Matagorda County Obituaries
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Cyrill James Babik Sr.
November 17, 1952 - November 8, 2014
Cyrill James Babik Sr., 61, of Markham, Texas, passed away on November 8, 2014.
He was born on November 17, 1952, to the late Cyrill Methodius and Catherine DeSalvo Babik. He was a farmer.
He is survived by his wife, Kimberly of Markham; son, C.J. Babik Jr. and wife April of Markham; and grandchildren, Sciara Babik and Crissa Hamor.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Cecilia and Marie Babik.
Visitation will be Friday, November 14, 2014, from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m., at Triska Funeral Home.
Funeral services are at 4 p.m., Saturday, November 15, 2014, at Turning Point Church in Bay City, Texas.
Pallbearers are Jeff Biskup, Steven Biskup, Brian Biskup, Emil Vaculin, Edgar Beyer and Cyrill James Babik Jr.
Condolences may be shared with the family at triskafuneralhome.com
Triska Funeral Home, El Campo, 979-543-3681.
Bay City Tribune,
November 12, 2014
Sue Coburn Bailey
September 8, 1944 - December 18, 2014
Sue Bailey of Houston, Texas, passed away on December 18, 2014, and is resting in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born September 8, 1944 in Houston. She made a gallant fight against cancer before her passing. Sue was a loving mother, grandmother, and wife. She was married for 52 years to her high school sweetheart, Jerry Bailey, who she now leaves behind until they meet once more in God’s Kingdom. Sue is preceded in death by her mother, Fannye Lee Coburn; father, Cecil Uriah Coburn; and brother, Doyle Coburn. She is survived by her husband, Jerry; daughters, Debra Goley of Goodyear, AZ, and Barbra Coffee of Henderson, NC. Her grandchildren were her greatest joy; duVal Goley, Jr., Bailey Goley, Austin Coffee, and Anna Coffee. She is also survived by her brothers, Jarvis Coburn of Dallas, TX and Glenn Coburn of Lago Vista, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews and cousins.
Sue was a member of Hillcrest Methodist Church, where she first met Jerry. They attended Aldine High School in Houston. Her mother owned Lacey’s Flower Shop on US 59 at Aldine Mail Route. Sue was Jerry’s best friend and companion in their adventures over five decades across the world, working to support him as he became a chemical engineer from the University of Houston, then with Texaco in Port Arthur, TX and New York, NY, and then with Exxon in Aruba and the Middle East. As Jerry became President of Exxon in the Arabian Gulf, she dined with royalty and heads of state, but always with the grace and polish of a true Texas woman. She was always the wind beneath his wings, and made everyone in her presence feel inspired and important. He said his life was a success because of her.
Her accomplishments would fill volumes, but ever so humble, it was always about others. She was a skilled bowler of national accomplishments, and a repeated national and state writing award winner when she wrote a sports column for the Port Arthur News. She managed Hayes Realty in Port Arthur as a real estate broker. Along life’s path her church was foremost, from Hillcrest in Houston, to Aldersgate in Port Arthur TX, South Amboy NJ Methodist, to Bay City TX Methodist, to most recently Liberty Methodist in AZ, where she and Jerry often spent time. After returning to Texas in 1997, Sue opened Sue’s Quilt Shop in Bay City. She was a renowned quilter and teacher, and her numerous quilts will bring happiness to many folks around the world for years to come. At the same time she acquired an iconic home in Bay City and renovated it to receive a Texas Historical marker, as Bailey House, which she operated for 8 years as a bed and breakfast. It stands today as a visible monument to her legacy of community participation.
Sue enjoyed her travels and interface with church members and quilting friends everywhere. She led a Blue Bird girls group in Port Arthur, and most recently was leading a Girl Scouts group in Goodyear, AZ. She was a friend to all, a helper, a leader, and a listener, and an example of how a skilled businesswoman can balance her work and family and church and friends to be an inspiration to many. Her Godliness was evident when she spoke of her Lord as she often quoted Psalm 46:10; Be still and know that I am God. The world has lost a saint and Heaven has received her.
The family hosted friends for visitation Monday evening, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rosewood Funeral Home. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at 10 a.m. also at Rosewood Funeral Home.
Bay City Tribune,
December 24, 2014
Frank James Baker, Jr.
