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Rodney Eatherly was born November 5, 1966, in Paris, Texas. He was the oldest son of Richard and Virginia Malone Eatherly. He passed away Friday, September 23rd, at the age of 55 years. He is survived by his parents, a brother Richard Geron Eatherly and wife Kitty Luna Eatherly, a sister Rhonda Gail Eatherly LaCaze and husband Danny LaCaze, nieces are Jordan LaCaze VanDerSchaaf and husband Nathan, children Preston, Kayleigh and Hayden, Brianna LaCaze Penn and daughter Kyleigh, and Rebekah LaCaze, nephews are Geron Eatherly and Colton Eatherly. Family, this one thing I know. It does not matter how young/ old, sick / well, sudden or prolonged the departure. When you love someone, the time of them leaving us never seems right. Rodney grew up in the Clardy Community and attended Bethel Baptist Church, where he accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at the early age of 9 years and his pastor, Dr. L.C. Stout, baptized him. He attended Deport Elementary and Prairiland High School. In high school, his goal was to become an Army Ranger. He joined the Delayed Entry Program during high school. After graduating, he joined the Army. After his basic training, he was transferred to Ft. Lewis, Washington, where he trained as Single Channel Radio Operator. He filed papers to become part of the Special Forces, when his orders came down, he could go with the Rangers or Green Beret, he chose the Green Beret. He also has Basic Airborne training, and when he left the service on March 21, 1993, he was a Sergeant. After his tour of duty, he came back to further his education at Paris Junior College. He then went to East Texas State University and finished his 4-year degree in 2 years. He worked in Bonham as a Sports Writer and later became Editor of their local paper until it closed. Then he moved to South Texas and worked as Director of Social Services at Cypress Woods Care Center in Angleton, then to Matagorda Nursing and Rehabilitation in Bay City where he worked 20 years. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Red River Valley Veterans Memorial. rrvvm.org
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Ada Jane Edison, age 92, of La Marque, Texas formerly of Bay City passed away with family by her side on Thursday, November 24, 2022 Thanksgiving Day. Visitation will be on Friday, December 9, 2022 from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Duncan Roberts Funeral Home Chapel, 2500 Ave C, Bay City, Texas 77414 Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 1208 Ave C, Bay City, Texas 77414 where Rev. L. C. Cunningham is Pastor and Officiator. Online condolence and signing of the guest registry have been made available by visiting our website at www.duncanrobertsfuneralhome.com
Bay City Tribune, December 7, 2022 |
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Celebration of Life for Kenneth G. Edison, age 70, of Brazoria, Texas will be at 2 p.m., on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Greater Mount Zion Church, 6437 FM 521 Road, Brazoria, Texas 77422, where Elder Roland K. Hendricks is Pastor and Rev. Carl L. Kemp will be the Eulogist. Burial will follow at Live Oak Cemetery, Bay City, Texas. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, May 3, 2024, at Duncan Roberts Funeral Home, 2500 Avenue C., Bay City, TX 77414. Kenneth’s memories will be cherished by his three daughters, Erica Edison, LaKendria (David) Hall, Angela Edison; son, Kenneth Smith; fiancé, Debra Burnett; three brothers, Anthony (Deborah) Edison, Herman (Loretha) Edison, Wilkie (Andrea) Edison; one sister, Jacqueline Edison-Mouton; 15 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; two aunts, Ora Lee Small and Rose (Rev. James) Williams; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and other relatives that were dear to his heart. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, the late Douglas and Gertrude Edison; and one brother, Michael Edison. Arrangements with Duncan Roberts Funeral Home, 2500 Avenue C, Bay City, TX 77414; 979-245-5197.
