Funeral Services for Tosha Marie Tims, 28, of Rosenberg will be Saturday, August 21, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria with Pastor Terrance Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Fields Paradise Cemetery in Brazoria, TX.

She died Monday, August 16, 2010 at Triumph Hospital Southeast Houston in Sugarland, TX.

She is survived by her mother, Lola Tims, Sweeny; brothers, Steven Caldwell (Regina), Fresno, Jeff Robinson, Fort Worth, Jerod Donley, Brazoria; sisters, Patra Berry (Frederick), Garland, TX, Loretha Tims, Houston; grandmother, Leurel Brown Shephard; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Courtney Johnson, Kenneth Johnson, LeBradford Johnson, Lewis Brown, Gavin Brown and D.J. Brown.

Honorary pallbearers will be Maternal and Paternal Uncles.

Visitation will be Friday, August 20, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

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

Funeral Services for Joe Lee Buckner, 62, of Richwood, TX will be Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Freeport, 326 West Fourth St. in Freeport, TX with Bishop B. Hugh McGruder officiating. Burial will follow at Peach Creek Cemetery in Wharton, TX.

Joe transitioned from this life on Sunday, August 8, 2010 at his residence in Richwood, TX.

Joe attended R. O’Hara Lanier Elementary, Junior High and High School. In 1967 he graduated from Brazosport High School. He was employed by Dow Chemical Company in Freeport, Texas where he attended the Dow Foreman’s Academy. In 2004, he retired from Dow Chemical Company as a supervisor after 35+ years of faithful service.

Joe was actively involved in several organizations ~ Wildcat Social Club, R. O’Hara Lanier Alumni, East Enders and Jake Ford Community Reunion group. He was also an officer and member of the Johnson Family Reunion, a volunteer for the Brazoria County Habitat for Humanity, an avid fisherman, gardener, artist, cook and photographer. Joe was truly a “jack of all trades and master of them all”. He also participated and supported activities in the church, volunteering his services without any hesitation. Joe was the cornerstone of his family always supporting, loving and providing. His unique meekness had a positive impact on everyone who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his father, Webb “Willie” Buckner, Jr.; mother, Rosa Lee Buckner; sisters, Gracie Mae Shelton, Gladys Locke, Erma Lee Nealy, and nephew, Damian Buckner.

Joe is survived by one son, Joe L. Buckner (Tara) of Carrollton, TX.; brother, Webb Buckner III of Killeen, TX.; sisters, Myrtle Anderson of Temple, TX., Rose Mary Bonner (Edward) of Houston, TX., Pearlene Gardner of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Kathy Williams (Clifton Sr.) of Clute, TX.; aunt, Emma Johnson of Angleton, TX.; caring loved one, Wanda Buckner of Lake Jackson; and a host of nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Clifton Williams, Jr., Curtis Phillips, Adrian Buckner, Marvin Edwards, Edwin Gardner, Jr. and Jeremiah Norris.

Honorary pallbearers will be Joe L. Buckner, Billy Ray Pierce, Sr., Billy Ray Pierce, Jr., Harvey King, John Williams, Dennis Jones, Darryl Jones, Roland Daniels, Walter Daniels, Bobby Pierce, Clifton Williams, Sr., Edward Bonner III, David Yates, Jeremiah Woodard, Michael Lewis, Eddie Haynes, Lawrence Abraham, Jr., Reginald Abraham, Demeterius Abraham, Alvin Jenkins, Sr., Larry Moses, Larry Parrett, David Rizzo, Tommy Atkins, Leroy Donley, Charles Laughlin, Reuben Johnson and Bud Lands.

Flower bearers will be Tracey Bonner, Iris Lewis, Monica Rawlins and Candace Williams.

Visitation will be Friday, August 13, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry St., Angleton, TX. The final viewing will be at First Baptist Church of Freeport, 326 West Fourth St., Freeport, TX on Saturday, August 14, 2010, from 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Send online condolences to www.dixonfuneralhome.com.

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

Funeral service for Orlando Alston, Sr. 51 of Freeport formerly of Eulonia, Georgia will be Saturday, August 7, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Shorter Chapel A.M.E. Church in Eulonia, Georgia with Bishop Kevin Broomfield officiating. Burial will follow at Ebezener Cemetery in Eulonia, Georgia.

He died Thursday, July 29, 2010 at his residence. He was a member of Evergreen Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, crabbing and dancing. He also liked to spend quality time with his family especially his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John Henry Alston, Sr. and Mildred Brennon Alston and father-in-law, Ruell Grant.

He is survived by his loving wife, Donetta Alston, Freeport, Texas son, Orlando Alston, Jr. (Stacy), Freeport, Texas, daughter, Dominey M. Alston, Freeport, Texas brothers, Johnny Lee Alston, Savannah, Georgia and John Henry Alston, Jr. (Jeanetta), Freeport, Texas, Babe Ruth Alston (Theresa), Brazoria, Texas and Robert Alston, Sr. (Sandra), Oyster Creek, Texas, sisters, Elizabeth Jones (Roosevelt), Bay City, Texas, Julia Miller (Joseph), Midway, Georgia, Eldrew Thompson (Elroy), Angleton, Texas, Josephine Wilson (Benjamin) and Angie Reed (Floyd), Melynda Alston, Johnnie Mae Alston and Jeannette Anderson (Isaac) all of Eulonia, Georgia and Delores Sanders (Dennis), Sacrameto, California, grandmother, Melinda Futch, Eulonia, Georgia, step-grandmother, Mamie Brennon, Eulonia, Georgia, aunts, Gertie Brennon and Mattie Anderson both of Eulonia, Georgia, grandchildren, Sarenitee Alston and Orlando Alston, III both of Freeport and many other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Robert Alston, Jr., Tramine Alston, Leonard McAfee, Julius Brennon, Jonathan Wilson and Benjamin Wilson, III.

Honorary pallbearers will be Johnnie Lee Alston, John Henry Alston, Jr., Robert Alston, Sr., Babe Alston, Dennis Sanders, B.J. Wilson, Floyd Reed, Sr., Isaac Anderson, Elroy Thompson and Joseph Miller.

Visitation will be Wednesday, August 4, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at 979.798.9113.

Benjamin G. Silva, 55 of Brazoria went to be with his heavenly father on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at 2:35 a.m. after a long battle with cancer at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on January 22, 1955 in China N.L., Mexico to Esteban and Elva Silva. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. He was a loving husband, father and a great grandpa. He loved barbecuing, fishing and camping. His grandkids were the love of his life and he loved spending quality time with them. He was an avid sports fan. Benjamin was employed by Zachary Construction for over 25 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his loving wife, Guadalupe Silva of Brazoria, sons, Benjamin Silva, Jr. and wife Erika and Albert Silva both of Brazoria, daughter, Vanessa Mendoza of Brazoria, brothers, Angel Silva, Valdemar Silva and Roosbel Silva all of China N.L., Mexico, sisters, Otelia Ibarra and Blanca Silva both of China N.L., Mexico, grandchildren, Edgar Cervantes, Ileana Cervantes, Kiara Mendoza, Aiden Silva and Jordan Silva and other relatives and friends.

Serving as pallbearers will be Benjamin Silva, Jr., Alberto Silva, Anatolio Gonzales, Fernando Garcia, Joel Rodriguez and Roosbel Silva.

