John D. MacQuiston

December 31, 1906 – August 28, 1910

The three-year-old son of Mr. H. M. MacQuiston died last night of peritonitis after an illness of only two days. The remains were embalmed today by Undertaker Hill, and the father first thought he would ship them to the North for interment, but later decided to lay them to rest in Cedarvale Cemetery. The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon at 4:30, and the friends and acquaintances of the bereaved father are invited to attend. This is the second heart-rending bereavement to be visited upon Mr. MacQuiston within a year, his young wife having died less than twelve months since. He resides on the Scott farm north of Van Vleck, of which he is manager.

Matagorda County Tribune, September 2, 1910                         Obituary courtesy of Susie Adkins

Jay Anderson “J-Bird” Mallard
February 11, 1943 - September 12, 2018

Jay Anderson “J-Bird” Mallard passed away on September 12, 2018, while traveling with his wife, Janet, to his stepson Zach’s wedding in Ohio.

“J-Bird” was born February 11, 1943, in Bay City, Texas to Richard “Dick” and Ruth Mallard. Both predeceased Jay.

He is survived by his sister, Sally Mallard Rogers of Bay City; his wife, Janet Mallard of Houston and Angleton; his son, Richard Mallard of San Marcos; his daughter, Cristina Mallard Bru of Ohio; his grandsons, Roman Bru and Christopher Jay Bru; his granddaughters, Iliana Mallard and Olivia Mallard; and his stepsons, Zach Stebbins, Rich Stebbins, Jeff Stebbins.

Jay met the love of his life, Janet Mallard, they married June, 2010. They loved to travel and they welcomed each other’s family and friends. They were looking forward to settling into their new home in Angleton. Jay was very proud of Janet; and, a very content family man.

Jay graduated from Bay City High School in 1961 and loved each and every one of his classmates. Jay attended every reunion he possibly could. Jay loved his community. Of Jay’s many friends, Kay Franks was a special friend.

J-Bird was loved by many, but had three “best friends” through life, G. P. “Geep” Hardy III; Albert “Buzzy” Riis Due and Richard Starnes. Geep and Jay attended Miss Tenie Holmes School together at age five; and, their friendship endured 70 years. Buzzy, Jay, Richard and Geep were friends for life and were brothers.

J-Bird graduated from Texas State University (Southwest Texas State) with a degree in Music. He loved to sing and had the voice of an angel, not because of the quality of his voice, but because he was an angel. Jay was kind and sweet and shared his happiness with friends and strangers, alike.  Jay was Methodist by faith; but, was non-denominational when it came to sharing his love of music with the church.

J-Bird received his law degree from St. Mary’s Law School in December 1971 and practiced law in Angleton, Texas from April 20, 1972 until his death. He loved his clients and loved the practice of law.

Between college and law school, Jay served in the U. S. Army as an officer, serving a tour of duty in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged.  After serving in Vietnam it was discovered he suffered the effects of Agent Orange. He received treatment from the V.A. and was given military disability. Jay specified that his body be donated to science for organ donation; and, for research about the effects of Agent Orange.

A memorial service will be scheduled after the family has returned from Ohio. The service will be a wonderful celebration of J-Bird’s life, filled with memories and love.

Bay City Tribune, September 23, 2018
 

Paul Mitchell Mallia, Jr.
February 15, 1930 - December 07, 2018

Paul Mitchell Mallia, Jr., 88, passed away December 7, 2018. He was born February 15, 1930 in Galveston, TX to the late Paul Mitchell Mallia, Sr. and Mary Katherine Semunovich Mallia.

He proudly served his country in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict and later retired from Phillips Petroleum.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years Vallie Ruth Mallia, his son John Mallia, and grandson Nicholas Mallia.

Survivors include son W. E. “Bill” Mallia and wife Cherry; grandson Christopher Mallia and wife Jessica; granddaughters, Brittnie Mallia, Taylor Warnick and Samantha Mallia; and three great grandchildren Brandy, Michael and Thomas Paul.

Visitation will begin at 5:00 PM Friday, December 14, 2018 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with a rosary being recited at 6:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM Saturday, December 15, 2018 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Rev. Greg Korenek officiating. Interment will follow at Sweeny Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mike Shoppa, Bill Vautrain, Kenneth Bruce, Tim Lewis, Jim Follett and John David McBride.

