Matagorda County Obituaries
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Linda Kay Abendroth
(June 2, 1950 - October 22, 2017)

Linda Kay Williams Abendroth, 67, of Bay City, passed away October 22, 2017. She was born June 2, 1950 in Houston, TX to Kennard and Foy Lout Williams.

Linda worked for the Bay City Independent School District for 20 years. She was a sweet, hard working, picture taking, smart, honest, creative, Texan loving, one of a kind amazing lady, who will be missed.

Linda is survived by her mother Foy Stringfellow; sons Ashley Abendroth of Bay City and James Mark Abendroth of Dallas; sisters Carolyn Akin and Patsy Gray, both of Cleveland, TX; brothers Clifford Stringfellow of Cleveland, TX and Christopher Stringfellow of Humble, TX, and numerous nieces and nephews. Linda is preceded in death by her brother Richard Stringfellow.

The family will receive friends and relatives 5:00-7:00pm Thursday, October 26 at the funeral home. Services will be 3:00pm Friday, October 27, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Pallbearers are Daniel Mitchell, Clifford Stringfellow, Christopher Stringfellow, Scott Miller, Eddie Akin and Craig Black. Honorary pallbearers are her “Thursday Girls”; Cathy Mitchell, Carolyn Fitzpatrick, Arlene Koch, Vivian Black and Marlyn Kubecka.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Tenie Holmes School Library.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home

Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Thomas Mark Abendroth
July 8, 1947 - December 8, 2024

Thomas Mark Abendroth, 77, of Bay City passed away December 8, 2024.  He was born July 8, 1947 in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Mark O’Farrell “Doc” Abendroth and Frances Belle Ashley Abendroth.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Linda Kay Abendroth.

Survivors include sons James Mark Abendroth (Tamika) and Ashley Paul Abendroth; sister Sharon Skelly (Charles); granddaughter Ellis Abendroth; niece Kimberly Gray and great nieces Kayden and Kodi Gray.

Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.  Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.  Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.  Pallbearers will be James White, Billie Virgil, Michael Crowder and Wesley Lenahart.  Honorary pallbearers will be Danny Lee, Barrie Gilcrist and Chuck Skelly.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Lillian Lee Adams
November 18, 1928 - October 10, 2018

Lillian Lee Adams, 89, of Bay City, Texas, passed away on October 10, 2018 in Bay City, Texas. She was born in Bay City, Texas, to David Joseph and Eva Mae Layton on November 18, 1928.

Lillian went to school at Bay City. She married Lee Roy Adams on June 4, 1948 in Bay City. She worked as the Secretary for the Economic Action Committee Director for many years. She was involved in Bay City Church of the Nazarene Vacation Bible School, Sunday School, Church Board, Missionary President and many more. She also volunteered at the VFW Post in Bay City.

Lillian is preceded in death by her husband Lee Roy, parents David and Eva Layton, siblings Mary, Dorothy, BettyLou, Hellen Marie and Willie. She is survived by her 3 children Lee Adams (Lance), David Barkley Adams (Melissa), and Demice Emerson (Ronnie); 1 brother D. L. Layton (Mary); 3 grandchildren, Jonathan Adams, Nikol Henry (Jason), Sarah Richter (Steven), and 5 great grandsons Jacob, Kaleb, and Logan Henry, and Eli and Evan Richter.

The family of Lillian Adams wish to extend our sincere thanks to our dear friend, Joy Murphree, The Bay City VFW Post and the Bay City Baptist Church and Brother Watson.

Visitation will be Monday October 15 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Tuesday October 16, 2018 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Brother Lee Watson officiating.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home          Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Maudie Cigale Adams - Roselawn Memorial Park - Courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Dian Aguilar - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Enemencia Escobedo Aguirre
January 07, 1934 - March 29, 2019

Enemencia EscobedoAguirre, 85, of Bay City passed away March 29, 2019. She was born January 7, 1934 in Rock Spring, TX to the late Enemencio and Eva Perez Escobedo.

She was preceded in death by daughter Rosalinda Martinez and Son Erasmo Martinez.

