James Marvin Burke, Sr.
E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
James Marvin Burke, Sr., 59, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2002 at Our Lady of Lourde Hospital in Lafayette, LA. Visitation will be held from 4- 7:00 p.m. on today at E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday May 3, 2002, at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Norris D. Burkley, Sr. officiating. Burial will follow at the Houston National Cemetery. James was born May 15, 1942, in Galveston, Texas to the union of Willie And Dorothy Clarke Burke. He attended public school in Chicago and Galveston and was a 1961 graduate of Central High School. He was a U.S. Navy veteran serving on the USS Papago and USS Shangril. He was formerly employed with Southwestern Bell and Todd Shipyard. He accepted Christ and was nurtured at an early age at the Mt. Olive B.C under the leadership of the late Rev. E.J. Johnson. He was preceded in death by his father; wife of youth,Yvonne Johnson Burke; brother, Harold Earl and sister, Sandra Jean. He leaves to cherish memories of his life, wife Mary Lou Burke of Crowley, LA; sons, Kirk Irwin (Holly), James Marvin, Jr. (Shannetta) and Fredrieck Dwayne Burke; daughter Frieda Renee Ray (Van) all of Houston; six grandchildren; mother Dorothy Burke of Galveston; brother, Phillip Burke Sr. (Doris) of Dallas,TX; sisters, Fredriecka Simpson (Rev. Louis, Jr.) and Virginia Alfred (Roger) of Galveston; one uncle; five aunts; a host of nieces, nephew, other relatives and friends. Floral and Memorials contributions may be sent to E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary, 3828 Avenue O, Galveston, Texas 77550. (409) 762-8470

Linda Jean Burton
Mainland Funeral Home
Visitation for Ms. Linda Jean Burton will begin at 3:00 PM Monday at the Mainland Funeral Home Chapel in LaMarque followed by a wake from 7 to 8 PM Monday evening. Funeral Services will be 1:00 PM Tuesday, April 2, 2002 at the Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church, 302 N. Oak in Texas City with Rev. D. N. Benford, Sr., officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster. Linda was born December 5, 1957 in Monroe, Louisiana to Ernest James Burton, Sr. and Velma L. Brooks Burton. She attended LaMarque public schools; was a member of Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in LaMarque; was a professional cook; and a resident of Houston. She departed this life Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at her home. She is preceded in death by her father, Ernest J. Burton, Sr. and sister, Easter DaCosta. She leaves to cherish her memories: her husband, Willie Williams of Houston; her mother, Velma L. Burton of LaMarque; sisters, Lillie (Moses) Butler, Margurite Martin both of Texas City and Georgie Williams of Dickinson; brothers, Ernest J. Burton, Jr. of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania and Sherman R. Burton of LaMarque; aunt, Rosie Mae Charles of LaMarque; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members and friends.

Pearce R. Butterfield
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
Pearce R. Butterfield, age 80, of Galveston, died Thursday, November 7, 2002 at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Graveside services are set for 10:00 am on Monday, November 11, 2002 at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston. Visitation will take place on Sunday from 5 to 8 pm at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Pearce was born July 8, 1922 in Brule, Nebraska to Ralph Butterfield and Margaret Pearce Butterfield. After serving 4 years in the Army, Pearce attended Lawrence Kansas University were he received a degree in Civil Engineering. Pearce worked as a Corrosion Engineer in the Petroleum Industry for many years. Preceded in death by his parents, survivors include his wife of 42 years, Dorothy Ashley Butterfield and a sister, Madge Johnson of Lincoln, Nebraska.

