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OBITUARIES: Beacon Deadline is 10 a.m. Mondays. / Email editor@palaciosbeacon.com  Carolyn was born on June 12, 1945 in Freeport, Tex. to Olin ”Bill” Curtis and Edith Curtis. She passed away June 21, 2009.Carolyn went to college at Sam Houston University and graduated with her Masters in teaching. She pursued her degree in teaching at Palacios Independent School District for 41 years. She also was active with the Special Olympics. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Delta Kappa Gamma Club since 1976 where she served as past-president and served as a board member of the Palacios Public Library. She is survived by her husband, Jimmy LaQue of Palacios, Tex.; sister and brother-in-law Wanda Bellar and Jerry Bellar of Gainesville, Tex.; son, Jesse LaQue of Palacios; daughters Eva Lopez of Houston, Tex. and Kimberly Quintero of San Antonio, Tex.; nine grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by both her parents, and her first husband, Billy Bradshaw. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home, (361) 972-2012.  Mr. Baggett was born on March 31, 1930 in Coleman, Tx to the late John and Ora Holmes Baggett. He passed away June 21, 2009.He was an Air Force Veteran of the Korean War and a member of the American Legion. He is survived by wife Minnie Baggett of Midfield; son Irvin Baggett, Jr. and wife Ester of Palacios, Tx.; daughter Peggy Baggett of Waco, Tx.; stepsons James E. Fitzgerald and wife Tina of Francitas, Tx., Leroy Fitzgerald of Inez, Tx., and Frank H. Fitzgerald and wife Shelly of Midfield, Tx.; stepdaughters Priscilla Hurta of Midfield and Addila May McGee and husband C.D. of Francitas; brothers Billy Jack Baggett of Shepherd and Douglas Baggett of Pineland, Tx.; 21 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, John Baggett Jr.; and daughter, Theresa Ann Baggett. Mr. Smith was born Sept. 4, 1958 in Palacios, Tx. to Carl Travis Smith, Sr. and Jane Idell Sexton Smith. He passed away June 13, 2009 at Palacios Healthcare Center. He is survived by his sister, Charlotte Saha and husband Marvin of El Maton, Tx.; aunt and uncle Mary Ann and Carlton Sexton of Palacios; nieces Jane Saha and Kara Saha; and nephew Greg Saha and wife Rebecca. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Carl Travis Smith, Sr. and Jane Idell Smith; his beloved Granny, Sarah Irene Sexton and her husband Carl Douglas Sexton.  Mr. Backen was born on June 10, 1918 in Eldorado, OK. He passed away May 31, 2009.He enlisted in the United States Army on Aug. 14, 1941 and married Ruby Catherine Castle Church on Nov. 3, 1942 at Camp Wolters, TX. He then served his country overseas as a Squad Leader for Company A, 16th Infantry in the European-African Middle Eastern Campaign. Roy was wounded in action on July 12, 1944 in Sicily and honorably discharged into civilian life the following January. A long time resident of Sweeny, he attended First Baptist Church in Sweeny and served as Secretary/Treasurer of the Old Ocean Recreational Club for many years. He retired from Amoco Production Company on May 1, 1983 after 29 years as an Administrative Analyst and Supervisor. He and Ruby enjoyed many years of traveling together in their motor home throughout the United States after his retirement. He is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Rod and Lynda Backen of San Angelo and Terry and Sheila Backen of Sweeny; and four grandchildren, Stacy Backen of Frisco, Sarah and Ryan Backen of Seguin, and Lindsey Backen of Sweeny. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Mordant and Bertha Louise Lipscomb Backen; an infant sister, Dorothy Louise Backen; a brother, Carl Mordant Backen, Jr.; his wife of 64 years, Ruby Backen; an infant son, Larry Keith Backen; and an infant daughter, Cindi Gail Backen. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral home (979) 245-4613.  Mrs. Laslie was born April 14, 1952 in Chicago, IL to Warren Arndt and Betty Jean Rogers Arndt. She passed away May 30, 2009.She was a lifelong resident of Palacios and a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, C. W. Laslie of Palacios; mother, Betty Koontz of Palacios; son, Brandon Rupert and wife Dorcas of Huntington, TX; sisters Pam Cornett of Kerrville and Becky Avila of Palacios; brothers Scott Arndt of Great Bend, KS and Andy Arndt of Bay City, TX; and grandchildren Trevin and Kailee Rupert. She was preceded in death by her father, Warren Arndt. Pallbearers will be Alex Frausto, Jimmy Frausto, Jacob Frausto, Johnny Frausto, Justin Laslie and Jason Gipson. Online condolence may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home, Palacios, TX (361) 972-2012. Mrs. Reader was born Feb. 14, 1921 in Lone Rock, Wisconsin to Ralph and Minnie Chamberlain Hood. She died May 19, 2009. She was a long time resident of Palacios, Freeport and Houston, Tx. Viola was a member of the Almeda Chapter 1081 Order of Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Mack Reader; son Grady E. Reader; brother K.S. (Sammie) Hood; and sister Ruth Schier. Survivors include her daughter Karen Spiller and husband James of Elgin, IL; daughter-in-law Ming Reader of Plainfield, IL; grandchildren Ling Fleckenstein and husband Dale of Buford, GA; Gary Reader and wife Michele of Matthews, NC; Deborah Collum of Carol Stream, IL; Kim Anderson and husband Steve of St. Charles, IL; Melisa Kaechele and husband Chris of Sleepy Hollow, IL; 8 great grandchildren Paige Fleckenstein; Rachel, Amy and Lydia Reader; Tom and Brian Collum; Kelsey and Sean Anderson; sister-in-law Lorae Martin; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of usual remembrances, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Mr. Braudrick was born June 24, 1965 in Palacios to Betty Rivas Sampogna and the late Bobby Joe Braudrick. He died May 24, 2009. He is survived by a daughter, Killashandra Braudrick of Laramie, WY; mother Betty Riva Sampogna; sisters Olga Sosa and Donna Sosa both of Houston, Tx., and Gloria Sosa of Fort Meyers, Fla.; and brother David Sosa of Fort Meyers, FL. He was preceded in death by a brother, David Sosa. Arrangements were with Artero Memorial Chapels of Port Lavaca, (361) 552-2300. Mr. Prindle was born and raised in Palacios, Tx. to the late Anna L. and Ira C. Prindle on Jan. 30, 1959. He died May 22, 2009. He was news director for a television station in Oklahoma City. He is survived by his wife, Rhonda K. Prindle, of Edmond; children Justin L. Prindle of Wichita, KS, Joshua N. Prindle and Janie K. Prindle of Edmond; and sisters Diana Dodson of Jacksboro, Tx. and Sara Williams of Wichita Falls, Tx. Mr. Fletcher was born July 28, 1917 in Beaumont to the late John Albert Fletcher and Marie Theroit Flethcer. He died May 14, 2009. He retired from the United States Postal Service as a Letter Carrier. He was a Veteran of World War II, United States Navy, Pacific Theatre. He helped design the bomb-bay release on the Enola Gay, which dropped the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan. He is survived by his daughter Cindy Jo Quigg of Katy, Tx. and a son Scott Fletcher of Palacios. Mr. Fletcher was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Myrtle Warn Fletcher, and sister Stella Mouton. Pallbearers were Wayne Hunter, Glen Barnett, Taylor Tueutsch, Lee Juarez, Zach Quigg and Joshua Price. Mrs. Griffith was born Sept. 27, 1932 in Palacios to the late Willie Harden “Bill” and Alvena Kopecky Laslie. She passed away May 12, 2009. Mrs. Griffith had many loves and hobbies in her life including her children, gardening, hunting, fishing, and the love of cooking. She was a member of the United Daughters of the Confederacy and an affiliate of the Church of Christ. She is survived by sons Durrell “Pete” Griffith and wife Deean of Markham, Tx., Lewis Griffith and wife Linda of Midfield, Tx., and Willie Griffith and wife Robin of Blessing, Tx.; granddaughters D’Lynn Rahe, Heather, Alicia, and Kara Griffith; grandsons Frankie and Jeff Knebel, Wade, Chad, Chris, C.J., and Kyle Griffith; 15 great-grandchildren; sisters Vivian Turner, Willie Mae Simpson, and Lucille Dendy; brothers Lonnie B., Raymond, and Charles Laslie; and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Phyllis Griffith Gill and grandson: Brian Griffith. Pallbearers were Chad Griffith, Chris Griffith, C.J. Griffith, Kyle Griffith, Wade Griffith, and Jeffery Knebel. Honorary pallbearer was Frankie Knebel. Donations can be made to The American Diabetes Association or charity of choice. Condolences can be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with the Palacios Funeral Home (361) 972-2012.  