Clark Chrisman

Clark Chrisman passed away October 31, 2017.  Information and tributes may be posted on the funeral home website http://www.cyfairfunerals.com/tributes/Clark-ChrismanJr

Rita Browning Mayfield

MAYFIELD, Rita Age 79, of Austin, passed away June 23, 2017. Service July 1, 11 a.m. at Tarrytown United Methodist Church, Austin. Weed-Corley-Fish North Lamar Funeral Home, Austin, TX.

We are going to miss Rita Browning Mayfield – an amazing and devoted wife, loving mother, gentle Gram, trusted friend, mentor by example to many, a woman of profound faith who when needed was willingly there with her smile, graciousness and sensitivity to do what she could to meet the needs of others. Her physical heart stopped its beating on June 23, 2017 but the heart of her being continues to echo through the lives of only God knows how many. Who she was and what she had to offer helped bring out the best in children with special needs and youth with whom she had worked when young. Among adults, her gentle leadership helped bring out the best in individuals and groups in the congregations where her husband was pastor. Rita was a skilled seamstress and she made beautiful quilts. She enjoyed conversation and listened with compassion and good humor. She abhorred violence and found no entertainment value in violence in movies or on TV. (Because she fell in love with the characters, NCIS was a mild exception.) Striving toward a life of compassion and cooperation that helps make life better for all was for her of higher value than competitive, self-centered striving. Her daily living consistently reflected tenderness and strength rooted in the faith and hope and love that were at the core of her being.

Rita (her unused first name is Sylvia) was born in Houston, Texas, May 2, 1938, the second of three children born to Ralph and Betty Browning. Her older brother is Baron (Bud) Browning and with his wife Carol lives in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Her younger brother, Richard Browning, preceded her in death and his wife Jeannie continues to reside in Arlington, Texas.

Rita married James L (Jim) Mayfield in 1961. He continues to live in Austin, as does their son Robert. Their daughter Betty lives in Amissville, Virginia. with her husband Phil Gibbons. Robert's two teenage daughters, Isabel (a college freshman) and Giovanna (a high school senior) live in Austin. Betty's twin daughters, Sara and LiAnna are in high school and Betty's oldest daughter Katelynn is a Marine.  Jim's two sisters and their husbands have been additional sisters and brothers whom Rita dearly loved. Sue and Don Winsor live in George West, Texas. Sarah Franklin continues to live in Lake Kiowa, Texas, following the death of her husband George. The children and grandchildren of her brothers' families and of the families of Jim's sisters have each had a special place in Rita's heart.

A memorial service will be at Tarrytown United Methodist Church in Austin, TX (2601 Exposition Blvd.) Saturday, July 1 at 11 am with reception to follow. The family requests that in lieu of flowers contributions be made in her memory to Tarrytown United Methodist Church or some other charity.
Published in Austin American-Statesman on June 30, 2017

Patricia Ann Ivy Cauley, Class of Lamar '55

Patricia Ann Ivy Cauley, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend peacefully passed away September 14, 2017 in Pensacola, FL. Pat was born August 21, 1937 in Liberty, TX to Benjamin A. Ivy and Emma Belle Dawson Ivy.

Pat was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Jim Cauley, and her parents. She is survived by her sons, Jim Cauley Jr. and wife Judy of Denver, CO, Kyle Cauley and wife Nancy of Beach City, and Todd Cauley and wife Tiffany of Montgomery; her grandchildren, Kelsey Cauley and Wes Cauley of Beach City and Connor Cauley and Rachel Cauley of Denver, CO; as well as many nieces and nephews and wonderful friends.

Pat graduated from Lamar High School in Houston, TX in 1955. She then earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Rice University in 1959. Shortly after graduation she married the love of her life, Jim Cauley. She began her career in education while living in Arlington, VA. In 1962, she and Jim returned to Houston and started their family. They settled in Baytown in the summer of 1963 and resided there for the remainder of their lives. In 1978 Pat resumed her teaching career at Robert E. Lee High School where she taught English for 20 years.

Pat's active life focused on family, church, friends, community, school and sports. While teaching and raising her children, she spent countless hours helping others through volunteer work. Pat has been an active member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church in Baytown for over 50 years. She has taught youth and adult Sunday School classes, began a young adult group called "The Connectors", and served in leadership roles on countless committees.

