Davila, grandson, James Vela, and son-in-law Juan Vela. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughters: Mary Vela, Tomasa Weimer and husband Ron, Rosa Vela and husband Secundino, Marina Porter, and Elena Davila; sons Manuel Davila and wife Esther, Daniel Davila, Alfred Davila, Jr. and wife Becky, Johnny Davila, and Jose Rene Davila and wife Tammy; sister...

Eva Marie House, 22, of Santa Fe, TX passed away Thursday, March 4, 2021 in Webster, TX with her family by her side. Eva was born April 28, 1998 to Paul and Amy House in Houston. She graduated Santa Fe High School in 2017 where she was elected Homecoming Queen in the fall of 2016. Eva was full of life and had a particular passion for sports. She was an active participant in the Santa Fe Special Olympics, and enjoyed Santa Fe Challenger Baseball, Christina Sullivan Foundation Galveston Adaptive Tennis, Texas Rock Star Cheer, and bowling. She loved to dance, draw pants, smiley faces, and balloons, and played with blinds and pipes daily. Eva was proud of her involvement with the Santa...

Albert Percy Caldwell Jr. was born August 1, 1931 at Helena, Arkansas and died February 25, 2021 at League City, Texas, a life spanning 89 years, 6 months and 25 days. He was the eldest child of Albert Percy Caldwell Sr. and Mary Jo Bland Caldwell, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Richard Caldwell and Robert Caldwell. He is survived by his wife, Clevie Jean Friday Caldwell, to whom he was married on June 2, 1953, a loving union lasting almost 68 years. He is also survived by two sons, Stanley Caldwell and his wife Stephanie, of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and Kevin Caldwell and his wife Colleen, of Pearland, Texas; by two daughters, Mary Jean Caldwell...

Mary James born June 1st, 1949 in Owensboro, Kentucky. She passed away on February 22nd 2021 surrounded by her family. Mary lived in League City and was the owner of Essential Hospice. She is preceded in death by her husband William "Bill" James; son Bradley James; parents Athel and Irma Day; sisters Ruby Day, June Moore, Margaret Dean and Corrina Day. Mary is survived by her daughters Brandy Liss and Kathleen James and Kathleen's fianc? Presley Branham, her son Travis James and his wife Jody James and eight grandchildren, Cameron, Kaylee "Marshall", Hayley, Noah, Kaitlin, Jordan, Christian, Aidan and of course her favorite child, her beloved fur baby-Mr. Zeke E. Doodle. Mary was well...

Betty Jean Tilson, of Galveston Texas, formerly of Houston and Sugar Land, entered eternal rest on February 21, 2021. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jerome Tilson, Aunt Margaret Bracey and son Vincent Thomas Holm. She is survived by her son, Jack Holm and wife Carrie Holm, her daughter in law Kim Holm, her granddaughters Jacqueline Holm, Olivia Holm, Lexie Holm, Kyleigh Holm, Christin Batiz and grandsons Vinnie Holm and Mason Gentry. Betty was born to modest beginnings in the Heights area of Houston. She later went to school at Regan High School and was a proud drummer for the Regan Redcoats marching band, where she had many friends, including her lifelong friend...

C. Harold Lambert Jr. (Hal), 1935-2021 of League City, Texas passed on February 19, 2021. Hal was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia; the son of Cheever Harold Lambert and Marie Hale Lambert. Hal is preceded in death by his parents, sister Wini Carter, son Timothy Lambert, and grandson Josiah Lambert. Hal is survived by his wife of 63 years, Diane Harpold Lambert, sons Michael Lambert and wife Roxanne of Columbia, MO., and Richard Lambert and wife Tracy of Fayetteville, AR. Grandchildren Jessica Lambert of Lubbock, Jacob Lambert of Dallas, and step-granddaughter Heather Wedel of Chicago. Hal graduated in 1957 with a BS degree in Physics and Mathematics from the University of North...

Robert Medina, 87, resident of Texas City, Texas, passed from this life, Friday, February 19, 2021 in Galveston, Texas. He was born January 5, 1934 in Texas City, Texas to proud and loving parents, Joe S. Medina and Concepcion Medina. Robert lived his entire life in Galveston County and was a self-made man working in real estate as well as the barber profession. He founded Medina's Barber Shop as well as Singles Apts. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Elisa Medina. He leaves behind to cherish a lifetime of memories three children, Robert R. Medina and wife Rebecca D. Medina, Debra M. Serda and husband Robert Serda, Sr, and David Medina; and raised as a son,...

Marvin George Freudensprung, a resident of League City, Texas passed from this life, Friday, February 19, 2021 surrounded by his family. Marvin was born December 8, 1933 to proud and loving parents Charlie and Christin Freudensprung in Needville, Texas. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Dickinson, Texas, also a member of Woodmen of the World. Marvin spent his career in management for Houston Light and Power Company. However the title he cherished the most was that of husband, father and rancher. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Christin; his wife, LaVerne Reed Freudensprung; and grandson Brad Barr. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, step-...

Marvin George Freudensprung, a resident of League City, Texas passed from this life, Friday, February 19, 2021 surrounded by his family. Marvin was born December 8, 1933 to proud and loving parents Charlie and Christin Freudensprung in Needville, Texas. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Dickinson, Texas, also a member of Woodmen of the World. Marvin spent his career in management for Houston Light and Power Company. However the title he cherished the most was that of husband, father and rancher. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Christin; his wife, LaVerne Reed Freudensprung; and grandson Brad Barr. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, step-...

