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 Arnold Ivy Baker of Humble, TX went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2009 at the age of 78. Arnold retired from the Houston Fire Department after 25 years of service. He was a member of Founders Baptist Church of Spring, TX. He was also a member of North Houston Morning Lodge No. 1360 A.F.&A.M. & Melrose Commandery 109, K.T. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Martha "Vivian" Baker; son, Dennis Baker; daughter, Sharon Meleski & husband Melvin; grandsons: Eric Meleski & wife Kandis and Scott Meleski; twin brother, Don Baker; sister, Corrine McDade; brother George Baker; three great grandchildren along with many nieces, nephews, loved ones and friends. Visitation will be from 5-8PM on Wednesday, April 8, 2009. Funeral service will be held at 10AM on Thursday, April 9, 2009. Both services will be held at Brookside Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Brookside Memorial Park.
                                                                                                                                  
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James Robert Baker, born March 11, 1921, died July 2, 2006. Retired from Houston Fire Department. Survivors: wife, Vannie Baker, Houston, Tx; children: Michael Dean Baker; James Wesley Baker and wife, Jeannie, St. Paul, Minn.; Richard Lynn Baker and wife, Mary, Minn; Sharon Rentz and husband, Lee of Alamogordo, New Mexico; Kathleen Eckert and husband, Robert, Texas. Many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 3pm at 949 Fisher, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.

 

Edgar Brown Barfield   (Born 3-22-1928) 1953 - 1984  (Died 6-15-2005)
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Ray Henry Barr, 74, of Kemah went to be with his Lord Wednesday, July 6, 2011. He was born February 14, 1937 in Bellville, TX to Herbert and Faye Barr. Ray is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Virginia Barr; Children, Ray Barr Jr., Ernest Barr and wife Trudee, Linda Hoffman and Johnny Parrish, Ron Pruett and wife Belinda, Candace Scherer and husband Rob; 2 brothers, Leo Barr and wife Billie, David Barr and wife Margie; sister, Faybelle McCarty; 4 grandchildren, Jennifer Ayers, Jerimiah Burley, Jody Thomas, Kahla Pruett, 3 great-grandchildren, Carlene, Molly, and Emma; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. The family would like to extend a heart felt thank you to Aida Tinney for all her love and care she gave to Ray and his family with his stay at Meadow Glenn PCH. Visitation will be Friday, July 8, 2011 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Brookside Funeral Home at the Chapel of Chimes. A celebration of life will be 2:30 pm Saturday, July 9, 2011 at Brookside Funeral Home Chapel of Chimes. Interment will follow at Brookside Memorial Park.

 

 

Houston Post-Dispatch:
Wednesday Morning July 06, 1927
 VETERAN CITY FIREMAN DEAD AFTER CAR CRASH

Riney Beecher

 Never in 19 years of driving and riding fire wagons and trucks did Riney Beecher, 46, 1911 St. Emanuel, have an accident during a run.  Yet when he died Tuesday, it was as a result of injuries in a motor accident the day before when he was pinioned beneath a gravel truck he had been piloting to the ball game.  A gravel truck! Old-timers in the department talked over in sorrow his death Tuesday, and hearing them you got the impression that Riney symbolized, in a way, that romantic chapter in the life of the city that was the horse-drawn fire wagon. For Riney Beecher used to drive those plunging steeds with consummate skill through the crowded streets as they raced with an almost human eagerness for the danger point, the heavy wagon careening wildly behind them.  Those were the days when small boys lined the sidewalks to watch the fearsome columns pass and vow that nothing but the life of a fireman would ever satisfy them when they grew up. And Riney loved his horses.  Chief C. J. Ollre said he always cared for them as he would have liked to be cared for had be been in their places.

                                    UNDERSTOOD HORSES

And they understood him, those horses.  They always gave their best for him.  That is perhaps one of the reasons why Riney had the name in the department of always being on the spot at the right time, which was no easy thing to do when there was only one paved street in the third ward, Crawford, and when it was no uncommon thing to have to jack up the wagons to get them out of the mud. It required team work between men and horses. The old steamer, belching its thick black smoke and showers of sparks, was Riney's charge.  It was perhaps not as dangerous to manage as some of the other apparatus, because it was stationed near the plugs, and usually some distance from the fire, but it was of vital importance.  Without it the pressure necessary to reach high or seemingly inaccessible places with the drenching streams would have been impossible.  It needed a sure man, and Riney was that.  He never missed being on the job. And Chief Ollre says he was one of the most careful men he has ever had on his force.  He piloted his horses always with remarkable skill and never had an accident.  When changing conditions necessitated their giving way to motored cars, Riney was somewhat at a loss for a while, but he learned how to drive, the big engine several years ago and always handled it with the same efficient prudence which had characterized him with the horses. It is for that reason all the more of a shock to the chief and his many friends in the department that he should have come to his death by an accident.  Riney was on his way to West End park in a truck with four friends to see the baseball game between Houston and Beaumont.  He was driving.  Suddenly a car shot out from behind a truck in front of them.  Riney whirled to avoid it, the wheels of the truck buried themselves in a gravel pile and the machine overturned, pinning the fireman beneath it.  He was rushed to St. Joseph's in a Fogle-West ambulance and some hope was held out for his recovery, but his injuries proved too serious. His connection with the department began on December 01, 1908, when he enlisted as a pipeman at station No. 10.  He was later shifted to No. 8 as stoker on its steamer and shortly thereafter was promoted to engineer on pumper No. 4.

 SON ESCAPED

It was in 1923 that he was made chauffeur on a pumper at No. 4, the position he held at the time of his death. Among those with Riney at the time of the accident, all of whom escaped injury was his 18-year-old son, Jack.  Beside the boy, he is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie O. Beecher; his mother, Mrs. Annie Beecher; another son, Riney Jr., and a brother, Paul, of St. Louis.

Funeral services at 4 p.m. Wednesday will be held from the home.  Rev. F. M. Johnson and Rev. T. J. Windham will conduct them.  Interment will take place in the Evergreen cemetery with Wall & Stabe directing.  Members of the fire department will attend the final rites for their comrade in a body.

Pallbearers will be Chief F. C. Seibert, district No. 8; Captain J. D. Fritsche, station No. 1; Captain Pat Daly, station No. 19; Captain D. W. Heath, station No. 17; Captain D. C. King, station No. 7, and Henry Levy, Station No. 9.


 

Michael Allen Benson born December 28, 1955 passed away July 19th 2009, he was a retired Houston fire fighter who loved his work helping others. He is survived by 3 daughters Michelle Waltmon / Cristina Cannon / Tara Loreno a wife Lisa Benson and 2 grandsons Justin Waltmon / Zachary Waltmon. After retirement he still wanted to serve the public becoming a wrecker driver for Bosone Automotive in Seabrook Texas, many of the customers always commented on how lucky they were to be rescued by a smiling face in a time of need day or night. Not only his family will miss him but many people who's lives he touched. He might be gone from this life moving to the next chapter but he will surly never be forgotten.

