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Gary Robert Hale Sr., 68, of Bay City, Texas, passed away September 21, 2016. He was born January 30, 1948 in Houston, Texas. He worked his entire career for International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local Union 74. He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Paige Hale; mother, Gladys Joyce Frizell Reed; step-father, Curtis Glen Reed; brother, Daniel Wayne Hale; son, Gary Robert Hale Jr., and his step-son, Robert James Ashby. Survivors include his wife, Rhonda Seifert Hale; sisters, Linda Anderson and husband Buster of Pearland, and Shirley James and husband Joe of Crockett; granddaughter, Nicole Hale of Houston; niece, Tisha Martinez and husband Jason of McKinney; nephew, Matthew James and wife Tia of Roy, UT; and granddaughter, Paige Nicole Hale of Houston. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune,
September 25, 2016 |
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Rosile Hallemann of Bay City passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2017. She was born on April 12, 1919. Rosile is survived by her grandsons Rick Scheppan, Quinn Scheppan and wife Lynda, great grandchildren Shane Scheppan, Quinn Troy Scheppan ll, Renee Nichole Scheppan-Bohuslar, Cherie Nichole Scheppan Evans, Samuel Alex Scheppan; and 6 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Roland Hallemann, daughter Fay Dell Landry,son-in-law Vernis Landry, grandsons, Charlie William “Chuck” Scheppan Jr. and Kirk Anthony Scheppan. Funeral services Wednesday, June 21, 2017, at 2:00 P.M. at St Peter Lutheran Church in Bay City with Rev. Dick Kastner officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:-7:p.m. at the funeral home. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Roland E. Hallemann, 83, of Bay City, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1999. |
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Linda Ann Hamons, of Ganado, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 27, 2017 at the age of 68. She was born in El Campo, Texas on March 21, 1948, to the late Lee D. Hamons, Sr. and Laura A. Wied.
Linda was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who will be missed dearly. Linda was El Campo’s very first polio victim of 1949. She was a patient at the Gonzales Warm Springs Foundation on and off throughout her childhood where she underwent many surgeries. She had a lovely voice and was chosen to sing at numerous events including the annual Christmas party at the Arabia Temple Crippled Children’s clinic in Houston as well as many other benefits and charity balls in Wharton County. On June 4, 1966, she married her sweetheart Wayne and moved to Bay City. Against medical advice, she had two children, and was a stay at home wife and mother. Linda was an exceptional baker and her specialty was homemade bread. She loved life and had a strong determination to live it to the best of her ability. She loved the color red, country and western music, pickles, and socializing with family, friends, and neighbors. Her strong faith in God made it possible to overcome all of the many obstacles she faced in her life. Linda continued to be a medical miracle for the rest of her life. Doctors were always amazed at the way she bounced back from illness. Her gradual decline in health was just too much to sustain any longer and she succumbed to the final ravages of post-polio syndrome.
She is survived by her daughter; Deanne Renee Barrie and her husband Christopher of Bay City; son, Russell Todd Melton of Bay City; sisters, Sandra Green (Howard) and Gail Hamons (Archie); brother, Lee Hamons, Jr. (Barbara); grandchildren, Chelsea Barrie, Russell Melton, Jr., Blaine Melton; great-grandchild, Ariella Melton; stepmother, Virginia Hamons; former husband, Wayne Louis Melton; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Linda is preceded in death by her parents; and nephew Michael Hamons.
Memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. in the St. James Lutheran Church of Ganado. Reverend Chris Heinold will be officiating.
Special thanks to the doctors and staff at Detar Hospital in Victoria as well as the staff at Ganado Nursing home for taking care of Linda until the end. Also a special thanks to those who visited her throughout the years because it was greatly appreciated.
Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
Bay City Tribune, February 1, 2017
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Did you know…? his question was always one of intrigue or something to make you think. I am speaking of Forrest Dale Harper born in Palacios, Texas on April 8th 1977 to Russell and Violet Harper. Residing predominantly in Cleburne. Forrest grew up with his two sisters, Heather Wilkerson and the youngest Lynelle Sparks who later made him an uncle with niece Taylor Fain. He excelled in Pathfinders, Boy Scouts and loved hiking and computers. Funny and quick witted the handsome young man married Jennifer Griffitt. Who gave birth to Katherine and Abigail Harper. On May 16, 1999 he married Elisha Rogers, mother of his youngest daughter Mackenzie. Forrest, a long standing member of the Cleburne Seventh Day Adventist Church, served in a number of positions. Over the years he was on the church board, served as webmaster and leader of the junior department. Perhaps his favorite roll was telling the children's story. With great excitement and forethought he strolled across the stage weaving a tale enjoyable to both young and old. One of his greatest joys came two weeks before his death, he became a grandpa to Corbyn Wise born to his oldest daughter. Forrest passed October 6th 2016 Did you know…? he's asleep awaiting Christ glorious second coming He is survived by his parents Russell and Violet Harper; his wife Elisha Harper; daughters Katherine Harper, Abigail Harper and MacKenzie Harper; sisters Heather Wilkerson and Husband Stephen; Lynelle Sparks and Husband Clay and niece Taylor Fain and nephew Taylor James Sparks and by one grandchild Corbyn Wise. There will be a memorial service honoring his life at 4:00 PM Monday, October 10, 2016 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home |
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Estelle Gordon Harris, 89, was a resident at the Legacy Assisted & Independent Living passed away on Saturday morning at 6:54 a.m. Estelle was born on February 7, 1927 to the late Ira Gordon, Sr. and Mary Hebert Rebector in Blessing, Texas where she grew up with her four siblings. She graduated from A. G. HIllard High School in Bay City. After graduation she moved to California. While in California, she went into nursing and worked for over 40 years in the pediatric ward at the University of California Hospital. Upon retirement in 1991, Stella, as she was affectionately called, returned to Texas and became a resident of Bay City. She soon joined Mother Zion Missionary Baptist Church and was an active member of the Bible Band, Mission 1, Mission 2, the church choir, and many MBGA special church activities. She was also a dedicated member of the Daughters in Progress Club. In 1998, Stella married James D. Harris. The couple had no children together but enjoyed caring for their beloved dog “Spanky.” Besides her parents, Stella was preceded in death by he husband James “JD”, in 2013; her pet, Spanky; three siblings, Alex (Buster) Grogans, Harvey (Rabbit) Grogans, and Alena (Sister Girl) Robinson. She will be lovingly remembered by her brother Ira Jr, 16 nieces and nephews, and a host of great-nieces, nephews, cousins, caretakers, and friends. Funeral services for Estelle Gordon Harris will be Saturday, October 15, 2016, 11 a.m. at Mother Zion Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Murray G. Martin, officiating. Burial will follow immediately after services at Eastview Cemetery [Cedarvale] in Bay City, Texas. Final arrangements are entrusted with Green’s Mortuary (979) 245-3489. Bay City Tribune, October 12, 2016 Photos courtesy of Faye Cunningham
James “JD” Harris, Jr. Funeral services for James “JD” Harris, Jr., 62 of Bay City will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 9,2013 at Mother Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. Murray Martin officiating. He is survived by: his wife, Estella of Bay City; two sons, James (and Quamica) Harris III of Pledger and Jonathon (and Kalena) of Bay City; six grandchildren, James IV, Diamond and Jakolby Harris of Bay City, Markayla and Marcus Saniel and Nsiaye Bonner of Pledger; three brothers, Manson (and Wandalyn) Harris of Bay City, Nelson (and Rose) Harris and Eugene Harris, Sr. of Palacios, and a whole host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. JD was born March 20, 1950 and passed away on Wednesday, January 30,2013 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas. Visitation will be from 4 until 8 pm on Friday, February 8, 2013 at Green’s Mortuary. Interment will be at Cedarvale Cemetery following the funeral services. Green’s Mortuary is in charge of final arrangements Bay City Tribune, February 6, 2013
