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Keith
Berta Helen Keith, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, born January 14, 1921, to Herbert Franklin Broom and Pansy Henson Broom, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 17, 2010. Bert taught kindergarten for more than 35 years, most of those at Dellview Baptist Church, her home church the past 50 years. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Ralph E. Keith in 1997; sister, Edith Henry; and brothers: Paul Broom and Herbert Franklin Broom, Jr. Survivors include her daughters: Helen Elaine Conklin, and Kathryn Bishop and husband Jim; sons: Gordon Ralph Keith and wife Paula, Thomas Franklin (Jim) Keith and wife Carol, Duane E. Keith and wife Johnnie, and Byron Emmett Keith and wife Midge; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Bert’s generosity, love, and faith are her legacy to our future generations. We will miss her dearly. Visitation began at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 23 at Mission Park Funeral Chapels South. Funeral Services were held at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, February 24, at Mission Park South with interment following in Brite Cemetery. The family would like to express their appreciation to her cardiologist, Dr. Charles Roeth and his staff for their sincere care for the past 33 years. For personal acknowledgement you may sign the guest book at www.missionparks.com in the obituary section.

Eubanks
Lottie Haley Eubanks joined her Savior, family, and friends on February 25, 2010 in Midland, Texas. She is now at peace and no longer suffers from years of pain and complications due to severe osteoporosis. Funeral services were held on Monday, March 1, 2010 at 10 am at the First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. David Johnson officiating. A graveside service were held on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at Rutledge Cemetery in Poteet at 2 p.m. with a memorial service following at the First Methodist Church in Poteet. Viewing was held on Sunday at the funeral home in Midland, 3800 N. Big Spring St. Lottie was born on January 25, 1915, in Rayland, Texas, near Vernon, to James and Effie Jordan. In 1933, the family moved to Poteet, where Lottie attended school. In 1938, Lottie married W.W. “Chic” Haley and they had two children, O.C and Nadine. Shortly before her marriage, Lottie began working as an office girl for Dr. Chester Shotts. This experience would lead her to pursue an LVN and begin a career as a nurse at Mercy Hospital in Jourdanton, Texas. During this time, Lottie was an active member of Poteet First Methodist Church, and would later receive an honorary life-time membership from the Women’s Society of Christian Service. In 1979, Lottie went to Midland, Texas on a nursing case and fell in love with the city. She decided to make it her home. She met and married a wonderful man, Ed Eubanks, and became a long-standing member of First Baptist Church. During their 13 year marriage, the couple was able to travel extensively around the world before Ed’s passing in 2001. To her grandchildren and great grandchildren she was known affectionately as ‘Memi’. And to all who knew her, she will be remembered as a compassionate Christian, a loving mother, a doting grandmother, and a caring friend. Besides putting her children and grandchildren above all else, she showed great kindness and was a loyal friend to shut-ins and neighbors alike. She enjoyed cooking and would many times take meals to those who needed it the most. Besides cooking, her favorite pastime was watching football and she remained an avid Oklahoma Sooners fan. One of her favorite memories was receiving an autographed photo of Bob Stoops on her 90th birthday. Lottie’s children would like to thank the Yellow Rose Christian Home for their continual love, care, and patience shown to their mother. Also Dr. McClary and the Nurses of Home Hospice deserve much praise for the love and care given to their mother and the great kindness shown to the children. Preceding her in death are her parents, one sister, Willa Mae Scheulter, and four brothers, Bill, Luke, Wade, and J.B. Jordan. She is survived by one sister, Lucille Selle of Hondo, Texas, one son, O.C. Haley and wife Johanna of San Marcos, Texas, one daughter, Nadine Powell of Midland, Texas, two grandsons, Randy Reed of Knoxville, Tennessee, and Rusty Reed and wife Elissa of Plano, Texas, and three great grandchildren, Cassidy Reed of Knoxville, and Madilyn and Jake Reed of Plano. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to First Baptist Church, 2104 W. Louisiana, Midland, TX 79701 or to Home Hospice, 901 W. Missouri Ave. Midland, TX or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.

Felan
Margarita G. Felan, entered into rest on Friday February 26, 2010, at the age of 75. She is joining her husband, Jose Martinez Felan in Heaven. She was preceded in death by her parents Eduardo Estrada Garcia and Ciria Nanez Garcia, daughter Margarita Felan, granddaughter Mercedez Felan, and brother Antonio Garcia. She is survived by her children, Daniel Cantu, Santos Cantu, Joe M. Felan, Elsa Felan, Jeannette Felan, and Erica Stagakes. 16 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Visitation begins Friday, March 5, 2010 at Trevino Funeral Home Palo Alto from 10:00am to 9:00pm with a Rosary to be held at 7:00pm that same day. A funeral procession will depart on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 8:45am for a 10:00am Mass at St. Philip Benizi, 274 Avenue H in Poteet, with interment to follow at the Garcia Cemetery in Poteet. Trevino Funeral Home, 2525 Palo Alto Rd. San Antonio, Tx 78211, 210-924-5801.

Harris
Hazel May LaBauve Harris was born February 21,1941. She left this Earth on February 17, 2010 in Corpus Christi. Preceding her in death was her husband, Clarence E. Harris; her parents Carmen and Aileen LaBauve and sister Doris Smith. She is survived by her daughter Karen Harris of Corpus Christi, her sister Annie Garza of Pleasanton; brothers Carmen and James LaBauve, and many cousins, nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors who loved Hazel dearly. Affectionately known as ‘the card lady’ Hazel always remembered birthdays and special occasions, always had a kind word and a supportive ear for those who needed it, and always loved her country and gospel music. She will be missed and the warmth she spread will live on in us all. Cremation was performed by Guardian Cremation and Funeral of Corpus Christi.

