Matagorda County Obituaries
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Armando D. "Mando" Tabares
April 22, 1960 - April 05, 2021
Armando “Mando” Tabares, 60, of Van Vleck was born in Brownsville, TX on April 22, 1960 to Alberto & Paula (Davila) Tabares.
Mando was a man of many titles, including beloved husband, dad, son, brother, “welo”, brother-in-law, father-in-law, uncle, and friend of many. After a courageous battle with COVID-19, Mando left his earthly body on April 5, 2021 to walk in heaven with the Lord. If you were listening closely at just the right moment, you may have heard the tell-tale “slap” of his chanclas as he walked through heaven’s gates.
Mando loved life, never met a stranger, and will long be remembered for his quick wit, bright smile, infectious laugh, and endless jokes (most of which were usually inappropriate).
The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to Mando, and he loved spending time with his family and friends. He took great pride in the 42 years that he spent hauling loads across the country in his 18-wheeler, but his most proud achievement in life was marrying the love of his life, Dorene, and raising their 4 sons, Mando Jr, Ernie, Robert, and Charlie.
Mando spent countless hours coaching his sons’ various sports teams when they were young, and could always be found cheering them on from the sidelines as they grew older. As a father of 4 boys, Mando loved coaching and watching all sports, and he became somewhat of a “surrogate” father to many of his sons’ friends & teammates. Mando touched many lives and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Mando was preceded in death by his mother, Paula Davila Tabares.
He is survived by his father, Alberto Tabares; his best friend and wife of 41 years, Dorene; sons Armando “Mando” Tabares Jr (Sarah), Manuel “Ernie” Tabares (Samantha), Robert Tabares (Elizabeth), and Charles “Charlie” Tabares; sisters Mary Alcala (Luis) & Aida Libby (Daniel); brothers Alberto “Albert” Tabares, Arnulfo “Arnold” Tabares, & Alejandro “Alex” Tabares (Tommie); grandchildren Cassidy, Krislyn, Keara, Jasmine, Faith, Jacob, Layton, Josiah, Leila, Tobey, Camryn, Jordyn, Taylor, Bodhi, & Rowdy; as well as numerous in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, and many other family members.
Services will be held at The Power Church in Bay City (3920 Doris Street) on Monday, April 12, 2021, with visitation from 9:00-10:00 AM. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM with Pastor Frank Paz officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Pallbearers will be Mando Tabares Jr., Ernie Tabares, Robert Tabares, Charlie Tabares, Alex Tabares Jr., and Josh Cervantes. Honorary pallbearers will be Alex Tabares, Arnold Tabares, Albert Tabares, Adam Dickerson, Dillon Hadash, Jonathan Woods, Earnest Pena, and Tobey Yates.
The family would like to extend a special heartfelt thank you to all of the doctors, nurses, and every single staff member who had any part in providing care to Mando while he was admitted at The Sugar Land Methodist Brazos ICU. We are eternally grateful for the loving care & concern that you all extended to both Mando and his family during this most difficult time.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Mary Louise Wells Tanner
Friday, September 7th, 1934 - Friday, September 24th, 2021
Mary Louise Wells Fitzpatrick Tanner, 87, of Waco, Texas went to be with
her Lord and Savior on September 24, 2021.
Mary was born September 7, 1934 in Bay City, Texas to Gerald Franklin
Wells, Sr. and Mamie Franzen Wells of Collegeport, Texas.
Mary graduated from Palacios High School, then built her career working
for Deveraux in Victoria and the VA Hospital in Marlin. Mary enjoyed
buying and selling antiques and collectibles. Mary loved to read and
collect many books. After retiring, Mary volunteered for Meals on Wheels
in Waco, Texas.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, Howard Eugene
Fitzpatrick (1968) of Victoria, Texas, Bill Tanner (1996) of Waco, Texas
and her brother Gerald (Bub) Wells, Jr. and sister-in-law Bettye Wells
of Columbus, Texas.
Mary is survived by her sons, Stephen (Debbie) Fitzpatrick of Houston,
Texas; Alan (Sissy) Fitzpatrick of La Ward, Texas and sister Lynda
(Buddy) Lenz of Collegeport, Texas and also Kathy Gilbert of Victoria,
Texas. Grandchildren Alan Jr, Eric, Erin and Katie Fitzpatrick of
Victoria, Texas and Jason Fitzpatrick of Houston, Texas. Numerous
cousins, nieces and nephews
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 from 6:00 p.m.
– 8:00 p.m. at Grace Memorial Chapel, 8819 US Hwy 87 North, Victoria,
TX. Graveside service will be held at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 8919 US
Hwy 87 North, Victoria, TX on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart
Association, American Cancer Society, or the First Presbyterian Church
of Collegeport.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
It is with great sadness that the family of Renee Kathleen Hearn Tarris, 45, announces her death on August 26, 2020. A native of Bay City, Texas, she was preceded in death by her parents, Lee E. Hearn and Darlene Surber Hearn.
Remembering her with love are her sons, Colton Lee Hearn and Gaige Marton Tarris of Greensburg, PA; and her sister, Nicole Hearn Davis of Holly Springs, NC.
The family will hold a service of remembrance at a later date.
Bay City Tribune, September 13, 2020
Laura Elizabeth
Trull Shiflett Tate
Laura Elizabeth Trull
Shiflett Tate was born to Bruce Winfred (B .W.) and Florence
Margaret Roberson Trull on January 29, 1927, in Midfield, TX.,
and grew up in Palacios. She died November 17, 2021. Known as
Lolly growing up and well into adulthood, she was little sister
to Jean, Bob, Carl and Gladys who were major influences in her
life. Following in her siblings' footsteps, she attended the
University of Texas, graduating in 1947 She later received her
master's degree in counseling from Catholic University in
Washington D.C., and continued her education, official and
unofficial, throughout her life.
First and foremost, she was a committed and faithful Christian
and a woman who loved her family. She married Billy Bob Shiflett
in 1947 and was his devoted wife until his death. They traveled
to Chicago where Bill earned a Master of Divinity degree from
McCormick Seminary. She worked closely with Bill as he pastored
churches in Texas and for the year they served as missionaries
in Venezuela. Over the years, they became involved in ministry
in the Washington DC area, rural Virginia, Australia—and
Wharton, TX. Laura was a leader of Bible studies and women's
groups wherever she lived.
