Bartlett Texas Online News

Bobby G Dusek

A celebration of life service for Bobby G Dusek, 59, of Temple was Sunday March 14 at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home in Temple with Phil & Beverly Hunt officiating. Mr Dusek died Tuesday March 9 at his home. Bobby Dusek was born April 14, 1950 to Quinton & Doris Nesbit Dusek in Bartlett. He attended Bartlett High School where he played football. Mr Dusek was a bass and striper guide in the Central Texas region. He retired from the United States Postal Service after 25 years. Survivors include four daughters, Kayla Dusek and Kym Dusek, both of Temple, and Krystal Dusek and Annie Dusek, both of Waco; a sister, Patricia Conlin of Temple; and 8 grandchildren. Memorials may be made to  Krystal Dusek, 726 North 37th Street, Waco, Tx 76710. Trevino Smith Funeral Home of Bryan and Scanio-Harper Funeral Home of Temple were in charge of arrangements.

Federico G Cortez Jr

A funeral mass was held for Federico G Cortez Jr, 64, at 10 AM March 10 at St Monica Catholic Church with burial at Laurel Land Memorial Park in Dallas. He died Saturday, March 6. He was preceded in death by his brother, Roberto Cortez Sr. Federico G Cortez Jr is survived by his wife Rebecca Duran Cortez; four sons, Federico Cortez III, Richard Cortez, Lawrence Cortez and Benito Cortez; daughter, Margarita Cortez; 4 grandchildren; a great-grandson; his brothers, Juan Cortez Sr of Bay City, Fernando Cortez Sr, Manuel Cortez and Ramiro Cortez, all of Bartlett; his sisters, Ofelia Perez, Anita Cruz, Emelda Luna, Leonor Ramos, and Juanita Luna, all of Bartlett, Estefana Miller of Taylor, and Emilia Gonzales of Elgin.

Emil Daniel Krejci

Emil Daniel Krejci, 75, a lifetime resident of Schwertner, passed away Tuesday Feb 9 in a Bartlett nursing home. Funeral services were Friday Feb 12 at 10 AM at Holy Trinity Catholic Church at New Corn Hill with Msgr Emilian Foltyn officiating. Buril followed in Holy Trinity Cemetery.

Emil Krejci was born April 6, 1934 in Corn Hill, the son of Frank & Julie (Zubek) Krejci. He served in the United States Army between 1957 and 1959, attaining the rank of SP4. Emil worked as a production supervisor at American Desk for over 35 years. He was also a lifelong farmer. Mr Krejci was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church of Corn Hill, where he rang the church bell for 67 years. He also wrote stories for the Czech newspaper, Nasinec, in Granger for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister. Survivors include his two daughters, Cathy Spinn of Holland and "Sissy" Swann of Winnsboro; four grandchildren, Natalie Spinn, Kyle Spinn, Steffany Caton and Lanam Caton; two great-grandchildren, Laila Romero and Monica Harris; a sister, Dorothy Skrhak of Thrall; and several nieces and nephews. Goodnight Funeral Home of Bartlett was in charge.

Oscar Spinn

Services for Oscar Spinn, 94, of Little River-Academy and formerly of Priddy, were held Jan 21, 2010 at St John Lutheran Church in Bartlett with Rev Mike Swink officiating. Burial was in St John Cemetery. He died Saturday, Jan 16 in a Marble Falls nursing home. Oscar Spinn was born Dec 30, 1915 in Bell County to William & Augusta Guenzel Spinn. He married Louise Kohler on June 18, 1940. He was a retired farmer and a member of St John Lutheran Church. He was preceded in deathy by his parents, wife, and two brothers. Survivors include five daughters, Carolyn Moore & husband Tom of Houston, JoAnn Glenn & husband Richard of Georgetown, Mildred Schaefer & husband Jim of Spicewood, Bonnie Hopper & husband Jerry of Keller, and Donna Clark & husband Dale of Lafayette, Louisiana; four sisters, Agnes Spitzenberger of Ft Worth, Ruby Flentge of Rosebud, Evelyn McClendon of Little River-Academy, and Frances Austin of Bulverde; a brother, Wilmer Spinn of Fox Island, Washington; 10 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Goodnight Funeral Home was in charge.