Bay City Tribune, May 1, 2024 |
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Carmeline “Carm” Di Carlo Eidlebach, 83, of Bay City, went to be with her heavenly father on October 15, 2017. She was born on September 22, 1934 in Chicago, Illinois to Philip and Madeline Moriello Di Carlo. Carm was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Her grandchildren were her world. She was always busy attending all their school functions from award ceremonies, to academic achievement recognitions, watching them show their livestock, as well as attending all their athletic games. Carm loved sitting on her porch, watching her cardinals and squirrels. She always made sure the feeders were full. She enjoyed watching the Astros, although she was a Chicago Cubs fan too. She loved watching football, especially her Aggies and Texans. Preparing the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday meals for her family was something she looked forward to doing annually. She retired from Bay City Independent School District after 28 years of service. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Arthur Eidlebach; children Charlie Eidlebach and Lindy, Donna Eidlebach, Will Eidlebach and Kellee; grandchildren Madeline, Caleb, Hannah, Haley and Emilee Carmeline Eidlebach; her brother Germano Di Carlo; sisters Terri Wiehebrink and Diane Jones; along with numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, and sisters Francis Recchia and Susie Milne. Pall Bearers are her son Will Eidlebach, her grandson Caleb Eidlebach, Ross Eidlebach, Jimmy Guy Fortenberry, Tony Nemec, Woodie Gernand, and Jim Worachek. The family will receive friends and relatives Wednesday, October 18 from 6:00-8:00pm at the funeral home. Services will be at 10:30 am Thursday, October 19, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photos courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Arthur Charles Eidlebach, Sr., 86, of Bay City, TX, peacefully made his way to heaven on April 19, 2022. He was born January 3, 1936 in Bay City, TX, to the late William John Henry Eidlebach and Pauline Mary Gest Eidlebach. Arthur became active in the Army at the age of 19, and served as a AAA Gun Crewman. During this time he was based in Chicago, IL, where he met the love of his life, Carmeline Di Carlo, whom he married in 1956. Arthur and Carm lived and raised a family in Bay City, and would have been married for 66 years on May 19. He spent many years working at Gernand Builders Supply and could build anything you asked him to. Arthur also loved to help his son Charlie at the field farming. He had a love for his cattle and always looked forward to helping his grandkids with their animals for the county livestock show. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and outdoorsman, who passed on his passions to his kids and grandkids. He was a huge sports fan when it came to watching his grandkids. Arthur was known and loved throughout his small-town community. He was an amazing husband, father, brother, papa and friend. He was also loved very much by his dog and best friend, Lily. Arthur is preceded in death by his parents; his wife; sisters Catherine, Isabelle, Evelyn, Virginia, Joyce and Mary Helen; brothers Earl, Burris, Ross, an infant, and siblings: Gertrude, Carroll, Beulah, Eugene, Wilma and Emmie Lee. He is survived by children Charlie Eidlebach (Lindy), Donna Eidlebach, and William Eidlebach (Kellee), and grandchildren Madeline Eidlebach, Hannah Eidlebach, Caleb Eidlebach, Haley Eidlebach and Emilee Eidlebach. The family will receive friends and loved ones 1:00 pm Saturday April 23, 2022 at Nichols Street Church of Christ in Bay City. Services will begin at 2:00 pm with Nina Klingaman officiating. Graveside service will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery with military honors. Pallbearers are Woodie Gernand, Ross Eidlebach, Jr., Jimmy Guy Fortenberry, Gene Eidlebach, Earl “Buster” Eidlebach, and Blake Davis. Honorary pallbearers are his grandson Caleb Eidlebach stationed at Camp Casey in South Korea, Tom Rodgers, Mike Mariner, Tony Nemec, Jim Woracheck, Raymond “Butch” Sneath and Butch Klingaman. Special thanks to the staffs of Matagorda County Regional Medical Center, Angels Care Hospice and the Legacy for their care and compassion. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home and Bay City Tribune, April 24, 2022
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Wilma Grace Goodnight Eidson, was born April 3, 1929, in Joplin, MO to Carl Hershel and Bertha Omega Robertson Goodnight. She went to her heavenly home on August 26, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, S. T. Eidson, and brother, James Albert Goodnight, son, Michael James McCreight, stepson, Earnest Eugene Eidson, daughter-in-law, Jewel McCreight, and son-in-law, James Anderson. She worked a number of years in the banking business. She was a member of Bay City Baptist Church, and loved singing specials in her church. Her father was a Baptist Minister and she and her brother started Special Singing in church at a very early age. She loved bowling and was secretary for the Sterling Silver Senior Bowling League for a number of years. She was a Life Member of VFW Post 2438 Ladies Auxiliary and served 15 years as their president. She was District 16 Auxiliary President, and for many years served the district and local auxiliary as Chairman for Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen essay contests for Jr. High and High School students. She also served as Chairman of Outstanding Teacher of the Year and as Chairman for Patriotic Art. She was a Life Member of the 100 Club. Survivors include daughter Linda Gail Anderson, a son Larry Wayne McCreight and wife Jane, stepson Thomas Lynn Eidson and wife Gena, Step-daughter Shirley Sue Folmar and husband Gary; two sisters-in-law Virginia Willegalle and husband Arnold and Eunice Goodnight. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Friday, September 3, 2021, at the Bay City Baptist Church. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. with Rev. Lee Watson officiating. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, September 4, 2021, at the Norris Cemetery near Liberty, Texas. Pallbearers are Jim Bob Anderson, Tommy Eidson, Hunter Anderson, Ezra Nava, Hayden Eidson and Trent LeJeune. Honorary Pallbearers are Harlen Eidson and Luke Murphy. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home (979) 245-4613.
