The sad news of the death of Dr. U. C. Spencer reached here on Sunday. It occurred at his home in Hempstead on the 21st inst. Elsewhere in this issue will be found resolutions dopted by the friends of the deceaed in this place.

Colorado Citizen, September 29, 1881, page 3

Tribute of Respect

To the W. M. Wardens and Brethren of Caledonia Lodge No. 68, F. & A.M.:
Brethren:

WHEREAS, It has pleased the great Architect of the Universe to take from among his Brethren our beloved Bro. U. C. Spencer, a worthy member of Caledonia Lodge, No. 68, F. & A.M.

Be it resolved, That in the death of our Brother, Masonry has lost a strong support, the Church a faithful worker, and the community an upright and just citizen. Therefore be it

Resolved, That our Lodge and Jewels be draped in mourning, and the members wear the usual badge for thirty days.

Resolved, that our Lodge deeply sympathise [sic] with the afflicted family of our deceased Brother.
Resolved, That a copy of these Resolutions be spread on our record book, and a page be set apart upon which to record his death.

Resolved, That a copy of these Resolutions be sent to the family of our deceased Brother and a copy to the Colorado Citizen and Hempstead Review with request to publish.
Jacob J. Dick Committee
W. S. Delany
Columbus, December 19, 1881
[Place of interment unknown]

Colorado Citizen December 23, 1881
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Spencer, Winnie R. Ford

Graveside Rites For Mrs. Spencer

Graveside services were held Sunday at 5 p.m. in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery for Mrs. Oscar I. Spencer of Hempstead. She died at home in her sleep Friday night. Services were held in Hempstead before her body was brought to Columbus for burial beside her first husband, W. C. Ford.

The Fords lived in Columbus for about 15 years. He was a representative of an Insurance company. He died 7 years ago.

Mrs. Spencer is survived by her 2nd husband and a sister who lives in Mississippi.

The Colorado County Citizen, November 4, 1965
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Spiess, C. Otto

Frelsburg, Feb. 7.--Mr. C. Otto Spiess died at the home of Mr. F. A. Laake on the 3d inst. at the age of 75 years.

His remains were laid to rest in the Lutheran cemetery, Rev. John Harder officiating.

Weimar Mercury, February 16, 1907

Spindler, Herman Adolf

H. A. Spindler Services Are Held Here Saturday

Last rites for H. A. Spindler, founder of a Columbus manufacturing business, were held at Columbus Funeral home Saturday afternoon, with the Rev. Russell Heaner officiating. Burial was in Odd Fellows Rest with graveside services conducted by the Masonic Order.

Mr. Spindler, who was 73 Feb 8, was born in Germany, near Stuttgart, during the Hobenzollern regime. At the age of 14, he was forced to leave school and learn a trade, choosing machinist apprentice. At 19, he left his native land and traveled over the world, serving for awhile in the French Foreign Legion. Soon he got a job on a large passenger and freight ship which brought him to New York. He arrived in Columbus in 1907 and later was married to Miss Lena Reising. For 17 years he worked for the Southern Pacific railroad as foreman of the building and bridges department under the late Charles Glithero. In 1921, he founded Spindler concrete Pipe co.

He was a member of the Methodist church, of the Masons and the Arabia Temple Shrine, also of the American and Texas Concrete Pipe associations and the Texas Ready-Mix association.

He had been in retirement since 1943, when he became partially paralyzed, but he kept his interest in his business and could always be found sitting on the grounds, watching the activity. During his last years, he and his son Leo enjoyed many auto trips and some air trips to all parts of the United States, Mexico and Guatemala. It was only in the past several months that his condition became weakened.

Besides his son, he is survived by his widow; a daughter, Mrs. Leslie King, and 2 grandsons, George and William King.

Pallbearers were Dudley Baker, Robert Huebel, Jack Draper, Ellis Miller, A. L. Foster and Jack Allen.

Colorado County Citizen, March 22, 1956, page 9

Spindler, Lena Marie (Reising)

Mrs. H. A. Spindlier, Lifetime Resident, Is Laid To Rest

Last rites for Mrs. H. A. Spindlier were held at Columbus Funeral home at 3 p.m. Sunday, with the Rev. George Ricker of the Methodist Church officiating. Burial was in Odd Fellows Rest cemetery.

Born in Colorado county near Shaw's Bend, Oct. 10, 1885, Mrs. Spindlier was the former Lena Reising, daughter of Louis and Caroline Schobel Reising. She spent her entire life in the county.

Her marriage to Mr. Spindlier was solemnized Mar. 22, 1909. Mr. Spindlier, a native of Germany, left that country when he was a young man and traveled over the world with the merchant marines before coming to the United States and ultimately to Columbus. First working for the Southern Pacific railroad, he established his own business, now known as Spindlier Concrete Pipe Co., about 1922. Mr. Spindlier died in March, 1956.

Mrs. Spindler's death came in Columbus hospital Friday night, just 2 hours before Mr. Spindler's birthday, which was Feb. 8. She had been in bad health since December.

She was a member of the local Methodist church and of Hermann Sisters lodge.

Survivors include a son, Leo and a daughter, Mrs. Leslie King, of Columbus; 2 grandson, George King, student at Texas A & M college, and Bill King of Columbus, and one brother, Albert Reising of Schulenburg.

Pallbearers were Edgar Litzmann, N. L. Goodwin, Oscar Heneke, Raymond Burger, Cornelius Fowler and Terry William Kotzebue.

Colorado County Citizen, Thursday, February 13, 1958
Transcription by Dennis Boatright

E. C. SRONCE DIES

After an illness of about three month’s duration, E. C. Sronce died Monday morning, April 18 at the age of 87 years and 3 days. He was laid to rest Tuesday afternoon at 4 o’clock in Odd Fellow’s Rest in the presence of his relatives and friends. Rev. W. A. Manley, pastor of the Methodist church conducted the funeral service.

Mr. Sronce had a serious illness about a year ago and for a time it was feared that he would die but he later regained his health and was perfectly well for several months but about three months ago he became ill again and grew steadily worse until death resulted.

Mr. Sronce was born in Newton, Katawha county, North Carolina, April 15, 1934. He came to Texas in 1860 reaching Columbus March 19 of that year. He was married and had one child at that time and intended to go back and bring his family out a little later, but in the mean time the Civil war broke out and in May 1862 he joined the Confederate army, serving with I company, 24th regiment under Captain E. F. Fly until the close of the conflict. During the war he was wounded in the leg and this wound crippled him the balance of his life.

After the close of the war he went back to North Carolina and brought his wife and child back with him.

Mr. Sronce was a cabinetmaker and when he first arrived in Columbus he made furniture and later, when the demand grew so great that he could no longer supply the trade, he began to buy manufactured furniture and sell it. During this time he also made coffins and carried on an undertaking business. During the yellow fever epidemic of 1873 so great was the demand for coffins that he kept two assistants busy all the time in addition to his own work. He remained in the furniture business up to the time of his death.

The deceased leaves a wife and one daughter, Mrs. Laura Love, and three sons, N. E. Sronce, Charles Sronce and W. R. Sronce.

Pall bearers were E. G. Miller, A. A. Gregory, H. Braden, J. E. Hester , J. Alvey Harbert and Wm. Tait.

Colorado Citizen, April 22, 1921, page 1

Sronce, Nell (Dixon)

Nell Dixon Sronce, 80, of Columbus, passed away March 30.

She was born in Dodge, Dec. 4, 1921 to Charles Alfred and Gladys (Roark) Dixon and married Gus Sronce of Columbus in 1941. She started the first kindergarten class in Columbus in 1957 and taught for almost 30 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Columbus where she began the first 3-year-old Sunday school class. She was also an executive committee member of the Colorado County American Cancer Society, Columbus Community Hospital Auxiliary volunteer, member of Friends of the Science Park associated with the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center and leader of the Girl Scouts of America for many years.

She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Sarah and Donald Sanders of Dallas; granddaughters and husbands, Kristie and Geoff Zenick of Chicago, Ill. and Laurie and Sam Sexton of Dallas; sister and brother-in-law, Jane and Joe Cobbs of Dodge; and sisters, Cynthia Smith of Houston, Nancy Dixon of New Orleans, La. and Marion Dixon of Huntsville.

Funeral services were conducted April 3 at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus with the Rev. Dale Jones, nephew of Mrs. Sronce, and the Rev. Sammy Carr officiating. Marsha Miller and Jesse Armstrong provided the music. Interment followed at Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus.

Pallbearers were Tim Cobbs, H. J. (Bubba) Dostal, Stuart Hill, Cecil Jones, Jerry Jones, Bobby Nash, Sam Sexton and Bob Tait.

Honorary pallbearers were Wesley Asher, Arthur Evans, Delmar Fehrenkamp, Philip Gates, John Glithero, Raymond Heine, Charles Jones, Owen Mehrens, Bob Sronce and Geoff Zenick.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Columbus Community Hospital Auxiliary, American Cancer Society or the church of your choice.

Colorado County Citizen, April 17, 2002
Courtesy of the Citizen

Sronce, William Robert Jr.

Sronce

William Robert Sronce, Jr. age. 86, passed away December 14 at his residence in Columbus.

Mr. Sronce was born in Columbus October 3, 1902 to William R. Sronce,. Sr. and Hattie (Auerbach) Sronce.

He married Susan (Nately) [Young] Sronce June 29, 1925.

Mr. Sronce was retired from Texas Construction Material.

Services were held Friday December 16 at Henneke Funeral Home with Rev. Raymond Cox officiating. Burial followed at Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery. Henneke Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Susan Sronce on July 5, 1976. Mr. Sronce id survived by one daughter Margaret (Cookie) Downey of Houston; three - sons, Gus Crockett Sronce of Friendswood, William Robert Sronce Ill of Columbus and Frank Thomas Sronce of Ft. Worth; two sisters, Laura Glithero and Lillian Mehrens both of Columbus; and one brother, Gus L. Sronce of Columbus; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers were W. R. Sronce IV., Donald Wayne Sronce, Earl Downey, Bill Young, Gus Sronce and Bill Davidson.

Colorado County Citizen, December 21, 1988, page 2

Staff, Anselma A. (Thelma?)

FATAL ACCIDENT TO LITTLE BABE
MOTHER AT GARWOOD FINDS BABY DEAD IN BED

The three months old baby daughter, Thelma. of Mr. and Mrs. F. P. Staff, who reside two miles from Garwood, was found dead in bed at their home late Tuesday afternoon when the mother returned to the room after an absence of only a few minutes.

The mother placed the little one on the bed while she went into the yard to meet her husband who was returning from Garwood.

On her return to the room she was horrified to find her little baby dead, having choked itself to death on the rounds of the bedstead. The mattress was a little shorter than the iron bedstead, it is said, and in rolling on the bed the little one rolled between the mattress and the bedstead, catching its little head in the rounds of the bedstead in such a manner that cut off its breathing.

Mrs. Staff was absent from the room only a few minutes, but the little child was dead, though the little form was still warm, when she returned. Every effort was made to revive the child, but to no avail.

The funeral was held at 4 o’clock Wednesday afternoon, interment being made in the Nada cemetery.

Mr. and Mrs. Staff have the sincere sympathy of all the people of the community in their deep sorrow. Eagle Lake Headlight

Weimar Mercury, August 10, 1923

Staff, Ferdinand

A farmer named Staff died at 11 a.m. Thursday of last week, and was buried at St. Michael’s cemetery Saturday morning at 10 o’clock, under the auspices of Oestreich lodge, Hermann’s Sons, of which lodge he was a member. The cause of his death, we are informed, was dropsy. He lived about eight miles southeast of town.

Weimar Mercury, July 8, 1905, page 12

Staff, Raymond

RAYMOND STAFF

GARWOOD - Raymond Staff, 63, of Garwood died Friday, April 14, 1995.

He was born March 8, 1932, in Garwood to the late Frank P. and Mary O. Wesselski Staff. He was a rice farmer.

Survivors: wife, Frances Psencik Staff; daughter, Cynthia Ann Staff, of Plainsboro, N.J.; sons, David Neal Staff, Christopher Allen Staff, both of Garwood; sisters, Tillie Janish of Nada, Clara Kasper and Madelyn Novosad, both of Ganado; brothers, Joe Staff of Taiton and Dan Staff of Ganado.

Preceded in death by son, Gregory Dean Staff and brother, Clem Staff.

Visitation: 9 a.m. today, Triska Funeral Home.

Rosary: 7 p.m. tonight, St. Marys Catholic Church in Nada.

Services: 10 a.m. Monday, at the church, Msgr. Victor Schmidtzinski, assisted by the Rev. James Janish officiating.

Burial: St. Marys Cemetery, Triska Funeral Home, El campo [sic], (409) 543-3681.

Pallbearers: Milton Minarcik, Clarence Eggemeyer, Bobby Staff, Mark Walch, Tim Walch and Jerry Janish.

Victoria Advocate, 16 Apr 1995, page 12A
Contributed by Matt Cross

Staffeldt, Henrietta (Schonfield)

Mrs. Wm. Staffeldt Is Buried in Brune Cemetery

Funeral services were held at the Untermeyer Funeral Home at 2:30 Saturday afternoon for Mrs. William Staffeldt, 83, who died in Columbus Hospital early Friday morning.

