January 7, 2005
James A. Falks
KENEDY – James A. “Jim” Falks, 76, of Kenedy, died Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005. He was born July 17, 1928, in Floresville, to the late James and Emma Metze Falks. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and was a retired machinist for Kelly Air Force Base. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Kenedy. Survivors: wife, Mary Falks; daughter, Carol Ann Lowther of Chugiak, Alaska; sons, Jim Ed Falks and Joe Mark Falks, both of San Antonio, and John Kevin Falks of Gonzales; 16 grandchildren; and five great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by: one granddaughter. The family will receive friends 5:30-7:30 pm. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, the Rev. John Wheat officiating. Burial will be at New Bremen Cemetery in Karnes City. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: First Baptist Church or charity of choice.
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January 8, 2005
James A. Falks
KENEDY – Services for James A. “Jim” Falks, 76, of Kenedy, who died Wednesday, will be 10:30 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. John Wheat officiating. Burial will be at New Bremen Cemetery in Karnes County. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Joshua Falks, Jeff Faulks, Jarrett Falks, Ethan Falks, Justin Falks, and Jesse Falks. Honorary pallbearers: Jonathan Falks, Jason Lowther, Bryan Lowther, and Nathaniel Lowther. Memorials: First Baptist Church or charity of choice.
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January 9, 2005
Mary D. Ruckman
KARNES CITY – Mary Dalton Ruckman, 89, of Karnes City, died Friday, Jan. 7, 2005. She was born Oct. 12, 1915, in San Antonio, to the late Robert Lee and Lelia Chalk Dalton. She earned a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in geology from the University of Texas. She was a homemaker a member of Daughters of American Revolution, San Antonio Conservation Society, Colonial Dames, Tri Delpa Sorority, and First Presbyterian Church in Karnes City. Survivors: sons, Hugh Bennett Ruckman III of Karnes City and Robert Dalton Ruckman of Palmdale, Calif.; and five grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Hugh Bennett Ruckman Jr. Services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Charles Gibbs officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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January 10, 2005
Mary D. Ruckman
KARNES CITY – Mary Dalton Ruckman, 89, of Karnes City, died Friday, Jan. 7, 2005. She was born Oct. 12, 1915, in San Antonio, to the late Robert Lee and Lelia Chalk Dalton. She earned a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in geology from the University of Texas. She was a homemaker, served on the Board of Karnes County National Bank in Karnes City, she was a member of Daughters of American Revolution, San Antonio Conservation Society, Colonial Dames, Tri Delta Sorority, Karnes County Historical Society, and First Presbyterian Church in Karnes City. Survivors: sons, Hugh Bennett Ruckman III of Karnes City and Robert Dalton Ruckman of Palmdale, Calif.; and five grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Hugh Bennett Ruckman Jr. Services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Charles Gibbs officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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January 11, 2005
Nora L.M. Schultz
KENEDY – Nora Lee McCarn Schultz, 78, of Kenedy, died Monday, Jan. 10, 2005. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2544.
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Mary D. Ruckman
KARNES CITY – Services for Mary Dalton Ruckman, 89, of Karnes City, who died Friday, will be 3 p.m. today at First Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Charles Gibbs officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: P. Malcolm Gulley, Robert Ihrig, Barry Irvin, Matt Jauer, Walter Long and Jess Williams. Memorials: Karnes County Historical Society.
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Mary L.O. Trial
HOBSON – Mary Louise Opiela Trial, 75, of Hobson, died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005. She was born June 28, 1929, in Panna Maria, to the late Peter and Hedwig Yosko Opiela. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church and Altar Society. She was a member of Catholic Daughters of America and a former of Sultanas and the Columbian Ladies. Survivors: husband, Sylvester Trial; daughters, Kathleen Kostas of Rochester Hills, Mich., Bobbie Sturm of Austin, and Cheryl Trial of San Antonio; sons, Kenneth Trial of Beeville, Richard Trial of Kenedy, and Thomas Trial of Houston; brothers, Archie Opiela of Mooreville, Miss., Eddie Opiela of San Antonio, Emil Opiela of LaFayette, La., and Emrick Opiela of Coy City; and 11 grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sisters, Eleanor Dupnick and Flavia “Fossie” Keller; and brother, Sylvester Opiela. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at St. Bonicace Catholic Church. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church, the Rev. Kazimierz Olesky officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Memorials: Hobson Catholic Perpetual Care Fund or the St. Boniface Church Building Fund.
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January 12, 2005
Nora L.M. Schultz
KENEDY – Nora Lee McCarn Schultz, 78, of Kenedy, died Monday, Jan. 10, 2005. She was born Feb. 11, 1926, in Bee County, to the late Alva Sr. and Dora Haley McCarn. She was a retired secretary for Valerio Energy Co. and a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Survivors: husband, Fred Schultz; daughters, Myrna Casey of Katy, Ann Sims of Lexington, and Kay Hensley of Snyder; son, Randy Schultz of Woodlands; brothers, Alva McCarn Jr. of Goodwater, Ala., and Douglas Wayne McCarn of Houston; numerous grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. The family will receive visitors 6-7:30 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, the Rev. Sharon Truelson officiating. Burial will be at Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church or Pawnee Cemetery.
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Mary L.O. Trial
HOBSON – Services for Mary Louise Opiela Trial, 75, of Hobson, who died Sunday, will be 10:30 a.m. today at St. Boniface Catholic Church, the Rev. Kazimierz Olesky officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Brandon Love, Ryan Love, Heather Rogers, David Sturm, Austin Trial, Cameron Trial. Honorary pallbearers: Robin Hogan, Julie Sturm, Brianne Trial, Rhiana Trial, Shaina Trial. Memorials: Hobson Catholic Perpetual Care Fund or the St. Boniface Church Building Fund.
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January 13, 2005
Nora L.M. Schultz
KENEDY – Services for Nora Lee McCarn Schultz, 78, of Kenedy, who died Monday, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Sharon Truelson officiating. Burial will be at Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Buddy McCarn, Danny McCarn, Randy Schultz, Garrett Day, Kenneth Manke and Fritz Foster. Memorials: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church or Pawnee Cemetery.
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January 14, 2005
Merced Garcia
KENEDY – Merced Garcia, 88, of Kenedy, died Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005. He was born Oct. 17, 1916, in Bee County, to the late Victor and Melquiades Longoria Garcia. He was a rancher and farmer and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Survivors: sister, Aurora Gonzales of Kenedy. Preceded in death by: sisters, Adela Garcia, Hortencia Garcia, and Angelita Garcia; and brother, Ernesto Garcia. A rosary will be recited 6 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.
