Obituaries

Sep 30, 2026

The obituary and service information for Richard Leslie Jones are pending at this time.

Sep 18, 2026

Calvin Charlton Rackley II, known throughout his life as “Corky,” passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family. 

Corky was born in Houston, Texas, and was a Bellaire High School graduate. He later earned his engineering technician certification in 1969. On September 30, 1972, he married the love of his life, Judy Ann Sralla, beginning a marriage and...

Sep 16, 2026

Leroy Ray Machart of Sheridan, Texas, passed away on September 16, 2026, at the age of 76. He was born on December 15, 1949, in El Campo, Texas, to Albina Gallia Machart and Bohumil Machart.

Leroy graduated from Wharton High School and spent many years working in construction as a crane operator. He was a hardworking and dependable man who took...

Sep 13, 2026

Ronald Roy Klump passed away on September 13, 2026 in Brenham, Texas. Ronald was born on December 26, 1943 to Roy and Edith (Weigelt) Klump. He was baptized and confirmed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church of Round Top. He attended Round Top-Carmine School. On November 6, 1965 he married the love of his life, Elizabeth (Nitsche) Klump.

We remember and celebrate the...

Sep 5, 2026

Alizae Amor Trevino was born a beautiful "rainbow baby" on March 13, 2005, in Corpus Christi, Tx, also known as "the sparkling city by the sea". She was the oldest of three amazing children.

Alizae was known for her bright, gorgeous smile and being an absolute silly goose. She was a fierce protector of those closest to her and often joked,...

Sep 1, 2026

Florence Mae Otto, born Florence Mae Stork, passed away on September 1, 2026, in La Grange, Texas, at the age of 96. She was born on December 26, 1929, in Haw Creek, Texas.

Florence was a graduate of La Grange High School and worked as a telephone operator. Over the years, she built a life centered on faith, family, and community....

Aug 29, 2026

Peter James Begin, of La Grange, Texas, at the age of 83 years old, passed away on August 29, 2026, at his home with family by his side. He was born on May 31, 1943 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Peter lived a full and wonderful life. He served our country in the Navy for 13 years. He was Staff Yeoman, Commander Mine...

Aug 19, 2026

Virginia Lou Wied Behrens Schaefer, age 86, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, in Smithville, Texas. She was born on November 14, 1939, in Warrenton, Texas, to Monroe and Adele Wied.

Virginia was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fayetteville, Texas. Throughout her life, she devoted herself to caring for others as a homemaker and housekeeper.

Virginia was...

Aug 17, 2026

Brenda Gail Mount, 57, of the Goodrich-Livingston area, passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2026. She was born on February 15, 1969, in Houston, Texas, to Carolyn Del Dotto.

Brenda was a loving mother, Gigi, sister, and daughter whose greatest joy was her family. She is survived by her three daughters, Amanda (Alan) Cooper, Christina Perkins, and Amy (Chad) Winebrenner; her...

Aug 10, 2026

Doris Louise Smith Koerth, age 85, of Shelby, Texas, peacefully joined her Heavenly Father on August 10, 2026.

Born on February 1, 1941, in Shelby, Texas, Doris was the beloved daughter of Milford T. Smith Sr. and Emma Neumann Smith. She spent her life rooted in the Shelby community she loved and was known for her strong faith, hard work, and...

Jul 30, 2026

Margarita Torres Westbrook, 80, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply and countless memories that will live on for generations. She was born on October 7, 1945, in Findlay, Ohio.

Margarita was preceded in death by her parents, Sarah Torres and Vicente Torres; two of her siblings; and one beloved daughter, Teresa Diaz....

Jul 4, 2026

Jul 1, 2026

A funeral celebration of the long, fruitful life of Ervin Brandt will be held at Weimar United Church (403 W. Main St., Weimar, Texas 78963) at 11:00 AM on July 16, 2026.. A visitation is scheduled for July 16, 2026 beginning at 10:00 AM at the church prior to the funeral.

Ervin Brandt, a lifelong resident of Texas and respected member...

Jul 1, 2026

Michael Gerald Moore, born September 3, 1962, in Marion, South Carolina, passed away on July 1, 2026, in Austin, Texas.

Michael’s early years were rooted in South Carolina, where he attended South Florence High School. Pursuing further education, he earned his Master’s degree and worked in the computer field.

He proudly had a distinguished career in the United States Air Force, where...

Jun 30, 2026

Joyce E. Freudenberg, 84, of Rutersville, Texas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Joyce was born in Fayette County, Texas on March 22, 1942, the daughter of Annie Freudenberg.

She was baptized on July 30, 1942 in Saint Peter Lutheran Church of Prairie Valley in West Point, Texas, and confirmed on May 6, 1955 in the Prairie Valley Church...

Jun 29, 2026

Franklin Louis Schobel, born March 20, 1942 in Columbus, Texas to Louis Schobel and Violet Klump Schobel passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026. He was surrounded by his loved ones at his home in Round Top, Texas.

Franklin worked as a masonry contractor for many years and took great pride in restoring many buildings in Columbus and the surrounding communities....

Jun 22, 2026

Funeral services for David Ray Noak are scheduled for 11:00AM June 26, 2026 at St. John Lutheran Church in Rutersville with interment following at Florida Chapel Cemetery. A visitation will be at Fayette Memorial Funeral Home on June 25, 2026 from 5:00PM-7:00PM.

David Ray Noak was born on August 23, 1950 in La Grange, Texas. His parents were Nelson F. Noak...

Jun 19, 2026

Anthony “Tony” James Scanapico, born February 3, 1941, on Long Island, New York, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, in Houston, Texas.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Ethel Kay Scanapico; his daughters, Valorie and Deborah Scanapico, Cindy Diggs, and Janet Smith and her husband, John Robert Wright; his son, Jonathan Scanapico; his granddaughters, Amelia Kosma...

Jun 19, 2026

Susan Virginia Brandt Madison, 73 of La Grange, Texas passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2026.

Susan was born on December 30, 1952 in Weimar, Texas to Hubert and Virginia Brandt.

Susan will be well remembered for her beautifully crocheted blankets. If you had the pleasure of receiving one, you had a special place in her heart. She will also...

Apr 30, 2026

Beverly Ann Kostor, born October 5, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on April 30, 2026, in Columbus, Texas. A devoted homemaker, Beverly attended high school in Detroit before dedicating herself to her family and home. In 2017, she moved to Texas, where she spent her final years.

Beverly was passionate about bowling, dancing, and gardening—activities she enjoyed throughout her life....