Mrs. Staffeldt, the former Henrietta Schonfield, was born in Germany on July 10, 1872. She came to America in December of 1892 and on November 28, 1893, she was married to William Staffeldt at Ellinger. They lived there until 1901 when they moved to their present home in the Shaw’s Bend community.

She had been in ill health for about a year, having recently spent 11 days in the hospital. She was at home one week, when she became seriously ill and was taken back to the hospital the Sunday preceding her death.

Her aged husband of Shaw’s Bend and an older brother in Germany are the only immediate family survivors. A large number of nieces and nephews also survive. The only child, a girl, died in infancy.

Rev. Raymond Durst officiated in the services, and burial was in Brune Cemetery at Shaw’s Bend. Her nephews, Joe Stancik, Hugo Kahlden, Fritz Horndt and Edmund, Alvin and Alfred Schobel were pallbearers.

Submitted by Joyce Stancik

Staffeldt, Wilhelm J. A.

W. J. A. Staffeldt Succumbs at 87

Wilhelm J. A. Staffeldt, 87-year-old retired farmer was laid to rest in the Brune cemetery at Shaw’s Bend yesterday following services at Untermeyer Funeral home here.

Rev. Ray Durst of La Grange conducted the last rites for Mr. Staffeldt who died Tuesday morning in Columbus hospital after a lengthy illness.

He is survived by several nieces and nephews.

Colorado County Citizen, October 18, 1956, page 6

Stafford

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Stahl, Minnie (Rauh)

MRS. JOS. STAHL DIED IN COLUMBUS MONDAY

Mrs. Jos. Stahl of Gonzales died in Columbus Monday after a short illness of influenza. Mrs. Stahl was formerly Miss Minnie Rauh, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Rauh of Columbus and was in that city on a visit to her parents when she was taken ill. She had been married just six months to a day on the day of her death. her husband being in the army service at Camp Travis. Before her marriage, Mrs. Stahl frequently visited in Eagle Lake and had a great many friends here who are grieved to learnof her deth. The remains wr shipped to Gonzales Tuesday afternoon where the funeral was held.

Eagle Lake Headlight, December 14, 1918

Stair, O. H.

Spanish War Vet, Father of Glidden Man, Is Buried

Last rites were held in San Antonio Monday for O. H. Stair, 81, father of D. D. Stair of Glidden, who died Aug. 3 in a San Antonio rest home after an illness of 6 months.

A Spanish-American war veteran, he was buried with military honors in the national cemetery at San Antonio. He was a native of Alabama.

Survivors include his widow, the son at Glidden, 2 other sons, Frank and Daniel of San Antonio and 2 daughters, Mrs. Paul Rust of Fredericksburg and Mrs. Allie B. Day of San Antonio, also 5 children, 18 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Colorado County Citizen, August 11, 1960, page 12

Stall, Anton Joe

Final Rites for Anton Joe Stall, 72, Held Sunday

Funeral services for Anton Joe Stall, 72, a lifelong resident of this area, were held Sunday morning, April 24, at Hubbard Funeral Home, with continued services at St. Michael's Church.

Msgr. A. F. Drozd officiated. Burial was in St. Michael's Cemetery.

A retired farmer, Mr. Stall died last Friday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Elstner, with whom he had lived for 31 years.

Born July 15, 1892, in Fayette County, he was the son of John and Annie Magdalene Stall. A bachelor, he became a foster father to his sister’s children, Fred Elstner and Mrs. Aline Herzik, when their father died. He also acted as guardian for Mrs. Tillie Kosler and Mrs. Lena Ringgenberg, nieces, during several years of their childhood.

These were his only survivors; two brothers and three sisters had preceded him in death.

Pallbearers for Mr. Stall's funeral were Leon Kahlden, Robert Koenig, Stephen Koenig. Stephen Herzik Joe Janak and Morris Rosier.

Weimar Mercury, April 29, 1955, page 1

Stall, Henry

Death of Henry Stall

Last Thursday morning, Dec. 8, at 4 o'clock the death angel again entered the home o Henry Stall of Dubina and death ensued after a lingering illness of several years. It was known to all his relatives and friends that he was in ill health for quite a lengthy period, but. his death was not expected to be so near. One year ago last March, our beloved SavIor took away his precious .little daughter,. Millie, and now her father is with her in the Great Beyond, waiting for their loved ones left. behind, who at some time in the future will go unto them with open arms. to meet their beloved Savior departed ones, Mr. Stall was born in 1871, and besides a widow, leaves a. step-son, and three charming little daughters, two brothers, Joe and Willie Stall, two sisters: Mrs. John C. Smith and Mrs. Matllda Elstner, to mourn his loss. Deceased was laid. to rest in .St. Michael's cemetery Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Our heartfelt sympathy is extended the bereaved ones. May his rest be peaceful.
His Niece

Weimar Mercury, December 18, 1914, page 1

Stall, Joseph F.

Final Rites for Joe F. Stall, 67 Held Here Monday

Funeral services for Joe F. Stall, 67, of Route 1 Schulenburg, were held at Hubbard Funeral Home and St. Michael’s Church here Monday morning, with burial in St. Michael’s Cemetery.

Msgr. A. F. Drozd officiated.

Mr. Stall, who had lived in this general vicinity most of his life, died suddenly while at work on his farm Saturday, of heart disease. His health had not been good for the past two years.

Born at Praha, Texas, he married Miss Agnes Herzik here Feb. 4,1931. They lived first at Dubina, then for 5 years on a farm south of Weimar, and for 8 years in the Sedan section before moving to their present farm north of Schulenburg 4 years ago.

He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church at High Hill.

Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons, Joe F. Stall Jr. and Frank J. Stall, both of Schulenburg; and three sisters, Mrs. S. S. (Mary) Rollins, Mrs. Roy (Mathilda) Palmer, and Mrs. Fred (Lillie) Kosler, all of Weimar. One sister and three brothers preceded him in death, the brothers all as infants.

Pallbearers at the funeral were Anton Kubica, Adolf Nohavitza, Bennie Cernoch, Freddie Anders, Charlie Peterek, and Vaclav A. Herzik.

Weimar Mercury, October 29, 1954, page 1

Stall, Millie

There were two deaths in this section Tuesday morning, both from diphtheria. A 10-year-old daughter of Henry Stahl and wife, who live on route 2, near Dubina [Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery], and Ernest, the 10-year-son of Fritz Beken, Sr., and wife who live a few miles southeast of town, were the victims. To the grief-stricken families the heartfelt sympathy of everybody goes out, in the loss of their bright and beloved children. May the good Father above comfort and console them in their bereavement, is our sincere wish.

Weimar Mercury, March 21, 1913, page 1

Stall, Thekla

AGED LADY OF DUBINA BURIED HERE THURSDAY

Mrs. Thekla Stall, a respected lady of the Dubina community died last week of apoplexy, aged 61 years, and the remains were buried Thursday last at St. Michael’s Cemetery, this city, Rev. Jos. Syzmanski officiating. Mrs. Stall was a widow, born in Austria, and had resided in this section for many years. She was highly regarded by friends and neighbors, and her death is sincerely deplored by all. Our sympathy goes out to her bereaved ones.

Weimar Mercury September 11, 1925

Stall, William

Will Stall Dead.

Will Stall, a well known farmer living a few miles northeast of Weimar, died Sunday and his remains were laid to rest in St. Michael’s Cemetery Monday morning. Mr. Stall was in comparatively good health up to a short time before his death. He was about 35 years old at the time of his death. He was a hard-working, industrious man, and well thought of by all who knew him. He leaves a widow and three children to mourn the death of a kind, good husband and father. OUr heartfelt sympathy goes out to them in their bereavement.

Weimar Mercury, May 6, 1921, page 1

Stallion, "Crip"

Negro Dies

"Crip" Stallion, a negro of about 25 years who has worked for Mr. Ned Burford for some time, died at his home here Sunday morning, under what is thought to be peculiar circumstances.

Crip, in company with six others, was riding in a truck north of Weimar last Thursday evening when the truck bogged down, and the bunch had to get out and push. Finally they got stuck so badly that it was necessary to get assistance. and three of the men went to get help. When they returned they asked Crip to get out and help push, but he said he couldn't help because he was feeling bad. He was suffering badly when they got him home next morning and was in a semi-conscious condition until he died Sunday morning.

Judge H. P. Hahn held an inquest and the matter was brought to the attention of the Grand Jury and an investigation made. The result has not been reported as yet. [Place of interment unknown.]

Colorado County Citizen, Feb 13, 1930.

Stallion, Will

Columbus, Sept. 14.--Will Stallion, a negro, was shot four times this evening by Constable J. E. Hester while resisting arrest on a warrant for burglary with intent to committ criminal assault, issued by Justice Gregory. The shots took effect in the stomach, right shoulder and left wrist, and are considered fatal. The negro succeeded in getting the constable down and disarming him during the fight. Stallion was considered a bad man, and was once before in jail here for several months charged with attempted assault upon a white girl, who was at the time encamped at Glidden while traveling through the country with her parents. In that case the witnesses never returned to testify before the grand jury.

Columbus, Sept. 15.--Will Stallion, the negro shot by Constable Hester while resisting arrest yesterday, died from his wounds at 10 o’clock last night. Justice Gregory held the inquest, and the facts developed substatially as reported in the News. The house where the difficulty occurred showed signs of a desperate struggle, as the bed and other furniture in the room were broken to pieces and covered with blood. Mr. Hester received slight injury. [Place of interment unknown]

Weimar Mercury, September 19, 1903

Stallman, George F. Jr.

George Stallman Buried in Odd Fellows Rest Here

Funeral services were held in the First Presbyterian church of Eagle Lake Tuesday morning for George F. Stallman, who died early Sunday morning at the new Methodist hospital in Houston after an illness of several weeks.

Burial was in Odd Fellows Rest at Columbus.

Mr. Stallman, a lifetime resident of the Garwood community, is survived by his widow, 2 sons, Lawrence and Roy and 4 grandchildren, all of Garwood; a sister, Mrs. B. H. Beckmeyer of Lamarque, and 3 brothers, W. S., Henry and Ed of Garwood.

Pallbearers were his nephews, Ned and Wilton Stallman, Columbus; Neal Stallman, Garwood; Johnny Schneider; El Campo; Max Beckmeyer, Lamarque, and Ed Urbanovsky, Rosenberg

Colorado County Citizen, October 18, 1954

Stallman, Ida Augusta (Walling)

Ida Stallman

Funeral services for Ida Walling Stallman, 91 of Garwood, were held Saturday afternoon at Henneke Funeral Home. Rev. Carl Israel officiated.

Interment was in the Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery.

Mrs. Stallman died Jan. 21 in the Eagle Lake Community Hospital. She had been at the hospital two days.

She was born in Iowa on July 2, 1890, the daughter of John B. and Johanna Osthoff Walling.

She married William August Stallman on Sept. 9, 1913. He preceded her in death on Jan. 6, 1970.

Mrs. Stallman had been a resident of Garwood for 69 years. She was a member of the Lehr [sic] Memorial United Methodist Church in Garwood.

She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Olga Mae Hefner of Garwood; one son, Ned W. Stallman of Columbus; one sister, Mrs. Tillie Struss of Eagle Lake; three brothers, Walter Walling of Brazoria, Fred Walling of Columbus and Carl Walling of Austin; six grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.

Pallbearers were M. G. Lanier, Herbert Engstrom, Harry Engstrom, Eldin Wied, Lawrence Berger and Frank Becak.

Colorado County Citizen, January 28, 1982

Stallman, Neal

Stallman

Neal Stallman, 76, passed away Thursday, March 25, after a lengthy illness at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital in Houston.

Hel was born in Garwood June 14, 1927 to Ed and Rosina Stallman. He was a second-generation rice farmer and rancher, and designer, builder and principal owner of Stallman Dryer in Garwood. He was an entrepreneur and designed numerous mechanical devices, which are currently in use. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Sealy.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Pauline Foley; and brother, Wilton Stallman.

He is survived by his wife, Gradine; daughters Connie Stone of Humble, Karen Baxter of Dallas and Carmen Stallman of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; son, Seth Stallman of Katy; stepdaughters Gayle Krejci of Matagorda, Jackie Brady of Rosenberg; stepsons, Lowell Gage Jr. of Richmond, Grady Gage of Rosenberg, Texas, Dan Gage of Richmond; sisters, Edrie Flowers of San Marcos and Rosemary Staudt of East Bernard; nine grandchildren; and 16 step-grandchildren.

Funeral Services were conducted March 28, at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus. Interment followed at Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus.

Pallbearers were Lew Fleming, Tom Stallman, Mitchel Smith, Barron Stone, Richard Stone and Dave Gunlock.

The Colorado County Citizen, March31, 2004
Courtesy of The Citizen

Stallmann, Roy Robert

Stallman

Roy R. Stallman, Sr., 82, of Columbus passed away peacefully while asleep at his home on Saturday, June 14. Born on April 28, 1926 in Yorktown, Texas to George F. Stallman and Clara Schmeeckle Stallman, Roy grew up in the country near Garwood, Texas. He graduated from Garwood High School and attended the University of Texas in Austin where he played trombone in the UT Longhorn Band.

After serving in the U.S. Army in World War II, Roy began farming with his father in 1946, thus beginning a lifelong career as a rice farmer and rancher.

Roy and Ann Carrington were married on July 1, 1950 resulting in 58 wonderful years spent as husband and wife.

