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Edward Joseph John

December 15, 2015, 1:11 pm
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Edward Joseph John of Carrizo Springs died Nov. 13 in San Antonio following a brief illness. He was 85 years old. Born Dec. 9, 1926 in DeWitt County on the family farm, he was the sixth of nine children reared by Thomas and Josie Maron John.

At age 18, Edward went to work for Southwestern Bell Telephone as a construction lineman before entering the U.S. Army in 1951 where he saw combat service in the Korean Conflict. He received the Bronze Star for Service advancing to the rank of sergeant. Edward returned to work for Southwestern Bell as a telephone installer and repairman in Kingsville and later as a combination man in Carrizo Springs. He retired from the company with 42 years service in 1992.

While working with a telephone line construction crew in Hebbronville, Edward met Jeanne Kubala. The two were married Feb. 20, 1954 in Yorktown. Together, they reared five children, moving to Carrizo Springs in 1963. Jeanne served as Dimmit County Tax Assessor-Collector for 22 years. They were married 38 years before she preceded him in death on Dec. 6, 1992.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, brothers Anton, Bill, Frank, Tommy and sisters Sally and Elizabeth.

During his retirement, Edward managed several ranches and ran cattle. He served as a director for the Dimmit County Junior Livestock Association and was a member of the American Legion Clarence Mobley Post 359. He was also a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

Edward is survived by a brother, Daniel John of Houston; a sister Margaret Moczygemba of Hobson; three sisters-in law: Pauline John of San Antonio, Doris John of Nordheim and Isabel John of Victoria; three sons Stephen (Emmalie) John of Levelland, William(Nancy) John of Burnet, and Joey (Shari) John of Carrizo Springs; two daughters Susan Teeter of Corpus Christi and Beverly Lebherz of San Antonio; 13 grandchildren: Jason (Courtney) John of Corpus Christi, Justin (Shannon) John of Little Elm, Jordan John of Austin, Kathryn (Abel) Perez of Levelland, Greg (Michelle) John of Lubbock, Sarah John of Lockhart, Christopher (Brittany Winner) John of Lansing, Mich., Katryna John and Jay-P John of Carrizo Springs, Loyce Teeter and Kadee Teeter of Corpus Christi, and Patrick Lebherz and Abby Lebherz of San Antonio; and eight great-grandchildren.

Mass of Resurrection was celebrated at Our lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Carrizo Springs on Nov. 17 with Fr. Francisco Quiroz as the celebrant and the interment with full military honors followed in Mt. Hope Cemetery in Carrizo Springs under the direction of the Leonard Funeral Home, a member of the International Order of the Golden Rule. Edward’s seven grandsons served as pallbearers.

The family requests that memorials be made to the Dimmit County Junior Livestock Show Association in Carrizo Springs.

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Steven L. Sievers

December 15, 2015, 4:32 pm
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Steven L. Sievers, 61 of Yorktown, passed away Tuesday Dec. 8, 2015. He was born Aug 31, 1954 in Yorktown to the late L.C. and Minnie Sucher Sievers.  He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

He is survived by his nephews Jeff (Kayla) Sievers and Josh Sievers, great niece Kendall Sievers and sister-in-law Penny Sievers.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Kathy Sievers and brother Arlan Sievers.

Visitation was from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10 at Massey Funeral Home. Memorial service was at 10 a.m. Friday Dec. 11 at Massey Funeral Home.

Visitors and guests are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.masseyfh.com.

Arrangements by Massey Funeral Home, Yorktown, 361-564-2900.

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Judy Copenhaver

December 21, 2015, 8:10 am
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Judy Jacob Copenhaver, loving wife, mother and abuelita (grandmother) passed away Friday, Dec. 18 at her home in Cuero surrounded by family.
 
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Barry Copenhaver; children, Scott and Ineke Copenhaver, Jill and Lonnie Trevino, and Leah  Copenhaver; grandchildren, Carson, Justin and Max Copenhaver, and Maya Trevino.
 
Judy enjoyed an incredible life, she retired from the U.S. Department of State after 20 plus years where she received numerous awards for her service to the U.S. Government.
 
Judy and Barry lived in exotic, exciting and sometimes war torn places. They survived several coup d'états. They experienced a camel safari in the Rajasthan desert in India, panned for gold in the rivers of Panama and enjoyed the incredible wild life of Africa on safaris with friends.
 
