Obituaries

Ralph Anthony Yearty

Ralph Anthony Yearty

May 25, 2025

My Journey…

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27

“A Time To Be Born”

Ralph Anthony Yearty was born on October 1, 1952, in Kendall, Florida, the second child born to Betty and Charles Yearty. Ralph received...

Ervin Lee "Spudnik" Becker

Ervin Lee "Spudnik" Becker

Jun 4, 2025

In Memoriam: Ervin Lee “Spudnik” Becker

1939 ~ 2025

Ervin Lee “Spudnik” Becker, age 86, fell asleep in Jesus and entered eternal glory with God the Holy Trinity in Heaven on June 4, 2025. He was born in Shiner, Texas on February 27, 1939 to Perry and Annie (nee Eschberger) Becker. He was born again into God’s Kingdom through Holy Baptism on...

Vonnie Ladeen (Peel) Stabeno

Vonnie Ladeen (Peel) Stabeno

Jun 3, 2025

Vonnie Ladeen (Peel) Stabeno, 65, of Mart, Texas, passed away Tuesday evening, June 3, 2025.  Family and Friends will gather for Visitation, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church of Elgin, Thursday, June 12th from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM with a Celebration of Vonnie's Life at 11:00 AM with Pastor Sam Brannon presiding.  Interment will follow at Elgin Cemetery.

Jacqueline Jeanette Deary

Jacqueline Jeanette Deary

May 30, 2025

On the morning of May 30, 2025, an angel came and summoned the bright spirit of our dear sister, Jacqueline Jeanett Deary. Her lips were sealed, and her soul entered Eternal Rest. With a spirit that touched the hearts of many and a presence that illuminated the lives of those around her, Jackie, as she was affectionately known, made an...

Espiridion Espinosa Cerda

Espiridion Espinosa Cerda

May 29, 2025

Espiridion Espinosa hijo legítimo de Pablo Espinosa e Ines Cerda. Nacio El 29- Febrero- 1940 ,Hermano de Martín Espinosa florentino Espinosa y Aurelia Espinosa.

Medios hermanos: JERONIMO Flores Cerda y Euladio Martínez Cerda

Espiridion nació en un rancho llamado Ancon Moctezuma S.L.P. A la edad muy pequeña emigro al Valle de Texas. Ahi asistio a la primaria, despues parte de su Juventud...

Christopher "Scott" Prather

Christopher "Scott" Prather

May 27, 2025

Christopher “Scott” Prather, 52, of Austin, Texas, died on May 27th, 2025. He was born in Kingsville, Texas, on July 23rd, 1972, to Melvin and Wanda Prather. 

Scott met the love of his life, Dayna, at Common Interest around 1999-2000, and they went on their first date on September 15, 2001. His wit and charm won her over in their whirlwind...

Manuel Castañeda

Manuel Castañeda

May 20, 2025

Manuel Castañeda, de 69 años, falleció pacíficamente en su hogar el 20 de mayo de 2025. Será profundamente extrañado por su amada esposa, Juana Castañeda; sus hijas, Maribel Vasquez y Lupita Medina; sus hijos, Juan Manuel y Carlos Castañeda; sus nietos, Karina Mendoza, Briana Vasquez, Anthony, Kayla, Mike Medina y Nicholas Botello; y sus bisnietos, Nathaniel y Madelline Mendoza, Galilea...

Rodney "Bubba" David Stabeno

Rodney "Bubba" David Stabeno

May 19, 2025

Rodney “Bubba” Stabeno was called home to be with his Lord on Monday, May 19th, 2025, at his home in Mart, Texas, with his wife, Vonnie, at his bedside. Bubba was 69 years old.

Bubba was born on May 17th, 1956, in Taylor, Texas, to Monroe and Lillie Stabeno.  He was a graduate of Elgin High School, Class of 1974.

Bubba was...

Rose T. Johnson

Rose T. Johnson

May 17, 2025

Rose Terry Johnson, 85, passed away on May 17, 2025, after battling cancer for five years. Rose was born on June 29, 1939, in Velbert, Germany, to Wilhelm Ross and Luderera Paula Maria Hummernbrum.

