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A. P. Davenport

Ganado—Funeral services for A. P. Davenport, 73, of Louise, who died Sunday evening in a Victoria hospital, will be held at 3 p. m. Tuesday at Wheeler Funeral Chapel in El Campo.

The Rev. Gail Baublet of Round Mott Church of God will officiate, with burial in Ganado City Cemetery.

Mr. Davenport was born Sept. 22, 1908 at Hahn, Texas, son of the late Lonnie H. Davenport and Kate Britton Davenport.

He was a retired Wharton county employee, and a veteran of World War II.

Survivors include five sisters, Mrs. Alma Lamkin, Mrs. Ella Ward and Mrs. Eunice Harrell, all of El Campo; Mrs. Nellie Rogers of Victoria and Mrs. Mattie Lee Redmon of Corpus Christi; two brothers, Roy Davenport of Inez and Duffy Davenport of Ganado.

Pallbearers will be Joe, Steve and Leslie Henderson; Gary and Duddly Frederickson, and Gene Glaze.

Victoria Advocate, Tuesday, August 24, 1982
 

Funeral Services Set For James Robert Davenport

Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Saturday at Taylor Brothers Funeral chapel for James Robert Davenport, 54, Clemville.

Davenport, a native Texan, died Wednesday.

The Rev. W. C. Kincaid will officiate and burial will be in Edna Cemetery.

Surviving are his wife; daughters, Mrs. Marguerite Hefper, Lake Charles; Mrs. Betty Drexler, Houston; Mrs. Rebecca Stromme, Lawton, Okla; sons, Robert and Grady Davenport, Houston; Chester Davenport, Astoria, Ore.; Clifton Davenport, Clemville; his father, James D. Davenport, Houston; five sisters and one brother.

Edna Weekly Herald, October 20, 1960
 

Cindy Lou Davis
August 28, 1957 - November 16, 2022

Cindy Lou Davis, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at the age of 65. She was born in Fort Worth, Texas on August 28, 1957, to the late James Davis and Dorothy Sue Davis.

Cindy was a beloved teacher for Edna ISD for 43 years. She was a loving sister, mentor, and friend who will be dearly missed.

Cindy is survived by her sisters, Glenda Barrera (Reyes) and Elizabeth Davis; brothers, Glen Davis (Lisa) and Jay Davis; her best friend, Julie Garza; along with numerous nieces and nephews.  

She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Dorothy Sue Davis.

Pallbearers will be Michael Garza, Mark Garza, Martin Garza, Jacob DeBord, Jeff Tipton, Matthew Kucera, Brad Kucera, and Reese Orsak.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 21, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., also in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Internment to follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna. Mr. Demetric Wells will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cindy Davis Memorial Scholarship c/o Edna High School, 1303 W. Gayle St., Edna, Texas 77957

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 

Ida "Cookie" Davis
November 21, 1946 - June 14, 2022

Ida “Cookie” Davis, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at the age of 75. She was born in Ganado, Texas on November 21, 1946, to Willie Hahn and Marie Blanar Hahn.

Cookie was a loving mother and grandmother who brought a smile to everyone’s face wherever she went and has always been the glue that bonded our family together. She continuously gathered the family for Holidays ensuring that everyone would have a lifetime of memories to remember her by. She was strong willed, caring, and had a heart of gold. She will be dearly missed, and always with us in our hearts.

Cookie is survived by her daughter, Tina Marie Howell and her husband, Billy, of Terrell, Texas; her brother, Glen Hahn of Baytown, Texas; and her two grandsons, Brandon R. Howell of Terrell, Texas, and Jarrett W. Howell of Tomball, Texas.  

She is preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Marie Hahn; her husband, David Davis; sisters, Evelyn Janssen, Doris Fleeman, and Virginia “Sweetie” Braddock; and brothers, Larry Hahn and Billy Hahn.

Pallbearers will be Brandon Howell, Jarrett Howell, Monty Hahn, Billy Janssen, Elgin Janssen, and Emil Kucera.

Funeral service will be held on Friday, June 17, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Edna, Texas. Interment to follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna. Pastor Paul M. Kaiser will be officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made in Cookie’s name to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 108 E. Gayle St., Edna, Texas 77957

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

www.oaklawnfhednatx.com

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, June 22, 2022
 

John L. Davis
October 3, 1962 ~ March 6, 2023

John Lee Davis, of Edna, Texas, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023 at the age of 60.  He was born in Victoria, Texas on Friday, October 3, 1962, to the late Betty (Parker) Davis and Gail Davis.

John is survived by his wife of 20 years, Melissa Davis; daughters, Trisha Figueroa (Roland); Lacey Fastle (Chris); Melanie Minter (Curtis); Samantha Minter (Bo); son Caleb Davis.  He was a proud grandfather to Samuel, Malachi, Charlotte and Luka.  He was a loving father, grandfather, uncle and friend who will be truly missed.

John was a graduate of Edna High School class of 1981.  He began his lifelong law enforcement career in 1983 when he graduated from Victoria Police Academy.  John served the State of Texas through local, state and federal agencies throughout his 40 year career in law enforcement.  Throughout his career he was a proud servant of Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Lavaca Navidad River Authority, Cuero Police Department and Texas Department of Criminal Justice Office of Inspector General where he was assigned to the Special Operations Group Fugitive Task Force with the US Marshal Service and Special Operations Group D 53 with the Drug Enforcement Agency.  Later in life he returned to local law enforcement through the Bee County Sheriff's Office, Victoria County Sheriff's Office, Jackson County Sheriff's Office and most recently, Goliad County Sheriff's Office where he was the Commander of Operation Lone Star Task Force.  In the months before his passing, John successfully led efforts to combat human and drug trafficking cartels and their criminal invasion into Texas.  The region-wide "Operation Lone Star Task Force" includes agencies from over 22 counties, US Border Patrol and Homeland Security.

Memorial services will be held on Monday, March 13, 2023 at 10:30 am at the First Baptist Church of Edna, Texas with Pastor Robert Krause presiding.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Coastal Bend Peace Officers Association Scholarship Fund, or an organization of your choice

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

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Donald Gene Dawes
January 15, 1933 - September 02, 2020

Donald Gene Dawes, 87, of Bay City passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 in Houston Texas. He was born January 15, 1933 in Cushing, Oklahoma to the late Charles Dawes and Adelia Turner Dawes.

Donald enjoyed hunting, camping with his Rice Belt Travel Club, and drinking coffee with the “Diamond S” coffee group.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents Clyde and Adelia Turner, and Charles Dawes. He is survived by his loving wife Earlene Dawes; daughter Donna Miller (Bruce); son Donnie Dawes (Janet); brother Herman Turner of Concord, CA; grandchildren Dustin O’Connell (Blair), Ashley Voltz (Kevin) and Shelby Lindsay (Cody), and five great-grandsons.

The family will receive friends and relatives beginning at 1:00pm Saturday, September 8, 2020 at the First Baptist Church in Bay City with Dr. Mike Zimmerman officiating. Funeral services will start at 2:00pm. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery.  Pallbearers are Kevin Voltz, Cody Lindsay, Dustin O’Connell, Donnie O’Connell, Kevin Rickaway and Jim Sheppard.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to First Baptist Church, 2321 Ave. F, Bay City, TX 77414.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Araceli G. Zavala De Cortes
September 5, 1961 ~ May 12, 2024

Araceli G. Zavala De Cortes, 62, of Ganado, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday May 12, 2024.  Araceli was born on September 5, 1961 to Arturo and Esperanza Zavala.  She married her husband, Jesus Cortes, Sr. on January 17, 1980 and together they had 3 children.  She is survived by her daughter Cindy Cortez, sons Juan Cortes and Jesus (Juanita) Cortes, Jr. and seven grandchildren.  Visitation will be Wednesday May 15, 2024 from 4:00pm-7:00pm with a rosary being recited at 6:00pm at the Ganado Funeral Home chapel.  Funeral mass will be held Thursday May 16, 2024 at 10:00am at Assumption Catholic Church with interment to follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery.  Pallbearers are Jesus Cortes, Jr., Juan Cortes, Reyjesus Cortez-Lara, Jose-Luis Cortez-Lara, Misail Cortez, and Michael Cortez.  Services are entrusted to the Todish family of Ganado Funeral Home.

