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Elizabeth Ann Gaas of Prairie Hill, Texas, passed away at her home on August 12, 2024. She was born on January 27, 1954, in Bay City, Texas. The family will have a private burial in Prairie Hill, Texas, followed by a Celebration of her life at 1p.m., Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Grace Gardens Funeral Home in Woodway, with a time of reception after the service. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Murphy Whiddon; her parents, Betty and Frank Gaas; and a brother, Paul Alan Gaas. She leaves behind her beloved family and a host of friends to celebrate her sharp wit, prodigious intellect, and quirky collections that showcased her interest in anything and everything on the planet. Elizabeth was a voracious reader from a young age. She was a National Merit Finalist at Bay City High School and went on to graduate from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science and a Masters in Psychology. While working toward her Ph.D., Liz was an Associate Professor of Psychology at UT Arlington. She also attended Southwestern Medical School. Earlier in life Liz held a wide variety of jobs and took pride in being self-reliant and fiercely independent. A natural scholar, Liz was adept at arguing for the sake of seeking truth, using knowledge from her background and medical and government work. While her background was theoretical, her applied knowledge was astonishing in understanding human nature. Elizabeth had a wide circle of friends and often traveled the continental U.S. in a sketchy vehicle equipped with enough food and survival gear to handle any coming zombie apocalypse. After marriage to Michael, Liz enjoyed finding unique ‘boutique’ motels in small Texas towns off the beaten path, attending strange festivals celebrating minor events, and seeking out weird monuments commemorating local lore. She owned an antique store in Groesbeck, Texas, with an emphasis on vintage jewelry and gemstones. Elizabeth and Michael loved small town living and enjoyed their close-knit community in Prairie Hill. No Gaas Christmas Day was complete without Elizabeth blowing in the front door like a holiday typhoon with wrapped boxes and the history behind every gift. She was a combination of practical and fanciful, one of a kind. She leaves behind three brothers to grieve her passing, Richard (Lyn), Patrick (Carol), and Christopher (Annette); as well as a host of nieces and nephews that were fascinated by their vibrant Auntie Liz; and extended family. As a woman who valued her family and friends above all else, Elizabeth will be remembered and missed deeply by those who knew her. Donations can be made in Elizabeth’s honor to Prairie Hill Baptist Church, 5152 FM 339, Prairie Hill, Texas 76678.
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Heaven gained a special angel Saturday, March 23, 2019. Paula Arrington Galindo passed away due to complications of Multiple Sclerosis. Paula was born in Kingsville, TX on April 22, 1961, to W. J. “Dub” and Pauling Arrington. She spent her young life growing up and attending schools in Palacios. Upon graduation she went to Wharton Jr. College where she received a degree in Nursing. Paula entered a life-long nursing career in Labor and Delivery. She began her career in Wharton and then moved to Victoria. Finally, she found her home in Houston at Texas Woman’s Hospital. For the next 30 years she worked her way up from an L & D nurse to Nurse Manager for Labor and Delivery. She retired in August 2013. Paula touched many lives over 35+ years serving mothers and their babies. Paula is preceded in death by her parents W. J. and Pauline Arrington. She is survived by her husband Paul; daughter, Madeline; grand daughter Adalina; step-daughter Lauren (Jonathan); step-grand sons Conner, Caleb and Carter, all of Katy, TX. Sister Charlotte (Dave) Hiltabrand from Houston, TX; nephew Ryan (Ashley) Hiltabrand; and great niece Shelby Hiltabrand, all of Cypress, TX. Paula will be remembered for her love of family and nursing, her compassion, and her great sense of humor. She was an amazing, courageous, gifted, and loving woman. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed. A special thank you to Hospice nurses Kelly, James and Missy. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in her name to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
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Mary Jane Perez Galvan, 68, of Blessing passed away on October 20, 2024. She was born April 25, 1956 in Goliad, Texas to the late Epifanio Perez and Estephana Gutierrez Perez. Mary Jane Galvan, was better known as “Meme”, to not only to her grandkids, but to extended family members who appointed her the name. She was a pillar in her community. Mrs. Galvan dedicated 36 years of work to Tidehaven ISD. Seeing many different generations of Tigers roam the halls. Her time away from Tidehaven was spent serving at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blessing, TX, However, despite Mary Jane’s love for her school and church, her favorite pastime was spending time with her grandkids. She balanced a busy schedule of not only serving her school and church, but also making time to attend many of her grandkids’ extracurricular events, no matter the location. The time she did allocate to herself was well spent tending to her garden while nurturing many pots and plants. Her selflessness knew no end. Mary Jane was known to care for and feed all her animals, while also rescuing many stray animals and nursing them back to health. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Gloria Garcia and two brothers, Guadalupe Perez and Albert Perez. Survivors include her husband Migel Galvan; daughter Margaret Ann Galvan (Dionicio Morales); sons Migel Angel Galvan (Janie) and Marcus Antonio Galvan (Laura); sisters Alice Figirova (Joe), Margaret Garza (Alex) and Rosa Garza; brothers Pablo Perez and Augustine Perez; grandchildren Leighton Galvan, Isiah Morales, Bryce Galvan, Cade Galvan, Destiny Morales, Desirae Morales, Boogie Galvan, Jaeda Bueno, Addison Galvan, Marcus Galvan, Victoria Galvan and Isabella Galvan; great grandchildren Jace Galvan, Levi Galvan-Heidrich and Raven Galvan and numerous nieces and nephews. A rosary will be recited at 6:30 PM Monday, October 28, 2024 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blessing. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Leighton Galvan, Isiah Morales, Bryce Galvan, Cade Galvan, Boogie Galvan, Marcus Galvan, Steven Caballero, Bubba Quinn and Kale Russell.
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Norma Jean Galvez at the age of 66, joined her Lord and Savior on July 29th, 2023. She passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Palacios, Texas on January 28th, 1957 to the late John H. Rodriguez and Mary Rosario Mayorga Rodriguez. Norma was mother to Juan Antonio Galvez Jr. And Eric Michael Galvez. She raised her children in Bay City, Texas were she taught them respect, values, and mostly faith. As a Sales Consultant, Norma was known for her big smile and for being a Million Dollar Consultant. Her hobbies included shopping, spreading the Word of God, and spending time with family. Norma led a vibrant life, excelling in her career and sharing her faith openly to every and anyone. She is survived by her sons Juan Antonio Galvez Jr.(Priscilla) , Eric Michael Galvez.(Marissa); sisters Lucy Groves, Pat Rodriguez, and Liz Rodriguez; brother Johnny L. Rodriguez; Grandchildren Brelynn, Toni, Brooklynn, Trae, Ty, Alliyah, Michael, Anthony, Abrial, Aundrea, Ayrikah, and Avery and her great grandchildren Nichole and Rae’Ivan. In addition to her parents; Norma was preceded in death by her sisters; Diana, Sylvia and Linda. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in Wadsworth Texas at Word of Life Church on August 5th, 2023 at 10am.
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Alex Garcia (87) was born on April 27, 1937 in Palacios, Texas to the late Santos and Ramona Garcia, and entered eternal rest on July 11, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ramona and Santos Garcia, brothers Edward “Lalo” Garcia, Crescencio “Chencho” Garcia, and infant son, Vincent. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Vicenta Agnes Garcia; sisters Janie (Rufus) Orozco, Phyllis “Mata” Rodriguez, Lucy (Alfred) Estraca, and Emilia “Flor” (Albert) Garcia; his seven children, Alex (Nellie) Garcia, Lysa Palmisano (Larry), Vicky (Mike) McDaniel, Vincent Sr. (Becky) Garcia, Yvette Garcia (Abraham), Armand (Ken) Howard, Jude (Patty) Garcia, 15 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, and numerous other family members. Alex was a devoted family man, known by all for his kindness, compassion, and witty humor. He spent his life in Palacios, where he was an electrician for various local plants in the surrounding areas and made many lifelong connections and friendships. A rosary will be recited at 5:30 PM Thursday, July 18, 2024 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM Friday, July 19, 2024 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alex Garcia, Vincent Garcia Sr., Armand Howard, Jude Garcia, Tony Garcia, Joe Garcia. Honorary Pallbearers will be Vincent Garcia Jr., Jude Garcia.
