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Thanks Cheryl and James for taking care of this site for Dad. Love you and miss you so much, Dad! I can still hear your southern voice saying, "It is what it is, Liz." XXOO
Liz
USA - Friday, January 05, 2024 at 21:06:19 (UTC)
Thanks James, for taking care of this site over the years! You are such a good man and great member of the family. I miss y'all and hope to see you soon!
Kevin Jordan <CyberKevinJordan@Gmail.com>
Los Angeles, ca United States - Monday, March 14, 2022 at 14:41:03 (UTC)
Happy Birthday to my sweet, and dearly missed Uncle. I'd give anything to be able to give you a great big hug.Thinking of you often. Love you. xoxo Cheryl
Cheryl
USA - Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 21:54:28 (UTC)
Hard to believe it's been 14 years. Have updated the site to make it more friendly for mobile phones.
James Culbertson
League City, Texas United States - Friday, February 25, 2022 at 23:11:27 (UTC)
Can't believe it's been 14 years without you. I've missed you every single day. XXOO
Liz Wegbreit
USA - Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 17:37:26 (UTC)
14 years ago... We miss you forever!
Kevin Jordan <CyberKevinJordan@Gmail.com>
Austin, Texas United States - Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 17:28:29 (UTC)
XXXOOO
Lizzy
USA - Thursday, May 28, 2020 at 19:55:08 (UTC)
We miss you a lot Lavell and just updated your site for more security using https.
James Culbertson
League City, TX USA - Monday, May 25, 2020 at 14:54:35 (UTC)
XXXOOO
Lizzy
USA - Wednesday, April 04, 2018 at 10:38:39 (EDT)
Thinking of you today as I do quite often. Know that I hold very special memories of you my sweet Uncle. James and I had so much fun with you while you lived near us in the Hill Country. I will treasure those memories always. With love, Cheryl & James
Cheryl Culbertson
Select a State USA - Monday, March 12, 2018 at 09:24:02 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Sweetheart...I miss going to eat with you on your Birthday...I really miss you a lot...I was so happy when you moved close to me...I enjoyed sitting on the porch and talking about our lives...I love you...Your Sister, Lona
Lona James
New Braunfels, Texas USA - Sunday, March 12, 2017 at 22:27:10 (EDT)
Happy birthday my sweet Uncle. I miss you a lot. Love and hugs always and forever.
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
TX United States - Sunday, March 12, 2017 at 19:32:20 (EDT)
Happy birthday sweet Uncle. I will always hold the many and fun memories we have shared near and dear to my heart. Love and hugs always and forever.
Cheryl Culbertson
United States - Sunday, March 12, 2017 at 09:16:31 (EDT)
Dear Lavell, HAPPY BIRTHDAY. I remember the great lunches we shared on each of our birthdays. I wish we could do them all again. I miss you a lot, Love, Your Sis
Lona Jordan James
New Braunfels, Tx USA - Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 18:37:34 (EST)
I miss you a lots. I am glad we were able to be be together in Texas. Those are cherished times I think often about.
Jerry Jordan <jerrymargie@comcast.net>
USA - Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 11:53:38 (EST)
Miss you a bunch Uncle Lavell...we all miss you a lot.
Cheryl Culbertson
TX USA - Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 23:43:59 (EST)
I know what we would be doing tonight. Most likely eating some great Mexican food there in San Marcos and drinking a few cold beers to celebrate your birthday.I love and miss you very much. Here's to you, one of the best uncles a niece could ask for. Love. Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson
TEXAS USA - Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 13:43:37 (EDT)
My dear sweet Uncle, I just wanted you to know we are thinking of you not only today, but everyday. That we all love and miss you so very much. Love and hugs always and forever. Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
TX USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at 09:07:41 (EST)
Happy birthday my sweet Uncle.
Cheryl Culbertson
USA - Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at 22:45:07 (EDT)
To my sweet, sweet Uncle...it's hard to believe it's been six years already. I miss you (we all miss you) so very much. There are far too many life events taking place your presence is greatly missed as is your hearty laugh, big smile, wonderful hugs and those beautiful sparkling eyes. You were taken from us far too soon but you will always live in our hearts. I love you so much, Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
New Braunfels, Texas USA - Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 08:43:27 (EST)
Dear Lavell, No, I did not forget your birthday, not the day I lost my dear brother. I have photos I look at often and can not hardly believe I no longer have you. Thank goodness we had a lot of fun and good memories. Now I have lost my best friend Doris, loss Skip ( Laverl Husband ) and Laverl is no longer with us...so sad...Time moves on, I do stay postive. Love you so much, and I will never never forget you, Your Sister, Lona
Lona James
TX USA - Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 15:13:27 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Dad. xxxooo
Liz
USA - Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at 08:40:39 (EDT)
My sweet Uncle...thinking of you today, as always...remembering the many fun times we spent together, especially on days like today, celebrating with good Mexican food, great conversation and of course a couple brews:)Happy Birthday. I love and miss you very much. Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson
USA - Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at 08:26:58 (EDT)
To the best uncle in the world...I love and miss you dearly.♥
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
New Braunfels, TX USA - Monday, February 18, 2013 at 10:10:43 (EST)
xxx000 <3
Liz
USA - Monday, February 18, 2013 at 10:07:15 (EST)
Happy Birthday, Today I miss having lunch with you as we always did on your birthday and on mine too. The other drop in visits, were great. I many times remember you calling me, and saying you are just down the road. Do I have the coffe pot on...I would yes...and in 5 minutes you would knock. Gee what great visits. I often think of our childhood, so many wonderful memories. I miss you so much. I talked to Jerry today, and we had nice memories of you together. This Guest Book keeps your memory alive for me. Love you so much. Your Sis, Lona
Lona Jordan James
Texas USA - Monday, March 12, 2012 at 22:38:49 (EDT)
If tears could build a stairway and thoughts a memory lane, I'd walk right up to heaven, and bring you home again. No Farewell words were spoken; No time to say good-bye, You were gone before I knew it And only God knows why. Happy Birthday Uncle Lavell, we love and miss you dearly. Love. Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
Texas USA - Monday, March 12, 2012 at 08:27:10 (EDT)
Good Morning, I miss you, seeing your photo, brings you close. So many memories and tears today 4 years ago. You left us way to soon. Next Month you would have had another birthday. I will always have a big spot in my heart for you. I love you so much. Your Sister, Lona
Lona James
USA - Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 11:27:51 (EST)
My sweet uncle...it's so hard to believe four years have already gone by since you passed on. So much as changed in the family, some good...some not so good, but it's life so to be expected I guess. What hasn't changed is our love for you and that we all miss you so very much. Rest in peace Uncle Lavell until we meet again. Love and hugs forever and always...Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
San Antonio, TX USA - Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 09:26:22 (EST)
Dear Lavell, We now start a new year. It is about a year since you left, and I would give anything to just see and hug you. It seems like you are just away, and you will come see me soon. You have no idea how nuch I miss my Birthday calls from you. The pitcure of you sitting on the fence at the ranch...What a great few days...The older pitcure of the 4 of us, I think I was 14, such a long time ago, but I still remember remember riding around in the your car with you in New Braunfels. I could bring up 1,000 of memories, and for now...just saying I love you so much. Your Sister, Lona
Lona Jordan James
New Braunfels, Tx USA - Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 14:55:39 (EST)
Merry Christmas Uncle Lavell...we love and miss you dearly. Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
TX USA - Saturday, December 24, 2011 at 19:39:55 (EST)
XXXOOO!
