Josephine Meza, 95, of Alvin went home to her Lord and Savior on March 19, 2019. Josephine began her beautiful life journey on November 4, 1923 in Alvin when she was born to Jose and Magdalena (Caldero) Meza.  Josephine, having never married or having children of her own, became a “Second Mom” to many. One of her favorite things to do was to spoil the children that were in her life. She baby sat for many over her years and she also worked in the nursery at South Park Baptist...

 David Wayne Vincent, 79, of Dickinson, Texas, went home to his heavenly Father on Sunday, March 17, 2019. David Vincent was born on Dec. 1, 1939, in Concord, Illinois, to John W. and Mary E. (Peterson) Vincent. David graduated in 1958 from Chapin High School in Chapin, Illinois, and joined the U.S. Army following graduation. He served from 1958 to 1961 in the 82nd Airborne Division of Fort Bragg, North Carolina. David married his high school sweetheart, Z. Yvonne Johnson, on June...

  Austin Wilburn, age 32, of Manvel, Texas, passed away on March 14, 2019. He was born on June 20, 1986 in Pasadena, to parents Mark and Kathy (Hancock) Wilburn. Austin graduated cum-laud from Alvin Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Drafting.  He went on to study Industrial Design at the University of Houston. He was a member of the Murphy Road church of Christ in Missouri City. Austin had incredible knowledge of cars – makes, models, and their...

Johnny Benjamin Stokes Jr., 34, of Alvin passed away on March 6, 2019. Johnny began his journey on this earth on May 19, 1984 in Galveston when he was born to Johnny and Regina (Mills) Stokes. The family lived in Alvin and this continued to be his home for his lifetime. Johnny’s favorite things to do were fishing and playing video games. Johnny was preceded in death by his father, Johnny Stokes, Sr. and his grandparents, James and Annie Stokes. Left to remember him include his mother:...

Maria Ramirez, age 65, of Alvin went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 8, 2019. She was born on December 12, 1953 in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. She was of the Catholic faith. Maria married the love of her life Francisco Ramirez on February 11, 1975 in Mexico. They later moved to Texas and eventually made their home in Alvin and raised their family here. Maria enjoyed cooking for her family, gardening and being outdoors. She loved to laugh and was always in good spirits. Overall she...

Tommy Gardner, 70, of Alvin passed away on March 13, 2019 at home with family by his side. Tommy began his life journey on December 5, 1948 in Columbus, Mississippi where he was born to Jack and Edna (Guice) Gardner. He has lived most of his lifetime in Alvin. He and his cousin Wayne Guice grew up together and were like brothers.  Where you found one of them, you would find the other.  They had great times being outdoors and hunting and fishing.  Tommy also enjoyed sitting...

Edward Blysard III, 60, of Houston passed away on March 6, 2019. He was born on December 31, 1958 in Paradise, California to parents, Fred and Emily (Beavens) Blysard. Ed married the love of his life, Aimee Dolney on January 12, 1989 in Houston. He worked for the Port Terminal Railroad. Ed had a passion for trains, he was a member of Trains Forum and had several stories that were published in Trains Magazine. Those that preceded Ed in death are his parents, Fred and Emily Blysard and his...

Fred Lee Herman, 68, of Alvin passed away on March 2, 2019. He was born on September 19, 1950 in Cary, Mississippi to parents, Fred and Dorothy (Ritter) Herman. Fred married the love of his life, Christine Nance on November 14, 1987. He was known as Buster to everyone that he met. He worked as a hydraulic specialist. His knowledge and expertise of the hydraulic system enabled him to travel worldwide to teach to both the government officials and large companies. He had a passion for...

Donald Huddler, age 70, of Manvel passed away on March 8, 2019. He was born on November 11, 1948 in Beeville, Texas to parents, Leo Huddler and Mattie (Reader) Huddler. Donald married his soul mate Christina Hunter on October 8, 2017 at their home in Manvel. He retired from Galveston County. Donald had a love for fishing and being out on the water. He enjoyed to pass time doing woodworking, building things and working outdoors. Those that preceded Donald in death are his parents, Leo and...

Susan Ann (Boisture) Thompson of Rosharon, Texas passed away on March 3, 2019. Susan began her life journey on October 22, 1954 in Starkville, Mississippi when she was born to Thomas and Dolores (Kenney) Boisture.  She married James Thompson on June 26, 1982. They moved from Tulsa, Oklahoma to Texas on January 1, 1986. Susan loved the art of quilting and one of her favorite things about quilting was the excitement of fabric shopping. She also loved to be outdoors and enjoyed camping....