Previous Services

Gather: 12:30 p.m.

Chapel: 1:00 p.m.

Houston National Cemetery: 1:45 p.m. (In procession)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Army

Houston Honor Guard

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Drive

Houston, Texas 77038

Meet in Lane #2 at 10:15 a.m. (Not before 10:00 a.m.)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Army

Houston Honor Guard

Lawrence Kevin Borah, 71, of Hempstead Texas, passed away on November 29, 2025, at a nursing facility in Cypress, Texas. He was born on November 11, 1954, in South Haven, Michigan. 

A proud graduate of Lawton Senior High School, Class of 1977, Kevin went on to serve his country in the United States Army from 1979 to 1981. He loved his country and was a proud veteran his entire life. 

Kevin had a lifelong love for Harley-Davidson motorcycles and classic cars. Whether it was the thrill of the open road or the appreciation of timeless craftsmanship, these passions brought him joy throughout his life. His love of cars guided him into several careers in the automotive world, including work in auto paint and body, as an auto salesman, and later in public service as a constable with Precinct 4 in Waller County, Texas.

Kevin is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Deborah Borah; his stepchildren Gerald Crump, Jr. (Jaimie) and Julie VonHeimburg (Jed); and his cherished step-grandchildren Cami Crump, Karli Crump, and Jakson VonHeimburg. He is also survived by his sisters Karen Pacheco and Dianna Wilson (Jim), as well as his brother-in-law Irven Atkinson, Jr. (Marsha) and several nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mary (Cooper) Borah, and his brother Dan Borah.

Visitation: 11:30 a.m.

Chapel: 1:00 p.m.

Houston National Cemetery: 1:45 p.m. (In Procession)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Army

Houston Honor Guard

Derril Ray Bibby, born on April 15, 1941, passed from this world on November 9, 2025, after 84 years of a quietly remarkable life during which he touched the hearts of everyone who had the opportunity and blessing to spend time with him.  

Derril was a devoted husband to Katherine Louise O’Brien Bibby, his wife of 60 years, having a love for her that grew with every new phase in their lives.  He remained protective of her well-being until his end.  Married on July 2, 1965, they started their life together in the south suburbs of Chicago where Derril had been stationed with the U.S. Army, moving to Atlanta for work with Texaco in 1970, and then to Houston in 1977 where they lived while raising their two sons, Brett and Brandon, until Derril retired in 1998.  Derril thoroughly enjoyed his retirement with Kathy, spending time together tending to their ranch home in Bremond, Texas, relaxing at their summer home in Otto, North Carolina and traveling cross-country to visit family and friends, until ending up in Kingwood, Texas for his final years. 

He was a caring, dependable father to Brett and Brandon, prioritizing being a constant presence in their young lives as a source of instruction and encouragement for life’s lessons, including organized activities in scouting, sports and school.  As his sons grew older, he valued spending time with them either playing golf, fixing up his ’51 Ford, working on the ranch, fishing or watching Longhorn football games.  Derril was also a loving presence in the life of his granddaughter, Ashlyn Rae, and made much of the time that she spent with him an opportunity for exploration and adventure.

Through family bonds, various circles of friends, community involvement and travels, Derril had an understated impact on the world around him.  Those who knew him for any amount of time respected him for his integrity, persistence and self-reliance.  He was thoughtful and kind, and he had a quick dry wit that could draw a smile from even the sternest of people.  

Derril is preceded in death by his father, Raymond “Rex” Bibby, his mother, Edith Irene Rush Bibby Legro, his stepmother, Julia Boyd Bibby Blackmon, and his two older brothers, Wayne Bibby and Jerry Bibby.  He is survived by his wife, Katherine, his two sons, Brett and Brandon, his grand-daughter Ashlyn Rae and his half-sister, Carol Cameron Smothers.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Derril to the National MS Society.

https://donate.nationalmssociety.org/campaign/In-Memory-of-Derril-Ray-Bibby

National MS Society

P.O. Box 91891

Washington, D.C. 20090-1891

1-800-344-4867

Gather: 12:00 p.m.

Chapel: 12:30 p.m.

Houston National Cemetery: 1:15 p.m. (In Procession)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Navy

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Drive

Houston, Texas 77038

Meet in Lane #2 at 2:15 p.m. (Not before 2:00 p.m.)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Navy

Houston Honor Guard

Arlington National Cemetery: 2:00 p.m. 

1 Memorial Drive

Arlington, Virginia

Patrick Lane Shine was called home to his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Patrick was born on May 7, 1944, in Houston, Texas to Cecil and Lola Shine.

Patrick graduated with honors from Jesse James High School and attended Texas Christian University on a scholarship. He majored in Chemical Engineering and pursued and built a career as a Chemical Engineer in the petro chemical field.

