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James “Jimmy” Stewart Bailey, 57, of Edna, Texas, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on July 5, 2023. Jimmy was born on September 2, 1965, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Murray Bailey and Maria Aleman Bailey. He grew up in Victoria, Texas, and graduated from Victoria High School, where he was the varsity pitcher for three years. Throughout his life, Jimmy loved to watch and play baseball. His love of the sport persisted after high school and he continued by playing softball in a rec league with his co-workers and friends at Halliburton; where he worked as a supervisor in multiple fields for over 25 years. In January 1991, Jimmy married the love of his life, Alicia Padon Bailey. They settled down in Edna and raised two children, a daughter, Brittany, and a son, Dalton. Jimmy and Alicia enjoyed spending time on the family’s land in Cordele where they looked after their cattle. Despite his tough outer shell, Jimmy was a softie and he could often be found bottle feeding one of the many calves Alicia brought home over the years; feeding the stray cat he called “D.C.” (short for Damn Cat) that just showed up in the barn one day; or sneaking apples and carrots to the horses. There was no doubt the country life was perfect for Jimmy and he simply loved being outdoors. Jimmy was an avid hunter and fisherman. When he was not at work, he was usually in Cordele building or repairing fences, riding the 4-wheeler to check on cattle, hunting hogs or shredding/clearing land. He could operate almost any construction equipment ever made, and he may have “borrowed” heavy equipment left on the property by contractors, to complete a project a time or two. However, one of his happiest places was on a lawnmower or tractor mowing grass, weeds, brush and an occasional branch or two of one of Alicia’s prized crape myrtles. He was someone that could do any job you put in front of him without hesitation. It was that can-do attitude and determination, mixed with a whole lot of stubbornness, that meant he was always on the go and ready to meet the challenge, whatever it might have been. His last challenge was fighting malignant brain cancer and he treated that battle the same as others; fighting long and hard, amazing his doctors with his continued strength, and beating the odds by surviving more than twice as long as most others with the same diagnosis. Jimmy was a lot of different things to a lot of different people, but most of all he was a hardworking, brutally honest, entertaining, sometimes overprotective, but always loving husband, father, brother, son, uncle and friend. He will be cherished forever in our hearts and memories. Jimmy is survived by his loving wife, Alicia; their children, Brittany and Dalton, all of Edna, Texas; his siblings, Tina (Chris) Schultz, of Pflugerville, Texas, and Sheila (Raymond) Martinez and Jeff Bailey, all of Victoria, Texas; his in-laws, Lamar and Billie Padon of Edna, Texas, and his nine nieces and nephews who adored him and all of his fun antics. He is preceded in death by his father, Murray Bailey and his mother, Maria Bailey. Services will be held on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 3:30 PM; followed by a Celebration of Life from 3:30 to 4:00 PM, where family and friends are invited to share happy memories and celebrate Jimmy’s life in the way he would want to be remembered. Flowers may be sent to Oakland Funeral Home. Arrangements are under the direction of the Oakland Funeral Home in Edna, TX, 361-782-2221, www.oaklawnfhednatx.com.
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Aurora "Dora" Estrello Ballin of Victoria, previously of Edna, passed peacefully from this life on January 23, 2023 at the age of 95 years. Dora was born in Ganado, Texas on April 11, 1927 to the late Victor Estrello, Sr., and Epiphania Basquez Estrello. Dora married Guadalupe Acosta Ballin on June 16, 1942 and together they raised their five children. Dora was a retired caretaker and was a former member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, the Catholic Daughters of America, and the St. Agnes Choir. After her retirement, she moved to Austin, Texas to live with her daughter and youngest son and spent her retirement years watching baseball and novellas, and spending time with family. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her children and their spouses, Lupe and Lucy Ballin, Mary Jane Ballin, George and Debbie Ballin, Jessee and Mary Ballin, and Ray Ballin; her grandchildren Laura Smith and David, Vanessa Ballin, and Jesse Ballin, Jr., as well as her great grandchildren, Marcus Garza, Elijah Ballin, Kyra Smith and Kaden Smith. She is also survived by her half siblings, Georgie Isaac, Beatrice Leal, Delores Hall, Josephine Crawford, and Raymond Estrello. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Guadalupe Ballin, sister Maria Garcia, and half-brothers Victor Jr., Ernesto, Marcellino, Mario, and Raymond Estrello. Visitation will be on Friday, January 27, 2023 from 5:pm to 7:pm, with the Holy Rosary to be recited at 6:pm at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:am on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna. Pallbearers will be Marcus Garza, Jesse Ballin, Jr., Kyra Smith, Kaden Smith and David Smith. There will be a private family interment at a later date. The family would like to express their appreciation to the skilled, supportive, and loving staff of Hospice of South Texas who provided such loving care for our beloved Dora. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik and Ganado Funeral Homes, 209 N. Allen St., Edna, Texas 779578, 361-782-2152.
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Mary Ellen Peterson Bannert, 73, of the Carancahua community died March 19, 2006 at the Memorial Medical Center in Port Lavaca, TX. She was born November 20, 1932 in Carancahua to the late Gustav Emil and Mary Alice Slaughter Peterson. Mrs. Bannert was a life long resident of the Carancahua community and a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include her former husband of 48 years Alvin Leon Bannert of Edna, TX; daughters: Mary Wolfe of Mahanoy City, PA and Sharon Harter of Blessing, TX; sons: Alvin Dale Bannert of Sweeny, TX, Marshall Bannert of Dickerson, TX, and Emil Glenn Bannert of Edna, TX; brother: Kenneth Peterson of Carancahua Community; 12 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter; Ellen Vengular, sister: Leta Kelly: brothers: Charlie and Ludwig Peterson; grandchildren: Justin Bannert, Christopher and Chad Anthony Rogers, and Sheila Linette Harter, Funeral Service will be 4:00 PM Wednesday, March 22, 2006 at the Palacios Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Shan Jackson and Rev. Hollie Briscoe officiating. Interment will follow at Olivia Cemetery in Olivia, TX. The family will receive friends at the Palacios Funeral Home Tuesday evening frm 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Pallbearers will be Peewee Abraham, Doug Cornett, Victor Eggemeyer, David A. Frankson, Jr., Bryant and Charles Peterson. Arrangements with Palacios Funeral Home, Palacios, TX (361)972-2012.
