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Wesley D. Sansom died in San Antonio July 2, 1946, and his remains were brought to Uvalde where he was buried in the Uvalde Cemetery Wednesday afternoon, July 3, at 5:30 o’clock. The deceased was 84 years, 10 months and 19 days of age. Up to a few weeks before his death he was active and busily employed with his garden and other activities. Prior to coming to Uvalde, he had lived in Frio and Atascosa counties. Funeral Vess Funeral Home and a great many relatives and friends paid their last respects to this Christian man. The services were conducted by the Rev. I.C. Beasley of the Uvalde Methodist Church. He is survived by his aged widow, Mollie A. Sansom, who is 79 years old. The father of the deceased was a Methodist preacher, and his grandfather was a Presbyterian preacher. Eight children survive. They are R.M. Sansom, Barksdale; Mrs. T.J. Bell, Fresno, Calif.; Mrs. F.Y. Boykin, San Angelo; Mrs. W.A. Boykin, Sabinal; Mrs. Frances Murray, Uvalde; H.A. Sansom, Austin; George Sansom, Uvalde; Mrs. Bennie Oliver, Abilene. There are also 37 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. -Uvalde Leader-News Mr. Sansom was a brother-in-law of Messrs. S.W. Dollery of Ganado and H.F. Dollery of Edna, respectively, and had visited here numerous times. In fact, he was here just two weeks before his death. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 38, Ed. 1 Thursday, August 1, 1946, newspaper, August 1, 1946, page 4.
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Charlie Joseph "Uncle Joe" Schafer, at the age of 72, went home to his forever home on Thursday, March 10, 2022. Uncle Joe was born in Ganado to Charlie and Mary Ellen Schafer on Thursday, August 18, 1949. He has been survived by his two nephews, Jason Rozner and Robby Rozner. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie Silvester Schafer and Mary Ellen Janica Schafer, his sister Charlotte "Sue" Rozner. Joe lived most of his life in Ganado, with the exception of the time he was serving his country in the U.S. Army. After returning home he worked in the oilfield and also the County Transfer Station. He will be truly missed by his loving and caring family. There will be a private family graveside service to be determined at a later date. 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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Vondean Rue Schmidt passed away on August 5, 2021, at the age of 79. She was born in Fredericksburg, Texas on December 17, 1941 to Oscar E. Schmidt and Clara N. Schmidt. Vondean was baptized and confirmed at St. James Lutheran Church. She grew up and attended school in Llano, and graduated from Texas Lutheran University. For 36 years she was a teacher in Edna, Texas. She retired to Llano County, where she enjoyed living many years on the family ranch, hosing fun-filled family reunions, and entertaining her friends. Her final residence was a Windchime, and assisted living facility in Kingsland. She made friends easily and was always an advocate for the other residents and the staff that cared for them. She was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Marble Falls. Vondean was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Nolan Schmidt, and Robert Schmidt and wife Lillie; her sister Doris Tate and husband Bill, and brother-in-law Teddy Joe Talley. Also leaving too soon, were her long time friends and extended family, Billy and Carol Davis and Barbara Buck. She is survived by her sister Gladys Talley; nieces Sandra Wilson, Carol Jones, Darla Elam, Debra LeRoy and husband Dan. Nephews surviving her are Kenneth Tate, Leon Schmidt and wife Roxanne, Daryl Talley and wife Rosie; along with a host of great and great-great nieces and nephews; God children, and beloved cousins. She also leaves behind her dear friends Ron and Pat Fountain, Bill and Margie Bryan, David and Dianne Coan, Gary and Celeste Hagel, Leon Buck, and Dan Magee. The graveside service officiated by Reverend Harold Vanicek, Jr. and Reverend Nick Bohmann, was held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the Llano City Cemetery. Vondean requested memorial contributions be given to St. Peter’s Church of Marble Falls or her favorite charity, Lutheran World Relief. The family is grateful for the care and love she received while living at Windchime; the visits and ministry by Nick Bohmann; the caring doctors and nurses at Ascension Seton in Burnet; and the compassion shown by the nurses and caregivers of Altus Hospice in her final days. She was loved by many, and will be missed by all. Funeral arrangements made under the direction of Waldrope-Hatfield-Hawthorne Funeral Homes, Inc. Llano, Texas. E-mail condolences may be sent to whhfuneral1@verizon.net.
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On Monday, January 7, the Lord took from this yale of tears to Himself in heaven the soul of Mrs. Wilhelmina Schneider, the wife of Fred J. Schneider, the wife of Fred J. Schneider, who resides about five miles southwest of Edna. She was born August 8, 1885, near Austin, Texas, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Kilem. On Christmas Day, 1902, she was married to Fred J. Schneider. This union was blessed with two sons and five daughters, all of whom were reared to man and womanhood: Freddy Schneider of Edna, Texas, Mrs. Lillie Taylor, Friona, Texas, Mrs. Dora Deyo, Waco, Texas, Mrs. Alma Gaubatz, Edna, Mrs. Melinda Stephens, New Comb, Mississippi; Mrs. Marie Kenne, Bay City, Texas, Walter Lee Schneider, Columbus, Texas. The church of her choice was the Lutheran Church of which she became a member more than forty years ago. Upon her the Lord in His wisdom, laid more than an ordinary load of sickness and suffering. In this school of affliction, Mrs. Schneider learned the important but blessed lesson that “Tribulation worketh patience; and patience experience and experience hope and hope maketh not ashamed.” Now the Lord in His mercy delivered her and has bestowed upon her the crown of glory. She is survived by her husband, her mother, four brothers, five sisters, all seven children and fourteen grandchildren. Last writes were held at St. Paul’s Lutheran church Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 o’clock, with burial in the Edna Cemetery. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 9, Ed. 1 Thursday, January 10, 1946, newspaper, January 10, 1946, page 1.
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Death claimed Bennie Schomburg, 39, Monday night at John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, following a short illness. He had been a patient in the hospital for five days. His death came as a shock to his loved ones and friends. He is survived by his widow, two small sons and an infant daughter. Funeral services will be held today (Thursday) at the American Lutheran Church at 2:30 p. m. with interment in the Ganado Cemetery. Wheeler Funeral Home, directors.
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Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Red Bluff Cemetery for Mr. Henry George Schoonover who passed away Monday morning. Mr. Schoonover was born in Bethany, Mo., Sept. 18, 1882, and moved to Lolita in 1935, and has lived there with his daughter, Mrs. A.J. Willoughby. He is survived by four children: Mrs. Willoughby, Mrs. Audry Opal Murray of Richland Springs, Mrs. Mildred Kathleen Sappington, and Neil Schoonover; nine grandchildren, and eight brothers and sisters. The funeral services were under the direction of the Hevelka Funeral Home of Edna, with Rev. Murray O. Johnson, Methodist minister, officiating. The pall bearers were: J.H. Hamilton, Frank Cobbs, Leon Frels, Vernon Allen, A.B. Billingsy, and Charlie Newport. The bereaved family has the sympathy of everyone. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 36, No. 46, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 5, 1942, newspaper, February 5, 1942, page 1.
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Last Friday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Green of Edna, passed away following an illness of several weeks. The remains were taken to Yoakum, her old x for burial. Rev. L. E. Barnett, Pastor of the Edna Baptist Church, conducted the funeral services at the Buffington Funeral Home in Yoakum Sunday afternoon at 2:30. The following Yoakum citizens acted as pallbearers: Messrs. Monroe Taylor, Owen Hagen, A. A. Riggs, E. R. Flemmings, J. L. Moore, and BILL EDGAR. Mrs. Schuebel was born in Germany May 6, 1863, hence was 83 years, 5 months and 2 days of age when death came. She came to America when 16 years of age. Her maiden name was Sophie Winters. May 30, 1887, she was united in marriage to Mr. Frederick A. Schuebel, in San Diego, California. In 1890 the young couple came to Texas to reside. Yoakum was their home for many years, and on May 30, 1937 they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. Mr. Schuebel passed away at Yoakum June 30, 1938. After her husband’s death Mrs. Schuebel had made her home in Edna with her daughter. During her residence here this good woman made many warm friends, all of whom were grieved to learn of her passing. She is survived by three children, Mrs. Clara L. Green of Compton, California, Mrs. Sophie McCord of Betheny, La., and Mrs. Mary Green of Edna; also seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The Herald joins the other friends of the family in extending sympathy to the bereaved ones. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 40, Ed. 1 Thursday, August 15, 1946, newspaper, August 15, 1946, page 1.