Bay City Tribune, December 12, 2018
 

Donna Kaye Gruenewaldt Manna
September 15, 1938 - May 31, 2018

Donna Kaye (Gruenewaldt) Manna, born September 15, 1938 to Edward A. and Marguerite W. (Mead) Gruenewaldt, in Milwaukee, WI, passed away on May 31, 2018 in San Antonio, Texas, of pancreatic cancer.

She met Paul Manna at Ft. Bliss, TX and later married in Milwaukee, WI on May 17, 1958. After 17 moves, they made San Antonio their final home in 1974.  They recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.

Donna worked at United Services Automobile Association (USAA) for 22 years.  She also earned a BBA from Incarnate Word College. When Donna retired from USAA, she became the professional clown, “Donnabelle.”  Donna (Donnabelle) was an active volunteer in both the civilian and military communities.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her husband, Army LTC (Ret.) Paul E. Manna; her children, Phillip Manna, Sharon Fajkus, Cindy Hacker, Barbara Haines, and Michelle Kelman; seven grandchildren; and her brother, Burns Gruenewaldt.

Interment is June 14, 2018 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to her favored charities including Reaching Maximum Independence and Fisher House-BAMC.

For details on Donna’s life, please visit www.missionparks.com/obituaries/donna-manna.

Bay City Tribune, June 10, 2018
 

Eva Kay Mason
July 19, 1959 - May 30, 2018

Eva Kay Mason, 58, of West Columbia, Texas passed away May 30, 2018. She was born July 19, 1959 in Huntington, West Virginia to Gilbert and Mildred Jones Knight.

Eva loved spending time with her family and friends. She loved her pets. Eva loved writing poetry at the beach, treasure hunting and riding her Harley with her husband. She loved working with special education children, and was honored to be part of the Sheriff’s Citizen Academy.

Eva is preceded in death by her parents; sisters, JoAnn Knight, Donna Henry and Pam Porter; and brother, Wayne Knight.

She is survived by her husband, Jeff Alan Mason; daughter, Kayla Garcia and husband Cody; and son, Ricky Harmon and wife Misty all of Bay City, Texas; sisters, Susan Lafferty of North Carolina, June Clary and Diane Adkins of West Virginia; brothers, Sonny Knight and Timothy Knight of West Virginia; and grandchildren, Brandon Harmon, Alexis Harmon and Hope Harmon.

A private celebration of Eva’s life will be scheduled at a later date.

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.

Bay City Tribune, June 06, 2018
 

Jewell Mable Massey

Funeral service will be held for Mrs. Jewell Mable Massey, 69, of Sweeny, 2 pm Tuesday at the First Baptist Church of Old Ocean.  Officiating at the services will be the Rev. Bobby Good.

Massey died October 31, 1981 at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Wharton.

She is survived by husband, Alton E. Massey of Sweeny; sisters, Flora Opal Cruzan of Cortez, Colorado, Maxine Retherford of Palmer, Alaska, Marjorie Miller of Sweeny; brothers, William J. Roundtree of Uvalde, James E. and Elvin L. Roundtree of Cortez, Colorado, Herman H. Roundtree of Redfield, Colorado.

She was a member and past matron of the Order of Eastern Star Sweeny Chapter 873 and a resident of the Sweeny area for the past 34 years.

Burial will follow services at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck.  

Pallbearers include R. G. Nash, N. O. Thomas, J.L. Mercer, D. Pettigrew, O. D. Miller, A. M. Anderson, D. T. Ellis and J. D. Steubin.

Arrangements with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

Daily Tribune, Nov. 2, 1981        Courtesy of Faye Cunningham
 

Mary Matthews

Funeral services for Mary Matthews, 77, of Bay City will be held 2:30 pm Sunday at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck.

Mrs. Matthews was born Oct. 31, 1911, in Uvalde to O. L. and Laura Clements Whittlesey and died March 31, 1989, at Matagorda General Hospital, Bay City.

A resident of Bay City since 1936, she was a member of the First Christian Church.

Survivors include her husband, James S. Matthews of Bay City; three sisters, Amy Hamilton, Elma Hamilton and Alma Burford, all of Bay City; two brothers, Floyd Whittlesey of Groveton, Texas and Farrell Whittlesey of Trinity, Texas; and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers include Paul Warren, J. C. Whittlesey, George Whittlesey, Larry Hamilton, Robert Matthews and James Hamilton.  Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City. 

