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Maria Juana Lara, 65, of Bay City passed away March 5, 2017. She was born June 24, 1951 in Mexico to the late Jose Lara and Maria Hernandez Lara. She was preceded in death by her husband Rev. Melchor Lara in 2012. Survivors include daughters Alejandra Estrada, Cilvia Reyes, Raquel Gonzales and Angelica Gurrola; sons Heralio Lara and Joshua Lara; 1 sister, 2 brothers, 16 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends and family from 12 Noon until 2:00 PM Thursday March 9, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM with Rev. Juan Aguilera officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Heralio Lara, Joshua Lara, Xavier Reyes, Juan Gurrola, Marcus Aguilera, and Pedro Magana. Maria Juana Lara, 65, of Bay City passed away March 4, 2017. She was born June 24, 1951 in Mexico to the late Jose Lara and Maria Hernandez Lara. She was preceded in death by her husband Rev. Melchor Lara in 2012. Survivors include daughters Cilvia Reyes, Alejandra Estrada, Raquel Gonzales and Angelica Gurrola; sons Heralio Lara and Joshua Lara; 1 sister, 2 brothers, 16 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends and relatives from 12 Noon until 2:00 PM Thursday, March 9, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM with Rev. Juan Aguilara officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joshua Lara, Xavier Lara, Heralio Lara, Jujan Gurrola, Marcus Aguilara and Pedro Magana. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise
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Rev. Melchor Lara, 68, went to rest with His Lord on Sunday, January 8, 2012. He was born on January 6, 1944 to the late Atilano and Fidencia Lara. His strengths in life was the faith, prayer and the love he had to serve his Savior Jesus Christ. He is survived by his wife: Maria Juana Lara; his children: Jorge Lara, Jose Lara, Jose Luis Lara, Gregorio Lara, Heralio Lara, Cilvia Reyes, Alejandra Estrada, Joshua Lara, Raquel Gonzales and Angelica Gurrola; 24 Grandchildren; 5 Great-grandchildren; Brothers and sisters are late Felicia Lara, Angel Lara, Augustin Lara, Jova Lara, Juana Lara and Maria Lara. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, January 11, 2012 with a Musical celebration service from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the funeral home. The Funeral service will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, January 12, 2012 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
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Mario “Pelow” Lara, 50, of Blessing, passed away October 16, 2017. He was born June 23, 1967 in Bay City, Texas to Emilio and Josephine Cuellar Lara . Mario was a kind hearted, respectful person and always had a smile on his face. During his illness, he never complained. He liked spending time with family and friends and will be greatly missed. Mario is preceded in death by his father; brother Arturo, and sister Donna Aregon. He is survived by his mother Josephine Lara; daughter Megan Lara; brothers Jesus, Adrian, Roger, Eugene and Tomaz; sister Lora Lee Metcalf; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Thursday, October 19, 2017 from 6:00-8:00pm , with a Celebration of Life at 7:00pm that evening.
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James S. Latham, Jr. Funeral services for James S. Latham, Jr., 25, of Bay City will be at 10 am Friday at the First United Methodist Church of Bay City with the Rev. W. E. Dugger Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Cemetery. Mr. Latham was born April 21, 1961 in Bay City to James S. and Shirley Nordyke Latham. His body was discovered Dec. 31, 1986 after a boating accident in the Gulf of Mexico. Mr. Latham, a 1980 graduate of Bay City High, was employed with Jackson Electric Co-Op. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Survivors include his parents, who reside in Bay City; his fiancé, Mary Wisdom of Bay City; three sisters, Lisa Latham Moore of New Braunfels, Texas; Linda Latham Welch of Georgetown, Texas and Lila Latham of Bay City; grandparents Dr. and Mrs. Don Johns and Mr. and Mrs. Paris A. Smith, all of Kerrville, Texas, and Mrs. Thelma Brooks of Carthage. He is also survived by two nephews and one niece. Pallbearers include Butch Raymond, Billy Ray Clifton, James Fortenberry, Bobby DeLeon, Preston Yanssens, Brent Nance and Larry Callaway. In lieu of contributions, donations may be made to the Bay City Public Library. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.
