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Funeral services were held Monday at 4 o’clock at First Methodist Church for Mrs. Ermine Black Dahlstrom, 67, manager of the Edna Public School cafeteria for the past six years. She died suddenly of a heart attack at Nashville, Tenn., July 15, while on a visit to her son, Robert Dahlstrom. Rev. John Toppins, Presbyterian minister, officiated in the absence from the city of Rev. I. E. Walker, Methodist pastor. Pallbearers were R. T. Baker, Cullen Vance, Oscar Bounds, P. K. Miller Jr., Steele Simons and Roy Selby. The funeral was under the direction of Slavik Funeral Home, with interment in the Edna Cemetery. Mrs. Dahlstrom, born in Falls County, the daughter of the late W. R. Black and Lura Reed Black, on April 29, 1888, resided in Ganado from 1902 to 1924. She operated the Busy Bee Café and the Edna Café until1943. She joined the school staff six years ago. She was married to the late Herman Dahlstrom on December 25, 1911. He died over a year ago. Survivors are two sons, Robert of Nashville and H. J. Jr. of Edna; two brothers, Eugene Black of Houston and Elwood Black of San Antonio, and a grandson, Joe Dahlstrom of Edna.
Edna Herald, July 21, 1955 |
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Edna—Herman Joseph Dahlstrom Jr., 85, of Edna, died Friday, Dec. 5, 1997. He was born Nov. 30, 1912, in Edna, to the late H. J. Sr. and Ermine Black Dahlstrom. He was a retired postmaster from Edna Post Office. He was a member of First United Methodist Church. Survivors: wife, Lucille Stehling Dahlstrom; son, Joe Dahlstrom of Victoria; brother, Robert Dahlstrom of Longview; and three grandchildren. Services will be at 4 p. m. Sunday at First Methodist Church of Edna, the Rev. Russell Minton officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152. Pallbearers: Allen Friedrich, David Gregory, Bobby Hultquist, Mike Myers, Ralph Porche and Robert Shoemate. Honorary pallbearers; past and present employees of U. S. Postal Service in Edna.
Victoria Advocate, December 6 & 7, 1997 |
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Edna—Lucille Stehling Dahlstrom, 83, of Edna, died Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2000. She was born Nov. 25, 1916, in Victoria, to the late William and Amelia Meiss Stehling. She was a homemaker and a member of First United Methodist Church of Edna and Martha’s Circle. Survivors: son, Joe Dahlstrom of Victoria; and three grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Herman Joseph “H. J.” Dahlstrom; parents, sister, Wilhilma Knuppel. Services will be 2 p. m. Friday at First United Methodist church of Edna, the Rev. Russell Minton officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, (361) 782-2152. Pallbearers: Glenn Knuppel, Allen Friedrich, David Gregory, Ed Dyer, Martin Moss and Bob Bolton. Honorary pallbearers: Woodrow Kickendahl and Mike Myers
Victoria Advocate, September 14 & 15, 2000 |
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Edna—Funeral services for Johnnie Robert Damborsky, 69, of Edna, who died Saturday in a local hospital following a sudden illness, will be held at 2 p. m. Monday at the Slavik Funeral Home chapel. The Rev. Harry Johnson will officiate. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery. He was born March 14, 1917, in Rosenberg. He retired in March of 1978 from Edna Motor Co., and then managed Northwest Texaco Service Station until his death. Surviving are his daughters, Mona Ruth Damborsky and Belinda Sue Flanagan, both of Edna; two sons, Johnny E. Damborsky and Ricky Lee Damborsky, both of Edna; a sister, Valarie Dae Baker of Niceville, Fla.; five brothers, Albert Domborsky of Colorado City, Texas, and Lee Fred, Marvin Roy, Hamlin E. and Leonard R. Damborsky, all of Edna; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Charles, Michael, Gary, Ronnie and Glenn Damborsky and Jerry Stacy.
Victoria Advocate, May 19, 1986 |
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Edna—Leonard Ray Damborsky, 73, of Edna, died Thursday, Oct. 10, 2002. He was born Oct. 9, 1929, in Needville, to the late Charles and Claudia Kulak Damborsky. He was a retired foreman for Jackson County Precinct 1 and had served in the U. S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Survivors: wife, Maggie Jean Damborsky; daughter, Kathy Jean Steele of Edna; sons, Glenn R. Damborsky of Edna and Gary Wayne Damborsky of Inez; sister, Valerie Baker of Florida; brothers, H. E. Damborsky and Marvin Damborsky both of Edna; seven grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Preceded in death by: parents; sister, Irene Pecha; brothers, Albert Damborsky, Johnny Damborsky and Lee Fred Damborsky; and one grandson, John Smithwick. Services will be 2 p. m. Sunday at Assembly of God Church of Edna, the Rev. David Murff officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152. Pallbearers: Charles Damborsky, Ronnie Damborsky, Michael Damborsky, Bryan Miska, Larry White and Leonard Yendrey. Memorials; Hospice of South Texas.
