Fred Emil Valigura, 93, of Bay City passed away October 22, 2008. He was born May 3, 1915 in Wharton County to the late Frank & Wilemina Roznovsky Valigura. After serving in the US Army during WWII, he opened Bay City Glass Co. in 1946 and continued to operate the business until 1990.
His wife Christine Valigura and son Ladis Kelly Valigura preceded him in death. Survivors include son Fred Lee Valigura of Bay City, 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
Graveside services will be 4:00 PM Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck with Rev. Chris Harrison officiating. Phillip H. Parker VFW post 2438 will provide military honors.