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Cecil Jones

March 29, 2016, 10:40 am
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Cecil Jones, 88, of Center, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2016, at his residence. Jones was born June 16, 1927, in Louise, to Ira W. Jones and Pearl Goode Jones. He was a Church of Christ minister.
He is survived by his son, Larry “Dude” Jones and wife, Susan, of Tenaha; grandchildren, Justin Jones and Bailey Jones, both of Tenaha; aunts Frankie Gerhard, Helen McKey and Mildred Tipton, all of Edna; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Jones; parents; brothers Leroy Jones and Raymond Lee Jones.
Pallbearers were Justin Jones, Bailey Jones, Leroy Newman, Otis Pleasant, Allen Pinnick and Donny Fountain.
Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, March 24, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. A funeral service was held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, March 25, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Jerry Gannon officiating. Interment followed at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements under the direction of Watson & Sons Funeral Home, 936-598-4331.
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Roger Lewis "Louie" Christy

March 29, 2016, 10:41 am
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Roger Lewis (Louie) Christy, Sr., 51, of Edna, Texas went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 23, 2016. 
Louie was a loving and devoted husband, father, son, crawpaw (grandpa), brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Louie loved all of his family, and especially enjoyed spending time with his wife and grandchildren. Louie loved spending the weekends in San Antonio with his family. Louie enjoyed attending flea markets and living his life to the fullest. One of Louie's favorite things to do was watch KU Jayhawks basketball, especially with his dad.
Louie grew up in Missouri, and moved to Texas; where he met his wife Shannon. Louie worked hard, which allowed him to graduate with his Associate Degree in Instrumentation. Louie was the heart and soul of his family, and would do anything for anyone.  Louie was a wonderful human being, generous and charming to all, and had a great sense of humor. He will always be remembered by those who were honored enough to know him. Louie would always make sure to tell his family and some friends that he loved them. Louie will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. 
Those left to honor his memory are his wife: Shannon Christy, (Powers), parents, Roger and Janice Christy, Cathy and Ed Justus and Corky and Jean Powers; his children Roger Christy, Jr.(Lesli), Tanguery Christy (Maxine), Geoffrey Christy (Melissa), Breanna Beckley, Blake Sbrusch (Brittany), and Clint Sbrusch; grandchildren  Ayden, Bentley, Arabella, Alize`, Trillion, Action, Cash, Ashton, Priest, Kati, and Jaidyn; siblings Bambi, Jamie McKinstry, Angela Christy, Heather Christy, Chris Christy, Becky Clark, Shelly Smith, Thomas Wething, and Patrick Wething. Louie is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. 
Louie was preceded in death by his grandparents Lewis and Jewell Christy; his brother Lokilo Christy; and son-in-law, Arthur Jackson, Jr.
The funeral service was held on Tuesday, March 29 at 10 a.m. at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. George Tompkins  officiating. Interment followed at Memory Gardens of Edna.
Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish at Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.
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Jane Hammack Browning

March 29, 2016, 10:42 am
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Jane Hammack Browning, 74, of Edna began her heavenly journey on March 26, 2016. 
Jane’s great loves were her family, church and dear friends. Her family fondly remembers her love of poetry and the family gatherings she hosted. Jane loved playing bridge, attending the UMW circle meetings and the Wine and Read gatherings with her friends. Jane taught elementary school for 41 years and often shared one of her favorite quotes by Edwin Markham with her students: “There is a destiny which makes us brothers; none goes his way alone. All that we send into the life of others comes back into our own.”
She is survived by her daughter Hope Browning of Katy, and her granddaughter, Kirsten Buzzell of Millington, Tenn.  Jane is also survived by her sister, Jeanette Hammack Wharton and husband George of Dallas, and her brother, Robert Lee Hammack, of Kenedy. She is survived by her nephews Richard and Brian Wharton and Kevin and Christopher Hammack and their families. 
Jane will be joining her beloved husband, Coleman L. Browning, and her son Shane Lee Browning in a glorious reunion.  She was also preceded in death by her father, the late Pryor Lamar Hammack, and her mother Loretta Von Rosenberg Hammack. 
A celebration of Jane’s life will be held at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Edna at 11 a.m. on April 9. 
Memorials can be made to the First United Methodist Church of Edna or the charity of your choice.
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Otto "Sonny" Matus

