Josephine Ramon of Kenedy, Texas was born on September 17, 1942 to Ramon Velasquez and Angelita Gonzales Velasquez passed away on December 16, 2020 at the age of 78. Mrs. Ramon was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Eduardo Ramon Sr. in 1979 and her brother: Eduardo Ramon Jr.; her sister: San Juanita Arenas and most recently her son: Jimmy V. Ramon on December 17, 2020. She is survived by her daughter: Leticia Ramon (Eddie Reyes) of Kenedy, TX; son: Michael V. Ramon of Pampa, TX; her sister: Maria Perez; brothers: Ruben Velasquez, Roy Velasquez, and Ramiro Velasquez; and other relatives. Visitation will be held for Josephine and her son, Jimmy V. Ramon  on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 from 1:00p.m. to 9:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel. Funeral services will be held on  Wednesday, December 23, 2020 for Josephine and Jimmy V. Ramon at 10:00a.m. at Eckols Chapel with Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating. Interment to follow in Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery in Pawnee, Texas. Pallbearers: Jon Eric Garcia, Eduardo Ramon, Gilbert Perez, Candelario Ramirez, Saul Perez and Richard Gonzales.

***Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic you will be required to wear a face mask covering to enter the Building/Chapel to attend the Rosary or Services of Mrs. Josephine Ramon and practice Social Distancing for the safety of the RAMON FAMILY and those attending. Thank you for your cooperation and respectfulness – The Staff of Eckols Funeral Home, Inc. ***

Brandon Keith Rodriguez, Age 31 of Kenedy, TX passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020. Brandon was born on January 3, 1989 in Kenedy, TX to Richard Rodriguez and Monica Fields. He was an Equipment Operator for U.S. Ecology a loving Father, Son, Brother, Grandson, Uncle, Nephew, friend to many and of the Catholic Faith.

He is preceded in death by his Paternal Grandfather Domingo J. Rodriguez.

He is survived by his Mother, Monica Fields and husband Darren; Father, Richard Rodriguez and wife Sandy, daughters, Madison Marie Antoinette Rodriguez, Emmalynn Anastacia Rodriguez; brother, Nicholas “Nick” Rodriguez; step-sisters, Sarah Fields, Tiffany Fields; step-brother, Jacob Fields; Paternal Grandmother, Doris S. Rodriguez; nephew, Dalton Aaron Paul Rodriguez; numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends.

A Holy Rosary will be recited Friday, December 18, 2020 at 7PM in the Eckols Chapel. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 11AM at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Norbert Hermann Officiating. Interment will follow in the Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy, TX.

Tomas Diaz Jr. (U.S. Army Veteran) of Kenedy, Texas was born on August 19, 1948 in Kenedy, Texas to Tomas Diaz and Gregoria Luna Diaz passed away on Monday, December 14, 2020 at the age of 72 years, 3 months, and 25 days. Mr. Diaz was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his son: Tomas Diaz III; grandchildren: Hailey Nicole Diaz, Addison Paige Diaz and Kaleb Rene Diaz; brother: David Diaz who resided with him; former spouse: Frances Massey; and other relatives. Visitation will take place on Thursday, December  17, 2020 from 1:00p.m. to 9:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel. Funeral services Friday, December 18, 2020 at 10:00a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating. Interment in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Pallbearers:

Jason John Perez Macias, of Three Rivers, Texas was born on August 6, 1998 to Manuel Macias Jr. and Diana Perez in Beeville, Texas passed away on December 7, 2020 at the age of 22. Jason was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Manuel and Tomasa Macias Sr.. He is survived by his maternal grandmother: Maria Perez and step grandfather: Juan Rocha, both of Three Rivers, TX; his father: Manuel Macias Jr. (Vilma) of Yorktown, TX; his mother: Diana Perez (Richard Gonzales) of Three Rivers, TX; sisters: Adrianna Perez of Victoria, TX and Angeline Bella Macias of Yorktown, TX; brothers: Fredrick Mario Perez of Three Rivers, TX and Manuel Macias III of Yorktown, TX; 8 uncles; 5 aunts; numerous cousins and other relatives. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 13, 2020 from 9:00a.m. to 9:00p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel. Funeral services Monday, December 14, 2020 at 10:00a.m. at Eckols Chapel. Interment to follow in Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery in Pawnee, TX. Pallbearers: Richard Gonzales, Saul Perez, Hilberto Perez, Candelario Ramirez Jr., John Eric Garcia, Brandon Carasco. Honorary Pallbearers:  Frederick Mario Perez and Manuel Macias III.

