Obituaries
Lee Byron Matysiak
Jan 18, 2026
Lee Byron Matysiak
July 30, 1956 - January 18, 2026
Beloved husband father and grandfather passed away peacefully surrounded by family.
Born at Searcy hospital in Hearne Texas to Frances Ruth Story Matysiak and John Paul Matysiak. Lee was raised in Hearne, Texas.
He proudly worked as a maintenance coordinator contractor for West Hollow Technology Center for 20 years in Houston Texas.
His interests were...
Donna Joyce Ditto
Jan 16, 2026
Donna Joyce Ditto (Huddleston) age 69 of Hearne Tx passed peacefully on January 16, 2026.
Born and raised in Houston until high school when she moved to Milano. She was a straight A student and graduated as Valedictorian of her class. She began an elementary education degree at Blinn college in Brenham Tx before leaving to start her family and a...
Tommy Lane Endlsey
Jan 7, 2026
Tommy Lane Endsley, 84, of Calvert, Texas, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Services will take place Saturday, January 17, 2026, and consist of a small graveside service with close family. If you are interested in attending, please contact one of his daughters for details. Tommy will be buried alongside his wife, Elizabeth Endsley, and daughter, Melissa Jane Endsley, at...
David Allen Dyess
Jan 4, 2026
David Allen Dyess, age 62, entered the arms of the Lord on January 4, 2026.
He was born on November 16, 1963, to Cumby and Elsie Dyess and grew up in Houston, Texas and later moved to Caldwell, Texas in 1981.
David loved to fish in Galveston and enjoyed being in nature. He would fish off the pier and beg to stay...
Thomas Louis Beltrand Jr.
Jan 2, 2026
Thomas was born in Bellaire, Texas, to Thomas L. Beltrand, Sr. and Constance W. Davenport, and grew up in College Station, Texas. He spent most of his life on the open road as a dedicated long-haul truck driver, a career he took great pride in. Known for his professionalism and commitment to safety, Thomas achieved an outstanding record of 2.5...
Lance Douglas Anderson
Dec 29, 2025
Lance Douglas Anderson, 63, passed away at home in Carlos in the devoted care of his wife, Tammye, on Monday, December 29, 2025, after a brief but fierce battle with glioblastoma.
Lance was born in Hearne, Texas, on June 7, 1962, to James Edison (Eddie) and Jane Hairston Anderson. Lance was the third child born to the family following older siblings...
Tommy Lee McCarty
Dec 11, 2025
On July 26, 1936, in Beaumont, Texas, the world welcomed Tommy Lee McCarty — a man whose kindness, humor, and unwavering love for his family would touch countless hearts throughout his 89 years. On December 11, 2025, Tommy peacefully went home to the Lord, surrounded by his beloved wife and family, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, strength, and devotion...
Grady H. Russell
Dec 1, 2025
Grady H. Russell, Jr., 82, went to be with the Lord in the early morning hours of December 1, 2025. Grady was born on March 10, 1943, in Hearne, Texas, to Grady Russell, Sr. and Bonnie Faye Russell. He was a lifelong resident of Hearne.
He was a humble God-loving, amazing, generous, family-loving man—a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
He would...
Dominic Anthony Salvaggio
Nov 30, 2025
Dominic Anthony Salvaggio, 72 passed away peacefully into the arms of our Lord on November 30, 2025.
Dominic was born in Hearne, Texas on April 12, 1953, to Martha Beatrice Lewis and Tony Salvaggio. He was the second born to Tony and Martha and was the only son and brother to his sisters, Linda, Vita, Therese, and Margaret.
Dominic graduated from Hearne...
Sereta Amber Stewart Ramsey
Oct 31, 2025
Sereta Amber Stewart Ramsey was born July 17, 1950, in Johnson County, Texas to Lecil L & Sammie M Williams Stewart. She passed away October 31, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan, Texas.
Sereta grew up in Glen Rose, Texas, graduating from Glen Rose High School where she was Homecoming Queen, FFA Sweetheart and voted Most Beautiful in Sommervell County....
Karen Christine Hampton
Oct 21, 2025
Karen Christine Hampton, wife of KC Hampton passed away after being found unresponsive on Tuesday morning October 21. She was 62 years old.
Karen worked more than a quarter century for Dr. John W Harris DVM and his wife Mrs. Caroline Harris in Bryan Tx.
She leaves behind a loving husband, her mother, Susan Haught, an older brother Robert Haught, a nephew...
Louise Lewis
Oct 20, 2025
Louise Ann “Weezie” Lewis, entered into glory on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the age of 86. She fell asleep in her bed at Franklin Nursing & Rehab Facility in Franklin, Texas, and awoke in Heaven. Weezie was born on February 28, 1939 in Calvert, Texas, in Robertson County, Texas to John and Katie (Tusa) Lewis. She was a devout...
Charles "Chuck" T. Riddell
Oct 12, 2025
On October 12, 2025, Charles Terry Riddell, at age 62, was called home to live with his Lord and Savior. Chuck was born to George Terry and Elsie Marie Robbins Riddell on November 14, 1962, the day after his mom's 23rd birthday. He graduated from Hondo High School in May 1981. He had many close friends in school that stayed...
Jeryl Lynn Hay
Oct 4, 2025
Jeryl Lynn “Jerry” Hay passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family at the age of 88. She was born on January 22, 1937 at St. Joseph’s Infirmary in Houston, Texas. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Cleveland, Texas and also attended Calvary Baptist Church. She lived with her grandmother...
David Bert Vanadore
Oct 2, 2025
David’s life reflected Christ’s words in Matthew chapter 6.
“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth […] but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven […] For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
David was not concerned with material possessions but instead was most proud of his family, especially his 14 grandchildren who will always adore...
Donna L. Snell
Sep 14, 2025
Donna Lenora Snell passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025.
She was born on August 10, 1959, to Phil and June Snell.
She is survived by her sons, Roger Sanders and his wife, Jenna and Phillip Sanders and his wife Krystle, her brothers, Kenneth Snell and his wife, Becky and Steve Snell and his wife Jodi, her sister Freda Guzman and her...
Sue Nell Gandy
Sep 6, 2025
Sue Nell Gandy went to be with the Lord on September 6, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother whose love and faith blessed all who knew her.
Sue Nell was born in Seale, Texas to Alton Wallace and Betty Wallace. She married her true love, Henry Gandy in 1958. Their love for each other was immeasurable.
Throughout her life...
Deborah Ann Green Fatheree
Sep 4, 2025
Deborah Ann Green Fatheree, beloved wife, sister, aunt, friend, and tireless animal advocate, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025, at the age of 71. She was born on March 30, 1954, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to the late Calvin S. Green and Dorothy Buckley Green.
On August 13, 1981, Deb married the love of her life, Larry J. Fatheree,...
Robert Daniel Gonzalez
Aug 20, 2025
Robert Gonzalez, 71, passed away at his home in Hearne, Texas on August 20, 2025, after a lengthy battle with ALS.
He is survived by his beloved partner of 15 years, John Zeig, brothers Richard (wife Peggy) and Roland (wife Mary); nieces, nephews, many extended family members and friends; and treasured dog Evie. Robert was preceded in death by his parents,...
Henry E. Youngblood
Aug 5, 2025
The man. The myth. The legend. No truer words have defined a person. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, 95 years ago, Henry Youngblood was fiercely protective of his family and those he loved, including his precious wife of over 50 years, Ruby, and his beloved girls, Quinda and Dowana.
His quick wit was unmatched by anyone in his sphere, and he...
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