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Donald Wayne Barfield, of Lolita, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at the age of 76. He was born in Houston, Texas on January 3, 1947, to the late Alton Lee Barfield and Laverne Meyer Barfield. Donald was a loving father and grandfather who will be dearly missed. Donald is survived by his daughters; Leanne Barfield Ellis, Stephanie Barfield, Tiffany Weber and Husband Josh, and Krissie Barfield; brothers, Douglas Barfield and Wife Carol, and David Barfield; grandchildren, Brittany Husband, Joshua Duke, Lauren Vasquez and Husband Walter, Logan Ellis, and Nathan Nichols, Gracie Weber, Wyatt Weber; Great god grandchildren, Jade Barnhart, and Payne Barnhart; Great-Great God grandchild, Douglas Thomas; Donald is also survived by his former Wife Judy Dornak. He is preceded in death by his parents. Donald attend Industrial High School and was drafted into the United States Army (Vietnam) on February 7, 1967. While he was in Vietnam, he received two Purple Hearts, Military Merit and Bronze Star Medals. He returned to his home town of Lolita, where he worked in the oil field. In 1977 he started his backhoe business until his retirement. Donald traveled the world as an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved spending time outside in his garden and with his beloved dogs. Pallbearers will be Dalen Phillips, Joshua Duke, Payne Barnhart, Johnny Novak, David Maresh, Larry Cornejo, John Gonzales, and Johnny Hoffman. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am followed by a funeral service at the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Interment with military honors will follow at Red Bluff Cemetery in Lolita, Texas. The family invites you to join them in a Celebration of Life at Breckenridge Park in the Marina Building located at 129 N. Plantation Dr, Edna, TX 77957.
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PALACIOS - Donnie George Barker, 51, of Carancahua Community, Palacios, died Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2004. He was born Jan. 28, 1953, in Dayton, to the late Howard Keith and Oma Sue Fielder Barker. Survivors: sisters, Susan Jessup and Jeanie Vecra, both of Palacios, and Pattie Verdecanna of Bay City; and brother, Bobby Barker of New Caney. Preceded in death by: nephew, Justin Lee Norman. Services will be 1 p.m. Friday at Palacios Funeral Home, the Rev. Hollie Briscoe officiating. Burial will be at Hawley Cemetery in Blessing. Palacios Funeral Home, Palacios, 361-972-2012.
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Joyce Barker, 83, of Wharton passed away suddenly Monday morning, September 5, 2022 at home. She was born on November 17, 1938 to the late Albert and Emma Sternadel in Praha, Texas. Joyce was a graduate of Ganado High School, class of 1957. She married Joe Wayne Barker on June 10, 1959 in Ganado, Texas. Joyce worked at South Texas Medical Clinic for many years. She enjoyed playing dominoes, mahjong, volunteering at the hospital gift shop, playing games with her grandchildren and was active in the Holy Family Catholic Church Fellowship Committee. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Mildred Vesely, LaNelle Blinka and husband Johnny, sisters-In-law Carolyn Sternadel, Sybil Shanks, brothers-in-law Melvin Janecka, Edgar Barker (Pistol) and wife Joyce Barker; grandchildren, Brandi Barker and Terry Talafuse. Joyce is survived by her husband, Joe Barker of Wharton, daughters, Connie Miculka and husband Red of Hungerford, Brenda Muzyka and husband Tim of Fulshear, and Bobbi Jo Talafuse of Wharton; son Trent Barker and wife, Sherrie of Fulshear, sister Lucille Janecka of Victoria, brothers Franklin Sternadel of Victoria, Kenneth Sternadel and wife Ann of Ganado, and Leonard Sternadel and wife Dana of La Grange, brother-in-law Paul Vesely; sister-in-law Cathy Sikes and husband Gary; grandchildren, Rusty Miculka and wife Amanda, Ashley Farrar and husband Tyler, Tonda Talafuse and fiancée Adam Rachunek; great grandchildren Harper, Quinn, Jack, Remi, and Baby Farrar on the way and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Pallbearers Rusty Miculka, Adam Rachunek, Tyler Farrar, Kelly Sternadel, Anthony Blinka, Larry Vesely, Scott Sternadel, Craig Janecka and Adam Sternadel. Visitation will be held at 6:00 pm Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at Wharton Funeral Home followed by the Rosary at 7:00 pm. The Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 10:00 am at Holy Family Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery in Wharton. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations be made to Holy Family Catholic Church Fellowship Committee, 2011 Briar Lane, Wharton, Texas 77488.
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Linda T. Basquez, 68, of Bay City died December 31, 2003 at the
Methodist Hospital in Houston. She was born December 2, 1935 in
Edna, Texas to the late Frank and Victoria Martinez Trevino.
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On Sunday, January 21, 2024, Robin Dewitt Bauerle, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 91, at his home surrounded by his loving children. Robin was born in Hammond, Louisiana on Sunday, November 20, 1932. Robin served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955. After serving in the Army, Robin attended Louisiana State University (LSU) where he received his Mechanical Engineering degree in 1958. He worked for Exxon until his retirement in 1992. On September 17, 1961, he married the love of his life, Sonja Nelson in Ganado, Texas. After his retirement from Exxon they moved from Houston, Texas back to Ganado, Texas. Robin served on the Ganado Texas City Council for over fourteen years. May 23rd is recognized in Ganado as Robin Bauerle Day! He also served on the Board of Jackson County Wildlife Management Association for twenty years. Robin will always be remembered for his wisdom, generosity, and kindness he showed to all he knew. He truly was a remarkable man and our hero! Jennifer, John, and Marcus wish to thank our sister Elizabeth and husband Bill Keller for their wonderful care of Dad for the past three and a half years since our mom "SoSo" passed away. They have been a blessing to all of us. Robin was preceded in death by his wife, Sonja, father and mother Mahlon and Thelma Bauerle, brother Gene Bauerle and twin sisters, Marjorie Baker and Margaret Gomez. He is survived by his loving children, Jennifer and her husband John Carpe', Elizabeth and her husband Bill Keller, John Bauerle and his fiancee', Stacy Ballard, and Marcus and his wife Debby Bauerle. Grandchildren; John and his wife Meagan Carpe', Austin Carpe and his fiancee' Katie, Bronson and his wife Hannah Keller, Tyler and his wife Elyse Bauerle, Justin Bauerle, Ryan Bauerle and his fiancee' Lindsey, Easton Bauerle, Trace Bauerle and Torie Bauerle. Great-Grandchildren; Isla Madrid, Kassie and Drake Bauerle, River Johnson, Ronnie Carpe' and Hallie Carpe' due in April 2024. .Pallbearers: Clinton Tegeler, Shayne Rickaway, Marcus Teed Carlson, Nils Mauritz, David Grewe, and Blake Petrash. Honorary Pallbearers: Ray Schoenfield and Fred Rickaway. in lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to St. James Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 250 Ganado, TX 77962 or Hospice of South Texas 605 E. Locust Ave. Victoria, TX 77901. Service will be held on Friday, January 26, 2024 beginning at 1:00 pm at St. James Lutheran Church with Pastor Rosemarie Doucette officiating. Interment will follow at Ganado City Cemetery. Services have been entrusted to the Todish Family, with Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third Street, Ganado, TX 77962, 361-771-2120.
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Eloy Bazan, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 17, 2023, at the age of 61. Services will be held on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a Memorial service to begin at 1:00 p.m.
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Ronald Earl Beaty, of Palacios, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 26, 2021 at the age of 74. He was born in Bay City, Texas on August 29, 1946, to the late James Earl Beaty and Lilly Bell Green. Ronald was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Ronald is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Marilyn Griffith Beaty; son, Jason Matthew Beaty (Shanoah); daughters, Susan Trollinger and Rachel Priesmeyer (James); stepsons, Justin Hayden (Christy) and Jason Hayden (Kari); 17 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Gerald Beaty. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 1, 2021, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. A private family service will be held at a later date.
