KHOU 11 is reporting that Gerald Treece, who served as the TEGNA station's legal analyst, has died.
Treece provided legal analysis for channel 11 for more than three decades.
In addition to his help with legal stories, Treece also had his own segment on the station's Saturday morning news where he broke down viewers' legal questions in an easy way to understand.
Treece's full-time job was as the Vice President, Associate Dean of Advocacy, Special Counsel to the President, Professor of Law, and the W. James Kronzer, Jr., Distinguished Professor of Advocacy at the South Texas College of Law Houston.
He earned both his BA and JD at the University of Houston.
His areas of expertise were Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Torts and Trial & Appellate Advocacy.
Treece's devoted viewers are saying goodbye to him and leaving memories on my Facebook page.
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Former KPRC 2 morning anchor Dan O'Rourke tells me that Gerald Treece replaced the "People's Lawyer" Richard Alderman on channel 2's AM newscast. I would guess this is when Alderman left KPRC for abc13 KTRK.
Former KHOU 11 morning traffic anchor Darby Douglas tweeted about Treece, "One of the kindest giants I’ve ever had dealings with. A piece of my heart goes with you Gerald. Thank you for imparting not only your wisdom, but your generosity and love. Rest In Peace my friend."
Former KHOU 11 meteorologist Brooks Garner tweeted regarding Dean Treece, "This is very sad. Gerald was so kind and I loved any chance to work with him. With compassion, he helped Houstonians navigate the legal waters from small things to larger matters of Harvey. May his family be at peace and may he rest well. Houston lost a good one."
In a Facebook post, the South Texas College of Law Houston wrote, "Dean Treece left a profound and lasting mark on countless individuals who crossed his path. Whether it was baseball or advocacy, Coach Treece loved the game. But he loved the players more. At his 40th anniversary celebration, he said of his past and present advocates, “You have made my life. Painters and conductors have great works they’re proud of. I am proud of you.” We invite you to share your stories and fondest memories of Dean Treece by visiting www.stcl.edu/CoachTreece #CoachTreece"
In a Facebook post, former KHOU 11 anchor Lisa Hernadez (now KPRC 2 morning anchor) writes, "This absolutely breaks my heart. We were always so excited to see Gerald Treece in studio. This man always had a smile, always a kind word, always made your day brighter. He knew the law like no other. You could toss to him with the most nonsensical line and he would graciously take it, straighten it out, and somehow make it sound like you knew what you were talking about (I must have thanked him a million times for this!) A true gentleman and an absolute pro. We were lucky to have a seat next to him. Thank you for your kindness and your wisdom, Gerald. You made our world a better place."