 

 Richard Eugene Birdwell, Sr., 79, of Huffman, TX, died Monday, January 25, 2010.He was born to the late John W. and Garnett Birdwell, February 20, 1930, in Newark, OH and grew up in So. Pittsburgh, TN. He moved to Houston at the age of 12 and attended San Jacinto High School. After serving four years in the United States Navy, he married F. Justine Dorsett Birdwell on March 6, 1954, where they lived in Huffman for over 39 years.He entered the Houston Fire Department in 1953 where he retired as District Chief in 1984. After retirement, he worked as an arson investigator for Harris Co. and Montgomery Co. for 19 years. He was a member of the Houston Fire Department Memorial Committee. His hobbies after retirement included motorcycles, airplanes and travelling the country in a motor home.Richard is survived by three children: Suzanne & Gary Combs, Debra & Dale Earley, of Huffman, TX; and Richard and Diane Birdwell, Jr. of Conroe, TX. He is survived by his grandchildren: Robert Berry, Scott Berry, Matt (Kate) Earley, Justin Ramsey, Jeff (Veronica) Owen, Lauren (Lance) Kempf, Jillian (Nathan) Bryant, Megan Duffield, Jyssica (Mikell) Minus. Great Grand children: Taylor, Mattison, Madeline, Ella, Tristen, London, Kynnerly, Logann, Corban, Kyan, and Olivia.Predeceased by brother John W. Birdwell, Jr. Rosewood Funeral Home will host a viewing and visitation Thursday January 28th from 5 8 pm and funeral services January 29th at 9:30 am. Burial will be held at 11:30 am at the Houston National Cemetery.

 

Tracy Birkelbach, 73, born on July 20, 1935 passed away January 1, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife, Angeline Birkelbach; children, Michael Birkelbach, Steven Birkelbach and wife Katherine, Tracy Lea Kremen and husband Robin; grandchildren, Michelle, Joey, Mark and Stephanie Birkelbach; step-grandchildren, Elizabeth and Gregory Kremen; sister, Virleen Fischer; and a host of other loving relatives. Tracy retired from City of Houston Fire Department in 1992 after 31 years of service. He was preceded in death a brother, Ray Birkelbach; sister, Fairy Nell Kieke; and a son-in-law, Chris Uehlinger. Visitation will be Saturday, January 3, 2009 from 1:00-8:00 p.m., Sunday, January 4, from 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., and Monday, January 5, from 5:00-9:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7:00 p.m., Monday, in the Chapel of Earthman Resthaven. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 6, 2009, in Chapel of Earthman Resthaven with rite of committal to follow in the Earthman Resthaven Cemetery.
 

 

Joseph Joshua Blackmon, 64, of Liberty died on July 21, 2008 at the Liberty/Dayton Community Hospital. There will be a visitation at the Allison Funeral Service, 1101 North Travis in Liberty on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 from 5p-8p. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 24, 2008 at 1 P.M. at the funeral home with Roger Blackburn officiating. Burial will follow in Cooke Memorial Cemetery in Liberty. Joseph was born on August 10, 1943, in Silsbee, Texas, to parents, Henry Mark Blackmon and Jessie Lillie Hall Blackmon. He graduated from Silsbee High School and attended Blinn College. He married Judy Darnell Reeves in 1965. Joseph was a fireman in Houston, Texas for twenty years. He then held the office of Emergency Management Coordinator for Hardin County for eight years. He recently owned and operated Smokey Joe's BarBQ in Liberty and Silsbee. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and most of all spending time with his friends and family. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ray Blackmon and Edward Blackmon, two sisters, Marie Thomas and Dorothy Faye Moody. He is survived by his wife Judy Blackmon, son, Mark Blackmon, daughter, Kendra Blackmon, grandchildren, Zach and Hannah Blackmon, brothers, Nathaniel Blackmon, Paul Blackmon, sisters, Ruth Ward, Rachel Mansfield, Lois Durham, Mary Ellen Sirmons and Lyndal Blackmon. To view and sign the guestbook go to www.allisonfuneralservice.com Arrangements were under the direction of:

 

Larry Julian Blackmon 
Born September 18, 1944 
Served HFD  1971 from 1978  

 
Died April 4, 2007

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Donald Bryce Blevins 1949-2016
Born December 15, 1949 in Houston, Texas passed away April 6, 2016 in Trinity, Texas. He is survived by his children; Donald, Jr. and wife Ashley, Avis Sotirelis, and her husband, Christos, grandchildren; Nikolas, Madeline, and Luke Sotirelis and many other
loving relatives and close friends. Bryce retired as Engineer Operator from Houston Fire Department after serving the City for 36 years. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing in monthly poker games with his friends. He was a loving Father, Grandfather, Brother, Brother In-Law, Uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time on the lake with his family and friends. Bryce would always drop what he was doing to help anyone at anytime. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2016 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Pace Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Interment will follow at Pace Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens, Cleveland, Texas.
In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests donations to be made to Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 341. HPFFACF Attn: Brooke Clifton 1907 Freeman Street Houston, TX 77009

Published in the Houston Chronicle on April 8, 2016

 

James Blevins went home to meet his Lord on January 13, 2003. He was born on July 2, 1929. to Jack and Bessie Blevins, who preceded him in death. He is survived by Doris, his loving wife of 51 years; his children, Donna and Dennis Klare, Bobby and Susan Blevins; grandchildren, Bonnie and Aaron Lakey, Steve Klare, Jennifer Blevins,; great-grandchild, Samantha. His sisters, Lucille and husband Clifford Hill, and Betty Ingram; sisters-in-laws, Betty Caesar, Vicki Chevalier; other family members and friends. James was a retired Captain of the Houston Fire Department. Since retiring he has enjoyed his family, friends, woodworking and travel. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 15th, 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Brookside Funeral Home Cypress Creek. Funeral will be Thursday, January 16th, 11:00 AM at Advent Lutheran Church, 5820 Pinemont; Pastor Larry Beck and Bruce Elijah, AIM officiating. Interment at Roberts Cemetery, Hockley, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Advent Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or Houston Hospice.

