2004

January 1, 2004

Archie G. GOTTHARDT

HOBSON – Archie Glynn Gotthardt, 76, of Hobson, died Tuesday, Dec 30, 2003. He was born March 8, 1927, in Kenedy, to the late Fred Henry and Clara Roberts Gotthardt. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, was a soda jerk at Bailey’s Drugstore, a cowboy, surveyor with Charles Klumpp Jr. and a rancher. He owned and
operated Live Oak Meat Company and was director of the Karnes County Horse and Pony Club He was a member of Karnes City Rotary Club, the Alamo Quarter Horse Association and First United Methodist Church in Karnes City Survivors: wife, Hemona Hickok Gotthardt; daughters, Margaret Gotthardt and Melanie Johnson, both of Karnes City; sons, Mark Gotthardt of Karnes City and Matt Gotthardt of San Antonio; sister, Sul Kersh of Karnes City; and eight grandchildren Preceded in death by: sister, Eula Gilley; and brother, Fred William
Gotthardt The family will receive visitors 5-7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church, the Rev. Ken Houston officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Memorials: First United Methodist Church, Karnes City Public Library or the Windmill Emmaus Scholarship

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January 3, 2004

Victoria O. ADAME

KENEDY – Victoria O. Adame, 89, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2003. She was born March 23, 1914, in Concepcion, to the late Francisco and Cresencia Sandoval O’Balle. She was a homemaker and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: sons, Pedro Garza of Colorado and Ramon Garza of Kenedy; and sister, Maria Segura of Karnes City Preceded in death by: husband, Ernesto E. Adame; and brothers, Eluterio O’Balle, Ramon O’Balle and Esteban Reyes A rosary will be recited 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Services will be 2:30 p.m. today at the church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Runge Latin Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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January 9, 2004

Alice POLASEK

KARNES CITY – Alice Polasek, 91, of Karnes City, died Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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January 11, 2004

Alice POLASEK

KARNES CITY – Alice Polasek, 91, of Karnes City, died Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2004. She was born May 11, 1912, in Hallettsville, to the late John and Frances Mikulenka Bordovsky. She was the treasurer for KJZT lodge for 17 years and member of St Cornelius Catholic Church Survivors: daughters, Jo Ann Kroll of Hobson and Frances Zidek; sons, Tommy R. Polasek of Hobson, Rudolph J. Polasek of Karnes City, and Mike Polasek of Coy City; sister, Lucy Kowalik of Hobson; half brother, Dan Bordovsky of Hallettsville; 21 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Tom R. Polasek; and son, Jimmy R Polasek A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at St. Cornelius Catholic Church Services will be 2 p.m. Monday at the church, the Rev. Jeff Polasek officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Catholic Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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January 12, 2004

Alice POLASEK

KARNES CITY – Services for Alice Polasek, 91, of Karnes City, who died Wednesday, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Jeff Polasek officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Catholic Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Joseph Polasek, James Polasek Jr., David Polasek, Edward Polasek, Robert Polasek, Marcus Polasek, and Benjamin Polasek Honorary pallbearers: all grandchildren

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January 13, 2004

Bonifacio SOTO

KENEDY – Bonifacio Soto, 78, of Kenedy, died Saturday, Jan. 10, 2004. He was born June 5, 1925, in Lavaca County, to the late Vicente Sr and Paubla Silva Soto. He was a laborer and member of Second Baptist Church of Kenedy Survivors: sister, Natalia Perez of Mathis; and brothers, Felipe Soto of Kenedy and Vicente Soto Jr. of Leveland Preceded in death by: wife, Julia Martinez Soto; three sisters; and one brother Services will be 1 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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January 19, 2004

Arturo GARZA

KENEDY – Arturo Garza, 55, of Kenedy, died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2004. He was born May 21, 1948, in McAllen, to the late Edelmiro Sr. and Josefa G. Garza. He was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and Texas Farm Bureau. He was a farmer Survivors: daughter, Jo Ann Garza of Amarillo; stepdaughter, Amy Garza and Anna Garza; sons, Eddie Garza of San Antonio and Arturo Garza Jr. of Amarillo; stepson, Art Garza; sisters, Delia Cantu of Borger, Lydia Cruz, Esmeralda Davila, Elsa Garza and Mercedes Salinas, all of Kenedy, Sylvia DeLosSantos and Diana Garcia, both of Karnes City; stepsisters, Eva Morales and Eudelia Sanchez; brothers, Amador Garza of Kenedy, Emilio Garza of Natchez, Miss. and Gilbert Garza of Amarillo; stepbrothers, Leopoldo Garza, Reynaldo Garza, Rogelio Garza and Edelmiro Garza Jr.; and 14 grandchildren Preceded in death by: stepsister, Aurora Moreno; brother, Arnulfo Garza; and stepbrothers, Adan Garza and Narciso Garza A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel in Karnes City Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Kenedy, the Rev. Mauricio A. Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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January 20, 2004

Arturo GARZA

KENEDY – Services for Arturo Garza, 55, of Kenedy, who died Saturday, will be 10 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Kenedy, the Rev. Mauricio A. Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Calistro Martinez, Paul Rodriguez, Freddy Pena, Eddie Rodriguez, Jimmy Lee Rodriguez, Eddie Sandoval and Rick Sandoval

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January 22, 2004

Sophie ROSSETT

RUNGE – Sophie Rossett, 89, of Runge, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2004. She was born Nov. 18, 1914, in Runge, to the late Santos and Sixta Salazar Rossett. She was the first Latin American graduate of Runge High School. She was a housekeeper, taught religion classes and was a member of the Rosary Circle. She was a member and eucharistic minister of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church Survivors: half-sister, Ziola Rossett Barrera Preceded in death by: sister, Luisa Alcide; and brothers, Frank Alcide and Rosendo Alcide Sr A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, the Revs. Paschal Bergin and John Flanagan officiating. Burial will be at Runge Latin American Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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January 23, 2004

Sophie ROSSETT

RUNGE – Services for Sophie Rossett, 89, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, the Revs. Paschal Bergin and John Flanagan officiating. Burial will be at Runge Latin American Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Epimenio Jasso, Larry Rossett, Ramiro Rossett, Ray Rossett, Ysidro “Stormy” Rossett, and Fermin Tamez

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January 24, 2004

Demetria D. YANES

KENEDY – Demetria D. Yanes, 79, of Kenedy, died Friday, Jan. 23, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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January 25, 2004

Alice G. Blakeney

RUNGE – Alice G. Blakeney, 94, of Runge, died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2004. Services are pending at Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780- 3334

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Demetria D. YANES

KENEDY – Demetria D. Yanes, 79, of Kenedy, died Friday, Jan. 23, 2004. She was born Jan. 25, 1924, in Kenedy, to the late Paulo and Ricarda Diaz Martinez. She was a homemaker and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: daughters, Diana Martinez, Angelita Martinez, Ester Salas and Lupe Rico, all of Kenedy, and Elena Llanas of Boling; sons, Steven Martinez of Kenedy and Alex Garza of Chicago; 13 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Leopaldo Yanes; three daughters, two sons; two sisters; three brothers; and two grandsons A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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January 26, 2004

Demetria D. YANES

KENEDY – Demetria D. Yanes, 79, of Kenedy, died Friday, Jan. 23, 2004. She was born Jan. 25, 1924, in Kenedy, to the late Paulo and Ricarda Diaz Martinez. She was a homemaker and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: daughters, Diana Martinez, Angelita Martinez and Lupe Rico, all of Kenedy, Ester Salas of Lubbock and Elena Llanas of Boling; sons, Steven Martinez of Kenedy and Alex Garza of Chicago; 13 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Leopoldo Yanes; three daughters, two sons; two sisters; three brothers; and two grandsons Services will be 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Steven G. Martinez, Joe Hernandez Jr., Vincente Rico, Francisco Salas, Jimmy Hinojosa and Florentino Cortez

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January 27, 2004

Alice BLAKENEY

RUNGE – Alice Blakeney, 94, of Runge, died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2004. She was born July 14, 1909, in Moulton, to the late John and Julie Pustejovsky Grametbauer. She was a retired teacher and member of First United Methodist Church, Eastern Star and the Runge Cemetery Association Survivors: daughter, Dianne Fidler of Grand Prairie Preceded in death by: sisters, Erna Elder, Viola Kolodziejczyk and Adele Tanis; and brother, Emil John Grametbauer Services will be 2 p.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Cynthia Kepler officiating Burial will be at Runge City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Larry Dement, Vernon Jansen, Floyd Lott, Homer Lott Jr., Randy Miller, Dennis Schlienke and Marvin Schorre.

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February 5, 2004

Lucia S. GARZA

KENEDY – Lucia S. Garza, 84, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2004. She was born Dec. 13, 1919, in Bee County, to the late Pedro and Bernalda Caro Saenz. She was a housewife and member of the Assembly of God El Horeb in San Antonio Survivors: daughters, Delmira Becerra of San Antonio, Delia Pena of Uvalde, and Dora Garcia of Falls City; son, Domingo Garza Jr. of San Antonio; seven grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Domingo Garza Sr.; six sisters; and six brothers A prayer service will be 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home chapel, the Rev Alfredo Becerra officiating. Burial will be at Red Ranch Cemetery near Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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February 6, 2004

Gilberto F. MONTEZ Sr

KARNES CITY – Gilberto F. Montez Sr., 76, of Karnes City, died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2004. He was born Jan. 24, 1928, in Goliad, to the late Desiderio and Juana Flores Montez. He retired from Karnes Electric Coop. after 25 years of service Survivors: wife, Sara Estrada Montez; daughter, Virginia Montes of Karnes City; son, Gilberto Montes Jr. of San Antonio; eight sisters; and seven brothers Preceded in death by: two sisters A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Lucia S. GARZA

KENEDY – Lucia S. Garza, 84, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2004. She was born Dec. 13, 1919, in Bee County, to the late Pedro and Bernalda Caro Saenz. She was a housewife and member of the Assembly of God El Horeb in San Antonio Survivors: daughters, Delmira Becerra of San Antonio, Delia Pena of Uvalde, and Dora Garcia of Falls City; son, Domingo Garza Jr. of San Antonio; seven grandchildren; and five great- grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Domingo Garza Sr.; six sisters; and six brothers Services will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Alfredo Becerra officiating Burial will be at Red Ranch Cemetery near Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Carlos Garcia, Mario Pena, Ismael Becerra Jr., Pete Danez, Victor Saenz and Fernando Martinez

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February 7, 2004

Gilberto F. MONTEZ Sr

KARNES CITY – Services for Gilberto F. Montez Sr., 76, of Karnes City, who died Thursday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Debra J. WALKER

KENEDY – Debra Jo Walker, 40, of Kenedy, died Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2004. She was born Nov. 29, 1963, in Fort Campbell, Ky., to Xavier and Virginia Rodriguez De La Rosa of Pettus. She was a housewife and a Baptist Survivors: husband, Scott Walker; daughter, Paulina Peranteau of Sugar Land; stepdaughter, Erica Dawn Walker of Choate; sons, Ronald Owens of Del Rio and Thomas G. Peranteau of Sugar Land; stepsons, Randall Scott Walker II and Casey Derrick Walker, both of Choate; sisters, Regina Graham of Pettus, Lorgina Martinez of Floresville, and Michelle Vallejo of Cedar Creek; brother, Victor De La Rosa of Maryland; and two grandchildren A rosary will be recited 5:30 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home chapel, the Rev Less Ammerman officiating Burial will be at Choate Cemetery in Choate. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Choate Baptist Church and Cemetery Fund

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February 8, 2004

Dora M. MCCARN

KENEDY – Dora Myrtle McCarn, 98, of Kenedy, died Friday, Feb. 6, 2004. She was born July 22, 1905, in Mountain View, Ark., to the late Arch and Amanda Franklin Haley. She was a homemaker and a member of Kenedy Church of Christ Survivors: daughter, Nora L. Schultz of Kenedy; sons, Alva McCarn Jr. of Good Water, Ala. and Douglas Wayne McCarn of Houston; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild Preceded in death by: sisters, Lorraine Repka and Ora Mercile Martin; and brothers, Buddy Haley, Behve Haley, Ray Haley, Dick Haley, J.C. Haley, Mankins Haley and Harlan Haley Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Burial will be at Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Pawnee Cemetery

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February 9, 2004

Dora M. MCCARN

KENEDY – Services for Dora Myrtle McCarn, 98, of Kenedy, who died Friday, will be 10 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Burial will be at Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: Pawnee Cemetery

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February 10, 2004

Gregoria B. ARRIOLA

KARNES CITY – Gregoria B. Arriola, 81, of Karnes City, died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2004. She was born Nov. 17, 1922, in Gillett, to the late Manuel and Alejandra Serenil Bustillos. She was a housewife and member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church Survivors: daughters, Alicia Arriola of Kenedy, Mary Lou Arriola of Corpus Christi, and Cruz Rivas of Karnes City; sons, Juan Arriola of Windham, Conn., Lasaro Arriola of Copperas Cove, Frank Arriola Jr. of Houston, and David Gomez of Karnes City; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Francisco H. Arriola; daughter, Irene Gomez; one sister; and two brothers A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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February 11, 2004

Gregoria B. ARRIOLA

KARNES CITY – Services for Gregoria B. Arriola, 81, of Karnes City, who died Sunday, will be 11 a.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: David Gomez, Joshua Arriola, Emilio Arriola, Mario Arriola, Carlos Arriola, and Juan Arriola Honorary pallbearers: Jason Arriola and Michael Arriola

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February 13, 2004

Adela S. ZUNKER

KARNES CITY – Adela Seeger Zunker, 98, of Karnes City, died Thursday, Feb. 12, 2004. She was born Jan. 21, 1906, in Sublime, to the late Fritz and Emma Schoenfield Seeger. She was a housewife and member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. She was active in the Karnes City Senior Citizens Survivors: son, A.J. Zunker Jr. of Poteet; daughter, Mary Ann Griffin of Fashing; six grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, A.J. “Ollie” Zunker; three sisters; and one brother A prayer service will be 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Karnes City Cemetery, the Rev. David Collins officiating. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.

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February 14, 2004

Adela S. ZUNKER

KARNES CITY – Services for Adela Seeger Zunker, 98, of Karnes City, who died Thursday, will be 2 p.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. David Collins officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Bryan Griffin, Ed Griffin, Logan Griffin, Taylor Griffin, Jacinto Guillaume and Jeffrey Zunker

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February 18, 2004

The Rev. Fabian GARZA

KENEDY – The Rev. Fabian Garza, 66, of Kenedy, died Friday, Feb. 13, 2004. He was born Jan. 2, 1938, in Kenedy, to the late Flavio and Henrietta Guerra Garza. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a minister and member of Principe De Paz church Survivors: wife, Zoila Garza; daughters, Veronica Garza and Christi De Los Santos, both of San Antonio; son, Jefthe Garza of San Antonio; sisters, Elida Alice Saldana, Yolanda Jimenez, and Elvira Gonzales, all of San Antonio; brothers, Fidel Garza and Jimmie Garza, both of San Antonio; and four grandchildren A prayer service will be 7 p.m. tonight at Tabernacle Convention Center Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at the convention center, the Rev Jimmy Longoria officiating Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Garza family.