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January 15, 2005
Merced Garcia
KENEDY – Services for Merced Garcia, 88, of Kenedy, who died Thursday, will be 10 a.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Oscar Gonzales Jr., Eloy Gonzales, Victor Gonzales Jr., Rick Gonzales, Amador Chapa, and Isaiah Zamblano.
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January 18, 2005
Dorothy M. Hons
HOBSON – Dorothy Mary Hons, 80, of Hobson, died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2005. She was born Aug. 12, 1924, in Hobson, to the late Joseph Severin and Meta Jauer Malik. She was a homemaker, a graduate of Karnes City High School, elected Mother of the Year 1979 by the Alamo Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society, a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, St. Boniface Altar Society, and the KJZT. Survivors: husband, Louis Hons; daughters, Cathy Green of Hobson, Elaine Kolodziej of Floresville, and Nancy Walpole of George West; sons, Allen Hons, David Hons, Kirby Hons, Mark Hons, Ralph Hons, and Robert Hons, all of Hobson; sister, Bernice Hons of Hobson; brother, Alvin Malik of La Vernia; 25 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be 7 p.m. tonight with a rosary to following at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Boniface Catholic Church, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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January 19, 2005
Dorothy M. Hons
HOBSON – Services for Dorothy Mary Hons, 80, of Hobson, who died Sunday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Boniface Catholic Church, the Rev. Gregory Sawicki officiating. Burial will be at Hobson Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Colt Green, Brian Hons, John Hons, Joseph Hons, Kenneth Walpole Jr., Nicholas Hons, Shayne Hons, William C. Hons, Keith Kolodziej.
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January 20, 2005
Ricardo S. Villarreal
KARNES CITY – Ricardo S. Villarreal, 69, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2005. He was born July 27, 1935, to the late Lucus and Concepcion Guerra Morin. He was a retired heavy equipment operator from Conoco. Survivors: wife, Maria Perales Villarreal; daughters, Irma Leal and Yolanda Lopez, both of Karnes City; sons, David Villarreal and Ricky Villarreal, both of Floresville, Raul Villarreal, Richard Villarreal and Robert Villarreal, all of Karnes City; sisters, Amelia Franco of Brownfield, Alejandro Guerrero of Karnes City and Elida Medina of San Antonio; ten grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sisters, Aurelia Craig, Petra Franco, and Eloisa Morin; brothers, Adan Longoria, Benito Longoria, and Felix Morin. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, the Rev. Ramon Torres officiating. Burial will be at Helena Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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January 21, 2005
Ricardo S. Villarreal
KARNES CITY – Services for Ricardo S. Villarreal, 69, of Karnes City, who died Tuesday, will be 1 p.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Ramon Torres officiating. Burial will be at Helena Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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January 23, 2005
Margarito Rodriguez Sr.
KARNES CITY – Margarito Rodriguez Sr., 74, of Karnes City, died Friday, Jan. 21, 2005. He was born May 18, 1930, in Coy City, to the late Santos and Crisanta Zapata Rodriguez. He was a retired construction laborer and a Catholic. Survivors: wife, Adela Mendoza Rodriguez of Runge; daughters, Alicia Rodriguez of San Antonio and Juanita Rodriguez of Runge; sons, Julian Rodriguez, Adolpho Rodriguez, Rudy Rodriguez, Santos Rodriguez, and Margarito Rodriguez Jr., all of Runge; 16 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sons, Rogelio Rodriguez, Luis Rodriguez, and Juan Vasquez; sister, Filomena Ramirez; brothers, Amado Rodriguez, Julio Rodriguez, Juan Rodriguez, Severo Rodriguez, and Santos Rodriguez Jr. Visitation will begin 10 a.m. today at Janssen Funeral Home chapel. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Runge. Burial will be at Runge L.A. Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862. Memorials: Masses.
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February 1, 2005
J. Luke Patton
KARNES CITY – J. Luke Patton, 22, of Karnes City, died Saturday, Jan. 29, 2005. He was born March 31, 1982, in Austin, to Dr. Cook and Kathy Liles Patton of Karnes City. He was a 2000 graduate of Karnes City High School and a December 2004 graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in animal science. He was a postgraduate student at the university and a member of the Kappa Alpha Order. He was recognized as a distinguished student, and was an employee of the Large Animal Veterinary School at Texas A&M. Survivors: sister, Katy Patton of Austin; and grandparents, Ed Liles and Josie Liles, both of Waco. Preceded in death by: grandparents, Pat Patton and Edna Patton. Visitation will begin 6 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, the Revs. Pat Traxler and Jay Fleming officiating. Burial will be at Patton Family Cemetery in Gillett. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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Ada R. Clyne
KENEDY – Ada Ruth Clyne, 79, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.
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February 2, 2005
J. Luke Patton
KARNES CITY – Services for J. Luke Patton, 22, of Karnes City, who died Saturday, will be 2 p.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Revs. Pat Traxler and Jay Fleming officiating. Burial will be at Patton Family Cemetery in Gillett. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Doug Patton, Dave Patton, Luke Patton, Joshua Patton, Douglas Patton, Dallas Patton, Jacob Patton, Curt Liles, Ross Liles, Chris Peck, Will Peck. Memorials: South Texas Children’s Home or donor’s choice.
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February 3, 2005
Ada R. Clyne
KENEDY – Ada Ruth Clyne, 79, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005. She was born Jan. 26, 1926, in Marshall. She was a fire department auxiliary, a homemaker, and a member of First Baptist Church of Kenedy. Survivors: husband, Frank Clyne; sons, Frank Clyne, Lance Clyne, and Carl Clyne, all of San Antonio, Billy Clyne of Cuero, Everett Clyne of Helena, Charles Leo Clyne of Kenedy, and Charles Samuel Brown of Eagle Pass; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: parents; sisters, Helen Margie Terpening, Henrietta Terpening, Frances Irene Terpening, Mary Elizabeth Terpening, and Jessie Newton Terpening; brothers, Ralph Preston Terpening, George Perry Terpening, Arther Ferrill Terpening, and Carl Terpening. Visitation was held 6 p.m. Wednesday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. today at the funeral home, the Rev. John Wheat officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533. Pallbearers: Frank Clyne Jr., Carl Clyne, Billy Clyne, Everett Clyne, Charles Leo Clyne, Charles Samuel Brown, and Lance Clyne. Memorials: First Baptist Church of Kenedy.