In the 1960's, when Laura and Bill decided to adopt a daughter, as part of living their faith they chose an older child—age 8—, because adoptive parents are hard to find for older children, and were blessed by that decision. In her 80's, Laura was charged with welcoming new folks to her senior living residence and in that role met all the new people. One new fellow caught her eye and she invited him to her Bible Study group. Love blossomed, and Laura (85) and Nahum Tate (89) married in 2012. Their shared joy over the next five years was a delight to all who knew them. When Laura was 14, her beloved brother Carl Roberson Trull died of complications of TB. Also preceding her in death were her parents; husbands Bill Shiflett and Nahum Tate; son Robert Carl Shiflett; and siblings Jean T. Herlin, Gladys T. Brooking and Robert Bruce (R.B.) Trull. She is survived by her daughter Debra Elaine Beaty, son James Trull Shiflett, six grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, stepdaughter Junifer Tate Smith and numerous nieces and nephews. For the last decade of her life, Laura was blessed with the friendship of Rosemary Williams, her church family and her devoted caregiver and friend Ramona Lamas.
Memorials may be directed to Palacios Area Historical Assn., 401 Commerce St. Palacios, TX. 77465
Palacios Beacon,
January 19, 2022
Caryn Elizabeth
Crawford Taylor
Caryn Elizabeth Crawford Taylor was born April 8, 1958 in Wharton and she passed away on June 9,2020 at the age of 62 after a 10 year battle with Alzheimer's.
Caryn spent her growing up years in Palacios, Texas and Galveston, Texas. She had a vivacious and fun loving personality. In high school, she was a cheerleader and spent her summers on the ski team at Sea Arama. In 1976, Caryn graduated from Ball High School in Galveston, and then completed her RN degree from Galveston Junior College in 1978. She later completed her bachelor's degree from California State in 1989. She began her career at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. The years as a neonatal nurse were her favorite, where she worked compassionately to give life to premature babies. She ended her career in labor delivery, bringing new life into the world, an area she dearly loved. Not only did she care for the sick, but she had another side that that not everyone knew about - her passion and talent for art in all of its forms. She painted, created and brought beauty to all her surroundings. Her adventurous spirit led her all over the world. She and her husband Rich traveled, extensively by land, sea and air, sailing the Bahamas and Caribbean as well as hiking, skiing and kayaking in the Carolinas, Colorado, Costa Rica and Europe.
Caryn is survived by her husband Rich Taylor and his three sons Andy, Rob and Steve, her mother, Catherine Casey and her husband Wil, her sister, Lacy Byerly, husband John and their sons Stephen and Michael, and her brother, Scott Crawford, his wife Dawn and their sons Kyle and Keith.
A private service celebrating her life will be held this month.
Palacios Beacon, 7, 2020
Clemission Tellison, 80, of Bay City Texas passed away on January 12, 2021 in Stafford, Texas.
Private family services and disposition will be held at a later date.
Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas; 979-245-5197.
Bay City Tribune, January 20, 2021
James Wesley Teutsch
September 9, 1959 - June 14, 2022
James Wesley Teutsch, 61, of Bay City, Texas passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 13, 2022 in his home. James was born on September 9, 1959 to Charles Wesley Teutsch and Alma Louise Fikes Teutsch.
James was a lifelong resident of Bay City area and graduated from Bay City High School in 1978. He was a bull rider for many years and traveled rodeo to rodeo. James was a very hard working man. He worked for Union Millwright Local 2232 out of Pasadena, Texas; traveling many miles and many states working the trade. He retired after 23 years of service. He then took over The Station, former Teutsch’s Texaco, bought by his father in 1955 and continued to honor his father’s memory by keeping this lube shop alive alongside his son, Taylor, until 2021. Most of his family and friends will remember him with a Budweiser in his hand. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
James is preceded in death by his father, and sister, Tracey Dale Teutsch. Those left behind to cherish his memory are his mother, Alma Louise Teutsch; son, Taylor Teutsch and his wife Brenna; son, Tex Teutsch; and their mother, Beverly Teutsch; five grandchildren Rhylie, Kase, Braddox, Bristol, and Brex; sister, LouAnn Teutsch; and uncle, James R. Teutsch; and many lifelong friends.
A visitation will be held Monday, June 20, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., with funeral service to begin at 2:00 p.m., at First United Methodist Church, in Bay City. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home & Bay City Tribune, June 19, 2022
James Allen Thaden
May 15, 1936 - September 15, 2021
James Allen Thaden, 85, of Bay City, was born on May 15, 1936 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Ude Thaden & Katherine Harmsen Thaden, he passed away on September 15, 2021.
His hobbies were hunting, fishing, gardening, and craftsmanship. He had a great sense of humor and loved to tell hunting/fishing tales. He was a great Papa to all of his grandkids.
James was preceded in death by his parents; son Bobby J. Nelon; sister Betty Beken, and brother John Thaden. He is survived by his wife Marsha Thaden; daughter Jeanne G. Thomas and husband Bruce; his son James L. Thaden; his sister Mary Lou Coker; grandchildren Danielle Ashcraft and husband Taylor, Samantha Thomas, Megan Thomas, Bobby Nelon and wife Tacha, Brandon Thaden, Johnny Nelon and wife Norma; his great-grandchildren James Nelon, Scarlett Nelon, Jocelyn Nelon, Johnny Nelon, Baylenn Thaden, and FrancesAshcraft.
Visitation will be 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Saturday September 25, 2021 at Taylor Bros Funeral Home.
Taylor Bros Funeral Home
Callie Ross Thigpen
Mrs. Nath. Thigpen Dies
Mrs. Nathan Thigpen, aged about 73 years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lizzie Weaver of Markham, Tuesday morning at 6:00 o’clock after a continued illness of over a year. The direct cause of her death was a second stroke of paralysis from which she never rallied.
The remains were laid to rest in Bay City cemetery Wednesday afternoon, a Baptist minister of that city performing the last sad rites.
Mrs. Thigpen’s maiden name was Miss Callie Ross. She was a native of DeWitt county. After her marriage to Nathan Thigpen they moved to the southern part of Lavaca county where they lived many years, highly respected by all who knew them. About 10 years ago they moved to Markham where her husband died two years ago, since which time she has made her home with her children.
Deceased is survived by two sons, Tom Thigpen of Ezzell, Leo Thigpen of California, and five daughters, Mrs. Bernard Hermes of Kerrville, Mrs. Lee Garner of El Campo, Mrs. D. Wallace of Eagle Lake, Mrs. Lizzie Weaver of Markham and Mrs. Marvin Nicholson of Provident City.—Hallettsville New Era.
