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Sawyer-George Funeral Home, Inc. is a trusted and compassionate funeral home located in Corpus Christi, Texas. With a rich history and a commitment to providing exceptional service, the funeral home has become a staple in the community, helping families navigate the difficult process of saying goodbye to their loved ones.

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The funeral home is situated at 12497 Leopard St, Corpus Christi, TX, 78410-4103, making it easily accessible to families from all over the city. The facility is designed to provide a comfortable and serene atmosphere, allowing families to focus on celebrating the life of their loved one. The funeral home's facilities are well-maintained and equipped with modern amenities to ensure that every service is conducted with dignity and respect.

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Kiki Kantralis - May 08, 1929 - April 26, 2022

Departed: 04/26/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Kiki Gatzoulas Kantralis, 92, of Corpus Christi,  passed away peacefully on April 26, 2022 with her family by her side.

She was born in Monroe, Louisiana on May 8, 1929 to James and Panagiota Gatzoulas. Kiki attended Neville High School in Monroe. After graduation, she studied Secretarial Science at Northeast Louisiana Junior College and went on to work as a secretary, receiving frequent compliments for her remarkable shorthand skills – a skill she was proud of her entire life.

In 1955, Kiki married Alexander Kantralis and moved to Houston, Texas to begin their life together. In Houston, Kiki became an active member of the Philoptochos at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral where she became well-known for her sweet demeanor and delicious baking.

In 1957, Kiki became a mother and went on to raise four adoring children: Mark, Pam, Karen, and Greg. Kiki devoted her life to being a caring and loving mother and wife. Kiki and Alex made their way back to Monroe, Louisiana in 1984. During their 15 years in Monroe, Kiki provided loving care to her aging parents and was instrumental in opening up the Bagel Bakery with her husband and son. Again, Kiki became known for her delicious baking – this time, her bagels were sought out by many.

In 1999, Kiki and Alex moved to Corpus Christi to be closer to family. Kiki enjoyed spending her time cooking, baking, and adding endless joy to her children and her grandchildren’s lives. She would spend countless hours perfecting her special dishes and filling her grandchildren’s stomachs with her famous desserts, each made with love for those she cherished.

Kiki was an active member of Jackson Woods Presbyterian Church.

Kiki’s faith in God was her guiding light. She lived her faith daily, always thanking God for the gifts she had. Kiki spent her life as a caring, kind, gentle and loving woman.

She is preceded in death by her father and mother, James and Panagiota; her son, Mark, and granddaughter, Alicia Immitt.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 66 years, Alexander Kantralis; her brother, Chris Gatzoulas; her children, Pamela Immitt (Jim), Karen Karagas (Mike), and Greg Kantralis (Anna) and her grandchildren, Demetri, Nick (Brittany), and Ally Karagas; Adrian and Angela Immitt; and Macey Kantralis.

Her family expresses endless gratitude to Amanda Carrion, Cindi Perales, Sonia Rodriquez, Kristina Hall, and Tracy Escareno for the loving care in her later years of life and for the compassionate care and love from Edna and Jerry Garza at the end of her life.

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Harris Paul Monse - February 03, 1933 - April 24, 2022

Departed: 04/24/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Harris Paul Monse, 89, of Edroy, Texas passed away on April 24, 2022. He was born in Orange Grove, Texas on February 3, 1933 to Paul Ben Monse and Mary Monse.

Harris attended and earned his degree at Del Mar College and pursued his career at Asarco for 35 years where he ultimately retired.

He was also a member of the VFW in Ingleside and had a passion for gardening.

Harris was preceded in death by his siblings, Corene Haug, James Monse and Phillip Monse.

Left to cherish his memory are his siblings, Alvin Monse, Jarvis Monse, Marvin Monse; children, Pamela Petty, Harris R. Monse, Mike Deyo and Mark Deyo; grandchildren, Michael Monse, Michelle Monse, Daniel Deyo, Selina Deyo, Trina Deyo, Trevor Deyo, Tonya Deyo, Michael Deyo, David Deyo and Mark Deyo, Jr.; 34 great-grandchildren, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

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Carol Edwards - June 04, 1930 - April 21, 2022

Departed: 04/21/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Carol Dean (Gruben) Edwards was called to Heaven on April 21, 2022. Carol was born on June 4, 1930, in Rotan, Texas to Danie and Pearl Gruben. She was the fourth of seven children. Carol spent her early years in Rotan and attended school there. As a family of cotton farmers, she learned the importance of hard work, love of family, but also the importance of faith and a love of God. The family was active members of the Cross Roads Baptist Church.

After graduation, she met Hughey Edwards and on June 27, 1948, she eloped with him, on a motorcycle no less. They moved to Corpus Christi and two years later they welcomed their son, Donald Ricky Edwards. Carol worked for many years at Southwestern Bell which later became AT&T; she was always the go-to problem solver. She was active in the Telephone Pioneers and their museum. She retired in December 1984. Carol was a member of the Morgan Avenue Baptist Church, Calallen Baptist Church and finally River Hills Baptist Church. Hughey and Carol were married for 43 years before his passing. They shared a love of motorcycle riding and doting on their granddaughter.

Carol had an intense love of all crafts, especially sewing and crocheting. After retirement, she was free to spend many more hours sewing and crafting her days away. Carol and Mildred ministered to many people through the church. They always had a hand-crafted gift in hand, cheery smiles, prayers, and words of encouragement. So many people were touched by their selfless acts. Before Carol became homebound, she was always out and about, ministering to others, helping with the Pioneer Museum, and enjoying her family. She loved her family fiercely and relished attending all the events of not only her granddaughter and great-grandchildren, but her siblings, nieces, and nephews. She took her role as Grandmother and Great-Grandmother role very seriously. She was generous with her love and generous with her homemade crafts, just ask Tami how many blankets Carol made for the first great-grandson!

Preceded in death by her parents, Danie and Pearl Gruben; her brothers, Lindsey Gruben and Eugene Gruben; sisters, Irene Clawson and Mildred Thieme; great-granddaughter, Katie Cleary, and her beloved husband, Hughey.

She is survived by her son, Rick Edwards, of Corpus Christi; sister, Loneta Williams of Longview; brother, D. Laveral Gruben (Alice) of Albuquerque, New Mexico; granddaughter, Tami Cleary (Stephen) of Corpus Christi; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

Carol had five great-grandchildren who were her pride and joy: Jacob Yanez, Emma Cleary, Christopher Cleary, and Grace Cleary.

For the past five years, Emma Rose Hardigree was her caregiver and friend. Through her amazing care, we were able to enjoy more years with Carol.

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Jim Wesley Cherry - August 01, 1936 - April 18, 2022

Departed: 04/18/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Jim Cherry passed away on April 18, 2022, at the age of 85.

