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Funeral services for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William E. Palmer were held from Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Wednesday at 11:00 a. m. Besides the parents, the baby is survived by two sisters, Mary and Patsy, and a brother, Douglas. Rev. M. A. Marshall officiated at the service. He was assisted by Revs. Hershall Morgan and Marshall White. Interment was in Cedarvale cemetery.
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Mr. William Paul Palmer, 61, well known restaurant owner here in Bay City died Saturday evening at 7 o’clock at the Matagorda General hospital following several days of illness. “Paul” as he was familiarly known throughout this section first came to Bay City several years ago as a wholesale grocer. He then went into the automobile and garage business for several years. Following that he opened a restaurant on the west side of the square which he owned and managed for several years. At the time of his death he owned “Paul’s Café” on east Seventh Street which he built about three years ago. Besides his wife, Jane, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. R. J. Anderson of Shreveport; a sister, Mrs. Maurice Dennis of Baton Rouge and one brother, Howell S. Palmer of Denver, Colorado. Funeral services were held Monday morning at 10:30 from the Taylor Bros. Funeral home with Rev. Marvin Vance and the Rev. A. C. Maxted officiating.
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February 28, 1955 |
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Wilfrido Paniagua, 71, of Bay City, Texas, passed away on December
15, 2023. He was born on May 12, 1953, in Salvatierra, Guanajuato
Mexico. Wilfrido was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and
great grandfather. He will be deeply missed by his family and
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Samuel Parker died this morning at the home of his mother, Mrs. J. D. Parker, on East Sixth street after an illness of about three weeks, aged 27 years, 4 months and 9 days. The remains were interred in Cedarvale cemetery this afternoon after funeral service at the residence conducted by Rev. Kimbler. Deceased came to Bay City from Bell county about two years ago. He was a nephew of Mrs. W. O. Boney, and was a …working, quiet and…man, and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He had been engaged in rice farming during his residence here and work broke down his constitution, making him an easy prey to disease. The Tribune extends condolence to the heart broken mother and other sorrowing relatives.
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Services for Harris “Shortie” Parks of Bay City will be held at 10 a. m. Dec. 31 in Mother Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. L. V. Harvey officiating. Mr. Parks, 63, was born Oct. 17, 1920, in Van Vleck. He was the son of Edna Thomas and the late Sample Parks, and was a World War II veteran. He died Dec. 27, 1983, in Matagorda General Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Parks of the family home; two daughters, Anita Woodard of Bay City and Mrs. Benita Martin of San Francisco, Calif.; his mother, Edna Thomas of Bay City; one brother, J. B. Parks of Fort Worth; and five grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Alvin Brooks, Willie Edison, Travis Edison, Sam Johnson, Michael Temple and Sammie I. Wright. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p. m. today in the Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Eastview Cemetery. Duncan-Roberts is in charge of arrangements.
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Johnny C. Parks was born in Sargent, Texas on February 11, 1938, through the union of James Parks, Sr. and Jessie Mae Williams. At a very young age he taught himself to read by reading the Bible. As a young man, he accepted Jesus Christ and was baptized. Johnny Parks loved the Word of God and was ordained in 1958 as a minister. He graduated from Southwestern Christian College in Terrell, Texas, majoring in Biblical studies. Also, he was the student campus minister. Because he loved the Word of God, he became a gospel preacher and preached for many congregations throughout the brotherhood. He attended Southern University in Baton Rouge majoring in Political Science. He had a certificate in mental retardation. He is the founder and author of Last Days, Last Message, Last Chance Ministry, and a pamphlet entitled: “What Does it Cost to Obey God?”. He quoted, “As all writers must expect, some readers will, and do not agree with everything written and read. I must say to you as I would. To any reader, I am not writing this book to or for friends, but to the world. I accept your disagreement and questionable perceptions.” Note: Although the book was written, it was never published. Johnny Parks served in the military, United States Army, and traveled both in and out of the United States. He also worked for the police department, and for a State Prison in Angola as a Chaplain. Johnny Parks stated that while he served as a chaplain for the Louisiana State Prison, he reported on disrespect for inmates; witnessed brutality; and, that the men were not treated like humans. He stated that his report of this was ignored by government officials and that his passion for the inmates eventually cost him his job. Dad was very intelligent, had a good tenor voice, a wonderful sense of humor and a smile that radiated the room. Even in his ailment, he was aware of current events especially sports like the Dallas Cowboys and the Mavericks. He had many hobbies such as playing the harmonica, guitar, tennis, gardening, speaking and reading Spanish and reading the Holy Bible. His collection of books are his personal treasures. Those who preceded him in death are Lee Parks, Sr./grandfather; Patsy Boone Parks/grandmother; James Parks Sr./father; Jessie Mae Williams Parks/mother; Benjamin Williams Sr./grandfather; Angel West Williams/grandmother. Eight siblings: Lloyd (Josephine Mitchell) Parks, Sr., Eugene (Bernadine) Parks; Herman (Ollie Jean Taylor) Parks; Margaret (Jim White, Sr.) Parks; Ruby Mae Parks (John) Simmons; Andrew Lee (Tommie Mae Gaskin) Parks; James Parks, Jr. He has one living sister, Iris Pearl Parks (Osie) Combs. He married Carolyn Hamilton Parks and together having three daughters, Victoria (Murk) Thomas, Antoinette Parks, and Candace Woodson. Additionally, he has a daughter Temeisha McArthur and a son Jade McArthur. He has nineteen grandchildren, six great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. As Johnny’s health declined, Reni Perales (his caregiver whom he loved) took loving care of him. What joy he expressed when he saw his children and grandchildren for the last time. Yes, Johnny Parks had a rocky life with apologetic mistakes. However, he was not afraid of death and was ready to be with the Lord. It is not how you start life that matters... it’s how you end it! He was able to worship and commune on his last Sunday singing “The Old Ship of Zion”. As Johnny slowly transitioned, he responded to Psalm 1 and Psalm 23 as it was read to him. The nurse remarked that Johnny’s transition was a peaceful passing as his sister Iris witnessed his eyes opened, focused, and hands reaching as the angel took him. Dad could quote scriptures and he would say, “There is no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus…” Romans 8:1 Dad, you will be sorely missed. You were loved. Thank you for sharing the gospel. We thank God for you in letting us know HIM through His Word. No more pain. We will see you again Dad someday soon. MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday, July 20, 2024, 1:00 PM, Lakeside Memorial Chapel, 3318 Ave D, Bay City, TX 77414
