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Corbin Spitzer Obituary

Corbin William Spitzer, 58, of Houston, passed away on Sunday, August 31 in Galveston, Texas. Corbin was born in Houston to Bill and Shirley Spitzer on January 14, 1956. He attended high school at Spring Woods High School, graduated in 1974, and played football at Lamar University. He helped establish Bill Spitzer & Associates in 1978, and served as President/CEO since 1994.
Corbin enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time cooking for friends and family. He relished opportunities to make people laugh and loved being the life of the party. He also was an active member of St. Peter's United Methodist Church for 32 years, and served on the Board of Trustees.
Corbin is preceded in death by his father, Bill Spitzer. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Patty; son, Connor, and his wife Jessica; daughter, Lexy, and her husband Alan Bumpass; mother, Shirley; brother, Cullen, and his wife Jodie; nieces, Jordan, and her husband Neil Simpson, Jensen, and Jaye; brother-in-law, Joe Persohn, and his wife Lenita; and nephews Joseph, Joshua, and Jason Persohn.
An honest man, a loving son and brother, a caring uncle, a loyal friend, a passionate father, and a wonderful husband, Corbin - and his larger than life heart - will always be remembered.
Visitation will take place on Friday, September 5, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, located on 13001 Katy Freeway in Houston, Texas, 77079. A celebration of Corbin's life will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter's United Methodist Church, located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd in Katy, Texas, 77450. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Heart Association, or the Wounded Warriors Project.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Sep. 4, 2014.

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Curtis Holland

September 24, 2014

Corbin thanks for the memories

Ray Calles

September 18, 2014

So sorry to hear about Corbin. I just learned of his passing a couple of days ago and truly been taken back by the news. My fondest memories of Corbin has to be working at BSA and walking by Shirley's office in the afternoons around 2 p.m. He would always find time to sit in her office and have conversations with his mom, and not to mention eating all her mints and tootsie rolls off her desk. I admired so much the Mother/Son relation they shared. Truly a loving faimly , I can say I worked for and launched my career graduating from U of H.

Grace McCullough

September 10, 2014

Patty and family,
We are so sad to hear the news and want to send our thoughts and prayers to you. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
God bless and may he rest in peace.

Frank Coon

September 9, 2014

I knew Corbin in High School before careers and families. He was someone you could always count on, a man of his word. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. SWHS class of 74.

Bill and Terie Collison

September 7, 2014

Patty and Family,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Corbin was a great man. Have fond memories of him during the KYB years. Sending prayers for you and your family at this time. God bless.

Janet Dreyer

September 7, 2014

We just received the news yesterday and wanted to extend our heartfelt condolences. Dad was the AD at Blinn Jr College when Corbin played football. My twin sister and I attended Blinn with Corbin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Leroy, June, Joan and Janet Dreyer.

September 6, 2014

Patty and Family - I am so very sorry to hear about Corbin. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family. - Millie McPherson

Brad Rugen

September 6, 2014

Corbin was an amazing father, loving husband, and overall great man. I am so sorry for your loss. Your entire family is in my prayers.

Kim Stacks

September 5, 2014

Thinking and praying for the entire Spitzer Family. Corbin was one of a kind and made an impact on our lives in the few years we had the pleasure of knowing him. Praying for peace and comfort.
The Stacks Family

September 5, 2014

I'm so sorry Patty and may God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.

Raylene Hawthorne

Steve and Kay Pontious

September 5, 2014

Deepest condolences to Patty, the kids, and Corbin's entire family tree. Corbin lived his life with a passion that the whole community could not help but notice. Unquestionably an outstanding husband and father, he was also a great role model to many, especially young men. You leave behind very big footprints.

September 5, 2014

May God assuage your pain during this time of grief. May He bless the Spitzer family. Corbin's smile was grand and his heart was full. Our sincerest condolences ~ Michael, Shannon & Ryan McLemore, Katy, Texas

Mark Kebodeaux

September 5, 2014

You will be missed greatly my Ol friend. I will always carry a part of you with me.

David Silvas

September 5, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Corbin will be missed.

September 5, 2014

Our prayers are with the Spitzers.. I am going to miss you Corbin, Scott Cone

September 5, 2014

My deepest sympathies and condolences to the Spitzer family in this time of great loss! May God bless you with comfort, healing, and peace that only can come from Him and His Glory!. In Jesus name and by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Debra & Ronnie Joseph

American Heart Association

September 5, 2014

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Bobby Flores

September 4, 2014

Our heartfelt condolences to the Spitzer family. Corbin will be missed by all who knew him.

Gail McClain

September 4, 2014

Prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

A former SWSH Graduate Class of '77
Gail Bonura McClain

Steven Logan

September 4, 2014

Corbin changed my life forever. He was not only a great friend and mentor; he was a true inspiration to how one should live their life. I will never forget a single thing he taught me and I only hope one day I am half the man that he was. Love you forever Corbin. Rest in peace.