Roy believed in investing in his community and did so in both Garwood and Columbus by his involvement with the following organizations: Garwood Lions Club, American Legion Post 442, the Columbus ISD Board of Trustees, the Columbus Community Hospital Board of Trustees and the Colorado County Soil and Water Conservation Dist-rict 333. He also served as director and president of the Colorado County Farm Bureau and as a member of the national American Farm Bureau Rice Commodity Advisory Co-mmittee.

He was active in his church, St. Paul Lutheran Church, serving as a Sunday School teacher for high school students for many years. He also served as president of the St. Paul Lutheran Church Council.

He had a life long passion for the outdoors and enjoyed many years as an avid hunter.

Roy was a loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

He is survived by his wife, Ann Stallman of Columbus; brother Lawrence Stallman and wife Janette of Seguin, TX; son Bob Stallman and wife Stacey Bryan of Columbus; son Don Stallman and wife Toni of Trinidad, CO; daughter Patti Hill and husband Mark of Columbus. He is also survived by five grandchildren: Angela Kulhanek and husband Devin of Katy, TX; Kimberly Willingham and husband Daniel of Katy, TX; Stacey Lowe and husband Kirk of Pflugerville, TX; Julia Hill of Austin, TX, and Christopher Hill of Columbus. Roy was the proud great-grandfather of Ashley, Brooke, Blake and Aaron Kulhanek and Kinley and Cole Willingham.

The family received visitors on Monday, June 16, from 5-7 p.m. at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus. A celebration of the life of Roy Robert Stallman, Sr. was held on Tuesday, June 17 at his home church of St. Paul Lutheran Church followed by a graveside ceremony at Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus. Reverend Jeffrey Marsh officiated. Serving as pallbearers were: Christopher Hill, Karl Hill, Stuart Hill, Carl Johnson, Devin Kulhanek, Kirk Lowe, Richard Wessels and Daniel Willingham.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations to commemorate Roy's life be made to: St. Paul Lutheran Church, PO Box 267, Columbus, Texas 78934 or Columbus Community Hospital Foundation, PO Box 865, Columbus, Texas 78934.

Roy leaves his family and a host of friends with the honorable legacy of the importance of hard work and involvement in one's community and a great love of the land. His love, wit and sense of humor will be greatly missed.

Colorado County Citizen, June 18, 2008
Courtesy The Citizen

Stallman, Ruby Lee (Hohensee)

Stallman

Ruby Lee Hohensee Stallman, age 84, died Friday, January 18, 2008 in Weimar, TX. She was born August 24, 1923 in St. John's, Texas, but had been a resident of Colorado County since 1936.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ned William Stallman, her parents, Louis and Martha Kellner Hohensee, brother, Leslie James and an infant brother, and a grandson, Cory Christen.

She is survived by her son, Michael Wayne Stallman and wife Patricia Jean of Houston; daughter, Patricia Marie Christen and husband Ben of Weimar; grandsons, Adam and David Stallman and granddaughter, Katie Christen. Also, a sister, Vernell Antell and husband John of Houston and brother, Vernon "Chick" Hohensee and wife Barbara of Fayetteville; and several nieces and nephews.

Ruby Lee graduated from Columbus High School in 1941 and married Ned on May 15, 1944. She was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. After high school, Ruby Lee was busy many years performing clerical duties. This included working at the Colorado County District Clerks Office, Massey and Hodges Law Firm, and the Colorado County Selective Service during WWII. Before retiring in 1987, she worked for the Elliott and Waldon Abstract Company. She was a familiar face at the Colorado County Court-house for many years.

One of her greatest joys after retirement was attending the local music Oprys. She enjoyed music and made many friends, young and old, during this time.

Funeral services took place Monday, Jan. 21, 2008 at 10:00 AM at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus with Father John Bily officiating. Interment followed in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus.

Pallbearers were grandsons, Adam and David Stallman, nephews, Kurt, Scott and Blake Hohensee, and Godson, Chris Stein. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

Colorado County Citizen, January 23, 2008
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Standley, Camella Golden (Coats)

Services Held October 28 for Camella Standley

Graveside services for Camella Golden (Coats) Standley, 97, were held Saturday, October 28, at the Masonic Cemetery with the Brother Jerry Adkins officiating.

A resident of Parkview Manor, Mrs. Standley died on October 27 at the Colorado -Fayette Medical Center of pneumonia.

Mrs. Standley was born November 4, 1897 to N. B. and Carmella Victoria (Golden) Coats in Alvord, Texas. On June 14, 1921, she married Dr. Cade B. Standley in Frederick, Oklahoma.

She attended Frederick High School and Baylor University. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Wichita Falls. She was a resident of Wichita Falls from 1927 to 1975 and has resided in this area since that time.

Survivors include a daughter Betty (Standley) Brasher and husband, Jack Brasher of Weimar; grandchildren, Ann Brasher West and husband, Greg, of Mt. Laurel, New Jersey, Marilyn Brasher Hollar and husband, David, of Katy, John Michael Brasher of Houston and James Everett Brasher of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; greatgrandchildren, Laura Elizabeth West, Sarah Frances West, Katherine Ann West, Jonathan Brasher West, all of Mt. Laurel, New Jersey, Charles Griffith Hollar of Austin and Neal Calcote Hollar of Katy, John Everett Brasher and Hugh Scott Brasher, both of Katy and Christopher Neal Brasher of Brenham.

Mrs. Standley was preceded in death by two brothers, Clarence Coats and Terrell Coats.

Weimar Mercury, November 2, 1995, page 2

Stanley, James “Jim”

WEIMAR LOCAL MATTERS

Quite a number of our citizens went to Columbus Friday last, to witness the hanging of that poor wretch, James Stanley, and speak in the highest terms of our noble Sheriff, J. L. Townsend, in the decent and effective manner in which he performed his official duty in this matter. His kindness towards the prisoner was noticed by all, yet his cool demeanor on that occasion stamped him the brave Christian gentleman that he is. Few men can perform that duty with the same nerves. [Place of interment unknown]

Colorado Citizen, October 25, 1883

Stanley, Jerry (Bryant)

Stanley

Mrs. Jerry Stanley born November 21, 1913, [daughter of Thomas and Pearl Bryant] went to be by the Lord's side on February 23, 2008. Jerry was a woman of very strong faith and we know that she is at peace with her Lord and Savior. Jerry distinguished herself through her faith in God and her Christian principles in her work as well as in all other aspects of her life. She was a servant leader, a selfless person who devoted her life to her faith, family and friends. Jerry will always be remembered by her friends and loved ones for her generous spirit and countless hours of service. She was a long time member of Taylor United Methodist Church, Oakland, Ca and most recently at St Paul United Methodist Church, Columbus,Tx.

Her favorite scripture was Proverbs 3:3-6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."

After moving to Oakland, Calif. in 1943, she operated Stanley's Beauty Shop where she unselfishly gave her time to help her customers realize their own inner and outer beauty.

Jerry leaves behind many friends and family that will continue to love her and delight in fond memories of her. She will be remembered most as a devoted Christian, her untiring work ethic, her love of helping others, for her giving and unselfish personality. In 2000, she returned to Columbus, Tx. to spend her retirement years with her niece, Dorothy Fitzgerald.

Jerry was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Stanley.

She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Jewell Bryant, Oakland, Calif. and many cousins.

The funeral services will take place at 1:30 pm, Friday, February 29, 2008 at Harris Funeral Home in Berkeley, Ca. Interment will follow at Rolling Hills Memorial Park, Rich-mond, Calif.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in memory of Jerry Stanley to the Building Fund at St Paul United Methodist Church or the Columbus Community Hospital Auxiliary.

Colorado County Citizen, February 27, 2008
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Stansbury, James H.

S.P. BRAKEMAN KILLED

Columbus, Texas, July 28, --James Stanbury[sic] of Glidden, a Southern Pacific brakeman, had his legs crushed at that place yesterday morning while coupling cars, and though he was placed on a train and started for the company hospital at Houston, he died soon after the journey was begun and his body was returned home for burial. He was 28 years old and is survived by his widow and a four-year old son. [Interment in Odd Fellows Rest]

Weimar Mercury, August 3, 1917

Stansbury, John M.

John M. Stansbury, 69, a former area resident and the son-in-law of Mrs. Otto Klimple of Columbus, died Thursday, April 7, 1994.

A graduate of Baylor University he ministered in several Baptist churches during his lifetime. He was married to the former Frances Lavine Klimple, daughter of Mrs. Kimple and the late Otto Klimple Sr.

Funeral services were held Saturday, April 9, at Easthaven Baptist Church in Houston with Dr. Bruce Presto officiating. Interment followed Saturday in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Columbus.

Pallbearers were Robert L. Earthman, W. R. Chenault, John Neely, Harvey Tulloch, Floyd Givens, Otto Klimple, Willard Manuel and Jerry Janosek.

He is survived by his wife; a daughter, Sheryl Canmpise and husband Cris of Houston; son, Stephen A. Stansbury and wife Lovelyn of Conroe; and grandchildren Matthew, Jordan, Rachel and Heather.

Mr. Stansbury was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter, Kayla.

Colorado County Citizen, April 13, 1994
Translated by Dennis Boatright

Stansbury, John Milton

J. M. Stansbury, 63, Local Resident Since 1954,Dies

J. M. Stansbury, a Columbus resident since May, 1954, was buried last Saturday in Odd Fellows Rest cemetery following services in Columbus Funeral home at 2 p.m.

Rev. L. W. Crouch of El Campo officiated at the last rites.

Mr. Stansbury died last Thursday in Youens hospital at Weimar.

He was a member of the Glidden Baptist church and was active in all phases of church work and was ordained deacon for several years. A son, Rev. John M. Stansbury Jr. of Houston was formerly pastor of the Glidden church.’

Mr. Stansbury was born Aug. 20, 1895 in Longview and married Susie McLeod Jan. 25, 1924. He worked for Gulf Oil co. at Port Arthur for 25 1/2 years. He served overseas during World War I.

Survivors include his widow; a son; one brother, George S. Stansbury of Columbus; a daughter-in-law and granddaughter.

Pallbearers were J. K. Wallace, E. E. Besch, O. A. Miller, Stanley Novak, Harvey Hope and A. G. Reeves, all of Glidden.

Colorado County Citizen, February 19, 1959, page 10

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Staten, Jerry

Rites Set for Deputy Staten At Eagle Lake

Funeral services were scheduled for Wednesday at Eagle Lake for deputy Sheriff Jerry Staten, who died January 9 after three days in the Eagle Lake hospital.

Burial was to be held in the Vox Populi [Chartie Williams Community] cemetery.

Staten had been a special deputy for a number of years.

Weimar Mercury, January 15, 1976
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Staten, John Leonard Jr.

John Leonard Staten, Jr.

John Leonard Staten, Jr. went to be with the Lord on Monday morning, October 16.

He was born December 10, 1945 in Sugar Land, the son of John L. Staten, Sr. and Beatrice Robinson.

John worked as Executive Chef for Jo Jo'sRestaurant.

His parents; and a sister, Irene Russell, preceded him in death.

John leaves to cherish his memory a loving sister, Hattie B. Wilson; brothers, Donald L. Hall and Jackie Robinson; children, Gregory Staten of Los Angeles, California, LaFonda Staten and Keith Ross of Houston, Toni Middleton of Pearland, John Wright and Tonya Wright of El Campo; former wives, Joice Strawder and Nan McGrew; a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services were held Friday, October 20 at 1 p.m. from St. Paul United Methodist Church in Columbus with Rev. Martin Williams, officiating. Interment followed in Willing Workers Cemetery in Columbus. Final arrangements were entrusted to Ben Davis Funeral Home in Columbus.

Pallbearers were Henry Ford, Kirk Glen, Alex Marshall, Ronald Russell, David Tillman and Don Walker.

Honorary pallbearers were Keith Ross, Gregory Staten and John Wright.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss. 

Eagle Lake Headlight, October 26th, 2006
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Stavinoha, Christine C. (Bertsch)

Stavinoha Funeral Services

Funeral Services for Christine C. Stavinoha of Industry were held from Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus Monday. January 18. 1993 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Dennis Keen officiating.

Burial was in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus.

Mrs. Stavinoha passed away January 16 in Trinity Medical Center in Brenham. She was 71 years of age.

Born in Fayette County December 20, 1921, she was the daughter of Edward and Celie (Cernota) Bertsch. She married Louis Stavinoha December 5, 1935 and was a housewife and lifetime resident of the Austin County area.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Doris and H. L. Daughtrey of Industry: ex-husband, Louis Stavinoha of La Grange: grandsons and wives, Herman and Betty Ann Daughtrey and Edward and Kathy Daughtrey, all of Industry and Alan and Kathy Daughtrey of Weimar; great grandchildren. Lynn, Diana, Herman III, Sandra Daughtrey, Michael and Jessica Daughtrey. Shawn, Amy Chrystal Morris.

Pallbearers were Edward Daughtrey, Michael Daughtrey,

Shawn Morris, Alan Daughtrey, Herman Daughtrey, Herman Daughtrey III and Michael Wick.

New Ulm Enterprise, January 21, 1993, page 6

Stavinoha, Christopher Alan

Vehicle accident takes life of '94 CHS graduate
By Cyndi Wright, Managing Editor

A 31-year-old East Bernard man died early Wednesday after his pickup struck an 18-wheeler head on, according to Texas Department of Public Safety.

