Gregor V. Baker
May 10, 1948 — March 6, 2004
NAVASOTA — Graveside services for Gregor V. Baker, 55, of Millican are set for 11 a.m. Saturday at Wheat Cemetery.
Tommy Lyons will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Lindley-Robertson-Holt Funeral Home in Navasota.Mr. Baker died Saturday in Ecuador.He was born in Baytown and was a volunteer with the Peace Corps. He had lived in Millican for the past 30 years. He attended Idaho State University. Mr. Baker graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Baytown, and upon his return from Vietnam he attended the University of Texas and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. He traveled the world and was most recently a Peace Corps volunteer in Ecuador at the time of his death. He was a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was a Methodist.
Survivors include a son, Travis Baker of Lafayette, La.; a daughter, Anna Baker of Millican; a brother and sister-in-law, Carson and Bev Baker of Shelbyville, Ky.; his mother, Gwen Royder-Williams of Fredericksburg; and a grandson.

Cynthia Huron Trout

Cynthia Ann Trout, 58, died Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at her home in Livingston, Texas.
She is survived by her husband Dave of Livingston, TX., Robert Huran (Brother) of Centerville, TX, Linda Kay Otero (Daughter) of Loraine, OH, Davy Clinton Trout (son) of Loraine, OH, Michael "B.J" Trout (son) of Conroe, Tx, Deborah Darrow (daughter) of Shepherd, Tx, Travis Trout (son) of LaPorte, Tx. Tammy Scott (daughter) of Fontana, Ca, Paul Finney (son) of Livingston, TX, Numerous Grandchildren (nephews & cousins), J.B. Miks (uncle) of Baytown, and TX, Gilbert Miks (uncle)
She was preceded in death by her father Darius Trout, her mother Geral Miks Huron, and her brother Harold Huron. She was born was October 0, 1947 in Goose Creek, Texas the daughter of Darius and Geral (Miks) Trout. Pallbearers will be Chris Cole, Joseph Darrow, Travis Trout, Michael Trout, Paul Finney & Corey Brandon Trout.  Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Cochran Funeral Home Livingston. Pastor Jack Hagee will be officiating. Burial will be in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Livingston.

From the Viet Nam Wall:

Roger Smelser was born on July 9, 1948.  He was single and of the Baptist religion. He became a member of the Army while residing in Baytown, Texas and attained the rank of PFC (E3).  On March 8, 1969 at the age of 26, Roger Smelser gave his life in the service of our country in South Vietnam, Thus Thien Province.  You can find Roger Smelser honored on the Vietnam Memorial Wall on Panel 30W, Row 81.

Mary Ann Nichols Williams passed away of heart failure on August 16, 1994 at the Moody House Edgewater Retirement Community, where she was a resident intern in preparation for the Methodist Ministry.  She leaves behind three children, Richard B. Hughes, Darcy Williams, and David Williams.  Mary used to say that she wanted to be the one mother to whose house all the kids in the neighborhood would come over to play, because they felt safe there.  Her untimely death cut short her attempt to expand that sentiment to the rest of the world.  I believe that everyone she touched was better off for having known her.  May she rest in peace.

 

submitted by Richard L. Hughes, Class of 1966.

Dallas died March 4, 2003 of heart disease. He had been married to Sharon Richardson Spurlock since 1963. He had 2 children Shari and Shane and 2 grandchildren, Blaine and Blake

Maria DeJesus Del Toro

Maria “Mary Jane” DeJesus Del Toro, 59, of Baytown, passed away Monday, September 18, 2006, at a local hospital. She was born August 25, 1947, to Jesus and Simona (Olachia) Del Toro, in Baytown, TX.

She was a graduate of Robert E. Lee High School, a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and also a member of The Altar Society. After retiring from nursing, she enjoyed sewing and watching the Astros, but her most favorite time was spent with her grandchildren, who she adored.

Maria was a devoted mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and a treasured friend to many. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Preceded in death by her father, Jesus Del Toro and sister, Geneva Avalos, she is survived by her loving daughters, Rachel Hewitt and her husband, Michael, of Baytown, Christine Taylor and her husband, Ervin, of Baytown, and Andrea Mayfield and her husband, Clint, of Deer Park; mother, Simona Del Toro; brothers, Luz Del Toro and his wife, Delores, of Seabrook, Antonio Del Toro and his wife, Elizabeth, of Baytown, and Carlos Del Toro and his wife, Melissa, of Baytown; grandchildren, Aaron and Kaylie Hewitt, Olivia, Marcus and Noah Taylor and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Honoring the family as pallbearers will be Michael Hewitt, Ervin Taylor, Clint Mayfield, Benjamin Del Toro, Mark Del Toro, Brent Del Toro, Eric Del Toro and Joe Del Toro. Honorary pallbearers are Luz Del Toro, Antonio Del Toro, Carlos Del Toro, Abel Del Toro, Alford Rodriguez and Daniel Avalos.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 21, 2006, from 6 to 9 pm with a rosary at 7 pm at the Chapel of Crespo & Jirrels Funeral Home. A funeral mass will be held 10:00 am Friday, September 22, 2006, at St Joseph Catholic Church with Rev. Dwight Canizares as celebrant. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Crespo & Jirrels Funeral and Cremation Services, 6123 Garth Rd., Baytown, 281.839.0700. To view the obituary and post an online tribute to the family, visit:

