▰ Cherie V Genge Died July 05, … More Information |
Cherie V Genge, born January 11, 1927 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home July 5, 2020 in Houston, Texas. Cherie was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Rachele Feys, Mary Ellen Arbuckle |
▰ Weiyang Geng Died January 01, … More Information | |
▰ John D Geneva Died December 22, … More Information |
John D Geneva, born August 19, 1931 passed away peacefully December 22, 2015 in Texas. John was 84.
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Obituary: John Dee Geneva, age 84, passed from this life on , 22, 2015 in his home in Mabank, Tx where he lived for 32 years. John was born in 1931 to Dennis Albert & Ruby Victoria Geneva in Clayton , Oklahoma. John Dee Geneva was 84 years of age. He was born 19, 1931. John served in the Air Force as an (AP) Air Police starting in 1948. Following his military career, he briefly worked as a rough-neck in the Oil Field Industry and from there began his long running career as a dedicated & recognized truck driver for Merchant Freight Lines for 32 years. At his retirement he was given an Award for Driver Excellence for driving over 2 million miles without an accident. Deciding to retire really was NOT in John's vocabulary he continually maintained his farm and cut hay just as he did while working his day to day job on his time off during the week. Survivors include his children, Dennis Geneva of Mabank, Tx, Mark Geneva and his wife Stephanie from Seven Points, Tx, and Michael Geneva and his wife Lisa from Frisco, Tx. Grandchildren- Cody Geneva and John Dell Geneva & Lance Alan Geneva. Surviving Sisters & Brother, Alice Hammond and husband Ralph of Jacksboro, Texas; Nettie Marcus of Cedar Park, Texas; Shirley Burgess of Springtown, Texas, Quanah Schlesselman and husband Steven of Edmond, Oklahoma and Conny Geneva and wife Lois of McAlester, Oklahoma and for all his family of great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones. Preceded in death by his father Dennis Albert Geneva in 1975, mother Ruby Victoria Geneva in 2015, his sister Patsy Nell Weaver in 2003, and his brother Dwight Dennis Geneva in 2014. John's passion was farming, ranching and his children. He took great pride in his family as well as never meeting a stranger. His favorite tractor was a John Deere 4030 and loved to take four wheeler rides around his property. Taking care of his cows and personally naming each one of them. John was the happiest when he was on his farm cutting and bailing hay and taking care of his cattle along with his children beside him. John was a teacher he taught his children and friends the ethics of hard work and how it would pay off. John was talented and accomplished at everything he did. He believed in the old fashion ways that a Hand shake was good as a contract. Watching old Western Movies was his daily routine and loving his beloved dog Lola and feeding her cheese. Strong Character from the day he was born. Visitation will be held , 27th, 2015, from 6 p.m.- 8pm. At Sparkman-Crane . Celebration of Life: ; 28th, 2015 and will be at 12pm (Noon) at Sparkman-Crane . John's Celebration of Life will be shared by family member; Paul Tannehill. The burial will be the following day in McAlester, Oklahoma at Memory Gardens Memorial Park on North Hwy 69 Bypass under the direction of Sparkman-Crane . Service Provided By: Sparkman-Crane ; 10501 Garland Rd.; Dallas, Tx 75218. |
▰ John D Geneva Died December 22, … More Information |
John D Geneva, born August 19, 1931 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord December 22, 2015 in Dallas, Texas. John was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Janice Rudd, Shirley Burgess, Terry Marcus, Nina Logan, Ben & Carrie Woolverton, Sandy Bond, Danny & Janice Gammon, Rhonda Stewart Silguero |
▰ Joseph Henry Genetti Died April 06, … More Information |
