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Jesse Gallegos, age 31, passed away Saturday August 16, 2025 in
Vanderbilt, TX. He was born on April 12, 1994, in Victoria, TX.
Jesse was a beloved husband, father, son, brother and uncle.
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Aurora “Georgie” Garcia, 89, passed away peacefully in Victoria,
TX, surrounded by her daughter Terri on Saturday, September 27,
2025 at 9:30 a.m. She was born January 7, 1936, in Ganado to the
late Alberto Gabino Martinez and Florinda Reyes Martinez She met
her husband of 35 years, Benito Garcia and married in 1970 and
settled in Louise, later retiring to Ukiah, CA. Together they
raised eight children.
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Ernest R Garcia, Sr., of Edna, Texas, gained his angel wings on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, at the age of 81. He was born in El Campo, Texas on July 1st, 1944, to the late, Emilio and Mary R. Garcia. After marrying his wife of 56 years of marriage, their beautiful lives together filled with love and faith. Ernest was a devoted family man who cherished his time with his children, grandchildren, family members and his beloved friends. Throughout his life, Ernest worked for several grocery stores but his favorite one was being the assistant manager at Stanley’s where he worked for many years. He had a passion for being in the church with his wife Mary, helping out anyway he could. Ernest is survived by; his daughters, Stephanie Sutherland and Anna Garcia; his twin sons, Ernest Garcia and Fabian Garcia; and his grandchildren, Adriana Garcia, Brandon Garcia (Kristin), Fabian Garcia (Megan) Stephen Salazar (Bethany), Jordan Garcia, Jesse Sanchez, Megan Salazar, Ethan Sutherland, Kayla Garcia, Nina Garcia; his 8 great-grandchildren; his sister, Gloria Muniz; his brother, Emilio Garcia (Frances) and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, along with his church family. He is preceded in death by his wife Mary R Garcia and his parents, Emilio and Mary R. Garcia Pallbearers will be Fabian Garcia, Brandon Garcia, Stephen Salazar, Ethan Sutherland, Ben Gonzales and Anthony Gonzales. Honorary are Jesse Sanchez, and Jordan Garcia remaining grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Monday, September 15th, 2025 in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025, at 11:00 am, also in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna.
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Esther Cruz Garcia, of San Antonio, Texas, went to be with lord on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born in Ganado, Texas on January 21, 1941, to the late Henry Cruz, Sr. and Elvira Pena Cruz. Esther was a home daycare provider for 30 years. She loved kids and formed a lasting bond with all the children she took care of throughout the years. She was a member of the St. Thomas More Catholic church and belonged to the Catholic Daughters as well as the Guadalupana Society. She loved spending Friday nights cheering on the Judson Rockets, dancing with friends and drinking the occasional margarita while listening to mariachis. Esther was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who will be missed dearly. She is survived by her loving Daughter; Evelyn Monica Infante and her husband Valentin of San Antonio; Son, Santos Lance Garcia and his wife Hope of San Antonio; Two sisters and Four brothers; Two grandchildren Koda Infante and Claire Garcia of San Antonio; numerous nieces and nephews and many loving family members and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Elvira Cruz; her sister Jane Lopez; and brothers Henry Cruz, Jr. and Bobby Cruz. Pallbearers will be Alex C. Rocha, Fred Lopez, Jon Ryon Lopez, Eric Cruz, James Cruz and Sammy Cruz. Services for Esther are scheduled at Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, January 23, 2026. Visitation will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., immediately followed by the Rosary at 6:30 p.m. The funeral service is set for Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., also at Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Following the service, burial will occur at Edna Latin American Cemetery in Edna, Texas.
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Sandra Faye Horelka Garza, age 64, of Vanderbilt, TX passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Sandra was born in Victoria, TX to Olivia Berger Horelka and Emil Horelka Jr. on November 24,1960. Sandra was a 1979 graduate of Industrial High School and worked as a Dental Assistant in Port Lavaca. Sandra was the queen of cruises, when she returned off the ship from one cruise, she was already planning another vacation with her family. Sandra lived life to its fullest and brought joy into the lives of everyone she knew. She devoted her life to her husband, kids and grandkids, never missing a football game, band event or baseball game. Even though she will not be in the stands she will be cheering the grandkids on. Sandra is survived by her husband, Henry Garza; her daughters Shala Garza (Rudy Martinez) of Ganado, Corrina Rosalez (Ross) of Ganado, Deitte Garza of Victoria; and her son C. J. Garza (Lena)of Vanderbilt; sister Sherri Tims of Taft and brother Sammy Horelka of Inez; eleven grandchildren Raven Garza, Lizandro Molina, Kassy Garza,Daisy Garza, Jayce Rosalez, Serrina Garza, Judah Dupuy, Alaena Rosalez, R. J. Martinez, Liam Rosalez and Alice Rosalez. Sandra was preceded in death by her parents Emil Horelka Jr and Olivia Berger Horelka. A celebration of Sandra's life is to be conducted at 10 AM Saturday, the 18th, 2025 at Vanderbilt Baptist Church, 191 Victoria Street, Vanderbilt, TX with Pastor Jack Hutson officiating. Serving as pallbearers are Ross Rosalez, Rudy Martinez, Lizandro Molina, Jayce Rosalez, Judah Dupuy, R. J. Martinez and Liam Rosalez.
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Billy Ray Gaskin went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was born on November 20, 1939, in Edna, Texas to the late Irdean Lowell Gaskin and Ruth Stovall Gaskin. Billy Ray leaves to cherish his memory; his loving wife of 62 years Alfreeda Edwards Gaskin, his son Douglas Gaskin (Leigh), daughters Deirdra Gaskin and Dana Gaskin, his sister Mildred Young, 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He is proceeded in death by his parents, his son (Desmond Gaskin), his sister (Lola Russell), and his 3 brothers (Archie Gaskin, Irdean Gaskin, Jr. and Lowell Gaskin). Pallbearers will be Cleophus Brown, Jr., Craig Calls, Horace Callis, Alfred Edwards, Dennis Edwards and Mike Mumphord. Honorary pallbearers will be Deacon Jamie Griffin, Deacon Matthew Gaskin, Eugene (Butch) Graham, Charles Green, Herman Green, Mac Earl Hines, Tommy Parson and Don Stafford. The services for Billy Ray are scheduled as follows: A viewing and signing of the register book will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Visitation is set for Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at Gideon Baptist Church, located at 627 County Road 3171 in Edna, Texas. The funeral service will commence at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the same location, with interment to follow at Arenosa Cemetery in Edna, Texas. Reverend Walter L. Gant, Jr. will officiate the proceedings.
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Maxine Parker Gates, of Edna, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at the age of 95. She was born December 20, 1929, in Davenport, Oklahoma, to the late Elmer Franklin Parker and Jessie Holderreed Parker. Her father’s work with Mobil Oil brought the family to LaSalle, Texas, where Maxine grew up. A gifted student, she graduated as valedictorian of Industrial High School in 1946. On September 10, 1960, she married the love of her life, Darward G. Gates. Maxine worked for many years as a secretary for Grace Presbyterian Church in Victoria and also at F.W. Woolworth, where she especially enjoyed finding little treasures to decorate her home. Known affectionately as Mom, Grandma, Geegee, Mrs. Geegee, and Max, she filled her life with family, creativity, and joy. An avid quilter, Maxine always had a quilt in progress—whether piecing together a new top or hand-stitching one in the frame. She lovingly gifted quilts to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family, and friends. In addition, she was a talented knitter, crocheter, and crafter, creating beautiful blankets, table scarves, sweaters, and more. With her green thumb, Maxine’s yard was always filled with vibrant flowers and hanging baskets. She had a playful side, too—enjoying trips to Louisiana casinos, often returning with jewelry, dishes, or small gifts for loved ones. Even in later years, her step would quicken at the thought of a gambling trip. She loved playing dominoes, especially with her grandchildren, and the family often teased about Jake McHenry being her “favorite,” though it was clear she cherished each grandchild and great-grandchild deeply. Maxine was blessed with two devoted caregivers, Virginia Garcia and later Melissa Escamilla, who became part of the family and shared many adventures with her—including lunches at Olive Garden and Double J’s. A faithful member of Grace Presbyterian Church in Victoria, Maxine attended regularly until moving to Edna in 2008. She is survived by her son, Bobby Gerjes (Robin); daughter, Brenda Jacobs (Timmy); granddaughters, Shelly Davis, Stephanie Morgan (Chris), and Bobbi Jo Biehunko (John); grandsons, Shannon Srp (Julie), Jake Srp (Shelley), and Josh Srp (Laurel); step-grandsons, Cory Jacob (Mandy) and John Ross Jacobs; and step-granddaughters, Tandi Stewart and Jessica Barnes (Corey). She was blessed with 25 grandchildren, numerous great-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Maxine was preceded in death by her husband, Darward Gates; parents, Elmer and Jessie Parker; brothers, Stanley, Thomas, Clifford, Howard, and Harold Parker; sisters, Helen Parker Evans, Dorothy Parker Porter, Ruth Parker Teal, and Geraldine Parker Broome; son, Randy Gerjes; and grandson, Brandon Gerjes. The family would like to thank Kim and BJ Hicks for assisting in moving Maxine into Edna Grow in Grace so quickly. Even though her time there was short, she was well loved and cared for. We would also like to thank the doctors and staff at Citizens Hospital, as well as Hospice of South Texas - The Dornburg Center of Compassion, for the excellent care she received. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of South Texas, Dornberg Center of Compassion, 1005 Millette Drive, Victoria, Texas 77904; Grow in Grace, P.O. Box 281, Ganado, Texas 77962; or to the charity of your choice. Pallbearers will be Scott Teal, Curtis Teal, Marshall Teal, Billy Broome, Dylan Hase, Blayke Kubenka, Kyla Srp, and Parker Srp. Services will be held on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Vanderbilt Baptist Church. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Graveside services will take place at 2:00 p.m. at Memory Gardens of Victoria. Maxine will be remembered for her faith, her creativity, her humor, and the deep love she had for her family.
