Matagorda County Obituaries
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Patsy Ramirez

 

Mrs. Patsy Ramirez passed away in Matagorda General Hospital on March 11. A resident of Bay City, she was 52 years of age. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 16, 10:00 AM, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. The Rev. Richard Jeffery will officiate, and interment will be in Cedarvale Cemetery.

 

Mrs. Ramirez is survived by her husband, Crispin Ramirez of Bay City; mother, Mrs. Thomasa Gonzales of Corpus Christi; and two sons, Jimmy Colungo of California and Lorenzo Ramirez of Bay City; also, a sister, Mrs. Jacinto Reolda of Corpus Christi; and two brothers, Lupe Gonzales of Corpus Christi, and Tino Gonzales of California. Services are under the direction of Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

 

The Daily Tribune, May 15, 1971              Courtesy of Susie Adkins

 


Severiano Hernandez Ramirez Sr.

February 21, 1941 - December 31, 2014

Services for S.H. Ramirez Sr. will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, January 10, 2015, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Bay City, Texas.

He is survived by his wife Janie Ramirez of Dayton; sisters, Mary Zamora, Mamie Tijerina and Ysabel Bermea of Bay City; brothers, Frank Ramirez of Arkansas and Manuel Ramirez of Dallas; children, Rhesa Perez, Bobby R. Ramirez, Linda Ramirez and Malinda R. Quintanilla of Bay City, Barbara Ramirez and S.H. Ramirez Jr., of Austin and Daniel Ramirez of Dayton; 20 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Bay City Tribune, January 7, 2015
 


Evangelina “Quela” Ramos

August 8, 1933 - September 5, 2014

Evangelina “Quela” Ramos, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2014.

She was born August 8, 1933, in Mission, Texas, to the late Roman and Dolores Vega Villarreal. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed playing bingo with her friends. When she had the opportunity she loved being outside gardening.

Evangelina is survived by her husband, Manuel Ramos Sr.; children, Sylvia Ramos, Oscar Ramos, Marc Ramos and Margarita Ramos; granddaughters, Monica and Karizma Ramos; grandson, Manuel I. Ramos; brothers and sisters, Roberto Villarreal, Alicia V. Ruiz, Rosa V. Fernandez, Ramiro Villarreal, Maria Lilia Snicker and Elva Villarreal; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Manuel Ramos Jr.; and brothers and sisters, Arturo Villarreal, Julia V. Ochoa, Jesse Villarreal, Delia V. Ochoa and Guadalupe Villarreal.

Visitation was held from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, September 10, 2014, at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City, Texas, with the Rev. Chester Sassman officiating.

Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck, Texas.

Serving as pallbearers are Alvaro Villarreal, Armando Villarreal, David Villarreal, Adolfo Villarreal, Marc Ramos, Marcus Zarate and Rey Ramos.

Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.

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

Bay City Tribune, September 10, 2014            Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham

Manuel Ramos
September 7, 1929 - May 4, 2023

Manuel Ramos, Sr., 93, of Wadsworth passed away May 4, 2023. He was born September 7, 1929 in Fannin, Texas to the late Mike Ramos and Dolores Garza Ramos.

He served our country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and continued to serve our country as commander of the Bay City American Legion Post 11 for several years.  Apart from doing construction and carpenter work, he worked for the Texas Highway Dept. for 10 years and for LCRA for 17 years before retiring.  When he had the opportunity he enjoyed playing the guitar, singing and entertaining others.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Evangelina V. Ramos, his son Manuel Ramos, Jr..  And as the youngest of 12 siblings, he is also preceded in death by all of his brothers and sisters.

Survivors include daughters Sylvia Ramos and Margarita Ramos; sons Oscar Ramos (America) and Marc Anthony Ramos; grandchildren Monica Ramos, Karizma Alvarado and Manuel Isaiah Ramos and great grandson Adrian Ray Gonzales.

A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Friday, May 12, 2023 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM with Rev. Gabriel Espinosa officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Oscar Ramos, Marc Anthony Ramos, Rey Ramos, Marcus Zarate, Pete Gonzales, Elpidio Gonzales, and Manuel Isaiah Ramos.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
 


Theresa M. Rangel
(November 27, 1955 - July 29, 2014)

Theresa M. Rangel, 58, formerly of Bay City passed away July 29, 2014. She was born November 27, 1955 in Bay City, TX to the late Luis Rangel and Ramona Perez Rangel.

