Peggy Jane Hailey came into this world on July 13, 1966 and left it October 27, 2017 peacefully sitting in front of her computer.  She came into a home where she was loved and given a very diverse and cultural experience.  She graduated in May of 1984 from Kenedy High School and went on to attend Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX, where she was an active member of Delta Zeta, Hand bell Choir, Chorale, served as Chair of the Homecoming SING committee in 1987 and was an original member of the Southwestern English Society.  After graduating from Southwestern, she attended Rutgers University, Newark, New Jersey, where she graduated with a Master’s in English.  Peg was a graduate assistant in the English department and a resident assistant while attending. While in New Jersey, Peg loved to go into New York, see plays and experience all of the culture she could absorb in New York.  Peggy returned to Austin, Texas, and began her career in books.  She worked at book stores, including Book People where she eventually became head book buyer.  Peg loved independent book stores and loved all the opportunities that enabled her to attend book conferences where she loved meeting and talking with the authors and being on different panels at conferences.  She was a book editor for RevolutionSF and had her own blog.  After the death of her parents, she continued to work in Austin and live in Kenedy, eventually moving to Kenedy full time.  Working in the Runge Public Library gave Peg the opportunity to again be around books and she tried to instill her love of books and reading into the children and students she helped. This was displayed best in her annual summer throw down reading contest. She worked hard to see that each age group had a fair chance at winning.  Peggy loved to shop online and was the best gift giver.  She also loved to cook and try out new recipes and the question at holidays was always, “Wonder what kind of pie Peg is bringing?”  Peggy was an active member in the community of Runge.  She was a part of Chamber of Commerce activities, attended meals held at the Library for different groups, loved visiting with everyone who came into the Library.  She participated in the Christmas Program with the Library every year and helped facilitate summer programs at the library.  Peggy will be remembered fondly by her friends for her sharp wit, keen insight, and unwavering support.  She was always honest, but never cruel.  She was the person one could always count on to be there in good times or in bad.  Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Berkley and Georgia Ann Hailey.  She is survived by her brother, Tom and his wife Belinda, beloved nephew, Lamar B. Hailey III, of San Antonio, her cousin and lifelong friend, Julie Borroum of Austin, along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins from both the Borroum and Hailey families.  Donations may be given to the Runge Public Library, 311 Helena Street, Runge, TX 78151.  Visitation will be Saturday, Nov. 4, from 2-4 at Eckols Funeral Home, Kenedy, Texas.  Services will be Sunday, Nov. 5, 2:00 at Eckols Funeral Home, with burial at the Kenedy Cemetery and a reception for family and friends at the Family Life Building, next to the First Baptist Church in Runge following services.

Alton L. Borgfeld, born May 3, 1924 in Weser, Texas and died October 31, 2017 in Kenedy, Texas. He was the oldest son of Henry W. and Annie Borgfeld.  He attended high school in Yorktown, Texas.  He married Erna H. Boerm on August 1, 1944 just before being deployed to Okinawa, Japan as part of World War II, serving in the United States Army from 1944 through 1946.  He returned from the war and took up the occupation of farming.  Later he worked full time for 24 ½ years at General Mills/Henkle as a processing operator.  Alton and Erna bought a farm and moved to Karnes City in 1964.  He loved farming and growing things as well as raising cattle.  He was a member at St. Paul’s Lutheran church.  He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Janie Rangnow and his grandson, Kyle Borgfeld.  Survivors include his wife, Erna Borgfeld; son and wife, Curt and Lynette Borgfeld; three grandchildren, Caitlyn, Kelly, and Kevin Borgfeld; brother and wife, Henry and Lorna Borgfeld; and many nieces and nephews.

Family Visitation will be Friday, November 3, 2017 from 5PM to 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be held Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 2PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Interment will follow in the Nordheim Cemetery, Nordheim, TX.

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

Charlene Angermiller-Stewart, Age 76 of Windcrest, TX formerly of Kenedy, TX passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at home surrounded by her loving family. Charlene was born on January 14, 1941 in Sinton, TX to the late Fred and Mary (McComick) Angermiller.  She retired as a building manager for Pyramid Properties, was a member of Windcrest Methodist Church.  Growing up in Kenedy then cheerleading and graduating at Kenedy High, Class of 1958, she made many close friends and lifelong relationships.  She will be fondly remembered, as a loving Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Aunt and dear friend to many.

She is preceded in death by her parents Fred and Mary Angermiller; daughter, Karen Elizabeth Wedge; sister, Louise Green; brother LeRoy Angermiller and brother-in-law Carl Tolar.