Family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria. A rosary will follow from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Funeral service will be on Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Sweeny with Father Ralph Robertson officiating. Burial will follow at Brazoria Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

Dad we’ll always remember that special smile, that caring heart, that warm embrace you always gave us. You have been there for mom and us through good and bad times, no matter what. We’ll always remember you Dad because there will never be another one to replace you in our hearts and the love we will always have for you.

We would like to thank all our family and friends for your prayer that helped us celebrate his life.

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

Funeral service for Lorraine “Tina” Dounceroux, 58 of Sweeny formerly of Louisiana will be Sunday,July 11, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at Brazoria First Assembly in Brazoria with Pastor Dale Frankum officiating.

Lorraine died Monday, July 5, 2010 at her residence. She was a member of Brazoria First Assembly. She was a RN at Matagorda General Hospital for the last five years. She read her bible, prayed and praised the Lord. She sewed by hand and loved making blankets and jewelry. She also enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. She was always encouraging her grandchildren to be the best they could be and letting them know that they could achieve whatever they wanted to do in life. She also enjoyed nature and fishing. Lorraine loved the “elderly” and lived her life to do anything necessary for them.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Steve Green and Joseph Prince and parents, Lawrence Dounceroux and Emma Dyer and brother, George Dounceroux.

She is survived by her loving sons, Donald Troy Prince (Sandra), Jacksonville, Mississippi, Chad Everett Green, Avondale, Louisiana and Jacque Adrian Prince (Alicia), Coffeyville, Kansas, brother, Bendix Dounceroux, Avondale, Louisiana, sister, Joyace D. Gibson (Charles), Avondale, Louisiana, special friends, Lucille Chinn and Lawrence Henry both of Harvey, Louisiana, Janine Stamps, Marrero, Louisiana and Lisa Nugent, West Columbia, Texas, 15 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and a host of special nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Paul Nugent, Mike Rayburn, Bill Teague, Brice Fowler, Jude Chamblee, Steve Higgins, Buddy Fuhrrman and Douglas Smith.

Honorary pallbearers will be Gary Rhodes, Bobby Frankum and Max Jones.


Additional funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Dominion and Power Full Gospel, 1525 LaPalco Blvd., Suite 28, Harvey, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Virginia Baptist Church Cemetery in Euellville, Louisiana.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Lorraine’s honor to: Brazoria First Assembly Senior Adult Ministries, “It’s all about Love”, P.O. Box 980, Brazoria, TX 77422.

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

Funeral service for Allen Webster Tate, 62, of Fresno will be Saturday, July 10, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria with Rev. Deborah Watson officiating. Burial will follow at Peaceful Rest Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

He died Thursday, July 1, 2010 at Ben Taub Hospital in Houston, Texas. He was a member of Palymara Baptist Church in Georgia. He graduated from Liberty High School in Georgia in 1965. He was a truck driver for many years. He loved cooking and fishing. He was a people person and enjoyed spending quality time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Georgia Tate and daughter, Rachel Bowens.

He is survived by his loving wife, Regina Tate of Houston, sons, Chris Alston, Donell Alston and Jamie Alston all of McIntosh County and Cory Johnican (Marilyn), Atlanta, Georgia, daughters, Pamela Campbell of Liberty County, GA, Alice Sims (Dan), Atlanta, Georgia and Rashelle Johnican, Houston, brothers, Marion Washington (Vivian), Augusta, Georgia, Rueben Taylor (Donetta), Virginia and Clarence Armstrong (Margie), Phoenix, Arizona, sister, Channie Palmer, McIntosh, Georgia, mother-in-law, Jessie Helm, Brazoria, brother-in-laws, George Helm, Jr., Houston, Ronnie Helm (Sonja), Bryan, TX, Anthony Ray Helm (Lisa), Phoenix, Arizona and Kelvin Helm (Stephanie), Baytown, sister-in-laws, Ella Mae Ford, Brazoria, Rev. Deborah Watson, Austin, Addie Helm and Kathy King both of Houston, host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Nathaniel Bowens, Spencer Boutain, Jr., Steven Bell, Kenneth Spears, Ronnie Helm and Kelvin Helm.

Honorary pallbearers will be Cory Johnican, Melvin Thomas, Clarence Armstrong, Marion Washington and Shelton Trucking Company.

Visitation will be Friday, July 9, 2010 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.

John Marcus Richardson, 83 years, 5 months and 23 days of Brazoria passed away on Sunday, June 27, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving family. God was ready for him and called him home to be with him.

John was born January 4, 1927 to Volney Charles and Ethel Ivy Richardson in West Columbia, Texas. He attended public school in West Columbia and was a lifetime resident of Brazoria County.

John was a member of Wild Peach Community Church where he served as an Elder. He worked for Pct. 4 in Brazoria County for 27 years. He enjoyed working in his yard and garden. He also liked to raise chickens and rabbits.

John was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Charles Richardson and sisters, Alta Mae Warneke, Elizabeth Colley, Catherine DeLaune and Frances Hutson,son,Jimmy Dole Richardson and grandson, Trey Marcus Richardson.

John is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Lila Ruth Richardson of Brazoria, brother, Kenneth Richardson and wife Shirley of Tennessee, grandson, Michael Wayne Richardson of Brazoria whom he raised as a son, granddaughter, Kelli Strickland of West Columbia, special nieces, Robbie, Deborah and Louise, nephews, Richard, Jim and H.D. and other relatives and friends.

Memorial Service will be Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. at Wild Peach Community Church in Brazoria with Bro. R.E. Breazeale officiating.

In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that you make donations to Helping Hands and Heart Hospice or Wild Peach Community Church.

The family would like to extend a special thank-you to Helping Hands and Heart Hospice for all special care given to John and the family.

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

Funeral Services for Garland Judkins, 46, of Angleton will be Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at 12:00 p.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church, Angleton, TX with Pastor G.R. Holland officiating and Rev. Ray Felder eulogizing. Burial will follow at the Angleton Cemetery,

He died Thursday, June 24, 2010 at Angleton Danbury Medical Center in Angleton, TX.

Garland attended Angleton High School and graduated in 1982. After graduation, he attended Lamar University in Beaumont, TX. He was a member of First Missionary Baptist Church in Angleton, TX. He loved coaching sports and going to the racetrack and watching his buddies race. On many days, you would find him hanging out with his friends lifting weights and bragging on who had the biggest and strongest physique.

He is preceded in death by his father, Burton Judkins, Jr.; brother, Sammy Jones; grandfather, Paul Penrice Sr. and father-in-law, Earnest Mitchell.

Garland is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Beverly Mitchell Judkins, Angleton; sons, Courtney O’Neal Judkins (fiancee Amanda Gomez), Angleton, Garland LaGray Judkins, mother, Loretta Branch (Archie), Angleton; brothers, Graylyn Wayne Judkins (Diane), Angleton, Edward Branch Sr. (Cheryl), Texas city, Roy Branch (Pat), Angleton; sister, Shelia Thompson (Mikell), Angleton; grandmother, Eleanor Penrice, New Gulf; Uncles, Ray Penrice, West Columbia, Bobby Penrice, Pledger, Paul Penrice Jr., and Sherman Penrice, both of New Gulf; Aunts, Ada Johnson (Luther), Houston, Brenda Washington (Ben Knoxon), Angleton, Kathy Gardner (Elmo), Missouri City; mother-in-law, JoNell Mitchell, Alto, TX; brother-in-laws, Stanley Mitchell (LaQuandra), Alto, TX, Kelly Mitchell (Collette), Fort Worth, TX, Anthony Dansby, Chicago, IL; nieces, Samantha and Yolanda Jones, both of Rosenberg, TX; nephew, Jalyn Judkins, Angleton; special friends, Manuel “O” Ochoa, Mike “Little Man” Marquez, Roderick Toston, Mr. Carl Bradshaw, Anthony “Donk” Turner and Jeff Holt; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Manuel “O” Ochoa, Mike “Little Man” Marquez, Courtney O’Neal Judkins, Garland LaGray Judkins, Roderick Toston and Damian Perry.

