Simon Pena Resendez, 67 of Brazoria passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2010 at his residence. He was born on May 17, 1942 to Eduardo and Ramona Resendez in San Diego, Texas.

Simon worked for the City of Brazoria for over 17 years as a backhoe operator. His grandchildren were the love of his life. He enjoyed spending time watching them play. He loved barbecuing for his family and friends and he also loved plumbing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; Eduardo Resendez, Jr., Chale Resendez and Larry Resendez and sister, Alicia Resendez.

He is survived by his loving wife; Alicia Resendez of Brazoria, sons, Robert Garcia of Clute, Ruben Garcia of Laredo, TX, Adam Resendez and wife Kelly of Brazoria, Robert Resendez and wife Estella of Alice, TX, Simon Resendez, Jr. and wife Gloria, Raul Resendez and wife Hope and Victor Resendez and wife Maria all of Lubbock, TX, daughters, Jessica Resendez of Brazoria, Dalia Morales and husband Danny and Maria Thomas Uriegas and husband Victor and Sarah Franklin and husband Allen all of Lubbock, TX and Rosa Resendez and special friend Lisa Huggins of Robstown, TX, brothers, Manuel Resendez and wife Esther of Brazoria and Servando Resendez and wife Marie of Robstown, TX, sisters, Lupe Resendez, Trina Lopez and husband Mauro and Oralia Perez all of Robstown, TX , brother-in-law, Jose Solis and wife Lisa of Holiday Lakes, sister-in-law, Maria Hernandez of Clute, special friend, Abel Villapando of Brazoria, 30 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria, Texas. A rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m. with Deacon Jimmy Smith officiating.

Funeral mass will be Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Brazoria with Father Tin Pham officiating. Interment will follow at Gulf Prairie Cemetery in Jones Creek, TX.

Pallbearers will be Ruben Garcia, Robert Garcia, Adam Resendez, Ramon Zarate, Simon Resendez, Jr. and Tyson Garza.

Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

George Edward “Eddie” Davis, 72 of Brazoria passed away on February 26, 2010 at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born on November 1, 1937 in Pontiac, Illinois to Milton and Genva (Ruff) Davis.

George loved to fish and play with his great grandchildren along with his 6 grandchildren. He was truck driver for over 40 years. He loved to travel and spend time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his loving partner of 30 years, Bonnie Jean Davis of Brazoria, sisters, Diana Estes of Florida and Moana Davis of California, daughter, Amanda Dilley of Angleton, son; James Stewart of Rantoul Illinois, son; Michael Stewart of Layfette, Indiana, son; Raymond Stewart of Troy, New York, daughter; Debra of Florida, son, Jeff Davis of Illinois, daughter, Pam of Missouri and daughter, Misty of Louisiana.

He had 6 grandchildren, Nicole of Brazoria and family, Scott of Brazoria, Christina of Illinois, Alexander of Illinois, Melodie of Indiana and Raymond, Jr. of Pennsylvania. He had 2 great grandchildren, Blake James Edward and Baby Scottie of Brazoria.

He is preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Sara Stewart, step-father, Richard and sister, Linda Brown.

Family will receive friends on Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m.

The Davis family would like to send special thanks to all the nurses on the 3rd floor and staff of Brazosport Regional Health System for all the loving care that was given to George E. Davis during his stay at the hospital.

In lieu of flowers please make donations payable to Dixon Funeral Home, P.O. Box 873, Brazoria, TX 77422. Mr. Davis did not have any insurance to pay for funeral cost. Any donation will be appreciated.

Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Mirraya Ayanna Pierce, infant daughter of Billy Ray Pierce III and Monica Garza of Angleton, TX went home with the angels on, Saturday, February 20, 2010, at Brazosport Regional Health Systems in Lake Jackson, TX.

She is survived by her loving parents; grandparents, Pamela Thomas of Pearland, Patti Garza of Angleton, Billy Ray Pierce Jr of Angleton; great grandparents, Ada Pierce(Melvin Mitchell) of Angleton, Lisa Alcoce(Pedro) of Angleton, Hallie Rogers(Floyd) of Rosharon, and Billy Ray Pierce Sr.(Mary) of Angleton; great great grandparent, Emma Johnson of Angleton; aunts, Billyssia Pierce of Houston, Natasha Garza of Angleton and Bianca Pierce of Pearland; uncles, Ralph Cooper of Houston, Rayland Thomas of Pearland and a host of other loving relatives.

Mommy and Daddy love you princess.

Active pallbearers will be Anthony Higgins, Stephen Garcia, Christopher Chu and Jacob Insante.

Funeral services will be Friday, February 26, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church, 522 W. Live Oak, Angleton, with Rev. Gerald Holland, officiating. Burial will follow at the Angleton Cemetery.

Visitation will be Thursday, February 25, 2010, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, Tx. 77515.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton.(979)849-8800.

Glenn Harvle Vernor, 82 was born to Jay and Hester Vernor on February 6, 1928 in Camp Wood, Texas and passed away at home in Brazoria on February 13, 2010.

He married his loving wife, Wilma Jean Sanders, February of 1950. They lived in Camp Wood-Uvalde area for the first five years of their married lives before moving to the Brazosport area in 1955. They recently celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary.

He worked for Dow Chemical as an operator for 32 years before retiring and had several successful businesses in his lifetime, including Vernor’s Farm and Ranch Supply. He enjoyed hunting with his sons and raising a wide variety of animals.

Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, Jay and Hester Vernor, sisters, Emma Lee Webb, Bonnie Rummel and Rita Hubble, brothers, Clarence Vernor, Johnny Vernor and Robert “Dugan” Vernor and son, Perry Lyndel Vernor.

He is survived by his wife, Wilma Jean Vernor, sons, Gary Vernor and wife Becky, Ricki Vernor and wife Kay and David Vernor and wife Dale, grandchildren, Shelby Vernor and wife Courtney, Cindy Mitchell and husband Chris, Curtis Vernor and wife Ani, Charles Vernor, Ross Vernor and Phillip Vernor, step-grandchildren, Amanda DeLeon, Lisa DeLeon, Stephanie DeLeon and Martin DeLeon.

Glenn will be missed greatly by his family and friends and will be remembered for his gentle spirit, kind heart and sense of humor.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 18, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Brazoria with the funeral following at 7:00 p.m.

Active pallbearers will be Shelby Vernor, Cindy Mitchell, Curtis Vernor, Charles Vernor, Ross Vernor and Phillip Vernor.



Honorary pallbearers will be Lonnie Ray Webb and Martin Sanders.

There will be a funeral service on Saturday, February 20, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Homes, Hwy 55 in Camp Wood, TX. Interment will follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Camp Wood, TX.

Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Mary Louise Johnson Cook was born on March 13, 1944 in Sargent, Texas to Rachel Marie Hobbs. Her mother later married Alexander Johnson from Mims Community, Brazoria, Texas who adopted and lovingly raised Mary.

Mary was active in memberships in Christian churches throughout her life. Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church in Sweeny, Texas was one of the earlier churches where she participated in Sunday School teaching and church administration.

Mary attended public schools in Sweeny, Texas at G.W.Carver School from elementary until high school graduation in 1962. As she attended school, she was a very bright student and also a leader in school activities. She excelled in math and science, academically. She was a majorette and led the entire marching band in their high school routines. Mary graduated as Valedictorian of her 1962 class. Immediately after her Carver graduation, she attended Wharton County Junior College and graduated in 1964 with an Associate of Science Degree. Mary joined the Women’s Army Corporation (WAC) and graduated on October 2, 1966. Computer Science expertise was earned and prepared her for her career after she earned her degrees and certificates. Throughout her career, she worked on numerous Information Technology (IT) corporate assignments and contracts. To name a few: IT for the Department of Defense at the Pentagon in D.C.; IT for Howard University College of Medicine in D.C.; and IT for Association of American Medical Colleges in D.C.

Mary married Uzell Cook where they have lived in Alexandria, Virginia, Austin and Dallas, Texas. They have four children and two grandchildren. Their children are Sean (Dallas, Texas), Tawynmanda (Austin, Texas), Euell (Tiffany) (Travis AFB, California) and Krystal (Finley, Ohio). Their grandchildren are Donovan and Ciara (Travis AFB).

Mary enjoyed reading; watching television; being a Boy Scout mom; tutoring and coaching home-school mothers who have highly skilled gym students; working and improving neighborhood watch programs; and advancing her professional skills, as well as their children’s skills. Just note that Mary was usually always seen with her computer in hand! It was common to see her and her family on the beach, at family reunions, in the car, most anywhere using her computer!

Mary’s sisters and brothers are: Carolyn Grovey-Brown (Pearland, Tx); Ursula Faye Johnson (Houston, Tx); Janice Evelyn Catley (Houston, Tx); Darryl Spencer Johnson (Sylvia)(Prairie View, Tx); Kirk Roderick Johnson (Roi-Anne) (Sweeny, Tx); Deceased brothers are Alexander; Clinton; Paul; Donald; and Nathan;

Relatives include: one Great Aunt, Mrs. Criscella Washington, (Cedar Lake, Tx); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.
Active pallbearers will be Sean Cook, Euell Cook, Michael Johnson, Eric Johnson, Darryl Johnson, Kirk Johnson, Kenneth Taylor and John Stevens.

Honorary pallbearers will be Uzell Cook, A.B. Jones, Jerry Higgins and Kenneth Grovey.