Marvin George Freudensprung, a resident of League City, Texas passed from this life, Friday, February 19, 2021 surrounded by his family. Marvin was born December 8, 1933 to proud and loving parents Charlie and Christin Freudensprung in Needville, Texas. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Dickinson, Texas, also a member of Woodmen of the World. Marvin spent his career in management for Houston Light and Power Company. However the title he cherished the most was that of husband, father and rancher. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Christin; his wife, LaVerne Reed Freudensprung; and grandson Brad Barr. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, step-...

Eula Piangenti went to be with the Lord on February 16, 2021. She was with her family at her home which was always her wish. Eula was born on December 5, 1931 to William K. Stevens and Clara E. Stevens in Galveston, Texas. She had one older brother and was the oldest of four sisters. Eula dearly loved her family and loved to spend time with them when ever possible. She always liked to share many fond memories of her childhood and growing up on 12th street. Eula retired in 1994 from the Galveston Independent School District. She spent the last twenty years as the administrative assistant for Ray Don Dillion and his predecessor, Eugene Lewis in the Security office at Ball High School....

John Allen Lee Jr., Johnny, Honey or Dad to his family and friends, passed from this life Wednesday, February 10, 2021. At the time of his death he was residing at the Evening Star Personal Care Facility in Alvin, Texas. He was 72 years old, 5 days short of his 73rd birthday. He was born on February 15, 1948 in Galveston, Texas to John and Joan Lee. He grew up in San Leon, Texas. His childhood consisted of friends, sports, teasing his sister, riding his motor scooter, fishing and hunting. Johnny's parents loved to fish and hunt and they passed that love to him. The family would go fishing or hunting every chance they got. It did not matter if you wanted to go or not, you were going. Johnny...

John Allen Lee Jr., Johnny, Honey or Dad to his family and friends, passed from this life Wednesday, February 10, 2021. At the time of his death he was residing at the Evening Star Personal Care Facility in Alvin, Texas. He was 72 years old, 5 days short of his 73rd birthday. He was born on February 15, 1948 in Galveston, Texas to John and Joan Lee. He grew up in San Leon, Texas. His childhood consisted of friends, sports, teasing his sister, riding his motor scooter, fishing and hunting. Johnny's parents loved to fish and hunt and they passed that love to him. The family would go fishing or hunting every chance they got. It did not matter if you wanted to go or not, you were going. Johnny...

Albert M. Aarlie, 97, of New Braunfels, Texas passed away February 1. He was born August 24, 1923 in Chicago, Illinois and was a long-time resident of Texas City, Texas before moving to New Braunfels in 2005 with his late wife Georgette. A graduate of Texas City High School, Bob (as he was known by everyone) attended Schreiner College before enlisting in the U.S. Army in 1943. He was with the 834th Aviation Engineer Battalion and participated in the Normandy Beach and Battle of the Bulge campaigns. After an honorable discharge in 1945, Bob attended the University of Oklahoma. He returned to Texas City and began a lengthy career at Amoco Chemicals, from which he retired in 1983. While...

Jack Patrick Oliver, 81, passed away on January 31, 2021 at UTMB Hospital in League City. Jack or Papa, Papa Jack, Six Pak, Coach as he was known by many will be missed for his big hugs, jokes and love of life. Jack was always the light in the room. His family was his life. He was so proud to tell everyone he met that he was so blessed to have four wonderful children and their spouses, 11 loving grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren that were all special to him. Jack was born in New Orleans on March 23, 1939 but as he would tell you, he was smart enough at 3 months old to move to Galveston where he grew up and went to school. Jack met the love of his life Sandra Sweeney and they...

Kristy Marie Hedger passed away at her home in Kemah TX on January 27, 2021 at the age of 51. Kristy is reunited in death with her Grandmother, Wilma D. Cramer; Grandfather, Obed H. Cramer; Grandfather, Galdo Pavini; her Father, James A. Pavini; and her Father-in-law Paul A. Hedger. Kristy is survived by her beloved husband, Michael Paul Hedger; her 'favorite son' Aleq Matthew Sheets; her 'favorite daughter' Nicole Jean Sanders and 'favorite son-in-law' Cody Wayne Sanders. Her best friend and mother Carol Jean Pavini as well as her dear brother, David Johnathan Pavini. Kristy was also a proud grandmother to Dani Marie (Danielle) Sanders. She was also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces,...

Barbara Ann (Allen) LeCompte passed from this life (while in Facebook jail for standing up for the unborn) on Thursday, January 14, 2021. She was born on January 31, 1951 in Fort Worth, TX to George and Veronica Allen. She is preceded in death by her parents and her daughters, Kimberly and Anne-Marie. Barbara is survived by her husband of 49 years, David LeCompte, Jr., her daughters, Aimee (Tony) Clements of Santa Fe, TX, Angela (Cyrus) Cochran of Edgar, WI, Bobbie (Sean) Leonard of Montgomery, TX, Brigid (Peter) McDonald of Chippewa Falls, WI and Colleen (Caleb) Cochran of Williamsport, PA and her son, Corporal David I. LeCompte (USMC Camp Pendleton, CA). She was so proud to be "Grammy"...