The Daily Tribune, March 24, 1928
Angelica Thomas
February 18, 1995 ~ January 6, 2022
Angelica Thomas, 26, of Bay City, Texas passed away on January 6, 2022. Angelica was born February 18, 1995 in Bay City, Texas to Michelle Thomas and Mal'Kelton Ford. She was preceded in death by her
Grandfather Bishop Thomas. Angelica is survived by her Mother: Michelle Thomas, Father: Mal'Kelton Ford (Sophie). Her Siblings: Jasmine Richardson, Darious Richardson, Maya Richardson (Nova),
Jermesha Thomas, Nidre Austin, Jermaine Ford JR, Justice Ford, Jerlajha Ford. A special sister/best friend Jacquese Gaskin. She had three children Kiyan, Khalil, and Karter Wilcox
God Parents Byron Gaskin and Kanecia Gaskin.
Bay City Tribune, January 12, 2022
Charles Leslie Thomas
“Scoby” “C. L.”
April 4, 1928 ~ April 19, 2021
Funeral Services for Charles Leslie Thomas, 93, of Cedar Lane, Texas will be Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at 11 a.m. at New Fellowship Tabernacle Church, 600 Matthews Street, Bay City, Texas with Pastor K. W. Bree Sr. officiating and Pastor Thomas Bree Jr. eulogizing. Burial will follow at Bell Bottom Cemetery in Bell Bottom.
He passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021 in Houston, Texas.
He owned his own grass farming business and enjoyed farming. He was a member and Trustee at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church. He was an Astros and Dallas Cowboy fan. His greatest joy was spending time with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife, Cleopatra Thomas in which May 3rd would have made 68 years; sons, Charles Ray Thomas (Colette) and Rondray Brown (Tracy); daughters, Ola Mae Fisher (Howard), Rosalind Petteway Waddy (Raymond), Catherine Simple Garrett (Victor Muhammed), Cleoester Armstrong (Rocky); good friend, Johnnie Mae Thomas; 28 grandchildren; 51 great grandchildren; 17 great great grandchildren; and a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.
Active pallbearers will be Tauron Thomas, Derrick Petteway, Gary Woodard Sr., Kevin Roberson, Leslie Glass-Thomas, Anthony Mathews, Edward Simple, Elijah Barefield III and Sylvester Simple II.
Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Ray Thomas, Hosae Brown, Rondray Brown, Jerome Brown, Roy Brown and Deacons and Trustees of St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church.
Visitation will be Tuesday, April 27, 2021 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Dixon Funeral Home in Brazoria.
Due to the COVID-19 Virus, everyone must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
Please visit our website to leave online condolences, light a candle and send floral arrangements or gifts to the family at www.dixonfuneralhome.com.
Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria, Texas at (979) 798-9113.
Bay City Tribune,
April 25, 2021
Johnnie Mae Austin Thomas
April 20, 1926 ~ January 24, 2022
Funeral services for Johnnie Mae Thomas, 95, of Bell Bottom will be Monday, January 31, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, 2004 CR 162, Bay City, Texas with Pastor T.W. Bree, Jr., eulogist and Pastor K.W. Bree, officiant. Burial will follow at Bell Bottom Community Cemetery in Bell Bottom, Texas.
She passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022 at her residence.
She enjoyed gardening and cooking.
She leaves to cherish her loving memories; daughter, Patricia Thomas-Bloodworth, Leavenworth, Kansas; granddaughter, Geneva Hudson, Leavenworth, Kansas; great granddaughter, Layla Noel Bloodworth-Platts, Leavenworth, Kansas; sisters-in-law, Bonnie Austin, Pflugerville and Cleopatra Thomas, Cedar Lake; other relatives and friends.
Active pallbearers will be Clarence Holmes, Jr., Charles R. Thomas, Donald R. Thomas, Wayne Thomas, Charles L. Thomas and Eric Thomas.
Visitation will be the same day of service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Due to the COVID-19 Virus, everyone must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria at (979) 798-9113.
Dixon Funeral Home
Billy Wayne Thompson
May 06, 1959 - March 08, 2021
Billy Wayne Thompson, 61, of Bay City passed away March 8, 2021. He was born May 6, 1959 to Billy Joe Thompson and Brenda Darlene Blaylock Thompson.
He was a Welder by trade but had many talents. Loved the outdoors, grew up hunting and fishing. And the fishing stories or his adventures he would tell, would make you laugh. This is not a Goodbye but a See ya later!
He is survived by his wife: Karen Kay Huebner Thompson; his parents: Billy Joe and Brenda Thompson; daughters: Jamie Thompson and Taylor Thompson; son: Jason Thompson; sisters: Tina Hernandez (Charlie) and Diana Essex (Rick); brother: Weldon Ray Thompson and grandchildren: Jaziaha Williams, Keyon Thomas, Keaston Williams, Kenzley Williams, Kashton Williams, and Tayton Thompson.
Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck with Chris Webber officiating. Pallbearers will be Weldon Thompson, Joshua Coombs, Charles Coombs IV, and Michael McClure. The cremated remains of Billy’s best sidekick and “Furkid” Jake will be laid to rest with him.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Craig Alan Thompson
June 26, 1979 - July 06, 2021
Craig Alan Thompson, 42, of Rosenberg passed away July 6, 2021 at his home following complications from brain surgery on June 14, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his father, Terry Alan Thompson and grandparents Wilburn Ralph Thompson, Louise Baker Davis Callaway and Benjamin Carl Davis.
Survivors include his mother and step-father Janna Davis Johnson and Steve Johnson; brother Lee Thompson; sister Laura Beth McCaskill (Jeff); step-brothers Scott Johnson (Elizabeth) and James Johnson (Lindsey); his former wife Pamela Hassell Thompson; daughter Camryn Thompson; son Chance Thompson; step-daughter Paitan Hassell; grandmother Elizabeth Ann Correll and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will begin at 3:00 PM Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 4:00 PM with his longtime friend Craig Whatley officiating.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Gladys Thomas
February 9, 1951 – January 18, 2022
Funeral services for Gladys Thomas, 70 of Cedar Lake, Texas will be held January 29, 2022, 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church Brazoria, Texas. For those individuals who wish to view the remains, a walk-through viewing will be conducted from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. January 28, 2022, at Lakeside Memorial Chapel 3318 Ave D Bay City, Texas.
