Charles Richard "Pete" Balser Jr.

Charles Richard "Pete" Balser, Jr., 71, of Angleton, Texas passed away on August 20, 2023, in Houston, Texas. Pete was born on May 18, 1952, in Tipton, Indiana to Charles Richard Balser, Sr. and Frances Jean (Roland) Balser. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1972 until 1974 and in the Army Reserves until 1978. He married Pamela Tate on June 29, 1985 in Houston. Together, they raised five children. He worked as a painter for the University of Texas Health and Science Center in Houston for 21 years.

At an early age, Pete professed his faith in Jesus Christ. He was an avid volunteer at both FBC Angleton and Brazosport Christian School for the greater part of 22 years, often found at sporting events, chaperoning school trips, and helping with fundraisers in support of one or more of his children. He delighted in participating in Vacation Bible School, and often treated fellow volunteers to his famous banana pudding and peach cobbler.

Pete enjoyed spending time with family, helping others, cooking, painting, making people laugh, and playing harmonica. He was a loving husband, affectionate father and grandfather, and caring friend who will be remembered for his warmth, sense of humor, and knack for remembering numbers.

Pete was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert "Bobby" Balser and Kevin "Scotty" Balser; father in-law Gerald Tate; and mother in-law, Rebecca Tate.

Left to treasure his memory is his wife, Pamela Balser; children: Ashley (Justin) Montgomery, Haleigh Balser, Zachariah (Bethany) Balser, AnnaRose Balser, and Kathryn Balser; and stepfather, Daniel Sturgeon. Brothers and sisters: Vickie (John) Ca'they, Rick Balser, Marjorie (Mickey) McWilliams (in-Law), Glen (Sally) Tate (in-Law). Stepbrother: Steve (Holly) Sturgeon. Nephews and nieces: Shane (Jenny) Wood, Joseph Wood, Amy Wood, Michael Ca'they, Sean McWilliams, Heather (John) Brown, Andre (Stormy) Balser, Elizabeth Balser, and Jeremy Tate. Grandchildren: Charlee Balser, Jasper Montgomery, Phoenix Montgomery, Danny Montgomery, D'Vantè Balser, Owen Balser, and numerous other family members and friends.

Visitation will begin at 3:00 p.m. with the Funeral Service starting at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at First Baptist Church of Angleton with Pastor Shawn Thomas officiating.