Mr. Wallen was born March 16, 1946, in Sayersville, Ky., to the late Morris Wallen and Arizona “Zona” Cole Wallen. He passed away May 4, 2009.He was a retired heavy equipment operator and a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife, Mi Cha Ko Wallen of Palacios; daughters, Annette Wallen Schwenk of Port Aransas, Tx., Patti Wallen of Freeport, Maine, and Michelle Wallen Schuff of Bridge City, Tx.; son, David Wallen of La Porte, Ind.; sisters, Phyllis Banks of West Union, Ohio, Ruby Laws of Carlisle, Ohio, Pauline Wallen Eldridge of Middletown, Ohio, and Debra Russell of Middletown, Ohio; brothers, Charles Wallen of Elizabeth, Ind. and William Wallen of Florida; and seven grandchildren, Ramon Wallen of Port Aransas, Tiffiny Schwenk of Port Aransas, Erica Ciffili Wallen of Freeport, Maine, Hailly Curtis of Freeport Maine, Andy Turner of La Porte, Ind., Heath Turner of Bridge City, and Cassandra Black of Bridge City. Arrangements were with Artero Memorial Chapels, Port Lavaca. Mr. Upton was born Nov. 23, 1929 at Alto, TX to Everett and Lillie Matlock Upton. He died May 5, 2009. He was a retired truck driver and construction worker, a member of the Labor Union, a Mason, and a member of McRae First Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by brothers, Jack L. and Kenneth Don and sisters Sue Carolyn and Ginger Ann. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Minnie Faye Upton; son, Bobby Upton, Jr. and wife Colette of St. Louis, MO; grandchildren Noah Ray and Hannah Aili; brother-in-law Tommy Johns of Louise, TX; sister-in-law Liz Burnsed of Sallisaw, OK; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you would consider helping with the expenses of bringing Bob’s next grandchild, Hadassah Yue-Su, a special needs child from China, to her new family. C/o Eagle Bank, 3944 Vogel Road, Arnold, MO 63010. Mrs. Duke was born February 27, 1922 in Hitchcock, Tx. to the late Joseppi Calo and Dominica Matranga Calo. She passed away April 25, 2009. She is survived by her daughter Marjorie Anne Planka and husband Frank Planka of Alvin, Tx.; sons Elmo Duke, Jr. and wife Rita Marianne Duke of Bay City, and Anthony Duke, Sr. and wife Carolyne Duke of Liverpool; a sister, Rita Gates of San Antonio; 10 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 7 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Elmo “Pete” Duke, Sr.; and by 7 sisters and 1 brother. Pallbearers were Anthony Duke III, John “Johnny” Duke, Robert Lee Duke, Cody Duke, Christopher J. Duke, Brian Duke and J. D. Greenawalt. Honorary pallbearers were John Duke, Elmo “Bubba” Duke III, and Mark Greenawalt. In lieu of flowers, contributions may me made to: Houston Hospice of El Campo, Hospice Support, P.O. Box 1417, El Campo, TX 77437. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, TX (979) 245-4613. Mr. Washington was born Sept. 30, 1933 in Linden, Tx. to Guy H. and Mary Elizabeth Meacham Washington. He passed away April 19, 2009.  He retired from Palacios ISD after 30 years serving as both teacher and principal. He will be remembered as a Texas Longhorn fan and an avid golfer. He is survived by his mother, Mary Washington of Clute; daughter Debbie Klump and husband Dennis of Port Lavaca; granddaughter Crystal Woody and husband Brett and great-grandson Trent Bo Billy Woody all of Port Lavaca; sisters Sara White and husband Ben of Freeport, and Martha Miller and husband Joel of Alvarado, TX; and brothers Guy Washington, Jr. and wife Pat of Hemphill, Jerry Washington and wife Bonnie of Palacios, Don Washington of Arkansas, and George Washington and wife Cheryl of Wharton. He was preceded in death by his father; wife Emma J. Washington and brother Merril Washington. Pallbearers were Jerry D. Washington, Jr., Jerry D. Washington III, Ben White, Travis Washington, George Washington and Guy H. Washington III. Honorary palbrearers are his old golfing buddies and Palacios School District employees and his great-grandsons. Memorials may be made to the American Alzheimer’s Association or the charity of your choice. Arrangements were with Palacios Funeral Home. Mr. Baker was born on Nov. 15, 1927 in Jennings, LA to Alex Baker and Naomi Dugat Baker. He died April 18, 2009 in a Sugar Land hospital following an extended illness. He was a 1947 graduate of St. Thomas High School in Houston. He was employed at Great Southern Life Insurance Company in Houston from 1958 until 1975. Lee married Nina Jane Kriss on June 9, 1962 in Houston. Lee and Nina moved to Wharton in 1975 and owned the Wakefield Motel until 1992. They then lived in Millville, PA for 11 years. He retired in Palacios in 2003. He was Catholic by Faith. He was a former member of the Wharton Country Club and was an avid golfer. He is survived by his wife, Nina Baker of Palacios; and nieces Donna Gayle Ashlock, Charla Upton, Wendi Davenport, Sandy Yoder and Paula Fitzwater. He was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Spears. Honorary pallbearers are all of his golfing buddies and friends. In lieu of usual remembrances the family requests memorials to the American Cancer Society, 204 Second St., Wharton, TX 77488 or the charity of your choice. Funeral services are under the direction of the Wharton Funeral Home. Mrs. Aguilera was was born Oct. 10, 1919 in Zaragoza, Coahuila, Mexico to the late Jose and Margarita Garcia. She passed away peacefully April 13, 2009 at Palacios Community Medical Center. She was known as “Mama Lupita” by all her family. Although the family she leaves behind grieves, it is with a renewed and joyous hope. They ask that you, too, rejoice with them as they celebrate her long and prosperous life as she goes home to be with her loving husband. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Benito Aguilera, Sr. She is survived by 12 children: Linda Zavala and Juan Aguilera of Palacios, Gonzalo Aguilera, Jesus Aguilera, Gloria Lopez and Margarita Arroyo of Eagle Pass, Tx, Benito Aguilera of Alvin, Tx, Jose Aguilera of Bay City, Tx, Angel Aguilera of Markham, Tx, Guadalupe Acevedo of North Carolina, Idalia Patifio of Tennessee and Consuelo Juarez of Minnesota; one brother, Manuel Garcia of Eagle Pass, Tx; 56 grandchildren; and 85 great-grandchildren. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Mr. Diaz was born Aug. 19, 1961, in Palacios, to Elias Diaz and Mary Dolores Benavides Diaz. He passed away April 11, 2009 in Houston, Tx. He was a life long resident of Palacios and attended Casa de Dios Presbyterian Church of Palacios. He is survived by his wife Bridgette Loff of Palacios; his mother Mary Diaz of Palacios; stepdaughter Christen Sandoval of Palacios; sons Elias Carlos Diaz, Jr. and wife Angel of Port Lavaca, Eric Canales and wife Areli of Houston, and Alfred Justin “AJ” Diaz of Corsicana; stepson David Sandoval III of Palacios; sisters Sandra Garcia husband Joseph of Palacios, Virginia Benavidez and husband Mike of Victoria, and Myra Diaz and husband Marcus Sanchez of Victoria; brother-in-law Nathan Loff of Palacios; and grandchildren Donovan Joe Diaz and Elias Carlos Diaz, III of Port Lavaca. He was preceded in death by his father: Elias Diaz. Pallbearers were Mario Rodriguez, Joe Pena, Victor Chaves, Freddie Jackson, Randy Flores, Sam Luna, Gabriel Gatica and David Tovar. