FORT BEND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

A fifteen year veteran of the Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra, Rufus Chaney passed away July 8, 2015 shortly after being diagnosed with cancer.   He was our fbso.org webmaster and principal french hornist for his entire time with the orchestra. "Rufus had a personality that lit up an entire room, a twinkle in his eye and a heart full of love.  He will be missed by all who knew him." (Quote from Amy Floyd Billasch).  The 2015-16 season is dedicated to him, his love of music, and his many years of service to the orchestra.

Marielle Ogletree was one of our most dedicated volunteers who lost her battle with cancer in August 2013.  She helped at our concerts, especially enjoying being in the concession stand or at the Christmas boutique, where she could share her warm spirit with others.  Marielle and her husband, Jim, were the proud parents of Allie, a gifted bassoonist with FBSO.

Almost a year after her initial diagnosis, Debbie lost her battle with cancer on October 26, 2005. She was a long-time member of the Orchestra, playing flute, piccolo, and serving on the Board of Directors in several capacities.  Debbie always managed to make a serious situation seem funny.