Obituaries for Austin County, Texas

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Martin, Heather Sunshine (1974-2010)

[Family] Father: Michael Potts, Mother: Donna [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery () 

Heather Sunshine Martin passed away Sunday, January 24, 2010. She was born in Edmonds, Washington on November 2, 1974 to parents Michael and Donna Potts. Heather was raised in Everett, Washington and graduated from Bellville High School- Class of 1993. Heather was the owner of her own cleaning business in Bellville. She is preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Donna Potts. She is survived by her children, Logan Tyler Potts and Abigail Marie Martin both of Bellville, brother, Joshua Potts and wife Heather of Florence, Alabama and nieces, Liv and Reese Potts. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 11 am at Knesek Bros. Funeral Home in Bellville, Texas, with Pastor Dale Leland officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Knoll Cemetery in Bellville. Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements, 842 East Main St., Bellville, Texas 77418, (979)865-3121. Friends may visit our web site at www.knesekfuneralhome.com for guestbook signing and sympathy cards.

https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/4317810

Martin, Suzanne "Sue" (Sue) (1955-2024)

Maiden Name: Sue, Nickname: Sue [Family] Father: Don Moore, Mother: Clothilde, Children: Jennifer Verinsky; Lance Silva  () 

Sue Passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, in Bellville, Texas surrounded by family and friends.

Sue was born on 8-23-1955 to Don and Clothilde Moore in Orange, Texas.

Sue loved her family and friends. She loved singing and playing the piano, going to the beach with her children and grandchildren. She also loved cruises with friends and being near and on the water.

Sue was a graduate of Vidor High School Class of 1975 and a graduate of Baptist Hospital School of Radiology. Sue had a career in medicine spanning over 40 years.

Survivors include- Her mother Clothilde Moore of Bellville, Texas. Children Jennifer Verinsky and husband Shawn and son Lance Silva and fiance Jubilee Davis.

Grandchildren- Taylor Verinsky, Natalie Silva and Gracie Silva.

Siblings- Sister Donna Godfrey and husband Robert of Alpharetta, Georgia; Brother Ray Moore and wife Donna of Nacodgoches, Texas; Sister Terri Booth and husband Dlynn of Bellville, Texas.

Sue was preceded in death by her father Don Moore of Bellville, Texas and sister Kimberly Noffke of Alabama.

The family would like to thank Hospice staff as well as staff at Magnolia Assisted Living for their compassion and care of Sue.

(Sue requested that memorial gifts be made to First Bellville Building Fund. 504 E. Strauss St., Bellville, Texas 77418)

https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/suzanne-martin-8852103

Martinez, Jose DeJesus "Chuy" (1973-2024)

Nickname: Chuy [Family] Father: Ruben Martinez, Mother: Virginia Serrano [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery () 

On Christmas Eve December 24, 1973, Jose DeJesus Martinez, also known as Chuy, was born in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico.

His mother named Virginia Serrano & Father, Ruben Martinez. He had 2 sisters, Juany Martinez and Betty Guerrero.

He was the first born but was also born prematurely. He spent a month in an incubator along with an injured foot. The doctors had informed his mother that he was too little and fragile, that his life expectancy was no longer than 2 years. Meanwhile, his mother was in and out of the hospital within 2 years expecting a loss. By the grace of God, our beloved Chuy, became 100% healthy at 2 years old and was blessed with 50 years of life.

In 1994, Chuy had moved to Bellville, TX with the rest of his family who had moved there the year prior. Chuy, excited, ready, to start a new life in the small town of Bellville,TX, joined the welding industry with his father. Less than a year later, they received the devastating news that his father had passed at the age of 40. Although he was heartbroken, he knew he had to step up and help out his family.

A few years later, Chuy and his family, were blessed with a man named, Rosario Serrano, changing their lives forever. He married his mother and helped them live the lives they've always wanted. He considered Rosario very much as a father figure.

He had a very playful, lighthearted, humorous personality making sure anyone around him was laughing with him. He loved to laugh and make others laugh. He was noble, with a heart of gold. With a deep love for his mother. Never complained one bit when his family and friends asked for a simple favor. Although he didn't have any kids of his own, He was very much present in the lives of his nieces and nephews. Loving them as if they were his own children.

After 50 years on earth, Chuy was called by God to come home on January 2, 2024. Leaving behind his pride and joy, his pups Susy & Lucy.

Chuy will be missed by many, leaving a mark on the hearts of those that he loved most.

Rest in peace Chuyito.

https://www.millerjosey.com/obituaries/Jose-Martinez?obId=30278140#/obituaryInfo

Martinez, Sebastian (1949-2023)

[Family] Father: Felix Martinez, Mother: Florencia M [Cemetery] Guardian Angel Cemetery () 

Sebastian was born January 20, 1949, in El Campo, Texas to Felix Nieto Martinez, Sr. and Florencia M. Martinez, and died March 5, 2023.

He is survived by his brothers, Felix Martinez, Jr. and wife Josie, Mario Martinez and wife Alexandra, Joe Martinez and wife Candelaria, Raymond Martinez and wife Mary, Rick Martinez and wife Dora, Paul Martinez and wife Rose, Rudy Martinez, and wife Belia, and Anthony Martinez and wife Alexandra; sister Carmen Vargas and husband Johnny. Sebastian had numerous nieces and nephews and other loving family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix Nieto Martinez, Sr. and Florencia M. Martinez; brother Paul Martinez, and sister Juanita Martinez.

