Josefa J. “Josie” Morales, age 72, from Seadrift, passed away on Friday, January 11, 2019 in San Antonio. She was born on July 27, 1946 in Kingsville, Texas to the late Edwardo Jimenez and Antonia Selvada Jimenez.

She is survived by her husband; Greg Morales, daughter; Sylvia Posada (Felipe) of Bloomington, son; James Morales (Leslie) of Seadrift, sisters; Ernestina Silvas, Juanita Villanueva both of Port Lavaca, Inez Morales (Roy) of Victoria, brother; Edward Jimenez (Odie) of Seadrift, 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, sons; Lee Olivarez (Surviving Spouse; Irma), Ronnie Morales (Surviving Spouse; Helen), sister; Ramona Villarreal, brothers; Rogelio Jimenez, Jose Angel Jimenez, Manuel Jimenez and one great-grandson; Angel Michael Posada Montes.

Visitation began on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 from 5 pm to 9 pm with a Rosary recited at 7 pm at Angel Lucy’s Funeral Home in Port Lavaca. Visitation continued Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 9 am

A Funeral Mass was held at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Port Lavaca on January 16, 2019. Burial followed at Seadrift Cemetery in Seadrift.

Pallbearers were Rudy Morales, Roy Morales III, Rocky Morales, Nick See, Benny Vasquez, Oscar Jimenez, Armando Posada and Ricky Morales. Honorary Pallbearers were Johnny Solis and Robert Hybden.

Michael Richard Gonzales Sr, age 70, of Port O’Connor, Texas passed away on January 7, 2019. Michael was born in Port O’Connor to the late Edward and Pauline Gonzales on June 7, 1948. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great- grandfather. Michael was a Vietnam Veteran in the U.S. Navy, and retired from the U.S. Coast Guard. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Refugio Gonzales and Edward Gonzales, Jr.; sister Angie Mezo; grandson Matthew Overton. He is survived by his wife, Lorrie Gonzales; brothers, Ray and Billy Gonzales; sister Sylvia Mackie; son Michael Gonzales, Jr; daughter Michelle Overton; grandchildren Anthony Gonzales, Easton Gonzales, Mikaela Overton, Zoey Gonzales,and Jada Gonzales; great grandchildren Lucas Overton and Paisley Gonzales. He also leaves behind many nephews and nieces along with their families to cherish his memory.

Visitation was Sunday, January 13, 2019 from 3-6 pm with a Prayer Service at 4 pm at Fisherman’s Chapel 311 Main Street in Port O’Connor. Under the direction of Angel Lucy’s Funeral Home in Port Lavaca, 361-552-2300.

Maria Cedillo, age 72, of Seadrift passed away January 8, 2019. Viewing was January 14, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Angel Lucy’s Funeral Home in Port Lavaca.361-552-2300.

Emlyn A. “Bootsie” Gill of Seadrift, Texas passed away January 3, 2019 at the age of 85. She was born January 29, 1933 to the late Albert Harris and Eloise Ferguson in Aspermont, Texas. Emlyn was a member of First Baptist Church of Seadrift for 55 years. She was very active in the church activities, volunteered for Meals on Wheels and was a former member of the Order of Eastern Star, the Seadrift Chapter. Taking care of her family was also one of her life’s priorities. Bootsie told many tales of spending her childhood in San Antonio with her grandmother. She enjoyed her time with her cousins and her sister. Eventually she met Ted and they spent their days riding motorcycles through the streets of San Antonio.
Emlyn is survived by her husband, Theodore Gill; daughter, Rena Gill Gray and husband, Clint of Gonzales, Texas; son, James Timothy Gill and wife, Connie; grandchildren, Tanya Henson and husband, Bobby, Matthew and Jayna Gray, and great-grandchildren, Tyler and Talon Henson. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Theodore Thomas Gill, and sister, Aline Eberhardt.

Funeral service was held Sunday, January 6, 2019 at the First Baptist Church in Seadrift, Texas with Reverend David Parks officiating. Burial followed at the Seadrift Cemetery.

