Robert Morris Blumer

 

Bob Blumer passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2012 in Plano, Texas. Formally a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Duncan. Born on July 24, 1937 in Gary, Indiana, he was a US Army veteran, served overseas, had a great love of music, and played in a military band.  He led a distinguished career as an Engineer working with McDonnell Douglas in the design of immerging aeronautical development and research, played vital roles in the US early spacecraft design and testing.  A vibrant thinker and participant in Church & Civic organizations, he touched and inspired many in his pursuit of excellence and creativity.

He is survived by his wife, Ava Kay (Fitzgerald) Blumer, 3 children and 2 grandchildren. He was loved by many, encouraged all, and will always be greatly missed. A memorial service at Distinctive Life Cremation + Funeral Services(formally known as Paradigm Funeral & Cremation Services) 1611 N. Central Expressway, Plano, Texas 75075 will be held Saturday 19^th, 2012 at 2 PM.

Adolph "Sonny" Kainer

Adolph “Sonny” Kainer, born in High Hill (Schulenburg), Texas, January 22, 1934, the youngest of 10 children, died May 10, 2012 in Houston, Texas.

Survived by his wife of 53 years, Wanda Cegielski Kainer; brother, Alvin Kainer and sister, Rosalie Lobpries along with numerous nieces and nephews.

The Rosary, led by the Knights    of Columbus Council 2917, will begin at 7:30pm on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 with viewing starting at 5:00pm at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 6622 Haskell, Houston, TX 77007. The Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 10:30am with committal service to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Sonny’s name to Northside Columbus Club, Knights of Columbus Council 2917, 607 E. Whitney Dr., Houston, Texas 77022.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to everyone for their help, support and caring throughout Sonny's illness.

Janet L. Detzel

Janet Louise Detzel was born May 18, 1949 in Dallas, Texas and died April 25, 2012 in Richardson, Texas. 

She is preceded in death by parents, Frank Joseph Detzel and Dorothy Gray Snell Detzel.

She is survived by brother Paul E. Detzel (wife Denice) of Pflugerville, Texas, sister Laura G. Muckerheide (husband Roger) of Plano, Texas, and brother John R. Detzel of Austin, Texas.  She is also survived by nieces Gina R. Rigutto of Pflugerville, Texas, Christina M. Rigutto (son John Sullivan) of Pompano Beach, Florida, Karyn N. Detzel of Carrollton, Texas, and Sarah Pounds Garrison (husband Carl Benton) of Wills Point, Point, Texas and by nephews Micheal P. Detzel of Pflugerville, Texas and Matthew P. Detzel (wife Rebecca) of Roundrock, Texas.

Janet graduated from Holy Family of Nazareth High School in Des Plaines, Illinois.  She received her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy degree in 1974 from Texas Woman’s University in Denton, Texas and practiced as a Physical Therapist for most of her career.  She later received her Master of Science in Social Work degree in 1994 from University of Texas at Arlington.  She then continued her career incorporating physical therapy in home health care including hospice.  Janet had a special heart for hospice and dedicated her life to caring for the sick and injured.

A memorial service to celebrate Janet’s life will be held:

1:00 PM Saturday, May 12, 2012

Ranch Community Church

8412 Stacy Road

McKinney, Texas 75070-2142

Fellowship following the service.

A private interment service with family will be held at Calvary Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to:

National Hospice Foundation

nationalhospicefoundation.org

Tim Thatcher

Tim Carlton Thatcher, age 41, a native of Sequim, Wa, and resident of Pflugerville , Tx, passed away peacefully in his sleep, with family present, on May 7, 2012, at Texas Medical Center in Houston, Tx.

Born to Tom and Rita Thatcher in Corvallis, Oregon, it was only fitting that Tim was born on Flag Day, June 14, 1970, as he loved American traditions: Thanksgiving dinner, July 4th fireworks, Christmas gift giving, and Opening Day baseball. It wasn't until he joined the Peace Corps and met his future wife, Cristiana, his only true love, in 1995, that Tim's personal interests became international.