Visitation will be Wednesday, February 17, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Funeral service will be Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethlehem Christian Church in Cedar Lake with Rev. Kenneth Bree officiating. Interment will follow at Bethlehem Cemetery in Cedar Lake, TX.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home at 979.798.9113.

Maria Olga Wilburn, 71 of Brazoria passed away peacefully on Monday, February 01, 2010 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born January 25, 1939 to Manuel and Julia Reyna in Pharr, Texas. She was preceded in death by her father and husband, Donald Wilburn.

She is survived by her mother, Julia Longaria of Pharr, Texas, sons, Roy Ramirez and Trevor Ramirez both of Michigan, Torre Ramirez of Beaumont and Neil Bednar of Alabama, daughters, Yvette Sequeda and Robin Meazles both of Brazoria and Christina Gonzales of Bay City, brother, Carlos Reyna of Angleton, sister, Mari Vasquez and husband Hector of West Columbia, over 21 grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

“Mom you have been an inspiration and a blessing to have around. You are gone but not forgotten.”

Memorial service will be Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria with Rev. Richard Garza officiating.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Mrs. Nettie Lee Jammer Helm,
beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend transitioned
to eternal rest on the evening of Monday, February 1, 2010.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Nettie Lee Jammer Helm, 93, of Brazoria will be Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Zion Temple A.M.E., Brazoria, TX, with Rev. Larry D. Griggs, Sr., officiating and Rev. Ralph Martin, eulogizing. Burial will follow at Mims Cemetery.

She was born the 6th child of 7 total children, on July 4, 1916 to Isom and Tammer Bell Jammer in the Mims community of Brazoria, Texas where she remained a lifelong resident until she answered God’s call. On October 29, 1934 she married George Helm, Sr. and they were blessed with three children, 2 daughters and 1 son. In the early years of marriage and in the midst of the depression, she and her husband were entrepreneurial partners in the ownership and operation of the Williams & Helm Grocery Store. After her husband’s sudden death in 1956, she was left with the sole responsibility to care for her children. With a strong determination to persevere, she charted a new course to provide for them through her primary occupation as a cook. She was employed as the head cook at the Angleton Nursing Home for many years before formally retiring in the late 70s. She also worked at other restaurant eateries in the local area including, KFC of both Bay City & Lake Jackson, SK’s of Brazoria and more.

Mrs. Nettie was a lifelong member of Zion Temple AME Church where she faithfully served in many ministries, including the Stewardess Board, Senior Citizen’s Ministry and her much-loved, Food ServiceMinistry. Indeed, if there was a special event at the church and the rich smells of good food were drifting from the cafeteria, you would be certain to find Mrs. Nettie, the Queen of the Kitchen, on her post overseeing the preparation of each plate with meticulous detail and the cleanup of the area with commanding influence.

In addition to her work at the church, she also enjoyed service in the community as a member of the Eastern Star and the San Bernardo Volunteer Fire Department. Her other pleasures included gardening, yard work, quilting and chatting with family and friends.


Still, there was nothing she delighted in more than her family. She treasured each and every member and relished in her role as the proud matriarch of her family and wouldn’t mind letting anyone know that her role was “the head” lest they get beside themselves and forget.
Without a doubt, Mrs. Nettie’s life was characterized by faith, strength, courage, tolerance, temperance, and a selfless giving to others, whether it was found in her taking the time to cut fresh gardenias from shrubs to surprise the local mail carrier or offering a sound word of advice to someone facing one of life’s difficulties, despite the fact, that she, herself, was staring down hardships of her own. Coupled with her guiding wisdom and profound knowledge, she gave credence to the mantra that “if I can help somebody as I travel along, if I can help somebody with a word or song, if I can help somebody from doing wrong, then my living shall not be in vain.” Certainly, the lives of all the people she touched are as many “as the stars of heaven” in number and can be identified by her light that will continue to shine in their hearts.

She was preceded in death by many loved ones, including her parents, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and 1 grandson. Yet, her memory and legacy will continue on in the lives of her two daughters, Vesta R. Austin, Brazoria, TX and Jessie Jean Helm, Van Vleck, TX; her son, George Helm, Jr. (Lucille), Lake Jackson, TX; her, sister Para L. Hanks, Evanston, IL; 9 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Active Pallbearers will be Steven D. Helm, Earnest Jammer, John H. Jammer, Jr., Willie Jammer, Jr., Rodney D. Saveat, and Larry James Williams.

Honorary Pallbearers will be her grandsons and nephews.

Visitation will be Friday, February 5, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria. (979) 798-9113.

Jose G. Salazar, Sr., 72 of Brazoria passed away peacefully at Brazosport Regional Health System in Lake Jackson surrounded by his loving family on January 25, 2010.

Jose was born on March 18, 1937 in Raymondville, Texas to Juan and Rosa Salazar. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He loved sports and was a former softball coach. He was an avid bird watcher. He loved to hunt and fish. He was a loving husband, loving father and supported his grandchildren in their sporting events. He worked for many years as a Crane Operator. He grew up on the “The Ranch” in Boling, Texas and loved to tell stories about his life. He had an amazing sense of humor. He was known as a “Good Ole Country Boy”.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Juan Salazar and Miguel Salazar and sister, Anita Mendoza.

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Leonor Salazar of Brazoria, sons, Joe Salazar, Jr. and wife Rosie of Brazoria and Michael R. Salazar and wife Olga of Sahuarita, Arizona, daughters, Norma Ann Gonzales and husband Chuck of LaPorte, Nora Ann Salazar and husband Jose of Combine, Tx and Emily Ann Landin and husband Karlos of Mesquite, sisters, Leona Mendoza of Brazoria, Connie Paiz and husband Manuel of Lake Jackson, brothers, Jesse Salazar of Freeport, Manuel Salazar and wife Diane of Old Ocean and Gilbert Salazar and wife Elvia of Sweeny, brother-in-laws, Leonel Ramos of Rio Grande City, Leo Ramos of Richwood and Santana Ramos of Clute, sister-in-law, Leonila Solis of Brazoria, grandchildren, Ernest III, Tyson, Sean, Marissa, Ismael, Trey, Arika, Joseph, Feliziti, Angel, McKynna, Kahlynn, Aydrien, great-grandkids, Alexis, Alan and Andrue and other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Ernest Garza, III, Karlos Landin, Tyson R. Garza, Juan Pena, “Baby Joe” Salazar, Augie Mendoza, Abel Mendoza and Joe Salazar.

Family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a rosary starting at 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria.

Funeral service will be Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Brazoria with Father Tin Pham officiating. Interment will follow at Brazoria Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Funeral services for Maudrine Fields, 85 of Cedar Lane will be Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Cedar Lane with Elder Roland K. Hendricks officiating and Rev. Steven Staten eulogizing. Burial will follow at Shiloh Cemetery.

She passed away on Friday, January 22, 2010 at her residence. She was a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. She served as past president of the Minister Wives of Southern District Association, She was a member of the choir at Jerusalem Baptist Church and Rising Star Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Mary Sidney, husband, the late Rev. Ernest S. Fields, son, Ernest C. Fields, Jr., brothers, Melvin Sidney, Nelson Sidney, Alex Sidney, Jr., Alfred Sidney, Buster Sidney and Carlos Sidney and sisters, Lawnie Franklin, Alesia Sidney, Allean Bryant, Algore Sidney and Betsy Sidney.

She is survived by her loving children; sons, Harold G. Fields, Lancaster, TX and Ronnie E. Fields (Kim), Katy, daughters, Gwendolyn Tates (Charles), Houston and Jeanie L Fields, Cedar Lane, daughter in law, Betty Fields, Fairfield, California, 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be S.L. Bryant, Michael Sims, Wayne Plummer, Wayne Fields, Bennett Fields, Donald R. Sidney and Alex Sidney IV.

Visitation will be Saturday, January 30, 2010 at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. only. There will be no viewing afterward.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Funeral Services for Maceo Smedley Sr., 58, of Manvel will be Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Missionary Baptist Church, 324 S. Ave G, Freeport, TX with Rev. Ondra Waddy officiating and Rev. Ricky Campbell eulogizing. Burial will follow at Houston Memorial Gardens in Pearland, TX.

He went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at St. Luke Hospital in Houston, TX.

Maceo graduated from Randolph County High in 1968. He continued his education at Texas College and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He received his Master of Science from North Texas State University in Denton, TX in Education Administration. During his educational career, he was a Biology teacher at Gainesville State School. He retired as an assistant principal at Brazosport Independent School District after 30 plus years of service. He also worked as a substitute school teacher for Brazosport and Pasadena ISD. He was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. and a member of The Promise Church in Houston, Texas where he served on the leadership committee. He also served as a former trustee at First United Missionary Baptist Church. His love for children and working with the youth in the community inspired him to coach little league and flag football.

He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Linda Smedley, Manvel, TX; sons, Maceo Weldon Smedley, Jr. (Shante`), Anthony Maurice Smedley (Lisa), both of Fresno, TX; daughter, Felicia Crawford (Gerald), Pearland, TX; mother, Mae Dell Gates, Cincinnati, OH; grandchildren, Grant Crawford, Maceo Smedley III, Gavin Crawford; brothers, Rudolphus Gates, Roanoke, AL; sister, Barbara McClendon, Cincinnati, OH; father and mother-in-law, W.B. and Evelyn Berry, Five Points, AL; brother-in-laws, Larry Berry, Atlanta, GA, Weldon Berry, Five Points, AL, Ronny Berry (Carol) , Clarksville, TN; sister-in-law, Abigail Bonner (Walter), Five Points, AL; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active Pallbearers will be Gerald Crawford, Kenneth Ford, Jr., Melvin Williams, Troy Lacy, Dwain Wiley and Anthony Bonner.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Promise Church Brethren, Todd Bowie and Jermaine Crick.

