Obituaries

Joyce Lewis

Joyce Lewis

Apr 18, 2025

In Loving Memory of Joyce Brandyburg Lewis

On a bright and beautiful Good Friday morning, our cherished family member, Joyce Brandyburg Lewis, was called home to her Heavenly Father. Born on January 7, 1946, on Dude Hill in Coupland, TX, to Joe and Venora Brandyburg, Joyce lived a life of faith, love, and unwavering devotion to family and friends.

From an early...

Saturnina "Nina" Mendez Sauceda

Saturnina "Nina" Mendez Sauceda

Apr 18, 2025

We are sad to announce Saturnina “Nina” Mendez Sauceda, 99, of Austin, formerly of Elgin, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025.

At the age of 60, Nina took a bold step that would define her later years; she pursued her lifelong passion for healthcare and became a Certified Nursing Assistant. With dedication, she served in this role for 15 years before...

Ana Marie Rangel

Ana Marie Rangel

Apr 14, 2025

Ana Maria (Varela) Rangel, 73, of Elgin, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025.  She is survived by her husband, Angel B. Rangel, Sr.  Family and Friends will gather for Visitation at Elgin Funeral Home, Monday, April 21st from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM and will Pray the Holy Rosary at 7:00 PM.  A Celebration of Christian Funeral Mass will be...

Daisy Lee McDonald (Powell)

Daisy Lee McDonald (Powell)

Apr 13, 2025

Almighty God, we rejoice in your promise of love, joy, and peace. 

In your mercy turn the darkness of death into the dawn of new life, 

and the sorrow of parting into the joy of heaven;

 through our Savior, Jesus Christ, who died, rose again, and lives for evermore. 

Amen

Daisy Lee Powell – McDonald, was the youngest child of nine children born to the...

William "Bill" Wilburn Schobey Jr.

William "Bill" Wilburn Schobey Jr.

Apr 11, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of William "Bill" Wilburn Schobey on April 11, 2025. Bill, as he was affectionately known, dedicated his life to Christ at a young age, and just two days before Palm Sunday, he was welcomed into Heaven, where they would celebrate together in eternal joy.

Bill was born on November 9, 1946,...

Anne Goode Woodham (Bledsoe)

Anne Goode Woodham (Bledsoe)

Apr 11, 2025

Anne Goode Woodham, 96 of Manor, passed on Friday, April 11, 2025.  Services are private.

Randall David Calhoun

Randall David Calhoun

Apr 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Randall David Calhoun, who left us too soon at the age of 44 on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Born on September 10, 1980, in a world that became brighter with his presence, Randall was a devoted husband, a cherished son, and a friend to many.

Randall's journey through life began in...

Donald Gene Kirkland

Donald Gene Kirkland

Apr 5, 2025

Donald Gene Kirkland, of Elgin, formerly of Azle, Texas passed away April 5, 2025, at the age of seventy-seven. Donald was born in Gorman, Texas to Woodie Eugene and Neva Marie (Small) Kirkland on January 22, 1948. Donald is predeceased by his wife Alice Ranae and their infant son Stephen Lee Kirkland, and his twin brother, Ronald Ray Kirkland. He...

Larry "Joe" Sunvison, Sr.

Larry "Joe" Sunvison, Sr.

Apr 3, 2025

Larry Joe Sunvison, affectionally called 'Slow Joe', age 76 of Type, Texas passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025, at his home, with family and friends at his bedside. Joe was born on February 20, 1949, in Georgetown, Texas, to Milton, and Agnes Sunvison.

Joe was united in Holy Matrimony to Deborah Lynne Nelson on February 7, 1986, at the Bastrop County...

Harold "Tank" Tanksley

Harold "Tank" Tanksley

Apr 2, 2025

My Journey…

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27

“A Time To Be Born”

Harold Tanksley was born in Taylor, Texas on February 21, 1954, at 3:30 AM, to Houston and Annie Mae Tanksley. At a young...

Maria Garcia

Maria Garcia

Mar 31, 2025

Maria Garcia, 75, of Manor, passed away early Sunday, March 31, 2025. Services are currently pending.

James Calhoun

James Calhoun

Mar 26, 2025

James Dean Calhoun, aka Jimmy, was born on August 19, 1942, in Fort Stockton, Texas, to Roy Dean and Jesse Zelma Calhoun.

As a child, he enjoyed playing baseball with his cousins and friends. It was not uncommon for him to hit home runs. He could hit the ball over the railroad tracks to the dismay of the other team. Some...

Jasmine Ja'Gayle Barber

Jasmine Ja'Gayle Barber

Mar 24, 2025

Jasmine Ja’Gayle Barber entered eternal rest on March 24, 2025, peacefully in her home in Austin, Texas. Jasmine was born on November 26, 1993, in Georgetown, Texas. She was a devoted daughter, sister, niece, and above all, a loving mother to her six precious boys. Jasmine also deeply loved and viewed her Aunt Lucy Kerley as a second mother.

Jasmine was...

Vicky Lopez Gonzalez

Vicky Lopez Gonzalez

Mar 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Vicky Lopez Gonzalez, who left us peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in Austin, Texas, at the age of 53. Born to Santos Alderete and Rosario Lopez in Taylor, Texas, Vicky lived a life filled with love and dedication.

Vicky was a beacon of light in the lives of her...

Eldawease "Sissy" Penney

Eldawease "Sissy" Penney

Mar 9, 2025

Eldawease Crooks Penney, affectionately known by all as "Sissy" a beloved soul from Rockdale, peacefully departed this world on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on January 20, 1950, in Austin, Sissy was a beacon of love and warmth to all who knew her.

Throughout her life, Sissy found joy in the simple pleasures that nature provided;...

Rosa Elia Farias Rodriguez

Rosa Elia Farias Rodriguez

Mar 9, 2025

Rosa Elia Farias Rodriguez, 84, of Elgin, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025.  She will be laid to rest at Panteon Santo Cristo in Piedras Negras, Coahuila de Zaragoza, Mexico at a later date.

Richard Charles Gushurst

Richard Charles Gushurst

Mar 8, 2025

Richard Charles Gushurst, 69, of Manor, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025.  Services are currently pending.

Mary Jo McDonald

Mary Jo McDonald

Mar 7, 2025

Mary Jo McDonald, 103, of Cedar Creek, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025. Family and Friends will gather for Visitation at Elgin Funeral Home on Friday, March 21st, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. A Celebration of Mrs. McDonald’s Life will be conducted at Celebration Community Church, under the auspices of Mount Pleasant Primitive Baptist Church of Cedar Creek,...

Charles Edward Parker, Sr.

Charles Edward Parker, Sr.

Mar 7, 2025

It's with heavy hearts that we remember and celebrate the life of Charles Parker, who passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025. Charles was born on November 4, 1960, in Taylor, Texas, to Charles Henry Parker and Elizabeth (Fronek) Parker.

Growing up in the quaint towns of Lilac and Thrall, Texas, Charles embarked on numerous adventures that would shape the man...

Keith Dee Drosche

Keith Dee Drosche

Mar 7, 2025

Keith Dee Drosche, age 82, of Elgin, Texas, peacefully departed this world in the early hours of March 7, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. His gentle spirit and unwavering generosity touched the lives of all who knew him.

Born in Lexington, Texas to AO and Rosa Lillian Drosche, Keith's early years were spent in Blanco and Giddings before...