Frank S. Clyne

Frank S. Clyne, a lifelong resident of Kenedy, Texas, passed away, Saturday, December 28, 2013 at 12:38 A.M., in the Bluebonnet Nursing and Rehab Center in Karnes City, Texas at the age of 90 years, 5 months and 6 days.

Frank was born and raised in Kenedy, Texas, July 22, 1923 the son of Charles Ernest Clyne and Mittie Fikes Clyne. Frank proudly served his country in the United States Navy having fought in World War II. Frank was a member of the Kenedy Fire Department for over 30 years and was a mechanic for Kauffman Motor Company in Kenedy, Texas. Mr. Clyne was of the Baptist faith.

Frank’s beloved wife, Ruth Clyne preceded him in death on January 30, 2005. He is also preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mittie Clyne. Mr. Clyne is survived by his sons, Frank Clyne, Jr., of San Antonio, Carl Clyne and wife Paulette of Boerne, Billy Clyne and wife Gloria of Cuero, Everett Clyne and wife Susan of Helena, Charles L. Clyne of Kenedy, Charles Brown and wife Wanda of Kenedy and Lance Clyne and wife Raquel of San Antonio.

Visitation will be held, Wednesday, January 1, 2014 from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel, Kenedy, Texas. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 A.M., Thursday, January 2, 2014 in the Eckols Chapel with T.J. Burris officiating. Interment will follow in the Kenedy Cemetery.

Robert L. Underbrink

 

Robert L. Underbrink, a lifelong resident of Kenedy, Texas, passed away, Thursday, December 26, 2013 at 12:20 A.M., in the Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital in Kenedy, Texas at the age of 72 years, 3 months and 20 days.

Robert was born September 6, 1941 in Corpus Christi, Texas the son of Urban L. Underbrink and Beatrice Johnson Underbrink. On July 3, 1964, Robert Married Mary Louise Ford in Choate, Texas. Robert was a school teacher and taught for 35 years in both the Pettus and Runge School Districts.

Robert is survived by his loving wife of over 49 years, Mary Louise Underbrink of Kenedy; his daughters, Joy Tam and husband Pat of Kenedy and Brenda Underbrink of Kenedy; his son, Robert L. Underbrink of Kenedy; his brother, Urban L. Underbrink and wife Nancy of Victoria; his sisters, Mary Ruth El-Hakam and husband Bakri of Sugarland and Nellie Mae Barnes of Charco. Robert is also survived by his 4 beloved grandchildren, Patrick, Chrystal, Paige and Kevin Tam. Mr. Underbrink is preceded in death by his parents, Urban and Beatrice Underbrink.

Visitation will be held Friday, December 27, 2013 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel, Kenedy, Texas.  Funeral services will be held, 11:00 A.M., Saturday, December 28, 2013, from the Eckols Chapel.  Interment will follow in the Choate Cemetery, Choate, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to South Texas Children Home or to the Choate Cemetery.

RV Allen

R.V. “Pete” Allen, a resident of San Antonio, Texas and formally of Kenedy, Texas, entered eternal rest, Wednesday, December 25, 2013 at 5:04 P.M. in San Antonio, TX at the age of 69 years, 2 months and 21 days.
R.V. was born on October 4, 1944 in Kenedy, TX to James Allen and Marian Douglas. He was a proud Veteran of the US Air Force and of the Baptist Faith.
R.V. is survived by his mother Marian Douglas of Kenedy, TX, daughters; Charmetria Spencer Akala of Slidell,LA , Tanisha Spencer, Kathy Bailey, Diana Spencer, son Robert Spencer of San Antonio, TX, sisters; Vivian Richardson of Fort Worth TX, Katie Mikes of Mississippi, Geraldine Richardson of San Antonio,TX, Diana Tapscott of California, and brother Oscar Mikes of Kenedy, TX.
He is preceded in death by his father, and brothers Edward Douglas and Jamie Mikes.
Visitation will be held Monday, December 30, 2013 at 9:00 AM to 12 NOON in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Services will be held Monday, December 30, 2013 at 2:00 PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Interment will follow at the Kenedy Cemetery with Military Honors.

Cosme Carrion

Cosme Carrion, a lifelong resident of Kenedy, Texas, entered eternal rest, Sunday, December 8, 2013, at 4:21 P.M., in the Metropolitan Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 61 years, 10 months and 13 days.