Her adventurous life can be envied by many, but lived only to the fullest by her. She is loved and missed!
 
Services were held at the First Presbyterian Church in Cuero, Monday, Dec. 21 at 10 a.m. with Pastor Bill Cotman officiating.
 
In lieu of flowers, Judy requested donations to the Robert W. Post Memorial Scholarship Fund, a charity near and dear to her heart. Robert W. Post Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Sara Post Meyer, P.O. Box 110, Cuero, Texas 77954.
 
You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.
 
Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.
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Carroll Ley

December 21, 2015, 8:16 am
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Carroll Eugene Ley, 79, of Somerville passed away on Friday, Dec. 18, 2015. Visitation is set for Monday, Dec. 21, at Strickland Funeral home in Somerville, Texas, at 1 p.m. Service to follow at 2 p.m.
 
Carroll Eugene Ley was born Aug. 6, 1936, in Cuero, to the late Albert and Verna Ley. Carroll graduated from Cuero High School in 1954. He attended classes at Victoria College.
 
Carroll wore many hats throughout his life, working as a beer distributor for Carling Black Label, Schlitz and Miller High Life.
 
He worked for the Texas Railroad Commission and served as Cuero's Fire Chief for many years. He owned the Western Auto in Cuero and was part owner of Cuero Food Craft, where he was also the butcher. Later in life Carroll was owner and operator of Gate Security Services, offering oilfield services in Texas and Louisiana.
 
In May 1992, Carroll married Karen Gilbert Lehmann of Devine, Texas. There was not a woman on this earth more perfectly suited to love and care for him.
 
As owner of Gate Security Services, his clients knew that when Carroll was called the job was done right the first time. He took immense pride in the work he did and his relationships across the state speak to that.
 
More recently, Carroll assisted his wife, Karen, with her catering company, Jezebelles Catering and Specialty Foods. He himself was quite the grill master and there was often debate about who the "head" Jezebelle was.
 
Carroll was not a man to mince words, but with that stark honesty came years of hard earned wisdom and the heart of a lion. When you were in, you were in, loved beyond measure. His guidance and funny stories were a blessing to those that loved him and will be greatly missed.
 
He had a knack for navigation, there was not a backroad or a small town in Texas that he had not been through. Chances are if you were going, he could tell you how to get there. Wherever he went, he always came across someone he knew.
 
When it came to the family and friends that he held dear the word no was not in his vocabulary. He gave freely of himself and lived to spoil his loved ones. You never knew what sort of wonderful gift or surprise he would show up with. On family trips he sneak off and return with treats for all.
 
He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Albert "Poozie" Ley. He is survived by his loving wife Karen Ley; his daughters, Karen Webb of Victoria, Valerie Weber (Scott) of Bryan; grandchildren, Alyssa Tinsley (Klaus), Zachary Prescott, Bella Weber; and great-grandchildren, Thomas, Kate and Jane Tinsley of Nursey, Texas.
 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Carroll Ley Memorial Scholarship for Leaders in Agriculture at Somerville High School. Arrangements have been entrusted to Strickland Funeral Home in Somerville.
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Bennie Bauer

December 21, 2015, 8:18 am
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Bennie Bauer, age 81, passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015.
 
He was born Jan. 29, 1934 in Gonzales to the late Benny and Julie Malatek Bauer.
 
He was a true cowboy with grit. He worked for over 65 years as a livestock handler in both Victoria and Cuero Livestock Auction Rings. He was tough but his tender side was for his beloved family.
 
Survivors are his wife of 64 years, Mary Louise Bauer of Cuero; sons, Jamey Bauer and wife Misty of Victoria, Billy Bauer of Cuero and Donald Bauer and wife Tina of Cuero; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; sister, Adell Hahn of Yoakum.
 
Preceded in death by his parents; son, Bennie Bauer Jr.; sister, Ruby Bolin.
 
Visitation was 4 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 20 at Thiele Cooper Funeral Home with Rosary to be recited at 6 p.m.
 
Funeral Service was 10 a.m., Monday, Dec. 21 at Thiele Cooper Funeral Home with Rev. David Berger officiating. Burial at Oak Grove Cemetery.
 
