Mavris Sandra (Sandy) Smith 1938-2019

Mavris Sandra (Sandy) Smith 1938-2019

 

Sandy Smith, 81, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 12, 2019, at Orange Park Medical Center.

 

Sandy was born September 1, 1938, in Montgomery, Alabama, to Percy and Mavis Smith. She graduated from Rice University in 1960, with a Bachelor of Arts degree, and became a researcher at Bowman Gray School of Medicine. She later graduated from the University of Florida with a Master of Education degree in 1980. Sandy spent 37 years teaching biology in both Duval and Bradford counties. She was well-respected within the educational community, being recognized as the Teacher of the Year for Bradford County.

 

Sandy was a talented tap dancer, currently dancing with the Minettes. She also was a gifted artist, preferring the media of oil and pastel. Sandy was an avid Gator fan and attended games for many years. She also volunteered within the Clay County school system.

 

Sandy is survived by her dear friend and companion, Allison Aljets; sister, Ginny Schoolfield (Kerry); brother, Percy A. Smith, Jr. (Mira), Traci Tennant, Gayle Aljets, Terri Gooding (Rick); grandsons, Brandon Prevatt (Amber), Jason Prevatt (Kelli), and Cory Tennant; granddaughter, Brittany Howell (Tyler); nephews, Matt Schoolfield (Kristin), Steve Hogue (Tammy); nieces, Alisa Wamble (Danny), Lori Smith (Bill), Sarah Petrino (David), Linda Selby; six great grandchildren; ten great nieces and nephews; and her beloved Shihpoo, Phoebe. Sandy is predeceased by her parents and Greg Aljets.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at Oaklawn Cemetery, 4801 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville, Florida 32207.

 

Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens, THE OAKLAWN CHAPEL, 4801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville 904-737-7171.

DOROTHY ISAAC KIGHT

 

Dorothy Isaac Kight 1938-2020

Dorothy Kight passed away peacefully on November 21, 2020 to spend eternity with her savior, Jesus Christ. She is now home and reunited with her husband, Michael John Robson Kight, her brother, Edward Charles "Ike" Isaac Jr., and her parents, Edward Charles Isaac and Ruth Purdy Isaac.
Dorothy was born on October 25, 1938 in Houston, Texas. She attended River Oaks Elementary, Lanier Junior High, Lamar High School, and the University of Texas at Austin. She married Michael John Robson Kight on November 18, 1961 at St. Anne Catholic Church. Dorothy and Mike enjoyed eight wonderful years in the Larchmont neighborhood where they made lifelong friends. In 1970, Dorothy and Mike moved to the house on Pelham Drive where Dorothy was raised. Their home was a meeting place for adults and children for over 27 years. Dorothy always had the door open and was the consummate hostess. Dorothy and Mike eventually left Houston and spent their twilight years on the San Bernard River in Sweeny, Texas. This was Mamma Sue's happy place, as she was lovingly known to her grandkids. If she was not edging the yard with scissors or tending to her plants, she was enjoying the peacefulness and beauty of the river.
Dorothy was admired for her quiet, reserved and polite disposition. She had so many sweet and loyal friends gathered from her school days and commitments to Tri Delta Sorority, PEO Sisterhood, River Oaks Garden Club, the Brown Thumb Garden Club from Larchmont, The Church of St. John the Divine, St. Anne Catholic Church, St Thomas Mother's Club, The Guild Shop, and so many more. She had an amazing life surrounded by the love and admiration of family and friends.
Her children always said it and believe it to be true; she was a living angel. She loved the Lord completely and was servant hearted in a way that is seldom seen these days. Dorothy Kight will always be the finest example of the generous and selfless life that Christ asks of us all.
Dorothy is survived by her three sons and their families; Renee and Michael Kight and their children and families, Anna and Johnny Kight and their son Luca, Kayla and Jake Kight, Annie and Kelly Kuni, and Ashley Kight; Catherine and Rick Kight and their children CJ, Kristin and William; Hollianne and Allen Kight and their children Bryan and Ellie.
Due to the current health crisis, the family will conduct a private burial at Glenwood Cemetery later this year. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorial contributions be directed to Camp Allen, 18800 FM 362, Navasota, Texas 77868 or https://www.campallen.org/support.html .
While we mourn her loss, as Dorothy always said, "This too shall pass." This is the hope we have in Jesus, and for this, we give eternal praise!

 

Carol Kinney Williams

 Carol Kinney Williams 1938-2020

 

Carol Kinney Williams, the most zestful life-lover that many of her friends or family have ever known, passed in Dallas, Texas on November 1, 2020, a day short of her 82nd birthday.

"Carol" to husband Jimmy, her family and friends; or "Mama" to Trey, Todd, and Leslie; or "Gigi" to her four grandsons: Tanner, Ben, Jack and Joe; has died after a brief illness. A survivor of the mid-century Texas polio epidemic, our beloved matriarch is now dancing with Jimmy and running around Heaven seeing all the sights. The face she longed for the most has always been that of her Savior, Jesus Christ, and we have no doubt she rushed to His Arms at full speed with brand new legs.