(February 28, 1924 - December 5, 2014)
Frank James Baker, Jr., 90, passed away on December 5, 2014. Frank was born in Bay City on February 28, 1924 to the late Frank Baker, Sr. and Alice Callaway Baker.
Frank graduated from Bay City High School in 1942 and soon went to work at First National Bank, where he remained until he retired in 1997. During his time, the bank changed to Wells Fargo. In 1992, Frank was an honoree of the 50-Year Banker Award by Texas Bankers Association, and then continued working another five years, retiring as Executive Vice-President and Trust Officer. He then had more time to spend hunting, fishing, golfing and ranching.
Frank is survived by his wife of 72 years, Tommye Ralston Baker, and son Frank Baker III, sister Janet Baker Gilbert (Gerald) of Grand Saline, and brother-in-law Johnnie (Ida) Ralston of Port Lavaca. In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by sisters Inez Baker Schultz and Janis Baker Fulton, and brothers Aubrey Malcomb Baker and Donald Kenneth Baker.
Services will be held on December 11, at 2 pm, at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City. Services will be conducted by Chuck Gossett of Houston, son-in-law of Frank’s brother Aubrey, and will be followed by interment at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Pallbearers will be Gary Ralston, Aaron Ralston, Glenn Ralston, Cameron Ralston, James Page and Tommy Schulte. Honorary pallbearers are Jerry Cheatham, Bill Isaacson, Mike Baker, Carl Rhymes, Cecil Robert, Bubba Bucek, and Mike Pruitt.
The family sincerely thanks Sally Delgado, James and Sandra Page, Angels Care Home Health, and Hospice for their special care in Frank’s time of need.
In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial contribution to the charity of your choice.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Betty Crosby
Tommye Lee Baker
January 23, 1925 - March 04, 2019
Tommye Lee Baker of Bay City, Texas peacefully passed March 4, 2019. She was born January 23, 1925 in Humble, Texas to the late Thomas and Suda (Hammond) Ralston. A graduate of Markham High School, in 1942 Tommye married the love of her life, Frank James Baker, Jr. of Bay City, TX.
Tommye was a longtime employee at Bay City Material, and later in life became a licensed real estate agent serving the Matagorda County area. Tommye was an accomplished bowler and attended tournaments throughout the country. She also enjoyed collecting and decorating.
Tommye was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Frank James (Jimmy) Baker III, and brother Johnnie M. Ralston of Port Lavaca.
A graveside service will be held at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City at 10:00 am on Friday, March 8, 2019. Final arrangements entrusted to Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, we ask you consider sending a memorial contribution to the charity of your choice.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Deborah Baldwin
Nov. 18, 1948 - May 5, 2005
Deborah “Debbie” Rogers Baldwin, 56,
of Houston, passed away May 5, 2005 at Memorial City Hospital in
Houston.
She was born November 18, 1948 in Bay City, Texas, to Elmer
Lawrence Rogers and Wilma Eileen Munson Rogers.
She had been a resident of Houston for 35 years.
She was an inventory control specialist for the New Process
Steel Company for 35 years.
She is survived by: her husband, Bennie Baldwin of Houston; a
daughter, Yvette Baldwin of Houston; two sons, Jerry Baldwin and
Wayne Baldwin, both of Houston; her stepmother, Nettie Rogers of
Bay City; and three grandchildren, Kody Lee Baldwin, Deseree
Baldwin and Danielle Baldwin, all of Houston.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Linda
Rogers Matthews.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, May 9, 2005 at
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, with the Rev. Chester Sassman
officiating.
Family will meet friends from 3 p.m. until service time at the
funeral home.
Internment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck.
Pallbearers include Jerry Baldwin, B.L. Baldwin, Walter Ritz,
John W. “Skippy” Harmer III and Eugene Brummett.
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.
Bay City Tribune, May 8, 2005
Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
August 15, 1897 – June 22, 1967
Funeral service for Harold Thompson Barber was held in the Taylor Brothers Funeral Home Chapel in Bay City, Texas, on Saturday, June 24, at 2 PM with Rev. M. R. Zirkel of the First Methodist Church of Palacios, Rev. G. T. Parker of Clemville Baptist Church, and Rev. C. Winborn of the First Methodist Church of Bay City conducting the service. Interment was in Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.