Jim lived most of his life in Corpus Christi and graduated from Tuloso-Midway High School. After serving in the United States Army, he worked for several oil refineries throughout his career retiring from Valero Refining.

Jim was married to Elizabeth for 47 years until her death in 2010.

Jim is survived by his children, Patricia Summers & husband, Micheal, Deborah Snow, and Stephen Cherry; and by 4 grandchildren, Micheal, Matthew, Quinlan, and Jackie.

The visitation will be held at Sawyer-George Funeral Home on April 21, 2022, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. The funeral service will be held at Tuloso-Midway Baptist Church on April 22, 2022, at 10:00am. Internment will follow at the Sinton cemetery in Sinton, Texas.

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Gary Ray Smith - August 17, 1954 - April 15, 2022

Departed: 04/15/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Gary Ray Smith, 67, of Odem, TX, passed away at his home on April 15th, 2022 with his wife and children by his side. Born on August 17, 1954 in Bertram, TX to Toby & Bea Smith, Gary spent his youth in Marble Falls where he met his wife of nearly 50 years, Rebecca (Becky) Faye Atkinson.

An avid minister of hard work, Gary began his first job at 5 years old, picking cotton alongside his grandparents in Liberty Hill, TX. This early employment experience served as a foundational reference and basis for comparison when his children were unable to mow the lawn as exceptionally as the 5-year-old version of himself would’ve done so.  As a United States Army veteran who volunteered to serve during Vietnam, he was a role model to his children and grandchildren who continue to follow in his footsteps. After 8 years of service, and winning Top Gun in Seridan’s for 5 consecutive years, he decided to leave military service as he wanted any future children that he and Becky had to be born true Texans, which they wouldn’t be if they were born on a military base outside of Texas.  Shortly after returning to TX, he entered the petro-chemical industry, a decision that would ultimately lead to him starting his own business, Time Scale Planning, operating globally.

Known by many as a multi-genre movie enthusiast, it was rumored that Gary had reached the end of both the Netflix and Amazon Prime library as the family had been unable to identify a single movie Gary had not seen since 2010.  Legend has it that Gary’s extensive knowledge of Spaghetti Western films got the attention of director, Sergio Leone, who secretly requested Gary’s advice prior the filming of The Good, the Bad and the Ugly; Man with No Name; and Once Upon a Time in the West. It is also rumored that Sergio took Gary’s guidance and cast Clint Eastwood to take the lead role in all 3 films.

A true connoisseur of southern food, Gary was a firm believer that Frito pie was best served in a Frito Pie snack bag, covered in a mountain of chili (with beans), cheddar cheese, white onions and jalapenos.  Brisket was best cooked with an ice-cold Shiner Bock in hand and in his backyard smoker since his ranch gave him access to the world’s finest mesquite wood. In a recent visit to a fine dining establishment outside Washington DC, he developed a strong opinion that no restaurant should be allowed to earn a Michelin rating unless they served cold beer, fried mushrooms, and chicken fried steak with white gravy. Highly in-tune with Farmin’ and Ranchin’ fashion trends, Gary could often be seen wearing his signature overalls, a look that has alternated between fad and classic for decades, but never falling out of style.  Although he did not live as long as we would’ve wanted, his life was exceptional, traveling the world exploring Germany, India, Japan, Australia and Aruba, to name a few.  World-renowned for his exceptional story telling ability, you could be 100% certain that all his stories were at least partially true.  He loved his family, Long John Silvers, all his cows, and fried okra.  He disliked lazy people, Weesatch trees, shrimp and Democrats (except his daughter-in-law, Sherry). He encouraged his children to live bold and daring lives, always reminding them, “If you ever fall down in life, never forget you can always come home to dust yourself off before you get back up and try again.”

Before passing, Gary paved a 67-year path of laughter, generosity, compassion and wisdom.  He will be desperately missed by his wife Becky, who will defiantly hire a contractor to finish construction on the house Gary has been ‘finishing’ for over 30 years; his daughter Angel, who has been impossible to be married to since Gary taught her “don’t put up with any sh!+ from a man.”; his son Todd, who rebelliously finishes his home improvement projects in a reasonable period of time; and William who is determined to live out his lifelong dream of bootlegging TX whiskey.  He is also survived by his grandchildren (Kaelin, Kai, Alana, Nicholas, Eli, Tobin & Tesla) who have vowed to avenge his death; his daughters-in-law (Julie & Sherry) and son-in-law (Steve) who have promised to try and keep his children out of prison; his mother, Beatrice, sister (Nita), and brothers (Gaylon and Douglas) who were lucky enough to know him and love him first.

A viewing will be held on April 26, 2022 from 2:00-6:00 pm at Sawyer-George Funeral Home in Corpus Christi, TX.  Memorial Services will be held on April 30, 2022 at 2:00 pm at Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home in Marble Falls, TX with Mr. James Crawford officiating. The burial at Marble Falls Cemetery will immediately follow the service.  For any thieves who may be considering a visit to the house while we are at the services, we have left a high-powered electric fence, a professional assassin and a shih-tzu with a bad attitude at home to welcome you.

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Guadalupe Maria Garcia Villarreal - June 25, 1926 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: In loving memory of Guadalupe Maria Garcia Villarreal, fondly known as Lupita or Mrs. V, who passed away on April 13, 2022. Lupita was born on June 25, 1926 to Doroteo and Guadalupe of San Juan, Texas. She graduated from McAllen High School.

Shortly before World War II, she took a job as a clerk in a general store in McAllen, Texas to fill a position being vacated by a young man who joined the Army and would be shipping out. He trained her for the position and left for training and later deployment in France. While he was gone, she was encouraged by her employer to write to the young man. Lupita was very competent, organized, and was soon promoted to store manager. On his release from military duty, he returned to that same General Store but would assume a clerk job under the “new manager” whom he had trained. Over time, he eventually built up the courage to ask her to a movie and eventually to share his life.

Lupita married Antonio Villarreal on April 14, 1950. Their first child, Juan Antonio (Tony), was born in 1952. Joel Efrain (Joey) Villarreal was welcomed into the family in 1957 and then Christina Villarreal completed their family in 1964.

They settled in McAllen across the street from a Catholic Mission Church that would eventually become Our Lady of Perpetual Help of which they were founding members. Mrs. V founded the initial “Altar Society” and also served as a kindergarten teacher in the CCD program as well as the First Communion Preparation Classes for over 40 years. She humbly served as a Lay Eucharistic Minister for the parish, taking Communion to the sick and the shut-ins. Mrs. V also volunteered in Scouting, Class, Band. and Girls Athletic activities. She volunteered at the Church Food Bank and was an active volunteer with the Rio Grande Valley Extension Program teaching women/men the basics of cooking and sewing.