Pallbearers were Jamey Bauer Jr., James Welch, Joe Price, Mikey Urban, Bubba Noack, Jody Tillery and Lou Terry.
 
Honorary pallbearers were his fellow workers at Victoria and Cuero Livestock Commission.
 
Memorials may be given to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Cuero.
 
Arrangements by Thiele Cooper Funeral Home, 361-293-5656.
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Charlotte Hughes

December 21, 2015, 12:14 pm
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Charlotte Ann Hornback Hughes, born Sept. 8, 1937, passed away Dec. 19, 2015.
 
She is survived by her husband, Peter Hughes of Meyersville; sons, Michael Harper of Seale, Alabama, Tony Harper of El Reno, Oklahoma, Joe Harper of Joplin Missouri, Mark Harper of Carthage, Missouri; step-sons, Keith Hughes of Navarre, Florida, Marc Hughes of Mehama, Oregon; daughter Diane Harper of Meyersville; step-daughter Jana Summey of California; sister Shirley Reynolds of Carterville, Missouri and brother Gary Hornback of Oklahoma. She is also survived by 36 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
 
She was preceded in death by both of her parents and brothers Jim and John Hornback, her son Willie Harper and a great-grandson, David Wain Gray.
 
She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Memorial will be arranged at a later date.
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Cecil Davidson, Sr.

December 28, 2015, 6:36 am
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Cecil Melvin Davidson, Sr., 87, of Cuero passed away Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015. He was born Sept. 16, 1928 in San Benito to Ira and Julia Davidson. Cecil married Charlene Dodson on Aug. 28, 1993 in Ganado. He served in the United States Army and retired as a pipefitter and heavy equipment operator for Union Association.
 
He is survived by wife, Charlene Davidson; daughters, Jackie Twinn (Tom) of Cuero, Linda Koop (Wayne) of Edna; sons, Cecil Davidson, Jr., of Goliad, Clifford Davidson (Lisa) of Victoria, Lynn Dodson (Brenda) of Round Rock; sister Jimmy Young of Johnson City; brother, George Davidson, Sr. of Cuero; 12 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.
 
Cecil was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Bonnie Cox Davidson; grandsons, Quinton Davidson, Brian Twinn; and granddaughter Stephanie Koop Lambert.
 
Visitation will be held Tuesday, Dec. 29 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Freund Funeral Home with graveside services following at 1 p.m. at the Woodsman of the World Cemetery in Prairie Lea with Pastor Terry Brown, officiating.
 
Memorials may be made to Hospice of South Texas or Donor's Choice.
 
You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.
 
Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.
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William Rangnow

December 29, 2015, 8:07 am
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William H. Rangnow, 85, of Cuero passed away Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015. He was born April 22, 1930 in Meyersville. He married Bobbie Hart on June 29, 1961 in Portland, Texas.
 
He is survived by sons, Glenn Rangnow of Inez and Randy Rangnow of Cuero; and grandchildren, Alyvia and Jaxx Rangnow of Inez and Chance Rangnow of Cuero.
 
Services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
 
You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.
 
Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.
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Wilburn Arndt

December 29, 2015, 8:09 am
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Wilburn Earl Arndt, 87, of Lindenau passed away Monday, Dec. 28, 2015. He was born Aug. 6, 1928 in Lindenau to Adolph and Welhimina Kahlich Arndt. Wilburn married the love of his life, Dorothy Ann Frels, on Dec. 2, 1952 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Cuero. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving in the Korean Conflict, and a life member of Cuero VFW Post 3972, Westhoff American Legion Post 369, and the Grand Lodge of the Sons of Hermann. He was also a member of St. John Lutheran Church of Lindenau, the Lindenau Rifle Club and Past President of the Lindenau Community Cemetery. Wilburn was one of the original members of the Cuero High School band in the 1940's, was a faithful Gobbler fan who loved all sports, was a retired CISD bus driver, and served on the Westhoff ISD School Board. He was former co-owner of ABZ catering, and was a retired rancher, farmer, and meat/sausage processor. Wilburn loved to cook, play dominoes, and cherished time spent with his family.
 
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; daughter Barbara Hartman (Harold) of Cuero; son, David Arndt (Brenda) of Cuero; brother, Clarence Arndt (Alva) of Cuero; grandchildren, Bradley Hartman of Pearland and Medesa Rodriguez of Refugio; and five great-grandchildren.
 