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Nancy Claire Wones Eldridge, 84, of Bay City passed away March 25, 2024. She was born October 24, 1939 in Saratoga, TX to the late John L. Wones and Wilma Chandler Wones. She was a 1958 graduate of French High School in Beaumont, TX and graduated from Lamar University in 1962 with a degree in Physical Education. She married Stanley Jude Eldridge February 3, 1962. They lived in five states during his military service, finally settling in Bay City in 1977 where Stanley to work at South Texas Project. She began working with Child’s Protective Service in 1980 retiring as Wharton/Matagorda County Supervisor. Her second retirement came after working for two years at the First Baptist Church Child Development Center. She and Stan have enjoyed traveling and camping in many interesting locations. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother John L. Wones and sister Wilma Wones Brotzman. Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Stanley Jude Eldridge; son Stanley John Eldridge; daughters Martha Ellen Eldridge Connelly (Michael) and Amy Claire Eldridge Igo (Robert); nephew Curt Brotzman (Ruth); niece Tammerie Day; grandchildren Anna Donnelly, Michaela Donnelly, Macain Eldridge, Claire Igo and Christian Igo; sister-in-law Anna Jane Brian (John) and brother-in-law Michael McCain (Daneille). A Memorial Service will be held 10:00 am Friday, April 5, 2024 at First Baptist Church Bay City with Dr. Mike Zimmerman officiating.
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Mrs. Jeanette Bridges Eiland, of Winona, Mississippi, passed peacefully from this world while surrounded by her family on March 19, 2023. She was 80 years old. Jeanette is survived by her children, Tari Matura and BoBo (Sandy) Eiland, of Winona, Mississippi and Traci (Kenneth) Daniel of Whitewright, Texas; her sister, Sara Margaret “Skeet” (Bridges) Simmons; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Martin “Bitsy” and Lois Jeanette (Morehead) Bridges; her husband, Ted McNeal Eiland; her daughter, Tandra Paige Eiland; and her sister, Peggy Ann Bridges Whitfield. Jeanette was born on February 22, 1943, in Poplar Creek, Mississippi. She attended Kilmichael High School in Kilmichael, Mississippi. She married her high school sweetheart, Ted Eiland, on September 4, 1958 in Winona, Mississippi and together they had four children. Jeanette worked for Winona Public Schools and Gulf Finance before she and Ted moved their family to Texas in 1980. In 1984, they purchased Peoples’ Laundry and Cleaners in Bay City, Texas. Jeanette spent many years working at Bay City Bank and Trust before joining Ted in running the family business. Jeanette returned to her hometown of Winona, Mississippi in 2012, where she remained until her death. In her spare time, she enjoyed spending time with her sister, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her children remember her as a hard-working woman and an involved mother who supported them in activities and encouraged them to pursue their goals. Funeral services were held at Oliver Funeral Home in Winona, Mississippi located at 113 Liberty Street, Winona, Mississippi at 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2023; family visitation started at 4 p.m. She was interred at Milligan Springs Cemetery in Stewart, Mississippi. Oliver Funeral Home of Winona was in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.ofhwinona.com.
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Ms. Tandra Paige Eiland, 55, of Winona, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2022, at her residence. She was born January 22, 1967, in Winona to Ted McNeal and Charlotte Jeanette Bridges Eiland. Tandra attended Bay City High School and earned a degree from Wharton County Junior College. Tandra spent most of her working life as a bookkeeper and accounting clerk. While Tandra had no children of her own, she adored her nieces and nephews and enjoyed any time that she could spend with them. An animal lover, Tandra was a devoted supporter of In Defense of Animals and loved caring for any dog that she encountered. Tandra was always looking for a way to make others in her presence laugh. Her quick wit and sense of humor will be missed for many years to come by all who knew and loved her. A service to celebrate her life was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 29, 2022, at McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada, Mississippi. Survivors include her mother, Jeanette Eiland of Winona; two sisters, Tari Eiland Matura of Winona and Traci Eiland Daniel (Kenneth) of Whitewright, TX; one brother, Timothy “Bobo” Eiland (Sandy) of Winona; and her beloved nieces and nephews, Cody Eiland (Carla Jo), Ashley Bright, Lauren Matura, Emily Stanley and John-Michael Stanley. She was preceded in death by her father. Memorials may be directed to In Defense of Animals. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mckibbenandguinn.com. Arrangements were entrusted to McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada, (662-307-2694).
