Matagorda County Obituaries
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Maria Guadalupe Martinez
December 12, 1941 - March 24, 2017
Maria
Guadalupe Martinez, 75, of Bay City, TX passed away March 24, 2017.
She was born
December 12, 1941 in Refugio, TX to the late Manuel and Fermina
Hernandez Figerova.
Maria liked
doing puzzles and going to garage sales. She loved being around her
grandchildren.
Maria is
preceded in death by her parents; brother, Daniel Figerova; and
grandson, Gilbert Cortez.
She is
survived by her husband of 60 years, Felix Martinez; children, Felix
Martinez Jr. of New Orleans, LA, Rosemary Peterson of Irving, CA,
Julie Cortez of Katy, TX, Andres Martinez of Bay City, Christina
Ramos of Houston, TX, Irma Villalobos of Houston, TX, and Juan
Manuel Martinez of Bay City; grandsons, Andy B. Martinez and Joey
Martinez, who she raised as her own children, and 15 other
grandchildren.
The family
will receive friends and relatives 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, March
30, 2017 with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6 p.m., at Taylor
Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City.
Mass of the
Resurrection will be at 10 a.m. Friday, March 31, 2017 at Our Lady
of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City, with Monsignor Gerry
Cernoch celebrant.
Interment will
follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.
Pallbearers
are Julian Rodriguez, Ruben Ramos Jr., Andy Martinez, Raymond Ramos,
Joe Martinez and Joey Martinez.
In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the Legion of Mary of Our Lady of
Guadalupe Catholic Church.
Online
condolences may be shared with the family by visiting
www.taylorbros.net.
Arrangements
are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune,
March 29, 2017
Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise
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Dan Matura
(June 13, 1948 - August 29, 2017)
Dan Matura, 69, of Bay
City, TX passed away on August 29, 2017. He was born William “Dan”
Matura on June 13, 1948 in Hollandale Mississippi, to Louis and
Frances Applegate Matura. He had retired from his Oilfield Service
Company where he committed almost 50 years to the industry. He was a
loving and caring Husband, Father and Grandfather who touched the
lives of everyone with his fun-loving disposition.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Felicia (Bunny) Matura, his
son Tommy Matura and wife Jan Matura of Pearland, TX and his
daughters, Leanne Matura of Bay City, TX and Kaylene Rodriguez of
Kronenwetter, WI and step daughter Kim White and husband Tim White
of Sweeny, TX. Grandchildren, Andrew Matura, Chealsey White, Triston
Rodriguez, Ryan Abercrombie and Casidy Rodriguez, brother, Lester
Matura sisters, Louise Lansford, Lois Guzman, Ruby Oros, Margie Sain,
and Kathy Corporon. He was preceded in death by his parents and
brothers, J.D., Leonard, Orvel, Raymond Matura and sister Flossie
Yoxtheimer.
Visitation will be Thursday, September 7 from 5-7 pm at Taylor Bros.
Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held Friday, September 8 at
10 am at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck.
Pallbearers will be Andrew Matura, Triston Rodriguez, Ryan
Abercrombie, Orvel Jr. Matura, Thomas Matura and Tim White. Honorary
Pallbearers are Chealsey White and Casidy Rodriguez.
Taylor Bros.
Funeral Home
Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Norman Cantrell May
January 28, 1939 to August 9, 2017
Norman May
passed away August 9, 2017.
He was born in
Teague, TX. He was happily married to his wife, Mollie May, for 58
years.
Norman was
preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Loretta May; and two
brothers, Harrison and Kenneth.
Survivors
include his wife, Mollie; four sons, Stephen May and wife Emily,
Tommy May and wife Lucy, David May, Greg May and wife Mellissia; 11
grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
He retired
from the Matagorda County Sherriff's Department after receiving the
Reserve Peace Officer of the Year award in 1983. He enjoyed life to
the fullest by becoming a pilot, teaching himself Spanish and sign
language, fishing, hunting, playing poker with his friends, and
riding his motorcycle.