They loved to travel. Traveling the world together with her husband’s company and eventually to Germany to visit their son and his family in Germany multiple times. She enjoyed teaching her grandchildren how to sew, how to cook, the importance of faith in God and living the Beatitudes.

Lupita is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her granddaughter, Monica Marie Villarreal; and her great-granddaughter, Luce Merry Salvo.

She is survived by her children, Tony and her loving and dedicated daughter-in-law Yolanda, Joel, and Christina. She also leaves four grandchildren, Denise Yvonne Villarreal, Amanda Renee Villarreal Salvo, Jaime Joel Villarreal, and Alexandra Marie Jones; and three great-grandchildren: Jaime Joel Villarreal, Jr., Isabella Marie Villarreal, and Ava Marie Jones.

A rosary will be held at 7pm on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Sawyer-George Funeral Home in Corpus Christi, Texas. The funeral mass will be celebrated by Fr. John Gaffney, SOLT, at 11am on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Robstown, Texas, with the interment to follow at Seaside Memorial Park in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Active pallbearers are: Michael Salvo, Richard Tamez, Jaime Villarreal, Tony Torres, Armando Garza, and Javier Garza. Honorary pallbearers are: Bobby Gonzalez and Oton J. Guerrero.

Memorial donations in Lupita’s memory are welcomed and may be made to St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, CCD Program, 603 N. 1st Street, Robstown, Texas 78380.

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Jeffrey Clinton Caldwell - August 10, 1969 - April 10, 2022

Departed: 04/10/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Jeffrey Clinton Caldwell, 52, of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away on April 10, 2022. He was born August 10, 1969, in Mineral Wells, Texas, at the Crazy Water Hotel to Jesse and Judy Caldwell.  Jeff graduated from Mineral Wells High School and then attended Texas A&M Kingsville where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Biology and was a member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity. He worked for Freeport McMoran as the Assistant Manager of the San Tomas Hunting Camp at the Encino Division of the King Ranch for 26 years.  Jeff was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved training and working with his hunting dogs. He was a caring, giving and devoted husband to his wife and father to his sons. Jeff loved unconditionally without reservation. He loved his family life raising three boys, attending and supporting all their activities, as they grew into fine young men. Jeff honored, loved and respected his parents who were an important part of his life. He cherished the time he was able to spend with his brother. Jeff enjoyed all friendships that will never be forgotten. He had a zest for life and lived it to the fullest until that day God called him home.  He is survived by his parents, Jesse and Judy Caldwell; his wife, Stephanie Caldwell and sons, Dillon Layman, Kelly (wife) and Grayson (grandson), and Dalton Sanders and Meadow (wife), and Dustin Sanders and Savannah Olson (girlfriend); Jerry and Gayla White (in-laws); brother, Jason Caldwell and children, Ethan and Kyra of Mineral Wells; cousins, Becky Plumlee of Possum Kingdom Lake and Mike Radford of Mineral Wells.  He is predeceased by his grandparents, Ellis and Norma Northcutt and Ed and Hazel Caldwell and aunt, Avis Radford.  A visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 from 6:00PM - 8:00PM at Sawyer-George Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 2:00PM at Padre Island Baptist Church. Interment will be on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 2:00PM at Bosley Cemetery in Santo, Texas.

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Patricia Diann Richter - December 13, 1951 - April 10, 2022

Departed: 04/10/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Diann Richter, of Bishop, went to be with The Lord on April 10, 2022. She was born in Kingsville, TX on December 13, 1951. She was raised in Bishop by her parents, Melvin and Dora Mae Richter. Patsy was a loving mother to Cody Mrazek (Courtney) and Tracey Brezina (Brandon). She was a wonderful Granny to her 3 grandchildren, Chayse, Catherine, and Cash. Patsy is survived by her children, grandchildren, her sister Debbie Edlin, and her brother, Ronnie Richter. She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Gary and Kenneth, her nephew Adam, and numerous aunts and uncles.

Patsy graduated from Bishop High School in 1969 and attended Del Mar Business School, where she excelled at shorthand and typing. She worked as an administrative assistant for Texas A&I and Texas A&M University-Kingsville in the Dept. of Education for over 25 years. She later retired from the TAMUK Pharmacy School.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 30, at 2 pm at Sawyer George Funeral Home in Corpus Christi.

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Gerald Vernon Johnson - March 30, 1941 - April 07, 2022

Departed: 04/07/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Gerald Vernon Johnson passed peacefully on April 7, 2022, at the age of 81. He was Born in Fairfield, Illinois, on March 30, 1941, to Lyman and Corrine Johnson.

Jerry enjoyed growing up in Fairfield where he graduated from Fairfield High School excelling in sports and academics. He then joined the United States Army and was stationed in France. Upon returning home he attended Northern Illinois University where he earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. He worked for Chrysler Corporation for over 30 years where he held a variety of positions, his last decade with them as a senior engineer.

Jerry was an avid lifelong learner and held a special interest in history, science and nature. He joined local nature groups and history and politics study groups. While living in the Rockford area he was active with the Severson Dells Nature Preserve, the Rockford Institute, the Civil War Round Table, and the Roscoe Methodist Men’s group. A health and fitness advocate throughout his life, he exercised regularly and practiced healthy eating, eventually converting to a vegan lifestyle. He was active with the CHIPS alumnae group.

Jerry is predeceased by his parents, Lyman and Corine, and his brother, Ray. He is survived by his wife, Mary; his daughters, Dr. Linda McGirk Johnson (Jordan), Katherine McClendon (Guy); son, Michael Bunzel; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.  He is also survived by four of his five siblings, Sterling (Carolyn), Dean (Leslie), Kent (Janice), Peggy (Robert) Clark, and eight nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at Sawyer George Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, from 10:00AM to 1:00PM with the Memorial Service starting at 11:30AM. Interment with Military Honors will be at Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery in Corpus Christi, Texas, on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at 2:00PM. A Celebration of Life fellowship will follow at Annaville Baptist Church.

