Matagorda County Obituaries
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Nouhad Mounir Mamoun
February 03, 1948 - September 20, 2019

Nouhad Mounir Mamoun, age 71of San Marcos, formerly of Bay City, passed away September 20, 2019. He was born February 3, 1949 in Beirut, Lebanon to Mounir Al-Mamoun and Wissal Shahine Mamoun.

Nouhad was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was an avid fisherman, loved to play backgammon, and to be outdoors with nature. Nouhad was a lifetime member of the Lions Club, and loved his church family in both Bay City & San Marcos. Always a people person, he was a strong presence in the lives of people that knew him. Nouhad drew folks in with his large & loving spirit and smile!

Nouhad is preceded in death by his father Mounir Al-Mamoun, mother Wissal Shahine Mamoun, and brother Zuhair Mamoun. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Sharilyn Mamoun; children Lena Mamoun, Patricia Mamoun Workman and husband Jeremy; grandchildren Danielle Workman and Lauren Workman; siblings Dr. Michael Mamoun, Salwa Shahine, Dr. Sami Mamoun, Dr. Fouad Mamoun, Houda Bitar, Ghada Shaar, Imad Mamoun, and Fadwa El Baba; plus numerous other loved ones.

The family will receive friends and relatives 5:00-7:00 pm Friday, September 27 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Memorial services are 2:00 pm Saturday, September 28, 2019 at First Baptist Church of Bay City with Dr. Mike Zimmerman officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery.

Bay City Tribune, September 25, 2019

Photo courtesy of Susie Adkins
 

Alexandria Renee Maseda

February 9, 1992 – January 25, 1995

Funeral services for Alexandria Renee Maseda, 2, of Bay City, are scheduled for 10:00 AM Monday, January 30, 1995, at The Living Waters Church, with Rev. Mike Mercer officiating. Burial will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City. Prayer services will be held at 7:00 PM Sunday, January 29, 1995, with Rev. Ralph Gonzales officiating.

She was born February 9, 1992, in Bay City, to Albert III and Susana Dominguez Maseda and passed away January 26, 1995, at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston.

She is survived by her parents, Albert III and Susana Maseda of Bay City, by her maternal grandparents, Abel and Juana Dominguez of Bay City, by her paternal grandparents, Albert, Jr. and Diana Maseda of Bay City; by one sister, Minnie Ashley Maseda of Bay City, and one brother, Albert Maseda IV of Bay City.

Pallbearers are Chris Garza, Angel Dominguez, Abel Dominguez, Jr., and Daniel Dominguez.

Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home in Bay City.

The Daily Tribune, January 29, 1995                 Obituary courtesy of Susie Adkins                            Photos courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Michael A. Masters Jr. - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Gary Lee Mathis
August 16, 1951 - September 14, 2019

Gary Lee Mathis, 68, of Bay City passed away September 14, 2019 after a short illness. He was born August 16, 1951 in Wharton, TX to Allen Mathis and Averill Hoffman Mathis.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Joe Buzek and sisters Patricia Mathis and Sandra Herrington.

Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Linda; children Staci (Adrian) Mathis, James (Silvia) Mathis and Sara (Eli) Hatfield; grandchildren Candyce Brigham, Emily Mathis, Adrian Thornton, Blayne Mathis, Staci Thornton, Olivia Mathis, Mae Thornton, Kaitlyn Hatfield and Ethan Hatfield; great grandchild Sawyer Mitchell; siblings Robert Mathis, Averill Sexton and Cyril Buzek.

Gary joined the US Army in 1970 and served one tour of duty in Vietnam. Upon his return, he worked in the oilfield and eventually started his own welding service. His desire to serve the public led him to a 28 year career in law enforcement. Being guided by his strong Christian faith and honest beliefs, he served as Matagorda County Sheriff from 2009-2012.