Cosme was born January 25, 1952 in Kenedy, Texas the son of Delfino A. Carrion, Sr., and Petra DeLaPaz Carrion. Cosme married Joyce DeDear, June 11, 1993 in Kenedy, Texas.

Cosme is survived by his beloved wife of over 20 years, Joyce Carrion of Kenedy; his daughters, Sabrina Peña and husband Danny of Kenedy, Stacy Luna and husband Joe of Kenedy, Stephanie Tammy Sanchez and husband Jerry of Rosenberg and Ciara Costello of San Antonio; his step-children, Christopher Leal and wife Gloria of San Antonio, Jason Leal and wife Bianca of San Antonio and Jessica Salas and husband Ruben of San Antonio; his 18 grandchildren; his sisters, Linda Beaver and husband Jerard of Karnes City, Elva Carrion of Karnes City, Lisa Baxter and husband Tim of Midland and Betty Wishert and husband Steve of Karnes City and his brother, George Carrion and wife Mary of Kenedy. Mr. Carrion is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Cosme Carrion, Jr., and his brother, Delfino A. Carrion, Jr.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 11, 2013 in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel, Kenedy, Texas. A Celebration of Life will be held, Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 2:00 P.M., in the funeral home chapel officiated by Rev. Bennie Herrera, Jr. Interment will follow in the Loma Alta Cemetery, Kenedy, Texas.

Adam John Torres

Adam John Torres, a resident of Runge, Texas, passed away, Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at Northeast Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 41. Adam was born, March 12, 1972 in Karnes City, Texas the son of Adam Torres and Eliza “Midge” Franco Torres.

Adam is survived by his father; his sister, Dana Torres and his brother, Randy Sanders. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Torres is preceded in death by his mother, Eliza “Midge” Franco Torres.

Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M., Friday, December 6, 2013 in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel, Kenedy, Texas. Funeral services will also be held Friday in the Chapel beginning at 1:30 P.M. Interment will follow in the Helena Cemetery, Helena, Texas. Serving as pallbearers will be, Randy Sanders, Roland Casarez, Refugio Vargas, Ray Ochoa, Enrique Franco and Marcus Garcia. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be, Dylan Reyes and Jesse Laijas.

Werner Fritz Buehring

Werner Fritz Buehring, a former resident of Kenedy, Texas, entered eternal rest, surrounded by his family, Monday, December 2, 2013 in Giddings, Texas at the age of 69 years, 4 months and 20 days.

Werner was born, July 12, 1944 in Lenz, Texas, the son of Louis Buehring and Elsie Rosenbrock Buehring. He proudly served his country while in the United States Army serving in the Vietnam War. After leaving the Army, Werner married, Doris Ann Walterdorf in Karnes City, Texas on September 18, 1970. Werner worked for Weston Gas Company as a pipeline foreman; he was a devoted husband and a beloved father and grandfather.

Mr. Buehring is preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Elsie Buehring; his 3 brothers and 1 infant grandchild. Werner is survived by his loving wife of over 43 years, Doris Ann Buehring; his daughters, Debbie Kubla and husband Johnny and Sandra Meadows and husband James; his 4 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; his 2 sisters and his 17 brothers.

Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 P.M., Thursday, December 5, 2013 in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel, Kenedy. Funeral services will be, Friday, December 6, 2013 at 11:00 A.M., in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Wally Schievelbein officiating. Interment will follow in the Kenedy Cemetery.

Euodias Harris

Euodias Harris, age 100, moved from her Heavenly Home, Sunday, December 1, 2013 from Marshall, Texas. Euodias was born August 21, 1913 in Thrall, Texas, to Alvin and Myrtle Bownds. She lived most of her life near Kenedy, Texas. She retired from the Kenedy Independent School District in August, 1977. Her church service was primarily in the Green Baptist Church near Kenedy, Texas and currently a member of the First Baptist Church, Tuleta, Texas.

She enjoyed teaching, canning, sewing, gardening, cooking and most of all; spending time with family and friends. She was recognized as a great homemaker; a devoted wife, mother grandmother and hostess to a multitude of people.

