The Obituary Section

Charlie Lou Paysse

, Texas

July 26, 2026

Charlie Lou Paysse passed away on July 27 2026 surrounded by her family in Jennie Sealy Hospital Galveston Texas just next door to the hospital in which she was born. She was born Charlie Lou Moses on August 18 1943 in John Sealy Hospital in Galveston Texas to parents Emily Moses ne Nelson and Charley Moses in the midst of World War II in which her father served. She excelled in her studies and graduated from Galvestons Ball High School in 1961. Home from the University of Texas after her first semester she was set up on a New Years Eve blind date with Temple Paysse changing her lifes course. Temple was a graduate student at the Iliff School of Theology in Denver Colorado and Charlie soon transferred her studies to Denver University. Temple and Charlie were married in Galveston on June 22 1963. Temple joined the Navy as a…

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Faustino Pena

, Texas

Faustino Pea Silva age 91 of Galveston Texas passed away peacefully on August 9th surrounded by loved ones. Faustino was born February 151935 in Matamoros Mexico to Encarnacion and Irene Pea. He was a beloved husband father and grandfather who touched the lives of many with his kindness humor faith and strength. For 63 beautiful years Faustino shared his life with his beloved wife Maria together they built a family filled with love memories laughter and traditions that will continue for generations to come. Throughout his life Faustino enjoyed working in his garden carpentry and spending time with loved ones. Finding great joy in the simple moments shared with family and friends. Faustino was a dedicated and hardworking man who proudly worked for the Galveston Daily News for 50 years. His commitment and dedication to his work were recognized in 2015 by Governor of Texas Greg Abbott and the Texas…

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Susan Marie Rougraff

, Texas

a beloved mother grandmother sister and faithful servant of God entered into eternal rest on Saturday August 15 2026 in Houston Texas surrounded by her loving children. Born on March 30 1953 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania she was the eldest child of Dr. Maurice Rougraff and Regina Di Leonardo Rougraff. Throughout her life Susan exemplified her Catholic faith through prayer compassion service to others and unwavering trust in God. She was a devoted member of St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church where she faithfully served through the hospitality ministry and touched the lives of many with her kindness encouragement and generous spirit. Susan dedicated her life to caring for others both personally and professionally. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Cizik School of Nursing at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and spent her career serving patients in intensive care home health and as…

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Dorothy Mittelsted

, Texas

Dorothy was born the first daughter and third child of Charlie and Evie Matejka on February 27 1935. After graduating as salutatorian from Santa Fe High School in 1953 she married James Mittelsted and raised three children. Being very active in the sport of bowling Dorothy coached the children and juniorsenior bowlers while she and James owned the Dickinson Bayou Bowl bowling center from 19621969. She continued to be an active bowler throughout her adult life winning the TWBA State Championship in Division A in 1983. She retired from bowling in 1992 and took up quilting. She hosted a small quilt group in her home from 1992 through 2011 where she helped teach friends and family the art of quilting. Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents Charlie and Evie Martha Manthei Matejka her youngest son Jerry Lee Mittelsted Sr. brothers Raymond Eugene and Robert Matejka. Survivors include her…

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Victor "Vic" Williams

, Texas

Victor "Vic" Williams passed away peacefully on Sunday August 2 2026 in League City Texas following a sudden illness. He was surrounded by love with his devoted wife of 27 years Kathy Williams by his side in his final hours. Vic was born on July 12 1946 in Meridian Mississippi. At a young age he moved to Texas with his parents where he spent the rest of his life. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for four years and was honorably discharged in 1973. Following his military service Vic built a respected career as a member of Pipefitters Local 211. He dedicated many years to the refinery industry eventually retiring as a scheduler after a long and successful career. Vic will be remembered for his kind heart generous spirit and the joy he found in lifes simple pleasures. He was an exceptional cook enjoyed gardening…

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Ralph Harrison

, Texas

Mr. Ralph Robert Harrison Sr. passed away at the age of 72 on Wednesday August 12 2026 in Santa Fe. Born August 27 1953 in Michigan Mr. Harrison has been a resident of Galveston County since 1975. Ralph was a hardworking and dedicated businessman who was the proud owner of several businesses throughout his life including Lorenzos Pizza which he owned and operated since 1986. He took great pride in his work and the businesses he built over the years. Outside of work Ralph enjoyed fishing and spending time working on cars. He was a handson person who enjoyed staying busy and working with his own two hands. Ralph will be remembered for his hardworking nature his entrepreneurial spirit and the many memories he made with those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents Earl and Ottie Ryland Harrison Sr. sons Ralph R. Harrison…

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Larry Poorman

, Texas

Born January 21 1948 in Corpus Christi TX MR. Poorman had been a resident of Alvin for 40 years. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Larry worked as an analyzing technician for Liondell Bissell for 15 years. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting and spending time sitting on his porch. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald Eugene and Lady Earl Thorpe Poorman son Tate Allen Poorman sister Susan Blackie. Survivors include his wife of 40 years Judy Poorman son James Eugene Henry daughter Taunya Staff grandchildren Drew Henry Haylee Henry Tylor Poorman Skylor Poorman Shelby Poorman Sierra Poorman Wyatt Staff Anna Staff Morgan Staff Tate Poorman Jr. numerous greatgrandchildren. A private cremation was conducted under the direction of Hayes Funeral Home 10412 Highway 6 Hitchcock TX 409 9253501. Born January 21 1948 in Corpus Christi TX MR. Poorman had been a resident…

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