Matagorda County Obituaries
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Thomas Raymond O'Banion

September 09, 1932 - October 21, 2019

Thomas Raymond O’Banion, 87, of Palacios passed away October 21, 2019. He was born September 9, 1932 in Houston, Texas to Lonnie and Edna Edwards O’Banion.

Thomas devoted his life to his wife, family, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved visiting with all of his closest friends at Cape Carancahua, and sharing stories while sitting in his garage. Thomas loved joking and making people smile. He was an avid fisherman, loved gardening, canning fruits, vegetables and his famous hot salsa, going to church and Bible study.

Thomas is preceded in death by his parents, and son Tom O’Banion. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Glenda Stein O’Banion; children Pam and Terry Muldowney; Jon and Tammy O’Banion and David O’Banion; 10 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends and relatives 5:00pm-7:00pm Wednesday, October 23 at Palacios Funeral Home. Services are 10:00am Thursday, October 24, 2019 at First Baptist Church of Palacios with Rev. Chris Webb officiating. Interment will be 11:00am Friday, October 25 at Davis-Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg, Texas. Pallbearers are Bill Daniels, Charlie Taylor, Buster Grubbs, Scott Davis, Wayne Holidgraf and Kevin Holidgraf.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 


Peggy O'Brien

January 18, 1942 - November 24, 2020

Peggy O’Brien, 78, of Bay City, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020. She was born January 18, 1942 in Mansfield, Louisiana to the late Charles Matthews and Jewel Kelly Matthews.

After graduating high school, she moved to Corpus Christi, Texas to attend beauty college. Peggy met the love of her life while there, Wayne O’Brien. They were married for 58 years. Peggy worked for M.J. Denn & Sons for many years before retiring.  Peggy loved animals, reading, painting & motorcycle rides but most of all, she loved her family.

Peggy is preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Wayne O’Brien. She is survived by daughters Kelly Guffey & husband Tom of Brazoria, Kacey Hamlet & husband Tim of Angleton.

Grandchildren: Evan & husband Chris, Joshua & wife Ashley, Jordan & husband Tommy and Wesley & wife Macy.  Great Grandchildren include: Olivia, Skylar, Charlotte, Hudson, Remi & Emery.

Peggy is also survived by her sister Frances Gasaway & husband Steve.

Her smile and sweet nature will be missed by all that knew and loved her.

The family will receive friends and relatives 1:00pm Monday, November 30, 2020 for a visitation at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas with funeral services beginning at 2:00pm. Officiating will be Tom Guffey. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas. Pallbearers for Mrs. O’Brien will be Joshua Guffey, Wesley Hamlet, Tommy Lieng, Chris Callaway, Curtis Standlee & Darin Kelly.  Honorary pallbearers are Steve Gasaway & Stevie Gasaway.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home                  Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Wayne O'Brien
February 18, 1942 - July 07, 2019

Oras Wayne O’Brien, 77, of Bay City, passed away July 7, 2019. He was born February 18, 1942 in Corpus Christi, TX to Oras Grant and Opal Neely O’Brien.

Wayne owned the LeTulle Mercantile Store, before working and retiring with the Matagorda County Sheriff’s Department. He was also a member of the Bay City Volunteer Fire Department for 21 years. Wayne loved to hunt, fish, play golf and ride his motorcycle. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Glenn. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Peggy Matthews O’Brien; daughters Kelly O’Brien Guffey and husband Tom of Brazoria, and Kacey O’Brien Hamlet and husband Tim of Angleton; grandchildren Evan, Joshua and wife Ashley, Jordan and husband Tommy, and Wesley; great grandchildren Olivia, Skyler, Charlotte, Hudson and Remi; sisters Billie Kidd, Barbara Joe and Lena Gayle; brother David, and numerous nieces, nephews and other family members.

The family will receive friends and relatives 6:00pm to 8:00pm Wednesday July 10 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Services are 2:00pm Thursday, July 11, 2019 at the funeral home with Tom Guffey officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 


Carol Wied Webb O’Bryant

January 26, 1959 - January 5, 2021

Carol Wied Webb O’Bryant, age 61, went to be with the Lord in Houston, TX on, January 5, 2021. Carol was born on January 26, 1959 in Bay City, TX to Johnnie Joseph Wied, Jr. and Sally Ann Sanders Wied, and stepmother JoAnn Wied, all deceased.

