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Frieda Zacharias

Ganado—Frieda Zacharias, 85, of Ganado, died Thursday in a Victoria hospital.

She was born Aug. 4, 1896 in Phillipsburg and had been a resident of Jackson County since she was 15 years old.

Funeral services will be Saturday at 2 p. m. at St. James’ Lutheran Church in Ganado with the Rev. Bill Pulscher officiating. Burial will follow in Ganado City Cemetery under the direction of Ganado Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Michael, Pat and John Russell Durham, and Justin Boeben.

Surviving are two daughters, Evelyn Goolsby of Houston and Geraldine Durham of Port Lavaca; a sister, Hattie Pagel of Ganado; and five grandchildren.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, May 7, 1982
 


Diana Jean Blinka Zack

Diana Jean Blinka Zack, 55, died Thursday, April 6, 2006.

She was born December 13, 1950, in Victoria, TX, to Marcella Mildred Rod Howard and to the late David Ludwig Blinka. She was employed by C and B Hasdorff as a secretary and bookkeeper in Edna.

Survivors: husband, Richard Zack of Edna; daughter, Carolyn Zack Grimes and husband Dr. Kevin A. Grimes of Houston; son, Richard Andrew Zack of Edna; sisters, Becky Wisnieski of El Campo and Karen Munoz of Wharton; brother, Paul Blinka of Lake Jackson; and two grandchildren, Jordan Nicole Zack and Cian Richard Grimes.

Visitation will be at 1 p. m. Saturday, April 8, 2006  at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna, followed by Rosary at 2 p. m. and mass at 3:00 p. m. both at St. Agnes Catholic Church of Edna with Msgr. Michael O’Shaughnessy officiating.

Burial will follow at Red Bluff Cemetery near Lolita, TX.

Pallbearers: Trenton Kucera, Sam Bishop, Jeremy Kurtz, Jonathan Fowler, Rodney Fowler, and David Buchanek.

Memorials: Donor’s choice.

Victoria Advocate, Saturday, April 8, 2006
 


Adolph E. Zajicek Sr.

Ganado—Adolph Ervin Zajicek Sr., 71, a former Ganado city councilman and mayor, died Monday in a Ganado hospital after a lengthy illness.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a. m. Wednesday at the St. James Lutheran Church with the Rev. Bill Pluscher officiating. Burial will be in Ganado City Cemetery under direction of Ganado Funeral Home.

Mr. Zajicek was born Jan. 1, 1912, in Washington County, Texas, and he and his wife, Elsie, were married in 1937 in Ganado. A retired mechanic, he work many years for the Mauritz Co. and in 1954 opened his own business, Adolph’s Magneto Service, which he operated until 1974.

He first was appointed a city councilman in July 1965 and served until April 1966. He served as mayor from April 1966 until 1968 and then served on the City Council again from 1968 until 1974.

He was a member of the Lutheran Brotherhood and the St. James Lutheran Church.

Surviving are his wife, Elsie, of Ganado; two daughters, Peggy Glaze of Ganado and Patsy Kubala of Edna; a son, Adolph Zajicek Jr. of Ganado; sister, Emily Krajcek of Victoria; three brothers, Robert, Willie and Johnny, all of Ganado; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Pallbearers will be Raymond and Carl Zajicek, Glen Shoenfeld, Calvin Schomburg, Alvin Quebe, Wilford Swank.

Honorary pallbearers will be Ed Ottis, Anton Hlavaty, Ed Wiese and Mike Martin.

Victoria Advocate, Tuesday, March 1, 1983
 

 

Ganado Services Set Today for Bennie Zajicek

Ganado—Funeral services for Bennie Zajicek, 50, will be held at 4 p. m. today (Thursday) at the Psencik Funeral Home, with Rev. L. G. Wehman officiating.

Burial will be in the Ganado City Cemetery.

Mr. Zajicek was the owner of a feed store, and had lived in Ganado the past 49 years. He died about noon Wednesday in the local hospital.

He is survived by his wife Mrs. Esther Zajicek of Ganado, two daughters, Mrs. Laverne Swank of Houston and Mrs. Lucille Kleckar of Ganado; four brothers, Robert, Willie Adolph and Johnnie, all of Ganado; two sisters, Mrs. Emilie Krajcik of Victoria and Mrs. Julia Kuebe of Ganado; and one grandchild.

