Victoria Advocate Memorials and Obituaries | We Remember (2024)

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Cuero Carlos Dean Gottschalt 1944 — 2024 Carlos Dean Gottschalt, 79, of Cuero went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 21, 2024. Carlos was born to Max and Lorine Thormalen Gottschalt on September 16, 1944 in Cuero and has been in Cuero all of his life. He attended school in Cuero and after graduating high school, he attended Delmar College in Corpus Christi. He joined the National Guard on December 8, 1963 and was then honorably discharged on December 7, 1969. During his time in the National Guard, he married the love of his life, Nancy Arndt on June 11, 1967 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Lindenau. Carlos and Nancy just celebrated their 57th anniversary together. After leaving the National Guard, Carlos became employed... Port Lavaca, Texas Ronald Ted Ripple 1942 — 2024 Ron Ripple, a devoted family man, passed away peacefully leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. He had a passion for playing washers and singing karaoke, especially to the tunes of Jimmy Buffet, Jerry Jeff Walker, and Willie Nelson. Known for his cooking skills, Ron loved grilling and was famous for his chili. Ron won numerous cook-offs, including qualifying for the prestigious Houston Go Texan Cook Off. A dedicated member of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church and President of the Chamber of Commerce in 1982, Ron's commitment to his community and his church was unwavering. He joyfully volunteered his cooking talents for church festivals, fishing tournament benefits, golf... Ronald Ted Ripple 1942 — 2024 Victoria Thomas Doyle Christian 1934 — 2024 Thomas Doyle Christian, 90, of Victoria, Texas, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024, in Victoria. He was born March 3, 1934, in Beeville, Texas, to the late Thomas Muriel Christian and Lucille Christian. A memorial visitation will be Saturday, June 29, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Grace Funeral Home Reception Building, 2401 Houston Hwy. in Victoria, Texas. Thomas served in the Army and was a high school teacher and college professor for 51 years. He enjoyed watching basketball and football, and coached football in high school and college. He loved to be outdoors whether it was fishing, working with a small herd of cattle, cutting, and bailing hay, and taking cattle to the... Victoria Billie Louise Yencer 1939 — 2024 Billie Louise Yencer, 84, of Victoria Texas passed away on June 18, 2024. She was born August 30, 1939 in Hallettsville, Texas to the late William Terry and Laura Moore Terry. A graveside service will be Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Salem Cemetery. Billie married Robert Yencer on April 1, 1958 in Hallettsville, Texas. Together they had 2 children. Billie was a member of United Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be deeply missed by everyone that knew and loved her. The family requests that donations be made to Hospice of South Texas, Dornburg Center of Compassion or Adopt-A-Pet. In addition to her parents, Billie was... Victoria Mary Jacqueline Jacquenet 1941 — 2024 Mary Jacqueline Jacquenet (nee Atkinson), age 83, passed away in her home on June 18, 2024 in Victoria. Mary, also known by many friends and family as "Jackie", was born in Los Angeles, California to Sherwood Jack Atkinson Sr. and Blanche Beatrice Atkinson on April 9th, 1941. An educated woman, she graduated from the University of Miami with a bachelor's degree in interior design and worked as an Interior Decorator until shifting her career into education as an elementary school teacher, and later owned her own successful tutoring business called the Learning Corner in Miami Springs, FL which touched the lives of many children. She married Pierre Jacquenet, a Korean War veteran, in Miami, FL... Victoria Margarete Russ Hodon 1929 — 2024 Visitation is Sunday at 1:00 PM followed by service at 2:00 PM at Rosewood Funeral Chapel. A private family interment will be held at Memory Gardens. Survived by sons, Russell Hodon, Chuck Hodon and wife Sally; grandchildren, Kaitlyn, and Justin Hodon. Visit www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com. Margarete Hodon 1929 — 2024 Victoria Margarete Russ Hodon 1929 — 2024 Margarete Russ Hodon (94) passed away June 18, 2024. Margarete was born on June 19, 1929, in Bad Kreuznach, Germany, to the late Margaret and Friedrich Russ. She met Gus Hodon while he was stationed in Germany for the U.S. Air Force and they married on March 30, 1962, in Taylor, Texas. Together, Gus and Margarete raised two sons and took pride in their accomplishments. She was a homemaker and enjoyed traveling, baking, cooking, watching football especially the Dallas Cowboys, classic movies, reading mystery novels, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her sons, Russell Hodon, Chuck Hodon and wife Sally; grandchildren, Kaitlyn, and Justin Hodon. She... Victoria Mary Jacquenet 1941 — 2024 Visitation will be held on Monday, June 24, 2024 from 5-7 pm at Rosewood Funeral Chapel. Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 2 pm, at Rosewood Funeral Chapel, immediately followed by interment at Memory Gardens Cemetery. Words of comfort, condolences and fond memories may be shared with the family at www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com. Port Lavaca Alma Wehmeyer 2024 Alma Wehmeyer, 99, of Port Lavaca passed away June 17, 2024. Visitation will be held Friday, June 21, 2024 from 9-10 am at Salem Lutheran Church. Funeral services will follow at 10 am. Burial will be in Six Mile Cemetery. Please visit www.richardsoncolonial.com for more information. League City Sheila Ann Gomez 2024 Sheila Ann Gomez passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024, at the age of 44. A memorial service will be held in Port Lavaca on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Richardson Colonial Funeral Home from 2-4pm, it will be followed with a Celebration of Life and reception at New Beginning Church Annex from 4-6pm. Cuero Cynthia Ann Soliz 1973 — 2024 Visitation will be held Friday, June 21, 2024, 9:00 AM at Freund Funeral Home with Funeral services beginning at 10:00 AM with Pastor David Aide officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com. Freund Funeral Home, 361.275.2343. Port Lavaca Daniel Vincent Ibrom, Sr. 1934 — 2024 Daniel Vincent Ibrom, Sr., 90, of Port Lavaca, TX passed peacefully to his eternal life on June 14, 2024. He was born in DeWitt County to Leon and Veronica Ibrom on April 19, 1934. He married his sweetheart Helen Lesikar on February 8, 1958 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Port Lavaca. Daniel had a passion for driving and began his career as a truck driver for Bauer Dredging. He changed his career and trained as a welder and continued his work with C. F. Bean Corp. He made many long-time friends in his career there including a group of young men that he interned in the welding industry. They still comment on the great teacher/boss he was to them. He was also employed with King... Port Lavaca Daniel Ibrom Sr. 2024 Daniel Vincent Ibrom, Sr., 90, of Port Lavaca passed peacefully to his eternal life on June 14, 2024. A visitation from 5-7pm and rosary at 7pm will be held at Richardson/Colonial funeral home in Port Lavaca on Tues., June 25. A funeral will be held at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic church on Wed., June 26 at 10am with Father Tommy Chen officiating. El Campo Carl Duane Scheumack Jr. 1948 — 2024 Carl Duane Scheumack, Jr., 75, passed from the arms of his family to the arms of his Lord on June 14, 2024. Duane was the oldest of three boys born to Carl Duane Scheumack Sr. and Billie Julainne Scheumack in Victoria, Texas. Duane graduated from Allen Military Academy where he played both football and the drums. After high school, Duane enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served gallantly in Vietnam from January 1969 to January 1970. During his service, Duane earned the following medals and honors: the National Defense Service Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation, the Combat Action Ribbon, and the Vietnam Service Medal... Port Lavaca Elisa Alvarez Gonzales 2024 Elisa Alvarez Gonzales, age 98 passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024. Elisa was born September 15, 1925 in Gonzales, Texas to the late Francisco and Jova Rendon Garza. She graduated from Calhoun High School in 1944. She was a great homemaker and devout Catholic. She loved to cook and enjoyed feeding anyone that came through the door. She was a great hostess and was always in the kitchen with her apron. Elisa enjoyed when the family and friends were present for any meal. She loved to play games, such as chicken foot, UNO, Skip Bo, and Dominos. She was lovingly known as Grandma. She was blessed with patience, a great sense of humor, and loved to laugh. She liked to share stories about growing... Cuero Mark Vincent Henneke 1957 — 2024 Mark Vincent Henneke, 66, of Cuero, formerly of Gonzales, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024. A graveside service will be held at 2pm, Monday, June 17, 2024, at Hillside Cemetery with Pastor Jan Putnam officiating. You may sign the guestbook at www.freundfuneralhome.com.Freund Funeral Home, 361-275-2343. Goliad James "Jaime" Bernard Henning 1965 — 2024 James "Jaime" Bernhard Henning, surrounded by his family, went to join the Lord on June 13, 2024. Jaime was loved by all and will be missed by many. James was the last child born to Tassie and Jack Henning on November 19, 1965. He was welcomed home by his four older siblings and a large extended family to Inez, TX. He also lived in McAllen, Venezuela (gaining his nickname, "Jaime"), Baytown, and Refugio. The family moved to Goliad, TX when Jaime was 10 years old. He attended and later graduated from Goliad High School. During school, Jaime met Debbie Franke, a friendship blossomed, and love began that only grew each day. His love and commitment for Debbie remained all the days of his life.... Goliad Mary Delfina Garcia Flores 1928 — 2024 Family and friends will gather for visitation on Tuesday June18,2024 from 5pm -7pm with a rosary to follow at Immaculate Conception Church. Funeral services will be held Wednesday June 19,2024 at 10am at Our Lady of Loretto Church Presidio La Bahia with burial at Flores Cemetery. Thoughts and memories may be shared online at www.gracefuneralhome.net.
Victoria Advocate Memorials and Obituaries | We Remember (2024)

