Reginald “Reggie” Barham passed away in Sugarland, TX on October 16, 2018 at the age of 73. Reggie was born on July 7th, 1945 in Center, Texas. He is preceded in death by his Father Alvin Day Barham, Mother Susan Allyene Barham, and sister Judy Allyene Naleid. Reggie is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Carol Hickerson Barham and their three children; Derek Wayne Barham and wife Candy of Tomball, Chad Eric Barham of Houston, and daughter Eileen Barham Hughes and husband Mike of Spring. Reggie is survived by his brothers; Billy Barham, Thomas Barham, and Kevin Barham and sisters Juanita Jarvis and Connie Florence. Reggie will also be fondly remembered by his grandchildren, Jacob Thurman, Chayse and Ariel Barham,Peyton and Blayke Hughes; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He attended school in Tyler, Texas. He married his wife Carol Hickerson in Rusk, TX in May of 1966. The young couple moved to Houston from Tyler where Reggie started in the glass business. He treasured the city of Houston and all its opportunities. His entrepreneur spirit led him to own several different types of businesses, including glass, oil, pipe, plastics, and wood. He was Vice President of Premium Plastics Supply, Inc. for 30 years and owner of The Wood Shed for the past 10 years. He was known as The Wood Man to many of his customers and friends. He spent many years involved with F.U.N. Football and the Alief Steelers, serving as the President for both organizations. Nothing gave him more joy than watching his sons play football and his daughter dance. Reggie loved to cook for his friends and family, especially barbecue and southern comfort food. Holidays and family reunions were always made special with his signature smoked ham. He enjoyed working in the garden, fishing, reading the Sunday paper, listening to Elvis Presley and watching football. He truly loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially his grandchildren. A Memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, November 3rd, 2018 at 1:00 pm at The Settegast-Kopf Co. @ Sugar Creek with a reception to follow. Pastor Frank Seamans of Freedom Fellowship Pearland will officiate the ceremony.
"It is because of LOVE that we grieve………and because of love, also, that we will be comforted.”
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