Rose was known for her infectious laugh, creative spirit, and unwavering love for her children. She faced the challenge of her illness with grace and determination. She...

Cornelia Fay (Smith) Onwuatuegwu

Cornelia Fay (Smith) Onwuatuegwu

May 14, 2025



Cornelia Fay (Smith) Onwuatuegwu was born on July 6th, 1964, at Flemming hospital in Elgin, Texas at 1:25 AM, to Ceolia Marie Smith and the late Lonzo Gene Smith Sr. Cornelia accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of the Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church. Cornelia attended school in Elgin, Texas, where she grew as an avid...

Mary Ten Eyck

Mary Ten Eyck

May 10, 2025

Mary Teneyck, 97, of Taylor, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025. Services will be private.

Jack Alfred Locke

Jack Alfred Locke

May 9, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Jack Alfred Locke of Bastrop, Texas, age 64, who died in a tragic accident on May 9, 2025.

Jack was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He was known for his big smile, sense of humor, infectious laugh, big heart, love of his family, and his unique...

George Reyes

George Reyes

May 8, 2025

George Reyes, 66, of Manor, Texas passed away on May 8, 2025. George enjoyed fishing and was always ready in a moment’s notice. He loved listening to Tejano music and calling into the radio station to make song dedications to family and friends. George had many friends.

George is survived by his sons, Joaquin Reyes and Christopher Reyes, his mother, Beatrice...

Evey Williams

Evey Williams

May 8, 2025

The Life of Evey Williams

Evey Francis Williams, a respected member of the Elgin, Texas community, was called home by her Heavenly Father on May 8, 2025. She was born February 26, 1934, in Giddings, Texas, to Alton McCullough and Willie McCullough.

Evey joined Elgin Church of Christ, where she accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized. Evey attended the...

Melissa R. Borja

Melissa R. Borja

May 7, 2025

To every time there is a season, A time to every purpose under heaven, A time to be born & A time to die. Even though we know death is inevitable, it's still a shock to our systems, especially when it's a child of your own at any age.

My daughter, Melissa Robin Borja, was 59 years old when she answered...

Joyce Fay Moffett

Joyce Fay Moffett

May 7, 2025

Joyce Fay Moffett of Lexington, Texas, and formerly of Manor, Texas—where she spent most of her life—has unpacked her suitcase and moved to Heaven. She passed peacefully at her son’s home in Lexington, with her husband and son close by on May 7, 2025, at the age of 78 years, 8 months, and 27 days.

Our beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother,...

John Mark Foster

John Mark Foster

May 4, 2025

John Foster, 75, of Austin, passed away Sunday afternoon, May 4, 2025. Services are currently pending.

Leroy Leon Wobus

Leroy Leon Wobus

May 3, 2025

Leroy Leon Wobus was born December 10, 1934, to Charlie Wobus and Mildred (Berger) Wobus near Giddings, Texas, in Lee County. He was baptized January 6, 1935, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Giddings and confirmed April 2, 1950, at St. John Lutheran Church in Paige by Rev. Benedict Reck. His confirmation verse was Matthew 24:13, “But he that shall endure...

Jo Ann Winn

Jo Ann Winn

May 2, 2025

Jo Ann Winn, affectionately known as Maman Jo, was born on December 10, 1944, in Bastrop, Texas, to the late Edward and Jewel Franklin. At an early age, Jo Ann accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior and began a lifelong walk with Him, grounded in faith, love, and service.

Jo Ann married the love of her life, Oris Winn,...

Dr. Jagaveerabhadra Rao Nulu

Dr. Jagaveerabhadra Rao Nulu

Apr 27, 2025

Dr. Jagaveerabhadra Rao Nulu, age 83, died peacefully early Sunday morning, April 27, 2025, with his son, Raviteja Nulu by his side, in Austin, Texas. He was comforted by all four of his children and close family in the days before his passing.

Jagaveerabhadra, lovingly referred to as "J.R.," "Nulu Rao," or "Jaga," was born on August 20, 1941, in the...