Christopher Stavinoha was pronounced dead at the scene.

The truck driver, 41-year-old Ryan Parsons of El Campo, was taken for treatment to El Campo Memorial Hospital and released.

The wreck south of Wharton occurred at 2:36 a.m. Wednesday when Stavinoha was driving his 2002 Ford pickup northbound in the southbound lane, DPS said. His pickup hit the 2005 Sterling truck tractor that was towing a van head-on, according to the DPS accident report.

The tractor trailer rolled over in the median and blocked all four lanes of U.S. 59.

Stavinoha was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle.

According to DPS, the accident is still under investigation and they are awaiting the results of an autopsy.

Colorado County Citizen, March 6, 2007
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CHRISTOPHER ALAN STAVINOHA
January 29, 1976- February 28, 2007

Services for Christopher Alan Stavinoha, 31, of Louise were held March 3 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Columbus with Father Dan Kahlich officiating.

Burial followed at St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery in Columbus.

Stavinoha died Feb. 28 in an automobile accident near Wharton.

He was born on Jan. 29, 1976, in Wharton, the son of Donald Lee Sr. and Mildred Marie Machart Stavinoha.

Stavinoha had been a resident of Louise for the past two years and was a former resident of Palacios. He was of the Catholic faith.

Survivors include his son; Chase Andrew Stavinoha of East Bernard; parents of Palacios; four sisters and two brothers-in-law, Carol Ann and Benny Husinecky Jr., Karen Sue and Douglas Eugene Koehler, all of Wharton, Sandra Jean Graeber of Hungerford, and Tina Marie Stavinoha of Bay City; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Donald Lee "Buddy" and Trudi Stavinoha, Kevin Lee and Christina Stavinoha, all of Columbus, and Jody and Amy Stavinoha of Wharton: and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Eddie Russell, Bradley Stancik, Kyle Lewis, Stephen Dirba, Johnny Gresham, Dan Mazza, Ray Stavinoha and Frank Miculka.

Honorary pallbearers were his son, Chase, brother, Riley Henke, and all his nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions can be made to Chase Andrew Stavinoha Trust Fund, c/o First National Bank, East Bernard Branch, P.O. Box 460, East Bernard, TX 77435. .

Wharton Funeral Home, Wharton, director.

Banner Press, March 8, 2007

Christopher Stavinoha

Christopher Alan Stavinoha, age 31, of Louise, died early Wednesday morning, Feb. 28, 2007, in an automobile accident near Wharton. He was born on Jan. 29, 1976, in Wharton the son of Donald Lee Stavinoha Sr. and Mildred Marie Machart Stavinoha.

Mr. Stavinoha had been a resident of Louise for the past two years and was a former resident of Palacios. He was Catholic by faith and enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and spending time with his son, Chase.

A Rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2007, at the chapel of Wharton Funeral Home and a Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. today, Saturday, March 3, 2007, at St. Anthony?s Catholic Church in Columbus with Rev. Dan Kahlich officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Anthony?s Catholic Cemetery in Columbus.

Survivors include his son; Chase Andrew Stavinoha of East Bernard; parents, Donald Lee and Mildred Marie Stavinoha Sr. of Palacios; sisters and brothers-in-law, Carol Ann and Benny Husinecky Jr., Karen Sue and Douglas Eugene Koehler, all of Wharton, Sandra Jean Graeber of Hungerford, Tina Marie Stavinoha of Bay City; brothers and sisters-in-law, Donald Lee “Buddy” and Trudi Stavinoha, Kevin Lee and Christina Stavinoha, all of Columbus, Jody and Amy Stavinoha of Wharton. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Pallbearers are Eddie Russell, Bradley Stancik, Kyle Lewis, Stephen Dirba, Johnny Gresham, Dan Mazza, Ray Stavinoha and Frank Miculka.

Honorary Pallbearers are his son Chase, and his brother Riley Henke and all of Chris’ nieces and nephews.

In lieu of usual remembrances the family requests memorials to the Chase Andrew Stavinoha Trust Fund, c/o First National Bank, East Bernard Branch, P.O. Box 460, East Bernard, TX 77435.

Funeral services are under the direction of the Wharton Funeral Home.

Wharton Journal-Spectator OnLine, March 3, 2007
Submitted by Matt Cross

Stavinoha, Emma (Ohnheiser)

Stavinoha

Emma Stavinoha, 86, of Glidden passed away Oct. 19 at Colorado-Fayette Medical Center in Weimar.

She was born in Swiss Alp, March 13, 1917 to Edward and Anna (Billeck) Ohnheiser and married Victor J. Stavinoha, Oct. 11, 1939.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; eight brothers; and five sisters.

She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Margaret and Robert Cooper of Sealy; sons and daughters-in-law, LeRoy and Marilyn Stavinoha of Katy and Gary and Patty Stavinoha of Mentz; sisters, Martha Krause of Schulenburg, Olga Schuetze of El Campo, Elsie Krhovjak of Glidden; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

A rosary is planned for 7 p.m. Oct. 21 at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10 a.m., Oct. 22 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus with Fr. Dan Kahlich officiating. Interment will follow at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Columbus.

Pallbearers were Blake Newson, Shawn Cooper, Timothy Faltysek, Clinton Nierlich, Michael Ohnheiser and Edwin Stavinoha.

Colorado County Citizen, October 22, 2003
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Stavinoha, Florian

F. Stavinoha Funeral Services Held Jan. 25

Florian (Flo) Stavinoha, 74 of Weimar died Jan. 22 at his home. Funeral services were held Thursday, Jan. 25 at St. Michael Catholic Church with Father John Bily officiating.

Interment followed at St. Michael Cemetery.

Florian was born July 29, 1932 in Hostyn to Edmond and Betty (Kallus) Stavinoha.

Flo attended Schulenburg High School.

He was in the Army from Jan. 27, 1955 to Jan. 27, 1957.

Florian married Bernice (Liska) Stavinoha.

Flo was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council No. 2153; American Legion No. 0259; and was the director of the New Bielau Community Center.

He was very active in supporting the local youth. He touched many young men's and women's lives through his generosity by supporting various FFA and 4-H projects in Colorado, Fayette, Fort Bend and Harris Counties. He was also a supporter of St. Michael Church and School.

Flo retired in 1998 in Weimar where he was active as a farmer, rancher, hunter, sausage maker, gardener, custom cabinet maker and trim, and carpenter.

He was a very fun loving guy who loved to entertain family and friends with fish fries, crawfish boil, Bar-B-Ques, etc.

Florian lived in this area for 30 years. He was raised in Ammannsville and also lived in Houston from 1949-1995, and Stafford from 1995-1996.

He is survived by his wife, Bernice Stavinoha of Weimar; and children, Donnie Stavinoha and wife Sue Ann of Richmond, Michael Stavinoha and wife Edna of Columbus, Nancy Kalan of San Antonio, and Diane Sciba and husband Bill of Columbus.

He is also survived by his brothers, Thomas Stavinoha of Weimar, Felix Stavinoha of High Hill, Pete Stavinoha of Ammannsville, LeRoy Stavinoha of Houston, and Eddie Stavinoha Jr. of Houston; sisters, Ceil Weyand and husband Lester of Cypress, Katherine Stavinoha of Stafford, and Betty Wagner and husband Melvin of Round Rock; and seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Fran Stavinoha; son, Cecil Stavinoha; grandson, Justin Stavinoha; and father, Edmond Stavinoha.

Pallbearers were Casey Stavinoha, Hadley Sciba, Billy Sciba, Dennis Stavinoha, Mark Stavinoha, Tim Stavinoha, Manual Martinez and Keith Wagner.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael Church or School, Hospice of South Texas, or charity of your choice.

Weimar Mercury, February 1, 2007, page 2A

Stavinoha, J. F.

Data Regarding Mr. J. F. Stavinoha’s Life

Mr. J. F. Stavinoha of Ammannsville, who died Jan. 5th, 1930, in Weimar at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Emil Hluchanek, was buried at Ammannsville, Revs. Szymanski of Weimar and Raska of Ammannsville officiating.

By occupation Mr. Stavinoha was a farmer and carpenter. Some twenty-five years ago he lost one of his eyes while doing carpenter work. All of his children were given a start in life for themselves. About two years ago he removed from his farm to the city of Ammannsville.

Mr. Stavinoha was born Oct. 12, 1858 in Zabreau, Moravia, Austria, being a son of Peter Stavinoha. He came to Texas at the age of 16 years. He was married to Miss Annie Adamcik Nov. 6, 1879. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary two months ago, on Nov. 4th 1929. To this union eleven children were born, all of whom survive, as follows: Emil of Rosenberg, Alert and Fred of Fairchilds, Joe of Ganado, Adolph of Temple, George of LaGrange, Jim of Ammannsville, Mrs. Lillie Horak of Needville, Mrs. Mary Hluchanek of Weimar, Mrs. Martha Bohac of Ammannsville and Mrs. Della Kristek of Weimar. Mr. and Mrs. Stavinoha are also the grandparents of forty children. Mr. Stavinoha lost by death three sisters and one brother. Two brothers still survive – Cyril of Jourdanton and Adolf of near Ammannsville; also one sister, Mrs. Agnes Barta of Jourdanton.

Truly a grand good character has passed from among us!

Weimar Mercury, January 17, 1930
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Stavinoha, Theresia (Berger)

Final Rites for Mrs. J. Stavinoha Here Tuesday

Mrs. Joseph E. Stavinoha, 68, of Ganado, mother of Werner J. Stavinoha of Weimar, was buried in St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery here Tuesday morning, July 11, after services at Psencik Funeral Home and Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Ganado.

Rev. Wm. Halata officiated in the Ganado rites, Rev. Albert Hubertus at the graveside.

Mrs. Stavinoha died at 5:50 p.m. Sunday, July 9, at Mauritz Memorial Jackson County Hospital in Ganado, where she had been a patient five and a half weeks.

The former Theresia Berger, she was born August 16, 1898, at Weimar, a daughter of Joseph and Theresia Kasper Berger, and was married here to Mr. Stavinoha on October 2, 1916. They lived here until 1924, and after a year at Moulton and two and half years at Edna they settled at Ganado, where Mr. Stavinoha went into the dry goods business. They have lived there since.

Mrs. Stavinoha was a member of Assumption Church, the CDA, the Parish Sewing Circle, the KJZT, and the VFW Auxiliary.

Surviving in addition to her husband and her son are two grandchildren, Peter Kim and Ann Stavinoha of Weimar; one brother, Joe Berger of Weimar; and one sister, Mrs. Albert (Emma) Grohmann Sr. of Weimar. Two sisters, Mrs. Ida Hartensteiner and Mrs. Millie Polk, preceded her in death.

Pallbearers were George Berger, Wilbur Grohmann, John A. Hajovsky, Joe Hartensteiner, all of Weimar; Albert Farris of Ganado; and Teddy Stavinoha of Rosenberg.

The Weimar Mercury, July 13, 1967
Submitted by Sandra Long Anders

Stavinoha, Werner J.

W. J. Stavinoha Services Held On Aug. 16

Longtime Weimar attorney and civic leader Werner J. Stavinoha age 79, died on Wednesday, Aug. 13, after a brief illness.

He was born Aug. 6, 1918 in Weimar to Joe E. Stavinoha and Theresia Berger Stavinoha.

He attended St. Michael School in Weimar and public schools in Ganado.

Stavinoha served in the U.S. Navy in World War II.

On Dec. 27, 1947, he married Beverly Welch in Crockett.

He enrolled in Rice University for Pre-Law, graduated from the University of Texas School of Law and was licensed to practice law in 1950.

Stavinoha was a member of the' Colorado County Bar and Fayette County Bar Associations, and was licensed to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, beginning on January 18, 1961.

He was a member of the third and fourth degree Knights of Columbus, having served as Grand Knight of the Local Council, Local and State Advocate and District Deputy.

He had served as a member of the St. Michael Church Board, as well as the Hospital Board.

He had a number of other civic affiliations including Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Weimar Development Foundation.

He was a past-president of the Weimar Rotary Club and served as Weimar City Attorney for many years.

Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Beverly; daughter, Ann of Boulder Creek, Calif.; son, Peter Kim and wife, LuLu of Dallas,. and three grandsons, Clarke, Hudson, and Peter.

Rosary was recited Friday, Aug. 15, with funeral Mass being celebrated Saturday, Aug. 16, at St. Michael Catholic Church, with Father John Bily officiating.

Burial was in the parish cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers were Wilbur Grohmann, Jr., Donald Grohmann, Pat Hluchanek, Sam Pitts, Jr., William Brink, and Alfred Robinson.

Honorary pallbearers were John Hajovsky, Henry Herder, and Eugene Vacek.

Weimar Mercury, August 21, 1997

Stearns, Robert Franklin Sr

Robert F. Stearns Sr.

SHERIDAN - Robert Franklin Stearns Sr., 70, of Sheridan, died Sunday, May 9, 2004.

He was born April 9, 1934, in Nashua, N.H., to the late Ralph and Prudence Downing Stearns. He was a veteran of the Korean conflict.

