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 Rev. Eli F. McDonald & Mary Cook McDonald Grandchildren: Beverly Jane, Mary James, Sims & Mary |
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Eli F. McDonald Mary H. McDonald 
April 27, 1861 – January 7, 1939
Funeral services were held here Saturday for Rev. Eli Franklin McDonald, who expired following a lingering illness. Rev. Odis Rainer conducted the services from the Baptist Church and Taylor Brothers were in charge of arrangements.
Rev. McDonald, who was born April 27, 1861, in DeWitt County, was married to Miss Mary Hasseltine Cook in 1879. He was called to the Baptist Church of Bay City in 1903 and remained here until 1910 moving to Ft. Worth, where after a short period he became ill and retired from the ministry. Later he returned to Bay City, where he spent the remainder of his life.
The Herald joins a large circle of friends in extending sincere sympathy to the following survivors: one sister, Mrs. Will Sutherland of Alice; one brother, A. F. Mcdonald of Boling; one daughter, Mrs. J. C. Sisk of this city; four sons, H. H. McDonald of Wharton, G. C. McDonald of Palacios, Eskar and Lonnie McDonald of this city.
Newspaper and date unknown Obituary courtesy of Susie Adkins
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August 31, 1863 – September 8, 1936
After months of suffering borne with fortitude and Christian patience, the spirit of Mrs. Mary Hasseltine McDonald quietly left the pain racked body and fell asleep Tuesday evening, September 8, in a private sanitarium in San Antonio, to awake on the beautiful resurrection morn.
Mrs. McDonald was the daughter of Cas Cook, was born August 31, 1863, and hence was 73 years of age. She was united in marriage to Rev. E. F. McDonald, and to this union seven children were born; six of whom survive; Arthur of Boling, Mrs. J. C. Sisk of Bay City, Hayden of Wharton, Grover of San Antonio, Lonnie of Markham, and Esker of Bay City.
She united with the Baptist Church early in life and lived a truly consecrated Christian life. Her presence was missed so much at the regular church services of late years since her failing health prevented her attending, for she was always present when it was possible for her to be there.
One of the outstanding qualities of her life was that rare, calm poise, outward serenity – which only comes from a surrendered, happy life. What nobler trait can one possess? What can be more desired than to be one to whom the discouraged and heartsick can go for comfort? How refreshing to come into her presence after having gone to others who, with furrowed brow, had their own petty trials to relate, for she met you with that placid smile in the presence of which one felt ashamed to admit defeat and discouragement and invariably left with fresh courage and assurance that all would be well.
Who ever heard her scold or lift her voice? What a beautiful example was her gentle life and how these rare traits are reflected in the lives of her noble children.
Her remains were brought home and a very impressive service was held at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. C. Sisk, on Thursday morning, September 10, at 10:45 o’clock, conducted by Rev. Odis Rainer, her pastor, assisted by Rev. Purcell of Wharton. Bro. Rainer brought a beautiful, sincere message from Proverbs.
The remains were taken to the Cedarvale Cemetery followed by a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends – and tenderly borne to her last resting place by her sons and son-in-law, to await the call of the glorious resurrection morn.
While she is absent in the body, the beautiful memory of her unselfish life lives on and her influence will be felt throughout the years. She was not only a devoted wife and mother, but every one’s friend. Faithful to every trust, a comforter and friend to the sick and sorrowing; always anxious about the welfare of others, especially those who needed help, and in her quiet way ministered to every need she could possibly fill.
To the sorrowing husband, children, relatives and friends we can say, “Do not sorrow as those who have no hope,” for you can rejoin her in that land of promise where there is no more sorrow or pain or death but where all is light, joy and peace eternal.
We will miss her, but our loss is her gain.
A Friend
Newspaper and date unknown Obituary courtesy of Susie Adkins
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November 13, 1894 – September 10, 1943
LONNIE MCDONALD DIES HERE FRIDAY EVENING SUDDENLY
Mr. Lonnie McDonald, 48, died at his home here Friday evening at 9 o’clock from a heart attack. His death was sudden and until the heart attack he had been in excellent health.
Mr. McDonald had been a resident of Bay City since 1904 when his family moved here from DeWitt County. He attended the Bay City public schools and then took a business course. For a short while then he worked at the LeTulle Mercantile Company here. He became affiliated with the Alamo Lumber Company with which company he was identified until his death. He was a manager of the Alamo Lumber Company at Markham. He also dealt in oil leasing throughout the county.
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock from the Baptist Church. Reverend James Draper and Reverend R. E. Black officiated.
Burial was in Cedarvale Cemetery with Matchett-Newman Funeral directors in charge of arrangements.
Active pallbearers were Messrs. J. C. Lewis, Fred Fields, Elwood Smith, Joe Wright, G. W. Davis, and W. H. Swindler of Houston.
