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Funeral services for Ernest Howard Allcorn, 50, a retired navy man, were held in Houston Tuesday with Houston American Legion Post 52 in charge of the military services and burial at Matagorda with Bay City American Legion Post 593 in charge. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Bess Allcorn, Houston; two sisters, Mrs. Lionel Partain, Austin, and Mrs. John Grubb, Norfolk, Va.; a brother, H. P. Allcorn, and his mother, Mrs. J. B. Allcorn, both of Georgetown. Daily Tribune?, July 29, 1948
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Dr. Charles A. Allen, noted vocational educator, died in San Antonio, Wednesday, July 6th. Dr. Allen will be brought to Matagorda where funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Louis Goodrich, at the Christ Episcopal Church. Interment will be in Matagorda Cemetery at 10:30 Friday morning. One of the early leaders in the field of vocational education, Dr. Allen was referred to as the “father of Vocational Education,” by the March 1933 issue of the American Magazine. He established the first evening trade school in the United States, was author and co-author of 14 books on vocational education. During the war, he was in charge of the personnel of the Emergency Fleet Corporation at which time the men of the service designated his as “Skipper.” He was presented a life membership in the American Vocational Association. Dr. Allen is survived by his wife, Mrs. Arda Talbot Raht Allen. Daily Tribune, July, 1938 Dr. Charles Ricketson Allen Friday at ten-thirty a. m., the remains of Dr. Charles Ricketson Allen of San Antonio, were interred in the Matagorda Cemetery. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Arda Talbot Allen, who was born and reared in Matagorda County. Mrs. Allen’s many, many friends in this county sympathize with her in her great loss. Daily Tribune, July 14, 1938 Vocational Education Father, Dr. Charles R. Allen, Dead Dr. Charles Ricketson Allen, 75, known as “the father of vocational education in America,” honorary life president of the Association of Vocational Teachers, and, for the past year, an instructor in education at St. Mary’s University, died at 11 p. m. Wednesday in Santa Rosa Hospital. Dr. Allen was stricken with a sudden heart attack Monday, following his return with his family from a trip to Dayton Beach, Fla. Funeral services were held Thursday at 7 p. m. in St. Mark’s Episcopal Church with Rev A. R. McKinstry, rector, officiating. He was buried at Matagorda, in the family burial plot of his wife’s parents. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Arda Talbot Raht Allen, who met him when both were instructors in vocational education during summer session at Colorado State College, Fort Collins, Colo. He is also survived by a step-son, Graham Raht. The educator joined the staff of St. Mary’s University last September as an instructor in education… Daily Tribune, July 15, 1938
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William Clifford Allen William Clifford Allen was born on Matagorda peninsula, Matagorda County, January 15, 1872. He was reared in this section and practically all his life has been spent in and around Matagorda. He had relatives and many warm friends here who regret his passing. He was a friend to all and enemy to none. For most of his life he has been a cripple and for several years has been in wretched health. All that could be was done for him, but as he was subject to extremely high blood pressure, his life went out from a paralytic stroke Monday, Sept. 27. Surviving him are one sister, Mrs. Mamie Klein of Bay City; three nieces, daughters of Mrs. Klein; three aunts, Mesdames J. S. Gillette of Bay City, A. E. Baxter and B. A. Ryman, Matagorda; two uncles, W. C. Williams of Palacios and J. F. Williams, Matagorda, and quite a few cousins here and elsewhere. The body was prepared for burial by A. E. Duffy undertakers and placed in the Methodist Church where relatives and friends gathered for the funeral rites that were conducted by Rev. S. H. Innes. From there the casket was borne to the cemetery, followed by many cars and there the tired body was laid to rest beside three half-brothers, Manny Kilbride, Henry and Eugene Eidlebach. Many beautiful floral offerings covered the newly made mound and now another scion of Matagorda pioneers has gone the way of all the earth. “Up to the beautiful mansions above, safe in the arms of His infinite love” one by one “God’s children are gathering home.”
