Obituaries

James "Jimmy" Edwin Janac

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

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

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...

Francisco "Frank" Perez

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

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

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

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

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...

Jean Harlow Clark

Jean Harlow Clark

Jun 5, 2025

Jean Harlow (Hartman) Clark, 91, passed away on June 5, 2025 at her daughter’s residence in Hearne, Texas. She was born on October 5, 1933, to the late Clarence E. and Rosa A.(Belskamper) Hartman in Moweaqua, Illinois. On December 17, 1950, she married Frances Albert “Frank” Clark. On May 8, 2008, he preceded her in death.

Jean was born into a...

John Dell Owen-Smith

John Dell Owen-Smith

May 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...

Manuel Ortiz Martinez

Manuel Ortiz Martinez

May 19, 2025

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Manuel Ortiz Martinez on May 19, 2025, in Hearne, Texas.

Manuel was born on June 19, 1969, in Jimenez Chihuahua Mexico.

He was a great father and grandfather.

He was known for his spicy personality and would give anyone the shirt off his back to help them.

Manuel worked for Wichita Metal Products for 29 years...

Dustin Taylor

Dustin Taylor

May 11, 2025

Dustin was born on January 3rd, 1986, in Houston TX. 

He is known as Dusty by family and friends.

 Dustin is survived by his two children, Daughter Isabella Taylor, Son Dawson Taylor, Mother Tammy Neal, Father David Taylor, Sister Tracy Taylor, Two Nieces Faith Miles / Kinsley McDermand, Grandmother / Grandfather Betty and Donald Taylor, Grandmother Sharon Fuentes, Grandfather Kenneth Wright, Aunts...

Mikel Ray Windham

Mikel Ray Windham

May 9, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and a profound love that we announce the passing of Mikel Ray Windham. On May 9, 2025, at age 79, Mike peacefully went home and entered the arms of the Lord. A man of integrity, faith, and unwavering love for his family.

Born in Woodworth, Louisiana, on January 25th, 1946, to Ray and Sybil Windham, Mike...

Patsy Ruth Anthis-Vaughn

Patsy Ruth Anthis-Vaughn

May 9, 2025

Patsy was known to most as “NANNY”. Nanny left her earthly home here with us on May 9, 2025, at the young age of 78 years old to spend eternity at her new home with Jesus in Heaven.

She will be welcomed there by her biological father Jim Anthis and her Mom and Dad Eddie and Dora Musgrave along with many...

Laura Valtierra

Laura Valtierra

May 8, 2025

Laura was born May 30,1967, in Irapuato, Guanajuato Mexico to Jose Ramirez and Maria Juana Carmen Anaya. She was the second oldest of six siblings, 2 brothers and 3 sisters- both brothers predeceased.

As a young teen she was a hard worker to help her family where needed. She enjoyed going to the catholic church in her town where she would...

Elsa Carolyn Thames Sanders

Elsa Carolyn Thames Sanders

May 7, 2025

Elsa Carolyn Thames Sanders, 89, passed away on May 7, 2025 in Waco, Texas.

Born on June 28, 1935, Elsa grew up in Hearne, Texas, and graduated as valedictorian from Hearne High School in 1953.

She continued her education at Baylor University, earning her degree in 1957. She taught school briefly and was a homemaker.

Elsa was preceded in death by her husband,...

Earl Capps

Earl Capps

May 5, 2025

Earl Capps, of Calvert, Texas born on September 12, 1941, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025 at the age of 83.

Earl was preceded in death by his parents Joe and Adell Capps; daughter Cynthia Capps; great grandson Gavin Foulch; and numerous brothers and sisters in laws.

Earl was survived by his wife of 62 years, Lois Capps; his son and...

Dorothy "Dot" Doherty

Dorothy "Dot" Doherty

Apr 28, 2025

Dorothy Jean Irwin Doherty, 92 of Hearne, Texas went home to be with the Lord on the morning of April 28, 2025. Dot was born June 23, 1932 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to Frank and Thelma Irwin. She was the fifth of six children. The family moved to Waco when Dot was a young child, and she graduated from Waco...

Yulissa Denise Martinez

Yulissa Denise Martinez

Apr 17, 2025

Yulissa Denise Martinez, 24, lifetime resident of Hearne, entered the arms of the Lord on April 17, 2025.

Yulissa was born at St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan, Texas, on July 28, 2000. She is the daughter of Juan Carlos and Rosalinda Martinez.

She went to East Side Elementary School and Hearne High School. Towards the end, her teachers started coming to her...

Carolyn Ann Lucas

Carolyn Ann Lucas

Apr 11, 2025

Carolyn Ann Lucas (Bomnskie) entered into the arms of the Lord on April 11th, 2025.

Carolyn was born in Houston, Texas on November 17th, 1943, the daughter of Minnie and Henry Kizer Bomnskie & Granddaughter of William L. & Lucy Elizabeth (Blazek) Luther.

Carolyn’s first marriage was to Charles (Tom) Andrus on May 5th, 1961, with whom she had 4 children: Debbie,...