Over the
years, he was an umpire of Little League Baseball and sang in the
Coastaliers. He also enjoyed going to softball games and playing the
guitar and piano. He was well-known for his amazing salami and
peanut brittle, and a he grew the best satsuma oranges.
A memorial
service will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2017 in the
Multipurpose Building at the Matagorda County Fairgrounds at 1 p.m.
Bay City Tribune,
August 16, 2017
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Janie Garcia Medina
October 11, 1950 - April 12, 2017
Janie Garcia
Medina, 66, of Manvel, TX, passed on April 12, 2017.
She was born
on October 11, 1950, in Premont, TX to the late Guadalupe and Anita
Garcia.
A loving
mother and doting grandmother, she enjoyed gardening and was
affectionately named “Momo” by her grandchildren. She was a member
of Emmanuel Baptist Church and for many years owned and operated
Janie’s Day Care Centers in Bay City. More recently she worked at
My Great Beginnings and Primrose West, both childcare centers in
Pearland.
Janie is
survived by her four children and their spouses; Tony and Kristi
Medina of Manvel, Jennifer and Vicente Diaz of Pearland, Jon and
Kelly Medina of Richmond and Jean and Randy Charles of Houston, four
siblings and their spouses; Joe and Lupe Deleon Sr. of Bay City,
Jesse and Veronica Garcia of Houston, Noe and Sally Garcia of Fort
Worth and Amanda and Robert Zepeda of Bay City, seven grandchildren;
Colby Medina, Max Diaz, Carson Medina, Makenzie Medina, Caden
Medina, Jordan and Jackson Medina and long-time friend and former
spouse, Louis Medina Jr.
She is
preceded in death by her son Michael E. Medina and parents Guadalupe
and Anita Garcia.
The family
will receive friends and relatives beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday,
April 15, 2017 at the funeral home.
Services will
follow visitation at 10 a.m. Saturday with Rev. Candido Gonzales
officiating.
Interment will
follow at Cedarvale Cemetery.
Pallbearers
are Brandon Cantu, Andrew Medina, Joe Deleon Jr., Mark Deleon, CJ
Medina and Louis Alvarado.
In lieu of
flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Baylor Clinic
in Houston.
Online
condolences may be shared with the family by visiting
www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune,
April 16, 2017
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Juanita Zarate Medina
(August 30, 1944 - May 26, 2017)
Juanita Zarate Medina, 72, of Bay City, passed away May 26, 2017.
She was born August 30, 1944 in Bay City, TX to the late Francisco
and Adela Zarate.
Juanita grew up in Buckeye, TX and graduated from Tidehaven High
School in the 1960’s. She lived in Bay City the rest of life,
working at QP Grocery Store, Bay City Food Mart and Walker Seed &
Garden Center where she loved taking care of birds.
Juanita is preceded in death by her parents; sisters Elodie Z. Yanez
and Rosa Z. Morales and brother Richardo Zarate. She is survived by
her son Herman Medina, Jr. of Bay City; sister Tomasa Z. Silva of
Houston; brother Benito Zarate of Bay City and numerous nieces,
nephews and their children that she loved very much.
The family will receive friends and relatives beginning at 9:00am on
Friday, June 2, 2017. Funeral services will be held later the same
day, at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, TX at 2:00pm.
Pallbearers are Ricky Zarate, Roland Zarate, Ray Yanez, Roy Yanez,
Jesse Morales and Johnny Silva. Honorary pallbearers are Rudy Nieto,
Ruby Silva and Raymond Yanez.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Fredda Sue Medlock
Fredda was born in Bay City, Texas. She was the daughter of
Frederick P. Medlock and Mary Sue Brooks Medlock. She grew up and
attended West Columbia schools with graduation in 1956. She was the
oldest of four children and always the helpful sister.
