Cabiness, Charles

Eagle Lake, Dec. 2.--Two negroes, Charles Cabiniss and Manuel Allen, who were under arrest and charged with robbing a Mexican at Matthews, and who were brought here and incarcerated in the calaboose to await removal to the Columbus jail, were cremated by the calaboose catchng fire at 1 o’clock this morning. All available efforts were faultless to rescue the two inmates. The sight was hideous to bebold. The two unfortunates frantically raved and prayed as gradually the fiery tongues engulfied the iron cage which held the victims. In a short time both succumbed to the intense heat, falling on their faces, where their bodies were nearly consumed. In the presence of wiling hands they perished, the heat too intense to liberate them.

Weimar Mercury, December 5, 1903, page 1

Cadman, Mrs. G. H.

Ms. G. H. Cadman, living about two miles north of town, died yesterday after a lingering illness. She and her husband moved to Rock Island from Lincoln, Nebraska, last February, and from that place moved to Eagle Lake in July last. The funeral took place this afternoon, with interment in the Lakeside cemetery, the funeral services being held at the home of the parents of the deceased, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Ostran, about two miles north of town. Mrs. Cadman was born in St. Joe, Missouri, and was 23 years of age. She was held in the highest esteem by all who knew her, and her death deeply regretted.

Eagle Lake Headlight, February 12, 1910, page 9

Cady, Martha Marie (Ermis)

Mrs. Cady’s Funeral Held Here June 15

Funeral services for Mrs. Martha Marie Cady, 62, of Weimar were held Tuesday, June 15, from St. Michael’s Catholic Church, with Father Charles Carolan officiating.

Burial was in the parish cemetery.

Mrs. Cady died at 2:30 a.m. Monday, June 14, in Columbus Community' Hospital, after several years’ illness with cancer. She had been in the hospital two weeks.

She was part owner of Cady Transit Mix in Weimar, which her late husband had founded.

Born October 30, 1920, at Borden, she was a daughter of William and Julie (Mazoch) Ermis. She was married to Otis C. Cady on October 24.1939, in Weimar. He died in 1967.

She is survived by one son Gary R. Cady of Columbus: two grandchildren, Mindy Lynn and Holly Marie Cady, of Columbus: four brothers, Ignac. William, and John (Peewee) Ermis of Weimar and Victor Ermis of New Braunfels: and two sisters, Mrs. John L. (Lillie) Saha of Sealy (Frydek) and Mrs. Robert (Cecilia) Miksch of Weimar.

Serving as pallbearers were Jack Sanders, James Heger. L E. Meredith, Daniel Ulbricht. Donald L. Helmcamp and Robert Dunn.

Weimar Mercury, June 24, 1982, page 7

Cady, Otis Clifford

Otis Cady, 54, Dies Suddenly Rites Wednesday

Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon for Otis Cady, 54-year-old owner of Cady’s Transit Mix Co. here, who died Monday night in Youens Memorial Hospital after a short illness.

Apparently death was caused by pneumonia. He had been ill with a type of “flu” last weekend but had been up and around the house again by Sunday. Late Sunday evening he began feeling bad again and at 3 a.m. Monday he was taken to the hospital.

There he began feeling better during the day but at about 4 p.m. his condition began rapidly worsening. He died at 8:15.

Here Since 1943

He had been owner of the ready-mix concrete business for two years. Before that he was a building contractor. Born Sept. 8, 1912, in Caldwell county, Otis Clifford Cady was a son of Claude and Nanny Cady. He married Miss Martha Ermis here Oct. 24, 1939, and they lived at various places as his work necessitated before settling here in 1943. After a few years as a general building contractor he began specializing in concrete work, and most of the curbing and driveways here now were his work.

He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus.

Wife, Son Survive

Surviving him in addition to his wife are a son, Gary, of Weimar; two brothers, Clarence of Shiner and Hayward of San Antonio; and three sisters, Mrs. Howard (Willie Mae) Hempel of Austin, Mrs. John (Doris) Ermis of Weimar and Mrs. Leroy (Peggy June) Kloesel of Schulenburg.

Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Hubbard Funeral Home and St. Michael’s Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Albert Hubertus was celebrant of the mass.

Weimar Mercury, May 11, 1967, pages 1 and 10

 Cain, unknown (child)

A little 6-months' old child of Thos. Cain and wife, who lives on the Harry Holman place north of Weimar, died and was buried at the Masonic cemetery Monday afternoon. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the bereaved parents.

Weimar Mercury, June 19, 1914

Caldwell, Ferd E.

MEMORIAL

CALDWELL -- F. E. Caldwell. more commonly known as "Uncle Ferd," was born in Charlotte, South Carolina, October 23, 1823; died in Colorado county, Texas, October 23, 1903, it being the 80th anniversary day.

When young his people moved to Haywood county, Tennessee. The deceased came to Texas in 1854, and settled on the place on which he lived forty-nine years, till his death.

When a young man he was converted, and united with the Harmony Baptist church in Haywood county, Tennessee. He lived a christian life, and died happy in the christian faith.

The deceased was never married. By economy and attention to business he accumulated a good estate, which he used judiciously in life, and before departure generously disposed of.

The deceased served in the Confederate army, a member of Green's brigade.

A host of friends and relatives attended the interment in the beautiful cemetery at Osage, with religious services conducted by Rev. T. E. Muse, after which the Masonic fraternity laid the remains in their last resting place.

"Life's labor done, as sinks the clay,
Light from its load the spirit flies.
While heaven and earth continue to say,
'How blest the righteous when he dies.'"

RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT

Committee Room, Weimar Lodge No. 423, A. F. & A. M.
Weimar, Texas, Oct. 28, 1903

To the Worshipful Master and Brethren:

We are called upon to chronicle the death of another of our honored members, one whose life has been clean and exemplary; one who has lived in this county for very near fifty years in the same neighborhood, and one who had lived out his "four score years and ten" in peace and love with this fellows. His love for the Masonic fraternity was pure, unselfish, general and fervent, and his remains were buried at the Osage cemetery, the place of his choice, on Sunday, the 25th day of October, A. D. 1903, with all the honors this lodge was capable of conferring upon its honored dead. We shall mourn his loss; let us emulate his example as a citizen and Mason.

Therefore be it resolved that this lodge wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days; that a page be set apart in the minute book of this lodge upon which to record this token of respect, and that a copy thereof be furnished the relatives of our departed brother, F. E. Caldwell, and that it be ordered published in the Weimar Mercury, and the Brenham Banner be requested to copy.

Fraternally submitted
J. C. Kindred,
T. A. Hill,
W. C. Crebbs,
Committee.

Weimar Mercury, 31 October 1903
From the files of Dorothy Albrecht. Contact Rox Ann Johnson.

Caldwell, Lily B. (Williams)

Caldwell

Lily B. Caldwell, 103, of Alleyton, passed away March 1 at Columbus Community Hospital.

She was born April 28, 1902 to Dave and Margaret Williams and worked as a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Stomy Caldwell; parents; siblings; and one son.

She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Mary Caldwell, of Alleyton; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; one great-nephew; cousins; and friends.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, March 7, at Green Grove Baptist Church in Alleyton with the Rev. E.E. Thomas officiating. Interment followed at the Alleyton Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Michael Williams, Willie Stovall Jr., Tracy Caldwell, Kenneth Hoyle, Michael Fitzgerald and Ruben James Edwards Sr.

Colorado County Citizen, March 8, 2006
Courtesy of The Citizen

Calhoun, David

David Calhoun died last Saturday about 9:30 p. m. at the home of his son, Mr. J. C. Calhoun. Deceased had been confined to his bed about four weeks gradually growing weaker all the time until death came to relieve his suffering. He was born in N. C. in 1832, came to Texas in 1857, served in the confederate war, came home to Oakland Texas, and followed his trade, that of a wheelright and wood workman. Died Feb. 11, 1911 and was buried in the Clear Creek cemetery at 4:30 p. m. Sunday afternoon. Our deepest sympathy is extended the bereaved family.

Weimar Mercury, Feb 17, 1911
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm

Calhoun, John Carlton

Last Rites for J. C. Calhoun, 77, Held Here Friday

Funeral services for John Carlton Calhoun, 77, were held from Hubbard Funeral Home here Friday afternoon, with interment in City Cemetery. Rev. J. L. Atkinson, pastor Weimar Methodist Church officiated.

Mr. Calhoun, who with his wife moved here from Oakland about a year ago, died at about two o’clock Thursday morning after several weeks of serious illness.

Born at Oakland May 8, 1870, he was the son of David and Mattie Calhoun. He married Miss Ruth Carden Harris December 19, 1894. A member of the Methodist Church, he served as a steward and trustee for many years. He was also a trustee of the Oakland school board for a number of years.

Surviving in addition to his widow are three daughters, Mrs. Ruth Ivy Faulk of Egypt, Mrs. Mary Bernice Crumrin of Mt. Carmel, Ill., and Mrs. Mattie Moss Alka of Mt. Carmel, Ill; a son, John Harris Calhoun of Houston; a sister, Mrs. C. W. Frazer of Oakland; and two grandchildren.

Active pallbearers at the funeral were W. D. Obenhaus, W. C. Brown, Ben B. Holt, Henry Hasse, Grady Shaver, John Fojt, Jerry Valchar, and Paul Miller. All his other friends were named as honorary pallbearers.

Weimar Mercury, February 27, 1948

John C. Calhoun Dies In Weimar On Friday Afternoon

Funeral services for John C. Calhoun, father of the Headlight correspondent, Mrs. C. R. Foulk of Egypt, were held at 2:30 o’clock on last Friday afternoon from the Weimar Funeral Home with Rev. Atkinson, Methodist minister officiating. Interment was in the Weimar cemetery.

Mr. Calhoun died after a long illness on Thursday, February 19th at his home in Weimar.

He was born May 8, 1870 at Oakland, the son of David A. and Mattie Calhoun, and made his home in Oakland and Weimar except for a brief period at East Bernard. He was a farmer until ill health caused his retirement.

Pallbearers were W. D. Obenhaus, C. W. Brown, Paul Miller, J. J. Volchar and John Fojt of Oakland, Ben B. Holt, Henry Hasse and Grady Shaver of Weimar.

He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Ruth Harris whom he married on December 19, 1894; one son, J. H. Calhoun of Houston and three daughters, Mrs. Foulk of Egypt, Mrs. R. C. Crumrin and Mrs. H. H. Alka of Mount Carmel, Illinois; a sister, Mrs. C. W. Frazar and two grandsons.

Friends attending the funeral rites from this area were Mesdames A. W. Linke and W. C. Hughes of Eagle Lake, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Obenhaus, Mesdames J. C. Malone, C. E. Carter and G. M. Longmire, G. H. Northington, Jr. and Geo. H. Northington III of Egypt, Mesdames C. J. Williams, D. F. Boyd, T. J. Matthews Sr., H. W. Hinze and S. W. Dayvault of Glen Flora and Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Reed of East Bernard.

The Headlight joins in expressing deepest sympathy to the family in their sorrow.

Eagle Lake Headlight, February 27, 1948
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Calhoun, John Harris

Funeral Services For J. H. Calhoun, 64, Held Sunday

Funeral services for John Harris Calhoun, 64, of Houston were held Sunday afternoon, Feb. 2, at Hubbard Fuenral[sic] Home here after morning services at Boulevard Harrisburg Chapel in Houston.

Burial was in the Masonic Cemetery here. Rev. Charles Young, pastor of First Baptist Church, officiated.

Mr. Calhoun died Friday, Jan. 31, in a Houston hospital.

Born Jan. 8, 1900, at Oakland, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John C. Calhoun, he spent most of his life in the Oakland and Weimar area, moving to Houston a number of years ago. He was a member of the Baptist church there.

Surviving are his widow of Houston; one son, Billy F. Calhoun of Houston; three sisters, Mrs. B. H (Ivy) Tolliver of Egypt, Texas, Mrs. Mattie Moss Alka of Mt. Carmel, Ill., and Mrs. Bernice Crumrin of Tulsa, Okla.; and three grandchildren.

Pallbearers were H. G. Little, Dewey Gerstenberg, Henry Hnatek, W. O. Hoegemeyer, David Cathcart and Frank Pokorny.

Weimar Mercury, February 6, 1964, page 1

Calhoun, Mollie Ruth

BABY DIES

Mollie Ruth, 21-days-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Harris Calhoun of his city, died at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Houston Monday evening at 5:05 o’clock, where she had been taken for medical treatment.

Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock with interment in Masonic Cemetery at Weimar. Rev. C. L. Boone conducted the services.

The child had been ill only a few days. She was taken to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Monday in the Hubbard ambulance.

The Mercury extends sincerest sympathy to the bereaved one.

Weimar Mercury, September 8, 1939, page 1

Calhoun, Ora Bell (Miller)

Final Rites For Mrs. Ora Calhoun, 60, Held May 22

Funeral services for Mrs. Ora Bell Calhoun, 60, of Houston, widow of the late J. Harris Calhoun, were held here Sunday, May 22, with burial in Masonic Cemetery. Rev. Wm. Jackson, Baptist pastor, officiated.

Mrs. Calhoun died Friday, May 20.

A native of Louise, she was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Miller. She and her husband and son lived here several years before moving to Houston 18 years ago. Mr. Calhoun died in February of 1964.

Surviving are the son, William F. Calhoun; two sisters, Mrs. Jessie Latham and Mrs. Betty Merell; three grandchildren; two half-brothers, Jessie and James D. Miller; and two half-sisters, Mrs. Johnnie Mae Rice and Mrs. Willie Mae Hilton.

Pallbearers were Vernon Turner, Lloyd Terrell, David Cathcart, Coy Streetman, Frank Pokorny and W. O. Hoegemeyer.

Weimar Mercury, June 2, 1966, page 4

Calhoun, Ruth Carden (Harris)

Mrs. John Calhoun Succumbs At 79; Rites Held Tuesday

Funeral services for Mrs. John C. Calhoun, 79, were held at Hubbard Funeral Home Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Kyle Nagel, Methodist pastor officiating.

Burial was in the Masonic Cemetery.

Mrs. Calhoun died Saturday night at San Jacinto Hotel, where had made her home the past six months. Her health had been steadily failing the past several years.

A native of Oakland, she lived there most of her life. She was born June 24, 1876, the daughter of John R. and Mary J. Harris. On Dec. 19, 1894, she was married to John C. Calhoun, who died in 1948, two years after they had bought a home and moved to Weimar.

She was a lifelong member of the Methodist Church and an active worker in the Woman's Society of Christian Service. She had been active also in the Oakland Church and Sunday School in her younger years and did some rural correspondence for the Mercury.

Surviving her are a son, Harris of Houston; three daughters, Mrs., Bernice Crumrin of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Mrs. Mattie Moss Alka of Mt. Carmel, Ill. and Mrs. Ivy Tolliver of Egypt, Texas; a sister, Miss Byrtha Harris of Danbury; two grandsons and one granddaughter.

Pallbearers were Ben Holt, Henry Brasher, Fritz Lichey, Grady Little Charles Ammann and Grady Shaver.

The Weimar Mercury, Friday, February 3, 1956
Transcription by Dennis Boatright

Callahan, Anna

A colored woman named Anna Callahan, for several years a resident of Columbus, died in this city at o'clock last Tuesday morning. Her remains were interred in the city cemetery at 9 o'clock yesterday in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends.

Colorado Citizen, September 12, 1895

Caller, James Harrison

Post Special: Columbus, Nov. 1.--Mr. Harrison Caller, for many years a citizen of Columbus, died suddenly yesterday at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. Thomas F. Bouldin. Mr. Caller was nearly 70 years of age and fought on the Union side during the war of the 60’s., The funeral was held at Odd Fellows’ Rest at 4 o’clock this afternoon.

Weimar Mercury, November 9, 1907, page 1

Caller, Laura Luella Lucinda (Walker)

FUNERAL SERMON.--The Rev. Williamson Daniels will preach the funeral of Mrs. Lou. L. Caller. on the third Sunday in September, at Pleasant Grove school house. [Interment in Pleasant Grove Cemetery]

Colorado Citizen, September 4, 1879

Callison, Ben H.

BEN CALLISON DIES AT EAGLE LAKE AFTER LONG ILLNESS

After a long and tedious illness Ben Callison died at his mother’s residence in Eagle Lake early Monday morning and was buried the next day in Lakeside cemetery with Masonic honors.

Ben was practically raised in Eagle Lake and was well known and very much liked by all the old citizens of the town. He had been an invalid for eight or ten years and his death was not a surprise.

The greatly bereaved family has our deepest sympathies in their ___ trouble.

Mr. Callison was a brother of Mrs. C. R. Kunze of Columbus.--Colorado Citizen.

Weimar Mercury, June 3 1921, page 6

Callison, Cora (Brown)

MRS. CALLISON SERVICES HELD

Mrs. Ned W. Callison, sister-in-law of Mrs. Love Kunze of Columbus, was laid to rest in an Eagle Lake [Lakeside] cemetery Thursday, following her death at her home in Van Vleck the preceding Wednesday morning.

Born in Atlanta, Texas in 1878, Mrs. Callison, the former Cora Brown, was married to Mr. Callison in Columbus in 1909. Mr. Callison died in 1946.

A son, Ned Callison Jr. of Houston,and a daughter, Mrs. W. E. Harrington of Van Vleck, survive. Other suvivors include her mother Mrs. M. Brown of Houston and several brothers and sisters.

Colorado County Citizen, January 22, 1948

Mrs. Ned W. Callison Buried Here Thursday

Funeral services were held at 1 o’clock on Thursday morning from the Mill Funeral Home for Mrs. Cora Brown Callison, wife of the late New W. Callison, who died on Wednesday morning at 2:02 at her home in Van Vleck, five miles from Bay City. She had been in ill health for the past three months.

The Christian Science Service was used with Lay Reader Meissner of Houston officiating. Burial was in Lakeside Cemetery with Gainer Jones, Henry Cissell, Reagan Voss, Charles Voss, Luther Clausel, Wayne Brown all of Houston serving as pallbearers.

Mrs. Callison was born November 29, 1878 in Atlanta, Texas and came to Eagle Lake to make her home with her family as a young girl. Her mother was owner of the Brown Hotel and she was a popular member of the social set here.

On February 28, 1909 she was married to Mr. Callison in Columbus and they with their two children made their home in Eagle Lake until 1929. Mrs. Callison succeeded her husband, who died on April 10, 1946 in the advertising business in the Bay City area.

She is survived by her mother, Mrs. M. Brown of Houston, one daughter, Mrs. W. E. Harrington of Van Vleck, one son, Ned W. Callison, JR. of Houston, one grandchild, Leah Harrington of Van Vleck, two sisters, Mrs. Irene Wilson of Houston and Mrs. C. Egbert Jones, Bryan, 2 brothers, C. O. Brown of Houston and Paul Brown of New Boston and a number of nieces and nephews.

Deepest sympathy is expressed to the family in their sorrow.

Eagle Lake Headlight, January 16, 1948
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Callison, Daisy Elizabeth

Eagle Lake Headlight; Our sincerest sympathy is extended Mr. and Mrs. N. W. Callison in the death of their little year old daughter, Daisy Elizabeth, who was taken suddenly ill Saturday and died at five o’clock same afternoon. The funeral was held from the family residence on Sunday afternoon, interment being made in the Lakeside cemetery, Rev. W. A. Render, the Episcopal rector, conducting the services.

Weimar Mercury, January 30, 1920, page 6

Camacho, Johnny Jr.

JOHNNY CAMACHO JR.
September 20, 1956- November 16, 2007

Services for Johnny Camacho Jr., 51. of Columbus were held Nov. 19 at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus with the Rev. Bill Mosley officiating.

Burial followed at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Columbus.

Camacho died Nov. 16 at St. Lukes Episcopal Hospital in Houston.

He was born on Sept. 20, 1956, in Victoria, the son of Juan "Johnny" Sr. and Janie Dela Santos Camacho.

Camacho was united in marriage with Margaret Ann Hernandez on Sept. 15, 1973

He was a self-employed residential painter and was affiliated with the Catholic church.

Camacho was preceded in death by his mother and two sisters.

Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Monica Ann Camacho Hernandez and her finance’, Agustin Santillano of Columbus, and Christina Marie Camacho Allen and her husband. Grant of Sealy; three sons, Tech Sgt. Johnny Camacho Ill and his wife, Kersten of Shreveport. La., Danny Camacho and his wife, Shelly of Brookshire, and David Camacho of Sealy; and 10 grandchildren.

Pallbearers were Richard, Rudy, Bennie, Jessie and Raymond Hernandez. Samuel and Nasario Camacho. Ernesto Urban and Paul Alvarez.

Henneke Funeral Home. Columbus, director.

Banner Press Newspaper, November 22, 2007, page 6A

Camarillo, Antonio

MEXICAN MAN KILLED BY LIGHTNING FRIDAY

Antoniio Camrillo, Mexican laborer at the Gemmer & Tanner gravel pit, was instantly killed by lightning last Friday.

Camarillo was working in a bunch of Mexican laborers, fixing the tracks, and at the time the lightning struck they were carrying a steel rail to place in the track. The unfortunate man was pratically stripped of his clothing by the bolt and his chest badly burned. [Place of interment unknown]

Quite a number of the men were knocked to the ground by the shock, but only one other man was hurt, a laborer by the name of Zertuche. His injuries were not considered serious.

The fatality caused consternation among the men at the pit.--Columbus Citizen.

Weimar Mercury, May 18, 1928, page 2

Camarillo, David

David Camarillo

David Camarillo, 67, of Eagle Lake passed away Thursday, January 10 in Eagle Lake.

He was born February 27, 1940 in Alamo, Texas

David was a forklift operator for a beverage company and converted to Christ in 1997.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elijio and Maria Camarillo; two brothers, Jose and Ezequil Camarillo; five sisters, Elizabeth Camarillo, Ezequilta Camarillo, Alicia Camarillo, Elizabeth Valdez and Lydia Gutierrez.

David leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Brenda Camarillo of Eagle Lake; sisters, Febe Rodriguez of Eagle Lake, Ermelinda Sanchez of San Angelo, Texas, Dora Quintanilla of Premont, Texas; and a brother, Mateo Camarillo of Eagle Lake.

Visitation was held Sunday, January 13, at 6 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Funeral Home.

Funeral services were held Monday, January 14 at 10 a.m. at the Eagle Lake Funeral Home with Rev. Roberto Estrada officiating. Burial followed at Nativity Cemetery in Eagle Lake. Eagle Lake Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Pallbearers were Paul Supak, Harry Allibone, Michael Hernandez, Billy Teague, Gary Ybarra, and Danny Hernandez.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, January 17th, 2008
Submitted by John Konesheck

Camarillo, Jose T.

Accident Ruled In Fatal Shooting Of Eagle Lake Man

A verdict of death from an accidenal[sic] pistol shot was ruled in the death of Hosea[sic] Camarillo, 31, on an Eagle Lake street last Thursday about midnight as Sheriff J. O. Walker and Constable Buster Semora were taking Camarillo to jail.

Justice of the Peace E. J. Frnka rendered the verdict, being called to substitute for Justice of the Peace Max Conner who is recovering from illness.

Judge Frnka ruled that Officer Semora’s 38-caliber pistol accidentally discharged as he scuffled with Camarillo.

Sheriff Walker was quoted as saying that he and Mr. Semora were caled[sic] to the home of Camarillo’s parents on a report that Camarillo was beating his father and brother.

The sheriff said that Camarillo went peacefully to the officers’ car but soon appeared to be sick. When the car was stopped, Camarillo jumped out and started to run but was caught by Mr. Semora, the sheriff is quoted as saying.

The shot followed. Camarillo was shot under the left arm. [Interment in Lakeside Cemetery]

Colorado County Citizen, May 22, 1958, page 1

Cameron, Minnie Mae (Smith)

Minnie Cameron, Dies in Galveston Burial Yesterday

Minnie Cameron, 74, Columbus native and resident of Alleyton for many years was buried in City cemetery yesterday afternoon after services at her church, Green Grace Baptist, in Alleyton. Rev. E. Hinton, pastor of the church officiated. Davis Funeral home was in charge

Minnie’s husband, Ed Cameron, died many years ago. Minnie died in John Sealy hospital Sept. 24 after an illness of several months.

She had no children. Survivors include a brother, Alvin Christian, and a niece, Alma Christian, of Columbus and a nephew Raymond Christian of Houston.

Colorado County Citizen, September 29, 1960, page 10

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Canady, Joe F.

EAGLE LAKE MAN FOUND DEAD WITH A BULLET IN HEART

Eagle Lake, Texas, Nov. 22.--J. F. Canaday, 55, a resident here for more than 30 years, was found in his room at the Henry Beckman home early Friday with a bullet wound through his heart. The door was barred with a chair.

A muffled report was heard, but nothing was thought of it at the time, Mr. Beckman said, until Canady failed to appear for lunch. the door then was forced open and Canady's body found on the bed with a pistol, from which one bullet had been fired, at his side.

Three notes were found, one telling of financial trouble. Another was left to J. M. Evoritt of Lissie, with whom Canady was interested in raising fine stock. the third note was to O. J. Wintermann, directing that all his debts be paid with the insurance money and that funeral expense not be over $300.

Canady, an insurance salesman, was widely known in this section. [Interment was made in Eagle Lake Masonic Cemetery.]

