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Portland, TX--Edna Gertrude (Pollard)
McAnally, of Portland, Texas passed away on July 16, 2017 at the
age of 99. Edna was born February 25, 1918 in Morales, Texas to
James W. Pollard and Gertrude Inez Laughter.
Corpus Christi Caller-Times,
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Edna—Funeral services for Mrs. Mindora Bagby McCallick of Houston, will be held at 3 p. m. Monday from Slavik Chapel, with the Rev. George Crofoot officiating. Burial will be in Edna Cemetery, under direction of Slavik Funeral Home. Mrs. McCallick was born in Jackson County, and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bagby. Her father had served as county school superintendent and also as county judge here. She died Saturday in a Houston hospital. She is survived by her husband, Dr. H. E. McCallick of Houston. Pallbearers will be Dan McCallick, P. G Hoffman, R. O. Pyle, D. B. Dunman, Roy Dossat and Mose Reed. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob, H. H., Stan and Ernest McCallick, and Thad Rose, Callaway Vance, Mike Mitchell, L. M. Upchurch, Carl Houston, Douglas McLean and D. F. McElhinney.
Victoria Advocate, February 5, 1973 |
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Michael James McCarrell, Sr., of Edna, Texas, went to be with
the Lord on Monday, September 18, 2023, at the age of 67. He was
born in San Antonio, Texas on July 15, 1956, to the late Roland
Edwin McCarrell and Doris Lee West McCarrell.
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V. J. Rose of Houston visited Edna briefly Wednesday white enroute home from Aransas Pass where he attended the funeral of his Uncle, Mr. Hal McChesney, a former well known Edna citizen, who died at his home in Aransas Pass Tuesday following a long illness. The survivors are two daughters—Mrs. Earl Stonecipher and Mrs. R. G. Holder of Houston, and two sons, Dutart of Robstown and Richard of Aransas Pass; also three sisters—Mrs. Chas. Dutart of Stockton, Calif., Mrs. W. K. Rose and Miss Mabel McChesney of San Antonio, and one brother, Lafey, of San Antonio. We join the other old Jackson County friends of the family in extending condolence.
Edna Weekly Herald,
January 1, 1948 |
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Mr. Hugh McClung. Mr. Hugh McClung, a well known Beeville citizen and father of Mr. W. A. McClung of Edna, passed away last Tuesday following a protracted illness. Mr. McClung was born in the State of Indiana 84 years ago. He came to Edna in 1910 and bought the Crews Ranch several miles Southwest of Edna. He also operated a garage in Edna. After selling his holdings here he moved to Oklahoma and from there he moved to Beeville in 1920. In that place he conducted a service station for a number of years, but retired from business several years ago. Mrs. McClung passed away in 1926. Mr. McClung leaves the following children to mourn his passing; Mr. Carl McClung of Oklahoma; Mr. Oscar McClung of Harper, Kansas; Mr. Ralph McClung of Boise, Idaho; Mrs. Mae Hawkins of Harper, Kansas, and Mrs. C. Duncan of Butler, Oklahoma. The Herald joins the other friends of the family in extending sympathy to the bereaved ones. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 35, Ed. 1 Thursday, July 11, 1946, newspaper, July 11, 1946, page 1.
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Edna—Linda Pat McCurry, 50, of Belton, a former Edna resident, died Sunday in a Temple hospital following a lengthy illness. Graveside services will be held at 2 p. m. Wednesday at Memory Gardens of Edna. The Rev. Joe McClanahan of Edna will officiate. Slavik Funeral Home of Edna is in charge of arrangements. Ms. McCurry was born June 30, 1937, in Duncan, Okla., daughter of the late Jessie E. and Stella Bowen McCurry. She was a retired member of the Women’s Army Corps, having served from 1963-1976, and was a member of the Disabled American Veterans Association. At the time of her death, she was employed as a civil service transportation supervisor at Fort Hood. Surviving are two sisters, Karen Blue of Belton and Marguerite Heerwald of Clinton, Okla.; and three brothers, Bobby McCurry of Loco, Okla.; Eugene McCurry of Vine, Okla., and Orval Hensley of Edna.