John Russell

September 4, 2014

R.I.P. Corbin

JR

Steve Linton

September 4, 2014

My thoughts are with Corbin's family and closest friends. Corbin was a true gentlemen and friend that enjoyed all aspects of life. A real joy to be around.

Michael Bean

September 4, 2014

I only knew Corbin for a short time, only a few weeks, but he struck me as a truly down to earth and unique individual. I feel blessed to have had the pleasure of knowing him.

John Weust

September 4, 2014

Rest in peace Mr. Spitzer. My heart goes out to Conner and the family. - John Weust

Matt Pace

September 4, 2014

Very sorry to hear of Corbin's passing. The few times I was around him were really great times. Our prayers for the entire Spitzer family.

Roy Chaney

September 4, 2014

To all the Spitzer family, our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. I have so many wonderful memories of Corbin and he will be missed by anyone he touched! Love to all of you.

Delores,Candace, Dawn and Kim Muller

September 4, 2014

To the entire Spitzer family, especially Shirley, Bill and Cullen, may God bless you and provide you comfort. As next door neighbors in Spring Shadows we enjoyed many days together and our entire family is sadden by the loss of Corbin. He will be greatly missed.

September 4, 2014

Deepest condolences for the family from a former Tiger.
The Apostolo Family

September 4, 2014

From the staff of C.J.David our prayers are with you.

September 4, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Praying for peace and comfort for you all.
Love,
Scott and Cindy Chenoweth

Kevin Groschke

September 4, 2014

My sincerest condolences to the entire Spitzer Family. Corbin was truly one of a kind, and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends in this difficult time.

Peggy Whisner

September 4, 2014

My prayers are with you Patty & family.

September 4, 2014

We are so very sad to learn about Corbin's passing. He was such a great friend, funny and serious all at the same time. He had a true passion for every aspect of his life. He will be sorely missed by all who loved him. Patty, Lexy and Conner our hearts are heavy with grief. We are so sorry that you've lost your husband and father. Words can barely express how we feel...
We love you and we will miss Corbin. We are so sad.
Ceci and Steve de la Torre

Sharon & Tim Grasshoff

September 4, 2014

Our prayers go out to Corbin's family. We were on the same usher team as Corbin at St. Peter's many years ago. May God grant you comfort and strength.

September 3, 2014

Patty...sending prayers and hugs to you and your family....Elena and Steve.

September 3, 2014

Our love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you despite the miles between us. We treasure our fun-loving memories with Corbin and his loved ones over the past 24 years. =) We feel truly blessed remembering special occasions with Corbin, his fun antics and great sense of humor. Blessings to you all.
Fondly~Carol & Gary Adams

Stacie & Allan Legge

September 3, 2014

Your Galveston neighbors have you in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill Baker

September 3, 2014

I'm saddened to hear of Corbin ' s passing and my condolences and prayers go out to all his family

Jayne Gilbert

September 3, 2014

Dearest Shirley,
We extend our heartfelt sympathy to you on the loss of your son. May you find joyful memories following your grief. You are strong but we send our prayers during this difficult time.
Jayne Gilbert (Make A Lot Investment Club)

September 3, 2014

Sweet Corbin! He always made me laugh and was such a happy soul. We love you Spitzers as family. Hugs to Shirley, Patty, Cullen, Jodie and all the kids. Mark, Fran, Taylor & Ford Story

Georgia Sloan

September 3, 2014

Patty, Connor, Lexy and Shirley, we are saddened to hear of Corbin's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Georgia, Robert and Lauren Sloan

Dwayne Meacham

September 3, 2014

RIP Corbin .....God Bless all of your family , friends and associates...I ll always remember you Corbin as a really awesome person

Kim Yadlowsky

September 3, 2014

We are so deeply saddened by the news of Corbin's passing. Our heartfelt condolences go out to your family. We feel so blessed to have known Corbin. He was such a sweet and caring man with an infectious smile. Michele and I always laugh when we remember how Corbin taught us how to shoot ink pens into his bedroom ceiling when we were little girls! Such fond memories! May the love of family and friends surround you and comfort you at this very difficult time. Much love, Kim, Michele, and Lavonne

Mike Hlinak

September 3, 2014

Corbin -
You will be missed - the kind of guy that we all aspire to be. Best wishes to the family.
Mike Hlinak (Katy, TX)

Mark, Rachel, & Mattie Niebuhr

September 3, 2014

To Shirley & the Spitzer family,
May God grant you his comfort & peace during this difficult time. Rejoice in knowing Corbin is with his heavenly family & treasure the gift of the life he led.

Gayle Bowen

September 2, 2014

Patti, Connor & Lexi we cannot express the emotions that we feel for your family. God grace you the love and strength to endure this tragedy. Prayers to your family sweethearts. Love - Gayle Bowen & Team.