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Shirley Joan Latham, 84, of Bay City, Texas, passed away April 15, 2017. She was born November 21, 1932, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Paul Lewis and Thelma DeHart. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Latham; son, Jimmy Latham; granddaughter, Courtney Clements; brother-in-law, Sonny Callaway; and her step-father, Paris A. Smith. Survivors include her daughters, Lisa Moore of San Marcos, Linda Welch Holmstrom and husband John of Jonah, and Lila Clements and husband Dee of Bay City; sister, Pat Callaway of Houston; brother, Bill Nordyke and wife Amanda of Cincinnati; grandchildren, Elisabeth Darnell and husband Tim, Tom Moore Jr. and wife Sandi, Creighton Welch and wife Michelle, Cody Welch and Genevieve Monroe, Dalton Clements, Dustin Clements and wife Ariel, and Karina Clements; and six great-grandchildren, Timothy, Demaris, Cloe, Trace, Brayden and Henry. Shirley proudly attended the Hockaday School for Girls in Dallas, Texas. Upon completion, she attended and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from the University of Texas at Austin. While at UT, she was a member of the Tri Delta sorority. For the rest of her life, Shirley was a dedicated and faithful fan of the Texas Longhorns and the Houston Astros. Her history degree served her well in her daily crossword puzzle successes, and the whole family knew to ask Mimi what a word meant before they asked Google. Her other past-times included playing golf, competing in bridge games and volunteering at the Bay City Public Library, which was convenient because she read almost every book available. Shirley’s true passion was her family. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her endless joy, laughter and love. A memorial service celebrating her life was conducted by Pastor Tim Darnell at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613. Memorials may be made to the Bay City Public Library, 979-245-6931. Bay City Tribune, Bay City Tribune, April 19, 2017 Photo and obituaries courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Margueritte Lynn Lawrence, 55, of Bay City, TX went to join her Lord and Savior on December 25, 2016. She was born July 14, 1961 in San Antonio, TX to Charles and Dorothy Ziesmer. Margueritte was a member of Abundant Life Fellowship Church. She loved to ride her Harley and serve the Lord. Margueritte was preceded in death by her parents; adoptive mom, Shirley Rogers and twin boys Harley and David. She is survived by her husband Rodney Lawrence; children Diamond Watson and wife Amanda, Desmond Watson and wife Jennifer, Amanda Alameda and husband Israel, and Rodney Lawrence, Jr. and wife Stevie Jo; grandchildren Patrick Jackson, Jesse Jackson, Dominick Miller, Sabrina Holt, Brandon Watson, Chole Watson, Jake Miller, Areana Alameda, Salena Alameda and Brena Lawrence; great-granddaughter, Isabella Miller; sisters Ruby Hamel, Edna Vanegas, Roberta Lumpkins, Dorothy Garza and brother, Butch Ziesmer.
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Memorial services for Constance Dorothea Daniel Lawson will be held at 1 p.m., Sunday, July 9, 2017 at the Church of God of Prophecy, 66 Church Lane in Van Vleck, Texas.
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Kenneth D. Leck was born September 14, 1948 in Clifton, Texas to Herbert Albert Leck and Melba Lee Morris Leck Scott. He passed away peacefully at his home with his wife by his side on January 19, 2018 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by an unborn child, his parents, step-father C. B. Jack Scott, and sister Patsy Farwell. Survivors include his wife of 47 years Janice F. Leck of Bay City; daughter Kristie Meadows (Thomas) of Bay City; sister Rita Preuitt (Raymond) of Pleasant Shade, TN, brother-in-law Willie Hoffart (Theresa) of New Waverly, Tx and grandchildren Braden Meadows and Mackenzie Meadows. Kenneth spent most of his life working in the auto parts industry starting at the age of 16 in his hometown of Clifton, Tx. In October of 1997 he and his wife purchased Dependable Motor Parts in Palacios, Tx and renamed it Prime Parts Supply. He also had a great love of playing golf with his many friends and family. The family will receive friends and relatives from 5PM until 7PM Monday at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at the Palacios Funeral Home with Dr. Alan Byrd officiating. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Thomas Meadows, Fred Buckley, Taylor Crenshaw, Rory Doss, Chris Vandenbergh, Todd Smith, Rick Williams, and John Engle. Honorary pallbearers are Willie Hoffart, Mike Wade, all present and former employees of Prime Parts Supply, and his numerous golf buddies. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Kenneth's name to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
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Miles Ledwig, 51, of Bay City, Texas passed away peacefully at his home on April 23, 2017, after battling cancer for almost two years. Miles was born February 24, 1966 in Bay City, Texas to Dewayne and Nancy Ledwig. Miles is survived by his wife, Sonja Hassell Ledwig of Bay City; his son, Dayne Ledwig of Bay City; his loving parents; Dewayne and Nancy Ledwig; his very special dog, "Larry"; and lots of nieces and nephews that love him dearly. Miles served his county in the U.S. Navy 1986-1990. Miles wishes were to be cremated; there was a Memorial celebration of his life at 3 p.m., Saturday, April 29, 2017. at the VFW on Hwy. 60 in Bay City.
