Obituaries

Jan 3, 2020

Leslie Jean Woods, 54, of Elgin, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 3, 2020.  Leslie was born, in Texarkana, the third of seven children to James Decker Sellers and Yvonne Keylich Sellers, on October 30, 1965.  Born in North East Texas, she moved to San Antonio, where she grew up.  At 13, she met the love of her life,...

Jan 2, 2020

Teresa Lynn Frederick , daughter of Ernest Frederick and Arzella Pullins was born July 24, 1965, in Taylor, Texas.  She loved listening to music, dancing, and spending time with family..  Teresa was preceded in death by two great nephews, Joshua Spence and Kevin Brockimgton, three Aunts, Betty Jackson, Maezola Brown, and Lucille Winston; one Uncle, Roy Griffin...

Jan 1, 2020

“To everything is a Season and a time to every purpose under the heaven ”  - Ecclesiastes 3:1

“A Time To Be Born”

Mr. Karry Gene Barrs was born on Wednesday, February 16, 1966, to Karry and Ethyl Francis Barrs.in Austin, Texas. Karry was the sixth child and learned to love...

Dec 31, 2019

Brenda June Ewing, 77, of Elgin, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, December 31, 2019.  Survived by husband, Bill.  Services will be private.

Dec 29, 2019

OUR BELOVED MAW MAW

Mildred Lucille Yates, 80, passed away peacefully, Sunday evening, December 29, 2019.

Mildred was preceded in death by both her parents, C.L. Brent and Hattie T. Proctor Brent; and her sister, Dorita Long.

Mildred leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter,...

Dec 28, 2019

Daniel "Cowboy" Calvit Smith, Jr., 52, was reunited with Jesus, Saturday night, December 28, 2019.  Daniel was born in Kermit, Texas, the second of three children to Peggy and Daniel Smith on October 23, 1967.  Daniel enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing with family and friends.  Daniel worked hard as a handyman and would often go the extra mile...

Dec 15, 2019

Elvira R. Martinez, 82 of Elgin, Texas passed away peacefully on December 15, 2019.  Elvira was born in McQueeney, Texas on March 29, 1937.  She was the fifth, of eight children born to Ignacio Rodriguez and Aurelia Munoz.  She grew up in Sequin and attended school until she met the love of her life Angel Martinez.  They were married...

Dec 14, 2019

The battle is over, I have fought a good fight, and the victory is finally won.

No more suffering and pain, I have much more to gain.

I heard the heavenly angelic choir singing as it drew near the hour.

When the pearly gates open,...

Dec 7, 2019

Marc Kevin Holm, 61, of Lockhart, passed away peacefully, Saturday, December 7, 2019.  Marc was born, on February 16, 1958, in Fort Ord, California, the fifth of nine children to Charles LaWayne Holmes, Sr. and An Nita May Hall Holmes.  Having been raised in a Military family, Marc moved from California to Texas, where he graduated from Killeen High...

Dec 5, 2019

Christine "Chris" Reyes-Paiz was born on November 17, 1961 in Elgin, Texas to Guadalupe and Molly Reyes.  She was a life-long resident of Manor, TX.  Chris was a devout Catholic and a parishioner of St. Joseph Cathoic Church.  She left her earthly body to be with her Savior on December 5, 2019 at the age of 58.

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Dec 3, 2019

Baby Boy, Aedyn William Burgos, was given to God by his loving parents, Aisa and Samuel Burgos on Tuesday, December 3, 2019.  Family and friends will gather at the Elgin Latin Cemetery for Graveside services on Tuesday, December 10th at 11:00 AM.

Nov 30, 2019

Clifford "Yabby" Chambers, 77, of Elgin, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2019.  A Home-Going Celebration will be conducted at the Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, December 7th at 2:00 PM with the Reverend, Byron Green presiding.  Interment will follow at the Elgin Latin Cemetery.

Nov 27, 2019

Andrew D. Milligan,57, of Manor, passed away November 27, 2019.  A Home-Going Celebration will be conducted at Park Springs Baptist Church of Manor, on Friday, December 13th at 11:00 AM with the Reverend, Artie Williams presiding.  Interment will follow at the Park Springs Church Cemetery, Manor.

Nov 27, 2019

Reverend Aubrey Jackson, 69, of Bastrop, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019.  Survived by wife, Carolyn.  A Home-Going Celebration will be conducted at the First Baptist Church of Elgin, under the auspices of Union Hill Baptist Church of Utley, Thursday, December 5th at 11:00 AM with the Reverends, Tyree King and M.C. Walker presiding.  Interment will follow at the Colorado Chapel...

Nov 26, 2019

Alfredo Garza was born in Taylor, Texas on March 12, 1947 to Narissa and Edwardo Garza.  Alfredo passed from this life on Tuesday, November 26, 2019.

Alfredo was worked hard as a mechanic by trade.  He loved his family, enjoyed hanging out with friends. His favorite pass time was playing Bingo.

Alfredo was preceded in...

Nov 26, 2019

Artie Harden, 57, of Austin, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, November 26, 2019.  A Home-Going Celebration will be conducted at Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, under the auspices of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church, on Saturday, December 7th at 11:00 AM with the Reverends, R.W. Carter and Luchus McShan presiding.  Interment will follow at the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Sayers, Texas....

Nov 25, 2019

William "Bill" Edward Fisher, 63, of Hutto, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019.  Survived by wife, Maria Do Rocio De Lima Fisher.  A Memorial Service will be conducted at the First Brazilian Baptist Church of Round Rock, on Saturday, December 7th at 2:00 PM.

Nov 24, 2019

Milton Roberson, Jr., 76, of Austin, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, November 24, 2019.  A Home-Going Celebration will be conducted at the First Baptist Church of Elgin, under the auspices of Freedom Home Baptist Church, on Saturday, November 30th at 11:00 AM with the Reverend, Oscar B Howard, Jr. and the Reverend Byron Green presiding.  Interment will follow at...

Nov 18, 2019

Florida Mae Earls, 82, passed away Monday morning, November 18, 2019.  A Home-Going Celebration will be conducted at the Providence District Association Tabernacle in Cedar Creek, under the auspices of Lone Star Missionary Baptist Church, on Saturday, November 23rd at 11:00 AM with the Reverend, Casey Waites presiding.  Interment will follow at Shiloh Cemetery, Bastrop.

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Nov 13, 2019

Ora Jean McDonald, 70, of Littig, passed away, Wednesday morning, November 13, 2019.  Services are currently pending.