After her high school graduation, Fredda went to work for Mr. John
Henderson, an attorney, in Angleton, Texas. She was with Mr.
Henderson until his passing. With her growing and active knowledge,
as a legal secretary, Fredda applied and was… hired with the Baker &
Botts law firm in Houston. She remained with the law firm, for over
30 years until her retirement.
A few years, before her retirement, Fredda was able to purchase the
property, once originally owned by her parents, on 13th street in
West Columbia. She had a small home built, and she began to become
more involved with community organizations. She remained active for
many years with American Legion, Chamber of Commerce, Bible studies
with the ladies of the West Columbia Methodist church, the Varner
Hogg state park. The west Columbia Museum, fund raisers for the West
Columbia EMS responders and the senior citizens group. One of her
earlier and to my knowledge most enjoyable things she did was she
was one of the first usherettes with the Houston Astros baseball
team at the opening of the astrodome. She kept that activity on her
calendar for several years.
Among all of these things, Fredda still found time to take care of
her parents, during their times of illness and needs. She loved to
travel as much as possible, both with friends and family.
Fredda is preceded, in death, by her parents, Frederick (Fritz) and
Mary Sue Medlock, her brother, Frederick (Sonny) Medlock, her
nephew, John Anthony Easterling and her brother in law, Don
Easterling. She is survived by her brother, Rogers Melvil Medlock of
Houston, sister, Kathleen (Kay) Easterling of Sugar Land, her
nephews, Don Easterling
(Kim), of Katy, Derek Easterling (Melanie), of San Antonio and James
Patrick Medlock of Mannheim, Germany and
her niece Stacie Easterling Langland (Tom) of Richmond.
Fredda also leaves behind, her two great nephews, Holden Easterling
of Katy and Austin Langland of Pearland, two great nieces, Madison
Easterling of Katy and Zoe Easterling of San Antonio.
Funeral services will be held 1:00pm, Saturday, April 29, 2017 at
Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia with Rev. Silverio Sanchez
officiating with visitation an hour before the service.
Donations, in Fredda's name, may be made to the Brazoria county
animal shelter, the West Columbia E.M. S. and to West Columbia
senior citizen's group with meals on wheels
Baker Funeral Home, West Columbia, Texas
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Maria P. Mendieta
January 26, 1926 - September 17, 2017
Maria P.
Mendieta of Bay City, Texas passed away on Sunday, September 17,
2017.
Maria was born
on January 26, 1926 in Mexico to the late Tomas and Mariana Sanchez
Cazares.
Maria was a
loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and
great-great-grandmother. She loved being around her family. Maria
was an avid bingo player, and was a member of the Our Lady of
Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City.
Maria is
preceded in death by her parents; husband Tomas; son, Thomas Jr.;
grandson, Thomas III; and daughter-in-law, Patricia.
She is
survived by her children, Delia Yanez (Lupe), Margaret Ochoa
(Martin), Sylvia Aguilar (Paul), Frances Mendieta, Dora White Mann
(Carl), Jesse Mendieta, Debora Bueno (Demencio Jr.); 19
grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; five
great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation was
Monday, September 18, 2017 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Taylor Bros.
Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas. The Holy Rosary was at 6:30 p.m.
that evening.
Services and
interment followed in San Benito, Texas under the care of San Benito
Funeral Home, 956-361-9192.
Local
arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas.
979-245-4613.
Online
condolences may be shared with the family by visiting
www.taylorbros.net
Bay City Tribune,
September 20, 2017
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Christine Marie Mesey
(August 20, 1965 - March 6, 2017)
Christine Marie Mesey, 51, of Sargent passed away March 6, 2017.
The world was introduced us to a very special person in August 1965.
She was the only child born to Diane Mesey and the late Richard J
Mesey. They provided the fullest childhood any person could ask for.
Growing up she excelled, especially interested in Art and Athletics.
