VITAL STATISTICS Carter Kittelson Mata

Ervin Carter (US Army ret.) was born February 10, 1935, and died April 29, 2023.

Ervin was born in New Orleans Louisiana to Walter and Rose Lee Carter. He married Ruby Jean Barnes on April 4, 1964.

He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, siblings; Gloria Lee Carter and Helen Stewart, and children; Walter Fitzgerald Carter, Sandra Marie, Ervin Carter Jr., Barbara Jean, and Wayne Carter.

He is survived by his children Wesley Franklin Carter (Heather), William F. Carter, JoAnn Coleman, and James Carter. He is also survived by his siblings, Earl Junius, Mary Lee, Albert, Irish, Ophelia, Patricia, and Anderson, and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Ervin served in the US Army for 24 years. He served in Germany, Korea, Vietnam, and various bases around the United States.

After retiring from the Military Ervin and Ruby settled in Belmont TX where he was a dedicated member and Deacon for St. James Baptist Church.

His memorial service will be held Saturday, May 6, 2023, at 12 p.m. at St. James Baptist Church in Belmont Texas. The visitation will begin at 10 a.m. at the church the morning of the service. Interment will follow in Peaceful Hill Cemetery that adjoins the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas 78155, 830-549-5912

Luna

Isaiah Luna died April 28,2023 at the age of 27. Visitation will be held Thursday, May 4th from 4 to 6 pm at Eunice and Lee Mortuary Chapel. He is survived by his mother, Rosalinda Arratia,his father,Ernest Luna; siblings,Miranda Martinez, Alexis Luna, Nehemiah Luna;Grandparents,Rudy Martinez,Grace DeLeon,Richard Luna,and Dora Valdez. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO THE REVERENT CARE OF EUNICE AND LEE MORTUARY.

Donna Gay Kittelson, age 87 of Seguin, passed away on April 28, 2023.

Donna was born on July 22, 1935 in Green Ridge Missouri to Bessie (Embree) and Benjamin D. Bennettte.

Donna travelled with her husband, Clifford, who was a Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force, retiring after 22 years of dedicated service. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post #2329 in Tillicum, Washington, where she previously served as the secretary. She was able to travel to Washington to attend the VFW Post 90th anniversary celebration.

She loved working with kids in day schools, especially helping them with crafts. She loved crafting and making Christmas Gifts for all. Donna loved to travel, especially on cruises. A lover of country music, she would attend many concerts and loved to country western dance. Later in life she and her longtime companion, Howie Hayne, enjoyed concerts, sporting events and travelling.

Donna is preceded in death by her husband Clifford Kittelson, her parents and her brothers, Dean, Bill and Wayne Bennette. Survivors include her children, Steve Kittelson (Margarita), Vickie Kittelson Burns (Ken), Deborah Kittelson-Buck and Thomas Kittelson; grandchildren, Zach Burns, April Burns, Christopher Kittelson (Jhing), Patrick Kittelson, Rochelle Heller, Michelle Navarette (Gabe), James Hurley, Silvester Mendez, Jr. (Louisa Santiago), Margarita Woods (Tim), Matthew Mendez, David Mendez (Stephanie); 31 greatgrandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

A memorial service celebrating Donna’s life will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Terrell Harrison officiating.

A memorial service is planned for a later date in Washington, followed by interment in Willamette National Cemetery in Oregon.

Jose Ernesto Ramirez

Mata, 50, of La Grange, Texas, passed away on April 29, 2023. Jose was born on February 28, 1973, to Maria Mata and Jose Ramirez in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico.

He is preceded by his father, Jose Ernesto Ramirez Sr.

He is survived by his wife, Ester; his children, Johana Ramirez, Jose Ramirez Jr., Juan Angel Ramirez, Jonathan Ramirez, Denise Anaya, Izaiah Moreno, Roxanne Arenas, Justin Arenas, and Rene Orozco; his grandchildren; his mother, Maria Mata; siblings, Edgar Ramirez, Larry Ramirez, Linda Ramirez, Erica Ramirez, and Esmeralda Ramirez as well as nieces, nephews and numerous other family and friends.

Jose had an abundance of love for his grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them. He spent his time working in his tow truck, loved to attend car shows and ride in his favorite Harley or old school car with his wife, Ester.

The family would like to invite those who would like to attend Jose’s final cruise through Seguin on Friday, May 5, 2023. Lining up will start at 3:30 p.m. at the Palmer Mortuary parking lot. After the cruise, visitation will begin at 4:30 p.m. with the Holy Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

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