Pallbearers- Felix Martinez III, Johnny Vargas Jr., Daniel Martinez, Steven Martinez, Michael Martinez, James Martinez, Nick Martinez, and Joshua Martinez

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Martisak, Antonia "Tonnie" (1903-2003)

Nickname: Tonnie [Family] Father: Paul Dujka, Mother: Rosalie Jechemenek, Spouse: John Lawrence Martisak [Cemetery] Krasna Cemetery () , FG 

Bellville Times
Wednesday, June 11, 2003

Funeral services for Antonia "Tonnie" Martisak, 100, of Tavener, Texas were held Wednesday, June 4, 2003, at 2 p.m. from Knesek and Sons Funeral Home in Wallis, Texas with Rev. Henry Beseda officiating. Mark and John Dujka provided organ music and singing.

Interment was at Krasna Cemetery in Wallis, Texas.

Pallbearers for the service were Joe Allen Dujka, I.H. Barta, and her grandsons- John Holly, Franklin Kulhanek, Elden Holly and Jim Kulhanek.

Mrs. Martisak was born on March 29, 1903 in Monaville, Texas. She was the third child of Rosalie (Jechemenek) and Paul Dujka and was reared in the Krasna area. She received her schooling at the San Bernard and Krasna schools through the sixth grade.

On December 26, 1923 Tonnie and John Lawrence Martisak were married in Halletsville, Texas. They settled in the Tavener community where they farmed together for 41 years. After her husband's death on September 16, 1964, Tonnie continued to live quietly in her home enjoying her family and tending her garden. Her grandchildren loved"Grandma's old fashioned flower garden."

Antonia "Tonnie" Martisak attained the age of 100 years, 2 months and 2 days and passed away May 31, 2003 at the Rosenberg Rehabilitation Center in Rosenberg, Texas.

Surviving are her two daughters Lovine Kulhanek of East Bernard and Gladys Holly of Rosenberg, grandchildren Antoinette Rothenberg and husband Damon Paul of Glen Burnie, Maryland , John Holly of San Antonio, Franklin Kulhanek of East Bernard, Elden Holly and wife Teresa of East Bernard and Jim Kulhanek of Wallis, Texas, also two great grandchildren John Paul Rothenberg and Candice Holly, two step-great grandchildren Crystal Schroeder and Tracy Duty, four sisters Frankie Stracik, Mildred Cotharn, Emma Koehler, Joyce Marie Otto and three brothers Jerry, William and Julius P. Dujka.

She was preceded in death by her parents Rosalie and Paul Dujka, husband John Martisak, sisters Olga Schoppe, Julia Barta, Rose Lee Hammack, Anna Belle Pesek, Lessie Curtis and brothers Joe and Adolph Dujka.

Funeral services under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapels, Wallis, Texas.

Posted by Joy Neely

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Herald Coaster, June 2, 2003-

Antonia "Tonnie" Martisak, 100, of Tavner, (mother of Lovine Kulhanek and Gladys Holly) passed away Sunday, June 1, 2003, in Rosenberg.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2003 at Knesek & Sons Funeral Home in Wallis with the Rev. Henry Besada officiating. Interment will follow in Krasna Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2003 at Knesek & Sons Funeral Home.

Arrangements are under the direction of Knesek & Sons Funeral Home, 122 North FM 1093, Wallis, Texas. 979-478-6311.

Masarik, Clifford Timothy (1927-2020)

[Veteran] WW2/Korea, USAAC [Family] Father: Julius John Masarik, Mother: Agnes Mary Pavlicek, Spouse: Waldine Renken [Cemetery] Saint John Lutheran Church Cemetery () , FG 

My journey of life on this earth ended on Dec. 10, 2020. It all began on Jan. 24, 1927 in Frydek Texas, when I was born the first child of Julius and Agnes Masarik.

Life had its ups and downs on our farm, especially during the Great Depression. Life changed for me at the age of 17 when I joined the United States Army Air Corp as a soldier in World War II. I was chosen to be a medic in the 98 Field House in Osaka, Japan, and later earned my wings as a pilot. I served in the 33rd Division which was a life changing experience where I grew into an adult.

After serving there for 16 months, I rejoined civilian life, but was later redeployed for the Korean Conflict. After the conflict ended, I married my dedicated wife of 63 years, Waldine Renken. Shortly after, we began our family of five unique children. I started my 38-year career with Union Carbide in Brown & Root's plant maintenance department and helped build it from the ground up. I was also licensed in water treatment and acid cleaning.

Some other accomplishments in my life include helping build Rice Stadium in Houston, becoming a commercial pilot for the Ford Motor Company, and later a personal pilot, being one of the 63 men who all returned home safely after World War II from my parish (St. Mary's in Frydek), devoting my talents and time to St. Patrick Catholic Church, like installing the electrical wiring there and at St. Joseph in POC, being on many barbecue crews, and being the all-around handy man. I became a television and radio repairman, was a sharpshooter, and started my own bulldozing service.

For enjoyment, I loved listening to old school country and polka music, dancing, playing dominoes, inventing and drawing sketches, hunting, fishing, gardening, eating (especially Blue Bell ice cream), being with family and friends, taking photos, and drinking PIVO. I know people will remember me for the many treasures I collected throughout life, but I was never short on supplies. Please think of me as a simple, faithful and religious man with many faults, who worked hard, prayed daily (often the rosary), and went to church every Sunday.