At the age of 19 she was married to Jonathan Pflueger and within the
next 3 years gave birth to her children Carol Pflueger, Jonathan
Pflueger, and Brittney Pflueger.
In addition to her mother and children, she leaves 3 grandchildren
whom she loved to the moon and back: Gavin Guajardo, Jonathan
Pflueger, and Kaylee Pflueger.
She was a woman who had a deep care for her family, friends, and the
world around her. A highly intelligent wit made it easy for everyone
to love her. She once had an entire airplane enjoying playing
Pitbull on her laptop. The one most powerful way to describe her is
brave. She wasn't afraid of anything all while having a heart of
gold. She lived for pleasing others and her spirit will live on in
the oceans she loved so much.
A Memorial Mass honoring her life will be 10:00 AM Monday, March 13,
2017 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Rev. Greg Korenek
officiating.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
and Bay City Tribune, March 12, 2017
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Greg Meyer
January 25, 1954 - June 26, 2017
Greg Meyer, a
Bay City resident for 53 years, passed away at the age of 63 on
Monday June 26, 2017 with his wife Kristi at his side, after a
courageous battle with cancer.
He was born
January 25, 1954 to Neil and Frances Meyer. During his high school
years he met and fell in love with Kristi Huebner. They married in
1974 and would have celebrated their 43rd wedding
anniversary this July. Greg had a passion for life on the ranch. He
was most at home in the country caring for the cows and tending to
ranch business. He loved riding a horse and working cows with many
of his greatest friends.
Greg is
preceded in death by his parents, Neil and Frances Meyer; and his
son, Clay Meyer.
He is survived
by his wife, Kristi Huebner Meyer; children, Keith and wife Jennie
Meyer, and Bryan Meyer; sister, Lisa Meyer Cokins and niece Lindsey
Cokins; and grandchildren, Luke and Logan Meyer, who he loved more
than anything.
A visitation
was held Thursday June 29, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home from 6
p.m. to 8 p.m.
A celebration
of Greg’s life was held at 10 a.m. Friday, June 30 2017 at Taylor
Bros Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. James Ely and Hoss Gwin
officiating.
Interment
followed at Cedarvale Cemetery.
Serving as
pallbearers were George Deshotels, Ray Culver Jr., Daniel Tucker,
Mack McLeod, Jimmy Stewart and Jim Davant.
In lieu of
flowers the family has requested donations be made to Houston
Hospice, 1905 Holcombe, Houston, TX 77030 or to the Matagorda County
Fair Association.
Condolences
may be shared with the family by visiting
www.taylorbros.net.
Arrangements
are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. (979) 245-4613.
Bay City Tribune, July 2,
2017
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Barbara Evelyn Middleton
March 14, 1932 - April 6, 2017
Barbara Evelyn
Middleton, 85, was born on March 14, 1932 to John and Ina Alexander
in Bay City, Texas, and passed away on April 6, 2017.
She married
the love of her life T.J. Middleton on August 20, 1949 and they
shared 60 wonderful years together before his passing on December
26, 2009. Barbara was a lifetime member of First Baptist Church
where she sang in both the Celebration and Jubilares choirs. She
was also very active with Memory Makers Quilt Guild, Bonnie Babes
Doll Club, Home Extension and Jetsetters.
Barbara is
survived by sons, Rex Middleton and wife Cecelia, Linn Middleton and
wife Terri, and daughter, Cheryl Lowery; grandchildren, Heather
Middleton, Sean Middleton, Heath Middleton, Angie Hunter and husband
Scott, Adam Zillweger and wife Allie, and Iris Leos and husband
Vince; 11 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren;
numerous nieces and nephews; an abundance of cherished family and
friends; and her beloved cat Kiki.
Visitation
will be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at Taylor
Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas.
Funeral
services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at First
Baptist Church, Bay City.
Interment will
follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas.