Survivors: wife, Sarah Stearns; daughters, Michelle and Joann; stepdaughters, Cyndi, Kathy, and Juli; sons, Ronnie Stearns and Raymond Stearns; 12 grandchildren; four stepgrandch

Preceded in death by: sons, Roger Stearns and Robert Stearns Jr.; sister, Marie Stephenson; and brothers, Ralph Stearns and David Stearns.

Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Cheetham Cemetery in Sheridan, the Rev. Leon Smothers officiating. Kubena Funeral Home, Hallettsville, 361-798-3271.

Victoria Advocate online, May 11, 2004

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Steen, Hattie (McCarty)

Card of Thanks

We wish to take this method in thankng our many friends for their kindness during the illness and passing of our mother, Mrs. Hattie Steen. We expecially want to thank Dr. James Wooten and the nurses, also the Davis Funeral service and Rev. Carl Evans. May God bless each of you.
Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Mack (Daughter)
Stokes Johnson
Lonnie Ahton Family
Alberta Taylor Family
[Interment in Willing Worker Cemetery]

Colorado County Citizen, August 29, 1963, page 12

Steffek, Florian

Florian Steffek, Sr., 84, Dies Wednesday, Funeral Friday

Florian Steffek, Sr., 84, died Wednesday in the Schulze Hospital in Schulenburg on Wednesday, following an operation Tuesday. Funeral arrangements have been made for Friday morning from the Hubbard Funeral Home here, with services to he held in St. Michael's Church at 9:30 o'clock. Msgr. Jos. Szymanski will officiate. Interment will be in St. Michael's Cemetery.

Mr. Steffek had been ill about one week when he was taken to the hospital for an operation. He was a farmer by occupation.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. Florian Steffek, he was born in Moravia. Europe, in the year 1861 and came to this country in 1903. He was united in marriage to Miss Mary Kalmus in 1886, and to this union four children were born. He was a member of the Catholic Church and the S. P. J. S. T. Lodge.

Survivors include three sons, John Steffek Fred Steffek and Florian Steffek, Jr. One daughter, Mrs. Fritz Genzer, preceded him in death. He had a brother who when last heard from lived in Europe, and it is not known whether he is still alive or not,

The Mercury extends condolence to the bereaved family.

Weimar Mercury, September 14, 1945, page 1

Steffek, Fred F.

Fred Steffek Funeral Held Here Sec. 11

Funeral services for Fred F. Steffek, 95, a resident of River Oaks Convalescent Center in Columbus were held Thursday, Dec. 11, from St. Michael's Catholic Church, with burial in the parish cemetery. Father Charles Carolan officiated.

Steffek, a retired farmer, died Dec. 10, at 10 a.m. in the convalescent home where he had lived the past 15 years.

Born Nov. 28, 1891, in Nyrkovice, Austria, he was a son of Florian and Mary (Kalmus) Steffek. He and his family came to America when he was 13, landing in Galveston in September 1903 and settling near Dubina. Later they moved to southeast of Weimar.

Steffek married Frances Kroboth in 1915 at St. Michael's Catholic Church. They lived near Borden and moved to Holman in 1920. He was a member of SPJST.

Mrs. Steffek died in 1937. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Bennie (Elsie) Rerich of Weimar; a son, George Steffek of Richmond, Va.; three granddaughters and two great-grandchildren. A sister and two brothers preceded him in death.

Serving as pallbearers were Jeff Cernoch, John Hajovsky, Jim Hluchanek, Ray Janacek, Jimmie Mazoch and Joe Wick.

Weimar Mercury, December 18, 1986
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Steffek, Mary (Kalmus)

FINAL RITES ARE HELD FOR MRS. STEFFEK

Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Steffek, 75, a thirty-seven-year resident of Weimar area whose death occurred Monday at the family home two miles northeast of here, were held Tuesday morning from St. Michael's Church, with the Right Rev. J. J. Szymanski conducting the rites.

Burial was in St. Michael’s cemetery.

Pallbearers included Willie Ripper, Fred Billeck, Peter Hadash, John Hadash, Charles Lidiak and Henry Machart.

Mrs. Steffek was a native of Kozlovich. Europe. where she was born in 1866. the daughter of Peter Kalmus and Katherine Krumpho. She came to this area in 1904.

After arrival in this country along with her husband, the couple settled in the Dubina community. In 1914, together with her family, she moved to Weimar area a short distance northeast of town where she remained until the time of her death on January 20, 1941.

Her only daughter, died in March, 1931.

She is survived by her husband, Florian, Sr., of Weimar; and three sons, Florian, Jr., of Baytown. John of Needville, Fred of Weimar; several grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

The Mercury extends sincere sympathy to the bereaved survivors.

Weimar Mercury, January 24, 1941, page 1

Stegemann. Charlotte (Vogel)

Mrs. Ch. Stegemann, Esteemed Lady, Died Monday Afternoon
One of Weimar’s Oldest, Most Respected Ladies Dies at Ripe Old Age.

After an illness of several weeks, at no time during which were any hopes of recovery held out, due to her advanced age, Mrs. Charlotte Stegemann died at her home in this city Monday afternoon at the advanced age of 93 years and 6 months. During her long illness kind friends and neighbors rendered her every attention possible, and their ministrations seemed a comfort to her.

The funeral took place at the Lutheran Church Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock, Rev. Paul Piepenbrok, Lutheran pastor, officiating, and was attended by a large crowd of mourning friends. Interment was made in the Odd Fellows’ Cemetery west of the city.

Mrs. Stegemann was a citizen of this community for many years and despite her advanced age, up to a short while ago was an active woman, visiting the sick and her neighbors and friends and walking incredible distances for one so advanced in years. She delighted in visiting and ministering to the sick and always proved a welcome visitor to the sick room, where her genial presence and conversation has cheered many a sufferer.

Her death is deeply and sincerely deplored by a large circle of friends throughout this section.

Weimar Mercury, August 19, 1921, page 1

Steger, Mary Ann (Uzzell)

Steger

Mary Ann Uzzell Steger, 65, of Columbus, passed away Jan. 7, in Richmond.

She was born April 2, 1942 in Brownwood, the daughter of Ernest and Virginia Mathis Uzzell.

She graduated from Eagle Lake High School in 1960 and Sam Houston State University in Huntsville in 1965.

She married John Jefferson "Jeff" Steger on Feb. 19, 1966 at the First Methodist Church in Columbus. She was a plant designer for Toepperwein's of Texas and a member of First United Methodist Church and the V.F.W. Auxiliary of Columbus.

She and her husband lived in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from Feb 1980 to July 1987. She was very active as a Dean Leader Coach with the Cub Scouts for seven years and was responsible for having the Cub Scouts certified in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. She was a marine wife and mother and very proud that her daughter, Andria, is in the Coast Guard.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Danny Clutter.

She is survived by her husband; two sons, Gunnery Sergeant Ford Steger of 29 Palms, Calif., and John Jefferson "JJ" Steger Jr. of Columbus; daughter, Andria Davis and husband Dewayne of Galveston; brothers, Bill Uzzell of South Fork, Colo., and Ernest "Ernie" Uzzell of Phoenix, Ariz.; sister, Virginia Altman of Brenham; grandson, Cameron John Marino Steger; and granddaughter, Jordan Alexandria Davis.

Funeral services were conducted Jan. 11, at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus with Pastor J. Paul Bruhn officiating. Interment followed in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus.

Pallbearers were John Churchill, Stuart Hill, Mike Altman, Lance Altman, Ronnie Rogers and Richard Cline.

Memorials in her memory may be given to Nesbitt Memorial Library, 529 Washington St., Columbus, TX 78934.

Colorado County Citizen, January 30, 2008
Courtesy The Citizen

Stehlik, Anna

After an eight months’ illness, Mrs.. Anna Stehlik, mother of Mrs. John Barta, died last Monday evening at 8 o’clock, aged 77 years. Her remains were laid to rest in the Odd Fellows' [Masonic] cemetery Wednesday afternoon at 1 o’clock, Rev. A. Chlumsky of Brenham performing the funeral service. She was a lady if many excellent traits, and her death is deeply and sincerely regretted. The Mercury extends its sympathy to the bereaved family.

Weimar Mercury, April 26, 1902.

Stehlik, Josephine

Last Rites for Miss Josie Stehlik, 70, Held Monday

Funeral services for Miss Josie Stehlik, 80, a 77-year resident of the Weimar area, were held Monday from Hubbard Funeral Home with Rev. C. Emigholz officiating. Interment was in the Masonic Cemetery.

Miss Stehlik died at the Albert Barta home here last Saturday after several months' illness.

Daughter of Thomas and Anna Stehlik, she was born in 1872 in Moravia, Czechoslovakia, and was bro't to this country as a child by her parents. She was a member of the Lutheran Church here.

Miss Stehlik left no immediate survivors. Two sisters, Mrs. John Barta and Mrs. Anna Urbanovsky, and two brothers, Joseph and Thomas Stehlik, preceded her in death.

Pallbearers were Ralph Meadows. Ray (Buddy) Kusey, John E. Barta, Bill Barta. Robert Barta and George Marak.

Weimar Mercury, November 7, 1952, page 1

Stehlik, Thomas

TOM STEHLIK DEAD

Tom Stehlik, aged 78 years, died one day last week at the home of his brother-in-law, Mr. John Barta, near this city. We undersand he was a victim of the flu. [Interment in Weimar Masonic Cemetery]

Weimar Mercury, January 25, 1929, page 4

Stehling, Alvoy (Miekow)

Stehling

Alvoy Miekow Stehling, 64, of Columbus passed away at her home March 22.

She was born July 3, 1941 in Eagle Lake.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John L. and Virginia Miekow and her brother, John D. Miekow.

She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Stehling, of Austin; son, Doug Stehling, of Conroe; son and daughter-in-law, Thad and Jennifer Stehling, of Cedar Park; brother, Dwight Miekow, of Abilene; and sisters, Carol McDaniel, of Hutto, Mary Rucker, of Hondo, Vicki Mascharka, of Round Rock and Linda Andrew of Austin; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were March 24 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Columbus. Interment followed at St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Doug Stehling, Thad Stehling, Bob Peters, Jeff Rech, Jimmie Martin, and Peter Danysh.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made for research to The University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center at P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX, 77210-4486 or online at http://www.mdanderson.org/departments/development/. Memorial donations may also be made to Hospice Support, P.O. Box 1417, El Campo, TX, 77437.

Colorado County Citizen, March 29, 2006
Courtesy of The Citizen

Stein

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Steinboemer, Fred L.

PERSONAL

Mr. Henry Steinboemer of Yoakum came over last Tuesday afternoon. His was indeed a sad mission--to bury his little one-day-old baby, which diied at Yoakum the previous night. The little form was laid to rest in the familly lot at the Odd Fellows’ cemetery. The sincere and heartfelt sympathy of Henry’s many friends is extended to himself and wife in their sad bereavement.

Weimar Mercury, August 17, 1901, page 5

Steiner, D.

Mr. D. Steiner passed out of this life early Monday, following an extended illness, the last two weeks of which confined him to his bed. The remains were taken to Galveston for burial Tuesday.

Mr. Steiner was born in Bavaria on October 2, 1846 and came to Columbus in 1874. Since that date he conducted a general merchandise business here until 1900 when he turned it over to his sons. He was married in 1877, and his wife preceded him in death some twenty years ago.

Mr. Steiner was a popular, jovial, active man, highly respected and well liked by everybody. At the ripe old age of 88 years he was still a familiar figure on our streets until a few weeks ago and always had a cheery word for all.

The sympathy of the community is extended to the survivors, two daughters-in-law, Mrs. Susie Steiner of this city and Mrs. Ruth Steiner of New Orleans and two grandchildren.

Colorado County Citizen, August 8, 1935
ranscribed by Judy Talkington

Steiner, Fannie

The remains of Mrs. Fannie Steiner, whose death was announced in our last issue, were last Thursday removed to Galveston for interment beside those of her husband, her relatives in this city accompanying them. Her unexpected demise creates a sad loss in her circle of neighbors and friends, and is generally lamented. In another column Mrs. Darden tenders a beautiful and loving tribute to her cherished memory.

Colorado Citizen, August 30, 1888

Steiner, Henrietta

In article with James Kirby

Steinhauser, Edwin

Edwin Steinhauser Follows Wife in Death 4 Months

Funeral services for Edwin Steinhauser, 65, Colorado county farmer and rancher, were held April 20 at Untermeyer Funeral home with Rev. G. Wolf of St. Paul’s Lutheran church officiating.

Mr. Steinhauser died in Columbus hospital Monday. He was born, a son of Robert and Emily Steinhauser, in Cat Spring, Sept. 8, 1894, and had lived all his life in Colorado county. His wife, Mary, died in December, 1959, and 2 children, Henry and Hazel preceded him in death.

Survivors are his 4 sons, Harry, Frank and George of Columbus; and Ellis of Houston; 3 daughters, Mrs. Richard Blair of Columbus, Mrs. Benj. Knippel of Houston and Mrs. Dick Klimple of Iago and 18 grandchildren. Two sisters, Mrs. Dela Krueger of Houston and Mrs. Ella Baca of Needville also survive.

Pallbearers were Ellis Miller, Harry Morland, Alfred Girndt, W. A. Struss, Henry Naumann and Leo Emmel.

Burial was in Odd Fellows Rest cemetery.

Colorado County Citizen, April 21, 1960, page 12

Steinhauser, Frank William

STEINHAUSER

Frank W. Steinhauser passed away at his daughter's home in Richwood, on September 18.

