Obituaries
Michael Martin Vitek
Nov 22, 2025
Michael “Mike” Martin Vitek, 74, of West Columbia, TX, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, surrounded by loving family. He was born on June 9, 1951, in Wharton, TX, to Libert and Patricia Vitek. Mike grew up in Brazoria, TX, and attended Columbia High School, graduating in 1969. Following high school, he attended Wharton County Junior College and completed...
Earl Dean Vicars
Nov 20, 2025
Earl Dean Vicars, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully left this world on November 20, 2025, in Sugarland, Texas, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 3, 1937, in Tyler, Texas, Earl devoted his life to his family and his work, earning recognition as a steadfast and hardworking individual.
Earl proudly served his country in the...
Delbert Le'Roy Taylor
Nov 18, 2025
Funeral Mass for Delbert Le’Roy Taylor, 81 of Guy will be at 9 AM on December 2, 2025, at St Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church of Damon, 603 Mulcahy Ave., Damon, Texas 77430. The Rosary will begin at 8:30 AM. Burial will follow at Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Houston.
Delbert was born on March 27, 1944 in Webster, South Dakota to...
Ray Donald Fitterling
Nov 16, 2025
Ray Donald Fitterling, 92, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, at his home in West Columbia, TX. He was born on February 20, 1933, in Johnson County, Missouri to Raymond and Minnie (Shier) Fitterling. He married Shirley (Allworth) in September, 1956. They recently celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary.
He spent most of his life in Missouri where he graduated from...
Preacher Liebscher
Nov 14, 2025
Aurelius “Preacher” Liebscher died peacefully Friday November 14th in Houston. He was 95.
The fifth of six children and youngest son of the late Benhardt (Bennie) and Clara Hartmann Liebscher, he was born November 2, 1930, in La Grange, but lived the majority of his life in Brazoria County.
Well-known to many and well-liked by all, he earned the nickname “Preacher” early...
Michael Ray Rhoades
Nov 13, 2025
Michael Ray Rhoades, 70, of West Columbia, Texas, passed away on November 13, 2025.
Mike lived his life with a full heart and a vibrant spirit. He enjoyed a long career as a Mechanical Piping Superintendent, where he was known for his dedication, leadership, and the guidance he offered to those around him. Outside of work, he found his greatest joy...
Deborah Ann Rabe
Nov 9, 2025
Deborah Ann (Danford) Rabe, born on July 25, 1954, in Freeport, Texas, lived her life with joy, love, and an open heart. On November 9, 2025, in Houston, Texas, Deborah completed her earthly journey, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and a zest for life that will forever shine in the hearts of those who knew her.
For over 25 years,...
Lynnis Gail Burt
Nov 9, 2025
Lynnis Klahn Burt (1943-2025)
Lynnis Gail Burt, 82, was born in Bay City, TX on March 23, 1943 and passed away on Sunday November 9, 2025.
Lynnis is proceeded in death by her parents, Juanita and Bill Klahn. She is survived by her devoted husband of 64 years, John; sons Bruce Wayne and wife Rachel, and John Bradley; grandchildren; Jenipher Burt and...
Jerry Wayne Roye
Nov 9, 2025
Jerry Wayne Roye born 08/28/1941 passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025 surrounded by family. Jerry never met a stranger. Throughout his life, he was devoted to the things that mattered most to him: God, his family, and his friends. Whether you visited Fireplaces by Roye or simply encountered him in town, you were guaranteed to leave with a smile...
Betty Lorraine Cleveland
Nov 7, 2025
Betty Lorriane Cleveland
August 14, 1930 — November 7, 2025
Betty Lorriane Cleveland of Brazoria, Texas passed into the arms of Jesus on November 7, 2025, in Lake Jackson, Texas, at the age of 95. Betty is the daughter of the late Luke and Mary Lavinia Constantine Guidry. Betty’s mother passed away with tuberculosis in 1937. Her dad later married Annabell Dunn...
Michael Earl Danford
Nov 1, 2025
Michael Earl Danford
July 9, 1960 – November 1, 2025
Michael Earl Danford, age 65, of West Columbia, Texas, passed away on November 1, 2025. Michael was born on July 9, 1960, to Earl and Norma Danford in Freeport, Texas. He attended and graduated from Columbia High School.
Michael was a maintenance supervisor at DynMcDermott Petroleum at Bryan Mound for over 20 years...
Donna Grace Spearow
Nov 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donna Grace Spearow, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left this world on November 1, 2025, at the age of 71, in Lake Jackson, Texas. Born on May 25, 1954, in Wharton, Texas, Donna was known for her warmth, creativity, and dedication to those around her.
For over...
Lorrin James Batchelor
Oct 30, 2025
Lorrin James Batchelor, a dedicated Boilermaker and loving family man, passed away peacefully at home in Damon, Texas, on October 30, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on July 17, 1941, in Rosenberg, Texas, Lorrin devoted over 30 years to working as a Boilermaker for the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local 74. His commitment to his craft was matched...
Leota Jane Jinkins
Oct 29, 2025
Leota (Lee) J. Glover Jinkins of Hemphill, Texas passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025. Lee was born to the late Willis and Bernice Glover of Lake Jackson, TX on July 13, 1932.
Lee was a longtime resident of Lake Jackson and graduated from Brazosport High School where she was a member of the marching band. She, along with her husband...
Donna Ruth Loggins
Oct 26, 2025
Donna Ruth Chesney Loggins of West Columbia, Texas, passed away on October 26, 2025. She was born in Bay City, Texas, on November 25, 1934, to Ernest Holdon Chesney and Virginia Douglas Brunner.
Donna grew up on Main Street in West Columbia, where her parents owned Chesney’s Jewelry. She was one of the Boardwalk babies who spent childhood days between the...
William Louis Nawara
Oct 17, 2025
William Louis Nawara, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Needville, Texas on October 17,2025; at the age of 59 surrounded by his loving family.
Born on January 14, 1966, in Richmond, Texas, William became a passionate trade mechanic. He dedicated 40 years to honing his craft. For nearly 2 decades, he proudly worked...
Deborah "Debby" Muriel Thompson
Oct 7, 2025
Deborah “Debby” Muriel Thompson
January 4, 1950 – October 7, 2025
Deborah “Debby” Muriel Thompson, born on January 4, 1950, in Borger, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, in Sweeny, Texas. Debby dedicated many years to working in retail at Cowpokes in West Columbia, Texas—a career that reflected her deep appreciation for the culture and lifestyle she loved.
A passionate animal...
Melinda Sue McRae
Oct 4, 2025
Melinda “Sue” McRae of West Columbia, Tx age 76, went home to be with the Lord on October4, 2025 in Webster, TX. Sue was born September 24,1949 to the late Robert and Yolanda Wixom in Fort Worth, TX. She was the second oldest of 4 sisters.
She was a woman with a listening ear, a shoulder to cry on and lots...
Jennifer Ann Hair
Oct 3, 2025
Jennifer Ann Hair, 51, of Lake Jackson was born on April 2, 1974 in Gainsville, Texas to the parentage of Gary Eugene and Teresa Ann Muzny. She passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025 in Galveston, Texas surrounded by her loving family.
Jenni, as she was affectionately known, loved to laugh and being with her friends. She was always refinishing antiques...
James M. Childers, II
Sep 29, 2025
James M. Childers, II, affectionately known as "Chilli," passed away on September 29, 2025, in Houston, Texas, at the age of 83. Born on September 2, 1942, in Bay City, Texas, to the late Myrtle Ruth (Tollison) and James Millard Childers, Chilli dedicated his life to hard work and family, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him.
Throughout his...
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