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February 4, 2005
Pastor Sharon K. Truelson
KENEDY – Pastor Sharon Kay Truelson, 60, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005. She was born Oct. 8, 1944, in Emmetsburg, Iowa, to Lucille Erickson Goff of Montrose, Colo., and the late Paul Goff. She was a pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kenedy. She graduated from Ruthoen Fana High School in 1963, from the University of Arizona, University of Iowa, University of Texas at San Antonio, and the seminary program of the southwest in Austin. Survivors: husband, Edgar Paul Truelson; daughters, Devery Sanchez and Suzi Bean, both of San Antonio, and Sarah Truelson of Austin; son, Eric Truelson of Tucson, Ariz.; sisters, Judy Redding of Kansas City, Mo., Caroline Ellermann of Hawaii, and Mary Huff of Montrose, Colo.; brothers, Eric Goff of Montrose, Colo.; and 10 grandchildren. Visitation will be 6 p.m. Saturday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. A prayer service will be at 7 p.m. Saturday at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Services will be 3 p.m. Sunday at St. John’s Lutheran Church in San Antonio, the Rev. Jeff Lange officiating. Burial will be at 9:45 a.m. Monday at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Memorials: Lutheran World Relief-Tsunami Fund.
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February 5, 2005
Sharon K. Truelson
KENEDY – Pastor Sharon Kay Truelson, 60, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005. She was born Oct. 8, 1944, in Emmetsburg, Iowa, to Lucille Erickson Goff of Montrose, Colo., and the late Paul Goff. She was a pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kenedy. She graduated from Ruthven Iowa High School in 1963, from the University of Arizona, University of Iowa, University of Texas at San Antonio, and the seminary program of the southwest in Austin. Survivors: husband, Edgar Paul Truelson; daughters, Devery Sanchez and Suzi Bean, both of San Antonio, and Sarah Truelson of Austin; son, Eric Truelson of Tucson, Ariz.; sisters, Judy Redding of Kansas City, Mo., Caroline Ellermann of Hawaii, and Mary Huff of Montrose, Colo.; brothers, Eric Goff of Montrose, Colo.; and 10 grandchildren. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. A prayer service will be at 7 p.m. tonight at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Services will be 3 p.m. Sunday at St. John’s Lutheran Church in San Antonio, the Rev. Jeff Lange officiating. Burial will be at 9:45 a.m. Monday at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Lutheran World Relief-Tsunami Fund.
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February 6, 2005
Felix Esparza
RUNGE – Felix Esparza, 92, of Runge, died Saturday, Feb. 5, 2005. He was born March 31, 1912, in Mexico, to the late Gomezsendo and Logina Soto Esparza. He was the owner of the Runge Bar and a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. Survivors: sisters, Maximina Gamez and Apolina Gamez, both of Runge. Preceded in death by: sister, Socorro Navarro; and brothers, Santiago Esparza, Juan Esparza, and Trinidad Gamez. Visitation will begin 11 a.m. today at Janssen Funeral Home chapel. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at Runge L.A. Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4682. Memorials: Masses.
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Sharon K. Truelson
KENEDY – Services for Pastor Sharon Kay Truelson, 60, of Kenedy, who died Tuesday, will be 3 p.m. today at St. John’s Lutheran Church in San Antonio, the Rev. Jeff Lange officiating. Burial will be at 9:45 a.m. Monday at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Lutheran World Relief-Tsunami Fund.
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February 7, 2005
Felix Esparza
RUNGE – Services for Felix Esparza, 92, of Runge, who died Saturday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be at Runge L.A. Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4682. Pallbearers: Santiago Esparza, Pablo Esparza, Martin Esparza, Mike Esparza, Ernesto Esparza, Jacob Esparza. Memorials: Masses.
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February 8, 2005
W.D. Mixon
KENEDY – W.D. “Bill” Mixon, 73, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Feb. 6, 2005. He was born April 6, 1931, in Runge, to the late Belle E. and Mary Brown Mixon. He was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge. Survivors: sisters, Neccia Davenport of Spring and Ro Ro DuBois and Geraldine Hoskins, both of Runge; and brother, Wayne Mixon of Seminole. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Memorials: St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery Fund.
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February 9, 2005
W.D. Mixon
KENEDY – Services for W.D. “Bill” Mixon, 73, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Keith Carlson, Thomas N. Davenport, Kenneth DuBois, Jay Mixon, Domingo Albiar, and Richard Pena. Honorary pallbearers: Joe Novak, Dr. A.F. Day, Bud Huwe, and Eddie Robinson. Memorials: St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery Fund.
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Maria E. Solis
KARNES CITY – Maria E. “Celia” Solis, 80, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005. She was born Feb. 11, 1924, in Green, to the late Ambrosio and Dolores Navajar Rodriguez. She was a homemaker and childcare provider. She was a member of Guadalupa Society and St. Cornelius Catholic Church. Survivors: daughters, Dolores Solis of Karnes City; sons, Ray Solis, David Soliz, and Rene Soliz, all of Karnes City, and Armando Soliz of Floresville; 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Emilio Solis; daughter, Diana Maria Solis; and numerous brothers and sisters. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Thursday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday 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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February 10, 2005
Hertha B. Forsyth
RUNGE – Hertha Buesing Forsyth, 87, of Runge, died Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005. She was born Sept. 17, 1917, in Nordheim, to the late Robert and Louise Bues Sucher. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Runge. Survivors: daughter, Janice Level of Nordheim; sons, Wayne Buesing of Nordheim and Kirby Buesing of Houston; sisters, Irma Pohl of San Francisco and Ellis Schendel of Goliad; brother, Gus Sucher of Victoria; 12 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: first husband, Johnny Buesing; second husband, Joseph Forsyth; sisters, Minnie Sievers and Frances Pargmann; brothers, Herbert Sucher, Arthur Sucher, and Emil Sucher; and two grandchildren. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. tonight at Janssen Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, the Rev. Robert Slade officiating. Burial will be at Nordheim Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862. Memorials: St. Paul Lutheran Church of Runge.
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February 11, 2005
Hertha B. Forsyth
RUNGE – Services for Hertha Buesing Forsyth, 87, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will be 2 p.m. today at Janssen Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Robert Slade officiating. Burial will be at Nordheim Cemetery. Janssen Funeral Home, Runge, 830-239-4862. Pallbearers: Kirby Buesing Jr., Joe Garcia, Nigel Rameransingh, Kyle Kretsinger, Ray Hines, Jacob Smith. Memorials: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Runge.
