Daniel Louis Kallus

Daniel Louis Kallus, 72, of Ganado, went to be with our Lord on Monday, July 23, 2018. He was born at home in LaSalle, Texas on Sunday, August 26, 1945 to Emil and Mary Steffek Kallus.

Daniel grew up in Edna where he graduated from Edna High School in 1963 and went on to attend Wharton County Junior College, earning an Associate’s degree, before pursuing a degree in Agricultural Education at Sam Houston State University, where he graduated in May 1968.

Daniel became a biology teacher at Port Lavaca ISD for one year. On May 31, 1969 he married his high school sweetheart and love of his life, Mary Ann Juranek at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna, and together they moved to Houston, where he worked as a lab technician for Baroid Chemical for one year. During that time, he enlisted in the Army National Guard and served as a field radio mechanic from November 1969 to June 1975, when he was honorably discharged.

He was most appreciated by the staff and students of Sam Rayburn High School in Pasadena, where he taught agriculture for four years. In 1976, having had enough of the “Big City Life”, he moved his family back to Edna to be closer to family and get back to his farming roots.  Soon, he began to farm, and pursue his love of woodworking, where he enjoyed making a living doing carpentry work for others. After a few years, he finally settled his family in Ganado, where he would then share his passion for farming with his two sons, who have both followed in his footsteps.

Daniel was a loving, husband, father and grandfather. He was very dedicated and worked hard over the years to provide for his family. Throughout his life, up until his last day, he taught his children the value of hard work. He demonstrated that you can do anything that you set your mind to. He was a “Jack of all trades, and Master of none”. He did everything from building cabinets and furniture and harvesting truckloads of pecans to building barns and putting up his own grain storage bins, all while farming his own land.  He even built the house they lived in with his own two hands, with one son by his side, while the other tended the crops in the field. He could and would fix anything and everything. He repaired his own farming equipment, maintained his own automobiles, did his own welding, plumbing and electrical work and he even dug his own irrigation wells and helped install his pivot system. He even took time to repair his grandkids’ bikes and toys and built them a homemade swing set in his backyard.

When the day’s work was done, he cherished the time spent with family. There was not a better day in his life than when he was able to spend it with “his pride and joy” –  his children and grandchildren.  His grandchildren adored their “Popo”.  He also enjoyed travelling with his family, going on hunting trips with close friends and relatives, and watching the Cowboys and Aggies play.

Daniel was a devoted Catholic and an active member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council #3204.

Daniel is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Mary Ann Juranek Kallus; their sons, Teddy Kallus and wife, Rona of Port Lavaca; Mark Kallus and wife, Jennifer of Ganado; daughter, Judy Bradicich and husband, Mark of Sugarland; his 10 grandchildren, Kyngslea Kallus of Port Lavaca; Sydney Kallus, Gianna Kallus, Bella Grace Kallus, Gabriel Kallus, and Xavier Kallus of Ganado; Susanna Bradicich, Lauren Bradicich, Adam Bradicich, and Christopher Bradicich of Sugarland; brothers, Albert Kallus (Betty) and Eugene Kallus (Linda) of Edna; and Harvey Kallus (Claudia) of Victoria.  Daniel has been preceded in death by his parents, his brother, John “Johnny” Kallus, and his grandson, Isaac Mark Kallus.

Visitation was held on Friday, July 27 from 5-7 p.m., with a Rosary being recited at 6 p.m. at the Ganado Funeral Home Chapel.  The Funeral Mass was held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 28 at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Ganado with Father Kirby Hlavaty officiating. Burial immediately followed at the Assumption Catholic Cemetery.

Pallbearers were David Kallus, Dennis Kallus, Russell Kallus, Gary Greathouse, Larson Steffek, Lance Steffek, Rian Juranek, Eric Juranek.  Honorary Pallbearers were:  Albert Kallus, Eugene Kallus, Harvey Kallus, Gerald Kucera, Albert Steffek, Leonard Steffek, James Steffek, Edwin Juranek, Carl Greathouse, Tommy Boepple, Matthew Boepple, Maurice Glover, Kyle Glover.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that a memorial contribution be made in his name to the “maintenance fund” of Assumption Catholic Church P.O. Box 369, Ganado, TX  77962 or to the charity of your choice.

Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 361-771-2120.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, August 1, 2018
 

Rachel Viola Kanak

Rachel Viola Kanak, of Edna, Texas, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2017, at the age of 92. She was born in Kinder, La. on Nov. 10, 1924, to the late Fred West Hassett and Caroline Bell Hassett.

Viola was a loving sister, aunt and dear friend who will be truly missed.

Viola is survived by her sister, Beulah Hassett Wiener; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to her parents, Viola is preceded in death by her husband, Felix Kanak; daughter, Linda Joyce Kanak; sister, Lena Mae Morton; brother, Harless Fred Hassett.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, July 11, from 1 to 2 p.m., with a funeral service to begin at 2 p.m. in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Burial to follow in the Gardens of Memories Cemetery in El Campo. Rev. Mr. Bybee will be officiating.