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Juan A. Rangel - November 04, 1944 - April 06, 2022

Departed: 04/06/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Juan Ayala Rangel passed away on April 6, 2022 at the age of 77 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He battled chronic illnesses since the second Clinton Administration and now his watch had ended. He entered this world on November 4, 1944 to parents who were fundamentally unable to appreciate the singular gift and challenge they’d been given. His childhood was one of unimaginable poverty, abandonment, and struggle. He survived and spent his adult life giving his children and their children the skills they would need to survive no matter what Juan met the love of his life, Maria, when they were both growing up in Donna, Texas. They attended Donna High School and married shortly before he shipped out for his tour of duty in Vietnam. His marriage finally offered him a family that appreciated and loved and respected him as he should have been from the start. In Vietnam he met his brother Esequiel and they were close until his brother was called home to his rest several years ago. Together, Juan and Maria had four children: San Juanita, Julia, Emiliano Benito, and Joaquin Jose, and adopted another: Delisha. He was the proud grandfather of 11 grandchildren: Joshua, Jacob, Lina, Gabe, J Alex, Garrett, Ivan, Chris, Matt, Joseph, and Candece. His daughter Julia is married to Luis. His son Joaquin is married to Claire and they brought Jacob, Caleb, and Carson into his family. Emiliano and his wife Kristie brought him 2 great-grandchildren: Beau and Bella. He was a husband who loved his wife with all his heart and soul. He was a patriarch who would have fought his way through Hell and back for the children in his family. He was a warrior who stepped up to perform his duty for a country that took its sweet time honoring him. In another world or another time, he would have been recognized as a scholar: between raising and supporting his family he never got the chance to get a college degree, but he never stopped learning. Juan passed his love of learning to his family and pushed and encouraged all his children and grandchildren to become educated in their chosen fields, however diverse they might be, however little he might understand them. He loved fishing, watching football, and eating good food, preferably with family. Juan is survived and mourned by his wife and all their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Despite the pain we feel at his passing, we take comfort knowing that he is finally free of the pain that had wracked his body for years. There will be a Family & Friends viewing at Sawyer George Funeral Home on April 12th at 5pm, followed by a Rosary at 6:30pm. We will celebrate the Rite of Christian Burial on April 13th at 12:30pm, to be followed by burial at Coastal Ben State Veterans Cemetery at 2pm.

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Soluna Riddell - August 24, 1977 - April 02, 2022

Departed: 04/02/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Bianca “Soluna" Riddell passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2022, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. She was 44. Soluna was born on August 24, 1977, in Corpus Christi, Texas. She graduated from Calallen High School in Corpus Christi, Texas and later graduated from Texas A&M University-Kingsville in Kingsville, Texas with a degree in Kinesiology.

After college, Soluna spent 21 years as a teacher, coach, and cheerleading sponsor. With her kind heart, infectious smile, and love for her students, Soluna gained the utmost respect from all of her students she was blessed to teach and coach.  Touching countless lives and families.   Her caring heart touched every individual she came into contact with and was always helping others and bringing joy to their lives.

When Soluna wasn’t working, she was living life to the fullest. She loved spending time with her family and friends at barbeques, lounging in the pool, watching college football, stockshows, or just simply sitting around and visiting. She was always having fun and truly knew how to live. Soluna loved her family very much and was happiest when she surrounded herself with them.

Soluna was preceded in death by her grandparents Marcelino Chadis, Eva Urtado Chadis, Felipa Rivera Cantu, and Domingo Cantu. She is survived by her husband, Lance Wilkins Riddell, her two sons Marcelino Antonio (Madi) Vega, and Joseph Luke Riddell,  her grandchildren Elli-Claire, Coleman, and Parker. Her father and mother Juan A Chadis and Dominga Cantu Chadis.  Her brother JR Chadis as well as nieces and nephews Jacob, Robert and Bianca.  “The greatest legacy one can pass on to one’s children and grandchildren is not money or other material things accumulated in one’s life, but rather a legacy of character and faith.” – Billy Graham

A private funeral service for immediate family will take place at Sawyer George Funeral Home, 12497 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, Texas, on Friday, April 8, 2022. A memorial and celebration of life will take place on Sunday April 10, 2022 at 2:00 pm at Banquete ISD Football stadium.

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Conrad "Connie" Hayden LaRoe - November 20, 1937 - April 02, 2022

Departed: 04/02/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: On April 2, Conrad Hayden LaRoe passed away after a long illness from a stroke in 2010. Connie's loving wife, Diane was at his bedside. Connie, in his early years, worked with his Father as a Promoted Engineer on the Texas-Mexican Railroad. For 15 years he worked for Natural Gas Pipeline and then started LaRoe Backhoe Service until retiring. Connie spent time ranching in Duval County. His life was very active and he and his wife (Diane) spent their married life of 57 years traveling the Country. Fishing was a big part of their lives as they fished in the Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, and Caribbean. Their favorite fishing spot was Cabo San Lucas, where they spent several of their vacations. He took up bowling and golfing. Many trips were made to Myrtle Beach where he and Diane participated in the World Am Golf Tournament, finishing in the top ten more than once. Connie was the longest -term member of the Corpus Christi Bucarader Parade Officials. During his 55-year term, he was elected Parade Marshal. Connie slowed down in the last ten years because of his stroke, but continued to attend all the bowling tournaments entered by Diane. They traveled 37 consecutive years, to attend these tournaments. Connie had a smile on his face pretty much all of the time and loved to tell jokes. Those that knew him will attest that they heard his jokes more than once. Unfortunately, the stroke pretty much wiped his memory of these jokes from his mind, but many of our friends would come and tell him jokes and he started building them back up in his memory. Surviving Connie is his wife, Diane of 57 years; his sisters, Katherine Stine Jacobs, and Stephanie Peters (Donald,); brother- in- law, Lester Wygrys and fiance, Diane Parker; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 10:00AM at Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery.

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Craig Alvord - December 14, 1965 - April 01, 2022

Departed: 04/01/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Craig Alvord, beloved son of Richard and Doris Carlson Alvord, passed away on Friday, April 1, 2022 in Alexandria, Virginia.  He was born in Austin, Texas on December 14, 1965. Growing up in Robstown, Texas, Craig attended St. John's Catholic School through the Eighth grade and graduated from Robstown High School. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church.  Craig was an avid tennis player and competed in many tournaments in the area. Attaining the rank of Eagle Scout was a proud achievement during his younger years.  Craig graduated with a degree in geography from Texas A&M University at College Station.  He received his Master's Degree in Environmental Science from Southwest Texas State University.  After graduation he was employed as an Environmental Protection Specialist for the EPA in Washington, D.C., working on protecting the oceans, wetlands and watersheds. He retired three years ago from the EPA. His interest in American history, especially that dealing with the Civil War, was enhanced upon moving to the East Coast. A humanitarian, later in life Craig volunteered at the food pantry at St. James Methodist Church in Alexandria, Virginia.  He was also a member of Toastmasters. Craig is survived by his parents of Alexandria, Virginia; uncles Alton (Tommye) Carlson of Hemphill, Texas, Kent (Carole) Carlson of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Bob (Betty) Alvord of Citrus Heights, California.  Surviving cousins are Jane (Tom) Ponder of Angleton, Texas, Kyle Carlson of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Bonnie (James) Redding of Rocklin, California, and Barbara Zavala of Rocklin, California.  Also surviving Craig are his Godmother Beverly Denkeler Mathews of Dallas, Texas and tennis buddy John (Carla) Krauser of Corpus Christi, Texas. Services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, April 9 at St. John Lutheran Church in Robstown, Texas.  Inurnment will follow at Robstown Memorial Park.  There will be a reception at 12:15 pm at St. John Lutheran Fellowship Hall.

