Tomasa Valadez1

Female, #40774, (6 Oct 1931 - 26 Oct 2007)
Name Variation She was also known as Tommie.2 
Birth*6 Oct 1931 Tomasa was born at Lancaster, Los Angeles Co., California, on 6 Oct 1931. Tommie was the daughter of Marcos and Simon Valdez.2 
Marriage*15 Dec 1952 She married Harvey Edwin Culpepper on 15 Dec 1952 at age 21.2 
Married Name15 Dec 1952  As of 15 Dec 1952, her married name was Culpepper.2 
Birth of Son27 Aug 1954 Her son John Edward Culpepper was born on 27 Aug 1954 at Mojave, Kern Co., California.3 
Death of Spouse5 Apr 1976 Her husband Harvey Edwin Culpepper died on 5 Apr 1976 at Mojave, Kern Co., California.4,5 
Death*26 Oct 2007 She died at Mojave, Kern Co., California, on 26 Oct 2007 at age 76.2 
Burial*1 Nov 2007 Her body was interred on 1 Nov 2007 at Mojave Public Cemetery, Mojave, Kern Co., California.2 
Obituary*1 Nov 2007 Tomas (Tommie) Brenda Culpepper of Mojave passed away peacefully at her home October 26 (2007). She was born on October 6, 1931 in Lancaster to Marcos and Simon Valadez. Tomasa was united in marriage to Eddie Culpepper on December 15, 1952.
     As well as working as a waitress, she was the cafeteria manager for the Mojave Unified School District for 25 years. She greatly enjoyed her service to the Elks Lodge of Mojave. She enjoyed traveling and going to Mojave High School football games, and she was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys.
     Preceding her in death are her parents, her beloved husband Harvey; her sister, Ruth; and her brother, Manual. Survivors include her children: John and Kathleen Culpepper of Tehachapi, Harvey and Jolene Culpepper of Elizabethtown, KY, and Cindy and Donny Moore of Mojave; sisters, Esther, and husband Manual Trevino of San Antonio, TX, Margie, and husband, John Terry of Mojave, and Rita and husband, Bob Wyler of San Jacinto, CA; brothers Tony and wife, Elaine Valadez of San Ysidro, CA, John (and companion, Gail) Valadez of Mojave, CA, Philip Valadez of Mojave, CA, Michael (and companion, Dee) Valadez of Mojave, CA, Victor Valadez of Mojave, CA,and Jesse and wife, Tatiana Valadez of Mojave, CA; brother-in-law, Wayne Culpepper, sisters-in-law, Barbara Hogg and Doris Frasier of Los Angeles, and Nelda Dunman of Texas.
     Tomasa was blessed with eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and a large extended, loving family. The family would especially like to thank Jackie Schippie for the friendship and loving care she took making Tommie's hair beautiful every week, and for her special neighbors who watched over one another.
     A visitation was held on Wednesday, October 31, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Stickley Mortuary Chapel, 2201 Inyo Street, Mojave. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Nov. 1, at 10 a.m. at Crossroads Four Square Church, 16518 Holt Street, Mojave, with burial following the funeral at Mojave Public Cemetery.2 

Family

Harvey Edwin Culpepper
Marriage*15 Dec 1952 She married Harvey Edwin Culpepper on 15 Dec 1952 at age 21.2 
Children
Last Edited5 Nov 2007

Citations

  1. E-mail written 2000-2011 to Warren Culpepper from Patrick John Culpepper (#38884), Salt Lake City, UT, e-mail address.
  2. E-mail written 2000-2011 to Warren Culpepper from Patrick John Culpepper (#38884), Salt Lake City, UT, e-mail address.
    Obituary of Tomasa 'Tommie' Brenda Valadez Culpepper (newspaper not identified).
  3. Center for Health Statistics / California Department of Health Services, compiler, California Birth Records, 1905-1995, Online database at Ancestry.com, 2005.
    http://www.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=5247
  4. U.S. Social Security Administration, compiler, Social Security Death Index (SSDI), Online database at Ancestry.com.
    http://www.ancestry.com/search/rectype/vital/ssdi/main.htm
  5. State of California Department of Health Services / Center for Health Statistics, compiler, California Death Index, 1940-1997, Online database at Ancestry.com, 2000.
    http://www.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=5180

John Edward Culpepper1

Male, #40777, (27 Aug 1954 - 31 May 2016)
Father*Harvey Edwin Culpepper
Mother*Tomasa Valadez
Birth*27 Aug 1954 John was born at Mojave, Kern Co., California, on 27 Aug 1954.2 
Death of Father5 Apr 1976 His father Harvey Edwin Culpepper died on 5 Apr 1976 at Mojave, Kern Co., California.3,4 
Marriage*say 1979 He married Kathleen A. (?) say 1979.5 
Death of Mother26 Oct 2007 His mother Tomasa Valadez died on 26 Oct 2007 at Mojave, Kern Co., California.5 
Death*31 May 2016 He died at Kern Co., California, on 31 May 2016 at age 61.6 
Obituary*5 Jun 2016 On May 31, 2016, surrounded by his loving family and a host of angels the Lord came to take John on his final journey home.