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Mrs. Lula Parrish, 3290 Avenue F, was found dead in her home about mid-morning Saturday after neighbors became suspicious something might be wrong when mail began to mount in the mailbox and she had not been seen for about a week or more. Officers were first called Friday night and tried to locate a relative prior to entering the house. Saturday morning one was located by telephone and permission was received. A group including Police Chief James R. McWhorter, Captain Barney Mason, Mayor R. C. Gusman, and Justice of the Peace D. B. Hinton entered the house and found Mrs. Parrish dead on the floor of her bedroom, ready for bed and the apparent victim of a stroke or heart attack. Justice of the Peace Hinton returned a verdict of death from natural causes, probably a heart failure. He said Mrs. Parrish was apparently dead at least a week when the body was found. Services for Mrs. Parrish were held at 11 a. m. Monday at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, with Rev. Garnet House officiating. Interment was at Brookside Cemetery in Houston [Cedarvale Cemetery]. Mrs. Parrish, who lived alone in the house, had lived in Bay City a number of years. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Zada McCullum of Liberty, Miss Leona Watts of Dallas; five sons, Oscar Watts of Baytown, and Floyd, Edgar, Vernon and Ira. In the mailbox of the house were letters, the oldest postmark being November 29, authorities reported. Police said a neighbor remembered seeing Mrs. Parrish about a week and a half ago. When found, the body had lost about a pint of blood from hemorrhaging, it was reported. The doors to the house were all locked on the inside, authorities reported and there were no bruises or any indication of foul play. The Daily Tribune, December 16, 1957
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Mr. R. L. Parrish, age 39, farmer, was killed instantly yesterday afternoon about 2 o’clock when the single-barrel shot gun with which he was hunting rabbits, discharged accidentally when he attempted to pull the gun through a fence back of his home, south of the city on the Matagorda road, the last house on the left north of the canal. The full charge of the load struck him in the head, ripping the top of his head off. He is survived by his wife, two step-daughters, Zadie and Leona Waite and one step-son, Oscar Waite. Funeral services will be held from the Walker-Matchett Funeral Home Wednesday morning at 10 o’clock.—Bay City Tribune.
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On February 20, 1932, 3 o’clock p. m. our Heavenly Father called to his reward Bluffard Patterson of Matagorda, Texas. He had not been well for some time and recently had been in the Gulf hospital but had returned home and everyone thought he was improving nicely when, without warning, he was taken to the life beyond. Mr. Patterson was the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Patterson, both deceased. He was born in Flatonia, Fayette County, Texas, Dec. 13, 1870. On Dec. 30, 1896, Mr. Patterson and Miss Sarah Elizabeth Stenbing of Jedds, Texas, were united in matrimony at Gonzales, Texas in which vicinity they lived three years. To this union seven children were born, four of whom are living. In 1894 Mr. Patterson joined the Baptist Church at Elm Grove, Fayette County, Texas, where he was a member until moving to Bartlett, Texas and later to Wadsworth, Texas, at which time he united with the Baptist Church there, and continued as a member of that church until his death. As the death angel cast his shadow over the Patterson household on Saturday, Feb. 20, many loving hands ministered to the comfort of the family and throughout the days, numerous were the friends who came to offer their sympathy, and services, and to tell the wife and children what a ray of sunshine and happiness he had been in their lives and what grief his going had brought to them. What a wonderful thing it is and what a blessed satisfaction it must be when one nears the end of this trail we call life, to find oneself so beloved. The funeral service was held at the Methodist Church in Matagorda, Texas, Feb. 22. Rev. L. R. Byrd, missionary pastor of the Gulf Cost Baptist Church, assisted by Rev. D. A. Mangham, pastor of the Matagorda Methodist Church, officiating. The scripture lesson was John 15: 1-6. Reverend Byrd spoke tenderly of the sorrow occasioned by death, but pointed all to the comfort of friendship, both human and divine; to the comfort of sympathy of hope, of faith, faith in God through Jesus Christ and hope of the resurrection from the dead. He closed his message with the following lines:
“God hath not promised skies of blue; Miss Margaret Pratt played the organ softly as the choir, consisting of Mrs. E. E. Pearce, Mrs. W. E. Milstead, Miss Cora Follis, Miss Jo Reed, Miss Lilly May Birdwell and Miss Mildred Landrum sang the following songs: “Blessed Assurance,’ “Beautiful Isle of Somewhere,” and “What A Friend.” Many were the beautiful floral offerings sent by relatives and friends in expression of their sympathy and love, being carefully arranged by deft and loving hands over the grave of Mr. Patterson whose body lies softly sleeping in the Matagorda Cemetery. The following are left to mourn his going: Mrs. B. Patterson, his wife one daughter, Miss Elva Ray of Matagorda, three sons, Fred of Freeport, Joe and B. J. of Matagorda, five brothers, William and Sam Patterson of Gonzales, Tom Patterson of Elfrida, Ariz., M. Patterson of Gulf, W. W. Patterson of Slaton, Texas, one half-brother, Rev. T. Y. Adams, San Antonio, Texas. Out of town relatives were: Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Stenbing, Gonzales; Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Stenbing, Yoakum; Mr. and Mrs. John Stenbing and family, Odem, Mr. and Mrs. Link Stenbing, Bay City; Mr. and Mrs. Oran Patterson, Wadsworth; Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Prather, Gulf; Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Daniels, Gulf; Mr. and Mrs. E. Herschap, Gulf; Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Patterson, Gulf; M. Patterson and family, Gulf; Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Page and Mrs. Pearle Cartwright, Gulf; Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Patterson, Gulf. Besides these hosts of friends from Wadsworth, Bay City and Gulf, attended the services. Active pallbearers were J. J. Bellew, Mock Steck, N. C. Elliott, J. D. Deshotels, Amos Duffy, H. L. Smith, Sr., members of the school board, J. C. Marr, superintendent of Gulf-Matagorda schools and J. A. Boring, principal of Matagorda school.
