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Alanis, Arnoldo F. (RETIRED)
Retired Senior Police Officer Arnoldo F. Alanis passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023, at the age of 73. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Dolores M. Alanis. He joined the Houston Police Department on June 12, 1972, Academy Class #55. During his tenure with the department, he was assigned to the Special Operations and Juvenile Divisions. Senior Police Officer Alanis retired on May 1, 2004.
A viewing was held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, with a Rosary recite.
A Funeral Mass was held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Thursday, April 20, 2023.
Alvarado, Isael
Mr. Isael Alvarado passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023, at the age of 64. He is the father of Mobility Service Officer Isael Alvarado Jr., assigned to the Traffic Enforcement Division.
Funeral services were held at St. Pius V Catholic Church on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Interment followed at Grand View Memorial Park.
Benavidez, Leroy (RETIRED)
Retired Senior Police Officer Leroy Benavidez passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the age of 65. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Sun-Ok Benavidez. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. He joined the Houston Police Department on August 5, 1991, Academy Class #145. During his tenure with the department, he was assigned to the Southwest, Eastside, Homicide, Narcotics, Identification, and Property Divisions. Senior Police Officer Benavidez retired on June 20, 2015.
A visitation was held before the Funeral Service at Veterans Funeral Services on Thursday, April 27, 2023. The Burial followed at the Houston National Cemetery.
Bennett, Agnes L.
Mrs. Agnes L. Bennett passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the age of 73. She is the wife of Retired Senior Police Officer Charlie T. Bennett who retired on September 17,2011.
A Visitation will be held at Green House International Church on Friday, May 12, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A second Visitation will be held before the Funeral Service at Green House International Church, on Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. A Funeral Service will commence at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Brookside Memorial Cemetery, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, Texas 77039 (281) 449-6511.
Cloyes, Nancy E.
Mrs. Nancy E. Cloyes passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at the age of 84. She was the widow of Retired Sergeant John H. Cloyes, who passed away on February 19, 2018.
A Celebration of Life was held at Second Baptist on Thursday, April 20, 2023.
Corley, Billy E. (RETIRED)
Retired Senior Police Officer Billy E. Corley passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the age of 73. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Phyllis L. Corley. He joined the Houston Police Department on February 2, 1970, Academy Class #43. During his tenure with the department, he was assigned to the Central, Employment Services, Southwest, and Narcotics Divisions. Senior Police Officer Corley retired on February 6, 2010.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Kingsland Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Boulevard, Katy, Texas 77450 (281) 492-0785, on Friday, May 12, 2023, starting at 11:00 a.m.
Easley, Belzora M.
Mrs. Belzora M. Easley passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023, at the age of 98. She is the grandmother of Senior Police Officer Sheldon M. Theragood, assigned to the Mental Health Division; she is also the mother-in-law of Mobility Service Officer Byron E. Theragood, assigned to the Traffic Enforcement Division; and great-aunt of Police Officer Joshawua D. Mayfield, assigned to the North Division.
A viewing was held before the Funeral Service at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Burial followed at Houston Memorial Gardens.
Flores, Ismael “Iffy”, Jr. (RETIRED)
Retired Senior Police Officer Ismael “Iffy” Flores Jr. passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023, at the age of 63. He is survived by his wife Rebecca Flores. Officer Flores joined the Houston Police Department on February 7, 1983, Academy Class #111. During his tenure with the department, he was assigned to the Southeast, Traffic & Accident, Eastside, and Homicide Divisions until his retirement on January 12, 2007.
A Funeral Service will be held at The Catholic Charismatic Center, 1949 Cullen Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77023 (713) 236-9977 on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, commencing at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77038 (281) 447-8686 commencing at 1:45 p.m.
Goodrum, Annette
Mrs. Annette Goodrum passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at the age of 82. She is the widow of Retired Captain Earl B. Goodrum, who passed away on May 3, 2001.
A Funeral Service was held on Monday, April 24, 2023, at Weldon Baptist Church. Burial followed at Weldon Cemetery.
Harris, Mary F.
Ms. Mary F. Harris passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023, at the age of 69. She is the mother of Senior Police Officer Thomas L. Harris of the Auto Dealers Division.
A Memorial Service was held at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
Herrera, Gregorio M.
Mr. Gregorio M. Herrera passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023, at the age of 88. He is the father of Lieutenant Anthony G. Herrera of the Major Assaults & Family Violence Division.
A Funeral Service was held at Saint Patrick Catholic Church on Friday, April 14, 2023. Interment followed at Historic Hollywood Cemetery.
Lezama, Victoria Juanitra Natasha
Ms. Victoria Juanitra Natasha Lezama passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023, at the age of 35. She is the daughter of Senior Police Officer Gregory E. Polk, assigned to the Joint Processing Center Unit.
A Memorial Service was held at the Long Family Estate on Friday, April 28, 2023.
Locke, Ann C.
Mrs. Ann C. Locke passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023, at the age of 88. She is the mother of IT Project Manager Clay B. Burns, assigned to the Office of Technology Services.
A visitation was held before the Funeral Service at C.T. Baker & Sons Funeral Home – West Columbia, on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Burial followed at Old Columbia Cemetery.
