Moore Funeral Home

Sandra Jean Pullin, "Sissy" to her family, was born January 5, 1943, to the late R. E. "Griff' Griffith and Frankie "B" Thomas Griffith. Sandra attended Woodsboro schools' grades 1-12, graduating in 1961. Upon graduation, she briefly attended Texas A&I Kingsville. On September 7, 1963, she married her best friend and love of her life, Allen Pullin. The first assignment of their young military career was to Sheppard Air Force base in Wichita Falls, Texas. They would later be based at Clark AFB in the Philippine Islands and Reese AFB in Lubbock, Texas. Not long after a return to civilian life, Sandra's true passion began. She gave birth to her son Gregory Allen and, subsequently, to her...

Judith "Judy" Canchola Rodriguez passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024 after a long-time battle with breast and lung cancer. She was born September 4, 1957 in Refugio to Frank and Delfina (Espinosa) Canchola. She was kind and always enjoyed making other people laugh. She will be greatly missed by all who love her. Survivors are her husband of 31 years, Gonzalo Rodriguez of Refugio; daughter Nina Rodriguez; brother Roger Canchola and sister Corina Jimenez. Preceded in death by mother Delfina Canchola, father Frank Canchola, and brother Benjamin Canchola. Visitation 1 to 7 p.m. with Rosary recited at 7 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Moore Funeral Home. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Friday, April 5, 2024...

Juan "Pokey" Martinez Jr. ,52 of Woodsboro, Tx passed away peacefully on Sunday March 24,2024. A Rosary will be held on Tuesday evening March 26, 2024, 7:00pm at Moore's Funeral Home in Refugio, Tx. With Mass on Wednesday March 27,2024 10:00am at St. Therese Catholic Church in Woodsboro, Tx. Burial will be at Saint Bernard Cemetery.

Juan "Pokey" Martinez Jr. ,52 of Woodsboro, Tx passed away peacefully on Sunday March24,2024 with his loving parents at his side. Juan Martinez Jr. known to everyone as "Pokey" was born October 31,1971 in Refugio ,tx to Juan and Rose Martinez of Woodsboro. He spent all his life in Woodsboro where he enjoyed spending time with his family and many friends. Pokey was devoted member of his church, loved cooking, going out dancing, and most importantly helping anyone in any way he could, he knew no stranger and made a friend of everyone. Anyone who had the honor of knowing Pokey knew what a true friend and great person he was, and at the end of the day there was always a great memory to be made....

William Marion Henderson, 82, of Woodsboro, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Hospice of South Texas facility in Victoria. He was born on September 1, 1941 in Corpus Christi, TX to William Alton and Rosa Lee (Norwood) Henderson. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 46 years, Mary Myrtle (Grant) Henderson, and one sister, Eveyln Gene LaFrance. He is survived by one sister, Helen Frances Autry, of Seminole, TX; his two sons, William Gerald Henderson of Georgetown, TX and Richard Duane Henderson (Cindy) of Woodsboro, and one daughter, Debra Rene (Mark) Blaschke of Woodsboro; 8 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. He grew up in Woodsboro and...

Walter Leo Daniel, 87, passed away March 6, 2024. He was born on March 11, 1936, in Duncan Oklahoma to the late Walter Grady and Polly Hall Daniel. He was a Corpus Christi Firefighter, retired after over 40+ years of service. Walter is survived by his daughter Mary Bridgette Dimbleby of Corpus Christi and niece JoAnn Clawson of Cuero; 5 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday, March 11, 2024, Moore Funeral Home Chapel, from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Services will be Tuesday, March 12, 2024, Moore Funeral Home Chapel at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Palms Memorial Gardens 4335 Co. Rd. Taft, Tx 78390. Services entrusted to Moore Funeral...

John Roger Schlabach (78) of Woodsboro, TX passed away on February 18, 2024. John was born in Refugio, TX on May 11, 1945, to parents Perry and Edna (Lau) Schlabach. He is survived by his brother Lynwood Schlabach (Lydia), sister Linda Wilson (Daryle [dec.]), and many nieces and nephews. John was a devoted husband to LaVonne [dec.] who was his partner in life for 45 years. He and LaVonne were blessed with two daughters, Wendy Merchant (Jimmy Jr. [dec.]) and Christy McGuill (Robert). John, also known as Papa, enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren Ridge Merchant, Faith McGuill and Jake McGuill often visiting the cows, hunting, fishing, and going to the movies. John graduated from...