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A stranger said to be Ed Payne, a resident of Corpus Christi or some other valley town on his way home from Liberty died in a box car at Buckeye Tuesday. Judge W. E. McNabb held the inquest and decided the death was the result of natural causes. The remains were turned over to Taylor Brothers of this city. The unfortunate man was traveling hit or miss with a companion named Carr, who told Judge McNabb that Payne had two sisters living in Corpus Christi and to whom he was going.
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September 6, 1933 |
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Cornelia Perez, 87, of Blessing, Texas, affectionately known as Connie and Granny to her family, went to be with the Lord on July 29, 2023. Cornelia was born on September 16, 1935. The Rosary will be at 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at St. Peters Catholic Church in Blessing, Texas. Funeral Mass will be August 4, 2023, at 10 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church in Blessing, Texas. Interment will follow at St. Peters Catholic Cemetery in Blessing, Texas. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared online at www.lakesidemfh.com on behalf of the Perez family. Final arrangements have been entrusted to Lakeside Memorial Funeral Home, 703 N. Brooks St., Brazoria, Texas 77422; 979-798-5253.
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Gloria Perez, age 25 days, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pedro Perez of Bay City, died at 1:00 p. m June 8 and was buried at Cedarvale cemetery Saturday, June 9 at 10:00 a. m., Matchett-Newman funeral Home in charge. Besides her parents, she is survived by two sisters and two brothers.
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Funeral arrangements for Henry Valdez Perez, 48, of Bay City are scheduled for 2 p. m. Wednesday at the Taylor Brothers Funeral Home Chapel in Bay City with the Rev. Janie Robles officiating. Burial will be in Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Mr. Perez was born July 18, 1993 [1945] in Rosenberg to Rocky and Pauline Valdez Perez and died Aug. 23, 1993 in Matagorda Hospital. He was a resident of Bay City for 30 years. Survivors include: his wife, Susie Perez of Bay City; his mother, Pauline Perez of Brownsville; three sons, Henry Perez Jr., James Perez and Joe Perez of Bay City; and a sister, Rosa Rodriguez of Brownsville. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home in Bay City. The Daily Tribune, August 24, 1993
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Jesus G. Perez, 81, of Bay City passed away July 10, 2024. He was born July 1, 1943 in San Antonio. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, and a Die Hard Dallas Cowboys Fan! He is survived by his wife of 62 years: Maria Perez; 3 sons: Jesse (Joan), John (Nancy), and Jimmy (Dolores); 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; sister: Lydia Garibay; brother: Joe Delgado; numerous nieces/nephews; and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers: John and Jimmy Delgado; and 2 sisters: Maria Elena Rodriguez and Elida Guzman. The family will receive visitors from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. The Rosary will be recited 6:00 PM Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home by Deacon Joe Ramos. The Mass will be held 10:00 AM Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church withy Father Gabriel Espinosa Officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: John Richard Perez Jr., Corando “Corey” Perez, Jimmy Perez Jr., Daniel Perez, Jesse Eric Perez, and Bryan Perez. Honorary pallbearers will be Spencer Perez and Sammy Davalos Jr.
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Rafael “Ralph” Perez, 97 of Bay City, Texas and formerly of El Campo, Texas, passed away on January 14, 2024. He was born on November 28, 1926, in Louise to the late Manuel Perez Sr. and Dolores Camposano Perez. He served in the Army Air Force during World War II. He retired from Lacks, serving as a salesman for many years. He is survived by his son, Ralph D. Perez (Pat) of Houston; daughter, Renee White (Sam) Georgetown; grandchildren, Christina Cater (Bobby) of Waller, Taylor Perez of Houston, Samantha Ortiz (Michael) of Austin and Meredith White of Georgetown; great grandchildren, Savannah Cater, Case Cater and David Ortiz; brother, Jesse Perez of El Campo; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Stella Valdez Perez; siblings, Domingo Perez, Manuel Perez II, Joe Perez, Otillia Bustamonte, Estefana Escobar, Mary Martinez and John Perez. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Triska Funeral Home in El Campo, followed by a rosary at 6 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday January 19, 2024, with Rev. Augustine Owusu-Peprah officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Holy Cross Memorial Park under the auspices of American Legion Post 251. Pallbearers are Sam White, Michael Ortiz, Danny Valdez, Mike Valdez III, Richard Valdez II and Ronnie Valdez. Condolences may be shared with the family at triskafuneralhome.com
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Vickie Perez, 5-year-old, of Bay City died Jan. 18 at the John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Survivors include: parents, Henry and Susie Perez of Bay City; grandmother, Pauleine Perez of Bay City; brothers, Henry Perez Jr., James Perez and Joe Steven Perez. Funeral services were held Jan. 20 at 3:30 p. m. at the Latin Methodist Church with Rev. Bernable Munox officiating. Interment was at the Cedarvale Cemetery. Arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.
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Edith Sansel, aged three years and three months, daughter of Prof. and Mrs. R. W. Persons, died at the home of her parents yesterday evening at 7:30 o’clock and was buried this afternoon at 3 o’clock in Cedarvale Cemetery. Edith Sansel has been for sometime and the immediate cause of her death was infantile paralysis. All that a doting father and mother and physician skill could do was done for her, but it was all in vain and death claimed her. The funeral today was impressive and solemn. Little girls immaculately dressed in white acted as pall bearers while a large number of sorrowing friends wended their way to the little grave to pay their last sad respects to the little one. The Tribune joins the many friends of Prof. and Mrs. Persons in sympathy heartfelt and sincere.