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Reynold T. De La Garza

Reynold T. "Reno" De La Garza, 78, of Victoria, died Friday, July 14, 2000.

He was born Jan. 6, 1922, in McCoy, to the late Alfred Hograves and Anita Cassilas De La Garza. He was a retired carpenter at Zarsky Lumber Co. and a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church.

He was a U. S. Army veteran of World War II, having served as staff sergeant with the 160th Infantry in Bismarck Archipelago, Southern Philippines and in Luzon. He received the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign medal with three bronze stars, the Philippines Liberation medal and six overseas service bars.

Survivors: wife, Margaret Aguilar De La Garza; daughter, Linda Rodarte of Corpus Christi; sons, Robert De La Garza of Houston; sisters, Janie Hograves, Jorena Ledesma, Margaret Gonzales, Katy Hograves and Julia Brown, all of Poteet; brothers, Phillip De La Garza and John De La Garza, both of San Antonio and Raymond De La Garza of Edna; seven grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.

Preceded in death by: parents; step-father Ignacio De La Garza; brother, Alfred Hograves II.

Visitation will be after 1 p. m. today at Artero Memorial Chapels.

A rosary will be recited 7 p. m. today at the funeral home chapel.

Services will be 10 a. m. Monday at Assumption Catholic Church in Ganado, the Rev. Joseph M. Hybner officiating.

Graveside services with full military honors under the auspices of VFW, DAV, CWV, American Legion, Marine Corps League and the Military Order of the Purple Heart will be at Ganado Cemetery. Artero Memorial Chapels, Victoria, 575-3212

Victoria Advocate, July 16, 2000
 

Angelita De Leon
August 26, 1938 – July 2, 2021

Angelita De Leon, of Tahoka, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 2, 2021 at the age of 82. She was born August 26, 1938, in Victoria, Texas, to Guadalupe Trevino and Dominga Rodriguez.

Angelita was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing, quilting, and cooking, especially tamales. She loved to travel. Angelita’s greatest joy was spending time with her grandkids and great grandkids. She was a devout Catholic.

Angelita is survived by her sons, Benito De Leon, Jr. and wife Shannon of Edna, Texas, Jose De Leon of Washington, Manuel De Leon and wife Jennifer of Tahoka, Texas, and Fabian De Leon of Tahoka, Texas; daughters, Maria De Leon of Petty, Texas, Teresa Ochoa and husband Salomon of Lubbock, Texas, and Yolanda De Leon of Tahoka, Texas; and sisters, Francis Briones of Victoria, Texas, Paula Ramirez of Victoria, Texas, and Beatrice Perez of Houston, Texas. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Benito P. De Leon; her parents, Guadalupe and Dominga Trevino; and brother, Guadalupe Trevino, Jr.

Pallbearers will be Gabriel Flores, Bear Villareal, Joseph Villareal, Nikolas De Leon, Jeremiah De Leon, and Venita De Leon.

Honorary Pallbearers will be B’anca De Leon, Marcia Balderas, AngieLee Salinas, Abigail De Leon, and Ana De Leon.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm with a rosary to be recited at 6:30 pm in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral mass will begin at 10:00 am, on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna. Interment to follow in the Latin American Cemetery of Edna.

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

Oaklawn Funeral Home, Edna, Texas
 

Larry M. Deadrick
January 7, 1933 - March 2, 2019 

Larry M. Deadrick, 86, of Palacios, Texas passed away March 2, 2019.

He was born in Palacios, Texas on January 7, 1933, the son of Lawrence DeSoto Deadrick and Myrtle Shannon Deadrick.

Visitation and guest book registry will be Wednesday, March 6, 2019 from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in Bay City, Texas.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 202 Main Street in Palacios, Texas with Bishop R.B. Finlayson, eulogist.

Burial will follow at Palacios Cemetery.

Condolences may be shared with the family by fax (979) 476-3269 or online at duncanrobertsfh@gmail.com .

A detailed obituary will be published at a later date. Mr. Deadrick is survived by an enormous host of relatives and friends.

Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, 2500 Avenue C (JP David Blvd.) Bay City, Texas; 979-245-5197.

Bay City Tribune online

Larry's Life

Larry Moore Deadrick, was born in Palacios, Texas on January 7, 1933. He was the fourth child welcomed into the home of Myrtle (Shannon) and Lawrence DeSoto Deadrick. This loving family was truly the start of his remarkable life. He was educated at home, first and foremost, learning the basics of humility, responsibility and integrity. His mother was a homemaker, who focused on giving her best to her family, particularly sharing her love of reading and literature. His father was a seafood industry foreman, cattle rancher and scholar who loved learning and expanding one's knowledge base, for the sake of knowing how to live better and how to share that better life with others. He had a rich childhood, surrounded by a large extended family of grandparents, aunts and uncles and a passel of cousins. Christian values were taught, and church attendance was an undisputed must. He grew up, singing the songs of Zion, and reciting bible verses alongside his siblings and cousins. He also had "neighborhood friends" who became family - the Aparicio family, the Rodriguez family and the Polk/

Haynes family, to name a few. He learned to speak fluent and perfect Spanish from his childhood friends, a skill that would bode well for him throughout life.

As required and expected by his family, Larry excelled in school, starting with grades I - 8 at the Palacios Colored School, under the instruction and tutelage of Mrs. Lola V. Mulkey, Dr. Granville Sanford and the phenomenal Mrs. Carita Foley Sanford, He and his siblings spent one year in school in the Bell Bottom Community (east Matagorda County), Upon returning to the Palacios schools, he engaged in sporting events, oratory contests, choir and other activities in addition to pursing academic excellence with his classmates and all the students in the school. He often spoke fondly of the UIL competitions and stressed that they WON each time they performed. Though his father was a significant property owner and tax payer, the restrictions of segregation prevented further public schooling in Palacios, and for the 1947-48 school year, he enrolled in Solomon M. Coles High School in Corpus Christi, TX, living with his aunt and uncle Vera and Joe Reed, In 1948, he enrolled

in Hilliard High School in Bay City, Texas. It must be noted that he traveled daily, round trip on Continental Trailways bus, to attend school, as there was no transportation provided for Negro students to attend high school. His parents paid the fare, which was graciously discounted by the bus station managers, Mrs. Helen Ward and Mrs. Parchman, as they admired his drive and determination. While at Hilliard, he excelled in athletics (football, track and baseball). He also was an excellent student and "man around campus". He graduated with accolades and accepted a football scholarship to Wiley College. His career at Wiley was interrupted by service in the United States Army Air Corps. He was a paratrooper, serving at Fort Bliss (El Paso, TX), Camp Stewart (Georgia), Fort Bragg (North Carolina). He fondly recalled that all of his "night jumps" were performed at Fort Drum in upstate New York. He received an honorable discharge in March, 1955, and remained a proud veteran of the United States Military.

He returned to Wiley in 1955, this time focused on stoking the fires of academic pursuit. While he no longer was a student athlete, he still rallied around the purple and white of the Wiley Wildcats. With his academic pursuits focused, a young coed English Major, Miss Ruby Williams caught his attention. His personal assessment was... "she was popular, smart, beautiful and a recent inductee of the prestigious Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority - everything all in one". They matriculated English classes and she assisted him with composition and rhetoric, which developed into a relationship culminating in marriage. His senior year was filled with responsibility - he was a married man, and they welcomed their first child during the fall semester of 1957. He focused on completing major courses, student teaching and graduation (with brief sojourns into fun, with his jazz musician friends), receiving his BS in History in May, 1958.

He returned home to Palacios with his new family and worked with his father in various aspects of the seafood industry. As the family grew, so did his "itch" to utilize his academic achievements in a meaningful and challenging way. In 1964, he accepted a teaching/coaching position in Carver High School in Edna, Texas. Then, in 1966, he entered a contract with Palacios Independent School District, to teach US History at Palacios Jr. High School, He became the first African American teacher in the district. He welcomed this opportunity to display his knowledge, bringing all aspects of life into the classroom. He had his own way of teaching and was determined to allow students to grow and expand their knowledge base, regardless of the prescribed curriculum. He often touted that "knowledge is beyond books - it is life that allows us to think and reason and be the writers of those books". He transitioned to Palacios High School in 1971, where he finished his 31- year teaching career in 1996.