Survivors include brothers Louis Rangel & wife Delphina of Lake Jackson, David Rangel of Bay City and Robert Rangel & wife Irene of Bay City and a number of nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her longtime care giver and best friend Anna.

A rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM Friday at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be 10:00 AM Saturday, August 2, 2014 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Msgr. Gerry Cernoch officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery.

www.taylorbros.net           Photo courtesy of Betty Crosby


 


Rita Fraley Rawlings

November 2, 1957 – April 18, 2015

Rita Lee Rawlings (née Fraley) passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2015, at her home in Matagorda, Texas, surrounded by her loving family.

Rita lived a life of faith, love, compassion, generosity and community service.

She is survived by her loving husband of 17 years, John Rawlings; father, Robert Fraley; stepmother, Joyce Fraley; sisters, Bobbi Isbell and Debbie Fraley; daughters, Brittany (Nicolas) Acosta and Kellye Koonce; grandchildren, Lucas and Luisa Acosta; step-children, John Rawlings, Jr., Steven Rawlings and Angela (Greg) Baker; along with numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, and great-nephews and great-nieces.

Rita is preceded in death by her mother, Nila Louise Fraley.

Born on November 2, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, to Robert and Louise Fraley, she grew up in a loving family with her sisters, Bobbi and Debbie, in Ohio and California.

Rita attended Abilene Christian University, graduating with a degree in business management, and was the Secretary to the Superintendent of Schools of Matagorda Independent School District. She was an active member of Nichols Street Church of Christ.

Rita Lee is remembered for her sweetness, warmth, unflappable optimism, off-beat sense of humor, and the way she delighted in giving bizarre knick-knacks as gifts. She was devoted to her family and friends.

Diagnosed with advanced lung cancer in 2010, she bravely fought the disease for nearly five years. Even during her illness, she continued to be an unwavering source of strength for her family, friends and community, and was able to hold her five-day old granddaughter, Luisa, one week before she passed.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 25, 2015, at Nichols Street Church of Christ, 1200 Nichols Street, Bay City, Texas 77414. Services will be at 4 p.m., followed by a reception. All are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Shiloh, NYC, a Christian program for at-risk children, in the New York City area, to which Rita’s family has been dedicated (www.shilohNYC.org). Or, you may choose to donate to Harvest House, a food bank sponsored weekly by the Nichols Street Church of Christ. Please send donations c/o Nichols Street Church of Christ, 1200 Nichols Street, Bay City, Texas 77414.

Bay City Tribune, April 22, 2015
 


James Calvin Rawls

Funeral services for James Calvin Rawls, 50, of Louise, TX, formally of Palacios, TX, will be Tuesday, November 25, 2014, at 11 a.m., at the Agape Church in Palacios, TX, with Pastor Eric Young officiating.

Burial will be in Palacios Cemetery.

Viewing will be Monday, November 24, 2014, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., in the Chapel of Green’s Mortuary.

Final arrangements entrusted to the caring professionals of Green’s Mortuary, 2702 Avenue C, Bay City, TX, 77414. 979-2459-3489.

Bay City Tribune, November 23, 2014
 


Barry Dale Reckaway
June 19, 1959 - July 23, 2013

Barry Dale Reckaway, 54, of Bay City passed away July 23, 2013. He was born June 19, 1959 in Victoria, TX to the late George William Reckway and Ernestine Vollmering Reckaway.

Graveside services will be 4:00 Friday, July 26, 2013 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck with Rev. Chester Sassman officiating.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home          Photo courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise


 


Charline Reddoch

Funeral services for Charline Reddoch, 81, of Cedar Lane, Texas, will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 2, 2014, in the chapel of Green’s Mortuary in Bay City, Texas, with the Rev. Jerry Manning officiating.

Viewing will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, July 1, 2014, in the chapel of Green’s Mortuary.

Burial will follow immediately after the services at Roselawn Cemetery in Van Vleck.

Charline was born April 9, 1933 in Bay City.

She was preceded in death by her son, Glen Alfred Reddoch on May 20, 1959; and her husband, B. Lee Reddoch, on September 2, 2009.

She is survived by Eric Reddoch of Van Vleck, Mark Reddoch of Cedar Lane, Deborah Thornton Stockman of Magnolia, and Duane Thornton of Freeport.

