Margaret Adele Drapela Rainey
August 9, 1941 - December 28, 2017

A beautiful lady, Margaret Adele Rainey, left us to be with her family in heaven on December 28, 2017. Margaret was born on August 9, 1941 in Houston, Texas to John and Margaret Drapela.

Margaret Adele was raised in Houston and Bay City, Texas, graduating from Bay City High School. She was raised with strong Catholic values, taught and modeled by both her parents.

She married Mitchel (Mickey) Rainey on May 1, 1963. They had four boys while traveling the world to multiple army bases from Iran to Guam and throughout the United States.

Margaret Adele’s was the definition of a sweet soul, quiet, well mannered, but her everyday personality belied her innate strength. She valued her role of Mother and Homemaker with a passion for her family who she loved dearly. She will always be known for her sense of humor, keen wit, and for making her delicious cinnamon rolls - a Christmas Eve tradition passed down to her sons and grandchildren. Girls born in the 40’s were not supposed to be cheeky, sassy, defiant; they were expected to be docile and invisible, but she showed her strength by going to foreign soils with children, setting up a household, and making it their home away from home. She was always a friend to whomever she met, she was soft spoken, loving and caregiving to many children, yet a strong matriarch for the family. No one knew of a kinder soul.

Immediate family members include husband Mitchel Rainey, and sons Mitchel Wayne, Jr. and partner Daniel DiDonato, Mark Anton, Michael James and wife Marni, Matt Dale (decreased); sisters and brothers Harriet Janise, Jack Drapela, Ned Drapela and wife Doris, Mary Olive Drapela; granddaughters Savannah and Shelbi Rainey, and many extended family members.

We will miss you dearly, for a very long time. We understand you are now in God’s hands and will be our guiding angel to help us through our earthly journeys.

Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home, Rosenberg, Texas             Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Lorenzo Arroyos Ramirez
May 01, 1948 - November 05, 2018

Lorenzo A. Ramirez, 70, a Vietnam Veteran of Bay City passed away November 5, 2018.  He was born May 1, 1948 in Driscoll, TX to the late Crispin Ramirez and Cecilia Arroyos Ramirez.

Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Stella Garcia Ramirez; daughter Cecilia Solberg and husband Michael; son Lorenzo Luis Ramirez and wife Lorena; sisters Cecilia Villanueva, Connie Colunga and Frances Garcia; brothers Jose Ramirez, Felix Ramirez and Andy Ramirez and grandchildren Caiden Cooper, Lorenzo A. Ramirez, Cael Cooper, Ciaran Cooper, Isabel Ramirez, Sofia Ramirez and Mikaila Solberg.

Lorenzo enjoyed visiting his children and spending time with his grandchildren. His pastimes included fishing, playing sports, and being an active member of the Knights of Columbus.

Visitation will begin at 8:30 AM Monday, November 12, 2018 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.  A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM and Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be Lorenzo L. Ramirez, Lorenzo A. Ramirez, Caiden Cooper, Ponci Perez, Justin Patina and Frankie Ramirez. His nieces and nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home                      Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Dolores L. Ramos Jr.
March 17, 1928 - April 28, 2018

Dolores L. Ramos, Jr., 90, of Bay City, Texas passed away April 28, 2018 at his residence.  He was born March 17, 1928 in Mackay, Texas to the late Dolores Ramos and Maria Louisa Luna Ramos.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Guadalupe Ramos; son, John Louis Ramos; two sisters; and two brothers.

Survivors include daughters, Herminia Rodriguez (Joe), Margaret Ramos, Mary Ramos and Elizabeth LaViola (Jeff) all of Bay City; sons, Joseph Ramos (Letisia) and George Ramos of Bay City and James Ramos (Genevieve) of San Antonio; sisters, Mary Silguero of Lake Jackson and Luteria Ramos and Manuela Garces both of Houston; 14 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and five great-great grandchildren.

The family received friends and relatives from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Monday, April 30, 2018 at the funeral home.  A rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m.

Funeral Mass was held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Msgr. Gerry Cernoch officiating.

Interment followed at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.

Pallbearers were Jonathan Schneider, Jose Longoria, Ritchie Sanchez, John LaViola, Tony Rodriguez and William Longoria.