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements with Palacios Funeral Home, Palacios, TX (361) 972-2012.  Mrs. Rodriguez was born July 1, 1935 in Bay City to Epemenio Lozano and Maria Anguiano Lozano. She passed away April 9, 2009.She was a lifelong resident of Matagorda County and was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. She is survived by her children Daniel Rodriguez, Jr., Bobby James Rodriguez, Martina Cervantes, Eddie Rodriguez, Freddie Rodriguez, Bonnie Rodriguez, Rosemary Rodriguez and Joe Felix Rodriguez; 28 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Daniel Rodriguez, Sr; daughters Janie Morales and Mary Helen Perez; sisters Delores Perez, Zoila Barron and Ceytana Guanajuato; and brothers Paul Lozano, Sr, Jose Lozano, Carmel Lozano and Raymon Ramirez. Pallbearers were Andres Morales, Jr, Dionicio Morales, Patrick Perez, Jr, Paul Anthony Perez, Daniel Rodriguez, III, and Ryan Sanchez. Honorary pallbearers are Joseph Rodriguez and Bryan Rodriguez. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Mr. Graff was born Aug. 16, 1927 in Fresno, California to the late John and June Lockwood Graff. He passed away April 12, 2009. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, served in the US Navy during WWII and had been a member of the Sweeny Masonic Lodge for 56 years. He is survived by his wife Bonnie Graff of Palacios; daughter and son-in-law Carol Ann and Robert Burnett of Goliad, Tx; son and daughter-in-law Rich and Keri Graff of El Campo, Tx; and grandsons Robert John Burnett, James Dean Burnett, William Cade Graff and Matthew Payne Graff. Pallbearers were Dickie Kubecka, James Lingo, Ronnie White, Mickey White, Mike Davant and Lee Edward Pierce. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Palacios or the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Mr. Logan was born Nov. 27, 1930 in Mt. Vernon, Tx. to M.J. and Leatha Wilson Logan.  He attended schools in Mt. Vernon. He was united in Holy Matrimony to Mrs. Evelyn Burgess-Washington and helped raise three devoted stepsons–Donald, Henry and Wendel Washington, Sr. He accepted Christ at an early age and moved to Palacios, Tx. in the late 50’s, later placing his membership with Pilgrim Rose Baptist Church. His most observed ministry was in “Training up a child in the way he should go and believing that he will not depart from it.” He exercised this ministry throughout the community in which he lived for many years and was well respected and loved by many children from all walks of life. Sharing of his ethics, great working skills and knowledge was his passion. His profession was a self-employed auto mechanic after spending years of employment with Maddock Ford, Marshall Chevrolet and Wharton County Jr. College’s Mechanical and Transportation Division.Mr. Logan leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Mrs. Evelyn Burgess Logan; daughters Missionary Billy McCurdy (Superintendent William McCurdy) and Minister Roma Coleman (John) of Las Vegas, NV; stepsons Donald Washington (Colleen) of Victoria, Tx., Henry Washington (Fletchie) of Missouri City, Tx., and Wendel Washington, Sr. (Lydia) of Fresno, Tx; brother Billy E. Logan of Dallas, Tx.; 19 grandchildren; 31 gret-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Interment was at Palacios Cemetery with military honors provided by Queen-Hamlin VFW Post 2467.  Mr. Sanders was born July 4, 1918 in Palacios to the late C. D. and Beatrice Barbara Ellis Sanders. He passed away March 30, 2009.He was a member of the Palalcios First Baptist Church and served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. He has often been referred to as an upright, honest, compassionate Christian man. He is survived by daughters and sons-in-law Billie Ruth and Henry Jackson of Milano, TX, and Mary Helen and Johnny Johnson of El Campo, Tx.; son Richard E. Sanders, Jr. of Palacios; grandchildren Stacy Murrell and husband Michael, Sara Hymer and husband Tim, and David Jackson and wife Janna; great-grandchildren Heather and Ricky Murrell, Katherine Jackson, Marlie Hymer and Opie Jackson; and great-great-grandson Jonathan Murrell. He was preceded in death by his wife, Billie Sanders; sisters Helen S. Murphy and Clara Mae Kuehm; and grandson Michael Jackson. Pallbearers were David Jackson, Mike Murrell, Tim Hymer, Johnny Brady, Carrell Ramsey, Rob Kessler, Leo Neuszer and Donnie Harvey. The Deacons of the First Baptist Church and Members of the Truth Seekers Men’s Sunday School Class will served as honorary pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church in Palacios or Friends of Elder Citizens, P. O. Box 791, Palacios, TX 77465. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home. 361-972-2012. Mrs. Sanchez was born Dec. 13, 1919 in Mexico. She passed away March 31, 2009. Felipa was a long time resident of Palacios, and a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. She is survived by her brother Tony Gonzalez of Palacios; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by five sons: Louis, Phillip, Henry, Leo and August Sanchez. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home (361) 972-2012. Mayra was born Oct. 1, 1989, in Laredo, Tx. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 17, 2009 in Houston.  She had attended school in Palacios until the fifth grade and graduated from Brazoswood High School in 2008.She is survived by sons Sergio Luis Villicana, Jr. and Avian Joel Villicana; her fiancé, Sergio Luis Villicana, Sr.; parents Jose and Catalina Espinosa; grandparents Ramona Garcia, Roberto Espinosa and Jose Aguirre; brothers Robert Espinosa and Jose R. Espinoza, Jr.; and many other loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Micaela Aguirre. Mrs. Gonzales was born April 12, 1926 in Freeport, TX to the late John J. and Dorothy Roach Ottino. She passed away March 21, 2009. She was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Palacios Senior Center, Catholic Daughters and active in the Palacios VFW Queen-Hamlin Post 2467. She is survived by daughters Stella Dorsett and husband Ron, Linda Garcia and husband Jesse, and Rosemary Gonzales, all of Houston; son Augustine Gonzales, Jr. and wife Yvette of Houston; sister Margie Acosta of Bay City; grandchildren Erik Gonzales, Jessica Garcia, Leslie Garcia and Jordan Garcia; niece Dee Ann Schwan and husband Alex; and great niece Devin Schwan. She was preceded in death by her husband Augustine Gonzales, son John Anthony Gonzales, brother J. V. Ottino and brother-in-law John Gilbert Acosta. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home. 361-972-2012. Mr. Sardelich was born Sept. 27, 1964 in Corpus Christi, Tx. to John Carroll Sardelich and Betty Tanner Sardelich. He passed away March 17, 2009. He grew up in Palacios and attended Palacios High School.He was a hard working man all of his life and loved spending time fishing with his children. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Knebel Sardelich of Brazoria; his children Jaren Sardelich, Jaxen Sardelich, Jaden Sardelich, Sydney Matthys and Jacob Hoffman; father John Sardelich of Palacios; mother Betty Hart and husband Bruce of Palacios; in-laws Adolph and Heidi Knebel of West Columbia, Tx., and Shirley and Richard Barnes of Weimer, Tx.; sister Joan Kocurek and her husband Wayne of Palacios; brothers Johnny Sardelich of Markham, Tx., Jeffrey Sardelich of Boonville, Arkansas and Patrich Sardelich of Bayou Vista, Tx.; brothers-in-law Keven and David Knebel and family; and serveral nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Mrs. Lamar was born Oct. 2, 1927 in Jasper, Tx. to the late Benjamin Franklin and Mary Cless Long Smith. She passed away March 9, 2009. She owned and operated the Pier Drive-In in Palacios for over 30 years. She was awarded the Palacios Chamber of Commerce’s Merchant of the Year Award in 1983. She is survived by her husband, Leonard L. Lamar of Palacios; daughter Melissa Ann Carpenter of Palacios; sons Robert Alton Porter, Jr., Edward Dale Porter and James Gaylord Porter, all of Palacios; brother Ernest Everett Smith; grandchildren Christina Giest, Annie Burnett, Lara Rendon, Eric Carpenter, Scott Porter and Ronnie Porter; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Ronald Allen Porter; one brother, and two sisters. Online condoloences may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home.  Mrs. Nevarez was born April 10, 1943, in Edcouch, Tx. to the late Leonardo Nevarez Sr. and Matiana Gonzalez Nevarez. She passed away March 3, 2009.She was a homemaker and a member of St. Anthony de Padua Catholic Church. She is survived by her daughters Naomi Rivas of Palacios and Alma Puentes, both of Palacios, and Angelica Garcia of El Campo; sons Oscar Garcia Sr. of Port Lavaca, Paul Anthony Garcia Jr., Carlos Ray Garcia Sr. and Israel Garcia Sr., all of Palacios; sister Linda Escobedo of Palacios; brothers Wally Nevarez of Bay City, Leonard Nevarez Sr. and Leo Nevarez Sr., both of Port Lavaca, and Leonel Nevarez Sr. of Palacios; 23 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Pablo Pena Garcia Jr.; sister, Leonora Garcia; and brother, Leon Nevarez. Pallbearers were Oscar Garcia Sr., Paul Anthony Garcia Jr., Israel Garcia Sr., Carlos Ray Garcia Sr., Leo Garcia Sr., and Ismael Lara Jr. Honorary pallbearers were Thomas Garcia Jr., Jeremy Rivas, P.J. Garcia Jr., O.J. Garcia Jr., and Israel Garcia Jr. Arrangements with Artero Memorial Chapels, Port Lavaca.  Mrs. Barrett was born Sept. 7, 1921 to John C. and Beulah White in San Antonio, Tx. She went to be with her Lord on Feb. 23, 2009 after a lengthy challenge with Alzheimers.She will be missed by her loving family and friends. She grew up and graduated from LaWard High School and after marrying she moved to Palacios where she spent most of her life. She was residing in Victoria at the time of her death. She is survived by two daughters, Carla Barrett Jansky of Victoria and Nancy Lee Barrett of Palacios; son and daughter-in-law, Carl and Glenda Barrett of Matagorda; brother, Arthur White of LaWard; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Tracy was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Sterling Barrett, Sr.; son, Henry Sterling Barrett, Jr.; sister, Wanda Rickaway and brothers, Johnny, Harvey and Charles White. Pallbearers were four of Mrs. Barretts’s great-grandchildren, Hayden Alexander Nemes, Dalton Wade Naiser, Connor Michael Barrett and Hunter Garrett Wynn, as well as Mark Steven McDonald, Jimmy Dale Jansky and Howard Helms. Mrs. James was born on Nov. 14, 1931 in Houston to the late Herman and Susie Robertson. She passed away on Feb. 18, 2009. She was a member of the Palacios First Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Herbert James of Palacios; son Jack David and wife Dorothy of San Marcos, stepson Jerry James and wife Debbie and step-grandaughters Mr. Flores was born May 5, 1934 in Palacios to the late Gilbert Flores, Sr. and Agnes Broussard Flores. He passed away Feb. 16, 2009. He was a retired Tug Boat Captain and served in the US Navy. He is survived by his wife Norma Flores of Palacios; sons Steven Flores of Palacios, Michael Flores of Austin, Chris Rutherford, Brandon Flores and Bryan Flores all of Palacios; sisters Dorothy Anderson of Rockdale, TX and Joyce Flores of CA; and five grandchildren. Pallbearers were Bobby Bickham, Melvin Bickham, Arthur Gonzales, Lawrence Kelly, Richard Sandate and Richard Torres. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements were with Palacios Funeral Home. She was born Jan. 28, 1910 in Palacios, the youngest of nine children of P. A. and Mary H. Elder. She passed away Feb. 14, 2009 after a brief illness. She was an active member of First Baptist Church and had taught a women’s Sunday School class at the church following a tradition of teaching the class which her mother started many years before. During the Depression Estelle visited her cousin in Chicago, Illinois and met Charles Henry Alley an artist whom she married. When she brought him to Texas for a visit he was charmed by Texas and quickly began pulling strings to find a job in Texas. Fort Worth was their home for several years and Henry got started in the farming and ranching business. When World War II happened they both came to Palacios to work at Camp Hulen. Estelle helped care for her invalid mother and participated in the Home Demonstration Club. She prided herself on her cooking and entertaining. She delighted in calling herself Grand Ma to her great nieces and nephews. Her last years before going to the nursing home were spent in the family compound at South Bay along with her brother Ted, her sisters Olivia and Vic and her niece Mary Sheeran. She is survived by her niece, Mary Sheeran; nephew Cliff Ress; and many great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Alley, and her parents. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The First Baptist Church of Palacios. Condolences may be offered at taylorbros.net. Mrs. Moreno was born July 14, 1928, in McAllen, Tx. to Mr. and Mrs. Marcellino Rodriguez. She died Feb. 6, 2009 in Beeville, Tx. She married Jose Ignacio Moreno on Oct. 5, 1941. He preceded her in death on Jan. 4, 2003. She is survived by her daughter, Mary M. Garcia of Olivia; 10 grandchildren, Juanita (Richard) Duran of Palacios, Eulalio (Reba) Garcia of Kentucky, David (Tracy) Garcia of North Carolina, Victoria (Robert) Reyes of Beeville, Martha (Joe) Aldaco of Bay City, Teresa (Miller) Vinyard of Point Comfort, Michael Garcia and Victor Garcia of Victoria, Carlos Garcia of Beeville, Krystal (Jose) Baladez of Bloomington; 30 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren; and many dear and close friends. Pallbearers were Eulalio Garcia Jr., Michael Garcia, Victor Garcia, Carlos Garcia, Richard Duran Jr., Gabriel Duran, Robert Steven Reyes, and Victor Garcia Jr. Honorary pallbearers were all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Deadrick was born Feb. 18, 1937 in Palacios to Myrtle (Shannon) and Lawrence DeSoto Deadrick. He passed away Feb. 7, 2009 at Palacios HealthCare Center. Clyde was a commercial fisherman (boat owner) for many years. He was also an avid sports fisherman with his oldest brother Eugene Deadrick and nephew Courtney Grigsby as fishing partners. “Captain Clyde” was well known throughout the entire Gulf Coast region of Texas – especially in Palacios and Port Lavaca. He was a certified welder and owner/operator of Deadrick’s Gulf on Main Street in the late 1960’s. He had many, many friends and acquaintances whom he dearly loved and respected; who also dearly loved and respected him, all the days of his life. He was raised in a Christian household, and knew the truth of God’s word. He relied on the prayers of God’s people, and prayed many prayers himself for those in need. In recent months, he responded to the prompting of The Spirit and yielded his heart to Jesus. Earlier this month, he reunited with the