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On November 27, 2023, Marcelino C. Hernandez passed away at the age of 100. He was born on January 16, 1923 in Hondo, Texas to Apolonio Hernandez and Maria de los Angeles Chavarria. Growing up in Hondo and San Antonio he was known as "MC". He lacked formal education attending school only to the 3rd grade. He had to work in the fields picking cotton and pulling broom corn to help his family financially during the Great Depression. What he lacked in formal education he made up by being an avid reader. He taught himself math, history, science and followed world events by reading the newspapers. At age 16 being 6ft 3in and skinny, he passed for an 18 year old and was accepted into the Civilian...

Cecilia Martin, 88, beloved Mother and Grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on November 8, 2023. She entered this world on January 13, 1935 in Detroit, MI; born to Viateur J. C. and Edna LaBranche. She married William C. Martin, who in November of 2004 preceded her in death. She was a daughter, sister, wife, stepmother and mother. Cecilia loved with all her heart and adored her grandchildren. She went out of her way to make the holidays special for them. Another, way she showed her love was through her cooking; which we all enjoyed. She also loved playing card games; especially euchre and game nights were always rowdy. Good memories. Cecilia worked in the meat department at...

Rena Sherman, 93. Beloved Mother and Daughter, was called to her resting place on Oct 1, 2023. Rena entered this world June 1,1930 being the survivor of twin girls, to Austin Bryant and Emma Stone. She married Raymond Edward Sherman Dec 31, 1948. She is survived by daughter Rosalind Rena Pritchard, daughter Ruth Raborn, & son Randall Ray Sherman. Brother Bryant Fowler Stone, niece Redonna Newman. 3 grandchildren, Stephanie Rena Black, Sarah Raborn and Brian Sherman Raborn, 8 great grandchildren,& many nieces and nephews. Rena will be loved and cherished by all that knew her. In Renas honor, please donate to a charity of your choosing.

Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Sister, Deborah Darnelle (Dobie) Horne, of Rockport, Texas who went by Debi, passed away on May 24th-she was 69 years old. She is preceded in death by her son Justin Horne and now reunited with him in heaven. With profound sadness and heavy hearts she leaves behind her son Robbie Horne (Sarah), her grandchildren, Madison, Trayce, Kendall, Hayleah and Jaelyn. Her younger sisters Donna Dobie Parks, and nieces Wendy Seaney (JD) and children, April Milner (April) and children, and sister Dori Dobie (Fran) who looked up to Debi like a second mom. She was married to Bill Horne for 40+ years and remained in contact with him until the day she died. She will be...

ROBERT (BOB) E. SMITH passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, May 7, 2023 at his home in Goliad, Texas at the age of 91. To say that he was loved would be an understatement. Bob was born on December 22, 1931 in Willacy County (Lyford), Texas to Fain and Estella (Young) Smith. He was the second child of the family, bemoaning that he was always "the middle child." Bob was a child of the depression and shared the many lessons that he learned from that experience. His lifelong dedication to education began with graduation from Lyford High School in 1949. Bob attended Texas A & I University - Kingsville earning Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education/Educational Administration while...

Joyce Lavon Henderson passed away on December 29th, 2022, the same way she entered the world, surrounded by love. She was born on Valentine's Day, February 14, 1938, into the Talbott family. Joyce grew up in Lolita,Texas, where she became known as "Sis" to many who loved her. Shortly after graduating from Industrial High School, she married the love of her life Gordon Henderson on August 10, 1956. Joyce was a loving mother to Kimberly and Michael and mother-in-law to Kathy Henderson. She loved being Memaw to Brandon and Katie Henderson more than anything else. Joyce loved her nieces and nephews immensely and took great pride in keeping up with everyone's lives. She was known for her kind...

Greg Pejka, 68 of Aransas Pass, TX; formerly of Lake Shore, MN; died on October 21st, 2022. He was surrounded by his family. Greg passed away at the CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital in Corpus Christi, TX. Greg was born November 29th, 1953 in Wimpole Park, Arrington, Cambridgeshire, England; the son of David and Katherine (Zellay) Pejka. Following high school, Greg enlisted in the United States Airforce in Colorado Springs, CO where he served for 6 years. In his earlier years, Greg worked for the US Postal Service. He later pursued his Business Management Degree from St. Scholastica; which led to him being involved in many business ventures. Greg's favorite thing to do was to go fishing. He enjoyed...