Virginia Elizabeth Jackson Nixon
 

Virginia Elizabeth Jackson Nixon passed from this world and entered her eternal rest on January 23,  2010.  She was born in Bartlett, Texas , on November 17, 1923 to Glynn Messer Jackson and Ralph Jackson, attended Jacksonville School and graduated from Bartlett High School.  She married Ruben S. Nixon on September 25, 1948, in Austin, Texas, honeymooning at the San Jose Motel on South Congress.  Virginia lived and worked in Austin during 1948, 1949 and 1950 teaching sewing at the Singer Sewing Shop on Congress Avenue, returning to Bartlett to raise their family there.  In 1969, she  and her family moved back to Austin to permanently reside there.  Virginia gave her life to Christ at a very young age and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bartlett. 
 
Some of Virginia's happiest childhood memories were of spending time at the Jackson Ranch east of Bartlett with her beloved grandmother Alice Jackson and her grandmother's family, hanging around the cattle dipping vat, playing in the blacksmith shop, damming up the spring to make a swimming hole, and riding her horse 'til her heart's content.  As an adult she was active in the Cornelia Wilson Garden Club, she loved preparing for holidays in her home in Bartlett surrounded by extended family.  Along with her husband she was a "hands on" real estate investor -- never shying from a paint brush or a hammer.  In later years, Virginia enjoyed traveling with her husband and family to New Mexico and throughout the US , playing with her grandchildren and raising dachshunds.  Virginia was a very loving and special human being; her secret ingredient in all things was love and kindness. 
 
Virginia respected all creation.  Even so, she could tell you exactly how to set a snare for any pesky coyote that might be bothering her chickens and could take those same cute little chickens that she had so fiercely guarded and turn them into a delicious dinner.  She knew and taught her children and grandchildren the lessons that she had been taught by her grandmother:   the names of all the Texas wildflowers and the necessity for taking care of the land.  She was proud of being a Texan.   Like so many other Texans of her era, she was frugal, never living beyond her means, generous and gracious to all she met and always willing to help those in need.  She was amazed by life and her wonderment of life never left her. 
 
One day while visiting at the nursing home, a family member commented on the beauty of the flowers in the vase and said it was a miracle that God could create something so beautiful; whereupon Virginia said  "I don't see why you're so impressed with the flower, God made us, so God could certainly make a flower."  And that is what she believed.  And that is how she lived with a quiet wonderment and awe at the world and all its people and creatures 
 
Virginia was preceded in death by her beloved son, Ralph Kennard Nixon, her parents, a brother Ralph Harlan Jackson, sister Dorothy Stevenson, nephew Gary Jackson and a great nephew David Stevenson.  She is survived by a devoted husband of 61 years Ruben S. Nixon, daughter Nancy Nixon Kelly and son-in-law Carl Kelly; grandson Clayton M. Kelly, and granddaughter Amanda Nixon, daughter-in-law Brenda Nixon; nieces Betty Hudec and Lisa Jackson, and a nephew Bruce Stevenson.   Special thanks to the doctors and nurses at Seton Hospital, during the many hospital stays, the employees at Gracy Woods I for their patience and care during Virginia's illness.   Visitation 5 to 8 pm Tuesday January 26 at Austin Peel & Son Funeral Home and Burial in Bartlett City Cemetery on Wednesday January 27 at 11 am; Virginia is returning to the prairie she loved so much.
 
 

Charles Franklin Carlson

Charles Franklin Carlson, 76, of Bartlett, passed away on Wednesday, Jan 6, 2010, surrounded by his family at Scott & White Hospital in Temple. Born in Thrall, Charles was a lifelong farmer/rancher. He was a former vice-president of Donahoe Creek Water Shed District. Charles was preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter, Sheila Ann; and two sisters, Virginia Bownds and Anne Marie Schier. Charles is survived by his wife of 50 years, Shirley; daughters, Lorianne Bland of Temple and Lisa Kennedy of Bertram; and a son, Mike Carlson of Holland. Also surviving Charles are his sisters, Janie Reed of San Antonio and Betty Polasek of Taylor; a brother, Ed Carlson of Thrall. Services were held Saturday Jan 9 at SS Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Granger. Graveside services followed at Bartlett City Cemetery. Goodnight Funeral Home in Bartlett was in charge.