Victoria Advocate, May 4, 1988 |
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Connie L. Skoruppa-McDonald went to be with the Lord, Friday March 22, 2024. She was born on January 2, 1967, in Victoria, Texas to Barbara Winfree and Robert Skoruppa. She married Bud McDonald August 13, 2005. Connie was a friend to many, both human as well as feline. She never left a wayward or feral cat unfed or uncared for. Another love, tending habitats for migrating Monarch butterflies. Connie was an incredible picker of antiques in need of restoration. She had great skills at restoring and repurposing home furnishings and furniture. Connie is survived by her husband Bud McDonald, fur child Ella, mother Barbara Winfree, sister Shawnie Ayers (Jase), brothers George Young and Arron Bates, niece Stephanie Skoruppa, and nephew Mark Skoruppa. She was preceded in death by her beloved granny Edith Skoruppa and father Robert Skoruppa. A graveside service will be held at a later date at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Ganado, Texas. Words alone are not adequate to thank Connie's close group of family, friends and neighbors who tirelessly cared for her during her final weeks in her Smithville home. Honorary pallbearers are Gina Naylor-Keeney, Rhonda Johnston, Marilyn Dunn, and Regina Johnston. Donations to defray funeral expenses may be sent to B. McDonald, 183 Deer Run, Smithville, TX 78957 or to a pet rescue of donor's choice. Services entrusted to the Todish Family of Ganado Funeral Home.
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Faye Porche McDonald, of Edna, went to be with the Lord on, Saturday, August 31, 2019. She was born on November 7, 1926 in Yoakum to the late Omer Porche and Annie DeBault Porche. Faye was known simply as Aunt Faye by many, she was a loving, spirited, generous, and strong woman. She was very devoted to her family, she filled our childhoods with love, always interested in our lives, and proud of any and everything we did. Numerous nieces and nephews, along with many cherished friends, survive Faye. In addition to her parents, Faye is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Oliver McDonald; infant daughter, Marsha Michele; sisters, Leona Dickinson, Beatrice Lacy, and Mildred Shows; brothers, Lester Porche, Ralph Porche, and Chili Porche. The family is grateful for the care given to Faye by her caregiver Kaysie Ross, along with her longtime attendants Lolis Carrera and Deliah Gomez. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m, on Monday, September 9, in the First United Methodist Church of Edna, with Rev. Kelli Williamson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 216 W. Main St., Edna, Texas 77957 or Crown Hospice, 1101 Salem Road, Victoria, Texas 77904. Honorary Pallbearers are Ryan Webernick, Dustin Smith, Fisher Leita, T. Ray Porche, Taylor Porche, and Alan Berryhill. To express condolences, please visit Oaklawn Funeral Home at http://oaklawnfhednatx.com. Services under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2221. Jackson County Herald-Tribune, September 11, 2019 |
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Bertha Dell McDowell left her earthly body
Monday, June 29th, 2020, and was reunited with her beloved
husband Everard McDowell. She is survived by children Dr. Tony
McDowell and Sara Smiga. The matriarch of the family, she
dedicated her life to her children. Bertha Dell endured tragedy
early on, but never let that define her life. She was forever
steadfast in her unwavering faith. A charismatic woman, filled
with generosity and kindness, Bertha Dell loved hard. Whether
you addressed her as friend, teacher, mother, Bebe, Aunt Burr,
or Mrs. McDowell, she will be remembered by the motto that
adorned the entry of her home, “Mi Casa es Su Casa.”.
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Diana Lee McDowell, 72 of Ganado passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020, she was born on Friday, September 26, 1947 in Kansas City, Kansas. Diana graduated from Bonner Springs High School in 1965 and attended Kansas City Kansas Community College. Diana always put her family first in life. As a lover of children and animal, Diana strived to help the less fortunate. Diana was an avid reader, and she loved to travel, especially destinations with a beach of rainforest. She worked for a national airline in her earlier years, and worked in the dental field before retiring in 2005. She was the president of Jackson County Welfare Board, attended a church sponsored dental mission trip in Mexico, and served on countless community service projects. Diana is survived by her husband Larry of 52 years, her three children; Kim and Randy Reinagel, Andrea and Allen Parks and Patrick and Lori McDowell, and her five grandchildren; Deandra Parks, Tyler Reinagel, Anthony Parks, Ryan Reinagel, and Thomas and Khloe Parks. There was a private graveside service on Wednesday, April 1, with Father Kirby Hlavaty officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of South Texas, The Alzheimer’s Association, The Bluebonnet Youth Ranch or Jackson County Happy Tails Animal Shelter. The services were held under the guidance of Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third St. Ganado, Texas 77962, 361-771-2120.
Jackson County Herald-Tribune,
April 8, 2020 |
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Judge McDowell, a highly esteemed citizen of Edna, died last night after an extended illness. Rev. Paul T. Prentiss, rector of the Episcopal Church of this city, went to Edna at noon to conduct the obsequies.
