Obituaries
Monte Melton Sheppard
Jun 6, 2024
Monte Melton Sheppard, a man deeply cherished by his family and friends, passed on June 6, 2024, in Sweeny, TX. He was born on October 31, 1944, in Hobbs, NM, to his loving parents Jim Findley and Wanda Ross Findley.
Monte was known for his love of cooking and entertaining, a passion that brought joy to those around him. His enthusiasm...
Roger L. Kees
Jun 6, 2024
Roger L. Kees, a dedicated teacher who worked tirelessly for many years before enjoying a well-earned retirement, passed away on June 6, 2024, in Brazoria, TX. He was born on October23, 1955, in Bay City, TX. Roger excelled in his career and touched the lives of many students throughout his time as an educator.Roger's passion for teaching was evident in...
Ashlie Nicole Landon
Jun 5, 2024
Ashlie Nicole Landon, 13, of Angleton, Texas went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.Ashlie was born in Angleton on October 12, 2010, to Megan Landon and later adopted by Michael Landon. Ashlie was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s Episcopal church in West Columbia, Tx. Where she enjoyed being an acolyte. Ashlie also enjoyed singing and...
Shirley F Trahan
Jun 5, 2024
Shirley F Trahan, born Shirley Marie Flournoy on February 3, 1931, in Dayton, TX, passed away on June 5, 2024, at M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, TX after a valiant battle against angiosarcoma. She was a cherished wife to the late William 'Bill' James Trahan.
Shirley's love for life extended far beyond her earthly presence. Among many things, she loved people,...
Buz Ogden
Jun 2, 2024
Harold “Buz” Ogden, 81, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2024.
He was born on August 23, 1942, in Waco, Texas to Glen and Edith Ogden. Buz’s life was
defined by sharing the love and message of Jesus Christ to his family and anyone he met. He
spent many hours studying the Bible and was a faithful servant who taught Sunday School for
over...
Wynelle R. Vollbaum
May 28, 2024
Wynelle R. Vollbaum has peacefully passed into the arms of the Lord, at the age of 91 in Lake Jackson, TX. She was born on September 4, 1932, in Rosenberg, TX, to the late Irene (Wenzel) Rogers and Jack Rogers.
Wynelle was a shining example of love and devotion as a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother! Her warm...
Kathy Sue Shipman
May 26, 2024
Kathy Sue Ridgeway Shipman, 81, passed away peacefully in Lake Jackson, Texas on May 26, 2024.
Kathy was born on February 16, 1943, in Pawnee, Oklahoma. She was the first of three children born to Harold “HH” and Nadine Ridgeway. Kathy grew up on a farm outside of Pawnee with her two brothers and graduated from Pawnee High School in 1961.
Kathy...
Nancy Joann Kolojaco
May 25, 2024
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Nancy Joann Kolojaco, on May 25, 2024, at the age of 71 after a lengthy illness. Nancy was born on March 2, 1953, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Joyce Inez and Vernet D. Hass. She moved around a lot as a child, living in various cities in Oklahoma, California, and Texas. She...
Gary Wayne Meyer
May 22, 2024
Gary Wayne Meyer went to be with the Lord on May 22, 2024. Born on July 17, 1958, in Richmond, Texas, he was the son of Gilbert Meyer and Dorothy (Meyer) Abel. Gary grew up on a farm and developed a passion for agriculture that would last a lifetime.
Gary is survived by his mother and siblings: Suzanne Mullins and her...
David Michael Knuckey
May 19, 2024
David Michael Knuckey of Sweeny, Texas passed away in his home Sunday, May 19th 2024. He was 74 years old.
David was born in Duluth, Minnesota on December 10th, 1949 to Betty (nee Cardinal) and Hugh Knuckey. They resided in Hermantown, Minnesota. In 1956 the family moved to St. Petersburg, Florida. David graduated from Northeast Highschool in St. Petersburg in 1967.
As...