Dearest thanks and appreciation to Doctor Tyson Myers, nurses and staff at Hospice of South Texas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to Hospice of South Texas, Gideons International, or First Baptist Church of Seadrift. Thoughts and memories may be shared online at www.gracefuneralhome.net

William “Bill” Albert Pyle passed away January 1, 2019 at St. Mark’s Medical Center.  He was born on October 25, 1940 to Ola Vivian May Pyle and William Alexander Pyle in Wharton, Texas.  Grandson of the late Albert J. and Mildred May.  Married to Donna Marie Oberle on November 27, 1982 they raised their blended family of four in La Grange.
From humble beginnings in Wharton, Texas growing up on a ranch to becoming an Eagle Scout, to Texas A & M University and the United States Air Force.  He was proud of his service and accomplishments.  He was active in the community being part of various organizations such as the Boys Scouts of America as an Eagle Scout, as Scout Master, Explorer Advisor and Committee Chairman for Troop 204 in La Grange.  Active in the First United Methodist Church—La Grange, Fayette County A & M Club -serving as president for 13 years, Texas State Ducks Unlimited as a District Chairman for many years, a Ducks Unlimited Life Sponsor, Ducks Unlimited Mexico Life Sponsor and member of the Ducks Unlimited Feather Society.  He was also a Colorado County Ducks Unlimited Member, Fayette County Ducks Unlimited Member, a La Grange Coastal Conservation Association Member, 12th Man Foundation, Texas A & M University Former Students Association, Life member of VFW Post #5254, Life member of the American Legion, Life member of the Air Force Association and Retired Enlisted Association, a retired member of the Austin Football Officials Association, past member of the La Grange Evening Lions and Flatonia Lions Club.
Bill’s passion was Texas A & M University.  As a member of the Class of 1962 and was often teased that he “Bled Maroon” for all Aggie Sports but especially Football and Baseball since he played baseball until an injury ended his career.  To the frustration of his family and friends, he could talk for hours about some sport.  Donna would tease him that he should have been a coach as much as he loved sports.  As an only child he received all the attention and through his adult life loved being the center of attention.  He loved watching his grandchildren play sports especially after he retired from Balcones Minerals Corporation in Flatonia, where he served as Plant Manager for 20 years retiring in 2012.
Bill coached Little League Baseball and Football while serving in the United States Air Force, as well as Jr. High Baseball and Football in Alabama.  He was very proud of the kids he coached.  His daughter Wendi could often be seen as the little cheerleader on the sidelines.  He was a Football Referee in Alabama, Florida and Texas for 25 years before retiring from refereeing in 1985.  He also umpired little league baseball.
Bill spent 25 years in the Air Force retiring from 12th Air Force Logistics at Bergstrom AFB in Austin, Texas.  He was stationed at Selma, Alabama, Fort Walton Beach Florida, Iceland, with a short tour to Italy.  He spent two tours in Thailand along the Vietnam border during the Vietnam Conflict.   Aircraft including bomber planes were launched in the fight against North Vietnam.  He spent many hours and days in Vietnam recovering damaged aircraft back to the bases in Thailand.
Bill received the following honors while serving in the United States Air Force:
Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon, Army Good Conduct Medal, AF Longevity Service A award ribbon with Five Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Service Medal, NCO Professional Military Education Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medal with Three Oak Leaf Clusters, AF Presidential Unit Citation, AF Outstanding Unit Award with Valor and Seven Oak Leaf Clusters, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, AF Good Conduct Medal with Six Oak Leaf Clusters, Meritorious Service Medal with Three Oak Leaf Clusters.

Bill loved saltwater fishing with his wife and family always heading to Port O’Connor every weekend for years when not at a football game. He instilled the love of fishing to his grandsons, especially Kaleb.  Bill believed in conservation of our natural resources being a Major Donor to Ducks Unlimited and a member of Coastal Conservation Association.
Bill is survived by his wife of 36 years Donna Marie (Oberle) Pyle. His children James Albert Pyle and wife Carla Sanders-Pyle, Winifred Allison Pyle, William Riley Pyle and finance Rebecca Hunt Pyle and Seth Robert Pyle and wife Marsha Manly Pyle.
Grandchildren:  Justin Pyle, Reese Pyle, Jacob Simons, Nicolas England, Kaleb Pyle, Logan Land Pyle, Raygen Pyle and Lyndsey Pyle.  Step Grandchildren Jarett Burrell, Courtney Burrell and Katie Denton.
He was preceded in death by his parents Ola Vivian May Pyle and William Alexander Pyle and his best friend Mike Sharp, Sr.
In Lieu of regular remembrances memorials made be made Hospice Brazos Valley, First United Methodist Church, St. Mark’s Medical Center Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, Texas A & M University 12th Man Foundation or American Cancer Society.
A Memorial service was held at First United Methodist Church in La Grange January 5th with private burial at the La Grange City Cemetery.