Phillip Steven "Hank" Schultz  of Angleton, Texas, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2009. Mr. Schultz was a veteran fireman who spent 35 years with the city of Houston, and served as Fire Chief for the city of Lake Jackson, Texas, for five years. He is survived by his former wife and long-time friend, Teresa Schultz; daughter, Crystal Speights and spouse Scotty, granddaughter, Kaylee Speights, son, Duane Schultz, sister, Annette Hand and spouse Claude, brother, Robert Schultz and spouse Alamae, stepson, Mark Schultz, stepdaughter Kelly Crum; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved babies, Sid, Rudy, and Mattie. Funeral services are to be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2009, at First Baptist Church of Clute with Pastor Lyndon Pettijohn officiating. Entombment will follow at Restwood Memorial Park. Active pallbearers: Billy Yates, Mike Mathis, Mike Harper, Sr., Mike Jr., Benny Lowery, Corky Cochran. Honorary pallbearers: Lake Jackson Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Medical Service, and Houston Fire Department. Visitation was Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Restwood Funeral Home 1038 W. Plantation Drive, Lake Jackson, TX 77566. (979)297-2121. A Dignity Memorial Provider.

Milton F. "Frenchy" Seureau

The Houston Chronicle August 10, 1941 Front Page

 CITY FIREMAN SHOT TO DEATH AT HOME HERE

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 Wife of M. F. Seureau Says He Struck and Kicked Her; "I Shot Him," She Is Quoted.

 M. F. Seureau, 43-year-old city fireman of 4108 Wayne, was shot to death following an argument with his 36-year old wife in their two-room home in Kashmere Gardens at 11:25 p.m. Saturday. The couple was alone at the time of the shooting.  A 13-year-old daughter, Virginia, was visiting a friend near by. Mrs. Seureau, according to Deputy Sheriffs Frank Alfano and    J. A. Rex said her husband had struck her twice and then kicked her. "I told him that if he did that again I would shoot him.' The deputies quoted her as saying. "He hit me again and then I got a pistol and shot him," the deputies said she added.  The deputies said they found a 32-caliber automatic pistol in the house.  Seureau was shot in the abdomen.  The wound was powder  burned, the deputies said, indicating that the gun was fired from close range.  The daughter, Virginia, arrived at the home about 30 minutes after the shooting and went to the rear door and asked the deputies, "How is my father?" she had been informed of the shooting by neighbors. Virginia said she saw her mother and father arguing on the front porch of the house earlier in the evening.  She added that she saw her father 'yank' her mother into the house.

Justice of the Peace W. C. Ragan is conducting an inquest.  The Houston Funeral Home has the body.

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The Houston Chronicle August 11, 1941 Section B  Page 8

 Seureau - Milton F. (Frenchy) Seureau, 43, died at 11:10 p.m. Saturday at his home at 4108 Wayne.  He was chauffer for the battalion chief at the City of Houston Fire Station No. 1. He was a member of Fire Fighters Local No. 341. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lizzie Seureau; a daughter, Virginia Seureau; a sister, Miss Mary Edna Seureau of Houston; his mother, Mrs. P. G. Seureau of Galveston and a nephew of Houston. Funeral services held at 3 p.m. Monday in the Fogle-West Chapel, with Chaplain F. M. Johnson officiating.  Burial in the Seabrook Cemetery at Seabrook. Active pallbearers are Capt. B. J. Cafferkey, Capt. T. J. Powers, F. C. Catino, J. C. Conner, J. B. Cagle and W. Q. Rothwell.  Honorary pallbearers; Mayor Neal Pickett, Commissioners Frank Mann, Ben Reinicke, James H. B. House, and Phil Hamburger, Fire Chief Homer Lyles, all members of the Houston fire department and city officials.  Fogle-West Company directing

