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YOAKUM: Richard H. Halbison, age 66, passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022. He was born December 20, 1955 in Liberty, Texas to James and Mattie Taylor Halbison. He was a chief welding inspector. He traveled extensively all over the U.S. and overseas. After making his career in inspections he retired in 2019. He was a hard worker and was a Master Mason for 35 years. Survivors: wife, Cathy Nedbalek Halbison; daughter, Rebecca Rendon (Christopher) of Victoria; son, Jarrod Halbison (Anne) of Yoakum; grandchildren, Kirslynn Rendon, Christian Rendon, Aubrina Rendon, Ashlee Egan and Abbygail Halbison; brothers, Boyce Halbison and James Halbison both of Van Vleck. He was preceded in death by his father, James Halbison of Van Vleck and his in-laws, Johnnie and Marie Nedbalek of Blessing. No funeral service will be held. Arrangements by Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home in Yoakum 361-293-5656.
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On Sunday, January 10, 2021, at 1:09 p.m. Loretta Faye Roden Hall, a week short of her 95th birthday, was ushered into the presence of the Lord. She was born on January 18, 1926, in Broken Bow, Oklahoma, to Olin B. and Virgie Lou Roden. Loretta, more affectionately called Mom, Grandma, Sis Hall, joined her loving husband, Reverend James Truett Hall; father and mother, Olin B. and Virgie Lou Roden; and sisters Dorothy Virginia Roden and Bettie Jo Freeman. The words that the Apostle Paul wrote in Second Timothy 4:6-9 most aptly describes her last day. She fought a good fight even until the end. Her course on this earth is finished. She has been a faithful servant of the Lord. Therefore, a crown of righteousness awaits her. The family has great sadness but at the same time has peace that God has now given her a complete healing. Loretta was survived by her sister Mary Nell Whalen (Elmer) of Texarkana; daughter Shirley (Mickey) Burwell of Webster; son James Truett Hall, Jr. (Susan Ashley) of Madison, Wisconsin; daughter Reva (Randy) Kitterman of Pearland; and daughter Reba (Allan) Kingsbury of Conroe. She is survived by grandson James Gregory (Stephanie) Hall of Mansfield; grand-daughter Lorie Gayle (Scott) Batson of Ft. Worth; and grandson Brent Reid (Ruby) Phillips of Houston. She is survived by great grandchildren James Gregory Hall, Jr. (Jessica Rodriguez) of Boston; Claire Hall and Michael Hall of Mansfield; Bryan Phillips, Elan Glenn, Emerson Glenn, and Ellison Glenn of Houston; and brother-in-law Gene Freeman. She is survived by special friends Doris Swanner-Black and Katie White of Mt. Pleasant and Ruth Wistinghausen of Alvin, Texas. In addition, there are many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was an amazing mother – big hearted, caring, beautiful, smart, and very talented – and treated her children like a mother hen, watching over all of them with great care. Her many talents encompassed cooking (a hot meal each evening with a freshly made dessert), sewing (in one day she could make Reva and Reba a dress while they were at school). She blessed many people with her singing songs of Praise to her Lord. She started cooking and taking care of a home when she was a young girl and her parents worked in the fields. She loved to work and do for others. She was a beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, sister, granny, great grandmother and friend. She was a faithful Christian lady who served the Lord with great joy, leaving a legacy of faith to all of those who knew her. She and her husband made a great team, enjoying many special moments while working together and pastoring for over 40 years. Her last few years were spent at Laurel Court Nursing Home in Alvin, and the family thanks those who took care of her there, as well as Paula DeSham who did mom’s hair weekly. Our family would also like to thank everyone for your many thoughts, prayers, and expressions of love. A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. at the Alvin New Life Worship Center. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 12:00 P.M at the Alvin New Life Worship Center. 208 North Beauregard St. Alvin, Texas 77511. Interment will follow after services at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Bay City, Texas.
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Cheryl Lynn Ham, 71 of Bay City, Texas passed away September 24, 2021. Cheryl Lynn Ham was born July 8, 1950 to William Jefferson (Billy) Ham and Bettye Marlyne Massey Ham in Bay City, Texas. Cheryl grew up in Sargent, Texas where her dad farmed maize and cotton. She attended Van Vleck School and WCJC. She then graduated from Texas A&M University with a double major in biology and chemistry in 1976. Cheryl worked for Phillips Petroleum for over 20 years. She worked as an operator, trainer and the first woman Stillman in the history of Phillips 66 at Old Ocean, Texas. A traumatic brain injury shortened her career at Phillips. Cheryl was an avid animal lover and past president of For The Love of Animals. Preceding her in death are her parents and younger brother W. J. (Billy J.) Ham. Surviving her, and treasuring her memories, are her sister Linda Ham Lyle and husband David; her nieces Theresa (Kevin) LeDoux of Sulphur, Louisiana and Anna (Blake) of Spicewood, Texas., her great nephews Garrett, Brady LeDoux and Clay Howe and great niece Jade Howe. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 pm Friday, October 1, 2021 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will begin at 2:00 pm, with a graveside following at Cedarvale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Love of Animals, P.O. Box 1353, Bay City, TX 77404-1353 or the charity of your choice.
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Frank Hamel Frank Hamel died May 15 at Tivoli, Texas, and was buried May 17 from Holy Cross Church in Bay City Cemetery, Rev. M. O'Reagan officiating. He was 77 years of age on July 4. Born in St. Gertrude , Canada, he moved to Kansas and from there to Louisiana; thence to Bay City in fall of 1901. He lived here till 1912, and moved to Tivoli. A wife, four sons, and one daughter survive. They wise to thank friends in Bay City for kindness and sympathy in hour of sore bereavement. Matagorda County Tribune, May 20, 1927 Frank Hamel Mr. Frank Hamel, formerly of this city and county, died at Tivoli Sunday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock and will be buried in Bay City tomorrow, Tuesday afternoon after religious services at the Catholic Church which will be held immediately following the arrival of the afternoon train. Matagorda County Tribune, May 20, 1927 Mrs. Malvina Hamel Mrs. Malvina Hamel, age 83, died last night in Lake Charles, La. Burial Cedarvale Cem. Survived by 4 Sons: Frank, Pete, A. L., R. Hamel. dau: Mrs. A. G. Fontenot. 15 grandchildren & 19 g. grandchildren.
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Dennis Wayne Hamilton, 69, of Bay City passed away April 28, 2022. He was born August 14, 1952 in Bay City, TX to the late Jack Winston Hamilton and Geneva Mae Middleton Hamilton. He was a retired pipefitter. He spent most of his time after retirement helping take care of his parents and caring for his dog, Daisy. He loved to read. He had a gentle soul and made a friend with everyone he met. Survivors include sisters Jacqueline Matura (Lester) and Carolyn Wells; nieces and nephews Thomas Matura, Stephanie Reed (Robby), Elizabeth Rodgers (Matt), Sarah Hudson (Bobby) and Edward Wells (Jill) and great nieces and nephews Kailah Matura, Kade Matura, Robert Reed, Ruger Reed, Emily Rodgers, Kathryn Rodgers, Katie Hudson, Shelby Hudson, Loren Hudson, Ana Wells, Jackson Wells and Samuel Wells. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM Thursday at Nichols Street Church of Christ. Graveside service will be 10:30 AM at Roselawn Memorial Park with Rev. Lane Par-Due officiating. Pallbearers will be Robby Reed, Robert Reed, Thomas Matura, Kade Matura, Edward Wells and Matt Rodgers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ruger Reed, Jerry Werlla, Bobby Hudson, Gary Middleton and Jackson Wells.
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Geneva Maye Hamilton, 92, of Bay City, TX passed went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 8, 2022. She was born November 7, 1929 in New Gulf, TX to the late Chester Middleton and Johnnie Reese Middleton. Neva, as she was most well known, married Jack Hamilton on March 20, 1949 at Calvary Baptist Church, where she became a dedicated and life long member. She and Jack raised their children, and shared 67 years of marriage. Neva enjoyed her time as a dedicated homemaker, her Sunday school class, and being part of the Women’s Missionary Union. Neva is preceded in death by her parents; husband Jack; brothers T.J., J.R. and Owen Middleton, and sister Juanell Clayton. She is survived by children Jacqueline Matura (Lester), Dennis Hamilton and Carolyn Wells, all of Bay City; grandchildren Thomas Matura, Stephanie Reed (Robby), Elizabeth Rodgers (Matthew), Sarah Hudson (Bobby), and Edward Well (Jill); great-grandchildren Kailah and Kade Matura, Robert and Ruger Reed, Emily and Kathryn Rodgers, Katlyn, Shelby and Loren Hudson, and Anastasia, Jackson and Samuel Wells; sister Sue Lowery, and a number of nieces, nephews and friends. The family will receive friends and relatives beginning at 9:00 am Friday, April 15, 2022 at Calvary Baptist Church. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 am with Rev. Lane Par-Due officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Pallbeares are Thomas Matura, Matthews, Edward Wells, Robby Reed, Robert Reed and Ryan Abercrombie. Honorary pallbearers are Bobby Hudson, Kade Matura, Ruger Reed and Jackson Wells.