Pat was a valued member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Epsilon Psi Chapter since 1980 and served as chapter president for the 1988-1990 biennium. She received the Chapter Achievement Award in 2007 and was serving as chair of the Membership Committee at the time of her death. Pat's many years of service included serving on the Lee College Board of Regents, memberships in the Service League of Baytown, Baytown Junior Forum, and the Goose Creek Country Club Ladies Association. Later in life she established the literacy technology program at Sterling Municipal Library, served on Long Range Planning Committees for GCCISD, The City of Baytown and St. Mark's UMC. Pat also volunteered at The Promise Center of Baytown and was still an active member of the Lakewood Garden Club.

One of Pat's favorite pastimes was spending quality time with family and friends at the beach. She was always eager to share her beach "experience" with anyone who wanted to visit. She and Jim enjoyed beach living for 35 years at their second home on Bolivar Peninsula, which she missed terribly after Hurricane Ike destroyed in 2008.

Pat was "my bride" to her husband, “Mom" to her sons, "Da" to her grandchildren, "Mrs. C" to her students, and a mentor, dreamer, listener, caregiver, counselor and leader to her treasured friends. Her positive spirit and upbeat outlook were an inspiration to her family, and all of her encouragement and support played a vital role in helping others achieve their goals. Pat enjoyed dinner group, playing bridge, serving time at church, and mostly she cherished her time with her family and friends. Her kind, sweet manner will be missed, as well as her outstanding ability to communicate effectively with people in her gracious way.

A visitation will be held at St. Mark's United Methodist Church on Thursday, September 21 from 5:00 to 7:00. A graveside service will be at Sterling-White Cemetery on Friday, September 22 at 9:30 a.m. The memorial service will follow at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 3811 North Main, Baytown, Texas 77521 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Peter Miller officiating.

Her family would like to acknowledge a sincere appreciation to the wonderful health care professionals at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, FL for their kind and compassionate care.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pat and Jim Cauley memorial fund at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, www.stmarksbaytown.com

To view the online obituary or to post a tribute for the family, go to www.navarrefuneralhome.com

Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Navarre Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2444 Rollingbrook Dr., Baytown, TX, 77521 (281) 422-8111.

Sandra Wells Welsh

Sandra Wells Welsh was born on September 30, 1938 and passed away on Monday, September 11, 2017. Sandra was a resident of Texas at the time of passing. 

Koenig & Strickland Funeral Home La Grange, TX

Beverly Parker Weaver Tausend

Beverly Parker Weaver Tausend passed away peacefully on her 79th birthday on September 2nd in New York City.  A proud Texan and New Yorker, she is survived by her loving and grateful family including her husband Ronald Tausend, daughter Jonelle Weaver, son Jeffrey Tausend and brother Judge James A. Parker. An auburn-haired angel, she enriched everyone's life that she came in contact with. A former Michigan State graduate, fashion designer, artist and art teacher, she leaves behind a legacy of beauty, style and grace. She loved animals, and opened her home to many strays and abused animals over the years. We will miss her greatly. A memorial service will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to The American Cancer Society or ASPCA.

Published in The New York Times on Sept. 10, 2017

Roy Houston Hefley

Roy Houston Hefley
1938-2017

Roy Houston Hefley passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, August 31, 2017 following a long battle with myasthenia gravis at the age of 79. Roy leaves behind his wife Barbara of 61 years, his five children and their spouses, 15 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, brother in law, nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends.

Roy and Barbara were married on June 11, 1956. They shared a wonderful life together in the Houston area, raising their children and being involved in the community. Roy worked in the construction industry doing stucco and plastering. He retired "living his dream" in Schulenburg, Texas where he raised Santa Gertrudis cattle. He loved to sit on the front porch, visit with friends, work the ranch, and enjoy his many cats and peacocks.

In honor of Roy, please feel free to dress casual in your jeans, hat or boots. He wouldn't want it any other way. If you plan to send flowers, please send his favorite, the yellow rose of Texas, directly to the funeral home for the service. Services will be Monday, September 18, 2017 at 10:30 am, Memorial Oaks Funeral Home and Cemetery, 13001 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77079 in the Robert L. Waltrip Memorial Chapel. The viewing will be on Sunday, September 17, 2017 from 5-6:30 in the funeral home. Please plan to join the family for a lunch reception following the burial.