Pallbearers were Kelvin Morton, Shelton Morton, Charlie Morton, Warren Morton, Wesley Morton, Keith Peoples, Russell Swanson, and Joe Vitera.

Honorary pallbearers were Benjamin Johnston, Shannon Hassett, and Harvin Suggs.

Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221. www.oaklawnfhednatx.com.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, July 12, 2017
 

Garry Eric Kaspar

Garry Eric Kaspar, 40, of Ganado, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018. He was born Thursday, Nov. 10, 1977 in Ganado to Lawrence Kaspar Sr. and Inez Benavides Kaspar.

After graduating from Ganado High School he went on to graduate from Texas A&M Kingsville with a degree in biology, plus two years at University of Texas Health Science Medical School. Garry was a very smart and loving young man, he will be dearly missed by all who knew him and loved him.

He is survived by his parents; daughter Morgan Elizabeth Kaspar; son Keaton Eric Kaspar; sister Erica Kaspar; and brother Lawrence Kaspar Jr. and wife Cathy.

Garry is preceded in death by his grandparents Alfred Benavides Sr, Ines Benavides and Syl and Clara Kaspar.

There will be a memorial service on Saturday, March 10 beginning with a Rosary at 9:30 a.m. and Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at Assumption Catholic Church in Ganado with Rev. Kirby Hlavaty officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery.

Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 771-2120.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, March 14, 2018
 

Jacqueline Kaspar

Jacqueline “Jackie” Denice Kaspar, 53, of Lufkin, passed away Sept. 1, 2017. Jackie was born Jan. 26, 1964 in Ganado, Texas to Connie Nell Bowen Kaspar and the late Frank William Kaspar.

Jackie was a fun-loving, free-spirited individual. She could instantly light up a room, was quick to laugh, and had a huge heart full of love for her family and friends. She always made time to call for every birthday. Jackie had an appreciation for a good home cooked meal. She lived life simply and enjoyed fishing and bingo. She was enlisted in the Army from 1989-1997 serving in Germany and Somalia. She was employed by Dibold Correctional Facility.

Jackie is survived by her mother, Connie Kaspar; sisters, Teresa Sweatman (Mel) of Boerne, Kathy Franklin (Jim) of Rosenberg, Arlene Tracy (Randy) of Argonia, Kansas; her best friend of 20 years, Paula Besich and numerous nieces and nephews.

Jackie is preceded in death by her father, and brother, Frankie Dewayne Kaspar.

Visitation was held Thursday, Sept. 7, from 9 to 10 a.m. A funeral service was at 10 a.m. with Rev. Gary Janak officiating. Burial with full military honors immediately followed at Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Thomas Franklin, Cody Sweatman, Chris Williams, Jon Pape, Mark Spears and Terry Hinze.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Relay for Life.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, September 13, 2017
 

Karl Keith

Karl A. Keith, Sr., 58, passed away Friday, Nov. 1, 2013. Born August 12, 1955 in Ganado to Georgia Keith and the late Robert Keith. Karl was a maintenance technician for Inteplast Group.

He is survived by his wife, Rhonda, a daughter, Chandra Keith, two sons, Karl Keith Jr. and Kolton Keith; sister, Shirley Kloesel and husband Chad; and nine grandchildren.

Visitation was held Sunday evening, Nov. 3 at Slavik Funeral Home and a graveside service was held Monday, Nov. 4 at 3 p. m. at the Red Bluff Cemetery.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, Wednesday, November 6, 2013
 

Mrs. E. Keizer - Louisa Broughton Keizer
Aged Lady Dead

Edna, Texas, May 5.--Died at her home in Edna yesterday at 2 o'clock, Mrs. E. Keizer, aged 74 years. Mrs. Keizer has long been a resident of this county, and leaves a large connection and hosts of friends to mourn her loss.

Houston Post, May 6, 1904
 

Douglas Kelley

Douglas “Doug” Alexander Kelley, of Edna, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2017. He was born on February 12, 1950, in Gonzales, Texas to the late Homer Kelley and Alma Gloor Kelley.

Doug was a very active person in the Jackson County Community. He was a former Marine, retired Army Sergeant, and Paramedic/Firefighter for several years. He was Santa for a lot of people. Doug was also an active participant in the Run for the Wall Organization. He had a wonderful personality that will never be forgotten. Doug was a loving companion, father, brother, co-worker, uncle and dear friend that will be truly missed.

Doug is survived by his loving companion of 20 years, Shirley Olsovsky Kubecka; daughter, Andrea Kelley; son, Doug Anthony Kelley; step-daughters, Jennifer Kubecka Chandler (Jason), Stacy Kubecka Cornejo (John); step-son, Brandon Kubecka (Candace); sister, Paula Baulderston; brother, Don Kelley; grandchildren, Nikki Kelley, Ian Chandler, Ava Chandler, Blaine Cornejo, Payson Cornejo, and Grace Kubecka; his favorite dog Louie; numerous nieces and nephews.