Theresa ( Terrie) Marie Martin
May 17, 2024
Theresa Marie Martin of Brazoria, Texas, passed away on May 17, 2024.She was born on October 26, 1959 in Taipei, Taiwan.
She was known to her friends as “Terrie”. Terrie was a beautiful, intelligent, artistic person who cherished her friends and all her adopted animals. Terrie had a deep love for animals, mainly cats. All her life she enjoyed arts and...
Hubert Howard Kennedy
May 17, 2024
Hubert Howard Kennedy
May 22 1927 to May 17 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Hubert Howard Kennedy announces his passing on May 17, 2024, at the age of 96.
Howard was born in 1927 in North Elm, which was a small farming community northwest of Cameron, Texas, to Rice Max Kennedy and Frankie (McKenzie) Kennedy. He graduated from Yoe High School in 1945...
Arvin Cameron Smith
May 12, 2024
Arvin Cameron Smith, born Arvin Mae Cameron on April 23, 1941, in Mt. Pleasant, TX, peacefully passed away on May 12, 2024 in Lake Jackson, TX. She was a dedicated operator for the Brazoria Phone Company for many years, leaving a mark through her hard work and commitment.Arvin's proudest accomplishments included her love for music as enjoyed playing the piano....
Robert Mendeola Gutierrez
May 10, 2024
Robert Mendeola Gutierrez
May 9, 1956 ~ May 10, 2024
Robert Mendeola Gutierrez passed away on May 10, 2024 in Alvin, TX., he was 68. Robert was born in Bay City, TX on May 9, 1956, to the late Lelia and Leon Gutierrez.
Per the family’s request, services and interment for Robert will be held privately.
Services under the direction of C.T. Baker...
Harvey Ray Cook
May 8, 2024
Harvey Ray Cook, born on August 28, 1937, in Mt. Pleasant, TX, passed into the arms of the Lord on May 8 2024, in Lake Jackson, TX. He was a dedicated worker who contributed over 15 years of his life to SPR in Freeport, TX, eventually retiring in 2002. Subsequently, he embarked another fruitful journey at Burrow Global for over...
Lisa Ann Allen
May 1, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lisa Ann Allen, a cherished wife, dedicated medical records transcriptionist, and a beloved member of the community. Lisa passed away on May 1, 2024, in Sugarland, TX, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that will never be forgotten.Born on April 28, 1960, in Lubbock, TX, Lisa spent...
Billie Sue Dumesnil
Apr 25, 2024
West Columbia and the surrounding communities celebrate the life of a beloved community member, Sue Dumesnil. Sue’s sunrise was January 28, 1925, in West Columbia, TX, her sunset was on April 25, 2024, at her Lake Jackson home at the age of 99. She was surrounded by her loving family as she peacefully passed into the arms of the Lord.
Sue...
Salvador Ramirez
Apr 24, 2024
Salvador Ramirez (July 8, 1946 - April 24, 2024)It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Salvador Ramirez, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Salvador passed away on April 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. He was born in Victoria, TX to the late Manuel and Carolina Ramirez.
Salvador dedicated over 30...
Jaime Alicia Moore
Apr 19, 2024
Jaime Alicia Moore, née McElyea, of Sweeny, Texas, passed away on April 19, 2024. She was born on August 6, 1983, in Athens, Alabama. Jaime was a resilient individual known for her unwavering strength and selflessness. Throughout her courageous battle with cancer, she never once voiced a complaint or focused on her own struggles; instead, she dedicated herself to putting...
Lamont "Monty" Herbert Bradley
Apr 19, 2024
Lamont "Monty" Herbert Bradley, known affectionately as Monty by all who knew him, has passed away on April 19, 2024, in Houston, TX. He was born on December 19, 1950, in El Dorado, KS, to the late Geraldine (Summers) and Lonnie Bradley.
Monty was born in Kansas, but was raised in Oklahoma. After, he moved to Jones Creek, TX. Monty, a...