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February 19, 2004

The Rev. Fabian GARZA

KENEDY – The Rev. Fabian Garza, 66, of Kenedy, died Friday, Feb. 13, 2004. He was born Jan. 2, 1938, in Kenedy, to the late Flavio and Henrietta Guerra Garza. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a minister and member of Principe De Paz church Survivors: wife, Zoila Garza; daughters, Veronica Garza and Christi De Los Santos, both of San Antonio; sons, Jefthe Garza of San Antonio, and John Garza of Discovery Bay, Calif.; sisters, Elida Alice Saldana, Yolanda Jimenez, and Elvira Gonzales, all of San Antonio; brothers, Fidel Garza and Jimmie Garza, both of San Antonio; and four grandchildren A prayer service was Wednesday at Tabernacle Convention Center Services will be 10 a.m. today at the convention center, the Rev Jimmy Longoria officiating Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: John Garza, Phillip Garza, Jefthe Garza, Eliseo De Los Santos, Sergio Lara, and Trino Jimenez Memorials: Garza family

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February 21, 2004

Anthony MANKA

HOBSON – Anthony Manka, 83, of Hobson, died Friday, Feb. 20, 2004. He was born Oct. 14, 1920, in Panna Maria, to the late Henry and Regina Pilarczyk Manka. He served in the U.S. Air Force during WWII and on the Karnes County Tax Appraisal Review Board. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, VFW, American Legion National Educators Association, Texas School Administrators and the Texas State Teachers Association. He was a teacher and school administrator for 39 years and continued as a substitute after retirement Survivors: wife, Theresa Moczygemba Manka; daughter, Betsy Sansom of Austin; sons, Allan Manka of San Antonio and Hank Manka of Fair Oaks Ranch; sister, Florence Hoffman of Hobson; and five grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Gertrude Manka and Matilda Manka; and brother, Frank Manka A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Services will be 4 p.m. Sunday at the church, the Rev. Wojciech Reisch officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Memorials: Panna Maria Historical Society Building Fund, P.O. Box 9, Panna Maria, Texas 78144

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Linda BEST

KARNES CITY – Linda Best, 96, of Karnes City, died Thursday, Feb 19, 2004. She was born Oct. 17, 1907, in Comal County, to the late Ed and Nannie Scholl Moeller. She was a retired florist for Kenedy, Goliad and San Antonio. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kenedy, Karnes City Garden Club and the Bunco Club Survivors: daughters, June Beard, Margie Denson and Arline Matthews, all of Karnes City; sister, Eleanor Ripps of San Antonio; three grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Rudolph Best; sisters, Frances May and Edna Moeller; brother, Herbert Moeller; and grandson, Terry Beard The family will receive visitors 6-7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home chapel, the Rev Sharon Truelson officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Memorials: First United Methodist Church of Karnes City or the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Kenedy

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Anthony MANKA

HOBSON – Anthony Manka, 83, of Hobson, died Friday, Feb. 20, 2004. He was born Oct. 14, 1920, in Panna Maria, to the late Henry and Regina Pilarczyk Manka. He served in the U.S. Air Force during WWII and on the Karnes County Tax Appraisal Review Board. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, VFW, American Legion National Educators Association, Texas School Administrators and the Texas State Teachers Association. He was a teacher and school administrator for 39 years and continued as a substitute after retirement Survivors: wife, Theresa Moczygemba Manka; daughter, Betsy Sansom of Austin; sons, Allan Manka of San Antonio and Hank Manka of Fair Oaks Ranch; sister, Florence Hoffman of Hobson; and five grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Gertrude Manka and Matilda Manka; and brother, Frank Manka A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Services will be 4 p.m. Sunday at the church, the Rev. Wojciech Reisch officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Memorials: Panna Maria Historical Society Building Fund, P.O. Box 9, Panna Maria, Texas 78144

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February 22, 2004

Linda BEST

KARNES CITY – Services for Linda Best, 96, of Karnes City, who died Thursday, will be 2 p.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Sharon Truelson officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Danny Denson, Vernon Fenner Sr., Ken Harvey, Gary Pawelek, Tracy Witte and Nick Bomba Honorary pallbearers: Clarence Johnson, Alvin Kaiser, B.J. Sebasta, Walter Wieda and Mike Hudgins Memorials: First United Methodist Church of Karnes City or the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Kenedy

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Anthony MANKA

HOBSON – Anthony “Tony” Manka, 83, of Hobson, died Friday, Feb. 20, 2004. He was born Oct. 14, 1920, in Panna Maria, to the late Henry and Regina Pilarczyk Manka. He served in the U.S. Air Force during WWII and on the Karnes County Tax Appraisal Review Board. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, VFW, American Legion, National Educators Association, Texas School Administrators and the Texas State Teachers Association. He was a teacher and school administrator for 39 years and continued as a substitute after retirement Survivors: wife, Theresa Moczygemba Manka; daughter, Betsy Sansom of Austin; sons, Allan Manka of San Antonio and Hank Manka of Fair Oaks Ranch; sister, Florence Hoffman of Hobson; and six grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Gertrude Manka and Matilda Manka; and brother, Frank Manka Services will be 4 p.m. today at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the Rev. Wojciech Reisch officiating Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Pat Hoffmann, Armand Manka, Brent Sansom, Ryan Sansom, Howard Wiatrek and Ross Moczygemba Memorials: Panna Maria Historical Society Building Fund, P.O. Box 9, Panna Maria, Texas 78144

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February 24, 2004

Roy W. HUTSON

KENEDY – Roy W. Hutson, 86, of Kenedy, died Friday, Feb. 20, 2004. He was born March 26, 1917, in Stonewall, Okla., to the late William and Sarah Moody Hutson. He was a veteran of World War II and a farm mechanic Preceded in death by: sister, Opal McCarn; and brothers, Curtis Hutson, Lee Hutson, and Ernest Hutson Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: Pawnee Cemetery

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February 25, 2004

Roy W. HUTSON

KENEDY – Graveside services for Roy W. Hutson, 86, of Kenedy, who died Friday, will be 2 p.m. today at Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Pawnee Cemetery.

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March 4, 2004

Aurora C. GARZA

KENEDY – Aurora Caballero Garza, 90, of Kenedy, died March 2, 2004. She was born September 6, 1913, in Sebastian, to the late Francisco and Hilda Benavides Caballero. She was a homemaker and child care provider. She was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and First Mexican Baptist Church Survivors: daughters, Lydia Downey of Houston, Santos Patricia Salais, Elvira Caballero Garza, and Cynthia Seals, all of Kenedy, and Alice Sanchez of Beeville; sons, Fidenico Garza of Tyler, Raul Garza, Manuel Garza, Diego Garza Jr., and James Garza, all of Kenedy, Albert Garza of Ingleside, and Leroy Garza of Lake Jackson; 39 grandchildren, 54 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Diego Garza Sr., four sisters, seven brothers; and two grandsons A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533

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March 5, 2004

Aurora C. GARZA

KENEDY – Services for Aurora Caballero Garza, 90, of Kenedy, who died Tuesday, will be 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Leroy Garcia, Fidencio Garza, Albert Garza, Dan Saldis, David Sanchez, and Patrick Seals

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March 8, 2004

Bill H. MERRITT

KENEDY – Bill H. Merritt, 96, of Kenedy, died Saturday, March 6, 2004. He was born Oct. 20, 1907, in Lott, to the late Charlie H. and Mary Emma Birkes Merritt. He was a farmer and rancher and a member of the First Baptist Church Survivors: wife, Thelma Merritt; sons, C.J. Merritt of Grand Prairie and Billy Merritt of Choate; brother, Lonnie Merritt of Corpus Christi; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: four sisters; and brothers, Jay Merritt, Wellard Merritt, and Roy Merritt Visitation will be 7:30 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home chapel, the Rev. Homer Hanna officiating. Burial will be at Choate Cemetery in Choate. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: First Baptist Church Kenedy man is remembered as a prankster, protector. Always cracking jokes and pulling practical ones, Travis Whitman took a “don’t sweat the small stuff” approach to life – a life he was willing to sacrifice for his country and the betterment of others. A former U.S. Marine, Whitman, 24, was killed in a car wreck last month in Iraq while working for a private firm providing security for government contractors trying to rebuild the war-torn country “He was going over and making a difference in these Iraqi people’s lives, giving them the opportunities that we have here that they have never had. He was real passionate about that,” said longtime friend Mike Ramirez, Whitman’s team leader at the company. “He loved his job. He loved what he was doing, and he wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else.” Ramirez, who is from Kenedy, emphasized that the wreck had nothing to do with the fighting going on in Iraq On Saturday, friends and family from Texas to Oregon remembered Whitman, a 1997 graduate of Kenedy High School, as a protector and prankster at services at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Kenedy Diana Goodrich, who introduced herself as Whitman’s “crazy” aunt during a morning rosary, told about her nephew’s infamous pranks. She told about the “purse trick,” where a string of some sort was tied to a purse and then the purse was placed in the street. When someone stopped their car, got out and reached down to pick up the purse, the string was yanked One time Goodrich was elected to stop the shenanigans of the youngsters, but, somehow, she ended up joining in. “I got such a charge out of running into the bushes and hiding,” Goodrich laughed as she stood at the front of the church To her left was Whitman’s casket draped with a U.S. flag. It was surrounded by bouquets of predominantly red, white and blue flowers “I have a lot of these just crazy, funny little moments with him,” Goodrich, who lives in Portland, Ore. added. “He was a card, but he was my inspiration.” Stan Howard, who coached Whitman in football and track in high school, said he was honored and humbled “to be able to coach a kid like that.” Whitman attended Kenedy High School from 1993 to 1997, the only years he lived in the city. Prior to that he lived in Salem, Ore., with his mom, Elaine Premo, who now lives in Portland, Ore. In Kenedy he lived with his dad, Henry Whitman. His dad, a Texas Ranger, now lives in El Paso. Whitman played guard on the football team, and he was a member of the 1995-96 team that won district and went two rounds in the playoffs. Howard, the offensive line coach and offensive coordinator in Kenedy in the 1990s, said Whitman was a big reason why the team did so well that season “Travis wasn’t overly talented, but he was one of those kids that gave 110 percent no matter what he did. He was a winner. I mean he was going to leave it all on the field. God bless, Travis,” Howard said at the rosary as he asked Whitman’s high school teammates to stand People clapped as about 15 guys stood. One of the 15 was Clint Kasprzyk, who played quarterback “Travis was definitely the guy that didn’t let you take anything too seriously. You might have had something going on in class, you might have had something at home, but he was the guy you could talk to. He could teach you how to live life half-heartedly, let it roll down your back,” said Kasprzyk, a 25- year-old Houston resident. “Like I said, he would always do the little things in class, like say off-the-wall comments to break the tension. It didn’t matter where you were. Even if we were in the middle of a game and frustrated, he would say anything, from mamma jokes to anything off the wall “He was a great guy,” Kasprzyk said Friend and fellow teammate Ramon Reyna agreed “He was just an all-around great guy,” said Reyna, a 24-year-old San Antonio resident. “I will tell you one thing, if you saw him one time, you’d never forget him. He was that type of person.” Whitman joined the Marines after graduating from high school in 1997. His father, a former Marine – as is his mother – said his son was an expert marksman. Henry Whitman said that at one time Travis was one of the top 20 pistol shooters in the Marines, and for his efforts he was picked up by the 3rd Marine Division Pistol Team He left the pistol team to attend embassy guard school, or Marine Security Guard school in Quantico, Va. Whitman then served at the embassy in Germany for 15 months before rotating to the embassy in Bolivia Whitman was discharged from the Marines in October U.S. Marine Stephen Bazzle, who served with Whitman in the 7th Comm Battalion, said he was like a brother to him. And for Marine Sgt. Carl Martin, who helped fold the U.S. flag that covered Whitman’s casket at the cemetery, that thought really rings true. Martin married Whitman’s sister, Heather, a lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. Whitman introduced the two Martin, who is stationed in Germany, as is his wife, described Whitman as a picture perfect Marine “I tell you what. When I first met Travis he was locked on. He carried himself a certain way. He was just a well-rounded Marine,” Martin said. “We all went through a lot, and he definitely made the best out of it, always with a smile.” Bill White of McKinney, Whitman’s uncle, called his nephew a protector during the rosary As a guard in football, he protected the quarterback and running backs, White said. In the Marines, he protected the embassies, and as a brother he protected his older sister by introducing her only to someone he believed worthy enough for her to go out with, White said “And then the final chapter was when he took on this position in which he went over in the security service industry protecting those who wanted to make Iraq a better place. And he put his life on the line once again without any recognition,” White said. “He was just one of those guys that just did his job just to help others, and you’ve got to admire that.” He closed his remarks with the words “Semper Fi,” the Marine Corps motto, which means “always faithful,” and he asked “can I get a hoo-ah?” The Marine battle cry resonated through the church Ann Rundle is a reporter for the Advocate. Contact her at 361-277- 6319 or cueroadv@txcr.net.

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March 9, 2004

Soledad D. DELEON

KENEDY – Soledad Davila DeLeon, 91, of Kenedy, died Sunday, March 7, 2004. She was born May 28, 1912, in Nava Coah, Mexico, to the late Vicente Cantu and Juanita Balderas Cantu Santos. She was a housewife and member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: daughters, Delia D. Martinez of Floresville, and Estella D. Gutierrez and Lilly D. Garibay, both of Kenedy; son, Everardo Davila of Houston; 12 grandchildren; 34 great- grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Guadalupe Davila DeLeon; and brother, Manuel Cantu A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Revs. Mauricio Lopez and Walter Hill III officiating. Burial will be at De Ntra Sra De Guadalupe near Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Bill H. MERRITT

KENEDY – Services for Bill H. Merritt, 96, of Kenedy, who died Saturday, will be 10 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Homer Hanna officiating. Burial will be at Choate Cemetery in Choate. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Trey Merritt, Pat Merritt, Mike Merritt, Clay Merritt, Jason Merritt, and Duane Suehs Honorary pallbearers: Josh Merritt, Jacob Merritt, Tyler Merritt, and Allen Cannon Memorials: First Baptist Church

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March 10, 2004

Soledad D. DELEON

KENEDY – Services for Soledad Davila DeLeon, 91, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Revs. Mauricio Lopez and Walter Hill III officiating. Burial will be at De Ntra Sra De Guadalupe near Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Robert Martinez, Leonel Martinez, Guadalupe Martinez, Roy Gutierrez, Danny Davila and Leroy Martinez Honorary pallbearers: Louis Garibay, Ronnie Davila and Lesander Martinez

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March 12, 2004

Georgia A. HAILEY

KENEDY – Georgia Ann Hailey, 74, of Kenedy, died Saturday, March 6, 2004. She was born Feb. 16, 1930, in Kenedy, to the late William and Mattie Schroeder Borroum. She was a homemaker, co-owner of Ken Kream, and a member of Community Bible Church, where she volunteered as pianist and organist Survivors: son, Tom Hailey of San Antonio; grandson, I.B. Hailey Preceded in death by: husband, Berkley Hailey; and brother, Billy Borroum Family will receive friends 5:30-7:30 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, the Rev. Alex Mandes officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Memorials: American Cancer Society or Kenedy Public Library.

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April 1, 2004

Eva Casarez

KENEDY – Services for Eva Casarez, 52, of Karnes City, who died Tuesday, will be 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Joe Cano III, Jesse Rodriquez Jr., Johnny Cortez, Romeo Cano Jr., Justin Saenz, Danny Salais, Joe Salais, and David Jeff Cisneros Honorary pallbearers: Philip Mooney, Ernest Cano, Raul Cano, Edward Cisneros, and Alex Guerra Memorials: Mass offerings at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church

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April 4, 2004

Adora R.s. Miller

KENEDY – Adora Rosalie “Granny” Smith Miller, 80, of Kenedy, died Friday, April 2, 2004. She was born Aug. 18, 1923, in Goliad, to the late K.D. and Lessie Smith. She was a retired nurse in Karnes County Survivors: daughters, Nona McElroy of Edinburg and Deborah Gill of Redwood City, Calif.; son, Larry Miller of Mission; sisters, Irene Forbes, Clara Johnson and Bernadine Urana; brother, Kadon Smith; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: former spouse, A.J. Miller; sisters, Josephine Lee, Ela Mae Simmons, Christine Simmons and Katherine Turner; and brother, John Dewey Smith Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Monday at Colonial Funeral Home chapels in Goliad Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Glendale Cemetery in Goliad. Colonial Funeral Home, Goliad, 361-645-3216 Memorials: Comfort House of McAllen or charity of choice

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April 5, 2004

Joe B. Spencer

KENEDY – Joe Ben Spencer, 69, of Kenedy, died Saturday, April 3, 2004. He was born June 21, 1934, in Kilgore, to the late Marion W. and Susie Kirk Spencer. He was a heavy equipment mechanic for General Atomic Energy Co., formerly Chevron Survivors: wife, Geraldyne Spencer; daughter, Denise Staudt of San Antonio; sons, Jerry Spencer of Floresville and Benny Spencer of San Marcos; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren Visitation will be 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Eckols Funeral Home chapels Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Memorials: Leukemia Society

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April 6, 2004

Joe B. Spencer

KENEDY – Services for Joe Ben Spencer, 69, of Kenedy, who died Saturday, will be 10 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Ronnie Hahn, Jeff Hahn, Kenny Hahn, Mike Humphries, Russell Bluhm and Bill Morrow Honorary pallbearers: T.J. Cooper, Bill Gary, Beecher Huff, Gene Lake, August Hahn, Frank Dybowski and all his golfing friends Memorials: Leukemia Society

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April 13, 2004

Anita N. Felux

KENEDY – Anita Norma Felux, 87, of Kenedy, died Sunday, April 11, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 April 14, 2004

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Lenora Franco

KARNES CITY – Lenora Franco, 74, of Karnes City, died Sunday, April 11, 2004. She was born Jan. 1, 1930, in Gillette, to the late Teresa Sandoval Torres. She was a homemaker and member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church Survivors: daughters, Christina Mireles of Amarillo and Ernestina Sanders of Karnes City; sons, Arnulfo Franco of Hereford, Arturo Franco of Hobson, and Henry Franco Jr. of Helena; 16 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: brothers, Andres Sandoval, Domingo Sandoval, Juan Sandoval, and Pablo Sandoval; stepfather, Pedro Torres; and one grandson A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 9 a.m. Thursday at St Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Helena Cemetery in Helena. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Anita N. Felux

KENEDY – Anita Norma Felux, 87, of Kenedy, died Sunday, April 11, 2004. She was born June 5, 1916, in New Braunfels, to the late Charlie and Lydia Klatt Donaubauer. She was a retail clerk and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: daughter, Eleanora Harlan of Shreveport, La.; son, Marvin Felux of Round Rock; sister, Eleanora Hillmeyer of San Antonio; brother, G.W. Donaubauer of Kenedy; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Benedict Joseph Felux; sister, Melanie Syring; and brothers, Alphonse Donaubauer, Eugene Donaubauer, and Gilbert Donaubauer A rosary was recited 7 p.m. Tuesday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Steven Felux, Michael Harlan, Dan Troxell, and David Hilton

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April 15, 2004

Lenora Franco

KARNES CITY – Services for Lenora Franco, 74, of Karnes City, who died Sunday, will be 9 a.m. today at St Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Helena Cemetery in Helena. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Enrique Franco, Richard Franco, Arnulfo Franco Jr., Paul Mireles, Theodore Salazar, and Randy Sanders April 20, 2004.

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Eleuterio G. Cantu Jr.

KENEDY – Eleuterio G. Cantu Jr., 56, of Kenedy, died Saturday, April 17, 2004. He was born Sept. 29, 1947, in Aransas Pass, to the late Eleuterio Sr. and Cecilia DeAses Cantu. He was a tire repairman for Mo-Vac Service Co. and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Clara Cantu of Kenedy; daughters, Cynthia Ochoa, Mara Ochoa, and Debbie Cantu; sons, Gilbert Cantu, Juanito Cantu, Rogelio Cantu, and Eleuterio Cantu III; sisters, Dalia Cantu Samuels, Oralia Martinez, Esmeralda Morlett, and Perla Cantu; and brothers, Domingo Cantu, Lazaro Cantu, Oscar Cantu, Geronimo Cantu, Genaro Cantu, and Mario Cantu Preceded in death by: brothers, Santos Mario Cantu and Juanito Cantu A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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April 21, 2004

Eleuterio G. Cantu Jr.