I am leaving behind my children, Beverly Tapley (Bill), Patricia Spence, Becky Gray (Pete), Cliff Masarik (Anne), and Susan Masarik (Jason White); grandchildren, Holly Strakos (Marty), Farah Janak (Jamey), Skylar Spence, Sean Spence, Allie Masarik, Nick Masarik, Grant Gray, Carolyn Mosenteen (West), and Craig Tapley; great-grandchildren, Sean, Suthern, Kendall, Avery, Haley, and Oliver; nieces, Gwen Morse (Ed) and Gerri Masarik.

I was preceded in death by my parents, wife, and brother, Blaise.

My visitation will be held on Friday, Dec. 18, at Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home in Port Lavaca from 5-7 p.m., with a rosary to follow. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 19, at Our Lady of The Gulf Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Burial will be at the Cat Spring Lutheran Cemetery at 3 p.m. My pallbearers will be Holly Strakos, Farah Janak, Skylar and Sean Spence, Nick Masarik, and Grant Gray. Honorary pallbearers will be Allie Masarik, Ranier Brigham, B.B. Browning, and Cornelius Fanelli.

I owe a special thanks to my many dedicated doctors, New Century Hospice staff of Victoria, my caregivers, Patsy (daughter), Susan (daughter), and Susan Baker (angel). May God bless you all always.

Donations can be made to Seadrift's St. Patrick Catholic Church Building and Maintenance Fund or New Century Hospice.

My words of wisdom to all are- Get involved with your community, respect your elders and country, fight the good fight, and keep God as your co-pilot.

See you when I see you,
Clifford T. Masarik

Masarik, Waldine (Renken) (1934-2014)

Maiden Name: Renken [Family] Father: Walter Renken, Mother: Edith Eckardt, Spouse: Clifford T. Masarik  () 

Bellville Times

Seadrift - Waldine Masarik, 80, of Seadrift passed away Dec. 9, 2014. She was born March 4, 1934 in Cat Spring to the late Walter and Edith Eckardt Renken. She was dedicated to St. Patrick Catholic Church in Seadrift, taught CCD, organized and was the President of the Ladies Club for many years and was a caretaker most of her life.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Clifford T. Masarik; children, Beverly (Bill) Tapley, Patricia Spence, Becky (Pete) Gray, Clifford M. (Anne) Masarik, Susan (Jason) Masarik-White; grandchildren, Holly, Farah, Skylar, Sean, Allie, Nick, Grant and Great-Grandchildren, Suthern, Kendall and Sean.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Werner Renken.

Visitation was held Friday, Dec. 12, 2014 from 5-7 p.m. with a rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. at Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home in Port Lavaca. Funeral Mass was Saturday, Dec. 13, 2014 at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Seadrift with Father Tommy Chen officiating. Burial followed at 2 p.m. at Cat Spring Lutheran Cemetery in Cat Spring,.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Patrick Catholic Church in Seadrift.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.richardsoncolonial.com.

Posted by Bruce White

Matocha, Lee Roy (1932-2003)

[Family] Father: Louis Matocha, Mother: Emilie Zbranek, Spouse: Doris Emily Malota  () 

Bellville Times
July 2003

Funeral services for Lee Roy Matocha, 70, of Fayetteville and longtime host of the Lee Roy Matocha Czech Hour and Radio Polka Shows, was held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 15, 2003 from St. JohnÄ…s Catholic Church in Fayetteville with the Rev. Jack Maddux, Msgr. Ben Mazurkiewicz and the Rev. Walter Matus officiating.

Interment followed in the Fayetteville Catholic Cemetery. A parish and K.J.T. rosary was held at 7 p.m. Monday at St. JohnÄ…s Catholic Church in Fayetteville. Visitation was from 8 a.m. Monday until 5-30 p.m. at the Knesek Chapel in Fayetteville.

Lee Roy was born August 2, 1932 in LaGrange, the son of the late Louis and Emilie (Zbranek) Matocha. He married Doris Emily Malota April 17, 1955 in Fayetteville.

He began his musical career in 1947 playing the accordion with his uncleÄ…s group Å‚The Zbranek Accordion BandË› and in 1952 joined the Å‚Lee Ilse OrchestraË› until 1964 when he formed Å‚The Lee Roy Matocha Orchestra.Ë› He then stopped his work at the Altar Gravel Pit in Eagle Lake to devote his time to leading his orchestra. recording music and hosting his radio polka shows. The Lee Roy Matocha Å‚Czech HourË› was heard on the LaGrange, Brenham, Gonzales, E1 Campo, Kennedy-Karnes City, Cameron and Columbus radio stations for 41 years. He also played accordion for the Fayette Czech Heritage Singers and enjoyed sports especially baseball, dominoes and trains. He was a member of St. JohnÄ…s Catholic Church in Fayetteville, St. Isidore Society, K.J.T. and S.P.J.S.T.

He passed away suddenly at the Fayette Memorial Hospital in LaGrange July 12, 2003 at the age of 70 years, 11 months and 10 days.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Emilie (Zbranek) Matocha; infant grandson, Lee Allan Matocha Jr.; two sisters, Beatrice and husband Oscar Gentry and Lillian Fajkus; infant brother, Frankie Matocha; sister-in-law, Lorene Polasek; and brothers-in-law, Laddy and Rudy Malota.

