Pete Medrano Obituary

PETE MEDRANO passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2006 at the age of 59 years. He graduated from Jeff Davis High School in 1965 and went on to serve in the U. S. Air Force. Pete will be most remembered for his passion in shooting sports photography at the University of Houston. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; sons, Micah and Scott; step-sons, Joseph Drescher and Barry Watson; daughters-in-law, Lisa Medrano and Angelica Drescher; nine (9) loving grandchildren and sisters, Lilli Galvan and Sandy Hernandez. A memorial gathering will be held at Home Plate Bar and Grill, 1800 Texas Avenue on Saturday, July 15, 2006 from 2:00 to 7:00pm with University of Houston attire requested.

Published by Houston Chronicle on Jul. 13, 2006.
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Words can’t aptly express how much Pete will be missed. I am proud to say Pete was part of my family. What a pleasure it was to have known him. Though we may shed tears because he is gone, we can all smile when we think of the wonderful life he experienced.

Sylvia Skrehot

August 11, 2006

Pete,

We loved you from the second we met you. You always saw and supported the love we hand for each other. For that you were family. You will always be rememberd and we'll see you on the other side.

Jeff and Victor Bohanski Lamas

August 9, 2006

When we think of Pete we think of him as someone who always made us laugh and always had a big smile. He was a loving husband and father. We love you and miss you Pete. You the man.

Carlos & Sylvia Rocha

August 8, 2006

Pete was an amazing person, who knew everyone and always had something friendly to say. Pete wanted to learn new things and sought out people to teach him. He also took the time to share those things he knew with those willing to listen to him. Quite the photographer, Pete shared his creative talent with the University of Houston in many venues. It is hard not to walk UH campus and not think about him. Pete's loss will be felt by everyone at UH. Thanks for being a good friend, Pete, it was great to know you!

Jerome Crowder

July 27, 2006

I never had the pleasure of meeting you. I met your family in the VA ICU waiting room. I would like to send my condolences and tell the family to stay strong and I'm praying for you all.

Lisa Hoodye

July 20, 2006

Can't wait to see ya again Pete.

Cougar Neil

July 19, 2006

Pete was not only a great Coog but a fantastic human being.

Raymond Moore

July 16, 2006

They say a picture is a thousand words...well, Pete, you gave the UH Athletic Department a billion reasons to miss you.

Chris Burkhalter

July 15, 2006

Mary Rose Hernandez & family

July 15, 2006

Mary Lou Torres & family

July 15, 2006

Pete will be missed by the entire Cougar family. I'm happy I was able to visit with him over the last couple of years at the UH tailgates.



God's Speed Pete!

Ken Sheppard

July 15, 2006

Pete was a great guy to have been around during my time at UH. My thoughts are with his family.

Brian Henderson

July 15, 2006

Thanks, Pete, for all you did for the Cougars over the years! You will be missed. Now, go claim your "best seat in the house" for all future games; it will be among many other great Cougars. And may God bless your memory and comfort your grieving family and friends.

Patrick Moran

July 15, 2006

Pete was a great man. It was such a pleasure knowing him. I know he is proud of his family. May God be with you Pete, and may God bless your family.

Raad Hassan

July 15, 2006

Pete, I will miss you however your smile will be something that I will never forget. Wish I could be there for your service tomorrow, hope to see your family this Fall.

Terry Miles

July 14, 2006

It was a pleasure to have know you, Pete. See you on the other side and God Bless!!!

Ronnie Turner

July 14, 2006

I only met Pete this year at U of H. Not knowing who I was, Pete kindly gave me a press pass to use to get in the photograph dugouts at Minute Maid. He became a friend instantly. Guys like Pete are far and few in between. I will miss him dearly.

Vinny Raviele

July 14, 2006

Pete will be missed at the U of H games. Eat'em Up Coogs!

Roy Bobo

July 14, 2006

Pete was a great friend and even greater Houston Cougar. We collaborated on many projects and I will miss him greatly. Godspeed, Pete.

Dan Daues

July 14, 2006

University of Houston functions will be missing something this season. Pete, you will be missed and thought of often. God Bless to your family.

Zona Trahan

July 14, 2006

Medrano Family,



You are in our hearts, thoughts, prayers and are loved even from a distance. We thank you for the years you shared with us, we will always carry fond memories and you'll always have a place in our hearts. Micah I love you always.

Laura and John

July 14, 2006

Aunt Kathy, he will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love Tom, Aaron & Antoinette.

Antoinette Rincon

July 14, 2006

Pete is a great man, and I will miss him alot.

Justin Sessum

July 14, 2006

I sure am going to miss you Pete. Thanks for being one of the good one's.

Louis Puente

July 13, 2006

We have lost a true and good friend. We will always remember your smile, your laughter and your rock-solid friendship. God's blessings upon you, Pete. You will be missed.



Our sincere condolences to you Kathy, and to Pete's children and family.



Love to all,

Rick, Andrew and Melinda Poulter

Melinda Poulter

July 13, 2006

Vicky Sanchez

July 13, 2006

How blessed we are that we knew and lived next door to such a wonderful and amazing person such as Pete and his wife Kathy. One could not ask for better neighbors or friends. Pete will be dearly missed and very fondly remembered.



Godspeed Neighbor and Good Friend.

Fraser & Jonna Stanley-Jones

July 13, 2006

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