Pallbearers will be Chuck Steckman, Al Thacker, Sam Trevino, Billie Ray Thornton, Seth Ogletree, and Eric Fantherree.

Final arrangements are entrusted with Green’s Mortuary at 979-245-3489.

Bay City Tribune, July 2, 2014            Courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


Jo Ann Reicks

 

Funeral services for Jo Ann Reicks, 81, of Palacios will be held on April 24 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Palacios. A Rosary will be led by the Catholic Daughters at 10:30 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. A lunch will be provided by The Catholic Daughters.

 

Jo Ann was born on a farm in Greene County, Iowa in 1934, and was the youngest of eight children and she died at MD Anderson hospital on March 30, 2015, after a long battle with ovarian cancer.

 

She married William J. Reicks in 1955. They had four children, Becky, Bill, Chris and Michele. Jo Ann and Bill lived mostly in Orlando, Florida and Houston, Texas while raising their children. Once the children were grown, Bill took a job with Aramco in 1981 and they moved to Saudi Arabia for eight years and then to Ottawa, Canada for two years.

 

Once Bill retired from Aramco, they chose to live on their sailboat for several years, moving from place to place on the Gulf coast, the east coast, the Caribbean, and finally settling in Palacios, Texas in 2000 at the Serendipity Marina.

 

They eventually bought a house, and later Bill built another house on their property, where Jo Ann lived the rest of her life.

 

Jo Ann was an active member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, and was a member of Our Lady of the Sea, a court of the Catholic Daughters of America. She was an amazing cook and loved to bake. She often brought her goodies to the church functions.

 

Jo Ann is survived by her husband Bill, her sister Ruth Fowble, her four children, eleven grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be given to St. Anthony’s Catholic Church,1004 Mangusson, Palacios, TX 77465 or to Our Lady of the Sea, PO Box 373, Palacios, TX 77465. The Catholic Daughters of America is a non-profit organization.

 

Palacios Beacon, April 15, 2015

 


Joyce Rennoldson
June 9, 1951 - October 7, 2014

Joyce Rennoldson, 63, of Markham, Texas, died in a car accident on October 7, 2014. 

She was born June 9, 1951, in Indiana, to the late Albert and Helen Micklos.  She was a rural mail carrier for the El Campo Post Office and was a volunteer fireman and EMT with the Midfield Fire Dept.

She is survived by her husband, Ralph Rennoldson of Markham; and brother, Lawrence Micklos of Illinois.

A Memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, October 13, 2014, at Wheeler Funeral Home in El Campo, Texas, with Pastor Clyde Grier officiating.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of Wheeler Funeral Home, El Campo.

Bay City Tribune, October 12 2014
 


Ellen Rexroad

November 17, 1929 -February 28, 2015

Alma Ellen Rexroad, better known to her friends as “Ellen” and to her grandchildren as “Nanny”, passed away on February 28, 2015.

She is preceded by both parents; sister, Johnny Dee Walker; husband, Nick Rexroad; and one grandson, Nicholas “Thumper” Rexroad.

She is survived by her sisters, Georgia Yule and Mary Jo McKittrick; son, Tim Rexroad; grandchildren, Shane Richardson, Damon Rexroad, Brittany Meyers and Brooke Briggs; and great-grandchildren, Zach Richardson, Amanda Richardson, Joshua Briggs, Drake Briggs, Nico Rexroad, Caleb Rexroad and Asher Meyers.

Her memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church in Van Vleck, Texas, on April 18, 2015, at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Bob Hobbins officiating. The service will be followed by a reception, at the same location.

The First Baptist Church is located at 9210 SH 35 North, Van Vleck, TX 77482.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to First Baptist Church of Van Vleck.

Bay City Tribune, April 15, 2015
 


Martha Frances Reynolds

Martha Frances Reynolds, 85, of Brazoria, Texas, passed from this life on September 29, 2014.

She was born in Colbert County, Alabama to Horace and Maud Marlow. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and was happily married for 60 years. She was also a charter member of Shady Acres Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at Shady Acres Baptist Church on Wednesday October 1, 2014, at 2 p.m., with Bro. David Pate officiating.

Visitation will be on Tuesday September 30, 2014, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia, Texas.

