Freund Funeral Home

Visitation will be Thursday, April 25, 2024, 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Freund Funeral Home with a rosary to begin at 6:30 PM. Funeral Services will be Friday, April 26, 2024, 10 AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Hillside cemetery. You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com, 361.275.2343.

Richard Harold Smith went to his heavenly home on April 14, 2024 with his loving family by his side at his home in Cuero, Texas. He was born to Clifford Smith and Lovey Lamerle Smith on February 6, 1936 in Goosecreek, Texas. Richard attended Haughton High School in Haughton, Louisiana where he graduated in 1954. He then went on to attend Victoria College in Victoria, Texas. Richard retired from Dupont Plant in Bloomington after 35 years of distinguished service. Following his retirement, he owned and operated Victoria Presort for over 10 years. Later, he became Administrator for the Victoria Christian School. Richard was a deeply spiritual man who felt his calling was to share God's...

Richard Harold Smith went to his heavenly home on April 14, 2024 with his loving family by his side at his home in Cuero. Services will be held at Freund Funeral Home in Cuero, Texas on Friday, April 19th, 2024. Visitation begins at 1:00 pm followed by a celebration of life service at 2:00 pm. Freund Funeral Home, www.freundfuneralhome.com, 361-275-2343.

Robert Mace Murphree, 81, of Sweet Home passed away Monday, April 1, 2024. He was born December 26, 1942 in Beaumont to Hugh and Erma Murphree. He proudly served in the United States Navy. He was a member of the American Legion in Sweet Home. He is survived by his daughters, Amanda Murphree and Patricia Murphree; sons, Mike (Melanie) Murphree, Randall (Brenda) Murphree, Hugh (Charlene) Murphree, Dave Murphree and Braydon (Heather) Murphree; brothers, Charles Murphree and Barney Murphree and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 4, 2024, 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Freund Funeral Home. Funeral Services...

Dorothy Ann Frels Arndt, 93, of Lindenau passed away Friday, March 29, 2024. She was born November 10, 1930 in Concrete to Ben G. and Alvina Rathkamp Frels. She married the love of her life, Wilburn Arndt on December 2, 1952 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Cuero after he returned home from Korea. She was a longtime employee of JCPenney and co-owner of Arndt's Sausage and ABZ Catering. She was an active and lifetime member of Cuero VFW Auxiliary, Westhoff American Legion, Lindenau Rifle Club and St. John Lutheran Church - Lindenau. She was on the Church Council, Women's Group, a Sunday School Teacher and a Luther League Sponsor. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara (Harold)...

Raymond Joseph Hahn, 70, of Nordheim passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024. He was born April 4, 1953 in Cuero to Benard "Bennie" and Allie Tucker Hahn. Raymond married Guadalupe Anzualda on December 28, 1991 and his family grew by three children. He was a retired oilfield consultant and a very hard worker. His strong work ethic influenced his sons to follow in his oilfield and ranching footsteps. Most people knew his humor, though sometimes questionable. In his spare time, you could find him playing Bingo and going to the casinos. When most think of Raymond they think of him wearing overalls (no matter the occasion, some coveralls are a little nicer than others of course) and always...

Joy Lynn Branham Hoy, 48, of Meyersville lost her battle with cancer on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. She was born January 23, 1976 in Jacksonville, FL to Kenneth and Kathy Allen Branham. Joy attended Victoria High School and graduated in 1994. Joy married the love of her life, Jason Hoy on June 8, 1996 in Meyersville. She was the secretary at First Presbyterian Church in Cuero where she loved to share her Love for God. She was an amazing mother to their three children. She was the light in the room and always had a smile on her face. She is survived by her devoted husband, Jason Hoy; her three children, Brett, Madeline and Zachary Hoy; her mother, Kathy Branham; her brothers, Lee Branham...

Sandy Bohne Lassmann, 59, of Cuero passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2024. She was born November 22, 1964 in Cuero to Floyd Sterling and Virginia Lucas Bohne. She married Robert C. "Rob" Lassmann on August 1, 1992. Sandy had an infectious laugh and could brighten anyone's day. She was also the woman that would tell you exactly what was on her mind. Although her job title would read housewife, she was far more than that. She was known for her delicious casseroles, dips and desserts that fed many people. She was active in her community and was involved with Pilot Club of Cuero, Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum Member, Republican Women of Yoakum Area and DeWitt County GOP. She was also an...

Sharon Kay Parker of Cuero/Victoria entered into Glory on March 6, 2024. She was born July 28, 1957 in San Antonio to George and Patricia Olson. She graduated Cuero High School in 1975. Soon after, she met Kenneth A. Parker on the tennis courts in Cuero and they married June 3, 1977. They moved to Ennis, TX where she worked at Merrill Lynch and several flower shops. They moved back home and settled in the Mission Valley area where she then worked for Kleinecke's Flower Shop as the shop manager, designer and florist for over 30 years. She enjoyed design and decorating, but she found true joy in taking pictures. She had a huge smile on her face when she was capturing moments of her...