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Charles L. Schluter, 91, of Ganado passed away Friday, July 13, 2012. He was born Jan. 24, 1921 in Ganado to the late Charles and Elsie Schluter, Sr. Charles was a retired oilfield driller and rice farmer. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn, daughter, Charlene Cleveland and husband Wilborn and a step-daughter, Dru Bures and husband Leroy and his best and most faithful friend, “Girlie.” He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Oletia, daughter, Gloria Jean Schluter, step-son Jerry W. Novaswad, brother, Ernest Schluter and sisters, Margaret Magdalyne and Marie. Visitation was July 15 from 5 – 7 p. m. at the Ganado Funeral Home. A rosary was on July 16 at 9:30 a. m. followed by funeral services at 10 a. m. at Assumption Catholic Church, with Rev. Michael Lyons officiating. Interment followed in the Ganado Cemetery. In lieu of usual remembrances, memorials may be given to Accolade Hospice of Yoakum or Assumption Catholic Church Altar Society. Services under the direction of Ganado Funeral Home, 361-771-2120.
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Robert Wayne Scott (Bob), 93, of Houston, passed away on September 22, 2021 surrounded by family. He was born September 19, 1928 in Houston to the late Steve and Ida Scott, their only child. He was an Edna High School graduate, attended Schreiner Institute in Kerrville, and received a BS in petroleum engineering from The University of Texas (Austin). Bob served in the Army, 10th Infantry Division, Company C, 85th Infantry, 4th Platoon. He married the love of his life, Rosemarie Born, in 1951, and she predeceased him in 2018. Bob was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his son Robert, Jr. (Leedell), daughter Marilee (Larry Davis), grandchildren Dianne Friedl (Andrew), Melissa McElwee (Steve), Robert L. Scott (Rachel), great-grandchildren Drew and Henry Friedl, Conor and Gavin McElwee, and Robert James and Olivia Rose Scott. He was a 60-year member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church and after retirement edited the Sunday sermons. He was smart, kind, funny, and a consummate storyteller. He loved a party, his friends, his colleagues, and especially his family. Bob’s oilfield work began in 1947, first with Magnolia Petroleum, then Gulf Oil. He joined Gulf Publishing Co. in 1958 as engineering editor for World Oil magazine, and retired as President, Chairman and CEO of Gulf Publishing in 1998. Bob led the first U.S. upstream oil and gas delegation to China in 1978, where he met and performed a sketch with Bob Hope. He regularly received speaking invitations from oilfield organizations around the world, and he and Rose visited 23 foreign countries and 19 foreign capitals for his “talks.” He was an authority on topics from oil production to oilfield operations in Saudi Arabia and China. He was a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers, the National Ocean Industries Association, and NOMADS for many years. He was inducted as an Industry Pioneer in the Oilfield Energy Center Hall of Fame in 2016 for his long, illustrious service to the industry. Visitation were held on Oct. 3 at Forest Park Westheimer. Funeral Service was on Oct. 4 at St. Andrew Lutheran Church. Memorial contributions welcomed by St. Andrew Lutheran Church or your favorite charity.
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Funeral services for Mrs. Sallie A. Scott were held Tuesday morning June 1, at the Wheeler Funeral Home in El Campo with Rev. N. J. White of LaWard officiating. Burial was in the Ganado Cemetery. Pallbearers were A. F. Lind, Frank Skalicky, Wilbur Hensley, J. W. Lee, T. M. Hunt and Quinton Thedford. Mrs. Scott was born in Columbia County, Ark., Dec. 15, 1881, and passed away at the home of her daughter in LaWard, May 30, 1955. Her husband preceded her in death in 1931. Surviving are two children, Mrs. L. G. Hendon of LaWard and A. J. Scott of Ganado, one step-son, B. F. Scott of Haynesville, La., two brothers, J. G. Kelly of Magnolia, Ark., and W. G. Kelly of Washington, D. C. Also three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Edna Herald, June 9, 1955
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Pete A. Sertuche, Sr., of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at the age of 65. He was born May 23, 1956, in Cuero, Texas to Natividad Sertuche, Sr. and Corrine Adame Sertuche. Pete retired as an operator for E.L. Crisp after 15 years of service. He had a great passion for music. Pete was an amazing musician, who loved singing and had played the drums since he was 8 years old. He enjoyed spending time surrounded by his friends and family, especially while barbequing. Pete loved the outdoors and never passed up a chance to go hunting or fishing. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be dearly missed by so many. Pete is survived by his wife of 45 years, Mary Linda Sertuche; sons, Carlos Sertuche (Carol) and Pete Sertuche, Jr. (Kristi) all of Edna; mother, Corrine Valdez of Victoria; grandchildren, Presleigh Sertuche, Londyn Sertuche, Everly Sertuche, Krystall Meza, Aaron Meza, and Jonathon Meza; and great-grandchild, Penelope Andrade. He is also survived by his sister, Martha Rivera of Victoria, and brothers, Natividad Sertuche, Jr. of Victoria, Mark Sertuche, Wally Sertuche, Johnny Sertuche, and Simon Sertuche all of Atlanta, Texas. He is preceded in death by his father, Natividad Sertuche, Sr.; son, Pedro Sertuche; and stepfather, Julian Valdez. Pallbearers will be Carlos Sertuche, Pete Sertuche, Jr., Frank Pińa III (Trae), Saul Sertuche, Derrik Bermea, and Emilio Hernandez, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be Joseph (Bud) Sertuche, Domingo Garcia, Jr., Domingo Hernandez, and Shane Harvey. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., also in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow in the Latin American Cemetery in Edna, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
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Mrs. Martin Shoberg. Mrs. Lucy Eleanor Shoberg, 66, a resident of Louise and El Campo for nearly a half century, who had been in ill health for some time, died Tuesday morning at her home here. Services were held from the First Christian Church Wednesday afternoon with the pastor, S.A. Crouch, officiating. Burial was in the O.D.H.S. Garden of Memories. Mrs. Skoberg was born December 25, 1880 in St. Charles, Mich., and moved to the Louise community with her parents in 1898. It was there on November 8, 1904 that she married the late Martin Andrew Shoberg, who passed away in October, 1942. Mrs. Shoberg is survived by a son, Ralph, of Edna; one daughter, Miss Thola Mae Shoberg of the First National Bank, El Campo; a brother, Walter T. Johnson of Houston. She also leaves two grand children and several nieces and nephews. - El Campo News. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 24, Ed. 1 Thursday, April 25, 1946, newspaper, April 25, 1946, page 1.
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Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 17, 2022, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 18, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., in the First Baptist Church of Edna. Interment to follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna.
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Ernestine Shutt stepped out of this world and into Glory on July 26, 2021. She was 90. Ernestine was born August 17, 1930 to Henry and Maggie Lee Norris in Miranda City, Texas. She was welcomed home by her three year old brother Tommy Gene, better known as Ikey. The family moved to Freer, Texas where Henry went to work for Mobil Oil. Ernestine attended school in Freer and graduated from Freer High School in 1947. She was working at the local movie theater where she met a young man who was in town working in the oil field. In August of 1950 she and J. K. Budd married. The couple spent a year in El Paso while he served in the army. When J.K.’s father suffered a heart attack, they returned to the family farm in Cordele, Texas. They settled on this farm and raised a family. In 1951 their only daughter Vicky Nann was born. She was later joined by three brothers- Ricky Clyde, Randy Ray and Robby Minor. They rode the school bus thirteen miles into Edna to attend school. And each of the children graduated from Edna High School. The couple later divorced and Ernestine began work at Carol Ann’s dress shop. As an accomplished seamstress she did alterations for the store as well as sales and purchasing. In 1973 Ernestine married Weldon Shutt. After a few years living in Houston the couple moved back to Edna. They built a home in the Navidad area. They enjoyed gardening together and landscaping their property. Ernestine loved flowers and always had many potted plants in her greenhouse. Ernestine loved her Lord. She and Weldon faithfully attended the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Edna for many years. They served as groundskeepers and other positions at the church. Ernestine was a believer in hard work and straightforward honesty. She enjoyed painting, yard work and collecting birdhouses and records. At age 89 she painted her entire house- just because “it needed it,” she said. She was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Maggie Norris; former husband J.K. Budd, and husband Weldon Shutt. She is survived by daughter Vicky Black and husband Gary of Perryton; son Ricky Budd and Linda of Victoria; son Randy Budd of Conroe and son Robby Budd of Edna; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are stepdaughters Sherrie Reed and husband Scott of Hixson, Tennessee; Debbie Huff and husband Jim of Houston; Robin Oakley and husband Don of Cadiz, Kentucky and stepson Bruce Shutt and wife Connie of Montgomery, eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In 2021 Ernestine moved to Perryton to be near her daughter. After a brief illness she passed away in Perryton. A memorial celebrating her life will be held Thursday, Sept. 2 at 11 am at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Edna, officiated by Pastor Andrew Schroer. Memorials may be made to Operation Christmas Child/ Samaritan’s Purse, Box 3000, Boone, North Carolina 28607-3000 or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105
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Charles "CW" Silliman, 90 passed away Sunday, May 26, 2013. He was born in Ganado on Feb. 12, 1923 to the late Wayne and Lillian Gary Silliman. He was a MP in the Pacific Theater, with the 8th Army headquarters in New Guinea, Philippines and Japan. He was in charge of General Robert L. Eichelberg's escort, a man "CW" greatly admired. "CW" taught public school for 42 years, he never had a student he did not like. "CW" is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jimmie Short Silliman, his son, Bill and wife Gail Silliman, and a grandson, Case Wayne Silliman. He will be greatly missed by many. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 28 from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Ganado Funeral Home, 800 So. Third St. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 29 with Rev. Dale White and Rich Dubroc officiating at the Ganado Cemetery. Military honors will handled by Ganado American Legion Post 346. The family suggests that memorial contributions be sent to the First United Methodist Church in Ganado. Services are under the direction of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 So. Third St., 361-771-2120.