Survivors include- his wife of 48 years, Doris Matocha; five children, Eileen and husband Jeff Graeter, Lee Allan and wife Becky Matocha, all of Fayetteville, Janice and husband Mike Marek of Cameron, Mark and wife Lisa Matocha of Fayetteville, Lori and husband John Spiess of Industry; 11 grandchildren, Michelle Matocha, John Michael Marek, Bethany Matocha, James Marek, Kaleb Matocha, Noah Matocha, Gabrielle Matocha, Jonathan Spiess, Jordan Spiess, Julie Marek and Grace-anne Matocha; two sisters, Isabell Goebel of Winchester and Lucy and husband Eddie Wisnoski of Manvel; brother, Louis Jr. and wife Dora Matocha of Highlands; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bill Fajkus of Houston, Angeline and husband Bennie

Posted by Joy Neely

Matthaei, Carl Arnold "C. A." (1836-1888)

Nickname: C. A. [Veteran] CWCSA, LT [Cemetery] Matthaei Cemetery () , FG 

Single, from Industry.
Spent Christmas 1862 with Voigt.
Captured at Yazoo City on July 14, 1863.
Received at Camp ___, OH on Aug 3, 1863 with Voigt. 1LT Voigt's Co

Maxwell, Gene Ralph "Pop" (1933-2024)

Nickname: Pop [Family] Father: F.W. Maxwell, Mother: Myrtle May Brandon, Spouse: Annie Hugh, Children: Joey William Maxwell, Art Maxwell, Mart Maxwell [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () 

Gene “Pop” Maxwell was born February 27th, 1933 in Pritchett, Texas to F.W. Maxwell and Myrtle May (Brandon) Maxwell. He went to be with his Heavenly Father on March 4th, 2004 at the age of 91 years and 6 days. At the age of 18 months, he lost his dad and his mom re-married to Bill Strange. Bill was instrumental in influencing the core values and his love to him and his sister JoAnn. Dad graduated from Gladewater High School in Gladewater, Texas. He served his country from 1951 to 1953 in the US Army.

Dad worked for R.G. LeTerneau as a furnace helper. In 1968, he moved his family to Sealy, Texas to become the general manager of Scheindler Brothers Steel. He hit the pinnacle of his career when in 1975 he was offered a job as Project Manager of a new steel mill project and offered to move his family to Indonesia. He decided instead to change careers. He Retired and then he went to work at Leedo Cabinetry as Maintenance Manager for over 30 years not retiring until his mid 80's.

Pop passed on his mechanical and problem-solving skills to his sons, grandkids, and great-grandkids. Pop loved when the kids would call or stop by for his help to solve issues, or to help do the work.

Gene Maxwell and his wife Annie Hugh Maxwell were active members of First Baptist Sealy. His faith and walk with Jesus Christ are what carried him through difficult times and it also sustained him for 91 years. He continued to live at the family residence on Eagle Lake Rd Sealy until his going home to be with Jesus Christ.

Gene is preceded in death by his wife, Annie Hugh Meadows Maxwell. They had celebrated their 50 years of marriage at her passing, and youngest son, Joseph “Joey” William Maxwell. Pop is survived by his sons, Art and his wife Gerri, and Mart, and his wife Mary Ann.

Gene is also survived by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren- Martin, wife Tara and children Aubrey, Eric and Colton; Braydon, wife Danika and children Gunnar and Royce; Megan, husband Bradley and children Tatum, Rostyn and Amberlee; Kip, wife Lauren and children Barrett and Kinley, grandson Colby and granddaughter Kelsie. Brother-in-laws Harold Meadows, Gary Cole, and Jim Martindale and nieces and nephews. Gene Maxwell also leaves behind a host of friends in the Sealy Community. His joy each day was going to Little Triangle for his newspaper, breakfast at Sealy Truck Stop, and to Tony's for supper. His hobbies were caring for his yard and tending to his dog Bubbles.

A Celebration of Life Services will be held on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024, at 2-00 p.m. at the Knesek Brothers Funeral Home in Sealy. Visitation will be Monday, March 11th from 5-00 p.m. - 7-00 pm at Knesek Brothers. A graveside service will follow at Sealy Cemetery where Pop mowed in service for years.

Please make memorial gifts to Scottish Rite for Children's Hospital Attn- Development Department 2222 Welborn Street Dallas TX 75219 or scottishriteforchildren.org for their importance to the family. Please note “In memory of Gene Maxwell.”

https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/jeanett

Maxwell, John Alfred (1928-2010)

[Veteran] Korea, LTJG, US Navy [Family] Father: Edward Mark Maxwell, Mother: Jessie C Fisher, Spouse: Marian Irene Armstrong [Cemetery] San Felipe de Austin Cemetery () , FG 

John Alfred Maxwell, 82, of Meadowlakes, died October 16, 2010. Born March 1, 1928 in Beckley, West Virginia, John was the son of Edward and Jessie Catherine (Fisher) Maxwell.

He graduated from West Virginia University in 1950 with a BS in Geology. He served his country from 1952-1956 in the US Navy. He was a LTJG and was stationed at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. John was also a graduate of South Texas College of Law with a Juris Doctor in 1970. He was an oil and gas attorney and retired from AMACO Production in Houston. John was a founding member of the Hill Country 100 Club and he also served as a municipal judge in Sunrise Beach from 1986-1998 and in Meadowlakes from 1999-2005.

