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Della Downs Obituary
Della Downs, 61, of Magnolia, Texas passed away on Saturday, May 26, 2012. She was born in Littlefield, Texas to Othel and Lois Chambers (both deceased). Della is survived by her beloved husband of 45 years, Buddy; daughters DeAnn Logan (husband Britt) and Wyletta Ezzelle (husband Micheal); sister Anita King; grandchildren Taylor, Matthew, Haley, Mason, Micah, Mallorie, Walker, Tabitha, and Thomas; great-grandchild Ellie Rose; mother-in-law Juanita Downs; nieces Sherrie, Tammie, Melissa, Anita, and Patricia; nephews Shane and Jonathan; and her best four legged, furry friend Cindy. A memorial service to celebrate Della's life will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. at Magnolia Church of Christ, 823 S. Magnolia Blvd., Magnolia, Texas 77355, with Rev. Lonnie Ritchie presiding. A memorial visitation will held at the church immediately following the service. Please send floral remembrances to the church or donations to Odyssey Hospice of Conroe, 100 I-45 North #300, Conroe, Texas 77301 which would be appreciated by the family .
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for Della Downs
Alice Jones
May 22, 2020
Sweet lady. Thinking of her makes my smile. God blesss.
ALICE JONES
May 22, 2019
In prayer, I'm remembering and missing a lovely lady. Love
Pamela Reyes
June 10, 2012
Buddy, Willy, and rest of the family. I am so very sorry for your loss. I was just thinking of Della the other day....we had so many great times at Dacoma. She was such a loved friend, wife, mother, and grandmother. I will miss her deeply. I will keep you in my prayers as you go through this hard time. Pamela Hanley Reyes (Ex-DPS)
The Turney family (Stephanie Jeffcoat)
June 7, 2012
Buddy, Deann, Wyletta, and families:
My family sends our most sincere condolences during this difficult time. Della was a precious woman.
Love and prayers to you all!
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June 7, 2012
Buddy and family so very sorry for your loss. You have been in our thoughts and prayers and will remain there. Love to all of you
Sherron Fisher
Marilyn Johnston
June 7, 2012
Buddy,Wyletta and Deann,
We are so sorry for your loss. Della was such a wonderful woman, wife and mother. We have great memories of being neighbors with your family. I know your hearts are hurting now, but I pray for God's peace for your family. We love you.
Karla Kennedy Richardson
June 6, 2012
Dear Buddy and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Della. Please know that your extended family, though far away, continue to lift you and yours up in prayer. May our loving God, whose peace passes all understanding, hold you in his arms during this difficult time.
Elaine Banks Light
June 6, 2012
Dear Buddy and family,
I'm sorry about Della. We are so saddened for your loss. U know ur family has a very special place in my heart. I miss not being able to get together. Remember I was a part of filling yours and Della's bathroom after your honeymoon. I still remember that. LOL. HOLD on to all of your memories of Della. Pray to God to help you through. God, family, and friends have helped. me about loosing Amanda. Hope to talk or see you soon. God Bless u and your family. I love ya'll.
Janis Forehand
June 6, 2012
She was a sweet person and made life better for everyone she knew.
Charolette Morris
June 6, 2012
Buddy and family,
All ours prayers and Love are with you. Please accept our condolences for your loss. We Love you all and we hope our prayers give you some comfort.
Love, Charolette Morris and her kids.
Serina Mansfield
June 5, 2012
I am truly sorry to hear about Aunt Della. My prayers and love are with you all!! I love and miss you all very much. Love Serina
Rita Mae Katsuda
June 5, 2012
I am so sorry I couldn't make the memorial. My deepest and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. The memories of growing up side by side with her are priceless...
God be with you.
Lynn Blair
June 5, 2012
Oh Buddy, Cookie and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are certainly in our prayers! We cannot imagine your loss. We have some wonderful memories of Della, as well as you and the girls (I know they are grown now, but I will always remember them as girls!). Take care of yourself my friend. Love, Lynn and Cookie
Steve Ganus
June 5, 2012
Buddy you and your family are in my prayers. Such a wonderrful lady lost to soon.
Steve Ganus
June 5, 2012
Oh Buddy, You and your family are in our prayers. We cannot imagine the difficult days ya'll are experiencing now. You certainly have our sympathy. Love you and the family!
Wayne, Charlotte Sartor Family
June 5, 2012
Buddy, DeAnn, Wyletta and family, .
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers for your loss. Della went to sleep and awoke in GOD's loving arms with a healthy body.
Carole Carroll
June 5, 2012
I'm so sad we had to miss the memorial service. Della will be deeply missed. Thank you for opening your home to us so many times during Brent's illness. Our love to all.
Christine Duncan
June 5, 2012
Dearest Buddy and family, our love and prayers go out to you. Della was always so kind to us. She definitely made a difference in everyone's life that she touched. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Love, Christine, J.B. and Madison Duncan
Alice Jones
June 5, 2012
What a sweet and lovely lady. She was always happy and so giving. I thoroughly enjoyed the photos. Thanks so much for posting them. I am saddened that we will miss Della so much here on earth. But I rejoice in her Christianity knowing that she is in Heaven and her soul is with you always. I will continue to pray for the whole family as you adjust to your new structured life. Please remember that everyone is here for you and do not hesitate to ask for any assistance when needed. Love you Della--please be a special angel for us all.
Glenn & Tina Edmunds
June 4, 2012
Buddy & Family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. We are sorry. Love, Glenn & Tina Edmunds
Jorge Ferreira
June 1, 2012
Mr. Downs, please accept our sincere condolences. Our prayers for strenght and courage on this difficult time for you and your beautiful family from our San Diego team and my own.
David & Annie Powers
May 31, 2012
My respect and prayers are there for the whole Downs family.
Dave & Tricia Wilkens
May 31, 2012
Dear Buddy, Tricia and I are saddened by the passing on of your dearest friend, your wife and mother of your children. While we mourn alongside of you, we also rejoice with you knowing she is now healed and in the arms of our Savior and Lord. She will be dearly missed but never forget that she is alive and waiting on you, her family and friends. We ask our Heavenly Father to grant you and yours peace, comfort, strength and encouragement during this chapter of life.
Faye Eckblad
May 31, 2012
Buddy and Family, You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Special memories are precious and I hope they give you much comfort in the days ahead. Remembering you and your loved one, Faye
Marilyn Brown
May 31, 2012
Buddy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mike Downs
May 31, 2012
Buddy and Family, Please accept our condolence. Our prayers are with you during this time.
Mike and Lawana Downs
May 30, 2012
Dear Buddy,
Although we have never met, we have spoken several times. I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Terry Scarano
Brooklyn-Queen Group
Pam Rhodes
May 29, 2012
To my co-worker, Buddy, and his family, please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Della.
brenda brown
May 28, 2012
With our deepest sympathy & prayers to Buddy and the entire family. Love Kevin & Brenda Brow
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