Obituaries

Zuri Analia Mota-Cruz

Zuri Analia Mota-Cruz

2024

Zuri Analia Mota-Cruz nació durmiendo a las 11:27pm el martes 20 de agosto de 2024. Le sobreviven sus padres, Yulissa Cruz y Mauro Mota Ramirez y su hermana mayor, Anahí Lorena. Familiares y amigos se reunirán para una misa de funeral cristiana en la iglesia católica St. Joseph en Manor el jueves 29 de agosto a las 10:00 a. m.,...

Emma Jean Moore

Emma Jean Moore

Aug 20, 2024

Emma Jean Moore, 74, of Taylor, Texas, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024. She will lie in state at Elgin Funeral Home on Tuesday, September 3rd, from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM. A Home-Going Celebration will be conducted at The First Baptist Church of Taylor on Wednesday, September 4, at 11:00 AM, with Dr. Anthony Wilson officiating. The interment will...

Rontario Isaiah Simmons

Rontario Isaiah Simmons

Aug 18, 2024

Rontario Isaiah Simmons, 20, of Manor, Texas, passed away Sunday evening, August 18, 2024. Services are private.

Darrius Raymond Morgan Berry

Darrius Raymond Morgan Berry

Aug 9, 2024

Darrius Berry was born to Samona Berry and James Morgan on December 17, 1997. He departed this earthly life on Friday, August 9, 2024.

 Darrius's educational journey was a testament to his dedication and hard work. He received his education from Brooke and Barabara Jordan Elementary, Park Crest Middle School and Pflugerville High School, where he excelled and made his family...

Linda Darnell Bowles

Linda Darnell Bowles

Aug 5, 2024

Linda Darnell Bowles (Sawyers), was born on September 29, 1958, in Manor, Texas. She was the cherished daughter of Lincoln Sawyers Sr and Valree Decay-Sawyers. Linda was the beloved sister of Betty Sawyers, Lincoln Sawyers Jr., Jacquilyn Sawyers, Robert Sawyers, & Willie Mae Hutchins(Donald Hutchins). She was a devoted mother to her children Kamisha Harville (Reginald), Dominic Bowles (Karean) &...

Carlos Carrillo

Carlos Carrillo

Aug 2, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jose Carlos “Los” Carrillo. He peacefully entered Heaven's embrace on August 2, 2024, at the age of 29. Affectionately known as “Los” to his family and friends, Carlos was a proud native of Austin, where he shared his love generously among family and friends. One of his cherished pastimes...

Sharon Kay Harris

Sharon Kay Harris

Aug 1, 2024

Sharon Kay Harris, 59, of Lockhart, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024.  Services are private.

Gary Schumacher

Gary Schumacher

Aug 1, 2024

Gary Schumacher, 72, of Bastrop, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Roberts. Services will be private.

Carolyn Sandlin

Carolyn Sandlin

Jul 31, 2024

Carolyn Ann Voelker Sandlin, a cherished resident of Elgin, transitioned from this earthly life to her Eternal Home at the graceful age of 94 on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Born on June 16, 1930, in Eglin, Texas, Carolyn was a beloved daughter of Albert and Anna Voelker. She found solace in her faith being baptized and confirmed at Saint Peter’s...

Irene Ockelberry

Irene Ockelberry

Jul 31, 2024

On the morning of July 31, 2024, Irene Ockelberry, at the age of 66, answered her Heavenly Father's call from this earthly home to her Heavenly home. Her parents are Rose Lee Ockelberry and T C DeShay. She was born in Shiloh, Bastrop County, Texas, on August 17, 1957. She attended the public schools of Bastrop ISD and Austin ISD, graduating...

Hortencia Gomez Garcia

Hortencia Gomez Garcia

Jul 31, 2024

Hortencia Gomez Garcia, a beloved soul of 87 years, peacefully to be in the divine presence of Jesus and the Saints in Heaven, on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Her legacy is carried on by a large and loving family. Among those who treasure her memory are her 12 children: Dora A. Gonzalez, Robert Cruz, Gerardo Gomez, Eduardo Gomez, Pedro Javier...

