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
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
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
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
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
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
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,...
Tommy Dean Ellis
Mar 11, 2026
Tommy Dean Ellis, 79, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, after a life spent making folks look sharp and feel better about themselves.
He was born February 2, 1947 in Brownwood, Texas. Tommy grew up with three brothers, Jesse, Gilbert and Jerry – who kept him on his toes. He was preceded in death by his brothers and by his...
Daniel "Danny" Gray
Mar 7, 2026
Daniel “Danny” Gray, 71, of Huntington Beach, CA, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026. He was born on January 17, 1955, in Torrance, California to the late Curtis Newell Gray and Jean Grace (Kildea) Gray.
Danny graduated from Marina High School and attended Golden West College before discovering his passion for the crane industry. Over a career spanning more than twenty-five...
Sue G. Crow
Mar 6, 2026
Sue G. Crow, 89, of Bay City passed away March 6, 2026. She was born April 14, 1936 in Wewoka, Oklahoma to the late Larence Green and Grace Wilson Green.
She was a dedicated community leader and longtime real estate professional in Matagorda County, working in the industry for more than 50 years. Even into her late 80s, she continued working...
Barbara Manna
Mar 5, 2026
Barbara Manna, 81, of Bay City, Texas, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026. She was born July 21, 1944, in Matagorda County, to the late George Orsak and Louise (Gurecky) Orsak.
She graduated from Tidehaven High School. She married George Manna on October 13, 1962. Barbara had a passion for cooking and baking cinnamon rolls for her family. She loved spending...
Ediberto Flores
Mar 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved older sibling, brother, cousin, and uncle, Ediberto “Buddha” Flores, who departed this life on March 3rd, 2026, at the age of 34.
Ediberto “Buddha” Flores, 34, of Blessing passed away March 3, 2026. He was born January 26, 1992, in Brenham, Texas, to Martin Flores and Sanjuanita Moreno Flores
Buddha was a...
Ural Lee Donohoe
Mar 3, 2026
Ural Lee Stanford Donohoe, 92, of Bay City was born on September 18, 1933, to the late Williard F. & Alva Lela Meadows Stanford. She passed away on March 3, 2026, from complications of cancer and age. She lived her entire life in Bay City with the exception of a short period of time in Mississippi where her husband was...
Dylan Ty Miller
Feb 28, 2026
Dylan Ty Miller was born to Jessica Yates Miller and Steven E. Miller on November 14, 1996 in Bay City, Texas. Dylan's mother always referred to him as, "my pride and joy."
Dylan was a much-loved and cherished child of God. He graduated from Bay City High School in June of 2015. Dylan was an intelligent young man who had the...
Maurilio R. Rodriguez
Feb 27, 2026
Maurilio “Willo” R. Rodriguez, 92, of Palacios, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on February 27, 2026. He was born on September 13, 1933, in Olivia, TX to Juan and Manuela Rodriguez.
Willo graduated from Palacios High School in 1951, where he proudly played baseball, football, track, and tennis. His love for sports continued through his adult life, he could...
Carole Jean McFeron
Feb 24, 2026
Carole Jean McFeron, 84, of Cedar Creek, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. She was born on January 8, 1942, in Elm Grove, Texas, to the late Richard Clifton Chamberlain and Sadie Grace McCullough.
Carole was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose greatest joy in life was her family. She had a warm heart, a caring spirit, a...
Ruby Tanguma
Feb 23, 2026
Ruby Tanguma, 75, of Bay City, Texas, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026. She was born November 19, 1950, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to the late Anestacio Garza and Olivia Baltazar Garza. She went peacefully in her sleep and woke up in heaven.
She was an educator for over 35 years. She attended Southwest Texas University where she met the love...
Garrett Harrison Claybourn
Feb 22, 2026
Garrett Harrison Claybourn, born September 21, 1983, in Palacios, Texas, died February 22, 2026.
Garrett grew up on Slone Ranch, where he learned to love hunting, fishing, and generally any activity that could get him outdoors. He was friendly, gregarious, and had a wonderful sense of humor. His out-of-town cousins loved spending time with Garrett as he showed them how to...
Andrea Perez Trevino
Feb 16, 2026
Andrea Perez Trevino, 92, of Bay City passed away February 16, 2026. She was born November 30, 1933.
Her greatest joy and lifelong passion was truly her family. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly to creating a warm, loving, and welcoming home for everyone. She truly had a special gift for making people feel cherished and comfortable the moment they walked through her...
Rhonda Ann Broussard
Feb 15, 2026
Rhonda Ann Broussard, 80, of Bay City passed away peacefully February, 15, 2026. She was born February 3, 1946 in Laurel, Mississippi to the late Howard Travis Hennessy and Dorothy Goetze Hennessy.
Rhonda was truly the best wife, mother and grandmother anyone could ask for. Her love was steady, selfless and unconditional. She found joy in gardening and tending to her...
