Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home

03/13/2026

Have you ever wondered what happens during an arrangement conference for a funeral? This article shares a few tips on what to expect and how you can prepare ahead of time.

Do you know what to expect at a funeral arrangement conference? Read over these tips so you can prepare for the conversation ahead of time.

03/13/2026

Wilburn Eugene Stovall, a longtime San Diegan and dedicated educator, passed away on February 10, 2026, at the age of 100.

Born in Richards, Texas, Wilburn (known as “Al” to his friends) joined the U.S. Navy at just 17 during World War II. After completing his training in San Diego, he served...

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03/11/2026

Cletus “Joe” Joseph Goetz, Jr., 90, of Willis went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Joe was born on October 13, 1935, in Rome Kentucky to Cletus Goetz and Louise Purcell. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, working as a mechanic on B-52 bomber hydraulics....

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03/11/2026

Stacy Michelle Galindo
Stacy Michelle Smith was born June 7, 1973 in Hondo Texas to David and Jeanie Smith. She went to be with her Lord and Savior December 30, 2025 in Galveston, TX. Stacy passed from this life due to complications from double pneumonia and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)....

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03/11/2026

Today, as we honor our funeral care colleagues around the country on National Funeral Director & Mortician Recognition Day, we want to say "thank you" for stepping into difficult situations, for offering kindness and compassion, and for going the extra mile for families in grief. Today is about you and making sure you know just how valuable you are to the community!

03/10/2026

Donna Fay Konieczny entered heaven peacefully to be with Jesus on March 9, 2026, after a 6-month journey and battle with pancreatic cancer. She fought to the end with family and friends surrounding her daily at her side cheering her on. As much as she could mom-maintained grace, compassion and...

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03/10/2026

Marvin Allie Morris, known as Pete, was born April 30, 1932, in Kaw County, Oklahoma. He was born to Flossie Pearl Southard and Marvin DeWitt Morris. His father died when he was only a year and a half old. Flossie Pearl later married Clifton Baker, who gave him the nickname Pete—a name that...

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03/09/2026

Paul Overton Ridings Jr. passed away on March 6, 2026, at the age of 77.
Paul Ridings Jr. was born on June 12,1948, in Fort Worth, Texas to Paul O. Ridings and Freddie Ridings. He would go on to become a third-generation journalist and public relations practitioner. Paul Ridings Jr. graduated cum...

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03/09/2026

Barbara Allene (Lewis) Boyd, age 81, of Huntsville, Texas, was born on July 13, 1944, in Buckholts, Texas. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 6, 2026, peacefully at her home in Huntsville.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Wilford Bedford and Dollie Florence Lewis.
She...

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03/09/2026

03/07/2026

Cynthia (Cindy) Diane Farris Johnson

June 20, 1957 – March 6, 2026
Preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Elaine Farris, brother, Ronald Dean Farris, sister, Carol Wise, and nephew, Lane Lawson.
Survived by husband, Donnie Johnson, sons, Casey and wife Jennifer, Dean Johnson and wife...

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03/07/2026

Someday, we may not have to reset our clocks, but until then, make sure to spring forward tonight!