GAY V. SIMMONS, born on December 14, 1934 in Hope, Arkansas and passed away with his family by his side on September 26, 2003. Gay will be reunited in the afterlife by his best friend and twin brother, Ray Simmons; his mother and father, Hattie and Archie Simmons, and his siblings, Cora Simmons, Opal Martin, Dulcie Jones-Martin, Vera Huffman, Bonnie Pittman, Montez Moore-Grammer, Homer Simmons, Otha Simmons, and Roy Simmons. Gay's beautiful sister, Berlene Ingram, is Gay's sole surviving sibling. Gay also leaves his son, Roy Simmons, and his daughters, Kelly Simmons and Stephanie Simmons. He will be missed by numerous friends, including his longtime friend, Margaret Simmons, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and of course, his grand-dogs, Sam and Tucker-Bear. Gay loved being with his family, and raised three children, who loved him very much. He was an accomplished guitar player, with a love for music that carried through to his children. At least one evening a week, he played his guitar while his family listened and sang along to the music of the Ozarks--the music he deeply loved. He loved to walk and ride his bike. He was an amazing woodworker, who made beautiful, intricate birdhouses that he gave to friends, family, and generously donated to charities, raising hundreds of dollars for those charities. He painstakingly built three beautiful homes, from the ground up, for his family. He loved to communicate back and forth with his friends and family over the internet. He spent many hours researching his family's geneology. He kept every greeting card ever given to him. He loved to read old western novels. He liked watching football--especially when the University of Arkansas was playing. He loved fishing and camping. In 1958, Gay joined the Houston Fire Department, where he served over 30 years, until 1989. Through hard work and determination, Gay rose through the ranks of the Fire Department, ultimately retiring with the title of "District Chief"--the highest ranking, non-appointed position in the fire department. He was highly respected by the firefighters that worked with him. A great point of pride in his life was when his son, Roy, followed in his footsteps, retiring himself after 27 years of service. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Gay's life on Wednesday, October 1, 2003 at 2:00pm, at Rosewood Funeral Home, 2602 Old Humble Road in Humble. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his name to Midway-Boyd Hill Volunteer Fire Department, 211 Highway 29, Lewisville, Arkansas 71845.

Retired Houston Fire Department DEPUTY CHIEF C. C. "BUD" SIMONTON (86) passed away quietly on February 9th following a courageous battle with cancer. Bud was born in the community of Conner near Madisonville, TX on April 11, 1917. He was the fifth child of six born to Minnie and Chesley Simonton. He moved to Houston with is family in the 1920's and was a graduate of Milby High School. He met and married Cathaleen Lindley Simonton while working for Reed Roller Bit and soon after he joined his two brothers as a Houston firefighter. He served in the Navy during WWII and after completing his service, he returned to Houston and the fire department. He proudly served the City of Houston for 40 years and was the last surviving Houston firefighter to have battled the Texas City explosion and disaster in 1947. Bud was an avid golfer and a member of Stephen F. Austin Country Club. He loved the University of Texas and was in attendance at almost every home football game since 1961. He loved to read and in his later years he enjoyed walking at Memorial City Mall. He was a man of great integrity and was admired and respected by all. One friend commented "they never heard Bud say a bad word or a negative thing about anyone." A Houston Fire Chief stated, "if my house were on fire, Chief Simonton is who I would want to tap it out." Bud is preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Cathaleen, his parents, Minnie and Chesley Simonton, brothers Harry Simonton and Willon (Sammy) Simonton, sisters Gladys Tinsley, Alene Avey and Maxine Riedel. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Jerry and Sondra Simonton; his daughters Janis Simonton and Jeannene Simonton, his grandson, Christopher Simonton; his granddaughter; Meredith Simonton; his brother-in-law, Ernie Riedel; sisters-in-law Lois Simonton, LaVelle Lindley and Mary Bell Lindley and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 11th from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Houston Firfefighters" Relief and Retirement Fund-The Conference Center at 4225 Interwood N. Parkway. Funeral service will be held Thursday, February 13th at 1 p.m. in the Sanctuary of Second Baptist Church. Graveside service will follow at Memorial Oaks Cemetery. Pallbearers will be members of the Houston Fire Department Honor Guard. The family would like to thank Drs. Skelton, Abramowitz and Kaesler for their care during his illness and Heartland Hospice for their support in his last days. Special appreciation goes to Tom Batey for his years of friendship and care. There could be no better neighbor and friend. Our heartfelt gratitude goes to "Maudie" and Fernando for the dignity they afforded Dad during his brief stay at home. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Last Alarm Club, 1907 Freeman St. Houston, TX 77009 or to Second Baptist School Foundation, 6410 Woodway, Houston, TX 77057. All Faiths Funeral Services 9034 Long Point Houston, TX 77055 713-464-2299 
Published in the Houston Chronicle on 2/11/2004. 