He is survived by: his wife; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Fugier; one son, Simms; and one grandson. Also surviving are four brothers; A. F. of Boling, H. H. of San Antonio, G. C. of Palacios, and E. L. of Bay City.
The Daily Tribune, September 13, 1943 Obituary & marker photo courtesy of Susie Adkins
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Services for Eula Sims McDonald, 95, long-time resident of Bay City, were scheduled for 4 p. m. today at First Baptist Church where the Rev. W. D. Baker and the Rev. M. A. Marshall of Houston officiated. Mrs. McDonald, who was born June 16, 1890, in Montgomery County near Navasota, Texas, died at 6:30 p. m. March 15, 1986. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie E. McDonald and her daughter, Mrs. Lamar Meadows, Sr. of Richmond. She moved to Bay City with her parents, Judge J. M. and Sally Lanham Sims, when she was a young girl. Her father was the fourteenth sheriff of Matagorda County. After graduating from high school in Bay City, she attended Mary Hardin Baylor College and received a bachelor of arts degree, afterwith she returned to Bay City and later married Lonnie E. McDonald, son of the Rev. Eli McDonald, the pastor of First Baptist Church, Bay City. She was a member of the First Baptist Church where she was recognized numerous times for her services. She was the director of the W. M. U. for many terms. She was also a member of the Bay City Study Club. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Sims and Jessie McDonald of Bay City; a son-in-law, Dr. P. Lamar Meadows Sr. of Richmond, three grandsons, Dewey F. Meadows of Houston, Dr. P. Lamar Meadows Jr. and Lonnie Meadows of Richmond; five great-grandchildren; two nieces, Louise Wite of San Antonio and Margaret Forsyeth of Houston, and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers include James Sowell, Roy Sander, James Harris, Don Bell, Gordon Hardegree and Bill Ehlert. Honorary pallbearers include J. B. Towers, Frank Balusek, D. F. Wiginton, J. C. Slone, Bill Slone, Gerald Rowland, Bill Correll and deacons of First Baptist Church. Burial was in Cedarvale Cemetery under the direction of Dick R. Elkins, Bay City Funeral Homes. Memorials may be given to the Christian Ministries Center of First Baptist Church or to the Baptist Encampment of Palacios.
The Daily Tribune, March, 1986 |
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The church was beautifully decorated in Shasta daisies and ferns. A large bell of the daisies was suspended from an improvised arch and it was under this that the bride and groom stood. Mrs. Will Guernard of Houston, a schoolmate of the bride’s, sang in a most charming way “Because” prior to the entrance of the bridal party. Then as the soft strains of the wedding march played by Mrs. Ned Hawkins, were heard, the ushers, Messrs. H. Ray and Fred Fields entered, followed by the bride and groom. They were met at the altar by Rev. H. E. Morrison of San Banita who in a most impressive way, spoke the words which united these two young people. During the ceremony LaGoldrina was played softly. Then to the strains of Mendelsohn’s wedding march, the bridal party left the church for the Southern Pacific depot where they took the train for Houston. After a short stay there they will go to Markham where the groom has a new home just completed waiting for his bride. The bride never looked prettier than she did in her going away gown of blue taffeta, tailored, with lace blouse, tailored hat and all accessories to match and carried LaFrance roses and ferns showered with valley lilies. A large crowd followed the newly married couple to the depot where they were well showered with rice and old shoes. The bride is one of Bay City’s most charming girls and is loved by all who know her, while the groom is one of Markham’s promising young business men. Their many friends here and elsewhere wish for them a long and happy married life. Matagorda County News & Midcoast Farmer, June 16, 1916 |
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July 4, 1918 – September 30, 1993
Funeral services for James S. “Sims” McDonald, 75, of Bay City, are scheduled for 2:00 PM Sunday at First Baptist Church in Bay City with the Rev. Mike Zimmerman and Dr. W. D. Baker officiating. Burial will be in Cedarvale Cemetery.
Mr. McDonald was born July 4, 1918, to Lonnie and Eula Sims McDonald, and died September 30, 1993, in Matagorda General Hospital in Bay City.
He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Bay City, and served as a secretary for the Adult II Sunday School Class. He was a building contractor and a director at First National Bank.
Survivors include: his wife, Jessie Bagley McDonald of Bay City; a daughter, Sue Doss of Corpus Christi; two granddaughters, Darlene Doss of Corpus Christi and Donna Cox of Edmund, Oklahoma; two great-granddaughters, Briena Co and Haley Cox of Edmund, Oklahoma; three nephews, Dewey Meadows of Houston, Dr. Lamar Meadows, Jr. of Richmond and Lonnie Meadows of Richmond; and many cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by: his sister, Mary McDonald Meadows.
Services are under the direction of Dick R. Elkins, Bay City Funeral Home in Bay City.
