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Elias Padron, de 45 años, falleció el miércoles 9 de octubre de 2019 en Danevang, Texas. Nació el 16 de febrero de 1974 en San Luis Potosí, México. Fue creado por sus abuelitos Lionardo Padron y Bernardina Padron. Estudio al 7 grado. Él era muy inteligente en matemáticas. A los 15 años era Hínete en los coleaderos, le gustaba el baile disfrutaba montar a caballo. A los 17 llego a los USA. No quiso seguir estudiando. Prefirió trabajar trabajo para varias compañías, le gustaba la construcción se casó y tuvo 2 hijos en Collegeport donde vivieron por mucho tiempo. Le gustaba ver a los Dallas Cowboys el jugo un tiempo soccer, siempre estaba al pendiente de sus hijos fue un buen padre un buen hijo y un buen hermano y un buen sobrino y un buen amigo. Tenía un gran corazón. Le precedieron en la muerte su madre, María Eugenia Padron. Le sobreviven sus dos hijos Angel Alysse Padron, y Elias Padron, Jr. (Baba). Dos Hermanas, Evangelina Ordonez, y Carina Ordonez. Siete hermanos, Juan Carlos Padron, Guadalupe Ordonez, Jr., Eduardo Ordonez, Jaime Ordonez, Mario Ordonez, Cain Ordonez, y Rene Ordonez (hermanos de criancia) Dionicio Padron, Nereo Padron, Isaias Padron (hermanas) Gloria Bolfing, y Enedelia Lopez. Él tenía muchos sobrinas y sobrinos. Los portadores de féretro serán Nereo Padron, Isaias Padron, Uriel Lopez, Cirilo Santamaria, Eduardo Ordonez, y Lee Williams.
Elias Padron Elias Padron, 45, died on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 in Danevang, Texas. He was born on February 16, 1974 in San Luis Potosí, Mexico. He was raised by his grandparents Lionardo Padron and Bernardina Padron. for several companies and liked construction. Elias got married and had 2 children in Collegeport where they lived for a long time. He liked to watch the Dallas Cowboys In 7th grade he was very smart in math. At the age of 15 he was Hínete in the colederosos. He liked dancing and enjoyed riding. He came to the United States at age 17. He did not want to continue studying. He preferred to workjuice a soccer time, He was always on the lookout for his children was a good father, a good son, a good brother, a good nephew and a good friend. He had a big heart. He was preceded in death by his mother, María Eugenia Padron. He is survived by his two sons Angel Alysse Padron, and Elias Padron, Jr. (Baba). Two Sisters, Evangelina Ordonez, and Carina Ordonez. Seven brothers, Juan Carlos Padron, Guadalupe Ordonez, Jr., Eduardo Ordonez, Jaime Ordonez, Mario Ordonez, Cain Ordonez, and Rene Ordonez (foster brothers) Dionicio Padron, Nereo Padron, Isaias Padron (sisters) Gloria Bolfing, and Enedelia Lopez . He had many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Nereo Padron, Isaias Padron, Uriel Lopez, Cirilo Santamaria, Eduardo Ordonez, and Lee Williams. Visitation: Sunday, October 13, 2019, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Palacios Funeral Home, 701 First Street, Palacios, Texas 77465 Funeral Service: Monday, October 14, 2019, 10 AM, St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 1004 Magnusson, Palacios, TX 77465
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Maria Bernabe "Nina" Padron was born on June 11, 1932 in Tortugas, San Luis Potosi to Cirilo Verde and Virginia Suarez and she passed away at the age of 86 on December 17, 2019 at Matagorda Regional Hospital in Bay City. At the age of 18 she met the love of her life, Leonardo. In 1952 they married and moved to San Francisco, S. L. P., Mexico where they resided on a ranch and started a new life and there their nine children were born. On the ranch Maria enjoyed raising all types of farm animals and harvested organic natural foods, although her passion was planting her plants and flowers. She was a person of having faith, respect, love and very reserved. In July of 1989 she moved to Collegeport but traveled back and forth to Mexico. She is survived by her husband Leonardo Padron; three sons, Dionicio (Graciela) Padron, Nereo (Noemi) Padron, Isaias (Herminia) Padron; and 2 daughters Gloria (Steve) Bolfing, Enedelia (Uriel) Lopez, 28 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cirilo and Virginia, three brothers Rosalio Senon, and Braulio; sister Luisa; daughters Gloria Padron and Maria Ordonez; sons Margarito and Misael and grandson Elias Padron. She will rest at Palacios Cemetery. Palacios Beacon, December 25, 2019
