Matagorda County Obituaries
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Edna Naomi Wiegand Jackson
August 21, 1929 - June 20, 2016

Edna Naomi Wiegand Jackson, 86, went to be with he Lord on Monday, June 20, 2016.

She was born on August 21, 1929, to Theodore “Ted” and Willie Cleveland Wiegand.  Naomi was the Co-Owner of OK Mattress Co., Jackson Bee Farm and was a loving home-maker.

Naomi is survived by her daughters, Kathy Jean Jackson, Georgia Nickel, Glenda (Phillip) Johnson, and Carolyn (Darrell) Bartos; her sons, David (Debra) Jackson and Buster Jackson; and her sister, Anna Lois Dunham.  Also surviving are her ten grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Naomi is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Stonewall Jackson; daughter-in-law, Pam Jackson; son-in-law, Frank Nickel; grandson-in-law, David Bell; and two granddaughters.

Visitation will be Wednesday, June 22, 2016, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel in Edna, Texas.

Funeral services will be Thursday, June 23, 2016, at 10:30 a.m., at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Steven Wilson officiating.

Interment will immediately follow at Memory Gardens of Edna Cemetery.

Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St., Edna, Texas  77957.  361-782-2152.

Bay City Tribune, June 22 & 26, 2016
 


Marilyn Jackson

Memorial services for Marilyn Jackson, 74, the daughter of the late Nancy Jackson, were held on Saturday, June 11, 2016, at Bethel A.M.E. Church in San Antonio, Texas.

Marilyn, formerly of Bay City, Texas, passed away June 7, 2016.

Survivors include three sisters, Lillie Mae Young and Barbara White of Bay City, and Juanita Harris of Katy; two brothers, Travis Jackson (Phyllis) of San Antonio, and Al Jackson (Stara) of Long Beach, CA; also a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Bay City Tribune, June 19, 2016
 


Timothy Edgar “Tim” Jackson
November 3, 1963 - October 7, 2016

Timothy Edgar “Tim” Jackson, 52, of Markham, TX went to his Heavenly home October 7, 2016.

He was born November 3, 1963 in East Bernard, TX to Claude Monard Jackson and Bonnice Hamilton Jackson. He was a loving husband, a caring father, and a proud PawPaw. He was a devout Christian and deacon at First Baptist Church of Markham. He worked as a lead operator at Phillips 66 for 29 and half years and considered his co-workers as a second family. Anyone who knew him loved him.

He was preceded in death by his birth mother Bonnice and Momma Doris E. Shumaker Jackson.

Survivors include his wife, Terry Louise Bradley Jackson of Markham; daughters Brittany M Vacek (Cody) of Markham, Meghan L Westerman (Max) of San Antonio and Rikki J Ingram of Markham; son Bradley W Jackson (Bobbie) of Bay City; grandchildren Emmy Lorayne Vacek and Emmett Wayne Jackson; father Claude Monard Jackson of Bay City; in laws David L. Bradley (Betty) of Markham; sisters Cherri Shumaker Myska of Bay City, Terry L. Shumaker Mikeska (Robert) of Virginia Beach, VA and Denise Jackson Peters of Needville; brothers David E Shumaker (Helen) of College Station, M. Jay Shumaker of Rosenberg, Kent A Shumaker (Terry) of Montgomery, and Samuel R Jackson of Richmond; sisters in law Debbie L Parks of Collegeport and Kimberly A Bradley of Markham, and countless other nieces, nephews, family members and friends he held dear to his heart, as he loved everyone.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Friday, October 14, 2016 at the First Baptist Church in Markham, with Thomas Bradley officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, TX.

Pallbearers will be Bradley Jackson, Cody Vacek, David Shumaker, Jay Shumaker, Kent Shumaker, and Sammy Jackson.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, 979-245-4613

Bay City Tribune, October 12, 2016                                    Courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


Linda Diane Janise

(July 23, 1954 - October 23, 2016)

Linda Diane Janise, 62, of Wadsworth passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2016 in Houston. She was born in Arkansas on July 23, 1954. Linda loved to work in her garden, and she was a very friendly and outgoing person.