Liz
USA - Friday, August 19, 2011 at 21:30:40 (EDT)
Lavell, I was looking through some pictures of us together. It brought back how much I miss you. Since Milton came to be with you, I guess you know how much Mother and I miss you two. I really miss not being able to visit with you in Wimberly. Love, Jerry
Jerry
Canton , GA USA - Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 15:20:34 (EDT)
Merry Christmas Uncle Lavell. We love and miss you so very much. Love always, Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson
USA - Sunday, December 26, 2010 at 16:42:32 (EST)
Well it is fall, one of your favorite times of the year. I visited Landa Park, as we often do, and saw that it was finished. Cheryl and James came down, we went to the Park and they took pitcures. They are available for everyone to enjoy. I started to cry in that one shot, just miss you so much. Love Your Sister, Lona
Lona James
New Braunfels, TX USA - Sunday, October 10, 2010 at 15:03:32 (EDT)
Well Grandpa I miss you so much! Im glad you watched over Soj's and Peters wedding. I will never forget about you Grandpa! Go Aggies! From your Grandson Zach
Zachary J. Fraasch
Savage, MN USA - Wednesday, August 04, 2010 at 00:01:06 (EDT)
Hi grandpa, I've been thinking about you a lot. Only a 2 1/2 months left til the wedding. I'm really sad you won't be there, but I know you'll watch over us. I'm so glad you got to meet Peter, it means the world to me. I love you <3 XO Soji
Soji
USA - Monday, May 17, 2010 at 20:47:48 (EDT)
Hey Grandpa, I was thinking about you today. I relized that I haven't thanked you yet, for giving me your breif case. Your passward is you birthday, so I never forget. I keep my special stuff in there. I know you will keep them safe! I miss you, and I know my brothers do too. <3 your grandaughter Blakely Jordan Fraasch P.S. I love my middle name!
Blakely Fraasch
USA - Saturday, May 01, 2010 at 23:23:26 (EDT)
Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday dear Daddy, happy birthday to you!
Liz
USA - Friday, March 12, 2010 at 21:22:16 (EST)
Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday dear Daddy, happy birthday to you!
Liz
USA - Friday, March 12, 2010 at 21:06:17 (EST)
Dear Lavell, Today would be when I would call you for a Happy Birthday wish. We never missed calling each other on our birthdays. Ever time I sit on our screen porch, I can still see you sitting there. You loved that porch so much,that you had talked about adding one to your back area. You just left to soon for so many thing that could have been for another 30 years. I only wish I could have had you around longer. I think about Daddy a lot, and of course David Lee. Since he was my first Grandson, I had the opportunity to spent so much time with as we all lived so close together during those years. I also miss him so much. Honey, I love you and I know your soul is happy. Being your oldest sister, I have so many years to remember. I love you, Lona
Lona James
Texas USA - Friday, March 12, 2010 at 11:02:15 (EST)
Dear Uncle Lavell, This would have been one of those weekends we would meet at Casa Loma (one of your favorite places) for a beer and great Mexican food to celebrate your birthday. What fun that always was. So in your honor we plan to go this weekend, it just won't be the same without you. We love and miss you so much. You left us way too soon. In our hearts now and forever. Happy Birthday, Love, Cheryl & James
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
USA - Friday, March 12, 2010 at 08:16:10 (EST)
Well Uncle Lavell..2 years has flown by and things are going along..I am almost done with my core classes so that I may apply to a Nursing school. We will be trnasferring to WA state again for 4 years. My boys are growin and I wish you could have been around to watch them and to watch me become a nurse. I am doing this in your honor as well as my grandpa Gerloff! I know you would have been so proud..I love and miss you so much!!
Angela
AL USA - Saturday, February 20, 2010 at 15:21:33 (EST)
Dear Lavell, My time goes so fast. I think of you very often. Living in New Braunfels, gives me the opportunity to drive by houses we grew up in, by the schools, the many resturant we ate lunch more recently. I miss you so much. I can still see you at my front door, as I open it, you say HI HONEY, and I would get a big hug. I have been watching # 7-A Cabana, being re-done in Landa Park in your Memory. I assume it will be ready for dedication in June. It will be nice to visit and have pic-niks, you will be so close to me. Love you forever, your Sister Lona
Lona James
USA - Friday, February 19, 2010 at 09:54:38 (EST)
I hope all is going well for you where ever you are,ha,I know where you are, just kidding. Miss you as does everyone & some day we will meet again. bill
Bill May
USA - Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 22:05:30 (EST)
Thank you to everyone who writes here. I come to the site to read the guestbook often, though for some reason I rarely write. The pavilion in Landa Park, dedicated to our dad, should be ready this June! :) I will update on this site as it gets closer.