March 30, 2016, 10:39 am
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Otto F. "Sonny" Matus, 75, passed away on Wednesday, March 30 2016. He was born on Feb. 18, 1941 in Ganado to Otto O. and Sophie Sablatura Matus.  
Otto worked for and retired from Alcoa after 30 years of service. He loved to hunt and to fish with his grandchildren. Otto will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Otto is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Lue Kubecka Matus; and their four sons, Harvey, Scott, Kenneth and his wife Debbie, Randy and his wife Lori; six grandchildren, and one great-grandchild; two sisters, and one brother, Josephine Janak and Genevieve Buenger, and Johnny Matus and his wife Betty.
Otto is preceded in death by his parents, also his brother Eugene.
Visitation will be Friday, April 1, 2016 at Ganado Funeral Home Chapel from 5:pm to 7:pm, with Rosary being recited at 7:pm
Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 2, at Assumption Catholic Church at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Michael Lyons officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Ganado.
In Lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contribution be sent to The Ganado Fire Department or Assumption Catholic Church.
The services have been entrusted to Ganado Funeral Home, 361-771-2120.
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Bobby Ray Goff Mashaw

March 30, 2016, 1:08 pm
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Bobby Ray Goff Mashaw, died Friday, March 25 in Ganado where he has resided for the past four years. 
Bobby was born June 9, 1953 in Charleston, Ark., but grew up in San Marcos. Upon graduation from San Marcos High School in 1972, Bobby attended A&M University where he graduated from Fireman School. After graduation, he was employed by the San Marcos Fire Department. Following his employment in San Marcos, he joined the Harris County Fire Fighters Association and was a fireman and EMT for Spring Branch and Bellaire Fire Departments of Houston. In 1980, Bobby was employed by Southern Pacific Transportation Company as a brakeman. In the late 80s he was a contractor/carpenter building homes in New Mexico, Arizona, and South Texas. Upon his return to Texas, he moved to Brackenridge State Park in Edna where he served as “Camp Host” until he became ill. Bobby loved greeting and helping campers enjoy the beauty of the camping experience.  He enjoyed getting to know people from all around the state.
He is survived by his sister, Sharon Whitley, husband Henry Whitley, Jr. of Edna, nephews Clay Whitley, and wife, Worth Whitley, and Jake Whitley and wife, Stephanie Whitley, all of Edna; niece Susan Whitley Eidson and husband, Lee Eidson of Pearland; great-nephews William Eidson, Luke Eidson, Noah Eidson, and Mac Oyler; great-nieces Lucy Whitley, Madeline Whitley, Anna Correll Stuart, Crystal Goff and Nicole Cloyd.
Bobby is preceded in death by his mother, Alice Marie Bolton Goff, father, Gilbert Mashaw, stepfather, Vendle LL Goff, brother, Ricky Joe Goff, and daughter, Marcia Lynn Mashaw.
A memorial service will be held at Memory Lawn in San Marcos at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 2.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice of South Texas, Ganado Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, and First Baptist Church of Edna, Texas.
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James "Dale" Crawford

April 3, 2016, 2:38 pm
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James “Dale” Crawford, age 85, a resident of Kingsland, died Thursday, March 31, 2016, in the Heart Hospital of Austin. Dale was born in East Point, La. 
He had a long and successful career with Mobil Exploration & Producing, starting at the age of 18. He loved the company and the many friends he made along the way. He retired in 1992 and was very proud when Mobil Oil honored him and his family for 145 years of service beginning with his stepfather Albert Golson and his two sons Roger and Donald Crawford. Donald continued another 24 years, retiring in 2015.
Dale and his wife, Natalie, enjoyed 23 years of retirement to their fullest. They chose Llano for its beautiful hills and river.  He chose a home on the Llano River, where he could share his love for family, friends and food.  Every spring, Dale and Natalie would host a Blue Bonnet picnic weekend for all of his church family and their friends. This fellowship left lasting memories for all involved. 
His first love for his Lord and Savior provided guidance for him and his family through the years. The “one thing needful” kept the family close.
He is survived by his wife Natalie, children: Roger (Vickie), Donald (Lillian) Nanette Slaton (Gary), five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. 
He is preceded in death by his older brother, Duane and his first-born daughter, Connie “CJ”.
The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 5 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Edna with the Rev. Andrew Schroer officiating.  
Memorial donations may be made to Living Word Academy of Marble Falls, Texas.
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Eva Castro Pena