Weimar Mercury, Nov. 29, 1929

Canaris, Dionysus "Dan"

Last Rites Held 3 P.M. Wed. For Dan Canaris, 81

Citizens of the community learned with great sadness this week of the sudden death of Dan Canaris, 81, a former Eagle Lake business man for over fifty years. Mr. Canaris passed away at his home at 600 West Main at 9:30 March 1st from heart failure. He had suffered a heart attack in February and spent some time in the hospital, but apparently was recuperating nicely when the fatal attack struck. Born on August 8th, 1884, in Korona, Greece, the son of John and Katherine Canaris, he came to the United States in 1900. He worked in Sheyboygan, Wisconsin, for a while and then came to Eagle Lake fifty years ago and operated the Eagle Lake Candy Kitchen as a prominent business for many years. He and Evangelia Karamaounas were united in marriage on April 26th, 1922 in Eagle Lake. Surviving are his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Katherine McMahon of Lane City, Mrs. V. B. Wilson of Houston, and Miss Mary Canaris of Eagle Lake; and three sons, John of Dallas, Mike and Pete of this city. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren; other relatives and friends. One son, George, preceded him in death in 1939 at the age of six years. Funeral services were held from the chapel of the Mill-Bauer Funeral Home at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday with the Rev. Nicolas C. Triantafilou of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Houston, officiating. Burial was in Lakeside Cemetery. Mr. Canaris was one who enjoyed the friendships of many. His friendliness and devotion to his family and friends won him the respect of every acquaintance. Friends join in extending deepest sympathy to the family in the loss of this loved one.

Eagle Lake Headlight, March 3, 1966, Pg. 1
Contributed by David Hahn

Canaris, Evangelia (Karamaounas)

Last Rites For Mrs. Dan Canaris Held

Friends in the community were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Mrs. Dan (Evagelia) Canaris in the Eagle Lake Community Hospital at 10:20 a.m. last Friday, May 11th. She had been in ill health for the past six weeks. Funeral services were held from the chapel of the Mill-Bauer Funeral Home in Eagle Lake at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, May 12th, 1973 with the Rev. Micholas Triantafilou of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Houston, officiating. She was placed to final rest in the Lakeside Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Reagan Laughlin, Dr. R. R. Thomas, Bobby Joe Marsalia, James G. Cash and Louis W. Stiles, Jr. of this city and Virgil Boortz of Rosenberg. Mrs. Canaris was born on May 8, 1900 in Livadia Chios, Greece, the daughter of Mike and Frances Karamaounos. She resided in Pascagoula, Mississippi and Houston before coming to Eagle Lake to make her home many years ago. She was united in marriage with Dan Canaris on April 26, 1922 in Eagle Lake. Mr. and Mrs. Canaris operated the Eagle Lake Candy Kitchen in this community for many, many years. He preceded her in death in 1966. A son, George, died in 1939. Surviving are three daughters, Mary Canaris of Eagle Lake, Mrs. Katherine McMahan of Lane City, and Mrs. Helen Wilson of Houston; and three sons, John Canaris of Dallas and Pete and Mike Canaris of Eagle Lake. Also surviving are seven grandchildren; and two brothers who reside in Greece; and other relatives and friends. Mrs. Canaris was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and always demonstrated great love and friendship to her family and her neighbors. She never met a stranger and numbered her friends by her acquaintances. She and Mr. Canaris reared the only Greek family in this county and she spent many hours patiently teaching her family to speak Greek and to excel in English and in all endeavors of life. She shall be missed dearly by her loved ones and friends.

Eagle Lake Headlight, May 15, 1973, Pg. 10
Contributed by David Hahn

Canaris, John

CANARIS

John Canaris, 77, of Eagle Lake, passed away May 23 at Rice Medical Center in Eagle Lake following a sudden illness.

A native of Colorado County, he was born in Eagle Lake on Dec.7, 1925 to Dan and Evangeline Canaris. He was a graduate of Eagle Lake High School class of 1943, attended Millsaps College in Jackson, Miss. and Rice University of Houston. Canaris later graduated from Oklahoma University where he was also a track star. Following college, Canaris accepted a commission into the U.S. Navy as an ensign and later discharged at the rank of lieutenant senior grade. He and Onita Jo "Jodie" Dannelley were married from First Baptist Church of Dallas on March 20, 1959. The couple returned to Eagle Lake for retirement in 1989. Canaris led a distinguished teaching career in the Dallas area where he taught physical education and coached in the Universal Park and Highland Park schools. He taught swimming for the YMCA in Dallas for over 35 years, and continued swim classes in Eagle Lake for a number of years. Canaris was a member of the First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; sister, Kathryn McMann; and brothers George and Mike Canaris.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Terry and Edith Canaris of Waco; sisters and brother-in-law, Mary Canaris, and Helen and Bill Wilson of Eagle Lake; brother and sister-in-law, Pete and Jeanette Canaris of Eagle Lake; four grandchildren, Tatiana, Bruce, Michael and Nicole Canaris; and sister-in-law, Allene Canaris of Eagle Lake.

Funeral services were conducted May 27 at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake with the Rev. David King, pastor of Eagle Lake and Lehrer Memorial United Methodist Churches officiating. Interment followed at Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Pallbearers were Terry Canaris, Pete Canaris, Michael Canaris, Peter Canaris, Danny Canaris and Shannon Watson.

Honorary Pallbearers, Lee Barnett, Tim Monnich, Charles Spalinger, Johnny Prazak, Rev. Brent Beasley, John Young, Dr. Leonard Bornstein, Jim Kennedy, John Combs, Donnie Stern, Nick Dierschke, Andy Cary, Bill Appelt, Otis Budd, Bert Childress, DVM, Billy Giessel, MD and James Salinas.

The family has requested memorials be directed to the First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 339, Eagle Lake, TX 77434 or the charity of your choice.

Colorado County Citizen, May 28, 2003
Courtesy of The Citizen

Canaris, Mary

Mary Canaris

Mary Canaris passed away March 6, 2009 after a brief illness. She resided at The Oaks in Columbus, Texas at the time of her death.

Mary was born July 21, 1927 in Eagle Lake, Texas. She graduated from Eagle Lake High School and attended Durham Business College in Houston. Mary spent a lot of her adult life in Galveston and Houston. She was a Dental Assistant for about 17 years and also worked in the Insurance Industry.

As her parents entered their autumn years, Mary returned to Eagle Lake to assist in their care. She worked in several different retail positions in Eagle Lake.

Mary is survived by her sister, Helen Canaris Wilson and her husband, Bill, who live near Garwood, Texas; her brother, Pete Canaris and his wife, Janette, of Eagle Lake, and sister- in-law, Allene Canaris of Eagle Lake.

She is also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great nephews.

Her parents both preceded her in death. They emigrated from Greece in the early part of the twentieth century. Her father Dan Canaris was from the Peloponnesos area of Greece, and her Mother Evangeline Karamaounas Canaris was from the Greek Island of Khios. Dan Canaris died in 1966 and Evangaline died in 1973.

She was also preceded in death by a sister, Katherine Canaris McMahan in 1978, a brother, John Canaris in 2003, a brother, Mike Canaris in 2000, and a brother, George Canaris in 1939.

Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Eagle Lake Funeral Home. Visitation was held in their parlor the evening of March 9. A beautiful graveside service was conducted by Pastor Steve Whitfield in Eagle Lake’s Lakeside Cemetery the morning of March 10.

The family wants to thank Imogene Tillman for her rendition of “Amazing Grace” at the funeral service. Any remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, March 19th, 2009

Canik, Darlene (Huebner)

Mrs. Darlene Canik, 51, of Industry, died Wednesday, August 17, 1994, at her home.

Born June 12, 1943, in Industry, she was the daughter of Ben W. and Paula (Bernhausen) Huebner. She was raised in Industry, attended Welcome School, graduated from Bellville High School in 1961, and Blinn Junior College in 1963, where she was a member of Phi Theta Kappa. On Oct. 6, 1963, she married Gilbert Canik Frelsburg. Mrs. Canik was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Industry where she was a C.C.D. teacher for five years and a member of the Altar Society. She was a homemaker and a noted quilt maker.

Funeral services were held Aug. 20, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg with Rev. Roger Duffy, Rev. Dan Morales and Msgr. Sylvester Fuchs co-celebrating, assisted by Rev. Alvin Luedke and Rev. Walter Schindehette. Interment followed in Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery. Funeral services were under the direction of Knesek Bros./Etlinger Funeral Home in Bellville.

Serving as pallbearers were E. G. Wehmeyer, Arnold Klausmeyer Sr., James W. Ripple, William F. Hajek, Robert Nelson and Timothy Klaus.

Mrs. Canik is survived by her husband, of Industry; daughter and son-in-law, Cynthia Allison and Jeff Brannon of Austin; son, Richard Dwight Canik of Industry; grandson, Jesse Stuart Brannon of Austin; sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Roy Klaus of Brenham; step-sister, Viola Eben of Industry; mother-in-law, Lorena Canik; sisters-in-law, Madeline Vitek and husband Frank and Dorothy Bully and husband, Clem, all of Fayetteville and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in dearth by her parents and her father-in-law, Rudolph Canik.

Colorado County Citizen, August 24, 1994
Transcription by Dennis Boatright

Canik, Emma Tonie (Meyer)

Canik Funeral Services

Funeral Services for Mrs. Emma Tonie Canik of Rt. 2, Fayetteville, were held Monday, July 20, 1967 at 10 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg with Msgr. Werner A. Bockholt officiating.

Interment was in the Frelsburg Catholic Cemetery.

Mrs. Canik passed away Friday, July 17, 1987 at the age of 74 years.

Born July 28, 1912 In Frelsburg, she was the daughter of Willie Meyer and Emma (Kech) Meyer. She married Alfred Canik November 25, 1930 In Frelsburg and became a homemaker.

Surviving are her husband, Alfred Canik of Fayetteville; sons, Raymond and Mary Canik of Lone Oak, LeRoy and Peggy Canik of Fayetteville and Al Gene and Carolyn Canik of Frelsburg; daughter, Earline and Johnnie Shimek of Columbus; sisters, Josie Klimek and Helen Havel, both of Fayetteville and Lilie Laake of Columbus; 11 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 8 step-great-grandchildren; and one foster granddaughter.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother and a sister, 2 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.

Koenig-Peel Funeral Home of La Grange and Knesek Chapel of Fayetteville were in charge of funeral arrangements.

New Ulm Enterprise, July 23, 1987, page 3

Canik, Mary Amalia (Pavlicek)

Canik

Mary Amalia Canik, 98, of Frelsburg passed away Thursday Nov. 4, 2004, at the Colorado-Fayette Medical Center in Weimar. She was born Oct. 24, 1906, in Frelsburg to Frank and Louisa Stokr Pavlicek. She married Joe M. Canik on Nov. 10, 1925.

Canik, a homemaker, was a member of St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband, brothers, Anton Pavlicek and Frank Pavlicek; sisters, Louisa Cerny, Anny Cerny, Josephine Kulhanek, Otillia Kulhanek and Vera Schmidt; granddaughter, Barbara Korenek; son-in-law, Leonard Korenek; and daughter-in-law, Anna Jeanette Canik.

She is survived by two daughters, Evelyn Korenek of Nada and Gerogie Reising and husband Charles of Columbus; two sons, Leebert Canik of Frelsburg and Jerome Canik and wife Josephine of Houston; sister, Tonie Stibora of Ellinger; 17 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 6, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church with Fr. Wayne Flagg officiating.

Pallbearers were Dean Canik, Larry Canik, Chris Canik, Gregory Reising, Leonard Korenek Jr., Allen Korenek, Stephen Korenek, Kenneth Korenek and Patrick Korenek.

Interment followed at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery.

Colorado County Citizen Online, 9 Nov 2004
Submitted by Matt Cross

Canik, Raymond A.

Raymond A. Canik, 70, of Lone Oak, passed away Oct. 16 at Columbus Community Hospital.

He was born Nov. 4, 1931 in Lone Oak to Alfred and Emma (Meyer) Canik and married Mary E. Cox Feb. 4, 1976. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg and was a retired concrete foundation contractor.

He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Kim-berly Raabe; and step-daughter, Dian Ward.

He is survived by his wife; daughters and sons-in-law, Debra and Charles Rerich and Kathleen and Bill Wick, all of Columbus; sons and daughters-in-law, David and Lucy Canik of Pasadena, Gerald and Leslie Canik of Katy and Rusty and Ann Canik of Cat Spring; step-sons, Ricky Hall of Dell City, Okla. and Patrick Hall of Tomball; sister, Earline Shimek of Brenham; brothers, Leroy Canik of Fayetteville and Al Gene Canik of Lone Oak; 12 grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; and four step-great-grandchidren.

Funeral services were conducted Oct. 19 from Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg with Father Wayne Flagg officiating. Interment followed in the parish cemetery.

Pallbearers were David, Gerald, Rusty and Joe Canik, Jonathon Wick, William Raabe and David and Bryan Ward.

Colorado County Citizen, October 23, 2002
Courtesy of The Citizen

Cantu, Abel Joe Sr.

Abel Joe Cantu, Sr.

Abel Joe Cantu, Sr., 52, of Eagle Lake, passed away Saturday, June 2, at the Gulf Coast Medical Center in Wharton.

He was born August 23, 1954 in Eagle Lake, the son of Mary and Pete Cantu, Sr.

Abel graduated in 1973 from Rice High School. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan was a Drywall Installer, and traveled all over until his sickness over came him and was of the Catholic faith.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Cantu; brother, Pete Cantu; and brother-in-law, Kenneth Lynn.

Abel leaves to cherish his memory his father, Pete Cantu, Sr., of Dayton, Texas; son, Abel Joe Cantu, Jr., and wife, Erica, of Van Vleck; daughters, Amanda Cantu of Bay City, Audra Cantu of Bay City; sisters, Mary C. Padilla and husband, Jesse, of Eagle Lake, Rosie Gonzales and husband, Manual, of Dayton, Diamy Lynn of Pasadena, Ludy Esparza and husband, Javier, of Eagle Lake; brothers, Fred Cantu of Eagle Lake, Frank Cantu and wife, Debbie, of Eagle Lake; 11 grandchildren, Jordan Cantu, Antonia Cantu, Chelsea Garcia, Jr. Garcia, Diamond Canales, Selma Cantu, Kriston Cantu, Abree Cantu, Alyshia Cantu, Tylynn Cantu and Andrea Avila; and a host of family and friends.

Visitation was held Monday, June 4 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Funeral Home Chapel.

Rosary was held Monday, June 4 at 7 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Funeral Home.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 5 at 10 a.m. at the Parish of the Nativity Church in Eagle Lake with the Father Robert Guerra officiating. Interment followed at the Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake. Arrangements were under the direction of the Eagle Lake Funeral Home

Pallbearers were Randolph Gonzales, Josh Gonzales, Matthew Gonzales, KJ Cantu, Eddie Esparza, Jordan Cantu and Javier Esparza, Jr.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss. 

Eagle Lake Headlight, June 7th, 2007
Submitted by John Konesheck

Cantu, Anestacia

See article under Esequivel Rosas

Cantu, Ernest, Jr.

Ernest Cantu Jr., 80, of Houston, died Friday, Dec. 9, 1994, at a Katy medical center.

Born May 13, 1914, in Cost, in Gonzales County, he was the son of Ernest Sr. and Mauricia (Cardenas) Cantu. Raised near Gonzales, he moved to Eagle Lake with his family in 1929. In June 1943, he married Dora Molano in Eagle Lake. The couple resided in Eagle Lake before moving to Houston in 1965. Mr. Cantu was a former member of the First Baptist Church and Getsemani Iglesia Bautista, both of Eagle Lake and at the time of his death was a member of Mission Bautista Bertel of Houston.

Funeral services were held Dec. 11, with Rev. Humberto Figuerro officiating. Interment followed in Lakeside Cemetery, Eagle Lake. Dulany Funeral Home, Eagle Lake, was in charge of arrangements.

Serving as pallbearers were Frankie Coronado, Richard De LaRosa, Ted Alameda, Domingo Sosa, Manuel M. Gonzales and Randolph Gonzales.

Mr. Cantu is survived by his wife of Houston; his brother, Pete Cantu Sr., of Indiana, several nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.

Colorado County Citizen, December 14, 1994
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Cantu, Fred

Fred Cantu

May 1, 1916 - February 1, 1990

Fred Cantu, 73, of Houston, died February 1, 1990 in Houston. He suffered a fall at his home resulting in a severe head injury and was pronounced dead shortly thereafter at Ben Taub Hospital. He was bom in San Antonio on May 1, 1916, a son of Ernest and Mauricia Cardenas Cantu. He spent most of his life in Eagle Lake until moving to Houston in 1962. He was a member of the Catholic Church. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Antonia Coronado of Eagle Lake; two brothers, Ernest Cantu Jr. of Houston and Pete Cantu of Eagle Lake; numerous nieces, nqjhews and other relatives. Rosary was led by Virginia Guerra and Andrea Delgado at 7 p.m. Friday, February 2 from the Dulany Funeral Home Chapel in Eagle Lake. Funeral services followed at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 3, from Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church of Eagle Lake with Father Jesse Euresti officiating. Burial followed at Lakeside Latin Cemetery. Pallbearers were Bennie Sosa, Javier Esparza, Domingo Sosa, Ted Almeda, Manuel Gonzales and Jesse Podilla. Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, February 8,1990
Contributed by Patti Hall-Smith

Cantu, Maria (Cantu)

Services Held Sat. For Mrs. Pete Cantu

Funeral services were held last Saturday, August 8th, for Mrs. Pete (Mary) Cantu who passed away at 12:30 p.m. Friday, August 7, 1970 in Saint Joseph Hospital in Houston. Services were held from the Chapel of the Mill-Bauer Funeral Home with the Rev. Father Edward Geiser, Pastor of Our Lady Of Guadalupe Catholic Church officiating. Interment was in the Lakeside Cemetery. Mrs. Cantu was born March 25, 1919 in Rosenberg, the daughter of Salvador and Luz Castellanos Cantu. She lived all of her life in Eagle Lake Surviving are her husband, Pete Cantu; eight children, Pete, Jr., Mary Padilla, Fred Cantu, Rosie Gonzales, Ludy, Abel, Diamy; and Frankie Cantu; also four sisters and two brothers and other relatives and friends.

Eagle Lake Headlight August 13, 1970
Contributed by Patti Hall-Smith

Cantu, Peter

Peter Cantu

Peter Cantu of Eagle Lake passed away on Monday, December 14, 2009 at the age of 90 in Houston.

Peter was born on April 10, 1919 in Gonzales, Texas. By profession he was a truck driver most of his life.

He was preceded in death by wife, Mary Castellanos Cantu; and two sons, Pete and Abel Cantu.

Survivors include sons, Fred Cantu and Frank and Debbie Cantu of Eagle Lake; daughters, Mary Padilla and Jesse of Eagle Lake, Ludy Esparza and Javier of Eagle Lake, Rosie Gonzales and Manuel of Houston, Diamy Lynn of Houston; and host of grandchildren, relatives and friends

The family thanks their two sisters, Rosie and Diamy for being dad’s caretakers.

Memorial services were held Thursday, January 14, at 10 a.m. at the Parish of the Nativity Catholic Church in Eagle Lake with Father Robert Guerra officiating.

Burial followed at the Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, January 21, 2010

Cantu, Yolanda L. (Lopez)

Yolanda Cantu

Yolanda L. Lopez Cantu, 63, of Garwood, died Friday, Feb. 10 2006.

She was born Feb. 11, 1942 in Mexico to Jose M. and Mamuela Enriquez Lopez. Mrs. Cantu was a homemaker and a member of St. Robert’s Catholic Church.

Survivors include her husband, Eduardo O. Cantu of Garwood; daughters, Martha Frischknecht of Katy and Yolanda Cantu of Garwood; sons, Eduardo W. Cantu, Jose Cantu and Roberto Cantu all of Houston; sisters, Graciela Cerezo of Mexico and Guadalupe Payan of Houston; brothers, Ramon Lopez, Noe Lopez and Saul Lopez all of Mexico; and two grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A Rosary was held Sunday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. at Wheeler Funeral Home. Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 13 at 2 p.m. at St. Robert’s Catholic Church. Burial followed at Myrtle Cemetery in Rock Island. Arrangements were under the direction of Wheeler Funeral Home.

El Campo Leader News OnLine, February 15, 2006

Cantwell, Cadince Kay

Mother reportedly backs over child in pickup
Weimar girl, 14 months, dies in tragic accident

FLATONIA - A 14-month-old girl, Cadince Kay Cantwell of Weimar, was tragically killed lastThursday when she was apparently run over by her mother's pickup.

Flatonia Police Chief Leonard Cox said Tuesday that the child's death has been ruled an accident.

According to the police report, Cantwell apparently followed her mother, Lanna Kay Cantwell, 32, of Weimar out the back door of a business at 205 S. Faires St. owned by the child's grandparents, Baylan and Jeannette Fisbeck of Weimar.

The mother was unaware that her daughter had followed her outside and believed that the child was with the grandmother inside Flatonia Food Mart.

The mother was backing up a 2002 Ford F-250 4-wheel drive pickup in a service drive located behind the store at approximately 11:20 a.m. She had backed up only a few feet when she felt movement of the truck on the right backside, according to the police report.

She believed that she might have backed into a pothole in the drive, but when she exited the vehicle and went to the right side of the vehicle, the mother discovered the child laying under the truck just behind the right front tire.

The mother rushed into the store to get her parents, and the mother and grandfather drove the child to the Flatonia Medical Clinic located just one block east of the store.

Dr. Juan Ortega, as well as Fayette County EMS personnel who were called and responded to the clinic, attended the child and performed CPR.

Ortega made the call for CPR to be stopped and pronounced the child deceased due to heavy head, neck and abdomen trauma at 11:49 am.

Precinct 3 Justice of Peace Tommy Tipton was contacted and he also responded; however, Ortega will sign the death certificate.

The child, whose father is Ryan Cantwell of Weimar, was taken to Hubbard Funeral Home in Weimar by request of the family. [Place of interment unknown]

Weimar Mercury, March 8, 2007, page 1

Cappy, Mary Ann

Died in this city on the 4th July 1880, Mrs. Mary Ann Cappy, consort of the late R. C. Cappy, aged 54. Deceased was born in Glasgow, Scotland, July 4th, 1826, and came to Columbus December 25th, 1859. In her last illness she was faithfully attended by dutiful daughters, one of whom (Mrs. Ellen Wolf) came up from Houston. [Interment in Columbus Citiy Cemetery]

Colorado Citizen, July 8, 1880

Cardenas, Atilano Sr.

Atilano Cardenas Sr.,92,of Eagle Lake,passed away April 26,at Rice Medical Center Hospital,Eagle Lake.

He was born Dec.4, 1909 in Allende, Coahuila,Mexico to Servando and Andrea (Perez) Cardenas.He had been a resident of Eagle Lake for most all of his life,led a career in farming

and was a member of Berea Christian Church of Eagle Lake.He married Maria de la Luz Flores in Calhoun on Sept.25,1931.

He was preceded in death by his parents;wife;sisters,Matilda Ramirez and Maria Cardenas;a brother,Servando Cardenas.

He is survived by 11 children, daughters and sons-in-law,Effie and Mateo Navarro Sr.,Emma Hernandez,Hortencia Castillo, Teresa and Raymond Navarro, Simona and Ramiro Rico,Esther and Benito Rangel,all of Eagle Lake; sons and daughters-in-law,Atilano

Jr."Tony "and Lydia Cardenas, Refugio and Olivia Cardenas,Jose David and Maria Cardenas,John Sr. and Cherry Cardenas,all of Eagle Lake;brother,Louis Carranza, Fulsher; 47 grandchildren;74 great-grandchildren;and 22 great-great-grandchildren.

A prayer service was conducted April 28,from the Chapel of Dulany

Funeral Home.Funeral services followed April 29,from the Berea Christian Church of Eagle Lake with the Rev.Modesto Rodriguez officiating.Interment followed in Lakeside Cemetery, Eagle Lake.

Pallbearers were Steve Navarro, Rufus Cardenas Jr.,Jonathan Aguilar,Saul Rangel,David Cardenas and Angel Rico.

Colorado County Citizen, May 1, 2002
Courtesy of The Citizen

Cardenas, John Joe Jr.

John Joe Cardenas Jr.

John Joe Cardenas Jr., 28, of Eagle Lake passed away Monday, April 10 in Austin from injuries received in a car accident.

He was born July 26, 1977 in Eagle Lake, the son of John Joe Sr. and Cherry Morrison Cardenas.

John was a welder and had beenrecently employed by Stewart and Stevenson in Sealy.

Survivors include his parents, John and Cherry of Eagle Lake; a sister, Rebecca Servantes of Sherman; and a brother, Richard Edward  Cardenas of Eagle Lake.

Funeral services were held Friday, April 14 at 10 a.m. from Eagle Lake Funeral Home with Rev. Floyd Snyder officiating. Interment followed in Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake. Eagle Lake Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Pallbearers were Javier Salinas, Ramiro Rico, Michael Rico, O.C. Mancias, Marty Manciaz, Jeff Moreno, Steve Navarro and Robert Paul Moreida.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, April 20, 2006
Submitted by John Konesheck

Cardenas, Lupe (Espinosa)

Lupe Cardenas, 61, of Eagle Lake, passed away July 23, at Rice Medical Center following a sudden illness.

