Francis "Smokey" William Wilson Ii
Dec 20, 2023
Francis William Wilson II, "Smokey" passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. He was born November 19, 1940 in San Antonio to Ann Mary Lane Wofford and Dr. Francis W. Wilson.
Smokey was a man of many talents to say the least. He proudly served in the United States Navy and then embarked...
John W Schmidt
Dec 12, 2023
John W. Schmidt, 85, of Mission Valley passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023. He was born October 28, 1938 in Mission Valley to J.B. and Delphine Adickes Schmidt. He was an accomplished athlete and graduate of Cuero High School and received a full scholarship to Texas Lutheran University. He married Barbara Berger on June 7, 1964 at Zion Lutheran...
Elizabeth Hope Walker Means
Dec 9, 2023
Elizabeth Hope Walker Means, 93, went to be with her Lord on December 9, 2023, after a life filled with teaching, serving, sharing Christ, loving her family, and working with children. She was born in Lufkin, Texas on August 30, 1930, to Laura and Robert Walker, Sr. After high school; she graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University with...
William Alfred Wendel
Nov 28, 2023
William Alfred Wendel passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023. He was born on February 17, 1938, in Alice to Halley William and Esther Natalia Wilhemina Mathilde Dreier Wendel. William lived a life filled with honor, commitment, and devotion. He served his country with great pride and dedication as a member of the United States Marine Corps. He enlisted...
Jessica Abigail Balandran Chabot
Nov 25, 2023
Jessica Abigail Balandran Chabot, 46, of Cuero passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023. She was born September 24, 1977 in Corpus Christi to Juan Carlos and Abigail H. Balandran Cantu. She graduated in 1996 from Foy H.Moody High School in Corpus Christi. She attended college at Boston University. She worked at Star Market in Boston, RI for many years. ...
Kathy Gay Smith Rangnow
Nov 10, 2023
Kathy Gay Smith Rangnow, 68, of Cuero passed away Friday, November 10, 2023. She was born November 14, 1954 in Corpus Christi to the late James E. and Joan Brown Smith. Kathy married Henry Rangnow on June 24, 1972 at St. John Lutheran Church in Meyersville. Kathy was a loving wife, daughter, mother, and nana. She managed Rangnow Water...
Rosie Marie Williams
Nov 9, 2023
Rosie Marie Williams, 63, of Cuero went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 9, 2023. She was born January 2, 1960 in Cuero to Otto and Dorothy Williams. She worked as a Certified Nurse Assistant for Cuero Community Hospital and she loved helping others. Her grandchildren were her world and she loved them all dearly. She enjoyed...
Pete Paul Slovacek
Nov 5, 2023
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Pete Slovacek Jr., a beloved husband, father, and Vietnam War veteran, who left us on November 5, 2023 at the age of 74. Pete's life was a testament to resilience, courage, and unwavering dedication to his country and loved ones.
Pete was born on August 27,...
June Nell Guenther
Nov 4, 2023
June Nell Guenther passed away on November 4, 2023 at the age of 64. She was born on June 10, 1959 in Cuero to Harry and Roseline Shaffner Guenther of Westhoff. She graduated from Cuero High School and years later she entered college. She graduated summa cum laude from Bee County College with an Associate of Applied Science degree....
Blanche Sari Wofford Burns
Nov 1, 2023
Blanche Sari Wofford Burns of Houston went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Blanche was born November 1, 1932 in Yorktown to the late Ralph and Louise Wofford. After attending Baylor University and majoring in music, Blanche married the love of her life, John Arthur Burns of Cuero on August 24, 1957. They moved...
Bernice Freida Hanke
Oct 29, 2023
Bernice Freida Nitsche Webb Hanke, 81, of Cuero passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023. She was born September 3, 1942 in Cuero to Bernhard and Alvina Rauch Nitsche. She was a member of Hermann Sons, Hochheim Prairie and the American Legion Auxiliary. She worked as a waitress at the American Legion; she had a home daycare, a plant nursery...
Dorothy Jean Hotz
Oct 29, 2023
Dorothy Jean Hotz, 71, of Cuero passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023. She was born June 15, 1952 in Gonzales to the late Dorothy Dees and Robert Mikes Sr. Dorothy married Charles Hotz on December 4, 1970 in Cuero. She was a homemaker, loved her family, cherished time spent with her sons and granddaughters, and was always there to...
James K. "Kin" Marie
Oct 29, 2023
James K. "Kin" Marie, 87, of Cuero passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023. He was born December 4, 1935 in Cuero to Archie F. and Lillian "Merle" Murray Marie. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1955-1959. He cowboyed and also worked for McBride Cattle Company. He married Sandra Leske on October 12, 1963 in Cuero. He...
Pedro Ramirez Martinez
Oct 27, 2023
Pedro Ramirez Martinez went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, October 27, 2023. He was born February 16, 1957 in Karnes City to Pedro Martinez Sr. and Gumecinda Ramirez. He enjoyed fishing and traveling in his younger years.
He leaves behind a daughter, Ashley Klein; a son, Peter Anthony Martinez and sisters, Rebecca Hernandez...
Brandon Caldwell
Oct 26, 2023
On October 26, 2023, our son, Brandon Caldwell's journey on earth ended and his new journey began with our Lord and Savior. He was born August 29, 1995 in Bremerton, Washington to Andrea Caldwell and David Turpin Jr. Brandon enjoyed the simple things in life - working on his cars and small engines. His knowledge and advice was well...
Albert Guajardo Iii
Oct 22, 2023
Albert Guajardo III, 57 of Houston passed away Sunday, October 22, 2023. He was born December 10, 1965 in Cuero to Albert Ray and Delia Saldana Guajardo. He was a journeyman electrician for forty years. He enjoyed fishing, watching the Astros and was a professional dart player.
He is survived by his parents, Albert Guajardo of Cuero...
Betty Jo Stokes
Oct 17, 2023
Betty Jo Stokes, 75, of Cuero passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023. She was born July 16, 1948 in Cuero to Alvin and Mary Pokluda Stokes. She was a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and worked for Cuero Hospitals for forty-one years and was a member of St. Michaels Catholic Church.
She is survived by her brothers, Donald...
David Earl Wimbish
Oct 12, 2023
David Earl Wimbish, 85, of Cuero passed away Thursday, October 12, 2023. He was born November 5, 1937 in Cuero to Oscar Sr. and Callie Battles Wimbish Smith. He was baptized at Macedonia Baptist Church. After graduating from Daule High School in Cuero, David proudly served in the United States Air Force. David retired from Ful-O-Pep Feed Store after...
Andrew Galindo Jr.
Oct 5, 2023
Andrew Galindo Jr, 63, of Cuero passed away Thursday, October 5, 2023. He was born May 17, 1960 in Cuero to the late Concepcion Gonzales and Andrew Galindo Sr. Andy married Lydia Guerra on November 11, 1988 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Cuero. He was a truckdriver for many years until he retired to enjoy time...
Karl Nelsson
Oct 5, 2023
Karl Nelsson, 85, of Cuero passed away Thursday, October 5, 2023. He was born April 14, 1938 in Quincy, Massachusetts to the late Gustave and Janet Tellier Nelsson. Karl enlisted in the United States Navy on April 19, 1955 and was honorably discharged on April 13, 1959. He married Freda Carpenter on April 21, 1962 in Woburn Massachusetts. Karl...