Doug is preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation was April 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 5, in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be held immediately following in Gonzales at the Herman Sons Cemetery.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Edna Volunteer Fire Department, 105 N. Allen St., Edna, Texas 77957.
Pallbearers will be Edna Fire Department. Honorary pallbearers are Buster Chase, Gary Young, and the City Council of Edna.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, April 5, 2018
 

Mrs. Christine Kelton

Edna—Mrs. Christine Mae Kelton, 55, died at her residence here Monday at 11 a. m. after a long illness.

Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 3 p. m. from Edna Methodist Church with the Rev. J. W. Griffin officiating and burial will be in Red Bluff Cemetery under direction of Slavik Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Don Latimer, Clyde Latimer, Joe Terry, Don Lawrence, Lester Billings and Herbert Smith.

A native of Victoria County, born Dec. 11, 1908, Mrs. Kelton had been a resident of Jackson County for 51 years.

Survivors include her father, Charles Gerni of Edna; her husband, R. G. Kelton of Edna; a daughter, Mrs. Rebecca Matusek of Edna; a son, Freddie Kelton of Lolita; a sister, Mrs. Pauline Carlton of Lolita; a grandson, Laddie Matusek, and a granddaughter, Martha Kelton.

Victoria Advocate, Tuesday, April 9, 1963
 

John King

Edna—John King, 92, of Edna, died Monday, July 9, 2001.

He was born March 22, 1909, in Lankin, Miss. He was a retired heavy equipment operator and a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.

Visitation will begin at 9 a. m. today at Cook-Butler Funeral Home chapel.

Services will be 3 p. m. today at Cook-Butler Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. G. L. Roberts officiating.

Burial will be at Sayles Cemetery. Cook-Butler Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-3821.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, July 13, 2001
 

Arlene E. Klaus

Lolita—Arlene Elizabeth Klaus, 65, of Lolita, died Monday in a Port Lavaca hospital following a lengthy illness.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p. m. Wednesday at the First Baptist Church of Lolita with the Rev. Roy Meadows, pastor, officiating.

Burial will follow in Red Bluff Cemetery under the direction of Slavik Funeral Home.

Mrs. Klaus was born in Red Bluff July 17, 1920. She was housewife and member of First Baptist Church of Lolita.

She is survived by her husband, Charlie Klaus of Lolita. The couple was married in Red Bluff Oct. 13, 1935.

Surviving, in addition to her husband, are a daughter, Karen Freeman of Angleton; a son, Dwayne M. Klaus of Plano; two sister, Jeanette Hamilton of Seadrift and Hilda McFeron of Newgulf; a brother, Tracy Woodruff of Hull; five grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Billy and Joe Hamilton, Mark Baca, Wayne Argo, Ernest Meyer and Chad Batterton.

Victoria Advocate, Tuesday, November 12 & 13, 1985
 

Funeral Rites Held At Red Bluff Church For Julius Klaus

Funeral services were held at Red Bluff Baptist Church at 2:00 p. m. Saturday for Mr. Julius Klaus, 83, who died at his home on January 27, 1956 following an extended illness.

Rev. Frank Hollan, assisted by Rev. A. M. Averett, had charge of the services and burial was in the Red Bluff Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Don Hollar, Alfred Klaus, R. V. Klaus, Wilfred Eberhardt, Albert Schlitzkus and Alfred Wolff.

Mr. Klaus was born Oct. 25, 1872, in Lacium, Texas and had lived in Jackson County since 1924. He was a member of the Red Bluff Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Frieda Klaus, and four sons: J. W. Klaus, Grover Klaus and Charlie Klaus of Lolita and Edward Klaus, Point Comfort; two daughters, Mrs. V. A. Rickaway, El Campo, and Mrs. Buford Carnes, Lolita. Also one sister, Mrs. Lillie Heine of Burton, Texas, and one brother, Charlie Klaus, Houston; and eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Edna Herald, Thursday, February 2, 1956
 

Tony W. Knight

Edna—Tony Walter Knight, 41, of Edna, died Wednesday, July 30, 2003.

He was born May 3, 1962, in Wichita Falls, to Robert Knight of Gainesville and Betty Simms Knight of Oklahoma City. He was a cook in the restaurant industry and a member of Scruggs United Methodist Church.

Survivors: sisters, Jackie Knight of Arlington, Candy Parker of Midwest City, Okla., Courtney Jones of Vickie Jackson, both of Gainesville; and brother, James Lewis II of Gainesville.

Visitation will be 1 – 7 p. m. Thursday at Cook-Butler Funeral Home chapel.

