Rex Blane “Dutch” Schorre, 64, of Cuero, Texas, passed away Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016 at his residence. Rex was born to Elwyn F. and Charlotte Anne Schorre in the Burns Memorial Hospital in Cuero, Texas. He graduated from Cuero High School in 1970. During his high school years, he was a member of the Cuero High School Band playing the clarinet and the bass clarinet. It was during this time he received his nickname and CB handle of “Dutch.” During the Vietnam Conflict, Rex enlisted in and was honorably discharged from the National Guard. In 1977 “Dutch” began his career as a fireman for the City of Cuero from which he retired in 2003.

Over his 64 year life, Rex was known for his love of Polka music and his German heritage. As a young boy, Rex took up playing the accordion and up until his death, he could be found playing his squeeze box at town festivals all over Texas as a member of the Shiner Hobo Band or sitting in his swing on his front lawn serenading the neighbors. He was well known within the Texas Polka community. For 15 years, he hosted “Dutch’s Polka Parade” on Saturday mornings on Cuero’s local radio station KQRO and later through the Hallettsville radio station Texas Thunder Radio. Any time he attended dances or festivals, he always packed his accordion just in case he was asked to play and sing along with the band. When not playing his squeeze box, he could be found hanging out at local restaurants drinking tea or telling stories about “the good old days.” 

Rex had three children, Joe Daniel Schorre (Joanna) of Bryan, Frances Ann Schorre (deceased), and Miranda Lynn Schorre of New Braunfels. He was known as “Grospapa” to his five grandchildren: Angela Nicole Schorre, Gavin William Schorre, Faith Lynn Mendez, Joshua Jaden Schorre and Lela.

Rex is survived by his ex wife Libby Williams and ex wife Peggy Lynn Schorre of Nursery, brothers Jeff Schorre (Karyen) of Cuero, Steven Kent Schorre of Palestine, David Brent Schorre of Beeville, cousin Michelle (Charlie) Schlinke and step-brother and sisters Jan (Allan) Reagan of Leander, Pam (Terry) Haun of Meyersville, Valerie (Clay) Whites of Ingleside on the Bay, Mike (Mary Ann) Stubbs of Cuero along with many nieces and nephews.

Rex was preceded in death by his father, Elwyn Farris Schorre, mother Charlotte Ann Schorre, step mother Shirley Anne Stevens Schorre and daughter Frances Ann Schorre.

A family visitation will be held Friday, Sept. 16 at Freund Funeral Home in Cuero, from 4-6 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Cuero, where he was a lifelong member.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the St. Mark’s Lutheran Church “Acts 6” fund or the Cuero Volunteer Fire Department.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Martha L. Buch Hudgeons, 75, of Cuero passed away Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2016 at home. She was born April 14, 1941 in Edgar to William H. and Lorene Buch. Martha graduated Cum Laude from Cuero High School in May of 1959. While in high school Martha worked as well as attended classes at Baldwin Business College in Yoakum, Texas where she received  numerous certificates, acknowledgements and diploma.

Martha married her high school sweetheart, Gary Arlon Hudgeons, on June 7, 1959, by Pastor N.A. Sanders at the First Baptist Church of Cuero. She worked at DeWitt Co. ASCS Office and retired in July of 1996. Martha found joy and happiness in many things such as gardening, cooking, sewing, being outdoors, hunting and fishing with her husband, traveling and spending time with family, especially her granddaughters Rachael and Cari.

She is survived by daughter, Lettie Anne Hudgeons (Tiffany); granddaughters, Rachael  Kuhlman (Todd) and Cari Alvarado; sisters, Jean Causey and Betsy Buch.

She is preceded in death by parents, William H. Buch and Lorene Gatlin Buch; and husband, Gary A. Hudgeons; and brother David Buch.

Visitation will be held Friday, Sept. 23 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home. Services will be held Saturday, Sept. 24 at 10 a.m. at Freund Funeral Home with Pastor Larry Cheesman. Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Cuero and Hospice of South Texas.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Albert “Bubba” Hadamek II, 60, of Cuero passed away Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016. He was born Aug. 20, 1956 in Cuero to Albert and Nellwyn Riddell Hadamek. Albert graduated from Spring Branch High School in 1975. He was a hard working tradesman and was a member of the Cuero Masonic Lodge #409.

