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Joe Louis Gonzalez
Feb 13, 2025
Joe Louis Gonzalez, born on August 25, 1953, in Kingsville, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, in Houston, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. He dedicated many years of his life to working as a laborer in the construction business, where his hard work and determination were evident to all who knew him.
Joe was a cherished member of...
Gavin Slade Noble Martinez
Feb 12, 2025
It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the death of our precious boy, Gavin Slade Noble Martinez. Gavin passed away wrapped up in the arms of his parents on February 12, 2025, at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, Texas. He fought a courageous battle fearlessly with AML (Acute Myeloid Leukemia), underwent multiple chemotherapy treatments, countless surgical procedures and then...
Donald Ray Hroch
Feb 8, 2025
Donald Ray Hroch, 60, of West Columbia, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 8, 2025, surrounded by his wife, family, and friends. He went to be with Jesus, whom he deeply loved.
Born in Corpus Christi, Texas, on June 8, 1964, Donnie was the beloved son of Jeanette Hroch and his father, Ludwig Hroch. He survived by his devoted wife,...
John David Scott
Jan 29, 2025
John David Scott, 74, of Damon, Texas passed away January 29 at his home in Damon. John was born on October 1, 1950, to Earl and Lily Mae Scott in Huntsville, Texas. He attended Pasadena High School. After high school John held multiple blue-collar jobs where he ultimately chose a career in truck driving for Stiles Truck Lines out of...
Harold Hargrove
Jan 27, 2025
Harold Hargrove
July 25, 1921 – January 27, 2025
Harold Hargrove, 103 years young, of Sweeny, Texas, passed peacefully in his sleep on Monday, January 27th, 2025 in Sweeny, Texas.
Born to Oma and Jesse Hargrove in San Augustine, Texas on July 25th, 1921, Harold was the 2nd of eight children, raised in the piney woods of East Texas. As a child and...
Kurt Alan Johnson
Jan 24, 2025
Kurt Alan Johnson, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and loyal friend, passed away on January 24, 2025, in Angleton, Texas. Born on November 29, 1953, in Flint, Michigan, Kurt lived a life marked by devotion to his family, pride in his work, and an unbridled passion for the great outdoors.
Known by those closest to him as “Pop”, Kurt enjoyed...
Howard Ray Taylor
Jan 18, 2025
Howard Ray Taylor, a beloved figure known for his unwavering generosity and infectious smile, passed away on January 18, 2025, in Clear Lake, Texas. He was born on November 30, 1938, in Whitney, Texas, where he began a life marked by kindness and a commitment to uplifting those around him.
Howard was remembered by his family as a very generous man...
Jimmy Frank James
Jan 18, 2025
Jimmy Frank James passed away on January 18, 2025, at the age of 75. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend who touched the lives of many.
Jimmy had a deep love for the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He spent countless hours at Richland Chambers Lake, where he found joy in fishing and sharing his...
Gayle Lynette Langner
Jan 17, 2025
Gayle cherishes her husband's devoted companionship and loving care over the years of their marriage.
Gayle's love for her children is unconditional and she taught them compassion, patience, grace and that they can accomplish anything.
Gayle is adored as Oma/MuMu to her grandbabies and great-grandbabies. Her hand-crafted, custom sewn characters, costumes and homemade ice cream show her love to her grandbabies.
Gayle is...
Jerry 'Wayne' Huffman
Jan 14, 2025
Jerry Wayne Huffman, 57 of Brazoria passed away in his sleep January 14, 2025. He was born July 13, 1967, in Freeport, Texas to Jerry Dean and Joyce Elizabeth (Burke) Huffman. Those close to him knew him as “Wayne-O” or simply just “Wayne”.
Wayne is survived by his wife of 30 years, Roberta Smith-Huffman of Sweeny. Mother Joyce (Burke) Huffman of...
Leona Evelyn Panas
Jan 13, 2025
Leona Evelyn Schulze Panas passed away from this earthly life to her eternal home in heaven on January 13, 2025, at the age of 85 in Katy, Texas. Born on July 30,1939 in Northrup, Lee County Texas, to Ben P and Mathilde (née Reinhardt) Schulze; Leona was the youngest of 6 children. She was baptized on August 6,1939 at St...
Douglas James Schuerg
Jan 6, 2025
Douglas James Schuerg
February 18, 1936 – January 6, 2025
Douglas "Doug" James Schuerg, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, at the age of 88 in Sweeny, Texas. Born on February 18, 1936, in Fredericksburg, Texas, to Albert C. Schuerg and Anna Schmidt Schuerg, Doug was the youngest of three boys raised on their...
Charlotte Diane Hiers
Jan 5, 2025
Charlotte Diane Hiers, born on June 5, 1957, in San Diego, California, passed away on January 5, 2025, in Sweeny, Texas. She was a beloved rancher, solderer, shoemaker, and school employee, embodying dedication and strength throughout her life.
Charlotte's life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her family and community. She was a devoted mother to her sons, John F....
2024 Christmas Remembrance
Dec 31, 2024
C.T. Baker & Sons Funeral Home announces the Christmas Remembrance event established to honor and remember those beloved individuals who have passed away during the year. This special occasion serves as a poignant reminder of cherished memories and the enduring love that remains in our hearts.
The spirit of this remembrance embodies the warmth and comfort extended to families grieving the...
Maria Magdalena Longoria
Dec 26, 2024
Maria Magdalena (Magda) Longoria, 65, of West Columbia, TX passed away on December 26, 2024 at Methodist Hospital in Houston, TX. She was born to Ermila Gonzalez & Efren Perez in Weslaco, TX on November 7, 1959. Magda was married to Teodoro (Ted) Longoria for 45 years & had 3 children: Teodoro Jr (deceased), Clarissa & Cristina Longoria.
She was a...
Robert Earl Burns, Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Robert Earl Burns Jr was born in Dallas, Texas on February 15, 1943. Bob passed away peacefully in his home in Damon Texas on December 26, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He cherished his son Robert Earl Burns III, daughter Susan Ruth Flessner, daughter-in-law Maria Christina Burns and son-in-law Michael Paul Flessner and his sister Judith Burns Fredrick. He...
Michael W. Mears
Dec 25, 2024
Michael W. Mears, affectionately known as "Thump," was born on June 20, 1989, in Galveston, Texas. He departed this world on December 25, 2024, in Houston, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. Michael lived a life full of passion and excitement. He was an adrenaline junkie at heart, known for his exuberant spirit and zest for adventure.
Michael had an unwavering...
John Michael McCann
Dec 23, 2024
John Michael McCann, known affectionately as Mickey, was born on December 30,1943, in Houston, Texas, and passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at HCA Clear Lake Coronary Unit, surrounded by his loving family. He was a dedicated husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Mickey's professional journey as a union pipefitter spanned an impressive sixty years. He was a proud member...
Donnie Ray Anderson
Dec 18, 2024
In Loving Memory of Donnie Anderson
August 18, 1968– December 18, 2024
Donnie Anderson passed away on December 18, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of a life lived boldly, deeply, and unapologetically. Born on August 18, 1968, to the late Patricia Ann (Rader) and Truman R. Anderson. Donnie grew up with a resilience shaped by hardship. Despite his struggles, he would give...
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