John is survived by his wife, Marian Maxwell of Meadowlakes; daughter, Kathy Wilson and husband, Wesley, of Bertram; and his brother, Robert Edward Maxwell of Salem, Virginia.

Private services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to Hill Country 100 Club or to Cal Farley's Boys Ranch.

Arrangements are under the direction of Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home of Marble Falls. Condolences may be offered at www.clementswilcoxfuneralhome.com

May, Wayne (1952-2003)

[Family] Father: Quindell E. May, Mother: Delphine M. Maresh, Spouse: Terry Eilers  () 

Bellville Times
October 2003

Funeral services for Wayne May of Frelsburg, Texas were held Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 2 p.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church in Frelsburg, Texas with Rev. Bill Mosley and Rev. Gene Fitzwater officiating.

Interment followed in the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Frelsburg, Texas. A Prayer service was held on Monday, October 27, 2003 at 7 p.m. at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas.

Pallbearers were Scotty Mueller, Weldon Mueller, Daniel Gaskamp, Jimmy Eickhoff, William Klingsporn, Wade Eilers, Glenn Wellbrock and Allen Wickel.

Honorary pallbearers were San Bernard Electric employees.

He was born in Brenham, Texas, January 25, 1952 to parents Quindell E. and Delphine M. (Maresh) May. On November 3, 1979 Wayne May was united in marriage with the former Terry Eilers. He had been a resident of Frelsburg, Texas since 1979.

He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Frelsburg, where he was a former member of the Church Council and a member of the Frelsburg Fire Department. He had been employed by San Bernard Electric Coop for 13 years and was a retired staking technician.

Wayne May, 51, passed away October 24, 2003 at River Oaks Health Care Center in Columbus, Texas.

He is survived by his wife Terry May of Frelsburg; daughter Stacy May of Austin; son Cody May of Frelsburg; mother Delphine May of Brenham; grandmother Mary Maresh of Deanville; and sister Janis Mueller of Brenham.

He was preceded in death by his father Quindell E. May.

Funeral services were entrusted to Henneke Funeral Home, Columbus, Texas.

Posted by Joy Neely

Mazac, Joseph Otto "Jody" (1931-2017)

Nickname: Jody [Veteran] TM3, US Navy [Family] Father: Joseph J. Mazac, Mother: Louise Kaspar, Spouse: Betty Jo Vacek [Cemetery] Frydek Catholic Cemetery () , FG 

Funeral Services for Joe O. Mazac, 86, of Sealy, Texas, at 10-00 am Tuesday, February 28, 2017, from St. Mary's Catholic Church, 10471 Grotto Road, Frydek, Texas, with Rev.Thuy Quang Nguyen celebrating the funeral mass and rite of committal. Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery in Frydek.

Pallbearers- Ed Wilder, Butch Baumann, Steven Noack, Franklin Zaruba, Kenny Kutra and Albert Sodolak.

Visitation- Monday, February 27, 2017, at St. Mary's Catholic Church from 5-00 pm until 7-00 pm, with a rosary at 7-00 pm.

Joseph Otto Mazac was born on January 14, 1931 in Rosenberg, Texas to parents Joseph J. Mazac and Louise Kaspar Mazac. He was raised in Frydek and attended St. Mary's Catholic School in Frydek. Joe died on February 25, 2017 in Katy, Texas.

Joe married Miss Betty Jo Vacek in East Bernard on July 15, 1956 and they made their home in Sealy, Texas at the time of his death. He served his country in the U.S. Navy.

Joe was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Frydek, Sealy Lions Club and was a charter member and past officer, member of Sealy American Legion, Knights of Columbus in Frydek, and past director of the Austin County Fair board. He worked for Standard Oil Company in Houston, Taylor Auto Supply in Houston, and was owner and operator of City Air Conditioning and Mazac Muffler Shop and Mazac Golf Carts in Sealy.

Survivors include his wife Betty Jo Mazac in Sealy; sons, Tom Mazac and Brian Mazac; sisters, Mary Mewis of Bellville, Lillie Bohny and husband, Gene, of Houston, and Bennie Sepulvado of Bleiblerville; brother, Leroy Mazac of Houston; grandchildren, Ashley and husband, John Buford, Taylor Mazac; and great-grandchild, Mia Buford.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Louise Mazac; son, Joey Mazac; brothers, Jerry and Willie Mazac; and sister, Mildred Dodd.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church or Charity of choice.

Knesek Funeral Home in Sealy in charge of arrangements. www.knesekfuneralhome.com

Maze, Margaret Ann "Peggy" (Rebello) (1934-2014)

Maiden Name: Rebello, Nickname: Peggy [Family] Father: Gilbert F. Rebello Sr., Mother: Margaret Ann, Spouse: Randy Bowman Maze  () 

Bellville Times

Margaret "Peggy" Ann Maze was born, the daughter of Gilbert F. Rebello Sr. and Margaret Ann Rebello, on Jan. 24, 1934 in Cambridge, Mass.

On the evening of Aug. 4, 2014, the Lord decided to put his arms around her, and take his weary Angel home to rest.

She was surrounded by her loving family and was taken to Heaven at the young age of 80.

One of Peggy's greatest achievements was her children, then her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was blessed to have the love of an amazing, unconditionally devoted, adoring husband, Randy Maze.