Edna Herald, April 15, 1965
 


Carl William Zajicek

October 15, 1937 ~ October 21, 2022

Carl William Zajicek, age 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 21, 2022. Carl was born on Friday, October 15, 1937 in Ganado, Texas to Willie and Agnes Zajicek.

If you lived in Ganado, you knew Carl, whether from his Southside Gulf Service Station of 25 years, or he may have, possibly refinished furniture for you.

A very special thank you to the nurses and doctors of Citizens Medical Center, Ganado Nursing & Rehab Center, and Crown Hospice of Victoria.  A giant very special Thank You to Carl's care sitters, Lynn Meyer, Loren Genzer, Alicia Garcia, Brooke Crain, Clara Menefee, and Nancy Rosas Independent Caregivers.

Services will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022, beginning with Visitation from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, Rosary being recited at 9:30 am, followed by Funeral Mass at 10:00 am at Assumption Catholic Church with Father Clem Quainoo officiating, interment will follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Ganado.

Carl is survived by his loving family, his wife of 60 years, Shirlee Kubena Zajicek, son, Glenn Zajicek, daughters, Cheryl Zajicek, and her spouse Sandra Price, and Denise Klaus, grandchildren,  Cody Klaus and his wife Kristen, and great-granddaughter, Avery Emma Klaus, also his sister Rita Pargmann and her husband Robert.  Carl has been preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Agnes Zajicek, and sisters, Alice Staff and Joan Beard.

Pallbearers will be: Mike Beard, Kip Derrick, Keith Jones, Henry Keen, Neal Pargmann and Bryan Pargmann.  Honorary Pallbearers are: Joe Hermes, Eric Pargmann, John Hurt, Andy Byrne, Raymond Derrick, Wilfred Tegeler, Teddy Kaspar, C.J. Fucik, and Daniel Pratka.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that, memorial contributions be made to Crown Hospice 1406 E. Red River Street, Victoria, TX 77901, 361-316-8446.

Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third St.  Ganado, TX 77962, 361-771-2120.

Slavik Funeral Home
 


Charles Robert Zajicek

 

Charles “Chuck” Zajicek, of Edna, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2017 at the age 56. He was born on June 4, 1961, in Ganado, Texas to the late Adolph Zajicek and Jo Ann Gerdes Zajicek.

 

Charles was a member of the Victoria Firefighter Department for 25 years. He also served as The Fire Marshall and Fire Chief of Ganado Volunteer Fire Department along with working part time for the Edna Fire Department. He had a loving personality and a contagious smile that will never be forgotten. Charles was a loving husband; father, brother, co-worker, uncle and dear friend that will be truly missed. He was known as “Pa” to not only his grandchildren but many other children throughout our community.

 

Charles is survived by his loving wife of 10 years, Tammy Muschalek Zajicek; daughters, Caylie Zajicek Garcia and her husband Jason, Candace Muncrief Floyd and her husband Eric; sons, Robert Zajicek and his wife Kimberly, Dustin Muncrief and his wife Taryn; mother, Jo Ann Gerdes Zajicek; mother-in-law; Caroline Muschalek; sister, Susan Webel and her husband Doug; sister-in-law; Tracey Muschalek Myska and her husband Raymond; brother-in-law, Jeff Muschalek and his wife Janice; grandchildren, Avery Love Galbiati, Troy McQueen, Kayden Zajicek, Karsyn Damborsky, Kaylin and Karoline Floyd, Dawsyn Muncrief, Jalea, Avery and Cara Garcia; numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Charles is preceded in death by his father, Adolph Zajicek and father-in-law, Dennis Muschalek.

 

Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, June 29, 2017, in the Edna High School Auditorium with Kim Spring officiating.

 

Memorial contributions may be made to Jackson County Happy Tails Animal Shelter, 1787 U.S. Highway 59 N. Edna, Texas 77957.

 

Pallbearers will be Shannon Martin, Allen Carroll, Kevin Allen, Emilio Reyes, Ronnie Pesek, and Gerald Pelkey.

 

Oaklawn Funeral Home, Edna, Texas

 


Ella Friederike Zajicek

Ganado--Funeral services for Mrs. Ella Friederike Zajicek, 76, of Ganado will be held at 2 p. m. Monday from the St. James Lutheran Church here, with Rev. Donald Boyd officiating.

