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Virginia Combs Obituary
Virginia is survived by her husband, Clyde Combs, her brother, Henry Apperson and sisters, Jackie Hankins, Beth Votaw, Gloria Schroeder and Gayle Ingram, her children, Carl Graef (Karen), Laurie Graef, Mark Graef, Tammie Conlan (Peter) and her grandchildren, Lindsay Robeck and Forrest Robeck.
A viewing will be held at Forest Park Funeral Home, 12800 Westheimer Rd., Houston, on Sunday, January 5, 2014 from 2:00pm until 5:00pm. Interment service will be on Monday, January 6, 2014 at Forest Park Funeral Home at 12:00pm. A memorial service will be held at Chapelwood United Methodist Church, 11140 Greenbay Drive, on Monday, January 6, 2014, at 3:00pm, with a reception immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that gifts be made in memory of Virginia Graef Combs to The Chapelwood Foundation or Houston Hospice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Virginia Combs
Katie White
January 6, 2014
I was very blessed to have gotten to know Virginia and Clyde this summer because they hosted their home to me while I completing my internship requirment for college. They soon became not only my role models but family to me (my adopted grandparents). I am so thankful for everything they taught me and the love that they gave me. I hope to be a shining light just like them. Thank you for loving one another so much and showing me how to love Christ more.
During this time with them I wrote a short blog of cute, funny and serious quotes from them. Enjoy http://wisewords108.blogspot.com/?m=1
Suzie Dyer Bacon
January 6, 2014
Tammy, Mark, Laurie and Carl...have such sweet memories of your Mom growing up on Huntwyck. Big hugs to all of you.
Tim Krause
January 5, 2014
I will always remember Virginia for her kindness and hospitality during my time in Houston. Although it was many years ago, in some ways, it seems like yesterday. She treated me as one of the family and I was proud to have her as my Aunt. She will surely be missed by the family and the many people that she touched during her time on earth.
Tim Krause
Brenda Gunter
January 5, 2014
Ms Virginia was the kindest and most loving person that I have ever met. She was truly a reflection of God's love and will be greatly missed. She was such a blessing to all she met.
My deepest sympathies to her family.
Jan Davis
January 5, 2014
My heart and prayers go out to the entire family. Virginia was a loving and caring person and a good friend to me and I will miss her with all my heart.
Mary Wenzel
January 5, 2014
Laurie and all of the family
Your mom was a godly woman and I know you are proud of her and know who she stood for. May your faith and your memories sustain you until you are reunited.
Beth Apperson Votaw
January 4, 2014
She was a truly wonderful older sister. I miss her greatly.
January 4, 2014
Karen, Carl, and Mark...Deepest Condolences to you all. May God comfort each of you at this most difficult of times. I pray that this time also affords tall tales from the past and lot's of love and laughter of cherished memories as you mourn the loss of this precious soul. God is there with open arms for her. Please know, I am hugging you all so tightly from afar! I so wish I could be there for you.
David and Debra Krause
January 4, 2014
Virginia made everyone feel like family. She was one of the most gracious people you could ever meet. We will miss her.
Nomi Hernandez
January 4, 2014
Dear Mark and Family.
My deepest condolences to you all. Sorry for your loss.
Nomi
leonard childs
January 4, 2014
tammy mark laurue and carl i am very sorry about your mom
Kendall Knaus
January 3, 2014
Dear Tammie & Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and yours. Kind regards, Kendall Johnson Knaus
January 3, 2014
She was such a kind and gentle soul. To know her was truly to love her.
Gayle Ingram
Kate McNerney
January 3, 2014
So sorry for your loss! Heaven has indeed gained a wonderful lady. During the times I was able to visit with Virginia, it was like she was my Grandma too! I loved her sense of humor and loving spirit!
Richard and Gretchen Krause
January 3, 2014
Aunt Virginia was always one of my favorite people,she was very kind to me
LeeAnn Grush
January 3, 2014
Sending our sincerest condolences to your family.
JaNelle Grimes
January 3, 2014
In the arms of your heavenly father is a lovely place to be. That gives me comfort. Love to you always and to the family.
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