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Jimmy Lay Obituary
1943-2017
Jimmy Nolan Lay, 73, of Houston, Texas passed away peacefully early morning on February 13, 2017 with his beloved family by his side. Jimmy was born on July 22, 1943 in Angleton, Texas. He graduated from Jesse H. Jones High School in 1961. He briefly attended Stephen F. Austin College before serving in the US Army stationed in Italy. Jimmy was an all-around athlete well into adulthood. He loved playing fast pitch softball and basketball. At the same time he was a faithful Houston Oilers and Texans fan and never missed a game. Later in life Jimmy loved playing golf especially with his longtime friend John Walters.
Lovingly known to his family as Pop, Jimmy is preceded by his father and sister Carolyn. He is survived by his wife, Janelle; his daughters, Raynelle, Jacy and Jaime; son Kerry and son-in-law Alyn. He is also survived by his grandkids Jacob, Tracey, Connor, Alyson, Dalon, Karys, Kara and Kacee; brother Toy and sisters Debbie and Dorothy Elaine. Pop and I want our three girls, Raynelle, Jacy and Jaime, to know how much help you all were to us on this long journey – Thank heaven for little girls.
A funeral service will be 2PM, Thursday, February 16, 2017 at Klein Funeral Home. The family will greet friends 1-2PM.
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Raynelle Hanson
February 13, 2023
6 years ago today and it still seems
Like yesterday that you left us. I love and miss you so very much!
Sis
Debbie Lay
February 9, 2023
Remembering my Brother
Jordan Murray
September 1, 2017
Mr. Lay was a patient of mine at Sam's Club Pharmacy in Jersey Village. He was truly a kind, gentle, and peaceful soul. I couldn't hold back tears when I heard of his passing. His illness took him far too soon. I still miss seeing him every week or so at the pharmacy!
My sincerest condolences to the Lay family.
-Jordan Murray, Pharm.d
Pharmacy Manager
Sam's Club 8274
James Davey
February 22, 2017
Worked at Cameron 1975 2003
Played softball with Jimmy great guy.
Skip informed me today about his passing!!
He will be missed sorry to the family for their great loss.
tommy Hill
February 20, 2017
I worked with Jimmy for many years at Cameron...all around great guy, just found out about his passing or would have made the service....He will be missed.
Melissa Grammer
February 16, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could have been there today to support you, Jacy. I am glad your Dad is no longer in pain or suffering. Love you!
J L
February 15, 2017
My condolences to your family during this time of grief. your loved one will be missed.
Raynelle Hanson
February 15, 2017
I love you Dad, and will miss you more than you will ever know.
Dorene Velazquez
February 15, 2017
Our condolences for your loss.
Dorene, Jorge and Gabriel Velazquez
Retirement Party!!
Dan Steen
February 15, 2017
Jimmy - I'll miss your laugh and your friendship you were a great guy - We'll catch you on the other side brother
Dan Steen
Sunny Roper
February 15, 2017
Janelle,Raynelle,Jacy,Jamie
& family
All of you are in my thoughts and prayers !!!
I know Jimmy loved all of you !! Sunny
KELLEY
February 15, 2017
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BE OF COMFORT TO YOUR FAMILY.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
Debbie Lay
February 14, 2017
I Light this candle to show the love I had for my dear brother.Though i may not have been around you much in all these years, you were alway in my heart.
Love your little sister Debbie
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