Matagorda County Obituaries
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Victor James Kahlich
(September 13, 1927 - September 22, 2017)

Victor James Kahlich, 90, of Palacios, Texas, passed away September 22, 2017, after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Victor was born September 13, 1927, in Dewitt County, Texas, to William Fred Kahlich and Hettie Theresa Till. He graduated from Cuero High School and entered Texas A&M University (Class of ‘48). His enrollment was interrupted by his enlistment in the U.S. Navy where he served primarily on Guam. After returning home, he married Leala Mae Schroeder on January 27, 1951, and completed his Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Education.

Together, Vic and Leala moved to Palacios where he began a 35-year career in education. He first taught agriculture at Palacios High School and later served as a school principal at East Side Elementary and Palacios Junior High.

Vic and Leala proudly raised two sons, Douglas Ray and William Arnold. He coached little league and helped with FFA projects.

After retiring from education, Vic had a second career working for the Matagorda County Drainage District for 26 years. He enjoyed driving through the backroads of the county, working with landowners to improve the flow of water on their property.

Vic was quick-witted, hard-working, and energetic. He was an avid golfer and 42-player. He and Leala enjoyed Country-western and square dancing. He served on the boards of the Salvation Army and the Palacios Library. Vic was a member of the Palacios Volunteer Fire Department, Palacios Lion’s Club, and the American Legion. He attended St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Lula Amsler, and brother Raymond Kahlich.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Leala; his sons, Douglas (Lou Anne) of Midland, TX, and William (Susan) of Magnolia, TX; his eight grand-children, Beth Anne (Tyler) Topper of Amarillo, TX, Kristin (Will Masket) of San Francisco, CA, David (Allison) of Parker, CO, James of Houston, TX, Victor Ryan of Spring Branch, TX, Sarah of Boerne, TX, Evan of Huntsville, TX, and Erin (Michael) Garcia of Houston, TX; his three great-grandchildren Emily and Elizabeth Topper of Amarillo, TX, and Victor Hayes Kahlich of Parker, CO; and his sister, Willie Marie Kahlich of Cuero, TX.

Visitation with eulogy will be held at Palacios Funeral Home on Friday, September 29, from 5:00-7:00pm followed by a Rosary prayer service at 7:00pm. Funeral mass will be at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Palacios on Saturday, September 30, at 10:00am. Graveside service and burial will be at St. John Cemetery in Lindenau, TX, on Saturday at 4:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Palacios Community Medical Center or Palacios Volunteer Fire Department.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Grace Elizabeth Kain

June 5, 1905 – October 10, 1985

Funeral services for Grace Elizabeth Kain, 80, Bay City, will be held at 2:00 PM Monday at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Bill Leediker officiating. Burial will be in Cedarvale Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 2:00 PM Sunday at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

Mrs. Kain was born June 5, 1905, in Matagorda to Jess and Pearl Yeamans Landrum, and died October 10, 1985, in Kerrville.

Mrs. Kain organized the Rivers End Garden Club in Matagorda. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Daughters of the Republic of Texas and First United Methodist Church.

Survivors include: her husband, Douglas Kain of Bay City; a daughter, Nancy Pearl Kain of Kerrville; a sister, Ruby Petrucha of Bay City; and a sister, H. M. Landrum of Matagorda.

Pallbearers include Eddie Jecmenek, Bill Adams, Wayne Bruoggen, Jerry Shimek, George Kain, Dick Majors, Larry Minyard, Franklin Sherrill, and Mickey Rehak.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

The Daily Tribune, date unknown

Joseph Paul Kalinec

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Edna “Edie” Miller Foster Keenon
June 5, 1930 - November 20, 2017

Edna “Edie” Miller Foster Keenon, 87, of Van Vleck, TX passed away November 20, 2017.

She was born June 5, 1930 in Harmon, Louisiana to Ace and Annie Mae Foster.

Edie was preceded in death by her husband, James W. Keenon in 2007, after more than 50 years of marriage.