Carol was born in Dallas, Texas on November 2, 1938 and grew up in the Houston area the daughter of Harry A. Kinney, an insurance professional, and Betty Winn Kinney, a homemaker. As a 6-year-old girl, in 1945, Carol was stricken with polio, a horrible disease that afflicted many American children in the years before the vaccine. At the Sister Kenny Institute in Minneapolis, Carol spent a year fighting to survive while separated from her family. She emerged from this ordeal with a permanent limp and an iron will to live her life with gusto.

After graduating Lamar High School in 1956, Carol, a talented pianist, attended SMU-Dallas and received her Bachelor of English in 1961. At SMU, Carol met Jimmy, a trained tenor, and from that moment on they accompanied each other. Carol was instrumental, through her boundless gift of evangelism, in Jimmy’s decision of faith. They served in full time ministry, first with Campus Crusade, and then with Probe Ministries, for the rest of their lives. They were married in 1963 and raised three children: Trey (1964), Todd (1968), and Leslie (1970).

In the mid-1980s, Carol, along with other survivors of the polio era, began to experience what came to be termed “post-polio syndrome” where sufferers had some of the same symptoms previously thought conquered. Carol fought back, hard, and founded the Dallas-Area Post Polio Association to foster community with her fellow survivors. During this work, Carol completed her Master’s in Counseling (LPC) at North Texas University in 1989 and practiced for several years until retirement.

Our Gigi had a zest for life that lit up the room. She never met a travel brochure she didn’t like. She meticulously researched the local cuisine to ensure she didn’t miss a single sensation. She was passionate about sharing her faith. And she loved her family with all her heart. She will be missed for her lusty laugh, her sincere love of people, and her relish of life.

Carol is survived by son and daughter-in-law Trey and Aide Williams of Plano; son and daughter-in-law Todd and Amy Williams of Dallas; daughter and son-in-law Leslie and Matt Blum of Carrollton; grandchildren Tanner Williams, Ben Williams, Jack Williams and Joe Williams; sisters Sue Patrick and Harriett Linenberger of Houston; brother Alex Kinney of Houston; and extended family and friends.

“Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: 'Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.'” Proverbs 31:28-29

After a private burial at Sparkman-Hillcrest Cemetery in Dallas, a celebration of Carol's life will be held at 11 o'clock AM on November 14, 2020 at Grace Bible Church, 11306 Inwood Rd, Dallas, TX 75229. Masks Required. Reception immediately following.

The service will be livestreamed and recorded at the following link:
https://livestream.com/accounts/23169952/events/6961783

Wayne Lewis Tennison

Wayne Lewis Tennison

February 17, 1938 – October 9, 2020

Wayne Lewis Tennison, 82, of Houston, Texas passed away peacefully on October 9, 2020 with his wife, Carolyn, of 44 years by his side.

Wayne was born on February 17, 1938 in Tulsa, OK to George Thomas Tennison and Caroline Lewis Tennison. The family moved to Houston during Wayne’s childhood. Wayne graduated from Lamar high school at the top of his class and went on to graduate from Rice University with a Bachelor of Arts in 1960. He then attended the University of Texas, and later graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering in 1972. Wayne also served as a reservist in the United States Air Force and completed his tenure. He was employed by Harris County to design and engineer roads and bridges and retired in 1998 after 26 years of service. Wayne married Carolyn Lehmann on May 15, 1976 and they lived out their life serving their church in several capacities, he played his banjo in church and helped his wife with a bread ministry to welcome visitors to the church. He was a great banjo player and enjoyed playing with the Bayou Banjo Club and traveling to play his banjo with them. Wayne was also a licensed real estate agent and practiced real estate in his free time.

Wayne is proceeded in death by his parents, George and Caroline Tennison, and his brother George “Buddy” Tennison. Wayne is survived by his wife, Carolyn Lehmann Tennison of Houston and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff at Brookdale of the Heights for their compassionate care of Wayne in his final days.

Family and friends will gather and celebrate this wonderful man's life during a visitation at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 800 Houston, Ave. in Houston, where funeral services, led by Reverend Michael P. Dorn, Senior Pastor, will begin at 10:30 a.m. Graveside services and interment will follow at Forest Park Westheimer, also in Houston.

In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Wayne to the music ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church Downtown at 800 Houston Ave. Houston, TX 77002.

 

BETTY HART DASCOMB 1938-2020

 

Betty Hart Dascomb   September 22, 1938- September 14,2020

Betty was born in Houston, Texas and grew up in Bellaire, Texas. She married George Dascomb in 1956 and resided in TX, FL, and CA while George served in the U.S. Navy. They settled in Houston, Texas where they raised two sons. Sugar Land, Texas was their home for the last 30 years where Betty was a long-time member of Sugar Land Baptist Church.
Betty is preceded in death by her husband Geroge A. Dascomb; son, David R. Dascomb; brother James L. Hart Jr. She is survived by son, Greg A. Dascomb; nephew, J.L. Hart III; niece, Jamie Fertk.
An Inurnment will take place at a later date.

 

Pat Brazell

Patricia Brazell Sledge 1937 - 2019
 

Patricia B Sledge 81, went to be with her Lord and Savior September 10, 2019. She was surrounded by her family as she made her journey home.

