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Francisco Hernandez Ramirez Jr.

September 13, 1951 – July 27, 2023

Francisco “Frank” Hernandez Ramirez Jr., 71, passed away at his home, surrounded by family, on Thursday, July 27, 2023.

Mr. Ramirez was born on September 13, 1951 in Edna, TX to Francisco Ramirez Sr. and Juliana Hernandez.

Frank worked for many years at STP for Brown & Root, before becoming self employed as a concrete contractor.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Jesse Ramirez; brother S.H. Ramirez Sr., and sister, Ysabel R. Bermea.

He is survived by his wife, Tina Ramirez; five sons, Frank Ramirez III (Melissa), Billy Joe Ramirez (Sandy), John Paul Ramirez, Mark Lee Ramirez (Carolyn) and Justin Ramirez (Krystin); step-daughter, Tracy Ramirez; sisters, Mamie Tijerina and Mary Zamora; brother, Manuel Ramirez; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

A mass will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Bay City, TX at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 12, 2023 with the Rev. Stephen Vacek officiating. Burial will be at American Cemetery in Edna, TX.

Bay City Tribune, August 9, 2023
 


Ricky Molina Ramirez

February 7, 2000 - October 13, 2024

Ricky Molina Ramirez, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the age of 24. He was born in Victoria, Texas on February 7, 2000, to Gina Molina Ramirez and Ricky Gonzalez Ramirez.

Ricky was a very hard worker, always becoming friends with all coworkers. There was never a person that didn’t become family. Ricky loved to fish, kayak, going to war with his buddies on the ps5 and las pedas with friends and family. He was overjoyed to be a father and already loved “little bean” very much. Ricky was a beautiful, sweet person who would do anything he could for you. His beautiful smile, great sense of humor, playful ways and big, sweet hugs will be truly missed by all those who were blessed to be a part of his life here on earth.

Ricky is survived by Keyshia Callis and baby Ramirez, his mother Gina V Molina Ramirez and father Ricky G Ramirez, sisters Giselle M Deleon-Yendrey (Bradley Yendrey), Magaly Ramirez (Damian Diaz), brother Abdiel Max Vargas, nieces and nephews, Jaylen, Xaine, Izabella, Brantley, Anahi, and Jamesyn.

He is preceded in death by Grandfather Jesus Armando Molina, Brother-in-law Adrian Deleon, Tio Eduardo Molina.

Pallbearers will be Jacob Jalomo, Paul Cortez, Malik Robinson, Kobee Barnes, Bradley Yendrey, Damian Diaz, Justin Jalomo, and Nicholas Charles-Gomez (Chop)

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 21, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Edna. Interment to follow in the Latin American Cemetery in Edna. Pastor Andy Schroer will be officiating.

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

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 


Wesley Ramirez

September 23, 1975 ~ November 22, 2024

Wesley Ramirez, 49, passed away on Friday November 22, 2024.  Wesley was born on September 23, 1975, to Joe and Susie Ramirez.  He is survived by his sisters Mary Wood (Buddy), Janie Ramirez, and Linda Davis and brothers Joe Ramirez (Letty), Pete Ramirez (Andrea), Mike Ramirez (Maria Gonzalez), Robert Ramirez (Jennifer Criddle), and Ricky Ramirez. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother David Ramirez. A visitation will be held on Wednesday November 27, 2024, at 9:30am at St. Agnes Catholic Church with a rosary being recited at 10:00am.  A funeral mass will begin at 10:30am with Father Michael Petering officiating. Interment to follow at Edna Latin America Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ryan Ramirez, Alexis Wood, Hector Martinez, Trey Martinez, Pete Ramirez, Jr., and Mike Ramirez, Sr.  Services are entrusted to the Todish family of Slavik & Ganado Funeral Homes.

Slavik Funeral Home
 


John Kenneth 'Ken' Rampmeier

A Memorial Mass for John Kenneth 'Ken' Rampmeier, 78, of High Point, North Carolina, was held April 7, 2011 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in High Point.

Mr. Rampmeier was born Jan. 23, 1933 in the Deutschburg Community near Palacios, Tx. to the late Alvin and Rubye Rampmeier. He died April 4, 2011 at the High Point Hospice Home after a brave battle with cancer.