Maria Bernabe “Nina” Padron edad 87 de San Francisco, San Luis Potsi, Paso a la Presencia del senior, el martes por la manana, Diciembre 17, 2019, en Matagorda Regional Medical Center en Bay City, Texas al rededor de sus hijos y esposo. Nina nacio el 11 de Junio del 1932, de los fallecidos el senor Cirilo Verde y Virginia Suarez en Tortugas, la tercera de cuatro hijos. A los 18 anos de edad conocio a el amor de su vida, su esposo Lionardo se movieron a San Francisco, donde empesaron un rancho y nueva vida, ahi nacieron sus nueve hijos. Ahi ella disfruto la mayoria de sus anos creando toda clase de animales organicos y cosechando alimentos naturales, las plantas y flores era su passion. Ella fue una personal de fe, reservada, respectosa, amorosa y trabajadora. Se le extranara siempre, y siempre te llevaremos en nuestros corazones. (descansa en paz mamita). Visitaciones empesaran el domingo diciembre 22 a las 4 con y el Rosario empezando a las 6:30 en la funeraria de Taylor Bros. en Bay City, Texas. La misa será a las 10am en la Iglesia Catholica de St. Anthony’s of Padua de Palacios. El sepelio será en el cementerio de Palacios
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Funeral services for Herman Lee Parks Jr., 49 of Bay City, Texas will be held Saturday March 7, 2020, at 11 a.m. at Mother Zion Baptist Church in Bay City, Texas. Condolences may be shared with the family online at lakesidemfh@gmail.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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Marjorie Faye Sparks Parks, 72 of Markham Texas passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2020 in Edna, Texas. Margie as she was known to all who knew and loved her was born on November 10, 1947 in Eagle Lake, Texas to the late James Wilford & Ethel Marjorie Sparks. On December 23, 1965 Margie married her husband William Henry Parks, Sr. in San Saba, Texas. The duo would spend the next 54 years living and loving life. Together they raised their children, grandkids, and great grandkids, not to mention the neighborhood children that would always be at their house. Margie is preceded in death by her parents James and Ethel Sparks, her in-laws Claude and Odessa Parks, her daughter-in-law, Theresa Nemec Parks, and 2 sons, Bruce Wayne Parks, and Kenneth Lynn Parks. She left behind a huge family that will cherish her forever including her husband William Henry Parks Sr. of Markham, son William Henry Parks Jr. of Markham, daughter Phoebe Johnson and husband Craig of Markham. Grandchildren Preston Parks (Bonnie) of Bay City, Tiffany Juranek (Eric) of Ganado, Travis Parks (Monica) of Markham, Daena Beccera (Eric) of Bay City, Jasmine Johnson of Superior, WI, and Jonah and Camden Johnson of Markham. She leaves behind an abundance of great- grandbabies who brought her so much joy. Visitation will begin at 12:00 Noon, Friday, May 8, 2020 at the First Baptist Church in Markham. Funeral Services will follow at 2:00pm with Rev. Howard Harper officiating. Interment will be at Hawley Cemetery following services. Pallbearers are Preston Parks, Travis Parks, Eric Juranek, Frank Kelley, Gerald Kinder, Brad Wimberley, Justin Wimberley, and Buddy Wilson. Honorary Pallbearers are Jonah Johnson, Camden Johnson, and Travis (TJ) Parks Jr. “Let not your hearts be troubled, believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.” John 14: 1-3
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On Saturday, January 18, 2020, George Lee Parsley passed away at the age of eighty-four. The Family received guests beginning at 1 pm, Tuesday, January 21, 2020, until the time of the Celebration of Life Service at 2 p.m., both at the funeral home. Certified celebrant Dawn Lee Wakefield officiated. Interment was in Copeland Cemetery in Montgomery County the following day. Services are in the care of Callaway-Jones Funeral and Cremation Centers, Bryan-College Station. George was born on September 5, 1935, in Montgomery County, Texas to George H. and Annie Lee Gideon Parsley. George grew up in a dirt floor house on McCaleb Road and attended high school at Conroe High School. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his dad and family. When he was too young to shoot a gun, he hunted squirrels with rocks. He perfected his throw with rocks, then later, with baseballs. He was an outstanding athlete in high school, participating in football, basketball and baseball. He really enjoyed baseball and was the only pitcher on the Conroe High School team. He was highly recruited by area colleges to play baseball, but decided instead to work in the oilfield. He leaves behind his wife of sixty-five years, Norma Riddell Parsley; his four daughters, Nancy Parsley, Virginia Parsley Klingeman, Charlene Garcia, and Linda Parsley McGuill and husband John; his son, George Lee Parsley Jr.; and his four grandchildren, Derek Klingeman, Nicole Wallace, Jo Lee Garcia, and Aaron McGuill.