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Dolly Ann Hamlin, 86, of Palacios passed away December 24, 2021. She was born November 25, 1935 in Palacios, TX to the late Walter Milam and Josephine Callaway Milam. Her life centered around her family, her church and the Palacios community. She was an excellent cook and was most happy when cooking for others. Her German Chocolate Cake was famous all over town and it will be greatly missed. Although she was raised in the Methodist Church, she spent over 60 years as an active member of the First Baptist Church of Palacios serving on an infinite number of committees and of course serving food for countless events. She was a member of the The Alapha Club for over five decades and active in the Palacios Chamber of Commerce for several years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Billy Brice Hamlin. She is survived by a son Walter Hamlin (Barbara); a daughter Lisa Ann McKethan (Darren); a sister Betty Foulds; her grandchildren Jay Hamlin, Clay Hamlin (Lauren), John-Mark McKethan (America), Kyle Hamlin (Chelsea), Will McKethan (Kaitlyn) and Presley Fisk (Brandon) and great grandchildren Samuel Thomas Hamlin, Zachary Hamlin, Riley Marie Hamlin, Shiloh Grace Hamlin and a great granddaughter on the way. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at the First Baptist Church in Palacios. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM with Rev. Hollas Hoffman officiating. Interment will follow at Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jay Hamlin, Clay Hamlin, Kyle Hamlin, John-Mark McKethan, Will McKethan and Brandon Fisk. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Palacios Public Library or charity of your choice.
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Howard Thomas Harper was born on December 18, 1946. He entered heaven on July 17, 2022. He is survived by his beloved wife Shirley Webb Harper, his daughter Tasha Werner, sons Hunter Harper and Dennis Harper, and many grandchildren, his sister Mary McCaleb Franklin and her children Caren and Mahdroo McCaleb, a dear aunt, Helen Dunbar Cobble, and numerous cousins. Howard grew up nearby on the Buckeye Ranch with his parents Melvin and Leona who predecease him. He bought his first cows when he was in junior high with money he earned picking up and burning oak stumps to help his father clear land for rice farming. Ever since Howard has loved being on the land, working cattle, spading levees, mowing pastures, or working on equipment. In his down time, you would find him with his nose in a book. Howard loved to read, and he read everything. He was a walking encyclopedia. He learned everything a man could except how to spell. Most of us know Howard because of his service to Christ. He felt the call of God to be a preacher from a young age and went on to earn a doctorate in theology. He pastored many churches including the Mason Baptist Church, La Belle Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Markham, First Baptist Church of Matagorda and Midfield Community Church where his great grandfather had been a circuit rider Pastor over 100 years ago. For his entire life Howard counseled the troubled, visited the sick, fed the poor, led mission trips and church retreats. Howard married or buried more of us than we can count. His Christlike service has reached far beyond his family and town, and we can feel the outpouring of love and support from the many who felt his impact. His passing leaves a big hole in many lives, and he will be deeply missed. There will be a celebration of his life at the First Baptist Church of Markham at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 24, 2022, followed by a dessert reception afterward. Howard loved desserts.
Bay City Tribune, July
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Jackie (Boyd) Harris was born March 8, 1926 in Edom, Texas to Grady and Eunice Boyd. During WWII, Jackie travelled by train from east Texas to San Diego, California to marry Benton Harris (USN) in 1944. He was the love of her life till he departed to his heavenly home in 2001. Jackie was reunited with Benton on December 7, 2021 in Flower Mound, Texas. In 1946, Jackie and Benton moved to Bay City where they resided on Nichols Ave until 1997. In addition to being a homemaker and mother, Jackie worked at Sears and Fiesta Lanes. Jackie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother & friend. She touched so many lives during her time on this earth. Jackie is preceded in death by her husband Benton Harris, parents, brothers Moral Boyd and Mac Boyd and sister Fay (Boyd) Smith. She is survived by her sons Stan and Rex (Beverly), granddaughters Kelly and Cassie (Shaun) and 7 great grandsons, Tyler, Holden, Jesse, Alex, Tristan, Grayson and Garrett. A celebration of life was held on December 13, 2021, at 1 p.m. at Edom Cemetery in Edom, Texas, under the direction of Eubank Funeral Home. The family would like to thank the Staff at Aspen Hospice and Rambling Oaks Nursing Home for their compassionate care.
Bay City Tribune, December 15, 2021 |
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Mary Ruth Harris, 94 of Bay City, passed away June 27, 2021 peacefully at her daughter’s home. She was born May 29, 1927 in Colorado City, TX to the late Joseph Dave Pike and Mary King Pike. She was a faithful servant of God, faithful to her husband and a caring and supportive Mother. Our Mother was a woman of Proverbs as she was diligent in her work at home, sewing clothes for her family and others, she always had a garden to make sure there were vegetables year round, she also worked at J.C. Penney for several years, then went on to real estate school to become a realtor. She later became the Bookkeeper for her husband at Harris Welding until they retired. She worked long hours to provide for her family while her husband was away working pipelines to provide a home for the family. She was selfless and gave all to her family and always placed herself last. She set a great example for her children and grandchildren to always seek God first, knowing he will provide. Never goodbye, but we will see you in Heaven. She is survived by 4 daughters: Pat Malone (George) of Norco, CA, Linda Wilkerson (Bo) of Norman, AR, Kay Aeby (Carl) of Spring Branch, TX, and Lisa Krobot (Mark) of Bay City; 1 son, Bobby Harris, Jr. (Teresa Jo) of Henryetta, OK; 15 Grandchildren, 23 Great Grandchildren, 9 Great Great Grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and Stepfather Eschol Condrey; Husband Bobby Harris, Sr.; 2 Sisters, Etta Mae Miller Caldwell and Evey Dean West; 1 Brother, Vernon Lee Pike; Son-in-law Michael Van Dyke, and her Great-Grandson Grayson Swinburn. A Celebration of her life will be held 10:30 am Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Northside Chapel, 2721 Carey Smith Blvd. (16th Street), Bay City, TX with Pastor Tommy Griffin officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to her Church. Northside Chapel Church of God of Prophecy, C/O Judy Miller at 4106 Rice Avenue, Bay City, TX 77414.