West Palacios Church of God of Prophecy as a covenant member, with a testimony of salvation and the blessings of God’s love. He is survived by his sister Winnie Mauryne Deadrick-Grigsby; brother Larry (Ruby) Deadrick; aunts Virginia Lawrence, Johnnie Nelson, Dora Lewis and Martha Matthews; uncle Troy Shannon; nieces Vera, Dawn “Tashie”, Denyce “Nicki”, Jeri, Rossana, Regina, Rhonda, Kay and June; nephews Anthony, Carl, Herbert, Eugene “Cap”, Donald “Cookie”, and Guy Robert; great-nieces Shannon, Cassye, Trenyce, Stefani, Novelyn and Tiffany; great-nephews Carlton, Mike, Terry, Leslie “Deg”, Courtney, Jr. “Mudah”, Todrae, Cory, Brandon, Nicholas and Larry; 22 great-great nieces and nephews; and a true host of relatives, neighbors and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Eugene L. Deadrick, Sr. and L. D. Deadrick, Jr.; niece Loretta Deadrick Roy; and nephew Courtney Grigsby, Sr. Ms. Qualls was born June 13, 1952 in Tarrant County to John and Sue Klapp. She passed away at her residence Feb. 3, 2009. She is survived by her father, John Klapp of Watoga, TX; sons Larry Webb of Longview, TX, Jeff Webb of West Mountain, TX and Chris Qualls of Palacios; brother Johnny Klapp of Illinois; sisters Janice Pruett and Melissa Buchanan both of Fort Worth, TX and four grandchildren. Arrangements were with Matthews Funeral Home in Wharton, TX. Rev. Boone was born Feb. 5, 1914 in Brazoria County to Mr. and Mrs. Elry Boone. He passed away Jan. 28, 2009. He attended high schools in Sweeny, TX and El Maton, TX. He was drafted in the U.S. Navy in 1942. He received a Bachelors of Theology Degree from Mary Allen College in Crockett, Tx. He became a member of Pilgrim Rose Baptist Church and was ordained as one of the first Deacons. He served until he was called into the Ministry and remained faithful and loyal. He was called to Pastor several churches. He became a Missionary of the Lincoln Southern District and at that time united with Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Cedar Lane, TX. He was affectionately known as ‘Uncle Melon’ by his nieces and nephews. He is survived by his son Elry Leon (Maggie); stepsons Arthur James Griggs (Barbara) and Anthony Wayne Griggs (Lanell); stepdaughters Alice Manning Pope, Marian Manning Brandy and Charlotte Griggs Gregory; daughter-in-law Rosie Manning; 14 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a family of loving friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Manning Griggs Boone; stepson George Edward Manning; sisters Mamie and Martha; and brothers Ira, Morgan, McKinley, Levi and Elisha. Mr. Seal was born March 21, 1951 in Fort Worth, TX. to the late Carl Sr. and Mary Alice Hopkins. He was a security guard. He is survived by his sister, Paula Miller of Blessing, TX. Arrangements were with Matthews Funeral Home in Wharton, TX. Funeral services for Patricia “Patsy” Smith, 67 of Blessing, Tx., were held Feb. 7, 2009 at Palacios Funeral Home with Dr. Joseph N. Cannon, officiating. Interment was at Hawley Cemetery. Mrs. Smith was born Feb. 8, 1941 in Palacios, TX to the late Ruth Lorena Jordan Blackburn and Benjamin Lewis Blackburn, Sr. She passed away Feb. 5, 2009 in Victoria, Tx. She was a resident of Blessing for the past five years and was a former resident of Bay City. She was a member of the Baptist Church and was retired from Bay City ISD as a Teachers Aide for Special Education. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Sharon and James Pegram of Blessing; son John Darrell Smith of San Antonio; sisters Benita Thompson of Palacios and Pearl Zemanek of Bay City; brother Benjamin Lewis Blackburn, Jr. of Lolita; and four grandchildren Scott and Justin Pegram and Joshua and Samantha Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband J. B. Smith; and her parents. Pallbearers were Ricky Zemanek, Bobby Zemanek, Benjamin Blackburn, Brandon Blackburn, Stanley Petrisky, Ryan Naiser and James Orr. Honorary pallbearer was Gary Viets. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements were with Palacios Funeral Home. Mr. Flores was born Aug. 21, 1959 in Palacios Tx. He died Jan. 25, 2009. He was a commercial shrimper. He is survived by his wife, Krystal Sablatura Carmack, of Palacios; daughters Lottie Shell Flores and Dennie Jo Flores, both of Palacios; son, Timothy Yancey Flores, of Palacios; his father, Martin Maurice Knip III, of Bandera, Tx.; sisters Gina Shelle Ellis of Victoria and Robin Renee Harr of Corpus Christi; and brothers Russell Eugene Flores of Palacios and Mark Randall Flores of Bandera. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lottie Dell Campbell Knipp. Arrangements were with Artero Memorial Chapels of Port Lavaca. Mrs. Shaw was born Aug. 25, 1954 in Houston to Louis and Margie McDuffie. She died Jan. 16, 2009 in Houston. She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Michael Shaw; daughters and sons-in-law Kimberly and Wylie Arnett, Tonya and James Smith, and Brandy and James Fulton; sister and brother-in-law Kellie and Ronnie Moore; grandchildren Taylor Fralic, Terren Carter, Kolby Edmiston, Chelsey Phillips, Kylie Arnett, Keira Smith and Cade Fulton; nieces and nephews Shawn Mahoney, Jousha Mahoney, Alicia Mahoney, Samantha Burns, Katelyn Mahoney; grand-niece Brooke Burns; and her parents.  Mrs. Griffith was born April 16, 1923 in Cisco, Tx. to Ted and Ola Bacon. She was a veteran of World War II having served in the WACs. She was a retired educator, having taught 28 years in Rockport, Mathis and Bellville.She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law Sally and Eddie Sikes of Texas City, Susan Blake and Jessie O’Riley of Port Lavaca, Lucy and Rob Ziegler of Boerne, Tx., and Mary and Nick West of Palacios, Tx.; brother and sister-in-law Joe. T. and Janice Bacon of Fort Worth; and grandchilden McJohn Bagley, Carol Kmiec, Jay Revels and Chris, Billye, Ryan and Randy West, Dana Wild; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert R. Griffith, Jr.; brothers Bobby Bacon and Richard Bacon; and sister Lucille Bacon Hatton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of South Texas, 605 E. Locust Ave., Victoria, Tx. 77901 or a charity of one’s choice.  Pastor Burch was born Nov. 10, 1944, in Des Moines, Iowa, to the late Ernest Burch and Hattie Gruver Burch. He died Dec. 29, 2008.He was the pastor of Solid Rock Fellowship. He is survived by his wife, Billie Joe Petty Burch of Palacios; daughters, Deanna Otte of Kansas City, Mo., Cindy Rodda of Pleasantville, Iowa, and Theresa Machacek of Palacios; brothers, John Burch of Branson, Mo., and George Burch of Wisconsin; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Arrangements were with Artero Memorial Chapels, Port Lavaca. Mrs. Beane was born on Sept. 25, 1939 to the late Louis and Lucille Jacobs Venglar in Wharton, Tx. She died Dec. 30, 2008. She is survived by her husband J.L. Beane of Blessing; daughter, Lisa Holloway of Blessing; son, David Beane and wife, Lori of Blessing; sisters, Clara Bennetsen of Wharton and Jean Berry of Palacios; brother, Robert Venglar of El Campo; grandsons, Rhett Holloway of Blessing and David Beane, Jr . of Blessing; granddaughters, Nicole Holloway of Edna, Allyson Griffith of Palacios, and Emily Beane of Blessing; great-granddaughters, Makenzie Holloway of Edna, Kailee Beane of Blessing, and Peyton Stall of Edna; and great-grandsons, Clyde and Justin Griffith of Palacios, and Brent Beane of Blessing. She was preceded in death by her brother, Leroy Venglar. Pallbearers were Rhett Holloway, David Beane, Jr., Travis Stall, C.J. Griffith, Wade Venglar, and Steven Venglar. Memorial donations may be made to Caranchua Chapel, P.O. Box 531, Palacios, Tx 77465. Arrangements were with Triska