It is with great sorrow that I announce the passing of my mother, Claudine Huckabay, age 88 of Sugar Land Texas, on November 4th, 2026. Her prayers were answered, her hospital stay was brief, we had precious time together without suffering, and she is with her Heavenly Father.
She was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico on June 6th, 1938, to Oscar and Rosella Leslie. She was first and foremost a Wife, Mother and Homemaker, and later in my teenage years started a career as a Real Estate Agent and eventually opened her own Real Estate office. She took care of her clients the same way she did her family with care and compassion and always fought for their best interest. I know she loved me unconditionally and no matter the circumstance would always be there to listen and provide her prayers, wisdom and guidance.
She loved art, dancing, reading, gardening, and was a fabulous cook. All the things that made our home more beautiful and have inspired many of my hobbies and interests.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, Ronald Wade Huckabay. Her parents Oscar and Rosella Leslie, brother William Leslie, and dear nephew Kevin Leslie.
My mom leaves behind a beautiful, blended family who will carry on her legacy. She is survived by me, her daughter Donna Oveson, as well as the children and grandchildren we love as our own: David Oveson, Michael Oveson and his wife Kathleen, Michelle Case, and her husband Kevin, and Elizabeth Meeks and all the grandchildren, Ashleigh, Kaleigh, Grace, Quinn, Skye, Kameron, Mason, Moorea, and Bella who brought so much joy to her life. As well as her companions and best friend Norman Sanders.
She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Dottie Leslie, and her niece, Michelle Claytor, and her husband, Kevin. Her legacy lives on through her great-nieces and great-nephews: McKenna Fors and her husband, Shawn, along with their children, Eloise, Ruby, and Turner; Jacob Claytor and his wife, Grace; and Brooklyn.
I would never be ready to say goodbye to her, but I know the Lord answered her deepest prayers. He granted her the gift of keeping her independence until her final breath. I love you, Mom.