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

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

Bay City Tribune, May 2, 2018
 

Ricky Todd Rayburn
September 26, 1957 - September 26, 2017

Ricky Todd Rayburn was born on September 26, 1957 to Bobby and Wanda Rayburn in Bay City, Tx. Ricky grew up in Sweeny Tx and is where he graduated high school and lived his whole life, often known to many as Sam. Ricky worked at Conoco Phillips for 37 years as an operation specialist. Ricky attended First Baptist Church in Sweeny.
Ricky was an avid sports watcher and a diehard Oilers/Titans fan. He was a friend to many and loved by all who knew him. He liked to spend his time golfing with… his buddies, going to cook-offs and dance halls.

Funeral services will be held 10:00am, Friday, September 29, 2017 at First Baptist Church in Sweeny with Pastor John Price officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Lawn Cemetery in Van Vleck. Visitation will be Thursday evening at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia from 5:00pm until 7:00pm. Ricky is preceded in death by his grandparents Todd and Mary Rayburn, grandparents Wilbur and Alma Chambers, and father Bobby Rayburn.

Ricky leaves to cherish his memory to his mother Wanda, sons Corey and Warren, sister, Terri Hanna and brother-in-law Monty, and a host of aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins and many good friends.

A special thanks is to be given to IPH and the caregivers, Yolanda Allen and Shontice Hayes who took care of him at the end of his life.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church in Sweeny.

Baker Funeral Home, West Columbia, Texas                   Courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Maria Oralia Razo
December 24, 1944 - February 7, 2018

Maria Oralia Razo, 73 of Van Vleck, TX passed away February 7, 2018.  She was born December 24, 1944 in San Benito, TX to the late Maria Luisa Garcia and Jose Pilar Garcia.

She is survived by her daughters, Leslie Garcia and Laura Gibson (Darrell); granddaughters, Ava Garcia and JoAnn Gibson; and grandsons, La’Chaz Garcia and Hayden Gibson.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at Family Worship Center with son-in-law Darrell Gibson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Matagorda Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Activity Department, 4521 Avenue F, Bay City, TX 77414 in memory of Mary Razo.

Bay City Tribune, February 14, 2018
 

Orenell Eileen Reed

Orenell Eileen Reed, of Edna, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at the age of 92. She was born in Fayetteville, Texas on March 6, 1926, to the late Louis Menking and Minna Marburger Menking.

Orenell was a  member of the First Baptist Church in Edna, she was also a member of the Women’s Missionary Union, a Sunday School Teacher, lead various bible studies and a wonderful Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Great-great-Grandmother that will be greatly missed.

Orenell is survived by her daughter, Sherri Reed Unger and her husband Charles; grandson, Mike Unger (Kim); great-grandchildren, Taylor Unger (Mark), and Rhiannon Unger; great-great-grandchild, Malleaha Rojas; sister-in-laws, Nita and Dorothy; brother-in-laws, Joe Vernon (Almarie); numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents Orenell is preceded in death by her loving husband of 38 years, John Lloyd; sisters, Lillie, Norma, Wilma, and Nola; brother, Melvin; grandson, Todd Unger.

Visitation was held on April 12, from 5-7 p.m., in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Service will begin at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, April 13, in the First Baptist Church of Edna. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m., in the Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Reverend Robert Krause will be officiating.

Pallbearers will be her nephews; Clyde Davis, Steve Davis, Wendell Reed, Randall Reed, Joe Ramsey, and Larry Watkins.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Edna, 309 Cottonwood St., Edna, Texas 77957 or Hospice of South Texas, 605 E. Locust Ave., Victoria, Texas 77901.

Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.

Jackson County Herald-Tribune, April 18, 2018
 

Henry Charles Reinke

1890 - 1960

Funeral services for Henry C. Reinke of Bay City will be held Saturday at 2:00 PM at St. Peter Lutheran Church.

The Rev. C. G. Frisch will officiate, followed by burial in Cedarvale cemetery.

Reinke, a retired employee of Phillips Refining Company, died at the Matagorda County General Hospital Friday.

Survivors include: one sister, Mrs. John Ashcraft of Bay City; and, two brothers, Ehler Reinke of Alice and Fred J. Reinke of Premont.

The Daily Tribune, date unknown

Zulema G. Rendon
(December 27, 1955 - July 14, 2017)

Zulema G. Rendon, 61, of Port Lavaca passed away July 14, 2017. She was born December 27, 1955 in La Feria, TX to the late Deciderio R. Guerrero and Guadalupe Gonzales Guerrero.