Pallbearers
are Heath Middleton, Adam Zillweger, Ryan Leos, Vince Leos, Sean
Middleton and Scott Hunter.
Memorial
donations can be made to the animal rescue or shelter of your
choice.
The family
would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the medical staff at
St. Lukes Cardiac Center, the flight crew of PHI Air Medical and
Matagorda Regional Medical Center ER staff and Paramedics.
Online
condolences may be shared with the family by visiting
www.taylorbros.net.
Arrangements
are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune,
April 9, 2017
Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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T. J. Middleton
(October 29, 1924 - December 26, 2009)
T. J. Middleton passed away peacefully
at his home on Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009.
T. J. was born to C. O. & Johnnie Reese
Middleton in Brusly, Louisiana on Oct. 29, 1924. He graduated from
Bay City High School in 1944. He worked in the oil & gas industry
for forty years and retired in 1984.
T. J. married the love of his life,
Barbara Alexander on Aug. 20, 1949. They shared 60 wonderful years
together and had three children. T. J. was preceded in death by his
parents and brothers J. R. and Owen Middleton.
He is survived by his wife Barbara; sons
Rex Middleton & wife Cecelia of Bay City and Linn Middleton & wife
Terri of Sealy; daughter Cheryl Lowery of Dallas. Grandchildren
include Heather Middleton of Houston, Sean Middleton of Mexico,
Heath Middleton & wife Courtney of Sealy, Angie Middleton of Sealy,
Adam Zillweger of Austin and Iris Leos & husband Vince of Victoria,
great grandchildren are Makaylah Middleton of Sealy, Cooper
Middleton of Katy, Ryan Leos & Brandy Leos of Victoria. T. J. also
leaves behind his sisters Neva Hamilton, Sue Lowery & Juanelle
Clayton all of Bay City.
The family will receive friends and
relatives from 5pm to 8pm Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral
service will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009 at the First
Baptist Church with Terry Farrar officiating. Interment will follow
at
Roselawn
Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Pallbearers will be Adam Zillweger, Vince Leos, Ryan Leos, Thomas Matura, Larry Middleton &
Mark White. Memorial donations can be made to the Leukemia Research
Foundation or Parkinson Research Foundation. The family would like
to express their heart felt thanks to the Houston Hospice team for
all of their support.
www.taylorbros.net
Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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James 'Jimmy' Richard
Milam, Sr.
28 December 1931 – 5 February 2017
PALACIOS - Funeral
services for James 'Jimmy' Richard Milam, Sr., will be held at 10
a.m. on Thurs. (Feb. 9) at the First Presbyterian Church in
Palacios, located at 501 3rd St. Burial will follow at the Palacios
Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 - 7 p.m. on Wed. (Feb. 8)
at the Palacios Funeral Home.
James was born on December
28, 1931 in Victoria to Wylie Richard and Beatrice Chaddock Milam
and he passed away peacefully at his home on February 5, 2017. He
was a 1951 graduate of Palacios High School and went on to serve his
country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War.
James was a lifelong
member of the First Presbyterian Church in Palacios and was employed
and retired after 35 years from the Texas Eastern Transmission Corp.
He loved the bay and enjoyed shrimping in his earlier years. James
was a partner in Gold Coast Seafood and loved working alongside his
son, Ricky. He was a lifetime member of the Masonic Lodge No. 991
and recently received his 50 year pin.
James is survived by his
son, James Richard 'Ricky' Milam, Jr. and wife Penny; his daughter
Rebecca Garcia and husband Pat; step sons David Smith and wife
Sharron, Alton Smith and wife Kim; his sisters Marilyn Brister and
husband L.J., Cheryl Brown and husband Homer, and many
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is also
survived by the mother of his children, Ruby. He was preceded in
death by his parents and wife: Alma Frances Chamblee Smith Milam.