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Ernest Johnahan Hinkle - March 07, 1935 - March 30, 2022

Departed: 03/30/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Ernest Johnahan Hinkle was born March 7, 1935, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He lived to see the age of 87 before passing away on March 30, 2022. He was a son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather but most importantly a man of God. His father, Edwin N. Hinkle and mother, Betice Buella Cash married and had four children. Two boys and two girls including Ernest. Florence White is the last sibling remaining and resides in Arkansas currently. Ernest married Julia Hinkle and moved from Arkansas to Tomball, Texas in his early twenties to find work. Ernest Hinkle and his late wife, Julia Neugent had one daughter, Wendy Hinkle married to Pete Llamas. Ernest has a total of five grandchildren, Lilly, Daisy, Adrianna, Adrian and Ava. Ernest was known for many things, but he was known mostly for his love. He would share it so effortlessly without any hesitation with every single soul he met. Ernest was a teacher of all things good. He also worked many years to help provide for his family as a fire watch. He was a great example on how we should be as a human being, and we will forever cherish his life lessons that he left with us.

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Ruth Anise Horton - May 15, 1932 - March 28, 2022

Departed: 03/28/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Ruth was born on May 15, 1932 in Weinert, Texas. to Martha and Morris Ford. She passed away on March 28, 2022. She was 89 years of age.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George; her daughter, Debra Hendricks; her three brothers and two sisters.

Ruth is survived by her son, Davy Horton; her daughter, Kathy Horton; grandsons, Ryan Horton, Justin Horton, Brian Wilson, and Brandon Wilson; granddaughters, Stephanie Horton, Kelsey Horton, and Katie Duncan; eleven great-grandchildren; and her sister, June Scott(John).

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Paul L. Marrufo - May 05, 1949 - March 28, 2022

Departed: 03/28/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Paul L. Marrufo, 72, of Robstown, Texas, passed away on March 28, 2022. He was born in Kermit, Texas to his parents, Antonio and Elbira Marrufo.

Paul was a retiree, Vietnam Veteran, musician, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He liked to raise chickens and enjoyed spending his free time fishing.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Rosa Marrufo; his son, Chris Marrufo; his daughter, Angelica Smith; his grandchildren, Nathaniel, Mariahla, Nakiah, Khyree, and Kieran; and brothers, Robert and Albert. Paul celebrated life from May 5, 1949 - March 28, 2022.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, April 3, 2022 from 4:00PM - 8:00PM at Sawyer-George Funeral Home with the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:00PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 10:00AM at St. John Neopomucene Catholic Church in Robstown, Texas. Services will conclude at the Church.

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Sue Nan Leach - September 20, 1936 - March 25, 2022

Departed: 03/25/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Sue Nan Leach, age 85, of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away March 25, 2022 surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren. She was born September 20, 1936 in Raymondsville, Texas to James and Esther Brashear.

Sue and George owned Wight’s Paint and Body Shop, where she worked as an Office Manager. They were part of the Gypsy Motorcycle Club for many years. Sue enjoyed hanging out with the ladies at the Red Hats Club with her best friend, Irene Blumberg. Sue loved watching her Dallas Cowboys and old western shows.

Sue was preceded in death by her husband, George Leach; companion, Adolph Stautzenberger; daughter, Carol Leach; sons, Rick Leach and Glen Leach; numerous sisters and brothers.

She is survived by her brother, Truman (Martha) Brashear; nephew, EL Brashear; her children, Sharon (Chester) Bullard, George Leach, Patty Mikeman; daughter in law, Bren Leach; grandchildren, Chester (Brandi) Bullard, Randy (Lamar) Bullard, Jackie Graham, Stephanie Mikeman, Amanda (Aaron) Uresti, Laura McCready, Tami (Gabriel) Hoskins, Jon (Kaitlan) Jarisch, Tyler (Crystal) Leach, Chelsea Leach, Jeremy (Yvette) Schmitgen , Ruth Dawson, Jeffrey Schmitgen, Joseph Leach, James Leach; great grandchildren, Koby Bullard, Laney Bullard, Randy Bullard Jr, Chris Bullard, MaKenna Bullard, MaKayla (KyAnna) Bullard, Jaxon Graham, Gage Graham, Trevor Power, Jace McCready, Brynn Boggan, Tanner Hoskins, Kambry Jarisch, Cole Jarisch, Eddie Leach, Ryleigh Leach, Vivien Schmitgen, Jeremy Schmitgen Jr, Dimitri Dawson, Capri Schmitgen, Skylar Schmitgen, Paisley Leach; and great great grandchild, Aubrey McCready.

A visitation will be held on Friday, April 1, 2022 at Sawyer-George Funeral Home at 1:00PM with the funeral service to follow at 2:00PM. Interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery on 1889 in Robstown, Texas.

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W. Bruce Cox - November 23, 1932 - March 21, 2022

Departed: 03/21/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Bruce was born on November 23, 1932 to Hobart Cox and Ima (Barnes) Cox in Mexia, TX. Surrounded by his family, he left this world to be with our Heavenly Father on March 21, 2022.

Bruce was the youngest of 3 boys. Soon after he was born, his family moved to Taft, TX, where he started the 1st grade. On his first day of school, Bruce was sent home for kissing a girl; this may explain why he finished elementary school at Crosley Elem. then attended Driscoll Middle school in Corpus Christi, TX. Bruce graduated from Corpus Christi High School in 1950. He went on to go to Del Mar College and A&I in Kingsville before joining the Army where he was stationed in El Paso, TX. While home on leave, he ran into an old High School friend, Lois Richie, and they started dating. They were soon engaged and on 8/11/1954 he married the love of his life. After being discharged from the Army, Bruce and his new Bride started their family; he also started his career at South Western Oil Refinery, where he worked until he retired in 1996. Around 1960, Bruce and Lois built a home together on Glenwood in Annaville, TX, where they raised their family and lived until the day he passed. Bruce loved playing football with all the neighborhood kids and nominated himself as coach and quarterback for both sides. The kids in the neighborhood loved Bruce and would knock on their door to ask Lois if her big boy could come out and play. He coached Little League Baseball for many years. Summers were always spent at Garner State Park camping. Winters were spent hunting on the deer lease at the Foster Ranch in Willow City, TX. He loved Calallen Football and for years never missed a game. Upon Retirement, Bruce and Lois enjoyed taking trips with their 5 th wheel all over the United States and Canada. They also belonged to a camping club “Coastal Bend Land Sailors” where they made many friends. Bruce loved golf and could be found most days playing at River Hills Country Club. He also enjoyed going to Annaville Baptist Church and the fellowship he had with his friends there.