Gladys leaves to cherish her precious memories Andrew Thomas Sr. of Cedar Lake TX, Daughters Shamarlyn Bernard of Cedar Lake TX, Cassandra (John) Higgins of Sweeny, TX and Latasha Thomas of Pearland, TX, sons; Roy Thomas and Paul (Holly) of Cedar Lake TX. Five Siblings; Clifford Bernard Jr, Charles Bernard, And Jerry Bernard all of Cedar Lake, TX, Matthew (Rosalyn) Bernard, Sr of Missouri City, TX, and June (David) Babineaux of Denver, Colorado. God Daughter, Lawren Daily of Cedar Lane, TX and special daughter Teena Spradley of Bay City, TX, 27 grandchildren,7 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.lakesidemfh.com Final arrangements have been entrusted to Lakeside Memorial Funeral Home, 703 N. Brooks St. Brazoria, Texas 77422. 979-798-5253
Bay City Tribune, January 26, 2022
Shirley Ann Thompson
December 04, 1950 - June 29, 2021
Shirley Ann Thompson, 70, of Bay City passed away June 29, 2021. She was born December 4, 1950 in Wharton, Texas.
She retired from Jackson Electric. She loved the outdoors. She enjoyed hunting and fishing anytime she got a chance, and tending to her horses which she loved.
Shirley is preceded in death by her father Wilburn Ralph Thompson, Sr., her step-mother Bobbie Green Thompson and brother Terry A. Thompson. She is survived by her mother Elizabeth Ann Sedlock Correll; sister Vicky Stone (Mike); brothers Shorty Thompson and Robert Thompson (Kim); nephews and nieces Brian Stone (Jenna), Misty Stone, Allison Sewell (Jason), Ashley Thompson, Lee Thompson, Craig Thompson, Beth McCaskill (Jeff), Heath Thompson, Emily Thompson and Will Thompson, numerous great-nephews and nieces, extended family and friends and her longtime best friend Audrey Lovett.
Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM with Matt Springfield officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Brian Stone, Lee Thompson, Will Thompson, Alan “Spot” Hinton, Mason Ledwig and Jason Sewell. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. George Hanna and Dr. Alan Barker.
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
Timothy “Tim” Earl Thompson
May 6, 1958 - June 22, 2021
Timothy “Tim” Earl Thompson, 63, of Bay City, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. He was a true gentleman and will best be remembered for the quality of his character.
Tim was born on May 6, 1958 to Weldon E Thompson and Jo An Bean. He joined the Army and Navy. In 1999 he met his best friend and his love of his life, Judi, marrying in 2004. From his previous marriage he raised three children. Tim was employed by Testengeer Engineering Inc. 1999 and worked for G & W Engineers before his lengthy illness. He spent his leisure time doing BBQ cookoffs and loved to travel on family vacations. Tim’s kids and grandkids were his pride and joy.
Tim will be greatly missed by his wife, Judith Ann Grote, of 17 years, whom he loved deeply. His survivors also include his father, EC “Carew” Bean Jr and Annie Laura; children, Michael Thompson (Heather) of New Braunfels, Tiffany Medron (Rafael) of Chicago, IL, Christine Thompson (Finance Thomas Bishop) of Humble; grandchildren, Hailey Thompson, Kailynn Thompson, Kennedy Thompson, Mackenzie Thompson, Joanna Gutierrez, Cullen Bynum, Tommy Bishop, Wesley Bishop and Witold Medron; and brother-in-law, Chris (Jennifer) Grote.
Tim is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Michael Thompson; father-in-law, Kenneth Grote; mother-in-law, Catherine Grote.
Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Fat Grass Restaurant in Bay City, Texas from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Houston Hospice, 1905 Holcombe, Houston, Texas 77030 or American Kidney Association.
Bay City Tribune, June 27, 2021
Markham—Karmark Thonsgard, 87, of Markham and formerly of El Campo, died Thursday, June 11, 1998.
He was born March 11, 1911, in Plainview Community, Wharton County, to the late Antone and Anna Fretheim Thonsgaard. He was a meat cutter for Lower Colorado River Authority and was a Lutheran.
Survivors: daughters, Jean Schoeneberg of Louise and Linda Turner of Markham; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by: wife, Wilhelmena Scibba Thonsgard; sisters, Mable Taylor, Ida Carlsen and Nellie Nelson; and brothers, Palmer Thonsgaard and Alfred Thonsgaard.
Visitation will begin at noon today with family visitation from 6 to 9 p. m. at Wheeler Funeral Home chapel.
Services will be 2 p. m. Saturday at Christ Lutheran Church, the Rev. Art Weiss officiating.
Burial will be at Swedish Lutheran Cemetery. Wheeler Funeral Home, El Campo, (409) 543-3512.
Pallbearers: David Thonsgaard, Emil Carlsen Jr., Donny Carlsen, Monty Kramer, Dale Thonsgaard and Durwin Thonsgaard.
Honorary pallbearers: LCRA employees.
Memorials: Christ Lutheran Church in El Campo or Markham Methodist Church.
Victoria Advocate, June 12 & 13, 1998
Wilhelmina Thonsgard
June 24, 1919 – December 7, 1988
El Campo—Funeral services for Wilhelmina Thonsgard, 69, of El Campo, will be held at 11 a. m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church in El Campo with the Rev. John Willmann officiating.
Burial will follow in Lutheran Cemetery under the direction of Wheeler Funeral Home.
Mrs. Thonsgard died Wednesday at her residence after a brief illness.
Pallbearers will be Tod Morris, Lane Schoeneberg, A. B. Bosak, Allen Smith, Lloyd Nelson and Emil Carlsen Jr.
Victoria Advocate, December 9, 1988
Jahvion Dominic Lee Thrift
January 2, 2003 – January 23, 2021
Funeral services for Jahvion Dominic Lee Thrift, 18, of Fresno, Texas, will be held on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the Bay City Sport Complex in Bay City, Texas.
For those individuals who wish to view the remains, a walk-through viewing will be on Saturday, January 30, 2021 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Lakeside Memorial Chapel, 3318 Avenue D, Bay City, Texas. Condolences may be shared with the family on-line at lakesidemfh@gmail.com
Final arrangements have been entrusted to Lakeside Memorial Funeral Home, 703 N. Brooks St., Brazoria, Texas 77422; 979-798-5253.
Bay City Tribune, January 31, 2021
Wanda Julane Thumann
August 8, 1927 - May 9, 2021
Wanda Julane Thumann, 93, went to be with her Lord
and Savior May 9, 2021 in El Campo, Texas .
She was born August 8, 1927, the youngest daughter of Lonzo H & Nora
Lacy Baird Johnson in San Gabriel, Milam County Texas.
In 1945 Julane married Donald Ray Ferguson and their life began in El
Campo. In 1959 Julane and Donald moved to Bay City , Tx where Donald and
his father Alvin opened Ferguson Radiator. In 1960 the couple adopted a
baby boy Shawn.
Julane was a homemaker, the family business book keeper and a wonderful
loving mother and grandmother. She loved bowling, cooking , fishing and
being in the outdoors.
