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Michael “Shane” Mabry

Michael "Shane" Mabry of Edna, Texas passed away from our earthly world to the Heavenly Realm on Friday, Sept. 1, 2017.

He was born in Cuero to Caroline Valenta Kizer on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1976. A graduate of Edna High School, Shane was a "jack of all trades and master of most".  A loving father, son, brother, uncle and friend to many, he never met a stranger and would be the first to help anyone in need.

Shane is survived by his daughter Mykah Skye Mabry; mother Caroline Kizer of Edna; brother Craig Mabry (Sylvia) of Edna; sisters, Veronica Crabb and (Randy) of Edna, Cynthia Airhart  (Bruce) of Edna, Suzanne Zapata (Mark Robert) of Bandera, Jaime Liepe of Edna; numerous nieces and nephews, and many, many friends.

Shane is preceded in death by his brother David Wayne Mabry, and his grandparents Rudy and Albina Valenta.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Gulf Bend MHMR 6502 Nursery Dr., Suite 100, Victoria, TX  77904, or Jackson County Happy Tails Animal Shelter, P. O.Box 1305, Edna, TX  77957, or by using PayPal using the email; jcshelter@yahoo.com.

Memorial service will be held at a later date to be determined by the family.

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, September 13, 2017
 


Beverly Jean Robbins Madden

Beverly Jean Robbins Madden passed away on May 8, 2017. She was born on Thursday, August 8, 1929 in Wichita Falls to Virgil "Homer" Robbins and Clara Hassie Harbour Robbins. Beverly was a medical aid for over 20 years in Wichita Falls, she moved to Ganado in 1980 and worked as a bookkeeper for Jones and Allen for 22 years. Beverly was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ganado. She loved being in her yard, where she enjoyed feeding, watering, and watching the birds. She had many pets over the years, and her most recent dog, Deigo, was very special to her. She was blessed with a very large family and they were her pride and joy.

Beverly is survived by her sons Steven Jones (Sandy), Richard Jones (Zona), and Mark Madden (Christine); her daughters Cynthia Allen (Billy), Ingrid Spicer (Tim), Karen Golightly (Terry), Kim Young (Brian), Sandra Holik (James), and Julie Leita (David); also her grandchildren Erin, Emily, Alan, Eric, Chesta, Billy, and Cassandra Jones, Amy Thedford, Angela Stancik, Brian Allen, Aubrey Kreska, Kyle Peterson, Daniel Golightly, Denise Caldrone, Sharon Braden, Doug Holt, Beverly Pratka, Joe and Jenna Holik, Emily and Lindsey Madden. She also has 41 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.

Beverly is preceded in death by her parents Virgil "Homer" and Clara Robbins; and her brothers Nolan, James and William Robbins.

Visitation is Saturday, May 13, from 9 to 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Ganado followed by the funeral service at 11 a.m., also at First Baptist Church of Ganado with the Rev. Ryan Carpenter officiating.

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, May 17, 2017
 


Johnny Mader
April 19, 1938 - August 29, 2020

Johnny Mader, 82, of Ganado passed away in Sugar Land on August 29, 2020.  He was born on April 19, 1938 to the late Vince Mader and Mary Macek Mader.

Wharton Funeral Home
 


Irene Malcik

Irene Malcik passed away at the age of 92 on Monday, March 19, 2018. She was born on June 3, 1925 in St. John, Fayette County, Texas to Ladiak Kahanek and Annie Krupala Kahanek. Irene worked at Mike's Ganado Grocery Stores for twenty-five years, she was a member of the KJZT for fifty plus years. She loved bowling, dancing, and crocheting was a passion of hers. She loved cooking and having her family and friends around her. She is preceded in death by her husband; August "Gus" Malcik, father; Ladiak Kahanek,, mother; Annie Krupala Kahanek, daughter; Lenora "Nokie" Teague, sister; Dorothy Machycek, two brothers; L.J Kahanek, and Edwin Kahanek. She is survived by her son; Bill " Billy" Coonce and wife Charlotte, daughters; Linda "Lindy" Zepeda and her husband Al, Lois "Loisy" Orsak and her husband Fran, one grandson, four granddaughters and ten great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be; Trey Zepeda, Al Zepeda, Fran Orsak, Steve Andel, Brett Selensky and Drew Selensky. There will be a visitation on Friday, March 23, 2018 from 5:pm to 7:pm with Rosary being recited at 6:30 pm at Ganado Funeral Home Chapel. There will be a Funeral Mass on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 1:00 pm at Assumption Catholic Church with Father Michael Petering officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third St. Ganado, TX 77962, 361-771-2120.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, March 28, 2018
 