Robert Joseph Gonzales, passed away February 8, 2024 He was born August 15, 1952. Survived by his children: Stephanie Medina (m. Gabriel Medina), Robin Badillo (m. David Badillo), Sarah Rodriguez (m. Joseph Rodriguez), Robert J Gonzales, Ryan M. Gonzales Grandchild, April J. Badillo, Brother Butch Gonzales, and stepchildren Stacye McCain, Nathan Howry, and Maegan Alexander. Preceded in death by his parents: Adolfo Gonzales and Cayetana Gonzales, sister Brenda Brinson, and granddaughter Maria Badillo Born and raised in Refugio, Texas, Robert went on to graduate college and work in the X-Ray and Radiology field in Corpus Christi, Texas. Robert was highly regarded in his line of work and...

Jesse Albert Cordova, Jr., 62, passed away January 25, 2024. He was born on December 12, 1961 in Refugio to Jesse and Ofelia Cordova. He preceded in death by his father Jesse Albert Cordova, Sr. and brother Roy Cordova. He is survived by his mother Ofelia Cordova; wife Stephanie "Buffy" Cordova; daughters Jessica (Mark), Erica (David), Jamie (Joe); brother James (Patricia) Cordova; sisters Debbie (Jesse) Villarreal and Donna (Jarrett) Alexander; Aunt V.T.; Uncle George Cisneros , Patrick Cisneros and Jared Kelly' 13 grandchildren , 1 grandchild on the way, and numerous nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday, January 30, 2024, Moore Funeral Home Chapel at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be...

Judith Ann Robinson, 73 passed away January 24, 2024. She was born July 26, 1950 to the late Calvin and Katie Middleton Robinson. Judith is preceded in death by her parents; brothers Bennie Charles Robinson and Anthony Robinson; She is survived by her sons Patrick Robinson of Jackson MS and Dana (Ebony) Robinson of Fort Worth; daughter Terina Robinson of Refugio; brother William Robinson; sister Gloria (Rick) Stubbs and 7 grandchildren. Visitation will be held Friday February 2, 2024 Moore Funeral Home Chapel from 6:00p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Services will be Saturday, February 3, 2024 Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church at 10 :00 a.m. Burial to follow at Refugio Community Cemetery.

Jeanette Hopkins Gandy, 89, of Edna, Texas, went to see her Lord and Savior on January 21, 2024, in her home at Morales. She was precious in the sight of the Lord. Jeanette was born in Morales Texas to Archie and Lena Flournoy on May 23, 1934. Her family relocated to Corpus Christi where she grew up and met and married Robert P Hopkins on Feb 18, 1949. They had three children D'Ann, Bobbie and Jimmy during their 52 years of marriage. Robert passed away in 2001 in Woodsboro, Texas. Jeanette married her current husband Winfred Gandy on August 26, 2006 in Woodsboro. They later moved to her beloved "land" around Morales. Jeanette was a faithful wife, mother and follower of Christ. After...

Sue Carol Greenwade Smith, 89, and former Refugio resident, passed away on January 9, 2024, in Grand Prairie, Texas. Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and friend, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bill Collier Greenwade, her parents William O'Connor Bright and Johnie Howard Bright, her sister Nancy Bright Hardy, brother William Howard Bright and son-in-law Steven Smith. Sue was born in Edinburg, Texas in 1934 and graduated from high school in McAllen, Texas in the Rio Grande Valley. Later she lived in Refugio for twenty years where she worked at the First National Bank and Lone Star Gas Company before moving to Grand Prairie, where she was a longtime resident. In...

Mary Ann Reed, 80, passed away January 2. 2024. She was born April 25, 1943 in Sinton, Texas. Mary was a loving wife, mother, sister, nanny, great nanny, wonderful cook, devoted Baptist and had a beautiful soprano voice. She enjoyed singing in the choir, riding her bike, and attending school functions for her daughters. She will be loved and missed by her family. We have comfort in knowing she has joined our dad in heaven. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Hazel Gibson House and husband David. Mary is survived by her daughters Melodie (Rusty) Hoyle and Diana Reed; sisters Laura Schlemmer and Terry House; Three grandchildren Justin, Megan, and Sydney and three...

Matilda Tobar Campos was called to eternal life on December 23, 2023. She was born on August 14, 1938 in Refugio, Texas to the late Matias Tobar and Paula DeLuna. She is preceded in death by her husband Ascencion R. Campos, daughter Thelma Garcia; parents and siblings. She is survived by her daughters, Paula Sandvig (Kyle), Renee Cantu (Johnny); 5 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be on Friday December 29, 2023 at Moore Funeral Home from 4-8pm. Rosary to be recited @ 7pm. Mass will be held Saturday December 30, 2023 @ 10:00am at St. James Catholic Church, with burial following at Blanconia Cemetery. Reception following burial at Our Lady of...

