Funeral services for Edna Ruth Barker, 85, of Ft. Worth will be 2:00pm Monday, October 8 at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Eaves officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be October 8 at 1:00 pm at the funeral home.

Mrs. Barker passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2012 in Fort Worth, Texas.

Edna was born November 14, 1926 to John & Myrtle Samek in Gainesville. She married Richard D. Barker June 20, 1948 and they had two sons together. She was a nurse at Cook Children’s Hospital in Fort Worth for 37 & 1/2 years, retiring in 1998.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Richard; son Randall Ray Barker; and stillborn granddaughter Jessica Barker.

She is survived by her son Richard D. Barker, Jr. & wife Colleen; granddaughter Melyssa Puente & husband John; grandson Tristan Barker; and three great-grandchildren: Ilandrin, Matthew, & Lilyanna Puente. She is also survived by sister Theresa Stevens; three brothers: John Samek & wife Barbara, Charles Samek & wife Donna, and Joe Samek & wife Wanda; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

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Funeral Services for Edward "Happy" Skrabanek, Jr., 65, of Caldwell, are set for 2p.m., Sunday, May 20, 2012, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Caldwell, with Msgr. Benedict Zientek officiating. Interment will follow at New Tabor Cemetery in Caldwell. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Saturday, May 19, at Strickland Funeral Home in Caldwell.

Mr. Skrabanek passed away May 17, 2012 at College Station Medical Center. Happy was born September 24, 1946 to Edward L. Skrabanek, Sr. and Milady Vychopen Skrabanek in the New Tabor Community near Caldwell, Texas. He was a graduate of Sam Houston State University and he married Suzanne Garbs, on December 30, 1967, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Caldwell, Texas.

Happy was a devoted member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Caldwell. He spent 10 years selling cars and 30 years as a teacher and coach at Caldwell ISD from which he retired in 2011. He was a member of the Deanville Gun Club, a charter member of the Caldwell Jaycee's, past president of the Lions Club and an avid Longhorn fan. He was an avid hunter and fisherman with a lifelong dedication to the youth of Caldwell. His biggest contributions were as a Father and Grandfather.

Happy is survived by his wife, Suzanne Skrabane,k of Caldwell, daughter and son-in-law, Roxanne and Marty Bryan, of Dallas; brother and sister-in- law, Paul Martin and Debbie Skrabanek, of Caldwell; sister and brother-in-law, Patsy and James Muzny, of Caldwell, grandchildren, McKaley Bryan, Madison Bryan, Brooks Bryan, Colton Trahan, Caitlyn Trahan; nieces and nephews, Gary Hein, Jr., Brian Garbs, Kirsten Garbs, Kelsey Garbs, T.J. Garbs, Anthony Garbs, Stephen Skrabanek, Tiffany Skrabanek Parkin, Ashley Muzny.

He is preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Rhonda Skrabanek Trahan.

The family requests memorials be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation .

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Strickland Funeral Home of Caldwell.

Please visit our website at www.stricklandfuneralhomes. com for additional information and to sign the online register.

EDWIN FRANK STRAKOS

PORT LAVACA - Edwin Frank Strakos, 90, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2011. He was born April 5, 1921 in DeWitt County (Yorktown) to the late Frank and Mary Mareth Strakos. Ed retired as co-owner of Mowen's Jewelry after 40 years as a jeweler and watch maker. He was a member of Salem Lutheran church. He was a staff sergeant in the U.S. Army Air Corps and served in the South Pacific during World War II. He repaired and adjusted bomb sights, clocks, navigation equipment, etc. on the planes used in the war. He was a member of VFW Post 4403 where he had served as post commander and District 24 commander. As commander, he helped name the Audie Murphy Veterans Hospital in San Antonio. He was an ace gardener and avid hunter and fisherman. He could also build or fix anything.

