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Nellye Punch Obituary
Lewis Punch
1921-2017
Nellye Joyce Punch, one of Houston's dedicated educators and community activist, departed this life on Dec. 25th and made her earthly transition. She was a devoted science teacher at E. O. Smith Jr. High School for 36 years, Chair of the science department and also worked as a consultant for HISD prior to her retirement. She was a graduate of Phillis Wheatley High School where she met her late husband, Richard H. Punch. They were blessed with two daughters, Sheila A. Lockhart and Delores Christine Browne. The impact of her life will live on for many generations to come. As a faithful member and Elder of Pinecrest Presbyterian Church, her memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 6th at 11:00 a.m. at 4913 Market St.
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Memories and Condolences
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June 23, 2018
Thank you Mrs. Punch for being a good science teacher (E. O. Smith Jr. High) and great role model. I am now a science teacher and can appreciate all that you gave to the profession. Your spirit will live on.
Diane Moore- Small
BEVERLY D. POWELL
January 13, 2018
MS.PUNCH WAS A ONE OF A KIND TEACHER, FIRM BUT FAIR,IF YOU LISTEN YOU WOULD LEARN, THANK YOU MS.PUNCH SLEEP WELL QUEEN!!
Allison Hollins
January 12, 2018
Dear Family,
I wanted to share with you condolences from Pres. Ky Wilson and the Mother body of the Houston Chapter of Jack and Jill, on the passing of Mrs. Nellye Punch. Our chapter history states that Mrs. Punch was an active member and served as chairperson of our 1st Debutante ball. Our biennial Deb Ball is the crowning jewel in the Historic Houston Chapter's crown. This year,2018,marks our 30th Ball. The LEGACY that Mrs. Punch has left, on our organization, on those she taught and mentored, and on all those she touched through her "good work", is far reaching and continuous.
We thank you, Mrs Punch. Rest Well.
Allison Hollins
Courtesy Chair
Houston Jack and Jill
Denise Taylor-Joshua
January 9, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family of Mrs.Nellye Punch.She touched many lives.Rest in Heaven Mrs.Punch.
Denise Taylor-Joshua
Former student
SB
January 8, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Shelia Mayes
January 6, 2018
Condolences to the family. She was a very special teacher and mentor. She made it possible for me to go to a Y teen camp.
Shelia Mayes/ E.O Smith and Class of 1969 P.Wheatley
January 5, 2018
Another Giant has left Us.
Thank you, Mrs. Punch for all the good You did. May YOU Rest In Peace. You will be missed. BJ SHELBY... CLASS OF 1965 Phillis Wheatley
DStallings
January 5, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
J L
January 5, 2018
My condolences to the PUNCH family. may the God of all comfort help your family to endure during this time of grief. PSALMS 94:19.
A. L.
January 5, 2018
I recall Ms. Punch as being a very serious and devoted science's teacher at E. O. Smith. May the bereaved family be comforted by reflecting on the many wonderful memories that you can cherish forever. Also you can look forward to the promise recorded at John 6:40, concerning those loved ones asleep in death.
Bridgette Steele
January 5, 2018
Mrs. Punch was such a Inspiration to my sons sna myself, She will be truly missed.
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