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Armando Silvestre Galvan, 47, of Bay City, passed away October 2, 2020. He was born August 26, 1973 in Brownsville, TX. He was a 1992 graduate of Bay City High School. He attended Brazosport College, earning his Law Enforcement Academy License in 1993. His career spanned 19 years with the Bay City Police Department. He was currently Cpl. in charge of investigations. “Mondo” enjoyed fishing, flying his drones and driving his Harley on the open roads, but most of all spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife Wendy Estrada Galvan; mother Maria Lowrey; father Silvestre E. Galvan; daughters Autumn Ayala and Jennifer O’Bryant; sons Cain Ayala, Jeff Trantham and Alex Ayala and his brothers Rito Galvan, Eddie Galvan and Rick Galvan. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Friday, October 9, 2020 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM with Rev. Gabriel Espinosa officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers are Fred Wesselski, Christopher Cunningham, Clayton Ryman, Stephen Lunsford, Robert Pierce, Christian Hadash, Jesse Rodriguez and Antoine Linsey. Honorary pallbearers are Luis Moreno, Eli Cortines, Abel Cortines, Cain Ayala, Manuel Leal, Ronnie Miranda, Tanner Ryman, Alex Ayala, Jeff Trantham, Rick Galvan, Rito Galvan, Eddie Galvan and Juan Delgado. Memorials in his name may be made to Shop With a Cop; 2201 Ave H; Bay City, TX 77414. This organization was dear to his heart. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Mr. Lonnie Gandy of Granbury, TX, formally of Las Vegas, Nevada passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020 in Fort Worth, TX at Medical City Hospital. He was born on August 10, 1940 in El Campo, TX to Mr. Alonzo Gandy and Pearl Darnell. He had many cousins in and around Midfield, Blessing and the surrounding area. Lonnie grew up in Raymondville, TX. Moved to Alice, TX while in High School and graduated in 1958. Shortly after, he joined the Armed Forces where he served from 1958 -1970. He met and married Ramey Wallace, from Honolulu, Hawaii where they resided for several years, later moving to Las Vegas, NV. Lonnie moved to Granbury, after the passing of his wife September 15, 2019, to live with his sister.
Lonnie was known
by family as "Sonny" and others only as "Gandy". He was a
gentleman of exceptional recall and a great sense of humor. He
loved sports, old movies, and westerns. Graveside services will be 10:00 am Friday, November 20, 2020 at Midfield Cemetery in Midfield, Texas.
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Julio L. Garay, 71, passed away on Sunday June 14, 2020. Mr. Garay was born October 15, 1948 in Bay City, Texas to Anastacio & Amelia Garay. He later met & married Beatriz Rivera Garay, his wife of over 55 years! Julio enjoyed fishing, gardening and loved spending time with his family! He was a life-long NRA member and a true patriot who had a great appreciation for this country, the outdoors and nature. Julio loved people and befriended everyone he met. His smile lit up the room & his love for music was contagious! He was devoted to his family & friends! He was a loyal, one of a kind, and trustworthy! He is survived by his wife, Beatriz Rivera Garay, their children & spouses, Julio Garay Jr. & his wife Melissa Garay; Delinda & Hector Moreno, Donna Garcia, Darline & Wally Rodriguez; his brothers & sisters and their spouses, Lee & Mary Helen Garay, Rosalinda & Frank Zboral, Nina & Jose Santos, Mary Rangel, Feliciano & Eva Garay, Benino Garay, Alfred & Esmerslda Garay, Abel & Imelda Garay, Adolfo & Denise Garay, Virginia & Saul Choto, Estiban & Katie Garay, Elida & Dean Winn, Erminia & Mike Solis, and Adela Garay; 10 grandchildren & 10 great grandchildren; and many, nieces & nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Anastacio & Amelia Garay, sisters, Felipa Perez, Juana Ruiz, Maria Carrion, Benita Garay, brothers, Anastacio Garay Jr., Jose(Lalo) Garay, Pete Garay & Paul Garay. A memorial service to honor our dad (Julio) will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 1 p.m. at Wild Peach Community Church, 1862 C.R. 347, Brazoria, Texas 77422.
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Maria Elena Figuerova Garay “Nonie,” 76, of Bay City, passed away November 21, 2020. She was born April 1, 1944 in Edna, TX to Manuel Firoua and Fairmana Hernandez Figuerova. Married to Elisco Garay, she was a very loving caring mother, sister and wife. Her legacy will forever live on in our hearts, and the minds of everyone she touched. Maria is survived by her children Beatrice Garay, Carlos Garay, Anastacio Garay, Vicki Dill, Danny Dill, Celia Garay along with their spouses and multiple grandkid's and great grandkid's. She is preceded in death by her parents, and son Robert Garay. Visitation for the family will be Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home beginning at 8:00 am, and for the public 9:00 am Services will be at 10:00 am, followed by interment at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers are Carlos Garay, Robert Figuerova, Rodney Coleman, Vincent Garcia, Victor Garcia, and Lorenzo Valdez III. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Marker photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Javier “Big J” Garcia, 53, of Bay City, TX passed away February 13, 2021. He was born May 16, 1967 in Bay City to Samuel Garcia and the late Josie Garcia. He was a member of Rose of Sharon Church. Javier was a spirited young man who inspired all around him. He welcomed all from the neighborhood into his home and provided snacks after school for the children in his community. He loved playing bingo, coloring, and fun arts and crafts. He loved meeting new people and connecting with old friends. Survivors include his father Samuel Garcia; Sister Rosemary Kinman; Brothers George Garcia, Roel Garcia, Raymond Garcia and the late Samuel Garcia III. along with their families. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM Friday, February 19, 2021 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM with Janie Jo Lopez and Martin Huerta officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Ignacio Stone, Raymond Garcia, Jr., Willie Quiroga, Jr., Samuel Garcia IV, Eddy Quiroga, Jr. and Jeremy Quiroga.