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Christopher Lee Hartsfield, 68, of Sasakwa, OK, passed away March 22, 2017 in Bay City, TX. He was born December 23, 1948 in Fresno, California to Ervin Lee Hartsfield and Ruby Bernice Carrol Hartsfield. A musician, singer and keyboardist of Country and Classic Rock with the family band, Chris later turned his singing to the Lord. He started truck driving in 2002 and enjoyed traveling and seeing the beauty of God’s country. His CB handle was “Highstepper” for the years he spent at drywall, a family trade for over 30 years. He could walk, run and dance on his high stilts. He loved laughing and making others laugh. When at home, he loved spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren, who called him “Papa Duck” because he could talk like Yacky Doodle. Every year he would call and sing Happy Birthday to each family member in ‘duck talk’. This was very special for the grandchildren. Throughout his life, was the love and care of his family. This enhanced when he found the Lord, and at the end, he told his family to be ready and voiced his readiness to be with the Lord. Chris is preceded in death by his parents; son Brian Evan Lee Hartsfield; sister Ruby Sue Hartsfield and brothers, William Abner and Patrick Kelly Hartfield. He is survived by his wife Vencie Yeager Hartsfield; daughters Donna Nowlin (David) and Christina Dull (Phillip); brothers Leon, Ervin, Donald Ray and Douglas Hartsfield; 8 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held 2:00pm Monday, March 27, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Bay City, with Dr. Russ Munch officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers are Shannon McDaniel, Cory Blakely, David Nowlin, Bob Yeager, Joe Yeager and Emil Sliva . Honorary pallbearers are Phillip Dull and Douglas Hartsfield. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise
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Funeral services for Cecil Hawes, 84, of Blessing, Texas, will be held Thursday, October 20, 2016, at 10 a.m., at Green’s Mortuary in Bay City, Texas. Burial will follow at the V.A. Cemetery in Houston, Texas. Viewing will be held prior to the funeral service from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Thursday, October 20, 2016, at Green’s Mortuary. Arrangements with Green’s Mortuary, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-3489.
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David Wayne Hays, 51, of El Campo, Texas, passed away December 20, 2016. He was born on July 26, 1965 in Bay City, Texas to the late Loyd "Okie" Hays and Margaret Rice Hays. He was a self-employed truck driver and also worked at Ermis Vacuum Services for the last five years. He is survived by his wife, Micha Hoelscher of El Campo; daughters, Amanda Yarbrough and husband Alex of Daytona, FL, and Danielle Hays of Hungerford; sons, Colton Hays of Hungerford, Trent Hays of Hungerford, Michael Hays of Hungerford and Daelan Hays of El Campo; grandchildren, Brayden Yarbrough, Brooklyn Yarbrough, Brylee Yarbrough, Drake Hays and Hunter Hays; sister, Debbie Hutson and husband Brent of Van Vleck; and brothers, Danny and Donnie Hays, both of Bay City. Visitation began at 3 p.m., Thursday, December 22, 2016 at Triska Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. A remembrance service led by the family began at 10 a.m. Friday, December 23, 2016 at Triska Funeral Home. Burial followed at Garden of Memories Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jesse Morales, Jesse Lee, Wayne Zabodyn, Troy Jackson, Bobby Mills, Jody Guynes, David Hamor and Jason Helton. Memorial donations may be made to donor's choice. Condolences for the family may be left online at www.triskafuneralhome.com Arrangements with Triska Funeral Home, El Campo, Texas. 979-543-3681.
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March 30, 1921 - January 23, 2017
Katheryn Lucille Cagle Hazel, 95, of El Campo, passed away January 23, 2017. She was born on March 30, 1921 in Braggadocio, Missouri to the late William Ernest and Lottie March Kirksey Cagle.
In March of 1943 she joined the Army and became a member of the Women's Army Corp. (WAC's). She was discharged after the war in December of 1945. In January of 1958 she and her family moved to Bay City, Texas from Missouri. She worked in the Matagorda County County Clerk's office, State of Texas in the Welfare Program and as the Matagorda County's Veteran's Service Officer. She was a resident of El Campo for the past 25 years. Katheryn was a member of the Bay City Pilot Club and was the longest living member of the club. She served as President of the Bay City Pilot Club twice. She was a member of the American Legion Post 11 in Bay City and served as Adjutant for 10 years and volunteered with the Girl Scouts of America. She was also a charter member of the Bay City Nature Club for 25 years.