Victoria Marroquin

Victoria Marroquin, 87 formerly of Ganado, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 at her home in Houston. She was born on Dec. 23, 1929 in Edna, to Juan and Regina Gonzalez Vasquez. Victoria married Salvador Marroquin and together they raised their seven children.

Victoria is survived by her four daughters, three sons, 24 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren, as well as one sister.

Visitation was Tuesday, Jan. 17, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. at Ganado Funeral Home Chapel. A Funeral Mass was Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 10 a.m. at Assumption Catholic Church with interment to follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery with Rev. Kirby Hlavaty officiating.

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

Jackson County Herald -Tribune, January 18 & 25, 2017
 


For Fratricide
Young Man Sent to Jail Without Benefit of Bail

Edna, Texas. October 25.--Owen Marshall and Bud Marshall, two young Negroes, brothers, living three miles from this place, became involved in a quarrel a day or two ago, which resulted in the death of Bud Marshall at the hands of Owen, a shotgun being the weapon used.

The preliminary trial was had yesterday evening before Justice Folsom and the prisoner was remanded without bail.

Houston Post, October 28, 1898
 


Celestine Martin

Edna—Celestine Martin, 78, of Edna died Monday, Aug. 16, 1993.

She was born July 22, 1915, in Edna to the late Sam and Rosie Lee Smith Marvin.

Survivors: sisters, Carrie Ramey, Julia Franklin, Stella Mae Jones, Nora Edwards and Danna Bradley, all of Edna.

Graveside services were held 4 p. m. Monday, Sayles Cemetery.

Cook-Butler Funeral Home, Edna, 782-3821.

Memorials: Sayles Cemetery, Rt. 1, Box 169, Edna 77957

Victoria Advocate, Tuesday, August 17, 1993
 


Concepcion Martinez

Concepcion Pulido Martinez, 93, of Freeport, passed away Aug. 24, 2017. She was born Oct. 5, 1923 in Placedo to her parents Panfilo and Anita Pulido.

She is survived by her daughters, Anita Cavazos-Short of Inez, Lupe Cuellar of Freeport, and Odilia Reyna of Austin; sons, Hector Martinez of Edna, Martin Martinez of Goliad, and David Martinez of Williamsburg, Va.; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband Pablo Martinez, parents Panfilo and Anita Pulido, son Richard Martinez, three brothers and two sisters.

A visitation was held Aug. 31, at Stroud Funeral Home. Funeral service was Sept. 1, at St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church.

Online condolences can be made to www.stroudfuneralhome.com

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, September 6, 2017
 


Conrado Martinez

Conrado G. Martinez, 80, of Edna died Thursday at 9 a. m. at a Ganado hospital following an illness of one week.

A former resident of Victoria, he had lived in Edna for 15 years. He was born Jan. 8, 1906, in Victoria, son of the late Delfino and Lucinda Garcia Martinez. A retired construction worker, he was a member of the Catholic Church.

The body will lie in state at the St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna from 3 p. m. The Rev. Michael O’Shaughnessy will officiate.

Burial will be in the Edna Latin American Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Genoveva Portales Martinez of Edna; two daughters, Genoveva Chavez of Houston and Margarita Nava of Edna; two sons, Delfino Martinez of Victoria and Conrado Martinez Jr. of Houston; a sister, Maria Gomez of Odem; three brothers, Jesus, Liborio and Jose Martinez of Odem; and 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Alfonso Martinez.

A rosary will be recited at 7:30 p. m. Friday at Artero Memorial Chapel in Victoria.

Pallbearers will be John Chavez, Randy Martinez, Marty Martinez, Reno Nava, Jimmy Zarate and Alex Davila.

