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Matagorda County and the surrounding areas in the state of Texas

Lawrence Polensky

Lawrence Polensky

Jan 12, 2014

Lawrence Polensky, 98, of El Campo passed away January 12, 2014. He was born December 30, 1915 in Wharton, TX to the late Antone Michael Polensky and Mary Anne Luczak Polensky. He was preceded in death by his wives Eloise Sparks Polensky and Ima Jean Polensky as well as siblings Johnnie Polensky, Rose Lee Williams, Frances Jurek, Stanley Polensky, Eddie...

Laura Martinez

Laura Martinez

Jan 8, 2014

Laura Martinez is survived by her Mother, Elodia (Lola) Vega Martinez, brother Raymond Norberto Martinez, sister Pam Martinez, and nephew Steven R. Martinez. Her mother-in-law, Elma Gallegos, sister-in-law, Ana Gallegos, brother-in-law Chris Gallegos and the love of her life Reymundo Gallegos, and their precious babies: Nina, Princess, Mr. Black, and Mr. Brown. A host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear...

Sam Maglitto

Sam Maglitto

Jan 8, 2014

Sam Anthony Maglitto passed away January 8, 2014 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was 85 years old. Sam was born November 1, 1928 to Dave and Rosalie Maglitto in Houston, Texas. He graduated from Tomball High School and the University of North Texas. Sam was an educator at BCISD for over 30 years. His love and dedication...

Annie Mae Miller

Annie Mae Miller

Jan 7, 2014

Annie Mae Miller, 83, of Wadsworth passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2014 in Bay City. She was born October 10, 1930 in El Maton, TX to the late Adolph & Ethel Vavra Genzer. Annie was a life long resident of Matagorda County, a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Wadsworth, a life member of VFW Post 2438 Ladies Auxiliary,...

Cathy Lou Mangum

Cathy Lou Mangum

Jan 6, 2014

Cathy L. Mangum passed away on Monday, January 6, 2014. Cathy was born on December 4, 1952 in Bay City, Texas to the late Dalton Mangum and Ruby Plant O'Bryan. Cathy was an avid reader. Cathy loved her family especially her grandchildren. Cathy is survived by her child, Anthony "Scooter" Mangum & wife Amalia; grandchildren, Ashley Chancellor & husband Barret,...

Mila Francis Sanders

Mila Francis Sanders

Jan 6, 2014

Mila Francis Sanders, 89, of Bay City passed away January 6, 2014. She was born February 24, 1924 in Altus, OK to the late Thomas Alexander Smith and Iva Burl Knoy Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband Roy Wayne Sanders, daughter Mila Beth Sims and son Roy W. Sanders, Jr. Survivors include daughter Debbie Saffell of Baytown;...

Harry Wayne Guynes

Harry Wayne Guynes

Jan 5, 2014

Harry Wayne Guynes, 74, of Bay City passed away January 5, 2014. He was born November 6, 1939 in Houston, TX to the late Harry Guynes, Jr. and Violet Olive Paulk Guynes. He was preceded in death by his wife Lucille Guynes, son-in-law Mike Magee, Sr. and grandson Darin Wayne Guynes. Survivors include daughters Natasha Guynes of Houston and Teresa...

Jesus Romero Calderon

Jesus Romero Calderon

Jan 5, 2014

Jesus Romero Calderon, 61, of Bay City passed away January 5, 2014. He was born May 11, 1952 in Mexico to the late Eliseo Calderon and Lucina Romero Calderon. Survivors include his wife Cynthia Calderon of Bay City; step-mother Olivia Calderon of Bay City; daughters Rita Calderon Elizondo & husband Jorge Luis of Freeport, Christina Perez & husband Christian of...

Arianna Lynn Calderon

Arianna Lynn Calderon

Jan 4, 2014

Arianna Lynn Calderon of Bay City passed away January 4, 2014. She was born January 27, 2012 in Houston, Texas to Perfecto Calderon and Jamie Gonzales. Arianna is survived by her parents; sister Angel Vargas; paternal grandparents Juan Manuel and Maria Delores Calderon and maternal grandmother Kerri Lopez. There will be a rosary held at 6:30pm, Tuesday, January 7 at...

Alfred Alvarez Garcia, Sr.

Alfred Alvarez Garcia, Sr.