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Texana Melinda Peter was born on Saturday, August 13, 1927 to Maurice and Helen Miller. As a young girl she was raised on the family farm in Howe, Texas with her two sisters Bette and Margie. At sixteen, she started attending Austin College in Sherman, Texas graduating at nineteen with a teaching degree. She initially wanted to be a flight stewardess which was a daring occupation for a lady in 1947 but was too young. She found a job posting on a college bulletin board and hopped on a train for Wallis, Texas to start her teaching career. In the little town of Wallis, Linda, as she was known by friends and family, quickly settled in as a 3rd grade teacher. She met her future husband Jerry who had just returned home from the war and they married in 1948. She quickly assimilated into her Czech family and community, and learned to speak Czech. Even into her last years, Linda fondly could still call the roll of Catholic Daughters by memory, pronouncing and spelling all the multi-consonant Czech surnames. Linda & Jerry soon started their family with two daughters Mary & Helen and found the time for Linda to obtain her Master’s Degree in Education and English. In 1958 the family of four moved to Van Vleck, Texas where a few years later she gave birth to their son Louis. Linda started her long career at Van Vleck ISD teaching High School English, Speech, and Spanish. Teaching her students gave her great joy and she devoted her energy to their success. On many nights and weekends Linda could be found at the school directing the One Act Plays or driving students to weekend UIL Competitions. She was at every football game supporting her students on the field and band. As a class sponsor she often was working late into the nights chaperoning many class dances and trips. Linda affectionately reminisced of her students by name, telling heartwarming stories of how each one personally excelled. In 1977, the Van Vleck ISD Trustees had confidence in Linda’s abilities as Assistant Principal and promoted her to High School Principal. Although common now, at that time it was unheard of for a woman to be a High School Principal. Linda had the support of her fellow teachers and had the grit to stand her ground when challenged solely because of her gender. Linda retired from Van Vleck ISD in 1986 after 38 years’ service teaching. Not letting the dust settle, she promptly volunteered as a Hospital Volunteer “Pink Lady” at Matagorda General Hospital where she happily continued serving the community for many years. Linda passed away on July 12, 2023. She believed in Jesus as her savior and in her very last days would name all the family and friends she looked forward to joining in Heaven. Linda is preceded in death by her husband Jerry and her sisters Margie Baxter and Bette Watkins. She is survived by her children Mary Cudd (Mike) of West Columbia, Helen Peter of Sugar Land, and Louis Peter (Debbie) of Cedar Lane. She had four grand-daughters Mary Helene, Elizabeth, Katherine, and Rebecca along with eight great grand-daughters Marianne, Madeline, Lilly, Olivia, Whitney, Anna, Leah, and Miriam. Linda loved all her family dearly and left a surprise note we just found thanking each by name for making her life a happy one. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Friday, July 21, 2023 a rosary will be recited at 1:30 PM followed by Funeral Mass at 2:00 PM at Holy Cross Catholic Church located at 2001 Katy Avenue in Bay City. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Visitation for Linda’s friends and family will begin at 10:00 AM Saturday, July 22, 2023 followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 AM at the Nichols Street Church of Christ located at 1200 Nichols Avenue in Bay City. Per her written request, Honorary Pallbearers will be the students from classes she sponsored with special mention to the class of 1986, the last class of her teaching career. In lieu of flowers, Linda requested donations be made to the Matagorda Regional Medical Center Auxiliary Volunteers (Pink Ladies) at MRMC, 104 7th St. Bay City, TX 77414 or to the Bay City Public Library, 1100 7th Street, Bay City, TX 77414.
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Funeral services for Ms. Hattie Mae Peters, age 70, of Hempstead, will be held Thursday, Dec. 19, 1996 at 11 am at the Mother Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. K. J. Griggs officiating. Burial will follow in Eastview Cemetery in Bay City. Visitation will be until 9 pm Wednesday at the Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel, and Thursday from 10 to 11 am at the church. Peters was born in Wadsworth Sunday, Nov .7, 1926, to Arthur Peters and Hannah Dillingham Peters, and passed away Thursday, Dec. 12, 1996 at Bellville Hospital, Bellville. She graduated from Hilliard High School in Bay City. Upon graduation, she attended Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, Texas where she received a B. A. Degree in Home Economics. She later taught the fifth grade and Home Economics at Hilliard High School in Bay City. Also, she was a member of the Eastern Star. Survivors include two brothers, Sam Peters, Sr. of Prairie View and James Peters, Sr. of Texas City, Texas; and one aunt, Mrs. Peggy Spriggs of Palacios. Also two nieces, Mrs. Carol Peters Williams of Texas City, and Mrs. Diane Davis of Galveston, as well as two nephews, James Peters, Jr. of Missouri City, and Sam Peters, Jr. of Flower Mounds, Texas. She also leaves a host of cousins, other relatives and a family of friends. Serving as active pallbearers will be Seautry Harkless, Howard Amos, Zarack Peters, Harold Peters, Lexie Williams and James Robinson Jr. Honorary pallbearers will include Sam Peters, Sr., James Peters, Sr. James Peters, Jr. and Sam Peters. Arrangements are with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home in Bay City.
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Odelia Faye Peters, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Katy, Texas. She was born in Palacios, Texas on July 21, 1947, to Osby Stratton and Beatrice Herbert Stratton. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Agape Outreach Church, 1811 Newsome Blvd., Palacios, Texas, with Pastor Eric Young, eulogist. Burial will follow at Palacios Cemetery in Palacios, Texas. Visitation will be Friday, August 2, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Lakeside Memorial Chapel, 3318 Avenue D, Bay City, Texas. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared online at www.lakesidemfh.com on behalf of the Peters family. Final arrangements have been entrusted to Lakeside Memorial Funeral Home, 703 N. Brooks Street, Brazoria, Texas 77422; 979-798-5253.
