Obituaries

Jul 6, 2025

Robert Paul Kuban III

September 12th, 1955 – July 6th, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Kuban, who departed this life on July 6th at the age of 69.

Robert was born on September 12th, 1955, in Richmond Texas, to Willie Mae Kuban and Robert Kuban II of Needville. He lived a life marked by following...

Jul 4, 2025

Robert B. Kelly died peacefully on July 4th, 2025 surrounded by loving family.

He was born in Glendale, California on Nov. 21, 1929, to Donald and Jeanette Kelly. They moved to Wichita Falls, Texas before his first birthday, so he considered himself a Texan. He grew up in Wichita Falls and graduated from high school in 1946. In his senior year...

Jul 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Phil Edmonson

John Phillip Edmonson, born October 11, 1984, in Galveston, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, after a sudden illness. He left this world far too soon, but anyone who knew Phil knows his memory will forever stay young in our hearts.

Phil had a gift for making people laugh with his quick wit and...

Jul 4, 2025

Dean Kersh, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away on July 4th, surrounded by loved ones.

Dean was born on June 3, 1939 to Elroy and Merle Kersh. He was the proud oldest brother of five boys. He attended Hallettsville High School where he spent most of his time participating in various sports; he famously scored 67 points...

Jul 2, 2025

Clarence E. Bosarge was called home by his Savior on Wednesday, June 2, 2025. Clarence was an incredible man who loved Jesus with all his heart. As a devoted Christ-follower, serving the Lord in every aspect of his life was truly his first and foremost priority. That was evident in everything he did, but especially in the way that he...

Jun 29, 2025

Linda Azbell Johnson was born on August 17, 1947, in Smithville, Texas, to Edith Pauline Perkins and Charles Horace Azbell. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. From a young age, Linda radiated warmth, humor, and a strong sense of loyalty that remained constant throughout her life.

In 1965, she married Johnny Johnson, and together they raised...

Jun 28, 2025

Jun 26, 2025

Thomas Dean Williamson, a beloved family man and esteemed engineer, passed away on June 26, 2025, in Sweeny, Texas, at the age of 74. Born on October 8, 1950, in Luling, Texas, Thomas lived a life marked by dedication to his profession and profound love for his family.

Throughout his career as an engineer, Thomas exemplified commitment and diligence, earning the...

Jun 26, 2025

On October 5, 1956 God gifted Eric James Waddy, Sr and Mary Bell Frazier Waddy with a son whom they named Bruce Edwin Waddy affectionately known as “Skeeter”.

Bruce was born in Bay City, Texas and was reared in both Sweeny, Texas and Woodsboro, Texas. He graduated from Sweeny High School from the class of 1975. He became gainfully employed in...

Jun 25, 2025

John Elbert Cothron, an avid truck driver, passed away on June 25, 2025, in West Columbia, Texas. Born on July 13, 1966, in Sweeny, Texas, John dedicated many years of his life to his profession as an 'Over the road' truck driver, traversing the highways and byways of the country. His commitment to his career exemplified his hardworking spirit and...

Jun 25, 2025

VERNON ODELL POLK WAS BORN JANUARY 26,1954 TO THE LATE BILLIE POLK AND CHERRIE LEE EDISON POLK. HE WAS THE THIRD CHILD BORN INTO THIS UNION.

HE WAS BAPTIZED AT AN EARLY AGE BY REV. R. H. PAIGE AND ATTENDED VINEGROVE CHRISTIAN CHURCH. HE ATTENDED PUBLIC SCHOOL IN VAN VLECK, TEXAS AND GRADUATED WITH THE CLASS OF 1972.  HE ALSO ATTENDED...

Jun 23, 2025

Everett was born in Riverton Wyoming November 23, 1936 to parents Hogan and JennieAsbell Dudley. He passed peacefully in his daughter and son in laws home in West Columbia, Texas on June 23, 2025.

Everett was preceded in death by his wife of 56 and a half years Gloria Tilley Dudley, whom he loved dearly. His parents Hogan and Jennie Dudley,...

Jun 22, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Hammond, 83, lovingly known as Kenny, passed away June 22, 2025, surrounded by family and friends at his home outside of West Columbia, Texas.

Raised in East Columbia, Texas, Kenny was a true cowboy, tending to his family’s horses and cattle from an early age. After graduating from Columbia High School, he enlisted in the army. Upon completing his...

Jun 19, 2025

Services to be held privately.

Jun 19, 2025

Jun 18, 2025

 Timothy Greene Pettigrew September 3, 1962 – June 18, 2025

Timothy Greene Pettigrew, 62, of Sweeny, Texas, peacefully passed away at home on June 18, 2025. Born on September 3, 1962, at Matagorda General Hospital to Delmar and Edna Earl Pettigrew, Tim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, whose life was defined by generosity, service, and an enduring commitment...

Jun 17, 2025

Cynthia Diane “Cindy” Jacobs passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital in Houston, Texas, at the age of 72. Born on June 15, 1953, in Bay City, Texas, Cindy lived a life defined by resilience, compassion, and fierce independence.

She was the devoted mother of Robert Jacobs and his wife Lacy of Wimberley, Texas, and Chris...

Jun 15, 2025

Jean Erin Rhodes, 62, of West Columbia ascended quietly into the arms of God, finding her heavenly rest on Sunday, June 15, 2025

Jean was born on July 30, 1962, in Bay City, Texas, to Thomas Reneau and Wynell Sheffield.

Jean cherished moments spent with her grandkids. She enjoyed reading, watching documentaries and rescuing animals. Additionally, she took pleasure in taking trips...

Jun 13, 2025

Kathryn Goolsby, 76, of Brazoria, passed peacefully from this life into the arms of her loving Savior on June 13, 2025, with her beloved husband Kenneth and family by her side. After a long and courageous battle with dementia, she left this world surrounded by love.

Born August 13, 1948, in Wharton, Texas, to Jack and Phyllis Greenberg, Kathy was the...

Jun 11, 2025

A' Kyri Star'Lynne Bell was born December 15, 2013 in Bay City, Texas, Tarshal Davis and Vernon Bell.

A Kyri attended Bay City and Van Vleck ISD and later transferred to the South Carolina school district. She was baptized at an early age at In God's Care community Church by Pastor L. D. Griggs, Sr.

Some of her many hobbies were dancing,...