Floral committee members will be Brenda Chavez and Lisa Martinez.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, May 2, 1986
 


Elisa Ramirez Martinez

EDNA - Elisa Ramirez Martinez, of Edna, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at the age of 86. She was born July 12, 1927, in Thomaston, Texas, to the late Doroteo and Martina Moreno Ramirez.

Elisa was a homemaker, a devoted mother and grandmother. She was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, a son Tony Ramirez and four brothers.

Elisa is survived by her devoted son, Jesse and wife Eva Ramirez; daughters, Beatrice, Frances, Lupe, Anita and son Ruben all of Florida; brother, Manuel and wife Georgie Ramirez of Edna; sister, Maria Cruz Garza and husband Miguel of Bay City; Many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Friday, November 22, 2013, 5-7 pm, at Oaklawn Funeral Home, A rosary will be recited at 7pm. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, November 23, 2013, at St. Agnes Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Latin American Cemetery of Edna. Reverend Michael Petering will be officiating.

Pallbearers will be Oscar Ramirez, Jeremy Martinez, Edward Ramirez, Alvin Callies, Kevin Thompson and Sterling Watson.

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

Victoria Advocate, November 21, 2013
 


Janie Martinez

Janie M. Martinez, of Edna, Texas, passed away on Monday, Jan. 8, 2018, at the age of 80. She was born in Yorktown, Texas on Jan. 27, 1937, to the late Enrique Martinez and Maximina Ortiz Martinez.

Janie was a housewife. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who will be greatly missed.

Janie is survived by her daughters, Irene De Los Santos (Robert) and Laura Lopez (Ray Herrera); sons, Edward Covarrubias (Stephanie), Johnny Martinez, Joe Angel Covarrubias (Donna), Alonzo Covarrubias, and Matthew Covarrubias; 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents Janie is preceded in death by her sisters, Guadalupe Rodriquez, Susan Garcia, Beatrice Cadengo, and Josephine Quintero; brothers, Benny Martinez and Henry Martinez.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, Jan. 11, from 5 -6:30 p.m., with a Rosary to be recited at 6:30 p.m., in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna. Funeral mass to begin at 10:30 a.m., on Jan. 12 in the St. Agnes Catholic Church of Edna, with burial to follow in the Latin American Cemetery of Edna. Reverend Michael Petering will be officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, January 17, 2018
 


Maria Cruz Mata

Maria Cruz Mata of Edna, Texas went to be with the Lord in Heaven on Sept. 20, 2017 at the age of 85. She was one of 16 children born to Pablo and Isabel Mata in Lane City, Texas.

She is survived by her children, Julie Quintana (Pete Jr.), Patrick Guerrero Jr. (Laura), Roseann Jones (Charles Jr.), Larry Guerrero, and Lupe Conde; 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; close friend Salvadore Calvario and pet Phoeni.

Maria was preceded in death by husband Patricio Guerrero Sr., son Danny Guerrero, grandchildren Larry Guerrero Jr. and baby David Guerrero.

There will be a private family service at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to 208 Asbeck Lane, Edna, Texas, 77957.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, September 27, 2017
 


Herbert Lee Melton, Jr.

 Herbert Lee Melton, Jr. of Edna, Texas passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2017, at the age of 88. Herbert was born on July 17, 1929, in Edna, to the late Herbert Lee Melton, Sr. and Jessie Frederick Melton.

Herbert Lee graduated from Peacock Military Academy in 1948, attended Schreiner Institute and Texas A&I. He was the owner and operator of Melton Oldsmobile in Edna from 1964-1991. He served in the Air Force and on the Edna School Board. Herbert Lee was a bank director for Allied Bank in Edna. Herbert Lee was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and dear friend who will be missed by many.

Herbert Lee is survived by his children, Herbert (Rocky) Lee Melton, III and Renee, John Earl Melton and Nancy, Barbara Ann Melton Thompson and husband Steve; grandchildren, Doug Melton, Lea Melton, Philip Thompson, Mark Thompson, James Thompson, Ann Marie Melton-Hall, and Julie Smith; great-grandchildren, Cal Smith, Beau Smith, and Camp Smith; numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents Herbert Lee is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Anne Johnston Melton.

A memorial service was held on Friday, Aug. 4, at 11 a.m. in the Edna Presbyterian Church in Edna with the Rev. Michel Yonts officiating.