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Funeral services for Nels Bengston were held in the Palacios Funeral Home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. L. M. Greenhaw, pastor of the Methodist Church and burial made in the Palacios Cemetery. Mr. Bengston died in Austin hospital Dec. 15, 1944 at the age of 81 years, 3 months and 10 days. He was born in Hesliholm, Sweden, September 5, 1863, and came to America in 1890. He was united in marriage to Miss Evelina Erickson in 1894 and to this union were born five daughters. One daughter, Nina, died in infancy. Survivors are his wife and daughters, Mrs. J. W. Farmer and Mrs. F. M. Frankson, Palacios, Texas, Mrs. E. F. Miller, Gravette, ARk., and Mrs. L. R. Neely, Houston, Texas, ten grand children and three great grand children. The deceased was a member of the Swedish Lutheran Church and was a resident of the Carancahua community for a number of years.
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December 21, 1944 |
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ANGLETON - Funeral services for Gladys Ann Berger, 65, of
Angleton will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at
Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Angleton. Burial will
follow in the Angleton Cemetery.
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Our beloved Abraham Bermea, 57 years old who resides in Victoria, Texas has gained his wings on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. He was born on Monday, February 8, 1965 to Robert and Sally Bermea. He was raised in Ganado, Texas and graduated from Ganado High School in 1983. Abraham was preceded in death by his father Robert Bermea, Sr. and brother Ruben Bermea. He has been survived by his wife, Patricia Bermea and mother Sally Bermea, sisters; Diane Tristan and her husband Tommy, Molly Sless and her husband Danny, Carolyn Hardeway and her husband Larry and his brother, Robert Bermea, Jr. Also his children, Kristy Davila and her husband Eleno, Abraham Bermea, Jr., Adrian Bermea and his wife Melissa, and Amber Williams, his Stepchildren, Stephanie and Amanda Arning and Brandi Learn and her husband Thomas, also his 18 beloved grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Abraham, aka Black Diamond, was a jack of all trades and loved working with his hands. He was always ready to help others. If you knew Abraham, he was always cracking a joke just to make you laugh. Most of his leisure time was spent cooking and playing Bingo. He also enjoyed fishing and making sure to post pictures of his meals and his winnings on Facebook. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior and attended Mass at Lady of Sorrow in Victoria, Texas. He recently served team for the Men's Acts Retreat in May. He loved sharing his love of God with others. There will be a visitation beginning at 1:00 pm on Friday, December 16th at Assumption Catholic Church in Ganado, Rosary will be recited at 1:30 pm followed by Funeral Mass at 2:00 pm with Father Greg Korenek officiating. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third St. Ganado, Texas, 77957, 361-771-2120.
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July 28, 1943 - February 16, 2017
Ysabel Ramirez Bermea, 73, of Bay City, Texas passed away in her sleep on Thursday, February 16, 2017.
Ysabel was born July 28, 1943 in Edna Texas but resided in Bay City since the late 70’s.
She was preceded in death by her father, Francisco Ramirez Sr.; mother, Juliana Hernandez Ramirez; sons, Ronnie Bermea, and Joe Frank Ramirez; and brother S.H. Ramirez.
Ysabel was a member of The Holy Cross Catholic Church, she was a woman of prayer, and faith she wanted what was prosperous for her family and always lifted people up, no matter what she was going through. She climbed mountains that many of us still conquer each day and overcame those mountains by waiting for her Lord. God gave her the Strength and endurance to finish her race and that she Did.............Ysabel loved football. As long as the Cowboys were playing you found her cheering "Go Cowboys" from her recliner. She was known by her grandchildren as MO or MOMO and grandma Isabel. Her Home on Grace Street will never be the same without her, she will be greatly missed. We love you Mom.
Survivors include sons, Johnny J. Perez Sr., Ezechial Bermea, Daniel Bermea, Edward Perez and Steve Ramirez Sr., of Bay City; daughters, Patricia Bermea and Jessica Wright of Bay City. She had numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sisters, Mamie R. Tijerina and Maria R. Zamora of Bay City; brothers, Frank Ramirez Jr. of Arkansas and Manuel Ramirez of Garland Texas.
The Rosary will reside at 6 p.m. Sunday, February 19, 2017, at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home in Bay City.
The Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday, February 20, 2017 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Bay City.
Burial will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.
A special thank you to her granddaughter; Natalie Nicole Bermea for coming home to take care of her grandmother.
Pallbearers are Jordan Wright, Steve Ramirez Jr., Johnny J. Perez Jr., Joshua Perez, Jaime Tobias and Isacc Rodriguez.
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February 19, 2017 |
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James L. Bertram, age 94, passed away December 15, 2022, in
Bennington, NE. Jim was born January 13, 1928 in Armour, South
Dakota, to the late Louis E. and Helen Ann (nee) Kiunke Bertram.
Baptized February 24, 1928 and confirmed October 26, 1941 in the
American Lutheran Church. Survived by wife, Norma Jean, of Bennington, NE; grandchildren: Misty Reyes, Billy Howell, Kristin Lopez, and Pamela Lopez; 13 great grandchildren, and 5 great, great grandchildren, all living in Texas. Memorial Service 11:00 am Monday, December 26, 2022 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 322 N. Molley St., Bennington, NE. Inurnment will be in Edna, TX. Funeral will be live streamed on the St John’s website YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/StJohnsBennington
Jackson County Herald-Tribune,
December 28, 2022 |
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Francisco Lerma Bentancur, Sr., a beloved member of the Wharton community, peacefully passed away at a nursing home in Wharton, TX on April 19, 2024. He was born on March 13, 1940, in Edna, TX to the late Manuel Bentancur and Antonia Lerma Bentancur. Francisco grew up in Mississippi and later made Wharton his home in 1971. He was a dedicated laborer in the air conditioning industry, working for Hudson Products. While Francisco's primary focus was on supporting his family, he found immense joy in watching his children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews play baseball. His evenings were often spent with a contented smile watching old westerns and reminiscing on simpler times. His love for family and community was unwavering, evident in the cherished moments shared with his loved ones. Francisco was preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Antonia Bentancur, daughter, Melissa Bentancur; son, Martin Bentancur and brother, Braulio Rodriguez. He is survived by his nephew who cared for him, Eloy Fira and wife, Sara of Wharton; his children, Francisco Jr. and daughter-in-law Lisa, Freddie, Irene, Braulio, Angie, Pete, and sister Ignacia Alvarez. Along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In honor of Francisco's life, a visitation will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2024 starting a 5 p.m. with a Rosary recited at 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 22, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church with Father Antonio Perez officiating. A Rite of Burial and Committal will follow at Wharton Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Shavoy Bentancur, Anthony Fira, Matthew Antone, Juan Cantu, Andrew ‘Big Boy’ Compian, and Hector Alvarez, Jr. The family kindly requests that any donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association. The family would like to thank the staff at Wharton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and Choice Hospice, especially Nurse Practitioners, Ms. Kim and Ms. Caroline, and Medical Social Worker, Ms. Gigi. Their care and compassion was so greatly appreciated. Funeral Services are under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at whartonfuneralhome.com
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Robert "Landry" Billups, 90, of Pasadena passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2008. He was born January 20, 1917 in Edna, TX. Landry is preceded in death by his loving wife of 31 years Mable Billups, son Lanny Billups Jr., and granddaughter Sayler. Landry is survived by his 2 daughters, Jada LaMont and husband David, Laura Baker and husband Bruce, brothers, Ed and Travis Billups, sisters, Mary Louise Murray, and Maudie Barton, 6 grandchildren, Heather, Lanny, Kevin, Jessica, Brynn, Kelcie, 4 great-grandchildren, Adam, Jeffrey, Nathaniel, Laura, many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Thursday, January 10, 2008 at Forest Park Lawndale from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM at Forest Park Lawndale in the Chapel of Angels. Burial will follow at Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family wishes memorials to Veterans of Foreign Wars, P.O. Box 14468, Austin, TX 78761.