Gary was a strong family man, loving his children and grandkids with his whole heart. No matter the time of day, if anyone in his family needed anything, he was always quick to help. He will be dearly missed.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5PM until 7PM Thursday, September 19, 2019 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Friday, September 20, 2019 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Dr. Mike Zimmerman officiating. Interment will follow at Midfield Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tim Pelischek, Blayne Mathis, Jeff Dannels, Jacob Dannels, Brian Dannels and Joshua Dannels.

 Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Doug Matthews
May 08, 1931 - September 26, 2019

Doug Matthews, 88, of Bay City, passed away September 26, 2019. He was born May 8, 1931 in East Bernard, TX to Leonard and Joy Roe Matthews.

Doug raised his family in Sweeny, TX, working for Cut Rate Home Builders as a supervising contractor. After retiring, his love of ranching included, managing Bailey Cattle Co. longhorn breeders in Matagorda County. He also spent many weekends team roping on the back of his favorite horse “Dodge”. As owners of 2-D Auction, Doug and Vicki did numerous auctions in the tri-county area. His love for dancing lead, to a regular Thursday night in El Campo with friends. Doug never met a stranger.

Doug is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Vicki Smith Matthews; daughters Cynthia Heard and husband Ricky of Sweeny, and Nina Darlene Ryan of Freeport; sons Dennis Matthews, and David Matthews and wife Barbara of Sweeny; sister Gloria Betek and husband Ray of Bastrop; 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends and relatives 3:00-5:00 pm Sunday, September 29 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Services are 2:00 pm Monday, September 30, 2019 at the funeral home, with Rev. Ray Chancey, Sr. officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers are David Bruce, Colby Ryan, Terry McLaren, Robert Boone, Desi Lewis and Brian Yoes. Honorary Pallbearers are Alan Sherrill, J.L. Evans, Sr., Clyde Haugh, Sr., Bud Stewart, Ray Betek and Ron Ballenger.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home               Marker photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Michael Roland Matthews
February 28, 1940 - September 09, 2019

Michael Roland Matthews of Bay City, entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 9, 2019. He was born in Houston, Texas on February 28, 1940 to James Leslie and Eloise Matthews.

Michael retired from Celanese Chemical Company. He loved to travel.  He enjoyed hunting and visiting with anyone who would talk to him.  His pride and joy were his three precious grandchildren.  He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus #3070 and the Matagorda County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Police Academy.

Mike is preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Deborah Matthews and brother Jerry Bob Matthews. He is survived by his wife Mary Ann Matthews, daughter Christi Lynn Day and husband Russell of Pearland, his sister Eloise Matthews Bayless and husband Steve, brother and best friend Don Matthews and wife Gladys, grandchildren Katelyn Taylor, Courtney Dean and Dylan Michael Day, and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be a Rosary at 9:30 am followed by the Mass of the Resurrection at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Father Greg Korenek officiating. Graveside services will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.  Pallbearers are Dylan Day, Brian Blauser, Chris Cooper, John Ashcraft, Bruce Hurta, and Scott Lawhon.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to Holy Cross School Foundation or the charity of their choice.

Bay City Tribune, September 11, 2019                         Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Donald E. Mayer - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Lydia Elana Maza

Lydia Elana Ortiz Maza, 43, of El Campo passed away on August 8,2019.

She was born on May 14, 1976 in Palacios to Santos Ortiz Jr. and Martha Saenz Ortiz Cano.

She is survived by her children Isaiah Ortiz, Roxana Maza, Briana Maza, and Liliana Maza of El Campo, mother Martha Cano of El Campo, grandson Jesus Colchado of El Campo, sisters Alma Lormand of El Campo, Eva Carvalho of Germany and Aida Ortiz of New Mexico, brothers Santos Ortiz III of Colorado, Sam Ortiz of Victoria, and Adam Ortiz of El Campo. 