Victoria Advocate, October 11 & 13, 2002 |
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Edna—Maggie Jean Damborsky, 68, of Edna, died Friday, Jan. 17, 2003. She was born March 29, 1934, in Jackson County, to Minnie Lee Nickel Yendrey of Edna and the late Eugene Yendrey Sr. She was a clerk for Edna Ice and Lockers and a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church. Survivors: daughter, Kathy Jean Steele of Edna; sons, Glenn Ray Damborsky of Edna and Gary Wayne Damborsky of Inez; mother; sisters, Minnie Mae Damborsky and Mary Lee Damborsky, both of Edna; brothers, William W. Yendrey and Eugene Yendrey Jr., both of Edna; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Leonard Ray Damborsky; father; sister, Shirley Gerdes Jesseph; and grandson, John Smithwick. Visitation will be 6-8 p. m. Sunday at Slavik Funeral Home chapel. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 a. m. Monday at St. Agnes Catholic Church of Edna. Services will be 10 a. m. Monday at St. Agnes Catholic Church, the Revs. Michael O‘Shaughnessy and David Murff officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152. Memorials: Hospice of South Texas or American Cancer Society.
Victoria Advocate, January 18, 2003 |
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Marvin Roy Damborsky of Edna passed away Thursday, July 28, 2011, at the age of 87. He was born in Needville on Feb. 22, 1924, to the late Charlie and Claudia Kulak Damborsky. Marvin was engaged in farming for over 30 years. During his lifetime he loved to fish, hunt, and travel. He loved to watch his favorite teams, the Houston Astros and Rockets. Marvin served in World War II in the 159th Infantry of the U.S. Army as a technician. He was a devoted husband and dad as well as a loving grandfather and great-grandfather, known to his grandkids as "Poppy". Marvin is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mary Lee Yendrey Damborsky of Edna; daughter, Marilyn Stacy and husband Jerry of Edna; and sons, Charles Damborsky and wife Janice of Edna, and Ronnie Damborsky and wife Terri of Inez. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Melissa Fojtik (Richie) of Edna, Laura Damborsky of Victoria, Kyle Damborsky (Joanne) of College Station, and Ryan Damborsky of Huntsville; one great-grandson, Noah Damborsky of College Station; and his brother, Hamlin E. Damborsky (Sonny) of Edna. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Johnnie, Albert, Lee Fred, and Leonard; and sisters, Irene, Valerie Dae and Dessie Sue. Visitation will be Sunday, July 31, 2011, at 6 p.m., with a rosary at 7 p.m., at Oaklawn Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, Aug. 1, 2011, at St. Agnes Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens of Edna Cemetery. The Rev. Michael Petering will be officiating. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Kyle Damborsky, Ryan Damborsky and Richie Fojtik; and nephews, Michael Damborsky, Glen Damborsky and Gary Damborsky. Honorary pallbearers are Melissa Fojtik, Laura Damborsky, Clint Kendall, Joanne Damborsky, Noah Damborsky, Ashley McGarity, and all his nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to St. Agnes Catholic Church, 506 N. Allen Avenue, Edna, Texas 77957, American Cancer Society, 4401 Lilac Lane, Victoria, Texas 77901, or the charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna, 361-782-2221.
Victoria Advocate, July 27, 2011 |
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Funeral services for former Victoria resident Mrs. Eleanor Killough Daniel, 83, of Nixon, who died Monday in a Nixon rest home, will be held at 10 a. m. Thursday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with the Rev. Joe Hybner officiating. Burial will follow the services in Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna under the direction of McCabe-Carruth Funeral Home. A rosary will be recited at 7:30 p. m. Wednesday at the funeral home. She was born Dec. 17, 1903, in Edna, to the late J. B. and Agnes Young Killough. Mrs. Daniel had been employed by her late husband, local attorney J. Barney Daniel, for over 30 years before her retirement. He preceded her in death on Oct. 7, 1985. Mrs. Daniel was also preceded in death by a brother, Douglas Killough. Memorial may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Pallbearers will be Weldon Mallette, Max Webb, Robert Massey, Robert L. Massey III, Clay Koontz Massey and Joe Baumgardner. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Victoria Advocate, May 6 & 7, 1987 |
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J. Barney Daniel, 81, of Falls City, a former city attorney of Victoria, died at 9:40 a. m. Monday in Nixon following a long illness. He had been a resident of Falls City since 1975. Mr. Daniel had practices law in Victoria for many years. A graduate of St. Edwards University of Austin and the University of Austin and the University of Chicago Law School, he practiced law initially in Victoria with the firm of Wood and Daniel. Following his partner’s death, he practiced under the name of J. Barney Daniel, Attorney at Law. He was a member of the American Bar Association. He was born Sept. 6, 1904, in Inez to the late Joseph Barney and Nanabell Koontz Camfield Daniel. Funeral services will be at 10 a. m. Thursday at the McCabe-Carruth Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Arnold Anders officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Eleanor Killough Daniel of Falls City; and a half-brother, Frank L. Camfield of Chicago, Ill. Pallbearers will be Robert Lee Massey II, Clay Koontz Massey, Max Webb, Robert Massey, Joe Bumgardner and Don Edwards.
Victoria Advocate, October 8 & 10, 1985 |
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Bob Allen DaPron, 86, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2011.
