Obituaries

Jul 15, 2025

On November 24, 1966 in Refugio, Texas a baby girl was born to Marion "Bubba" Whitmire and Laura Mae Whitmire whom they named Mary Ann Whitmire.

Mary Ann was reared and raised in Refugio, Texas where she attended public school; and graduated in the class of 1986. In her four years of high school, she was very active in sports. She...

Jul 11, 2025

Julia Adella (Listak) Goodrum

Mom was born in Rawlins, Wyoming, on August 12, 1943, to Vladimir Peter and Adella Listak as the first of nine children.

The Listaks moved back to Texas in 1944 (as soon as they could). The family farm was located in Brazoria where the US Post Office is located today. They had cows, pigs, chickens, and a large...

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 3, 2025

Obituary

Shirley Faye Grovey-Johnican was born on February 28, 1954 to Claudis Curtis Grovey, Sr. and Ruth Ella Grovey in New Gulf, Texas.

Shirley accepted Christ as her personal Lord and Savior at an early age.

She obtained her LVN nursing degree from Wharton County Junior College in 1973. Shirley began her nursing career at Matagorda General Hospital and then worked at nursing...

Jul 2, 2025

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Viola Marie Walker went to be with the Lord at the age of 82 on July 2. 2025, in Webster, Texas. She was born in Bay City, Texas on June 3, 1943, to Houston Leroy Sisson and Fannie Lee (Plant) Sisson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, David Leroy Henderson; her...

Jul 2, 2025

Clarence E. Bosarge was called home by his Savior on Wednesday, July 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

Elizabeth Hopkins 69 passed away Monday, June 28, 2025 in Angleton TX. Her funeral service will be at 11:00 AM Monday July 14th, 2025 at C. T. Baker and Sons Funeral Home in West Columbia TX. In lieu of usual remembrances the family requests memorials in Elizabeth's memory to the Order of the Eastern Star Girls Scholarship Fund.

Elizabeth grew up...

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...