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On December 8, 2024, the Lord called Rita Murlene Chamberlain Peterson to her home in the heavens. She was born in Elm Grove Community, San Saba County, Texas, to Richard Clifton and Sadie Grace Chamberlain on September 16, 1935. She attended grade school in Elm Grove, was a graduate of Richland Springs in San Saba County, and attended college classes at both Abilene Christian College and Wharton County Junior College. Rita was married to Kenneth Lee Peterson on June 10, 1955 in Palacios, which was a faithful union that lasted 60 years. They made their home in Carancahua, where she also owned a small health food store out of her backyard. Throughout her years, she found many hobbies that she enjoyed, such as walking through the pastures and following the cow trails, tending to her beautiful hibiscus bushes, taking photos, and making personalized cards on her computer, and singing or humming her church hymns. More than anything, she found her joy in her family. Affectionately known to “the grands” as Meme, she enjoyed spending time with them, hearing their stories, and was very proud of each and every one. Rita was blessed with two children, five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. They all have special memories with her that will be cherished and will forever hold them close to their hearts. Her church family was with the Palacios Church of Christ, and she also was well cared for at the Montgomery Home in Palacios. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. She is survived by her daughter Teresa Peterson Blanchette and husband, Tim; son Bryant E. Peterson and wife Debra; grandchildren Ingrid Lee Ryman, Karin Kay Piwonka, Kristen Lyn Perez, Jessie Cheyenne Peterson and Kanyon Bryant Peterson; great-grandchildren Hunter Lee Ryman, Nicole Ray Ryman, Devin Lee Perez, Ethan David Perez, and Embrey Lyn Perez; sister, Carol Jean McFeron and her nephews and niece, Greg, Joy, and Troy Glowka. Friends and relatives will be received from 4:00-6:00PM on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral service will be on Wednesday at 10:00AM at the Palacios Funeral Home with Matt Springfield officiating. Interment will follow at Olivia Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Ryman, David Perez, Wes Piwonka, Kanyon Peterson, Hunter Lee Ryman, and Devin Lee Perez, and honorary pallbearer Ethan Perez. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the Angles Care Hospice in Bay City for their care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, please send a memorial donation to the Montgomery Home (316 Ritchie Palacios, TX 77465) or The Olivia Cemetery (592 CR 311 Port Lavaca, TX 77979-6022).
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Mrs. Sarah Eliza Pile, wife of Mr. R. M. Pile, died at their farm home east of Bay City yesterday, March 26, at the age of 66 years, 11 months and 23 days. The funeral was held this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock with religious services at the grave. Mrs. Pile had been a sufferer for many months. Only recently her children were called to her bedside on account of the serious nature of her ailments, but she rallied, only to be stricken again. Decedent is survived by her husband and two sons, Ray Pile of Crowell, and Emmett, of this pace. Two step-daughters also survive her. She was married on September 15, 1886. Her religious affiliations were with the Baptist Church, of which she was a consistent member. The Tribune joins the many friends of the family in the deepest sympathy for them in this sad bereavement.
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Annette Marie Pittman, 65, of Sargent passed away June 21, 2024. She was born October 14, 1958 in Rosenberg, Texas to the late Michael Lipinski, Sr. and Dolores Lee Lipinski. Annette was an office manager for a cardiologist for 17 years and then an office manager for a pulmonologist for 14 years, before she retired in 2021. She also earned an associate’s degree at Navarro Junior College. Annette enjoyed painting, gardening, fishing, boating, and baking with her granddaughters. She loved spending time with her family and was always helping others. She was caregiver to her grandmother, Inez Fergeson, and her in-laws, Walter and Dovie Pittman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Michael Lipinski, Jr. and her stepmother Clifford Lipinski. Survivors include her husband, Randal Ray Pittman; daughter Theresa Svajian (Greg); grandchildren Katie Svajian, Kylee Svajian and Kenzie Svajian. Sister Pam Jolly (Bob), with children Trisha Gershbein and Christopher Jolly. Sister Margie King (Tommy), with children Tamara King, Charlene Batista, Cameron King, and Madison Hernandez. Sister Sharon Lipinski (Galen Sellers), with children Anita Smith, Alyssa Smith, Bobbi Lipinski, Michael Thomas, and Jeremy Thomas. Stepsister Linda Doege (Herb-deceased), with sons Greg Waters, Matt Waters (deceased). Stepbrother Ronnie Carter (Leslie), with children Wayne Carter (deceased), Christina Carter and Nicholas Carter. The family will receive friends and relatives beginning at 1:00 PM Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 2:00 PM.
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Jimmie Lewis Piwonka, 22, of Ganado, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 22, 2024. He began his journey in life, born to Rachel Rutherford on June 21, 2002, in Houston, Texas and quickly overcame many obstacles, spending his first few months at Texas Children’s Hospital. Here, he showcased his spunk and absolute charisma, charming the nurses and earning the nickname “Dennis the Menace.” Throughout his life, Jimmie had many loves and was loved by many. As a child, he could be found in or near Palacios or Ganado playing in the mud, fishing or hunting with his Uncle Ryan, riding the roads on his bicycle (and eventually four-wheeler), getting into mischief with his cousin Joshua at his Grandmother and PawPaw’s house, or laughing and loving with his mother. He eventually made his way to Berthold, North Dakota, where he made many lifelong friends and memories that will forever live in the hearts and appreciation of his family. It is in Berthold, North Dakota that Jimmie thrived. He was extremely happy there and had plans of returning. There are no words that can express the depth of loss Jimmie’s absence brings to all that knew and loved him. Heaven has surely gained a truly extraordinary soul! Jimmie is survived by his mother and father, Dustin and Racheal Rutherford, his sisters Shelby and Dusti, and Brooke Gillmouth (Chace), his grandmother Debbie Richter (Mike) of Palacios, Nana Shirley McCarrell (Ken) of Medina, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and lifelong friends. He was preceded in death by his brother Aaron Kudelka, cousin Joshua Kudelka, Great Grandparents George and Lela Jane Koenig, Grandparents Daniel Kudelka, Randy Bigelow, and Howard Rutherford, and his Uncle Carl Kudelka. Jimmie’s family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Sarfraz and Seema Prasal for their love and support of Jimmie these past years. They truly made an impact on his life! Pallbearers will be Allen Morrison, Corey Davis, Bryan Schumacher, Tyler Cavender, Dan Rutherford, Garrett Vacek, and Bryan Schumacher and Honorary Pallbearer Dan Lee Rutherford Jr. Family and friends will gather to celebrate his life on Friday, September 27, 2024, at 10:00 am at Hawley Cemetery in El Maton, Texas. There will be a reception following his graveside services at the El Maton National Hall in El Maton, Texas. Please keep his family and friends in your prayers.