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Jack Partain, of Fredericksburg, VA, passed away peacefully at
his residence on February 3, 2020. He was 88 years old.
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Funeral services for Rayfield Partain, Sr., 91, of Bay City, Texas will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethel Baptist Church, 1208 Avenue C, Bay City, Texas. There will be a viewing Friday, October 23 from 3:00p.m until 7:00p.m. at Shaun's Mortuary. Services are private, but we invite you to join us at the gravesite, Eastview Cemetery 2558 Golden Avenue, Bay City, Texas. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing. Visitation: Friday, Friday, October 23, 2020, 3:00PM - 7:00PM Service: Saturday, October 24, 2020, 11:00AM, Bethel Baptist Church, 1208 Ave C, Bay City, Texas 77414 Graveside: Saturday, October 24, 2020, 12:00PM, Eastview Cemetery, 2558 Golden Avenue, Bay City, Texas 77414
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Janie Pena, 87, of Wharton passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at her residence in Wharton, Tx. She was born in Palacios, Tx on May 27, 1933 to the late Juan and Maria Alvarez Perez. Janie was a graduate of Palacios High School. She met and married Jesse Pena in April of 1959 and together they raised 3 sons, Chris, Mark and Gary. Janie worked in Central Supply at Caney Valley Hospital and after, Gulf Coast Medical Center in Wharton. Janie loved to cook for her family, and baking for holidays, especially pumpkin pies for her sons. She also enjoyed going to her grandchildren’s sporting events. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her son, Chris Pena, sister, Frances Rodriguez and brothers, Tony, Joe and Santos Perez. She is survived by her sons, Mark Pena and wife Corinna of Wharton and Gary Pena and wife, Sonya of Houston; daughter in law, Sandra Pena; sister Delfina Losoya and husband, Robert of Palacios; grandchildren, Joshua, Christopher, Brian, Aaron, Jacqueline, Jonathan, Christian, Vincent, Michael and Angel; 18 great grandchildren. Following cremation, a Memorial Mass to be celebrated on Thursday July 9, 2020 at 10 am at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Wharton, TX. A will follow at a later date at Houston Veterans Cemetery. Funeral services are under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at whartonfuneralhome.com
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Alicia (Lisa) Alvarado Pendleton, 74, of Blessing, Texas passed away August 14, 2020 after a nearly four year battle with cancer. Alicia was born December 18, 1945 in San Juan, Texas to Lionisio Alvarado and Francisca Munis Alvarado. Alicia married Dorman Clay Pendleton on September 8, 1967 and together raised two sons, Clay Anthony and David. Alicia was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and grandmother. She will be greatly missed by many, and will be remembered as a devout Catholic who was kind and caring to people from all walks of life. Alicia is preceded in death by her twin brother Alfredo, who died in infancy; parents; husband; only sister, Maria (Mary) Francisca Soto; and brothers, Porfirio (Pilo) Lara, Pedro (Pete) Lara, and Emilio Lara. She is survived by brothers Lino Lara, Cruz (Chito) Lara, Vincente (Vince) Alvarado and Antonio (Tony) Alvarado; son Clay Anthony and Cheryl Pendleton of San Antonio, TX; son David Pendleton of San Antonio, TX; and grandchildren Roman Anthony and Cael Anthony. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Saturday, August 22, 2020 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blessing, TX. Holy Rosary will begin immediately following visitation at 9:30 AM. Funeral Mass will commence at 10:00 AM followed by burial at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery in Blessing, TX. Pallbearers are Adrian Lara, Oscar Lara, Paul Soto, Eugene Lara, Ruben Alvarado, and Daniel Galvan, Jr. If attending, facial coverings must be worn, and social distancing will be observed. As much as we would love to hug and comfort each other, we must play it safe in this difficult time. The family requests in lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Alicia’s honor to St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blessing, Texas, Susan G. Komen, MD Anderson Cancer Centers, or the American Cancer Society. The family wishes to thank the staff of the UT Health MD Anderson Cancer Center, University Hospital, and Vitas Healthcare Hospice, all in San Antonio for their excellent medical care during this difficult time of Alicia’s life. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
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Our precious Anita Guzman Perez peacefully earned her wings on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at the age of 91. She was born in Houston Texas to the late Emilio Guzman and Clotilde Escareno Guzman on September 13, 1929. She worked as a CAN at Wagner General Hospital for 23, years. She was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Palacios, and also served as a Catholic Daughter. Anita was preceded in death by her parents, husband of 56 years Victor L. Perez, sisters Amparo G. Serrata and Mary G. Garcia, brothers Juan Guzman, Ruben Guzman, Pete Guzman and Emilio Guzman, granddaughter Iris Gonzales and son-in-law Tom Navarro. Survivors include daughter Sylvia P. Navarro; son Richard G. Perez (Christina); granddaughter Irma Gonzales (Amado); grandson Richard Joseph Perez; great grandchildren Amado Ray Aaron, Evione, Jauslyn, Angelina, Richie Perez and Alex and Alainah Perez; great-great grandchildren Zayne, Roman and Kaleb; sister Gloria Barrera (Joe) and brother Elutereio Guzman (Cona). A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Friday, January 29, 2021 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM followed by interment at Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Amado Mata, Ray Mata, Aaron Mata, Evione Navarro, R. J. Perez and Richie Perez.
