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Ali B. "Lucky" Silva

Ali Silva Obituary

ALI B. "LUCKY" SILVA, 78, died Monday, July 23, 2007 at a local hospital. Lucky was born in Carrizo Springs, Texas, December 1, 1928 to Benito and Elvira Silva. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and graduated with a B.S. from Sam Houston State University. Lucky moved to Houston with his family from Huntsville in 1957. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Patsy Todd Silva, his son, Ben T. Silva and wife Debra, 2 brothers, Mario D. and Ben A. Silva and many loving friends. Visitation will be Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at Pat H. Foley Funeral Home from 6-8 P.M. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 10 A.M. in the Chapel at Pat H. Foley Funeral Home with burial to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Franklin, Texas. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2400 Augusta Dr. Suite 175, Houston, Tx 77057.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Jul. 24, 2007.

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Todd Heine

August 14, 2007

Patsy,I just heard about your loss today.Lucky was a wonderfull person and a great boss.We will miss him.

Brian Gibb

August 10, 2007

Dear Patsy,
I was saddened to hear about Lucky's passing today. I will miss him. Hope you are fine and call me if you need anything. God Bless.

Susan Hoefer

July 24, 2007

Dear Patsy, Joe and I are so sorry to hear about Lucky. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Shirley & James Goode

July 24, 2007

Dear Patsy: We are so sorry to hear of Lucky's passing. He was a dear neighbor and a very special person. He will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and Ben at this sad time. But please know God is still on His throne and He will guide you all through this very trying time.

We love you,

Shirley & James Goode

Larry & Judy Shaefer

July 24, 2007

Dear Patsy - We will truly miss Lucky. He was a wonderful person and a treasure to have as a friend.

Bryan Frazar

July 24, 2007

Patsy,

All of us at Altech will miss Lucky. Our prayers are with you.

Minnie Long

July 24, 2007

Dear Friend Patsy: I am so sorry for your and Ben's loss. Lucky was a dear friend and a special person. He will be missed. Keep your chin up. Hope to see you soon. Minnie and Hector

Antonio D. Silva

July 24, 2007

Your cousin & fam up north

Penny Barnett

July 24, 2007

Dear Patsy,
I will dearly miss Lucky whenever we get together with the Browns. I remember the fun breakfasts Lucky would whip up for us all. I have you in my thoughts.

patti patton palmer

July 24, 2007

Ben,
Sorry to read of your Dad's passing. It's been forever since I have seen you. My best friend, Frances Adams lived across the street from you. I lived on the next street, my brother was Rusty. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Patti Patton Palmer

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