Edie graduated from Industrial High School and Shreveport, Louisiana’s Charity Hospital School of Nursing. She worked as a nurse in Columbus, TX and became a school teacher soon after.  She graduated from Southwest Texas State University, and received her Masters Degree from the University of Houston. Edie taught school in the Garwood, Tidehaven and Bay City school districts before her long tenure as a teacher in the Van Vleck Independent School District.

Edie is survived by sons, Micheal F. Keenon and wife Sue of Weimer, TX, and Patrick J. Keenon and wife Kathy of Van Vleck, TX; grandchildren, Ross E. Keenon and Kelly Keenon Jahns; and great-grandchildren, Riley Elise Keenon, Karsen James Jahns and Kasen Micheal Jahns.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, TX.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, November 30, 2017 at First Baptist Church in Van Vleck with Clint Lowery officiating.

Interment will follow at 3 p.m. at Lehrer Memorial Cemetery in Garwood, TX.

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

Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City TX. 979-245-4613.

Bay City Tribune, November 29, 2017
 

Hazel Leona Kelly
January 6, 1929 - April 11, 2018

Hazel Leona Kelly, 89, of Cuero, TX passed away April 11, 2018. She was born January 6, 1929 in Beaufort County, North Carolina to Edgar Williams Latham and Cassie Leona Stewart Latham.

Hazel is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bobby Kelly; and daughter, April K. Newsom.

She is survived by sons, Wallace Kelly and wife Dianna of West Columbia, TX, and Dennis A. Kelly, Sr. and wife Molly B. of Cuero; grandchildren, Dennis A. Kelly Jr., Kristi Lowery, Jennifer Kelly, Nathan Kelly, Kandi McCoy, Crystal Busby and Sidney Newsom; and 15 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 15, 2018 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, TX.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, April 16, 2018 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with the Rev. Howard Harper officiating.

Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, TX.

Pallbearers are Sidney Newsom, Nathan Kelly, Dennis A. Kelly Jr. and Donald Brown.

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

Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, TX; 979-245-4613.

Bay City Tribune, April 15, 2018                                 Courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Roy Lee Kelly
(December 28, 1937 - November 14, 2017)

Roy Lee Kelly, 79, of Palacios passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2017 of complications from Parkinson’s Disease. He was born on December 28, 1937 in Palacios, Texas to the late Lawrence C. Kelly, Sr. and Ella Lee Cosby Kelly.

Roy was a pipefitter for the various industries around the Matagorda area most of his life. In his spare time, he was a backyard mechanic and enjoyed working on classic Chevys. After retirement, he began his own small business of repairing lawn mowers. He was also an avid duck and goose hunter.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Christy Marie Kelly Hunter, a sister Mary Richards, and two brothers, Robert McCrory and Donald Kelly, Sr.

Roy is survived by his wife of 59 years, Bonnie Hyatt Kelly of Palacios; daughters, Karen L. Buentello and husband, Richard, Sr. of Virginia, Michele Stuhrenberg and husband, Stephen of Palacios, and Deborah Maldonado of Palacios. He has ten grandchildren Richard Buentello, Jr. and wife, Johanna Piatkowska Buentello of Szczawno Zdroj Poland; Cristina Buentello of Richmond,VA; Michael Buentello and wife, Brooke Munoz Buentello of Palacios, TX; Corrie Hunter of Victoria, TX; Jarred Stuhrenberg and wife, Sydney Wyrick Stuhrenberg, of Palacios, TX; Paige Stuhrenberg of Houston, TX; Clayton Stuhrenberg of Palacios, TX; Madeline Ferretiz, Christy Ferretiz, and Juan Ferretiz, Jr. all of Palacios, TX. Roy also has three great-grandchildren Adrian and Eryk Buentello of Szczawno Zdroj Poland; Juliette Buentello of Palacios, TX; and two more great-grandchildren expected within a month. He is also survived by his brother, Lawrence C. Kelly, Jr. and wife, Pauline of Victoria, TX, and sister Betty Kelly Burch and husband, Barry Burch of Zavalla, TX.