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Lynda Susan Garcia, 66, passed away November 17, 2020 in Katy, Texas. She was born in Palacios, Texas July 26, 1954 to the late Augustine Gonzalez and Josephine Ottino Gonzalez. Lynda was a beloved mother and wife, she enjoyed cooking and hosting for family and friends. She worked for Alief ISD Special transportation for 20 years amongst loved peers and friends. She was an incredible loving mother figure to many of her children’s friends over the years, where her house was the place to gather for food, laughs, and love. Ms. Garcia was preceded in death by her parents and brother John Anthony Gonzales She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Jesse Garcia; daughters, Lesley and Jessica; son, Jordan; brother, Augustine; and sisters, Stella and Rosemary, plus countless family and friends. The family will receive friends and relatives 1 pm Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral Services will begin at 2pm with Matt Springfield officiating. Interment will follow at the Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers for Lynda will be Jesse Garcia, Augustine Gonzales, Jr., Jordan Garcia, Erik Ravel, Hoang Nguyen, and Justin Gonzales.
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Bettye Joyce Gardner entered this life in Matagorda County as the first born child to China Mae Thompson. Throughout her life, Joyce’s vibrant personality was a natural draw for the people around her. She excelled in school and was an avid track and field competitor who graduated from Hilliard High School. After graduation, Joyce left Bay City to explore her talents in Los Angeles, California. Joyce was blessed with two lovely children, Ronald Edward Price, Jr. and Sandra Hucker. Later in Joyce’s life, she returned from her world travels back to Bay City to be with her mother and united with James H. Smith, Sr. Joyce enjoyed spending time with her family, advocating for her community, for equal rights, talking to her friends and attending motorcycle rallies. She was a kind person who was always positive, very determined and strong-willed. She shared everything she had with her family and very close friends. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. On September 27, 2020, Joyce traded her earthly life for eternal rest. She was preceded in death by her mother, China Mae Thompson, aunt, Grace Allen; her brother, Thurman Gardner; her cousins, Willie “Alice” Johnson and Corrine Ephran. Memories of Joyce’s loving journey will forever live in the hearts of her family, including her husband, James H. Smith, Sr.; son, Ron Price (Stephanie); daughter, Sandra Hucker; grandchildren, Chad Price (Diana); Cass Price (Kristen), and Devan Price; one great grandson, Amari Price; cousins, George Allen (Cathy) and their kids, Amanda and Gregory; plus, a host of other relatives and friends.
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November 2, 1958 - June 8, 2020
Lupe Louis Garza, 61, of Bay City, Texas was born November 2, 1958 to the late Santos and Genevieve Garza and departed this life June 8, 2020.
Visitation will be Thursday June 11, 2020 at Power Church in Bay City from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Funeral services for FAMILY ONLY will be Friday June 12, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Power Church, with burial following at Cedarvale North in Bay City.