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Dennis Gerald George, 71, of Angleton, Texas passed away on November 15, 2025 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 18, 1954 in Seguin, Texas to William George and Doris Cihal George. At a young age he moved with his family to Ganado, Texas. Dennis caught a ride with a friend who was driving to Freeport to interview at The Dow Chemical Company. Dennis decided to ride along, because he had never seen the beach before. It was on that adventure that Dennis landed himself a job at Dow where he worked for 35 years. In 1977 Dennis married the love of his life, Brenda Sulak at Assumption Catholic Church in Ganado and made their home in a little yellow house in Danbury, Texas. They later built their family home in Angleton. In 1979, Dennis and Brenda grew their family from two to three when they welcomed their only child, Jaclyn. Dennis spent his life being the most dedicated dad and husband to both of them. In 2006, Dennis took on his most cherished role as Papoo to his grandchildren, Jackson and Presley. In 2010, Grayson was added to his growing family. He became their biggest fan and supporter in everything they did. Dennis was a fun-loving, genuine man who never knew a stranger. He was an amazing friend, husband, dad, and Papoo, and we will miss him dearly. He is preceded in death by his parents William George and Doris Cihal George Fowler, and his step-father Bruce Fowler. He is survived by his siblings Lana Tatsch, Brenda Gail George, William George, and David George. Also left to cherish his memory are his mother and father in law, June and Lad Sulak, brother and sister-in law, Mark and Tina Walch and sister in law, Carol Sulak. He also leaves behind those he loved the most - his wife Brenda George, daughter Jaclyn George, and his grandchildren Jackson, Presley and Grayson. His funeral will be celebrated at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Ganado on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 10:00 am. with a rosary being recited at 9:30 am. Services are entrusted to the Todish family of Ganado & Slavik Funeral Homes.
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Abelino Gonzales, of Edna, Texas, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the age of 68. Services for Abelino will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, with the visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by the rosary to be recited at 10:30 a.m., all in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Burial at Edna Latin American Cemetery.
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El Campo – Sophie Mary Nagel Goppert, 97, of El Campo died Friday, Dec. 8, 1995. She was born July 4, 1898, in Cordele to the late Albert H. and Emelia Braun Nagel. She was a retired clerk for Wendell Howe. She was a member of Eastern Star and Baptist Temple. Survivors: son, retired U. S. Air Force Colonel J. G. Goppert of Palos Verdes, Calif.; sister, Johanna Goppert of Round Rock; three grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Earl Curtis Goppert. Services will be held at 10 a. m. Saturday at Baptist Temple in Edna, the Rev. J. A. Munson officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens Cemetery, Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, (800) 214-2152. Pallbearers: Steve Goppert, Richard Nagel, Bill Nagel and Kyle Nagel.
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Lolita – Jonathan Wayne Goss, 18, of Lolita, died Friday, Aug. 27, 1999. He was born June 30, 1981, in Port Lavaca, to Linda Duenow Goss of Lolita and the late Robert Goss. He was a student at Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos and a member of St. James Lutheran Church of Guanaco. He was a member of Cobra Band, the golf team, basketball team, he was Band Beau and was voted “Most Handsome.” Survivors: mother; and sisters, Elene Goss of Lolita, JoLynn Hungerford of Corpus Christie and Amber Melton of Chico, Calif. Preceded in death by: father; and grandparents, Edwin and Mildred “Kitten” Duenow and James and Bessie Goss. Services will be 3 p. m. today at St. John Bosco Catholic Church of Vanderbilt, the Revs. Bruce Adamson, Jim Deaconson, Jack Hutson and Benton Thurmond officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152. Pallbearers: Cody Bullock, Brandon Green, Roy Pilgrim, Warren Green, Ashley Jalufka, Scott Kennedy, Brandon Thomas, Steve Cavazos, Chris Cotton and Thomas Atzenhoffer. Honorary pallbearers: all of Jonathan’s friends.
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Edna – Funeral services for William Newton Grafius Jr., 65, of Corpus Christi will be held at 2 p. m. Wednesday from the Slavik Chapel with the Rev. Russell Moon officiating. Burial will be in Edna Cemetery under direction of the Slavik Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Dave Collins, Gene Jones, Dick Whitrow, H. L. Krenzler, William Lee Asbeck and Kelly Kahanek. Mr. Grafius was born Aug. 31, 1909 at Houston. He died Monday in Corpus Christi. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Eleanor Grafius of Corpus Christi, and one brother, Frank Grafius of Houston.
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Edna – Gertrude “Nannie” Graham, 94, of Edna, died Saturday, Sept. 13, 1997. She was born Nov. 18, 1902, in Oakville to the late James Allen and Kitty Wilson Jones. She was the former owner of the Grand Motel in Edna for 40 years, was a past worthy matron of Eastern Star in Edna and a member of First Baptist Church. Survivors: daughter, Juanita Gertrude Greig of Edna; four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Preceded in death by: parents; husband, Judson Robert “Bob” Graham; sister, Lydia Coker; and brothers, Henry Jones and Lem Jones. Services will be at 2 p. m. today at First Baptist Church in Edna, the Rev. Jim Gilbert officiating. Graveside services will be at Memory Gardens of Edna under the auspices of the Eastern Star. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152. Pallbearers: Jimmy Huff, Nick Harbin, Judson Greig, Shane Wollam, Buddy Jones and Al Beamon. Honorary pallbearers: Lynda Greig Beamon, Kimberly Greig Huff and Lanier Greig. Memorials: donor’s choice.
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Eleanor Asbeck Grafius, 94, of Edna, passed away Monday, Jan. 8, 2007. She was born May 23, 1912, in Manvel, to the late Louis N. Asbeck and Lillie Hazawood Asbeck. Eleanor is survived by: her nephew, William L. Asbeck and wife, Wanda, of Edna; great-nephews, Donald L. Asbeck of Edna and Kenny Vuillemin and wife, Linda, of Victoria; and great-niece, Ann Marie Asbeck of Edna. She is preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, William N. Grafius; sisters, Isabel Lozeson and Alma Krenzler; brothers, Steve, Robert and Carlie Asbeck. Graveside services will be held 10 a. m. on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007, in Memory Gardens of Edna Cemetery, the Rev. Bernard Richea officiating. Oaklawn Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2221.
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Edna – Funeral services for Judson Robert Graham, 78, owner of the Grand Motel here, will be held at 2 p. m. Monday from the Jackson County Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Joe Webb officiating. Burial will be in the Edna Memory Gardens under direction of the Jackson County Funeral Service. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Mr. Graham was born Sept. 9, 1898, at Nacogdoches, and lived in Houston before coming to Edna 25 years ago. He was a Baptist and a veteran of World War II, and past commander of American Legion Post 212. He died Saturday in a Victoria hospital. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Gertrude Graham and a daughter, Mrs. Juanita Greig, both of Edna; a sister, Mrs. Vertna Schultz of Houston; a brother, M. C. Graham of Houston; four grandchildren and two great-granddaughters.