He will be missed by his sons, Marvin (Lydia), Eddie Wayne (Leah), and Craig (Linda); grandchildren, Elaine (Tim) Gasch, Marty (Holly) Strakos, Kasi (Brandon) Critendon, Ryan Strakos Adrianna Strakos, Eric Strakos, Tim (Traci) Strakos, Katie (Arnold) Rangel, and Sandra Mullins; and his 15 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Dolores Schoenherr Strakos; parents; sisters, Annie Siefert, Mary Merks, Emma Grossekapp, Amelia Steindorf, and Tracy Audilet; and brothers, Joe, Herman, and Oscar Strakos.

Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m., Thursday, May 19, 2011 at Grace Funeral Chapel in Port Lavaca. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, May 20, 2011 at Salem Lutheran Church in Port Lavaca, with the Rev. Jerry Wirtley officiating. Burial with full military honors under the auspices of the Calhoun County Combined Honor Guard will be at Six Mile Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Eric, Tim, Marty, and Ryan Strakos, Arnold Rangle, Brandon Critendon, and Tim Gasch. Honorary pallbearers are Elaine Gasch, Kasi Critendon, Katie Rangel, Adrianna Strakos, and Sandy Mullins. Memorials in Edwin's name may be directed to Salem Lutheran Church or V.F.W. Scholarship Fund, c/o Jack Mageluzzo, 1003 N. Benavides, Port Lavaca, TX 77979. Grace Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.

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EDWIN SHIMEK

YOAKUM - Edwin Shimek, age 86, passed away on Monday, April 16, 2012. He was born on July 17, 1925 in Sweet Home to Julius and Christina Miksik Shimek. He was a feed store employee and a rancher.

Survivors: daughter, Dorothy "Dottie" Mylius and husband Paul of Yoakum; grandchildren, Kasey Victoria Mylius, Jacob Paul Mylius and Lukas James Mylius.

Preceded in death by his brothers, Bennie Shimek, Eugene Shimek and Leo Shimek.

Family visitation on Wednesday from 6 p.m. till 8 p.m. at the funeral home.  Funeral service on Thursday at 10 a.m. at Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Seale officiating. Burial at Alexander Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Shane Holster, Robert Stehle, Silvano Alonzo, Ernest Leist, Harvey Johnson and John Ross.  Honorary Pallbearers: David Shimek, Danny Shimek, John Pleas Holster and Macedonia (Jr.) Maciel.
Memorial contributions may be given to Alexander Cemetery.

On-line guest book may be signed at www.thielecooper.com
Arrangements by Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home 361-293-5656.

Edwin T. Sladek

(November 24, 1941 - June 21, 2012)

Edwin T. Sladek, 70, of Taylor, passed away Thursday, June 21, 2012.

Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 P.M., Monday, June 25, 2012 at Providence Funeral Home.

Graveside Services will be 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at Taylor City Cemetery.

Providence Funeral Home

Egnatius 'Jerry' Jerrell Slavinsky Egnatius 'Jerry' Jerrell Slavinsky, 83, passed away September 19, 2012.

A native Houstonian and a 1947 graduate of Reagan High School, Jerry worked for the Reed Roller Bit Company (later Baker Oil Tools) for 40 years until his retirement in 1998. He retired to Hilltop Caves, Texas until his return to the Houston area.

Jerry is preceded in death by his wife Bonnie Louise Slavinsky and Blanche Goergen Slavinsky.

He is survived by his wife, Elly Slavinsky, children; John Slavinsky and wife, Theresa; Fran Perry and husband, Robert, Dawn Burt and husband, Barry and Suzanne Slavinsky, Elly's children; Erick, Gary and Bryan, grandchildren; Sarah, John Paul, Courtney, Allison, Lisa, Shannon and Sean, great-grandchildren; Aiden, Ryan, Brady, Hope, Emma, Annie, Tyler, Jack, Sage, Kyle, Erynne and Clara.

A funeral service will be Friday, September 21, 2012 at 9:00 am in The Family Chapel of Forest Park Lawndale. Interment will immediately follow in Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.

Published in Houston Chronicle on September 21, 2012

Eileen Kaiser Howard passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, June 20, 2010 in Austin, Texas. Eileen had made her home at Parmer Woods for the past four and a half years, where the staff loved her and gave her a wonderful place to live for the last years of her life.