Survivors include her husband Isidro Aguirre; daughters Alma Sedillo (Ernest), Norma Garza (Enrique Lorenzo), April Hernandez and Remy Cantu (Fernando); sons Juan Martinez II, Cesar Limas and Noe Martinez and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and other extended family members.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5PM until 7PM Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at La Philadelphia Church with Pastor Brito officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Martinez, Mario Garza, Noah Garza, Louis Aguilar, Jr., Fabian Trevino and Cesar Limas.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home                      Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Israel Alamenda

Viewing for Israel Alamenda, 38, of Bay City, Texas will be Friday November 2, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Golden Avenue Baptist Church in Bay City.

 Arrangements with Green's Mortuary, 2702 J.P. Davis, (Avenue C)  Bay City, Texas; 979-245-3489.

Bay City Tribune Online
 

Myra Alejandra - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Tonya Scott Allen
July 10, 1979 - February 2, 2019

Tonya Scott Allen, 39, of Van Vleck, Texas passed away Saturday, February 2, 2019.  She was born July 10, 1979 in Freeport, Texas to Brad and Becky (Mathews) Scott.  Tonya attended Van Vleck High School.

Tonya leaves behind three children, Mathew Allen, Cameron Allen, and Kaylee Allen; parents, Brad and Becky Scott; brother, John Lee Scott and wife Tasha; nephew, Rowdy; niece, Shay; as well as former spouse, Darrell Allen.

Pallbearers will be Mathew Allen, John Lee Scott, “Blue”, Trevor Henderson, Jon Gay and Darrell Allen.

Visitation will be held at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia on Thursday, February 7, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

A memorial service will be held Friday, February 8, 2019 at 1 p.m. at Baker Funeral Home. A private graveside service for family members will follow.

Bay City Tribune, February 6, 2019
 

Vinella Allen

Funeral services for Dorothy Vinella Allen, 86, of Bay City, Texas will be held Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Evangelist Temple Church of God In Christ in Bay City.

Burial will follow at Eastview Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Friday, January 26, 2018 from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel.

Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas; 979-245-5197.

Bay City Tribune, January 24, 2018
 

Axel Delfino Amaro
December 06, 1995 - September 02, 2018

Axel Delfino Amaro, 22, of Palacios passed away September 2, 2018. He was born December 6, 1995 in Watsonville, California.

Survivors include his parents Delfino and Evelin Cruz Armaro; sister Gisselle Amaro and brothers Moises Amaro and Alvin Amaro.

Visitation will begin at 12 Noon Monday, September 10, 2018 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Monday at the Palacios Funeral Home with Rev. Francis Nguyen officiating.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

                Harold Amos Jr. - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Perry B. Anderson - Cedarvale Cemetery - Courtesy of Kenneth L. Thames

 

Ramsey Funeral Home, Georgetown, Texas
 

John H. Andrews Jr. - Roselawn Memorial Park - Courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

John H. Andrews     Winifred Ann Andrews     Roselawn Memorial Park      Courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Manuel “Manny” Anzaldua III

August 26, 1964 – March 14, 2019

Manuel “Manny” Anzaldua III, 54, of Dallas, Texas and formerly of Wharton, Texas, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at his residence in Dallas.

Manny was born in Bay City, Texas on August 26, 1964 to Manuel Anzaldua, Jr. and the late Esther Arias Anzaldua. Raised in the Wharton area, he graduated from Wharton High School in 1983. Manny was known for his smile, big heart, generosity and caring spirit. His nieces and nephews were his pride and joy. He enjoyed shopping, traveling, cooking and fine dining. Manny worked tirelessly to improve his life and the countless lives he touched. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his mother, Esther Arias Anzaldua.

