Obituaries
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,...
Ernest Gordon Ellis
Jan 19, 2026
Ernest Gordon “Double E” Ellis, 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Hearne on Jan 19, 2026. He was surrounded by his devoted family.
Ernest was born in Midland, Texas on Feb 25, 1937, to Ernest Gordon Ellis Sr. and Pansy Nancy Nunley Ellis. His family moved often during his childhood due to his dad’s employment. Ernest attended school in...
Lee Byron Matysiak
Jan 18, 2026
Lee Byron Matysiak
July 30, 1956 - January 18, 2026
Beloved husband father and grandfather passed away peacefully surrounded by family.
Born at Searcy hospital in Hearne Texas to Frances Ruth Story Matysiak and John Paul Matysiak. Lee was raised in Hearne, Texas.
He proudly worked as a maintenance coordinator contractor for West Hollow Technology Center for 20 years in Houston Texas.
His interests were...
Donna Joyce Ditto
Jan 16, 2026
Donna Joyce Ditto (Huddleston) age 69 of Hearne Tx passed peacefully on January 16, 2026.
Born and raised in Houston until high school when she moved to Milano. She was a straight A student and graduated as Valedictorian of her class. She began an elementary education degree at Blinn college in Brenham Tx before leaving to start her family and a...
Tommy Lane Endlsey
Jan 7, 2026
Tommy Lane Endsley, 84, of Calvert, Texas, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Services will take place Saturday, January 17, 2026, and consist of a small graveside service with close family. If you are interested in attending, please contact one of his daughters for details. Tommy will be buried alongside his wife, Elizabeth Endsley, and daughter, Melissa Jane Endsley, at...
David Allen Dyess
Jan 4, 2026
David Allen Dyess, age 62, entered the arms of the Lord on January 4, 2026.
He was born on November 16, 1963, to Cumby and Elsie Dyess and grew up in Houston, Texas and later moved to Caldwell, Texas in 1981.
David loved to fish in Galveston and enjoyed being in nature. He would fish off the pier and beg to stay...
Thomas Louis Beltrand Jr.
Jan 2, 2026
Thomas was born in Bellaire, Texas, to Thomas L. Beltrand, Sr. and Constance W. Davenport, and grew up in College Station, Texas. He spent most of his life on the open road as a dedicated long-haul truck driver, a career he took great pride in. Known for his professionalism and commitment to safety, Thomas achieved an outstanding record of 2.5...
Lance Douglas Anderson
Dec 29, 2025
Lance Douglas Anderson, 63, passed away at home in Carlos in the devoted care of his wife, Tammye, on Monday, December 29, 2025, after a brief but fierce battle with glioblastoma.
Lance was born in Hearne, Texas, on June 7, 1962, to James Edison (Eddie) and Jane Hairston Anderson. Lance was the third child born to the family following older siblings...
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