Tim was an honor student at Sequim High School, graduating in 1988. He and a tight knit group of high school pals have stayed connected for life. (Tim's family would only recently learn about some of their exploits..) This would carry over to his Sigma Chi brothers at the University of Puget Sound and to his Dell Computer family. Many of you are here today. Tim was employed at Boeing in Seattle before deciding quickly to join the Peace Corps. His three- year assignment in Nicaragua, subsequent travel in Central and South America in the mid-90's, and employment for the U of Mobile, Alabama at Diriamba, Nicaragua, formed his love for all things Latin. Tim's father-in-law once said that Tim knew more about Latin culture and history than the natives. 

During his travels in 1995, Tim met his future bride, Cristiana, and her mother, in a San Salvador hotel lobby. That encounter led to their marriage on April 4, 1998, in Managua, Nicaragua. Fourteen years later, they are proud parents of three beautiful children: Cristopher Alan (13), Nicolas Andres (10), and Sofia Loree (7). In 2001, Tim and family became members of St Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church in Pflugerville, Tx. 

In addition to graduate studies in North Carolina and 11 years at Dell, Tim embarked on various hobbies. From an early age when he carved a notch in the dining room chair, to the present, he loved woodcraft. Sofia's rocking chair, Cristiana's jewelry stand, the garden bench for Mom and Pop, and hardwood projects on the drawing board, are daily reminders of his talents. He also loved traveling, camping, and fishing. Whether by foot, VW bus, plane, or boat, there were few places on earth Tim has not seen. He was in awe of the Grand Canyon. In December, 2011, he surprised his wife with a milestone birthday trip to Puerto Rico. In recent years, he and his brother engaged in several fishing trips, both in the Northwest and in Texas. Their stories often outweighed their catch. 

Tim's family will remember him by their given nicknames: Amour, divinura (Cristiana), Cristo (Cristopher) , Niicooolaasss (Nicolas), and Boo Boo (Sofia). No matter what the occasion -- Little League baseball, Mojo tournaments, dance recitals, or school events, Dad was always present. His investment and love for baseball memorabilia remains intact, as Tim took the combination and passcode to his safe with him ...

Tim will be greatly missed by family and friends. His dry sense of humor, warm smile, Chicago Cubs and NC Tarheels attire, Sunday dinners that included appetizers, red wine, and desserts, and backyard barbecues became trademarks at the Thatcher household.

So..... Amor, Cristopher, Nicolas, Sofia, Rumba (dog), Todd, Mama Rita, Papa Tom, Nona, Cesar, my Latin American extended family and friends, aunts, uncles, and cousins, lifelong buddies, school , work , and neighborhood friends, "Farewell for Now.." We shall soon meet again in God's presence. Love always, Tim

The family extends our many thanks to Dr Ian McCutcheon, Dr Charles Conrad, and staff of MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston for Tim's care and to the many friends and church family whose prayers and support were constant over the past seven years.

Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday evening, May 17, at 7:30 pm, at St Elizabeth Catholic Church, with Mass services to begin at 11 AM on Friday, May 18.

In lieu of flowers, a monetary donation to St Elizabeth Catholic Church is welcome.

Pedro J. Garay

Pedro J. Garay, 50

Passed Away May 02, 2012- Garland,Tx

Date Of Birth- August 26, 1961- Juncos, Puerto Rico

Born To - Pedro & Alicia Garay

Pedro was a kind and loving man, devoted to his family and had a passion for baseball and working on cars in his spare time.

He is survived by his wife Rosemary Garay and Children Shalday Garay, Pedro Garay Jr, Shaldey Garay, Yvette Mendez, Michelle Roman, Hector Roman and Sasha Ortiz. Grandchildren Aljenis, Gian, Julian, Vanessa, Christian, Eric, Amaya and Elijah. Father Pedro Garay, Siblings Angel Garay & Lidia Garay And his beloved dog Sissi Garay.

A private memorial service will be held for family and friends.

Psalm 23

The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures:
He leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul:
He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name' sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil: For thou art with me;
Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies;
Thou annointest my head with oil; My cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the House of the Lord forever.

Hedwig Joanne Crete

Hedwig Joanne Crete, born Hedwig J. Kowalczyk on October 24, 1920 in Easthampton, Massachusetts, died Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at the age of 91.