April 3, 2016, 2:53 pm
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Eva Castro Pena, 85, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2016. She was born on May 14, 1930 in Goliad to Encarnacion and Anastasia Castro. Eva was a long time member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Edna and a member of the Catholic Daughters of St. Agnes Catholic Church. She worked as a life-long seamstress. Eva was a lovely lady with a beautiful soul.  Eva is survived by daughters Estella Castillo and husband Marcelino of Houston, Esther Smithwick and husband Jessie of Edna; son Miguel (Mike) Pena and wife Cynthia of Goliad; nine grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren; brothers Encarnacion "Chon" Castro, and Guadalupe Castro; a nephew she helped raise Adrian Castro and wife Trish of Victoria; many nieces, nephews, other family members and good friends.  
Eva is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Alberto S. Pena; an infant daughter Esther Pena; parents Encarnacion and Anastasia Fuentes Castro; brothers, Jesus Fuentes, Consa Castro, Manuel Castro, and Adan Castro; sisters, Santos Fernandez, Salome Castro, and Albesa Castro; and nephew she helped raise, Frank Espinoza.  
Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 3 at Slavik Funeral Home Chapel with a Rosary recited at 6 p.m. Funeral service will be Monday, April 4 at St. Agnes Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Michael Petering officiating. Interment will follow at the Edna Latin American Cemetery.  
Pallbearers are Jesse Smithwick Jr, Jacob Smithwick, Toby Castillo, Tony Castillo, Troy Pena, and Eric Pena.  
Honorary pallbearers are Stephen Smithwick, Jason Smithwick, Patricia Smithwick, and Adrian Castro.  
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Catholic Daughters of St. Agnes Catholic Church. 
The services have been entrusted to Slavik Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St., Edna, Tx., 77957, 361-782-2152.
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Minnie Hines

April 5, 2016, 8:05 am
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Minnie Robinson Hines, 98, of Edna passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2016. She was born Dec. 29, 1917 in Morales, to Willie and Stella Robinson. 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Hines, daughter, Fauceletti Hines Ramey, and grandson Sedrick Darrell Callis. 
She leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters, Estella Eid and Elaine Callis, four sons, Eldridge Hines, Leonard Hines, Micheal Hines, and Curtis Hines, 18 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held Saturday, April 2, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Edna with burial at Hines Cemetery. Final arrangements entrusted to Cook-Butler Funeral Home & Chapel, Edna, 361-782-3821.
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Doris DeBruhl

April 5, 2016, 8:06 am
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Doris Jean Fitch DeBruhl, 77, passed away Friday, April 1, 2016. She was born April 10, 1938 to Theo and Nettie Fitch.
She is survived by sons, Walter G. Evans III of Edna and Joseph T. DeBruhl of Houston; sisters Velma Moseley of Robstown, Mildred Dolezal and Sybil Srp of Hallettsville, Tricia (Jimmy) Koop, Sandra (Gene) Adamek and Becky (Don) Gillespie of Edna.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Ruth Fehr.
Special thanks to Sharon Mathews and Keridon of Houston for being like a daughter and granddaughter to her. She loved you like her own.
Also, our gratitude to all the employees and families of Southbrooke of Edna. We could not have done without you during this last month.
As per her wishes she was cremated and no services will be held.
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W.H. Bishop Jr.

April 5, 2016, 12:25 pm
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William Henry “W.H.” Bishop Jr., 78, died March 31, 2016 in Lafayette, La. He was born Sept. 10, 1937 to William and Cliffie Bishop.
Mr. Bishop was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Ganado where he and his late wife, Babs, shared a passion for the preservation of the church and working with the youth. He was actively involved in the community. Although not born in Texas, he truly loved Texas and considered himself a true Texan. He was the founding father of the Jackson County 100 Club as a result of his tremendous respect for the law enforcement community. 
W.H. was known as Paw Paw to his grandchildren and took pride in taking them to Formosa-Tejano Wetlands located on the farm he so loved and managed, Tejano Farms. He was especially proud of the W. H. Bishop Classroom, a Calhoun County ISD Outdoor Educational Facility named in his honor. Prior to moving to Texas, W.H. worked for Deltic Farm and Timber Company owned by Murphy Oil Corp. where he managed Ashley Plantation East. 
He is survived by his stepson, William “Keith” Calvert and wife Monica of Lafayette, La.; daughter, Darla Bishop Jones of Houston; sister, Carlyn Heugatter and husband, Roy; brother, Charles Bishop and wife, Nancy; and grandchildren, Lauren “BJ” Calvert, Danielle “Dani” Calvert, Jeremy Warrington and Kelli Warrington.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Barbara “Babs” P. Bishop, parents, William and Cliffie Bishop; son, William H. “Bill” Bishop III, and brother, Billy Wayne Bishop.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 10, at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of Ganado. Mr. Bishop will be laid to rest at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Lafayette, La. 
The family would like to extend special thanks the staff and families of Cedar Crest Personal Memory Living Facility in Lafayette, La. for their exceptional compassion and care given to “Bishop” as they so lovingly called him. Also special thanks to his bookkeeper and dear friend, Carmalita Gonzales, Sheriff Andy Louderback, Constable Curt Gabrysch and the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to First United Methodist Church of Ganado Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 345, Ganado, TX 77962 or The Alzheimer’s Association.  
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Earney Yendrey

