Frank Barta, 97, of Gonzales, Texas passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2014 at The Heights of Gonzales in Gonzales, Texas. Graveside Services are under the direction of Buffington Funeral Home in Gonzales, Texas and will be held on Monday, November 24, 2014 at 10:00 am at the City of Luling Cemetery in Luling, Texas with Pastor Kara Hairell officiating. There will be a visitation from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm at the Buffington Funeral Home Chapel in Gonzales, Texas. Frank was born on March 26, 1917 in Gonzales County, Texas. He was the son of Frank and Aloise (Maletek) Barta. Frank joined the U.S. Army on July 12, 1941. He served overseas in 8 battles and campaigns, and was the recipient of 5 Bronze Stars, 1 Bronze Arrowhead, and 1 Bronze Star with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, as well as other Service Medals. After he returned home, he met Eunice Marie Nance, and they were married on November 5, 1951. Frank was employed by, and retired from GVEC in Gonzales, Texas. He was also a Farmer/Rancher, and enjoyed caring for his animals. Frank is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; Frank and Aloise Barta, his wife; Eunice Marie Barta, four brothers and two sisters. Pallbearers will be; Max Barta, Scott Barta, Rodney Barta, Jimmy Barnick, Lorne Barta, and Tristan Barta. Honorary pallbearers will be; Marvin Barta, Adolph Barta, Jr., Wayne Spahn, Charles Benes, Frank Baumann, and Bud Corbett. To join the family in celebrating Frank s life and to sign the online guest book, please go to: www.buffingtonfuneralhomegonzales.com