Pallbearers will be Homer
Brown, Mark Bates, Matt Cinadr, Herbert Schneider, Vernon Bates,
Jr., and David Smith. Honorary pallbearers are: Roy Markwardt,
Carroll Cairnes, John Toellner, Homer Aparicio, L.J. Brister, and
Louis Martino.
Memorials may be made to
the First Presbyterian Church, 501 3rd St., Palacios, TX 77465 or to
the charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be
share with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements
are with Palacios Funeral Home 361-972-2012.
Victoria Advocate,
8 February 2017
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Arthur Garcia Miranda
(June 19, 1930 - February 4, 2017)
Arthur G. Miranda, 86, of
Palacios passed away February 4, 2017. He was born June 19, 1930 in
Matagorda, Texas to the late Manuel Miranda and Salami Garcia
Miranda.
He was preceded in death
by two sons William G. Miranda and Orlando G. Miranda. Survivors
include his children’s mother Dalia Miranda; daughter Debora G.
Clawson & husband Jack of Van Vleck; sons Arthur G. Miranda, Jr. &
wife Teresa of Bay City and Carlos Miranda & wife Lucy of Van Vleck;
grandchildren Joshua Miranda, Dalia Morales, Joseph Canales and
Alana Miranda and great grandchildren Breanna Alameda, Joseph
Valdez, Jordan Rodriguez, Dynisty Morales, Carla Miranda, Jonathan
Robles and Nayeli Miranda.
The family will receive
friends and relatives from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM Wednesday,
February 8, 2017 at Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral service will
begin at 10:00 AM with Rev. Tony Flores officiating. Interment will
follow at Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joshua Miranda,
Joseph C. Canales, Dalia Morales, Alana Miranda, Joseph Valdez,
Jeremy Young and Jordan Rodriguez.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
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Funeral Services Are Held Tuesday For Wadsworth Man -
Lawrence Crystal Mitchell II
Funeral services were held Tuesday
afternoon for L. C. Mitchell, 64, of Wadsworth, who was killed as
the result of a highway traffic accident late Sunday about four
miles from here on the Alvin highway.
Seven others were injured when a pickup
truck driven by Mr. Mitchell's son, Early, overturned on a 10-foot
embankment according to a report.
Surviving Mr. Mitchell are four sons,
Earl and William of Wadsworth, L. C. Jr. of Matagorda, and W. J. of
Bay City, and a daughter, Joyce, of Waco.
Matagorda County Tribune,
December 19, 1946
Photo courtesy of Bethany Figueroa
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Joe Daniel Montalbo
March 19, 1950 - May 26, 2017
Joe Daniel
Montalbo, 67, of Port Neches, Texas passed away Friday, May 26, 2017
at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas.
Joe was born
March 19, 1950 in Bay City, Texas to Faustino Montalbo and Olivia
Cervantes Montalbo.
He grew up in
Matagorda County and was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.
He was a
Vietnam Veteran who bravely served our country in the United States
Army.
Joe retired as
a Master Electrician and began working for BJ Transport in Port
Neches.
Joe will be
remembered as a friend to all who's love of music was only surpassed
by his amazing ability as a gifted musician, skilled in the guitar,
accordion and vocals.
He was
preceded in death by his father, Faustino Montalbo Sr.; his wife,
Pam Morris; three brothers, Faustino Montalvo Jr., Jesse Montalbo
and Guadalupe Montalbo; and one sister, Rosita Montalbo.
Surviving
relatives include his loving mother, Olivia Montalbo of Bay City;
sister, Rosa Garcia (Domingo) of Angleton; sister, Mary Jasso of Bay
City; brother, Manuel Montalbo (Linda) of Batesville, Ark.; and
brother, Gilberto Montalbo of Richmond.
Joe also
leaves behind several nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and nephews
that loved him dearly.
The Montalbo
family would like to extend a special thank you to Joe’s employer
and dear friend Brad Corley along with the many special individuals
from the Port Neches area that were part of his life during his time
there.