John was born to his loving parents, Edwin and Tomasa Culpepper, on August 27, 1954, in Mojave, CA. He was blessed with a wonderful childhood that he shared with his brother, Harvey, and sister, Cindy; grandparents; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

John loved sports and played numerous sports including football in high school and at Antelope Valley College. He also enjoyed all music and played the saxophone in school.

In June of 1983, John was blessed with the birth of his son, Curtis, and also began his career with the Department of Corrections.

John was promoted to Correctional Sergeant in 1992, and would also meet the love of his life, Kathleen Weissbach-Vietti, on June 1, 1992. Together they would blend their children, Curtis Culpepper, and Paula and Joshua Vietti on January 2, 1993, and start a love story full of adventure.

John enjoyed bowling and golfing with his buddies, and was an avid Oakland Raiders fan. Little did he know he married a loyal Denver Broncos fan. Football season in their home was extremely entertaining when the two teams squared off.

John and Kathleen traveled extensively over the next 23 years. They enjoyed six trips to Europe, including five general audiences with the Popes, eight cruises, over 50 concerts and so many trips all over the United States. John also loved his trips to casinos.

In 2000, John was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, but together they chose to make lemonade out of lemons. Through Parkinson's and 13 surgeries, and so many challenging medical crises, together they pressed on, inspired by their faith in God, love for one another, and their family and friends.

It was John's honor to serve as a Grand Knight of St. Malachy Catholic Church of Tehachapi, as well as a 4th Degree Knight.

John was an amazing son, nephew, brother, uncle, Correctional Sergeant, Grand Knight, husband, father, and a cherished Papa, and a loyal friend. Heaven has gained a bright shining star.

He will be forever in the hearts of his wife and soul mate, Kathleen; children, Curtis (Celise), Paula (Tim), and Josh. Also his nine grandchildren, Dakota (Jesse), Zoe and Estie Vietti, Taylor, Zachary and Dillon King, Adrian, Audrianna and Amelia Culpepper; his three great-grandchildren, Bryson, Christian and Audrey Lynn Ann Torres, all of whom adored him and called him "Papa John." John was a wonderful brother who loved his siblings, brother, Harvey (Jolene) Culpepper of Elizabethtown, KY, and sister, Cindy (Donny) Moore of Mojave, CA.

Also left to mourn his passing are in-laws, Carol Davis of Bakersfield, Laura Lee and James Kirkley of Arvin; his special Vietti family of Arvin; the Dominguez, Corral, and Madden families of Tehachapi; and dearest friends, Denise Patton, Andy, Steve, Bob, George, and Les; and oh, so many others. To know John was to love him.

We will forever be thankful for the amazing care given to him by Dr. Susan Cribbs and all of the caring staff of Oak Tree Medical Group; Kmart Pharmacy; Stephanie; and Floor 6 of Memorial Hospital.

John was cared for at home by Kathleen and his family with the help of Tracy from Optimal Home Health; and Loretta, Mary, and Laura from Optimal Hospice.

We are eternally thankful for all the prayers offered for John by his friends, our church family, and Father Mark Maxon.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2016, at the Wood Family Funeral Service Chapel from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A Vigil Service and Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday, June 9th, at 6:30 p.m., at St. Malachy Catholic Church. The Mass of the Resurrection and celebration of his life will also be at the church on Friday, June 10th, at 10:00 a.m. Interment and the Rite of Burial will follow at Tehachapi Public Cemetery - Westside.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John's name to Los Angeles Children's Hospital, 4650 West Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027, where his granddaughter, Taylor, and great-granddaughter, Audrey, are receiving ongoing care for chronic conditions.

Rest in peace, Papa John, where we know you are in God's hands, pain free and whole again...6 
ChartsRobert Culpepper Jr. of Lower Norfolk Co., VA: Descendant Chart
Last Edited21 Jun 2016

Citations

  1. E-mail written 2000-2011 to Warren Culpepper from Patrick John Culpepper (#38884), Salt Lake City, UT, e-mail address.
  2. Center for Health Statistics / California Department of Health Services, compiler, California Birth Records, 1905-1995, Online database at Ancestry.com, 2005.
    http://www.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=5247
  3. U.S. Social Security Administration, compiler, Social Security Death Index (SSDI), Online database at Ancestry.com.
    http://www.ancestry.com/search/rectype/vital/ssdi/main.htm
  4. State of California Department of Health Services / Center for Health Statistics, compiler, California Death Index, 1940-1997, Online database at Ancestry.com, 2000.
    http://www.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=5180
  5. E-mail written 2000-2011 to Warren Culpepper from Patrick John Culpepper (#38884), Salt Lake City, UT, e-mail address.
    Obituary of Tomasa 'Tommie' Brenda Valadez Culpepper (newspaper not identified).
  6. Obituary of John E. Culpepper, published in Bakersfield Californian on June 5, 2016.

