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Astros Pay Visit to Brookwood

 
PHOTO ABOVE: Pictured looking on is Gabriel C. as Astros mascot Junction Jack and Brookwood Community citizen Steven H. talking about who is No. 1 – Brookwood or the Astros.

 

 

PHOTO ABOVE: Brookwood Community citizens Brianna D. (left) and Jennifer S. (right) enjoy a visit with Astros pitcher Brian Moehler.

 

The Houston Astros 2010 Caravan paid a visit to The Brookwood Community on Thursday, Jan. 21. The Astros were represented by Manager Brad Mills, pitcher Brian Moehler, former player Craig Biggio, announcer Bill Brown, and mascot Junction Jack.

More than 160 Brookwood citizens (adults with intellectual disabilities and other special needs who live and work at Brookwood), along with some family members and Brookwood staff greeted the Astros with a rousing and spirited pep rally. The Brookwood Handbells started the events by performing the National Anthem.

During the rally, Brown, Mills, Moehler and Biggio shared a little about themselves as well their hopes for the upcoming season. In a skit that included the Astros and Brookwood citizens, the team played their first game of 2010. Bill Brown announced the 10-minute game in which the Astros won 432-1.

With the encouragement of the cheering Brookwood citizens, the “game” included a chance for Moehler to replay what it was like to pitch a complete game victory over the Pirates last year. The second inning had Biggio reenacting his 3,000th career hit.

Brookwood Activities Coordinator Greg Glauser than noted to the Astros that the Brookwood citizens also put up some impressive numbers every day with their jobs in the on-campus workshops.

“We can’t believe what it would be like Brad to throw 120 pitches in a game or to get 3,000 hits in a career, Craig. But our citizens do know what it like to hand make 120 cards in a day or plant 44,000 poinsettias in a week,” he said.

Following the pep rally, the caravan joined some of the citizens for lunch in one of the group homes at Brookwood. The group then toured the enterprise workshops to see firsthand the quality ceramics and other hand made products the citizens produce every day.

Story and picture furnished by our partners at The Waller County News Citizen.

Schmidt Funeral Home-Business of the Month

Schmidt Funeral Home
819 Waller Avenue
Brookshire, TX 77423

281-934-2424
www.schmidtfunerals.com

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In a Brookshire Times article dated June 30, 1955, the plans for a new funeral home were announced. The Milton H. Schmidt Funeral Home was designed to be a multi-purpose facility; it was the goal of the owners and their designers to completely meet the death care needs of families in the area. Milton, and his wife, Rachel, spent many hours with their architects, to develop a facility plan which would best serve the people of Pattison, Fulshear, and Katy - as well as those in Brookshire. "To build a funeral home that would be an asset to the area served has been one of their goals," shared the article's author.

As many funeral homes of the day, the Milton H. Schmidt Funeral Home also operated an ambulance service. Between the two essential tasks, theirs was a more than full-time commitment to the community: it was 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Milton and Rachel raised their family of four engagingly active children while successfully running the family business. And, how did they define "success"?

It meant excellence in service as well as immediate availability; and always having a warm smile and compassionate heart. "People who call on us really need us," shared Rachel, "and we intend to be there for them." This decision to be completely available to those in the community who need their assistance, was the driving force for Steve, and his wife, Donna, to build an additional funeral home in Bellville in 1986.

Milton and Rachel worked together side-by-side until Milton passed away in 1975. Her loss did not stop Rachel; she stepped into the role of solo business owner quite easily. Some 9 years later, in 1984, she passed the reins to her sons, Steve, and Hank, but she remained active in the day-to-day operations of the firm.

This decision made by Milton and Rachel, to be a true asset to their community, was the driving force for Steve, and his wife, Donna, to build an additional funeral home facility in Bellville in 1986. Steve passed away in 2007, leaving Schmidt Funeral Homes in Brookshire and Bellville in Donna’s capable and loving hands.

“We go the extra mile for the families who come to us; we are pleased to help them complete the essential paperwork--life insurance, veteran’s benefits-–even when the family doesn’t choose to have the funeral or memorial service with our firm,” shared Donna. “It’s a reflection of our small-town philosophy of ‘going the extra mile.’”

When we sit down with a family, we have just one goal: to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. Together, we explore the wide variety of services and products available, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions. We offer free tribute videos for our families, along with personalized printing options and free memorial websites. Our new website should be up and running soon. You can check it out at www.schmidtfunerals.com

Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.