Faye Manning Duckett, 94, of Cuero passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024. She was born July 29, 1929 in Cuero to C. A. Manning and Mary Lou Coppedge. She married C.L. Duckett on November 5, 1955 in Cuero. She enjoyed cooking, reading, traveling, watching Jeopardy and playing bridge. She worked as a substitute teacher for thirty five years. She loved her family, her church, wine and cats. She volunteered countless hours at the C.A.M.A.L. House and judged chili all around Texas and supported Cuero Turkeyfest. She was an Elder and Deacon at First Presbyterian Women. She is survived by her niece in life, daughter in heart, Leslie Voelkel (Paul Campos); son, Brett Duckett; sisters, Dot...

Verena Doehrman Albrecht, 103, went into the waiting arms of her heavenly Father on February 27, 2024. Verena was born September 19, 1920 in Meyersville to the late Alvin and Elenora "Nora" Hans Doehrman. She married William G. "Bill" Albrecht on November 28, 1945 and they spent fifty-one years together until Bill's passing on January 7, 1997. Three sons, Ronald, Erald and Ray were born of their union. At Sts. Peter and Paul's Catholic Church in Meyersville, Verena became a child of God through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism, received the Sacrament of First Communion and the Sacrament of Confirmation, and also the Sacrament of Matrimony with Bill. With Verena's strong Catholic faith,...

Visitation will be held Friday, March 1, 2024, 9:00 AM at Freund Funeral Home. Funeral Services will begin at 10:00 AM with Pastor Dan Cancino officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com. Freund Funeral Home, 361.275.2343.

Visitation will begin at 9 am on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at Freund Funeral Home with a rosary beginning at 10 am. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. You may send condolences or sign the guestbook at www.freundfuneralhome.com. Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343.

Joseph B. Reuss, 96, of Cuero passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024. He was born February 10, 1928 in Cuero to the late Theodore A. "Theo" Reuss, Sr. and Frances Ruth (Sigler) Reuss. He was the great-grandson of German immigrant and early Cuero physician, settler and entrepreneur, Dr. Joseph Martin Reuss. Joe Reuss was a long-time registered pharmacist and former owner of Reuss Pharmacy and Valumart Pharmacy in Cuero, as well as many other business ventures, community involvements and philanthropic endeavors. He was a 1945 graduate of Cuero High School and a 1949 graduate of Texas A&M University, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering. While at Texas...

Debra DeVon Hilbrich Baros, 77, of Cuero was born on June 24, 1946, to Edwin Alfred Gus Hilbrich and Irene Otelia Knippa Hilbrich (both deceased) in Corpus Christi, Texas. She crossed over to Heaven on February 11, 2024. Debra had style. She drove a series of Cadillacs in the Eighties, always valued jewelry that you could spot across a room, and liked to add a bit of sparkle to long black blouses. That sparkle exuded to her personality as she lit up a room with her exuberance and optimism. Young and old gathered near her and were always a little bit more joyful when in witness of her spirit. Debra's parents, Eppie and Reenie, were proud of their daughter from the beginning. She won...

Visitation will be Thurs., February 15, 2024, 5 - 7 PM at Freund Funeral Home with a rosary to begin at 6:30 PM. Funeral Mass will be Fri., February 16, 2024, 10:30 AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Hillside cemetery. You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com, 361.275.2343.

Visitation will be held Thursday, February 29, 2024, 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Freund Funeral Home with a rosary to begin at 6:30 PM. Funeral Services will be held Friday, March 1, 2024, 2:00 PM at Freund Funeral Home with Deacon Leo Sharron officiating. You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com. Freund Funeral Home, 361.275.2343.

Rebecca Ann Sprinkle, 71, of Meyersville passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024. She was born December 18, 1952 in San Diego, CA to Henry David and Dorothy May Ross Hackett. She married Mark D. Sprinkle on December 16, 1972 in Corpus Christi and was a devoted wife for fifty-one years. She attended Stephen F. Austin State University and obtained her Master's degree in Education-Curriculum and Instruction. She worked for Bloomington Elementary School and retired from Yorktown Elementary School after twenty six years. She was a devout, lifelong catholic and member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. She served on the parish council and volunteered for The Gabriel Project. She...

Graveside Services will be held Thursday, February 15, 2024, 2:00 PM at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery with Father Francis Nguyen officiating. You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com. Freund Funeral Home, 361.275.2343.

Graveside Services will be held Thursday, February 15, 2024, 2:00 PM at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery with Father Francis Nguyen officiating. You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com. Freund Funeral Home, 361.275.2343.