The first in his family to go to college, Ken earned his degree at Texas A&I-Kingsville, followed by service in the U.S. Army. He was then employed for 29 years by Union Carbide, first at Seadrift where he met his wife of 46 years, Carolyn Tasin Rampmeier. His career then took him to Texas City, West Virginia and Connecticut, before retiring to High Point where his love of golf led him to work at the local golf course for many years.

Ken was a loving husband, father and Paw Paw.

He is survived by his wife Carolyn; brother Al of Bryan, Tx.; sisters, Norma and Janice of Palacios; son Keith of San Diego, CA; daughter Cara Dudley and husband David of Charlotte, NC, and grandchildren Christopher, Victoria, Kathryn and Matthew John Dudley.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church-Building Fund, 4145 Johnson St., High Point NC 27265 and the Hospice Home at High Point, 1801 Westchester Dr, High Point NC 27262.

Online condolences may be made at www.sechrestfunerals.com.

Palacios Beacon, April, 2011
 


Richard Leroy Ramsey

October 25, 1937 - October 26, 2023

Richard Leroy Ramsey, 86, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2023, in Port Lavaca, Texas. He was born in Quincy, Illinois on October 25, 1937, to Clarence Hubert Ramsey and June Marie Ramsey (Smith) and was the youngest of seven children. Richard was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Helen (Powers), and siblings Juanita, Betty, Don, Chuck, and Wanda. He is survived by his daughters, Richla Kay Ramsey (Sanjay) of Redmond, Washington, and Jolinda Ramsey of San Antonio, Texas; two grandchildren, Sonia Viola Kaur Sidhu and Maia Kaur Sidhu; sister, Leah Ramsey Malard; and so many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews in Iowa, North Dakota, Illinois, and Texas that he loved dearly.

Richard made his way to South Texas as a young man by way of serving in the Air Force. After his service, he worked for ALCOA as an engineer for over 35 years. His career took him to Kingston, Jamaica, Palestine, Texas, San Paolo, Brazil, and Point Comfort, Texas. After retirement, he consulted for G & W Engineers, Inc. He was a loving father and Christian, who would always reach out to help others in need. His joys included reunions with his family up north, genealogy, woodworking, trips to Lake Tahoe, reffing basketball, reading, cheering on the Houston Astros and Texas Longhorns, and spoiling his dog Chloe. He will be remembered by his daughters by his radiant smile, quick wit, advice, stubbornness, laugh, best chili in the world, and above all, his love. 

A private graveside memorial will be held in coordination with Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna, TX. A very special thank you to all who supported Richard at the DeTar Cancer Center in Victoria, Texas. The family asks that in remembrance of Richard, please consider donating blood/plasma to your local Blood Bank Organization.

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 


Frances Rangel

January 12, 1965 - August 18, 2024

Frances Rangel, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at the age of 59. She was born in Edna, Texas on January 12, 1965, to the late Ignacio Rangel, Sr. and Lupe Figirova Rangel.

Frances worked as Assistant Store Director at Brookshire Brothers in Ganado for many years. She was a loving sister, aunt, and friend who will be dearly missed. 

Frances is survived by her brothers, Ignacio Rangel, Jr. (Silvia) and Isidro Rangel; nieces, Devin Whittley and Heather Perez (Anthony); nephews, Heath Bednarz, Travis Rangel, Hondo Rangel, and Houston Rangel; Great-Nieces and Nephews, Kaleb Rangel, Karson Rangel, Austin Perez, Annleigh Perez, Harlie Bednarz, Lucas Bednarz, and Ava Tessier. She is also survived by her furry baby, Pistol.  

She is preceded in death by her parents Ignacio and Lupe Rangel, and her brother, Hilario Rangel. 

Pallbearers will be Heath Bednarz, Hondo Rangel, Houston Rangel, Joe Figirova, Anthony Perez, and Joe Garza.

Honorary Pallbearers are Travis Rangel, Kaleb Rangel, Karson Rangel, and Austin Perez.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with the Rosary to be recited at 6:30 p.m., in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Funeral service will be held on Friday, August 23, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., also in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Latin American Cemetery also in Edna, Texas. Pastor Ruben Castillo will be officiating. 

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

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 


Margaret Reckaway

February 28, 1935 ~ October 22, 2024

Margaret Catherine Reckaway, 89, of New Braunfels, formerly of Jackson County passed away on Tuesday October 22, 2024. Margaret was born on February 28, 1935 to Ruth Hamman Goad and Clarence E. Goad in Rural Edna, Jackson County, Texas.  Margaret married the love of her life,  Herman H. Reckaway in 1953, and together they raised their son Larry "Ricky" Reckaway, and they resided in New Braunfels for 50+ years. 