She is survived by her daughter, Nancy (Frank) Kacal of El Campo; granddaughters, Jennifer (Tim) Patek of Seguin, and Susan (Mitch) Stogner of Austin; great-grandchildren, Hannah and Cameron Patek of Seguin; brothers, Kenneth (Shirley) Cagle of Irwin, PA, and Lonnie (Nancy) Cagle of Caruthersville, MO; and sister-in-law, Sally Cagle of Rockingham, NC.
Katheryn was preceded in death by her parents; son, James Rogers Hazel Jr.; sisters, Alberta Robertson and Ione Lemond; and brothers, Willard, James and Gerald Cagle.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, January 26, 2017 at Triska Funeral Home in El Campo, Texas.
Graveside services will follow at 3 p.m. at Oaklawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Everyday Heroes or donor's choice.
Condolences may be left online at www.triskafuneralhome.com
Triska Funeral Home, El Campo, Texas. 979-543-3681.
Bay City Tribune, January 25, 2017
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Learline Henson, near lifelong resident of Matagorda County, passed away in Matagorda General Hospital on September 20, 2016 at 9:40 a.m.
She was born Andril Learline Rooks to Eugene and Mary (Knapp) Rooks in the winter of 1940 on February 4 in Palacios. The eldest of six siblings, she helped to raise the younger children, as was the way of the time. All of the children were born and raised at the Green house. That area came to be known and is still known as Green Acres.
The family grew to include; Merlin, Charlie, Cecil, Ellen and baby sister Shirley. The entire family continued to reside in south Texas for most of their lives, mostly in Matagorda County.
Learline went to school in Palacios where she met and fell in love with her future husband Irvin (IW) Henson.
He was also born in Palacios; the youngest of four siblings, and one year older than she was. They both graduated from Palacios High School, IW in ’57 and Learline in ’58.
These high school sweethearts married in the summer of ’58 after her graduation, right here in Palacios. They soon started their own family with Cheryl being born in ’59, followed by Chris in ’60 and the youngest son Craig in ’61. Time went on, and the loving wife and mother, Learline, raised the children to school age.
In 1967 she started to deliver mail on a rural route, called the Star route in those days. She took the route over from JW Henson, IW’s father, and made a career of it. She continued to deliver mail in Matagorda County until she retired in 2005. She also managed the Dairy Queen in the late seventies while continuing to deliver mail.
She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved her pet poodles companionship while at home. She also enjoyed watching and listening at the many country and western music shows her life-long love and husband, IW, performed throughout the area. Her favorite was ‘I Will Always Love You’ written by Dolly Parton. She would get mad if IW didn’t perform it at every show.
She was preceded in passing by both parents, younger brother Cecil and granddaughter Angelique, another one of the sweetest people you could ever meet, tragically killed at a very young age, in an automobile accident. She leaves behind her high school sweetheart and loving husband of 58 years, her daughter and two sons, 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, a brother and three sisters.
She will be dearly missed by all whose lives she touched and
remembered with love and affection by everyone close to her. She
will live on in the hearts of all the lives she touched, forever. Palacios Beacon, September 28, 2016
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VICTORIA - Kathy D. Higgins, 67, of Victoria, Texas, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2017. She was born on May 5, 1949 in Bay City, Texas to John Edward and Kathryn Cornelius Davant.
Kathy enjoyed traveling, shopping, dining, reading and was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. She also enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren, her time with 'the girls' and her annual sisters trip.
Kathy is survived by her daughter, Jamie Neyland and husband Justin of Victoria; son, Gregg Higgins of Houston; sisters, Carolyn Fricke, Teddi Perry and husband Graham and Genie Wilson and husband David; brothers, Jim Davant and wife Sandra and Bill Davant and wife Debbie; grandchildren, Garrett Lehnert and fiance Jenna Morgan, Chance Burkhart and Morgan Neyland; 'adopted granddaughter', Brittany Peralez; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, John Edward and Kathryn Cornelius Davant.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. at Grace Funeral Home, 2401 Houston Highway, with Pastor Bard Letsinger officiating.
Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.gracefuneralhome.net.
Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Grace Funeral Home.
Victoria Advocate, 17 January 2017
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August 23, 1932 - January 30, 2017
Jack Hayden Hollister, 84, of Bay City, Texas passed away on January 30, 2017.
He was born August 23, 1932 in Ponchatoula, Louisiana to the late Graham Ladnier Hollister and Alice Fairfax Gautier Hollister. He married Eleanor Preisach on August 9, 1957 in Beaumont, Texas. Jack entered the Army and served in Japan in 1954. After leaving the military he attended school at Lamar University and University of Texas. Jack and Elly started their life in Beaumont and moved several places including Louisiana, San Antonio, McAllen, Kingwood and then to Bay City in 1984.
Jack was always very involved in his community and church wherever he lived. He was one of the main coordinators who started Little League in Louisiana and Beaumont, TX. He was the Bay City Chamber of Commerce President in 1988, a founding member of the Palacios Yacht Club, President and board member of the Matagorda Co. Museum and President and member of the Bay City Kiwanis. Being an avid golfer, he loved the game of golf and played as much as possible with all of his golf buddies. Jack was a wonderful family man and cherished every moment he had with his family. He cared about his friends and was amazing at checking up on them from time to time to make sure they were doing okay. Jack never met a stranger, he was one of the kindest, most loving men you could ever meet.
Jack is survived by his wife Elly; his son, Lane (Teresa); daughter, Lezlie Richards (Mark); grandsons, Vincent Richards (Lindsey), Graham Hollister and Christopher Richards (Sheraden); granddaughters, Lindsey Leissner (Chance) and Chelsey Richards; and numerous nieces, nephews and family members.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Jim Hollister; and sister-in-law, Sue Hollister.
Visitation was held at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home on Thursday, February 2, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
A funeral service was held on Friday, February 3, 2017 at 3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Bay City with Pastor Russ Munch officiating.
Interment followed at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.
Pallbearers were William Ratliff, David Kautz, Vincent Richards, Graham Hollister, Chris Richards and Chance Leissner.
Honorary pallbearers were the members of the Friendship Sunday School Class, Mel Bradburn, Wynn Brinson and Kent Broussard.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be share with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net.
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune, February 5, 2017 Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise
Elly Hollister Esther Eleanor “Elly” Lucile Preisach Hollister Elly Hollister of Bay City, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2021 at the age of 84. She was born in Beaumont, TX to the late Esther Zoller Preisach and George John Preisach. Elly graduated from Lamar University where she was a member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority and was on the Year Book Staff. She met the love of her life Jack Hayden Hollister and they were married on August 9, 1957. After she graduated she taught History at Marshall Middle School and was the sponsor for Student Council. She served as an Advisor for her Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, served on the Neches River Festival Committee and was a member of a Social Couples Dance Club in Beaumont. She and Jack started their life in Beaumont and moved several places including Baton Rouge, LA, San Antonio, McAllen, Kingwood, Calallen and then to Bay City in 1984. Elly was a member of First United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Friendship Sunday school class and loved helping with Church in the hallway at the Legacy. Elly put all of her time into her family and cherished every moment with her children and grandchildren. She loved being “MeMe” to all the grandkids and their friends. Elly and Jack would attend all her children’s and grandchildren’s events including: T-Ball, baseball, dance recitals and shows, drill team, swimming, track, bull-riding, band, plays, cross-country, and basketball. She sewed many dance costumes for the girls. Elly took great joy in gardening, raising her flowers and plants. Her “green thumb” came from her father who was a florist. While enjoying the outdoors she especially enjoyed watching the birds, a hobby she shared with family and friends. Elly loved cooking for the family’s get-togethers. She was the best at staying in touch with people, nurturing friendships and putting others before herself. She truly was one of the kindest and loving people you could meet. She is now jitterbugging with Jack and is at peace and her mind is restored. Elly is survived by her son Lane (Teresa) Hollister, daughter Lezlie Richards (Mark), grandsons Vincent Richards (Lindsey), Graham Hollister, Christopher Richards (Sheraden), granddaughters Lindsey Leissner (Chance), Chelsey Hunt (Joey) and two great-grandsons Mark V. Richards III, and Nathaniel Richards, and numerous nieces, nephews and family members. She is preceded in death by her parents and her late husband Jack Hollister. Visitation will be at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at 2:00pm followed by a service at 3:00 with John DeWitt officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Pallbearers will be Lane Hollister, Vincent Richards, Mark Richards, Graham Hollister, Christopher Richards, Chance Leissner and Joey Hunt. Memorials may be made to The Alzheimer's Association, or the charity of your choice.