Survivors include her husband David Rendon; sons David Rendon, Jr. of Port Lavaca and Daniel Rendon of Bartlesville, OK; sisters Josephine Cuellar Lara, Ursula Longoria, Mary Martinez and Sylvia Rocha; brothers Raul Guerrero, Ramiro Guerrero and Tony Cuellar and four grandchildren.

A rosary will be recited at 6:30 PM Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blessing. Interment will follow at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jesse Martinez, Adam Martinez, Tony Martinez, Placido Martinez, Eugene Lara and James Longoria.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home                                    Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise

Connie Hernandez Renteria
November 26, 1930 - June 30, 2018

Connie Hernandez Renteria, 87, of Houston passed away June 30, 2018. She was born November 26, 1930 in Vanderbilt, TX to the late Estevan Hernandez and Maria Delgado Hernandez.

She was preceded in death by a daughter Mary Ann Sanchez and two sons Charles Trevino, Jr. and Robert Lee Trevino.

Survivors include daughter Cynthia Trevino; sisters Josephina Garcia and Mary Rodriguez; brothers Robert Hernandez, Steve Hernandez, Leo Silva and Samuel Perez; grandchildren Trisha Nicole Trevino, Carlos Trevino, Robert Trevino, Jr.,

Rodney Trevino; numerous great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service, Friday, July 06, 2018, 11:00 AM

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, 2313 Ave. I , Bay City, Texas 77404

Bay City Tribune, July 4, 2018

VeeAnn J. Steen Rice
April 20, 1962 - August 15, 2018

VeeAnn J. (Steen) Rice, 56, Bay City Texas, formerly of Burlington, ND, passed away peacefully at her sister’s home near Burlington on Wednesday, August 15, 2018.

VeeAnn Joy Steen was born on April 20, 1962, with a birth defect, the daughter of Walter and Marjorie “Bonnie” (Collins) Steen in Minot, ND. She was raised and educated in the Burlington-Des Lacs area, and in 1971, was the Easter Seals Poster Child. VeeAnn graduated from Des Lacs Burlington High School in 1981. She furthered her education by attending the Rapid City National College of Business, where she earned a certificate in Computer Programming and Medical assistance.

On August 10, 1985, she was united in marriage to Steven E. Rice in her parent’s yard in Burlington, ND. They made their home in Rapid City until May 1, 1986, when they lived in Okinawa, where Steven was stationed in the United States Air Force. Upon his discharge, they returned to Minot, where she worked at Dakco Distributing. In 1991, they settled in Bay City, Texas. In 1993, VeeAnn began a career selling Avon, and from 2006 until 2009, she was the owner /operator of Avon Connection, in Bay City.

VeeAnn dedicated her life to being a homemaker for her family and their three wonderful children Keslie, Caylin and Kindal.  She took great pride in all of their activities and their accomplishments.  She was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by all that knew her.

VeeAnn is survived by her husband, Steven, Bay City, TX; children, Keslie (Sandy) Szeinbach, Bay City, TX, Caylin (Fiancée Stephanie) Rice, Conroe, TX, Kindal (special friend Austin) Rice, Bay City, TX; siblings, Diane (Bruce) Johnson, Minot, Cleo (Daryl) Nicolaisen, Max, ND, Darla (Curt) Jost, Burlington, ND, Brenda (ken) Markham, Bismarck, ND and Dennis (Schannan Oen) Steen, Burlington; aunts and uncles, Ruth Marquis, Marilyn Armstrong, Clarice Hance, Elaine Shong, JoAnne (Merle) Kolden, Lorraine Stonecypher, Kathleen Nipko, Glen Steen, Bill (Carol) Steen, and Tom (Patty) Steen; brother and sisters-in-law, Harold T. (Jenny) Rice, Donald V. (Linda) Rice and Kathy (Larry) Wade; and several nieces, nephews.

VeeAnn was preceded in death by her parents; numerous aunts and uncles; her mother and father-in-law; and brothers-in-law, James Rice and William Rice.

There will be no reviewal, however, friends may sign a guest register on Wednesday, August 22, 2018, one hour prior to the service at the church. A Celebration of Life will take place on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Peace Lutheran Church in Burlington, ND.

Graveside Service will take place on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Minot.

Those wishing to sign an online guest register may do so at www.thompsonlarson.com

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to VJR Trust, c/o Darla Jost, 510 Colton Ave, Burlington, ND 58722.