She was preceded in death by her father Clifton Carl Law and a daughter Shearlyn Hodge. Survivors include her husband Fred Janise, Sr. of Wadsworth, TX; mother Esel Law of Judsonia, AR; daughter Shree Rainbolt (Ricky) of Judsonia, AR; brother Jerry Law (Kathy) of Searcy, AR; grandchildren Courtney McInturff, Jonathan Crossman, Dianna and Erica Rainbolt all of Judsonia, AR; great grandchildren Braxton and Brenden Jackson and Lyla McInturff. She is also survived by step-sons Chris Janise & Troy Janise both of Bay City, TX, Shawn Janise of Brazoria, TX and Justin Janise of Wadsworth; step-daughters Kellie Janise Currah of Austin, TX and Ashely Janise-Herrera of Bay City, TX; step-grandchildren Hannah & Will Grumbles, Christopher & Garret Janise, Jaylynn, Makylah, Aleesah & Mike Herrera all of Bay City, TX.

The family will receive visitors from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with a prayer service following the visitation at 6:00 PM.

The funeral service for Linda will be under the direction of Powell Funeral Home, 1272 Highway 367 North, Bald Knob, AR 72010. (501) 724-3201. Burial will follow at Fredonia Cemetery in Bald Knob, AR.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 


Shawn Michael Jaramillo
(August 24, 2000 - January 21, 2017)

Shawn Michael Jaramillo passed away on January 21, 2017.

 

Shawn Michael Jaramillo (AKA) little Panda was born August 24, 2000 in Galveston, Tx, and resided in the area of Van Vleck, Tx. He was a beloved son, brother, and uncle.

 

He is carried on by his Mother Rosary Torres Jaramillo and Father Oscar Jaramillo Jr. His two brothers Leonard S. Torres and Oscar Jaramillo III and his sister Christina Jaramillo Nino. His nephews Ricky A. Nino, Marc A. Nino and nieces Abby Nino, Issa Nino, Ava Jaramillo, Adriana Jaramillo, Leah Jaramillo. His Aunts Aurora Andujo, Belinda Alonso, Gina Cruz, Sylvia Mann. Uncles Hector, David, Joe, Noe, Leroy Jaramillo, Teofilo C. Vincent, Pablo Torres, Juan Palacios, and Numerous cousins and family members. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Oscar and Lorraine Jaramillo and Teofilo and Elisabeth Torres.

 

A rosary will be recited at 6:00 pm Friday, January 27, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be at 10:00 am Sat. January 28, 2017 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Msgr. Gerry Cernoch officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Pallbearers are Leonard Torres, Oscar Jaramillo III, Oscar Nino, Clint Funk, Dustin Funk, Ashton Sieben.

 

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home

 


Elmer Harold Jenkins
June 3, 1941 - May 31, 2016

Elmer Harold Jenkins, 74, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2016.

Harold was born in Collegeport, Texas, to the late Patton Ezell and Lillian Opal Maddox Jenkins on June 3, 1941.  He grew up in Collegeport and graduated from Palacios High School in 1959; he later served two years in the U. S. Army, reaching the rank of SP4E4(T), and was stationed in Germany.  He was retired and lived in Houston, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Robert Jenkins.  Surviving are his brothers, Pat E. Jenkins of Shepherd, Roland Jenkins of Huntsville, and Mike Jenkins of Markham; and one sister, Lynette (Bill) Randall of Del Valle.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 20, 2016, at 9:15 a.m., at the Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77038.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Harold's memory, to the Houston Humane Society, 14700 Almeda Rd., Houston, TX 77053, or the Houston SPCA, 900 Portway Drive, Houston, TX 77024.

Bay City Tribune, June 15, 2016
 


Jimmy Laverne Sherrill Jenkins

April 30, 1947 - March 1, 2017

Jimmy Laverne Sherrill Jenkins, 69 died after a lengthy illness, at Kindred Hospital in Sugar Land, Texas on March 1, 2017.

Jimmy was born April 30, 1947 in Wharton, Texas to the parents of Annie Balusek Sherrill and Willis Marion Sherrill of Pledger Texas.

She attended school in Boling, Texas with her brothers and sisters. She married Claude Jenkins in 1963 in Pledger, Texas. They resided in Markham and Pledger the majority of her life.  She was remembered by many for her time working at McDonalds and H.E.B. In addition to being a loving mom and wife she loved reading detective books, gossiping and watching wheel of fortune.