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Donald Ray Ledwig died peacefully in his sleep on May 9, 2017 at the age of 59. He was born in Eagle Lake, Texas on September 15, 1957 to Ignatz Joe and Luella Bender Ledwig. The family moved to Bay City, Texas in 1963. After Donald finished school, he went to work for Otis Engineering. He then farmed and ran his own shrimp boat. Donald loved to hunt and fish with whomever would go with him. However, you might not know when you would return home! Or you might get stuck with the job of cleaning the boat or whatever other job Donald did not want to do. Donald loved to do outdoor cooking - from frying fish and shrimp to big barbeque cookouts. Donald acquired the nickname “Duck”. Donald is survived by a sister, Linda Sue Ledwig Richardson from Fredericksburg, Texas; and a brother, Ignatz “Joe” Ledwig Jr. from Bay City, Texas. He has two nieces, Bobbe Ledwig and Jill Tabor (Russell); three nephews, Zach Williamson (Natalie), Brice Ledwig and Stuart Richardson (Stacie); three great nieces, Hailey, Courtney and Avery; five great nephews, Drew, Dillan, Joshua, Jayce and Benjamin; and MANY aunts, uncles, cousins and friends….and especially his four legged girls and boy (Angel, Lulu, Lil Bit, Haley, Uno, Juliette, Rosie and Chief). Donald loved peddling his vegetables and hot sauce, playing dominoes and dancing. He also loved pulling pranks and making you laugh…especially on our Christmas gifts. Donald will be missed by many! Graveside services were held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas. A celebration of his life was held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at the Wadsworth Community Center. On Monday, May 15, 2017 at 6 p.m., we will be celebrating Donald’s life at Arke’s Blues in Bandera, Texas. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.
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Edward Franklin Lee, 94, of Bay City passed from this life January 19, 2017 at his home. He was born April 16, 1922 in Wadsworth, Texas to the late William Daniel Lee, Sr. and Elizabeth Butter Lee. After serving in the US Air Force during WWII he returned to Matagorda County and worked for Rugley Motor Company for 37 years. He was a member of Shiners and American Legion Post #0201 for 46 years. He loved fishing, hunting, his garden and working in his yard. He was the father of six children from his first marriage. He then met the love of his life Mildred Kopecky Lee. They spent the next 57 years together. He was preceded in death by three sisters, three brothers and one granddaughter. Survivors include his wife and best friend Mildred Lee; one brother Bryan Lee; his six children Charlotte Machan (Conrad), Edwina Stratta, Edward “Butch” Lee (Mary Lou), Virginia Hightower (Bill) and Rita Whitley all of Bryan, Texas and Vance Lee (Bunte) of El Maton; 14 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren; 8 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends and family may gather at 1:00 PM Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home for a short visitation. Grave Side Services will be 2:00 PM Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck with Rev. Chester Sassman officiating. Pallbearers will be William Lee, Kevin Hightower, David Heger, John La Four, Conrad Machan and Carl Ray Lee. The family would like to thank Dr. Byrd; the staff of Houston Hospice, especially Marie and Joshlyn, and caregivers Ruby, Mary and Laura. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Houston Hospice or the Charity of your choice. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Edward Franklin Lee April 16, 1922 - January 19, 2017
Edward Franklin Lee, 94, of Bay City, Texas passed from this life on January 19, 2017 at his home.
He was born April 16, 1922 in Wadsworth, Texas to the late William Daniel Lee Sr. and Elizabeth Butter Lee.
After serving in the U.S. Air Force during WWII, he returned to Matagorda County and worked for Rugeley Motor Company for 37 years. He was a member of Shriners and American Legion Post #0201 for 46 years. He loved fishing, hunting, his garden and working in his yard.
He was the father of six children from his first marriage. He then met the love of his life, Mildred Kopecky Lee. They spent the next 57 years together.