Daily Advocate, Victoria, Texas, June 21, 1912 |
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Ganado--Martha A. McElya, 63, of Houston, died Sunday at her residence after a sudden illness. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p. m. Thursday at the Prosperity Baptist Church with the Rev. L. B. Elliott officiating. Burial will be in Ganado Community Cemetery under the direction of Cook-Butler Funeral Home in Edna. She was born July 17, 1926, in Ganado, to the late Herman and Lottie Mae Grayer Williams. She was a beautician for a nursing home. Surviving are a daughter, Connie Norman of Houston and Wayne L. Caesar of Richmond; two brothers, Herman Jr. and Lorenzo Williams, both of Richmond; and five grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Joe Crayton, Clarence Evans, Oscar Oakmon, Jimmy Fowler, John Williams Jr. and Shawn Oakmon. Honorary pallbearer will be James West.
Victoria Advocate, May 15, 1990 |
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Paul Judson McFarland, age 52, went to be with the Lord on September 5, 2021. He was born on Wednesday, October 2nd, 1968. He was a man of God with the desire that everyone come to know Jesus Christ as their personal savior. He was a wonderful father to his daughter Abigail and spent a lot of quality time with her as he worked from home as an extremely successful salesperson, recently promoted to account manager for Omaha Steaks. He helped with Abby's homeschooling and encouraged her love of music, playing the electric guitar and keyboard while watching and listening to music together. Abigail truly takes after her father when it comes to creativity and passion for things loved...and his mischievousness too! He was also an amazing husband to his wife Judith, truly her best friend as he spent all of his off time with her and Abby watching movies and sitting in the backyard grilling and listening to music together while talking about everything. He loved to grill and succeeded in perfecting his grilling whether it was brisket, steak, chicken, ribs and everything in between. He was also a great playwright, he enjoyed being around the water and serving in his Church, First Baptist Church of Ganado. There was never a dull moment when he was around. He is and will forever be deeply missed. He served in the US Navy and was based in many places, including Puerto Rico where he developed lasting friendships with families there. He was born in Fort Worth, Texas and lived in Willcox and Tucson, Arizona, Round Rock, Texas, El Paso, Texas and Edna, Texas. He attended Eastern Arizona College and Victoria College. A true Texan ( and yes, a little bit of Arizona:) and Patriot through and through. When he was younger, he played little league, pop warner football, and soccer. In high school he played football, was a wrestler, and was involved in track and field. He graduated from Sabino High School in Arizona. He played college football at Eastern Arizona. He was also very involved in college theater. He also earned his stripes as a professional wrestler and received a certificate for completing the Shawn Michaels Wrestling Academy and went on to wrestling at different venues. Paul is survived by his wife, Judith McFarland, his daughter, Abigail McFarland and his mother Linda McFarland. His father was the late Reverend William McFarland. His brother is William "Dale" McFarland and sister-in-law is Suzette McFarland. His nieces are Jessika McFarland, Kali McFarland, and Sierra McFarland. His Uncle is Ray Derrick and Aunt Tana Derrick. He is also survived by several wonderful cousins on his mother's side of the family. His mother-in-law is Judy Rinker whose late husband was Gary Rinker. Judith's brothers are Gary Rinker and Russell Rinker and his wife Lourdes Rinker. His nephews are Caleb and Christian Rinker. He was also a Godfather to Alexandria "Lexi" Rodriguez and Ashley Fox. The service will be on Friday, October 1st, 2021. There will be a memorial service at Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna, TX 77957, 361-782-2152. There will then be a short graveside service at Red Bluff Cemetery in Lolita, Texas ~ For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. John 3:16-17 ~ ~ The righteous perish, and no one takes it to heart; the devout are taken away, and no one takes it to heart; the devout are taken away, and no one understands that the righteous are taken away to be spared from evil. Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death. Isaiah 57: 1-2 ~ ~ Seek the Lord while He may be found, Call upon Him while He is near. Isaiah 55:6 ~
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William “Bill” Dale McFarland, Sr. of Edna, Texas, passed away Friday, February 19, 2021 in Victoria, Texas at the age of 83. Bill was born on Friday, September 10, 1937 in Wewoka, Seminole County, Oklahoma to Robert Sylvester McFarland and Lenore Mae Morrison McFarland. After graduating from high school, Bill graduated from Stephen F. Austin University and also Southwestern Baptist Theology Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. In 1964 Bill married Linda Derrick, and together they raised two sons; William Dale McFarland Jr. and Paul Judson McFarland. Bill was a Baptist Minister in the following cities: Canton, Texas; Nacogdoches, Texas; Fremont, California; Willcox, Arizona; Tucson, Arizona and San Antonio, Texas. When Bill was not in the pulpit, he enjoyed woodworking, fly fishing, photography, tying flies, reading and writing poetry. Bill was known for his smile as wide as Texas, his heart of gold, his spontaneous singing, his moving sermons, and his kindness that spread across the world. Bill is survived by wife Linda, sons William Dale Jr. and Paul Judson; Daughters-in-law Suzette and Judith; granddaughter Jessika, Kali, Sierra, Abigail, and sister, Betty Treat. He is preceded in death by his parents Robert and Lenora, brothers, Robert and Murphy Sr., and sisters, Augie Beltran and Gladys Kabrich. There was a visitation on Tuesday, February 23, at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, February 24 at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Joe J. McClananhan officiating. Interment followed at Red Bluff Cemetery in Lolita, Texas. Pallbearers were be Chris Gerdes, Kip Derrick, Steve McFarland, Ike Peterson, Fred Jones, and Murphy McFarland Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Alan Wilson and Ted Pate. Services entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home at 209 N. Allen Street, Edna, Texas 77957.