Chester William "CW" Smith, age 71, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on October 20, 2003 after a courageous battle with lupus. Chester was born on August 15, 1932 in Jacksonville, Texas. He was preceded in death by parents, Thomas and Alice Smith; brother, Louis, Arthur, Henry and sisters Arminda, Ruby and Eva. In 1946, meeting at the ages of 14 and 12, he began a lifelong love affair with Zona Gail Campbell that culminated in 52 years of marriage at the time of his death. He is survived by his loving wife Zona; daughter LaJuana Rodriguez; son Keith Smith and wife Tracy; granddaughters Shannon Rodriguez and Kasey Smith; brother Oscar Smith and wife Christine of Jacksonville; sisters, Mary Alice Hedgecough and husband James of Tyler, and Vesta Kridler of Tyler, and numerous other relatives and friends. Chester proudly served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army. On November 1, 1956, he began a long and distinguished career with the Houston Fire Department, achieving the rank of District Chief. Following his retirement from HFD, he joined the Harris County Constable's Office, Precinct 5, where he served for 10 years. Chief Smith will long be remembered for his sense of humor. There are many Houston firefighters today that were recipients of countless pranks and practical jokes. The impact that Chief Smith had on firefighters of yesterday resonates today throughout the Houston Fire Department. Many individuals in the fire department owe a debt of gratitude to the Chief, who helped mold and shape them into the fine people they are today. His lifelong passion for his family - his loving wife Zona, his daughter and son, and especially granddaughters Shannon and Kasey - are accolades to the words family and love. Chester was known by many names - Chester, C.W., Smitty and Chief; but the words he loved most to hear was "PaPa" from his two "Little Darlins" - granddaughters Shannon and Kasey. The family wishes to thank the many, many family members and friends who have called and visited with Chester over the recent months when his health began to decline. We would also like to thank Dr. Anil Sheth for his compassion and special care for the past 11 years. Many thanks also to the staff of Memorial Dialysis Center for the special concerns shown to Chester. Visitation will be held 6:00 - 8:00pm, Thursday, October 23, 2003 at Klein Funeral Home, 16131 Champion Forest Drive. Funeral Services, Friday, October 24, 2003, 10:30am in the chapel, Klein Funeral Home with Rev. Nancy Kellond officiating. Interment will follow at Houston National Cemetery. Even Though You fought the fight It's time to go We all will miss you Even though. We know you're in a better place We'll miss the smile upon your face. You gave us joy all thru the years We're letting you go thru many tears. We know we'll meet again someday As you are there to pave the way. You are with us always, that we know But we will miss you Even though.

 
Published in the Houston Chronicle from 10/22/2003 - 10/23/2003.

 The Houston Post Sunday December 09, 1973

Vernon (Little Smitty) Smith, 64, 1001 Winston, passed away Saturday in a local hospital. Native of Waco, Houston resident 60 years.  Retired from Houston Fire Dept. Member of the Baptist Church, Veteran of W. W. II.  Survivors; Sisters, Mrs. Bluebell Gerbig, Mrs. Josephine Jackson, both of Houston; several nieces and nephews. Graveside services and interment 10 a.m. Monday Resthaven Memorial Park. Rev. M. R. Massy officiating.  Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home,  6900 Lawndale Ave. 328-5141.

WOODROW W. STAHL, 84, passed away at his Coldspring home on Thursday, November 18, 2004. Woodrow was born and raised in Houston and he attended Reagan High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army stationed in the Philippines during WW II. He retired as a district chief from the Houston Fire Department in 1976 after 37 years of service. He was a former member of St. Stephens Methodist Church of Houston and member of Cade-Rothwell Masonic Lodge # 1151. Woodrow is preceded in death by his parents; his 1st wife and mother to his children, Doris Hambrick Stahl; brothers, A.J., Bryan and Allen Stahl; sisters, Bonnie Rapsch and Mavis Faulkner. He is survived by wife, Connie Stuart Stahl; children, Judy Redmon and husband Dennis, Jim Stahl and wife Debra; step-children, Rex and Kieth Stuart ;grandchildren, Kim Gandy, Mindy Warren, April Berger, "BO" Stahl; 9 great-grandchildren; sister, Iris Clifton; nieces, nephews, a host of friends from H.F.D. and other relatives. The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday, November 21, 2004 from 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. and on Monday, November 22, 2004 from 5:00p.m. to 8:00p.m, at Earthman/Guadalupe Funeral Home, 5100 North Freeway. Funeral services 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 23, 2004 at Earthman/Guadalupe Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Hollywood Cemetery.

W. G. "BILL" STANSEL, 76,Funeral services for of Conroe will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2006 at 12:30 p.m. in Cashner Colonial Chapel with Dr. Jay Goss officiating. Interment will follow in Garden Park Cemetery. Mr. Stansel was born on May 26, 1929 in Big Sandy, Texas and passed away on February 5, 2006 in Shenandoah, Texas. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Billie Stansel of Conroe. You are invited to leave a written tribute for the family on our website at www.cashnerfunerals.com.
Published in the Houston Chronicle on 2/9/2006.

STEVE STARLING, born September 16, 1922 went to be with the Lord on October 26, 2005. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Jynell Starling, children; Wanda Riley, Melvin Starling and wife Cora, Howard Starling and wife Sandra, Glen Starling and wife Linda, 12 Grandchildren and 24 Great-Grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, October 27, 2005 at 6:00 PM at Brookside Funeral Home. Services will be at 10:00 AM on Friday, October 28, 2005 at Brookside Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow at Brookside Memorial Park