She is survived by her loving husband of seven years, Julian (Pat) Wilson O’Bryant, Jr. of Houston, Texas and her son, Christopher Douglas Webb & spouse Lauren Webb & grandson, Luke Webb; her identical twin sister and best friend, Catherine Wied Mills & spouse, John W. Mills of Lake Hills, TX; brothers: Ricky Huffman & spouse, Pat Huffman of Calera, AL; Ronnie Huffman of Caldwell, TX; and sister, Renae Wied of Pasadena, TX. She’s also survived by Jeff and Aimee O’Bryant and grandson Cael O’Bryant; Jennifer O’Bryant and husband Kelly Jacobs along with numerous nieces, nephews, and their children.

She retired from ExxonMobil in 2017 with 37 years of service. She enjoyed her time there.

She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially grandson Luke, friends, bible study (Son-Kissed Ladies Group)/bible journaling, and JV Church of Christ Ladies Bible Class ‘and being with her little dog, ’Pretty’, and gardening.

And... she would say “Find a job you like because you’ll be doing it for 30 plus years”.

She truly enjoyed interacting with and caring for people. She tried to make you feel loved and special.

Visitation begins 12 p.m. Sunday, January 10 at Triska Funeral Home in El Campo with services beginning at 1 p.m. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park Cemetery in El Campo.

Due to CDC guidelines, masks are required and seating will be limited.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Carol may be made to Susan G. Komen, 602 Sawyer Street, Suite 201, Houston, TX 77007.

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


Beatrez Ochoa

Beatrez Ochoa was born in Port Isabel, Texas, December 22, 1910. She came to Palacios in 1922 and has made her home here since. After a prolonged illness she died at her home April 7, 1936 at 9:15 p. m., at the age of 25 years 3 months and 15 days.

Funeral services were held April 8, 1936 at the home with Father Weber officiating.  Interment was made in Port Lavaca, Texas under the direction of A. A. Duffy and Co. of Palacios.

Palacios Beacon, April 9, 1936
 


Allan Eugene O'Connell - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 


Bouldin O'Connell & Mildred O'Connell - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Mildred “Millie” Bickham O’Connell

Mildred “Millie” Bickham O’Connell, 91, of Van Vleck passed away Feb. 8, 1997 at Matagorda General Hospital in Bay City.

She was born April 14, 1905 in Franklinton, Louisiana to Louis Adolphus and Lorena Viola Richardson Bickham.  She had been a resident of Van Vleck since 1920, was the former cafeteria manager for both Bay City and Van Vleck ISD, and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Van Vleck.

She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Dorothy and Harry Stafford in Van Vleck and Nancy and Wesley Bridgwater of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; by two sons and daughters-in-law, Burt and Florine O’Connell and Ray and Jo Ann O’Connell all of Van Vleck; by 14 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Funeral services will be held at 3 pm Friday, Feb. 21, 1997 at the First United Methodist Church in Van Vleck with Rev. Bill Lanigan officiating.  Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City.

Daily Tribune, February 20, 1997            Obituary courtesy of Faye Cunningham
 


Edward O'Connell & Ethel O'Connell - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 


C. J. O'Connor
July 22, 2002 - March 19, 2020

Carl Jason “C. J.” O’Connor, Jr. 17, of Van Vleck, passed away March 19, 2020. He was born July 22, 2002 to Jason O’Connor and Yvette Christine Deleon O’Connor.

C.J. was preceded in death by grandfathers Carl Frank “Pops” O’Connor and John E. “Mr. John” Gormey, and great grandparents Enemensia “Mencha” Luna and Lee “Dada” Rosas.

He is survived by his father Jason O’Connor and wife Cetahre ; mother Yvette O’Connor-Cox and husband Ronnie Cox; grandmothers Diana Gayton and husband Leonel, and Linda “Grandma Story” Luna; sisters Angel O’Connor and Aaliyah Cox, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Graveside services will be held 11:00am Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck with Bobby Williams officiating.

