Recent Obituaries
Josiah Robert Woelmer
Feb 27, 2026
Josiah Robert Woelmer was given life by his Creator and was born on February 27, 2026 to David and Elizabeth Woelmer. That same day, he received the gift of Holy Baptism and was granted a holy death as the Lord took him home to rest in the arms of Jesus, where he awaits the resurrection of the dead.
“The Lord gave,...
Minnie Powell Bates
Feb 26, 2026
Sunrise: February 9, 1944
Sunset: February 26, 2026
With hearts full of love and gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the homegoing of Minnie Powell Bates, who peacefully entered eternal rest on Thursday, February 26,2026. Minnie was born on February 9, 1944, in Upton, Texas, to the late Rev. Lee Allen Powell and the late Ethel Mae Powell. Minnie was...
Howard Gene Schultz
Feb 24, 2026
Howard Gene Schultz of Round Rock, Texas passed away Tuesday, February 24th at the age of 92.
Howard was born in Smithville, Texas on April 24, 1933 to Emil “Cotton” and Elberta McAnaney Schultz.
Howard began his service to others at an early age. When he was in Junior High, he was a chaperone at the Smithville First Baptist Church Small Boys...
Amelia Soto
Feb 22, 2026
Amelia Soto went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 22, 2026, at the age of 70, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in El Salvador, Amelia later made the courageous journey to the United States, where she built a life centered on faith, family, and devotion to those she loved. She was a dedicated homemaker...
Gladys Jewel Hardy Meuth
Feb 22, 2026
Gladys Jewel Hardy Meuth of Rosanky, our loving Mother went home to be with the Lord at the age of 97 years on February 22, 2026. She often reflected that she had been blessed with a full and wonderful life, a happy marriage, and wonderful children. With a grateful heart, she cherished the family and memories that made her life...
Emily Rae Sauerbry
Feb 21, 2026
Emily Rae Sauerbry passed away February 21, 2026, at the ae of 83.
The family will celebrate her life privately.
Sharon Kay Paysse
Feb 17, 2026
Sharon Kay Paysse, born Sharon Kay Luck, passed away peacefully at her home in Smithville, Texas on February 17, 2026, at the age of 71. She was surrounded by family and loved ones, with life celebration music lovingly played by Swan Song as she was gently welcomed into the heavens.
Born on March 27, 1954, in Bastrop, Texas, Sharon was raised...
Martha Ann (Duty) Parker
Feb 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Martha (Duty) Parker of Manor. She went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 2, 2026, at the age of 65.
Born in La Grange, Martha was a bright light in the lives of everyone she met. She was known for her kindness, sense of humor...
Jerome Hubert Schoenwether
Jan 31, 2026
Jerome Hubert (Jerry) Schoenwether
Jerome Hubert (Jerry) Schoenwether was born on August 5, 1937, in Hancock, Minnesota to Hubert and Zerlina Schoenwether and went to Glory on January 31, 2026 at the age of 89 while at home surrounded by his family. Jerry lived his life well, crossed many milestones and accomplished most of the goals he set for himself. After...
Narlen Tompkins
Jan 28, 2026
Narlen Lloyd Tompkins, 55, of Smithville, Texas, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Smithville.Narlen was born on June 21, 1970, in Channelview, Texas. He spent most of his life in Smithville, a place he proudly called home and where he built his life, family, and lasting connections.Narlen is survived by his loving mother, Laverne Cooper; his wife, Elizabeth Raley;...
Nancy Ladd Borden
Jan 27, 2026
Nancy Ladd Borden, née Chandler, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, at Towers Nursing Home in Smithville, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. She was 88 years old.
Nancy was born on December 31, 1937, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Dwight Lamont Chandler and Frances Mae Chandler, née Smith. She grew up with a strong spirit and resilience that would guide...
Rilene Hubbard
Jan 22, 2026
Livia “Rilene” Hubbard, 78, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026. Rilene was born in Rotan Texas on June 4, 1947 to Troy and Empress Adams, as the first of three daughters. The family later moved to Kermit, Texas where Rilene attended school and graduated from the local high school in 1965. Rilene attended Odessa College. She worked for many...
George Vacek
Jan 20, 2026
George Theodore Vacek, Sr, 87, of Smithville, TX passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, after a full, happy, and meaningful life. He was born on September 1, 1938, in the family farmhouse to George and Mary Vacek. George grew up on the farm in a large family and was one of seven children. Life on a working farm meant...
Richard C. Royston, Jr.
Jan 17, 2026
Richard C. Royston Jr., 70, of Smithville, Texas, passed away on January 17, 2026.
Richard was born on July 17, 1955, in Smithville, Texas, to R.C. Royston and Dorothy Nell Lunday Royston. He was a proud graduate of Smithville High School and spent his life deeply rooted in the community he loved.
A hardworking and generous man, Richard built a life defined...
Patricia Ann Waneck
Jan 12, 2026
Patti Waneck passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, at 9:05 a.m. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, learning, and quiet grace that will continue to shape the lives of those who knew her.
Patti was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother—lovingly known as “Nana”—teacher, and friend. A lifelong educator, she believed deeply in the power of learning to shape...
Harvey Mitschke
Jan 12, 2026
Harvey Eugene Mitschke was called home by his Heavenly Father on January 12, 2026, peacefully passing in the presence of his loving children and reuniting with his beloved wife, Barbara Eileen Adamcik Mitschke.
Born on March 29, 1947, in Smithville, Texas, to Robert Alvin Mitschke and Mary Lena (Noack) Mitschke, Harvey grew up immersed in a close-knit family, surrounded by numerous...
Carlos Arturo Aguilar
Dec 28, 2025
Carlos Arturo Aguilar was born in San Angelo, TX on August 25, 1989 to Abel and Shelley Aguilar.
Carlos grew up in San Angelo, graduated from Lakeview High School and earned welding certifications from Howard College, San Angelo, TX. He used his musical and welding skills throughout Texas, eventually settling in San Marcos where he used his talents on drums and...
Keith Pipkin
Dec 26, 2025
Leslie Keith Pipkin of Smithville, TX was called to his eternal rest with his Lord and Savior on December 26, 2025. He was born on May 18, 1957 to H.O. “Sonny” Pipkin and Vinnie Jane Flowers Pipkin in Beaumont, TX; alongside his two brothers James Steven and Hubert Eric.
Keith was a deeply loved and respected husband and father, and spent...
Michael R. Creasey
Dec 26, 2025
Michael Rutledge Creasey, aged 82, of Smithville, TX, passed away on December 25, 2025.
Born in Waco, he was the son of the late Orville Creasey and Minnie Lee Rutledge Creasey. Michael graduated from William B. Travis High School in Austin in 1962. He spent his childhood in Waco and Austin, eventually settling permanently in Austin prior to his high school...
Frances Beth Slaughter
Dec 21, 2025
Frances Beth Slaughter passed away December 21, 2025 at the age of 89.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Oakwood Annex Cemetery in Austin, Texas.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to RIF (reading is fundamental) in loving memory of Frances Beth Slaughter.
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