Visitation will be Friday January 22nd from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX. Viewing will also be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the church. There will be no viewing afterwards.

Final Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton, TX. (979) 849-8800.

Services for Gabriel Lane Scalf, infant son of Matthew Scalf and Abby Calderon of Freeport will be at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Angleton, TX with Father Maurice Restivo officiating. Burial will follow at Angleton Cemetery.

Gabriel was brought into this world surrounded by his loving family on January 15, 2010. Precious, you will forever have a place in mommy and daddy’s heart. We love you so very much, always and forever, till the end of time, more than all the words, in all the books, in all the world.

He is also survived by his brothers, Anthony Lee Diaz and Aaron House; grandparents, Matthew McKoin, Michael and Cyndi Croswell, Raul and Shelia Garcia, Herminio Calderon, Maria Calderon; great grandparents, Billy and Annette Croswell, Donato and Tommie Calderon, Elida Sanchez, Ronald Mckoin, Elvira Garcia and Donna Meier; aunts, Rebecca Garcia, Estrella Calderon, Mercedes Calderon, Sierra Calderon; uncles, Gage McKoin and Mario Scalf; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be Tuesday, January 19, 2010 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton. (979) 849-8800.

Donald Wilburn, 74 of Brazoria passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born March 5, 1935 in Ohio to Raymond and Hazel Wilburn, who preceded him in death.

Donald is survived by his loving wife, Maria Olga Wilburn of Brazoria, sons, Terry Wilburn of San Jose, California, Roy Ramirez, Torre Ramirez, Trevor Ramirez and Neil Bednar all of Brazoria, daughters, Yvette Sequeda, Robin Meazles and Christina Ramirez Gonzales all of Brazoria, brother, Hector and wife Marie Vasquez of Brazoria and Carlos Reyna of Angleton, over 21 grandchildren who loved him dearly and other relatives and friends.

‘’Daddy you have been an inspiration and a blessing to have around. You are gone but not forgotten.”

Memorial Service will be Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Janice McVey Just, 80, of Brazoria passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at Sweeny House. She was born July 10, 1929 to Burt and Jewel McVey in Madisonville, TX.

She was a member of Brazoria Missionary Baptist Church and Actions of Brazoria. Janice owned Jan’s Grooming and Jan’s Knot Shop in Brazoria for many years. Her favorite hobbies were yard work, pet grooming, working with flowers, ceramics and macramé.

She is preceded in death by her parents, 3 brothers and 3 sisters.

Janice is survived by husband, Raymond Just Sr. of Brazoria; son, Ronald Bailey of Goliad, TX; daughter, Dianne Bailey Shaw of Goliad, TX; stepsons, Daniel Just of Alvin, Raymond Allen Just Jr. of Friendswood; stepdaughters, Barbara Ann Ames and spouse Tom of Katy, TX, Karen Pettit of Houston, TX; sisters, Dorothy Lotte of Angleton, and Ruth Wakefield of Midway, TX; 13 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Shawn Reynolds, Smokey Reynolds, Thad Bailey, David Jordan, Steve Reynolds, and Richard McLaren.

Family will receive friends on Monday, January 11, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Brazoria Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Floyd Scott officiating. Burial will follow at Brazoria Cemetery.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria. (979) 798-9113.

King Zakai (Bonner) Royal was born a healthy baby boy on the evening of December 22, 2009 at 6:21 p.m. at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL. King arrived without a single cry with his eyes wide open and his spirit ready for life. King brought an unspeakable joy to his mother Shannon Bonner and father Ricky Royal. King was Shannon’s first born and Ricky’s first son. They named him King as a way to ensure he was empowered and honored. He did so many special things that brought us so much joy; especially, his little wiggles, squirming, stretching and smiles. King means ruler or one that leads. Zakai, a Hebrew name, meaning one who is intelligent. King was a living miracle and blessing to his parents. God needed another angel and King was welcomed home on January 4, 2010. His light will forever shine.

King is survived by his parents, Shannon Bonner and Ricky Royal of Chicago, IL; sister, Whitley Rae Royal of Chicago, IL; maternal grandparents, Gerald and Zeola Bonner of Freeport, TX; paternal grandparents, Lanett and Cheryl Royal of Chicago, IL; Aunts, Kameko Woods (Harold), Nokomis Stevenson (Al), Dominic Bonner, all of Freeport; Dana Augustine (Joseph) and Crystal Royal, both of Chicago, IL; uncles, Gerald Bonner, Jr. (Tammy) of Freeport, David Royal (Crystal) and Christopher Royal, both of Chicago, IL; maternal great-grandparents, Robert and Ernestine Bonner of Brazoria, TX; paternal great-grandparents, Tommy Walton (Rosalyn) of Angleton, TX; and a host of cousins, Yaneik Bonner, Yazmeen Woods, Harold Woods (TJ) Jr., Myalek Woods, Xaive Lee Stevenson, Zharreau Stevenson, Taris Bonner, Kyrah Bonner, Kayla Nieto, all of Freeport, David Royal Jr., Star Royal, Brandon Augustine, all of Chicago, and a host of relatives.

King is preceded in death by is great grandmonther, Donzetta Collier of Bay City, TX.

Graveside services will be Friday, January 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Mims Cemetery in Brazoria with Rev. Booker T. Randon officiating.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria. (979) 798-9113.

Visitation for Dorothy Young Thomas, 86, of Houston, TX, formerly of West Columbia will be Saturday, December 26, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Blue Run Baptist Church, West Columbia, TX.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. E.L. Carroll of Charity Missionary Baptist Church of Houston, TX, officiating. Burial will follow at Thomas Dumas Cemetery in East Columbia, TX

She died Sunday, December 20, 2009, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Houston, TX.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton, TX.

Funeral services for Mable Marie Randon, 54 of Houston formerly of Brazoria will be Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Hall Chapel Baptist Church in Brazoria with Rev. Earl Ward, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Peaceful Rest Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

She died Thursday, December 2, 2009 at Park Plaza Medical Center in Houston, Texas. She was a member of St. John Baptist Church. Graduating from Columbia High School in the Class of 1974. She enjoyed watching television and reading books. She was an avid football fan and loved to watch the games. She was a very happy person and loved to dance. She also enjoyed spending quality time with her family especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Mike, Houston, sons, Donald Randon, Jr. and Marco L. Williams both of Houston and Elbert Hollis, III, Hawaii, daughters, Kenya Randon (Thomas James) and Lara Hollis both of Houston, sisters, Gloria B. Bedford, Houston, Cherry Ann Johnican (Riley) and Opal Lee Johnson (Napoleon) both of Brazoria, 7 grandchildren, best friends, Clara “Eve” Lewis, West Columbia, Debra Marshall, Freeport, Betty Allen and Charlie Jackson both of Brazoria and other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Adrian Higgins, Torrence Thomas, Gilbert Jones, Riley Johnican, Lewis Roberson, II and Keenan Campbell.

Honorary pallbearers will be Marco L. Williams, Elbert Hollis, III, Donald Randon, Jr., Thomas James and Napoleon Johnson.

Visitation will be Friday, December 11, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

The family request in lieu of flowers to make donations payable to Dixon Funeral Home, P.O. Box 873, Brazoria, Texas 77422.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Funeral services for Henry Berry “Preacher” Fields, 69 of Latonia, Texas will be Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Brazoria with Rev. Jonathan Taylor officiating. Burial will follow at Fields Paradise Cemetery (LaTonia), Brazoria, Texas.

He died Saturday, November 28, 2009 at his residence. He was a member of Greater St. Paul Baptist Church. He graduated in the Class of 1958 from Charlie Brown High School and was the class president. He worked for McGill Mainteance in Freeport as a Machinist for 27 years. He loved to fish and play bingo. He enjoyed going to the casino and playing games at Go West game room.

He is preceded in death by his lovely wife, Joyce Fields, parents, Walter, Sr. and Clara Fields, grandson, Craig Fields, great-grandchild, Shirlecia Runnels, brothers, Jessie Fields, Walter Fields, Jr., Arthur Buford, sisters, Allena Taylor, Louise Fields, Matilda Tims, Mildred Flannel and Arie Earl.

He is survived by his sons, Todd Fields (Ann), Angleton, Clayton Fields, Brazoria, Berry Fields (Anita), Wichita Falls and Gregory Fields (Nadine), Dallas, daughters, Cherice Fields Boulden (Donell), Angleton and Deborah Woodard, Brazoria, brother, Frank Fields (Norma Jean), Brazoria, sister, Walterine Davis, Brazoria, special nephew/son, Ronnie Diggs, Danciger, sister-in-laws, Henri Ann Buford, Washington, Yvonne Lee, Danciger and Norva Raye Fields, Houston, brother-in-law, Don Paul (Joyce), Houston, special friend, Robert “Bob” Williams, West Columbia, 14 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Arthur Taylor, Sr., George Davis, Jr., William Davis, Sr. Sylvester Tims, Otis Fields, Spencer Bivens, Jackie Jackson and Steven Bell.

