Obituaries
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...
Carolyn J. Conn “Mimi”
May 27, 2026
Carolyn, our beloved wife, mother, Mimi, aunt, and friend, was called home by the Lord on Wednesday May 27, 2026 at the Franklin Nursing Home. Carolyn Juanita (Cawthon) Conn was born on December 7, 1938 in Childress, Texas, to Velma Rudene (Mullins) and Walter (Tead) Cooper Cawthon. She grew up in north Texas and also spent time attending school in...
Anita Lavon Scarpinato
May 8, 2026
Anita Lavon Gray Scarpinato, beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of Christ, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord, after a sudden and brief battle with brain cancer, at the age of 83.
Lavon was born on January 18, 1943, in Stamford, Texas, to Elsie Mae Meadors and Marshall Otis Merryman of the Camp Creek/New Baden area....
Dr. Casey Leighton Thomas, DVM
Apr 24, 2026
Dr. Casey Leighton Thomas, DVM, born August 7, 1955, to William and Marjorie Thomas, passed away on April 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Casey was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of faith whose life was defined by love, service, and compassion for both animals and others. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife,...
Claudia Ann Ramsay
Apr 22, 2026
Claudia Ann McCollum Ramsay, 94, passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Claudia was born on September 20, 1931, in Hearne, Texas to O.H. and Aba (McMordie) McCollum. She graduated from Hearne High School and then went on to earn an education degree at TCU. While at TCU she met a handsome...
Uvaldo "Rudy" Castilleja
Apr 17, 2026
Uvaldo "Rudy" Castilleja was born on October 22, 1952, to Alfonso Sr. and Chavela Castilleja of Calvert, Texas. He married the love of his life, Rose Marie Ruiz Castilleja in 1973, where they resided for 49 years in Hearne, Texas.
Survivors include:
Sons: Michael Castilleja Sr. (O'Breka) of Bryan, David Castilleja Sr. of College Station, and Alfonso "Ponch" Castilleja (Savannah) of Cameron
Daughters:...
Timothy Jason Hawkins
Apr 14, 2026
Timothy Jason Hawkins, known lovingly as Jason or Tim, passed away on April 11, 2026, at the age of 33.
Jason was born on June 14, 1992, in Katy, Texas, and spent most of his young life in Houston and Waller, Texas. He carried with him a quiet strength and a thoughtful presence that those closest to him will always remember....
Jerry Mack Hoyt
Apr 10, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Pastor Jerry Mack Hoyt went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2026.
Born July 8, 1941, to Mack William Hoyt and Mary Elizabeth Hughes in Brazos County, Texas.
He attended Elementary through High School in Hearne, Texas.
After graduation from Hearne High School, Jerry joined the Army and became...
Dennis Cook
Mar 26, 2026
Dennis Cook, 71, of Calvert, Texas, passed away on March 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Dennis was born on January 29, 1955, in Hearne, Texas. He spent much of his life working as a construction worker and climbing telephone poles, a job that reflected his strong work ethic and determination. In 1989, Dennis suffered a life-altering fall...
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