A resident of Matagorda County for more than 50 years, he had been a Palacios resident for several months, having recently constructed a home at 110 South Bay Blvd. following his retirement as a grocer in Markham. He was born in Rockdale, Texas on August 15, 1897, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Barber, and died in Wagner General Hospital on June 22, 1967.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Firge Graham Barber, of Palacios; daughter, Mrs. Irene Davidson, of Norfolk, Virginia; a son, H. Graham Barber, of Irving, Texas, and a sister, Mrs. Etta Elliott.
Palacios Beacon, June 29, 1967 Typed by Susie Adkins
Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise
Mrs. Fairye Graham Barber, 75, of Matagorda County died Thursday, Nov. 11 at Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. She was born Oct. 28, 1901 in Logan, Kansas. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Paul J. Davidson of Norfolk, Virginia; her son, H. Graham Barber of Irving; her two sisters, Mrs. Ned B. Estes of Mountain Home, and Mrs. Rosa Demuth of Logan, Kansas; her brother, Harold Graham of Wichita, Kansas; along with 9 grandchildren and 2 [great] grandchildren. The funeral services will be held in the Taylor Brothers Chapel on Saturday, Nov. 13 at 2 p. m. The Rev. Carl Israel of Palacios Methodist Church will be officiating. Burial will follow in Cedarvale Cemetery. Arrangements are made with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.
Daily Tribune,
November 12, 1976
Obituary
Death, God's most pitying angel, called at the house of J. R. Barnette on Friday, August 18, 1914, and took from thence, the wife and mother aged 42 years.
Mary Overton was born in Milam county, Texas, and was a member of one of the oldest and most highly respected families in that section of the state. Her father was for a number of years judge of Milam county. In 1890, she was married to J. R. Barnette. To this union seven children were born, of whom four are living, the eldest being Mrs. Reimer Atkins, of Brownwood, Texas, and three younger children, Lane, William and Violet. For two years Mrs. Barnette has been a great sufferer and for the past seven months was practically bed-ridden. Four years ago the family came here from Bay City hoping that the change would be beneficial to the entire family.
The sympathy of the whole community is extended to the husband and children in this the saddest hour of their lives, and we trust that the farewell words whispered to each one by the little mother will be an inspiration to help them in life's battles.
Palacios Beacon, August 21,
1914
Sustained Fatal Injuries in Falling from a Horse
Twelve Year Old Girl Fell and Struck Right Temple While Riding Sunday Afternoon
Myrtle May Bass, age 12 years, and stepdaughter of Mr. J. E. Head, who resides on 7th Street, Bay City, Texas, about one and one-half miles from the public square, died at 6:30 o’clock this morning as the result of an injury received at 6 o’clock yesterday afternoon while riding horseback.
The little girl, in company with a girl companion, had been gathering flowers, and as she sat behind her companion on the horse she had both hands full of flowers. The horse shied and threw the girl violently to the ground and she struck on her right temple, rendering her unconscious in which condition she remained until relieved by death. The accident occurred within a hundred yards of her home.
The funeral service was held at First Baptist Church, Tuesday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Rev. O. B. Falls conducted the obsequies. Interment was in Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, at 4 o’clock.
The Tribune extends sincere sympathy to the bereaved relatives.
Matagorda County Tribune, June 4, 1915 Zelma Lee Bass Obituary courtesy of Susie Adkins Photo courtesy of Betty Crosby
A memorial
service for John C. Bassett, 60, of Palacios will be held at 2
p.m. April 11, 2015 at the Living Word Church in Palacios.
John was born January 11, 1955 in Overton, Texas to John F. and
Betty Jo (Rearden) Bassett of Houston and passed away March 17,
2015 in Houston.
He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Mary Tobias Bassett of Palacios; sons, Don F. Bassett of Goshen, IN.; Kenny (Shirley) Moore of Markham; and Nick Hendren of Victoria; daughters, Elizabeth (Lance) Sparks of Victoria, Bethany (Thomas) Pense-Dollins of Blessing; brothers Richard Bassett of Webster and Randall (Starla) Bassett of Longview; grandchildren Pvt. Sierra Westphal of Fort Sam Houston; Nickey Hendren, Jr. of Victoria; Lance III, Amy and Austin Sparks of Victoria; Allison L. Mahoney and Nathan Dollins of Blessing; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Palacios
Beacon,
April 1, 2015
Lucille Bell
(September 5, 1920 - November 15, 2014)
Visitation for Mary Lucille Bailey Hendershot Bell, 94, is scheduled for 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City and A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at the Sweeny Cemetery with Rev. Mike Patterson officiating.