Donald Ray Callis
E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
Donald Ray Callis, 55, entered into eternal rest on Monday, August 26, 2002, at his residence. A service of praise and thanksgiving will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Gt. Macedonia Baptist Church, 401 3rd Ave. N, Texas City, Texas with Rev. Robert Maxey, officiating. Interment followed at Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster, Texas. Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m. with a wake held from 7-8:00 p.m. on Friday, August 30th, at E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary Donald was born on November 19, 1946, in Edna Texas to Eugene, Sr. and Anita Bryant Callis. Donald attended public school in Edna and was a graduate of Edna High School. He would later move to the Galveston area. He was employed with the City of Galveston Island Transit as a bus driver and a loving and devoted husband and father. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Yolanda Mitchell and 3 brothers. He is survived by his wife, Cecilia Callis of LaMarque; sons, Darrell Butler, Anthony Callis, Earnest Richardson, Roy Dixon and stepson, Kevin Smith; daughters, Tonya Callis, Lisa Anderson, Stephanie Anderson, Kiona Callis, Jasmine Fields and step daughter, DeShonna Smith; 22 grandchildren; devoted grandson, Xavier Faison; brothers, Johnny Ray Callis of Edna and Zack Callis (Sarah); sisters, Myrtle Robertson ( Australia) of Houston and Francis Robinson of Edna; devoted nephews, Michael Hines (Diane) of Lacy, WA and Lawrence Callis (Wanda ) of Galveston; devoted niece, Clarene Brown ( Alfred) of Texas City; all the employees of Island Transit; a host of other nieces, nephews relative and friends. Pallbearers will be James Gilbert, Earl Lacy, Boyce Morris, Smiley Crump, David Brown, Sr. Carl Harris. Floral and cards may be sent to E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary, 3828 Avenue O, Galveston, Texas 77550, (409) 762-8470.

Vernon Carl Canady, Sr.
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
Vernon Carl Canady, Sr., 75, died Tuesday, June 4, 2002 died at Brazosport Memorial Hospital in Lake Jackson. Arrangements are pending with Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.

Gertie M. Canales
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
Gertie M. Canales age 71 of Galveston died, Monday, October 14, 2002 at her residence in the presence of her family. Funeral services are set for 10:00 am Thursday, October 17, 2002 at St. Patrick Catholic Church with father John Bo officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 pm on Wednesday at the funeral home with a rosary to be recited at 6:30 pm. Born January 20, 1931 in Sherburn, Louisiana to Syrus Manuel and Elena LeBlanc Manuel, Gertie was a gracious lady who loved her family and friends and was loved by all who knew her. She was a homemaker devoting her life to the care of her family, always being available to lend a helping hand to her friends and family. She was known for her love of music, especially Cajun music and Latino music. Ms. Canales was a devoted Astros Fan and a lover of baseball in general; she practiced her faith as a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband Manuel Canales, Sr. and son Manuel Canales, Jr., survivors include daughters, Della M. Castro and husband Victor of Houston, Cecelia E. Canales of Galveston, and Cynthia Ann. Higgins and husband Michael of Katy; sons, Lariel J. Canales and wife Phyllis of Houston, Melvin S. Canales of Louisiana, and Rene Canales of Galveston; grandchildren, Cynthia Marie Salazar, Michael J. Canales, Victor A. Castro, III, Cynthia Lou Ann Carpenter, Nicholas J. Canales, Janet Lynn Luna, Melissa R. Canales, Michael J. Higgins, and Manuel J. Higgins, 14 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Lariel Canales, Melvin Canales, Rene Canales, Michael J. Canales, Victor Castro, Victor Castro, III, and Michael J. Higgins.

Roy Cantieri
Malloy and Sons Funeral Home
Roy Cantieri, 74, of Galveston, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2002, at UTMB Hospital. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM, Monday, April 1st, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Frank Fabj officiating. Burial will follow the service at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Roy's family will receive visitors after 5:00 PM, Sunday, March 31st, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. A Rosary will be held at 6:00 PM, led by Deacon John Pistone. Roy was born April 17, 1927, in Lucca, Italy. He moved to Galveston when he was 12. He graduated from Ball High School with the Class of 1943. Roy was a veteran of World War II with service in the U. S. Navy. He worked as a local businessman for over 50 years. Roy was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Roy will be sadly missed by his mother, Giorgia Cantieri, of Galveston; brother, Frank Cantieri, of Galveston; nephews: Michael Cantieri and wife, Peggy, and their sons, Frankie and Charlie, all of Austin, TX; niece, Cathy Cantieri and son, Derek Fischer; nephew, Bobby Cantieri, devoted friend, Sharon Criado; all of Galveston and numerous other relatives in Italy. Pallbearers will be Michael Cantieri, Bobby Cantieri, Bobby Rasmussen, Bill Foley, David Michael, and George Helmond.

Ida "Grandma Billie" Carlisle
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
Ida "Grandma Billie" Carlisle, age 92, died Tuesday May 21, 2002 at her residence in Galveston. Arrangements are pending with Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.