He is survived by his father, Albert Hadamek of Waller; sister Sandra Eubanks (Harold)of Houston; brother  Terry Hadamek of Bellville; niece Krysta Marberry of Houston; nephew Corey Marberry (Kristi) of Houston; great-nieces, Kayla and Kassidy Marberry of Houston; and great-nephew Colin “Bubba” Marberry of Houston.

He is preceded in death by his mother Nellwyn Riddell Hadamek; grandparents, Hattie and S.E. Hadamek of Cuero, Terry and Gladys Riddell of Cotulla; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Visitation will be held Monday, Sept. 26 at Freund Funeral Home from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a Rosary to begin at 6:30 p.m. Services to be held Tuesday, Sept. 27 at Freund Funeral Home at  1 p.m. with  Deacon Leo Sharron officiating. Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Michael’s Catholic Church and the Camal House Food Bank.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Conrow Carl Moritz, 69, passed away on Sept. 25, 2016. A very aggressive cancer took him away quickly and way too soon.

Conrow was born Sept. 15, 1947 in Cuero to Erwin and Leona Moritz. Growing up on a farm in Meyersville and being a son, he learned early what it meant to work. Conrow married the love of his life, Jackie Asbury, on April 27, 1966. He moved to Cuero as a young adult and lived there the remainder of his life.

Conrow loved the outdoors. He spent his retirement taking care of cattle in a couple of locations. He had a herd of sheep so he had some beautiful white Great Pyrenees dogs he was proud of to herd and protect them. He was also known in the local area as the “chicken man” for his tasty chickens and eggs. His flock included a variety of colorful chickens, turkeys, and guinea fowl from which he also incubated their eggs. He never stopped working even when he could have or even when he was in pain.

Conrow never met a stranger wherever he went. He would talk to anyone and sometimes for hours.  He could always find something humorous to make you smile or laugh. He was not someone you could or ever want to forget. The combination of his blue eyes and long white beard was a memorable one.

Conrow was dedicated to his wife and family. Through the years he also provided a home and guidance for many others in need. His caretaking was boundless and will forever be remembered by those whose lives he touched.

Conrow is survived by his wife, Jackie, his son, Conrow Moritz Jr. (Kim) of Anderson, his daughter Cindy Lange (Patrick) of Cuero, grandchildren: Conrow Moritz III, Kelsi Moritz, Caden Lange, Camdyn Lange, great-grandchildren, Conrow Moritz IV, Sawyer Moritz; siblings, Myrna Smith of Santa Barbara, CA, Wiley Moritz of Meyersville, Fay Hood of Rosenberg. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Geraldine Pullin and Betty Sue Moritz.

Visitation will be Tuesday, Sept. 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home. Services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. at Freund Funeral Home with Pastor Terry Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens.

Pallbearers include Conrow Moritz III, James Asbury, Michael Ray, Monty Key, Caden Lange, and Brandon Coleman.  Honorary pallbearers include Casey Smith and Chad Smith.

 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.

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Evelyn Bolds entered into eternal rest on Sept. 26, 2016 at the age of 79.

She was born on Aug. 16, 1937 to the late Ned and Arlinda Wilson Battles in Cuero.

Ms. Bolds worked for 45 years in long term care as an administrator, marketing admission, social and recreation activities, and was a lobbyist for the elderly.

She is survived by her daughter Shirley Lewis; brothers Minister James Jackson, Sr., Ned Battles, and Troy Battles; sisters Norma Mayfield and Pearline Burton; grandchildren Rev. Virgil Lewis, Minister Terrence Lewis, Krishnar Lewis, and Chandra Joi (Keith) Wade; great grandchildren Jared Nichols, Allegria Lewis Wright, J’Khaylaughn Lewis, James Lewis, Justice Lewis, JaNe’ Lewis Odoms, Tyrese Lewis, Jordan Lewis Odoms, Micah Lewis, Jaliona Lewis, Malachi Lewis, Keith Lewis Wade, Joseph Wade and Jaene Lewis.

In addition to her parents, Evelyn is preceded in death by her daughter Carolyn Pleasants; brother, Julius Carl Jackson; sisters, Christine Odoms and Mable Polk; and grandson Micah Pleasants.