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Gilbert Perez, Sr., 72, of Bay City, passed away August 19, 2020. He was born December 21, 1947 in Cuero, Texas. Gilbert retired from Matagorda County Environmental Health, as Inspector of Food and Sanitation. Gilbert is preceded in death by his parents Ramon Perez and Antonia Garcia, and adopted parents, Jose Mendoza and Dora Quinonez. He is survived by his wife Virginia Perez; daughter Irma Perez, and Christina Garza and husband Leonel Garza, Sr.; son Gilbert Perez, Jr. and grandchildren Leonel Garza, Jr. and Ely, Matthew Garza, Andrew Garza and Sadie Nicole Perez. A rosary will be held 9:30 am Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church , followed by a 10:00 am memorial service with Deacon Joe Ramos officiating. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Funeral services for McArthur Valderaz Perez, 47, of Sinton will be held 10 am Wednesday at Templo Bethel Pentecostes. Graveside services will be held in Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Van Vleck, with burial to follow. A prayer service will be held 7 pm today at the Ritchea-Gonzales Funeral Home chapel. Mr. Perez, was born in Rosenberg and died Oct. 26, 1991, in a Corpus Christi hospital following a long illness. He had a resident of Bay City for 22 years and had lived in Sinton for the past two years. He was a retired truck driver. Survivors include his wife, Lucinda Perez of Sinton; four sons, McArthur Perez Jr. and Leroy Perez of Bay City, Frank Perez of Alexandria, Va., and Marshall Perez of Corpus Christi; a daughter, Dianne Perez Trevino of Bay City; his mother, Pauline Perez of Bay City; four brothers, Paul Perez and Israel Perez of Lubbock and Henry Perez and Michael Perez of Bay City, and six grandchildren. Arrangements are with Ritchea-Gonzales Funeral Home.
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Pedro L. “Pete” Perez, 74, of Markham passed away November 12, 2020. He was born June 29, 1946 in Bay City to the late Rosalio Perez and Dolores Lozano Perez. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters Janie Ocanas and Faustina Alaniz. Survivors include his wife Rosa Garcia Perez; daughter Dolores G. Perez (Jimmy); son Pedro Ponciano Perez (Barbara); sisters Mary Perez, Marcella Perez, Rose Gutierrez (Candelario), Modesta Davalos (Tim), Ramona Ordonez (Paz), and Helen Mirilez (Moedsto); brother George Perez; grandchildren Gabrielle Ramirez (Jarad), Jerrad Patina, Tiffany Nash (Brandon), Nathan Patina (Renee), Victoria Perez (Jesse), Justin Patina (Marianela Valenzuela) and Pedro Ponciano Perez, Jr. and great grandchildren Kayleigh, Zachary, Zane, Nathan, Brielle, Avery, Kamryn, Peyton, Evelynn and Maribell. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Monday, November 16, 2020 at Our Lady of Guadlupe Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM with Rev. Gabriel Espinosa officiating. Pallbearers will be Jarad Ramirez, Jerrad Patina, Brandon Nash, Nathan Patina, Justin Patina and Pedro Ponciano Perez, Jr. Jesse Perez will serve as honorary pallbearer. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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October 28, 1947 - September 14, 2019
Bernard Pesak, 71, of
Alvin, passed away on September 14, 2019. He was born on October 28,
1947 in Bay City, Texas to the late Adolph and Elizabeth Pesak and
was retired from Amoco.
