All Obituaries

Dietrich “Dickie” William Koop, of Edna, peacefully passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. Dickie was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was born on November 14, 1934 in his hometown of Edna to proud parents who instilled in him the values of hard work and compassion.   Dickie’s life was one marked  by unwavering faith and dedication to serving his community.   Dickie was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold Fred and Anita...

Julian Scott Gutierrez, 49, of Ganado, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024.  He was born on December17, 1974 in Ganado, Texas. Julian was a professional truck driver for Inteplast; not only was trucking his career, but it was also his passion too.  He was a truck driver for Inteplast for more than 9 years and an overall trucker for over 20 years.  Julian was very family oriented and would greet anyone with open arms and a smile. He loved to take spur of the moment trips with...

Sylvia Ann Riojas, 50, passed away on Thursday April, 4, 2024.  Services pending with Ganado Funeral Home.

Ernest Wayne Crabb, 91, passed away Wednesday April 3, 2024. He was born on November 10, 1932 in Speaks, TX to Ernest and Lorena Kubala Crabb.  He spent most of his adult years in Morales, TX where he loved to rope and ride his horses. He married his late wife, Margie, on February 7, 1953.  He is survived by his children Sherri Utz, Jack Crabb and wife Joy, John Crabb and wife Pam, and Theresa Wilke and husband Trey.  Affectionally known as Dadaw, he leaves behind his...

Loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Asusena VerVer Martinez, 87, of Ganado went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday March 27, 2024.  Asusena was born on August 10, 1936 in Palacios, TX to Fermin P. VerVer and Otilia Dovalina VerVer. Asusena, also known as Susie, worked hard picking cotton and as a housekeeper. She watched many families children and was everyone’s “Little Mom” and grandma.  She gave 17 years of meritorious service to the state...

Connie L. Skoruppa-McDonald went to be with the Lord, on Friday March 22, 2024.   She was born on January 2, 1967, in Victoria, Texas to Barbara Winfree and Robert Skoruppa.  She married Bud McDonald August 13, 2005. Connie was a friend to many, both human as well as feline.  She never left a wayward or feral cat unfed or uncared for.  Another love, tending habitats for migrating Monarch butterflies. Connie was an incredible picker of antiques in need of...

Weldon Branch Bonnot, 90, passed away Thursday March 21, 2024.  Weldon was born July 12, 1933, the youngest of four sons born to Carlos and Eva Jane Sewell Bonnot, a lovely pioneer Jackson County family.  Weldon attended LaWard Elementary School and then transferred to Edna High School where he was active in football, basketball, baseball and track.  After graduation he attended Texas A&I in Kingsville but came back to Edna to work.  He was a stockholder and a very...

Eddie A. Sims, 80, of Ganado passed away Friday March 15, 2024.  A private family service will be held at a later date.  If you wish to honor Eddie, please consider making a donation to Hospice of South Texas 605 E. Locust Ave. Victoria, TX 77901.  Services have been entrusted to the Todish family of Slavik & Ganado Funeral Homes.

Paul Ernest Olivares at 72 years of age, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2024, in Ganado, TX.  He was born on April 6, 1951 in Fullerton, CA.  He was a millman by trade, he loved working with his hands.  Paul was a friend and mentor to many.  He was always willing to lend a helping hand to family and friends.  He was a devoted husband to his wife, Vera Olivares, of 55 years.  He is survived by his 3 children, Paul Ernest Olivares Jr., Jessica Leigh Nelson...

Barbara Culpepper,73, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024.  Private family services are pending with Slavik Funeral Home.