Burial will be in Ganado City Cemetery under direction of Psencik Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Raymond, Carl and Adolph Zajicek, Raymond Pagel, Harry Tegeler and Edvin Struemeller.

Mrs. Zajicek was born Feb. 22, 1899, in Phillipsburg. She died Saturday in a Victoria hospital.

Surviving are her husband, Robert Zajicek of Ganado; a daughter, Irene Hodde of Houston; two sisters, Hattie Pagel and Frieda Zackarias of Ganado; and three grandchildren.

Victoria Advocate, Sunday, June 22, 1975
 


Esther Zajicek

Esther Schomburg Zajicek, 84, of Ganado, departed peacefully from this earth on Sept. 21, 2011. She was born on Dec. 13, 1916 in Ganado to the late Fritz and Melinda Schomburg. Esther was a retired grocery store clerk and a life-time member of St. James Lutheran Church.

She is survived by two daughters, LaVerne (Wilford) Swank of Sugar Land and Lucille Klekar of Ganado; five grandchildren, Terri (Michael) Rodriguez, Tanja Swank, Yvette (Jeff) Smith, Lesley Klekar, Ryan Kelkar; two great-grandchildren, Tamara Rodriguez and Brandon Rodriguez; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Bennie Zajicek; sisters, Clara Schoenfield and Elsie Zajicek; brothers, Ernest, Walter, Charlie and Henry Schomburg; and son-in-law, L. J. Klekar.

Visitation was from 5 – 7 p. m. Sept. 23 at Ganado Funeral Home.

Funeral services were at 10:30 a. m., Sept. 24 at St. James Lutheran Church in Ganado with Rev. Christ Heinold officiating. Burial followed at Ganado Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Lutheran Church in Ganado or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Arrangements under the direction of Ganado Funeral Home, Ganado, 361-771-2021.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, September 28, 2011
 


Johnnie Zajicek

Ganado—Johnnie Zajicek, 68, of Ganado died Wednesday in a Houston hospital following a lengthy illness.

Funeral services will be at 10 a. m. Friday at St. James Lutheran Church in Ganado with the Rev. Don Marquart, pastor, officiating.

Burial will follow at Ganado City Cemetery under direction of Ganado Funeral Home. A military graveside service will be conducted by Hilliard-Yoas American Legion Post No. 346 of Ganado.

Mr. Zajicek was born Feb. 26, 1917, in Ganado. He owned and operated the Ganado Feed Store for 32 years until he retired in September 1980.

He was a U. S. Army veteran of World War II, a member of Hilliard-Yoas Post No. 346 of the American Legion and a member of St. James Lutheran Church.

He is survived by his wife, Alice Koenning Zajicek of Ganado. The couple were married in Ganado Sept. 15, 1940.

Survivors other than his wife include a daughter, Linda Rose Peters of Angleton; four sons, James Charles and Raymond Douglas Zajicek, both of Ganado, Gene Allen Zajicek of Rayne, La., and David Bruce Zajicek of Sugar Land; a sister, Emilie Krajcik of Victoria; a brother, Robert Zajicek of Ganado; and 10 grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Claude Zajicek, Adolph Zajicek Jr., Dwayne Taylor, Tim Hastings, Alvin Ray Quebe and Joe T. Hodde.

Honorary pallbearers will include Harold Fowler, J. B. Housson, Mike Gregurek, Henry Sulak, Joe Hafernick, Raymond Boehm and Raymond Kuretsch.

Victoria Advocate, Thursday, August 8, 1985
 


Lucia Espinosa Zambrano

Edna—Funeral services for Lucia Espinosa Zambrano, 87, of Edna will be held at 10 a. m. Saturday at the St. Agnes Catholic Church. The Rev. James Coindreau will officiate.

A rosary will be recited at 7:30 p. m. Friday at the Slavik Funeral Home Chapel.

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

Mrs. Zambrano was born Sept. 16, 1888 in Brownsville. She died at her residence here Thursday.

Surviving are three daughters, Carlota Martinez, Frances Gonzales and Eva Trevino Gonzales, all of Edna; three sons, Manuel of Edna, John of Beeville and Pete of Sweeny; 36 grandchildren, 59 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Jesse and John M. Zambrano, Manuel Zambrano Jr., Pete Zambrano Jr., Lupe Leal and Robert Garcia.