The Daily Tribune, April, 1989            Obituary & photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham                            James S. Matthews

James S. Matthews

Funeral services for James S. Matthews, 89, of Bay City were scheduled for 2 pm today at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. W. A. Haskell officiating.  Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck.

Mr. Matthews was born Dec. 28, 1900, in Caney, Texas to Rodney Van Dorn and Gertrude Green Matthews and died Jan. 21, 1990, at Matagorda General Hospital, Bay City.

A lifelong resident of Bay City, he was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bay City.

Pallbearers include Raymond Brooker, Gary Matthews, Rodney Matthews Jr., Mark Grisham, James Hamilton and Leonard Ellis.

Arrangements are with Taylor Funeral Home, Bay City.

Daily Tribune, January 1990            Courtesy of Faye Cunningham
 

Gilbert Medina
June 07, 1957 - November 14, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Gilbert Medina announces his passing on Wed. Nov. 14, 2018 at the age of 61. He was born to the late Antonio and Maria C Medina on June 7, 1957 in Ganado, Tx.

Gilbert is preceded in death by his parents along with his brother Juan Antonio Medina, his sister Rosie Ann Medina and grandparents.

He is survived by his sisters: Mary G. Medina from Port Lavaca, Lydia Medina, Molly (Salvador) Luna, Virginia (Tomas) Morales from Bay City, along with brothers Roy (Nena) Medina from Bay City, Fred (Gregoria) Medina from Clute and Herman (Vickie) Medina from Indiana.

Although Gilbert did not have any children he had numerous nieces and nephews and even more great nieces and great nephews that he shared his love with.

Anyone who knew Gilbert knew he was an avid lover of the Dallas Cowboys. He was loved by many and never met a stranger. In his younger years he enjoyed competitive games of football, horseshoes, darts, pool, checkers and shuffleboard. He loved talking mess to his friends because that was Gilbert, no one could tell him what to do. LOL

The family will receive visitation on Sunday, November 18, 2018 from 5 - 6 pm. with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6 p.m. at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Mass of the Resurrection will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, November 19, 2018 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City with Monsignor Gerry Cernoch celebrant. The Rite of Committal will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Rod Medina III, Mario Luna, Victor Barrera, Anthony Morales, Steven Garcia, and Fred Medina Jr.

The family would like to thank all the family and friends that were supportive, understanding and continued praying for Gilbert through his different surgeries. After all, we are the hands and feet of Our Lord; it is our duty to pass on the love and compassion to our brothers and sisters.

“St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell satan and all evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen”

Bay City Tribune, November 18, 2018               Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Manuel Mejias
February 7, 1931 - August 9, 2018 

Manuel Mejias, 87, of Bay City, Texas passed away August 9, 2018. He was born February 7, 1931 in Hocheim, Texas to Isa Mejias and Victoria Moreno Mejias.

Manuel is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Susana Perez Mejias; and second wife, Maria Mejias.

He is survived by wife,  Gloria Resendez Mejias; daughters, Diana Mejias of Friendswood,  Doris Munguia (Eddie) of Rosenberg, and Sandra Mejias Barrera  of Baytown; sons, Ray Guerra Sr. of Bay City, Manuel Stephen Mejias Jr. of Cleburn, Norman Lee Mejias Sr. (Arcilia) of Bay City, Freddie Mejias (Jolene) of Bay City, Victor Isaac Mejias (Maria R. Mejias) of Zapata and Joel Christopher Mejias (Jennifer) of Bay City; brother, Pedro Trevino of Victoria; 31 grandchildren; 62 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., with a 6:30 p.m. Rosary, Thursday August 16, 2018 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday August 17, 2018 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bay City.

Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.

Pallbearers are Ray Guerra, David Garza, Erik Solis, Chris Mejias, David Mejias, Richard Ochoa, Manuel Ortiz, Isaac Barrera, Dylan Guerra, Norman Mejias Jr., Johnny Mejias and Michael Barrera.

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.

Bay City Tribune, August 15, 2018                  Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Robert K. Miles
May 3, 1948 - December 4, 2018

Robert K. Miles of Tri-Cities, WA (formerly of Bay City, Texas) passed away December 4, 2018. He was born May 3, 1948 in Freeport, Texas to parents Jeannette Helton Lee and James Miles.

He is preceded in death by his spouse, Mary Lou Miles; parents, C.B. and Jeannette Lee; and father, James B Miles.