Honorary pallbearers will be Graylyn Wayne Judkins, Stanley Mitchell, Kelly Mitchell, Anthony Dansby and Luther Johnson III.

Visitation will be Monday, June 28, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry St., Angleton, TX.

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

B.J. Gary passed away on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 surrounded by his loving family at Sweeny House in Sweeny, Texas.

B.J. was born September 17, 1924 in Blue Mountain, Arkansas to Coke and Frankie Gary. He graduated in 1950 from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in secondary education. He taught at Marlon High School in Oklahoma. He worked for Phillips Petroleum for 32 years. After retiring he was a substitute teacher for the Sweeny Independent School District.

B.J. was a member of First Baptist Church of Old Ocean where he served as a deacon for 50 years, taught Sunday school for many years, and worked with Brotherhood and Royal Ambassadors. In addition, he served on the board of Palacios Encampment and participated in several mission trips. He was a volunteer at Texas Port Ministry in Freeport and was a member of the V.F.W. B.J. volunteered with Sweeny Little League as a coach, manager, umpire and board member. He served in the United States Army where he received the American Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal, EAME Ribbon with Three Bronze Stars and Distinguished Unit Badge GO 50.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Garland Gary, Cokely Gary and Clifton Gary and sister, Alice Matthews.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Juliene Gary of Sweeny, sons, James Howard Gary and wife Dong Mei of China and Richard Paul Gary and wife Tammy of Portage, Indiana, daughter, Leigh Ann Lintelman and husband Paul of Danbury, brother, Harold Gary and wife Myrtle of Kearney, Nebraska and sister, Helen Morrison of Stratford, Oklahoma. He is also survived by daughter-in-law, Dena Gary of St. Petersburg, Florida; sisters-in-law, Jean Creech of Lake Jackson, Nancy Benefield of Alvin and Estella Benefield of San Clemente, California; grandchildren, Michael Lintelman and wife Amanda of Houston, Amanda Lintelman (Andrew Stephens) of Danbury and Devon James Gary of St. Petersburg, Florida as well as extended family and friends.

Family will receive friends on Saturday, June 26, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria.

Funeral service will be Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Old Ocean with Bro. Joe Constantine officiating. Burial will follow at Sweeny Cemetery in Sweeny, Texas.

Active pallbearers will be Keith Davis, John Lewis, Bob Oglesby, Les Dupler, Marlin Morris and Jerry Don Bailey.

Honorary pallbearers will be Deacons of First Baptist Church of Old Ocean, Ray Nash, Lidge Stevens, Sonny Holley, Dr. Terry Driggers and Harmon Hoot.

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

Funeral Services for Scott Michael Long II, age 2, son of Scott and Saretta Long Sr. of Freeport will be Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 326 W. 4th St., Freeport, TX with Rev. Marcus Lincoln Eulogizing and Dr. J.V. Williams Officiating. Burial will follow at Restwood Memorial Park in Lake Jackson, TX.

Angels came on June 19, 2010 and picked a special flower from God’s garden and took him home. God’s garden must be beautiful because he only takes the best.

A beautiful baby boy was born on April 18, 2008 in Lake Jackson, TX. “Pootie” was a special baby boy who loved to smile and bring joy to people’s life. He loved Spongebob Squarepants, popsicles, break dancing and dancing in church. His favorite movie was Stomp the Yard and he could give those dancers a run for their money.

“Pootie” will always have a special place in our hearts. He was here for a short time but the time he was here, he touched a lot of lives and brought happiness to his to family and everyone he came into contact with. An angel has left us and we will truly miss him. Our lives have been touched and will never be the same, for part of us went with him, the day God called him home. “Pootie” is looking down on us with his angelic smile knowing that he made us better and happier just being around him.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Samuel Strauther; great grandparents, Angelina and Robert Howard, Dorothy and Sam Strauther, Arlin Brooks Long, and Barbara Ann Long (Miss Bobbie).

He is survived by his loving parents, Scott and Saretta Long Sr., Freeport, TX; sisters, Sade and Shia Long; Freeport, TX; grandparents, Renee and Paul Rodriquez, Brazoria, TX, Jeanie Long, Bedford, TX, Robert Long, Lake Jackson, TX; great grandparents, Corene and David Stinchcomb; Oklahoma City, OK; aunts, Nicole Bryant, Yolanda Lincoln (Marcus), all of Freeport, TX¸ Corene Ann Green (David), Wylie, TX, Priscilla Long, Hurst, TX, Nancy Lagunas, Bedford, TX, Hillary Hicks, Tampa FL; uncles, Christopher Long (Cindy), San Diego, CA¸ Matthew and Jonathan Poncin, both of Bedford, TX, Justin Long, Elizabeth City, N.C., Rashad Merchant, Dallas, TX; godfather, Jamon Hobbs, Freeport, TX; godmother, Tasha Matthews, Angleton, TX; favorite playmate, cousin Omar Williams, Jr., Freeport, TX; very special cousin, NaTasha Bryant, Freeport, TX; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be James Lawson, Nakia Thomas, Benjamin Backman, Jr., Michael Hill, Sidney Mitchell III, DaJon King and Leland Hobbs, Jr.

Honorary pallbearers will be Sidney Mitchell II, Robert Howard, Quedarrien Bryant, Kerry Jammer, Matthew Poncin, Marlon Lincoln, Jonathan Poncin, Paul Rodriquez, Jamon Hobbs, Christopher Long, Shawn Franklin, Leland Hobbs Sr. and Memorial Day Care-2 year old class.

Visitation will be Friday, June 25, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry St., Angleton, TX.

Final arrangements are entrusted to the care of Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton, TX. (979) 849-8800.

Doris Louise Bennetsen, 80 of Brazoria passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at St. Luke Hospital in Houston, Texas.

Doris was born on December 10, 1929 in Terrell, Oklahoma to Earl and Irene Jones. She was a member of the Brazoria Church of Christ. She was resident of Brazoria for over 35 years. She owned and operated Hollywood Beauty Shop for 20 years in Graham, TX. She was a beautician for 50 + years. Her passion was making family and friends hair beautiful. She loved to cook, spending quality time with her family and singing in church. She also loved dancing in her younger years with the love of her life, her husband Henry.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Earlene Montgomery, Quintella Sabrsula and Jo Martin, brothers, R. W. Jones and Ray Boy Jones and her first husband, Curtis Steadham.