Victoria Advocate, Friday, February 20, 1976
 


Manuel Zambrano

Edna—Funeral services for Manuel E. Zambrano, 55, of Edna, who died Thursday, will be held at 4 p. m. Sunday at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna.

The Rev. John C. Bily will officiate. Burial will follow in Edna Latin American Cemetery directed by Jackson County Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Gilbert Manzanalez, Joe Rodriquez, John DeLeon, Sammy Sanchez, Ambrose Villela and Felix Hernandez.

Named honorary pallbearers are Leo Castro, Lupe Castro, Robert Garcia, Joe Trevino, Alfred Rosa, Duke Ellington, Lee Manzanalez, Joe Ellis and Martin Tijerina.

Survivors include his wife, Martha Garcia Zambrano of Edna; seven daughters, Ophelia Zambrano, Gloria Z. Manzanalez, Martha Villela, Elvira Rodriquez, Mary Lou Hernandez, Sylvia Sanchez and Margarrett DeLeon, all of Edna; four sons, Manuel III, Robert and Richard, all of Edna, and Frank of El Paso; three sisters, Eufemia and Eva Gonzales and Carlotta Martinez, all of Edna; two brothers, John of Beeville and Pete of Baytown; and 21 grandchildren.

Victoria Advocate, Sunday, July 1, 1984
 


Martha G. “Martina” Zambrano

Martha G. ‘Martina” Zambrano, of Edna, passed away Friday, Sept. 11, 1933, in Edna to the late Ben and Elvira Sanchez Garcia.

Martha worked as a housewife for many years, Martha touched the lives of many people with her smile and generosity, and maintained her trademark sense of humor all the way to the end. She also was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother and will be missed dearly.
  

She is survived by her daughters, Martha (Ambrose) Villela, Vera (Jose) Rodriguez, Mary Lou Zambrano, Sylvia (Jesse) Sanchez, Margarette Wright all of Edna and Ophelia (Steven) Birmingham of Victoria; sons, Frank (Norma) Zambrano Sr. and Robert (Trish) Zambrano both of Edna; sister, Louisa Siller of Edna; numerous grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Manuel Zambrano Sr.; daughter, Gloria Manzanalez; son, Manuel Zambrano and Ricky Zambrano; grandson, Michael Villela; great-granddaughter, Shaye Villela and granddaughter Alysha Willman and son-in-law Craig Willman.


Visitation was Sunday, Sept. 7 from 3-5 p.m., at Oaklawn Funeral Home with a Rosary at 5 p.m. The funeral Mass was Sept. 8 at 10:30 a.m. in the St Agnes Catholic Church with Rev. Michael Petering officiating. Burial followed in the Edna Latin American Cemetery.


Pallbearers were Joey Rodriguez, Sonny Villela, Gilbert Manzanalez, Jr. Felix Hernandez Jr., Justin Ramos, and J.J. DeLeon. Honorary pallbearers are all granddaughters, son-in-laws Jose Rodriguez and Ambrose Villela, and employees of Southbrooke Manor and Hospice of South Texas.


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

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, March 18, 2015
 


Richard A. Zambrano

Edna—Richard Alexander Zambrano, 25, of Edna died in Victoria Tuesday, June 11, 1991, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

Mr. Zambrano was born Feb. 9, 1966, in El Campo to Martha Garcia Zambrano and the late Manuel Zambrano and was a Catholic. He attended Edna High School.

Survivors: Mother; sisters, Gloria Manzanalez, Martha Villela, Mary Lou Hernandez, Elvira Rodriguez, Sylvia Sanchez, all of Edna, Margaret De Leon and Ophelia Willman, both of Victoria; brothers, Manuel and Robert Zambrano, both of Edna and Frank Zambrano of El Paso.

Visitation begins at 8 p. m. Thursday at the Slavik Funeral Home chapel.

The body will be taken to St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna at 9 a. m. Friday.

Rosary 9:30 a. m. Friday at St. Agnes Catholic Church.

Joint funeral Mass for Richard Zambrano, Craig William and Alysha Willman at 10 a. m. at the church, the Rev. Michael O’Shaughnessy, pastor of St. Agnes Catholic Church, officiating.

Burial for Richard Zambrano will be in Edna Latin American Cemetery, Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152.

