Obituary of Billie Ruth Romano

Billie Ruth Romano, 96, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2015. She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Clara Pearce; her loving husband of 45 years, Ernest Romano; son, William Joseph Romano; sister, Helen McGuff; and grandchild, Tiffany Denton. Billie is survived by her daughter, Donna Romano Cartwright and husband, Michael; grandchildren, Ryan Cartwright and wife, Tammy, and Courtney Cartwright; great grandchildren, Cooper and Lane Cartwright, Jerry Heinz and Hailey Denton; and a host of other family and friends. Family was always very important to Billie and they always came first. She especially loved cooking for and spending time with her family. Billie was very strong in her faith and a devoted member of St. Andrews Episcopal Church since 1983. She was proud to be the oldest member of her church. Billie was affectionately known as “Grandma” and she and Ernie loved traveling all over the country in their motor home. Wherever they stopped, they would always look for a place to enjoy their favorite sport; golf. Billie enjoyed dressing up in her matching outfits, shoes, purses and jewelry. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her. A visitation and service for Billie will be held at Clayton Funeral Home, 5530 W. Broadway, Pearland, Texas 77581. The visitation will take place Friday, July 17, 2015 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm and the funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at 10:00 am with Rev. David Price officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery in Houston, Texas.