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Virginia Irene (Sayre) Harrison was born May 7, 1943, in Enid, Oklahoma, to Boyd Ernest and Sarah Irene Sayre. She found peace with her Lord and Savior on July 5, 2021, in Sugar Land, Texas, after an all too brief battle with the effects of Parkinson’s disease, Dementia, and Rem Sleep Disorder at the age of 78. Virginia was a much beloved wife, mother, teacher, grandmother, and friend to many. She had a zest for life. Her passions in life included flower gardening, sailing, travel, camping with teacher friends, and playing party with friends. During her 55 married years to Charles Wesley Harrison, she owned three sail boats and crewed for friends in regattas. During the late 1980’s into the mid 1990’s, she volunteered as crew on the tall square rigged ship Elissa, operated out of Galveston by the historical society and made several voyages, most notably from New Orleans to Galveston. She played bridge with several groups over the last 25, years. Virginia’s travel adventures included Mexico, Argentina, Thailand, England, Scotland, Wales, The Caribbean Islands, Alaska, Holland, Greece, Italy, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Canada, France, Spain, and many parts of the United States. Virginia and Charles met in 1961 at Lamar University (Beaumont, TX), where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Education. They married in 1966 and stated a family (Brian C. Harrison - 1969, Robin I. Harrison - 1971). After raising her family, she began her 20 year teaching career in Alief ISD, teaching science and biology to 8th and 9th grade students. She was a dedicated, hardworking teacher who was much loved by her students. Virginia was dedicated to her Christian faith and was a current member of Grand Lakes Presbyterian Church in Katy, TX. She was predeceased by her parents and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is survived by her husband, Charles Wesley Harrison; son, Brian Charles Harrison (daughter-in-law, Leslie Michelle Shoup Harrison); daughter, Robin Irene Britton (son-in-law, David Keith Britton); grandchildren, Jakob Everett Britton, Elise Marie Britton, Travis Michael Harrison; sisters, Carolyn Ruth Sayre (Jay Smith), and Peggy Sue (Sayre) Ransom (John). Many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends will also miss her dearly. Visitation will be from 6 - 8:00 p.m. Friday, July 9, 2021, at Garmany & Carden Funeral Directors Chapel, 1201 Fourth Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471. Internment (Graveside) services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Morton Cemetery, 401 N 2nd Street, Richmond, TX 77469, followed by a Celebration of Virginia’s life at 11:00 AM Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Garmany & Carden Funeral Directors Chapel, 1201 Fourth Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471. Serving as Active Pallbearers will be Bill Glazier, Ramsey Wright, Heath Penland, Randy Reed, Carson Jarnigan, Scott Herreth. Honorary Pallbearers will be Randall Wright and J.J. Ransom. Thanks are in order to caregiver Marilyn Hulett, staff at Medical Resort at Sugar Land, Dr. Christopher Nevins, and staff and doctors at Oak Bend Medical Center for their support during her illness. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Parkinson Foundation at www.parkinson.org, or to Grand Lakes Presbyterian Church, 6035 S. Fry Rd, Katy, TX 77494, or to a Charity of your choice. Condolence messages may be written for the Harrison family at www.garmanycarden.com Services are under the direction of Garmany & Carden Funeral Directors, 1201 Fourth Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471 (281)342-4671.
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It is with grateful hearts that we remember the life of Carol Joyce Harvey who was born on March 3, 1932, in Houston, Texas. She was raised by her grandmother, Willie May Robinson, and cherished her childhood days filled with climbing trees, reading comics, and playing on the porch with her little brother, Garrett.
At the age of 12, Carol accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior,
marking the beginning of her lifelong spiritual journey. She was
baptized and faithfully served at Jordan Grove Missionary Baptist
Church in Houston under the guidance of Rev. WH Banks. Carol's
educational journey included attending Ryan Elementary, Gregory
School, and Crawford Elementary, all significant institutions for
African American children in Texas. Her favorite subjects were
science, math, and sewing. She furthered her education at what is
now known as Texas Southern University,
Carol's journey in love began when she met LV Harvey while
descending the stairs at the WT Grant Store, where her grandmother
worked as a chef. They were joined in holy matrimony on August 7,
1948, on LV's parent's porch in Bellville, Texas. From this union,
they were blessed Throughout her life, Carol served as the First Lady alongside her husband, Rev. Dr. LV Harvey, at several churches, including Main Street Baptist Church in Brenham, Texas, St. Peter's Baptist Church in Hempstead, Texas, Second Baptist Church, Greater Second Baptist Church in Seguin, Texas, and Mother Zion Baptist Church in Bay City. Her unwavering dedication to faith spanned 65 years and, for the last 38 years, she faithfully attended and served at Ebenezer Baptist Church, a congregation founded and led by her husband and later by Rev. Dr. John Colbert. Beyond her commitment to her family and church, Carol embarked on a remarkable 52-year nursing career that began in 1952 at Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston. She worked at numerous hospitals, facilities, and schools, leaving an indelible mark on the healthcare field. Carol was also actively involved in various organizations including the National Counsel of Negro Women, Acres Homes Girl Scouts Troop Leader of the San Jacinto Counsel, PTA president at Carver and Anderson Elementary in Acres Homes, Mission II President in Lincoln District Association, and National Women Council of Nurses. She was a member of the National Baptist Foreign Missions board participating in the field in Jamaica, Panama, and Liberia for approximately 10 years. She had leadership roles in ministry with the Southern Baptist Convention, Angel Tree, and our Ebenezer Claypot Ministry. She played key roles in missions, ministry, and community outreach, impacting lives both locally and internationally. Carol's love extended beyond borders, and her travels were deeply tied to her ministry. She explored various parts of the United States and ventured internationally to Canada, Mexico, Italy, Sweden, and The Holy Land. On November 30, 2023, Carol's earthly journey came to an end, and she answered the call of her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by her parents, Garrett and Georgia, her husband LV, her son and daughter Garrett and Lavern, granddaughter Aimee, Adrian Christopher, her brother Garrett Lee, and her sisters Leola Moore, Mary Ollie Taylor, Joyce Ann Taylor, and Alma Lee Blackman. Carol leaves behind cherished memories and a legacy of love, faith, and service. She is survived by her daughter Cynthia McCoy, her niece Cynthia Regina (Rev. Michael Harris), and their children Jaawan, Jamal, and Ashton, as well as her grandchildren Carole Colbert (Rev. John Colbert), Arthur McBride (LaTasha), Travis Newsome (Nakita), Andre McBride (Veronica), Nathanial Newsome, Christopher Harvey (Anna), 19 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great-grandchildren. She is also remembered fondly by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, friends, and the loving community of Ebenezer Baptist Church. In her memory, let us continue to uphold the values of faith, love, and service that Carol Joyce Harvey embodied throughout her extraordinary life. May she rest in the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ. Family Care Mortuary, Bay City, Texas
Pastor Dr. L. V. Harvey Reverend Dr. L.V. Harvey was born on February 14, 1929 to Nathan and Elittie Harvey in Bellville, Tx. LV accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age and was baptized and served faithfully at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Bellville and later Jordan Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Houston, Tx under Rev. WH Banks. As an adult, he joined Wright Grove Missionary Baptist Church in 1958 under Rev RV Shrubs where he answered The Call and became ordained as a minister. He was joined in holy matrimony to Carol Joyce Grant on August 7th, 1948 on his parent's porch in Bellville, Texas and from that Union they had Cynthia McCoy (Ollie), Lavernia Newsome, and Garrett Harvey (Sandra). They recently celebrated 74 years of marriage. He faithfully pastored several churches throughout his 64 year spiritual journey, Main Street Baptist Church in Brenham, Texas, St Peter's Baptist Church in Hempstead, Tx, Second Baptist Church and Greater Second Baptist Church in Seguin, Texas, as well as Mother Zion Baptist Church and Ebenezer Baptist Church in Bay City, Tx. He was the founding pastor and faithfully led Ebenezer Baptist Church for 37 years. Throughout his life, LV had a variety of experiences including becoming the Director of the Youth Department for Lincoln District Association where he also served as moderator, First Vice president of the Guadalupe District Congress, member of the National Baptist Foreign Missions board with his wife, Carol participating in the field in Jamaica, Panama, and Liberia for approximately 10 years. He was a member of the elective committee Prairie View Ministries conference. He received a certificate from the Billy Graham School of Evangelism. He was certified as a prepared marriage counselor as well as a CWT evangelism trainer and leader. LV had an extensive educational career attending Grant Elementary as a youngster and becoming a graduate of Jack Yates Senior High, Houston, Texas. He attended two years at Prairie View College in Prairie View, Texas and acquired a Bachelor of Theology at Conroe Industrial College in 1956. He earned Certification as a Radiologic Technologist by the American College of Radiology, A.R.R.T. and then went on to receive a Masters of Theology from Union Baptist Seminary, Houston, Texas. He continued to work toward his doctorate taking courses at the Southwestern Theological Seminary and finally receiving a doctorate degree in theology from Union Baptist Seminar. He was allied with the Baptist Memorial System, San Antonio, Texas. LV became a certified Chaplain with The Institute of Religion and completed Internship with The Ben Taub Chaplain Department where he ended up working as a technologist and supervisor of training for Ben Taub Hospital in 1965. He became an industrial counselor for Skills Development Company in Austin, Texas and worked for years as an instructor at Union Baptist Seminary. After his move to Bay City, became a radiologist at Matagorda General Hospital as well as the South Texas Nuclear Project in Wadsworth, Texas. Rev. Dr. L.V. Harvey was a man of many talents and served God and mankind in many ways. Rev. Dr. Harvey was the chaplain for the following organizations: Matagorda County Sheriff's Office, Bay City Police Department, Matagorda Regional Hospital, Victim Chaplain and Counselor Association, and the South Texas Prison Outreach Ministry. He was also a member of the Matagorda County Crisis Intervention team and a host of various organizations tied to the ministry. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and riding his bike and spending time with family and friends. Most importantly, he was able to share his knowledge with those he met along the way, proclaiming the Word of Life to continue carrying out his commission as given by Christ in response to his call in serving as a pastor. On August 22, 2022, Rev. Dr. Harvey's work on this side was completed, and he graciously answered the call of his Lord and Savior. He leaves to cherish his many memories with his wife of 74 yrs, Carol Harvey, his daughter, Cynthia McCoy, niece Cynthia Regina (Rev. Michael Harris), Jaawan, Jamal, and Ashton, his brother Nathan Harvey (Evelyn), sisters, Julia Hartfield and Vina Mae Coleman, grandchildren Carole Colbert (Rev. John Colbert), Arthur McBride (LaTasha), Travis Newsome (Nakita), Andre McBride (Veronica), Nathanial Newsome, Christopher Harvey (Anna), 18 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends and the Ebenezer Baptist Church family. Visitation: Friday, August 26, 2022, 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Family Care Mortuary, 3322 6th Street, Bay City, TX 77414 and Saturday, August 27, 2022, 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM., Ebenezer Baptist Church, 700 Whitson St., Bay City, TX 77414 Services: Saturday, August 27, 2022, 11:00 AM, Ebenezer Baptist Church, 700 Whitson St., Bay City, TX 77414
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Elton Troy Hawkins, 59, formerly of Bay City, Texas, born March 18, 2021, passed away on Sunday July 18, 2021, in Houston, Texas. Services will be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021, at 11 a.m. at the Bay City Sports Pavilion at 2400 F.M. 3156 in Bay City. Survivors includes an enormous host of relatives and friends. Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. (979) 245-5197
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Harry Marshall Heath, Jr., 44, of Pasadena and formerly of Palacios passed away from complications of a sudden illness in Clear Lake on June 14, 2022. He was born on August 16, 1977 in Palacios Texas to Harry Marshall Heath, Sr. and Latricia K. Ringo Heath. Harry was a graduate of Wharton High School. He worked for Coca Cola as a Truck driver for many years. Harry enjoyed spending time with his family especially his children. He married Jessica Garza-Heath on July 22, 2000 and she preceded him in death on September 18, 2021. He is survived by his daughter, Misty Dawn Garza, sons, Arturo Garza, Harry Marshall Heath, III; Alex Xavier Heath and Marcello Roberto DeLaGarza Heath; and sister-in-law, Mary Louise Sanchez. Along with many nieces and nephews and close family friends. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 24, 2022 starting at 9 a.m. at Wharton Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will follow at 12 noon with Pastor Baumgardner officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery in Wharton. Condolences may be left for the family at www.whartonfuneralhome.com Wharton Funeral Home [Posted later on the Wharton Funeral Home website] Harry Heath passed on June 14, 2022, nine months after the passing of his beloved wife, Jessica Louisa Garza-Heath, in Pasadena. He was 44 years old, born August 16, 1977, to the late Harry Marshal Heath, Sr. and Latricia K. Ringo of Tx. Harry was born in Palacios, Tx and was a graduate of Palacios High School. He married the love of his life, the mother of his children, his wife, Jessica, on July 22, 2000, at the College Heights Baptist Church. His family fondly remembers him as being a hard worker, dedicated father and great family provider. Also, he enjoyed fishing and camping with his wife and kids, BBQ’ing and gambling at the casino. He pushed and lived for as long as he could for the sake of his children, but never stopped mourning his wife and is now reunited with his true love. Harry is survived by his children, Misty Dawn Garza of Wharton, Arturo Garza of Houston, Harry Marshal Heath III, Alex Zavier Heath and Marcello Roberto De La Garza Heath all of Pasadena. He is also survived by his brothers, Marshal Murphy and wife, Mary, Charles Robert Heath and wife, Linda, and Freddie Earl Heath; sisters-in law, Mary Louise Sanchez and Jason Peter, Natalie Guadalupe Garza; brothers-in-law, Arturo Garza Jr. and Valentine A. Garza, along with countless nieces and nephews who will all love and miss him. Relative and friend are invited to join in the services for Harry. Viewing is Friday, June 24, 2022 starting at 11 a.m. with a Funeral Service following at 12 noon at Wharton Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Followed by a comida/reception at Holy Family Life Center, 2011 Briar Lane in Wharton. Condolences may be left for the family at www.whartonfuneralhome.com
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Arnold Joseph "AJ" Hebert, Jr., 83, a life-long resident of Palacios, Texas, went to live with his heavenly Father July 11, 2021. After serving in Germany as an Air Force military police officer AJ and his wife, Patricia, established and nurtured a thriving farm where they raised their family and lived for fifty years. After retiring from farming he spent twenty-five years working in security at the South Texas Nuclear Plant, retiring a second time as the range master in 2008. AJ is survived by his wife of sixty years, Patricia June Williams Hebert, his daughters Vanessa Rupe and Family of Bay City, Texas and Valerie Hodges and Family of Mesa, Arizona, sister Barbara Hebert Junek of El Campo, TX and brother Shelton Lee Hebert, Sr. of Victoria, TX, brother-in-law Lonnie Williams and wife Brenda of Caldwell, TX, and sister-in-law Martha Philp of Freeport, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold Joseph Hebert, Sr. and Mattie Dee Whitley Hebert and sister Joy Elaine Hebert King.
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PALACIOS — Wilson Joseph Hebert, age 76 passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2022. He was born January 24, 1946, in Palacios to the late Randolph Joseph Hebert and Annie Knox Hebert. He joined the army service when he was 18 years and served in Vietnam. He was a shrimper and truck driver. He enjoyed fishing and going to the bay. He was a member of the Carancahua Church in Palacios and donated to various charitable organizations. Wilson is survived by his son Randy Hebert (Julie) of Plano; sisters, Jo Ann Schneider (Herbert) of Palacios and Shirley Wilson (Gene) of Palacios; and brother Raymond Hebert (Doris) of Waco. He is survived by 2 grandchildren (Richard and Jessica) Hebert of Plano. He is preceded in death by his parents. Memorial Services will be held on 8/13/22 at 11:00 at Trinity Baptist Church in Palacios.
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Timothy Colby Hendrickson, 29, of Wadsworth passed away July 7, 2022. He was born August 20, 1992 in Humble, Texas. Survivors include his wife Courtney Charleston Hendrickson; children Timothy Colby Hendrickson, Jr. and Sierra Hendrickson; mother Wendy Smith (William); father Joe Calley; maternal grandparents Diane Bogle and Victor Hendrickson; sister Lacey Smith and brothers Christopher Buchanan, Josh Buchanan, Rowdy Radford, Waylon Radford, Weldon Radford and Rodney Crews and Uncle and Aunt James and Samantha Hendrickson.
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Eva Joyce Chancellor Henry, 99, of Bay City, Texas gained her wings on July 20, 2022. She was born on January 21, 1923, in Fairfield, Texas to the late John and Mary Fails Chancellor. She was born 15 minutes before her twin, Elva Lois Winfrey, and always joked that made her the boss of the pair. They were practically inseparable their whole lives. They shared many hobbies together late into their years-crabbing, bowling, traveling, dancing the night away and even residing in the same nursing home for years before Lois passed. She moved to Bay City in 1955 and shortly after met her beloved husband Clyde J. Henry. They married a year later. She was a devoted wife and mother, staying home to raise their daughters. When they got older, she became a private duty nurse. She continued this career for over 20 years also becoming a Pink Lady at the hospital. Later in her life she joined the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She was a devoted member of St. Paul’s Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her twin sister and her siblings Alfred Chancellor, James Chancellor, Ellen Duke, and Faye Smith. Survivors include daughters Brenda Thornton (Mark) and Sandra Larsen (Steve); grandchildren Tina Guy (Aaron), Paul Langham (Courtney), Carl Ogletree IV (Lynette), Brittany Cervantes (Mike), Shannon Cliborn (Chris), and James Thornton (Joell); great grandchildren Maylon and Levi Guy, Ryan and Katie Langham, Carly, Jenna, and Brody Ogletree, Michael and Sophia Cervantes, Caden, Carson, and Colton Cliborn, and James Thornton III. The family would like to express their deepest appreciation to all past and present employees of Matagorda Nursing and Rehab for the care and love they provided for over ten years. And a very special thank you to Dr. Barbara Hayes. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at the VFW Post 2438 in Bay City. Funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. with Chris Cliborn officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Aaron Guy, Paul Langham, Carl Ogletree IV, Mike Cervantes, Michael Cervantes, and Caden Cliborn. Honorary pallbearers will be Ryan Langham, Carson Cliborn, Brody Ogletree, Colton Cliborn and Levi Guy. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Bay City. 979-245-4613.
