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Franklin "Frank" Theodore Polasek, of League City, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 in Webster, Texas at the age of 91. He was born on May 23, 1934 in Wharton, Texas to Edward and Mary Polasek. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Polasek, and their three children: Greg Polasek and his wife, Lauren; Jeff Polasek and his wife, Lori; and Lisa Polasek and her husband, Chris Molison. He was also blessed with eight grandchildren, and four great grandchildren who brought him great joy. The Family will receive friends on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 9:30 a.m., with a Rosary at 10 a.m. and a funeral service at 11 a.m. at St. Mary of the Expectation Catholic Church, 1612 East Walker St.,...

Netha Moore, of League City, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026 in Pearland, Texas at the age of 89. She was born on March 16, 1936 in Yarnaby, Oklahoma to Troy and Celesta Swindell. She was a legal secretary and a member of St. Christopher Episcopal Church in League City. Netha was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years Earl S. Moore. She is survived by her children Susan, Tracy, Troy and George and many other loving family and firends. A Ceremony will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 2:00pm at St. Christopher Episcopal Church, 2508 St. Christopher Ave., League City, Texas 77573 with Mother Viktoria Gotting presiding. In lieu of flowers, you may send memorials to St....

Sylvia Lynn Arbegust Prendergast of Friendswood, Texas passed away on January 11, 2026 in Pearland, Texas at the age of 77 from complications of gastric cancer. She was born on November 3, 1948, to Jacqueline Sylvia Hempel Arbegust and Edwin Rimmer Arbegust in Galveston, Texas. Proud to be born on the island-BOI, she was a member of the Class of '66 at Ursuline Academy and graduated from the University of Dallas in 1970 with degrees in English and Secondary Education. On August 22, 1970, she happily married a fellow Galvestonian, Charles Frederick Prendergast, a fightin' Texas Aggie. She fell in love with Charles and Texas A&M, and they enjoyed many happy years watching and attending...

Sylvia Lynn Arbegust Prendergast of Friendswood, Texas passed away on January 11, 2026 in Pearland, Texas at the age of 77 from complications of gastric cancer. She was born on November 3, 1948, to Jacqueline Sylvia Hempel Arbegust and Edwin Rimmer Arbegust in Galveston, Texas. Proud to be born on the island--BOI, she was a member of the Class of '66 at Ursuline Academy and graduated from the University of Dallas in 1970 with degrees in English and Secondary Education. On August 22, 1970, she happily married a fellow Galvestonian, Charles Frederick Prendergast, a fightin' Texas Aggie. She fell in love with Charles and Texas A&M, and they enjoyed many happy years watching and...

The Honorable Judge Roy Mancha Quintanilla, of League City, Texas passed away on Sunday January 4, 2026, in Houston, Texas at the age of 81. Remembered as a man of honor, for his integrity and kindness, and being a true gentleman. He was born on April 18, 1944, in McAllen, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents Rogelio and Victoria Quintanilla, parents-in-law Dalton and Edna Parker, brother Pedro G. Quintanilla, brothers-in-law: Gilbert Pena and Allen Parker, and sister-in-law Ina Parker. He is survived by his loving wife Betty of 58 years, two sons Roy (wife Pamela) Quintanilla, and Donnie Quintanilla. His brother Jose "Joe" (wife Norma) Quintanilla, and sisters Mary (husband...

Manon Ann Diedrick Poole, 88, passed away on October 26, 2025, at her home surrounded by family. She was born on August 6, 1937, in San Antonio, TX, to Lillian and Alan Diedrick. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Irene Brackeen, son-in-law Elias Mark, and her loving husband of 67 years, Edward Poole. Manon is survived by her four children: Edward Poole (Carolyn), Michael Poole (Diana), Patrick Poole (Joy), and Amanda Mark. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren: Joshua Poole (Janine), Matthew Poole (Megan), Travis Poole (Katie), Garrett Poole, Ilona Poole, Alyssa Poole, Deanna Poole, Allyson Mark, Katherine Mark, and Madeline Mark, and six great grandchildren, Finn...

Surrounded by his family, John Paul McLemore, 75, of League City, TX took his last breath on earth and opened his eyes in the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 4, 2025. John was born on June 27, 1950 to Alton and Dolly McLemore in El Dorado, Arkansas. He and his siblings grew up in a loving home where they learned to love the Lord and their family deeply. He attended and was baptized at Marrable Hill Baptist Church. John loved to tell stories from his childhood growing up on Julia St. John is preceded in death by his parents, Alton and Dolly McLemore, his mother-in-law Helen Odom, sister-in-law Gwen Odom, and brother-in-law Joe Whatley. He is survived by his loving...

Lavonne Collins was born February 14, 1926 in Kosse, Texas to Percy and Thelma Henley. She grew up on a cotton farm with 2 brothers. She graduated from high school in 1943 and moved to Texas City, Texas. She met a handsome young veteran named Arthur in 1946 and married him later that year. Together they had two daughters. They moved to League City in 1958 where she lived until 2021 at which time she moved to Austin, Texas to be by family. She is preceded in death by her parents and brothers Bill Henley and James Henley. She leaves behind her daughters Linda Demestihas and husband Bill Demestihas, Peggy Collins,1 granddaughter Allison McDonald, several nieces and nephews and numerous...