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Sr. Just before going to press this morning we learn of the passing of our friend and neighbor, one of Edna’s most beloved citizens, and one of Jackson County’s oldest native sons, Mr. Courtney S Simons (Sr.). His health began to fail about a year ago but he was able to be up and about until about two weeks ago. At this writing no definite arrangements had been made for the funeral service hour. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 24, Ed. 1 Thursday, April 25, 1946, newspaper, April 25, 1946, page 1. Funeral Rites For Mr. C.S. Simons Held Here Sunday A pall of genuine sorrow and sadness fell over Edna and Jackson County Thursday morning, May 30, when it was announced that Mr. C.S. Simmons, Sr. had passed away at his home in this city (Edna). Notwithstanding the fact that those near and dear to him realized he was afflicted with an incurable disease, the announcement of his passing was a shock and source of great sorrow, for this man had been more than a mere good citizen, and he was loved and respected as few men are in our day and time. The funeral service was held Sunday afternoon at 3:00 o’clock at the Methodist Church where a great host of friends gathered to pay their last sorrowing tribute of love. The service was conducted by his pastor, Rev. E. C. Young, assisted by Rev. L. E. Barrett of the Baptist Church and Rev. John Newton of the Presbyterian Church. Interment was made in the Edna Cemetery where rest the remains of his parents and a large number of other relatives and lifelong friends. The pallbearers were: A. C. Egg, G. E. Menefee, E. D. White, O. B. Fenner, W.W. Traylor, and H. K. Staples. The following is a brief history of the life of Mr. Simons: “Courtney Stuart Simons, Sr., oldest son of George Francis and Flora Wells Simons, and oldest and only surviving member of this family, was born July 17, 1864 at the Simons old homestead at the junction of the Lavaca and Navidad Rivers, called Egypt, Jackson County, Texas. “He was united in matrimony to Miss Sara Gertrude Laughter, oldest daughter of William Pierce and Sara Gertrude (Kerr) Laughter, and granddaughter of Major James Kerr, at the old Laughter place east of the Navidad River February 4, 1886. To this union six children were born. Those surviving are his widow, Mrs. Sara Gertrude Simons, Thomas Kerr Simons, Louis Lowe Simons, Courtney Stuart Simons, Jr., Williamson Wells Simons, Mrs. Miriam Iris Traylor. There were 13 grandchildren, one dying in infancy and one killed in World War II. Eleven living. Three great-grandchildren survive, with a host of relatives and friends of all creeds and different colors. He united with the Edna Methodist Church back in 1884, being one of the five senior members of this church. The others (joining the Edna Methodist church in 1884) being his wife, E.P. Simons, Milam T. Simons and Maurice K. Simons, all coming into the church the same year. Practically all his church life he has been a trustee of the Methodist church. His name is carved on the corner stone with the names of the other members of the board of trustees at the time this church was built in 1911.” As we stated above, that is a brief history of one of the best men this writer has ever had the pleasure of knowing, and we knew him over a period of 50 to 60 years, and we knew him intimately. “What makes men good Christians make them good citizens” and that statement was exemplified in the life of Mr. C. S. Simons. “to know how to grow old is the master work of wisdom,” and that may be true, but Mr. Simons was not an old man despite the fact he had passed the years allotted to man. His agile body and his bright mind kept him young up to almost the time he was taken. This writer will miss him dearly as a friend, but we shall also miss him as a source of information regarding the early history of our town and county. He was born during the Civil War. In his youth he heard from the lips of his parents and their friends of the early history of Jackson County. We have often marveled at his retentive memory. The high lights of the history of his native county, the date on which they occurred and the interesting details of each could be recalled by Mr. Simons as accurately as if they had been recorded in a book. And this wonderful memory was not in any manner clouded by advanced years. Mr. Simons was a remarkable man in other respects. Smut and vulgarity never fell from his lips and his friends had such high regard for his principles and feelings that they never used ugly language in his presence. However, he was by no means a prude; he was just a good man who loved the wholesome and beautiful things of life and despised the base and vulgar. Many chapters could be written about his love for his fellowman. He was truly a sociable man. He delighted in the association of his fellowman. “What do we live for, if it is not to make life less difficult for others” seems to have been an impelling force in his character. We shall all long mourn the passing of this noble character. For more than 50 years Mr. Simons operated a cotton gin in Edna, first being associated with his father-in-law, the late Mr. W.P. Laughter, under the firm name of Laughter & Simons, and after the death of Mr. Laughter, under his own name. In business circles, like ever other avenue of life, Mr. Simons was considered a man of impeccable character. Out of town relatives and friends attending Mr. C.S. Simons’ funeral in Edna Sunday were: Mr. and Mrs. F.G. McKinney, Mr. M.E. Mansell, Mr. P.M. Warlick, Mr. C.T. Woods, Mr. George F. Simons (Jr.), Mr. V.J. Rose, Houston; Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Laughter (Jr.), San Antonio, Mrs. Alma Manley and Mrs. Marion Kunz, Victoria; Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Bethea and daughters Mary Sue and Corinne, Wharton, Mr. and Mrs. Will Traylor, LaWard, Mr. and Mrs. W.K. Simons, Miss Mary Archer Simons, Austin, W.W. Simons and W.W. Simons, Jr., Bakersfield, California. Staples, H. K. 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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Mrs. Joe Simpson, 86, a former well known and highly esteemed resident of the north Edna section, passed away at her home in Liberty, Texas, Thursday, Aug. 29. The remains were brought to Edna Saturday for burial, the funeral service being held at the Edna Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m., with the pastor, Rev. L. E. Barrett, conducting the service. At the conclusion of the service, the remains were laid to rest in the Edna Cemetery besides those of her husband, who preceded her in death by twenty years. Mrs. Anne Hamilton Simpson was born January 9, 1859, in Kauffman County, Texas, a daughter of Rufus and Martha Ann Hamilton. She grew up in the pioneer days of East Texas during and immediately following the Civil War. She was united in marriage to Mr. Joe Simpson of Kaufman County in about 1880. She was converted and united with the church early in life, and was active in church work and community affairs throughout her long life. Mr. and Mrs. Simpson resided in Jackson County about twelve years, removing from the county in 1925. Mrs. Simpson was a truly good woman in every sense of the word, and during the years the family resided in the Edna section, she made many warm and lasting friends, and her passing brought sorrow to many hearts. She leaves to mourn her passing the following children: Mr. V. J. Simpson of Wellington, Texas, C. T. Simpson of Jacksonboro, Texas, Mrs. Ruth Moore of Beaumont, Texas and Miss Fay Simpson of Liberty, Texas. Also 6 grandchildren and one great grandchild. To the sorrowing children the Herald joins their other Jackson County friends in extending heartfelt sympathy. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 43, Ed. 1 Thursday, September 5, 1946, newspaper, September 5, 1946, page 1.
