L.Z. Edwards, 85, of Gatesville, died Monday, Feb. 18, 2008, at a Temple
hospital. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, at the
First Baptist Church of Gatesville with Dr. Steve Dominy officiating. Burial will
follow at the Live Oak Cemetery near the Ohio community. The family will
receive visitors from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20, at the funeral home.
L.Z. was born March 18, 1922, the fifth of six children born to Joe Tom and
Effie Holden Edwards. After both of his parents were killed in an automobile
accident in November 1932, L.Z. went to live with his father's sister, SusA
Comer and husband, Sam, who had 10 grown children. They loved him as a
son and brother. He grew up fishing and hunting on Honey Creek. L.Z
graduated from Ireland High School in 1940 and later served his country in the Army Air Force during
WWII. After returning home, he worked for the State Commission for the Blind. He married Eva
Frances Jones on Aug. 6, 1948 and enrolled at Baylor University in September of the same year. L.Z.
graduated in August 1951 with a BBA in accounting. L.Z. went to work for Humble Oil & Refining Co.
(now Exxon Mobil), retiring in 1983 after 32 years. After retirement, he moved "back home" to Coryell
county working on his ranch and with his cows. He was a member of First Baptist Church in
Gatesville where he served as a deacon as long as his health permitted and he and his wife helped
organize and started the Faith Sunday School class. L.Z. also coached Little League baseball and
served in the first and fifth Texas Silver Haired Legislature. L.Z. was preceded in death by his
parents; a son, James Walter Edwards in 2005; sisters, Reba Moore and Alma Rutherford; brothers,
J.W. and O.Q. Edwards; his aunt and uncle; and all ten of the Comer children. Mr. Edwards is
survived by his wife of 59 years, Eva Edwards; daughters, Sue McLelland and husband, Gerald of
Dallas, and Janda Edwards of Dallas; son, Gregory Lee Edwards and wife, Kelly, of Liberty; sister,
Pauline Dvorak of Oklahoma; grandchildren, Allison, Emily and Erin Edwards, Matthew, Michael,
Marcus McLelland, and Jordon and James Edwards; and a great-grandson, William Chantaplin
McLelland. Memorials may be given to the First Baptist Church of Gatesville, 912 E. Main Street,
Gatesville, TX 76528, or to the American Cancer Society, 102 Alta Mira, Gatesville, TX 76528.
March 18, 1922 - February 18, 2008
Elmer Sansom Ingle
Visitation:
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
4:00 PM until 6:00 PM
Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home of Willis
10129 FM 1097 W
Willis, TX 77318
Service:
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
2:00 PM
Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home of Willis
10129 FM 1097 W
Willis, TX 77318
Elmer Sansom Ingle, Jr. was born on January 13, 1929 in Ft. Worth, Texas to Elmer and Imogene Head Ingle. He had an enthusiasm for flying, earning his private pilot’s license at an early age and becoming a captain squadron leader in the Civil Air Patrol. He had 3 years in the Naval Air Organized Reserve. Throughout his life, Mr. Ingle enjoyed hunting, camping, fishing, and caring for his (pampered) cattle on his farm in Willis. He attended, at various times, North Texas Agricultural College (now University of Texas at Arlington), Alvin Junior College and the University of Houston.
Mr. Ingle was a member of the congregation of the First United Methodist Church of Willis. He was active in many activities of the Methodist Church through the years including his service as Sunday School Superintendent, on the Commission on Missions, Pastoral Council, and the Administrative Council.
Mr. Ingle retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in 1983 after 36 years in various management positions. During his employment with the telephone company, he participated in many community service opportunities including the United Way Campaign in Houston, Packmaster and District Chair of the Trinity-Natchez Council of the Boy Scouts of America, the Liberty and East Texas Chambers of Commerce, the American Red Cross in Liberty as Fund Drive Chairman and Director, the Rotary Club, and as president of the Toastmasters of Austin. He continued his affiliation with the telephone company after his retirement through the Pioneers of America, where he was president of the Humanitarian Club.
Mr. Ingle’s service to others did not end with his retirement. Since moving to Willis, Mr. Ingle served in fundraising activities of the United Way, as Board President of the Crisis Action Line, on the Montgomery County Grief Support Team, nine years as a mediator for the Montgomery County Dispute Resolution Center, as a volunteer for Project L.O.V.E. for the Willis Independent School District and as a volunteer at Conroe Regional Medical Center. He served for over 10 years in the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature promoting rights and services for older citizens. Mr. Ingle was a Masonic Lodge member for 57 years and was an active member of the San Jacinto Lodge 106.