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Diana Maria Salazar Hernandez, of Bay City, Texas entered eternal rest on October 10, 2021. She was born September 12, 1971 in Bay City to the late Raymond Salazar and Juanita Janie Aguilar. Diana was a very strong, kind hearted, hardworking, independent woman. She was a go-getter, whatever she set her mind to she would accomplish. Diana had a passion for helping others. She enjoyed spending quality time with family and close friends. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed making meals for her family. Diana was able to make her dream come true when she opened her own restaurant that she named after her beloved mother, Janie’s Mexican Cafe. She was very proud of her daughters and her greatest joy was her granddaughters and great granddaughter. She truly had a heart of gold and will be missed dearly. Diana joins her mother Juanita Janie Aguilar, father Raymond Salazar, stepmother Dominga (Sandy) Salazar, grandparents Mateo Salazar Sr, Maria E. Alvarado, Johnny Mata Aguilar, Glenda Vivian Rocha Quintanilla, uncles Mateo Salazar Jr and Jose Angel Salazar, aunt Virginia Salazar, great nephew Nicholas Stephens-Arriaga in heaven. She leaves to cherish her sweet memories to her daughters Amanda Garcia (Agustin), Alexssandra Rubio, both of Bay City, TX and Crystal Garamillo (Joseph) of El Campo, TX; sisters Belinda Salazar, Velma Reyna, Delores Perez, Lisa Tilotta, Ashley Jennings, Irene Arriaga, Lisa Goslin and Glenda Lee Pena; brother Anthony Pena; grandchildren Kaylyn Castaneda, Leslie Castaneda, Emily Garcia, Gabriella Aleman and Mia Garamillo and great grandchild Ar’Kayla Castaneda. A rosary will be recited at 1:30 PM Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will follow officiated by Rev. Gabriel Espinosa. Pallbearers will be Agustin Garcia, Jose Raymond Rodriguez, Mark Anthony Salazar, Joshua Gomez Martinez, Joe Daniel Martinez, Wilber Ernesto Valle. Honorary Pallbearers will be JD and Raymond Jennings Momma, thank you for absolutely everything, nothing went unnoticed. Thank you for being who you were and teaching us to be strong independent women. You meant the world to us and you will be missed tremendously. Please continue to watch over our family alongside our beloved angels, we love you so so much! Love, your daughters! Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Sylvester Hernandez, Jr. passed away November 8, 2021, at the age of 30. He was born February 10, 1991, to Elvira Mireles and Sylvester Hernandez. Sylvester Jr. was a loving, caring, and beautiful individual. He was always a character making people smile and laugh. The confidence he showed made him no stranger as he would speak to all around him. He showed his uniqueness by decorating his own jacket when he was a teenager, sewing items, putting designs on his shoes, and having tattoos that were one of a kind. His legacy will live on through his two beautiful daughters, Eviee and Addison. He will always be a bright shining star in the sky. Loved by all, known by many. He will be deeply missed. Sylvester is survived by his mother, Elvira Mireles; father, Sylvester Hernandez and wife Terri; daughters, Eviee Rae Hernandez, Addison Kay Hernandez; sister, Roxane Hernandez, Summer Hernandez, Vanessa Hernandez; stepsister, Alyssa Gonzales, Megan Gonzales; step-brother, Tommy Gonzales.; maternal grandparents, Reynaldo and Susana Mireles; paternal grandmother, Felipa Hernandez; nieces, Delilah, Aaliyah; nephews, Josiah, Zayden, Joseph, Jr. as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by paternal grandfather, Guillermo Hernandez, Sr and aunt Diane Rubio. Viewing will begin at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 18, 2021, at St. Robert’s Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited at 12:30 with Mass at 1:00 p.m. Wheeler Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Tracey Lynn Hernandez, 51, of Blessing went to be with the Lord September 20, 2021. She was born June 7, 1970 in Angleton, TX to Gary Wade Martin and Dollie Joyce Nichols Martin. In August 2000, Tracey married the love of her life, Hector E. Hernandez, Jr, her “Hunny Hector” as she always referred to him. She spent many years working in the public schools in many facets – maintenance department, teaching, and volunteering in every area she was needed. Tracey liked to say she was quiet and stayed to herself, but all who knew her knew she was quite the opposite. She had a passion for helping others and giving to those in need. She was an excellent cook and loved preparing meals daily for her family and special neighbors. Tracey’s biggest love in life was her family. She was a devoted mom who spent every minute possible tending to every need of her husband and children. She made trips to Louisiana frequently to visit both of her beloved parents. She spent many holidays hosting the holiday celebrations for her family, including her mother in law and father in law, whom she loved dearly. Tracey is survived by her husband; children Martina Rose Hernandez, Nicholas Troy Hernandez “Nick” (Vanessa Sanchez) and Hector E. Hernandez III “Trey”; her mother, father and brother Michael Troy Martin. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Monday, September 27, 2021 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Martin, Hunter Saavedra, Eli Cortines, Israel DeLaRosa, Braden Gesford, and Bobby DeLaRosa. Tracey had a passion for animals. Most beloved to her were the family dog Lucy, cats Lincoln and Sweetie, her donkey Eeyore, horse Rowdy, her rabbits, and her chickens “Charlie and the chicken factory.” In lieu of flowers, and to honor Tracey’s love for animals, donations can be made in Tracey’s memory to: For The Love Of Animals, PO Box 1353, Bay City, TX 77414.
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Funeral services were held for William Hetchler, Saturday at 3 p.m. in the Palacios Funeral Home, with Rev. John Fluth, pastor of the Methodist Church conducting the rites.
Mr. Hetchler was born in Michigan, October 11,
1884. At an early age he moved to Arkansas, where he lived until
1929, when he then came to Van Vleck Texas. In 1938 He was a kind, loving husband and father and had many friends. Survivors besides his widow are three daughters, Mrs. Alice Gaston of Longview, Mrs. Wilma High of Longview, and Gloria Hetchler of Palacios, and two grandchildren. Pallbearers were his nephews, Burton and Lawrence Abrahamson, Carol and Allen Abraham, Robert Abraham and Martin Amador. Burial was in the Palacios cemetery.
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Weldon Charles Hickey, 75, died Thursday December 2 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Weldon was born January 29, 1946, in Harlingen Texas to parents Claud Hickey and Astrid Hansen Hickey. Weldon grew up in Bay City, Texas and graduated from Bay City High School Class of 1964. He held undergraduate degrees from Sharon County Junior College and Southwest Texas State University. He held a Masters in Business Education from the University of North Texas. He was a faculty member of College of the Mainland in Alvin, and one of the founding faculty members of Austin Community College, where he served as coordinator for adult vocational education. He was an avid square dancer for more than 40 years. After moving to Houston in 1991, he devoted many hours of his time to raising money for various LGBT charities. In 2005 he was elected by the Harris County LGBT community as male grand marshal for the Houston gay pride parade. He was an early member of the Classic Chassis Car Club, a longtime member of the Miss Camp America foundation, and was chosen Queen Olympus 29 of the Krewe of Olympus Texas Inc. and Royalty II of the Mystic Society of Isis & Osiris, Inc. Collectively these organizations raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for HIV related causes during the years he was a member. He was happiest when he was doing work that benefited and brought joy to other people, working for Legacy Community Health centers, Maranatha Fellowship, and Bering United Church of Christ. Along the way he made many friends of all colors, shapes, and sizes that remember his humor, kindness, thoughtfulness, and sage advice. Once his husband Sands retired, they enjoyed travelling the US in their RV with their best women Annie Couch and Marianne Huerter. He loved being Uncle Weldon to Marianne’s nieces and nephews. Three years ago, they bought Weldon’s forever home on lake Livingston, and just a year ago they were joined by a new love, an orphan German Shepherd named Gilley. Weldon was preceded in death by his parents and by his sister, Gevonna Hickey Frnka. He is survived by his husband of 44 years, Sands Littlefield Stiefer, his former wife, Ruth Ann Petroskey Wilson, nephews Chaim Eliyah, Ricky Frnka, Randy Frnka, niece Vicki Frnka Hensley, and many friends and family who love him. A celebration of life ceremony will be held from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Saturday Dec. 18 at Pat Foley & Associates 1200 West 34th Street Houston, TX 77018. In lieu of flowers, donations to the “There’s No Place Like Home” senior living campaign of the Montrose Center, or to the Alzheimer’s Association are requested.