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December 27, 1940 - February 8, 2017
James “Roy” Hornbostel, 76, of Brazoria, Texas passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, February 8, 2017.
Roy was born on December 27, 1940 to Alvin and Margaret Hornbostel. He worked as a carpenter for his entire career and retired from US Contractors in 2002. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, riding his motorcycle and being outdoors.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Judy Hornbostel; and his son, Ron Gibbens.
Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Mary Anne Hornbostel; daughter, Darla Heeringa and her husband, Terry of Nashville, TN; daughter-in-law, Kazuko Gibbens of Santa Fe, TX; granddaughters, Emily and Rachel Heeringa of Waco, TX and Eva Gibbens of Santa Fe, TX; and brother, Charles Hornbostel of La Rose, LA.
The family will be receiving friends and family on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia, 634 S. Columbia Dr. 77486 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Diabetes Association or Charity of Choice.
Services are under the direction of Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia, 634 S. Columbia Dr. 77486 (979) 345-3232. Online condolences may be left for the family by signing the guestbook at www.bakerfuneralhome.net
Bay City Tribune, February 12, 2017
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Paul Warren Horton was born in Penn Yan, New York. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Warren and Mable Wagner Horton; and wife, Sheila Horton. Survivors include his three sons, Kris, Mike and P.J. Horton; the mother of his children, Donna Nobles; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. A Memorial to Celebrate his Life will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, December 11, 2016, at El Maton Hall in El Maton, Texas.
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Randall Dale Howard, 51, passed away April 14, 2017. He was born on July 30, 1965 the youngest of four children to Kenneth and Geraldine Howard, and brother to Tom, Steve, and Teresa Howard. Randall was the father to children Amanda, Kenneth, Amber, and Angela Howard and the grandfather of Ashton, Kendall, Grace, Donovan, Daisy, and Aiden. Randall worked in the oil industry, as well as the seafood industry as a commercial fisherman, and also had a tree service. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, and playing board games and dominoes with his family. He was an outgoing, down to earth, fun loving, son, brother, father and grandfather. In his final days Randall really grew near to God and is now in the presence of our Heavenly Father. Visitation will be 5:00-8:00pm Tues. April 18 at the funeral home. Services will be 2:00pm Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at Palacios Funeral Home with Rev. James Collins officiating. Interment will follow at Midfield Cemetery. Pallbearers are Kenneth Howard, Daniel Harborth, Tray Sparks, Joey Stanton, Tom Howard and Ashton Harborth.