He is survived by his father, Manuel Anzaldua, Jr. of Corpus Christi, and his sisters; Esther Marie Anzaldua of Corpus Christi, Minerva Borger and husband, Christopher of Corpus Christi; Patricia Hernandez and husband, Michael of Corpus Christi and Olivia Anzaldua of San Antonio; nieces; Ashley Hernandez, Allison Hernandez, Sophia Borger and Elena Espinosa; nephew; Anthony Hernandez and many aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 18, 2019 at 5 p.m. at Wharton Funeral Home located at 515 E Boling HWY, Wharton, Texas 77488. A celebration of life service will begin at 7 p.m. Visitation will also be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at 10 a.m. A graveside service will be held at Cedarvale Cemetery, Golden Ave, Bay City, Texas 77414 at 2 p.m. Serving as pallbearers will be Christopher Borger, Michael Hernandez, Anthony Hernandez, Mark Bacot, Scott Chalaire and Chad Schulle. Honorary pallbearers will be Baldemar Mendiola and Medardo Ramirez.

Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Funeral services are under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at whartonfuneralhome.com.

Wharton Funeral Home               Photo courtesy of Susie Adkins

                Pedro B. Arias Sr. - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

John Anthony Armatta
July 18, 1971 - February 18, 2019

John Anthony Armatta passed away on February 18, 2019. He was born on July 18, 1971 in Bay City, TX to Sidney and Betty Armatta. He graduated from Bay City High School in 1990. On November 14, 1992, John married his high school sweetheart Lori Wilson. John was a third generation Matagorda County farmer. He volunteered on the Matagorda County Fair Board for 12 years and was actively involved with the Holding Pen Club. John served on the Matagorda County Ducks Unlimited committee and on the Bay City Little League Board, where he was awarded Lifetime Achievement for his service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, coaching baseball, and watching the Houston Astros and western movies with his family. He was especially proud of his children’s achievements.

He is survived by his wife Lori and children Sydney and John Thomas; mother-in-law Geneva Taylor; sister Susan Novak and husband Joe; brother Steven Armatta and wife Stefanie; sister-in-law Kimberley Cooper and husband Steve; sister-in-law Rhonda Huitt and husband Hank; brother-in-law Steven Wilson and wife Gina; nieces and nephews Renee Laslie, Michelle Frankum and husband Dillon, Alexis Turner and husband Justin, Shelby Cooper, Bryson and Blake Huitt, Alise and Chance Wilson, Marlie and Steelie Armatta; great niece Jentry Laslie and great nephew Denton Frankum.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Betty Armatta; father-in-law Roger D. Wilson, uncle Matthew Armatta, nephew John David Popek, and dear friends Jim Tatum and Stephen Fair.

The family requests your attendance at the vigil on Friday, February 22^ndfrom 5-7 p.m. at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home in Bay City, TX. Funeral Mass will be at Holy Cross Catholic Church on Saturday, February 23^rd, at 10 am. Burial services will be at St. Francisville Cemetery in Wadsworth, TX immediately following the mass.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations sent to The Holding Pen Club, P.O. Box 108 Bay City, TX 77404-0108.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home & Bay City Tribune, February 24, 2019

David Holley Arnold
September 22, 1937 - December 14, 2018

David Holley Arnold, 81, passed away December 14, 2018 in Cedar Park, Texas after a year-long, courageous battle with cancer.

A graveside service, followed by interment, took place at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park in New Braunfels, Texas at 3 p.m. on Friday, December 21, 2018. A memorial service will also be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 6, 2019 at First Baptist Church Seguin.  Pastor Brice Mandaville will officiate at both services.

David was born to Curtis and Lucy (Duncan) Arnold in Galveston, Texas on September 22, 1937.  After spending his childhood in Galveston, College Station, and San Angelo, he graduated from Ball High School in Galveston in 1956.  He graduated with a bachelor of science degree in education from Texas A&M in 1960. He was a proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band all four years, serving as head drum major his senior year.  He taught math at Ball High the year following graduation, then was inducted into the United States Air Force in 1961.   He spent most of his time in the Air Force serving as a flight instructor at bases in Laredo and San Antonio.

In 1965, after being honorably discharged from the Air Force, he moved to Lake Jackson to teach math at Brazosport High School.  There he met Carolyn Thompson, also a teacher at Brazosport ISD.  They married on June 7, 1966 and remained in a committed and loving marriage for over 39 years, ending with her death in November 2005.  They were blessed with two children, David Douglas Arnold and Amy Ruth (Arnold) Kidwell.