Cruz
Estella G. Cruz, born January 12, 1934 in Jourdanton. Was called to be with the Lord on February 22, 2010. A mother of three, who devoted her life entirely to her children. Estella worked for many years at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in San Antonio where she retired. She made friends everywhere she went. She loved life and passed that to her children. She will be dearly missed by everyone she knew. She is survived by two sons, Craig Anthony Rose, Alfred R. Cruz and daughter Tina Rose Lopez. Grandchildren, Valerie, Andrea, Robin, Victoria, Edward and Kevin and great granddaughter, Reagan Estella. Visitation was held at Hurley Funeral Home in Pleasanton 2 - 9 p.m. with a rosary recited at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 25, 2010. Funeral services were at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Jourdanton at 11 a.m. Friday, February 26, 2010. Interment followed at San Jose Cemetery in Jourdanton. Anyone wishing to leave their condolences may do so at www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Zabala
Fidel Hobrecht Zabala, Jr, age 52 of Pleasanton, passed away Friday, February 26, 2010. Visitation was held from 2 - 9 p.m. with a rosary recited at 7 p.m. at Hurley Funeral Home, Pleasanton, Tuesday, March 2, 2010. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Andrews Catholic Church, Pleasanton, at 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 3, 2010. Fidel was born November 21, 1957 to Fidel and Emily (Hobrecht) Zabala and was a lifelong resident of Pleasanton. He was proud of the work he did as a “Rodbuster” for over 35 years. He enjoyed bar-b-quing, fishing and of course dancing. Fidel loved to be with his son Fidel Zabala, III and be surrounded by family and friends. He was a kid at heart. He is survived by his wife Gloria Zabala of Pleasanton; sons Fidel Zabala, III of Pleasanton, Gary Pacheco of San Antonio, Johnny Joe Zabala of San Antonio; daughters Tracey Savala and husband Steve of Bryan, Chrystal Contreras and husband Ricky of Bryan, Carrie Benavides and husband Richard Rodriguez of Bryan, and Emily Zabala of Floresville; stepchildren James Banks, Jr of Pleasanton, Bianca Banks of Pleasanton and Skyleur Banks of San Antonio; brother Johnny Guajardo of San Antonio; sisters Eileen Hobrecht Garza and husband Oscar V. of Pleasanton, Mary Carter of Cibolo, Mary Louisa Maher of Austin and Gloria Tyler of Illinois. Fidel is also survived by grandchildren Steven, Jr, Stephanie, Melanie, Isaiah, Joshua, Kristy, Angel, Abigail, Natalie, Nathan, Victor, Jacob, Isaiah B., Mona and Christiano; nieces and nephews Tammy Zabala and Joe Martinez of San Antonio, Gilbert A Zabala and wife Ruby of Pleasanton, Christopher J. Garza of Pleasanton, Daniel Ray Garza of Pleasanton, Henry T. Carter, Jr., Billy, Teresa, Mark, Michael, Debbie, Colleen, Caren, Richard, James, Nathan, Debbie, Mona, Danielle, Teresa, and Frank, Jr., Linda and Freddy all of San Antonio. He was preceded in death by his parents Fidel and Emily (Hobrecht) Zabala, Sr., brothers-in-law Henry T. Carter, and Jim Maher, great-niece Faith Angel Zabala, niece Pat Maher, and brother Frank Zabala. Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the guestbook may do so at www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Trevino
Anita C. Trevino, age 80, of Jourdanton, passed away Friday, February 26, 2010. Mrs. Trevino was born March 21, 1929 in Leal. She is preceded in death by her parents Diego and Felicita (Leal) Chapa, husband Joe Trevino and son Victor Trevino, Sr. She is survived by her sons Frank Trevino and wife Yolanda of Pasadena, Richard Trevino and wife Beatriz of Pleasanton and Robert Trevino and wife Sharon also of Pleasanton; daughters Rose Mary Antu and husband Manuel of Deer Park and Rita Perez and husband Gabriel of Corpus Christi; brother Albert Chapa and wife Rosa of San Antonio; daughter-in-law Rose Trevino and numerous nieces and nephews. Anita also leaves behind 16 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Visitation was held Sunday, February 28, 2010 from 2-9 p.m. with a rosary recited at 7 p.m. Services were held Monday, March 1, 2010 beginning at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church with internment at San Ysidro Catholic Cemetery in Pleasanton. To leave a memorial or tribute visit www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Davis
Regina Bowen Davis, of Pleasanton, passed away Monday, March 1, 2010 at the age of 100. Mrs. Davis was born November 12, 1909 in San Antonio. She is survived by her sons Warren “Dub” Davis, Jr. and wife Iliana of San Antonio and Dennis Davis and wife Linda of Houston; daughters Deborah Arnold and husband Garland of Round Rock, Mary Ann Richter of Pleasanton, Joyce E. Riddle of Pleasanton and Regina E. Stanush of San Antonio. She also leaves behind 24 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday, March 4, 2010 from 3-9 p.m. at Hurley Funeral Home in Pleasanton with a rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be Friday, March 5 at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Pleasanton with interment at St. Andrew’s Cemetery #1 in Pleasanton. In lieu of flowers, you may make contributions to Our Lady of Grace Academy, 626 Market Street, Pleasanton, Texas 78064. To leave a tribute visit www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.