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People's last words are often these 4 phrases: What they teach us about living happy, meaningful lives, from an oncologist
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  • I want to tell you that I forgive you.
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Common Mistakes to Avoid when Writing an Obituary
  • Avoid Making the Obituary About You. ...
  • Don't Focus Just on Death. ...
  • Listing People Who Were Appreciated. ...
  • Avoid Clichés. ...
  • Abbreviations. ...
  • Don't Over Describe the Funeral.

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“It is with great sadness that the family of (deceased name) announce (his/her) passing….” “(Deceased name) will be sadly missed by ….” “Fondly remembered by….” “Forever remembered by….”

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The order should go as followed: spouse, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, parents, and siblings. It should be noted that nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws are typically unmentioned unless they were especially close to the deceased.

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If you like to be technical, names should be listed as follows: first name, spouse's first name in parenthesis, then surname (ex: Tom (Sarah) Johnson). If the spouse or partner's surname is different, include their surname in the parenthesis along with their first name (ex: Tom (Sarah Williams) Johnson).

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Also, anyone listed as a special friend or companion is not normally included amongst the list of survivors unless the deceased's blood relatives request that it be so. The obituary's traditional purpose is to list survivors either related through the bloodline or marriage.

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Posting an obituary is not a legal requirement and is a sentimental action. Families don't have to publish one if they don't want it or do not have the funds to do so. While you do not have to share a death note or obituary, you must file a death certificate with your state's office.

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Reasons a Family Might Not Want to Write an Obituary

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Obituary Example: Announcing the Funeral

[Full name], [age], of [where they lived], sadly left us on [date of death] due to [cause of death]. They leave behind [list of surviving family members]. A service will be held in their honor at [time] on [date] at [location].

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There are also a number of websites which list death notices, including:
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  2. Obits.com.au.
  3. Deathsandfunerals.com.au.

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