Joseph Henry Genetti, of Texas, born in Wyoming, entered Heaven's gates on April 6, 2006. Joseph was 80. Obituary published: April 07, 2006 in "Longview N-J" |
▰ Michael Paul Genette Died December 08, … More Information | Michael Paul Genette, born June 3, 1954 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord December 8, 2017 in La Feria, Texas. Michael was 63. |
▰ James Charles "Jim" Genett Died February 28, … More Information |
James Charles "Jim" Genett, of Texas, born in Oklahoma, entered into eternal rest February 28, 2000. James was 83. Obituary published: February 29, 2000 in "Fort Worth S-T" |
▰ Donna Rochelle Genestra Died July 30, … More Information |
Donna Rochelle Genestra, age 23 of Texas, born in Pensacola, Florida, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 30, 2005. Obituary published: July 31, 2005 in "Fort Worth S-T" |
▰ Linda Marie (Wiltz) Generous Died December 03, … More Information |
Linda Marie (Wiltz) Generous, age 51 of Texas City, Texas, entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 3, 2003. Obituary published: December 04, 2003 in "Galveston Daily" |
▰ Linda Generous Died December 01, … More Information |
Linda Generous passed away December 1, 2003 in Texas City, Texas. Obituary published: December 02, 2003 in "Galveston Daily" |
▰ Vera Generisky Died April 19, … More Information |
Vera Generisky, 77, of Grand Prairie, Texas gained her wings on April 19, 1996. Obituary published: April 20, 1996 in "Fort Worth S-T" |
▰ Michael Generals Died July 21, … More Information | Michael Generals, born June 4, 1945 entered into eternal rest July 21, 2017 in Waco, Texas. Michael was 72. |
▰ Ella D Gregg General Died December 07, … More Information |
Ella D Gregg General, of Houston, Texas, departed this life Sunday December 7, 2001. Ella was 78. Obituary published: December 08, 2001 in "Shreveport Times (LA)" |
▰ Maria Antonieta Genera Died November 18, … More Information | Maria Antonieta Genera, born June 3, 1934 went into the presence of the Lord on November 18, 2016 in El Paso, Texas. Maria was 82. |
▰ Jose R Genera Died February 13, … More Information | Jose R Genera, born April 1, 1935 went into the presence of the Lord on February 13, 2016 in El Paso, Texas. Jose was 80. |
▰ Edgar Walter Genenwein Died July 12, … More Information |
Edgar Walter Genenwein, of Texas, born in Louisville, Kentucky, entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 12, 2008. Edgar was 93. Obituary published: July 13, 2008 in "Williamson Co Sun" |
▰ Albert Charles Gene Died January 23, … More Information | Albert Charles Gene, born July 7, 1949 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord January 23, 2013 in Texas. Albert was 63. |
▰ Albert Charles Gene Died January 23, … More Information |
Albert Charles Gene, born July 7, 1949 entered eternal life January 23, 2013 in Plano, Texas. Albert was 63.
Family members and close friends: , Desmund Gean, Diana Chin |
▰ Narges Y Gendy-Girgis Died September 10, … More Information | Narges Y Gendy-Girgis, born November 1, 1936 died September 10, 2020 in Houston, Texas. Narges was 83. |
▰ Salvador Gendusa Died March 22, … More Information |
Salvador Gendusa, age 92 of Holiday Beach, Texas, went to be with the Lord on March 22, 1996. Obituary published: March 23, 1996 in "Corpus Christi C-T" |
▰ Michael P Gendusa Died October 27, … More Information |
Michael P Gendusa passed away October 27, 2003 in Texas. Obituary published: October 28, 2003 in "Houston Chronicle" |
▰ Robert A Gendron Died July 05, … More Information | Robert A Gendron, born April 1, 1916 entered Heaven's gates on July 5, 2013 in Arlington, Texas. Robert was 97. |
▰ Robert Gendron Died July 05, … More Information | Robert Gendron, born April 1, 1916 went to be with the Lord on July 5, 2013 in Dallas, Texas. Robert was 97. |
▰ Mayme F Gendron Died April 11, … More Information |
Mayme F Gendron, born December 9, 1921 passed away peacefully April 11, 2011 in Dallas, Texas. Mayme was 89.