He was preceded in death by three sisters; three brothers; and one granddaughter.
Survivors include his wife and best friend, Mildred Lee; one brother, Bryan Lee; his six children, Charlotte Machan (Conrad), Edwina Stratta, Edward “Butch” Lee (Mary Lou), Virginia Hightower (Bill) and Rita Whitley, all of Bryan, Texas and Vance Lee (Bunte) of El Maton; 14 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; eight great-great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Friends and family may gather at 1 p.m., Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, for a short visitation.
Graveside Services will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas with the Rev. Chester Sassman officiating.
Pallbearers will be William Lee, Kevin Hightower, David Heger, John La Four, Conrad Machan and Carl Ray Lee.
The family would like to thank Dr. Byrd; the staff of Houston Hospice, especially Marie and Joshlyn, and caregivers Ruby, Mary and Laura.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Houston Hospice or the Charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net.
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613.
Bay City Tribune, January 22, 2017 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
Mildred Mae LeeDecember 18, 1922 - November 27, 2019Mildred Kopecky Lee 96, of Bay City, passed away November 27, 2019. She was born December 18, 1922 in Galveston, TX to Joseph Paul Kopecky and Alvina Mikesh Kopecky Degenhardt. Mildred received her education, graduating with the Shiner School Class of 1940. She later retired from Beall’s Dept. Store. Mildred is preceded in death by her parents; the love of her life Edward F. Lee; brother Clarence Kopecky; her stepfather; half-sister Irene Kelly, and half-brothers Johnny Degenhardt and Alton Degenhardt. She is survived by her step-daughters Charlotte Machan (Conrad), Edwina Stratta, Virginia Hightower (Bill), and Rita Whitley all of Bryan, TX, and step-sons Edward “Butch” Lee (Mary Lou) of Bryan, TX and Vance Lee of El Maton, TX and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends and relatives beginning at 1:00pm Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at 2:00pm at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, TX. Pallbearers are William Lee, John La Four, David Heger, Jarrod Hamlin, Wesley Mangan and Kyle Mangan. Honorary pallbearers are Kevin Hightower and Conrad Machan. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
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Irene Ashcraft Lehmann, 89, of Bay City, Texas, passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2016. She was born in Matagorda County Texas on February 8, 1927 to the late John and Mary Reinke Ashcraft. Irene worked for Marathon Oil, retiring after 30 years. She and her husband Leon traveled quite extensively. Irene took care of her daughter Sandra, who suffered with diabetes, and kept a very clean, neat home. She was a true Southern Belle. Irene is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leon Lehmann; daughter, Sandra Mulligan; three brothers, Wade Ashcraft, Wyatt Ashcraft and Clyde Ashcraft; and sister, Grace Anderson. She is survived by her sisters, Maxine Gibson of Bay City and Mary Elizabeth McMinn of Arlington, Texas; son-in-law, Patrick Mulligan and his wife Charlotte of Brenham; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family received friends and relatives from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City. Graveside services are at 3 p.m., Sunday, December 11, 2016 at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City, with the Rev. Craig Ashcraft officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 2425 Fountain View Dr., Suite 280, Houston, Texas 77057. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-4613. Bay City Tribune, December 11, 2016 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Lena Emma Leist, 82, of Cuero, Texas passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2017. She was born June 19, 1934 in Hochheim to the late Louis and Frieda Boening Blank. Lena married the love of her life, Wilfred Frank Leist on May 8, 1955 in Yoakum. She cared for children in her home, was a clerk at Bottom Dollar for years, and was a lunch lady at Cuero Junior High and High School. Lena was a charter member and past president of the Cuero VFW Auxiliary, was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church and the Cuero Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, and was a lifetime member of Herman Sons. She enjoyed baking, playing bingo, spending time with her family, and going to Coushatta. She is survived by sons, Allen Ray Leist and Lorette of Yorktown, and Darryl Gene Leist and wife Donna, of Bay City; sisters, Martha Welker of Warren, Arkansas and Mable Glaze and husband John of Cuero; brother, August Blank and wife Rosalie of Victoria; grandchildren, Lyndsie Hurley and husband, Matt of Wharton, Trandon Leist and wife Nicole of Meyersville, Lanie Milliff and husband