Mr. Ingle is survived by his wife, Verna Bellnoski Ingle; daughters Louann (wife of Kenneth Gum, of Tennessee) and Laura (wife of Patrick Doré, of Austin); stepson Clifford McPherson (and his wife Tami, of Houston); and grandchildren Ross Gum of Tennessee, Derek Gum of Tennessee, Mallory McPherson Hawley of Houston, Roxanne McPherson of Houston, and Melissa and Amelie Doré of Bordeaux, France.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 8 from 4-6 PM at Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home in Willis. Services are scheduled for Wednesday, January 9 at 2 PM in the Chapel of Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home in Willis with Pastor Jeff Gantz officiating. Interment following service at Shepherd Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Elmer requested contributions be sent to the San Jacinto Lodge 106, the First United Methodist Church of Willis, or the charity of your choice.
Glen Jerome Peterson
April 3, 1930 - July 15, 2007
Glen Jerome Peterson died of lung cancer on July 15,
2007, at his home in Boerne. He loved his wife of 49
years, Laverne, his sons Jim and Mark, and his
grandchildren Eric, Emily, Lilia and Sam.
Born in Akron, Ohio, to James and Leah Peterson on April 3,
1930, he lived in Arizona and graduated from San Angelo
Texas High School. He was Golden Glove boxing champion
and served in the Navy during the Korean era. He managed
his family's service stations, sold cars, and ran for Congress in
Corpus Christi where he was married and his first son was
born.
He moved his family to Kerr County in 1962 where his second
son was born. Working as a nursing assistant with the Veteran's Administration, he
was recruited as a union organizer with the American Federation of Government
Employees, organizing almost every local west of the Mississippi. He later was
elected (usually by unanimous vote) international Vice President and served on the
executive board of the AFGE where he worked tirelessly to improve the lot of
working men and women in and out of federal government.
From 1994 to the present he was a member of the Texas Silver Haired Legislature
and the National Silver Haired Congress. He was a Master Parliamentarian, Admiral
in the Texas Navy, a Kentucky Colonel, a federal administrative judge and received
honorary PhDs from several universities.
He was a stalwart Democrat who served as a campaign manager for Ralph
Yarborough and Hubert Humphrey and was responsible for helping organize the
campaigns of many local and statewide elected officials. He served as a delegate to
almost every State Democratic Convention until his retirement and was a delegate to
or attended most National Conventions.
He served as Chairman of the Kendall County Democrats. A frequent traveler he
became Mikhail Gorbachev's guest in the Soviet Union at President Reagan's
request. He visited most European countries and Israel twice. He enjoyed frequent
cruise ship vacations to Mexico, the Caribbean and Alaska.
As a Christian he started every day with “Thank you Jesus” and grew to become his
savior's hands and feet to those he came in contact with everyday. Named “Bud” by
his older brother when he was infant, he was a brother to all.
Glen is survived by his wife, LaVerne Peterson of Boerne; sons Jim Peterson and Glen is survived by his wife, LaVerne Peterson of Boerne; sons Jim Peterson and
wife Suzi of Bulverde and Mark Peterson and wife Margaret of Pipe Creek; four
grandchildren; sister Patricia Zeller and husband Robert of Corpus Christi; brothers
James Eugene Peterson and wife Gay of Humble, Paul David Peterson and wife
Bonnie of Victoria, and Robert Andrew Peterson and wife Karen of Ingleside.
Visitation was held from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 17, at the Ebensberger Funeral
Home. Funeral services were at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 18, at the First United
Methodist Church of Boerne. A private interment will be held at a later date.
Arrangements were with Ebensberger Funeral Home of Boerne.
Taps for Carl W. Hoffmann
Monday, March 12, 2007 Abilene Reporter-News
EASTLAND - Carl W. (Dub) Hoffmann, Jr. prominent businessman and resident of Eastland, Texas, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2007.
Funeral Services will be held Tuesday March 13, 2007 at 10 a.m. in the First Baptist Church in Eastland conducted by Dr. Shawn Brewer and Dr. Eric McKinney.