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Mrs. Marion Graham, a former well known and highly esteemed resident of Jackson County, passed away Saturday, January 10th, 1948, at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Isaacson in El Campo, after an illness of less than three weeks duration. Few, if any of Mrs. Graham’s Edna and Jackson County friends knew of her illness and the news of her death was a shock to them and brought grief to many hearts. The remains were brought to Edna Tuesday afternoon, and the funeral service was held at the Allen Memorial Presbyterian Church at 3:00, being conducted by Rev. Elmer Wood, pastor of the El Campo Presbyterian Church. Mrs. N. A. Stuart sang two of Mrs. Graham’s favorite songs, “One Sweetly Solemn Thought” and “The Lord’s Prayer” by Malotte, accompanied by Mrs. T. J. Bolling at the organ. Interment was made at the Edna cemetery by the side of her husband, who passed away in July 1941. The pallbearers were: Messrs. L. E. Wagstaff, C. B. Trousdale, Charles Breckel, Dick Cospter, Earl Goppert, and Hubert Ratliff. Jennie Dunball Smith was born at Appleton, Ohio, on April 10, 1865, the daughter of Nathan and Mehitable Myers Smith. Shortly after the Civil War the family moved westward, first to Illinois, then Iowa, and finally to Petersburg, Nebraska, where they resided several years. Here she attended the public school of Petersburg and Albion and later normal school, receiving a certificate to teach, becoming one of the pioneer teachers in that section of the state. On March 23, 1885, she was united in marriage to Marion W. Graham at Neligh, Neb., where they resided continuously except for one year’s residence in Illinois and one year at Edna, Texas until 1928, when they moved to a farm southwest of Edna to make their home. In 1935 they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary to holding open house for their neighbors and friends. In 1941 they observed their fifty-sixth wedding anniversary quietly with the members of their immediate family. Mr. Graham passed away the following July, but Mrs. Graham remained on the farm until October, 1946 when she went to live with her daughter, Mrs. A. J. Isaacson and Mr. Isaacson, in El Campo. After an illness of less than three weeks she passed away January 10, 1948. Mrs. Graham was active in club work, having been one of the charter members of the Reviewer’s Club in Neligh, Nebraska, and the organizer and first president of the Home Demonstration Club of the Live Oak and Casa Branea communities, Jackson County. She was also active in fraternal organizations, beign a member of the Woman’s Relief Corps, Degree of Honor, and Daughters of Veterans. She held eight different state offices in the W. R. C., and was elected delegate-at-large to the National Convention and was made National Committeewoman on two separate occasions. She was a member of the Congregational Church at Neligh, and was interested in the various ____ and the activities of the command. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. A. J. Isaacson, one grandson, Robert E. Muhm, and two step-grandchildren, Barbara Isaacson and James Isaacson, all of El Campo; and one brother, Henry P. Smith of Clearwater, Nebraska. Two sisters, Mrs. Ella Ferguson of Neligh, and Mrs. Mary Van Doren of Marksan, Wisconsin, preceded her in death the latter having passes away December 19, 1947. To Mrs. Isaacson and other relatives, the Herald extends heartfelt sympathy in their time of great sorrow.
Edna Weekly Herald, January 15, 1948 &
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Evelyn Carole Grahmann, 70, of Edna, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011. She was born Jan. 14, 1941 to the late George and Mary Otto. She was a full time homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Clarence; her two children, Lorne Mock of Schellsburg, Pa., and Travis Lee Grahmann of Edna; her two sisters, Ruth McCreary of New Paris, Pa., and Diann Willey of Bedford, Pa.; and her grandchildren, Autumn Grahmann, Levi, Luke and Kirsten Mock. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Michael Lee Mock; her sisters, Jean Hann, Wilma Otto, and Mary Otto; and brothers, Russell and Harry Otto. Visitation was Dec. 8, with a Rosary recited 7 p.m. at the Slavik Funeral Home, in Edna. A Rosary was recited at 10 a.m. Dec. 9 with the funeral service at 10:30 a.m., with Rev. John Peters and Rev. Michael Petering officiating at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna. Interment followed at Memory Gardens Cemetery of Edna. Services under the direction of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna, 361-782-2152
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Edna – Goe Taylor Grassmuck, 71, of Edna, died Monday, Aug. 2, 1999. She was born Feb. 5, 1928, in Edna, to Margaret Gerald Taylor of Edna and the late Odis George Taylor. She was a retired secretary at Randolph Air Force Base. Survivors: mother. Graveside services will be 5 p. m. today at Memory Gardens of Edna with W. F. Gerald officiating. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152.
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Funeral services for Eugene W. Gray, 78, were held from Slavik’s Chapel Tuesday afternoon, with Rev. I. E. Walker officiating. Interment was in the Edna Memory Gardens Cemetery. Mr. Gray, well-known Jackson County rancher, died in Austin on Sept. 12, after an illness of several years. He was born August 11, 1881 in Cooper, Texas, and had been a resident of this county since 1937. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Martha Hooten Gray of Fredericksburg; a son, Col. Eugene W. Gray Jr. of Washington D. C.; and three daughters, Mrs. Roger Ray of Pharr, Mrs. F. W. Lemburg of Austin and Mrs. C. C. Phillips of Mission. He also leaves eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
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Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at Slavik Chapel for Mrs. Martha Susan Gray, 83, a former Jackson County resident and grandmother of Mrs. Wayne Myers of Edna. Rev. J. W. Griffin and Rev. I. E. Walker officiated. Interment was in Edna Memory Gardens. Pallbearers were Dr. Bud Lee, Harrison Stafford, Pete Layden, Dr. C. M. Dugger, David Whitlow and W. C. Stevens. Mrs. Gray was born Dec. 14, 1879 in Cooper. She and her late husband, a well-known rancher, lived in this county from 1917 to 1927 and again from 1937 until 1957. A member of the Methodist Church, she passed away in Fredericksburg on Dec. 15, following a long illness. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. C. C. Phillips of Mission, Mrs. F. W. Lindberg Jr. of Austin, and Mrs. Roger Ray of Brownsville; a son, Dr. Eugene W. Gray of Nurnberg, Germany; five brothers, Richard Hooten of Perrin, Ray Hooten of Mineral Wells, Smith Hooten of Itasca, Ezzell Hooten of Dallas, and Even Hooten of Hermit, Calif.; two sisters, Mrs. Effie Wright of Weatherford and Mrs. Sye Montgomery of Haskell; also eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Edna Herald, December 20, 1962 |
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Lolita – A. C. Green has “gone fishing.” A. C. Green passed away on Feb. 19, 2009 at Welford Hall Hospital, Lackland AFB in San Antonio. He was born Almuth Cornelius Green on July 30, 1921, in Vanderbilt, to Thad Monroe Green and Mary Lee Hudson Green. A. C. was one of nine children of which Leona Burney of Marble Falls is the sole surviving member. A. C. was preceded in death by his brothers, Rueben, Harold, James and Otto; and sisters, Viola Stefka, Velma Dowdy and Verda Schlinke. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Jane Green, formerly of Topeka. They have three sons and daughters-in-law, Terry and Bobbie Green of Port Lavaca. Cornell and Patricia Green of Yorktown, and Patrick and Lindy Green of Victoria. A. C. and Nancy have 14 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. A. C. graduated from Kingsville High School in 1939 while living with his sister Verda. He spent a year with the artillery in the Texas National Guard. He served with the army during World War II with the 103rd Regimental Combat Team of the 43rd Infantry Division. He saw extensive combat and participated in the savage fighting for the Liberation of Manila and in the brutal mountain fighting reducing the imposing Shimbu Line. After the battles in the Philippines, A. C. participated in the occupation of Japan. He separated from the Army in 1946. He earned the prestigious Combat Infantry’s Badge, two Bronze Stars, and numerous other awards and citations. He kept in contact with his foxhole buddy Ernie Head, visiting with him as recently as last week. A. C. started his oilfield career selling drilling mud for Zarsky Lumber yard in Vanderbilt. Over the next 25 years he built and sold reputation as a petroleum engineer and field superintendent specializing in shallow oil and gas production in the Golden Crescent. After retiring from the oilfield, A. C. turned his love of the outdoors, particularly fishing, into a successful career in the marine industry. He partnered with Ben Young owning the Sports Hub Sporting Goods Store on Lauren in the early ‘60s. He later became a partner and general manager for Power Cat Boats. It is white he was with Power Vat that he made what he considered his biggest contribution to the industry. A. C. was the first person to use a two-seat fresh water bass boat with a troll motor, make it unsinkable, and adapt it to salt-water fishing. He had great success with these boats fishing the flats in and around Port O’Connor and Matagorda Island. A. C. also owned Victoria Marine Sales on Main Street in Victoria until his second retirement. Funeral services will be held at Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna, Texas at 10 a. m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009 and interment will follow afterwards at Memory Gardens of Edna Cemetery. A reception will be held afterwards at A. C.’s grandson’s house on County Club Road. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Floyd Parrett Jr. of Port Aransas, Thomas Parrett of Houston, Gabriel Green of Yorktown, Terrence Michael Green of Edna; and nephews, Larry and Michael Green of Seadrift. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Disabled Veterans of America to help with our veterans in need. A. C. was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and husband to Nancy for 68 years having married in September of 1940. He will be missed by all. Dad has “gone fishing” one last time. All that knew him are confident that he had a FULL STRINGER AND THEY ARE ALL KEEPERS. Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
Victoria Advocate, February 24, 2009 |
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Rites were held Sunday at 2:30 o’clock at the Church of Christ for Mrs. Annie Katherine Green, 57, wife of Eugene Green. She died March 19 at her home after an illness of ten years. Arden Lawrence, former pastor here, and Ted Scadden of Vanderbilt officiated. Burial was in the Edna Cemetery under the direction of the Slavik Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Wilbert Martin, Elton Ling, Red Sharp, Fred Walker, Walter Braddock and Clarence Crisp. Mrs. Green was a native of this county, having been born Dec. 20, 1896, a daughter of Mrs. Ella Emerson of Edna and the late J. W. Terry. In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by seven sons and daughters, Charles W. Green of Edna and Gene Green of El Campo, Mrs. Lucille Conley of Settle, Wash., Mrs. Irene Whitworth of Vanderbilt, Mrs. Mildred Henderson of Louise, Mrs. Opal Gates of Kountze and Mrs. Lillie Mae Pearce of Francitas; five brothers and sisters, Neeley and Robert Terry of Edna, Maggie Talley, Willie Myers and Ruby Rowell, and 12 grandchildren.
