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Wilson County News in Floresville, Texas

12 Sep 2001

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Wilson County News

Location

Floresville, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 2001

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2

Remembering a true Texan hero Merrill Connally Sr.

Elaine Kolodziej recounts Merrill Lee Connally Sr. a tall Texan and hero who died September 4 2001 after a brief illness. The tribute notes his military service from private to captain including Bougainville Iwo Jima and Kingfisher flights and honors his work ethic and dignity. Connally was brother to Gov John Connally and friend to many in Wilson County Texas. His memorial service was held September 6 at Vinyard Funeral Home Floresville.

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Merrill Lee Connally Sr Vinyard Floresville Merrill Connally Hollywood Washington F.M. 536 Connally Merrill Mary Wilson County Texas John Connally United States Wayne Central Wilson County News Frank Vela Sr John B. Connally Vela Saddle Shop Mr. Con Gov. Connally Lone Johnson Lyndon, Baines Pacific Bougainville Buck Sgt Kingfisher Iwo Jima
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Memorial tribute to Merrill Connally Sr. at Floresville service

Janie Talamantez Martinez reads heartfelt memories of Merrill Connally Sr. at a Thursday memorial. She recalls his generosity, honesty, and support for Wilson County, the Connally ranch, and the community, noting his role in starting the USDA food program and his wide connections.

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Janie Talamantez Martinez
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