He is survived by his children, Melinda Owen (Greg), Michelle Stewart (Joe), and Mary Miles (Lesley); grandchildren, Christopher (Carmen) and Mykala Owen, Allison, Ashley, and Robert Stewart; great grandchildren, Kane Naugle, Blaze Davalos, Kiera Stewart and Jameson Smith (on the way!); brothers and sisters, William Lee (Martha) and Theresa Kocurek, (Andy), Jerry Duty, (Gary) and  Danny Lee (Claudia); and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was a carpenter by trade but had a serving spirit throughout his life from serving in the Van Vleck Volunteer Fire Department, Matagorda County Reserve Deputy to elected Constable of Matagorda County and Knights of Columbus. He never met a stranger and was always willing to help others. If you asked him what his biggest accomplishment was he would tell you his daughters and grandchildren. He never missed a Van Vleck football game from the time his oldest daughter started high school until his youngest daughter graduated. He will always be remembered as a humble and gentle soul.

A celebration of life will be held early next summer in Van Vleck, Texas.

Bay City Tribune, December 9, 2018
 

Emma Miller

February 16, 1868 – June 6, 1948

Mrs. Emma Bradford Miller, 80 years 2 months 20 days, passed away at the residence of her son, Mr. Fred Miller of Van Vleck, Texas, Sunday at 9:15 PM.

She is survived by: two daughters, Mrs. Maggie Pace of McDade, Texas and Mrs. Mae Fickel of Bay City, Texas; two sons, Messrs. F. M. and A. W. Miller of Van Vleck, Texas; and, one brother, Mr. Reese Bradford of San Antonio, Texas. Mrs. Miller had been living in the Van Vleck community for two years, coming from Bartlett, Texas.

Funeral services will be Monday at 4:00 PM from Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, with Rev. Horace Gooman, pastor of The Calvary Baptist Church of Bay City, Texas officiating. Active pallbearers will be: Doyle Coston Jr., Doyle Coston Sr., E. Rudd, James Rainey, H. O. Guest and Junior Lewis. Interment will be in Cedarvale Cemetery. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

The Daily Tribune, June 7, 1948           Obituary courtesy of Susie Adkins

Leon Miller
 

James Edward Mokry

James Edward Mokry, 84 of Sweeny, Texas passed away on Monday, July 30, 2018 in Houston, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, August 3, 2018 at Baker Funeral Home in Brazoria, Texas. The family will be receiving friends from 1 p.m. until service time.

Services are under the direction of Baker Funeral Home, 118 W. Texas, Brazoria, Texas 77422; (979)-798-2128.

Bay City Tribune, August 1, 2018
 

Olivia Cervantes Montalbo
June 23, 1923 -  September 3, 2018

Olivia Cervantes Montalbo, age 95 of Bay City, Texas died peacefully on Monday, September 3, 2018.

She was born on June 23, 1923, in Boling, Texas to Reyes Cervantes and Tomasa Moreno.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Faustino V. Montalbo, Sr., her daughter Rosita and sons, Faustino, Jr. (and wife Carol), Guadalupe, Jesse and Joe Daniel. Also preceding her in death, grandchildren Christopher Montalbo and Domingo Garcia, Jr. 

Olivia loved her family and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all. 

Living her life in the Catholic faith, when she became immobile, members of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church helped her continue to participate in Holy Communion each Sunday by visiting her home. 

She will be remembered for her forgiving heart and ability to love all who entered her life, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchilren.

Olivia was a multi-talented woman who could sew, play the harmonica, make the best tortillas and never left her home without looking her best. 

She is survived by her children, Mary Jasso of Bay City, Rosa Garcia (Domingo) of Angleton, Manuel Montalbo (Linda) of Batesville, Arkansas and Gilberto “Tito” Montalbo of Rosenberg. Grandchildren, Jonnie Montalbo, Erica Perez, Joey Medina, Jamie Montalvo, Ronnie Pruitt, Mary Sanchez, Daniel Montalbo, Wallace Montalbo, Martina Moreno, Sylvester Garcia, Levi Garcia, Angela Walker, Merissa Hudson, Shalena Montalbo and David Montalbo; 36 great-grandchildren and 21 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by her youngest brother Joe Caballero of Houston, Texas and various nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. 

Family will begin receiving friends and relatives for viewing at 3 p.m. with rosary at 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 9 at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, September 10 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Father Gerry Cernoch officiating. 

Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Van Vleck.

Pallbearers: Brandon Montalvo, Sylvester Garcia, David Silva, Jr., Michael Huerta, Gabriel Lamay and Jesse Montalbo.

Bay City Tribune, September 5, 2018

Joe Morales, Sr.
October 04, 1948 - November 20, 2018

Joe Morales, Sr., 70, a Marine and Vietnam Veteran, was called to Heaven on Tuesday, November 20, 2018. He was born October 4, 1948 in Port O’Connor, TX to the late Remigio Sr. and Victoria Morales.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Jesse Morales and Ray Morales, and sister Sara Barrios. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Teresa Esquivel Morales; sons Joe Morales, Jr. (Jackie), Carlos Morales (Tara) and Nicholas Esquivel; daughters Dora Rios and Carol Cortez (Herman); 10 grandchildren, two of which were raise like daughters (Angelica and Amber) and 5 great-grandchildren. He loved to fish, hunt and spend time with his family and friends. Making great memories with everyone he met. Everyone who knew him called him “Morales” or “Pop”. He will be greatly loved and missed.

The family will receive friends and relatives 5:00-7:00pm Monday, November 26 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. The Rosary will at 6:00pm that evening. Services will be 10:00am Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church with Fr. Gabriel J. Mensah officiating. Interment will follow at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers are James Esquivel, Johnny Moreno, Michael Morales, Rocky Galvan, Luis Zavala, Jr., Albert Morales, Ramiro Moreno and Auturo Morales.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Rudolph Elwood Mosier, Jr.

Rudolph Elwood Mosier, Jr. finally found peace and rest on April 12, 2018 surrounded by his wife, loving family and devoted friends. He was 86 years of age. He was born on February 25, 1932 to Stella Mae Rinks and Rudolph Elwood Mosier. He was the eldest of three boys. As a life-long resident of Palacios he worked at Alcoa for 28 years as a First Class Machinist and remained a member of Alcoa’s 25 year club. He was also a very skilled carpenter and enjoyed building houses around Palacios and was very proud when he built his first shrimp boat and joined the shrimping industry. He also learned the skill of sewing and repairing shrimp nets for his boat and those of others. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Flora Margerum Mosier, whom he was married to for fifty six years. He was also preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his present wife, Vikijane Sheeran Mosier, and his two brothers Donald Ray Mosier (Wray Nell) and Johnnie Earl Mosier (Dolores). He is survived by his three children Terry Wayne Mosier (Debbie), Diana Kay Mosier Slavik (Harold), and Susan Carol Mosier Stanfield (Derrek) and his three step-children Joseph, Daniel, and Jacob Bear (Laura). He has seven grandchildren, Angela Diaz, Mary Lynn Mosier, Bonnie Harvey (Roger), Leigh Ann Mosier Roemer (Eric), Kristen Treider (Russell) Cassie Sternadel (Matthew), and Daniel Stanfield and two step grandchildren Michael and Natalie Bear. He is also survived by fourteen great grandchildren, Austin, Adrian and Alaina Diaz; Mackenzie Curington, Kaiden, Jacob, Lucas, Flora, and Erica Harvey; Lila and Luke Sternadel; Hannah and Chloe Treider and Evan Stanfield.

Visitation will be 2:30-3:30 pm at the Palacios Funeral Home on Sunday, April 15, 2018. Immediately following the visitation, a Graveside service officiated by Pastor Chris Webb will be held at the Palacios Cemetery Pavilion at 4:00 p.m. Honorary Pallbearers will be the First Baptist Church Men’s Sunday School Class. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to First Baptist Church, Palacios.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Benito "Ben" Muniz, III

Benito "Ben" Muniz, III passed away Friday, April 4, 2018, after battling cancer for a year and a half.   He is survived by his wife, Cindy, and his children Megan, Corey, Kayla, Abigail, and Avery.

Ben was born in Bay City, Texas to Consuelo (Connie) and Benito (Ben) Muniz, Jr. on November 8, 1962. His siblings are Joseph (Jody) Muniz and Marjorie (Margie) and husband Gerardo (Jerry) Monroy.

Ben’s favorite pastime was playing with children. He had a lot of patience with the young and old. He graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering, and finished his career with City Utilities in Springfield, Missouri.