Due to current situations concerning public health, viewing will be private. If you choose to attend the Graveside Service, please practice the suggested social distancing.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home               Marker photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


Cynthia G. O'Dazier - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo Courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 


Guy Neal Ogletree

December 17, 1961 - March 01, 2021

Guy Ogletree, 59, passed away Monday, March 1, 2021 in Galveston, Texas with his mother and daughter by his side. He was born December 17, 1961 in Bay City, TX to Elaine LaVon Ogletree and the late Carl R. Ogletree, Jr.

Guy lived and loved life. Anything he did was always 100%. When he was younger he was first chair in the concert band where he played the trumpet. Guy enjoyed building and flying model airplanes, and would often be found fishing. He was a great man, who loved his life and his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Ogletree, Jr. and brother, Carl R. Ogletree III. He is survived by his mother, LaVon Ogletree; daughter Danielle Ogletree; son Seth Ogletree; brother, Robert Ogletree; life-long love and caregiver Mary Ann Knowles, and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends and relatives Wednesday, March 10, 2021 from 5:00-7:00 pm at the First Baptist Church Paul Martin Hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to First Baptist Church Bay City

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 


Beatrice Olvera - Cedarvale Cemetery

Photo courtesy of Susie Adkins
 


Raul Olvera - Cedarvale Cemetery

Photo courtesy of Susie Adkins
 


 


Amelia Zepeda Ordoñez
January 06, 1948 - April 09, 2020

Amelia Zepeda Ordoñez, 72, of Bay City passed away Apirl 9, 2020. She was born January 6, 1948 in Bay City to the late Natividad Estrada, Sr. and Rebecca Zepeda Estrada.

Amelia is preceded in death by her parents; sisters San Jauntia Lopez and Rachel Puildo; and brother Jimmy Lopez, Sr. 

Survivors include her husband Matthew Ordoñez, Jr; son Mathew Ordoñez III; daughter Patricia Lozano; sister Luz Trevino, Jerri Lara, Irene Garza, and Mary Helen Garza and her brothers Natividad Estrada, Jr., Pete Estrada, and Valerio "Shorty" Estrada.

Due to current situations concerning public health, services will be private. 

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home             Marker photos courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 

Matthew Ordoñez, Jr.
March 04, 1942 - September 30, 2020

Matthew E. Ordoñez Jr., 78, of Bay City, TX passed away September 30, 2020. He was born March 4, 1942 in Swenny, TX to the late Matthew V. Ordoñez Sr. and Trinidad Enriquez Ordoñez. He served his country in the United States Army where he was stationed in Fort Hood, TX as a sharpshooter. After the Army he starting working as a plumber and continued to work the last few years at The Legacy Campus of Bay City, TX. There The Legacy became his extended family with many caring individuals he met throughout the years.

Matthew is preceded in death by his wife, Amelia Zepeda Ordoñez; his parents; sister Helen, brother Louis; brother-in-law Quintin Littleton (Candy); and niece Kaysi Pena.

Survivors include his son Mathew V. Ordoñez lll; sisters Nica, Blasa, Mary, Janie, Veronica Ordoñez and Candy Littleton; brothers Paz and wife Mona, Faustino and Pedro Ordoñez; sister-in-law Christina Ordonez (Louis); and numerous nephews and nieces. 

Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Monday October 5, 2020 at Our Lady Of Guadalupe Catholic Church. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM and Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM with Rev. Gabriel Espinosa officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paz Ordoñez Jr., Louis Ordoñez Jr., Joseph "Bubba" Ordoñez, Jesse Enriquez, Teddy Anzaldua, and Michael "Mikey" Anthony Estrada. Honorary pallbearers are Reggie "Freddy" Matthews Jr., Leticia Littleton, Kieran Omar George Jr., Joyce Lee'Ann Carrera, and Dominick Caden Cantu.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home             


 


Candelario Oros III

October 31, 1981 - June 02, 2020

Candelario Oros III, 38, of Bay City, passed away June 2020. He was born October 31, 1981 in Bay City Candelario Oros, Jr. and Josephine Rodriguez Oros.

