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Alexander Charles Yokubaitis II
1919 - 2015
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Alexander Yokubaitis Obituary
1919-2015
Alexander Charles Yokubaitis II, of Crockett, Texas, passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on January 31, 2015.
Alex was born May 21, 1919 in Sioux City, Iowa to Lithuanian immigrant parents, Agnes and Alexander Yokubaitis. A talented athlete and a gifted scholar, he attended St. Louis University on a football scholarship, graduating with a degree in Geophysics in 1941. He married his childhood sweetheart, Cecelia Frances Barron, in 1942. They started a family while living in various towns in Texas and Louisiana as Alex worked in the oil industry. In 1947, they settled down permanently in Houston, Texas where they raised their family of 6 boys and 2 girls.
Alex was a true pioneer in offshore oil exploration. Through his companies Offshore Exploration Group and Houston Geophysical, he was responsible for the discovery of many important oil fields along the Gulf Coast and in the Gulf of Mexico.
In 1990, Alex and Cecelia retired to Houston County Lake near Crockett, Texas, where they loved watching the sunset, taking boat rides, and hosting large family gatherings. They also enjoyed traveling to watch their grandchildren play sports. They were active members of St. Frances Catholic Church in Crockett.
In the years following Cecelia's death, Alex continued living his life with great appreciation and enthusiasm. He loved a tasty meal, a good ball game, and a loud thunderstorm. Alex never failed to end his day in prayer and devotion to our Lord and the Blessed Mother.
Alex's gentle humor and wisdom will be deeply missed by his eight children Ron, Roger, Sandy (Alex III), Dan, Mark, Nancy, Sally (Janacek), Jon, their spouses, 27 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren. "Hey, hey, ho, ho!" Granddaddy, we love you every day and we will miss you every day.
A Scripture Service will be held Tuesday, February 3rd at 5:00 pm, followed by visitation and Rosary at St. Francis Catholic Church in Crockett, Texas. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 4th at 11:00 am at the church. Memorial donations may be made to St. Francis Catholic Church or St. Thomas Catholic High School.
Arrangements by Callaway Allee Funeral Home.
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Alex Yokubaitis
January 31, 2019
I miss you very much, Daddy! Rest in peace with Mother and Jason!
Anita Marino
February 7, 2015
Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure that you have many fond memories to help ease the feeling of loss.
February 6, 2015
The Noel family is very saddened by the news of your father's passing. As is evident from the meaningful obituary and the beautiful video, he was a special man! You are all in our hearts and prayers.
Big hugs,
Carrie
February 3, 2015
Sally and family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of one very special man. You guys will all be in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Lynn Nichols
Ken and Cassie Price
February 3, 2015
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May your fond memories bring you comfort and peace. Love, Cassie and Ken Price
February 3, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Al's death. I have some very good memories of him.---Your cousin, Diane
Vicki Brown-Sobecki
February 3, 2015
Sally, I was sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lori Whited
February 3, 2015
A wonderful man and father who will be missed. He is with God now.
Cathy Chism
February 3, 2015
Prayers for you and your family Sally. May all of your wonderful loving memories help you during this painful journey and help soothe your hearts.
Faith Cooley
February 3, 2015
Praying for your family
Nancy Foytlin
February 3, 2015
My love to sweet Sally and her family! Sally you were a blessing to your dad.
February 2, 2015
Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Michael and Jacquelyn Oltremari
Darrell Matthews
February 2, 2015
Jon - may His life always be a part of your heart. May his soul rest in peace...
Darrell Matthews
February 2, 2015
Jon & Sally -
I'm really sorry to hear of your father's passing.
- Steve (spot)
Julie Sykes
February 2, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, Sally. You were always so thoughtful and helpful to your daddy making him meals, and visiting him with Chris and the boys.
Y L
February 2, 2015
Continue to relish all your loving memories holding these close during the following months to come, May they comfort and support you as you cherish the legacy Mr. Alex leave to you. May God comfort you all.
Cecile and Mike Guarino
February 2, 2015
We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. Y'all are in our thoughts and prayers.
McCarthy
February 2, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. (Psalm 83:18)
Dorothy Piazza
February 2, 2015
My sympathy to a beautiful family
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