Liz
USA - Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 13:35:10 (EST)
You will always and forever be in our hearts Uncle Lavell. I miss you very much, especially when I would call and the first thing you would say would..."hey Cheryl, what's going on". I can still hear you saying it that and way. Love you so much, Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
USA - Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 09:25:00 (EST)
It's hard to believe it will soon be two years since you left us. I'll always remember the last time I saw you. I was dropping you off at home, and after visiting a bit, headed back home...waving bye out the car window and saying "see ya later, love you" as I drove down your drive. Thankfully we hugged bye before I left. And that was it. Who would have thought. I certainly didn't. We must always remember that the last time we see someone it actually might be the last time we see them...to love and enjoy one another and life to the fullest. I love and miss you very much Uncle Lavell. Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <culbertson.cheryl@gmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 20:39:40 (EST)
I still miss you a lot and think of you often. It is just not the same without you. Jerry
Jerry Jordan
Canton, GA USA - Monday, February 15, 2010 at 10:42:40 (EST)
Dear Lavell, I think of you all the time. Since I live in the City we grew up together, so many landmarks, houses resturants, schools, and of course the famous Landa Park. Liz told me she has made the arrangement for your Memorial in Landa Park to be ready by this winter 2009. So many friends and relatives wanted you remembered always, and what a nice way to do the memory, since you loved & spent years enjoying the park. She said there will be a covered picnic building remodeled in your honor, with a special memorial plate, so friends and relatives can look for your building. I will be able to visit, and enjoy lunches there more often, since I only live about 2 miles from the park. Thanks for the gift to Mother, it has helped her so much in her failing last few years. She is not holding up well, I love her, and you so much. Love You, Lona
Lona James
New Braunfels,, TX USA - Saturday, August 29, 2009 at 17:02:49 (EDT)
Hi Uncle Lavell, I've been thinking about you, a lot, and I miss you so very much too. Love you, Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson
USA - Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 22:25:03 (EDT)
Lavell, We were never real close during your life but you always had a special place in my heart & I wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday. You are missed by all. You left us way to soon. Bill
Bill May
USA - Thursday, March 12, 2009 at 22:46:12 (EDT)
Cheryl said exactly what I was thinking..you were and are so special to all of us who love you and those who barely knew you...You touched so many people with your love, tenderness and wisdom..I take with me everyday our chats we used to have once a month and I try and live my life as you hoped for me..I love and miss you terribly
Angela
AL USA - Thursday, March 12, 2009 at 21:27:50 (EDT)
Dear Uncle Lavell, I too miss you so very much. I really miss you not being just down the road from us. Darn life. Seems like there was always something going on so we didn't get to spend as much time with one another as we had liked. I know had you been here we would be meeting you at Casa Loma's for a beer (or two) and some great Mexican food to celebrate your big 70. But that is not to be. So we'll think of you now, tomorrow and always, remembering all your stood for and how you changed and shaped the lives of so many during your life's journey. I'm glad you were my uncle and I miss you very much. You were one special guy who brought so much happiness into all our lives. Happy Birthday Uncle. Love, Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <jcculb@texas.net>
USA - Thursday, March 12, 2009 at 16:50:52 (EDT)
My Dearest Brother, Happy Birthday. I miss the past 5 years of our birthday lunches together. I think of you everyday as I walk down my hallway, and see you in my special family of collections. I wish I had more time with you. Love you very much. Lona
Lona James
USA - Thursday, March 12, 2009 at 14:42:44 (EDT)
Remembering you on the big 70! Happy Birthday Lavell.
Mary Jordan <mjordan7@austin.rr.com>
Austin, Tx USA - Thursday, March 12, 2009 at 10:42:07 (EDT)
We Thought Of You Today We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. We thought of you yesterday And will tomorrow, too. We think of you in silence And make no outward show. For what it meant to lose you Only those who love you know. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we'll never part. God has you in His Keeping. We have you in our Heart. Author Unknown Happy Birthday Dad! I miss you every day! Love you always! Sheila
Sheila Fraasch <sheila.fraasch@mchsi.com>
USA - Thursday, March 12, 2009 at 09:51:24 (EDT)
Dear Lavell, Gee, the holidays are so sad without you. I can almost see you walking up my sidewalk. I miss your hugs. I miss you so much honey. I see you in over 60 years of family pitcures, as I often oull older pitcures out for viewing.I wish we could just sit on the back patio and talk again. Our love ones go slowly, one at a time, David Lee, Dad, and now you. Sometimes I look up and swear I see your image. Wishful thinking, I guess. I will love you forever my dearest brother. Lona
Lona Jordan James
New Braunfels,, TX. USA - Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 16:52:25 (EST)
Merry Christmas Uncle Lavell. You are truly missed by us all. I'm so thankful we were all together at Christmas last year...who would have ever thought that would have been our last. Love, Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <jcculb@texas.net>
USA - Thursday, December 25, 2008 at 20:43:41 (EST)
Lavell, I miss you very much, especially when I go back to Texas to visit. No more good times by your pool. March 12 does not have the good feeling for me that it used to. Mother misses you and talks about you constantly. Mother thanks you for the $20,000 you left her. It is really coming in handy for here. What a nice thing you did for her. Love Jerry
Jerry Jordan
USA - Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 22:20:54 (EST)
You have been on my mind so much lately..I have so many things I want to call you and tell you..I know I can talk to you any time I want but I miss your voice..you had such a kind and loving voice and you "got" me..please know that I love and miss you each and every day..
Me
USA - Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at 10:53:54 (EDT)
Happy Father's Day..I always thought of you as a dad..miss ya bunches
A
USA - Sunday, June 15, 2008 at 21:02:19 (EDT)
I am back in college Uncle Lavell..I wanted to share this with you even though you already knew...I am taking a summer Math course..yuck and in the fall I have signed up for a Biology course and I need to find a new one since it was another math class that if I do well this summer I wont need...I am thinking of a psycology course called Human Groth and Development or something to that effect..I will let you know..I love and miss you bunches
Angela
USA - Friday, May 30, 2008 at 14:32:12 (EDT)
Hi good lookin..well life has gone on huh! We are all doin what we can to get back with life! The other day I thought o fyou and wondered what you woud be doin if you were still here..you were always a busy busy man..I loved that about you! You worked hard for everything you have! Well..you already know this but in Aug I will be yet again goin back to college except this time..I wont screw it up..I am planning on becoming a nurse..and I want it real bad so I know you will be there thumpin me on the head if I get distraced HA! I love you Uncle Lavell..miss you terribly! (((HUG)))
Angie
USA - Monday, May 12, 2008 at 10:25:53 (EDT)
Hi Uncle Lavell, Sure do miss you!!! I am doin good these days now that things have settled down and started gettin back to normal..my boys are back in soccer again, Spring Break is next week..they are both excited to go camping! Live goes on even when you wanna just curl up in a ball huh! Ok I love you and miss you dearly..I still have your number in my phone and email..just b/c it makes me feel not so far away from you! I love you
Angela
AL USA - Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 08:01:05 (EDT)
Grandpa, I miss u so much! I have been thinking about our great memories lately. Like when you went fishing with me on the San Marcos River and we caught nothing but it didn't make a differnce, we still hade fun. I miss our donut runs and playing catch with you in my backyard! I have good news I made the AAA baseball team again and hopefully our first practice is soon. I know you would have been proud of me. I will miss seeing you at my games, but I know you are watching me from heaven, and I will make you proud! I have also made the A honor role again! That stuff makes my parents are extremly happy with me. I think about you and miss you every day! Love U, Your Grandson Zach
Zachary Fraasch
Savage, MN USA - Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 20:53:41 (EDT)
Lavell, We miss you,The times we were together were always fun. On the trip to Mississippi we had so much fun visiting and singing and laughing. We shared jokes and laughs at the Dairy Queen, what a great time. I will miss the things you would do for me every time you came to see us. You would cut the grass, paint, bring a small gift and so many other things. I still think about calling you on the phone. We miss your sweet smile. There is so much more I could say but most of all I Love You so much my darling. We will meet again someday and never have to say good bye again. love you Mother and Dad
Jewel & Milton Helmke
HARWOOD, Tx USA - Sunday, March 23, 2008 at 21:36:34 (EDT)
Well buba, its been a month now and I still think of you just like yesterday. I guess I always will.Every one here misses you especialy nwhen we see the table you made for mom and the chair you painted for her also. We will be thinking of you and see you later. Little brother, Jimmy
jimmy helmke
USA - Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at 21:15:14 (EDT)
Just remembered someone telling about this website at the funeral and finally looking it up. Enjoyed many of the comments made about Lavell. I first met Lavell in January of 1973 when he came to work at Honeywell in Minneapolis. He and I worked on the same project at that time, the collision warning system (for commercial airliners). Over the years we worked together at Honeywell, played a lot of tennis together along with Jim Hager, went on a lot of camping trips up into and near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area of NE Minnesota, I mean real tent camping right on the ground sometimes in cold cold weather, stuff that Real Men do. Have lots of good memories. In later years, we got together in the fall at Jim Hager's place in northern Minnesota, and Marlyce and I stopped to visit on our way down to or back from Pharr TX as we became Winter Texan's every year. Lavell and I were planning on a camping trip to his property near Corpus Christi this spring. Will miss that very much as well as the visits on our way to and from Pharr as well as visits every Fall.