Patrick was drafted into the Army in September 1966, completing boot camp at Fort Polk in Louisiana. In November 1966, he was sent to Fort Ord in California for Advanced Infantry training. Once completed, he was approved for Officers Candidate School (OCS) which would add another two years of service. Instead of OCS, Patrick went to Washington, D.C. and served in the Old Guard. As one of his unit assignments and duties, Pat served to secure the transport of President John F. Kennedy to his final resting place in Arlington, VA. In September 1967, Patrick received orders for Vietnam. He was in Charlie Company, 3rd Battalion, 22nd Infantry until he was honorably discharged in 1968. He was a Purple Heart recipient and a devoted patriot to his country and his brothers in arms.

“Pat” will be remembered by many for his laugh, his boisterous and many stories of Vietnam and his various youthful exploits, his love of music and Busch beer, his loyalty and love for family.

Patrick was preceded in death by his loving wife, Anne, whom he married in 1973, his parents, his sister Barbara and his brother Jimmy. He is survived by his sons, Jed and Lane, his daughters, Brandi and Tara, granddaughters Olivia and Raven, as well as his beloved dog, Arli, (short for Arlington).

Burial services will be held at Arlington National Cemetery, 1 Memorial Drive in Arlington, Virginia on December 9, 2025, at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to The Wounded Warriors Project.

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Drive

Houston, Texas 77038

Meet in Lane #1 at 1:30 p.m. (Not before 1:15 p.m.)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Marine Corps

Houston Honor Guard

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Drive

Houston, Texas 77038

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Army

Houston Honor Guard

Edward Andrew Mangold, Jr (Ed) left this world and into the arms of our heavenly Father

on 1 December 2025.

He was 85 years, 4 mos, 11 days of age.  

Ed was born on 19 July 1940 at the US Naval Hospital in Brooklyn, NY to 

Edward and Georgina Mangold.  

He grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and graduated from Frankford High School. 

Ed joined the US Armed Forces in 1962 and served until 1965. Following his military discharge,

Ed began his career with Exxon on 5 October 1965. He advanced over the years, rising to the

role of supervisor for Exxon Credit Card Centers in Bala Cynwyd, PA and Houston, TX. 

Ed retired from a managerial position at ExxonMobil Fuels Marketing Company on 31 July 2000.

He was admired as a good leader who truly cared about his employees. He always had a smile

on his face and was quick to help and encourage everyone.

Following retirement, Ed drove a school bus for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD and also served as

assistant on the busses. He enjoyed his time there and loved seeing the children each day.

Ed played the saxophone and was a member of the Aqua String Band and the Polish American

String Band in Philadelphia. He performed on New Year’s Day in the Philadelphia Mummer’s 

Parade as well as performing in various other locations.

Ed played basketball in his teens. Later he enjoyed bowling in league/tournaments with his son

and friends. Ed also did woodworking projects in his spare time, creating small pieces of furniture and picture

frames.

Ed leaves behind his widow, Diana. Three children mourn his loss: Nancy Cox (Dan) of Pipe Creek; Edward Mangold III of Houston; and Sandi Schultz (Mark) of Audubon, PA. Ed leaves behind five grandchildren: Andrew Cox (Taylor) and Dani Hamilton (Luke) of San Antonio; Matthew Cox (Katie) of Radford, VA; Dylan Schultz and Ethan Schultz, both of Audubon, PA. Six great-grandchildren will pass on his legacy.

Two brothers mourn Ed’s death: Robert Mangold (Joyce) of Philadelphia, and George Mangold (Cheryl) of Las Vegas, NV. 

A small, private graveside funeral will take place on 18 December at Houston National Cemetery. Military Honors will be presented by the United

States Army Houston Honor Guard. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America https://alzfdn.org/donate/.

Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.

-John 14:1-3

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Drive

Houston, Texas 77038

Meet in Lane #2 at 10:45 a.m. (Not before 10:30 a.m.)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Army

Houston Honor Guard

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Drive

Houston, Texas 77038

Meet in Lane #1 at 1:30 p.m. (Not before 1:15 p.m.)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Navy

Houston Honor Guard

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Drive

Houston, Texas 77038

Meet in Lane #2 at 11:15 a.m. (Not before 11:00 a.m.)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Army

Gather: 12:00 p.m.

Chapel: 12:30 p.m.

- Service Concludes Here

Eleanore Biletnikoff, 89, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on December 13, 2025. She was born on March 25, 1936, in Lowell, Massachusetts, to Arthur “Artie” and Palmera (Machado) Rocha.

Eleanore grew up in Lowell, Massachusetts and later spent many years in Orlando, Florida, before making Houston, Texas her final home. She retired proudly in 2007, at age 71 from the United States Department of Homeland Security.  She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and sister; a woman of deep faith; and a bright light to all who knew her.

Anyone who knew Eleanore would tell you of her passion for music and singing. She loved going to church, listening to her Bible, karaoke, and dancing, and she carried herself with enthusiasm wherever she went. Above all, she had an unshakable faith—one that guided her throughout her life and inspired everyone around her. That faith sustained her deeply through the last two years of complete blindness. As she often said, “God is good all the time.”

Eleanore’s greatest joy in life was her family, and her love for them was constant and unwavering. She was the proud mother of seven children, grandmother of seventeen, and great-grandmother of twenty-six.