April 11, 2016, 9:53 am
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Earney S. Yendrey, 70, formerly of Edna, passed away Sunday April 10, 2016. Born March 24, 1946 in Edna, to the late Noyeal and Edna Kulow Yendrey.
Earney is survived by his sisters, Shirley New and husband Ernest, Deborah Drought and husband Brett, and Eunice Reeder; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Earney is preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Noyeal "Tommy" Yendrey.
Visitation will be Tuesday April 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Slavik~Edna Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. The funeral service will be Wednesday, April 13, at St. Agnes Catholic Church with a rosary recited at 10 a.m. and services to follow at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Michael Petering officiating. Interment will follow in the Memory Gardens Edna Cemetery.
Earney's pallbearers will his nieces and nephews.
Services are entrusted to Slavik~Edna Funeral Home, 209 N. Allen St. Edna, 361-782-2152.
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Howard Bennett

April 11, 2016, 9:54 am
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Howard Charles Bennett, age 67 of Hockley, Texas passed away on April 6, 2016. 
Howard Bennett was a simple man, preferring to spend his time at home amongst his family, never feeling the need to venture far away, since he had everything he needed and loved right there at home. Howard found peace and comfort in life's little joys, like tending his cattle and other animals, building and welding things, and enjoying drives through the beautiful Texas countryside. His kind heart and caring manner, along with his often surprising dry wit, brought many a smile to all who knew him. 
He is preceded in death by his mother, Gladys Bennett, and survived by his father, JR Bennett; his wife, Annette Bennett; his son, Michael Bennett and wife Pam; his daughters, Lisa Whitley and husband Chip, Beth Hempton and husband Patrick; sisters, Laverne Konarik and husband Mike, Judy Dunbar and husband Bennie, Nelda Roecker and husband Geren; grandchildren, Alison and Madison Bennett, Jake, Chase, and Tanner Whitley; sister-in-law, Carolyn Sparks and husband Billy, as well as numerous other family members and friends.
Visitation was Sunday, April 10 at Canon Funeral Home in Waller, Texas. Funeral services were Monday, April 11 at 1:30 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church,  Ganado, with Pastor Christopher Heinold officiating. Interment will follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Ganado.  
Arrangements under the direction of Canon Funeral Home & Monument Co. (936) 372-3683.
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Louise Siller

April 11, 2016, 10:04 am
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Louisa Garcia Siller, of Edna, passed away on Monday, April 4, 2016 at the age of 82. She was born in Edna on Oct. 9, 1933, to the late Ben Garcia, Sr. and Elvera Sanchez Garcia.
Louisa is survived by her son, Louis Garcia and his wife Sofie; daughter-in-law, Mary R. Garcia; grandchildren, Joe Robert Garcia, Jr., Jason Lee Garcia, Brandi Garcia, Lee Garcia, Jadrin Garcia; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who will be truly missed.  
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jesse Siller; son, Joe Robert Garcia, Sr.; sisters, Martina Zambrano and Elvia Solis; brothers, John Garcia, Richard Deleon, Ben Garcia, Jr., and ToTo Garcia; grandson, Thomas Rodriguez, Sr.  
A memorial service was held on Thursday, April 7, at 10 a.m. in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Andrew Schroer officiating.  
Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
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Evelyn Sokol

April 11, 2016, 10:05 am
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Evelyn Marie Sokol, 91, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2016. She was born Dec. 18, 1924 in St. John, Fayette County, Texas to the late Willie and Sylvia Hluhan Mitchon.
Survivors are her daughters, Lorene Roznovsky of Ganado and Anna Migl of Austin; son, Bob Sokol of Houston; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Alton; two grandsons; brothers, Bill, Bob and Erwin Mitchon; and sister, Sylvia Bartosch.
A rosary was held on April 6 at Thiele Cooper Funeral Home.
Funeral mass was April 7 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rev. Matthew Huehlefeld officiating. Interment followed at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Endowment Fund.
Arrangements by Thiele Cooper Funeral Home, 361-293-5656.
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Ted Turner Sr.