Donald passed away in 1990 and in 1992, Julane married Carl Thumann and
her life of adventure continued, traveling, hunting and fishing . Carl
passed in 2000.
She moved to El Campo in late 2000 to be closer to her son and grandson
Westin.
Julane was a resident of Garden Villa nursing home, El Campo since 2014
where she made many friends and enjoyed her time playing bingo, dominos
and cards.
She is proceed in death by her parents, brothers, Robert Ray Johnson,
Lonzo H Johnson Jr, Woodrow Johnson and sisters, Honna Fay Hill, Agusta
Zarfas and Louise Curlee.
Julane is survived by her son Donald Shawn Ferguson and wife Kristen of
El Campo, grandsons Westin Ferguson of Kyle and Brondon Brune of Kyle.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, from 4-7PM at Triska
Funeral Home. Graveside services will be on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at
10:00AM at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City, with Rev. Wayne Clement
officiating.
Pallbearers will be Nolan Chambless, Westin Ferguson, Brondon Brune,
Robert Holder, Brad Bennettson, and Emory Bruce.
In lieu of flowers , donations may be made to the charity of choice in
honor of Julane Thumann.
Triska Funeral Home
Hattie Thymes
March 19, 1934 ~ February 22, 2023
Funeral services for Hattie Mae Thymes of Van Vleck will be Saturday at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, in Bell Bottom Community, Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 2:00 in the afternoon.
Hattie was born on March 19, 1934, to Eddie and Ella Grice in Bell Bottom, Texas. She was affectionately known as "Woman" to everyone that knew and loved her. She made in her home in the Van Vleck Community.
She confessed Christ at an early age at St. Mark Missionary
Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. N. J. Johnson and remained a faithful member until her health began to decline.
She served on many auxiliaries including the choir, and also Assistant Superintendent of the Sunday School.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Eldred Ray Thymes; three brothers, Eddie Grice, Jr., Clyde Grice, and Jimmie Grice; one sister, Mary Grice Moreno; grandson, Hallis Kinsey II; two nephews, Keith Grice and Robert Griggs; sister-in-law, Shirley Grice; brother-in-law, Eddie Baugh, Sr.
She quietly departed this life on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at The Legacy Matagorda House in Bay City, Texas.
Hattie leaves to cherish her precious memories to her daughter, Jody Davis; one grandson, Quincy Kinsey; four great-grandchildren, Jamarion, Jaida, Taylor, and Ja'leah Kinsey; sister, Lovie "Missy" Baugh of Sweeny, Texas; aunt, Marilyn Lacey (Rev. Lacey of Houston; two nephews and nine nieces; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Family Care Mortuary & Bay City Tribune, March 1, 2023
Rosie Marie Chick Tibbit
March 28, 1945 – January 13, 2023
Rosie Marie Chick Tibbit, 77, of Van Vleck, Texas, passed away on January 13, 2023, at Colonial Nursing and Rehabilitation in Bay City. She is survived by her husband Bob Tibbit; her children, Cheli Crouch, Derek Tibbit, Shawn Tibbit, and Ashley Ros; her grandchildren, Amanda Bishop, Cody Crouch, Taylor Croat, Garrett Ros, Grayson Ros, Gaven Ros, and Aubrey Ros; and great-grandchildren Jaycie Croatt, Lane Croatt, Callie Croatt, and Kai Crouch; and her sister, Janice Jewell.
Rosie was born March 28, 1945, in Gallup, New Mexico, to Norman Lee Chick and Noreen Boliver. She graduated from Farmington High School in Farmington, New Mexico. Rosie lived in numerous states and countries throughout her life but was always quick to come to the aid of a family member or friend if they needed her and would travel miles to do so. She was a woman of many talents, such as business owner, dental hygienist, hairstylist, secretary, interior decorator, seamstress, fabulous hostess, amazing cook and baker, and she loved to paint with oils. Mostly, she just loved to be with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Norman Chick and Noreen Boliver Wilkerson, her stepfather, Aubrey Wilkerson, her former husband, Ronald Miller, and son-in-law, Joe Ros.
A Memorial Service will be held at First Baptist Church in Bay City at 2321 Avenue F. on Sunday, January 29 at 2 p.m. In place of flowers, feel free to make a donation to pkunews.org or to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org.
Bay City Tribune, January 25, 2023 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Louisiana Times
March 22, 1937 – November 26, 2020
Funeral Services for Louisiana Times will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Jesus Freewill Holy Temple in Bay City, Texas. Due to the current concerns and restrictions of Covid-19, there will be a private service. The service will be live stream on Jesus Freewill Holy Temple facebook page.
For those individuals who wish to view the remains, a walk-through viewing will be conducted from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, December 4, 2020 at Lakeside Memorial Chapel, 3318 Avenue D, Bay City, Texas.
Condolences may be shared with the family on-line at lakesidemfh@gmail.com
Final arrangements have been entrusted to Lakeside Memorial Funeral Home, 703 N. Brooks St., Brazoria, Texas 77422; 979-798-5253.
Bay City Tribune, December 3, 2020
Benita Tobar
January 04, 1943 - November 12, 2015
Benita Garcia Tobar, 72, of Markham went to be with
her Lord on Thursday, November 12, 2015. Benita was born on January 4,
1943 in Mercedes, Texas to the late Louis and Concepcion Anciso Garcia.
Benita was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She
loved to cook for her family and have them together.
Benita is preceded in death by her parents; husband Matias L. Tovar;
brother Jose Luis Garcia; son Jacinto Tobar and grandson Alfred
Longoria, Jr. She is survived by her children, Richard Tovar & wife
Mary, Matias Tovar & wife Debra, Dianna Tobar Longoria, Pricilla Mangum
& husband Kevin Shelton; 6 brothers and sisters; 12 grandchildren and 6
great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other loving family
members.
The family will receive visitors Monday, November 16, 2015 from
2:00-8:00pm with a prayer service at 6:30pm . Funeral services are
10:00am Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.
Interment will follow at Midfield Cemetery.
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Funeral services for Fred Jacob Tobeck, 75, of Bay City will be held at 10 a. m. Saturday at Taylor Brothers Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Ron Lynn officiating. Burial will be at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.
Mr. Tobeck was born Jan. 29, 1913 in Matagorda County to John W. Tobeck and Mary Octavia Delcasse and died Aug. 11, 1988.
Tobeck was a life long resident if Matagorda County.
