Obituaries

Micheal Jeremiah Atwood

Micheal Jeremiah Atwood

Aug 8, 2025

Our beloved Micheal Jeremiah Atwood, known affectionately as Jeremiah, passed away suddenly on August 8, 2025, at just 18 years old. Though his time on earth was brief, Jeremiah lived a life filled with faith, love, and light that touched the hearts of everyone who knew him.

Jeremiah was born on May 24, 2007, in Austin, Texas, to Patricia Ann Clark...

Charles Henry Jett

Charles Henry Jett

Aug 7, 2025

Charles Henry Jett, 85, of Bastrop, Texas, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Charles was born on February 29, 1940, to Colquitt L. Jett and Annie Lee House-Jett-Johnson. Charles is survived by his daughters, Sandra Kay Revetta (Richard) and Carla Jean McCarther, four grandchildren, Richard Jr, Mahalia (Alec), Tomesha (Curtis), Eddie Jr, four great-grandchildren, Curtis Jr, Camiyah, Trae, and...

Richard Tijerina

Richard Tijerina

Aug 4, 2025

Richard Tijerina, age 65 of Manor, Texas, passed away quietly at home on Monday, August 4, 2025. Richard had fought a battle with cancer for the last year.

Richard was born in Austin, Texas, on December 18, 1959. As a small child, he and his family moved to Homestead, Florida. They were migrant workers and would spend the summers traveling to...

Debby Denise Passmore Tingle

Debby Denise Passmore Tingle

Aug 3, 2025

Debby Denise Tingle was an artist, a poet, and a teacher, but most of all, she was my mom. She used to tell me I was "the only good thing [she'd] ever done," but she was wrong. She didn't need to do anything to be worthy of so much better than her life gave her, but she did so many...

Bobbie Rhonejewell Talaine (Barber) Baker

Bobbie Rhonejewell Talaine (Barber) Baker

Aug 1, 2025

With heartfelt sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Bobbie Baker, who entered eternal rest after a long and courageous battle with illness. Surrounded by her loving family, Bobbie’s journey ended with peace and grace, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering love, strength, and faith.

Bobbie was the devoted wife of Eddie Baker Sr. and a loving mother to Eddie...

Portiana "Kim" Williams

Portiana "Kim" Williams

Aug 1, 2025

Portiana Kimberly Williams, age 54, gained her wings on Friday, August 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Portiana, affectionately known as “Kim,” was born to Z.T. and Vivian Williams on October 27, 1970. She grew up in Austin and graduated from the one and only Lyndon Baines Johnson “LBJ” High School.

Kim’s profound love for outreach to others was expressed...

Lou Anne Gill

Lou Anne Gill

Jul 31, 2025

Lou Anne Gill, 64, of Hutto, Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2025. She was born on September 13, 1960, in Nashville, TN, to William and Gloria Gill. Lou Anne was a loyal friend, beloved aunt, sister, and mother. She was most proud of being “Gigi” to her grandchildren, Kiyoko, Liam, and AnaBeth. She was a strong defender...

Laura Kay Scales

Laura Kay Scales

Jul 30, 2025

Laura Kay Scales, 60, of Austin, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Family and Friends will gather to celebrate Laura's Life at Elgin Funeral Home, Saturday, August 9th at 1:00 PM.  Inurnment will be private.

Stephen Trevor Kemp

Stephen Trevor Kemp

Jul 29, 2025

Stephen Trevor Kemp, 42, of Elgin, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Services will be private. 

Dwight Dale Cameron

Dwight Dale Cameron

Jul 21, 2025

Dwight Dale Cameron, 83, of Cedar Creek, passed away Monday, July 21, 2025.  Services will be private.

Betty Jean (Marshall) Crisp

Betty Jean (Marshall) Crisp

Jul 21, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Betty Jean Crisp on July 21, 2025, in Round Rock, Texas, following an extended illness.

Betty was born on August 6, 1948 in Schwertner, Texas. She was the third child of Claude and Willie Lee (Summers) Marshall. She attended Booker T. Washington School in Bartlett, TX from first through tenth grade. During her...

Casey Baugh Jr.

Casey Baugh Jr.

Jul 18, 2025

Casey Baugh Jr. was born sleeping on Friday, July 18, 2025.  Casey is survived by his parents, Casey Baugh Sr. and Maria Dowling.  Services will be private. 

Daniel DeShaun Brown

Daniel DeShaun Brown

Jul 17, 2025

Daniel DeShaun Brown was born to the union of Ernest L. Brown, Sr., and Willie Pearl (Thompson) Brown on January 12, 1971. At an early age, he accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior. His life was a testament to the enduring power of faith, love, and service to others. Daniel attended Bastrop Elementary and High Schools, graduating in 1989.

In...

Mary "Darlin" Laurel Hendrix

Mary "Darlin" Laurel Hendrix

Jul 12, 2025

Mary "Darlin" Laurel Hendrix, 87, of Elgin, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on July 12, 2025. Mary was born in Austin, Texas, on October 25, 1937, to James Laurel Gray and Zona Mae Ellis Gray. She married her beloved husband, “Big John” Hendrix, in 1957, and together they raised three children in an Austin home filled with love and...

John Arthur Moore

John Arthur Moore

Jul 12, 2025

When tomorrow starts without me, And I’m not there to see, 

If the sun should rise and find your eyes All filled with tears for me,

I wish so much you wouldn’t cry The way you did today, While thinking of the many things, We didn’t get to say.

I know how much you love me, As much as I love you, And...

Ezekiel Romeo Robbins

Ezekiel Romeo Robbins

Jul 11, 2025

Ezekiel Romeo Robbins was born sleeping on Friday, July 11, 2025. Services will be private. 

Danny Ray Williams Jr.

Danny Ray Williams Jr.

Jul 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Danny Ray Williams, Jr. on July 8, 2025. He was born on March 25, 1990, in Austin, Texas. A quiet soul with a gentle presence, Danny’s time with us was far too short, but his memory will forever remain a part of our family’s story. May he rest in...

JoNell (Hancock) Majors

JoNell (Hancock) Majors

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...

Nathaniel Hudson Jr.

Nathaniel Hudson Jr.

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,...

Paul "Smiley" Calvin Randle

Paul "Smiley" Calvin Randle

Jul 7, 2025

Paul “Smiley” Calvin Randle, age 63, made his triumphant transition to glory on July 7, 2025, with his eyes looking toward Heaven and listening to the Angels rejoice at his arrival. Smiley was the sixth of seven children born to Mr. Harvey L. and Mrs. Hattie L. Randle on August 7, 1961, in Taylor, Texas. Smiley grew up in the...