Galloway and Sons Funeral Home

01/08/2026

Lamon Leon Bennett, Jr.

Lamon Leon Bennett, Jr., 93, of George West, Texas, passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of January 5, 2026.

Lamon was born on October 8, 1932, in Marlin, Texas, to Lamon and Inez Bennett. He graduated from George West High School in 1950 and earned a degree in Range and Forestry from Texas A&M University in 1954, where he served as a Ross Volunteer. He later served in the U.S. Army and spent more than 35 years with Celanese in Bishop, Texas. His final assignment with Celanese was supervising the construction of a plastics plant in Taiwan.

Lamon was a member of George West Methodist Church, where he served in various leadership and volunteer roles. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. His primary volunteer work was the renovation of the Dobie West Performing Arts Theatre, which he helped restore into a functioning community theater. He also volunteered with Dobie Dichos, the Lions Club, and the George West Cemetery Association.

A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Lamon enjoyed tending his cattle, traveling abroad, and living in George West for more than 60 years.

Lamon is survived by his wife of 70 years, Elaine Probst Bennett; five children: Lynn Bennett (Debbie Williams), Cheryl Michalk (Dwight Michalk), Lori Desenberg (Dave Desenberg), DeAnn Seifried (Gary Seifried), and Amy Brace (Randy Brace); 16 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at George West Methodist Church in George West, Texas. Those wishing to honor Lamon’s Aggie roots may wear maroon.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to George West Methodist Church in his memory.

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01/03/2026

Happy Birthday Francisco!

01/02/2026

Russell L. Holloway

Russell L. Holloway, 72, passed away peacefully in his home in George West, Texas on December 28, 2025.

Russell was born on July 21, 1953, in Mercedes, Texas, the son of Russell Dale Holloway and Audrie (Cumbie) Holloway. He graduated from Harlingen High School in 1972. He married Susan Roesch on March 18, 2013, in George West, Texas. They were happily married for 12 years. Russell worked as a professional stagehand with multiple different companies throughout most of his adult life. He sincerely enjoyed working around the music and entertainment industry. He was also an avid motorcycle rider. His favorite activity was going on morning rides with his wife and his friends. Russell was a loving father and friend to many.

Preceding Russell in death was his father, Russell Dale Holloway.

Remaining to cherish Russell’s memory are spouse Susan Holloway; children, Lee Holloway, Scott Eryou, Gerilee Holloway, Millie Bedard, James Holloway-Andreatos, Mark Andreatos and Audrie Michelle Andreatos; grandchildren, Elvis Eryou, Kennedy Puente, James Costa Andreatos, Cannon Griffin Andreatos, Georgia Marie Andreatos, Wiley Buck Bedard and Barron Boaz Bedard; his mother, Audrie Holloway; brothers, Dicky Holloway and Dennis Holloway; nieces, Laura Rapstine, Jennifer Holloway, Jamie Alexander and Kellie Workman; as well as many friends.

Visitation will be held from 12 to 1 p.m. Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Galloway & Sons Chapel in George West followed by the funeral service at 1 o’clock. Timothy Goins will officiate.

Russell will be laid to rest in the George West Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Mike Elder, Kevin Mattison, Nuno Perez, Lee Holloway, Howard Smith and Lonnie Jordan.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Lane McClelland, Hunter Powell and John Rapstine.

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01/02/2026

Clayton "Clay" Charles Myers

Clayton “Clay” Charles Myers, 64, of Refugio, Texas, passed away December 27, 2025.

Clay was born on October 15, 1961, in Beeville, Texas, to William Amos “Bill” Myers III and Sara Nan (Gray) Myers. He was the youngest of four brothers and spent his childhood growing up on the family ranch in Blanconia, Texas. Clay attended Beeville ISD and later moved to Refugio. In Refugio, Clay lived with his family and worked for Fesco Ltd. for 27 years. Clay will be remembered for his good-natured manner, humor and love of the Frio River.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers, John Myers and Michael Myers.

Survivors include his daughter, Madeline (Timothy) Flosi; his granddaughters, Willa and Lucille; a brother, Roger (Suzanne) Myers; two nieces and one nephew; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

Visitation will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Friday, January 9, 2026, at Galloway & Sons Funeral Home in Beeville.

The funeral service will be conducted in the chapel at Galloway & Sons Funeral Home at 2 p.m., Saturday, January 10, 2026, with Pastor David Parks officiating.