Bruce was preceded in death by his Parents - Hobart and Ima Cox; Brothers and their wives - Gene & June Cox and James & Peggy Cox. He is survived by his loving wife Lois Cox (Corpus Christi, TX), his daughter Brenda Eubanks (Robstown, TX), his son and wife Ronnie & Mo Cox (Odem, TX), his grandson Clint Madsen (Robstown, TX), his grandson and wife Utah & Danielle Cox (Sandia, TX), his granddaughter Montana Cox (Vail, CO), his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Mildred and Dennis Robertson (Willow City, TX), and his faithful dog Mia.

Visitation will be Thursday, March 24, from 5:00-8:00pm, at Sawyer-George Funeral Home. Burial will be Friday, March 25, at 10:00am, at the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery- 9974 I-37 Corpus Christi, TX. Memorial Service will be held Friday, March 25, at 11:00am, at Annaville Baptist Church- 4025 Violet Rd, Corpus Christi, TX. Lunch will be provided after service at the Fellowship Hall.

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Margaret Hoelscher - July 15, 1925 - March 19, 2022

Departed: 03/19/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Amy Margaret Hoelscher, 96, of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away on March 19, 2022. She was born on July 15, 1925 in Marshall, Texas.

She was raised in Robstown, Texas by Aubrey and Agnes Mynard along with her brothers, Gene, Charles, and Bill Mynard.

She graduated from Robstown High School and met her husband, Harold George Hoelscher. They married in April of 1953 and started their family in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Being a bookkeeper, she opened her own business, Margaret Hoelscher Bookkeeping and Tax Service, where she developed many clients and friendships over the years.

Margaret is preceded in death by her husband, Harold George Hoelscher; daughter-in-law, Robyn Hoelscher; parents; brothers and sisters.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Gordon (Barbara) Hoelscher, Glenn (Jody) Hoelscher, Byron, Chris, Allen, and Terry Hoelscher, and Lucy (Dave) Panteleeff; 11 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

The funeral services will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Violet, Texas on Saturday, March 26, 2022, with the visitation from 12:00PM to 1:30PM, the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 1:30PM, and the Funeral Mass to begin at 2:00PM. Interment will follow the funeral services at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Violet, Texas.

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Scott Adam Brittain - December 30, 1986 - March 19, 2022

Departed: 03/19/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Scott Adam Brittain, 35, of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away on March 19, 2022. He was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on December 30, 1986, to his parents, Billy and Melanie Brittain.

Scott graduated from Tuloso-Midway High School. Scott began his career in the Oil and Gas industry as a Compressor Mechanic in the Corpus Christi and Odessa, Texas areas. He loved his children and did everything he could for them. He had a passion for fishing and the outdoors as you could often find him around the Laguna Madre and Corpus Christi Bay.

He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Bob and Peggy Brittain and maternal grandfather, Dick Mutchler.

Left to cherish his memory are his parents; daughters, Hydi (mother, Cassy); sons, Blaike, Beckett, Beaux, and daughter, Berkley (mother, Ronika); brother, Stephen (Mallory) Brittain; niece, Summer; nephews, Liam, Stone, and Ace; and maternal grandmother, Pat Mutchler.

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Sara Claire Glenn Hamilton - March 09, 1930 - March 17, 2022

Departed: 03/17/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Sara Claire Glenn Hamilton, 92, passed away on March 17, 2022 at her home. She was born on March 9, 1930 in Amory, Mississippi to Martin Arthur and Ava Burleson Glenn. Claire was preceded in death by her parents, her infant son Robert Martin Hamilton, her husband Cecil Robert Hamilton and her sister Carol Glenn Rustad.

Claire married Cecil Robert Hamilton on April 2, 1950. She is survived by her two daughters, Carolyn Sue Hamilton Martin (Lorenzo), and Debra Lynn Hamilton Nolfi (Eugene); a granddaughter, Kimberly Dolan Howell (Ryan); sisters, Martha Glenn Murphree, Kay Glenn Graham, Jean Glenn Senn (George Carlson); and brother, John Martin Glenn (Pamla Jo).

She attended Pan American Junior College, Edinburg, Texas, and Del Mar College, Corpus Christi earning an Associates of Arts degree in 1966.

Claire was an avid reader and enjoyed researching various topics. Her faith was an integral part of her life and she volunteered at her church library. She adored creating beautiful quilts that she gifted to family members. She enjoyed making and was known for her delicious chocolate crackle cookies as well as her famous Coke Cherry Jello Salad. She was very funny and playful with an incredible sense of humor. In 1991 she retired from Magee Elementary School where she served as a library aide.

Highlights of her life after retirement included walking around a mountain in Denali National Park, Alaska; visiting Niagara Falls; taking a few trips to Canada; making the trip of a lifetime to England and France; walking through the Olympic National Park and Quinault Rain Forest in Washington; and especially attending the annual Glenn Girls Family reunions at a beach resort in Corpus Christi. She loved her friends and family very much and never held back her warm hugs and “I love you’s.”

Visitation will be from 11:00am to 12:00noon, and the service at 12:30pm on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at Tuloso-Midway Baptist Church, 9774 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410.

Private interment will take place at the Coastal Bend State Veteran’s Cemetery, Corpus Christi, Texas.

A special thank you to Dr. Jonathan Martin, his staff, and Angel Bright Hospice for their wonderful care and support. Sincere thanks to all our friends and family who have given us love and support when we needed it most.

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Willie Haug, Jr. - February 09, 1948 - March 17, 2022

Departed: 03/17/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Willie Haug, Jr, 74, of Odem, TX, entered into eternal rest on March 17, 2022.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who did a lot of stuff but never wanted anyone to know about it.  He did not want any praise or notice even though he touched the lives of many through teaching, coaching at Odem ISD for 33 years, and serving Christ particularly at St. John Lutheran Church in Robstown.

Much of his childhood was spent outdoors, and that love of nature followed him throughout his life.  He was happiest farming, gardening, hunting, and spending hours upon hours at the family ranch in Freer, TX.  He was a thinker who constantly raised questions about all subjects, and his engineering mind enabled him to fix the “unfixable” and accomplish difficult projects with relative ease.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Florine; son, Kevin Haug and wife Dawna; daughter, Laura Van Poppel and husband Scott; grandchildren, Kiera, Kaylee, and Kevin, Jr. Haug and Payton and Ian Van Poppel; brother, Ronnie Haug and wife Jane; and sister, Lucy Haug and friend, Becky Gould as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Estella Haug.

