Lillian L. Wilson, 80 of Seadrift passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2014. She was born in Seadrift to the late Frank and Lillie May Morgenroth Ryon on December 3, 1933. Lillian enjoyed crafts, crocheting and made beautiful wreaths and floral arrangements. She retired from Dresser Industry where she was a secretary, and later worked for The Harbor.

Lillian is survived by her son Steve Wilson of Houston; and several cousins. In addition to her parents she was preceded by her brother, Frank M. Ryon, III and daughter in law, Karen West.

Memorial in Lillian’s name may be made to The Harbor at 215 W. Railroad, Port Lavaca, Texas 77979.

Private arrangements entrusted to the care of Grace Funeral Chapel.

Lownell Newman, 72 of Seadrift went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 14, 2014. She was born in Okimah, OK to the late Leo and Captola Mamie Dryden Vigus on January 7, 1942. She married the love of her life Samuel Newman, Sr. on July 24, 1972 and was a devoted wife, a loving mother and Memaw. Lownell was a servant of the Lord along side her husband and they founded the Church of Redemption in Victoria and then Seadrift. She will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Samuel Newman, Sr. of Seadrift; daughter, Sandra (Charles) Gilmore of Stinnett; sons, Gerhard Newman of Seadrift, Sam Newman, Jr. of Louisanna, Dan (Maryann) Newman of Benton, LA; sister, Reva Anderson of Bakersfield, CA; brothers, Dorian Vigus of Red Bluff, CA, Craig Vigus of OK; brother in law, Garland Self of Wewoka, Ok; granddaughter, Hannah Newman; seven other grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services were held at Church of Redemption in Seadrift, with Derral Humble and Regina Jeter, officiating. Burial followed at Seadrift Cemetery.

Robert Erwin Kidd of San Marcos Texas passed away June 14, 2014. He was born on March 23, 1954 to Edwin Cason Kidd and Edith Erwin Kidd in Baton Rouge, LA.

Bob was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a great mentor, legendary story teller and master BBQer, the King of the Baby Back Ribs. He was always quick with a joke and will be remembered for great advice, as well as his secret dry seasoning. Bob was dedicated to work and passionate in his commitment to friends, country and family. He especially loved his newest role, GrandBob to Rylee Anne. He was happiest on the water with his wife Annie and best fishing buddies.

In addition to Annie, Bob is survived by his daughter Melanie Kidd and her husband John Bimler, granddaughter Rylee Anne; daughter Brooke Boren; daughter Llana Boren; brother, Casey Kidd and his partner Mark Archer; sister Ann Chapman and her husband Fred Chapman.

A celebration of his life was held at the Maxwell Social Club on Sunday, June 22.

The family requests memorial donations be made to his favorite charity, Texas Wounded Warriors Foundation www.txwoundedwarrior.com.

Edgar ‘Cotton’ Harris, 86, of Port O’Connor, TX, passed away on June 19, 2014. He was born December 6, 1927, in Victoria to the late Raymond, Sr. and Mary Hilda Munsch Harris. He was the owner and operator of Harris Marine Service until his retirement.

Cotton is survived by his brothers, Thomas Harris of Port O’Connor, Mickey Harris (Mary Beth) of Port Lavaca, Pete Harris (Sandy) of Victoria and his nephews and nieces.

In addition to his parents, Cotton was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Harris, Jr. and infant sister, Mary Harris.

Funeral Mass was June 23, 2014 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Port O’Connor.  Burial took place at at the Evergreen Cemetery in Victoria.

As a final tribute to their loving Uncle, Cotton’s nephews served as pallbearers and his nieces as honorary pallbearers.

The family request that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of South Texas, 605 E. Locust, Victoria, TX 77901.

Lewis Ray Madden, lifelong resident of Calhoun County, passed from this life on July 10, 2014. Lewis was born in Port O’Connor, December 27, 1921, to Ray and Dora Madden. Lewis grew up in Port O’Connor and graduated from Port Lavaca High School in 1939. He attended Texas A&I University in Kingsville until World War II. He joined the U.S. Coast Guard and served until 1946. After his service he returned to Port O’Connor and went in business. He was part owner of Madden Mercantile, South Beach Terrace and Port O’Connor Theatre.

He married Juaniece Marek, January 19, 1951. In 1954, they moved to Seadrift and built the Main Theatre. Later they opened Madden’s Western Auto and True Value Store. They also owned and operated Madden Dry Goods. Lewis served as a director in Seaport Bank and the First National Bank and was a member of First United Methodist Church in Port Lavaca.

In 1987, they sold their businesses and moved to their farm on Hwy. 238. After retiring, they became active in the community, especially with the Calhoun County Senior Citizens. During their retirement they traveled throughout the United States and many foreign countries.

Lewis is survived by his wife; sister, Mary ‘Joey’ Oglesby. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Arthur, Oscar and Richard; sisters, Thelma Zwerschke, Laura Rather and Marjorie Gibson DeLoney.

Funeral Services were held Monday, July 14, 2014 at First United Methodist Church in Port Lavaca with Pastor Mark Porterfield officiating. Burial followed in Greenlawn Gardens.

Pallbearers were his Nephews. Honorary Pallbearers were John Lewis, Harry Moore, Kenneth Marek and Rusty Griffith.

The family asks in lieu of flowers; send donations to Calhoun County Senior Citizens Assoc. Inc., PO Box 128, Port Lavaca, TX 77979; Port Lavaca First United Methodist Church; Calhoun County Humane Society, PO Box 1505, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 or Hospice of South Texas.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.richardsoncolonial.com.