A Celebration of Life for Evelyn will be held Friday evening, Sept. 30 beginning at 6 p.m. at Grace Memorial Chapel (formerly Heritage Funeral Home) with Bishop Paula Hopkins, officiating. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Oct. 1 beginning at noon at St. Paul Baptist Church in Brookshire, Texas with Pastor Charlie Tryles III, officiating; followed by a graveside service at 4:30 p.m. at Woodman Cemetery in Cuero.

To leave a comforting message, or to share a fond memory, please visit www.gracefuneralhome.net.

Evelyn Raye Frisbie Boothe, 90, of Cuero passed away Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016. She was born Sept. 10, 1926 in Cuero to Warfield Walter Frisbie and Ida Mae Conley Frisbie. Evelyn married Lee Cleveland (L.C.) Boothe Jr. in Cuero on March 21, 1947. She was a member of the VFW and American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and volunteered at school to help children read. Evelyn loved to play Bingo and Bunco with friends and was known as the Domino Queen. She also enjoyed traveling anywhere, anytime.

She is survived by sons, Michael Lee Boothe (Sandy) of Bryan and Roger Boothe (Linda) of Cuero; sister Bettye Jean (Frisbie) Davis of Houston; brother Warfield Walter Frisbie, Jr. of Victoria; grandchildren, Lee Cleveland Boothe IV (Iris), Lindsey Marie Boothe Hulsey (Shawn) of Victoria and four great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by parents, Warfield Walter Frisbie and Ida Mae Conley Frisbie; and husband L.C. Boothe.

Visitation will be held Thursday, Oct. 6 at Freund Funeral Home from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Services will be held Friday, Oct. 7 at Freund Funeral Home at 10 a.m. with Elder Jeb Owens officiating.Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery. Reception will be held at Primitive Baptist Church following interment.

Pallbearers will be Lee Boothe IV, Earl Boothe, Kerry Frisbie, Kenneth Boothe, Mitch Adams and Calvin Walters.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Primitive Baptist Church Stratton, Accolade Hospice or Donor’s Choice.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Elvera “Sis” Janssen Gips, 95, of Cuero passed away Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016. She was born near Nordheim on Nov. 13, 1920 to Willie and Elvia Reichert Janssen. She was baptized and confirmed in St. Paul Lutheran Church in Nordheim. She grew up in the Nordheim area and attended Nordheim schools and graduated valedictorian from Nordheim High. She attended Texas State College for Women in Denton for two years.

On Feb. 25, 1941, she married Ray H. Gips of Yorktown at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Nordheim and lived in Cuero. They had two children over the next seven years and she enjoyed being a stay at home mom. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, golf, going fishing at the coast, and later in life, her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In 1968 “Sis” returned to college and received her Bachelor’s Degree from Southwest University in San Marcos in May, 1970, Library Certification from Texas Woman’s University in Denton in August 1970 and her Master’s Degree from the University of Houston Victoria in 1975. While working toward her Master’s Degree she also taught a class at the University.

In 1970 she taught history at Cuero High School and in 1971 she became the Junior High School Librarian. She held this position until her retirement in May 1986. She was a life member of Texas State Teachers Association and a member of the Texas Library Association and Texas Classroom Teachers. After her retirement she did volunteer work at the Cuero Public Library. She was also a 60 year member of the Grand Lodge of the Order of the Sons of Hermann.

She was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Cuero where she and her husband sponsored the Intermediate Luther League in the 1960’s and she taught in the Sunday School.

She is survived by her daughter Julie Buenger (David ); son Will Gips (Lucille); her grandchildren, April LeMaster (Brian) and Amber Ward (Jeff); and her great grandchildren, Dane LeMaster, Barrett LeMaster, Tate LeMaster, Dylan Ward, Bronson Ward and Bode Ward.

Preceded in death by her husband of 59 years; her parents; her brother, Wilton T. Janssen; and her nephew Wilton T. “Teddy” Janssen, Jr.