Bay City Tribune, August 22, 2018
 

Joe Edward Richards

Mr. Joe Edward Richards entered Heaven’s gates Thursday night, August 9, 2018 at the age of 94. He was born in Palacios, Texas on August 12, 1923 to the late Roberta and John W. Richards. Joe met the love of his life, Patsy Claybourn and they were married on September 11, 1944 at the First Baptist Church of El Campo. They were married for 67 years.

Joe received his wings from the Army Air Corps on September 8, 1944. On September 17, 1944, Joe received his orders to go to Flight Instructor School at Randolph Field in San Antonio. After graduating from there, he was assigned as a flight instructor in advanced single engine for fighter pilots. Joe was proud of his service during World War II. He was truly one of the “Greatest Generation.”

Joe owned Sunshine Laundry and Dry Cleaners in El Campo for 48 years. Joe was active in many civic organizations in El Campo. Joe was a member of First Baptist Church of El Campo. He was President of the El Campo Jaycees. He served as director of the El Campo Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. He held every office in the El Campo Rotary Club including President.

Joe loved to fish and hunt and loved spending time at his bay house at Jensen Point.

Joe is survived by one sister, Ginger McKay of San Antonio; his children, Sherilyn Perilloux and husband Tom of El Campo, Joe H. Richards and wife Veronica of El Campo and grandchildren, Tom Perilloux Jr. and wife Missy of El Campo, Tia Thompson and her husband Jason of Tega Cay, South Carolina, Patricia “Trish” Portella-Wright of Encinitas, California, Chad Richards and wife Kim of Katy, Texas. Joe had five great-grandchildren, Celeste Portella of Encinitas, California, Colin and Charlie Thompson of Tega Cay, South Carolina and Lucas and Landon Richards of Katy, Texas.
Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Pat; sisters, La Nell Richards, Patsy Sells, Billie Bert Rowe, Bobbie Jean Braden and one brother, John C. Richards.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in El Campo. Bro. Rick DuBroc will officiate. A visitation will be held on Friday, August 17th from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., with the family being present from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Pallbearers are Tom Perilloux Jr., Chad Richards, Lonnie Neel, John Petty, Jack Richards and Eddie Pool Jr.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of El Campo or the Elks Club.

The family gives special thanks to Joe’s caregivers, Dora Reyes, Patricia Limon and Carlotta Morales.

Triska Funeral Home, El Campo, 979-543-3681

Triska Funeral Home
 

Bessie "Nana" McLeod Richardson

Bessie "Nana" McLeod Richardson, daughter of the late Alex and Lois McLeod, was born in Clute, Texas on November 12, 1931. She went to her heavenly home on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the age of 86. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth J. Richardson, her daughter, Joyce Gayle Walker and her great grandson, Logan Redd Carroll. Her beautiful life will forever be cherished in the lives of her daughters Wanda Redd and Patty Wright (Dale); granddaughters Tricia Marks (Andy), Angie Carrol (John), Amy Redd, Marie Wright, Sara Wright and Amanda Meadows (Adam); great grandchildren Ashley Carroll, Ryan and Nick Jenkins, Kyler Wright, Addison and Adam Meadows and Kendall Marks; great-great granddaughters Evelyn Jane and soon to be born Nora Grace. Grand dogs include Hanna, Honey, Pearl, Petey, Daisy, Sadie, Dixie, Max, Molly and rabbit, Bun. Grand Cats are Hazel, Smoosh and Quinn.  Nana made personalized blankets for all of her fur babies. She also gave months of care and shelter for her Hurricane Harvey refugee grand cat, Hazel.

Bessie married Kenneth Joyce Richardson on January 11, 1949. They lived and raised their three daughters in Hasema. They were married 53 years.

Bessie's working career included being a mother, a cafeteria manager and the high school librarian at Van Vleck ISD. Nana loved everyone and everyone loved her. She was the best Mom ever and provided Gayle, Wanda and Patty with everything they needed. She instilled in them Christian values, a strong work ethic and a love for God. As cafeteria manager she always made sure everyone had plenty to eat and even gave extra servings to the kids. She loved ALL the kids at school and cared dearly about them and their lives. Being the VVHS librarian allowed her to continue loving and caring for the kids in Van Vleck.