Graveside services for Craig Willman and daughter will be held in Victoria at 2 p. m. Friday, Rosewood Funeral Home, Victoria, 573-4546.

Pallbearers: Gerale and Gilbert Manzanalez Jr., Michael, Sonny and Ambrose Villela Jr., Christopher Zambrano.

Honorary pallbearers:  Gabriel Manzanalez, Joe Robinson and Tracy Callis.

Victoria Advocate, Thursday, June 13, 1991
 


Martha "Martie" Pauline Zambrano-Torres

Mrs. Martha "Martie" Pauline Zambrano-Torres, of Pasadena, Texas, born on November 6, 1971 in Ganado, Texas, to Elizabeth Rosa Villalobos and the late Manuel Zambrano Jr., passed away at age 46 on June 17, 2018 in Pasadena, Texas.     

She was a Pre-K Teacher at The Children’s University, Inc. where she changed and impacted many young lives.     

Martha was married to Carlos Torres Jr..     

She is survived by her husband, Carlos Torres Jr.; mother, Elizabeth Rosa Villalobos; stepfather, Jose Villalobos Sr.; sons, Carlos R. Torres III and Jose Javier Villalobos Jr.; brothers, Christopher Zambrano Sr., Carlos Zambrano Sr., Alfredo Zambrano Sr. (Takesha); in-laws, Rey and Elfida Maldonado, Robert and Lisa Torres, Lawrence Sr. and Violet Torres, Jimmy and Paula Morin, Manuel and Marcella Martinez and Lucy Torres; nieces and nephews, Quida, Emmanuel (Kiara), Christopher Jr., Christina, Chazide, Carlos Jr., Tatiana, Alfredo Jr., Gabrielle, Christian, Monique, Toni, Serena, Domingo, David, Skye, Faith, Lawrence Jr. and 8 great nieces and nephews.     She also leaves behind her adored dog-daughter, Harley Jo Torres.     A memorial service was Wednesday, June 20 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Celestial Funeral Home, 1922 Strawberry, Pasadena, Texas, 77502

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, June 27, 2018
 


Guadalupe Hernandez Zamora

Edna—Funeral services for Guadalupe Hernandez Zamora, 30, of Edna, who died of gunshot wounds Friday morning, will be at 10 a. m. Monday at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna. The Rev. John Bily will officiate.

Burial will be in the Edna Latin American Cemetery, with Slavik Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ms. Zamora was shot six times with a .30-caliber carbine fired by her estranged common-law husband, Ernest Castro. After shooting her, Castro shot and killed himself.

Ms. Zamora was born Oct. 10, 1954, in Edna and was employed as a waitress at Pizza Hut in Edna.

She is survived by her three daughters, Victoria Zamora of Houston, and Leslie Anne and Sarah Linda Zamora of Edna; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hernandez Sr. of Edna; her grandmother, Mrs. Manuela Hernandez of Edna; three sisters, Janie Zamora of Houston, Emilie Zarate of Edna and Mary Linda Sertuche of Victoria; 10 brothers, Felix, Joe Jr., Ignacio, Lucio, Tommy, Johnny, Manuel, Jessie, Emilio and Domingo Hernandez, all of Edna.

Rosary will be recited at 8 p. m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Victoria Advocate, Sunday, September 8, 1985
 


Abigail "Abby" Zapata

Edna - Abigail "Abby" Zapata of Edna passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2013, at the young age of 25. She was born in Victoria, Texas, on May 23, 1988, to David Zapata and Esther Garza of Edna.

She was a loving mother, daughter, sister and aunt who will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Abby is survived by her parents; sons, Levi John Trevino and Karter Benny Vasquez; grandpa, John Samora; sister, Angelica Garza and husband Pedro.

She is preceded in death by her grandma, Eloisa Samora; stepdad, Tony Garza.

Visitation will be Monday, December 16, 12-2 pm in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be Monday, December 16, at 2:00 pm in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Mary Garcia will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Latin American Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Pedro Garza, Luke Samora, Miguel Nieto, Brandon Figirova, Jonathan Figirova and Greg Rodriguez.

