James Zrubeck

James "Jim" Frederick Zrubek, 91, of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born in 1934 to William and Ludmilla Slavik Zrubek, he grew up in Granger, where he had happy memories of playing football as a Granger Lion.

Jim served his country in the United States Army before pursuing his education at the University of Texas, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration. A proud member of the Beta Alpha Psi fraternity, he remained a devoted life member of the Texas Exes long after graduation.

He built a distinguished career as an accountant with Shell, where he worked for 25 years before taking early retirement. From then on, Jim found new purpose through service and simple pleasures. He became a dedicated hospital volunteer at his local hospital, where he generously gave over 2,000 hours of his time. He was an active member of his civic association, a regular blood donor, a frequent election worker, a dedicated bridge player, and a devoted tinkerer who was never without a project.

Jim is survived by his son Michael and daughter-in-law Nicole, his daughter Cynthia and son-in-law Sean, and his grandchildren Henry and Lorelei. He is also survived by his sisters Georgia and Mary Alice, and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Ludmilla, brothers William (Bill) and Henry, sisters Dorothy and Beatrice, and in-laws Leo, Wallace, and J.L.

Jim lived a life defined by quiet generosity — giving his time and his steady presence to his community, his family, and his neighbors. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Services

Visitation: Friday, May 15, 2026 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Providence Funeral Home, Taylor, TX

Funeral Mass: Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00 am Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Granger, TX

Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Granger, TX

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you give blood or volunteer your time in Jim's memory.