Josephine Ann Walleck Hierholzer, Age 92 of Fashing, Texas passed away on Friday, December 4, 2020. Josephine was born in Coy City, Texas to Henry and Anastazia Walleck. After the death of her mother she enjoyed many years with her step-mother Agnes Walleck. She married A.H. “Petie” Hierholzer on January 1, 1949. After getting married she resided in Fashing, Texas the rest of her life. She loved the community of Fashing. Her home was always open to family and friends. A hot cup of coffee, warm kolaches, baked goods, and dominoes at the kitchen table were enjoyed by many. Her children and grandchildren were the light of her life.  She is preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, A.H. “Petie” Hierholzer, her parents and eight siblings: Edna Kotzur, Anita Buehring, Mae Buehring, Alton Sain, Henry Walleck, George Walleck, Sam Walleck and Helen Minnie.  She is survived by her children, Wayne Hierholzer (Charlene) of Coy City, Texas, Gary Hierholzer of Fashing, Texas and Ruth Ann Rowland of Austin, Texas. Four Grandchildren: Joi Culpepper (Dusty), Jodi Hierholzer, Jayson Hierholzer, and Jacob Hierholzer (Hannah); Six Great Grandchildren: Kolby, Briley, Kacelyn, Fallon, Layla, Lane and sister-in-laws: Peggy Walleck and Martina Walleck.  Services will be at the Fashing Cemetery Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 11A.M. Immediate family Only will meet at Eckols Funeral Home at 10A.M. for a short prayer service and then go in procession to the cemetery. For everyone’s safety, the family is requesting social distancing and please wear a face mask. There will not be a meal following the Graveside Service.  In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fashing United Methodist Church, the Fashing Cemetery, or charity of one’s choice.

Gracie Marie Morin, of Kenedy, Texas was born in Beeville, Texas to Jesse and Lisa Guerra Morin passed away on November 28, 2020 at the age of 44. She is preceded in death by her parents.  Gracie is survived by her sons: Joseph A. Hernandez(Marisela Perez) of Kenedy, TX, David DeLeon (Isaac Valerio) of Austin, TX,. Eric Hernandez of Kenedy, TX and Jacob DeLeon of Kenedy,TX. grandson: Riley Hernandez; and Grandmother: Hortencia Guerra and other relatives.  Her immediate family came together to  pay their  final respects  and were led in prayer  by Rev. Bergin of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church and her cremains will be placed in a Crown Satin Urn and will be laid to rest near her parents at a later date.  The family would like to thank the following persons for their generosity: Carol Gaskamp, Sandra Reyna, Ida Garza, Steven Martinez, Katie and Jesse Lomas, Diana Martinez, Brianna Garza, Sobie and Sandra Longoria, Marisela Perez, Stephen Arenal, Jesse and Jerome Barrientez, Mary Guerra, Sue B. Carter, Betty L. Butler, Linda Gonzales, Aranda family, Mary Helen Zuniga and Gilbert De La Rosa, Yerma and Ramon Morin. Memorialization proceeds given by: Danny Witte, Kelsey N. Yeater, Mr. and Mrs. Brad Yeater, Jolie Gonzales, Dori A. Yeater, Mr. and Mrs. L. Kiesling, and Ramon Morin and the Sisters.

On Friday, November 27, 2020, Lawrence Edward Rossett(Larry), loving husband and father of two children, passed away at the age 76.

Larry was born on February 29, 1944 in Galveston, TX to Isidro and Sara Rossett. Larry started shining shoes at the age of 6 at a local barbershop and by 17 was barbering. His career as a barber lasted 59 years which included his service in the Army. In 1976 he began working at Beto and Sons Barbershop and he owned a TV repair shop. He opened Clip and Curl Hair Salon and Barbershop in 1980 where he worked until his final days. On November 18, 1971, he married Alicia Rossett. They raised two children, Earl and Shavon.

Larry was a businessman, entrepreneur, and barber. He would say “jack of all trades and a master of none”. He had a passion for his craft, he loved his community, and most of all he enjoyed coming to work and talking to his customers and friends. He was a fan of old school boxing, TV westerns, and an avid music lover. He was a collector of memorabilia and music in every form. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his hair. He was an extraordinary man with a compassionate spirit. In every way, Larry was a beautiful person. Leaving a lasting impression of love and kindness on everyone he met.