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Dr. Joseph White Bitter, age 83, long-time veterinarian and civic leader, died October 21, 2022, at his home in Edna, Texas. He was born in San Antonio, Texas, to Joella White and John Albert Bitter, Jr. He graduated from Central Catholic High School in San Antonio in 1957 and Texas A&M University with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1964. Upon graduation, he served in the United States Air Force and started his career as a veterinarian in Pearsall, Texas, before opening a veterinary practice in Edna, Texas, in 1967. He was an active member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, as well as the Texas Veterinary Medical Association, for which he was Past Director and received the President's Award in 1986. He also served as Past Director of the American Association of Bovine Practitioners and was an active member of both the American Association of Equine Practitioners and Beefmaster Breeders United. In 1984, Dr. Bitter received the Jackson County Top Producer Award for Beef Cattle. He was also Past Director of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. Deeply involved with the youth in his community, Dr. Bitter served as Past President and member of the Edna ISD Board of Trustees for 16 years, and was a Founding Member and Past President of the Mid-Coast Association for Gifted and Talented. For his leadership in Jackson County 4-H, he received the Outstanding Leader Award (1983) and was named Upper Coast Distinguished Leader (1984). He was a member of the Jackson County Youth Builders. He was also an extra-ordinary minister of Holy Communion and a CCD teacher at St. Agnes Catholic Church for over 25 years. Dr. Bitter married the former Mary Ann Weiss in 1964 and loved telling the story of asking for her hand in marriage. He was a true family man - a beloved son, brother, husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather. We loved his willingness to roll up his sleeves and help others, his fighting Texas Aggie spirit, his giant bear hugs, his love of God and Country, his genuine generosity, his loud whistle and rough housing, his teasing nature, his love of storytelling, his appreciation for good food, his love of the outdoors (especially his beloved Hill Country Ranch), his favorite pastime raising Beefmaster cattle, and his dedication to family and friends. Dr. Bitter is survived by Mary Ann, his wife of 58 years, his children and their spouses: Russell Bitter, Janet and Dr. Donald Collins, Michael and Liliana Bitter, Barbara and Vince Terracina, Dr. John and Monicka Bitter, Carol Bitter and Yanis Papagiannis, Patrick and Paige Bitter, Sarah Bitter, Stephen and Rebecca Bitter, Smyth and Tony Johansson, Catherine Bitter, Mary Ann Bitter and Matt Hobbs, and Dr. Joella Bitter and Dr. John Doughton. He was affectionately called Papa Joe by his grandchildren: Charles, Emily, Claire, Michael, Peter, Joella, Christopher, Liliana Marie, Jonathan, Thomas, Cecilia, Grace, Nicholas, Camille, Jacob, Lucas, Travis, Danae, Amidas, Chloe, Samuel, Alex, Austin, Marilyn, Cora, Joseph, Anna, Eve, Nora, Theo, Leo and Isaac. He is also survived by his sister and her husband, Priscilla and John Lupe, his brother and his wife, James L. and Terri Bitter, his sister-in-law, Kay Bitter, his brother-in-law and his wife, Ted and Ann Weiss, his nieces and nephews: Tracy Bitter Pressly, Amy Bitter Scheiber, Joella Lupe Mach, William Lupe, James Bitter Steves, and David, Elizabeth, John and James Weiss, and many wonderful life-long friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, John Albert Bitter, III, and his granddaughter, Sofia Alicia Bitter. Visitation will be Monday, October 24, 2022, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, with Rosary being recited at 6:00 pm, at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna, Texas. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 10:30 am at St. Agnes Catholic Church to be followed by a private burial on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. Pallbearers are Russell Bitter, Michael Bitter, John Bitter, Patrick Bitter, Stephen Bitter, Donald Collins and Vince Terracina. The family requests that in lieu of flowers you have Masses said for the repose of Joe's soul or send memorial contributions to Sursum Corda Foundation (446 County Road 115, Edna, TX 77957), a private charitable trust established by Joe and Mary Ann Bitter in memory of his parents in appreciation of their Catholic values and spirit of generosity which they so faithfully exemplified to their children. It is dedicated to the educational, charitable and religious needs of children. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen Street, Edna, TX 77957, 361-782-2152.
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David
Randolph Bolling, Sr., 82, of La Ward, passed away Thursday,
December 14, 2000 in Edna, Texas. He was born November 2, 1918
in Palacios, Texas to John William Bolling and Amanda Ruth
Jamerson Bolling. He was a retired rancher, a member of the
First Presbyterian Church of Palacios and a life-long resident
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Ruth E. Bone, 95 of Victoria, formerly of Ganado went home to her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. The family of Ruth will be honoring her on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Ganado Funeral Home Chapel, beginning with Visitation from 9:am to 10:am, followed by Funeral Service at 10:00 am, Interment will follow at Ganado City Cemetery.. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third St. Ganado, TX 77962, 361-771-2120
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Weldon Branch Bonnot, 90, passed away Thursday March 21, 2024. Weldon was born July 12, 1933, the youngest of four sons born to Carlos and Eva Jane Sewell Bonnot, a lovely pioneer Jackson County family. Weldon attended LaWard Elementary School and then transferred to Edna High School where he was active in football, basketball, baseball and track. After graduation he attended Texas A&I in Kingsville but came back to Edna to work. He was a stockholder and a very familiar face at Westhoff Mercantile for many years. Until his health prevented, he was an avid golfer, hunter, and active member of the First Baptist Church of Edna. He loved singing in the choir. In 1954 he married his high school sweetheart, Charlotte Wooten Bonnot. They were blessed with two precious children, Michael Wooten Bonnot of Victoria and Michelle Bonnot McNeill and her husband Mark of Victoria. Mr. Bonnot is also survived by his grandchildren Megan Bonnot Kiella and her husband Scott of Belton and their children Kate & Jack; Ryan Kelsey Bonnot and his wife Megan of Houston; and Clayton Weldon McNeill and his wife Veronica of Victoria and their baby girl Falynn. Weldon was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers Carlos Bonnot, Harold Bonnot and Joe Bonnot as well as many special nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Clayton McNeill, Ryan Bonnot, Scott Kiella, Dr. Carlos Bonnot, Dr. Joe Lynn Bonnot and John Bickings. The funeral service will be held Tuesday March 26, 2024 at 11:00am at the First Baptist Church of Edna with Bro. Robert Krause officiating. Memorials can be made to The First Baptist Church of Edna PO Box 417 Edna, TX 77957. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Todish family of Slavik & Ganado Funeral Homes.