Burial: Roberts Cemetery HockleyHarris CountyTexas, USA

 

Christopher Jason Boisvert, born September 19, 1982, passed away May 30, 2008. Funeral Services will  begin at 1:00 pm Thursday, June 5, 2008 at Fire Station 25, 3902 Scott St. In lieu on flowers, donations may be made to the Christopher Jason Boisvert Rookie of the Year Award, Houston, TX Fire Fighters Federal Credit Union, 5200 Kolb St. Houston, TX 77007. He will be greatly missed by his parents, Mike and Debra Boisvert, grandparents, Albert and Elisa Sidoni, sister, Alexis Boisvert, half sister, Michelle Boisvert, nephews, Corey Boisvert and Austin Anselmo, nieces, Bianca Boisvert and Taylor Anselmo, partner Gabriela Ochoa and aunts, uncles and many cousins and extended family. Christopher played soccer as a child till he found out hockey was his greatest love in sports and lived for the game. He played hockey at many levels and won many awards. He played both defense and forward equally well and was feared by many on the opposing team. He was good at all he played. He enjoyed baseball, golf, rugby, skiing, snowboarding, biking, motorcycles, scuba diving, and skydiving. Christopher enjoyed spending time and vacations with family and especially visiting his niece and nephew as well as his many friends and cousins and Gaby. Chris began his life in Trail, BC. then Spokane, WA where he attended Rogers High School and Mt. Spokane and graduated in 2000. He worked at ODOM. Then moved to Houston, TX and worked at Cycle Gear. He and his roommates attended the Fire Academy at Houston Community College. After graduation he became employed with AMR and obtained his EMT certificate and just completed his Paramedics training. He started with the Houston Fire Department in November 2007 and became part of the family at Station 25. He greatly admired his captain and his crew and was proud to be a part of HFD. Christopher was considered by his fellow firemen as a class act, a man of integrity, well regarded, eager, a humanitarian and brought humor and joy to all. He impressed others with his skills and ambition to learn. He would help others whenever the need arose. He was a "true fireman" in every sense of the word.

Burial: Brookside Memorial Park Houston Harris CountyTexas, USA

 

Raymond Wayne Borden, 55, went home to see the Lord on April 30, 2002. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, May 3, 2002, Earthman Resthaven Chapel and interment will follow at Earthman Resthaven Cemetery with the Houston Fire Department conducting ceremony.
Published in the Houston Chronicle on 5/3/2002.                                          
Burial: Earthman Resthaven Cemetery Houston Harris County Texas, USA

 

V. A. "Mike" Bowen passed into eternal rest during the evening of Monday, January 23, 2006 at the age of 78 years. He was born on Tuesday, March 22, 1927 in Katy, Texas to the late Josephus and Julia (Carter) Bowen. Mike, also known by his childhood nickname "Fundy", was raised in Luling, Texas where he spent most of his life until he enlisted in the U. S. Army Air Corp and was later honorably discharged in 1946. In his civilian life, he joined the Houston Fire Department in 1955 where he proudly serviced the community for 29 years until his retirement as District Chief  in 1985. Mike also founded Bowen Exterminators, Inc. in 1956 and was its owner/operator until retirement in 1999. He was a devoted Catholic and strong contributing parishioner of St. Theresa Catholic Church. Mike was an active member of The Knights of Columbus Council #2917. He loved his hobbies and spent enjoyable hours fishing and gambling. Mike was preceded in death by his brothers, Bill and Jodie Bowen; sisters, Mahala and Lella. He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 56 years, Pauline Grizzaffi Bowen; children, Michael Bowen and wife, Tammy, Bernadette Bowen-Miller, Elizabeth Perez and husband, Joe, Rebecca Null and husband, J.D.; grandchildren, Julia Miller, Mandy Helton and husband, Zach, Krissy Bowen; great-grandchildren, Dylan Perez, Emelie Null; as well as, numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 27th from 6:00 to 8:00pm at Pat H. Foley & Co. A recitation of the Holy Rosary and Vigil will be performed by the Knights of Columbus Council # 2917 at 7:00pm in the Chapel of Pat H. Foley Funeral Directors. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 28, 2006 at 1:00pm St Theresa Catholic Church, 6622 Haskell. Rite of Committal will follow at Forest Park Lawndale honored by the Houston Fire Department. At the family's request, donations may be sent to St Theresa Catholic Church, 6644 Haskell, Houston, 77007 or Knights of Columbus Council #2917, 607 E Whitney, Houston, 77022. 

 

John Donald Brader, 66, of Houston, Texas, passed away on February 11, 2011. He was born on August 9, 1944 to his parents, Theodor Brader and Mildred Hammons in Pasaden, Texas. John Served in the U. S. Navy and the Internation Boilermakers Union 74. He later Deditcated his career to the Houston Fire Department for 32 years of service. He is survived by his loving wife, Jean Brader, Daughters:
Stephanie Watkins (Tim) and Jamie Whalen and husband Kelly, Sons: John Brader II and wife Frances, Brian Brader (Gina). Eric Brader (Mary), Kevin Brader and wife Jeanette, Bon Watkins and wife Kikki,  and Daniel Brader, sisiters" Shirley Wendelken and Shanline Thomas, brothers; Theodore Brader and wife Gerry, Luke Brader, and wife Susan, Jeffery Anderson, and 13 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held for John on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at 2:00om at Crowder Funeral Home in Pearland, Texas with Pastor Bill Cole officiating.

 

 Eric Dewayne Brady Born August 29, 1956   HFD 1980 to 2004   Died February 15, 2008     Burial: Magnolia Park Cemetery Dayton Liberty County Texas, USAPlot: 8-002-07

 

W. "Mark" Braswell, 43, of Cypress, Texas passed away on May 16, 2014. He was born in Athens, Georgia on June 14th, 1970 to Joe and Sandra Braswell. Mark graduated from Cy-Fair High School in 1988 and received an Associate's Degree in Fire Protection Technology from Houston Community College. He married Michelle Braswell in February, 1994.Mark dedicated his life to helping others and his community. This was evident through his 7 years of reserve service in the United States Navy, 23 years of service in Cy- Fair Volunteer Fire Department with 21 simultaneous years in the Houston Fire Department. Mark was a proud and loving father to two amazing children, Matthew Braswell, 13, and Mary Braswell, 9. He is also survived by his brother; Joel Braswell, his mother; Sandra Braswell, and several uncles, nieces and nephews. All services will be at Foundry United Methodist, 8350 Jones Road, Houston Texas, 77065. The visitation will be Tuesday, May 20th from 5-8pm. The funeral service will be Wednesday, May 21st at 2 pm with a reception immediately following. For more information, visit ww.beresfordfuneralhomes.com
 

 

 Richard Elton Brimberry, 65, entered into eternal rest on July 30, 2011 and joined his parents: Elton & Norma Brimberry. He was a Navy veteran & retired from the Houston Fire Department after 20 years of service. Richard is survived by his companion, Linda King; children: Angela Brimberry, Christina Garcia & husband Archie; grandchildren: Treylan, Christian & Maysen Garcia; sister, Cherry Williams & husband Dale; niece, Crystal Williams. Visitation will be from 5-8PM on Tuesday, August 2nd. Funeral services will be held at 12:30PM on Wednesday, August 3rd at Brookside Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Brookside Memorial Park.

