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Cathy Ann Saha, 63, of Blessing, Texas passed away at her home on Sunday, December 3, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born March 1, 1960, in Bay City, Texas to Thomas Gerald McKissick, Sr. and Betty McKissick Walters. Cathy married the love of her life, Russell Saha on November 1, 2002. Cathy went to school in Bay City, first attending a private school, Peden, before entering Bay City public schools. She was a twirler at both the junior high and the high school. After graduating Bay City High School, Cathy worked in management for several years. Then her little angel was born. Cathy looked forward to the days and time she could spend with her daughter, Hillary, and then later with her precious grandchildren Izabella and Ramon, Ameryce, Kaleb and Aria. They meant the world to her. On the other days you could find Cathy in her beloved garden tending her flowers, maybe just watching her adorable cats and dogs, or painting by number. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Gerald McKissick, Sr.. She is survived by her loving husband, Russell Saha; mother, Betty McKissick Walters (Tony); children, Hillary Hernandez (Ray), Megan Jacques (Armando III) and Cory Saha; grandchildren, Ramon, Izabella, Ameryce, Kaleb and Aria; brother, Jerry McKissick (Charlotte); sister, Kimberly Perkins; Aunt, Col. Patricia Parson and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. The family will receive relatives and friends for visitation from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday, December 8, 2023 at the Palacios Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Sunday at the Palacios Funeral Home with Rev. LeRoy Cunningham officiating. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery near Blessing, Texas. Pallbearers for Cathy will be Jerry McKissick, Brandon McKissick, Bradley McKissick, Bryce McKissick, Cory Saha and Ray Hernandez.
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Carolyn Svatek Salazar, 66, passed away peacefully in her home in Bay City, TX on October 5, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 10, 1956 to August and Joann Svatek. Carolyn was a life-long resident of Bay City, TX and a member of the Holy Cross Catholic Church. After graduating from Bay City High School in 1975, She chased her dream of becoming a nurse. She graduated from Wharton County Junior College with her associate degree, became a Registered Nurse, and began her career with the Matagorda County Hospital District in 1983. Carolyn had a passion for taking care of people and was highly regarded within the hospital community for her professionalism, leadership, commitment, and dedication. Her natural gift was always serving people, which was exemplified through mentoring many nurses, sharing the wisdom and experience that she gained over the years. She believed in serving her patients with dignity, respect, and true compassion. She created a legacy that will continue to impact many generations to come. Carolyn was one of the founding members of the Matagorda Regional Medical Center Foundation, which was created in 2004. In 2015, after she retired from 31 years of service, the Foundation honored her along with her friend and mentor, Jan Johnson, for their combined 70+ years of nursing experience, dedication, and leadership by creating the Johnson-Salazar Nursing Scholarship. Carolyn was an amazing and devoted mother to her two children. She was their nurse, counselor, teacher, friend, and biggest supporter. Carolyn could always be counted on to be there for her kids. She was an outstanding example of a true matriarch. In 2009, she married the love of her life, Jerry Salazar, after meeting each other while working at the hospital. Their relationship was built on trust, compassion, and care, and they were both extremely blessed that God brought them together. Carolyn was known for being the backbone of her family, and this was illustrated by the loving care and support she provided to her parents, siblings, and many others over the years. When she wasn’t spoiling her grandchildren, she enjoyed working in the yard, hosting family BBQs with her husband, decorating her home for the holidays, reading, diamond art, and relaxing in the pool. Carolyn will be dearly missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Jerry Salazar; parents, August and Joann Svatek; children, Eric Snyder and Krystle Pape; step-son Jerry Salazar Jr.; siblings, Charlene (Tommy) Fuller, Mark (Carla) Svatek, and Anita (Mark) Henske; grandchildren, Makenzie Pape, Kaylyn Salazar, McCoy Pape, Cyrus Snyder, and soon-to-be Coralyn Snyder; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Bay City. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM followed by a funeral mass at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Van Vleck. Pallbearers include Robby Henske, Cody Fuller, Bailey Svatek, Bradley Svatek, Jerry Salazar Jr., and Ryan Salazar. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Carolyn may be made to the MRMC Foundation. Online donations can be made at https://matagordaregional.ejoinme.org/MyPages/DonateNow or you may contact Tiffany Foltyn at (979) 241-5534 or tfoltyn@matagordaregional.org