Pallbearers were Doug Melton, Lea Melton, Philip Thompson, Mark Thompson, James Thompson, Ann Marie Melton-Hall, Julie Smith, Nick Hall and Robert Smith. Honorary pallbearers are Johnny Dugger, Walter Dollar, Hans Wittenberg, Robert W. Scott, Willard Ulbricht, Garland Sandhop, and David Rose, The Jackson County Hospital Physical Therapy ladies, and Jackson County Hospital Monday Lunch Brunch.

Donations may be made to Edna Presbyterian Church, 502 Apollo, Edna, Texas 77957.

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, August 9, 2017
 


Juan Mendez

Juan Jose Mendez, 71, of Ganado passed away on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017. Juan was born on Tuesday, March 19, 1946 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Francisco and Maria Molina Mendez.

Juan is survived by his wife Janie Trevino Mendez; his children, Rose Rivera, Tony Mendez, Sr. and Johnny Joe Mendez, Sr.; his sisters, Aurora Arzola, Ninfa Escamilla, and Margaret Ortega; his brothers Gilbert Mendez, Jimmie Mendez and Robert Mendez; and grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Juan is preceded in death by his parents, and two of his brothers.

Visitation is Friday, Oct. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at Ganado Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass is Saturday, Oct. 7 at 10 a.m. at Assumption Catholic Church with Father Kirby Hlavaty officiating with interment at Assumption Catholic Cemetery.

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, October 11, 2017
 


Ruth E. Menefee

 Ruth E. Menefee, of Edna, Texas passed away on Monday, August 7, 2017, at the age of 80. She was born on November 3, 1936 in Red Bluff, Texas to the late Dewey Mays and Ruby Gilmore Mays.

Ruth was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and true friend who will be missed dearly. Ruth is survived by her daughters, Beverly Daniels and her husband Michael, Betty Beames and her husband Blacky; step-daughter, Patricia O’Connor, Cynthia Kruppa and her husband Mark; son, Walter Jones and his wife Margaret; step-sons, Mark Menefee, Michael Menefee and his wife Shelley; brother, Colonel (Ret.) Kenneth Mays and his wife Gaye; eleven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren;  numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents Ruth is preceded in death by her husband, G.E. (Buddy) Menefee; daughter, Barbara Ann Jones Fisher; son, Michael (Mickey) Jones; step-son, George Menefee, III.; sisters, Anna Belle Williams, Mary Lee Mays; brother, Dewey W. Mays; granddaughter, Jamie Sorenson.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 11, 2017, from 5-7 P.M. in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial Service to begin at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 12, 1017 in the First Baptist Church of Edna. Officiated by Reverend Robert Krause.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kindred Hospice, 1911 Corporate Dr., San Marcos, TX 78666.

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, August 16, 2017
 


John Milton Mercer
February 23, 1931 – August 16, 2017

John Milton Mercer, also known as Jiggs or J.M. of Edna, Texas went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 16, 2017. He was born on February 23, 1931 in Luling, Texas to the late Viron Mercer and Lura Pearl Lawler Mercer. He served in The United States Air Force for which he served 1951-1954 during the Korean Conflict.  He was a Chef in the USAF and was stationed at Lackland AFB, San Antonio TX. On September 10, 1952 he married the love of his life Betty Lee Robinson Mercer. He was a Scout Master for The Boy Scouts of America.  He was also a Master Mason for sixty plus years in the Masonic Lodge of Edna.   He worked as a Corrosion Engineer with various oil and gas companies in Houston, Texas.  In his later years he did independent contracting. In 1984, he inherited his parent’s property.  In 2010 this property became a 100 year member in the Family Land Heritage Program for the State Of Texas, which is a 100 years of continuous agriculture production.  Cattle ranching, vegetable gardening, animals, hunting, outdoors, nature and family were his true love.   John was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend that will be missed dearly. John is survived by his loving wife Betty Lee Robinson Mercer of 64 years.  Just 3 weeks shy of their 65 wedding anniversary.  Sons, Milton Earl Mercer and his wife Jan, Leland Viron Mercer, Tyran Lance Mercer and his wife Susan; granddaughter, Cady Leanne Mercer Bargfrede. In addition to his parents John is preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Jo Malone and Lura Glynn Bain; brother, Clifton Viron Mercer. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, from 9:30-10:30 A.M. with a Funeral Service to begin at 10:30 A.M., in the First United Methodist Church in Edna. Burial will follow in the Luling Cemetery Association approximately 2:00pm.   Reverend Adam Knapp will be officiating. Pallbearers will be George Prihoda, David Muegge, Todd Malone, Billy Buckner, Kent Goerdel and Caleb Bargfrede. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to be made to your local 4-H Chapter.

