Obituaries

Bernard J. "Bernie" Siegel Jr.

Bernard Joseph Siegel Jr., 75, of Shiner, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2024. He was born January 26, 1949 in Shiner, to the late Bernard Siegel Sr. and Annie Marie (Matias) Siegel.Most people knew him as “Bernie” and he was one of a kind, known to “do his own thing”. He graduated from St.

Roy Patterson Jr. (RB)

Roy Patterson Jr. (RB), 61, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Alvin, Roy found his true home in Shiner, where he built a life rich with family, friends, and a deep appreciation for the simple way of life.

Rosie Joyce DeBord Klimitchek

Rosie Joyce DeBord Klimitchek of Ezzell, age 88, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024. She was born in Ezzell, a twin on April 14, 1935, to Louis E. and Anita Dawlearn DeBord. On June 28, 1955, she married Richard C. Klimitchek Sr. at John the Baptist Catholic Church in Koerth.

James ‘Jim’ Bujnoch

James “Jim” Bujnoch was born on Aug. 30, 1944, in Hallettsville, to Jim and Jenovefa Bujnoch.  Jim passed away on April 13, 2024. He attended Saint Joseph Catholic School in Yoakum until the 5th grade and then attended Sacred Heart Catholic School graduating in 1962.

Patricia "Patsy" Novosad

Patricia (Patsy) Marie Novosad, 61, of Shiner, entered into eternal rest Saturday, April 13, 2024.Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. with rosary at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 17 at Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home.Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 18 at Sts.

Carlos Alvarez

Texas and Mexico lost a legend on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, when entrepreneur, businessman, and philanthropist Carlos Alvarez died at the age of 73.

Edwin Pavlicek

Edwin Frank Pavlicek, 79, of Moulton, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024.  At the time of his death, he was residing at Shiner Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.He was born in Shiner, to Joe F. and Agnes (Krametbauer) Pavlicek.

Lydia Claybrook

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Lydia Claybrook, a beacon of wisdom, strength, and love. Born on Oct. 14, 1935, in Komensky, her life was a testament to an unwavering spirit. Lydia transitioned peacefully on March 3, 2024.

The Life and Legacy of Lorene Fishbeck

Lorene Ann Klesel Fishbeck was born May 6, 1945 to Hallie and Joe Klesel Jr.She was the youngest of five siblings and often referred to as “Baby Klesel.”She went to school in Moulton through the 8th grade before she started helping and working on the family farm.

Margaret Mary Hermis Majek

Margaret Mary Hermis Majek passed away peacefully due to natural causes on April 2, 2024  in Corpus Christi. Born on Sept. 19, 1931, in Moravia,  to Ludwig Hermis and Mary Sassin Hermis, Margaret was a woman of remarkable strength, boundless energy, and unwavering faith.