Pat was born November 7, 1937 in Houston TX to Elbert E. (Gene) Brazell and Peggy C. Henry. She called The Woodlands area her home for more than 50 years. She was a member of the Woodlands United Methodist Church.

Pat celebrated her life with her husband Earl V "Rusty" Sledge for more than 59 years. Together they had two daughters, Stacy and Shannon. She retired from CISD after 29 years with the majority of those years being spent at Oak Ridge High school. During her teaching career she influenced many, made lifelong friends, and found fulfillment in helping others. She continued celebrating the first day of school long after retirement with the new tradition of having breakfast together with other retirees. Pat partnered with one of her best friends, Lisa Martin, forming the business Antiques & Almost where they enjoyed woodworking and antiques for more than 20 years.

Pat was also a founding member and prominent part of "The Bridge Club" that met regularly with the same group of women for more than 49 years.

Pat loved her family and enjoyed spending time watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren playing lacrosse, swimming, baseball and equestrian.

She was an accomplished quilter. She started in her early thirties and it soon became her life long enjoyment. Every year she made sure to have a new quilt made for a different family member for Christmas.

Pat surprised herself several years ago adopting a Shitz Shu puppy she named Bailey. Bailey was a daily enjoyment that Pat cherished dearly.

She is preceded in death by her father Gene Brazell, as well as her mother and stepfather, Peggy C and Robert A Henry.

She is survived by husband Earl V "Rusty" Sledge. Daughter Stacy S McNeil and partner Donna Armstrong of Houston, TX. Daughter Shannon Tinley and husband Scott, and their children Carson and Mason, of Cypress, TX. Grandchild Erin Swearingen and husband Bryan and their children Tara, Ty and Luke of Huntsville, TX.

Visitation will be Monday, September 16, 2019 from 5 PM to 7 PM at Cashner Funeral Home, 801 Teas Rd. (FM 3083) Conroe, Texas 77303.

Services will be held Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10 AM at The Woodlands United Methodist Church, Robb Chapel

2200 Lake Woodlands Dr. the Woodlands, TX 77380

To leave condolences for the family, please go to cashnerconroe.com

 

Richard Douglass Gage 1937-2020

Richard Douglass Gage 1937-2020

Richard (Dick) Douglass Gage, 82, of Houston, Texas died June 29, 2020, after a short illness. He was born September 14, 1937 in Houston, Texas, the son of James D. and Elizabeth Zumwalt Gage.

He attended and graduated from Lamar High School in1956, then enlisted in the US Navy and was proud to serve his country. He was aboard the USS Olmsted when they landed at Beirut, Lebanon and has shared that story with his grandchildren. He was discharged from the Navy in 1961 and returned to Houston. He then married JoAnn Hall Gage in 1959 and started a family, sons, Ricky and Glenn and daughter, Cheri. Richard loved sports and coached his boys through the years in Baseball and Football and until his passing, was still called Coach by their friends. Richard worked for WS Bellows Construction and attended the University of Houston for 9 nine years while working full time and raising a family. He graduated with a Business Degree and was on the Dean’s list. Richard worked for WS Bellows for 22 years starting on the construction side of the business and ending his career there as a manager in the IT department. He loved computers and worked in the IT field until retirement. He was an avid coin collector, interested in WWI and WWII, gun collector, wood worker, loved the beach and started playing softball in 1995. His family grew with the marriages of children and the start of grandchildren and his role as “Poppie”. He cared for his wife, JoAnn during her battle with cancer and lost her in 1999 after 40 years of marriage.
The next chapter of his life included new passions and adventures. He met Almena Downey, who was his companion for 20 years until his passing. They traveled, attended softball tournaments around the country and attended church together at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church until it relocated, settling into the congregation of The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, in which he was baptized.

He continued to play softball and was a member of the Harris County Senior Softball league where he served as coach, working on the fields, in charge of uniforms for the league and most of all enjoying playing. Bayland Park named a street after him, Dick Gage Avenue to honor his contribution to the league. He was inducted into the Texas Senior Softball Hall of Fame in 2014. Richard loved sports and was an avid Houston Oilers and then Houston Texas fan and rarely missed attending a game being a longtime season pass holder.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Jo Ann Hall Gage; and son, Richard (Ricky) D Gage, Jr. He is survived by his companion, Almena Downey of Houston, TX; son, Glenn Gage and wife, Rebecca of Conroe, TX; daughter, Cheri Tamborello and husband, Paul of Houston, TX; daughter-in-law, Deanna Stewart Gage of Katy, TX; grandchildren, Gabrielle Gage, Ashton Guerra and husband Matthew Guerra, Brittney Tamborello, Lath Gage, Michelle Gage and Justin Tamborello; great-grandchildren, Adam Diaz and Slade Guerra; brother, John Gage; Almena’s two children and two grandchildren; Along with many other relatives and friends.

Private services will be held for family in the near future.

Donations in Richard’s honor can be directed to one of the following charities; MD Anderson Cancer Center, Halo House Foundation, or The Alzheimer’s Association.