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Sunday at Buffalo, Texas, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. R.E. Ledbetter, Mrs. Harper Simpson, a native of Jackson County, passed away at the age of 83 years. The remains were brought to Edna Tuesday and the funeral service for this beloved lady was held at the Edna Methodist Church Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o’clock, and was conducted by Rev. E.C. Young, local Methodist pastor. Interment was made in the Edna Cemetery were her husband was laid to rest in 1940. Mrs. Harper Simpson (nee Fannie Fisher) was born at old Texana, near Edna, Feb. 2, 1863. Her mother was Mary Susan Simons of the Simons family, still prominent at Edna. Her father, the Rev. O.A. Fisher, was a Methodist preacher, and the daughter was early to know the life of the pioneer preacher’s home. She was the oldest of eleven children and grew up in a strong Christian atmosphere which influenced her life to the end. Mrs. Simpson attended the schools in the various towns where the family lived and in the early 80s she was graduated from Control Institute at San Marcos. She then taught school near Hondo where she met her future husband. They were married on Nov. 1, 1885 and lived on a sheep ranch near Eagle Pass for several years. About 1891 the family moved to Beeville, and a few years later to Edna, which was “home” for about 30 years. Mr. Simpson served as postmaster for 16 years. In 1920, Mr. and Mrs. Simpson moved to Austin where he died in 1940. For the past 3 years Mrs. Simpson had made her home with the children, and died in Buffalo (Texas). She is survived by six of the seven children. A daughter Lena (Mrs. R.O. Little) died in Houston in 1944. The other children are: Rev. Fisher Simpson, on the staff of the General Board of Education of the Methodist Church, Nashville, Tenn., Mary (Mrs. R.E. Ledbetter) Buffalo; Fannie (Mrs. John Bethea) Wharton; Sue (Mrs. H.H. Lewis) Winters; Corinne (Mrs. E.J. Compton) Texon; Emily Joyce (Mrs. H.A. Keen) Houston. There are also 18 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Surviving brothers and sisters are Thomas A. Fisher, Austin; Mrs. Gordon Laughter, Edna; Mrs. J.S. Fly, Hondo; Mrs. Murry Wentworth, Utopia; and Mrs. Rollie Harper, Marfa. Throughout her life Mrs. Simpson was actively identified with the Methodist Church. There was never a debate in the home about going to Sunday School, that was a regular activity for the whole family. All the children grew up in the church and are closely related to its work. They bear living witness to the Christian influence of their parents. The Women’s Missionary Society was the center of interest and loyalty for Mrs. Simpson to the end. She served in many ways, and her children remember her as one who did the kitchen duties for the suppers and other occasions. For many years Mrs. Simpson was identified with various phases of the work in University Church, Austin. The long life of this Christian mother will continue to wield its influence in those who come after her. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 36, Ed. 1 Thursday, July 18, 1946, newspaper, July 18, 1946, page 1.
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Louise—Charlie Clark Sims, 93, of Louise died late Wednesday in a Hallettsville hospital following a long illness. He was born March 11, 1896, in Calhoun County. Mr. Sims had been a resident of South Texas for over 80 years. He was a retired rancher. He married Rosie Lena Hassett on Jan. 3, 1917 in Edna. Graveside services only will be held at 2 p. m. Friday at the Ganado City Cemetery with the Rev. Mark Dean, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Ganado officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Ganado Funeral Home. Survivors include his wife, Rosie Lena Sims of Louise; four daughters, Frances Drucilla Grottie, Maggie Eileen Dearen, Hazel Elba Brast, all of Louise and Laura Ann Tullos of Colmeseneil; four sons, Carey Ryan Sims of Huntsville, Melvin Jackson Sims of Camp Wood, Carl Rex Sims of Woodville and Floyd Eugene Sims of Ganado; four sisters, Eunice Branscum of Bryan, Katy Rogers and Marira Tyson, both of Medina and Bessie Keating of San Antonio; two brothers, Branch Sims and Lloyd Sims, both of Louise; 24 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy Ryan and Annie Dierlam Sims; a daughter, Virginia Lucille Walker, on Sept. 27, 1986; three sisters and three brothers.
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Marion Lorraine "M. L." Sims, 91 of El Campo, went to be with the Lord after a sudden illness on April 24, 2022. He was born in Ganado, Texas, on February 15, 1931, to the late Clara Lucy Hassett Sims and Ross Clark Sims. He was preceded in death by 5 brothers; Harley Ross SIms, James Ray Sims, Norman Joe Sims, Donald Vernon Sims and Claude Noble Sims, and the love of his life, his wife Carolyn Sims. He is survived by daughters Gayla McGloughlin and Marion Diane Dudley, of Iowa son Glenn Dudley, of Iowa, and three step daughters; Ada Herman of Inez, Texas, Diane Westbrook of Round Rock, Texas, and Debbie Grover of Round Rock, Texas, niece Linda Srubar of Ganado, Texas, 17 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild. M.L. was a member of the Mount Vienna Baptist Church in Vienna, Texas. He was a faithful Christian man who loved God and believed in the power of prayer. M.L. lived most of his life in Ganado, Texas, served in the U.S. Army as a mechanic and retired as a rice farmer. M.L. had many passions in life, and foremost was his love of music. He sang gospel and played guitar in his church and formed a band together with area friends in which he sang and played the guitar as well as the banjo. He very much enjoyed "pickin and grinnin" with family and friends. He also received many requests to sing at funerals, and he never denied these requests. Along with his love of music, M.L. also enjoyed hunting and fishing. M.L. laughed and sang all of the time and when he wasn't singing he was sharing the latest jokes. This, along with his easy going attitude, is certainly what contributed to his long and healthy life. M.L. had many proud moments in life, but one of the proudest was just 7 days after his 88th birthday, when he learned that his newest great-grandchild had been named after him. Morgan Lorraine Hanselman, or "Little M.L." as he called her, brought great joy to him and kept him entertained and laughing during visits. Gramps, as he was called by most of our family, loved Easter. He was always a favorite member of the Easter Egg Hunt, up to the age of 90, he still hunted eggs with the grandchildren each year. ML lived in Prairie View Village of El Campo for 9 years where he enjoyed playing dominoes, bingo, and dining out every weekend for lunch. He made many friends and was loved by all who knew him. A special thanks to his caregiver and friends who's care and companionship meant the world to him. He loved each and everyone of you. At the request of the family, a private burial ceremony will be held at a later date.
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Gary Wayne Skalicky, age 79, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, May 31, 2021. Gary courageously fought cancer, of which there was no cure, for the last two years. In the end, he accepted that he was out of medical options but he was never out of hope. He was born in El Campo, Texas on August 16, 1941 to Rudolph and Anna (Michaelsen) Skalicky. He has lived in Ganado, Texas since he was about five years old. He graduated from Ganado High School in 1960. He began his life long career of farming rice and ranching from 1960 thru the present. He always said he studied at the Rice Field University of Rudolph Skalicky. He learned about hard work, determination, and perseverance, he learned to respect the land and had many pets and show animals. Gary met and married the love of his life Nelwyn Wilson on June 27, 1964, they made their home in Ganado. After eleven years of marriage, they welcomed a son, Michael Wayne Skalicky. He is survived by his wife, Nelwyn Wilson Skalicky and his son Michael Wayne Skalicky, daughter-in-law, Kristin Skalicky, and two granddaughters, Mikaela and Kamryn Skalicky all of Ganado. Also survived by his sisters; Gloria Damborsky of Edna, Judy Waits of Ganado, Donna Cook and brother-in-law, Jim Cook of Colorado, sisters-in-law, Lennis Smith of Wharton, Gatha Wilson of El Campo, Glenna Ferrell and brother-in-law Weldon Ferrell of East Bernard. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Gary is preceded in death by his father, Rudolph J. Skalicky, his mother, Anna Michaelsen Skalicky, his father-in-law, Herbert L. Wilson, and mother-in-law, Neva Ellison Wilson. Gary was very active in the community and served on the Board of Directors of Citizens State Bank, Chairman of FSA County Committee, Jackson County Rice Committee, President of Rice Marketing of El Campo, Director of Rice Growers of Texas, Texas Rice Improvement Association, Texas Rice Council, Jackson County Soil and Water Conservation District Board, Farm Bureau Board of Directors, Region P Water Planning Group, Cub Scout Master, Assistant Scoutmaster of Boy Scouts, Jackson County Fair, Lions Club, President and Councilman of St. James Lutheran Church. Pallbearers will be: Danny Kubecka, Dick Ottis, J.J. Schmidt, Michael Andel, Ralph Novosad, and Ray Salazar. Honorary Pallbearers will be: All of Gary's Nieces and Nephews, All Employees of S&W Farms, Mason Galow, Burr Stafford, Rodney Tegeler, Donnie Will, Ronnie Smith, Timmy Prochaska, Mike Matocha, and Bob Shoemate. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the medical staff for their loving care and going above and beyond for Gary. Dr. Mehran A Nezhad and Staff, Dr. Vinod Ravi, Sudha Yalmanchili, FNP, Dr. Jose L. Valladares and Staff, All Employees of DeTar Infusion Center, and Crown Hospice of Victoria and Staff. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contribution be sent to: St. James Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, P. O. Box 250, Ganado, TX 77962, 361-771-2461, or Crown Hospice, 1101 Salem Road Suite A, Victoria, TX 77904, 361-575-5900, or M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, P. O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210, 713-792-3450, or Donor's Choice. There will be a visitation on Thursday, June 3, 2021 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at St. James Lutheran Church, 900 S. Third St., Ganado, TX 77962. The Funeral Service will be Friday, June 4, 2021 at 10:30 am with Pastor Rosemarie Doucette officiating, followed by interment at Ganado City Cemetery. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third St. Ganado, TX 77962, 361-771-2120.