She is survived by her spouse, Claude Jenkins; her daughter, Shari Farmer of Wharton, Texas;   her son, Carl Wayne Jenkins and his wife Dr. Marylin Copper-Jenkins of Seguin; grandchildren,  Lee Harvey of Van Vleck, Texas,  Shaylynn Farmer  of Wharton, Texas, Colton Bryce Jenkins of McQueeney,  and Carson Wayne Jenkins of Seguin, Texas; siblings, Buddy and Kathy Sherrill of Beaumont, Alan and Margaret Sherrill of Bay City, Texas, and "Chrissy" Mona Sherrill Stavinoha and husband Timmy of Pledger, Texas. Jimmy is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and great grand children. In addition to family, she is survived by her beloved dog, Scamper.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Annie and Willis Sherrill; and trusty canine companions Trixy, Jumper  and Bandit.

A celebration of life will be held on March 11, 2017 at the Pledger Community Center on 3rd Street at 10:30.

Everyone is invited to attend and share a story or memory of Jimmy.

In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Parkinson foundation or charity of your choice.

Bay City Tribune, March 8, 2017
 


Morghan Katherine Jex

December 25, 1995 - January 28, 2017

 

Our sweet CHRISTmas miracle, Morghan Katherine Jex, born December 25, 1995 went to her heavenly home on January 28, 2017.

 

She is a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Bay City, Texas. She was a part of the music ministry team, and an active member of the Life Teen community. She attended Holy Cross Catholic School, McAllister Middle School, Bay City Jr. High, and Bay City High School; where she was a member of HOSA, Dungeoneers, P.O.W.E.R.S.E.T, Leo Club, NHS, Aristocats, and graduated in the top ten of her class. After high school she attended Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio, where she became a member of the household, Madonna of the Streets. Her passion for the unborn led her to Washington D.C where she participated in the March For Life. Morghan had the incredible experience of traveling to Pennsylvania and seeing Pope Francis with her Franciscan sisters. She returned home to spend time with her family, and attend Wharton County Jr. College. Morghan was studying to become a nurse. Morghan’s love of people led her to volunteer at the Women’s Pregnancy Center where she mentored other women through their maternal journey.  She also had the opportunity to shadow other nurses at Matagorda Regional Hospital where she spent most of her time in the neonatal unit.

 

Morghan was passionate in everything that she did. Her love of life and family was a reflection of her love for Christ. She continuously gave of herself for others, requiring nothing in return. One of Morghan’s sweetest blessings was being able to care for the children of many families. Her sweet smile, beautiful dimples, and infectious laughter lifted the spirits of all who she encountered. In her twenty-one short years, she impacted an immense amount of people through her obedience to the Lord. During her illness, prayers were sent from around the world, as a testimony to the Power of Morghan.

 

She is survived by her parents, Brad and Priscilla Jex of Bay City, Texas; sisters, Meghan and Madaline Jex; and her sweet nephew, Max. As well as her maternal grandparents, Hortencia and Louis Tejeda; uncles, Brian (Kathy) Jex and Mike (Kim) Jex; aunt, Diane (Dave) Robie; and numerous cousins.

 

She is preceded in death by her great grandmothers, Inocensia Hernandez and Felipa Muniz.

 

Her celebration of life was held at Holy Cross Catholic Church. The viewing and rosary was held at 9 a.m. with mass at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 31, 2017.

 

Interment followed at Cedarvale Cemetery.

 

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Life Teen, Bay City Texas, or the Women’s Pregnancy Center of Bay City, Texas.

 

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net.

 

Arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas.  979-245-4613.

 

Bay City Tribune, February 1, 2017

 

Morghan Katherine Jex
25 December 1995 - 28 January 2017

 

BAY CITY - Our sweet CHRISTmas miracle Morghan Katherine Jex, born December 25th, 1995 went to her heavenly home on January 28th, 2017. She is a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Bay City, Texas. She was a part of the music ministry team, and an active member of the Life Teen community. She attended Holy Cross Catholic School, McAllister Middle School, Bay City Jr. High, and Bay City High School. Where she was a member of HOSA, Dungeoneers, P.O.W.E.R.S.E.T, Leo Club, NHS, Aristocats, and graduated in the top ten of her class. After high school she attended Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio. Where she became a member of the household, Madonna of the Streets. Her passion for the unborn led her to Washington D.C where she participated in the March For Life. Morghan had the incredible experience of traveling to Pennsylvania and seeing Pope Francis with her Franciscan sisters. She returned home to spend time with her family, and attend Wharton County Jr. College. Morghan was studying to become a nurse. Morghan's love of people led her to volunteer at the Women's Pregnancy Center where she mentored other women through their maternal journey. She also had the opportunity to shadow other nurses at Matagorda Regional Hospital where she spent most of her time in the neonatal unit.