Services will be 11 a. m. Friday at Scruggs Chapel United Methodist Church the Rev. Martin Williams officiating.

Burial will be Sayles Cemetery. Cook-Butler Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-3821.

Victoria Advocate, Wednesday, August 6, 2003
 

Billie "Joyce" Knopp

Billie "Joyce" Knopp, 84, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2017. She was born June 14, 1932 in Yoakum to the late Joseph A. and Ruth Terry Munson.

Joyce was retired from the Jackson County Library after 19 years of service. She and her husband Alton have been members of Hope Baptist Church for 62 years.

Survivors are her husband of 65 years, Alton Knopp of Edna; daughter, Karen Castellow of Danbury; sons, Dick Knopp of Edna and Rex Knopp (Sarah) of Inez; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Lillian Williams and Betty Loyce Stevens; brother. J.A. (Bub) Munson.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Monday, March 27 at Thiele Cooper Funeral Home in Yoakum.

Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 28 at Thiele Cooper Funeral with Rev. Tim Williams officiating. Burial to follow at Salem Cemetery.

Pallbearers are her grandsons, Michael Castellow, Kristofer and Will Knopp, Kody and Ryan Watkins; great-grandsons, Mikey, Trenton and Quinton Kelley.

Honorary pallbearers are granddaughters, Drina Knopp and Melissa Kelley; great-granddaughters, Katie Knopp, Courtney Kelley and Nicole Castellow.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hope Baptist Church Building Fund.

Arrangements under the direction of Thiele Cooper Funeral Home, Yoakum, 361-293-5656.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, March 29, 2017
 

Herbert Koch

La Ward—Funeral services for Herbert William Koch, 64, will be held at 4 p. m. Sunday at the Jackson County Funeral chapel in Edna. The Rev. Larry Lancaster will officiate.

Burial will be in the Red Bluff Cemetery near Lolita under direction of Jackson County Funeral Service. Nephews will serve as pallbearers.

Mr. Koch was a native of DeWitt County, and a retired Alcoa employee. He died Friday in a Wharton hospital. He was a veteran of World War II and member of the American Legion.

Victoria Advocate, Sunday, September 23, 1979
 

J. B. Kolar

 J. B. Kolar passed away Jan. 9, 2018, at the age of 91. He was born in Fort Bend County, Texas on June 25, 1926, to John and Annie Kolar. With his family, J.B. moved to LaSalle (then Bennview) when he was a baby, attended school in LaSalle, lived in Vanderbilt for a short while with his wife and baby son, and then returned to LaSalle where he lived his life until he became a resident at Southbrooke Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Edna.

J. B. was a farmer, served in the Army at the end of World War II, worked on oil rigs, and worked for Alcoa for 29 years before retiring in 1986. He married Virginia Ricketts Smith on June 16, 1949. They had two children – Jerome and Deanna. J.B. enjoyed fishing and playing dominoes, and was a member of the Vanderbilt Presbyterian church where he served as an elder for many years. He was also a member of SPJST, a Czech fraternal organization. Last year, he received a 75-year membership pen. J.B. and Virginia took several bus tours over the years, seeing just about every state except Hawaii and Alaska.

J. B. is preceded in death by his parents, wife of 68 years Virginia Kolar, brothers Eugene Kolar and Calvin Kolar, sister Dorothy Mowrey, and brother-in-laws Bill Short and Walter Mowrey.

J. B. is survived by his son Jerome Donald Kolar, daughter Deanna Kolar Warner, daughter-in-law Linda Wofford Kolar, son-in-law Marc Warner, grandchildren Christopher Kolar (wife Melissa), Chastity Kolar, and Brad Martin (fiancé Leigh McKitrick), two great-grandchildren Waverly Kolar and Keiland Kolar, sister Leona Short, sister-in-laws Ruth Kolar and JoAnn Tullis, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Things that we will remember about our father and grandfather – his interest in weather and concern for hurricanes, his feeding of hundreds of hummingbirds, his dry sense of humor like telling his grandson that J.B. stood for June Bug and teaching his grandkids how to snap a towel (usually on their bottoms), his enjoyment of fishing – especially for red fish, and his skill at dominoes. And, we will always remember that J. B.’s idea of organic gardening was to use coffee grounds and Sevin Dust!

A graveside service was held at the LaSalle cemetery. 

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, February 7, 2018
 

Anton A. Konvicka

Edna—Anton Alfens Konvicka, 84, of Edna died Tuesday, Nov. 21, 1995.

He was born Nov. 19, 1911, in Wallace [Wallis] to the late Anton and Karolina Stavinoha Konvicka. He married the former Frances Albina Kazmir on Oct. 11, 1937, in Rosenberg Holy Rosary Church. He was formerly employed by Allison’s Distributing Co., and Clark’s Service Station. Mr. Konvicka was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church.

Survivors: wife, Frances Konvicka; daughter, Georgia A. Gerdes of Edna and two granddaughters.