 

Dwayne C. Brown 52, a member of the Houston Fire Department, entered into eternal rest Sunday, Dec. 20. Visitation is Monday, Dec. 28, 9-11 AM, with the Funeral Service to follow at 11:00 AM. Both Services are at Greater Zion MBC, 1620 Dolly Wright, 77088. Officiate: Rev. Curtis C. Lewis, Pastor. Interment: Houston Memorial Gardens.

 

Mitchell  "Mickey" Edward Brown, beloved husband and father, born August 20, 1938, in Houston, joined his Lord, June 28, 2003 in Spring, Texas. He was the loving son of Mary and the late George M. Brown. His boxing career included Middleweight Golden Glove Champion, All Service Champion and Middleweight Champion of Texas as a professional. Mickey had a degree in Criminal Justice/Arson Investigation, and retired from the Houston Fire Department after 30 years of service. He also retired from the Harris County Sheriff's Department, and worked for Montgomery Co. Constable Pct. 2. He was a member of Woodlands United Methodist Church, Conroe Masonic Lodge, Houston Scottish Rite, Arabia Shrine, and Mary Martha (WP) and Spring Chapter (PP), Order of the Eastern Star. He is survived by Mary, his bride of 27 years, and his daughters and sons-in-law, Georgianne and James Maurer, and Terri and Wayne Dickinson; sons and daughters-in-law, SSG Mitchell E. Brown, II and Lisa, and Michael Brown; grandchildren, Amanda Downum, Casey, Brooke and Matt Dickson, and Mickey, Micheila and Matthew Brown. His brothers and their wives, Pat and Frances Brown, James and Linda Brown, and Kirby and Sherri Brown, along with other loving relatives and friends, also survive him. The family will receive friends from 6-8pm, Wednesday, July 2, 2003 at Earthman Resthaven Funeral Home, 13102 North Freeway. Funeral Services are scheduled for Thursday, July 3, 2003 at 3pm at Earthman Resthaven Chapel. Pallbearers are Montgomery Co. Constable, Pct. 2 Deputies. Memorial gifts may be made to the Eastern Star Benevolent Aid Fund at Kathey Crews, 1107 E. Inwood, Arlington, TX 76010.

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John W. Bryant, III, born January 7, 1948, in Jackson, MS, passed away on April 3, 2001. He was captain of the Houston Fire Department for 21 years, and Sergeant in the Fort Bend County Constables office. Later he lived in San Antonio, and then retired to his ranch in Bandera. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy and John W. Bryant, Jr., and daughter, Jenny. Survivors include his wife, Jeanette Bryant of Bandera; daughter and her husband, Heather and Kevin McGhiey, of San Antonio; son, Scott Wesley, of Houston; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and Alan Carter, of San Antonio; brother and sister-in-law, William J. Bryant and his wife, Patty, of Fredricksburg, VA; granddaughters, Karrington and Halley McGhiey; nieces, Kristin Bryant and Linda Carter; nephew, Alan Carter, Jr.; grandniece, Samantha Dent; and extended family, Stacy and Jeff Allen. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Porter Loring Mortuary North. SERVICE SATURDAY 10:30 A.M. PORTER LORING NORTH CHAPEL Rev. T. Irving Veal officiating. Interment at Bandera City Cemetery. Arrangements with Porter Loring North Mortuary. - See more at: 

Johnny Ray Broz, 82, passed away after a lengthy illness on December 10, 2009. Johnny was born in Houston on October 15, 1927 to Valasta and John Broz. He served during World War II in the Maritime Service and during the Korean War with the United States Army. He retired from the City of Hous ton Fire Department after 40 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion, VFW, NRA, SPJST Lodge 88 and the Lodge's Men's Club. He said the saddest day of his life was when he had to sell his country place because of illness. He loved to garden, take care of his cows, fish and hunt and socialize with his country buddies. He was a man of great endurance and hard work. He was generous and loving to his family and that family will forever be thankful for having him as a part of them and will eternally miss him. Johnny is preceded in death by his mother, Valasta Cattnach; father, John Vince Broz; brothers, Frank and Edward Broz; and sister, Marie Buzek. He is survived by his caring wife of 60 years, Clara Broz; devoted son and daughter-in-law, John V. and Susan Kelly Broz; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. The rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. with visitation scheduled from 7:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, the 13th of December in the Chapel at Pat H. Foley & Co. The funeral service will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, the 14th of December in the Chapel at Pat H. Foley & Co. Interment will follow in Brookside Memorial Park.

 

Charles Raymond Bruner, 85 of Houston, Texas died July 1, 2006. Born in Strickler Arkansas to Lemuel O. Bruner and Verna Mae Jones, preceeded in death by son Lemuel O. Bruner and daughter Verna JoAnn Barcelo. Survived by his wife of 64 years, Alethia Bruner; daughter, Wanda Watson; brother, Roger Bruner; sisters, Irene Goldman, Pauline Childers, Freida Pullar; 8 grandchildred; 18 great-grandchildern and numerous nieces and nephews. Dad proudly served his country in World War II in the Army Air Corps, was a 32 degree Mason, was a member of the Arabia Shrine Temple, and retired from the Houston Fire Department. Family and friends will be received at the family home on July 9, 2006 between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Burial will be July 17, 2006 2:30 p.m. at Houston National Cemetery.

 

 

 

 

The Houston Post May 05, 1922

 Fred Buggeln

Fred Buggeln, aged 35, 2419 Center street, died at a Houston hospital at 9:33 a.m. Thursday.  Funeral services will be held at the home at 4 p.m. today.  Burial will be in Hollywood cemetery under the direction of the Sid Westheimer Undertaking company.

The deceased is survived by his widow, Mrs. Myrtle B. Buggeln, his father, Fred Buggeln Sr., three brothers, Charles and William Buggeln and Harry Ternival, all of Houston, and one sister, Mrs. Tina Lunneburg, of New York.

The pallbearers will be Frank Willburg, C. Horton., George W. Vaughn, Will Gregory, P. V. Dowden and W. J. Cleveland.  Listing on Findagrave.com
 

 

Chief Claude Melvin "Rip" Bullock

The Houston Chronicle  Wednesday, January 01, 1997

 C. M. Bullock, 90, passed away Sunday evening, December 29, 1996. Born October 30, 1906 in Jacksonville, Texas.  He moved to Houston in 1926 and joined the Houston fire Department in 1927.  Chief Bullock rose in the ranks of the Fire Department and attained the office of the Fire Chief in 1958, serving six years as chief under Mayor Lewis Cutrer.  His 1929 marriage to Evelyn Faye Brewer lasted sixty-three years until her death in Decemeber 1992.  Member of Arabia Temple Shrine, Master Mason receiving a sixty year pin in 1994.  Served as Secretary of the International Fire Chiefs Association, and was instrumental in introducing the third shift and firefighters Pension Plan.  After retiring in 1964, Chief Bullock, along with his son Jim, went into the service station business operating two Chevron outlets until retirement in January 1990.  Chief Bullock is survived by his son Jim Bullock and his wife Linda of Clear Lake City, daughter Sandra Truhitte of Pearland; grandson James Regan Bullock; granddaughter Jacqueline Truhitte, and his most beloved great-granddaughter Emily Anne; sister Mrs. Gladys Blake, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Morris and Helen Brewer of Temple, sister-in-law Mildred Brewer, several nieces and nephews; and a special Honorary granddaughter Susan Nelson and her husband Tim and their children.  Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 02, 1997, at South Park funeral Home chapel.  Interment to follow at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be members of the Houston Fire Department. A Houston Fire Dept. Chaplain will officiate