In lieu of flowers and in recognition of Roy’s life, the family requests consideration of memorial donations to the following organizations – Palacios Community Medical Center (PCMC) 311 Green Palacios TX 77465; IPH Home Health Care and Hospice Care 190 Abner Jackson Parkway Suite 220 Lake Jackson TX 77566; or go to www.Parkinson.org to donate to one of the groups in our area. Memorial donations to any different charitable organization of your choice are also encouraged.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5PM until 7PM Monday, November 20, 2017 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at the Palacios Cemetery with Rev. Louis Rush officiating.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Bay City Tribune, July 22, 2018
 

John Larry Kennamer
September 8, 1935 - November 18, 2017

John Larry Kennamer, born September 8, 1935, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2017, at the Matagorda County Nursing Home in Bay City, Texas.

John is survived by wife, Mora Kennamer.  He has one son, John Joseph Kennamer and wife Tari Kennamer, and their son, Pierce Kennamer, age 16; a daughter, Lauren Sue Kennamer and husband Ted, two children, Garrett Schroeder age 18, and Maria Schroeder age 22, all of Cincinnati, Ohio, where John lived and worked until moving home to Texas twenty years later.

John created employment agencies to form International Business Associates with offices across the mid-west.  He later would take his corporation public on NYSE to pursue a life-long dream:  to return to Texas, buy a ranch and raise cattle.

John was also one of the largest real estate developers in the Cincinnati area throughout the seventies, both residential and commercial, known as American Colony Construction.  Among other interests was working with hunting dogs.  He honed breeding skills by importing a line of Springer Spaniels from Whales England and developed them into world champion hunting dogs that competed around the world.

All this prepared him for his biggest challenge: buying 6000+ acres of overgrown land in Van Vleck, TX and making it into a ranch where a new breed of cattle was developed and distributed internationally.  The F-1 was John's pride at stock shows and auctions everywhere cattle were shown or raised and sold.  His entry usually won first place!

John was a tough man in the spirit of many pioneering individuals.   Those who knew him understood his aim for perfection while receiving benefits of his overly kind and generous heart.  He lived in a meager ranch cottage, happy living the life of a cattle rancher, while at the same time becoming an active member of the county and community serving on school boards and participating wherever he could be of service.   Many individuals know of and became recipients of his generosity in their times of need.

John's mother lived until January 2015, and saw the achievements of her only son.  His father passed away before John left Texas A&M College in l958 to complete a tour in the U.S. Marine Corp.

Details of services planned for John are yet to be known.

He is grievously missed.

Bay City Tribune, November 22, 2017
 

Mrs. Sam Kennedy - Nonie Kennedy

1873 – 1918

Mrs. Sam Kennedy, wife of Sam Kennedy, a prominent citizen of Bay City, died at her home here this morning at 9 o’clock after a long and severe illness, and will be buried in the Bay City Cemetery Friday morning at 10 o’clock.

Decedent leaves a husband and three children; two daughters, Misses Mabel and Marie, and one son, Vastine.

Mrs. Kennedy was born in Fayette County, her parents being Mr. and Mrs. John H. Moore, pioneer citizens of that section of the state. Twenty-three years ago she was united in marriage to Mr. Sam Kennedy at LaGrange and several years ago moved to Bay City where they have made their home continuously.

Mrs. Kennedy was a woman of strong character and wonderful personality, loved and admired by all who knew her. She bore up under her afflictions with great fortitude and was resigned to the inevitable. She passed away peacefully surrounded by loving friends whose kind hearts and willing hands had done all that mortals could do to relieve her suffering and to administer to her comfort.

The Tribune joins the many friends of the saddened husband and heartbroken children in the deepest, heartfelt sympathies for them in their sorrows.

The Daily Tribune, March 21, 1918

The funeral of Mrs. Sam Kennedy, which took place this morning at 10 o’clock, was attended by a large concourse of sorrowing and sympathetic friends. The floral offerings were many, and beautiful, attesting the great love and esteem in which this splendid woman was held by all who knew her.