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Ann Nell Burns Gann passed away April 3, 2023. She was born June 26, 1936 in Robstown, Texas to the late John Moody Burns and Grace Lee Harrison Burns. Her father worked for General Telephone Co. and was often transferred to various towns. She was the “New Girl” in school in Goose Creek, Palacios, back to Robstown, Dalhart, Jourdanton and San Antonio where she graduated from Brackenridge High School in 1954. She then attended Texas Women’s University in Denton, TX for one semester and transferred to Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos, graduating in May, 1958 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Home Economics. She was active in student life serving as a Cheerleader in 1957 and was recognized by Who’s Who Among Students in Colleges and Universities in 1957-1958. She married her college sweetheart, Jim Gann, June 7, 1958. They moved to Bishop, TX where she taught 4th grade while completing her Master’s Degree in Elementary Education which she received in 1961 from Texas A & I in Kingsville. During this time a daughter, Denise Diane was born. Ann Nell’s husband Jim was transferred with Celanese bringing them to Bay City in 1961. A son, Dennis Neal Was born in 1963. Ann Nell’s teaching career included an “in-home” Gann’s Kindergarten. She also taught grade school and Jr. High classes as well as BCISD Elementary Language Arts Coordinator. She was recognized as an Outstanding Secondary Educator of America in 1975 and named Educator of the Year at BCISD in 1985. She also taught adult and children Sunday School classes for 12 years at Bay City’s First Methodist Church in addition to having served as Chairman of the Altar Guild, Chairman of the Kitchen Committee, served on Church Council, Finance Committee, Bereavement Committee and was a member of the choir for several years + past member of the Bell Choir. She retired from teaching in 1990 and became a Realtor-Associate for the next 6 years and served on the Bay City Library Board as an officer. Beyond that she said, “I serve my church, I serve my family and other than that, I’m just a very happy Bum!!!” In Ann Nell’s retirement years, she enjoyed traveling with friends & family. She was her husband’s fishing partner for several decades. She loved to compete in fishing tournaments and won many awards fishing with her female team, most especially “Lingerie on the Bay” tournament. Most of all she relished the love she experienced spending time with family. Survivors include her husband, James Neal Gann; daughter Denise Strong & David (Husband); son Dennis Gann & Leslie (Wife); sister Garnett Dornak; grandchildren Lacey Gann, Garret Gann, Triston Strong, Chloe Gann and Collin Gann as well as great grandchildren Grace Nelson, Walker Buckley and Paisley Gann. Visitation will begin at 12:00 Noon Friday, April 7, 2023 at the First Methodist Church in Bay City. Funeral Service will be at 1:00 PM with Rev. Chris McNeill officiating. Pallbearers will be Alex Buckley (Grandson in Law), Jeff Dornak (Nephew), Garret Gann (Grandson), Matt McCabe (Grand Nephew), Sam McCabe (Nephew) and Triston Strong (Grandson). Grave side service will be held at the Matagorda Cemetery. Immediately following “A Celebration of Life” will be held at the “Storm Shack” walking distance from the Cemetery.
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Anthony James Garcia Sr., 43, of Bay City passed away from this life on April 2, 2023. He was born July 17th, 1979, in Bay City, Texas to Rose T. Garcia and the late Ezequiel D. Garcia Jr. Anthony was a person who lived a quiet life; in a sense, he stayed to himself, but maintained a love for his family and overall kindness to people that he made contact with. He was involved in many things throughout his life, a love for cars, especially showing off those fancy rims, his caps, his shoes, and his "bling " as he called it. His smile and laugh, that made him irresistible to be around with. After graduating from high school, he worked many jobs and did them all well. As he grew to a young man, he wanted to be like his father, he learned to drive the big rigs (18 wheelers) with such great accuracy, he found out that he had the "gift " to drive, during his down time he loved to play those (loud) games and watch wrestling in his room, this was his sanctuary (a place of peace for him.) As time passed life brought challenges but he overcame them. His most important mission was to take care of his mother and do the best for his children. There is so much more to be said but his memory will remain, after all this is all, we have left. He was preceded in death by his father Ezequiel D. Garcia Jr. Survivors include his mother, Rose T. Garcia, daughter Gabrielle Renay Garcia; son Anthony James Garcia Jr.; son Ezequiel James Garcia; son Khyson M. Guevara; brother Ezequiel T. Garcia III and wife Charlotte Garcia; sister Jennifer Garcia and Coy Broadwater, Victor Rodriguez, (he called dad); nephew Ronald Lee Gomez Jr, wife Adriana Gomez, great-niece Esme Gomez; great nephews Isaiah Gomez and Israel Gomez; niece Kaitlyn Gomez, fiance' Blaine Grizzle and many cousins, co-workers, friends, aunts and uncles. All will miss him dearly. A memorial service in honor of his life will be at the Church of God of Prophecy (Northside Chapel); 2711 Carey Smith Blvd. in Bay City, Texas, on Saturday, April 29th, 2023, at 2:00pm. With Pastor Ezequiel T. Garcia III officiating. Interment at Cedarvale Cemetery will be private. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Marker photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Augustina “Tina” Garcia, 81, of Palacios passed away peacefully on February 27, 2023. She was born December 3, 1941 in Victoria County, Texas to the late Eduardo McDonald and Maria Sostenas Costante McDonald. Tina was an only child, raised by her elderly grandfather, William McDonald, on the Lowry Ranch in Victoria. Her mother had died when Tina was two and her father was busy working on the ranch. Her grandfather home-schooled her until she was about 13 when she went to work in a Victoria restaurant where she learned to cook, and her love for cooking began. Many loved her cooking as she always had the stove going and would cook – not just a snack – but a full meal for anyone who stopped by the house. She had no care for their age, race or status; she cooked for them all. Her children’s friends treated her house as the gathering place where they could get food..., some caring and loving as well. Her five children rejoiced in a special birthday treat of their favorite dish, custom-made exactly the way they wanted it. She became a seafood culinary expert too when her husband had a Shrimping business here in Palacios. Her tamales attained a city-wide legendary status, with folks placing orders and coming by at all times of the day. She was a natural care-giver, taking in another three children as well as her own. She assumed nursing duties for a teen-age girl immobilized in a car accident and coaxed her back to a walking state in about four years. Besides nourishing the people immediately around her, she took the role of recreation facilitator at both the Bay City and Palacios Friends of Elder Citizens groups. Towards the end of her life, after a paralyzing stroke put her in a nursing home at a relatively young age, she helped many of her fellow residents transition from this life to the next, comforting the families as their special person went through the hospice process. Perhaps it was the early death of her mother and her reliance on her grandfather that made her sensitive to, and appreciative of, death and the elderly. She favored herself, when possible, with music and dancing. She spent many hours over a poker table and listening to a Bingo caller boom out the numbers. Her life was characterized by grit and determination, and self-resilience. She made the best of whatever Life would throw her way, no matter what it was. “We can do it,” she would say. And then she would. Survivors include daughters Rosemary Perez (Danny) and Donna Marie Brune (Kenny) and sons Albert Pena, Jr., Richard Pena and Joe Pena (Melissa); grandchildren Tabitha Perez, Seth Perez (Monica), Albert Pena III, Tina Pena, Joie Love Pena and Joe Pena, II, Lance Brune, Lauren Gerald (Dane), and great-grandchildren Seth Perez, Jr., Trinity Perez, Phoebe Perez and Zachary Perez, Fayth Pena, Albert Pena IV, Angelina Pena, Nathan Pena, Jadon Williams, Janessa Johnson and Skyler Gerald. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Friday, March 3, 2023 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM with Rev. Eric Young officiating. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Seth Perez, Albert Pena, Jr., Albert Pena, III, Joe Pena II, Skyler Gerald, Henry Garcia. Honorary pallbearer is Lance Brune. Her family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to IPH Hospice and the staff of Matagorda Nursing and Rehab for their loving care.