Oaklawn Funeral Home, Edna, Texas
 


Alvin Miller

Edna—Alvin Miller, 74, of Edna died in a local hospital Monday, Dec. 23, 1991 following a lengthy illness.

Mr. Miller was born March 30, 1917, in Hallettsville to the late Mark and Anna Taylor Miller. He was a retired rice farmer laborer.

Survivors: daughter, Pinkie Mae Shelton of El Campo; son, Theodore Miller of Corpus Christi; brothers, Claude and Elroy Miller, both of Wharton; and four grandchildren.

Preceded in death by parents.

Services 1 p. m. Thursday at Cook-Butler Funeral Home chapel, and the Rev. Billy Joe Barnes officiating.

Burial in Sayles Cemetery, Cook-Butler Funeral Home, Edna, 782-3821.

Pallbearers: Bobby Miller, Don Shelton, Murphy Miller Jr., C. L. Miller Jr., Felton Hopes and Kenneth Tones.

Victoria Advocate, Thursday, December 26, 1991
 


Anthony R. Miller

Edna—Anthony Ray Miller, 36, of Edna, died Sunday, Nov. 16, 2003.

He was born Sept. 20, 1967, in Ganado, to Herman Miller of Palacios and the late Doris Marie Miller. He was a graduate of Edna High School and Huston-Tillotson College. He was a telemarketer.

Survivors: sister, Shanna Miller of Edna; brothers, Morris Hopes and Dorian Miller, both of Edna, and Glendy Tolbert of Houston; and grandfather, Henry Tolbert Sr. of Edna.

Visitation will be noon-8 p. m. Friday at Cook-Butler Funeral Home chapel.

Services will be 1 p. m. Saturday at Shiloh Baptist Church, the Rev. Maurice Washington officiating.

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

Victoria Advocate, Wednesday, November 19, 2003
 


Doris M. Miller

Edna—Doris Marie Miller, 54, of Edna, died Wednesday, April 23, 2003.

She was born May 23, 1948, in Edna, to the late Eddie Robinson and Lorine Barnes. She was an operator for Interplast and a member of Scruggs United Methodist Church.

Survivors: daughter, Shanna DeForest Miller of Edna; sons, Anthony Ray Miller of Runge and Dorian Preston Miller of Edna; step-father, A. B. Clay Jr. of Edna; sister, Willie National of Edna; brother, Johnny Ray Robinson of Houston; and six grandchildren.

Visitation will be noon to 8 p. m. tonight at Cook-Butler Funeral Home chapel.

Services will be 2 p. m. Saturday at Scruggs United Methodist Church, the Rev. Maurice Washington officiating.

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

Victoria Advocate, Friday, April 25, 2003
 


Garfield Miller

Edna—Funeral services for Garfield Miller, 64, of Houston, former resident of Edna who died Monday at his home in Houston, will be held at 11 a. m. Saturday at Bedford Funeral Home, 2815 Sampson, Houston with the Rev. L. A. Fletcher officiating.

Burial will be at 1:30 p. m. at Sayles Cemetery in Edna.

Mr. Miller was a retired auto mechanic.

Survivors include his wife, Frankie Miller of Houston; a son, Elmo Miller of San Antonio; two sisters, Mrs. Delia Gibson of Edna and Mrs. Arizona Frierson of Kansas City, Kan.; and two grandchildren.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, November 27, 1981                Photo courtesy of Mary Beth Newland Ross


 


Roy Miller Sr.

Edna--Funeral services for Roy Miller Sr., 56, of Edna will be held at 2 p. m. Friday from the Peabody Street Church of Christ, with James Evans officiating.

Burial will be in the Sayles Cemetery under direction of Cook Funeral Home.