Don Miller <marlydonm@netscape.net>
Amery, WI USA - Monday, March 17, 2008 at 17:19:24 (EDT)
Hey ! My good friend Lavell, just so you know the SMR "Group" went to dinner tonight at The Grist Mill to celebrate the 3 March B'days(Yours, Jane's and Ila's) Looks like you missed out,but we celebrated for you & to you anyway, and missed you !I toasted you on your B'day while at the John Fogerty concert in Houston at the Rodeo..gee, you would have just loved his "off the charts" performance, as I know how much you liked CCR, and he sang all the favorites! Miss you..Your friend, Jo Anne
Jo Anne
USA - Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 00:04:19 (EDT)
It is Friday...No, I did not forget your birthday...Wednesday I kept our lunch date, but ate by myself, and toasted you. Yesterday Cheryl and I had lunch at Gruene's, a wonderful meal, we also said happy birthday to you. As a family we all tried to have lunch in celebratioin of close by relatives birthdays. It has been a tradition for so very long. I was so happy you moved back here, and I could see more of you. I still feel like you will call me, or just walk up, as you did many times when you were in New Braunfels. I love those times. Pat will come down for lunch in a week and we also will toast your birthday, Gee I miss you so much. Love always. Lona
Lona Jordan James
New Braunfels, Tx USA - Friday, March 14, 2008 at 11:23:16 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Uncle Lavell. It's still so unreal that you are not here for us to take you to birthday dinner as we had done so many times in the past. We always went to your favorite place too, Casa Loma, there in San Marcos. You left us way too soon dear Uncle. Love and miss you very much, Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <jcculb@texas.net>
Driftwood, TX USA - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 17:51:32 (EDT)
Happy Happy Birthday Dad! I love you and I miss you. Love, Lizzy
Liz
USA - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 16:24:47 (EDT)
Lavell, I miss you so much! I still cannot believe that I cannot just pick up the phone and call you on your birthday like I did so many times in the past. It is not the same here without you. I want to sit again with you by your pool at night over a glass of burbon and discuss everthing under the sun and watch Hondo catch the bats flying too low over your pool. We had a lot of good times together. You and Hondo take care. I love you
Jerry <Jordan>
USA - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 15:20:35 (EDT)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY FAV UNCKE IN THE WIRLD..I love you and miss you bunches!!
Angela
USA - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 07:51:07 (EDT)
So I picked up the phone to call you the other day..it made me so sad when I remembered you would not answer! I have talked with Kevin an awful lot and that is nice! He is such a good person to listen to me ramble...I miss you and being able to call..I wish there was a phone in Heaven..well I guess I should dust myself off and get on with life HUH! I love you Uncle and you were the best man I even knew..thank you for all you told me and all you did for me..it meant the world to me and I will treasure those memories for a lifetime..I love you!
Angela
USA - Wednesday, March 05, 2008 at 07:46:19 (EST)
Lavell, Thanks for answering my letter. As the keeper of the roster for the New Braunfels High School Class of ’58, I was asked back in 2003 to try and find you. Several of us from the NBHS Class of ’58 went to school with you at Lamar Elementary and NB Junior High. We lost track of you when your family moved to Bishop, TX. I had been searching for you on the web for about a year when I finally had a breakthrough and found you in Minnesota. Unfortunately, when I called the phone number listed, it had been disconnected. Little did I know that you had actually moved back to Texas. Fortunately, one of our classmates remembered that you had been at Texas A&M with him and located you on the A&M alunmus site. I got an address but no phone number or email address. So, I wrote you a letter. Because you answered that letter, we were able to reconnect with you and renew old friendships. It was great to have you attend our monthly breakfasts and other functions and to communicate with you via email. It was even greater when I found out we had some things in common. You got your engineering degree at A&M and I got mine at UT-Austin. As Chief of the Engineering Branch in the Automatic Test Systems Division at Kelly Air Force Base, TX, my office had engineering responsibility for the TEWS Intermediate Support System (TISS), a test system used by the Air Force to test the F-15 Aircraft. I was thrilled to learn that you were one of the designers of the TISS when you worked for Honeywell in Minnesota. Small world, isn’t it? We’re going to miss you, Lavell, but I thank God that, at least, we were able to enjoy your company for a few years. It was a pleasure meeting your beautiful family – I just wish we had met under different circumstances. Rest well, my friend. VIA CON DIOS. Eddie Martinez NBHS Class of ‘58
Edward Martinez <EMARTINEZ142@satx.rr.com>
New Braunfels, TX USA - Sunday, March 02, 2008 at 02:42:38 (EST)
Dear Grandpa, I can’t believe you’re gone. I am missing you, but am so grateful for all of the wonderful times we shared. You taught me to fish, well you taught me to cast and wait, and reel ‘em in. I wasn’t very interested in putting bait on or removing the fish… but you still let me bring home my 3 inch sunfish to show off. We played basketball in the driveway on Virginia WITH Grandma Helmke and swam in the LAKE (which I wouldn’t do for anyone, but you)! You taught me to play poker and supplied Chris with enough change to keep up with me… you howled that call that I don’t even know what to call. You gave me Indian burns and taught me to do it to my mom. You taught me to play pool. And told me about mom’s older sister, Betty (in the wall of the basement). You coined the phrase “Y’all are runnin’ around like a buncha wild Indians!” We went on all those summer vacations to Wisconsin. I am the only one of my friends who’s Grandpa sent them “dumb blond jokes” via email. And who drove a Camero. You always said that one day, when I got older I wouldn’t want to hang out with you, but that day never came. Last summer we played kickball… it seems so unreal that you could be gone now. But you are, for now. I will see you again someday. Love you Grandpa xoxo <3 always, Soji
Sojourney Philbin <sojourneyp@yahoo.com>