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In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Mary Garcia. Survivors include daughters Debbie Garcia and Alice Kalina (Billy); sons Henry Garcia (Rebecca) and Steven Garcia (Lecinda); sisters Pauline Gomez and Janie Penland (Johnny); brother Joe Garcia (Carol); grandchildren Aaron Mills, Henry Garcia, Jr., Samantha Rocha, Sara Eaton, Brent Garcia, Brandon Garcia, Jacqulyn Brandes, Wiliam Kalina, Isabella Kalina, Vincent Garza, Alejandro Garza, Catalina Garza and Trey Longoria and great grandchildren Lane Brandes, Jace Brandes, Faylynn Garcia, Brinleigh Garcia, Eva, Rosaleigh, Adalina and Hannah Rocha and Lyla Eaton. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Saturday, May 11, 2024 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Aaron Mills, Trey Longoria, William Kalina, Alejandro Garza, Vincent Garza, Brandon Garcia and Ben Rocha.
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Francisco "Panchito" "Tata" Garcia, aged 87, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024. Born on March 19, 1936, in Cameron County, Texas, he was the son of the late Jorge Garcia and Manuela Garcia. Surviving him are his daughters: Gloria J. Martinez of Palacios, Sarah Ayala of Weslaco, and Lucy Ayala (Juan Manuel) of Mercedes; sons: George Garcia (Francis) of Mercedes, and Frank Garcia (Rosie) Mercedes; stepchildren, John Martinez of Palacios, Angelo Martinez (Linda) of N. Carolina, Dominga Alaniz of Palacios, Benita Moreno (Hilario) Princton, and Petra Ochoa of Edna. Francisco is survived by a number of grandchildren, including Raquel Eufracio Ramirez (Santiago) from California, Vanessa Eufracio Olivarez (Mike) from Bryan, Cristal Martell from Palacios, Nicki Le from Victoria, and Javier Ayala Jr. (Elida) from Weslaco, and Abel Ayala (Esmeralda) of Weslaco. Additionally, he is survived by a step-grandchild, Isabella Alaniz from Bay City, and a cherished great-grandchild, Donavan Ramirez from California. His legacy also includes several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Francisco's cats and dogs will also dearly miss him. Visitation will commence on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 5 pm at the Asamblea Apostolic Nueva Cosecha, 710 8th St, Palacios, TX 77465, followed by a Prayer Service at 6 pm. The visitation will continue Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 9 am, with a Funeral Service scheduled for 10 am at the same location. The burial will take place at Palacios Cemetery. Preceded in death by his loving wife Juanita Martinez Garcia, both Parents, brother George Garcia. The pallbearers will include Javier Ayala Jr., Alexis Quintanilla, Frank Garcia, George Garcia, Robert Rocha, Isaac Garcia, and George Garcia Jr. Serving as a Honorary Pallbearer will be Donavon Ramirez. Under the care of Angel Lucy’s Funeral Home, Port Lavaca. 361-552-2300.
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Germán García-Abonce, 61, of Bay City, Texas, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024, in Sugar Land, Texas. He was born on December 9, 1962, in Mexico, to Aurelio Garcia and Hermalinda Abonce. Hoy quiero empezar diciendo gracias al señor por avernos dado la oportunidad de tener una gran familia, la familia que formó mi padre con mi preciosa madre. Por todas las enseñanzas que nos dieron y por avernos dado todo el amor. Gracias señor por todos estos años que pasamos juntos. No perdimos a un esposo, ún padre, un hermano, un amigo, si no nos ganamos un angel en el cielo. Yo savia que mi padre era el mejor padre y que muchas personas lo querían y respetaban pero no savia que era un ejército de ángeles que dejaron caer sus bendiciones sobre nuestra familia. Gracias por ayudarnos a cargar nuestra cruz en estos momentos tan difíciles que estamos pasando mi madre y mis hermanos. Gracias a los ángeles de la tierra por no dejarnos caer y por querer tanto a mi madre, pero sobre todo a mi dios que cuida tanto de ella, por esa fortaleza que le da, su gracia y sabiduría e inteligencia. Hasta en su último suspiro de mi padre ella lo guió por el camino de la luz eterna. Gracias madre por todo el amor que tuvimos para nuestro padre, por enseñarnos todo el amor que juntos nos regalaron a mis hermanos y a mi. Gracias señor por esa luz que nos regalaste, somos bendecidos por la familia que nos regalaste junto a mi padre y mi madre sin duda la mejor. Señor hoy quiero pedirte tu bendición para todos nosotros la familia Garcia-Sierra, mi madre Josefina Garcia-Sierra, Germán García-Sierra, Manuel García-Sierra, Fernando García-Sierra, Diego García-Sierra y José Garcia-Sierra. Gracias señor por ayudarnos a cargar con nuestra cruz. Gracias a los familiares y amigos de mi padre, por su presencia. Gracias a los familiares de mi madre, sus hermanos, primos y amigos por su presencia. Les damos gracias a todos los presentes y no presentes, por todo lo que hicieron por nosotros desde el fondo de nuestros corazones la familia Garcia-Sierra les damos las gracias. The family will receive relatives and friends for visitation from 9:00-10:00am Monday, March 25, 2024, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City. The Holy Rosary will be recited at 9:30am, with Mass of Christian Burial beginning at 10:00am with Father Gabriel Espinosa officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers for Mr. Garcia will be Germán García-Sierra, Manuel García-Sierra, Fernando García-Sierra, Diego García-Sierra, and José García-Sierra.
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Veronica Garcia 42, of Bay City, TX, passed away April 23, 2024. She was born March 1982 in Mexico to Jose Garcia Leon and Maria L. Ramirez. Veronica in preceded in death by her husband, her father, and her son Salvador Chavez, Jr. She is survived by her mother; daughter Belen Chavez; son Eduardo Chavez Garcia; sisters Susana Garcia, Azucena Garcia and Martha Garcia; brothers Jose Juan Garcia, Rocio Garcia, Ramiro Garcia, and grandson Josiah Chavez. The Rosary will be recited 9:30 am Monday, April 29, 2024 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will begin at 10:00 am with Deacon Guadalupe “Wally” Rodriguez officiating.
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Virginia Garcia, 69, of Bay City passed away January 14, 2023. She was born December 26, 1954 to the late Isidro Alejo and Agustina Villagomez Alejo. The greatest wife, mother, and grandmother to a bunch of hooligans that invaded her kitchen every Sunday morning looking for her delicious food. Survivors include her husband Joaquin Garcia; daughters Romelia Martinez (Jose) and Rosa Maria Amezquita (Hector); sons Jorge Garcia, Juan Garcia (Margarita), Enrique Garcia (Gloria) and Jesus Garcia (Blanca), Jose Refugio Alejo ; sister Belen Alejo; brother Israel Alejo and 19 grandchildren. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Saturday, January 20, 2024at 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 will be Jorge Garcia, Juan Garcia, Enrique Garcia, Jesus Garcia, Mauricio Garcia and Jorge Luis Garcia.
