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T. Lauris (Larry) Huse
T. Lauris “Larry” Huse died on Nov. 26, 2003. Lauris was born on Sept. 8, 1922, making his life span 81 years, two months, and 18 days. Services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Clifton, the Rev. Glenn Kramer officiating. Burial was at Rock Church cemetery. Lauris was always proud to have been born a Texan on the farm of his Norwegian parents, Thorvald Lauritz and Selia Tergerson Huse, about four miles east of Cranfills Gap where the Mustang Branch intersects Meridian Creek. Thorvald Lauritz Huse, Jr. was baptized by the Rev. J.A. Urness at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Cranfills Gap on Oct. 8, 1922. At the age of five, the Huse family moved to a farm on the west side of the Bosque River about four miles north of Clifton. Lauris started Clifton Elementary School in the second grade and earned his place in his age group. Lauris Americanized his Norwegian name of Lauritz during his early years in elementary school. When he was 12, Lauris lost his father (age 55) and grandmother Bestemor Huse (94). This left only his mother and brother, Walter, to manage the farm and family affairs during the desperate depression times. Even under these circumstances, Lauris was blessed with a poor but happy childhood amongst loving relatives and good neighbors. During this time, Lauris was confirmed by the Rev. O.T. Boe on July 4, 1937, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Clifton. Lauris graduated from Clifton High School with honors in 1940. He then attended Clifton Jr. College, graduating with an Associate of Arts degree in May 1942. In June 1942, Lauris was called to active duty at the Naval Air Station in Grand Prairie, as a Naval Aviation Cadet. At his first roll call the Marine drill sergeant changed Huse (Who’s he?) to “Huse as in fuse.” And Lauris became Larry amongst his fellow cadets. In September, Larry was sent to Corpus Christi Naval Air Station for more flight training and an Ensign’s commission in December 1942. After two years at Instrument Training Squadron 13-A, Larry was sent to the Pacific Theatre of Operations. There he became the pilot of a drone unit with an enlisted crew of seven technical specialists. United States drones were launched from a catapult in the bow of a destroyer, and Larry would make Kamikaze runs for anti-aircraft practice for a wide variety of ships, including the famous Battleship Wisconsin. He flew for over 100 ships in the Iwo Jima and Okinawa flotillas. Later at the Anti-Aircraft Training Center on Guam, his unit gave a special exhibition for the Five-Star Admiral of the Fleet, Chester W. Nimitz. Larry’s drone unit was selected for a secret mission to test the “proximity fuse” with 100 percent favorable results. A camera was mounted under the wing of the drone, which pioneered remote filming. The activities of the Huse Drone Unit was the forerunner of the “cruise missile, ” and now the unmanned observation planes. After this exciting and adventurous Navy life, Larry was put on inactive-reserve. He returned to his Clifton home and almost immediately, in January 1946, he enrolled at The University of Texas in Austin where he completed the requirements for two degrees by September 1948: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics - plus several Graduate courses. From UT Austin, Larry journeyed to “boom town” Houston seeking employment. He was hired as a sales rep on his first interview with National Cash Register Company (NCR). During his eight-plus years there he really learned the basics of selling, which served him well later in advertising, public relations, journalism, and lastly, real estate as a broker. In 1950, Larry was most fortunate to become one of four tenants in an exclusive apartment on Branard, the first and only in Houston with a swimming pool. This proved to be most magnetic and attracting to pretty girls, which led to the attraction of sports professionals and their celebrity friends. Jack Valenti, who became a very big celebrity himself, was Huse’s roommate for more than two years. Valenti is now president of the Motion Picture Association of America. After Jack, golf pro Howie Johnson moved into the BAC. Johnson was the champion amateur of Houston. When he decided to join the PGA Tour, Larry’s apartment was named “The Branard Athletic Club, Ltd.” (BAC). Official stationery listing officers, celebrities, and 20 PGA pro golfers headed up by Arnold Palmer gave the BAC world status. Billy Welu, the BAC bowling advisor, brought his pro bowling friends and celebrities to the BAC. Huse enjoyed great exposure in the gossip columns and was very active in the mainstream of Houston’s social, sporting, political, and civic activities. Sixteen years at the BAC and 47 in Houston were exciting and fun. Good, quality friendships over the years has evolved into three special heroes for Huse: Chris Schenkel, world-famous TV announced and broadcaster; Darrell Royal, legendary coach at the University of Texas; and Arnold Palmer, world-famous golf professional. For over 40 years, these “winners” have been true