Hayes Funeral Home

On Sunday, September 25, 2022, Barbara Ann Vail went to be with her Lord shortly after her 90th birthday and we're certain Joe was waiting patiently on the other side. Barbara was born September 16, 1932, to Jack and Leah Friloux in Louisiana. She moved with her family to Texas where she met the love of her life, Joe "Sonny" Vail and got married April 7, 1951. Barbara worked for Santa Fe ISD in the PE Dept where she finally retired in 1993. Those who taught there will remember how she loved to double-dutch jump rope and was a pro at tetherball. She loved going to church, reading her Bible, being a part of VBS, Church Camp and all the fellowships. She treasured her husband, loved her family,...

Mr. Daniel Cody Wagner passed from this life Sunday, September 18, 2022, in Santa Fe. Born November 18, 1983, in Texas City, TX, Mr. Wagner was a lifelong area resident of Santa Fe. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and later began working for Centerpointe Energy as a lineman. Daniel enjoyed spending his free time fishing and was an avid surfer. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dan Wagner and Josephine Ann (Coniglio); James Austin Weeks and Billy Joyce (Herrin). Survivors include his mother, Judy Wagner; father, Danny Wagner and fianc?, Susan Bilse; sister, Kacey Wagner and husband, Nick Quesada; nieces, Alivea Rose, and Alijah Reign; nephew, Daniel Lincoln;...

Charles Edmund "Eddie" Karbowski, age 80, of Santa Fe, TX passed away peacefully at home on the evening of Wednesday, August 31, 2022, from mesothelioma. Eddie was born on Christmas Day, 1941 in Galveston, TX to Karl and Flo (Hart) Karbowski. Eddie grew up in La Marque and transferred to Santa Fe High School his junior year. It was at the Alta Loma Skating Rink that Eddie met the love of his life, Carolyn Johnson. At the age of 17, Eddie joined the Navy and served on the USS Ranger on a Far East Cruise. After returning home, Eddie and Carolyn married in 1962. Eddie's love of the water drew him into service with the U. S. Coast Guard in both Houston and Pensacola, FL from 1965 to 1969. Eddie...

Mrs. Mary Simon passed from this life Sunday afternoon, August 28, 2022, in Santa Fe. Mary was born December 21, 1939, in Texas City. She worked as an administrator for UTMB before finding the love of her life, Vernald. In 1964 they were married, and she found her purpose in being a housewife. Mary enjoyed her solitude especially when she was watching her true crime and drama TV shows. She was a dedicated member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic church for 44 years and liked to help with H.I.S. Ministries when she could. She was preceded in death by her mother, Sadie Vasquez and several brothers and sisters. Mary is survived by her husband of 58 years, Vernald Simon; several...

Mr. Jerome Anselmo, Sr. passed from this life Wednesday evening, August 24, 2022, in Santa Fe. Born September 20, 1934 in Galveston, Mr. Anselmo was a resident of Santa Fe for most of his life and he proudly served his country in the United States Army. Jerome was very active in the community and church and was always willing to help others. He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Belevolent Committee and Knights of Columbus Council #10393. He was manager of Slone Lumber Company for 10 years, maintenance worker for Rice ISD and owned Anselmo's Gulf Station for 10 years. Jerome enjoyed hunting, fishing, wood working and gardening. Jerome Anselmo was a wonderful father and a...

Winnie L. Corsaro, 83, passed away peacefully in her home on August 24, 2022. She was surrounded by her family. Winnie was born in Livingston, TX on June 19, 1939 to Ulys and Beatrice McKinney. Winnie was a proud 1957 graduate of the new Clear Creek High School. She was married to Frank Corsaro, her devoted husband of 64 years. Together they raised 3 children, Kimberly Ivy (Douglas), Kathi Nesburg (Steven) and Frank II (Elizabeth). Winnie is survived by her 2 grandsons, Andrew Nesburg (Emily) and Jon Austen Nesburg (Katie). She was a proud great-grandmother to Rose Whitney Nesburg and Isla Jane Nesburg. She was a wonderful wife, mother, community leader, business owner and a member of...

Mr. Brad Allen Anders passed from this life Monday, August 22, 2022, in Santa Fe. Born February 6, 1976, in Texas City, Mr. Anders had been a lifelong area resident. He had been employed as a safety supervisor for the city of Dickinson. Brad played guitar in the band "Zero Heros" and was a talented artist who enjoyed drawing, darts and disc golf. Brad was a kind, caring man who will be missed by many. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Ray Anders. Survivors include his mother, Toni Anders of Santa Fe; brother, Darrell Anders of Santa Fe; niece, Remy Anders of League City; grandmother, Voncille Enfinger; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends. Funeral...