Three things were important to Bessie: her Faith, her Family and her Friends. She was a wonderful cook, making pound cakes by the hundreds. She enjoyed working in her yard and loved music, especially “Asleep at the Wheel.”  She was an encourager, a prayer warrior and always had a listening ear for anyone that needed her. She was the best hug-giving, blanket-making, card and domino-playing, church-going, kitchen-dancing, FOX News-watching, card-sending person there ever was. Nana was so proud of her family. Her kids, grandkids, great grandkids and her great-great grandkids were her heart and joy. She was interested in everything they did, called them often and prayed for them daily.

She is finally home and at peace with her Lord and Savior and her family and friends who went before her. And so the story goes on until we see our Mom and Nana again. We love and miss you, Mom. 10,000

Visitation will be at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas on Tuesday, October 16 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, October 17 at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church in Bay City, Texas. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home                   Photos courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Martin Hernandez Rios
September 12, 1944 - September 16, 2018

Martin Hernandez Rios, 74, passed away peacefully at home on Sept 16, 2018 in Palacios Tx. He is survived by his wife Irma Rios and their three children Jesus G. Rios, Oziel Rios(Sandra), and Deyanira Sanchez(Juan), 10 grandchildren Jesus Jr, Christopher, Jonathan, Brianna, Oziel Jr., Cassandra, Sebastian, Iris, Anthony, Aaron and 2 great grandchildren Isabella and Oziel Rios III.

The family will receive friends and relatives 4:00-8:00pm Thursday, September 20 at Palacios Funeral Home. Services are 2:00pm Friday, September 21, 2018 at the funeral home with Gabriel Cortez officiating. Interment will follow at Palacios Cemetery.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

David A. Rivera
(March 8, 1982 - March 13, 2018)

David A. Rivera, 36, of Bay City, Texas passed away on March 13, 2018 at Jeannie Sealy Hospital in Galveston, Texas. David was born on March 8, 1982 in Waukegan, Illinois to Delia Lara-Carrillo. David was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. He always lived his life to the fullest and was always there for everyone, no matter who you were. He loved all and was loved by all whom had the pleasure of meeting David. He was an avid sports fan and was a huge wrestling fan. He also had a strong love for his faith and the Lord.

David is preceded in death by his grandparents Porfirio (Pilo) Lara and Maria (Chica) Lara. He is survived by his mother Delia Lara-Carrillo and Step-Father Nicholas Carrillo Jr.; Brothers Noel Lee Muniz, Michael Anthony Rivera, and Alexis Rivera: loving nephews, niece, aunts, uncles, relatives and countless friends.

The family will receive friends and relatives 4pm until 6pm followed by a rosary service from 6pm to 7pm at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas on Sunday, March 18, 2018. Funeral mass will be 10am Monday, March 19, 2018, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City, Texas with Monsignor Gerry Cernoch officiating. Interment will follow at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery in Blessing, Texas.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Ronnie Dan Roberson Sr.

Funeral services for the Rev. Ronnie Dan Roberson Sr., 62, of Bay City, Texas will be held Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at the Evergreen Baptist Church, 635 Highland Park, Clute, Texas 77531; with cremation following.

Visitation will be held from Wednesday, March 14, 2018 from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in Bay City.

Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas; 979-245-5197.

Bay City Tribune, March 14, 2018
 

Guadalupe Llanes Rocha
June 26, 1927 - October 26, 2018

Guadalupe Llanes Rocha, 91, of Palacios passed away October 26, 2018. She was born June 26, 1927 in Cuero, TX to the late Alvino Llanes and Juanita Gonzales Llanes.

She was a homemaker and worked in the seafood industry. She was a longtime member of the Palacios VFW Ladies Auxiliary .

She was preceded in death by her husband Joaquin Rocha, daughter Virginia Bellah and son Martin Rocha, Sr.

Survivors include daughters Louisa Rocha of Palacios and Suzanne Rocha Salinas of El Campo; sons Jesus Rodriguez of Palacios and John Rodriguez of California; 28 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 5PM until 7PM Monday, October 29, 2018 with rosary recitation at 6:30 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Interment will follow at the Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Fernando Loredo, Alvin Torres, David Salinas, Jr., Joseph Tilotta, Albert Salinas, Jr. and Ricky Torres.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Donna M. Rodriguez
(December 4, 1964 - March 16, 2018)

Donna M. Rodriquez, 53, of Bay City passed away March 16, 2018. She was born December 4, 1964 in Bay City to David Wilhite and Manuelita Arrillano.

She was preceded in death by her father David Wilhite, son Geoffrey Lynn Ruddick, brothers Tony Wilhite and Ellis Arrillano and granddaughter Haleigh Longoria.