Funeral Home, 612 Merchant Street, El Campo,Tx 77437, 979-543-3681. Mrs. Siefkes was born Feb. 13, 1936, at Filley, Neb. She died Dec. 27, 2008. She was raised on the family farm near Filley and baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Pickrell, Neb. She graduated Filley High School in 1953 and was united in marriage to Robert R. Freese on April 4,1956, to which four daughters were born. She spent much of her life as a homemaker and seamstress. Her talents included making her daughters’ wedding dresses and for the entire bridal party. On Feb. 15, 1986, Bea was united in marriage to John J. Siefkes. Survivors include: daughters and spouses, Vicki and Joe Adams of Palacios, Tx., Suzy and Dennis McAtee; Bobbi and Jim Hunt; and Sandi Freese; grandchildren Denika (Cody) Means; Shea and Danielle Adams; Andy, Spencer, and Brady McAtee, Brandon, Amanda, and Skyler Hunt, Jordan Gausman and James Long; brothers Arnold Dorn and family; and Norman Dorn and family; sister Arlene Buss and family; and John’s children Mike, Chris, Trisha and their families. She was preceded in death by husband, John; sisters Annetta and LorAnna “Lori”; and brothers Harvey, Bernard and Arthur “Art.” Condolences may be made at www.lincolnfh.com. Mr. Garcia was was born July 6, 1927, in Blessing, Tx. to the late Pablo Garcia Sr. and Guadalupe Pena Garcia. He died Dec. 24, 2008. He was a retired metal refinisher and a Catholic. He is survived by his daughters, Sylvia Ann Davalos of Markham, Elvia Marie Saldierna of Palacios, Yvette Fay Sanchez of Palacios, and Liza Marie Rodriguez of Bay City; son, Mario Garcia of Palacios; sisters, Virginia Benavides of Corpus Christi and Geneva Cooke of Palacios; brothers, Thomas Garcia of Houston and Arturo Garcia of Palacios; 14 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evangelina Garza Garcia; sister, Maria Rocha Garcia; and brothers, Pablo Garcia Jr., Jesus Garcia Sr., and Eusebio Garcia. Pallbearers were Leno Garcia, Hector Garcia, Gary Garza, Oscar Garcia, Ignacio Benavides, and Michael Benavides. Arrangements were with Artero Memorial Chapels, Port Lavaca. He was born May 19, 1923 to the late Mauricio Salinas and Bartola Gonzales Salinas, of Louise, Tx. Mr. Salinas came to Palacios in 1936 and was a fisherman all his life. He truly loved the Matagorda Bay. He is survived by his wife Esther Salinas, of Durango, Mexico; his sister Nieves Salinas Samora of Rosenberg, Tx.; and all his nieces and nephews whom he dearly loved. He was proceeded in death by his parents; his brothers Jesus, Zaragoza (Z.G.), Santos, and Joe; sisters Maria Trevino and Francis Cunningham; and five other infant siblings. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Mr. Broderick was born July 6, 1968 in Port Lavaca, Tx. to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Broderick Sr. He is survived by his wife Laura; daughter Ashleigh; son Aaron, his mother and her husband Betty and Barry Burch of Zavalla, Tx.; and his father and his wife Richard and Deanna Broderick, Sr. of Plantersville, Tx. David professed his belief in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the home of his mother after a church service at Lakewood Baptist Church in Zavalla. We will always mourn his passing while being thankful to God for loaning him to us for 40 years. We look forward to our reunion with him when we go to the Heavenly Father. That will be a great day. Lord, please grant us your grace in this tragic time for you have promised in your word, the Holy Bible, that your grace is sufficient, you will not put more on us than we can stand, in Christ’s name, Amen. Mr. Espinosa was born Aug. 8, 1952 in Palacios to Juanita Alvarez Espinosa and the late Guadalupe Espinosa, Sr. He died at his home Nov. 20, 2008 after a long illness. He graduated from Palacios High School in 1971. He married Margaret Castro Espinosa on Oct. 6, 1979 in St. Paul’s Catholic Church, San Antonio. Robert was a devoted husband, a loving father and an adoring grandfather. He will be greatly missed. He was employed by Dow Chemical for 24 years and the Chocolate Bayou Plant in Brazoria County for two years. He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Mrs. Margaret Espinosa of Lake Jackson; daughter and son-in-law, Venessa and Christopher Harrell and granddaughter, Caylin Harrell; and step-son and daughter-in-law, Marcos and Norma Romero. He is also survived by his mother, Juanita Espinosa of Palacios; sisters Theresa (Terry) Espinosa Farina of Tequesta, Florida; Carol Espinosa Guajardo of Benevides, Tex; Diana Espinosa Galindo of San Antonio; Janet Espinosa Flores of Austin; and brother, Anthony Espinosa of LaMarque, Tx. Mr. Turner was born Dec. 12, 1934 in Palacios to Oran Issac and Leola Hebel Turner. He entered into eternal rest on Nov. 28, 2008. He married Elaine Tumlinson on Oct. 13, 1961. He was a tug boat operator for over 25 years and loved to garden and listen to old country and western music. He is survived by his wife, Elaine Turner, of Harwood; daughter and son-in-law Judy Amenda Turner and Terry Gibson of Teague, Tx.; son and daughter-in-law Jimmy Allen and Laura Turner of Luling, Tx.; sister Barbara Legg of Sweeney, Tx.; and grandchildren Laura Lynn Turner, Grant Allen Turner, Jenna Leola Turner, Bradley Wayne Gibson, Nicholas Ryan Gibson, Ashley Nicole Motloch, and Matthew Thomas Bebee. Pallbearers were Jimmy Turner, Bradley Gibson, Terry Gibson, August Motloch III, and Grant Turner. Memorials may be made to the Gonzales Family Church, 320 St. Andrew, Gonzales, Tx. 78629 or the Harwood Community Center, Harwood, Tx. 78631. Mrs. Adams was born in Kosse, Tx. on Dec. 4, 1928 to Ben and Irene Humphres. She died Dec. 2, 2008. She married the love of her life, Rufus Adams, in Kosse on Sept. 21, 1946. They moved to Palacios in 1951 where they raised their two kids and enjoyed the friendship of many. Bennye’s love of cooking carried over into her job in the dietary department of Palacios ISD where she worked for over 20 years. After her retirement, she concentrated full-time on the job she loved most, caring for her husband, kids and grandkids. She is survived by her daughter, Carol Spree of Victoria; son and daughter-in-law Jim and Teresa Adams of Richmond; grandchildren Kim Spree, Shannon Spree, Shelby Nicknish, Cassie Adcock, Carrie Fehlis, Laney Adams, and Carly Adams; and 10 great-grandchildren. Bennye was preceded in death by her husband Rufus; parents; and brother, Darrell Humphres. Memorials should be made to the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements were with Palacios Funeral Home, Palacios, TX (361) 972-2013. Mrs. Hoffman was born July 14, 1947 in Austin, Texas to the late Leonard Darrell and Elna Blanche Seaton Harp. She went to her Lord and Savior on Dec. 1, 2008. She graduated from Andersonville Bible College with a Bachelor’s degree in Religious Education. She married Hollas C. Hoffman on May 19, 1967 in Austin. She was a model pastor’s wife, always on the front lines with her big smile, sweet demeanor and supportive manner. She was a great mom, super wife and over the top grandma. She was always a devout member of her husband’s churches, the last being Eastside Baptist Church in Gonzales. She is survived by her adoring husband of 41 years Rev. Hollas C. Hoffman of Gonzales; sons and a daughter-in-law, Hollas Clayton Hoffman of Katy, Christopher Dean and Jennifer Hoffman of Hutto, and Heath Clinton Hoffman of Hutto; sisters and brother-in-laws, Rae Johnson of Nashville, TN., Doris and Eugene Patches of Austin, and Joyce and Robert Jentsch of Wimberley; brother and sister-in-law Darrell and Norma Harp of Austin; and grandchildren Shelby Lynn, Kailey Belle, Haley Rachael, Heath Reid and Kinley Dean Hoffman. Pallbearers are Trey Eilers, Michael Winfrey, Derek Staedtler, Trenton Helmcamp, Chad Pelaquin and Marc Tidwell. Memorials may be made to Eastside Baptist Church, 701 Seydler Street, Gonzales, Texas 78629. Art passed away on Thanksgiving Day at his home in Palacios, Tx. He had lived there for several years and considered many local residents as his friends. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and the United States Army. He is survived by sons David of Philadelphia, PA., Arthur III and Mark of Houston, Tx.; brothers Bob of Houston, Jim of Livingston and Jack of Onalaska; and sister Ann of Onalaska. Mr. McComic was born July 19, 1929 in Hugo, Oklahoma to the late James Roy and Margurite McComic. He graduated to heaven on Nov. 8, 2008. Hal was very proud of his Choctaw Indian heritage. He was a veteran of the Korean War. During his service he received the Good Conduct Medal, The Meritorious Unit Emblem, National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, and the United Nations Service Medal. He was a member of Palacios V.F.W. Post 2467 and had a great respect for his fellow veterans. He was a lifetime member of the Masonic Lodge. He volunteered for many charities that needed his help including the Palacios Friend of Elder Citizens where he volunteered an enormous amount of hours and wrote a column for the Palacios Beacon. He was a member of the Solid Rock Fellowship Church. He was survived by his sister and brother-in-law Betty and John Lanza, of Arcadia, CA; sister Helen Martindale of Anaheim, CA; sister-in-law Marlene McComic of Riverside, CA; and seven nieces and nephews. Hal was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Roy Glenn McComic. Memorials may be sent to Solid Rock Fellowship, 1800 First St., Palacios, TX 77465 or to the Houston Hospice, 1102 North Mechanic, El Campo, TX 77437. Mr. Cunningham was born Sept. 17, 1965 in Palacios, TX to Clarence Henry Cunningham and Barbara Ann Lanmon Cunningham. He died Nov. 17, 2008. He resided in Palacios and moved to Bay City in 2004. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Palacios, was a Sales Representative for NAPA Auto Parts, a member of the National Limousine Association, a member of the N.R.A. and was the Athletic Director for the Bay City Youth Football Association. He is survived by his wife, Constance W. Cunningham of Bay City; his mother, Barbara Cunningham of Palacios; his step-children Brittainy Michelle Helton of College Station, Brandon Scott Gavranovic and Brian Taylor Gavranovic, both of Bay City; and his sisters Betty Joan Reynolds and husband Tommy, and Phyllis Brooks and husband, Ned III, all of Palacios. He was preceded in death by his father Clarence Henry Cunningham. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, TX (979) 245-4613. He is survived by his daughter, Angela Williamson of Portales, NM; his music buddy/son-in-law, Kenny Williamson of Portales, NM; granddaughters ‘Ashley McNish’ Manasco of Clovis, NM and Morgan Williamson of Hampton, VA; great-granddaughter, Abigail Manasco; sisters June McNish, Juanita McNish, Cathy Flatford and Shirley Buenaga; and brother Glenn McNish. Fred will be greatly missed by everyone, but his spirit will never be forgotten! I love you Daddy. Mrs. Hill was born March 17, 1924 in Mecklenburg County to the late A. P. and Estelle Skipper Ramsey. She died Oct. 31, 2008. She is survived by sons Steve Cude of Concord, NC, Rev. Thomas Edwin Cude of El Campo, Tx., William Hensley Cude of El Campo and Michael Robert Hill of Dayton, Tx.; sisters Margaret Lawing, Jean Stewart and Ann Bowers, all of Charlotte, NC; brother Carl Ramsey of Charlotte, NC; 14 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hill. Arrangements were with Matthews Funeral Home in Wharton.  Mrs. Kovar was born on June 19, 1915 in Fayetteville, Tx. to the late Jacob and Julia Supak. She died Oct. 27, 2008.She was a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her favorite pastimes were gardening, cooking and baking, especially known for her apple strudel and kolaches. As a homemaker, she was an active member of the Jackson E.E.A. for 50 years. She was a member of Saint Anthony’s Catholic Church and active in the Alter Society and KJZT. Vlasta leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughters and their spouses, Geraldine (Gerry) and Bill Stuhrenberg and Joan and Marvin Stuhrenberg, all of Palacios; grandchildren, Stephen and wife Michele Stuhrenberg of Palacios, Stacey Cegielski of Houston, Jamie Stuhrenberg of Palacios, Julie Stuhrenberg of Bryan and Jennie Stuhrenberg of College Station; and great-grandchildren Jarred, Paige and Clayton Stuhrenberg of Palacios and Sean and Ryan Cegielski of Houston. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Jerome; sister, Christine Krejci; and great-grandson, Matthew Cegielski. Pallbearers were Stephen, Jarred, and Jamie Stuhrenberg, Edwin Polasek, Clarence Kovar and Craig Wallis. Honorary pallbearer was John Rother. Memorials may be given to St. Anthony’s Catholic Church Building Fund, P. O. Box 900, Palacios, TX 77465, Palacios Community Medical Center, 311 Green Ave; St., Palacios, TX 77465 or charity of your choice. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements with Palacios Funeral Home 361-972-2012.  Mrs. Milam was born Nov. 7, 1935 in Kaufman, Tx. to the late Roy D. and Annie Chamblee. She died Oct. 24, 200.She retired from Dresser-Rand Industry, Houston, Tx. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Palacios and a 50-year member of the Order of Eastern Star #380. She is survived by her husband, James R. Milam, Sr. of Palacios; sons and daughters-in-law, Alton and Kim Smith, and David and Sharon Smith, all of Houston; stepson, Ricky Milam and wife Penny; step-daughter, Becky Garcia and husband Pat, all of Palacios; sisters Lorraine Smith, Faye Bates and husband Vernon, and Ethel Kunefke; sister-in-law, Wanda Chamblee, all of Palacios; Margaret Cleveland and Shirley Griffith and husband Ervin of Victoria; 11 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Roy Alton “Buddy” Smith; brothers Roy D. and Freddie Wayne Chamblee; and sisters Evelyn Taylor, Mary Alice, Wanda and Joyce Chamblee. Pallbearers were Homer Brown, Mark Bates, Pat Garcia, Brad Scott, Bobby Ray Kunefke, Charles Eikenberg, Michael Griffith and John Toellner. Honorary Pallbearers were be L.J. Brister, Homer Aparcio and her grandchildren. The family requests memorials be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Palacios, 501 Third St., Palacios, Tx. 77465. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home, Palacios, TX (361) 972-2012. Mr. Sanders was born Sept. 7, 1925 in Sulpher Springs, Tx. to the late Fred and Dee Lillie Williams Sanders. He died Oct. 22, 2008. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Gail and William Dannels of Midland, TX; sons and daughters-in-law David and Debbie Sanders of Palacios, and Dan and Shawn Sanders of Huffman, TX; sisters Bernice Voyles and Nancy Peek, brother Frank Sanders of Jacksonville, TX; grandchildren Brandon Sanders and Ashley Sanders both of Palacios, Jeffrey Dannels and wife Jennifer of Little, Elm, TX and Jennifer Dannels Smith and husband Kyle of Carrollton, TX, Micah Sanders of Oregon and Danessa Sanders of New Caney, TX; and great grandchildren Liam Smith and Morgan Dannels. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mabel Sanders and brothers Virgil and Dayton Sanders. Pallbearers were John Toellner, Charles Mize, Bennie Mize, Jeff Dannels, Bill Dannels and Herbert Ressler. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements were with Palacios Funeral Home. 361-972-2012.  