BORN
1946
DIED
2014
Tommy Rouse Obituary
He is survived by his wife, Julianne Aveni Rouse of Cleveland, Ohio; daughter, Carrie Rouse of Port Lavaca; step-sons, Ron Flowers of Texas City and Kraig (Charlotte) Flowers of League City; sisters, Estherleen, Lenore and Emilie; 6 grandchildren, Wesley, Kelsey, Colin, Klint, Kristin and Eric; 2 great-grandchildren, Kaylee and Colton and numerous, loving friends who will miss him dearly.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Douglas Rouse and grandson, Zachary Rouse.
Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Tues., Nov. 18, 2014 at Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be Wed., Nov. 19, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel with Carl Westbrook officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Gardens.
Pallbearers are Wesley Newmyer, Colin Rouse, Charles Smith, Ray Fojt, Jim Greer and Andy Cherne.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.richardsoncolonial.com.
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Ralph Lay
December 30, 2014
The world lost a very special person, we lost a great friend. My heart goes out to Tommy's family.
November 29, 2014
My sympathy and prayers goes out to Tommy's family, may you rest in peace dear Tommy . May God comfort every one in your family.
I won't never forget about you, and thanks for being a wonderful friend, one of a kind.
Isabelle (Fla.)
Nick and Sue Lien
November 19, 2014
Rest in peace friend. We hope you are off somewhere catching a big Dorado or watching a sunset. Will always remember the great times we shared. Nick and Sue Lien
Olita Chanik Nance
November 19, 2014
My sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Tommy. He was a good friend and someone that was special to me and our circle of friends. I'm so glad he was able to live his life as he wanted and enjoy his favorite pastimes. I know he will be greatly missed by everyone. With loving memories....
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shane morris
November 18, 2014
Carrie and family,
My sympathy goes out to you on the passing of your father, husband, and grandfather. For the short time I knew Tommy I remember him as a very kind man, which was only superseded by his generosity. He on more than one occasion freely provided the parts which kept my "college car" running.
It was with an unmeasurable sorrow that I also read Zachary had preceded him in death. I had no idea. For so it is written that on the day we are born, God knows when He will call us home. I just wish he had not called Zachary at such an early age. I did not know him as a man but I will forever remember the love I had for him as a child. His spirit was and I'm certain still is a beautiful entity.
Your bereavement is for Tommy so I apologize for going astray. May peace be with you and perpetual light shine upon them.
Sincerely, Shane Morris
Ron Flowers
November 18, 2014
Dad you are the greatest. You left us way too soon but now you are in a better place. You were a blessing to everyone you ever met
Tomorrow we say goodbye but you are already there looking down at us.
Take it easy on your brother Douglas at the domino table.
Psalm 23:1-6
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Kelsey Bates
November 18, 2014
Pops, thank you for a childhood full of fishing trips and extracurricular activities... you truly embodied what it meant to have a good time. (Even if it was just picking me up from school in your cool cars jamming the Beach Boys) I will miss playing dominoes, your funny Christmas card emails, your genuine smile, and mostly you. Take care of Zach and give Deano a hug from us. Until I see you in Heaven... Love you.
Wesley T. Newmyer
November 18, 2014
"Pops". I am going to miss you dearly. You have truly been an inspiration with your successeses in life. I can see why my father "Dean", "RIP" and my mother, "Your lovely daughter" "Carrie", blessed me to cherish your name as my middle. You have always been there in a time of need, and wouldn't doubt you for a second still. Thank you for the wonderful time that was shared here with us, and i am looking forward to seeing you on gods golden shore when it is my time. I love you Pops.
November 18, 2014
I don't know why you had to leave so soon. We still had another fishing trip to take. You can catch all the big ones now. - Rick O
November 17, 2014
May you feel the embrace of Jesus during your grief. Mr. Rouse is in no more pain and is fishing in Heaven, he can show us the good spots when we get there. Cathy S.