Barbara Gail Hamlin, 79, of Rockport, TX, passed away on October 6, 2022 in Corpus Christi, TX. Barbara was born on March 28, 1943, in Victoria, TX, to Walter and Bernice Glowka. Barbara attended Palacios High School, where she graduated in 1961. While attending she meet the love of her life and partner of over 60 years, Thomas Reagan Hamlin. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Bernice Glowka, a daughter Amie Hamlin and a grandson Thomas Henry Schneider. Barbara leaves behind a large legacy of love in her husband, Thomas Reagan Hamlin of the home; her daughter Emilie Schneider of Atascocita, TX; her brother, John Glowka of Woodsboro, TX; her grandkids Zachry,...

Julie Lynn Brandt entered eternal rest August 24, 2022, at the age of 62. She was born July 28, 1960 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, to the late Paul and Joyce Okerman. She was a free spirit, always smiling and laughing and loved her life. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, aunt, friend, daughter in law, sister in law and teacher. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Richard Alan Landeche; her parents, Paul and Joyce Okerman; her grandson, Nicholas Alan Brandt; in-laws Cecil and Gwen Brandt. Julie leaves behind her husband, Willie Brandt of 31 years, her daughter Kristin (Tony) Mechell, her daughter Rebecca (Scott) Stewart; grandchildren Alexis Lynn...

Julie Lynn Brandt entered eternal rest August 24, 2022, at the age of 62. She was born July 28, 1960 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, to the late Paul and Joyce Okerman. She was a free spirit, always smiling and laughing and loved her life. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, aunt, friend, daughter in law, sister in law and teacher. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Richard Alan Landeche; her parents, Paul and Joyce Okerman; her grandson, Nicholas Alan Brandt; in-laws Cecil and Gwen Brandt. Julie leaves behind her husband, Willie Brandt of 31 years, her daughter Kristin (Tony) Mechell, her daughter Rebecca (Scott) Stewart; grandchildren Alexis Lynn...

Joan McCoy Gemoets, 89 passed away August 1, 2022. She was born January 30, 1933 in Teague, Texas to John Francis McCoy and Lillian Withers McCoy. She lived most of her life in Houston and was a long term employee of AT&T. Joan loved to play bridge and had many friends in the bridge world. She leaves behind nieces and nephews who love her dearly. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Dr. Thomas H. Gemoets, and brother, John H. McCoy. She is survived by her nieces, Gail Leake of Kenneth City, Florida and Melody Waggoner (Gary) of Rockport, Texas. Private services will be held. Online condolences may be left at www.charliemarshallfuneralhomes.com

Annie Margarette Clapsaddle, 91, of Victoria,Texas, passed away on July 19,2022. She was born February 26, 1931, in Thornton, Texas to Frank Hudson and Lizzie Merle St. Clair.She was married to Leonard Dale Clapsaddle. She was a member of Catholic Church Victoria, and had a hobbie for cooking, volunteered hospice, VICTORIA WOMEN'S CLUB.She is preceded in death by her husband Leonard D. Clapsaddle, and two sons Dale Jay Clapsaddle, and Floyd Ray Clapsaddle.She is survived by two children Lynn Cox(Jim), Frank Clapsaddle(Jackie), four grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren, two sisters Ruby Manen(Don), and Mary Yardley(Dale).

William "Bill" Franklin Nordmark, 87, passed away peacefully at his home in Rockport, TX on July 6, 2022. Born March 28, 1935 in South Range, MI, Bill grew up in the Houghton/Hancock area of Michigan's upper peninsula. Bill was preceded in death by his parents Willard and Impy/Inez (Lantto) Solomonson, foster parents Arvid and Lillian (Solomonson) Nordmark, brother Olaf Solomonson, and sister Ruth Lantto. Bill is survived in death by his wife of 61 years, Patricia Kay (Covey) Nordmark, and sons Donald William Nordmark and Jay Nordmark. Also surviving are grandchildren Amanda (Douglas) De Vries, Stephen Nordmark, Daniel Nordmark, Kay Anne Nordmark, and William Nordmark.Bill served in the...

William "Bill" Franklin Nordmark, 87, passed away peacefully at his home in Rockport, TX on July 6, 2022. Born March 28, 1935 in South Range, MI, Bill grew up in the Houghton/Hancock area of Michigan's upper peninsula. Bill was preceded in death by his parents Willard and Impy/Inez (Lantto) Solomonson, foster parents Arvid and Lillian (Solomonson) Nordmark, brother Olaf Solomonson, and sister Ruth Lantto. Bill is survived in death by his wife of 61 years, Patricia Kay (Covey) Nordmark, and sons Donald William Nordmark and Jay Nordmark. Also surviving are grandchildren Amanda (Douglas) De Vries, Stephen Nordmark, Daniel Nordmark, Kay Anne Nordmark, and William Nordmark.Bill served in the...