Visitation will be held Saturday, Oct. 8 at 2 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church with Funeral Services following at 3 p.m. with Pastor Sharon Wiggins officiating. Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Aubrey Feril, Phil Mueller, Ottie Gips, Dale Murray, Billy Carnes and Donnie Caraway.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cuero Public Library or St. Mark’s Lutheran Church.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Dorian D. Thurk, 72, of Cuero passed away Oct. 6, 2016. He was born in Cuero on May 19, 1944 to the Late R.C. and Corine Knocke Thurk. Dorian married Carol Lynn Hahn on Jan. 20, 1967 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Cuero. They lived in Victoria for the first years of their marriage. He owned and operated Thurk Fabricating, Inc. and was active in the care of his land and cattle until he suffered a severe stroke in December, 2011. He was steadfast in his belief of preserving the Legacy of those who came before him and leaving it even better for the next generation. He instilled this strong legacy of dedication and stewardship of the land and cattle in his nephew, Ty Luddeke, and perhaps to the next generation also. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Cuero.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Carol, of 49 years and nine months; his brother, Dalton Thurk (Lillian) of Victoria; sister, Audrey Best of Houston, brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws: Myron and JoAnn Luddeke, James and Evelyn Hahn; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great - nephews.

Visitation will be held Sunday, Oct. 9 at Freund Funeral Home from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Services will be held Monday Oct. 10 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church at 10 a.m. with Pastor Sharon Wiggins officiating.

Pallbearers will be Ty Luddeke, Myron Luddeke, James Hahn, Paul Edmondson, Steve Lange and Fritz Landgrebe. Honorary pallbearers are Steve Duelberg, Art Dohmann and little great-nephews and great-niece, Truitt Luddeke, Austin Cowan, Wyatt Luddeke, Zane Cowan and Emma Luddeke.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church and Hospice of South Texas.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Florence L. Koenig, 81, of Yorktown, passed away Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016. She was born Nov. 17, 1934, in Yorktown to the late Herman and Katie Stelzel Goehring.

Florence was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Lambert Mokwa and Roland Koenig; and son-in-law, Roy J. Mueller.

She is survived by her children, Mary Ann Mueller, Laura K. Broll and Larry George Mokwa (Pamela); grandchildren, Heather Mokwa, Jonathon Mokwa and Travis Broll.

Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 11, at Finch Funeral Chapel.

Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, Oct. 12, at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Father Roger Hawes officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery.

You are invited to sign the online guest book at www.finchfuneralchapels.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Finch Funeral Chapel – Yorktown, 361-564-2277.

Amada H. Villa
Amada H. Villa, 71, of San Antonio, formerly of Yorktown, passed away Wedneday, October 12, 2016. She was born December 28, 1944 in Yorktown to the late Antonio and Tomasita Sepeda Villa. She was a faithful Catholic.
She is survived by her sisters, Stella Villa of San Antonio, Ramona Yanes of Yorktown, Mariann Santos of San Antonio, and Sylvia Medina of Stafford, VA; and brother, Robert Villa of Victoria.
She was preceded in death by her parents; infant sister, Rosita; brothers, Leon, Rudy, John, Joe, Mike and Raymond Villa; and sister, Rebecca Ovalle.
Visitation will be Friday, October 14, 2016 from 5 - 7 p.m. followed by a rosary at 7 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home.  Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 15 at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Westside Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Jay Santos, Ricardo Villa, Tom Villa, Pattie Yanes, Brandon Villa and Fernando Medina.
Memorials can be made to Masses or donor’s choice.              
You are invited to sign the online guest book at www.masseyfh.com.
Arrangements by Massey Funeral Home, Yorktown, TX 361-564-2900.

Kathleen A. Bitterly, 75, of Cuero passed away Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016.She was born Jan. 23, 1941 to Edgar and Clara Jacob in Goliad. She married Milton Bitterly on Nov. 28, 1964 in Goliad.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Milton; brothers, Clifton Jacob (Maydell), Darwin Jacob (Barbara ), and Kenneth Jacob (Sylvia); sisters, Patty Pantel (Benny) andJanice Jacob; and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Clara Bomba Jacob; and brother, Anthony Jacob.