She is survived by her son, Levi Brown and wife Joy of Cedar Creek; daughter, Sharon Larson of San Antonio; grandchildren, Jeffery Humphries and Krystal Humphries; great-granddaughter, Kyra Humphries all of San Antonio; sisters, Jean and husband Dalton Hartmann of Runge, Freda Tolar of Deer Park; sister-in-law Dee Angermiller of Baytown; brother-in-law Walter Green of Kenedy, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 2PM to 3PM in the Eckols Funeral Chapel with Funeral Services at 3PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Joan Ahrens officiating. Interment will follow in the Pawnee Cemetery in Pawnee, TX.

Vivian Beatrice Slezinsky, age 86, of Kenedy, TX passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017 in Stockdale, TX. Vivian was born on December 22, 1930 in Yorktown, TX to the late Willie and Minnie Rabenaldt Audilet.   She married Julius Slezinsky on March 9, 1956 in Kenedy, TX who preceded her in death on January 10, 2014. Vivian was a loving wife, mother, grandmother,great-grandmother, sister, friend to many and of the Protestant Faith.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Julius Slezinsky; parents, Willie and Minnie Rabenaldt Audilet; sisters, Lucille Coleman, Rose Lee Kubala; brother, Edmund Audilet and infant brother, Marvin Audilet.

She is survived by her daughters: Yvonne Ruhmann and husband Russ of Cotulla, TX and Elizabeth Soden and husband Scott of Stockdale, TX; grandchildren: Zachary Ruhmann and wife Lauren and their child Quinn  of Pleasanton, TX, Trenton Ruhmann of Cotulla, TX, Jennifer Soden of Stockdale, TX, Tyler Soden and Companion Chanel and their child Ava of Dallas, TX; brothers, Alton Audilet of Yorktown, TX, William Audilet of Kenedy, TX, James Audilet of Yorktown, TX; nieces: Shirley Coleman of Poth, TX and Virginia Kay Lee of Poth, TX and numerous other nieces and nephews.

Family Visitation will be held Saturday, September 23, 2017 from 10AM to 12PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 12PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Trey Hill officiating.  Interment will follow in the Kenedy Cemetery, Kenedy, TX.

Zacarias Cortez, Age 84 of Kenedy, TX passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2017 in San Antonio, TX. Zacarias was born on November 5, 1932 in Runge, TX to the late Eulogio and Eliza Muniz Cortez. He was a retired mechanic and a member of Our Lady Queen Catholic Church.

He is preceded in death by his wife Ofelia Cruz Cortez; parents, Eulogio and Elisa Muniz Cortez and a brother, Narciso Cortez.

He is survived by his daughters, Esmeralda Cano and husband Joseph of  Beeville, Irene Cortez and husband Ramiro Vega of Kenedy; sons, Armando Cortez and wife Dora Leal of Beeville; sisters, Dora Torres of Runge, Soila Jaramillo of Kenedy, Elva Rivas of San Antonio, Viola Cortez of Kenedy; 17 Grandchildren and 16 Great-Grandchildren.

A Holy Rosary will be recited Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Monday, September 18, 2017 at 10AM at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating.  Interment will follow in the Runge Cemetery, Runge, TX

Benito Rodriguez, Age 63 of Victoria, TX passed away Friday, September 1, 2017 in Victoria, TX. Benito was born on Sept. 15, 1953 in Halletsville, TX to the Late Elias and Alicia Barrientez Rodriguez.  He was a loving father and of the Catholic Faith.  He is preceded in death by his parents Elias and Alicia Barrientez Rodriguez; sister , Cruz Rodriguez; brother, Lupe  Rodriguez, Elias Rodriguez and Ramiro Rodriguez.  He is survived by his daughters, Teresa Rodriguez of Marble Falls, Elsa Rodriguez of Marble Falls, Esmeralda Rodriguez of Victoria, Samantha Rodriguez of Victoria; sons, Benito Rodriguez, Jr of San Antonio, Ramon Rodriguez of Victoria; sisters, Angie Rodriguez of Florida, Sara Rodriguez of Houston; brothers, Gregorio Rodriguez of Kenedy, Melicio Rodriguez of  Seguin, Riles Rodriguez of Houston, Manuel Rodriguez of Austin, and Pablo Rodriguez of Houston. A Holy Rosary will be recited Monday, September 4, 2017 at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at 10AM at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating.  Interment will follow in the Loma Alta Cemetery, Kenedy, TX.