www.crespoandjirrels.com

Ancelmo "Al"Juarez

Ancelmo (Al) Juarez, Jr., 61, of New Orleans, LA and formerly of Baytown, TX, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2007. He was born on August 12, 1945 in New Gulf, Texas. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1966.

He is preceded in death by his parents Arnulfo C. Villarreal and Luisa (Amaro) Villarreal. He is survived by his brother, Robert Juarez, of Palacios, Texas, sisters Eva DeLeon and Maria Garza of Houston, TX; sons Tommy Juarez, of Colorado Springs, CO, Andy Juarez, of Providence RI, Juan Carlos, of Deer Park, TX, and daughters Angel Hux, of Baytown, Texas and Misti Juarez, of Houston Texas; companion Mary Reuter and daughter Christian of New Orleans, LA; grandchildren Jonas Rodriguez, Jr., Jacob Rodriguez, Joshua Rodriguez, Juliana Marie Hux, and Kayla Alicia Juarez and numerous family and friends.

Services are pending through Morales Funeral Home, 2901 Canal Street, Houston, Texas; (713) 223-1167. Funeral services will be held at 11am on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at St. Patrick’s Church, 4918 Cochran Street, Houston, Texas; (713) 695-0631.

Becky Suzanne Holder Renaud

Becky Suzanne Holder Renaud, 58, of Seabrook, passed away on June 17, 2007 due to an illness that took her precious life too soon. She was a loving, caring, passionate daughter and friend to many friends and family. Becky enjoyed traveling the hills of Texas, walking on the beach and spending time with friends and family. She was also a member of the Methodist faith.

Born and raised in Baytown, Becky graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and then continued her studies at Southwest Texas State University where she graduated with a degree in Education. She taught school for 30 years, 20 years with Goose Creek ISD and 10 years with LaMarque ISD.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at the Navarre Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Baytown with Rev. Ken Goodell officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, June 19, 2007 at the Navarre Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Baytown.
She was preceded in death by: Mother: Palma Holder and Cousin: Clay Vincent.

Survivors include: Father: Prentice Holder of Hemphill; Adoptive Daughter: Lynette Thompson and her husband David; Cousins: Robin Little and Family, Sherrill Chaffin and Family, Ronnie Callaway and Family, Gary Vincent and Family and Sammy Vincent and Family; Aunt: Freda Riley Ripkowski and a host of friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society 18301 Egret Bay Blvd, Houston, TX 77058 (281) 335-1411.

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

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

Published June 19, 2007

Leslie Carter

Leslie “Les” Lee Carter, 59, of Alvin, Texas passed away June 25, 2007.

He was born November 18, 1947 to J.B. and Dorothy (Wilburn) Carter in Baytown, Texas. He was a loving son, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many.

Les was a quiet man, rather private but loved his family and friends very much. He worked as a journeyman since 1972. Les was a member and had 39 years good standing with IPEW Local Union #527 of Galveston County. He was a 17-year member of the John Mitchell Masonic Lodge #1401 in Hitchcock, Texas. Les loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman.

Lounelle O'Grady Thompson

On July 15, 2007, LOUNELLE THOMPSON passed away surrounded by family and friends. Lounelle, born July 22, 1948, was the daughter of Norman B. O'Grady and Ruth C. O'Grady. They raised her in Baytown, Texas where her love for music and singing became evident at an early age. Lounelle's passion for music and singing carried on throughout her entire life and loved to share her talents with family and friends. Lounelle's love for life is noticed by everyone that had the privilege of knowing her and being a part of her life. Her contagious laughter and presence will be heard and felt always by all of those who loved her. A devoted and beloved mother, Lounelle is survived by her son, Jack Scott; her daughter, Katelyn Christine; and many other close family members and friends including Gayle "Birdie" Marrs, Billie Shadid and Debbie Canales. The Thompson family would also like to Thank all of the hospital staff at St. David's hospital for all of their help and support for Lounelle and the family during this hard time. Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm 8:00 pm on Friday, July 20, at Wilke-Clay-Fish Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 21 at Wilke-Clay-Fish Chapel, followed by a Celebration of Lounelle's life at the family home. Arrangements by Wilke-Clay-Fish Funeral Home, 2620 S. Congress, Austin, TX 512/442-1446. You may view memorials at www.wcfish.com.
Published in the Houston Chronicle on 7/19/2007.