Visitation will be held Saturday, Oct. 15 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home with a Rosary to begin at 6:30 p.m. Services will be held Sunday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Meyersville with Father Charles Otsiwah officiating. Interment to follow at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Tom Pantel, Clayton Rickman, Bobby Bitterly, Arlen Seiler, Bryon Pantel and Shawn Jacob. Honorary pallbearers are John Bitterly, Jerry Rath, Clem Waskow, Gus Leck, Charlie Schlinke, Clay Ohrt, Garret Ohrt, Dr. Jennifer Gonzales and all nieces and nephews.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Peter and Paul Building Fund or Hospice of South Texas.

The family would like to thank Dr. Jennifer Gonzales for her care and compassion.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Jurlyne J. Hensley, 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 29, 2016. She was born in Moulton on Jan. 4, 1925 to the late Leo and Olga Schmidt Jaroszewski. After graduating Jurlyne moved to Cuero where she met and married Thomas (Tommy) M. Hensley on Oct. 6, 1946 in Moulton. Jurlyne was a wonderful homemaker who baked German pastries, and the best coffeecake and homemade bread. Her beautiful sweet peas in many colors covered the fence yearly and caused many people to stop and ask her for seeds.She worked at Bottom Dollar and later for Walmart. She and Tommy were long time members of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Cuero.

She is survived by daughter, Gayle Hensley Nashed and her husband, Fouad of Georgetown; and son, Nelson Thomas Hensley and wife, Julie of Wimberley.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Tommy, three sisters and one brother.

Graveside Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Hillside Cemetery with Pastor Sharon Wiggins officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Cuero or to a charity of your choice.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Joyce Lorraine Nelms, 75, of Trinity, formerly of Cuero, passed away Friday, Oct. 28. She was born Oct. 31, 1940 in Kountze to Homer and Jewel Green. Joyce was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

She is survived by her sons, Michael Allen Gallaway (Susan) of Cuero, Darrell Ray Gallaway of Trinity; daughter, Debra Kay Gallaway of Moulton; granchildren, Wesley Gallaway, Sarah Gallaway, Austin Gallaway, Stacey Dworaczyk, Brandon Herrmann, Kristen Herrmann, Brittany Gallaway, Richard Gallaway, Ashley Gallaway, David Gallaway and Mark Gallaway; 18 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Mildred Gibson,  Faye Paddy and Betty Fuson.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, Nov. 1 at Freund Funeral Home at 1 p.m. with Funeral Services to begin at 2 p.m. with Pastor Terry Brown officiating. Interment to follow at Nelms Cemetery in Concrete.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Donor’s Choice.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Elo Pfeifer, 84, of Nordheim passed away Sunday October 30, 2016.  He was born March 3, 1932 in Nordheim, TX to the late Otto and Mathilda Mueller Pfeifer.  He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Nordheim and owner of Broadway Grocery for 43 years and former owner of Broadway Bar for 19 years, in Nordheim.  He was member of the Nordheim Volunteer Fire Department for 68 years.  He served in the US Army and was a member of the American Legion and VFW.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Pfeifer; son, Ronnie Pfeifer (Kim Uresti) of Nordheim; daughters, Melanie (Chris) Mica of Flatonia, and Carolyn Elizondo of Runge;   eight grandchildren, Kimberly Pfeifer, Dennis Pfeifer, Katrina Mica, Cailin Mica, Colby Mica, Kylie Mica, Bailey Elizondo and Brooke Elizondo.  He is also survived by his brother, Milton Pfeifer; sister, Mary Louise (Gilbert) Pargmann; and sisters-in-law, Doris Pfeifer and Mary Ann Pfeifer.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Bobby Wayne Pfeifer; brothers, Eddie and Erwin Pfeifer; two infant brothers; and sister-in-law, Mary Ann Pfeifer.
Visitation was held Tuesday November 1, 2016 at Massey Funeral Home.  Funeral services were held Wednesday November 2, 2016 at Massey Funeral Home.  Interment followed at Nordheim Cemetery.
You are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.masseyfh.com.
Memorials can be given to Nordheim Volunteer Fire Department.
Arrangements by Massey Funeral Home, Yorktown, 361-564-2900.
 

Patricia “Pat” Bailey Olson of Cuero, died Nov. 2, 2016 in Victoria.She was born Sept. 7, 1932 in Milam, Indiana to James C. and Leah M. Bailey. She was married to George A. Olson, who preceded her in death on Nov. 5, 2015. 