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Nieves Salinas Samora, 96 formerly of Richmond/ Newgulf, TX, died on March 12, 2024, in Richwood, TX. She was born Maria de las Nieves Salinas in Louise, TX on May 8, 1927, to Mauricio and Bartola Salinas, the youngest of 13 children. At the age of 9 the family moved to Palacios, TX where she attended school. In her teen years Nieves worked a variety of jobs including cleaning shrimp, picking pineapples, and packing spinach. She also picked cotton for the local farmers. In WW II Nieves worked at Camp Hulen and a military camp in San Antonio folding linens in the camp laundry quarters. Upon returning to Palacios, she worked at Ben Franklin Variety Store until she met her husband Guadalupe Samora Sr. On March 28, 1948, they were married and began their life in Newgulf, TX. Shortly after moving to Newgulf, their family began to grow and was completed with 7 daughters and 2 sons. In 1960, she began her career in education at “La Esquelita” to help preschoolers who spoke limited English prepare for public school. Before the end of the program Nieves classes were integrated and contained up to 40 students each year. She prided herself in knowing that her students excelled above average. During this time, she also taught CCD, was a girl scout leader, part of the PTO and managed the co-ed softball team Scarlet Garters, along with her husband. In 1971, when her teaching career ended, she was employed by Boling ISD as a cafeteria worker at Boling High School. When her husband retired in 1986 from Boling ISD they moved to Richmond, TX where she was hired as a cafeteria monitor. She later retired at the age of 83 from Jane Long Elementary in 2010. In 1998, she took on a second job at Wal-Mart as a door greeter, later retiring in 2011. After her retirement, Nieves enjoyed spending time with her adult children, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren playing loteria, celebrating birthdays, holidays or just a simple family gathering. She shared several family recipes with her children including Ranch Burgers and Pecan Puffs, who often made them with the pecans that she picked well into her 90s. Nieves never slowed down. Up until the last days of her life you would still see her enjoying a sip of her “Little Coke”. The most important things to Nieves were family, faith and hard work. Nieves is preceded in death by her mother and father, her siblings, her beloved husband of 48 years Guadalupe Samora Sr, daughter Nanie Samora, granddaughter Doreen Rodriguez, grandsons DJ King, Rene Samora, Trever Burleson Jr and Lucas Samora and her son-in-law Eddy Coto. Nieves is survived by sons Guadalupe Samora Jr and Cindy of Wharton and Robert Samora Sr. of Baytown, daughters Diana Rodriguez of Boling, Rosie Samora of Rosenberg, Norma Navarro and Tony of Van Vleck, Maria Coto of Hialeah FL, Victoria Ardoin and Herman of Freeport and Christi Padron and Rigo of Houston. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Angelica Salinas, 24 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren with 1 on the way and 7 great great grandchildren. Pallbearers: Guadalupe Samora III, Dorien Samora Rodriguez, Rigo Garcia Jr, Mauricio Guadalupe Samora, Robert Samora Jr and Jared Jackson The family would like to thank the staff of Creekside Village and IPH Hospice for their care and compassion.
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A Funeral Mass for Anthony “Tony” Zerrato Sanchez, 31, of Palacios were held Jan. 8 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Palacios, followed by interment at Palacios Cemetery. Tony was born June 6, 1992 in Bay City to Simon Zerrato and Patricia Sanchez and he passed away January 3, 2024 Anthony loved watching football. He loved watching UFC fights, placing bets on these fights and would attend the fights when he could. He loved giving massages and he enjoyed doing yoga. He had his own business selling shrimp and fish. He would always help those that needed help and even the ones that didn’t. He had a gold, loving heart. He touched so many hearts. He enjoyed going for walks with his dog Chica. He loved going to the best restaurants and eating the best steaks. He loved his mother so much because she was always there to feed him and to care for him. He always made friends everywhere he went. He enjoyed the finer things and was always dressed in Gucci. Anthony will be missed by everyone that knew and loved him. Anthony was preceded in death by his grandfather, Nicolas Sanchez; grandmother, Socorro Mancera and cousin, Alejandra Lopez. He is survived by his niece, Genesis Constancio (12); nephews, Jeremy Constancio (10), Julius Ceasar (4), Julien Ceasar (2); Step-father, Jorge Guevara (38); siblings, Angelita Zerrato (30), Sherwin Ceasar, Jr. (25), Jesus Sanchez (25) and Armando Guevara (11) all of Palacios, Texas. Honoring Anthony as pallbearers will be Nick Sanchez, Jesus Zerrato, Jorge Guevara, Eduardo Ruiz, Adrian Rodriguez, Sherwin Ceasar, Jr., Abrem Muniz, Modesto Muniz and Brandon Davenport. Thoughts and memories may be shared online at www.gracefuneralhome.net. Arrangements and services were held under the personal care of Grace Funeral Homes & Cemeteries.
