Ashby Cemetery Pictures

Ashby Cemetery Pictures

James Henry Nicholson

J. H. Nicholson

The Ashby community and surrounding vicinity were called upon to mourn in common sympathy last week when the death of Grandpa J. H. Nicholson was announced. While his death was not expected, nevertheless it caused a deep sorrow over the while community, for he was one of the old residents here, a thoroughly beloved, good, Christian man, whose good words of encouragement were always cherished by those with whom he came in contact. He was 77 years old and leaves an aged wife, five sons and one daughter and a number of grandchildren to mourn his loss. All the five sons and daughter were present at the funeral. His daughter, Mrs. Robertson, had been taking care of him in his last sickness. A large concourse of neighbors and friends attended the funeral. The remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Ashby. As man counts time, his years were full and running over and were replete with good deeds and acts of loving kindness; but as God measures space, he has just begun the life of everlasting joy and bliss, the heritage of all who love God and keep His commandments. To all the kind and loving friends who assisted in the last sickness, death and burial of the good husband, father and grandfather, the family requests the Beacon to extend their profound thanks.

Palacios Beacon, October 26, 1923

Josephine Nicholson

Ashby

Mrs. Josephine Nicholson passed away at Premont last Tuesday night at the home of her son, Tom Nicholson. The body was shipped over the B. & M. Wednesday and was laid to rest in the Ashby cemetery Thursday afternoon at three o'clock with Rev. George Gillespie officiating. Mrs. Nicholson was 84 years of age and the mother of twelve children, nine of them having passed on before her. Her husband also having gone to his reward before her.

She leaves two sons and one daughter to mourn her loss, Tom Nicholson of Premont, Joe Nicholson of Crockett, and Mrs. Lucy Robertson of Ashby, besides several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Matagorda County Tribune, December 17, 1936

Julius J. Nicholson

Mr. J. J. Nicholson, who died at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. S. Landers, near Ashby, Wednesday night, was buried in the Ashby Cemetery yesterday afternoon at 3:30 with Rev. A. J. McCary conducting the religious services. Mr. Nicholson was 84 years, 7 months and 17 days old, and had been a member of the Methodist Church for 60 years. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Walker-Matchett.

Newspaper unknown, February 23, 1933

Katy Ella Nicholson

Jack B. Oldham
April 29, 1926 - June 25, 2015

Jack B. Oldham went to be with his Lord on Thursday, June 25, 2015.

He was the son of Thomas and Iva Oldham, born in Nome, Texas, on April 29, 1926, and grew up in Houston and surrounding areas. Jack served in the U.S. Marine Corp during World War II from January, 1944 to May 1946. He fought in the battle of Okinawa as a demolition specialist. He also served in China during the time of the Japanese surrender.

After receiving an honorable discharge, Jack attended the University of Houston, where he earned a degree in geology. He worked for many years in the U.S. oil and gas industry in both Colorado and Texas. Jack was married to Marian E. Henson on June 18, 1960, in Houston. There were no children from this union, either natural or adoptive. He was a man of many talents. He built two of their homes and could repair almost anything. He loved gardening and enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating. He always had a happy, positive outlook. He was a dedicated Christian with a strong belief in an almighty God. He is now united with his Lord and Savior.

Jack was predeceased by his wife, Marion (Pat); his parents; and brothers, Jay, Gene and Arley Oldham.

He is survived by a brother, Peter Allen Oldham Kotz; a number of brothers-in-law; sisters-in-law; and by many nieces and nephews.

The family received friends and relatives from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., Sunday, June 28, 2015, at the funeral home.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Monday, June 29, 2015, at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, with the Rev. Louis Rush officiating.

Pallbearers were Keith Henson, Kevin Henson, Luke Lucas, Craig Henson, Nicholas Bigelow and Jerrett Bigelow.

Interment followed at Ashby Cemetery, near El Maton, Texas.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net.

Arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.

Bay City Tribune, July 1, 2015 Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise

Marion "Pat" Henson Oldham
(September 14, 1927 - March 21, 2014)

Marion Evelyn (Pat Henson) Oldham was born September 14, 1927 in Palacios, TX to the late James William Henson and Bethel Saloma Hebel Henson and passed away March 21, 2014 at her home. She worked as a secretary at Alcoa for many years.

She was preceded in death by her eldest brother Arthur William Henson. Survivors include her husband of 53 years Jack B. Oldham; brothers Irvin W. Henson and Jimmy Howard Henson and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends and relative from 10AM until Noon Monday, March 24, 2014 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Monday at the funeral home with Rev. Louis Rush officiating. Interment will be at Ashby Cemetery followed by a reception at her family home. Her nephews will serve as pallbearers.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home

Carl D. Payne

Carrol [Carl] Dudley [Duddley] Payne, a resident of Palacios for two years, died at his home, Sunday, Jan. 23, 1938, at 2:10 p. m. at the age of 57 years, 1 month, and 10 days.

Mr. Payne was born Dec. 3, 1880 at Liberty Hill, Texas where he lived some time. Before Mr. Payne's illness he was a stationary engineer by profession.

Funeral services were conducted from the Brandon-Duffy Funeral Home at 2:00 o'clock Monday afternoon with Brother C. E. Metcalfe of the Church of Christ officiating.

Interment was made at Ashby Cemetery at 3:30 p. m. under the direction of the Brandon-Duffy Funeral Home.

Mr. Payne is survived by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Payne, and three sons.

Palacios Beacon, January 27, 1938

Eliza J. Avery Pelton

Stella Pratt

Funeral services for Mrs. Stella Pratt, who died at home in Phoenix, Ariz., Jan. 31, were held at Ashby cemetery Wednesday at 1:30 p. m., conducted by Rev. Carroll B. Ray, pastor of the First Baptist Church, of this city. The deceased was born Dec. 1, 1878, and was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Terry, pioneer Matagorda County citizens. She had made her home in Arizona a number of years.

Palacios Beacon, February 5, 1931

Mary Beatrice Purnell
(November 26, 1925 - October 9, 2007)

Mary Beatrice Purnell, 81, of El Maton passed away October 9, 2007. She was born November 26, 1925 in Beaumont, Texas to the late George Dewey Froust and Minnie Jewel Roper Froust. She was a retired accounts payable clerk and volunteered with the Women’s Pregnancy Center in Bay City.

She is survived by her husband Albert S. Purnell of El Maton; daughters Debbie Thedford of Houston, Mary Kathey Turley of Roundup, Montana and Donna Sue Feaster of W. Richland, WA; step-children Sidney Purnell of Marshall, TX, Timmy Purnell of Houston, George Alan Murray of El Maton and Joseph Hoegerl of Fairbanks, Alaska; seventeen grandchildren and twenty six great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother William Thomas Froust and step-children Charles Purnell, Brenda Purnell, Mike Purnell and Donny Purnell.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5PM to 7PM Friday at the funeral home. Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Saturday, October 13, 2007 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Rev. Tom Morgan officiating. Interment will follow at Ashby Cemetery near El Maton. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City. 979-245-4613.

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Created Sep. 5, 2010	Updated May 24, 2016

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