Robert Lue Arnold
1935-2014
Robert Lue Arnold, 79, of Bandera, passed away at his home on Saturday, August 16, after a lengthy illness. He was born in Foster, Missouri on July 17, 1935 to Robert Noel Arnold and Rose Belle Kirby Arnold.
Robert married
Maude Johnson.
He grew up on a ranch in Colorado. As an adult, he worked heavy equipment on road jobs, in coal pits, public utilities and pipelines.
After retiring in 2006, Robert enjoyed staying at home in Bandera where he attended local musical jams. Until illness kept him home, he loved to listen to music and singers.
Robert was dearly loved and will be missed. He is now resting with the Lord.
He is survived by his wife, Maude Arnold; sons, Jack Arnold of Tulsa, Oklahoma; James Arnold of Canton; and Jarvie Arnold of Medina; daughters, Debra Leu of Sterling, Virginia; Linda Cloud of Tulsa; and Barbara Arnold of Jonesboro, Arkansas; stepsons, Steve Johnson of Ganado, Timothy Johnson of Raymondville and Patrick Johnson of Lolita; and stepdaughters, Jeanne Hartsfield and Debbie Hajek, both of Yoakum, along with a multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Robert was predeceased by his mother, Rose Arnold; father Robert N. Arnold; son Robert J. Arnold; and daughter Teresa Arnold.
A funeral service was held Wednesday, August 20, at Grimes Funeral Chapel in Bandera with Rev. Robert Brown and Rev. Allie Balko officiating. Burial will take place at 1:30 pm Thursday, August 21, at Willow Creek cemetery in Sublime, Lavaca County with Brandon Stopp, Shawn Stopp, Robert J. Arnold, R.J. Arnold, Jeff Smith, Jay Arnold, Colton Arnold and Caden Arnold serving as pallbearers.
Memorials may be made to River City Hospice.
Arrangements were entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Bandera.
Floyd L. Wyatt
1923-2014
Floyd L. Wyatt of Bandera passed away the morning of Wednesday, August 13, at his home. He was born in Burnet County on Sept. 18, 1923, to Floyd and Mae Clements Wyatt.
Floyd married
Dorothy Rees of Bandera on Nov. 10, 1953 in Bandera.
He graduated from Ozona High School in 1943. At the end of World War II, Floyd served in the Army Air Corp as a B-17 pilot and finally as a command pilot in the B-29. He obtained his private pilot license in 1947.
As a young man, Floyd worked in the oil fields of West Texas and as a wrangler on ranches in West Texas and Bandera. In addition, he and Dorothy managed a ranch near Medina for several years before building their home in Bandera in 1961.
The couple established Concrete Products, which specialized in constructing septic tanks. They later sold the business and retired.
In the 1950s, Floyd served as a deputy sheriff under then-Sheriff Johnny Faris.
Floyd is survived by brother-in-law Wendell Rees; brother-in-law Lynn Post and his wife, Lola; brother-in-law Roger Stevens and his wife, Jean; and brother-in law Jimmy Hansen, as well as by several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy Rees Wyatt; parents, a sister and two brothers, niece and nephew, six sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law.
Funeral services were held at Grimes Funeral Chapels on Monday August 18, with Mr. Martin Smith of the Bandera Church of Christ presiding. Burial followed in Bandera cemetery.
Pallbearers included Pat Wooten, Chad Hansen, Scott Post, Pat Boyle, Ray D'Spain and Earl Hardin Jr.
Arrangements were entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Bandera.
Rev. George D. Schultz
1922-2014
George Durward Schultz went to his Heavenly Home on Saturday, August 2, in Bandera, his home of 27 years. He was born in Upsala, Minnesota on January 24, 1922.
A veteran of the United States Navy, Rev. Schultz served in the Pacific Theater during World War II. After being discharged from the military, he attended the Lutheran Bible Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he met his wife of 67 years, Betty Ann.
Rev. Schultz also attended Gustavus Adolphus College and Augustana Lutheran Seminary. He was ordained in 1953 and served 61 years as a Lutheran pastor. Prior to retiring to Bandera, he had served three congregations.
Rev. Schultz also volunteered with the Grace Lutheran Church, assisting many people over the years. In addition, he was an active member of the Bandera County Democratic Club.