Survivors are his wife, Elizabeth Tobeck of Corpus Christi; Daughter, Anita Lynn Cormier of Bay City; step-daughters, Dorothy Downing of Corpus Christi, Doris Drapella of Wharton and Betty Jo Benitz of Rosenberg; son, Fred Allen Tobeck of Houston; sisters, Nell Bradford of Bay City and Ida Faye Pratt of Houston; granddaughter, Michelle Leigh Cormier of Bay City and grandson, John Allen Tobeck of Houston.
Pallbearers are Henry Bradford, J. O. Thompson, Johnny Dornak, Jody Junek, David Thompson and Wade Ashcraft.
Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City.
The Daily Tribune, August 14, 1988
Vondell G. Torgerson
May 5, 1934 – October 25, 2021
Vondell G. Torgerson, age 87, of Brownwood, passed away Monday morning at the Oak Ridge Manor Nursing Home.
She was born May 5, 1934, in Bay City, Texas, the daughter of Ed and Elanor (Kretchmer) Gibson. She was raised in the Bay City area and attended school there. After attending some college, she worked in the White House and later for the State Department where she was transferred to Libya to work and be with her husband. She and Jerald Torgerson were married in Libya in 1961. They also formerly lived in Kerrville and New Mexico. She was a very talented artist and especially loved doing needlework. She loved to travel and visit new places. She was a Methodist and had been a resident of Brownwood for the past few months moving from San Antonio.
She is survived by her son, Jim Torgerson and wife Jennie of Rochelle, Texas, a daughter Krista Torgerson of San Antonio, a grandson, Stephen Torgerson, a sister, Priscilla Roberts, niece, Denise Holmes and nephew Benjamin “Bill” Smith.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister and a brother.
Her body will be cremated under the direction of Heritage Funeral Home and per her wishes, no services are planned.
Her services have been entrusted to the care of Heritage Funeral Home, Davis-Morris Chapel and friends and family are encouraged to view the online memorial at www.heritagefuneraltx.com.
Bay City Tribune, October 27, 2021
Josefina Torres
April 17, 1953 - October 05, 2020
Josefina Torres, 67, of Blessing, TX passed away on October 5, 2020. She was born April 17, 1953 in Villa Victoria, Michoacan, Mexico, to Jose Gonzalez and Maria Cuevas Candido. She was the 7th child of a family of 14 brothers and sisters.
Josefina was full of life and never met a stranger. She had the incredible ability to make everyone laugh with her jokes and was always the life of the party. She was an avid gardener and had a beautiful collection of flowers and trees in her yard. She loved the outdoors and taking care of her laying hens and loyal companion Santino, her little Chihuahua.
Josefina used her cooking to show her love to her family and never tired of making everyone's favorite dishes. She made endless tamales every year, and even though it's a labor-intensive task, she made it look easy and fun. She was also a very artistic person and loved to sew.
Josefina was an incredibly hardworking woman who never feared trying her hand at new occupations. In her short life, she was a cosmetologist, artist, seamstress, cook, and even a handywoman from time to time. She never met a challenge she could not overcome. Her faith in God and giving heart also led her to volunteer countless hours at church. She loved singing and dancing during the December celebrations for our Lady of Guadalupe. She was also part of the A.C.T.S. retreat giving team for 2 years.
Josefina leaves a void in the hearts of her family and friends, but also leaves a legacy that will live on through her daughters, sons-in-law, and grandsons. She left this earth way too soon, but she will never be forgotten.
Josefina is preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Maria; her sisters Maria Trinidad Gonzalez and Martha Yolanda Gonzales, and brothers J. Jesus Gonzalez, Miguel Gonzales, Jesus Gonzalez and Alfonso Gonzalez.
She is survived by her husband Robert Torres, daughter Sandra Meekins and her husband Will of Coppell, TX, daughter Maria Benavides and her husband Jason of San Antonio, TX, and her 3 beautiful grandsons Evan Meekins, Nathaniel Meekins and Jayden Nuñez; her sisters Cricelia Verduzco and her husband Agustin, Elvira Jimenez and Angel Zamora, Herica Gonzalez de Aguilar and her husband Guillermo, and Aida Jimenez; her brothers Miguel Angel Gonzalez, Nicandro Gonzalez and his wife Tammy, and Sergio Gonzalez; many nieces, nephews and their children. She had so much love for everyone in her entire family.
Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM, Monday, October 12, 2020, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Palacios, Texas. The Holy Rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM, followed by the Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM, with Fr. Michael Rother officiating. Interment will follow at Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers are her 2 brothers, Miguel Angel Gonzalez and Nicandro Gonzalez and 4 of her nephews, Cesar Jimenez, Esteban Jimenez, Antonio Jimenez and Francisco Jimenez. Honorary Pallbearers are her son-in-law Will Meekins, her son-in-law Jason Benavides and her 3 grandsons Evan, Nathaniel and Jayden.
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Robert Sandoval Torres
February 19, 1946 - January 24, 2023
Robert Sandoval Torres, 76, of Blessing passed away January 24, 2023. He was born February19, 1946 in Palacios to the late Pablo Torres and Rosa Sandoval.
His career included Electrician for Dow Chemical; Dumas Seafood; Maintenance at Alcoa; Electrician for the 1st Expansion at Formosa Plastics and 15 years at Inteplast where he retired.
In 1970 he became a First Responder in Blessing was active in the Midfield and Blessing Volunteer Fire Departments and Former Chief at the Blessing VFD.“Sir Robert Torres” was a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus.
He was preceded in death by his wife Josefina Torres in 2020. Survivors include children Roberta Weldon, Christie Pulido, Rebecca Rodriguez , Ricky Torres, Alvin Torres, Sandra Meekins, Maria Benavides, and Robert Torres, Jr. He had 15grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Monday, January 30, 2023 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blessing. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at the Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alvin Torres, Ricky Torres, Joseph Tilotta, Larry Weldon, Jasper Sandoval and Joe Adalco. Honorary pallbearers are Alfred Sandoval, Markus White and Christopher White.
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Catherine “Katy” Molinar Tovar
Catherine “Katy” Molinar Tovar, 46, of Bay City were scheduled for 10 a. m. today at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with the Rev. Edward Boren officiating. Burial was to follow at Cedarvale Cemetery.
A rosary was held 7 p. m. Sunday at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home chapel.
Mrs. Tovar was born Feb. 12, 1946 in Bay City to Santos and Juana Villanueva Molinar and died July 2, 1992 in Galveston.
She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City and a lifelong resident of Bay City.
Survivors include her husband, Ralph Guadalupe Tovar of Stafford; mother, Juana Molinar of Bay City; two daughters and a son-in-law, Monica Leticia Pena and Martin Garza and Felica Angelica Pena, all of Bay City; a son, Alexander Ralph Tovar of Stafford and two grandchildren, James Xavier Pena and Catherine Elizabeth Pena, both of Bay City.