Morghan was passionate in everything that she did. Her love of life and family was a reflection of her love for Christ. She continuously gave of herself for others, requiring nothing in return. One of Morghan's sweetest blessings was being able to care for the children of many families. Her sweet smile, beautiful dimples, and infectious laughter lifted the spirits of all who she encountered. In her twenty-one short years, she impacted an immense amount of people through her obedience to the Lord. During her illness prayers were sent from around the world, as a testimony to the Power of Morghan.

 

She is survived by her parents, Brad and Priscilla Jex of Bay City, Texas, sisters Meghan and Madaline Jex, and her sweet nephew Max. As well as, her maternal grandparents Hortencia and Louis Tejeda. Uncles, Brian (Kathy) Jex, Mike (Kim) Jex, Aunt Diane (Dave) Robie, and numerous cousins.

 

She is preceded in death by her great grandmothers, Inocensia Hernandez and Felipa Muniz.

 

Her celebration of life will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church. The viewing and rosary will begin at 9:00 a.m. with mass to follow at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 31st.

 

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Life Teen, Bay City Texas, or the Women's Pregnancy Center of Bay City, Texas.

 

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City. 979-245-4613

 

Victoria Advocate, 30 January 2017

 


Photo courtesy of Susie Adkins

 


Charlene Johnson

Funeral Service for Charlene Johnson, 66, of Bay City, Texas, will be held Saturday, October 22, 2016, at 11:00 a.m., at St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Van Vleck, Texas. Rev. Ruben Newell, Pastor, will officiate.

Charlene was born May 8, 1950 in Wharton, Texas, to the late Collin Johnson Sr. and Delores Meyers-Johnson. Charlene was truly a servant of God. She touched many lives and will be greatly missed.

She is survived by one daughter, Torsha Johnson; grandson, JaCorian Johnson; sister, Linda Hickman; brother, Dennis Johnson; and two aunts, Josie Shelton and Emma Johnson.

Final Arrangements are with Pruitt and Pruitt, Mortuary, 4337 Liberty Road, Houston, TX.

Bay City Tribune, October 19, 2016
 


Floyd R. “Ray” Johnson

Floyd R. “Ray” Johnson of Midfield, Tx. Completed his work here on earth and went home with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, May 19, 2002, at his home surrounded by his family.

Born in Talmo, KS., to the late Floyd O. and Edna Farlee Johnson on March 28, 1939, Ray spent 36 glorious years with his wife, Katie Martine Johnson.

Preceded in death by his parents and three sisters, Glenna Fields, Betty Stromberg, and Janet Rae Johnson. Ray is survived by his wife Katie, daughters; Loretta Beane, and husband David of Blessing, Shelly Fitzgerald and husband Hank of Midfield, son Guyle Johnson of Calif., brothers, Larry Johnson and wife Shirley of Scandia, KS., Gary Johnson and wife Denise of Lawrence KS., and Robert Johnson of Placedo, TX. Sisters, Dona Huffman of Midfield, TX., Dorothy Smith and husband Larry of Bismarck, ND., Delores Cady and husband Leslie of Ponca City, Ok., Marilyn Blecha of Kansas City, MO., Rose Hobson of Brunswick, GA. and Deborah Curry and husband Leroy of Sedalia, MO. Brothers-in-law, George Stromberg of Scandia, KS., and Dave Fields of Pine Haven, WY. Grandchildren, David Jr., Allyson & Emily Beane and Holly, Danny and Jason Fitzgerald and a host of nieces and nephews. Ray was a member of the Lebanon Lodge #221 of Scandia, KS and a member of the Baker/Holmes V. F. W. of Belleville, KS. He was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force. The family will receive visitors at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home from 6:00 P. M. to 8:00 P. M. Tuesday evening. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A. M. Wednesday, May 22, 2002 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Swift officiating. Interment will follow at Midfield Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Houston Hospice of Support, Inc., 1102 N. Mechanic, Suite B, El Campo, Tx. 77437-3029. Arrangements by Taylor Bros. Funeral Home 979-245-4613.