KENEDY – Services for Eleuterio G. Cantu Jr., 56, of Kenedy, who died Saturday, will be 1 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Lazaro Cantu, Eleuterio Cantu III, Oscar Cantu, Roy Cantu, Roland Olivarez, Gilbert Cantu, and Eric Rodriguez Seals

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Domingo Flores

KENEDY – Domingo Flores, 81, of Kenedy, died Sunday, April 18, 2004. He was born June 17, 1922, in Runge, to the late Juan and Manuela Flores Espiricueta. He was retired from the City of Kenedy with 30 years of service and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Rosa Flores; son, Tony Flores of Manchaca; sister, Benita Ocanas of Waco; brothers, Sabas Espiricueta of Karnes City and Bartolo Espiricueta; and four grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Francis Davila, Tomasa Davila, Margarita Garza, and Anita E. Salinas; and brothers, Bernardo Espiricueta, Vidal Garza Sr., and Abraham Garza Sr A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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April 22, 2004

Domingo Flores

KENEDY – Services for Domingo Flores, 81, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Johnny Salinas, Dominto Ocanas, Robert Ocanas, Vidal Garza Jr., Vidal Garza III, and Johnny Jimenez

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April 28, 2004

Pedro G. Cortez Sr.

KENEDY – Pedro “Pete” Garza Cortez Sr., 50, of Kenedy, died Monday,

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April 26, 2004. He was born Oct. 18, 1953, in San Antonio, to the late Merce and Elida Garza Cortez. He was a truck driver and a Catholic Survivors: stepdaughter, Debbie Cortez; son, Pete Cortez II of Karnes City; sisters, Mary Grimes and Lupe Turner, both of San Antonio; and one grandchild A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Thursday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating Burial will be at Karnes City Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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May 9, 2004

Ray Hyde

KENEDY – Ray Hyde, 78, of Kenedy, died Saturday, May 8, 2004 Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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May 10, 2004

Ray Hyde

KENEDY – Ray Hyde, 78, of Kenedy, died Saturday, May 8, 2004. He was born April 29, 1926, in Texarkana, Ark., to the late Charles Hiram and Mattie O’Farrell Hyde. He was a retired plant operator for Sun Oil Co. He was also a master mason and a member of the First Baptist Church in Kenedy Survivors: wife, Jean Hanks Hyde; daughters, Pamela Jean Hyde of Clear Lake and Nancy Dee Orsak of Warner Robins, Ga.; sons, Ronald R Hyde of Kenedy, Charles Glen Hyde of Roanoke, and Billy Edward Hyde of Amarillo; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild Preceded in death by: brother, Raymond Hyde Visitation will be 6:30-8 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, the Rev. Homer Hanna officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533

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May 11, 2004

Ray Hyde

KENEDY – Services for Ray Hyde, 78, of Kenedy, who died Saturday, will be 11 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Homer Hanna officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: David Morgan, Bobby Homeyer, Bob Patton, David Dill, Jerry Lehman, and Richard Foster Honorary pallbearers: Truett Hunt Memorials: First Baptist Church, Kenedy

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John A. Pace

KENEDY – John A. Pace, 84, of Kenedy, died Sunday, May 9, 2004. He was born May 30, 1919, in Karnes County, to the late Dan A. and Ida Scruggs Pace. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Kenedy VFW Post. He was a truck driver for Wilson Supply Co. and a Baptist Survivors: daughters, Detra Harris of Pawnee and Glenda Lewallen of Kenedy; son, Mike Pace of Kenedy; brothers, Charles Pace of Kenedy, Floyd Pace and Jimmy Pace, both of Tyler, and Marcos Pace of Longview; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild Preceded in death by: wife, Betty Hicks Pace The family will receive visitors 6-7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home chapel, the Rev. Homer Hanna officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533

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May 12, 2004

John A. Pace

KENEDY – Services for John A. Pace, 84, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Homer Hanna officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Mike Barnes Sr., Orlando Rodriguez, David Martinez, John Barnes, Randy Wheeler, and Ray Borroum

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May 18, 2004

Ramiro C. Villarreal

KARNES CITY – Ramiro “R.V.” C. Villarreal, 71, of Karnes City, died Sunday, May 16, 2004. He was born June 22, 1932, in Helena, to the late Andres and Dolores Cantu Villarreal. He was a retired painter and construction worker and a member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church and the Benito Juarez Association Survivors: wife, Guadalupe Gutierrez Villarreal; daughters, Rachel Leal of Lake Jackson, and Ronda Villarreal and Roxanne Villarreal, both of San Antonio; sisters, Elnora Andrade and Isabel DeLeon, both of San Antonio; brothers, Eliseo Villareal of Karnes City and Robert Villarreal of Calexico, Calif.; and four grandchildren Preceded in death by: sister, Irene Sandoval; and brothers, Roy Villarreal, Jesse Villarreal Sr., and Ralph Villarreal Sr A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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May 21, 2004

Denver Ross

KENEDY – Denver Ross, 89, of Kenedy, died Thursday, May 20, 2004. He was born April 5, 1915, in Leesville, to the late Robert and Aleene Gibson Ross. He was a veteran of World War II and retired from Halliburton with 26 years of service. He was a member of the Assembly of God Survivors: wife, Doris Ross; daughter, Dortha Rivera of Corpus Christi; sisters, Marjorie Walker of San Antonio, Ila Barbee of Waco, and Gaynell Dalton of Lampasas; brothers, Robert C. Ross Jr. of Porter, Elliott H. Ross of Alice, and John L. Ross of Broken Arrow, Okla.; and one granddaughter Preceded in death by: sister, Alma Wren; brothers, Norman E. Ross and William Ross The family will receive friends 6-7:30 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home chapel, the Rev. Ronnie Rice officiating. Burial will be at Karnes County Memorial Park in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: Assembly of God Church in Kenedy

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May 22, 2004

Hattie Samsel

KENEDY – Hattie Samsel, 92, of Kenedy, died Friday, May 21, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Denver Ross

KENEDY – Services for Denver Ross, 89, of Kenedy, who died Thursday, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Ronnie Rice officiating. Burial will be at Karnes County Memorial Park in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Tom Davis, Sam Hemby, Louis Gustafson, Alton Mitchell, Alvin Kaiser and Ben Ross Alexander Honorary pallbearers: Ken Kream and “Do Nothing Club.” Memorials: Assembly of God Church in Kenedy

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May 23, 2004

Hattie Samsel

KENEDY – Hattie Samsel, 92, of Kenedy, died Friday, May 21, 2004. She was born Feb. 12, 1912, in Karnes County to the late Henry and Augusta Fredich Schultz. She was a homemaker and member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Survivors: son, William H. Samsel of Austin; brother, Buddy Schultz of Kenedy; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Hebert O. Samsel; son, Eugene E Samsel; sisters, Lydia Newberry, Alma Hagedorn, Lena Samsel, Dora Gross and Leona Kolinek; and brothers, Oscar Schultz and Milton Schultz Services will be 2 p.m. today at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, the Rev. Sharon Truelson officiating Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533. Pallbearers: Barry Samsel, Dennis Guthrie, Roger Patterson, Kevin Samsel, Jason Samsel and Christopher Guthrie. Memorials: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.

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Juaquina Salas

KENEDY – Juaquina Salas, 81, of Kenedy, died Friday, May 21, 2004. She was born Feb. 18, 1923, in Goliad County, to the late Juan and Maria Garcia Estrada. She was a homemaker and member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: daughters, Bonnie Lopez, Olga Salas and Janie Mendez, all of Kenedy, and Maria Guzman of Port Lavaca; son, George “Goyo” Salas, Frank Salas, David Salas, Gilbert Salas and Ruben Jose Salas, all of Kenedy; 38 grandchildren; and 70 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Emilio Salas; son, Joe Salas; one sister; and three brothers A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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May 24, 2004

Juaquina Salas

KENEDY – Services for Juaquina Salas, 81, of Kenedy, who died Friday, will be 10:30 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Raynaldo Salas, Albert Salas, Gito Salas, Roy Salas, Charlie Salas, and Ruben Salas Jr

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May 27, 2004

Juan Rios

RUNGE – Juan Rios, 93, of Runge, died Tuesday, May 25, 2004. He was born Dec. 6, 1910, in Runge, to the late Jose and Anastacia Rios. He was a farmer and a Catholic Survivors: daughters, Janie Caballero of Amarillo, Rosa Garcia of Austin, Christalda and Christina of Plainview, and Dora of Delaware; sons, Frank Rios of Plainview, Pablo Rios and Joe Rios, both of Austin, and Robert Rios of Runge; sisters, Linda Alvear and Angelita Delos Santos of Kenedy; brother, Joe Rios of Beeville; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Dora Del Los Santos and Aurora Rios; and brothers, Manuel Rios and Fernando Rios A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Janssen Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862

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Fabian J. Mika

KENEDY – Fabian J. Mika, 72, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, May 25, 2004. He was born July 6, 1931, in Panna Maria, to the late Jesse and Sylvia Reiman Mika. He was a farmer and member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Survivors: sisters, Mary Denson of Stockdale, Julia Mika of Bahrain, Persian Gulf, and Susan Smith of Karnes City; and brother, Daniel Gilbert Mika of Panna Maria Preceded in death by: sister, Rose Zarebski A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Panna Maria, the Rev. Norbert Herman officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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May 28, 2004

Juan Rios

RUNGE – Juan Rios, 93, of Runge, died Tuesday, May 25, 2004. He was born Dec. 6, 1910, in Runge, to the late Jose and Anastacia Gonzales Rios. He was a farmer and a Catholic Survivors: daughters, Janie Caballero of Amarillo, Rosa Garcia of Austin, Chriscelda Gonzales of Plainview, Christina Steelman of Dothan, Ala., and Dora Writt of Symra, Del.; sons, Frank Rios of Plainview, Paul Rios and Joe Rios, both of Austin, and Robert Rios of Runge; sisters, Linda Avear and Angelita De Los Santos of Kenedy; brother, Joe Rios of Beeville; 20 grandchildren; 15 great- grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Dora Delos Santos and Aurora Rios; and brothers, Manuel Rios and Fernando Rios A rosary was recited 7 p.m. Thursday at Janssen Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Pallbearers: Johnny Rios, Gabericel Gonzales, Patrick Rios, Ben Cabellero Jr., Ramon Rios, and Fernando Rios Jr Memorials: donor’s choice

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Fabian J. Mika

KENEDY – Services for Fabian J. Mika, 72, of Kenedy, who died Tuesday, will be 10 a.m. today at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Panna Maria, the Rev. Norbert Herman officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Toby George, Adam Mika, Philip Mika, Felix Mika Jr., and Manuel Yosko

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May 29, 2004

Sandra L. Albiar

KENEDY – Sandra L. Albiar, 33, of Kenedy, died Friday, May 28, 2004. She was born Dec. 21, 1970, in McAllen, to Pedro and Herlinda Delgado Landeros of Alamo. She was a correctional officer for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and a member of Community of Christ Church. Survivors: husband, Jaime Albiar; daughters, Andrea Albiar and Gabriela Albiar, both of Kenedy; sisters, Alma Vargas of San Juan and Patricia Chapa of Alamo; brothers, Roberto Landeros and Juan Landeros, both of Alamo, Ruben Landeros of McAllen, Jose Luis Landeros of Houston, Armando Landeros of Harlingen and Jamie Landeros of Weslaco Preceded in death by: sister, Margarita Trevino; brother, Pedro Landeros; and grandmother, Juanita Sanchez Delgado A prayer service will begin at 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 11 a.m. Sunday at the funeral home, with Armando Landeros officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: American Cancer Society.

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May 30, 2004

Sandra L. Albiar

KENEDY – Services for Sandra L. Albiar, 33, of Kenedy, who died Friday, will be 11 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, with Armando Landeros officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Fernando Albiar, Ynez Albiar Jr., Edward Albiar, Jamie Landeros, Armando Landeros and Ruben Landeros. Memorials: American Cancer Society.

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May 31, 2004

Hilda M. Hoffmann

KARNES CITY – Hilda Marie Hoffmann, 104, of Karnes City, died Sunday, May 30, 2004. She was born May 26, 1900, in Hobson, to the late Frank and Elizabeth Laake. She was a homemaker and member of St. Boniface Catholic Church and Altar Society Survivors: daughters, Leona Kostelnik of Falls City, Hattie Korzekwa of Denhawkin, and Theresa Boening of Karnes City; son, Alvin Hoffmann of Hobson; 21 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; and one great- great-grandchild Preceded in death by: husband, Benjamin Hoffmann; daughter, Edna Patton; three sisters; and three brothers A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at St. Boniface Catholic Church Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.

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June 1, 2004

Hilda M. Hoffmann

KARNES CITY – Services for Hilda Marie Hoffmann, 104, of Karnes City, who died Sunday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Boniface Catholic Church, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Pat Hoffmann, Quentin Kostelnik, Doug Patton, Dr. Cook Patton, Jimmy Korzekwa, Albert Korzekwa, Gabriel Korzekwa, and Joey Korzekwa

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June 3, 2004

Edward Kolodziej

KARNES CITY – Edward Kolodziej, 56, of Karnes City, died Wednesday, June 2, 2004. He was born March 11, 1948, in McCoy, to Mary Kolodziej of Falls City and the late Ben J. Kolodziej. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church Survivors: brother, Robert Kolodziej of Falls City; and sisters, Nellrose Guerrero of Hobson and Betty Pawelek of Falls City Preceded in death by: brother, Benjamin Kolodziej A rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Falls City, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating. Burial will be at Scared Heart Catholic Cemetery in Floresville Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Edward J. Janek

KARNES CITY – Edward Joe “Ed” Janek, 64, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, June 1, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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June 4, 2004

Edward J. Janek

KARNES CITY – Edward Joe “Ed” Janek, 64, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, June 1, 2004. He was born Oct. 9, 1939, in Wilson County, to Lillie Bench Janek of Karnes City and the late Eddie Janek. He was a graduate of Floresville High School and a member of the U.S. Army Reserve. He was a reserve police officer for the Karnes City Police Department and a member of the Karnes City Fire Department. He was past president of Town & Country Days and president of Hochheim Prairie Insurance Branch No. 23. He worked for City Parts and was a member of St Cornelius Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Lorene Janek; daughters, Sheila Moczygemba of Panna Maria and Sheri Kotora Jr. of Karnes City; sister, Mary Ann Fleming of Seguin; and four grandchildren A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533.

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Edward Kolodziej

KARNES CITY – Services for Edward Kolodziej, 56, of Karnes City, who died Wednesday, will be 10 a.m. today at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Falls City, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating. Burial will be at Scared Heart Catholic Cemetery in Floresville Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Jeffery Pawelek, Anthony Zunker, Bobby Mutz, Charlie Pawelek, Fabian Sturm, and Steven Swierc

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June 5, 2004

Edward J. Janek

KARNES CITY – Services for Edward Joe “Ed” Janek, 64, of Karnes City, who died Tuesday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Bobby Busselman, Jessie Jonas, Manuel Vosko, Tom Paulk, Clarence Moczygemba, and Mike Windmeyer June 10, 2004

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Juan Medina

RUNGE – Juan Medina, 52, of Runge, died Wednesday, June 9, 2004. He was born Aug. 18, 1951, in Runge, to the late Elberto and Gregoria Ramirez Medina. He was a member of the Runge Volunteer Fire Department and a night watchman for the City of Runge. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Modesta Medina; special companion, Dora Garza of Runge; daughter, Barbara Medina of Kenedy; sons, Juan Medina Jr., Julio Medina, and Jeremiah Medina, all of Victoria, and Noe Medina of Lubbock; sisters, Lupe Medina of Panna Maria and Mary Serna of Poth; brothers, Barney Medina of Kenedy and Lucio Medina of El Paso; and two grandchildren A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Friday at Janssen Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschel Bergin officiating Burial will be at Stockton Cemetery in Charco. Janssen Funeral Home, Yorktown, 830-239-4862. Memorials: donor’s choice

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June 11, 2004

Joe B. Liska

RUNGE – Joe B. Liska, 86, of Runge, died Wednesday, June 9, 2004. He was born Aug. 20, 1917, in Runge, to the late Joe Emil and Albina Novak Liska. He was a farmer and rancher and a retired veterans’ service officer, having worked 29 years for Karnes County. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during World War II and a member of St Anthony’s Catholic Church, VFW Post 9189 and the KJZT Society. Survivors: wife, Regina Zezula Liska; daughters, Patricia Eichman and Stephanie Tips, both of San Antonio, and Janet Lott of Runge; sons, Jeffrey Liska of San Antonio and Tommy Liska of Victoria; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren A rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge, the Revs. Paschal Bergin and Flannagan and Monsignor Lambert Bily officiating Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.

