Recent Obituaries
Milton David Hilton, Jr.
Jun 4, 2025
Milton David Hilton, Jr., lovingly known as David Hilton to his family and friends, passed away peacefully at his home in Livingston, Texas, on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the age of 84.
Born on January 30, 1941, in Brushy Creek, Texas, David lived a life devoted to service, faith, and family. He spent the majority of his professional life as...
Herbert George Frankovich, Jr.
Jun 2, 2025
Herbert George Frankovich Jr., known to many as "Sonny" and affectionately called "Herbie Honey" by his late wife, Evelyn Francis Pehnke, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, in Texas City from pulmonary fibrosis, with his children by his side. He was 80 years old.
A lifelong Texan, Herb was born in Galveston on July 29, 1944. He graduated from Ball...
John and Alice Falk
May 26, 2025
John Falk, Jr. passed away November 6, 2020, in Texas City, his loving wife, Alice Elizabeth Falk passed away May 26, 2025 also in Texas City.
Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life honoring both John and Alice on June 6, 2025 at Emken-Linton Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., with a service...
Marguerite Joyce Vasek Vanderford
May 23, 2025
With a heart both heavy and grateful, we remember the life of Marguerite Joyce Vasek Vanderford—beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend—who passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2025, at the age of 90. She was born on October 26, 1934, in the small Texas community of Zabcikville, Marguerite was the daughter of Joe Vasek and Albina Krahulik, who...
Carl Dwayne Homan
May 22, 2025
Carl Dwayne Homan, 55, of Houston, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at his residence. In his 55 years with us, he lived with not only a full heart, but an unshakable faith in God.
He was the proud father of Cassidy, Shannon, Rae’-Ann and Cody, and a loving “Pawpaw” to Ayden, Adam, Braiden, Corbin and Destiny.
Dwayne had a passion...
Frank Dillman
May 21, 2025
Frank Dillman, 100, of Texas City, Texas, passed away on May 21, 2025, at his place of residence. Frank was born on July 19, 1924, in Elk City, Kansas to parents, Richard and Hilda Dillman.
The family will welcome friends and loved ones from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., Monday, June 2, 2025, at Emken-Linton Funeral Home in Texas City. Funeral Services...
James Richard Claywell, CPA, CVA
May 18, 2025
James Richard Claywell, CPA, CVA passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Richard was born June 30, 1949 in Moberly Missouri to parents James Edward Claywell and Dorothy Agnus (Curry) Claywell. He is preceded in death by his son Ritchie Claywell, his parents, and his brother, Randy Claywell, Survivors include his wife Ethel Anna Claywell, his beloved dog Cody, his...
Suzanna Martinez-Miller
May 13, 2025
Suzanna Martinez Miller, age 59 of Alvin, Texas passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025. Suzan was a devoted wife, proud aunt, loving daughter and cherished friend to many.
Suzan or Aunt Teevee as she was lovingly called was born in Galveston, TX. She was a 1984 graduate of Texas City High School and Galveston College. She was an Operation Supervisor...
Jo Ann McCann
May 4, 2025
Jo Ann McCann, 90, of Texas City, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025. She was born on January 6, 1935, in Port Arthur, Texas to the Geraldine (Taylor) Rourke and R.B. Rourke.
Jo Ann is preceded in death by her parents and husband of 52 years, Everett McCann.
She was member of First Baptist Church and served as a...
Mary Alice Tarpey
May 2, 2025
Mary Alice Tarpey, 58, of Clear Lake City, Texas passed away May 2, 2025 at her home.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Texas City, Texas located at 1604 9th Ave North. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock, Texas. Visitation will be held prior to...
James Roy "Jim" Deslatte
Apr 27, 2025
James Roy "Jim" Deslatte, 91, of Texas City, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025, in Texas City.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, May 4th, 2025, at St. George's Episcopal Church in Texas City, the Rev. David Dearman officiating. Burial will be at Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery on Monday, May 5th, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. Visitation will be from...
Betty Bess Jacobson
Apr 26, 2025
Elizabeth Frances Bess Jacobson, 93, died peacefully at home in La Marque, Texas, on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Betty -- as she was called by everyone but God and the government, she liked to say -- was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma, on April 10, 1932, to Richard George Bess and Frances Terrell Bess. After moving to Houston at the age...
John E. “Jack” Cooper
Apr 25, 2025
John E. “Jack” Cooper 87, passed away on April 25, 2025, at home. Jack was born November 22, 1937, in Houston, TX, and grew up in the West End attending George Washington Junior High School. In 1952 he moved with his family to Texas City, where he graduated from Texas City High School in 1956. He graduated from The Agriculture...
Patricia "Trish" Gibbins
Apr 24, 2025
Patricia “Trish” Kirschner Gibbins, age 72, of Texas City, Texas, passed away on April 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Trish was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother and great-grandmother, and a cherished friend to many.
She was born on July 25, 1952, in Texas City, and Trish lived a life rooted in family, faith, and service....
Ivy Rose (Austin) Brown
Apr 23, 2025
Ivy Rose (Austin) Brown, 66, of Hitchcock, Texas passed away on April 23, 2025, at HCA in Texas City, Texas.
Her homegoing service will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Austin Temple Church of God in Christ 6713 Backstrom Street, Hitchcock, Texas. Burial will follow at Babours Memorial Cemetery on Jackson Rd in Hitchcock, Tx. Visitation will be...
Brenda Renee Easley
Apr 21, 2025
Brenda Renee Easley, 73, of Santa Fe, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025, at home, surrounded by her loving and caring family. Her life was a beacon of warmth and kindness, forever illuminating the hearts of those fortunate enough to know her.
Born on April 2, 1952, in Pasadena, Texas, Brenda was a devoted housewife whose love knew no...
Maria Chin Mack
Apr 21, 2025
Maria Mack, 96, of Texas City, passed away on April 21, 2025 at her residence in Texas City, Texas.
Visitation and funeral services will be held at Our Lady of Queen of Peace Catholic Church in La Marque, TX on April 29, 2025. Visitation will be 9:00 – 10:00 a.m., followed by the Holy Rosary at 10:00 a.m., and the funeral...
Mozelle Pokluda Lubojasky
Apr 21, 2025
Mozelle Pokluda Lubojasky passed away on April 21, 2025, just 3 months away from her ninety-second birthday. Mozelle Pokluda Lubojasky was born on July 4, 1933, in El Campo, Texas, the youngest of three children to Edward and Catherine Pokluda.
Mozelle attended school in Texas City, graduating in 1952. Upon graduating, she went on to Blinn Jr. College to receive her...
Roger Edward Sinclair
Apr 19, 2025
Roger Edward Sinclair of Baytown, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 19th, 2025, at Methodist Hospital. He was 74 years old.
Roger lived a life of integrity, adventure, and deep love for those around him. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, embodying the values of honor, courage, and commitment throughout his life. A man of many passions,...
Angelina Moreno Ouellet
Apr 17, 2025
Angelina Moreno Ouellet, 90, of Dickinson, TX, with her loving family surrounding her, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 17, 2025, in Houston, TX.
Born on July 27, 1934, in Tyler, TX, Angelina was the beloved daughter of Joe and Concepcion Moreno. Her life was a remarkable journey—one that held hardship, transformation, and, above all, love....
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