Most precious memories entrusted to Mathews Funeral Home, Wharton, Texas; 979-532-2715. Mathews Funeral Home, Wharton, Texas Photo courtesy of Susie Adkins
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Stanley Eddie Genzer, Sr., 90, of Markham passed away November 24, 2020. He was born in Matagorda County on October 10, 1930, to the late Adolph and Ethel (Vavra) Genzer. He married the love of his life, Joyce Frick Genzer, on June 16, 1951 and remained devoted to her and their family for 69 years. One of his passions was twirling his “Cotton Top” either on the dance floor, in the kitchen, or wherever he would strike a tune. In his earlier years, Dad enjoyed fishing and floundering at Oyster Lake and deer hunting in Hondo. For 34 years, he farmed rice and soybeans in Palacios, Collegeport, and Buckeye. When tending to his soybeans, he enjoyed singing the Johnny Cash song, “Look at those beans!” Cooking was another passion. His homemade chicken noodle soup, dressing, BBQ, and beans were almost legendary and will be missed by all. He was a charter member of the Markham Volunteer Fire Department established in 1967. Their annual fund raiser earned him the title of Bean Master. His fellow firemen joked that he flavored the beans with his cigar ashes. In his later years, he traded his title of the family “king of washers” to the family “king of cornhole.” Dad always loved laughter and family gatherings. He served on the Tidehaven ISD school board for nine years. Education was a priority. When he started school, he could only speak Czech. Dad was an ESL student and didn’t even know it. Jokingly, he would say that he graduated from Ashby University. Dad was a member of the First Baptist Church. He upheld The Ten Commandments and cherished faith, family, and friends. Every night, he prayed in Czech and thanked the dear Lord for the many, many blessings He bestowed upon his family and his home. He was preceded in death by brothers, Irving, Adolph, Johnny, and Joe Allan, sisters Evelyn, Georgie Hahn, and twin Annie Mae Gates Miller. Dad is survived by his honey bear and wife, Joyce, sister Bernice Brunner Woodrow, brother Johnny Wayne Micah, children Jane Zapalac (Stephen), Stanley Genzer, Jr. (Joyce), and Jan Piwonka (Ronnie), grandchildren Zachary Zapalac (Jana), Juliane Zapalac Garcia (Aaron), Bryan Genzer (Eva), Nicole Tennant (Mike), Nathan Genzer, Wes Piwonka, and Hannah Garcia (Ken), great grandchildren Barrett and Payton Zapalac, Zane and Zander Garcia, Addison and Ella Tennant, Leila, Drake, and Landon Genzer, and Henley Garcia as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Services 10:30 am Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at Hawley Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required. Pallbearers will be his 7 grandsons: Bryan and Nathan Genzer, Zach Zapalac, Wes Piwonka, Mike Tennant, Aaron Garcia, and Ken Garcia. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Markham Volunteer Fire Department.
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Fort Worth, Texas - Samuel Fred Goodwin - 71 of Ft. Worth Texas, passed away October 8, 2020. He is now at peace with Our lord and savior Jesus Christ. He was born in Pensacola, Florida. At age one he moved to his mothers' home of Camden Arkansas where he was raised. He graduated from Camden HS in 1968. He graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in 1973, he then joined the US. Army where he spent 21 years and retired with the rank of Master Sergeant, He served in Desert Storm and while in battle over 1000 Iraqis surrendered to his unit with no shots being fired. He then spent 7 years in Saudi Arabia working as a technical advisor. After his return he went to works for South Texas Nuclear Station where he retired in 2015 with almost 20 years of service. Sam and his wife Mehert moved to Ft. Worth, TX that year and settled into retirement. Sam was active in the VFW in both Bay City and Ft. Worth. He will be missed by his wife of 44 years, Mehert from Eritrea. She became a U.S. citizen in 2018. he was also survived by his 1st Cousin Bruce Spurlock of Des Moines, IA. They lived as brothers. He was preceded in death by his mother Mildred Goodwin Spurlock, of Camden AR and Father Herold Goodwin of Sioux City, Iowa. Sam will be interred for eternity at the Dallas National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas Tx. 75211.
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Jason Dwayne Graham, 50, of Bay City, TX passed away suddenly on February 23, 2021. He was born March 23, 1970 in Wharton, TX He is survived by his loving parents Barbara Eastman Bevers and B.W. Bevers; daughters Kasie Gee (Dustin) and Kara Wangerin (Maddie), and grandson Kasen Gee. Other survivors include his grandmas Vernie Bowie of Cedar Lane and Leta Graham of Palestine; step-brother Brett Bevers of College Station; Aunt and Uncle Gary and Barbara Graham of Van Vleck; Aunts Gwen Graham of San Antonio and Liz Hardy of Richmond, as well as numerous cousins. Jason was preceded in death by his dad Earl Dwayne Graham; grandma Lillian Socha Graham; grandfathers Alton Graham, Melvin Eastman, and Philip Bowie. Jason was always a hardworking man. At a young age, he spent his summers working with his cattle and cutting hay for his hay business at Heart Bar Ranch. As a young teenager, he was given an opportunity to work at Wild Bill’s Western Wear for Bill Newton, whom he always admired. This then led him to working at Farmers Co-Op while completing his two years at the Wharton County Junior College. After the birth of his girls with his former wife Linda Smith, he dedicated nearly 30 years to Celanese (Oxea/OQ Chemicals). His closest friends and coworkers speak of his contagious smile and laugh. They have many stories about the way he has impacted their lives for the better. Everyone speaks about how lucky they are to have had him as a part of their life. He loved being a Grahampaw and watching his grandson Kasen play football and baseball. In his free time, you could also find him in the Clubhouse drinking a few cold ones with his friends. Jason had many accomplishments in his life and is incredibly missed. A private, family service will be held at a later date. In his memory, donations can be made to the Jason Graham Foundation at BayCel Country Club 2001 FM 3057 Bay City, TX 77414 for student scholarships.
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Phillip Thomas Graves passed away June 16, 2020. He was born January 28, 2014 in Bay City to Sarah Jean Crawford and Jacob Santos Graves. He is survived by his parents; his sister Alyssa Lillian Graves; grandparents Cecilia “Touche” Wise, Sean and Katie Crawford, Melissa Bridgewater and Celia Wise as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other family members who all loved him so much. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service be at 10:00 AM with Matt Springfield officiating.
