Odilia G. Gonzales, Age 90 of Karnes City, TX passed away on March 11, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.  Odilia was born on February 14, 1933 in Millersview, TX to the late Patricio Gonzales and Jesusa Garza Gonzales.  She married Ramon Gonzales, Sr. on September 21, 1952 in Karnes City, TX; was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, retired from Pawnee ISD after 28 years of providing devout dietary services and continued providing her dietary services to many of the nursing homes in the Karnes County area that include, John Paul II Nursing Home, Restful Acres, and Karnes City Health and Rehab. She was also a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church  and will be greatly missed.

She is preceded by her husband, parents, daughter, Mary Molina’ brothers, Guadalupe Gonzales, Arturo Gonzales and Jose A. Gonzales.

She is survived by her children, Irma Arenas of Kenedy, Modesta and husband Juan of Karnes City, Susie Martinez of Karnes City, Lupe Badillo of Louisiana; sons, Ramon Gonzales and wife Sylvia of Karnes City, Johnny Gonzales and wife JoAnn of Karnes City, Armando Gonzales and wife Lydia of El Oso, brother, Ernest Gonzales of Mesquite; 33 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and many dear family members and friends.  

A Memorial Rosary will be recited Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 10AM at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church.  Memorial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church.  Inurnment will follow at the Nell Cemetery in Nell, TX.

Seferino G. Serna, Sr. a lifelong resident of Pawnee, Texas, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 13, 2023 at home in Ray Point, Texas at the age of 88 years 7 months and 14 days.

Seferino was born, August 26, 1934 in El Oso, Texas, the son of Aurelio Serna, Sr. and Luisa Gonzales Serna.  He married Elida Villanueva on June 10, 1956 in Pawnee, Texas.  Mr. Serna was a hardworking farmer and rancher, a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and great-great grandfather.

Seferino is survived by his beloved wife of over 66 years, Elida Serna of Pawnee, TX; his sons, Roque Serna and wife Lillian from Nell, TX, Rene Serna and wife Delia of Beaumont, TX; his daughters, Estella Perez and husband Thomas of Kenedy, TX, Imelda Marin and husband Joe from Ray Point, TX, Ilda Serna from Pawnee, TX, Irene Aguirre and partner Richard Moya of Three Rivers, TX; his brother, Dionicio Serna of Guymon, Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Anita Serna from Pawnee, TX; brother-in-law, Servando Villanueva of Garden City, Kansas.  He is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren plus 2 on the way.

Mr Serna is preceded in death by his son, Seferino Serna, Jr.; his parents, his sisters, Maria Villanueva, Felicita Smith and his brothers, Elifonso, Fernando and Isaac Serna.

Visitation will be held Friday, March 17, 2023 in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel from 5PM to 7:30PM with a Holy Rosary to be recited at 7:30 PM.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 2:00 PM ay Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Pawnee, TX with the Rev. Richard Zielensky officiating.  Interment will follow in the Nell Cemetery in Nell, TX.

Serving as Pallbearers are: Diesel S. Marin, Daniel A. Munos, Gilbert Aguirre, Jr., Jonathan Serna, Michael F. Serna, Robert Serna, Fernando Serna, Jr., and Anthony R. Ruiz, Jr. 

Zachary Tyler Decas was taken from this world on or about December 5, 2022.
Zachary was born on April 18, 1989 at Otto Kaiser Hospital in Kenedy Texas.
Zachary’s family includes: Son, Aiden Christensen, Mother, Ruby Delaine (Dee Dee) Remmers, Father, Craig Decas, Brother, Joshua Decas, Nephew, Jayton Cole Decas and Niece, Jalynn Decas. Aunts and Uncles, Brandi and David Blevins, Stacy and Kody Kanak, and Kay Vick, Cousins, Kendall Kanak, Lincoln, Brooklyn, and Maverick Blevins, Kristin Bloskas and Chelsi Terry, Grandparents, Joe(Red) and June Decas, Preceded in death by grandparents, Nettie and Bobby Remmers and Uncle, Ron Vick.
Zachary was a beloved son, brother, nephew, grandson, uncle, cousin and friend. He had a kind soul, was a loyal friend, and had a knack for making people laugh. He was taken too soon and he will be missed.
Services will be held Saturday March 11, 2023 at Eckol’s Funeral Home in Kenedy at 10 am. Lunch will be served following the service at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Karnes City from 12-3.

