Obituaries

Rosemarie Gonzalez Ybarra

Rosemarie Gonzalez Ybarra

Jun 19, 2023

 

Rosemarie Gonzalez Ybarra, aged 62, a beloved mother, wife, daughter, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed into her eternal life in heaven on June 19, 2023, in Bryan/College Station, Texas. She was born on April 4, 1961, to Baldomero C. Gonzalez and Estefana Bustos Barrera in Sanderson, Texas. Rosemarie is survived by her children, Rolando (Krystal) Ybarra Jr., Michael (Lindsey)...

Robert "Bobby" Boggan "Bobcat"

Robert "Bobby" Boggan "Bobcat"

Jun 11, 2023

 

Robert Wayne Boggan, 72, of Hearne, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, June 11, 2023, after a brief battle with Leukemia.  Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 5-7 PM at Memorial Funeral Home in Hearne, Texas.  Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 16, 2023, at Memorial...

Maria Margarita Mandujano Pina

Maria Margarita Mandujano Pina

May 11, 2023

Maria Margarita Mandujano nació el 12 de Agosto del ano 1963 en Guanajuato, México, y vivió una parte significativa de su vida en el rancho de la Hacienda de la Ordeña. Fue allí donde encontró la segunda parte de su vida junto a Remigio Piña.En el año 1982, decidieron unir sus vidas en matrimonio y, poco después, Remigio trajo a...

Alfred Ray Coats

Alfred Ray Coats

May 9, 2023

Alfred Ray Coats, Sr went to his heavenly eternal home on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023, surrounded by his loving family after bravely fighting complications of a stroke.  He was born on December 7, 1936, in Morton, Texas to his parents Olin B. and Margie Spivey Coats.

Al spent his early years living and working on the dry farmlands of west...

Greyson Jamiere Demeritt

Greyson Jamiere Demeritt

Apr 27, 2023

 

Greyson Jamiere Demeritt was born to Timothy Demeritt Jr., and Valerie Lopez on Thursday, April 27, 2023. On that same day, Greyson was called to be with the Lord. 

Greyson is survived by his parents, a sibling, Melanie Demeritt-Hilliard, grandparents Lakita and Corey Burns, Frances and Filemon Lopez, and Timothy Demeritt Sr., Uncles Alijah Demeritt, Matthew Barrera, Paul Lopez,...

Masimino "MiMi" Vargas

Masimino "MiMi" Vargas

Apr 25, 2023

 

June 8, 1936 – April 25, 2023

 

Masimino “Mi Mi” Vargas 86, passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at Legacy Health and Rehab in Bryan, TX.

 

Masimino was born June 8, 1936 in Hearne, TX the son of the late Benita and Juan Vargas. He worked at Sparkle Ice in Hearne for many years and retired from...

Jimmy Dale Contreras

Jimmy Dale Contreras

Apr 22, 2023

Jimmy Dale Contreras, age 45 passed away on April 23, 2023.

He was born June 11th 1977 in Hearne, Texas, to Patricia and Jimmy Smith. He was the oldest of 4 boys.

 Jimmy married Melissa Contreras and they shared a life together in Hearne.

He leaves behind 3 brothers Gary, Marvin,& Jonathan, 7 children   Alex, Angelica,  Allan, Joe, Eric,...

Gloria Ann White

Gloria Ann White

Apr 22, 2023

Gloria Ann White, age 82, passed away with her three loving daughters by her side, on Saturday, April 22, 2023. 

She was born on Christmas Eve, 1940, the daughter of Bud and Marie Reed.

Gloria married Eugene White on May 28, 1983 and from this union, love and laughter brought together two families. 

She will be remembered as a wife,...

Tom "Paco" Campos

Tom "Paco" Campos

Apr 10, 2023

 

Tom “Paco” Campos, 89, of Bryan, TX was called home on April 10, 2023 in Bryan.  Celebration of Life Services will be held on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Memorial Funeral Home in Hearne, TX at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at Providence Cemetery in Branchville, TX.  

Tom was born in San Gabriel, TX on October 16, 1933 to...

Bonnie J Malkey

Bonnie J Malkey

Apr 9, 2023

 

Bonnie Jean Moore Malkey, age 80, passed away April 9th with her family by her side.

She was born on May 23rd, 1942, the daughter of James E. Moore and Faye Vann Moore.