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Mr. Charles Julius Green, one of Bay City’s pioneer citizens passed away this morning at 5:15 o’clock at his home, Fifth and Avenue L., after an illness of long standing. The funeral will be held from the Presbyterian Church this (Thursday afternoon) at 5 o’clock with burial immediately thereafter in Cedarvale. Decedent was born in Greenwood, Miss. Dec. 1853. He was married to Miss Ida Evelyn Fielding, Jan. 28, 1879 at Greenville, Miss., and moved to Texas some years later. The Green family moved to Bay City about 30 years ago and Mr. Green carried on a grocery business here for several years. Feeble health overtook him, however, and he retired from an active life several years ago. Mr. Green was the father of eight children, seven of whom with their mother survive. They are W. E. Green of Los Angeles, Calif., C. J. Green, Jr., of Tulsa, Okla.; S. F. of Ada, Okla.; DeWitt, of this city; Geralt of Matagorda; Mrs. C. W. McClelland of Brownwood and Mrs. J. E. Fox of this city. At an early age Mr. Green joined the Methodist Church and remained steadfast in the faith until the end. He made many strong friendships with the older citizens, but seldom was able to make the acquaintance of or mingle with those who came later. He was a quiet and retiring disposition and sought the peace and solace which only the home can give. Active pallbearers are Bert Carr, Frank Carr, J. D. Young, Bub Smith, T. A. Williams and Chas. Dickey. Honorary pallbearers are: John Corbett, Paul Lewis, John Reynolds, Mr. McCullough, Aaron Simon, Richard Carr, F. M. Sutton, J. R. Gusman, F. Huebner, Frank Thompson, Pat Thompson, P. Smith, Dr. B. L. Livengood, Dr. E. E. Scott, Mr. Linn and Jas. Britton. The Tribune joins the many friends of the family in an expression of sympathy in their loss of husband and father.
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Funeral Services for David Green, 92, of Cedar Lane, Texas will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 244 CR 160, Cedar Lane, Texas. There will be a viewing on Friday, November 20, 2020 at Shaun's Mortuary in Bay City from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing. If you would like to send flowers in memory of Mr. David Green, please visit www.shaunsmortuary.com. Final arrangements have been entrusted to Shaun’s Mortuary, 2702 J.P. Davis Avenue, Bay City, Texas 77414.
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Henry Green Jr., 90, of Bay City, Texas passed away on July 17, 2020 in Bay City. He was born in New Gulf, Texas, on March 6, 1930 to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Green Sr. Viewing and guest book registry will be on Friday, July 24, 2020 from 2 p. m. until 8 p. m. at the Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in Bay City. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 10 a. m. at the Jesus Free Will Holy Temple Church in Bay City. Burial will follow at Eastview Cemetery in Bay City. Survivors include a host of relatives and friends. Condolences may be shared with the family by fax at 979-245-1737. Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas; 979-245-5197.
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Jesse B. Green III, 74, of Katy, Texas passed away recently. Private family services and disposition will be held. Among his relatives locally, included a beloved aunt, (the late) Faye B. Roberts. Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas; 979-245-5197
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J. D. Greenawalt, 91, of Palacios, Texas, went to be with the Lord on September 29, 2020 after a short illness. He was born on May 5, 1929 in Edna, Texas to Albert Felix and Sadie Mae Hart Greenawalt. He was married to Isabel Louise Abrahamson Greenawalt on September 4, 1953. They just recently celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary. J. D. graduated from Palacios High School in 1947 and served in the United States Air Force from 1950 to 1954. He worked for Alcoa for over 30 years developing many life-long friendships there. J. D. was fiercely devoted to his wife and family. He gave credit to his wife Isabel for being the greatest influence for good in his life and said that she was the glue that held the family together. Dad was proud of his children, doted on his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved his many nieces and nephews. Virtues Dad was known for include honesty, fidelity, and a strong work ethic. Dad often talked about the value of a strong work ethic and he considered it a “redeeming virtue” for other character flaws. Dad had a gift for storytelling and he loved to laugh. We all knew his stories by heart. Because of Dad’s stories we had an idea what it was like to grow up during the depression, to live during the war years, and to see life as he experienced it. Through his stories we got to know our grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins in a more intimate way. We also gained a greater appreciation for the many friends who have made our lives so rich. If you were lucky enough to spend time with Dad at work, in a hunting camp, at a field trial, on the golf course, or any number of other activities…it is likely that you were in some of Dad’s stories. J. D. loved life and lived it to the full. He told his children that you live life every day and that you don’t wait until you retire to start living. Because of that philosophy, his family and friends are flooded with memories from all the things that he did with us and for us. Over the years his hobbies included field trialing (he especially loved dogs), hunting, boat racing, golf, and reading. Dad was especially well known as a dog trainer having raised and trained National Champion pointers. J. D. is survived by his beloved wife Isabel Louise Abrahamson Greenawalt, sons James Dwayne ( Beverly) Greenawalt, Mark Stephen (Linda) Greenawalt, daughter Susan Leigh Greenawalt, grandchildren Mark Ryan Greenawalt, John David (Stacy) Greenawalt, Darren Anthony Samora, Amy Lynn (Tony) Greenawalt Montes, Kristen Elizabeth (Dane) Greenawalt Kubecka, great-grandchildren Hannah Grace Montes, Matthew James Montes, Abby Lynn Montes, Sadie Faith Montes, Brooke Taylor Greenawalt, Shelby Lanae Greenawalt, Luke Mason Greenawalt, Bailey Elizabeth Kubecka, and Clint Andrew Kubecka. He was preceded in death by his daughter Diane Isabel Greenawalt, parents Albert Felix and Sadie Mae Hart Greenawalt, his brothers M.F. Greenawalt, Charles Ray Greenawalt, and Albert Felix Greenawalt. Services will be held on Friday, October 2, 2020 at 2 pm at First United Methodist Church of Palacios, Pastor David J. Moreno officiating. Interment will immediately follow in Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons Mark Ryan Greenawalt, John David Greenawalt, Darren Anthony Samora, Dane Andrew Kubecka, Tony Montes, granddaughters Amy Lynn Greenawalt Montes, Kristen Elizabeth Greenawalt Kubecka, and Stacy Lynn Bowers Greenawalt. Honorary pallbearer is Charles Gohmert. The life of a man cannot be summed up in an obituary. J.D. was a man’s man in the very finest sense of the word. Loving, generous, loyal, and to us…bigger than life. We thank Jesus, the author and sustainer of life, that he blessed us with Dad’s presence for 91 years.