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Carolina Driscoll Sanders, 79 years old, Newgulf, TX passed away of natural causes on Saturday January 27, 2024. She was born in Newgulf, TX on August 29, 1944 and raised in Midfield, Burr, Wharton, TX. Carolina (also known as Carolyn) was preceded in death by her parents Carlos and Manuela Driscoll, her brothers Fidel, Carlos, Ishmael, David, her sisters Victoria, Amelia, Mary, survived by her beloved husband Paul Sanders of Newgulf, her sister Alice Gonzalez Yanez and husband Ray Yanez of Katy, her daughter Sonya Ramirez Quintero and husband Carlos Quintero of Richmond, her daughter Regina Nunez and deceased partner Rodney Prejean of Houston, her son Rudy Ramirez and wife Jennifer Ramirez of Richmond, her grandchild Desi Quintero, Anthony Prejean, Nicholas Ramirez, Savannah Ramirez, Aaliyah Prejean, Grace Ramirez, Aalyssa Prejean, Ari and Avi Prejean, her great grandchildren Jose Ortiz, Sebastian Ortiz, and Antonio Perez III, also numerous nieces and nephews. Carolina graduated from Wharton High School of 1964. Carolina was a honorable Catholic and attended Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Shortly after graduation she moved to Houston and worked at Browns' Bookstore as a clerk. From there she worked at Triangle Refinery (1977-1982), Coastal Corporation (1982-2000), and then Atofina until her retirement in 2005. She enjoyed her coffee and cookies at all times of the day, also supported her local community at multiple restaurants. Carolyn had a huge heart and helped the community in various ways like picking up trash, feeding/taking in homeless dogs, donating to fundraisers and helping people in any way possible. Carolyn loved 50s/60s reruns and watched every "I love Lucy" episode. Carolyn lit the room with her jokes and even cracked herself up, up until her last day. She loved living the country life, her family, and most importantly cherished her relationship with God. Thank you to those who loved and showed kindness to her. We will cherish her memories and her jokes forever. Visitation will be held starting on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 9 a.m. at Wharton Funeral Home Chapel. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. by Rachel Ramirez. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. A Rite of Burial and Committal will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Funeral services are under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at www.whartonfuneralhome.com
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James Harlan Sanders, 54 years young, was called home by his Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 26, 2023. James was born in Bay City, Texas on Friday, February 7, 1969 to Jimmy and Carol Sanders. James has been survived by his loving family, mother, Carol Sanders, wife, Denise Sanders, brother Steven Sanders and his wife Kaylynn, mother-in-law, Linda Denker and most especially his beloved children; Celeste Sanders, Austin Sanders and Addisyn Sanders, also his nieces; Krista Sanders, Shaie Sanders and Shannan Sanders, and nephew, Garrett Tupa and his wife Brittany. He has been preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Sanders. James loved life! In fact, he would often tell you, "OUT-SHHANDING!" and he said it often. His phone was always in use talking to his friends, co-workers, customers, family for hours on end. How he recalled all those stories that he could recite over over is beyond me, but he loved to tell stories of his life. When James would laugh, tears had to be wiped from his eyes. In fact, many nights he laughed in his sleep. He gave good strong handshakes, and was known as a Good Genuine Man. A Christian. He loved us and we all knew it. I am thankful for all the vacations we took as a family. We have memories that will last us a lifetime. I know this man left his mark on the world. He will be remembered by many, and this a testament of how he treated others. The silver lining is knowing he is reunited with his Dad, gets to finally meet my Dad, and his other family and friends in Heaven. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to help defray the cost of the funeral, and medical expenses. There will be a Celebration of Life Service to Honor James on Monday, December 11th, 2023 at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Rick Dubroc officiating, beginning with visitation from 9:am to 10:am, Rosary being recited at 10:am and Memorial Service at 10:30 am. Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish at Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen Street, Edna, Texas 77957, 361-782-2152.
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Funeral services for Johnnie Sauceda, who died Tuesday
morning after a heart attack, will be held Saturday at 2
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Darlene Jane Schneider, 59, of Bay City passed away, September 25, 2023. She was born October 12, 1963, in El Campo, Texas. She grew up in Midfield, TX and graduated from Tidehaven High School. She worked at the USDA for 35 years. She loved hunting and fishing with the family. She was preceded in death by her father Robert F. Merta. Survivors include her mother Louise Billicek Merta; husband Ray Allen Schneider; sons Lucas Schneider and wife Chelsi and Jonathan Schneider and wife Melissa; sisters Louann Naiser, Janice Smaistrla, Donna Holub, Cathy Merta, Marilyn Barta and Michelle Ottis; brothers Mark Merta, Robert Merta and Michael Merta and her grandchildren Riley Schnieder, Paisley Schneider, Presley Schneider, Bailey Schneider and JT Schneider. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Friday, September 29, 2023, at Holy Cross Catholic Church. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM followed by Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM with Rev. Stephen Vacek officiating. Pallbearers will be Randy Schneider, Jay Ledwig, Jerry Naiser, Gary Hickel, Carey Orsak and Tommy Orsak.
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Norman Bruce Schroeder, 78, of Bay City passed away January 11, 2024. He was born April 12, 1945 in Kinzua, Pennsylvania to the late Karl and Jane Schroeder. He was preceded in death by his wife Lorraine Schroeder. Survivors include daughters Lisa Schroeder, Diane Wilson and Desiree Selky (Sasan); sons Kevin Schroeder (Rachel) and Isaac Schroeder; sister Linda Schroeder; brothers Carl Schroeder, Jr. and Gary Schroeder; 14 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Bruce was a member of the United States Air Force and served in Vietnam. Once out of the Airforce Bruce pursued a career with Savannah River Site was a plant manager. Some of his hobbies included being an avid outdoorsman hunting deer and turkey, as well as fishing. When not chasing wildlife he was busy playing baseball and basketball with the kids or reading. Bruce was an active member of Victory Baptist Church in North Augusta, South Carolina as well as Rose of Sharon in Van Vleck, Texas. Visitation will begin at 9:00AM Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at Turning Point Church. Funeral services will be at 10:00AM with Rev. Fidel Pesina officiating. Pallbearers will be Isaac Schroeder, Sasan Selky, Gilbert Morales, Martin Zamora, OC O’Connor, and Seth Morales. Graveside services will be at the Houston National Cemetery at 10:45AM Thursday, January 18, 2024.
