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Matagorda County and the surrounding areas in the state of Texas

Douglas Gayle Beebe

Douglas Gayle Beebe

Apr 19, 2026

Douglas Gayle Beebe, 47, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026. His final days were spent surrounded by his wife, family, and friends. Doug was born in Wharton, Texas on February 24, 1979, to Dennis Beebe and Kandra Beebe Moss.

He graduated from Boling High School and began working as a HVAC Technician. His talents landed him as the go-to...

Trinidad Gonzales Huerta

Trinidad Gonzales Huerta

Apr 18, 2026

Trinidad Gonzales Huerta, lovingly known to many as Grandma Trine, was born on June 7, 1936, in Columbus, Texas, to Julius and Luz Gonzales.

She passed from this life on April 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, warmth, and unwavering love.

Trinidad was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Raul Huerta,...

Albert Roy Bissett

Albert Roy Bissett

Apr 17, 2026

It is with great sadness that we inform you that Albert Roy Bissett of Wadsworth has passed away on April 17, 2026 at the age of 77. Born June 27, 1948, in Bay City, Texas, Albert was a valued and respected part of Matagorda County.

Albert was born to Norman and Avis Bissett and went on to attend Texas A&M University...

Bay Van Nguyen

Bay Van Nguyen

Apr 15, 2026

Bay Van Nguyen passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, at the age of 78. Born in Rach Gia, Vietnam, on February 20, 1948, he lived a life of extraordinary courage, quiet humility, and deep devotion to his family.

A true man of the sea and the land, he spent his youth in the countryside as a farmer and fisherman. During...

Raymond H. Erevia

Raymond H. Erevia

Apr 15, 2026

Raymond Herrera Erevia, Sr., 82, of Bay City, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, surrounded in his final days by his devoted wife, children, grandchildren, family, and friends. He was the beloved son of David and Maria Erevia, born on February 18, 1944, in New Gulf, Texas.

In 1964, he married the love of his life, his beautiful...

Elza "Glenn" Walker

Elza "Glenn" Walker

Apr 14, 2026

Elza “Glenn” Walker, 84, of Bay City, Texas, went to meet Jesus April 14, 2026 surrounded by family. He was born September 9, 1941, in Milburn, Oklahoma, to the late William Elza and Gretchen Walker.

Glenn saw most of the United States through the windshield of his truck for most of his life. He drove for 38 years and was active...

Sharen Lynn Koenning

Sharen Lynn Koenning

Apr 14, 2026

Sharen Gifford Koenning, 67, of Bay City, TX, passed away April 14, 2026. She was born July 3, 1958, in Corpus Christi, TX to the late Cecil and Mabel Johnson Gifford.

Sharen was a loving mother whose quiet strength and endless patience guided her children through life, and a cherished Mimi to her granddaughters, who lit up at the sound of...

Deborah Elizabeth Ashcraft-Story

Deborah Elizabeth Ashcraft-Story

Apr 13, 2026

Deborah Elizabeth Ashcraft Story, first born of Wyatt and Sadie Calk Ashcraft was born in Bay City, Texas December 18, 1952.

Debbie left this life from her home in Victoria, Texas on April 13,2026 at 3:45 pm. The Angels rejoiced in Heaven as this faithful Saint of God was welcomed home.

From an early age, Debbie's gifts were unmistakable, she was kind...

Matias Bernal Garcia

Matias Bernal Garcia

Apr 10, 2026

Matias Bernal Garcia, Jr., 59, of Palacios passed away April 10, 2026. He was born April 23, 1966, in Victoria, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his father, Matias Bernal Garcia, Sr. Survivors include his wife, Mikilani Garcia; his mother, Viola Hajek; his sister, Grace Ledbetter and his brother, Paul Garcia.

Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM Thursday, April 23, 2026,...

Bridget Ann Noffke

Bridget Ann Noffke

Apr 5, 2026

Bridget Ann Webber-Noffke, 65, of Bay City passed away April 5, 2026. She was born March 29, 1961 in Bay City to the late John Webber, Jr. and Anne Sliva Webber.

Bridget spent her early days doing performing arts in school. She excelled on her high school drill team as 2nd Lieutenant and later studied modeling in college.