Candelario is preceded in death by his grandparents Candelario and Eliza Oros, Sr., and Manuel and Petra Rodriguez, and aunt Yolanda Oros. He is survived by his parents; wife Maria DeJesus Ruiz; daughter Mya Sunette Oros; sons Candelario Oros IV, Joshua Miguel Oros and Manuel Joe Oros; sisters Julie Oros Cantu and husband Juan, Becky Oros, and Candace Oros and husband Mark all of Bay City.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 am, Monday June 8, 2020 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow visitation at 12:30 pm. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Pallbearers are Sahul Jacobo, David oros, Jr., Aaron Garay, Junior Ruiz, Abel Tamez III, Shay Medina, Nicholas Gonzalez and Alfred Garay. 

To help with funeral expenses, the family has requested payment donations be made directly to Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home        Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


Eliza Vera Oros
July 08, 1922 - May 20, 2020

Eliza Vera Oros, 97, of Bay City passed away May 20, 2020.  She was born July 8, 1922 in Seguin, TX to the late Pedro Vera and Julia Ponce Vera.  She was a devout Jehovah’s Witness for 50yrs. She was a woman strong in her faith, who deeply loved her family. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Candelario Oros, Sr. and daughters Reyna Rangel and Yolanda Oros.

Survivors include her daughter Esmeralda Garay (Alfred); sons Jseus Oros, Sr. (Liz), Candelario Oros, Jr. (Josie), David Oros, Sr. (Cindy), Jose Oros, Sr. (Trine), Fernando Oros (Irene), Roumaldo Flores (Dora) and Jose Luis Villarreal (Maria) and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will begin at 12:30 PM Friday, May 22, 2020 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home immediately followed by a funeral service at 2:00 PM.  Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.  Pallbearers will be her grandsons:  Jesus Oros, Jr., Alfred Garay Jr., Candelario Oros III, Cody Rodriguez, Aaron Anthony Garay, Jose Rene Oros Jr., Jeremy Oros, and David Oros Jr. 

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home             Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

 


Reynaldo Oros

September 28, 1955 - June 20, 2020

Reynaldo Oros, 64, of Bay City passed away June 20, 2020. He was born September 28, 1955 in Bay City to the late Santiago Oros and Beatriz Guiterres Oros.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Modesto Oros, Santiago Oros, Jr. and Eleno Oros.

Survivors include his sisters Gloria Cadriel, Beatrice Flores and Alice Marroquin; his brothers Antonio Oros, Gustavo Oros, Robert Oros and Armando Oros and by numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM Wednesday followed by interment at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Flores, Christopher Ramirez, Johnny Avila, Armando Oros and Julius Ramirez.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 


Debbie Orr

March 09, 1952 - August 20, 2020

Deborah Ann “Debbie” Orr, 68, of Van Vleck went to be with the Lord on August 20, 2020. She was born March 9, 1952 in Fort Worth, TX to the late Bobby Gerald Dodson and Louann Wright Dodson. 

 Debbie will best be remembered for her enduring love of Christ, the gift of her angelic singing voice, her infectious smile and laughter, and her continued supportive love to so many in her community through her outreach and evangelical work. She loved doing work for the Lord through her H.U.G.G.’s and J.O.Y Ministries and directing numerous church choirs. She was a woman of the Lord, and our lives will forever be blessed knowing she was in it. She may be gone from this world, but she will live forever in our hearts and in heaven.

Survivors include her husband D. David Orr; her beloved children Tracy Leigh McDearman and Adam Michael Dill, Jennifer Orr Ashcraft (Darryl) and David Orr (Cheryl); her cherished grandchildren Brandon and Caleb McDearman, Darryl, Dalton, and Douglas Ashcraft, and Dawson Orr; Matt Adams and Kenneth McClain who she also considered her sons; her caring and devoted dog Bentley.

Visitation will be held 1:00pm Friday, August 28, 2020 at First Baptist Church Bay City. A faith based service will follow the visitation beginning at 2:00pm and will be available to stream online to accommodate COVID-19 restrictions and better reach the number of people Debbie directly impacted. Masks will be required and social distancing protocols will be followed per state guidelines. A private graveside ceremony will be held for the family and close family friends following the public services. Pallbearers will be Brandon and Caleb McDearman, Dalton Ashcraft, Kenneth McClain, Lonnie McDearman, and Jeff Griffith.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home                     Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


Ruby Elizabeth Orr
January 15, 1922 - December 23, 2019

Ruby Elizabeth Orr, 97, passed away Monday, December 23, 2019 at her home in Blessing, Texas. She was born January 15, 1922 to the late Ernest Eikenberg and Emma Katherine Whittaker.