Bridgett Bea Gonzales, Age 51,  passed away on February 17, 2023 in San Antonio, TX.  Bridgett was born on October 23, 1971 in Karnes City, TX to the Robert Diaz Gonzales and Beatrice Soliz Villafranca. She graduated high school from Kenedy, TX where she grew up and completed her undergraduate Degree from Incarnate Word University in San Antonio, TX.  Bridgett was an adventurous soul who loved to travel and make memories with friends and family. Some of her favorite pastimes included attending concerts from country artist such as George Strait, Garth Brooks, Terri Clark and so many more. She loved to attend various rodeos such as the San Antonio, Houston, and even the National Rodeo finals in Las Vegas. 

Bridgett is preceded in death by her parents, Robert Diaz Gonzales and Beatrice Soliz Villafranca; grandparents, Tomasa Diaz, Eugenio Gonzales, Beatrice Soliz and Eusebio Soliz.

Bridgett is survived by her brother Robert Gonzales; nephews Robert Gonzales III and Justin Gonzales; sister Roseann Villafranca; Step-father Raul Villafranca  and many dear family members and friends.

A Holy Rosary will be recited Friday, March 3, 2023 at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Robert Ploch. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Robert Ploch officiating. In honor of her love of horses, country music, and rodeos western attire is appropriate for Saturday’s funeral.

Serving as Pallbearers: Robert Gonzales III, George Soliz, Mike R Casarez Sr., Michael Waymire, Ruben Martinez, Rudy DeLaCruz, and Randy

Services for Bridgett Beatrice Gonzales

A Holy Rosary will be recited Friday, March 3, 2023 at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Robert Ploch. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Robert Ploch officiating.

A full and complete obit will be posted shortly.

Manuel Nunez, Jr., Age 72 of Nordheim, TX passed away on February 21, 2023 in Victoria, TX.  Manuel was born on May 10, 1950 in Kenedy, TX to the late Manuel, Sr. and Olivia Farias Nunez.  Manuel married Adelia Garcia Nunez on Oct. 20, 1970 in Nordheim, was a loader operator for Brannon Paving Company before retirement to enjoy his grandchildren and living life to his fullest and was of the Catholic Faith.

Manuel is preceded in death by his parents, Manuel, Sr. and Olivia Farias Nunez; sisters, Flora Segura, Susana Salinas, and Rosa Salinas.

Manuel is survived by his loving wife Adelia Garcia Nunez of Nordheim; children, Cynthia Perez and husband Andrew of Victoria; son, Johnny Nunez of Nordheim; sisters, Maria Nunez of Kenedy, Manuela Herrera of Runge; brother, Joe Nunez of Kenedy; grandchildren Isaac Perez and Jason Perez of Victoria and many dear family members and friends.

A Holy Rosary will recited Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated March 1, 2023 at 10:00 A.M at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Robert Ploch officiating.  Interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kenedy, TX.

Serving as Pallbearers: Isaac Perez, Jason Perez, Danny Segura, Oscar Segura, Jr., Michael Byler, and Mario Rodriguez.

Erna Hilda Boerm Borgfeld went to heaven on February 15, 2023. She was born April 25, 1926 in the country, near Nordheim, Texas. She went to school through the third grade in a local country school, following which she stayed home to help her mother and grandfather on the farm.  She married her best friend, Alton Borgfeld on August 1, 1944 prior to his leaving for World War II military service.  They lived on Erna’s mother farm between Nordheim and Runge.   In 1964, they moved to Karnes County to their own farm, raising chickens, cows, pigs and sheep.   She was an awesome cook and seamstress.  She loved to crochet and sew, often making many gifts for family and friends.  She was a member at St. Paul’s Lutheran church.  Erna has missed Alton terribly since his death in 2017, ending 73 years of marriage.  In 2018, due to health issues, Erna moved to Round Rock, Texas, to be near her only son, Curt and his family.