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Juan Medina

RUNGE – Juan Medina, 52, of Runge, died Wednesday, June 9, 2004. He was born Aug. 18, 1951, in Runge, to the late Elberto and Gregoria Ramirez Medina. He was a member of the Runge Volunteer Fire Department and a night watchman for the City of Runge. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Modesta Medina; special companion, Dora Garza of Runge; daughter, Barbara Medina of Kenedy; sons, Juan Medina Jr., Julio Medina and Jeremiah Medina, all of Victoria, and Noe Medina of Lubbock; sisters, Lupe Medina of Panna Maria and Mary Serna of Poth; brothers, Barney Medina of Kenedy and Lucio Medina of El Paso; and three grandchildren Preceded in death by: three brothers A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Janssen Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschel Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Stockton Cemetery in Charco. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862 Memorials: donor’s choice

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June 12, 2004

Juan Medina

RUNGE – Services for Juan Medina, 52, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschel Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Stockton Cemetery in Charco. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862 Memorials: donor’s choice Joe B. Liska

RUNGE – Services for Joe B. Liska, 86, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge, the Revs. Paschal Bergin and Flannagan and Monsignor Lambert Bily officiating. Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Danny Eichman, Dr. Michael Guirl, Thomas Liska, Jacky Lott, Jarrett Lott, and Glenn Tips

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June 22, 2004

Alvin G. Hons

HOBSON – Alvin G. Hons, 77, of Hobson, died Sunday, June 20, 2004. He was born Dec. 30, 1926, in Hobson, to the late Joseph F. and Pauline Ulrich Hons. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army, and was a farmer and rancher and the owner and operator of Hon’s Bulldozing Co. He was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Bernice Malik Hons; daughters, Ann Palermo of Hobson and Jeanie Sprencel of Falls City; sons, Carl Hons, Steven Hons, and Alvin Hons Jr., all of Hobson, George Hons of Floresville, Glenn Hons of Poth, and Roy Hons of Karnes City; brothers, Eddie Hons and Louis Hons, both of Hobson; 20 grandchildren; and seven great- grandchildren Preceded in death by: one granddaughter A rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Boniface Catholic Church Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, the Rev. Adam Karys officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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June 23, 2004

Alvin G. Hons

HOBSON – A rosary for Alvin G. Hons, 77, of Hobson, who died Sunday, will be recited 7:30 p.m. tonight at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at the church, the Rev. Adam Karys officiating Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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June 26, 2004

Arno W. Zamzow

KARNES CITY – Visitation for Arno W. Zamzow, 94, of Karnes City, who died Wednesday, will be 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Karnes City. Services will be 2 p.m. today at the church, the Rev. David Collins III officiating Burial will be at New Bremen Cemetery in Lenz. Lamprecht-Janssen Funeral Home, Yorktown, 361-564-2277 Pallbearers: Steven Mechler, Brian Smith, Randy Pakebusch, Chris Zamzow, Casey Zamzow, Bradley Zamzow and Tony Moreno Memorials: St. Paul Lutheran Church in Karnes City or donor’s choice.

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June 30, 2004

Eugene R. Tam

KENEDY – Eugene “Gene” R. Tam, 68, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, June 29, 2004. He was born Feb. 11, 1936, in Kenedy, to the late John and Helen Respondek Tam. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was a farmer and rancher and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: stepson, Michael Smith of Houston; sisters, Lorraine Maley and Valerie Kirsch, both of Kenedy; and brother, Daniel Tam of Kenedy Preceded in death by: wife, Cleasa Tam; and stepson, Paul Smith A rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533.

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July 1, 2004

Eugene R. Tam

KENEDY – Services for Eugene “Gene” R. Tam, 68, of Kenedy, who died Tuesday, will be 10 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Garry Krisch, Rick Krisch, Donald Krisch, David Krisch, Paul Maley, John Maley, Mark Maley, Mary Liska, Terry Tam and Patrick Tam.

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Guadalupe Serenil

KARNES CITY – Guadalupe Serenil, 95, of Karnes City, died Friday,

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July 2, 2004. She was born April 26, 1909, to the late Juan Longoria. She was a homemaker and member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church Survivors: sons, Ysidro Serenil Jr. of Victoria, Antonio Longoria of Ulyses, Kan., and Mac Serenil of Houston; stepson, Domingo Serenil of Karnes City; 14 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Ysidro Serenil Sr.; daughter, Aurora Cisneros; son, Dee Serenil; sister, Felia Morino; and brothers, Cruz Longoria, Masadonio Longoria, and Paulie Longoria A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Sunday at Rhodes Funeral Home Chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Monday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Hilda M. Pinkston

KARNES CITY – Hilda Marie Pinkston, 75, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, June 29, 2004. She was born Aug. 6, 1928, in Hobson, to the late Fritz and Anna Tiegel Knoll. She was a cook and a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Survivors: daughter, Melba Jean Hanes of Marion; sons, Edward Gully of New Braunfels, Mark Gully of Marble Falls, and Jerry Engelke of Abilene; sister, Elsie Martinez of Luling; brother, Gustav Knoll of San Antonio; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Erna Boelter and Gertrude Kinchen; and brother, Chet Knoll Graveside services will be 10 a.m. today at Karnes City Cemetery, the Rev. David Collins officiating. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Memorials: American Cancer Society or Battered Women Shelter.

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July 4, 2004

KARNES CITY – Guadalupe Serenil, 95, of Karnes City, died Friday, July 2, 2004. She was born April 26, 1909, in Cestohowa, to the late Juan and Nicolosa Vargas Longoria. She was a homemaker and member of St Cornelius Catholic Church Survivors: sons, Ysidro Serenil Jr. of Victoria, Antonio Longoria of Ulyses, Kan., and Mac Serenil of Houston; stepson, Domingo Serenil of Karnes City; 14 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Ysidro Serenil Sr.; daughter, Aurora Cisneros; son, Dee Serenil; sister, Felia Morino; and brothers, Cruz Longoria, Masadonio Longoria and Paulie Longoria A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Monday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Karnes City, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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July 6, 2004

Maximina Fonseca

RUNGE – Maximina Fonseca, 93, of San Marcos, died Monday, July 5, 2004. She was born June 8, 1911, in Seguin, to the late Edubegen and Adela Cordova Gallegos. She was a homemaker and Pentecostal Survivors: daughters, Frances Rios of Runge, Annie Ramirez of Victoria, Alicia Camacho of Staples, Juanita Garcia and Connie Ochoa, both of San Marcos; sons, Alfredo Fonseca of Olton, Elisandro Fonseca of Runge and Halario Fonseca of Kenedy; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Francisco Fonseca; daughter, Hilda Fonseca; sons, Nasario Fonseca and Alberto Fonseca; and sister, Rafelita Gallegos Visitation begins at 2 p.m. today at Janssen Funeral Home chapel A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Services will be 9 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Memorials: Sini Pentecostal Church in San Marcos.

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July 7, 2004

Maximina Fonseca

RUNGE – Services for Maximina Fonseca, 93, of San Marcos, who died Monday, will be 9 a.m. today at Janssen Funeral Home chapel. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Pallbearers: Danny Ramirez, David Ramirez, George Ramirez, Gary Ramirez, Larry Fonseca, and Francisco Fonseca Honorary pallbearers: Jacob Bustos Memorials: Sini Pentecostal Church in San Marcos July 9, 2004

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William T. Scarborough JR.

KENEDY – William Terry “Bill” Scarborough Jr., 79, of Kenedy, died Wednesday, July 7, 2004. He was born Oct. 18, 1924, in Kenedy, to the late William Terry Sr and Grace Pierce Scarborough. He was a Merchant Marine during World War II and served as a trustee for KISD for 12 years. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, and was a member of American Legion and a millennium member of the National Rifle Association. He was a television repairman Survivors: wife, Florence Scarborough; daughters, Elaine Scarborough of Beeville, Sheree Scarborough and Dorothy Scarborough Heffeman, both of Austin, Sandra Yanta of Karnes City, Marie Scarborough of Houston, and Shirley Eklund of San Antonio; sons, David Kaspryzk of Elgin and Clem Kaspryzk of Kenedy; sister, Mary Scarborough Sturken of San Antonio; 17 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: an infant son; and sister, Grace Scarborough Roberts Visitation will be 7-8 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Memorials: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church or Kenedy Cemetery Association

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July 10, 2004

William T. Scarborough JR.

KENEDY – William Terry “Bill” Scarborough Jr., 79, of Kenedy, died Wednesday, July 7, 2004. He was born Oct. 18, 1924, in Kenedy, to the late William Terry Sr and Grace Pierce Scarborough. He was a Merchant Marine during World War II and served as a trustee for KISD for 12 years. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, and was a member of American Legion and a millennium member of the National Rifle Association. He was a television repairman Survivors: wife, Florence Scarborough; daughters, Elaine Scarborough of Beeville, Sheree Scarborough and Dorothy Scarborough Heffeman, both of Austin, Sandra Yanta of Karnes City, Marie Scarborough of Houston, and Shirley Eklund of San Antonio; sons, David Kasprzyk of Elgin and Clem Kasprzyk of Kenedy; sister, Mary Scarborough Sturken of San Antonio; 17 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: an infant son; and sister, Grace Scarborough Roberts Visitation was 7-8 p.m. Friday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: David Person, Christopher Kasprzyk, Clinton Kasprzyk, Clayton Kasprzyk, Tate Kasper, and Benjamin Scarborough Baird Honorary pallbearers: Weston Yanta and Dylan Eklund Memorials: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church or Kenedy Cemetery Association

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July 23, 2004

Steve Kotzur

KARNES CITY – Steve Kotzur, 72, of Karnes City, died Wednesday, July 21, 2004. He was born Dec. 1, 1931, in Karnes County, to the late August Sr and Clara Biela Kotzur. He was a member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church Survivors: sister, Sophie Retzloff of Lenz Community Preceded in death by: sisters, Mary Guzman and Megland Kotzur; and brothers, Anton Kotzur, August Kotzur, Dan Kotzur, Eli Kotzur, and Jesse Kotzur A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Cestohowa Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home Chapel, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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July 24, 2004

Steve Kotzur

KARNES CITY – Services for Steve Kotzur, 72, of Karnes City, who died Wednesday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating.

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July 26, 2004

Theresa D. Bednorz

HOBSON – Theresa Dolores Bednorz, 74, of Hobson, died Saturday, July 24, 2004. She was born July 12, 1930, in Panna Maria, to the late Henry and Susie Lyssy Pieprzyca. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Altar Society in Panna Maria and the Panna Maria Historical Society Survivors: husband, Conrad Bednorz; daughter, Susie Lyssy of Falls City; sons, Johnny Bednorz of Katy, Jimmy Bednorz of San Antonio, Jerry Bednorz, Henry Bednorz, Keith Bednorz and Gary Bednorz, all of Hobson, and Glen Bednorz of Panna Maria; sisters, Eleanor Manka of Panna Maria, Lorraine Chandler of Hobson, Peggy Buehring of Karnes City, and Rosalie Walker of Kileen, Ala.; brother, Alvin Pieprzyca of Koscuisko; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild Preceded in death by: brothers, Lambert Pieprzyca and Emil Pieprzyca A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Tuesday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Panna Maria, the Rev. Wojciech Reisch officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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July 29, 2004

Amy J. Parsons

KENEDY – Amy Jane Parsons, of Kenedy, died Wednesday, July 28, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 July 30, 2004

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Amy J. Parsons

KENEDY – Amy Jane Parsons, 79, of Kenedy, died Wednesday, July 28, 2004 She was born Oct. 31, 1924, in San Antonio, to the late Clyde and Jessie Neal Austin. She attended Southwest Texas State Teachers College and Abilene Christian College. She owned and operated Blue Bonnet Motel and Gulf service station for 24 years. She was a lifetime member of the President’s Circle at Abilene Christian University and a member of First Baptist Church Survivors: husband, Preston Parsons of Kenedy; son, David Parsons of San Antonio; brother, Clyde Neal of Abilene; six grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren The family will receive visitors 6-8 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, David Parsons and the Revs. Homer Hanna and Tim Williams officiating Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533. Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home or Alpha Home, Inc

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July 31, 2004

Amy J. Parsons

KENEDY – Services for Amy Jane Parsons, 79, of Kenedy, who died Wednesday, will be 10 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, David Parsons and the Revs. Homer Hanna and Tim Williams officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Scott Parsons, Chris Parsons, Fred Parsons, Justin Rice, Bob Reagan, and H.W. Ponish Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home or Alpha Home Inc.

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August 3, 2004

Duane Crews

KENEDY – Duane Crews, 70, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Aug. 1, 2004. He was born Feb. 7, 1934, in Bee County, to Lenora Hoff Crews of Victoria and the late Jesse Crews. He graduated from Texas A&I, was an educator/teacher and farmer and rancher. He was also a member of the U.S. Army Reserves and Pawnee Baptist Church Survivors: daughters, Chiara Blaschke of Three Rivers, Phyllis Adams of Hebbronville, and Susan Morris of Normanna; sister, Iris Rodgers of Victoria; brother, Dr. Lance Crews of Temple; and five grandchildren Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee, the Rev. Sam Armstrong officiating. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: South Texas Children Home

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August 4, 2004

Duane Crews

KENEDY – Graveside services for Duane Crews, 70, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 11 a.m. today at Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee, the Rev Sam Armstrong officiating. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Ross Crews, Clayton Crews, Scott Rodgers, Lane Rodgers, Corey Blaschke, Eugene Vander Stucken, Tommy Hensley, and L.J. Lyne Honorary pallbearers: Brittney Adams, Mandy Morris, Colten Morris, and Brooke Moore Memorials: South Texas Children Home

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August 6, 2004

Rowena Rogers

KENEDY – Rowena Rogers, 91, of Kenedy, died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2004. She was born May 22, 1913, in Leakey, to the late William and Annie Delaney Reagan. She was a 1930 graduate of Kenedy High School, a telegraph operator for Western Union, a homemaker and a member of Choate Baptist Church Survivors: sons, Thomas D. Rogers, Reagan Rogers, and Billy L Rogers, all of Choate, and John R. Rogers of Karnes City; sisters, Gloma Jones of Sabinal, Nell Gillelande of Knippa, and Elizabeth Johnson of Austin; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, John Rogers; sister, Gladys Davenport; and brothers, J.D. Reagan Sr., Weldon Reagan, Cecil Reagan, and John Curtis Reagan The family will receive visitors 6-8 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, the Rev. Jay Fleming officiating. Burial will be at Choate Cemetery in Choate. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: Choate Baptist Church Cemetery Fund

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August 7, 2004

Rowena Rogers

KENEDY – Services for Rowena Rogers, 91, of Kenedy, who died Thursday, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home, the Rev. Jay Fleming officiating. Burial will be at Choate Cemetery in Choate. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: John R. Rogers Jr., Kirk Rogers, Bob Reagan, W.C Reagan, Gary Jones, Bruce Gilleland, Cal Huffmaster, and Eddie Huffmaster Honorary pallbearers: Weldon Gilleland, Shane Grayson, David James, Gale Ponish, Don Rogers, W.A. Rogers, and Mike Salinas Memorials: Choate Baptist Church Cemetery Fund

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August 8, 2004

Lela L. Fryday

KENEDY – Lela L. Fryday, 86, of Kenedy, died Saturday, Aug. 7, 2004. She was born June 13, 1918, in Canton, to the late Thomas and Fannie Fears Blagburn. She was a supervisor for Kenedy Public School and a member of First Baptist Church in Kenedy Survivors: daughter, Sammie Shield of Denton; son, Alvin Fryday of Corpus Christi; and eight grandchildren The family will receive friends 6-7:30 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, the Rev. Homer Hanna officiating Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Memorials: charity of choice

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Juan Ruiz

KARNES CITY – Juan Ruiz, 92, of Karnes City and formerly of Runge, died Saturday, Aug. 7, 2004. He was born Aug. 21, 1911, in Los Fresnos, to the late Nativadad and Paula Rivas Ruiz. He was a retired maintenance employee of Karnes County and a member of First Mexican Baptist Church Survivors: daughters, Esther Garza of Kenedy, Martha Reyes and Lidia Ruiz, both of Abilene, and Ramona Tagle of Seagraves; sons, Israel Ruiz of Meadow and Josue Ruiz of Seagraves; many grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: wife, Consuelo Ramirez Ruiz; daughters, Noemi Garza, Elida Ruiz, and Mary Torres; sons, David Ruiz, Ismael Ruiz, and Juan Ruiz Jr.; sisters, Irma Flores and Asencion Casanova; and brother, Eusebio Ruiz Visitation will begin 10 a.m. today at Janssen Funeral Home chapel in Runge A prayer service will be 7 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, the Rev Wilfredo Amaro officiating Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Memorials: First Mexican Baptist Church, Kenedy, TX

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August 9, 2004

Lela L. Fryday

KENEDY – Lela L. Fryday, 86, of Kenedy, died Saturday, Aug. 7, 2004. She was born June 13, 1918, in Canton, to the late Thomas and Fannie Fears Blagburn. She was a supervisor for Kenedy Public School and a member of First Baptist Church in Kenedy Survivors: daughter, Sammie Shield of Denton; son, Alvin Fryday of Corpus Christi; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and five great great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, A.G. Fryday The family received friends 6-7:30 p.m. Sunday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. today at the funeral home, the Rev. Homer Hanna officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Kirby Kelch, Jason Kelch, Starr Barbee, Rick Hendon, Domingo Villanueva, and Mark Jones Honorary pallbearers: Leland Kelch, Blake Kelch, Kacey Kelch, Cole Kelch, Brett Kelch, and Joshua Jones Memorials: charity of choice

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Juan Ruiz

KARNES CITY – Juan Ruiz, 92, of Karnes City and formerly of Runge, died Saturday, Aug. 7, 2004. He was born Aug. 21, 1911, in Los Fresnos, to the late Nativadad and Paula Rivas Ruiz. He was a retired maintenance employee of Karnes County and a member of First Mexican Baptist Church Survivors: daughters, Esther Garza of Kenedy, Martha Reyes and Lidia Ruiz, both of Abilene, and Ramona Tagle of Seagraves; sons, Israel Ruiz of Meadow and Josue Ruiz of Seagraves; many grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: wife, Consuelo Ramirez Ruiz; daughters, Noemi Garza, Elida Ruiz, and Mary Torres; sons, David Ruiz, Ismael Ruiz, and Juan Ruiz Jr.; sisters, Herminia Flores and Asencion Casanova; and brother, Eusebio Ruiz Visitation began 10 a.m. Sunday at Janssen Funeral Home chapel in Runge A prayer service was 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Services will be 10 a.m. today at the funeral home, the Rev Wilfredo Amaro officiating Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Pallbearers: Joe Garza, Michael Ruiz, Carlos Garza, Fernando Garza, Ismael Ruiz Jr., and Israel Ruiz Jr Memorials: First Mexican Baptist Church, Kenedy, TX

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August 10, 2004

Inez Mendoza Jr.

