Obituaries

Jul 8, 2025

In loving memory of our beloved Mother, JoNell Majors, who was welcomed into the arms of her Heavenly Father on July 8, 2025. Born at home just two days after Christmas in 1927, to Arthur Russell Hancock and Vivian Buffa Hancock, JoNell embodied love and strength from her very first moments.

JoNell was raised in the serene surroundings of the old...

Jul 8, 2025

It is with profound sadness yet peaceful hearts that we share the transitioning of Nathaniel Hudson, who was called home to be with the Lord on July 8, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on August 23, 1951, in Midland, Texas, Nathaniel lived a life marked by quiet devotion and a steadfast spirit.

Nathaniel was a true son of Midland,...

Jul 7, 2025

Paul Calvin Randale, 63, of Taylor, Tx passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025. Service information is currently pending. 

Jul 4, 2025

Cecelia Garza Hernandez, 69, of McDade, Texas, passed away on July 4, 2025, at her home with family and friends by her side. Cecelia was born on November 22, 1955, to Julia G. Hernandez and Victor Hernandez in Anson, Texas. She grew up in the small community of Coupland and lived in Elgin for a time before settling in McDade,...

Jul 3, 2025

Donald Terry Chargois, 45, of Austin, Texas, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Family and Friends will gather to Celebrate Donald's Life at Greater Galilee Baptist Church Heritage Center of Elgin, Saturday, July 19th at 1:00 PM.

Jun 29, 2025

Doris Harris Young, 76, of San Antonio, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025. Services information is currently pending.

Jun 24, 2025

Lee Lois Summers was the third child born to the Late George Summers & the Late Lurena "Beck" Duvall Summers. She was born June 17, 1941, in Austin, Texas, at the Holy Cross Hospital. Lee Lois attended school in Itasca, TX, Needville, TX, and the Booker T. Washington School in Elgin, TX. Lee Lois joined a church in Needville and...

Jun 21, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Yolanda Nevarez Molina, who left this world to join our Lord on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Pflugerville, Texas. Born in Spur, Texas, Yolanda made her way to Austin, where she sought new opportunities and lovingly built her family. Known for her boundless love and ever-present smile, she greeted all with warmth...

Jun 21, 2025

Katherine “Kathy” Denise Gigout, 54, of Elgin, Texas, went home to be with the Lord on June 21, 2025.

Kathy was born on April 26, 1971, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Ruby Faye Turnage Ervin and Luther Ervin SR., and grew up in Marion, Arkansas. She met the love of her life, Shane Gigout, at Bible College in Hot Springs, Arkansas, when...

Jun 20, 2025

With profound sorrow and a heart full of love, we come together to honor the life of Calvin Bean—a devoted son, loving father, cherished brother, and treasured friend. Born on May 26, 2005, at St. David’s Hospital in Austin, Texas, Calvin was the beloved son of Samantha Johns Anderson and Gregory Bean. From the very start, he illuminated every room...

Jun 19, 2025

Juan Antonio Maravilla Vigil, 64, of Austin, formerly of El Salvador, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025.  A Celebration of Christian Funeral Mass is pending for a later date.

Jun 19, 2025

Jose “Joe” Luis Garcia was born on October 22, 1959, in Abilene, Tx. He was the third child of Juan and Manuela Garcia of Woodstock, Illinois. The family lived on a ranch in Talpa, Texas. In the Spring of 1960, the family moved to the Circle N Dairy in LaVernia, Texas, where he spent most of his childhood years. In...

Jun 18, 2025

Remidias Nunez, 79, of Taylor passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Family and Friends will gather for Funeral Services, at Primera Iglesia Bautista of Taylor, Monday, June 30th at 1:00 PM, with Pastor Adam Gusman presiding.  Interment will follow at Elgin Latin Cemetery.  

Jun 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Carolyn Rose Erickson (DOD: June 17, 2025)

Carolyn Rose Erickson (Née Fullerton, formerly Rutledge) of Bastrop, Texas, peacefully passed away on June 17, 2025, at Beacon Hospice House in Round Rock, Texas.

Born on November 1, 1933, in Warren, Arkansas, Carolyn embarked on a life filled with love and dedication. She married James F. Rutledge at Bartow Air...

Jun 15, 2025

Irene Nunez Ubias of Elgin passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at the age of 76. Born in Elgin, Texas, on March 27, 1949, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Irene will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, and her unwavering dedication to her family. She had an exceedingly kind, thoughtful, and...

Jun 13, 2025

Jacob "Jake" Paul Anderson, 41, of Midway, Texas passed away Friday, June 13, 2025.  Services are currently pending.

Jun 13, 2025

Con profundo pesar y pesar anunciamos el fallecimiento de nuestro querido Emiliano Isaac Contreras, quien nos dejó demasiado pronto con solo 1 año de edad, el viernes 13 de junio de 2025. Le sobreviven su mamá y su papá, Bertha Nohemí Paz Catellanos Ricardo Contreras González.

Familiares y amigos se reunirán para el velorio en la Funeraria Elgin, el martes 17...

Jun 12, 2025

Jun 10, 2025

Tommy Jack Harris, born on July 8, 1949, in Roswell, New Mexico, passed away on June 10, 2025, in Elgin, Texas. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication, love, and resilience that will forever be cherished by his family and friends.

Tommy served honorably in the U.S. Navy from 1967 to 1969. After his military service, he moved from New Mexico...

2025

Margaret “Maggie” Eva Borchardt, born Margaret Eva Davis in Amite, LA, passed away suddenly of natural causes on June 8, 2025, in her home in Taylor, TX. She was 68 years old. Maggie was survived by her children Chatta Brescher, Mary Dudley, and Joe Borchardt. Her son Jeremy Brescher passed away in 2009. "Grandma Maggie" had 5 grandchildren: Taylor, Chelsea,...