Obituaries

David Whitley

David Whitley

Jul 10, 2024

In Loving Memory of David George Whitley

David George Whitley, born on December 25, 1953, in Oakland, CA, to Darius and Delores Whitley of Auburn, CA, passed away on July 10, 2024. He is lovingly survived by his son, Michael Whitley; his daughter, Maria Whitley; and his cherished granddaughter, Adeline Bell.

David's love for nature, his passion for traveling, and his deep...

Aurora Loza Sanchez

Aurora Loza Sanchez

Jul 8, 2024

Aurora Loza Sanchez, 82, of Elgin, passed away Monday, July 8, 2024.  Family and Friends will gather for Visitation at the Family Residence, 203 Webberwood Way, Elgin, Texas 78621, Thursday, July 11th from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM.  A Celebration of Christian Burial will be conducted at Santa Barbara Catholic Church, Friday, July 12th at 10:00 AM with Father Froy...

Ramiro Guzman Herrera

Ramiro Guzman Herrera

Jul 6, 2024

Ramiro Guzman Herrera, 61, of Elgin, formerly of Mezquital del Oro, Mexico, passed away on July 6, 2024.  He is survived by his wife, Luz Del Carmen.  Ramiro's Family and Friends will gather for Visitation at his residence at 8706 Showers Drive in Elgin on Wednesday, July 10th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A Celebration of Christian Funreal Mass...

Debra Raedean Drosche

Debra Raedean Drosche

Jul 6, 2024

Debra Raedean Drosche, 69, of Manor, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024. Shortly after Debi graduated from Manor High School she moved to New York City where she worked for ADP on Wall Street. After spending four years in NYC, she returned to Manor and began working as the City of Manor Secretary. She later began working for the Travis...

Coy Ray Doss

Coy Ray Doss

Jul 5, 2024

Coy Ray Doss, 77, of Colorado Springs, Colorado passed away Friday, July 5, 2024.  He is survived by his wife, Mary.  Graveside Services at Gay Hill Cemetery of Rockdale will be private.

James Emmett Amundson

James Emmett Amundson

Jul 4, 2024

James Emmett Amundson, 86, of Smithville, passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024.  Survived by his wife, Cynthia.  Services are currently pending.

Pamela Murray

Pamela Murray

Jun 30, 2024

Pamela Murray, 81, of Austin, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2024. Services are currently pending.

Rodrigo Mora Maruri

Rodrigo Mora Maruri

Jun 29, 2024

Rodrigo Mora Maruri, 70, of Round Rock, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2024. Family and Friends will gather for Visitation at Elgin Funeral Home, Tuesday, July 9th from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM and pray The Holy Rosary at 7:00 PM.  He will be laid to rest at Panteón Municipal de Luvianos, Villa Luvianos, Mexico.

Rodrigo Mora Maruri, de...

James Dalton Slawson

James Dalton Slawson

Jun 28, 2024

James Dalton Slawson, 78, of Manor, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2024. Services will be private.

Joe Stanley Thompson Jr.

Joe Stanley Thompson Jr.

Jun 16, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Joe Stanley Thompson Jr., who entered God’s Heavenly Kingdom, on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Joe was born in Austin, Texas to Ruby Arredondo and Joe Stanley Thompson, Sr. on September 14, 1996.

Joe had a passion for culinary arts and enjoyed a career in the food industry, where he especially loved...

Orlanda Flores

Orlanda Flores

Jun 16, 2024

Orlanda Dominguez Flores, known affectionately as Mina, gracefully departed this world at the age of 77, gaining her wings on Sunday, June 16, 2024. She was a cherished wife, mother, daughter, aunt, sister, grandmother, and friend.

Born on July 19, 1946, in Bastrop Texas to Esauro and Sofia Dominguez, Orlanda's life was a testament to love and family. It was during...

Donell Maurice Berry

Donell Maurice Berry

Jun 15, 2024

When Tomorrow Starts Without Me, Remember . . .

“I tried to live in this old world, and I did the best I could, but when God reached out his hand, I grabbed on and was led home. I know God will open wide your understanding as to why these things must be. 

Dying is only a part of living, therefore celebrate...

Henry Don Werley

Henry Don Werley

Jun 15, 2024

Henry Don Werley, 80, of Elgin, passed away early Saturday morning, June 15, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry Arnold and Onie Viola Werley; siblings, Betty Jean Werley, Charles Dee Werley, Coy Lee Werley and Christine Smith.

Henry Don is survived by his brother, James Garland Werley of Lenoir City, Tennessee; he was loved and will be greatly...

Willie Lee Fitzgerald

Willie Lee Fitzgerald

Jun 14, 2024

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou...

Jack Wilford Wilson

Jack Wilford Wilson

Jun 11, 2024

Jack went to be with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at the age of 89. He was born on October 4, 1934, to Alva Jack and Mary Ann (Thompson) Wilson on the farm which has been a part of the Wilson family line since 1841.

Jack had been a lifelong member of Central Christian Church of Elgin, where...

Grace Arnold

Grace Arnold

Jun 10, 2024

On the afternoon of June 10, 2024, Sister Grace Arnold, at the age of 84, answered her Heavenly Father's call from this earthly home to her Heavenly home. 

Grace Arnold was born in Austin, Texas on April 24, 1940, to David and Annie Houston Arnold. Grace attended the public schools in Austin, Texas and graduated from the original L. C. Anderson...

Laurie Elaine Kirven

Laurie Elaine Kirven

Jun 8, 2024

Laurie Elaine Kirven, loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on June 8, 2024, in Austin, Texas after a hard-fought battle with cancer at the age of 61. 

Laurie was born on March 5, 1963, in Houston, Texas to C. Dean and Karen Lee Quick Walker. Laurie grew up in Houston, and attended Second Baptist School and Landrum Junior...

Noble James Oliver Alsup

Noble James Oliver Alsup

Jun 5, 2024

Noble James Oliver Alsup, 11, of Elgin, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024.  Family and Friends will gather for a Visitation at Elgin Funeral Home on Friday, June 14th from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM with a Wake starting at 7:00 PM with Reverend Ron Hunt presiding.  A Home-Going Celebration will be conducted at First Baptist Church of Elgin under...

Sara Corona

Sara Corona

Jun 4, 2024

Sara Corona, Infant, of Manor, was born sleeping Tuesday morning, June 4, 2024.  She is survived by her parents, Marco Corona and Mariana Cepeda.  Family and Friends will gather for a Graveside Service at Elgin Latin Cemetery on Thursday, June 13th at 9:00 AM.  

Apolinar Cardenas, Jr.

Apolinar Cardenas, Jr.

Jun 3, 2024

 Apolinar Cardenas Jr., 52, of Kyle, Texas, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024, in Austin. He was born on May 21, 1972, and leaves behind a beautiful family that will always remember him.

Apolinar was a husband and a caring father. His family will forever cherish the memories with him; he found immense joy in spending time and creating memories...