Burial will follow at the Blanconia Cemetery in Blanconia, Texas.

Pallbearers will be Monte Sternadel, Dustin Myers, Ray McGuill, Jack Henning, Corey Schneider, Timothy Flosi and Andrew McGuill.

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01/01/2026

Happy New Year!

12/31/2025

Lawrence Darwin Beasley

Lawrence “Bubba” Darwin Beasley, 75, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Beeville, Texas on December 27, 2025.

Bubba was born March 17, 1950, in Beeville, to Nance Beasley and Aggie Rae (Roy) Beasley. After high school graduation from A.C. Jones High School in 1969, he went on to earn an associate’s degree in business administration, paving the way for a distinguished career in aviation with contract civil service. He also proudly served in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank of E-4 Sergeant, and in the United States Army, reaching the rank of SP4. These achievements serve as a testament to his unwavering dedication and commitment to service.

Bubba was an avid sports lover, always eager to watch high school and professional sports games. Fishing was another cherished pastime, allowing him to enjoy the tranquility of nature. Among his many interests, he was known for his impressive collection of memorabilia, particularly his extensive collection of elephant statues, pictures and figurines.

His generous spirit was evident in his devotion to charitable causes, making contributions to various organizations throughout his life. Bubba was a longtime member of Jones Chapel United Methodist Church. He had a particular fondness for family gatherings, where he enjoyed sharing his love of card games and passing down his knowledge to younger generations.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Nance and Aggie Beasley, and his sister, Anne Roy.

A devoted family man, Bubba cherished his relationships with his loved ones, including his sisters, Shirley Jefferson of Beeville and Nancy Brown of Austin, as well as his brothers, Scott Beasley of Hollywood and Darryl and Mark Dana Beasley, both of Austin. He will also be missed by his numerous nieces and nephews, Veronica Howard, Monica (JP) Parks, Craig (Angie) Jefferson, Jay Brown, Farrah Brown, Bryan Beasley, Alyssa Beasley, Madison Beasley and Sydney Beasley, along with a host of grand-nieces and grand-nephews, other family members and friends.

Visitation will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, January 12, 2026, at Galloway & Sons Funeral Home in Beeville with a funeral service at 10 o’clock officiated by Pastor Oliver Greer.

Bubba will be laid to rest at Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery in Corpus Christi at 1 o’clock that afternoon with Pastor Sheree Weller officiating.

Pallbearers will be Mark Beasley, Darryl Beasley, Craig Jefferson, Bryan Beasley, Jarrod Howard and Mike Wilson.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Julius Farris, Stanley Farris, Juan Cano, Robert Robinson, George Benavides and Walter Harvey.

A repass will follow at 3 p.m. at Jones Chapel United Methodist Church in Beeville.

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12/31/2025

As this year comes to a close, we pause to remember the lives we’ve honored and the families we’ve served. Thank you for trusting us with what matters most.

12/29/2025

Christobal "Chris" G. Garcia

Christobal “Chris” G. Garcia, 70, of San Antonio, Texas passed away December 23, 2025, in a San Antonio hospital.

Chris was born October 12, 1955, in Beeville to Louis P. Garcia and Isabel (Gonzales) Garcia. He attended Our Lady of Victory Catholic School and A.C. Jones High School. He was employed at the two local movie theaters, The Rio and Rialto, as a projectionist. Later in his professional life, he became a truck driver, exemplifying his hardworking nature and determination.

One of Chris's passions was his commitment to his faith and service. He faithfully served as an usher at Sunday Mass, bringing a warm presence to the congregation. Additionally, he dedicated time to serve meals for the homeless, reflecting his compassionate heart and desire to help those in need. He also enjoyed watching the show "Walker Texas Ranger," which brought him joy and entertainment.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents and a sister, Maria Isabel Pearson.

Left behind to cherish fond memories include his sister, Teresa (Jesse) Sanchez of San Antonio; and several nieces and nephews.

Services are scheduled for a later date.

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12/29/2025

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12/28/2025

John Casey Campbell

John Casey Campbell, 54, passed away at his home in Three Rivers, Texas December 13, 2025.

Casey was born August 12, 1971, in Victoria, Texas, to John N. Campbell and Peggy Hester. He was a 1989 graduate of Three Rivers High School and furthered his education at Sul Ross University. He later attended horse shoeing school in Oklahoma as well as truck driving and welding school. He was a fair amateur western artist, drawing pictures in his free time and was a member of the Methodist church.