He was born March 6, 1925 in He served in the US Army with the 705th Tank Destroyer Battalion and served under Gen. Patton in the Battle of the Bulge. He married Ola Mae Hirschauser on June 2, 1947 in Edna. He worked as a welder for 30 years and later as a welding supervisor. Bob loved camping, hunting, and piddling in his shop - and he could fix just about anything. He is survived by his loving wife, Ola Mae, who together with Bob showed all of us the successful marriage of a Frenchman and a red-haired woman for 64 wonderful years. He is also survived by a son, Bob DaPron Jr. and his wife Sheryl of Deer Park and a daughter Brenda Porter and her husband Ronnie of Seguin. They have fond memories of sitting on the workbench and “helping” their Daddy in his shop and the many rides in the Model A and Model T cars and four wheelers he bought and fixed up.
Bob’s eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren were
blessed to have a “Daddy Bob” who always had time for them.
Their memories are of train sets, slot cars, boxes of toys,
shooting pool, sitting in the deer blind being quiet and eating
homemade jerky, and being allowed to open any A graveside service will be scheduled at a later date for immediate family. We will mourn the loss of our Daddy Bob for a long while - but we will celebrate his life forever.
Jackson County Herald-Tribune,
March 16, 2011 |
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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,
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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 James Davenport, 54, Buried Here Oct. 22 Graveside services were held here Saturday afternoon for James Davenport, 54, of Bay City. Interment was in Edna Cemetery. Mr. Davenport, a former Edna resident, passed away in Bay City last Wednesday. Edna friends of the Davenports said the family lived in Jackson County several years in the 1940’s. He is survived by his widow, five sons and three daughters.
Edna Herald, October 27, 1960 |
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Miss James Davenport, the youngest daughter of E. M. Davenport, died in Edna Wednesday of typhoid fever.
The Weekly Advocate, Victoria, Texas,
November 23, 1907 |
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Duval Adam (Dave) Davidson, Jr. was born in Cuero, Texas, on July 31, 1916; he was first born of Duval A. Davidson, Sr. and Mary Louise Traylor Davidson, who were ranching near Carancahua Bay on the Texas Gulf Coast. Soon afterward, his father began work with the federal government and the family was frequently transferred. Dave began school in New Braunfels, later attended school in Pearsall, and graduated high school in Livingston, TX. He graduated Texas A&M University in 1939, with a Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering and was assigned as second Lieutenant in the U.S Army Reserves. Meanwhile he began work for BP-Amoco. Following the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Davidson was called into service on January 31, 1942. By then, he and his childhood sweetheart, Verna Foster, had married and had one daughter, Mary Ann. He took bombardier training at Midland Army Air Field, and was assigned to Tucson, AZ to join a flight crew. His crew went through additional flight training in Blythe, CA, and was then assigned to the South Pacific Theater via Honolulu, Christmas Island, Fiji Islands, Brisbane, Australia, and finally Townsville, Australia, where they left the “fly-away ship” for Port Moresby, New Guinea. They were assigned to fly B-24 bombers in the 90th Bomb Group, H-320th squadron, the famed Jolly Rogers. His crew remained with the 320th squadron through Buna Beach, Nadzab, New Guinea, Wadki Island, Biak Island, and on to Mindanao Island, Philippines, where Capt. Davidson arrived in charge of the advanced echelon in December 1944. By then he had flown 60 combat missions and was awarded an air medal, two oak leaf clusters, and various South Pacific Theater medals. His younger brother, pilot of a B-17 flying from England over the North Sea, was shot down in February 1944, leaving Davidson as sole provider for three families. In January 1945, Davidson was rotated to the U.S., arriving home in March 1945, and receiving reassignment to the China-Burma-India Theater. He was mustered out of the military in June 1945, and returned to work for BP-Amoco in August 1945. In May of 1946, with the birth of William (Bill) Foster Davidson, the family became four. Wherever they lived, Davidson and his family were active in the community and Methodist Church. In Raymondville, Dave was raised to a third degree Mason. In Houston, he participated at Bethany Methodist with the Methodist Men who were making bricks for the original chapel of that church. In Henderson, Dave was involved with the Methodist Church and the Lion’s Club. In Monahans he was on the Board of the Methodist Church, on the Monahans General Hospital Board, and a member of the Rotary Club. In Odessa he sat on the MRMH Board, Odessa MCH Board, Odessa Chamber of Commerce, West Texas International Oil Show Board, a member of Asbury Methodist Church for 44 years, and a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge. He was an avid golfer and a long time member of Odessa County Club. Whenever he found “spare time”, Dave pursued his love of fishing, hunting, or golfing. Additionally, Dave was one of two remaining members of his WWII flight crew. Dave retired from BP-Amoco on July 1, 1976. From that point he and Verna began to travel extensively throughout the U.S., as well as to Europe, Egypt, Israel, Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, and the Caribbean Islands. