Anton Fraps (1936 - 2013)
Obituary
Anton E. (Tony) Fraps, III , 76, passed away September 12,
2013. Anton was a long time member of the First United Methodist Church of
Houston, Texas.
Tony was born in Miami, Florida on December 19, 1936. He
loved to go to the beach with his mom and dad. As a child, Tony and his parents
moved to Houston where he spent the rest of his life.
Anton graduated from Mirabeau B. Lamar High School where he
met many of his lifelong friends and acquaintances. He then attended University
of Houston from 1955- 1961, majoring in electrical engineering, physics, and
mathematics.
"Fraps," as many of his cohorts and friends called
him, was part "mad inventor," part entrepreneur, part family man, and
yet was always quick witted and fun to be around.
Anton worked for General Electric, Wellex, and Otis
Elevators before striking out on his own in construction and real estate. He
also ventured in other enterprises, including air conditioning and oil and gas.
He was a member of the United Property Association and became very close
friends with the "Group."
Anton kept busy with property acquisitions and management
and assorted construction activities, but always found time for
"get-aways" with his family to many exotic destinations.
Anton enjoyed fishing, sailing, entertaining, snorkeling,
swimming, and vacationing. He was a skilled dancer and had a unique humorous
personality. However, Anton relished in the game of real life Monopoly in which
he usually won. He was the "eternal optimist," kept a good attitude
and loved to make people laugh. Whenever Anton spoke about the real estate
business, people usually listened. Those of us that remain will sorely miss his
presence, optimism and inspiration. We will also miss his "contagious
smile." Anton will also be remembered as being a true lover of animals and
especially having a great connection with dogs. He left behind his beloved and
adorable malti-poo, Tasha. We love you Anton and will never forget our time
together and your love for us.
Tony is survived by his wife of 33 years, Martha Puckett
Fraps, his brother George E. Fraps, sons: Anton Fraps IV and Alex Fraps, and
three grandchildren: Helen, Sunny, and Anton V, as well as, many nephews and
nieces. The family would like to thank Dr. Kirit Desai and New Century Hospice,
who made him comfortable in his final days. To all of our family and friends
who have showered us with thoughts, prayers, and everything you have done is
greatly appreciated and comforted us during this difficult time.
Visitation
services will be Monday, September 16, 2013 from 6-8 pm at Memorial Oaks
Funeral Home. Services celebrating the life of Anton Fraps, III will be held at
Memorial Oaks Funeral Home Chapel, on Tuesday, September 17, 2013, at 3:00 pm,
concluding services Tony will be laid to rest at Memorial Oaks Cemetery. Tony's
family and friends will gather for refreshments in the Memorial Event and
Reception Room at Memorial Oaks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
the First United Methodist Church, Houston, Texas
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Bryan Hill, Jr., age 74, passed away 8-20-13 in SugarLand, Tx. He was
born in Houston, Tx. 9-11-38, the son of Weldon B. Hill, Sr and Francis
Hill. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rosenberg, Tx and a
current resident of Richmond, Tx. He lived most of his adult life in
California where he graduated from Long Beach State University with a
Bachelor of Arts degree. He was also a licensed Baptist minister. He is
survived by his sisters, Virginia H. Enloe and husband Woody and Melinda
H. Nabb and husband Bill, a niece, 2 nephews and several other
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Bryan Hill, Jr., age 74, passed away 8-20-13 in SugarLand, Tx. He was
born in Houston, Tx. 9-11-38, the son of Weldon B. Hill, Sr and Francis
Hill. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rosenberg, Tx and a
current resident of Richmond, Tx. He lived most of his adult life in
California where he graduated from Long Beach State University with a
Bachelor of Arts degree. He was also a licensed Baptist minister. He is
survived by his sisters, Virginia H. Enloe and husband Woody and Melinda
H. Nabb and husband Bill, a niece, 2 nephews and several other
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Bryan Hill, Jr., age 74, passed away 8-20-13 in SugarLand, Tx. He was
born in Houston, Tx. 9-11-38, the son of Weldon B. Hill, Sr and Francis
Hill. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rosenberg, Tx and a
current resident of Richmond, Tx. He lived most of his adult life in
California where he graduated from Long Beach State University with a
Bachelor of Arts degree. He was also a licensed Baptist minister. He is
survived by his sisters, Virginia H. Enloe and husband Woody and Melinda
H. Nabb and husband Bill, a niece, 2 nephews and several other
relatives.
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Weldon
Bryan Hill, Jr., age 74, passed away 8-20-13 in SugarLand, Tx. He was
born in Houston, Tx. 9-11-38, the son of Weldon B. Hill, Sr and Francis
Hill. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rosenberg, Tx and a
current resident of Richmond, Tx. He lived most of his adult life in
California where he graduated from Long Beach State University with a
Bachelor of Arts degree. He was also a licensed Baptist minister. He is
survived by his sisters, Virginia H. Enloe and husband Woody and Melinda
H. Nabb and husband Bill, a niece, 2 nephews and several other
relatives.
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Fraps big smile and friendship will always be remembered!
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