Erna was the last surviving member of her family.  She is predeceased by her husband Alton; her grandson, Kyle Borgfeld; her parents and her 6 siblings.  She is survived by her son, Curt Borgfeld, his wife, Lynette; her grandchildren Sawyer Borgfeld, Kelly Borgfeld Woods (spouse Ryan Woods), and Kevin Borgfeld. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and their families.

Many thanks to the people that have helped care for Erna, during these last few years, including Mary Patrick, an independent caregiver.  Also thanks to the Round Rock Brookdale staff and caregivers, as well as, St. David’s hospice nurses, caregivers, musical therapy, and chaplain services.

Visitation will be on February 26^th of 2023, from 2 pm. until 5 pm.  Funeral services to held at 2 pm on February 27^th of 2023.  All services will be at Echols Funeral Home, 420 West Liveoak Street, Kenedy, Texas 78119.  Interment will follow in the Nordheim Cemetery, Nordheim, TX.

Memorials can be given to the Nordheim Cemetery or to charities of your choosing.

Emma Martina Walleck, age 85

Emma Martina Walleck, 85 of Nell, TX, died February 20, 2023, at her home.  She was born October 7, 1937, in Fashing, TX to Emma (Buegeler) and Martin Lieke

She is preceded in death by her husband, Henry Walleck, parents, Emma and Martin Lieke, grandson, Latham Walleck.

She is survived by her children, Freddie Walleck (Karen), Saint Hedwig, TX, Cathy Pawelek (Buster), Jourdanton, TX her grandchildren, Garrett Pawelek and Clayton Walleck, her brothers, Elton Lieke (Saundra), Ronnie Lieke and sister, Irene Lieke as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other family members.

Martina enjoyed all things social, playing cards and dominos regularly with her friends and she enjoyed her cows.

In lieu of flowers, you may send a donation to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kenedy.

A visitation will be held on Monday, February 27, 2023 from 6PM- 8PM at Eckols Funeral Home in Kenedy, TX. 

The Funeral service will be held Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at 10:00 AM, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kenedy, TX.

Ismael Ortiz Serenil, born on April 9, 1949, went to be with our Lord on February 19, 2023, at the age or 73. He is preceded in death by his Parents: Isabel & Brigida Ortiz Serenil; Brothers: Jesus, Abel, and Israel Serenil; Sister: Irma Martinez and Son: Christopher Serenil. He is survived by his children Jacqueline and Melissa, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. 5 Sisters and 3 brothers as well as numerous nieces and nephews.   Ismael served in the U.S. Army as an Army Specialist (E-4). He was stationed in Germany and received an Honorable Discharge in 1971.  The Committal service will be held on March 1st at 1:45 PM at National Cemetery in Houston, Tx.

Joslyn Marlaney Gomes-Lira, Age 11 of Seguin, TX formerly of Kenedy, TX passed away on February 7, 2023 in San Antonio, TX.  Joslyn was born on August 1, 2011 in San Antonio, TX to Hernan Gomez and Susie Lira.  She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and of the Catholic faith.

She is survived by her parents Hernan Gomez and Susie Lira of Seguin, TX, sisters, Caylynn DeLosSantos of Karnes City, TX, Catalina Salas of Kenedy, TX; brothers, Alex Lira and wife Andrea of Seguin, TX, Jairo Gomez of Honduras, Jeffrey Gomes of Seguin, TX and numerous loving family members and dear friends.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 24, 2023 from 2PM to 6PM with a Holy Rosary to be Recited at 6PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel located at 420 W.  Live Oak St. in Kenedy, TX.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30AM with viewing beginning at 9AM to 10:30AM located at St. James Catholic Church 510 Camp St., Seguin, TX 78155. Interment will follow in the Santo Tomas Cemetery in Seguin, TX.

Serving as Pallbearers: Chris Garcia, Raymond Garcia, III, Elias Garcia, Rudy Garcia, Jr., Ismael Garcia, Donald Garcia and Roman Garcia Cortez.