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Maria E. Solis
KARNES CITY – Maria E. “Celia” Solis, 80, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005. She was born Feb. 11, 1924, in Green, to the late Ambrosio and Dolores Navajar Rodriguez. She was a childcare provider, a homemaker and a member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church and Guadalupa Society. Survivors: daughter, Dolores Solis of Karnes City; sons, Ray Solis, David Soliz, and Rene Soliz, all of Karnes City, and Armando Soliz of Floresville; 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Emilio Solis; daughter, Diana Maria Solis; and numerous sisters and brothers. A rosary was recited 7 p.m. Thursday 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 Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Troy Gonzales, Ray Solis, Steve Solis, Cedric Soliz, Jacob Soliz, Jason Soliz, and Matthew Soliz.
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February 14, 2005
Teresa G. Foley
KARNES CITY – Teresa “Terry” G. Foley, 44, of Karnes City, died Friday, Feb. 11, 2005. She was born Feb. 16, 1960, in Beeville, to Marcial Guajardo of Three Rivers and the late Rosalinda Garces Guajardo. She was a substitute teacher at Karnes City Jr. High School, and a member of Monte Olivo Church in Three Rivers. Survivors: daughters, Subrina Russell of Karnes City and Pearl Foley of San Antonio; sister, Josie Trujillo of Chicago, Ill.; brothers, Jimmy Guajardo and Elijio Guajardo, both of Beeville; and one grandchild. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, the Rev. Mary Rodriguez officiating. Burial will be at Lebanon Cemetery in Cadiz. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.
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February 15, 2005
Teresa G. Foley
KARNES CITY – Teresa “Terry” G. Foley, 44, of Karnes City, died Friday, Feb. 11, 2005. She was born Feb. 16, 1960, in Beeville, to Marcial Guajardo of Three Rivers and the late Rosalinda Garces Guajardo. She was a substitute teacher at Karnes City Jr. High School, and a member of Monte Olivo Church in Three Rivers. Survivors: daughters, Subrina Russell of Karnes City and Pearl Foley of San Antonio; sister, Josie Trujillo of Chicago, Ill.; brothers, Jimmy Guajardo and Elijio Guajardo, both of Beeville; and one grandchild. Preceded in death by: husband, Tommy Foley. Visitation was 5-8 p.m. Monday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. today at the funeral home, the Rev. Mary Rodriguez officiating. Burial will be at Lebanon Cemetery in Cadiz. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Lois Salinas, Frank Salinas, Pablo Sanchez, Paul Foley, Charlie Foley, Manuel Cortez, Juan Gomez. Memorials: Monte Olivo Church, 101 CR. 324, Three Rivers.
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Gloria P. Herrera
KARNES CITY – Gloria P. Herrera, 78, of Karnes City, died Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005. She was born Sept. 29, 1926, in Hobson, to the late Florentino and Adelina Rodriguez Penilla. She was self-employed at G.I. Joe’s and a member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church. Survivors: daughter, Sandra Loya of Karnes City; sons, Pablo Herrera and Gilbert P. Herrera, both of Karnes City; sisters, Beatrice Dimas and Guadalupe Fonseca, both of Cuero; brother, Adan Penilla of Pueblo, Colo.; 12 grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; 16 great- grandchildren; and 10 stepgreat-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Pablo H. Herrera Sr.; sisters, Juaquina Casares and Angelita Molina; and brothers, Jesus Penilla and Florentino Penilla Jr. A prayer service will be 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. A rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, the Rev. Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial will be at New Bremen Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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February 16, 2005
Gloria P. Herrera
KARNES CITY – Services for Gloria P. Herrera, 78, 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 New Bremen Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Justin Medina, Steve Loya, Ronnie Herrera, Ray Herrera, Jason Medina, Jimmy Loya Jr., Donnie Herrera, Rene Hernandez.
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February 19, 2005
Margie L. Denson
KARNES CITY – Margie L. Denson, 71, of Karnes City, died Friday, Feb. 18, 2005. She was born March 21, 1933, in Karnes County, to the late Rudolph and Linda Moeller Best. She was a champion barrel racer and a retired bookkeeper for Karnes City Livestock Auction and Union Stockyard with 20 years of service. Survivors: former husband, Erskine Denson of Stockdale; son, Danny Denson of Karnes City; sisters, June Beard and Arline Matthews, both of Karnes City; and two grandchildren. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, with Pat Traxler officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Memorials: Karnes City Volunteer Fire Dept., 103 E. Calvert, Karnes City, Texas 78118, or Hospice of South Texas.
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February 20, 2005
Margie L. Denson
KARNES CITY – Services for Margie L. Denson, 71, of Karnes City, who died Friday, will be 2:30 p.m. today at the Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, Pat Traxler officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: John Crabb, J.D. Parker, Ken Harvey, Gary Pawelek, Doug Hester, Lupe Valdez, Rene Jones, and Charlie Malik. Memorials: Karnes City Volunteer Fire Dept., 103 E. Calvert, Karnes City, Texas 78118, or Hospice of South Texas.
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February 22, 2005
Fay Turnipseed
KENEDY – Fay Turnipseed, 91, of Kenedy, died Monday, Feb. 21, 2005. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Clara Moczygemba
HOBSON – Clara Moczygemba, 94, of Hobson, died Sunday, Feb. 20, 2005. She was born July 23, 1910, in Koscuisko, to the late Edward and Karoline Moczygemba Felux. She was a homemaker and a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Altar Society, and Rosary Circle. Survivors: daughters, Geraldine Ensminger of Meridian, Idaho, and Evelyn Pieprzyca and Louise Sutherland, both of San Antonio; sons, Clarence Moczygemba of Karnes City, Ervin Moczygemba of San Antonio, Casmir Moczygemba of Stockdale, and Henry Moczygemba Jr. of LaVernia; 23 grandchildren; and 31 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Henry Moczygemba; sisters, Tekla Laskowski, Victoria Laskowski, Leokadia Sekula, and Elizabeth Stanush; and brothers, Edward Felux and Joe Felux. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Panna Maria. Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at the church, Monsignor Frank Kurzaj officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Memorials: Panna Maria Historical Society or the Alzheimer’s Association.