She is survived by her husband, Randy Bowman Maze; her three children, Eugene Gilbert Maze, Karen Ann Huffman, and Randi Elizabeth Maze; her five grandchildren, Julie Klepac, Mandy Pasini, Mathew Parmer, Andrea Edson, Shelby Huffman; her two great grandchildren, Aubrey Edson and Kyle Klepac; and her sibling, Gilbert Rebello Jr.

Services were Aug. 8, 2014 at Brookside Memorial Park, 13747 Eastex Frwy. Houston.

Visitation and Service were held from noon-1 p.m. and graveside to follow.

Posted by Bruce White

Mc Collister, Muriel Fay (1927-2011)

[Family] Father: Johnny Amsler, Mother: Lillie Ognoskie, Spouse: Clint Mc Collister  () 

Muriel Fay Mc Collister, 83, a life long resident of Austin County, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 in Sealy, Texas. Born in Bellville, Texas on July 25, 1927 to Johnny and Lillie (Ognoskie) Amsler, she was a graduate of Bellville High School. She was the owner and operator of Mc Collister Restaurant on Hwy 90 in Sealy, and she had a love for raising horses and growing flowers. She is survived by her daughter Laura Hargrave and her husband Larry of Hockley, Texas. Son Randy Zapalac, and his wife Judy of Sealy, Texas. Step-daughter, Bonnie Vasbinder of East Bernard. Sister, Ruth Brogen of Waskom, Texas. Grandchildren; Edward Zapalac, Eric Zapalac and his wife Kelly, and Sam Hayes and his wife Donna and three great grandchildren. Muriel was preceded in death by her parents, husband Clint Mc Collister, and three step-sisters; Georgie Timme, Irene Schroeder, and Gladys Reep.

https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/4318021

McAlister, Betty Jane (Trivitt) (1934-2022)

Maiden Name: Trivitt [Family] Father: Robert Trivitt, Mother: Agnes Hammonds, Spouse: Max McAlister, Sr, Children: Mary Jane Gray; Spencer M.L. McAlister [Cemetery] Oak Knoll Cemetery () 

Betty Jane McAlister, 88, passed away at her home in Bryan, Texas, on Wednesday, December 28, 2022.

Betty was born January 14, 1934, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, to Robert and Agnes (Hammonds) Trivitt. She grew up in Arkansas. Betty and one of her sisters, Ann, moved to Durant, Oklahoma, where she met and later married the love of her life, Max McAlister, Sr, on December 4, 1952. Settling in Texas, making their homes in Redwater, and Bellville, but she spent the last 12 years of her life living with her daughter in Bryan. A homemaker, Betty spent her life supporting Coach Mac, her children, and grandchildren. She treasured every moment she spent with her family. Betty enjoyed reading, making ceramics, painting, sewing, and quilting.

The best mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great grandmother, and aunt any of her family could ask for. She is loved and already missed by her family and so many others. Betty's presence made this world a better place.

She is survived by her daughter- Mary Jane Gray of Bryan; granddaughter- Catrina Hopper and husband, Sam; grandsons- Shane McAlister and Joshua Gray and wife, Skylar; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins; many friends; and her special Pekingese, Chloe, and Shih Tzu, GiGi.

Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband- Max McAlister, Sr.; parents- Robert & Agnes Trivitt; baby McAlister; son- Spencer M.L. McAlister; brothers and sisters- Theodore, Ennis, Willie, Dorothy Ann, Floyd, Leo, Joe Bill, and Junior Trivitt; and numerous nieces, and nephews.

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McCarn, Donnal Hugh "Don" (1932-2013)

Nickname: Don [Veteran] Korea, USAF, 1951-55 [Family] Father: Hugh Douglas McCarn, Mother: Dovie Jewell “Bill” Phillips, Spouse: Betty Jean Patrick; Jane Barnett  () 

Bellville Times

Donnal Hugh McCarn (aka Don), 81, of Tomball, passed away Aug. 14, 2013 at the Heartland Nursing Home, in Houston.

Graveside funeral services will be Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013, at the Pawnee Cemetery, in Pawnee, Bee County, Texas at 11 a.m. Service arrangements are being handled by Eckols Funeral Home in Kenedy, Texas - 830-583-2533.

Don was born on March 20, 1932, to Hugh Douglas and Dovie Jewell "Bill" Phillips McCarn, in Pawnee, Texas. About 1937, the family moved to Port Lavaca, where Don started school. Don met the love of his life in Port Lavaca schools, and soon he and Betty Jean Patrick became an item.

In March 1951, Don joined the US Air Force to do his part in the Korean Conflict. While home on Thanksgiving leave after boot camp, he and Betty were married on Nov. 26, 1951 at the First Methodist Church, in Port Lavaca. After the honeymoon, he was stationed in England, where Betty soon joined him. While there they had their first son, Donald Hugh, Jr.

When Don got out of the USAF in 1955, he worked for Union Carbide for a short period. Going to Texas A&M College was a priority for him. The family spent a few short years in Aggie Land while Don got his degree in Industrial Education, graduating in 1958. During the time in College Station, his and Betty's second son, Dennis John, was born.

Don moved his family to Corona, N.M. to work as a school teacher. Shorty after that, he landed a position with Lufkin Industries in Lufkin. He spent several years in Lufkin, and their daughter, Kerisa Ann, was born. From here he and the family moved to Oklahoma City, Okla., Great Bend, Kan., back to Oklahoma City, and Sheffield Lake, Ohio. The family moved to Conroe after Betty was diagnosed with cancer. Don went to work for the International Division/Houston of Lufkin Industries where he traveled extensively in the Middle East. They moved to Bellville in 1981 and Betty passed away in 1982.

