Obituaries
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...
William Kent Brunette
Mar 22, 2026
William Kent Brunette, affectionately known as Kent, passed away on March 22, 2026, at St. Joseph Bryan.
Born on October 14, 1953, in Cameron, Texas, Kent’s life was marked by a distinguished career, deep community involvement, and a profound love for family and friends.
Kent completed his secondary education at Hearne High School before pursuing higher education at the University of Texas....
Dean Lewis
Mar 13, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Willie Dean Lewis, beloved wife of Roy and mother of 6 children. Dean passed away after a prolonged illness on March 13, 2026 at the age of 92, surrounded by her loving family in her home in Milano, Texas.
Willie Dean Moore Lewis was born on November 5, 1933 to...
Victor V Cortez, Sr.
Mar 13, 2026
Victor Vicente Cortez, Sr., age 88, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026.
He was born to Dolores and Maria del Carmen Ledesma Cortez on January 22, 1938, in Laredo, Texas.
Victor went to school until 8th grade and in 1972, he transferred to GATX in Hearne, Texas from East Chicago, Indiana to be closer to his mother, who lived in San...
Donald Glen "Donnie" Robertson
Mar 4, 2026
Donald Glen “Donnie” Robertson, of Hankamer, passed away on March 4, 2026.
Donnie was born December 5, 1948 in Baytown, Texas, to Lee Allison Robertson Sr. and Dorothy Jean Robertson. He grew up in Baytown where he was active in the Boy Scouts and attained his Eagle Scout award. He spent much of his youth hunting and fishing with his two...
Mathis Marion Ottea III
Feb 25, 2026
Mathis M Ottea III was born on May 27, 1953, to Mathis Marion (Mat) Ottea, Jr. and Melva Louese Ottea and passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 25, 2026.
He was born at Mitchel Field AFB, Long Island, NY, and was raised in Mumford, Texas. He graduated from Hearne High School in 1970 and attended Texas A&M University, pursuing...
Amy Michelle Riley
Feb 22, 2026
Amy Michelle Riley was born on September 19, 1970, to Bonnie Morgan and Carl W. Riley, LCpl, U.S. Marine Corps, in Hearne, Texas. From an early age, family was central to Amy’s life. She proudly became a big sister to her brother, Jeremy. In 1976, she became the daughter of James “Squeaky” Fuchs and once again stepped into the role...
Juanita Castilleja Ramirez
Feb 14, 2026
Juanita "Janie" Castilleja, Ramirez
Janie was born on July 6, 1958, in Waco, to "Poncho” and "Chavela" Castilleja, she Was the youngest of 9 children. From birth to the age of 14 she was raised by her grandmother, "Ama Belen, " until her passing, then, Janie moved to Calvert, to live with her parents and siblings.
She attended Calvert High and that's...
Marsha Lee Hellner
Feb 9, 2026
Marsha Lee “Nana” Hellner, 73, of Bryan, Texas, passed away on February 9, 2026.
She was born on May 29, 1952, in Hearne, Texas.
Marsha lived a life rooted in love for her family and the simple joys that brought her happiness.
Marsha was a devoted wife to her late husband, Howard Hellner. Together they built a life filled with enduring love and...
Robert Franklin Richards
Feb 8, 2026
Staff Sergeant Robert Franklin (Bob/Rich) Richards has gone to be with the Lord on February 8, 2026.
Born August 6, 1928 to Robert Franklin and Esther Hardwick Richards in Janesville Illinois.
He attended Janesville Elementary School.
He joined the marines in 1944, at the age of 16 and served eight years. After being honorably discharged he joined the Army and served until retiring...
Samy H. Young
Jan 31, 2026
Samy Howard Young was born in Bryan, TX. April 24, 1956 he peacefully entered his eternal home on January 31, 2026 at the age of 69 years old.
Samy started his relationship with Michelle the love of his life in 2004 gaining two step children Larry and Jenny. After starting their life together, they lived in Alaska for several years running...
Richard Garcia Villalpando
Jan 25, 2026
Richard Villalpando was born on September 28, 1957, to Manuel and Jessie Villalpando in Mumford, Texas, where he grew up alongside his brothers: Robert, Roy, and Michael on the DeStefano farm.
Richard’s childhood included memories of making toys from tree branches and summers chopping cotton using irrigation ditches to cool off after long days in the heat. Baseball became a central...
Jason Dean Rose Jr.
Jan 21, 2026
Jason Dean Rose Jr AKA Lil Jason by family, J Rose by friends, 29, found peace on January 21, 2026 at Baylor, Scott and White Medical Center, Temple.
He was surrounded by devoted family, and friends. Jason was born in Bryan, Texas on February 8, 1996 to Jason and Jana Rose.
Jason was raised in Gause, Texas. He attended school in Mumford,...
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