Honorary pallbearers will be Clayton Fields, Todd Fields, Berry Fields, Gregory Fields, Donell Boulden, Robert Williams, Frank Fields, Ronnie Diggs, Justin Fields, Timothy Woodard, Jeremy Fields, Weldon Fields and Robert Jordan.

Visitation will be Friday, December 4, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Funeral service for Charlie “Skeet” Thompson, Jr., 57 of Brazoria will be Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Brazoria (Pastor L.D. Griggs, Sr.) with Pastor Carl Grice of Mt. Olive Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow at Mims Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

He died Friday, November 27, 2009 in Brazoria, Texas. He worked for Dow Chemical Company until he retired. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He enjoyed cooking, painting houses and spending quality time with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie, Sr. and Lucy Belle Thompson, sisters, Carolyn Ann Thompson and JoAnna Randon and great aunt, Mary Marshall.

He is survived by his loving sons, Michael Thompson, Palacios and Troy Thompson, Lake Jackson, brothers, Jerry Thompson (Charity), Clute, James Thompson, Clarence Thompson (Eva), Eugene Thompson and William Thompson all of Brazoria, sisters, Lillian Davis (Felix), Beulah Thompson, Helen Crecy (General) all of Brazoria, Mabel Williams (Clarence), Cedar Lake, Linda Walker (Stephen), West Columbia and Mary Brown (Gary), Sugarland, grandchildren, MaKaiya Thompson, Dymond Thompson and Kailey Thompson, aunt, Doris Knoxon Jones, Freeport, uncle, Ben Knoxon, Jr., Angleton, and host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Howard Williams, Marshall Tims, Raymond Tims, John Barnes, Vincent James, Abe Bryant, Chris Ward and Aaron Crecy.

Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Thompson, Troy Thompson, Jerry Thompson, Clarence Thompson, James Thompson, William Thompson, Eugene Thompson, Ben Knoxon, Jr., nephews and brother-in-laws.

Visitation will be Friday, December 4, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Funeral Services for Idelle Rhyne Coles, 97, of Greenville, South Carolina will be Saturday, December 5, 2009, 11:00 a.m. at Nicholtown Presbyterian Church, in Greenville South Carolina with Dr. Grady Butler, officiating. Burial will follow at Greenville Memorial Gardens in Piedmont, South Carolina.

She died Thursday, November 26, 2009, at Acuity Hospital of Houston in Houston, TX.

She was a graduate of Johnson C. Smith University. She taught secondary and elementary school for many years and became a librarian before her retirement. Throughout her life she was active with Christian education and music ministries for youth and adults.

She is preceded in death by her spouse, Rev. Charles M. Coles; her parents, Charlie B. and Rosa Connor Rhyne; two brothers, Charlie F. Rhyne and Bernard Rhyne; three sisters, Thelma Blakeney, Ruby Rosemond and Rosa B. Rhyne.

She is survived by two daughters, Carole Henley(James) of Angleton and Mary Ann Rosemond(Milford) of Roswell, Georgia; one brother, Robert Rhyne Sr. of Charlotte, North Carolina; one sister, Fannye Rhyne Corley of Silver Springs, Maryland; special cousin, Sarah O. Phillips of Charlotte, North Carolina; two brothers-in-law, Thomas Cole(Ora) of Indianapolis, Indiana and Marcellus Cole of Los Angeles, California; one granddaughter, Joy Rhynene Henley; four grandsons, Derrick Henley, Shaun Rosemond, Lamont Rosemond and Brandon Rosemond; three great grandsons and a host a nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be Friday, December 4, 2009, at 7:00-9:00 p.m. at S.C. Franks Chapel of Remembrance in Greenville, South Carolina.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Johnson C. Smith University for Charles & Idelle Coles Annual Scholarship, Division of Institutional Advancement, 100 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC 28216.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton, TX.

Abbie Johnson McDowell (52) of Wichita Falls, Texas passed away into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, November 12, 2009 surrounded by friends and loving family. She was born on July 9, 1957 in West Columbia, Brazoria County, Texas to Maxine Johnson Davis. She was a member of Love Sanctuary Church of Christ of Wichita Falls where she dearly loved her Pastor, his wife and her church family. She worked at Sheppard Air Force Base for over 30 years. She was a cook for all of the military personnel at the base and was well-loved by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by Uncle Clyde and Aunt Dorothy Johnson, her adopted parents, her sister, Myrtle Johnson Bates, brother-in-law, Robert Dixon and a granddaughter, Briana McDowell.

She is survived by her loving mother, Maxine Davis of West Columbia, Texas; husband, Ricky McDowell of Wichita Falls, TX; daughter, Dorothy Gene Johnson (Michael Coleman), Wichita Falls, TX; son, Carl Lee McDowell of Tyler, Texas; grandchildren, Diondra, Ladasha, Shatiyira and Deshala of Wichita Falls, TX; brother, Charles R. Johnson, Sr. (Carolyn) of Freeport, TX; sisters, Audrey Jean Dixon of Brazoria, TX and Thelma Earls of Freeport, TX; brother-in-law, Rev. Don Bates of Freeport, TX; goddaughter, Shameka Clark of Wichita Falls, TX; and a host of nieces, nephews and relatives and friends.

Active pall bearers are Sheppard Air Force Base Service Men.

Honorary pall bearers are Charles R. Johnson, Sr., Charles R. Johnson, Jr., Michael Coleman, Carl Lee McDowell, Steve McGrew and A. C. Wyatt.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the Love Sanctuary Church of Christ, 700 Fort Worth Street, Wichita Falls, Texas with Elder Edward Downing, officiating. Burial will follow at Crestview Memorial Park Cemetery, Archer City Highway in Wichita Falls.

Visitation and wake will be held on Friday, November 20, 2009 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at Young and Company Funeral Home, 822 Roosevelt St., Wichita Falls, Texas 76301, (940) 766-1941.

Funeral Services for Lovie B. Grice, 81, of Houston will be Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 20928 CR 319, Brazoria, TX with Pastor Mose A. Jones, officiating and Pastor L.D. Griggs, Sr., Eulogizing. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery in Brazoria, TX.

She died Monday, November 9, 2009 at Methodist Sugarland Hospital.

“L.B.”, as she was fondly known by, graduated from Central High School in 1948. She attended Franklin Beauty School and later obtained her cosmetology license. With a desire for charitable service, Lovie was also a long-time member of the Dynamic Ladies Social Charity Club. She spent her life in Christian service as a deaconess, member of the choir and Sr. Mission at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. She served faithfully in the South Texas District Association as a Financial Secretary and a member of the Benevolent Wing.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Beatrice Woodard, Sr.; husband, Robinson C. Grice, Sr.; bothers, Joshua Woodard, Sr., Ernest McKelvy, Clarence Woodard, Jr., Raleigh Lee Woodard, Sr.; brother-in-law, Calvin M. Mitchell, Jr.

She is survived by her sons, Robinson C. Grice, Jr. (Esther), Missouri City, TX, Rev. Carl Lewis Grice Sr. (Linda), Houston, TX; daughter, Marsha Bell (Ronald), Stafford; sister, Marjie R. Mitchell, Brazoria; brothers-in-law, Amos Grice, Houston, Robert Grice (Lucinda), Angleton; sisters-in-law, Lanell Woodard, Houston, Jewel Austin, Cedar Lake, Willie Mae Parks, Bay City; 11 grandchildren; 3 great grand children; and a host a nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Active Pallbearers will be Keith Woodard, Tommy Kelly, Everett McClain, Milton Sidney, Michael Woodard, Ronald Tyler, DeAndre Smith, Carl L. Grice, Jr.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, South Texas District Association.

Memorial Services will be Friday, November 13, 2009 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Greater Hope Baptist Church, 9600 Scott, Houston, TX. Visitation will also be on Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church, Brazoria TX. There will be no viewing afterwards.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton, TX.

James “Snuffy” Franklin Bonner, 60 of Brazoria passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2009 in Brazoria, Texas. He was born November 24, 1948 in Freeport, Texas to Horace and Treba Bonner.

He was a member of the Cowboy Church. He enjoyed fishing and camping. He attended school at Columbia High.

He was preceded in death by his father, brothers, Freddy Bonner and Dewey Bonner, sister, Annia Marie and grandson, James Ray Arlitt.

He is survived by his loving mother, Treba O. Bonner of Brazoria, son, James Wheeler and wife Christy of Brazoria, daughter, T. J. Arlitt and husband Will of Sweeny, brother, Leonard Bonner and wife Mary of Brazoria, sisters, Linda Hoffman and husband Mike of Brazoria and Jackie Stephens and husband Willie of Jasper, grandchildren, Cody Wheeler, Trent Wheeler, William Arlitt, Beverly Wood and Nichoel Wood, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 from 5:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria, Texas with Pastor Jan Reddoch officiating. Burial will follow at Brazoria Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

Active pallbearers will be Sam Bo McClain, Sam B. Martin, James Strother, Larry Moore, Mert McDaniels, Troy Roundtree, Charles Strother and David Bartek.

Honorary pallbearers will be Michael “Pete” Hoffman, Darrynn Stephens, Cory Stephens, Timothy Hood and Otto Graff.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Funeral Services for Josie Mae Williams, 79, of Galveston, formerly of the McBeth Community, will be Saturday, November 14, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, McBeth Community, with Pastor Ben Harper, officiating. Burial will follow at Moutry Cemetery in McBeth.