She is survived by her daughter, Shirley Cachia (Lawrence); son, W.A. “Bill” Walker (Janette); sisters, Betty Eikenberg, and LaVerne Jarrett; grandchildren, William Walker III, Karri Donoho, Samantha Barnwell; 7 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild. She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Robbie Lee Roe; and grandchildren, Robin Lavern Roe, Lori Eileen Roe, and Cynthia Rene Hadley.

Pallbearers will be Cooper Barnwell, Michael Bang, Deegan Bang, Jamie Brooks, Chris Donoho, and Jonathan Gates.

Services for Ruby will be 2:00pm Sunday, December 29, 2019 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas, with Mitch Sauls officiating. The family will receive friends and relatives from 5-7pm Saturday, December 28 for visitation at Taylor Bros. Interment will be at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 


Gayle Falks Orsag
September 28, 1944 - November 28, 2012

Gayle Falks Orsag, age 68 of Alvin, Texas passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at her residence. Gayle was born on September 29, 1944 in Bay City, Texas and was a resident of Alvin for 38 years. She was an accountant for over 35 years and a member of the Catholic faith.

Gayle was a loving wife of 49 Years to Lee Orsag, beloved mother to Chris and Cathy and proud grandmother to Dylan. She was courageous and never let her illness deter her from enjoying activities that involved the family she loved. She found such joy in watching the hummingbirds return to her patio year after year and she took such delight in being greeted by her fur babies, Ginger and Coco, every evening when she returned home from work.

God saw fit to take another angel to heaven and even though her time here on this earth was short, she will live on in the hearts of everyone whose lives she touched as she was, one, very special lady.

Gayle is survived by her husband, Leroy "Lee" Orsag, son, Christopher Lee Orsag and his fiancé, Holli Anne Woodling, daughter, Cathryn Gayle Thane and her husband, Mark Allen Thane, grandson, Dylan Cole Thane, sisters, Dolores Harvey and Doris Wilks, brothers, Ollie Falks and Edward Falks, half-sister, Iola Roark, special niece, Sandra Brangan, Goddaughters, Barbara Roberts and Lisa Kotulek, and numerous other relatives and friends.

Gayle was preceded in death by her parents, Ollia and Charlotte Falks, sister, Marie Pesak, brother, Donald Falks, half-brother, Radie Stroud and two half-sisters, Margie Stroud and Stella Zeigler.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 570127, Houston, Texas 77257-0127 or Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, P.O. Box 369, Ganado, Texas 77962-0369.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, December 2, 2012 at Scott Funeral Home with a Rosary service at 7:00 P.M. Arrangements under the direction of the Scott Family, 1421 East Hwy 6, Alvin, Texas 77511. (281) 585-1000 www.scottfuneralhome.net

Mass and funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Monday, December 3, 2012 at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 108 S 6th St., Ganado, Texas 77962. Burial will follow at Assumption Cemetery in Ganado.

Scott Funeral Home, Alvin, Texas
 


Elizabeth "Betty" Orsak

November 18, 1942 - January 12, 2021

Elizabeth “Betty” Orsak, 78, of Bay City passed away January 12, 2021. She was born November 18, 1942 in El Campo, TX to the late Henry Cyril Dorotik and Martha Naiser Dorotik.

She attended Crescent High School and Wharton County Junior College. She married Thomas Francis “Tommy” Orsak on June 13, 1964.

Betty’s Czech heritage ran deep. She had a passion for cooking and baking kolaches, rolls and other sweets that her family and friends got to enjoy. She loved spending time in her yard and garden. Her yard was always so beautiful. For 33 years, she blessed the altar with her gift of floral design. Her biggest joy in life was seeing all of her grandkids happy. She was so very proud of each of them. She led a life that Christ loved.

Betty had been a devoted member of Holy Cross Catholic Church for 56 years where she served on the Financial Advisory Board; Holy Cross School Foundation Secretary; Altar Floral Chairman; past Turkey Dinner Chairman; Eucharist Minister and Charter member of Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Resurrection #2054 where she served as Regent, Vice-Regent and Secretary; member of KJZT and KJT; Holy Cross PTA Secretary; Bay City ACTS Director and Co-Director on Retreat Teams and ACTS Core Team.