Wheeling, IL USA - Friday, February 29, 2008 at 14:47:52 (EST)
Lavell, It was really nice getting re-acquainted with you after almost fifty years. Both Don and I enjoyed our conversations with you at the class of '58 gatherings. You always looked great and seemed in such good health which made the recent news such a shock. I'm sorry that the plan to play golf here in Seguin with Don was postponed until it was too late. You would probably have enjoyed seeing the improvements that have been made since you played the Max Starcke course. I have learned by reading the comments of family and friends that you have led an interesting, successful and productive life. By successful I mean that you have obviously earned the respect of others and that you have given generously of yourself throughout the years. Your passing has created a rift in the cololrul, complicated and somewhat diverse design of the tapestry that is our class of '58. We will miss you at our 50th reunion. We who remain will remember you, each in our own way until we all meet at the last and final "Big Reunion". Until then..... Don & Annette (Lloyd) Larsen
Annette (Lloyd) Larsen <annettelar@satx.rr.com>
Seguin, Texas USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at 14:17:52 (EST)
Lavell was a classmate of mine in NBHS, and then at Texas A&M where we both majored in Engineering. I had lost track of him till he started attending our morning class 58' breakfasts. We got along great, as he did with everyone. I was shocked to hear that he left us so suddenly. I will miss him and regret that I was out of town during his funneral. amen
maurice fischer <mdf@midtexoil.com>
new braunfels, tx USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 11:34:45 (EST)
Lavell, I have many memories of our lives. Living in Mississippi was actually fun. Dad was a farmer. He raised cotton, sugar cane, fruit and vegetables. We scanned the watermelon fields for big ones, so we could burst them, take the middle part, leaving the rest for the birds. We chewed sugar cane as a treat. The juice ran down our faces and clothes. As the family sat on the porch, we chased lightening bugs, you were afraid of snakes, so if we varied off to far we had a lantern. You taught me to use a sling shot, to climb higher in trees, and on huge grape vines. You played in my playhouses, but rearranged my boundary walls; I like big rooms, you made them smaller. You made me a stove with roof tin, and a fire under it, we tried to cook eggs, but put it out quickly. We climbed on edge of a truck loaded with fresh cotton, you fell in. I was scared, and yelling louder, then you stuck your hand up and head, saying, "here I am" We put watermelons in the cold bubbling creek to cool, you fell in and pulled me in, good thing it was a shallow area. We had fun riding in the horse drawn wagon, dragging out feet. When Jerry was big enough, he was always with us, and our adventures. You and Jerry built forts, I was not supposed to go out to the forts, even though you had real clean trails to get out there, to watch for snakes. You took my doll that cried mama, and removed the crier to see how it worked, but putting it back in with safety pins. How nice. You made little tractors from thread spools, notching the edges, putting rubber piece in middle, sticks on end. They would crawl up little sandy hills, we raced them, you were fair, sometimes you let me sit mine down first.This is to hard, more later, I love you so much, Lona
Lona Jordan James
New Braunfels, Texas USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 11:05:05 (EST)
Lavell Jordan will always be thought of with our love and respect as a true friend with whom we share many common aspects. Lavell's daughter Sheila is our daughter-in-law, married to our son Jim. Both Lavell and Ken worked for Honeywell for many years.We have three common grand chilren--Zachary, Blakely, and Hayden---who we all love very much.Lavell and I both have heart health problems, and were in hospitals in Texas and Minnesota at roughly the same time, and with the same diagnoses. Lavell called Ken while we were in the hospitals to compare notes. Lavell always gave of himself most gratiously, and we will never forget that. We can only wish our deepest sympathy for his family and many, many friends, and that we too will miss him very much.
Ken and Mary Ann Fraasch <kmf@crosslake.net>
Crosslake, MN USA - Monday, February 25, 2008 at 22:48:27 (EST)
I was laying in bed last night and it hit me...I mean I knew you were gone but it really hit me that I will NEVER see you again and this is not fair! You kept me coming back to our family throughout my madness with the family. You were the reason I stayed in touch b/c I knew if I walked away completely..I would not see you as well! I havent felt like a family in a long time..you were the anchor as Mary said..teh peace maker who kept people talkin and in touch..now what are we gonna do! I am a stubborn girl and you were the only one who kept me around. You were what I looked forward too. Now what!!! If you arent around, what is the point...I hate this..I hate the fact that I am never gonna see you again on this earth and hear the way you said my name..and called me sweets...why did this happen..why did you leave...life sure has been cruel to us! Taking you was not right!! I am sorry for the rambling but I hurt cause you were my anchor for this family and now I feel like a balloon floating away..futher and further away! I love you Uncle Lavell...I hope I said it enough..I hope you felt it as you departed us..My love for you was so strong..and I will miss you deeply for the rest of my life!
Angela
AL USA - Monday, February 25, 2008 at 08:55:29 (EST)
First you were my friend, then my husband, then father of our beautiful children, then former-spouse, and then friend. Quite a round trip. Lavell, you told me in a recent phone call "You know I will always be here for you." And I replied in kind. We just didn't realize "always" would come so soon. Well, Lavell, you WILL always be here...in our children and grandchildren and in the hearts and memories of the legions of family and friends you gathered close to you in your lifetime. These many wonderful tributes from many friends and family are heartwarming. I am so very happy you did return to your beloved Hill Country as you always said you would...and that you had the opportunity to renew so many old and treasured friendships and to be close to the family that meant the world to you. Our family may have lost its earthly anchor, but we know you are up there at the helm! Gig 'em, Aggie! And rest well, dear friend.
