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Joseph Selle Obituary

JOSEPH BLAIR SELLE died on Sunday, July 8. 2007 in Houston. He was born in Cape Girardeau. Missouri on August 20, 1925. He is survived by his wife, Paula,one sister, Kathleen Hill of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, two nephews and six nieces. A graduate of the University of Ilinois in Metalurgical Engineering, he founded Selle Alloys and Equipment Company in 1964. At his request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. For those desiring, memorials may be sent to: Star of Hope, 6897 Ardmore, Houston 77054 or The Salvation Army, 1075 Hemphill, Houston 77007.

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Jul. 10 to Jul. 11, 2007.

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Duraloy Technologies, Inc.

July 18, 2007

All of the past and present employees of Duraloy were saddened to learn of Joe's passing. He was a man of integrity and he was always held in the highest regard. He will be missed.

Annette and Ken Bozak

July 17, 2007

Dear Paula,
We extend our most sincere condolences. Ken had worked with Joe for many years and enjoyed a fine relationship with him. He will be missed.

Alan Phillips

July 16, 2007

Dear Paula,
We have known Joe, both from the Duraloy days, working together with Selle Alloys and Sivco and in Alan's case many tennis matches over the years We have just found out about his passing and wish to extend to you our deepest sympathies.
Nancy Sivyer and Alan Phillips - Sivco Inc.

Carolyn Draper

July 12, 2007

Dear Paula,
Since 1954,you and Joe, Tom and I have had lots of special celebrations. Tom's probably not playing tennis with Joe now, but whatever they are doing they will be enjoying their reunion
love and prayers
Carolyn

Edward Groff

July 11, 2007

I was deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Selle's death. He was one of the truly kind and great men I have known, and we will all deeply miss him. I will keep Mrs. Selle in my thoughts and prayers.

GEORGIA WATSON

July 10, 2007

PAULA, SO SADDEN TO HEAR OF YOUR LOST. I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. I MISS YOU AND I LOVE YOU. "GEORGIA @ RICE EPICUREAN"

Tom Evans

July 10, 2007

We will miss Joe . He brightened the world for all of us. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.

Tony Scanlin

July 10, 2007

Thanks for all of your help, ideas and suggestions over the years.

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