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Delores Atchley
1974 - 2016
Delores Atchley
1974 - 2016
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Delores Atchley Obituary
She was born in Texas City, Texas on May 27, 1974 to Calistro and Olivia Reyes.
She married her husband, Brett Atchley on April 13, 2002 in the Grand Bahamas.
Delores is survived by her husband, Brett Atchley, siblings: Thomas and Marylou Reyes, Cristina Anderson, Daniel Reyes and Elissa I. Reyes, Grandmother Carmen Ortiz, 3 nieces, Laura Reyes, Victoria Reyes and Alexandra Anderson and nephew, Austin Anderson and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Delores attended Clear Creek High School and went to further her education at the University of Houston, Clear Lake where she earned a Bachelor's of Science in Biology. Her current employment position was at Lubrizol in La Porte.
She enjoyed spending time with family, friends and her yellow lab, Cassie. She was always the life of the party and made friends wherever she went. Most people will remember her by her beautiful smile, her contagious laugher and singing Celine Dion at the top of her lungs. Friends and family also referred to her loving as "Sugar Baby", "Dee", "D.D.", "Be-Be", "Sissy-Deer", "Little D", "Del-Rey", and "the Manager".
Her interests include spending quality time with family and friends. She enjoyed baking, crafting, shopping, traveling to tropical destinations, and entertaining others by adding her special touch to everything that she did.
She will always have a special place in our hearts.
"Blessed are the pure of heart for they shall see God"
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Claudia Garcia
May 24, 2017
I miss you.
Your Bday is in a few days.
Theres not a day I don't think about you.
I miss our conversations over the phone. Ill visit you on your BDAY
love you
August 13, 2016
Sat. August 13, 2016
Our sympathy,love and prayers are with you Bret and family.
Delores was a beautiful person, her
smile and loving ways touched everyone.
It was our privilege to have been a small part of her life.
Your loving friends and neighbors.
Virginia & William Hardy & Family
Julie Atchley Verrette
August 11, 2016
You were such a wonderful gift to our family. What an angel,so generous, sweet and caring. I will love and miss you always.
Lisa Reyes
August 10, 2016
hieeeeee! I love you so much and miss you like crazy already. You were the best sister to me and I appreciate everything you did for me and all of your great advice through the years . I will never forget my promise to you and we will take care of Bret, don't worry . I loved our day dates after chemo shopping and having lunch together, I will cherish laying in bed holding your hand and napping with you on your last days . I hope to one day name my child after you ( under your rules only of course) ;) come and visit me anytime . every time I hear " thank you " by Celine Dion that's my favorite singe now lol.love you forever and ever Amen
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Monica Carey
August 7, 2016
My sweet and beautiful cousin Delores. Even though we were a distance apart I was lucky to see you sporadically throughout the years. I will cherish those memories. I remember when you shared your fruit roll up with me, and it was for your school lunch. When I saw you attempt doing the moon walk. As silly kids going to a grave and attempted to open a stone coffin above ground and neither of us wanted to look inside. Gone way too soon. I will greatly miss you. You will hold a special place in my heart. Always. Hugs and kisses. Rest in peace angel.
Cynthia DeLeon (Rodriguez)
August 4, 2016
I knew Delores in high school and was very sad when I heard she had passed. She was so much fun to be around. Her laughter was so infectious, she could bring a smile to any situation. Even though we lost touch through the years. I will always think fondly on the times we shared. My deepest condolences to her husband and family.
Ally Luo
August 3, 2016
Delores is a wonderful person, inside and outside. She is the best friend and coworker I ever met. I will never forget her beautiful smile. She will be missed by everyone. May her soul rest in peace.
Taylore Wagner (Phillips)
August 3, 2016
Delores was such an outgoing and loveable person. I am so honored to have spent many years living across the street from her and Brett. I am going to miss her contagious smile and her creative eye. I always looked forward to seeing her craft projects. Brett - my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Mary Brown
August 3, 2016
Beautiful, sweet Delores,I can't believe this has happened. You are one of the kindest and sweetest people I have ever known.I am so grateful that I was able to know you, and you were apart of our family.I will love you always.LOVE, Aunt Sissy......
Roger Clement
August 3, 2016
Delores was wonderful coworker and friend. So full of kindness and joy that she just had to smile and laugh. She was always willing to help others and brighten up their day with that laugher and smile. She will be missed.
August 3, 2016
A special lady! The get together we had at cullens was a special night for me.
She was always thinking about the other person and wanted to do something for them.I'm going to miss her coming out to the M/W shop and messin with our stuff.I,m going to miss her laugh.
George Addison ( Co Worker )
Michael Kelly
August 3, 2016
Delores, you will be sorely missed. I enjoyed working with you and will miss our conversations about life and our families.
I am a better person for knowing you.
Diane Plouse
August 3, 2016
Bret, I enjoyed getting to visit with Delores when we had company parties. She was always kind and thoughtful and funny. I know you'll miss her smile and more. Keep a picture close by and just talk to her - it will help. You're in my prayers.