Mary Jordan <mjordan7@austin.rr.com>
Austin, TX USA - Sunday, February 24, 2008 at 14:15:03 (EST)
Lavell and I worked together on the Board at Summer Mountain Ranch for several months. I got to know him while working on a couple of projects here and there. We were out to dinner the Sat. before the Super Bowl at the Salt Grass in San Marcos with several people from SMR and that was the last time I saw him. We laughed and had such a nice visit and I will always remember his great smile. He made many friends and he will be missed and not forgotton. I met some of his family and I realized how much he touched their lives and they will miss him very much. May God bless him. Mike and Dauna Snow
MIKE SNOW <MSNOW8222@CENTURYTEL.NET>
SAN MARCOS, TX USA - Sunday, February 24, 2008 at 13:33:51 (EST)
Lavell, thank you for so many good times we shared here at Summer Mountain Ranch, going out for meals, and going out to listen to live music. Our last outting together was at Gruene Hall to hear Jason Allen just a few weeks ago. It was so cold and we all stood around the old wood stove to listen to his music. Each time we would see him, you would comment on your new guitar and you "just haven't gotten around to learning how to play it". I bet now you can play it like no one has ever played before. One afternoon after working on the trails, you, Gary Burch and our brother-in-law, James Urban, stayed to have a bite to eat on our deck. We learned more about you that day than we ever knew. You and James were listing your most interesting moments during your professional careers and you had some great stories to tell. How we will miss you! You were such a kind and gentle person and we will always remember you and so glad you had touched our lives. Jane and Charlie Willis
Jane and Charlie Willis <willisjc@centurytel.net>
San Marcos, TX USA - Sunday, February 24, 2008 at 11:18:25 (EST)
Lavell, You will greatly missed. We will miss your smiling face, your since of humor, and your joking manner, (always in good taste and with respect). I always loved the way you came into our home and made yourself at home, and putting everyone around you at ease. We will especially miss you at Christmas time when you brought with you a house full of warmth and happiness, but now you will be sharing Christ's birthday with him. WE love and miss you Lavell and I know you will make God as happy as you made us. Bye for now Love you Jimmy and Janet
Jimmy and Janet Helmke <jimandjan@gvtc.com>
HARWOOD, TX USA - Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 12:05:53 (EST)
Dear Friend, We missed you today and will continue to find a void in our lives without your smile and gentle manner. The funeral was a tribute to you in so many ways. For those of us just meeting your family, it was a joy! We all knew how proud you were of your children, grandchildren and family. They were awesome today. They made all of us feel welcome and treated us warmly. It was obvious how very much all of them loved you and how they will carry your memory with them forever. They opened your home to all of us after the service and we enjoyed the beautiful home, trees and Texas sunshine. Thanks for being a special friend to me and my children and for always wanting to help no matter what the job. The NB Class of '58 will celebrate our 50th in October 2008 and we will raise a glass to salute you. You will be missed but we were all blessed to have you in our lives. May you rest in God's loving hands! Betty Burt Kyle
Betty Burt Kyle <bkyle@satx.rr.com>
New Braunfels, Tx USA - Friday, February 22, 2008 at 21:40:28 (EST)
Lavell i will still be waiting on the first tee box for our round of golf. We had made plans to play golf in Landa Park when the weather was nice to play. I guess God had a better Golf course plan for you to play with him. I will miss you smile and friendlyness but i know you are in better hands now. I will see when God call me for a threesome.
Sandy Morales <cayetanomorales60@yahoo.com>
new Braunfels, , tx. USA - Friday, February 22, 2008 at 17:21:09 (EST)
lavell We had some good times together and a lot of time apart across tha country. We had plans for next month but they will have to wait for now. We will take that hunting trip together later on. We all love you and will miss you, until we see you again. Goodbye for now and I will miss you. Your little brother Jimmy
jimmy helmke
harwood, tx USA - Friday, February 22, 2008 at 13:54:07 (EST)
Lavell, Thank you for company and kindness. May God keep you in His arms as He carries you safely home to your heavenly rest. Our condolences to your family. Clarence and Carol Coleman
Clarence & Carol Coleman
San Marcos, TX USA - Friday, February 22, 2008 at 11:14:33 (EST)
Hi Uncle Lavell...wanted to write you today and tell you goodbye..I know that you are at peace and happy..that was never a question! I sure am gonna miss you and seeing you while I pass through TX...I will miss your cute grin and handsome face..I am glad there are pictures here to come look at any time I want too...I love you Uncle and always will! Your memory will live on forever cause there is NO way any of us could ever forget you!
Angela <jchtmommy@yahoo.com>
Fairhope, AL USA - Friday, February 22, 2008 at 08:05:13 (EST)
To my dearest friends and family...some things I'd like to say... but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you." It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man." God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me! Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author) ©Copyright 1998-2006 http://www.ruthann1.com
me
USA - Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 14:40:26 (EST)
Lavell, Jerry, Ray, Ted and I had a special relationship over the back fence in Bishop when we were young. They were always friendly and funny. All the best to Jerry and Lavell's family. Charles Lee
Charles Lee Jordan <egonjoe@comcast.net>
Moss Beach, CA USA - Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 14:12:33 (EST)
Lavell was always one of the quietest guys in our class. I suppose he didn't have much of a chance with all the "loud mouths" we had. You could always see him smiling and laughing though. He did enjoy having a good time. It was a joy to see him again after so many years at our reunions. He didn't seem to age...still smiling and laughing. We all had a great time at our last reunion, and he will definitely be missed this Spring at our 50th. I have an idea though that he will be there in spirit...still smiling and laughing.
Peggy Pack Painter <pegled@suddenlink.net>
Athens, TX. USA - Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 12:46:10 (EST)
I was saddened to hear about Lavell's death. I remember him in high school as a sweet and kind young man. After graduation, everyone went different ways and it was 48 years later when I saw him again at a class reunion. He had not changed, He was still sweet, kind and very funny. We laughed a lot and had a great time. I did not attend our next reunion and have regretted it ever since because I missed out on the fun and sweet fellowship they had. Evidently Lavell was the life of the party. I was looking forward to our 50th in April. I am grateful that I did see him a couple of years ago, but wish he were here to for this one. We will miss you, Lavell. God bless you and your family. Rest in peace, my friend.
Carolyn Taylor
Bishop, TX USA - Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 10:12:40 (EST)
Such a shock to hear of your demise, completely out of the blue. I enjoyed our relationship, you on the board and me on the ACC when we used to swap stories of life with Honeywell while working on the nature trails, and various other stories of life in general. You will be missed in SMR and I can only hope that your example of your community spirit will inspire others to help in replacing the void your have left behind.
