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Lake Jackson, TX
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of Houston, Texas,
October 10, 1924 - February 4, 2012
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He was a long time member of the Lake Jackson Church of Christ, serving as a deacon for 9 years and elder for 33 years. There he founded the Prime Timers and was known for his famous "Waiford-Bell" homemade ice cream!
Waiford was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers Armand and Leo English, and 1 sister, Frances Stanley.
He is survived by his wife of 65 and 1/2 years, Jeanette English of Lake Jackson,
2 children, Lynette Richmond and husband, Mitch of West Columbia,
Dale English and wife Diane of Carrollton, Texas,
"Pa-Paw" of 6 grandchildren: Lindsey Schwank and husband Bob, Ryan English and wife Sarah, Matt Alexander, Ross English and wife Heather, Elizabeth Griffin and husband Justin,Rhett English,
6 great grandchildren: Kenedy Schwank,
Logan Schwank, Ford Griffin, Evan English, Janessa Taylor, Charlotte English,
2 brothers: Jimmy English and wife Margie of Lake Jackson, Robert English and wife Millie of Marion, Texas, 1 sister: Martha Jones of Houston, Texas,
and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
The family will receive friends 6 pm to 8 pm, Thursday at Lakewood Funeral Chapel. Funeral Services will be 10:30 am, Friday, February 10, 2012 at the Lake Jackson Church of Christ with Allen Ritchie officiating.
Pall bearers will be: Rodger Thompson, Robin Lee, Harold Cox, Frank Hickle, Charles Garrett, and Joe Talbot.
Honorary pall bearers will be his grandsons.
The family requests donations in lieu of flowers to the Lake Jackson Volunteer Fire Department.
Waiford was a genuinely compassionate person who was very unselfish and always giving to others. With his contagious fun loving personality he never met a stranger.
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10 Condolence(s)
Brian Thomas
Angleton, TX
Friday, February 10, 2012
Waiford was a great person, mentor and friend. He will be missed by all who knew him. Please except my condolences.
Marlana Whitley
Lake Jackson,
Friday, February 10, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. English passing. He was such a blessing to my family(Nora Marshall was my grandmother). I remember him and Mrs. English sitting many hours at her table having coffee and pie. Always had a smile and something funny to say. Praying for your family.
Mark Arrington
Dallas, TX
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Jeanette, Lynette, Dale, I was very sorry to learn of Waiford's passing and my heartfelt sympathy is with you, the grandchildren and the rest of the English family. A very good man who faithfully served God has gone to meet his Maker and we rejoice in that knowledge. I first became acquainted with Waiford in high school when the youth of the Lake Jackson and Freeport churches frequently got together for various activities. I got to know him well when I joined the Brazosport Rotary Club and also, the Lake Jackson church, where I worshipped before moving to Dallas in the early 80's. It was always a pleasure to be around him in the church and in Rotary, and to see him on trips back to Lake Jackson. He was someone I thoroughly enjoyed. He and I always worked side-by-side at the Rotary Shrimp Boil, frying fish along with Dr. Philip Crow, Gene Marcum and Jule Born. I have nothing but good memories of Waiford. He was very much a person you were glad you knew. Waiford - a good Christian man who has passed to his reward. He now enjoys the eternal rest he worked so hard for. God Bless You, Jeanette, Lynette and Dale. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you. Mark Arrington
Gwen Caldwell Quickel
Lake Jackson, TX
Thursday, February 9, 2012
I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences in the loss of your husband and father. Janette, you may not remember me but Lorain and i were friends throughout elementary school in Huntington. I would like to communicate with Lorraine if you would send her my address. May God bless you and your family. I lost my husband on Dec. 17, 2011.
Becky Alexander McCall
West Columbia, Tx
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
So sorry. My prayers are with you and the family. He was such a wonderful man. Iknow you will miss him.
Becky Alexander McCall
West Columbia, Tx
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Tonya Estes Robertson
West Columbia,, TX
Monday, February 6, 2012
A sweeter man I have yet to meet. I will always remember your willingness to always help me with a suggestion, and your wonderful hugs and prayers. You are loved...God bless you Janette and Lynette and Dale.
Darla Winkelmann
Brenham, Tx
Monday, February 6, 2012
My heart is sad and heavy with the loss of Uncle Waiford. I send to each of you my love and hugs to help compfort you during this time. What memories we have of the fun loving Waiford and what a celebration of life. He was so good to my dad and oh how he will miss him. My love and prayers to all of you. Darla
Regina Krug
Carrollton, TX
Monday, February 6, 2012
Dale,Diane and kids, Keith and I are sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for you during this difficult time. Treasure the precious memories and reflect that your dad/granddad is with our Lord. Dale, please call us if we can do anything for you or your family. Regina and Keith
Drew Ryder
Freeport, TX
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Mr. English was a true example of what a real man should be, and an inspiration to others. He was a great Christian, husband, father, and grandfather. It was quite obvious to anyone who knew him how important his family was. It has been my pleasure to know him and his family. A nicer group of people would be difficult to find. God rest his soul, I will miss him. God Bless his family.