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Lillian McClure - May 20, 1923 - March 17, 2022

Departed: 03/17/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Preceded by: Husband Arthur McClure, Jr, Son Don McClure, Daughter-in-law Dorcyle McClure, Parents Louis & Meta Kott; Brothers: Edward (Gertrude), Victor (Lucille); Sisters: Louise Kott, Dora (Elgin) Schneider, Sidonie (Jack) Evers, Esther (Eugene) Kolmeier.

Survived by: Son Chris (Donna) McClure and Granddaughter Rebecca (Jason) Bryant. And a multitude of nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

Lillian Virginia Kott McClure (also known as Sis, Aunt Litzie, Mom, the “doll lady” and her favorite Grandma) was born in Fredericksburg, TX on May 20, 1923, the 7th child of Louis and Meta Kott. She grew up surrounded by a large family describing her childhood as wonderful. She remembered watching from the gallery as her parents danced at a Ball in the Nimitz Hotel. She also remembered Main Street in Fredericksburg before it was paved and horse drawn wagons on the streets.

After graduating from High School Lillian attended business college in San Antonio staying with sister Esther and husband, Wilburn Durst. Lillian would go to a boarding house next door to play a piano in the parlor. One Sunday afternoon Lillian was in the middle of “Beautiful Dreamer” when a young resident, named Arthur, came running down the stairs to see who was playing. Arthur and Lillian both said it was love at first sight. During their courtship the U.S. entered WWII and Arthur was drafted into the Navy. That didn’t get in their way. Lillian, accompanied by her mother and sister Louise, took the train to Norman, Oklahoma where Arthur was stationed as an instructor at the Naval Aviation Ordinance School. They were married on Saturday June 19, 1943. No Honeymoon, Arthur only had a 2-day pass. Arthur eventually received orders to join the Pacific Fleet and they were again separated until after the war ended. They would not be separated again until Arthur’s death in 2006. A marriage of 63 years.

Lillian and Arthur had two sons. Don was born in 1952 followed by Chris 5 years later. Lillian was a stay home Mom ensuring the boys were fed, clothed (much of which she sewed), educated and active. She was a Den Mother, Bible School Teacher, Band Booster, Little League Booster, Football Booster and drove the boys & friends to may a UIL competition, church activity and campout. One of Chris’ classmates pointed out that Lillian always put on the best birthday parties. She was also a mentor & confidant to some of her nieces and neighborhood girls in Boerne. And when the bills got a little too high, Lillian would take a job. She worked at Community Savings & Loan, the Boerne Utilities Office and for Authors Fritz and Emilie Toepperwein.

Lillian, the “doll lady”, was an avid doll collector which she attributed to not having a daughter. Although Chris did end up with a “Platoon” of GI Joes. The dining room of her home in Leon Valley looked like a museum as it was filled with display cases full of dolls and accessories. Shirley Temple was everywhere! The hobby became a business as she made bisque & porcelain dolls, doll cloths & furniture and did doll repair.

In 1997 Chris married Donna which gave Lillian a granddaughter, Rebecca. Finally, she had a little girl to play dolls with. They attended some doll conventions together. When Becca had International Day at school and was assigned to represent Japan, Lillian dressed both Becca and her American Girl Doll in matching Kimonos. She said that one of her proudest days was watching Becca marry her love, Jason.

Lillian always remained active. Although accepting the use of a cane she would regularly walk the halls and parking lot of Villa Northwest Assisted Living. She pushed the wheelchairs of other residents and helped out the office staff with paperwork and filing. She even drove up until age 95.

Lillian left this world peacefully on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2022. Her son was at her side holding her hand.

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James Edward McMeans, Sr. - June 22, 1928 - March 12, 2022

Departed: 03/12/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: James Edward McMeans, Sr. 93, of Calallen, Texas passed away Saturday, March 12, 2022. He was born June 22, 1928 in Agua Dulce, Texas to Clarence Dixon and Elvarena McCain McMeans and was the eighth of nine children.

Edward graduated from Banquete High School in 1947 where he played and excelled at all sports. After a long career in the oilfield, he retired from Citgo after 36 years. While living in Nueces County, his entire life, Edward was an active school board member at Calallen Independent School District, a long time baseball coach of Oil Belt Little League, and a dedicated member of Grace United Methodist Church. He especially loved all Calallen sports and attended as many baseball and football games that he could, until just recently. He loved the outdoors, and enjoyed hunting, and caring for his small ranch in Orange Grove, affectionately called “the place,” until recently selling to a family friend. Another great love for him, good food and a big gathering of family and friends, always put a smile on Edward’s face. He was so very proud of his family and loved them unconditionally.

Edward is preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Ella Mae Schroeder, Marie Davis, Elvarena Powell and Eddie Belle Carter; his brothers, Lee McMeans, Clyde McMeans, Clarence (Junior) McMeans and Oda (Odie) McMeans.

He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Charlotte Harden McMeans; daughter, Linda Lynch of Magnolia, Texas; his sons, Jimmy (Karla) McMeans of Corpus Christi, Wesley (Patsy) McMeans of Oakville, Texas, “bonus” son, Oscar Zepeda and his wife Zenaida and special friend, Pistol Rosebrock of Oakville, Texas. Edward was also PawPaw to grandchildren, Lori (Furrie) Lynch of Dallas, Texas, Graham (Honey) Lynch of Montgomery, Texas, Cody McMeans of Odem, Texas, Bryan McMeans of Odem, TX, Autumn McMeans of Odem, Texas Billy Reeves of Odem, Texas, Tim (Lilly) Raska of Skidmore, Texas, Josh Salinas of Corpus Christi, Texas, Austin (Lizzie) McMeans of Fort Worth, Texas and Karen (Justin) Robles of Corpus Christi. PawPaw had twelve great-grandchildren with number thirteen arriving this summer. Edward was also blessed with numerous nieces and nephews and many friends, who loved him well.

The visitation with the family present, will begin at 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Friday, March 18, 2022, at Sawyer-George Funeral Home Chapel. The funeral service will be conducted at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Grace United Methodist Church, with Pastor Mark Porterfield officiating. Interment will follow the funeral services at Robstown Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be grandsons, Graham Lynch, Cody McMeans, Bryan McMeans, Billy Reeves, Tim Raska, and Justin Robles. Honorary Pallbearers will be D.W. Herrmann, Oscar Zepeda and Brad Arnold. Those who wish, may make contributions to Grace United Methodist Church, in Calallen, or to the charity of choice.

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Sharon Denise Lawhon - March 07, 1962 - March 10, 2022

Departed: 03/10/2022 (Corpus Christi)

Obituary Preview: Sharon "Dene" went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 10th, at the age of 60. Dene was born in Robstown Texas on March 7th, 1962 to the late Milus Polk Wright III (Chico) and Barbara (Babs) Wright. She grew up in South Texas, attending St. John's Elementary and graduated from Banquete High School.