April 19, 2016, 3:02 pm
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Ted L. Turner, Sr., 91, died Monday, April 11, 2016 in Corpus Christi, Texas. Ted had a long and successful career as a registered landscape architect and nurseryman in South Texas, and was known nationally and internationally through his hybridization of oleander plants. He held nine U.S. Plant Patents.
Ted's wife, the late Elaine Koop Turner, was his lifelong business partner. They were married for 68 years. 
Ted was born July 29, 1924 in Richmond, the only son of the late E. A. and Lee Miller Turner. He grew up in Big Creek, Texas, near Richmond, and moved with his family to LaSalle during his high school years. He graduated from high school in Vanderbilt where he met and later married his high school sweetheart, Elaine Koop Turner. Ted Sr. served in the U.S. Army during World War II.
Ted and Elaine owned and operated nurseries in Edna, Premont, and Corpus Christi over a period of 50 years. Their last nursery, Turner's Gardenland on South Padre Island Drive, was a family corporation with their oldest son, Ted. L. Turner, Jr. It was founded in 1973 and continues as a family business under Ted Jr.'s leadership.
Ted Sr. received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Oleander Society in 1995 for his outstanding contributions to the development of new oleander varieties, especially some of his dwarf varieties that are grown throughout Corpus Christi and around the world, most notably in Germany, Austria, and Hungary. Ted Sr.'s Nerium oleander "Carnival" was reviewed in 2012 by Mariann Hamori, Hungary's leading oleander expert, in her book Leanderoazis (An Oleander Oasis). Along with his wife, Ted Sr. was also an honoree of the South Texas Botanical Garden & Nature Center's Botanica 2007 event.
Ted Sr. has been a long-time member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Corpus Christi.
He is survived by four children, Ted L. Turner, Jr. (Sherrie); Dr. Michael M. Turner (Jean); Shari Delaine Parker (Jim); and Anthony Koop Turner. Ted had nine grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Ted Sr. is also survived by two sisters, Juanita "Beeb" Turner of Austin and Marinelle Turner Carroll of League City.
Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, April 15, at Trinity Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod Parish Hall. A memorial service was at 1 p.m., Saturday, April 16, at Trinity Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod, Corpus Christi. Interment followed in the Premont Cemetery, Premont.  
In lieu of flowers, The Turner Family requests that donations be made to The Wenholz House, 1200 l0th Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78404.  
Funeral arrangements under the direction of Maxwell P. Dunne Funeral Service, Inc. of Corpus Christi, Texas.
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Shirley Hopes

April 19, 2016, 3:02 pm
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Shirley Hopes, 69, of Edna, passed away April 11, 2016 in Victoria. She was born Jan. 26, 1947, in Edna, to the late Robert Reed Jr. and Myrtle Allen Reed.
She is survived by her husband, Willie James Hopes, daughter, Kimberly Montgomery, son, Norvell Montgomery, two brothers, Robert Allen Reed and Viron Reed, two grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation was Friday, April 15, at Cook-Butler Funeral Home & Chapel. Funeral Services were held Saturday, April 16 at Scruggs United Methodist Church in Edna. Burial followed at Sayles Cemetery. 
Final arrangements entrusted to Cook-Butler Funeral Home 361-782-3821.
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George Doelitsch