She was born in Edna to Peronilo "Pete" Espinosa and Eloisa Yanez Espinosa and married Joe Cardenas in Glen Flora, Sept. 27, 1961 and has been a resident of Eagle Lake since. Cardenas was the founding owner and manager of Rosebuds and Pedals [sic] of Eagle Lake, now operated by her daughter, and was a member of the Berea Church in Eagle Lake.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Victor Espinosa.

She is survived by her husband, Joe Cardenas Sr.; daughter and son-in-law, Dianne and Bernardo Aguilera of Eagle Lake, son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Elizabeth Cardenas Jr. of Eagle Lake; sister, Hortencia Juarez of Houston; brothers, Augustine Espinosa of Glen Flora, Joe Espinosa of Eagle Lake and Eli Espinosa of Columbus; grandchildren -- Christopher and Joe Allen Sosa; and great-grandchildren Michael and Allysia Sosa.

Funeral services were conducted Sept. 27 at Berea Church in Eagle Lake with the Rev. Modesto Rodriquez officiating. Interment followed in Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake. Pallbearers were….

Colorado County Citizen, October 3, 2001
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Cardenas, Maria DeLaLuz (Flores)

Cardenas

Maria DeLaLuz Cardenas, age 72, of Eagle Lake passed away December 8 at the Eagle Lake Community Hospital following a lengthy illness.

Funeral services were held December 10 at Berea Church with Ruben Romero officiating. Arrangements-were under the direction of Dulany Funeral Home in Eagle Lake. Burial was at Lakeside cemetery.

Maria was born December 9,1911 in Eagle Lake to Herminejildo Flores and Simona Gomez Flares. She was a lifetime resident of Eagle Lake. She married Atilino[sic] Cardenas on September 25, 1931 at Calhoun.

Maria was a member of the Berea Church.

Preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and one brother.

Survivors include husband, Atilano Cardenas of Eagle Lake; six daughters, Effie Navarro, Teresa Navarro, Hortencia Castillo, Emma Cardenas Hernandez, Simona Rico and Esther Moreno all of Eagle Lake; five sons, Atilano Jr., Refugio, Joe, David and John all of Eagle Lake; two brothers, Bruno Flores and Julian Flores both of Eagle Lake; forty-six grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren. She has numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Pallbearers include grandsons, Michael and David Cardenas, Frand[sic] and Joe Daniel Navarro, Joe Jr. and Arnold Cardenas.

Colorado County Citizen, December 20, 1984, page 2

Carey

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Carlton, John Owen

Carlton, John Owen

Mr. John Carlton, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. ("Buck") Carlton of Columbus vicinity, died Thursday after a brief illness, of some bowel complaint, and was buried yesterday afternoon in the family cemetery.[Tanner Cemetery] Poor John! he was a noble boy. Kind and charitable to a fault, possessing a disposition and heart that won for him a host of friends wherever he went, he will indeed be sadly missed by all his former associates. To the grief stricken parents, The Mercury's heartfelt sympathy is extended. In life we loved Johnnie as a brother, but in death we only mourn him as one, gone before, and hope one day to meet him in the haven of happiness and rest where sorrow, pain and parting are not known. Peace to his memory.

Weimar Mercury, January 5, 1895
From the files of Dorothy Albrecht. Contact Rox Ann Johnson

Carlton, Thomas Jefferson

Killing at Glidden

The Citizen regrets to learn of a difficulty at Glidden at 6:30 yesterday evening, which resulted in the death of Mr. Thomas Carlton, car inspector, who was shot and killed with a pistol in the hands of Car Repairer Barney Kane. The particulars of the affair are meagre, the Citizen having heard nothing more than that Kane stepped from the train and shot Carlton without the use of many words. It was no doubt the result of an old feud. Carlton fell on the track and Kane pulled him off. The ball entered the neck near the jugular on the left side, and passed through, coming out on the right side near the base of the jaw. Justice Farmer held an inquest, developing the facts above stated. Sheriff Burford went and arrested Kane and lodged him in the county jail. [Buried Columbus Odd Fellows Rest cemetery.]

Colorado Citizen, January 19,1899

Glidden

Messrs. John Needham of Gause, Will Needham of Cameron and Robert Needham of Smithville returned to their respective homes Friday, having been called here to attend the funeral of their brother-in-law, Mr. T. J. Carlton.

Mrs. Henrietta Needham is visiting her daughter, Mrs. T. J. Carlton.

Mrs. Mollie Peebles of Bolton, Miss., reached Glidden last Thursday in time to attend the funeral of her brother, Mr. T. J. Carlton Mrs. Peebles had not seen her brother since he was a boy of 15,

Weimar Mercury, January 28, 1899, page 1

Carlton, William H.

The death of Mr. W. H. Carlton, which occurred last Saturday night at his home near Columbus, was a painful though not unexpected event, to his many friends in his city, he having been in very bad health and not expected to live, for many weeks prior to his demise. In the death of Mr. "Buck" Carlton, as he was familiarly known, Colorado county has lost a useful and valued citizen. Of quiet disposition, with no desire to thrust himself into notice, few people realized his worth. Of his thousands of deeds of charity the world will never know, for he ever sought to conceal them, but the widows and orphans of the country know of same, and have just cause for blessing the name of Buck Carlton -- a grand good man who has gone to his reward as surely as the righteous are rewarded in that next and better world. Mr. Carlton was born in Hardeman county, Tennessee, in 1840, and came to Texas in 1851. He joined company B, Fifth Texas regiment, at the outbreak of the civil war, and was afterwards Hood's first confidential courier in the army of Northern Virginia. He fought in all the battles of that famous brigade, the principal ones being at Seven Pines, the two battles at Manassas Gettysburg, Chickamaugus, and the seven days' fighting around Richmond. He was wounded at Petersburg, Va. He married Miss Henrietta Tanner in the 70s. His wife and his daughter, Mr. J. W. Holloway, survive him. His remains were interred by the Ben Baker lodge of the I.O.O.F. in the family burying grounds [Tanner Cemetery] near the family home Sunday afternoon at 3:30. To the bereaved wife and daughter the sincere sympathy of one who knew and loved him is extended.

Weimar Mercury, December 1, 1900
From the files of Dorothy Albrecht. Contact Rox Ann Johnson

Carothers, Mary D. Estelle (Towell)

Mary Carothers

Mrs. Mary Towell Carothers, 94, died May 10 in the St. Anthony's Center in Houston. She had resided in Houston 62 years.

Mrs. Carothers was a native of the Shaws Bend community and had resided in Columbus and Eagle Lake. She was a former member of the Columbus school faculty and also served for a time as superintendent of schools in Eagle Lake.

She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, D.A.R., Ladies Reading, and a graduate of the University of Texas. She received her M.A. degree from Rice University in 1930.

Funeral services were held at the Settegast Kopf Co. in Houston at 9 a.m.Friday with Dr. John William Lancaster of the First Presbyterian Church in Houston officiating. The body was brought to Columbus for graveside services and burial in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery.

Mrs. Carothers is survived by a son, Durell Carothers of Houston, 5 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Colorado County Citizen, May 17, 1973

Carpenter, Eleota E.

Mrs. George Carpenter

Mrs. George Carpenter, mother of Mrs. A. P Beck, died at the Beck residence, where she had made her home. for some time, Tuesday evening, after a long illness. She was well along in years, had been in ill health for some time, and her death was not unexpected. She was a most estimable, kindhearted lady, one whom to know. was to love, a good, christian woman, having been a member of the Methodist church for many years, ever ready to help those about tier, and her death is sincerely regretted. The remains were interred in the Masonic cemetery Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Roy G. Rader, Methodist pastor, officiating in a touching burial service.

Weimar Mercury, March 24, 1916, page 4

Carpenter, George

Mr. George Carpenter, an aged and respected resident of this place, step-father of Mrs. A. P. Beck, died at the residence of Mr. Beck Wednesday morning at 2 o’clock of Bright’s disease. The funeral took place under the auspices of the Odd Fellows’ lodge, of which order he had long been a member. Mr. Carpenter also was a member of the Methodist church, and the local pastor, Rev. G. T. Gibbons, assisted in the funeral services. Mr. Carpenter was a native of Michigan, aged about 78 years, had resided here for a number of years, was a quiet, peaceable citizen, and highly respected by all our people. He leaves a widow and seven children, to whom our heartfelt spmpathy[sic] is extended. The funeral took place at the Odd Fellows Cemetery [Masonic] Wednesday afternoon at 4 o’clock.

Weimar Mercury, April 7, 1911

Carpenter, Rose Ann (Miller)

Carpenter

Rose Ann Carpenter, 67, of Garwood passed away May 9.

She was born on July 4, 1940 in El Campo to Louis Frank and Lorena Julia (Hahn) Miller.

She taught school for 21 years in Yoakum, Nada and Garwood.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Louis Arlin Miller.

She is survived by her husband, Bill Carpenter of Garwood; daughter Lorena Kristine Naiser of Round Rock and husband Brian and son Louis Ryan Carpenter of San Antonio and wife Carrie; and grandchildren Logan Naiser, Brooke Naiser and Cal Carpenter.

Funeral services took place Monday, May 12 at Lehrer Memorial United Methodist Church in Garwood with the Rev. Ardie Nelson officiating. Burial followed at Lehrer Memorial Cemetery in Garwood.

Pallbearers were Billy Ray Krenek, Randy Waligura, Mark Wied, Billy Hefner, Bobby Hunt, Mitchell Smith and Ricky Miller. Honorary pallbearers were Troy Krenek, Dale Hunt and Louis Cranek.

Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association, Lehrer Memorial Cemetery, Lehrer Memorial United Methodist Church or Garwood Volunteer Fire Department.

Colorado County Citizen, May 14, 2008
Courtesy The Citizen

Carreon, Vicente

Pedestrian Hit, Killed At Garwood

Vicente Carreon, a 41-year-old laborer, was hit by a pickup truck and killed as he stood in the southbound land of State Hwy. 71 at the Main Street intersection in Garwood Saturday night.

Driver of the 1982 Ford pickup was Maurice E. Hoffman of El Campo.

DPS Trooper Wayne Knox said Carreon was standing in the roadway and looking toward the shoulder on that side when he was hit at 10:40 p.m. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Justice of the Peace W. A. Hefner at 11:30 p.m. The body was taken to Dulaney Funeral Home in Eagle Lake. [Place of interment unknown]

No charges were filed.

Weimar Mercury, August 7, 1986

Carroll, Adam

Negro Killed; Woman In Jail.

Alleyton, Tex., Feb. 2.--Adam Carroll a young negro man, was shot and killed here last night about 8:30 o’clock. The body was not discovered until daylight this morning. A young negro woman is in jail. [Place of interment unknown]

Weimar Mercury, February 7, 1913

Carroll, Eligah Jr.

Eligah Carroll Jr. Funeral Services Held Feb. 8

Funeral services for Eligah Carroll Jr., 85, were held Saturday, Feb. 8 at Greater Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. John Ates officiating.

Interment followed at Oakland Cemetery in Oakland.

He died Feb. 1 as a result of an automobile accident.

Eligah Carroll Jr. was born on Jan 20, 1918. He was the sixth child of Eligah Carroll Sr. and Lillian Reed Carroll. He lived most of his adult life in and around Oakland.

He served in the United states Army during World War II.

Eligah was united in marriage to the late Girlie B. Jones Carroll. To this union, eight children were born; two infant children, Anita and Michael, preceded him in death.

He was later married to Mrs. Gertrude Johnson Carroll. He served faithfully in the Oakland Hill Baptist Church until he was called home.

Five brothers, A. C. Carroll, Raymond Carroll, Albert Carroll, Willie Carroll and Matthew Carroll; and one sister, Velma Lemons King preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Gertrude Carroll; five daughters, Barbara Moore and husband James of Schulenburg, Patricia Denman and husband Ernest of Richmond, Deborah Jones and husband Faurice of Katy, Pamela Hall of Oakland and Brenda Moore and husband Claudie of Schulenburg; and one son, Donnie Carroll of Devine.

He is also survived by three grandchildren, Tameka Hall of Richmond and Christopher Jones of Katy; three great-grandchildren, Davondre Lewis-Hall, Markedra Darden and Mia Love Jones; two sisters, Augusta Williams of Weimar and Bessie Williams of Oakland; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Pallbearers were Terrel Herring, Stanley Powe, Glenn McMillian, Clifton Jackson, Curtis Henry and Melvin Scott.

Honorary pallbearers were Deacons of Oakland Hill Baptist Church.

The Weimar Mercury, February 13, 2003
Transcribed by John Konesheck

Carroll, Ernestine "Stine" (Williams)

CARROLL

Earnestine "Stine" Williams Carroll, 57, of Eagle Lake, passed away at her residence May 9.

A native and lifelong resident of Colorado County, born Dec. 28, 1945 in Eagle Lake to Alex Jack "A.J." and Ophelia (Jackson) Williams. She was a graduate of E.H. Henry High School Class of 1963 and later graduated from The Franklin Beauty School of Houston. Stine led a distinguished career as a correctional officer with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice with Jester Unit No. 4, and had retired Jan. 31. She was a member of Community of Faith Church in Houston.

She was preceded in death by her father; husband, James Carroll; a son, Richard "Rip" Williams; and brothers, Robert Charles Price, Willie Bob Thomas and Kevin Thomas.

She is survived by her mother, Ophelia Lyons of Eagle Lake; step-mother Marlene Williams of Eagle Lake; daughter, Jayenelle Carroll of Eagle Lake; sons, Roney J. Carroll and Adrian J. Carroll both of Eagle Lake; four sisters, Nancy Arriola of Houston, Brenda Hemphill of Missouri City, Sandra Pettus of Houston and Arlene Jackson of Kendleton; eight brothers, Melvin Robinson of Eagle Lake, Marvin Thomas of Austin, Larry Thomas of Eagle Lake, Jessie Thomas of Houston, Anthony Thomas of Eagle Lake, Alex Williams Jr. of Houston, Ricky Thomas of Houston and Willie James Johnson of Houston; and five grandchildren.

Funeral services were conducted May 17 from Providence Baptist Church of Eagle Lake. The Rev. James W.E. Dickson II, pastor of Community of Faith Church of Houston officiated. Interment followed in Community Cemetery North, Eagle Lake.

Pallbearers were George Hemphill IV, Brandon Hemphill, Rafael Lewis, Rodney Williams Sr., the Rev. Eric Williams, Alex Williams III, Henry Brown, Reggie Davis, Joseph Malloy and Clifford Austin Jr. Honorary pallbearers were Anthony Thomas, Melvin Robinson, Marvin Thomas, Mario Arriola, Alex Williams Jr., Ricky Williams, Willie Johnson, Ernest Bruce, Roney Carroll, Adrian Carroll, Jessie Thomas, Larry Thomas, Melvin Gordon, George Hemphill III, Judge Jackson, Chester Hardin, J.B. Black and co-workers from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Colorado County Citizen, May 21, 2003
Courtesy of The Citizen

Carroll, Ernest Thelme

Ernest Carroll, Dairy Employe, Dies Suddenly

Ernest Carroll, 48-year-old herdsman for Stromquist Dairy, was buried in Eagle Lake [Death Certificate states he was buried in Jackson County.] Aug. 15. He died in Columbus Hospital Aug.13 following an attack with blocked intestines.

He and his family lived near the dairy in the Bernardo area, where they moved from Missouri 10 months ago. He was a first cousin of Rand Thrasher of Columbus.

Survivors include his wife and 2 children, Lettie Ann, 22, and Wayne 7, who attended Bernardo school last year. They are returning to Missouri this week.

Colorado County Citizen, August 25, 1960, page 8

Carroll, Festus R.

Death Claims Festus Carroll

Festus R. Carroll, chairman of the board of M-G Inc. here and prominent in civic activities for many years, died at 3 a.m. Friday, May 21, in Youens Memorial Hospital after several months' illness. He was 81.

Funeral services were held Sunday at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Jim Carr officiating. Burial was in Masonic Cemetery.

A Weimar resident since 1944, Mr. Carroll was a native of Enid, Oklahoma. He was born April 18, 1895, the son of Arna Bass and Martha (Barden) Carroll. The family moved to Texas in 1908. After schooling in Beeville, Corpus Christi and Houston, he was graduated from old Sam Houston High at Houston and attended Rice Institute until World War I broke out. During his two years at Rice he was captain of the football team.

He enlisted as a sergeant in the 357th Ambulance Co. in 1917 and a year later was commissioned a second lieutenant in the 168th Aero Squadron at Saumur, France, where he flew as pilot and artillery observer until July 1919.

After the war he was associated for several years with his brother Paul in the florist business. Later he joined the Campbell Fertilizer Co. and in that job pioneered the use of fertilizers in truck cropping throughout East Texas and the Rio Grande Valley.

He married Mildred Dargan on May 31, 1927, at Houston.

Mr. Carroll was a member of Rotary, the Masonic lodge, Shrine Temple, American Legion and other organizations, having served in various offices in all of them. He was a past president of the Chamber of Commerce and a former member of the school board. In 1972 he was honored by the Boy Scouts of Brahman District with the presentation of the Silver Beaver Award, and a few months ago he was made an honorary member of the Sons of the Republic of Texas, chiefly because of his work on the Sam Houston trail project for Boy Scouts. The idea of the trail, now a widely accepted part of the Scouting program in Sam Houston Area Council, originated with him and he was chiefly responsible for making it a permanent thing.

Mr. Carroll became associated with M-G in 1944 after a five-year acquaintance with its then owner, Marvin Gilbreath, through his job with Campbell. He was sales manager and nutritionist for the company for most of the 32 years he was associated with it and was still active in his job as well as community work until he became hospitalized.

Mr. Carroll is survived by his wife; his son Jeff and daughter-in-law Paula of Asheville, North Carolina; two grandchildren, Deborah and Kelly Carroll; and two sisters, Mrs. Addie Van Verth of Houston and Mrs. Bonnie Miller of Mathis. Nine brothers and sisters preceded him in death.

Pallbearers were Leonard Schoeneberg, Harris Ulrich, Ray Parks, "Tubby" Heger, Henry Brasher, Henry Herder, Leslie Townsend and Harvey Zatopek. Honorary pallbearers were Sam Hodges, Robert Moore, Col. Bob Townsend, the official board of First United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge members, Columbus Commandery Knights Templar, Weimar Rotary Club, Boy Scouts of all Weimar Troops, Dr. Willis Youens, and Drs. Seybold, Ormann and Killian of Houston.

Weimar Mercury, May 27, 1976
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

 Carroll, James

Murder Charged in Pistol Death

A Colorado County deputy sheriff was almost a witness to a roadside murder near the Altair bridge on highway 90A late Sunday night.

Deputy Bryon Toucheck did hear the pistol shot and was on had to investigate before the victim, James Carroll, 33, of Eagle Lake, expired.

He had been shot in the head at close range with a hollow-nosed .38-caliber bullet.

Charged with first-degree murder is Susan Toliver, 37, of Wharton, reported to have been Carroll's girl friend of long standing. She is in the Colorado County jail under $50,000 bond.

Toucheck reported that he had just passed the Altair bridge, going east, at 11 p.m., when he saw two cars parked beside the road "in unusual fashion." He slowed, and as he passed, he heard what sounded like a shot. Then he saw someone running toward the cars.

He turned around to investigate, and as he was radioing his position to the sheriff's office before leaving his car, a woman ran to his car pleading, "Help me. She's going to kill me." Toucheck put her in the back seat of the patrol car and approached the other cars.

Finding the wounded Carroll on the ground, he called the sheriff who went to the scene along with a Highway Patrol unit and other deputies.

Toucheck said Carroll and the Toliver woman had been riding in separate cars, each with a woman passenger, Mary Garza of Louise had ridden with the woman, Eddie Marie Shropshire of Eagle Lake with Carroll. It was the latter who appealed to the deputy for help. [Carroll was interred in the Alleyton Cemetery.]

The Toliver woman would give no statement, but statements were taken from both the other women as witnesses of the shooting. A .38-caliber pistol was recovered at the scene.

The Weimar Mercury, October 31, 1974
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Carroll, Winnie Estella (Searcy)

Winnie Carroll Funeral Held At Oakland

Funeral services for Winnie Estella Carroll, 91, of Oakland were held Wednesday, Oct. 14, from St. Paul Methodist Church, Oakland, with burial in the Weimar [Paradise Gardens] cemetery. Rev. Troy McKee officiated,

Mrs. Carroll, a resident of Parkview Manor in Weimar, died, there Thursday, Oct. 8.

Born Nov. 1, 1895, in Lavaca County, she was a daughter, of William and Lucresia (Payne) Searcy. She was married to Raymond Carroll in 1947, who preceded her in death. She was a member of St. Paul Methodist Church.

Surviving are her daughter, Mrs. Lucresia Woodson of Oakland, six grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Two brothers and two sisters preceded her in death.

Weimar Mercury, October 23, 1987, page 12

Carson, Clara (Roecker)

Clara Carson

Clara was born to Albert and Luberta Roecker on October 1, 1936 in Glen Flora.

Much of her life was spent in Eagle Lake, until she moved to Houston in November of 2000.

At an early age she accepted Christ and was baptized at Mt. Olive Baptist Church.

She attended E. H. Henry High School in Eagle Lake.

She married Len Carson on November 1, 1953 and to this union two children were born, Michael Ray and Katina Montrice.

In 1973 she was employed at Richmond State School and retired in September 1998 after 28 years of service.

Clara is preceded in death by her mother, Luberta; father, Albert; niece, Cecilia Grant; and great-grand daughter, Madyson Henry.

She is survived by a loving husband of many years, Len Carson of Houston; two children, Michael Ray Carson (Viva) and Katina Carson-Pratt (Xavier) of Houston; two sisters, Gladys M. Brown and Bessie Lee Allen both of San Antonio; one brother, Donald Johnson of Houston; nine grandchildren, Parathino Henry, Jawon Emanuel Carson, Shanelia Michelle Carson, Sharonda Williams, Kevin Taray Smith, Jeffrey Darnell Smith, Raffine Jordan Ferris, Xianna Katrice Pratt and Kyleigh Montice Pratt; 10 great-grandchildren, Andre M. Banks, Harold M. Gonzales, M’Kayla Nelson, Dariel’ Carson, Ja Shawn Carson, Paul Henry, Jr., Kameron Shepphard, Dylan Anderson, Serenity Lynn Marie Carson, Terrence Flicks and Jaden Smith; and a host of aunties, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends.

Pallbearers were Andre Banks, Mason Gonzales, Jeffery Smith, Jolious Pratt and Marvin Crystal.

Honorary pallbearers family and friends.

Visitation was held Friday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Funeral Home.

Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday, January 23, at the Greater Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Dave Curry, officiating.

Interment was at the Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Arrangements were under the direction of Eagle Lake Funeral Home.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, January 28th, 2010

Carson, Ella (Simpson)

Mrs. Ella Carson, Lifelong Oakland Resident, Buried

Funeral services for Mrs. Ella Simpson Carson, 89, a member of one of the Oakland-Hackberry section’s earliest families, were held Tuesday morning, Aug. 22, at Hubbard Funeral Home, with interment in the Masonic Cemetery.

The Rev. Howard MacAllister officiated.

Mrs. Carson died Monday in Youens Hospital after an illness of several weeks. Born Jan. 5, 1872, in Lavaca County, she was the daughter of David Joseph and Ida Wilkins Simpson. Her husband, the late James W. Carson, died in about 1944.

Surviving her are a son, J. S. Carson, postmaster at Oakland; a daughter, Mrs. Ida Wade, also of Oakland and two grandchildren. Another daughter, Mrs. Arabella Fisher, preceded her in death.

Weimar Mercury, August 25, 1961

 Carson, Josephine (Fowlkes)

Died, at her home in Lavaca county, about three miles from this place, on the morning of the 8th inst. Mrs. Josephine Carson, nee Fowkles[sic], wife of Jas. W. Carson; and was buried at the old Clear Creek church graveyard. Mrs. Carson was born in this county, and had lived near here all her life. She leaves a husband and three sons. A large number of relatives and neighbors accompanied the corpse to its final resting place and participated in the burial.

Weimar Mercury, Oct. 12, 1889
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm

It is with a feeling of deep regret that we chronicle the death of Mrs. Carson, wife of Mr. J. W. Carson of the Hackberry community, which occurred Tuesday evening. She had been ill but a short time and her sudden taking off is indeed a sad blow to the loved ones she leaves behind. The Herald joins a large circle of sorrowing friends in extending sincere condolence to the grief-striken family.

Halletsville Herald, October 10, 1889
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm

Carson, Unknown (child)

Oakland Notes

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. H S. Carson died here on the 18th inst. [Place of interment unknown]

Colorado Citizen, January 26, 1888, page 3

Carter

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Casey, Opal (Stofla)

Mrs. Opal Casey, 46, Dies In San Antonio

Mrs. Opal Casey, 46, died at 1:50 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, in the San Antonio State Hospital. Her family announced that her body will be dedicated to the State of Texas for anatomical research.

The former Opal Stofla of Glidden, she was a stepdaughter of the late Henry N. Senn. Her sister, Mrs. Adolf (Mary) Emmel of Weimar, and an aunt, Mrs. Lillie Hughes of San Antonio survive.