Matagorda County Tribune, March 29, 1918

Connie Kershaw

June 27, 1906 – November 11, 1978

Mrs. Connie Kershaw, 72, a former resident of Bay City from 1945 until 1976 when she moved near Tyler, died Saturday November 11 in St. David’s Hospital in Austin following a lengthy illness. She was born June 27, 1906, near Mt. Pleasant, and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Bay City.

Survivors include: daughters, Mrs. E. A. Klipple of San Marcos and Mrs. James Stewart of Tyler; sisters, Mrs. Dovie Jordan of Isabell, Oklahoma, Mrs. Margie O’Bryant of Galveston; a brother, Bill Brooks of Bay City, and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James, in 1975.

Graveside service and interment will be held at Cedarvale Cemetery, Sunday, November 12, 2:00 PM. Officiating will be Rev. Earl Clary. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

The Daily Tribune, date unknown

Freddie Monroe Kile
February 3, 1955 - December 8, 2017

Freddie Monroe Kile, 62, of Van Vleck, TX passed away December 8, 2017.

He was born February 3, 1955 in Sinton, TX to James Monroe Kile and Naomi Florence Hall.

Freddie was preceded in death by his parents; step-father, Olen B. Provence; and brothers, Robert C. Kile and Herman A. Kile.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Ann Joyner Kile; sons, Craig Monroe Kile (Lauren), Casey Leon Kile (Allison) and Clinton Cameron Kile (Tori), all of Van Vleck; sisters, Mary Jo Fox (Charles) of New Braunfels, TX and Naomi Lee Criswell (Eddie) of Ninety Six, South Carolina; step-sisters, Julia Roseman (Vernon) of Colorado and Mary Kile of Houston; step-brother, Robert Provence of Houston; grandchildren, M’Keana Kile, Scarlett Kile, Adia Kile, Sydney and Brody Lawhon, Sloan Schutz, AbiGail and Ruben ; and Goddaughter, Misty Cavalin.

Freddie never met a stranger and was the definition of friend to anyone he met, always ready to crack a joke or pick on you in a way like no other could.

Freddie was a 1974 graduate of Van Vleck High School. He loved giving back throughout his life helping with Van Vleck Little League for 20 years. He was a big part of helping build the Little League complex that is still operating in Van Vleck today. He coached hundreds of kids who he loved running into throughout life. Freddie also coached Pee Wee football in Van Vleck for several years and poured many tireless hours into his giving through Eagles Club F.O.E 3232 in Bay City. He enjoyed riding with his brother and sister in the Matagorda County Cavalry and the sense of help it provided for others.

He was a charter member of the Van Vleck Lions Club where he headed up the annual BBQ cook-off that became a huge success for the club. Freddie was Chief Bridge tender at the Sargent swing bridge and loved spending time with whoever stopped by to visit the control room. Most of all he enjoyed the company of his family from driving his loving wife of 41 years crazy with jokes, or talking the hopes of a BBQ business and life with his boys. He was all in on loving his family.

He also served three years in the United States Army and several years in the National Reserves. He was a proud veteran. Freddie was also on the Dean’s list at Brazosport College.

He loved his wife’s cooking and enjoyed doing cook-offs with her, family and friends. Attending the events of his grandkids really put a sparkle in his eye with pride. He loved watching the Houston Texans and picking on anyone that cheered for the Cowboys, even though he liked them too. The Astros were always on the TV when playing and he really enjoyed the 2017 World Series.

The family received friends and relatives from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at Nichols St. Church of Christ with Matt Springfield officiating.

Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, TX.

Pallbearers are Tim Snow, Russell Melton, Randy Joyner, Scott Sparks, James Kile and Alton Woods.

Honorary pallbearers are Steve Gratmen, Larry Benson, Larry Frick and Don Lowery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Freddie’s name to the Van Vleck Little League.

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

Arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, TX; 979-245-4613.