Bay City Tribune, February 2, 2022 |
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Curtis Wayne Ellis’s love of life didn’t end with his death. Wayne left us on February 3, 2023, at the age of 88, surrounded by loved ones that will honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest, honoring God, and always remembering to laugh. Wayne was born in Hugo, Oklahoma, on August 29, 1934, to John Henry and Mary Pearl Ellis. When Wayne was four years old, his parents moved the family to Palacios, Texas, and later moved to Blessing, where they put down permanent roots and raised Wayne and his five siblings. In his early years, Wayne joined the army, where he received a sharp-shooter medal and a good-conduct medal. His grandchildren remember a legend about when Wayne met Elvis Presley during boot camp. Allegedly, Elvis gave him his famous peanut butter, marshmallow, and banana sandwich recipe that Wayne would slap together for his “lil monkies” regularly. After the army, Wayne started a 30+ year career driving an eighteen-wheeler for Permian Corporation. Wayne met the love of his life, Zana Rosalea Hanna, at a church in Van, Vleck, Tx, in August of 1964. Sharing their love for God, these two were a match made in Heaven. The two understood the importance of working hard for their family while never taking life too seriously. It only took them one year to know they’d be together forever, and they married on August 17, 1965. Making their home in Blessing, Texas, Wayne & Zana raised their four children. Wayne was a true family man, always putting God and his family first. It was commonplace to see Wayne helping with the dishes after dinner, folding the clothes Zana washed, or building a toy for the children in his life to explore and enjoy. He adored his loving wife & took every opportunity to dote on her, even if sometimes in his own loving, teasing way. Wayne was very active in his church & community, always lending his neighbors a hand whenever needed. If you ask anyone around town to describe Mr. Wayne Ellis, they’d tell you he was one of the hardest-working, altruistic men they had ever met. Wayne & Zana shared a love for hymnal music. Zana would play the tunes on her piano, and the two would belt out their favorite hymns wholeheartedly - Whether at home or in their church choir. After Wayne retired, he began working with his sons, Michael Todd and Laddie, on Laddie Ellis Farm and Ranch. He loved farm life, but even more than that, Wayne absolutely adored working with his sons. In the summers, the boys would bring loads of sweet corn home that they spent long days harvesting. Putting up corn became a decades-long family tradition that only got sweeter with time because it was a tradition he was blessed to share with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Wayne was preceded in death by his father, John Henry Ellis; mother, Mary Pearl Ellis; sister, Johnie Lucille Ellis; and brother, Robert O’Neal Ellis. Wayne is survived by his adoring wife, Zana Rosalea Ellis; son, Johnny Dwayne Ellis; daughter, Paula Rene’ Piwonka; son, Larry Paul “Laddie” Ellis (spouse, Sherri); son, Michael Todd Ellis (spouse, Kim); his brothers, Lloyd & Leonard Ellis, and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces & nephews. Pallbearers are Anthony Pounders, Brad Finley, Coy Brannon, Scott Gilbert, Garrett Piwonka, and Kyle Giese. Honorary Pallbearer is Levi Piwonka. Services will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at First Baptist Church in Blessing, Texas. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The Funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow in Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Van Vleck, Texas. A luncheon is to be held immediately after graveside services in the church fellowship hall.
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Paul Drew Elmore, 82, of Palacios, Texas, passed away at his home on Sunday, July 17, 2022. He was born in Waldo, Arkansas on January 4, 1940 to the late Alonzo Byron Elmore, Jr. and Marie Aurelia Gill. Paul graduated from Ferriday High School then enlisted in the US Army, where he served 20 years. He earned an Associates Degree before going to flight school to become a Cobra Attack Helicopter Pilot. After retiring from the Army he began a second career as an automobile agent for 24 years in Copperas Cove, TX. Throughout his life his hobbies included Scuba Diving and Sky Diving and rose to become an instructor in both fields. He was preceded in death by his parents; Grandparents, Dr. Alonzo Byron Elmore, Sr and Anna Drew Elmore, brothers, Duard and Larry, sisters, Mary Callicutt, and Pat Watson. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Ola Mae Chandler Elmore; Paul and Ola have 3 children, Curtis Paul Elmore and wife Christina; Karen Elmore Lindeman and husband Billy, Carl Douglas Elmore and wife Lynn. He is survived by 7 grandchildren, Julia Leigh Shipley and her husband Nick, Dana Morris and her husband Duriel, Kimberly Aurelia Cloer and her husband Dale, Cooper Warren Carlton and his wife Kasey, Natalia Christina Martinez and her husband Miguel, Cecilia Tomes Cleveland and her husband Cody and David Elmore. 9 Greatgrand children; Avery, Brooke, Sterling, Kenlie, Cammie Mae, Colt, David, Krista, and Major. One Great-Great Grandchild, Olivia. Private memorial services will be held with military honors at a later date. An oak tree will be planted with his cremains on the family ranch.