Mr. Miller was born April 24, 1915 in Corsicana. He formerly lived here some 20 years and then moved to New York for several years. He returned to Edna two months ago, and died Monday in a Houston hospital.

Surviving are three sons, Roy Jr. of Niagara Falls, N. Y., Sherman and Lester, both of Detroit, Mich.; a daughter, Mrs. Kay Sopher of Detroit, Mich.; two sisters, Mrs. D__ Gipson of Edna and Mrs. Arizona Frierson of Kansas City, Kan.; two brothers, Joe of Corsicana and Garfield of Houston; and four grandchildren.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, June 11, 1971
 


Billie Miska

Billie Browning Miska left this world and went to her Heavenly home on March 14, 2018. Billie was born on November 14, 1930 in Edna, Texas to Charlie and Linnie Mae Tompkins Browning.

She married George Miska on January 7, 1948. Billie and George bought Nagels Service Station in 1965, where they worked, side by side, until George's death in 1994. Billie continued to run the station along with her son Bryan, until her battle with Alzheimers kept her from her beloved business. Billie loved cutting up with her customers and visiting with her friends who would stop by the station every day. She was a kind and generous woman who often helped others in the community. The only thing she loved more than Nagels was her family.

Billie was preceded in death by her beloved parents, her husband, George, her sisters and brothers-in-law, Arthur and Frances Browning Stanford and Jim and Cora Lee "Babe" Browning Young, and many dear cousins. She and George raised three children: Charlene Miska Bauer (Rick), Al Dart Miska (Kathy) and Bryan Wade Miska (Becky). Her grandchildren, Budd Ratliff (Jaime), Samantha Miska and Layci Miska (Matt) were the light of her life. Billie had three great-grand children, Kyler Sinclair, Gene Allen Ratliff and Ella Ratliff that she loved dearly. She also leaves behind loving nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

Billie was a firecracker, who's bright and beautiful spirit lives on in those who will miss her the most, her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Kelly Janica, Lenard Steffek, Cory Jacobs, David Egg, Jeff Hicks, and Melvin Seicko. Honarary Pallbearers will be Andrew Robinson, Tony Norman, Amos Zatopek, Bruce Airhart, Shawn Egg, and all past employees of Nagels Service Station.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest that memorial contributions be made to Happy Tails of Edna.

Visitation was Sunday, March 18, 2018 from 5:pm to 7:pm at Slavik~Edna Funeral Home Chapel. The funeral service was Monday, March 19, 2018 at 10:00 am at Slavik~Edna Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Andy Schroer officiating followed by interment at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Victoria, TX. 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, March 21, 2018
 


Ruth A. Mitchell

Edna--Funeral services for Mrs. Ruth A. Mitchell, 64, of Edna will be held at 2 p. m. Wednesday at the Scruggs United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ernest Harrison officiating.

Burial will be in Sayles Cemetery under direction of Cook-Butler Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Freddie Dixon, Viron Reed, Robert Reed Jr., Robert Reed III, Tom B. Sayles and Thomas Dean.

Mrs. Mitchell was born Dec. 4, 1912 in Jackson County and was a member of Scruggs Methodist Church. She was a former employee of a local cleaners, and died Monday in a local hospital.

Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Reed of Edna; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Victoria Advocate, Tuesday, December 28, 1979
 


Bacilia Montalvo

Bacilia R. Montalvo, 58, of Edna, passed away Thursday Sept. 13, 2012. She was born May 3, 1954 in Edna to the late Ventura “Ben” and Cirilia Rivera.

She was a customer specialist for Walmart for 12 years.

She is survived by her husband Fidencio; daughters Jackie and Adela Montalvo; sister Lupe Camacho; four grandchildren.

Visitation was Sept. 14 at Slavik Funeral Home in Edna.

Services were Sept. 16 at 2 p. m. at Slavik Chapel in Edna. Interment will follow in the Latin-American Cemetery.

Services are under the direction of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N Allen St., Edna 361-782-2152.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, Wednesday, September 19, 2012
 


Mrs.
Clemencia S. Montelongo

Edna—Funeral services for Mrs. Clemencia S. Montelongo, 72, of Ganado will be held at 3 p. m. Friday from St. Agnes Catholic Church here, with the Rev. O. D. Fahlich officiating.