Mrs. Charlotte Lee (Tacquard) Morris passed from this life Friday afternoon, August 19, 2022, in Amarillo. Born February 25, 1938, in Galveston, TX, Mrs. Morris had been a resident of Amarillo for 11 years, previously of Corpus Christi and Santa Fe. Charlotte did modeling when she was younger, enjoyed playing dominos, painting and spending time with her family, especially her grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leroy J. and Sarah (Napp) Tacquard, Sr.; husband, Monroe L. "Bennie" Morris, Sr.; daughter, Christina Marie Morris; son, Randall Lee Morris, Sr.; brother, Leroy J. Tacquard, Jr. Survivors include her sons, Monroe Morris, Jr. and wife, Laura of Conroe, Julious...

Mr. Antonio Humberto Ponce passed from this life Tuesday morning, August 9, 2022, in La Marque. Born August 14, 1953 in Texas City, Mr. Ponce was a lifelong area resident. Antonio was a truckdriver, had worked at Pretts Lumber Company in Hitchcock for many years, was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church and was a former football player with Santa Fe High School. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ismael and Mercedes (DeLeon) Ponce; wife, Mary Esther (Gonzalez) Ponce. Survivors include his son, Fidel Ismael Ponce of Santa Fe; brothers, Carlos Ponce, Francisco Ponce and wife, Nancy West of Santa Fe; sisters, Guadalupe Teresa Carroll of Santa Fe, Angelita Maria Lopez of...

Mr. Billy Lee Goodman passed from this life Monday, August 8, 2022, in Hitchcock. Born July 27, 1944 in Tulsa, OK, Mr. Goodman had been a longtime resident of Hitchcock. Billy proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He had worked as both a welder and a machinist before beginning to work for himself as a computer programmer. In his spare time, Billy enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar, gambling and watching sports and old western movies. He loved his wife dearly. He was preceded in death by his father, Jess Goodman; mother and step-gather, Doris Laverne and Louie Cartwright; brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Jane Cartwright; father-in-law, John Josph Dieringer; nephews, Jerry...

Mrs. Betty Fay Cantrell passed from this life Monday morning, August 8, 2022, in Hitchcock. Betty was born on October 21, 1931, near the base of Enchanted Rock in the Crab Apple Community of Texas. She grew up in Llano County and led a full life "as the most popular" girl in the school. Whether it be cheerleading, sports, beauty, she had it all. Her parents owned the local grocery store in Llano. Then in 1952 a young, handsome military man came through town, swept her off her feet, and she left from behind the soda fountain and got married a few weeks later. Their marriage was the epic love story, and Milton loved to tell it over and over. He called her "Shortie" and they were inseparable,...

Our Mom, Joann Dohman sadly passed away in her home on 7/30/2022 at the age of 91. Born to the late Ruby and Jack Miller 5/22/1931 in Houston, TX and graduated from Milby High School. She married the late Walter Dohman in 1950 and they lived in Houston for 22 years before relocating to Hitchcock, TX where they enjoyed creating memories with their family, friends and being a part of the community. Built a second home in Terlingua, TX where they explored the wildlife, land, mountains and beautiful scenery. She was part owner of Dohman Builders, Inc., and Louis Bait Camp. President of Eugene Field Elementary and member of the Lioness Club who volunteered at UTMB Hospital. Joann is...

Mrs. Nannie Marie (Anderson) Moser passed from this life Thursday morning, July 28, 2022, in Santa Fe. Nannie was born February 7, 1935, in Manor to Emmett and Violet (Lyckman) Anderson. The family eventually moved down to the coast and that was where she met the love of her life, John Moser, Sr. They were married in 1952 and shared 70 beautiful years together. In that time, they started a family and Nannie loved cooking and especially baking for anyone who came into her kitchen. She was a talented seamstress and embroider - making homemade clothes for her children. Nannie loved spending time with her family, they were her world. She and John tag teamed their vegetable garden and she...

Mr. Billy Joe Schoen passed from this life Tuesday evening, July 26, 2022, peacefully at home in Hitchcock surrounded by his family. Born August 6, 1941 in Taylor, Texas, Mr. Schoen had lived most of his life in Hitchcock. He had worked as a welder most of his life and later a mechanic for Galveston County Mosquito Control for 10 years. Billy was a member of the Hitchcock Jaycee's, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and gardening but his favorite thing to do was spend time with his grandkids. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fritz B. and Fannie Levelle (Roswell) Schoen; brothers, Julius Schoen and Elton Schoen; sister, Margarite Stefka. Survivors include his loving wife for...

- Mr. Robert A. Welch passed from this life Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at the age of 94 surrounded by his family in Santa Fe, Texas. Known as "Curly" by most but "Pop " by his family, Curly was born December 23, 1927, in Crosby, Texas to Robert and Elizabeth Welch. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Baytown. He went to work at Union Carbide and married the love of his life Elizabeth Jean Browder in 1950. They lived in Texas City until 1956 when they built their home in San Leon. Through the years they raised 3 children. He loved gardening, hunting, shrimping, trot line fishing and camping. Curly and Shorty spent a lot of time in bleachers attending baseball, football and softball...