The Daily Tribune, October 1, 1993 Obituary & marker photo courtesy of Susie Adkins
Jessie Mae McDonald, 93, of Bay City, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2011. She was born June 27, 1918 in Nashoba County, Oklahoma to Benjamin Franklin Bagley and Elizabeth Emma Thompson Bagley. She is survived by her daughter, Sue Hixon Moore and husband Jerry Don of Roswell, NM; by her sister: Bessie Whitfield of Bay City; by her granddaughters: Donna Cox and husband Brent of Edmond, OK and Darlene Doss of Roswell, NM: by her great granddaughters: Briana Cox and Hailey Cox; and by her nieces and nephews: Nancy Fisher, Sherry Brown and Matthew Brown. She was preceded in death by her husband, James S. “Sims” McDonald on September 30, 1993 and by her parents. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 5:00 PM to 7:00PM on Thursday. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 30, 2011 at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Bay City with Dr. Mike Zimmerman officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Pallbearers will be Lonnie Meadows, Dewey Meadows, Brent Cox, Matthew Brown, Kenneth Chaplin, and Charles Fisher. Honorary pallbearer will be Jerry Don Moore. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, TX (979) 245-4613.
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Culminating a romance extending over a period of eight years, Miss Elmore Hawkins, yesterday, became the bride of Mr. Esker L. McDonald. The ceremony was performed at 7:15 o'clock p. m. at the Second Baptist Church in Houston, Rev. M. M. Wolfe officiating. The Bride wore a becoming grey ensemble with American Beauty hat and accessories in harmony, and carried an arm cluster of bride's roses. They were attended by Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Murphy. Following the ceremony the happy couple was entertained with a dinner at the Rice Hotel, given by Mr. and Mrs. Murphy, after which they left on the Sunshine Special for Chicago and other points of interest.
Daily Tribune, September 3, 1927 |
Of more than
passing interest to a large number of friends of the contracting
parties was the wedding Wednesday morning at 8:15 at the Baptist
church which united in marriage Miss Eula Sims and Mr. L. E.
McDonald.
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Judge J. M. Sims, one of Matagorda County’s most popular and foremost citizens, a man loved, honored and revered by all, died last night at the Bay City Hospital, at 9:45 o’clock, following a brief though violent illness. Judge Sims was at work on his large rice farm only a week ago—today he is dead. He was afflicted with a violent internal illness, to relieve which, a specialist from Galveston was brought here to perform an operation. The operation was performed yesterday afternoon, but the judge passed away last night surrounded by his family and a number of close friends. Decedent was born in Jackson County, Alabama, on May 7, 1854, and was therefore, at the time of his departure 61 years, 4 months and 26 days of age. He had been a resident of Bay City for many years, was one of her pioneer citizens and was very prominent. He served the county as sheriff for several years and always took a keen interest in all public affairs. Judge Sims, besides his widow, leaves two daughters, Mrs. A. R. Leckie and Miss Eula Sims. The funeral took place this afternoon in Cedarvale Cemetery in the presence of hundreds of saddened and sorrow-stricken friends. Judge Sims was a man of modest demeanor, scrupulously clean and honest in business dealings, was affable, kind, whole-souled and generous. He was loyal and true to his friends and never missed an opportunity to step in in their behalf. He was a most indefatigable worker and had almost a religious faith in the future of his country, always claiming that it was as good as any and would always prove up as such. Judge Sims was a most lovable and loving man, always cheerful and ever ready with a kind word, a genuine hand-clasp and undeniable friendship. He will be sorely missed, sadly and the whole town mourns his untimely demise. His presence amongst us will never be replaced. The Tribune joins the innumerable friends of Judge Sims and his bereaved dear ones in the deepest and most genuine sympathy. Matagorda County Tribune, October 22, 1915
Funeral
Services Held For Mrs. Sallie Sims Funeral services for Mrs. Sallie Sims were held today at 2 p. m. at the First Baptist Church. The pioneer Texas lady died at the age of 80 years, one month and four days, after a full lifetime of Christian service. Death occurred at a. m. Thursday morning. Born in October, 1861 in Alabama, the well-known and well-loved Mrs. Sallie, as she was affectionately called by her close friends and relatives, came to Matagorda County, Texas early in life and spent her active lifetime here. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Lonnie McDonald and Mrs. Mellie Sims Leckie, both of Bay City and four grandchildren, Mrs. R. E. White, San Antonio; Mrs. L. C. Steele, of __ Calif.; Mrs. Dewey Foster, Texarkana; and Sims McDonald, Bay City; and seven great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sisters, Mrs. J. H. Real? at Belvedere, Tenn. Active pall-bearers were W. H. Poole, F. A. Breeden, Fred Fields, Esker McDonald, Dr. D. A. Einkauf, and H. Brandon. Honorary pallbearers included E. M. Bell, John Sutherland, R. F. Anderson, C. B. Anderson and V. L. LeTulle. The Reverends Mr. Paul Davis and Otis Rainer officiated at the final rites, which were under the direction of Walker-Matchett. Interment was in Cedar Vale Cemetery. Daily Tribune, November 28, 1941
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