Dub was born in Eastland on June 5, 1938, to the late C. W. and Bess Hoffmann. As a young boy he attended Eastland Elementary and graduated from Peacock Academy in San Antonio. He attended Texas Tech and Lubbock Christian in Lubbock.
Returning to Eastland in September 1963, he managed Eastland Supply which his family owned. In 1968, Dub purchased Poe Floral and was known for his superior floral business for twenty-six years.
Dub loved his home town and was always willing to help and strived to improve his community.
He was a member of First Baptist Church, Eastland Masonic Lodge, Fort Worth Scottish Rite, Moslah Temple, Eastland City Commissioner serving as Chairman of the Board from 1988 to 1995. West Central Texas Council of Government Executive Board, Eastland Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, Eastland Food Pantry Board, Eastland Antique Car Club, and an active member of the Texas Silver Haired Legislature, serving on the Retirement & Aging Committee as well as on the Operations Committee. Dub was honored by the Eastland Chamber with the Golden Deed Award.
Survivors include wife, Jean; Son Carl W. (Trey) Hoffmann of Dallas; Daughter Tiffany Hoffmann Turetzky and Husband, David of Secaucus, New Jersey; Step-Son, Mike Carter and Wife Dana of Longview and two Grandchildren, Laura Jean Carter and Zach Turetzky.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, W. H. Hoffmann, Sr., and sister Mary Katherine Hoffmann Gavrel.
Memorial may be made to the charity of your choice.
Taps for Earl M. Landis
Earl M. Landis, 90, entered eternal rest Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007, in Fort Worth. He was born July 30, 1916, in Brookville, Ohio.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family wishes to have the public make donations in their own names to the American Heart Association or a charity of choice.
Earl served in World War II and worked for several decades as a printing press engineer. He also served several terms in the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature where he influenced the response to situations affecting the elderly.
Survivors: Loving wife of more than 60 years, Doris Landis; daughter, Judy, and son, Mark Landis; sister, Glenna Jordan of Brookville, Ohio; and several extended-family members.
Published in the Star-Telegram on 1/16/2007
Taps forThe Honorable Jim Caldwell
James Duncan (Jim) Caldwell, Sr. of Kingsland, TX passed away on February 17, 2006 at age 68. He was born in Dallas, Texas on November 11, 1937 to James Hogg Caldwell and Cathryn Duncan Caldwell.
He had resided in Kingsland for the past 30 years, moving here from Dallas and was a Texas Silver-Haired Legislator for District Four.
Jim was the director of the Llano County Food Pantry, a member of the Masonic Lodge, and a member of the First Baptist Church of Kingsland.
He is survived by his daughter, Alexa Caldwell, of Newport Beach, CA; his son, James D. Caldwell, Jr. and wife, Dena, and grandchildren Taylor Mackenzie Caldwell and Karlee Rae Caldwell of Huntington Beach, CA.
A memorial service and celebration of his life was held Wednesday, March 15, 2006, at First Baptist Church of Kingsland, with Rep Tony Goolsby, a long-time friend telling stories about Jim and his experiences, and Rev. Doug Lindley officiating/ Rev. Lindley used 2 Timothy 4:6-8 as being descriptive of Jim and his life: …and the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. …
Eulogy by Carlos Higgins
A Celebration of Life service for Jim Caldwell was held yesterday (March 15, 2006)in Kingsland. Here’s how fitting and well done the service was. As you all must know, Jim smoked. He smoked a lot! But Jim would have appreciated this service and the gathering of his friends so much –he would not even have thought about taking one of his frequent smoke breaks.
Jim’s favorite preacher conducted the service. Pastor Doug Lindley’s respect and admiration for Jim was apparent. Jim’s life-long friend, Texas State Representative Tony Goolsby, delivered a warm-hearted eulogy. He began his remarks with a promise, with eyes lifted up to Jim: that – not to worry - he wasn’t going to tell everything he knew about Jim.
The Honorable Jim Caldwell - Texas Silver-Haired Legislator
In this life, when Jim was present, it wasn’t long before everyone else present knew who Jim was. That was true in Jim’s countless visits to the state Capitol on behalf of Texas senior citizens. Here’s just one example:
Jim and I testified many times before Texas Legislative Committees. My testimony was generally straightforward and to the point. Committee members would listen respectfully. When Jim testified, he’d make the same point, but with humor, gusto and a down-to-earth delivery. They not only listened to Jim, they (along with the audience) frequently rolled with laughter, and everyone remembered Jim. And they remembered his message.