Weimar Mercury, September 19, 1963, page 1

Cason, Geraldine (Taylor)

Mrs. Geraldine Cason, former resident, dies

Mrs. Geraldine Cason, long time resident of Eagle Lake, passed away Sunday after a brief illness in St. Luke's Hospital in Houston. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Mill-Bauer Chapel with the Reverend Charles Runk and the Reverend Lorena Matthews officiating. Clara Mae Nash provided the organ accompaniment.

Interment followed at the Lakeside Cemetery. Pallbearers were Johnny Vasut, Charlie Vasut, Emil Vasut, Kenneth Abel, Hamilton Machlan and Frank Tate.

Mrs. Cason was born to James L. Walker and Clara G. Taylor in Columbus on October 26, 1903. She was a lifelong resident of Colorado County and lived in the Eagle Lake area during her adult life.

After attending Southwest Texas State Teachers College Mrs. Cason taught school in Calhoun, Matthews, Bonus, Garwood and Eagle Lake before retiring.

Mrs. Cason will indeed be missed by all those whose lives she touched. She founded and was past president of the Eagle Lake Garden Club and served as its secretary for years. She was also an active member of the United Methodist Church of Eagle Lake, the Anita Wilcox Circle of the United Methodist Church, the Retired Teachers Association, Eagle Lake Study Club and member of the AARP.

Mrs. Cason is survived by a son, George M. Cason, Jr. of League City; sister, Mrs. J. M. Skinner, Jr. of Falfurrias: grandson, Glen Marshall Cason of Eagle Lake; nephews, J. M. Skinner, Jr. of Falfurrias, David D. Skinner of El Paso; and numerous other relatives and loved ones.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Colorado County Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Eagle Lake Unit.

Cassady, Allen Dale

Allen Dale Cassady

March 1, 1924 - February 15, 1990

Allen Dale Cassady, 65, of Eagle Lake, died on Thursday, February 15, 1990, at 10:55 a.m. at the Eagle Lake Community Hospital. He was born near Lissie in Wharton County on March 1, 1924, a son of Ernest C. and Gertrude Mae "Gertie" Adkins Cassady.  He had been a resident of our area all of his life with a distinguished career in agriculture. He was a rice farmer, cattleman, and former president of the American Rice Growers Association. He graduated from Eagle Lake High School in May of 1941 and entered Texas A&M University the following September where he continued his education until entering the Service. On November 16, 1943, he and Dorothy Ellen Kohleffel were united in marriage at the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Lissie.  His devotion to God and his country are exemplified by his dedication to the First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake. A member and former deacon, he also served as a Sunday School teacher, superintendent of Sunday School as well as other committees, whenever called upon.  He was a decorated combat veteran of the Second World War. He volunteered for service in the Air Force and after a period of training he was stationed in England with the 448th Bomb Group, 2nd Air division of the Eighth Air Force. While flying on combat missions as a bombardier tMi a B-24 Liberator, he was awarded 4 Batde Stars, the Air Medal with 3 Oak leaf Ousters and the Distinguished Flying Cross. After completing his combat missions, he returned to the United States and served as a bombardier instructor in the Training Command.  Civically, he served his community when elected to City Council in Eagle Lake in April of 1963. He served as mayor in 1969 and 1970 and had always shown an active interest in community affairs.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother-in-law, Herman F. Ireland.  Survivors included his devoted wife of 46 years, Dorothy Ellen Kohleffel Cassady of Eagle Lake; a sister, Lucille Cassady Ireland of Houston; a brother-in-law and sister in- law, Raymond Lee and Dorothy Kohleffel of Eagle Lake; a niece, Dina Marie Kohleffel Cromer of Houston; two nephews, AUen J. Kohleffel of Eagle Lake and Stephen L. Cromer of Houston; and numerous other relatives and a host of loved ones.  Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, February 17 from the First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake with Rev. David Mann officiating.  Mrs. Monroe (Carol Joyce) Ripper served as organist, and Mrs. Major (Sandra) Benge served as pianist As a duet, Clark and Vicki Powers, sang "How Great Thou Art". Interment with Military Honors followed at Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake under the auspices of the U.S. Army and VFW Post 8783 of Eagle Lake.  Pallbearers were Walter Lee Bayer, Lonnie Sommeriatte, TJ. Smith, Charles Lee Spalinger, Johnny Parker, John Adkins, Joe Mike Crane, Frank Higgins. Honorary Pallbearers were Ralph Truly, Wayne Lee Gorman, Orville Powers, Dr. Russell Thomas, Dr. Raymond Thomas, Johnny Meitzen, Frank Davidson, Major Benge, Leonard Walker, Walter B. Smidi and Lt. Col. (Ret.) Leroy Engdahl.  Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight; February 22, 1990
Contributed by Patti Hall-Smith

Cassady, Dorothy Ellen (Kohleffel)

Dorothy Ellen Kohleffel Cassady

Dorothy Ellen Kohleffel Cassady, 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 8, at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital in Houston after a determined race to detour leukemia.

Dorothy was born on November 6, 1923 in Eagle Lake to Raymond Robert and Mary Lee Arnett Kohleffel.

A lifelong resident of Eagle Lake, she graduated from high school in May 1941 and worked for the First National Bank during the war years.

On November 16, 1943, she and Allen Dale Cassady were united in marriage at the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Lissie.

Throughout WWII, Dorothy either traveled with Dale to various air bases or was in Eagle Lake helping take care of family.

Following the war, Dale and Dorothy began their rice farming operation. Dale’s early retirement, provided many traveling adventures in the U.S. and Europe.

In later years, she traveled with family and friends, always ready to go and have a good time.

Her devotion to God and family are exemplified by her lifetime of service in the First Baptist Church from Sunday school teacher, to summer youth travel chaperon to budget committee.

From early teaching from her aunts, Dorothy mastered bridge and enjoyed countless years playing in the Tuesday and Wednesday Bridge Clubs. She was also a member of the Study Club of Eagle Lake and the Tom Waddell Nature Club.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Allen Dale Cassady; brother, Raymond Lee Kohleffel and sister-in-law, Dorothy; sister-in-law, Lucille Cassady Ireland and husband, Herman; as well as Kohleffel aunts and uncles, Myrtle Arnett, Willie Mill, Gladys Treyig and Alvin Kohleffel.

Affectionately known as “Auntie”, she is survived by niece, Dina Marie Kohleffel and husband, Bob Livermore; nephew, Allen Joe Kohleffel and wife, Katrina; and grandnephews, Cody Allen and Cordale Raymond Kohleffel and Ridge Livermore; “Kohleffel First Cousins”, Virginia Mill Bauer, Doris Arnett Parker, Harry Treybig, Buddy Treybig, Margaret Treybig Martin, Kathryn Treybig Hardin and Terry Lynn Kohleffel.

Pallbearers were Andy Anderson, Martin Herman, Peter Canaris, Frank Higgins, Dale Obenhaus and Lonnie Sommerlatte.

Visitation was held Wednesday, January 9 from 2 to 8 p.m.

Funeral services were held Thursday, January 10 at 10 a.m. from First Baptist Church in Eagle Lake. Final arrangements were under the direction of Eagle Lake Funeral Home. [Interment in Lakeside Cemetery]

Memorial contributions may be made to Rice Medical Foundation, P.O. Box 277, Eagle Lake, Texas 77434 or First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 339, Eagle Lake, Texas 77434.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss. 

Eagle Lake Headlight, January 17th, 2008
Submitted by John Konesheck

Cassagne, Frank

MR. FRANK CASSAGNE

In the death of Mr. Frank Cassagne, which occurred at the family residence near Columbus Friday night, Colorado County [loses] one of her most honored citizens. Mr. Cassagne was loved and respected by all who [knew] him for his many noble traits of character.

Mr. Cassagne was born in New Orleans and moved to Columbus when a baby with his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Jjoseph Cassagne and lived on the old home place until his death. He was born in New Orleans on October 10, 1857, and died on the 29th day of [August], 1924, enjoying over sixty six years of life. Mr. Cassagne was a valuable member of the Woodmen of the World.

To his close friends his death was not unexpected as he had not been in good health for a year; but his townsmen were filled with grief when the message came that he had passed away.

Mr. Cassagne is survived by his brother, Mr. J. W. Cassagne, a sister, Mrs. F. W. Allen of Houston, a nephew, F. W. Allen, Jr., one niece, Mrs. Whit Boyd of Houston, four great-nieces, Misses Carrie and Mararet [sic.] Boyd of Houston and Elizabeth and Florence Stafford of El Paso, Texas.

Contributed. [Interred in Columbus Odd Fellows Rest]

Columbus Citizen, September 4, 1924, page 8

Cassagne, John W.

SUDDEN DEATH AT COLUMBUS.

Mr. John W. Cassagne. well known citizen of the Columbus section, and schoolmate and life-long friend of the writer, died Wednesday morning.

In July of last year he figured in a sensational kidnapping case. wherein he was the victim, being kidnapped and only made his escape after being taken into Central Texas. He had charge of the Columbus cemeteries for many years. He is survived by one sister. Mrs. Fred Allen of Houston. and a niece, Mrs. Whit Boyd of Houston.

John Cassagne was a mighty fine man. Quiet, peaceable, honest, upright, a dependable man, he had friends wherever he was known. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to his bereaved ones. [Interment in Odd Fellows Rest]

Weimar Mercury, April 30, 1937, page 1

Cassel, Henry

Alleyton Tex., Jan 26.--Henry Cassel, a negro, froze to death last Monday night. He with another negro left East Bernard for their home near Alleyton. They were drinking, and separated at the section house six miles east of Alleyton some time in the night. The coroner, W. C. Davidson, rendered his verdict that Cassel came to his death by cold. [Place of interment unknown]

Weimar Mercury, February 4, 1899, page 7

Cassell, Elbert Lee

Elbert Lee Cassell, Sr. longtime resident of Columbus, passed away at his home on Saturday, April 3rd, following a heart attack.

Mr. Cassell was born on Oct. 30, 1926, in Lecompte, La., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lee G. Cassell. The family soon thereafter moved to Fayetteville, where Elbert went to school, graduating from Fayetteville High School in 1943. He then attended Texas A&M University, graduating in 1947 as a civil engineer.

In Houston on June 12th. 1947, he married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Kubena, also of Fayetteville, and following his honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy during World War II, they moved to Columbus in 1949. They had four sons, Wayne, Les, Elbert Jr., and Guy.

For most of his career Cassell was employed with Thorstenberg Materials Inc. in Colorado County, which several years ago was purchased by Ideal, Inc., and then, in turn, was later acquired by the multi-national corporation of Holnam, Inc. Cassell's expertise in the gravel industry was highly regarded by his associates and peers. During the 70's he was on special assignment in the Amazon regions of South America, and in recent years served as consultant and supervisor on various job assignments in West Texas, and other parts of the United States. He retired from Holnam, Inc. in 1991.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, past commander of American Legion Post #383; the Colorado Valley Shrine Club; the Masonic Caledonia Lodge #68 and Worship Master in 1961, and the Woodmen of the World Lodge #7. He served on the Columbus City Council 1955-1957.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, April 6, at 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Columbus, with Rev. Scott Herron officiating; followed by the Masonic rites conducted at graveside [Odd Felows Rest Cemetery] under the direction of John Kirkpatrick of Weimar. Masonic pallbearers were: C. L. "Buddy" Prause, Ronnie Rogers, Hal Halcom, James Dunn Seymour, Gary Sutton, and Stephen Moore. Other Masonic members assisted.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Cassell, and his mother, Mrs. Lee Cassell, both of Columbus; and his children, Wayne & Linda Cassell and grandchildren, Jason, Nathon, and Kayla of League City. Elbert Jr. and Beth Cassell, and grandchildren Shawn and Carena of Lorena; Les G. and Debbie Cassell, and grandchildren Jennifer, Jacob and Candice of Columbus; and Guy D. Cassell, all of Columbus; a sister, Mrs. Elsie Lanclos of Houston, and many other friends and relatives.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lee G. Cassell in 1976.

Colorado County Citizen, April 14, 1993

Castellanos, Salvador V., Jr.

Salvador V. "Chava" Castellanos Jr., 70 of Eagle Lake, passed away Sept 18, at Hermann Hospital in Houston.

A lifelong resident of Colorado County, he was born Feb. 25, 1931 in Eagle Lake to Salvador and Luz Valdez Castellanos Sr.. He attended school locally, was a member of the Roman Catholic Parish of the Nativity in Eagle Lake, American Legion and AARP. He served with the U. S. Army during the Korean conflict. Chava drove a truck for Ashby Oil Company until an injury in 1957 left him paralyzed. He married Josephine Arreguin Feb. 8, 1964 in East Bernard.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; sisters, Mary Cantu, Christina Lopez and recently Teresa Frausto.

He is survived by his brother, Joe Castellanos of Houston and sisters, Hermania Munoz of East Bernard and Ramona Garcia of Eagle Lake.

Funeral services were conducted Sept. 22, from the Roman Catholic Parish of the Nativity's Our Lady of Perpetual Help Sanctuary in Eagle Lake, with the Rev. Eddie Winkler officiating. Interment followed in Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Pallbearers were nephews, Sam Munoz, Mike Rivera Jr., Raymond Lee Lopez, Eddie…..

….be made to the Parish of the Nativity Building Fund, P. O. Box 307, Eagle Lake, TX 77434.

Colorado County Citizen, October 3, 2001
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Castillo, Baudelio

Baudelio Castillo, 100, of Eagle Lake died on July 19 at the Eagle Lake Community Hospital.

The funeral was conducted at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 22 from Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Rev. Ray Widacki officiating. Burial was in Lakeside Cemetery. A rosary was recited on Sunday, July 21 from the Dulany Funeral Home Chapel led by Eusebio Salazar.

He was born on August 16, 1984 in Mexico, a son of the late Carlos and Maria Salinas Castillo. He was an Eagle Lake resident most of his life, a veteran of World War I and a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; wife; one son, Louis and a granddaughter, Viola Castillo, who died three weeks ago.

Survivors include: two daughters, Florence Morales and Anita Contreras, both of Eagle Lake; four sons, Julian, John, Domingo and Ignacio Castillo, all of Eagle Lake; a brother, Leonides Castillo of San Antonio; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers were John and Daniel Contreras, Allen, Michael and Edward Morales, Domingo Castillo Jr. and Martin Morales.

Sympathy is extended to the family.

Eagle Lake Headlight, July 25, 1985
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Castillo, Joe Jr.

CASTILLO

Joe Castillo, Jr., 53 of Eagle Lake, passed away May 8 in Eagle Lake following injuries received in an accident working at Castillo's Tire Repair Shop.

Born in Pino Zuares, Zacatecas, Mexico March 19, 1948 to Jose Castillo, Sr. and Manuella Lerma Castillo and married Hortencia Cardenas in Eagle Lake, May 5, 1973. He was a resident of this area for most of his life and worked for Guthman Farms, farming rice in Wharton and Colorado Counties and helped part-time in the family's Castillo's Tire Repair Shop.

He is survived by his wife; parents, Jose and Manuela Castillo Sr. of Eagle Lake; father-in law, Altilano Cardenas of Eagle Lake; daughter, Angie Castillo of Eagle Lake; son, Ralph Castillo of Eagle Lake; sister, Hillary Rangel of Eagle Lake; brothers, Gregorio, Ramon, Reyes, Felipe, and Jesus Castillo, all of Eagle Lake; and grandchildren, Ryan Michael Castillo, Joseph Ryan Castillo, Miranda Castillo and Ralph Castillo, Jr.

Funeral Services were conducted May 12 from the chapel of Dulany Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Martinez officiating and Bonnie Navarro, soloist.

Interment followed at Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Pallbearers were Gerardo M. Rangel, Miguel A. Castillo, Rufus Tillman, Jr., Luis Lugo, Joe Cardenas, Jr. and Juan Castillo.

Honorary pallbearers were members of the Leroy Guthman Family.

Colorado County Citizen, May 16, 2001

Castillo, Julian Hernandez

Julian Hernandez Castillo

Julian Hernandez Castillo passed away on Wednesday, September 30.

Julian was born on February 16, 1918. He lived most of his life in Eagle Lake and retired from the railroad.

He proudly served in the United States Army as a member of the 48th Armored Infantry during WWII in Europe.

He received a Good Conduct Medal and the EAME Medal with 3 Bronze Stars.

He is survived by his daughter, Molly Rangel; son Benjamin and wife, Frances Castillo; son, Julian Castillo; daughter, Benilde Castillo; daughter, Elva Romo; adopted son, Georgie Castillo; adopted daughter, Frances Castillo, and her husband; step-children include Angie De La Rosa and husband; Gloria Reyes; and many grand- and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Anita Contreras; and two brothers, Domingo Castillo and Ignacio Castillo.

Pallbearers were Michael Romo, Bennie Castillo, Georgie Castillo, Jr., Dominic Castillo, Jonathan Castillo, Julian Flores, III and Eugene Mendoza.

Honorary pallbearers were Joe Patrick Castillo, John Scholten and Albert Perez.

Services were held Saturday, October 3, at 10 a.m. at the Parish of the Nativity Catholic Church in Eagle Lake with Father Robert Guerra officiating.

Services were under the direction of Eagle Lake Funeral Home

Visitation was held Friday evening 5-8 at the Eagle Lake Funeral Home.

A Rosary was held at 7 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Funeral Home.

Interment followed at the Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, October 8th, 2009

Castillo, Manuela Lerma

Manuela Lerma Castillo, 73, of Eagle Lake, passed away March 23, at Rice Medical Center following a sudden illness.

She was born June 17, 1928 in Pino Suarez, Zacatecas, Mexico. She has been a resident of Eagle Lake for almost 30 years and a member of the Roman Catholic Parish of the Nativity.

She was preceded in death by a son, Jose Castillo Jr.

She is survived by her husband, Jose Castillo Sr.; daughter, Hilaria Rangel; sons and daughters-in-law, Gregorio and Nicolasa Castillo, Ramon and Alicia Castillo, Reyes and Cecia Castillo, Felipe Castillo and Jesus and Jo Ann Castillo, all of Eagle Lake; sisters, Feliza Duque and Juana Ojeda both of Mexico; brothers, Otaviano and Miguel Lerma both of Mexico; 22 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Mrs. Jose (Hortencia "Penny") Castillo Jr. of Eagle Lake.

Funeral services were conducted March 26, from the Parish of the Nativity's Our Lady of Perpetual Help Sanctuary with the Rev. Eddie Winkler officiating. Interment followed in Nativity Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Pallbearers were grandsons Ralph Castillo, Gerardo Rangel, Miguel Castillo, Juan Castillo, Amador Elizondo, Jose Elizondo, Phillip Castillo and Jesse Castillo.

Colorado County Citizen, March 27, 2002
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Castillo, Reyes L.

Castillo

Reyes L. Castillo, 44, of Eagle Lake, passed away Aug. 5, at Hermann Hospital in Houston from injuries received in an auto accident in Eagle Lake.

He was born in Zacatecas, Mexico Jan. 6, 1960 to Jose Castillo Calderon and Manuela Lerma Castillo. He has been a resident of Eagle Lake for over 24 years and owned and operated Castillo Tires for the past nine years. He married Cecia Hernandez in Mexico on Dec. 25, 1991 and was a member of the Roman Catholic Parish of the Nativity.

He was preceded in death by his mother; and brother, Jose Castillo Jr.

He is survived by his wife; daughters, Cital P. and Araceli P. Hernandez, both of Eagle Lake; father; sister, Hilaria Castillo of Eagle Lake; brothers, Miguel Castillo and wife, Nicolasa, Ramon Castillo and wife, Alice, Felipe Castillo, and Jesus Castillo and wife, JoAnn, all of Eagle Lake; and sister-in-law, Hortencia Castillo of Eagle Lake.

Mass of Christian Burial was conducted Aug. 9, from the Parish of the Nativity's Our Lady of Perpetual Help Sanctuary in Eagle Lake with the Rev. Eddie Winkler officiating. Interment followed at the parish cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Pallbearers were Jose Cardenas Jr., Lorenzo Hernandez, Rafael Escobar, Juan Castillo, Jessie Castillo and Felipe Castillo, Jr.

Colorado County Citizen, August 11, 2004
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Castillo, Viola

Castillo

Funeral services for Viola Castillo, 19, of Eagle Lake, were held Monday July 1, from Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Eagle Lake with the Rev. Ray Widacki officiating. She passed away June 28 from injuries received in an auto accident nears Sublime.

Burial was held at Lakeside Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Dulany Funeral Home in Eagle Lake.

Viola Castillo was born August 21, 1965 in Eagle Lake to Ignacio and Eloisa Orosco Castillo. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church of Eagle Lake and was a 1983 graduate of Rice High School.

She was an employee of Wal-Mart of Columbus, and recently was promoted to a department manager.

Survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ignacio Castillo of Eagle Lake; grandparents, Mrs. Josephine Orosco of' Shiner, Bardelio Castillo, of Eagle Lake; three sisters, Suzanna Noska of Eagle Lake, Pearl Marie Page of Houston, and Vivian Castillo of Eagle Lake; and numerous aunts, uncles, other relatives and a host of loved ones and friends.

The rosary was recited Sunday from the Dulany Funeral Home led by Eusebio Salazar.

Colorado County Citizen, July 11, 1985

Castle, Jesse

NEGRO BOY KILLED WHILE PLAYING WITH PISTOL

Jesse Castle, an eleven year old negro boy, son of Garvey Castle, living on the King place, on the Altair road between Eagle Lake and the Colorado river, died at 8 o’clock Saturday night from a pistol ball that entered under the left eye and lodged in the base of the brain.

Shortly after 12 o'clock, noon, Saturday, the boy, with his cousin, Joe Amos, 14 years of age, was playing at his home. Seeing a picture in a newspaper on the wall of a man riding a horse and firing a pistol, the boy is said to have gotten a 38 caliber pistol from a shelf in the house, saying he was going to play like the man in the picture. "Lemme see what's in this pistol," he is said to have remarked looking down the pistol barrel, when the gun was accidentally discharged.

The ball struck him under the left eye and lodged in the base of the brain. The boy was unconscious from the moment he was wounded until his death at 8 o'clock the same evening -Eagle Lake Headlight. [Place of interment unknown]

Weimar Mercury, January 27, 1928, page 3

Castle, Sylvester Elvin

Castle

Sylvester E. Castle, 78, of Eagle Lake, passed away Aug. 6, at the Southwest Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston following an extended illness.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Colorado County, born Dec. 12, 1925 in Eagle Lake to Henry and Viola (Dawson) Castle. He graduated from E.H. Henry High School in 1944 and married Nannie Joe Walker, May 20, 1944 in Eagle Lake.

He led a career with the O.J. and David Winter-mann Families of Eagle Lake and was a member of the Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Eagle Lake.

He was preceded in death by his parents and wife.

He is survived by his daughter, Christina Castle Williams and husband, Wilbert, of Eagle Lake; sisters, Dorothy Tumer and Patricia Huckeba; grandchildren, John Thomas, Sr. and wife, Terrie of Angleton, Shaneiqua Moody of Eagle Lake; great-grandchildren, John Thomas, Jr. and Javon Thomas, both of Houston, Chikee Hobbs and Paris Hobbs, both of Angleton; and other relatives.

Funeral services are scheduled for 12 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, from the Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Eagle Lake with the Rev. Thomas E. Kuykendall, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in the Eagle Lake Community Cemetery North.

Visitation will be from Dulany Funeral Home from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13, and 8-10 a.m. Saturday.

Colorado County Citizen, August 11, 2004
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Castle, Willie Pinkney

Willie Pinkney Caste, 104., died Sunday, March 13, 1994 at Eagle Lake Heritage House.

Born May 2, 1889 in West Point, Texas in Fayette County, he was the son of Henry and Ida (Horton) Castle Sr. He married Mrs. Bertie Gant, and was employed by the Santa Fe Railroad for about 50 years. Mr. Castke was known affectionately as "Uncle Willie" to family and friends.

Funeral services were held Saturday, March 19 at Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Eagle Lake with the Rev. C.B. Frazier, Pastor of Bethel Baptist Church in Sealy officiating. Interment followed in Community Cemetery North, Eagle Lake. Services were under the direction of Pendergrass-People's Mortuary, Inc. of Smithville.

Active castetbearers were John Sylvester Thomas, Herman Robinson Jr., Michael Axel, James Foster and Willie Banks Jr.

Honorary bearers were Deacons of Bethel Baptist Church.

Mr. Castle is survived by five nieces, Mrs. Webbie Young of Bastrop, Mrs. Audry Anderson of Houston Mrs. Ida Coleman of California, and Mrs. Patricia Aldredge and Mrs. Dorothy Louise Turner both of Eagle Lake; a nephew, Sylvester Castle of Eagle Lake; and a host of great, great-great, and great-great-great nieces and nephews in addition to many cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and 11 sisters and brothers.

