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Kennard A. Farmer, born September 16, 1927, passed away peacefully September 26, 2005. He retired from the Houston Fire Department as Senior Captain after 25 years of service. He later worked for Farmer Foundation Drilling as anestimator. Kennard was a member of Eastgate Masonic Lodge, Arabia Shrine Oriental Band. He is survived by his wife, Wanda; daughter, Brenda Farmer Williams and husband, John; grandson, William Honshell; daughter, Sharon Lee and husband, Bill; brother, Glyen Farmer and wife, Johnnie; numerous nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home with a funeral service there in the Family Chapel at 2:00 P.M. Friday, September 30, 2005 and interment following. Remembrance may be made to Shrine Children's Hospital. |
Lewis Franklin Farris, 83, went to be with the lord Saturday, January 9, 2010. Mr. Farris was a WWII veteran, retired Houston Firefighter, and a charter member of West Conroe Baptist Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Billie Jean Farris; son, Allen Lewis Farris and wife Rose Marie, Daughter, Cindy Powell and husband John; Daughter, Ginger Lynn Farris; Daughter, Janie Sanders and husband David; son, Scott F. Farris and wife Laura; Brother, Andrew Farris; Sisters, Sue Laposki and Kay Adams; 7 grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren. The family would like to extend special thanks to the Harbor at Hearthstone and Southwest Hospice.Services for Lewis Franklin Farris will be Tuesday, 10:00 AM, January 12, 2010 at West Conroe Baptist Church, 1855 Longmire Rd., Conroe, Texas, with Dr. Jay Gross officiating. Visitation will be held at Cashner Funeral Home, 801 Teas Rd, Conroe, Texas, Monday, January 11, 2010, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.If you would like to leave written condolences for the family go to www.mem.com.Cashner Funeral Home801 Teas RoadConroe, TX 77303(936) 756-2126 |
David Charles Fisher
FISHER – David Charles Fisher, 67, of 224 North Adams died at 9:50 p.m. Saturday in a hospital. He had been a city fireman 32 years. He was a member of the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 341. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Ada Fisher; two sons, Dale Fisher and Walter Fisher; four brothers, Tom Fisher and Henry Fisher of Baltimore, Jake Fisher of York, Pa. and Ben Fisher of Sunbury, Pa; a sister, Mrs. Sadie Knause of McConnellaburgh, Pa. and a granddaughter, Miss Margaret Louise Fisher of Hollywood, Cal. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at the Fogle-West chapel, with Chaplain F. M. Johnson officiating. Burial will be in south Park cemetery. Active pallbearers will be E. Prenzler, N. Boudrezux, J. B. Cagle, M. S. Seureau, A. B. Colter and J. H. Gertjan. Fogle-West company directing. |
John Dixie Fisher "J.D." was welcomed into heaven by his loving savior, Jesus Christ, on September 20, 2008 with his family by his side. He was born on August 20, 1932 in Houston, TX. J.D. married the love of his life, Darlene Fisher, fifty five years ago and were blessed with three children; Kim Fisher of Cypress, TX, Kelly Fisher and wife Dayna of Kingwood, TX, and Kevin Fisher of Rockport, TX. Paw Paw adored his four grandchildren; Kody Fisher, Kyle Fisher, Morgan Bocca, and Kendall Fisher. J.D. is survived by his sisters, Bernice Laumen and Fritzi Harry. In 1959, J.D. joined the Houston Fire Department and proudly served all thirty years at Fire Station 28, retiring in 1990. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. J.D. is best remembered for his love of the Lord, love of his family, his unique sense of humor and his love of deer hunting in the South Texas Brush Country and Mexico. The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 25, 2008 from 6:30-8:30pm. A funeral service celebrating his life will be held Friday, September 26, 2008 at 11:00am. Both services will be held at the Houston Fire Fighters' Relief and Retirement Memorial Center, 4225 Interwood North Parkway, Houston, TX 77032 |
THE HOUSTON POST