She is survived by her daughter, Eileen Ann Turner and her husband, C.B. Turner, of Plano, TX; her sister, Sophie Kowalczyk of Holyoke, MA; and granddaughter and great-granddaughter, Michelle Ann Mullen and Miranda Jack, of Chicopee, MA.  She is also survived by loving nephews and nieces, and friends.

She preferred to be called Judy.  She bravely fought a tough battle with health issues over the past few years: bronchitis, anemia, a fractured femur, and ultimately lymphoma.  She unexpectedly lost that battle on April 25, 2012, to atrial fibrillation, and she went to be with her beloved husband, Lucien A. Crete, and son, Richard D. Crete.

She spent the last thirteen months in Texas, in the frequent company of her daughter and son-in-law, and she will be missed very much.  It was difficult for her to move away from Massachusetts, where she had spent all of her 90 years, but she understood that she needed more care and she faced the move boldly.  She spent quality time every Sunday with her children, and she had many friends at Cottonwood Estates Independent Senior Living.  She enjoyed playing bingo, keeping up with current events, knitting and especially crossword puzzles.  Although her body was physically failing her, her brilliant mind remained sharp until the end.

Known as meme’, she was a devoted great-grandmother, playing an active role in Miranda’s life, and she spent many loving days caring for both Michelle and Miranda.  She attended all the functions in Miranda’s busy life, she was their biggest fan, and she will be greatly missed by both of them.  When asked to remember her meme’, these are some of the words Miranda used to describe her:  loving, smart, funny, nice, pretty, caring, understanding, awesome, knew how to use a computer… somewhat…

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.

Michael Edward Moran

Michael Edward Moran, born January 3, 1990, died at his home Saturday, April 21, 2012 at the age of 22.  He is survived by his parents Carol and Mark Moran of Richardson, Texas; his maternal grandmother, Mary Knight Kimzey of Nassau Bay, Texas; and his paternal grandmother, Joanne Martin McClaskey of Dallas, Texas.  He is also survived by loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  He attended Math Science Technology Elementary School, Westwood Junior High School, Richardson High School, and graduated from Berkner High School in Richardson, Texas in 2008.  During elementary school he was in Cub Scouts and played on soccer, baseball and basketball teams, ran track, swam with the Glenville Neighborhood Swim Team, and played drums in school band, and was a member of Junior Beta Club.  He continued this in junior high school on the Westwood Junior High School basketball, football and track teams and school band and was a member of Troop 647 where he achieved the rank of Life Scout and was a member of National Honor Society.  He swam on the Richardson High School Swim team and was on the drum line of Richardson High School Band.  After transferring to Berkner High school he graduated as a Texas Scholar and with a Service Learning Award.  During his senior year he was recognized "for demonstrating unique and special qualities which contribute positively to the environment and educational mission of Berkner High School".  Michael attended Midwestern State University and Richland Community College.  He worked at Luby's Cafeteria, Outback Steakhouse and Applebee's Restaurant.  Michael was a member of First United Methodist Church of Richardson where he was confirmed.  He participated in mission trips to Juarez, Mexico; Slidell, Louisiana to help post Katrina victims; and 2 trips with Appalachian Service Projects to Kentucky and to West Virginia. These trips were to build or repair homes for underprivileged people.  There will be a Memorial Service at First United Methodist Church of Richardson, 503 N. Central Expressway, Richardson. Texas 75080 in the chapel Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 11:00 a.m.  The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to First United Methodist Church of Richardson for Mission Trips or to The United Methodist Committee on Relief c/o First United Methodist Church of Richardson, 503 N. Central Expressway, Richardson, Texas 75080.

DAVID PENA

Services for David Pena will be Monday, April 2, 2012. The Pena family will begin receiving friends and relatives at 5:00 PM with a Memorial Service starting at 6:00 PM in our Dashwood Chapel in Bellaire, Texas.  Refreshments will be served. 