Doris leaves to cherish her memories, her loving husband of 31 years, Henry Bennetsen of Brazoria, son, Ronald Steadham and wife Betty of West Columbia, daughters, Sharon O’Bryan and husband J.D. of Sweeny and Debra Sanders and husband Paul of Clute, step-children, Rex Bennetsen and wife Mitti of Victoria, Sherry Taylor and husband Rod and Delton Bennetsen both of Seadrift, TX, Clint Bennetsen of Matagorda Island and Darla George and husband David of Santa Monica, California, 5 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

Family will receive friends on Friday, June 18, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Funeral service will be Saturday, June 19, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Brazoria Church of Christ in Brazoria with Pastor Rick Moore officiating. Burial will follow at Pioneer Cemetery in Graham, Tx on Monday, June 21, 2010 at 10:00 a.m.

Pallbearers will be Lesley Dale O’Bryan, Stacy James O’Bryan, Brandon Hastey, Rex Bennetsen, Clinton Bennetsen and Delton Bennetsen.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Brazoria Church of Christ, 313 E. Florida St., Brazoria, TX, 77422.

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

David Kevin Till, age 47, was born July 30, 1962 to David and Shirlee Till in Lake Jackson, TX. He was fondly known to his friends as Kevin.

Kevin passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, June 11, 2010 at his residence in Lake Jackson, TX.

He attended Brazoswood High School and later attended Culinary Arts School where he became a fantastic Chef. He used his culinary skills to dazzle his customers and friends with mouth watering meals and desserts. He always wanted his meals not only to taste delicious but to look beautiful on the plate. He would even go so far as to adding his own garnishes he created. He always made a big deal about that being perfect in his creative mind. His passion was surfing and traveling all over the world to surfing events. Lately, he spent his time fishing with his buddies Dr. Tanner and Joe. His easy going demeanor made him fun to be around.

Kevin is preceded in death by his parents, David and Shirlee Till and grandparents, Oscar and Louise Till, George and Mildred Potvin.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his beloved children, David Austin and Kaitlin Alexa Till and their mother, Mary Cay (Till) Manning; stepson, Matthew Henderson, all of Orlando, FL; and a host of friends.

Graveside services will be Thursday, June 17, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Brazoria Cemetery with Rev. Debbie Measells officiating.

A special thank-you to his friends, Joe LeDesma, Paul Rodriquez, Cheryl Jez and Wayne Patterson who helped him after the passing of his mother and grandmother.

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

Madelyn June Raasch, 79, of West Columbia, passed away June 1, 2010 in West Columbia, TX. She was born June 15, 1930 in Rosenberg, TX to Frank and Margaret Maresh.

She grew up in the Rosenberg community. She enjoyed camping and spending her summers in Weatherford, TX. She was an inspiring leader who was passionate about her beliefs. Madelyn worked for Columbia Brazoria School District as a kitchen worker. She lived many years in Wild Peach and later moved to West Columbia to be closer to her loving family. She moved into her “little mansion on the hill” and enjoyed spending her last days watching her great grand children play and listening to the birds sing on her porch.

Madelyn is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Margaret Maresh; son, William Rex Raasch, and brother, Joe Maresh.

She is survived by her sons, Mickey Raasch and wife Liz of Corpus Christi, TX, Wayne Raasch of Lissie TX, Zack Raasch and wife Jean Ann of West Columbia, TX; daughter, Elizabeth Pryor of Katy, TX; brothers, Alan Maresh of Weatherford, TX, Henry Maresh of Simonton, TX and Keith Maresh of Angleton, TX; a sister, Thelma; grandchildren, Robin Raasch, Rachelle Raasch, both of Dallas, Alex Raasch, Jacob Kerwick, both of Corpus Christi, TX, Ryan Raasch and wife Tanja of Denmark, Germany, Kyndra Brown and husband Boston, Wade Raasch, both of West Columbia, TX, LeAnn Brown and husband Josh of New Braunsfels, TX, Kristen Raasch, Rene Raasch, both of West Columbia, TX, Jared Pryor of Houston, TX, Stephanie Lawshae and husband Ricky of Austin, TX, Joseph Pryor and Sarah Pryor, both of Katy, TX; great grandchildren, Guy Raasch, Sloan Novak, Rassmus Raasch, Noah Raasch and Mia Lawshae; and a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Graveside Services will be Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Brazoria Cemetery.

Special thanks to Amed Hospice for all of their care and attention given to Madelyn and her family.

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

May 24, 1938 – May 28, 2010

Darrel was born in Abney, West Virginia on May 24, 1938 to Avery and Edrie Farley. He completed school and joined the Army in 1959. He served in the Armed Forces for 9 years and was honorably discharged from the John F. Kennedy Center as Special Warfare attached to the 6th Special Forces Army.

He married Ginette Fauveau on May 31, 1968 and together they had three daughters Dianna Farley, Donna Vie Farley, who they lost in infancy, and Deborah Farley who were welcomed by older sister and brother, Linda Moore and Claude Moore.

He worked as a carpenter and pipefitter with Gulf States for 15 years. After retiring, he and his wife ran their own business, Farley’s Foliage Nursery for 10 years. He enjoyed his family, growing plants and country music. He will be missed by many.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife Ginette of 34 years; infant daughter Donna; parents, Avery and Edrie Farley; brothers, Kent Farley, Ted Farley, Oral Farley; sister, Edna Dennis.

He leaves to cherish his precious memories, his children, Dianna Davis and husband Bubba of West Columbia, Deborah Owens and husband Rich of West Columbia, Linda Bonnette and husband Ron of Rosharon, and Claude Moore of Kemah TX; brothers, Jack Farley of Grants, N.M. and Bill Farley of Coal City, West Virginia; sisters, Earlene Hunt of Coal City, West Virginia, Delpha Martin of Bowersville, GA, Lotus Lewis and husband H.B. of Princewick, West Virginia and Leta McComas of Midway, West Virginia; grandchildren, Lisa Moore, David Farley, Shane Farley, Kerri Brunet, Darrel Wayne Davis, Dawsen Davis, Alyssa Owens; and a host of great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers will be friends and family members.

Visitation will be Tuesday, June 1, 2010 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria. Funeral Services will start at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Brazoria Cemetery in Brazoria, TX.

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

On May 27, 2010 Margarette Blackwell passed from this world to the sweet arms of Jesus. She came to Brazoria on October 3, 2008 to share time with her granddaughters; Marie Hicks and Roschelle Blackwell and good friend Brandi Jones.

Christmas was her favorite holiday because it was the time that she would always get a visit from her great grandchild who she loved so much. Children always held a special place in her heart along with Shirley Williams and family.

During her short stay in the community she cooked in her first bean cook off. She went to see the fish at Lake Jackson Sea Center and almost had to leave her there. She also got a chance to bid in an auction. Margarette was so happy that she got a chance to say good bye to a few soldiers as a member of The Brazoria County Calvary and sat and watched flickers lights on a camp fire. We wished that we had more time to do more stuff with her but her Jesus was calling.

Final services will be in the form of calling out all her teachings of strength and loving unconditionally.

“She Just Couldn’t Help It” Oh Lord

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

Funeral Services for Bennie Guinn, 67, of Rosharon, will be Monday, May 31, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX with Rev. Carl Grice, officiating. Burial will follow at Peaceful Rest Cemetery in Brazoria, TX.

He passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at Angleton Danbury Medical Center in Angleton, Tx..

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and he liked watching his grand kids play softball.