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in 2000, several weeks before Verna’s death. On June 26, 2001, Dave Davidson and Mary Kathryn Keathley were married. Dave soon found himself accepted into the loving circle of Mary’s family, including Donna Blalack, Gary A. Keathley (Barbara), and Carla Weathersby, all of Odessa, as well as grandchildren, Mason Blalack, Gary L. Keathley (Leslie) and Christy Thompson and six great-grandchildren. As a family, they celebrated birthdays, weddings and holidays together. Dave and Mary also enjoyed their travels around the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean Islands, as well as to numerous local golf tournaments. Dave is survived by his wife Mary and her family; his daughter Mary Ann Andrews of Santa Fe, NM; son Bill Davidson (Bonnie) of Seattle, WA, grandchildren Martin Davidson of Seattle, Gretchen Andrews (Roger) of Nelson, BC, Bill Davidson and Sonja Davidson Robey of Seattle, as well as six great-grandchildren. The family wishes to extend our gratitude to all the friends who have so generously given their support and kindness during this time. Special thanks go to the Home Hospice team of nurses, doctor, chaplains, and others who have offered their caring attention and service to Dave and his family. We appreciate you and all you have done. Family visitation will be held on Friday, September 18, 2015 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at Frank W. Wilson Funeral Home in Odessa. A celebration of Dave’s life will be held at Asbury United Methodist Church in Odessa at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 19, 2015. Burial will be Monday, September 21 at 10:00 am at Memory Gardens of Edna, TX. Services are entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
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San Antonio—The 22-year-old son of slain Department of Public Safety Trooper Bill Davidson died Wednesday night at Brooke Army Medical Center. Trey Davidson, of Edna, had been in the hospital’s intensive care unit since Feb. 10 when he was involved in a two-car collision on state Highway 111 in front of the Edna Livestock Auction. Authorities have called the accident unusual. It was triggered by an unruly calf that refused to be penned at the auction and bolted onto the roadway. The calf was struck by a pickup truck driven by Michael Anzaldua of Yoakum. Anzaldua’s truck swerved into the southbound lane where it collided with Davidson’s Toyota. Friends of the Davidson family said Wednesday that the young man was fighting pneumonia and had been placed on a respirator. Davidson leaves a wife, the former Michelle McBride of Edna, and a 16-month-old daughter, Drew, who was in the car with him when the accident occurred. He is the son of Linda Davidson of Victoria and Trooper Davidson, who was killed in the line of duty in April 1992. Trey had been working as a winder operator at Inteplast Corp.’s BOPP plant in Lolita since November 1995. Victoria Advocate, February 20, 1997 Trey W. Davidson Edna—Trey Wes Davidson, 22, of Edna died Wednesday, Feb. 19, 1997. He was born July 24, 1974, in Georgetown. He was an operator at Inteplast Corp. He was a 1992 graduate of Edna High School and a member of the Army National Guard. Mr. Davidson did his basic training at Fort Benning, Ga., He was a Baptist. Survivors: wife, Alana Michele McBride Davidson, daughter, Drew A. Davidson; mother, Linda cousins Davidson of Victoria; grandparents, M. E. and Voydell Cousins of Sheridan; and sister, Kimberly Karl of LaWard. Preceded in death by: father, Bill Davidson; and grandparents, W. A. and Aimee Davidson. Visitations will begin at 11 a. m. Saturday at First Baptist Church in Edna. Services will be at 2 p. m. Saturday at the church, the Revs. Jim Gilbert and Joe McClanahan officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna. Rosewood Funeral Chapels, Victoria, 573-4546. Memorials: donor’s choice. Pallbearers: Todd Hicks, Don Plunkett, Sam Lovelace, Shawn Lippe, Chris Boenning, Lee Stewart, David Roman, Hunter Karl and Chris Perez.
Victoria Advocate, February 21 & 22, 1997 |
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Edna—Walter Davidson, 83, of Edna, formerly of Houston, died at a Houston hospital Wednesday following a sudden illness. Funeral services will be held at 10 a. m. Saturday at the Slavik Funeral Home chapel in Edna with the Rev. Russell Moon, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens of Edna. Mr. Davidson was born June 23, 1901 in Eagle Pass and had resided in Edna for five years. He was a retired employee of Houston Pipeline. He was preceded in death by his wife, Homoselle McDowell Davidson, who died July 12, 1974. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Carollyn Davidson Geldart of Houston; and one grandchild. In lieu of the usual remembrances, the family requests donations be made to the Everett McDowell Scholarship Fund.
Victoria Advocate, July 6, 1984 |
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Edna—Alfred A. Davis, 69, of Edna, died Thursday in an Edna hospital after a sudden illness. He was born Dec. 18, 1917, in Parsons, Kan., to Donald R. Davis and Edith V. Hartman Davis. He was married to Fannie Elizabeth Foster in Kilgore on Sept. 7, 1940. He retired from Mobil Oil in January 1982. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Edna. He was a former Little League coach for the firemen’s team. He was a former Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 363. Services will be conducted at 1 p. m. Saturday at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel, Edna, with the Rev. Joe Webb, pastor of First Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Gardens of Edna. Surviving, in addition to his wife of Edna, are three sons, Douglas G. Davis of Cerritos, Calif., Alton A. Davis of Victoria and Mike A. Davis of Sinton; a sister, Lorraine Mae Berry of Lake Palestine; a brother, Donald R. Davis of Beaumont; two half-brother and two half-sisters; and eight grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate,
December 4, 1978 |
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Benjamin F. Davis, 89, retired farmer of Edna, died at his home at 509 East Division St. Sunday. He had been ill three weeks. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p. m. from the Slavik Funeral Home and burial was in the Edna Cemetery. Mr. Davis was a native of Illinois, coming to Jackson County in 1889. He was born May 18, 1862. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Mary Davis of Edna; four sons, Eddie Davis of Edna, B. F. Davis Jr. and Wallace Davis of Freeport and Roy Davis of Little Rock, Ark.; a daughter, Mrs. Mary J. Koenig of Ganado; a half brother, Fred Davis, and a sister, Mrs. W. F. French of Graham.