Jackson County Herald–Tribune, March 3, 2021 |
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Mr. McFeron Dead. Clarence A. McFeron, aged 73, a long time LaWard citizen, died yesterday afternoon from a heart attack. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 3 from the Edna Baptist church. A more suitable mention of Mr. McFeron’s life will appear in our next issue. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 28, Ed. 1 Thursday, May 23, 1946, newspaper, May 23, 1946, page 2. Mr. C. A. McFeron. The obituary of the late Mr. Clarence A. McFeron, well known and highly esteemed LaWard citizen, was unintentionally omitted from these columns last week. However, the Herald had the week before made a brief mention of his passing. Mr. McFeron was born December 6th, 1872, in Nashville, Ill., where he resided until 1908 when he came to Jackson County. At Nashville, he was united in marriage to Miss Anna Smith. To this union were born four sons, all of who survive. They are Messrs. W.A. McFeron of Lolita, C.W. and Louie McFeron of LaWard and Robert McFeron of New Gulf. In 1908 Mr. McFeron and sons moved to LaWard where he had since resided. In 1922, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Una Farquhar Myers, a member of prominent and pioneer Jackson County family. To this union was born one daughter, Miss Lonnie Dell, who with her mother are also left to mourn his passing. Mr. McFeron was a farmer and carpenter by trade; he was a good man in every sense of the word; industrious and upright, and when he passed on to his reward his neighbors and friends were grieved at the separation. To the bereaved family the Herald extends sympathy. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 30, Ed. 1 Thursday, June 6, 1946, newspaper, June 6, 1946, page 1.
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Clarence Ray McGrew, Sr., 72, of Edna, passed away on Jan. 6, 2020 in Victoria. He was born July 15, 1947 in Edna to Clifton and Johnnie Parson McGrew. Clarence was a retired truck driver and a member of Palestine Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Robert McGrew; sisters, Lucille McGrew, and Carol Hopes; and brothers, Namon and Robert Lee McGrew. To cherish his memory he leaves his wife of 54 years Gracie Lee McGrew; daughter, Eunice Mae McGrew Bryant (Gene); son, Clarence Ray McGrew Jr. (Sadie); 2 brothers, Alvin Sr. (Carolyn) and Lester (Cindy) McGrew; special relatives, Andrew Sr., Troy Sr., and Patricia Rucker, Johnnie McGrew, and Brenda Williams; 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held 5-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, at Heaven's Gate Funeral Home 412 N. Main St, Victoria. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 18 at Palestine Baptist Church, 608 Convent, Victoria, with burial to follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Edna. Final arrangements under the direction of Cook-Butler Funeral Home, 361-782-3821.