Wilburn was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lee Alice Borchardt; and brother, Elo John Arndt.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, Dec. 30 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home. Services will be held Thursday, Dec. 31 at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church - Lindenau with Rev. William Hill officiating. Interment will follow at the Lindenau Community Cemetery.
 
Pallbearers are Bradley Hartman, Tomas Rodriguez, Randall Arndt, Michael Arndt, Oscar Wolter, Jr. and Ronnie Wolter. Honorary pallbearers include Jerry Tietz, Norman Kahlich, Delvin Arndt, Curtis Koenig, Ricky West, Stephen Rath, Boyd Carson, Dennis Lincke, Wilburn's five great-grandchildren, Dr. Dan Dugi and Dr. Raymond Reese.
 
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Lindenau Community Cemetery, Cuero VFW Post 3972 or donor's choice.
 
You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.
 
Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.
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Dovie Hess

December 31, 2015, 12:04 pm
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Dovie Lee DeDear Hess, 87, of Cuero passed away Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. She was born Aug. 23, 1928 in Cuero to the late Fred and Lydia Lee DeDear. Dovie married Vernon W. Hess, Jr. in Cuero, and they were married 57 years until his death in 2004. Dovie retired after 20 years in food service with Cuero ISD. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and was affectionately known as Granny.
 
She is survived by daughter, Dee Hall of Buda; sons, Mike Hess (Debora) of Cuero, Rick Hess (Jackie) of Baytown, Jeff Hess of Buda; brothers, Jerry DeDear of Hardin and Don DeDear of Victoria; special “son” Bubba Williams of Cuero; and her special “daughter” Peggy Boone of Cuero; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren with two great-grandchildren on the way.
 
She is preceded in death by parents; husband; sons, Jerry, Terry and Johnny Hess and grandson, James Alan Hess; four brothers and four sisters.
 
Visitation will be held in Cuero, Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016 at 9 a.m. with Services beginning at 10 a.m. at Freund Funeral Home with Deacon Leo Sharron officiating. Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.
 
Pallbearers are Jeff Hess, Derek Hess, Johnny Hess, Jr., Kevin Hess, Dale Clarke, and Ray Williams. Honorary Pallbearers include Jerry DeDear, Don DeDear, John Hesse, Ryan Smith and Bubba Williams.
 
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may go to National Kidney Foundation, Hospice of South Texas or Pet Adoptions of Cuero.
 
You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.
 
Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.
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Karissa Wimberly

January 4, 2016, 6:46 am
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Karissa Halley Wimberly, age 22, fought a courageous battle against cancer and earned her heavenly wings, Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015.
 
She was born Dec. 26, 1993 in Houston to Ronald Wimberly and Jennifer McClaran Werland.
 
Survivors are her parents, mother, Jennifer Werland and step-father, Michael Werland of Yoakum, father, Ronnie Wimberly of Montgomery, Texas; children, twins, Taylor and Kyndal Brower and Trenton Wimberly; sisters, Kaylynn Jones and Christen Werland of Yoakum; maternal grandfather, Albert and Sharon McClaran of Tomball, maternal grandmother, Leah Thomas of Yoakum and paternal grandparents, Ken and Janie Smith of Montgomery.
 
She was preceded in death by her uncle, Jason McClaran.
 
Funeral service is 10 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 6 at Thiele Cooper Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Bowden officiating. Burial at Hebron Cemetery.
 
Memorials may be made to help care for her children.
 
Arrangements by Thiele Cooper Funeral Home, 361-293-5656.
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Alfred M. Barfield

January 4, 2016, 7:21 am
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Alfred M. Barfield, 68, of Cuero, passed away on Dec. 31, 2015. He was born on July 14, 1947 in Thomaston to the late George and Erma Bryant Barfield.
 
He is survived by the mother of his children, Irene Barfield, his daughters, Deene Holmen (Lawrence), Erma Hawkins (Frank), Allison Barfield, Lisa Glover (Terry), and Erica Talley; sister, Shirley Brown, and brother, MacArthur Barfield. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, and four great- grandchildren.
 
Including his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters Angelia Barfield, and Claudine Barfield, and brothers Alloysius, Felix, Clifton, La’Vaughn, James, and Clarence.
 