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Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Palacios Funeral Home for Herman Skarpa, 33, who met with a tragic accident Sunday morning while working for an oil company on a rig out in Matagorda Bay. Rev. Rayford B. Harris officiated and burial was in the Ganado Cemetery. While working on the rig, Mr. Skarpa apparently accidentally fell into the water. None of the men saw him fall, but they did hear his cry for help. A rope was tossed to him but he was unable to catch it and he sank. This occurred about 8 a. m., but the body was not recovered until 4 o’clock that afternoon. It was found by boats that were called out to assist in the search. Of course, it is not known whether Skarpa hurt himself as he fell or what caused him to fall. Herman Martin Skarpa was born in Jackson County May 2, 1817 [1919], the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. William Skarpa. He resided with his parents about six miles south of Ganado until about ten year ago. Surviving are his wife and child of Palacios; parents of Ganado; a sister, Mrs. Emily Heitman, of Rosenberg, and a brother, Ernest Skarpa of Palacios.
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Georgia Ann Sless, 75, of Ganado, passed away on Monday, Jan. 30, 2012. She was born Feb. 22, 1936 in Fayette County to the late George and Ida Zacek Gebert. She was a homemaker and a Methodist. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Alvin; two daughters, Shirley and husband Walt Elliott and Kathy and husband Richard Chase, all of Ganado; and brother, Franklin and wife Sheila Gebert of Cape Carancahua; grandchildren, Wendy and husband Brad Freeman, Wesley and wife Jessica Miller, Amanda Chase, and Brian Chase; great-grandchildren, Kailea and Kirsten Freeman, and Casen Miller. She is preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Mildred and Irene Gebert and brother, Leroy Gebert. Visitation was held Jan. 31 at Ganado Funeral Home. Funeral services were Feb. 1 at First Methodist Church in Ganado, with Pastors Dale White and Bernard Ritchea officiating. Interment followed at Ganado Cemetery.
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Anthony Scott Smith, 51, lovingly known to most as "Tony", passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022. Family and friends will gather for a Celebration of Life, Saturday, July 30, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Grace Funeral Home, 2401 Houston Hwy. in Victoria. Tony was born October 31, 1971, in Dallas, Texas to Tamara Mize. Tony loved following sports, travel, and most of all, spending time with his grandchildren. Tony worked for Inteplast for 23 years. Tony married Lynnette Kinnett on March 13, 1992, and they enjoyed over 30 years together watching their family grow. Tony leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Lynnette Smith; daughters, Taylor Meyer (Lucas) and Kayley Matus (Dillon); son, Collin Smith; mother, Tamara Mize; grandchildren, Weston Meyer, Teagan Meyer, and Sophie Matus; brother, Jesse Smith (Brandy); sister, Mylinda Smith; along with numerous other loving family members and friends. Thoughts and memories may be shared online at www.gracefuneralhome.net. Arrangements and services under the personal care of Grace Funeral Home.
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Mrs. William O. Smith passed away at her home three miles southwest of Ganado September 26, 1950 of a heart ailment. Her sudden passing was a shock to her loved ones and friends, as she had been going about her household duties the same as usual all day Tuesday. Some time in the night she received the summons to come home on High to her eternal rest. Mrs. Smith was born Camille Crawford, November 9, 1889, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John C. Crawford. Her mother passed away in her infancy and she was reared by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. l. Dickie. She was a talented musician and attended Coronal Institute. She was united in marriage to William O. Smith April 8, 1917. She united with the Methodist church in early childhood and rendered a half century of faithful service for her Master. She was held in high esteem by all who knew her. She possessed a wonderful personality which gained friends for her among both old and young. Her home was a sweet haven for all who entered there. She was a good neighbor, always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need, and ready to speak a word of cheer to those who were heavy hearted. The beautiful floral offering bore testimony of their love and esteem for her. The passing of Mrs. Smith brings to an end two noted families who rendered faithful service to our country as she was the last in line of the J. L. Dickie and Samuel Crawford families. She leaves her husband, loves ones, and a host of friends to mourn her untimely passing. Funeral services were held at the Ganado Methodist Church September 29, 1950, with Reverend C. M. Nyquist officiating. Interment was made in the Ganado Cemetery. The pall bearers were Messrs. Forrest Knudsen, Lifford Lancaster, Chester Spencer, James Strauss, Lukey Sanford and Alvin Ross.
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Ganado—Charles Francis Smith, 75, of Ganado, died Sunday in an Edna hospital. He was born Dec. 26, 1912, in Ganado to the late Charles Matthew and Pearl Yolanda Martin Smith. A farmer and rancher, he was a member of Ganado Masonic Lodge No. 1055. He married on Nov. 25, 1933, in Ganado. Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Tuesday at the Ganado Funeral Home Chapel, with the Reverends Mark Dean and Rick Dubroc officiating. Burial will follow in Ganado City Cemetery. Surviving are his wife, Alice Smith of Ganado; a son, Charles L. Smith of Ganado; four sisters, Gladys Bailey and Beulah Kallus, both of Sugar Land, Elsie Dyess of California and Daisy Lee Judkens of Palestine; a brother, Eugene Smith of Corpus Christi; and two grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Dick Ottis, J. O. Pruitt, Stanley Spalek, Kenneth Goff, Billy Bassham and Leonard Stiffins. Honorary Pallbearers include Joe Hafernick, Tilo Estrada, Dick Hall and Leroy Randle. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions may be made to the church or charity of the donor’s choice. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Elwood and Leon Smith.
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Charles L. Smith peacefully passed away after an extended illness on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013 at the age of 78. Charles was born in Victoria on September 8, 1934, to the late Charles F. and Alice B. Goff Smith. He attended schools in Ganado, and graduated from Ganado High School in 1952. He received a football scholarship to Victoria Junior College and loved telling stories about his playing days for the Pirates. Charles then transferred to North Texas State where he completed his football eligibility. Needing to be closer to home, he completed his college career, graduating in 1956 with a BA in Business from Sam Houston State. Charles felt the need to serve his country and served in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1959. After his time in the Army, he returned to Ganado and worked the rest of his life farming and ranching. One of his greatest joys was providing show pigs for young people in the surrounding counties. In fact, several of his pigs won blue ribbons at county fairs. Charles was an active member Ganado's First Baptist Church and served as Deacon, Chairman of Deacons, Sunday School Teacher and choir member. He also served on the Colorado and San Felipe Baptist Association Board and was Chairman of the Board for the Texas Baptist Encampment in Palacios, Texas. He loved to study his Bible and was never hesitant to tell others about what Jesus had done in his life. He was also very active in his community and served on numerous boards including the Jaycees, Jackson County Farm Bureau, Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and the Jackson County Board of Development. He was elected to serve on the Jackson Countywide Drainage District in 1995, and served in that position until his retirement. Charles received the outstanding Conservation Farmer Award from the County Soil and Water District and the Goodyear Conservation Award for accomplishment in Resource Conservation. He also served on the Jackson County Rice Advisory Committee for 19 years. He was a 32 degree Mason and served as Worshipful Master of the Ganado Lodge #1055. He was also a member of the Eastern Star and served along with his wife, Geraldine, as Worthy Patron and Worthy Matron. Charles is survived by his wife of 50 years, Geraldine Lummus Smith, his step-daughter, Bobbie Anne Stanley (husband Dr. Arthur) Munford, of Victoria, and step-daughter-in-law, Beckky Boepple Stanley, of Friendswood, Texas. He is also survived by grandchildren: Laura Munford (husband Jeff) Packard, Gary (wife Jana) Munford, Jason (wife Tracy) Munford, Matthew (wife Jennifer) Stanley and David (wife Voula) Stanley. Great-Grandchildren: Brianna Packard, Joshua Packard, Brooke Munford, Jordyn Munford, Jacob Munford, Emma Munford, Ashlyne Stanley, Pierce Stanley and Dean Stanley. He is preceded in death by his parents and step-son, Jerry Douglas Stanley. Special thanks to Care Givers, Delores Tristan, Maribell Martinez, Ninfa Hernandez, Lillie Hernanadez, Candice Hernandez, and Lillie Garza. The family will receive friends and relatives from 6~ 8 p.m. on Tuesday February 19, 2013, at the Ganado Funeral Home, 800 So. Third St. A celebration of his life and legacy will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at the Ganado First Baptist Church, with Reverend Ric Dubroc officiating. Military graveside services will follow at Ganado Cemetery under the direction of American Legion #346 Post. The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the First Baptist Church in Ganado, or Hospice of South Texas. Funeral services are under the direction of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 So. Third St. Ganado, 361-771-2120.