RUNGE – The Rev. Inez Mendoza Jr., 60, of Runge, died Sunday, Aug 8, 2004. He was born March 3, 1944, in Karnes City, to the late Inez Sr. and Geneva Valerio Mendoza. He was a retired trucker and a minister for Jerusalem Baptist Church Survivors: wife, Lorenzo Gonzales Mendoza; sons, Dr. Michael Mendoza and Mark Mendoza, both of Wharton, Matthew Mendoza of Runge, Maurice Mendoza of Tampa Bay, Fla., and Hubert Bazan of Kenedy; sister, Lydia Mendoza of Kenedy; brothers, Tomas Mendoza of Walla Walla, Wash., Raul Mendoza, and Roberto Mendoza of Brownfield; and five grandchildren A prayer service will be 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, Dr. Michael Mendoza officiating Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533.

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Ada B. Fuqua

KENEDY – Ada Belle Fuqua, 87, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Aug. 8, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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August 11, 2004

Inez Mendoza Jr.

RUNGE – Services for the Rev. Inez Mendoza Jr., 60, of Runge, who died Sunday, will be 10 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, Dr Michael Mendoza officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Sam DeLos Santos, Felix Zapata, Patrick Zapata. and Gregory Casarez

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Ada B. Fuqua

KENEDY – Ada Belle Fuqua, 87, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Aug. 8, 2004. She was born Sept. 22, 1916, in Runge, to the late Gus and Sarah Alice Ryan Warner. She was a homemaker and a member of First United Methodist Church Survivors: husband, Otis Fuqua; daughter, Norma Jean Chamrad of Beeville and Barbara June Prouse of Stockbridge, Ga.; son, Robert R Burns Jr. of San Antonio; stepson, John Fuqua of Cuero; sister, Joyce Marie Oetken of Runge; nine grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: first husband, Robert “Bobby” Burns; two sisters; and three brothers The family will receive visitors 7-8:30 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, the Rev Homer Hanna officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home, First Baptist Church, or charity of choice

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August 12, 2004

KARNES CITY – Bob Huddleston, 68, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, Aug 10, 2004. He was born Nov. 14, 1935, in Uvalde, to the late William Ace and Bertha Bell Huddleston. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the VFW and was a Baptist minister Survivors: wife, Connie Kirpatrick Huddleston; daughter, Terri Witte of Karnes City; son, Mike Huddleston of Karnes City; sisters, Nancy Dausing of Pflugerville, Billy Jean Goslin of Jourdanton, and Yvonne Nix of Sun City-Georgetown; four grandchildren; and three great- grandchildren Preceded in death by: brothers, James Alvin Huddleston, Leslie Darwin Huddleston, and William Ace Huddleston Jr Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. William P. Davenport officiating Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.

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Ada B. Fuqua

KENEDY – Services for Ada Belle Fuqua, 87, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 10 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev Homer Hanna officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Charles Porter, Morgan Porter, Jeff Huddleston, James Fuqua, Travis Huddleston, and Joshua M. Wood Honorary pallbearers: Staff and nurses at Bluebonnet Nursing Center Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home, First Baptist Church, or charity of choice

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August 13, 2004

Francisca Castillo

KARNES CITY – Francisca Castillo, 86, of Karnes City, died Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2004. She was born Oct. 4, 1917, in Yorktown, to the late Evaristo and Nicolasa DeLosSantos. She was a homemaker and a member of St Cornelius Catholic Church and Guadalupanas Survivors: daughters, Grace Rodriguez and Lupe Arenal, both of Victoria, and Gloria Villegas of Karnes City; sons, Arnulfo Castillo of Quitaque, Alex Castillo of San Antonio, Alvaro Castillo of LaPorte, and Amelio Castillo of Victoria; sister, Mary Garza of Abilene; 27 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Felix Castillo; one infant daughter; sisters, Lila Guardiola and Isabel Rodriguez; and brothers, Roberto DeLosSantos and Camilo DeLosSantos A rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m. tonight at St. Cornelius Catholic Church Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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August 16, 2004

Diana Castaneda

RUNGE – Diana Castaneda, 73, of Runge, died Sunday, Aug. 15, 2004. Services are pending at Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862

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Frances H. Loehmann

KARNES CITY – Frances H. Loehmann, 88, of Karnes City, died Saturday, Aug. 14, 2004. She was born Nov. 10, 1915, in Tynan to the late Emil Ernst and Matilda Torno Helm. She was an organist/pianist and a homemaker. She was a member of the Eastern Star and First Presbyterian Church Survivors: daughter, Anna Elouise Byrom of Devine; son, John W Vermillion of Victoria; three grandchildren; and eight great- grandchildren Preceded in death by: first husband, John W. Vermillion; second husband, Henry R. Loehmann; brothers, Edgar Helm, Leslie Helm, Alvin Helm, and three infant brothers Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Charles Gibbs officiating Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.

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August 17, 2004

Agnes E. Kowalik

KARNES CITY – Agnes E. Kowalik, 89, of Karnes City, died Saturday, Aug. 14, 2004. She was born Oct. 8, 1914, in San Antonio, to the late Louis V. and Phelomena Sczepanik Halamuda. She was a retired cafeteria worker for K.C.I.S.D., in business with her husband in San Antonio, Stockdale, and Nixon, and a homemaker. She was involved with the Karnes City Public Library and a member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church and Altar Society Survivors: daughters, Linda Moczygemba and Edna Pawelek, both of Karnes City, and Phyllis Rutkowski of Sugar Land; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Alois A. Kowalik; sisters, Josephine Mzyk and Rosie Radetsky; and brother, Claude Halamuda A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Falls City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Memorials: St. Cornelius Altar Society or Karnes City Public Library

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Diana Castaneda

RUNGE – Diana Castaneda, 73, of Runge, died Sunday, Aug. 15, 2004. She was born Jan. 14, 1931, in Runge, to the late Jose and Concepcion Rossett. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: husband, Vicente Castaneda; daughters, Rose Linda Funk of Syracuse, Utah and Nancy Perez of Runge; sons, Terry Castaneda of Goliad, Fernie Castaneda of San Antonio, Martin Castaneda of Kenedy, and Ernest Castaneda of Albuquerque, N.M.; sister, Linda Garza of Houston; brothers, Roosevelt Rossett of Lubbock and Robert Rossett of San Antonio; 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: brothers, Willie Rossett and Oscar Rossett A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Janssen Funeral home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Memorials: Bluebonnet Nursing Home

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August 18, 2004

Frances H. Loehmann

KARNES CITY – Services for Frances H. Loehmann, 88, of Karnes City, who died Saturday, will be 10 a.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Charles Gibbs officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Clay Byrom, Johnny Vermillion, Truett Byrom, and Travis Byrom Diana Castaneda

RUNGE – Services for Diana Castaneda, 73, of Runge, who died Sunday, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Pallbearers: Terry Castaneda, Fernie Castaneda, Martin Castaneda, Ernest Castaneda, Rose Linda Funk, and Nancy Perez Memorials: Bluebonnet Nursing Home

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Agnes E. Kowalik

KARNES CITY – Services for Agnes E. Kowalik, 89, of Karnes City, who died Saturday, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Falls City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Donnie Dziuk, Dale Moczygemba, Jeff Pawelek, Randy Pawelek, Tim Pawelek, and Casey Rutkowski Memorials: St. Cornelius Altar Society or Karnes City Public Library

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August 20, 2004

Robert Elizondo

RUNGE – Robert Elizondo, 74, of Runge, died Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2004. He was born Oct. 6, 1929, in Yorktown, to the late Jose and Wenceslada Ybarra Elizondo. He was a mechanic and a member of St Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: daughter, Rose Marie Sanchez of San Antonio; son, Robert Ray Elizondo of Kenedy; sisters, Elida Morales and Adela Hernandez, both of Kenedy, and Eva Hill of Houston; brother, Joe Elizondo of Houston; and two grandchildren Preceded in death by: wife, Edelmira Elizondo; son, Romeo Elizondo; and brother, Emerico Elizondo A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Janssen Funeral Home chapel Services will be 12:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at St. Ann’s Cemetery in Nordheim. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862 Memorials: donor’s choice

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August 21, 2004

Robert Elizondo

RUNGE – Services for Robert Elizondo, 74, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will be 12:30 p.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at St. Ann’s Cemetery in Nordheim. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862 Pallbearers: Roy Elizondo, Ruben Elizondo, Michael Elizondo, Gilbert Puente, Ricky Puente, and Jerald Rossett Memorials: donor’s choice

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August 24, 2004

Doris Reader

RUNGE – Services for Doris Reader, 83, of Runge, who died Saturday, Aug. 21, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, Dr Harold Sager and the Rev. R.C. Jeanes officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Jim Fox, Jim Natho, Tommy Natho, Milton Slaughter, Paul Bordovsky, Tobe Ricks, Kenneth Foster, and Marvin Schorre officiating Honorary pallbearers: members of Kenedy Rotary Club, Dalton Metting, Roy Freeman, Jon Moline, Floyd Lott, Mary Huffstutler, and Barbara Bily Memorials: Reader Scholarship Fund or Gohlke Scholarship Fund at Texas Lutheran University, or donor’s choice

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August 30, 2004

Willis R. Burrage

KENEDY – Willis Russell Burrage, 85, of Kenedy, died Sunday, August 29, 2004. He was born Dec. 21, 1918, in Kenedy, to the late Allen P. and Olive Benedict Burrage. He was retired from Alcoa, having worked for 22 years as a pipefitter/instrumentation worker. He was a 1937 graduate of Kenedy High and Baptist. He was president of the Kenedy Cemetery Association for 10 years and a member of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union 790 in Victoria. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Forces, serving as a staff sergeant with the 324th bomber squadron during World War II Survivors: wife, Bernice Louise Burrage; daughters, Lynn L. Garner of Many, La., and Ann E. Burrage of Kenedy; son, Curtis R. Burrage of Leesville; and three grandchildren Preceded in death by: sister, Olive E. Troy; and brother, George A Burrage. Graveside services will be 10 a.m. today at Kenedy Cemetery, the Rev. A.C. Newman officiating. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830- 780-3334 Memorials: Exclusive Home Health Care and Hospice of Beeville or Kenedy Cemetery Association.

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September 8, 2004

Maj. Gerald H. Sparks

RUNGE – Maj. Gerald Hugh Sparks, 81, of Runge, died Monday, Sept. 6, 2004. He was born April 16, 1923, in Anniston, Ala., to the late Thomas Elihugh and Ila Elaine Waters Sparks. He was a veteran of the U.S Air Force with 20 years of service and was a life member of Runge VFW Post 9189 and a sextant of the Runge City Cemetery. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Runge Survivors: wife, Meta M. Sparks; daughters, Frances Elaine Burnette of Sharpsburg, Ga., and Elizabeth Enoree of Round Rock; sister, Joyce Lee Wright of Corpus Christi; four grandchildren; and one great- grandchild Preceded in death by: first wife, Kittie Hook; sisters, Norma Delilah “Dee” Deal, Rose Elaine Higgs, and Ena Elizabeth Lay; and brother, Burt Monroe Sparks Visitation will begin 2 p.m. Thursday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, the Rev. William P. Davenport officiating. Burial will be at Runge City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Memorials: First Baptist Church of Runge or Runge VFW Post 9189

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September 9, 2004

Rogelio Rodriguez

RUNGE – Rogelio Rodriguez, 37, of Runge, died Friday, Aug. 20, 2004. He was born Dec. 12, 1966, in Yorktown, to Margarito Sr. and Adela Mendoza Rodriguez of Runge. He was a construction worker and a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: sons, Rogelio Rodriguez Jr. and Joseph Rodriguez, both of Lubbock; sisters, Alicia Rodriguez of San Antonio and Juanita Rodriguez of Runge; and brothers, Juan Vasquez of Houston, and Adolpho Rodriguez, Julian Rodriguez, Rudy Rodriguez, Santos Rodriguez, and Margartio Rodriguez Jr., all of Runge Visitation will begin 3 p.m. today at Janssen Funeral Home chapel A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at the funeral home Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev. Pascal Bergen officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Memorials: Masses to St. Anthony Catholic Church

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September 10, 2004

Albert F. Banduch

KARNES CITY – Albert Felix Banduch, 78, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2004. He was born April 13, 1926, in Panna Maria, to the late David and Rosie Dragon Banduch. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army, member of the VFW and Knights of Columbus, and district director of the Texas Soil and Water Conversation District He was a farmer and rancher and a former Karnes County commissioner Survivors: wife, Donata Moczygemba Banduch; daughters, Marilyn Conger of Missouri City, Carolyn Erickson of Sugar Land, and Debbie Gerik of Whitney; son, Leslie Banduch of Libertyville; sister, Eleanor Mayer of San Antonio; and 11 grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Theo Moravitz and Frances Banduch; and brothers, Aloys Banduch, Louis Banduch, Stanley Banduch, and T.J Banduch A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Rogelio Rodriguez

RUNGE – Services for Rogelio Rodriguez, 37, of Runge, who died Aug 20, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev Pascal Bergen officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Memorials: Masses to St. Anthony Catholic Church

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Maj. Gerald H. Sparks

RUNGE – Services for Maj. Gerald Hugh Sparks, 81, of Runge, who died Monday, will be 2 p.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev William P. Davenport officiating. Burial will be at Runge City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Jack Bruner, Harry Burnette, Billy Cody, James Deal, Charles C. Wright, and Curtis Reynolds Memorials: First Baptist Church of Runge or Runge VFW Post 9189

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September 11, 2004

Albert F. Banduch

KARNES CITY – Albert Felix Banduch, 78, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2004. He was born April 13, 1926, in Panna Maria, to the late David and Rosie Dragon Banduch. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army, member of the VFW and Knights of Columbus, and district director of the Texas Soil and Water Conversation District He was a farmer and rancher and a former Karnes County commissioner Survivors: wife, Donata Moczygemba Banduch; daughters, Marilyn Conger of Missouri City, Carolyn Ericson of Sugar Land, and Debbie Gerik of Whitney; son, Leslie Banduch of Libertyville, Ill.; sister, Eleanor Mayer of San Antonio; and 11 grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Theo Moravits, Julia Kolodziej, and Frances Banduch; and brothers, Aloys Banduch, Louis Banduch, Stanley Banduch, and T.J. Banduch A rosary was recited 7 p.m. Friday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Aaron Banduch, David Banduch, Eric Banduch, Larry Banduch, Cliff Conger, Kevin Conger, Curtis Moczygemba, and Michael Moczygemba

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September 12, 2004

Miguel Cano

KARNES CITY – Miguel Cano, 74, of Karnes City, died Saturday, Sept 11, 2004. He was born May 8, 1930, in Runge, to the late Margarito and Elena Jimenez Cano. He was a retired roughneck and a member of St Cornelius Catholic Church Survivors: daughter, Sylvia Gutierrez of Sweeney; sons, Frank Cano of Victoria and Michael Cano of Long Beach, Calif.; sister, Helen Rocha of Potwin, Kan.; brother, Frank Cano of Wharton; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: wife, Josephine Martinez Cano; sister, Margarita Esparza; and brothers, Jesus Cano, Joe Cano, Juan Cano, and Lupe Cano A rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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September 13, 2004

Miguel Cano

KARNES CITY – Services for Miguel Cano, 74, of Karnes City, who died Saturday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Gary Cano, Brian Cano, Jeremy Gutierrez, Joe Angel Gutierrez, Michael Kiddy, and Roger Hernandez

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September 14, 2004

Rosie A. Labus

HOBSON – Rosie Angela Labus, 78, of Hobson, died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004. She was born Oct. 2, 1925, in Koscuisko, to the late Stanik and Eugenia Wiatrek Korzekwa. She was a homemaker and a member of St Mary’s Catholic Church and Altar Society in Panna Maria Survivors: daughters, LeAnn Hosek of Poth and Darlene Labus of Runge; sisters, Theresa Pawlik and Florence Opiela, both of Panna Maria, and Agnes Sekula Gawlik of San Antonio; brother, Stanley Korzekwa of Koscuisko; and six grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, John V. Labus; and infant sister, Regina Korzekwa A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Panna Maria Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at the church, the Rev. Wojciech Reisch officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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September 15, 2004

Rosie A. Labus

HOBSON – Rosie Angela Labus, 78, of Hobson, died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004 She was born Oct. 2, 1925, in Kosciusko, to the late Stanik and Eugenia Wiatrek Korzekwa. She was a homemaker and a member of St Mary’s Catholic Church and Altar Society in Panna Maria. She was a member of the historical society and Lady of Fatima Prayer Group Survivors: daughters, LeAnn Hosek of Poth and Darlene Labus of Runge; sisters, Theresa Pawlik and Florence Opiela, both of Panna Maria, and Agnes Sekula Gawlik of San Antonio; brother, Stanley Korzekwa of Kosciusko; and six grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, John V. Labus; and infant sister, Regina Korzekwa A rosary was recited 7 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Panna Maria Services will be 10 a.m. today at the church, the Rev. Wojciech Reisch officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Jonathan Hosek, Justin Hosek, Jordan Hosek, LeRoy Pawelek, Adrian Opiela Jr., and Darren Korzekwa