Augustina Rosales, Age 89 of Yorktown, TX formerly of Karnes City, TX passed away Saturday, September 2, 2017 in Victoria, TX. Augustina was born February 5, 1928 in Karnes City, TX to the Late Lucio and Maria Villegas Rosales. She was a homemaker and a devout member of St Cornelius Catholic Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Lucio and Maria Villegas Rosales; sisters, Isidra Saenz, Lupe McKaney; brothers, Santiago Rosales, Jose Rosales, and Juan Rosales.

She is survived by her sister, Pauline Vargas of Goliad; brothers, Lucio Rosales, Jr. of Corpus Christi, Santos Rosales of Corpus Christi; nieces, Janie Arguellez and husband Porfirio, Lupe Arguellez and husband Felix, Mary Pena and husband Domingo all of Yorktown; grandchildren, Hector Arguellez and wife Miranda of Yorktown and their children, Shelby and Riley and Porfirio Arguellez and wife Heather of Victoria and their child Adilynn.

A Holy Rosary will be recited Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, September 7, 2017 at 10AM at St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Karnes City, TX.  Interment will follow in the Burnell Cemetery, Burnell, TX.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Michael Pena, Michael Rosales, Henry Garcia, Jr., Roland Vargas, Felix Saenz, and Billy Villegas.

Daniel R. Mejia, Jr., Age 83 of Kenedy, TX passed away on Friday, September 1, 2017 in Kenedy, TX. Daniel was born on December 4, 1933 in Cuero, TX to the late Daniel, Sr. and Isabel Ramirez Mejia. Daniel married Natalia Farias on January 16, 1958 in Karnes County, he retired from the City of Kenedy; was a Pastor for the Assembly of God in Kenedy; and a proud Veteran of the US NAVY serving during the Korean Conflict.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Daniel, Sr. and Isabel Ramirez Mejia; great-grandson, Ryan DeLeon and a brother Antonio Mejia.

He is survived by his loving wife, Natalia Farias Mejia of Kenedy; daughters, Mary Jane Gonzales and husband Richard of Kenedy, Gloria M. Barrientez and husband Matias of Kenedy; sons, Daniel Mejia, III and wife Anna of Kenedy, Antonio Mejia and wife Priscilla of Kenedy, 16 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren.

A Prayer Service will be held Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Juan Ruiz and Rev. Hector Oroxon officiating. Services will be Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Juan Ruiz and Rev. Hector Oroxon officiating.  Interment will follow in the Loma Alta Cemetery in Kenedy, TX.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Tristan Mejia, Matias Barrientez, Jerome Barrientez, Jeremiah Barrientez, Jacob Barrientez, and James Barrientez.

Joe Edward “Coche” Cantu, Jr., of Kenedy, Texas, born February 17, 1937 to Jose Maria Cantu and Carmen Mireles Cantu passed away on      Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at his residence surrounded by family at the age of 80 . Coche was a member of the Kenedy GI Forum, Lulac, the Sportsman Club, was a Little League Head Coach and coached the Kenedy Kings for many years and won a State Championship. He is preceded in death by his son, Danny Cantu, his sister, Elida Garza, brothers, Manuel Cantu and Arcadio Padron, Jr. and also his parents. He is survived by his wife that he married on December 17, 1983, Maria Amelia Cantu; his two daughters, JoAnn Cantu Lomas, of Kenedy, TX and Carmen Jo Hernandez, of Kileen, TX; son, Michael Cantu, of Kenedy, TX and adopted son, David Lee Cantu, of Kenedy, TX; he raised: Crescencio Lazcano, Magalena Lazcano,  and Francisca Lazcano; sisters, Emelda Cantu, of Kenedy, TX; Margie (Jerry) Villarreal, Sinton, TX and Mary (Albino) Albiar,  Runge, TX; brothers, Jimmy (Isabel) Garcia, of  Canyon, TX, David  (Janie) Ozuna Sr., of Houston, TX and Guadalupe (Bertha) Ozuna, of Corpus Christi, TX; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives. A Holy Rosary will be recited Friday, August 18, 2017 at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 10AM at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating.  Interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Kenedy, TX. Serving as Pallbearers: Carlos Gonzales, Crescencio Lazcano, David Lee Cantu, Joe Ed Ponish, Michael Cantu, Tito (Louis) Baldaramos, Martin Lazcano, Sergio Garcia and Jaime Garza. Honorary Pallbearers: Demetrio Sosa and Benito Buntello.