She died Friday, November 6, 2009, at Country Village Care in Angleton.

Josie enjoyed cooking and fishing. She was very humorous. She worked for Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas of Galveston for many years.

She is preceded in death by her spouse, C.B. Williams; father and mother, John and Lizzie Jackson; 7 brothers, James, Lawrence, Anderson “Dick”, R.H. “Hoppy”, Ralph, Leon, and C.D. Jackson; 2 sisters, Senia Jackson and Melinda Kyle; 2 sisters-in-law, Lullene Jackson and Carrie Jackson; 2 brothers-in-law, Gylum Diggs and James Kyle;

She is survived by 2 sisters, Marie Diggs of Angleton and Mayme Harris (Joe L.) of Houston; 5 brothers, Alvaris “Morse” Jackson, Robert “Bobby” Jackson (Catherine), and Emery Jackson (Jerline) of Angleton, Clarence “Brooks” Jackson(Theresa) of Brazoria and Alexander “Jap” Jackson (Helen) of Missouri City; sister-in-law, Myrtle Jackson of Houston; best friends, Sewilla McNeil of La Marque, Nannie Collins and Jessie Mae Curtis of Galveston; Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas of Galveston and a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Active Pallbearers will be: Clarence L. Jackson, Jeffery Jackson, Willie Glen Jackson, Mac Arthur Jackson, Rodney Jackson and Rodrick Jackson.

Honorary Pallbearers will be: Alvaris Jackson, Robert Jackson, Emery Jackson, Clarence B. Jackson, Alexander Jackson, Joe L. Harris, Dr. Ian Thomas, Zachary Thomas, Taylor Thomas, Barney Shelton, and Eliza Thomas-Quigley.

Visitation will be Friday, November 13, 2009, from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, Tx. 77515. There will also be viewing on Saturday, November 14, 2009, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. There will be no viewing afterwards.

Final Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton. (979) 849-8800.

Edward Roy Powell, 36 of Houston formerly of West Columbia passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2009 in Houston, Texas.

He was born on December 29, 1972 in Angleton, Texas to Glenn and Sheila Powell.

He grew up and attended public school in West Columbia.

He is survived by his loving parents, brothers, Brian Powell of West Columbia and Jeff White of Washington, DC, sister, Michelle Powell of West Columbia, special friend, Lisa Janine Cloud, Houston and numerous uncles, aunts and other relatives and friends.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Funeral services for Rev. Simon Williams, Sr., 61 of Sweeny formerly of Churchill will be Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Strait Gate Gospel Church in Brazoria with Dr. Rita Evans officiating. Burial will follow at Galilee Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

He died Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at Memorial Herman Hospital in Houston, Texas. He was a member of Praise Fellowship Church. He enjoyed preaching, singing and playing his guitar. He also enjoyed cooking and fishing. He graduated in 1968 from Columbia High School.

He was preceded in death by his father, Rev. Walter Odell Williams and brother, Joshua Williams.

He is survived by his loving mother, Lula Bell Williams, Sweeny, wife, Shirley Fite Williams, Long Beach, California, son, Simon Williams, Jr., Long Beach, California, daughters, Syvee J. Fite, Las Vegas, Nevada, Simmone L. Williams, Long Beach, California, Ramona Williams, Houston and Denise Randon, Brazoria, step-daughter, LaShannda L. Cokley, Long Beach, California, brothers, Walter James Williams, Wilmington, California and Timothy Williams, Sr. (Fawn), West Columbia, sisters, Victory Earls, Houston and Wanda Gale Lemon (George), Sweeny, sister-in-law, Rosie Williams, Texas City, 11 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Ernest Williams, Wayne Johnson, Oliver Bryant, Calvin Williams, Mark Bonner and Gerald Bonner.

Honorary pallbears will be Walter J. Williams, Timothy B. Williams, Sr., Simon L. Williams, Jr., George W. Lemon and Abe Bryant.


Visitation will be Friday, November 6, 2009 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria. There will be viewing at the church on Saturday, November 7, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. only. There will be no viewing afterwards.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Memorial Services for Ruben Lenious Walker, Sr, 67, of Angleton will be Sunday, October 25, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX.

He died Thursday, October 22, 2009 at Houston Hospice in Houston, TX.

Ruben was a quiet and kind hearted man. He was honorably discharged from the Air Force after serving his country faithfully. He retired after many years as a chemist. He loved to fish, work on model cars, watch football and research history. He was member of the House of Yahweh.

He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Margaret Walker, Angleton; Son, Ruben Walker Jr., Angleton; daughter, Sonya Walker, Angleton; sister, Mary Ann Robinson (Charles), Houston; brother-in-laws, John Morgan, Erie, PA, James Henry Morgan (Estella), Laurel, Miss., Larry Arrington, Tucson, AZ, Olen Arrington, Laurel Miss.; sister-in-laws, Susana Barnes, Mildred Morgan, both of Laurel, Miss., Dorothy Morgan, Angleton; grandchildren, Jermane LarVell Bradshaw Jr., Dezaree Walker, Elijah C. Walker, Grace Elaine Walker; friends, Doyle Rains, Pearland, Rev. Steven Dunlap, Brazoria; and a host of other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718
Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.

Final Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton. (979) 849-8800.

Funeral service for Betty Jane Lewis, 65 of Brazoria will be Friday, October 30, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Brazoria First Assembly of God Church in Brazoria with Pastor Dale Frankum officiating. Burial will follow at Peaceful Rest Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

She died Thursday, October 22, 2009 in Pearland, Texas. She was a member of Brazoria First Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed watching cooking shows, game shows and cutting out coupons. She loved to travel and also recycling.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Beverly, Sr., son, Rodney Lewis and brothers, Clarence Brown, Sr., Louis Beverly and Leroy Brown.

She is survived by her loving mother, Susie Patterson Beverly of Brazoria, Texas, sons, Albert Randon, Jr. and wife Mary of Brazoria, Texas Robert Randon and wife Janette of Houston, Texas and Michael Dwayne Lewis of Lake Jackson, Texas, daughters, Angie Randon of Columbus, Ohio and Joyce Randon White and husband Ardonus of Pearland, Texas, brothers, Joe Beverly and wife Denice of Freeport, Texas, Robert Beverly, Jr. and wife CoSandra of West Columbia, Texas and Eugene Beverly of Brazoria, Texas, sisters, Barbara Williams of Sweeny, Texas, Pearl Granville of San Diego, California, Dorothy Mouton of Houston, Texas and Leola Beverly King of Van Vleck, Texas, daughter-in-law, Kristy Lewis of Freeport, Texas, sister-in-laws, Tennessee Brown and Jeanette Beverly, both of Houston, Texas 17 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Armond Davis, Dennis Williams, Randy King, Reshard Beverly, Robert Beverly, Jr., Roderick Davis, Andrew Thomas and Clayton Fields.

Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Randon, Albert Randon, Jr., Dwayne Lewis, Richard Griffith, Ardonus White, Joe Beverly and Larry Biles.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 29, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m with a wake service from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria. There will be viewing at the church on Friday, October 30, 2009 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. only. There will be no viewing afterward.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Funeral Services for Chaney Davis, 77, of Angleton will be Saturday, October 24, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church, 522 W. Live Oak, Angleton, Texas with Rev. Leon Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Peaceful Rest Cemetery in Brazoria, TX.

She died Monday, October 19, 2009 at her residence in Angleton.

Chaney was a member of First Missionary Baptist Church in Angleton, Texas. She was a McBeth Riding Club member where she enjoyed trail riding. She was a fun person to be around, had a heart of gold and was a good natured person. She loved to dance, fish and cook. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Alex Johnson and Carrie Evans; husband, Wyatt Davis; daughters, Carrie Robinson, Sharon Jean Brown; brothers, Jerry Farrington and Charlie Barrett.

She is survived by her sons, Gerald Robinson, San Antonio, Frank Robinson, Angleton, Wyatt Davis, Jr. (Roxie), Pearland, Larry Davis, Houston, Troy Davis, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; daughters, Beverly Nelson, Clute, Martha Miles, Donna Thompson (George), Katie Robinson, Vetta Williams, all of Angleton; brother, Oscar Johnson, Houston; sisters, Anna Mae Jones (Bill), California, Lela Mae Daniels, Gloria Jean Owens, both of Houston; sister-in-law, Ernestine Barrett, Angleton; 28 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, one great-great grand child and a host nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Active Pallbearers will be: Eddie Baker, Leonard Richo, Percy Walker, Gene Green, Mike Thompson, and George Thompson.


Honorary Pallbearers will be: Gerald Robinson, Frank Robinson, Wyatt Davis, Larry Davis, and Troy Davis

Visitation will be Friday, October 23, 2009 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX. Visitation will also be on Saturday, October 24, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church. There will be no viewing afterwards.

Final Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton. (979) 849-8800

Funeral services for Quineisha Lashay Callahan, 20 of Angleton, Texas will be Saturday, October 24, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 237 E. Locust St., Angleton, Texas with Rev. Alonzo Brown, officiating. Burial will follow at the Angleton Cemetery, in Angleton, Texas.

She died Friday, October 16, 2009, in Houston, Texas.

Quineisha was a graduate of the class of 2008 at the Angleton High School. She excelled in track and field, volleyball and the drill team; as well as being a sports trainer. She was creative and enjoyed her crafts, especially scrapbooking.