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Kay Adeline Coleman Smith, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at the age of 66. She was born in Ganado, Texas on November 1, 1955, to the late Willis “Bob” Keen and Emma Laughman Keen. Kay was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed. Kay is survived by her son, David Coleman (Tracey) of Edna, Texas; her daughter, Stacey Coleman of Edna, Texas; and sister, Natha Ricks of Ganado, Texas. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren Taylor, Dylan, Kaitlyn, and Savannah Coleman and Micah, Jaden, Lizzie, and Sophie Powell; and 2 great-grandchildren, Azaylea and Ilianna. She is preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Emma Keen; her husband, John Smith; sister, Maxine Ricks; and brothers, James Michael Ricks and Forrest Wylie Ricks. Pallbearers will be Micah Coleman, Chris Coleman, Carl Coleman, Jr., James Garretson, Dylan Coleman, and Brandon Coleman. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m., also in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow in Red Bluff Cemetery in Lolita, Texas. Pastor Aaron Glaeske will be officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
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Sally Marie Smithwick, 65, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 15, 2021. She was met in Heaven by the love of her life, Frank Smithwick, Sr. Sally was the eldest daughter of Dionico Tristan, Sr. and Louis Huerta, born in Ganado on Sunday, April 29, 1956. Sally was a dedicated employee at El Campo Memorial Hospital for over two decades. She had a big heart and lots of compassion that helped her serve patients. She really enjoyed being able to help people in her profession. Sally loved and lived for her family. One of her favorite ways to spend time was to be with her family. She had many hobbies that she enjoyed and passed them on to her children and grandchildren. Using her green thumb, she loved tending to her flower and vegetable gardens with her sons and grandchildren. She loved to read her wide collection of books. She also enjoyed spending time shopping with her daughter and having their "girl time". For anyone that knew Sally, you knew what a gentle, kind hearted person she was. She spread her love and compassion to those around her. She was always there to listen, to lend her ears, her arms and always her love, or her home to those who needed it. She had a heart of gold and a love that was never ending. We will always love and remember her fondly. Her love will continue to live through her family. Sally has been preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Frank Smithwick, Sr. Sally married her longtime friend and love on March 31, 1973, and from there they built their life together. She is survived by her nine brothers, and six sisters, four sons, one daughter, nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Sons; Frank Smithwick, Jr., Christopher Smithwick, Sr., and wife Lorena, Timothy Smithwick, and wife Patricia, Mark Smithwick, Sr. and wife Jessica. Daughter; Sabrina Valenzuela and husband Octavio. Grandchildren; Melissa Anderson and husband Kirk, C.J. Smithwick, Jr., Andrea Palomino and husband Clay Gonzales, Sr., Brianna Smithwick, Samantha Smithwick, Madilyn Valenzuela, Mark Smithwick, Jr., Bayley Smithwick and Katalina Smithwick. Great-grandchildren; Clay Gonzales, Jr., Liana Anderson, Alina Gonzales, and Ava Gonzales. Honorary Pallbearers will be; C.J. Smithwick, Mark Smithwick, Jr., Octavio Valenzuela, Kirk Anderson, Clay Gonzales, Sr., and Clay Gonzales, Jr. Visitation and Memorial Services will be held at Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third St. Ganado, TX 77962 on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 361-771-2120.
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Just before closing the forms of the Herald this afternoon we learned of the death of Mrs. J.R. Sowders, who passed away suddenly while visiting in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wood Kone, in San Marcos. No particulars of her death are available as we go to press. Mrs. Sowders is the mother of Commissioner Jack Gillespie of the Edna section, and was one of the most highly esteemed and popular ladies of this section. A more suitable mention of her life and death will be made in our next issue. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 20, Ed. 1 Thursday, March 28, 1946, newspaper, March 28, 1946, page 2. Lena Rebecca Swinnea Sowders As was briefly mentioned in these columns last week, Mrs. Lena Sowders, a beloved and highly esteemed resident of the north Edna section, passed away at 8:00 a.m., March 28th, 1946 of a heart attack at the home of her son-in-law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Woods Kone at San Marcos, Texas. Lena Rebecca Swinnea was born April 26, 1873, near Marlin, Texas, Falls County. Her parents were Samuel and Mary Swinnea, pioneer citizens of that community who moved to Texas soon after the Civil War. She married Thomas Jefferson Gillespie of that place, and from this union three children were born, a baby who died in infancy, Estelle and John Gillespie. Later Mr. Gillespie died when the children were small. Following this, six years later, Mrs. Gillespie married Robert Sowders of Kosse, Texas, and the family moved to Edna thirty-four years ago to buy a farm five miles above Edna, known as the Sowders Community, which was named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Sowders. Mrs. Sowders organized the first social Club in Jackson County for the benefit of the farm women, which was later taken into the Home Demonstration organization, and she was active in this club until her death. Mrs. Sowders was a member of the Methodist Church since early girlhood, and her abiding faith, her willingness to be always helpful, her most generous spirit were a few of her worthy attributes. Mr. Sowders preceded her in death twelve years. Mrs. Sowders was carried overland by friends from San Marcos to Blue Ridge and buried by her former husband, Mr. Gillespie. The funeral service was held in the church near the community grave yard. Out-of-town friends and relatives attending the funeral include: From Edna, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Gillespie and Mr. and Mrs. Cub Woodland and children, from San Marcos, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Storey, Mr. and Mrs. Woods B. Smith, Mrs. Eula Calvert, Mrs. Ola Smith, Mrs. Florence Joiner, Miss Florence Kone, Mrs. Bert Miller; from Kerrville, Mrs. P.R. Douglas and children. The loved ones left to mourn her passing are Mr. and Mrs. Jack Gillespie of Edna and Mr. and Mrs. Woods Kone of San Marcos; grandchildren, First Lieut. Robert M. Kone of New Delhi, India; Lt (J.G.) Woods Kone, Jr. of Okinawa, and Merry Miller, who is teaching in Virginia; two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Woodland and Mrs. F.A. Tate, and three brothers, Messrs. Hiram, Sam and Ross Swinnea. The Herald joins the other friends of the bereaved family in extending heartfelt sympathy. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 21, Ed. 1 Thursday, April 4, 1946, newspaper, April 4, 1946, page 1.
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Debra Sue Gregory Speer passed away in her home on May 30, 2021. Debra was born on June 12, 1957 in Yoakum, Texas to the late Lonnie and Ruby Gregory. Debra married her husband Chuck in 1991 and together they have 4 sons. She was an immaculate homemaker and took great pride of living on and maintaining her family’s homeplace. Debra will be fondly remembered as a very generous and giving person, always taking care of anyone in need, especially family. She was passionate when it came to animals, domestic and wild, making her an avid animal lover. Debra is survived by her husband of 30 years, Chuck; sons, James Cunningham, Matt Speer (Emily), Kyle Speer (Sarah), and Derek Speer (Brittany); sisters, Modelle Foxell and Janice Wyman. Also, her little Chihuahua, Susie, who was always by her side. Debra is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Wayne Gregory, Bobby Gregory, and Carl Klimitchek; and sisters, Hazel Anderson and Patsy Budd. Pallbearers will be Derek Speer, Matt Speer, Kyle Speer, Jacob Hastings, Ace Gonzales, and Cody Gregory. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 6, 2021, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 7, 2021, at 10:00 am, also in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow in Salem Cemetery in Ezzell, Texas. Pastor Larry Green will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Debra’s name may be made to Hospice of South Texas, 605 E. Locust Ave., Victoria, Texas 77901 or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
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Audrey Kay Siecko Sprague formerly of Edna, currently of Leander, Texas, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She left this world suddenly and went to be with the Lord on her 67th birthday; Saturday, August 27th 2022 in Leander, Texas, where she lived for the past six years. Audrey was born to the late Halton and Mary Kutchka Siecko on Saturday, August 27, 1955 in Yoakum, Texas. After graduating from Yoakum High School, Audrey studied nursing and married the love of her life Hardy Sprague, whom she met while at the Bluebonnet Youth Ranch. Together they were married 47 years and had three children and 9 grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Hardy Sprague and their children, Sarah Tupa and her husband Christopher, Andrew Sprague and his wife Jessica, and Aaron Sprague; her grandchildren; Colton Sprague, Kyle Sprague, Katelyn Sprague, Karleigh Sprague, Ariana Tupa, Rylan Tupa, T J Lozano, Alana Lozano and McKenzie Lewis; her siblings, Arthur Ray Siecko and his wife Diane, Sandra Patterson and Elaine James and her husband David, Michael Siecko; countless nieces, nephews, and cousins; she is preceded in death by her parents and sister Bonnie Siecko. Audrey spent her life tending to and taking care of the needs of her many hospice patients and their families. She was known as an angel in her chosen field, and her smile would light up any room. It takes a very special person to care for others in their worst time of need and she had a special gift for it. In her free time, she loved to go RV camping, working in the yard with all her many beautiful plants and fishing. Audrey could out fish us all, any day. She will be forever missed by all who knew her and loved her. Pallbearers will be; David James, Kody Salles, Christopher Tupa, Jesse James, Skylar James, and Jayden James. Visitation and Funeral Services will be Thursday, September 1, 2022 at the Morales Baptist Church, 239 County Road 2831, Edna, TX. Visitation will be at 2:00 pm, followed by the Funeral Service at 3:00 pm; interment will follow at Speaks Cemetery. Services have been entrusted with Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna, TX 77957, 361-782-2152.