He is preceded in death by his father, Joe Guinn and sister, Dollie Sneed.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Erma Lee Guinn of Rosharon; mother, Christina Mobley of Houston, Tx.; daughters, Bridgette Williams of Angleton and Regina Crain(Glen) of Nacogdoches; brothers, Oscar Guinn, Joe Guinn and Burt Guinn all of Houston, Tx., James Guinn of Angleton; sisters, Gloria Guinn, Patricia Guinn and Shirley Guinn, all of Houston, Tx.; brothers-in-law, Thomas Williams Sr.(Shelia), Leon Williams, and Howard Williams all of Rosharon, and Edward Williams Sr. of Fresno; 6 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren and a host of nephews, nieces other relatives and friends.

Active Pallbearers will be Glen Crain, Leon Williams Jr., Darrell Williams, DeKovin Pennywell, Essex Branch and Christopher Williams.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Thomas Williams, Leon Williams Sr., Oscar Guinn, Edward Williams Sr., Howard Williams and Edgar Little.

Visitation will be Monday, May 31, 2010, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX. There will be no viewing afterwards.

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

On September 10, 1966 a baby girl named Jacqueline Denese Morgan was born in Shreveport, La, to Dorothy Mae Morgan and Lawrence Freeman also of Shreveport, La.

Jacqueline Denese Morgan, 43, of Freeport, Tx. went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 25, 2010.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Mae Morgan; son, Richard “Ray Ray” Morgan; daughter, Lanette Marie Morgan and grandmother, Gertrude Brown.

She leaves to cherish one son, Freddrick Darnell Morgan; one daughter, Tiffany Tenesha Morgan, both of Lake Jackson, Tx.; two sisters, Angela Denise Turk(Charlie) of Lake Jackson, Tx., Marilyn Bell of Lake Jackson, Tx.; one brother, Russell Earl Morgan(Latoya) of Seguin, Tx.; best friend, Sylvia Bryant of Freeport, Tx. and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and friends.

The Morgan family moved to Texas when Jackie was a little girl. She attended Brazosport High School where she graduated from in 1985. From there she went to school to become a certified nurses assistant and has worked as a CNA for many years. She was a mother, sister, aunt and friend. She was an active and hard working woman who raised her three children. She was a friendly, humorous person, that’s what people loved about her.

A celebration of Jacqueline Morgan remembrance will be at Gateway Clubhouse, 111 Loganberry, Lake Jackson, Tx. from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 30, 2010.

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

Funeral service for Veola Simple Williams, 88 of Brazoria will be Saturday, May 22, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Greater Mount Zion Church in Brazoria with Elder Roland K. Hendricks officiating. Burial will follow at Mims Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

She died Saturday, May 15, 2010 at West Houston Medical Center in Houston, Texas. She was a member of Greater Mount Zion Church where she served as church secretary for over 40 years. She was president of the senior mission, past choir president and past member of the Eastern Star and Court of Calanthe. She graduated from Jack Yates High School and attended Texas Southern University. She was affiliated with the Southern District Association where she served as president of the Junior Mission, Mission #2 and the Senior Mission. She served as secretary of the Mission Department of the American Baptist Convention of Texas. She loved serving her God, cooking, singing and taking care of her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Simple, Sr. and Carrie Wright Simple; husband, Charlie C. Williams; brothers, Sherman Simple, Sr., Charles Simple, Alphonse Simple, Sr. and John Simple and sister, Martha Simple.

She is survived by her loving children; sons, Clemon Charles Williams (Lillie) of Missouri City, Roosevelt Williams (Janie) of Angleton, daughters; Charlene Moore (Elvan) of Freeport, Shirley Ford (Ronnie) of Brazoria and Anita Flannel of Missouri City; godsons, Lee O. “Lucky” Simple of College Station and Sherman Simple, Jr. of Brazoria; sister-in-law, Alma Williams of Brazoria; 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and host of other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Renard Williams, Derek Ford, Christopher Williams, Ronnie Simple, Lee O. “Lucky” Simple and Troy Lacy.

Honorary pallbearers will be Kenneth Simple, Danny Simple, Alphonse Simple, Jr.,

Ronnie Ford, Elvan Moore, Sherman Simple, Jr., Charles F. Simple and Carl D. Williams.

Visitation will be Friday, May 21, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria. There will be viewing at the church on Saturday, May 22, 2010 from 10:00 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 Thomas Boles, 81 of Lake Jackson will be Saturday, May 22, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Overcoming Faith Ministries in Jones Creek with Pastor Cynthia Daniels officiating. Burial will follow in Oakland Community Cemetery in Jones Creek, Texas.

He died Saturday, May 15, 2010 at Triumph Hospital Southwest in Sugarland, Texas. He was a member of St. Joseph Overcoming Faith Ministries. He loved fishing and was an avid fisherman.

He is survived by his sons; Kevin Boles, Marc Boles (Monica) both of Freeport, Texas, Melvin Boles (LeTicia), Jones Creek, Texas, Stacy Boles (Charlette), Fresno, Texas; daughters; Regina Boles (Nathan Carson), Annette Boles, both of Houston, Texas, Yolanda Boles, Freeport, Texas; 4 brothers; Samuel Brown, Jr. (Carolee), George “Roy” Brown (Annie) both of St. Helena Island, South Carolina, Thomas Brown, New York City, New York, Joseph “Baby Joe” Brown (Sarah), Trotwood, Ohio, 3 sisters; Emily Constance Brown, Geraldine Brown both of Newark, New Jersey, Shirley Inabinett (Heyward), St. Helena Island, South Carolina, 15 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Quintin Burton, Gregory Burton, Stacy Boles, Kevin Boles, Melvin Bell, Jesus Cantu, Tonye’ Nelson, and Greg Roberts.

Honorary pallbearers will be Stacy Boles, Kevin Boles, Marc S. Boles, Melvin Boles, Orlando Lewis, Marc A. Boles, Chase Pinheiro and Michael S.T. Edwards.

Visitation will be Friday, May 21, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria. Visitation will also be on Saturday, May 22, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Overcoming Faith Ministries in Jones Creek, TX.

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

Marion Wishard, 70 of Brazoria passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 13, 2010 surrounded by her loving family at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas.

Marion was born on June 17, 1939 to Butcher Paul and Margarete Kallenbach in Germany.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her loving husband; Walter Wishard of Brazoria, sons; Jeffrey Cormier of Rosenberg, Texas and Terry Bullard of Jacksonville, Florida, step-son; Christopher Wishard of Bremington, Washington, daughters; Joy Adkins of Sweeny, Texas Jackie Leigus of West Columbia, Texas and Jennifer Cormier of Silsbee, Texas 17 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

Memorial service will be Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria, Texas.

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

Funeral service for Joe Randon, Jr. “Joe Baby” will be Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Hall Chapel Baptist Church in Brazoria with Rev. Clifton Randon officiating. Burial will follow at Peaceful Rest Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

Joe went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 13, 2010 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas. He was a member of Victory Temple Church in Brazoria where he served as a Deacon and was a member of the choir. He loved to fish, hunt and play dominoes. He also loved riding his motorcycle and had a great sense of humor.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents; Joe and Angie Randon, daughter; Brenda Randon, son; Joe Randon, III, brothers; James Randon, Dan Moody Randon, sister; Birdie Lee Bryant and granddaughter; Shirlecia Lee’Nae Runoalds.