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Obituary: There will be a private Crypt side Committal at the Calvary Hill Mausoleum on 22, 2011 at 11:00 AM. The family is planing a Memorial Gathering at a date and place to be determined. under the direction of Calvary Hill , Dallas, TX. |
▰ Jake A Gendron Died May 12, … More Information |
Jake A Gendron, 61, of San Antonio, Texas gained his wings on May 12, 1999. Obituary published: May 13, 1999 in "San Antonio E-N" |
▰ George Joseph Gendron Died November 01, … More Information | George Joseph Gendron, born January 12, 1926 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master November 1, 2006 in Conroe, Texas. George was 80. |
▰ Dorothy Rose Renaud Gendron Died June 15, … More Information |
Dorothy Rose Renaud Gendron, of San Antonio, Texas, entered into eternal rest June 15, 1996. Dorothy was 59. Obituary published: June 16, 1996 in "Standard-Times (MA)" |
▰ Chandler S Gendron Died January 01, … More Information | |
▰ Chandler S Gendron Died January 01, … More Information |
Family members and close friends: , Potts Family |
▰ Delores K Gendrolis Died January 01, … More Information |
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Obituary: Delores K. Gendrolis, age 90, passed away , 1, 2007. She was born 10, 1916, in Waukon, Iowa, to Clyde and Kathryn Dudney. Delores was a source of great inspiration for her family and, a selfless person, always available for anyone in need of a helping hand. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, and held past memberships in St. JosephÂs Alter Society, Young Ladies Institute YLI and Santa Ana WomenÂs Club. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will dearly be missed by all who loved and knew her. She was preceded in death her parents; first husband, Lloyd Reeder; and second husband, Ludwig Gendrolis. Delores is survived by her loving children, Shirley Fuentes and Bob Reeder; 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson, Chris Maddox. A rosary, mass and interment will follow in Orange , California. Memorial contributions can be made in Delores name to the St. Vincent De Paul Society at St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church, 1602 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, Texas 78232. |
▰ Alicia Hernandez Gendorf Died March 27, … More Information |
Alicia Hernandez Gendorf, born August 1, 1945 gained her wings on March 27, 2020 in San Antonio, Texas. Alicia was 74.
Family members and close friends: , Carolina Ramirez, From The Family, She Will Be Lovingly Remembered By Her “sweetie†Of 56 Years, Alfred Gendorf; Daughter Debbie Gendorf, Son Timothy ( Jamie Bell ) Gendorf, Daughter Jannette ( Bryon ) Compton; Sisters Yolanda, Erma ( Bobby ) , Carol ( Ruben ) And Brothers Robert And Peter ( Linda ) ; Her Three Grandchildren, Macguire, Jazmine, And Camden. Along With Numerous, Cousins, Nieces And Nephews. She Is Also Survived By Her Two Dogs, Bacon And Chiquita. She Is Preceded In Death By Her Parents; Mother, Petra Casarez, Father, Ruben Hernandez, Stepfather, Pedro Rabago, And Sister Inez Gutierrez. |
▰ Willie Gendke Died November 22, … More Information | Willie Gendke, born June 10, 1945 entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 22, 2016 in Center, Texas. Willie was 71. |
▰ Riva V Gendelman Died December 26, … More Information |
Riva V Gendelman, of San Antonio, Texas, entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 26, 2000. Riva was 71. Obituary published: December 27, 2000 in "San Antonio E-N" |
▰ Riva V Gendelman Died December 25, … More Information |
Riva V Gendelman, age 71 of San Antonio, Texas, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord December 25, 2000. Obituary published: December 26, 2000 in "San Antonio E-N" |
▰ Peggy Ann (Meadows) Gendel Died October 03, … More Information |
Peggy Ann (Meadows) Gendel, of Arlington, Texas, passed from this world into the next October 3, 1995. Peggy was 76. Obituary published: October 04, 1995 in "Dallas M-N" |
▰ Maida Evelyn (Mccartney) Gench Died September 11, … More Information |
Maida Evelyn (Mccartney) Gench, age 90 of Dallas, Texas, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 11, 1999. Obituary published: September 12, 1999 in "Richardson News" |
▰ Lenore C Genaw Died August 26, … More Information | Lenore C Genaw, born May 1, 1917 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home August 26, 2006 in San Antonio, Texas. Lenore was 89. |
▰ Gerald L Genaw, Sr Died October 09, … More Information |
Gerald L Genaw, Sr , born August 11, 1923 went to be with the Lord on October 9, 2012 in Texas. Gerald was 89.