Jason of Bay City, Todd Leist and wife Kaci of Canyon Lake, and Libbie Cruz and husband Daniel of Bay City; and great-grandchildren, Emma Beth, Eli Joseph, and Ella Margaret Hurley, Hayden Gunner, Kyler Cash, and Kinley Rose Leist, Callie Mae Leist, Maddison Sue Leist (due in May), and Luke James and David Wallace Milliff. She was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband; sisters, Annie Lou Leist and Edna Mae Prause; brothers, Gerhardt Blank and George Blank; and three angel great-grandbabies. Visitation was held Thursday, April 27, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home. Services were Friday, April 28, 2017 at 10 a.m., at St. Mark's Lutheran Church with Pastor Sharon Wiggins officiating. Interment followed at Hillside Cemetery. Pallbearers included Trandon Leist, Todd Leist, Matt Hurley, Jason Milliff, Daniel Cruz, James Leist, and Glenn Leist. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Cuero Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary or the Cuero VFW Auxiliary. You may send condolences or sign the guest book at www.freundfuneralhome.com. Freund Funeral Home. 361-275-2343. Bay City Tribune, April 30, 2017
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Carroll Prentice LeTulle, 56, of Bay City, TX passed away June 4, 2017. He was born January 17, 1961 in Port Arthur, TX to John Cleve LeTulle III and Carolyn Craig Lees. Carroll is survived by his parents; wife, Joann Cadriel LeTulle; daughters, Kandis LeTulle, Leandra Garcia and Jasmine LeTulle; sons, Justin LeTulle, Alfredo Garcia and Jose Garcia; sister, Cathy LeTulle; brother, Craig LeTulle; stepbrothers, Mike and Tim Jacobs; grandchildren, Ashton LeTulle, Deann LeTulle, Justin LeTulle Jr., Mary LeTulle, Kyliah Garcia, Kyndall Garcia, Kaitlynn Garcia, Logan Garza, Leah Garcia and Maya Garcia. The family will receive friends and relatives beginning at 5 p.m. Thursday, June 8, 2017 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City. The Rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. that evening. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, June 9, 2017 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Bay City. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Pallbearers are Justin LeTulle, Jose Garcia, Alfredo Garcia, Johnny Valdes, Ashton LeTulle and Brian Garza. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, TX. 979-245-4613. Bay City Tribune, June 7, 2017 Photo courtesy of Susie Adkins
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Curtis “Cookie” Lynn Lewis, 66, of Sweeny, TX passed away Friday, February 9, 2018 at home with his loving family at his side. He was born July 23, 1951 in Sontag, MS. Cookie grew up outside of Austin, TX. After marrying his wife Terri, they settled in Bay City, TX where he worked many years as a crane operator for Brown & Root, Gulf States, and then Dunn Equipment, at the numerous plants in the Freeport and Bay City areas. He later moved his family to the Sweeny area where he later started his own heavy equipment business, which he ran for 10 years. The last few years, he worked for Felder’s Water Well Service in Angleton, TX before retiring to spend time with his family. Cookie is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Inez Lewis of Buchanan Dam, TX; daughter, Kaye Lynn Lewis; and two brothers, Pat Lewis and Alfred Lewis. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Terri Koenig Lewis of Sweeny, TX; two daughters, Kristi Lynn Ging and husband Jeff of Palacios, TX, and Staci Lynn Lewis of Houston, TX; two beautiful granddaughters, Kacie Lynn Ging of Huntsville, TX and Jodie Shae Ging of Palacios, TX; four brothers, Andy Lewis and wife Nancy of Buchanan Dam, TX, Joe Lewis of Alpine, TX, Charles Lewis and wife Cecilia of Buchanan Dam, TX, and Preston Lewis and his wife Robin of Bertram, TX; and many nieces and nephews. It was Cookie’s wishes to be cremated and have a private family gathering. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made in his honor to the Kenneth R. Peak Brain and Pituitary Tumor Treatment and Research Center, 6445 Main St. Outpatient Center, Floor 24, Houston, TX 77030. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas; 979-245-4613.
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Shirley Faye Martin Lewis was born on July 26, 1945 to Edith and Joe F. Martin in Houston, Texas.
Shirley passed from this life on January 19, 2017 after a battle with colon cancer and Hepatitis-C.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Frank Martin; and sister, Patsy Eggert.
She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Larry N. Lewis; children, Christian Barziza, Tim Barziza and wife Jennifer, and Daniel Barziza and wife Carla; her beloved grandchildren, Bailey Barziza, Ashton Barziza, Beaux Barziza, Bella Barziza, Mason Barziza, Bricyn Barziza, Hayden Barziza and Reegan Barziza; sisters, Mary Ann Grubbs and Linda Rodgers; brothers, Donald Martin and wife Debbie, and Bob Martin and wife Debbie.