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Edna – Services for Basil H. Green, 84, of Edna who died Thursday, will be 10 a. m. today at Slavik Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Danny Wilson officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152. Pallbearers: Tony Gerdes, Ted Malek, Roy Chumchall, Dan Gaskill, Marc McCrary and Chris Gerdes.
Victoria Advocate, December 7, 1996 |
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Betty Lou "Nana" Green, Nana and Papa are together again. Betty, of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday January 21, 2017 following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease at the age of 88. Nana was a fantastic wife to Tom and loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved her family deeply. Though she was a gifted artist on canvas and porcelain she will be most remembered for her kind spirit. Her sweet personality always broke through the foggy mind-and although she forgot names and relationships, she smiled when she saw us, and was always pleasant and jovial. Everyone was "sweetie". She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law: Thomas Stephen and Kathleen Mary, David Austin and Judith Jay, and Mark Alan and Emma Susan Marie Green; six grandchildren, Travis Stephen, Emily Marie (Picou), Gerard Michael, Benjamin Tyler, Andrew Frederick and Mary Frances Green; six great grandchildren, Aubrey Jeanne-Marie (Picou), Sarah Paige, Aiden Scott (Picou), Claire Siobhan, Emile Badeaux and Jolie Renee Green; four sisters: Maudie Elaine Darr, Linda Sue Childers, Sandra Kay Anderson and Sharon Ann Fischer and one brother Carl Lee Cox. She was preceded in death by her parents Alma Carl and Ruby Irene Cox, two sisters, Carnell Putnam and Jerry Juanita Loudermilk, and one brother, Kenneth Wayne Cox. Betty was born in Limestone County, Texas, was a long-time resident of Edna and Victoria, Texas and graduated from Edna High School. Though she is resting peacefully in Jesus' arms, her family will miss her. A memorial service will be held on February 4, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Edna First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alzheimer's Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., FL 17, Chicago IL 60601 alz.org OR Fight SMA 8016 Staples Mill Rd., Richmond, VA 23228, FightSMA.org.
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Mrs. Beulah Gayle Green, 75, of 5211 W. Colorado, died at 1 a. m. Tuesday at her residence following an illness of about a year. She had lived here about five weeks, coming to Victoria from Edna. She was a native of Edna, born there on May 28, 1890, to the late B. B. and Eudora Starr Gayle. Funeral will be at 3 p. m. Wednesday from First Methodist Church in Edna with the Rev. J. W. Griffin and the Rev. L. E. Walker officiating. Burial will be in Edna City Cemetery under the direction of McCabe-Carruth Funeral Home of Victoria. The body will lie in state at the church from 2 p. m. until the time of services. Survivors include a son, Thomas of Victoria; two sisters, Miss Frances A. Gayle of Victoria and Mrs. Sally Rose Wofford of Edna, and three grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Stonewall Jackson, Louis Loudermilk, W. T. McNeil, Frank Veils, Porter Putnam, and B. B. Gayle Jr. Victoria Advocate, March 30, 1966
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Vanderbilt – Funeral services for Doris Lee Green, 59, of Vanderbilt, will be held at 3 p. m. Thursday in Slavik Funeral Chapel in Edna, with the Rev. Homer La Rue officiating. Burial will be in Edna Cemetery under direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Mrs. Green was born Dec. 5, 1919 at Troy, and had lived in Jackson County 12 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Vanderbilt. She died Tuesday in a Victoria hospital. Surviving are three sons, Thad and Lee Green of Vanderbilt and Harold Green of Temple; three sisters, Blanche Brown of Vanderbilt, Lois Allen of La Feria and Geraldine Hardin of San Antonio; two brothers, L. P. Honeycutt of Alvin and Todd Honeycutt of Channelview; and five grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, December 14, 1978 |
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Edna – Funeral services for Eugene George Green, 88, of Kountze will be held at 2 p. m. Thursday in Slavik’s Chapel, with N. E. Balch officiating. Burial will be in the Edna Cemetery under direction of the Slavik Funeral Home. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Mr. Green was born Jan. 17, 1890 at Terryville, and was a retired rancher. He died Tuesday in a Kountze hospital. Surviving are five daughters, Lucille Conley of Alvin, Irene Whitworth of Vanderbilt, Mildred Henderson of Hot Springs, Ark., Opal Gates of Kountze and Lillie Pearce of Palacios; two sons, E. E. “Gene” Green of El Campo and Charles W. Green of Athens; and 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, January 11, 1979 |
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Vanderbilt – Funeral services for Harold Benjamin Green, 48, owner of a grocery store in Vanderbilt, will be held at 10 a. m. Friday from the First Baptist Church here, with the Rev. Hoyt Hunnicutt officiating. Burial will be in the Edna Cemetery under direction of the Slavik Funeral Home. Nephews will be pallbearers Mr. Green was born June 25, 1924 in Jackson County, and was a veteran of World War II. He died at his home in Vanderbilt about 3:30 p. m. Wednesday, apparently from a heart attack. An ambulance was called, but he was pronounced dead at his home by Justice of The Peace Charlie Sembera. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Doris Green and three sons, Harold A., Thad Monroe and Lee Dwayne, all of Vanderbilt; four sisters, Mrs. Viola Stefka of Temple, Mrs. Richard Dowdy of Brazoria, Mrs. A. E. Schlinke of San Antonio and Mrs. Bruce Burney of Marble Falls; three brothers, A. C. Green of Victoria, James N. Green of Port Lavaca and O. W. Green of Seadrift; and four grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, December 28 & 29, 1972 |
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Thad Monroe Green, 55, Vanderbilt service station operator, died at a Victoria hospital at 9:25 o’clock Fri. morning following an illness of a month. Funeral services were held Sunday at 9 a. m. from his late residence at Vanderbilt. Hoyt Bailey, Church of Christ minister of Kenedy, officiated and burial was in the Edna Cemetery. J. E. Ryan and Son Funeral Home has charge of arrangements. A native of Llano County, where he was born February 22, 1887, Mr. Green had been a resident of Jackson County for the past 25 years, moving there from Victoria County. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Mary Lee Green; five sons, Reuben, James and Otto Green of Vanderbilt, A. C. Green of LaSalle and Harold Green of New Guinea; four daughters, Mrs. Chas. Stefka of Temple, Mrs. P. O. Barker of Sheldon, Mrs. A. E. Schlinke of South San Antonio and Mrs. Clarence Reininger of Vanderbilt; four brothers, Robert Green of Francitas, Charley Green of Kingsville, Frank Green of Harlingen and Lee Green of San Antonio; one sister, Mrs. Lizzie Tallant of Kingsville, and 12 grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, February 18, 1943 |
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Thomas “Tom” Green, 81, of Prairieville, LA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 16, 2004, following a lengthy illness. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Betty Lou Cox Green, three sons, Thomas Stephen, David Austin and Mark Alan Green, six grandchildren, one great-granddaughter. A brother Robert D. and sister, Rita Mae Green and their families also survive him. His parents, Fred and Beulah Rodgers Gayle Green and a sister, Eudora May Green, preceded him in death. He was born in San Antonio, TX and was a longtime resident of Edna and Victoria, TX. He graduated from Edna High School and attended Texas A&M and the University of Texas. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the Army Air Corps on Johnston Island in the Pacific Theatre. He retired from Union Carbide after 28 years of faithful service. Tom was a loving husband and fagther, and was a good provider. Though he is resting peacefully in Jesus’ arms, his family will miss him. Graveside services will be held on November 22 at 10:00 AM at Memory Gardens of Edna. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Spinal Muscular Atrophy (smasupport.com) Supoprt, Inc., PO Box 6301, Kokomo, IN 46904-6301.