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Lonnie Dean Greenawalt passed away on May 3, 2022 at HCA Southeast Hospital in Pasadena, TX at the age of 73. Lonnie is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Ray and Marjorie C. (Wendt) Greenawalt; and his sister, Sherri E. Wingard and brother, Charles Jeffery Greenawalt. He is survived by his wife of 49+ years, Judy along with his son, Charles and his wife, Kelly, and their children, Clay, Travis, Callista, Kaia, Ryder, Ansley and Cameron; his brothers, John (wife, Linda) Greenawalt and Kevin Greenawalt and sister, Carol (husband, Jason) Beal; nephews, Justin Greenawalt and Andrew (wife, Tina) Greenawalt; niece, Sarah Wingard, along with a host of friends. Lonnie was born on March 9, 1949 to Charles Ray and Marjorie Corinne (née Wendt) Greenawalt in Pecos, TX. Lonnie was the first of six children and spent his early years in Pecos before the family moved to Port Lavaca followed by Houston and then Palacios where he graduated from Palacios High School in 1968. Lonnie joined the United States Army on May 13, 1968. After basic training, he served one year in Germany then he spent his second year in Vietnam. Lonnie was honorably discharged on May 4, 1971 and happily joined the family in Waco, TX for a short time before joining his father in Alvin, TX as a painter for a couple of years. Then Lonnie went to Florida and utilized the GI Bill to obtain training and certification to became a Heavy Equipment Operator. When his son began working in a tower crane for higher wages, Lonnie quickly transitioned as well and did that until his retirement in 2013. On his 24th birthday (March 9, 1973), Lonnie married the love of his life, Judith Ann Korando. Judy had relocated from her family home in Chester, Illinois and was visiting with a friend when she met Lonnie and there was an immediate attraction and they began dating. Judy says Lonnie never really proposed but instead said “Well, are we getting married on your birthday or mine and I’d prefer mine”! On December 9, 1975, Lonnie and Judy welcomed their son, Charles Eugene Greenawalt and their family was complete. Lonnie’s unfailing work ethic served him well, but nothing kept him from being a Scout Master for Charles’ Boy Scout Troup #840 and making every meeting and event. Lonnie and Charles enjoyed many shared adventures while camping, hiking, and canoeing, and doing whatever was required to earn the next badge. Under his leadership, Charles attained the rank of Eagle Scout and Lonnie could not have been prouder of him. Lonnie was an avid reader but also loved fishing from an early age. His nightstand by the bed never lacked a stack of books. He amazed people by telling them he was simultaneously reading 4-5 books at the same time. He also loved to fish and was super excited when he purchased his boat. He and Judy, along with his brother, John, would frequently be up before dawn to make it to a favored fishing spot. They were not always successful in their fishing endeavors, but they always enjoyed being together and making special memories sharing jokes and stories about the ones that got away. Lonnie’s mind was forever seeking new knowledge and opportunities. When he worried about the declining construction industry, he enrolled in night school with the goal of getting his heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning certification. Before he could complete his training, the feared downturn happened, and he was unemployed. The only employment Lonnie could find was in New Jersey, so he bought a Merry Miler van and left his family in Houston and moved to the job site. He was allowed to use the electricity and water from the site in exchange for being the night security. He returned to Houston but in later years spent time working in Florida and Arizona when jobs in Houston were scarce. Lonnie was always looking for things to do after work and on weekends. When his son, Charles, brought home a wood Texas-shaped clock that he made in a wood shop class, Lonnie decided to start a side business and set up the garage to do woodwork. He and Judy produced Texas clocks, wall shelves, bookcases, and a variety of other products that they sold at Fairs and other events on weekends. Lonnie’s retirement project came about when Charles gave Judy a hibiscus for a special occasion. Lonnie started researching and planning and was soon in business growing hibiscus. Over a number of years and much frustration, Lonnie and Judy worked out all the myriad of details required to formulate the process of obtaining the rooted hibiscus in January, transplanting them to larger pots, watering and fertilizing them in February and finally selling them in March in “flash” sales on their driveway. Lonnie was a loving and devoted grandfather, although he was frequently given a warning look from Judy when he got the grandkids stirred up and hollering with his practical jokes. They called him PawPaw and he had a special relationship with each one of them. Lonnie and Judy attended almost all the various school events and activities, from choir concerts to football and basketball games. Having been on the high school football team himself, he especially enjoyed watching his grandsons playing football. When his grandson Travis earned a D1 athletic scholarship to play football for the HBU Huskies, PawPaw decided he would go to every game, and he did just that, driving from Houston New Mexico and then to Louisiana to attend games. And Travis always knew he was there when he heard Lonnie’s distinctive yell of “TRAAAVVVIS”. His grandson Ryder especially enjoyed spending time with him and begged to go to his house every day after school. Lonnie’s “little buddy” was allowed to negotiate time playing on Lonnie’s cell phone even after Lonnie found out Ryder ordered a helmet and several sets of gloves from Amazon without asking…and without Lonnie even realizing he knew how to do that! Lonnie impacted so many people throughout his life. It started when he was Scout Master and helped his son and other young men work through the ranks to achieve Eagle Scout. That progressed over the years to helping other young men get their first jobs. His tutelage and belief in them changed the rest of their lives. He was always patient with young people and helped them understand what they needed to do to succeed. Lonnie has left a legacy of love and he will be missed by so many. Visitation 10 – 11 a. m. Monday, May 9, 2022, Fairmont Park Church, 10401 Belfast Road, La Porte, Texas followed by the funeral service at 11 a. m.
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Linda Jean Corrie Greer, 78, of West Columbia, Texas passed from this life Sunday, January 10, 2021 at her home. She was preceded in death by her great love, Garold Leon Greer, after 62 years of marriage. Her mother, Jodi Catherine Prather Corrie; her father, Paul Lee Corrie; and her brother, Joseph Paul Corrie also await her in heaven. Linda is survived by her sister, Carol Lee Holt Corrie Cynova; children, Kellee Jean Greer Phillips Russom, and Richard Lee Greer and his wife Cherry Schumacher Greer; grandchildren, Joshua Ray Harley, Seth Michael Phillips, Aarron Matthew Phillips, Ramona Zimmermann, and Andre Manuel Zimmermann; and great-grandchildren, Aubree Michelle Phillips, Raelynn Faith Struthers and Tristin Blake Struthers. Linda worked as a typist, secretary and a legal secretary during her life. She worked for the Judge Advocate’s office at Fort Bragg, a clerk-typist for Civil Service at Fort Riley, multiple law firms including Fields and Fields, and finally 18 years at Girouard & Richardson as a legal secretary. She was active in the auxiliaries of the VFW West Brazos Post 8551, Special Forces Association, Chapter 39 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 271. But most importantly, Linda was loved. Loved by everyone she met. She was kind, caring and the gentlest of souls. Linda loved to bake, sharing cakes and pies with neighbors and friends as well as the VFW. She gave great hugs, was quick to pray when others had needs and was generous with her time. She was who her daughter hoped to be like when she grew up. Funeral arrangements are being made with Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in her name.