Don married Jane Barnett in Quinlan, Texas. They lived in Bastrop, Bellville and finally Port Lavaca. At the onset of Dementia, Don moved to Marble Falls to be near Kerisa who lived in Austin. From there he moved to the Temple V.A. Nursing Home, then to Tomball.

Don is survived by his sons, Don, Jr. and wife, Beth McCarn of Sealy; Dennis John and wife, Kim McCarn of Anacortes, Washington; daughter, Kerisa Ann and Eddie Storey of Cypress; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; brother, Bobby Ray McCarn of Port Lavaca; sister, Lynda Sue and husband, Walter Breeding of Madisonville, and a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly.

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McCarthy, Michael Francis (1939-2024)

[Veteran] Vietnam, LCMD, US Navy, 1959-74; USS America [Family] Father: Joseph Kenneth McCarthy, Mother: Ethel Swain, Spouse: Lora [Cemetery] Houston National Cemetery () 

Michael Francis McCarthy passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at the age of 84, at his home in Sealy, Texas, surrounded by family and friends. Thirsty Thursdays will never be the same.

Mike was born on October 29, 1939 in Denver, Colorado to Joseph Kenneth and Ethel Swain McCarthy. He was welcomed by his older sister Mary Jo, and brother David. The McCarthy family moved to Houston in 1949 and Mike attended St. Thomas High School and St. Thomas University.

In February 1959, Mike enlisted in the United States Navy and later attended the Navy Air Technical Training Center in Pensacola, Florida where he trained to be a navigator. In April 1968, he was assigned to the USS America. He rose to the rank of Lieutenant Commander and was honorably discharged in June 1974.

One day in 1963, he went to a party (at his mother's insistence) and met the love of his life, Lora. They were married in April 1964. When Mike retired from active duty, they moved back to Texas with their three children and settled in Sealy in 1975.

Mike was very active in the Sealy community, serving in multiple positions at the American Legion, including Commander. He also taught woodworking in 4-H and was a member of the VFW and the Lion's Club, where he helped start the Sealybration in 1976.

He loved to go camping, traveling with Lora to 47 states. He was an avid collector throughout his life, collecting stamps, commemorative spoons, antiques, coins, and M&M guys. His favorite time of the year was the holidays, which he started celebrating in October. He was famous for his extremely large Christmas trees and his green and red Christmas outfit.

He will be missed for his extroverted nature and ability to talk to anyone and make new friends. Mike and Lora's house was a hub of activity and they loved to host parties. It was his wish that Thirsty Thursdays would continue after his death.

He is survived by his brother, David McCarthy, three children, Michelle and husband Mark Zama, Kathleen McCarthy and Pete Simons, and Timothy and wife Mischelle McCarthy; seven grandchildren, Amber and husband Samuel Aguirre, Becky Zama, Jonathan and wife Hillary Zama, Bethany Zama, Skyler McCarthy, Zoe Simons, and Annabelle Simons, five great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife Lora and his sister, Mary Jo Widacki.

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McCoy, William Wallace "Paul - Mac" (1930-2015)

Nickname: Paul - Mac [Veteran] Korea, PFC, US Army [Family] Father: John Millen McCoy, Mother: Elma Blanche Wallace, Spouse: Edy Ona Schrameck [Cemetery] Pilgrims Rest Cemetery #01 () 

Bellville Times

William Wallace “Paul” “Mac” McCoy, 84, of Bellville, passed away Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015, in Bellville.

Paul was born Oct. 5, 1930, in Houston, the son of John Millen and Elma Blanche Wallace McCoy. He grew up and attended school in Houston, graduating from Reagan High School. Paul served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War.

On June 1, 1961, Paul married Edy Ona Schrameck in Houston. They raised their family in Hempstead and New Ulm, and most recently made their home in Bellville. A hard worker and jack of all trades, Paul always kept his tools clean and organized for his “tinkering.” During his working years, he was employed in maintenance with Cameron Iron Works. He retired after 30 years of service and later went to work for J & S Water Wells in Bellville.

A devout Catholic, Paul was the Saint name given. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Frelsburg. Paul enjoyed restoring cars especially old Mustangs, and 1949 and 1954 Ford trucks and his old Mercury. He also enjoyed refinishing antique furniture. Paul was an enthusiastic reader of Texas history. He enjoyed taking his family on road trips to the lake to camp and to the Guadalupe River. His favorite trips were to Big Bend and San Antonio. He enjoyed watching the deer and walking the trails on his property. Paul was a big talker and enjoyed cutting up with everyone. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Paul treasured the time he was able to spend with his many friends and his family.

He is survived by his wife of over 53 years Edith “Edy” McCoy of Bellville; daughters Lyn McCoy and Lori Lynn; sons Robert William and Donald Joe, Steven McCoy and Douglas McCoy; grandchildren Donovan, Chrystal, Ashley, Madeline, Stefanie, Lauren, Tommye, Taylar, Tanner, Hayden, McKenzie, Ariel, Brooke, Donald, Jr., Steven, Jr., Samantha, Devon, Jessica, and Shayann; great grandchildren Emma, Ethan, Mason, Rylan, Willow, Parker, Renee, Ashley, Donovan, Jr., Michael, Meghan, Meredith, Mallory, Matthew, Colton, Rylee, Raymond and Skylar; sister Anna Lou Lewis.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Willie Jake, son Tommy McCoy, grandson Mitchell Paul Northrup, granddaughter Robynn Elizabeth Cox and brother, John Millen McCoy.