He has volumes of writings about his life and times at PHS, with quips about subjects from the mundane to the extraordinary. His writings detail outstanding students and challenging students. Those musings are peppered with names and events which resonated with him.

He was always pursuing and expanding his knowledge base. Graduate study was always an adventure. For several years, he researched programs concentrating his study in areas related to his field of interest, accepted and completed course work at Union College (Schenectady, NY) and Smith College (Northampton, MA) where he participated in one of the first programs where male students were allowed on-campus study. He completed course work to become a Driver's Education Instructor through Prairie View A&M University and then focused on master's study at Texas Southern University, earning the M.A. degree in 1973. He was a 9th and 10th Calvary specialist, producing a master's thesis (A Look at the 10th Calvary) which explored the origins and exploits of the Buffalo Soldiers. Further Ph.D. study was completed at Abilene Christian College and Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas where he was challenged by intellectuals and pundits alike. While at Trinity, he pursued a different avenue of interest, engaging in all law-related educators courses and focusing on the history, structure and functioning of the Texas Penal system. He could often be found "researching" at local libraries, attending lectures and serving on discussion panels. He was an educators' educator; focused on study for the love of learning, to improve one's life and lives of others.

Always working for his family, times of study were often preempted by work. For his family, he always had a side job, or two...or three, working on the bay in the seafood industry (opening oysters, loading ice bars, shrimping on the Captain Clyde with his brother or with the Seamans, the Bates, the Garcia brothers and many other commercial fishermen in the Palacios and Port Lavaca areas). Additionally, he was a Service Agent for the Neighborhood Youth Corps, taught Drivers Education, was a local tax return preparer, tutor, and hauled bales of hay for local farmers and ranchers. NOTHING was beneath him, when it came to honest labor, and he was grateful for the opportunity to earn every dollar.

Often, family vacations in the past 20 years included some historical tour where Larry D knew more (and shared much more detail) than the formally trained tour guides. The family vacations years expanded with retirement. The trips were epic for all..,.Disney Land, Pennsylvania Amish Country tours, the North Dakota Badlands, Vermont and New Hampshire tours, touring Seattle and side trips to Victoria, BC, driving the Pacific Coast Highway and visiting Hearst Castle, visiting the Winter Olympic Village, a phenomenal visit to the NFL Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, extensive touring in Boston, Salt Lake City, Nashville, traveling for various family reunions, professional sporting events (Cowboys, Texans and various collegiate teams) and numerous other treks across the country. Regardless of where he went, what he saw, learned and enjoyed, his ultimate satisfaction was always to return to Palacios, his haven of rest in the City by the Sea.

Raised in a Christian home, led by a father and mother who lived their testimony of holy living and demonstrating the compassionate heart of Christ to anyone in need, Larry was known for giving to others. His knowledge of scripture and Biblical history was massive, and he often incorporated "the Word" in his classroom teachings. Over the years, his participation in formal worship waned somewhat, but he never strayed from the teachings received in the home and a strong belief that "God can do anything but fail". In the late 1990's he professed renewed faith and a testimony of salvation, reuniting with The West Palacios Church of God. He became a covenant member, under the pastoral care of the late Bro. Roosevelt Ellis, Jr. He proudly accepted the responsibilities of Sunday School Superintendent, as his father before him faithfully served the church in the same capacity for several

decades. He remained a faithful member until his failing health prevented him from attending services, He continued Bible study and prayer, engaging his children, nieces and nephews, and many friends in discussions, scripture recitations and prayer - as recently as a few hours before his death.

On Saturday, March 2, he answered die call of his Creator, keeping the single appointment for which none will be tardy. His earthly journey ended, as his spirit was released in a goodbye to his loved ones on earth, he rejoiced with a greeting to his Savior and his loved ones in his heavenly home.  Predeceased by his parents, brothers Eugene Lawrence, LD, Jr., and Clyde, and his daughter Lara Kay Deadrick-Glasper, he is survived by his spouse of 62 years, Ruby Jean Williams-Deadrick, daughters Rossana Deadrick, Regina Deadrick and June Deadrick, son-in-law, Lynn "Chico" Glasper, granddaughter Stefani Farris, grandsons Brandon Farris and Larry Lynn Glasper, 3 great-grandchildren-Brandon, Bryne and Braya Farris, his beloved sister Winnie Mauryne Deadrick-Grigsby, aunt Martha Matthews, special first cousins Maxwell Cline Deadrick, Dolores Deadrick-Finlayson and Glennnie Carter, loving nieces, nephews, extended family, former colleagues and students, neighbors and friends.

He often shared that, at age 4, his mother taught him his first recitation, a memory gem:

"The height of great men reached and kept was not obtained by sudden flight;
But they while their companions slept, were toiling upward through the night."

Accordingly, he never met a stranger, and wanted to truly know everyone he met. He could connect people, places and events and was living proof that we are truly united under one heavenly Father. He will be missed immensely, and his "Larry Deadrick-Isms" will endure as along as a single individual whom he encountered breathes on earth. This was his life-long mantra; learned well and lived well.

From funeral program
 

Jennifer Tristan Dean
March 18, 1972 ~ February 13, 2022

Jennifer Tristan Dean, age 49, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and adoring wife to husband Toney Dean, passed away on February 13, 2022.  Jennifer was born on March 18th, 1972, in El Campo, Texas to Caroline Tristan (Cortes). She graduated from Ganado High School and had a long career in the healthcare field.  Jennifer grew up surrounded by her large family.  She enjoyed every minute spent with her siblings, numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and the family she gained in marriage.  As a mother and grandmother, she was generous, loving, and kind and she never missed a chance to spoil them as much as she possibly could.  She will be greatly missed by her family and especially her children and grandchildren: Mariah, Caroline, Edwin, Jr., and Sirena who adore her will all their hearts.

Jennifer is preceded in death by her mother Caroline Cortes and brother Christopher Tristan, Sr. She is survived by husband Toney Dean, Daughters Mariah Kirby (Edwin, Sr.), and Caroline Dean, grandchildren Edwin Baites, Jr., Gianna Baites, and Sirena Baites, stepfather Jose Cortes, Father Oscar Jimenez, sisters Sarah Gonzalez (Manuel), Maria Cortes (Marc), sister-in-law Erica Gutierrez Tristan, nieces Emma Gonzalez, Hannah Gonzalez, Sophie Gonzalez, Samantha Mendez, and nephews Javier Facio, Christopher Tristan, Jr. and Benjamin Mendez.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 16th, 2022, at Ganado Funeral Home Chapel from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm with a rosary being recited at 6:00 pm.  Graveside services will be held at the Assumption Catholic Cemetery on Thursday, February 17th, 2022, at 10:00 am.  A reception will be held immediately after the service at the Parish Hall.

Pallbearers will be Primitivo Tristan, III, Manuel Gonzalez, Marc Mendez, Keith Childs, John Hardeway and Jacory Robinson.  Honorary Pallbearers are her grandchildren, nieces, nephews, Edwin Baites, Sr., stepchildren, step grandchildren and Adele "Granny" Dilworth.

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

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, February 16, 2022
 

Dell Newton Dearen

BRYAN - Dell Newton Dearen, 90, of Bryan, TX formerly of Ganado, TX passed away on Sunday January 18, 2015. Dell was born on April 11, 1924 to the late Jesse and Ruby Dearen in Quanah, TX. Dell is preceded in death by his parents, his brother and two sisters.

He is survived by his loving wife Leen Sims Dearen, the love of his life for 64 years. Dell enjoyed singing in the church choir, when he wasn't building or repairing something. He was a loving father to his son, Roy Keith Dearen and his daughter, Tamie Dearen Erratt and husband Bruce Erratt. He was 'Gramps' to Alyssa Erratt Pittman and husband Drew Pittman, and Avery Erratt Jones and husband Spencer Jones and Great-Grandson, Oleg Jackson Pittman.