Margaret was a faithful member of Eastside Baptist Church in New Braunfels, where she was known for her famous chocolate cake and her willingness and kind spirit for serving her church as well as her community.  She worked as a hairstylist until her early 70's, when she retired to take care of her husband until his death.  Margaret has been preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Ruth Goad, husband Herman H. Reckaway, son Larry "Ricky" Reckaway (passed away on May 19, 2024) sisters: Evelyn Quinn Sowders, Infant Sister; Marie Goad, brothers; Jerry W. Quinn, Infant Brother; Weldon L Quinn, Jr.  She is survived by her brother; Charles "Ed" Goad, sister; Brenda Quinn Koop.

Services will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 10:00 am with Pastor Andy Schroer officiating.

RIP Margaret, your legacy will live in our hearts forever.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church or Eastside Baptist Church in New Braunfels.

Honorary Pallbearers will be: Rick and Maggie Delee, Norma Jean Rossi, Pastor Benny, Rene' Sowders and Toni Sowders. 

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

 Slavik Funeral Home
 


Adela Rodriguez Register

Adela Rodriguez Register passed away on July 11, 2023, at the age of 93. She was living in Woodstock, Georgia, with her daughter Alicia and Eddie Mecum, her husband.

Adela graduated from Edna High School in 1947.

She was preceded in death by her parents Manuela and Augustin Rodriguez, her husband Alton Register, her daughter Vanessa, brothers Chico and Vicente, and sisters Rafaela, Patricia, and Theresa.

She is survived by her daughter Alicia and her son-in-law Eddie, granddaughter Aubrey, grandson Nicholas, great grandson Brayden, her brother Victor and several nephews, nieces, and cousins.

A memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna, Tx. Burial and graveside services are still pending.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, August 2, 2023
 


Linda Rehak

January 26, 1952 ~ November 20, 2024

Linda Ann Hamilton Rehak passed away following a short illness on November 20, 2024, at the age of 72.  She was born on January 26, 1952, in Ganado, Texas to Henry Judson and Mary Gene Leslie Hamilton.  Linda graduated from Edna High School, Class of 1971.  She met and soon married her sweetheart Robert Rehak.  Robert, Linda, and their “critters” spent many happy years together until his passing on January 12, 2009.  Linda was a dedicated and hard-working employee at Gary’s Drive In in Edna for 25 plus years. 

In her spare time, she enjoyed woodworking with her sister, Leslie, fishing with her family, and baseball.  She especially enjoyed coaching girls softball teams.  She loved cats!  She had great memories of all of her “fur babies” from the past.  Her last two, Oscar and June Bug, gave her many hours of fun and entertainment.  Linda was a sweet, plain, and very simple lady.  Her wardrobe mainly consisted of jeans and casual cat T-Shirts.  She told her family long ago that was also what she wanted to wear to heaven, and her request has been fulfilled!  She went on to say that it would be great if all who came to her service wore comfortable, casual cat t-shirts.

Linda is survived by her sisters Cathy Davis and Leslie Hamilton, and sister-in-law Sharon Hamilton Voitek and husband Dennis; nieces and nephews, Gretchen Pyle and husband John, John and wife Cynthia Davis, Will Davis and Jason and Bonnie Hamilton.  Also, a host of friends and extended family.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Memory Gardens of Edna with Mr. Joe McClanahan officiating.  Serving as pallbearers are Will Davis, John Davis, Jason Hamilton, Darren Foster, Kenny Moore, and Oscar Hinojosa.  Honorary pallbearer will be Gretchen Pyle.  Memorial gifts may be given to the charity of your choice.

Slavik Funeral Home
 


Charlene Newport Revel

January 6, 1933 - July 29, 2023

Charlene Newport Revel was born in Lolita, Texas on January 6, 1933, to the late Orville Mike Newport and Renie Meador Newport Denard.

Charlene retired as Assistant Vice President of Citizens State Bank after 33 years. She served on the board of directors and as an Ambassador for the Jackson Co. Chamber of Commerce. She was also a past director of the Jackson County Hospital Board, and served as president of the ladies auxiliary to the V.F.W. Post 8556 in Lolita. She was a long-time member of American Legion in Ganado, and of the First Baptist Church of Edna. 

