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RUSSELL BROWN BOONE, 67, born May 13, 1935 in Houston, Texas to Russell and Mary Frances Brown Boone, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2002 in Houston. "Coach", as he was affectionately known by family and friends, was an avid sports fan, especially loving basketball. Beginning his basketball career in Sweeny, Texas, he then attended Tyler Jr. College and finished his college playing career and his teaching degree at the University of Houston. Following college, he coached basketball in Anahuac, Texas until 1979. Among his honors are: Texas State Basketball Tournament Class 2A Single Game Scoring Record of 50 Points, twice named to the National Jr. College Athletic Associations All American Team, named to the Texas High School Basketball Hall of Fame in 1987, and he was inducted into the Tyler Jr. College Circle of Honor in 1997. He enjoyed reading, listening to good music, attending local athletic events, and reminiscing with and about life-long friends. Russell is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Betty Strid Boone; two sons, Russell Bret Boone (Cheryl), Arthur Tyson Boone; daughter, Marcia Kaye Boone-Bagwell (James); and four grandchildren, Jessica Lauren Boone, Christopher Ryan Boone, Mitchell Reese Bagwell and Christin Leah Bagwell. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, November 18, 2002 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 13001 Katy Freeway. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Houston Division, P.O. Box 20448, Houston, Texas 77225-0448.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Nov. 17, 2002.

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Vicki Palmer

November 18, 2002

Rusty and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort and strength through this difficult time.

Sandra Guillory (Watson)

November 18, 2002

Rusty & family..Our deepest sympathy is with you and your family. We will always remember your dad with great fondness. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you and your family. Love Sandra & Glenn

Lisa Abshier-Arnold

November 18, 2002

Rusty & Cheryl,

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I know that it will be a change for your family, but I am sure he is in a better place. He will always be with you now. All you have to do is think of him.

All my thoughts and best wishes are with you. Lisa Abshier-Arnold.

Douglas Stevenson

November 18, 2002

On behalf of the Stevenson Family, let me express my deepest and most sincere sympathies for the Family and loved ones.



Coach Boone was an instrumental part of shaping a young man with limited hope into a "I can do anything" type of person. I know that many of my friends were also positively influenced as well.



Coach Boone was a great Teacher and had the patience of Job. A leader among the Community and a superb example for the children he helped shape.

Heather Jenkins

November 18, 2002

Rusty and family = You are in our thoughts and prayers.... Heather

Malinda (McKinney) Oliver

November 18, 2002

Rusty & family..My heartfelt sympathy is with you. Your dad was a special man and I will never forget him. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Love Malinda

Tamm Chambless Idrobo

November 17, 2002

We extend our sympathy and share in your loss -- Ivan and Tamm (Chambless) Idrobo

Sheri Sanders Ullrich

November 17, 2002

Dear Rusty and family,

So sorry to hear about your dad's death. He was a great man and holds a special place in all our hearts.

Sheri Sanders Ullrich

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