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B4 Thursday, October 12, 1995- Cmr State Austin American-Statesman Deaths and funerals Manslaughter charge filed after man dies in collision tion at Brackenridge Hospital, said a nursing supervisor. Guzman's bail was set at $25,000. Guzman was driving a westbound 1954 Chevrolet pickup with. out the headlights on in the eastbound lanes of Cesar Chavez when he struck Lepley's 1988 Tnvora three brothers; four sisters; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday.

October 14, 1995, at the ML Zion Baptist Church, 2938 East 13th Street in Austin. Texas, at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Services entrusted to King-Tears Mortuary, Inc. Ernestine Reubell Kinser Ernestine Reubell Kinser, age 89, died Tuesday, October 10, 1995.

Mrs. Kinser was born September 24, 1906, in Llano, Texas, and resided over 70 years in Austin. She was preceded in death by her husband, S. P. Kinser; and their oniy child, John Kinser, who died in Europe during World War II.

The family wishes to thank all her many friends for their support and compassion during her illness, especially Dr. Douglas Hudson, her physician and good friend of many years. The family also wishes to thank Dr. Mrs. Bush was a member of Faith United Methodist Church since 1958.

She was born to Walter A. Gregory and Mary F. Gregory on January 24, 1919, in Ranger, Texas. Pauline is survived by her husband of 59 years, Claude F. Bush: daughters, Eileen Wiggins and husband, Bob, and Paula Jean Bush; son, James Leroy Bush and Sally; eight grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; sister, Lola Faye Capodice; brothers, W.A., Charles, Leroy, Don and Dwain Gregory.

She was preceded in death by sisters, Evelyn Scoggins and Virginia Sanders; and brother, Frank Gregory. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 12. 1995, at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m.

Friday, October 13, 1995. at Harrell Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Reverend Paul Grout officiating. Interment in Forest Oaks Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation American-Statesman Staff A 23-year-old Houston man died Wednesday morning in a two-car collision at West Cesar Chavez and Guadalupe streets. Gordon Taylor Lepley IV was pronounced dead at 5:32 a.m.

at Brackenridge Hospital. Steve Guzman of 8210 Pax Drive, who was the driver of the car that collided with Lepley's car, has been charged with intoxication manslaughter, police said. Guzman, 39, was in good condi Call 416-5700 and enter 4-dlgit code: When death occurs 4400 The importance of planning 4401 Funeral prearrangement 4402 Children and death 4403 Veterans benefits 4404 Why have a funeral 440S Medicaid regulations 4404 Cremations 4407 Social Security 4408 Information courtesy FUNERAL HOME S. Lamar A Ben White A At II LL at 4435 FrontierTrail 11J-IJOO Complete Funeral Services A Cremation -rtiff' I i fT I WARM UP University of California at Berkeley in 1949, and her masters degree from Mc-Cormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, Illinois, in 1951. She was commissioned as a missionary by the National Council of Churches on March 15, 1957, and traveled through California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas, administering to the needs of the migrant farm workers.

Betty returned to San Diego in 1979 and was the Director of Senior Marketing a food purchasing co-op for seniors. She served on the Board of Directors of the North Park Community Association and was instrumental in the placing of the new North Park sign in 1986 as well as the restoration of the North Park Toyland Parade. She had just recently returned to San Diego after living in Texas for several years. Betty Jane is survived by her brothers, Victor Whitaker Jr. and William H.

Whitaker. A memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 14, 1995, at the North Park Baptist Church. Interment will be at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego, California. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the North Park Baptist Church, 3810 Bancroft, San Diego, California.

June D. Zinser June D. Zinser, 51, died October 10, 1995, at her residence in Galveston, Texas. She was born in Peoria, Illinois, February 7, 1944. She spent her childhood and adult life in Peoria, moving to Texas in 1983.

Prior to moving to Galveston in February of 1994, June was office manager for the Texas Association of Financial and Tax Specialists in Austin, Texas. June dedicated her life to her family and her work. She was continuing her career as an administrative secretary in Nursing Services Medical-Surgical for the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston when she became ill. June was a member of the Presbyterian faith. Shortly before her brief struggle with cancer began, June wrote these words in response to a query while participating in a personal development course: "When all is said and done, the most important things are love and respect" and "What I want people to remember about me is that I cared and shared." We will remember, June.