In 1969, David obtained a master’s degree in math education from the University of Texas at Austin.  Following an internship at Memorial High School in Spring Branch, he served as the principal of Bay City Junior High School in Bay City from 1970 to 1977.  In Bay City he was an active member of First Baptist Church and the Kiwanis Club.  From 1977 to 1980, he served as principal of Smith Middle School at Fort Hood near Killeen.  From 1980 to 1981, he served as an administrator in the instruction department for Killeen ISD.

In October 1981, David and the family moved to Seguin where he became the Assistant Superintendent of Instruction.  He served Seguin ISD for 20 years in a variety of positions including Assistant Superintendent of Personnel.  David and Carolyn joined First Baptist Church in Seguin where David remained an active and committed member until his death.  He served the church in a wide variety of roles including head deacon, Men’s Sunday School teacher, offering depositor, coordinator of the annual school supply drive, and as a volunteer on mission trips to Central Asia.  Following his official retirement in June 2001, David also served as a mentor and tutor at Seguin Youth Services.  He was also actively involved in Seguin Christian Academy as an instructor and on the advisory board.

David was known for his leadership, integrity and fairness.  He was proud of being a fifth generation Texan.  He had a heart for serving others.  He called those he served “sheep the Lord has dropped into my pasture.”  He especially loved the lambs.  His favorite pastime in later years was mentoring young people, whether they were students needing help with math, young men in juvenile detention, or orphans in Central Asia.  He spent the last weeks and months of his life mentoring his grandsons in Cedar Park and Georgetown.

David was preceded in death by his parents; and by his wife, Carolyn.

He is survived by his children, Doug Arnold (Jamie) of Georgetown, and Amy Ruth Kidwell (Gary) of Cedar Park; four grandsons, Drew Arnold of Mount Vernon, Iowa, Dan Arnold of Georgetown, and Scott Kidwell and Kirk Kidwell, both of Cedar Park; a brother, Curtis Arnold and sister-in-law Jan Arnold of Arlington; a sister-in-law, Kathryn Presley of Bryan; and eight nieces and nephews, Roy Presley (Susan) of Geronimo, Kathy Pierson of Bryan, Diane Daniel (Mike) of Coppell, Gaylen Tharp (Mike) of Plano, Holley Thompson (Jim) of Bloomington, Minnesota, Terri Glowe (Justin) of Austin, Christy Sears (Alex) of Venice, California, and Wes Ware (Patty) of Olathe, Kansas.  David will also be mourned by a host of friends and acquaintances who will remember him as a man of wisdom and patience and as a faithful servant of the Lord.  Like the good man described in Psalm 37, he was “ever merciful and his seed is blessed.”

The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Sagebrook Health Center in Cedar Park and Hospice Austin for the professionalism, thoughtfulness, and loving care they provided during his last months of life.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations made in David’s name to First Baptist Church of Seguin, Seguin Youth Services, Seguin Christian Academy, or Hospice Austin.

You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.treshewell.com

Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Drive, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830-549-5912.

Bay City Tribune, December 23, 2018
 

Jose B. Arredondo Sr.
March 24, 1928 - June 3, 2018

 Jose B. Arredondo Sr., 90, passed away on Sunday, June 3, 2018 at his nursing home. He was born on March 24, 1928 in Goliad, Texas.

He worked on his father’s farm in his youth.  Later he worked as a farmer and ranch foreman on the Larry Baker Ranch in Goliad, Texas.  He and wife Estella moved to Bay City after he retired.  After Estella’s death in 2005, he spent much of his time hunting with friends and family in Goliad.

He is survived by his brother, Pablo Arredondo Jr. (Demetria) of Goliad; his son, Joe Arredondo Jr. of Lubbock; and his daughter, Diana Vargas (Arthur) of Bay City; two grandchildren, Ariel Vargas of Houston and Aaron Vargas (Jennifer) of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and four great-grandchildren, Bryce Humes, and Carly, Layla and Colin Vargas.

In addition to his wife, Estella; he is preceded in death by his parents, Pablo and Ester; and his siblings, Enrique, Virginia, Leonarda Sarah, and Robert.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at Grace Funeral Home, 214 N. Market St. Goliad, Texas.

The Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Goliad Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 238 N. Commercial Street, Goliad, Texas.

Services entrusted to Grace Funeral Home, Goliad, Texas; (361) 645-3216.

Bay City Tribune, June 06, 2018
 

Wyatt Matthew "Matt" Ashcraft - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Wyatt Matthew Ashcraft

Services for Wyatt Matthew Ashcraft of Van Vleck will be held at 3 pm Monday, June 11, 1984 in First United Methodist Church with the Revs. R. L. Wedgeworth, Wayne Wedgeworth and J. S. Williams officiating.

Mr. Ashcraft, 23, was born May 15, 1961, in Bay City.  He was a 1979 graduate of Van Vleck High School and former president of the Future Farmers of America in Van Vleck. He was a member of the United Pentecostal Church.  He died Friday, June 8, 1984, in St. Luke’s Hospital in Houston.

He is survived by his parents, Wyatt and Sadie Ashcraft of Van Vleck; two sisters, Debbie and Dee Ashcraft, both of Van Vleck; and numerous aunts and uncles and cousins.

Pallbearers will be John Ashcraft, Jay Hubbard, Dale Willson, Berry Dean, Bobby Calk, Eric Gibson, Johnny Green, and Wayne Massey.  Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Cox, Wade, Calk, Clayton Calk, Tranis Calk, Mike Anderson, Hoyt Gibson, Carlos Ashcraft, Craig Ashcraft and member of the 1979 senior class.

Burial was in Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck.  Arrangements were made with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

Daily Tribune, June 1984              Obituary courtesy of Faye Cunningham
 

Elton Atkins

Funeral services for Elton Atkins will be Saturday, May 12, 2018, at 1 p.m. at Mother Zion Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Murray G. Martin officiating.

Burial will follow immediately after services at Eastview Cemetery. 

Visitation will be Friday, May 11, 2018 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the chapel of Green's Mortuary, Bay City.

Final arrangements are entrusted with Green's Mortuary. Bay City, Texas; 979-245-3489; online condolences may be sent to greensmortuary.com.

Bay City Tribune, May 9, 2018               Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Harper John Augsburger
October 13, 1938 - December 25, 2018

Harper John Augsburger passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2018. He was born October 13, 1938, in Bay City, Texas, to Lawrence and Minnie Mae (Harper) Augsburger.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 2, 2019, in the Mountain Valley Funeral Home Chapel in Joshua, Texas with Pastor Mark Greenroy officiating.

Harper loved playing golf in retirement and spending time with his grandkids and going to sporting events. He was passionate about coaching and a fan of basketball.

He is survived by his wife, Jeri Augsburger of Burleson; son, Jody Augsburger and wife JoLynn of Burleson; grandchildren, Garrett and Meredith Augsburger; brother, Larry Augsburger and wife Mikki, of Houston; and numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.

Bay City Tribune, December 30, 2018
 

March 18, 1938 - March 15, 2019

Maria Elva Avila ,80, of Bay City, went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 15, 2019. She was born March 18, 1938 in Raymondville, Texas to Benito and Fernanda Cortinas Sr.

Maria is preceded in death by her parents; sisters Enrequita Ortiz and Ernestina Bargas, and brothers Samuel Cortinas and Benito Cortinas Jr.  She is survived by her husband Santos Avila, Sr.; son Santos Avila, Jr. (Norma); daughter Mary Ann Oros (Anthony); brother George Cortinas (Margaret) ; sisters Elida Samarippas, Evangelina Reyna (Adam Sr.) and Dolores Martinez; five grandchildren, April Babik (CJ), Duane Avila, Celestina Cruz (Martin), Harlee Vargas (Cristian) and Carolina Hernandez, and six great grandchildren.

The family will receive visitors 6:00-8:00pm Tuesday, March 19 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Services are 10:00am Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Pallbearers are Anthony Oros, Duane Avila, Cristian Vargas, Martin Cruz, Tristan Cruz, CJ Babik, George Martinez and Carolina Hernandez.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home               Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Amir Martinez Azarparastian     Roselawn Memorial Park     Courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

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