Dell was a gentle soul who demonstrated the servant-love of Jesus in every word and deed. His family will miss him greatly, but Heavens' Choir has gained a great bass singer.

The service will be Wednesday, January 21, at 2:00 pm. Graveside at Ganado City Cemetery, Ganado, Texas.

The family suggest memorial contributions be sent to Hospice Brazos Valley.

Services are under the direction of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third St. Ganado, 361-771-2120.

Victoria Advocate, January 20, 2015
 

James Carroll Deen

James Carroll Deen of Bay City, Texas was born October 10, 1956 in Texas City, Texas to his loving parents, Alvin and Hazel Deen. He was called to his heavenly home on July 17th, 2021, at the age of 64, after a battle with Glioblastoma, brain cancer.

James was a 1975 graduate of Industrial High School and attended Wharton Jr. College earning two Associate’s Degrees in Electronics. He worked various plants around the area but spent most of his career as a signalman with Union Pacific Railroad and then as an electrician at STP Nuclear Operating Company where he retired in 2018.  

James is preceded in death by his father Alvin Deen and is survived by his loving mother, Hazel Pearl Deen of Francitas, Texas; his loving wife, Sherrie Deen of 25 years of Bay City, Tx; adopted son Anthony Deen of Marshall Missouri; step-daughters Rachel Rose and Mindy George of Bay City, step-son Bodie Rose and his wife Lori of Youngsville, Pa; his brother Bruce Deen of Vanderbilt, Tx. and sister Cindy Buckles and husband Jim of Edmonds, Washington.

James will also be missed by his uncle, many nieces, nephews, cousins and grandchildren.

James had a kind and generous heart and was loved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed by so many. James's favorite saying was “I could have been a genius but I gave it up to be happy."

Memorial for James will be Monday 7/26/2021, at Nichols Street Church of Christ, Bay City, Tx., 10:00 am.

Bay City Tribune, July 21, 2021
 

Mrs. Cleo DeHaven

Ganado--Mrs. Cleo Huseman DeHaven, 63, of Huntsville died Saturday in a Huntsville hospital following a short illness.

A daughter of the late Benjamin and Amanda Wiede Huseman, she was born March 1, 1919 in Brenham.

She had been owner of a day care center.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Monday at St. James Lutheran Church in Ganado under the direction of Wheeler Funeral Home, El Campo. The Rev. Norman Diehl will officiate.

Burial will be in Ganado City Cemetery.

Surviving are her husband, Robert S. DeHaven of Huntsville; a daughter, La Juan DeHaven Boyd of Bryan; a sister, Bessie Lee Tharp of Bay City; and three grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a son, Dan Robert DeHaven.

Victoria Advocate, Sunday, February 6, 1983
 

Robert DeHaven

Bryan—Robert S. DeHaven, 72, of Bryan, and native of El Campo, died Thursday in a Bryan hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a. m. Saturday at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in College Station with the Rev. Jonathan Linman, pastor, officiating.

Graveside services will follow at 4 p. m. at Ganado City Cemetery under direction of Hillier Funeral Home of Bryan.

Mr. DeHaven was born Dec. 19, 1915, in El Campo and was a retired Texas Department of Corrections prison guard.

Surviving are a daughter, LaJuan Boyd of Bryan; a sister, Vera Meador of Houston; a brother, Tom DeHaven of El Campo; and three grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Cleo Huseman DeHaven.

Victoria Advocate, Saturday, August 13, 1988
 

Marcelino DeLeon
February 2, 1944 ~ May 14, 2024

Marcelino DeLeon, 80, of Edna went to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday May 14, 2024.  Marcelino was born on February 2, 1944, to Isabel and Maria DeLeon.  He is survived by daughter Diana Zayas (Juan), sisters Ramona Herrera and San Juanita Soria, brother Isabel "Chavelo" DeLeon Jr., three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, also a beloved nephew: Juan "Johnny" DeLeon, he has been preceded in death by his parents; Isabel and Mary DeLeon, brothers; Jacinto DeLeon and Benito Deleon

Visitation will be Sunday May 19, 2024 at Slavik Funeral Home chapel from 1:30pm-4:00pm.  Funeral service will be Monday May 20, 2024 at Slavik Funeral Home chapel at 11:00am with interment to follow at Edna Latin America Cemetery. 

Pallbearers are Ricky Sanchez, JJ DeLeon, Justin Ramos, Derrick Ramos, Christopher DeLeon and Carlos Hernandez.  Honorary pallbearers are Stefanie Mojica, Jennifer Ramos, Nathaniel DeLeon, Matthew DeLeon, Maleak Ramos, and Marcus Valle. 

Services have been entrusted to the Todish family of Slavik Funeral Home.

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Bertha Ann Denbow
February 24, 1931 - July 12, 2022

Bertha Ann Genzer Denbow, 91, of Ganado passed away July 12, 2022.  She was born February 24, 1931 in Midfield, TX to the late Ves Hale and Grace Aiken Hale.

She worked for 14 ½ years at HEB in Bay City.  After retiring in 1980, she joined the Midfield homemakers Club.  She was also a lifetime member of the VFW Post 2438 Ladies Auxiliary in Bay City.  Her hobbies were quilting and crocheting.  She crocheted caps for MD Anderson, striving to make at least 12 caps per month.

Bertha was known as “Miss Bertie” to her friends, but to her grandchildren she was simply “Granny” of “Badger”.

She was preceded in death by her husbands George Genzer and Francis “Red” Denbow and by her son Jerry Genzer.

Survivors include her daughter Mary Ann Country of Conroe; daughter-in-law Kathy Genzer of Ganado; grandsons Ronnie Genzer (Tenna) and Robert Genzer; great grandchildren Christina and Cody Cornelius, Allyson and Jay Thielen and Lance and Loren Genzer; 5 great-great grandchildren Nicholas, Cadence, Coton, Allyce and George and sisters Kathryn Baldwin of Bryan, Patricia Hale of Mexia and Loretta Carter of Midfield.

Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Friday, July 15, 2022 at Nichols Street Church of Christ; 1200 Nichols Street; Bay City, TX 77414.  Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM with Matt Springfield officiating.  Interment will follow at Midfield Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be Lance Genzer, Bo Crain, Logan Harvey, Jay Thielen, Clay Barnett and Scott Barnett.

Bay City Tribune, July 17, 2022
 

Francis Denbow
October 24, 1922 - February 8, 2007

Francis “Red” Denbow, 84, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2007 in Ganado, TX. He was born October 24, 1922 in Belcher, Louisiana to the late William Forrest & Pinkie Belle Smith Denbow. Red was a retired Gauger for Marathon Oil Co., a World War II Army Veteran, a lifetime member of VFW Post 2438 in Bay City, and a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.

Survivors include wife: Bertha A. Denbow of Ganado; 3 daughters: Sandra Ann Burchett of Ben Hur, VA, Nancy Dean Schilling of Bay City, and Mary Ann Country of Conroe; son: George Jerry Genzer of Ganado; and 7 grandchildren: Sheila, Rachel, Nancy Virginia, Bethany, Shannon, Ronnie, and Robert. Red was preceded in death by his parents; sister: Edythe Carter; 3 brothers: Herman, Harold and Elmer Denbow; and grandson: Ronnie Giger, Jr.

The Family will receive visitors from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Saturday at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, February 11, 2007 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tom Morgan officiating. Interment will follow at Midfield Cemetery with VFW Honors. Pallbearers will be: Manuel Basquez, Robert Gary, George Keller, Gary Magee, Danny Perez, and Billy Ray Trahan. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Grandsons: Ronnie and Robert Genzer; and Members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and VFW Post 2438. Memorials may be made to Hospice of South Texas, 605 East Locust, Victoria, TX 77901. Arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home (979) 245-4613.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Sammie Dennis Sr.

Edna--Sammie Dennis Sr., 79, of Ganado, died Saturday night in a Ganado hospital following a short illness.