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A. R. Hillyer, died at the S. P. hospital in Houston at 5:05 p. m. Sunday, April 4, aged 65 years. He was one of the oldest employees in point of service with the Southern Pacific lines, having more than 50 years of continuous service to his credit. He started as a telegraph operator at Cuero. He was the first agent at El Campo, when there was nothing there but a section house and was there 15 years. Mr. Hillyer was also the first agent in Palacios coming here in 1903 and held this position until his death. He was an active citizen and had a great part in the development of our city. He was also active in fraternal work, being a past master of the Palacios lodge No. 990 A. F. & A. M. and past patron of Palacios Chapter No. 125 Order of the Eastern Star. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and was deeply interested in all of its work. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Ella Mae Hillyer; two sons, Dr. Le Roy Hillyer of Los Banas, Calif., and George M. Hillyer, of Brownsville; one daughter, Miss Gladys Hillyer, of Houston; two brothers, D. D. Hillyer of Louise; and R. C. Hillyer of Tampico, Mexico; three sisters, Mrs. Ethel Carlton, Cooping, Okla.; Mrs. Lee Reitan, San Antonio, and Mrs. Eva Brown, Los Angeles, Calif. and a daughter-in-law Mrs. R. F. Hillyer, of Houston. The deceased had not been in the best of health for some time, and no doubt the grief for his son, Dr. R. F. Hillyer who preceded him to the other shore just five months, to the day, hastened his death. Services were held at the Westheimer-Vollus Funeral home at 3:30 p. m. Tuesday, Rev. Montrose M. Wolf and Rev. H. A. Echols officiating. Burial was in Forest Park cemetery. Active pallbearers were J. W. Turner of Overton, Charles G. Hooks, L. J. Newman, J. W. Sartwell of Houston, Charles Luther of Palacios and Jack Roper of Houston. Honorary pallbearers were J. F. Barnett, R. L. Price, Dr. J. R. Wagner, M. Lipscomb, C. W. Nester, J. L. Deutsch, Carlton Crawford, Guy Barnett, M. I. Cox, Milton Rogers, J. R. Pittman, W. C. Gray, J. L. Waters, G. A. Harrison and P. F. Campbell, all of Palacios; W. G. Reed, Robert McKibbin of Houston; W. S. Higgins of Victoria; L. B. McDonald, A. D. Mims, G. R. Cottingham, Jack Sullivan, Robert Jolly, Dr. C. C. Green, Dr. Marvin Pearce, Dr. John T. Moore, all of Houston, Mack Webb of El Campo; L. H. Williams and E. H. Jackson of Houston, Oscar Barber of Bay City, J. L. Pybus and W. H. Clement of Palacios; G. M. Reaser fo San Antonio and R. O. Boss of San Antonio.
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Leon Hinton, 80, of Bay City, Texas went to heaven at his home surrounded by his family on January 28, 2022. He was born December 31, 1941, to the late Monroe Hinton and Ruth Ellis Hinton in Brinkley, Arkansas. Soon after his birth the family settled in Michigan where Leon grew up and graduated from Coloma High School. He worked for Everett Piano Co. and then UPS. After 20 years at UPS Leon moved to Texas where he met his wife, Nancy some years later. Leon was an avid collector of all thing’s trains. He enjoyed building HO scale train engines and cars as well as buildings, houses, factories, and landscape scenery. Leon was a master musician. He played electric guitar, bass guitar, piano, and dobro. His greatest accomplishment was teaching himself to play the Pedal Steel Guitar. Leon had numerous friends and musician brothers from Michigan to Nashville to Texas. He played lead guitar on several albums. Leon is survived by his wife of 27 years, Nancy Hinton, his daughter Leigh Ann and Michael Hauch, his stepdaughters Jennifer and Roger Perez, Chrissie and Daniel Torres and Cindy and Lowell West. There are 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren that enjoyed time with Grandpa as well. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, February 21, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at Harvest Time Church, 42 FM 2540, Bay City, Tx. The celebration will be officiated by our long time Pastor and friend Jim Hardaway.
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Marc Cyrus Hipp, 42, of Bay City, Texas was born to Shelley Simmons Hipp and Edward Dorman Hipp on September 6th, 1979 in Bay City, Texas Marc was a loving son, brother, uncle, great uncle and father. He was Daddy to his most precious little girl, Jadyn Marie Hipp and handsome little boy, Tryston Alton Hipp. Marc never met a stranger and loved everyone he met. He seemed to know everyone, and everyone knew him. He had a heart the size of Texas and would help anyone in need. He was very talented and could do almost anything. Always dipping his hands in things to learn something new. He could do almost anything he set his mind to do. Marc was preceded in death by his beloved Nannie and Papa, Wanda Maxine Simmons and Alton Glen Simmons; his great Aunt Ruby Foote, his Great Aunt Charlotte Hague and Great Uncle Earl Hague; his Uncle Glen “Butch” Simmons; his niece Brittany Nicole Ybarra and his great nephew Karson Jace Villarreal. Survivors include his children Jadyn Marie Hipp and Tryston Alton Hipp; his mother Shelley Simmons Mineau; brother Chris Taylor and wife Laura; sister Jolene Mejias and husband Freddie; nieces and nephews, Christopher Glen Taylor Jr., Nicholas Wayne Ybarra and wife Alyssa, David Joel Mejias and wife Marissa, Chariti Alese Taylor, Courtney Jean Villarreal, Cierra Chayanne Munoz and husband Mateo, Harli Ann Blalock and husband Clay; great nieces and nephews, Jaxon Naranjo and Ryatt Naranjo, Harper Ybarra, Caysen Blalock, Bryleigh Martinez, Jonas Ybarra, Mathew Mejias, and Aryella Taylor and friends too numerous to name that Marc called family. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Saturday, July 16, 2022 at the Bay City Baptist Church. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM with Rev. Lee Watson officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.
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Funeral services for Booker T. Holbert II, 57, of Houston, Texas, will be held on Friday, September 24, 2021, 11:00 A.M. at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 3300 Avenue F, Bay City, Texas 77414. He passed on Saturday, September 18, 2021, in Houston, Texas. He was born on March 8, 1964, in Bay City, Texas to Booker and Ruby Holbert. Booker graduated from Bay City High School in 1982. He also graduated from Lamar University, and University of Central Texas. Booker served in the United States Army from 1987 to 1990. He was a member of The Epsi-lon Rho Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated – Lamar University. He survived by his daughter Kendall Leigh Holbert of Pearland, Texas, parents Booker and Ruby Holbert of Pearland, Texas, and brothers Marlon Holbert of Humble, Texas and Bryan Holbert of New Orleans, Louisiana. Condolences may be shared with the family on-line at lakesidemfh@gmail.com. Final arrangements have been entrusted to Lakeside Memorial Funeral Home, 703 N. Brooks Street, Brazoria, Texas 77422. 979-798-5253.