Holger Awakens
November 17, 2014
My prayers go out to the family - may the Lord keep Tommy's family safe and loved while they grieve this loss. - Holger
November 17, 2014
I am a Friend of Ron's and all my love and Prayers go to his Family, Friends, and loved ones... Rest in Peace, you raised a fine family.
~ Kel Fritzi xox
November 17, 2014
Julie, Mark and I are so sorry for your loss. We didn't know Tommy as well as we would have liked to, but we know it was too soon for him to be gone. We can only hope that your grief will ease as the days go by. We are thinking of you.
Sue and Mark Schneider (Puerto Vallarta, MX)
Dave Milner
November 17, 2014
Thoughts and prayers for you and yours in your time of loss.
Kristy Lonestar
November 17, 2014
May God comfort the family, loved ones, and friends of Tommy Rouse, and may Tommy rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus.
Brian Glover
November 17, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Hold tight to the memories.
Tommy and Julie Rouse
Dale and Dar Schafer
November 17, 2014
Dar and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to Julie and Tommy's family. Tommy was one of those people you meet whom you never forget. A big guy who was larger than life in so many ways, with the most charitable heart ever. I think he received a great deal of satisfaction by doing something for others. After buying a 27ft cabin cruiser he talked me into being his boat "partner". In the 2 years we owned the boat I used it a lot, but don't think he took it out more than a few times. I will always remember that. He was also always cheerful, and enjoyed the positive in everything. And he was tough. Seeing him days after open heart surgery you would never know he just had a major operation. All in all, Tommy Rouse was a true gentleman, and good friend to all. We will miss him.
Andy Cherne
November 17, 2014
It is with a heavy heart I say good bye to a true friend. Tommy it was an honor to get to know you. You enriched my life with your quick smile and jovial outlook on life. I appreciate how patient you were with me calculating all my moves while playing dominoes. I am so sorry about the pain you endured and I know you are in a better place now. I will miss our phone calls and your emails. I regret now not spending more time with you and Julie . Life is so precious and very fleeting. I take away from this a need to spend more time with the people we care about. Trish and I always had a great time when we were together with you two. I will never forget you buddy. I hope we will meet again in another place. Thank you Tommy for being you. I will miss you deeply. Your humble friend Andy
Think of the good memories to warm your broken heart.
Sandy Sausley
November 17, 2014
Dee and Bill Dickerson
November 17, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Julie and all of the family. Tommy was such a good spirited guy and so happy to have met him during our time in Roatan many years ago.
Tricia Cherne
November 16, 2014
Tommy. It has been my great privilege to have you as a friend all these years. Losing you from this life breaks my heart, but you are pain free and at peace now. Save a place for me at the dominoes table in heaven. I will love you always. Trish
Mollie Hubenak
November 16, 2014
Continued prayers for you and your family, Carrie. So sorry for your loss.
Colin
November 16, 2014
Pops I miss you. Even though we barely got to spend time together, the time we had was good.
Christina Herdzik
November 16, 2014
Deepest sympathies to Julie and all of Tommy's family. He was a wonderful guy and will be greatly missed. It was such a shock and so hard to believe he is gone.
Paulli Badger
November 16, 2014
Puerto Vallarta will not be the same without Tommy. Thoughts and prayer for the family. We miss you.
Shavauna Morgenroth Higgins
November 16, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Colin
November 16, 2014
Miss you Pops. I never really had a chance to get to know you but the time we had was good.
Ernie Badger
November 16, 2014
Tommy..... The value of your friendship has been beyond measure for me, and I will miss you deeply. I have known over the years of our friendship, that you were always someone I could depend on to be there for me, no matter what the need might be. I grieve for having lost you here, but rejoice in your being with our Lord and Savior. Thank you my friend. I will think of you often, and find solace in knowing you rest in peace.
Carrie Rouse
November 16, 2014
Daddy words cannot express how im feeling. I love u and miss u. I will see you again some day... give Zach a hug plz.
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