Born. Dec. 27, 1905 in Jackson County, he was a businessman in Edna and a member of Oakmon United Methodist Church of Ganado. He owned Cash and Carry Liquor Store in Edna.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p. m. Thursday at Scruggs United Methodist Church in Edna. The Rev. Maurice Washington will officiate

Burial will follow in Ganado Community Cemetery under the direction of Cook-Butler Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be grandsons, Richard Williams, Anthony and Morris Dennis, Reggie McKnight, Major Dennis Jr. and Ornan Eldridge. Honorary pallbearers will be Clifford Caesar, Lincoln Edwards, Hugh Hines, Howard Callis, Lorrian Jones and Sylvania Bowman.

Surviving are six daughters, Ossie Lee Dennis of Houston, Geraldine Sargeant of Edna, Sallby B. McKnight of El Campo, Grace Eldridge of Houston, Rosie Gipson of Thousand Oaks, Calif., and Patricia Jones of Houston; three sons, Major Dennis Sr. of Edna, Sammie Dennis Jr. of Atlanta, Ga. and Jake Larry Dennis of Houston; a sister, Lillian Pulliam of Houston; a brother, Porter Dennis of Houston; a brother, Porter Dennis of Houston; 22 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Victoria Advocate, August 7, 1984
 

Mr. James Devers

Mr. James Devers, a native of Jackson County, passed away at the home of a daughter in Houston on January 5, 1949. He was born in Ganado June 15, 1876.

He lived here all his life with the exception of the last 13 years, when he moved to Pasadena to live with one of his daughters. He followed the carpenter trade while here.

Survivors are three daughters: Mrs. Lucy Quinn of Arcola; Mrs. Ruby McKinney of Pasadena, and Mrs. Edith Clark Oakland, California, three granddaughters and six grandsons.

Services were held in the Ganado Baptist Church January 7th, with Rev. Daniel Hogan officiating. Interment was in the Ganado Cemetery.

His six grandsons were pallbearers.

Edna Weekly Herald, Thursday, January 13th, 1949
 

Charles "Larry" Lawrence Dial
January 6, 1944 ~ July 19, 2023

Charles Lawrence "Larry" Dial passed away on July 19, 2023 at his home in Edna.

Larry is survived by his wife, Linda Jo Hoffman Dial, and his three daughters, Daphne and Kenneth Buetler, Debbie and Lucas Kreitz and Shauna and Dave Lopez,  seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren, also his sisters; Dianne Metcalf and her husband Jimmy, Cathy Callaway and her husband Montie and Candis Laird and her husband Herschel, and brother Clarence Ray Dial and his wife, Connie. 

Larry loved the Lord and his 1611 King James Bible.  He gave generously to charitable causes.  Larry served his country by serving in the U. S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. 

Per Larry's request, no services will be held.

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Ernest Dippel

Mr. Ernest Dippel, a well known Jackson County farmer, and a candidate for commissioner of precinct 3, died in a Cuero hospital at 8:30 o’clock Tuesday morning, where he had been for two weeks under treatment for heart trouble.

The remains were brought to Edna Tuesday afternoon where they lay in state at the Hevelka Funeral Home until Wednesday morning at 9:30 o’clock at which time they were taken to his old home at Industry, Austin County, and laid to rest in that cemetery at 4:00 P.M. Wednesday.

Mr. DIPPEL was born at Industry, July 12, 1885, hence had just passed his 57^th birthday.  He moved to Jackson County seven years ago and located in the Vanderbilt prairie section on the farm of Rose & Sample.  He was considered an industrious and successful farmer, and enjoyed a large circle of friends.  He had suffered from heart trouble for the past several years and not long since suffered an attack while in town.  He was later taken to Cuero hospital for treatment.

Mr. DIPPEL is survived by his wife and five children, and eleven grand children.  The children are: Mrs. Raymond Warren of Columbus, Mrs. Clarence Heinchel of Edna, Mrs. Jim Williams of Columbus, Miss Josephine Dippel of Houston and LeRoy Dippel of Columbus.

The Herald joins the other friends of the family in extending sympathy in their hour of sorrow.

Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 37, No. 18, Ed. 1 Thursday, July 23, 1942, newspaper, July 23, 1942, page 1.

Courtesy of Heather Jennings
 

Dwight David Dittrich
December 19, 1952 ~ June 23, 2024

Dwight David Dittrich, 71, of Cordele, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024.  He was born in Ganado in 1952 to Alvin and Evelyn Dittrich.  Dwight was preceded in death by his father and mother Alvin and Evelyn.  He is survived by his sister Claudia (John) Krauser of Goliad, nephew Leland (Allison) Krauser of Cuero, nephew Walter Krauser of Corpus Christi, and nephew Brandon Krauser of Corpus Christi. Graveside services will be held on Friday June 28, 2024, at 10:00am at Memory Gardens of Edna. 

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Agnes "Vickie" Victoria Doelitsch
November 28, 1961 ~ May 29, 2022

Agnes Victoria "Vickie" Doelitsch, age 60, passed away unexpectedly on May 29.  Her loving and generous heart will shine forever and will be a beacon of light for all who loved her.  Vickie was the 8th child born to Ocie and Agnes Fikes.  Vickie and her beloved husband of some 40 years, Jimmy Doelitsch, were devoted to one another and led lives focused on God, family, and community.

Vickie had an unwavering faith in God, and her faith continued growing stronger.  She loved the Rosary, had a great devotion to Saint Michael, and made sure her grandchildren said their night prayers and prayed before meals.

Vickie was always known for going that extra mile for anyone in need.  Several times, she coordinated days of baking dozens of cupcakes, cookies, loaves of bread for First Responders and fixing Christmas gifts for nursing home residents for her grandchildren to help and deliver, teaching them the importance of giving and serving others.  She was always ready to help with projects for Saint Agnes CCD, especially if she could stay in the background.  She recently heard of a family in need, so she quickly raids her grandchildren's closets for clothes they didn't wear or have outgrown and games they didn't use and then hit the stores in Victoria to buy clothes.  By the time she finished collecting items, she and her daughter delivered a carload to a most grateful family.  Her love of charity was truly for God and making people happy and not for recognition.

She was filled with a bravery that most don't have.  Witnessing a wreck involving an 18-wheeler, she did not hesitate to jump into a dangerous situation and kept talking to the driver, while having his wife on the phone, keeping them both calm until the EMS arrived.  A new friendship was born out of her act of courage.

Vickie had a great sense of humor and loved playing tricks and jokes on people to get them laughing, as for her, laughter was a great medicine to be shared.  She loved cuddling up in bed and reading stories to her grandchildren when they were young.

She had a passionate love affair with her flowers and plants.  Despite floods, drought, or insects, her home was always surrounded by beautiful flowering plants which she took great pride in.  Recently, she started seedlings of what seems like hundreds of every imaginable herb she could find, even those she never heard of.  Having no idea what she'd do with all of them, but she was sure she could find people to give them to.

She also had a great love and passion for God's creatures, any type of animal.  She now has 4 cows/calves that she adored and leaves behind.

Vickie is survived by her devoted husband, Jimmy Doelitsch; their prize possessions, their children, Bobby and Jessica Doelitsch, Amy Doelitsch, Christy White.  Her life was blessed with beautiful grandchildren:  Madison Kucera, Meghan Kucera, Delaney Doelitsch, Gary Doelitsch, Joshua Doelitsch, Brianna Doelitsch, Taylor Ebeling, Caitlyn Slaughter, Justice White and with three great-grandchildren: Emalyn Ebeling, Grace Ebeling, and Malik Lopez.  She is also survived by her siblings: Louis and Vlasta Fikes, Barbara Wulf, Thomas and Bernice Fikes, Mary Nell and Carl Jones, Dominic, Chris and Debbie Fikes, and Pat and Jan Carl Kromka.

Vickie joins her son, Dusty Joe, who died at birth and whom her heart has always ached to hold.  Mother and son are finally reunited.  Preceding her in death, besides her son, and her parents, are her brother Timothy Fikes, grandparents Frank and Bessie Fojtik and Oscar and Ora Fikes, her father-in-law, George Doelitsch, and her brother-in-law Paul Wulf.