Pallbearers will be Nick Perez Sr., Nic Perez Jr., Bobby Martinez, Honorio L. Garza, Ramon Padron and Isaias Castillo.
Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home in Bay City.
The Daily Tribune, July 6, 1992 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Warren C. Townsend
Nola A. Townsend
Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Texas
Photo courtesy of Bethany Figueroa
Nola Townsend
Funeral services for Nola Townsend, 88, of Bay City will be held 2 p. m. Tuesday of First United Methodist Church in Bay City, with the Rev. Leroy Stanton officiating. Interment will be at Cedarvale Cemetery.
Mrs. Townsend was born Dec. 9, 1894, and died Nov. 5, 1983, at Matagorda General Hospital. A resident of Bay City for 33 years, she was a member of First United Methodist Church.
She is survived by two sons, Leslie Townsend of Wimberly, Texas, and Otis Townsend of Red Bluff Calif.; a sister, Edna Cowey of Devine, Texas; nine grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will include: J. C. Glover, W. C. Gosling, George Glover, Gary Glover, Allen Townsend and Terry Townsend.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.
The Daily Tribune, November, 1983
Antonio Blanco Treviño
November 24, 1933 - November 03, 2022
Antonio Blanco Treviño, 88, of Bay City, Texas passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022. He was born November 24, 1933 in Bay City, Texas to the late Jose Treviño and Maria Blanco Herrera.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Amelia Figueroa Treviño; son, Tony Treviño Herrera; brothers, Carlos Treviño, Jesse Treviño, Amado Treviño, and step-brothers Guadalupe and Luis Herrera. He is survived by his daughters, Rachel Treviño-Garcia and Mary Helen Martinez; son, Steve Treviño; brother Abel Treviño; sisters Lupe Saldana and Julia Valdez.
The family will receive relatives and friends for visitation at 9:00am Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City, Texas with a Rosary being recited at 9:30am. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00am with Father Gabriel Espinosa officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Pallbearers for Mr. Treviño will be Marion Garcia, Brett Garcia, Porfilio Rodriguez, Joey Rodriguez, Amado Treviño, Jr; and Jose Treviño.
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Mary DeLeon Trevino
December 14, 1929 - February 9, 2023
Mary DeLeon Trevino, age 93, of Boling, TX entered peacefully into rest Thursday, February 9, 2023 in Bay City, TX.
Mary was born on December 14, 1929 in Bay City, TX to parents Gorgonio and Herlinda Ortiz DeLeon. Raised in Newgulf, TX, she was one of 13 children. She attended Boling High School and graduated from Fox Tech High School in San Antonio, TX.
Mary proudly spent 42 years of her life working as a nurse. She began practicing in San Antonio at Santa Rosa Hospital, Baptist Memorial, and Robert B Green Hospital. After moving to Boling, she continued her nursing career working at Texas Gulf Sulfur Company Hospital in Newgulf until it closed in 1972. She would later work at Wharton Manor and Cartwheel Lodge, finally retiring from S.P.J.S.T in Needville, TX, where she was director of nursing for 17 years.
Mary was incredibly passionate about sports, closely following every season of college football, the Houston Texans, and especially the Houston Astros. Her door was always open to her family, friends, and every animal she encountered. She will be remembered for her beautiful smile, unwavering kindness, and infectious laugh. She was also a proud Marine Corps mom. A former CCD Teacher, Mary was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Boling and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Wharton.
She is preceded in death by her parents and 11 of her siblings. She is survived by her son Michael DeLeon, daughter Michele Trevino Badajosa, youngest sister Sylvia DeLeon Ortiz (husband Joe), all of Boling, grandson Kevin Badajosa of San Antonio, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are family members Chris Martinez, David Sanchez, Joe Ortiz Jr, Edward Martinez, J.J. DeLeon, and Kevin Badajosa.
Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Monday February 13 from 5-7 p.m. at Wharton Funeral Home 515 E. Boling Hwy. Rosary will be recited at 7p.m. Funeral mass will be held on Tuesday February 14th 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Wharton. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.whartonfuneralhome.com
Services under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home
Wharton Funeral Home
Elaine Marie Treybig
May 11, 1928 - November 30, 2020
Elaine Marie Carson Treybig was born May 11, 1928 to Samuel and Lydia Carson in Luling, TX and departed her earthly home on November 30, 2020 at the age of 92. She was preceded in death by all 4 of her daughters Susan Nell Rawlings, Sally Doreen Aaron, Joan Lorraine Starnes and just a year ago her first born Lydia Catherine Treybig as well as her granddaughter Susan Sterling.
Her mother died shortly after her birth and she was 12 when her father remarried. After that she was essentially orphaned, but a distant cousin Katherine Davis took her in and she lived with her until she graduated high school at 17. Upon graduation she packed her suitcase and went to Georgetown, TX to attend Southwestern University. She told the Dean, “I want an education but I don’t have any money, but I will work.” She was enrolled that day and received her bachelors in Education around 1950 and began her career as a teacher in El Campo, finishing her career at Linnie Roberts in Bay City.
She married Ernest H. Treybig on May 31, 1953 and they had six children, first 4 daughters and then 2 sons. After less than 15 years of marriage, Harold was in a horrible wreck driving an oil truck for Layne Drilling. He survived but was never the same due to serious brain injuries, so at age 33 she became for all intents and purposes, a single mother of 6 children.
She worked 4 jobs at a time and when she retired from teaching in the early 80’s she paid her last payment to Georgetown University and was a proud Alum from then on. She then embarked on her next chapter, moved to Matagorda and began running Rawlings Bait Camp. After almost a decade, she and her first born son Buddy opened C & R Seafood and Bait at the drawbridge where she remained until the new bridge came in.
By that time, she was well on her way to the next chapter when at 72 years old she became a paramedic. When she could no longer do that, she helped to found the Latch Key Children with the Matagorda United Methodist Church for children whose parents worked and couldn’t be there when the kids got home from school.
A life-long Methodist, she embodied the principals of Christianity and “Love your neighbor as yourself” in her actions. Many times she would give a total stranger, a mother and children or some broke down fisherman, the keys to her truck, a signed check or cash to fix whatever crisis they were in and more than once her kids would say she’d never see that again. But just like her faith in God, her faith in man was rewarded time and again when they’d bring her car back or sometimes months later a letter with a check, thanking her for her kindness. She never complained about her life and if anyone around her did, she would simply start singing, “ Count Your Blessings, name them one by one…Count your Blessings see what God has done”…, or tell you to “brighten the corner where you’re at”. She used the hymns humorously too. When her children would get up after sleeping in, they were serenaded with “Christ our Lord has ‘risen today. Hallelujah!”
