Obituaries
Jacqueline E. Pullen
Jacqueline E. Pullen, 73, of San Marcos, Texas, passed away on Friday, May 18, 2012. Graveside Services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at Memory Lawn Memorial Park in Martindale. Arrangements by Pennington Funeral Home, San Marcos, Texas, 512-353-4311. www.penningtonfuneralhome.com
Glenn Willard Reynolds
(Feb.21st, 1921 – May 7th, 2012) “Not Goodbye, just farewell our hero, until we see you again!” Glenn Reynolds peacefully closed his charming, soft spoken eyes for the last time here on earth May 7th, 2012. The heroic legend of the Reynolds family has turned the next page of his existence, one fulfilled life leading to another! The Father of three children, two sons and one daughter, nine grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and one amazing wife of 68 years. Thank you Dad for instilling the strong beliefs and strength in all of us that we have built our lives upon. We will miss you and love you for all the wonderful things that you taught us and did for us. Glenn was born on Feb. 21st, 1921 and grew up on a farm in rural Alabama one of 11 children to a poor farmer. He went on to enlist in the Navy in 1939 and served aboard the Battleship Maryland and survived the bombing of Pearl Harbor, then on to North Africa and finally stationed in London where he would later go on to meet his beautiful wife Catherine McGale . Eventually, he ...
Rachel Theresa Sindermann
Rachel Theresa St. Pierre Sindermann, 86, of Austin, Texas, passed away on May 5, 2012. She was born on March 22, 1926, in North Adams, Mass., to Louis N. and Valeria Dumouchel St. Pierre. She married Robert P. Sindermann on July 21, 1951; he predeceased her on June 22, 2011. They moved to Texas in 1959, and in the 1970s and 1980s Rachel was a manager at the Gingerbread House Day Care Center in Austin. Rachel is survived by her son, Robert Jr. and Lisbeth Goldberg of Arlington, Va.; daughter, Lisa Sindermann and Tracy Glass of Kyle, Texas; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was also predeceased by brothers Albert, Wilfred, and Arthur and sisters Bertha, Laura, and Rita. FUNERAL NOTICE: The family will hold a private memorial gathering at a later date. Condolences may be left online at www. penningtonfuneralhome.com
John Wesley “Wes” White
John Wesley White, 36, of Staples, Texas went to be with his Lord and Saviour on May 4th, 2012. He was born April 25, 1976 in Austin, Texas to Larry and DeAnn White. He was a graduate of San Marcos High School and attended Texas State University. Wes was a lifelong member of Staples United Methodist Church. Wes enjoyed outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting and gardening. He had a passion for cooking and barbeque and could make a meal out of anything. He was a black belt in Karate. He was also a big rig truck driver and traveled the entire United States. During his travels he took great pleasure in the different landscapes his travels afforded him, even in downtown Chicago on Saturday night. Wes is survived by his parents Larry and DeAnn White of Staples, Texas; wife, Rhonda Pace White of Luling, TX three step-children, Kristan Kearney, Kathryn Mikesh and Kolby Mikesh of Luling, Texas. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Percy and Willie Mae Schubert of Staples, Texas and Roy and Mary Elizabeth White of Temple, Texas. Family will greet friends at Monday, May 7, 2012 fro 5:00 pm to ...
Cary Neil Whitten
Cary Neil Whitten of San Marcos, Texas, beloved father, brother and grandfather, passed away on Thursday, May 3, 2012, at the age of 77. He was born June 15, 1934, in Staples, Texas, to Willie Ervin and Rosa Ella (Romine) Whitten. His parents preceded him in death. He is survived by two sons, William Cary (Billy) Whitten and Michael Neil Whitten; a daughter, Kimberly Rae (Whitten) Bingham; three brothers, Woodrow, Chester and Ervin Whitten; four sisters, Margie Smith, Lilian Weeks, EmaDean Edgerton and Rosa Lee; and seven grandchildren. Cary enjoyed common household projects, tinkering with antiques and attending family members various sports events. He enjoyed the company of family and friends; and especially enjoyed spending time with his precious grandchildren. Family will receive friends at Pennington Funeral Home, at 9:00 A.M., with funeral services to follow at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, May 8, 2012, in the Pennington Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Ron Hicks officiating. Interment will follow at the Staples Cemetery. Arrangements under the care and guidance of Pennington Funeral Home, 323 N. Comanche, San Marcos, Texas 78666, 512-353-4311. Obituary and guestbook online at www.penningtonfuneralhome.com
Charles Lee Foster
Charles was born on September 25, 1943, in Castroville, Texas, and died at his home near Geronimo, Texas, on May 3, 2012. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Lee Ann Foster, his brother, J. R. Foster, and by his parents, Iris and Lenora Foster. He is survived by his sons, Ferrell Cody Foster, and John Charles and wife, Sheila Joyce Foster. He is also survived by five grandchildren and one great grandson. Immediately following his graduation from San Marcos High School in 1962, Charles proudly served his country in the U. S. Navy for two years on active duty followed by two years in the Naval Reserve. Upon his return from the Navy, Charles went to work for the United Gas Company in San Marcos and, soon thereafter, he married his high-school sweetheart, Karen Linebarger. During his career with the gas company, Charles and Karen raised their family and lived in several small towns including Smithville, Refugio, Schertz, New Braunfels and Hondo. Following their divorce after 10 years of marriage, Charles remained an active force in his sons’ lives. Although their marriage ended, Karen and the entire Linebarger family always ...