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February 23, 2005
Fay K. Turnipseed
KENEDY – Fay Kathryn Turnipseed, 91, of Kenedy, died Monday, Feb. 21, 2005. She was born Oct. 1, 1913, in Karnes County, to the late O.C. and Pearlie Mae Smith McClintock. She was a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell with 32 years of service and a member of First Baptist Church in Kenedy. Survivors: sisters, Betty Peterson of Kenedy, Rubie Jewett of Fort Worth, and Ole Kircher of Tynan; and brother, Ray McClintock of Houston. Preceded in death by: husband, J.D. Turnipseed; and sisters, Delie Post and Nona Hull. The family will receive visitors 6:30-8 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, the Rev. John Wheat officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533. Memorials: First Baptist Church in Kenedy.
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Viola Hoff
KENEDY – Viola Hoff, 86, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2005. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.
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Clara Moczygemba
HOBSON – Services for Clara Moczygemba, 94, of Hobson, who died Sunday, will be 10 a.m. today at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Panna Maria, Monsignor Frank Kurzaj officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Gary Moczygemba, Anthony Moczygemba, James Pieprzyca, Marlin Moczygemba, Michael Sutherland, Jared Moczygemba, Kevin Moczygemba, Daniel Moczygemba, Don Pieprzyca, Sherwin Moczygemba, Maury Moczygemba, Joshua Moczygemba, Greg Moczygemba, Jeremy Moczygemba. Memorials: Panna Maria Historical Society or the Alzheimer’s Association.
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February 24, 2005
Milton H. Boerm
KARNES CITY – Milton H. Boerm, 76, of Karnes City, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 3005. He was born Sept. 10, 1928, in Nordheim, to the late Henry and Clara Eidner Boerm. He was a retired tool pusher from the oil field. Survivors: wife, Grace Adcock Boerm; daughter, Connie Williams of Dripping Springs; son, Larry Boerm of Pettus; brother, Harry Boerm of Austin; eight grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: infant twin daughters; sons, Lloyd Boerm and A.C. Rodgers Jr.; sisters, Rosanell Boerm and Lilly Mae Jones. The chapel opens at 2 p.m. and the family will receive visitors 6-8 p.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, the Rev. Jay Fleming officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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Viola N. Hoff
KENEDY – Viola N. Hoff, 86, of Kenedy, died Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2005. She was born Aug. 22, 1918, in Warren, Mich., to the late V.E. and Hilda Eide Nelson. She was a teller for First Nichols National Bank for more than 30 years, and a member of First United Methodist Church. Survivors: son, Michael Hoff of Houston. Preceded in death by: son, David Hoff. The family received visitors 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. today at the funeral home, the Rev. Ken Houston officiating. Burial will be at Karnes County Memorial Park. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Bruce Slaughter, Richard Nelson, Kenneth Bravenec, James Nelson, Victor Nelson, and David Hoff.
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Edwin W. Yanta
RUNGE – Edwin E. Yanta, 82, of Runge, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005. A rosary will be recited 6:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at the church. Rhodes Funeral Home, Runge, 830-780-3334.
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Fay K. Turnipseed
KENEDY – Services for Fay Kathryn Turnipseed, 91, of Kenedy, who died Monday, will be 10 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. John Wheat officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533. Pallbearers: Jess B. Williams, Charlie Braun III, Bruke Braun, Lee Hext, Don Summer, John Berry, Richard Robinson and Lyn Post. Memorials: First Baptist Church in Kenedy. February 25, 2005
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Milton H. Boerm
KARNES CITY – Services for Milton H. Boerm, 76, of Karnes City, who died Wednesday, will be 10 a.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Jay Fleming officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Chris Boerm, Michael Boerm, Kevin Williams, Daniel Pardo, Freddie Jones, and Jimmy Jones. Honorary pallbearers: Harry Boerm, Jack Perkins, and Ronald Mc Elven.
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Edwin W. Yanta
RUNGE – A rosary for Edwin E. Yanta, 82, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will be recited 6:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at the church. Rhodes Funeral Home, Runge, 830-780-3334.
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February 26, 2005
Sandra K. Moses
KENEDY – Sandra Kay Moses, 56, of Kenedy, died Friday, Feb. 25, 2005. She was born Sept. 2, 1948, in Kenedy, to the late Herbert and Mary Beth Russell Syring. She was a computer science student and nurse. Survivors: husband, Robert Moses Sr.; daughter, Penny Suther of San Antonio; stepdaughter, Robbie Shortner of Karnes City; son, Jack Teague Jr. of Carterville, Ga.; stepsons, Robert Moses Jr. of Kenedy and Hal Moses of Alvin; brothers, Herb Syring of Bandera and Sammy Syring of Pleasanton; two grandchildren; seven step grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends 6-7:30 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, the Rev. Ronnie Rice officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533. Memorials: American Heart Association or Diabetes Foundation.
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Edwin W. Yanta
RUNGE – A rosary for Edwin E. Yanta, 82, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will be recited 6:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at the church, the Rev. John W. Yanta officiating. Rhodes Funeral Home, Runge, 830-780-3334.
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February 27, 2005
Sandra K. Moses
KENEDY – Services for Sandra Kay Moses, 56, of Kenedy, who died Friday, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Ronnie Rice officiating. Burial will be at Kenedy Cemetery. Eckols Funeral home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533. Pallbearers: James Shortner, Clarence Janysek, Ben Janysek, Alex Suther, Delmiro Villanueva, and Rudy Hernandez. Memorials: American Heart Association or Diabetes Foundation.
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Maria C. Zapata
RUNGE – Maria C. Zapata, 81, of Runge, died Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005. She was born Dec. 10, 1923, in Yorktown, to the late Abel and Ester Contreras. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge. Survivors: husband, Maximo Zapata; daughters, Anita Rodriguez, Pauline Leal, and Dalia Mesa, all of Victoria, Oralia Matamoros of Houston, and Blanca Ester Barrientez of Runge; son, Ernest Zapata of Runge; sister, Ester Garcia of Houston; brother, Abel Arispe of Seguin; 22 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. Monday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Eckols Funerl Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533.
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February 28, 2005
Lottie M. Kowalik
PANNA MARIA – Lottie Mzyk Kowalik, 91, of Panna Maria, died Sunday, Feb. 27, 2005. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Tuesday at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Cestohowa. Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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Clyde E. Ethridge
KENEDY – Clyde E. Ethridge, 77, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Feb. 27, 2005. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.