Published in Houston Chronicle on Sept. 10, 2017

Nelson Edward Hairston

Nelson Edward Hairston
November 9, 1937 - December 26, 2016

More information can be found from the funeral home website. 
http://www.hayesbrosfunerals.com/obituaries/Nelson-Edward-Hairston?obId=1260830#/celebrationWall



Services were held in Eustis, Florida.

Edward was a member of the mid-term Lamar '56 class.  Barbara Hairston has furnished her contact information in case you wish to contact her.  Barbara Hairston 926 No. Jericho Dr Casselbury, Fl 32707 Phone 407-388-0112

 

Joanne Eaker Lane

Joanne Eaker Lane  1938-2017
 

Joanne Eaker Lane died May 2, 2017 at the age of 78. She was born in Kansas and grew up in New Jersey until her father took a position teaching English Literature at the University of Houston. Joanne graduated from Lamar High School and Rice University, cum laude, with a B.A. in history. She taught at Lanier Junior High, 1960-1961. She married Don Lane, a geologist who earned his PhD. from Rice where they met. After they wed, they moved to Lafayette, La, Pittsburgh, Pa, Casper, Wy, Denver, Co, and Laramie, Wy. Then they returned to Houston in 1973 when Don took a new job as a petroleum geologist.
For twenty years, Joanne taught history for SBISD, at Westchester Senior High and Spring Woods Senior High. After retiring she became a docent at Bayou Bend, was active in West Harris County AAUW, Point/Counterpoint, and was an active member at the First Congregational Church.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Donald Wilson Lane, their three children, Marjorie and husband Mark Vetter of Montana, Jennifer and husband John Hamlin of Austin, Chris Lane of Houston, three grandsons, Tucker, Will, and Jack Hamlin, and her brother John Eaker and his wife Susan.
A memorial service will be held at 3 pm Saturday May 6th at First Congregational Church, 10840 Beinhorn Rd.  In lieu of flowers please donate to: Bayou Bend Fund by contacting Bradley Houston at bhouston@mfah.org or the charity of your choice .

Published in Houston Chronicle on May 5, 2017

Jane HodellRomine 1938-2016

Jane Hodell Romine, died early Monday morning, May 23, 2016, at her sister's home in Houston. Service: 10 a.m. Saturday, Funeral Mass at Trinity Episcopal Church, Mother Carlye Hughes, celebrant. Memorials: To honor Jane's memory, please remember Trinity Episcopal Church, 3401 Bellaire Drive South, 76109, or the charity of your choice . Jane Louise Hodell was born on Oct. 23, 1938, in Dallas, to Henry Louis and Ruth Richter Hodell. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from SMU where she was a member of Chi Omega. Jane and Joe were lifelong members of Trinity Episcopal Church where she was a Stephen Minister. She was also active in Bible Study Fellowship. Jane was a founding member of BRIT. Jane was a strong cancer survivor for nine years. Joe Tschudy Romine, her husband of 47 years, died just two months ago on March 14, 2016. Survivors: Sister, Betty Hodell Byrd and her children, Scott Byrd and his wife, Kimberly, and their sons, Josh and Ryan, Ruthie Byrd Chuvac and her husband, Gustavo, and their daughters, Brandi, Stephanie and Rey; sister-in-law, Nancy Romine Gillis and her daughters, Ellen Carpenter and her husband, Gary, and their children Ryan Harkrider and Holly Sadler, and Emily Craven and her husband, Mark, and their children, Mollie Craven and Will Craven. 