Bonnie met the love of her life at the school house, in Waco, TX, during a children’s program.

They were married on January 8th 1972, and...

Lana Dianne Hoyt Russell

Lana Dianne Hoyt Russell

Apr 8, 2023

Lana Diane Hoyt -Russell, 75, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023 at her home in Hearne, Texas. Services will take place Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church in Hearne, TexasDiane was born on May 8, 1947 to Odis and Thelma Hoyt. She was a lifelong resident of Hearne. Before Diane's health declined, she experienced life...

James Wilburn Dixon

James Wilburn Dixon

Mar 29, 2023

 

James Wilburn Dixon, 76, of Franklin Texas, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2023.

 

His beautiful blue eyes and sweet smile will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

James was born on August 1, 1946 to Ernest Wilburn and Marie A. Rodgers Dixon in Cherokee County, Texas.

 

After graduating from high school James joined the...

Ramona Mendoza

Ramona Mendoza

Mar 24, 2023

Ramona DeLeon Mendoza, age 89, passed away on March 24, 2023. She was born in Rio Hondo, Texas  on March 28, 1933 to Felix and Maria DeLeon.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Magdaleno Mendoza, daughter Lydia Mendoza and her son Magdaleno Mendoza Jr.

She is survived by four children, Guadalupe Mata and husband, Carlos Ruiz of Hearne,...

Steven Clark Gable

Steven Clark Gable

Mar 18, 2023

In the early morning hours of March 18, 2023, Steven Clark Gable, son and brother, was called home. Steven was born on May 20, 1971 to Chalmers and Elaine Gable.

       Steven is preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents, brother-in-law Kyle Voss, stepsister Traci Timmins and nephew Ryan Riojas.

       He is survived...

Jose "Capo" Tovias

Jose "Capo" Tovias

Mar 15, 2023

Jose “Capo” Tovias passed away peacefully on March 15th, 2023.He was born on November 25th, 1984 in Hearne Texas.

He was a loving and wonderful son, brother, friend, and loved one to many.

More than anything, Capo loved spending time with his mom, and making memories with his friends and family. He enjoyed listening to music, cooking, and watching his...

Kathryn Owings

Kathryn Owings

Mar 9, 2023

Kathryn “Kitty” Owings died peacefully in her sleep just before dawn on Thursday. March 9th, in Bryan, Texas at the age of 97 years old. She is preceded by her loving husband, Johnny. She is survived by her 3 children: Nancy and Doug Crouch, Molly and Bill Schraub, and Scott and Lisa Owings. Her six grandchildren, Josh, Zack and Kaitlin...

Sandra Ruth Slay-Timko

Sandra Ruth Slay-Timko

Jan 31, 2023

Sandra Ruth Slay-Timko, passed away unexpectedly on January 31, 2023 at her home after a short illness.  She was only 72 years old.  Sandra, known as Nonni to her grandchildren, died quietly, in the same way she lived.  The family is deeply saddened and shocked by her sudden death.  Sandra was born on February 26, 1950 in Cameron, TX to...

Thomas Melvin "Mel" Davenel

Thomas Melvin "Mel" Davenel

Jan 31, 2023

Mel Davenel fought a good fight that ended peacefully on January 31, 2023.

On June 12, 1951, Leon and Ruth Davenel welcomed a son, Mel Davenel, born in Hearne, Texas.  He joined an older brother, Phil. Mel attended the Hearne Independent School District graduating from Hearne High School in 1969.  After high school, Mel attended Lamar State College of Technology...

Rose Castilleja

Rose Castilleja

Jan 30, 2023

 

Rose Marie Ruiz Castilleja was born on December 1, 1953 to George and Josephine L. Ruiz of Hearne, and she remained in Hearne until she passed away on January 30, 2023.

Survivors include:

Her husband of 49 years, Uvaldo (Rudy) Castilleja of Hearne.

Sons: Michael Castilleja and his wife O’Breka of Bryan, David Castilleja of College Station

 Alfonso (Ponch)...

Juan Garcia

Juan Garcia

Jan 23, 2023

Juan Garcia of Hearne, TX was born March 16, 1924 to Apolonio and Isabel Garcia. He passed away Monday, January 23, 2023 at the age of 98 years. Juan was the fourth of six children. He married Josefina Chavez in San Benito, TX, on March 21, 1948. They later moved to Hearne. They were married for 62 years and to this...