Professionally, he was a cowboy through and through and a horse trainer who loved breaking and training horses. He was known as the horse whisperer because of the connection he had with horses. Casey was a loving father and very proud of his daughter, Darla. He was a fun-loving guy, always had a ready smile and a willingness to help anyone in need. He will be missed immensely by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, John N. Campbell, and grandparents, Hank and Fay Hester and Charles and Doris Campbell.

Survivors include his loving daughter, Darla Fay Campbell; his mother, Peggy (Gordon) Benham; and his brother, Cody (Mary Margaret) Campbell.

Services will be private.

Memorial donations in Casey's name may be made to the Pawnee Methodist Church, P.O. Box 514, Pawnee, TX 78145.

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12/28/2025

Elizabeth Ann LeBlanc

Elizabeth Ann LeBlanc, 91, passed away peacefully at her home in Swinney Switch, Texas December 20, 2025, lovingly surrounded by her family.

Elizabeth was born November 10, 1934, in St. Martinville, Louisiana, to J. Andre Bienvenu and Bibiane (Cormier) Bienvenu. She was a proud graduate of Our Lady of Mercy High School and earned her bachelor’s degree from SLI of Lafayette College. Her career as a grocery store clerk allowed her to connect with many people, and she was known for her warm smile and genuine care for the customers she served. She touched the lives of many throughout her life with her kindness, loving spirit and dedication to family. A devout member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Mathis, Elizabeth was deeply involved in her church community and took pride in her strong faith. She loved her family, gardening, wildflowers and eating crawfish.

In addition to her parents, Elizabeth was preceded in death by her brother, Andre Bienvenu Jr.; two sisters, Lilly Harper and Sigrid Taraldsen; and a son, Chris Mark LeBlanc.

Left behind to cherish fond memories include her five beloved children, Allen (Judy) LeBlanc, Liz (Byron) Jones, Robert (Jan) LeBlanc, Anita (Ken) Bowles and Paul LeBlanc. She also leaves behind an incredible legacy through her 17 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren who will remember her with love and affection.

Visitation will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday, January 3, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Mathis with a Rosary to be recited at 12 o’clock. The funeral Mass celebration will follow at 12:30 p.m. with Father Francis Medanki officiating.

Pallbearers will be Derek LeBlanc, Justin Anderson, Terry Jones, Michael LeBlanc, Robert LeBlanc, Andrew Bowles and Jackson LeBlanc.

An inurnment ceremony will be held at a later date at St. Martinville, Louisiana.

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12/27/2025

Rene Diaz

Rene Diaz, a beloved lifelong resident of Three Rivers, Texas, passed away in San Antonio on December 23, 2025, at the age of 62. Born on May 13, 1963, in Three Rivers, to Daniel Diaz and Ofelia (Garcia) Diaz, he was a proud graduate of Three Rivers High School and dedicated his life to the construction industry as a carpenter, a profession in which he took great pride. His favorite role was being a wonderful father and an adoring grandpa to his son and grandson.

Rene was a cancer survivor who fought bravely for three years before entering a year of remission. Throughout his life, he found joy in simple pleasures. He had a green thumb and loved working in his yard, often watching the wildlife on his property. He enjoyed socializing and attending the Coffee Club to catch up on gossip from his sisters, cousins and friends. In addition, he cherished his vast collection of DVDs and enjoyed watching them repeatedly. He also found joy in family outings to Ching Ching's.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Ofelia Diaz; his brother-in-law, Foxie Moya; and his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Survivors include his cherished son, Arick (Leslie) Diaz, and his beloved grandson, Hayzen Diaz. He leaves behind two sisters, Elda Moya and Becky (George) Lopez; four brothers, Fernando (Sylvia) DeLeon, Francisco DeLeon, Freddie Diaz and Danny (Rebecca) Diaz; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and his partner of 25 years, Lydia Harrin.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 29, 2025, at Galloway & Sons Funeral Home in Three Rivers with a Rosary led by Father Romeo Salinas at 7 o’clock.

The funeral service will be conducted there at 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 30, with Father Romeo Salinas officiating.

Burial will follow in the Three Rivers Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Chendo Moya, Danny Diaz, Gilbert DeLeon, Lucas Diaz, Brandon Harrin, Johnny Saenz, George Saenz and Adam Martinez.

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