friends. They are genuine and unchanging! Lauris returned to his “home” in Clifton in June 1995. He immediately became a member of the Bosque County Historical Commission. He became a Patron of the Bosque Memorial Museum and the Bosque Conservatory. Lauris showed his pride in his Norwegian heritage by founding the Bosque County Chapter of the Norwegian Society of Texas. He named it, put together the Medlemsbok (member roster) and with the help of a most capable committee of women, created a chapter of over 200 members the first year! He was instrumental in the design of the chapter “logo” highlighting the Norse Church in its setting. Other important missions Huse accomplished include: (1) a granite marker commemorating the “17 Original Norwegian Settlers in Bosque County - 1854” located at the Norse Church cemetery entrance; (2) an Official Texas Historical Marker for “NORSE” located at its original site on FM 182; (3) cleaning, polishing, and relocating Cleng Peerson markers in more fitting locations. Lauris was preceded in death by his brothers, Terry (75) in 1985, Walter (74) in 1997; sisters Ruth Pierson (79) in 1994 and Lottie Brown (91) in 1997. Lauris was single and had no children by his brief marriage, but he is survived by over 85 nieces and nephews - great, great-great, and regular - plus a host of cousins, friends, and even some golfers among them. Pallbearers were Albert Symank, Elvis Aars, Charles Fergerson, Milton Grimland, Elmo Dansby, and Gilbert Barnett. Honorary Pallbearers were members of the Bosque County Historical Commission and members of the Bosque County Chapter of the Norwegian Society of Texas. Lauris is buried in the family plot, Lot 23, Space 4, at St. Olaf (Rock Church) cemetery just across Meridian Creek from his birthplace. T. Lauris “Larry” Huse penned most of his own obituary, leaving it for his friends and relatives.
Elizabeth Elliott Lewis Stout
Funeral services were held for Elizabeth Elliott Lewis Stout, 89, of Clifton on Monday, Nov. 24, 2003, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Norse with Pastor Pat Dietrich officiating, assisted by Pastor Beverly Blackman. Graveside services were held at Oaklawn cemetery in Corsicana later in the day. Stout was born on June 10, 1914, to A.G. and Elizabeth Pipes Elliott in Corsicana. She passed away on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003, at Goodall-Witcher Hospital in Clifton. Stout grew up in Corsicana where her father was a prominent banker. She graduated from Corsicana High School in 1932. In 1940, she married
Walter G. Lewis who preceded her in death in 1967. In 1971, she married
Dr. Walter C. Stout and moved to Ennis. Dr. Stout preceded her in death in 1976. She resided in Ennis until her move to Clifton in March 2003. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Arthur, Bill, and Dave Elliott, and her two husbands. Stout was an elder in the First Presbyterian Church of Ennis. She was also a member of the 20th Century Club in Ennis and the Kinsloe House in Corsicana. She enjoyed interior decorating, and was an employee of Interior Ideas in Ennis for 16 years. She is survived by her son, Walt Lewis and his wife, Jean, of Clifton; four grandchildren, Elizabeth Powers and Lendon Lewis, Laura Wingfield, and Andy Ralph; three great-grandchildren; one nephew and four nieces. Memorials can be made to Clifton Lutheran Sunset Home in Clifton or First Presbyterian Church in Ennis. Arrangements were made through Clifton Funeral Home in Clifton
Nelda Braune Saladino
Funeral services including a rosary were held for Nelda Braune Saladino, 85, of Waco on Friday, Nov. 28, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Chapel with Rev. David Leibham officiating. Saladino was born in Womack to Gus and Annie Braune April 13, 1918. She passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2003, at a Waco hospital. Saladino was raised on a farm in Womack and attended school there. She married
Tony Saladino in December 1936; he preceded her in death Nov. 24, 2002. She was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church.She was a great cook, homemaker and a great house keeper. As a young child, Saladino was stricken with polio, but in spite of her illness was still able to raise four children. She was also preceded in death by one great-great granddaughter Danielle Kettler of Hillsboro. Survivors include daughters, Eva Ann Corbo of San Antonio and Betty Kettler of Whitney; sons, Anthony Paul Saladino, Jr. and Patrick Saladino both of Waco; nine grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; and sisters, Hattie Schult of Mineral Wells and Inene Lester of Houston. Pallbearers will be Monsignor J. J. Kearns 4th Degree Assy. 1109. The family would like to give special thanks to Regent Care Center of Woodway. Memorials may be made to St. Louis Catholic Church or Reicher Catholic High School. The family invites friends and loved ones to leave a message or memory in funeral home’s “Memorial Guestbook” at (www.wilkirsonhatchbailey.com). Internment was at Holy Cross cemetery under the direction of Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home of Waco.