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Fred Paul Holub, my beloved daddy, our sweet papa, peacefully left this earth into the arms of our Lord on July 15, 2021, less than a month after celebrating his 96th birthday. Fred was born on June 22, 1925, to Frances Pisklak Holub and Vincent Holub in Wallis, Texas, and was the youngest of nine children. The family moved to the Bay City area when he was seven and he attended Holy Cross Catholic School and graduated as Valedictorian from Van Vleck High School. After high school, he enlisted in the army during WWII and served as an instructor. When the war ended, he attended Blinn College and then graduated with honors from St. Mary’s University School of Law. After graduation, he accepted a direct commission into the Air Force as a Captain and served in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps (JAG); he was based in Okinawa during the Korean War. He continued to serve in the Air Force Reserves after active duty and was liaison officer to the Air Force Academy. Fred was a life member of the VFW Post #2438 and a member of the American Legion Post #11. Prior to his departure to Korea, Fred married the love of his life, Martha Vacek, on March 29, 1952. When Fred returned from active duty, he and Martha settled in Bay City, and Fred began his law practice. He proudly served as Matagorda County Attorney for 30 years and then continued in private practice until 2019. He practiced law for over 65 years and truly loved serving his many clients. He was an active member of the American Bar Association, the State Bar of Texas, and the Matagorda County Bar Association. Fred was a devout Catholic and member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. He served as an altar boy in his youth and continued to serve in many other roles, including Eucharistic minister, Lector, CCD instructor, and member of the Church Finance Council. He held various offices in the Knights of Columbus and attained the order of 4th degree. He was a member of KJT and the Holy Name society. Fred was active in numerous community organizations over the years. He was a proud member of the Lions Club beginning in 1958, and one of the longest serving members, as evidenced by his Lifetime achievement award in 1984. In 2001, he received both the Melvin Jones Award and the Jack Wiech Fellow Award. He spent many hours working on the Rice Festival and Parade and chaired many committees, including the Rice Dish Roundup. He was active in the American Cancer society/Relay for Life and in the American Heart association. In his personal time, Fred loved visiting and sharing his many jokes and stories. His kind, giving, sweet spirit was a gift to all who knew him. Over the years, he enjoyed many hobbies including fishing in Matagorda, boating and water skiing at Lake Travis (until the age of 82), building and flying model airplanes, repairing all sorts of things, cheering for the Blackcats and University of Texas Longhorns, and attending sporting events, especially those involving his beloved grandson, Christopher. Fred was preceded in death by Martha, his cherished wife of 61 years, and by his parents and siblings. He is survived by his daughter, Sandra Holub Conlan, of Austin, Texas, and his grandson, Christopher Paul Holub Conlan, and wife, Caitlin Paver Conlan, of Dallas, Texas. He was overjoyed knowing that a third great grandchild was to be born soon. Callan (Cal) Paul Conlan was born on July 19 and was welcomed by his siblings, Connelly Patrick and Colette Paver. Fred is also survived by his sister-in-law, Margaret Vacek, and numerous nieces and nephews. The Rosary will begin at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 31, 2021 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Bay City, Texas followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. The Rite of Committal will be at 3 p.m. at Holy Cross Cemetery in East Bernard, Texas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests consideration of memorial donations to the Holy Cross School Foundation or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Bay City. 979-245-4613.
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Nancy Oldham Howard died Friday 7/8/22 in Citizens Hospital in Victoria at age 73 1/2. Nancy grew up in Palacios, was active in our congregation of the FUMC, and graduated Palacios High School Class of 1967. Nancy was the second daughter of the late Virginia "Ginny" and Ney Oldham Jr. who ran a dry goods store before Hurricane Carla in 1961, and the Fountain Terrace Motel thereafter. Nancy taught school in Tivoli, Sweeny and Victoria. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, sister Lydia Oldham Schuetz, and niece Ann Schueta. Nancy is survived by husband Glenn, daughter Rebecca and son Glenn Wesley; brother Ney Oldham III, 3 nephews and 2 great-nieces.
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Eloina (Ellie) Huerta, 56, of Pledger, TX area passed away on Sunday April 17, 2022 in Houston, TX. She was born on May 12, 1965 in Reynosa, Mexico to parents Anastacio Flores Padron and Ofelia Marroquin Padron. Eloina attended Bay City High School. She was the president of the ladies department at the Rose of Sharon Church in Van Vleck, TX. She worked as a painter at STP for Canon Sline for several years and then worked as an instructor for Job Corp in Arkansas. She was the owner of Snow Bunny Cones taking much pride in getting to know her customers, and spreading the word of God with all who came to enjoy her cooking. Eloina was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to all. She enjoyed the beach, family gatherings, and spreading the word of God. She will forever be remembered as a loving mother to all. She was survived by her husband Martin Huerta, children Martin Smiley Huerta and wife Mary Jo, daughter Ashely Vasthi Stark and husband Richard Stark, Macie Morales and Madison Cervantes. Siblings Rito Padron, Raymond Padron, Santos Padron, Maria Padron, Graciela Padron, Everardo Padron, Orfelinda Mendez. Grandchildren Joseph, Meredith, Drake, Caden, Kaylee, Aubrey, Alexander, Jenna, Erika, and Westin. She was proceeded in death by son Jacob Huerta, father Anastacio Flores Padron, mother Ofelia Marroquin Padron. The family will receive friends and loved ones at 9:00 am Thursday, April 21, 2022 at the Rose of Sharon Pentecostal Church in Van Vleck, TX. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 am with Pastor Janie Lopez officiating. Pallbearers are Martin Smiley Huerta, Richard Stark, Ernie Tabares, Joey Moreno, Raymond Padron Jr., Alonzo Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers are Johnny Moreno, Caden Huerta, Alexander Huerta, Drake Huerta, Westin Stark, and Joseph Gonzales.
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Jacob Huerta, 37, of the Van Vleck and Pledger area passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 26, 2022 in Beasley. He was born on September 3, 1984 in Houston Texas to parents, Martin and Elonia Padron Huerta. Jacob graduated from Boling High School and later attended Wharton County Junior College in Bay City. He worked as a welder for several years. Jacob was a member of Rose of Sharon Church in Van Vleck. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, BBQing, and enjoying the day with his friends and family. Jacob was survived by his children, Caden, Kaylee, Aubrey, and Alexander, his parents, Martin and Eloina Padron Huerta, siblings, Ashley Stark and husband, Richard, and Martin Smiley Huerta and wife, Mary Jo, his nieces and nephews, Jenna, Erika, and Westin Stark, Joseph, Meredith, and Drake Huerta and Macie and Madison Cervantes. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. at Wharton Funeral Home on Friday, March 4, 2022, with a prayer service at 7pm. Funeral services will be held at Rose of Sharon Church in Van Vleck on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 10 am burial will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Van Vleck. Serving as pallbearers are Martin Smiley Huerta, Rick Stark, Caden Huerta, Ernie Tavares, Rueben Celedon and Rudy Vargas. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Arturo Fernandez, Armando Tavarez, Damacio Vargas and Leo Don Padron. Funeral Services are under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at whartonfuneralhome.com
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Willie Lee Hudgins Hughes “Willie Mae” of Missouri City, Texas entered her eternal resting place on Sunday, January 23, 2022. Visitation will be held on her birthday, February 5, 2022, at 11 a.m. at Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Bay City Texas, followed by the funeral service at 12 noon. Willie Lee Hudgins Hughes, also known fondly as “Willie Mae” was born on February 5, 1936, to Thomas Hudgins and Helen Hudgins of Hudgins Settlement in Bay City, Texas. She grew up in Hudgins Settlement as the youngest of nine. Willie graduated from Herman High School in Van Vleck, Texas in 1954. She attended Prairie View A&M University class of 1958 and became a certified teacher in 1961. She met and married her husband of forty-two years, Joe Hughes. This union resulted in a legacy of love for her three daughters, LaVeta, Ursula, and Mashell. Willie was an accomplished educator who believed in teaching excellence. She spent the majority of her education career with the Houston Independent School District until retiring in 1992. She spent the last 30 years traveling the world managing her husband’s musical career and enjoying her grandchildren. She believed in giving back through charitable contributions to several organizations including The Houston Food Bank, Purple Heart, and Paralyzed Veterans of America. She also loved working Sudoku puzzles. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.lakesidemfh.com Final arrangements have been entrusted to Lakeside Memorial Funeral Home, 703 N. Brooks St. Brazoria, Texas 77422. 979-798-5253
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Dustyn Blake Hunt passed unexpectedly, after several battles with pneumonia, at the age of 41 on October 30, 2021, in Lake Jackson, Texas. He was born on September 24, 1980, in Galveston, Texas. As a child, Dustyn was an adventurous and free-spirited boy. He grew up loving music, fast cars, and family gatherings. Dustyn had an amazing joy for life and his smile could light up an entire room. His laughter was infectious, and he would often have everyone in stitches crying with his silly antics. He loved to have a good time, whether he was dancing to music (full of bass of course), playfully teasing someone, or riding his bike all over the neighborhood striking up conversation with anyone he ran into. Dustyn’s regular karaoke concerts at home were often enthusiastic and received mixed reviews from his siblings. He was diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy at age 4, and though he had many obstacles over the years, he overcame every single one like a champ. Dustyn attended Newman Smith High School in Carrollton, Texas, and graduated in 2002. There, he was beloved by students and staff alike. He took several vocational opportunities, enjoyed their class field trips to Sea World and the zoo, and was also nominated for the Torchbearer Award by his peers. This award was given each year to an inspiring student that graduated despite adversities. After high school, he attended a wonderful program at North Central Texas College in Corinth for special needs adults. He got to experience going to two proms, where he absolutely was the life of the party. Dustyn also enjoyed going to Spirit Horse, a therapeutic horse-riding program in Corinth, where he became fond of one horse in particular named Lollipop. Though Dustyn was never married, he liked flirting, and would claim he had many “girlfriends” over the years. Dustyn made friends everywhere he went and seemed to never meet a stranger. He always looked forward to going on vacations with his family, especially if it was at the beach. Dustyn loved his family fiercely and unconditionally. He is survived by his mother, Leah Kain, stepfather Tommy Kain, grandfather Ronnie Michalec, step-grandmother Carolyn Kain, sister Kaylie Deem and her husband Brandon, brothers Nicholas Barnett and Ethan Barnett, stepbrother Tommy Kain III, nephews Everett and Nolan, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his great grandmother Wanda Leach, great grandmother Liberta Michalec, grandmother Pat Koci, step-grandmother Judy Michalec, step-grandfather Thomas Kain, aunt Sissy, and uncle Ray Palmer and a very special caregiver, Miss Barbara. A memorial service will be held, public invited, Saturday, November 13th at 2pm at the Nichols Street Church of Christ - 1200 Nichols Ave, Bay City, Texas. A procession will follow to The Matagorda Historical Cemetery where he will be laid to rest. All are welcome to a BBQ Reception in honor of our boy, more information to be given on the day of.