April 19, 2016, 3:06 pm
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George Doelitsch, 89 of Rockdale, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2016 in Giddings. 
George was born January 29, 1927 in Austin to Edgar and Marie (Schwing) Doelitsch. He married Nell Rose Seals on April 3, 1948 in Austin where they lived before moving to Rockdale 58 years ago. George worked for ALCOA for 36 years before retiring in 1988. He worked in the Anode Department and was the head tractor operator in the Carbon Department. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Rockdale. George enjoyed doing yard work, taking his wife Nell shopping and being with his family.
He is preceded in death by his grandson, Dusty Doelitsch; brother, Edgar Doelitsch; and sisters, Helen Alvarez, Josie Harrison, and Eleanor Hodge.
George is survived by his wife of 68 years, Nell Rose Doelitsch of Rockdale; sons Rick Doelitsch and wife Bettie of Rockdale, David Doelitsch and wife Rola of Brenham, and Jimmy Doelitsch and wife Vickie of Edna; grandchildren, Aaron Doelitsch and wife Jennifer of Spring, Nathan Doelitsch and wife Marci of Milano, Georgann Smith and husband Jamie of Burton, Bobby Doelitsch and wife Jessica of Edna, David Doelitsch Jr. and wife Sarah of Brenham, Amy Doelitsch of Edna, and Christy Doelitsch White of Rockdale; 17 Great Grandchildren; nephew, Carey Seals; nieces, Helen Hobbs, Frances Lamb, Peggy Sullivan, and Frankie Stuksa; and sister-in-law, Helen Seals of Cedar Park.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 21 at Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home with Pastor Greg Spears officiating and burial following at I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Visitation will be held the same day as the service at the funeral home from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Texas, 3520 Executive Center Drive, Austin, Texas 78731 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, Tennessee 38101-9908.
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Michael Anthony Fassino

April 26, 2016, 11:04 am
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Michael Anthony Fassino, of Edna, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at the age of 77. He was born in Depue, Ill. on Jan. 20, 1939, to the late Anton Joseph Fassino and Eleanora Marietta Fassino.
Michael worked as a band director in Spring Branch, Edna, Refugio and El Campo ISDs. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, teacher and friend who will be truly missed. 
Michael is survived by his wife, Doris Regina Simons Fassino; daughters, Regina Schneider of McKinney and Catherine Ozment of Edna; brother Fred Fassino; grandchildren, Michael Schneider, Travis Schneider, Nicole Schneider, Brittany McFadden, Courtney Janecek and Ashley Dorsey; and five great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 28 from 6 to 8 p.m., in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. The memorial service  will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 29 in the First United Methodist Church of Edna. Rev. David King will be officiating.  A time of fellowship will be held following the memorial service in the First United Methodist Church fellowship hall.
As a memorial to Mike Fassino’s dedication to music education, the family would like to support the Texas Music Educators Association Scholarship Program to support students entering the music profession.  
Friends and family who would like to contribute in lieu of flowers may do so by accessing the website at http://tinyurl.com/Fassino-Memorial.
Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
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Lon Drushel

April 28, 2016, 8:51 am
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Lon Ransom Drushel, 93, of Edna, Texas, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2016. He was born in Edna, Texas on October 11, 1922, to the late Solomon Gilbert and Margaret Melissa Haley Drushel. In addition to his late parents, he is predeceased, by his wife, Ellen Henry Drushel.He is survived by four children, Lon R. Drushel Jr., S. Henry Drushel and his wife Lois, Margaret D. McClamroch and husband Jim, Carol D. Arter and husband Jim.

He was known as “Grandaddy” to Kyle Drushel, Molly Drushel, Haley Sheppard and husband Branch, Caitlin Tew, Sarah A. Moses and husband Edward. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren Reid, Jackson, and Ellen Sheppard.Loving the outdoors he learned to hunt and fish at an early age and continued with these activities throughout his life passing on these skills to his children and grandchildren.

Always with a mind for business, he started his first at the age of 10.

He and his lifelong friend and first business partner Callaway Vance sold snow cones on Saturdays in downtown Edna

 

After graduating from Edna High School he attended The University of Texas. Before earning his degree, WWWII broke out, and he joined the Army Air Corp. Stationed at Marfa he was instructor pilot to students of the UC-78 aircraft. After completing his military service Lon returned to Edna and began his first ranching experience. He married Ellen Louise Henry on February 15, 1947.

 

Lon continued to raise cattle and at one time horses. He was an accomplished carpenter having built several of his own boats. While always active in different business ventures he served as the President of the Jackson County State Bank until his retirement in 1985. Lon was also in the Oil and Gas Industry in which he was involved until his death.

 

He will be remembered for his wisdom, integrity, fairness, quick wit and great sense of humor.

 

A Memorial service will be held at the Edna Presbyterian Church on Monday, May 2, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Luncheon to follow in the fellowship hall.

 

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Edna Presbyterian Church, 502 Apollo, Edna, Texas 77957 or Hospice of South Texas, 605 E. Locust Ave, Victoria, Texas 77901.

 

Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.

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Ashtain Duane Barnes

May 6, 2016, 7:58 am
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Funeral services for Ashtain Duane Barnes of Houston will be Saturday, May 7 at 11 a.m. at Shiloh Baptist Church in Edna.

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