Ernest Montemayor, age 83, of Alvin, Texas, passed away on February 28, 2021. He was born on March 17, 1937 in Alvin, Texas to parents Pedro Montemayor and Matilde Reyes Montemayor. He has been a lifetime resident of Alvin. He has been married to the love of his life Dolia Ramos for 63 years. His passions were gardening, reading, traveling, and remodeling. He enjoyed all sports and he was a big fan of The Dallas Cowboys.     Ernest is preceded in death by his parents: Matilde and...

Robert Joseph Barni, 68, of Alvin passed away on January 15, 2021 in Galveston. Robert began his life journey on January 19, 1952 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania when he was born to parents Albert and Delores (Gazowski). He moved from Pennsylvania to Alvin in 1975. He married Pamula White on July 4, 1994 they have been married for over 30 years. Robert took pride in taking care of the things that he owned and kept his cars and trucks immaculate and his house in order. He also enjoyed taking...

Albert Lester Murphree, 66, of Alvin passed away on October 10, 2020. Albert was born on March 3, 1954 in Breckenridge, Texas to John Charles Murphree. Albert moved from Oregon to Alvin in 2015. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and karaoke. Albert was preceded in death by his father, John Charles Murphree, his brother Bobby, and his sister Barbara. He is survived by his son Shannon Murphree and wife Mary Ellen of Alvin, his brother Sam Murphree, and his grandson John Andrew Murphree.

Josephine Chavez, age 100, of Alvin passed away on July 18, 2020. She was born in Ganado, Texas to parents Louis Martinez and Guadalupe (Coronado) Martinez on November 27, 1919. Josephine loved her family more than anything and enjoyed spending time with them. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mike Chavez; and parents, Louis and Guadalupe Martinez. Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Jesse Chavez, Sr. and wife Maria; grandchildren: Jesse Chavez, Jr. and wife Veronica,...

Trae Ace Reed, age 50, of Alvin traded his Harley for his wings on July 13, 2020. He was born on June 16, 1970 in Cuero, Texas to parents, Charles Spencer Reed and Anne Yvonne Franklin Lindsey. Trae loved to share his faith, love of music, and hand-picked gifts with his friends and family. Trae was preceded in death by his father Charles Spencer Reed. Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Anne Franklin; his siblings: Troy McBride, Trent Chatham and wife Susan, Tresa Weinhold and...

Nancy (Reyna) Martinez, age 74 of Alvin passed away on July 8, 2022. She was born in Bay City, Texas to parents Pedro Reyna and Tommie (Rodriguez) Reyna on September 27, 1945. Nancy enjoyed to go shopping, especially for jewelry. She liked to go out to eat with her friends. For the past 5 or so years before she got sick, she participated in decorating competitions at her residence and she won every year! Most of all, Nancy loved her family dearly, especially her poodle...

Sharon (Yount) Moore, a twenty-five year resident of Alvin passed away in the early morning hours of June 30, 2020. She was born on December 6, 1944 to Thadis Yount and Annie Bell (Newsome) Yount in Rockdale, Texas, where she was the youngest of five children. Before moving to Alvin, Sharon was a long time resident of Pasadena. Sharon had three children, Sherry Boyd of Alvin, Brandi Armstead of Houston, and James Bales of Austin. She was a member of Prevailing Faith Church, Pasadena. Sharon...

Stephen Raymond King Sr., age 89 of Alvin passed away on June 11, 2020. He was born in Cushing, Texas to parents Ira King and Mertyl (Seelbach) King on November 20, 1930. He worked as an engineer for many years and he retired from Conoco. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Mertyl King; wife JoAnne King. Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Kimberly Abrahamson and husband Charles Elliott; sons Stephen King Jr. (& wife Cindy) and Roger King; grandchildren Kyle...

Donald Wayne Reed, age 76 of Austin passed away on May 16, 2020. He was born on August 22, 1943 in Austin, Texas to parents Herman A. Reed and Annie Francis (Carline) Reed. Don remained there until he moved to Friendswood two years ago. He married the love of his life, Joyce (Felfe) Reed on May 4, 1962 in Thorndale, Texas. Dad and mom just celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary. Don and Joyce were lifelong members of Hope Lutheran and Redeemer Lutheran in Austin. In his younger years, he...

Joyce Fay (Bruce) Collins, age 88 of Pearland passed away on May 10, 2020. She was born in Alvin, Texas to parents Earl Bruce and Alma (Moore) Bruce on February 18, 1932. She lived in Pearland since 1935. Joyce went to Pearland High School and was an avid volleyball player. She married the love of her life, Alfred Collins on October 19, 1950. They met while Joyce was working as a waitress. As she walked by Alfred, Joyce kicked him. They were married two weeks later until Alfred’s death...