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Funeral services for Kim Solis Shapiro, 64, were held at Hope Baptist Church of in League City on January 6, 2024. Kim was born February 26, 1959 to Robert Solis and Mary Ann Laur and she passed away December 14, 2023. Kim was a descendant of the original Spanish land grant holders on her father’s side and Scots-Germany ancestors on her mother’s side. Always ready to help, she was known for her sparkling smile, warmhearted nature, and generous spirit. She grew up in Southern California and Florida and graduated from Clear Lake High School in 1977. Kim worked as a Customer Service Engineer for Xerox Corporation for many years and helped build Enterprise Roofing & Skylights, with her husband, as office manager and administrator. She was devoted mother to her twin children Mary and Michael and was known as a skilled swimmer, who could water ski, surf, and even swam with wild manatees in Florida. She loved gardening and was a faithful believer and witness to Jesus Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Mary Ann, her uncle Joe Solis, who she often visited in Palacios, TX. She is survived by her beloved children, Mary Ann and Michael Shapiro, her husband Mike Shapiro, her brother Ron (Sandra), her sister Karen, her nieces and nephews, and extended family.
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Gail Ann Shelby, 69, formerly of Bay City, Texas passed away on March 31, 2024. She was born December 20, 1954, in Brockton, Massachusetts to the late Shirley Chick. Gail was preceded in death by her daughter, Christine Elizabeth Franzen. Survivors include her daughter, Melissa Golik (Duke) of Chicago; stepdaughter, Karen Holub (Jason) of Richmond, TX; and stepson, Rick Shelby of Wharton, TX. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Elizabeth Little (Tommy), Austin Holub, JR Shelby (Lexi), Samuel Fulton, Josh Holub, Rebecca Garcia (Josh) and Payton Cagwin (Kody); and one great grandchild, Ava Mae Cagwin. In accordance with Gail’s wishes, no formal services will be held. A private memorial will be held at a later date.
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Scott Allen Sherrill, 55, of Bay City passed away June 23, 2023. He was born May 14, 1968 in Texarkana, TX to Larry Sherrill and Ellen Renfro Sherrill. Scott is preceded in death by his father. He is survived by his wife Carolina Sherrill; his mother Ellen Sherrill; step-mother Avie Sherrill; daughters Ashley Villarreal, Emily Solis and Briana Solis; sons Ruben Reyes, Jr., Scott Sherrill II, Derek Sherrill and Chris Sherrill; brothers Jeff Sherrill, Mike Sherrill, Mark Sherrill and Jason Sherrill and grandchildren Anthony Reyes, Lexiana Dickinson, Irene Reyes, Gracie Sherrill-Paschall, Amy Sherrill, Peyton Sherrill-Paschall, Michael Sherrill, Anna Sherrill-Paschall, Ruben Reyes III, Jahari Sherrill, Benjamin Reyes and Victoria Reyes. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Saturday, July 1, 2023 at Ignite Church. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 AM with Pastor Chad Hammons officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Buddy Riley, Scott Sherrill II, Derek Sherrill, Chris Sherrill, Mike Sherrill and Mark Sherrill.
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Funeral services for Ernestine F. Silvas, 75, were held March 19 at Living Word Church in Palacios, followed by Rite of Committal at Palacios Cemetery. Ernestine was born October 29, 1948 in Galveston and entered eternal rest on March 13, 2024 in Kingwood. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. Ernestine will be dearly missed by all those who shared her wonderful memories. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmie Flores & Amparo M. Flores; great-grandson Alyxaiden; and stepdaughter, Noemi Silvas. She leaves behind to cherish and treasure her memories, her loving husband, Reymundo Silvas; son, David Rivas; daughter Amparo Longoria; grandchildren Alfred, Samantha, Eric and Jessica; great-grandchildren Ava, Drew, Audrina, Madelyn, Rosalee, Ezkiel, Zoe, Aria, Addy, Chloe, Hannah, Jeremiah; brothers, Jimmie Flores III and Johnny Flores. She is also survived by many other relatives and a host of good friends.
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Jesus Silvas, 82, of Bay City passed away September 9, 2023. He was born June 26, 1941 in Bay City. He was preceded in death by his mother, Adela Guzman; stepfather, Pedro Guzman Sr; grandmother, Manuela Silvas; and 2 brothers, Pete Gusman Jr and Pedro Gusman. Survivors include sisters Maria Jeremiah, Amy Garcia, Adelaide Ramirez, Lola Gamez and Manuela Vega, his brother Faustino Montalvo and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM Friday, September 15, 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 Alfred D. Aivles, Nicholas Aivles, Gus Garcia, Randy Garcia, Frankie Gamez, and Arthur Guzman. Special thank you to Aunt Estella & Uncle Henry Silvas for all the care they gave Jesus through the years, may they rest in peace.