She was preceded in death by her father Santos Ortiz Jr., infant son Rolando Maza Jr., and infant daughter Biridiana Maza.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday August 14, 2019 from 10 am to 12 pm at Triska Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 2 pm at First Baptist Church with Rev. Rick Dubroc officiating. Burial will follow at La Colonia Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Isaiah Ortiz, Santos Ortiz III, Sam Ortiz, Adam Ortiz, Robert Lormand II, Richard Lormand, Kris Carvalho, and Jeremiah Martinez-Villa.

Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Lormand Sr. and Mike Carvalho.
Memorial donations in memory of Lydia Ortiz Maza may be made to help with funeral expenses.

Triska Funeral Home El Campo, Texas 979-543-3681

Triska Funeral Home El Campo, Texas
 

Karen Jo Mazel - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Sabina Medina Melendez
March 30, 1933 - January 24, 2020

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Mamie Melvin

Funeral services for Mamie Melvin, 79, of Bay City will be held at 2 pm Wednesday at Bay City Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. John Kroom officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck.

Mrs. Melvin was born Aug. 1, 1910, in Eagle Lake to Virgil and Lavade Lambers Swansey and died Dec. 22, 1989 at Matagorda General Hospital.

She was a member of the Church of God of Prophesy.

Survivors include her husband, O. W. Melvin, of Bay City; a son, Teddy Lawrence Melvin, of Houston; daughters Gracie Sutton and Virginie Lee Melvin, of Bay City; a sister, Minnie Jackson, of Bay City; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Services are under the direction of Dick R. Elkins, Bay City Funeral Home.

Daily Tribune, December 1989            Courtesy of Faye Cunningham
 

Doris Lorraine Mickelson
December 14, 1923 - May 07, 2019

Doris Lorraine Mickelson went to be with her Lord May 7, 2019 at the age of 95. She was born December 14, 1923 in El Campo, TX to the late Helen Ammann Bullard and Clifford Bullard.

She was a well-known hair dresser in Bay City for many years. She loved to travel when she was young, in the later years, she crocheted and loved painting and gardening.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Earl A. Mickelson; daughter: Barbara Bose; sister: Delores Turpin; 3 brothers: Alton Ray, Charles, and Edgar Bullard; and son-in-law: Tommy Saunders.

Survivors include daughter: Gail Saunders; brother: Bobby Bullard; son-in-law: Ronnie Bose; 3 grandchildren: Nicole O’Neal & Eric, Tiffany Saunders & Caitlin, and Shawn Bose & Lori; 3 great grandchildren: Madison O’Neal, Luke Bose, and Reese Bose.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5PM until 7PM Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 10:00 AM Friday, May 10, 2019 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Chaplain Bob Hobbins officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be: Ronnie Bose, Shawn Bose, Eric O’Neal, and Tiffany Saunders.

Doris’s family wishes to thank the wonderful staff at Matagorda Nursing & Rehab for the loving compassion she was given, and the staff of Houston Hospice-El Campo for their kindness and care.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Fred Arthur Mielsch Jr.
August 10, 1926 - June 02, 2019

Fred A. Mielsch, Jr. passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, June 2, 2019. He was born August 10, 1926 in Bay City.  He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII.

He was preceded in death by his parents Fred A. Mielsch, Sr. and Ella Wasicek Mielsch and his brother John Paul Mielsch.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years Margie H. Mielsch; two daughters Diana Goodwin and Mollie Gregory; two grandsons Gary Gregory and Troy Gregory and four great grandchildren Cody (Erin) Gregory, Jacob Gregory, Breanna Martinez and Whitney Gregory.

A memorial service honoring his life will be 10:00 AM Thursday, June 6, 2019 at Cedar Lane Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Patterson officiating.

Bay City Tribune, June 5, 2019
 

Charles “Bubba” Miller
May 2, 1956 - September 4, 2019

Charles “Bubba” Miller, 63, of Wharton, Texas died on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 in Sugar Land, Texas, surrounded by his loved ones, following a valiant fight with cancer.

Bubba was born on May 2, 1956 in Waco, Texas, the son of Charles Eugene Miller and Barbara Lois Callaway Stovall.