She is survived by her parents, father: Darrell Gardner Jr. (Jennifer) and mother: Cersandra Teague (Mark) both of Angleton, Texas; one son: Curtis Bean of Angleton, Texas; grandparents: Diannah and Robert Hamilton of Houston, Texas, Fletchie Franklin of Trinity, Texas and Ralph Smith of Huntsville, Texas; great grandparents: Joyce Gaston and Freeman Jackson both of Angleton, Texas and Osie Lee Callahan of Trinity, Texas; four brothers: Darrell Gardner III, Tiance Gardner, Jordan Monroe and Christian Gardner all of Angleton, Texas; one sister: Madison Gardner also of Angleton, Texas; special friend: Lorenze Bean of Angleton, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Roy Silva, Webster Jones, T.C. Jones, Winston Jones, Roderick Butler and Derm Shugart.

Honorary pallbearers will be Tony Crane, Marvin Chizer, Antoine Callahan, Chris Quiller and
Anthony “Amp” Quiller.

Visitation will be Friday, October 23, 2009, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX, 77515.


Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979-849-8800.

Funeral services for Lisa Ann Jackson, 40 of Brazoria will be Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Better Days Ministries at Southern District Youth Retreat, CR 316, Brazoria, TX with Pastor Phillip Smith, III officiating. Burial will follow at Peaceful Rest Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

She died Monday, October 12, 2009 at University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital in Galveston, Texas.

She was a member of Better Days Ministries and loved going to church. She loved spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William Henry Thomas, Sr. and Albertha Davis Thomas and grandparents, Andrew Davis, Sr. and Lousie Davis, godsister, Rika Sasser.

She is survived by her loving husband, Charlie Jackson, Sr., Brazoria; sons, Marquies Thomas and Terrance Thomas both of Sweeny and Tyrell Thomas, Brazoria; daughter, Lauren Thomas, Brazoria, step children; Orlando Grigsby (Holly), Brazoria, Marlon Jackson (Kirshea), Katy, Robert Jackson (Lena), Dallas, Charlie Jackson, Jr., Freeport, Ashley Jackson, Lake Jackson; brothers, Michael Anderson (Belinda), Texas City, William Henry Thomas, Jr., Sweeny, Roger Tingle, Mt. Cruse, California and Joe Douglas Howe, Port Lavaca; sister, Denise Abbott, (Coleman, III), Ashwood; Aunts, Lillian Sampson, Houston, Virgal Blackmon, Tampa, Florida, Mary Ann Washington, Oakland, California; Uncle, Andrew Davis, Jr., Dequincy, Louisiana; nephews, Devin LaRue Ward, Ashwood, Sterling Jones, Port Lavaca and Michael Williams, Sweeny; brother-in-law, William Thomas (Regina), Brazoria; sister-in-law, Stella Bell (Jessie), Angleton; godchild, A’jee “A.J.” Jackson, Sweeny; special friends, Shonda Marshall and Zella Bonner both of Freeport, Laytaya Narcisse-Jones and Marsha Lewis both of Sweeny, Melody Higgins and Frances Fields both of Brazoria and other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Marlon Jackson, Coleman Abbott, III, Terry Mack, Tom Banks, Orlando Grigsby, William Thomas, Travis Spriggs and Earl Spriggs.

Honorary pallbearers will be Devin Ward, Sterling Jones, Michael Williams, Michael Anderson, Roger Tingle, Joe Douglas Howe and Robert Cortineas.

Visitation will be Friday, October 16, 2009 from 4:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria. There will be viewing at Better Days Ministries on Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. only. There will be no viewing afterward.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.
798.9113.

Funeral services for Austin Emanuel Jonas Sr., 79 of Missouri City, will be Saturday, October 17, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. at the Fresno Worship Center C.O.G.O.P., 209 Broadmore
Drive, Fresno, TX with Bishop Compton Wharton, officiating. Burial will follow at Stafford Cemetery in Stafford, TX.

He died Monday, October 12, 2009, at Odyssey HealthCare in Houston, TX.

Austin was a deacon and member of the Board of Directors, Sunday School teacher and volunteer. He also liked to walk, sing, and read. Viewing a baseball game gave him a lot of pleasure in his spare time. He was a Bible scholar from his heart.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, David and Maria Williams.

Austin is survived by his wife of 31 years, Alice Jonas of Missouri City; 2 sons, Dwight Jonas (Ronnette) of New York, NY and Austin Emanuel Jonas Jr. of Santa Clara, CA; 4 daughters, Bernice Harriet Jonas of New York, NY, Judith G. Pacho of Bedford, NJ, JoAnn Carty of Sanford, FL and Maria Jonas of Missouri City; 3 brothers, Liston Williams of Road Town, Tortola, Dalton Williams of New York, NY and Elvie Williams of Road Town, Tortola; sister, Isza Williams Darlington of Queens, NY; Brother-In-Laws, Robert A. Scott Jr.(Melva) of Austin, Rev. John H. Scott (Venita Diane) of Angleton and Min. General I. Scott Sr. of Missouri City, Sister-in-Laws, Min. Mary A. Scott of Missouri City, Jo A. Wilson (Rubin) of Austin, Palina Williams (Liston) ; niece, Paulette Martin (Lawrence Martin Sr.) of Bronx, NY; special cousin, David Jonas of California; special friend, Rev. Roosevelt Ellis (Diane) of Palacious; 7 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Joel Carty, Justin Carty, Emilio Pacho, Lawrence Martin Jr., Charles Martin, Anthony Jonas, Levar Tomar, Zach Booker, Ray Shawn Hudson, Mark Booker, Kenith Booker Jr. and Nathan Williams.

Honorary pallbearers will be Lawrence Martin Sr., David Jonas, Kenith Booker Sr., Elvie Williams, Liston Williams, Dalton Williams and Kenith Booker Sr.

Visitation will be Friday, October 16, 2009, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Fresno Worship Center C.O.G.O.P., 209 Broadmore, Fresno, TX. 77545.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979-849-8800.

Graveside services for Lillian V. Brantley, 89 of Houston, will be Thursday, October 15, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at Houston Memorial Gardens in Houston, TX with Rev. Benjamin Stewart of Resurrection Missionary Baptist Church, officiating.

She died Friday, October 9, 2009, at Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation in Houston, TX.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Roscoe and Maggie Watson.

Ms Lillian is survived by her nephew, George Taylor (Prudential) of Phoenix, AZ; first cousin, Jesse Edwards Sr. (Vivian) of Rosharon; great nephew, Gregory Taylor (Lelia) of Phoenix, AZ; niece, Vera Harry of New Orleans, LA; great niece, Dewan Magee (Stfaw) of New Orleans, LA; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Daughter, Joyce E. McAdams(Tom Brantley)

Visitation will be Wednesday, October 14, 2009, from 3:00-7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, Tx. 77515.


Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979-849-8800.

Funeral services for Charlie Carethers, 86 of Angleton, formerly of Danbury, will be Monday, October 12, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX with Rev. W.D. Hicks, officiating. Burial will follow at Providence Cemetery in Chenango, TX.

He died Wednesday, October 7, 2009, at the Methodist Hospital in Houston, TX.

He accepted Christ at an early age.

Charlie loved his down home blues and barbecuing. He also enjoyed playing dominoes, and sitting under his favorite tree of knowledge.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Lee; father and mother, John and Clara Carethers; sons, Donald Ray Carethers, Gene Carethers; daughter, Daisy King; sister, Willie B. and brother, Johnnie Carthers.

Charlie is survived by 5 sons, Rev. Lonnie Carethers (Norma) of Fort Worth, Melvin Carethers (Kathleen) of Missouri City, Charles Lee Carethers (Cynthia), Herman Carethers(Ann), and Rev. Curtis Carethers (Sharion) all of Angleton; 4 daughters, Helen Moses of La Marque, Clara Johnson of Pearland, Ann Hicks (Rev.Wesley) of Missouri City and Mary Wade (Rev. Clarence) of Angleton; adopted brother, James Carethers of Prairie View; 2 sisters, Johnnie Mae Nunn and Pinkie Armstrong; 27 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Clarence Wade III, Brandon Carethers, Caleb Carethers, Jarrett Carethers, Chris Carethers and Melvin Carethers Jr.

Honorary pallbearers will be Rev. Lonnie Carethers, Melvin Carethers, Charles Carethers, Herman Carethers and Rev. Curtis Carethers.

Visitation will be Sunday, October 11, 2009, from 3:00-6:00 p.m., at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX 77515. There will also be viewing Monday, October 12, 2009, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. only, at Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979-849-8800.

Memorial Services for Annette Moore Dorsey, 47, of Brazoria will be Friday, October 9, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. at the Dixon Funeral Home Chapel in Brazoria.

She passed away, Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at her residence.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria. (979) 798-9113.

ON APRIL 1, 2009, A BABY BOY WAS BORN TO SHARQUETTA GLASS AND WILLIE LEWIS IN LAKE JACKSON, TEXAS, WHOM THEY NAMED JAVION LEWIS.

ALTHOUGH HIS EARTHLY LIFE WAS SHORT HIS FOOTPRINTS WILL NEVER BE ERASED IN THE HEARTS OF THOSE HE TOUCHED.
HE PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS GREAT GRANDMOTHER AUDREY DEAN, GREAT GRANDFATHERS: ARELIOUS GLASS SR.,REV.AARON DEAN AND HENRY LEWIS, AUNTS: JEAREIAHA GLASS, ZATICIA WILLIAMS.