Funeral services were held at Henneke Funeral Home on September 20. [Interment in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery]

Frank was born October 18, 1928 in Columbus to Mr. Edwin Steinhauser and Mrs. Mary Schneider.

Frank worked as a carpenter and was a member of the Lutheran Church.

Survivors include: two daughters, Carolyn Mrkwa, Clute and Theresa Lopez, Richmond; one son, Eugene Steinhauser, Altair; two sisters, Leona Drymalla, Mentz and Clara Klimple, Columbus; three brothers, Harry Steinhauser, Ellis Steinhauser, and George Steinhauser all of Columbus; three grandchildren.

Pallbearers include: Beverly Burns, Edwin Steinhauser, Ben Knippel, Jr. Tommy Blair, Jarvius Zickuhr, Nathan Steinhauser.

Colorado County Citizen, September 27, 1984, page 2

Steinhauser, Henry

Freshman of Columbus High School Instantly Killed in Car Collision Last Sunday Night
Henry Steinhauser, 17, Killed Instantly When Cars Collide Near His Home.

Henry Steinhauser, 17 year old member of the Freshman class of the Columbus High School, was instantly killed at about nine o’clock Sunday night when his father’s car on which he was riding and the car of Dr. S. H. Kirkham were in collision.

The Steinhauser family, consisting of the parents and eight children had been visiting a neighbor and were returning home, driving southward on highway 71. The two cars met in collision near the Steinhauser gate as the Steinhauser car was turning off the road to the left side. Henry, who was standing on the right hand running board of the car, was crushed to instant death in the crash. Three other children were injured, one girl quite seriously with a fractured collar bone and arm. She was given medical aid promptly and is mending nicely.

The two cars were badly smashed, the Kirkham car having the fenders and running board of the right side stripped off and extensive damage to the body and frame work. The other car was badly wrecked.

Funeral services were held for Henry at the residence at 10:00 o’clock Tuesday morning and interment made in Odd Fellows Rest, Rev. W. A. Flachmeier officiating.

Henry Steinhauser was a promising youth, well liked by his schoolmates and had completed his Freshman year in the High School. His untimely death is deeply grieved by the people of this community, who sympathize with the sorrowing parents in their loss.

Weimar Mercury, May 1, 1936
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Steinhauser, Mary (Schneider)

Mrs. Steinhauser Buried Monday in Odd Fellows Rest

Funeral services were held Monday afternoon in Untermeyer Funeral home for Mrs. Edwin Steinhauser, 64, who died in Columbus hospital Dec. 19 of a heart ailment. Rev. G. Wolf officiated and burial was in Odd Fellows Rest.

Born Apr. 19, 1895, she was a daughter of the late C. W. and Emily Sommerlatte Schneider. Her maiden name was Mary Schneider. She and Mr. Steinhauser were married Oct. 29, 1913. She had spent her entire life near Columbus.

Besides her husband, she is survived by 4 sons, Harry, Frank and George of Columbus and Ellis of Houston and 3 daughters, Mrs. Leona Blair of Columbus, Mrs. Myrell Knippel of Houston and Mrs. Clara Klimple of Iago; 3 brothers Jake, Fred and Willie Schneider of Columbus and 3 sisters, Mrs. Annie Zickuhr, Miss Martha Schneider and Mrs. Clara Reinhardt, all of Columbus.

Two children, Henry and Hazel; a brother, Jim Schneider and a sister, Mrs. Betty Humbird, died earlier.

Colorado County Citizen, December 24, 1959, page 11C

Steinheiser, Robert

Aged Citizen Buried Here

Robert Steinheiser, 83, died at the home of his son, on the W. H. Glithero place south of town last Friday. Funeral service was held at the house Saturday at 2 p.m. Rev. W. A. Flachmeier of the Lutheran Church of this city officiating. Burial took place at Odd Fellows Rest.

Mr. Steinheiser was born near New Ulm and had spent most of his life in this county He is survived by a wife and four children, Ed Steinheiser of this community, Mrs. Joe Emmel of Glidden, Mrs. Otto Krueger of Houston and Mrs. John Baca of Needville, to whom our sympathy is extended in their loss.

Colorado County Citizen, April 6, 1933

Steinmann, Edweina (Walker)

Mrs. Steinmann Funeral Services Held March 22

Edweina (Walker) Steinmann, 94, of Schulenburg Regency Nursing Home died March 20 at Colorado-Fayette Medical Center. Funeral services were held March 22 at Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home with Rev. “Skip” Sirnic of Weimar United Church of Christ officiating. Burial was in the Masonic Cemetery at Weimar beside her husband.

Mrs. Steinmann was born Nov. 21, 1904 to Ed and Minnie (Obenhaus) Walker at Bonus. She and her family moved to Oak Grove in her early years. She attended high school in Weimar after the family moved to town.

She lived most her married life in Schulenburg except for a short time she and her husband moved to Waco during World War II.

She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

She worked at the Schulenburg Sticker a number of years setting type by hand, later as years went by, the linotype was used. She learned to operate this machine.

She also worked at the Weimar Mercury for the Yoder family.

She decided to live at the Regency Nursing Home in Schulenburg after the death of her husband, Alfred Steinmann.

She became seriously ill in the last days of February 1999. She passed away March 20 at the Colorado-Fayette Medical Center of a severe infection.

She was preceded in death by: her father and mother; a sister, Nola (Walker) Cousins; her husband, Alfred Steinmann; a half-sister, Eunice (Sanders) Chromchak; and three half-brothers, Frank Sanders, Rex Sanders and Wilbur Sanders.

Surviving are: half brothers, Roy Sanders of Eagle Lake, George W. Sanders of Corvallis, Ore., and Arnold Sanders of Wemiar; three half-sisters, Zula (Sanders) Lorfing of Victoria, Vivian Sanders and Bernice (Sanders) Froelich of Wemiar; and a sister, Mrs. Daisy Goode of the Regency Nursing Home of Schulenburg.

Pallbearers were J. R. Yoder, Ray Cornelson, Kenneth Goode, Rodney Gresser, Travis Froelich and Brian Sanders.

The Weimar Mercury, April 1, 1999
Transcribed by Jennie Muggli

Stepanski, Leon William

Stepanski, Leon William

Leon William Stepanski, 87, of Columbus, passed away Aug. 6 at River Oaks Health and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born in Anderson, June 1, 1922 to Tom and Mary (Pasket) Stepanski and married Pauline Majewski Oct 25, 1947. He worked in oil field management and worked 41 years at Utex Industries in Weimar. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus 2971 in Columbus.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Pearl Jones; and brothers, Walter and Raymond Stepanski.

He is survived by his wife; daughter and son-in-law, Sherry and Billy Etheridge of Cypress; son, Tommy Stepanski of Houston; sister, Martha Powitzy of Houston; grandchildren, Tanya Jackson and husband Matt of Bellville and Cheyne Stepanski of Hoboken, N.J.; and great-grandson, Rope Jackson of Bellville.

Funeral services were conducted Aug. 10 at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus with Deacon Bennie Holesovsky officiating. Interment followed at Resthaven Cemetery in Houston.

Pallbearers were Richard Kubeczka, Henry Wisnieske, Larry Gurka, Marvin Gurka, James Simon and Lawrence Kubeczka.

Honorary pallbearers were Cheyne Stepanski, Matt Jackson, Paul Archuletta and Bill Smith.

Colorado County Citizen, August 11, 2009
Contributed by Judy Talkington

Stephen, George A.

George A. Stephen

George A. Stephen died at his home in Austin in the company of his family on April 27, 2006. He was a nationally-recognized tax lawyer and authority on civil and criminal tax fraud. Until his final illness, he was in private law practice in Austin and Washington, DC. He had retired in 1973 as Chief, Intelligence Division, United States Internal Revenue Service, based in Austin. During his 25 year career with the IRS, he was twice given Outstanding Performance Awards and at retirement received the Albert Gallatin Award, the Department of Treasury's highest career service honor, conferred by US Treasury Secretary George P. Shultz. He earlier received a Special Commendation by US Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy for outstanding achievement in the extended federal investigations of the US Task Force on Racketeering and Organized Crime.

George was a visiting lecturer on civil and criminal tax fraud at the University of Texas School of Business and Texas Junior Bar Association and a seminar instructor in financial investigative techniques for the Texas Department of Public Safety Investigative Training Schools. He was past chairman of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association and former chairman of the Board of Directors of the Government Employees Federal Credit Union.

George received a BBA degree from the University of Texas at Austin and completed all accounting courses for an MBA there. He received a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from South Texas College of Law, Houston. He had earlier completed 3-1/2 years of Texas A&M's 5-year petroleum engineering degree program when he was drafted after Pearl Harbor.

He was commissioned by the US Army Air Corps as a Bombardier Navigator at Kelly Field, San Antonio. After graduating from Pan American World Airways Advanced Navigation College at Homestead, Florida, he flew in bombers and multiengine aircraft in combat in every WWII theater of war. He also served as a special consultant on fuel-conservational transoceanic and transpolar route planning. Later, he was among the volunteers who flew the "Hump" over the Himalayas between India and China to supply Chinese and Russian Allies. Following the end of WWII, "five years, a wife, and one baby later," as he often said, he began college anew at UT while working full time as a radio news and sports announcer.

George was born in Wichita Falls, Texas, July 14, 1920. As a youth, he lived in five Texas and Oklahoma cities as the family followed his father's oil business. He attended San Jacinto High School in Houston as a freshman, where he drew attention on the track team as a prospective Olympics high hurdler. When the East Texas oilfields boomed, he moved with his family to Kilgore, where he starred as an all-regional basketball player and left end on the championship football team at Kilgore High School and met his future wife, LaVerne Anding.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John Earnest Stephen and Vida Klein Stephen; his wife of 53 years, LaVerne (MiMi) Anding Stephen; and his son, David Darden Stephen. Survivors in his immediate family are his brother, John Erle Stephen of Austin; granddaughter Sarah Stephen and daughter-in-law Jeanna Hamilton Stephen of Bulverde; niece Leslie Stephen and her husband, Anthony L. Renzi, of Austin; nephew Kurt Stephen and his wife, Victoria Shawn Stephen, of McAllen; and great-nieces Elyse Stephen and Sophia Stephen and great-nephew Alexander Stephen, all of McAllen.

George was admired for the intelligence, insight, and integrity he brought to all his dealings and relationships. He had a fun-loving spirit and wit, and his wisdom and generosity enriched the lives of many friends and relations. He was a fierce competitor at bridge, chess, and poker, which he played regularly until a few weeks before his death.

He supported many charities as an Honorary Member of the Stephen F. Austin Chapter-Order of DeMolay, Honorary Lifetime Member of the Elks, 25 year member of Hill City Lodge No. 456 AF&AM, Scottish Rite Mason-32nd Degree, and sponsor of activities of the Austin Area Boy Scouts and Vaughn House, Inc. He also was a director of the Austin Area Garden Council and organized the Austin Rose Society, serving three terms as its president. A Life Member of the University of Texas Ex-Students Association and Member of the UT Longhorn Club, his other memberships included the Travis County Bar Association, American Bar Association, Federal Bar Association, American Judicature Society, Association of Former Special Agents of the Internal Revenue Service, Austin Chess Club, Texas Chess Association, and US Chess Federation.

George's family is grateful to all the dedicated professionals who cared for him over the past eighteen months, most especially to Angie Richter, Ida Sparks, and Ernest Valle, and to the huge circle of friends and professional associates who showed their love and respect for him in so many ways.

In keeping with his wishes, George was cremated and his remains will be buried privately by the family at Lake Side Cemetery, Eagle Lake, Texas; a farewell gathering of his friends and family will be held in Austin on June 7th at 4:30 p.m. in the Amphitheater at Laguna Gloria. Memorial contributions may be made to Vaughn House, Inc., of Austin; Houston Shriners Hospital for Children; or Scottish Rite Learning Center of Austin.

Austin American-Statesman, May 7, 2006.

Stephens, Connie Marie (Stowe)

Connie Marie Stephens

Connie Marie Stephens, 46, of Sheridan passed away Friday, April 14 in Eagle Lake.

She was born February 24, 1960 in Houston the daughter of Harvey Stowe and Sybil Marie Mitchell Lundy.

Connie was employed as a prison guard for the State of Texas and was of Baptist faith.

Preceded in death by her father, Harvey; and a brother, Robert Lee Stowe; survivors include her friend, Marvin Arnold of Sheridan; mother, Sybil, of Livingston; daughter, Shawndee Marie Felder of Sheridan; son, Jimmie Ray Felder of Monroe, Louisiana; sisters, Debbie Pampell of Giddings and Kandee Rae Dunk of Port Barre, Louisiana; brothers, Chester Stowe of Houston and Steven Charles Stowe; and two grandchildren, Maryssa Jo'Shawn Nays and Sharissa Nicole Nays.

Graveside services were held Tuesday, April 18 at 3 p.m. from Cheetham Cemetery with Leonard Ward officiating. Eagle Lake Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss. 

Eagle Lake Headlight, April 20, 2006
Submitted by John Konesheck

Stephens, Fox

Mr. Fox Stephens’ Funeral Held At 3 O’clock Sunday Afternoon

End Came to Prominent Business Man and Beloved Citizen on Last Friday Night; Funeral Held on Sunday Afternoon and Was One of the Largest Funerals Ever Seen in Eagle Lake.