 A Rosary will be held 9:30 AM Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. A Memorial Mass will follow the Rosary at 10:00 AM with Msgr. Gerry Cernoch officiating.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home              [burial Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck, Matagorda County, Texas]
 

Nathaniel Rudolph “Rudy” Murphey

Nathaniel Rudolph “Rudy” Murphey, 71, of Markham, Texas passed away July 16, 2018.  He was born February 26, 1947 in Corpus Christi, Texas.

He was a skilled aluminum welder who loved to build boats.

He was preceded in death by his father, Edgar William Murphey; his mother, Margaret Cathleen Niemietz; and brothers, Phillip Murphey, Steve Murphey and Edgar Murphey.

Survivors include his sister, Pat Ware; brother, Freddie Murphey; nieces and nephews, Tina Willson, Steven Murphey, Stephanie Allen, Vannessa Murphey, Charlotte Lynn Rohloff, Elizabeth Gayle Murphey, Fred Murphey Jr., Craig Ware and Shane Ware; and numerous great nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 19, 2018 at the Sandia Cemetery in Sandia, Texas.

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

Bay City Tribune, July 18, 2018
 

Judith Lea Murphy

Judith Lea Murphy, 72, of Palacios passed away August 20, 2018. She was born November 21, 1945 in Fairbanks, Alaska.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her son David Osborne.

Survivors include her husband Jack Murphy of Palacios; daughter Jennifer Dowden (Mark) of Cumming, GA; daughter Tracy Moore of Titusville, Florida; step-daughter Susie Murphy (Wayne Rutherford) of Humble, TX and grandson Michael Dowden.

Judy loved to pick & grin, fish for crappie and play Texas Hold ‘em! She will be remembered for her sunny personality, kindness to all she met, and her positive outlook.

Visitation is scheduled for 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 PM.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Shirlee Ann Murphy
February 20, 1934 - July 02, 2018

Shirlee Ann Murphy, 84, formerly of Woodland, Michigan started the next chapter of her book on July 2, 2018 in Greensboro, NC at the home of her daughter Brenda Jane Studt, who lovingly cared for her with the support of Hospice & Palliative Care of Greensboro until the time of her death.

Shirlee was born in Woodland, Michigan to Verlin and Jeanette Murphy on February 20, 1934.  She attended Woodland Public School, as well as Michigan State University where she obtained a BA in Humanities, and a Masters in Art History. She also received a Masters degree in Library Science from the University of Michigan.  She spent her career employed by Michigan State University as the Art Librarian and was instrumental in developing the first Art, Maps and Microfilm Library for MSU.  Following her retirement from Michigan State University, Shirlee moved to Eaton Rapids, and then Palacios, TX before settling in Greensboro, NC in 2010.

Shirlee is preceded in death by her parents; former husband and father of her children, Wendell Studt; dear sister, Susan Hinckley and faithful companion, Victor Rogers of Saddlebag Lake, Lake Odessa and Eaton Rapids.  

Shirlee is survived by her children, Marla (Herbert) Rickloff of Ann Arbor; Kristen Studt of Battle Creek; Gary (Cindy) Studt of Lake Odessa, Dana (Charlie Baker) Studt of Cincinnati, OH and daughter Brenda Jane Studt of Greensboro, NC; also survived by her younger brother, David (Rosie) Murphy of Nashville, Michigan and dear younger sister, Juanita Ware of Bay City, Texas.  Shirlee was lucky to have nine grandchildren; Michael, Matthew, Amanda, Laura, Kristen, Theresa, Greg, Blake, Elizabeth and eleven great-grandchildren as well as eight nieces and nephews.  Shirlee is also survived by Kirsten Jensen and family of Valby, Denmark-- who was an exchange student and maintained a life-long special relationship with Shirlee.

 A proud Democrat and frequently a delightfully “nasty woman,” Shirlee was an avid reader who waxed poetic when it came to Wendell Berry and could be found chair dancing to a Doc Watson tune or two.  In memory of Shirlee, and in lieu of flowers, she would be tickled pink if you would please go to your favorite bookstore (preferably local, preferably Independent) and buy a book, take it home and enjoy it!  

The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the caring nurses and social worker of Hospice & Palliative Care of Greensboro as well as numerous friends, including special family friend Peggy Hickle for her love and support. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. Please visit their website to place online condolences or to sign the guest book, www.millsfuneral.com.

Mills Funeral Home Shelly-Odell Chapel, Eaton Rapids, Michigan 48827