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Keli Marie Braddock, of Austin, at the age of 35, was called Home, by her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 30, 2022. Keli was born on Friday, March 20, 1987 in Houston, Harris County Texas to James and Margot Braddock. Keli is survived by her father; James Braddock, and preceded in death by her mother, Margot Alcala Braddock. Keli was blessed to have a lot of people in her life that knew her and loved her, she will be dearly missed by all. There will be a visitation on Thursday, September 8, 2022, beginning at 11:30 am, followed by the Funeral Service at 1:00 pm at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ryan Carpenter of First Baptist Church of Ganado officiating, followed by interment at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St., Edna, TX 77957, 361-782-2152.
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Old Jackson County friends were made sad this week when the news came that Mr. Wilhelm Braune, a former well known Jackson County citizen, has passed away at Marion on Thursday, February 3rd. Funeral services were conducted at Cross Lutheran Church by Rev. Schlecht of San Antonio, following which the remains were laid to rest in the Comal Cemetery. Mr. Braune was the son-in-law of the late Mr. and Mrs. Gus Stoerig and a brother-in-law of our fellow townsman John Stoerig, his wife being the former Emma Stoerig, whom he married in 1910. Mr. Braune was an industrious farmer and an upright man, and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. In 1928 the family moved to Marion, Texas, where they have since made their home. Left to mourn his passing are his widow, and the following children: Hedwig (Mrs. Elton Isles of San Antonio), Clara (Mrs. Ed Kruse of San Antonio), Melba (Mrs. Elmer Consoer of San Antonio), Hilda (Mrs. Paul Achterberg of New Braunfels), Norma (Mrs. Olyn Krueger of Cibolo), and Loraine, at home.
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Myra Maurice Danner Brhlik, 91, of Palacios passed away February 14, 2022. She was born January 13, 1931 in Blackwell, Oklahoma to Samuel Maurice Danner and Opal Joyce Cooke Danner. The family moved to Texas in 1940 where her father worked for H. B. Zachary Co. and were 1 of 9 families living in the Deutschburg Community at the Francitas Gas Company houses. Myra attended and graduated from Palacios High School. She was active in sports, playing volleyball and softball and was elected head cheer leader for the Shark football teams. She attended Victoria Junior College for 1 year and spent 1 year at Breckenridge School of Nursing in Austin, leaving when her love, F. P. “Sonny” Brhlik asked her to quit and marry him. To this union was born F. P. “Buddy” Brhlik, Jr. and Russell Maurice “Rusty” Brhlik. Myra went to work when Buddy and Rusty were in grades 3 and 5 for G. T. Brooking, first at East Bay Lumber Company, then Matagorda Real Estate Finance Company. When it was dissolved, she then was employed as secretary and bookkeeper for Mr. and Mrs. Brooking. After their deaths she worked for their nephew Jimmy Hayes and wife Kathryn. After Kathryn’s death the office was closed but Myra remained in the employment of the Hayes’ twin daughters Sallie Hayes McBrier and Billie Hayes Spector taking care of the books for the J7 Ranch, owned by the Brooking Estate, located in Jackson County. Myra enjoyed people and being involved in social and community activities. She was the Financial Secretary and Memorial Secretary for First United Methodist church for many years, past president and member of Harmonie Club, past president and member of Alpha Club, served as director of Palacios Library, Palacios Economic Development Corporation, served several terms as director of Palacios Chamber of Commerce, was past president and director of Palacios Medical Foundation, past secretary and director Palacios Community Medical Center, member of the PCMC Blue Belle volunteers, was a member of the Beautification Committee when they raised funds to purchase the pavers, park benches and pole light for the downtown city park, was awarded Distinguished Alumni of Palacios Independent School District in May 2005 and was selected Woman of the Year by Palacios Chamber of Commerce in 1990. She was the recipient of the George Holst Award in 1998 by the Matagorda County EDC. She also served 2 years on Matagorda County Historical Commission and enjoyed the search for old cemeteries during that time. She served on Beautification Committee that raised money to beautify the downtown city park, served on the First Street Pier Committee that raised money to build the fishing pier and parking space. She met and made many new friends during this time and during the 10 years her husband F. P. “Sonny” Brhlik served as Pct. #3 county commissioner. Myra was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, son R. M. “Rusty” Brhlik, daughter-in-law Marcy Brhlik and sister Anita Joyce Frankson. She is survived by son F. P. “Buddy” Brhlik and wife Susan; daughter-in-law Chyrl Brhlik; grandchildren Ryan Alan, Stephanie Denise and husband John, Joe Paul and Kristi Lee and step-granddaughters Kelsey Heaton, Katie Heaton and Marley Bryant. She had a strong Christian faith and never failed to thank the Lord each day for her many blessings. Visitation will begin at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 19, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church in Palacios. Funeral service will be at 3:00 PM with Rev. David Moreno officiating. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery. Pallbearers are Joe Brhlik, Ryan Brhlik, Jim Frankson, Sam Frankson, Craig Wallis and Chipper Holt. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Kana, Dan Tucker and Ken Johnson.
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GONZALES - Betty Lou Bricker, 43, of Ganado, died Tuesday, March
23, 2010. Born Oct. 28, 1966 in Ganado to Arbie and Hilda Long
Pendleton.
The Victoria Advocate,
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Rev. Dr. Hollie Lee Briscoe Jr., 84 of Richmond, passed away on June 22, 2017. He was born on February 2, 1933 in Houston to the late Hollie Lee Briscoe, Sr. and Nora Hurst Briscoe. He graduated from Texas A & M University where he was a member of the Corp of Cadets and the Singing Cadets. He served as Lt. in the U.S. Air Force. Hollie earned his Doctorate from Southwestern Theological Seminary, and was founding Pastor of Carancahua Chapel, and was Pastor of several churches in Texas and Oklahoma. He is survived by his wife, DeLaine Briscoe of Richmond; daughters, Leigh Ann Warzecha of Dallas, Susan Greenwood of Jonesboro, Arkansas, Wendy Tingle of Buies Creek, North Carolina, and Wendy Kirkby of Naples, Florida; sons, Blake Briscoe of Eastland, Dan Briscoe of Richmond and Jerrod Fehmel; 18 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and sister, Elaine Briscoe of Kensington, Maryland. A Memorial service was be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 26, 2017, at Carancahua Chapel at the Carancahua Community Center with Dr. Mike Zimmerman and Pastor Bob Keptra officiating. [burial: Hawley Cemetery, near Blessing, Texas] Memorials in his memory may be made to South Texas Children’s Home, P.O. Box 759, Beeville, Texas 78104-0759. Condolences may be shared with the family at triskafuneralhome.com Triska Funeral Home, El Campo, Texas. 979-543-3681.