Colorado County Citizen, March 30, 1994

Castleberry, Simeon

Oakland Notes

DIED. at his residence near Oakland, Saturday, Oct. 28, at 8 a.m., Mr. Simeon Castleberry, aged nearly 76 years. The deceased resided in Georgia all his life up to December, 1881, when he moved to Texas, to be near his two married daughters, Mrs. Charlie Allen and Wm. Watson, of this place. He lived a consistent Christian life and died with the brightest prospects for gaining admission to that House with many mansions, prepared for those who serve the Lord. To the bereaved family we tender our heartfelt sympathy. Wm.[sic] Castleberry and Miss Mina, wife and daughter of the deceased are both very sick. Mr. Watson who, has been absent in Orange for several weeks, returned home Saturday. [Place of interment unknown]

Colorado Citizen, November 2, 1882

Cates, Kay (Miller)

Kay Miller Cates

Kay Miller Cates of Oak Grove Community, TX was born October 9, 1946 in Houston, Texas, the first child of Arthur (Art) and Inda Rhodes Miller. Kay received her graduation into Heaven, June 1, 2005, after a struggle with pancreatic cancer. Kay and her husband John married in 1969. She then graduated from Baylor University in 1970.

Kay was a teacher for 26 years, the last 25 teaching fourth grade at Columbus Elementary. She touched many lives with her concern for learning and compassion until her retirement in January 2005.

Kay loved the time she could spend enjoying her family and her five grandchildren. She was also very active at First Baptist Church in Columbus with Adult Choir, the Lighthouse Sunday School Class, and leading a number of children's programs and activities.

Kay is survived by her husband John, daughters Michelle Karr and husband Angel of Georgetown; Dana Cheney and husband Jeff of Frisco; five grandchildren Kyle, Isabelle, Caleb, Zachary, and Mason; her mother and father Art and Inda Miller of Weimar; sister Janet Gaylor and husband Tom of Weimar; brother John Miller and wife Marsha of Weimar; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday June 4, 2005 at First Baptist Church in Columbus, TX with Rev. Sammy Carr officiating and assisted by Rev. Clayton Wallin of Frelsburg under the direction of Henneke Funeral Home, Columbus, TX. Burial at Miller Oak Grove Cemetery on the ranch in Oak Grove Community, TX. Pallbearers were Charles Stevens, Robert Thomas, Calvin Klein, George Humes, Connie Fair, and Don Churchill. Honorary pallbearers were the Lighthouse Sunday School Class of First Baptist Church.

Colorado County Citizen, June 1, 2005
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Cavazos, Cheri

Cheri Cavazos

Cheri Cavazos, 19 of Houston, passed away June 13 at Memorial Hermann Southwest in Houston.

She was born July 21, 1987 in Corpus Christi and she was of the Catholic faith.

Cheri was preceded in death by her grandfather, Herbert Cavazos, Sr.

She leaves to cherish her memory her parents, Adam and Dede Cavazos of Houston; grandmother, Mary Cavazos of Eagle Lake; daughter, Veida Live Cavazos of Houston; sisters, Kelly Cavazos of Houston, Haley Swanson of Houston, Averie Swanson of Houston; brothers, Jacob Cavazos of Katy, Lucas Cavazos of Houston; and other relatives and loved ones.

Visitation was held Friday, June 15 from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral services were held Saturday, June 16 at 10 a.m. at the Parish of the Nativity Church with the Father Robert Guerra officiating. Interment followed at Lakeside Mausoleum in Eagle Lake. Arrangements were under the direction of Eagle Lake Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were Jayson Melendez, Lucas Cavazos, Jacob Cavazos, Adam Cavazos, Benjamin Cabrera, Omar Cabrera and Hector Cavazos.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss. 

Eagle Lake Headlight, June 21st, 2007
Submitted by John Konesheck

Caylor, Bessie (Warren)

Mrs. Bessie Caylor Rites Held Sat.

Mrs. Bessie Caylor, a long time resident of this community, succumbed to a heart attack at around 7 p.m. last Thursday, August 1st. Mrs Caylor was taken to Eagle Lake Community Hospital at 11 p.m. the night of the 29th and passed away soon afterward.

Funeral services were held from the First Baptist Church in Eagle Lake at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 3rd with the Rev. Melburn Sibley, pastor of the church,officiating.

Mrs. Sibley rendered favorite hymns at the organ and accompanied soloist Marcus Gunter.

Burial was in the Lakeside Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were deacons of the First Baptist Church, Robert Griffith, Charles L. Spalinger, Paul Powers, Frank N. Davidson, J. K. Davidson and Dale Cassidy. Other deacons were named honorary pallbearers.

Mill-Bauer Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Mrs. Caylor was born Dec. 12, 1900 in Fayette County the daughter of Dave and Annie Fleck Warren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Eddie Caylor, in 1964.

Surviving are several nieces and nephews.

She was an active member of First Baptist Church and in the Women's Missionary Union and other church activities.

One of her favorite past times was to visit with the residents of the Heritage House and her visits were looked forward to with great anticipation by the residents.

She was held in high esteem throughout the community and she shall be missed dearly.

Eagle Lake Headlight, August 8, 1974

Caylor, Eddie C.

Many Attend Last Rites Wed. For Eddie Caylor, 56

Eagle Lake community lost another of its outstanding citizens on Monday night, February 24th, when Eddie Caylor, 56, a lifelong resident of this community, passed away in the Laughlin Hospital. Mr. Caylor had been in ill health for the past two years and was seriously ill for the past six months. He was a prominent rice farmer and rancher and in his spare time was employed with the Eagle Lake Implement Co.

Last rites were held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, February, 26th, from the chapel of the Mill-

Bauer Funeral Home with the Rev. Henry Adrion, III, pastor of the First Baptist Church, conducting the services.

Final interment was in the Lakeside Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were: Donald Obenhaus, Billy Lee Henneke, Hollis T. Miller, Henry Dostal, Chester Glaiser, and Draper Stephens. Honorary pallbearers included: Manuel Alantz, Glenn Locklier, R. L. Duncan, J. P. Renken, A. W. Linke, Bert Larmer, Charles D. Stephens, R. E.Altman and George Nicholds.

Eddie A. Caylor was born on September 7th, 1908, in East Bernard, the son of A. W. and Mary Caylor. He was married to Bessie Warren on December 9th, 1941, in Wharton, Texas.

Surviving are his wife, Bessie his mother, Mrs. Van Reddick; one sister, Mrs. Grace McElmurry of Eagle Lake; one brother, Tommie Caylor of Port Aransas; and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church.

Out-of-town relatives attending the services were: Mr. and Mrs. Lenard Cherry of Fort Worth; Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Townsend, David Perry and John Howard Caylor of San Antonio; Mr. and Mrs. Jim Brown, James and Addie of La Grange; Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Warren of Marble Falls; Mr. and Mr. R. H. Hughes, Mr. and Mrs. Rudolf Seyder and Dora of Houston; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Champion and son, Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Warren, Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Bean of Austin; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Miller, Mrs. E. S.Gowen, Mrs. C. W. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Reynold Caylor of Houston;

Among the out of town friends here for the last rites were: Mrs. Harold Niemeyer of Columbus; Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Henry of Fort Worth; Mrs. A. Russek, Mrs. H. S. White, Mrs.Gladys Brundage, Clem Boettcher, Mr. and Mrs. V. T. Andrews, Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Young, Mike Mayes, Delbert Brandes, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Novosad, Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Alaniz and Glorama and David, W. C. Leveridge, Mrs. Nettie Buls, all of East Bernard; Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Classing of San Antonio; Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Thornton Mrs. B. Bishop, Mrs. H. F. Ireland, of Houston; Mrs. Gay Anderson, Ben Anderson, L. R. Guthman, Fred Isenhower, T. G. Arlt, V. R. Corman of Lissie; Mr. and Mrs. George Cooper of Dallas; and Vance Cooper from Wallis.

Eagle Lake Headlight, March 5, 1964

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Cernosek, Annie (Vacek)

Funeral For Mrs. Cernosek Here Jan. 26

Funeral services for Annie V. Cernosek, 91, lifelong Weimar resident except for the last four years when she lived at Willis, were held Saturday, Jan 26, from St. Michael Catholic Church, with burial in the parish cemetery. Rev. John C. Bily officiated.

Mrs. Cernosek died at 5 p.m. Jan 24 at Willis of Heart failure.

Born June 22, 1899, at Schulenburg, she was a daughter of John and Cecilia (Mensik) Vacek. She was married to V. A. Cernosek at Ammannsville on July 22, 1919. He died April 6, 1978.

Mrs. Cernosek was manager of St. Michael School’s cafeteria for 24 years. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Catholic Daughters of the Americas, and Christian Mothers.

She is survived by four sons, Silvin J. Cernosek of San Antonio and Johnny J. Cernosek, Leroy Cernosek and James G. Cernosek, all of Houston; two daughters[sic], Loretta C. Kloesel of Weimar and Bernice C. Joos of Willis; 28 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Edna Watzlavick of Schulenburg.

Two sons, four sisters and a grandson preceded her in death.

erving as pallbears[sic] were Jimmie Cernosek, Jerry Cernosek, John H. Cernosek, Tony R. Cernosek, George W. Kloesel, Randy Cernosek, Jimmy Cernosek and Mark Kloesel. Roxanne Koenig, a great-granddaughter, was lector at the funeral Mass. Four grandchildren, JoAnn Koenig, Barbara Jauer, Nancy Bittner and Mollie Scardino, brought up the gifts.

Weimar Mercury, January 31, 1991

Cernosek, Leroy R.

LEROY R. CERNOSEK, 76, of Weimar formerly of Houston, passed away Jan. 12. Served in the US Army in WWII and was awarded the bronze star among other medals. Survivors: his beloved wife of 52 years Millie; children and their spouses, Tony & Phyllis Cernosek of Mont Belvieu, Cindy & Robert Pagel of Sugar Land, Lisa O'Malley & John Knight of Sugar Land, and Troy Cernosek of Austin; 10 grandchildren; 3 brothers; 2 sisters. Services, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 10 a.m., from St. Michael Catholic Church, Weimar. Rosary, 7 p.m., Monday from Hubbard Funeral Chapel, Weimar. Burial, St. Michael Cemetery. Memorials; St. Michael Church or School Endowment Fund. Hubbard Funeral Home, 979-725-8561, Weimar.

Houston Chronicle, 14 Jan 2002
Submitted by Matt Cross

Cernosek, Mary J. (Janecka)

Funeral for Mrs. Cernosek, Held March 25

Funeral services for Mrs. Mary J. Cernosek, 77, of Weimar were held Friday, March 25, from St. Michael's Catholic Church, with entombment in the parish mausoleum. Father Charles B. Carolan officiated.

Mrs. Cernosek, a retired licensed vocational nurse, died March 23 at 2 p.m. at Colorado-Fayette Medical Center after a lengthy illness.

Born January 30, 1911, at Weimar, she was a daughter of Frank and Johanna (Macha) Janecka. She was married to Steve J. Cernosek here on September 16, 1940.

She entered nurses training at the La Grange Hospital in January 1932.

From 1934 to 1949 she worked with Dr. C. G. Cook and Dr. A. H. Potthast in their offices and as a private nurse. She was employed at Youens Memorial Hospital from 1950 until she retired April 16, 1981.

Mrs. Cernosek was instrumental in organizing the Colorado-Fayette Counties League of Licensed Vocational Nurses in 1971 and served as its first president. In 1974, she was chosen Nurse of the Year by that organization.

She was a member of St. Michael's Church, the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, and Christian Mothers.

Her husband survives her, along with two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard S. and Alice June Cernosek of Flatonia and Edwin J. and Elizabeth Cernosek of Houston; a daughter and son-in-law, Diana and Daniel Wick of Houston; fours grandsons and one granddaughter; three brothers, Adolph Janecka of Weimar, John Janecka of Houston and Frankie Janecka of West Point; and two sisters, Annie Matura of Weimar and Tillie Anders of Houston. Five brothers preceded her in death, Steve Janecka of Houston, Victor Janecka of Weimar, and Willie, Frank and Joe Janecka who, died at very young ages.

Serving as pallbearers were her nephews, Eugene Janecka, Stanley Joe Cernoch, Wilbert Lee Anders, John Cernosek, Donald Cernosek and Bennie Janecka.

Weimar Mercury, March 31, 1988, page 14

Cernosek, unknown

One of the twin babies of Mr. and Mrs. Chernosek, who live in the northwestern part of the city, died Thursday night. Our sincere sympathy is extended them in their bereavement. [Place of interment unknown]

Weimar Mercury,August 16, 1902

Chadwick, Stephanie, Angela, Alton Jr., and Joshua

Van-Train Crash Kills 4 Siblings

The four children of Alton and Cheryl Chadwick, Borden area residents, were killed Friday when an eastbound Southern Pacific freight train hit heir van at a crossing a few yards from their home.

Adding poignancy to the tragedy was that the children were going home after finishing swimming lessons in Weimar to prepare a celebration of their mother's birthday.

They had nearly reached their home at 10:50 a.m. on county road 209 when the 1988 Chevrolet van driven by 15 year-old Stephanie Chadwick failed to stop for the eastbound train, which was estimated to be traveling at 50 miles an hour.

The train's conductor told investigating DPS Trooper James Bonewitz that the van was approaching the crossing slowly but appeared to be making it across.

The impact sent the van airborne, Bonewitz said, and carried it two-tenths of a mile down the track.

Killed instantly were Stephanie Chadwick, 15; her sister Angela, 12, and brothers Alton Jr., 7, and Joshua, 5.

Their mother, Cheryl Chadwick, was at Schulenburg, where she is a substitute teacher. The children were on their way home to clean up and go out to eat with her. Their father works as a tugboat captain along the gulf coast.

The crossing on 209 is the same one where 67-year-old August Schmidt of Eagle Lake was killed last Dec. 16, In 1941, J. D. Goode, 20, and his brother Byron Goode, 16, were killed at that crossing.

The quadruple funeral service, no doubt a first time for Weimar, was held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday from First Baptist Church, officiated by the pastor, Rev. Jerry Adkins. The crowd of mourners quickly overfilled the church building, the overflow was directed to a fellowship hall where closed-circuit television allowed viewing and hearing of the service. Burial was in Masonic Cemetery, where again the attendance was the largest anyone here could remember.

Weimar Mercury, June 6, 1991, page 1

Chambless, Norma E. (Gerstenberg) Allen

Mrs. Chambless, 70, Weimar Native, Funeral is Held

Weimar--Funeral services for Mrs. Norma Allen Chambless, 70, of Galveston, were held in Hubbard Funeral home Friday at 2 p.m. with Rev. Howard McAllister of the Methodist church here officiating.

Mrs. Chambless, a native of the Weimar area, died last Wednesday in Galveston. She was born May 7, 1894.

Survivors include her husband, Charles Chambless of Galveston, a daughter, Mrs. Pauline Collins of Bellaire; a son, Billy Allen of Galveston; 3 sisters, Mrs. Augie Alsup of Ft. Worth and Mrs. Arthur Beken of Weimar; and a brother, Dewey Gerstenberg of Weimar.

Burial was in the Masonic cemetery at Weimar.

Colorado County Citizen, December 24, 1964

Chamrad, Margaret (Fojtik)

Final Rites for Mrs. Chamrad Held Oct. 31

Funeral services for Mrs. Margaret Chamrad, 84, widow of the late Roman Chamrad, of Route 3, Weimar, were held Tuesday, Oct. 31, at St. Michael's Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery.

Rev. Owen O'Donnell officiated.

Mrs. Chamrad died at 2 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, after a stroke. She had been in the hospital two weeks.

She was a lifetime resident of the Weimar area, born here February 25, 1888, to John and Antonia Muzny Fojtik. She was married to Mr. Chamrad on May 2, 1911, at Thurber, Texas, and they lived there a short while before moving to Wood County and then to Weimar in 1914. Mr. Chamrad died in 1957.

Mrs. Chamrad was a member of the KJZT and a Christian Mothers.

She is survived by two sons, Joe Chamrad of Weimar and Frank Chamrad of San Antonio; seven daughters, Mrs. Earl (Annie) Tucker and Mrs. Erwin (Antonia) Raabe of Weimar, Mrs. Conrad (Agnes) Krueger, Mrs. Frances Horton and Mrs. Lillian Flores of San Antonio, Mrs. Norbert (Margaret) Bittner of New Braunfels, and Mrs. Vaclav (Mary) Herzik of Austin; 25 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Pallbearers were Charles Chamrad, Howard Flores, Charles Herzik, Johnnie Herzik, Doublas Krueger and Terry Raabe.

Weimar Mercury, November 9, 1972
Submitted by Rosemary Ermis

Chamrad, Roman

Final Rites for Roman Chamrad, 71, Held Today

Funeral services for Roman Chamrad, 71, who died late Tuesday evening in Youens Hospital after a long illness, were held this (Thursday) morning at Hubbard Funeral Home and St. Michael’s Catholic Church, with Msgr. A. F. Drozd officiating.

Burial was in the church cemetery.

Poor health had caused Mr. Chamrad to retire from business five years ago, and he had been seriously ill about two years.

He had lived in the Weimar area 43 years, first as a farmer, later establishing the Roadside Market, east of town, which he operated for 20 years.

Born Feb 28, 1886, in Moravia, Czechoslovakia, he came to this country when he was 21 years old, settling in Dubina. On May 2, 1911, he married Miss Margaret Fojtik at Thurber, Texas. After a short while there they moved to Wood County, then to Weimar in 1914.

Mr. Chamrad became well known to many Weimar people after he opened his Roadside Market on old Highway 90. He and his family raised the vegetables and most of the other products they sold, and the business flourished. When the highway “moved” to the new route, the Market moved with it, and became a combination of grocery store, cafe and service station.

When his health failed five years ago, Mr. Chamrad sold the business to his son-in-law and daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Raabe, who only last month sold it to a new owner.

Mr. Chamrad was a member of St. Michael’s Church and the KJZT.

Surviving him in addition to his wife are two sons, Joe J. and Frank of San Antonio; seven daughters, Mrs. Erwin Raabe and Mrs. Vaclav Herzik of Weimar, Mrs. Frances Horton, Mrs. F. G. Flores and Mrs. C. S. Krueger of San Antonio, Mrs. Earl Tucker of Columbus, and Mrs. N. L. Bittner of New Braunfels; 21 grandchildren and five great grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Mary Velicka, living in Czechoslovakia.

Weimar Mercury, November 8, 1957, page 1

Chance, Hazel Jo (Haynes)

Chance

Hazel Jo Chance,76, of Glidden passed away Wednesday, Aug. 27 at Columbus Community Hospital.

She was born May 7, 1932 in Silsbee to Horace Haynes and Clara Holyfield. She was a beautician and the former owner of Live Oak Beauty Shop. She was a member of Glidden Baptist Church in Glidden.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Mildred Haynes of Beaumont.

She is survived by her sons, Edward R. "Billy" Chance Jr. and wife Victoria of Sacramento, Calif.; Richard Chance and wife Jennifer and Timothy Chance, all of Glidden; Raymond Chance of Tulsa, Okla.; daughter Clara Naumann and husband Russel of Brazoria; brother, Horace Haynes Jr. and wife JoAnn of Beaumont; sister, Lucille Pate of Tyler; nine grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services took place Saturday, Aug. 30 at Glidden Baptist Church in Glidden with the Rev. Gerald Hendon officiating. Graveside services followed Sunday, Aug. 31 at Franks Branch Cemetery in Fred, Tx.

Colorado County Citizen, September 3, 2008
Courtesy The Citizen

Chandler

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Chapa, Petra (Trevino)

Chapa

Petra Chapa, 89, of Columbus, passed away Jan. 2 at River Oaks Health Care Center.

She was born April 29, 1916 to George and Rafaela Zamarripa Trevino and married Louis N. Chapa April 4, 1936.

She was a retired medical assistant from the Hohf Clinic and Hospital in Victoria.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sisters, Guadalupe Ramos, Josephine Aguilar and Mary Reyna; and great-grandson, Anthony Chapa.

She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and David Willbern, of Shaws Bend and Judy and Max Diaz, of Virginia; sons and daughters-in-law, Louis and Hilda Chapa, of Houston and Roy and Patty Chapa, of San Antonio; 13 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus with Deacon Bennie Holesovsky officiating. Interment followed at Brune Cemetery in Shaws Bend.

Pallbearers were Tadd Willbern, Michael Gonzales, Bart Chapa, Tommy Chapa, Daniel Chapa and John Chapa.

Colorado County Citizen, January 11, 2006
Courtesy of The Citizen

Chapa, unknown

The wife of Joe Chapa, the well known restaurant man, died last Saturday night after a long illness of slow fever. She was a good woman, well thought of by those who knew her, and shared in her husband’s popularity. The remains were laid to rest in St. Michael’s cemetery Sunday afternoon. The sympathy of numerous friends is extended the bereaved family.

Weimar Mercury September 2, 1905

Chapins, Anderson

Anderson Chapins, a well known colored citizen of this place, died and was buried here Saturday afernoon. [Interment in Paradise Gardens]

Weimar Mercury, September 20, 1918, page 5

Chapins, Annie (Nelson)

ANNIE CHAPINS DEAD

Annie Chapins, a well known colored woman of this city, and former teacher in the Weimar Colored School, while on a visit to Houston last week, was taken sick and died in that city. The remains were prepared for burial, brought here, and laid to rest in the colored people’s burying ground west of town. She was the sole support of an aged and afflicted mother and father, who are thus left in almost destitute circumstances and too helpless to care for themselves. The father of Annie, George Nelson, is well remembered by many Weimar people. Through tumor troubles, he has been helpless for about ten years or more. We understand that A. J. Ratliff took up a subscription for these afflicted folks a few days ago.

Weimar Mercury, February 27, 1920, page 4

Chapman

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Chappell, Caroline (Mulkey)

One by one, in rapid succession, our fellow travelers to eternity are passing away. Mrs. Caroline Chappell died at 5 o'clock, A. M., March 31, 1885, at the house of Mrs. W. D. Coffee, her son-in-law, [sic] which had been her home for 17 years, in her widowhood. Her family name was Mulkey; and she was born near Hillsboro, Jasper county, Ga., April 12th, 1810. At the early age of 14 years she professed religion and joined the Church, and thus begun in earnest the one great and important business of mortals, here below, to serve God and perpare for endless bliss. She was married to W. B. Chappell in 1831; moved to Mississippi in 1838, and thence to Texas in 1856. I became acquainted with sister Chappell in 1860, in Lavaca county, and have been her Pastor six or seven years, since that time, have always found her a quiet, sweet spirited, consistent Christian woman. She exemplified in her life, the religion of Christ. Her health was delicate for many years, but her last sickness continued only a few days. The disease settled on the brain, rendering her unconscious, so that she left no dying testimony, but a life of 60 years of faith in Christ, with such works as are the fruit of faith, is worth more than a few words which might be spoken, just at the end of the journey. She often spoke of her approaching departure when in usual health, and always expressed a willingness, and readiness to depart with Christ, which is far better. The loved ones left on earth are poorer, those she meets in heaven are richer. Her body sleeps in Walker grave yard [Pleasant Grove], six miles west of Columbus, until the trump that wakes the dead shall sound, and there our God shall make all things new.

C. W. Thomas, Pastor
April 8th, 1885

Colorado Citizen, April 16, 1885
Transcribed by Bill Stein

Charbula, Annie

MISS ANNIE CHARBULA BROUGHT HERE FOR BURIAL

Miss Annie Charbula, former resident of this community, where she lived for many years, being engaged a great part of the time in the millinery business, died last week in the home occupied by herself and brother, Mr. John Charbula of El Campo, at the age of 70 years. Her funeral took place at St. Michael’s Cemetery, this city, in sight of her former home place, on last Thursday. Her death took place on Tuesday before.

She was born in Czechoslovakia April 11, 1968. She is survived by a brother, Mr. John Charbula of El Campo, also a former resident of Weimar, besides numbers of other relatives.

She was of quiet, retiring disposition, but possessed many friends both here and at El Campo, who deeply regretted her death. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to her bereaved ones.

Weimar Mercury, May 20, 1938, page 1

Charbula, Jan/John Sr.

Death of John Charbula, Sr.

Again we are called upon to chronicle the death of one of Weimar's old and honored citizens, that of John Charbula, Sr. which occured[sic] at his residence in this city Wednesday night about 12 o'clock after a brief illness of paralysis with which he was stricken only a few days ago, but from which he never rallied.

Mr. Charbula was in his 82nd year. He was born in Germany and came to this country in 1870 and has resided in this section most of the time. His wife preceded him about a year ago.

He was a consistent member of the Catholic church; a devoted father, a kind good, sympathetic neighbor and honored by all who knew him.

He leaves to mourn two daughters and two sons, one, Miss Annie Charbula, the milliner, and one son. John, Jr. who is a citizen of El Campo, the others are strangers to us.

His remains were laid to rest at two o'clock today, (Thursday) in St. Michael's cemetery, Rev. Szymanski officiating, followed to the grave by a large concourse of sorrowing friends and relatives.

Thus passeth away from us another old land mark. Peaceful be his slumber.

Weimar Mercury, February 9, 1912, page 1

Charbula, John

JOHN CHARBULA DEAD

Funeral services for John Charbula, 83, of El Campo, former Weimar resident were held here this (Thursday) morning, with burial in St. Michael’s Cemetery. Detail of his life were not available at this writing.

Weimar Mercury, July 30, 1954, page 1

Charbula, Rosilia

Death of Mrs. Rosilia Charbula

It is with sadness that we chronicle the death of Mrs. Rosilia Charbula, mother of Miss Annie Charbula of Weimar, and John Charbula of El Campo. This good lady was in her 83d year and died as she lived, a consistent member of the Catholic church. Her husband still survives her. Mrs. Charbula and husband have lived in this county for over 35 years and was highly esteemed by all. Her death ws not unexpected as she had been ill about ten days. Her remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery, Father Szymansky officiating. The ceremony took place from her late residence at 4 o’clock Thursday afternoon, April 28. The Mercury with a host of friends extend condolence to the bereaved husband, daughter and son.