Preceded in death by: sisters, Emily Niver and Mary Starry and brothers, Frank Konvicka, John Konvicka and Emil Konvicka.

Services will be held at 2 p. m. Friday at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna, the Rev. Michael O’Shaughnessy officiating.

Burial will be at Memory Gardens Cemetery, Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, (800) 214-2152

Victoria Advocate, November 23, 1995
 

Billie Rae Koop

Billie Rae Koop, 85, of Edna passed away surrounded by her family on April 5, 2018. She was born Feb. 21, 1933 in Edna to Jim and Gertrude Tate Cadwell.

She is survived by her husband, George Koop; son, Bobby Koop (Nancy); daughters, Phyllis Rogers (Ross), Sheri Hajovsky (Jeff), and Mitzi Hunt (James); grandchildren, Jennifer Koop, Micky Anderson, Kelli Koop, Kristi Vivaldi, Jayme Hunt, Mendi Wellborn, Brittany Toman, Kayla Randolph and Brandi Hajovsky and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Don Cadwell.

A viewing was held on Tuesday, April 10 from 9-10 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Edna. Funeral services were at 10 a.m. at the church with Pastor Andy Schroer officiating. Burial followed in Red Bluff Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Taylor Randolph, Micky Anderson, Eric Wellborn, Mike Vivaldi, Seth Wellborn, Mike Vivaldi, SethHunt, Nicolas Cantu and Hunter Vivaldi. Honorary Pallbearers were Jerry, Robert, Pat and Carl Browning, Wayne Koop, William Gavranovic, Charlie Toman, John Minks, Bill Lynch and Lee Young.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church to be used for counseling services offered.

Services under the direction of Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home, Port Lavaca.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, April 11, 2018
 

James Koop Sr.

James Koop Sr., 83, of Edna passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 11 in Victoria. James was born on Sept. 21, 1934 in Koop Settlement, Jackson County, Texas to George Dietrich Koop and Caroline Kleim Koop.

James is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia Fitch Koop; his children, Tammy (Alan) Harvey, Sandy (Craig) Jackson, James E. Koop Jr. (Sheila) and Marcy Ward (David); their 12 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; sisters Elnora Schubert, Pearl Symmank, and Norris Fitzpatrick; and brother George Koop.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Virgil, Ewald, and Walter Koop; sisters Alice Roberson, Juanita Browning, and Natalie Crawford.

There was a visitation on Friday, Sept. 14 at Redeemer Lutheran Church at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 10 a.m. with Rev. Andrew Schroer officiating. Interment followed in the Salem Cemetery in Ezzell.

Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, Edna. 361-782-2152.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, September 19, 2018
 

Virgil Frank Koop

Virgil Frank Koop, 90, of Hewitt, passed away Thursday, March, 31, 2011. He was born August 8, 1920 in Edna, to the late George Koop and Caroline Kliem Koop. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Edna and he was a rice farmer and a welder. Virgil was in the U.S Army, WWII. He loved hunting and fishing with his son and grandchildren.

He is survived by his daughter, Deborah Virginia Kirk; son, Douglas Virgil and Paulette Koop of Hewitt, sisters; Elnora Schubert, Natalie Crawford, Pearl Symmank, and Noris Fitzpatrick; brothers, Ewalt Koop, George Koop and James Koop, five grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

Virgil was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Virginia Koop, brother, Walter Koop and sisters; Juanita Browning and Alice Roberson.

Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Saturday, April 2, 2011, at Slavik Funeral Chapel. Funeral will be 3 p.m. Sunday, April 3, 2011 at St. Paul Lutheran Church with Rev. Paul Kaiser officiating, burial will follow immediately after services at Red Bluff Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Dee Fitzpatrick, Bobbie Koop, George Koop, Larry Koop, Wayne Koop and James Koop. Honorary pallbearers are Doug Symmank, Dale Crawford, Jimmie Koop and Ewald Koop.

Victoria Advocate, October 19, 2012
 

Mrs. Eunice Kouns

Portland—Mrs. Eunice Sappington Kouns, 47, of Portland, native and former resident of Edna, died Tuesday morning at her home following a long illness..

Graveside services will be held at 4 p. m. Wednesday at Red Bluff Cemetery near Lolita with the Rev. J. A. Munson, Jr., pastor of Baptist Temple of Edna, officiating. Maxwell P. Dunne Funeral Home of Portland is in charge of arrangements.

Survivors include her husband, Michael Kouns; a son David Fouts of Portland; a sister, Kathy Bush of Crosby, Texas; and six brothers, Claude E. Sappington Jr. of Edna, H. L. and Max Sappington, both of Decatur, Ark.; Jerry B. Sappington of Sacramento, Calif., Jackie Sappington of Speaks, and Perry Sappington of Houston.