Marilyn V. Houde
Marilyn V. Houde, 93, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on Monday, April 30, 2012. She was born January 6, 1919, in Thorndale, Texas, to R.H. and Elinor (Moore) Rainwater. Her husband, Harvey H. Houde and her son, Luther Gregg Owen preceded her in death. She is survived by her son, Robert Houde and wife, Barbara of New Braunfels; daughter, Jane Mellard and husband, Ray of Oregon; eight grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside Services will be held at 3:00 P.M., Monday, May 7, 2012 at the San Marcos City Cemetery. Arrangements by Pennington Funeral Home, 323 N. Comanche, San Marcos, Texas 78666, 512-353-4311. Obituary and guestbook online at www.penningtonfuneralhome.com
Talia A. Gubbins-Setgast
Talia A. Gubbins-Setgast, 77, passed away Sunday, April 29, 2012 at her home in Niederwald, Texas after a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, Dewey Gubbins; two daughters, Linda McCarthy and Tina McCarthy both of Kansas; four sisters and one brother, LaVaughn Davis of South Carolina, LaVerne Green of Illinois, Deloris Dahl of Indiana, Silvia Quan of Oregon and Larry Setgast also of Oregon. She has two granddaughters both of Missouri; 17 nieces and nephews; and six great-nieces and nephews. Talia was born in 1934 in Junction City, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ester Setgast-Warrner, her father, Herman Setgast and one nephew, Craig Green. Talia will be cremated and her remains will be taken to Fort Riley Cemetery in Kansas. Arrangements under the care and guidance of Pennington Funeral Home, San Marcos, Texas, 512-353-4311. Obituary and guestbook online at www.penningtonfuneralhome.com
Robert Lee “Bob” Baros
Robert L. “Bob” Baros passed away Saturday, April 21, 2012 after an extended series of illnesses culminating in congestive heart failure. Bob was born January 6, 1928 to Rudy J. and Albina Spann Baros of Yoakum,Texas, where he grew up. Bob was a passionate University of Texas graduate in electrical Engineering. During WWII he served proudly in the U.S. Navy on the USS General Anderson in the Pacific. He married his sweetheart, Birtha Roy in 1949 and they were happily married for 63 years. During his career Bob worked for G.E, Houston Lighting and Power, and the City of Austin, where he worked for 20 years retiring in 1985 as Manager of System Engineering. After retiring, he taught at Austin Community College for several years. Bob was a Registered Professional Engineer and member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and the Power Engineering Society. Bob was an avid reader in many areas including history, geology and the church. He was always thirsty for knowledge, especially regarding his faith and ancestry. He was a rock hound and a stamp collector. Bob generously donated to many missions and humanitarian initiatives as well as the Church. He is a member of the St ...
Laura Elizabeth Hawkins Buck
Laura Elizabeth Hawkins Buck of Buda, Texas, passed away on Monday, April 16, 2012, at the age of 83. She was born in Onadaga, Michigan, on April 7, 1929, to Henry and Ethel (Campbell) Hawkins. Her husband, Enoch David Buck, Jr. preceded her in death. She is survived by two sons, Richard Buck of Buda, and Kenneth Defoe of Michigan; a daughter, Laura Mae Jeffcoat of Austin; two brothers, Roy Hawkins and Clarence Hawkins; six grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Graveside Services will be held at 10:45 A.M., Monday, April 23, 2012, at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas. Arrangements under the care and guidance of Pennington Funeral Home, 323 N. Comanche, San Marcos, Texas 78666, 512-353-4311. Obituary and guestbook online at www.penningtonfuneralhome.com
Lucette Marianne Topper
Lucette passed peacefully in her home on April 15th, just shy of her 89th birthday. A French citizen, born April 22, 1923, she was the second of six children. Lucette came to the United States as a young bride with her handsome Captain in the United States Army. The oil and gas business brought them to Houston in the late 40’s, where they led an active life. She and her husband traveled extensively and her adept knowledge of languages proved invaluable. She embraced every opportunity to use her French and was involved with the Consulate Corps and was Vice President of the Alliance Francaise, acting as President for the sister city, Nice-Houston, a founding member of the Women of Baylor Ten, an advocate and fundraiser for the Alley Theatre, member of the American Museum Society, El Club Continental (her Spanish Club), Lakeside Country Club, The Houston Club and The Petroleum Club of Houston. She had a keen eye and passion for antiques, loved gourmet cooking , entertaining, travel and especially, playing bridge . With the untimely death of her husband , widowed at a young age, she elegantly assumed a role that ...