Vickie was loved by so many.  Her generous spirit, kind heart, love of God, love of animals and flowers and plants will live forever in the hearts of those that love her.

Pallbearers are Thomas Fikes, Chris Fikes, Robert Fojtik, Michael Fojtik, C.J. Fikes, and Randy Janis.

Her life will be celebrated on Monday, June 6th, beginning with a visitation from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, with a Rosary being recited at 9:30 am, followed by the Funeral Mass at 10:00 am at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in Edna, with Father Greg Korenek officiating, followed by burial at Saint Joseph's Cemetery in Yoakum.

In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to make a donation, may donate to Jimmy Doelitsch in care of Russell Todish at Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna, TX 77957 to help the family defray the cost of the funeral, or donor's choice.

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

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Henry Monroe Dollery , Jr.
October 7, 1945 ~ March 24, 2023

Henry Monroe Dollery, Jr., resident of Mason, Texas passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the age of 77 at his son's home in Victoria, Texas on March 24, 2023.  He was born on October 17, 1945, in Edna, Texas where he grew up and attended the the local schools.  Henry was the middle child of the late Henry Monroe Dollery, Sr. and the late Estella Rose Dollery.  He was preceded in death by both his parents, his older sister Dorothy Marie Casmir, and his infant daughter Barbara Lynn Dollery.

Henry is survived by his wife Glenda Sharon Collins Dollery, whom he married on May 4, 1974 (married just shy of 49 years), his youngest sister Mary Joyce Allgood, his daughter Tessia-Ann Stastny (Julius), sons, Carlton Ivan Dollery, (Debbie), Cody Shane Dollery, (Elizabeth), and Clint Hoyt Dollery (Jacquelin Sutton), grandchildren, Dustin Orsak (Cari), Bradley Innocenti, James Dollery (Ashley), Sayrah McDuff (Randall), Julia Stastny, Julius JonHenry Stastny, Hunter Dollery, and four great-grandchildren, Sadie Innocenti, Riley McDuff, Lexi Innocenti, Kaden McDuff, and the 5th Everett Graham Dollery due in May.

Henry spent his early life running his own welding shop in Edna, Texas building horse trailers and chasing his passion of tie down calf roping.  In 1974 after he and Glenda married, he embarked upon his 40 plus years of traveling the United States working as a high-pressure pipe welder for various major oil companies.  Often being asked by fellow coworkers where he went to welding school, he would reply "I did not go to welding school, the Man upstairs taught me how to weld."

Henry and Glenda are members of the First Assembly of God Church in Edna, Texas and media members of the Family Worship Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Funeral Services will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at the First Assembly of God in Edna, Texas with Brother David Murff officiating.  Burial will be at the Wilkerson Family Cemetery in Morales, Texas.  Pallbearers will be Bradley Innocenti, Julius JonHenry Stastny, Dustin Orsak,  James Dollery, Hunter Dollery, and nephew, Eddie Holland.  Honorary pallbearers are Sayrah McDuff and Julia Stastny.  Following the burial, a light lunch will be served at the First Assembly of God Fellowship Hall.

The family would like to thank the staff of Harbor Hospice, especially nurses, Traci Pearce and Marlie Salazar throughout his time with them, as well as Chaplain Rand for his spiritual support.  We would also like to thank Henry's daughter-in-law, Debbie Dollery for her over and beyond compassionate care of him in his final days.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the First Assembly of God Church in Edna, Texas, or a charity of the donor's choice.

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

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Elvie R. Dorris

A funeral mass for Elvie R. Dorris was held at 10 a. m. Monday, September 26, at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church in Houston with Father Picard officiating.

Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery in Richmond. Rosary was recited at Earthman Funeral Home in Bellaire Sunday at 6 p. m.

Son of the late Samuel A. and Hattie Jones Dorris, he was born in Collegeport on January 28, 1919. He moved with his parents to Palacios when about four years old where he lived until he entered the service in World War II and served in an Anti-tank battalion as Staff Sgt.

After the war he and his wife, Martha, lived in Ganado where he operated his own business, later moving to Houston where he worked as a diesel mechanic until the time of his illness. He died Saturday, September 24, in Westbury Hospital after a long illness.

He is survived by his wife, Martha Shimicek Dorris; five sons, Lee Roy, Kenneth, Sammie and Ronnie, all of Houston and Allen of Cleveland, Ohio; four daughters, Patricia Gunter of Pasadena, Delores Fontenot, Caroline Huff and Mary Kathleen Shalor, all of Houston; three brothers, Charles A. Doris of Deer Park, Howard Dorris of Alvin and Edward Dorris of Port Aransas; four sisters, Lesta Huff of College Station, Gladys Wilson of Raymondville, Joy Richey and Glenna Fitzmorris of Palacios and seven grandchildren.

Palacios Beacon, September 29, 1977
 

Lois Euneva Brown Dorsey

Port Lavaca—Lois Euneva Brown Dorsey, 94, of Port Lavaca, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010, in Ganado. She was born Jan. 4 1916, in Neuvro, to Gertrude Jerrell. She was a homemaker and a lifelong member of the Eastern Star—Palacios and Bay City.

She is survived by her daughter, Joy Wehmeyer and husband Henry of Port Lavaca; son, Carlton Dorsey and wife Carol of Edna; sister, Eunice Hiltpold and husband, Milton of Danevang; two grandchildren, Russell Dorsey and Ty Dorsey; and three great-grandchildren, Britney Utley, Courtney Janecek and Ashley Dorsey.

She was preceded in death by her mother and her husband, Oliver Ray Dorsey.

Graveside services will be at 11 a. m. on Saturday, July 31, 2010, at Palacios Cemetery with Dennis Wittnebert officiating.

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

Victoria Advocate, July 29, 2010
 

Frances Ganelle Dragoo

Frances Ganelle Dragoo passed away peacefully at The Courtyard Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Victoria, Texas, on March 4, 2023, at age 95.

She was born on October 20,1927 in Atlanta, Georgia to John C. and Reggie Poole Segars. Following graduation from High School, she moved to Charleston, South Carolina, and began working at the U.S. Naval Base, where she met the love of her life, Floyd Dragoo. They were married in Charleston on September 15, 1945.

Prior to Floyd’s death in 2001, they had been married for 55 years. Eventually, they moved to Victoria, Texas during the 1960’s. Frances worked for the Victoria Police Department, Investigation Division, retiring after 20+ years. She was an active member of the Eastern Star, Victoria Chapter, and served in many various positions through the years. In the mid-1980’s, she and Floyd purchased their five-acre property outside of Edna, named it Avalon, and built their beautiful retirement home. She loved walking out in the country where she watched the deer and birds.

She was an active member of Edna United Methodist Church and participated in her Sunday School Class and the UMW group. As her health began to decline, she moved to The Courtyard in Victoria. Recently, Victoria Hospice also assisted with her care. The family is very thankful for the comfort and care she received during her later years.

Frances loved to read and spent many hours of enjoyment immersed in a good book. Through the years, her most favorite reading was found in her precious Bible! She truly loved the Lord and reading His word.

Frances was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Floyd in 2001; her daughter, Laura McPherson in 1991; and her son, Floyd Jr. “Stormy” Dragoo in 2008.

She is survived by her son-in-law, Robert (Shelby) McPherson; her grandchildren, Michael McPherson, Matthew McPherson, Patrick McPherson, Emily Hall, Joseph (Meghan) Hall; three great-grandchildren, Amelia, Breamon and Caleb Hall; along with several nieces and nephews and one brother-in-law, Louis (Bill) Dragoo.

Visitation will be held on March 18, at 10 a.m. at Rosewood Funeral Chapel, with funeral services beginning at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Methodist Church in Edna, Texas or Victoria Hospice.

There is a saying about aging. “Getting old is like climbing a mountain; you get a little out of breath, but the view is much better.”

We can only imagine the view that our beloved Granny is enjoying right now! Until we meet again.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, March 15, 2023
 

Floyd Drewry

Ganado—Floyd Ray Drewry, 70, of Ganado died Monday at his residence.

