Charles Forrest Booher Jr.

Charlie, as most knew him, went to Ball High School, then Texas A&M University and later graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. In his lifetime he held several jobs from his youth to adulthood, but solidified his career as a Safety Engineer with Texas Instruments where he retired with more than 20 years of service.

For over 30 years he and his wife, Lois Booher, were inseparable until her death in 2015. They enjoyed a beautiful life surrounded by his kids, Michael Booher and his wife Joanne Booher; Kirstin Booher Wilson and her husband, Brent Wilson; and his stepdaughter, Cindy Garcia and her husband, Luis Garcia. They loved spending time with (and spoiling!) their grandchildren: Cooper Wilson, Kaitlin Wilson Cavazos, Brayden Booher, Christopher Garcia and Marisa Garcia. Charlie was thrilled when he recently welcomed a new grandson to the mix when Kaitlin married Troy Cavazos.

Charlie was a beloved husband, father, Pawpaw, uncle, Aggie, storyteller, engineer, friend and Galveston-native. Born on the island, his life was full of adventure, wit, and mischief from start to finish. Through his thick hair and beard and his piercing eyes, he told compelling stories of his youth, always willing to impart some knowledge on any wise enough to listen. Often, these stories involved his time in nature with Lois, his family and pets, his childhood and college antics or updates on any and every sporting event, but especially his beloved Aggies. He shared adages that may otherwise sound cliché from the mouth of another with the authenticity and steadiness that was perfectly profound. He was a true rock to his family.

His family will remember him for his wisdom, colloquialism, storytelling ability, charm, wit and deep love. Notably his grandchildren will remember him for the years of sweet treats that pale in comparison to their sweet memories alongside him. All will remember him for his generosity. He gave gifts to all and was a gift to all he encountered. His warm smile, gentle hug and Right-O salutation will be deeply missed.