Victoria Advocate, Wednesday, June 8, 1983
 

Jeanette Hahn Kramer

Jeanette Hahn Kramer, 73, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. She was born on Thursday, January 20, 1944 in Ganado to Richard and Lillian Hahn.

She is survived by her sons Richard E. Kramer of Victoria and Ronnie L. Kramer of Victoria, and her daughter Tonia R. Kramer Coffman and husband Bradley E. Coffman of Cedar Park; her granddaughter Lauren V. Coffman of Chicago, Ill., grandson Matthew B. Kramer, and her sister Nettie M. Hahn Weaver and husband James L Weaver of Sargent, Texas.

She is preceded in death by her mother and father Richard William Hahn and Lillian Marie Kucera Hahn, her brother Ronnie Richard Hahn and her sister Lorraine Mae Hahn.

Visitation will be Friday, April 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Ganado Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be Saturday, April 22, at 2 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church with Pastor Chris Heinold officiating, and interment will immediately follow at Ganado City Cemetery.

Contributions may be made to St. James Lutheran Church, Ganado.

Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 361-771-2120.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, April 26, 2017
 

Edward J. Krejci

EDNA - Edward J. Krejci, of Edna, was called by the Lord on Friday, Nov. 14, 2008, at the age 78. He was born on June 3, 1930, in Shiner, to the late Charles and Mary Tech Krejci.

Edward retired from barbering after over 40 years. He served in the Navy and was an active member of his church and the Knights of Columbus. He was a "people person" who had a great sense of humor and enjoyed telling stories and jokes. There was nothing he liked better than talking…sometimes arguing…politics with friends. He liked to cook meals for his family, that were always followed by several games of dominoes, many of which he won!

Edward is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Jeanette Krejci of Edna; daughter, Kathy Johnson of Edna; son, Mark Krejci of Sugar Land; brothers, Arlen Krejci and wife Daisy of Katy, Charles Krejci and wife Mary of Pasadena; sister-in-law, Laurine Krejci; and grandchildren, T.J. Johnson and Zakary Krejci.

Edward was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mary Krejci; granddaughter, Sara Elizabeth Krejci; and brothers, Milton and Harvey Krejci.

A celebration of Edward's life will be held with a visitation from 5-7 p.m. today, Nov. 18, in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19, with a rosary recital preceding at 9:30, in the St. Agnes Catholic Church of Edna. Interment will follow in Red Bluff Cemetery. The Rev. Michael Petering will be officiating.

Pallbearers are T.J. Johnson, Richard Johnson, Jake Meador, John Marek, Albert Andel, and Jack Beasley.
Honorary pallbearers are Tony Gerdes, Alvin Blanar, and the members of Supper Club.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of South Texas, 605 E. Locust Avenue, Victoria, Texas 77901.

Special thanks go to Cindy Thomas, Debra Wright, and Audrey Sprague of Hospice of South Texas. Also special thanks to his caregivers, Linda (Garrison) and Jack Beasley, and family friend, Rhonda Meador.

Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna, 361-782-2221.

Victoria Advocate, Tuesday, November 18, 2008
 

Jeanette Krejci

Jeanette Krejci, of Edna, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at the age of 74.  She was born May 5, 1938 in Shiner to the late James and Mary Braun Jaks.

Jeanette was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and she will be missed dearly.

She is survived by her daughter, Kathy Johnson of Edna; son, Mark Krejci, of Sugarland; grandchildren, T.J. Johnson and Zak Krejci.

Jeanette is preceded in death by her parents, husband of 50 years, Edward Krejci; sisters, Evelyn Vincik and Joyce Jaks; brother, Walter Jaks.

Visitation will be 5-7 pm, with Rosary at 7 pm, Thursday, April 18 at 7 p.m., at Oaklawn Funeral Home. A funeral mass will be Friday, April 19, 2013, at 10:30 am at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna. Rev. Michael Petering will be officiating. Burial will follow at Red Bluff Cemetery. 

Pallbearers will be T.J. Johnson, Jack Beasley, John Marek, Charles Sheblak, Francis Blanchard, Albert Andel.

Honorary pallbearer will be Bobby Sheblak.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4401 Lilac, Victoria, Texas 77904.

Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna 361-782-2221.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, April 24, 2013
 

Dorothy Kroll

Dorothy L. Kroll, 81, passed away Monday, Nov. 13, 2017. She was born Jan. 6, 1936 in Burleson County, Texas to the late Henry and Annie Brinkman Schultz.

Survivors include her husband, Charles Kroll, Jr. of Edna; daughter, Tresa Isbell of Danbury; sons, Michael Kroll of Pasadena and Greg Kroll of Mont Belvieu; brother, Fred Schultz of Edna; 4 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Visitation was Nov. 16, at Rosewood Funeral Chapels. A Rosary was recited at 7 p.m. The Mass of Christian burial was held Nov.17, at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna. Burial followed at Memory Gardens of Edna.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of South Texas, 605 E. Locust Street, Victoria, TX 77901.

