Obituaries
Gladys Ann Hoffman
May 27, 2025
Gladys Ann Hoffman, born on January 28, 1934, in Iago, Texas, passed away peacefully at home in West Columbia, Texas, on May 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Gladys was a beloved matriarch who dedicated her life to nurturing her family and creating cherished memories with her loved ones.
Throughout her life, Gladys demonstrated an unwavering commitment to her family,...
Dorothy Pearl Fisher
May 23, 2025
On Friday, June 23, 1933, God gifted Dorothy Pearl Lewis to the late Fletcher Norwood Lewis & Beatrice Birdie Black-Lewis. She was the youngest of 8 children in this union. Dorothy attended West Columbia public schools during segregation and graduated from Charlie Brown High School in the Class of 1953. She was a trumpeter, athlete and avid basketball player, well...
Sylvia Gutierrez
May 22, 2025
Sylvia (Cano) Gutierrez of Sweeny, TX passed peacefully on May 22, 2025 after a hard fought battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.
She was born on March 19, 1952, in Karnes City, TX to Miguel and Josephine Cano.
She is joyfully reunited in heaven with her parents and her nephew, Gary Cano.
Sylvia is lovingly remembered by her husband Joe Gutierrez, daughter Jennifer Permenter,...
Vidal M. Villegas, Jr.
May 16, 2025
Vidal M. Villegas, Jr., a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on May 16, 2025, in Lake Jackson, Texas. Born on August 12, 1961, in Sinton, Texas, he filled his life with music, laughter, and love for his family and friends.
Vidal dedicated many years to the construction industry, working as a Mason, showcasing his strong work ethic...
Evia Sue Carr
May 13, 2025
Evia Sue Curtis Carr, of Sweeny, Texas, departed this world to be with her Lord and Savior on May 13th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 83.
Sue was born on November 30, 1941, in Bay City, Texas, to David and Evia Curtis.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She lived her life...
Arthur Lynn Edison
May 8, 2025
Arthur Lynn Edison was born July 9, 1967, to Gifford Sr. and Beatrice Edison of Brazoria, Texas. Arthur grew up in the Mims Community in Brazoria Texas. He accepted Christ at an early age attending Zion Temple AME Church. He was involved in several church activities alongside his mother Beatrice Edison.
Arthur graduated from Sweeny High School in 1985. He attended...
Vicki Carlile
May 8, 2025
Vicki Carlile, born on July 25, 1958, in Freeport, Texas, was reunited with her daughter in Heaven on May 8, 2025, in Angleton, Texas. She lived a vibrant life devoted to her loving family. Vicki, affectionately known as Nana, was the backbone of her family which is why so many in her family relied on her. However, to say she...
Leslie Wayne Sparks
Apr 27, 2025
Leslie Wayne Sparks
December 7, 1948 – April 27, 2025
Leslie Wayne Sparks, known to most as “Wayne,” passed away on April 27, 2025, in West Columbia, Texas, at the age of 76. Born in Bay City, Texas, to parents BJ Sparks and Alberta New, Wayne was raised in Old Ocean and Wayne was a lifelong lover of the water. In his...
Calvin Warren Strother
Apr 27, 2025
Calvin Warren Strother, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on April 27, 2025, in Brazoria, TX, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 18, 1966, in Sweeny, TX, Calvin's journey through life was marked by hard work, devotion, and a selfless helping spirit that touched everyone he encountered.
For many years, Calvin dedicated his...
Elizabeth Roberts
Apr 26, 2025
Carla Elizabeth Roberts, born on May 10, 1938, in Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025. She was raised in West Columbia, Texas, and, in a break from family tradition, proudly attended The University of Texas at Austin, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in 1960. She went on to graduate from the Hermann School of Physical...
Alice Darlene Caldwell
Apr 24, 2025
Alice Darlene Caldwell, a vibrant spirit born on January 1, 1951, in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, in Lake Jackson. Alice’s journey through life was marked by the joy she found in the simplest of pleasures, from playing poker and swimming to her undeniable love for sports cars and the thrill of taking her son, Corey,...
Betty Joyce Meredith
Apr 24, 2025
Betty Joyce Meredith, born on August 4th, 1933, in Sweeny, TX, passed away at the age of 91 on April 24th, 2025.
Betty was a woman of deep faith who loved the Lord, faithfully reading her bible daily. At Brazoria First Assembly, she devoted many years serving as the church secretary and teaching Missionettes, helping young girls grow in their faith....
Ilene Flora
Apr 21, 2025
With hearts full of sorrow and gratitude, we share the passing of Ilene Fern Flora-a devoted wife, nurturing mother, proud grandmother, caring sister, and beloved friend-whose life was a beautiful reflection of love shared and memories made. Ilene passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 60, after facing health challenges with courage and grace.
Born in...
Mildred Ruth Gillenwaters
Apr 20, 2025
Mildred Ruth Gillenwaters
January 8, 1933 – April 20, 2025
Mildred Ruth Gillenwaters, 92, of Marble Falls went to be with her Lord and Savior on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Coyle, Oklahoma, on January 8, 1933, to Myrtle and N.J. Miller.
Mildred met the love of her life, Jim, while living in Oklahoma...
Robert Lee Phillips, III
Apr 20, 2025
Robert Lee Phillips III
July 24, 2008 - April 20, 2025
(16 years old)
West Columbia, Texas
On July 24th, 2008 a baby boy was born in Galveston,Texas to Robert L Phillips Jr. and Nancy Phillips, whom they named Robert Lee Phillips III. Robert was a beautiful soul who lit up everyone's life from the moment he took his first breath. He had a...
David Bruce Anderson
Apr 11, 2025
David Bruce Anderson of Brazoria, Texas, passed away on April 11, 2025, at the age of 65. He was born on July 16, 1959, in Oakland, California, to Gary Anderson and Jacqueline Morgan. Though born in California, David often said he “moved to Texas as fast as he could,” a sentiment that reflected his deep love for his adopted home.
David...
Edgar Thomas Jenn, III
Apr 11, 2025
Longtime West Columbia businessman and community leader, Tommy Jenn, passed away peacefully Friday, April 11, 2025, at The Reserve at First Colony in Sugar Land from natural causes. He was a fifth generation West Columbian who had been involved in the retail furniture business for nearly 50 years.
Born in Houston on February 20, 1955, Edgar Thomas Jenn III was the...
Anita Arlene Chancellor
Apr 9, 2025
Anita Arlene Chancellor, age 79, of West Columbia, Texas, passed away Wednesday morning, April 9, 2025, at her residence. She was born on December 31, 1945, in Liberty County, a daughter of the late Luther Marce and Lottie Elizabeth Leftrick.
Arlene is survived by her best friend and husband of 61years, Johnny Joe Chancellor, two sons; Ernest Kelton Chancellor (wife Joyce)...
Mary Joyce Gregory
Apr 5, 2025
Obituary for Mary Joyce Childs Gregory
Mary Joyce Childs Gregory, age 90, of Brazoria, Texas, met her Savior face-to-face on April 5, 2025. She was born on July 2, 1934, to Jack and Louis Childs and lived a life filled with deep love, laughter, and legacy.
A woman of strength, wit, and heart, Mary worked for Southwestern Bell for 34 years and...
Thomas James Henderson
Apr 2, 2025
Tommy Henderson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at the age of 76.
Born on December 20, 1948, Tommy lived a life defined by unwavering faith, deep devotion to his family, and a profound love for the outdoors. With an evangelistic heart, he was always ready to share his faith and offer encouragement—his quiet...
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