Ralph John Popek
Jan 16, 2021
Ralph John Popek died peacefully January 16, 2021 with God's love. He was born May 16, 1927 to Edward J. and Elizabeth Gurecky Popek. His early childhood was spent in El Maton, and his family later moved to Van Vleck where he graduated high school.  He married Barbara Helen Gajdosik on July 11, 1953.
He served as...
Eldrid Florence Schilhab
Jan 14, 2021
Eldrid Florence Schilhab, 89, of Bay City passed away January 14, 2021. She was born November 8, 1931 in Schulenberg, TX to the late Beno Besetsny and Agnes Konvicka Besetsny.
Eldrid was born and raised in Schulenburg on the family farm which instilled in her a love for country life.
In her earlier years, Eldrid...
Harlin "Andy" Dwayne Anderson
Jan 14, 2021
Harlin Dwayne "Andy"Anderson born December 15, 1933 to Ora Dee and Clifton Anderson in Fairfield Texas passed away at the age of 87 on January 14, 2021 after a lengthy battle with multiple health issues and has risen in victory!
Andy graduated from Fairfield High School in 1951 and went on to attend University of Texas and...
Patricia "Patty" Spalek
Jan 13, 2021
Mary Patricia Spalek, known to her family and friends at "Patty" or "Dewey" was born March 15, 1951 in Castlepollard, Ireland, County of Westmeath. She passed away January 13, 2021 in Bay City, TX.
She was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Lillian Spalek.
She is survived by her brother, Larry Spalek and...
Elizabeth "Betty" Orsak
Jan 12, 2021
Elizabeth "Betty" Orsak, 78, of Bay City passed away January 12, 2021. She was born November 18, 1942 in El Campo, TX to the late Henry Cyril Dorotik and Martha Naiser Dorotik.
She attended Crescent High School and Wharton County Junior College. She married Thomas Francis "Tommy" Orsak on June 13, 1964.
Betty's Czech heritage...
Donald Ray Justice
Jan 12, 2021
Donald Ray Justice, 79, of Sweeny Texas passed away January 12, 2021. He was born September 19, 1941 in Tolleson Arizona to the late Duard Justice and Louise Neuman Justice.
He will be remembered first and foremost by his faith and love for his family. He was a continual reminder of Christ's love as he walked in...
Teresa Carol Kauffman
Jan 10, 2021
On Sunday, January 10, 2021, Teresa Carol Sandlin Kauffman, loving mother of three...
William Stephen Russell
Jan 6, 2021
William Stephen Russell, 68, of Bay City, Texas passed away unexpectedly, January 6, 2021. He was born January 4, 1953 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina to Clifton William Russell and Elzia Church Russell.
After graduating from Alexander Central High School, he enlisted in the United States Navy completing five patrols on the USS Theodore Roosevelt (SSBN-600). Honorably...
Roger Eugene Bennett
Jan 5, 2021
Roger Eugene Bennett passed away January 5, 2021 in Bay City, TX. He was born December 27, 1931 in Ottumwa, Iowa to the late Fred and Freda Bennett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son Gregg Alan Bennett, brother Richard Bennett and niece Cindi Bennett.
He is survived by his wife Ernestine,...
Dora Deleon
Jan 5, 2021
Dora Longoria DeLeon, 81, of Palacios, TX passed away January 5, 2021. She was born February 22, 1939 in Palacios to the late Charlie Longoria and Faustina Rojas Longoria.
Dora is preceded in death by her husband Benny DeLeon, her son Bennie Joe DeLeon, her sister Esmeralda (LaLa) Longoria, and brothers Lupe Longoria, Charlie Longoria, and Felix...
Pedro Medina Jr.
Jan 1, 2021
Pedro Medina, Jr., 38, of Markham, TX passed away January 1, 2021. He was born June 11, 1982 in Galveston, TX to Pedro Pete Medina and Mary Ann Castaeda.
Pedro is preceded in death by his brother Sergio Medina. He is survived by his parents; grandmother Lydia Castaeda; sister Catherine Medina; brothers Gabriel Medina and Paul Medina,...
Franklin James Miller, Sr.
Dec 31, 2020
Franklin James Miller, Sr., 52, of Bay City passed away December 31, 2020. He was born March 31, 1968 in Charleston, South Carolina to Henry Arthur Miller and Nancy Jeane Stevens Miller.
Frankie Miller was defined by many titles: son, brother, uncle, coach, pastor, husband, and father. So anxious to begin life, he was born in an...
Marilyn Orsak Hollas
Dec 29, 2020
Marilyn Orsak Hollas, 83, of Bay City passed away December 29, 2020. She was born December 1, 1937 in Matagorda County to the late George Patrick Orsak and Louise Ann Gurecky and grew up in El Maton, Texas.
She graduated from Tidehaven High School and St. Mary's Nursing School in Galveston, Texas. She worked at St. Mary's...
Nancy Kay Carpenter
Dec 29, 2020
Nancy Pump Carpenter passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on December 29th at her home in Matagorda. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and special aunt. Nancy was a well-loved, thoughtful, and caring person who was always willing to help someone. She enjoyed spending time with those close to her, and loved music, dancing, and laughter.
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Sue Ellis
Dec 28, 2020
Sue Ellis, 77, of Bay City passed away December 28, 2020. She was born July 28, 1943 in Matagorda County, TX to the late Jim Edgar Hamilton and Amy Emma Whittlesey Hamilton.
Sue was a dedicated wife and mother, and a doting grandmother. She taught Business and English in the surrounding counties, retiring from Bay City ISD...
Robert Archie Jones
Dec 27, 2020
Robert A. Jones, age 92, of Bay City passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born February 4, 1928 in Nederland, Texas to the late Arthur Glen Jones and Catherine Mattie Hargraves Jones.
Robert was preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Debbie Greer Jones. Robert was the last living member of his...
Satero "Blackie" Perez Martinez
Dec 25, 2020
Satero "Blackie" Perez Martinez, Jr., 72, of Bay City passed away December 25, 2020. He was born October 12, 1948 in Houston, TX to the late Satero G. Martinez and Ofelia Perez Martinez.
He served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. At a dance in El Campo, Texas on April 11, 1971 he...
Pauline Lydia Sliva
Dec 24, 2020
Pauline Lydia Sliva, 89, of Houston passed away December 24, 2020. She was born February 7, 1931 in Bay City, TX to the late Paul and Marie Kiehr Grune.
Pauline retired to Fredericksburg, TX in 1997 where she enjoyed walking, gardening, crafting and the German ambiance. From her home, she operated Kiehr Kottage Bed and Breakfast for...
Delton Leo Justice
Dec 23, 2020
Delton Leo Justice, 90, of Sweeny passed away December 23, 2020. He was born January 12, 1930 in Arizona to the late Duard Justice and Louise Neumans Justice.
Delton lived a very fulfilled life that consisted of family, love, and music. Being well loved and highly thought of was common in his time here. Constantly meeting new...
Irene Knebel
Dec 21, 2020
Irene (Bludau) Knebel, 79, of Hallettsville, passed away on December 21, 2020, surrounded by loving family and friends. She was born in Hallettsville, Texas on May 21, 1941, to Andres and Annie (Friesenhahn) Bludau. She was a member of the Lavaca Medical Center Auxiliary serving as President, Christian Mothers, Republican Women, Sacred Heart's Bereavement Committee, Catholic Daughters of the...