Edna Herald,
December 20, 1951 |
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Edna—Bert Davis, 71, of 704 W. Ash St., died Saturday in a Houston hospital following a short illness. Mr. Davis was born March 7, 1895, in Jackson County, and had been a life-long resident of the county. He was a member of the Baptist church and a veteran of World War I. Funeral services will be held at 4 p. m. Sunday a Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Robbins Odom officiating. Burial will be in Edna Cemetery. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Agnes Davis of Edna; five sons, Michael Davis of Edna, J. W. and Bennie Davis of Fort Hood and Freddie Davis of Sacramento, Calif.; three daughters, Mrs. Wilma Webel of El Campo, Mrs. Dorothy Tilley of Houston and Mrs. Florence Sappington of Clear, Alaska; five sisters, Mrs. A. L. Nickel of Yoakum, Mrs. Jess McFarland of Spring, Tex. and Mrs. J. D. Wells, Mrs. Etta Storms and Mrs. Winnie Emmon of Port Arthur; three brothers, Lewis Davis of Edna, Jesse Davis of Yoakum and A. W. Davis of Houston and 17 grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate,
June 5, 1966 |
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Funeral services were held at the Slavik Funeral Home Chapel in this city Monday afternoon at 3:00 o’clock, for Mr. B. O. Davis, a well known oil well driller of Edna, who passed away in a Cuero hospital Sunday morning, following a lingering illness. Rev. Carl Schlomach, pastor of the Edna Baptist Church, officiated, and interment was made in the Edna Cemetery. Mr. Davis, an employee of the Sterling Oil Company, had been in ill health for some time, and had been continued in a hospital for nearly three months. He was born in Lufkin, Texas, May 2nd, 1895, and had resided in Edna since 1940. He was an oil will driller and was recognized by contractors as one of the best on the Gulf Coast. He was well and favorably known in oil circles over this area, and many friends and acquaintances were grieved at his passing. Survivors include his wife and four children; Mrs. Ruth Hendrey, Rockport, Mass., Mrs. Wanda Cook, Mary Lon and David, Edna; one grandchild, Robert Weldon Cook, Edna; five brothers: Ed, Virgil, and Bob Davis of Lufkin; Hiram Davis of Baytown, and Jeff Davis of Sourlake, and five sisters: Mrs. Clara Shaddock, Mrs. Sue Knight, Mrs. Viola DePriest and Mrs. Lila Popham, Lufkin, and Mrs. May Chandler, Leggett. To the bereaved ones the Herald extends sympathy.
Edna Weekly Herald,
September 8, 1949 |
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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.
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Edna—David Fred Davis, 67, self-employed contractor, and resident of Jackson County since 1940, died Tuesday in a Ganado hospital. Mr. Davis was born Nov. 22, 1900 in Leon County. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a. m. Wednesday at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. J. W. Griffin officiating. Burial will be in Edna Cemetery. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lillie Davis, of Edna; two daughters, Mrs. Dorothy McQueen and Mrs. Betty Curlee, both of Victoria; two sons, Jesse Clyde, and Floyd Davis of Edna; four sisters, Mrs. Ethel Smith of Oakwood, Texas, Mrs. Ruth Vacker and Mrs. Edith Jordan, both of Houston, and Mrs. Iva Robertson of Seabrook; three brothers, Virgil and Oscar, both of Houston, and Clifford of Clyde, Texas.
Victoria Advocate,
May 1, 1968 |
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Edna—David O. Davis, 58, of Edna, died Tuesday, July 6, 2004. He was born Sept. 12, 1945, in Jackson County, to the late Bollie and Lottie Foster Davis. He was a supervisor at Alcoa and a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. He was a member of the Board of Elders at St. Paul Lutheran Church and a past member of the Edna Fire Department. Survivors: wife, Ida “Cookie” Davis; daughter, Tina Marie Howell of Victoria; sister, Wanda Beckvar of Ganado; and two grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sisters, Mary Lou Whittley and Ruth Hendy; and brother, Robert Davis. Services will be 10 a. m. Friday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, the Rev. Paul Kaiser officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152. Memorials: St. Paul Lutheran Church. Victoria Advocate, July 7, 2004
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Edna—Florence Davis, 90, of Edna, died Tuesday, July 2, 1991, following a lengthy illness. She was born July 3, 1900, in Georgetown to the late John and Laura B. Russell Gholson. Mrs. Davis and her husband, the late Chester Arthur Davis, farmed in Jackson County for most of their lives. She was a homemaker and a Baptist. Survivors: Daughters, Audrey Bailey of Deer Park, Laura Horne of Goaldsboro and Doris Crow of Farmersville, La.; sons, Bob and Gail Davis of Edna; sister Laura Cosper of Corpus Christi; 16 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Chester Arthur Davis on Aug. 9, 1987; two sons, Arthur and Patrick Davis. Visitation at Slavik Funeral Home. Services 10 a. m. Friday at Morales Baptist Church in Morales, the Rev. Joe Wes Rubac officiating. Burial in Memory Gardens of Edna, Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152.