Victoria Advocate, November 19, 2004 |
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Edna – Vera Curlee Green, 89, longtime resident of Edna, died at 2:15 a. m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, 1991, in a local hospital after a lengthy illness. Funeral services will be at 10 a. m. Thursday at the Jackson County Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Joe Webb officiating. Burial will be in Memory Gardens of Edna Cemetery. She was born Aug. 13, 1901, in Crandall, to the late Nathan B. and Alice Eastep Curlee. She was a homemaker and a Baptist. She had resided in Edna for the past 65 years. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Clyde McDonald of Edna; a sister, Mrs. Ethel Jordan of Edna; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Green on Jan. 25, 1975, and five brothers. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Honorary pallbearers will be Kelly and Kevin McDonald, Bobby, Shannon and Duane Moncrief, John Crabb, Tommy and Roy David Curlee, Woodrow Stewart, Paul Kovar, Calvin Cunningham, Warren Volkner and Luther Hamilton.
Victoria Advocate, January 23 & 24, 1991 |
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Edna – Funeral services for Walter Green, 78, of Edna will be held at 10 a. m. Monday from the Jackson County Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Joe Webb officiating. Burial will be in Memory Gardens under the direction of the Jackson County Funeral Service. Pallbearers will be Jimmy, Douglas, Roy Dave, and Robert Curlee, Elmer Chase and Luther Hamilton. Mr. Green was born April 10, 1896, in Gonzales County. He was a veteran of World War I and a retired employee of the United Gas Co. He died Saturday in an Edna hospital. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Vera Curlee Green of Edna; a daughter, Mrs. Clyde McDonald of Edna; a brother, Taylor Green of Madisonville; and four grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, January 26, 1975 |
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Mrs. Addie Elizabeth Greenwood, a well known and highly esteemed resident of Jackson County and Edna for the past 35 years, passed away Saturday, January 31, following a long and painful illness. The funeral service was held at the Edna Methodist Church Monday afternoon at 3:00 o’clock, being conducted by her pastor, Rev. E. C. Young, assisted by Rev. Carl Schlomach of the Baptist Church. The remains were laid to rest in the Edna Cemetery besides those of her late husband, Mr. G. W. Greenwood. Mrs. Greenwood was born in the State of Minnesota November 25, 1870, hence was 77 years, 2 months and 6 days of age. Her maiden name was Miss Addie Elizabeth Talbert. In 1889 she was united in marriage to Mr. George W. Greenwood. To this union 10 children were born, six of whom are now living. Mr. and Mrs. Greenwood and children came to Jackson County in 1912 where they had since resided. Her husband and four infant children preceded her in death. During her long residence in this county Mrs. Greenwood made a great host of friends, for she was a good and kindly woman; a neighbor who was friendly and neighborly, and she was a good mother and faithful wife. She is survived by the following children: George Greenwood of Houston, Jesse Greenwood of Iowa, Louisiana; Mrs. J. W. Givens, Mrs. W. A. Southers, Mrs. Ted Hodges and Miss Lorine Greenwood of Edna, and Mrs. Willie Gregory of Heavener, Oklahoma; 16 grand children and 22 great-grandchildren; one brother, Mr. Ward Talbert of Fort Worth; two sisters, Mesdames Mamie Merrott of Sayer, Oklahoma, and Cora Parish of Fort Worth. The Herald joins the many other friends of the family, in extending sympathy to the bereaved ones.
Edna Weekly Herald, February 5, 1948 |
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Edna – Funeral services for Miss Cora Lorene Greenwood, 62, of Edna will be held at 2:30 p. m. Sunday from the Jackson County Funeral Home chapel, with the Rev. Joe Webb officiating. Burial will be in the Edna Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tommy Sowders, Preston Miller, Carroll and Robert Southers, Joe Rogers and Homer Spree. Miss Greenwood was born July 4, 1911 in Dallas County, and had lived in Jackson County since 1912. She died Friday in a local hospital. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Katherine Hodges and Mrs. Nellie Givens, both of Edna; a brother, Jess Greenwood of Woodsboro; and several nieces and nephews.
Victoria Advocate, December 30, 1973 |
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Edna – Anna Belle Gregory, 82, of Edna, died Thursday, Feb. 3, 2000. She was born May 17, 1917, in Muldoon, to the late Willie Samuel and Addie Elizabeth Holstien Braddock. She was retired at Minimax Grocery and a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors: daughters, Doris Melton of Edna and Dorothy Zacek of Danbury; three grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Johnny Franklin Gregory; parents; three sisters; nine brothers. Graveside services will be 1 p. m. Saturday at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, (361) 782-2152.
Victoria Advocate, February 4, 2000 |
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Edna – Funeral services for Mrs. Bertha Gregory, 61, of Edna will be held at 4 p. m. Sunday from the Church of Christ, with Herbert Thornton officiating. The body will lie in state at Slavik Chapel until 12:30 and then will be carried to the church. Burial will be in the Edna Cemetery under direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Mrs. Gregory was born in Edna June 20, 1910 and was a lifetime resident of the county. She died at her residence here Friday. Surviving are her husband, Ira C. Gregory of Edna; one daughter, Mrs. Loy (Lois) Rabas of Edna; four sisters, Mrs. Grace Terry of Houston, Mrs. Ruby Henry of Aldine, Mrs. Laura Matthews of Conroe, and Mrs. Mary Crawford of Isola, Miss.; and three grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, July 31, 1971 |
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Edna – Buefford Elton Gregory, 57, of Smithville, died Thursday in a Houston hospital. He was born April 9, 1930, in Jackson County, to the late Charles H. and Pearl Ezzell Gregory. He had been employed as a construction worker for Cantrell Construction. A veteran, Mr. Gregory had served in the Korean conflict. Funeral services will be held at 4 p. m. Saturday at the Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with Elton Haley officiating. Burial will follow the services in Memory Gardens of Edna under the direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Surviving are his wife, Georgetta M. Gregory of Smithville; three daughters, Karen Gregory of Edna, Sharon and Sandy Gregory of Smithville, three sons, George and David Gregory of Edna, Perry Gregory of Smithville, two brothers, Ollie and Clifford Gregory of Edna; and five grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, June 12, 1967 |
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Mr. Charlie H. Gregory passed away last Friday morning, April 21, 1950 in an El Campo hospital. The funeral service was held at the Edna Church of Christ Saturday afternoon at 3:00 o’clock, and was conducted by H. Arden Lawrence, the minister for this congregation. The pallbearers were Messrs. Elton Ling, Delbert Callaway, Ray Crisp, Norvel Tate, Red Raleigh and Jess Stacy. Mr. Gregory was born in Lavaca County on February 28, 1882, and worked for a number of years for Mr. L. Ward as a ranch hand. On Oct. 7, 1906, he was united in marriage to Miss Pearl Ezzell, and to this union were born 8 children, seven of whom survive him, one daughter having preceded him in death in 1929 at the age of 6 years. He became a member of the Church of Christ in 1925 and has been a faithful Christian since that time. He was a lover of humanity and called every man his friend. Most of his life was spent farming and operating a road grader. Around 1912 he helped to grade up some of the first roads in Jackson County with seven yoke of oxen. Later he worked mules to the grader; then from about 1925 to 1934, the grader was pulled by a tractor. Hence he saw quite a change in road work in a span of about 15 years. He is survived by his wife, seven children and nine grandchildren. The children are as follows: Messrs. Ira, Johnny, Hughie, Clifford and Beauford of Edna, and Ollie of Mississippi, and one sister, Mrs. Clarence Crisp of Edna. He is also survived by six brothers: Messrs. Riley and Jess Gregory of Edna, Alvin of Beeville, Oscar of Corpus Christi, John of Victoria, and Willie of Heavener, Okla. To the bereaved ones the Herald extends heartfelt sympathy.