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Earl Hartman Peters, 92, of Angleton, Texas passed away June 25, 2020. She was born September 16, 1927 in Spring, TX to the late Richard Hartman Sudie Majorowitz Hartman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband L. A. Peters. The family will receive friends and relatives from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM Monday, June 29, 2020 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City. Graveside Services will be 1:00 PM Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Woodlawn Garden of Memories; 1101 Antoine Dr.; Houston, TX 77055. Survivors include sons Larry A. Peters and his wife Cheryl; Michael A. Peters and his wife Beverly; her daughter Terrie West; grandchildren Melinda Lyssy and her husband Matthew, Stephanie Traylor and her husband Cody Traylor, James Peters and his wife Cammeron, Samantha Peters and Heather Peters; great grandchildren Anabelle Lyssy, Katherine Lyssy, Aubrey Traylor and Chase Traylor.
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Dennis Edward Pierce, 61, died on Thursday, July 25, 2019. His memorial services will be held in Blessing at the Pierce family plot at Hawley Cemetery on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019 at 11 a. m. Dennis is survived by his loving wife, Lana. He is also survived by his daughters, Rachael and husband Jeremy, Faith and fiancé Eric, Naomi and Lydia; his sons, Ben, Zach and wife Michelle, Joseph, Caleb, and Samuel and wife Vickie; also his adoptive children, Angelique, Abigail, Daniel, Jessica and husband Trevor, Haydee and spouse Nichole, Moriah and husband Darrell, Mikayla and Isaiah; and his step-son, Shannon and fiancée Connie. Dennis is also survived by his brother, Jay and wife Peggy; his sister, Robin; and nieces, Nicole and husband Garrett, and Ashley and husband Dylan. Dennis also had numerous grandchildren. He loved his family dearly. His love for cooking was enjoyed by everyone. He loved to travel and had a passion for reading. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Weimar. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Helen Pierce. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to Harbor Hospice, Houston.
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Emma Jean (Jurek) Piwonka, 87, of Blessing passed away June 27, 2020. This date holds a special significance because it was on the same day thirty-five years ago that her beloved husband, “Red” passed away. She was born April 24, 1933 in El Maton, TX, the youngest child of the late Ludwig and Clara Popek Junek. In 1950 she graduated from Wharton County Junior College as an LVN. On July 21, 1951, she married Clarence “Red” Piwonka, Sr. and together they raised ten children. Emma spent her married years helping Red manage their grocery store and farming operations in Blessing, all while taking care of a house full of children. When Red passed away in 1985, she was able to keep the farm going while stepping into the role of loving grandmother. She was always ready to whip up a meal or welcome another addition to her big family. Emma was a life-long active member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blessing, where she was a member of the Altar Society and volunteered much of her time. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. At home, Emma enjoyed growing beautiful flowers, gardening and making those delicious Kolaches with her late sister-in-law Evelyn Junek. Emma’s life was centered around and devoted to her large family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence “Red” Piwonka and her eldest child, Gary Piwonka. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Edwin Junek, Joe Junek and L. J. Junek and her sisters, Lydia Zemanek, Verna Turek and Mary Jane Lezak. Emma will be livingly remembered by her children Darrell (Jean) Piwonka of Boling, TX, Janie (Alvin) Bannert of Sweeny, TX, Jim Piwonka of Blessing, TX, Paul (Vicki) Piwonka of Round Rock, TX, Clarence (Lorene) Piwonka, Jr. of Blessing, TX, Susie Sparks of Angleton, TX, Greg Piwonka of Blessing, TX, Ronnie (Jan) Piwonka of Midfield, TX and Lisa (Randy) Volkmer of Bay City, TX. She will be forever remembered by her thirty three grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Emma is also survived by her sister, Clara Gordon of Burnet, TX, sister-in-law Barbara Junek of El Campo, TX and brother-in-law Edward Lezak of Clemville, TX. The family would like to give a special thanks to Jimmy Piwonka for granting her wish to spend her final days in Blessing, TX in his home and to Greg Piwonka for being by her side through it all. We also want to thank Candice Steffeck for providing loving care by stopping by and checking on her every day. Memorials may be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church Cemetery Fund. You may pay your respects by visiting St. Peter’s Catholic Church from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM, Thursday, July 2, 2020. Due to current public health concerns, the Rosary, Funeral Mass and interment will be limited to family members only.