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

Victoria Advocate, December 14, 2013
 


Angela Marie (Rios) Zapata

February 1, 1974 ~ October 3, 2021

Angela Marie Zapata, 47, of Edna went home to her Lord on Sunday, October 3, 2021. She was born on Friday, February 1, 1974 in McAllen, Texas to Maria Oralia Rios and Jose Guadalupe Rios. Angela was raised in Rio Grande City, Texas, with her parents and siblings, the entire family worked as migrant workers all over the country.  At the age of 18 she met and married Javier Zapata and they moved to Edna, Texas where they started a family, she then went to work at Friends of Elderly Citizens for eight years, after she retired from there, she stayed home to do the things she enjoyed which included cooking, and spending time with her family and friends.

Angela is survived by her husband, Javier Zapata, Sr., her daughter Maricruz Zapata Goss, and her son, Javier Guadalupe Zapata, Jr.  She has been preceded in death by her parents, grandparents; Manuela Guajardo, Santos Rios, Francisca Tamez and Felix Rios, her son-in-law; Jarrell "Jay" Goss, and her siblings; Lupe Rios, Aide Rios, Rosie Rios and Melilisa Rios.

There will be a Viewing on Thursday, October 7, 2021 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel.

Due to the increase on COVID-19 cases,  Social Distancing and Masks WILL BE recommended, for the safety of family and friends. 

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

Slavik Funeral Home
 


Adelaido “Lalo” V. Zarate

Edna—Services for Adelaido “Lalo” V. Zarate, 62, of Edna, who died Friday, will be held at 10 a. m. Monday, St. Agnes Catholic Church, the Rev Michael O’Shaughnessy, pastor, officiating.

Burial in Edna Latin American Cemetery, Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152.

Pallbearers: Manuel Zarate Jr., Phillip Zarate Jr., Joshua and Daniel Zarate, Bart De La Garza, Raymond Benavides.

Victoria Advocate, Monday, June 3, 1991
 


Eloisa Benavides Zarate

December 4, 1926 - January 7, 2022

Eloisa Benavides Zarate, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 7, 2022, at the age of 95. She was born in La Ward, Texas on December 4, 1926, to the late Eulalio Benavides and Juanita Acosta Benavides.

Eloisa was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother who will be dearly missed.

Eloisa is survived by her daughters, Janie Zarate De La Garza, and Debbie Zarate; son, JR Zarate; 12 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren; and many extended family members.  

She is preceded in death by her husband, Adelaido Zarate; daughter, Odelia Valdez; sisters, Olivia Ruiz, and Eva Sanchez; brothers, Frank Benavides, Candido Benavides, Alfred Benavides, Guadalupe Benavides, and Margarito Benavides.

Pallbearers will be Bart De La Garza, Joshua Zarate, Daniel Zarate, Nikolas Estrada, Joe Garza, and Raymond Benavides.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 16, 2022, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm with a rosary to be recited at 6:00 pm all in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 17, 2021, at 10:30 a.m., also in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Latin American Cemetery.

Oaklawn Funeral Home, Edna, Texas
 


Manuel Zarate Jr.

Manuel Zarate Jr., of Edna, went to be with our heavenly Father on Aug. 19, 2018, at the age of 68. He was born in Victoria, Texas, on Oct. 30, 1949 to the late Manuel Zarate Sr. and Josephine Jacinto Zarate.

Manuel served in the U.S. Army for 6 years before starting his career and retiring from Formosa Plastics as an Inspector of 21 years.

Manuel was a diehard Dallas Cowboy fan who never missed watching a game. He loved to be on the family ranch, a very hard working man that provided and would do anything for his family, friends, and was always there to gave a helping hand. Manuel was a very loving husband, wonderful father, caring brother, patient grandfather, respected uncle and a genuine friend who will be missed dearly.

He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Amelia Hernandez Zarate; daughters, Shawn Zarate and her fiancé Michael DelosSantos and Letecia Zarate; sisters, Mary Herrera, Jane Pena, Theresa (Candido) Benavides, Margie (Jose) Mendoza, and Yolanda (Michael) Robson; brothers, Jimmy (Sylvia) Zarate, Frank (Angie) Zarate; grandson, Manuel Adrian Zarate and Daniel Jose Zarate; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Manuel is preceded in death by his twin sister, Frances Ballin and brother, Daniel Trevino.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 24, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., with a Rosary to begin at 6:30 p.m., in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel.

A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 25, in the St. Agnes Catholic Church of Edna. Burial will follow in Latin American Cemetery. Father Michael Petering will be officiating.