Joe leaves to cherish his memories his wife; Patricia Randon of Arlington, children; Brittany Randon, Freeport and Katina Woodard, Brazoria, step-children; Raven Knoz and Lewis Quincy Hamilton, III both of Arlington, a long time special friend; Marva Powell, Brazoria, daughters; step-children; Tonya Fields (Clinton), Takelia Powell (special friend Emil) and Cassandra Powell (special friend Ben) all of Brazoria and Margie Carter (special friend Clyde), Sweeny, brothers; Albert Randon, Deacon Floyd Randon and Eddie Lee Randon (Debra) all of Brazoria, Moses Randon (Earnestine), West Columbia and Donald Ray Randon, Houston, sisters; Mary Lee Johnson (Jerry) and Irma Lee Foster (Frank) both of Brazoria, grandchildren, Breanna Randon, Houston, Andre Randon, Houston, Desmond D. Allen and Quahzai D. Miles both of Brazoria, 10 great grandchildren, host of nephews, nieces, other family members and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Emil Allen, III, Clyde D. Allen, Benjamin Farrington, Alvin Banion, Jessie Roy Bess and Osby Allen.

Honorary pallbearers will be Albert Randon, Deacon Floyd Randon, Eddie Lee Randon,

Moses Randon and Donald Ray Randon.

Visitation will be Monday, May 17, 2010 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 Elizabeth Young, 91, of Angleton, formerly of Brenham, TX, will be Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 12:00 p.m. at Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church, 204 Kerr St., Brenham, TX with Dr. John Harris officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery in Brenham, TX.

She passed away Monday, May 10, 2010 at Country Village Care in Angleton, TX.

Her favorite hobbies were fishing, playing dominos, and gardening. While attending Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church, she was a choir member and a faithful member of the church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Rena Biggers; husband, Floyd Young, Sr.; brother, John Henry Biggers; sisters; Admonia Garrett and Sally Garner.

She is survived by her sons, Floyd Young, Jr. (Norma), Fort Mills, S.C., Robert Young (Delores), Indianapolis, IN, Thomas J. Young Sr. (Marion), Charlotte, N.C; daughters, Mary Kyle (Merdock), Angleton, TX, Edna Jenkins (Willie), St. Augustine, TX; brother, Jerry Biggers (Clara), Galveston, TX; special friends, Katherine Newsome, Eddie Washington, Catherine Coleman, all of Brenham, TX; 21 grandchildren; a host of great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nephews, nieces other relatives and friends.

Active Pallbearers will be Ken Wilson, Keith Haywood, Roschelle Marshall, Gary Foster, Vincent Randel and George Biggers.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Fredrick Johnson, Charles Garner, Willie Jenkins and Thomas Garner.

Visitation will be Friday, May 14, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX. Visitation will also be at Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.


Special thanks to Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church in Brenham, TX, Country Village Care nursing home in Angleton, TX and Amed Hospice.

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

Terry Wade Guice, Jr, 27, was brought into this world on April 18, 1983 and went to be with the lord on May 10, 2010.

A celebration of life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 15, 2010 at Wild Peach Community Church with Bro. R.E. Breazeale officiating.

Left to cherish Terry’ s memory is his wife, Carollie Norsworthy-Guice; son, Mason Guice, 6; step-son, Tristan Dilocker, 13; mother, Ginger Waley and step-father Michael Waley; father, Terry Guice Sr., and step-mother Lorrie Ray; maternal grandmother, Yetta Hustead; sisters, Misty Guice, Christy Guice and husband Marshall Osborne, Jennifer Guice and husband Zach Clements; step-sister, Jamie Fowler and husband Steve Thompson. He had many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Terry shared the gift of life by donating his tissues and organs. One thing he loved to do is spend time with his family and friends. He adored taking his children fishing. Terry liked playing video games, playing with his dogs, and riding his go cart. He also liked spending time at his grandmother’s place of business, high-five, singing karoke, playing pool and eating their food.

Terry’s profession was a framer, although he had many different skills. He was an all around handy man.

Terry was loved by all his family and friends and will be greatly missed. He will always be in our hearts. We will be seeing you.

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

Memorial service for infant Jorian Je’Lurin Da’Cota Stevens- Johnson of Houston will be Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, TX 77515. He will be buried at Johnson Cemetery in West Columbia, Texas.

He died Saturday, May 8, 2010 at St. Joseph Hospital in Houston, Texas.

He is survived by his parents, Joshua De’Lurin Stevens and La’Corey Nacole Johnson both of Houston, uncles, Tenerrance V. Johnson-Watson, Corey Lynn Johnson, Jr., Robert A. Galvan, Jr., Anthony W. Latson, Corey Lynn Johnson, II, Ashton B. Johnson-Hall, Caleb Avery Stevens, Michael Stevens and Jereon Stevens all of Houston, aunts, Tia D. Watson, Cailynn J. Johnson and Ashley D. Hall all of Houston, grandmothers, Sarah Stevens and Karen Johnson both of Houston, grandfathers, Corey L. Johnson, Sr. (LaTricia) of Fresno and Dennis Holt of Houston, great-grandmother, Thelma Earls of Freeport, great-grandfather, J.P. Stredick, Jr. of Houston, great-great grandmother, Maxine Davis of West Columbia and Helen Davis of Old Ocean, godparents, Tammy Davis and Eric Johnson both of Houston and a host of other relatives.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979.849.8800.

Jerry Wayne Langford, 47 of Brazoria entered into peaceful rest Thursday, May 6, 2010 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas. He was born on June 7, 1962 in Freeport, Texas to Jerry Langford and Barbara Childs Phelps.

Jerry was baptized at Shady Acres Baptist Church and Brazoria was his home. He had a good heart and was always quick to help people. He loved football, Nascar and rock and roll. He was an avid fan of ZZ Top and the Houston Texans.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Austin Hart and Louise Hart Sorelle, and Jack and Lois Childs, all of Brazoria.

He is survived by his father, Jerry Eugene Langford and wife Carol of Houston, mother, Barbara Phelps and husband John of Brazoria, sisters, Jackie McDonald and husband Jay of Alvin, Joyce Bald and husband Anthony of Friendswood and Joanna Foshee and husband Jeff of Jones Creek, step-brother, Derick Smith and wife Jennifer of Houston, step-sister, Suzanne Grisham and husband Greg of Santa Fe, 9 nephews, 1 niece, 5 great-nephews, 3 great-nieces, and other relatives and friends. Also, special friends Betty Moore and her daughter, Liz.

Family will receive friends on Monday, May 10, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria.

Graveside service will be Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Brazoria Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas with Rev. Floyd Scott officiating.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home at 979.798.9113.

Desiree D’on “Desi” Rotureaux, 19 of Churchill, Tx was born November 16, 1990. She left this earth on May 2, 2010 to be our shining star. Desi’s passion and love in life was basketball, enjoying the sun at the beach and spending time with friends. Desiree’ was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend and will be greatly missed.

Desiree was preceded in death by her brother, Jason Anthony Rotureaux, grandmother, Jean Gibson, aunt, Debbie Trent, cousin, Ciarra Harris and step-father, Creag McCormick.

She is survived by her mother and father, Tomi Jean and Harold Edward Rotureau III, mom and pops, Donna and Joe Taylor all of Churchill, TX, brothers, Harold Edward “Bubba” Rotureaux, Aaron Kline Rotureaux and wife Emily and Tommy Ray “Tom Tom” Rotureaux all of Churchill, Tx, sisters, Destiney Kimberly Marie Rotureaux, Darian Danielle “DD” Rotureaux and Ashley Nicole Townsley all of Churchill, TX, and Desteny and Patience McCormick of Baytown, TX, grandparents, Harold and Lavon Rotureaux, Tom Yardley and Carrol “MeMe” Chester, aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends.