Shirley dedicated her life to being a good wife and mother, especially to taking care of her oldest son, Christian Barziza, that has Downs Syndrome.
Shirley’s wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service is pending.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Down Home Ranch in Elgin, Texas, home for Downs Syndrome men at www.downhomeranch.org.
The family invites you to send condolences at www.grimesfuneralchapels.com by selecting the “Send Condolences” link.
Arrangements are entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Kerrville.
Bay City Tribune, January 25, 2017
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Funeral services for Bruce Elroy Lister of Bay City, Texas will be held at 12 noon, Saturday, July 1, 2017, at New Fellowship Tabernacle Church, 600 Matthew Street in Bay City with Pastor A. H. Floyd, eulogist. Burial will follow at Eastview Cemetery in Bay City. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, June 30, 2017, at Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in Bay City. Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas. 979-245-5197. Bay City Tribune, June 28, 2017 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Elroy Lister On June 27, 1962, a baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Lister in Houston, Texas whom they named Bruce Elroy Lister. He grew up in South Park Houston and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School. After graduating high school Bruce was employed at St. Luke Hospital in Houston for 10 years. In 2005, he was employed by J. V. Industrial and traveled with the company for many years. Bruce loved his family and would always make sure they were taken care of. He had a passion for cooking, loved listening to Jazz music and was a Houston Texans fan. He has touched the lives and hearts of many and will be greatly missed. In 2005, he met the love of his life, Pinky Austin Lister; they made their home in Bay City. Bruce was a member of New Fellowship Tabernacle Church under the leadership of Rev. Andrew Floyd. Bruce departed this life on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 3:44 p. m. at St. Luke Hospital in Houston. He was preceded in death by his dad and brother. He leaves to cherish his many memories, a loving wife, Pinky; his mother, Mrs. Ruby; mother-in-law, Ms. Dorothy; two step-sons, Christopher and Dorian; two step-grandsons, TyQuan and Artrell; one special nephew, Patrick; one special niece, Andranika; four brothers, Eric, Larrie, Cedric and Elby; one sister, Sharon; a special friend, Marseen; one brother-in-law; and a host of nieces and nephews other relatives and friends. Active pallbearers: Willie Edison, Benji Franklin, Henry Green, Cedric Lister, Elby Lister, Patrick Lister and Corey Thomas. Honorary pallbearers: Christopher Austin, Dorian Williams, TyQuan Austin, Artrell Austin, E. Lister, Larrie Lister, Ulyssys Courtney, William Courtney.
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Eugene Long III was born in Bay City, Texas on February 14, 1992 to Eugene Long Jr. and Christie Lawrence. He was affectionately known by family and friends as “Trey". He passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2017. Trey enjoyed many outdoor activities such as riding the four-wheeler, fishing and hunting. Trey loved spending time with family and friends whenever possible. He was a loving husband and father to Areille and their children, and they loved spending time at the beach. He spent a lot of time with his brother and best friend Michael, as they shared a special bond. Trey was an all around family man in every sense of the word. He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Long Jr. Trey leaves to cherish his precious memories, his mother, Christie Lawrence; wife, Areille Long of Beaumont; son, Zion A. Long of Beaumont; daughter, Anniyah N. Long of Beaumont; brothers, Michael Lawrence of Katy and Jeremy Mitchell of Bay City; sisters, Eugenia Long and Eugencia Long, both of Bay City; maternal grandparents, Sandra and Jimmy Meyerdirk of Brazoria; paternal grandparents, Rose and Eugene Long Sr. of El Campo, and Minnie Long of Houston; mother and father-in-law, Leonard and Beverly Randle; best friend, Darrin Calk and wife Brenda of Van Vleck; hosts of aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends. Active pallbearers will be Michael A. Lawrence, Brashard Bree, Darrin T. Calk, James "Kasey" Franco, Leon Washington III, Jamal D. Wingate, Johnny Coston and Jeremy Mitchell. Honorary pallbearers will be Adam Rodriguez, William Meyerdirk, Eugene Long Sr., Jimmy Meyerdirk, Leonard Randle Sr., Marcus Farris and Russell Farris. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 11 a.m., at First Baptist Church of Brazoria in Brazoria, Texas, with Pastor Greg Smith officiating and Pastor Micah Hall eulogizing. Burial will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Van Vleck, Texas. A go fund me account has been set up for his children @ www.gofundme.com/memorial-fund-for-trey-long Online condolences may be left for the family by signing his guest book at www.dixonfuneralhome.com Final arrangements entrusted to Dixon Funeral Home of Brazoria, Texas. (979) 798-9113. Bay City Tribune, January 15, 2017
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Clifford Ray Lowery, 67, of Bay City passed away February 17, 2018. He was born December 9, 1950 in El Campo, Texas. Clifton served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He retired from Matagorda County Drainage District as a drag line operator. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe V. Lowery and twin brother Clifton Lowery. Survivors include his mother, Doris Sue Lowery; sister-in-law Grace Lowery; niece Brandy McKnight and great-niece Julia Holloway. His wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service will be hosted at a later date.