Her employment history includes Teller at Wharton County Savings & Loan Association; Teller, Senior Vice President and Mortgage Loan Officer at Bay City Federal Savings & Loan Association; continued working during Mergers and Acquisitions of Bay City Federal S & L to First Heights, Compass Bank and then Coastal Banc. She then transferred to Norwest Bank, formerly First National Bank of Bay City, as a Mortgage Loan Officer which later was acquired by Wells Fargo Bank. She worked in the banking industry for 42 years serving much of that time as Mortgage Loan Officer originating home loans.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings Jerome Dorotik, Mary Treybig and Georgia Bujnoch.

Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Tommy Orsak; children Carey Orsak (Brittany), Thomas Orsak II (Shelly) and Michelle Dannelley (Dennis); her grandchildren Jacob Zemanek, Caitlin Brown (John), Miranda Orsak, Mehgan Orsak, Joshua Orsak, Nathan Orsak and Kylee Orsak; step-grandchildren Lauren Dannelley and Gage Dannelley and great grandchildren Kinley Snow and Sawyer Brown.

A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Friday, January 15, 2021 at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will follow at 10:00 AM with Rev. Greg Korenek and Rev. Stephen Vacek officiating. Pallbearers will be Nathan Orsak, Joshua Orsak, Jacob Zemanek, John Brown, Curtis Dorotik and Anthony Dorotik.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Holy Cross School Foundation.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home             Marker photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


Manuel Nicolas Ortiz

September 09, 1947 - May 16, 2021

Manuel Nicolas Ortiz, 73, of Bay City passed away May 16, 2021.  He was born September 9, 1947 to the late Apolinar Ortiz and Marta Barrera Ortiz.

Manuel had a passion for providing for others. Showing love and care for others came naturally for Manuel. He loved to fish and take care of his grandchildren. He was known for his infectious smile and compassionate spirit. He will be missed by everyone.

He is survived by his wife Rebecca Franco Ortiz; daughter Martha de Carlos (Jose); son Michael Ortiz (Kristen); grandchildren Jordan Cantu, Daisy de Carlos, Charlie de Carlos and Ella Ortiz and his special companion “Rocky”.

Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Thursday, May 20, 2021 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.  A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM followed by Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM with Rev. Gabriel Espinosa officiating.  Interment will be at Cedarvale Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be Albert Rodriguez, Willie Guerra, Alfredo Lopez, Adrian Garay, Pete Lara and Manuel Ortiz.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home                  Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


Terry Lee Osborne

July 26, 1949 - February 12, 2021

Terry Lee Osborne, 71, of West Columbia passed away February 12, 2021.  He was born July 26, 1949 in Bay City to the late Frank James Osborne and Sarah Katherine Lloyd Osborne.

He served in the US Navy from 1967 to 1971 and received the Navy & Marine Medal for saving a fellow sailor who fell overboard.

Terry worked for State Farm Insurance as a claims adjuster for 35 years. After retirement in 2009, he spent his days gardening and playing more golf with his wife, son and golfing buddies.  One of his other hobbies was going to Coushatta and playing his favorite Top Dollar machine.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by step-father Reggie Hayes, sister Nancy Osborne McMullen, brother-in-law Phil McMullen and father & mother-in-law Sam and Josephine Mathis.

Survivors include his wife Jeanne Mathis Osborne; son Darrell Osborne (Leesa); brother Skipper Osborne (Diana); brother-in-law Gary Mathis; nieces and nephews Jamie McMullen Johnson (Kyle), Stacey Osborne Richards (Jess), Brandon Osborne (Jamie), Trent Mathis (Kayla) and Todd Mathis and many special friends.

