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Michael Farley
Jul 14, 2019
Michael Shane Farley, of the Woodlands, Texas, was born in Martinsburg, West Virginia on July 20, 1971, and passed away on July 14, 2019. There are so many things to say about Shane that he probably didn't even know himself or at least would deny. He was highly intelligent, had the biggest heart and when he...
Mary Ducroz
Jul 12, 2019
Mary Joan Lytle Ducroz, 90, was welcomed into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father on Friday, July 12, 2019. Mary Jo, as she was lovingly referred to, was born on April 27, 1929 in Borger, Texas to Theodore Wesley Lytle and Golda McGinnis Lytle. The Lytle family moved to East Columbia when she was two...
Charles Heiser
Jul 10, 2019
Charles Heiser, along with his twin sister JoAnn, were born August 13, 1935 to parents Eula Johnson Heiser and James Charles Heiser. Though his birthplace was Alba, Wood County, Texas he spent most of his life in Brazoria County after his father moved here to work for Dow during the war. He resided many years in...
William Logsdon
Jul 9, 2019
William "Bill" Vaughn Logsdon, was born in Baldwin County, Foley, Alabama on August 13, 1927, to Taylor Vaughn and Vivian Willis Logsdon. He passed away early Tuesday morning, July 9th, at home surrounded by his family. He was 91. Bill joined the Merchant Marines when he was 16 and served until the end of World War...
Robert Johnston
Jul 3, 2019
Robert Charles Johnston, of West Columbia, went home to be with the Lord on July 3, 2019 at the age of 87. He was born in Wharton, Texas to Fred Johnston and Ollie Hudgins Johnston. Robert, "Bobby", graduated from Columbia High School and immediately went to work for Dow Chemical. During his employment, he enlisted in...
Opal Dearing
Jul 2, 2019
On July 2, 2019 Louise Dearing of West Columbia left her family and friends to be with her beloved husband, W.D. Dearing. Louise was born to Henry and Sarah Lawson in Lufkin. She grew up there, went to Hudson Independent School where she met W.D. Dearing. They were married January 24, 1942. Survivors include daughter, Brenda...
Betty Livingston
Jun 26, 2019
Betty Jean (Bryant) Livingston Longtime resident of West Columbia, Texas went to her heavenly home on June 26th at the age of 89 after a five-month battle with cancer. She passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family. She was born September 5, 1929, in Kingsland, Arkansas to Watt Malone & Virgie Emma (Kea)...
James Winthrop, Sr.
Jun 25, 2019
James L. Winthrop Sr., 74, of Brazoria passed from this life on June 25, 2019. He was born on May 2, 1945 in Lufkin to Jesse T. & Ruby V. Winthrop. James worked as a foreman for Dow Chemical for 29 years in the polyglycol unit. After his retirement in 1997, he loved spending time with...
Sharon Corley
Jun 22, 2019
Sharon Ann Corley, 72, of Brazoria, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019, at her favorite place, the River House, where she enjoyed cooking, crafting, and creating beautiful memories for her family. She was born on February 26, 1947 in Freeport, Texas to Joe and Norma (Bing) Hughes. A memorial service will be held 11:00 am...
Raymond Punch
Jun 13, 2019
Raymond J. Punch, 79, of Brazoria passed from this life on June 13, 2019 in Angleton surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Lockport, La. on July 25, 1939 to Sylvere & Ariana Punch. Raymond was a very hardworking man who was loved by all who met him. He was one of a kind....
Anacleta Garza
Jun 11, 2019
Anacleta Esparza Garza, 84, of Sweeny, passed on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 in Angleton, Texas. She was born on July 13, 1934 in Moulton, Texas to Frederico and Estanislacla (Longoria) Esparza. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia with Pastor Tom Flores officiating. The visitation...
Anita Jones
Jun 6, 2019
Anita Ruth Jones, 75, of West Columbia passed from this life on June 6, 2019 in Richmond, Texas. She was born in Galveston on May 7, 1944 to Otto A. & Alma Louise Lampe. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 10, 2019 at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia at 10:00 am. Burial will...
John Greenberg
Jun 5, 2019
John Hendrix Greenberg "Do things from the heart - not for the publicity" ~ Johnny John H. Greenberg, 68, of Brazoria answered the call to come home on June 5, 2019. He passed away peacefully at his residence after a long battle with ALS with his wife Gail by his side. He was born on June...
Jerry Russell
Jun 4, 2019
Jerry Mac Russell, born on November 30, 1954, went to his heavenly home at the age of 64, on June 4, 2019 after he won his battle with pancreatic cancer. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace. He was immersed in the...
Kelly Borders Sr.
May 31, 2019
After a two year battle with cancer, a fight he truly fought, Kelly Lee Borders Sr., age 73, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. Kelly was born in Taylor, Texas on May 22, 1946 to Andrew and Ann Borders. He graduated from Brazosport High School in 1964. After high...
Alda Walker
May 29, 2019
Alda Faye Walker, 86, of Clute, Texas, passed from this life on Wednesday, May 29, 2019. She was born on January 26, 1933 in Chico, Texas to Charles and Lora (Ross) Ham. A graveside service will be held 1:00 pm Monday, June 3, 2019 at Cedar Lawn Haven of Rest with Kenneth Walker officiating. The family...
Charles Ercanbrack
May 29, 2019
Charles Eugene Ercanbrack, 66, of Brazoria, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2019. He was born on August 25, 1952 in Freeport, Texas to Eugene and Mary (Cheatham) Ercanbrack. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at Baker Funeral Home in Brazoria. Burial will follow at Brazoria Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday,...
Kimberly Frazer
May 26, 2019
Kimberly Jean Frazer, 51, of West Columbia passed away in Sugar Land on May 26, 2019. She was born in Galveston on November 15, 1967 to Samuel B. Hatfield Jr. and Linda Sue Cruthis Hatfield. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 31, 2019 at 2:00 pm at Baker Funeral Home in Brazoria. Visitation will...
James Cobb
May 25, 2019
James Howell "Jim" Cobb, also known as "Hal" to family and West Columbia classmates, came into this world at 3:15 AM on Wednesday, Novermber 5, 1941, and ascended into heaven at around 5:00 AM on Saturday, May 25th, 2019 at the age of 77. Jim was born at St. Patrick's Hospital in Hackberry, Louisiana to parents,...
Stephanie Svajda
May 25, 2019
Stephanie Svajda, 45, of Houston passed away on May 25, 2019 at her home. She was born in Richmond, Texas on February 10, 1974 to Cathy and Stephen Svajda. Stephanie is already greatly missed. "Aunt Steffy" was continuously caring, warm spirited, and was always there for her friends and family when needed. The family will receive...
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