Obituaries

Obituaries

Eric L. Gooch

Eric L. Gooch

Jan 4, 2026

Eric Lee Gooch was born on February 23, 1961 in Mount Vernon, Ohio. He attended Northridge High School in 1979, and upon graduation made the honorable decision to serve his country by joining the United States Navy. Eric proudly and honorably served for 20 years before retiring from military service.

Following his Navy career, Eric continued to...

Matthew Yoder

Matthew Yoder

Jan 2, 2026

Matthew Daniel Yoder, 44, of Atascocita, Texas, passed away on January 2, 2026. Born on July 17, 1981, Matthew was known for his vibrant personality and generous spirit. He was the life of the party and had an unwavering love for football, particularly the Texans.

Matthew attended Antwerp International School and LaPorte High School. He furthered his...

Bertha Tomotaki

Bertha Tomotaki

Jan 1, 2026

Celebrating the life of Bertha Tomotaki.

Born on June 28, 1941, in Lima, Peru, where she lived until 1974. Her parents were Maria Rosa and Juan Toyofuku. She was the 2nd of 4 children.

She lived in Lince, Paramonga, Cartavio, Lima (all the cities in Peru); Mexico City, Mexico, and Ribeirão Preto, Brazil. In the...

Dotsy Mae Joseph

Dotsy Mae Joseph

Dec 31, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the departure of our beloved Dotsy Mae Joseph of Cleveland, Texas. Dotsy was born on January 2, 1953, in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana. She dedicated her professional career to the medical field, tirelessly serving her community with compassion, kindness, and empathy.

Dotsy is survived by her daughter, Jasmine...

Mary Kathryn Capra

Mary Kathryn Capra

Dec 27, 2025

Mary Kathryn Capra, 78, passed away peacefully in Houston, Texas on December 27, 2025, surrounded by love and laughter. 'Kathy' to many, 'mom' to six, 'sister' to fourteen, and 'Nina' to dozens of lucky grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and badass to all, she leaves behind a legacy of unconditional love and hope in the face of great uncertainty and tribulation....

Clinton Blair White

Clinton Blair White

Dec 26, 2025

With heavy hearts and loving memories, we announce the passing of Clinton Blair White, a devoted servant of the Lord, loving husband, father, and grandfather. Born on December 28, 1947, in Houston, Texas, Clinton departed this earthly life to be with his Lord and Savior on December 26, 2025. He lived a life full of faith, love, and generosity,...

Bethany Faith Jones

Bethany Faith Jones

Dec 23, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Bethany Faith Jones

Born on June 10, 1986 in Houston, Texas to Cynthia Doniger and soon loved by her father Craig van der Smissen, "Bethy" as she was known to her family and friends, spent her childhood in Friendswood and the Clear Lake area. As a child she enjoyed attending peppermint...

Betty Jean Clem

Betty Jean Clem

Dec 16, 2025

Betty Jean Koons Clem, age 97, passed away on December 16, 2025. Born at home in Gage, Oklahoma to Charles and Eliza Gibson Koons on April 4, 1928, she was the youngest of 6 children. On May 23, 1946 she eloped with the love of her life, Calvin Clem. Shortly afterwards, they moved to Seattle but returned to Oklahoma...

Deborah Lynn Dominy

Deborah Lynn Dominy

Dec 13, 2025

Debbie Dominy passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, following a courageous three year battle with pancreatic cancer. She faced her illness with remarkable strength, grace, and determination, choosing to fight for as long as she was able to enjoy life's good days.

To know Debbie was to know pure love, without hesitation and without condition. She...

Larry  Moody

Larry Moody

Dec 10, 2025

Larry James Moody, known lovingly as Larry, was born on November 9, 1949, in Nashville, TN, and passed away on December 10, 2025. A man of noble character, Larry was a beacon of strength, courage, and love, whose influence will continue to be felt by all those who had the privilege of knowing him. In the words of Isaiah...

Bradley Dean Clark

Bradley Dean Clark

Dec 9, 2025

Bradley Dean Clark, a gifted artist, beloved teacher, and radiant presence in the lives of so many, passed away on December 9, 2025, at a hospital in Kingwood, TX from complications of advanced liver disease. He was 55 years old.

Born on November 25, 1970, in Texas City, TX, Bradley carried with him a rare blend of...

Lourdes Sarate Yanez

Lourdes Sarate Yanez

Nov 29, 2025

In Loving Remembrance and Celebration of Lourdes Yanez

September 27, 1951 – November 29, 2025

Lourdes "Lee" Guillermina Sarate Yanez, 74, passed away peacefully at her home in Houston, Texas, on November 29, 2025. She was an amazing mother, an incredible Grammy, a loving sister, and a caring friend. She faced...

Brian John Krauss

Brian John Krauss

Nov 26, 2025

Friends remember Brian as a generous host, daring traveler, excellent mechanic, always busy, motorcycle fanatic, excellent conversationalist, and so much more. Many remember long conversations with Brian over the phone, on his back deck, or with him on one of his many adventures.

Brian was hilarious, even when he didn't mean to be, opinionated, and carried around...

Zelie Tourais

Zelie Tourais

Nov 19, 2025

Josephine Zelie Calvocoressi Tourais, of Kingwood, TX, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, at age 84.

In her lifetime, Zelie was defined by her compassion and her devotion to volunteering. She was a proud graduate of the Kingswood Oxford School in Connecticut, serving as the class secretary her entire life. After high school, Zelie received a...

Charles  Wayne  Edwards

Charles Wayne Edwards

Nov 7, 2025

Charles Wayne Edwards passed away on November 7, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born on October 26, 1940, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, USA to the late Hershel and Evya Edwards, who will welcome him in the next life. He was the 5th of 7 children.

Charles was a loving, reliable, ambitious, and dedicated individual...

Gary  Wayne Marett, Sr.

Gary Wayne Marett, Sr.

Nov 7, 2025

Gary Wayne Marett was born on January 4, 1959 in Houston, Texas, to parents Sammy Marett and Beverly Branan Marett. He passed away in Livvingston, Texas, on November 7, 2025.

Mary  Louise Story

Mary Louise Story

Nov 4, 2025

Born September 7, 1942 in Houston

Died November 4, 2025 in Conroe

Mary is preceded in death by her parents Louis and Mary Fruia.

Her husband of 52 years James Story and son Michael Joseph Story.

Mary is survived by her...

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