Mrs. Bell, known as Lucille, was born to Edward Bailey and Martha Cooper Bailey in Sweeny, TX on September 5, 1920. Lucille was blessed to pass peacefully at her home November 15, 2014 due to the combined efforts of many family members, friends and dedicated caregivers.
She was a member of Cedar Lane Baptist Church. She worked for many years as a nurse and a teacher to special needs students. After her retirement she spent many years caring for her special needs sister, Ada Bailey until Ada’s passing.
Lucille enjoyed gardening, living a self-sufficient lifestyle and caring for her numerous animals, including her little dog Jojo.
Mrs. Bell was preceded in death by her parents, nine siblings, her husband Hubert Marion Bell and Son-in-law John Henry Burkett who helped care for her for many years and grandson John Randall Burkett.
Survivors include daughter Barbara Burkett, son Lloyd Hendershot and wife Phyllis of Sweeny, daughter Glenda Gerard and husband Jerry of Halifax, PA, 6 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 21 great-great grandchildren.
www.taylorbros.net
Funeral services for Elizabeth
"Betty" Bevers, 53, of Angleton, Texas, are scheduled for
January 3, 2002.
Burial will be at Roselawn Cemetery in Van Vleck, Texas.
Betty died Monday, December 31, 2001 at Brazosport Memorial
Hospital in Lake Jackson, Texas.
Betty was born to John and Steffie Milich Hlavinka in Bay City,
Texas on May 31, 1948.
Survivors include her mother, Steffie Hlavinka of Bay City; son,
Jack Jordan Bevers III of Houston; daughter, Stephanie Munson &
husband Stratton of Angleton; brothers & sisters-in-law, Faunda
& Wayne O'Rear of Rosenberg, John & Treasa Bevers of Angleton
and Pat & Jim Delony of Sugarland; sisters, Linda Lowe & husband
Johnny of Bay City, Mary Ann Salinas & husband Gilbert of
Galveston; and husband, Jack Bevers, Jr., of Angleton.
Arrangements by Palms Funeral Home in Angleton, Texas.
THE FACTS, January 4, 2002
Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Elizabeth McMahon Bickham, 88, of
Van Vleck, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2002 in Bay City.
She was born August 29, 1913 in Van Vleck to Frank and Anna
Elizabeth Owen McMahon.
She was a lifelong resident of Van Vleck, a member of the First
United Methodist Church of Van Vleck, and a former member of the
Aggie Mom's Club.
She is survived by daughter, Frances Baird and husband, Robert
of West Columbia; sons, Johnnie Bickham and wife Sheron of
Corpus Christi and Bill Bickham of Van Vleck; daughter-in-law,
Carol Bickham of Sugar Land; sister, Frances McMahon of Van
Vleck; 13 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert R. Bickham;
son, Clyde R. Bickham; her parents, Frank and Anna Elizabeth
McMahon; by a sister, Wilmoth Berryhill; and by a granddaughter,
Laurie Russell.
The family will receive friends at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15. Funeral services will be
at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 16 at the First United Methodist
Church of Van Vleck with Jack Hutson officiating. Interment will
follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck.
Pallbearers will be Blake Bickham, Todd Traylor, Brent
Robertson, Steve Calefati, John Bickham, Jimmy Filla, David
Crossland, Brandon Bickham, Ryan Bickham, Elliott Baird, Russell
Sassin, and Wayne Slaton.
Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of
Van Vleck. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.
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THE DAILY TRIBUNE, Tuesday, January 15, 2002
Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Kathryn Elizabeth Biggs
April 17, 1924 - November 9, 2014
Kathryn “Casey” Elizabeth Biggs, 90, cherished daughter of Milton and Olga Conring, was born in San Antonio, Texas on April 17, 1924, and went to be with the Lord on November 9, 2014.
Today we rejoice in the knowledge that she has passed the barrier of time as we know it, and is forever at home with the Savior she faithfully served.