Weimar Mercury, May 6, 1910, page 1

Charbula, Sophie

MISS SOPHIE CHARBULA BURIED HERE TUESDAY

Miss Sophie Charbula, a former resident of this city,died at her home in El Campo Monday morning and the remains were brought here Tuesday afternoon for interment in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Rev. Jos. Szymanski officiating. A good many old-time friends of the family witnessed the last sad ceremony. She was a sister of Florian Charbula of he Ammannsville section, and also Miss Annie Charbula and John Charbula of El Campo. The family formerly resided in the northern part of town, Misses Sophie and Annie and John moving to El Campo a number of years ago. Miss Sophie was a lovable, good woman, highly thought of by all who knew her,and her death is sincerely regretted.

Weimar Mercury, March 3, 1922, page 1

Charles, Delores E. (Hodgkinson)

Charles

Delores E. Charles, 69, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away July 25 at her son Lee's residence in Columbus, Texas.

She was born in Ashtabula, Ohio, Jan. 1, 1936 to Donald Lee and Ruby Mae (Sharp) Hodgkinson and married Edward L. Charles, July 2, 1955. She was a member of St. Leo's Parish in Columbus, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Joe Fauris.

She is survived by her husband; daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Joseph Parnell Sr. of Bastrop; sons and daughter-in-law, Lee E. and Debbie Charles of Columbus and Paul R. Charles of Midway; sisters, Janet McCoy of Orient, Ohio and Donna Poe of Columbus, Ohio; brothers, Lee Hodgkinson of Zanesville, Ohio and Phil Hodgkinson of Reynoldsburg, Ohio; 14 grandchildren, Scott, Michael, Katrina, Joshua, Nathanael, Rebekah, Alicia, Joseph, Daniel and Sean Parnell, Robert and Lewis Legg, Allen Gerloff and Ashley Charles; and six great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were conducted July 28 at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas with the Rev. Melvin Harris, Pastor Phil Woods and Father Dan Kahlich officiating. Interment followed at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Columbus, Texas.

Pallbearers were Mike, Joshua, Nathanael, Daniel and Joseph Parnell II and Allen Gerloff.

Colorado County Citizen, August 3, 2005
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Charles, Edward Lewis

EDWARD LEWIS CHARLES
July 14, 1933- November 3, 2006

Services for Edward Lewis Charles, 73, of Columbus, Ohio, were held Nov. 18 at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus with the Rev. Melvin Harris officiating.

Burial followed at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Columbus.

Charles died Nov. 3 at his residence.

He was born in Columbus, Ohio, the son of Charles Edward and Aurelia C. Ochs Charles.

Charles was united in marriage with Delores Hodgkinson on July 2, 1955.

He served in the United States Army.

Charles was a manufacturer of TV tubes and glass products, and was a member of St. Leo's Parish in Columbus, Ohio.

He was preceded in death by his wife and parents.

Survivors include two sons and daughter-in-law, Lee E. and Debbie Charles of Columbus, and Paul R. Charles of Midway; daughter, Diane Parnell of Bastrop; one brother and two sisters of Columbus, Ohio; 14 grandchildren, Scott, Michael, Katrina, Joshua, Nathanael, Rebekah, Alicia, Joseph, Daniel and Sean Parnell, Robert and Lewis Legg, Allen Gerloff and Ashley Charles; and three great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers were Mike, Joseph II, Joshua, Nathanael and Daniel Parnell, and Allen Gerloff.

Henneke Funeral Home, Columbus, director

Banner Press Newspaper, November 16, 2006, page 8A

Charnquist, Lillie (Ericson)

Mrs. Charnquist Dies Suddenly; Burial in El Campo

Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at Columbus Funeral home for Mrs. O. G. Charnquist, mother of Mrs. C. I. Shult, who died suddenly Sunday morning in the Shult home while Dr. and Mrs. Shult were attending services at First Methodist Church.

The Rev. W. F. Hathaway officiated and burial was in the Garden of Memories cemetery in El Campo, near her husband and a son who had died earlier.

Mrs. Charnquist, who had been in apparent good health, suffered a heart attack as she sat at the table in the kitchen. She had planned to start dinner shortly after 11.

A native of Sandviken, Sweden, she came to this country at the age of 6 weeks with her parents, Carl August and Anna Charlotte Hedblom Ericson, in 1887. Her birthday was Apr. 18, 1887. She was married in Hutto, Texas, Nov. 27, 1907, to Oscar Gedeon Charnquist, who died Apr. 18, 1939, in El Campo. She had resided with the Shults since they moved to Columbus in 1941.

Besides Mrs. Shult, she is survived by another daughter, Mrs. O. E. Erekson of Houston. A son, Oscar, died when he was 21. Other survivors include a sister, Mrs. E. E. Recane of New Braunfels and 5 grandchildren.

Pallbearers were Jack Draper, Charles Redus, Lee Mitchell, Gus Miller Jr., Hollis Massey and Marley Giddens.

Among relatives from out of town here for the services were Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer Peterson of Georgetown, and Philip Bengtson, Miss Lillian Peterson, Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Anderson and Eric Hedblom of Austin.

Colorado County Citizen, January 24, 1963, page 3

Chatham, Frank M.

Mr. Chatham, proprietor of the Colorado house at Columbus, committed suicide in that city last Saturday afternoon about 7:30, near the Citizen office, by shooting himself. See particulars elsewhere in this issue.

Weimar Mercury June 29, 1895

News Special: Columbus, Colorado Co., Tex., June 22.---T. M. Chatham, proprietor of the Colorado house, committed suicide this evening. He was walking along one of the principal streets of this place when he paused a moment and pulled a 38-caliber Smith & Wesson pistol from his pocket and said "Here goes!" and then placed the muzzle to his head and fired, the ball passing through his brains, killing him instantly. He was 62 years old. It is not known positively what trouble caused him to commit this rash act. [Interment in Columbus City Cemetery]

Weimar Mercury June 29, 1895

Chatham, unknown [Mrs. R. F.]

Columbus, Feb. 8.--The funeral obsequies over the remains of Mrs. R. F. Chatham of Houston were conducted by Rev. Thompson this morning at the Methodist Church and at the city cemetery.

Weimar Mercury, February 15, 1902

Chatman, unknown

OAKLAND REMARKS

The ten-year-old daughter of Sam Chatman, col., died last Monday, and was interred Tuesday. [place of interment unknown]

Weimar Mercury, January 21, 1893

Chavis, Charles Ray

Charles Ray Chavis

Charles Ray Chavis, affectionately known as "Ray" was born June 11, 1935 in Eagle Lake to Charlie and Susie Davis Chavis.

His earthly journey came to a close on Saturday, September 23 at Hospice Hospital in Houston at the age of 71.

He had been a lifelong resident of Eagle Lake and accepted Christ as his personal Savior and exemplified belief through his genuine love for people.

He was a member of the Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church.

In 1973 "Ray" united into holy matrimony with Betty Jean Thompson and to this union no children were born.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and grandparents.

Survivors include his four sisters, Vera Lee Sadler, Marion Brackens and Cora Mae Davis (Robert) of Houston and Gloria Parker of Eagle Lake; one brother, Sammy Chavis of Eagle Lake; one aunt, Louise Johnson (Edward) of Texas City; a loving a devoted niece, Detra Parker; and a loving companion and caregiver, Rosetta Hemphill; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and family friends that will miss him dearly.

Funeral services were held Saturday, September 30 at noon at Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church with Rev. Dave Curry, pastor, officiating. Interment followed at Community Cemetery, North in Eagle Lake. Arrangements entrusted to Ben Davis Funeral Home in Columbus.

Pallbearers were Jeremy Parker, Trinidy Parker, Sammy Flowers, Paul Barrow, Jr., Jody Rowe and Roy Parker, Jr.

Honorary pallbearers were Willie James Johnson, Edward Johnson, Jr., Anthony Johnson, Archie Amos, Thomas Krushall and Alex Woolridge.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, October 5th, 2006
Submitted by John Konesheck

Chavis, Luevenia (Sutton)

Luevenia "Aunt Lue" Chavis
December 16, 1909 - November 10, 2003

Luevenia "Aunt Lue" Chavis passed away Monday, November 10, 2003.

On December 16, 1909, John and Hannah Sutton were blessed with a beautiful girl whom they named Luevenia Sutton. Luevenia was one of the eight Sutton children who were raised in Eagle Lake. While growing up, she attended school in Colorado County.

A devoted Christian, she began her journey at Rising Star Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. W. L. Gibbs. As she gave her hand and her life over to God, Rev. Gibbs baptized her.

In 1938, she joined Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Later, she united with her home church, Rising Star, under the guidance and anointed words of Rev. Ollie Scott.

She was faithful and dutiful in serving as secretary and treasurer of the Senior Mission Department for 21 years and was also a member of the Usher Board and the Choir.

On June 17, 1939 Luevenia Sutton became Luevenia Chavis as she wed William "Bill" Chavis in holy matrimony. Bill preceded her in death after 50 years of wedding bliss.

Loved and respected by all who came in contact with her, she was a woman of service. Luevenia retired from Atlanta Life Insurance Company in 1973 after 21 years of service.

She served as a distinguished member of the Eastern Star organization (treasurer) and a dependable participant of the Houston Peace Officer's Association.

She touched the lives of many through her 4000 hours of community service as a Pink Lady at the Eagle Lake Hospital. Her love had no limit as she sponsored a needy child overseas.

Luevenia "Aunt Lue" Chavis was the deep roots that held up the Sutton family tree. Her only prayer was that the Sutton family stay together, pray together, remain strong despite the odds and, most importantly, love one another.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; siblings, Tom, Saloman, John Henry, James, Mary, Willie and Annie Mae; three nieces, Mary Stevens, Lela Bailey and Iretta Spann; and three nephews, John Sutton (Jurdian), Lee Earl Sutton and Tommy "Buddy" Sutton.

She leaves to cherish her memory, a daughter, Carol Jean Nash Martin, a devoted son-in-law, Ben H. Martin; god daughter, Christina Moody; eight nieces, Lena Robinson, Clara Jackson, Margaret McGrew, Catherine Wilson, Daisy Robinson, Mildred Jones, Maudesta Gibson (Otto) and Beulah Sutton; a two sister-in-laws, Eunice Sutton and Lula Bertha Chavis; four long-time friends, Luevenia Haynes, Sylvia Howard, Lee Anna Austin and Janie Mae Douglas; a long-time caregiver; a host of great nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 12 p.m. Saturday, November 15, from Greater Mr. Olive Baptist Church with Rev. Truman Scott Sr., pastor of Rising Star Baptist Church, officiating.

Interment followed in Williams Paradise Cemetery in Vox Populi.

Arrangements ere entrusted to Ben Davis Funeral Home of Columbus.

Pallbearers were Ronald Frank, C. D. Moten, Reginald Robinson, Reginald Metoyer, Johnny Sutton and Robert Douglas.

Honorary pallbearers were Rising Star Baptist Church Deacons, Ben Martin, Bobby Bailey, Otho Gibson, Thomas C. Pettus, John Gatlin, John H. Sutton, Rev. A. R. Jackson and Tremaine Jackson.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, November 20, 2003
Transcribed by John Konesheck

 Cheetham, Humphrey

San Antonio, Feb 4.--Humphrey Cheetham, 34 years of age, a merchant of Rock Island, Texas, died at the home of his father-in-law, George Schroeder, in this city, from liver trouble. The remains were taken to Rock Island for burial [Myrtle Cemetery] and were accompanied by the widow of the deceased. The deceased was a member of the Woodmen of he World, the Praetorians and the Masons.

Weimar Mercury, February 11, 1910, page 3

Cherry, Clementine

Weimar Locals (delayed)

Old Grandma Cherry, mother of J. O. Cherry, of the Oakland neighborhood, died Sunday, and was buried in the Odd Fellows’ Rest Monday. She was very old, and passed quietly away to the “Mansions beyond.”

Colorado Citizen, September 22, 1881, page 3

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Cherry, Harry Vernon

Final Rites for Harry V. Cherry 60, Held Tuesday

Harry V. Cherry, 60, died at his home in Columbus July 4 and was buried Tuesday in Odd Fellows Rest there [Odd Fellows Cemetery Weimar] after services at St. Anthony's Catholic Church.

Born in Schulenburg, son of J. O. and Sallie Cherry, he was reared at Oakland and spent most of his life in this county. He had lived in Columbus the past 30 years.

A World War I combat veteran, He practiced barbering for a number of years. For 17 years he was in civil service, working in the cotton census division of the Department of Commerce; the job was discontinued in 1930. In 1952 he ran unsuccessfully for district clerk in this county.

Survivors include the widow, Mrs. Lillian Cherry; two daughters. Jo Ann and Lillian Dale Cherry; and a son, Harry Vernon Jr., all of Columbus; two sisters, Mrs. Iris Strunk and Mrs. Ona Dale Burtle, both of San Antonio; and two brothers, Jack Cherry of Houston and Irl Cherry of Beeville.

Weimar Mercury, July 8, 1955, page 1

Cherry, Henry Everett

H. E. CHERRY, 78, FUNERAL HELD

Funeral services for H. E. Cherry, 78, of Muldoon were held here October 3. The Rev. L. L. D. Parks of Flatonia officiated at the rites. [Interment in Weimar Masonic Cemetery]

Surviving are his widow; three daughters; and five sons, two of whom are Fayette Commissioner Wallace Cherry and Leonard Cherry of Muldoon.

Weimar Mercury, October 17, 1947,page 1

Cherry, Jack Everett

Jack Cherry Rites Held Here Thursday

Funeral services for Jack E. Cherry, 51, of Galena Park, formerly of Oakland, were held at Masonic [Odd Fellows] Cemetery here last Thursday afternoon, with Rev. Kyle Nagel, local Methodist pastor, officiating.

Born April 21, 1905, at Oakland, he was the son of James O. and Sallie Frazer Cherry. He was a World War II veteran.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Gladys Cherry, a daughter, Sharon Gail; one brother, I. F. Cherry of Beeville and two sisters, Mrs. O. V. Strunk and Mrs. F. T. Burtle of San Antonio. His parents and a brother, H. V. Cherry of Columbus, preceded him in death.

Weimar Mercury, September 7, 1956, page 4

Cherry, James Ormand, Jr.

J. O. Cherry, 86, Funeral Held Here Thursday

Mr. J. O. Cherry, 86,almost lifelong resident of Oakland, passed away at his home in that city on Tuesday morning of this week. Funeral services were held at the Weimar Masonic-Odd Fellows Cemetery on Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock, with Rev. C.L. Boone, local Baptist pastor, officiating.

Mr. Cherry, son of J. O. and Amelia Cherry, was born December 8, 1855, in North Carolina, coming to Texas with his parents when he was four years of age. The family first settled on a farm about four miles west of Weimar. In his youth he made cattle driving trips to Oklahoma. On December 25, 1885, he was married to Miss Sallie Frazer.

The couple made their home in Oakland and in 1935 celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, at which time all the living children were present. Mr. Cherry was a member of the Baptist Church.

Engaging in cattle raising and farming, Mr. Cherry was well known to everyone in this part of the state. He possessed many friends here and elsewhere who will regret to learn of his death.

Surviving are his widow; three sons, L. F. Cherry of Beeville, H. V. Cherry of Columbus and J. E. Cherry of Houston; two daughters, Mrs. O. V. Strunk of San Antonio and Mrs. Frank Burtle of San Diego, Calif.; another child, Richard, died in infancy. Other survivors include two brothers, L. T. Cherry of Wharton and H. E. Cherry of Muldoon; one sister, Mrs. Geo. Phillipps of San Antonio. Grandchildren surviving are Mrs. Dee C. Hill and Mrs. Geo. P. Morrill of Beeville, Jo Ann and H. V. Jr. Cherry of Columbus, great-grandchildren are Carolyn, Cherry Dee and Bruce Hill of Beeville.

The Mercury force extends sincere sympathy to the bereaved in their great loss.

Weimar Mercury, March 7, 1941, page 1

Cherry, Joel

Sunday wreck kills one, injures three
By James Jennings, Managing Editor

A Columbus man was killed in a one-vehicle accident on Highway 71 Sunday afternoon, Sept. 18.

Joel Cherry, 21, was driving his 1987 Chevy Blazer north on Highway 71 a little after 3 p.m. Sunday when he lost control of his vehicle.

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety report, Cherry's vehicle left the road to the right, then he overcorrected causing the Blazer to overturn several times.

Cherry was pronounced dead at the scene by Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace Dodie Dungen at 3:30 p.m. Cherry was wearing his seatbelt at the time of the accident.

Three of Cherry's family members, including two young children, who were riding in the vehicle were also injured.

Liberty Cherry, 19, was airlifted to Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston where she is listed in critical condition with numerous injuries. She was wearing a seatbelt.

Joel Cherry, 2, was also transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital.

Selina Cherry, 1, was treated and released from Rice Medical Center in Eagle Lake.

Both children were riding in child safety seats.

DPS Trooper Thomas Janak conducted the investigation. [Interment in Odd Fellows Rest]

Colorado County Citizen, September 20, 2005
Courtesy of The Citizen

Donations sought

A fund has been set up to help pay funeral expenses for Joel Cherry, who was killed in an automobile accident Sept. 18. Cherry left behind a wife and two young children.

Donations can be made to the Joel Cherry Donation Fund at Hibernia National Bank in Columbus.

Colorado County Citizen, September 27, 2005
Courtesy of The Citizen

Cherry, Mack G.

OAKLAND MAN'S BROTHER DIED IN HOUSTON FRIDAY

From the Houston Press we learned of the death of Mr. Mack G. Cherry, aged 55 years, which occurred in Houston last Friday. the remains, according to the Press, were brought to Weimar and laid to rest in the cemetery here. Mr. Cherry was a brother of Mr. J. O. Cherry of Oakland. He had lived in Houston for the past twenty years. He was a former employe of the Southern Pacific Railroad, and for twenty-seven years was a telegraph operator.

He is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Laura B. Whitley, Mrs. Daisy Abbott and Mrs. Fannie Williamson, all of Houston; four brothers, John Cherry of Houston, G. C. Cherry of New Orleans, Libson[sic] Cherry of Wharton and J. O Cherry of Oakland.

The heartfelt sympathy of our people goes out to the bereaved ones.

Weimar Mercury, September 10, 1937

 Cherry, Mary Ellen (Wyman) Highland

Funeral Services for Mrs. Ellen Cherry Are Held Here Monday

Mrs. Ellen Cherry, 74, one of the old citizens of Eagle Lake, who, for many years has made her home in Bay City, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Allen E. Stinnett, in that city, Saturday, following a lingering illness.

The remains were brought to Eagle Lake and interred in the Masonic cemetery here Monday afternoon.

Mrs. Cherry, who will be remembered by all of the older citizens here, was born in Albany, N. Y. Her parents, Albert Sidney and Olive Wyman, moved from that state to Eagle Lake. She was twice married, her first marriage here being to Philip Highland, owner of the first cotton gin in Colorado county, and to them were born four children of which Mrs. Stinnett of Bay City survives. Several years following the death of Mr. Highland, she was married to Richard Cherry of Eagle Lake, who later went to Alaska where he was frozen to death during the gold rush. To them was born one son, William Richard Cherry, who died in France during service in the World War. The Eagle Lake Post of the American Legion is partly named in honor of him.

Eagle Lake Headlight, December 17, 1937
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm

FUNERAL SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. ELLEN CHERRY

Father George F. Elmendorf Conducts Services.

Funeral services were conducted at the Holy Cross Catholic Church Monday morning at 8 o'clock, for Mrs. Ellen Cherry who expired at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Allen E. Stinnett, Saturday evening. Father George F. Elmendorf conducted the services and interment was in Eagle Lake. Walker-Matchett were in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Cherry, who was 74 years, 1 month and 29 days old, was born in Albany, N. Y. Her parents, Albert Sidney and Olive Wyman moved to Eagle Lake, Texas when she was a small child. Then later she was married to Philip Highland, owner of the first gin in Colorado County, and to them was born four children of which Mrs. Stinnett of this city survives. Following the death of her husband, several years later she was married to the late William Richard Cherry who was frozen to death in Alaska during the gold rush. To them were born, one son, William Richard Cherry, Jr., who was killed in France during the World War.

Moving to Bay City at the beginning of the War, Mrs. Cherry has made her home with her daughter since that time. She had not been well for the past five years and for the past year had been confined almost entirely to her home. Wednesday she became ill, growing weaker and weaker until Saturday evening when she passed quietly away in her sleep.

Mrs. Ellen Cherry was a fine woman. In spite of the tragedies of her life she remained cheerful and strong. She was a devout Catholic, taking active part in the church work as long as her health permitted. She was a Gold Star Mother, the Eagle Lake Post being named after her. Her whole life was centered around her home. She was devoted to her children and grandchildren.

She loved flowers and was so often seen working in her yard. Her family and friends shall miss her devotion and to the following survivors sincere sympathy is extended.

A daughter, Mrs. Allen Stinnett; four grandchildren, Dr. Allen E. Stinnett, Parker Stinnett, Billy Stinnett and Mrs. Roy Moore; three sisters, Mrs. Etta Kavanaugh of Port Arthur, Mrs. H. L. Reese of Port Arthur, and Mrs. P. W. Goodman of DeQuincey, La.

Among those who attended the burial services in Eagle Lake were: A. E. Stinnett, Billy and Parker Stinnett, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Moore, Mrs. J. I. Carson, Miss Florence Stinnett, Mrs. W. H. Stinnett, Mrs. Mae Brunner, Mrs. E. E. Scott, Drs. A. E. and Beatrice Stinnett of Brenham, Mr. John Reese of Lake Charles, La., Mrs. Pearl Baumgardner of Lake Charles, La., Mrs. Etta Kavanaugh of Port Arthur, Mrs. H. L. Reese of Port Arthur and Mrs. P. W. Goodman of DeQuincy, Louisiana.

Matagorda County Tribune, December 16, 1937
Submitted by Carol Sue Gibbs

Cherry, Sarah Artema “Sallie” (Frazar)

Mrs. Sallie Cherry, 81, Resident of Oakland, Succumbs

Mrs. Sallie Frazer Cherry, resident of Oakland and a life-long citizen of Fayette and Colorado counties, passed away suddenly at the family home in Oakland on Wednesday. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon, Dec. 10, at 2 o’clock from the Hubbard Funeral Home in Weimar. Rev. Byars, minister of the Church of Christ, will officiate. Interment will be in the Odd Fellows Cemetery at Weimar.

Mrs. Cherry was a daughter of Martha and James M. Frazer and was born May 12, 1862, in Fayette County. Her entire life was spent in Fayette and Colorado counties. She was united in marriage to James Ormand Cherry on December 24, 1885, near Schulenburg. Her husband preceded her in death several years ago. She was a member of the Christian Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Ona Dale Burtle of Houston, Iris Beresford Strunk of Boerne; three sons, Irl Frazer Cherry of Beeville, Harry Vernon Cherry of Columbus, Jack Everett Cherry of the U. S. Army, stationed at El Paso.

The Mercury extends sincere condolence to the bereaved family.

Weimar Mercury, December 10, 1943, page 1

Cherry, Sophie Jane (Britton)

Oakland Notes

It is with regret we chronicle the death of Mrs. J. O. Cherry, who departed this life on the 25th, near Oakland, in Lavaca county. Her remains passed through Oakland last Thursday, to be placed to rest in the old Clear Creek cemetery. She leaves a husband and a large family, relatives and friends, to mourn her loss.

Colorado Citizen, Feb. 2, 1888
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm

Cherry, William Richard

WILLIAM R. CHERRY

Deepest regret and sympathy have been expressed by the many friends of Mrs. Ellen Cherry and Mrs. Allen Stinnett, who have recently received the tragic news of the untimely death of their son and brother, William R. Cherry. 

He was born in Eagle Lake, Texas, March 5, 1895, where he spent his boyhood days, until his mother came to make her home in Bay City with Mrs. Allen Stinnett, since which time he called this place home. 

After spending two years in New Mexico for his health, he came home for a few days before registration day and volunteered for military service. His enlistment in Houston only showed his deep consideration for those who held him closest. 

After training at Paris Island, South Carolina, for two months, he was sent to Quantico, Va., and while there was among the 100 boys selected on account of personal merit, to fill a unit for overseas service, which sailed October 31, 1917. 

The following is taken from a printed Xmas program used by his company (97th, 6th Reg.), giving an accurate account of the battles in which he saw active service: Verdun Sector, March 15 to May 15, 1918; Chateau-Thierry, June 1 to July 16, 1918; Soissons, July 17 to July 23, 1918; St. Miheil, September 11 - September 25, 1918; Champagne, October 1 - October 10, 1918; Argonne, November 1 - November 11, 1918; march to the Rhine, November 17 - December 11, 1918.

Through all of these battles he received only one wound and wrote often of his desire to come home, after having done his part.

His death occurred on February 13 from broncho-pneumonia. He would have been 24 years old on March 5 of this year.

There seems to remain some consolation in the words,

"Lay down sweet one, and take thy rest,
God called thee home; He thought it best!" 