Larry was preceded in death by his father, Isidro Rossett, his mother, Sara Rossett and his sister Maria Elisa Rodriguez. He is survived by his wife Alicia Rossett, his two children, Earl Rossett and Shavon Rossett, his grandson Sabian Rossett, his brothers Isidro(Stormy) Rossett, Martin Rossett and Ray Rossett. Visitation will be held at Eckols Chapel on Wednesday December 2nd from 11am to 2pm. A Rosary and celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, December 2nd at 2pm at Eckols Chapel.

Dolores R. Lopez was granted her wings on November 24, 2020. She was born in Kenedy, Texas to Ernesto and Ofelia Rodriguez Lopez on September 9, 1964. Dolores was 56 years old when she entered eternal life. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her son and wife, Dennis and Jackie Lopez, her two grandsons, Patrick and Aaron Lopez of Kenedy, Texas, sisters, Sylvia Dobbs of Sharon Springs, Kansas, Bertha Thomas of Kenedy, Texas, Rosario(Connie) Garza of San Marcos, Texas, brothers, Ernesto Lopez, Jr., Fernando (Cindy) Lopez, Gabino Lopez all of San Antonio, Texas, Julio Lopez and Miguel Lopez of Kenedy, Texas and her many nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Dolores touched many lives and was a friend to many. She will be dearly missed. Her favorite verse from the bible was one that she tried her best to live by: EPHESIANS 4:32- Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 1, 2020 from 5PM to 7PM with a Celebration of Life Service at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Walter Hill, III and Ernesto Lopez, Jr. officiating.

Hilaria V. Cano of Kenedy, Texas was born on November 25, 1954 and passed away on her birthday,  November 25, 2020 at the age of 66. Mrs. Cano was preceded in death by her husband Jose Cano, Jr. on October 3. 2019. She is survived by her daughters: Peggy Duenes of San Antonio,TX, Yvette (Robert) Perales of Hobson,TX and Miranda Cano of Kenedy,TX;  son: Joe (Brenda) Cano III of Kenedy, Texas; 5 grandchildren:  Jarryd, Jayden, Joslyn, Jaaron, Jaelyn; sisters: Velma Garza, Norma Longoria, Diana McGowan, Beck Villarreal, and Rachel Asebedo; brothers: Robert Villarreal, Cain Villarreal, Seferino Villarreal III; numerous nieces, nephews  and other relatives. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 29, 2020 from 9:00a.m. to 9:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel. A Rosary will we recited at 7:00p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2020  at Eckols Chapel. Funeral services  will be held Monday, November 30, 2020 at 10:00a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating. Interment in Loma Alta Cemetery. Pallbearers: Seferino Villarreal IV, Michael Villarreal, Steve Ochoa, Jay Villarreal, Richard Asebedo, Matthew Villarreal. Honorary pallbearers: Jarryd Duenes, and Jaaron Cano.

Sara “Nana” Ann Sosa of Kenedy, Texas was born on June 19, 1969 in Waukegan, IL passed away on November 20, 2020 at the age of 51. Sara was preceded in death by her sister, Sharon Sosa Lara and Infant brother Demetrio Sosa Jr. She is survived by her life time partner: Thomas Villanueva of Kenedy, TX; her parents: Josie and Demetrio Sosa Sr. of Kenedy, TX; her daughter: Sierra Garza of San Antonio,TX; sons: Tristan Villarreal of Kenedy, TX and Ty Villanueva of Kenedy, TX; four grandchildren: Heaven Garza, Haislie Garza, Haistin Garza, Mia Villarreal of Kenedy, TX; sisters: Sandra Sosa Salinas, Samantha Salinas, Stacy (Amado) Cruz, of Kenedy, TX, Frances Nava, Mary Ann Sosa; brothers: Santiago Sosa, Demetrio (Brandi) Sosa Jr. of Kenedy,TX and Edward Sosa; numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 27, 2020 from 9:00a.m. to 9:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel. Graveside  services will be held Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 10:00a.m. at the Loma Alta Cemetery with Rev. Matt Singleton officiating. Interment to follow in Loma Alta Cemetery. Pallbearers: Roxanne Velazquez, Christie Vera, Pamela Hernandez, Yvonne Rosales, Syndal Cruz, Shelley Martinez, Rosie Garza, Pat Prieto. Honorary Pallbearers: Mary Perez and Shannon Sanders.