Surviving, along with her husband of 65 years, Robert Biggs; are daughter, Elizabeth “Debbie” (Michael) Coppock; grandsons, Travis (Pamela) and Taylor Coppock; as well as many cousins.
Preceding her in death was son, John Milton.
Kathryn also maintained close ties with her husband’s family, in Mississippi.
Loving wife to husband Robert, Kathryn was a devout member of the First United Methodist Church. After retirement, the two enjoyed traveling around North America, visiting such places as Boston, Alaska, Vancouver, San Francisco, and Washington D.C.
Kathryn was a 1944 graduate of Rice University, and a beloved reading teacher at Bay City Junior High for over 20 years. She enjoyed hearing from her former students, who would tell her that she encouraged their education.
Throughout her life, even while teaching, she was an active volunteer in Bay City at the Public Library. Her community service continued as a member of the Pilot Club and Delta Kappa Gamma in Bay City.
She is remembered for her selfless dedication to her friends and family. Even while caring for her mother and father, she continued her volunteer service for many years as a Pink Lady at the Matagorda County Regional Hospital. She was lovingly active in her grandsons lives, and also loved her cat Callie, and the Houston Astros.
“Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!” Philippians 4:4
Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., on Friday, November 14, 2014, at the First United Methodist Church in Bay City, Texas.
Service will follow at Noon.
She will be laid to rest at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas.
Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, (979) 245-4613.
Bay City Tribune, November 12, 2014 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Robert “Bob” Tucker Biggs
February 17, 1920 - February 17, 2016
Robert “Bob” Tucker Biggs, of Bay City, Texas, was welcomed into the kingdom of heaven on his 96th birthday, February 17, 2016.
He joins his faithful wife of 65 years, Kathryn “Casey” Biggs. On his second day in heaven, the two were celebrating what would have been their 67th year of marriage.
Bob was born in Jackson, Mississippi, on February 17, 1920, to Albert John and Evie Tucker Biggs.
He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He served his country five years as a pilot in the United States Army Air Force during World War II, in Belgium and France. He also trained students as a flight instructor at Foster Field in Victoria.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife of 65 years, Kathryn “Casey” Biggs; brother, Albert John Biggs Jr.; and son, John Milton Biggs.
He is survived by daughter, Elizabeth “Debbie” (Mike) Coppock; grandsons, Travis (Pamela) Coppock and Taylor Coppock; sisters, Mary Ann Snyder and Helen (Malcolm) Waren; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Bob was a member of First United Methodist Church. After retirement, Bob and Casey enjoyed traveling around the United States and Canada. He also volunteered at the Bay City Public Library. In his spare time, Bob loved building things in his workshop and attending Houston Astros and Texans games.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, February 21, 2016, at First United Methodist Church in Bay City, with the Rev. Dr. Russ Munch officiating.
Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas.
Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net.
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune,
February 21, 2016
BAY CITY - Barbara Boatright, 71, of
Bay City, died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2006 at Matagorda General
Hospital.
Visitation will be 1 p.m. today at Van Vleck Cemetery. Graveside
services will begin at 2 p.m, the Rev. Joe Wrape officiating.
Green's Mortuary, Bay City, 979-245-3489.
Published in the Victoria Advocate on 1/3/2007
Willis Alfred Bond
July 14, 1960 - August 30, 2014
Willis Alfred “Al” Bond, passed away August 30, 2014.
Al was born on July 14, 1960. Al loved his family and was a great family man. Al loved his boat and loved being on the water.
Al is survived by his children; mother; nieces and nephews.
Arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.
Bay City Tribune,
September 3, 2014
Rev. Elzie A. Bonner
Funeral services for Rev. Elzie A. Bonner, Jr,. will be Saturday, February 14, 2015, at 11 a.m., at St. John Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Ruben Newell, officiating.
Burial will follow immediately after the service at Refugio City Cemetery.
Viewing will be Friday, February 13, 2015, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., and a wake service will be from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., in the Chapel of Green’s Mortuary, Bay City, Texas.