Visitation was held from 11-30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2015, at the Christian Faith Church. Funeral Service followed at 1 p.m., with Pastor Lynn Burling officiating. Interment was held in the pilgrims Rest Cemetery. Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the William McCoy Memorial Fund c/o Austin County State Bank, P.O. Box 1466, Bellville, Texas 77418. Pallbearers were- Hayden Northrup, David Northrup, Tanner McCoy, Steven Wayne McCoy, Jr., Devon McCoy, David Deason, Bobby Lynn, Brian Gerdes, and Mason Marek.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home, P.O. Box 610, 12029 Hwy. 36 S., Bellville, Texas 77418. (979)865-2424 -www.schmidtfunerals.com

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McDonald, Bordman Compton "Mac" (1878-1917)

Nickname: Mac [Family] Spouse: 1st h/o Mary Vick Portis [Cemetery] Sealy Cemetery () [COD] Pneumonia 

Austin County Obits
Death of B. C. McDonald
1917, The Sealy News

The death of occurred at him home in this city Tuesday, November 6, at 12-30 p.m. Funeral was held Wednesday, the 7th, under the auspices of Palmetto Camp W.O.W., at which deceased was a very active and honored member. The remains were interred in the Sealy Cemetery and services were conducted by Rev. H. A. Matney.

Mr. McDonald, known to most everyone as just plain Mac was of a jovial disposition, always smiling and never out of humor. His friends were numbered by his acquaintances and to these his death came somewhat as a shock for only a few days ago his face was familiar on the streets and at his place of business. He became ill last Friday and though he made a valiant fight for life, pneumonia came out victorious and when the end came his wife and a number of other relatives and friends were with him.

Deceased was born in Monroe, La., September 6, 1878.

He was married October 24, 1906, living first at Stamps, Ark., later in Houston and Longview, Texas, Coming to Sealy in 1910, where he spent the balance of his days.

He was a member of Palmetto Camp., W. O. W., Knights of the Maccabes of Houston, Tribe of Ben Hur, Longview, Brotherhood of American Yoeman, Sealy and F.O.E. No. 394, Monroe, La.

He leaves besides his widow, one son by a former wife, the boy is now with the army in France; he also has a sister, Mrs. J. T. Cooper of Monroe; two half brothers, B. N. McDonald of Monroe and J. H. McDonald of Alexandria, La. Father of Deceased died at Alexandria on October 6, just one month ago.

Cemetery listing shows- Born September 6, 1879 Died- November 6, 1917

Submitted by- Judy Hess Oakes

McDonald, David Allen (1951-2015)

[Family] Father: Willie McDonald, Mother: Juanita “Sweet” Cay on, Spouse: Littie Reen McKinney  () 

David Allen McDonald was born to the late great, Mr. Willie McDonald and Ms. Juanita “Sweet” Cay on August 13, 1951 in Austin County. David grew up in the Sealy community where he attended Sealy High School. David excelled in academics with a great love of education and teaching like no other. He completed a tour in the military and upon his return became the first McDonald to receive a college degree from Prairie View University. David went on to receive his barber's license and later became an educator at Royal High School.

David met and married the late Littie Reen McKinney whom he loved and adored. David and Reen were true soulmates who resided in Sealy, Texas and enjoyed spending time together. The Lord blessed this union with one son, Geoffrey Allen McDonald.

David knows the Lord without a doubt working as an active usher at Bethel Baptist church in Sealy, Texas until his journey ended. Cracka was not afraid to voice his opinions and inserted himself where he saw a need. He was humble enough to clean up or fix any appliance at the church and provided motivation and coaching to family, young adults, and kids in the community to vote and remain grounded in your relationship with God.

David's life will be forever cherished and remembered by his only son, Geoffrey Allen McDonald, of Sealy, Texas; his two grandchildren Tayden Ybarra, of Katy, Texas and Natalie McDonald of Houston, Texas; brothers Ronnie McDonald (Keisha) of Houston, Texas and Willie Ray McDonald of Sealy, Texas; Sisters Joyce McDonald of Wallis Texas, Carol McDonald and Regina McDonald both of Sealy, Texas, and Diane McDonald of Katy, Texas; uncle Edorise McDonald of Denver, Colorado; aunt Yvonne Zellis-Cooper of Sealy, Texas; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.

In addition to David's parents and grandparents, he is preceded in death by his siblings Floyd McDonald, Edgar Ames and Sharon Norris-McDonald.

McDonald, Samantha Athena (1975-2014)

[Cemetery] Jeff Cemetery () 

Bellville Times

Samantha Athena McDonald of Houston was born Jan. 31, 1975 and passed away June 2, 2014 at the age of 39 years, four months and two days.

Service was Friday, June 6, 2014 at 1 p.m. at Back to God Revival Holiness Church, 965 W. Austin St. in Bellville.

Visitation was Thursday, June 5, 2014 from 4-8 p.m. at Miller-Josey Mortuary Chapel, 428 West Meyer St. in Bellville.

Interment was in Jefferson Cemetery in Bellville.

Miller-Josey Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.

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