Pat was a homemaker and her family was her “life.” She had dreamed of being a fashion designer, but her greatest accomplishment was raising her kids. 

She is survived by Saralee Wittmer (Charles) of Bowie, Sharon Parker (Kenneth) of Victoria, Susan Martin of Austin, and George Olson (Simona) of Jourdanton; six grandchildren: Nathan Parker (Shelly) of Yoakum, Charles Robert Wittmer (Meagan) of Fort Worth, Hannah Parker of Lewisville, George Olson, Jr. of Jourdanton, Naomi Parker of Corpus Christi, and William Bailey Olson of Jourdanton; and her great-grandchildren: Charles Henry Wittmer and Maxwell Keane Wittmer of Fort Worth, and Noah A. Parker and one on the way, of Yoakum. 

She is preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, George A. Olson; and son-in-law, Bob Martin.

Visitation will be Saturday, Nov. 5, from 1-2 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home, Cuero. Services will follow at 2 p.m. with Kenneth Parker and Wes Dukes officiating and burial will be at Hillside Cemetery, Cuero. 

Pallbearers will be George Olson, George Olson, Jr., William Bailey Olson, Kenneth Parker, Nathan Parker, Charles Wittmer, and Charles Robert Wittmer. 

Memorials can be made to First United Methodist Church, 211 N Clinton St., Cuero, Texas 77954 and The American Heart Association, 8415 Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, Texas 78229.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Kenneth Royal Enoch, age 66, of Cuero died Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016.

Kenneth was born in Cuero on July 1, 1950 to the late Leonard and Elesie North Enoch.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Ruth Ann Enoch, his daughters, Lavet Hatter, Tamika Enoch and Stefanie Schorre and his sons, Timothy Tucker and Justin Littles.

Kenneth is also survived by his brothers, James (Sharon) Enoch, and William (Beverly) Enoch, and sisters Kathryn (Robert) Franklin, Carolyn (Billy) Jenkins, Denise (Elliot) Craton, and Lynette (James) Conner, also numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Services are to be held at a later date. To leave a comforting message, or to share a fond memory, please visit www.gracefuneralhome.net.

Roland Metting, 93, formerly of Yorktown, passed away in Diamondhead, MS, on October 31, 2016.  He was born November 8, 1922, in Yorktown to the late Caesar and Martha Warmuth Metting.  
Roland was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Leona Brieger; and brother, Edwin Metting.
He is survived by his wife, Mary E. Metting; and son, Larry C. Metting and wife, Linda.
Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m., on Friday, November 4, 2016, at Holy Cross Catholic Church.  Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m., Saturday, November 5, 2016, at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Father Roger Hawes officiating.  Interment will follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Harlan Brieger, David Putnam, Roy Rabenaldt, Harold Rabenaldt, Dominik Rabenaldt, and Melvin Danysh.
Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Catholic Church Building Fund or charity of choice.
You are invited to sign the online guest book at www.finchfuneralchapels.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Finch Funeral Chapel -- Yorktown, 361-564-2277.

Services for Mrs. Dollie Marie Rea, 88, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016 at Mission Dorado Baptist Church in Odessa.

Born Dec. 3, 1927 in Mingus, Mrs. Rea was the daughter of Roy E. Shipp and Lurley P. Cowan. She married Rupert W. Rea on Dec. 28, 1946 in Fort Worth.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and step-sister. 

She is survived by four sons, Bill (Shirley) of Odessa, Glenn (Carrie) of Cuero, Tommy (Jeri) of Midland and Terry (Patricia) of Andrews. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.

She is also survived by a sister Jean (Joe) Holst of Whitney.

Dollie grew up in Mingus with her loving grandmother, three uncles and two aunts. She attended Mingus High School and graduated from Arlington Heights High School in Fort Worth in 1946.

Following World War II, she and Rupert moved to West Texas where they started their family settling in Andrews. They lived there for 60 years becoming active members of First Baptist Church.

She enjoyed baking and sewing for friends and family and helping families in times of need. 

In the latter years of her life she lived in Odessa as a resident of Brookdale Sherwood assisted living facility surrounded by good friends and loving care-takers. She became a member of Mission Dorado Baptist Church.