Paula Jean Bittner (McCown)

Paula Jean Bittner (McCown)

Jul 30, 2024

Paula Jean Bittner passed away peacefully at her home on July 30, 2024, in Elgin, Texas, at the age of 85. Paula leaves her priceless legacy to be cherished by her daughters, Janie and husband Tim Forsman, Kay and husband Ted Woodridge, and Sandy and husband Gary Higdon (predeceased); and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and dear friends. Paula's 85...

Beverylon Kay Aldridge

Beverylon Kay Aldridge

Jul 28, 2024

Beverylon Kay Aldridge was called to her Heavenly Home on Sunday, July 28, 2024. Beverylon was born on April 14, 1962, in Austin; she was the beloved daughter of Moses Aldridge Jr. and Ella Mae Gaines.

 Beverylon’s life was a testament to love and resilience, rooted in a strong Christian foundation. Her unwavering faith in the Lord was a guiding light...

Gay La Rie Harvey Skrhak

Gay La Rie Harvey Skrhak

Jul 24, 2024

Gay La Rie Harvey Skrhak of Granger passed away peacefully, Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Gay was born on May 12, 1959, in Galveston, Texas.

Gay was a fun, upbeat, outgoing person who loved life and found the beauty in the ordinary. She was an amazing mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family, especially watching Dallas Cowboys games with her...

Mark Phillip Sessions

Mark Phillip Sessions

Jul 22, 2024

Mark Phillip Sessions, 43, of McDade, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 22, 2024, in Midland, TX, where he worked.

Mark was born on October 31, 1980, to Michele Patricia Williams and Macy Moore Sessions Jr. (Mike) in Houston, TX. He was raised in Houston and later moved to New Iberia, LA, where he graduated from New Iberia...

Mary Etta King

Mary Etta King

Jul 21, 2024

Our Heavenly Father in His infinite wisdom has chosen to relieve Sister Mary Etta Simmons King, from this temporal body on July 21, 2024. As we humbly bow in prayer and submission to the sovereignty of our loving and compassionate God, we come together to celebrate this awesome woman of God. 

 Mary Etta Simmons was born in Lee County, Texas, on...

Ronald "Ronnie" McAdams

Ronald "Ronnie" McAdams

Jul 20, 2024

Ronald Oran McAdams, known affectionately as “Ronnie,” passed away on July 20, 2024, in Smithville, Texas, at the age of 76. Born on February 10, 1948, in Austin, Texas, he was a cherished member of his community and a beloved figure in his family.

Family was the cornerstone of Ronnie's life. He is survived by his mother, Ilene McAdams; daughter, Shawn...

Roy A. Howell

Roy A. Howell

Jul 20, 2024

Roy Allen Howell of Cedar Creek passed on to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 20, 2024. Roy was born June 25, 1941, in Holland Texas. His father was a truck driver, so his family moved around. He often spoke of living in Big Springs and Moody Texas. Roy graduated High School in Bartlett, Texas in...

Annette Shackelford

Annette Shackelford

Jul 12, 2024

The epitome of elegance and steadfast faith, Sister Annette Faye Sneed Shackelford entered Eternal rest on July 12, 2024, with her Pastor at her bedside.

 Annette Faye Sneed was born on February 17, 1958, to Annie L. Sneed and TJ Black in Austin, Texas. She was the third child and second-born twin. Annette attended public schools in Austin, such as Blacksher...

Dora Licia Hernandez

Dora Licia Hernandez

Jul 12, 2024

Dora Hernandez, 52, of Austin, passed away Friday, July 12, 2024. Dora is survived by her husband Victor; her daughter, Kimberly and son, Diego and wife Yadhira. Family and Friends will gather for Visitation at Elgin Funeral Home, Thursday, July 18th from 6:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 6:00 PM with Reverend Mario Guevara presiding.  A Celebration of Christian...