Arrangements under the direction of Rosewood Funeral Chapel, Victoria, 573-4656.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, November 22, 2017
 

Dr. William "Bill" Henry Kubecka

PALACIOS - Dr. William "Bill" Henry Kubecka was born on July 18, 1948 in El Campo, Texas, to Oswald and Martha Kubecka. He passed away on April 30, 2018 peacefully in his home in Palacios, TX. Bill was a veterinarian, farming advocate, avid outdoorsman, and dedicated family man. Faith, family, friends and hard work were the cornerstones of Bill's life. Bill was raised the 5th of 12 brothers on the family farm near Deutschburg, Texas. Bill was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Palacios. He was member of the Palacios High School 2A State Champion Football team in 1964 and the 1968 Texas A&M Cotton Bowl Championship Team. He was a founding member of the Texas A&M University Letterman's Association. A 1971 graduate of Texas A&M Veterinary School, Bill and his wife Maxine built and opened the Palacios Veterinary Clinic. His true passion was for farming, which he continued his entire life. He was an advocate for agriculture and served as Texas Sorghum Association President; National Sorghum Producers President and Chairman of Legislative Committee; U.S. Grains Council Director; and United Sorghum Checkoff Board Member. His advocacy for farming issues led to him testifying in front of Congress numerous times and was instrumental in the passing of the 1996 and 2002 Farm Bills. Even though he always worked hard in business and his advocacy efforts, family and friends were always center in his life. He was a passionate hunter and fisherman who loved sharing these hobbies, especially with his grandkids. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Oswald and Martha Kubecka; and brother Bruce Kubecka. Bill is survived by his wife of 48 years Maxine Rogers Kubecka of Palacios; son Mark Kubecka and wife Amy of Palacios, son Wade Kubecka and wife Leslie of Inez, son Byron Head and wife Mendi of Tulsa, OK; grandchildren Avery, Ty, Ansley, Kade and Madison Kubecka and Bailey Head; brothers and sisters-in-law: Dick and Shirley Kubecka of Palacios, Donald and Shirley Kubecka of Seminole, Dan and Wanda Kubecka of Edna, Douglas and Jody Kubecka of Palacios, Ronnie and Carolyn Kubecka of Palacios, Gerald and Jackie Kubecka of Edna, Gene and Nancy Kubecka of Bay City, Dean Kubecka of Palacios, Erwin Kubecka of Bay City, and James and Debbie Kubecka of Palacios. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at 10:00AM at First United Methodist Church of Palacios, with Rev. David King officiating. Memorial donations may be made to: First United Methodist Church of Palacios, Houston Hospice of El Campo, or The Deutschburg Community Cemetery Fund.

Victoria Advocate, May 3, 2018
 

Ellen Kucera

Ellen Kucera, 99, joined her Heavenly family, Sunday, March 25, 2018.  She was born on Monday, November 11, 1918 in Inez, Jackson County, Texas to John and Mary Machicek Venglar.  She is survived by her son; Charles and wife Billie of Inez, sister Lily Walker of Corpus Christi, daughters-in-law; LuAnn, Robbie and Linda, her fourteen grandchildren, and twenty great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband John, sons; William Joseph, Larry Clarence and Herman, daughter Mildred Ellen Hyde, brothers; Jasper, Emil and George, sisters; Bernice, Clara and Leona, and grandson Danny Hyde.

There was a Celebration of Life Memorial Service on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 1:00pm at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggest that memorial contributions be made to St. Theresa’s Altar Society, P.O. Box 337 Vanderbilt, TX  77991, or Crown Hospice, 1101 Salem Road, Suites A-D, Victoria, TX 77904.  Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik~Edna Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St., Edna, TX  77957, 361-782-2152.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, April 18, 2018
 

Deborah M. Kuchler
April 6, 1954 – May 31, 2017

Deborah “Debbie” M. Kuchler, 63, of Lolita passed away with her family by her side on Wednesday, May 31, 2017. She was born April 6, 1954 in Victoria to Jake Henry Hencerling and Anna Marie Miori Hencerling. Debbie was a secretary for Garland Sandhop, CPA in Edna and was a bookkeeper for the Edna Country Club. She was an active member of St. John Bosco Church where she served as CCD Coordinator, Eucharistic Minister, Lector and various other church activities. She is survived by her mother, Anna Marie Hencerling of Inez; daughters, Brandy (Kevin) Bowers of Inez; Danneall (Scott) Taylor of Victoria; son, Danny (Dana) Kuchler of Edna; sisters, Brenda (Terry) Teer of Edna, Linda (Charles) Wells of Boerne, Cindy (Thomas) Unger of Inez; brothers, Ricky Hencerling of Inez, Ronnie (Sherri) Hencerling of Inez, Tommy (Pama) Hencerling of Victoria; and the loves of her life, her grandchildren, Grace, Olivia and Molly Bowers, Kannon and Kynleigh Taylor and Taylin Kuchler. In addition to her father, Debbie was preceded in death by two nephews, Eric Teer and Casey Wells. Visitation will be Monday, June 5, 2017 from 5-7PM at St. John Bosco Church in Vanderbilt, TX with a rosary to begin at 7 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 AM on Tuesday at St. John Bosco Church with Rev. Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Inez. Pallbearers will be Ricky Hencerling, Ronnie Hencerling, Tommy Hencerling, Terry Teer, Charles Wells, Thomas Unger and Michael Kuchler. Memorials may be made to St. John Bosco Catholic Church, P.O. Box 337, Vanderbilt, TX 77991. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com.