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Mr. Charlie Britton was born July 25, 1858, and died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Langford, near Carancahua April 5, 1921. Mr. Britton was reared near Waco and married Nov. 22, 1885. Five sons and four daughters were born to this union who with the bereaved wife survive him. He was converted in early youth and united with the Methodist church, living a consecrated Christian life. Interment in Palacios cemetery with Rev. H. A. Echols officiating.
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Virginia Lee Bland Brod, age 92, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 27, 2022. Virginia was born on June 25, 1930, in Franklin, Texas to Hubert Lee and Dovie Lee (Maxwell) Smith. When Virginia’s parents took her home from the hospital, they called her Baby Smith. She didn’t get her name Virginia until it was time for her to start school and her birth certificate had to be corrected as there was no first name. She remained “Baby” to her parents for their entire lives. Mom met her first husband, Jarva Raymond (J. R.) Bland, in Texarkana, Arkansas where she was attending college. J.R. was sitting in an ice cream soda shop when he saw her walking down the street and told his buddies he was going to marry her. She agreed to go to the movies with him but she slept through the whole movie, so it really took a second date to get those two together! During their 40 years of marriage, they were blessed with four children, Rose Marie Robin (Chris), Bubba Bland (Sandy), Sharon Ambrosia and Joe B. Bland (Marsha). J.R. passed away in May 1990. Mom jokingly told us she would never have another man in her life, but several years later, we found she and her mischievous friends were sneaking off to some senior dances and it didn’t take too long before she told us someone had caught her eye. She said he could really dance and followed her around like a puppy – what more could you ask for! Shortly afterward, we were introduced to Leander (Andy) Brod. Andy and Virginia were married for 22 years, until his death in May 2015. When mom and Andy married, we were blessed to add Andy’s daughter, Janet Brod Ready (Vance) to our family. During Virginia’s life, she was an avid tennis player, winning a state championship while in college. She loved camping, fishing, hunting, dancing and travel. She worked as a secretary at Mercer Construction Company in Edna, loved attending First Baptist Church in Edna and was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW 8556 in Lolita. Granny, as she was lovingly known by all of her grandchildren, will long be remembered for passing on one of her favorite family recipes for Chocolate Gravy and Biscuits (don’t knock it till you tried it)! Recently, mom has been telling us when she turns 100, she was going to get an orange motorcycle and that we should consider putting one on layaway for her. She wanted us to know she would be driving the motorcycle and the rest of us could sit in the sidecar. She has shared stories of smoking in the second grade, driving and wrecking a car at the age of 9 and moving out of her home at the age of 16. As you can tell, she had a great sense of humor, wit and spunk, so anytime her children or grandchildren get out of line, we blame it on Granny! Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, stepmother Jessie Smith and both of her husbands. In addition to her four children and stepdaughter, Virginia is survived by two brothers, Alan and Stephen (Rhonda) Smith, one sister, Ava Smith Ballard (Junior), 13 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great grandchildren. We would like to thank some special people in our mother’s life. Friends and neighbors, Lola Spree, Ludene Darilek, Jesse Coker Gerjes and David and Theresa Hill have been by mom’s side for many years. Everyone should be blessed with a granddaughter like Stacy Richards and her husband Dan. It is difficult to express the level of appreciation for the love, joy, support and compassion Stacy and Dan have extended to our mother. They could always make mom smile and have spoiled her way too much! Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. William Shay and his amazing staff for providing the best medical care available in Victoria. We also want to thank the staff of Sodalis of Victoria for making mom so comfortable while making her new home in their facility. We also express a special thank you to Hospice of South Texas for the compassion extended to mom during her last days.
Viewing will be held on
Thursday, September 1, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.at
Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna, Texas. There will be a private
family burial service and celebration of life at Red Bluff
Cemetery in Lolita, Texas. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of South Texas, 605 E. Locust Ave., Victoria, TX 77901, or First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 417, Edna, TX 77957.
Arrangements are under the
direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
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Doris (Howard) Brooks, 74, of Edna, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023. Visitation will be Saturday, April 22, 2023 8-11 AM at Shiloh Baptist Church with Funeral Services to begin at 11 AM. Final arrangements entrusted to Cook-Butler Funeral Home 361-782-3821.
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Brother Brooks, ordained Deacon of the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church on January 23, 1966, had already committed his life to Christ and concerned about doing his Master’s Will. He was always concerned about God’s Church and the Church family. He lived a totally committed life, so committed that men came to Christ to claim him as their personal Saviour. Nothing was too hard or too little for him to do for the church. He was chairman of the Deacon Board, President Emeritus of the Brotherhood, Church Treasurer, Benevolent Chairman, member of the Pastor’s Aide and he served in many more positions as a member and lay leader of the Church. Before his illness, he was very dutiful in all positions he held and he served well. He has left a spiritual legacy to his family, the church and community will get to know his Saviour, so they too may join the Heavenly Host. Ned Brooks, Sr., the second child born to Sinclair and Melissa Griffin Brooks in Edna, Texas on July 15, 1915. He confessed Christ at an early age and united with the New Salem Baptist Church in Ganado under the leadership of Rev. P. L. White. During his adult years, he moved to Markham, Texas and joined Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church where he served faithfully and untiring even during his illness until he was totally disabled. His conversation was still about God’s Church. He married Lillie Allen on February 24, 1942 and this union remained until his death. A beautiful union it was for 44 years plus. Survivors are a loving devoted Christian wife, Mrs. Lillie Brooks, two sons, Maxwell Wright of Houston, and Ned Brooks, Jr. of Markham; 5 grandchildren, 2 daughters-in-law, one sister, Mrs. Nancy Christopher of San Antonio, three brothers, Riley and Curtis Brooks of Los Angeles, Calif., Rev. Leonard Brooks of La Marque, 2 step-sisters, Mrs. Nannie L. Miller of San Diego, Calif., Mrs. Millie Mae Brooks of Edna, two step-brothers, Charles A. Hill of Temple and Willie Hill of Bay City, a host of nieces, nephews and a number of cousins and friends. Funeral Program
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Allen Ethridge Brown, 86, of Lott, died Friday, October 27, 2023, in a Temple Hospital. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday in the Church of the Visitation in Westphalia. Rev. Darrell Kostiha will officiate. Burial will follow in Clover Hill Cemetery in Lott. Mr. Brown was born July 10, 1937 in Pasadena to Allen H. and Marie Pazie Brown. He grew up in in Edna and served in the U.S. Air Force. He married Mary Lynn Murphy who preceded him in death, and then married Carolyn Bentley Pinkston. He worked in the Biomedical Field and in the Oil Industry. He played minor league baseball in the Boston Red Sox Organization. He was a member of the Church of the Visitation in Westphalia. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Brown of Lott, one step- son, Robert Pinkston and wife Emma of Richardson, two grandchildren, Thomas Pinkston and Lauryn Pinkston, two nephews, Richard Darby and Tad Darby, and two nieces, Monica McMurtry and Terri Ashley. Rosary will be recited at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at the Church of the Visitation in Westphalia. Viewing will be from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Friday at Cook-Gerngross-Green-Patterson Funeral Home in Rosebud.