Victoria Advocate, May 21, 2002
 


L. P. Johnson

Funeral services for L. P. Johnson, 76, of Midfield, will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 1998 at the Frist Baptist Church of Markham, Rev. Howard Harper and Rev. Joe Ramsey officiating. Interment will follow at the Midfield Cemetery in Midfield.

Johnson died on Friday, August 28 in Wharton. He was born May 31, 1922 in Yadkin County, NC to Henry Clay Johnson and America Caroline Shore Johnson.

Formerly of Clemville, he has been a resident of Midfield since 1959.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Markham, a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and was a retired Plant Manager from the Texas Brine Company, Clemville Operations.

Johnson is survived by wife, Letishie Lewis Johnson of Midfield; sons and daughters-in-law, Foy Jasper Johnson and wife Sonja of Bay City, Donnie Christopher Johnson and wife Linda of Memphis, Patrick Dale Johnson and wife Melena of Toccoa, GA, and Lynette Johnson of Midfield; sisters, Juanita Burgess and Viola Brown of Hamptonville, NC, and Ellen Gough of Winston Salem, NC; brothers, Miles H. Johnson and Rex Johnson of Hamptonville, NC; ten grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a son, Michael David Johnson, Sr., on Oct. 26, 1991.

Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

Daily Tribune, August 30, 1998
 


Services Held For Mrs. Johnson Saturday

Funeral services were held May 30 for Mrs. Lottie Clair Johnson of Palacios from the Palacios Funeral Home with the Rev. A. G. Fitzgerald of Collegeport officiating. Burial was in the Hawley Cemetery.

Mrs. Johnson, 63, died in the Bay View General Hospital at 2:20 p. m. May 28. She has made her home in Citrus Grove for the past 36 years.

Included among her survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Ted Crone of Collegeport, Mrs. T. D. Teel of Lake Jackson; one son, Amos Francis, Jr. of Citrus Grove; three sisters, Mrs. Asa Teel of Skidmore, Mrs. Ed Singer and Mrs. Elm Hanshaw of Sinton and two brothers, Albert Oberman of San Antonio and Charlie Oberman of Lockhart.

Palacios Beacon, June 4, 1953
 


Michael David Johnson Sr.

Funeral services for Michael David Johnson Sr., 40, of Markham will be held 3 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, Markham, with the Rev. Joe Ramsey and the Rev. Howard Harper officiating. Burial will follow at the Midfield Cemetery.

Mr. Johnson was born April 25, 1951, to L. P. and Letishie Lewis Johnson in Elkin, N. C., and died Oct. 26, 1991, at Matagorda General Hospital.

He was employed by OxyChem Pipeline in Clemville for 10 years and was a member of the Markham First Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Lynnette Johnson of Markham; two sons, Michael David Jr. and Timothy Paul Johnson of Markham; parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Johnson; and three brothers, Foy Jasper Johnson of Markham, Donnie Christopher Johnson of Memphis, Tenn., and Patrick Dale Johnson of Toccoa, Ga.

Pallbearers are Joe R. Ramsey, Danny R. Lee, Fred Strauss, Glenn Yates, Doug Lesak and Johnny Jalufka.

Honorary pallbearers are Kenny Westinghouse, W. H. “Pat” Patterson, Dustin Lee, Larry Gibbs, the deacons of Markham First Baptist Church and the operators and dispatchers of OxyChem Pipeline, Clemville.

Memorial may be given to First Baptist Church, Markham, and to the American Diabetes Association.

Services are under the direction of Dick R. Elkins of Bay City Funeral Home.

Daily Tribune, October __, 1991
 


Nick Johnson

Nick Johnson, 24, of Midfield passed away June 2 at Matagorda General Hospital in Bay City.

He was born on April 23, 1973 in Tehran, Iran.