Lynda Victor
August 3, 2016
I am broken-hearted to hear that you've left this earth so early. As they say, "the good die young". You were certainly a beautiful example of that. You will be sorely missed by many that love you. Your essence will be carried in our hearts always.
Rachel Senninger
August 3, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Bret. The thoughts of many are with you ...
Sylvia Salazar
August 3, 2016
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Stephanie Brown
August 3, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Claudia Garcia
August 3, 2016
D, tell me it's a bad dream please. I can't stop thinking of your contagious smile and laugh.
The pictures you sent me of your cakes and turkey and saying you had to perfect it.. Even though it looked perfect already. I love you and will miss you.
I will always think of all our times through school and even as adults. I am sorry we didn't get to eat sushi and have our girls night out...I promise when I see you next we will enjoy our time together.i promise.
I love you very much, D.
August 2, 2016
My deepest sympathy on your loss and may God's promises of life again on paradise earth bring you comfort and hope ( John 11 : 25 ).
Roxan Goodwin
August 2, 2016
Family get togethers won't be the same without Delores. So full of life and laughter.
Our deepest sympathy and love for you Bret. We all loved her. She will be greatly missed.
Keith Dooley
August 2, 2016
Delores was truly one of the good folks. She was a joy to work with and will be missed.
Kevin Campbell
August 2, 2016
Bret, you have always been like a brother to me and we've known each other since Kindergarten. I never saw you happier than when you were with Delores. She was a delightful person here on Earth for everyone who knew her and still will be when you see her again in the Life Yet To Come.
My brother, I cannot begin to imagine what the two of you went through. Thankfully, her suffering has ended and yours will eventually pass. Darlene and I and many others have prayed relentlessly for you both and continue to do so.
Chris Abell
August 2, 2016
The best and most beautiful things in the life cannot be seen or even touched
They must be felt with the heart. Our hearts have felt the warmth of her smile and the kindness of her soul.
She will be truly missed
Gale Dodd
August 2, 2016
I haven't seen y'all in many years, but I remember her being full of life. I'm so sorry for your loss and pray for the family.
Tony Newton
August 2, 2016
Delores' presence was such a gift to our La Porte facility. She was so energetic, joyful, and caring, and I will always remember her that way. Bret, no words can heal the pain of such a loss. I will be praying for God to provide you the courage, strength, and support you need.
Michael Potts
August 2, 2016
Delores was a delight to work with. A consummate professional. I never saw her without a smile. She is missed. My thoughts and prayers are for her husband and family.
Juan j salazar
August 2, 2016
The few times that I saw her here in the valley all I remember her with a big smile.
Stephanie Sloan
August 2, 2016
To be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord. From our days back with Orion at Dow until the present you will always be Deeelores to me. You will be greatly missed my friend.
Stephanie Sloan
Legacy Dow
Humble, Texas
Consuelo Salazar
August 2, 2016
My beautiful cousin will be missed dearly, but her smile will never be forgotten. Sending my Texas family many hugs and kisses from Michigan.
Donna BRANSFIELD
August 2, 2016
She was such full of life and enjoyment to everybody she knew she was so sweet loving laughing and fun to be around she will be missed thoughts and prayers to her and the family she was a great person
Brenda Ratliff
August 2, 2016
Delores was the little sister I never had. She will be missed. Bret my prayers are with you. She's looking down on all of us right now.
Regina Sansoni
August 2, 2016
The world has truly lost a very special person. Delores was the sunshine in many people's lives. There is comfort in knowing that the sunshine still burns bright from heaven.
Larry Rankin
August 2, 2016
I worked with Delores a long time ago at Eckerd in League City, she was a smiling and laughing
machine, may your soul enjoy heaven with the Father Almighty, heaven has gain a special angel.
Laurie Davis
August 1, 2016
Pat and I are so sorry for your loss.
Amador Trevino
August 1, 2016
Delores, you brought joy to a lot of people. I met you when you,were interviewing for a lab position at Dow Chemical. Your beautiful smile, intelligent and great disposition set you above the others. You gave me the honor of being your friend and meeting your wonderful family, friends,and great husband Bret. With my heart feeling deepest sadness, I say good bye and we will see each other again. Your friend forever Amador "Red" Trevino.
Delores and one of her little admirers!
Don & Tori Phillips
August 1, 2016
Delores was a special woman who will be dearly missed. She was simply amazing and beautiful, both inside and out. As neighbors and friends, we have fond memories which we will cherish forever.
Eric Linkenhoker
August 1, 2016
Love you cuz!!
Eric Linkenhoker
August 1, 2016
My cousin was a exceptional woman, she was strong, smart, determed, beautiful I could go on. But her most enduring quality was the love she had for her family!!!
Patsy Haynes
August 1, 2016
Bret, my heart breaks for you. I know you will miss her so very much. Just know that she is at peace and no longer in pain. You've had a long painful journey and now you must remember all the good times that you had. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Patsy
Roland Guyton
August 1, 2016
Delores was a ray of sunshine which brighten our lives. She will be missed.
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