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Olegaria D. Molina
KENEDY – Olegaria D. Molina, 84, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Feb. 27, 2005. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. Tuesday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Karnes City. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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Edwin W. Yanta
RUNGE – Edwin W. Yanta, 82, of Runge, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005. He was born Jan. 10, 1923, in Runge, to the late John A. Yanta and Mary Pollok Yanta. He was a Lt. Col., retired USAF veteran and reservist, serving in World War II. He was a graduate of Texas A&M earning a bachelor’s degree in Animal Husbandry. He was a recruiting liaison for the USAF Academy, and was awarded many medals and commendations. He taught veterans Vocational Agriculture, and was employed by Conquista as an environmental engineer for the land reclamation programs. He was an active member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge, the Parish Council, the Cemetery Assn., was a member of the Holy Name Society, Runge VFW, Airforce Liberandos, A&M Century Club, the Karnes-Goliad Soil and Water Conservation District, past trustee of the Runge School Board, and the founding president of the Karnes County Farm Bureau, serving ten years on the board. Survivors: daughter, Tanya Lykes of Victoria; sons, Dr. Mylos Yanta of Alton, Ill., Virgil Yanta of Boerne, and Zachary Yanta of Runge; sister, Valeria Ebeier of San Antonio; brothers, The Most Rev. Bishop John W. Yanta of Amarillo, Joe Yanta of San Antonio, Wilfred Yanta and Vernon Yanta of Runge, Ernest Yanta of Port Arthur; 11 grandchildren. Preceded in death by: wife, Jacqueline (Jacquie) Kallina Yantal; brother, Fabian Yanta; and one granddaughter. Services will be 9:30 a.m. today at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, The Most Rev. Bishop John W. Yanta officiating. Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Runge, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Zachary Yanta II, Frederick Lykes III, Sandy Ebeier, Virgil Yanta Jr., Scott Yanta, and Jim Yanta. Honorary pallbearers: Sterling Lykes. Memorials: John Paul II Nursing Home.
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Maria C. Zapata
RUNGE – Services for Maria C. Zapata, 81, of Runge, who died Saturday, will be 2 p.m. today at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, the Rev. Paschal Bergin officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533. Pallbearers: Ernesto Zapata Jr., Jimmy Zapata, Porfirio Rodriguez, Scott Barrientez, Scott Vanderwall and Andrew Salas.
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March 1, 2005
Clyde E. Ethridge
KENEDY – Clyde E. Ethridge, 77, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Feb. 27, 2005. He was born March 11, 1927, in Griffin, Ark., to the late William and Sarah Sharon Ethridge. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy. He was a retired operations supervisor for Warren Petroleum Co. and a member of New Life Baptist Church in Beeville. Survivors: wife, Joyce Ethridge; daughters, Deborah Murchinson of Metairie, La., Katherine Marie Letulle of Belle Chase, La., Melissa Ann Tarulis of Friendswood, Debra Vasquez of Kenedy, and Sandra Broadway of Bastrop; sons, Jody Ethridge of Kenedy, Neal Ethridge of Goliad, and Cecil Boening of New Braunfels; sister, Geraldine Bounds of Bethany, Okla.; 19 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: brother, Leroy Ethridge. 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, the Rev. Jesse Berthold officiating. Burial will be at Choate Cemetery in Choate. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: New Life Baptist Church or Choate Cemetery Fund.
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Olegaria D. Molina
KENEDY – Olegaria D. Molina, 84, of Kenedy, died Sunday, Feb. 27, 2005. She was born March 6, 1920, in Yorktown, to the late Leandro and Natividad Maria Diaz. She was a homemaker and a Catholic. Survivors: daughters, Olegaria Molina of Lampasas, and Janie Molina and Vicky Mendoza, both of Kenedy; sons, Frank Molina of Karnes City, Gabriel Molina of Victoria, Joe Molina and Santos Molina Jr., both of Kenedy, and Johnny Molina of Beeville; sisters, Martha Garcia of Seguin, Euilia Gauna of Karnes City, and Aucension Vasquez and Maria Ybarra, both of Beeville; numerous grandchildren; numerous great- grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Santos Reyes Molina; and two sisters. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday 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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March 2, 2005
Olegaria D. Molina
KENEDY – Services for Olegaria D. Molina, 84, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 1:30 p.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. Pallbearers: Arturo Mendoza Jr., Graviel Molina, Joe Molina, Santos Molina, Santos Molina II, Graviel Molina Jr.
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Clyde E. Ethridge
KENEDY – Services for Clyde E. Ethridge, 77, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Jesse Berthold officiating. Burial will be at Choate Cemetery in Choate. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: H.A. Reid Jr., Lee Angell, Sam Hamby, Ron Albert, Harold Reese, Bailey Ray Atkinson, Charlie Brzozowski, Larry Ethridge. Honorary pallbearers: Jason Ethridge, Jacob Ethridge, Michael Foret, Stephen Foret, Robby Letulle, Ryan Letulle. Memorials: New Life Baptist Church or Choate Cemetery Fund.
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Lottie M. Kowalik
PANNA MARIA – Lottie Mzyk Kowalik, 91, of Panna Maria, died Sunday, Feb. 27, 2005. She was born Dec. 24, 1913, in Cestohowa, to the late John and Gertrude Manka Mzyk. She was a homemaker and a member of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church and Altar Society. Survivors: daughter, Peggy Ann Kowalik of Panna Maria; and two grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Jerome T. Kowalik; daughter, Janice Gibbs; sister, Theresa Mzyk; and brother, Ben H. Mzyk. A rosary was recited 7 p.m. Tuesday at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Cestohowa. Services will be 10 a.m. today at the church, Monsignor Frank Kurraj and the Rev. Wlodzimier Las SDS officiating. Burial will be at Cestohowa Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Memorials: Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Altar Society, 300 FM 3191, Falls City, Texas 78113.
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March 9, 2005
Beulah Robinson
KENEDY – Beulah “Ann” Robinson, 62, of Kenedy, died Saturday, March 5, 2005. She was born June 19, 1942, in De Witt, Ark., to the late Lester and Billie Cossom DuMond. She was a homemaker and a member of Green Baptist Church. Survivors: husband, Daniel Robinson Sr.; daughter, Lu Ann Long of Wimberley; sons, Daniel Robinson Jr. of Lagarto and Johnny Robinson of Austin; sisters, Dolores Padgett and Ruth Cummigham, both of Arkansas, and Katy Steiner of Mississippi; brothers, Walter DuMond and Ray DuMond, both of Arkansas; and four grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sister, Louie Burnett; and brothers, John DuMond and David DuMond. A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. John Wheat officiating. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Donor’s choice.