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Leonard Spree, 59 of Houston, formerly of Edna, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, in Houston, Texas. He was born on October 17, 1962, in Edna, Jackson County, Texas to Homer and Lola Spree. Leonard is survived by his wife, Lisa Spree, daughters, Shanna Griffin and her husband Bryce, and Ashley Vaughan and her husband Wayne, and his mother Lola Spree, also his brother Delton Spree and his wife Jewel. There will be a visitation on Saturday, March 5, 2022, beginning at 1:00 pm, with Funeral Services beginning at 2:00 pm at Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Andy Schroer officiating. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens in Edna. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna, TX 77957, 361-782-2152.
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Marsha Renee Spree, 67, of Edna, passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. Marsha was born on Thursday, April 8, 1954, in Jackson County to Homer Walter Spree and Lola Rae Southers Spree. Marsha is survived by her mother, Lola Rae Spree, and brothers, Delton Spree and his wife Jewell, and Leonard Spree, and his wife Lisa. She has been preceded in death by her father, Homer Walter Spree, also her grandparents, Elmer and Bessie Spree. There will be a visitation on Saturday, February 12, 2022, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, followed by a Funeral Service at 10:00 am at Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Andy Schroer officiating. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna, Texas 77957, 361-782-2152.
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Jessica Ann Spring, was born on Tuesday, January 5, 1981 in Victoria Texas to Kim Spring and Paula Cranek, at the very young age of 40 she went to be with her Lord on Saturday, October 16, 2021 after a hard fought battle with cancer. She never gave up, but the cancer proved to be too tough for our tough little girl, so the good Lord called her home. Jessica grew up in Edna, she was an athlete through and through. Softball was her life, however, any sport would work. Her love for Texas State Softball and Coach Woodard was never ending. She coached select softball for years in Austin helping to send many of her players on to college with scholarships. Jessica never met a stranger, anyone who knew her knew this. She took life head on, afraid of nothing. Her heart was as big as the state of Texas, as was her love for her family. Jessica is survived by her spouse, Desiree and their three children, Aidyn, Kendyl and Dillon, her parents, Paula and Lester Cranek, Kim and Debbie Spring, her siblings; John, Sammy, Samantha, Lindsey Beth, Kelly, Kara, Kristen, Leslee, Kyle and Karl, as well as eight nephews, nine nieces and four great-nephews. Jessica loved each and everyone. There will be a Visitation on Saturday, October 23rd beginning at 9:30 am, followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 am at the Edna High School Auditorium at 1303 W. Gayle St., Edna, TX 77957. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be made to The Jessica Spring Memorial Scholarship Fund, C/O Edna High School 1303 W. Gayle St. Edna, TX 77957 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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Don Lee “Donnie” Srubar was born August 30, 1952 in Ganado, TX to the late C.G. Srubar and Josephine Koudelka Srubar. He passed away on May 31, 2022 after a tragic farm-related accident.
He is survived by
his devoted wife of 47 years, Linda Sims Srubar, daughters
Shelly Humphrey (husband Mark) and Cassie Srubar,
grand-daughters Shelby, Lauren and Sydney, great-grandchild
expected this December, brother Glenn Srubar and sisters Carolyn
Orsak and Connie Drake. He was proceeded in death by his parents
and sister Geraldine Taylor.
Donnie, a life-long
resident of Ganado, was a rice farmer for the past 49 years. He
graduated from Ganado High School and Wharton County Junior
College. He spent many of his younger years hunting in South
Texas and Mexico, a hobby he enjoyed very much. He loved his
rice fields and his barn where he spent many afternoons with an
ice cold beer surrounded by family and friends.
He was witty, funny
(with a touch of sarcasm) but most importantly he had a big
forgiving heart. He knew no strangers and never said no to those
in need. He adored and doted on his three granddaughters. He
will be greatly missed by many.
An informal
celebration of life will be held on Saturday June 4, beginning
at 4 p.m. at the Srubar barn located at 132 County Road 259 in
Ganado. Refreshments and BBQ will be served.
Jackson County
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June 8, 2022 |
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Mr. Louis Srubar, age 84 years and 1 month, died at the home of his son, Mr. Charles Srubar in Edna Tuesday. Funeral services were held at the Hevelka Funeral Home in this city (Edna) Wednesday afternoon with Rev. D.M. Buckley pastor of the Catholic Church, officiating. Interment was made in the Edna Cemetery. Mr. Srubar was a native of the Old Country, but had resided in America for many years, and had been a resident of Jackson County for nine years. He is survived by his wife, one son, Charles, and several daughters. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 18, Ed. 1 Thursday, March 14, 1946, newspaper, March 14, 1946, page 1. Funeral services were held for Mr. LOUIS SRUBAR at the Hevelka Funeral Home in Edna on March 13th at 2:00 o’clock with Father D.M. Buckley officiating. Interment took place in the Edna Cemetery. Louis Srubar Mr. Srubar was born in Czechoslovakia on April 3, 1861. He lived to be 84 years, 11 months and 12 days. He came to America in 1868, with his parents, as a seven year old boy, making Amansville, Texas, their home. On February 28, 1891 he was united in marriage to Mary Kristof of Caldwell, Texas. This union was blessed with two children, Mary and Charles. The daughter preceded her father in death at a young age, seventeen years ago. He passed away on March 12 at 9:00 o’clock in the morning after three years of lingering illness, being bed ridden during this time. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Srubar, one son Charles Srubar, five grandchildren, Miss Elvis Srubar, Mrs. Orvis Whitstine, Miss Charlene Srubar of Edna; TSgt. Martin Dragac of Port Lavaca, Mrs. E. R. Vann of Savannah Okla. He made his home with his son, Charles in Edna. Pallbearers were TSgt. Martin Drgac, Orvis Whitstine, Charles Kristof, Joe Kristof, Theodore Charbula, SSgt. Allen Drgac, John Kovar and Will Kovar. Out-of-town person attending the funeral of Mr. Louis Srubar were: TSgt and Mrs. Martin Drgac and SSgt. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Drgac of Port Lavaca, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kristof, Mr. Joe Kristof and Mr. Edwin Kristof of Caldwell, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Charbula and son, Emil, Mr. John Holly, Mr. and Mrs. John Kovar and Mr. and Mrs. Will Kovar and daughter of Inez. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 19, Ed. 1 Thursday, March 21, 1946, newspaper, March 21, 1946, page 1.
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Alice Zajicek Staff, 89 of Ganado passed away on Wednesday,
March 2, 2022. Alice was born on Tuesday, August 2, 1932, in New
Sutherland Community in Jackson County to Willie and Agnes
Jendry Zajicek, she attended New Sutherland school and graduated
from Ganado High School in 1949, she attended Wharton County
Junior College. She was employed in the medical
field throughout her career, she worked in hospitals, clinics
and nursing homes for many years. Services will begin on Saturday, March 5, 2022, with visitation from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, Rosary being recited at 9:30 am followed by Funeral Mass at 10:00 am at Assumption Catholic Church with Father Clem Quaindo officiating. Interment will follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Ganado. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 S. Third Street, Ganado, TX 77962, 361-771-2120.
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Ill for two weeks, John A. Staggs, 71, died at 3:10 a.m. today at his home, 1049 16th street. He retired from Texas Company employment in 1939 after about 25 years of service. A native of Maury county, Tennessee, he came to Port Arthur 22 years ago. He was a member of the memorial Baptist Church. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Wednesday in Grammer’s chapel, the Rev. S.W. Cowels officiated. Burial was in Greenlawn cemetery. Seven sons were pallbearers. Surviving are his wife, Mary; two daughters, Mrs. C.T. Hadkins of Port Arthur and Mrs. Joe Spears of Houston; the sons, Jack, Albert, H.H., George and Ollie Staggs of Port Arthur, E.J. Staggs of San Antonio, and William Staggs of Edna; and eight grandchildren-Port Arthur News, January 27. Mr. Staggs, father of our fellow townsman, Bill Staggs, had visited in his son’s home at different times and will be remembered by many of our people. The Herald, in common with other friends of the family extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 36, No. 46, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 5, 1942, newspaper, February 5, 1942, page 1.