Eileen was born March 25, 1929, at the family home in Rice's Crossing near the banks of Brushy Creek. She was the fifth of six children born to Bridget and George Stiba, Sr. Eileen had treasured memories and colorful stories to tell about growing up in the country with her brother, sisters and cousins.

Eileen graduated from Taylor High School in 1946 and married Gaylon Kaiser in October of that year. By 1947, Gaylon and Eileen owned and operated K&E Grocery and Market on Ferguson Street and had their first child, Gail. Their son, Greg, was born in 1950. Eileen and Gaylon worked long hours establishing the business and the young family lived in an apartment above the store, until 1957 when they moved to a home on Kimbro Street in Taylor. The following year their third child, Ginger, was born.

After Ginger's birth, Eileen continued an active role in the business, but no longer worked daily. That changed, however, in October of 1961 when duty called both Gaylon and Eileen. Gaylon, a captain in the Army National Guard activated with the 49th Armored Division during the Berlin Crisis, spent a year at Fort Polk in Louisiana. Eileen's call to duty was full time responsibility for running the grocery store, as well as rearing their three children.

Upon Gaylon's return from Louisiana, life w ent back to normal for a number of years. During that time Eileen especially looked forward to renting a beach house on the Texas coast each summer with special friends and family. Eileen loved playing games, cards and dominoes, and especially looked forward to Study Club and Dance Club activities. By the time Eileen and Gaylon celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in 1971, it was clear that Gaylon was not well. Eileen, once again, took on full responsibility for running K&E until about a year after Gaylon succumbed to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in August, 1974. The family were members of the First Methodist Church, just up the street from their home, and the staff and members loved and supported her during Gaylon's illness.

In 1984, Eileen and her daughter, Ginger, became partners in a new venture. They purchased the Miller home on Seventh Street and opened a day care center, Grandma's House, at that location. Eileen worked with Ginger in the business for a few years and then decided to pursue her dream of doing something on her own. She became a House Mother for Delta Delta Delta Sorority at UT, Austin, where she worked until 1992. Eileen loved people, socializing and entertaining, so she enjoyed every moment with the Tri Delta girls.

In December of 1995 Eileen met Pat Howard, a retired Air Force colonel, on a blind date. They had much in common, and married shortly thereafter. For a number of years they enjoyed each other's company and traveled throughout the United States, as well as to the Caribbean and Canada. When Pat and Eileen were both diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, they were able to live together at Parmer Woods, until shortly before Pat passed away in August, 2007.

Eileen was preceded in death by her parents, as well as by her sisters, Eleanor and Anne Stiba in August, 1940, and Marjorie Weber in November, 2004. She is survived by her sister, Helen Polzin, of Coupland; her brother, George Stiba, of Houston; as well as her children, son, Greg Kaiser of Georgetown; daughters and sons- in- law, Ginger and Rex Schneider of Taylor; Gail and Ron Pierce of Citrus Heights, California; and grandchildren, Autumn and Spencer Schneider of Taylor; Nicole and Bryan Hill of San Diego, California.

A joyful celebration of Eileen's life will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at Condra Funeral Home with burial to follow at Taylor City Cemetery. Visitation will also be at Condra Funeral Home on Wednesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00.

Arrangements under the direction of Condra Funeral Home, Taylor, TX.

Condra Funeral Home

Eleanor G. Sladecek, age 92 of Temple, died Saturday, September 29, 2012 in a local nursing center. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 4, at St. Luke Catholic Church with Rev. James Ekeocha as celebrant. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Granger. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 PM Wednesday at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home with a rosary being recited at 7:00 PM.

Mrs. Sladecek was born on September 11, 1920 in Palm Colony, Dimmitt County to Walter P. and Vlasta (Marek) Petrosky. She married Emil W. Sladecek on May 22, 1955. He preceded her in death on March 7, 2007. She had been a resident of Temple since 1972. She was a homemaker and member of St. Luke Catholic Church.