Rev. Bonner was born January 19, 1933, to the late Elzie A. Bonner Sr. and Anna B. Parker, in Refugio, Texas. He attended public school in Refugio. He was employed at Van Vleck ISD for many years, until he retired last year. He accepted Christ at an early age, and was baptized by the Rev. L. V. Ford, at St. Luke Baptist Church. Rev. Bonner was called into Gospel Ministry in 1965. He pastored Free Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Blessing for 25 years, and Union Baptist Church in Pledger, for six years. He also organized Miracle Outreach Temple of Deliveries Ministry in Bay City. Later he became a member of St. John Baptist Church in Van Vleck, under the leadership of the Rev. Ruben Newell.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Beulah; brothers, Samuel and Alvin; son, Glenn; and daughter, Debra.
He leaves to cherish his memories, three daughters, Brenda M. Rice of Bay City, Martha R. Herron of San Antonio, and Amelia Silvas of Victoria; three sons, Larry Bonner, the Rev. Charles A. Bonner, and Darrell O. Bonner; two sisters, Mae Milligan and Jewell Wilson (Endell) of Corpus Christi; step-daughter, Tamika Theirgood (Stan); step-son, Byron Phillips (Shakeia); 22 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.
Final arrangements are entrusted with Green’s Mortuary, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-3489.
Bay City Tribune,
February 10, 2015
Funeral services for Leon Boone Jr. will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, January 24, 2015, at St. John Baptist Church in Van Vleck, Texas.
Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-5197.
Bay City Tribune,
January 21, 2015
Maria A. Borrego
13 June 1938 – 18 March 2015
PALACIOS - Maria
A. Borrego, age 76, passed away on March 18, 2015. She was born
on June 13, 1938 in Mexico to the late Damian Lara Lara and
Maria De La Luz Reyes Lara.
She is survived by her sons; Johnny (Roxanne) Villarreal of
Tatem, and Raul (Carolyn) Villarreal of Palacios, TX., sisters;
Rosa Maria (Rodolfo) Lopez of Glenrose, TX., and Guadalupe
(Antonio) Gonzalez of Victoria, TX., brothers; Romeo Lara, and
Juan (Virginia) Lara of San Antonio, TX., and Magdaleno Lara of
Victoria, TX., 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents, sisters; Christina
Salazar, and Elvia Lara, brother; Damian Lar Jr.
Visitation will be on Thursday, March 19, 2015 from 5pm to 9pm
with a Rosary to be recited at 7pm at Artero Memorial Chapels in
Victoria, TX. Funeral Services will be on Friday, March 20, 2015
at 9am at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church with Father
Gabriel Espinosa to officiate. Burial to follow at Palacios City
Cemetery in Palacios, TX. at 12:00 noon. Pallbearers are Dustin
Villarreal, George Lara, Frank Ortega, Antonio Gonzalez, Juan
Lara and Magdaleno Lara.
Under the directions of Artero Memorial Chapels in Victoria,
Texas, 361-575-3212.
Victoria Advocate
19 March 2015
Verbon David Bradley Jr.
December 12, 1941 - January 10, 2015
Verbon David Bradley Jr., 73, of Midfield, TX, passed away January 10, 2015.
He was born December 12, 1941, in Bremerston, WA, to the late Verbon David Bradley Sr. and Lucille Mercer Bradley.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, and later worked as a Quality Control Welding Inspector.
Survivors include his wife, Kimi Bradley of Midfield; daughters, Evelyn Yoxtheimer and husband Robin of Midfield, and Suzie Lewis and husband Ruben of Van Vleck; son, Verbon David Bradley III and wife Faith of Chesapeake, VA; sister, Mary Zaricor and husband Herb of Poplar Bluff, MO; grandchildren, Kimi Rozner, Aimi, Eva, and Katelyn Bradley, Dustin and Clinton Funk, and Nicky Lewis; and great-grandchildren, Kyson and Kyza Rozner, and Saia Funk.
He was preceded in death by a grandson, Kevin Yoxtheimer.
Mr. Bradley will be cremated, according to his wishes.
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, January 14,
2015
Alvin Brooks Jr.
July 16, 1947 - February 18, 2015
Funeral services for Alvin Brooks Jr., 67, of Bay City, Texas, will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, February 28, 2015, at New Hope Baptist Church, Bay City, with Dr. T.L. Richardson, eulogist.
Burial will follow at Eastview Cemetery.