Lillian Josephine "Lillie" Carpenter
Hayes Funeral Home
Mrs. Lillian Josephine "Lillie" Carpenter passed from this life Thursday evening, November 21, 2002, in Nassau Bay. Born December 6, 1922 in Galveston, Mrs. Carpenter had been a resident of Santa Fe since 1960, previously of Galveston. She worked at the Galveston County Tax Office for 10 years, was a longtime member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church where she was active with the Women s Circle and a member of the Pink Ladies Auxiliary of Mainland Center Hospital. Lillie was a caring wife, mother and grandmother who liked baking and mosaics. Survivors include her husband, Arthur William Carpenter, Jr. of Santa Fe; son, Arthur W. Carpenter, III, and his wife, Janell of Santa Fe; daughter, Janice Armstrong of Austin; brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Naomi Russo of Longview; uncle, Albert Dibella and wife, Ethel of Galveston; cousins, Karen Hurt and Susan Hand, both of Henderson; grandchildren, Arthur W. Carpenter, IV, Crystal Carpenter, Keith, Andy and Erin Armstrong; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted 3:00 PM Monday, November 25, 2002, in the chapel of Hayes Funeral Home with Reverend Noy Pruitt officiating. Entombment will follow at Grace Memorial Park Cemetery. Casketbearers will be Andy Armstrong, Arthur Carpenter, IV, Tommy Anderson, Jack Elgin, Gerald Nordin and David Sullivan. Honorary Casketbearers will be the members of the Santa Fe Fire and Rescue. Friends may call from 5 - 8 PM Sunday at the funeral home, 10412 Highway 6, (409) 925-3501. Those who wish may make memorials in the form of donations to Aldersgate United Methodist Church, P.O. Drawer C, Santa Fe, Texas 77510. A special thanks to ICU Director, Dr. Mohammed Baba and the 3rd floor nursing staff of St. John s Hospital for the wonderful care and attention given to Mrs. Carpenter.

Elisa Rendon Carrasco
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
Elisa Rendon Carrasco age 65, born February 8, 1937 to Isaias Rendon and Leonila Martinez Rendon in Lampasas, Texas passed this life and went to meet our Heavenly Father, embraced by a circle of love surrounded by her beloved family and friends, at her home on the morning of May 11, 2002. Elisa was a faithful and beloved wife of CSM (RET) Richard Carrasco for forty-five tears. They were married on July 14, 1956 in San Marcos, Texas. This union was blessed with their three loves, Velda, Charles and Zelda. She leaves to mourn their loss, her husband, Richard Carrasco of Galveston; two daughters, Velda Carrasco Johnson of La Marque and Zelda Marie Carrasco and companion, Jose Lopez of Galveston; one son Charles Kenneth Carrasco and his wife Ana of Galveston; four brothers, Eliseo Rendon and wife Irma of Rosenberg, Isaias Rendon and wife Victoria of Lampasas, Richard Rendon of San Antonio, Refugio Padilla and wife Mary of Minnesota; five sisters, Eleanor Lopez of Lampasas, Ramona Navarrette and husband Fred of Georgetown, Lydia Padilla of San Marcos, Josie Padilla of Nacogdoches, Dolores Hernandez and husband Joe of La Porte; twelve grandchildren, Charles Rueben Carrasco and wife Megan, Jacqueline and Charles Marks, Jaime Villarreal, Elisa and Gary Botello, Estella Carrasco, Arlene Carrasco, Leonora Trevino, Pablo Trevino and wife Jenny, Lauren and Kyle Marks; three great-grandchildren, Gabriella and Eric Carrasco, and Trey Trevino. Special thanks to devoted friends, Ana, Annie and Mr. Nick Boleman and dedicated caregiver Maria (Lupita) Valdez. Elisa was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, animal lover and babysitter who nurtured and cared for numerous children, whose friendship extends to this day. She never met a stranger and had hundreds of friends. Her hand extended out to all who needed help. Nobody will ever forget her love and tender care she gave to her precious, furry and special loves in her life, Pierre and Priscilla. She was an avid bingo and slot machine player. Win or lose, she thoroughly enjoyed bingo nights and trips to the Coushatta Grand Casino, Louisiana. She loved to travel and her most memorable trip was her visit to Europe, where she had the opportunity to visit the Vatican. Elisa possessed a charming and witty personality, a great sense of humor, and her special aura made her a favorite among old and young members of her family and friends. No, there was never a dull moment when Licha was around and no one will ever fill this void that is now in our lives and forever in our hearts. A memorial service will be celebrated Monday, May 13, 2002 at 6:30 pm at Carnes brothers Funeral Home. Burial of ashes will be on Wednesday, May 15, 2002 in Lampasas, Texas. "Every person's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind, so do not seek to know for whom the bell tolls, It tolls for thee."