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Monetta Lee Gregurek, age 81, was a wonderful woman that was loved, is missed, and will always be cherished. She passed away peacefully February 18, 2021 after losing her battle with cancer. She was born November 25, 1939 to William B. Hubbard and Julia Tanner Hubbard. She was married on October 22, 1955 to the love of her life, Philip J. Gregurek, who preceded her in death in August of 2020. Dancing was one of their favorite past times, while attending many weddings Monetta and Philip would be one of the last couples dancing to the tradition of how long a couple was married. Monetta loved to have her family nearby, and was a dedicated wife, mother and Nana. She treasured her husband, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. From arm wrestling with her boys, throwing baseballs in the backyard to helping them work on the grass farm was something she did with love and pride. She embraced every moment with them. She always had cookies and treats out on her kitchen island for the grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her famous sweet ice tea was always fresh and in demand. There were many a mouth she fed over the years making sure they had a “full belly”. Each grandchild and great grandchild had their own special memory of Nana. Whether it was through her phenomenal cooking (blackberry cobbler, bohemian tacos, homemade salsa to name a few) or her special holiday gift bags that she made for her grandchildren and great grandchildren, she always made you feel special. She was the Queen to our Buffalo on our Barbeque team “The Wild Bunch” and even had her own signature BBQ sauce that was used every year that won many trophies. Joining in on the girl’s group “Beer around the World” only added to the fun and many memories were made. Her participation didn’t just stop there. She spent many a day mud racing with her boys by endlessly videoing each race. No wonder the sign on the back of the “Wild Turkey” race truck proudly says, “Thank You Mom”. For many years, she was an Avon lady and enjoyed visiting with all of her customers. She mentored all of us with her commitment and success as an Avon representative. She just had a way of making everyone feel that special. She was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Sweeny, TX. Monetta is survived by her sons and their families: Philip Jr. (Donna), Paul David (Kelly), and Mark Alan (Evette), grandchildren Philip Matthew Gregurek (Tabitha), Christopher Gregurek (Stephanie), Jayson Gregurek (Jessica), Yvonne McKnight (Brandon), David Lee Gregurek, Jeremy Yearout (Samantha), Chais Yearout (Liz), Julia Stock, Cody Filipp, and Cord Filipp. Nana was blessed with 10 great grandchildren: Zachary Philip Gregurek, Bradley Gregurek, Laynee Gregurek, Wyatt Gregurek, Connor Gregurek, Dakota Gregurek, Harper Gregurek, Damon McKnight, Emma Yearout, and Ella Yearout and 1 sweet angel in heaven, Evelyn Jane Yearout. We will forever be tied to our mother and Nana by the invisible heartstrings called love. Mrs. Gregurek’s grandsons will be serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family will be on Monday, March 1, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of C.T. Baker & Sons Funeral Home, West Columbia, TX., with a rosary to recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services be on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of C.T. Baker & Sons Funeral Home, West Columbia, TX. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, TX. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 310 N. McKinney in Sweeny, TX. 77480 Masks or facial coverings are required.