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Homegoing celebration for Alvin Emanuel, age 86, of Bay City will be 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Mother Zion Missionary Baptist, 2705 Ave B, Bay City, Texas 77414 where Rev. Climon Hall is Pastor and Eulogist. Burial will follow at Eastview Cemetery, Golden Ave, Bay City, Texas 77414. Public visitation will be on Friday, July 7, 2023 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Duncan Roberts Funeral Home Chapel. On February 17, 1937 in Groveton, Texas a baby boy was born to the parentage of Lonnie Gene Emanuel and Elaine Rowe Emanuel who they named Alvin Emanuel which was one of nine children born to this union. Alvin was raised and reared in Bay City, Texas where he attended Hillard High School and he continued his studies at Prairie View A&M University. He was gainfully employed at Skelly Oil Company for many years. He accepted Christ at an early age and was a dutiful member of Mother Zion Church until his health failed. Alvin enjoyed fishing & grilling. The great outdoors was his favorite place and pastime. His kind and gentle spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Viola Hilton; six brothers, Joe David, Lonnie Gene, Occie Charles, Oliver Wendell, Will and James Emanuel Left with cherished memories are his son, Byron Lee Emanuel (Ethel Ree) of Bay City; sister, Pearl Caldwell of Dayton, Texas; one sister in law, Barbara Emanuel and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
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Mr. Robert E. English, age 50, former resident of Bay City, died yesterday afternoon at his home in Houston at 2205 Herman Drive at 4:30. He is survived by his wife, a son, Turner, two daughters, Miss Louise English of Houston and Mrs. Leeland C. Brown of Kansas City; four sisters, Mrs. Lelia DeLaney and Mrs. E. W. Turner of Houston, Mrs. H. J. Griffith, Sr., and Mrs. J. E. Stribling of Oklahoma City and a brother, B. P. English of Collegeport. Funeral services will be held at 3 p. m. Wednesday at the Heights Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Forest Park Cemetery. Mr. English, “Bert” as he was known here, moved with his family from Bay City in 1929. He had been a rice farmer in this section. They lived on East Fifth Street here. Mr. English had many friends in this county who mourn with his family, the loss of this good man.
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Bianca Ambrosia Escobar, 32, of Bay City passed away December 25, 2022. She was born November 4, 1990 in Houston, Texas to Robert Robles Romero and Sylvia Cadriel Romero. Bianca was born and raised in Houston, Tx. She was definitely that once in a lifetime friend that you would have ever met. Her heart was so big but her personality was even bigger. Her greatest love was her family. Her nieces and nephews were the light of her life. Although she never birthed her own children, she claimed them as her own. Bianca had a passion for music. If you knew her you know she loved to dance. She was the life of the party and would always be the one to make you smile. She went through so much sickness and pain but she never let that define who she was. She was a fighter and fought till the very end. Bianca is now at peace and has reunited with her mother. Let the memory of her life live on with each and everyone of us. She was preceded in death by her mother Sylvia Cadriel Romero. Survivors include father Robert Romero; sister Jennifer Romero and brother in law Joe-John Yanez Jr and nieces and nephews Angelina Molina and spouse Patrick Cevantes, Soriah Molina, Christian Molina, Mark Escobedo, Jolissa Yanez and great nieces and nephew Paisley Cervantes, Asher Cervantes and Presley Cervantes; partner Sharon Harrison and her daughter Alyssa Guzman. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM with Deacon Joe Ramos officiating. Pallbearers will be Robert Romero, Joe-John Yanez Jr, Patrick Cervantes, Wesley Escobar, Kelsey Fuentes, Wally Escobar Sr. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
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Oralia Jimenez Escobedo, 79, of Bay City, Texas, passed away Monday, January 29, 2024. She was born in Santander Jimenez, Tamaulipas, Mexico to Eusebio Jimenez and Maria Guadalupe De La Fuente. She was preceded in death by her parents; her Husband, Mariano Escobedo of Bay City; and her brothers, Sergio Jimenez De La Fuente, Emilio Jimenez De La Fuente, and Juan Jimenez De La Fuente, all of Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico. Oralia is survived by her daughter, Graciela Escobedo Recio of Dickinson; son, Mariano Escobedo Jr of Houston; sister, Irma Guadalupe Jimenez Ochoa; and brother, Jose Francisco Jimenez De La Fuente, both of Matamoros, Tamaulipas, México, and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family will receive relatives and friends for visitation at 1:00pm Friday, February 2, 2024 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Rosary beginning at 1:30pm. Funeral Mass will begin at 2:00pm with Father Gabriel Espinosa officiating. Pallbearers for Ms. Escobedo will be Fernando Recio, Omero Lopez, Carlos Gonzales Jr, Jaime Escobedo, Mariano Escobedo Jr., and Brandon Escobedo.