Pierce Wolfenberger

Male, #40782, (24 Nov 1868 - 8 Jul 1946)
Birth*24 Nov 1868 Pierce was born at Bastrop Co., Texas, on 24 Nov 1868. 
Marriage*8 Nov 1896 He married Sallie Glass at Cedar Creek, Bastrop Co., Texas, on 8 Nov 1896 at age 27. 
1930 Census*1 Apr 1930 Pierce was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Bastrop Co., Texas.1 
Death*8 Jul 1946 He died at Bastrop Co., Texas, on 8 Jul 1946 at age 77. 
Burial*9 Jul 1946 His body was interred on 9 Jul 1946 at Wolfenberger Cemetery, Bastrop Co., Texas.2 
Obituary*Jul 1946 SERVICES HELD FOR LIFE LONG RESIDENT
     Friends of Pierce Wolfenberger were saddened last week when they learned of his death, which occurred, following a lingering illness, on Monday afternoon, July 8, about 6 o'clock.
     Mr. Wofenberger was born November 24, 1868, about 10 miles from Bastrop, and has lived here all of his life. His parents were Charles and Mary Wolfenberger.
     On November 8, 1896, at Cedar Creek, he was married to Miss Sallie Glass. They made their home near Bastrop, where they reared two lovely daughters. He was a member of the Baptist Church.
     Surviving him are his widow and two daughters, Mrs. Winnie Culpepper and Miss Margaret J. Wolfenberger; one sister, Miss Mary Lee Wolfenbarger; one brother, George Wolfenberger, all of Bastrop.
     Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon, July 9, at 5 oclock, with Rev. John Allen officiating, and he was laid to rest beneath a mound of beautiful flowers in the Wolfenberger Cemetery.
     Pall bearers were Frank Wolfenberger, Cedar Creek; Charlie Pierce Wolfenberger, Nolan Glass, Henry Glass, bill Glass, all of Bastrop, and Laurence Miller, Austin Friends and relatives from out of town who paid their last respects were A. H.Murchison and family, H. L. Reeves and family, Mr and Mrs I J Jackson, Mr and Mrs Wallace Glass, Dick Glass, Mrs Murrell Gladney, Mr and Mrs Horace Glass and Mrs Bud Carroll all of Austin; Mrs Ray Brandon, Albany; Mrs J R Taylor, Smithville; Mrs Lula Nell Bays, Cuero; and Mrs M D Dinges, Houston.2 

Family

Sallie Glass
Child
Last Edited10 Jul 2008

Citations

  1. 1930 Federal Census, United States.
    ED 19, page 9B, Walnut Creek at Bastrop Road, Bastrop Co., TX
    Owns Home, Radio=N, Farm=Y
    Pierce Wolfenberger, Head, M, 61, M,, md @28, Stock Farmer, TX/TX/TX
    Sallie Wolfenberger, Wife, F, 54, M, md @21, TX/TN/TN
    Jewel Wolfenberger, Dau, F, 11, S, TX/TX/TX
    Winnie (Wolfenberger) Culpepper, Dau, F, 27, M, md@27, TX/TX/TX
    Lowell Culpepper, Son-in-Law, M, 26, M, md@26, TX/TX/TX, Farmer.
  2. Bastrop Advertiser, July 1946.

Sallie Glass

Female, #40783, (say 1872 - before 1946)
Birth*say 1872 Sallie was born say 1872. 
Marriage*8 Nov 1896 She married Pierce Wolfenberger at Cedar Creek, Bastrop Co., Texas, on 8 Nov 1896. 
Married Name8 Nov 1896  As of 8 Nov 1896, her married name was Wolfenberger. 
1930 Census1 Apr 1930 Sallie was listed as Pierce Wolfenberger's wife on the 1930 Census at Bastrop Co., Texas.1 
Death*before 1946 She died at Bastrop Co., Texas, before 1946. 

Family

Pierce Wolfenberger
Child
Last Edited25 Nov 2000

Citations

  1. 1930 Federal Census, United States.
    ED 19, page 9B, Walnut Creek at Bastrop Road, Bastrop Co., TX
    Owns Home, Radio=N, Farm=Y
    Pierce Wolfenberger, Head, M, 61, M,, md @28, Stock Farmer, TX/TX/TX
    Sallie Wolfenberger, Wife, F, 54, M, md @21, TX/TN/TN
    Jewel Wolfenberger, Dau, F, 11, S, TX/TX/TX
    Winnie (Wolfenberger) Culpepper, Dau, F, 27, M, md@27, TX/TX/TX
    Lowell Culpepper, Son-in-Law, M, 26, M, md@26, TX/TX/TX, Farmer.

Wendy Lanell Harper1

Female, #40796, (1982 - 1982)
Death*1982 She died at Dallas, Dallas Co., Texas, in 1982. 
Birth*1982 Wendy was born at Dallas, Dallas Co., Texas, in 1982. 
Last Edited25 Nov 2000

Citations

  1. Loretta Meyer, Carlsbad, NM, 2000 report, Loretta Meyer, Carlsbad, NM, to Lew Griffin, 2000.