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Gregory John Piwonka of Blessing, Tx passed away on November 29, 2020 at the age of 57 years old. He was born July 8, 1963 to Emma and Clarence Piwonka, Sr. Greg was one of 10 children who grew up on the family’s home farm where they all helped on the family grass farm and learned the meaning of hard work. Greg graduated from Tidehaven High School in May of 1981. The highlight of his high school years was being a part of his Varsity football game where they took home the state championship title against Pilot Point. He loved to reminisce about his team and their victory. Greg worked on the family farm, Red’s Grass Farm, where he learned the skills to begin his own business in 1987. Greg spent many years running a successful agricultural spraying business, Piwonka’s Spraying Service. He also worked as a custom cotton picker and ran a small grass farm of his own. Greg enjoyed the outdoors and loved to hunt and fish. He loved a good cup of coffee in the morning along with reading his favorite books by John Grisham. Most of all, Greg loved spending time with his children and being Paw Paw Wonka to his grand-daughter. He had a laugh that could be heard from a mile away and he was pretty sure he was the funniest guy in the world. He could also probably hold an entire conversation just using movie quotes. Greg is survived by his children Cortney Leigh Piwonka, and Gregory John “Johnny” Piwonka II; grand-daughter Corbyn Leighann Thane; and eight siblings. He is preceded in death by his parents Emma Jean Piwonka and Clarence Michael “Red” Piwonka Sr.; and eldest brother Gary Piwonka. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City for close friends and family, with Memorial Services to follow at 2:00 PM. The family asks that you please wear a mask in compliance with health precautions and facility rules. There will not be a burial service following due to his children honoring his wish to be cremated. His children would like to send out their deepest thanks to anyone who has been a light in their father’s life. They also would like to thank everyone for the kind words, thoughts, and prayers sent their way during this difficult time.
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A Celebration of life for Debbie Louise Polk, 60, of Palacios will be on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Palacios CLC, 202 Main Street, Palacios, Texas 77465. Rev. Leroy Monroe will be the officiant. Burial will follow at Palacios Cemetery in Palacios, Texas. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 18, 2020 at Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, 2500 Ave C, Bay City, Texas from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM Debbie Louise Polk was born July 17,1960 in El Campo, Texas to Alice Polk and the late Sylvester Polk. She received her education in Palacios, graduating from Palacios High School class of 1978. She is most willing to help others and her athleticism, as she excelled in sports, specifically basketball. She received a basketball scholarship to play at Temple Junior College (Temple, Tx) and Baylor University (Waco, Tx) where she still holds records. While attending Temple Junior College she met Bryant Polk and had 3 children. After college continued to play and coach youth basketball. In 1996, she went out to Los Angeles, CA trying out for the WNBA LA Sparks and later traveled with a semi-pro team from Houston, TX playing exhibition games at varies colleges in the South. At an early age she gave her life to Christ and was baptized at Pilgrim Rose Baptist Church. She spent many years in public education, where she was a substitute teacher working at schools in both Palacios ISD and Tidehaven ISD. She later became an early childhood education teacher for Tri-County Head Start. Her greatest joys were her grandchildren and she was fortunate to spend her kast years helping care for them. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and leaves behind three children Adrianne Miller (Jay) of Pond Creek, OK, Allison Polk of Rosenberg, TX and Bryant “Scott” Polk of Palacios, TX. Eight grandchildren: Noah Miller, Abigail Miller, Anabelle Miller, Jonah Miller, Leylani Polk, Braylon Boast, Jetson Salinas and Josiah Polk. Her mother Alice Polk of Palacios, TX. Siblings: Millie Ford (Columbia) of Diamond Bar, CA, Kathleen Travis of Los Angeles, CA, Brenda Martin of Richmond, Tx, Phyllis Leloup of Paris, France, Charles Polk of Lake Jackson, Tx, Townsend “Beau” Farris (Sherrie) of Missouri City, Tx, Billy Polk (Marion) of Missouri City, Tx, Jessie Williams (Reggie) of Stafford, Tx, a special friend Artis Edwards Sr, and honest of nieces and nephews. She is proceeded in death by her father: Sylvester Polk and her siblings: Leonard Polk, Mozetta Deadrick and Sylvester Polk III