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Lee Luker, a long-time resident of Brazoria County, Tx went to her Heavenly home on Sunday, August 6, 2017, at the age of 87. She was born in 1929 in Victoria, Texas, to Levi Robert and Laura Hillyard. She grew up in Victoria, the youngest of five siblings, and graduated from Nazareth Academy. She found the love of her life, Ollie Luker, and they were married on August 26, 1955. They spent their life on the Gulf Coast, mostly Brazoria County. After her husband’s death in 1965, Lee selflessly raised her five children alone, sacrificing to give them everything they needed and more. She was actively involved in their lives as a softball coach, chaperone, bus driver to so many events, FFA supporter and overall cheering squad even throughout adulthood. She was an amazingly strong woman and the world’s best Mom! She retired from Sweeny ISD, where she worked a dual role as bus driver and office manager for more than 20 years. Even in her later years, she really enjoyed meeting adults that had ridden her bus as children. Lee was a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary 8551 West Brazos in Sweeny, Tx. She was very active, serving in various officer roles over the years and truly loved serving the veterans. Her hobbies included gardening, crocheting, baking pies, and playing Bingo. She is survived by her five children, James Luker and wife Lois, Beth Masteller and husband Duane, Linda Heinicke and husband David, Roger Luker, Donna Komlofske and husband Don; grandchildren, Robert Luker, Michael Sanders, Christopher Luker, Matthew Komlofske, Crystal Oden, Shannon Komlofske and Daniel Oden; seven great-grandchildren, Alex, Corban, Kaylee, Logun, Kaylin, Isaiah and Raina; many nieces and nephews; and “her girls,” puppy dogs, Bingo and Peewee, who meant the world to her. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ollie Luker; parents, Robert and Laura Hillyard; her three brothers, Leonard Hillyard, Benard Hillyard and Earl Hillyard; her sister, Dorothy Martin; and her son, LeRoy Luker. A memorial service will be held on August 19, 2017 at Palms Funeral Home in Angleton, Texas with visitation at 10 a.m. and service at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the following organizations: VFW Military Assistance Program (P.O. Box 15285, Austin, TX 78761); The Military Moms and Wives of Brazoria County (P.O. Box 2345, Angleton, TX 77516); and The American Diabetes Association. Services lovingly fulfilled by the dedicated staff at Palms Funeral Home located at 2300 East Mulberry Angleton, Texas 77515 (979) 849-4343. Online condolences may be sent to the family by signing the online guestbook at www.palmsfuneralhome.com.
Bay City Tribune,
August 13, 2017 |
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Enemensia “Mencha” Luna, 86, of Palacios, passed away January 19, 2018. She was born on October 30, 1931 in Inez, Texas to the late Manuel and Maria Altamira Rodriguez. Mencha was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved to cook for her family, and was well known in Palacios. Mencha is preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband Elias; daughter Mary Jane Reyna, and her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children Elias Luna, Jr. and wife Delia of Lake Jackson, George W. Luna and wife Mary Alice of Waco, Linda Luna of Bay City, Sam D. Luna and wife Melissa of Round Rock; sister Rosita Martinez of Victoria; 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends and relatives 5:00-8:00pm Tuesday January 23 at Palacios Funeral Home with the Rosary being recited at 6:30pm. Mass of the Resurrection will be 10:00am Wednesday January 24, 2018 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Palacios. Rite of committal to follow at the Palacios Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. FL 17,Chicago, Il. 60601
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