Ronnie Dean Townsend

Ronnie Dean Townsend, 67, of Warrensburg, Missouri passed away Oct 1, 2009 at his home. Funeral services were held Oct 8, 2009 at Sweeney-Phillips and Holdren Funeral Home in Warrensburg. Creation followed the service.

Ronnie Townsend was born July 23, 1942 in Bartlett to George B & Emma Pearl Townsend. He married Mary Anna Endress in Tuscon, Arizona on Dec 18, 1976. Ronnie was a graduate of Bartlett High School. He went to school at Devry Institute and two years of community college in the Air Force. Survivors include a daughter, Emma M Young of Warrensburg; his former wife, Mary Anna Townsend of Warrensburg; a sister, Doris Nell Meissner; and a brother, Darrell Townsend, both of Temple; and 3 grandchildren.

John Edward Gilmore

John Edward Gilmore, 73, a lifetime resident of Bartlett, passed away December 13, 2009 in a Temple hospital. He was born born June 15, 1936, the son of Henry Brown and Wilma (Wilborn) Gilmore in Needles, California. John was joined in marriage to Dorothy Thomas on November 10, 1961. He was a contractor for over 30 years, and a member of First Baptist Church. Her served as Sunday School Superintendent. John was a former member of the Bartlett ISD School Board, a member of Holland Masonic Lodge 615, and Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 174. John loved hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Henry.  John is survived by his wife, Dorothy Gilmore of Bartlett; a daughter, Sheri Braun and husband Tommy of Bartlett; three sons, Shelton Gilmore and wife Debbie of Bartlett; Sam Gilmore and wife Sibylee of Little River, and Scott Gilmore and wife Lisa of College Station; two brothers, Charles Gilmore and wife Lorette of Burkburnet, and Robert Gilmore and wife Louisa of Temple; a sister-in-law, Edith Gilmore of Killeen; 4 grandchildren, one great-grandson, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were at Goodnight Funeral Home December 16 with Rev Tommy Roseblad officiating. Burial followed in Bartlett City Cemetery.

Margie M Loving

Services for Margie Mae Loving, 83, of Temple and formerly of Bartlett were held at Eighth Street Baptist Church in Temple with Rev Roscoe Harrison Jr officiating. Burial was in Bartlett City Cemetery. She died Thursday Dec 3, 2009 at her home. Margie Loving was born Feb 22, 1926 to Henry Gammage and Alice Cloud Gammage in Bartlett. She attended Bartlett public schools and later attended cosmetology school in Waco. Margie married Marion Loving on April 9, 1946. She was a homemaker.

Lanada Hill

Lanada Hill, 88, of Bartlett, died Tuesday Dec 8, 2009 at her home. Visitation was held Dec 13 at the Scanio-Harper Funeral Home and burial was private. Mrs Hill was born Feb 13, 1921 in Eden, Texas to Thomas Jefferson Crumbley and Della Clara Morris Crumbley. She had worked as a nurse's aide at Will O'Bell Nursing Home in Bartlett and was a member of First United Methodist Church in Bartlett. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Hill; and two sons, Richard Duane Hilland Robert Weldon Hill. Survivors include one daugher, Lana Sue Hill of Bartlett, and one son, William Ray "Buzz" Hill of Cameron; two sisters, Eula Adams of Junction, and Juanita Goodall of Kerrville; 8 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

Howard Kent Sartor
 
Howard Kent Sartor of Salado passed away Oct 1, 2009. A memorial service was held at Dossman Funeral Home in Belton on Friday, Oct 9 at 4 pm. "H.K.", as he was nicknamed, was the son of Rachel & Howard Sartor of Bartlett. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Vicki by merely months. The eldest of three boys, HK, Steve, and Stanley enjoyed a beautiful country life in Bartlett and surrounding areas. HK was born on Sept 8, 1936. After the completion of 3 degrees, he worked for Shell Oil in the production engineering department. Then he dedicated 20 years of his life to teaching. He also started his own investment real estate enterprise. He received 2 statwide teaching awards and an additional national certificate for his dedication to deprived children.
Mr Sartor formed a family real estate corporation including his wife Vicky and son H. R. The were founding advisory board members of "Baby Charlie's Fishing Camp" which grew into Peaceable Kingdom Retreat for Children. Today the retreat serves approximately 6,000 special needs and chronically ill children annually. Howard Kent Sartor is survived by his son, H.R. Sartor, and many friends and relatives.