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Lila F. Peters

KENEDY – Lila Faye Peters, 84, of Kenedy, died Monday, Sept. 13, 2004 She was born Nov. 6, 1919, in Diboll, to the late Joseph M. and Oma Belle White Freeman. She was a homemaker and a member of Madison Hills Baptist Church in San Antonio and First Baptist Church in Kenedy. Survivors: daughters, Janis Alder and JoAnn Coleman, both of San Antonio; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Joe H. Peters; and sisters, Pauline Guthrie and Robbie Goolsbee The family will receive visitors 6-7:30 p.m. tonight at Eckols funeral home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, Dr. Jim Perkins officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home, Madison Hills Baptist Church, or First Baptist Church

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September 16, 2004

Lila F. Peters

KENEDY – Services for Lila Faye Peters, 84, of Kenedy, who died Monday, will be 11 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, Dr. Jim Perkins officiating Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Jerry Coleman, Mike Alder, Steve Kaiser, Michael Aider, and Jeffery Coleman Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home, Madison Hills Baptist Church, or First Baptist Church

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Consuelo Reyes

RUNGE – Consuelo Reyes, 84, of Runge, died Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004. She was born Sept. 6, 1920, in Victoria, to the late Pedro and Concepcion Molina Salazar. She was a homemaker and a member of St Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: husband, Silbestre Reyes; daughters, Narcedalia Garza and Rosa Gutierrez, both of Runge, and Maria Nesa and Consuelo Zapata, both of Victoria; sons, Sylvester Reyes, Servando Reyes, and Leonides Reyes, all of Kenedy, Antonio Reyes of Runge, and Cresencio Reyes of LaVernia; 54 grandchildren; 85 great-grandchildren; and 17 great great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: infant Reyes; son, Leonires Reyes; and two grandchildren A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Janssen Funeral Home chapel Services will be noon Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Memorial: Parkinson Research of American Cancer Society

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September 17, 2004

Consuelo Reyes

RUNGE – Consuelo Reyes, 84, of Runge, died Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004. She was born Sept. 6, 1920, in Victoria, to the late Pedro and Concepcion Molina Salazar. She was a homemaker and a member of St Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: husband, Silbestre Reyes; daughters, Narcedalia Garza and Rosa Gutierrez, both of Runge, and Maria Mesa and Consuelo Zapata, both of Victoria; sons, Sylvester Reyes, Servando Reyes, and Leonides Reyes, all of Kenedy, Antonio Reyes of Runge, and Cresencio Reyes of LaVernia; 54 grandchildren; 85 great-grandchildren; and 17 great great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: infant Reyes; son, Leonires Reyes; and two grandchildren A rosary was recited 7 p.m. Thursday at Janssen Funeral Home chapel Services will be noon today at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Pallbearers: Sylvester Reyes, Antonio Reyes, Cresencio Reyes, Servando Reyes, Leonides Reyes, and Serapio Lopez Memorial: Parkinson Research or American Cancer Society

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September 20, 2004

Clarence C. Moczygemba

HOBSON – Clarence C. Moczygemba, 65, of Hobson, died Saturday, Sept 18, 2004. He was born March 4, 1939, in Arnold Community, to the late John S and Frances Mainka Moczygemba. He was employed by Robert’s Propane in Falls City and had served in the U.S. Air Force Survivors: wife, Carol Karpinski Moczygemba; sons, John Moczygemba of Karnes City and Tim Moczygemba of Hobson; sisters, Dorothy Brown of Oakland, Calif. and Valerie Urbanczyk of Panna Maria; brother, Elfren Moczygemba of Karnes City; five grandchildren; seven step- grandchildren; and two step great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: first wife, Bernita Moczygemba; and second wife, Nancy Moczygemba A rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Hobson, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Myrtie L. Markham

KENEDY – Martie Lesselle Markham, 84, of Kenedy and formerly of Devine, died Friday, Sept. 17, 2004. She was born Dec. 31, 1919, in Kenedy, to the late Othor and Lula Lewis Manlove. She was a paralegal for a law firm and a member of the First Baptist Church Survivors: son, Edwin M. Markham of Bedford; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Rev. Meeler Markham Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the First Baptist Church in Devine Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at the church, the Rev. Brad Graves officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home

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September 21, 2004

Clarence C. Moczygemba

HOBSON – A rosary for Clarence C. Moczygemba, 65, of Hobson, who died Saturday, will be recited 7:30 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Hobson, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Myrtie L. Markham

KENEDY – Visitation for Myrtie Lesselle Markham, 84, of Kenedy and formerly of Devine, who died Friday, will begin 10 a.m. today at the First Baptist Church in Devine. Services will be 2 p.m. today at the church, the Rev. Brad Graves officiating Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Clarence Bell, Jeff Markham, Josh Markham, Brad Graves, Randy Rodgers and Truett Hunt Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home

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September 22, 2004

Annie M. Smolik

KARNES CITY – Annie M. Smolik, 74, of Karnes City, died Monday, Sept. 20, 2004. She was born March 4, 1930, in Converse, to the late Frank and Ida Barton Andrisek. She was a homemaker and member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church and Altar Society Survivors: husband, George Smolik; daughters, Sandra Jendrusch of La Vernia, Georgia Martin of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Jackie Moore of Floresville; and five grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Rosalie Andrisek and Theresa Jasek; and brothers, Adolph “Red” Andrisek, Ewald Andrisek, Johnny Andrisek, and Martin Andrisek A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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September 23, 2004

Annie M. Smolik

KARNES CITY – Services for Annie M. Smolik, 74, of Karnes City, who died Monday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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September 26, 2004

Genovevo R. Zamora

KENEDY – Genovevo R. “Henry” Zamora, 77, of Kenedy, died Saturday, Sept. 25, 2004. He was born Jan. 3, 1927, in Kenedy, to the late Porfirio and Manuela Rivera Zamora. He was a veteran of World War II. He was also a retired manager of B&B Grocery in Kenedy and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Edelmira P. Zamora; sons, Joe David Zamora of Houston and Jimmy Zamora and Rudy Zamora, both of San Antonio; sister, Adela Salas of San Antonio; brother, Paul Loza of Pasadena; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: sisters, Oralia Leal, Josefa Cortez, and Isidra Garcia; and brothers, Tomas Diaz, Luis Zamora Sr., and Emilio Salas Jr A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauriclo Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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September 27, 2004

Genovevo R. Zamora

KENEDY – Services for Genovevo R. “Henry” Zamora, 77, of Kenedy, who died Saturday, will be 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauriclo Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: John Gutierrez, Joe David Zamora Jr., Mike Valdez, Randy Zamora, Roland Zamora, and Rudy Zamora Jr.

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October 1, 2004

Oland Brandt

RUNGE – Oland Brandt, 79, of Runge, died Thursday, Sept. 30, 2004. He was born Dec. 30, 1924, to the late Edward and Velma Ellsworth Brandt. He was a bulldozer operator and member of St. Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Helen Brandt; daughters, Carol Warren of Victoria and Karen Parker of Sugar Land; stepdaughters, Marilyn Bumpass of Houston and Susan Reynolds of Sugar Land; son, Steven Brandt of Missouri City; stepsons, Herbie McNinch of Houston and Clifford McNinch of Beeville; sisters, Ophelia Knowlton of Comfort, Evelyn Kubna of Seguin, and Leona Moor of San Antonio; brothers, Lester Brandt of Kerrville; 11 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: first wife, Lorine Brandt; daughter, Marsha Brandt; and sons, Charles Brandt and Craig Brandt A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Janssen Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862 Memorials: American Heart Association

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October 2, 2004

Ester Longoria

KENEDY – Ester Longoria, 59, of Kenedy, died Thursday, Sept. 30, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-580-2533

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Oland Brandt

RUNGE – Services for Oland Brandt, 79, of Runge, who died Thursday, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862 Memorials: American Heart Association

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Raymond Reymund

KENEDY – Raymond Reymund, 78, of Kenedy, died Friday, Oct. 1, 2004 Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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October 3, 2004

Ester Longoria

KENEDY – Ester longoria, 59, of Kenedy, died Thursday, Sept. 30, 2004. She was born July 11, 1945, in Nell, to the late Delores and Guadalupe Carreon Sanchez. She was a cashier for Wal-Mart and a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Pawnee Survivors: husband, Blas Longoria Jr.; son, George Longoria of Kenedy; sisters, Rita Ruiz of Three Rivers, Alicia Nunez of Zapata, and Bella DeLaGarza of Kenedy; and brother, Ernest Sanchez of San Antonio A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Rev Mauricio Lopez officiating Burial will be at De Ntra Sra De Guadalupe Cemetery in Pawnee Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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Raymond Regmund

KENEDY – Raymond Regmund, 78, of Kenedy, died Friday, Oct. 1, 2004. He was born June 21, 1926, in Corpus Christi, to the late John William and Frances Marek Regmund. He was a veteran of World War II and a rancher. He was a member of the American Legion and Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Wilma “Sis” Green Regmund; daughters, Rayanne Chesser of Kenedy and Raellen Mattingly of Diley; and brother, James Regmund of Llano Preceded in death by: sister, Margaret Graham; and brother, John W Regmund Jr The family will receive friends 6:30-7 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. today at the church. Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at the church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating Burial will be at Karnes County Memorial Park in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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October 4, 2004

Ester Longoria

KENEDY – Services for Ester longoria, 59, of Kenedy, who died Thursday, will be 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating Burial will be at De Ntra Sra De Guadalupe Cemetery in Pawnee Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: George Longoria, Clyde Sanchez, Michael Nunez, Larry DeLaGarza, Eddie Ruiz, Gilbert Ruiz, Albert Sanchez, and Robby Sanchez Honorary pallbearers: David Sanchez and Allen Nunez

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Raymond Regmund

KENEDY – Services for Raymond Regmund, 78, of Kenedy, who died Friday, will be 10 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Karnes County Memorial Park in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: nephews

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October 11, 2004

Delfino A. Carrion SR.

KENEDY – Delfino A. Carrion Sr., 83, of Kenedy, died Saturday, Oct 9, 2004 He was born Dec. 24, 1920, in Runge, to the late Santiago and Otilia Andreta Carrion. He was a custodian and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Purple Heart Association and member of the Kenedy VFW. Survivors: wife, Petra De La Paz Carrion; daughters, Linda Beaver and Betty Wishert, both of Karnes City, Elva Carrion of Kenedy and Lisa Baxter of San Antonio; sons, Delfino Carrion Jr. and Cosme Carrion, both of Kenedy, and George carrion of Beeville; sister, Cruz Reyna of Kenedy; brother, Ismael “Chico” Carrion Sr. of St. Hedwig; 21 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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October 12, 2004

Delfino A. Carrion SR.

KENEDY – Services for Delfino A. Carrion Sr., 83, of Kenedy, who died Saturday, will be 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Joe Luna III, Joshua Perez, Robby Alvear, Jude Beaver, Christopher Baxter, T.J. Baxter, Larkin Beaver, Blake Baxter

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October 14, 2004

Frank Dybowski

KENEDY – Frank Dybowski, 85, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2004 Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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October 15, 2004

Elisa Flores

KARNES CITY – Elisa Flores, 70, of Karnes City, died Thursday, Oct 14, 2004. She was born Sept. 2, 1934, in Pawnee, to the late Andres and Adela Sandoval Flores. She was a homemaker and member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Karnes City Survivors: daughters, Melissa De La Garza of Kenedy and Esmerelda Flores of Karnes City; sons, Allen Cordaway and Victor Flores, both of Karnes City; sister, Anita Martinez of Pawnee; 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild Preceded in death by: sisters, Margarita Cruz, Amelia Flores and Herlinda Martinez; and brothers, Bavaro Zavala and Fanfilo Zavala A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Karnes City, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Frank Dybowski

KENEDY – Frank Dybowski, 85, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2004. He was born July 28, 1919, in Nopal, to the late Chester Leon and Clara Jaeger Dybowski. He was the former owner of B&F Service Company, retiring in 1982, and a member of First Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during World War II. He served in the 36th division of Texas Headquarter Company, 142nd Infantry division, first battalion. He was awarded the Bronze Star, American Defense Medal, American Theater Medal, Victory Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Distinguished Unit Citation, four overseas stripes, EAME Theater ribbons with five Bronze and Silver Stars. Survivors: wife, Ruby Kirk Dybowski; daughters, Dee Ann Dybowski of San Diego and Debbie Risinger of San Antonio; son, Tom Dybowski of Houston; sister, Erleen Schwab of Dallas; and three grandchildren Preceded in death by: brothers, George Dybowski and Leon Dybowski The family will receive visitors 6:30-8 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, the Revs. Tim Williams and John Wheat officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home.

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October 16, 2004

Elisa Flores

KARNES CITY – Services for Elisa Flores, 70, of Karnes City, who died Thursday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Karnes City, the Rev Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Frank Dybowski

KENEDY – Services for Frank Dybowski, 85, of Kenedy, who died Tuesday, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Revs. Tim Williams and John Wheat officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: Shelby Dupnik, Gerry Spencer, David Pollase, Brad Yeater, Philip Stewart, Billy Pyle, Joe Foster Honorary pallbearers: Bobby Alexander, Malcolm Galley, Larry Kiesling, John W. Stewart Jr., Fritz Foster, Carlos Zuniga, H.A. Reid, Gary Pogne, Mike Kicks Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home

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October 17, 2004

Alma D. Cortez

KARNES CITY – Alma DeLaGarza Cortez, 83, of Karnes City, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2004. She was born May 20, 1921, in Gillette, to the late Cresencio Sr and Maria Melchor DeLaGarza. She was a homemaker and a member of The Word Fellowship in Kenedy Survivors: daughters, Argentina C. Villarreal and Leticia Alma Gustafson, both of Corpus Christi, and Mary Sandra Sims of Birmingham, Ala.; son, Victor Cortez Jr. of Karnes City; sisters, Noemi Mendoza of Houston, Olga Pina of San Antonio, Maria DeLaGarza of Alice, and Elmera Capetillo of Harlingen; brothers, Hector David DeLaGarza and Crescencio DeLaGarza Jr., both of Corpus Christi, and Valdemar DeLaGarza of San Antonio; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild Preceded in death by: husband, Victor Cortez Sr.; and brothers, Ruben DeLaGarza and Romeo DeLaGarza The family will receive visitors 5-8 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Graveside services will be 9 a.m. Monday at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy, the Rev. Walter Hill III officiating. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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October 18, 2004

KARNES CITY – Graveside services for Alma De La Garza Cortez, 83, of Karnes City, who died Saturday, will be 9 a.m. today at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy, the Rev Walter Hill III officiating. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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October 20, 2004

Carter Snooks

KENEDY – Carter Snooks, 93, of Kenedy, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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Ignacio G. Farias SR.

KENEDY – Ignacio G. Farias Sr., 84, of Kenedy, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2004 He was born Feb. 1, 1920, in Houston, to the late Esmergildo and Placida Farias. He was a laborer and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Sista De La Rosa Farias; daughters, Genva “Veva” Sanchez of Bryan, Lydia Torres of Dallas, and Dominga Benavides, Placida Farias, Beatrice Cantu, Tonia Cruz, and Martha Jansky, all of Kenedy; sons, Esmergildo “Mede” Farias, Joey Salas, and Juan Sanchez, all of Kenedy; sisters, Natalia Mejia, Maria Garza, and Manuela Farias, all of Kenedy; brother, Frank Farias of Illinois; 35 grandchildren; 80 great-grandchildren; and 25 great- great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: son, Ignacio Farias Jr.; and brothers, Jose Farias, Juan Farias, and Marcelino Farias A rosary will be recited 7:30 tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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Brenda Moczygemba

KENEDY – Brenda Moczygemba, 45, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2004 Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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October 21, 2004

Ignacio G. Farias SR.

KENEDY – Services for Ignacio G. Farias Sr., 84, of Kenedy, who died Monday, will be 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Enrique Carrasco Jr., Ignacio R. Farias, Ignacio Salas Anthony Cruz, Juan Sanchez and Baldomero Salinas Jr Honorary pallbearers: Jason Salas

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Francisca T. Aranda

RUNGE – Francisca T. Aranda, 99, of Runge, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004. She was born Dec. 3, 1904, in Runge, to the late Guadalupe and Nazaria Trevino Aranda. She was a housekeeper and member of St Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews Preceded in death by: sisters, Lupe Villarreal, Martina Flores, Petra Alvarez, Juanita Canales and Candida Cavazos; and brothers, Nicholas Aranda and Ignacio Aranda Visitation begins at 2 p.m. today at Janssen Funeral Home chapel A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Memorials: Masses.