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Marguerite Harkey Hubbard, 92, of Bay City, passed away April 18, 2017. She was born July 17, 1924 in Tallahatchie Co., Mississippi to Henry Lawrence Gillett and Ollie Hester Mullen Gillett. Marguerite is survived by daughters Sherry Harkey Klein (Bill), Linda Harkey Fenoglio (Ernie) and Harriet Gayle Hubbard; son Tommy Harkey (Billie); brother Dennis Gillett; 10 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; 3 husbands: Thomas Harkey, Harry Hubbard, and Sidney Kettle; 2 sisters; and 2 brothers. The family will receive friends and relatives from 5:00-7:00 pm Thursday, April 20 at the funeral home. Services will be 2:00pm Friday, April 21, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Glenn Organ officiating. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery in Blessing, TX. Pallbearers are Cody Klein, Bryan Denbow, Billy Denbow, Jerramy Baker, Lane Baker and David Fenoglio. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise
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VICTORIA - David Newsome Huebner was born on August 29, 1934 in Lane City in Wharton County Texas to George Lee Huebner and Leta Belle Taylor Huebner; the youngest of five sons from a prominent ranching family. He was proficient at numerous disciplines including music. He attended Texas A & M University; schools in Lane City and Wharton; graduated from Wharton High School where he met the love of his life, Ruth LaVerne Brandt, who would become his wife of more than 60 years. David worked as a pilot for American Flyers, at Foster Field and as a private pilot for the Braman family in Victoria. His incredible talent for being able to fix anything led him to open his own business; David's Car Care. He retired from the workforce at age 79, having served as Manager of Maintenance at South Texas Lighthouse for the Blind. The most important thing David did for his family was to fervently love his wife. It was a love that transcended their relationship and enveloped his children and entire family. David was a man of superior intellect, integrity, and strength combined with tenderness, warmth, and humility. He poured the best of himself into his family and they were all made confident by his boundless gift. Following a brief illness, David passed into heaven on Wednesday, November 30, 2016 in Victoria, Texas at the age of 82. He is survived by his wife Ruth and their three children; Barry Huebner (Shirley), Sharon Huebner Barnard (Patrick), and Lynly Huebner Camp (J.C.) all of Victoria. The joy of David's life included his grandchildren and they loved their Pa Man; Shannon Huebner, Brandon Huebner (Raquel), Ryan Barnard, Brandt Barnard (Jenica, dec.), David Barnard, Marcus Camp (Daniala), Jenalyn Camp Sheblak (Carl). He is also survived by his great-grandchildren; Dakota, Cheyenne, Branson, Brenham, Sahara, and Bradley. His brothers; Bert L. Huebner (Dorothy) of Bay City, and William G. Huebner (Jutta) of Houston. David's numerous nieces and nephews held him in the highest regard and will greatly miss him. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers; George Lee Huebner, Jr. and Marcus Taylor Huebner. His family will honor his memory with a private graveside service on Friday; December 9, 2016 with Pastor Mike Singenstreu officiating. Pallbearers will be his seven grandchildren. David's legacy will reflect his life of devotion to his family. Services are under the direction of Rosewood Funeral Chapel. Memorials may be made to the Jenica Edge Barnard Memorial Fund, c/o VISD Education Foundation.
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Dorothy Ann Baer Huebner, 86, of Bay City, Texas passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2016. Dot (or Shorty as she was affectionately known) lived her entire life in Matagorda County. She was born on February 26, 1930 in Bay City and grew up in Matagorda. She moved to Bay City upon her marriage to her loving husband of 63 years, Bert L. Huebner. Dot was co-manager, along with Bert, of the Baer Cattle Company for over fifty years. Dot’s fervent passion for protection of her family legacy combined with her steadfast commitment to following good judgment and sound business practices helped guide and sustain the family ranching business for a substantial portion of its 143 year history. Her commitment and leadership helped solidly secure Baer Cattle Company’s place among the oldest, continuous cattle operations within the State of Texas. Dot is survived by Bert; her three children, Allison Huebner Tally (Cam), Glenn Baer Huebner, and Sara Lee Huebner; and her three grandchildren, Leigh Anne Tally, Taylor Maclin Tally, and Savannah Glyn Tally. Dot was always thrilled with visits from the grandchildren and the grandchildren themselves have very fond memories of summers spent at “boot camp” with their wonderful grandparents. Dot graduated from Newcomb College of Tulane University in New Orleans. She was a founding member of the Junior Service League of Bay City and an active participant of numerous other community service organizations over the years. Dot was pre-deceased by