He was born July 23, 1919, in McCrory, Ark., to the late Frank James and Nora Peters Drewry. Mr. Drewry worked for the Transcontinental Pipelines for 31 years. He was a veteran of World War II and a past sergeant in the Army.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10 a. m. at Wheeler Funeral Home Chapel in El Campo with the Rev. Orville Roberts and the Rev. Richard Baurs officiating.

Burial will follow in the Ganado City Cemetery under the direction of Wheeler Funeral Home.

Surviving are his wife, Margaret Drewry of Ganado; three daughters, Evelyn Tise of Ganado, Beverly Konarik and Debra Rod, both of El Campo; two sisters, Marie Bentley of Bandera and Juanita Fike of Rossville, Ga.; a brother, James A. “Red’ Drewry of Mandeville, La.; and eight grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be A. G. Alderson, Henry Alderson, A. L. Tarver, Bill Hawkins, D. B. Williams and Frank Tise.

Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Konarik and Jerry Konarik.

Victoria Advocate, Wednesday, August 23, 1989 & Thursday, August 24, 1989
 

Gracie Mae (Miller) Drexler
September 11, 1949 ~ October 15, 2023

Gracie Mae Miller Drexler, 74 of Edna, Texas went to her Heavenly Home on Sunday, October 15, 2023.

Gracie was born on September 11, 1949 in Yoakum, Texas to Otis Mae Miller and Terry Miller, Sr.  Gracie married the love of her life, Robert Drexler on May 11, 1968, Gracie and Robert were married for 36 years before his sudden passing.

Gracie was known for her love of the Lord and sharing his word to anyone she came in contact with.  Gracie enjoyed handing out God's word through her bookmarks.  Gracie never met a stranger when it came to sharing the Lord's word.  Gracie was also known for her "sweet rice" at all family gatherings.  Gracie's  hobbies included sewing, working in the yard, and loved spending time with her family.  Gracie was loved by so many.

Gracie is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Drexler, brother Donald "Snuffy" Miller, sister, Patsy Shafer, and her parents, Otis and Terry Miller, Sr. 

Gracie is survived by her loving daughter Tammy and husband Stuart Kubenka, son, John Drexler, grandson, Mitchell and Myrannah Williams, granddaughter, Meagan Williams and Kyle Sparkman, granddaughters, Carlee Drexler, Colbie Drexler and Saylor Drexler, grandsons, Koen and Cayson Drexler, and step-grandsons, Blayke and wife Kaci Kubenka and Quinton Kubenka.  Gracie is also survived by brothers, Terry and wife, Lea Anne Miller, Robert and wife, Maura Miller, and Charles "Butch" Miller.  Gracie is also survived by her seven great-grandchildren; Carter and Canon Sparkman, Aspyn and Gracelynn Williams, and step-great-grandchildren; Codie, Harley, and Kash Kubenka.

Visitation will be October 20, 2023 at 10:00 am.  Celebration of Life Service will begin at 11:00 am, followed immediately by a meal in the Fellowship Hall at First Assembly of God Church in Edna with Pastor David Murff officiating.  In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted to help defray Gracie's Funeral Expenses.

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

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Elmo "Pete" Duke, Sr.

Funeral services for Elmo "Pete" Duke, Sr., 84, will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2000 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with the Rev. Charles Dwomoh officiating. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery in Blessing. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2000 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home chapel.

Mr. Duke left his life here on earth and went to join his Lord in Heaven on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2000 at Citizens Medical Center in Victoria. He was born in Eagle Lake on Nov. 16, 1915 to Roma Duke and Fannie Miles Duke.

He grew up in Iowa Colony where he was a rice farmer for many years. He loved the outdoors and spent many happy days at deer camp with his family. He was a proud and sensitive man who loved his family deeply. He was a member of Assumption Catholic Church in Ganado where he had lived for the past three and a half years.

Survivors include: his wife of 62 years, Mayme Calo Duke of Ganado; daughter and son-in-law, Marjorie and Frank Planka of Alvin; sons and daughters-in-law, Anthony and Caroline Duke of Danbury and Elmo Duke, Jr. and Marianne Duke of Palacios; ten grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will include: grandsons, Frank Planka, Jr., Elmo Duke, III, John Duke, Anthony Duke, Jr., Ronald Duke, Monte Duke, Mark Greenawalt, and Tom Gray.

Honorary pallbearers will include his great grandsons.

Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City.

The Daily Tribune, February 15, 2000
 

Ed Duncan

GANADO - If you look up the word 'Southern Gentleman' you are bound to find a picture of Ed Duncan.. Those whose lives that were touched by this great man, could not have helped but love and respect him.

He was born in Salt Gap, Texas July 16, 1924 where he attended grade school. He graduated from nearby Melvin High School. After graduating from engineering school, Ed joined the Merchant Marines and served his country during World War II.

He married DeLois See in 1946 and moved to Ganado where he owned and operated his own service station before accepting a master plumber position at Alcoa.

Mr. Duncan personally founded and funded the Ganado Little League and built their first baseball field. Ed also served on the Ganado ISD school board a number of years and was business manager of Ganado ISD for over 30 years.

Ed was a very giving person who contributed to many charities and served his church for many years.

After serving many years in the Ganado Masonic Lodge, in 2001 he was honored with the 'Golden Trowel' award.

He was the ultimate family man, never missing a family event. Ed enjoyed spending time with friends and family especially on the golf course, even up until his last days.

His family and friends and community will feel a great loss. Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Sherry Duncan Kerbow and husband Randall, son James Duncan, grandson Randy Kerbow and wife Alison, granddaughter Amy Kerbow, grandson James Michael Duncan, granddaughter Jill Duncan, great granddaughter Morgan Kerbow, great grandson Dylan Kerbow, sister Maxie Myer, Derrell Duncan and wife Irma and sister Faye McCoy.

He was preceded in death by his wife DeLois Duncan, Sister Lois Wood, sister Odessa Duncan, Brother Dwain Duncan.

Pallbearers: Burl Myers, Bud Beldin, Lance Fowler, Steve Brezina, Anthony Burns, Andy Byrne, Ray Schoenfeld, Pat Armentrout. Honorary pallbearers: Jason Stanley, Michael Schrimsher, Joel Schrimsher, Goeffery Schrimsher, Michael Duncan, Mark Duncan.

Visitation will be at the Ganado Funeral Home Thursday, Oct. 16 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Services will be held at 1:00 pm Friday, Oct. 17th at The First United Methodist Church of Ganado officiated by Brother Kenny Hibbs and Pastor Carolyn Stapleton.

Interment to follow at Ganado Cemetery. Services are under the directions of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 So. Third St. , 361-771-2120.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The First United Methodist Church of Ganado, 200 Twin Oaks Blvd., Ganado, TX 77962.

Victoria Advocate, October 16, 2014
 

Margaret Good Dunham
March 19, 1930 – August 14, 2022

Funeral services for Margaret Dunham, 92 will be held August 24, 2022, at Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna with Rev. Jim Gilbert officiating.  Mrs. Dunham was received into the arms of Jesus on August 14^th.

Born March 19, 1930, in Street, Maryland to the late Daniel & Mary Good, Margaret married the love of her life, Ardrey Dunham, on June 23, 1946.  She was a Christian and long-time member and Sunday School teacher at First Baptist Church Edna until she moved to Uvalde TX in January 2006. She retired from the Jackson County Health Department after many years of faithful service.   

She is survived by sons, Danny Dunham(Jane) of China Spring TX, Rusty Dunham(Kathy) of San Marcos TX  and Jimmy Dunham(Melissa) of Lawrenceburg, TN; daughters Jeanne Myska (Buddy) of Troy MO and Bonnie Momentoff(Jim) of Haltom City TX; daughter-in-law, Debbie Dunham of Franklin TN, sister Frances Wester of Ohio, sisters-in-law, Anna Lois Dunham and Jerri Dunham; 17 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandson, a great-great granddaughter due in January and many nieces and nephews.  