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Myra Waymel Pitmon Smith, 91 of Sugar Land, passed away Friday, March 1, 2024. She was born December 28, 1932 in Delhi, LA to Willie Leo “John” Pitmon and Hattie Mae Duke Pitmon. She lived at various times in Louisiana; Sugar Land, Bay City, Houston and Bellaire, Texas; and was a member of the Church of Christ. Waymel’s most cherished role in life was that of Nana to her two grandchildren. Waymel enjoyed crafting, reading and an occasional trip with friends. While living in Bay City, she enjoyed working at Harvest House food pantry through Nichols Street Church of Christ. Through much of the last 20 years, Waymel taught hundreds of students through World Bible School’s correspondence courses. She is survived by her son Randall Smith and wife Terrell Smith of Sugar Land, TX; grandson Billy Joe Smith III; granddaughter Elizabeth Smith Elrod and husband Eric and their daughters Bridget and Audrey; daughter-in-law Karen Smith; and a few nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Willie “John” and Hattie Mae Pitmon; her husband Billy Joe Smith, Sr.; infant daughter Debra Jean Smith; son Billy Joe Smith, Jr; and her siblings Virginia Womack, Avis Sykes, Gracie Roberts, Obie Pitmon, Eunice Hudson and Elton Lee Pitmon. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Nichols St. Church of Christ in Bay City with Bro. Andy Baker of Graeber Road Church of Christ officiating. A visitation will precede the funeral, beginning at 9:00 AM at the church. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Harvest House in Bay City, Texas.
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We are heartbroken to announce the death of our father, Tom Alan Smith. He passed away on June 27, 2023, peacefully at the age of 85, surrounded by family. Our dad enjoyed visiting with people and was always looking to scratch a scratch off. He leaves behind his wife of 44 years, Elvira Janie Smith; a son, Russell Smith of Austin; two daughters, Kimberly Capak (Daryl) of Palacios and Rhonda Morales (Caesar) of Edna. He is survived by four grandchildren, David Hackfeld (Susan), Kyle Capak (Courtney), Mallory Morales and Madison Smith. He had seven great grandchildren, Rusty Hackfeld, Kortlyn Hackfeld, Rilyn Hackfeld, Adilyn Hackfeld, Camille Janik, Kade and Konnor Ewing There will be a celebration of life at a later date.
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Hallettsville – Wayne Lee “Snuffy” Smith, 65, of Hallettsville, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009. He was born Feb. 15, 1944 in Waco the son of Malcom and Mardelle Swensen Smith. He was a retired service technician with Southwestern Bell. He was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Hallettsville. He is survived by his wife, Bernice Smith of Hallettsville; his mother, Mardelle Swensen Smith Krebs of Waco; sons, Tim Leadford and wife Tressa of Markham, Tait Leadford and wife Dawn of Yoakum, and Charles Smith of Little Rock, Ark.; brother, Mitchell Smith of Waco; and step-sister, Julie Booth of Galveston. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Brooke, Shelby and Zachurie Leadford, and Corey Stovall. He was preceded in death by his father. Memorial services will be held 2 p. m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Hallettsville with Pastor Allen Williams officiating. Memorial may be made in his memory to the Hallettsville Public Library. Arrangements by Colonial Funeral Home, 1801 E. Red River, Victoria, 361-578-3535. Victoria Advocate, November 12, 2009
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How lucky are we to have had someone that makes saying goodbye so hard. Alan was well known for his ability to make everyone laugh. It didn't matter the situation, he had a way of making light of it. Alan's laugh was one in a million. If you heard him laugh , you were laughing too. He was the kind of man that was quick to help whoever. He never said no to a person in need. He was an amazing farther, son, brother, and friend. To say 'he will be missed' doesn't carry enough volume. ''NEVER MISS THE MESSAGE'' - ALAN
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He had the most contagious smile and personality. Ryan was the life of the party and had a generous heart. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and being around those he loved. He was a devoted son, grandson, brother, uncle and friend to many. He will be dearly missed by all the lives he touched. Ryan is preceded in death by his father. He is survived his grandparents Herbert and Emma Snyder; mother and step-father Carol and Dave Knowles; sisters Emily Rivas, Bethany Quinney and Leah Hernandez, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
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ATLANTA - Gabriel Adrian Solis has gone home to Our Lord
and Savior on Thursday, December 20, 2018. He was born
February 9, 1975 in Palacios to Robert N. Solis and
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Oliver Strouther Southall, 89, of Boling passed away September 24, 2023. He was born June 30, 1934 in Prichard, Alabama to the late Calvin Oliver Southall and Alberta N. Whisenhant Southall. Oliver served the Lord for 40+ years as a Baptist preacher, his last posting was at Iago Federated Church. His previous occupations included police officer and county dispatcher. In his retirement he created and sold beautiful woodworking scroll saw creations of mainly crosses. He could be found at many different craft shows around south Texas selling his wares and visiting with old and new friends. In his lifetime he fished, hunted, and sat in front of the tv rooting for his favorite team. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter Susan Seaman. Survivors include daughters Deborah Emmons and husband John, Vivian Orr and husband Joseph Mark and Kim Mangum and husband Jeff; son Matthew Southall and wife Gale; grandchildren Elissa Emmons, Joseph Mark Orr II, Brandon Oliver Orr, Daniel Orr, Candace Landry, Lucas Orr, Matthew Southall and Karah Oliver and 22 great grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, October 14, 2023 at the Palacios Funeral Home Chapel.