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Anne Dorothy Gritzman Poncik was born on a farm in Guy TX, on February 19, 1929. She and her twin sister Agnes, were the first born to Joseph and Rosie Gritzman. She married Simon “Tony” Poncik in 1948. They lived in Bay City, TX, and she was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church for over 50 years. Anne worked with Dr. Barton Griffith for 36 years. The staff loved her many birthday cakes through the years. She passed away April 19, 2020, in Kyle, TX, where she had lived for 6 ½ years in memory care at Orchard Park. Anne is survived by her son Tony Poncik of La Vernia, his children Laura and Tanner, and his step-children Jennifer and Jason; daughter Sylvia and her husband Andy Pietrowski. She loved her grandchildren Laura, Tanner, Bryan, Jennifer and Michael. She was more blessed with her great-grandchildren Bryan and Brianna Pietrowski have Amelia, Eli Alyvia; Decius and Jennifer Tasby have Maya and Titus; Michael Pietrowski and Sarah are getting married soon. She is also survived by her sister Frances Pekar, many nieces and nephews, and adopted daughter Deborah Schneider of Blessing. Anne will be laid to rest next to her husband at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Due to current situations concerning public health, services will be private. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at https://act.alz.org/donate. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Ralph John Popek died peacefully January 16, 2021 with God’s love. He was born May 16, 1927 to Edward J. and Elizabeth Gurecky Popek. His early childhood was spent in El Maton, and his family later moved to Van Vleck where he graduated high school. He married Barbara Helen Gajdosik on July 11, 1953. He served as a sergeant in the United States Army. He worked for Rugeley Motor Company for 38 years and continued with his mechanic skills after retiring. He spent many hours ranching and helping his sons farm during his later years. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, and grandson, John David Popek. Our grandfather will be lovingly remembered by his immediate family during a service held at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. He is remembered by his children, son, David and wife Linda; daughter, Patty and husband James Manna; son, William and wife Debbie; son, Vincent; grandchildren, Renee’ Laslie, Michelle and Dillon Frankum, Stephen and Eva Ashley Senkyrik, Matthew and Diana Hooten, Sarah and Adam Clements, Debra and Joshua Shield, and Michael and Michelle Manna; great-grandchildren, Jentry Laslie, Denton and Boyd Frankum, Ava Stokes, Jacob and Caleb Hooten, Fairyn Clements, Hudson, Paxton, and Canon Shield, and Priscilla Manna. Pallbearers are Adam Clements, Joshua Shield, Dillon Frankum, Michael Manna, Robert Gajdosik, Stephen Senkyrik, and Matthew Hooten. Honorary pallbearers are John Webber, Mike Karl, and Kenny Hines. Special thanks to his caregivers Margie Ballard and Gloria Lopez. Ralph was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. He loved hunting, fishing, and catching up with friends over a round of dominoes. He is survived by his wife of 67 years. He will be remembered for his love by his family and friends.
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Bonnie Jean Porter, 58, of Freeport passed away October 25, 2020. She was born July 18, 1962 in Bay City, TX to John Timothy Goodman and Wilma Jean Blaylock Goodman. Her professions changed across her lifetime, but two constants never changed: her love of her family and friends, and her devotion to Jesus Christ. From dancing, to crafting banners and flags, to spreading His word to the people who needed to hear it the most, she was throughout her life a minister for the Lord. She was preceded in death by her sister Tracy Lynn Anderson. Survivors include her parents John Timothy Goodman, Sr. and Wilma; sons Timothy Joseph Porter (Lindsey McMahan) and Christopher Royce Porter; daughter Terra Dee Porter (James Brazil Long); brother John Timothy Goodman, Jr. (Paulina), and granddaughter Brooklyn Reigh McKenzie. Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Friday, October 30, 2020 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, TX with Dr. R. E. Breazeale officiating. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Marker photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Mildred Hogan Richardson Porter, age 95, of Cuero, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2019 at Hospice of South Texas Center of Compassion. She was born July 14, 1924 in Grapeland to parents, Willis Hogan and Ruth Barnes Hogan. Mildred was a founding member of the Tyler Bowling Club and was an integral part of starting many bowling clubs around the state of Texas. Mildred belonged to the First Baptist Church in Grapeland and the Tyler Lion’s Club. “Rosie the Riveter” was a well-known icon to her as she spent 4 years during World War II mixing powder for bombs. She worked for more than 25 years for the ACE Hardware in Palacios as a cashier and greeter. Mildred never met a stranger and was loved by all, especially the customers. Mildred is survived by her son, David Richardson of Cuero; grandson, Cody Richardson of Huntsville; great-grandson, Cameran Richardson of Huntsville; sister, Betty White of Tucumcari, New Mexico; niece, Debra Handley and husband, Mike of Amarillo; nephews, Delmer White of Littlefield, Trandel White and wife, Judy of Balch Springs, Todd White and wife, Karin of Mary Esther, Florida, Butch Blanton and wife, Carolyn of Dallas, Bobby Blanton and wife, Billie of Ft. Worth; numerous other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Willis and Ruth Hogan; husband, M.A. Richardson; son, Clay Paul Richardson; and brother-in-law, Jack White. Graveside services for Mildred Hogan Richardson Porter will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, 2019 in the Evergreen Cemetery in Percilla. Online condolences may be given at www.callawayallee.com.