Mary Bethel Brul
A memorial service for Mary Bethel Brul, 90, of Clifton, was held Sunday, Nov. 23, 2003, at Clifton Lutheran Sunset Home, the Rev. Peter Diebenow and the Rev. Pat Dietrich officiating. Brul’s ashes will be interred next to her husband in Fairview cemetery, La Junta, Colo. She died Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2003, at Goodall-Witcher Hospital, following a brief illness. Brul was born in Dodge City, Kan., on July 9, 1913. Her family moved to La Junta, Colo. when she was five years old, where she resided until moving to Clifton in April 1999. She was member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Clifton, and was a resident of Clifton Lutheran Sunset Home at the time of her death. Brul was preceded in death by her husband, George Herbert Brul of La Junta, Colo.; a daughter, Nancy Louis Palo of Buena Vista, Colo.; and a son, Thomas David Berry of Raton, N.M. Survivors include Carl and Diane Brul of Clifton, Sylvia and Tom Frankmore of Creede, Colo., and Susan and Frank Reeves of Las Vegas, Nev. Brul also had eight grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Memorials may be made to Clifton Lutheran Sunset Home or Immanuel Lutheran Church. Clifton Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Eileen B. Norris
Funeral services for Eileen B. Norris, 84, of Richland Hills, were held Monday, Nov. 24, 2003, at Richland Hills United Methodist Church. Norris died Friday, Nov. 21, 2003, in North Richland Hills. Described by family as a loving wife, dear mother, grandmother, and a wonderful homemaker, she was born Dec. 7, 1918, in Perry, Iowa. She was a member of Richland Hills United Methodist Church, and a member of Alpha Xi Delta sorority. Norris is survived by her husband, Phillip E. Norris; sons Mark T. and wife Delores Norris of Irving, and Daniel and wife Cynthia Norris of North Richland Hills; daughter Nancy and husband Hank Read of Corpus Christi; brother Thurman and wife Lela Mae Biddison of San Marcos; sister, Jeanne Russell of Kissimmee, Fla.; grandchildren Buddy and wife Julianne Read, Lauraleith and husband John Newton, Phillip and wife Amy Read, and Deborah Norris; and great-grandchildren Marshall Read, Rebekah Read, and Matthew Newton. Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home, Colleyville, was in charge of arrangements.
Clara Knudson Sinderud Seljos
Funeral services were held for Clara Knudson Sinderud Seljos, 96, of Clifton on Monday, Nov. 17, at Clifton Lutheran Sunset Home Chapel with Rev. Pat Dietrich officiating. Seljos was born on Aug. 2, 1907 to John and Paulina Hanson Knudson in Norse. She passed away on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2003, at Goodall-Witcher Healthcare Foundation. She attended school in the Harmony community near Norse. She was married
twice: Norman Sinderud on Aug. 15, 1929, in Norse, and Selmer Seljos on March 12, 1966, in Clifton. Seljos worked at a processing plant in Meridian and a nurse’s aid at the Clifton Lutheran Sunset Home in Clifton for several years. Her church affiliation was with the Lutheran denomination. She attended services at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church at Norse, St. Olaf Lutheran Church at Cranfills Gap, and Trinity Lutheran Church in Clifton. Her hobbies included quilting, handwork, reading, working, and word puzzles. She loved church activities, and was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed her family. Preceding her in death were her parents; two husbands; daughter, Yvonne Murphy; two sisters; and five brothers. Survivors include son, Clinton; daughter-in-law, Betty Sinerud; son-in-law, Pat Murphy; sister-in-law, Delia Knudson; stepson Lloyd Seljos; eight grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Pallbearers were C.R. Sinderud, Kendall Sinderud, Terence Sinderud, Fred Clement, Jay Keeling, and Roger Murphy. Arrangement were made by Clifton Funeral Home in Clifton.