Victoria Advocate,
July 3, 1991 |
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Edna—Gladys Betty Davis, 87, of Edna, died Friday, Aug. 22, 1997. She was born Oct. 4, 1909, in Bexar County to the late Wendel and Ruth Cosper McDonald. The homemaker was a member of Morales Baptist Church. Survivors: daughters, Betty Paul of Edna and Eva Garner of Houston; sisters, Ludie Cadwell of Morales and Sidney Caldwell of Houston; brothers, Oliver McDonald of Edna and Dr. Worden McDonald of Morales; three grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: parents; husband, Louis Edward Davis in 1979; daughter, Esta Williams; sister, Alma Watson; brother, Charlie McDonald; and one grandson. Services will be at 3 p. m. today at Slavik Funeral Home chapel, the Revs. Joseph Clark and Worden McDonald officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152. Pallbearers: Garland Meador, Van Meador, David Jetton, Dennis Jetton, Larry Bennatt and Anthony Gerald.
Victoria Advocate,
August 24, 1997 |
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Edna—Herbert Cecil Davis, 77, of El Campo, a former mayor of Edna, died Sunday in an El Campo hospital after a lengthy illness. Funeral services will be held at 3 p. m Tuesday at the First Baptist Church of Edna with the Rev. Joe Webb and the Rev. Rick DuBroc officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens of Edna under direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Alton Akin, Joe Bonnot, Grand Crolley, George Frazier, Luther Hamilton, Hugh Ottley, Tom Simpson and Ray Dorsey. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Harold Kleiman, Dr. W. Morse Hicks Jr., Dr. John Witt, Dr. Carlos Zorrillo, Dr. James Sebesta, Dr. E. A. Weinheimer, Floyd Underwood, Benny Gebermann, Francis Blanchard, Larry Pittman, Bob Reeves, Claude Blundell, James Carson, James Collins and Jerry Mills. Mr. Davis was born March 27, 1906, at Wrightsboro in Gonzales County and had been a resident of Edna since 1946. He was an agent for Southern Pacific Railroad, retiring in August 1971, after 45 years of employment. He was a member of the First Baptist church of Edna where he served as treasurer and financial secretary. Mr. Davis served as an Edna Independent School District trustee for eight years, three years as board president. He was elected to the Edna City Council in 1966 and served as a city councilman through 1970. In 1970, he was elected mayor of Edna and served through 1973 after suffering a massive stroke. At the time of his illness, Mr. Davis had just been re-elected to another term as mayor. Mr. Davis also was serving as president of the Golden Crescent Council of Governments at the time of his stroke. He was an active member of the Edna Rotary Club for many years and was named honorary lifetime member of the Edna Jaycees in 1971. Survivors include his wife, Lorene of Edna; a daughter, Mrs. Shirley Ann Bonnot of Edna; three sons, Herbert Kennon Davis of San Antonio, Joe Tom Davis of Wharton and Robert Cecil Davis of El Campo; a sister, Mrs. Annie Leah Akin of Stockale; and eight grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate,
October 25, 1984 |
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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. Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221. www.oaklawnfhednatx.com
Jackson County Herald-Tribune,
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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.
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Edna—Funeral services for Lewis Edward Davis, 76, of Edna will be held at 4 p. m. Wednesday at the Slavik chapel with the Rev. Joe Webb and the Rev. Worden McDonald officiating. Burial will be in the Edna Cemetery under direction of the Slavik Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Richard Cosper, Oliver McDonald, Larry Shook, David Egg, Dan and Van Meador. Mrs. Davis was born Feb. 24, 1902 in Jackson County and was a retired businessman. He died Tuesday in a local hospital. He and his wife Gladys were married in Edna in 1925. Surviving in addition to his wife are three daughters, Mrs. Betty Paul of Edna, Mrs. Eva Garner of Houston and Mrs. Esta King Williams of Columbus, Ga.; six sisters, Mrs. Alice Locke, Mrs. Winnie Damborsky and Mrs. Jean Diddie Wall all of Nederland; Mrs. Etta Storms and Miss Mary Davis of Port Arthur, and Mrs. Elsie Nickel of Yoakum; brother, Andrew Davis of Center; and four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
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January 24, 1979 |
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Lillian Savannah Davis, 85, of Victoria, died at 9:35 a. m. Friday in a local hospital following a long illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Sunday at Slavik Funeral Home of Edna, with Mr. Jerry King of Robison Street Church of Christ officiating. Mrs. Davis was born Jan. 16, 1904, in Texas, to the late J. D. and Savannah Litchfield Parker. Before moving to Victoria 10 years ago, she had been a resident of Jackson County since 1949. She was a homemaker. She is survived by two daughters, Dorothy McQueen and Betty Curlee, both of Victoria; two sons, Jessie Clyde Davis of Houston, and Floyd L. Davis of Victoria; two sisters, Ellen Roberts of Nolanville, and Bertie Crow of California; and 12 grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Davis, in April 1968.