She and her first...

Faustino Estraca, Sr.

Faustino Estraca, Sr.

Apr 1, 2026

Faustino Estraca, Sr., 96, of Bay City, Texas, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026. He was born March 11, 1930, in Mathis, Texas to the late Santiago Estraca and Guadalupe Dominguez Estraca

Faustino loved driving his semi-truck, in the early 80’s to 90’s he worked for Mr. Fehmel at Fehmel Dusting hauling fertilizer. Aside from driving his truck, he enjoyed doing...

William Travis Hicks

William Travis Hicks

Mar 28, 2026

William Travis Hicks, 85, of Bay City, passed away March 28, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Houston, Texas after a brief illness involving his heart and lungs. He was born December 13, 1940, in Franklin, Texas, to the late Calvin Wilton Hicks and Artie Faye Jett Hicks. He grew up in the Hearne area and moved to Matagorda County...

Jay Warren Cameron

Jay Warren Cameron

Mar 27, 2026

Jay Warren Cameron, 70, of Bay City passed away March 27, 2026. He was born February 16, 1956 to Joseph William Cameron and Shirley Vance Littlefield Cameron.

Jay was a musician for over 20 years and later got into selling automobiles. He was kind, caring, and quick-witted, always willing to help anyone in need. A generous soul, Jay found joy in...

Charles Edward Born

Charles Edward Born

Mar 25, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Edward Born, who departed this life and into the arms of his Savior Jesus on March 25, 2026, at the age of 66. Charles was a beloved husband, son, brother, and friend, described by his family as considerate, sweet, thoughtful, funny, jolly, comical, unique, soft-spoken, wise, kind, a...

Bessie Mae Forehand

Bessie Mae Forehand

Mar 23, 2026

Bessie M. Forehand, 92, passed away March 23, 2026. She was born on March 11, 1934 in Mineral Springs, Arkansas. The last of 13 children born to Otis Conatser and Pearl Green Conatser. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Forehand and her son Steven Riley.

She is survived by her daughters, Karen Smith & Jo Sarafis; numerous nieces...

Marjorie Ann Hales

Marjorie Ann Hales

Mar 20, 2026

Marjorie Ann Hales, known lovingly to many as "Jan," passed away on March 20, 2026, at the age of 91. She was a woman of deep faith, unwavering devotion, and remarkable strength, and she leaves behind a legacy of love that will be felt for generations to come.

Jan was born on November 11, 1934, in Deutschburg, Texas, to John Calvin...

Elmer Sellers Latham

Elmer Sellers Latham

Mar 19, 2026

Elmer Sellers Latham, 73, was called home to be with his savior, Jesus Christ, on March 19, 2026. Born in Washington, North Carolina. Elmer was the cherished son of Elmer Randolph Latham and Sarabeth Sellers Latham. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Elmer in 1986 and Sarabeth in 2013, whose memory he lovingly carried throughout his life.

Elmer’s...

Angelita Ramos Salinas

Angelita Ramos Salinas

Mar 19, 2026

Angelita Ramos Salinas, 100, of Palacios, Texas, passed away on March 19, 2026. She was born on June 25, 1925, in Las Rosita’s Ranch, Texas, to the late Toribio Ramos and Guadalupe Hernandez Ramos.

In addition to her parents, Angelita was preceded in death by her siblings, Maria, Longina, Caledonia, Mafimino, Paula and Santos; her husband, Joe G. Salinas; her children,...

Nancy Jean Grisham

Nancy Jean Grisham

Mar 19, 2026

Nancy Grisham, 85, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at Paradigm of Bay City. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James Grisham; her sisters, Louise Ann Johnson and Carolyn Sue Boden; and her parents, James and Bessie Boden.

Nancy was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma and moved to the Old Ocean/Sweeny area as a young girl. She graduated...

Frank Emil Sliva

Frank Emil Sliva

Mar 14, 2026

Frank Emil “Blue” Sliva of Bay City, Texas, passed away on March 14, 2026 at the age of 93, with his wife and three children by his side. A lifelong farmer, devoted family man, and loyal friend, Frank lived a full and meaningful life rooted in faith, hard work, and community.

Frank was born on November 7, 1932, in Orchard, Texas,...

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