[Cherry was reinterred in the Eagle Lake Masonic Cemetery in 1920]

Matagorda County Tribune, March 5, 1919
Submitted by Carol Sue Gibbs

BODY BEING BROUGHT BACK.

Remains of Will Cherry En Route From France.

Mrs. Ellen Cherry of Bay City, formerly of this city, has received notice from the government that the remains of her son, William Cherry, who died at one of the base hospitals in Germany of pneumonia, brought on from effects of being gassed while at the front, were now en route from their temporary burying place in Germany to Eagle Lake, where they will be given final burial by the side of relatives in the cemetery here. Will died just a little more than a year ago, and until now has slept beneath the sod in Germany. His mother, who idolized her boy, wanted him buried here where other relatives are buried. If information can be secured, the Headlight will give notice a week in advance of the arrival of the remains for we know all of our people will want to pay a last respect to one of our city’s fine, handsome and most excellent boys, who paid the supreme sacrifice in a foreign land for his country’s sake. It will likely be several weeks before the remains reach here.--Eagle Lake Headlight.

Weimar Mercury, January 23, 1920, page 7

Body Of Will Cherry Had Not Reached Here Up To This Morning

The body of Will Cherry who died in France of pneumonia, and which was shipped from New York last Thursday had not reached here at the time this article is writen[sic], Thursday.

The remains will be interred here with military honors by the American Legion, but until the body reaches here full arrangements for the funeral can not be made.

The body is over due here now, but it is learned by the American Legion Post that all bodies for this section of the state are being shipped from New York to Camp Pike and reshipped from that camp to their destinations for burial. Owing to the shortage of men at Camp Pike it may possibly be several days before the casket reaches here.

The funeral will be held under the auspices of the American Legion and full announcement will be made by that order on the bulletin board at the postoffice as soon as the casket reaches here. Interment will be made in the Masonic cemetery in which the family has a burying lot. Should the remains reach here in time, the funeral will be held Sunday and all American Legion men and ex-service men are requested to watch the postoffice bulletin board closely for funeral announcements.

Eagle Lake Headlight, August 7, 1920, page 1
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm

WILL CHERRY FUNERAL WILL BE HELD HERE AT THREE NEXT SUNDAY

The body of Will Cherry, an Eagle Lake boy, who died overseas while serving with the army of occupation in Germany, reached Eagle Lake on the early Southern Pacific train Tuesday morning. The casket, covered with a large American flag, is now at the Eagle Lake Undertaking Company’s parlors.

The funeral will be held at 3 o’clock on Sunday afternoon from the Catholic Church in this city under the auspices of the local post of the American Legion. Rev. George Berberich of Mentz will conduct the funeral services at the church.

All members of the American Legion and all ex-service men are requested to be present at the funeral, and all the people of Eagle Lake and community are invited to be present and pay a last respect to one of our boys who gave his life for his country’s sake.

Mrs. Ellen Cherry and Mrs. Allen Stinnett, mother and sister, who are now residents of Bay City, will be here for the funeral.

Will was born and raised in Eagle Lake and was an exemplary young man, and a handsome, manly young fellow. He enlisted in the marines shortly after war was declared and saw much active service after going overseas.―Eagle Lake Headlight.

The Matagorda County Tribune, August 20, 1920
Contributed by Carol Sue Gibbs

Eagle Lake, Texas. August 18.--The funeral of Will Cherry, an Eagle Lake boy who enlisted in the marines early in the war and who died while serving with the army of occupation in Germany, was held here under the auspices of the American Legion. Three volleys were fired over the grave and the legion's bugler sounded taps. Services were conducted at the Catholic Church and at the grave. Father George Berberich of Mentz conducting the services at the church and Father Ludwig of Flatonia preaching the funeral sermon at the grave. Eagle Lake Cor. Galveston News.

Matagorda County Tribune, Friday, August 20, 1920

LARGE CROWD ATTENDED FUNERAL OF WILL CHERRY LAST SUNDAY AFTERNOON

(Eagle Lake Headlight)

The funeral of Will Cherry, son of Mrs. Ellen Cherry of Bay City, who died overseas while serving with the army of occupation in Germany, was held here last Sunday afternoon at three o'clock under the auspices of the local post of the American Legion.

Members of the American Legion marched with the hearse from the undertaking parlor to the Catholic Church where Rev. George Berberich of Mentz conducted the services, paying a splendid tribute to the dead soldier boy after which the procession formed and marched to the Masonic Cemetery where Rev. Father Ludwig preached a beautiful funeral sermon after which the casket was lowered into the grave over which the firing sound of the local American Legion post fired a salute of three shots after which the post's bugler sounded taps.

Will Cherry was born and raised in Eagle Lake and spent practically all of his life here. A few years before the war started he went to Arizona for his health and lived there about three years. War having been declared against Germany, and he having fully regained his health while in Arizona, he returned to Eagle Lake and at once enlisted in the marines and after a short training course went overseas where he saw much active service. He contracted pneumonia and died of that disease while serving with the army of occupation in Germany.

The funeral ceremony was a beautiful and impressive one and was largely attended, both at the church and at the grave, the church being large enough to accommodate hardly more than half of the crowd.

Matagorda County Tribune, Friday, August 27, 1920
Submitted by Carol Sue Gibbs

Chesnut, Hazella (Hutchins)

Hazella Hutchins Chesnut, formerly of Columbus and Rock Island, died in Houston, Texas, October 30, 1906. She was the daughter of Cornelius and Jane (Hooper) Hutchins, and the granddaughter of Merritt and Elizabeth (Stevens) Hutchins who came to Texas from North Carolina. Merritt served Columbus as sheriff during the period of the Republic.

Hazella met and married James David Chesnut in Columbus and their first child was born there in 1899. Seven years later, the couple and their three children, the youngest an infant, were situated in Houston Heights. James had almost completed the purchase of a cottage and several lots. He was succeeding well as a skilled carpenter. But, all was not well with Hazella, especially in the months following the birth of the last child. Hazella's untimely death at the age of 29 came as a grievous blow to her immediate and extended family and all others who knew this pretty and sensitive little lady. James and other family members buried the tragedy in their hearts and spoke seldom about the painful memories surrounding their loss of a dear wife and mother.

The young couple had been well-liked by their Houston neighbors and several friends immediately rallied to assist widower James with care of the children, as did grandmother Jane Hutchins. Nevertheless, not many months had passed before the baby followed her mother in death. In subsequent years, Jane continued to travel from Columbus down to Houston for helpful visits at the Chesnut household. The two surviving children were Nettie Jane and David Cornelius. James never remarried.

Hazella's body was returned to Rock Island for burial. (Cemetary unknown, possibly Myrtle.)

(Submitted by Charlene Chesnut, granddaughter of James and Hazella (Hutchins) Chesnut, March, 2006.)

Chester, Robert Henry

ROBERT HENRY, son of James and Kate Chester, departed this life on the 5th day of September, 1880, in this city, aged 1 year, 10 months and 12 days. [Interment in Oakes Cemetery] Too pure for this rude world, The Father early sought His own, and transferred him to his home in a house not made with hands, eternal in the Heavens, where the happy babe awaits the coming of his loved earth parents.

“He died in beauty! like a rose
Blown from its parent stem;
He died in beauty! like a pearl
Dropped from some diadem.
He died in beauty! like a lay
Along a moonlit lake;
He died in beauty! like the song
Of birds amid the brake.
He died in beauty! like the snow
On flowers dissolved away;
He died in beauty! like a star
Lost on the brow of day.
He lives to glory! like night’s gems
Set ‘round the silver moon;
He lives in glory! like the sun
Amid the blue of June!”

Colorado Citizen, September 9, 1880

Chester, William Fred

OBITUARY

Died, in Houston, January 4, 1884. Wm. Fred Chester, son of Mr. Jas. M. and Kate Chester, age one year, three months and three days. He was brought to Columbus on the 5th to be buried in the family grave yard on Crasco, about 8 miles southwest of Columbus. He was one of earth’s purest gems, whom our Savior called home, where there is eternal happiness. Sorrow and trouble he never knew; his pain has ceased; he has gone to join the angels, where his little brother had gone before to await the coming of their loved earth parents, who mourn the loss which is their gain. [Interment Oakes Cemetery]

Colorado Citizen, January 17, 1884

Chew, Joseph Aldridge

Mr. J. A. Chew Died AT His Home In This City Last Friday; Funeral Saturday

Popular and Well Known Citizen of Eagle Lake Passed Away Last Friday Afternoon.

The people of our city and community were saddened when they learned on last Friday afternoon of the death of Mr. J. A. Chew.

Mr. Chew had been in ill health for the past several months and was critically ill for several days prior to his death.

Mr. Chew had been a resident of Eagle Lake for about eight years, though he was in and around this community for some years before moving to this city, he having been a resident of Colorado county for about fifteen years. He was a most pleasant and an agreeable man, always in good humor and always had a pleasant, friendly word for every one he met. Mr. Chew was a good man, attended strictly to his own business affairs and enjoyed the respect and esteem of all our people. Every one liked him and his pleasant, agreeable manner made friends for him wherever he went. He is a man we have never heard ill spoke of, and his death is sincerely regretted.

Joseph Aldridge Chew was born in Charlestown, West Virginia in 1851, and would have been 68 years of age on the first day of the coming June. He was twice married, his first wife who was formerly Miss Mary McIntosh of Bryan, Texas, preceded him in death twenty-eight years ago, and to that union were born three children. Mrs. Frances Clark, John A. Chew and Miss Sarah West Chew, all of whom are living in New York.

Mr. Chew was again married in 1890 in Washington, D. C. to Miss Mary Kean, a Virginian, who with their seven children, survive him. The children are, Miss Regina, Miss Alice, Miss Agnes, Paul, Miss Helen, Fred and Morris.

The family moved from Virginia to Bryan, Texas, where they resided for about six years, moving from that city to Colorado County and locating at Columbus, where they remained for another six years, moving to Eagle Lake eight years ago. While the family resided in Columbus, Mr. Chew was a frequent visitor to Eagle Lake and this section spending much of his time here.

The funeral was held from the family residence in this city Saturday afternoon at 3 o’clock, interment being made in the Lakeside cemetery. The funeral services at the home and the grave were conducted by Rev. Mr. Banks, the Episcopal rector at Cuero, formerly rector of the Eagle Lake Episcopal church.

The pallbearers were Messrs Walter Little, Natt Holman, Herbert Matthews, J. H. Morgan, Max Conner and H. A. Douglass.

In the passing of Mr. Chew, Eagle Lake has lost another of its good citizens, a friend to every one, a kind husband and a loving tender father.

To the sorrowing relatives, the Headlight joins their many friends in extending to them in their hour of deep sorrow, its sincerest sympathy.

Eagle Lake Headlight, February 8, 1919
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Chinn, Hal W.

Death and Burial 0f H. W. Chinn.

From Edgar Chinn, who returned Tuesday from Perdue Hill, Ala., with the body of his father, H. W. Chinn, who mysterious disappeared In Houston the latter part of January, we glean additional particulars regarding this mysterious case. Edgar arrived at Purdue Hill Friday of last week, and from the effects of the deceased was soon absolutely positive that it was hIs father. The watch, ring, clothing, etc., were identified in an instant. The body was exhumed Sunday afternoon, it being necessary to order a metal casket from Selma, some distance away, to transport the remains to Weimar. From the people of Purdue Hill he gleaned many particulars regarding his father's arrival there, his habits, etc. The deceased undoubtedly, after leaving Houston, went to New Orleans, thence to Tampa, Fla., Birmingham, Mobile, and afterwards to Perdue Hill, arriving there Feb. 10. He embarked in business shortly after his arrival at that point and wad doing well, but having taken up the habit of drinking it brought on an old complaint In the nature of acute gastritis and Bright’s disease, and this caused his death after one week's iIlness. He was warned by the attending physician that he was a very sick man, and that he had better give the address of his family or relatives, but he persisted to the last that he had no relatives.

After his death, which occurred Sunday morning. April 2, the attending physician, Dr. G. Walter Gaillard, feeling certain that there was some mystery about the man, had the remains photographed, and from these photographs it is easy to identify the dead man as Mr. Chinn. Perdue Hill is a small place of about 300 people, and is fifteen miles distant from the railroad. The body arrived Tuesday afternoon, and although In a swollen and blackened condition, there were numerous features easily recognizable to his intimate friends. The remains were laid to rest in the Odd Fellows' cemetery Tuesday afternoon.

In the death of H. W. Chinn, this section loses one of Its best citizens. Few people, indeed, knew him but to admire him. He was by all regarded as one of nature's noblemen, a typical southern gentleman, gentle as a child, brave as a lion, and one whom to know was to esteem. He was a resident of this place for a number of years, and If he had an enemy we know not of it. He was a model son, husband, and father, and while it will never be understood in this life what caused him to suddenly leave family and friends it Is the universal opinion that it was a case of mental aberration. The writer had known Mr. Chinn for a number of years, regarded him as one of the truest gentlemen he ever met, and feels keenly the loss of such a dear friend. Words are inadequate to express our sympathy with the family in the loss they have sustained, and this feeling is shared by the entire citizenship of this community. God pity and comfort them is the sincere wish of all.

Weimar Mercury, April 15, 1905, page 4

Chinn, Mary L.

Former Weimar Lady Dies at Houston

Mrs. H. W. Chinn, former respected Weimar lady, widow of the late Colonel H. W Chinn, died in Houston Thursday of last week. and the remains were brought here Friday noon for interment beside the grave of her husband, in the Odd Fellows Cemetery. Mrs. Chinn was 68 years of age at time of death. Touching funeral services were held at the grave by Rev. Jos. Szymanski of St. Michael’s Church.

Following the death of her husband a good many years ago Mrs. Chinn and her children moved to Houston. and she made her home there up to the time of her death. Many old time friends remember Mrs. Chinn as an estimable, good woman, a kind friend and neighbor and possessed of a large circle of friends when she resided here. Her death is sincerely deplored.

Surviving her are two daughters, Mrs. T. J. Thomas of Freeport and Mrs. E. Murdy of Glendale, Calif.; four sons, Edgar C. Chinn, John S. Chinn and Guy A. Chinn, all of Houston, and Hal W. Chinn of Glendale, Calif.; two sisters and one brother, all of Brazoria.

Weimar Mercury, March 7, 1930, page 1

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Chova, William/Shover, Spencer

Garwood Negro Deacon Shot To Death Monday Morning By A Preacher

Negro Church Row at Garwood Has Fatal Ending Monday Morning When Decon [sic] Is Killed

In a row which resulted over church matters, Spencer Shover, colored, a deacon in the colored Baptist church at Garwood was shot and killed in a difficulty at that place Monday morning about eleven o’clock by Rev. John Cotton, negro Baptist preacher, at that place. Two shot were fired, one taking effect in Shover’s stomach and the other bullet entering under the left arm. A Colt’s .45 caliber pistol was used. Rev. Dan Hawkins, another negro Baptist preacher, who preaches in the Garwood neighborhood, received a wound in the hand. Hawkins was attempting to separate the two negroes, it is said, when he was struck on the hand by the pistol which was being brought into action. It is said that Deacon Shover was unarmed. After the shooting, Cotton surrended [sic] himself to Deputy Sheriff W. H. Shaw and was conveyed to Columbus, where he made bond to appear before the next grand jury, and was released.

The two negroes in the affary [sic] are very prominent among their race in the Garwood section and the tragedy is regretted.

Tom Penn, colored undertaker from Eagle Lake, went to Garwood where he prepared the body for burial, the funeral having taken place at Vox Populi the following day.

[This fellow is called William Chova in the death records. According to the death records, William Chova was shot and killed by John Cotton on December 2, 1918 and buried "near Garwood." Bill Stein] [Place of interment unkown}

Eagle Lake Headlight, December 7, 1918
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Chovanec, Katherine (Moeller)

Chovanec

Katherine Chovanec, 79 of Brenham, passed away Sept. 20, in Gazebo Terrace Convalescent Center.

She was born Feb. 23, 1927, in Frelsburg to Alois Henry and Katerine (Hennecke) Moeller. She attended Frelsburg School. On April 27, 1948, she married Joe Frank Chovanec in St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Frelsburg.

She worked in food service at Brenham State School and at Trinity Medical Center. She enjoyed caring for her grandchildren, yard work and her flowers, quilting, cooking, baking and playing dominoes.

She was a member of Catholic Daughters in Fayetteville and, while in Brenham, a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, PCCW and Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary.

She was preceded in death by parents; husband; two brothers and six sisters.

Survivors are: sons and daughters-in-law, Joe and Sheila Chovanec of Bleiblerville, Charles and Sandy Chovanec of Burton, Dr. James and Barbara Chovanec, John and Patsy Chovanec, David and Lil Chovanec, Tommy Chovanec, Pat and Stephanie Chovanec all of Brenham; daughters and sons-in-law, Kathy and Jerry Marusik of Columbus, Teresa and Johnnie Schaefer of Brenham; grandchildren, Danny and Keitha Chovanec, Becky and Michael Ogg, Shelly Marusik, Amy Marusik and fiancé Rob McFarling, Jason Chovanec and special friend Deanna Beldin, Bradley Chovanec, Christi and Tyson Voelkel, Jeffrey Chovanec and special friend Kasia Weigelt, Cullen Chovanec, Crystal Chovanec, Kelly Chovanec, Kari Chovanec, Kevin Chovanec, Matthew Chovanec, Jennifer and Dathan Nowicki, Joe Schaefer, Adam Schaefer, Steven Chovanec, Will Chovanec, Lindsay Chovanec, Griffin Chovanec; great-granddaughter, Chasidy Nowicki; brothers, Henry Moeller and special friend Sybil Kumaga, Alois Moeller and wife Doris all of Frelsburg; brother-in-law, Raymond Kulhanek of Fayetteville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass was conducted Sept. 23, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, with Father David Ivey as celebrant. Interment followed in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Pallbearers were her grandsons and honorary pallbearers were her granddaughters.

Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, or your charity of choice.

Colorado County Citizen, October 4, 2006
Courtesy The Citizen

Christ, Erna Ida (Beck)

Erna Ida Christ Funeral Services Held Nov. 9

Erna Ida Christ, 94, of Weimar, died Nov. 6, 2003 at the Schulenburg Regency Nursing Center.

Funeral services were held Nov. 9 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Weimar with Father John Bily officiating. Interment followed at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery,

Mrs. Christ was born March 27, 1909 in Weimar to Ida Skrobanek and Antone Beck. She married Emil Christ on Dec. 28, 1931.

She was a member of St. Anne’s Society and lived in this area her entire life. She was a beautician and owned Elite Beauty and Barber Shop with her husband for over 50 years.

Mrs. Christ is survived by one son, Lumir Christ and wife Susan of Bellaire; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Zita Grohmann of Weimar; and two brothers-in-law, E. Wayne Wood of Houston and Kenneth Smith of San Antonio.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Emil Christ; parents, and two sisters, Edna Beck and Virginia Wood.

Pallbearers were Bryan Christ, Charles Christ, Wilbur Grohmann Jr., Donal grohmann, Clifford Grohmann, Gleen Grohmann, Lillie Beard, Vida Kloesel, Bennie Rerich and Herbert Rerich.

The Weimar Mercury, November 13, 2003
Transcribed by Jennie Muggli

Christal, Elmo D. Jr.

Christal

Elmo D. Christal Jr., 81, of Oakland, Calif. passed away Feb. 25.

He was born Dec. 20, 1922 to Elmo Dick Christal and Vetta Wilkerson Christal Hinton. He graduated from E.H. Henry High School in Eagle Lake May 26, 1941 and served honorably with the U.S. Army during World War II. Before moving to California, Christal was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church under the pastorage of the late Rev. W.L. Green and married to Kathryn Christal.

He is survived by his daughters, Sharon Christal of Las Vegas, Nev. and Charlotta Christal of Oakland, Calif.; son, Darryl Christal of Oakland, Calif.; sisters, Martha J. Sellers (Charles) of Galveston and Betty J. Swanner of La Marque; brother, Marvin Christal of Eagle Lake; four grandchildren, of Oakland, Calif.; Uncle, Donald Ray Wilkerson of San Diego, Calif.; and cousin (reared as a sister) Ophelia Lyons of Eagle Lake.

Funeral services were conducted March 6, from the Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Eagle Lake with the Rev. Thomas E. Kuykendall, pastor, officiating. Interment and military honors followed at Community Cemetery North in Eagle Lake under the auspices of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8783 Commander, Len Matula.

Pallbearers were Mario Arriola, Kirby Gordon, Herbert Ashton, Thomas Krushall, Clodis Christal and Anthony Thomas.

Honorary pallbearers were Marvin Christal, Harrison Johnson, Allen R. Aldridge Sr., Allen R. Aldridge Jr., Arnold Parker, Lester Parker Herbert Scott and Vincent Weston.

The Colorado County Citizen, March 10, 2004
Courtesy of The Citizen

Christal, Eric Andre (Rev.)

Rev. Eric Andre Christal, 38, of Eagle Lake, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2002 at Twelve Oaks Medical Center after a lengthy illness.

He was born March 27, 1964 in Eagle Lake to Marvin and Joyce Aldridge Christal.

Christal, a resident of Eagle Lake all his life, was employed as a truck driver and of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include his wife, Tereska Sue Prudue Christal; daughter, Jaranessa Christal; son Jarrett Christal; parents, Marvin and Joyce M. Aldridge Christal all of Eagle Lake; sisters, Margaret Williams, Cynthia Kirkwood, Debra Maxwell and Berlinda Williams of Houston; and grandmother, Margaret Aldridge of Eagle Lake.

Funeral services were held Saturday, October 26, at 11 a.m. from Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church with Rev. T. Kuykendall officiating.

Burial followed in the Eagle Lake Community Cemetery North.

Gooden-Hatton Funeral Home inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, October 24,2002

Christal, Ira

FUNERAL FOR LOCAL COLORED MAN TODAY

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 this afternoon for Ira Christal, 43, local colored citizen, who died Wednesday. He was a member of one of the old Eagle Lake colored families and was a son of the late Dick Christal.

He is survived by his wife, eight children and six brothers. [unknown burial place in Eagle Lake]

Eagle Lake Headlight, 24 Mar 1939, page 1
Contributed by Matt Cross

Christal, John "Cuney"

Son Of Colored Man Here Is Burned To Death In El Paso

Body Of Cuney Christal, Son Of Dick Christal; Found In Basement Of El Paso Hotel Where He Worked, After Fire.

John Christal, colored, 36 years of age, son of Dick Christal of Eagle Lake, was burned to death in a hotel fire at El Paso early Thursday morning of last week.

Dick Christal was notified by telegram late Friday of his son’s death, but on wiring El Paso for further details, was unable to get any authentic information, the police department wiring him further “that they were investigating.”

That reports on the tragedy were confusing are explained in newspaper clippings and notations which reached the Headlight in yesterday’s mail from the news editor of the El Paso Herald-Post, the Scripps-Howard publication of that city.

According to the clippings sent the Headlight, the El Paso papers first reported the name of the negro burned to death in the fire as that of John Miles, who was a porter at the Hotel Carlyle where the fire originated shortly after 3 o’clock in the morning. The confusion was made possible by the fact that the dead man was known to his employers and around the hotel as only “John” or “Johnny.” The undertakers, where the body was taken, gave further explanation that a negro who came to the undertaking parlor for the purpose, identified the body as that of John Miles, porter at the hotel. Miles and Christal, both of whom were employees at the hotel, were good friends, the newspaper reports stated.

It was not known until a day after the fire that the dead man was Christal, not until John Miles, the negro reported dead in the fire, walked up to George Turner, negro cook at the Tri-County hospital. Turner was so startled when Miles, who had been reported dead, walked up to him and began talking that he started to flee, according to the newspaper reports. The El Paso editor writes at the bottom of the sheet on which the clippings are pasted that the body is being held for instructions from his father at Eagle Lake.

Christal in Eagle Lake as “Cuney” Christal. He left Eagle Lake about twelve years ago and has been making his home in El Paso since that time.

The fire started in a box of trash under the stairs of the hotel basement. It spread quickly to other basements and was burning through the first floor of the hotel when firemen brought it under control. Smoke filled the upper floors of the hotel and threw the guests into panic.

“Cuney’s” partly burned body was discovered in the basement of the hotel after the fire had been extinguished. He had been sleeping in the basement near the stairs where the fire started. Chief Sullivan said he probably was overcome by smoke and then burned to death by the flames from the stair-case. “Cuney” was cook and chauffeur at the hotel.

Eagle Lake Headlight, April 1, 1933
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Christen, Carl Otto Jr.

Carl Christen Jr. Passed Away On April 22

Carl Otto Christen Jr., 61, of Weimar, passed away on Friday, April 22.

He was born on Oct. 30, 1949, in Weimar to Carl O. Sr. and Dorothy Svetlik Christen in Columbus.

Carl graduated from Weimar High School.

In October of 1969, he enlisted in the US Army and served in Vietnam.

He lived his youth in Weimar then moved to Alabama, only to return six years ago.

Carl worked as an airline mechanic and wood worker.
He is survived by his children, Traci Anne Bitting and Brandon Carl Christen both of Alabama; two grandchildren; and his siblings, Pearl Mueller of Buda, and Patti Leonard of Webster.

Carl was preceded in death by his father, and brother Ronald R. Christen.

He enjoyed fishing, loved history, and was a creative woodworker.