Survivors include her mother Manuelita Garza of Bay City, daughter Tiffany Longoria (Santiago) of Blessing; son Gregory Allen Ruddick (Deborah) of Georgia; sisters Maria Wilhite, Carmen Wilhite, Diana Wilhite, Angie Wilhite, honorary sisters Toddie Garcia and Frankie Trevino; brother David Wilhite; grandchildren Gregory Ruddick, Jr., Breanna Ruddick, Jacob Ruddick, Caden Ruddick, Seth Ruddick, Nicholas Ruddick, Geoffrey Ruddick, Jr., Madison Ruddick and Hannah Longoria and great-grandchildren Giovanni Ruddick, Giulian Ruddick and Roman Lara.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5PM until 7PM Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral Service will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at the First Pentecostal Church with Dr. Marvin J.Moore officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Santiago Longoria, Elias Trevino, Ernie Garcia, Raymond Gonzales, Eric Galvez and T. J. Trevino.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home            Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Mary M Rodriguez
November 09, 1934 - October 10, 2018

Mary M. Rodriguez, 83, of Palacios, TX, passed away October 10, 2018.  Born on November 9, 1934, she was a full-time wife of 63-years, mother, grandmother, aunt, daughter, sister, cousin, and friend to anyone that knew her.  She saw five generations of life.  She enjoyed traveling, which consisted of taking a ride into town, loved her family, grandchildren and snow cones.  She enjoyed walking around the Bay, never met a stranger, never took life too serious, was always smiling and so much fun to be around.  She had the most giving heart and would do anything for those she loved.  She loved to cook for anyone that would come over to visit.  Sitting down to talk and having a cup of coffee with her after eating her apple pies, pumpkin pies, pecan pies, German chocolate cake, or anything else she baked was a perfect day for her.  She will be missed dearly.

Mary is survived by her daughters, Lucy Groves, Sylvia and husband, Forrest Dick, Norma Galvez, Liz and husband Pat Heintz, and Patricia (Pat) Rodriguez; son Johnny L. Rodriguez; seventeen grandchildren; twenty-nine great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter, along with many nieces and nephews, whom are all loved. She is preceded in death by her husband, John H. Rodriguez; her two daughters Rosa Linda Bay and Diana Lynn McRae, and her parents.

Visitation will be held 5:00-7:00 p.m. Sunday, October 14 with a 6:00 p.m. Prayer Service, at Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 15^, 2018 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.  Interment will follow in Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers are Johnny Rodriguez, Joseph Villarreal, David Groves, Jordan Finnie, Eric Galvez, Tony Galvez, and Robert Jones.

Palacios Beacon, October 17, 2018
 

Mary Jane “Corky” Roe
August 14, 1948 - September 3, 2018

Mary Jane “Corky” Roe, of Bay City was called home to our Lord on Monday, September 3, 2018, after bravely battling cancer.

Born August 14, 1948 to Raymond and Anne Toman.  Corky was a humorous, generous and caring individual who touched the lives of all who knew her.

She was a graduate of Ganado High School and attended Wharton County Junior College, where she met her future husband.  She married Paul R. Roe in 1970 and raised three loving children.  She helped run the family business for several years.  She was dedicated to her children in all aspects of their lives.  She coached youth soccer, was involved in the Matagorda County Youth Fair and supported Holy Cross School activities.  

She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Anne Toman, and daughter Kelsey Roe.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Paul; son Jody and Melea Roe of Needville; daughter Lesley Roe of Magnolia and son Tully Roe of Magnolia. Grandchildren, Carly Simpson, Clara Roe, Rylan Roe and Emory Roe.  Sisters and brother, AnnRay Dittrich, Raymond “Bubba” Toman, Sister Laura  “Jody” Toman, Patricia “Paddy” Toman and Shirley Foster.  Several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

The rosary will be held at 6 pm Thursday, September 6 at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be at 2 pm on Friday, September 7 at the Holy Cross Church.

To honor Corky please feel free to wear Red, as this was her favorite color.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or The American Cancer Society

Bay City Tribune, September 5, 2018
 

Joseph “Joe” Lee Rorie
May 22, 1950 - June 10, 2018

Joseph “Joe” Lee Rorie, of Bay City, TX passed away, June 10, 2018. He was born in Rienzi, MS to Ira and Pearl (Robbins) Rorie on May 22, 1950.