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Funeral services for Alma Lee Plunkett, 57, of Markham, will be held 2 p. m. Saturday at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Jim Welch officiating. Burial will be at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Mrs. Plunkett was born July 1, 1934 in El Campo to Felix and Hazel Ruby Kidd James. She died May 27, 1992 at Matagorda General Hospital. Mrs. Plunkett was a lifetime resident of Matagorda County and she lived in Markham for the past 14 years. She was a member of the Methodist church. She is survived by her husband, Eddie A. Plunkett, Sr. of Markham; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jimmy Lee and Sheila Plunkett and James Walter and Debbie Plunkett; a sister, Mary Lape of Huffman; a brother, Berry Frank James of Metairie, La. and seven grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Robert Rodriguez, Homer Smith, J. D. Vernon, Terry Lyle, Pete Longoria and Jesse Longoria Jr. Honorary pallbearers are listed as Larry Roe, Danny Broadwater, Ricky Bryant, Doug Ryman, Bill Green, Wayne Sanders, and Mark Watkins. She was preceded in death by a son, Eddie A. Plunkett Jr. and a grandson, Jeromy James Plunkett. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home in Bay City. The Daily Tribune, May 28, 1992 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Eddie A. Plunkett Sr., 61, of El Dorado Estate, are scheduled for 2 p. m. today at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home chapel in Bay City with the Rev. Bluford Finley officiating. Burial will follow in Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay city. Mr. Plunkett was born Dec. 27, 1932 in Wharton County to H. W. and Bessie Crank Plunkett and died May 13, 1994 at his residence in El Dorado Estate. He was a resident of El Dorado Estate for the past 17 years and a former longtime resident of Bay City. Mr. Plunkett retired from G. W. Townsend Lease Service with 39 years of service. Survivors include two sons and three daughters-in-law, Jimmy L. and Sheila Plunkett of El Dorado Estate and James A. and Debbie Plunkett of Sugar Valley and Cindy Clayton of Allen; three sisters, Violet Peters and Jurlene Mullin both of Angleton and Margaret Cox of Lufkin; three brothers, Guy Plunkett of Sugar Valley, and Houston and Sonny Plunkett of Magnet; seven grandchildren, Evelyn and Stephanie Plunkett of Midfield, Amy, Katy and Jory Plunkett of Allen, Stacey and Megan Plunkett of Sugar Valley. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alma Lee Plunkett, on May 27, 1992, by his son Eddie A. Plunkett Jr. on June 22, 1989 and grandson Jeromy James Plunkett on Jan. 2, 1986. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home of Bay City.
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Services for Jack Junior Pogue, 52, of Matagorda were scheduled for 2 p. m. Saturday at the Sixth Street Church of Christ, with Mr. Rod Tate officiating. Burial was to follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Mr. Pogue, born April 29, 1933, to David Luther and Nettie Lorraine Pogue in Stella, Mo., died June 27, 1985, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Houston. He was preceded in death by his parents and infant daughter, Sharon Kay Pogue. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Adra Louise Pogue of Matagorda; sons and daughters-in-law, Jack L. and Darlene Pogue of Bay City, Donald Pogue of Omaha, Neb., Randy Pogue of Matagorda, Steve and Sherry Pogue of Van Vleck, and David Pogue of San Antonio; grandchildren, Darla Pogue of Bay City, De Lana Pogue of Van Vleck, David Pogue Jr. of San Antonio and Shane Pogue of Dallas; sisters, and brothers-in-law, Elaine and Tom Deal of Stella, Mo., Pat and Jim Bradshaw of Coffeyville, Kan., and Donna of Granby, Mo.; and numerous other relatives. Pallbearers are Kenneth Harvey, Gerald Henderson, Delano Richey, Ron Abercrombie, Jerry Sullivan and Stewart Howell. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the First National Bank of Rosenberg, P. O. Box 831, Rosenberg, TX 77471, for distribution by the family to the American Heart Association and the Pipefitters Apprentice School L. U. No. 211. Services are under the direction of Dick R. Elkins, Bay City Funeral Home.
The Daily Tribune,
June 30, 1985 |
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Marcel Ernest Poirrier, Jr., 82, of Bay City passed away August 2, 2024. He was born July 2, 1942 in Corpus Christi, Texas to the late Marcel Ernest Poirrier, Sr. and Susie Anne Beazley Poirrier. Marcel was an extremely proud Marine. He worked many years in sales. First for Clairol then selling pipes, valves and fittings at several companies in Corpus Christi and in Houston. His hobby was people. He didn’t know a stranger. He was a devoted husband and father. And very active in the church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Ellie Mae Porrier and his brother Marcel Henry Porrier. Survivors include daughter Michelle Ellen Porrier (Terry Myren); sons Marcel E. Porrier III and Micah Poirrier (Sabrina); sister Anne Marie Duncan (Bill); grandson Marcel E. “Marcus” Porrier IV (Heather) and great grandchildren Zooey Poirrier and Oliver Poirrier. The family will receive relatives and friends for visitation at 10:30 AM Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the First Methodist Church of Bay City. The Celebration of His Life will begin at 11:00 AM.