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On Saturday, August 29, 2020, Philip Joseph Gregurek Sr., passed away at the age of 84. Philip was born on March 12, 1936 in Frydek, Austin County, Texas to Leopold Paul Gregurek and Sophia Vysocky Gregurek. On October 22, 1955 he married Monetta Lee Hubbard. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for many years, most of which he was employed by Townsend Lease and Southern Louisiana Oil Company in Bay City, Texas. He retired from Brazoria County after working there 10 years. Philip had a passion for motors, trucks, and racing. In his younger days he raced in his #9 on the half mile tracks. Some of his favorite days were spent in the barn working on mud trucks with his sons. He was also a super gardener and was proud of the abundance of vegetables he was so generous to share. He enjoyed watching sports, especially the Bulldogs and college teams, when he had sons or grandsons playing. A trip to deer camp was a guarantee that many funny stories would follow him home. For many years he was the King of the Wild Bunch BBQ team (family and friends) at the Brazoria County Fair. Philip made sure that anyone who came into the tent was fed, entertained, and no one left hungry. Philip was preceded in death by his mother and father, brother Victor, and sister Pauline. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Monetta; his children, Philip Jr. (Donna), Paul David (Kelly), and Mark Alan (Evette); and grandchildren; Matthew Gregurek (Tabitha), Christopher Gregurek (Stephanie), Jayson Gregurek (Jessica), Yvonne McKnight (Brandon), David Lee Gregurek, Jeremy Yearout (Samantha), Chais Yearout (Liz), Julia Stock, Cody Filipp, and Cord Filipp. Paw Paw was blessed with 10 great-grandchildren, Zachary Philip Gregurek, Bradley Gregurek, Laynee Gregurek, Wyatt Gregurek, Connor Gregurek, Dakota Gregurek, Harper Gregurek, Damon McKnight, Emma Yearout, and Ella Yearout. Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at C. T. Baker & Sons Funeral Home in West Columbia from 6:00 pm until 7:00 pm with a rosary being recited at 7:00 pm. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Thursday, September 3, 2020 also at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck.
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Joe Guajardo, Jr., 74, of Bay City, passed away July 26, 2020. He was born December 4, 1945 in Mission, TX to Guadalupe Guajardo, Sr. and Hortencia Torres Guajardo. Joe is preceded in death by his parents and brother, George Luis Guajardo. He is survived by his wife Liova “Lee” Garcia Guajardo; children Joe Guajardo III, Jerry Guajardo, Albert Figueroa and wife Sandra, Diana Figueroa and Kera Tovar and husband Juan; sisters Hortencia Castro and husband John Michael Castro, and Elena Guajardo; grandchildren Jaret, Gigi, Tiffany and Eloy; great-grandchildren Matthew, Daniel, Caleb & Grace, four nephews and 2 nieces. In his spare time, Joe enjoyed watching football and novelas (Spanish shows). Joe had an infectious personality and smile that made him so many friends and would enjoy brief conversations with all those that stopped by while Poncho’s was open. He especially loved the family gathering, laughing, talking and solving the world’s problems. He always cherished the time he got to spend with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Graveside services are 2:00 pm Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck with Pastor Lane ParDue officiating . Masks/face coverings are required, and social distancing guidelines will be observed. Bay City Tribune, July 29, 2020 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Ray C. Guerra aka “Rabbit” 73, of Bay City, TX passed away February 8, 2021. He was born October 22, 1947 in Cuero, TX to Carlos Guerra and Luisa Mejias Guerra. Ray is preceded in death by his parents; wife Nancy Luera Guerra, and daughter Sarah Guerra. He is survived by sons Reynaldo Guerra and Mac Guerra; sisters Lydia Galindo, Elife Driver, Ader Guillen and Hilda Fletcher; brothers Carlos Guerra and Rick Guerra; cousins Stevien Mejias, Norman Mejias, Diana Mejias, Sandra Barrera, Doris Munguia and Victor Mejias; 13 grand children and 4 great-grandchildren. The Rosary will be recited 9:30 am Monday, February 15, 2021 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Mass will begin at 10:00 am with Fr. Gabriel Espinosa officiating. Interment will follow at Midfield Cemetery. Pallbearers are Norman Mejias, Sr., Dylan Ledwig-Guerra, Joel Mejias, Isaac Barrera, Norman Mejias, Jr., and Jayson Leland Mejias. Honorary Pallbearers are Alex & Collin Guerra, Victor Mejias and Daniel Guerra.