Donna Lee Carter
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
Donna Lee Carter age 62 of La Marque died Monday, December 2, 2002 at her residence. Born March 2, 1940 in Barada, Nebraska to Victor P. Rowell and Bernice Vice Rowell. Mrs. Carter was a resident of La Marque, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She was employed as a meat wrapper at Texas Super Foods retiring with over 15 years of service and was a lifetime member of the VFW post # 8248Ladies Auxiliary. Preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Marlen Rowell, a sister, Nelda Moore, and husband Robert Allen Carter, Sr. She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Nickie Wooley and wife Alice, Robert Wooley and wife Deana, Michael Wooley and wife Rita, D. Allen Carter and wife Wendy; daughters, Vickie Nallie and husband Patrick, and Marlene Schrull and husband Roger; grandchildren, Jason E. Wooley, Lacey, Jenna and Bailey Wooley, Michael Wooley, Jr., Heaven and Skye Wooley, Kristen, Maria and Darlene, Nathan, and Tyler Carter, Terry Bosworth, Jr., Donnette and Crystal Schrull; great grandson, John Roger Schrull Lopez; brothers, Wilbur Rowell and wife Roma, Gene Rowell, Delmar Rowell and wife Mary; sisters, Connie Rowell, and Catherine Michon all of Nebraska; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Sincere gratitude goes to Dr. David Nickeson and the staff, and Robert Kay and staff at the Sam s Club pharmacy, and Dr. Suzanne McClure and staff. Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society.

Hector Castilla
Malloy & Son Funeral Home
Hector Castilla, 64, of North Carrollton, Mississippi, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2002, at his residence. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday, June 19th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. Burial will follow the service at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Dickinson. The family will receive visitors from 7:00 until 9:00 PM, Tuesday, June 18th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. Hector is preceded in death by his mother, Rosa M. Castilla; sister, Yolanda Castilla; and brother, Edward "Tilo" Castilla. He is survived by his wife, Mary Acey Castilla; his father, Jesse Castilla, Sr.; his daughters, Elizabeth Castilla Bailey and husband, James; and Lisa Castilla; sons, S. Sgt. Brian Castilla; sister, Virginia Benevides; brothers, Jesse Castilla, Jr., Rene Castilla and wife, Nancy; Mike Castilla and wife, Jackie; three grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Venerando "Pasquale" Castorina
Malloy & Son Funeral Home
Venerando "Pasquale" Castorina, 79, of Galveston, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2002, at Specialty Hospital in Clear Lake. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM, Thursday, November 14th, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Frank Fabj as Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Calvary Catholic Mausoleum. The family will receive visitors after 5:00 PM, Wednesday, November 13th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. A rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, led by Deacon John Pistone. Pasquale was born February 24, 1923, in Acitrezza, Catania Sicily. He served in the United States Army with Company G, 334th Infantry Division during World War II. He was awarded the American Theater Campaign, the EAME Campaign with 3 Bronze Stars, the World War II Victory Medal, a Good Conduct Medal, and the Sharpshooter's Badge. Pasquale served as a captain of the shrimpboat "St. Anthony" and was a resident of Galveston for 68 years. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He is preceded in death by his wife, Josephine Grillo Castorina; and brothers, Alfio and Sam Castorino. Pasquale is survived by his daughters, Lucy D'Ambra Garza and husband, Joe Garza, Jr., of Galveston; Grace Spence of Galveston; Josephine Reyna and husband, David Reyna, III, of Hitchcock; son, Alfio A. Castorina of Galveston; sister, Angelina Fichera and husband Sam Fichera, of Galveston; grandchildren: Monica D'Ambra and fianc e, Ray Pena; Kristy Spence; Lisa Reyna and husband, Santiago Guerrero; David Reyna, IV; and Jake Reyna; great grandchildren: Kailey and Christian Guerrero and David Reyna, V. Pallbearers will be Joe Garza, Jr., Alfio A. Castorina, David Reyna, III, David Reyna, IV, Jake Reyna, Ray Pena, and Santiago Guerrero. Honorary pallbearers will be Sam Fichera, Joseph Grillo, and William May.