Fr?d?rique Anne Edelman (n?e Abramovich, Aubry) was born in Constantinople (Istanbul), Turkey, on October 24, 1926, to Abram (Abrasha) and Tselia Abramovich. Originally from Odessa, Abrasha and Tselia had fled to Turkey after the Bolsheviks expropriated their family home and business during the Russian Revolution. In Istanbul, Fr?d?rique lived with her parents and beloved older brother Robert (Bob) in an apartment above Suriye Pasaji and attended one of the city's French lyc?es. In 1930, the family moved to Paris, France in the wake of Turkish president Kemal Ataturk's "Speak Turkish" campaign, which was intended to forcibly assimilate ethnic and religious minorities. Upon settling in...

Janet Gail Broze, of Dickinson, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025 in Houston, Texas at the age of 73. She was born on July 15, 1952 in LaMarque, Texas to T.B. "Hap" and Doris Alexander. She loved her family and friends, shopping, taking cruises, playing slot machines, the Astros, and her cats. She could always be found at family gatherings, especially at the ranch, and playing cards with friends. Janet was preceded in death by her mother and father T.B. and Doris Alexander, step father Walter "Buddy" Williams and brother Gary Alexander. She is survived by her husband Clarence Broze, Jr., daughter Tiffany Silvertooth and husband Ryan, son Grady Mack and wife Kimberly, Josh Broze...

William Karl Otte, Jr., 87, of League City, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Born on February 4, 1938, in Waco, Texas, he was the son of William Karl Otte, Sr. and Rossina Louise Otte. A proud Texan, Bill grew up in La Marque, graduating from La Marque High School in 1956. He went on to study at the University of Texas at Arlington from 1956 to 1958 and later graduated from Southwest Texas State University in 1961. Bill married Diana Elaine "Dee" Damiani, on December 5, 1964, in Galveston, Texas. Together, they raised two sons, William Karl Otte III and Christopher Lance Otte, who were their pride and joy. He and Dee were married 58 years and lived in...

Carolyn Sue Pierce, age 85, of Dickinson, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025. She was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on September 6, 1940, to William and Dorothy Kimball. Carolyn lived a life defined by intelligence, compassion, and quiet strength. In her early years, she worked as a stenographer, a career that reflected her discipline and sharp mind. She later earned her master's degree in psychology from the University of Houston, a proud achievement and reflection of her lifelong love of learning. Though her education and accomplishments were meaningful, Carolyn's greatest calling was her family. As a devoted wife and stay-at-home mother, she poured her energy and...

Dennis "Denny" Earl Holt, 78, passed away peacefully at his home on July 27, 2025. He was born on July 5, 1947, in Randallstown, MD, to Earl and Mary Belle Holt. Denny's life was marked by robust strength, unwavering loyalty, and a deep love for his faith, family, friends, community, Elvis?and his red Corvette. Denny proudly called League City, TX, home since 1977. Over a 30-year career with the City, he served the community in many capacities, including as Emergency Management Coordinator. His strong presence and steadfast dedication left a lasting impact on both the City and the countless individuals fortunate to know him. A lifelong car enthusiast, Denny was instrumental in founding the...

Jerome Hubert Hake, of League City, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 in League City, Texas at the age of 93. He was born on June 15, 1932 in Tipton, Kansas to Mark and Christina (Konzem) Hake. Jerry was a Member of Saint Mary of the Expectation Catholic Church in League City. He was a 4th degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus and was a Knight for 75 years. He was born on a farm but he was employed in the construction and chemical industries, and was an Army veteran. Although he left the farm, the farm never left him. He was an avid gardener. He also enjoyed investing and following the markets. He volunteered with hospice and many church activities. Jerry was preceded in death...

Chester A. "Butch" Barger, Jr., of Galveston, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 in League City, Texas at the age of 78. Butch was born to Chester and Dorothy Barger on January 20, 1947 at St. Mary's Hospital in Galveston, Texas. He attended Galveston Public Schools and graduated from Ball High School in the Class of 1965. After high school, he went to work for Houston Lighting and Power Company. His employment was interrupted in 1968 when he was drafted into the United States Army. He served two years and obtained the rank of Sargent (E-5). After returning, he went back to work for HL&P which later became Reliant Energy, then CenterPoint Energy. Butch retired after 40 years...

On July 15, 2025, Anne "Nancy" Marie Paine Owens passed away in League City, Texas. Nancy was the seventh child born to Robert Treat Paine and Mary Catherine Lewis Paine on July 21,1933 in Lebanon, PA. Nancy and her husband Glenn met while serving as an air traffic controller and weatherman in the U.S. Navy at the naval base in Corpus Christi, Texas during the Korean War. Their first date was attending a Harlem Globe Trotters Basketball Game. They soon married on September 26, 1953 in Lebanon, PA. They moved to Kingsville, Texas to begin their college careers at Texas A&I University while simultaneously starting their family of seven children which soon grew to include five sons;...

Legendary Texas attorney Ronald "Ronny" Krist passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 21, 2025, at his home in Kemah, Texas. Ronny was born on April 9, 1937, to Vera Sue and Harry Krist in Tyler, Texas. He met the love of his life, Carole Grubb, at the University of Texas in Austin, and was the first college graduate in his family. Shortly after earning his business degree and while studying law, he and Carole tied the knot. Carole's beauty and grace were a perfect match for the brash young Longhorn. Carole worked to support the newly married couple, and he graduated from the University of Texas Law School in 1962. With childhood West Texas roots in both San Angelo and Midland, Ronny's...