 

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Grady Don Burke, Houston firefighter, family man, and Christian gentlemen died Saturday, February 19, fighting a fire in southeast Houston. He was killed when the roof of a house fell on him in flames. Grady had served the Houston Fire Department for 12 years. He was promoted to captain in 2003 and was serving Station 46. In some ways Grady was like his firefighting brother. He was calm, humble yet with an air of confidence and self-assurance. He loved to have fun and loved fighting fires. He was a courageous leader and selfless in the heat of battle. Before serving the 46th as captain, he drove the fire truck for Station 55. He was an expert driver who trained other firefighters to drive at the national driving course. He learned his firefighting craft at The College of the Mainland Firefighting Academy and served for four years with the Texas City Fire Department Grady was born at the Southeast Memorial Hospital on Bellfort on January 31 of 1966 to Don and Sue Burke. He is a 1984 graduate of South Houston High School. He grew up attending the Sun Valley Church of Christ. In 1992 he met and married his wife Cindy Bridges. Grady and Cindy have been joyfully married for twelve years and four months. They have three beautiful children, Hannah, Hailey, and Hunter, ages 10, 8, and 7 respectively. His children are thoughtful, intelligent, and adventurous, very much their father. Throughout his life, Grady exhibited special loves. He loved his job as a firefighter. He loved the men and women that he served with. He loved being home, which really means being with Cindy and his children and his church. He loved to have tickle fights with his kids and to take them to the park. He also loved his friends. His very close friend, Greg Brooks was his companion in several ventures. They called themselves twin sons of different mothers. They both married Cindy's. They both have three children. They both were captains in the HFD. In his circle of friends from church and from work, you could find Grady helping, serving, encouraging, and especially having fun. Those who have been camping with Grady have said that those trips will never be the same. Grady and his family are devoted Christians and members of the Southeast Church of Christ in Friendswood. Grady was an integral part of the Children's Ministry, the praise team, and semi-annual family campouts. He led prayers in the church assembly and was the featured speaker at this year's Father Daughter Banquet. In addition to those listed above, Grady Burke is survived by his sister Karen Stubblefield and her husband Lyndall of Pearland; his brother Paul and his wife Cheryl of Mont Belvieu, TX. Grady was preceded in death by his brother John David Burke. His nieces and nephews are Kristen and Chase Havens, Kendall and Kinsey Stubblefield, Jesse and Jenna Burke, Philip and Joshua Burke, Sarah and Ryan Taylor, Stephen and Katherine Davis. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 23 at Grace Community Church, 14505 Gulf Freeway at 11:00 am. Family visitation will be at Forest Park East on Tuesday from 12-8 pm. Grady's pallbearers will consist of members from his Station 46 Crew, B Shift. Honorary pallbearers include close friends, Greg Brooks, Darren Schaffer, and Mark Mayfield, his brother Paul Burke; brothers-in-law Mark Davis and Lyndall Stubblefield; his nephews Chase Havens, currently enlisted in the U.S. Navy; Jesse Burke, Philip and Joshua Burke; Ryan Taylor and Stephen Davis; cousins Monty Richburg, Mitchell, Steven, and Scott Huff; and Lloyd Nichols, as well as members of his Church Life Group. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of Captain Grady Burke to the following: The Last Alarm Club, 1907 Freeman, Houston, TX 77009 The 100 Club Survivors Fund 1233 West Loop Suite 1250, Houston, TX 77027 (phone) 713-952-0100 and Medina Children's Home 21300 State Highway 16 North, Medina, TX 78055

 

Bennie S. Burnes, 71, retired Houston Firefighter, of Rosanky and Houston, died Sunday. Survived by wife Mamie. Visitation 5 p.m. today, Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home, Rockdale. Services 2 p.m. Saturday, Phillips & Luckey. Burial Salty Cemetery, near Rockdale.

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Charley Anthony Burnett, passed away this past Saturday, Janaury 21, 2006. He was born July 25, 1922 in Houston, Texas. He is survived by his wife of sixty years, Ruth Ellan, his son Chuck and wife Leslie, granddaughter Shaun and husband Giorgos, of Serres, Greece. He is also survived by grandson Travis and his son Trey, grandson Scott and wife Christy and their daughters Kera, Sierra, and Bianca.  He proudly served his country during World War II in the United States Coast Guard, and again during the Cuban missile crisis in the United States Navy. He retired from the Houston Fire Department after thirty-two years of service. He will remembered and missed by us ALL. In lieu of flowers the family would like to ask that donations be made to AMED Hospice, 4008 Vista, Ste 100B, Pasadena, TX 77504

 

Louis J. Butera Sr., passed away April 8, 2005.  Louis was born March 10, 1913 in Houston, Texas. He retired from the Houston Fire Department after 36 years of service. Louis is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years, Eunice Butera; son, Louis Butera, Jr. and wife Pat; daughters, Anna Ruth Wilson and Angie Galvan; numerous grandchildren, other relatives, and a host of friends. The Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. followed by the Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 11, 2005, with Rev. Joseph Loc D. Phan, officiating at Earthman Downtown Chapel, 2420 Fannin. Interment will follow at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.

 

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 Alfred Carson “Dugan” Butler, 79, of 225 Reinecke, passed away Sunday in Saint Luke’s Hospital. Born in Conroe, Texas. Retired from the Houston Fire Department after 41 Years of service.  Member of West End Baptist Church.  Survivors: Wife, Mrs. Addie L. Butler; daughter,  Mrs. Dorothy Kanpik, both of Houston. two grandchildren, Mrs. Kareie Joan Dotson, Bellieu Woods, Humble, Texas, Kenneth Darrell Hess, Houston; three great-grandchildren. Linda Gaye Dotson, Bryan David Dotson, Karen Ann Dotson, all of Humble.  Funeral services 1:30 p.m. Wednesday Heights Chapel, Dr. Ray Mayfield Jr. officiating.  Interment Woodlawn Garden of Memories.  Pallbeareers; District fire chief C. R. Jourde, Earl McWilliams, Victor Scalise, Donald Lambert, Buster Boss, Frank Barietta. Honorary pallbearers; Members of the Houston fire department. Heights Funeral Home.