Irma de Hoyos Castro
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
Irma de Hoyos Castro age 75 of Galveston died Saturday, December 14, 2002 at her residence in the presence of family. Funeral Mass is set for 1:00 pm Monday, December 16, 2002 at Reina de la Paz Catholic Church with Father Serafin Sejudo officiating. Burial will be 10:00 am Tuesday at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home. Visitation was held from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Sunday, with a Rosary recited at 6:30 pm at the funeral home. Born February 13, 1927 in Morelos, Coahuila, Mexico, to Faustino de Hoyos and Aurora Valdez de Hoyos, Irma was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, who gave her life to the care of her family and her church. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Enrique Castro of Galveston, daughters, Elva Amanda of San Antonio, Irma Rodriguez of Galveston, Aurora Zulaica and husband Hilario of Eagle Pass, Graciela Molina and husband Arturo of Galveston; sons, Rolando Castro and wife Mireya of San Antonio, Enrique Castro and wife Adela of Friendswood, Jose Luis Castro and wife Ana of Galveston, Jose Ruben Castro and wife Rose of Dickinson, Jaime Castro and wife Rebecca of Galveston, and Francisco Eduardo Castro and wife Rowena of Pasadena; sisters, Nohemi de Hoyos of San Antonio, Isidra Rodriguez and husband Severiano of Luling, and Hidalia de Castro and husband Santiago of Piedras Negras, Mexico; brother, Hermilo de Hoyos of Monclova, Co., Mexico; 27 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Pallbearers are her sons, Rolando, Enrique, Jose Luis, Jose Ruben, Jaime, and Francisco Castro.

Josephine Isidora Cavazos
Malloy & Son Funeral Home
Josephine Isidora Cavazos, 87, formerly of Galveston, Texas, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2002, at her residence in San Antonio, Texas. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, November 7th, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Frank Fabj as Celebrant. Burial will follow the service at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive visitors after 5:00 PM, Wednesday, November 6th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. A rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, led by Deacon John Pistone. Josephine was born April 4, 1915, in Lockhart, Texas. She worked as a legal secretary. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Galveston, and after moving to San Antonio, she became a member of St. Matthew's Catholic Church. Josephine is preceded in death by her mother, Maria Luisa Cavazos; her father, Valente Cavazos; her sister, Anna Cavazos; and her brother, Ernest Cavazos. She is survived by her sister, Bertha Cavazos, of San Antonio; nephew, Paul Cavazos and wife, Sherrie, of San Antonio; and two nieces, Nancy Cavazos Ruhaak and husband, David, of San Antonio; and Carol Cavazos Hopkins, of Galveston; and numerous great nieces and great nephews. Pallbearers will be Mark Washburn, Robert Washburn, Chris Hopkins, Chip Kleinecke, Harry Abbott, and Louis Viaclorsky.

Benito R. Cervantes, Sr.
Broadway Funeral Home
A special memorial service in memory and honor of Mr. Benito R. Cervantes, Sr. will be held on Sunday, July 21, from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Broadway Funeral Home, 5800 Broadway in Galveston. Mr. Cervantes was tragically taken away from his beloved family and love ones on July 11, 2002 during a fatal auto/pedestrian mishap in Weslaco, Texas. A special telephone number, (800) 423-6486 has been established in the Rio Grande Valley with hopes that the witnesses of the accident will come forward.