Terry was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church where a Memorial Mass will be scheduled at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Terry’s name to Holy Cross School Foundation; 2001 Katy Ave.; Bay City, TX 77414.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 


Becky Brandon Bolling Osland

Becky Brandon Bolling Osland died March 1, 2020, in San Antonio, Texas, after a brief illness. She was 77 years old. Becky was a world-class conversationalist who could talk with absolutely anyone, calm the worried patient, brag on her family, and make an R-rated quip that would leave those around her blushing, laughing or both. The walls of her home bore evidence of a colorful life well-lived: school photos and family snapshots; a life-size drawing of a nude woman displayed over her bed for decades; and an autograph from Lyndon Johnson that she personally collected in the early 1970s. Because that was the thing with Becky. She had a way of running into people. And then she'd get to talking and walk away with a presidential souvenir, a new story to tell ... or a piece of their heart. Becky was born to Thomas Brandon and Trude Ann Duffy Brandon in Palacios, Texas, on Nov. 13, 1942. It was a Friday the 13th, a day she would consider lucky whenever it rolled around. Becky was the third oldest of four Brandon siblings who often helped their parents in the family's dry goods store in Palacios. From the beginning, older siblings Ann and Tommy enjoyed tormenting their little sister and forcing her to take the dreaded middle seat on family car trips. A natural-born caregiver, Becky was delighted when her baby brother Kenny was born, and she had a real live "baby doll" to tend to. A popular student and cheerleader at Palacios High School, she graduated with the Class of 1960. In 1962, she married her high school sweetheart, David Bolling. The couple had three children (Randy, Ryan and Lia) before ending their marriage. They remained lifelong friends, collaborators and supporters of one another. As a single mother, Becky earned admission to UTHSC - San Antonio in her mid-30s, graduating with her Bachelor's of Science in Nursing in 1981. In her dogged pursuit of her degree and devotion to her career as an R.N., Becky inspired many. She excelled as a nurse on staff at Lutheran General, Northeast Baptist and McKenna Memorial hospitals, comforting countless thousands of patients with her easy banter, dazzling smile and ready laugh. At work one day, she met a patient named Jim, whom she would marry in Las Vegas in 2000. For the next twenty years, they shared a life filled with love and laughs. She will always be his beloved "Tweetie." Becky retired from nursing following a brain aneurysm in 2005, allowing her to spend more time with Jim. She considered each day a gift from God following her miraculous recovery. Becky is survived by her adoring husband Jim Osland; children Randy Bolling of Edna, Ryan Bolling (Patrice) and grandchildren Peyton and Jack of Bentonville, AR., Lia Bolling and grandson Brandon of Austin; stepson Bradley Osland; siblings Ann Brandon Sturrock (John),Thomas Brandon (Georgene), and Ken Brandon; David R. Bolling, Jr. (Carroll); and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and lifelong friends who miss her already. Memorial Services will be held April 4, 2020 at the First Presbyterian Church in Palacios, TX. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Becky Brandon Osland may be directed to the Palacios Volunteer Fire Department, First Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, or a charity of your choice.

Express-News, San Antonio, Texas,  March 8, 2020
 


Diane Lynn “Ruthie” Ottis

May 9, 1952 – Sept 20, 2020

Diane was a life-long resident of Bay City.  For years she taught elementary classes at Holy Cross Catholic School.  When she retired, she tutored as well as worked in the church office.  She was extremely proud of all her students, grand-students, and great-grand students.

Diane is predeceased by her grandmother and best friend, Angeline Olsovsky Trlicik.  She is survived by her parents, Charles and Evelyn (Trlicik) Ottis of Bay City; her sister, Karen Sue Murray; aunt, Vivian “Tut” Abshier of Wadsworth; cousin and best friend, Teresa Sipp of Virginia; as well as several other cousins in and around Bay City and South/Central Texas.

Services will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m., Monday, Sept 28, 2020. Her cousin, David Abshier, will be providing music. Arrangements handled by Duncan Roberts Funeral Home in Bay City.

Duncan Roberts Funeral Home                  Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


Edward Ottis

November 15, 1936 - July 15, 2020

Edward John Ottis, 83, of Bay City, passed away July 15, 2020. He was born on November 15, 1936 in Gulf to the late Thomas and Ella Brueggen Ottis. Edward was a U.S. Navy Veteran.

He is survived by his sons, Michael John Ottis of Corpus Christi and Steve Ray Ottis and wife Sherri of Clinton, MS; daughter, Julie Ann Cornett and husband Robert of Van Vleck; grandchildren, Jessalyn Pierce and husband Cory, Morgan Klepac and husband Dale, Brian Ottis and wife Nicole, Catherine Brimhall and husband Nick, Darah Ottis and fiancé Slade Long; great-grandchildren, Paisley and Peyton Pierce, Kami Klepac, Henry and Samuel Ottis, Betsy Cate, Charlie, Anna Jane and Mary Ella Brimhall; brothers, Bill Ottis and wife Marilyn, Dick Ottis and wife Caroline; sister, Maureen Nault and friend, Michael Lombard.   
Edward was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jane Marie Ottis; brother, Mike Ottis; brother-in-law, Jim Nault; niece, Sherrie Lynn Ottis and nephews, Wesley Werlla and Gregory Dean “Bebo” Knost.