She is survived by her son, Michael Ray Revel (Patricia); two very special grandsons, Jason M. Revel and Cody D. Revel (Rachel); great-granddaughters, Kate and Kollins Revel. 

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband of 55 years, Ray Revel, Jr.; great-grandson, Wyatt Ray Revel; and her sister, Nancy L. Tipton. 

Pallbearers will be Glenn Martin, Gary Martin, Craig Yearwood, Clint Yearwood, Laddie Ellis, and Kenneth Land. 

Services will be held on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at the First Baptist Church in Edna, Texas. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with the funeral service to begin at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna, Texas. Rev. Robert Krause will be officiating.

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 


David Gordon Roades

September 3, 1941 - July 28, 2024

David Gordon Roades, 82 of Edna, Texas, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024. He was born in Louise, Texas on September 3, 1941, to the late Roy Hugh and Mary Emma Swan Roades.

Gordon was married to Anna Lorene Mikus from Inez, Texas on November 10, 1962.

Gordon was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who was loved by many and will be dearly missed. He was a truck driver, rice farmer, and cattle rancher all his life and loved to tell stories with a laugh that was infectious. He had his hands full with the “girls and the boy” as farm hands but always managed to keep his cool and remain patient. He was also a member and past president of the Jackson County Youth Rodeo Association and a board of director of the Jackson County County Wide Drainage District.

Gordon is survived by his wife, Anna Roades; and daughters, Yvonne Janssen (Brent Walker) of Edna, TX, Lana (William “Scooter”) Webel of Victoria, TX, La Wanda (Jim) McCormick of Victoria, TX, Vee (Nick) Strauss of La Ward, TX, and Dee (James) Darilek of Ganado, TX; and son, Oren (Stacie) Roades of Aubrey, TX. He is also survived by a brother, R.H. (Peggy) Roades of Ganado, and sister-in-law, Ruth (Pat) Miori of Inez. In addition, he is survived by grandchildren, Erin (Derek) Zarosky, Haley (Justin) Willemin, Hayden (Morgan) Webel, Grady (Sarah) Atkinson, Lauren (Keith) Kieschnick, Katlyn (Eric) Berrettini, Nicholas (Kyla) Strauss, Staci (Karsen) Klimitchek, Carson (Kristin Dierlam) Darilek, Shane Darilek, Oliver Roades, Charlie Roades, Madyson Hurley (Levi Moore), Will Croom, and Jack Croom. He is also survived by eleven great-grandchildren.

Gordon is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Shirley Mattocks; and great-grandson, Harrison Webel. 

Pallbearers will be Grady Atkinson, Hayden Webel, Carson Darilek, Nicholas Strauss, Shane Darilek, and Derek Zarosky.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Oliver and Charlie Roades.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., also in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Richard Roades will be officiating. Interment to follow in Hirschhauser Cemetery in Inez, Texas.

Memorial donations may be made in Gordon’s name to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 185 Kolle St., Inez, Texas 77968 

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

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 

 
Rose Marie Ricks

December 2, 1951 - June 4, 2023

Rose Marie Ricks, of Edna, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023 at the age of 71.  She was born December 2, 1951, in Ganado, Texas, to the late Leonard Weinmann and Mary Marek Weinmann.
 
Rose worked for Edna ISD in the cafeteria. She was a loving wife, mother, aunt, and friend who will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her daughter, Mary Ricks Gaubatz of Bloomington; sisters, Georgie Templin, Genevieve Yendrey, Patsy Franks, Dorothy Kollaja, and Betty Kildair; grandchildren, Savannah, Shawn, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Mary Weinmann; husband Forrest W Ricks, Jr.; brother, Michael Weinmann.

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 

Arturo G. Riojas
September 26, 1948 – January 31, 2023

Arturo G. Riojas, 74, of Ganado passed away January 31, 2023. He was born September 26, 1948 in Ganado to Jose Riojas Sr. and Eustolia Garza Riojas. Arturo worked as a barber and had a love of playing bass guitar, going fishing and dancing. He was a member of Faith Family Church where he enjoyed the time he spent there as a greeter.