Terry Jones <terry.jones@grandecom.net>
San Marcos, TX USA - Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 08:58:05 (EST)
I am so sad you are gone and even sadder that I didn't keep in touch with you like I should have. My fondest memory of you was when you came to Wichita and stayed with us. You took Van, Dad and I to my favorite place in the whole world, Joyland Amusement Park. I was about 10 years old. Mom and Dad didn't really like to go & they weren't about to let us ride on that old wooden roller coaster. But, you let us ride it and then you even talked Dad into riding the roller coaster with me. That was so funny. I always thought Dad was too old to do that. I remember telling my friends after you left that you were my favorite brother. You always made me feel special! You also reminded me alot of our Dad. You had that same spark for life that he did. I can see by all the comments you were loved by many and touched so many lives. You will be missed. Tell Dad hello for me! Love you Gina.
Gina Barker <gbarker4@cox.net>
Haysville, KS USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 22:59:23 (EST)
Uncle Lavell, You will deeply be missed by family and friends. You where easy going and easy to get along with. I was shocked when I heard the news of your passing. It didin't seem real. I just wish that I was around you more, you alwats brought laughter to everyones heart. I know that I will miss that. As I'm sure everyone esle will also. I will keep you in my prayes. And god bless you and everyone.
Robert Edwards <robertedwards05@hoymail.com>
austin, tx USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 22:48:08 (EST)
So sorry about Lavell. I was one of classmates at Bishop. We all had a great time visiting with him at the last reunion. So many laughs!! I was looking forward to seeing him again at this year's 50th. He will be missed.
Flora Murray Bartyzal <fjbartyzal@aol.com>
Corpus Christi, TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 22:36:21 (EST)
Uncle Lavell...what can I say. The last time we saw one another was a couple weeks ago after seeing you home from the hospital. I was able to give you a big hug, say I love, then I turned and said, 'ok, well, I'll see you later'. That never came to be. I had a reminder on my computer this morning that popped up to buy you a birthday card, call you for dinner. If I don't have those reminders...well, just a lot to remember these days I guess. But one thing I'll always remember is how giving, kind and thoughtful you were to everyone. Always up for getting together, coming to house or going out to eat. Soft spoken, tender, a peaceful loving soul. That was you. I have to say that the one thing I'm so glad you did was decide to move down our way a few years back. It gave us the opportunity to spend time together, something we would have missed out on had you still lived up North. I will miss you Uncle Lavell, so very much. The best Uncle a girl could have. Your niece. Cheryl
Cheryl Culbertson <jcculb@texas.net>
Driftwood, TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 21:51:09 (EST)
My favorite Uncle in the world..I am so numb right now! We were supposed to get together..we were supposed to see each other but alas your precious heart gave you trouble and though we both wanted to see each other while I was in TX that week..we did not! I love you so much..I loved talking to you and seeing you every time I came around and you could make it..we were togehter! My fondest memory of Uncle Lavell..he flew me to Minnesota for 2 weeks after I graduated high school..he took me on my first and only ski trip..that bruise lasted a month thank you very much..we had my first experience when fondue..yum..we celebrated our birthdays together since they were only 11 days apart..Mall of America...man I just talked to you..how can you be gone..how is it possible that the best man in the world is gone! I love you so much..I hope you truly knew this..you were a dad to me and the best at it! Until we meet again..stop by from time to time will ya...
Angela Barton
Fairhope, AL USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 21:22:57 (EST)
One of my fondest memories of Lavell is when he was in Jr High in New Braunfels. He had a wave in the front of his hair. I thought it was natural until he told me years later he would stand in front of the mirror for hours training that sweet little curl. I will miss being able talk to my Bubba.
Pat Edwards <patalva@sbcglobal.net>
Austin, tx USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 21:01:30 (EST)
We will all miss you at SMR. I'm glad we played poker and had a good time together. A true friend and good neighbor. Some of our lives, like yours, are short, but they're filled with snippets of the lives we shared. God speed my friend. May you be at peace forever with God. Rene Gonzalez
Rene Gonzalez <rene-g@austin.rr.com>
San Marcos, TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 19:19:16 (EST)
Although we didn't know each other for very long we had some good old talks. No one will ever forget those baby blues and your infectious smile. Be at peace and bless your family at this time. Sue
Susan Morrow <tomorrow@riverrats.net>
San Marcos, USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 18:51:48 (EST)
Lavell, I love the picture of you shown on this album cover! It shows your smiling, open, and genuine face. I will miss you Lavell. All of Summer Mountain Ranch owes you a huge debt of gratitude for the countless hours you so willingly and cheerfully spent, looking out for us all. My only regret is not being able to shake your hand, one more time, THIS SIDE OF GLORY!
David Allen <scooter78666@gmail.com>
San Marcos , TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 17:05:42 (EST)
Life is a journey and we take many trails. Some are soft and easy, but others bring travails. Down strange, winding roads we go astray, and pricked by thorns, we have lost our way. Caught in the grasp of anxiety and fear, we cry for help to anyone near. The final path of this life that we must take is the easiest journey that we will make. To cross the curtain into the garden of light where time is foreve and there is no night. Those from the past whom we have know gather about to welcome us home. Welcome home, Lavell
Anna & Lester Wygrys <afwygrys@hotmail.com>
Santa Fe, TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 17:01:29 (EST)
Lavell, I love you brother always have always will.I know i didnt get to see you much in my lifetime but that doesnt change the fact that you are my big brother,and you are in my thoughts and prayers. You always have been and always will be.After all dad named me after you-Van LAVELL Jordan.I liked it so much I named my son after you-Dalton Van LAVELL Jordan.You lived a good life. You raised three successful children,served your country,and retired to live near your mother Jewell,which I feel was your desire.I will see you again big brother,until then godspeed and I LOVE YOU-Van
van jordan <van.l.jordan@spiritaero.com>
wichita, ks USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 16:58:48 (EST)
We were remembering the last time we saw you; we both remarked at how blue your eyes appeared that day. It was as if a whole lot of goodness was just shining out through your eyes. Wish I had told you right then and there. We recall the times we spent working side by side on the hiking/horse trails, the Fire Station grounds, and all those "group" dinners from here to New Braunfels. What a time we had knowing you. Rest well sweet and gentle soul and know you will be missed and that you were loved by many. David & Phyllis
David & Phyllis Gunn <Texangel@centurytel.net>
San Marcos, Tx USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 16:48:18 (EST)
I feel very blessed and honored have known you,Lavell.You have left your family, your second family(The Badger Family) and so many friends too early. You are so repected and loved by everyone.Who could not love that impish smile, you gave everyone? We all went on different adventures after high school. I am so glad that everyone came together for the reunions. Especially, the reunion at Barbara and Pat Hubert's home. The drive to and from their home.Getting lost, and having someone asking"Aren't we having so much fun?"Also, saying,"I love being with my "sister"." Farewell, my friend.God Bless you and your family during this time. It has been a pleasure.