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Myron August Spree Jr., known to many as Buster, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022. He was born on February 27, 1944, in Phoenix, Arizona, to the late Myron Sr. and Clara Backhus Spree (Sheeran). Buster grew up in Palacios, Texas, where he developed his love of saltwater fishing and shrimping. After graduating from Palacios High School, he attended college, but the draw of the water kept him from actually attending some classes. In April 1966, he enlisted into the United States Marine Corps where he served honorably for 6 years and rose to the rank of Sergeant (E 5). His service took him to Vietnam, a time he didn’t discuss much with his kids. He took great joy later in life serving as a fishing captain for the annual Warrior’s Weekend event in Port O’Connor. Seeing the joy fishing and being out on the water brought to fellow servicemen helped heal his soul as well as theirs. Buster married Carol Adams on September 14, 1968, in Palacios. Together they became parents of five daughters. He may have been a “Girl Dad,” but he raised us to work like boys, especially on the back deck of his shrimp boats. We will always treasure the many sunrises and hot days spent with him on his boats. Dad worked as a machinist at ALCOA Point Comfort for over 25 years and as a commercial shrimper in Port Lavaca. His passion for the ecosystem and fisheries in Lavaca Bay led him to actively advocate against industrial water pollution and to become involved in the Lavaca Bay Foundation. “Faith, Family, Friends and Fishing were priorities in Dad’s life. He chose to live every day grateful to the good Lord for giving him another one. He was the happiest filling those days on the water with his family and friends and helping anyone in need. His will to live was one of the most amazing gifts he gave us.” Buster is survived by his beloved daughters: Kim, Shannon (Jeff Kolos), Shelby (Joe) Nicknish, Cassie (James) Adcock, and Carrie (Michael) Fehlis; 12 grandchildren: Joe Jr., Hannah, Nathan, Samuel, Kyleigh, Ethan, Ben, Drew, Kolden, Laina, Grant and Miles; brother, Paul (Donna) Spree; sister, Frances (Robert) White; 4 nieces; 2 nephews; and life-long love, Carol Spree. The family would like to extend a huge thank you to Dr. Paul Bunnell, who went above and beyond as both friend and doctor to give us as many years as possible with Dad. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 2, 2022, at Salem Lutheran Church in Port Lavaca. Reception and brunch to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lavaca Bay Foundation, P.O. Box 498, Port Lavaca, Texas; Warrior’s Weekend, 3603 Miori Lane, Victoria, Texas 77901; or Salem Lutheran Church, 2101 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas 77979.
Victoria Advocate, September 2, 2022 |
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Funeral services for Anna Beth Stanley, 75, of Bay City were scheduled for 4 p. m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church in Bay City with the Revs. David Kleinfeldt and Jim Welch officiating. Burial will be at Cedarvale Cemetery. Mrs. Stanley was born July 11, 1917 in Houston to Frederick J. and Mattie Gouner Johnson and she died Sept. 11, 1992 at her residence. She was a member of First Christian Church in Bay City. Mrs. Stanley was a resident of Bay City for 49 years and formerly of Galveston. She also was a member of the Pink Ladies Auxiliary at Matagorda General Hospital in Bay City. Survivors include her husband, O. B. Stanley of Bay City; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Fred and Linda Stanley, and Steve Stanley all of Bay City; two sisters, Arlene Pittman of New Orleans, La. and Lorraine Fournier of Franklin, La.; four grandchildren, Bart Stanley of El Campo, Susan Faciane of Hurst, Shane Ganske and Ty Ganske, both of Bay City; two great-grandchildren, Samantha Stanley and Sommer Stanley, both of El Campo. Pallbearers will be Russell Law, Larry Fountain, Ladell Sump, John Hancock, Jason Wallace, Kevin Faciane, Shane Ganske and Ty Ganske. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City. The Daily Tribune, September 13, 1992 Photo courtesy of Faye Cunningham
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Funeral services for Mrs. Pamela Floyd Small Stanley, 42, of Bay City will be held 3 p. m. Thursday at the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. John Jolley and the Rev. Frank Seaman officiating. Burial will be in Cedarvale Cemetery. Mrs. Stanley was born June 24, 1941, in Houston and died May 23, 1984, in Matagorda General Hospital. She had been a resident of Bay City since January of 1961. She was an active member of the First Christian Church. Mrs. Stanley was also Woman of the Year for 1977, president of the Bay City Junior Service League, officer in Beta Sigma Phi, a former teacher at Bay City Junior High School, a committee member for Cultural Arts Center and one of the founders of the CPR program in Bay City. Survivors include: husband, Fred Stanley of Bay City; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Small of Jacksonville; father and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Stanley of Bay City; daughter, Susan Stanley of Bay City; a son, Bart Stanley of Bay City; sister, Virginia Faulk of Tyler; brother, Floyd Small of Houston; brother-in-law, Steve Stanley of Bay City; nephew, Matthew Faulk of Tyler. Pallbearers will be Charles Allison, Sam Maglitto, Bobby Kimball, Lamar Evans, Rick Glassett and Hill Winfrey. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, the First Christian Church building fund, or the Bay City Cultural Association. Arrangements were made with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Daily Tribune, May, 1984
