Bunice Thibodeaux
2014
Bunice Thibodeaux passed away Thursday, Jan. 9, at Freedom House, Air Force Village II, San Antonio where she had been a resident since February 2005.
Born in Cecilia, Louisiana, "Ms. Tibby" - as she was affectionately known - was a proud Cajun. After graduating from local schools, she moved to Breaux Bridge, Louisiana and enlisted in the United States Navy in October 1951.
In November 1956 she was selected from numerous applicants to attend the Naval Nurse Corps Officer Education Program where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in nursing. In her 21-year military career, Ms. Tibby received many commendations of excellence from her superiors.
She retired as a Lt. Commander in 1972 while serving as the Charge Nurse of the Surgical Unit at the Naval Hospital, San Diego, California. Some of her assignments included instructor at the Naval Hospital and supervisor of several surgical nurse teams in Korea and Vietnam. She was a lifetime member of the Military Officer Association of America (MOAA) and the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA).
After retiring from the Navy, Tibby moved to Pipe Creek and attended St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Bandera.
She is survived by two cousins, Ruby Josey and Marie Usie, both of Breaux Bridge. Tibby considered her neighbors and caregivers as special friends. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.
As per her request, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society or to a charity of choice.
A rosary will be held at 7 pm Monday, Jan. 20, at Grimes Funeral Chapels. A graveside service is scheduled for 1 pm, Tuesday, Jan. 21, at Fort Sam Houston National cemetery.
Arrangements were entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Bandera.
Dr. Robert Sheldon Dewers
1922-2014
Riverside Nature Center in Kerrville sadly notes the demise of Dr. Robert S. "Bob" Dewers, who passed away Thursday, July 24.
He was a leader in establishing Riverside Nature Center. Through his efforts, we received a Texas Forest Service grant that made possible the center's arboretum, which became Texas' largest stand of native trees.
That grant was only a part of the many ways Bob enriched the center throughout the years - from working the grounds to sharing the wealth of his keen mind.
Our deepest sympathies go out to Bob's family - son Alan and daughter Linda Sue, as well as to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Thank you, Bob, for all you did for Riverside Nature Center. May you rest in peace.
Funeral services took place Tuesday, July 29, at Grimes Funeral Chapel, Kerrville. Interment was in Restland cemetery in Dallas.
Rose Mary Kindla Clark Muennink
1926-2012
Rose Mary Kindla Clark Muennink, 85, one of Bandera's most loved and respected residents, recently succumbed to heart complications.
She was born July 10, 1926, to her late parents, John T. Kindla and Frances Mazurek Kindla.
She was known as "Mrs. Clark," "Mama Rose," "Rose Bud" and, more recently, "Gaga." However, whatever name she answered to, all knew her as a loving, kind and sweet lady.
Rose Mary was born in the same house in which she eventually died - a house filled with the footsteps of not only her own large family, but also with many others as she was known as the town babysitter to many families.
Rose Mary was very proud of her Polish heritage; her family was original settlers of Bandera County.
She had the remarkable ability to recall families and names of not only her family of the Kindlas and Mazureks, but also nearly every family in the entire county and beyond. She will be dearly missed.
Rose Mary is survived by a sister, Lois Kindla Smith of Florida; brothers, Alfred Kindla and his wife, Lee, and Thomas Kindla and his wife, Betty, all of Bandera; daughters, Martha F. Weynand of San Antonio, Mary Welch of Bandera and Debbie Findley and her husband, Larry, of Rockport; sons, Glenn E. Clark and his wife, Noahlene of Bandera; Edward L. Clark and his wife, Rose, of San Antonio; and Robert R. "Bob" Clark and wife, Melonie, of Bandera; grandchildren, Toni, Eric, Dawna, Ed, Laura, Glennie, Sean and Stacie; and great-grandchildren, Olin, Morgan, Tommy, Michele, Lola and Emme.
She was predeceased by her first husband, Raymond L. Clark, and second husband George W. Muennink; brother John Kindla Jr.; and stepmother Cordie Lee Smittou Kindla.
Rose Mary passed peacefully in her sleep with family and excellent hospice caretakers by her side. The journey proved a peaceful passing for a peaceful, loving lady.
A rosary was held at Grimes Funeral Chapel in Bandera, Friday, April 13, followed by a funeral service at St. Stanislaus Church on Saturday, April 14.
The family wishes to thank everyone for the phone calls, visits, flowers, food and memories.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to hospice or the American Cancer Society.
Alexander C. Berthold
2012
Alexander C. Berthold, 89, of Kerrville, passed away on Monday, May 14. He was predeceased by Ida, his wife of 66 years, and his brother, Raymond.
Alexander led an interesting life while living in various cities in Pennsylvania, California and Idaho.
For a number of years, he worked as a real estate broker and then retired as a stockbroker. He had an interest in traveling, which he and his wife took advantage of at every opportunity.
While serving his country during World War II, Alexander gathered many interesting stories, which he loved telling. He had a keen intellect and was never without words or opinions on many subjects.
He is survived by niece Cathy Lyon and her husband, Matthew; nephews, Randy Berthold and his wife, Shirley, and Jim Dickinson and his wife, Mardena; and sisters-in-law, Janis Sells of Bandera and Lola Barton of Medina.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements were entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Bandera.
James E. Reid Sr.
1921-2013
James E. Reid Sr., 92, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, Dec. 29, in Kerrville. He was born to Daniel and Maude Reid on Dec. 23, 1921, in Siluria, Alabama.
James married
Leila Mae Cook - the love of his life - on Feb. 1, 1941, in Heflin, Alabama.
Later, he joined the United States Army, serving with distinction during World War II with the inaugural motion picture unit. James later continued to serve in the US Air Force until his retirement in 1966.
His greatest joy was the 17 seasons he and Leila spent working in the Lake Store in Yellowstone National Park.
Although a quiet and independent man, he was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. James will be missed by many.
He is survived by his wife, Leila; daughters, Dolores and Donna; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his son, James E. Reid Jr.
Graveside services took place Saturday, Jan. 4, at the Bandera cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Shriners Hospital or St. Jude Children's Hospital.
Arrangements were entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Bandera.