Serving as pallbearers are Jared, Jimmy and Jace Reynolds, Heath Walker, Cory Crain and Levi Nett.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband, J.L. Reynolds; children, Marlow Wayne Reynolds, James Lee Reynolds and wife Lesa, Kevin Ray Reynolds, Carma Lynn Crain and husband Farris, Reesa Kay Walker and husband Randy; grandchildren, Cory Crain, Jedediah Reynolds, Jared Reynolds and wife Lisa, Jimmy Reynolds and wife Celeste, Jace Reynolds, Heath Walker, Jennifer Hylden and husband Darren, Erin Crain, Katelynn Nett and husband Levi and Kelsie Crain; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.

Arrangements are by Baker Funeral Home, 634 S. Columbia Drive, West Columbia Texas.

Online condolences may be made by signing the guest book at www.bakerfuneralhome.net

Bay City Tribune, October 1, 2014
 


Betty Jane Vega Rico-Greer

August 3, 1944 - April 30, 2015

Betty Jane Vega Rico-Greer, 70, of Bay City, TX, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2015, at her home.

She was born August 3, 1944, in Bay City, to Jesse and Ignacia Escamilla Vega.

Betty is preceded in death by both parents; and son; Magdaleno Rico III.

She is survived by her husband, Will Greer; daughters, Delores Dalvand of Austin, TX, Eva Carhart and husband Michael of Bay City, Driana Rodriguez and husband Daniel of Bay City and Lisa Tome and husband Michael of Pensacola, FL; sons, Orlando Rico and wife Sonja of Wharton, TX, and Owen Greer of Sparks, NV; sisters, Alice Reyna and Catherine Hernandez of Bay City, Hope Cisneros and husband Fedencio of Dickinson, TX, and Anna Garcia and husband Jesse of Angleton, TX; brother, Jesse Vega, Jr; grandchildren, Sharzad Dalvand-Torres, Cayla Carhart, Danielle Rodriguez, Pamela LeFan, Melissa Rodriguez, Trey Rodriguez, Leslie Rodriguez, Elyssa Bryant, Michael Rico, Cameron Rico, Angelica Rico, Amanda Rico, Alex Rico, Shayla McGhee, Kaitlyn McGhee, Steven McGhee, Jaxon Greer, Emilee Greer, Abby Greer, Cole Greer and McKenna Greer; and 11 great-grandchildren.

The Rosary will be at 5 p.m., Sunday, May 3, 2015, at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, TX.

The funeral mass will be at 10 a.m., Monday, May 4, 2015, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Msgr. Gerry Cernoch officiating.

Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, TX.

Pallbearers are David Cisneros, Trey Rodriguez, Rudy Luna, Ivan Greer, Mike Carhart, Michael Thome, Michael Rico and Evan Garza.

Honorary pallbearers are William Smith, Gary Graham, Alexander Rico and Julian Torres.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the, Our Lady of Guadalupe Building Fund.

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, May 3, 2015             Photo courtesy of Betty Crosby


 


CECIL ROYCE RINGO
(May 17, 1951 - July 18, 2014)

Cecil Royce Ringo of Brazoria passed away on Friday, July 18, 2014. He was born on May 17, 1951, to Alvin Elisha Ringo and Sylvia Bell Ringo. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Athaleen Hall, as well as his maternal and paternal grandparents.

He is survived by his sons, James Ringo of Clute, Jason Ringo of Lake Jackson and Brett Ringo of Palacios; sisters Oveta Vollbaum, Melvina Welsh & husband Jimmie of Brazoria, and Patsy Langlinais & husband Harold of Angleton; brothers Marvin Ringo & wife Darlene, and Larry Ringo & wife Patricia of Brazoria; grandchildren James Allen Ringo, Lyndsey Ringo, Lacie Ringo, Gaven Ringo and Malaki Ringo.

Cecil was born in San Saba, Texas but spent his school age years in Palacios, Texas, graduating from Palacios High School prior to moving to Brazoria County in the early 70’s. He worked primary in the construction field for various l! ocal contractors and was employed by Matula & Matula at the time of his death.

Visitation will be held at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia, Texas from 6 – 8 PM on Wednesday, July 23, 2014. Graveside services will be held at Cedar Lawn Cemetery in West Columbia at 9:00 AM on Thursday, July 24, 2014.

Published in the Brazosport Facts 23 July 2014.
 


Rayden Jay Robertson
July 11, 2005 - July 11, 2005

An angel has gone to be with God. His body will be laid to rest with his uncle, C.J. Robertson.