Deep sorrow is felt throughout this entire community over the death of Mr. Fox Stephens, one of Eagle Lake’s most loved citizens, who died at his home on State Street at 8:40 o’clock last Friday night.

On Tuesday afternoon, while presiding at a patriotic meeting in the district court room of the court house at Columbus when the Home Guard for Colorado County was being organized, Mr. Stephens suffered a stroke of paralysis, from which he never rallied. He was taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Hahn in that city, and brought by automobile to his home here the following afternoon.

Mr. Stephens was one of the most universally popular men in this entire section of the country, and a man that Eagle Lake can ill afford to lose. He was a straight forward , honest, upright citizen – a man among men. He was open in his convictions and in every question, and it matters not what the question may have been, it was pretty safe to say that Fox Stephens was on the right side.

Fox Stephens is going to be missed in Eagle Lake, and thought he is gone, his genial cordiality and pleasing fellowship among us will never be forgotten, for Fox Stephens was liked by every man, woman and child in this whole community. He had a pleasant word and a friendly greeting for everyone. He was a man of keen business ability, but it mattered not what the business worries were that rested upon his shoulders – he was always the same pleasant and friendly gentleman.

Mr. Stephens was born in Greenville, Tennessee, on May 15th, 1858, and was married to Miss Nancy J. Brooks of that city on April 2nd, 1879. Mr. and Mrs. Stephens, together with the family of his brother, Mr. Frank Stephens, moved to Eagle Lake in 1897, and cast their lot among us. In partnership with his brother, Mr. Frank Stephens, they engaged in the hardware business in Eagle Lake under the firm name of Stephens Bros., later buying over the Vineyard, Walker & Co., business and organizing the Frank Stephens Company which has developed into one of the largest business concerns in this section of the country. In 1906 Mr. Stephens went with the First National Bank of this city, and was president of that institution at the time of his death, though stall a member of the frank Stephens Company.

The funeral took place from the family home at three o’clock Sunday afternoon, and was one of the largest funeral ever seen in this city, there being more than a hundred automobiles in the procession. The services at the house were conducted by the Odd Fellows, after which the Masons took charge and conducted the services at the grave. The Odd Fellows and Masons marched in separate bodies, following the hearse, to the grave yard, he being a member of both orders.

In the death of Mr. Stephens Eagle Lake has lost one of its most valued citizens, one who ever stood in the front ranks for his city’s improvement. He was a progressive citizen and always took an active interest in every thing for the uplifting and advancement of his town and community. He was ever ready to lend a helping hand to a friend or one worthy of help, and his generous deeds of kindness will long live in the hearts of the people of this section.

Mr. Stephens is survived by his wife and one brother, Mr. Frank Stephens, president of the Frank Stephens Company, with whom he has been intimately associated since early boyhood, the two having always shared their pleasures and their sorrows together. To Mrs. Stephens in the loss of her husband, and Mr. Stephens, in the loss of his brother and life-long friend, the Headlight tenders its sincerest sympathy.

Fox Stephens was a good man, and during the twenty years he has lived among us , we have never heard one work ill spoken of his. Everyone liked him, for there never has lived among us a more friendly, a more courteous or more loveable man than he, and his familiar figure will be sadly missed on our streets, in our business circles and in our social life.

Eagle Lake Headlight, March 16, 1918
Transcribed by Judy Talkington

Stephens, Will

Will Stephens, Colored Resident, Last Rites Here

Funeral services were held April 16 in St. Paul Methodist church for Will Stephens, 80, with Rev. LaValle Lowe officiating. [Interment was in Columbus City Cemetery]

He was married to Mattie Davis in 1895 and the couple had 5 children. Two have died.

Survivors are his wife; one daughter, Mattie Harvey of Columbus; 2 sons, Percy of San Antonio and Will of Columbus, and 6 grandchildren.

Colorado County Citizen, April 26, 1956

Stern, Edgar Emil

Weimar Boy, 8, Dies With Polio

Edgar Emil Stern, 8-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Stern of Weimar, died of bulbar poliomyelitis Wednesday morning between 6 and 7 o’clock as he was being taken in an ambulance to Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston.

As far as is known, it was the first time polio has caused the death of a Weimar person, although in the past there have been several crippled by the disease.

The child, a first-grader in St. Michael’s School here, was being given oxygen during the trip to Houston, and was accompanied by his mother. The Hubbard ambulance left Youens Hospital with them at about 6 o’clock Wednesday morning, but had gone only a few miles before he died.

Edgar had first become ill last Friday, running a temperature. Saturday and Sunday he seemed to improve, but Monday when his fever rose alarmingly he was brought to Youens Hospital. A spinal test made Tuesday identified the illness as polio. Partial paralysis of the arms had begun. During the night his breathing began to be affected, and preparations were made immediately to move him to Jeff Davis’ polio center at Houston.

He was the only child of the Sterns, who live on the Robert Walzel place several miles north of Weimar.
Funeral services were set for 4:00 o’clock this (Thursday) afternoon from Hubbard Funeral Home, with Rev. C. Emigholz, pastor of Evangelical Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment was to be in Weimar Masonic Cemetery.

Weimar Mercury, May 2, 1952, page 1

Stern, Elfrieda (Hahn)

Funeral Services For Mrs. Stern, 71, Held Here Tuesday

Funeral services for Mrs. Elfrieda Stern, widow of Julius Stern, were held from Hubbard Funeral Home Tuesday morning, August 21, with Rev. C. Emigholz officiating. Burial was in City Cemetery.

Mrs. Stern died at her home Friday night at about 10:30, after an illness that had kept her bedfast for the past year and a half.

Born April 9, 1880, in Wiesensee, Germany, the daughter of William F. and Friederika Hahn, she came to America with her parents in 1881, when she was a year old.

In December 1901, at Frelsburg, she was married to Mr. Stern, who died July 4, 1938. They had lived at Frelsburg from the time of their marriage until 1936, when they moved to Weimar

The Sterns had four sons in the Navy during World War II. Two, Louis and Walter, are still serving.

Survivors include two daughters, Miss Selma Stern and Mrs. Erna Wanjura, both of Weimar and eight sons, Robert of San Antonio, Emil, Otto and Adelbert of Weimar, Louis and Walter in the Navy, Erwin of California, and Herbert of Alleyton. Two daughters preceded Mrs. Stern in death; Mrs. Elsie Frank who died in March, 1935, and Mrs. Helen Johnson, who died in December 1948.

Weimar Mercury, August 24, 1951, page 1

Stern, Erna Roxie (Noska)

Funeral for Mrs. E. Stern Held May 1

Funeral services for Mrs. Erna Roxie Stern, 55, of Eagle Lake were held Saturday, May 1, from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, with burial in Lakeside Cemetery, Eagle Lake.

Rev. Ray Widacki officiated.

Mrs. Stern died at 7:40 a.m. on April 28 it Eagle Lake Community Hospital, after a lengthy illness.

A resident of the Eagle Lake area for 32 years, she was born at Frelsburg on Sept. 17, 1926, a daughter of William and Elnora (Zajicek) Noska. She was married to Herbert C. Stern at Mentz on Oct. 13, 1950.

Her husband survives, along with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Noska Sr.; a daughter, Mrs. Judy Estlinbaum of Eagle Lake; a son, Donnie Stern of Eagle Lake; four grandchildren, Darrell, Melinda and Jennifer Estlinbaum and Donnie Gene Stern Jr., all of Eagle Lake; and four brothers, Clements Noska of Columbus, Willie Jr., Ruben Lee and Archie Noska, all of Eagle Lake.

Serving as pallbearers were Tim Luedecke, Robert Frank, Larry Noska, Doyle Noska, Curtis WaIzel and Nathan Noska.

Weimar Mercury, May 12, 1982

Stern, Julius

Julius Stern, Farmer, Takes Own Life Saturday Night

Mr. Julius Stern, farmer living on the old Miksch place northeast of Weimar, committed suicide at the family home Saturday night. He had been in town Saturday afternoon, and on returning home is said to have told a neighbor that he contempalted[sic] such a step. He also told his wife the same thing, so we are informed. He went to the lot, secured a rope, tied it around his neck, and the other end to a rafter, after which he stepped off a table and hung there. We have been told that his horrified wife saw the act, and that she ran to the kitchen to secure a butcher knife to cut the rope, but in the excitement could not locate the knife. She then ran to the home of a neighbor for help, but when she got back found her husband dead.

Judge A. J. Ratliff, Constable L. G. Taylor and City Marshal Tom C. Roberts went to the scene and held the inquest, returning a verdict in accordance with the foregoing facts.

We understand the dead man was to have been buried Monday at the local Masonic Cemetery.

He is survived by his widow, two daughters at home, one son at home, one son engaged in business in San Antonio, and two sons in the United States Navy, located at San Diego, California. Mr. Stern and family, so we are informed, moved to this section several years ago from the Frelsburg section.

We extend deepest sympathy to his bereaved ones.

Weimar Mercury, June 10, 1938, page 1

Stern, Otto L.

Last Rites for Otto Stern, 66, Here June 5

Funeral services for Otto Stern, 66, who died unexpectedly at his home here at 10 p.m. Thursday, June 5, were held June 8, from Hubbard Funeral Chapel, with burial in Masonic [Odd Fellows'] Cemetery.

Rev. D. L. R. McDougle officiated.

Mr. Stern was born Sept. 13, 1908, at Frelsburg, a son of Julius and Elfrieda (Hahn) Stern. He had lived in this area since 1936. He had been employed in farming and at Kasper Meat Market and as a City worker for a time.

Mr. Stern was not married. He is survived by: five brothers, Erwin J. Stern of North Africa, Louis Stern of Jacksonville, Fla., Walter Stern of San Diego, Calif., Herbert Stern of Eagle Lake and Adalbert Stern of Weimar and two sisters, Mrs. Bennie Walzel and Mrs. Alfred Wanjura, both of Weimar.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mrs. Emil Frank and Mrs. George Johnson and two brothers, Robert Stern and Emil Stern.

Pallbearers were Robert Frank, Joe Herley, Curtis Walzel, William Esteinbarm (sic), and Donnie Stern, nephews and Johnnie Kasper.

The Weimar Mercury, June 19, 1975
Transcribed by Dennis Boatright

Sternadel, Mary E. (Barta)

Services Held For Mary Sternadel in Columbus

Mary Barta Sternadel, 79, died April 30 in Columbus.

Funeral services were held May 2 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus with Father Dan Kahlich officiating. Burial was in the Masonic Cemetery in Weimar.

Mary was born July 13, 1917 in Borden to Emil E. and Cecilia Steffek Barta. She attended school through the 12th grade.

On Aug. 3, 1942 she married Herbert Joe Sternadel in Dallas. He preceded her in death on May 15, 1985. She was a housewife and lived most of her life in Weimar. However, the past four years she lived in Columbus with her sister. Mary was affiliated with St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus, KJZT and St. Anthony Altar Society.

She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Virginia Sternadel Brandt; six brothers and two sisters.

Mary is survived by son, Herbert Jr. and wife Jalyn of Sugar Land; son-in-law, Ted Brandt of Weimar; sisters, Agnes Martin and Cecilia Pokluda, both of Columbus; two grandchildren, Ryan and Mary Beth Brandt; numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Jimmy Hanak, Joe Hanak, Ernie Barta, Steve Barta, Eugene Barta and Joe Barta, Jr.

Weimar Mercury, May 8, 1997, page 2

Sterrett, Terry J.

T. Sterrett Dies In North Carolina; Is Buried Here

Terry J. Sterrett, merchant seaman who at one time lived in Columbus, was buried here Monday in Odd Fellows Rest. Lewis Funeral Home of Houston was in charge of burial. Columbus Funeral Home assisted.

Mr. Sterrett, whose home was in Houston, died in Charleston,S. C. Jan. 28. He was a brother of Mrs. Ira Green of Columbus.

Other survivors are several sisters from Houston and Galveston; 2 nephews, Richard Green of Sheridan and Floyd Green of Columbus, and 3 nieces. Mrs. Lee Naumann of Columbus, Mrs. E. M. Adams of Alvin and Miss Mae Green of Houston.

Pallbearers were Richard and Floyd Green, Lee Naumann, Edward Adams, Terry Lee Naumann and Robert E. Lee.

Colorado County Citizen, February 4, 1954

 Stevens, Clarence E.

C. E. Stevens, 57, Architect, Dies; Buried Here Monday

Funeral services for C. E. Stevens, 57, Galveston architect who had made Weimar his second home the past several years, were held at Hubbard Funeral Home Monday afternoon, Feb. 14, with burial at the Masonic Cemetery.

Rev. Walter J. Cartwright, local Methodist pastor, officiated. Graveside services were conducted by members of the Weimar Masonic Lodge, with F. R. Carroll as Worshipful Master.

Mr. Stevens had been in bad health the past two years and five weeks ago became seriously ill with heart disease. He died Friday in the V. A. Hospital In Houston, shortly after being transferred there from Youens Hospital here.

Born August 2, 1897, in Frederickstown, Mo., son of John and Amanda Stevens, he was educated at Marvin College and Washington University, both in Missouri, and practiced architecture in St. Louis, Mo., from 1926 through 1937.

He married Miss Virginia Brown Nov. 7, 1937, and they moved to Galveston the following May. He operated his business office there the next 13 years.