Jackson County Herald-Tribune, January 22, 2020 |
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Funeral services for Theresa Clark-McGrew, known as “Pat,” 58 of Markham, will be at 1 p.m. Friday, February 22, 2008, at New Hope Baptist Church, Bay City, with the Rev. T. L. Richardson, pastor, and the Rev. Byron Gaskin, eulogist. Burial will follow at Markham Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 until 8 p.m. Thursday at the chapel. She was born in Vanderbilt, Texas, March 3, 1949, to Jake Edwards and Clara Allen Edwards, and passed away February 17, 2008, in Bay City, Texas. Survivors include: one daughter, Cassandra Clark; and one son, Patrick Clark; both of Victoria; three sisters, Alice Jackson of Bay City, Carolyn Orr of Vanderbilt, and Sharron Lockett of Cuero; and six brothers, Elbert Hopes, John Hopes and Rodney Hopes, all of Edna, Douglas Hopes of Victoria, Rickie Hopes of Bay City, and Vonnell Hopes of Corpus Christi. Also: two grandchildren, Stormy and Dre’Shawn, and a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Arrangements are with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas, 979-245-5197. Bay City Tribune, February 20, 2008 Theresa Ann Edwards Clark-McGrew Theresa “Pat” Ann Edwards Clark-McGrew, the daughter of Clara Allen Hopes of Vanderbilt, Texas and Jake Edwards of Houston, Texas, was born in Vanderbilt at her great-grandparents’ (Ellen and Cleveland Hosey) home on March 3, 1949. She was the first of twelve children born to Clara Hopes. Theresa was raised by her grandparents, Ollie and Willie Jones, of whom she fondly knew as “Mama Ollie” and Daddy Willie.” Ollie and Willie had no children together, so they doted on Pat. She grew up in the community of her birth and attended George Washington Carver School in Edna, Texas, until the tenth grade. At that time, the area schools integrated so she transferred to Industrial High School in Vanderbilt. Because of her desire to graduate with her former classmates, she returned to Edna in her senior year and graduated from Edna High School in May of 1967. Theresa met George Edward Clark, Jr. and married him on June 19, 1968. Their first child, Cassandra Denise, was born. At the age of thirty-six years old, she gave birth to her second child, Patrick Casey George. She and George divorced two years later. They attempted reconciliation; however, it ended with George’s death. Theresa remained single for the next fifteen years. During that time she did a great deal of soul searching which led her to attend college. She graduated from Wharton Junior College in Wharton, Texas and earned an Associate Degree in Psychology. She continued her education at the University of Houston-Victoria in Victoria, Texas. She graduated on December 16, 1993, with a Bachelor of Science Degree. She also attended another year in pursuit of a Master’s Degree. While in college, Theresa met Gail Spell, who later became her mentor. Gail told her about a wonderful job working with infants with birth defects and developmental delays. In June of 1994, Theresa was hired by Sandra Collins, Director of Project GROW as an Early Childhood Interventionist (ECI) for Matagorda County. She felt this was her calling in life. She loved working with the families of the children in the program in the Matagorda area. Before long, she began referring to the children as “her babies.” The children and their parents were embedded in Theresa’s heart so much so, that even after the children left the ECI program, she held parties to keep in touch with the families. In September of 1999, Theresa left the ECI program and began to work for Texana MHMR. She was employed as a service coordinator to assist mentally retarded clients. Theresa found that she loved working with mentally retarded adults as much as she loved “her babies.” This job was very rewarding to her and she made many friends. She poured her heart and soul into this job, often arriving early and leaving late. After the death of her second husband, she resigned in August of 2003, due to her illness and the relocation of the position to Richmond, Texas. During the time Theresa attended the University of Houston-Victoria, she became very lonely so she prayed a prayer of faith. Theresa asked God to send her someone that would love Him first and love her children. She did not tell God that the man had to be rich or handsome. She knew if he loved God, the rest would fall into place. She also told God that He would have to send this man to her home. He did just that. In 1991, Leo “Jack” McGrew, came to her home and asked if he could come courting. Theresa had met her true love, the love of her life, her gift from God and her soul-mate. Jack and Theresa were married November 19, 1994. He gave Theresa her “Dream Wedding.” Their marriage lasted almost ten glorious years. On July 3, 2003, Jack went on his journey of a lifetime to heaven; however, he left a ticket in her name to meet him at a later time. Theresa was preceded in death by her second husband, Leo “Jack” Clinton McGrew; first husband, George Edward Clark, Jr.; mother, Clara Allen Hopes; stepfather, Elbert Hopes, Sr.; father, Jake Edwards; grandmother, Ollie Jones; grandfather, Willie Jones; great grandparents, Ellen and Cleveland Hosey; two brothers, Donnell Hopes and Jerry Hopes and sister-in-law, Evelyn Hopes. Her transition from