Cancer Claims Life of Community Leader Local civic leader Mrs. Fred (Pamela) Stanley, 42, died this morning after fighting a long battle against cancer. Mrs. Stanley was named Woman of the Year for 1977 by the chamber of commerce for her activities in the community which exemplified the “outstanding qualities of unselfish service to Bay City.” She worked for a time as educational director of the First Christian Church and was board secretary and director of the vacation Bible school. She served as a deaconess and Sunday School teacher. She was president of the Junior Service League in 1973-74, co-chairman of the annual Junior Service League Charity Ball. She was active in the Aquatic Club, a member of the Cay Care Center Board of directors, a leader of the Marriage Encounter Group, and a member of the Chautauqua book Review Club. She served as president and vice president of P_ P__ and Beta Sigma Phi sororities. She was instrumental in starting CPR classes in Bay City and was a member of the Matagorda-Wharton County child welfare board. Mrs. Stanley was the daughter of MR. and Mrs. Clyde Small of Jacksonville. She was the wife of Fred Stanley who is the vice president of Stanley Stores Inc., which is based in Bay City. She has two children, Bart, 20, and Susan, 17, both of the family home. Taylor Brothers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Daily Tribune, May 1984 |
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He could always be found supporting and watching the Houston Oilers, which he actually tried out for in 1972, and alter cheering on the Houston Texans. In fact, in recent years he was very seldom seen without donning a Texans cap. Larry had a great sense of humor and met no strangers. He would visit with anyone anywhere that he encountered. One of his favorite things was to invite and treat whoever was available to a meal in a restaurant and trip to Walmart. While at home he enjoyed watching westerns (unless the Texans were on) and listening to all his country music CDs. Larry is survived by his sister, Corliss (Steve) Clark; sister, Barbara Oldham; brothers, Brad Stansberry, Will (Amanda) Williams and Michael (Angela) Williams and sister, Latonya (Michael) Eulenfeld; daughter, Stacy (John) Beaird, daughter, Sarah Cox, son Jody (Jenn) Stansberry, daughter, Shellie (Joe) Bell and son Clayton Stansberry; 14 grandkids, 5 great grandkids along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM Friday, November 24, 2023 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, Texas. Pallbearers will be John Beaird, Jr., Brenton Beasley, Caleb Beaird, Joshua Beaird, Zlenn Cox and Jackson Stansberry. The family is inviting you to join them at the West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department, 314 E. Clay, West Columbia, TX following the graveside service for a video of Larry’s memory and food and fellowship.
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T. “Fieldlark” Stansill died at the Loos hospital Friday afternoon about 2 o’clock after lingering for 27 days with a bullet wound inflicted in his head at the base of his brain by John Lane, brother of his employer. Young Stansill was shot Saturday afternoon about 4:30, July 18, following an altercation and first fight with John Lane, a smaller man and brother to Stansill’s employer. The argument and ultimate shooting was over a few cents in a salary that Lane, the brother to the man who did the shooting was supposed to have owed Stansill. Following the shooting John Lane gave himself up to the sheriff and an examining trial was set but waived for a later hearing waiting the outcome of the victim’s condition. John Lane was released on bond immediately after the shooting.
The Daily Tribune, August 15, 1931 |
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Mr. Samuel L. Steele, age 84 years, 3 months and 12 days died at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. W. H. Stinnett, Friday afternoon at 4:15 following an illness of a few days. He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. N. J. Norris and Miss Katherine Steele of Los Angeles and Mrs. W. H. Stinnett of this city. Funeral services were held this afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Episcopal Church. Rev. Paul Engle officiated. Interment in Cedarvale Cemetery was under the direction of Taylor Bros. Active pallbearers were Dr. S. R. Sholars, Spence Clements, Geo. Helmecke, E. O. Taulbee, E. N. Gustafson and Allen Stinnett.