Burial will be in the Edna Latin American Cemetery under the direction of Jackson County Funeral Service.

Mrs. Montelongo died Wednesday in a Ganado hospital after a six-week illness. She was born Oct. 31, 1901 in Lockhart and as a child moved with her parents to Jackson County where they lived on the Westhoff Ranch.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Leonides Rosalez of Ganado; two sons, Fredrico of Edna and Jesus of Victoria; a sister, Mrs. Antonio Guzman of Edinburg; 19 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Ruben Rosalez, Joe Rasalez, Jessie Rosalez, Esteban Rosalez, Manuel Rosalez and Pablo Gusman all grandsons.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, April 19, 1974
 


Hon. J. M. Moore Died At His Home At Edna

Austin, Texas, September 28.--A telephone message was received here last night from Edna, Texas, announcing the death of Hon. J. M. Moore, whose death occurred yesterday afternoon. The deceased was well known throughout the state and was secretary of state under the administration of Governor Ross. He was a son of the late George F. Moore, at one time chief justice of the supreme court. The remains will be shipped to this city for burial. The funeral will be held next Monday morning from St. David's Episcopal church, and the remains will be interred in the city cemetery.

Houston Post, September 29, 1902
 


Elvira Moreno

INEZ - Elvira S. Morano went home to meet the Lord on Monday, August 14, 2017 at 12:34 pm surrounded by her loving family. Elvira was born on Monday, July 31, 1944 in Morales, Texas to Manuel and Luisa Soto Sabedra. She enjoyed spending time with her family and her friends of which were in an abundance. Elvira is survived by her sons; Gabriel Moreno and his wife Elizabeth of McAllen, Edward Moreno and his wife Jamie of Victoria, and Abel Moreno and his wife Lariann of Inez, also her daughter Terry Thomas and her husband John of Inez., also her nine grandchildren; Kelsey Thomas, Aneysa Moreno, Bianca Moreno, Darcie Moreno, Ashley Moreno, Amber Moreno, Dakota Moreno, Abel Moreno, Jr. and Nicholas Moreno, and her two great-grandchildren; Baeza and Dorina Moreno. She is also survived by her siblings; Minnie Salinas, Eva Castillo, Fidel Sabedra, Daniel Sabedra and Benny Sabedra.

She will be dearly missed by all her family and friends that knew her, and loved her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her brothers; Delfino Sabedra, David Sabedra, Alfred Sabedra and Luis Sabedra, also her sister Margaret Sabedra.

Visitation will be Thursday, August 17, 2017 at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel from 6:pm to 8:pm with Rosary being recited at 7:pm. Funeral service will be Friday, August 18, 2017 at 10:30 am at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Raymond Salinas, Jr. officiating.

Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna, TX 77957 361-782-2152

Victoria Advocate, August 16, 2007
 


Esequiel Moreno

Edna—Funeral services for Esequiel Moreno, 84, of Edna will be held at 2 p. m. Saturday from St. Agnes Catholic Church, with the Rev. William Halata officiating. A rosary will be recited at 8 p. m. Friday from the Slavik chapel.

Burial will be in the Edna Latin American Cemetery, under direction of Slavik Funeral Home.

Mr. Moreno was born April 10, 1888 in San Patricio County, and had lived in this county for 18 years. A member of the St. Agnes Church, he died Thursday in a Ganado rest home.

Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Gregorio Moreno of Edna; three daughters, Mrs. Lenor Barrios of Edna, Mrs. Dan Barrera of Lolita and Mrs. Cecelia Guerra of Bakersville, Calif.; a step-daughters, Mrs. Sulema Lopez of Madero, Calif.; two step-sons, Louis and Comillo Mosqueda, both of Edna; 20 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, December 8 1972
 


Samuel L. Moses

Edna—Samuel L. Moses, 74, of Edna died Wednesday, Dec. 25, 1996.

He was born June 15, 1922, in Wharton to the late Amos and Mary Ware Moses. He was a retired recycler and was a member of Pentecostal Zion Tabernacle.