Viola Lopez Elizalde, 90, passed away on December 13, 2023. She was born December 17, 1932 in Woodsboro, Texas to the late Manuel T. and Benita Lopez. She is preceded in death by her husband Francisco (Frank) Elizalde; siblings Celia Elizalde, Virginia Ramon, David Lopez, Manuel Lopez Jr., Alfonso Lopez and Maximo Lopez. Viola is survived by her daughters Linda (Cuco) Rodriguez, Sylvia (Russell) Messer, and Sandra (Waverly) Kennedy; grandchildren Franky (Suzelle) Rodriguez, Rhiannon (Alex) Padilla, Tye and Kaelum Messer, Darian Rodriguez (Richard), Sela (Joey) Swayne, Nija and Nailah Kennedy; great grandchildren Eowyn and Alaric Rodriguez, Cayden and Evelyn Padilla, Landon and Carter Swayne,...

Norman Moya Jr 43, of Refugio passed away November 29, 2023. Norman was born December 19, 1979 in Beeville, Texas. His passion was his family and coaching little league baseball and youth football. Norman is survived by his mother, Norma Paredes; wife, Jami Moya; children Norman "Chris", Kyson and Easton Moya, Jaylon Mascorro; daughters Brooklyn Moya and Mackenzie Ramirez; Brother Bobby Joe Moya; 4 nephews and 2 nieces; uncles Robert Paredes of Bedford, Texas and Rudy Paredes Sr. of Refugio and several cousins. Preceded in death by his grandfather Elias "Bob" Paredes. Visitation will be held Thursday December 7, 2023 6:00pm-8:00pm at Moore Funeral Home. Service will be held December 8, 2023...

Lorene Emily Johnson was born on January 14, 1923, in Shiner, Texas, to Henry Balusek, Sr. and Rosie Hubka Balusek. The family moved to Woodsboro, Texas, when Lorene was five years old and eventually made their home in Refugio, Texas. She attended Refugio High School and later worked at the Cardinal Restaurant as a carhop, roller skates and all. Lorene married John Hugh "Jack" Johnson on March 1, 1942. They lived in Refugio and had four children: Rita Sue, Jerry Francis, Nancy Lorene, and Peggy Lynette. Jack and Lorene opened Johnson's Grocery Store in the early 1950s and Johnson's Meat Market in the early 1960s. They operated these successful businesses for many years. Lorene also worked at...

Edward Vega, 57, passed away November 6, 2023. He was born April 5, 1966 in Refugio, Texas. He is survived by his wife Anita Vega of Woodsboro; daughters Desiree Vega of Corpus Christi and Leslie Flores of Woodsboro; son Christopher Vega of Refugio; sisters Tina Ferova of Bayside, Annette Mauricio of Corpus Christi, Irene Corpus of Corpus Christi, Bertha Vega of Corpus Christi and Nilda Martinez of Corpus Christi; brothers David Vega of Bayside, Gilbert Vega of Bonnie View, Joe Vega of Woodsboro, James Vega of Ganado and 2 grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Chris Vega, Dillon Vega, David Vega, Gilbert Vega, James Vega, Joseph Garcia and honorary pallbearer Joe Vega. A rosary will be recited...

Rebecca "Becky" Lynn Anderson of Corpus Christi, formerly of Bayside, passed away peacefully on the 28th of October 2023. She was born August 21, 1951, to the late Hollis and Voylette Stevens of Woodsboro, and was married to the late Jimmy Ray Anderson, the love of her life, on July 17, 1971. Becky is survived by her children, Johnny "JW" Anderson (Jodi) and Crystal Anderson, her grandchildren Dylan Turner (Sage), Justin Turner and Owen Anderson, sisters Kathryn Buttles, Joanna Wotipka, Virginia Hadley and Olia Anderson. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Known for her generous, kind spirit and love of the ocean, she will be greatly missed. Visitation will be...

Rachael "Billie" Hernandez 78, went to be with the lord on Tuesday October 24th,2023 surrounded by her family who she truly cherished. She was born on July 23, 1945, to Valenta and Yndelecio Ramirez in Refugio Texas. She was welcomed into heaven by her parents, her husband Navor Hernandez Sr., her two sons Alan & Navor Jr. Hernandez, her two grandsons David Scott & Elijah Navor Hernandez, her sister Esther Ramirez, brothers Ernest Sr. & Raymond Ramirez, as well as many other loved ones called on by the lord. Billie was a true servant of God. She lived to help all, especially her children and grandchildren. Billie's love for her family was immeasurable. With her beautiful heart...

Vincent Ladd Simmons, 54, of Tivoli, Texas, quietly left this world on October 21, 2023 after a courageous, 17-year battle with brain cancer. Vince was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on October 14, 1969 to Charles and Lucy Simmons. He committed his life to Christ at the age of 10. Vince's resilience, determination, faith, and joy inspired many who supported him. He cherished his relationships and demonstrated his love for others with countless acts of kindness. He was an avid outdoorsman, always up for an adventure, and kept a full social calendar. Vince was the 1988 Valedictorian of Austwell-Tivoli High School and a 1993 graduate of Texas A&M University. He was a member of First Baptist...