Robin L. Rothlein II

Robbie Rothlein was unexpectedly taken from his loving family and friends on March 26, 2012.  A beautiful boy, Robbie was born to Gaila and Rob Rothlein January 9, 1976 in Bremerton, WA and moved to Rockwall with his family in 1988.  Robbie’s siblings thought of him as their hero.  At age 18, Robbie found his passion in the car business.  After 10 years as a manager for Central Kia, Robbie co-founded iRide Auto & Finance with one of his best friends and mentor, Paul Fotopoulos.  Robbie fell in love with Lindsay Freed on their first date, August 29, 2009.  They married in October 2010 and were blessed with their beautiful baby girl, Myka Jade, August 29, 2011.  Robbie was THE most amazing husband and Daddy.  Robbie loved fishing, camping with Lindsay, traveling, reading, watching or attending sporting events and playing Australian football with his best friends.  Robbie adored Lindsay and Myka, and they absolutely adored him, too.  Their faces lit up every time they saw each other.  His untimely passing following a football practice has left a huge hole in their hearts.  Robbie is survived by his wife, Lindsay, daughter, Myka, parents, Gaila and Rob Rothlein, siblings Jennifer and Rusty Briley, Ariann and Zack White, and Taylor Rothlein, nieces and nephews, Alyssa, Brittany, Symin and Samuel Rothlein and the entire Freed family.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 29th at Temple Emanuel 8500 Hillcrest Road.

In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the Chabad of Plano or to Myka's 529 college fund (MykaJadeRothlein.com).

Annette E. Guinsburg

April 4, 1953 -- March 16, 2012 

Annette lost her long and valiant battle against breast cancer, passing away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her husband and very special friends.  Annette is survived by her beloved husband of 25 years, Roland Melton, and her sister, Michele Guinsburg.  A marvelous cook, she was an avid traveler, collector, and grower of all things beautiful.   Now at peace, Annette will forever be remembered by all who experienced her love and care.  There will be a memorial service on Friday, March 23 at  6 pm, at her home.  Please send condolences and sign guestbook @ paradigmfunerals.com. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations in memory of Annette to the Union Gospel Mission, ugmdallas.org 

Molly Gena Sullivan Levitt

Molly Gena Sullivan Levitt died tragically Tuesday, March 20, 2012. Her passing leaves her loving family and many friends with profound sadness for one who brought laughter and joy to their lives. Molly was a driven, talented woman who accomplished anything on which she set her mind. She graduated from the University of Texas, Austin, and quickly found success as a writer with Dell, International Paper, Fannie Mae, Motorola, and HSBC. She lived in Chicago, Washington D.C., New York and ultimately back to Houston to marry the love of her life, Zack Levitt, on July 2, 2011. They traveled the world, but it was at Burning Man each summer they lived their joy of art, travel, and friends in the Nevada desert. Molly adored their three dogs, Petie, Karma, and Tripper; her runs with them each morning were her personal exercise program. Recently, she and her mother-in-law launched MollyMollie Interior Design and were looking forward to using their talents to bring beauty into homes and spend precious time together. Molly is survived by her adoring husband, Zack Levitt; her parents, Sherry and Gene Sullivan; her three brothers and their wives, Patrick and Patricia, Michael and Diane, and Noah and Julie; her sister, Gena and husband, Ron Settle; nieces, Erin and Grace; nephew Bennett; her in laws, Mollie Oshman and Hersh Levitt; and her amazing friends, Amy Miers and Lori Ramirez. Molly’s passing was not in vain. Her organs were donated allowing others to see and to lead healthy lives. Molly will be remembered for her beautiful smile, amazing laugh, and caring ways. A Mass will be held Monday, March 26, 2012 at 10:00 am in The Chapel of St. Basil at The University of St. Thomas, 3802 Yoakum Blvd. @ West Alabama, Houston, Texas, Father Michael Buentello officiant, with interment to follow at 12:00 pm in Glenwood Cemetery, 2525 Washington Ave., Houston, Texas. Rabbi Scott Hausman-Weiss officiant.Reception to follow at the Art Car Museum, 140 Heights Blvd. Please make donations to Casa Juan Diego, Houston, Texas.

George M. Pilipovich

George M. Pilipovich, age 55, passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2012 in Richardson, TX. He was born in Gainesville, Florida on May 8, 1956 to Donald and Janette Pilipovich. A resident of the Dallas area for over 20 years, George worked as a Senior Software Engineer Contractor for Prudent Technologies.