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LaVerne Krobot Garner, 88, of Van Vleck, TX went to be with her Lord & Savior on April 28, 2024. She was born October 12, 1935 in Needville, TX to the late Alfred & Hulda Kettler Leissner. She was raised on a cotton farm in Damon. She graduated from Needville High School where she was voted Miss Beautiful by the Class of 1953. LaVerne was a long-time member of Emmanuel Church of Christ in Needville. She was baptized, confirmed, and married in that church. LaVerne worked at Fort Bend Federal Savings & Loan in Rosenberg, Rugeley Motor Company in Bay City and Van Vleck ISD in the tax office and as a secretary until she retired in 1998. In 1956 she married Irvin Krobot and together they had four amazing children. On March 8, 1998 she married Stony Garner and they remained at each other’s side until his death. She devoted her life to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and raised her children to do the same. It was her strong Faith that got her through all the trials during her life. LaVerne always had a smile on her face. She never met a stranger. She was encouraging, confident, and faithfully prayed for her family until the very end. LaVerne enjoyed playing dominoes, being with family, taking her grandchildren fishing and crabbing, traveling with friends and dancing to country music and Elvis songs. Her family remembers her rocking her children and grandchildren to sleep singing or humming Jesus Loves Me. Nothing made her prouder than to see the successes of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. LaVerne was a loving wife, mother, and grandma. She was preceded in death by her husbands, parents, brother and sister-in-law, Dennis and Donna Leissner, and grandson-in-law, Stephen Matchett. She is survived by her four children, son Mark Krobot (Lisa) of Bay City, daughter Kim Johnson (Bob) of Flowery Branch, GA, daughter Kristi Champion (Shannon) of Van Vleck and daughter Korri Weldon (Ray) of Bulverde, TX and twelve grandchildren, Amy Hackworth (Matt), Kyle Krobot (Chelsie), Lauren Hipp (Jordan), Nicole Davis (Corey), Blake Johnson (Katie), Taylor Johnson (Katherine), Bailey Grizzard (Keller), Chase Champion (Jillian), Chet Champion, Macy Weldon, Trace Weldon, and Kaci Weldon. She is also survived by thirteen Great Grandchildren; Lakyn Matchett, Laynee Matchett, Kayla Hackworth, Piper Krobot, Cooper Krobot, Callie Hipp, Rhyan Davis, Landon Davis, Griffin Johnson, Elizabeth Johnson, Emily Johnson, Sparrow Grizzard and newest great granddaughter Olivia Champion. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Bethany Senior Living in Port Lavaca and Victoria Hospice. Their unwavering dedication, kindness and professional care provided comfort and support for our Mom during her time there, for which the family will remain forever grateful. Visitation will be from 5PM until 7PM Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM Friday, May 3, 2024 at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Lane ParDue officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Pallbearers will be Blake Johnson, Kyle Krobot, Chase Champion, Taylor Johnson, Chet Champion and Trace Weldon. Honorary pallbearers will be Kenneth Krobot, Ron Krobot, Richard Krobot, Taft Leissner and Tim Parthum.
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Marie Beard Garrison, 81, of Bay City passed away July 6, 2023. She was born November 5, 1941 in Chatham County, North Carolina to the late Dexter Beard and Elizabeth Rosser Beard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother Earl Baldwin. Survivors include daughters Sandra Oliver (Jimmy) and Paula Garza (Joe); son Greg Garrison (Tara); brothers Bobby Beard (Pat), John Beard and Randy Baldwin (Maggie); grandchildren Shanna McEwen, Amy Woodson, Douglas VanWie, Emma Garrison and Connor Garrison; great grandchildren Rhett and Logan McEwen and Rylee and Brooklyn Woodson and great-great grandson Braxton Ortiz. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Thursday, July 13, 2023 at Nichols Street Church of Christ. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM with Matt Springfield officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Garza, Jimmy Oliver, Douglas VanWie and Connor Garrison. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Leonides M. Garza, Jr., 81, of Bay City passed away January 4, 2024. He was born March 10, 1942 in Mission, TX to the late Leonides Garza, Sr. and Sofia Garza. Leonides worked for Daily truck Lines in a number of positions from 1969 to 1986. Leonides worked for several companies as a mechanic and had numerous friends in the Bay City community. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Ruben Garza and brothers Rudy Garza, Raul Garza, Ray Garza, Emilo Garcia, Jaime Garza and a stepbrother Raul Garza. Survivors include his wife Louise Garza; daughter Sophia Orr (James); sons Leonides Garza III, Rudy Garza (Helen), Chris Garza (Melinda) and John Paul Garza Sr.; sisters Sylvia Garza, Olga Smith and Lynn Garza; brother Ramiro Garza; 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Wednesday, January 10, 2024 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 will be Ruben Garza, Leonides Garza IV, John Paul Garza, Jr., Patrick Garza, Jesse Garza and Joseph Garza.
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Maria Cruz Garza, of Bay City, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at the age of 93. Services will be held on Friday, June 23, 2023, in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas. Visitation will be held at 9:00 a.m. Rosary will be recited at 10:00 a.m. Graveside funeral service will immediately follow at the Latin American Cemetery in Edna.
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Mary Helen Garza, of age 66, passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2023 in Victoria, Texas. She was born November 1, 1956 in Bay City, Texas to the late Natividad Estrada Sr. and Rebecca Zepeda Estrada. Mary, who went by Helen, loved to do many things. One of her most favorite things to do was to help others. She always put others before her. She also loved to babysit all kids of all ages. Helen loved praising and serving the Lord. She would sing, play the tambourine, and play the piano as a way of showing her love for God. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Jimmy, and sisters Juanita, Rachel, and Amelia. She is survived by her loving husband Horacio Garza, son Christopher, daughter Crystal, brothers; Natividad Jr., Valerio, and Pete, and sisters; Luz, Paula, Jerri, Irene, Hope, and Sandra. The family will receive relatives and friends for visitation at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at Nichols Street Church of Christ in Bay City, Texas. Funeral Services will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Jorge Lara officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City, Texas. Pallbearers for Mrs. Garza will be her son Christopher and nephews; Teddy Jr., Tristen, Mathew, Theodoro, and Jose Jr.
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Frances Gasaway of Bay City passed away September 2, 2023 at the age of 85. She was born in Mansfield, Louisiana on December 10, 1937 to Charles and Jewel Kelly Matthews and spent most of her life in Bay City, Texas. Frances was the epitome of elegance and grace. She was always well dressed and never left the house without her jewelry on. She is remembered by her naturally loving nature, and care for her loved ones. She enjoyed having lunch at the Bay City County Club with her girlfriends, as well as trips to casinos for a chance at luck. She enjoyed having holiday dinners, and was known among her family to be an excellent cook. She also loved relaxing and cheering on her favorite baseball team The Houston Astros. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister Peggy O’Brien and son Steve Tyson Gasaway. She is survived by her husband Steve Milton Gasaway; daughter Gay Lynn Standlee and husband Curtis Standlee; grandson Cody Bledsoe and wife Cristin Bledsoe; granddaughter Camryn Bledsoe; grandson Tyson Gasaway, and great-grandchildren Chandler, Cohen and Colson Bledsoe. Visitation will begin at 1:00pm Thursday, September 7, 2023 at The Church of Christ located at 1200 Nichols Rd. Bay City, Texas. A celebration of life will start at 2:00pm with Tom Guffey officiating.
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Funerals services for Molly Law Gaskin, 52, of Bay City are scheduled for 11 am Saturday at Jesus Free Will Temple with the Apostle E. W. Wilcox officiating. Burial will follow in Eastview Cemetery, Bay City. Visitation will be until 9 pm today at Green’s Mortuary in Bay City. Mrs. Gaskin was born Aug. 11, 1941 in Bay City to Walter Lee and Tenola Edison Law II and died Dec. 15, 1993 at Gulf Coast Medical Center, Wharton. She was a member of the Bible Days Revival Church. Survivors include her husband, L. C. Gaskin of Bay City; three sons and daughters-in-law, Devone Gaskin of Houston, Shawn and Patricia Gaskin of Houston and Bryon and Jacquelyn Gaskin of Bay City; her mother Tenola Law; three sisters and three brothers-in-law Christine and Curtis Coleman of Chicago, Ill. Josephine and Lynwood Davis of Houston ad Laura and Frank McNeil of Houston; a brother and sister-in-law, Walter and Angela Law III of Houston and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Pallbearers are Christopher B. Coleman, Casey S. Coleman, Reginald Davis, Tommie Davis, Walter Law, Shelly Levi, Leon Gaskin, Devone Gaskins, Shawn Gaskin, Maurice Jones, Aandre McCoy and John Silverand. Honorary pallbearers are Bible Days Revival Inc. Sunday School, Brother Hood, Bible Band and Women in Action. Arrangements are with Green’s Mortuary of Bay City.
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Homegoing Celebration for Ethel Gatson, Bay City High School Class of 1978, services will be Saturday, June 17, 2023; Public viewing will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., with Funeral services at 11 a.m., at First Berean Baptist Church, 2733 Hawkinsville Rd., Bay City, TX 77414.