At June's request, her body will be cremated. She chose not to have a funeral or memorial service. In accordance with her wishes her family will welcome friends to celebrate her life at an informal open house at the home that she helped design at 2624 Sydnor Lane in Galveston on Sunday, October 15, 1995, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. June is survived by her husband, Richard C. Zinser of Galveston; son, Richard D.

Zinser of Austin; parents, Eleanor and James Darnell of Peoria, Illinois; brother, Jim Darnell and wife, Julie of Peoria; mother-in-law, Dorothy L. Zinser Carter of Durham, North Carolina; sister-in-law, Dona Z. Henderson and husband, Ed of Durham, North Carolina; nieces and nephews, Jamie Darnell, 'Jenna Darnell, Criss Henderson and Heidi Bays. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember June may make memorial gifts to the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, 301 University, Galveston, Texas 77554-0842 or to Hospice of Galveston County, 1708 N. Am-burn Road Suite Texas City, TX 77591-2436.

inrfc WMiiuinriciQ Get Pre-Season Savings on everything you need to keep warm and cozy. u. 1 Eula Lea Betts Eula Lea Betts died peacefully early Wednesday morning, October 11, 1995, with her family at her side. She was born September 21, 1910, and recently celebrated her ath birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband, Judge Charles O.

Betts, and by her six brothers and sisters and her parents, Mollie andl Adolph Kohn. She was a native Austinite and a life-long member of St. Martin's Lutheran Church. She graduated from Austin High School and the University of Texas School of Journalism. She was active in her community belonging to the Austin Women's Club, Austin Woman's Forum, and the Austin Heritage Society.

She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Hartzell and husband, Gary of Omaha, Nebraska; and her son. Charles A. Botts and his wife, Sylvia of Austin. She was blessed with grandchildren. Ruthanne Betts of Georgetown, Kristen and husband, Reverend Rob Adrian; and great-granddaughter, Hannah Ruth Adrian of McAlister.

Oklahoma; Genny Logan and husband, Scott Logan of Denver. Colorado; Greg Hartzell and wife, Janne and great-grandchild. Sarah of Omaha and Doug Hartzell of Los Angeles. Her Christian funeral service will be held at St. Martin's Lutheran Church on Friday, October 13.

1995. at 3:00 p.m. followed by a brief graveside service at Austin Park Cemetery with Reverend Samuel Zumwalt officiating and assisted by her grandson-in-law. Reverend Rob Adrian. Pallbearers will be Bill Brewer, Reverend Carl Schoss, Wade Ridley, Cecil Wolsch, Clarence Vilcoq, Lambuth Cox Jess Irwin Jr.

and John Betts. Honorary pallbearers will be Gladys Roach. Dodie Fitzgerald, Janie Lewis, Madeline WilliamsRosella Vilcoq, and Mary Ridley. The family expresses appreciation to her physician Dr. Scott Ream and her exceptional caregiver, Tammy McConley.

The family requests memorials be made in her memory to St. Martin's Lutheran Church or to the Charles 0. Betts Scholarship Fund at the University of Texas School of Law. Arrangements by Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home. 3125 N.

Lamar, 452-8811. Lt. Col. Leon Frank Bugh Lt. Col.

Leon Frank Bugh, retired Air Force officer, died at his home near McGregor on Tuesday, October 10, 1995. Memorial service with full military honors will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friday, at Waco Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Richard Koskela officiating. Lt. Col.

Bugh was born April 21, 1912, in Straight Creek, Kentucky. He married Julia Coble February 3, 1941. in Riverside, California. He served with honor during World War II. His assignments included helping train men to operate our first Early Warning Radar system, both in the United States and Hawaii.

Immediately after the war, he was sent to investigate war crimes in Japan. He later worked in the OS1 which led to setting up Operation Big Switch when prisoners were exchanged with Korea. He was proud of serving his country with honor. Col. Bugh retired in 1961 and made his home in Austin for 26 years.

He had lived on a ranch near McGregor for nine years. A son, John, preceded his father in death. Survivors include his wife, Julia Bugh of McGregor; sons, Larry Bugh of Austin, David Bugh of Austin, Frank Bugh of Waco, George Bugh of Fort Worth, Andrew Bugh of Piano, and Tim Bugh of Webster; daughter, Jeanine Bugh Wright of Monte Sereno, California; sister, Lucile White of Scroggins, Texas; and 12 grandchildren. Col. Bugh also loved and appreciated his six daughters-in-law and 12 grandchildren.

