Obituaries
Ralph Mendoza Trujillo Jr.
Oct 14, 2026
In loving memory of Ralph Mendoza Trujillo Jr. April 28, 1947 - October 14, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved Ralph Trujillo Mendoza Jr who left this world peacefully on October 14, 2026, at the age of 79.
Ralph Mendoza Trujillo Jr was a devoted father, grandfather, husband, son, brother, uncle, godfather and friend whose warmth and...
Carl Franklin Miller III
Oct 6, 2026
Carl Franklin Miller III, 47, of Cibolo, Texas, passed away on October 6, 2026. He was born on October 11, 1978, in Hearne, Texas, and grew up in Hearne before making his home in Cibolo.
To his friends, he was known as Carl. To his grandchildren, he was lovingly known as “Fat Pops.” But to those who knew him best, he...
Aden Douglas Tuttle
Sep 28, 2026
Aden Douglas Tuttle was born on September 23, 1938, in Groesbeck, Texas to parents, Leland and Winnie. He grew up in Prairie Hill with five siblings, Leland “Junior”, Helen, Jerry, Betty and Arlie. He went through 10th grade, until he came home one day with all D’s on his report card, then he decided to drop out and go to...
Linda Joy (Payne) Cornelius
Sep 26, 2026
Linda (Payne) Cornelius was born on December 29, 1946, in Cameron, Texas, to James and Frances Williams Payne. She graduated from Milano High School and was a dedicated employee for many years at P&M State Bank/First Victoria in Hearne.
Growing up, Linda and her family spent hours every weekend playing dominoes, mainly 42 with family and friends. On August 29, 1970,...
Michael Richard Shear
Sep 23, 2026
Michael Richard Shear passed away on September 23, 2026. He was born on February 20, 1979, in Bryan, Texas.
Michael was a proud Aggie whose life reflected both devotion and warmth. He attended A&M Consolidated, where he served as president of his senior class and graduated in 1997. He continued his education at ATM, earning his bachelor’s degree in accounting in...
Joel David Charlton
Sep 17, 2026
Joel D Charlton
April 9, 1984
September 17,2026
He leaves behind his mom Shirley Charlton, father Danal Charlton a sister Tina Blick Ward(Eddie)a brother Derrick Charlton, niece Kayla Blick, nephew Kenneth Workmon jr, nephew Brandon Workmon, (Zai) nephew Jordan Workmon (Cora)… 7 great nieces and nephews and1 great great nephew.. aunts , uncles , cousins and a very dear friend Josh Bishop..
Joel is...
Gina Alene Jones
Sep 11, 2026
Gina Alene Jones, 40, of Bryan, Texas, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026. She was born on July 4, 1986, in Bryan, Texas. Her surviving parents are Roy Gordon Jones, North Zulch, Texas, and Jennifer Jo Gooden, College Station, Texas.
Gina was a passionate, loving, strong woman who lived life with her whole heart. She worked hard to build a...
Alexandria Celeste Gonzales
Aug 27, 2026
Alexandria Celeste Gonzales., age 30, of Hearne, Texas, went to be with Jesus on Monday, August 27, 2026. Born on September 27, 1995, in Bryan, Texas.
Raised in Hearne under the devoted care of her grandfather, Trinidad Gonzales and grandmother/mother Victoria Gonzales, Celeste grew up as a free spirit and strong. She was a beautiful young woman whose unique spirit touched...
Ronald Lee Sanders
Aug 19, 2026
Ronald Lee Sanders, 70, of Franklin, Texas passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Ronald was born on September 29, 1955, to John T. and Mozelle Sanders in Rockdale, Texas. After graduating from Franklin High School, Class of 1974, he married the love of his life Sharon Sanders on June 21, 1975. Ronald loved God, his family...
Laura Lynn Woods-Willis
Aug 18, 2026
Laura was a truly remarkable woman — selfless, loving, compassionate, generous, and resilient, with a strength that never wavered and a heart that was always open to others. She consistently put the needs of those she loved before her own, never hesitating to lend a hand, offer a comforting word, or simply be there for someone who needed her. Her...