Survivors include her son, George P. Sladecek and wife, Susie of Spring and four grandchildren, Elizabeth Sladecek of Oslo, Norway, Jill Morrow and husband, Justin, David Sladecek all of Houston and Scott Sladecek of College Station. Also surviving are two brothers, Simon Petrosky of Eddy and Leonard Petrosky of St. Peters, Missouri and one sister, Dorothy Mulvey of Double Oak.

Scanio-Harper Funeral Home

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in San Antonio for Mrs. Eleanora Schimcek, 54, of that city, who died at 3:30 a.m. Sunday.

Her husband, Norwin Schimcek, died in 1953.

Mrs. Schimcek leaves one daughter, two sons, three grandchildren, her mother, and two brothers.

Among those attending the funeral were Mrs. Minnie Ulrich, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wanjura, Weimar; Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Thumann and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Thumann and son, Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Thumann, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Dittrich and daughter and Mr. and Mrs. David Smith and family, all of Houston.

Weimar Mercury, October 21, 1971

Submitted by Rosemary Ermis

Elenora Agnes Svacina, 91, of Penelope, passed away Monday, Aug. 13, 2012, in West. A rosary will be recited 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Aderhold Funeral Home in West by Janice Kaluza, followed by visitation until 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Friday at Church of the Nativity, BVM in Penelope, with the Rev. Walter Matus and the Rev. Ouseph Thekkumthala as celebrants. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery near Penelope.

Mrs. Svacina was born Sept. 25, 1920, in Penelope, the daughter of Charles and Sophie (Matus) Kallus. She attended Griffin Country School and Brigham School near Penelope and Cottonwood. On June 25, 1945, she was united in marriage to Albin Svacina in Penelope. He preceded her in death on June 6, 1990.

Elenora was a housewife and homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening, especially chopping weeds, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of the Church of the Nativity, BVM in Penelope, KJZT in Penelope, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, and CDA Court #829.

Elenora was also preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Harry Kallus; and a granddaughter, Brandie Svacina.

Survivors include four sons, Patrick Svacina and wife, Susan, of Arlington, James Svacina and wife, Penny, of Elm Mott, Malcolm Svacina and wife, Paula, of Penelope, and Bernie Svacina of Birome; a daughter, Rita Wright and husband, Steve, of Penelope; two brothers, Gilbert Kallus and wife, Lena, and Pat Kallus and wife, Wilma, all of Waco; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Church of the Nativity, BVM or the Penelope Volunteer Fire Dept.

Memorial guest book can be found at www.aderholdfuneralhome.com.

September 25, 1920 - August 13, 2012

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Published in Waco Tribune-Herald on August 15, 2012

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Alton Albert Fisbeck passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at the age 88. He was born November 27, 1923 to Fritz and Mary Kaiser Fisbeck in Moulton, Texas. He was the youngest of 10 children and grew up farming and ranching in the Peach Creek area. Alton married Lillian Mae Faltisek May 6, 1947 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Moulton. Five children were born to this loving union. The couple was married 55 years and lived east of Moulton on the Bauersville School site. Alton retired from Fisbeck Auto Supply in 1997 after 49 ½ years of employment. He liked playing dominoes, spending time with his family and especially enjoyed working in his garden. Alton was a kind, generous, simple man who loved his family unconditionally. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Moulton and remained a faithful member. Alton's last years were spent in the Oak Manor Nursing Center in Flatonia.

Alton was preceded in death by his loving wife Lillian, his parents, his siblings; 4 sisters-Ellen Hull, Alma Halliburton, Mary Ann Schniel, Minnie Miller and 5 brothers-Hugo, Otto, Gus, Victor, a baby that died at birth. He was also preceded in death by a great granddaughter, Cadince Cantwell of Weimar and a great grandson, Jack Hooper of Schulenburg.