A memorial
service will be held to honor Joe's life at 10 a.m. on Saturday,
June 17, 2017 at the VFW Hall in Bay City, Texas.
Bay City Tribune,
June 11, 2017 [burial
Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck, Matagorda County, Texas]
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Mrs.
Juanita
R.
Morales,
79, of
Bay
City,
died at
Matagorda
General
Hospital
on
January
27.
Survivors
include:
daughters,
Mrs.
Ginger
Hernandez,
Mrs.
Inez
Garcia,
Mrs.
Cruz
Bustos
of Bay
City and
Mrs.
Janie
Amador
of
Wharton;
sons,
Pete of
Milwaukee,
Paz of
Palacios,
Frank
and
Caesar
of Bay
City;
sisters,
Josephine
Flores,
Mrs.
Catarine
Longoria,
Mrs.
Tommy
Reyna of
Bay
City,
Mrs.
Laroria
Medina
and Mrs.
Christina
Mendez
of
Houston,
35
grandchildren
and 20
great-grandchildren.
The
funeral
will be
held
Monday,
January
28 at
3:00 p.
m. at
Our Lady
of
Guadalupe
Church.
The Rev.
J. P.
Shannon
will
officiate
and
interment
will
follow
at
Cedarvale
Cemetery.
Rosary
was
recited
at 7:30
p. m. on
Sunday
at
Taylor
Brothers
Funeral
Home.
Pallbearers
include:
Richard
Bustos,
Jr., Ray
Garcia,
Frank
Morales,
Jr.,
Raymond
Hernandez,
Jr. and
Rolando
Rodriguez.
Honorary
pallbearers
include:
David
Amador,
Jr., Dan
Morales,
Raymundo
Hernandez,
HI and
Ceasar
Morales,
Jr.
Arrangements
made
with
Taylor
Brothers
Funeral
Home.
Daily
Tribune,
January
28, 1980
Obituary
and
photo
contributed
by great
grandson,
Trey
Morales
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Ester Moreno
Ester Moreno, 70, of Van
Vleck, Texas entered into eternal rest on January 17, 2017, at
Solara Hospital in Harlingen, Texas.
Mrs. Moreno was preceded
in death by her parents, Martiniano T. and Abelia Garza.
She is survived by her
loving husband, Jose V. Moreno Jr.; four daughters, Esther (Noe)
Gonzales, Abelia (Jason) Sloey, Letisia (Armando) Caballero, and Joe
Ann (Gary) Haydon; four siblings, Angelita Gomez, Gloria Garza,
Lupita Gonzales, and Martin Garza Jr.; eleven grandchildren, Noe
Gonzales Jr., Elsa Moreno Gonzales, Nathan Sloey, Joshua Sloey, Ryan
Sloey, Zachary Sloey, Joseph Caballero, Marcos Caballero,
Christopher Caballero, Isla Haydon and Everly Haydon.
Visitation was held on
Thursday, January 19, 2017.
Mass of Resurrection was
held on Friday, January 20, 2017 at St. Helen’s Catholic Church in
Rio Hondo.
Interment followed at
Mont Meta Memorial Park in San Benito.
Arrangements have been
entrusted to Funeraria del Angel, 2906 S. Expressway 77/83,
Harlingen, Texas 78550. (956) 428-9004.
Bay City Tribune,
January 22, 2017
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Elizabeth Ann Frost Morrow
(June 21, 1966 - April 30, 2017)
Elizabeth Ann Morrow, 50, of Bay City, TX passed away April 30,
2017.
She was born June 21, 1966 in Freeport, TX to Joe Edwin Frost and
Linda J. Tucker.
Elizabeth is survived by her parents; husband, James Dallas Morrow;
daughters, Stephanie Walker and Elaine Staples; sisters, Virginia
Frost Cole and Carolyn Frost; brother, Joey Frost; grandchildren,
Carley Staples, Colby Staples, Brittany Walker, Jada Reddic and
Malik Reddic.