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March 10, 2005
Beulah Robinson
KENEDY – Beulah “Ann” Robinson, 62, of Kenedy, died Saturday, March 5, 2005. She was born June 19, 1942, in De Witt, Ark., to the late Lester and Billie Cossom DuMond. She was a homemaker and a member of Green Baptist Church. Survivors: husband, Daniel Robinson Sr. of Kenedy; daughter, Lu Ann Long of Wimberley; sons, Daniel Robinson Jr. of Lagarto and Johnny Robinson of Austin; sisters, Dolores Padgett and Ruth Cummigham, both of Arkansas, and Katy Steiner of Mississippi; brothers, Walter DuMond and Ray DuMond, both of Arkansas; and four grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sister, Louie Burnett; and brothers, John DuMond and David DuMond. A memorial service will be 11 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. John Wheat officiating. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Donor’s choice.
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March 13, 2005
Estella Muniz
KENEDY – Estella Muniz, 97, of Kenedy, died Friday, March 11, 2005. She was born Oct. 8, 1907, in Kenedy, to the late Felipe and Rosa Tribble Garza. She was a homemaker and a Catholic. Survivors: daughters, Felicita Rodriguez of Goliad and Manuela Muniz Poison of Kenedy; son, Eliseo Muniz of Houston; 16 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and 33 great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Jesus Muniz; and daughters, Ofelia Moravitz and Francisca Cardona. 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. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.
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March 14, 2005
Estella Muniz
KENEDY – Services for Estella Muniz, 97, 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, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Emilio Rodriguez Jr., Enrique Rodriguez, Oscar Muniz, James Garcia, Leo Duque, and Kelly Duque.
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Sheri R. Talley
KENEDY – Sheri Ruth Burney Talley, 49, of Kenedy, died March 9, 2005. She was born Feb. 23, 1956, in Odessa, to the late Bruce Gilford Burney and Mary Louise Carpenter. She was a member of Church of Christ in Kenedy and she served in the U.S. Navy. Survivors: stepmother, Laura Burney of Coy City; daughter, Naomi Hambrecht of New York City; sons, Jessie McCoy and Joseph McCoy, both of Kenedy; sister, Lorrayne Evans of Floresville. Preceded in death by: husband, Dallas Deen Talley. Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Glenwood Cemetery in Beeville, the Rev. Chuck Jennings officiating. Galloway & Sons, Beeville, 361-358-2512. Memorials: Northview Baptist Church, P.O. Box 561, Floresville, Texas 78114.
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March 21, 2005
Barbara J. Haveman
KENEDY – Barbara Jean Haveman, 82, of Kenedy, died Saturday, March 19, 2005. She was born July 12, 1922, in Cuero, to the late Frederick O. and Amalie Fredericka Henneke Mauer. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, where she volunteered, and was an Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital Pink Ladies volunteer. Survivors: husband, Clarence O. Haveman; sons, Carl W. Haveman and Curtis L. Haveman; brother, Wilford Samuel Mauer; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Visitation begins at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. A prayer service begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kenedy. Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in Cuero. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy. Memorials: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Highway 72 West, Kenedy, Texas 78119.
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March 22, 2005
Barbara J. Haveman
KENEDY – A prayer service for Barbara Jean Haveman, 82, of Kenedy, who died Saturday, will be 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kenedy, Ron Walters officiating. Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Hillside Cemetery in Cuero. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy. Memorials: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.
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March 23, 2005
Barbara J. Haveman
KENEDY – Services for Barbara Jean Haveman, 82, of Kenedy, who died Saturday, will be 10:30 a.m. today at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kenedy, Ron Walters officiating. Burial will be 2:30 p.m. today at Hillside Cemetery in Cuero. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy. Pallbearers: Curt E. Haveman, Craig C. Haveman, Kevin W. Haveman, Dean Peters, Mandy DeLeon, George Heager, Lester Lipperdt, Norman Teltschik. Memorials: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.
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March 24, 2005
Melvin Weigang
KARNES CITY – Melvin Weigang, 83, of Karnes City, died Tuesday, March 22, 2005. He was born July 8, 1921, in Coy City, to the late Herbert J. and Erna Jauer Weigang. He was a farmer and rancher and member of First United Methodist Church in Karnes City. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard. He has received numerous soil conservation awards. Survivors: wife, Dorothy Weigang; stepsons, Joe Ryan of Victoria and David Ryan of Cedar Creek; sister, Hazel Balboni of Natick, Mass.; six step-grandchildren; and six step-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: first wife, Mary Elizabeth Weigang. The family will receive visitors 5-8 p.m. tonight at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, the Rev. Ken Houston officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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March 25, 2005
Melvin Weigang
KARNES CITY – Services for Melvin Weigang, 83, of Karnes City, who died Tuesday, will be 10 a.m. today at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Ken Houston officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Randy Witte, Mike Polasek, Clay Pace, Larry Vosko, Leroy Weigang, Paul Brysch.
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March 26, 2005
Charles F. Ruckman
KARNES CITY – Charles F. Ruckman, 91, of Karnes City, died Friday, March 25, 2005. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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March 29, 2005
Carolyn W. Long
KENEDY – Carolyn Wood Long, 68, of Kenedy, died Monday, March 28, 2005. She was born Dec. 31, 1936, in Houston, to the late John and Louise Wood Waller. She was a 1958 graduate of the University of Texas at Austin. She was a retired teacher for Kenedy ISD and a Methodist. Survivors: husband, Walter Long Jr.; daughter, Lyndal Wiatrek of Karnes City; sons, Walter Russell Long III of League City and Mitchell Andrew Long of Wimberly; brother, John Waller of Austin; and seven grandchildren. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Ken Houston officiating. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: Local libraries.
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Eddie Mchaney
KENEDY – Eddie McHaney, 86, of Kenedy, died Sunday, March 27, 2005. He was born Sept. 12, 1918, in Karnes County, to the late John and Mercedes Fuentez McHaney. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. He was a farmer and a Catholic. Survivors: wife, Ninfa McHaney; daughter, Judy Kral of San Antonio; sons, Eddie McHaney Jr. of Baytown and Douglas McHaney of Runge; sister, Daisy Barrera of the Woodlands; brother, Melvin McHaney of Arizona; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Heath Powers officiating. Burial will be at Choate Cemetery in Choate. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.