He is survived by his step-sons, David Davila, Gilbert Davila, Johnny Joe Davila; sisters, Anita Casas, Dora Medina, Mary Rodriguez, Jane Salinas; brothers, Robert Riojas, Raymond Riojas; long time companion, Josie Camarillo; loving dog, Peewee; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Joe G. Riojas Jr.

Visitation will be Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 10-11 a.m. at Faith Family Church followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. with Pastor Larry Helms and Rev. Joel Salinas Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Ganado.

Pallbearers are Joey Armstrong, Robert Riojas Jr., Michael Gutierrez, David Davila, Raul Salinas, Joel Salinas Jr., and Albert Riojas. Honorary pallbearers will be David Riojas and Rudy Riojas.

Words of comfort and special memories may be shared with the family at www.colonialfuneralhomevictoria.com.

Colonial Funeral Home, Victoria
 


Sylvia Ann Riojas

January 30, 1974 ~ April 4, 2024

Sylvia Ann Riojas, 50, passed away on Thursday April, 4, 2024.  Funeral mass will be held Wednesday May 1, 2024 at Assumption Catholic Cemetery with interment to follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery.  Services entrusted to the Todish family of Ganado Funeral Home. 

Ganado Funeral Home
 


Corrine Robinson

Corrine Barnes Robinson, 87, passed away on June 22, 2023. She was born January 21, 1936, to Jim Barnes and Ora Gipson in the Vamp Garyville, TX Community. She was educated in the Garyville community and G.W. Carver Schools. Upon adulthood, she was employed as a caregiver for Emma Slavik for 45 years and also as a CNA at Twin Pines Nursing Home, where she retired. . Corrine loved her family dearly, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Left to cherish her memories are her two daughters, Marilyn Barnes and Glenda R. Bailey; one son, Lester Robinson; faithful daughter-in-law, Flora Jean Robinson; sister-in-law, Evelyn Sheppard; brother-in-law W.G. Tones; special family friend, Eunice Jackson; 20 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren.

Viewing is scheduled 8-10 AM, Saturday, July, 1, 2023 at Shiloh Baptist Church with Funeral Services to begin at 10 AM. Burial will follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery. Final arrangements entrusted to Cook-Butler Funeral Home, 361-782-3821.

Jackson County Herald Tribune, June 28, 2023
 


Rodney Wayne Roberson

September 21, 1969 ~ October 31, 2024

Rodney Wayne Roberson, age 55, of Edna, Texas, a dedicated retired law enforcement officer and first responder, passed away on October 31, 2024.

He was born in Victoria, Texas in 1969 to Gilford and JoAnn Roberson, and was loved and respected by many dear friends and relatives. Rodney enjoyed the outdoors and graduated from Edna High School in 1988 and was already on active duty as a first responder in Jackson County at the time of his high school graduation.

Rodney became a first responder with the Edna Volunteer Fire Department while in high school, devoting himself to aiding others. He continued service for all of his adult life in Jackson County EMS and Fire Department, as a patrol officer for the Edna Police Department, as a patrol officer for the Ganado Police Department, as the Ganado Police Chief, and was also recognized by the Edna Chamber of Commerce as Citizen of the Year. He served as president of the Edna Chamber of Commerce and also served on the Jackson County Hospital Board for 32 years, as well as the Red Cross Board. He enjoyed being an active officer in the Jackson County Republican Party and was a Past President of the Jackson County Law Enforcement Association. Though his life of service protected countless lives, he never sought or expected thanks for his work. Knowing he had helped others and served the people of Jackson County was thanks enough.

That selflessness extended to his personal life. Rodney was kind, caring, and generous, traits reflected both at home and when out in the field working as a law enforcement officer and first responder.

Rodney was preceded in death by his father, Gilford Roberson, and is survived by his mother JoAnn Roberson, his sister Shari (Roberson) Belmarez and her husband Brett, and his two nieces Addison and Emmerson, and one nephew Roberson Belmarez. Additional survivors include Gracie Moore, Gary (Alice) Nordin, David Nordin, Karla (Frankie) Alderete, and many cousins in and around Jackson County.

Honorary pallbearers include: Retired Texas Game Warden, Kevin Stancik and wife Renee Stancik, Jackson County Sheriff’s Dispatcher/Administrative Assistant; Jackson County Deputy Sheriff, Dwayne Taylor; Jackson County Sheriff, Kelly Janica; Jackson County Hospital District EMS/Paramedic Supervisor, Russell Johnson; Former Jackson County Constable, Oscar Hinojosa; Edna Chief of Police, Rick Boone; Darrell Slatter; and all current and former Brothers and Sisters in law enforcement as well as first responders.

