Edith K. "Deedee" Still, 87, of Sugar Land, Texas passed away suddenly on March 12, 2005. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband James O. "Bud" Still and her mother, Emily P. Griffiths. Deedee was born in Patchogue, New York, where she resided until moving with her husband, Bud, to the Sugar Land area upon their retirement.

She is survived by her daughter Judith A. Beard; granddaughters, Debbie Skolaski; Jamie Seymour and her husband Chris; Lise Beard and her life-partner Alice; great-grandchildren, Robert Skolaski, Kristen Skolaski, Emily Davidson, Beth Davidson, and Katy Davidson.

Deedee was a dedicated mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She always had pictures of her grandchildren on hand to show anyone interested. She was very proud of all of her grandchildren and enjoyed telling everyone about their accomplishments.

Deedee resided at the Terrace at First Colony where she enjoyed her knitting group, bingo and daily movie time. She was an eternal optimist who saw the good in people and knew no stranger as was evidenced by her large collection of friends.

She was a member of St. Catherine of Sienna Episcopal Church in Missouri City, Texas. She had a caring nature and loved children as shown by the fact that she frequently visited the church nursery on Sundays.

The family would especially like to thank Betty Karacan for being such a devoted and caring friend to Deedee. Her endless and selfless efforts are deeply appreciated.