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Ganado—Kathryn Elizabeth Stahala, 90, of Ganado, died at 5:35 a. m. Tuesday in a Victoria hospital following a long illness. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 3 p. m. at the Ganado Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Barbara R. Galloway-Edgar officiating. Burial will follow in Ganado City Cemetery. Mrs. Stahala was born April 24, 1899, in Newtonia, Mo., to the late Homer and Ida Nethery Russell. In 1936, she moved to Ganado where she was a homemaker and manager of the Ganado Movie Theater from 1943 – 1973. She was also a member of the First United Methodist Church. Survivors include two daughters, LaVerne Stienke of Garwood and Betty Bryan of Ganado; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Harper Stahala in February 1942, a daughter, Ida Stahala Ryan, and a son, Richard H. Stahala Jr. Pallbearers will be Alvin Svoboda, Jerry Bryan II, W. N. Corrigan, Ralph and Roger Stienke, Del Labay, Bobby Von De Rau, and Bill Bryan.
Victoria Advocate, Wednesday, June 7,
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Wednesday morning, December 17, at 3:00 o’clock DENNIS STAPLES, a native of Jackson County, passed away at the Hermann Hospital in Houston after an illness of nearly a year. The remains were brought to Edna for interment. The funeral service was held this morning at 10:30 at the Hevelka Funeral Home. The service was conducted by Rev. C. I. KELLY, pastor of the Edna Presbyterian Church, who was assisted by Dr. R.A. MCCURDY, Goliad Presbyterian pastor, Rev. J.C. YOUNG pastor of the Edna Methodist Church, and Rev. SAM HILL, pastor of the Victoria Presbyterian Church. There was also a brief American Legion burial service which was concluded with taps. The pallbearers were: GEORGE CLEMENT, DAVENPORT WHITE and BLAKE HENSLEY of Edna. Mr. MIZZEL of Fort Worth and DOYLE and JEFF WALDRON of Victoria. Edna Weekly Herald, Vol. No. 38, No. 39; Edna, Jackson County, Texas, Thursday, December 18th, 1941; H.K. Staples, Editor and Proprietor, Page 1.
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Kathy Jean Steele, 61 of Edna, passed away on Friday, January 28, 2022. Kathy was born on December 22, 1960, in Ganado, Jackson County to Leonard and Maggie Damborsky. She has been survived by her children, Morgan Jean Smithwick, of Edna, Texas, and Joe and Beverly Smithwick of Huntley, Illinois. Also survived by her six grandchildren, Mallory Mixon, Zaine Smithwick, Maggie Jean Mixon, Ava Lee Smithwick, Elsie Smithwick, and John Terrell Mixon, IV. Kathy has been preceded in death by her parents, Maggie Jean Damborsky and Leonard Ray Damborsky, also her husband, Anthony Steele. There will be a Celebration of Life Service on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, beginning at 2:00 pm at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Larry Green officiating. 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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Franklin Eugene Storz, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at the age of 88. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 12, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service to begin at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, also in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Burial following in the Red Bluff Cemetery in Lolita. Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
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Patsy Keith Storz, 74, of Edna Texas, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 10, 2021. Patsy was born on Monday, February 10, 1947 to Willard T. Keith and Vera Lee Frenzel Keith in Edna, Texas. She moved with her family to Inez, Texas in 1960, where she graduated from Industrial High School in Vanderbilt in 1965 and then from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor Degree in Home Economics. Patsy married David G. Storz in 1967 and they were blessed with their son David “Dave” Storz (Jennifer) and Genna Storz Tucker (Andy). She cherished her grandchildren; Josef Storz, Willa Tucker, Zarra Tucker, and Rhonan Tucker. Patsy taught Home Economics at Industrial High School for over forty years. After being diagnosed with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) in 2013, she moved from her home in Vanderbilt to Edna, in 2014. Patsy was a member of First United Methodist Church of Edna, Delta Kappa Gamma Society and Jackson County Retired Personnel. She was an active member of these organizations and served them in leadership capacities. In addition to her son, daughter and grandchildren, Patsy is survived by her brother; Bobby G. Keith (Judy) and sister; Linda Heller (Richard) and many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, and great-grand-nieces, and nephews. Patsy has been preceded in death by her parents and her former husband. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home of Edna. A funeral service will be held at First United Methodist Church of Edna at 10:30 am on Thursday, October 14, with a visitation to precede the service from 9:30 to 10:30. Interment will immediately follow at Memory Gardens of Victoria. Pallbearers are Patsy’s nephews; Bobby Wayne Keith, Johnathan Martin, Keith Martin, Ryan Heller, Brad Schroeder and Kyle Schroeder. Honorary pallbearers are Sandy Rodriguez and Amanda Schroeder. The family would like to thank the caregivers of Home Instead, especially Francisca Pena and Monica Valenzuela who provided exceptional care for her since she was diagnosed with PSP, as well as the caregivers of Texas Home Health Hospice, and the doctors who assisted with the treatment of PSP. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be sent to FUMC of Edna, (P. O. Box 790, Edna, TX 77957) or the PSP Foundation (pspcbdfoundation.org) to make a donation.
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Funeral services were held for Fred E. Strauss in Seguin Thursday, June 7, at 1:30 p. m. in Emanuel Lutheran Church with his pastor conducting the service. The body was then brought to Ganado with interment in the Ganado Cemetery. Pallbearers were his five brothers, a nephew, James P. Strauss of Stillwell, Oklahoma, Marcus Mauritz, and John Fenner of Beeville. Mr. Strauss had been ill just one day, and did not think it serious. He died at his home in Seguin about 5 a. m. June 5. Fred was born in Ganado, the youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. N. Strauss. He finished the local high school and then attended Allen Academy and A. & M. He moved to Seguin in 1833 [1933] where he was agent for the Texas Co. In December, 1934, he was united in marriage to Miss Gladys Mauritz. Besides his widow, he is survived by two children, Ty and Sallie; five brothers: Mike, Albert and Jim of Ganado, Frank of Stillwell, Okla., and Joe of Madisonville; three sisters, Mary and Viva of Los Angeles, Calif., and Mrs. Rose Roscoe of Covina, Calif., and a number of nieces and nephews.
Edna Herald,
June 14, 1951 |
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Mr. Harry Sunter, a former well known Edna resident, passed away Friday, February 8th, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Nellie Gaines, of Hillsboro, Ind., after an illness of several years. The remains were taken to his old home town, Council Grove, Kans., where they were laid to rest Monday. Mr. SUNTER was born in Liverpool, England, February 9th, hence was 82 years of age when he died. He came to America when 19 years of age, and a short time later returned to England to marry his boyhood sweetheart, Miss Ellen Birkbeck. The young couple immediately returned to America, settling in Kansas. About seventeen years ago Mr. and Mrs. SUNTER moved from Council Grove, Kansas, to Edna to make their home with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. S.D. Scott. Mr. SUNTER soon bought a farm and ranch on the Navidad River east of Edna which he operated until his health failed. Mrs. SUNTER passed away November 1, 1938. Mr. SUNTER is survived by the following children: Mr. James Sunter of Kansas City, Kansas, Mrs. Nellie Gaines of Hillsboro., Ind., Mrs. S.D. Scott of Edna, Mrs. Birdie Metcalf of Cole Camp, Mo., and Thomas Sunter of Council Grove, Kansas. The Herald joins the other friends of the family in extending sympathy in their sorrow. Staples, H. K. Edna Weekly Herald (Edna, Tex.), Vol. 39, No. 14, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 14, 1946, newspaper, February 14, 1946, page 1.
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Rev. E. E. Reeves, Methodist minister, officiated and burial was in the Ganado Cemetery. Mr. Swenson was born January 10, 1916. He was a graduate of the University of Texas with a degree in petroleum engineering. He had been associated with the Oil and Gas Division of the Railroad Commission. For the last year and a half he had made his home in Ganado. Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Swenson of Ganado; two brothers, Carl Swenson of Ganado and A. W. Swenson of Wichita Falls; a sister, Harry Maurine Swenson of Houston, Sally Swenson, niece, and Carl Swenson, nephew, reside at Ganado. Mauritz Swenson was a nephew of Mayor and Mrs. Harry Mauritz of Edna. Edna Herald, July 17, 1958 |
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