HE LEAVES FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND TO BE REMEBERED BY, SHARQUETTA GLASS (MOTHER), WILLIE LEWIS(FATHER), SA’VION LEWIS(BROTHER), GRANDPARENTS: SHARON DEAN, ALLEN GLASS SR., ALTHEA LEWIS, WILLIE CANNON, GREAT GRANDPARENTS: HENRIETTA GLASS, MAJORIE LEWIS, GREAT GREAT GRANDMOTHER: ROSIE B. DAVIS. AUNTS: ALNIKKIOSHEA WOODARD(THOMAS III), ARIEAL BRYAN, UNCLES: ALLEN GLASS JR., ANDRE WASH, GODFATHER: RASHAD SMITH AND A HOST OF RELATIVES AND FRIENDS.

FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2009 AT 11:00 A.M. AT GREATER FIRST ST. EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH IN FREEPORT, TX WITH REV. MELVIN JOHNSON OFFICIATING. BURIAL WILL FOLLOW AT PEACEFUL REST CEMETERY IN BRAZORIA, TX.

ACTIVE PALLBEARERS WILL BE ANDRE WASH, CARL FRANKLIN WILLIAMS, RASHAD SMITH AND BRANDON WASH.

FINAL ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO DIXON FUNERAL HOME OF BRAZORIA. (979) 798-9113.

Charles Don Allen, 73 of Brazoria passed away on Monday, October 5, 2009 at his residence. He was born in Fairfield, Texas to Alliene and M.C. (Buddy) Allen. He served honorably in the U.S. Air Force as a Military Police. He worked for Dow Chemical Company as an operator 27 years until his retirement in 1994.

He owned and operated Allen Services in Wild Peach for many years until his death. He loved the San Bernard River and being on his boat.

He was preceded in death by his parents and step-daughter, Amber Necole Roberts.

He is survived by his loving family; sons, Leslee Allen and wife Jodi of San Angelo and Paul Allen of Brazoria, daughter, Cynthia Rikard and husband Bob of Fairfield, cousins, C.W.(Whiz) Hunter and wife Linda of Jones Creek, Nan Burke and husband Stanley of Freeport and Danyette Holcomb and husband Gary of Angleton, grandchildren, Benjamin Rikard of Nacogdoches, Andrew Rikard, Jonathan Rikard, Nathan Rikard and Zachery Rikard all of Fairfield, Aaron Allen, Tyler Allen and Sarah Allen all of San Angelo and other relatives and friends.

Family will receive friends on Saturday, October 10, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria, Texas.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Robert Raye Dixon, 62 of Brazoria passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at Cornerstone Hospital in Houston, TX surrounded by his loving wife, Audrey Dixon and daughters, Tina Dixon and Aretha Renae Abioye.

Robert grew up in West Columbia and graduated from Charlie Brown High School in 1965. He continued his education at Wharton Jr. College and graduated Cum Laude from Prairie View Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas with a degree in Automotive Technology in 1969. He later followed his passion for life and attended Commonwealth College of Funeral Service in Houston, TX where he graduated with an Embalming and Funeral Director’s license. Robert divided his time between working for National Life and Accident Life Insurance Company and building his career as a Mortician. He worked for many different funeral homes learning his trade. He worked countless hours with no pay to follow his dream of owning his own funeral home. While working as an Insurance Agent, he received top awards for being the best in his field. Robert had a zest for life in serving the public. He won a seat on West Columbia City Council in 1976 where he served for 14 years before being elected Brazoria County’s First African American Mayor in West Columbia, TX. During Robert’s tenure, a library, civic center, city hall and the acquisition of the Industrial Park came to fruition. He also helped bring in H-E-B Pantry Foods, Wal-Mart and Eckerd Drugs. He loved politics. He truly believed that you make a stand for what you believe in. He was in the political arena for many years fighting for justice. Robert was appointed to the Texas Funeral Service by Governor Ann Richards in 1991 and later became Chairman of the Board. He was active with the Brazoria Masonic Lodge 104 and the Knights of Pythias Lodge #388 before his health failed.

For a life of caring and dedicated service in the community and for leadership in blazing new trails as a Politician, Businessman and Consultant, Robert was nominated as Drum Major for the Brazoria County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Committee. Robert had a dream of opening his own funeral home. Dixon Funeral Home, Inc. located at 1211 S. Brooks in Brazoria, TX opened its doors April 1, 1983. The 3200 square foot building was designed by Robert himself. It took 12 years of savings and working at other funeral homes before the first shovel of dirt was turned.

This first generation funeral home is family owned. Mr. Dixon continued his dream and later opened his second location in Angleton, TX located at 2025 E. Mulberry St. “WOW” what a man, what a vision. Other accomplishments include, President of Brazoria County’s Cities Association, Consultant for the newly built Mims Community Center, a Trustee and Steward at St. Paul A.M.E. Church in West Columbia,Citizen of the Year Award presented by Omega PSI PHI Fraterntiy, Inc., a member of TFDA and was instrumental in starting the Coastal Funeral Directors and Mortician's Association.

Robert is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Audrey Dixon of Brazoria; loving children; mother-in-law, Maxine Davis of West Columbia; son-in-law, Awofe Abioye; brother-in-laws, Charles Johnson and wife Carolyn, Don Bates, both of Freeport, TX, Myron Campbell of Houston; sister-in-laws, Mary Louise Dickson of Brazoria, Thelma Earls of Freeport, Abbie Faye McDowell of Wichita Falls, TX; aunts, Carrie Thomas of Brazoria, Dorothy Thomas of Houston, Luberta Thomas of Clute; godsister, Debra Williams of West Columbia; godson, Larry Thomas of Austin; goddaughters, Addie “Tootie” Williams, Tashea,"Bambi" Shorter, both of Brazoria; grandchildren; great grandchild; and a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Robert Green Sr., Leroy Sanford, Billy Sanders, Dennis Diggs, George Davis Jr., Andrew Caldwell and Arthur Taylor Sr.

Honorary pallbearers will be the Class of 1965, Vernon Mack, Edward Wilkes, Coastal Funeral Directors and Morticians Association and Stewards of St. Paul A.M.E. Church.

Funeral Services will be Friday, October 2, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Brazoria First Assembly, 601 South Market Street, Brazoria, TX with Rev. Arthur Ferguson officiating. Burial will follow at Thomas Dumas Cemetery in East Columbia, TX.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 1, 2009 at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria
from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A visitation will be at his home church from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at St. Paul A.M.E Church, 3246 FM 1301, West Columbia, TX. Visitation will also be on Friday, October 2, 2009 at Brazoria First Assembly from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. only. There will be no viewing afterwards.

In Lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Paul A.M.E. Building Fund or Charlie Brown Alumni Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 118, West Columbia, TX 77486.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria. (979) 798-9113.

William David Chandler, 85, of West Columbia passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, September 18, 2009 surrounded by his loving family.

William was born April 26, 1924 to the proud parents of Lewis and Mary Jane Chandler. He grew up in the Wharton community and followed his passion for farming in God’s green country. He loved going to church and attended the Gulf Coast Christian Center in West Columbia. As a World War II hero, he honored his country by serving in the Army where he received numerous medals. His favorite hobbies were reading his bible, playing with is great grandbaby, sitting on the porch, taking road trips and reminiscing about his shrimping days. His sense of humor and his love for helping people will be greatly missed.

William was honored as an unsung hero in the Brazosport Facts. He was recommended by one his favorite people, Debbie Staton writes: “World War II hero resides in county. Did you know that in this beautiful town, y’all had a World War II hero? His name is William D. Chandler “Rip”. God has blessed him with a great outlook on life. He served two years, 10 months and six days. He fount in three major campaigns, and he achieved the rank of sergeant before being discharged. He also received five medals. Mr. Chandler is in a wheelchair, but that does not stop him from enjoying life. When he smiles, he’s got a twinkle in his light blue eyes. It’s a smile that will light up a room. He is a wonderful person. I just wanted to share this with everyone so you would know we have our very own hero right here in West Columbia.”

He is survived by his brother, Robert Gene Chandler and wife Janice of Huntsville, TX; sisters, Rose Waite of Rosenberg, Anna Mae Flisowski of El Campo; sister-in-law, Lillian Chandler of West Columbia; nephews, Michael Staton and wife Debbie, Floyd Chandler and wife Florence, Daniel Chandler all of West Columbia; fondly called as his granddaughter, Jodie and his great granddaughter Zoey; adopted grandsons, “Jimmy Boy” and Billy; special friend Teri Krenek; and his stuffed animal “Hound Dog and his favorite stuffed monkey and other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be Monday, September 21, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. with funeral services starting at 2:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria with Rev. Bobby Hankins officiating. Burial will follow at Brazoria Cemetery.

Active pallbearers will be friends of the family.

Final Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria. (979) 798-9113.

Winston Rudolph Lackey, Sr. of Brazoria passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at Brazosport Regional Health System in Lake Jackson, Texas.

He was born on January 6, 1927 in San Saba, Texas to Bill and Ilena Ratliff Lackey. He loved to fish, hunt and throw washers. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. His grandchildren were the love of his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Lillie Meyer Lackey, step-son, Kevin Harrison and brothers, Douglas Lackey and Wade Lackey.