A memorial/funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 14 at 2 p.m., at Slavik Funeral Home at 209 North Allen, Edna, Texas. A reception will be held at Jackson County Services Building, (411 North Wells Street, Edna, Texas) following the memorial/funeral service immediately following the private burial service at the family cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged and requested to Jackson County Law Enforcement Association, care of Renee Stancik, 115 West Main Street, Edna, Texas, 77957.

Slavik Funeral Home
 


Alton A. "Red" Rodgers

HOUSTON - Alton A. (Red) Rodgers, 85, of Houston and Edna, went home with Jesus Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012. Red was born in Pledger, Texas in 1926 and grew up in Morales and attended high school in Boling.
 
He served in the Army Air Corps in WW II as a pilot in training, bombardier and navigator in training. Red went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics in 1949. He began his career with Humble Oil Company and retired with Esso Exploration (Exxon). Red and wife, Hope moved to Morales (Edna) Texas to retire and watch all their grandchildren enjoy life. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with all of his friends and family.

Red was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruth; daughter, Nancy; his parents; and his second wife, Hope.

Red is survived by his children, Allison Madison, Alan Staton, Alton Rodgers Jr., Delbert Rodgers, and Naomi Collins; 10 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Naomi (Namp) Baca and an uncountable number of nieces and nephews and cousins.

A visitation for Red will be Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Stephen F. Austin Room at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home. A graveside service celebrating Reds life is Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Oaks Cemetery. Concluding service Reds family and friends will gather for a reception to reflect on the wonderful life that he lived.

Under the direction of Memorial Oak Funeral Home, 281-497-2210.

Victoria Advocate, January 22, 2012
 


Fermin Rodriguez

July 7, 1950 ~ February 22, 2023

Fermin Rodriguez, 72, of Seadrift, Texas passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023.  The family will be honoring Fermin with a Celebration of Life Service on Sunday, February 26, 2023 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel, 209 N. Allen Street, Edna, Texas, 77957, 361-782-2152.

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

Slavik Funeral Home
 


Elvira Santellana Rosa

June 30, 1942 - April 4, 2024

Elvira Santellana Rosa, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at the age of 81.

Services will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2024, in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Rosary will be recited at 10:30 a.m. with a Memorial Service to begin at 11:00 a.m.

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 


Jesus Rosalez

April 8, 1952 ~ February 17, 2024

Jesus “Jesse” Rosalez, 71 of Ganado went to be with our Lord on Saturday, February 17, 2024. He was born on April 8, 1952 to Domingo and Lionides Rosalez.

Jesse was the owner of J & S Oilfield Construction Services and worked in the oil and gas industry for over 50 years. He was a member of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus Council #3204 in Ganado, serving as a 4th degree knight of the Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Assembly 1131.

Jesse is survived by his son Joseph Rosalez and wife Amy, daughters, Jackie Fowler and husband Spence and Jessica Rosalez Fry. He is also survived by his grandchildren Joshua Fowler, Jayden, Jordan, Joseph Jr., and Jonathan Rosalez. Brothers, Ruben, Joe, and Steve Rosalez, and Sisters, Lydia Arriaga, Olga Lopez, Lucy Cardenas, and Delfina Rodriguez.

He is preceded in death by his parents, son in law Sam Fry, and brothers Samuel and Manuel Rosalez.

The family will receive visitors at 9:00am on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church with the Rosary recited at 9:30am. Funeral mass to follow at 10:00am with Father Greg Korenek Officiating. Burial to follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery.

The family requests donations be made in Jesse’s honor to the Ganado Knights of Columbus Council #3204 or The Ganado Volunteer Fire Department.

Funeral services entrusted to the Todish Family of Ganado Funeral Home. 

Ganado Funeral Home
 


George E. Rozner

BLESSING - George E. "Mr. Nice Guy" Rozner, 61, of Blessing, died Monday, July 13, 2009. He was born Aug. 7, 1947, in Yoakum, to the late Frank J. Rozner and Allyine Meyer Rozner.
 