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Bethany Baptist Church, with Rev. Terry Glover officiating. Services are entrusted to Heritage Funeral Home of Memory Gardens. To leave a comforting message, or to share a fond memory, please visit www.heritagefuneralhome.org.
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Edmond Plasczyk

January 5, 2016, 6:54 am
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Edmond Plasczyk, 90, of Yorktown, passed away Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015.  He was born Dec. 16, 1925 in DeWitt County to the late Joe and Sophie Lempa Plasczyk. He was a farmer/rancher, served in the U.S. Army and was a life member of Holy Cross Catholic Church.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years Alice Codling Plasczyk of Yorktown; children Shirley Keseling of McQueeney, Annie Plasczyk of Cedar Creek, Frances Plasczyk of Houston, Donna Plasczyk (Foster) and husband Steven, Diana Pawlik and David Plasczyk and wife Norma, all of Victoria. He is also survived by his grandchildren Joe Wills, Sherry Oakes, Plenty Williamson, Astin Perez, Ross Plasczyk, Angela Foster and April Pawlik, six great grandchildren and one great great grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Mary Jane Duderstadt, brother Victor Plasczyk, an infant brother, sisters Lillian Respondek and Irene Kelch, and three grandchildren Daniel Keseling, Monica and Meagan Plasczyk.

Visitation was from 5-7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 4 at Massey Funeral Home. A rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass was at 10 a.m. Tuesday Jan. 5, 2016 at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Interment followed at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery.

Pallbearers were his grandchildren. Honorary pallbearers were Anthony Moore and Victor Moore.

Memorial can be given to Holy Cross Catholic Church or Yorktown Voluntary Fire Department.

Visitors are invited to sign the online guest book at www.masseyfh.com

Arrangements by Massey Funeral Home, Yorktown, 361-564-2900.

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David Schneider

January 5, 2016, 6:59 am
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David Schneider, 62, of Mission Valley, passed away Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016.  He was born Sept. 30, 1953 in Yoakum to the late Albert and Evelyn Schaefer Schneider.

David retired from TxDot, was an avid hunter and golfer. He took pride in the Yorktown Country Club and 4-D Guest Ranch.

He is survived by his daughter Amanda Kern and husband Waylon, son Jason Schneider and fiancée Lisa, grandchildren Callie and Blake Kern. He is also survived by his companion Karen Dueser, brother Gale Schneider and wife LaVerne and sister Carolyn Jacob and husband Ronnie.

David was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5 at Massey Funeral Home, Yorktown. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Yorktown. Interment will follow at Yoakum Restland Cemetery in Yoakum.

Pallbearers will be Jon Riggs, Leroy Reinecke, Bruce Gohmert, Michael Janssen, Donald Jirkovsky and Paul Reitz.

Visitors are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.masseyfh.com

Arrangements by Massey Funeral Home, Yorktown, 361-564-2900

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Dorothy Caruthers Strieber

January 6, 2016, 7:16 am
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Dorothy Caruthers Strieber, 97, passed away Jan. 2, 2016. She was born June 10, 1918 in San Antonio and raised there. Dorothy (Dodi) attended Brackenridge High School and the University of Texas at Austin, where she received her B.A. in German and English in 1938.
 
In 1940, she married Edward Miles Strieber (Mickey) and had five children in five different states during his 20 years as a nuclear engineer and Air Force officer. Tulsa, Oklahoma; Garden City, Kansas; Hanford, Washington; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Dayton, Ohio; Washington, D.C.; and Bonn, Germany were their sequential homes. 
 
In 1965, she earned a masters degree in English and began a teaching career that climaxed in Austin, their first retirement home. She helped open Reagan High School. She and her team teacher developed the curricula for World Culture and the Humanities courses later adopted throughout the Austin School Sytem.
 
In 1987, she and Mickey moved to the brand new Air Force Village II in San Antonio, a community which she helped build over the next 29 years. Dodi contributed actively to the Catholic Community and the residents' council, and established and served on the still-thriving Juice Patrol in the Vista Health Care Center there. She was also an avid bridge player throughout her adult life.
 