Jan 1, 2014

Alfred "Sonne" Garcia, Sr., 74, went to his heavenly home to join his mom, dad, sisters and brother on January 1, 2014. Sonne was born on July 5, 1939 in Palacios to the late Nick and Anita Alvarez Garcia, Sr. Sonne loved his family, especially his grandchildren and he always attended their activities. Sonne was an avid sports fan, especially...

Sue Bundick

Sue Bundick

Jan 1, 2014

Lillian Sue Bundick, 64, of Bay City passed away January 1, 2014. She was born January 10, 1948 in Bay City, Texas to late Earle Lewis Long and Jessie Murl Moses. She worked as a Teacher's Aid for Bay City ISD for 28 years. Survivors include her mother; Jessie Murl Long, husband; Hairl E. Bundick; sons; William Earle Bundick and...

Rachael Nicole Ruiz

Rachael Nicole Ruiz

Dec 29, 2013

Rachael Nicole Ruiz, 27, of Bay City passed away December 29, 2013. She was born April 28, 1986 in Ionia, Michigan to Gary Lee Burns and Donna Cartwright Burns. She taught school at Matagorda ISD. Rachael was a strong and loving mother to her children. A memorial service honoring her life will be 11:00 AM Saturday, January 4, 2013 at...

Clay Meyer

Clay Meyer

Dec 28, 2013

Andrew Clayton Meyer, 36, of Bay City passed away December 28, 2013. Clay was born June 22, 1977 in Bay City to Greg & Kristi Huebner Meyer. Clay had a kind heart and a sweet spirit and will be missed by all. Clay is survived by his parents: Greg & Kristi Meyer; 2 brothers: Keith Meyer & wife Jennie and...

Verna Turek

Verna Turek

Dec 28, 2013

Verna Turek, 90, of Palacios passed away December 28, 2013. She was born April 17, 1923 in Burleson County, TX to the late Ludwig Junek and Clara Popek Junek. She was one of eight children. Her family settled in the Blessing area when she was a child. She was a "Riveting Rita" during WWII placing wing flaps on trainer planes....

Jimmy Crum

Jimmy Crum

Dec 28, 2013

Charles "Jimmy" Crum, Jr., 71, of Bay City passed away December 28, 2013. He was born May 14, 1942 in Haynesville, LA to the late Charles Jimmy Crum, Sr. and Jewell Marie Ross Crum. He was a member of Nichols Street Church of Christ. Jimmy grew up in an oil field family, moving from town to town throughout his youth,...

William Thomas Wernly

William Thomas Wernly

Dec 23, 2013

William Thomas Wernly, 70, beloved father, grandfather and brother, passed away December 23, 2013. He was born April 9, 1943 to the late William Henry Wernly and Beulah Blanche Posey Wernly. He was a 1961 graduate of Van Vleck High School and served in both the US Army and US Navy. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter...

Olga Perez

Olga Perez

Dec 22, 2013

Olga Perez, 84, of Palacios passed away December 22, 2013. She was born April 26, 1929 in Blessing, TX to the late Manuel Perez and Blasta Zboral Perez. Survivors include daughter Ramona Allison of Bacliff, TX; sons Juan Perez of Webster and Larry Pena of Palacios; sisters Teresa Gonzales and Stella Lucio both of Palacios and a number of grandchildren....

Evelyn Holland

Evelyn Holland

Dec 17, 2013

Evelyn Holland, 87, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away on December 17, 2013. Evelyn was born on March 25, 1926 to Harold A. and Ella H. Olson Hansen of Davevang, TX and she was their only child. She was preceded in death by her daughter Faith and her husband of 56 years, Robert E. Holland, who died in...

Esta Lee Crosson

Esta Lee Crosson

Dec 16, 2013

Esta Lee Crosson went to be with her Lord on Monday, Dec. 16, 2013. Esta was born on March 13, 1920 in Brackenridge, Texas to the late Joe and Linnie Stewart Blackmon. Esta was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. Esta is survived by her children; Jerrel Crosson & wife Mary, Wayne Crosson & wife Gerry,...

Harold A. Lukefahr

Harold A. Lukefahr

Dec 15, 2013

Harold A. Lukefahr, 88, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2013 at his home in Bryan, Texas. He was born on January 22, 1925 in Greeley, Nebraska to the late Edgar L. and Elsie Waugh Lukefahr. Harold was one of eight children. The family moved to Bay City when Harold was 14. He was a WWII veteran and served in...

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