Albin Agnes Pajestka
 
Albina Agnes Pajestka, 85, of Georgetown and formerly of Austin, passed away Saturday Oct 3, 2009 in a Georgetown nursing home. She was born Nov 23, 1924, the daughter of Karel & Emilie (Nemec) Pajestka in Holland, Texas. Never married, Albina was an in-home caregiver in Austin for over 60 years. She was a member of St Mary's Catholic Church in Austin. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Joe Pajestka; and a sister, Cecilia Pavlat. Albina is survived by two sisters, Emilie Betty Jarolik and Rosie Pavlat; two brothers, Charlie Pajestka and wife Blanche, and Frank Pajestka and wife Helen, all of Holland; also several nieces and nephews. Rosary was 7:00 PM Mnday Oct 5 at Goodnight Funeral Home in Bartlett. Funeral services were Tuesday Oct 6 at 2 PM at Goodnight Funeral Home with Deacon Johnny Thorton officiating. Burial followed in Holy Cross Cemetery in Granger.

Trudy Lee Pease
 
Trudy Lee Pease of Bartlett, age 60, died July 28 in a Temple hospital. Trudy Lee Pease was born in Los Angelos, Calif on Aug 7, 1948 to Gerald & Leeora (Sanders) Feelo. She married James Pease in Lake Tahoe, Calif on Jun 19, 1969. They had lived in Bartlett for 27 years. She is survived by her mother, Leeora; her husband, James of Bartlett; two daughters, Cynthia Pease of Round Rock and Geri Ann Lewis of Emporium, Pennsylvania; and 2 grandchildren. A celebration of her life was held Aug 3 at Hewett-Arney Funeral Home by Tiffany Dana, pastor of First United Methodist Church in Bartlett. Hewett-Arney Funeral Home of Temple was in charge of arrangements.

Daniel Paul Balusek
 
Daniel Paul Balusek, 77, of Holland passed away July 24, 2009. Services were held Monday July 27 at Goodnight Funeral Chapel in Bartlett with Dr. Mark Labaj officiating. Burial was in Holland Cemetery.
Daniel Balusek was born Oct 5, 1931 to Henry George Balusek and Emilie Roznovak Balusek. He was a member of Holland Brethren Church and was baptized Oct 27, 1931 and confirmed Dec 29, 1946. His sponsors were William and Julie Dusek. Dan was married at the age of 58 to his beloved wife, Martha Hopson, and welcomed his extended family of Douglas, Gary, Carl and James Hopson, and Margaret Cervenka and Sheila Juranek. Dan was a very kind and gentle man and loved his home and farming. He was preceded in death by his wife Martha; his parents and loving stepmother, Millie Shimek Balusek; brother, Robert Balusek; sisters Doris Janke and Evelyn Spann; and stepchildren Rita Selby and Donald Hopson. Survivors include his sisters, Mary Lange and husband Clarence of Caldwell, and Val Hegar and husband Bob of Thorndale; stepchildren and their children; special cousins Raymond Balusek and wife Johnnie of Burleson, and Edwin Balusek of Holland; and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Larry Janke Jr, Todd Janke, Rick Lange, Dewayne Balusek, Robert Hegar and Gordon Beatty.  Honorary pallbearers were Raymond Balusek, Edwin Balusek, Steve Hegar, Justin Hegar, Preston Hegar, Gabbo Goetsch, Ray Schoener, Norman Schoener, Tom Westerberg and Mark Karl.  Goodnight Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
 
 
 