He is survived by his loving children, Rudy Lackey and Ray Lackey and wife Melanie both of Brazoria, step-son, David Harrison of Bay City, daughters, Donna and Janet Lackey, step-daughter, Radonna Harrison, Lake Jackson, brothers, Douglas Lackey and Fletcher Lackey both of San Saba, TX, sisters, Erma Avant of Arcadia, Florida and Patsy Teltow of Salado, TX, 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Herman Hall Hammond, Sr., 50 of Brazoria passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas.

He was born on May 1, 1959 in Angleton, Texas to Thomas Hammond, Sr. and Janett Rodgers Hammond.

He was a member of Brazoria First Assembly of God Church and enjoyed spending time at the church. He operated Hammond’s Landscaping and Tree Service for many years. He loved to ride motorcycles, loved to work, loved riding on boats and spending time with his grandkids. He also enjoyed spending time with his American Bulldog; Loretta Lynn Hammond.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Tony Hammond.

He is survived by his parents, Thomas Hammond, Sr. and Janett Hammond of Brazoria, sons, Jason Hammond and Herman Hall Hammond, Jr. both of Brazoria, daughter, Robin Strother and husband David of Oyster Creek, brothers, John Hills and wife Deborah and Thomas Hammond, Jr. both of Brazoria, sister, Teresa Gonzales and husband Joe of Brazoria, grandchildren, Christina Hammond, Hallie Atkins, Skyler Hammond, Daniel Hammond and Kyleigh Strother, godchild, Jada Hills and other relatives and friends.

Memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at Brazoria First Assembly of God Church in Brazoria with Pastor Dale Frankum officiating.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Dixon Funeral Home, P.O. Box 873, Brazoria, Texas 77422.

Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Funeral services for Martha Hobbs, 67 of West Columbia will be Tuesday, September 22, 2009, at 1:00 p.m. at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 3300 Ave F., Bay City, TX with Rev. G.R. Holland, officiating and Dr. C. E. Richardson, Sr. eulogizing. Burial will follow at Eastview Cemetery in Bay City, TX.

She died Tuesday, September 15, 2009, at the Angleton Danbury Hospital.

Martha was in the missions department at church, she was chaplain for the Senior Community Outreach at the church and a nurse’s aide for the Brazosport Hospital for almost 20 years. She loved reading Christian magazines, crocheting, bingo, baking, and playing cards with her granddaughter.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Leola Davidson Sr.; 2 sisters, Diana Davidson and Buelah Mae Davidson; 4 brothers, John E. Davidson Jr., Wesley Davidson, Tom Davidson and Arthur Davidson.

Martha is survived by 2 daughters, Marsha Simple of West Columbia and Bobby Opara of Clute; 4 brothers, Elder Samuel Williams (Ruby) of Pearland, Ernest Munir of Bay City, Hugh Davidson Sr. (Margie) of Houston and Solomon Munir of Richwood; special friends, Tenola Franklin and Ester Brown of West Columbia; 9 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Adam Troy Davidson, Richard Smith, Hugh Davidson, Brian Davidson, Issac Clark, Shannon Amey, Aaron Williams, Gregory Williams and Shawn Brown.

Honorary pallbearers will be Joseph Massey Jr., Caniel Massey, Edward Simple, Silvester Simple Jr., Elder Samuel Williams, Hugh Davidson, Solomon Munir, Ernest Munir, Eric Williams, Kevin Vasser and the Deacons of First Missionary Baptist Church of Angleton.

Visitation will be Monday, September 21, 2009, from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX 77515.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979-849-8800.
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Francis Earl Clifton, 67, of West Columbia passed away peacefully on September 11, 2009 at Detar Hospital Navarro in Victoria, TX.

On July 26, 1942, a baby boy was born in Houston, TX to Grace Mary and Joseph C. Clifton whom they named Francis Earl Clifton fondly known as “Red”. “Red” grew up in the Houston Area and later moved to Texas City where he graduated from high school. He worked for many years in the construction industry as a heavy equipment operator.

“Red” had a passion for fishing and a caring heart for children. He was an avid Dallas Cowboy football fan.

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, JoAnn Hammac Clifton of West Columbia, sons, Joseph “Joe” Wayne Clifton of West Columbia, Greg E. Clifton Sr. and wife Teresa of Angleton; daughter, Sharon Rye of West Columbia; sisters, Clara MacMillan and husband Gary of Jacksonville, TX, Edna Potts and husband Roland of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Kraig “Scoot” Rye, Trey Rowan, both of West Columbia, Greg E. Clifton Jr. and Fiancée Rachael Daniels of Huntsville, TX, Michael Clifton of Sweeny, Brianna Vance of Angleton and Deidre L. Zeigler and Fiancée Joshua Lewis of Mineola, TX; extended family, Tim and Lois Sorth of Houston, TX, Mary and Billy Reichert, Larry Whitaker, Scott Griffin, all of West Columbia, Corey Bowan of Wild Peach; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Graveside services will be Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Columbia Cemetery in West Columbia with Roland Potts officiating.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Active Pallbearers will be Bobby Woods, Corey Bowan, Larry Whitaker, Allen Clifton, Bobby Bonner, Tim Sorth, Scott Gutzman, Craig Lightener and Boyd Cortez.

Honorary pallbearers will be Joseph “Joe” Clifton, Greg Clifton Sr., Kraig “Scoot” Rye, Trey Rowan, Greg Clifton Jr. and Michael Clifton.

In Lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Diabetes Association in “Reds” memory.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria. (979) 798-9113.

Memorial services for Ulysses Lester Clemons, Jr., 61 of Angleton will be Friday, September 18, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 East Mulberry, Angleton, Texas with Rev. Jeffrey Goston Officiating.

He died Tuesday, September 8, 2009, at Ben Taub General Hospital in Houston, Texas. He loved volunteering at the church, drawing, cooking and visiting with friends and family. He also loved sports-football and basketball.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Erma Malbrue; brother, Paul Malbrue; grandparents:, Emma and Lucious Clemons, Sr.

Ulysses is survived by his wife: Karen Clemons of Angleton, TX; father: Ulysses Clemons Sr. (Earlyne) of Whittier, CA; son: Ulysses L. Clemons III of Webster, TX; step-son: Gilbert Rivera (Vivian) of Angleton, TX; daughter: Kandis Jackson (Watkins Jackson III) of Clute, TX; four sisters: Michelle Malbrue of Los Angeles, CA, Dorothy Malbrue of Lynwood, CA, Barbara Brown (Dwain) of Houston, TX, and Ursula Clemons of Whittier, CA; mother-in-law: Lydia Martinez (Jesus) of Houston, TX; father-in-law: Harold Wayne Dureso of California; brother-in-law: Steven Astorga (Nelly) of Houston, TX; sister-in-law: Michelle Dureso (David) of Houston, TX; 4 grandchildren; 2 godchildren: Adam and Alex Stoner; 2 special friends and cousins, Joyce Gaston and Grace Ford and a host of other relatives and friends.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979-849-8800.

Funeral services for Charles Bender Turk, 53 of Freeport will be Saturday, September 19, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at Greater First St. Emmanuel Church in Freeport with Bishop Roderick Washington, officiating.

Burial will follow at Union Baptist Cemetery in Pledger, Texas.

He died Monday, September 7, 2009, at Select Specialty Hospital in Houston, Texas. He was a member of the Lake Jackson Worship Center and he enjoyed fishing.

He is preceded in death by his father, C.B. Turk and sister, Delores Earls.

Charles is survived by his wife of 22 years, Angela Turk of Freeport, Tx.; mother, Erma Lee Bryant (Jerry) of Freeport, Tx.; sons, Charles Turk Jr. and Zacharias Turk of Freeport, Tx., Chuckie Austin of Bay City, Bernard Duncan of Arcola, Michael Thompson(Kemek) of Churchill, raised as a son, Elton Duncan of Houston and Montrell Austin of Bay City; daughters, DaShounda Morgan, Natashia Turk and Charlene Turk of Freeport; brother, Roy Townsend (Ann) of Brazoria; sisters, Joyce Livingston of Freeport, Carolyn Harris of Lake Jackson and Corrine Turk of Houston; mother-in-law, Emma Jones of Lake Jackson; special friends, Roland Daniels (Gwen) of Freeport; 6 grandchildren and host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Fred Morgan, Steve Townsend, Cedric Morgan, Dan Phillips, Richard Morgan and Troy Townsend.

Honorary pallbearers will be Charles B. Turk Jr., Zacharias Turk, Chuckie Austin, Montrell Austin, Ronald Daniels and Elton Duncan.

Visitation will be Friday, September 18, 2009, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton. There will also be viewing from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Greater First St. Emmanuel Church in Freeport on Saturday, September 19, 2009.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979-849-8800.

Dorothy Alvarie Walker, 81 of Freeport, formerly of South Carolina passed away on September 1, 2009 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston,TX surrounded by her loving family.

She was born August 11, 1928 to Julius P. Yandle and Louise Doster Yandle in Chester, South Carolina.

She loved fishing, gardening, canning and traveling.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sons; Anthony Walker and Jimmy Walker and grandchild; Robin Wallace.

She is survived by her sons; John C. Walker, Jr. and wife Diane of Sanger,Tx and Timothy Walker of Freeport, daughters, Dorothy Gibson and husdand Aaron, Nancy Sims and Joyce Overcash and husband Scott Andrew "Andy" all of Freeport, brother; Julius "J.P." Peach Yandle of Gastonia, North Carolina, special friends; Jamie and Kitte Hildreth, Teena Aldridge and Billy Pitts, 16 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com

Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.