He grew up in the Wharton area and was a 1975 graduate of Wharton High School. He worked as supervisor of maintenance and operations at Lamberti, part time contractor for many local families after Hurricane Harvey, and most recently the golf course Superintendent at Wharton Country Club. He loved to fish and golf, spending time at the bay with family and friends, but most of all loved spending time with his grandchildren.  He was a lifelong member of Wharton Country Club.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Gilbert Stovall; niece, Shana Duke and brother, Douglas Miller.

He is survived by daughters, Ryan Quinn and husband Michael of Wharton, and Hayley Miller of Wharton; son, Tyson Hardy and wife Kim of Ashwood; life partner, Wanda Davis Wolfe of Wharton and her children, Hannah Wolfe, Rylee Wolfe and grandson, Khylan Wolfe; mother of his children, Melissa Miller of Wharton; sister, Brenda Burrow and husband Ron of Bay City; brother, Joe Miller of Houston; grandchildren, Toxey Claire Quinn, Taiton James Quinn, Tide Miller Quinn, Cameron Hardy, Madison Hardy, Kaden Pulsifer, Ashlyn Pulsifer and Kylie Hardy; three great grandchildren;  and numerous nieces and nephews along with a multitude of good friends.  

Visitation will begin Saturday, September 7, 2019 starting at 5 p.m. at Wharton Funeral Home in Wharton.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Wharton with the Rev. Kelly Krone officiating.

Bay City Tribune, September 4, 2019
 

Kyy Minkert
January 28, 1943 - June 22, 2019

Pervis Kyyneth “Kyy” Minkert, 76, of Bay City passed away June 22, 2019. She was born January 28, 1943 in Crowell, TX to the late Floyd Glynn Collier and Mary Sue Bryant Collier.

She was a 1961 graduate of Tidehaven High School and worked as a Realtor for many years. She was a member of the Texas Association of Realtors and the Matagorda County Board of Realtors.

Kyy Married William “Bill” Gardner Minkert on September 1, 1961 at the First Baptist Church in Markham, TX. Bill passed away on father’s day 2004. She was also preceded in death by her parents, her brother Glynn Collier, and a grandson Noah James Minkert.

Survivors include daughters Frances Suvannah Andries and Paula Genyl Gray & husband Billy; son William Floyd Minkert & wife Julie; grandchildren Sarah Kyyneth Bennett, Kennedy Wardsorth Minkert, Samuel Wayne Gray and Phillip Casey Gray and great grandchildren Autumn Kyyneth Bennett, Ethan Gray, Parker Huntley, Gwin Gray and Auberon Adams.

Graveside services will be 3:00 PM Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at the Hawley Cemetery near Blessing, TX with Dr. Mike Zimmerman officiating.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home

William "Bill" Gardner Minkert

William "Bill" Gardner Minkert, 67, of Bay City, went to be with the Lord, June 20, 2004 after being hospitalized at the VA Hospital.

Bill was a graduate of Sam Houston University. He taught school from 1961 until his retirement from Bay City ISD in 1991. He served his country as a National Guard reservist where he was called to active duty twice during his tour with the 36th and 49th armored divisions. Bill had been a resident of Bay City since 1973; was a member of the First Baptist Church; and was one of the original founders of the National Guard Reservist.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William F. Minkert and Ellen L. Minkert.

He is survived by his wife, Kyy Minkert of Bay City; his brother and his wife, John and Sue Minkert of Angleton; his sister and her husband, Frances and Glen Whitley of Edna; his children, Frances Andries and her husband Keith of Coldspring, Texas, Paula Gray and her husband Billy Wayne of Bay City, Bill Minkert and his wife, Julie of Lawrenceville, GA; by his grandchildren, Sarah and her husband James Bennett of Dickinson, Colin, Jessica and Wesley Andries all of Houston, Phillip and Kennedy Gray both of Bay City, Kennedy Wardsworth of Lawrenceville, GA and any day now we are expecting Noah. Bill was blessed with three great grandchildren, Autumn, Brandon and Aaron. Bill is also survived by many relatives and friends that he dearly loved.