life came Sunday, February 17, 2008, in Markham, Texas, at the age of fifty-eight. She leaves precious memories to her family members who include her loving daughter and son, Cassandra Denise and Patrick Casey George; two grandchildren, Stormy Setara and Dra’Shaun Trevaille (all of Victoria); six brothers, James Elbert Hopes, John Willie Hopes and Rodney Andre (Petula) Hopes of Edna, Donnell Hopes of Corpus Christi, Rickey (Janice) Hopes of Bay City and Douglas Hopes of Victoria; three sisters, Carolyn (Walter) Orr of Van Alstine, Alice Marie Jackson of Bay City and Sharron (Burt) Lockett of Cuero; three godchildren, Larry Donnell Johnson of Markham, Angela Denise Fields of Bay City and Willie Earl Woodberry of Odessa; and Angela Fields of Bay City; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. As a youth, Theresa joined the Methodist Church in Edna. In 1968, she married, moved to Bay City and joined Tyree Chapel AME Church. She remained a member until she met a hairdresser named Tenola Law. “Mother Law” told her about being saved and filled with the Holy Ghost. Theresa tarried and received the Holy Ghost in the old Hilliard gymnasium in a revival with Evangelist Norwood. She then joined Bible Days Revival Church in Bay City under Mother Tenola Law’s leadership. Theresa was appointed Pastor’s Aide president and Youth Department Director and taught Children’s Sunday School. Theresa later moved her membership to Zion Tabernacle Christian Church in Victoria where she was one of the church’s faithful and devoted members. She proved to be a good worker and follower, Theresa was a member of the Pastor’s Aide and the Youth Department Activity Director. It was during this time that she and her sister, Alice Jackson, created the Two Soulful Sisters as an endeavor to raise funds to help remodel the church and assist the pastor with his needs. Theresa returned to her roots and followed her heart back to Bible Days Revival Church under the leadership of Pastor Byron Gaskin. Her last days at her “home” were spent working with the youth of the church. Theresa’s last words to the words are “If I could sum up my life, I would want people to know that I loved God with all my heart and soul, that I walked by faith and not by sight, and I truly had a genuine love for people. May she rest in peace with her One True Love, Jesus. AMEN
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El Campo--Funeral services for Cecil McGrue, 60, of El Campo will be held at 2 p. m. Saturday at the Progressive Baptist Church of El Campo with Rev. C. D. Trotty officiating. Burial will be in the Ganado Cemetery under direction of the Cook-Butler Funeral Service of Edna. Pallbearers will be Elvis and Thomas Hargrove, Edwin Ray McGrue, Lawrence Harvey Jr., Jerry Perkins and Howard Callis. Honorary pallbearers will be Samuel Hargrove, Chris Davis, Columbus Hamilton, Keythal Haynes, Robert Williams and W. Sanford. Mr. McGrue was born Aug. 18, 1919 in Jackson County, and was a ranch hand before he retired. A veteran of World War II, he died Tuesday in a Houston hospital. Surviving are his wife, Alice of El Campo; four daughters, Mabel Hudson, Alice Perkins and Betty Benson of Houston, and Cynthia Daniel of Freeport; five sons, Samuel and Thomas Hargrove of Houston, and Kenneth, Marshal and Elvin of El Campo; four sisters, Elizabeth Callis of Ganado and Roena McGrue, Gertie Brown and Veral Dean, all of El Campo; a brother, Dave McGrue Jr. of Bay City; and several grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, May 16, 1980 |
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Funeral services for Chester McHatton, 43, of 103 Post Oak, who died Sunday in a San Antonio hospital as the result of injuries received in a July 15 auto accident at Fannin in Goliad County, will be held Wednesday at 2 p. m. at Colonial Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Doug Shelly, pastor of Central Baptist Church, will officiate with burial in Memory Gardens in Edna. A retired serviceman with the U. S. Air Force and a veteran of the Vietnam War, Mr. McHatton was employed as an electrician with Brown and Root Construction. Born Feb. 25, 1935 in Lexington, Ky. to Mrs. Effie Mae Bray of Lexington, and the late Frank Grover, he was a member of Central Baptist Church. He had resided in Victoria for the past five years. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Mary McHatton of Victoria; a daughter, Cynthia McHatton of College Station; eight sisters, Mrs. Annie Freeman of Florida, Mrs. Louise Harp of Georgia, Mrs. Betty Douglas, Mrs. Carolyn Cox, Mrs. Carol Hudson, Mrs. Lucille Griffin, Alvia McHatton and Brenda McHatton, all of Lexington, Ky.; and four brothers, Frank Edward, Jasper and Eugene McHatton, all of Lexington, Ky. Pallbearers will be from the U. S. Air Force
Victoria Advocate, October 25, 1978 |