They bought a farm in the Holman community in 1946 and had planned to make it their permanent home. During the past several years he had designed a number of homes and business buildings here, and had made numerous friends.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. C. E. Stevens of Holman; his mother, Mrs. A. B. Stevens of Denver, Colo.; and two sisters, Mrs. Ray Turnure and Mrs. Mel Couer, both of Denver, Colo.

Pallbearers at the funeral were Frank Smith, Ben Holt, Foxhall Parker, Henry Hnatek, E. Lauterstein and Robert Hyman.

Weimar Mercury, February 18, 1955, pages 1 and 10

Stevens,Cordelia Elizabeth (Johnson)

Stevens

Mrs. Cordelia Elizabeth Stevens, 65, died Tuesday, November 21 at 11:50 a.m. at Diagnostic Hospital in Houston.

She was born in Gonzales on December 12, 1923 to the late Sherman G. Johnson and Alvin Mathis Johnson.

At an early age she confessed her faith in Christ and joined Heldon Chapel United Methodist Church in Gonzales.

She attended public schools in Gonzales and graduated with honors from Edward High School. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from Huston Tillison in 1945. She received a Masters Degree in Education from Prairie View A&M University in 1979. She was a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. She was an instructor for the Columbus Independent School District for over 26 years. She served as President of the Colorado County Teachers Association, a member of Retired Teacher Association, Chairperson of the St. Paul United Methodist Church Worship Committe, member of the Prayer Band, Communion Board and a number of other committees and auxiliaries.

Cordelia was united in Holy Matrimony to Joseph Felix Steven on November 5, 1947. To this union five children were born.

She leaves to cherish her loving memory, four sons, Gregory Lowell Stevens of Austin, Kenneth Wayne Stevens of Houston, Donald Ray Stevens of Dallas and Harold Arthur Stevens of La Marque; one daughter, Joan Denise Johnson of Houston; four grandsons, one granddaughter, two daughters in law, one son in law.

She is survived by four brothers, Sherman Johnson Jr., James Johnson, Wilfred Johnson and Sherman W. Johnson; two sisters, Eliza Haynes and Georgia Shaw and a host of other relatives.

Pallbearers were Ivory Collins, Willie Fitzgerald, Jr., Leon Francisco, Roger Olier, Gene Penn, Rodges Thymes.

Burial was at Willing Workers Cemetery and arrangements were under Ben Davis Funeral Home of Columbus.

Colorado County Citizen, December 20, 1989, page 2

Stevens, Rosie Lee (Reedus)

Rosie Lee (Reedus) Stevens

Rosie Lee (Reedus) Stevens was born to Arch Reedus and Adeline Matthews on October 18, 1934 in Eagle Lake.

She grew up and lived in Eagle Lake where she attended E.H. Henry Public School.

Rosie was converted at an early age and was baptized and united with Union Baptist Church II under the pastorate of Rev. N. Boulden. Rev. Coby Shorter, Jr., served as her pastor of the former Union Baptist Church II, which is now Providence Baptist Church where Rosie served under his leadership as an Usher and a faithful member until her demise.

Rosie, being a proud parent of three sons whom she loved dearly, loved life! Her passion was lending a helping hand to those in need. You could always find her baking cakes or preparing food for people who dropped by. Rosie loved people, but most of all she loved her family. She touched many lives and hearts and will be truly missed.

On January 10, Rosie Lee Stevens entered into eternal rest.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, James Reedus; and one sister, Trula Reedus.

She leaves to cherish her memories three sons, Leonard Reedus (Verdis) of Richmond, Oswald Reedus (Liz) of Richmond, and Oliver Matthews of Houston; two grandsons, Duane Reedus (Tiffany) of Missouri City and Oliver Shorter (Christina) of Eagle Lake; four granddaughters, Felicima D. Reedus of Houston, Malinda K. Wooten (Emmitt) of Victoria, Taisha McTear of Houston and Samantha Matthews of Oklahoma; a special cousin, Henry Morgan of Eagle Lake; one brother, Mr. Johnny Grace; and a host of family, friends, and loved ones.

Funeral services were held Saturday, January 17 at 11 a.m. at Providence Baptist Church with Rev. Coby Shorter, Jr., officiating. Resting place was held at Union Hill Cemetery in Matthews. Another life celebration by Ben Davis Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were James Reedus, Ronnie Reedus, Archie Reedus, Stanley Reedus, Cyrus Edison and Michael Reedus.

Honorary pallbearers were Jeremy Reedus, George Morgan, Emmitt Wooten, Oliver Shorter, Rodney Aiken and Henry Morgan.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, January 22, 2009

Stevens, Sally

Sally Stevens

Sally Stevens of Fifty Six Ark and formerly of Eagle Lake passed away January 17 at the Hospice House of the Ozarka in Mountain Home Ark.

She was born May 25, 1935 to George and Flossie (Arnold) Stevens.

She lived in the Eagle Lake area for 50 years. Sally worked as a waitress in her early years. Later at Rice Package Store. She was of Baptist faith.

Survivors include her brother, Douglas Stevens; sister, Norma Stevens of Fifty Six Ark; aunt, Roma Stevens of Conway, Ark; cousins, Joann of Conway, Ark., and Bob Stevens of Clinton, Ark., and a host of relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial service was conducted Monday, January 21 at Roller Coffman Funeral Home. Burial was in Spoonflat Cemetery at Fifty Six Ark.

The family would like to thank the people of Eagle Lake for the beautiful flowers.

Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.

Eagle Lake Headlight, February 7th, 2008
Submitted by John Konesheck

Stevenson, Sam

FORMER WEIMAR NEGRO DIES IN FORT WORTH

Relatives here received word the first of the week of the death of Sam Stevenson, a colored citizen of this place in years gone by, whose death occurred in Fort Worth. We are informed that Stevenson as a boy was a bootblack in the Carey barber shop, this place, where he was employed for a long time. He is related to Spencer Batey and Tom Webb of this place. The body was brought here for interment [place unknown] Wednesday.

Weimar Mercury, May 6, 1927, page 5

Stevenson, Walter

WALTER STEVENSON DIED THURSDAY

Walter Stevenson, one of the most highly respected and substantial negro farmers of this section, died at his home near Osage last Thursday afternoon, following an illness of several weeks of some dropsical trouble, and the remains were buried at Pleasant Hill cemetery, near Borden, the following Saturday, a large crowd being present to witness the ceremonies. Walter was honest, frugal, and a hard worker, possessed the friendship and esteem of the white people as well as the blacks, and left his family well provided for. We knew him for many years, liked him, and in his death his family has our sincere sympathy.

Weimar Mercury December 14, 1917

Stevenson, Walter Jr.

WALTER STEVENSON, COLORED, DIES FROM BROKEN NECK

Walter Stevenson, young colored farmer of this section, who while at work in the El Campo section recently sustained a broken neck in an accident and who was brought to his home in the Osage section, died Saturday, Dec. 19 and was buried the following day. From the first it was not thought there was any chance of his recovery, still all hoped he would pull through.
Walter was an industrious, quiet, good citizen, and his death at such an early age and under such tragic circumstances, is deeply and sincerely regretted. [Place of interment unknown, possibly Pleasant Hill where his father is buried]

Weimar Mercury, January 1, 1832, page 1

Steward, Cordelia (Junior)

Final Rites Sunday for Mrs. Steward

Funeral services were held Sunday, Feb 12, for Mrs. Cordelia Steward, 78, wife of Ivory Steward, who died Feb. 9 in Youens Hospital, after an illness of six days.

Burial was in the Weimar [Paradise Garden] Cemetery, with Rev. L. C. Campbell officiating.

Mrs. Steward was a lifelong resident of Weimar, a daughter of Moses and Rosie Amos Junior. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Church.

Her husband is her only immediate survivor.

Nephews served as pallbearers.

Weimar Mercury, February 16, 1978

Steward, L. V.

KILLED IN KOREA

SECOND LIEUT. L. V. STEWARD, Weimar’s only negro officer, became this town’s first Korean War fatality when he was killed in action Friday, December 30. His mother, Maple Steward, was notified Tuesday night of her son’s death, the contents of a wire from the Secretary of the Army’s office being phoned here. Details were expected to be learned in a letter which the telegram said would follow.

Weimar Mercury, January 9, 1953

Rites Set Sunday for Korean War Victim

The body of the first Weimar soldier killed in the Korean War will arrive home on the 6 o’clock train this (Thursday) evening.

Military services for Second Lieut. L. V. Steward, who was killed in action December 30, 1952, will be held at the graveside in Good Hope Cemetery (east of Roadside Market) after services at Mt. Arie Baptist church here. Rev. Hubbard of La Grange will officiate, and members of Weimar’s colored American Legion post will conduct the military rites.

Lt. Steward, the first Weimar negro to become a commissioned officer, was born near Weimar 23 years ago. After graduation from high school here he attended Prairie View College for 4 1/2 years, and had taught school at West Columbia for three months before entering the army.

Surviving him are his mother, Maple Steward, three brothers and three sisters, all of Weimar. His father died in 1940.

Weimar Mercury, March 6, 1953

Steward, Leo Jr.

EL NEGRO MAN 1ST COUNTY FATALITY

Colorado County's first traffic fatality of 1958 happened about 1:20 a.m. Monday when a car failed to negotiate a curve on Highway 90 just east of the underpass three miles east of Weimar.

Dead was Leo Steward, Jr., 19-year-old negro from Eagle Lake, who was thrown from the car as it rolled over four times. [Place of interment unknown] Injured was Howard William Meyer, 36, of La Marque. Although his injuries appeared not to be serious, he was taken to Weimar Hospital, where he remained over night, Highway Patrolman Alton Adcock said. Meyer formerly lived in the Cat Spring vicinity, he said.

Meyer told the officer the car belong to Brasher Motor Co. of Weimar, and that it had been loaned to him while his pickup truck was being repaired. He said he had picked up Steward at Glen Flora and was letting him drive to Weimar, where both were going.

A passing motorist saw the accident and reported it to Weimar Chief of Police Fred Vornsand, who called the highway patrol.

On May 4 last year five people had died in accidents on Colorado County highways, all of them during January, the officer said. Two other were killed during May that year.

Although this is the first fatality in Colorado Coun

in a wreck on Farm-to-Market Road 102 just in Wharton County.

Eagle Lake Headlight, May 8, 1958

 Hitchhiker Who Died in Crash ‘Took Over’ Car, Says Survivor

The survivor of a wreck early Monday morning just east of the Borden underpass in which a negro youth was killed gave a sworn statement this week that the negro had commandeered the car after hitchhiking a ride.

Killed when the car rolled over four times after failing to make a curve near the underpass was Leo Steward, 19, of Eagle Lake.

The other occupant was Howard Wm. Meyer, 36, of La Marque, who was hospitalized here with many bruises and cuts.

The wreck occurred at about 1:20 a.m. Monday.

The 1956 Ford, totally wrecked, belonged to Brasher Motor Co. of Weimar, who had loaned it to Meyer for the weekend while his pickup was being repaired here.

Knife in Belt

According to Meyer’s statement to the investigating highway patrolman, Alton Adcock, and repeated later this week before Justice of the Peace A. J. Ratliff, Steward had made Meyer change his intended route after hitchhiking a ride at Glen Flora, near Wharton, and later had insisted on taking the wheel himself. Meyer said he complied with little argument because Steward was wearing a knife in his belt. He said the negro never threatened him, however.

A Brasher spokesman said Meyer had left his pickup here Sunday in order that an early start on repairs could be made Monday. Meyer borrowed the car and said he was going squirrel hunting at his deer camp near Hallettsville and would be back Monday afternoon for the pickup.

Asked Ride to E. Lake.

Meyer in his statement said he left his camp Sunday night and drove to Altair to eat. At Altair he noticed a dance poster and went to Glen Flora to “look in” on the dance. As he started to leave there, he said, the negro was standing by his car and asked to ride with him to Eagle Lake.

At Eagle Lake, according to Meyer, the negro said he had changed his mind and wanted to go to Weimar. Meyer said he told him he was not going that way and was going from Eagle Lake to Altair and Hallettsville, but that Steward said, “No, you’re going to take me to Weimar.”

Fast Ride from Columbus

At Columbus, Meyer continued, Steward insisted on taking the wheel, and a wild 90-mile-per-hour ride ended in the wreck near the underpass, about 5 miles east of here on Highway 90.

The knife Meyer described has not been fund. He said the negro did not take it out of his belt but that it appeared to have a heavy wooden handle like a butcher knife. Meyer said he noticed the knife soon after Steward got in the car at Glen Flora, and that Steward explained he needed it for protection against other negroes at Eagle Lake.

Weimar Mercury, May 9,, 1958, page 1

Richard W. Lott,
J. H. McCreary,
W. S. Curry,
Committee.

Eagle Lake Headlight, February 2, 1919, page 3
[Interment in Eagle Lake Masonic Cemetery. The obituary for Ethel Churchbaugh made no mention of the child. Thus the inclusion of this Resolution. DA]

Strait, Addie

Yoakum Graphic: Mrs. Wilkerson received a telegram from Columbus yesterday announcing the death of her sister, Mrs. Strate, which occurred in that place yesterday afternoon. Deceased was the mother of Mrs. Thad Whitfield. [Interment in Columbus City Cemetery]

Weimar Mercury, July 13, 1895