Lillie L Martinets

Lillie L Martinets, 88, formerly of Holland, died at 10:30 AM Sunday July 19 at Pflugerville nursing center. Lillie was born on Oct 28, 1920 at Beyersville, Texas, the third of ten children born to Joseph F and Rosie Simcik Smensky. She was baptized and confirmed at Taylor Brethren Church and attended Beyersville School. As a young woman, she worked at the Taylor High School Cafeteria, the Taylor Pecan Factory, and Taylor Bedding & Manufacturing Company. She married Clifton M Martinets on March 11, 1944 at Granger Brethren Church. They farmed for several years, first at Hackberry (near Holland) and later near Schwertner, where their two children were born. In 1959, the family moved to Holland, where Clifton operated Clifton's Place, a popular bar and domino hall. Lillie was a homemaker and also worked for many years as cook at the Holland School Cafeteria. She was an excellent seamstress, gardener, and cook, and was especially known for her tasty Czech kolaches. Lillie was a long-time member of the Holland Brethren Church, and SPJST Lodge No 80 in Holland. Lillie was preceded in death by her father Joseph in 1957, mother Rosie in 1978, and husband Clifton in 1981, and sister Angeline Hobbs of Temple on May 28, 2009.  She is survived by her two children: son Allen (and wife Joyce) Martinets, and daughter Karen (and husband Roy) Mills, all of Austin; one granddaughter, Amy Good (and Wade Winnett) of Pflugerville; 3 grandsons, Ryan (and wife Leighann) Martinets of Pasadena, Andrew (and wife Rachel) Mills of Austin, and David Mills of Austin. She is also survived by two brothers, Joe B Smensky of Beyersville, and Edmond Smensky of Austin; six sisters, Bertha Christianson, Elsie Mucha, Albina (and husbandMartin) Kerlin, all of Taylor; Agnes (and husband Jack) Eschberger of Coupland, Martha (and husband Clarence) Minzenmayer of Temple, and Jane (and husband Bill) Griffin of Salado; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Lillie was a modest, kind and gentle woman who will be missed by her many friends, neighbors, and relatives. Funeral services were Friday July 24 at Goodnight Funeral Chapel in Bartlett, with burial following at Holland City Cemetery. Lillie's cousin, Rev Frank Simcik of Temple, officiated.
 
William Melvin Davis Jr 

Services for William Melvin Davis Jr, 61, of Dallas were held July 2 at Holy Temple Church of God in Christ in Bartlett. Burial was in Bartlett City Cemetry. He died Sunday, June 27, 2009.
William Melvin Davis Jr was born in Bartlett October 25, 1947 to William Melvin & Ollie Davis. He attended Booker T Washington and Bartlett High School. Mr Davis was active in sports and scored the winning extra point at the 1964 Booker T Washington Panthers Class A State Championship. He also played semi-pro football for the Dallas Rockets. Mr Davis attended Texas State Technical College in Waco and became  certified as a master mechanic. He lived in Dallas for more than 35 years and was most recently employed at Auto Zone. Mr Davis was a member of Eighth Street Baptist Church in Temple. Survivors include his mother of Temple; two sons, Melvin Collin of Irving, and Travis Smith of Dallas; five daughters, Lisa Harrington of St Louis, Melissa Griffin, Megena Henderson, and Carla Hayes, all of Temple, and Monique Alexander of Dallas; five brothers, Jesse Davis of Lake Jackson, Herbert Davis of Temple, Earnest Davis and Stacy Davis, both of Rowlett, and Kenneth Davis of Arlington; and six sisters, Eula Jones, Maureen Brown, Angelica Davis and Patricia Green, all of Temple, Florene Cunningham of Arlington, and Pamela Davis of Killeen. Bradford/Dawson Funeral Home in Temple was in charge of arrangements.
 