Alton is survived by his children; Darcy and wife Sandra of Missouri City, Lucreta Fike and husband David of Flatonia, Baylen and wife Jeanette of Weimar, Sheldon and wife Rochelle of Houston, Pamela Carpenter of LaGrange; nine grandchildren, A.J. Fike and wife Staci of Flatonia, DeeAnn Fike Hooper and husband Chris of Schulenburg, Lanna Fisbeck Cantwell and husband Ryan, Shawn Fisbeck and wife Lindsey of Weimer, Brandon Fisbeck and wife Lauren of Katy, Brent Fisbeck of Aurora, Colorado, Jessica Fisbeck Krejci and husband Stephen of Buda, Jenna Fisbeck of Round Rock, Madison Carpenter of LaGrange; two step-grandsons, Jesse Carson and wife Candy of Henderson, Tommy Whitcomb of Houston; ten great grandchildren, Chandler Fike, Jaycee Fike, Ellie Fike and Braidy Fike of Flatonia, William Fike Hooper of Schulenburg, Hannah Fisbeck, Troy Cantwell and Faith Cantwell of Weimar, Jackson Fisbeck and Colton Fisbeck of Katy. He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Kate Fisbeck Higgins of Moulton.

The family expresses their sincere thanks and appreciation to the Flatonia Oak Manor Nursing Center and Hospice of South Texas for keeping Alton comfortable with their tender loving care.

Visitation will start at 10:00 am Friday, November 23, 2012 at Smith Funeral Home in Moulton. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm Saturday, November 24, 2012 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Moulton with Rev. Herbert Beyer officiating. Burial will follow in the Moulton City Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Darci Fisbeck, Baylen Fisbeck, Sheldon Fisbeck, Pam Carpenter, David Fike, Cordell Hull, and Francis Fisbeck.

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

Smith Funeral Home, 404 West Bobkat Drive, Moulton, Texas 77975

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Ann Mikeska Jozwiak, age 93 of Temple, died Sunday, December 2, 2012 in Temple. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Thursday, December 6, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Rev. Ranjan Cletus as celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Taylor. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 PM Wednesday with a 7:00 PM Rosary at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home.

Mrs. Jozwiak was born on January 13, 1919 in Taylor to John and Frances (Valis) Mikeska. She was the fourth of nine children born to a simple Czech family during the Great Depression. Her father was a farmer and butcher, which ensured the family never went hungry. She always enjoyed children and was instrumental in helping with the younger children. She married Steve Jozwiak on June 7, 1938 and they were married for more than 50 years before his death May 31, 1996. They adopted a daughter, Cynthia, (preceded in death in August, 1991) and reared their youngest grandson, John. She enjoyed spending time with her four grandsons and five great-grandchildren. She owned and operated The Diamond Inn, a restaurant in Taylor for many years. She was known for her famous handcrafted hamburgers and homemade family recipe kolaches. She was an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Temple. At her home in Temple, Mrs. Jozwiak could be found enjoying Catholic programs on ETWN, feeding birds in her backyard, and watering numerous flowers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her daughter, three brothers, Mike Mikeska, Luis Mikeska and Maurice Mikeska and two sisters, Martha Vanecek and Rudy Mikeska.

Survivors include four grandsons, Steven Schaefer and Mandy of College Station, Jared Schaefer and wife, Rebecca of North Zulch, Matt Schaefer and wife, Ali of Navasota and John Massey of College Station, five great-grandchildren, Rose, Michael, Jonathan, Emilee and Isaac, two brothers, Clem Mikeska of Temple and Jerry Mikeska of Columbus and one sister, Val Lindemann of Temple.

Scanio-Harper Funeral Home

Carol Joanne Kacala passed away on November 26, 2012.

Carol was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 7, 1942.

She was the wife of the late Michal Kacala, loving mother of Kristen Gray and husband Bert, Kathryn Buntyn and husband Michael; grandchildren, Anthony Kacala, Autumn Buntyn, Collin Gray, Sydney Buntyn, Mikalah Gray, sister of Jerry Vesely of Florida and Nancy Hess of Massachusetts. Carol leaves several nieces, great nieces, cousins and many loving friends.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at 11 AM in the chapel of Cypress-Fairbanks Funeral Home, 9926 Jones Road, Houston, Texas 77065.