Dr. George T. Hackleman passed away on June 8, 2022 at the age of 89. He was born on December 12, 1932 in Wellington, MO. He joined the Navy, became a Naval Corpsman, and served in the Korean War. Following his military service, he graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic College in 1969. He started his own chiropractic office in Blue Springs, MO and grew it into a successful practice for more than 30 years. He served many years on the MSCA District 2 board including serving as past president of the board. He and his wife Dolores moved to Lamar in 2010 to retire. He loved chiropractic medicine and helping improve the health of his patients. He is preceded in death by his wife Dolores...

Irma Camarillo Jones, 81, passed peacefully from this life June 2, 2022, in Rockport, Texas. She was born February 4, 1941, in Port Arthur, Texas, however she lived most of her life in San Antonio, Texas. Irma was preceded in death by her parents, Vicenta and Nicasio Camarillo, and her beloved husband of 35 years, Dean Brigham Jones, M.D. After marriage, Irma's priorities shifted from her professional life as an X-ray technician to homemaker extraordinaire, creating a loving home where memories were made, friends were always welcomed, and laughter never ended. Irma was an accomplished cook, enjoyed working in her garden, and watching birds and animals that visited her yard. Serving as a...

Philip "Flip" Edward Burleson, 75, passed away at his home in Port Aransas, Texas, on May 30, 2022. Flip was born January 19, 1947, in Norfolk, VA, to Philip and Lenagene Burleson. The Burlesons were a military family having lived in Maryland, Japan, Alabama, Germany and Virginia. Flip graduated from Kaiserslautern High School in Germany in 1965. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam. He went to farrier school at the famous Seybold Ranch in Mineral Wells. Flip married the love of his life, Denise Fox, January 16, 1975, in San Angelo, TX. He spent almost 30 years in Port Aransas working as a carpenter and contractor. He lived life on his own terms, enjoying the things he loved....

Bobbie Leah Saulter, age one hundred, passed away peacefully, May 19, 2022, in Corpus Christi, Texas. She was born Bobbie Leah Williams, January 8, 1922, to Robert and Eva Mellot Williams in Dallas, Texas. Bobbie graduated from Sunset High School, Oak Cliff, Dallas, Texas in 1938. After raising two children, she moved to south Texas, graduating Summa Cum Laude from Trinity University, 1974, majoring in painting, sculpture and printmaking. She went on to become a noted Texas watercolor and graphic print artist and teacher. A consistent award winner, she appeared in many juried shows. In 1987, she was accepted by Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, South Texas Art League,...

John G. Evans, 73, of Fulton, passed away on May 7,2022. He was born June 10,1948 in Ironton, Missouri to William Evans and Ann Elizabeth Browne. After many years of beating the odds medically, he peacefully passed while asleep. Left to cherish his memory is his wife DeAnna Evans of Fulton, Tx; two daughters, Mellanie Smallen (Todd) of Fredericktown, Missouri, Melissa Evans of Kansas City, Missouri; a brother, Robert Evans of Arizona; two sisters, Maryann Horton (Charles) of Potosi, Missouri, Margaret Snyder (Joe) of Bismarck, Missouri; five grandchildren, Ethan, Madison, Katherine, Ivan, and Nicole; a sister in law, Linda Potempa (Robert) and family of Park Ridge, Illinois; a brother in...

Eva P. Murphy passed away May 4, 2022. She was 94 years old. She was born February 12, 1928 in San Patricio County to Oralia Olivarez Perez and Trinidad Lopez. She is preceded by her husband, James B, Murphy, and son, Roy Lopez. She is survived by her sons, David Lopez (Carolina) of Sinton, and Steven Lopez of Houston; daughters, Sandra Lopez of Ingleside, Diana Lopez of Spring Branch, Nancy Litvan (Kevin) of Canyon City, Co., and Sylvia Cross (Mike) of Ingleside; sisters, Genevieve Lovato, and Sulema Rodriguez both of Corpus Christi; 3 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 6:00 pm at Charlie Marshall Funeral Home in Aransas Pass,...

I sit at a desk trying to write this obituary. Not an easy task since she just renewed her vows on Saturday, the 23rd of April. On the 28th of April, in 1972, Robbyn D'Lynda Harding came into this world. Her mother, Jan, would nurture her to be a fighter and to care for all. Living in Abilene, TX, she would go to high school at Cooper. When the Cooper Band went to the Rose Bowl, she was there marching with them in the Rose Bowl Parade. She said that it was a fantastic experience. She never passed up a chance to watch the Rose Bowl parade on New Year's Day. She joined the Navy, in 1990 right after high school, to travel away from Texas. She was stationed in Newport, RI with the Security...