 

Clarence Daniel Byers   ( Born January 25, 1922 )  1951 to  1972  ( Died May 2, 2008 )

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SAMUEL JOSEPH BYINGTON, 80, retired District Chief of the Houston Fire Department, passed peacefully in the comfort of his family on July 6, 2005. Sam was born in Galveston on April 1, 1925, and as a young boy moved to Houston, where he resided for the remainder of his life.  At the age of 17, he joined the Merchant Marines, sailed to Europe and the Middle East and was a veteran of World War II. After returning from the service, he married Blossom Ezzell in 1946. In 1950, Sam joined the Houston Fire Department and retired in 1984 after 34 years of service. During his 59 year marriage to the love of his life, Sam and Blossom had five children: Sue Ward and husband Will of Midland, Sam Byington and wife Cheryl of Houston, Julie Smith and husband Michael of Houston, Barry Byington and wife Sheree' of Kingwood, and Laurie Taska and husband Al of Kingwood. Sam is survived by his wife and five children, ten grandchildren; Jason, Natalie, Karen, Alison, Julia, Samantha, Barry, Taylor, Garrison and Will Jr., and predeceased by infant granddaughters Bailey and Chelsey. He is also survived by twelve great grandchildren, sister-in-law Linda Jones, and three nieces. Visitation will be Friday from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 9, at 11:00 a.m. in the Main Chapel at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home with interment to follow at Forest Park Lawndale cemetery. Pallbearers are Barry Byington, Al Taska, Taylor Taska, Michael Smith, Jason Gracey, and Reid Cashdollar. A special thank you from the family goes out to Grace Hospice and the caregivers of Rosemont Assisted Living Facility for all their love and care. In lieu of flowers, you may send donations to Grace Hospice in Kingwood or a charity of your choice.

 

Leonard Byrd-Graveside services for Leonard Byrd, 82, Huntsville, father of a Troup resident, are scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Old Palestine Cemetery, Alto, under the direction of O.T. Allen & Son Funeral Home, Alto. Mr. Byrd died Oct. 18, 2008, in Huntsville. He was born March 28, 1926, in Franklin to Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Byrd. He lived most of his life in the Alto and Houston areas and he was a Christian. Mr. Byrd was a Navy veteran of World War II and worked as a firefighter in Houston for 21 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Della Byrd. Survivors include his son, Leonard E. Byrd, Huntsville; daughters, Kathryne Johnson, Sheldon, Dianne McDaniels, Troup and Janice Edwards, Lufkin; sister, Maudine Payne, Mexia; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Visitation will be at 1 p.m. prior to service at the funeral home.
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Funeral for Douglas E. Bryan, 88, of Broaddus will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, at Harvey Creek Baptist Church in Broaddus with Bro. Calvin Gould and Bro. Jesse Moore officiating. Burial will be in Coleman Cemetery, San Augustine. Mr. Bryan died Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2012, in Lufkin. He was born Friday, July 4, 1924, in San Augustine County. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16, at Harvey Creek Baptist Church. Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.

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Elmer Wayne "Red" Blevins, 80, passed away on May 10, 2012. Red was born in Mahan, WV on January 29, 1932. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Avis. He is survived by his sister Lil, brother Tommy, numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Captain Red Blevins proudly served 52 years in the Houston Fire Department. During his long and stellar career he was a role model for young and old alike. He loved spending time with family and friends, playing golf, and more recently visiting the casinos. Always with a quick wit and huge smile, Red was loved by all. His generous and kind spirit will be missed.
Visitation will be Tuesday, May 15, 2012, 5-9 pm at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, TX. A funeral service will be Wednesday, 16, 2012, 10 am, Pace-Stancil Chapel with interment at Pace-Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens. Arrangements are made through Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, TX 281-592-2641
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Graveside services for Orville Keith Bergman, Sr., 76, of Huntington will be held at 10 a.m. today April 7, 2012 in Flat Prairie Foster Cemetery, Pennington, TX with Pastor Dennis Lowery officiating. Mr. Bergman was born November 22, 1935 in Houston to the late Dessie (Phelps) and Otto Henry Bergman, Sr. and died April 5, 2012 in a local hospital. Mr. Bergman was a retired Houston Fire Fighter, formally owned his own heating and air conditioning company in Houston, and served his country in the U.S. Navy. He was a Baptist preacher who loved fishing and gardening. He is survived by his wife, Jannie Bergman of Huntington; sons and daughters-in-law, Timothy and Sarah Bergman of Pennington, Anthony and Amanda Bergman of Huntington; son, Gordon Bergman of Groveton; and son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Kim Bergman of Conroe. Mr. Bergman was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, W.A. Bergman and O.H. Bergman; daughter, Peggy Bergman; and granddaughter, Jennifer Bergman. Honorary casketbearers will be Timothy Bergman, Anthony Bergman, Gordon Bergman and Keith Bergman. The family will receive friends and loved ones from 9:30 a.m. till service time at the Flat Prairie Foster Cemetery. Tributes and condolences may be made at www.sneadlintonfh.com. Snead Linton Funeral Home, directors.

 



Donald Guy Bell ( Born February 1, 1919 )  1949 - 1968  (Died 9-19-1968)
 
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Bergman, Otto Henry Jr. (Born 9-22-1929)  1953 - 1978  (Died 2-10-1989)
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Frank Richard Berner  ( Born September 2, 1888 ) 1923 - 1943  ( Died March 31,1964 ) 

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   Basil Leon Barrett
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Otis V. Bowers  ( Born July 4, 1892 )  1915 - 1916  ( Died April 3,1916 )
 
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 Wayne Vernon Bowers   ( Born December 1, 1927 ) 1949 - 1970  ( Died June 12, 1970 )

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Lee Roy Brackman  ( Born October 10, 1892 )  1922 - 1964  (Died 4-02-1966)
 
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   Bradley, Louis A."Pinky" ( February 26, 1875 )  1895-  ( Died May 5, 1951 )
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Stanley Gordon Boykin went home to be with his Lord on January 11, 2016, after a two-year battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Sue of Lindale, Texas; three sons, Steve (Carol) of Niceville, Florida; Kerry of Bastrop, Texas; and Kent (Vickie) of Payson, Utah; 7 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; sisters, Margy Jaynes (Sonny), and Mary Frances Burks (Kenny); and brother, Richard Boykin. Stan was born in Centerville, Texas on August 6, 1937. He served in the United States Navy as a physician's assistant and retired from the Houston Fire Department after 20 years of distinguished service. Stan served on the Smith County Emergency Services District #1 Board of the Lindale Volunteer Fire Department and was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Lindale. An avid bird watcher, he loved to study and teach ornithology. The family invites friends and family to celebrate his life and the Savior he served with passion on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. at the First Baptist Church of Lindale. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Heart to Heart Hospice, 7925 South Broadway Ave, Suite #1140 Tyler, Texas, 75703. - See more at: http://obituaries.tylerpaper.com/obituaries/tylerpaper/obituary.aspx?n=Stanley-Gordon-Boykin&pid=177276070#sthash.RImJcxRi.dpuf