Pallbearers will be Emilio Hernandez, Domingo Hernandez, Richard Hernandez, Carlos Sertuche, Pete Sertuche Jr., Felix Lopez, and Arnulfo Gonzalez.

Honorary pallbearers are Manuel’s two grandsons, Manuel Adrian Zarate, Daniel Jose Zarate, Pete Sertuche Sr., and Rodolfo Saldierna.

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

 Jackson County Herald-Tribune, August 29, 2018
 


Yvonne A. Zbranek

Edna—Yvonne Annie Zbranek, 52, of Edna, died Thursday, Dec. 4, 2003.

She was born Aug. 13, 1951, in Hallettsville, to the late Edward and Natalie Frances Appelt Zbranek. She was a homemaker and a Catholic.

Survivors: sister, Lillian Fowler of Edna; brothers, Alois Zbranek and Alton Zbranek, both of Hallettsville.

A rosary will be recited 12:30 Sunday at Slavik Funeral Home chapel.

Services will be 1 p. m. Sunday at the funeral home chapel, Mr. Francis Blanchard officiating.

Private graveside services will be at Red Bluff Cemetery. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.

Pallbearers: Chris Fowler, Rodney Fowler, Clarence Fowler, Alois Zbranek, Alton Abranek and Jimmie Appelt.

Victoria Advocate, Saturday, December 6, 2003
 


Cody James Zetka

Edna—Cody James Zetka, 22, of Edna passed away Friday, April 11, 2008 in a vehicle accident in Francitas. He was born Nov. 10, 1985, in Wharton to Patricia “Sissy” Shafer of La Ward and Robert James Zetka of Edna. He was a chemical tank cleaner for Midco Chemical Co. of Ganado.

He is survived by his parents; grandfather, Victor Zetka of Edna; sister, Kasey Lynn Zetka of Edna; and nephew, Kaleb Lane Paul Dalton of Edna.

He was preceded in death in death by his grandmother, Rowena Zetka and maternal grandparents, Paul and Alberta Polasek.

Funeral services will be at 9 a. m. Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Slavik Funeral Home in Edna. Burial will follow in Red Bluff Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Joey Neumann, Hunter Zetka, Clayton Zetka, Louis Zetka Jr., Brady Janca, Rex Moore, Justell Adams, and Bobby Tradowsky.

Honorary pallbearers: Travis Cortright and Chance Odell.

Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.

Victoria Advocate, Monday, April 14, 2008
 


Joe L. Zetka Sr.

El Campo—Joe Louis Zetka Sr., 57, of El Campo, died Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2001.

He was born Dec. 17, 1943, in Ganado, to the late Louis and Celestina Kocurek Zetka. He was a truck driver in the oilfield industry and a polka musician. He was a Catholic

Survivors: daughters, Leslie Williams of Ganado and Tina Schoelman of New Taiton; son, Joe Zetka Jr. of Glen Flora; brothers, Victor Zetka and Tommy Zetka, both of Edna and Robert Zetka of Stafford; and six grandchildren.

Preceded in death by: parents; sister, Margaret Hudson; and twin brother, Jimmy Zetka.

Visitation will begin at 11 a. m. today at Triska Funeral Home chapel.

Services will be 2 p. m. Friday at the funeral home chapel.

Burial will be at Red Bluff Cemetery in Edna. Triska Funeral Home, El Campo, 979-542-3681.

Pallbearers: Raymond Bayor, Nicholas Holliday, Rodney Fowler, Ben Orsak, Gregory Wendel and Richard Zack.

Honorary pallbearers: Chris Williams, John Schoelman, Patricia Zetka and Diane Neumann.

Memorials: St. Robert’s Catholic Church, 512 Tenger, El Campo 77437 or Sisters of the Incarnate Word, 1101 N. E. Water St., Victoria 77901

Victoria Advocate, Thursday, August 23, 2001
 


Nellie Mae Zacek Sanders Zetka
October 22, 1947 ~ February 27, 2021

 

Nellie Mae Sanders Zacek Zetka, 73 of Edna, passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021.  Nellie was born on October 22, 1947 in Jackson County, Texas to John T. Sanders and Emmie Tompkins Parr Sanders.  She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law; Louis B., III and Joy Zacek. She is preceded in death by her parents, also her husband Louis B. Zacek, Jr. 

