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J.E. Threadgill Obituary
1933-2018
J.E. "Buggs" Threadgill, 84, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2018 at his home in Cypress, Texas. He was born in Houston, Texas on December 16, 1933 to Herman E. Threadgill and Delia Mae Rawls. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Wanda Threadgill; son, James Wayne Threadgill (Karen); daughters, Sandra Darlene Guasco (Alex) and Carol Threadgill; grandson, Jacob Sanders Guasco; sister, Marilyn Threadgill Schube; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Buggs loved racing, he built his first drag racing car in 1954. It appeared in June '58 Hot Rod Magazine, Best First Dragster. He built his first top fuel dragster and raced it in the winter of '57 and all of '58. In 1958, his dragster turned a 9.09 and then a 8.97 and was the first to break the 8 second bracket on the quarter mile.
He married his wife, Wanda, on January 9, 1959. He started his own business in 1964, Threadgill Sheet Metal Works. He worked on numerous luxury homes in River Oaks and the Memorial area. His copper work was truly artistic and contributed to the beauty of Houston homes today.
He served in the Spring Branch Lion's Club for many years, contributing to his favorite charity, The Lion's Club Camp. He was a founding member of the Texas Gulf Coast Oldsmobile Club, established in 1991. He dedicated his time and many talents to their annual car show, with proceeds going toward The Heart Association, The 100 Club and Texas Children's Hospital. Each Christmas, he led a drive for toys to donate to his favorite local charity, Cypress Assistance Ministries.
Services will be held at Memorial Oaks Cemetery, 13001 Katy Fwy. , Houston, Texas 77079. Viewing will be Tuesday, January 9th from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 10th at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Texas Lion's Camp or Texas Children's Hospital, in memory of J.E. "Buggs" Threadgill.
Buggs was well known for his '70 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 Convertible which he lovingly restored from the ground up and his famous bar-b-q brisket.
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Jacqueline D Britton
November 8, 2023
He was a good man loved his family very successful RIP uncle Buggs fly with the Angels you will be missed
Jacqueline Britton
Sandia Murti
February 17, 2018
I am so sad! But yet I know you are in a better place. I was his Banker for many many years. Just ran into him and Carol not too long ago. What an incredible man always positive and makes you smile. Great family guy!!
He will be definitely be missed. He truly left his mark!!
Our prayers and thoughts with you & the family.
God Bless!
Sandia
Butch & Sharon Biggs
February 2, 2018
Wanda we just heard about Bugg's passing. Vaughn just called and said he had
just been told. So sorry for your loss. Wish we had known, we would have come
to his memorial. He will be missed by so many people. We all knew him for
so many years. What a wonderful, loving man he was, we enjoyed visiting
with y'all that day we stopped by a few years ago. All our love to you and the family. God Bless you.
Butch and Sharon Biggs
January 14, 2018
Offering deepest heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May your cherished memories shine through your sorrow. John 11: 33-44
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Diane Wilson
January 11, 2018
So sorry to hear of Buggs' passing. He will be greatly missed by the Olds club. He had a heart of gold. RIP Buggs.
Jennifer Duknic
January 10, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Threadgill's passing. He was such a smart and funny man, he will be missed.
January 9, 2018
May God's peace, mercy and all the other joyous gifts He gives to us be with all of you.
His stories were always interesting.
I "assume" he left the 442 to Jacob. Not exactly a train...but certainly built to last like one.
God bless all of you.
-Ed Metoyer
Thomas G Fordyce
January 9, 2018
Very sad for the family to have to grief the loss of a great man. I have known Bugs since the early 60's, myself and others friends were in our early teens and was always short on spending money. We could always count on Bugs. He always had a job at the fireworks stand , so we could earn a little walking around money. A Big Man with a Big Heart. Happy Trails my friend , you will always be remembered.
carol threadgill
January 8, 2018
It's been 16 hours and 4 days since you've been gone and I still don't know what to say except i love you dad. The thought of life without you fills me with dread. But I'll be ok, because you helped me find happy again. Or maybe for the first time. This last year working with you has been so much fun, exhausting at times, but really enjoyable. I feel proud of what we've done together. Its the best gift I've ever been given. I'm gonna cherish it always.
I miss you and love you,
Carol (but you can call me Peanut if you want.)
Xoxo
Shirley Hurst Schwantz
January 8, 2018
Buggs was a spring branch icon. Known and loved by many.
Katherine Meservy
January 8, 2018
With all of our love, hugs and prayers for God's peace and blessings for you and your entire family.
Kathy Kliewer
January 8, 2018
I have had the privilege of knowing Mr. Threadgill for 17 years. He would always say, you can call me Bugs but always felt he deserved more respect. He was quit a character. His favorite saying to me, was young lady, I came to yank your chain. It was always so funny. I loved listening to his stories, especially the trips he and Mrs. Threadgill took. He became famous for every Christmas bringing everyone a jar of Jelly. He came this year and the entire back of his truck was filled with cases of jelly as he made his way to friends and passed out. My thoughts and prayers with the entire family. I am thankful to have had the opportunity to chat with this man. I looked forward to his visits each month and to hear his next story. He will greatly be missed by all here in the office.
Buddy Skinner
January 8, 2018
Buggs was truly a one-of-a-kind. He would always take the time to answer any question you might have. He was an open encyclopedia on Oldsmobiles and many other cars.
Rest in peace old friend. You will be missed.
M C Tyer
January 7, 2018
Uncle Buggs The most amazing uncle a man could have. His counsel and guidance throughout my life has helped make me the person I am today. He will be sorely missed.
M.C. Tyer, Jr.
Chery Tyer
January 7, 2018
My Uncle Buggs was the kindest heart of gold of anyone. He always help friends, family and just people and children.You could always call him up and he would be there. I remember great memories of our Tyer family always being together growing up and going camping and spending time together. He always like a father to us even after passing of our father M.C. and treated us like his own children. I can say he was one of best uncle anyone could ask for. I went him to drag racing in LA and Denver and boy was a wonderful moment with him. We are going to miss you from our hearts and I pray for Aunt Wanda, Wayne, Carol, Jacob and Darlene on being strong there. What a wonderful smile he brings to us. Love you always, Cheryl Tyer your niece.
Joe and Patti D'Eugenio
January 7, 2018
Nicest, kindest man we ever met. We will miss him terribly. He was a true friend.
Joe and Patti D'Eugenio
David Ekas
January 6, 2018
Buggs was on of a kind and a character to boot! Privileged to have known him. Rest in peace.
Wanda, Blessings on your family.
Shirley Smith
January 6, 2018
Wanda and your family I want to extend my deepest sympathy at the loss of Buggs
You are in our prayers.
Dick Venables
January 6, 2018
Ole Buggs...He and I raced A fuel dragster in the late 50's We home built everything, engine boxed rods, chassis. All but the wheels and tires' I drove for about two years
Buggs' mind always in hi gear or overdrive. He was self made self educated craftsman, innovator business man.
All of us who have known him will not forget Buggs.......Dick
Max Horn
January 6, 2018
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