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Obituary: Gerald L. Genaw Sr., 89, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away on , 9, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas after a long illness. He was born and raised and lived the majority of his life in Port Huron, Michigan, relocating to San Antonio in 2001 to live closer to his children. Gerald was proud to have served in the Armed Forces for his country during World War II, serving in the China-Burma-India Theater as a member of the United States Army Office of Strategic Services. discharge from the Army, and while in Detroit, Michigan, he met the love of his life and future wife, Lenore Wutschke, where she was employed as one of the original Rosie the Riveters working on construction of airplanes to be used by American Allied Fighters in World War II. Gerald and Lenore were married 21, 1945 which was the beginning of a wonderful journey of 60+ years of married life. He was a husband and father who dedicated his life to his family with unyielding love and support. Mr. Genaw was employed by the Port Huron Paper for 39 years, from 1946 to 1985, when he retired as Sales Manager. Retirement brought many years of enjoyment traveling the country with his beloved wife and poodle Dandy by his side. His many passions included bowling, fishing, and golfing, and he was known to warble a tune or two whenever he got the chance. He was a lifelong member of the Elks and Moose Lodge of Port Huron, Michigan, as well as the American Legion and VFW of both Port Huron and San Antonio, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents LeRoy and Gertrude Genaw, a sister Mary Krupa, a step-sister Dorothy Darling, and his beloved wife of 60+ years, Lenore. He is survived by two brothers, LeRoy Genaw of Minneapolis, MN and Thomas Genaw and wife Beverly of Penrose, NC; and his three children, Gerald L. Genaw, Jr. and wife Linda of Spring, TX; Lynne Raft and husband Earl of San Antonio, TX; and Janet Rider and partner Bruce Bailey of Centreville, VA; two grandchildren, Melissa Pickell of Oak Hill, VA, and Nick Genaw of Spring, TX; one great-grandchild, Megan Pickell, Oak Hill, VA; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. till time of service, , 16, 2012, at Porter Loring Mortuary North. SERVICE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2012 12:00 P.M. PORTER LORING MORTUARY NORTH CHAPEL The Reverend Joe Walts officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National . The family would like to thank Sandra Garza, his long-term caregiver and Odyssey Hospice for their loving care. |
▰ Clara Jeanette Genaro Died June 06, … More Information |
Clara Jeanette Genaro passed away peacefully June 6, 1997, at her home in Houston, Texas. She was 77. Obituary published: June 07, 1997 in "Chronicle" |
▰ Joseph George Genarlsky Died August 29, … More Information |
Joseph George Genarlsky, 81, of Waco, Texas, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 29, 2007. Obituary published: August 30, 2007 in "Dallas M-N" |
▰ Joseph George Genarlsky Died August 28, … More Information |
Joseph George Genarlsky, of Waco, Texas, died on August 28, 2007. Joseph was 81. Obituary published: August 29, 2007 in "Dallas M-N" |
▰ Timothy A Genador Died August 24, … More Information |
Timothy A Genador, born September 22, 1939 passed from this life on August 24, 2014 in Granbury, Texas. Timothy was 74.
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Obituary: GRANBURY -- Timothy Genador, 74, of Granbury passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones , Aug. 24, 2014, at a local hospital. Celebration of life: 12:30 p.m. in Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Chapel. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. at Bluebonnet Hills . Tim grew up and went to school in Haltom City. He held a variety of jobs, including being a starter at Green Valley Raceway and construction of Interstate 20. Tim retired from General Motors in Arlington, where he worked for more than 30 years. Tim enjoyed working in his yard and puttering around in the garage. He most enjoyed being with his family and friends, had a passion for classic cars and enjoyed his water aerobic classes. He was a generous person who made many friends throughout the years. Tim was preceded in death by his infant son, Gregory Genador; parents, Jacob and Minnie Genador; brother, Mark Genador; and a nephew, Daniel Hampton. Survivors: Daughter, Gretchen Hord and her husband, Bill, of Fort Worth; grandchildren, Jessica Morales and her husband, Anthony, of Weatherford and Carter Hord and his wife, Chelsea, of Hudson Oaks; sisters, Rebecca Trammell of Granbury and Joyce Mitchell and her husband, Doug, of Fort Worth; lifetime love, Ronnie Goodner; great-grandchildren, Jackson and Isabel Morales and Campbell and Chandler Hord; nephews, Barry Price and Phillip Hampton and his wife, Stormy; numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews; a family of the heart, Jason Brimer and his partner, Jonda Shirley, and Shelley, Kelly, Madison and Abigail Mayo; and lifelong best buddy, Robert Payne. |
▰ Mr Timothy Allen Genador Died August 24, … More Information |
Mr Timothy Allen Genador, born September 22, 1939 died on August 24, 2014 in Colleyville, Texas. Mr was 74.