Dodi is survived by her children: Mamie Helen Rockafellar of Seattle, Washington; Elizabeth Kay Schodek of Malden, Massachusetts; Edward Miles Strieber, Jr. and his wife, Pat Pope Strieber of Austin; Dorothy Ann Strieber of Grand Junction, Colorado; and Louis Charles Strieber of Yorktown; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
 
Dodi is the granddaughter of Michael and Anna Stark originally of Yorktown. Her late husband Mickey is one of the eight children of Mamie and Louis Strieber of Yorktown and was born and raised there.
 
A memorial mass in her honor will be celebrated at the Air Force Village II (now called Blue Skies of Texas West) on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 11 a.m. She will be interred with her late husband at Fort Sam Houston on Tuesday, Jan. 12 at 10:30 a.m.
 
In lieu of flowers, Dodi requested donations to: The Vista Health Care Center, 5100 John D. Ryan Blvd. San Antonio, TX 78245.
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Ray Karm

January 7, 2016, 11:52 am
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Ray Carrol Karm was born on Sept. 30, 1927, in Cuero to Willie and Beulah Karm and passed away on Jan. 6, 2016, in Houston. He was a successful contractor for more than 40 years, most of that time living in Corpus Christi. He married Louise Idell Rollin on Jan. 6, 1945, and together they had two sons, Rick and Mike. Ray felt that a man’s most important asset was his word and he lived that every day of his life. He loved hunting and fishing, but he would sacrifice success to make the trip a learning experience for his two sons. He built custom rifles and loved to spend time in his shop with woodworking projects for family and friends. He was also a huge dog lover, having had several during his lifetime.
 
For those that knew him well, the biggest love of his life was his wife, Louise, who passed away in 2007. Ray passed away on what would have been their 71st wedding anniversary. He was enormously kindhearted and friendly and never met a stranger.
 
Ray is survived by sons and daughter-in-laws, Rick and Brenda Karm, Mike and Leslie Karm; grandchildren, Kim Becton and husband, Matt, Kara Jordan and husband, Jay, Lindsey Karm, Christopher Karm and wife, Sarah; great-grandchildren, Pierce Becton and Kipton Jordan; brother, Eddie Karm; and nephews, Johnny Holland, Deryl Holland, Marvin Karm and Ronnie Karm.
 
Ray was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; sister, Willie Mae Holland; and brother, J.B. Karm.
 
Visitation will be held Friday, Jan. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home. Services will be Saturday, Jan. 9 at 1 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home with Pastor Terry Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
 
Pallbearers include Christopher Karm, Matt Becton, Jay Jordan, Deryl Holland, Charles Koehler, and Todd Patton.
 
You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.
 
Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.
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Leon A. Polzin

January 7, 2016, 12:33 pm
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Leon A. Polzin, 93, of Victoria died Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016 in Victoria.  He was born in Yoakum Oct. 16, 1922, to Edmund John and Katie Mae Polzin. Leon married Mary Greene Hobson July 5, 1944 in Victoria, and made their home and business in Cuero.
 
He graduated from Yoakum High School and went on to serve in the U.S. Army Air Corp as a private stationed in the South Pacific (Tinian Island – Army Specialized Training) during World War II. He was a skilled craftsman and carpenter and was the owner of Polzin’s Incorporated in Cuero for 40 years.
 
Leon was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, and past-president of the Cuero Lions Club. He was also a member of the First United Methodist Church of Cuero. He took great pride in his service to his country, his civic service to his community, and great comfort from his faith.
 
Leon was a devoted husband, loving and generous father and loyal friend to many. In addition to his dedication to his business and commitment to his family, Leon enjoyed fishing the coastal waters of Texas.
 
 Leon was preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Mary Hobson Polzin, by his parents and by his brother, Weldon Polzin.
 
 Leon is survived by four children, Ray Polzin of Victoria, Don Polzin (Debbie) of Victoria, Wayne (Laurie) Polzin of San Jose, California, daughter Mary Kathryn Cunningham (Elliott) of Brentwood, Tennessee, eight grandchildren including Kyle Polzin, Brian Polzin, Kari Polzin, John David Cunningham, Angela Cunningham, Jasmyn Guarin, John Douglas Polzin, and Hannah Polzin. He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren.
 
 Visitation will be at Freund Funeral Home beginning at 4 p.m. Saturday afternoon, Jan. 9. Funeral services will be at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10 at Freund Funeral Home.  Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery in Cuero.
 
Pallbearers are Kyle Polzin, Brian Polzin, Leon Fellers, Wallace Beck, Floyd Lange and Don Coker.
 
