Obituaries

Alton Gene Forsythe

Alton Gene Forsythe

Jan 24, 2025

Alton Gene Forsythe, lovingly known to many as “Uncle Al,” departed from this life on January 24, 2025. Born on June 17, 1947, in LaGrange, Texas, he was the cherished son of Doris June Lueders Forsythe and Eugene Walton Forsythe. Al spent his formative years in Houston and graduated from Irving High School, setting the stage for a remarkable journey...

Myrtis Owens Hudson

Myrtis Owens Hudson

Jan 23, 2025

Myrtis Owens Hudson was born Feb 3,1926 in Mansfield Louisiana to her parents Johnie Lee and Jannie Russell Owen’s was called home on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025, at her home in Manor, Texas. 

 Myrtis spent her early years in Orange, Texas, attending Mount Zion Baptist church under leadership of the late Pastor James Gentry. Myrtis was a faithful servant as a...

Lerene Ola Davis

Lerene Ola Davis

Jan 22, 2025

“A light from our household has dimmed.

A voice we loved has been stilled.

A place is vacant in our hearts that can never be filled.”

 Sister Lerene Ola Davis, at the age of eighty-eight, went to be with her Heavenly Father, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday evening, January 22, 2025. 

 Lerene was born to Maggie and Lonnie Jack Ollie on February...

Camila Garza

Camila Garza

Jan 21, 2025

Camila Garza, 75, of Austin, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025.  Family and Friends will gather for Visitation at Elgin Funeral Home on Monday, January 27th from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM.  A Graveside service will follow at Elgin Latin Cemetery at 2:00 PM.

Lela Deneal Williams

Lela Deneal Williams

Jan 20, 2025

Lela "Nell" D. Williams lived a life full of love, service, and joy. Born in Austin, Texas, on February 16, 1960, to Roger Ates and Mattie Williams, Nell was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother. While both of her parents have passed, her memory continues to live on through her son Matthew Alexander of Manor, TX, and her cherished...

Gregory Lashmet

Gregory Lashmet

Jan 18, 2025

Gregory Paul Lashmet, born on July 24, 1974, left this world peacefully on January 18, 2025, at the age of 50. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, a cherished son, and a beloved brother. Greg’s departure has created a void that is immeasurable; he leaves behind a remarkable legacy adorned with love, kindness, and countless memories.

With a heart...

Juan Rodriguez De La Paz

Juan Rodriguez De La Paz

Jan 17, 2025

Juan Rodriguez De La Paz, 58, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025. Services are currently pending. 

Justin Thomas

Justin Thomas

Jan 17, 2025

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 my life…

Justin Charles Thomas was born to Christine Irene Goodman...

Ashley Shalette Maddox

Ashley Shalette Maddox

Jan 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ashley Shalette Maddox

January 19, 1988 - January 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Ashley Shalette Maddox, who passed away on January 10, 2025. Born on January 19, 1988, in Temple, Texas, Ashley brought joy and warmth to everyone she met. From an early age, her adventurous spirit flourished as she traveled with her...

Constantino Orozco Aguirre

Constantino Orozco Aguirre

Jan 9, 2025

Constantino Orozco Aguirre, 76, of Austin, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025.  Services will be private. 

John Perry, Jr. ~ AKA "JL" "Bubba"

John Perry, Jr. ~ AKA "JL" "Bubba"

Jan 9, 2025

John Leslie Perry Jr., affectionately known as "Bubba," peacefully passed away at the age of 90 on January 9, 2025, in his beloved home in Elgin, surrounded by the warmth and love of family.

Bubba lived a life deeply rooted in his passion for farming, a testament to his tireless work ethic and dedication to nurturing the land. His heart held...

Anthony Dewayne Broussard

Anthony Dewayne Broussard

Jan 8, 2025

Anthony Dewayne Broussard, 61, of Austin, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025.  Friends and family will gather for a Celebration of Life at Elgin Funeral Home on Saturday, February 22nd at 4:00 PM.  Inurnment will be private.

Billy Allen Martin

Billy Allen Martin

Jan 8, 2025

Billy Allen Martin, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend passed away surrounded by family on January 8, 2025. Born on January 22, 1942 at his maternal grandmother’s home on what is now Powell Lane in Elgin, Texas, Billy was the son of John Wilder Martin and Lula Alyne Bragg Martin. 

Billy attended school in Elgin and graduated from Elgin High...

Roland Mendez

Roland Mendez

Jan 2, 2025

Roland Mendez, aged 48, of Manor, Texas, departed this world on January 2, 2025. Born on February 27, 1976, in Corpus Christi to Raul Mendez Jr. and Victoria Leonor (DeLosSantos) Mendez, Roland was a beloved partner to Stephanie Tiffany, with whom he shared over 16 years of his life, happily engaged to marry before his passing.

Roland’s spirit was one of...

Caroline Lane Nixon

Caroline Lane Nixon

Dec 31, 2024

“A light from our household has dimmed.

A voice we loved has been stilled.

A place is vacant in our hearts that can never be filled.”

 On the early morning of December 31, 2024, an angel came and summoned the bright spirit of our dear Mother, Caroline C. Lane-Nixon. Her lips were sealed, and her soul entered Eternal Rest. 

 Caroline was born on February...

Patricia Dale Hass

Patricia Dale Hass

Dec 30, 2024

We regret to announce the passing of Patricia Dale Hass (Pavliska), 78, of Coupland, Texas, on December 30, 2024.

Pat was born on September 2, 1946, to Arthur Edmond Pavliska and Ethel Ray Speir in San Antonio, TX. Pat grew up all over Central Texas, from Austin and Elgin to Pflugerville. 

She was a jack of all trades while enjoying multiple work...

Abraham Rivera Cantu

Abraham Rivera Cantu

Dec 26, 2024

Abraham Rivera Cantu, aged 27, was born on November 24, 1997, in Austin, Texas. He was called home to our heavenly father on Thursday, December 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter that will forever be cherished.

As the second youngest of five siblings, Abraham brought joy and laughter into the lives of those around him. A proud...

Jane Ellen Bible

Jane Ellen Bible

Dec 24, 2024

Jane Ellen Bible, 80, of Round Rock, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024. Family and Friends will gather for a Graveside service at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery on Friday, January 3rd at 10:00 AM.  

John Christopher Tijerina

John Christopher Tijerina

Dec 24, 2024

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved John Christopher Tijerina on December 24, 2024.

Born in Austin, Texas, on September 30, 1979, to John B. Tijerina and Anita Lopez Tijerina, John embodied kindness, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to his family. He was a husband, father, son, brother, and friend whose...

Mickey Wayne Summers

Mickey Wayne Summers

Dec 23, 2024

Mickey Wayne Summers, 61, of Bastrop, Texas, passed away comfortably on Monday, December 23,2024, in the presence of his daughter, Linnie Inez Summers.

Mickey was born on August 21, 1963, in Stamford, Texas. He married the love of his life, Ella K. Summers, on July 6, 1986, in Bastrop, Texas. Over the years, he lived in Texas, Germany, Kansas, and Wisconsin,...