Josephine Chuoke
Emken-Linton Funeral Home
Josephine Chuoke, 99, of Texas City, Texas, died Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at Danforth Gardens. A Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 25, at St. Mary s Catholic Church in Texas City with Father Thomas Ponzini and Father Serge Veselinovich of St. Constantine and Helen Serbian Orthodox Church in Galveston officiating. Burial will follow at the Serbian Orthodox Cemetery in Galveston. Visitation will be 4 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Emken-Linton Funeral Home with a Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Chuoke was born January 13, 1903 on the Island of Elba, Italy to Mary and Joseph Retalie. She was a member of St. Mary s Catholic Church in Texas City. She is preceded in death by her husband Mitchell Chuoke, brothers Johnny, Robert, Anthony and Chris Chuoke and grandchild Patti Kay Pulich. Survivors include her son Mitchell Chuoke and wife Helen; daughters Marie Skarke and Patti Pulich and husband, Ted; grandchildren: Cathy Fitch and husband J.B., Gary Skarke and wife Eugenia, Mitchell Chuoke and wife Connie, David Skarke, Debbie Moninghoff and husband Edward, Victor Pulich and Joseph Chuoke and wife Ellen; 13 great-grandchildren; one niece and three nephews. Pallbearers will be her grandsons: Gary Skarke, Mitchell Chuoke, Jr., David Skarke, Victor Pulich, Joseph Chuoke, J. B. Fitch and Edward Moninghoff. The family would like to thank the staff at Danforth Gardens and A-Med Hospice Team. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to St. Mary s Catholic Church or a favorite charity.

Mary Lee Chuoke
Malloy & Son Funeral Home
Mary Lee Chuoke, 92, a lifelong resident of Galveston, passed away Friday, January 25, 2002 after a brief illness. Funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Monday, January 28th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home in Galveston with Pastor Rick Carpenter officiating. Private family burial will be held Tuesday, January 29th, at Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster. The family will receive visitors from 4:00 until 7:00 PM, Sunday, January 27th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. Born November 26, 1909, to Mary and Vincent Ranieri, in Galveston, Mary Lee was introduced by family members to one of her distant relatives, Robert Chris Chuoke, Sr., whom she married in 1928. Bob Chuoke, founder of Galveston's Sunday Morning Coffee Club and former City Water Commissioner, was owner and operator of Chuoke's Plumbing until his death in 1979 at the age of 73. Bob and Mary Lee had one son, Robert Chris Chuoke, Jr. Mary Lee was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Galveston, where she taught Sunday school for many years. An accomplished woman of many interests, she belonged to the Garden Club and was also an extraordinarily talented cook and baker, decorator, and above all, a passionate lover of animals. Granny lived on her own and prepared beautiful holiday meals for her family until the age of 91. She will be deeply missed by all of her family. Mary Lee is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Chris Chuoke, Sr.; her brothers, Albert and Harry Ranieri; and her daughter-in-law, Henriette Chuoke. She is survived by her devoted son, Robert Chris Chuoke, Jr., of Clear Lake; her sister, Marguerite Ranieri, of Galveston; her brother, Rudy Ranieri and wife, Velta, of Galveston; three grandchildren: Robert Chris Chuoke, III and wife, Candy, of League City; Diane Lee Chuoke, of Houston; and David Lee Chuoke and wife, Ronda, of Houston; two great grandchildren: David Henry Chuoke of Houston; and Robert Chris Chuoke, IV, of League City; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mary Lee's honor to the Bay Area S. P. C. A., P. O. Box 638, Kemah, Texas 77565.

Maxine Claiborne
E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary
Maxine Claiborne, 73, passed away on Thursday, January 3, 2002 at the U.T.M.B. Hospital. Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m. with a wake from 7-8:00 p.m. at E. R. Johnson Family Mortuary on Friday January 11th. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday January 12th at Gt. Mt. Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. James Harris, Jr., officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Cemetery. Mrs. Claiborne was born July 2 1928, in Galveston, Texas. She was a retired medical clerk from U.T.M.B and a faithful member of Mt. Calvary until her health failed. She leaves with cherish memories her nephew, Charles Claiborne (Gloria) of Houston; great nieces, Zoe and Chloe Claiborne; devoted cousins, Freddie Lenox and Leona Forney both of Lufkin, Texas; caregiver, Debra Pouncy; host of other relatives and friends. Floral and Memorials contributions may be sent to E.R. Johnson Family Mortuary, 3828 Avenue O, Galveston, Texas 77550. (409) 762-8470