Bay City Tribune, December 13, 2017                 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

David Keith Kilgore

David Keith Kilgore, 68 of Palacios, TX passed away April 23, 2018 at St David’s Hospital in Austin. He was born Feb. 15, 1950 in Palacios, to Walter Elliott Kilgore and Nettie Charlene Lewis Kilgore.

Keith was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents Walter B. Kilgore and Leona Wright Kilgore. He is survived by his children, David Jason Kilgore (wife Tiffany) of New Braunfels and Jamie Rhiann Kilgore of Rockport, sisters Karla Kilgore Carr (husband Jerry) of Corsicana and Cindy Kilgore Peterson (husband Mark) of Leander; three grandchildren, Adria, Logan, and Kynlee, both of Rockport nephews Chad-Alan Carr of Gettysburg, PA and Darren Carr of Grapeland; and great niece Anisten Carr of Grapeland.

Keith grew up and attended school in Palacios and graduated from Ingleside High School. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, 339th Combat Engineers; and a dedicated lawman with more than 30 years experience including Matagorda County Sheriff and all positions leading there, as well as Chief Criminal Investigator for both Caldwell and Houston Counties. He loved his family, friends, and the people he served.

A memorial service is being planned for a later date.

Palacios Beacon, May 2, 2018
 

Bonnie Mae Kimball
May 01, 1937 - April 20, 2018

Bonnie Mae Kimball, 80, of Palacios, TX passed away Friday evening, April 20, 2018 at her residence. She was born on May 1, 1937 in Superior, Wisconsin to the late Eldor and Eloise Volker Danielsen.

Bonnie was raised in California and graduated from Fair Oaks High School. She married Jerome Kimball, Jr. on June 7, 1957 in Ojai, CA. He preceded her in death on May 29, 2001. Due to Jerome being in the military, the family moved several times before settling in Palacios, which they called home since 1989. Bonnie was an awesome homemaker. She enjoyed travel, was an avid reader, an excellent seamstress, and an animal lover. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Stacey Kimball Odom, son, Jerome “Jerry” Kimball, III and brother, David Danielsen. 

Bonnie is survived by her sister, Shelley Santerre and husband, Glenn of Mount Dora, FL and cousin, David Armstrong and wife, Zonia of Houston.

Following cremation, private family services will be held at a later date.

Funeral services under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home.

Condolences may be left at whartonfuneralhome.com.

Palacios Beacon, May 2, 2018
 

Keith Kleinhans
March 13, 1964 - November 2, 2017

Keith Kleinhans of Bay City, Texas passed away on November 2, 2017.

Keith was born March 13, 1964 in Inglewood, California to Marvin Dal Kleinhans and Suzanne Elizabeth Collins.

Keith's wife is Dorcas Sue Cleveland Hall Kleinhans and their children, Justin Kleinhans, Stewart Hall and Mark Hall, all attended school in Bay City.

A memorial service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 2813 Carey Smith Blvd.  (16th Street) in Bay City, Texas on November 17, 2017 at 10 a.m.

Bay City Tribune, November 12, 2017
 

Carl "Cookie" Koch
September 03, 1938 - July 30, 2018

Carl “Cookie” Koch, 79, of Moulton, Texas passed away July 30, 2018. He was born September 3, 1938 in Hale, Missouri to the late Leonard Koch and Ruth Harrison Koch.

He was preceded in death by his sister Linda Elizondo.

Survivors include his wife of 40 years Arlene Heidrich Koch; son Floyd Coleman Holmes and his wife Kay; brother Phil Conoway and his wife Laura and grandchildren Laurynn Madison Holmes and Preston Scott Holmes.

Please join us for a celebration of his life at 2:00 PM Thursday, August 2, 2018 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Matt Springfield officiating.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Joe F. Kocian           Mary A. Kocian

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Joseph Kosarek

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Dolores Marie Kubecka

August 15, 1935 – June 4, 2018

Dolores Marie Kubecka went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 4, 2018 in Bay City, Texas. She was born August 15, 1935 to parents, Sophie Psencik Kubecka and John George Kubecka Jr. in La Grange, Texas and spent the majority of her life in Houston.