Rosewood Funeral Chapel, Victoria, Texas
 

Nira LaNell Kuchler

Inez--Nira LaNell Kuchler, of Inez, Texas, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2014 at the age of 80. She was born in Bastrop, Texas on March 4, 1934, to the late Earl Hoskins and Vera Littlefield Richards.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be truly missed.

Nira is survived by her daughter, Pamala Rab (Stephen) of Edna; sons, Michael Kuchler (Kathy) of Inez, Danny Kuchler (Sandy) of Boerne, Tx., Jody Kuchler of Leakey, Tx; fourteen grandchildren, twenty one great-grandchildren, one expected great-grandchild and two step grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 57 years Paul Willie Kuchler Jr. and great-grandson Weston James Kuchler.

Visitation will be on Thursday, December 18, 2014 12 – 2 p. m. in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel with Funeral service following at 2:00 p. m. Reverend Jack Hudson will be officiating and burial will follow at Red Bluff Cemetery in Lolita.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to Industrial ISD Education Foundation, P. O. Box 369, Vanderbilt, Tx. 77991.

Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.

Victoria Advocate, Wednesday, December 17, 2014
 

David Kulow

David Lee Kulow passed away on Thursday, May 31, 2018. David was born in Jackson County on Friday, February 16, 1940 to Nora W. Kulow. He was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church of Edna. David spent most of his life on a farm where he loved to work in the garden and take care of his chickens, turkeys, ducks and guineas.     

After his mother passed away he moved to Southbrooke Manor Nursing Home where he spent the rest of his life. David loved the staff and always had a smile for the staff and visitors.     

David was an only child and is survived by numerous cousins and second cousins.     

Visitation was Saturday, June 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services were Sunday, June 3, at 3 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Edna with the Rev. Andrew Schroer officiating. Interment followed at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Redeemer Victoria Mission building fund.     

Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, June 13, 2018
 

Emilie Annie Kusak

Emilie Annie Kusak, 104, of Victoria passed away surrounded by loved ones May 12, 2017. Emilie was born Oct. 8, 1912 in Granger, Texas to the late Joe and Anna Kokes. Emilie lived on a farm and was a woman of many talents. She loved raising her chickens, working in her garden, canning peaches and pears, was an excellent cook and a one of a kind grandmother. Emilie truly enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a member of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in LaSalle,Texas and a member of their Altar Society.

Emilie is survived by her daughters, Mary Ann Ohrt (Toby) of Victoria, Lillie Mae Schoener of Victoria; son, Johnny L. Kusak (Kathryn) of Victoria; daughter-in-law Elaine Kusak; sisters, Agnes Vincik of LaSalle, Frances Billings of Spring; grandchildren, Jackie Slusher (Russell) of Victoria, Monica Powitzky (Cody) of Victoria, Toby Ohrt Jr. (Beth) of Cuero, Tommy Ohrt (Sheila) of Victoria, Joey Kusak (Cindy) of LaSalle, David Kusak (Amie) of Olivia, Jason “JJ” Kusak (Tanya) of LaSalle, Jaymie Sciba (Will) of Victoria, Pam Zapalac (Toby) of Victoria, Mark Schoener (Debbie) of Victoria, Scott Schoener (Ana) of Ohio; 26 great-grandchildren; 7 great great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joe F. Kusak; son, Joe J. Kusak; son in law, Larry Schoener; sisters, Mary Shijka, Vlasta White, and Annie McDonald; brothers, Eddie, Joe, Frank and John Kokes.

A rosary will be recited Tuesday, May 16, at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church with a funeral mass to begin at 10 a.m. A reception will immediately follow.
A graveside service will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 16, at St. Theresa’s Cemetery in LaSalle.

Pallbearers will be Toby Ohrt, Jr., Tommy Ohrt, Joey Kusak, David Kusak, Jason “JJ” Kusak, Mark Schoener and Scott Schoener.
A special thank you to caregiver, Dorothy Ross and all the ladies at Victoria Residence and Rehab and Hospice of South Texas for the lo
ving care of mom.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Theresa’s Cemetery in LaSalle, Texas or donor’s choice.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com.

Rosewood Funeral Chapel, Victoria, Texas