Obituaries

Alan Robert Zanzig

Alan Robert Zanzig

Jan 30, 2026

Alan Robert Zanzig of West Columbia, Texas passed away on January 30, 2025 at the age of 73.

Alan was born on February 5, 1952 in Ohio and he lived a life full of love, hard work and devotion to his family. He had a true passion for his cars. Alan always had a project in progress with a hands on...

Carolyn Stovall Duke

Carolyn Stovall Duke

Jan 29, 2026

Carolyn Stovall Duke December 5, 1936 – January 29, 2026

Carolyn went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 29, 2026, in Lake Jackson, Texas, leaving behind a family who will forever feel her absence and cherish her legacy of faith and love.

She was born on December 5, 1936, in Garrison, Texas, where she grew up alongside her...

Trent Daniel Motley

Trent Daniel Motley

Jan 23, 2026

Trent Daniel Motley, 40, of Brazoria, Texas, passed away peacefully at home, on January 23, 2026. He was born on July 10, 1985, in Lake Jackson, Texas, to Rick Motley and Dayrol Lee Kime.

Trent graduated from Columbia High School in 2006. Despite his intellectual disability and cerebral palsy, Trent had a huge personality and lived his life full of laughter,...

Jerridan "JERRY" Masters

Jerridan "JERRY" Masters

Jan 23, 2026

Obituary for Jerry Masters

Jerry Masters was born May 18, 1950 to Lonnie and Helen Masters in Rotan, Texas. He passed away from natural causes on January 23, 2026 at the age of 75. He had lived in the Brazosport area all of his life calling Freeport his home.

In his younger days, he had an affinity for fast cars. He used...

Pearl Laverne Granville

Pearl Laverne Granville

Jan 22, 2026

Pearl Laverne Beverly Granville was born on July 28, 1941, to Robert Beverly Sr. and Susie Patterson Beverly in Brazoria, Texas. Pearl attended Charlie Brown High School in West Columbia, Texas, where she participated in Track and Field. She was baptized at an early age at Hall Chapel Baptist Church.

On June 3rd, 1961, she married Aaron Lee Granville in Bailey’s...

Domingo Garza

Domingo Garza

Jan 21, 2026

Domingo Garza

04/8/1951 – 01/21/2026

On January 21, 2026 in Sweeny, Texas Domingo Garza peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 8, 1951 in Bay City, Texas to his parents Albert Garza and Maria Mendez Garza.

Domingo was a lover of life. His infectious smile and his warm personality with his trustworthy nature drew people to him...

Betty Hodges

Betty Hodges

Jan 20, 2026

Funeral Services for Betty June Hodges will be 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at C.T. Baker & Sons Funeral Home, 634 S Columbia Dr., West Columbia, Texas 77486 with Bro. Paul Kucera Officiating. Burial will follow at Old Columbia Cemetery – West Columbia.

Public Visitation will be on Monday, January 26, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at...

Robert Lionel Finch

Robert Lionel Finch

Jan 18, 2026

Robert Lionel Finch, born on July 11, 1959, left this world on January 18, 2026. He was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend whose memory will live in hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Robert was born in Falfurrias, Texas, but spent his formative years in various parts of South Texas before his family settled in Sweeny, Texas,...

Wilbur Kirkpatrick

Wilbur Kirkpatrick

Jan 11, 2026

Wilbur Lee “Bill” Kirkpatrick, 85, of Brazoria went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 11, 2026 surrounded by his family.

Born on October 22, 1940, in Alvin, Texas to father Toby Ross and mother Rena Meyning Kirkpatrick.

“Bill” attended school in Louisiana and was a graduate of Lafayette High School in 1958

In 1962 Bill married the love of his life...

Joyce Elaine Campbell

Joyce Elaine Campbell

Jan 10, 2026

Joyce Galyean Campbell

August 7, 1937 - January 10, 2026

Her parents Cordes L. Galyean and Roberta Bullock were married June 16, 1935. Joyce was the first of 3 daughters born to the couple. She was born in Alba, Wood County, Texas on August 7, 1937, at the home of her maternal grandparents who lived just down the road from her parents....

William D. Smith

William D. Smith

Jan 3, 2026

He was lovingly referred to as "Peepaw" to his grandkids, "Dad" to his daughters, and "Smitty" or "Yankee Bill" to his friends and colleagues.  He was a man of many layers.

On January 3, 2026, we said goodbye to Dad, a date that also marked his 50th wedding anniversary with his loving wife, Paula.

He lived his life his own way, following...

John Wesley Laughlin

John Wesley Laughlin

Dec 22, 2025

John Wesley Laughlin was born in West Columbia on July 13, 1946 and passed away in Big Spring, Texas on December 22, 2025. He was the son of Dean & Mildred Laughlin. Raised in West Columbia, John graduated from Columbia High School in 1964 and was active in the Columbia Methodist Church having 12 years of perfect Sunday School attendance....

Bernadette Dlizabeth Krause

Bernadette Dlizabeth Krause

Dec 21, 2025

Bernadette Dlizabeth Krause, age 55, of Damon, TX passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving husband of 21 years, Dwayne Krause and her loving family on December 21, 2025.

Bernadette was born on January 24, 1970, in Sugar Land, TX, to Donald Hyde and Elizabeth (Andel) Duke.

Bernadette is preceded in death by her father - Donald Hyde, Grandfather -...

Josefa Almaraz Cruz

Josefa Almaraz Cruz

Dec 19, 2025

Josefa was born to Encarnacion & Virginia Almaraz on July 31, 1941 in Brownsville, Texas. She went to be with the Lord, December 19, 2025, in Damon, Texas surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by her parents and loving husband of 65 years.

She leaves behind two children, Virginia Cruz Morris and spouse Charles, Juan Antonio Cruz...

James Roger Hensley

James Roger Hensley

Dec 8, 2025

James Roger “Jim” Hensley, age 80, of Sweeny, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on December 8, 2025, surrounded by his devoted wife of 60 years, Linda. A man of deep faith, steady service, and genuine kindness, Jim lived his life guided by compassion, integrity, and a heart for others.

Born on January 24, 1945, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, he was...

Jimmy Lee Ayers, Sr.

Jimmy Lee Ayers, Sr.

Dec 7, 2025

Jimmy Lee Ayers, Sr., 79, of Houston, Texas, was welcomed into God’s care on December 7, 2025.

Jimmy was born in Blytheville, Arkansas, on November 24, 1946. He spent his life in many places he called home, including Sikeston, Missouri; Fort Myers, Florida; Sweeny and Brazoria, Texas; and most recently Houston, Texas.

Born into humble beginnings, Jimmy learned the value of hard...

Pastor John Albert Haynes

Pastor John Albert Haynes

Dec 6, 2025

John Haynes, 82, of Lake Jackson, Texas, went home to be with the Lord on December 6, 2025. He was born on January 2, 1943, in Borger, Texas, to John A. Haynes and Ethelyn Waite Haynes.

John lived a life marked by faith, integrity, and a deep dedication to serving others.

John grew up in a home in Old Ocean, Texas, which...

Thomas A. Patterson

Thomas A. Patterson

Nov 25, 2025

Memorial Service to be held at a later date.  Please check back periodically.

Dan Tyree Ellis

Dan Tyree Ellis

Nov 25, 2025

Dan Ellis age 92 of Sweeny, TX went to be with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday November 25th, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Dan was born in Streetman TX to the late W.C and Annette Ellis. He was the youngest of 3 boys.

Dan graduated from Sweeny high school in 1953. While there he played baseball and was on the...