Edna Weekly Herald, April 27, 1950 |
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Charles Harmon Gregory, 47, of Victoria, formerly of Edna, died Sunday in Fort Worth following a sudden illness. He was born Feb. 15, 1942, in Edna. He was a welding foreman for Brown and Root and a member of Robinson Street Church of Christ. Funeral services will be held at 11 a. m. Thursday at the Slavik Funeral Home chapel with Mr. Gerald King and Mr. Albert Jennings of the Church of Christ officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens of Edna. Surviving are two daughters, Tonya Gregory of Houston and Alicia Gregory of Victoria; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Gregory of Edna; a sister, Barbara Pate of Huffman; and a brother, Cleg Gregory of Edna. He was preceded in death by a son, Brian, in July 1985. In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests memorials be made to the Brian Gregory Memorial Scholarship fund.
Victoria Advocate, August 22, 1989 |
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Edna – Dewey Roley Gregory, 63, of Edna, died Tuesday at a local hospital following a lengthy illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Thursday at the Slavik Funeral Home chapel in Edna with Elton Haley and Jimmy Hahn officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens of Edna under direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Mr. Gregory was born Feb. 4, 1921, in Edna. He was employed by Mobil Oil as a pumper. He was a World War II veteran and a member of the Robinson Street Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife, Helen of Edna; a daughter, Connie Capak of Edna; a son, Darrell Gregory of Houston; a brother, Lonnie Gregory of Edna; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Bobby Prochaska, Bill Gerald, Edwin Goad, John Schoolfield, Don Paine and George Fortenberry.
Victoria Advocate, July 4, 1964 |
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Bastrop – Services for Georgetta Mary Gregory, 61, of Bastrop who died Monday, will be 2 p. m. today at First United Methodist Church, with Billy Hammond officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens, Edna, Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152. Pallbearers: Kyle Gregory, Henry Gregory, Kleg Gregory, Michael Bradley, Kleg Gregory, Michael Bradley, Wayne Koop, Billy Mercer Jr., and David Muegge. Honorary pallbearers: Justin W. Gregory, Randy A. Williamson, Jake Gregory, Jennifer Gregory, Leslie A. Hodges, Brian Hodges, Brandon P. Gregory and Kelsie R. Gregory.
Victoria Advocate, November 27, 1996 |
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Edna – Hughie B. Gregory, 70, of Edna, died Saturday in an Edna hospital following a short illness. Funeral services will be held at 10 a. m. Monday at Slavik Funeral Home chapel with Mr. Albert Jennings officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens of Edna. Mr. Gregory was born in Jackson County Oct. 18, 1914, to the late Charlie and Pearl Ezzell Gregory. He was a retired carpenter and member of Robinson Street Church of Christ. Survivors are three brothers, Ollie Gregory of Edna, Clifford Gregory of Booneville, Ark., and Buford Gregory of Bastrop. Pallbearers will be Herman Moore, James Robinson, Gerry Pate, Bill Gerald, Jeff Woodring and Wayne Koop.
Victoria Advocate, February 10 & 11, 1985 |
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Edna – Ira Charlie Gregory, 74, of Greenville, formerly of Edna, died Wednesday at his residence in Greenville. Funeral services will be held at 10 a. m. Saturday in the Slavik Funeral Home chapel in Edna with Elton Haley of the Church of Christ officiating. Burial will be in Edna Memory Gardens. Mr. Gregory was born May 25, 1908, in Jackson County and lived here until about five years ago. He was a retired county employee. Surviving are a daughter, Charlene Lois Gregory Rabas of Greenville; four brothers, Hewey, Clifford and Ollie of Edna, and Buford of Bastrop; and three grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, October 1, 1982 |
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Edna – Funeral services for Jesse James Gregory, 93, of Edna, will be held at 10 a. m. Thursday in Slavik Chapel here, with the Rev. Joe Webb officiating. Burial will be in Memory Gardens under direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Mr. Gregory was born Jan. 26, 1888, in Lavaca County and had lived in the Edna area the past 84 years. He was a retired employee of the Texas Highway Department and member of the First Baptist Church. He died Wednesday in a local hospital. He is survived by four daughters, Ms. Mildred Burnett, Mrs. Carroll White, Milvie Koop and Mrs. Delbert Callaway, all of Edna; eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, October 1, 1981 |
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Edna – Jimmy Don Gregory, 16, of Edna died Thursday in a Victoria hospital following a sudden illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Saturday at First Baptist Church of Edna with the Rev. Joe Webb, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens of Edna under direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Gregory was born in Ganado on Sept. 4, 1969. He was a junior at Edna High School. He was an FFA and DECA club member and part-time employee of Western Auto. Surviving are his parents, Darrell Gregory of Midland and Gloria Gregory of Edna; a sister, Tracy Rena Gregory of Edna; three stepsisters, Ingrid King of Houma, La., Margot Juneau of Dallas, and Susan Harding of Baton Rouge, La.; a stepbrother, Kendall Cawley of Lawton, Ok.; and grandparents, Helen Gregory and Helen Walker, both of Edna.
Victoria Advocate, January 24, 1986 |
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Edna – Funeral services for Johnny F. Gregory, 63, of Edna, a native of Jackson County, will be held at 2 p. m. Friday from the Slavik Chapel, with Carlos Scroggins of the Church of Christ officiating. Burial will be in the Edna cemetery under directions of the Slavik Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be George Gregory, O. B. Fenner Jr., Donnie Fenner, James Knudsen, Mike Myers and John Slone. Mr. Gregory was born Jan. 24, 1910 in Edna married the former Anna Belle Braddock in 1933. He was an employee of O. B. Fenner & Son. He died Wednesday, from a heart attack, while on a business trip to a ranch north of Edna. Surviving are his wife, of Edna; mother, Mrs. Pearl M. Gregory of Edna; two daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Zacek of Danbury and Mrs. Dorris Melton of Houston; five brothers, Ira, Hughie, Ollie, Clifford and Bufford Gregory, all of Edna, and four grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, July 5, 1974 |
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Edna – Funeral services for Mrs. Jess Gregory, 79, of Edna will be held at 3 p. m. Tuesday at Slavik Chapel with the Rev. Joe Webb officiating. Burial will be in Edna Cemetery under direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Tommy and James Knudsen, Mike and John Koop Jr., Douglas and Monte Callaway, Larry White and Ronald Clinkscales. Mrs. Gregory was born Oct. 13, 1894, and died Sunday in Edna. Surviving are her husband, Jess Gregory of Edna; four daughters, Milvie Koop, Mrs. Mildred Burnett, Mrs. Carol White and Mrs. Delbert Callaway, all of Edna; and a sister, Mrs. E. J. Branham of Edna.
Victoria Advocate, May 13 & 14, 1974 |
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Edna – Ollie Halbert Gregory, 82, of Edna, died Saturday, March 6, 1999. He was born Feb. 17, 1917, in Edna, to the late Charlie and Pearl Ezzell Gregory. He was a retired operator of United Gas Company. He was a member of Robison Street Church of Christ. Survivors: wife, Tinie Lee Hamman Gregory; daughter, Barbara Pate of Huffman; son, Kleg Gregory of Edna; brother, Clifford Gregory of Edna; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: son, Charles Gregory; sisters, Oba Nell Gregory and Lillian Crisp; brothers, Ira Gregory, Johnnie Gregory, Hughie Gregory and Bufford Gregory; and one grandson. Visitation will be held from 6:30 to 8 p. m. today at Slavik Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 11 a. m. Tuesday at Robison Street Church of Christ, with Albert Jennings officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, (361) 782-2152.