Heritage Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 135 South, Hewitt Exit 328 in Waco. 817-662-3430. mm 4 i' Mary Pauline Bush Mary Pauline Bush of Cedar Valley passed away Octoher 10, 1995, at 3:50 a.m. Molberg won't w- If FOR THE EST NIGHT'S SLEEP! Tired of getting up achy and exhausted because you couldn't find a comfortable position? American Massage Products fully Adjustable Bed with soothing Spheroid Massage will give you the best night's sleep you've ever had! 990-5131 1-800-444-5 13 1 THERAPEUTIC Mon -Fri.

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Kinser Scholarship Fund, Austin Board of Realtors. 4106 Medical Parkway, Austin, Texas 78756. Arrangements by Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, 3125 N. Lamar, 452-8811. Bennie Landers Jr.

Bennie Landers age 70, of Need-ville, Texas, formally of Wharton, died October 9, 1995, at his home. He was born October 26, 1924, in Dallas, Texas, to Bennie and Irene Carter Landers Sr. Mr. Landers lived in Wharton for 25 years. He was a retired school teacher He was a member of the Church of Christ, and was a veteran of World War II.

Funeral services will be in Wharton, Texas, Friday, October 13, 1995, at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Christ, L.K. Blvd. Graveside service will be Saturday October 14, 1995, at 1:00 p.m. in Austin, Texas, at Evergreen Cemetery.

Survivors include his daughters, Angela Humphrey of Needville, Texas, Karen Tribue and Linda Dunn and Sandra Hardeman of Austin, Texas, and Theresa Collins of Houstin, Texas; sons, Bennie Landers III of Needville, Texas, and Reginald Dunn I of Austin, Texas; brother, Micheal Rainey of Houston, Texas; and 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Michael Dunn Michael Dunn Cranston Sean Hardeman, Micheal Rainey, Darryl Humphrey Sr. and Christopher Hardeman. Pierce Boone Funeral Home, Wharton, Texas, 409-532-2881. Steven Lowell Spinner Steven Lowell Spinner, a former aide to U.S.

Senator Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass), who was particularly active in preparing job-training legislation, died on Wednesday, September 27, 1995, at his home in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He was 34. Mr. Spinner was a 1984 graduate of the Lyndon B.

Johnson School of Public Affairs. His career was devoted to fostering public-private partnerships in the area of workforce developement. He worked for the Governor's Office of the State of Texas from 1983-1985. Most recently Mr. Spinner was job-training advisor to Senator Kennedy and the U.S.

Senate Labor and Human Resources Committee where he played a key role in preparing landmark bipartisan job-training reform legislation now moving through Congress. Mr. Spinner is survived by his wife, Claire Brewer Spinner, formerly of Austin; a four year old daughter, Elissa; his parents, Joel and Rhoda Spinner; and his sister, Beth Sutherland. A memorial fund has been established at the LBJ School of Public Affairs. Contributions may be mailed to: The Steven L.

Spinner Memorial Fund at the LBJ School of Public Affairs, the University of Texas at Austin, Drawer Austin. Texas. 78713. Howard A. Taylor Howard A.

Taylor, formerly of McCandless, died in Austin, Texas, on Tuesday, October 10, 1995. Husband of Florence Dale; father of James D. Taylor of Champagne, Illinos, and Virginia Taylor Noble of Lansing, Michigan; grandfather of Megan and Brian Taylor and Keith Noble; brother of George and Edward Taylor and Gladys Parker. Friends received Friday 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

H.P. Brandt Funeral Home where services will be held on Saturday, 11:00 a.m. 1032 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15237. Betty Jane Whitaker Betty Jane Whitaker, a veteran of World War II died Thursday, October 5, 1995, in her home in San Diego. Born "November 30, 1923, she was 71.

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She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. A memorial gathering will be held Saturday, October 14, 1995, 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at 6509 Avenue Austin, Texas. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to' The Ma'ire Fogarty Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 33513, Austin, Texas 78764.

Austin Peel and Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Velma Atkinson Helgren Velma Atkinson Helgren born in Kenedy, Texas, September 27, 1915, to Frank and Dollie' Atkinson, died Tuesday, October 10, 1995. She married Carl Vernon Helgren in Runge, Texas, in 1934, and was a member of First Baptist Church in Lexington, Texas. Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, in the Colonial Chapel at Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Lamar location with Dr.

Ken Baldwin of Ban-nockburn Baptist Church officiating. Interment will be in Cook-WaldenCap-ital Parks. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Vernon Helgren parents. Frank and Dollie Atkinson; stepmother, Sarah Ella Atkinson; sister, Maxine Anthony; and brother, Cecil Atkinson. She is survived by her children, Patricia Shoemaker and husband, Bryan of Austin.