Published in Fort Worth Star-Telegram on May 26, 2016

Carole Haynes Ball

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Carole Haynes Ball
1938-2017

Carole Haynes Ball passed away Saturday, February 18, 2017. She was born September 27, 1938 in Port Arthur, Texas to Hinton W. and Lora Lee Haynes. Graduating from Lamar High School in 1956, she married the love of her life, William D. Ball and together they raised a family while he practiced dentistry in Bellaire, Texas. With friends and family, they enjoyed many adventures until his death in 1996. Carole continued their dream of retirement in Pagosa Springs, Colorado where she has lived since 1998. Carole is preceded in death by her parents and sister Martha. She is survived by her sister Janette Welz, numerous nieces and nephews and her children Cassandra Kane and husband Thomas, Rebekah Ball, Julia Smith and husband Justin, and William R. Ball. Grandchildren Valerie, Katie, Lola, Emalie, Ryan, Olivia, Charlotte, Katherine, Jenya, Brandon, Riley and William. Great-grandchildren Chavonne, Walter, Kevin, Caleb, Landon, Emilie and Ellie. 

The family will receive friends Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 12:00 noon with burial to follow at Forest Park-Westheimer Funeral Home, 12800 Westheimer Road at Dairy Ashford in Houston.
Arrangements under the direction of Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, Houston

Published in Houston Chronicle on Feb. 22, 2017

Margie Pyka Glenn

Marjorie Loraine Glenn

Marjorie (Pyka) Glenn, 78, of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2017.  Born on May 26, 1938, in Hallettsville, TX, she was the daughter of Frank and Frances Pyka.  She graduated from Lamar High School in Houston, TX and married her Sweetheart, Chester, in Houston on September 5, 1959.  Marjorie enjoyed gardening, cooking, canning preserves and playing cards with her friends.  She always put her family first and will be dearly missed.  Preceded in death by her parents, and  step-brother, Charlie Pyka (Molly),  Mrs. Glenn is survived by her Husband, Chester Lee Glenn, Jr; three sons, Ronnie  (Lisa), Jeffrey  (Rachel), and Michael  (Kim);  grandchildren, Alexandra, Haylee, Brendan, Dillon, Julie, Madison, Abby, and Samuel;  sister, Frankie Kosik of Wharton, TX.  The Visitation will be on Monday, January 23, at Vaughan’s Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with the Rosary at 7:00 p.m.  The Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, Jan 24 at 12:00 noon at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church.  Interment will follow in the Boerne Cemetery. 

ROBERT EADS 1938-2016

Robert Pope Eads, 77, joined the Heavenly Choir from his home on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016. Funeral: 10 a.m. Saturday in the Chapel of Lucas Funeral Home in Hurst. Interment: Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park in Colleyville. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening at Lucas Funeral Home. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Christian Classic Cruisers, www.christianclassiccruisers.com. 

Bob was born Nov. 26, 1938, in Houston. He graduated from University of Texas with a Bachelor of Science in Transportation in 1961. He and Rosalynn met in Odessa in 1963 and married on Aug. 14, 1965. They moved to Hurst in 1969 after he began his career with IBM in 1968. Bob served 30 years with IBM before retiring in 1994 and continued as a contractor until 2003. He served as a deacon and Sunday School Teacher at North Richland Hills Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Euless. Bob was a member of Christian Classic Cruisers with his prized 1967 Yellow Galaxie and a proud member of Gideons International. Bob was preceded in death by his father, Henry Ford Eads; and brother, Michael Ford Eads. Survivors: Mother, Pauline Eads of Bedford; loving wife of 51 years, Rosalynn Eads; daughters, Erin Eads Peart and husband, Greg, Robyn Eads Dobbs and husband, Mark, and Megan Eads Miller and husband, Chad; grandchildren, Trent and Grant Peart, Kyler and Addison Dobbs, and Maggie Kate Miller; and nieces, nephews, and extended family members. 

Published in Star-Telegram on Nov. 17, 2016

Glenn H. McCarthy, Jr.

Glenn H. McCarthy, Jr.
1938-2017
 

Glenn H. McCarthy, Jr. passed away on Thursday, the 12th of January 2017, in Houston. He was 78 years of age.

A more detailed and specific obituary is to be published in this Monday's edition of the Houston Chronicle.

A memorial service celebrating his life is to be conducted at ten o'clock in the morning on Wednesday, the 18th of January, at Chapelwood United Methodist Church, 11140 Greenbay Street in Houston, where Pastor Andy Cunningham is to officiate.  Immediately following, all are invited to greet the family during a reception in the adjacent Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of customary remembrances, and for those desiring, Monday's notice is to also include a listing of philanthropic organizations to which memorial contributions may be directed.

Published in Houston Chronicle from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2017