As a Texas Silver-Haired Legislator and tireless advocate for senior issues, Jim was very well known and respected among the members of our Texas House and Senate, and by the Governor. And he was successful.
A timely and highly apropos legislative event occurred just two days before Jim’s untimely death. The number one issue the TSHL advocated for, an issue that Jim gave a great amount of effective time and attention to was finally approved. The issue was a personal needs allowance for many of our state’s most needy senior citizens. The way was finally paved for an increase in that allowance, and Jim clearly deserves a big share of the credit for that success.
After the service, members of the First Baptist Church in Kingsland provided food and drinks for the gathering of Jim’s family, friends and supporters. Many members of the TSHL attended. During this luncheon, Speaker Chris Kyker presented to the Caldwell family a TSHL lap blanket in memory of Jim and his sustained fine works for the TSHL and for the citizens of Texas.
Jim and I were very much a part of the “Capitol Crew” for TSHL legislative efforts. I will miss Jim. We will ALL miss him.
By Carlos Higgins TSHL
March 16, 2006
Taps forThe Honorable Calvin E. Stewart
Calvin “Cal” E. Stewart, 82, of Orange died December 30, 2005, at his residence.
He is interned at Valhalla Cemetery.
Mr. Stewart was born in Birmingham, Alabama and was a longtime resident of Orange. He was a structural engineer for American Bridge-U.S. Steel and was in the Navy Reserves. He was a member of the Mason Lodge 269 in Illinois, Orange County Sheriff’s Alumni Association, Silver Hair Legislator and Senior Watch Program. He was also a member of North Orange Baptist Church, the Birmingham Square Dance Association, National Campers and Hikers Association, Area Agency on Aging and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP).
He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Stewart; parents, Henry and Minnie (Mitchell) Stewart; and son, Roscoe Stewart.
He is survived by his daughters, Mary Margaret “Sissy” Hampton of Birmingham, AL and Fay Ann Powell and husband Terry of Orange; son, Walter Edward Stewart and wife Cathy of Carrollton; grandchildren, Ed and Anthony Hampton, Wendy Roberts, Dustin and Trevor Powell and Emma Stewart; and great-granddaughter, Haley Michelle Roberts.
In lieu of flowers the family wishes donations be made to the Southeast Texas Hospice, 912 W. Cherry, Orange, TX 77630.
Taps forThe Honorable Naomi Elaine Davis Norton
Naomi Elaine Davis Norton, of Midland, passed away Saturday, October 22, 2005.
She was born September 7, 1917 in Abilene, Texas to James H. Davis and Lula E. Lockley Davis. A graduate of Abilene High School, Mrs. Norton earned a B.A. at Hardin-Simmons University, and a M.S. from the University of Texas. On August 24, 1947, she married David L. Norton. Mrs. Norton taught 31 years in Texas schools, from elementary to college level. Naomi was inducted into Stephen F. Austin High School's Hall of Honor. She was a Texas Silver-Haired Legislator and a member of the National Silver Haired Congress. Naomi was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Midland. She was active in Eastern Star and many community organizations. A member of "Who's Who", she received numerous honors and awards.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
Taps for The Honorable Ingram Smith
Friday was a sad day. News came that The Honorable Ingram Smith had passed away. He was a very special friend to many of us. He served in the TSHL six terms (the fourth through the ninth term). He was unable to return for the 10th term because of his declining health.
Ingram Smith was a kind and loving man. There was never any contradiction between what he believed and the way he lived. Soon after he returned from World War II he got married and bought a new 1948 model pick up truck. He figured that his wife and pick up should last a lifetime. He took good care of them. To celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary he fired up his old pick up truck and took his wife for a ride. She passed away a few years ago. When he passed away on August 25, 2005, his wife's clothes were still hanging neatly in their clothes closet. His pick up truck was in the garage ready for one last final trip. When he got to Heaven his wife was holding the gate wide open for him. May Ingram rest in peace!
By Tom Perkins TSHL
Taps for The Honorable Honorable Elizabeth Sheridan Gunnerson
ELIZABETH SHERIDAN GUNNERSON (BETTE), 79, passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2005 in Galveston, Texas. She was born in Jersey City, New Jersey on September 6, 1926 to Sarah Coyle and William Sheridan. She graduated from St. Dominic's Academy in Jersey City, New Jersey and on November 16, 1946 was married to Robert (Bob) Gunnerson.