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Helen Smiles McKey, 99, of El Toro, Texas, passed on to her rest and reward on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at home with loved ones by her side. She was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Ira and Pearl Jones. As the oldest of six children, she learned hard work and resposibility working on a farm. These lessons stuck with her; one of her favorite sayings was, "Where there's a will, there's a way." After graduating from La Ward High School, she was accepted into the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps at Methodist Hospital in Houston, where she earned her R.N. Helen married John McKey on August 31, 1944, in Houston, while he was home on leave from the U.S. Navy. When he had to report back to duty, she traveled alone on a train bound for Seattle - without a job or place to stay yet settled - so that the two could be together whenever John came into port. She had the will, and she found a way. This kind of love and devotion to one another was characteristic of the 63 years they had together. After John was discharged in 1946, the couple made their home in Yucca Heights, near Victoria, and later moved to Telferner, where they lived for 17 years and raised their four children. In May of 1964, Helen was named Public Health Nurse of Jackson County, leading the family to move to El Toro, Texas, where she remained for the rest of her life. In recognition of her work, she received the Yellow Rose of Texas award from Governor Mark White. After 21 years of diligent service, Helen retired from nursing. She stayed busy, though, learning to play the tenor guitar so she could join John in performing bluegrass music throughout the area; they were a celebrated staple at several nursing homes. Her new-found free time was also given over to family and friends, who she deeply loved. She and John hosted many domino parties, enjoying numerous games of 42. She enjoyed cooking for others, gardening, and working in her flower beds. Her five grandchildren loved to stay at her house. She later delighted in her six great-grandchildren. Helen was also a longtime member of the Robinson Street church of Christ in Edna. She loved singing church songs and sharing her love of the Lord with her spiritual family. She was known for her kindness, wisdom, and encouragement to others. With a middle name like "Smiles," perhaps it isn't surprising that she was so good at bringing a smile to those she was around. It was certainly what she willed, and we have all been blessed by her determination to find a way. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, John Covey McKey; her parents, Ira W. and Nola Pearl Goode Jones; her brothers, Cecil, Leroy, and Raymond Jones; her sister Mildred Tipton; and her granddaughter Kaitie Braddock She is survived by her sister Frankie Gerhard and her husband Paul, of Edna, and her children - Nola McKey of Austin, Doyle McKey and his wife Martine of Montpellier, France, Becky Braddock and her husband Walter of West Columbia, and Laura McKey of El Toro. She is also survived by four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren: Kris Braddock, his wife Courtney, and their daughters Maddie, Kat, and Emma of Willow Park; Erin Adams, her husband Matt, and their sons Emerson and Alexander of Pearland; Clay Eads, his wife Whitney, and their son Henry of Westerville, Ohio; and Jennifer McKey of Denver, Colorado, and her partner Leandro Lovisolo. The family also wishes to thank the caregivers from Senior Helpers and other caregivers who were attentive and tender in their time with Helen, as well as Hospice of South Texas, a much appreciated source of support and guidance as the end drew near. Helen's funeral service will be held at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel, 209 N. Allen Street, in Edna, Texas, at 1:30 pm on Monday, February 27th, with burial to follow at Memory Gardens of Edna, 1300 N. Kleas Street. Visitation will be at the funeral home starting at 12:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org/) 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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Ganado--Rites were held from the Ganado Funeral Home Tuesday for Susan McKinney, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. D. McKinney of Ganado, who died at the local hospital that morning. Rev. Dale Fisher officiated and burial was in the Ganado Cemetery. Surviving are the parents and a brother, Robert Jr.
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Calvin R. McLain, 68, of Ganado passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Calvin was born on May 1, 1951 in Houston, Texas to Charlie and Evelyn McLain. Calvin is survived by his wife of 49 years; Charlotte "Faye" McLain, his sons; Keith, Robert, and Scotty McLain, brothers; Bo, Cecil and Robin McLain, as well as his eight grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and three sisters. There was a graveside service on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at 1:pm. Ganado Funeral Home, Ganado, Texas Jackson County Herald-Tribune, April 29, 2020 |
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Ganado—Graveside services for Mrs. Elsie McLennan, 63, of Houston will be held at 2:30 p. m. Tuesday in the Ganado City Cemetery. Funeral services will be at 10 a. m. Tuesday in the Pat Foley Chapel of the Gardens in Houston. Mrs. McLennan, the widow of the late Edmund Kenneth McLennan, died Saturday in Houston. Surviving are two daughters, Peggy Camp of Lubbock and Cheryl Chastain of Austin; three sons, Sonny McLennan of Bryan and Marvin and Daniel McLennan, both of Houston; four sisters, Benita Gonzales, Laine Standley and Rosa Lie Preuss, all of Houston and Nelda Wallace of Memphis, Tenn.; four brothers, Johnny and Ervin Preuss of Ganado, Alvin Preuss of Houston and Charlie Preuss of El Campo; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, Monday, September