His spirit will be watching over all of us.

He leaves here on earth: his mother and father, Jaimi and Jay Micheal Robertson; sisters, Kiya Jean and Nicole; brother, Charles John; grandparents, Jean and Nathan Etheridge and Jay Michael Robertson; aunts and uncle, Tara Morales, Kimberly Valdez and Douglas Chastain; cousins, A.J., Dustin, Weto, Cheyenne and Dakota Morales, Cydnei Baldridge, Kassi Golden, Aleck Bermea, Luke Valdez and Quinn Nick Valdez.

Services were held at 4 p.m. Saturday at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

Family and friends will all miss him.

Bay City Tribune, July 17, 2005
 


Winifred Robinson
February 2, 1941 – July 25, 2014

Funeral services for Winifred “Winnie” Robinson, 73, formerly of Bay City, Texas, will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, August 2, 2014, at Mother Zion Baptist Church, Bay City, Texas, with burial to follow at Eastview Cemetery.

Visitation and guest book register will be held from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m., Friday, August 1, 2014, at Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in Bay City.

She was born in Bay City, Texas, February 2, 1941, to Nick Mills and Evelyn Grovey Mills, and passed away July 25, 2014, in Missouri City, Texas.

Survivors include two sons, Johnny Robinson, Jr. of Atlanta, GA. and Horace Robinson (Jackie) of Richmond, Texas; God-daughter, Jayla; two grandsons, Kenny and Van Jr.; five great-grandchildren, Jason, JaMarcus, Joe Joe, Bailey Kae and Kohle; two nieces, Evelyn and Rae; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Condolences may be shared with the family by fax at 979-245-1537 or online at duncan-roberts@att.net.

Arrangements with Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home Bay City, Texas, 979-245-5197.

Bay City Tribune, July 30, 2014
 


Marcelino Robles

 

Funeral services will be held for Marcelino Robles, 69, of Houston, 9:30 AM Wednesday, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Officiating at the services will be the Rev. J. P. Shannon. Robles died May 9, 1982, in Houston.

 

Survivors include wife, Mary Robles of Houston; daughter, Mary Robles of Houston; son, Fred Robles of Houston; sisters, Aniceta Diaz of Palacios, Andrea Olvera and Consuelo Herrera and Luceta Guzman of Bay City, Louisa Acosta of Clute; brother, Matias Robles of Pasadena.

 

Burial will follow services at Cedarvale Cemetery. Arrangements with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.

 

The Daily Tribune, May 11, 1982                    Courtesy of Susie Adkins

 


Jose Antonio Rocha Jr.
(November 5, 1969 - April 21, 2015)

Jose Antonio “Joe” Rocha Jr.,45, of El Campo passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2015. Joe was born on Nov. 5, 1969 in Bay City, Texas to Jose Antonio and Sylvia Guerrero Rocha, Sr. Joe proudly served his country in the Army. Joe was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan who also liked to fish. Joe also liked the Duke University Blue Devils. Joe loved his family, especially his children and grandchildren. Joe was a loving father and grandfather who loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Joe was a coach through the years who influenced a lot of people.

Joe is survived by his loving family: 4 children: Matthew Scott Rocha, Marcus Rocha, Samantha Rocha, and Sarah Ramos; mother: Sylvia Guerrero Hernandez; 3 grandchildren: Jaydon Mireles, Adrianna Ramos, and David Ramos, Jr.; brother: Richard Rocha; sister: Angie Guajardo; numerous nieces & nephews; and other family members.

The Family will receive visitors from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday April 27, 2015 at the funeral home with a Rosary at 6:30 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Blessing with Rev. Peter Yeboah-Amanfo celebrant. Rite of committal to follow at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery.

Taylor Bros. Funeral Home 


 


Photo below courtesy of Heather Serrill Janise

Photo at left courtesy of Dan Vacek
 


Efrain Romero, Jr.
 


Sylvia Romero
(December 1, 1954 - August 3, 2014)

Sylvia Romero went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 3, 2014. Sylvia was born on December 1, 1954 in El Campo , Texas to the late Raymond and Estella Cadriel Escobar.

