Robert Boyd Youngblood, 84, of Seadrift, passed away Saturday, June 16, 2012. He was born July 16, 1927, in Weslaco to the late Walter Youngblood and Melissa Potter Youngblood. He was a Baptist and a retired welder; he began welding at the age of 16.

He is survived by his daughters, Teresa Taylor (Jim) of Seadrift and Susan Williams of Seadrift; sons, Robert Youngblood Jr. of Seadrift and Walter “Skip” Youngblood (Lisa) of Point Comfort; sister, Marion Wimberley (Jay) of Victoria; brother, Cullen Youngblood of Seadrift; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; plus one on the way; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joyce West Youngblood; and brother, Oren Youngblood.

Funeral service was held June 18 at First Baptist Church in Seadrift. Burial followed at Seadrift Cemetery.

Pallbearers were James Taylor, David McLemore, Phillip Taylor, Geoffrey Youngblood, Mark Ellisworth, and Kurtiss Fontenot.

Honorary pallbearers were Joey Beaver and David Youngblood.

Under the direction of Artero Memorial Chapels, Port Lavaca, 361-552-2300.

Ferdinand Andre “Andy” “Coonie” Sanches, Jr. 74, of Seadrift went to be with the Lord at 8:10 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, 2012, surrounded by family and friends at his residence following an extended illness. He was born in Baton Rouge, LA, November 14, 1937, the son of James and Althea Strate. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Wilma Jean Sanchez, whom he married March 1, 1958. Also surviving is his son Ferdinand Andre Sanchez III; three grandchildren, Mendi Chaka, Joe, of Port Lavaca; Justin Owen, Luanna of Seadrift and Bailey Mohoney of Olivia, TX; five great-grandchildren, Khristian and Cayleb Chaka, Mercadee, Draven and Jonathan Owen. One sister, Brenda Hoffman, Fred, of Port Lavaca, and many, many other extended family members who live in Seadrift; as well as four half brothers and three half sisters, all of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Strate, and his daughter Terri Jane Mahoney.

Andy retired from the United States Navy after 20 years of service, having climbed to the rank of Chief. He lived and served in California, Texas, Tennessee, Florida, Virginia and Maine. Andy also spent time on board the Lexington and Yellow Stone aircraft carriers. After retiring from the Navy, he worked as a commercial fisherman and for Hall Propane for many years. He loved his family and loved to spend time with them. Andy enjoyed hunting and fishing; he was a gentleman and a true man of Honor. He is loved by family and friends and will be missed by all. The family would like to thank everyone for their outpouring of love, understanding, and compassion that has been shown them in their time of sorrow. He loved you all.

Funeral service was held June 10 at the chapel of Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home in Port Lavaca, Sherard Cloud officiating. Interment followed at Seadrift Cemetery with military honors provided by the Calhoun County Veterans Honor Guard. Pallbearers were Justin Owen, Joe Chaka, Shorty Huddler, Michael Haden, Casey Owen, and Darren Gohlke. Honorary pallbearers were Bo Cady, Joe Beaver and Junior Lambright.

Indianola Trading, 130 East Main Street in Port Lavaca, invites you to stop by and browse their great selection of unusual and one-of-a-kind antiques and furniture from around the world – Belgium, France, Romania, German, and Texas, USA.

If you like jewelry, you’ll find a great assortment at Indianola Trading – antique, costume, and one-of-a-kind designs by Joyce Shillings.

Additionally, there’s a great variety of shells and beach decor, tin signs, iron for house and garden, architectural items and mirrors. Add to the mix, glassware, silver pieces, sewing items, vintage and antique fabrics, and you’ll have to agree that Indianola Trading has something for just about everyone. The furniture and accessories cover the gamut from “shabby” to fine. Newest arrivals are Oriental room-size rugs, along with more seashells and beach decor, lamps, mirrors, paintings, and more. Inventory changes often.

Indianola Trading is open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and on Sundays from noon until 4:00 p.m. You’ll enjoy perusing the myriad of interesting items, and may even find that special item you’d love to own.

Calhoun County Judge Mike Pheifer has received notice from Susan Combs, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, that Calhoun County has earned a 2012 Gold Leadership Circle award from the State.

The County scored 16 out of a possible 20 points on the ratings criteria for this award, which is judged on financial transparency.

The County maintains a web site, www.calhouncotx.org/trans which lists annual financial reports since 2007, current tax rates, proposed tax increase notices, utility expense, detailed check registers, MMC expenses, investment reports, approved payroll, Treasurer’s Quarterly and Monthly Reports, and policies, all available as public information.