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Doris Ellen McNabb, born some almost 91 years ago, passed peacefully from this present world on Monday, November 13, 2023. She was cared for, prayed for and loved most by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren until her final breath. Doris was born January 25, 1933 in the rural community of LaSalle, TX to Henry and Wilma Gerik Kolar. She was one of five children born into the Kolar family. From an early age, Doris was taught the endless ways of homemaking and baking along side her mother. Her family was most thankful for these skills as it produced countless pans of cakes and kolaches, many new handmade clothes and a spotless home for her family. Doris learned to garden from both her parents, of which she delighted in her entire life. She could grow anything with just a pile of dirt. Doris graduated from Vanderbilt High School in 1949, and the following year in 1950, earned an Executive Secretarial Diploma from Durham's Business School in San Antonio. She worked for some 30 years as the most friendly and stylish Bank Secretary & Cashier for numerous Banks in Beeville, TX. She enjoyed her customers and took pride in her work thru those years. As a matter of fact, she loved banking so much, she worked and then retired not once, but three times! Her family believes that she loved the retirement parties. One of many great gifts and blessings to her, was her devoted husband, Andrew "A.E." McNabb. They were married on August 16, 1951 while A.E. served in the US Air Force. While they both worked at building and sustaining a happy marriage, they adored one another beyond measure. This love was on full display to anyone who knew them each day of their lives. Doris and A.E. never missed an opportunity to hook onto their many travel trailers they owned and head to "Shellbank" at LaSalle. This was their home away from home. Sunsets at Shellbank were what they worked so hard for and lived for most in their later years. They caught fish together until Heaven called A.E. home in 2011. "They'll never be another "Mac" (as she called him) and I certainly don't want to train another one" she would say. Doris and A.E. adored their four children, Donald, Janice, Terry and Michael immensely. They spent every ounce of energy teaching and displaying what hard work, strong morals and a respectable character looked like. For almost 60 years they were examples of what sweet love, commitment and forgiveness can produce. Doris once said, "If I had it to do all over again, I'd do it the same way all over again. I had the best, with the best, and I am Blessed." Her family are those who were truly blessed by mom, grandma, sister and aunt." Doris has been preceded in death by her husband, Andrew "A.E." McNabb, son Terry McNabb; parents Henry & Wilma Kolar; brother Clarence Kolar; sister-in-law LaDelle Kolar; and sister-in-law Leona Kolar. Survivors include children Donald McNabb (Kathy) of LaSalle; daughter Janice Ellis (Charles) of Sinton; Michael McNabb (Carin) of Beeville. Grandchildren: Amanda Toon (Nathan); Deven Bowerman (Tom); Dustin Ellis (Megan); Adam McNabb (Stacie). Great Grandchildren: CD Ellis, LoReece Ellis, Madelyn McNabb, Landon McNabb, Andrew McNabb, Tyler Toon (Anna), Ashtyn Reddin (Gavin) and Austin Toon (Trista Hughes). Siblings: Raymond Kolar (Hope), Larry Kolar and Sylvia Gentry (Bill). Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and "adopted children she loved as if her own." Doris lived each day as a gift from God to love her family and those she called friend. She was far from perfect, but she was perfect for us. "True love, is that which can give the most without asking or demanding anything in return." She lived this out best! In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Donor's Choice. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 10:00 am at St. Theresa Catholic Church in LaSalle, Rosary will be recited at 10:30 am, followed by Funeral Mass at 11:00 am with Father Johnson Owusu-Boateng officiating. There will be a private family burial of ashes at St. Theresa Catholic Cemetery at a later date. 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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Lolita--Services for L. A. McRae, 69, of Lolita will be held at 3 p. m. Monday at the Psencik Funeral Chapel in Ganado, with the Rev. Larry Lancaster officiating. Burial will be in the Ganado City Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Les Psencik, Alton Barfield, Henry Tidmore, Emil Tomas, Glenn Jones and W. H. "Bill" Baur; honorary pallbearers, Simon McCloud, August Psencik, Mitch Boepple and Humble Oil employees. Mr. McRae was born Nov. 16, 1906 in Mudd Fork, Ark. He came to Ganado in 1940, then moved to Lolita in 1945. He was a Humble Oil Co. employee for 36 years before his retirement. He and Mrs. McRae were married July 10, 1935 in Lake Charles, La. He died Saturday in a Ganado hospital. Surviving are his widow, Virginia, of Lolita; a foster daughter, Billie Faye, of Channel View; two brothers, D. H. McRae of Waller and H. L. McRae of Houston, and four foster grandchildren.
Victoria Advocate, Monday, March 8,
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