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Charles Nelson Brown was born March 2, 1873 and passed away at his home at Palacios, Texas, on the evening of June 14, 1936. He spent most of his boyhood around Taylor, Texas. For several years he lived in North Texas and moved with his parents to Jackson County, Texas, in 1894 where he lived continuously until he moved to Palacios in 1935, except for two years spent at Beeville. Mr. Brown was united in marriage to Miss Martha Rogers of Jackson County on November 11, 1912. To this happy union there were born four children. He became a member of the Louise Baptist Church thirty-five years ago. He was ordained a deacon by the Ganado Baptist Church in 1924. He was superintendent of the Ganado Sunday School for several years. Soon after moving to Palacios he became a member and a deacon in the First Baptist Church here. Mr. Brown’s home and place of service for many years was in the Whitehall community, between Ganado and Louise, here he was active in a community Sunday School and prayer meeting. He was a farmer and stock raiser. For a number of years he practiced veterinary in Jackson County. He was always an asset to the community in which he lived, waiting upon the sick and doing many things of kindness to those who were in need. Mr. Brown was a Royal Arch Mason, a member of the Beeville Chapter No. 191. Since making Palacios his home, he had been unable to do any work and has spent much of his time at the sport he loved so well, fishing. In this recreation he has made many friends who shall greatly mourn his going. The homelife of the Brown family has been an inspiring one. The devotion of the members of the family, one for the other, their simplicity and sincerity of living, in a hurried age, will lend stability and character to the children through the years to come. There survive his wife, Mrs. C. N. Brown, one daughter, Dixie, three sons, Frank , Leo and Travis; one brother, M. W. Brown of Palacios; five sisters, Mrs. John Hillyard, Deutschburg; Mrs. Ola Williams, Galveston; Mrs. A. C. Casper and Mrs. J. W. Ross both of Ganado, and Mrs. A. H. Weynandt, Louise.
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Kenneth Ray Brown passed away, Monday, Nov. 25, 2013 peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family. Kenneth was born on April 27, 1949 in Edna, Texas to the late Oscar Homer and Katherine Lenz Brown. Kenneth is survived by the mother of his children Kathy Brown; two daughters, Kristy Kelley and husband Wes, Kala Brown and Rafael Garcia; grandchildren, Ryan, Raylea and Katherine Kelley, Kynleigh and Ian Llanes, Izabella Garcia and a grandson expected in February ; sisters, Dorothy Brown, Diana Michalik and husband Charlie, Doris Malaer and husband Albert, Gloria Benner and husband Ronnie; brothers, Homer Brown and wife Cheryl, Ralph Brown and wife Mary Ann, Leslie Brown and wife Kay; caregiver Raquel Bran; numerous nieces and nephews and other loving relatives. Preceded in death by parents, and daughter Kimberly Brown. Funeral services 2:00 P.M. Friday, Nov. 29, 2013 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Burial to follow at Hawley Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-7:00P.M. Thursday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Serving as pallbearers, Matt Benner, Keith Brown, Charlie Michalik, Jr., Manny Alvarez, Mike Lagasse and Jesse Royall; serving as honorary pallbearers, Jackie Ray Smith and Jerry Kocurek.
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Leslie Jimmie Brown, affectionately known as Les, passed away on July 10, 2023 in Port Lavaca, TX at the age of 70. He was born on April 24, 1953 in Ganado TX to Oscar Homer and Catherine Lenz Brown. Les was intensely devoted to his family, which was not difficult for him. He was known to be one of the luckiest guys around, especially being married to his one and only, Verna Kay Wright Brown. He proudly celebrated a mind-blowing 50 years of marriage with her in September of 2022. Even down to his last days of his life, you knew his love for her did not grow dim. They endured much together. Their strong bond surely has inspired all who have met them. For decades, Les spent his professional career in the oilfield scene. Starting from the bottom (where the oil is!), he skillfully climbed the ladder and retired as foreman, making the West Ranch in Vanderbilt his stomping ground. Les had a knack for reeling in good times. In his younger years, you could find him racing cars and dancing. As the years went by, you could find him cruising along the coast or casting his line for the big catch. His wonderful personality kept friends and family hooked. While growing up, Dad was always one to look up to for advice and encouragement. This could have been strict or lenient, but we listened to it. Sometimes it may not have stuck but his discipline helped us be who we are today. As his son and daughter, we were blessed to have Les as our father. Dad worked tirelessly to raise us with the help from Mom. We are so thankful to have had Dad in our lives to have given us a loving home. Along with being a good husband and a good father, Les took on the beautiful role of being our Pop. Each of his grandchildren have a memory of their own to proclaim him “grandfather of the lifetime”. He had watched the older ones grow into the fine young adults that they are today and had enjoyed spending time with the younger ones at sporting events and the fair. Les is survived by his wife, Verna Kay; children, Jennifer Brown-Herrera and Keith Brown; grandchildren, Jacqueline Herrera, Justine (Jesse) Gauff, Joshua (Shelby) Herrera, Nicole Brown, Brice Brown and Blake Brown; and great-grandson, Cooper Herrera. He is also survived by his siblings, Dianna (Charlie) Michalik, Doris (Albert) Malaer, Homer (Cheryl) Brown and Gloria (Ronnie) Benner; sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Brown and Kathy Brown; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Les is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Dorothy Brown; brothers, Ralph and Kenneth Brown; as well as his in-laws, Vernon and Alice Wright. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 15, 2023 from 6-8PM at Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 3PM at Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home, with interment following at Hawley Cemetery in Blessing, Texas. He leaves us all with cherished memories, laughs, and swelling hearts, knowing that he made a lasting impact on those around him. His laughter will be missed, along with his bright happy eyes. Memorials may be sent to Point Comfort Methodist Church at PO Box 787, Point Comfort TX 77978. Thoughts and memories may be shared at www.richardsoncolonial.com.