Euodias is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 67 years, John L. Harris; her son, John Ray Harris and wife Carol; two sisters and two brothers. She is survived by her two daughters, Barbara Atkinson and husband Franklin of Marshall and NormaNoah and husband Don of Corpus Christi; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren and one sister, Joy Bailey.

Visitation will be held, Saturday, December 7, 2013, from 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M., in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel, Kenedy, Texas. Funeral services will be held, 11:00 A.M., Saturday in the Chapel. Interment will follow in the Kenedy Cemetery.

The family would be honored if memorials be given to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering, Gideon’s International or a charity of personal choice.

Sally Rose Jaramillo

Sally Rose Jaramillo, a resident of Kenedy, Texas passed away, Friday, November 29, 2013, in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 52 years, 10 months and 21 days.
Sally was born, January 8, 1961 in Floresville, Texas the daughter of Reynaldo Jaramillo, Sr., and Virginia Aguirre Jaramillo. Sally was a loving mother and grandmother; she worked as a sales rep for both Alamo Lumber and John Deere in Kenedy, Texas.
Sally is survived by her daughter, Denise Benavides Garcia and husband David of Kenedy, Texas; her son, Juan Benavides and wife Sandy of Kenedy, Texas; her 11 grandmother; her 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Teri Benavides of Karnes City and Patricia Hernandez of Wisconsin and her brothers, Alacrio Jaramillo of Utah Manuel Jaramillo and wife Mary Lou of Karnes City and Eloy Jaramillo of Houston. Ms. Jaramillo is preceded in death by her son, Gilberto Benavides.
A memorial service was held, Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 2:00 P.M., in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel officiated by Rev. Walter Hill, III.

Ramon Rodriguez

Ramon Rodriguez, a resident of Kenedy, Texas, passed away, Thursday, November 28, 2013, in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 56.
Ramon was born in Dolores Hidalgo, Mexico, the son of Jose Carmen Rodriguez and Maria Caltzonzin Rodriguez. Ramon married Nickie Davila on April 9, 1977. He worked as a supervisor for G. E. Pouge for 21 years before retiring.
Ramon is survived by his wife, Nickie Rodriguez of Kenedy; his mother, Maria Rodriguez of Mexico; his sons, Joshua “Joey” Rodriguez and wife Micaela of Kenedy and Efrain “Bubba” Rodriguez and wife Andrea of Converse; his brothers, Jose, Ramiro, Rogelio and Pancho Rodriguez and his sisters, Angelica Rivas, Carmen Rodriguez, Beatrice and Olivia Manzano. Ramon is also survived by his grandchildren, Alex and Alycia Rodriguez.
Visitation will be held, Wednesday, December 4, 2013 in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel, followed by a rosary to be recited at 7:30 P.M., in the chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 1:30 P.M., Thursday, December 5, 2013 at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Kenedy with Rev. Norbert Herman officiating. Interment will follow in the Loma Alta Cemetery with Joshua D. Rodriguez, Efrain D. Rodriguez, Matias Gonzales, Jr., Pancho C. Rodriguez, Ramiro C. Rodriguez and Esteban Avilles serving as pallbearers.

Fernando G. Serna, Sr.

Fernando G. Serna, Sr., a lifelong resident of Pawnee, Texas, entered into eternal rest, Monday, November 25, 2013, in the Karnes County Health and Rehab Center in Karnes City, Texas at the age of 76 years, 4 months and 26 days.
Fernando was born, June 30, 1937 in El Oso, Texas, the son of Auerlio Serna and Louisa Gonzales Serna. He married Anita Rocha on August 28, 1963 in Three Rivers, Texas. Mr. Serna was a hardworking farmer and rancher, a devoted husband and a loving father.
Fernando is survived by her beloved wife of over 50 years, Anita Serna; his daughter, Betty Casanova and husband Felix; his sons, Bobby Serna and wife Alejandra, Ricky Serna and Fernando Serna, Jr., and wife Maria; his sister, Felecita Serna and his brothers, Isaac, Seferino and Dionicio Serna. He is also survived by his 16 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Mr. Serna is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Maria Villanueva and his brother, Elifonso Serna.
Visiation will be held, Thursday, November 28, 2013 in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel, Kenedy, Texas with a rosary to be recited, Thursday at 7:00 P.M. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M., Friday, November 29, 2013 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Pawnee, Texas. Interment will follow in the Nell Cemetery, Nell, Texas.