He is survived by his parents Willie F. Johnson of Markham and Gloria Floyd of McNeil, Arkansas. He is also survived by brothers Larry Dean Johnson of Bay City, Jerry Johnson of Markham and Mike Floyd of Hanson Missouri; sisters Barbara Smith of Van Vleck, Charlotta Woodson of Midfield, Mickey Caldwell of Van Vleck, Hannah Johnson of Cairo, Egypt and Carolyn Jackson of Boonville, Missouri.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 6 at the Midfield Cemetery in Midfield with the Reverend Joe Ramsey officiating.

Pallbearers are Ruie Woodson, Morgan Smith, Dean Johnson, Jerry Johnson, Benje Stevens, Coy Reed and Josh Strader.

Services are under the direction of Dick R. Elkins, Bay City Funeral Home.

Daily Tribune, June 5, 1997
 


Nona H. Johnson

 


Pearl Callis Johnson

Funeral services for Pearl Callis Johnson, 82, of Bay City, Texas, are pending with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-5197

Bay City Tribune, September 28, 2016
 


Sally Pearl Johnson

February 14, 1953 - February 28, 2017

Funeral services for Sally Pearl Johnson of Hitchcock, Texas, formally of Bay City, Texas, will be Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 12 p.m. at Enterprise Baptist Church with Bishop Hollis Hall officiating.

Burial will be at Eastview Cemetery immediately after services.

Final arrangements are entrusted with Green's Mortuary, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-3489.

Bay City Tribune, March 8, 2017
 


Evalyn Margaret Jenkins Jones
December 8, 1938 - June 16, 2016

Evalyn Margaret Jenkins Jones, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family and friends, June 16, 2016.

She was born December 8, 1938 in Bay City, Texas, to Lee Jenkins and Myrtle Rose Jenkins.

Evalyn is preceded in death by both parents; two sisters, Edith Littlejohn and Allie Jean Morris.

She is survived by numerous siblings, Betty Jo McFarlain, Claude Jenkins, Charles Jenkins, Mary Jane Follis and Roseanne Reichert.

She is survived by two daughters, Barbara Escobar (Frank) and Vickie Sauls (Buel); five grandchildren, Shannon Griffith (Adam), Beverly Trombatore (Chad), Dawn Toman (BJ), Elizabeth Bierman (Ricardo Arriola), and Samantha Escobar; eight great-grandchildren, Skylar, Stephanie, Mysti, Ethan, Mia, Chloe, Corbin and Kylie. Evalyn is also survived by many friends, that she considered and loved as family.

Evalyn Jones may have been her legal name, but she was famously known as Nana. Everyone has that one person in their family who holds the family together, and in our family, that was Nana. Nana made sure that everyone knew they were loved and we all loved her with everything that we had. Nana was the heartbeat of this family and without her, our hearts may not beat as steadily, but we continue to live the life that she worked so hard to provide and give us. Our days will never be the same and time will seem to drag on without her presence here. Nana gave everything she had until her very last breath.

Saying she will be missed is a true understatement. Our lives and our hearts will forever be tainted with the massive despair and heartbreak that we now feel without the woman we called Nana.

A memorial service is planned for Monday, June 20, 2016, at 10 a.m., at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas.

Bay City Tribune, June 19, 2016
 


Lucille Miller Jones

(January 5, 1922 - March 18, 2017)

Lucille Miller Jones, 95, of Trinity passed away Saturday, March 18, 2017. She was born January 5, 1922 in Diboll, Texas to the late James Edward & Addie Mae Shatto Headrick. Lucille was the manager of the Bay City Sears and Roebuck store in the 1950’s & 1960’s. After retiring she moved to Trinity, where she resided for 41 years, and was a member of the Lakeway Baptist Church. Lucille loved to cook, fish, work in the garden, and spend time with friends & family.

She is survived by her daughter: Cheryll McCullough & husband Terry; 2 sons: Mike Miller & wife Barbara, and Ronnie Miller & wife Charlotte; 6 grandchildren; and 9 great grandchildren. Lucille was preceded in death by her parents; 12 siblings; and husbands: Gordon Miller and Marshall Jones.

A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, March 25, 2017 at Ivie Cemetery in Kennard, Texas with Rev. Jerry Vincent officiating.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Lakeway Baptist Church in Trinity, or the Charity of your choice.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home and Bay City Tribune, March 22, 2017
 

 

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