Obituaries

Recent obituaries in Harris County, Texas.

The obituaries in the Harris County area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complex history of Harris County.

Judith Smith

Judith Smith

Mar 1, 2026

Judith Ann Smith, 86, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on March 1, 2026, at her home in Montgomery, Texas.

Judith (Judy) was born in Mishawaka, Indiana, to the late Robert and Verna Welty (Griffee). On May 31, 1958, she married the love of her life, Gene Smith, and for nearly 68 years they built a life rooted in...

Ted Randall Ducote

Ted Randall Ducote

Feb 21, 2026

Ted Randall Ducote, aged 58, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026. Born on July 5. 1967, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Randy was the epitome of hard work and dedication.

Randy spent over 35 years working in the airline industry, most of which for Continental Airlines handling lost luggage. He was passionate about customer service and reuniting customers and their lost...

Jose Ricardo Martinez

Jose Ricardo Martinez

Feb 19, 2026

Jose Ricardo Martinez, age 81, of Haslet, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on February 19, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Jose Ricardo, known to his American friends and family as Rick, was born on September 20, 1944, in Havana, Cuba, alongside his identical twin brother, Jose Raul Martinez, Jr. They were born to Jose Raul Martinez, Sr. and Carmen “Nenita”...

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