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Nathan Gregory Gunn, 51, of Van Vleck passed away July 24, 2020. He was born April 9, 1969 in Mobile, Alabama to Nathan Paul Gunn and Beverly Kay Collier Gunn. Nathan loved fishing, hunting, playing the guitar, doing anything creative, spending time with his family, being a "Papa" and doing anything he could for others. He was one of the kindest, most generous souls anyone could ever meet and he was beloved by all who knew him. Anyone who met him could tell you that there was nothing that meant more to him than his family- especially his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife Susan Wightman Gunn; his parents Nathan Paul Gunn and Beverly Collier Gunn; daughter Samantha Elliott & husband Chase; son Brandon Gunn & wife Rebecca; daughter Hunter Gunn; sister Paula Ramirez & husband Mark; brother Randy Gunn & wife Sanette; nieces Miranda Orsak, Rylah Gunn & Alyssa Ramirez; nephews Brock Orsak & Ryder Gunn; grandchildren Ollyver Gunn, Isabelle Grizzle, Ayden Gunn, Dexter Elliott & Madilyn Elliott. No services are planned at this time.
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Ella Louise Jacobs Guttenberger was born in Nacogdoches, TX on August 10, 1934 to Donald and Bessie Jacobs. She passed away on September 23, 2020. Louise grew up in a home that consisted of 9 girls. She went all the way through school in Nacogdoches and graduated from Nacogdoches High School in 1953. She was determined to be the first in her family to graduate from college. She enrolled in Stephen F. Austin University and worked her way through college to graduate in 1957 and later ended up graduating from the University of Houston with her Master’s Degree. Louise took her first teaching job in the Tidehaven School District where she taught fifth grade for sixteen years. She had a love for art; so, when offered a job teaching elementary school art, she accepted a job in the Palacios School District where she would teach for twenty years. She retired after a thirty-six-year career. Still interested in education she became a member of Matagorda Co. Retired Teachers Association where she served as secretary for a number of years. She loved art and found her love in painting fine china, she took lessons and joined two porcelain arts clubs in Victoria and Edna. She later would teach painting classes and enjoyed this hobby for forty years. She looked forward to state conventions where she could always learn new things and meet other china painters. Louise became a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church soon after moving to Matagorda Co. to teach. She served on the Altar Guild, taught Sunday School, served on the Vestry and was a member of Daughters of the King. After moving to Bay City in 1998, she became a member of St. Mark’s and continued to serve until her health would not permit. She married Bob in 1964 at St. John’s in Palacios. They met while teaching in Blessing. Their students really helped to bring them together. She loved when they would run into former students at the American Legion in Blessing. This year they celebrated 56 wonderful years together. Louise is survived by her husband, Bob; daughter and son in law Martha and Nathan Cashion; grandson Cole Cashion; and a very special niece, Sheila Keith, as well as a host of nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her eight sisters. Funeral service will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church with Rev. Jack Meyer officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rick Rakestraw, Pat Fox, Robin Stanley, Cole Cashion, Rusty Atkinson and Karl Keith. If attending, please wear face coverings and practice safe social distancing. Memorials may be made to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 2200 Avenue E, Bay City, TX 77414 or St. John’s Episcopal Church, PO Box 895, Palacios, TX 77465 Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Marker photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Ofelia B. Guzman, 90, of Bay City, passed away July 12, 2020. She was born July 25, 1929 in Old Gulf, TX to Donanciano Bustos and Estefana Martinez Bustos. Ofelia is preceded in death by her parents; husband Anselmo Guzman; daughters Aurora Cano and Lucy Guzman; sons Anselmo Guzman, Jr.; sister Irene Suarez, and brother Richard Bustos, Sr. She is survived by daughters Gloria Montero, Linda Moreno and husband Juan and Delia Soto and husband Felipe; sons Juan “Johnny” Guzman and wife Eva, and Richard Guzman; 26 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at the Nazareth Methodist Church with Rev. Frank Paz officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Juan Moreno, Jr., Angel Moreno, Victor Martinez, Jr., Jose Antonio Murillo, Jr., Danny Montero and Benjamin Lopez. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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