Family members and close friends: , Vickie Keaton, Raymond Daniel, Sandra & Richard Hart, Sam And Mary Woods, General Motors Arlington Assembly, Sami Bliss, Richard Goodwin, Carla May |
▰ Jacob H Genador Died May 17, … More Information |
Jacob H Genador, age 83 of Haltom City, Texas, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home May 17, 1996. Obituary published: May 18, 1996 in "Fort Worth S-T" |
▰ Paul N Biediger Jr Brig Gen Died January 24, … More Information |
Paul N Biediger Jr Brig Gen , born April 16, 1932 passed away peacefully January 24, 2016 in Texas. Paul was 83.
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Obituary: Brigadier General Paul Biediger, 83, of San Antonio, TX, answered his final call of duty on 24, 2016. He was born in San Antonio, TX on 16, 1932. graduating from St. Gerard High School, he enlisted in the 112th Armored Cavalry Regiment of the Texas Army National Guard on 21, 1950. He so impressed his superiors that in 1959 he attended Field Artillery OCS in Fort Sill Oklahoma and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Field Artillery on 24, 1960. This began his career in field artillery, culminating in his assignment to the 49th Armored Division Artillery in 1973. In 1980, he was promoted to Colonel and appointed Commander of the 49th, where he remained until 1984. He then became Chief of the Training Division HQ, State Area Command. He retired in 1987. He was promoted to Brigadier General (Brevet) in of 2001. He is survived by his wife, Allene Eichman Biediger, his daughter Nancy Lorenzen and her husband Steve, and grandson Dustin Zimmerman. He is also survived by his sister, Joan Biediger Christilles, and his nephews Ernest, Jerome, Dennis, and Warren Christilles. His funeral will be at St. Pius X Catholic Church on 4, 2016 at 10 a.m. He will be buried with full military honors at the national cemetery on Fort Sam Houston at 11:30 that same day. |
▰ Herbert George Bench, Brig Gen, Ret Died March 20, … More Information |
Herbert George Bench, Brig Gen, Ret , born September 2, 1917 departed this life Sunday March 20, 2012 in The Hills, Texas. Herbert was 94.
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Obituary: Herbert George Bench died on 20, 2012 in Austin, Texas. Herb died only 2 days after his wife passed away on 18th. but he was never really the same since his son, Terry died 4 years ago. Terry was always his rock. Herb is survived by 3 sons, Scott, Tim and his wife, Cindy, Kevin and his wife, Sherice and 6 grandchildren, Hollie, Ben, Danny, David, Kilby and Bailey. If Herb ever met someone who wasn aware how great these grandchildren were, he was never shy about letting them know. Herbert George Bench was born on 2, 1917. He attended Southwest Missouri State University on a track Scholarship. He spent the next 30 years in the Air Force. He was a paratrooper during World War II and went on to become one of very few Air Force General Officers who was not a pilot. It was a source of great pride to him that all 4 of his sons graduated from the Air Force Academy. the Air Force, Herb went into the Real Estate business in Dallas and Kerrville. He was also known to give golf lessons on the driving range at The Hills to people who didn even realize he was their instructor. The family will receive friends at 6:00 p.m. with memorial services following at 6:30 p.m. on , 23, 2012 at Weed-Corley-Fish Lake Travis, 411 Ranch Road 620 South in Lakeway, Texas. |
▰ Cecil Thomas Jenkins Brig Gen, Usaf Died July 31, … More Information |
Cecil Thomas Jenkins Brig Gen, Usaf, born March 2, 1921 departed this life Sunday July 31, 2013 in Texas. Cecil was 92.