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Markham resident Mr. Edwin Frank Polasek passed away on March 22, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Joe Ann (Menefee) Polasek, son Robert Allen Polasek (wife, Elizabeth and son Christopher Polasek), his daughters Dr. Connie Polasek and Dawn Needels (husband Bill Needels and son William Ryan and daughter Emily). His was proceeded in death by his parents Jerry and Lydia Polasek and brother Edward. He was born on December 17, 1929 in Louise, Texas and joined the Air Force in 1950 and retired September 30, 1970 with stationing’s in at Ellington AFB, Houston, Tx, Kimpo AFB, Korea for two tours, Hickman AFB, Hawaii, James Connelly AFB, Waco Tx, Wiesbaden AFB, Wiesbaden, Germany and Griffis AFB, Rome, New York. His service medals included the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Korean Service Medal and the United Nations Service Medal. He attended Louise High School, Texas Western University and the University of Hawaii. He considered his greatest accomplishment his family and was a proud veteran who worked as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP). While working for GEEIA (Ground Engineering Electronics Installation Agency). His fingerprints along with two others were placed on a metal plaque on the moon Landing Rover during Astronaut Buzz Aldrins flight. At James Connelly AFB he elevated the 314 Air Division two times to the Best Safety Record Award and was a past member of the Houston Energy Council. After his military retirement he became a Loss Control Engineer and LP Gas Fire Fighting Director for Ranger Insurance, and was promoted to Corporate Director of Safety at Aetna Insurance. Visitation will be at Wheeler Funeral Home, El Campo, Tx from 4:00 to 6:00 PM on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Graveside services with military honors will be at 10:45 AM, Friday, March 29, 2024 at the Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr., Houston, Tx. Due to the floral regulations at the Houston National Cemetery, in lieu of flowers the family request a donation to the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Wheeler Funeral Home, El Campo, TX Wheeler Funeral Home
Joe Ann Menefee Polasek Mrs. Joe Ann Menefee Polasek passed away suddenly on Friday, August 9, 2024, at the age of 91 years young, due to a sudden illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Frank Polasek; and her parents, Thomas N. Menefee and Artie Mae Hammont. She is survived her son, Robert Allen (his wife, Elizabeth); daughter, Dr. Connie Lynn Polasek and Dawn E Needels (her husband, William “Bill” Needels). Her grandchildren are, Christopher Allen Polasek, Emily Needels, and William “Ryan” Needels. She is also survived by her siblings, Thomas Menefee (wife Virginia); brother, David Menefee (wife Cynthia); and sister, Jane Barclay; as well as numerous much-loved cousins, nephews, nieces, and close friends. Joe Ann was born in Louise, Texas on December 30, 1932, where she grew up, meeting her future husband at age two. Always together, they became inseparable high school sweethearts, graduating in 1948 from Louise High School. After Edwin joined the USAF and toured Korea, he and Joe Ann married on January 20, 1950. She proudly followed with him around the world to El Paso, TX, Hawaii, Waco, Germany, and Rome, NY. After retirement, they briefly moved to Littleton, Colorado, eventually returning to Markham where they built their home on the Tres Palacios. She was an avid Houston Astros fan, adored her cat, Billie, knitted Christmas stockings and the phone never stopped ringing each day as she kept in touch with her extended family. She was energetic, known for her sweet nature, kind heart and positive outlook toward life. She was the keeper of the family calendar of birthdays and anniversaries. A visitation is scheduled for Friday, August 16, 2024, between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., at Wheeler Funeral Home in El Campo, TX. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 1st Baptist Church in Louise, TX at 1:30 p.m. She will ultimately be interned with her husband at the Houston National VA Cemetery in Houston. In place of flowers the family is requesting donations in her name to the 1st Baptist Church, Louise, TX or the church or charity of your choice.
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Funeral services will be held at Altair Sunday at 1:30 p. m. for Mrs. Lillie B. Polk, 84, former Austin resident, who died Saturday in Palacios. Burial will be in Garwood Cemetery under the direction of Penn Funeral Home of Eagle Lake. Mrs. Polk was a member of the David Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Austin. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Susan A. Polk and Mrs. Ellen Coleman, both of Austin and by 54 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and 25 great-great-grandchildren.
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Paulina Poncik, age 87, of East Bernard passed away peacefully on February 15, 2024 in a Wharton nursing center. Paulina was born on June 19, 1936 in Bay City, TX to the late Robert and Mary Ruether Talafuse. Paulina was raised in Bay City and attended Bay City High School. She married Frank J Hlavinka, Sr. in 1954. He preceeded her in death on May 20, 1974. She later married Edward Poncik in 1980. He also preceded her in death on September 24, 2016. Paulina worked in banking as a branch manager for many years. She enjoyed baking and sewing. Paulina is survived by her son, Frank Hlavinka, Jr. and wife, Renee of East Bernard; daughters, Barbara Havemann and husband, Charles, and Catherine Adams of Wallis, grandchildren, Cody Haveman and wife, Casie, Justin Haveman and wife, Candi, Sheila Sturdivant and husband, Forrest, Casey Adams and wife, Tamara and Jared Hlavinka, great grandchildren,Peyton Haveman, Emily Haveman,Ryder Haveman, Isabella Havemann, Gabriel Adams, Greyson Adams, Taylor Archer and Reagan Archer, Cody and Colton, along with numerous brothers in law and sisters in laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Paulina was preceded in death by her parents, husband and her siblings: Albert Ruether, Pete Talafuse, Rosie Janssen, Mary Marshall, Louis Talafuse, Albina Jones and infant Charlie Talafuse along with numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024 starting at 9 a.m. with a Mass Celebrated at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church in East Bernard, Tx with Father Charles Ostiwah officiating. The Rite of Committal and Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Serving as pallbearers will be Jared Hlavinka, Casey Adams, Cody Havemann, Bo Kucera, Kenneth Srubar and Michael Jones. The family wishes to thank the staff of Wharton Nursing and Rehab for the loving care she received over the years. Funeral services are under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at www.whartonfuneralhome.com
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Penni Reynolds Ponder, 73, of Gainesville, GA passed away March 2, 2024 with her loving family by her side. Penni was born in Bay City, Texas to the late John and Avis June Hawes Reynolds. Mrs. Ponder was a member of First Redeemer Church. Penni had a deep affection for her family, which extended to her beloved grand pups. Penni loved Jesus and took pleasure in leading Bible studies at her church and serving others through There’s Hope for the Hungry for as long as her health permitted. Penni is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Jim Ponder; daughters, Jennifer Rollins(David), Jamie Ponder; sister, Adelle Farmer; niece, Sarah Roysden; her grand pups, Lolabelle and Bailie Bouche. A celebration of life will be held 11:00 am Saturday, March 9, 2024 in the chapel of Ingram Funeral Home with Rev. Scott Phillips officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday, March 9, 2024 one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Ingram Funeral Home, 210 Ingram Avenue, Cumming, GA 30040 have been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Ida Porter, 73, of Bay City, died Sept. 14 in the Matagorda General Hospital. She was a resident of Bay City. Survivors include a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at the Enterprise Baptist Church, Wed. Sept 18, at 2 pm with the Rev. A. H. Pointer officiating. Interment will be at the Eastview Cemetery. Arrangements are made by the Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home.