Dora Lee "Sue" Clark
Hayes Funeral Home
Mrs. Dora Lee "Sue" Clark passed from this life Monday evening, March 4, 2002, at her home. Born March 9, 1936 in Fort Smith, Arkansas, Mrs. Clark had been a resident of Santa Fe for 33 years, previously of Galveston. She was a loving and dedicated housewife and mother who cared deeply for her family and enjoyed sewing and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Wilson "Bob" Clark; father, Russell Bullet Stewart and son, Richard A. "Dick" Clark. Survivors include her children and their spouses, Robert James and Patricia Clark of Dayton, Tommy John and Carol Currier of Santa Fe, Carl James Currier, Jr., of Houston, Russell Gordon Currier of Baton Rouge, LA, Timothy Lee and Connie Clark of Haverhill, MA, Mark Wayne and Vicki Clark of Lincoln, NE, Rebecca Sue and Michael Smith of Waco, Linda Lee and Jay Noto of Santa Fe, Ruth Ellen Yost of Leoti, KS, Kathleen Anne Skibbe of Lenexa, KS and Janelle Diane and Martin Sword of Phoenix AR; mother, Mildred Stewart of Santa Fe, brother, Billy Frank Stewart of Everette, WA; 22 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. In accordance with Mrs. Clark's wishes, a private cremation will be conducted under the direction of Hayes Funeral Home. Those who wish may make memorials in the form of donations to Hospice Care Team, Inc., 1708 Amburn, Suite C, Texas City, Texas 77591-2436.

Randy Glen Click
Carnes Brothers Funeral Home
Randy Glen Click age 38 of Galveston, formerly of Waco, died Saturday, June 1, 2002 in Galveston. Funeral services are set for 4:00 pm on Wednesday, June 5, 2002 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home with the Reverend Robert Dowdy officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2002 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Born July 13, 1963 in Phoenix, Arizona to James H. Click and Barbara L. Bingham Click, Randy was a carpenter by trade. Survivors include his parents, Barbara and Jim Click of Galveston; two brothers, Steven H. Click of Temple and Andy R. Click and wife Lucy of Galveston; a nephew, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.

Irene Climer
Hayes Brothers Funeral Home
Mrs. Irene Climer passed from this life Thursday morning, October 17, 2002, in Galveston, Texas. Born December 12, 1912 in Thornton, Texas, Mrs. Climer had been a resident of Santa Fe for seven years, previously a longtime resident of Texas City. She was a member of Westhaven Church of Christ in Texas City and was a devoted mother who enjoyed gardening and fishing. Preceded in death by her husband, Louie, survivors include her son and his wife, Dale and Gloria Climer of Fulshear, TX; daughter, Gloria Browning of Santa Fe; grandchildren, Terri Bowden, Kathy Broussard, Deborah Meyer, Delee Climer, Randy and Jeff Wilson; nine great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 PM Saturday, October 19, 2002, at Hayes Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held 1:00 PM Monday at Faulkenberry Cemetery in Groesbeck, Texas. The family will receive friends after 6:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, 10412 Highway 6, (409) 925-3501. Those who wish may make memorials in the form of donations to Westhaven Church of Christ, P.O. Box 3128, Texas City, TX 77590 or the charity of your choice.

Frank Eugene Coffman
Malloy & Son Funeral Home
Frank Eugene Coffman, 88, of Galveston, passed away Monday, November 11, 2002, at Clear Lake Hospital. Funeral service will be at 12:00 Noon, Thursday, November 14th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home with Deacon John Pistone officiating. Burial will follow the service at Galveston Memorial Park in Hitchcock. The family will receive visitors after 5:00 PM, Wednesday, November 13th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. Frank was born September 6, 1914, in Buffalo, Missouri. He served as a Captain in the U. S. Army during World War II. He worked in sales for the foodservice industry, working for Continental Coffee and Monarch Foods. Frank was a member of the National Rifle Association and an avid collector of many things. He had many hobbies, including beekeeping, photography and woodworking. Frank was also an avid horticulturist and a lover of model railroads. Frank was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Coffman; brother, Fred B. Coffman, and sister, Mary Nell Coffman. He is survived by his daughter, Kathy Magliolo and husband, Alfred, of Houston; son, Steve Coffman and wife, Judy, of Houston; grandchildren: Michael, Angela, and Anne Magliolo; Heather Lou Coffman; and Cherilyn Eudy and husband Hampton; special friend, Ruby Scher of Galveston; and numerous other relatives and friends.