Sherron Pistole <sdp6@sbcglobal.net>
Lake Jackson, Tx. USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 16:32:30 (EST)
Badger reunions without Lavell will not be the same. I am remembering our good times in high school, such a very nice boy, who became an equally nice man and soooo humorous. At our reunion in the spring most of our laughing was done with Lavell and his driving to and from Barbara's house with the others. His navigating skills were the point of humor that night! We were all so glad he had moved back to Texas. He left us much too young! Anne & Baines
Anne & Baines Manning <akbmanning@aol.com>
Cypress, TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 14:50:17 (EST)
This is still a shock. So hard to believe this has happened. My heart and prayers are with the family as I think of our friend and classmate, Lavell. Most prominate rememberance is our last Class Reunion when Lavell was so much fun.. laughing.. telling stories... feeling so well.. looking so virile. Loving life, that's for sure. Now as we are in the midst of planning our April Class Reunion.. it will be hard to not have Lavell with us. He has been a part of our group for over 50 years.. so it is a loss of our family member too. It has been our privilege to have had Lavell in our lives. I, personally, will miss our phone conversations... funny, interesting, and welcomed. We laughed a lot and I felt he was a good friend. Always kind, caring and humorous. Yes, Lavell, you are missed! God bless and keep you, your family and friends as we remember you with affection and respect. Coni
Coni Neff <Conilee40@aol.com>
Lakeside, TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 13:10:25 (EST)
Lavell was one the nicest human beings I have ever known. After finally seeing him again after an absence of 48 years,he said he wished we could have spent more time reminiscing. I had hoped that that would have happened at our 50th high school reunion here in Corpus Christi--unfortunately that will not be the case. Rest in peace, Lavell.
Bert Rucker <tworuckers@aol.com>
Corpus Christi, TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 13:00:08 (EST)
Lavell,you became my friend many years ago,I think the year was 1951 but it was not long till life took us in different directions. Our paths did not cross again for nearly 50 years but I found you to still be my friend with a smile & good words for all. I'm so grateful that we got to visit again this past christmas when we all got together at Cheryl's house I'll miss you. God Bless & Rest in Peace my friend. Till we neet again.
Bill May
Fort Worth, TX. USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 12:53:14 (EST)
Remembering another Fightin' Texas Aggie.
Derick Sager
Aggieland, Tx USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 12:21:41 (EST)
Dear Lavell, we are greatly saddened and will miss you very much. We loved that you were a part of the ad hoc dinner group always making us laugh and enjoy your stories. You did such a wonderful job as SMR V.P. taking good care of your community and watching out for us all. I know that we speak for all of your Summer Mountain Ranch neighbors when we wish you a loving farewell. We thank your family for sharing you with us. Our prayers go out to all of you. Dale and Ila
Ila and Dale Gandy <itgdsg@centurytel.net>
San Marcos, TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 12:09:50 (EST)
Lavell, where do I start? I'm so saddened by you leaving us so soon, and not one of us had the chance to tell you goodbye, and how much your friendship meant.I know you knew how much your friendship meant to me over these past few years while we all had such fun times living,laughing and hard working at Summer Mountain Ranch.You were always there to lend a helping hand or a chain saw!You were always there with a smile on your face. You were always there ready to go listen to Texas music at Gruene Hall, Riley's Tavern, Inoz's,Cheatham St. or my front porch ! You were always ready to go to dinner, or come to our homes for 'The Group" get togethers,have a cold beer or a margarita.I remember all the times you gave of yourself for others, like taking my Grandson Grant to the driving range, and letting him swim in your pool while he was staying with me. You always had a smile on your face, and a positive outlook about everything.You were a fun, likable,loving,intelligent person, and so many will miss your presence in their lives! I know you kept telling everyone that next year, next year you would be playing your guitar, and playing this song or that song...and I'm sure you are now playing it beautifully in heaven. You will be missed terribly.Forever a caring friend, Jo Anne
Jo Anne Johns <jjohns42@att.net>
New Braunfels, Tx USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 11:33:58 (EST)
My Dearest Lavell, I am lost for words. I just can not believe you are gone. I Love you so much, and will miss you, so much of our time together, our luncheons, and back porch talks. Thank you, for all the time you spent with me over the years, always thinking of me on each and every birthday, and your devotion to me especially when I was sick this past year. Honey, I will write more later. I love you forever, Your sister, Lona
Lona Jordan James
New Braunfels,, TX USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 09:39:32 (EST)
Even though I never had the pleasure of meeting Lavell, I knew him through my best friend Cheryl. She always talked so highly of him and I send my deepest sympathy to the whole family and his friends. It is a sad time but a time for remembering and celebrating his life.
Jo Blaylock <jblay2@sbcglobal.net>
Round Rock, Tx USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 09:26:45 (EST)
First, a huge THANK YOU to James for this wonderful place that we can visit, remember, and share with family and friends. Family...gee, don't we have just the best family in the world! We may not see each other very often but we're always there for each other. Never judgemental, always with an attitude of "what can I do to help". That attitude was certainly shared by Uncle Lavell. I remember him as more quiet than some of us but when he did speak, it was always with a touch of humor and ease. One of my earliest memories was when I was about 3 and he was the big foot ball star in high school. Even then, I remember thinking he was so handsome and such a great uncle. I remember sitting in his lap and he was teasing me with the "got your nose" game. I also remember always being in awe of his pure intelligence and the things he created in his industry that will affect our world for years to come. Mostly, however, I remember that he loved his family and he loved to laugh...that's a legacy in itself. Ann Minks, niece
Ann Minks <annminks@westsiderealtors.com>
Katy, Tx USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 09:00:45 (EST)
Lavell,
It's hard to believe you're no longer physically with us, although you are with us in our memories and in spirit. I was always inspired by your positive outlook on life and your way of making everyone around you at ease and have fun, smiling all the way.

I remember the fun we had at the golf course and going to the shooting range that crazy guy ran. I'll think about you next time I tee one up. We always had interesting discussions and debates, and they were always friendly debates.

The least I could do is provide this website as a place for family and friends to go to and share their thoughts and memories about you.

Love, James
James Culbertson
Driftwood, TX USA - Tuesday, February 19, 2008 at 23:32:43 (EST)