Survivors: wife, Mae Etta Moses; stepdaughters, Lauro Simies of Garland and Bettye H. Oaks of Dallas; sons, Ernest Moses of Placedo and Samuel L. Moses Jr., of Edna; step-son, Clarence Haynes of Houston; sisters, Hattie Hudson of Houston and Alice Moses of Fort Worth; and brother, Isiah Ware of Houston.

Services will be 1 p. m. today at Cook-Butler Funeral Home chapel, Rev. Ida Grays officiating.

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

Pallbearers: Dwayne Moses, John White, Allen White, Steph Gibson, Timothy Hopes Jr., and Bruce Sha Gibson.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, December 27, 1996
 


Dennis R. Mozisek

Dennis R. Mozisek, has gone fishing at the age of 66 years old. He left his heartbroken family much too soon on June 10, 2018. He is once again in the loving arms of his mother and father, Dorothy and Otto Mozisek. Dennis graduated from Industrial High School. He was fortunate to grow up working alongside his father, in the rice fields. Dennis continued to work for Mr. Hafernick, and then his brother-in-law, Lee, for 36 years. In 2006, he began working at Kresta’s Boats and Motors, where he got paid to do what he loved best- talking to people about fishing, while selling boats and parts. Dennis also spent many years ranching. Dennis loved fishing, hunting, gardening and any outdoor activity. Anyone who talked to Dennis knew that he had just been fishing or was about to go fishing. He always out fished everyone! Dennis had a quick wit about him, which always kept people laughing. He still had so much living to do and cancer robbed him of many happy years. His hope was to spend many more years fishing and to watch his grandchildren grow up. Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Ann H. Mozisek; daughters, Tara and Phil Hughes, Kari Nicole (Nicki) and Mike Sulak, Jean and Chris Aldridge;  son, Jay Neukomm; sisters, Jan Clinkscales, Cathy and Andy Brzozowski, Peggy and Ricky Frederick; brothers, Otto and Linda Mozisek, Tommy and Alannah Mozisek; grandchildren, Jake, Katie, Gunnar, and Rowe Hughes, Karsen and Hallie Sulak, Ella, Kyle, Caleb, and Kacey Aldridge; sister-in-law, Edie and Glenn Emshoff; brother-in-law, Lee and Robbie Hafernick ; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Ronald Clinkscales. Visitation and celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, between the hours of 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. in the St. Agnes Catholic Hall in Edna, Tx. In lieu of flowers or donations, please cherish your family, friends and good times and make each day a special time with those you love.

I will always, always love you, Ann.

Oaklawn Funeral Home, Edna, TX

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, June 13, 2018
 


E. Wayne Myers

E. Wayne Myers, of Edna, went to be with the Lord with his loving family by his side on Friday, Jan. 6, 2017. He was born on Oct. 27, 1925 in Wellington, Texas to the late. Earnest Benett Myers and Dorothy Monroe Myers.

Wayne was raised in Vinson, Okla. Wayne enlisted in the Army Air Corp in 1942 and graduated from Southern Methodist University in 1950. He and his wife, Martha Gene, moved to Edna in 1950 where they became active members of the community. He was Jackson County Clerk from 1952-1969, worked with Steck-Warlick Co. from 1969-1973 and the owner of Wayne Myers Co. from 1973 to present.

Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Martha Gene Myers; children, Susan “Sudi” and Bruce Hamilton, Wayne II “Bubba” and Cindy Myers, Mike and Holly Myers, Mark Myers and Sharon Higgins; sister, Jan and Spud Brown; grandchildren, Heather and Shawn Breitenbach, Holly and Tony Camilli, Susan and Jonathan Dison, Michael II and Louise Myers, Mark II and Larissa Myers, Marisa Myers, Trey and Molly Myers, Travis and Kim McClellan, Kate and Chad Henson, Fredrick Myers, and Faith and Ethan Johnson; 15, great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

Wayne is preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation was held on Sunday, Jan. 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 9, in the First United Methodist Church in Edna. Rev. Adam Knapp will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may made to the First United Methodist Church – Air Conditioner Fund, 216 W. Main, Edna, Texas 77957.

Pallbearers will be Chad Henson, Travis McClellan, Frederick Myers, Ethan Johnson, Jonathan Dison, Michael Myers II, Mark Myers II, Shawn Breitenbach, and Tony Camilli.

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, January 11, 2017
 

 

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