Cypress Fairbanks

Charlie J. Pavlas, age 79, of Abbott, passed away Wednesday November 28, 2012 at Providence Health Center.

A rosary will be recited and Mass of Christian Burial celebrated 10:00 a.m. Saturday at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Abbott, with Rev. Ouseph Thekkumthala as celebrant, assisted by Deacon Denver Crawley. Burial will follow at Fatima Cemetery near Abbott. The family will receive visitors from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday at Aderhold Funeral Home in West.

Charlie was born December 23, 1932 in Hill County, the son of Victor Sr. and Lillie (Snapka) Pavlas. He graduated from Abbott High School and enlisted in the United States Army, where he served his country for two years. On November 24, 1956 he was united in marriage to Lillie (Lil) Svrcek in West. Charlie worked for General Tire and Rubber Company for 31 years before retiring in 1987. He was also a farmer and rancher his entire life. Charlie served on the board of the Menlow Water Supply and was instrumental in the purchasing and building of the Menlow #2 Water Well. He was a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Abbott, where he and Lil volunteered at many church meals and cooked for many funerals. Charlie was a member of K.J.T. Society #107 and Honorary Lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus in Abbott. He enjoyed fishing, watching his grandchildren play ball, spending summers with them, and taking them swimming to Teta Maes. He also enjoyed butchering and making sausage with family and friends and listening to Czech music.

Charlie is preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter; a son, Larry Pavlas; and a grandson, Nicholas Pavlas.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 56 years, Lil Pavlas of Abbott; three sons, Dennis Pavlas and wife Michele of West, Michael Pavlas and wife Stephanie of Penelope, and Louis and wife Sherry of Gholson; brother, Victor Pavlas and wife Mary Ann; sister, Willie Mae Polansky and husband Sam; grandchildren, Lillie Pavlas, Breanna Pavlas, Brent Pavlas, Sophie Pavlas, Cassie Pavlas, and Travis Pavlas; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers are Michael Kraemer, George Kaska, Jr., Chad kaska, Justin Kaska, Richard Polansky, Michael Kasberg, Emil Pustejovsky Jr., and Chris Ivy. Honorary pallbearers are Breanna Pavlas, Brent Pavlas, Sophie Pavlas, Cassie Pavlas, Travis Pavlas, Amanda Kraemer, Heather Kraemer, and Cody Kraemer.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.

Aderhold Funeral Home

Christopher S. Bednorz

Christopher S. Bednorz, 42, of Karnes City, passed away Nov. 26, 2012 in San Antonio.

Mr. Bednorz was born on Nov. 11, 1970 in Karnes City to Ambrose, Jr. and Patricia Bordovsky Bednorz. Chris was a 1989 graduate of Karnes City High School and worked as a supervisor at a plastic manufacturing plant. Chris and Stephanie Ann Howard were married on June 25, 1994.

Survivors include his mother Patricia Bednorz of Karnes City; wife Stephanie Bednorz of Karnes City; children Keyon Ambrose Bednorz and Kade Patrick Bednorz of Karnes City; sister Hilary Bednorz of Karnes City; brother Brian Bednorz of Victoria; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his father.

Visitation began at 5 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 29 at Rhodes Funeral Home Chapel in Karnes City with a rosary recited at 7 p.m. that evening.   A funeral Mass was celebrated at 10 a.m., Friday, Nov. 30 at St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Karnes City.   Interment followed in the Karnes City Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Greg Howard, Fanklin Kopecky, Chris Vajdos, Dallas Pooser, Mark Mika, and Richard Laubach.

Funeral services were entrusted to Rhodes Funeral Home, Inc., where the on-line guest book may be signed at rhodesfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Dale A. Mozisek, 61, of Seguin, Texas, passed away on August 17, 2012 peacefully in his sleep.

Dale was born in San Antonio, Texas on October 23, 1950. He graduated from Edison High School in 1969.  Dale was married to Nancy Jo Mozisek on August 2, 1997; they were married 15 years.