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Mary Ann Powell, 78, of Bay City and formerly of
Boling, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2020. She was born on
March 18, 1942 in Wharton a daughter of the late Leroy and Julia
Zigo Pyssen. Mary Ann is survived by her son, Bryan Powell and wife Dede of Bay City, sister, Dixie Laird and husband, J.D. of Groesbeck, brother, Leroy Pyssen Jr. and wife, Laura of Austin, grandson, Hunter Lee Powell of Bay City and sister-in-law, Zada Pyssen of Boling.
Condolences can be left at whartonfuneralhome.com Funeral services are under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Iago Federated Church, PO Box 576, Boling Texas 77420.
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Lynda Lee Pruitt, 73, passed away June 1, 2020 at her home in Wadsworth. She was born February 22, 1947 to the late Cora Martin and Westley Darby. Lynda was known for her hard work and dedication. She was an Engineering Assistant with STP for many years, and even developed many of the forms that STP still uses today. It has been said that if it had wheels, she could drive it! She drove a school bus for the Palacios School District, and even drove a dump truck for construction companies. She could drive a dump truck a mile, backwards. Aside from her dedication to work, she had a strong dedication to her family and shared a loving marriage with her husband, Mike. She will be missed by many. Lynda is preceded in death by her parents, Westley Frederick Darby and Cora Ozella Martin; daughter, Bobbie Denise Barker. She is survived by her husband of 30 years Michael Pruitt; sons, Jimmy Barker, and Al Barker; daughter, Crissy Pruitt; brothers, Scott Darby, Westley Darby, and Mike Darby; sister, Cindy Darby; and grandchildren, Logan Michael Barker, and Cora Barker. Funeral Services will be held 2:00pm Saturday, June 6, 2020 at First Baptist Church in Bay City, Texas with Mike Zimmerman officiating. Visitation will beginning at 1:00pm. Interment will be Sunday, June 7 at Snow Hill Cemetery in Cason, Texas. Pallbearers for Lynda will be Al Barker, Jimmy Barker, Logan Michael Barker, Westley Darby, Scott Darby, and Mike Darby.
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Mrs. Puckett was born Feb. 12, 1926, in Francitas to Willie Lafayette and Addie Louise (Joines) Linton. She married Robert F. Puckett on Nov. 23, 1944, in Corpus Christi and was a graduate of Palacios High School and a member of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 59 years, Robert F. Puckett on Aug. 24, 2003; a son, Billy Puckett; and siblings, KC Linton, RV Linton, Nathan Linton, Erie Neisus, Thelma Young and Cecil Linton. Survivors include a son, Bobby (Carolyn) Puckett of Beeville; two daughters, Cheryl (Claude) Brysch of San Antonio and Charlotte (Ron) Smith of Beeville; eight grandchildren, Debbie Hale, Sheri Ford, Tracie Weeks, Taylor Puckett, Ashleigh Feuerbacher, Lance Smith, Morgan Carroll and Clint Puckett; 13 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Robert (Margaret) Linton of Kingsville. Visitation was held Thursday, Nov. 8, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Galloway & Sons Funeral Home chapel. The funeral service was conducted at 1:30 that afternoon with Jason Dunn officiating. Singing was led by Jimmy Moore. Burial followed at Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers were Taylor Puckett, Lance Smith, Clint Hale, Shannon Weeks, Dan Carroll, Joseph Hale and Thomas Hale. Honorary pallbearers were Arlon Feuerbacher and Kevin Ford. Galloway & Sons Funeral Home, Beeville, Texas |
Flossie
“Peggy” Puckett, 92, of Beeville, died Monday, Nov. 5, 2018.