Family will receive friends on Thursday, May 6, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, Tx. A celebration of life service will begin at 6:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made payable to Dixon Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1027, Angleton, TX 77516 to help defray funeral expenses.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979.849.8800.

Creag O’Neil “Freebird” McCormick, 42 of Churchill, Tx was born on September 25, 1967. He left this earth on May 2, 2010 to travel on to be free as a bird. Creag’s passion and love in life was Harley Davidson Motorcycles, being a loving and devoted father to his two precious daughters, Desteny (14) and Patience (10) McCormick. Creag was looking forward to marrying his love and soul mate, Tomi Jean Rotureau on July 3, 2010. Creag was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend and will be greatly missed.

Creag was preceded in death by his father, Ira Neil McCormick; daddy, Andrew Jackson Chester; grandparents, Dallas and Vera McCormick and Fred Sheffield and step-daughter, Desiree D’on Rotureaux.

He is survived by future wife, Tomi Jean Rotureau of Churchill, TX; children, Desteny Breanna Grace McCormick and Patience Faith O’Neil McCormick of Baytown, TX; step-children, Harold “Bubba”, Aaron, Tommy “Tom Tom”, Destiney and Darian “DD” Rotureaux all of Churchill, TX; mother, Carrol Chester of Churchill, grandmother, Flora Sheffield of Ben-wheller, TX; sister, Donna May Taylor and brother-in-law Joe Taylor of Churchill, TX; sister, Christie Koonce and brother-in-law Lance Koonce of Refugio, Tx; brother of “Be loved” Scott “Scootie” Beaver of South Houston, Tx; nephews and nieces, Ashley Townsley of Churchill, TX; Jodie and Rachel Baker and Justin Baker all Ninnekah, Oklahoma; Logan and Hai-Lee Koonce of Refugio, TX; great-niece, Jerzie Baker of Ninnekah, Oklahoma, aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends.

Family will receive friends on Thursday, May 6, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, Angleton, Tx. A celebration of life service will begin at 6:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made payable to Dixon Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1027, Angleton, TX 77516 to help defray funeral expenses.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Angleton at 979.849.8800.

James Raymond Bonner, Jr. was born August 19, 1958 in Freeport, Texas to Katherine and James Bonner, Sr. until the Lord called him home on Friday, April 23, 2010.

He loved dancing, fishing and his country music. You will always be loved and greatly missed and forever in our hearts. We greatly appreciate you for serving our country in the Army from 1977 to 1979. He worked for many years doing maintenance and building of elevators. He was a past member of the union.

He is survived by his loving and supportive wife of 13 years, Virginia Lee Bonner of Lake Jackson, children, James Alan Bonner of Houston, Wayne Micah Bonner and Joshua Ray Bonner both of Dallas, Britainy Renee Maulder of Maybank, TX and “Rocky Boy”, step children, Ricky and wife Ashley Perez, Jr. and Melissa Perez both of Lake Jackson, brother, Ronald Roberts of Houston and his sisters, Kathy and husband Roger Sawyer of Pearland and Pat Peiser of Conroe, step-brothers, Michael Roberts of Houston and Steven Roberts of Little Rock, Arkansas, special uncles, David Bonner of Brazoria which was like his second dad and Wayne Yeamans of Matagorda, TX, special aunt, Debra Bradley of New Braunfel, nephews, John Peiser of Las Vegas and Jeremiah Sawyer of Pearland, niece, Jennifer Sawyer of Pearland, grandchildren, Leah Maulder Lillyanna Bonner, Ricardo Perez III, Alexander and Riley Perez, Alianna and Gabriela Perez-Diaz and a host of other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his father, James Bonner, Sr., mother, Katherine Roberts, step-father, James Roberts and many more.

Funeral service will be Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria with Pastor Dale Frankum officiating. Burial will follow at Brazoria Cemetery in Brazoria, Texas.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.

Active pallbearers will be Jennifer Sawyer, Troy Roundtree, David Bartek, Sam Martin, Charles Strother and Ricky Jones.

Honorary pallbearers will be Sonny Modrell and Cecil Clepper.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home at 979.798.9113.

Funeral Services for Richard Ray Morgan, 24, of Clute, TX., will be Saturday, April 24, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, CR 318, Brazoria, TX., with Prophet Amos Morgan, officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery in Brazoria, Tx.
He died on Sunday, April 18, 2010, at his residence.

He was a graduate of Calhoun High School class of 2005. He played football, threw the shot put and discus in track, loved to lift weights and go to movies. His favorite thing to do was hang out with his brothers.

Richard was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gladys Woodard Robinson, Dorothy Morgan and sister, Lanette Morgan.

He is survived by his father, Roderick Mack, Sr. of Clute; mother, Jacqueline Morgan of Lake Jackson; grandparents, Marshall and Kathy Mack of West Columbia, Lawrence and Patricia Freeman Jr. of Shreveport, LA; great grandparents, Lawrence and Gloria Freeman, Sr. of Shreveport, LA; four brothers, Freddrick Morgan and Noah Mack of Clute, Roderick Mack Jr. and Terrence Mack of Alabama; three sisters, Chrisanna Poole of Freeport, Tiffany Mack Morgan of Lake Jackson and Peyton Mack of Beaumont; special buddy, Roy of Freeport, Tx. and a host of uncles, aunts, other relatives and friends.

Active Pallbearers will be Dewight Jermon, Eddie Griggs, Damarques Pipkins, Charlie Sallins, Jamarques Pipkins, Walter Pipkins and Kervin Dale Jr.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Freddrick Morgan, Noah Mack, Roderick Mack Jr., Jalen Harris, Terrence Mack, Marcus Robinson, Charles Turk Jr. and Kolamann Hill.

Visitation will be Friday, April 23, 2010, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry in Angleton, Tx.

A memorial fund has been set up at First Convenience Bank, 121 Hwy 332, Lake Jackson, TX 77566. Account #: 405450834

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

Memorial service for Kenneith Drake Miller, 63 of Wharton will be Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Pilgrim C.M.E. Church, 339 Robertson St. in Denton, Texas with Rev. Freddy Cyrus officiating.

Kenneith passed away on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Wharton, Texas. He enjoyed fishing and barbecuing. He also liked to play cards and dominoes. His greatest joy was spending quality time with his family and grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Miller, Brazoria, TX father, William Devereaux (Mable), Denton, TX, mother, Maurine Goodner, Denton, Tx, sons, Keith Dwayne Miller, Brazoria, TX, Kevin Damone Miller (Jacqueline), Wharton, TX Kendrick Donnell Miller (Yolanda), Warner Robins, Georgia, brothers, William Fred Goodner, Jr. (Minetria), Dallas, TX, Larry Goodner, William Devereaux, Jr., and Donnie Devereaux all of Denton, TX, Ricky Devereaux, California and Pete Devereaux, Houston, TX, sisters, Diana Lynn Cyrus (Rev. Freddy Cyrus), DeSoto, TX, Evan. Susie Douglas (Sam), Washington, DC and Andre Devereaux Walton, Denton, TX, grandchildren, Brittney DaWaun Brown, Clute, TX, Keith Dwayne Miller, Jr., Sweeny, TX and Madison Kalese Miller, Warner Robins, Georgia, special loved ones, Ryschelle Brown and Jaylon Tolbert both of Sweeny, TX and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Norman Boyd Hubbard “Bubba” lost his incredible battle with cancer on Sunday, April 11, 2010. He died peacefully in his beloved home on the river with his family at his side and proceeded to heaven.