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Brenda Moczygemba

KENEDY – Brenda Moczygemba, 45, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2004 She was born Aug. 7, 1959, in Kenedy, to Anna Kopplin Nesloney of Kenedy and the late Herbert Nesloney Sr. She was a junior high counselor for Karnes City ISD and member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church Survivors: husband, Tommy Moczygemba; sons, Billy Bob Moczygemba and Cody Moczygemba, both of Kenedy; sister, Beverly Schauer of Beeville; and brother, Bert Nesloney of Mason Preceded in death by: brother, Bruce Nesloney. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Friday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Panna Maria Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, the Rev. Wojciech Reisch officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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October 22, 2004

Carter Snooks – KENEDY

KENEDY – Carter Snooks, 93, of Kenedy, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2004. He was born July 2, 1911, in San Antonio, to the late Thomas William and Permelia Abbey Snooks. He was a publisher and member of First Baptist Church in Kenedy Survivors: daughters, Marjorie Peake of Lucas, Barbara Kretzschmar of Ovida, Fla., and Bettye Klein of North Myrtle Beach, S.C.; sons, Karl Snooks of Stuttgart, Germany, and Bill Snooks of Knippa; 15 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: wife, Constance Snooks. Services will be 10 a.m. today at First Baptist Church, the Rev John Wheat officiating Burial will be at 2 p.m. today at Mission Burial Park South Cemetery in San Antonio. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Joe Olle, Tom Wilkenson, Wade Phelps, Randy Witte, A.C Alonzo and Truett Hunt. Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home or First Baptist Church

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Frances Caballero

KENEDY – Frances Caballero, 81, of Kenedy, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004. She was born Dec. 23, 1922, in Green, to the late Adolfo and Gertrudis Valdez Rodriguez. She was a cafeteria worker for Kenedy ISD and a home health provider. She was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: sisters, Connie Martinez and Olga Torres, both of Kenedy, Bertha Jaure of Beeville and Guadalupe Figueroa of Taft; and brother, Richard Rodriguez of Kenedy Preceded in death by: husband Anselmo Caballero; and brothers, Carlos Rodriguez, Rudolfo Rodriguez and Gilbert Rodriguez A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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Brenda Moczygemba

KENEDY – Brenda Moczygemba, 45, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2004

She was born Aug. 7, 1959, in Kenedy, to Anna Kopplin Nesloney of Kenedy and the late Herbert Nesloney Sr. She was a junior high counselor for Karnes City ISD and member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church Survivors: husband, Tommy Moczygemba; sons, Billy Bob Moczygemba and Cody Moczygemba, both of Kenedy; sister, Beverly Schauer of Beeville; and brother, Bert Nesloney of Mason A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Panna Maria Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, the Rev. Wojciech Reisch officiating Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Benefit for Moczygemba boys, c/o Karnes County National Bank, P.O. Box 98, Karnes City, Texas 78118

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Francisca T. Aranda

RUNGE – Services for Francisca T. Aranda, 99, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Pallbearers: Fidencio Aranda, Raul Aranda, Julian Chadis, Alfredo Aranda, Alonzo Esparza and Chris Aranda Honorary pallbearers: Richard Canales, Rodolfo Canales Jr. and Carlos Canales Memorials: Masses.

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October 23, 2004

Frances Caballero

KENEDY – Services for Frances Caballero, 81, of Kenedy, who died Wednesday, will be 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Carlos Rodriguez, Rene Rodriguez, Rachel Rodriguez, Helen De La Rosa, Margie Garcia, Adolfo Rodriguez, Rita Alvarado and Felix Figueroa

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Brenda Moczygemba

KENEDY – Services for Brenda Moczygemba, 45, of Kenedy, who died Tuesday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Panna Maria, the Rev. Wojciech Reisch officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: Benefit for Moczygemba boys, c/o Karnes County National Bank, P.O. Box 98, Karnes City, Texas 78118 Pallbearers: Warren Kopplin, Rocky Kopplin, Randy Kopplin, Bunky Kopplin, Buddy Kopplin, Butch Kopplin, Jimmy Krouse, Buster Krouse, Gary Wagner Honorary pallbearers: nephews

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October 24, 2004

Theresa M. Manka PANNA MARIA – Theresa M. Manka, 78, of Panna Maria, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004. She was born in Cestohowa, to the late Frank and Julia Moczygemba She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Panna Maria and the Altar Society Survivors: daughter, Betsy Sansom of Austin; sons, Allan Manka of San Antonio and Hank Manka of Fair Oaks Ranch; brother, Lucian Moczygemba of Cestohowa; and five grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Tony Manka; sisters, Sally Wiatrek and Irene Moczygemba; and Msgr. Henry Moczygemba A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Monday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Panna Maria. Services will be 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the church, the Rev. Wojeiech Reisch officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Rhonda L. Osborne

KARNES CITY – Rhonda Lynn Osborne, 33, of Karnes City, died Thursday, Oct. 21, 2004. She was born Aug. 17, 1971, in Columbus, Ga., to Thomas L. Jr. and Meredith Spikes Dworaczyk of Karnes City. She was an administrative segregation employee at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Karnes City Survivors: daughter, Brooklyn Elizabeth Osborne of Karnes City; and brother, Stephen Mark Dworaczyk of Victoria Preceded in death by: grandmothers, Cora Elizabeth Dworaczyk and Verma Spikes; and grandfathers, Thomas Dworaczyk Sr. and Isaac Spikes The family will receive visitors 6-8 p.m. Monday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church in Karnes City, the Rev. Jay Fleming officiating. Burial will be at Fashing Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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October 25, 2004

Rhonda L. Osborne

KARNES CITY – The family of Rhonda Lynn Osborne, 33, of Karnes City, who died Thursday, will receive visitors 6-8 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church in Karnes City, the Rev. Jay Fleming officiating Burial will be at Fashing Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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Theresa M. Manka PANNA MARIA – A rosary for Theresa M. Manka, 78, of Panna Maria, who died Saturday, will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at Immaculate Conception Church in Panna Maria. Services will be 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the church, the Rev. Wojeiech Reisch officiating Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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October 29, 2004

Frances M. Pargmann – RUNGE

RUNGE – Mrs. Frances M. Pargmann, age 92, of Runge, Texas died Wednesday, October 27, 2004 in Runge, Texas. She was born to the late Robert Emil and Louise Bues Sucher of March 07, 1912 in Nordheim, Texas. She was married to Alfred O. Pargmann of Runge for 70 years last year on November 22, 2003. They were married in Karnes City, Texas. They lived near Runge all of their lives. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Runge, Texas and a member of W.E.L.C.A. She is survived by her husband, Alfred O. Pargmann of Runge; her daughters and sons-in-law: Alfreda and Richard Gisler of Runge, Margie and Darryl Dominguez of Harker Heights, Texas, Wilma and Robert “Bob” Ferry of Mission Valley, Texas; sons and daughters-in- law, Gilbert and Mary Pargmann of Nordheim, Texas, Robert and Virginia Pargmann of Georgetown, Texas, Gerald and Lee Pargmann of Mathis, Texas; sisters, Irma Pohl of San Francisco, CA, Hertha Forsyth of Yorktown, Ellie Schendel of Goliad; brother, Gus Sucher of Victoria, Texas; 21 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and 5 great- great-grandchildren She was preceded in death by a sister, Minnie Sievers; brothers, Herbert Sucher, Arthur Sucher and Emil Sucher. Visitation begins Friday at 10:30 a.m. at Janssen Funeral Home, 204 N. Mugge in Runge. Family visitation is Friday, 5-7 p.m. at Janssen Funeral Home Then visitation resumes Saturday 8:00 a.m. at Lamprecht-Janssen Funeral Home, 212 E. Main Street, Yorktown Funeral service: Saturday 2:00 p.m. at Lamprecht-Janssen Funeral Home with Rev. J.R. Westerfield officiating with burial in Nordheim Cemetery. Pallbearers are Royce Pargmann, Roger Pargmann, Darrell Pargmann, Allen Pargmann, Clint Pargmann, Darren Dominguez, Wade Cagle & Richard Gisler, Jr. Honorary pallbearers are the granddaughters Memorials: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Runge

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October 30, 2004

Frances M. Pargmann

RUNGE – Visitation for Frances M. Pargmann, 92, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will begin at 8 a.m. today at Lamprecht-Janssen Funeral Home chapel in Yorktown. Services will be 2 p.m. today at the funeral home, the Rev. J.R Westerfield officiating Burial will be at Nordheim Cemetery. Lamprecht-Janssen Funeral Home, Yorktown, 361-564-2277 Pallbearers: Royce Pargmann, Allen Pargmann, Roger Pargmann, Clint Pargmann, Darrell Pargmann, Darren Dominguez, Wade Cagle and Richard Gisler Jr Honorary pallbearers: granddaughters Memorials: St. Paul Lutheran Church in Runge.

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Frances M. Pargmann

RUNGE – Visitation for Frances M. Pargmann, 92, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will begin at 8 a.m. today at Lamprecht-Janssen Funeral Home chapel in Yorktown. Services will be 2 p.m. today at the funeral home, the Rev. J.R Westerfield officiating Burial will be at Nordheim Cemetery. Lamprecht-Janssen Funeral Home, Yorktown, 361-564-2277 Pallbearers: Royce Pargmann, Allen Pargmann, Roger Pargmann, Clint Pargmann, Darrell Pargmann, Darren Dominguez, Wade Cagle and Richard Gisler Jr Honorary pallbearers: granddaughters Memorials: St. Paul Lutheran Church in Runge.

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November 6, 2004

Elida E. Morales

KENEDY – Elida E. Morales, 84, of Kenedy, died Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy

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November 7, 2004

Elida E. Morales

KENEDY – Elida E. Morales, 84, of Kenedy, died Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004. She was born Nov. 5, 1919, in Yorktown, to the late Joe Sr. and Wensalda Ybarra Elizondo. She was a nurses aide for 20 years at John Paul II Nursing Home, a homemaker, and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: daughters, Betty Martinez of Silsbee, Lydia Rossett Strahan of Yorktown, and Emma Morales of Kenedy; sons, Jimmie C Morales Jr. of Karnes City, and Albert Morales of Kenedy; sisters, Adela Hernandez of Kenedy, and Eva Hill of Houston; brother, Joe Elizondo Jr. of Hockley; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Jimmie C. Morales Sr.; brothers, Robert Elizondo and Emerico Elizondo A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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November 8, 2004

Rev. Pablo Rodriguez

KARNES CITY – Rev. Pablo Rodriguez, 59, of Karnes City, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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Elida E. Morales

KENEDY – Services for Elida E. Morales, 84, of Kenedy, who died Thursday, will be 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Jerald Rossett, Brandon Vasquez, Ben Hernandez Jr., Alfred Hernandez, Johnny Joe Elizondo and Tom McCright Honorary pallbearers: Ruben Elizondo, Paul Yanta, Roy Elizondo and Everett Clyne

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Doris M. Choate – KENEDY

KENEDY – Doris Mae Choate, 79, of Kenedy, died Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004 She was born July 1, 1925, in San Antonio, to the late James O. and Lela Elizabeth Colbath Jones. She was a Counselor and Administrator for Bee County College Survivors: sons, James R. Choate of Kenedy and Jeff Roeder of Austin; sister, Ida Belle Roberts of San Antonio; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Brady E. Choate; son, Robert Marichalar The family will receive visitors 5-7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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Teresa M. Martinez – RUNGE

RUNGE – A rosary for Teresa M. Martinez, 95, of Runge, will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in Runge. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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November 9, 2004

Teresa M. Martinez – RUNGE

RUNGE – Teresa M. Martinez, 95, of Runge, died Friday, Nov. 5, 2004. She was born Oct. 15, 1909, in Charco, to the late Antonio and Patricia Moreno. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Runge Survivors: daughters, Dominga Rodriguez and Ysabelle Herrera, both of Chicago, Josephine Tamez of Clewiston, Fla., and Ofelia Carmona and Elida Lopez, both of San Antonio; sons, Eluterio Martinez, Pedro Martinez, and Florentino Martinez, all of Runge; sisters, Francisca Villanueva of Nordheim and Antonia Galvan of Bryan; 25 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Pablo Martinez; infant daughter, Lupita Martinez; infant son, Eduvijes Martinez; sisters, Esposoria Gonzales and Petra Vasquez; and brothers, Martin Moreno, Pablo Moreno, Perfecto Moreno, and Sabas Moreno A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-334

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Flora Eschenburg – KENEDY

KENEDY – Flora Eschenburg, 92, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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Rev. Pablo Rodriguez

KARNES CITY – The Rev. Pablo Rodriguez, 59, of Karnes City, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004. He was born March 21, 1945, in Kenedy, to Pomposa Lopez Rodriguez of Victoria and the late Pedro Rodriguez Sr. He was retired from the construction industry and was a minister for Jerusalem Baptist Church in Runge Survivors: wife, Petra Cruz Rodriguez; daughters, Alice Rodriguez and Freedom Gutierrez, both of Karnes City, Anita Rodriguez of Brenham, Pomposa Rodriguez of Kenedy, Simona Rodriguez of Minnesota, Alexandria Rodriguez of Colorado, and Mary Coates, Frances Coates, and Linda Barksdale, all of North Carolina; sons, Pablo Rodriguez Jr of Karnes City, Edward Rodriguez of Shiner, and Daniel Rodriguez of Victoria; sisters, Mary Burkhart of San Antonio and Cynthia Rodriguez of Victoria; brothers, Lucio L. Rodriguez and Pedro Rodriguez Jr., both of Victoria, and Jesse Rodriguez, Alex Rodriguez, and Johnny Rodriguez, all of Kenedy; and 23 grandchildren Preceded in death by: brother, Edward Rodriguez; and grandparents, Delores Lopez, Cecilio Lopez, and Augustino Rodriguez A prayer service will be 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, Dr. Michael Mendoza and the Rev. Harvey Snell officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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William T. Marley – KARNES CITY

KARNES CITY – William Thomas Marley, 90, of Karnes City, died Monday, Nov. 8, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Doris M. Choate – KENEDY

KENEDY – Doris Mae Choate, 79, of Kenedy, died Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004 She was born July 1, 1925, in San Antonio, to the late James O. and Lela Elizabeth Colbath Jones. She was a counselor and administrator for Bee County College Survivors: sons, James R. Choate of Kenedy, Jeff Roeder of Austin, and Robert Marichalar of San Antonio; sister, Ida Belle Roberts of San Antonio; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Brady E. Choate The family received visitors 5-7 p.m. Monday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Graveside services will be 2 p.m. today at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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November 10, 2004

Teresa M. Martinez – RUNGE

RUNGE – Services for Teresa M. Martinez, 95, of Runge, who died Friday, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Rev Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Latin Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-334 Pallbearers: Mark Davis, Joe Ochoa, Faustino Lopez III, Enrique Martinez, Rene Martinez, Perfecto Moreno Jr

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Flora Eschenburg – KENEDY

KENEDY – Flora Eschenburg, 91, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004. She was born Dec. 13, 1912, in Wesson, Miss., to the late Samuel and Victoria Seal Crawford. She was a clerk and a member of the Pink Ladies of Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital. She was the worship director at Larkwood Nursing Home and a member of First United Methodist Church Survivors: daughter, Gayle Evertson of Austin; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Kermit “Pete” Eschenburg; seven sisters; and three brothers Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, the Revs Walter Hill III and Ken Houston officiating. Burial will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Shiner Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: American Cancer Society or donor’s choice

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Rev. Pablo Rodriguez

KARNES CITY – Services for the Rev. Pablo Rodriguez, 59, of Karnes City, who died Sunday, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, Dr. Michael Mendoza and the Rev. Harvey Snell officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Edward “Cuche” Rodriguez, Johnny Rodriguez, Michael Rosales Jr., Mark Rosales, Paul Anthony Rodriguez, Julius Adams Medina, Jesse Rodriguez Jr., Pete Rodriguez Jr

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November 11, 2004

Flora Eschenburg – KENEDY

KENEDY – Services for Flora Eschenburg, 91, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 11 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home, the Revs Walter Hill III and Ken Houston officiating. Burial will be 2 p.m. today at Shiner Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Larry Kiesling, Walter Busby, James Johnson, and Franklin Knocke Memorials: American Cancer Society or donor’s choice

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William T. Marley

KARNES CITY – William Thomas Marley, 90, of Karnes City, died Monday, Nov. 8, 2004. He was born Oct. 23, 1914, in Atisa Wells, to the late William and Margaret Hardcastle Marley. He was a retired conductor/brakeman from Missouri Pacific Railroad and a member of the First Baptist Church He was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 283, and the Untied Train Union Survivors: wife, Wanda Fore Marley; daughters, Mary Evelyn Howard of San Antonio, and Dee Reynolds of Denison; stepdaughter, Susan Kay Dragon of Panna Marial; stepsons, Lloyd Clifford Gibson of Gillette, and George Walter Gibson of Yorktown; sisters, Anna Katherine Dean of Pleasanton, El Nora Franklin of Flowerton, Fayrene Ulbrick of Rockport, and Mayme Lavedia of Mission; brother, C.W. Marley of Flowerton; 12 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren Precedeed in death by: daughters, Laura Ann Gerron and Margaret Eva Marley; son, William Thomas Marley Jr.; sisters, Elizabeth Avant, and Henrietta Weatherford; brothers, Louis Marley, Cecil Marley and Jessie Marley Family will receive visitors 5-7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, Rev. Jay Fleming officiating. Memorials: Hospice of South Texas

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November 12, 2004

William T. Marley

KARNES CITY – William Thomas Marley, 90, of Karnes City, died Monday, Nov. 8, 2004. He was born Oct. 23, 1914, in Artisa Wells, to the late William and Margaret Hardcastle Marley. He was a retired conductor/brakeman from Missouri Pacific Railroad and a member of the First Baptist Church He was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 283 and the Untied Train Union Survivors: wife, Wanda Fore Marley; daughters, Mary Evelyn Howard of San Antonio, and Dee Reynolds of Denison; stepdaughter, Susan Kay Dragon of Panna Maria; stepsons, Lloyd Clifford Gibson of Gillette, and George Walter Gibson of Yorktown; sisters, Anna Katherine Dean of Pleasanton, El Nora Franklin of Flowerton, Fayrene Ulbrick of Rockport, and Mayme Lavedia of Mission; brother, C.W. Marley of Flowerton; 12 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: daughters, Laura Ann Gerron and Margaret Eva Marley; son, William Thomas Marley Jr.; sisters, Elizabeth Avant, and Henrietta Weatherford; brothers, Louis Marley, Cecil Marley and Jessie Marley The family received visitors 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. today at the funeral home, the Rev. Jay Fleming officiating. Memorials: Hospice of South Texas

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November 13, 2004

Lucinda A. Aranda – RUNGE

RUNGE – Lucinda Alvarez Aranda, 95, of Runge, died Friday, Nov. 12, 2004 She was born June 2, 1909, in Runge. She was a homemaker and member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and its Altar and Rosary Societies. Survivors: daughters, Magdalena Esparza, Margarita Chadis and Petra Garcia, all of Runge, and Beatrice Bellows of Houston; son, Alfredo Aranda of Houston; 15 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Ignacio Aranda; son, Alberto Aranda; sisters, Julia Vargas and Cecelia Alvarez; brothers, Catarino Alvarez Jr. and Andres Alvarez; and one grandchild Visitation begins at 1 p.m. today at Janssen Funeral Home chapel A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Sunday at St. Anthony Catholic Church Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Memorials: St. Anthony Catholic Church.

