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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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