George is preceded in death by his Father, Donald. Survivors include his Sons, Michael and Mark; his Mother, Janette of Punta Gorda, FL; Brother, Donald of Boulder, CO and loving pet companion, Pogo.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date in Florida.

Douglas E. Barton

Douglas E. Barton, 84, passed away March 15, 2012 in Bellaire, Texas. Douglas is survived by wife Nezlee Dunbar Barton as well as 3 nieces and four nephews. Inurnment will be in Kerrville, Texas.

John Robert Hays

John Robert Hays passed away early on March 15^th attended by his son Jeff. He was born in Frederick, Oklahoma in 1923, the youngest son of Dr. Andrew Jackson and Ruth Evans Hays. The family moved to Weslaco, Texas in 1927, where John grew up on a farm while his father was also a practicing physician. After serving as a U.S. Naval Officer in the Pacific Theater during WWII, John graduated from Rice University in 1947 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. That same year he married Anne Lineberger of Raleigh N.C. and the couple moved to Pittsburgh, PA., where John worked for Westinghouse, and earned his Masters Degree in Civil Engineering. The family moved to Weslaco, Texas in 1951 where John had a construction company for several years until moving to Houston in 1957, with their four young sons.  

In Houston, John worked for Hughes Tool Company, and became a registered PE. In 1967 he began a career in Real Estate that included Brokerage, Property Management, and Appraisals. He was awarded a Life Membership by the American Society of Appraisers. In 2006, he retired as Chairman of J & J Hays, Inc., and his son Jeff continues with the business. John was also a Master Mason in Weslaco Lodge No. 1212.

John was an involved and dynamic father for his and Anne’s four sons, and always supportive of their many interests. He enjoyed activities at Rice for many years, including the Romeo’s (Rice Old Men Eating Out). John was known as a good listener, and for his integrity and honesty. He was preceded in death by his son Jerry, and wife Anne.  He is survived by his sons John of Austin, Jim of Santa Fe, and Jeff of Houston, his sister Marie of Harlingen, seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and numerous members of his extended family. His devoted care of Anne in her twilight years was inspirational. The family thanks Ocena Adams and the staff at the Forum for their compassionate care. A Memorial Service will be held at Memorial Drive United Methodist Church on Friday, March 23^rd at 3:00 P.M., with a reception to follow at the Church. Please remember John and Anne with donations to the Boy Scouts, Memorial Drive Methodist Church, or another charity of your choice.

Raymond W. Clendenen

Raymond Wilbert Clendenen, age 79, of Plano, Texas, passed away Tuesday March 13 at Presbyterian Hospital in Plano, Texas after a long battle with Congestive Heart and kidney failure.

Mr. Clendenen was a born in Crawford, Texas May 6, 1932 to George Raymond Clendenen and Mary Elizabeth Davis.  He was retired , served in the United States Army and loved to travel and horses.

He is survived by his wife Hilda Clendenen; two sons, Jason Ray Clendenen and Chet Clendenen; brothers David Clenenden (and wife Toni) and Jody Clendenen; grandson Alexander Patrick Clendenen;  nieces Mrs. Charlene Tierce and husband Harold Tierce of Waco, Texas and Dina Campbell; nephews Charles Fritze and David Fritze of Waco, Texas; and  his beloved cat Fluffy.

Memorial services will be announced at a later date.

Helene Patricia "Pat" Hafernik

Helene Patricia "Pat" Hafernik passed away Monday, MArch 12, 2012. Services will be held Saturday, March 17, 2012 at St. Theresa's Catholic Church with a rosary at 11:00 a.m. and Mass at 11:30 a.m.

She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Maurice R. Hafernik, Sr., son Dr. Maury and wife Debbie Hafernik of Austin, daughter Maureen and husband Eck Franks of Lufkin, daughter Rebecca Lankford of Houston, brother Walter Volinsky and wife Jean of Youngstown, Ohio and six grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the Monastery of the Infant Jesus, 1501 Lotus Lane, Lufkin, Texas 75904.