Dolores was preceded in death by her parents, John George Kubecka Jr. and Sophie Psencik Kubecka Williams; two sisters, Dorothy Kubecka Kirksey and husband Fritz, Agnes Kubecka Ellisor; sister-in-law, Mary Opal Kubecka and brother-in-law, William Beals. Left to cherish her memory is her brother, Frank Kubecka; sister, Janie Kubecka Beals; brother, John Kubecka and wife Marylyn; brother-in-law, Charles Ellisor; niece, Glenda Kubecka, nephew, Frankie Kubecka and wife Jane; nephew, Randy Kubecka and wife Deborah; niece, Kathy Ellisor Alhschlager and husband Dean; niece, Kimberly Ellisor Devore and husband Curtis, nephew, Mark Ellisor and wife Julie; nephew, Terry Ellisor; niece, Rhonda Hentschel and husband Bobby; nephew, Ronnie Beals and wife Kathy; nephew, Roy Beals; nephew, James Touchet; nephew, Jason Touchet; nephew, Dwayne Kubecka and wife Shelby; niece, Sandra Kubecka Hudgeons and many great nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends for a memorial service on Saturday, June 30, 2018 at 2:00 PM in the family chapel at Brookside Funeral Home, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, Texas 77039.

Brookside Funeral Home, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, Texas 77039                      Marker photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Dr. William "Bill" Henry Kubecka

PALACIOS - Dr. William "Bill" Henry Kubecka was born on July 18, 1948 in El Campo, Texas, to Oswald and Martha Kubecka. He passed away on April 30, 2018 peacefully in his home in Palacios, TX. Bill was a veterinarian, farming advocate, avid outdoorsman, and dedicated family man. Faith, family, friends and hard work were the cornerstones of Bill's life. Bill was raised the 5th of 12 brothers on the family farm near Deutschburg, Texas. Bill was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Palacios. He was member of the Palacios High School 2A State Champion Football team in 1964 and the 1968 Texas A&M Cotton Bowl Championship Team. He was a founding member of the Texas A&M University Letterman's Association. A 1971 graduate of Texas A&M Veterinary School, Bill and his wife Maxine built and opened the Palacios Veterinary Clinic. His true passion was for farming, which he continued his entire life. He was an advocate for agriculture and served as Texas Sorghum Association President; National Sorghum Producers President and Chairman of Legislative Committee; U.S. Grains Council Director; and United Sorghum Checkoff Board Member. His advocacy for farming issues led to him testifying in front of Congress numerous times and was instrumental in the passing of the 1996 and 2002 Farm Bills. Even though he always worked hard in business and his advocacy efforts, family and friends were always center in his life. He was a passionate hunter and fisherman who loved sharing these hobbies, especially with his grandkids. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Oswald and Martha Kubecka; and brother Bruce Kubecka. Bill is survived by his wife of 48 years Maxine Rogers Kubecka of Palacios; son Mark Kubecka and wife Amy of Palacios, son Wade Kubecka and wife Leslie of Inez, son Byron Head and wife Mendi of Tulsa, OK; grandchildren Avery, Ty, Ansley, Kade and Madison Kubecka and Bailey Head; brothers and sisters-in-law: Dick and Shirley Kubecka of Palacios, Donald and Shirley Kubecka of Seminole, Dan and Wanda Kubecka of Edna, Douglas and Jody Kubecka of Palacios, Ronnie and Carolyn Kubecka of Palacios, Gerald and Jackie Kubecka of Edna, Gene and Nancy Kubecka of Bay City, Dean Kubecka of Palacios, Erwin Kubecka of Bay City, and James and Debbie Kubecka of Palacios. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at 10:00AM at First United Methodist Church of Palacios, with Rev. David King officiating. Memorial donations may be made to: First United Methodist Church of Palacios, Houston Hospice of El Campo, or The Deutschburg Community Cemetery Fund.

Victoria Advocate, May 3, 2018

Albina Kalinec Kubena

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