Hugh Richard Wynne
A memorial service for Hugh Richard Wynne, 88, will be held at 11 a.m. this Friday, Nov. 21, at First United Methodist Church, Clifton. Wynne died Nov. 15, 2003. He was born Sept. 8, 1915. He attained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern Methodist University at the age of 18. He was retired from Shell Chemical Corporation, where he attained the position of assistant chief engineer. In his retirement, he designed and built the family home on Lake Whitney. He loved music, and was a soloist in several church choirs. The family expressed its gratitude to Dr. Richard Spitzer and Clifton Lutheran Sunset Home for their loving care during Wynne’s last years. Wynne was preceded in death by his parents, William Herbert and Lila Gray Wynne; his wife, Margaret A. Wynne; and his sister, Argyle Calvin. He is survived by his daughter, Marigail Wynne; son H. Richard Wynne, Jr.; daughter-in-law Pat Wynne; and granddaughter Melissa Seay. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society.
Rosalie Johanna Gaskamp
Funeral services were held for Rosalie Johanna Gaskamp, 74, of Valley Mills on Saturday, Nov. 8, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Clifton, with Rev. Glenn E. Kramer officiating. Gaskamp was born on Aug. 1, 1929, to Albert and Anna (Haverland) Gaskamp in the Lanes Chapel Community of Bosque County. She passed away at the Clifton Care Center on Nov. 1, 2003. She attended school in Turnersville and Moshiem and lived in the Moshiem community all her life. Her church affliation was Lutheran. Her hobbies included sewing, quilting, gardening, and talking on the phone. She is preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Alfred Gaskamp, Leonard Gaskamp, and Lester Gaskamp. Surviviors include one brother, Monroe Gaskamp of Valley Mills, and three sisters, Alice Hartman of Taylor, Lenora Symank of Clifton, and Estella Thiele of Clifton. Pallbearers were Tommy Gaskamp, Curtis Symank, Brian Gaskamp, Stanley Gaskamp, David Hartman, and Marvin Thiele.
Thomas Glenn (Red) Cleveland
Funeral services for Thomas Glenn (Red) Cleveland, 70, of The Canyons, were held Friday, Feb. 13, 2004, at Clifton Church of Christ, the Rev. Ken James officiating. Interment
followed at Clifton Memorial cemetery. Cleveland died at home on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2004. He was born June 9, 1933, in Hollis, Okla., to Alvin Coy and Mary Lee Terrel Cleveland. On Feb. 19, 1957, he married
Nina Marie Thompson. The couple had three children. They lived in the Dallas area for many years before moving to The Canyons in Bosque County in 1982. He was a tool-and-die maker and a machinist, and also did carpentry work with his father as a boy and a young man. He served in the U.S. Navy, and was an avid hunter, fisherman, and gardener, and enjoyed watching football. He loved his family and friends, and enjoyed spending much time with them, right up until the time of his death. Cleveland was preceded in death by his parents, and by two brothers, Alva Lee Cleveland and Bobby Cleveland. He is survived by his wife, Nina Cleveland; daughter and son-in-law Brenda and David Snider; son and daughter-in-law Mark and DeeDee Cleveland; six grandchildren (Stormy, Wendi, Hayley, Kelsey, Chaz, and Michelle); one great-grandchild (Ethan {Boo Boo}); a brother, Larry Cleveland; four sisters, Jean Finney, Georgia Nell Woody, LaVon Webb, and Dianne Langley; and numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers were Freddie Garza, J.J. Garza, Jaimie Garza, Tim Hix, Doug Thiele, and Greg Miller. Clifton Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