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Olifidio Esquivel, 93, of Wharton, passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 2, 1928 in Gulf Texas, to the late Joseph Juan and Dolores Mancha Esquivel. He attended school in Gulf. He served our country honorably in the United States Army. In 1961 he married Irene Mata in Wharton at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. She preceded him in death on December 6, 2009. Olifidio worked as a merchant marine in the shipping industry for many years as a chief steward. He enjoyed fishing, and cooking for friends and family. He was a long-time member of the Wharton American Legion Post 87. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his sisters Odilia Gomez, Ortencia Campos and Odilona E. Vannest, brother, Oscar Esquivel, Sr. and a great grandchild, He is survived by his sons, Bo Esquivel and Joe Esquivel and wife, Michele, daughter, Mary Esther Esquivel, grandchildren, Olifidio J Esquivel, Anthony Louis Gonzales, Tiffanie Christine Esquivel, Joe Esquivel, Jr., and Elania Esquivel, great grandchildren, Nolan Esquivel, Kaiden Gonzales, Eli Joe Gonzales, Nathan Gonzales, Sophia Irene Esquivel, Aubrey Esquivel, Santana Esquivel Catalaya Esquivel and Kai Allen III. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 15, 2021 after 5 pm with a parish rosary recited at 7pm. at Wharton Funeral Home. The Funeral Mass and Rite of Committal will be held on Friday, July 16, 2021 at 10 am at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Wharton. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery in Wharton. Military honors will be performed by members of the Wharton American Legion Post 87 and VFW post 4474. Serving as pallbearers are O.J. Esquivel, Anthony Gonzales, Joe Esquivel, Jr., Omar Diaz, Orlando Diaz, Oran Diaz, David Mata, Jr. and Joe Justin Mata. Funeral Services are under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at www.whartonfuneralhome.com
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Albert Kenneth “Ken” Estep, 86, of Markham, TX, passed away January 9, 2015. He was born November 9, 1928, in Idalou, TX, to the late Leonard Leslie Estep and Iva Lena Cocanougher Estep. He retired from Marathon Oil Company after 33 years of service. Survivors include his wife, of 66 years, Virginia L. Estep of Markham; daughter, Janis Kay Estep Kirchner and husband Kenneth of Seadrift, TX; son, Randal Lynn Estep of Markham; sister, Wanda Sanders of Seminole, TX; brother, Edward Estep of Portales, NM; granddaughter, Pamela Kay Vannoy and husband Matthew of Seadrift; and great-grandchildren, Matthew Kenneth Vannoy, Kelsey Kay Vannoy and Mallory Kay West Vannoy. He was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Cunningham; and two brothers, L. D. Estep and Bill Estep. The family received friends and relatives from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., Monday, at Taylor Brother’s funeral home in Bay City, TX. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, January 13, 2015, at the First Baptist Church in Markham. TX, with the Rev. Damon Rambo officiating. Interment followed at Hawley Cemetery in Blessing, TX. Memorials in his name may be made to the First Baptist Church in Markham, TX 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, January 14, 2015 Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise
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Louise Estep Virginia Louise Estep, 89, of Markham, TX went to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, July 26, 2021. Her family fulfilled her wishes to pass away in the comfort of her own home and she did so peacefully in her sleep. She was born on June 12, 1932 to the late Homer and Ottie Hume. She married the love of her life, Albert Kenneth Estep, on her 16th birthday June 12, 1948. He preceded her in death on January 2015. Virginia worked at a tomato canning factory in West Texas in her younger years. She later worked at Madden’s Western Auto in Seadrift, Tx. She was a loving and devoted mother first and foremost to Randy and Jan. She treasured her children and embraced every moment with them as a homemaker for many years. In about 1974 she started her own home business “The Bird Nest” raising and selling parakeets, love birds and cockatiels. In 1977 she moved to Markham, TX continuing and expanding her business to include larger breed birds. African Greys, Double Yellow-headed Amazons, Blue and Gold Macaws, Scarlet Macaws, Eclectus, and Cockatoos were her passion. She was very proud of her business and it was so successful she shipped her handfed babies out of Houston Hobby airport all around the United States. In February 1976 her first and only grandchild, Pamela was born. She spent every moment she could with her making memories. In 1997 she became a great grandmother and was overjoyed with excitement of having them in her home whenever they wanted. Loved and spoiled is an understatement when it came to her granddaughter and great-grandchildren. She has forever left an imprint in their hearts. Virginia put Jesus Christ first in her Christian walk through life. She was a member of Markham First Baptist Church since she moved there. You could hear and see Jesus through her. Anyone that came in her home and anyone she met while out of her home were always asked if they knew Jesus. If they did not she told them the story of Jesus and made sure to make an impact on their lives. Virginia is preceded in death by her husband, Albert Kenneth Estep and her son, Randy Estep. She is survived by her daughter and son-on-law Jan and Kenneth Kirchner, Granddaughter and her husband Pamela and Matthew F. Vannoy, Great Grandson and his wife Matthew Kenneth and Braden Vannoy, Great granddaughters Kelsey Kay Vannoy and Mallory Kay West Vannoy. The family will receive friends and relatives for visitation at 9:00am Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at Markham First Baptist Church. Funeral Services will begin at 10:00am with Damon Rambo officiating. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery. Pallbearers in honor of Virginia are: Matthew F. Vannoy, Matthew K. Vannoy, James Simpson, Pat Patterson, Grady Quinney and Murlyn O’Briant. Honorary pallbearers are: Mallory Kay West Vannoy, Kelsey Kay Vannoy, Braden Vannoy, Pamela Vannoy and Kenneth Kirchner.