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Funeral service for Rev. James Lee George, Sr., age 76, of Bay City will be 10:00 AM on Saturday, February 18, 2023 at Mother Zion Baptist Church, 2705 Ave B, Bay City, Texas 77414 where Rev. Climon Hall is Pastor and Rev. James L. George, Jr., will be the Eulogist. Public visitation will also be on Saturday, February 18, 2023 from 9:00 AM until service time at the church. Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home
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Clyde Trueworth Gibbens, 75, of Sweeny passed away May 23, 2024. He was born December 7, 1948 in Bay City to the late Trueworth Gibbens and Eunice Irene Schilling Gibbens. He was known by other names such as “Paw Paw”, “Cowboy” and “Clyde the Glide”. After attending Wharton County Junior College, he was drafted by the US Army. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War, turning 21 years old while doing so. After he was discharged, he discovered Pipelining and never looked back. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Diana Lynn McCauley. Survivors include his wife Jo Carol Gibbens; daughter Amanda Cange (Justin); Jo Carol’s children Tiffany Bell (Mike), Cory Barnard (Meg), Ryan Barnard (Jessica) and Ricky Barnard (Windy); sister Yvonne Hammond; brother David Gibbens (Velma); grandchildren Andrew, Alex, Nicole, Kristen, Lauren, Amy, Dani, Philip, Jacob, Charlie Jo, Evie, Chapin, Peyton and Tatum and great grandchildren Isaac, Sophie, Greyson and Baylor. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 AM with Rev. Wally Strother officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Joaquin Garza, Benny Thompson, George Cortinas, Greg Peterson, Donny Denson and Mario Garza.
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Shelley Renay Meadors Gibson entered the glorious gates of Heaven on October 28, 2024. A mighty woman of faith, Shelley placed her complete trust in God and brought countless others to know the Lord. She lived with a boundless love for her family and those around her, radiating Christ's light in all she did and praising her Savior all the days of her life. Her dedication to pursuing dreams, uplifting others, being a prayer warrior and standing firm on the Word of God left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her. Shelley’s joyful life was a testament to her generous spirit. She served with dedication as both a bookkeeper and Administrative Ministries Pastor at High Five Church in Bay City, TX, which she founded on her birthday. She also started a 501(c)(3) ministry, Courage with Grace. In addition, Shelley offered her compassionate support remotely in the medical equipment field. Beyond her work, she found joy in life’s simple pleasures: watching the sunset at the beach, playing board games, gardening, and spending cherished time with her family. To her community, she was known as a beloved "Church Mom." Preceding Shelley in death were her parents, Reuben Alton Meadors and Ramona Jean Meadors; her sister, Peggy Elaine Tamburello; brother-in-law, Lyndon Ray Tamburello; and nephews, Brian Ray Tamburello and Mario Isaiah Morquecho; and the father of her three children Harold Wayne Gibson. Shelley is lovingly remembered by her precious children: Joshua Anthony Gibson; Caleb Wayne Gibson and his wife, Erica Gibson; and Hannah Meshelle Gibson. She also leaves behind her siblings, Russell Meadors and his wife, Kim; Sheilah Watson and her husband, Rick; and Janice Smith and her husband, Ralph, along with her many nieces and nephews and her beloved dog, Louie. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM Monday, November 4, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM Monday, November 4, 2024 at Brookside Memorial Park in Houston.
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On October 25, 1956, in Cedar Lake, Texas, a baby girl was born to Otis James Petteway, Sr. and Ruby Lee Mack Petteway. The girl was named Marsha Lynn. Preceding her in death are her parents, Otis James Petteway, Sr. (2009) and Ruby Lee Mack Petteway (2010), and two sisters, Jewel Marie Petteway-Johnson (1992) and Beverly Ann Petteway (1976). Marsha received her public education in the Van Vleck ISD Schools (Van Vleck, TX). She graduated from Van Vleck High School (VVHS) in 1975 and furthered her education by earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from Texas Woman’s University in Denton, TX. At an early age, she joined Bethlehem Christian Church where she served as an usher alongside her dad. Marsha helped her parents and siblings manage the family grocery store and soul food restaurant, Petteway Grocery and The Kozy Kitchen. She also had the pleasure of working side-by-side with her Uncle Lemon and Aunt Nine at Lemon’s Pit Barbeque. Marsha was an excellent seamstress who made gowns, tailored suits for men and women and drapes. She never shied away from a ‘major’ home improvement project including installing floors and painting. She LOVED to decorate her home for the holidays in various shades of blue to represent her beloved Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Marsha was a member of Keller Springs Baptist Church (Carrollton, TX) for many years and served faithfully as an usher. She departed this earthly life, Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Plano Presbyterian Hospital in Plano, Texas. She leaves to mourn her husband and best friend of 43 years, Elmo Giles Jr., her son Terrence Giles and daughter, Alexandria Giles; one brother, Otis James Petteway, Jr. (Velda Elaine) of Cedar Lake, Texas; four sisters, Vera Petteway-Nyormoi (Okot) of Houston, Texas, Theola Petteway of Houston, Texas, Gwendolyn Petteway of Pearland, Texas, and Jacqueline Petteway of Fresno, Texas. She also leaves to cherish her memories, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, sorority sisters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., other relatives, and friends. A Memorial Celebration for Marsha will be held Saturday, November 11, 2023
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Marie (Dyer) Glass, age 93, formerly of Tomball, Texas, entered Heaven as a believer in her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at her home in Plantersville, Texas. Visitation will be held from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024, in Bay City, Texas. The Funeral Service will immediately follow the visitation with the Graveside Service and Interment in the Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck, Texas. Marie was born July 30, 1930, in Corsicana, Texas, to Wiley Avery and Nona Dee (Box) Dyer as one of four children. She grew up with her two sisters and brother in Galena Park, Texas. Her little sister, Florence, passed away at the age of fifteen, but she has always lived on with her in spirit. Marie was married to L.C. Glass on December 18, 1948, and moved to the Houston area, where they raised twin sons and a daughter. She was employed by many of the major grocery store chains for nearly fifty years in all positions, including department manager, courtesy booth manager, and cashier until she retired. She was also employed in real estate and a dental office. Marie was a loyal, dedicated, and always hard worker, which enabled her to be a devoted mother and wife, along with a successful career. We were all blessed to have her in our lives. Marie leaves in God’s care two sons, Tom Glass and Don Glass and wife Lucille; Grandchildren, Stephen Glass and wife Dabney, Tamie Glass, Brad Glass and wife Stephanie, Renee Kennedy, and Cynthia Molander and husband David; Great-Grandchildren Dylan, Devin, Holten, Wyatt, Ryan, Alysa, Megan, Miranda, Mark, Brandon, and 12 Great-Great-Grandchildren. She is survived by sister Loraine Keuhn (husband W.G., “Bill”, deceased), brother Bobby Dyer (wife Carole Dean, deceased). We acknowledge many special family and friends, including sister-in-law Wilma White (deceased), Thelma of Heart to Heart Hospice, and the entire staff of Accent Care Hospice, especially Tina, Camille, Nancy, Tammy, Laura, and Dr. Satterwhite. She was preceded in death by her husband, L.C. Glass, daughter Marie Ann (Glass) Sahadi, parents Wiley Avery and Nona Dee (Box) Dyer, and sister, Florence Dyer. Serving as pallbearers are Brad Glass, Stephen Glass, Dylan Glass, Devin Glass, Holten Glass, Wyatt Glass, and Ryan Glass.
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Jose Gonzales, 72, of Bay City passed away January 1, 2024. He was born August 15, 1951. He was a loving father and grandfather to both his family and his dogs and was a very hard worker. He will truly be missed. Survivors include his children Irma Rodriguez, Jessica Gonzales and Joe Angel Gonzales; grandchildren Moses Garza, Jr., Larry Jacques, Jr., Chelsey Gonzales, Albert Aguilera, Jacob Garza, Kristina Gonzales, Selena Garza, Javier Gonzales, Zoey Gonzales, Miley Gonzales and Angelo Rodriguez and great grandchildren Aziel Flores, Zayne Garza, Jacob Garza, Jr., Raelynn Garza, Josephina Rubio and Ezekiel Garza. A celebration of his life will be planned at a later date.