Victoria Advocate,
July 22, 1989 |
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Edna—Lorene Smith Davis, 81, of Edna, died Wednesday, Aug. 20, 1997. She was born Dec. 19, 1915, in Smiley to the late Claude and Venetta White Smith. She was a homemaker and member of the First Baptist Church of Edna and the Victoria Organ Club. Survivors: daughter, Shirley Davis Bonnot of Edna; sons, Joe Tom Davis and Robert Cecil Davis, both of El Campo; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband, Herbert Cecil “H. C.” Davis; and brother, R. B. Smith. Services will be 4 p. m. today at First Baptist Church of Edna, the Revs. Jim Gilbert and Rick DuBroc officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2182. Pallbearers: John Mark Bonnot, Derric Bonnot, Brent Bonnot, Stephen Davis, Kinnan Stockton and Thornton Menefee. Honorary pallbearers: Lolis Carrera, Myrtle Reed, Rachel Sanchez, Herbert Kennon Davis, Floyd Underwood, Luther Hamilton and George Frazier. Memorials: Memorial Fund at First Baptist Church of Edna or First Baptist Church of El Campo.
Victoria Advocate,
August 22, 1997 |
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Edna—Funeral services for Lottie F. Davis, 77, of Edna, who died Thursday night at a Victoria nursing home, will be held Monday at 2 p. m. at Morales Baptist Church. The Rev. David Koch will officiate. Burial will be in Memory Gardens Cemetery of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home of Edna is in charge of arrangements. She was born May 29, 1911, in Paris, the daughter of the late Robert A. and Flora Cole Foster. She married Bollie O. Davis on June 12, 1927. She had lived in Jackson County since 1940. Mrs. Davis was a retired clerk. She is survived by two daughters, Wanda Beckvar and Mary Lou Whittley of Edna; a son, David Davis of Edna; a step daughter, Ruth Hendy of Rockport, Miss.; and 13 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, who died Sept. 3, 1949, her parents and 11 brothers and sisters. Pallbearers will be Mike, David, Donald, Ray and Mickey Whittley, and Bobby Cook. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Beckvar, Derek Cook and Bobby Whittley.
Victoria Advocate,
March 25 & 26, 1989 |
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Edna—Michael Alonza Davis, 60, of Edna, died Sunday, May 14, 2006. He was born April 17, 1946, in Edna, to the late Burt and Agnes Quinn Davis. He was a crane operator for H. B. Zachry and a Baptist. Survivors: daughter, Laurie Hessong, of Edna; sisters, Dorothy Tilley of Palestine, and Florence Sappington of Sunnyvale, Calif.; brothers, J. W. Davis of McQueeny, Benny Davis of Carlsbad, N. M., Freddie Darrs of Orangevale, Calif., and Vernon Davis of Edna; and two grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sister, Wilma Webel. Visitation will be 5 – 7 p. m. Wednesday at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be 10 a. m. Thursday at the chapel. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152. Pallbearers: Eddie Davis, Robbie Davis, Kenny Dockens, W. C. Parrett, Rich Cornejo, Dennis Quarles.
Victoria Advocate,
May 16 & 18, 2006 |
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Edna—Patrick A. “Pat” Davis, 51, of Edna died Wednesday, July 8, 1993. He was born May 19, 1942, in Ganado to Johnye P. “J. P.” and Billie Mitchell Davis of Edna. Mr. Davis was employed by Jackson County Health Department and was a member of the Faith Family Church of Victoria. Survivors: wife, Petty Karl Davis; daughter, Johnna Davis Martin of Edna; son, Jason Karl Davis of Edna; parents; brother, Paul Davis of Cuero; and four grandsons. Services: 2 p. m. Sunday at the Jackson County Services Building in Edna, the Revs. Jim Graff and Harry Johnson, officiating. Burial: Memory Gardens Cemetery, Jackson County Funeral Home, Edna, 782-5201. Memorials: Crossroads Christian School, P. O. Box 4824, Victoria or the Mid-Coast Youth for Christ, P. O. Box 672, Edna. Pallbearers: Ramiro Rodriguez Jr., Jim Billman, Montie Callaway, Jim Chase, Jim Curlee and Harry Brooks. Honorary pallbearers: Clois Gresham, Richard Reagan, John Brown, Mike Buchanek, Robert Martin, Johnny Belicek, Abel Cruz and Frank Hernandez
Victoria Advocate,
July 10, 1993 |
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New Braunfels – Robert “Robbie” Burt Davis of New Braunfels passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2009 at University Hospital in San Antonio. He was born Feb. 10, 1977, in Ganado, to Vernon and Beverly Davis. He is survived by his wife, Angela Davis; daughters, Kaytlin and Madison Nagel of New Braunfels; son, Sean Davis of Victoria; and expectant daughter, Rylyn Davis; parents, Vernon and Beverly Davis of Edna; brother, Eddie (Rhonda) Davis of Edna; sister, Lisa Davis of New Braunfels; as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Burt and Agnes Davis, Robert Hahn, Opal and Cecile Gandy; uncles, Bobby Hahn, Fred “Gennie” Hahn, and Michael “Mike” Davis; and aunt, Wilma Webel. The family received friends of family for a time of visitation from 6 – 8 p. m. on Wednesday, Jan. 14, in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna. Funeral services will be held at 11 a. m. today, Jan. 15, in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel, with a celebration of life to follow at The Harry Hafernick Center. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Robbie’s name to the American Heart Association. Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna, 361-782-2221.