September 21, 1963 James J. Fitzgibbons, 93, of 3103 Huldy St. died Friday, Houston resident 65 years, retired building manager, city of Houston, member of the Woodmen of the World, Magnolia Camp 13 (50-year member). Survivors; Daughter, Miss Helen Driscoll, Houston, nephew, Will Driscoll, Cwnbran, Wales. . Services 9 AM Staturday, Earthman's Chapel, 9:30 AM Saint Anne's Church, Burial Holy Cross Cemetery. Pallbearers; Ross Bennett, O. R. Weyrich, John M. Johnson, C. M. Chamberlain. R. A. J. Dawson, Robert H. Steude. Earthman's 2420 Fannin St. Capital 3-4541 |
Albert Jacob Fleck Mr. Albert Jacob Fleck, 82, passed away Tuesday Feb. 6, 1979. He was a member of all Saints Catholic church and a veteran of World War I Army. He is survived by daughter, Mrs. Lillian J. Norton of Lake Worth; nieces, Mrs. Mary Anna Weiss, Mrs. Elizabeth Norris, Mrs. Ann Boyle, nephew Charlie Tonn. Rosary will be recited 7:30 PM Thursday Heights Chapel. Funeral Mass all saints Catholic church 10:00 AM Friday with Fr. Bill Bartniski officiating. Interment Perry Cemetery. Heights funeral Home, 1317 heights Blvd. 862-8844. |
Daniel Lee Fletcher, died March 26, 2006 after an extended illness. Born February 9, 1924 in Fort Worth, he grew up and lived most of his life in Houston, moving to Bryan in 1979. In 1942, he and his older brother, Alfred, enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Dan saw extensive action, first as part of the Marine contingent aboard the USS Salt Lake City during the Battle of the Komandorskis, then with the 6th Marines of the 2nd Marine Division during the Solomon Campaign, and the invasions of Tarawa and Saipan. Following his military service, Dan became a Houston firefighter, spending over 31 years in the Houston Fire Department including service as an arson investigator and in fire prevention and public education. After his retirement in 1979, he operated a successful restaurant service business in Bryan with his business partner and valued friend, R.E. Thomas. Dan was a straight arrow whose word was his bond, and he dearly loved his country. Surviving is his wife, Robbie L. Fletcher; daughters Sherry L. Fletcher and Ouida Roberts; son Robert D. Fletcher and wife, Denise; 8 grandchildren, two great grandchildren and numerous loved ones related both in blood and in friendship. Memorials may be made to the non-profit Hospice Brazos Valley, 502 W. 26th Street, Bryan,TX 77803. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday,March 29, 2006 at American Heritage Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 12:45 pm Thursday, March 30, 2006 at American Heritage Funeral Chapel with Interment to follow in Houston National Cemetery. |
Retired Fire Fighter
John Albert Fleming
Passed away November 24, 2011
Wake:Friday December 2, 2011
6:00pm-9:00pm |
Edward Lamar Forrest, age 65, went on to join his father, Floyd and
mother, Sallie Ann, and his faithful companion “Bear” in Heaven for
eternal peace on Monday, July 2nd, 2012 around 7:00 pm in the evening at
Conroe Regional Medical Center . |
Anthony W. Foster Sr. age 50, passed away peacefully with his family present on (Sun) 04-26-09. He was a retired veteran for the City of Houston Fire Marshall. Visitation will be held (Sun) 5-3-09 from 12N-2PM at Houston Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church; 9425 W. Sam Houston Pkwy North. Funeral Services will begin at 2PM. Interment: Houston National Cemetery. Mon - Gate Time 1:30PM. |
Grady Winston Foster, 82, of Spring passed away Sunday, July 25, 2010. He was born March 5, 1928 in Dallas, TX to Burl and Ollie Foster. Grady is preceded in death by 1 grandson, Brad Tucker. He survived by his loving wife of 65 years Eula Mae Foster; 2 daughters, Bonnie Lewis, Sandy Kay Foster; 3 grandsons, Kirk Tucker, Aaron Tauer, Chris Tauer. 1 great-grandchild, Nikala Tauer; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at Brookside Funeral Home, with visitation 1 hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Brookside Memorial Park |
The Houston Post Sunday, November 24, 1935 Joseph D. Fritsche Claimed by Death Joseph Dudley Fritsche, 39, of 1504 North San Jacinto street, fireman, died in a local hospital at 1:30 A.M. Saturday. Mr. Fritsche was born in Louisiana and had been connected with the Houston fire department since 1913. He was a captain and in charge of No. 2 fire station at the time of his death. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Blanche Fritsche, and three sisters, Mrs. J. L. Trahn, Mrs. W. H. Douglas and Mrs. Joe Romoleski, all of Houston. Funeral services will be held at the chapel of the Fogle-West company at 3 p.m. Sunday, Rev. T. J. Windham officiating. Burial will be in Forest Park cemetry. Active pallbearers will be Assistant Chief G. W. Richardson, Battalion Chief D. W. Heath and City Firemen L. Templet, J. B. Cagle, F. C. Cartino and J. Burrell. |