Vernon Helgren Jr. and wife, Susie of Refugio, Sharon Holder and husband, Don of Austin, Sandra Grimm and husband, Leroy of Giddings, Edwin Helgren and wife, Connie of Smithville; brother, Bailey Atkinson of Kenedy; sisters, Bernice Williams of Corpus Christi and Ann May of Victoria; 13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends. Cook- WalHon 6100 North Lamar ITdlUeil. 512454-5611 James Wesley Hewitt Sr. James Wesley Hewitt co-owner of "Dot's Place" restaurant in Austin, Texas, passed away on October 10, 1995.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy "Dot" Hewitt; one son, James W. Hewitt Jr. of Bastrop, Texas; one daughter, Jerald Dean Burns and son-in-law, Bobby Burns of Austin, Texas; his mother, Geneva Zachary; his grandmother, Sewilla Brown of Houston, Texas; his father and step-mother, Reverend and Mrs. Isaac Hewitt of Eagle Lake, Texas; seek Democratic uiui mi i i iii.ii iiiiimi iiajai mwp tt i i 1 i 4 II I flat sheet, fitted sheet, and 2 pillowcases -(TWIN has 1 pillowcase). Big selection of Solids and Prints.

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Services 1 p.m. Friday, Suggs Cemetery, Hearne. (Harrell) BIZZELL, Myrtle Pyle, 91, of Georgetown died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home, Goergetown.

Burial l.O.O.F. Cemetery, Georgetown. BLACKBURN, Albert 70, of Still-water, died Tuesday. Services 10:45 a.m. Friday, Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio.

(Harrell) BURCHELLE, Myrtle Ray, 85, of Kempner died Tuesday. Services were Wednesday. Burial Smith Cemetery, Kempner. (Briggs-Gamel-Wilcox, Lampasas) CAMPBELL, Joseph 49, of Austin died Wednesday. Services pending.

(Weed-Corley-Fish) CRENSHAW, Margarete Birdsong, 82, of Buchanan Dam died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Resthaven Memorial Park, Lubbock. (Waldrope-Hatfield-Haw-thorne, Kingsland) GREENE, Keith 54, of Florence died Wednesday. Services 2 p.m.

Saturday, First United Methodist Church, Florence. Burial Prairie View Cemetery, Bumet County. (Cook-Walden Davis Georgetown) HAWKINS, Elmo, 71, of Austin died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. Friday, Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Lamar location.

Burial Cook-WaldenCapital Parks. JAMES, Eunice, 92, of Liberty Hill died Wednesday. Visitation 6:30 p.m. today, Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Lamar location. Services noon Friday, Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Lamar location.

Burial Cook-WaldenCapital Parks. JOHNSON, Eileen, 60, of Austin died Monday. Services 3 p.m. Saturday, Cove-' nant Presbyterian Church. Burial 11 a.m.

Saturday, Cook-WaldenCapital Parks. (Cook-Walden, Lamar) KIDDER, Guadalupe Pito, 46, of Austin died Sunday. Services pending. (Phil-lips-Upshaw Richard) McQUEEN, Lottie Nell, 59, of Waco died Saturday. Services 11 a.m.

Friday, St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church. Waco. Burial Doris-Miller Memorial Park, Waco. (Little Sons, Waco) MILLER, Qulnton Newell, infant son of Laura and Tim Miller, of Round Rock died Monday.

Services 10 a.m. today, Woodlawn Cemetery, Houston. (Beck) SPENCER, Laurie, 70, of Austin died Monday. Services 2 p.m. Saturday, Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Lamar location.

WYLAND, Martha Morrow, 88, of Austin died Tuesday. Services 10:30 a.m. Friday, Westminster Presbyterian Church. Burial 3 p.m. Friday, Mission Burial Park South, San Antonio.

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Jim Chapman, D-Sulphur Springs, who may run for the U.S. Senate. 1 1 American-Statesman Capitol Staff I In a decision that leaves Bill White as the heavy favorite for the job, Dallas lawyer Ken Molberg announced Wednesday he will not seek the chairmanship of the Texas Democratic Party. Molberg, a State Democratic Executive Committee member since 1982, cited family obligations. i Bob Slagle, the current state Democratic chairman, announced Tuesday he will step down in December after the 62-member executive committee selects a replacement.

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