There will be a Celebration of Life Service on Sunday, March 7, 2021 at 3:00 pm at Trinity Full Gospel Church, 514 Dugger St., Edna, TX 77957 with Pastor Joe Ramon officiating.

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

Slavik Funeral Home


Frank Zikhur

August 22, 1945 ~ February 15, 2024

Frank Zikuhr 78, passed away on February 15, 2024. He was a beloved father, husband, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Frank was born to Louis and Sadie Zikuhr on August 22,1945. He spent his formative years in Damon Texas. He went on to join the United States Army and later become a member of the Carpenters Union and work at STP. Throughout his career he was known for his hard work, dedication, and passion. He married the love of his life, Mary “Penny” Hurt, on February 22, 1975.

More than anything, Frank was a devoted father and grandfather. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, sharing stories, playing games, and telling jokes. He was always there to offer guidance, support, and encouragement, no matter what challenges they faced.

In his free time, Frank enjoyed spending time outdoors gardening, tinkering and being with his family. He was always eager to share his knowledge and skills with others. He loved to make people laugh and thought life was a gift.

Frank was preceded in death by mother Sadi Zikuhr (Loesch), Father Louis Frank Zikuhr, his wife Mary “Penny” Zikuhr, sister Bernice Bass, brother Earl Zikuhr, and daughter Tammy Zikuhr.

Frank is survived by his sister Betty Bullard, his sons and their spouses, Jason & Kalea Zikuhr, Timothy & Faith Zikuhr, and Brandon & Elizabeth Zikuhr, and his grandchildren, Alexcia, Alyssa, Kaylie, Jasmine, Jermaine, Alexis, Danni, Sadie, Cole Easton and Noah. His memory will be cherished by all who knew him.

A memorial service will be held for family and friends at the First Baptist Church 400 Buechman Rd. in Ganado on February 19, 2024, at 11am.

Slavik Funeral Home
 


Emil Ziegelbauer
Ziegelbauer Rites Held Wednesday At Slavik Chapel

Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 9:30 o’clock for Emil Ziegelbauer, 40, welder, who was found dead at the rear of the home at 309 Yuba Dam Street Christmas Day at 2:30 p. m. A single shot rifle was beside the body and there was one hole in the right temple.

Chief Deputy Sheriff Wayne Miller said Ziegelbauer’s wife informed him her husband had threatened suicide. No verdict had been returned Wednesday pending an investigation by Justice Joe Cherry.

Rev. B. Janacek officiated at the rites at Slavik Funeral Home. Burial was in the Ganado Cemetery [Assumption]. Pallbearers were Albert Supak, Louis Matocha, Joe Macha, Gus Hessler, Cyril Muzik and Joe Keen.

Ziegelbauer was born at Cistern March 4, 1914, a son of Edward Ziegelbauer of Ganado and the late Mrs. Alvina Tomecek. He moved to Edna recently from Ganado and was employed by the DeNeefe Welding Co. He had resided in the county five years.

Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Anita Ziegelbaure; two sisters, Mrs. Edna Supak of Ganado; a daughter, Mrs. Claudia Rubesh of Louise, and a son, Richard Ziegelbauer of Edna, and one grandchild.

Edna Herald, December 30, 1954
 


Mary Elaine Zikuhr

Mary Elaine "Penny" Zikuhr, 68, of Ganado passed away on Feb. 14, 2018. She was born on Nov. 6, 1949 to Kenneth and Annie Hurt in Bonham, Texas.

She is survived by her husband Frank; their children Tammy, Troy (Kalea), Tim (Faith) and Brandon (Elizabeth) Zikuhr; her 11grandchildren; her sister Paula (Preston) Chapman, Madonna Hurt, and her brother Phillip Hurt.

There will be a visitation beginning at noon on Saturday, Feb. 17, followed by a funeral service at 1:30 p.m. at Ganado Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ryan Carpenter officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Ganado City Cemetery.

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, February 21, 2018
 


Kristi Zimberg-Ott

Kristi Zimberg-Ott, 55 of Edna, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2019. She was born on March 17, 1964 to Stan and Sharon Zimberg.

There was a Celebration of Life Service for Kristi on Tuesday, April 2, from 5 to 7 p.m., with special memories by friends and family at 6 p.m. at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel.

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, Apr 03, 2019
 

 

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