Visitation begins 1 p.m. Saturday, July 18 at Assumption Catholic Church in Ganado. A Rosary will be recited at 1:30 p.m. and the funeral mass will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Kirby Hlavaty officiating. Burial will follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery. Masks are required in church and attendance will be limited.

Pallbearers will be Brian Ottis, Danny Ottis, Steve Key, Ronnie Ottis, Brian Ottis and Shaw Ottis.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Holy Cross School Foundation, 2001 Katy Ave., Bay City, TX 77414.

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

Triska Funeral Home
 


Harold Edward Ottis
October 14, 1931 - December 07, 2019

Harold Edward Ottis, 88, of Bay City passed away December 7, 2019. He was born October 14, 1931 in Bay City, TX to the late Matthias John Ottis and Rosina Imhauser Ottis.

He graduated from Bay City High School in 1950. Harold was a U.S. Navy veteran serving during the Korean Conflict for four years. On May 8, 1957 he married his high school sweetheart Margaret Ann Vaughan. Together they raised three sons.

He worked in the petro-chemical industry for 32 years retiring from Celanese Chemical as a shift supervisor in 1991 after 25 years of service. Harold was an avid fisherman, enjoyed time spent with family and friends at deer camp and time spent traveling with Margaret and friends. Harold was a member of the Knights of Columbus, where he served as treasurer for 18 years. He was a Scout leader and served on the Board of Directors for BAYCEL Federal Credit Union for many years.

His family was always his highest priority. He will be remembered as a devout Catholic and member of Holy Cross Catholic Church where he served as an usher for many years. He was a Holy Cross School alumni and spent countless hours volunteering in support of the school.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Margaret; sons Harold E. Ottis, Jr. (Susan) of Sugar Land, Frank V. Ottis, (Barbara) of Sunrise Beach, and Paul A. Ottis, (Tereana) of Bay City. Eight grandchildren: Kristen Ottis, Michael Ottis, Jacob Ottis, Matthew Ottis, Blayne Sparks, Blake Sparks, Kevin McBride and Kurtis McBride.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. A rosary will be recited at 6:30PM that evening. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Rev. Greg Korenek officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Ottis, Jacob Ottis, Matthew Ottis, Kevin McBride, Kurtis McBride, Blayne Sparks, Blake Sparks and Sam Evans. Members of the Knights of Columbus will serve as honorary pallbearers.

The family would like to give special thanks to all of his caregivers that provided comfort during his time of need.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions in his name to Holy Cross School Foundation; PO Box 571; Bay City, TX 77404-0571.

Bay City Tribune, December 11, 2019
 


Mike Ottis
April 22, 1938 - July 08, 2020

Thomas Michael “Mike” Ottis, Jr., 82, of Wadsworth passed away July 8, 2020. He was born April 22, 1938 in Wadsworth to the late Thomas Michael Ottis, Sr. and Ella Brugen Ottis.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter Sherrie Ottis Warren, brother-in-law Jim Nault and sister-in-law Jane Ottis.

Survivors include daughter Kimberly Reid (Jason); sons Danny Ottis, Ronnie Ottis and David Ottis (Diane); sister Maureen Nault; brothers Edward Ottis, Bill Ottis (Marilyn) and Dick Ottis (Carolyn); grandchildren Marla Mericle, D. J. Ottis, Emily Ottis, Ryan Ottis, Tyler Ottis and Joshua Ottis and numerous great grandchildren.

A Memorial Funeral Mass will be scheduled at a later date.

Honorary pallbearers will be Dick Ottis, Bill Ottis, Edward Ottis, Maureen Nault, Steve Gasaway, Jim Noftsger, James Engbrock, Jason Reid and Bill Phillips.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 


Wayland Owen
& Frieda Owen - Roselawn Memorial Park - Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 

 

 

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