Recent Obituaries

Feb 3, 2024

Wayne D. (David) Johnson was born on September 16, 1932 in Hornbeak, Tennessee, the son of Lewis and Alliene Johnson. He died on February 3, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. He is predeceased by his brothers, Robert, Garth and Harry, and his sisters, Beth and Ann. He is also predeceased by his son James David (Jimmy) Johnson and his wife...

Jan 31, 2024

In Cherished memory of our beloved Mary Ann Hollowell: Significant Other, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and friend.

Ms. Hollowell passed peacefully at her home outside of Smithville, Texas on January 31, 2024. 

She was born September 24, 1940 in Commerce, Texas to Royce Gaylon and Doris Hollowell. 

She devoted part of her life to the profession of nursing, caring for and comforting others, as...

Jan 28, 2024

Alvin August Janecek was born in Kirtley, Texas on November 1, 1939, to Alvin Willie Janecek and Elsie Ann Hofferek Janecek. Alvin graduated from Smithville High School Class of 1959. After graduating Alvin met the Love of his life Nancy Haschke. They were married December 2, 1961, at St Paul Catholic Church in Smithville and were happily married 62 years....

Jan 17, 2024

David Russell Fuqua passed away peacefully at his home in Smithville on January 17, 2024, at 76.  

Dave was born on November 18, 1947, in Corpus Christi, Texas,  to Mary Ester Russell Fuqua and Joseph Ephraim Fuqua. A wily and adventurous youth, he raced hydrofoil speed boats, guided offshore fishing expeditions,  and was an Eagle Scout. After graduating from W.B....

Jan 14, 2024

Can't wait to be in the presence of my Lord

Can't wait to hear the choir of angels sing

Can't wait to be reunited with my loved ones

Can't wait to get to Heaven.

 

 

Carolyn (Pyper) Koopman was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on August 5th, 1945, to William and Regina(O'Connell) Pyper. She passed away in Smithville, Texas on January 14th, 2024. Carolyn...

Jan 12, 2024

Eugene Meuth, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on January 12, 2024, in Giddings, Texas. Born on November 28, 1933, in his hometown of Smithville, Texas.Eugene's career spanned an impressive 35 years at Wyman Gordon in Cypress, Texas. He dedicated himself to his work and left a lasting impact on his colleagues and the community. Eugene's strong work ethic...

Dec 30, 2023

 

Marybeth Claiborne, born on April 17, 1934, peacefully passed away on December 30, 2023, at The Towers Nursing Home in Smithville, Texas. She was a loving mother, cherished friend, and an exceptional individual who touched the hearts of those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Marybeth is survived by her beloved children, Dee Ann Korth, Tim Claiborne,...

Dec 29, 2023

Mollie Dubois passed away December 29, 2023 at the age of 93.

 Mollie's family will celebrate her life privately.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Hospice Austin Christopher House.

Dec 24, 2023

 

Dusty Buck Prochazka, 46, went to be with our Lord December 24, 2023. He was born in Alice, Texas on April 2, 1977.

 

Dusty worked in the oilfield as a Directional Driller for Anadrill Directional, H&P Drilling, and Wellbenders Directional Services. He was a hard worker and always took on extra days wherever he could. In his downtime...

Dec 21, 2023

 

Thomas William Morris, 82, of Bastrop, passed away on December 21, 2023 at his home.

Tom was born in Lampasas, Texas to Herman Curtis Morris and Hazel Morris on November 18, 1941. He married Gwen Saunders on May 14, 1965 in Belton, Texas.

He worked for Central Freight Lines in Austin, Texas. He was a veteran, joining the Marine...

Dec 19, 2023

Barry Earl Chandler passed away December 19, 2023 at the age of 75.

 

The family will celebrate his life privately at a later date.

Dec 18, 2023

 

Shirley Lou Liebmann passed away December 18, 2023 in Austin, Texas at the age of 90. Shirley was born in Saint Louis, Missouri and was raised in nearby Kirkwood by her parents, Paul Clem and Lucille (Cole) Staetter. Following high school, Shirley moved to Los Angeles, California where she successfully applied her fastidious secretarial skills in her work career. 

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Dec 18, 2023

Martin Ervin Benedix was born on December 29, 1946 to Harold and Katherine (Krieg) Benedix in Smithville, Texas. He lived his young life in Smithville with his parents and six siblings. Martin "Bubba" loved his siblings dearly and loved to participate in all the games and activities they were doing.

 

Martin was baptized on February 2, 1958 and...

Dec 3, 2023

Sterling Keith Haney, aka Bubba, was born September 21, 1985 to Jerry and Sharon Haney. He was the eldest of three children, although he knew the real bosses were his two sisters, Brittney and Hunter.Sterling met the love of his life, his wife Laura, and they married on October 21, 2006. Together they brought two beautiful babies into this world....

Dec 3, 2023

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Victoria Garcia Ruiz (Smithville, Texas), who passed away on December 3, 2023, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Eulalio Garcia and Augustina Trejo Garcia; and her brothers, Reyes Garcia, Chester Garcia and Timothy Garcia; her sisters, Barbara Salas and Adela Espinoza;...

Nov 30, 2023

 

Kenneth Alfred Moree was born on February 6th, 1946 to Frederick and Jessie Walston Moree in Smithville, Texas. Ken was the baby of 3 boys, joining older brothers Richard Walston and Dennis Wayne. 

 

Ken grew up in Smithville and attended Smithville schools until his graduation from Smithville High School in 1964. He was a standout athlete, especially in...

Nov 14, 2023

Nov 12, 2023

Margie Nell Hemphill Howe, a beloved member of the community, passed away on November 12, 2023, at her home in Paige, Texas surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 27, 1923, in San Antonio, Texas. Margie lived a life filled with faith and unconditional love for her family.Margie was a dedicated wife, loving mother and friend to...

Nov 5, 2023

Deanna Genelle Evans.  Born February 1, 1943 (Bastrop, Texas) died November 5, 2023 (Bronx, New York).  Deanna Evans, daughter of Helen Polansky Delmar and Armand Delmar, spent her early years of life in Southern California.  She moved to Smithville, Texas for elementary and middle school.  At the age of 16, she graduated from Alamo Heights High School in San Antonio...