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Helen Alice Seifert Hunter, 93, was born in Wharton County, Texas on April 11, 1929. She passed away peacefully at the home of her granddaughter on August 12, 2022. She was a longtime resident of Buchanan Dam, Texas. She was known for her beautiful flowers, bountiful gardens, scrumptious pastries, seamstress abilities, wacky humor, and most of all, her impeccable work ethic. She was preceded in death by her son Darrell Keith Hunter, her parents Charles and Rosalia Seifert, brother Walter Seifert, sister Martha Glick, and brother Henry Seifert. She is survived by her son Dan Hunter, daughter Jane Waters and husband Wayne, daughter Colleen Clements and husband Larry, son Darrick Hunter and wife Donna, fifteen grandchildren, thirty-three great grandchildren, sixteen great-great grandchildren and one great, great, great granddaughter, Audrey Nichole Holly. Six generations of family. Viewing will be between 12-1, Saturday August 20, 2022 at Nichols Street Church of Christ, 1200 Nichols Ave., Bay City, TX 77414. Graveside services will follow at 1:00 pm at Roselawn Memorial Park, South of Van Vleck on FM 2540. Our deepest appreciation to Jennifer and to Kindred Hospice in Livingston, for their compassion and loving care. Flowers are appreciated, or Donations to Alzheimer’s Association at https://act.alz.org/donate Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Ronald Gene Hyde passed away on August 22, 2021, at his home in Van Vleck surrounded by his loving wife, children and grandchildren. Known as Ronnie or Ron to many, he was born on July 21, 1947, in Orland, California to Jack and Virginia Hyde. The second of six children, his family lived in California, Oklahoma, Nebraska and Iowa before settling in Groves, Texas where he met his wife of 49 years, Lucia. He managed two Pizza Inn restaurants in Louisiana while attending McNeese State University where he received his bachelor’s degree in accounting. Ronnie was first and foremost a family man. In 1982, he and Lucia moved to Bay City where they raised their five children. They shared many summer family vacations driving coast to coast. He was known to include his love of history, Native American culture and western movies into family vacations, which led to many stops at any and every historical site and marker he could find along the way – even if it was a few (or many) miles out of the way. His life was guided by faith, compassion and humor. He was an active member of Nichols Street Church of Christ, and his children fondly remember his days of driving the Joy Bus to pick up kids around town for Sunday church service. Ronnie was known to welcome people into his home when they needed a meal or a place to stay while going through difficult times. He lent an ear and shoulder to lean on to everyone and was not shy in offering bits of wisdom and advice. He became known as Brother Ron or Big R to his children’s friends. Ron shared his time and accounting talent with his church, BayCel Federal Credit Union and the local school district. Being of service to others was a way of life for him. Ron retired from South Texas Project where he worked in financial services. In his later years, he enjoyed being Poppy to his grandchildren and traveling the world with his wife. He was a talented woodworker and enjoyed spending time in his meticulously organized shop building things for his family, friends and anyone who asked. His youngest grandchild often says, “Poppy is the best builder in the world.” The impact he had on everyone he met and the memories he created for his family are his legacy. He is preceded in death by parents, Jack and Virginia Hyde, brother Philip Hyde and sister Pamela Kingston. Ronnie is survived by his wife, Lucia; children: Julie Hyde of Bay City, Stephanie Hyde Novicke and Keith of Sealy, Jerad Hyde of Palacios, Christopher Hyde and Sarah of Lago Vista, and Gena Hyde of Houston; six grandchildren: Rylee Novicke, Reece Novicke, Reghan Novicke, Brookelyn Hyde, Axel Hyde and Zoe Hyde; siblings Jerry Hyde and Liz, David Hyde and Jennifer, Cindy Hyde and Debbie and Randy Hyde and Matthew; his aunt Betty Allen and many beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. The family would like to thank the wonderful health care teams at: UT Physicians and Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, especially Drs. Hsu and Amsbaugh and staff member Flor; Brazosport Cancer Center, especially Dr. Draksharam and staff; Dr. Liberoni; Encompass Home Health; and Houston Hospice. They provided great care for Ronnie and support to his loved ones while he battled brain cancer. We welcome you to visit with the family on Saturday, August 28 at 11 a.m. with a memorial service starting at Noon at Nichols Street Church of Christ, 1200 Nichols Ave, Bay City, TX 77414. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Harvest House Capital Campaign. Donations can be mailed to Harvest House in care of Nichols Street Church of Christ 1200 Nichols Ave, Bay City, TX 77414, or online at nicholsstreet.org and note in honor of Ronald Hyde. Honorary pallbearers are Keith Novicke, Jerad Hyde, Chris Hyde, Reece Novicke and Axel Hyde. We respectfully request that attendees wear masks during the visitation and memorial service.
Bay City Tribune, August 25, 2021 |
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Donald Glenn Hyett, 84, of Mount Ida, Arkansas, passed away
Thursday, May 5, 2022, in Hot Springs. He was born November 3, 1937,
in Anderson County, Texas, to Coy Jack and Valena (Clark) Hyett
Hayton. He is preceded in death by both of his parents, stepfather,
Leonard Hayton, 2 sons, Jerry Don Hyett and Douglas Hyett, daughter,
Sharon Hyett, sister, June Hall and a brother, Tom Hayton.
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Maxine Young-Hysaw, 85 of Alvin, Texas passed away Friday, April 22, 2022, at St. Luke Hospital Houston, Texas. Maxine was born October 9, 1936, in Elgin, Texas to Felton and Gladys Young. Maxine graduated from A.G. Hillard High School Class of 1954. She retired from Texas Workforce Commission. During her career she also served as a State Representative and in Youth Ministry for Prisoner in Jefferson County, Colorado. She was a member of Alvin Missionary Baptist Church in Alvin, Tx. Maxine was a very inspirations woman of God. She loved the Lord. She touched so many people’s life in a special way. Maxine enjoyed talking to people and traveling. She loved everybody and especially her fur baby, Hunter. Maxine was preceded in death by her husband Simon Hysaw, her sons Kevin Matthews, Daryl Matthews, Samuel Matthews, her parent Felton and Gladys Young, her stepmother Mozell Young, and her maternal as well as paternal grandparents. Those left to cherish her memory include her children: Lori (Timothy) George, Patricia (Michael, Sr.) Martin, Gladys Matthews, Kenny Matthews, Reggie (Sonia) Matthews Sr., Billy J. Young Sr., and Michael Young; goddaughter Kimberly Pate; sibling: Randolph Young, Robert (Alice) Young, Raydell Mosely, and Billy (Pasty) Young Sr. Maxine will be truly missed by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great nephews, great nieces, cousin, and friends. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2022, at Alvin Missionary Baptist Church Alvin, Texas. Funeral Service will begin at 11 a.m. with Pastor John Raines officiating. Interment will follow at Mims Cemetery Brazoria, Texas. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared online at www.lakesidemfh.com, on behalf of the Hysaw family. Final arrangements have been entrusted to Lakeside Memorial Funeral Home, 703 N. Brooks St. Brazoria, Texas 77422. 979-798-5253
Bay City Tribune, April 27, 2022 |