Bette was preceded in death by her husband, Robert (Bob) Gunnerson; granddaughter, Mary Briza; grandson, John Briza; brother, William Sheridan; brother-in-law, Robert Schuttinger; nephew, Kenneth Schuttinger. She leaves to cherish her memories daughters Karen Briza and husband Chris, Anne Gunnerson, Lori Rosendale and husband Stephen; son Robert Gunnerson; ten grandchildren; five great grandchildren; sisters Jean Schuttinger, Marie Eeva and husband Dominic; brother John (Jack) Sheridan and wife Charlotte; many nieces and nephews; and a multitude of friends.
Bette worked as an Insurance Claims Examiner but spent most of her life as a very loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her strong devotion to her Catholic faith guided her life and impacted all whose lives she touched. Bette was very active in both her Church and community. Before moving to Houston in 1976 she was a member of the Rosary Society at St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Far Rockaway, New York. She then became an active member of first St. Michael's Parish and subsequently St. Cyril of Alexandria Parish where she was very involved in the Focolare Movement. Bette served as a Eucharistic Minister and Lector at St. Dominic Village where she resided in Independent Living for five years before moving to Galveston. While at St. Dominic's Bette became an outspoken advocate for senior issues.
She held leadership positions in the Senior Senate and was appointed to the Silver Haired Legislature co-authoring a Bill in the State Senate that would provide funds for those needing Assisted Living accommodations. Unfortunately, this Bill was tabled until the next Legislative session. Bette continued to serve in the Silver Haired Legislature until her death making frequent trips to Austin as an advocate for senior issues. Last February Bette could not resist the call of the Gulf and moved to Galveston to be near the beach where she felt so close to God. She described it as an inspirational place conducive to prayer and meditation. For these last few months she attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Galveston and made many new friends in her Bible Study there.
Many thanks are extended to all those friends who have made her life fuller, especially Ms. Kathy Bingham.
Taps for The Honorable Rachel Beall-vonTungeln
Rachel Beall-vonTungeln was born March 23, 1916, in Johnson County, the daughter of Lavirne and E.K. Mahanay. At age 2, she moved to Fort Worth, where she lived until moving to Dallas in 2003 to be near her daughter.
She was a legal secretary and served as a civilian court reporter for the U.S. Navy during World War II. She served 10 years in the Texas Silver Haired Legislature, where she chaired several committees and was on the executive board. She was Representative-at-Iarge for Tarrant County. Following that, she was a member for three years of the National Silver Haired Congress, which conducted its business in Washington, D.C. She was a lifetime member of the National Council of Silver Haired Legislature. She was also a member of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees Fort Worth Chapter 30, where she held several offices. She worked with several organizations dealing with the affairs of the elderly, both locally and nationally.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, James W. Beall and J. E. vonTungeln. Survivors: Her daughter, Celia Beall Scott and son-in-law Robert E. Scott of Dallas; grandson, Doug Scott; and great-grandchildren, Rob and Taylor Scott of Grand Prairie.
Taps for The Honorable Bill Sagstetter
Bill Sagstetter, "Word Master," was born to be a Journalist. While in High School he became editor of the school paper. He majored in Journalism at the University of Texas in Austin then spent his working career doing journalistic work. That was not enough for Bill. He was elected to the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature. His second term, he was elected Chairman of the Communications Committee and became editor of the Silver Bulletin. He developed the Silver Bulletin into a first class document that was enjoyed by all who read it. Before he became too ill to work he had published 29 issues.
Honorable Bill Sagstetter was given Emeritus Honors by the members of the TSHL to show their respect and esteem for him. To his wife Margaret, thanks for sharing this great man with us.
Honorable Bill Sagstetter Emeritus, we miss you.
By Tom Perkins TSHL
Taps for The Honorable Felix Nigh
Felix Nigh was a big man with a big heart who left a big hole, which, before he left, he had filled with energy and strong convictions. We will miss Felix but know he is in a better place where he is having a large family reunion. He has graduated to a better place and we all look forward to being with him later. Thank you Lois for sharing Felix with the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature and the National Silver-Haired Congress.
L.Z. Edwards