Visitation and guest book register will be held from 2 p.m to 8 p.m., Friday, February 27, 2015, at Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel, Bay City, Texas.
He was born in Bay City, Texas, on July 16, 1947, to Alvin Brooks Sr. and Mary Booker Brooks, and passed away February 18, 2015, in Bay City, Texas.
Survivors include his wife, Jessie Lee Brooks of Bay City; three sons, Alvin Brooks III of Lake Jackson, Harry Quincy Brooks of Austin and Marci Eaton of Bay City; one sister, Portia Brooks of Bay City; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas, 979-245-5197.
Bay City Tribune, February 24, 2015 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Joseph Wallace Broussard
(March 12, 1927 - November 1, 2014)
Joseph Wallace Broussard, 87, of Port Lavaca was called home by Jesus on Saturday, November 1, 2014. He was born on March 12, 1927 in the village of Choupique, Calcasieu Parrish, Louisiana to the late Noah Joseph & Vernie Richard Broussard. Wallace was a World War II Army Veteran. He was retired from Brown and Root as a painter and sandblaster.
He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years: Marian Inez Broussard of Port Lavaca; 4 children: Oney Yendrey, Alton Yendrey, Betty Stubblefield, and Patty Schaffer & husband Cecil; sister: Ailene Broussard Bickham; 2 brothers: Sidney Broussard & wife Rita, and Noah Broussard Jr.; and by numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Wallace was preceded in death by his parents, 1st wife: Lillie Hart Broussard, and 17 brothers & sisters.
The family will receive visitors from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at the Palacios Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at the Palacios Funeral Home with Brother Shan Jackson officiating. Interment will follow at Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Sidney Broussard, Alvin Broussard, Stephen Harvey, Justin Broussard, and Jody Simmons.
Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home (361) 972-2012.
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Daisy Brown, 78, of Bay City, died
Friday, Dec. 19, 2003 at Matagorda Nursing and Rehab.
She was born July 4, 1925, in Damon, to the late Noah Marcellus
and Lucretia Wilmeth Rose Argo.
Mrs. Brown was a member of the Baptist church and a resident of
Bay City for the past 40 years.
Survivors include: four daughters and sons-in-law, Kathy and
Gayle Brown of Selkirk; Susan and Greg Grimm of Manvel, Texas;
Lisa and Jody Kubena of Bay City and Melanie and John Shephard
of Jackson, Michigan.; two sons and a daughter-in-law; Ronald
Brown of Bay City and John and Gaylene Brown of Selkirk;
sisters, Barbara West of Rosenberg, Carol Johnson and Linda
Bailey, both of Arkansas, and Sharon Kressler of Damon;
brothers, Calvin Argo of Arkansas and Don Argo of Rosenberg; 18
grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by her husband Elby Brown; son, Mike Brown;
sisters, Esther Brown and Doris Black; and brother, Archie Argo.
Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Sunday, December 21, 2003 at
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home chapel.
Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Mark Barrett, Kurtis, Jeremy
and John C. Brown, Matt and Kyle Kubena.
Memorials may be made to Houston Hospice Support Inc., 11002 N.
Mechanic, El Campo, Texas 77437.
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City,
979-245-4613.
The Bay City Tribune, Sunday, December 21, 2003
Dorothy Margaret Brown
January 11, 1928 - February 2, 2015
Dorothy Margaret Brown, 87, passed away Monday, February 2, 2015 in Bay City, Texas.
She was born January 11, 1928, in Luling, Texas, to Joseph John and Margaret Neidt Janca. She married Billy Brown on July 26, 1949, in Luling, Texas.
Dorothy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was an avid bowler and owned and operated Brown’s Western Wear in Van Vleck, Texas, for 25 years.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Billy Brown; brothers Joseph Janca, James Ray Janca and John David Janca.
Survivors include daughters, Brenda Wick (Bobby) of Weimar, Texas and Dottie Lucas (Worth Jr.) of Van Vleck, Texas; grandchildren, Scott Wick (Jody), Courtney Ohnheiser (Stephen), Corie Young (Chris) and Trey Lucas (Layne); great-granddaughters, Reagan, Natalie, Brooke, Emma, Ellen and Layten; and numerous other family members
The family received visitors from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas.
Private graveside services and interment will be held Wednesday, February 4, 2015, in Luling, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net.