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Mary Garcia Gonzales, 66, of Bay City, Texas, passed away July 19, 2024, surrounded by her family’s love. She was born May 4, 1958, to Ruben Garcia Sr. and Cristina Muniz Garcia. Up until the end, Mary maintained her kindness, grace, faith in God, love and appreciation of family and friends, and compassion. She was a devout Catholic and lifetime member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, and active in the ACTS community. She was an incredible cook and hostess, as she never shied away from trying new recipes as she entertained guests, or as she perfected recipes that were handed down from her mother. She was the heart of the home, and always made everyone feel welcomed. Mary worked at Head Start for over 20 years as Parent Enrollment Coordinator. Mary’s nurturing spirit not only guided her own children, but also her friends’ children who she cared for in her home and was fondly known as Ms. Mary. Mary will be missed dearly by her husband of 47 years, Joe Louis Gonzales of Bay City, and her children, Leticia (Gonzales) Acosta and son-in-law Armando Acosta of Austin, Teresa Gonzales and partner Charlie Davalos of Austin, Gregory Gonzales and daughter-in-law Shelby (Garza) Gonzales of Bay City, and grandchildren Isabella Acosta, Ryan Acosta, and Serena Gonzales. She is survived by her sister Dr. Ana Garcia Peña of Fulshear; brothers Ruben Garcia of Austin and David Garcia of Houston; sisters-in-law Sarah Gutierrez of Sweeny, Frances Gonzalez of Dickinson, Susie DeLeon of Bay City, Mary E. Gonzalez of Houston; and brothers-in-law Daniel Peña of Fulshear, Dennis Cannon of Houston, Thomas Davila of Sulphur, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews. God called Mary, as she was tired and in pain after her yearlong battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Joseph Robert Gonzales, sister-in-law Vera Gonzalez and brother-in-law Juan A. Gonzalez. The Holy Rosary will begin at 9:30 AM followed by the funeral mass at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City, Texas.
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It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved Richard Joseph Gonzales Jr. Richard “Joey” Gonzales of Lake Jackson, Texas, passed away surrounded by his devoted wife and closest family on Saturday, April 29, 2023. He was 41 years old. He is survived by his beloved wife, Amanda Gonzales; father, Richard Gonzales; mother, Patricia Gonzales; and four sisters, Priscilla Johnson, Carissa Gonzales, Melody Wayman, and Valeria Torfin. He was an uncle to four nieces and two nephews whom he loved dearly, Mia, Miah, Everly, Rylla, Alexander, and Jordan. Richard “Joey”, was born on October 17, 1981 in Bay City, Texas. He was the firstborn of five children and was honored to be his father’s “only son.” Richard “Joey” grew up in Bay City, Texas, most of his childhood where he made many fond memories and friends. He would grow up to live his adolescent and adult life in Lake Jackson, Texas. He attended Brazoswood High School, Brazoswood College, and Next Level Barber Institute. He pursued a career in professional truck driving, welding, and as a barber. He was married to his best friend Amanda for ten years and together for over twenty-one years. Together they were devout Jehovah’s Witnesses in faith and lived to serve God wholeheartedly. Richard truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures, cooking for friends, fishing, chatting on the phone with his dad, or driving his tractor. Richard had an uncanny ability to reach people in a deep and positive way. He made a friend wherever he went. Family, friends, and others whose lives Richard touched are invited to Richards’ final arrangements, which will take place on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. at his place of worship, The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, located at 2030 Brazosport Blvd North, Clute, Texas 77531.
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The family of John Gonzalez will celebrate his life of 71 years at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2021, at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers. He passed on Thursday, March 11, 2021. On November 24, 1949, John was born to Frank and Juanita Gonzalez in New Gulf, Texas. He married Linda Greer on August 13, 1972, at St. Patrick’s Church in Huntsville, Texas. He taught art and history in Waco and Victoria, Texas, until he joined the United States Air Force. In the Air Force, he and his family went around the world, being stationed in Europe and in the States. He ended his military career here in Lubbock, where he was the transportation commander at Reese Air Force Base. He left the service with the rank of Captain and decided to return to school and attended Texas Tech to get his advanced degree. He became Doctor Gonzalez with a degree in Psychology. He operated a business, Better Pathways, here in Lubbock for many years. Survivors include his wife, Linda Gonzalez; their children, John (Terri) Gonzalez and Jennifer (Matthew) Riney; grandchildren, Aiden Gonzalez, Rick Riney; and sister, Anna Marie Gonzalez.He was preceded in death by parents, Frank and Juanita Gonzalez; and brothers, Frank Gonzalez and Santiago Gonzalez.
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Juan Angel Gonzalez, Jr., 82, of Houston passed away June 10, 2023. He was born October 2, 1940 to the late Jose Juan Gonzalez and Trinidad Paez Gonzalez. At a very young age Juan started working at Champions Golf Course as a grounds keeper, after that he started working at an apartment complex as a handy man. His last job was at Dresser Industries where he retired after 25 years as a handy man / grounds keeper. Juan liked to go bowling, he enjoyed fishing and liked to play golf. He also liked working with plants and flowers. He loved spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters Vera Anderson and Mary Louise Gonzalez and a daughter, Christina Gonzalez. Survivors include his wife Mary E. Gonzalez; daughter Mary Snyder (Thomas); sons Fernando Gonzalez (Sherry) and Juan Gonzalez; sisters Sarah Gutierrez, Frances Gonzalez and Susie DeLeon; brothers Joe Gonzalez and Thomas Davila; grandchildren Christopher Snyder, Jesse Gonzalez, Nina Jo Gonzalez, Ashley Gonzalez, Angelene Gonzalez, Ava Gonzalez and Aubree Gonzalez and 13 great grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, June 24, 2023 at Nichols Street Church of Christ; 1200 Nichols St.; Bay City, TX 77414.
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George Paul Goodman, 81, of Bay City passed away August 4, 2024. He was born March 23, 1943 in Washington County ,Mississippi to the late John D. Goodman and Rose Eddie Applegate Goodman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister May Robertson; brothers Timothy Goodman, Billy Goodman and Phillip Goodman and a son James Clayton Goodman. Survivors include daughter Marci Merecka (Gary); son George Paul Goodman II (Peggy); sisters Nancy Johnson and Mattie Wilson; brothers John William Goodman, James Roger Goodman, Daivd Goodman and Scotty Goodman; grandchildren James Goodman, Aaron Goodman, Eric Weigt, Jr., Zachary Weigt, Andrew Weigt and Jordan Weigt, and numerous great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be at 11:00 AM Friday, August 9, 2024 at Roselawn Memorial Park. A luncheon will follow, at VFW Post 2438 in Bay City.
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Theresa “Teri” Goodman was born July 25, 1951.
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Dottie Paulette “Paula” Goss, 78, of Bay City passed away January 9, 2024. She was born December 9, 1945 in Poteet, Texas to the late Judson Young Lowrie and Ruby Smith Lowrie. Paula was a loving and caring mother and wife that loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also had a love for books and was an avid reader, along with spending time in the kitchen baking and sharing recipes. The Church and her faith were another important part of her life. Sunday was for worship, and she did not miss that weekly opportunity to show her love for the Lord. She graduated from Yoakum High School in 1964 and went on to attend and graduate from Victoria College where she met her Husband of 56 years. After raising her three boys, and loving to attend and watch their sporting events through the years, she went on to work for Calvary Baptist Church for a twenty plus year career before retiring to spend that remaining time with her husband. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert Ward Goss and her brother Leslie “Les” Lowrie. Survivors include her sons Jason (Cindy) Goss, Jonathan (Deanna) Goss and Jared (Teresa) Goss; grandchildren Benjamin, William, Georgiana and Jackson Goss and sister-in-law Linda Lowrie, brother-in-law William Goss, sister-in-law Roxy Goss and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will begin at 10:30AM Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Calvary Baptist Church. A memorial service will be at 11:00AM with Rev. Lane Par Due officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary’s Meals to Shut-ins Ministry. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Robert Ward Goss of Bay City, Texas, was born July 21, 1945 in San Antonio, Texas to Louise and Leroy Goss. He passed away April 10, 2023 in Victoria, Texas with his family by his side. Bob was a gentle giant who was devoted to his family and to his church. He was a loving and caring husband, father, and grandfather. His passing has left a void in our lives and in our hearts that only God and our memories can fill. We praise God that he is suffering no more. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Tom Goss. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Paula Goss; his sons Jason (Cindy) Goss, Jonathan (Deanna) Goss and Jared Goss; grandchildren Benjamin, Liam, Georgiana Goss and Jackson Goss; sister-in-law Roxy Goss; brother-in-law Les (Linda) Lowrie, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A Memorial Service is planned for 11:00 am Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Lane Par-Due officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Calvary’s Meals To Shut-ins Ministry. A special thank you to our church family for their prayers and care during these last few months.
