LaRhonda Michelle Houston

LaRhonda (Rhonda) Michelle Houston, age 52, of Desoto, Texas was called home on Wednesday, December 30, 2020. LaRhonda was born on June 28, 1968 in Dallas, Texas to Faye Houston and Wilbert Houston. Rhonda was a 1986 graduate of Skyline high School and a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, where she received a B.A. in Biology and a M.Ed. with a specialization in Sports Administration. She was a soror of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Rhonda’s faith journey called her to serve her church, her community, and her country. She was an active member of Concord Church serving in the Audiovisual Ministry and the Women’s Ministry including participation in countless Bible Study groups. Rhonda served as Chief of Staff to the President and CEO of the George W. Bush Presidential Center. Prior to joining the Bush Center, she was Director of Scheduling and Logistics for Hillwood. She was also on staff for the George W. Bush Administration as Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Director for the Office of Appointments and Scheduling, where she managed a staff responsible for the daily and long-term scheduling of events and travel for The President of the United States.

She enjoyed reading books, traveling the world, attending Texas Longhorns games, and spending time with her family and friends.

Rhonda was greeted at heaven’s gate by her family members who preceded her in death:

Paternal Grandparents, Roy and Woodie Mae Houston

Maternal Grandparents, Jimmie Warren and Willie Humphrey

Honoring and cherishing her memory are:

Mother, Faye Houston; Father, Wilbert Houston; Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Seven Delta Sigma Theta Line Sisters, a Special Friend, Winston Shepard and a host of other relatives and friends.

The family of LaRhonda Michelle Houston would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation for the outpouring of love, prayers, words of encouragement and acts of kindness. May God bless each of you.

A heartfelt expression of love and gratitude is extended to Mrs. Jannifer Mays for her selfless and dedicated support during Rhonda’s journey and loving appreciation to her husband, James Mays II, for his open and willing heart to share Jannifer with us.

Sincerest appreciation to the Concord Church “Jones, McCarley, Owens Morning Bible Fellowship” for their above and beyond support.

Special thanks to: Pastor Bryan L. Carter and First Lady Stephanie Carter, the Concord Church and Staff. President and Mrs. George W. Bush, and Julie and Ken Hersh. Thank you to Rhonda’s doctor, Dr. David McCollum, his Medical Team and the Baylor Staff for their care and guidance.

A private memorial service (GUEST LIST ONLY) will be Friday, January 8, 2021 at 10:00AM. Live streaming of the service will be available at http://concordchurchevents.online.church/

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.laurellanddallas.com for the Houston family.