Rev. Schultz is survived by his wife, Betty Ann, children, Paul and Sissy Schultz of Kenmore, Washington; Robert and Jessica Schultz of Lincoln, Nebraska; Janet Morse of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and Karen D'sa and George Vujovic of Bozeman, Montana; four grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; and many nieces and nephews, as well as by hundreds of friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Noah's Ark Day Care Center, PO Box 1226, Bandera 78003, or Bandera County Helping Hands Garden Project, PO Box 1092, Bandera 78003.
Charlie Alvin Moore
1917-2014
Charlie Alvin Moore, 96, of Medina, passed away Monday, August 4. He was born in Swisher County on Dec. 16, 1917, to Charles Robert and Nannie Mae Moore.
The family moved to Medina in 1934, and Charlie graduated from Medina High School in spring 1935. After graduation, he attended Draughons' Business College in San Antonio and then worked for International Harvester Company.
Charlie was drafted into the military during World War II on Dec. 1, 1941, a few days before the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. Initially, he helped construct landing fields in the Aleutian Islands off the coast of Alaska. During that time, aircraft needed a place to refuel, and the Japanese controlled a large portion of the Pacific.
After Charlie's company returned to the states from the Aleutians, they were reassigned to Okinawa, Japan, to build runways for the big planes to land during the US invasion of Japan. The runways are still being used today.
After the war ended, Charlie returned home to San Antonio, continuing his career at International Harvester Company. He worked there for 32 years until his father's passing necessitated his return to the family ranch near Medina to help with farming and ranching business. Charlie served in that role the rest of his life.
In addition to farming and ranching, he enjoyed all things mechanical beyond his time at International Harvester Company. He was also an avid reader, gardener and conversationalist.
Additionally, through the years, Charlie enjoyed military reunions. In August 2010 the San Antonio Express-News featured a photo and article about him on the first Alamo Honor Flight to Washington, DC, to visit the World War II Memorial.
As a young man Charlie was baptized into the Christian church and truly led a Christian life. His life's legacy was one of sacrificial and humble leadership. He demonstrated thoughtfulness, loyalty and respect to everyone he met.
Charlie is survived by his sister, Helen Moore Hicks, and LD Moore, who both live in Medina, and by many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings, Clarence F. Moore, Medina Brooks Goodenough and Bill R. Moore.
Services were held Friday, August 8, at Grimes Funeral Home in Bandera. A burial with military honors followed at Oak Rest cemetery in Medina. Memorials may be made to a charity of choice.
Arrangements were entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Bandera.
Washington Irvin Stevens
1920-2014
W. Irvin Stevens, 94, of Bandera, passed away Sunday, August 24, at his home in Bandera. Irvin was born in a small house off of FM 2828 in Medina, Texas on August 21, 1920, to Samuel Irvin and Lucy Ida Bush Stevens. He was a descendant of Jack Stevens, who came to Bandera County at the age of 12, in 1854, and CW Bush, arriving shortly thereafter. Irvin lived his entire life in Bandera County.
Irvin attended school in Bandera and worked on his parents' farm. He worked various ranches through the years including the Sid Stevens Ranch, the Montague Ranch and the Kyle Ranch. He was a skilled mechanic working for several establishments in the area until building his own garage business, first in Pipe Creek, then in Bandera at the corner of FM 3240 and Dallas Street. In the late 1960s he gained a real estate license and brokered his own company in Bandera until he retired.
On September 22, 1940, Irvin married
Estella Lena Crenwelge in Pleasanton, Texas. They had two children.
Irvin is survived by his son, Rocky Irvin Stevens and wife, Geni of Houston; his daughter, Gail Nadine Stevens Joiner of Bandera; two granddaughters, Bobbi Jo Campbell Aleman and husband, Jesse of Orlando, Florida and Melinda Ann Stevens of Austin and three great grandsons.
Irvin was predeceased by his parents, Samuel Irvin Stevens and Lucy Ida Bush Stevens and by his wife, Estella Lena Crenwelge Stevens.
A memorial service is scheduled for Monday, September 8, at Grimes Funeral Chapel in Bandera at 6 pm. His ashes will be laid to rest at a later time by family members in the Oak Rest cemetery in Medina.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzafar Shrine Hospital Fund, 901 North Loop 1604 W., San Antonio, Texas 78232 or a memorial contribution may be made in his name at the same address.