Services are pending at this time. [Burial place unknown]

The Weimar Mercury, April 28, 2011, page 2A
Transcribed by Sandra Long Anders

Christen, Daniel Paul

Pfc. Daniel Christen Wounded On Okinawa

Word has been received here that Pfc. Daniel Christen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Christen, was wounded on Okinawa on April 21. The extent of his wounds are not known at this time.

Pfc. Christen entered the service on July 1, 1944, and left for overseas duty in December of the same year. He has a brother, Pfc. Karl O. Christen who is now stationed in the Philippines. The last heard from him was after he had been confined to the hospital for six months, but is now back with his outfit.

Weimar Mercury, May 18, 1945, page 1

Pfc. D. P. Christen Dies On Guam Island Wounded at Okinawa

Last week the Mercury carried an item of the wounding of Pfc. Daniel P. Christen on Okinawa Island. Friday of last week his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Christen, received a telegram announcing their son's death on the island of Guam where he had been taken for treatment. He received his wounds April 21 and died April 24. Private First Class Christen is the second Weimar soldier to die from wounds received in the battle for Okinawa.

Pfc. Christen entered the service on July 5. 1944 and received a sixteen-week training at Camp Fannin. In December of the same year he left for overseas duty, landing at Hawaii. He was a rifleman and machine gunner with the Seventh Division. Before entering the service of his country he was engaged in farming. He was a member of St. Michael's Church here. He was 24 years old at the time of his death.

Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Christen; six sisters, Mrs. Rudolf Thumann of Eagle Lake, Mrs. Charlie German of Cuero, Mrs. Charlie Dittrich of Goose Creek, Miss Ester Christen of California, Misses Frances and Lucille Christen of Weimar; one brother, Pfc. Karl O. Christen now in the Philippines. Left also to mourn his untimely death is his fiance, Miss Dorothy Miska, of Weimar.

The Mercury and many Weimar friends extend sincere sympathy to the bereaved family in their loss of a son and brother, and America, a good soldier. [Reinterment in St. Michael's Cemetry]

Weimar Mercury, May 25, 1945, page 1

Christen, Edwin A.

DEATH OF LITTLE BOY

A 5-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Christen of the Content section died last Friday evening, after an illness of several weeks, and the remains were buried in St. Michael’s Cemetery the folowing day. Rev. Jos. Szymanski officiating. In the loss of their beloved little son Mr. and Mrs. Christen have the sympathy of scores of friends throughout this section.

Weimar Mercury, January 21, 1927, page 1

Christen, Emil

Emil Christen, 76, Dies In Hospital, Rites Set Friday

Funeral services for Emil Christen, Sr., 76, of Weimar, who died in Huth Memorial Hospital, Yoakum, Tuesday evening, will be held from Hubbard Funeral Home at 9:45 o’clock Friday morning, with services at St. Michael’s Church at 10 o’clock.

Msgr. Anthony Drozd will conduct the services. Interment will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery.

Mr. Christen, a retired farmer, had been in the hospital at various times during the past five months, the last time for a period of six weeks.

A native of the northeastern part of this county, he was born October 26, 1874, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Christen. In Lavaca County, in about 1904, he married Miss Mary Tobola, who preceded him in death in 1944. They settled first at Oakland, moving to the present homestead near Weimar in 1918. Mr. Christen was a member of St. Michael’s Church.

Surviving him are eight daughters, Sister M. Rita of Huth Memorial Hospital Yoakum, Mrs. Carrie Otkins of New York, Mrs. Eva Schobel of Columbus, Mrs. Mary Daigrepont of Columbus, Mrs. Hermina Birdwell of El Paso, Mrs. Emilie Hartensteiner and Mrs. Leona Anders of Weimar, and Mrs. Sophie Anders of San Antonio; two sons, Albert and Emil, Jr., both of San Antonio; one sister, Mrs. Mary Heinsohn of Hackberry; and five brothers, Eugene of Hackberry, Joe of Moravia, Leo of Hallettsville, and Otto and Frank of Weimar. Two sons, a daughter, and a brother and sister preceded him in death.

Weimar Mercury, December 29, 1950, pages 1 and 4

Christen, Frances (Laake)

Mrs. Christen’s Funeral Held Here Saturday

Funeral services for Mrs. Frances Christen, 79, were held Saturday morning, June 1, at Hubbard Funeral Home and St. Michael’s Catholic Church, with Rev. Albert Hubertus officiating.

Burial was in St. Michael’s Cemetery.

Mrs. Christen died Thursday, May 30, in Youens Memorial Hospital after a long illness.

She had lived in the Weimar area about 50 years. Born Sept. 20, 1888, at Frelsburg, she was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oswald Dittwald Laake. She was married to Frank Christen on Aug. 5, 1912, at Columbus. He died in 1964.

Mrs. Christen is survived by one son, Carl O. Christen; six daughters, Mrs. Rudy (Annie) Thumann, Mrs. Charlie (Martha) German, Mrs. Charlie (Antonio) Dittrich, Mrs. Oscar (Esther) Hinkel, Mrs. Steve (Frances) Patlovany, Mrs. Frank (Lucille) Drabek, 17 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. One son and two daughters preceded her in death.

Pallbearers were grandsons Rudy A. Thumann, Wilbert Thumann, Alton Dittrich, Carl O. Christen Jr., Larry Gene Patlovany, and Oscar Hinkel Jr.

Mass servers were grandsons, Ronald Christen and Paul and Arthur Kahlich.

Weimar Mercury, June 6, 1968, page 1

Christen, Frank

Final Rites for Frank Christen, 78, Held Monday

Funeral services for Frank Christen,78, were held Monday, April 13, at Hubbard Funeral Home and at St. Michael’s Catholic Church with Rev Henry Rolf celebrant of the mass. Burial was in St. Michael’s Cemetery.

Mr. Christen died Friday morning at his home in the Borden area after a long illness.

A native of Shaw’s Bend, he had spent most of his life in the Weimar area. He was born January 6, 1886, the son of Joseph and Volberg Umbrecht Christen. He married Miss Frances Laake on August 6, 1912.

His wife survives, along with one son Carl O. Christen of Weimar; six daughters, Mrs. Rudolph (Annie) Thumann of Weimar (Borden), Mrs. Charles (Martha) German of Victoria, Mrs. Charlie (Antonia) Dittrich of Sweeny, Mrs. Oscar (Esther) Hinkel of Oakland, Mrs. Steve (Frances) Patlovany of El Campo, and Mrs. Frankie (Lucille) Drabek of Lake Jackson; 17 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

Serving as pallbearers were eight grandsons, Rudy A. Thumann, Wilbert Thumann, Leon Thumann, Kenneth German, Alton Dittrich, Charles Dittrich, Oscar Hinkel Jr. and Carl Christen Jr. Mass servers were Dennis Thumann and Larry Gene Patlovany, grandsons, and Herbert Sternadel.

Weimar Mercury, April 16, 1964, page 1

Christen, John Adolf

DEATHS REPORTED WEDNESDAY

A three months old son of Emil Christen and wife died Wednesdy, after a brief illness. ]Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery] The infant child of Eli David and wife of the Bila Hora community also died same day. Our sympathy goes out to the bereaved parents.

Weimar Mercury, February 20, 1920, page 1

Christen, Mary (Tobola)

Funeral Rites Held Here Monday for Mrs. Emil Christen

Mrs. Emil Christen (nee Mary Tobola) of Weimar passed away at the Huth Memorial Hospital in Yoakum on Wednesday, May. 24. Funeral services were held at the Hubbard Funeral Home in Weimar at 9:30 o'clock Monday morning with Solemn Requiem High Mass at St. Michael's Church at 10 o'clock. The services were conducted by Msgr. Jos. Szymanski as celebrant, assisted by Rev. John Anders of Praha as deacon and Rev. Vaclav Bily of Weimar as subdeacon, Rev. Leo Pesek acting as master of ceremonies and Rev. Msgr. F. O. Beck of Victoria delivering the sermon in English.

Interment was made in St. Michael's Cemetery. Pallbearers were six nephews, Henry Tobola, Gene Christen, John Christen, William Goldrich, Danny Christen, Alfred Tobola.

Mrs. Christen was born in Ticha, Moravia in 1884, coming to America at the age of 9 years. She was united in marriage in 1902 to Emil Christen, and to this union 13 children were born, 10 of whom are living. She was a member of the Catholic Church, the K. J. Z. T. Lodge and the Christian Mothers' Society.

Surviving, besides her husband, are two sons, Albert Christen of San Antonio, Cpl. Emil Christen of Denver, Colo; eight daughters, Sister M. Rita of Huth Memorial Hospital in Yoakum, Mrs. Wm. (Caroline) Oetken of New York City, Mrs. Emil (Eva) Schobel of Houston, Mrs. Horace (Mary) Daigripont of Clarkesville, Tenn., Mrs. Dan (Heminia) Birdwell of El Paso, Mrs. Edwin (Emilie) Hartensteiner of Weimar, Mrs. Arthur (Sophie) Anders of San Antonio, Mrs. Frank (Leona) Anders, Jr., of Weimar, and eight grandchildren.

Also surviving are one brother, Joe Tobola of Hallettsville, four sisters, Mrs. Hugo Newman of Corvallis, Ore., Mrs. Adolf Svetlik of Wied, Mrs. Charlie Goedrich of Hallettsville, Mrs. Frank Gebauer of Pelly.

The Mercury extends sincere condolence to the bereaved family.

Weimar Mercury, June 2, 1944, page 1

Christen, Otto

Final Rites for Otto Christen, 70, Held Wednesday

Funeral services for Otto Christen, 70, resident of the New Bielau area more than 40 years, were held Wednesday morning at Hubbard Funeral Home and St. Michael’s Church.

The Rt. Rev. Msgr. A. F. Drozd gave the sermon. The Rev. Victor A. Raska was celebrant of the mass. [Interment in St. Michael’s Cemetery]

Mr. Christen, ill the past two months with heart disease, died Monday in Youens Hospital.

A farmer and carpenter, he was born Sept. 15, 1889, at Glidden, the son of Joseph and Wilburga Christen. He married Miss Romilda Juenger on Nov. 16, 1915, at Schulenburg, and they settled in the Moravia section for a year or so. They moved to the present farm at New Bielau in 1918. Mr. Christen was a member of St. Michael’s church and the Farm Bureau.

Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Romilda Christen of New Bielau; two daughters, Mrs. Herbert V. Winkler and Mrs. J. J. Collins, both of Houston, two sons, Milton of Houston and Milroy of Weimar; one sister, Mrs. Julius Heinsohn of Schulenburg; and three brothers, Joe and Leo Christen of Hallettsville and Frank Christen of here. A son, Leo, died in 1955. Two brothers, Eugene and Emil, and a sister, Mrs. Louis Rothbauer, also preceded him in death.

Pallbearers were Lawrence Rothbauer, Melvin Christen, Eugene Christen, Jr., Rudolf Thumann, Emil Schobel and Carl Christen.

Weimar Mercury, November 13, 1959

Christen, Romilda (Juenger)

Funeral for Mrs. Christen Held April 20

Funeral services for Mrs. Otto (Romilda) Christen, 89, of Rt. 3, Weimar, were held Wednesday, April 20, from St. Michael's Catholic Church, with burial in the parish cemetery. Father Charles Carolan officiated.

Mrs. Christen died at 7:45 a.m. Tuesday, April 19, at Parkview Manor nursing home.

Born Dec. 19, 1898, at Oakland, she was a daughter of Fred and Emilie (Dittrich) Juenger. She was married to Otto Christen in Weimar on Nov. 16, 1915. He, died Nov. 9,1959. Mrs. Christen was a member of St. Michael's Church, and St. Ann's Society.

She is survived by two sons, Milton and Milroy Christen, both of Weimar; a daughter, Lavine Schumaker of Savanna, Ill.; 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, a son, daughter, a sister and a brother preceded her in death.

Serving as pallbearers were Frank Anders Jr., Carl Christen, and grandsons Glenn Winkler, Roy Christen, Ben Christen and Bob Christen.

Weimar Mercury, April 28, 1988, page 6

Christian, Chester Albert

Chester Albert Christian, 83, of Rock Island, died in his sleep at approximately 5 a.m. Monday, Jan. 19 at his residence He was born in Caldwell County, Missouri on September 26, 1903, and had been a resident of Rock Island for the past six years. He had worked in farming and carpentry most all of his life before retirement. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Cowgill, Missouri where he served as a Deacon for 25 years, Assistant Pastor and a Sunday school teacher. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan 21 from the Dulany Funeral Home Chapel in Eagle Lake with Rev. Melburn Sibley, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, officiating. Burial followed in the Myrtle Cemetery in Rock Island.

He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. and Mrs. William Richard Christian; a son, Melvin Gerald Christian; a sister, Chrystal Luther and a brother, William Jewel Christian.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Bertha Hooper Christian of Rock Island; a daughter, Mrs. R. Lee Coffman of Arlington, a son, Leonard Christian of Ft. Worth; a sister, Eula Pixley of Liberty, Montana; a brother, Paul Christian of Braymer, Montana, three stepchildren, Dorothy Girndt of Louisiana and Dan and Norman Hooper, both of Rock Island; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Pallbearers were Joe Kieth VanOuderkerke, Dan Hooper Jr., EL. Vernon, S.G. Pence, J.T. Coffman, Jerry Hooper.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, January 22, 1987
Contributed by Patti Hall-Smith

Christol, Dick

OLD COLORED CITIZEN IS BURIED ON TUESDAY

Following a long illness, Dick Christol, 72 years of age, died Sunday night, and was laid to rest in the colored cemetery Tuesday afternoon.

While he had been in ill health for six months or more, he was confined to his bed only about three weeks before his death.

Dick was well-known to the people of this section, and was well liked by white people as well as colored people, and in his passing another one of the old-timers has answered the call.

Eagle Lake Headlight, 1 Nov 1935
Contributed by Matt Cross
Note: The Sunday previous to Nov. 1, 1935 was Oct. 27.

Christoph, Wilbur Louis

Christoph Funeral Services

Funeral Services for Wilbur L. Christoph of Columbus were held Wednesday, February 27, 1991 at 11 a.m. from Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus with Brother Raymond Cox officiating.

Burial was in the Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus.

Mr. Christoph passed away February 24 in the Columbus

Community Hospital. He was 70 years of age.

Born July 6, 1920 in Houston, he was the son of Louie C. and Ada Depenbrock Christoph. He married Dorothy Wofford April 20, 1939. A retired machinist, he was a veteran of World War II,

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Christoph of Columbus; daughter, Cathy Egerton of New UIm; sons, Danny Christoph of Houston and Ronnie Christoph of Columbus; sisters, Lorine Nichols of Spring and Florine Peeler of Houston; 13 grandchildren and one great-grandson.

Pallbearers were Calvin Kollmann, Mike Kollmann, Neal Adcock, John Jones, John Blair and Leroy Steoner.

New Ulm Enterprise, March 7, 1991, page 3

Chumney, Aubrey B.

Columbus Cullings

Ed Boulen, the negro who murdered Aubrey Chumney in the Eagle Lake bottom last week, was brought here Sunday and landed in jail by Sheriff Lewis of Austin county, who arrested said negro upon information furnished by our sheriff. [Interment in Lakeside Cemetery]

Weimar Mercury, October 4, 1890, page 2

EAGLE LAKE ITEMS

Aubrey Chumney was killed by a negro named Ed. Bolton near J. K. Frazar & Bros. store last Saturday night. It seems that Chumney, who was horseback, met the negro, who was walking, and a dispute arose as to who should give the road, when the negro drew his winchester and shot Aubrey through the heart. It is said by the negroes who were with Chumney, to have been an out and out murder. Sheriff Houchins of Lavaca county came over Monday and brought his blood hound, and He, Stewart, Eldridge and others from here hunted all Sunday night for the negro, but failing to find him, supposed he had gone to his father’s, about ten miles from Brenham, who is a well-to-do negro. Monday night, however, parties were in various parts of the bottom hunting him, near the place of killing. Tom Webb and Garrett Longmire, who were watching Ford Frazar’s premises, saw and halted him, when they were answered by a shot from the ready Winchester. The negro ran and they both fired at him with shot guns, but with what result is not yet known. Sheriff Houchins and W. T. Eldridge left Monday evening for Brenham to see if the murderer had gone to his father’s, while the cane brakes are being scoured here with hounds. The Aransas Pass pumper brought news at 12, m. Tuesday that he saw a negro answering the description of Bolton, at Ficklen station, six miles from here on S. A. & A. P., making his way to Wallis. A party consisting of Hope Adams, Harvey Vineyard and Frank Herbert, started immediately in pursuit. Telephone messages were sent to Wallis also, to look out for him. It is confidently expected he will be caught.

Colorado Citizen, September 25, 1890, page 3

Chumney, Lula (Hartt)

Chumney

Funeral services for Mrs. Lula Hartt Chumney, age 92, were held December 29. at Dulany Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Charles Runk, Pastor of Eagle Lake United Methodist Church and Reverend David Edgar, Pastor of St. John's United Methodist Church of Corpus Christi, officiating. Burial was at Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.

Mrs. Chumney was born October 3, 1892 in Lovelady to Jim Hartt and Elizabeth LaRue Hartt. She has been an Eagle Lake resident since 1916.

Mrs. Chumney was a member of the Eagle Lake United Methodist Church.

Preceded in death by her husband, John M. Chumney In 1964.

Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Irene Hartt Mehner of Rusk; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers include David Wintermann, Raymond R. Thomas, MD, Joe Kepler, Ralph Truly, Frank Lewis, Travis Wegenhoft, Robert Wilcox and Bob Cook. Jr.

Memorials may be made to the Memorial Fund of the United Methodist Church of Eagle Lake.

Colorado County Citizen, January 3, 1985, page 2

Chumney, William M.

KILLING OF CAPT. CHUMNEY.

Capt. W. M. Chumney left in the morning for a trip to his large plantation near town. Upon reaching there he went to the storehouse and remained several hours. Finally he instructed Mr. Dobbins, the store clerk, to get his buggy ready, that he would return to town. While Mr. D. was out in the yard Capt. Chumney placed a pistol in his mouth and pulled the trigger, the ball crashing through his brains and killing him almost instantly. Mr. Dobbins, hearing the shot, rushed into the store, arriving there just as Mr. Chumney breathed his last. No cause is known for the rash act. The deceased was one of the wealthiest citizens of Eagle Lake, and was well thought of. He was a member of the Knights of Honor lodge of that city. It is said that he had frequently threatened to kill himself before, but no one supposed he meant it. [Interment in Lakeside Cemetery]

Weimar Mercury, June 14, 1890

Chvatil, Lillie (Kroboth)

Final Rites For Mrs. L. Chavtil [sic.] Held Monday

Funeral services for Mrs. Lillie Kroboth Chavtil, 72, were held Monday morning, Jan. 19, at Hubbard Funeral Home, with burial in Weimar Masonic Cemetery.

Mrs. Chavtil, who lived most of her life in the Weimar area and at Galveston, died at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, in Orange Memorial Hospital.

Born May 12, 1897, at Schulenburg, she lived in the Weimar area until about 25 years ago, when she moved to Galveston.  Ten months ago she became a resident of Jones Rest Home at Orange.

Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Mary Ann Nelson of Bellville; Mrs. Helen Marie Gray of Scott AFB, Ill.; Mrs. Annie Pochop of San Jose, Calif.; and Miss Marcella Chavtil of Terrell, Texas; one son, Willie Chavtil of Austin; 11 grandchildren; four brothers, Frank Kroboth of Weimar, Stanley of Charlotte, N.C., Willie of San Diego, Calif., and Florian of Concord, Calif.; and two sisters, Mrs. Vlasta Shumbera of Houston and Mrs. Olga Powell of San Antonio.

She was an aunt of Mrs. Leroy Polk, Mrs. Bennie Rerich and Mrs. Fred Freis of Weimar.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by a brother and three sisters: John Kroboth, Mrs. Frances Steffek, Mrs. Minnie Kuchar Noblet and Ms. Hattie Labay.

Pallbearers were Bennie Rerich, Wilbur Kuchar, Charlie Kroboth, Robert Taylor, Bobby Kuchar and Jeffry Kuchar.

Weimar Mercury, January 22, 1970, page 10
Transcribed by Dorothy Albrecht

Chvatil, unknown

LITTLE GIRL DROWNED NEAR TOWN WEDNESDAY

A couple by the name of Mr. and Mrs. Louis [Alois] Chavitl [Chvatil], living on the Chas. Fahrenthold farm a short distance northeast of town, had quite a misfortune befall them Wednesday afternoon

They have several small children, and while the older members of the family were busy with household duties, the children wandered down to the creek which traverses Mr. Fahrenthold’s farm and were playing in the water. One of the little girls, 2 years old, strayed off from the others, and while evidently reaching over to fill her bucket with water from one of the pools, fell headforemost into the creek and was drowned.

It is believed the other children, all small, saw the child struggling in the water, but did not realize she was drowning. When her absence was noted by the family and the body recovered, she had been dead some time.

The little form was laid to rest in the Odd Fellows’-Masonic Cemetery Thursday morning.

The heartfelt sympathy of all our people goes out to the bereaved parents, so suddenly bereft of their beloved little daughter.

Weimar Mercury, May 16, 1930, page 1

Cinadr, Hattie (Krizak) Schlebach

Funeral for Mrs. Cinadr July 6

Funeral services for Mrs. Hattie Clnadr, 60, were held Thursday, July 6, at Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home in Schulenburg, with Rev. D. L. R. McDougle officiating. Burial was in the Weimar Masonic Cemetery.

Mrs. Cinadr died in Youens Memorial Hospital after a short illness. She was a life- long resident of Schulenburg and was employed at Colonial Nursing Home.

Mrs. Cinadr was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Alvina Krizak; her first husband; August Schlebach; her second husband, John Cinadr; and one brother, Willie Krizak. She is survived by six sisters, Mrs. Edna Fojt of Baytown, Mrs. Bessie Dusek of Weimar, Mrs. Loretta Hoffmann of Oakland, Mrs. Milady Leppin of Weimar, Mrs. Viola Melnar of Hallettsville, Mrs. Margaret Hoffman of Oakland; four brothers, Melvin Krizak of Baytown. Henry Krizak of Weimar, Emil and Lester Krlzak of Oakland; and many nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Maurice Hoffmann, Larry Melnar, Joe Dusek, Louis Krizak, Joe Krizak, Edwin FoJt, Bobby Berger, and Marvin Leppin.

Weimar Mercury, July 22, 1976

Cizek, Daniel

Cizek

Daniel "Dan" R. Cizek, 50, of Missoula, passed away May 26, at his home from natural causes.

He was born on Oct. 17, 1955, to Raymond Walter and Angelina Marek Cizek in Weimar. He resided in Columbus where he attended school, and graduated from Columbus High School as Valedictorian in 1973. While in high school, he lettered in tennis. He then went on to graduate from the University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor of business administration with highest honors in 1976.

He began his professional career with Conoco, Inc. in 1976. During this employment he lived in Norway, England, and the United Arab Emirates. These years abroad developed his love of travel and allowed him to explore many areas of the world.

While residing in the UAE, he met and married Virginia Garratt on April 16, 1983. They returned to the U.S. to reside in Houston, where he continued his career with Conoco, Inc.

He moved to Missoula, Montana in September of 1989 where he was employed by Mentzer's Greenhouse and later by WalMart. Since 2000 he has worked as the facilities manager at the University Congregational Church. He was a member of Beta Gamma Sigma, Alpha Chapter of Texas, and contributed time to Habitat for Humanity and Missoula Children's Theatre.

The mountains and the waterways of Montana offered him places to follow his passions of alpine skiing, rafting and camping. He enjoyed exploring new trails and seeking new adventures. He was particularly known for his gardening and handy work around the church and assisting others with projects. Enjoying music immensely, he played in the church bell choir and frequently attended musicals.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Royce; and sister, Doris Neuendorff, all of Texas.

He is survived by his son, Daniel, of England; sisters, Penny Davis and Joyce Watson, of Missoula; and six nieces and nephews, of Texas and Montana.

A memorial service was conducted June 6, at University Congregational Church in Missoula with Pastors Peter Shober, Amy Carter and Tom King officiating.

Memorials may be made to the Dan Cizek Memorial Fund, University Congregational Church, 405 University Ave., Missoula, MT 59801.

Colorado County Citizen, June 14, 2006
Courtesy of The Citizen

Cizek, Raymond W.

Cizek

Funeral services were held for Mr. Raymond W. Cizek, Friday, May 30, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus under the direction of Henneke Funeral Home with the Father Tim Kosler officiating.

Burial was at St. Mary's Cemetery in Nada.

Mr. Raymond W. Cizek was born July 3, 1910 in Flatonia to Jacob and Mary Cizek. He married Angela Marek Cizek September 30, 1931. He was a self-employed rice farmer, before he retired,.

Mr. Cizek was a member of Knights of Columbus Council No. 2971 in Columbus.

Survivors include his wife, Angela Cizek of Columbus; three daughters, Doris Neuendorff of Bernardo,Gladys Davis of Dallas. and: Joyce Watson of Montana; one son, Daniel Cizek of Houston; and six grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one son, Royce Cizek.

Pallbearers were. Bryan Kerley, Tony Neuendorff, Patrick Neuendorff, Robert Neuendorff, Barney Spross and Jay L. Drymalla.

Colorado County Citizen, June 6, 1986