Dale worked at Redondo for more than 30 years. He enjoyed spending time with his friends, more commonly referred to as his extended family.

Dale is survived by his wife Nancy Jo, his 6 children, Leslye Mozisek, Jason Mozisek and his Wife Carrie, Michael Mozisek, Janette Sims, Nanette Winstanly and her Husband Mike, Leeann Thuma; his 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; his brothers Michael Mozisek and Jamie Mozisek; 5 Nephews and 3 Nieces and the rest of his family and friends.

Dale is preceded in death by his parents, James Anthony Mozisek and Isabelle Ann Mozisek; as well as a daughter, Leslie Jo Wilson.

A memorial service will be held in his honor at 2:00 PM on August, 25, 2012 at Bait-N-Brew Bar in McQueeney.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the Guadalupe County Humane Society, 2484 Texas 46, Seguin, TX 78155. The family of Dale Mozisek wishes to thank all of their friends and loyal customers for their continued love and support.

Lux Funeral Home

Daylan Rey Pospisil

February 10, 1976 - November 24, 2012

Daylan Rey Pospisil was born February 10, 1976, to Leland and Betty Pospisil in San Antonio, Texas. He passed from this world on November 24, 2012, after a brief illness.

Daylan was 1994 graduate of Judson High School where he excelled in athletics. He was the San Antonio City Record holder in the Pole Vault for several years.

Daylan is survived by his parents, Leland and Betty Pospisil of San Antonio, his sister, Paula Jo Garcia (Paul) of San Antonio and his daughters, Breanna Rae Pospisil of Del Valle, Texas and Mikaela Nicole Pospisil of San Antonio. Daylan is also survived by his sweetheart Lisa McLaughlin of San Antonio.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel.

Sunset Funeral Home

Delores Gimesky entered into rest December 1, 2012 in San Antonio, TX. She was born September 5, 1930 in Turtle Creek, PA to the late Violet Cesarac and Michael Zivkovich. She was a loving mother, wife, Grandmother, and Great Grandma. She was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church. "Dottie" was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her brother, Samual Zivkovich of Universal City, Tx, sister Norma Lame of Monroeville, PA, her son, Joseph Gimesky and wife Julie, daughter Michele Allen and husband David; grandchildren, Kimberly Gutierrez and husband Sid, Stephen Gimesky and Kevin Allen, Great Grandchildren, Trey and Noelle Gutierrez and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be at Sunset Funeral Home, 1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, Tx, 78218 on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 from 6:00pm-9pm with a Rosary at 7:00pm. Scripture Services will be held at 9:00 A.M. Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at Sunset Funeral Home with committal services to follow at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to St. Thomas More Catholic School or to Presentation Sisters. To celebrate the life of Dottie Gimesky please visit our website at http://www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com/ for more information.

Published in San Antonio Express-News on December 2, 2012

ELDON EDGE SR.

PORTLAND - Retired school superintendent and former State Representative Eldon Edge Sr. passed away on Thursday November 29, 2012.

Eldon was born on his family ranch in Kendalia, Texas on March 15, 1926. He spent his childhood days running up and down the Pedernales River and going to a one- house school in Spicewood, Texas. After graduating from High School he entered the United States Marine Corp during WWII. Afterwards, he used the G.I. Bill and graduated from Texas State Teachers College with a chemistry degree. His first teaching job was in Hallettsville, Texas where he met his future wife, Shirley Jansky. Eldon taught for several years and during this period he obtained his Masters in School Administration. He subsequently served as a school Superintendent for several schools including Wortham ISD, Riesel ISD, Comfort ISD and Poth ISD. He was always very active in all community affairs, but his favorite always seemed to be the Lions Club. After retiring he continued to serve the State of Texas as a State Representative for District 45 (1985-1990).

His death was preceded by his wife, Shirley, his mother and father, Minnie and Clyde, and his brothers, Ted and Lyle.