Victoria Advocate, March 8, 1999 |
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Edna – Funeral services for Mrs. Pearl Gregory, 86, of Edna, will be held at 5 p. m. Friday at the Slavik Chapel, with Carlos Scroggins officiating. Burial will be in the Edna Cemetery under direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Dewey Gregory, Irvin Zacek, Sammie Melton, Pat Mercer, Jerry Pate Kenneth Dockins. Mrs. Gregory was born July 4, 1890, in Lavaca County and came to Jackson County 70 years ago. She was a member of the Robertson Street Church of Christ. She died Wednesday in a local rest home. She is survived by five sons Ira of Greenville, and Hughie, Olloie, Clifford and Buford Gregory, all of Edna; five sisters Mattie Pickertt and Viola Phillips of Port Lavaca, Minnie Mercer and Essie Jackson of Edna, and Bessie Mercer of Mansfield, Ark.; 16 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
Victoria Advocate, July 8 & 9, 1976 |
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Edna – Rosey Lee Gregory, 70, of Edna died Sunday in a Victoria hospital following a short illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church of Edna with the Rev. Joe Webb, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens of Edna under direction of Jackson County Funeral Service. Pallbearers will be Charles, James and Vance Tompkins, Will Davis, Bob Ganies [Gaines] and Arthur Stanford. Honorary pallbearers will be E. J. Knapp and Sonny Boy Tompkins. Mrs. Gregory was born Oct. 2, 1915, in Harris County. She lived most of her life in Jackson County. Surviving are two daughters, Patsy Fay Budd of Edna and Hazal Anderson of Houston; a son, Bobby Eugene Gregory of Nacogdoches; five sisters, Emmie Sanders and Dorothy Austin, both of Edna, Gussie Lee Jones of Humble, Ruth Baker of Smithville and Virginia Davis of Houston; a brother, George Tompkins of Edna; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, May 13, 1986 |
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Edna – Tinie Hamman Gregory, 82, of Edna, died Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2002. She was born Jan. 26, 1919, in Jackson County, to the late Edward Harmon and Ida Lee Parr Hammon. She was member of Robinson Street Church of Christ in Edna. She was a homemaker. Survivors: daughter, Barbara Pate of Huffman; son, Kleg Gregory of Edna; sisters, Oluia Gerald of Edna, Louise Kraus of Pasadena and Josephine Janecka of Yoakum; brother, Howard Hammon of Edna; eight grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Ollie Gregory; son, Charles Gregory; parents; sisters, Lether Brandes and Ruth Goad; brothers, Curtis Hammon, Jesse Hammon, Joseph Hammon and J. V. Hammon; and grandson, Brian Gregory. Visitation will be 7:30 p. m. to 9 p. m. tonight at Slavik Funeral Home chapel. Pallbearers: Coley Gregory, Rodney Pate, Mark Schmid, Tody Ressman, George Gregory and David Gregory. Services will be 10 a. m. Friday at the funeral home chapel, with Mr. Elton Haley officiating. Burial will be at Memory Gardens Cemetery of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.
Victoria Advocate, December 26 & 27, 2002 |
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Edna – Mrs. Billie Jean Grewe, 39, of 111 Cherry St., died at 8:45 p. m. Thursday in a Ganado hospital following an illness of several months. A resident of Edna for 14 years, Mrs. Grewe was born Oct. 23, 1927, in Daisetta, Tex. She was a past president of the Young Homemakers Home Demonstration Club of Edna and was a member of First Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 3 p. m. at First Baptist Church with the Rev. Joe Webb officiating. Burial will be in Memory Gardens of Edna with Slavik Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. The body will be at the funeral home until 1:45 p. m. Sunday at which time it will be taken to the church. Pallbearers will be J. C. Jacobs, Elvin Judd, Johnny Mack Hutcheson, Henry Huff, Ray Dorsey and Audrey Dunham. Honorary pallbearers will be L. E. Northern, Herbert Boening, R. L. Stowe, John Marek, C. V. Psencik and Franklin Storz. Surviving are her husband, Frank Grewe of Edna; her mother, Mrs. Maude Denday of Los Angeles, Calif.; two daughters, Suzanne Spaulding and Patricia Ann Grewe of Edna; three sons, Gary, David and Frank Duane Grewe of Edna; three sisters, Mrs. N. B. Duff of Houston, Mrs. Robert Gardner of El Campo and Mrs. Billy Corbett of San Bernardino, Calif. and a brother.
Victoria Advocate, April 15, 1967 |
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Edna – Frank Payne Grewe, 89, of Edna died Saturday, Dec. 22, 2007. He was born June 3, 1918 in Alleyton, to the late Dietrich Grewe and Annie Louise Sommerlatte Grewe. He was preceded in death by his wife, Billie Jean Dendy Grewe; parents; sisters, Mary Polly Feddern and Lottie J. Strack; and brother Lester Charles Grewe. Frank is survived by his daughters, Suzanne Rau and husband Franklin of Hallettsville and Patricia Gregory and husband Wayne of Edna; sons, Gary D. Grewe and wife Yolanda of Victoria, David B. Grewe and wife Terry of Ganado, and Frank D. Grewe and wife Linda of San Antonio; sister, Annie Sciba of Matagorda; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Frank worked for Edna Rice Elevators and Rice Belt Warehouse as a supervisor for many years until his retirement. He was a WWII veteran who served in the U. S. Army in the European Theater, the Normandy invasion. He received the American Theater Campaign Medal, the American Defense Service Medal, EAME Campaign Medal with a bronze star, and WWII Victory Medal. Frank was a loving father, husband, and grandfather. He was an avid gardener. He loved birds and the outdoors. He always had a bountiful garden sharing his vegetables and strawberries with family and friends. He was a Baptist. Visitation will be from 5 – 7 p. m. on Sunday, Dec. 23, 2007 at Slavik Funeral Home in Edna. Services will be held at 10 a. m. on Monday, Dec. 24, 2007; the Rev. Cory Brand officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery of Edna. Serving as pallbearers are sons, Gary D. Grewe, David B. Grewe, Frank D. Grewe; and grandsons, Randall Rau, Cody Gregory and Matthew Ray. Honorary pallbearers are granddaughters, Deborah Schulte, Stephanie Shook, Courtney Hastings, Jayme Grewe, Lindsey Grewe, and Kelly and Grewe; and close friend Arnold Johnson. Memorials in his memory may be made to First Baptist Church of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.
Victoria Advocate, December 24, 2007 |
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Arthur Griffin, 54, oil field worker, who died April 5 in a Galveston hospital after a seven-month illness, was buried in Edna Cemetery Friday at 2:30 o’clock. Rev. R. M. Elswick of Victoria, Assembly o f God minister, officiated at the rites at Assembly of God Church here. Mr. Griffin was born February 7, 1907, at Peabody, Kansas. He came to Texas in 1947 and had resided in this county for several years. Surviving are five children, Kenneth of Geons, Alta Meridith of Houston and Reba Reba Geraldine, Jimmie Ray and Jerry Richard of Corpus Christi; two sisters and six grandchildren.
Edna Herald, April 13, 1961 |
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Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 4 o’clock at the Assembly of God Church in Edna for George F. Griffin, 46, oil well driller, who died suddenly Friday. Burial was in the Edna Cemetery. Rev. R. M. Elswick, pastor, and Rev. D. M. Johnson of Wharton officiated. Pallbearers were Jesse Loos, Clifton Clark, Karl Wiegand, Tommie Braddock, George Menefee and Charlie Strutman. Mr. Griffin was born July 17, 1906, at Elgin. He was married to Miss Ruth Peagler at Refugio June 11, 1930, and came to Edna in 1931. He had resided here since. Mr. Griffin was driller for the W. P. Taylor Drilling Co. until recently, when he entered the service station business in Edna, operating the Magnolia Service Station on East Main Street. He served in the Second Armored Division Tank Corps for four years during the last war. He spent 36 months overseas in Europe. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Ruth Griffin; and two brothers, Lt. M. E. Griffin of Charleston, S. C., and Sgt. J. L. Griffin of Fort Sill, Okla.
Edna Herald, August 14, 1952 |
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Miss Annie Grissom, a native of Jackson County, and a member of a prominent and pioneer family of this section died at Austin Sunday following a protracted illness. The remains were brought to Edna for interment in the Edna Cemetery besides those of her parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. John L. Grissom. Funeral services were conducted at the Edna Church of Christ by the pastor, Mr. Arden Lawrence. Miss Annie is survived by one brother, Mr. J. W. Grissom of Edna, and one sister, Mrs. John (Stella) Dunn of Corpus Christi.
