Obituaries
Recent Obituaries from Cuero, Texas
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...
Joe Sterling Dailey
Oct 5, 2023
Joe Sterling Dailey (Baby Joe) of Houston passed away Thursday, October 5, 2023 at the age of 75. Joe was born April 29, 1948 in Yoakum, Texas to the late Otho and Mary Pearl Dailey.
Joe retired from Richway Transportation Services of Houston as a truck driver.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife,...
Janice Marie Byrd
Sep 30, 2023
Janice Marie Byrd was born on November 13, 1960 to Delmar Clyde "D.C." Byrd, Jr. and Tina Nancy Booker "NB" Marcellus McNary Byrd at the Burns Hospital in Cuero, Texas. She was the youngest of five children. Janice attended John C. French, Hunt, & Daule Elementary, Cuero Junior High and Cuero High School, graduating in 1979. During her high...
Wilma Lou Kenne
Sep 30, 2023
Wilma Lou Fromme Kenne, 88, of Meyersville passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023. She was born May 30, 1935 in Yorktown to Alton and Elda Haak Fromme. She married Denis James Kenne on August 21, 1952 at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Meyersville. She loved to make baked goods and was known for her delicious donuts and...
Lillie Mae Mcelroy
Sep 29, 2023
Lillie Mae McElroy, 79, of Cuero passed away Friday, September 29, 2023. She was born October 12, 1943 in Cuero to Eugene and Elsie Baer Phillips. She loved to bake and cook for loved ones. She enjoyed going to estate sales and having friends in her home. Her passion was being able to give to people.
She...
Paul Mark Vahalik
Sep 24, 2023
Paul Mark Vahalik, beloved husband of Barbara Dlugosch Vahalik, entered eternal rest on September 24, 2023. They shared 49 wonderful years of marriage, creating a lifetime of cherished memories. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Paul was not only a pillar of strength for his family but also a beacon of love and support.
Paul...
Barbara C Mobley
Sep 20, 2023
Barbara C. Mobley, 82, of Cuero passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023. She was born December 6, 1940 in Hornersville, MO to Joseph and Kitty Adkins Cleveland. She married Allen Mobley on October 6, 1961. She worked as an Insurance Clerk at Cuero Medical Clinic for many years. She enjoyed gardening, singing and she loved animals.
She...
Homer Charles Bade Jr.
Sep 18, 2023
Homer Charles Bade Jr., 90, of Cuero passed away Monday, September 18, 2023. He was born December 9, 1932 in San Antonio to Homer and Hertha Windmeyer Bade. He married Lila Eunice Frieda on February 7, 1954 at Zion Lutheran Church in Sublime. Homer worked as a carpenter for the better part of twenty-five years. He enjoyed playing the...
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