Sandy Mainous

September 2, 2014

There are no words... I am so sorry and saddened by the news of Corbin. Your family is and will remain in our prayers.

Joey&Sheila Schoen

September 2, 2014

Patty , we are saddened to hear of your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

David and Sue Berger

September 2, 2014

To Patty, Lexy, Connor and family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. We will always remember Corbin as one of the best and loudest fans for the Cinco Ranch High School football and volleyball teams. It was a pleasure knowing him. May God give you comfort and strength during this time.
With Our Deepest Sympathy.

Melissa Park

September 2, 2014

We love you so much and are so sorry about Corbin. I'm so glad we got to see him at the wedding!

Charlie & Tamra O'Hara

September 2, 2014

To the entire Spitzer family and all who have been immensely blessed by every moment and memory shared with Corbin...our thoughts and prayers pore out to you.

Joy Jenkins

September 2, 2014

With deepest sympathy for all of you Patty, Shirley and Cullen. He was a good man and glad I could call him friend. I will always cherish his bean recipe he shared with me so many years ago and I still use today. May God bless you, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jane and Rick Jones

September 2, 2014

Our hearts are heavy with the news of your loss. We send you prayers of comfort, understanding and God's gentle grace as you absorb this tragedy. We keep you all in our prayers and celebrate his too short life.

Bob and Jocelyn Davies

September 2, 2014

Patty and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. A great guy who called them as he saw them.

Bill & Lorie Bracko

September 2, 2014

We are saddened to hear of the passing of one of the great independent spirits. Corbin was a man who never hesitated to share his thoughts and time with others. We benefited greatly from his help and support over the years.
To Patti, Connor and Lexi we offer our condolences. May God keep you in his arms during the sad and difficult days ahead and we hope this time of special reflection will bring joy to you as you remember how special your husband and dad is. Corbin always spoke with love and pride about you all.
To Shirley and our friends at Bill Spitzer & Associates we send our support. You folks have built a great company, carry on!
From your friends at Chinook Industrial Ltd.

Tim & Cynthia Barrington

September 2, 2014

For everyone in the Spitzer family, please accept our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Natalie (Watts) Cadden

September 2, 2014

Dear Patty & Family: I am so very sorry for your loss. I feel blessed to have had the chance to see and catch up with Corbin recently at our high school reunion and to meet you. Growing up, his family lived behind mine in Spring Shadows. He was always such a sweet guy and special to me because as typical 12 yr. olds - we went steady for a whole "two weeks". I will keep you and the Spitzer Family in my heart and prayers.

Sharon Ellermann Chandler

September 2, 2014

Thoughts and prayers of comfort and peace for the entire family.

Darrin Straughan

September 2, 2014

Very sorry. We are all praying for the entire Spitzer family. Corbin will always be one of my favorites.

Doug, Nancy, Mike J., James, Mike F. Martin (Machine Support Technologies

September 2, 2014

Shirley, Patty and kids: Our deepest sympathy to you all. Corbin was a wonderful person and he will be missed.

BeBe DuBois

September 2, 2014

Thoughts and prayers with you all

Charlie and Brooke Duke

September 2, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to Patty, Connor and Lexi. We love you all and are thinking about each one of you.

September 2, 2014

Patti, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken and Barb Jackson

Nick and Rhonda

September 2, 2014

Dear Patty, Connor and Lexie and family, May God bless you, keep you and comfort you during the days ahead. I am very saddened to hear of your loss and will keep you in my prayers.

Ken J. Ahrens

September 2, 2014

To the entire Spitzer family, especially his wife, Kay and I feel so sorry for your loss. Corbin was a high school friend and teammate of mine, and I will always remember him as a wonderful person, and I thank God that I was able to see and visit with him just a couple of weeks ago.

We pray for him and his family, and know he is with God our Father.

Kay and Ken J. Ahrens

Susan Ned

September 2, 2014

I was so sorry to hear this sad news. We are praying for you and your family. May God bless you and comfort you in a special way.

September 2, 2014

Patti,

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathies to all of you at this difficult time.

Steve, Julie, Rachel and Christy Lueckemeyer

Sharna Arthur

September 2, 2014

Patti, praying for you all.
Sharna Harrell Arthur

Charla Urech

September 1, 2014

Patty, Connor and Lexie and family, we are so sad to hear of your loss. Praying you feel Gods comfort through this time. We are sending our love and prayers. If we can be of any help call us.
Charla and Buddy

Belynda Billings

September 1, 2014

Patti,

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to all of you.

Love,
Jim, Belynda, Caroline, and Sydney Billings

Melba and Jim Butler

September 1, 2014

Shirley, our prayers and thoughts are for you and your family at this sad time. May God bless you and comfort all of you.

carolyn lawrence

September 1, 2014

Shirley, you are a good friend & I know how Corbin & Patti have always been a huge part of your life. My very deepest sympathies to you both.

Dottie Cornell

August 31, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time. May God comfort you.

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