 

Bammel, Emmet Owen (Born 11-29-1891)  1915 - 1919  (Died 6-04-1942)

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Donald Bryce Blevins
1949-2016
Born December 15, 1949 in Houston, Texas passed away April 6, 2016 in Trinity, Texas. He is survived by his children; Donald, Jr. and wife Ashley, Avis Sotirelis, and her husband, Christos, grandchildren; Nikolas, Madeline, and Luke Sotirelis and many other loving relatives and close friends. Bryce retired as Engineer Operator from Houston Fire Department after serving the City for 36 years. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing in monthly poker games with his friends. He was a loving Father, Grandfather, Brother, Brother In-Law, Uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time on the lake with his family and friends. Bryce would always drop what he was doing to help anyone at anytime. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2016 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Pace Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Interment will follow at Pace Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens, Cleveland, Texas.
In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests donations to be made to Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 341. HPFFACF Attn: Brooke Clifton 1907 Freeman Street Houston, TX. 77009
 
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Donald Bryce Blevins
1949-2016
Born December 15, 1949 in Houston, Texas passed away April 6, 2016 in Trinity, Texas. He is survived by his children; Donald, Jr. and wife Ashley, Avis Sotirelis, and her husband, Christos, grandchildren; Nikolas, Madeline, and Luke Sotirelis and many other loving relatives and close friends. Bryce retired as Engineer Operator from Houston Fire Department after serving the City for 36 years. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing in monthly poker games with his friends. He was a loving Father, Grandfather, Brother, Brother In-Law, Uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time on the lake with his family and friends. Bryce would always drop what he was doing to help anyone at anytime. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2016 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Pace Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Interment will follow at Pace Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens, Cleveland, Texas.
In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests donations to be made to Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 341. HPFFACF Attn: Brooke Clifton 1907 Freeman Street Houston, TX. 77009
 
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Charles Dean Barr, 67 of Shepherd, Texas, died Wednesday, August 13, 2014 in Houston, Texas. Charles was born June 8, 1947 in Conroe, Texas to parents, Charles O. Barr and Christine Mae Barr. He worked for the City of Houston Fire Department for 36 ˝ years, where he served as a Sr. Captain before his retirement. Services for Mr. Barr will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 18, 2014 at Calvary Baptist Church, Cleveland with Rev. Carl Williamson officiating. Interment will follow at Cleveland Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home. Visitation will be 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., Sunday afternoon at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland.Charles was preceded in death by his parents and his sons, Charles Bradley Barr and Charles Matthew Barr, and his uncle Bill Barr. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Judy Stimac Barr; daughters, Jody M. Barr, Cody R. Johnson and husband Calvin; grandchildren, Haley R. Price, Brett R. Price and Wyatt A. Penton; step-grandchildren, Silas J. Johnson and Kori Chesson; adopted grandson, Eric Gonzalez and wife Stormi and their daughters, Hailey and Rayne; aunts, Mary Jo Ayers and husband Earl, and Dorothy Barr; sisters-in-law, Fredia Cox and husband, Dennis, Wanda Dabney and husband, Johnny; brother-in-law, Craig Stimac, Jr. and wife Cindy; also numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and caring friends beyond measure. Serving as pallbearers are; James "Boug" Watson, Dale Jenkins, Jesse Ramos, Travis Quinn, Kelly Ford, Chris Chavez, David Murphy and Paul Hogan. For those who desire memorials may be made to Houston Texas Fire Fighters Federal Credit Union, account number 23570, P.O. Box 70009, Houston, Texas 77270-0009.

 

GRADY BURKE, Houston firefighter, family man, and Christian gentlemen died Saturday, February 19, fighting a fire in southeast Houston. He was killed when the roof of a house fell on him in flames. Grady had served the Houston Fire Department for 12 years. He was promoted to captain in 2003 and was serving Station 46. In some ways Grady was like his firefighting brother. He was calm, humble yet with an air of confidence and self-assurance. He loved to have fun and loved fighting fires. He was a courageous leader and selfless in the heat of battle. Before serving the 46th as captain, he drove the fire truck for Station 55. He was an expert driver who trained other firefighters to drive at the national driving course. He learned his firefighting craft at The College of the Mainland Firefighting Academy and served for four years with the Texas City Fire Department Grady was born at the Southeast Memorial Hospital on Bellfort on January 31 of 1966 to Don and Sue Burke. He is a 1984 graduate of South Houston High School. He grew up attending the Sun Valley Church of Christ. In 1992 he met and married his wife Cindy Bridges. Grady and Cindy have been joyfully married for twelve years and four months. They have three beautiful children, Hannah, Hailey, and Hunter, ages 10, 8, and 7 respectively. His children are thoughtful, intelligent, and adventurous, very much their father. Throughout his life, Grady exhibited special loves. He loved his job as a firefighter. He loved the men and women that he served with. He loved being home, which really means being with Cindy and his children and his church. He loved to have tickle fights with his kids and to take them to the park. He also loved his friends. His very close friend, Greg Brooks was his companion in several ventures. They called themselves twin sons of different mothers. They both married Cindy's. They both have three children. They both were captains in the HFD. In his circle of friends from church and from work, you could find Grady helping, serving, encouraging, and especially having fun. Those who have been camping with Grady have said that those trips will never be the same. Grady and his family are devoted Christians and members of the Southeast Church of Christ in Friendswood. Grady was an integral part of the Children's Ministry, the praise team, and semi-annual family campouts. He led prayers in the church assembly and was the featured speaker at this year's Father Daughter Banquet. In addition to those listed above, Grady Burke is survived by his sister Karen Stubblefield and her husband Lyndall of Pearland; his brother Paul and his wife Cheryl of Mont Belvieu, TX. Grady was preceded in death by his brother John David Burke. His nieces and nephews are Kristen and Chase Havens, Kendall and Kinsey Stubblefield, Jesse and Jenna Burke, Philip and Joshua Burke, Sarah and Ryan Taylor, Stephen and Katherine Davis. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 23 at Grace Community Church, 14505 Gulf Freeway at 11:00 am. Family visitation will be at Forest Park East on Tuesday from 12-8 pm. Grady's pallbearers will consist of members from his Station 46 Crew, B Shift. Honorary pallbearers include close friends, Greg Brooks, Darren Schaffer, and Mark Mayfield, his brother Paul Burke; brothers-in-law Mark Davis and Lyndall Stubblefield; his nephews Chase Havens, currently enlisted in the U.S. Navy; Jesse Burke, Philip and Joshua Burke; Ryan Taylor and Stephen Davis; cousins Monty Richburg, Mitchell, Steven, and Scott Huff; and Lloyd Nichols, as well as members of his Church Life Group. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of Captain Grady Burke to the following: The Last Alarm Club, 1907 Freeman, Houston, TX 77009 The 100 Club Survivors Fund 1233 West Loop Suite 1250, Houston, TX 77027 (phone) 713-952-0100 and Medina Children's Home 21300 State Highway 16 North, Medina, TX 78055 - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/houstonchronicle/obituary.aspx?n=Grady-Burke&pid=3197825#sthash.cRAoismI.dpuf 

 

Clyde E. Bell, 86, of Ezzell, passed away July 16, 2014. He was born on May 23, 1928 to Wayne & Celeile Dobbs Bell in San Antonio, TX. He married Martha Choate on Dec. 1, 1951 in Springfield, TN. He was a veteran of WWII. He was a member of the V.F.W., Boiler Marker (ship building) Union, and Church of Christ of Ezzell. He was retired from the Houston Fire Department after 20 years of service.