Dene worked alongside her sister, Gail, at Country Center in Bluntzer, Texas, eventually managing the store until its closure in 2002. Dene and Randy currently reside in Weimar, Texas where they have acreage and cattle. Her most beloved role of all was loving wife, mother, and Nene. Dene was an angel to everyone she met, never knowing a stranger. Throughout the years she has loved, cooked, and taken care of many friends, always opening her heart and her home.

Dene grew up in South Texas alongside six brothers and sisters. Her love of family is powerful and she will deeply miss her talks with Aunt Harry and her hugs from M.P. She often talked about the fun being with all her siblings - Harriett, M.P., Wayne, Gail, Larry, and Tracy.

Dene and Randy were married on March 14th, 1980 at St. Patrick's Church in San Patricio, Texas. They welcomed their daughter, Heather, in September of that same year. They were blessed with a son, Brody, in May of 1985. The childhood Brody and Heather experienced was full of love, laughter, and so much happiness. Dene and Randy have modeled love and marriage through the highs and lows. The example that was set for their children will live on through both of them.

Dene thought life couldn't get any better until she got a taste of her grandbabies. As you can imagine, her heart grew even bigger as she welcomed Abigail, Brennan, and Ryker. The love their "Nene" has given to them in their time together is so incredible. She has another grandbaby on the way whom we know she is holding first in Heaven as he prepares to debut this coming June. These grandbabies will miss her dearly.

Her mother-in-law, Loretta, has loved and cared for Dene as her own since the passing of her mother. She truly enjoyed her time with Loretta, as well as her sister-in-law, Pam. Dene has so many friends for which she is so grateful - Sissy, Rosa, Tina. There are so many people who are important to Dene. She loved big and she loved hard. To her nieces and nephews, whether it was making pancakes, sitting around a campfire, planning a shower, or celebrating a wedding, she loved every moment with each of you. She loved her Round Rock girls - Judy, Julie, Harry, and Chris.

Faith was Dene's guiding light. She prayed and was a devout Catholic her entire life. She instilled the love of God in her family and there is no doubt that she was greeted with His loving arms. We know Aunt Gail was right behind him and she was embraced by so many loved ones we lost too soon.

The coming days and weeks will be tough. Please look for her in the small things. Always say I love you and cherish every moment with your loved ones.

Dene is survived by her husband of 42 years, Randy Lawhon; children, Heather Lynn (Adam) of Furlong, Pennsylvania, Brody (Tricia) of Montgomery, Texas; mother-in law, Loretta (Dennis) Lentz; sister, Harriett (Jimmy) Malek; brothers, M.P. (Chris) Wright, Larry (Lynne) Wright, Tracy (Julie) Wright; her granddaughter, Abigail Denise; her grandsons, Brennan Colt and Ryker Lynn; sister-in-law, Pamela (husband Jon) Thomas; sister-in-law, Karen Wright, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Chico and Babs Wright; her sister, Barbara Gail Wright Malek; brother, Wayne Wright; father-in-law, Edwin Lawhon; brother-in-law, Buddy Malek; brother-in-law, Eddie Lawhon; nephew, Colton Jeff Wright.

Pallbearers are the deer camp crew: Allen Knepper, Reid Amedee, Drew Stacy, John Reed, Bryan Tuttle, John Martinez, and Brennan Lynn.

Honorary Pallbearers are: Bowen Malek, Tyson Malek, Jennifer Stephenson, Colby Malek, Dulcey Fulenwider, Mendy Clark, Wendy Farhart; Brett, Brayden, and Meagan Walters; Jay Anthoy, Joseph, Jayden, and Joshua Clement; the Wright's: Makenzie, Hannah, Caleb, Chisholm , Larry (Deuce), Clara, Cinco, Cullen, and Brandon.

A visitation will begin on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at Sawyer-George Funeral Home from 5:00PM - 8:00PM, with the Holy Rosary being recited at 7:00PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church at 9:30AM. Interment will follow the funeral services at Memorial Park Cemetery in Robstown, Texas.

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In conclusion, Sawyer-George Funeral Home, Inc. is a trusted and compassionate funeral home that has been serving the Corpus Christi community for years. With its rich history, modern facilities, and commitment to excellence, the funeral home provides families with a peaceful and comforting environment in which to say goodbye to their loved ones. If you're looking for a funeral home that will provide you with personalized service, emotional support, and exceptional care, look no further than Sawyer-George Funeral Home, Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, accomplishments, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a permanent record of the person's life and legacy.

Who typically writes an obituary?

In most cases, the family of the deceased or a close friend writes the obituary. Funeral homes or crematories may also offer assistance in writing and publishing obituaries.

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A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about memorial services, donations in lieu of flowers, and other relevant details.

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If you don't want an obituary published, make your wishes known to your family or executor. They can respect your request or discuss alternative ways to share news of your passing with loved ones.

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Absolutely! An obituary is a celebration of the person's life, so feel free to include lighthearted moments or humorous stories that capture their personality.

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You can try searching online archives of newspapers or genealogy websites. Local libraries or historical societies may also have archives of old newspapers that can be searched.

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You're not obligated to respond to every message or comment. Acknowledge kind words with a simple "thank you" or ignore messages that make you uncomfortable.

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It's okay to take your time and seek help from a trusted friend, family member, or professional counselor. You can also consider delaying the publication of the obituary until you're feeling more emotionally prepared.

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Screenshot or print out the obituary for physical preservation. You can also save it digitally by creating a PDF copy or storing it in cloud storage.

Can I create a digital archive of my loved one's life stories and memories?

Yes! Consider creating a digital scrapbook, blog, or website dedicated to sharing stories, photos, and mementos from your loved one's life.

What if I'm concerned about privacy when publishing an obituary?

Balancing privacy concerns with the desire to share news of your loved one's passing can be challenging. Consider limiting personal details or using initials instead of full names for certain individuals mentioned in the obituary.

Can I publish multiple obituaries for the same person in different locations?

Yes, this is common practice if the person had connections to multiple communities or lived in different areas throughout their life.

How do I handle cultural or religious differences when writing an obituary?

Be respectful of cultural and religious traditions when writing an obituary. Research specific customs and protocols related to death announcements within that community.

What if I'm unsure about what information to include in an obituary?

Draft a rough outline with key details and then review it with family members or friends who knew the deceased well. This can help ensure accuracy and inclusiveness.

Can I use an obituary as a way to celebrate my loved one's life rather than just mourning their passing?

Absolutely! An obituary is an opportunity to share stories, memories, and achievements that highlight your loved one's unique spirit and contributions.