Joe traveled extensively while working as an industrial paint supervisor for numerous companies in the U. S. and other countries. He enjoyed tending to his beautiful flower gardens, as well as barbecuing for family gatherings. His grandkids were his pride and joy and he loved spending time with them every chance he could.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents; and  brothers, John Rorie and Ernest Rorie.

He will be greatly missed, especially by his wife, Laura Landrum Rorie, who was the love of his life. Joe is also survived by his son, Jason Rorie of Houston, TX; daughters,  Kacey Rorie, of Burnsville, MS, Lacey (Casey) Lanier of Booneville, MS, and Susan (Jack) Groce of Wharton, TX;  sisters, Martha Holland of TN and Brenda (Charlie) Castile of Burnsville, MS; brother,  Doyle (Mary Ann) Rorie of Burnsville, MS; sister-in-law, Joyce Rorie of Burnsville, MS;  brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Marc and Carole Landrum of Rosenberg, TX; grandchildren, Jack, Jr. (Kary) Groce of Wharton, TX, Brian (Carrie) Groce of Rosenberg, TX, Halle (Swayze) Yancey of Austin, TX,  Hannah Groce of Wharton, TX,

Rebekah (Daniel) Pflughaupt of Wharton, TX,  Mason and Maddie Rorie of Houston, TX; great-grandchildren, Zoe Groce of Rosenberg, TX,

and Luke Groce of Wharton, TX; and many nieces and nephews.

 Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, June 23, 2018 at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City, TX.

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

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

Bay City Tribune, June 20, 2018          Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Laura Lee Rorie
September 11, 1942 - August 2, 2018

Laura Lee Rorie, of Bay City, TX passed away August 2, 2018, at the age of 75. She was born in McAllen, TX to Leo “Fritz” and Leah (Brown) Landrum on September 11, 1942.

She attended Bay City High School, Wharton County Junior College, and graduated Phi Theta Kappa from Zorn Business College. She worked as the County Judge’s secretary in Matagorda County for twenty-one plus years.

Laura enjoyed reading, the challenge of working crosswords, and playing card games. Her home was always open to friends and family and she loved a house full of love and laughter, especially gatherings with her grandchildren whom she loved passionately and generously. Laura will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her daughter, Susan Groce and husband Jack of Wharton, TX; her brother, Marc Landrum and wife Carole of Rosenberg, TX; nephew, Keenan Landrum of Rosenberg TX; along with her grandchildren, Jackie (Kary) Groce of Wharton, TX, Brian (Carrie) Groce of Rosenberg, TX, Halle (Swayze) Yancey of Austin, TX, Hannah Groce of Wharton, TX and Rebekah Pflughaupt (Daniel) of Wharton, TX; and four great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Rorie; and parents, Fritz and Leah Landrum.

A celebration of her life will be held Sunday August 12, 2018 at 2 p.m. at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, TX.

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

Bay City Tribune, August 8, 2018
 

Billie McKinney Rupe
September 12, 1923 - August 31, 2017

Billie McKinney Rupe, 93, of Boling, passed away August 31, 2017, in a Richmond hospital following a brief illness. Billie was born on September 12, 1923 in Canton, TX, the daughter of the late Charlie Lee and Linnie Aurora McKinney.

Billie was raised in Willis Point and attended school there. She married James E. Rupe, Jr. in January 1945 and they lived in the Boling area until his passing on August 6, 2014.Billie enjoyed going to the movies, going out to eat at the Jay Café and Los Cucos and shopping. She also enjoyed her flowers and gardening. Billie loved spending time with her family. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Billie Lynn Dean.

She is survived by her son, Michael Rupe and wife, Linda of Beeville, grandchildren, Stephanie Didear and husband, Shawn, Stacey Salazar, Jason Rupe and wife, Vanessa, Kristi Cortez and husband, Joe, Christy Pearsall and husband, Jeff and Joshua Pospisil, great grandchildren, Kelsey, Kory, Crystal, Katy, Lauren, Danielle, Gabby, Ryan, Annabel, Cody and Ashleigh, Jordan and Averie, great great grandchildren, Aiden and Braelyn.

Visitation will be held at Wharton Funeral Home on Thursday evening, September 7, 2017 from 5:30 pm till 8 pm. Graveside services will be held on Friday at 12 noon at Roselawn Cemetery in Van Vleck with Mickey Reynolds officiating.

Funeral services under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at www. whartonfuneralhome.com.

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