He served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam, Fighter Squadron 111 on the U.S.S. Oriscany. He spent 18 years with Alcoa as an electrician. He was a maintenance supervisor at South Texas Project Nuclear Operating Company in Wadsworth, where he worked for 23 years. He was a member of the KJT Society and Knights of Columbus. He was a former volunteer for the Kids for Christmas program and a former volunteer firefighter in Blessing. He was a member of the Valve Team at S.T.P. and a Catholic.

George was a devoted father and grandfather. He loved to joke and cut up with his family and friends and could always be counted on by everyone who knew him. His greatest pleasure was spending time and sharing his life with his family; Sunday dinners were a testament to the close bond he shared with his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his daughters, Anne Rozner and Dina Rozner of Needville; sons, Michael and wife Kimi Rozner of Midfield, and James Rozner of Bay City; former wife, Joyce Vyvial Rozner of Sweeny; five grandchildren, Jonathyn, Bradley, Ty, Colton, and Kyson; sister, Frances Vogt of Victoria; brothers, Ronnie and Robert Rozner of Ganado.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary Ann Rozner; and brother-in-law, Herbie Vogt.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at Ganado Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 17, 2009, at Assumption Catholic Church with the Rev. Michael Lyons officiating. Full military burial will be at Assumption Catholic Cemetery under the auspices of American Legion Post 346 of Ganado.

Pallbearers are Tony Gronski, Sonny Supak, Tony Kacer, Brent Heraly, Richard Bures, Ricky Busha, Jacob Chambless, and Jimmy Supak.

Honorary pallbearers are Dameon Berg and Rob Yoxtheimer.

Ganado Funeral Home, Ganado, 361-771-2120.

Victoria Advocate July 15 & 16, 2009
 


Vera Frances Rozsypal

Vera Frances Rozsypal, 83, of La Salle, passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 17, 2012. Frances, "Babe" was born on January 30, 1929, in Rosenberg, TX, to the late R.J. and Lottie Stepan.

She married Victor Paul Rozsypal on November 14, 1951 and they shared forty-eight years of marriage before he passed away.

Frances enjoyed raising her two sons, Michael and Paul and spending time with her grandchildren. Frances was very active in the La Salle, TX, community and enjoyed her volunteer work at St. Theresa's Catholic Church. She had a love for fishing, dominoes, and poetry.

Frances is survived by her sons, Michael Rozsypal of San Antonio and Paul Rozsypal and wife Ellen of Victoria, six grandchildren, and one great-grandson.

A public visitation/rosary will be held Monday, Feb. 20, 2012 from 5 - 8 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna.

Funeral services, will be Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012 at St. Theresa Catholic Church in La Salle at 1:00 p.m. with Fa. Johnson officiating. Interment will be in the St. Theresa Cemetery.

Pallbearers are her six grandchildren; Joshua Rozsypal, Rebecca Rozsypal, Kimberly Jones, Niki Rozsypal, Jacob Rozsypal, and Victoria Rozsypal.

Honorary pallbearers are: Mr. and Mrs. Francis Blanchard, Ramona Nava, Mr. and Mrs. Roger McDonald, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Bonnelli, Ben Schrader, Martha Sembera, and Pat Venglar.

Services under the direction of Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, Texas

Victoria Advocate, February 2012
 


Daresha Renee Rucker

July 2, 1977 - December 11, 2024

Daresha Renee Rucker, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the age of 47. She was born in Ganado, Texas on July 2, 1977, to Stacy Ford and Flora Jones Rucker.

Daresha was a loving daughter, sister, mother, and friend and who will be dearly missed. 

Daresha’s legacy will  live on in the hearts and minds of her family: her mother, Flora (Louise) of Edna, Tx; her father, Stacy Ford of Yoakum, Tx; her children Shada Robinson, Malequee Rucker, and Denzil Rucker; her siblings Albert (Leanne), Percy (Debra), Ann (Paul), Kenneth, Kendra (Tyrol), Lovena (Devin), Darvis (Ashley), Sharlene, Alvin, Thyretha, Stephanie, Yeury, and Stacy; her uncles Gabe (Gail) and Virgil; her aunts, Madeline and Cynthia; as well as nieces and nephews. 

She is preceded in death by her sister Mary Ann Rucker; aunt Annie Lee Brooks and Uncle Willie; and grandmother, Flora Dilworth. 

Memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Reverend Gary L. Roberts will be officiating. 

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

Oaklawn Funeral Home
 

 

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