The family will receive friends and relatives from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.,
Thursday, May 5, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2017 at Taylor Bros.
Funeral Home with Matt Springfield officiating.
Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.
Pallbearers are Robert Cole, Billy Staples, Jody Tucker, Duane
Tucker, Johnny Lopez and Roger Thornton
Honorary pallbearers are Donald Tucker, Ray Tucker Tucker, David
Tucker, Allan Tucker and Bradley Sabrusula.
Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting
www.taylorbros.net.
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas.
979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune,
May 3, 2017
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William F. “Bill” Murphree
September 1, 1937 - March 29, 2017
William F.
“Bill” Murphree, 79, of Cataula, GA passed away at his home with his
wife of 57 years, on Wednesday, March 29, 2017.
Bill was born
on September 1, 1937 in Cuero, TX, son of Charles and Elizabeth
Murphree. Bill had a Master’s Degree from Texas State University. He
was a teacher, counselor, and principal in Victoria, TX, principal
in Bay City, TX, and then his first love as an educator (classroom
teacher) in Columbus, GA.
He was a fan
of the University of Texas Longhorns and the Atlanta Braves. He was
very much loved by his family, friends and students.
He is survived
by his beloved wife of 57 years, Sherry “Jerrie” Murphree; and
daughter and son-in-law, Sherry and Steve Johnson.
Those who wish
may sign the on-line guest registry at
www.mcmullenfuneralhome.com
Bay City Tribune
online
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Ben Clayton Murphy
(February 10, 1931 - September 27, 2017)
Ben Clayton Murphy, 86, of Blessing
passed away September 27, 2017. He was born February 10, 1931 in
Blessing, TX to the late Vernon Clayton Murphy and Pearl
Katherine Blackburn Murphy. Ben was a retired farmer and rancher
of 50 plus years. He farmed nearly 1,200 acres which consisted
of rice, milo, and soybeans. After retiring he devoted his time
to his hobbies which consisted of completing puzzles, playing
cards, dominoes and spending time with family.
He was preceded in death by daughter
Gail LaVerne Born, brothers John B. Murphy and Leonard Murphy
and grandson Colton Fitzpatrick.
Survivors include his wife of 56
years Sarah Murphy; daughter Susan Katherine Hornstein & husband
Darren of Inez, TX; son-in-law Steven Born of Edna, TX, nephew
Marty Lewis & wife Deana of Edna, TX; and numerous other nieces
and nephews. grandchildren Christy Crisp (Justin), Jessica Lewis
(David) and Chelsey Reeder (Tyson) and great grandchildren
Johnathan Garcia, Koa Crisp, Westin Benjamin Crisp, Tierni
Hardin, Lilly Beth Lewis, Tredon Reeder and Paisley Reeder.
The family will receive friends and
relatives from 5PM until 7PM Sunday at the Palacios Funeral
Home. Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Monday, October 2, 2017 at
the Palacios Funeral Home with Rev. Andy Schroer officiating.
Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery. Pallbearers will be
Marty Lewis, James Hebel, Gary Hebel, Marshal Murphy, Darren
Hornstein, Howard Compton, Justin Crisp and David Lewis.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
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Kenneth Herbert Murphy
Kenneth Herbert Murphy, 75 of West Columbia passed away at his home
on Thursday, May 25, 2017. He was born July 10, 1941 to Ben Kenneth
and Florine Hardcastle Murphy in Bay City, Texas. He was a pipe
fitter in the construction industry and served in the United States
Army during the Vietnam Era.
Graveside services will be held 10:00 am, Tuesday at Cedar Lawn
Cemetery in West Columbia with Kirk Betz officiating.
Kenneth is survived by sister, Patricia Jones; nephews, Wally
Childress,… Rocky Childress and
Ricky Childress.
Baker Funeral Home, West Columbia, Texas
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