In her final days she was able to say her good-bye to family and friends and express her desire to be re-united with her loving husband in Heaven.

Burial will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5 at Andrews County Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.

Officiating the services will be her pastors, Jared Whelman and Bob Thatcher, of Mission Dorado Baptist Church.

Pallbearers are Jeff Rea, Brian Rea, David Rea, Ben Lapp, Josh Cobarrubia, and Willi Goolsbey.

A family visitation will be held Friday, Nov. 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. at McNett Funeral Home, 705 N. Main, Andrews, TX 79714.

In lieu of flowers you may donate to Mission Dorado Baptist Church Building Fund or donor’s choice.

For additional information see www.mcnettfuneralhome.com.

Derwood Alton Brandstetter, 76, of Cuero passed away Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016. He was born Sept. 18, 1940 in Gonzales to Louise Coulter and the late Benjamin Brandstetter. Derwood married the love of his life, Donna Faye Schaffner, on Sept. 15, 1984 in Lindenau. He was a carpenter and enjoyed fishing, collecting coins and monkey wrenches, and working in his woodworking shop. Derwood loved listening to country music and watching the deer while drinking his coffee. 

He is survived by his beloved wife, Donna Brandstetter; mother, Louise Coulter; sons, Steve E. Brandstetter and wife, Pam, and Clint A. Brandstetter and wife, JoAnn, both of Cuero; sisters, Dorothy Ann of California and Dianne of Granger; brother, Tommy of Weir; grandchildren, Cory T. Brandstetter and wife, Cindy, Tylor R. Brandstetter, and Kristen L. Brandstetter, all of Cuero; and great-granddaughter, Lynzi R. Brandstetter. 

He was preceded in death by his father; sister, Darlene; brothers, Jimmy and Edward ‘Butch’; and stepfather, Jasper ‘Doc’ Coulter.

Visitation will be Sunday, Nov. 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home. Services will be Monday, Nov. 7 at 10 a.m., at Freund Funeral Home with Father David Berger and Minister Jerry Kidd officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.

Pallbearers include Cory Brandstetter, Tylor Brandstetter, Cody Franke, Patrick Franke, Dennis Grahmann, and Darwin Mueller.  Honorary pallbearers include Elias Garibay, Jeff Lucas, and Zack Brandstetter.

Memorial contributions may be made to donor’s choice.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

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Clyde ‘Duffy’ Duffield, 83, of Thomaston passed away Friday, Nov. 4, 2016. He was born Nov. 24, 1932, in Houston to the late Clyde Sr. and Johnnie Snell Duffield. Clyde was a United States Navy veteran serving on the Kesarge, Yorktown, Essex, and Boxer Aircraft Carriers. He married the love of his life, Sidney Lou DeDear, on July 16, 1956, in Corpus Christi, and they moved to Thomaston in 1962. Clyde worked at DuPont and retired after 20 years of service. He established Duffy’s Lawn and Garden in Victoria which he owned for 28 years. Clyde enjoyed many things in life, but above all, he loved spending time with his family and watching his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren grow.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Sidney Lou Duffield, of Thomaston; son, Jeff Duffield and wife, Lisa, of Thomaston; daughter, Jennifer Poncik and husband, Bruce, of Victoria; son-in-law, Brian McGinley of Kingwood; grandchildren, Heather Feliciano and husband, Derek, of Thomaston, Ryan Poncik of Victoria, Eric Poncik and wife, Erin, of Victoria, Brandon Duffield of Thomaston, Daniel McGinley of Kingwood, Seth Poncik and wife, Shelbey, of Thomaston, and Dennis McGinley of Kingwood; and great-grandchildren, Emerson Poncik of Victoria and Skyler Poncik of Thomaston.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Jayne Duffield McGinley; brother, Thomas Duffield; sister, LaNell McDonald; stepmother, Alma Duffield; and granddaughter, Jessica Kremling.

Visitation will be Monday, Nov. 7, from 6 to 8 p.m., with a rosary beginning at 7 p.m., at Freund Funeral Home. Services will be Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 10:30 a.m., at Freund Funeral Home with Father Michael Rother officiating. Interment will follow at Thomaston Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Thomaston Cemetery Association.

You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.