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January 15, 2009 |
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Edna—Robert Neal Davis, 70, of Edna, died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2000. He was born May 5, 1929, in Fannin, to the late Chester Arthur and Florence Gholson Davis. He was a retired trainer in oil and gas production at Shell Oil Company and a member of First United Methodist Church. He was a U. S. Marine veteran. He was a member of Edna Masonic Lodge, Eastern Star and Golden Crescent Nature Club of Victoria. He was a volunteer with Soil Conservation Service in Pleasanton and AARP Tax Counseling Program. Survivors: wife, Joyce T. Meitzen Davis; daughters, Micki Yoder of Temple, Patti Hutton of Tulsa, Okla.; son, David Davis of Sulphur Springs; step-daughters, Mae Ellen Kelver of Galveston; step-son, Terry Meitzen of Batesville, Ark.; sisters, Audrey Bailey of Deer Park and Laura Horn of Gouldsboro, Pa.; brother, Gail Davis of Edna; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: step-son, John Meitzen; parents; sister, Doris Crow; brothers, Frank Davis and Pat Davis. Services will be 11 a. m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church in Edna, the Rev. Russell Minton officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, (361)782-2152. Memorials: First United Methodist Church.
Victoria Advocate,
January 6, 2000 |
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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.
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Port Lavaca—Funeral services for William W. Day III, 47, Calhoun County criminal district attorney who died Wednesday in a Victoria hospital, will be held at 2 p. m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home of Port Lavaca. Retired District Judge Joe E. Kelly of Victoria will officiate at the services here. Burial will be in Edna Cemetery with Masonic graveside services by Port Lavaca Lodge 36 AF&AM, of which Day was a member. Day, who had a history of heart ailments, had been district attorney here for 15 years. A native of Athens, Texas, he was an elder in the First Christian Church and had been a member of the Optimist Club and the Port Lavaca Jaycees. Pallbearers will be Fred Turner, Michael Fricke, James Smith, Jack Salyer, Mark Kelly and Russell Cain. Honorary pallbearers will be Judge Willis Jetton, Judge Kelly, Judge Frank Crain, Judge Clarence Stevenson, Tom Garner, Lawrence Dio, Keith Merrick, George Fred Rhodes, David Roberts, Frank Wedig, Richard Pierce , Clara Thompson and members of Calhoun County Commissioners Court. Victoria Advocate, July 25, 1980 District Attorney in Calhoun Dies Port Lavaca—William W. Day III, 47, who served as criminal attorney in Calhoun County for 15 years, died at 5 p. m. Wednesday in a local hospital. Funeral arrangements were incomplete Wednesday night at Richardson Funeral Home. Day was a native of Athens, and a graduate of Athens High School. He received his pre-law education at Henderson County Junior College, Victoria College and the University of Houston. He qualified for the state examination by studying law in Jean Day’s law office in Port Lavaca while working as a briefing clerk and investigator in that office. His business experience prior to his law career included working as a potman at Alcoa’s Point Comfort Works, operator of a dairy, service man for an appliance store, and owner and operator of Day’s Humble Service Station. He was a past president and member of the Calhoun County Bar Association, a member of the Texas County and District-Attorney Association, and served as a member of the Public Protection Committee of the Golden Crescent Council of Governments. He also had served as an elder in the Presbyterian church. Surviving are his wife, Rose Etta Day; six daughters, Rhonda Comstock of Houston, Danna Askew, Debbie Carroll, Charlotte Hunt and Gloria Maxwell, of Edna, and Sherrie Ericson of Austin; three sons, Jean Maddox Day, William W. Day IV of San Marcos and Lee Putnam of Edna; a sister, Mary Jean Dailey of Houston; a brother, Levin Day of Houston and nine grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate,
July 24, 1980 |
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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.
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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
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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.
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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,
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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.
The family suggest
memorial contributions be sent to Hospice Brazos Valley.
Victoria Advocate,
January 20, 2015 |
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Edna—Eva Johnson DeBord, 79, of Edna, died Friday, Sept. 16, 2005. She was born Oct. 24, 1925, in Kenedy, to the late LaFayette and Lula Mae Donnell Johnson. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church of Edna. Survivors: daughters, Patty Young of Victoria and Rhonda Keith of Edna; son, Ronnie DeBord of Edna; sisters, Lucille Talley of Edna, Fay Supak of El Campo, and Jeanette Powers of Austin; brother, Kenneth Johnson of Amarillo; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Rube DeBord Jr.; and sons, Jimmy D. DeBord and Rube DeBord III. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p. m. today at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be 10 a. m. Monday at First Baptist Church of Edna, the Rev. Danny Reeves officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.
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September 18, 2005 |
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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.
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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,
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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,
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 57th 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. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 37, No. 18, Ed. 1 Thursday, July 23, 1942, newspaper, July 23, 1942, page 1.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 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.
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. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The First United Methodist Church of Ganado, 200 Twin Oaks Blvd., Ganado, TX 77962.
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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 14th. 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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,
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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
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