A celebration of Bill's life is planned for 2 p.m., Sunday, June 27, 2004 at the First Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Zimmerman officiating.

Burial will follow at the Hawley Cemetery in Blessing. All those who knew and loved Bill are invited to attend. Bill will always be loved and truly missed.

Pallbearers will be Phillip Gray, Samuel Wayne Gray, David Aarp, Steve Wilson, Mike Wade, and James Bennett.

Honorary pallbearers will be John H. Minkert, Glen Whitley, Glynn Collier, Floydd G. Collier, Bart Szeinbach, and Danny Anderson.

Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, VFW Post 2438, or the Arthritis Foundation.

Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City.

The Bay City Tribune, Wednesday, June 23, 2004

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Michael Anthony Montoya Jr.

Michael Anthony Montoya Jr., 38, passed away on Wednesday the 19th of June, 2019 in Houston, Texas. He was born in Houston, Texas on March 13, 1981 to Delphine Hernandez and the late Michael Anthony Montoya Sr.

He is survived by his mother Delphine Hernandez and grandmother Rose Montoya; children Michael A. Montoya III, Mia Montoya and Richard Montoya; sister Jaclyn Montoya, brothers Pete Montoya and Tobias Ojeda; nephews Pete Montoya Jr., Manuel Baeza and niece Julissa Montoya; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins who loved him dearly.

Michael is preceded in death by his father Michael A. Montoya Sr., his grandparents Don A. Montoya Sr., Esther Zepeda Lopez, Hile Hernandez and Alicia S. Hernandez.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM ~ 9:00 PM on Tuesday, June 25th, 2019 at Santana Funeral Directors, 5352 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77007.

Family would like to thank everyone for the prayers and support.

Santana Funeral Directors, Katy, Texas                     Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

James Moon Jr. - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Herman Moore & Velva Lee Moore - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Paula Jean Morey
September 02, 1956 - October 12, 2019

Paula Jean Wyatt Morey, 63, of Port Lavaca passed away October 12, 2019. She was born September 2, 1956 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to the late Paul Eugene Pitcock and Georgia Charlene Rutledge Pitcock.

Paula was the former Executive Director of the Palacios Housing Authority and loved helping with the Palacios Operation Santa.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband James Paul Wyatt, Jr. and her brother Terry Lee Pitcock.

Survivors include her husband Michael Morey; sons John Paul Wyatt, James Eugene Wyatt & wife Christina Nicole Wyatt and Devin Alan Wyatt; twin sister Pamela Sue Larcom and grandchildren Noah Hunter Wyatt, Tyler Paul Wyatt, Colton James Wyatt and Andrew Wyatt.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5PM until 7PM Friday, October 18, 2019 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 10:00 AM Saturday, October 19, 2019 at the Palacios Funeral Home with Rev. Louis Rush and Devin Alan Wyatt officiating. Interment will follow at the Palacios Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Harris, Robbie Curtis, John Paul Wyatt, James Eugene Wyatt, Devin Alan Wyatt and Glenn Larcom. Hubert Harper and Chris Larcom will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Miriam Ruth Turner Morgan
May 25, 1925 - May 26, 2019

Miriam Ruth (Turner) Morgan, 94, passed away May 26, 2019 at Clear Lake Regional Heart Tower in Webster, Texas. Ruth was born May 25, 1925 in Frametown, West Virginia and was a resident of League City, Texas a resident of Houston, Texas and a longtime resident of Bay City, Texas.

 Ruth’s life was filled with happiness from family and friends and her heart was filled with love for others. She will be greatly missed and we wish everyone will keep her in their heart. She was a CARES volunteer at Hilliard Child Development Center, Home Intervention Specialist for Matagorda County Education Services, volunteered at Bay City Women’s Crisis Center and Bay City Nature Center. Ruth was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Bay City, Texas. She was also the 1982 Woman of the Year at the Bay City Chamber of Commerce 60^th Annual Awards Banquet. When in Houston, Ruth volunteered at a local nursing home and drove a special needs school bus for Spring Branch ISD.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, George Wysong Morgan; father, Harvey Martin Turner; mother, Lakie Ann Taylor Turner; half-sisters, Pauline and Bess Turner; sisters, Mary Helen Turner Pullen, Maxine April Turner Woeltz, and Pearl Turner; and brother, John Turner.