The family extends their sincerest thanks to his care givers and friends including staff and residents of Copperfield Village of Victoria, staff and residents of Brookdale of Victoria, staff of Citizens Medical Center, Hospice of South Texas, staff of Twin Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, and doctors Michael McLeod and Suruchii Kathpalia.
 
 Memorial Contributions may be made to Gulf Bend Center, 6502 Nursery Drive, Suite 100, Victoria, Texas 77904.
 
 You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.
 
 Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.
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Russell Lee

January 8, 2016, 9:04 am
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Roderick Russell Lee was born in Cuero and left his earthy life Dec. 4, 2015. He is survived by his wife Nancy, of Costa Rica; his mother Lorene Lee, of Cuero; and brothers James E Gardner (Debbie), and Richard Harrison Wheeler of San Antonio; one niece, two nephews and one great nephew.
 
Russell graduated from Cuero High School in 1994, where he played football for the Cuero Gobblers. In 1998, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, and he served our nation admirably. After receiving an Honorable Discharge from the Air Force, he served six years in the Texas National Guard, another part of his service to his country.
 
Russell attended ITT Technical Institution where he earned an Associate Degree in Electronic Engineering and was employed by Halliburton for years as a Computer Tech.
 
Russell Lee will be missed by many whose lives he touched in many ways; for his smile, and kind heart. He will never be forgotten. He loved living the pura vida, the pure life he lived in Costa Rica, for he was happy there and was able to live as he chose.
 
There will be a memorial service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 16 at First Presbyterian Church in Cuero.
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Andres Garza

January 11, 2016, 3:52 am
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Andres Garza, 87, of Nordheim, passed away Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016. He was born Feb. 17, 1928 in Nordheim. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church.

He is survived by his sisters Lydia Bryand, Armenia Salazar and brother Domingo Villarreal, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his mother Jesusa V. Erebia, brothers Santiago, Delfino and Luis Erebia and sister Maria Castillo.

Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 12 with rosary starting at 7 p.m. in the Massey Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be 1 p.m., Wednesday Jan. 13 at Holy Cross Catholic Church.  Interment will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Randy Castillo, Jeremy Castillo, Nick Garza, Brian Garza, Patrick Garza and Matthew Bryand.  Honorary pallbearers will be Luis Bryand, Justo Bryand, Paul Bryand, Ruben Bryand, Lupe Castillo, John Garza and Richard Garza.

Visitors and guests are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.masseyfh.com

Arrangements by Massey Funeral Home, Yorktown, 361-564-2900

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Bobby Guenther

January 11, 2016, 6:26 am
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Bobby Wayne Guenther, 62, of Cuero passed away Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016. He was born June 24, 1953 in Cuero to the late Henry L. and Nettie Inez Edgar Guenther. Bobby married the love of his life, Dianne Cessor, on July 17, 1974 in Cuero. He was a Cuero High School graduate and a State Final Gobbler fullback from 1970-1972. Bobby was a butcher at Smolik's Barbecue for many years. He loved fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family.
 
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Dianne Guenther; daughter, Crystal Lynn Guenther Webb and husband, Sean, of Cuero; sisters, Dorthy Caraway and husband, Ray, of Port Lavaca and Kathy Raven and husband, Bobby, of Bloomington; brother, Billy Joe Guenther and Peggy, of Schroeder; grandchildren, Emily Nicole Webb of Victoria and Ethan Tyler Webb of Cuero; and multiple nieces and nephews that were thought of as his own.
 
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Ruby Guenther.
 
Visitation will be held Tuesday, Jan. 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home. Services will be Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 2 p.m., at Freund Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Thompson officiating. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery.
 
Pallbearers include Stacy C. Cessor, Noah Bland, Tracy Lapp, Matthew Jackson, Blake Jackson, Roger Rickman, Joe Cardenas, Chris Zapata, and Andrew Mansfield. Honorary pallbearers include David James Cessor-Culver, Derek A. Cessor-Culver, Dustin C. Cessor-Culver, Russel Smolik, Jonathan Cardenas, Gabby Alaniz, Grover Cessor Sr., Willie C. Cessor Jr., Trey Cessor, David Caraway, Johnny Tumlinson, and Allen Roach.
 
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of donor's choice.
 
You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.
 
Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.
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