2009 Holiday Business Mixer at LaQuinta

On Saturday, November 21, 2009, Brookshire Economic Development Corp. held its second Holiday Business Mixer. This year’s event was held in the beautiful boardroom at LaQuinta located at 721 FM 1489 in Brookshire. This mixer gave area businesses the opportunity to promote their business. Many of the local businesses were in attendance along with Brookshire Mayor Joseph Vaughn, Pattison Mayor Bill Matthews and his wife, Judge Karl Micklitz and his wife and Judge Ted Krenek. Members from the West I-10 Chamber were in attendance. We are very hopeful that at this function they were able to gain a few new members. If you would like more information on the Chamber please visit their webpage at http://www.westi10chamber.org As everyone visited, they were served a wonderful meal by Hinze’s Bar-B-Que. On the menu was turkey, ham, dressing, sweet potatoes, and green beans with all the fixings and homemade bread. A choice of apple pie, pumpkin pie and pecan pie was offered. Master Bartender John Karber john@abettercocktail.com was on hand once again, to serve everyone that special drink. Janet Buller from Sweet Spirit Productions http://www.sweetspiritproductions.com took photographs throughout the evening. We would like to thank everyone for making this another great successful event for our area business.

Architecture Outsource Texas is Business of the Month

Architecture Outsource Texas
3114 Astor Court Sugar Land, Texas 77498
281-277-9442
Toll free 1-877-486-0145

Statistics indicate that the average American family moves every seven years. In light of these changing economic times, there may be changes to that statistic. We will find ourselves living in our present homes much longer than past statistics indicate.

However, the homes that we live and work in are experiencing the wear and tear of every day life. Our families are growing and design trends and styles are changing. A home can become outdated and cramped for space at the same time our budgets are also cramped and tightly outdated.

A business can experience those same pains. Do not be discouraged. There are ways to beat this seemingly impossible situation. Architecture Outsource has the resources to help you overcome this situation. We would like to share our expertise with families, new neighbors and small businesses. We offer a payment plan that allows you to make payments at various stages of the drawing process. Our architectural designer Gerald Christopher says, ‘I enjoy working with home and business owners, as well as participating in troubleshooting and problem-solving issues to guide a project from concept to completion.”

Architecture Outsource is committed to providing quality architectural services for our clients. We truly believe that through that commitment, the world will be a better place to live, work and play.

We draw all kinds of plans, including house plans, commercial plans, and light industrial plans. We also offer experienced technical assistance. Whether it is a small or large project, we can help you with all of your design and construction decisions.

Architecture Outsource, along with our drafting and construction service partner team, is dedicated to providing professional services that enable projects to be completed on time, on budget, and according to your requirements. We can assist with the conceptual, promotional and contractual elements of a project through construction.

Business of the Month--Stephens & Flowers Funeral Services

Stephens & Flowers Funeral Services
34804 Katy Freeway (I-10)
Brookshire, TX 77423

281-375-5900
Fax: 281-375-5901
Se’ Habla Espanol

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During these tough economic times, the loss of a loved one can cause an additional financial hardship. At Stephens & Flowers Funeral Services, we understand and offer affordable funeral services, cremations, monuments, pre-arranged funerals and world-wide transportation. We are here to serve all people, all faiths and all budgets.

All insurance and credit cards are accepted, as well as financing with restrictions.

We offer special discounts for Veterans.

The Stephens & Flowers Funeral Services is now open and is located at 34804 Katy Freeway here in Brookshire, Texas. We began serving Brookshire and the surrounding communities in March 2009.

The Stephens & Flowers Funeral Services is owned by Stephanie Stephens and Ouida Flowers. Along with our Funeral Director, Austin George Stephens, our staff has a combined 60 years in the funeral industry.

Our funeral home offers a complete and diverse line of funeral services: traditional funerals, pre-arranged funerals, cremations, urns, pre-need insurance, caskets, life insurance, flowers, cemetery plots, monuments, and tribute videos.

Our goal is to support ALL People of ALL Faiths with sensitivity and compassion during a difficult time by providing information, options, and guidance with the highest level of competence, courtesy, and compassion. We will provide respectful and affordable funeral, cremation and memorialization services. Your needs are our greatest concern. Our first duty is to those we serve. We are here to serve families with dignity and reverence, regardless of expenditure. We are here to serve you by making one of life’s most difficult tasks easier.