Elizabeth Ann Richmond

Elizabeth Ann Richmond, 53, of Beeville passed away Friday, August 13, 2010. She was the daughter of W.C. and Doris Reader of Runge, TX.

Mrs. Richmond graduated from Texas Lutheran College and received her master’s degree from Incarnate Word of San Antonio.

She began her teaching career as a coach and teacher for Skidmore ISD. From there Mrs. Richmond became at teacher at Coastal Bend College where she taught for the past 27 years and received the teacher of the year award several times.          

Ann was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church in Beeville, Texas. She was also a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society and served as president of the Gamma Omicron Chapter.  She also served on the St Mary’s Academy School Board.

Ann married Chuck Richmond on August 12, 1995 in Beeville, TX.

She is preceded in death by both of her parents.

Mrs. Richmond is survived by her family including husband, Chuck Richmond, of Beeville, TX;  and 3 daughters, Jessica Pospisil (Josh) of Katy, TX, Lauren Richmond of Beeville, TX and Mikala Richmond of Beeville, TX.  She is also survived by numerous friends.

A memorial service has been planned for Thursday, August 19, 2010 at 6 P.M. at the Faith Lutheran Church of Beeville Texas.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to a Coastal Bend College Scholarship Fund in Ann Richmond’s name or the organization of the donor’s choice.

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Willie H. Esse, Jr.

Willie H. Esse, Jr. Age 84  died Aug. 11, 2010 at his home in Campbellton, TX.    Willie Esse graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1943.  Served in the Army from 1945 to 1947 and was a veteran of the Korean War.  He married Margaret Benke June 21, 1947 and resided in the Fashing, Peggy Community.  He was a farmer rancher raising commerical and registered cattle and show calves.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing and won numerous awards, and he also enjoyed the Livestock Show circuit. Though he was in a wheelchair for 57 years from polio, he thoroughly embraced life.  He was a life long member of the Fashing United Methodist and served on their board.  He was also on the Board of Directors of First Nichols National Bank in  Kenedy, TX.  for many years.

He was born March 18, 1926 in San Antonio to Willie H., Sr. And Mary Retzloff Esse.  He is preceded in death by his parents and his brothers James Esse and Roy Lee Esse. He is survived by his wife Margaret Benke Esse of Campbellton, TX, Son Lyn and his wife Robin Esse of Whitsett, TX.  Sisters Mildred Giese of Campbellton, TX, Bernice and husband Albert Schroeder of Campbellton, TX, and Janie Froehner of San Antonio, TX.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 3:00 PM at the Eckols Chapel in Kenedy, TX with Rev. Donna Martin officiating with Bill McReynolds delivering the eulogy.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Bugs Wood, George Emmit Miles, John Morgan O’Brien, Punch Humphries, Bill McReynolds, Richard Wehman, Joe Finley, and Murray Burnham.   Memorials may be sent to Fashing United Methodist Church. 7272 FM 99 Campbellton, TX 78008.  In celebration of his life the family will host a visitation and reception at Campbellton Hall following the grave side services 

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Ramiro “Sam” Alvear

Ramiro Alvear age 61 passed away July 18, 2010.  He was born Nov. 14, 1948 in Lamesa, Texas to Victor and Manuela Flores Alvear.  He is survived by three sons, Daniel (Monica) Baldaramos, Chris Baldaramos and Julian Baldaramos, Sisters Elisa Lopez and Amelia Bosquez.

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Alton Seitze

Alton Seitze, born October 26, 1923, in Choate, Texas, passed away on July 2, 2010 at the age of  86.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Micle and Cora Mixon Seitze, brother Bill Seitze  and sister Evelyn Brown.  He is survived by his sisters Rachel Scott, Mabel Cockerham, Bobbye Acopian, and brother Marvin Seitze.  He was a member of the Choate Baptist Church and will be missed by his many friends in the community. 

Memorial Contributions may be sent to the Choate Baptist Church, Hwy 239, Kenedy, TX 78119.  Graveside Services will be held on Tuesday, July 6, 2010, 11:00 AM at the Kenedy Cemetery in Kenedy, TX.

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