Lott, Carmen Cantu
Mrs. Carmen Cantu Lott passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the age of 74. She is preceded in death by her husband, retired Detective Bobbie G. Lott who retired on January 18, 1982, and passed away on October 22, 2017. She is the stepmother of retired Lieutenant Daryl G. Lott who retired on January 25, 2008, from the Clear Lake Division and retired Senior Police Officer Bobby D. Lott, who retired on March 13, 2015 from the Narcotics Division. She is also the grandmother of Senior Police Officer Jessica Lott-Lopata, assigned to the Major Offenders Division, Criminal Intelligence Analyst Donna D. Lott, assigned to the Command Center, Senior Police Officer Travis D. Lott, assigned to the Narcotics Division and grandmother-in-law of Senior Police Officer Cassandra M. Lott, assigned to the Internal Affairs Division.
A visitation was held at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home on Thursday, April 27, 2023, with a rosary recited.
Funeral services were held at St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church on Friday, April 28, 2023. Interment followed at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.
Pate, Adolfo R.
Mr. Adolfo R. Pate passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at the age of 74. He is the father of Sergeant Lawrence M. Pate of the Patrol Region 1 Command.
A Visitation was held before the Funeral Service at Lakeland Missionary Baptist Church on Monday, May 1, 2023.
Sergeant Ray, Thomas M., Jr. (RETIRED)
Retired Sergeant Thomas M. Ray Jr. passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the age of 90. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Nora E. Ray. Sergeant Ray joined the Houston Police Department on November 16, 1953, Academy Class #10. During his career with the department, he was assigned to the Patrol Bureau Division, Jail Division, Police Academy, Staff Services Bureau, Technical Services Bureau and the Property Room until his retirement on January 2, 1980.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
Romano, Samuel “Sammy” G., Sr.
Mr. Samuel “Sammy” G. Romano, Sr. passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023, at the age of 58. He is the brother of Senior Police Officer Louis M. Romano, assigned to the Traffic Enforcement Division.
A visitation was held at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church on Thursday, April 20, 2023, and a Rosary was recited.
A second visitation was held before the Funeral Mass at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church on Friday, April 21, 2023. Burial followed at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.
Runnels, Audra Wesley (RETIRED)
Retired Administrator Audra Wesley Runnels passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the age of 90. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Karen Runnels. He is the father of Retired Administrator Audra Wade Runnels, who retired on March 12, 2005. He joined the Houston Police Department on August 1, 1957, as a Photographer. On April 28, 1958, he was sworn in as a Classified Officer. On July 24, 1982, he was promoted to the rank of Administrator. During his whole career with the department, he was assigned to the Identification Division. Administrator Runnels retired on May 3, 1986.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Cornerstone Church of Cleveland, 27453 Highway 105 West, Cleveland, Texas 77328 (281) 592-2281, on Saturday, May 13, 2023, starting at 11:00 a.m.
Sampson, Kasey Nicole
Ms. Kasey Nicole Sampson passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the age of 36. She is preceded in death by her mother, retired Senior Police Officer Karen E. Sampson who retired on November 6, 2004 from the Traffic Enforcement Division and passed away on April 23, 2021. She is survived by her father, retired Senior Police Officer Michael L. Sampson who retired on January 9, 2010, her sister, Sergeant Kaitlyn E. Sampson, assigned to the Southeast Division and her uncle, retired Sergeant Dennis L. Slate who retired on March 5, 2011. She is also preceded in death by her cousin, Police Officer Hans M. Wagner Jr., who passed away on September 16, 2012.
Funeral Services was held at Clayton Funeral Home on Friday, April 28, 2023.
Springer, Donald L. (RETIRED)
Retired Division Manager Donald L. Springer passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023, at the age of 75. He joined the Houston Police Department on August 28, 1967, Academy Class #36. During his tenure with the department, he was assigned to Northeast Division and Fleet Unit. He retired as a Classified Officer on January 29. 1993. He rejoined the department on February 1, 1993, assigned to the Fleet Unit. Division Manager Springer retired on February 25, 2006.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
Storemski, Dennis J. (RETIRED)
Retired Deputy Director Dennis J. Storemski passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023, at the age of 76. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Barbara Storemski. He is the father of Senior Police Officer Gary M. Storemski, assigned to the Major Offenders Division. Dennis Storemski joined the Houston Police Department on November 8, 1965, Academy Class #32. He was assigned to the Traffic and Accident, Burglary and Theft, Auto Theft, Juvenile, and Narcotics Divisions. On April 9, 1977, he was promoted to the rank of Captain. As such, he was in command of the Juvenile and Narcotics Divisions. On June 16, 1979, he was promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief, which on December 31, 1985, became the rank of Assistant Chief. As such, he was in command of the Criminal Investigations and Tactical Support Commands. On November 28, 1998, he started his command of Suppt. Coord. Adm., when he was appointed as Executive Assistant Chief. With this rank, he retired on December 31, 2004. On January 1, 2005, he rejoined the department as Chief of Staff of the Office of Public Safety. There was a change of title on August 9, 2008, to Deputy Director. He retired in command of the Office of Public Safety on March 10, 2018.
Funeral services were held at Prince of Peace Catholic Church on Friday, April 21, 2023. Interment followed at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.
Tabor, James B.
Mr. James B. Tabor passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at the age of 59. He is the brother of Programmer Analyst IV Bob Tabor, assigned to the Office of Technology Services.
A visitation was held at Klein Funeral Home – Champions on Friday, May 5, 2023.
Trest, Fred
Mr. Fred Alan Trest, M.D. passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the age of 81. He is the father-in-law of Sergeant Ronald R. Pena of the Command Center.
A Visitation was held before the Funeral Service at, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Burial followed at Westover Memorial Park Cemetery.