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Bill Evans, 72, of Bay City passed away on Monday, October 25. He was born in Falfurrias, Texas to Billy Jobe Evans and Jean Lindquist Evans. He was raised in Premont, Texas and later moved to Van Vleck where he attended school. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Richard Lindquist and Noel Evans, and a nephew Cameron Cade. He is survived by his brothers Nelson Evans (Clara) and Sam Evans (Linda), sister-in-law Judy Evans, numerous aunts, nieces and nephews and their children and his beloved dog, Sophie. Bill proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and knew the meaning of “Ooh Rah”! He was a Vietnam Veteran. Bill, also known as Uncle Bill and “Turkey”, was one of a kind, sincere and always willing to help others. His expertise and knowledge of mechanics was highly sought after by many. Bill’s most beloved passion was watching, attending and participating in various motorsports events. He enjoyed working many seasons at the local Matagorda County Muddrags. Bill loved the simple country life, hunting and fishing and the peacefulness it brought him. He was a true friend and neighbor to many and will be profoundly missed. Pallbearers are Dawson Adams, Tyler Adams, Robert Brewer, Austin Evans, Jon Evans, Nathan Evans, Stan Howard, Wes Howard and Ken Luedicke. Honorary Pallbearers are Denton Leissner, Chance Leissner, Poth Leissner, Cole Leissner, Louis Zigenhals and Trent Zigenhals Graveside Services will be held Monday, November 1 at 10:00 am at Roselawn Pavilion with full military honors. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the local VFW #2438. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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On Monday, January 15, 2024, Maybell Evans, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away at the age of 84. Maybell Evans was born on September 17, 1939 in Mankin, Texas. Maybell attended Sweeny High School and met the love of her life, Jerriel L. Evans, from West Columbia, Texas. They were married in 1957 and continued their life with a move to San Antonio, Texas where she supported her husband in his career and welcomed three children. After ten years, J.L. and Maybell moved their young family to Bay City, Texas to pursue his dream of starting his own business, Evans Oil Company. Maybell worked alongside her husband for years as Evans Oil Company grew to become Evans Systems, Inc. After retiring from Evans Systems, Inc in 2002, Maybell and J.L, focused their attention to the family cattle business, Triple E Farm & Ranch. Along with their business successes, Maybell would often say that what she valued most was family. Maybell was blessed with three children, eight grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. Maybell is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, J.L Evans, her parents, J.T Henley, Willard and Vivian Hobbins and her brother James Hobbins. Maybell is survived by her children, daughter Darlene and son-in-law Brian Jones, her sons, Jerry Evans and daughter-in-law Kelly, and Terry Evans and daughter-in-law Candiss. Grandchildren: Matthew Jones and wife Whitney, Katherine Sewell and husband Kody, Stephanie Evans, Jonathan Evans and wife Bianca, Rachel Riley, Dane Evans and wife Shawyn, Madison Evans and Austin Evans. Great-grandchildren: Meredith and Kaitlyn Jones, Kaden and Karoline Sewell, Christian and Sophia Zuniga, Klara, Harper and Rhett Evans, Arya Chambliss, and Railee Guillot. Maybell is also survived by her sister, Sandra Hoots and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude and thanks to Maybell’s caregivers. Celeste Cortez, Ashley Ramirez and Rose Hernandez. Their support and care provided to our mother these last few years has been instrumental in the quality of life that she has had. We would also like to extend our special thanks to Dr. Fabricio Zuniga and all the staff with Angels Hospice. The family will receive friends and relatives at 9:00 am Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at Nichols Street Church of Christ. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 am, with Matt Springfield officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers are Matthew Jones, Dane Evans, Kody Sewell, Austin Evans, Jonathan Evans and Robert Ging.