She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Ardrey Dunham; her son, David Dunham; grandson-in-law, Charlie Snow; her stepmother, Margaret Cheney; sisters, Mary Ellen Good and Clara Dunham; infant brother, William Maurice Good; great-granddaughter, Emmy Claire Ruxton; sisters-in-law, Dora Marie Munro, Clydene Dunham; brothers-in-law, Owen Dunham, Afton Dunham, Lynn Dunham, Tommy Dunham; nephew, Ricky Dunham and his wife, Donna Lynn and nephew, Bobby Dunham; niece-in-law, Robin Dunham and nephew-in-law, Randy Warren.

Visitation is on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm with the Memorial service to begin at 1:30 pm. Services will be held in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Margaret’s name to Mission: Dignity, P.O. Box 819109, Dallas, Texas 75381-9109. 

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

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 

Doris M. Dunlap
1952—2022

Doris M. Dunlap, age 69, passed away peacefully on Friday, February. 11, 2022. All services Saturday, February 19, Rising Star Baptist Church, 116 Cedar Street, Louise, TX, 77455. Visitation 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., funeral at 11 a.m. Burial, Adams Branch Cemetery in Hallettsville. Tracy's M.J. Santellana Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements (361) 782-9234.

Tracy's M.J. Santellana Funeral Directors, Victoria, Texas
 

Barbara Pribyl Durocher
January 19, 1946 ~ January 10, 2023

On Tuesday, January 10, 2023, Barbara Durocher of Edna passed away at her home, surrounded by family, at the age of 76.  Born on Thursday, December 19, 1946, in Victoria, Texas to Edwin and Pauline Pribyl, Barbara lived the majority of her early life in Victoria.  She graduated from Nazareth Academy in 1964 and attended Incarnate Word College (University of the Incarnate Word) in San Antonio, Texas.  She graduated in 1968 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, the first step in a long career in the field that she loved so much.

Upon graduation, Barbara returned to Victoria and began working at Detar Hospital as a charge nurse.  In her 40 plus years as a nurse, she worked in Obstetrics, Industrial Healthcare, Infection Control, Nursing Administration, Hospital Administration, and Hospital Quality Management.  She assisted in the opening of three healthcare facilities, as well as encouraging the growth of young adults interested in nursing by helping establish an Associate Degree Nursing program in Alabama and working as an instructor in the Associate Degree Nursing program at Victoria College.  She advanced her own knowledge in her field of choice by graduating with a Master of Science in Nursing Administration from Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi in 1992.  She finished her nursing career, back in her home town, at Citizens Medical Center in August of 2013.

In her early career, while working at DuPont, she met her husband Gerald Durocher.  They married in August 1970.   They had two children, Jeremy and Terese.

Along with her nursing accomplishments, and helping raise two children, Barbara was involved in many different organizations throughout her life, including Texas Nurses Association, American Nurses Association, Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas (KJZT), Catholic Daughters of America, St. Vincent DePaul Society, American Legion Auxiliary, and Beta Club.  She was also on the Nursing Advisory Council for the University of Houston-Victoria from 2007 to 2016, and took a short time out from nursing to become the first Advancement Director at St. Joseph High School in Victoria.

Barbara was proceeded in death by her parents Edwin and Pauline Pribyl and her brother Edwin J. Pribyl. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Gerald Durocher; sister Paula Kainer and her husband Edward; her children, Jeremy and his wife Valerie Durocher and Terese and her husband Kelly Arnecke; granddaughters, Taylor, Ryleigh, and Emersyn Durocher and Madeline and Elizabeth Arnecke.

Serving as pallbearers will be Kelly Arnecke, Jeremy Durocher, Phil Durocher and Ted Kainer.  Honorary pallbearers will be her granddaughters.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am with Rosary being recited at 10:30 am at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna.  The Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 11:00 am, followed by interment at Resurrection Cemetery in Victoria, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, the family  suggest memorial contributions be sent to Nazareth Academy Catholic School, 206 W. Convent, Victoria, Texas 77901 or St. Joseph High School, 110 E. Red River St., Victoria, Texas 77901.

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

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Eulalia R. Rodriguez Duron
January 14, 1926 ~ June 13, 2022

Eulalia R. (Rodriguez) Duron, 96, of Edna left this world to go to her Heavenly Home on Monday, June 13, 2022. Eulalia was born on Thursday, January 14, 1926, in Yorktown, Texas to Emilio Rodriguez and Angelita Banuelos Rodriguez.  On November 24th, 1956, Eulalia married the love of her life, Marcelino Duron, and together they raised their family.  Eulalia was a caring and loving housewife, mother, grandmother, and friend to all who knew her.

She is survived by her daughter, Elba Duron Johndrow, her sons, Hector Lopez and his wife Maria Soledad Lopez, and Rene Duron and his wife, Maria Chua Duron.  Also, her fifteen grandchildren, thirty-three great grandchildren, ten great-great-grandchildren, and her sister Rosa Figueroa.  She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Marcelino, son Mario Duron.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna, beginning with visitation from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, with Rosary being recited at 10:00 am, followed by Funeral Mass at 10:30 am with Father Owusu Boateng Johnson officiating.  Interment will follow at Edna Latin American Cemetery in Edna.

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

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Marcelino A Duron
June 8, 1921 ~ March 17, 2021

Marcelino A. Duron, 99 of Edna, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. Marcelino was born on June 8, 1921 in Piedras Negras, Mexico to Juan Duron and Maria de Jesu's.  

Marcelino has been survived by his wife of 64 years, Eulalia, daughter; Elba Duron Johndrow, sons; Hector Lopez and his wife Maria Soledad Lopez, Rene Duron and his wife Maria Chua Duron, as well as his fifteen grandchildren, thirty-three great-grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.  He is preceded in death by his parents.

There will be a Visitation at 9:00 am, Rosary at 10:00 am and Funeral Mass at 10:30 am on Saturday, March 20th at St. Agnes Catholic Church with Father Petering officiating, interment will follow at Edna Latin American Cemetery.

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

Slavik Funeral Home
 

Cora Belle “Rusty” Fouts Dvorak

Cora Belle “Rusty” Fouts Dvorak entered heaven on Friday, March 15, 2024, surrounded by family. She will be remembered as Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Friend.

Rusty was born in Nashua, MT on September 16, 1931. One of five children born to Thomas and Stella Fouts, Rusty’s early years consisted of her father’s general store, her lifelong girlfriends, her class leadership and cheerleading at Nashua High School, as well as precious time with her Fouts family.

Upon marriage to Billy Wayne Dvorak, she moved to his military post in Georgia, but soon came home to the Dvorak family in Angleton, TX, where she was welcomed and loved as one of their own. After her divorce, they held her and her son Paul and daughter Marla close. Out of respect and love, she chose to stay and raise her children near that family, a choice she never regretted.

Rusty was devoted to her Community Public Service career, her St. John Lutheran Church family & choir, her volunteer activities with the DRT, Jackson Co Historical Society, and other local clubs. She was an accomplished china painter, home designer and lover of all things crystal. Her homecooked meals for 40-50 friends and family will long be remembered. She traveled nationwide, and visited Europe & Hawaii after retirement. She was truly loved by her family and the many friends she made over the years.

Rusty was a resident of Angleton & Pearland, before settling in her historic home in Edna. She recently moved near her son in New Braunfels.

Rusty is survived by her son, Paul Dvorak (Betsy) of New Braunfels, son-in-law John Wells, Grandchildren Rebecca (Curtis) Wells Kerth, Brandi (Joseph) Ellerbee Martina, Brent (Elle) Ellerbee, Lana Dvorak and eight great-grandchildren; Cameron Wells,  Curtis & Thomas Kerth, Roman, Ryan & Quinn Martina and River & Jade Ellerbee.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 23, 11 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 102 W. Church Street, Edna, TX with reception to follow. Interment will follow in Nashua, MT.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, March 27, 2024
 

Marie Dybala

Ganado—Funeral services for Marie Dybala, 87, of Ganado will be held at 1 p. m. Thursday at the Slavik Chapel in Edna, with the Rev. Philip Riley officiating.

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

Pallbearers will be Billy Gene, Jim and Jerry Wayne Novosad; and Richard, Van and Bob Korczynski.

She was born Aug. 5. 1890 in Fayette County, and had lived in this county the past 50 years. She died Tuesday in a Ganado hospital.

Victoria Advocate, Thursday, January 26, 1978