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Thomas Park Graham, passed away August 28, 2004, at the age of 79. Born July 21, 1945, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late Clyde Park Graham and Dorothy Wardlaw Graham. Tom was a beloved husband, father, “PaPaw,” brother, uncle, and the kindest friend to all who knew him. Tom (Tommy) played several sports in school, including football, track, and boxing. He graduated from Brainard High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in 1963 and soon after enlisted in the service and was a Vietnam veteran of the U.S. Navy. Tom began his career as an electrician at the Sequoyah Nuclear Plant in Soddy Daisy, Tennessee. In 1985, the family moved to Bay City, TX, where he finished his career at the South Texas Nuclear Plant in Palacios, TX, retiring in 2011. If Tom was not working, he was with his family, fishing, playing cards, or watching Hogan’s Heros. He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Maria L. Graham; children Debra (Steven) Dismuke, David (Michele) Graham, and Theodore Moreno, Jr., Albert (Suma) Moreno, Diana (Robert, Jr.) Ruiz, Erica Luna (Frank), and Albert (Suma) Moreno; and brother Richard (Cheryl) Graham; grandchildren Steven Dismuke II, Abigail (Aidan) Clark, Hunter Graham, Avery Graham, Robert Ruiz III, Hillary D. Ruiz, Albert Moreno, Jr., Kaitlyn Moreno, Jacob Luna, Caleb Luna, and many nieces and nephews. Tom was preceded in death in 2004 by his wife of 39 years, Marylin Fisher Graham, and his brother, James E. Graham. The family will receive visitors from 1-3 PM on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Chattanooga Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Hamilton Memorial Gardens in Hixson, Tenn.
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Miss Inez Gray, 28, of Bay City, died at Matagorda General Hospital on March 19. Survivors include sister, Mrs. Lucinda Brown of Bay City, brothers, Frank Gray of Houston, Robert and Earnest Gray and Dennis Williams of Bay City, uncles, Mr. Judge Gray of Houston and Mr. Ira Gray of San Antonio and a number of nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held at Mother Zion Baptist Church on Saturday, March 22 at 2 p.m. The Rev. L. R. James will officiate, and interment will follow at Eastview Cemetery in Bay City. Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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Carrie Mae Woodard was born on September 1, 1927 to the parentage of Sam Woodard and Dinah Dora Austin Woodard. Carrie Mae grew up in the Cedar Lake Community and she attended Cedar Lake School. She graduated twelfth grade from Hillard High School, Bay City, Texas in 1945. After graduation, Carrie Mae worked for two years at a box plant in Bay City. Upon leaving the Box Plant, she moved to Houston where she worked for Jewel Kennedy as an elevator operator. Carrie moved back to Cedar Lake in 1948. On May 15, 1949 she married Roosevelt Green and to this union twelve children were born. Carrie sacrificed for her children and she helped many families in her community. She enjoyed gardening, fishing and traveling until her health began to fail. Her kind and gentle spirit will be missed by all those that loved her. Carrie was preceded in death by her parents; father of her children, Roosevelt Green, Sr.; one son, Roosevelt Green, Jr; Three daughters, Mary Bryant and baby Ann Green and baby green; sisters, Luberta Murphy, Lillie B Young and Mary Wilson; brother, Stylin Woodard and great granddaughters, Aniya Simone Ellis and baby Bryant. Left to cherish precious memories are three sons, Ervin (Gwen) of Detroit, MI; Clarence (Sandy) of Clute, TX and Robert F Green of Houston; seven daughters, Verna Green of Detroit, MI; Dinah Murphy, Evelyn Steptoe and Alnita Brown all of Houston; Brenda Raymond of Lake Jackson; Flora Green of Freeport; Katie Sampson (Lee) of Richmond; a special cousin & friend, Marie Woodard; brother-in-law, Murray Green of Houston; sister-in-law, Elizabeth Dickey of Houston and a village of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and a loving community.
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Doris Marie Green, passed away on September 9, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 83. She was born to Leo and Avis Coleman on June 25th, 1940, in Garrison, Texas. Doris graduated from Bridgeport High School in 1958. In July of 1965 she gave birth to her one and only son Richard Guy Brown. Doris later married the love of her life, James Troy Green on February 6th, 1987, in Seminole, Texas, where they shared 23 wonderful years together. Doris, worked as a bank teller and a secretary throughout her life, but her most fulfilling purpose was being a mother to Richard and Memaw to all her grandchildren. They were the loves of her life. She loved to cook, bake, and play piano, Doris devoted her life to helping others in many ways, one of which was to volunteer at the local hospital in Seminole, as one of The Pink Ladies. She was preceded in death by her parents Leo and Avis Coleman, husband Troy Green, son Richard Guy Brown, and brother Larry Coleman. Doris is survived by her brothers Don Coleman and wife Virgina of Huntsville, Kenneth Coleman and wife Peggy of Houston, sister-in-law Anna Coleman of Thailand, daughter-in-law Sheryl Langston of Bay City, grandchildren Ashley Cook and husband Cody of Bay City, Taylor Brown and wife Emma of Newgulf, Kelsie Bolton, and husband Tate of Mississippi, great grand-children Kailyn and Barrett Cook and Taylor Guy Brown Jr. Memaw also had numerous nieces, nephews, cousins who she loved dearly. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday September 15th at Calvary Baptist Church located at 3321 6th street Bay City, TX 77414. Pastor Lane Par-Due will be officiating the services. Lunch will be provided for close family and friends following the service. In lieu of flowers the family kindly asks for donations to be made to Calvary Baptist Youth, in memory of Doris Green (MeMaw.)
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John Edmond Griffin passed away on April 15, 2024 at the age of 64. He was born to Harold Griffin and Carol Duncan on December 17, 1959. John enlisted in the Navy on December 30, 1976, and served on the USS Independence (CV-62) until December 01, 1980. John is preceded in Death by his parents Harold Griffin, Carol Duncan and daughter Jamie Brown. He is survived by brothers Jim Griffin (Sukie), Joe Griffin (Loretta), Jerry Griffin (Phoebe), daughter Jessica Brown (Michael Cross), 5 nephews, 3 nieces, 4 granddaughters and 1 grandson.
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Laura Earlene Dickens Griffin, of Bay City, Texas passes away peacefully in her sleep, Thursday, May 25, 2023. She was born September 8, 1947 in Texarkana, Texas to Rosie Laura Dickens and Van Murray Dickens. Laura was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She enjoyed being with her family, was a talented artist, piano player and loved to laugh. She took comfort with her sweet companion and "dog mom" to Izzy. She is survived by her devoted husband Tommy Walter Griffin; daughter Kristi Griffin Loesch & husband, Shawn; son Jason Taylor Griffin & wife Shannon; sister Nancy Marie Mayhew; brother Rodney Paul Dickens; grandchildren Griffin Coley Cates, Taylor Elizabeth Cates and Trey Alan Loesch; nieces and nephews Alexandria Marie Dickens, Jordan Taylor Dickens, Amy Kristine Sykes Curbello, Jakob Paul Dickens and Scott Gillum, & wife Brenda; great nephews & nieces, and other relatives and friends. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM Thursday, June 1, 2023 at Northside Chapel. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM with Scott Gillum officiating. Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM Friday, June 2, 2023 at Center Ridge Cemetery in Maud, Texas.