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Obituary: Cecil T. Jenkins, Brig Gen, USAF (Ret.) passed away peacefully , 31, 2013 at his home in San Antonio at the age of 92. Cecil was born in Lott, Texas 2, 1921. graduating from Chilton High School in 1940, he attended Southwest Texas State . his service during WW II, he returned to complete his education in 1948. Cecil entered active military service in 1942 as an aviation cadet in the Army Air Corps. graduating from pilot training at Foster Field, Texas; he completed fighter pilot training at Ft. Sumner, NH, as well as Greenville and Galveston, TX, flying P-40 and P-47aircraft. Assigned to the 50th Air Force in 1945, he served in New Guinea, the Philippines and Okinawa with the 69th Fighter Squadron, flying the P-47 Thunderbolt. the war, he served with the occupation forces in Japan. Released from active duty in 1946, he remained in the Air Force Reserve until recalled to active duty in 1951, during the Korean conflict serving as a ferry pilot and flight commander with the 1738th Ferry Squadron, Long Beach, California ferrying aircraft worldwide including Europe, Alaska, Hawaii and Central and South America. Following the Pueblo Incident, then Col. Jenkins was activated in Jan. 1968 for over 16 months as Deputy Cdr., for Operations, 921st Military Airlift Group. In of 1968, still on active duty, Col. Jenkins was selected to fill the position of Director of Operations & Training, 433d Military Airlift Wing (Alamo Wing), and assumed those duties on 2, 1969, at Kelly AFB, Texas. He assumed command of the 937th Military Airlift Group at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma in 1970. On 20, 1971 he was named to command the 94th Military Airlift Wing at L.G. Hanscom Field, Bedford, Mass. In of 1972 he transferred to Dobbins AFB, GA., as wing commander. In of 1975, General Jenkins became acting commander of the Eastern Air Force Reserve Region at Dobbins AFB. Cecil was awarded the First Oak Leaf Cluster to the AF Commendation Medal in Jan. 1972 for Outstanding Service as commander, 937th Military Airlift Group, Tinker AFB, OK. In May 1972 at the Pentagon, he accepted the Dept. of Defense Annual Community Relations/Domestic Action Program Award for Outstanding Contribution to Community support and Domestic Action, 1971. In of 1976 he was assigned to the Alamo Wing where he served as wing commander to the 433rd Tactical Airlift Wing. He retired in 1978, completing a 35-year military career. The general was decorated with the Air Force Legion of Merit. He was a proud member of the Order of Daedalians for many years. Two memorable events during his tenure with the Alamo Wing were sending aerial firefighters to California in of 1977 and flights to snowbound northeastern cities in 1978. He was married for almost 60 years to Army Nurse, Eleanor Barbato, whom he met in the South Pacific in 1946. retiring from the military, he and his son, Thomas, started Jenkins and Associates, a builder of fine custom homes. Cecil was a faithful member of Bethany Congregational Church. Cecil was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor Barbato, his parents Claud and Abbie Jenkins, and his sister Claudine Jenkins. He is survived by son Thomas L. Jenkins and (Lynn); daughters, Patricia Jenkins and Kathleen (Ken) Null; grandsons, Cameron Kurth, Brian Kurth and (Cori) and great granddaughter Olivia Kurth, and step-grandson, Kenneth L. Null, Jr. (Julia). As well as, one brother, Marshal Jenkins (Winnie); three sisters Juanita Mortimer, Janice Lane, Betty Jo Nix (John) as well as friends, nieces, and nephews, all dearly loved. The family wishes to thank his loving and dedicated caregivers, especially Olga Flores as well as Allyssa Gallegos, Jose Martinez, and Magda Lopez. The family also wishes to thank Odyssey Hospice who cared for him the last few months. There will be a visitation on , 8th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Porter Loring Mortuary 1101 McCullough Ave, San Antonio, Texas. FUNERAL SERVICE FRIDAY AUGUST 9, 2013 12:00/NOON PORTER LORING CHAPEL Interment at 1:30 p.m. in Ft. Sam Houston National with full military honors. Memorial donations may be made to the Fisher House, Inc. 7323 W. Highway 90, Suite 107 San Antonio, TX 78227-3562 or a charity of your choice. |
▰ Joseph James Jr Gemza Died June 24, … More Information |
Joseph James Jr Gemza, of Texas, born in New Jersey, entered Heaven's gates on June 24, 2003. Joseph was 62. Obituary published: June 25, 2003 in "Houston Chronicle" |
▰ Elizabeth A Gemza Died July 22, … More Information | Elizabeth A Gemza, born April 9, 1945 went into the presence of the Lord on July 22, 2017 in Texas. Elizabeth was 72. |
▰ Lenora "Blondie" Gemrose Died December 01, … More Information |
Lenora "Blondie" Gemrose, of Texas, born in Virginia, passed from this life on December 1, 2003. Lenora was 84. Obituary published: December 02, 2003 in "Fort Worth S-T" |
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