Clyde is survived by: brother Wayne P. Bell of Hattiesburg, MS; 2 sisters, Helen Erickson of San Marcos, TX, and Marie Bell & husband Jim Anderson of Conroe, TX; nieces, Rachael Erickson of San Marcos, and Wanda Wright & husband John of Ezzell; and nephew Wallace Bell & wife Amy of Corpus Christi, TX.

Clyde was preceded in death by: his wife Martha; parents; and 2 brothers, Thomas P. Bell, and Wallace C. Bell.

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Dwight Wayne Bazile, of Houston, Texas, passed away at the age of 56 on Saturday, February 21, 2015. He was born to the union of Joseph Bazile and Charlotte Rose Spivey Bazile on June 14, 1958. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Bazile.

Dwight attended Forest Brook High School in Houston, Texas where he graduated in 1976. Afterwards he entered the Houston Fire Academy and graduated in 1978 and this is where his career started with the Houston Fire Department. Dwight was one of the founding members of the Houston Chapter of the Black Fire Fighters Association. He also studied and became a Licensed Vocational Nurse and was a mentor to many who came after him. Captain Bazile was a trail blazer at Fire Station 46 located in the southeast area of the city.

Dwight was married to Pamela Annette Bazile of 30 years and to this union was born one son, Dwight Wayne, II. Other survivors include his mother, Charlotte Rose Fielder, his brother, Freddie Brazile (Corine), his brother, Michael Bazile, his sister, Carolyn Davis, his sister, Melissa Brodie (Anthony), his sister-in-law, Rosalyn Boyd (Mark), and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, dear family friends, and Brittnie Bazile.
 
 
Donald Bryce Blevins
1949-2016
Born December 15, 1949 in Houston, Texas passed away April 6, 2016 in Trinity, Texas. He is survived by his children; Donald, Jr. and wife Ashley, Avis Sotirelis, and her husband, Christos, grandchildren; Nikolas, Madeline, and Luke Sotirelis and many other loving relatives and close friends. Bryce retired as Engineer Operator from Houston Fire Department after serving the City for 36 years. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing in monthly poker games with his friends. He was a loving Father, Grandfather, Brother, Brother In-Law, Uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time on the lake with his family and friends. Bryce would always drop what he was doing to help anyone at anytime. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2016 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Pace Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Interment will follow at Pace Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens, Cleveland, Texas.
In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests donations to be made to Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 341. HPFFACF Attn: Brooke Clifton 1907 Freeman Street Houston, TX. 77009
 
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Donald Bryce Blevins
1949-2016
Born December 15, 1949 in Houston, Texas passed away April 6, 2016 in Trinity, Texas. He is survived by his children; Donald, Jr. and wife Ashley, Avis Sotirelis, and her husband, Christos, grandchildren; Nikolas, Madeline, and Luke Sotirelis and many other loving relatives and close friends. Bryce retired as Engineer Operator from Houston Fire Department after serving the City for 36 years. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing in monthly poker games with his friends. He was a loving Father, Grandfather, Brother, Brother In-Law, Uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time on the lake with his family and friends. Bryce would always drop what he was doing to help anyone at anytime. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2016 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Pace Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Interment will follow at Pace Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens, Cleveland, Texas.
In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests donations to be made to Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 341. HPFFACF Attn: Brooke Clifton 1907 Freeman Street Houston, TX. 77009
 
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Donald Bryce Blevins
1949-2016
Born December 15, 1949 in Houston, Texas passed away April 6, 2016 in Trinity, Texas. He is survived by his children; Donald, Jr. and wife Ashley, Avis Sotirelis, and her husband, Christos, grandchildren; Nikolas, Madeline, and Luke Sotirelis and many other loving relatives and close friends. Bryce retired as Engineer Operator from Houston Fire Department after serving the City for 36 years. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing in monthly poker games with his friends. He was a loving Father, Grandfather, Brother, Brother In-Law, Uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time on the lake with his family and friends. Bryce would always drop what he was doing to help anyone at anytime. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2016 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Pace Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Interment will follow at Pace Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens, Cleveland, Texas.
In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests donations to be made to Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 341. HPFFACF Attn: Brooke Clifton 1907 Freeman Street Houston, TX. 77009
 
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Donald Bryce Blevins
1949-2016
Born December 15, 1949 in Houston, Texas passed away April 6, 2016 in Trinity, Texas. He is survived by his children; Donald, Jr. and wife Ashley, Avis Sotirelis, and her husband, Christos, grandchildren; Nikolas, Madeline, and Luke Sotirelis and many other loving relatives and close friends. Bryce retired as Engineer Operator from Houston Fire Department after serving the City for 36 years. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing in monthly poker games with his friends. He was a loving Father, Grandfather, Brother, Brother In-Law, Uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time on the lake with his family and friends. Bryce would always drop what he was doing to help anyone at anytime. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2016 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Pace Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Interment will follow at Pace Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens, Cleveland, Texas.
In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests donations to be made to Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 341. HPFFACF Attn: Brooke Clifton 1907 Freeman Street Houston, TX. 77009
 
Published in Houston Chronicle on Apr. 8, 2016
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Robert William Burke, age 85, of Russellville, Arkansas, and formerly of Flippin, passed away Friday, September 30, 2011 in Russellville, Arkansas. He was born in Houston, Texas on November 2, 1925 to William John and Margaret L. (West) Burke. Mr. Burke retired after 25 years of service from the Houston Fire Department; was a World War II Navy veteran, and a Purple Heart recipient. He is survived by three nieces: Marion Stephenson, of Russellville, Arkansas; Jeanette Steigal, of Chicago, Illinois; and LeeAnne Perkins, of Coe, Texas; and a nephew, Roy Brown, of Lowell, Indiana.  He was preceded in death by his, Jimmie C. Burke in 1995; and his son, Robert W. Burke, Jr. in 1985.
Graveside services will be 2:00 pm, Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at Flippin Cemetery in Flippin, Arkansas with Bro. Ron Davenport officiating.
Arrangements by H.A. Burns Funeral Home