Daily Tribune,
September 17, 1974
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Mrs. Lora Edith Posey, age 62, years passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Harry Mallard in Van Vleck early today after an illness of some time. She is survived by her husband, I. B. Posey, five daughters, Mrs. Annie Sparks of Clemville, Mrs. Merle Savage of Clayton, Texas, Mrs. Mallard and Mrs. Beulah Wernly of Van Vleck and Mrs. Lorraine Harvey of Markham, two sons, Marcus of Houston and Bob of Corpus Christi and four sisters, Mrs. J. T. King of Nixon, Mrs. Z. S. Dixon of Kilgore, Mrs. Lillian Wiley of San Antonio and Mrs. Osie Walker of Bay City. Funeral services will be held from the Taylor Bros. Funeral Home at 3:00 p. m. Friday with Rev. L. W. Couch of El Campo officiating. Interment will be in the Cedarvale cemetery.
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July 12, 1951 |
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A celebration of life for Debra Poston, 67, of Giddings, Texas will be held at a later date, in Matagorda, Texas. Debra was born on November 11, 1956, in Fürstenfeldbruck, Germany to Gerard and Bettye (Carter) Bodenburg. Debra was blessed with three children, Casey, Stephanie, and Cody. She married Bret Poston on June 10, 2017, in Matagorda, Texas. With this union she gained two stepchildren. During her many years in Bay City, Texas Debra developed a love for surfing, fishing, spending time on the beach and hunting for coral. She also enjoyed gardening, raising house plants, completing puzzles, and crafting just about anything you could think of. Debra passed away the morning of Friday, May 10, 2024, at her home in Giddings. She is preceded in death by her parents, Gerard and Bettye Bodenburg; and one sister, Jeri Susanna Bodenburg. She is survived by her husband, Bret Poston of Giddings; her two daughters, Casey and husband Bryan Guanajuato of Bay City, and Stephanie and husband Christopher Morales of Bay City; one son, Cody Bodenburg and wife Hannah Ryman of Lake Jackson; two stepchildren, Brittany and husband Justin Behrens of Giddings, and Lee Poston and significant other Christy Bradford of Giddings; one grandson, Rodney James “RJ” Guanajuato of Bay City; five step-grandchildren, Bristen Behrens of Giddings, Braeden Behrens of Giddings, Emma Behrens of Giddings, Lily Behrens of Giddings, and Haylen Poston of Giddings; one sister, Sheri and husband Mark Brune of Columbus; two brothers, Bubba Bodenburg of San Antonio, and Bobby Bodenburg and wife Kathy Bodenburg of San Antonio; and her loving dog “Haus.” Memorials may be made to an Autism Charity of your choice or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements made by Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Giddings, Texas.
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Mr. Henry Grant Potter, 84, died Sunday morning at 8:15. Funeral services were held today at 2 o’clock from Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Rev. W. W. Conerly, pastor of the First Methodist Church, officiated. Mr. Potter is survived by one sister, Mrs. Flora Creed of Turon, Kansas; two cousins, Grant Potter of Bay City and “Lloyd P. Potter of Wadsworth. A resident of Bay City for thirty nine years, Mr. Potter is best remembered as one of the city’s first taxi owners. After the advent of an automobile to replace the horse and buggy taxis in the city Mr. Potter owned for a while one of the few autos for hire in the city. He retired from business many years ago.
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March 16, 1953 |
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Leisa Jean Powell-Presley, 67, of Bay City passed away October 2, 2024. She was born October 2, 1957, in Bay City, Texas. She was preceded in death by her grandmother who raised her, Faye Ester Spencer, her father Charles Dudley Hargrove, her daughter Melanie Faye Powell, a sister Patricia Frick and two brothers Charles Hargrove and James Ross Warren. Survivors include her husband Jesse Allen Presley; mother-in-law Barbara Presley; daughter Ashley Wagnon (Jeff); son Kent McDonald (Crystal); sister Sandra Hitchcock; brother Alan Warren; stepsons Justin Presley (Stacie); Branden Bayer (Lacey) and grandchildren Hunter Bruening, Laney Elizabeth Wagnon and Autumn Presley. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, followed by Funeral service at 2:00 PM with Matt Springfield officiating. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Cody Hudson; Jutin Presley; Branden Bayer; Juan Espinoza; James Sutton; Jay Tatum
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Leonard Price, 64, a resident of Tucson, Arizona, passed away November 9 in Tucson, Arizona. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Louise Price of Tucson, Arizona; 1 sister, Mrs. Ada Lou Hill of Bay City; 2 brothers, Sam Price of Houston and James Price, Jr. of San Antonio; 3 nieces, Mrs. Barbara Smith of Gardena, CA., Mrs. Rosie Lee Price of San Rayfield, CA., and Mrs. Willie Mae Jefferson of Dallas; 1 nephew, Jerry Hill of San Antonio. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 18 at 2 pm at the Mother Zion Baptist Church of Bay City with Rev. W. M. Mayfield officiating. Interment will be at the Eastview Cemetery. Arrangements are made by the Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home.
Daily Tribune,
November 17, 1972
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A memorial family service for Iva Evelee Pyles, 69, of Bay City will be held in Houston. Mrs. Pyles was born Feb. 22, 1920, in Newton, Kan., to Kenneth George and Della Mae Dillard Box and died 9:50 p. m., Jan. 6, 1990, at Sweeny Community Hospital of natural causes. A resident of Bay City since 1984, she was a former resident of Fort Worth. Survivors include a daughter, Barbara Flanagan of Bay City; a son, Kenneth Gibson of Royse City, Texas; a sister, Lena Dozier of Greenville, Texas; a brother, Clifford Box of Arlington; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. In lieu of the usual remembrances, contributions can be made to the Bay City Public Library. Local arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City. The Daily Tribune, January, 1990 A memorial family service for Pete Hurley Pyles, 80, of Bay City will be held in Houston. Mr. Pyles was born Aug. 12, 1909, in Pyles Mountain, Va., and died 11:20 a. m. Jan. 6, 1990, in Sweeny Community Hospital of natural causes. A resident of Bay City since 1984, he was a former resident of Fort Worth. Survivors include a brother, “Tooter” Pyles of Virginia; a stepdaughter, Barbara Flanagan of Bay City; and a stepson, Kenneth Gibson of Royse City, Texas. In lieu of the usual remembrances, contributions can be made to the Bay City Public Library. Local arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City.
The Daily Tribune,
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