DANIEL LEE FLETCHER, died March 26, 2006 after an extended illness. Born February 9, 1924 in Fort Worth, he grew up and lived most of his life in Houston, moving to Bryan in 1979. In 1942, he and his older brother, Alfred, enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Dan saw extensive action, first as part of the Marine contingent aboard the USS Salt Lake City during the Battle of the Komandorskis, then with the 6th Marines of the 2nd Marine Division during the Solomon Campaign, and the invasions of Tarawa and Saipan. Following his military service, Dan became a Houston firefighter, spending over 31 years in the Houston Fire Department including service as an arson investigator and in fire prevention and public education. After his retirement in 1979, he operated a successful restaurant service business in Bryan with his business partner and valued friend, R.E. Thomas. Dan was a straight arrow whose word was his bond, and he dearly loved his country. Surviving is his wife, Robbie L. Fletcher; daughters Sherry L. Fletcher and Ouida Roberts; son Robert D. Fletcher and wife, Denise; 8 grandchildren, two great grandchildren and numerous loved ones related both in blood and in friendship. Memorials may be made to the non-profit Hospice Brazos Valley, 502 W. 26th Street, Bryan,TX 77803. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday,March 29, 2006 at American Heritage Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 12:45 pm Thursday, March 30, 2006 at American Heritage Funeral Chapel with Interment to follow in Houston National Cemetery. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/houstonchronicle/obituary.aspx?n=Daniel-Fletcher&pid=17265779#sthash.ul0Y4ZC6.dpuf
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Elo John Fehmer1913-2015Around 4:10 a.m. on March 27, 2015, Houston's oldest living firefighter, Elo John Fehmer, age 101, answered his final alarm when God sent His angels to bring him home. Elo was born August 21, 1913 in Westphalia, Texas to Ben and Mary Fehmer. He moved his family to Houston in 1940 and joined the Houston Fire Dept. in 1942, retiring in 1978 as Senior Captain at Station 7. Elo was a kind and gentle soul, had a sharp mind and loved reminiscing about all the things he witnessed in his lifetime. He moved from Houston to Brenham in 1995 and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. He is survived by his son, Bill Fehmer and wife, Karen; daughter, Joyce Knott and husband, Charles; seven grandchildren, John Fehmer and wife, Ana, William Fehmer and wife, Erica, Vicki Fehmer, Kim David and husband, Chuck, Joanie Bell and husband, Andy, Julie Knott, and Michael Fehmer and wife, Judy; 12 great-grandchildren, Alexandra, Sean, Laurel, Eli, Alyna, Larissa, Christopher, Brooke, Christina, Meghan, Miles and Luke, and 1 great-great-grandson, Landon. He is preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Leona; second wife, Grace; son, Virgil; five brothers, Hugo, Walter, Alvin, Ray and Rubert, and one sister, Dora. The family would like to thank Dr. Welton Hill for his 18 years of loving care, Hospice Brazos Valley in Brenham for their compassionate care during March, and Gayle Capps who brought communion from St. Mary's to our loved one during the past couple of years. Visitation will be on Friday, April 3rd, 2015 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. with a Rosary recital at 7 p.m. in The Chapel of Forest Park Westheimer Funeral home. The funeral service will be on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at 10 a.m. in The Chapel of Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, with burial to follow immediately after. In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions can be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 800 Church St. Brenham, Texas 77833. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/houstonchronicle/obituary.aspx?n=Elo-Fehmer&pid=174520363#sthash.EBLSptdK.dpuf |
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