Norman was born January 10, 1942, in Old Ocean, Texas to Fred and Grace Hubbard. He attended Sweeny High School and went on to become a great entrepreneur. He owned various businesses in the Brazoria County area for much of his life.

Norman was a big man with a big heart and is survived by an extensive family that loves him deeply.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria with Pastor Bob Hankins officiating.

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

Charles E. Bush, 82 of Sweeny passed away peacefully on Monday, April 5, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving wife. He was born on July 14, 1927 in Bessmer, Alabama to Baker Wilsie Bush and Ellie Lee Bush.

Charles served in the United States Navy for over 21 years as a Commander-in-Chief. He was a member of the V.F.W. # 8551. He loved fishing, hunting, animals and spending time outdoors. His joy was spending quality time with his family. He also loved to go to the game room. He loved to go to the Sweeny football games. He especially enjoyed Burr sitting with him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Charles Kelly Bush and sister, Estelle Valsa Sampson.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his loving wife, Karlene Bush of Sweeny, sons, Billy Bob Bush of Louisiana and Donnie Bush of Liberty Hill, TX, step-son, James Meador and wife Sherry of Sweeny, daughters, Nancy Harvey and husband Larry of Sweeny and Cindy Lawrence of Alexandria, Louisiana, sisters, Margaret Jean West and husband George of Houston and Geraldine Kirk of Virginia, 6 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 1 step great grandchild and other relatives and friends.

Services will be Friday, April 9, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Matagorda Beach in Matagorda, TX with V.F. W. # 8551 officiating.

Family will receives friends on Friday, April 9, 2010 at 510 North McKinney, Sweeny, Tx from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The family would like to give a special thanks to IPH Hospice Care Team, Grace, Ashley, Susie, Norma and Beverly. Mrs. Karlene would also like to thank Chaplain Thomas Lester and Ordenia for being with her after Charles passed away.

In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that donations be made payable to Sweeny Bank to purchase a brick for the Veteran’s Ring of Honor in memory of Charles E. Bush.

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

Mr. Rodney Wayne Bullard, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend transitioned to eternal rest early morning on Saturday, April 3, 2010.

Visitation will be Friday, April 9, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria, TX. There will be viewing at the church on Saturday, April 10, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon only. There will be no viewing afterward.

Funeral services for Rodney, 42, of Freeport, formally of Bay City, will be Saturday, April 10, 2010, at 12:00 noon at Greater Mt. Zion Church, 2924 County Road 520
Brazoria, TX, with Elder Roland K. Hendricks officiating. Burial will follow at Peaceful Rest Cemetery in Brazoria, TX.

Rodney is preceded in death by his parents Alfred Bullard and Dorothy Quiller; father-in-law, Arthur Jones, Jr., two brother-in-laws, Timothy Fields, Jr. and Robert Fields.

Rodney memories will forever be cherished by his loving wife, Juanita Bullard, Freeport, TX; adopted mother Lucille Kopecky “Ma”; his children, LaShaye Simple (Friend Dedrick Thompson) and Nicholas Fields, Freeport, TX, Portia Bullard and Ashlee Ordonez, Houston, TX; grandchildren Arianna “Papa Fat Cheese” Ordonez and Elijah “Peenut” Ordonez; brothers Robert Quiller, Thorton Bivens, Fredrick Quiller all of Houston, TX, Charles Bullard, Stafford, TX and Ryan Jackson (Danielle), Angleton, TX; sisters Beverly Quiller and Dorothea Quiller both of Houston, TX; mother-in-law, Eddie Lee Jones, Brazoria, TX; brother-in-laws Hallard Fields (Kennetha), Bay City, TX, Henry Fields, Clute, TX, Joice Tolbert (Vanessa), Freeport, TX, Arthur Tolbert (Brenetta), Cedar Lake, TX, and R.L. Jones, Brazoria, TX; sisters-in-laws, Shirley Thomas, Grace Jones (David), Delores Johnson (Bobby), Nancy Davidson (Troy), all of Brazoria, TX; uncles Sylvester Bullard (Liz), Texas City, TX and Jessie Helm, Houston, TX; aunts Dorothy Bullard, Freeport, TX, Joyce Moore, Brenham, TX, Inita Bullard, San Francisco, CA; Godchildren JaCoury and Rhionna Jackson, Jamaurion and Jordan Woodard; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers will be Ernest Bullard, Adam Troy Davidson, Mark Hall, Morton Lincoln, Don Randall, Sherwin Simple, Raymond Waddy and Tim West.

Honorary pallbearers will be Rodrick Allen, LeRoy Bryant, Taki Bell, Nicholas Fields. Marvin Ganious, Ryan Jackson, Dedrick Thompson and Men of Zion.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home at 979.798.9113.

Funeral Services for Marie Alnice Brown, 65, of Houston, Tx. will be Friday, April 9, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at Covenant Glen United Methodist Church, 401 Present in Missouri City with Pastor Robert Childress, officiating. Burial will follow at Mims Cemetery in Brazoria, Tx.
She died on Friday, April 2, 2010, at Kindred Hospital in Houston, Tx.
Marie Alnice Williams Brown was born on January 5, 1945 to the union of Hammie and Endia Williams, Sr. Marie was one of ten children.

Marie was a beautiful and smart young woman who graduated Summa Cum Laude from Charlie Brown High School in West Columbia, TX. She married Leo Brown and moved to Houston, Texas. She worked as a LVN nurse at Texas Children’s Hospital for 27 years being featured in several training videos for other student nurses.

Marie accepted Jesus Christ at an early age at Blue Run Baptist Church where she served with her family. She was an active member of Heavenly Star Baptist Church, where she served for a number of years as the Choir President and Mission Teacher. She later united with the Covenant Glen United Methodist Church family where she served on the Altar Guild until her illness prevented her from serving.

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

She leaves to cherish her memory: her sons, Jeffrey Brown (Rhovonda) and Jevon Roberson of Houston, TX; her daughter, Josaulyn Hoskins of Houston, TX; brother, Richard Lee Otis Williams (Renee) of Houston, TX; sisters, Endia Blade (James) of Houston, TX, Shirley Williams of West Columbia, TX, Myra Watson (Rev. Murray) of Freeport, TX, Lizzie Johnson of Brazoria, TX and Mary Dorsey of Dallas, TX; 5 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Marie, the matriarch of her family, will be deeply missed but not forgotten. She touched the lives of many people through her teaching of God’s word and her compassion. For her children, she gave the greatest gift that she could give. She presented to them, Jesus Christ.

Active Pallbearers will be , Jevon Roberson, Keenan Williams, Nathaniel Carthen, Kelvin Harrell, Andre Hall and Michael Byrd.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Richard Lee Otis Williams, James Blade, Murray Watson and Jeffrey Brown.

Visitation will be Thursday, April 8, 2010, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home, 2025 E. Mulberry, in Angleton. There will be viewing at Covenant Glen United Methodist Church from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 9, 2010.

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