Sylvia is survived by two daughters, Jennifer Romero and Bianca Escobar; grandchildren, Angelina Molina, Soriah Molina, Christian Molina, Jolissa Wanez, and James Kizzee; Great-grandchild, Paisley Servantes. Mass of Christian Burial will be 3:00P.M. Tuesday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Monsignor Gerry Cernoch celebrant. Rite of committal will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.

www.taylorbros.net                                    Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


William Wade Roome

June 9, 1939 - October 30, 2014

William Wade “Bill” Roome, 75, of Bay City, TX, passed away October 30, 2014.

He was born June 9, 1939, in El Campo, TX, to the late Harold Wade Roome and Lyda Elizabeth Raybon.

Bill was very active for many years in Bay City Little League, he was an avid golfer, a huge Aggie Fan and rarely missed a Bay City Black Cat football game.

Survivors include his wife, Peggy Joyce Kelly Roome; daughter, Patricia Roome Bell and husband Doug of Hallsville, TX; son, William Paul Roome and wife Bridget of Cypress, TX; sisters, Haroldean “Deanie” McKeown of Texas City and Lyda Elizabeth “Beth” Martin of Edna, TX; brothers, Alton “Sonny” Roome and wife Alice of Louise, TX, and Carol Gene “Bubbie” Roome and wife Gayle of Lolita; and grandchildren, Ryan Daley Bell, Riley Nicole Bell, Austin Levi Roome and Garrett Wade Bell.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., Sunday, November 2, 2014, at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas.

The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, November 3, 2014, at the First Baptist Church in Van Vleck, Texas, with the Rev. Bob Hobbins officiating.

Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be Lawrence Roome, Ronnie Martin, Mark McKeown, Gary McKeown, Richard Roome and Doug Bell.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to First Baptist Church of Van Vleck Building Fund; National Parkinson Foundation, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 5018, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5018, 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. 979-245-4613.

Bay City Tribune, November 2, 2014            Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham


 


Irma B. Rugeley

October 12, 1892 – July 14, 1967

 

Funeral services for Irma B. (Mrs. T. L.) Rugeley, 74, of Van Vleck, a sister of H. L. Bickham of Palacios, were held Saturday, July 15, at 4:00 PM, at Taylor Brothers Funeral Chapel in Bay City, with Rev. Evan Henderson of the Van Vleck Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in the Cedarvale Cemetery.

 

Unknown                         Obit courtesy of Susie Adkins            Photo courtesy of Suzy and Rob Find A Grave Volunteers #46950534

 

 


Vim X Rye

Vim X Rye passed away on January 31, 2015, in Bay City, TX, at age 91.

His family will cherish his legacy as a devoted spouse, a sweet and loving father, and a proud grandfather and great-grandfather. His friends will remember a dignified, hard-working, fun-loving colleague, who was always kind, generous and hospitable.

Vim X was born in Russellville, AR, in 1923. He served in the United States Army Air Corps and was a graduate of the University of Arkansas. He was a spirited, life-long alumnus, and his Sigma Nu fraternity brothers are among his most cherished extended family.

Vim X married Barbara Carr in 1950, and together they operated Tetts Jewelers in Bay City, TX, for more than 30 years. He was a long-time member of Texas Retailers Association and Texas Jewelers Association. Vim X was a 32nd degree, life member of the Masonic Lodge, a member of the American Legion, and past president of the Bay City Chamber of Commerce, Bay City Lions Club and Bay City Country Club. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Bay City.

Vim X and Barbara, who preceded him in death, have two children, Vicki Rye Head and husband Wayne, and Debbi Rye.

His wife, Marian Wilks Rye, survives him. Vim X and Marian, were married in 1987, and blended their families to include Katy Kalk Bohuslav and husband Thomas, of Austin, TX, and Kris Kalk and wife Emily, of Richmond, TX.

Vim X was a proud grandfather to Ken Head and wife Sarah, of Sugar Land, TX; Vim X Head and wife Sarah, of Katy, TX; Kirk Head and wife Renee, of Cypress, TX; Ronald Lee Northcutt and wife Brooke, of Austin, TX; and Jennifer Rye South and husband Mike, of Jacksonville, FL; Michael, Will and Jack Bohuslav, of Austin, TX; and Sidney and Mason Kalk, of Richmond, TX.

Vim X is survived by 13 great-grandchildren.

Vim X would be honored by gifts in his memory, to the Bay City Public Library, 1100 7th Street, Bay City, TX 77414.

There will be a celebration of his life on Saturday, February 21, 2015, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Bay City Country Club.

Bay City Tribune, February 4, 2015
 

 

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