her parents, Arthur G. and Pearl Alyce Yates Baer; infant, Daniel Baer Huebner; and her two sisters, Hattie Louise Baer Hall and Ruth Alyce Baer Westmoreland. Dot was warmly considered to be a second mom to her nieces and nephews whom she loved very much, Kalyn Westmoreland Green (deceased), Greg Baer Westmoreland, Reid Baer Westmoreland, Jami Ruth Westmoreland Ahysen, Ruth Ann Hall Taylor, Jenilu Hall, Marc Baer Hall (deceased), Carolyn Sue (Suzy) Hall Walters and Arthur Baer Hall. The family received visitors from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City. The funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m., Sunday, December 18, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church of Bay City with the Rev. Pauline Harvey Storey officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City. Pallbearers will be Glenn Baer Huebner, Ruth Ann Hall Taylor, Greg Baer Westmoreland, Reid Baer Westmoreland, Arthur Baer Hall, Cam Tally, Taylor Tally, J.D. Gatson and Sherry Brown. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Bay City or the Bay City Public Library. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. (979) 245-4613. Bay City Tribune, December 16, 2016 online Marker photo courtesy of Susie Adkins
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Gary Staton Hunter set out for home on April 14th, 2017 and now walks hand-in-hand with Jesus. He was born on April 25th, 1949 in Lampasas, Texas to Staton Edward and Sophia Lemons Hunter. A celebration of Gary’s life for Christ is pending. Gary was former owner of Hunter Welding, Inc., in Palacios, Texas, former Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force, Other past associations include: Deacon at First Baptist Church of Palacios, member of the board of directors at City State Bank of Palacios, Secretary - Treasurer of the Palacios Economic Development Corporation, Matagorda County Economic Development Corporation, member of the Air Force Association, bull rider with the Texas A&I Rodeo Club, and football player at Palacios High School, where he was frequently referred to as “Determination Plus.” He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 46 years, Mary Alice Hunter of Palacios, Texas; daughter Sandra Hunter Lesley and husband Jack of Richmond, Texas; daughter Garrie Hunter Aranda and husband Alfonso of Hutto, Texas; daughter Renee Rouviere Miller of Tucson, Arizona; grandchildren Madison Grace Aranda, Brint Michael Lesley, Shelby Miller Romero, Elizabeth Miller, and Cole Miller; and great grandson Hunter Panzica; one soon to arrive great granddaughter Elyana Romero; and his beloved dog, Milo. Multitudes of other young people Gary encountered during his ministry for Jesus as well as the upbringing of his girls simply called him “dad.” A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 3 pm at Live Oak Cemetery near Hamilton, Texas. The family requests that any donations in Gary’s honor be made to Ireland Church of Christ, 628 E. Brooks Drive, Evant, TX 76525; Live Oak Cemetery Association, 1028 CR 92, Purmela, TX 76566; Air Force Association at https://www.afa.org/donate; or a charity of your choice. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
Gary Staton Hunter Gary Staton Hunter set out for home on April 14, 2017 and now walks hand-in-hand with Jesus. He was born on April 25, 1949 in Lampasas, Texas to Staton Edward and Sophia Lemons Hunter. Gary was former owner of Hunter Welding, Inc., in Palacios, Texas and former Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force. Other past associations include, Deacon at First Baptist Church of Palacios, member of the Board of Directors at City State Bank of Palacios, Secretary - Treasurer of the Palacios Economic Development Corporation, Matagorda County Economic Development Corporation, member of the Air Force Association, bull rider with the Texas A&I Rodeo Club, and football player at Palacios High School, where he was frequently referred to as “Determination Plus.” He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 46 years, Mary Alice Hunter of Palacios, Texas; daughter, Sandra Hunter Lesley and husband Jack of Richmond, Texas; daughter, Garrie Hunter Aranda and husband Alfonso of Hutto, Texas; daughter, Renee Rouviere Miller of Tucson, Arizona; grandchildren, Madison Grace Aranda, Brint Michael Lesley, Shelby Miller Romero, Elizabeth Miller, and Cole Miller; great grandson, Hunter Panzica; one soon to arrive great granddaughter, Elyana Renee Romero; and his beloved dog, Milo. Multitudes of other young people Gary encountered during his ministry for Jesus as well as the upbringing of his girls simply called him “dad.” A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2017 at the First Baptist Church in Palacios, Texas. Lunch will be served for family and friends immediately following the service at the Christian Life Center. The family requests that any donations in Gary's honor be made to the Air Force Association at https://afa.org/donate; First Baptist Church of Palacios, 202 Main Street, Palacios, TX 77465; or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune,
May 17, 2017 |