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On June 10, 2023, Roy Dean Evans finished his journey here on Earth and entered the gates of Heaven. Roy was born October 14, 1956 in Bay City, Texas and lived his entire life here. He was a Millwright out of Houston Local 2232 for 25 years. His passion was fishing and hunting. There were many days he was on the bank of the Colorado River, instead of working! He truly loved the outdoors. Roy was always up for grilling and telling stories with his family and friends, whom he loved very much. Roy was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Billie Evans and sister Sandra Rickaway. Survivors include his son Roy “Dean” Evans, Jr.; grandchildren: Alex Johnson and Jordan Johnson; sisters Carol Wolf (Kevin) and Pam Calk; uncle Lamar Evans; nieces and nephews Gregory Rickaway (Amanda), W. T. Calk, Amanda Calk, Theresa Puccetti and Gerald Puccetti; a very special cousin Ernie Geffert, who was like a brother to him, and numerous great nieces, great nephews and cousins. Our gratitude goes out to the staff and nurses with Hospice Care Team, Texas City, TX and Dr. Jorge Darcourt and staff at Texas Oncology-Sugar Land. Graveside services will be at 10:30 AM Friday, June 16, 2023 at Roselawn Memorial Park. Everyone, please dress casually. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Texas Trio Classic Fishing for a Cure Charity Tournament by visiting www.texastrioclassic.com/dedications-wall under the “Donate” link.
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Walter Lamar Evans died peacefully in his home on October 8th, 2023, in Bay City Texas at the age of 88. Lamar is preceded in death by his wife, Ann Rainey Evans and his six siblings. He is survived by his three sons, Lamar Jr. (wife Nicole), Craig, and Scott (wife Pam). He had four grandchildren: Christopher, Greg, Robert, and Ashley. Lamar also had five great-grandchildren (Bryson, Ella, Chloe, Lucia, and Eliora). Lamar is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his loving companion, Gayle Simons. Lamar was born on December 14, 1934, in Waynesboro, Mississippi to Samuel Oliver and Clara Evans. He graduated from Bay City High School in 1952 and attended the University of Texas. Lamar’s career was in Green Industry management. He was employed by Walker Seed & Garden Center for many years and formed Walker-Evans Company with Fred and Mary Jo Walker. In his latter years he owned and operated Gold Coast Nursery Tree Farm and was responsible for the planting of thousands of live oak trees throughout Matagorda County. For fifty-nine years, Lamar grew and provided over 9,400 trees for the local Chamber of Commerce Annual Tree Sale from 1965-2023. He joined the Boy Scouts of America as a Cub Scout almost eighty years ago in 1943. Lamar joined Troop 45 of Bay City in 1946 where he obtained the rank of Eagle Scout at the age of fifteen. In 1952 he began serving as a Scoutmaster and continued to serve Scouting for the rest of his life in various leadership positions. He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Bay City for 82 years. He served on numerous committees and taught Sunday school. Lamar served in many community activities including serving as Chairman of the War Memorial (on the north side of the courthouse), serving as Chairman of the Bay City Housing Authority for thirty-eight years, and serving as President of the Bay City Lions Club in 1962. Serving as the announcer for Bay City Black Cat football games for over twenty years, he loved his Bay City Blackcats. He also dearly loved his Texas Longhorns! A gifted story and joke-teller, Lamar had the ability to engage all with his contagious personality. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 14th, 2023 at the First Methodist Church in Bay City, Texas. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Chris McNeill officiating. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to First Methodist Church of Bay City.
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Alpha Ann Ewing, 88, formerly of Bay City passed away January 7, 2023. She was born February 25, 1934 in Port Aransas, Texas to the late Champ Clark McMullen and Lucille Ward McMullen In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Richard C. Ewing and her daughter Joyce Darlene Ewing. Survivors include daughter Bonnie Fallin; sister Roberta Thurmond; grandchildren Nathan Cargill, Chad Cargill, Kelly Isenberger and Alexis Fallin; great grandchildren Mackenzie Cargill, Madison Cargill, Mike Cargill, Cameron Cargill, Matthew Cargill, Emily Cargill, Chloe Isenberger, Morgan Isenberger, Coltyn Athey and Cooper Athey and great-great granddaughter Kinsley Bernal. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Friday, January 13, 2023 at Bay City Baptist Church. Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM with Rev. Lee Watson officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Nathan Cargill, Chad Cargill, Mike Cargill and Cameron Cargill.
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