The Daily Tribune, April 2, 1932 |
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Final rites for Mrs. Minnie Stein, age 53 years, who passed away in Houston, Nov. 19 after an illness of short duration, will be held at the Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Saturday at 3 p. m. The remains were brought overland to Bay City and prepared for burial. Mrs. Stein is survived by her daughter, Mrs. T. B. Sherrill of Dallas, Texas; three sons, Grey of Fort Worth, Jack and Moreland of Houston; two sisters, Mrs. O. C. Hill of Bartlett, Texas, and Mrs. T. A. Hawkins of Francitas, Texas; and three brothers, John and Jim Grey of Holland, Texas and Jase Grey of Rogers, Texas. The Rev. Mr. Marvin Vance of the Bay City Methodist Church will officiate at the services. Burial will be in the Cedarvale Cemetery with Taylor Bros. directing.
The Matagorda County Tribune,
November 22, 1940 |
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Bay City—Dola Mae Stephens, 83, of Bay City, died Thursday, Feb. 10, 2000. She was born Jan. 21, 1917, in Matagorda County, to the late Willis and Camilla Banning Monroe. She was a homemaker. Survivors: stepdaughter, Vernell Stone of Bay City; nephews, Rev. Sam Laddie of Bay City and Lionel Laddie of Houston; nieces, Earnestine Outly of Houston and Hercelia Martin of Bay City. Preceded in death by: parents. Services will be 11 a. m. today at Mother Zion Baptist Church in Bay City, the Rev. K. J. Griggs officiating. Burial will be at Eastview Cemetery in Bay City, Duncan-Roberts Funeral Home, Bay City, (409) 245-5197. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers: family members, Missionary auxiliaries and laymen.
Victoria Advocate, February 14, 2000 |
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John “Boogie” Stevens departed his earthy home to his heavenly home, to be with Jesus and his loving wife Ruth, on August 14, 2023 at 11:56 a.m. His life was one of devotion to his faith, family, and friends. John was born on February 10, 1933 in Bay City, TX to Ben and Maud Lee Stevens. He was the second of four boys. He is survived by daughters Mitzi Marie Wiggin and husband Les, and Patti Vee Drachenberg and husband Ron; grandchildren Dorcas and Steven Bentley, Michael Wiggin, John and Shannon Drachenberg, Chandra and Clayton Goodman, Paul and Leah Drachenberg, Steven and Leslie Wiggin, and Keith Wiggin; great-grandchildren Hazel, Lily Ve, Cedric Drachenberg, Sasha and Nadya Golovine, Allison Goodman, Wyatt and Nolan Drachenberg, Genevieve Wiggin, and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 20, 2023 at Northside Chapel in Bay City, TX. Funeral services will follow at 3:00 p.m. with Pastors David Rose and Tommy Griffin officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck, TX. Pallbearers are Michael Wiggin, John Drachenberg, Paul Drachenberg, Steven Wiggin, Keith Wiggin and Michael Pittman. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Northside Chapel or Coastal Plains Gideons in John’s memory.
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A Memorial Celebration of the life of Michael David Strotheide will be held Saturday, September 23, at 10 AM at the East Bay Shelter, 501 E Bay Blvd, in Palacios. Wear your Hawaiian shirt; that was Mike’s favorite apparel! Michael David Strotheide (Mike) 77, passed away August 17, in Tyler, Texas. He was the son of Carl and Theda Strotheide and born in Alameda, California. Mike retired from a career in Economic Development where he served in several states, and particularly enjoyed working for Palacios EDC. He graduated from Minot State University and completed CEcD certification from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). Mike spent his retirement years producing videos and marketing Seed Stock Media. As the son of a military family, Mike lived in several states and England while growing up and served in the Army during the Viet Nam War. He made friends easily and sincerely cared about everyone he met. He is survived by his wife, Belinda, sons Mark (Mia) and Ryan Strotheide, and two grandsons. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local Boys and Girls Club.
Palacios Beacon, September 13, 2023 |
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Larry Wilson Swift, 79, of Midfield passed away December 28, 2023. He was born August 7, 1944 in Brazoria County, Texas to the late Jack Rexford Swift and Martha Elizabeth Allen Swift. Larry liked to go golfing and hunting when he was able. He went to Fruitland Baptist institute in Hendersonville North Carolina. Ephesians 2: 8 “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God” Colossians 2:5 “For though I am absent in the flesh, yet I am with you in spirit, rejoicing to see your good order and the steadfastness of your faith in Christ” In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Bryan Lee Swift. Survivors include his wife Donna Kight Swift; sons Dean Bailey Swift and his wife Monica and Justin Wilson Swift; sister Kathy O’Kelley; grandchildren Kayla Sliva, Coby Swift, Fay Swift, Emma Swift, Jordan Swift, Layla Swift, Bryan Swift, Allison Swift, Dean Swift Jr., Jackie Swift and Alexandra Reedy and great grandchildren Kyler, Maverick, Kai, Braylen, Lylah and Morgan. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Thursday, January 4, 2024 at the First Baptist Church in Blessing. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM with Rev. Russ Bowser officiating. Interment will follow at the Midfield Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Justin Swift, Dean Swift, Harold Kight, Dale Kight, Bryan Swift and Coby Swift.
Bay City
Tribune, January 3, 2024 |