Georgia King

Georgia King, 87, of Houston, TX, passed away on March 10, 2012.  Georgia was born January 27, 1925 in Beaumont, Texas, to Ellis J. Thibodeaux and Ida Abshire Thibodeaux. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Bobbe Hargraves. At Georgia’s request there will be no funeral.  A private burial will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Beaumont, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Houston Area Parkinson Society, 2700 Southwest Frwy, Ste 296, Houston, TX 77098. 

Johnnie D. Vaughan

Johnnie D. Vaughan, 71, died March 4, 2012, at his home in Plano, Texas.

John was born May 13, 1940 in Vicksburg, Mississippi to Morris D. Vaughan and Eva Haver Vaughan who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 38 years Patricia Hankins Vaughan (Patti); brother J.D. Vaughan and his wife Mary Ann of Metarie, LA; daughters, Melanie Polk and her husband Andrew, of Pflugerville, TX and Angela Vaughan of Plano, TX; two grandchildren Logan and Lauren.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 11:00 am at Community Bible Chapel in Richardson, Texas, 418 E. Main Street.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the benevolence fund at Community Bible Chapel of Richardson, Texas.

Edwin Paul Beachly

There is much sadness in our hearts as we share the death of our loved one.  Born January 3, 1941 in Akron, OH and died March 2, 2012 in Plano, TX.  He is the son of the late Ned and Adeline Delmoro Beachly.  Mr. Beachly was Vice President of Sales for Aluminum Extrusion.  The death of Edwin Beachly breaks a marriage of twenty years to his wife Debi Hackett Beachly.  He is survived by a daughter Tiffany Casillas, Ft. Worth, TX; a brother Gene Beachly and wife Neira, San Antonio, TX; a sister, Barbara Evans and husband Paul, Montgomery, TX; three grandchildren, Landon, Madeline and Lilian Casillas.

The family will receive friends at Paradigm Funeral Home, Plano from seven o’clock until nine o’clock in the evening, Tuesday, March 6, 2012.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the Magnolia Room of the Southfork Hotel at 1600 N. Central Expressway in Plano on Saturday, March 10 from 5 - 7 PM.  Cremation will be accorded.  In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association or St. Jude’s by visiting their website.  Arrangements especially for the Beachly Family by Al James, Funeral Director.

Russell L. Helsley

Russell “Rusty” Lynn Helsley embodied a profound sense of decency rooted in tradition in a world where such an attribute is unfortunately rare.  Rusty left the earthly bounds on Thursday, March 1, 2012, surrounded by his greatest blessing in life – his loving family.  Rusty fought the good fight but his battle proved to be beyond insurmountable odds.

Rusty devoted his life to his three absolute loves – his wife Norma, his family and his work.  He enjoyed living life as it should be lived: fully and beyond regret.  Rusty was a friend to all.  He won the hearts of all he interacted with whether it was on a personal level or through his work.

Rusty was known to many people through a bounty of organizations namely - DFW Mailers 1967-2012, serving as Treasurer from 2006 to present, MFSA-SW 1967-2012, serving as President in 2003, a member of the Postal Council for many years, he proudly earned the Ed Helsley Memorial Award in 2005.  He was employed by his family’s business – AMSCO from 1967 to 2006.

In 2006, Rusty founded and operated Helsley Mailing Supply until his untimely death.  He loved being self-employed and taking care of his customers.  Rusty insisted that each client be treated like a personal friend and not just another account.

Rusty was a proud member of the B-Band where he played drums and sang, usually on Friday nights and for over 25 years.  He loved his fellow band members as brothers.  Rusty was active in his neighborhood as a member of the supper club, where there were numerous block parties and always plenty of good food.  He also served as Head Soccer Coach for youngest son (Chris) from 1992-1995.

Rusty was born in Dallas on June 23, 1955.  He never had a desire to leave the Dallas area.  Rusty was preceded in death by his father Edwin Helsley and his brother Jimmy Helsley.  He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Norma, his son Jason and fiancé Heather, and his son Christopher, his mother Lynn Helsley, his brother Thomas Helsley and his brother Scott Helsley and wife Nan, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

The Memorial Service for our beloved Rusty will be held Saturday, March 10, 2012 @ 10:00 AM at the Holy Covenant United Methodist Church in Carrollton.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice in Rusty’s honor.