Edna Weekly Herald, June 8, 1950 |
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Edna – Kelly Renee Griffith, 8, of Edna, died Sunday, Nov. 19, 2000. She was born March 25, 1992, in Victoria, to Kerry and Carol Sappington Griffith of Edna. She was a third-grader at Vanderbilt Elementary School and a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Kelly loved to sing, loved animals and art. She brought joy to all of us. Survivors: parents; brother, Kyle Griffith of Edna; grandparents, K. O. and Margie Griffith of Francitas; and great-grandmother, Goldie Brown of Farmington, New Mexico. Preceded in death by: grandparents, Jonathan and Serelda K. Sappington. Pallbearers: Allen Taylor, Jason Hayden, Sandy Dyson, Ashley Julufka, William Becker and Johnny Zacek.
Victoria Advocate, November 21, 2000 |
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Lockhart – Evelyn ReNee Ashley Grogan, 37, of Lockhart and formerly of Ganado, died Friday, Aug. 15, 1997. She was born April 18, 1960, in El Campo to Barbara Imogene Quinn of Lockhart and the late James William Ashley Jr. She was a nurse’s aide and a Baptist. Survivors: daughters, Heather Renee Supak and Rebecca Erin Supak both of Ganado; sister, Terri Jean Whittley of Red Oak, Okla.; and brothers, Thomas James Ashley Sr. of Ganado and James William Ashley III of Clute. Visitations will be from 9 to 11 a. m. today at Colonial Funeral Home in Victoria. Graveside services will be at 2 p. m. today at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna, the Rev. Jim Hunter officiating. Colonial Funeral Home, Victoria, 578-3535. Pallbearers: Thomas James Ashley Sr., Mike Whittley, Sam Idlett, Derek Cook, Clyde Rose, Vernon Dollery and Cory Whittley.
Victoria Advocate, August 18, 1997 |
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Lolita – Mary Viola Grover, 77, of Lolita died Tuesday in a Victoria hospital. She was born Dec. 29, 1912, in San Patricio, daughter of the late Marlin and Mary Dunn Miller. A nurse and housewife, she moved to Jackson County in 1940. She was also a member of the Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Veteran of Foreign Wars in Lolita. She married Thomas M. Grover on Feb. 17, 1931 in Refugio. A rosary will be recited at 7 p. m. Wednesday at the Slavik Funeral Home chapel in Edna. Funeral services will be at 10 a. m. Thursday at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna with the Rev. Michael O’Shaughnessy officiating. Burial will follow in the Memory Gardens of Edna under the direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Surviving are her husband, Thomas M. Grover of Lolita; three sons, Thomas Maurice Grover Jr. of Portland, James Marvin Grover of Houston, and Michial Estes Grover of Austin; two daughters, Frances Bochat of San Antonio and Sue McKeehan of Beaumont; two brothers, Robert Miller of Corpus Christi, and James Miller of Waldo, Ark.; a sister, Evelyn Miller of Waldo; 15 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Pallbearers will be Guy Grover, Jason Grover, Mike Grover, David Grover, Clay Grover and Steven Grover. Honorary pallbearers will be Kelly McKeehan, Don McKeehan, John McKeehan, Bill Bochoat, Charles Bochat, Marisa Osborn, Monica Breshears, Michele Grover and Catherine Duross.
Victoria Advocate, June 13 & 14, 1990 |
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Edna – Thomas Maurice Grover, 85, of Edna, died Saturday, May 11, 1991, in a Victoria hospital after a lengthy illness. He was born Aug. 10, 1905, in San Patricio, to the late Francis and Agnes McGowen Grover and was a Jackson County resident for over 40 years. He was a retired Jackson County Justice of the Peace and a Catholic. He married the late Mary Viola Miller on Feb. 17, 1931, in Refugio. Survivors: Daughters, Frances Bochat of San Antonio, Sue McKeehan of Lumberton; sons, T. M. Grover Jr. of Portland, James Grover of Spring, Mike Grover of Austin; sisters, Chris Grover of San Antonio, Geraldine Ormand of Corpus Christi; 15 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Rosary 5:30 p. m. Sunday at Slavik Funeral Home in Edna. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Monday at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna, the Rev. Michael O’Shaughnessy officiating. Burial in Memory Gardens of Edna, Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 782-2152. Pallbearers: Grandsons.
Victoria Advocate, May 12, 1991 |
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Ernest Gutierres, son of Ernestine F. Gutierres and Manuel P. Gutierres, was born on February 20, 1958, in Ganado, Texas. He is preceded in death by Ernest Gutierres Jr and his grandson Santos Martinez Jr., 3 brothers, Manuel Gutierres, Daniel Gutierres, and Thomas Gutierres He is survived by his siblings, Irma Zamora, Armanda Hernandez, Ismeal Gutierres, Juan Gutierres, and Olag Margeson He was married to his beloved wife, Marcia Gutierrez, for 47 wonderful years. Ernest was the proud father of Justin Martinez, Amy Myers, Jadrian Gutierres, and Jordan Gutierrez. He loved all 18 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and adored his pets, in addition to being a devoted fan of the Dallas Cowboys and the Edna Cowboys. Throughout his life, Ernest was renowned for his tireless work ethic and unwavering dedication. He had a passion for carpentry and possessed the skills to build almost anything. Always impeccably dressed, he carried himself with a sense of pride and charm. As a husband, he was unparalleled, consistently ensuring that Marcia had everything she needed. A generous soul, he was always willing to lend a helping hand and was loved by many in the community for his service in numerous homes. Ernest had a passion for cooking, a notorious sweet tooth, and embraced every moment of life with joy, no matter what was happening around him. He passed away on October 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him in Edna, Victoria, and his family in Corpus, especially Janet. We extend our gratitude to all the medical personnel who have provided care for him over the past two months, including the staff at Citizen Hospital, Post-Acute Medical (Victoria), and DaVita staff. At this time, no funeral service will be held.
Jackson County Herald Tribune,
October 15, 2025 |
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Inez – Brigid Snoga Gwosdz, 91, of Inez, died Sunday, Nov. 14, 1999. She was born Oct. 9, 1908, in Panna Maria, to the late Frank Snoga and Anna Pilarczyk. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, Legion of May, a homemaker and a Catholic. Survivors: daughters, Virginia Wagner and Carolyn Koop, both of Victoria; Evelyn Eisman of Luling, La., Patricia Hertz of Edna, Mary Thompson of Houston, Kathleen Holdgraf of Palacios; sons, Leon E. Gwosdz of Wallis, Clarence Paul Gwosdz of Alvin; 34 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: parents, husband, Leon P. Gwosdz; son, E. F. Gwosdz; sisters, Lucy Zaointz and Pella Urbanczyk; brothers, Felix Snoga and Pete Snoga. A rosary will be recited 7 p. m. tonight at Slavik Funeral Chapel. Services will be 10 a. m. Tuesday at St. Agnes Catholic Church of Edna, with the Rev. Michael O’Shaughnessy officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens of Edna. Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, (361) 782-2152. Pallbearers: Woody Wagner, Chris Gwosdz, Paul Gwosdz, John Eisman III, John Hertz Jr., Sarah Thompson, Billy Koop, Gary Holdgraf and Thomas Gwosdz.
Victoria Advocate, November 15 & 16, 1999 |
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El Toro – Leon P. Gwosdz, 74, of El Toro died Monday in an Edna hospital. Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Wednesday from the St. Agnes Catholic Church here, with the Rev. William Halata officiating. Burial will be in Memory Gardens under direction of the Slavik Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be James, Milton, Johnny and Alton Gwosdz, Pete Pilarczyk and Ben Pawelek Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Harrison Stafford, Ira Sklar, Pete Layden, Roe Littlefield, Frank Macek, Leo Michalke and Edgar Obsta. Mr. Gwosdz, who with his wife owned and operated the El Toro Grocery, was born April 2, 1900 in Yorktown. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Bridgett Gwosdz: six daughters, Mrs. Patrick Wagner and Mrs. Carolyn Koop of Victoria, Mrs. Mary Thompson of Houston, Mrs. Patsy Hertz in Germany, Mrs. Evelyn Eisman of Luling, La., and Miss Kathy Gwosdz of Edna; three sons, Manuel of Victoria, Clarence of Alvin and Gene of Houston; three sisters, Mrs. Gundy Dworaczyk of San Antonio, Mrs. Hedwig Smith of San Antonio and Mrs. Bernice Pilarczyk of Orange Grove; a brother, Leo of Yorktown; and 26 grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, July 16 & 17, 1974 |