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November 14, 2004

Lucinda A. Aranda – RUNGE

RUNGE – Services for Lucinda Alvarez Aranda, 95, of Runge, who died Friday, will be at 11:30 a.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862 Pallbearers: Julian Chadis, Pablo Chadis, Mike Garcia, Alfonso Garcia, Lee Bellows, and Daniel Esparza Memorials: St. Anthony Catholic Church

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Ray Ousley – KARNES CITY

KARNES CITY – Ray Ousley, 75, of Karnes City, died Friday, Nov. 12, 2004 Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Inc., Kenedy, 830-583- 2533

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November 16, 2004

Ray Ousley

KARNES CITY – Ray Ousley, 75, of Karnes City, died Friday, Nov. 12, 2004 He was born Jan. 20, 1929, in Newburg, Mo., to the late Crawford and Ruth Hudgins Ousley. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was a former member of the Karnes City Fire Department and a youth baseball coach. He was an electrical supervisor for Chase Field and a member of the Church of Christ Survivors: wife, Betty Ousley; daughters, Donna Sue Mieszkowski of Las Vegas and Judy Kay Ousley of Austin; stepdaughters, Debra Dial of Ore City and Dianne P. Matthews of Sanger; son, Billy Ray Ousley of Goliad; stepsons, Douglas J. Hunger of San Antonio and Don Hunger of Sherman; sister, Reba Cardonna of St. Louis; brother, Roy Ousley of Longview; 13 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild Services will be 6-8 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, Robert Bridge officiating Burial will be 2:15 p.m. Wednesday at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Memorials: Karnes City Fire Department.

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November 17, 2004

Ray Ousley

KARNES CITY – Burial for Ray Ousley, 75, of Karnes City, who died Friday, will be 2:15 p.m. today at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Honorary pallbearers: Clifford Dial, Brandon Dabbs, Robert Atwater Jr., Brian Atwater, Brian Chavarria, Dane Jaskina, Jim Ousley Memorials: Karnes City Fire Department

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November 21, 2004

Nellie Schulle – KENEDY

KENEDY – Nellie Schulle, 81, of Kenedy, died Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004. She was born Oct. 17, 1923, in San Marcos, to the late George and Thelma Dobie Garner. She was the owner of “MC” in Zunkerville, and a member of Elim Lutheran Church Survivors: husband, M.C.Schulle; stepmother, Exie Lancaster Garner; daughters, Glyn Nell Franklin of El Paso, Mayme Awbrey of Conroe, and Karen Farley of Franklin, Mass.; son, Floyd Harris of Houston; sister, Vera Bullock of Anderson; brothers, Jerry Garner of Baytown, and Billy Jack Garner of Charleston, W.Va.; ten grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren Family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, the Rev. Beth Ann Doerring officiating Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Inc., Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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November 24, 2004

Nelta J. Roberts – KENEDY

KENEDY – Nelta Joice Roberts, 74, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2004 She was born Aug. 13, 1930, in Kenedy, to the late Emery and Annie Culpepper Ferguson. She was a 1949 graduate of Pettus High School She was a florist and a member of First Christian Church in Pettus Survivors: daughter, Rynda Clark of Kenedy Preceded in death by: husband, Paul Roberts A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2004, at First Christian Church, the Rev. Michael Mantooth officiating Burial will be at Glenwood Cemetery in Beeville. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: First Christian Church, Box 133, Pettus, Texas 78148

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November 25, 2004

W.C. Reader – RUNGE

RUNGE – W.C. “Bill” Reader, 85, of Runge, died Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Inc., Kenedy, 830-583- 2533

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November 26, 2004

Mary L. Luna – KENEDY

KENEDY – Mary Leal Luna, 68, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2004. She was born March 25, 1936, in Green, to the late Joe Sr. and Victoria Morin Leal. She was a homemaker and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: special friend, Merle Sorrels; daughters, Debra Calica of Beeville, Rosemary Luna of Long Beach, Calif., and Cindy Mendoza of Kenedy; sisters, Pauline Janssen of Portland, Mayme Vela of San Antonio, and Elodia Guzman of Bakersfield, Calif.; brothers, Joe (Lupe) Leal Jr. and John Leal, both of Abilene; and six grandchildren Preceded in death by: daughter, Betty Marie Chison; sister Amelia Friesenhahn; and grandmother, Leonarda Leal A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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November 27, 2004

William C. Reader – RUNGE

RUNGE – Services for William Chester “Bill” Reader, 85, of Runge, who died Tuesday, will be 10 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, Dr. Harold Sager and the Rev. J.C. Jeanes officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Inc., Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Milton Slaughter, Jim Natho, Tommy Natho, Heath Powers, Paul Bordovsky, Billy Pullin, Jim Fox, Willard Hudson Honorary pallbearers: Floyd Lott, Roy Freeman, Dalton Metting, Dr Jon Moline

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Mary L. Luna – KENEDY

KENEDY – Services for Mary Leal Luna, 68, of Kenedy, who died Tuesday, will be 10 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Tomas Calica, Javier Calica, Michael Greenburg, John Janssen Jr., Fred Avalos, Jorge Martinez, Billy Friesenhahn

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November 30, 2004

Royal M. Bailey SR. – KENEDY

KENEDY – Royal “Roy” Matthew Bailey Sr., 93, of Kenedy, died Thursday, Nov. 25, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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December 1, 2004

Royal M. Bailey SR. – KENEDY

KENEDY – Royal Matthew Bailey Sr., 93, of Kenedy, died Thursday, Nov. 25, 2004 He was born March 27, 1911, in Davilla, to the late Steve and Mariah Neeley Bailey. He was a retired truck driver for Schlumberger Oil Co with 30 years of service and a member of Galilee Baptist Church Survivors: daughters, Mildred Bailey, Mary Lewis, Clara Sheffield, Ernestine James, Betty Sauls, Florence Stephens, and Gloria Hopkins, all of San Antonio, Tommie Parks of Lavern, Calif., and Edna Dowson and Saundria Berry, both of Cypress; sons, Billy Ray Bailey of Los Angeles, Roy Bailey Jr. of Lake Viewterrace, Calif., Charles Bailey of Killeen, and Herbert Bailey of San Antonio; sister, Virginia Randon of Kenedy; brothers, Herbert Bailey and Willy Bailey, both of Los Angeles, James Bailey of Pomona, Calif., and Steve Bailey of Compton, Calif.; 48 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild Preceded in death by: wife, Dimple Grace Hall Bailey; daughters, Ossie Solomon and Martha Zacharie; sisters, Marion Shelton, Connie Prince, and Ovida Dean; brothers, A.P. Bailey and Jerrell Bailey; and one granddaughter The family will receive visitors 5-8 p.m. tonight at Galilee Baptist Church Services will be 1 p.m. Thursday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Vernus C. Swisher officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533

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December 2, 2004

Royal M. Bailey SR. – KENEDY

KENEDY – Services for Royal Matthew Bailey Sr., 93, of Kenedy, who died Thursday, Nov. 25, 2004, will be 1 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Vernus C. Swisher officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533

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December 4, 2004

Paulita R. Salais – KENEDY

KENEDY – Paulita R. Salais, 90, of Kenedy, died Friday, Dec. 3, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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Frank Alvear – KENEDY

KENEDY – Frank Alvear, 58, of Kenedy, died Friday, Dec. 3, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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December 5, 2004

Paulita R. Salais – KENEDY

KENEDY – Paulita R. Salais, 90, of Kenedy, died Friday, Dec. 3, 2004. She was born June 13, 1914, in Canaga Verde, to the late Saragosa Ramos. She was a homemaker and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: daughter, Evangelina Garza of Kenedy; sons, Daniel R Salais, Jose R. Salais Jr., Raul R. Salais, Reynaldo R. Salais, and Jesse R. Salais, all of Kenedy; 15 grandchildren; and 20 great- grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Jose Salais Sr.; daughter, Alicia Salais; brother, Gabriel Carillo; and two grandchildren A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Inc., Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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December 6, 2004

Frank R. Alvear – KENEDY

KENEDY – Frank R. Alvear, 58, of Kenedy, died Friday, Dec. 3, 2004. He was born Nov. 6, 1946, in Kenedy, to Erlinda Rios Alvear of Kenedy and the late Nolberto Alvear Sr. He was a shipping and receiving employee for General Shelters in Beeville, and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Survivors: wife, Herlinda Alvear; daughters, Linda Lou Bernal, Kelly Ann Perales, and Stefanie Renae Alvear, all of Kenedy; brothers, Joe R. Alvear, Lupe Alvear, and Nolberto Alvear Jr., all of Kenedy, and Mercedes Alvear of Dallas; and three grandchildren A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Monday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home Inc., Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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Paulita R. Salais – KENEDY

KENEDY – Services for Paulita R. Salais, 90, of Kenedy, who died Friday, will be 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Inc., Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Daniel Salais, Jose Salais, Raul Salais, Reynaldo Salais, Jesse Salais, and Evangelina Garza

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December 7, 2004

Frank R. Alvear – KENEDY

KENEDY – Services for Frank R. Alvear, 58, of Kenedy, who died Friday, will be 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home Inc., Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Nolberto Alvear, Bobby DeLosSantos, Raul Bernal, Eric Perales, Andy DeLosSantos and Anthony Alvear

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December 13, 2004

Feliciana Duenes

KARNES CITY – Feliciana Duenes, 83, of Karnes City, died Sunday, Dec. 12, 2004. She was born June 9, 2004, in DeWitt County, to the late Juan and Nieves Marroquin Lopez. She was a homemaker and a member of Primera Iglesia Bautista Emmanuel in Pawnee Survivors: daughters, Josie Warner of Seguin, Linda Alvear of Kenedy, Isabela Zepeda of Lubbock, and Lupe Novola of Pawnee; sons, Willie Duenes of Smyer, Frank Duenes of Shallow Water, Tony Duenes of Lubbock, Paul Duenes of Georgetown, Rev. Domingo Duenes of Del Hart, Alfredo Duenes of Nordheim, and Eliseo Duenes, of Woodrow; sister, Sabina Hernandez of Richmond Preceded in death by: husband, Daniel Duenes; stepdaughter, Juanita Hernandez; stepson, Daniel Duenes Jr.; two sisters; and one brother A prayer service will be 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Leonardo Cantu officiating Burial will be at De Ntra Sra De Guadalupe in Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home Inc., Kenedy, 830-583-2533.

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December 14, 2004

Feliciana Duenes

KARNES CITY – Services for Feliciana Duenes, 83, of Karnes City, who died Sunday, will be 10 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Leonardo Cantu officiating. Burial will be at De Ntra Sra De Guadalupe in Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Inc., Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Joseph Duenes, Paul Duenes, Eugenia Duenes, Wayne Duenes, Michael Zepeda, Daniel Balderamos Honorary pallbearers: Barry Meza and David Zepeda

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December 15, 2004

Barbara Weed – RUNGE

RUNGE – Barbara Weed, 90, of Runge, died Sunday, Dec. 12, 2004. She was born Oct. 20, 1914, in Pleasanton, to the late Peter and Victoria Richter Ploch. She was a homemaker and a member of St Anthony’s Catholic Church and the Runge VFW Ladies Auxiliary Survivors: daughter-in-law, Mary Ann Weed of Houston; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Paul M. Weed; son, John M. Weed; and numerous brothers and sisters A rosary will be recited 1:30 p.m. Friday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church Services will follow the rosary Friday at the church, the Rev Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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December 16, 2004

Barbara Weed – RUNGE

RUNGE – A rosary for Barbara Weed, 90, of Runge, who died Sunday, will be recited 1:30 p.m. Friday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Services will follow at the church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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December 17, 2004

William A. Mitchell – KENEDY

KENEDY – William Alton Mitchell, 78, of Kenedy, died Wednesday, Dec 15, 2004. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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Arturo Contreras Sr. – KARNES CITY

KARNES CITY – Arturo Contreras Sr., 79, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004. He was born Feb. 8, 1925, in Kenedy, to the late Angel Sr. and Crescencia Contreras. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. He owned the Kenedy Drive Inn Bar & Grill and worked for Red Ewald Fiberglass, Chevron, and Ash Security. He was a life member of the Purple Heart Association, a member of Karnes City VFW Post #8572, and a Karnes County Veterans Service Officer. He was a member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church Survivors: daughter, Rachel Dovalina of Austin; sons, Arturo Contreras Jr. of Fontana, Calif., and Robert A. Contreras of Karnes City; sisters, Sussie Garcia and Kelly Canales, both of San Antonio; brother, Angel Contreras Jr. of San Angelo; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild Preceded in death by: wife, Mary Contreras; sisters, Yolanda Contreras, Amparo Contreras, Kelley Contreras, Aurolia Contreras, and Elvira Contreras; and brothers, Gustavo Contreras and Peter Contreras A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Latin Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533

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Barbara Weed – RUNGE

RUNGE – A rosary for Barbara Weed, 90, of Runge, who died Sunday, will be recited 1:30 p.m. today at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Services will follow at the church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334 Pallbearers: Robert Coffman, Budd Huwe, Glenn Ploch, David Sales, Kent Weed, Bob Yack Honorary pallbearers: Buddy Hoskins and J.H. Weed

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December 18, 2004

Jesus Diaz – RUNGE

RUNGE – Jesus Diaz, 99, of Runge, died Friday, Dec. 17, 2004. Services are pending at Jannsen Funeral Home, Runge

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Alton Mitchell – KENEDY

KENEDY – Alton Mitchell, 78, of Kenedy, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2004. He was born Jan. 7, 1926, in Portland, to the late Jesta and Thelma Rankin Mitchell. He was a veteran of World War II, serving as a U.S Army Air Corps pilot. He was a member of Kenedy Masonic Lodge No. 774 and was the owner of a photographic studio. He was a member of Good Shepard Lutheran Church Survivors: numerous nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: wife, Sharleane Salge Mitchell A prayer service will be 6-8 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Good Shepard Lutheran Church, the Rev. Sharon Truelson officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Memorials: Good Shepard Lutheran Church or Kenedy Cemetery Association

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Arturo Contreras Sr.

KARNES CITY – Services for Arturo Contreras Sr., 79, of Karnes City, who died Tuesday, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Latin Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533 Pallbearers: Felipe Quintero, Alfred Puente, Leroy Ketzur, George Perales, Servando Perales, Richard Garcia Jr., John Dovalina

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December 19, 2004

Jesus Diaz – RUNGE

RUNGE – Jesus Diaz, 99, of Runge, died Friday, Dec. 17, 2004. He was born July 11, 1905. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Janssen Funeral Home chapel Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony Catholic Church Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862

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Alton Mitchell – KENEDY

KENEDY – Services for Alton Mitchell, 78, of Kenedy, who died Wednesday, will be 2 p.m. today at Good Shepard Lutheran Church, the Rev. Sharon Truelson officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533 Pallbearers: David Blaschke, Darrel, Henry Miller, Cecil Boening, Randall Salge, and Ken Reiley Memorials: Good Shepard Lutheran Church or Kenedy Cemetery Association

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December 20, 2004

Jesus Diaz – RUNGE

RUNGE – Jesus Diaz, 99, of Runge, died Friday, Dec. 17, 2004. He was born July 11, 1905, in Nixon. He was a grocery store manager and a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church Survivors: daughters, Suelena Baltierrez and Manuela Olga Flores, both of San Antonio; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: father, Manuel Diaz; son, Juan Diaz; daughters, Viela Noyola and Andela Olivarez Services will be 10 a.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830- 239-4862

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December 25, 2004

Bernice Moczygemba – HOBSON

HOBSON – Bernice Moczygemba, 92, of Hobson, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2004. She was born Sept. 27, 1912, in Falls City, to the late Vincent and Anna Moy Korzekwa. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, Altar Society, and Rosary Circle Survivors: daughters, Florence Kyselica and Theresa Moczygemba, both of Hobson and Olivia Stoyer of Floresville; sisters, Mary Korzekwa, Justine Moczygemba, and Monica Sprencel; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Edward Moczygemba; daughter, Dorothy Moczygemba; and brother, Frank Korzekwa A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Sunday at St. Boniface Catholic Church Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at the church, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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December 26, 2004

Bernice Moczygemba – HOBSON

HOBSON – A rosary for Bernice Moczygemba, 92, of Hobson, who died Thursday, will be recited 7 p.m. today at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at the church, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334

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December 28, 2004

Mildred Day

KARNES CITY – Mildred Day, 87, of Karnes City, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2004. She was born Feb. 9, 1917, in Harmony, to the late Albert and Mary Gilley Wishert. She was a sales clerk for Karnes Mercantile Co. and a member of First Baptist Church Survivors: daughters, Peggy Day of Houston and Helen White of San Antonio; sisters, Alice Kincaid of LaVernia and Katherine Short of San Antonio; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: husband, Eugene E. Day; and one grandson Services will be 2 p.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. William P. Davenport officiating Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.