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune,
February 4, 2015
Modena Buckley
(July 22, 1922 - January 4, 2015)
Modena Buckley passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2015. Modena was born July 22, 1922 in Morton, Mississippi to the late Richard Corbin and Icy Pearl Milton Morehead. She was retired as a bookkeeper from her family’s automotive shop. She was a Baptist. Modena is survived by her son Keith Buckley; 5 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Joel H. Buckley and a son Joel C. Buckley. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 6, 2015 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Burial will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday, January 8, 2015 at the Lakewood Memorial Park in Jackson, Mississippi. Visitation will be from 3-5P.M. Monday at the funeral home
www.taylorbros.net
Phillip Russell Bufkin
January 23, 1948 - November 27, 2014
Phillip Russell Bufkin, 66, of West Columbia, Texas, passed from this life on November 27, 2014, in Sugar Land, Texas.
He was born on January 23, 1948, to Herald and Vera Bufkin in Oakdale, Louisiana.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Patricia; daughters, Amanda Bufkin, Anesia Jaramillo and husband Leroy of West Columbia and Jessica Riley of Victoria; brothers, Steve Bufkin and wife Lisa of Granbury, Gary Davis and wife Debbie of Lenoir City, Tenn., Glenn Davis, Freddie Davis and wife Kathy of Louisiana; sisters, Kathleen Hibbs and husband Scott of Charleston, S.C. and Debbie Sessions of Dallas; grandchildren, Russell Obryan, Julia Obryan and Lauren Jaramillo; great- granddaughter, Alyson; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Ralph Bufkin.
Phillip loved to hunt and fish. He had his own fishing club and was always willing to teach others to fish. He was the best provider and father anyone could ever ask for. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Arrangements are by Baker Funeral Home, 634 S. Columbia Dr., West Columbia, Texas 77486.
Online condolences may be made by signing the guest book at www.bakerfuneralhome.net
Bay City Tribune, December 3, 2014
Richard Bustos Sr.
July 15, 1922 - January 27, 2015
Richard Bustos, Sr., 92, of Bay City, Texas, passed away January 27, 2015.
He was born July 15, 1922, in Old Gulf, Texas, to the late Donaciano Bustos and Estefana Martinez Bustos. He proudly served his country in
He was preceded in death by his wife, Cruz Bustos; daughter, Becky Rodriguez; and son, Richard Bustos Jr.
Survivors include daughter, Lydia Woods and husband Jim of Bay City; son, Nat Bustos and wife Ann of Bay City; daughter-in-law, Esther Bustos of Bay City; sisters, Ofelia Guzman of Bay City and Irene Suarez of San Antonio; grandchildren, Felicia Rodriguez Garay, Cindy Rodriguez, Megan Saha, Cory Saha, Lydia Rodriguez Olide, Veronica Rodriguez, Renee Bustos Gomez, Regina Busto and Cindy Smith; 14 great-grandchildren; and six great-great grandchildren.
Friends called at the funeral home from 2 p.m. until the U.S. Army during WWII and was a member of the American Legion.7 p.m., Thursday.
A rosary was recited at 9:30 a.m., Friday, January 30, 2015, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mass followed at 10 a.m., with Msgr. Gerry Cernoch officiating.
Interment followed at Roselawn Memorial Park.
Pallbearers were C. J. Garay, Cory Saha, Lorenzo Hernandez, Rudy Olide III, Joe Bustos and Mark Perez.
His great-grandsons served as honorary pallbearers.
Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net.
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune, February 1, 2015 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
BAY CITY - Murvel Clara Byrd, 84, of
Bay City, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2003.
She was born March 24, 1919, in Greenwood, Miss., to the late
Charles Benjamin and Mary Emma Bruce Powers.
Survivors: daughter, Katherine Eidlebach of Bay City; sons,
James H. Byrd of League City and Oran Byrd Jr. of Friendswood;
11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by: husband, Oran Byrd Sr.; two sisters; and
two brothers.
The family will receive visitors 6-8 p.m. on Thursday at Taylor
Bros. Funeral Home chapel.
Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home chapel, the
Rev. Aaron Young officiating.
Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Taylor Bros. Funeral
Home, Bay City, 979-245-4613.
The Victoria Advocate, September 17, 2003