All Tributes - Dayton & Anahuac, TX

Dorothy Faye O’Neal Cassman, 93, of Crosby, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. She was born in Dallas, Texas, on October 10, 1926, to parents Wilbert Scott Terry and Faye Richmond. Dorothy worked as a secretary to the superintendent in Dayton ISD and Houston ISD. Upon retirement, she remained active in several organizations such as the Order of Eastern Stars, Lake Houston Property Association, Lake Houston Garden Club, and Lake Houston Methodist Church. Dorothy never...

Sloan Meric Havard, 2, of Anahuac, Texas, gained his angel wings on Friday, September 4, 2020. He was born on November 24, 2017 in Houston, Texas to Hunter Wayne Havard and Jordan-Madison Nicole Stewart Havard. His family had many names for him such as Baby Sloan and Sloaney Bologna. Baby Sloan was a silly little boy who loved laughing and running around in circles until he was dizzy. He would chase his dog around and hoped that his dog would chase him back. Sloaney Bologna was a tough guy...

Mario De La Cruz, 77, of Anahuac, Texas, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2020. He was born on April 9, 1943, in Victoria, Coahuila, Mexico to Jose Maria De La Cruz and Natividad Marin De La Cruz. Mario loved going fishing and opening up a good cold beer. He was affectionately known as “Tata” by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mario was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend that will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He...

Gilbert Thomas, 82, of Dayton, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 31, 2020, and his 82nd birthday in Baytown, Texas. He was born on August 31, 1938, in Chatignier, Louisiana, the second son born to the late Pete and Elvina Frank Thomas. Gilbert came from a home that was dedicated in their faith and attended church regularly. Gilbert worked for many years in maintenance with Sunbelt Works in Dayton until his retirement. He was a quiet and hardworking man who believed in always...

Betty Jean Thompson Frazar, 78, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2020, at her residence with her family at her side. She was born on November 12, 1941, in Houston, Texas to Charles Herman Thompson and Mary Lee Ready Thompson. Betty worked as a Mail Carrier for the United States Post Office in Baytown, Texas and retired after working for 22 years. She then opened a boutique at Ricks Cabaret and The Century where she served as house mom for many years. Then went on to open...

Lolita Bernice Hubbard, 92, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2020, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 12, 1927, in Houston, Texas, to the late Anthony and Antoinette Pizzo Tavary. Lolita graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Baytown, class of 1945. She attended nursing school in Cleveland, Texas, and graduated as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Lolita worked as an LVN for numerous years before her official retirement. Lolita was...

Glenda Diane Trant, 72, a lifelong resident of Anahuac, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2020, at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 14, 1948, in Anahuac, Texas to the late Haskell and Donna Mae House York. Glenda graduated from Anahuac High School, class of 1966.  Glenda worked for many years at Security State Bank and then in purchasing for Chambers County before retiring. She pursued many interests, some of which included cooking,...

Pauline Haywood Davis, 83, formerly of Dayton, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at her daughter’s home in Bonaire, Georgia, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 17, 1937, in Longview, Texas, to the late Thomas and Gladys Marrow Haywood. Pauline, affectionately known as “Memaw” by so many, was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Pauline enjoyed shopping at Belks, going to the casino, and playing slot...