Alexander Ray Gonzales Jr.
Aug 10, 2026
Alexander "AJ" Ray Gonzales Jr., age 30, of Hearne, Texas, went to be with Jesus on Monday, August 10, 2026. Born on July 23, 1996, in Bryan, Texas, to Alexander Ray Gonzales Sr. and Crystal Lejia, AJ was a light in the lives of everyone blessed enough to know him.Raised in Hearne under the devoted care of his grandparents, Trinidad...
Jerry Eugene Conn
Aug 8, 2026
Jerry Eugene Conn, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend, passed away August 8, 2026, in Franklin, Texas, at the age of 92. Born February 16, 1934, in Childress, Texas, Jerry lived a life marked by devotion to his family, hard work, and deep faith in God.
Jerry was the oldest child of Merrell H. Conn and Ruby Nell...
Michael Thomas Wright
Aug 1, 2026
Michael Thomas Wright, 43, of Calvert, Texas, passed away on August 1, 2026, in Calvert.
He was born on September 16, 1982, in Bryan, Texas, and spent his childhood growing up in both College Station and Calvert.
Michael was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend whose thirst for knowledge, deep sense of wonder, and adventurous spirit left a lasting impression...
Dee Bonorden "Poppy"
Jul 22, 2026
Dorothy Ann “Dee” Edwards Bonorden was born in Beeville, Bee County, Texas on 21 January 1941 to C. A. “Oscar” and Alma Vinson Edwards. She was raised in Sinton and Corpus Christi, Texas. She attended Ray High School until her sophomore year, graduating high school in 1959 from Victoria High School, Victoria, Texas. She continued her education at Baylor University....
Betty L Taylor
Jul 13, 2026
Betty Louise Williams Taylor passed away on July 13, 2026.
She was born on January 4, 1943 in Houston, Texas, where she was raised by her parents B.W. and Myra Louise Williams.
She attended M.B. Smiley High School and during this time she met and married the love of her life, Donald Dewayne Taylor on June 17, 1959.
Betty was a homemaker for...
Francis Darnell Threadgill
Jul 13, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Francis Darnell Threadgill, who passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on August 30, 1939, in Franklin, TX she was the cherished daughter of Britt and Ora Meadors.
Darnell dedicated her life to her family and her career as...
Kenneth Lee Stutts
Jul 1, 2026
Kenneth Lee Stutts, 81, of Wheelock, Texas, peacefully passed away on July 1, 2026, with his family at his side. After being diagnosed with T-cell lymphoma in 2023, Kenneth faced the years that followed with remarkable courage, quiet strength, and unwavering faith.
Kenneth was born on February 18, 1945, at St. Joseph Infirmary in Houston, Texas. As a young child, his...
Stetson Ryder Caywood
Jun 20, 2026
Our bright and beautiful little boy, Stetson Ryder Caywood, 2, of Rockdale, Texas earned his angel wings on June 20, 2026. Born on March 19, 2024 to loving parents Charles and Kelsey.
Stetson filled lives with endless love and light. Though his time with us was brief, we cherished everyday with him as he was a true gift from God. He...
Alvin Glenn Luster
Jun 15, 2026
Alvin Glenn Luster went to be with the Lord on June 15, 2026, at the age of 79.
Glenn was born February 14, 1947, to Harold Holman and Mary Lavenia Luster in San Antonio, Texas.
He married his true love Mary Louise Reistino Luster in 1964, together they shared 62 years of marriage and had 3 children, Phillip, Ben and Tony Joe.
A...
Forrest Wayne McCormick
Jun 9, 2026
Forrest Wayne McCormick passed away peacefully at his home just outside of Hearne, Texas, on the afternoon of June 9, 2026. He was 92 years old.
Wayne was born in Hearne on July 13, 1933, to Coan Forest ("C.F.") McCormick and Johnnie Starkey McCormick. He was the eldest of two sons, and he and his younger brother, Melvin, shared a remarkably...

