Obituaries
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...
Dorthy Ann Rabe Fleetwood
Aug 4, 2025
Dorothy (Dot) Ann Rabe Fleetwood was born April 17, 1933, to J.G. Rabe and Dorothea Hanhart Rabe and went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 4, 2025. She lived in New Baden, Texas and grew up with two older sisters, Lucille and Hilda. She graduated valedictorian and football sweetheart from Franklin High School in 1950....
James Larry Vaughn
Aug 2, 2025
James Larry Vaughn, born November 26, 1940, passed away on August 2, 2025 at the age of 84. He passed in the comfort of his home in Tomball, Texas.
Larry was a true cowboy who had a love for breaking, training, and raising horses. His appreciation of the outdoors was well-documented in countless photos and home movies of camping, hunting, and...
Dennis Raymond Zeig
Aug 1, 2025
Dennis Raymond Zeig, 77, of Hearne, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 1st, 2025.
He was born in Hearne, Texas on June 10, 1948, and grew up in a family with 4 brothers and his sister.
He was a beloved husband of Sharon W. Zeig and loving father to Claire and Ashley. He was also a proud grandfather of Alyce, Christina, Angela,...
James "Jimmy" Edwin Janac
Jul 19, 2025
James “Jimmy” Edwin Janac, 75, passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2025, surrounded by love, memories, and the comfort of a life well lived.
A proud Hearne, Texas resident, Jimmy was a beloved husband, Dad, Pa, and friend to many. After dedicating years of service to the U.S. Post Office, he retired and settled into the roles he loved...
Kenneth Roy Byrd
Jul 16, 2025
Reverend Kenneth Roy Byrd, 87, of Hearne, Texas, went to be with his Lord on July 16, 2025, leaving a legacy of faith, kindness, and service to others. Born in Houston, Texas, on April 26, 1938, and raised there, Kenneth was the cherished son of Juel and Thelma Byrd, and a loving brother to six sisters and one brother, all...
Robert "Bo" Rose
Jul 16, 2025
Robert “Bo” Rose passed away on the morning of Wednesday, July 16th, at Baylor Scott and White hospital in College Station, Texas, with his family by his side.
Robert Wirt Rose was born February 20,1944, in Gause, Texas, to Lee Eugene and Lois (Roper) Rose. He graduated from Milano High School. He married Louise Darlene Kunkel on November 15, 1968. Together...
John Dell Owen-Smith
Jun 30, 2025
John Dell Owen Smith, 83, was born on June 1, 1942 to John George Owen and Eula Mae Williams.
She went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2025.
John Dell lived most of her life in Gause, Texas. Most people knew her by Johnnie Dell. She loved her family and her friends with all her heart and soul and would...
Francisco "Frank" Perez
Jun 27, 2025
We are saddened to announce the separation of Francisco Perez, Sr.
Born on October 4th, 1944, in Hammonds, Texas to Doroteo and SanJuana Perez.
In his last 44 years he lived in Hearne, Texas with his wife Ramana James.
Frank was blessed with 80 years of life until he passed away on June 27, 2025, and rested at home until his final day.
Frank...
Richard George Levan
Jun 25, 2025
Richard George Levan, a proud Vietnam Veteran passed away on June 25, 2025.
He was born on May 17, 1953, in Mount Holly, NJ.
He was a beloved husband to Donna Levan who passed away on December 7, 2019.
A devoted father to 3 kids, Nancy (Ross) Schmitt, Raymond (Mary) Levan and Richard (Evelyn) Levan. He has 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
He...
Sandra Darlene Seay
Jun 20, 2025
Today we celebrate Sandra Darlene Seay, 79, of Bryan, Texas. Sandy was born on October 20, 1946 in Galveston, TX and lost her battle with leukemia on June 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Sandy left behind a legacy of love, strength, humor and generosity. Sandy never met a stranger as her innate nature led her to strike up...
Manuel L. Magallanes
Jun 19, 2025
With deep sadness we announce the passing of Manuel Luna Magallanes of Hearne, Texas at the age 87 on June 19, 2025. Manuel was born on March 29, 1938 in Zacatecas, Mexico to Victor Magallanes Alvarez and Mercedes Luna del Real. Manuel was a farmer for 44.5 years before joining the Hearne Housing Authority from 2005 to 2015. He was...
Vincent Reed
Jun 8, 2025
Vincent Allen Reed, 68, passed away on June 8, 2025, at his home in Hearne, Texas. He was born on September 24, 1956, to the late Earl D. and Frances J. (Dixon) Reed of Des Moines, Iowa.
Vince was a graduate of Coronado High School, El Paso, Texas in May, 1975.He served in the United States Navy until 1995. He held...
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