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Margie Elaine Brown Griffith was born on July 8, 1936, in Grapeland, Houston County, Texas to Clifton and Goldie Brown. She was the youngest of four children. The Brown family moved to Blessing, Texas, in 1946 where Margie was a founding and lifelong member of The First Baptist Church of Blessing. Margie met and fell in love with Kerry (K.O./Nokie) Griffith while at a roller-skating rink in Bay City, and they married on May 18, 1955. They had 3 children: Kerry, Jr., Kevin, and Karen. Margie and K.O. lived happily married in Francitas, Texas for 62.5 years, until the homegoing of K.O. in 2017. In 2018, Margie moved with Karen’s family to Edna where she was lovingly surrounded by Karen and Allen Taylor and their three daughters. Margie loved family time, family reunions, and family holidays. She enjoyed the company of people and always had a hug and a smile for everyone. Margie enjoyed sports of almost every kind: baseball, football, and even golf! Margie accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Lord and Savior at the age of 13. She was a dedicated, practicing Christian, and she taught her children to know and love the Lord. Margie quietly passed into the loving arms of her Savior on the morning of May 12, 2024. Margie was preceded in death by her father Clifton Brown, brother Harold Brown, granddaughter Kelly Griffith, mother Goldie Brown, brother Tink Brown, and husband K.O. Griffith. Margie is survived by her sister, Betty Blackmer of Kirtland, New Mexico; by her children: Kerry and Carol Griffith of Edna, Kevin and Sheila Griffith of Montpellier (France), and Karen and Allen Taylor of Edna. She is survived by her grandchildren, all currently of Edna: Kyle, Kylann, and Connor Griffith; Joanna and Morgan Newman; Michelle and Stephen Woodring; and Rebekah Taylor. Margie is survived by multiple nieces and nephews and their families. Pallbearers will be Tommy Blair, Bill Brown, James Brown, Connor Griffith, Kyle Griffith, Morgan Neuman, and Stephen Woodring. Graveside funeral services will be held on May 14th, 2024, at 2 pm at LaBauve Cemetery in Francitas, Texas.
Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in
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Jose Angel Guerrero, age 69, of Houston, Texas passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Jose Angel was born in Ingleside, Texas to Ramon, Sr., and Josefina Guerrero. He is preceded in death by: his parents: Ramon Guerrero Sr., and Josefina Guerrero; and brother-in-law, David Torres, Sr. Jose Angel leaves to cherish his memory: loving wife, Maria Guadalupe Guerrero; son, Jessie Guerrero; siblings: Jose Guerrero & wife Cele, Ramon Guerrero, Jr. & wife Sylvia, Abel Guerrero & wife Teresa, Juan Guerrero & wife Mylinda, Mary Torres, Irene Carpenter & husband Tracy; along with nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.
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Ramiro Galvan Guerrero, 84 of Blessing, Texas, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. He was born April 30, 1939, in Lyford, Texas to the late Ataulfo Rodriguez Guerrero and Rosa Galvan Guerrero. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Lydia Longoria Guerrero; his daughter Dalia G. Constancio, sister’s Amalia Guerrero, Maria Martinez, Nicolasa Lara, and brother’s Ramon Guerrero, Ataulfo Guerrero, Jr., Raul Guerrero and Tiofilo Guerrero, Sr. He is survived by his daughter, Diana G. Olvera and her husband Manuel B. Olvera, sister Sylvia Hernandez, granddaughter Andrea Constancio, his beloved Alice Winterle, grandson’s Manuel G. Olvera, Daniel Olvera, Roland Constancio and Ray Constancio. The family will receive relatives and friends for visitation at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at the Palacios Funeral Home in Palacios, Texas. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. with Chris Weber officiating. Interment will follow at Midfield Cemetery in Midfield, Texas.
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Erminia Rosales Guia, 95, of Bay City passed away August 25, 2024. She was born September 2, 1928 in Uvalde, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents Rebecca Rosales Sanchez and Brihido Sanchez, husband Crisanto Guia, Son Anthony Guia, daughters Rose Navarro and Diane Guia Cruz, daughter-in-law Juanita Guia, son-in-law Luis Gomez and grandchildren Norma Rosales, Nasario Cruz, Jr. and Pedro Guia, Jr. Survivors include children Pedro Guia, Sr. and Mary Gomez; grandchildren Lupe Collins and Fiancée Mario Escamilla, Cris Cruz & Sonia, Herman Cruz & Molly, Robert Crus & Mary Lou, Fernando Cruz, Jr. & Rita, Jo Ann Lule, Anthony Guia, Anita Cruz, Mary Garcia & Sergio, Sr., Theresa Meza & Mike, Fernando Cruz, Laura Trevino & Lionel, Celestiano Gonzales, Jr.; sisters Mena & Nick and Maria & Manuel; 41 great grandchildren and 51 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Thursday, August 29, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM followed by funeral services at 10:00 AM with Deacon Joe Ramos officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Linc Bloomfield, Jr., Herman Cruz, Robert Cruz, Trey Cruz, Sergio Garcia, Jr. and Santos Martinez, Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Cris Cruz, Fernando Cruz, Jr. and Sergio Garcia, Sr.
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Virginia Zustaita Gutierrez, 71, of Blessing, Texas, passed away Friday, March 15, 2024. She was born February 1, 1953, in Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Mexico, to the late Refugio Zustaita and Maria de Jesus Gutierrez. She enjoyed attending church, praying the rosary, and spending time with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Timoteo Zustaita, Felipe Zustaita, Rufina Zustaita; her husband, Marcos Palomares. She is survived by her niece, Magdelena Sandoval; nephew, Elias Sandoval; and grandchildren Stephanie Sandoval, Uriel Sandoval and Vanessa Sandoval. The family will receive relatives and friends for visitation from 4:00-7:00pm on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the Palacios Funeral Home in Palacios, Texas. Public Visitation and Viewing will be from 1-2:00pm Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City, Texas. The Holy Rosary will be recited at 1:30pm, and Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 2:00pm with Rev. Gabriel Espinosa officiating. Interment will follow at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery in Blessing, Texas. Pallbearers for Mrs. Zustaita Gutierrez will be Mario Martinez, Elias Sandoval, Manuel Moreno, Jaime Reyes, Jerónimo Luna, Jose Zustaita.
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Ethel Gertrude Keith Gwin, 94, went to be with the Lord on September 20, 2023 at Bethany Senior Living in Port Lavaca, TX. She was born November 29, 1928 in Hollandale, Mississippi to the late Carl Keith, Sr. and Willie Anderson Keith. Ethel grew up in Hollandale, Mississippi and graduated from Hollandale High School, she also earned her Bachelor’s degree from Mississippi College. She taught school for many years including Palacios Junior High where she loved teaching the kids about Texas History! Ethel loved serving the Lord each week with her church family, whether that was teaching a Sunday School class or Women’s Ministry or even Girls in Action (GA’s) classes & activities. She was quite talented with sewing and especially crocheting. Her family has enjoyed her creations over the years and they are very much loved because she made them with love! She also loved watching sports over the years, supporting local teams and especially the Astros! In addition to her parents & siblings, she was preceded in death by her husband Rev. James Robert (Bob) Gwin and daughter Janice Ruth Gwin. What a great celebration, not only she is in the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ, but she was finally reunited with her beloved husband and precious daughter Janice. And also a great union with her Keith family as well as she had outlived all of her siblings too. Survivors include daughters Joyce Lee of Spring, TX, Jill Sheppard and her husband Stanley of Sugar Land, TX and Jenta Frick and her husband Randy also of Sugar Land, TX and her grandchildren called her Mimi & they are Dakota Medley, Janice Sheppard, Spencer Rose, Shelby Rose, Shane Rose, Kelsen Frick and Trace Frick. She loved her grandchildren!! She loved visiting, caring for & especially loved going to their events! They were her heart! Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Hawley Cemetery with Rev. Louis Rush officiating. Pallbearers will be Dakota Medley, Spencer Rose, Shane Rose, Kelsen Frick, Trace Frick and Randy Frick. If you wish to donate to an organization that has helped Ethel over the years, it is called Mission Dignity with Guidestone Financial. Mission Dignity honors retirement age Southern Baptist ministers, workers and widows struggling to meet basic needs through advocacy and financial assistance www.guidestone.org/missiondignity.
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