Mrs. Pittman was born May 3, 1942 in Houston, Tx. to J. Sewell and Margaret Hill Lawson. She died Oct. 9, 2008.She attended WCTC A&I in Kingsville and worked as librarian and substitute teacher in Bay City and Van Vleck ISDs. She owned and operated Pittman’s Variety Store in Palacios and Pittman’s Grocery in Boling. She is survived by her mother Margaret Lynn of Palacios; daughter and son-in-law Sissy P. and Brett S. Taylor; son and daughter-in-law Charles Luther and Rhonda Pittman; grandchildren Nicklos, Roxanne and Colton Pittman, and Kacy and Kory Taylor; and step-children Rick Daughtery and Karen Daughtery Pierce and their families. She was preceded in death by her father. and her husband, Charlie D. Pittman. Pallbearers were John Toellner, Charles Taylor, J. W. Luedcke, Jimmy Neeley, James Janeck and Dan Tucker. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home. 361-972-2012. Mr. Hunter was born on Aug. 27, 1928. He went to be with the Lord on Sept. 29, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Polly A. Hunter; his three sons Alvis R. Hunter (Darla), Bill Hunter (Lesa), and Leslie Hunter (Cheryl); sister Ann Mangum (Dalton); brother Trammel Hunter (Joyce); grandchildren Dustin, Bonnie, Natalie and Katie; and several nieces, nephews and a host of friends. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Building Fund of the Church of God of Prophecy on 6022 Patrick Henry San Antonio TX 78233. Personal acknowledgments may be made at www.missionparks.com Mr. Kimball was born May 6, 1959 to Bonnie and Jerome B. Kimball, Jr. in Ft. Ord, Calif. He passed away Sept. 19, 2008 at Memorial Herman Southwest Hospital in Houston. He was preceded in death by his father, and his sister, Stacy Lynn Kimball Odom.  Mrs. Garcia born to Manuela and Isaac Aparicio in Goliad, Tx. on Jan. 2, 1918. She entered into eternal life on Sept. 28, 2008.She was a devoted wife and mother who, with deep faith, love, and tremendous trust, showed us by her example the precious gift of life. She lived to the fullest its virtues of faith, hope, and love, always serving God’s will. Mamaw, we will miss you. She is survived by her children: Mike Garcia and wife Elba of New Milford, CT, Mary Ramirez of Galveston, Ben Garcia, Jr. and wife Mari of San Antonio, Bertha Garcia of San Antonio, Mamie Herrera of Houston, Molly Kafarela and husband Niko of Houston, Robert Garcia, Sr. and wife Mary Ann of Palacios, Liz Ramirez and husband Steve of Angleton, Carrie Lopez and husband Raul of San Antonio, Bonnie Suniga and husband Ruben of Angleton, 31 grandchildren, and 36 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben Garcia, Sr., daughter Angela, son Isaac, sister Janie Gonzales, and brothers Homer and Bernard Aparicio. Pallbearers were Chris Ramirez, Carlos Garcia, Dan herrera, Robert Garcia Jr., Marcos Lopez and Matthew Suniga. Alter servers were Kenneth Garcia Jr., Drew Morales and Anthony and Christopher Garcia. Mr. Hejtmanek was born on Feb. 14, 1928, in El Maton, Tx.. He died Sept. 30, 2008. The youngest of six children, George was raised by his parents, Frank and Albina, on a cotton farm in Ashby during the depression era. He graduated from Blessing High School in 1945, and, after serving in the U.S. Army, he married Dovie Lee Spoor on June 22, 1948. He started out with a small cotton farm and with hard work, ingenuity, and integrity, became a respected and successful farmer and rancher, receiving numerous awards and recognition. He was also a leader in the community. George was president of the Tidehaven School Board for over 20 years, served as an elder in the First Presbyterian Church of Collegeport, and mentored young farmers in the area. George and Dovie were married for 58 years and raised a happy and close-knit family. He was a loving and involved father and grandfather and was a wonderful role model. His children have fond memories of working with him in the fields, tending the cows, and talking with him. As a grandfather, he treated the kids to pickup rides to see the cows, feeding the catfish, making homemade ice cream, and dressing up as the Easter Bunny. George also loved history, reading, gardening, growing roses, and playing cards and dominoes. He was a good friend and had a generous spirit and a sweet nature. George often said, “I’ve always tried to live by the Golden Rule and treat other people the way I want to be treated.” He succeeded in this and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his children, George Hejtmanek Jr. and wife Barbara of Houston, Ronald Hejtmanek and wife Beverly of Austin, and Cheryl Horne and husband Michael of Sugar Land; grandchildren, Erin Althaus and husband Brian, Jennifer Kriskey and husband Thomas, Steven, Rachel, Russell, and Randall Hejtmanek, Meagan and Michael Horne; step-grandchildren, Erin Rystad and husband Greg, and Emily and Mary Rochford; great-grandchildren, Preston and Emerson Althaus, and Abigail and Zoe Kriskey. He is also survived by his sisters Alice Jurek and Martha Jane Schimek. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Dovie; his parents, Frank J. and Albina Hejtmanek; and siblings, Anna Mae Jurek, Georgia Lostak, and Frank Hejtmanek. He was also preceded in death by his grandchildren, Christopher and Matthew Hejtmanek. Memorials may be made to Ashby Cemetery Fund or to First Presbyterian Church of Collegeport, P.O. Box 75, Collegeport, TX 77428. Mrs. Louderback was born on Feb. 1, 1928 in Houston to the late William and Ermine Partain Stewart. She died Sept. 28, 2008 in Victoria, Tx. She was a retired teacher for Palacios ISD, a graduate of Texas Womens University in Denton and a member of Edna Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Gates of Edna and Cindy Brookhouser of Van Vleck; son, Andy Louderback of Edna; grandchildren, Jennifer Weeren, Julianne Hammock, Jonathan Gates, Katie Brookhouser, Clint Johnson, Kara Louderback and Kelsie Louderback. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Jerome Louderback; and brother, William Stewart. Mrs. Flores was born Jan. 22, 1937 in Weslaco, Tx to Lazarus Del Bosque and Amelia Villarreal Del Bosque. She died Sept. 18, 2008. She was a resident of West Columbia for the past three years and was formerly a long time resident of Palacios. She is survived by daughters Gloria F. Vargas of Randallstown, MD, Darleen Flores of Palacios, and Denise Suarez and husband Emilio of West Columbia; son Carlos Flores III of McAllen, Tx.; sisters Sylvia Romo of McAllen, Janie Degollado of San Antonio and Alma Del Bosque of McAllen; brothers Enrigue, Veve, and Noe Del Bosque, all of Orange Cove, CA and Rudy Del Bosque of Houston; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband Charlie Flores, Jr.; her parents; a son: Jaime Flores; and a brother: Adam Del Bosque. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home, Palacios, TX (361) 972-2012. Mr. Abraham was born Sept. 5, 1929 in Palacios to the late Elmer H. and Ethel Swinson Abraham. He died Sept. 15, 2008. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and worked at Alcoa for many years. He is survived by sisters Lorraine O’Connell of Hot Springs Village, AK, Laverne Zandanel of Monessen, PA, Betty Amador of Mont Belvieu, Tx. and Sandra Dudley of Humble, Tx.; and brothers Herbert Abraham of Virginia and Dennis Abraham of West Columbia, Tx. Pallbearers were Robert Dudley, Mike Dudley, Martin Amador, Ronald Rathnau, Chris Peden and Alex |
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Mrs. Reyna was born May 13, 1939 in Seattle, WA to the late Frank and Jean Badgett. She passed away July 1, 2009.
Mr. Ressler was born Aug. 16, 1922 in Palacios to Ira Ambrose Ressler and Hazel Hannah Scott Ressler. He passed away June 20, 2009 at his home.