Vicky Jo Sartor
 
Vicky Jo Sartor of Salado died on April 25, 2009 in a Temple hospital. She was born Jan 5, 1954.  Known and loved throughout her community, Vicky dedicated her life to the service of others. She was an outstanding mother, wife and friend. She luminously dedicated her last twenty years of life to the Salado United Methodist Church, serving as Program Director and Minister of Children. Vicky was a devout Christian and a spiritual counselor, lending her radiant energy in every endeavor. Vicky served on the Advisory Board of the Peaceable Kingdom Retreat for Children and assisted with the first fundraisers for the organization. She also served Salado ISD as an officer of the Salado Parents and Teachers. While she shared her giving heart with this community, her greatest love was for her family. Vicky was the wife of H.K. Sartor and the mother of H.R. Sartor. After graduating from high school in Bartlett, Vicky studied at area universities. She married H.K. Sartor on June 2, 1978. Her precious son, Howard Robert (H.R) was born on Christmas Day, 1979. She is survived by her husband, Howard Kent Sartor; her son, Howard Robert Sartor; her parents, Robert & Evelyn Powitzky; her sister, Janie David; and her aunt, Dorothy Jean Bartlett. A memorial service was held May 1 at the Salado Methodist Church, with arrangments by Dossman Funeral Home of Belton.
 
Willis Malcom Jones
 
Willis Malcom Jones, 87, longtime resident of Bartlett and formerly of Houston went to Heaven on Wed March 18, 2009 in a Georgetown nursing home. He was born April 12, 1921 the son of William N and Betty Rozela (Grigsby) Jones. On June 5, 1948 he married Melba Hunt who preceded him in death in March 2007. Willis was a commercial painter and worked for Lubrizol Corp in Houston for 25 years. On retiring in 1982, he returned to the family farm in Bartlett. Willis was a member of the First Baptist Church. He was a veteran of World War II, serving the US Army 4th Infantry/36th Division. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and two Purple Hearts for his action. Willis was a lifetime member of the Masonic Lodge.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife Melba Hunt Jones of 57 years; two brothers, Woodrow W Jones and W H Jones; and two sisters, Betty Banks and Opal Wages. Willis is survived by his daughter, Rita Jones of Georgetown; granddaughter, Kim Colvin of Georgetown; step-grandchildren Bobby Morgan and Kirstie Morgan, both of Georgetown; a brother, George T Jones of Wimberley; two sisters Hazel Barrett of Overton and Erma Wasek of Brazoria; sister-in-law, Jane Simmons and husband Richard of LaPort; brother-in-law Ivey Dean Hunt of Flatonia; and many nieces and nephews. Services were held Sat March 21 at 11 AM at Goodnight Funeral Chapel with Rev. Tommy Rosenblad officiating. Burial was in Davilla Cemetery.
 
Emma Ella Nixon Green

Emma Ella Nixon Green, longtime resident of Houston, went to be with her Lord and Savior January 5, 2009. Ella was born May 27, 1920 in Bartlett, Texas. She is preceded in death by her husband James E. Green Sr.; and parents Willie and Julia Keith Nixon, a sister Oleta Nixon Hardy, and brothers Wendell Nixon, Albert Nixon, Clifton Nixon and Benson Nixon, all of Bartlett. Ella is survived by her brother: Ruben Nixon of Austin; her daughters: Julia Montgomery and husband Robert, Suellen Plachy and husband Richard; son: James Green Jr. and wife Patricia; grandchildren: Rob Montgomery and wife Winona, Mary Ellen Miller and husband Dean, Leslie Hines and husband Travis, Jonathan Montgomery and wife Melissa, James Montgomery, Chris Green and wife Kathy, Wes Green, Amber Collins and husband Ethan, Denver Plachy and wife Jillian, Hudson Plachy and wife Abby, Ellie Bakk and husband Jeremiah, and Preston Plachy; great grandchildren: Arthur and Everett Montgomery, Corwin, Duncan and Clary Miller, Jesse, Georgia, Lucy and Julia Hines, Dawson Colin and Landon Montgomery, Kieran Montgomery, Rachel, Brooke and Sean Green, Emmett and Ava Collins, Caroline Plachy, and Josie Joy Bakk. Ella with her husband Jimmie raised their family in North Houston where she was a member of Oakwood Methodist Church. They retired to LaMarque, and moved to Tomball in their later years to be near their children. Her home was always open and showing hospitality to others was Ella's greatest joy. Visitation 6:00 to 8:00 PM Thursday Jan 8 at Klein Funeral Home, Tomball. Funeral services were 10:00 AM Friday Jan 9 at Klein Funeral Chapel, Tomball, with Dr. Victor Taylor officiating. The interment followed 3:00 PM Friday Grace Memorial Park in Hitchcock, Texas.