Pearl Doherty
(Ila) Pearl Doherty, 99, of San Marcos, was surrounded by her family when she passed away Saturday, April 14, 2012 in Wimberley. She was born April 12, 1913 to Dooley Albert and Annie Elizabeth Jane (Mayes) Smith in San Marcos, Texas. Pearl married her “Best Friend” William “Cotton” Doherty Sr., on November 27, 1930 in San Marcos, Texas. After marriage, they moved to Buda where they raised their family and attended the First Baptist Church in Buda, Texas. Pearl worked for many years in the millinery department at Scarborough’s Department Store. The Doherty’s were very family oriented and enjoyed camping as a family where William and Pearl would pull their own trailer and set up their own tent. She was a member of the Buda Senior Citizens and a part of the Senior Citizens Watch for Law Enforcement and was very active and popular with the Sheriffs Department of Hays County. For 80 years, she was involved with the Barton Cemetery Associatio. Pearl was loved by her family very much and as she had a green thumb with plants and flowers, she also had a green thumb with her family. She will be ...
Patsy Mallard
Pat (Patsy) Shipley Mallard went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 8, 2012. She was born July 18, 1937 in Hazel, KY. Her parents were William Hugh and Mary Amelia Shipley. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Richard (Rick) Mallard and her three children, Mary Ensign Bigham and husband Jim, Dan Mallard and wife Lindsay Mallard, and Doug Mallard and wife Jessica Youngs. 5 grandchildren survive: Tyler Ensign, Peyton Mallard, Alannah Mallard, Lucius Mallard and Aurora Mallard. She is also survived by her sister Marilyn Weatherford and husband Max Weatherford (Murray, KY) and brother Billy Shipley (Hazel, KY) and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her first husband of ten years, Larry Hosford. Pat was a dedicated wife, mother and homemaker and longtime San Marcos, Texas, resident. She enjoyed attending church and was a member of the University Church of Christ. Additionally, she enjoyed quilting, antiques, bowling, collecting Santa Claus figures and watching and discussing sports (including her beloved San Antonio Spurs, the Dallas Cowboys and Kentucky basketball). She played fantasy football and was a league champion. She dedicated herself to multiple ...
Acension Maria “Chonita’ Sauceda
Acension “Chonita” Sauceda of San Marcos passed away at the age of 96. She was granted her angel wings on Saturday March 31, 2012. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends whom she had touched throughout her long and memorable life. She was well known for her famous home-made corn tortillas, tamales, menudo, and many other home cooked meals. Acension loved to sit out on her porch and enjoy the day with a good cup of coffee feeding the birds, calling friends and family on the phone & waving to the neighbors as they went by. She enjoyed going out to social events, eating out with family and friends, watching baseball, old western movies, novelas and the food network. A devout Catholic, she was a member of the Archicofradia at St John’s Catholic Church and enjoyed praying the Rosary every night before bed. Acension was a very loving and caring person. Acension was born on March 26, 1916 in Sialo, Guanajato, Mexico. She was preceded in death by her Parents: Roberto Medina and Mauricia Vasquez Medina Husband Jose Sauceda Sr. Daughters Ramona Tovar-Garza, Martina Duhon and Frances Sauceda Sierra Brothers Rafael Medina and Antonio ...
Margaret Marie Holt
Margaret Marie Holt of Kyle, Texas, beloved and cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2012, at the age of 86. She was born August 11, 1925, in Buda, Texas, to Sylvester and Beulah (Mayes) Whisenant. Her husband, J.P. James Holt, Sr., two granddaughters, and one great-granddaughter preceded her in death. She is survived by three sons, James Holt, Jr. and wife, Jo Ann, Robert A. Holt and wife, Susan, and Kenneth Holt and wife, Debbie; four daughters, Lois A. LaCaze and husband, Lamar, Sharon M. Heideman and husband, Daniel, Glenda R. Dees and husband, John, and Janet C. Patterson and husband, Ray; sister, Billie Webb; 18 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends at Pennington Funeral Home, 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., Sunday, April 1, 2012. Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Monday, April 2, 2012, in the Pennington Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Robert Horton officiating. Interment to follow at Memory Lawn Memorial Park in Martindale. Arrangements under the care and guidance of Pennington Funeral Home, 323 N. Comanche, San Marcos, Texas 78666, 512-353-4311. Obituary and guestbook online at
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