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Graveside services for Mr. Leroy Amey, 76, of Houston, were held Tuesday, June 4, at 1 p. m., at Matagorda Cemetery in Matagorda, with Rev. Michael W. Gipson officiating, and with military honors. Amey, a former resident of Bay City, was born in Ashwood, Texas, Monday, Sept. 22, 1919, to Alfred Amey and Joella Miller Amey, and died Friday, May 31, 1996, at UTMB Hospital in Galveston. He was a World War II veteran, where he received the EAME Service Ribbon, the Good Conduct Medal, and four Bronze Service Stars. Survivors include his wife, Helen Austin Amey of Houston, and two brothers, and sisters-in-law, Roy Lester (& Jessie Mae) Amey, and Thomas E. (& Melissa) Amey, all of Bay City. Also a host of nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives and a family of many friends which include the congregation of Payne Chapel A. M. E. Church in Houston where he was a member. Beside his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters, Louvella Amey, Ester Mae Amey, Queen Ester Amey, Ora L. Foster, and Anita Brewer and two brothers, Sylvester Amey and R. J. Amey. Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home in Bay City. Daily Tribune, June 4, 1996
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Edwin Carl Anderson, of Matagorda, TX, passed away October 28, 2011 after a long, full life. He was born November 20, 1920 in Bay City to the late Edwin Calhoun and Mary Dwyer Anderson. In his own words, he preferred to be remembered as a good husband, father, provider, hunter, fisherman (boater), golfer, part-time rancher, church member, Flying Tiger, and good citizen. And he was. He was a lifelong resident of Matagorda County, a veteran of the Army Air Force during World War II, a member of the 14th Air Force The Flying Tigers, member of the American Legion, and a member of Matagorda United Methodist Church. He is survived by his loving family: wife of 62 years, Catherine Lawhon Anderson; son, William Anderson; daughter, Nonie Moore and husband Tim; grandson, Timothy Moore and wife Tricia and great granddaughter, Maddie. Funeral services are pending. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, TX (979) 245-4613. Bay City Tribune, Sunday, October 30, 2011
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Lawhon Anderson Catherine Lawhon Anderson passed away on January 22, 2021. She was born on November 5, 1927 in Gulf, Texas to Claude and Enone McNabb Lawhon. Catherine’s parents both died when Catherine was very young and she was raised by her maternal grandparents, Jennie and William McNabb. After the death of William, Catherine cared for Jennie in her home until her death. She attended school at Matagorda, graduated Bay City High School and attended Texas State College for Women in Denton, Texas. After returning to Bay City she worked for several years before marrying Edwin Carl Anderson. They settled in Matagorda where they raised their two children. Catherine was dedicated to the Matagorda United Methodist Church where she was the organist for many years. When organists were in short supply in Matagorda, she also played at the Episcopal Church and service time were arranged to accommodate her. She was a member of UMW and Rivers End Garden Club. After she and Carl became empty nesters, they enjoyed taking road trips to Guadalajara, Colorado, Branson, Salado and many other destinations. Most of all she will be remembered as a wonderful and loving mother. Catherine was preceded in death by her loving husband, parents, and grandparents. She is survived by her daughter, Mary E. (Nonie) Moore and her husband Harry Timothy Moore; son, William E. Anderson; Grandson, Harry Timothy Moore, Jr.; great-granddaughter, Madeline Moore and cousin Charles Bryan Baker and family. No services are planned at this time. Servant of God, Well done! Thy glorious warfares past. The battles fought, the race is won, and thou art crowned at last. Verse that was in Enone Lawhon’s obituary May 17, 1931