She is survived by her children: Joe (Patricia) Lepore, Debra Gravino, Jay Lepore, Laura (James “JT”) Motelet, Bill (Daphne) Allen, Mark Allen, and Audrey (David) Holcomb; her grandchildren: Mike, Zoe, Joey, Anthony, Michael John, James (Ariel), Douglas, Jimmy (Laura), Nick (Shanda), Parker (Kaleigh), Christina (Richard), Alexandra (Tyler), Mark (Ashley), Arthur James "A.J.", Heather, Chelsea (Adrian), and Dave (Karen) and her great-grandchildren: Dorothy, Marina, Michaela, Xenia, Simon, Alexis, Bentley, Jaxon, Isabella "Bella", Trevor (Gina), Carson, Drake, Presley, Mason, Madden, Layla, Lucille, Lauren, Naomi, Luke, Derek, Brody, Emilia, and Ethan. She is also survived by her beloved sisters, Carol (Skip) Szelest and Charlotte Dever.

Eleanore was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur “Artie” and Palmera (Machado) Rocha; her beloved husbands, Joe Lepore, William Allen, and Kenneth Biletnikoff; and her brothers, Peter, Arthur and Raymond Rocha.

Eleanore will be remembered for her strength, her devotion, and the love she gave so freely. Her faith, laughter, and presence will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Services

Services will be held at Veterans Funeral Services, 10567 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77038, on Monday, December 29, 2025. Family and friends are asked to gather at 12:00 p.m., with the chapel service beginning at 12:30 p.m. A champagne toast will immediately follow the service.

Burial at the cemetery will be private and attended only by Eleanore’s seven children and their spouses. Details regarding the Celebration of Life gathering following the service will be announced afterward.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Eleanore’s memory to The Lighthouse of Houston for the Blind. https://houstonlighthouse.org/donate/

Visitation: 11:00 a.m.

Chapel: 12:30 p.m.

Houston National Cemetery: 1:30 p.m. (In Procession)

Military Honors Presented By:

United States Air Force

Houston Honor Guard

James H. McKenzie (Jim), age 96, was born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1929 during the time of the Great Depression. His father was a disabled veteran of the First World War, and his mother worked as a supervisor in the Cadillac cafeteria. The family struggled to make ends meet, and Jim began working at a very young age, delivering newspapers to help support the household.

Jim last lived in Gleannloch Farms in Spring, Texas, with his wife, Emma McKenzie, with whom he shared 53 years of life together.

From childhood, Jim had a strong fascination with flying and movement. He was independent, active, and somewhat withdrawn by nature. In high school, he was a member of the swimming team and won several medals. As an adult, he continued to live an active lifestyle, enjoying many aquatic sports, as well as skiing and golfing. At the age of 65, he won several trophies in the 65-year-old category for 5K running events. He was forced to stop working at the age of 80 due to illness. Socially, Jim was a loner and maintained very few close friendships.

As a teenager, after finishing high school, Jim joined the United States Air Force just as the Second World War had ended and the Korean War was underway. He was assigned for two years to the occupation forces in Japan, where he served as a radio operator. He was later assigned to the Nevada Nuclear Testing Grounds, where he was exposed to five nuclear detonations, exposure that ultimately contributed to his death.

After his military service, Jim worked primarily in the nuclear power field, specializing in non-destructive testing and quality control. Later, he worked in the inspection of military aircraft. His career allowed him to move constantly throughout the United States and around the world. At one point in his life, he obtained a pilot’s license and owned his own plane, which he flew leisurely between job assignments.

Beyond his love of flying and travel, Jim greatly enjoyed gourmet food and never hesitated to dine at the best restaurants wherever he lived or traveled. Despite his refined tastes, his favorite meal was always his mother’s spaghetti and meatballs and he remembered it fondly. He regularly enjoyed two to three glasses of Cabernet Sauvignon with his main meal and loved vanilla or chocolate ice cream for dessert, along with his daily two to three cups of coffee.

Later in life, Jim obtained an engineering license in the State of New York. He loved telling stories about his many professional experiences and often spoke proudly of how he worked his way up from job to job, increasing both his earnings and his status while working in different parts of the world. He took great pride in what he had achieved and in his good looks.

Jim married young and had six children with his first wife. After 20 years of marriage, he divorced at the age of 43 to marry the woman who, in his own words, would live with him for the rest of his life. He was deeply loved and cared for by his second wife, Emma, and by his daughter Susana. He loved all of his children and grandchildren dearly and always found ways to visit them while traveling for work assignments.

In the years leading up to his passing, Jim could no longer travel or move freely, as he needed to remain close to the hospital for weekly treatments. His ability to swallow deteriorated to the point that he was forced to stop eating. As he lay on his deathbed, he asked for water and ice cream, and his last words were, “Help me up.” In his mind, his life was cut short, as he had hoped to live to be 100 years old.

Jim is survived by his wife, Emma McKenzie; his children, Dolores, Rick, Tom, Jacqueline, Lee, and Susana; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jim lived a great life.

Rest in peace, my love.