Ruth is survived by her sister, Betty Turner Schoolcraft of Frametown, West Virginia, and brother, Samuel Turner; daughters, Cora Ann Morgan Bigwood of League City, Texas, and Camille Audrey Morgan of Dallas, Texas; son-in-law, David Paul Bigwood; grandson, Vic Cruz; ‘granddaughters’, Jumirey Cruz Mejia and Nergivell Cruz; ‘grandson-in-law’, Santiago Mejia; ‘great-grandsons’, Jafari Ford, Khyran Ford, Jayceon Ford, Remy Ford and Samuel Cruz; ‘great-granddaughters’, Sarah Cruz and Elena Meija; niece. Anniedear Woeltz Chappell of McMinnville, Oregon; ‘niece’, Ann Marie Saunders Hartley; and ‘nephew’, Fred Saunders.

There will be a memorial service at First Presbyterian Church, 2216 Avenue H, in Bay City, Texas on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 2 p.m.

Gravesite burial at Mt. Olivet in Dickinson, Texas will be on Monday, July 22, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. 

In lieu of flowers a contribution to Bay City Women’s Crisis Center, Bay City Nature Center or First Presbyterian Church in Bay City would be greatly appreciated.

Bay City Tribune, Wednesday, July 17, 2019
 

Martha Sue Morrow - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Micheal Raymond Morrow
March 02, 1970 - September 14, 2019

Micheal Raymond Morrow, 49, of Bay City, Texas passed away September 14, 2019 in Houston, Texas. He was born on Monday, March 2, 1970 to his parents David Edward Safford and Jacqueline Fay Morrow in Berlin, Vermont.

Micheal was not known for being a very outspoken person, unless of course you knew him closely, but he was a man of many talents and hobbies. He especially loved spending time with his family who he loved dearly. He enjoyed racing trucks that he fabricated and modified in Connecticut, and was always found to be in his garage working on projects, as well as loyally maintaining the family vehicles. He was also an avid fisherman and loved fishing with the Yankee Fleet in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Micheal worked as a carrier for the Houston Chronicle with the love of his life, Christine for about 12 years. They were even married in their distributor’s backyard. Micheal was a lover of animals, and even had a tattoo of his python “Boots.” He rescued many animals throughout his life, including two cats he found and nursed them back to health, as well as his beloved 9 year old boxer, Saddie Anne, who he found neglected in a house. He was a man full of love!

Micheal was survived by his wife, Christine Hengstebeck Morrow; mother, Jacqueline Morrow; sister, Susan Dupuis and her two daughters Ashley Miller (husband Dennis and kids Angelina & Andrew), and Rebecca Oosterman (husband Jeremy and sons Christopher & William); he is also survived by his in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Hengstebeck along with their children, Michelle, Robert W., Christine (June), Katharine (Rick McCann) and Lydia; as well as his boxer Saddie Anne, and a host of friends and family. He is preceded in death by his father, David Safford.

Donations can be made in Micheal’s Memory to his wife, Christine. You may contact her through email address morrow.crissi@gmail.com

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 

Judy Myers
October 31, 1947 - June 24, 2019

Judy Emerson Myers, 71, of Bay City, passed away June 24, 2019 in Victoria, TX. She was born October 31, 1947 in Borger, TX to the late Clarence and Ann Davis Emerson.

Judy is preceded in death by her parents, and husband Gary Bruce Myers. She is survived by her brother Bill Emerson of League City, TX and nieces Rhiannon and Brandy Emerson.

In honor of Judy’s wishes, she will be cremated.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home