This extraordinary woman lived life to the fullest. She loved and supported her children and their children and on and on. She worked hard and ran several successful businesses and selflessly served her community and her church in so many ways. She will be greatly missed but she lived a full life and embraced life in a way that somehow makes her passing less sad. We celebrate Granny Treybig, as she was known to pretty much everyone, and are so grateful we had her as long as we did.
She is survived by her son Buddy and wife Gina Treybig, son Carson Treybig, all of Matagorda who were her faithful and loving primary caregivers in her later years. Grandchildren Chris Wilson, April Deadrich (Ryan), Katie Sterling (Chris), David Sterling, DeWalt Owens, John Rawlings, Jr., Steven Rawlings (Nadine), Angela Baker (Greg), Trey Treybig (Emily), Tyler Treybig (Christina), Annette Williams (Aaron), Marty Warnick (Nikki), Robert Warnick (Ashley), Nancy Slotman (Andy) and Katie Aaron and many great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Due to limited space, her funeral service will be for family members only. There will be an opportunity for you to pay your final respects at 10:45 AM Saturday, December 5, 2020 at the Matagorda United Methodist Church after her family exits. Graveside services will follow at the Matagorda Cemetery.
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Roy Joe Triplet
June 29, 1935 - March 12, 2023
Honoring the life of Roy Joe “Pete” Triplet, age 87, of Bay City on March 15, 2023 at Houston National Cemetery, Houston, Texas
Roy was born on June 29, 1935 in San Augustine, Texas and passed away peacefully on March 12, 2023 in Victoria, Texas at PAM Specialty Hospital of Victoria Southeast.
He was a resident of Bay City for over 50 years and was known in this area for being a jack of “All” trades.
His kind and gentle spirit will be missed. His true friends till the end are Willie Wiley and wife, Linda of Bay City as well as other life-long friends.
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Letishie Johnson Tripp
December 15, 1928 - September 22, 2021
Tishie Aliene Lewis Johnson Tripp, age 92 of Toccoa, GA, passed away at The Overlook Senior Living facility on Wednesday, September 22, 2021. Born December 15, 1928, in Hamptonville, NC, she was the youngest of fourteen children of Oscar and Charity Lewis.
She was of the Christian faith and served her Lord in many churches throughout her life and was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, LP Johnson, sons Foy Jasper Johnson and Michael David Johnson.
Mrs. Tripp is survived by her husband of 14 years, Roy G. Tripp. Family members include two sons and daughters-in-law: Donnie and Linda Johnson of Eads, TN; Dale and Malena Johnson of Toccoa, GA; Lynnette Anthony of Richmond, TX. Step-daughters & step-sons-in-law: Pamela & Jose Padilla of Toccoa, GA; Constance & Dennis Fisk of Cedar Springs, MI; Joy & the late Bruce Ringler of Sparta, MI; Denise & Brian Ringler of Grand Rapids, MI; Dawn & Chuck Rouse of Red Bay, AL; and step-son Sam Tripp of NY.
Mrs. Tripp had 10 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was also grandmother to Mr. Tripp's grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, TX on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 10:00 AM with interment at Midfield Cemetery, Midfield, TX.
A Memorial Service will be held in Toccoa, GA at a later date to honor Mrs. Tishie Tripp.
In lieu of flowers, honorariums and memorials may be made to the Midfield Cemetery Association, Midfield, TX 77458 or to the charity of your choice.
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Bros. Funeral Home
Gordon Ray Tucker
Rites Wednesday For Tucker Baby
Services were held Wednesday afternoon at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home for Gordon Ray Tucker, six-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Tucker. The youngster died Tuesday afternoon at John Sealy Hospital at Galveston.
Officiating at the services was Rev. E. G. Sullivan, with burial at Cedarvale Cemetery.
Gordon Ray is survived by his parents, four sisters and one brother.
Daily Tribune, August 25, 1954
Glenda Marie Tvrdik
May 15, 1939 - September 7, 2021
Glenda Marie Tvrdik, 82 of Rosharon, passed away on September 7, 2021. She was born on May 15, 1939 in Bay City to the late Glenn and Mary Julia Petrucha Blair.
Glenda is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Frank Tvrdik, Jr. of Rosharon; sons Randy Tvrdik of Rosharon and Ronnie Tvrdik and wife Jacci of Georgia; grandchildren Kyle James Tvrdik, Tiffany Nicole Tvrdik, Nicholas Tvrdik, and step-grandchildren A.J. and Michael Clark;
Brother Charles Blair of Houston and sister Linda Kram and husband Ken of El Campo.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Visitation will begin on Friday, September 10, 2021 at 4:00PM-7:00PM at Triska Funeral Home. A Rosary will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at 9:30AM at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Hillje followed by the Funeral Mass at 10:00AM with Rev. Michael Rother officiating. Burial will follow at St. Andrew’s Cemetery.
Donations in memory of Glenda may be made to the Catholic Daughter Court of your choice.
Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.triskafuneralhome.com.
Triska Funeral Home
Charles Richard Tyler, 75, of Palacios, Texas, went to be with his Lord,
Sunday, July 24, 2022. Charles was born November 12, 1946, in Quanah,
Texas, to the late Charles Thomas Tyler and Clara Mason Tyler.
His father moved the family to Kress, Texas to begin farming. Charles
met his beloved wife, Kay Wilson, July of 1971 and in October of 1971,
they were married.
Charles proudly served in the U.S. Navy until 1969. He was a life member
of V.F.W. Post 2438. He served as Post Commander of Post 2467 in
Palacios for 4 1/2 years. Charles retired after 20 plus years as a
diesel mechanic for United Rentals.
Charles is survived by his beloved wife, Katherine “Kay” Tyler; son,
Charles R. “Richie” Tyler Jr.; granddaughter, Annie Faith Tyler; sister,
Zella Hunt; brother, Mike Tyler (Beverly); sister-in-law, Sherry Luckett
(Chuck), and sister-in-law, Cindy Johnson (Cecil); 5 nieces; along with
numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, and other extended family and
friends.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a sister, Martha
Jeanie Tyler.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at 10:00
AM at First Baptist Church, 202 E. Main St., Palacios, Texas, 77465.
Thoughts and memories may be shared online at www.gracefuneralhome.net.
Arrangements and services under the personal care of Grace Funeral
Chapel, 361-552-1705
Palacios Beacon, August 3, 2022