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March 30, 2005
Carolyn W. Long
KENEDY – A memorial service for Carolyn Wood Long, 68, of Kenedy, who died Monday, will be 2 p.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Ken Houston officiating. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830- 583-2533. Memorials: Local libraries.
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Eddie Mchaney
KENEDY – Services for Eddie McHaney, 86, of Kenedy, who died Sunday, will be 11 a.m. today at Eckols Funeral Home chapel, the Rev. Heath Powers officiating. Burial will be at Choate Cemetery in Choate. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Family.
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April 7, 2005
Isidore A. Dziuk
RUNGE – Isidore A. Dziuk, 86, of Runge, died Wednesday, April 6, 2005. A rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m. Friday at Rhodes Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge. Rhodes Funeral Home, Runge, 830-780-3334. Lena Wieding – PAWNEE
KENEDY – Lena Wieding, 98, of Pawnee, died Tuesday, April 5, 2005. She was born July 31, 1906, in Shiner, to the late John and Meta Wittenberg Heiner. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Survivors: daughters, Natha Lee Smitzer of Seguin, Ruth Haack of Lakehills, and Gladys Spielman of Devine; sons, Stan Wieding of Seguin and Milton Wieding of Bastrop; 12 grandchildren; and 21 great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, August Wieding; five sisters; and two brothers. Services will be 1 p.m. Friday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Karnes City, the Rev. David Collins officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Memorials: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
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April 8, 2005
Isidore A. Dziuk
RUNGE – Isidore A. Dziuk, 86, of Runge, died Wednesday, April 6, 2005. He was born May 10, 1918, in Panna Maria, to the late John and Annie Kowalik Dziuk. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a farmer and rancher. He was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and served on the parish council for 17 years. He served on the Ecleto Watershed District for 21 years and was a lifetime member of the Runge VFW. Survivors: wife, Annie Yanta Dziuk; daughter, Vivian Hudson of Victoria; son, Fred Dziuk of Floresville; brother, Vincent Dziuk of Falls City; and eight grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sisters, Proxie Bludau and Mary Kotara; and brothers, Leo Dziuk and Wallace Dziuk. A rosary will be recited 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 Rev. Arkadiusz Szyda officiating. Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Runge, 830-780-3334.
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Lena Wieding – PAWNEE
KENEDY – Services for Lena Wieding, 98, of Pawnee, who died Tuesday, will be 1 p.m. today at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Karnes City, the Rev. David Collins officiating. Burial will be at Karnes City Cemetery. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Grandsons. Memorials: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
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April 9, 2005
Isidore A. Dziuk
RUNGE – Services for Isidore A. Dziuk, 86, of Runge, who died Wednesday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge, the Rev. Arkadiusz Szyda officiating. Burial will be at Runge Catholic Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Runge, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Adrian Yanta, Dickie Dziuk, Aaron Hudson, Charles Schendel, Martin Dziuk, Mitchell Dziuk.
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April 10, 2005
Frances V. Manka
PANNA MARIA – Frances V. Manka, 91, of Panna Maria, died Saturday, April 9, 2005. She was born Jan. 27, 1914, in Panna Maria, to the late John T. and Mary Olenick Brysch. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, the Altar Society and Rosary Circle. Survivors: daughters, Maxine F. Lyssy of Elmondorf and Geraldine M. Bonner of Fair Oaks Ranch; sons, Rudolph H. Manka of Adkins and Aloys R. Manka of LaVernia; nine grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Aloys L. Manka; sisters, Barbara Arnold, Mary Bueche, Hedwig Brysch, Gertrude Brysch and Johanna Brysch; and brothers, Edmond Brysch and Raymond Brysch. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. tonight at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at the church, the Msgr. Frank Kurzaj officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334.
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April 11, 2005
Frances V. Manka
PANNA MARIA – Services Frances V. Manka, 91, of Panna Maria, who died Saturday, will be 10 a.m. today at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Monsignor Frank Kurzaj officiating. Burial will be at Panna Maria Cemetery. Rhodes Funeral Home, Karnes City, 830-780-3334. Pallbearers: Tod Daniels, Aldon Lyssy, Michael Lyssy, Rudolph Manka Jr., Nickolas Martinez, Richard Nast, Sheldon Lyssy.
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Alfredo R. Delossantos JR.
KARNES CITY – Alfredo R. DeLosSantos Jr., 66, of Karnes City, died Sunday, April 10, 2005. Services are pending at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.
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April 12, 2005
Alfredo R. Delossantos JR.
KARNES CITY – Alfredo R. DeLosSantos Jr., 66, of Karnes City, died Sunday, April 10, 2005. He was born Oct. 11, 1938, in Oatley, to the late Alfredo R. Sr. and Dorotea Rios DeLosSantos. He was a rancher and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Survivors: wife, Adela DeLosSantos; daughter, Irene Ruiz of Beeville; sons, James Dallas Graham of Cedar Creek and Alfredo R. DeLosSantos III of Karnes City; sisters, Mary Elizondo of Karnes City and Elicena Arrisola of Victoria; brother, Amadeo DeLosSantos Jr. of Ralls; and nine grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sister, Hilda Martinez; and brother, Willie Arturo DeLosSantos Jr. A rosary will be recited by the Our Lady of Peace Rosary Committee 7 p.m. tonight at Eckols Funeral Home chapel. Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lope officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery in Runge. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533.
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April 13, 2005
Alfredo R. Delossantos JR.
KARNES CITY – Services for Alfredo R. DeLosSantos Jr., 66, of Karnes City, who died Sunday, will be 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, the Rev. Mauricio Lopez officiating. Burial will be at Runge Cemetery in Runge. Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, 830-583-2533. Pallbearers: Bobby DeLosSantos, Steve Martinez, Gabriel Arrisola, Andy DeLosSantos, Robert Elizondo, Felix Abrigo. Honorary pallbearers: Tino Ruiz, James Graham, Alfredo DeLosSantos III, Joshua Graham, James Graham Jr., Alfredo DeLosSantos IV.
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April 20, 2005
Walter Burris – VICTORIA
KARNES CITY – Services for Walter “Ben” Burris, 85, who died Sunday, will be 2 p.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. Pallbearers: Grady Burris, Quinten Burris, Byron Burris II, Brian Dziuk, Larry Hedke, Jess Williams Sr. Honorary pallbearers: Bill Butler, Ted Butler, Jim Chapman, Kenneth Pearce, James A. Stewart, Marvin Witte.