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Funeral services for Jane Virginia Anderson, 65, of Matagorda will be held 2 p. m. Wednesday at Christ Episcopal Church with the Rev. Jack Lowery and the Rev. Chester Sassman officiating. Burial will be in Matagorda Cemetery. Mrs. Anderson was born Oct. 19, 1918, in Matagorda and died May 7, 1984, at her residence in Matagorda. Her parents were a Matagorda pioneering family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Lewis E. Anderson, Sr., in 1969. Survivors include: daughter, Margaret Harlan of Moss Hill, Texas; sons, Larry Gene Anderson of Wadsworth, James D. Anderson of Porter, Donald L. Anderson of Manvel, John Anderson of Manvel and Lewis E. Anderson, Jr., of Houston; sisters, Mrs. Thelma Dellis of Bay City, Mrs. Mary Baxter of Matagorda, Mrs. Pearl Loehec of Alta Loma, and Mrs. Minnie Annis of Matagorda; brother, Mr. Woodrow Yeamans of Matagorda. She was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church in Matagorda. Her sons will serve as pallbearers. Arrangements were made with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Daily Tribune, Wednesday, May 9, 1984 Lewis E. Anderson
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John Wesley Annis, 71, of Matagorda died at the Wharton Hospital July 27, 1981. He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church. Survivors include: wife, Minnie Yeamans Annis of Matagorda; daughters, Mrs. Sue Burge of Matagorda, Mrs. Elizabeth Watkins of Dickinson; sister, Mrs. Thelma Minton of Wynne, Ark.; brothers, Harold Annis of Earle, Ark., Robert Annis of Marion, Ark. Funeral services will be held at the Christ Episcopal Church in Matagorda today, July 30, at 11 a. m. with Rev. Jack Lowery officiating. Interment will follow at Matagorda Cemetery in Matagorda. Pallbearers include: Tom Watkins, Charles Burge, Wayne Yeamans, Johnny Kemp, Lawrence Dillis Jr. and Larry Anderson. Honorary pallbearers include: Carl Anderson, Roy Traylor, Lawrence Dillis, Clancey Baxter and Tom Ward. Arrangements with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home. Daily Tribune, July 30, 1981
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Minnie Clara Yeamans Annis, 72, of Matagorda will be held at 2 p. m. Sunday at Christ Episcopal Church in Matagorda with the Rev. Herb Willke officiating. Interment will follow in the Matagorda Cemetery. Mrs. Annis was born Dec. 30, 1915, to Phillip and Emma Gottschalk Yeamans of Matagorda and died Sept. 16, 1988, at her home. Survivors include two daughters, Sue Burge of Matagorda and Elizabeth Watkins of Dickinson; two sisters, Thelma Dellis of Bay City and Mary Baxter of Matagorda; and a brother, Woodrow Yeamans of Bay City. Pallbearers will be Wayne Yeamans, Larry Anderson, Tommy Watkins Jr., Lawrence Dellis Jr., Ronald Lohec and Phillip Lohec. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City.
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Mr. George Austin, one of the most prominent citizens of this county and a native of the county, died at his home in this city this morning at 9:15 after a very brief illness of acute Bright’s disease. Decedent was born in Matagorda about 59 years ago and has spent his entire life in the county. For many years he served the county as county and district clerk and was in the race for election to the office of district clerk this year. He was a prominent lodge member, a Mason, K. of P., Woodman and Odd Fellow, and also a member of the Episcopal Church. Mr. Austin was on the streets yesterday mingling with friends, but last night was taken suddenly ill and never recovered. His wife and three of his daughters were away from home and only his youngest daughter, Miss Julia was with him. Besides the widow, Mr. Austin leaves four daughters, Mrs. E. H. Highley and Miss Julia Austin of this city, Mrs. V. H. Doubek of Artesia, N. M., and Mrs. M. V. Schill of Dallas; also two brothers and one sister, viz: Mr. Charles Austin of San Antonio, Mr. Wm. E. Austin of Bay City and Mrs. B. J. Lindner of Big Springs, Texas. The funeral will take place tomorrow at noon in the Matagorda Cemetery where the remains will be laid away by the side of his mother. Perhaps, not in the county was there a man more generally loved than George Austin. Quiet, unassuming, high-toned, gentleman that he was he gathered friendships wherever he was known and created attachments genuine and sincere with every one with whom he came in contact. His death, coming as it did unexpectedly and without warning, cast a gloom of despair and regret, over the city, for a man amongst men, a loving father and devoted husband and one of God’s noblemen has passed away forever. The Tribune joins the entire citizenship of the city and county in it s sincerest sympathy for the bereaved wife and children. George Austin is no more, but the bonds of friendship, of love and charity he welded during life will live throughout the ages and as long as his memory endureth. Matagorda County Tribune, February 25, 1916 Annie Serrill Austin
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