He is survived by his four sons, Eldon (Susan), Darrell (Virginia), Dana, and Duwayne (Delma) and his grandchildren Ingrid (Jason Petty), Rachel (Jon Kiker), Trista, and James as well as his great granddaughters Valentine, Veronica, Margaret, Carmen and Claudia.

Eldon loved people and was a true servant to the people. He touched so many peoples' lives. He will be missed. The angels of heaven have a new member.

A Funeral Service will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 4, 2012 in the main chapel at Kerrville Funeral Home with interment service held immediately following at Edge Cemetery in Kendalia, TX.

Memorials may be made to Texas Lions Camp P.O. Box 290247 Kerrville, TX 78029.

The family invites you to leave a message or memory at www.kerrvillefuneralhometx.com Select obituaries, select "sign guestbook" at the top right of the individual memorial.

Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of the professionals at Kerrville Funeral Home. (830) 895-5111.

Victoria Advocate

Florian Edward Hunger, 93, passed away November 23, 2012 in Round Rock. He was born February 12, 1919 in LaGrange, Texas.

On November 23rd @ 10:10 AM a hero died. Born into the Hunger/Rainosek family in the O'Quinn farming community and growing into young adulthood during the Great Depression, Dad worked on his Father's farm through his early 20s. He always spoke fondly of the closeness among his extended family and the numerous gatherings, events, and celebrations that were a part of this time in his life. He loved farming and the land he grew up on.

He joined the US Army in May 1942. After training stateside as a Light Artillery Gun Crewman, he shipped to England and continued training in preparation for the invasion of the European Continent. During his deployment in England, he met his future bride Violet Irene Thomas. As a member of the 29th Infantry Division, he was part of the D-Day Normandy Invasion of June 6, 1944, landing during the first day of the assault. He served continuously during the European campaign until the end of the war in May 1945. It was during a leave granted Mar 24, 1945 that he returned to England, sought out Violet Irene Thomas, and asked her to marry him. They wed on March 29, 1945.

Upon his honorable discharge in September of 1945, he returned to Texas, awaiting the arrival of his war bride Violet. Upon her arrival, they rented a row crop farm located near Buckner's Creek. After several years of farming, they acquired the means to purchase their own farm in the Swiss Alp area and soon began dairying. In the meantime, they began a family w/ the birth of John Edward Hunger in September 1947, followed by Robert Wayne Hunger in July 1949, Patricia Alyce Hunger in in October 1951, and Carolyn Marie Hunger in February 1958.

In 1968 he decided to leave the land and sold the family farm and moved to Austin, Texas. There he began a second career as a craftsman installing flooring and carpeting during the Austin building boom of the 60's, 70's, and 80's. Afterwards, he enjoyed an extended retirement in Austin for the remainder of his life, fishing, prowling garage sales, and gardening.

Florian is preceded in death by his parents, Adolph Hunger and Julie Rainosek Hunger, his wife, Violet Irene Hunger, his son, Robert Wayne Hunger, and his brother, Adoph Hunger, Jr.

He is survived by his son, John Hunger, and his wife, Susan Baker; his daughters, Patricia Hill and her husband, Dennis, and Carolyn Kleiber and her husband, John; his sisters, Evelyn Bolfik and Lillian Arnold and their children; and his grandchildren, Jack and Jayne Kleiber.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from five o'clock until seven o'clock in the evening, on Wednesday, the 28th of November 2012, at Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas. A Rosary will be recited at seven o'clock that evening.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ten o'clock in the morning on Thursday, the 29th of November 2012, at St. Louis Catholic Church, 7601 Burnet Road, Austin, Texas. A graveside service with US Army Honors will be held at half past one o'clock in the afternoon at the Queen of the Holy Rosary Church Cemetery, 639 FM 2436, Hostyn, Texas.

In lieu of flowers and customary remembrances, the family suggests donations be made to St. Louis Catholic Church, 7601 Burnet Road, Austin, Texas 78757 or the Queen of the Holy Rosary Church Cemetery, 639 FM 2436, LaGrange, Texas 78945 or your favorite catholic church charity.

Cook-Walden Funeral Home