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Funeral services for Mrs. Martha Brown were held Sunday, March 24, at 3 p. m. in the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Rayford Harris officiating. Interment was in the Palacios Cemetery. Martha Mary, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rogers, was born December 23, 1883, in Edna, Texas. Her father was tax assessor of Jackson County for 32 years. She was united in marriage with Charles Nelson Brown, a prominent farmer, rancher and veterinarian of Jackson County, on November 24, 1912. They lived on a farm in the Whitehall community, near Ganado, for 21 years before moving to Palacios in 1933. For the past 30 years she had lived at 100 Welch Avenue. Her husband preceded her in death in June, 1936. She was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church, having superintendent of the nursery, and adult Sunday School teacher, having taught her class the Sunday before her death. She was also an active member of the Tres Palacios Garden Club, Wednesday Club and the Eastern Star Chapter of Ganado. She became ill at her home Thursday, March 21 and was taken to the home of her son, Frank Brown in Bay City and was moved to the hospital there Friday morning. Her condition became rapidly grave and she passed away at 3 a. m. Saturday, March 23. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Loyd M. Chapman of Marlin; three sons, Frank N. Brown of Bay City; Leo R. Brown of Groves and Travis W. Brown of Houston; one brother, John T. Rogers of San Antonio; three sisters, Mrs. Earl Martin, of San Juan, Texas; Mrs. W. G. Gayle, of La Ward, Mrs. G. A. Bird, of West Palm Beach, Fla.; eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Palacios Beacon,
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Thomas Jerome "Jerry"
Browning Thomas Jerome Browning of Edna, Texas known by most as Jerry, some by his CB Handle of Sodbuster, passed away on April 30th, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin Browning and Juanita Koop Browning, his first wife Lajuana, and his second wife, Linda. Jerry is survived by his brother, Pat Browning, his sisters, Susan Young and Betty Lynch, his son Tommy, daughter-in-law, Laure, his daughter Stacy, son-in-law, Mark Powell, his grandchildren, Matthew, Morgan, and Gracie Browning, Amanda and Sara Powell, and a great grandson, Eneko, and many, many cousins and friends. Jerry was born on November 21st, 1947 at his home in Edna, where he continued to live for 75 years. He served his country that he loved very much in the U.S. Army in Vietnam and then returned home to work with his family farming, and then continued farming on his own. He worked hard for his family, and whenever he could, he would retreat to his deer lease where he spent time enjoying the outdoors, hunting, and spending time with family and friends. Jerry loved spending time with his family, and his church family as a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Edna his entire life. We are all comforted in knowing that he had a relationship with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, that he is no longer in pain or suffering, that he is with his other loved ones who passed before him, and that all of us saved by the Grace of Jesus, will see him again in heaven for eternity. Jerry's family and church will host a memorial service on Tuesday, May 2nd at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Edna with a visitation to begin at 10:00 am, Services will immediately follow at 11:00 am, and a lunch in the fellowship hall at noon. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church. Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St, Edna, Texas, 361-782-2152
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Mrs. William Buckley died suddenly at their home on the Bussell ranch, two miles from Carancahua, about six o’clock Sunday morning, March 30. The family came here from Paw Paw, Mich., for her health, Jan. 6, 1912. She leaves her husband, a son and young daughter. Funeral services were held Monday, March 31, followed by interment at Palacios cemetery. Palacios Beacon, April 11, 1913 Card of Thanks We take this means of expressing our gratitude to the many who came to our assistance in our sorrow at the sudden death of wife and mother. Verily, “There is nothing so kingly as kindness.” William Buckley, Harry Buckley, Alice Buckley Palacios Beacon, April 4, 1913 [Note: Mrs. Buckley was the daughter of Bela Dewey Thompson and Charlotte Olivia Sutton Thompson. She married William H. Buckley on October 18, 1883 in Paw Paw, Van Buren County, Michigan.
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Ruth Ann Budd, at the age of 80, earned her heavenly wings on Saturday, August 5, 2023. Ruth Ann was born in Victoria on August 8, 1942 to Arthur Kramer and Josephine Kramer. Ruth Ann married the love of her life, Douglas Budd on June 9, 1962, and together they raised their three children. She is survived by her husband, Douglas Budd, daughter, Kimberly Budd, her son, James Budd and his wife Celeste, her four grandchildren, Nathan Budd and his wife Alyson, Colton Budd, Waylon Budd and Amanda Budd, and her two great grandchildren, Braxton Budd and Brynlee Budd. Ruth Ann is also survived by her brother, Vernon and his wife Ruth Kramer, her niece April and her husband Derek Andreas, their children, Kivan and Branwen. She has been preceded in death by her father, Arthur Kramer, mother, Josephine Gerdes Kramer Kutchka, her step-father, Robert Kutchka and her daughter, Susan Budd. Services will be held on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 10:00 am at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Steve Borowicz officiating. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna, Texas 77957, 361-782-2152.
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Genevieve Lucille Matus Buenger, 88, passed away on July 27,
2023. She was born on October 31, 1934 in Ganado to the Otto O.
and Sophie Sablatura Matus. She was a member of the Catholic
Daughters.
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Mark Edmond Bures, 75, of
El Campo, passed away April 10, 2023. He was born on December 6,
1947, to the late Edmond Gabriel Bures and Henrietta Schmidt
Bures of Ganado, Texas.
He was preceded in death
by his parents; wife of 28 years, Claudia Buley Bures and
brother-in-law, Jarrell Beard.
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Flossie Lorene Burns, 57, of Edna died Friday in the Citizens Memorial Hospital in Victoria. She was born May 19, 1922, in White City and had been a resident in Van Vleck and Bay City for 10 years, before moving to Edna five years ago. She was a member of the Edna Pentecostal Church. Survivors include two daughters, Letha Ferguson, Victoria and Paula Burns, both of Edna; two sisters, Tiny Dool, Hubbard and Mae Burke, Houston; five brothers, Sherman Redd, Odessa, Jay Redd, Beaumont, Edward Redd, Edna, and Nick Redd of New York City, N. Y.; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 10 am Monday in the Taylor Brothers Funeral Home Chapel with the C. J. Shields officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Van Vleck under the direction of the Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.
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Funeral services were held at the Church of Christ at Palacios Tuesday at 10:30 a. m. for Nathan Weldon "Buttermilk" Burt, 58, oil field contractor, who was found dead in his bay house on Carancahua Bay Sunday. Death was due to natural causes. His home was at LaWard. Carl Vernon officiated and burial was in the Palacios Cemetery under the direction of the Slavik Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Sam Harrison, Buckshot Lane, Eaph Mathieson, Herman Moore, Charles Schaedel, Honley Sears, J. J. Hunt, and Porter Stevens. Mr. But was widely known throughout this section and particularly in Edna and Jackson County. Surviving are his wife, Georgia Etta Burt; two sons, John Weldon and George Harris Burt of Louise, and a daughter, Mrs. Margaret Schiecke of LaWard. He was born Nov. 14, 1894, in Bee County. He came to this county in 1937 from Bay City.
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EDNA--Gerald Harry Butters, 76, of Edna, died Friday, Dec. 8, 2000.
He was born Feb. 23, 1924, in Elmira, N. Y. to the late Harry E. and Josephine Jaynes Butters. He was a retired sheet rocker and a member of Lolita Methodist Church. He was a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II, and a member of the American Legion of Blessing and the VFW of Ganado.
Survivors: daughter, Marion Pawelek of Jourdanton; sister, Joanne Tinker of Horsehead, N. Y.; and two grandchildren.
Preceded in death by: wife, Mary Ann Reichardt Butters; parents.
Services will be 10 a. m. Monday at Lolita Methodist Church, the Rev. Allen Delafield officiating.
Burial will be at Hawley Cemetery. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.
Victoria Advocate,
December 2000 |
