Obituaries

Latonia "Tony" Johnson Sorrells

Latonia "Tony" Johnson Sorrells

Apr 26, 2026

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Tony Sorrells, age 59, of Bastrop, Texas, on April 26, 2026. Tony was born on October 15, 1966 in Austin, Texas, to William Johnson and Floris Sorrells.

A visitation with family and friends will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Family Worship Center in Elgin, Texas. A...

Rosa Salinas Garcia

Rosa Salinas Garcia

Apr 16, 2026

With sorrow, we announce the passing of Rosa Garcia, age 68, of Bastrop, Texas, on April 16, 2026. Rosa was born in Saginaw, Michigan on August 29, 1957. 

She is preceded in death by her parents Espetacion and Juanita Salinas; brothers, Epifanio Maldonado, Jose Salinas and Armando Salinas.

She is survived by her husband, Francisco Garcia; Children, David and Jesusita Garcia, Daniel...

Sandra Kay Stark

Sandra Kay Stark

Apr 8, 2026

Sandra Kay (Bostick) Stark, 79, of Red Rock, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on April 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and cherished friend to many.

Sandra was born the youngest of three children to Alfred and Edna Mae Bostick on November 26, 1946, in Elkhart, Texas. She grew up...

Darren Deshawn Hill

Darren Deshawn Hill

Apr 3, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Darren Hill, age 43, of Bastrop, Texas on April 3, 2026. Darren was born on January 28, 1983, in Austin, Texas, to Mac Arthur and Allie Faye Higgins.

Darren's life will be celebrated on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Zion Chapel Baptist Church, 301 B.J. Mayes Road in Bastrop, Texas....

Sharon Sue Cowan Schmidt

Sharon Sue Cowan Schmidt

Apr 1, 2026

Sharon Sue Cowan Schmidt, born June 21, 1957, in Wiltshire, England, to Donnie and Almerie Sue Cowan, peacefully departed this life on April 1, 2026, to her eternal home in Heaven.

Sharon was preceded in death by her loving parents; her siblings, Debbie Johnson and Donald Cowan; and her sister-in-law, Natalie Sand-Cowan.

She leaves behind a legacy of love through her daughters,...

Varughese Mathew

Varughese Mathew

Mar 31, 2026

Varughese Mathew was born on 22 March 1959 in Alleppey, Kerala, to the late P M Thomas and the late Alyeamma Thomas. He was the fourth of seven siblings, and a beloved brother to the late Ammani Varghese, Gracy Joseph, Cdr Thomas Mathew, Shaji Thomas, Shirly Abraham, and Mollykutty George. He passed away peacefully on 31 March 2026 at his...

Rev. Joe Melvin Charles Williams, Sr.

Rev. Joe Melvin Charles Williams, Sr.

Mar 28, 2026

Please find the online program here: https://documents.tributeprinting.com/Joe-Williams-Sr/ 

Reverend Joe Melvin Charles Williams, Sr. was born on July 10, 1949, in Bastrop, Texas, to Annie Bell Houston and Lawrence C. Williams (Jake).

He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Bertha Mathis "Red", Rosie Lee Mathis Turnipseed "Sam", L.C. Williams, Jr. "Bugger", Willie Mae Hartley "Duttie", and James Charles Williams "Pie...

William Mitchell Converse

William Mitchell Converse

Mar 26, 2026

William Mitchell Converse, known affectionately to many as Bill, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026. Born on March 30, 1954, in Cleveland, Ohio, Bill's journey through this life was marked by a deep love for his family, especially his cherished canine companions, who were never just pets but beloved members of his heart and home.

Bill's love for his dogs...

Teresa Espinal

Teresa Espinal

Mar 20, 2026

En Amorosa Memoria de Teresa Espinal

Con profundo dolor y gran tristeza anunciamos el fallecimiento de nuestra amada madre, Teresa Espinal. Una mujer de amor extraordinario, fortaleza y entrega, Teresa tocó la vida de todos aquellos que tuvieron el privilegio de conocerla.

Teresa fue la esposa devota de Antonio Espinal, y una madre amorosa para sus cuatro hijas, Ana Jaime, Rosa Nava,...

Katherine Whitlock Mohler

Katherine Whitlock Mohler

Mar 19, 2026

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Katherine (Kathy) Whitlock Mohler. Kathy was born in Austin, TX at Brackenridge Hospital on October 28, 1963 to her parents, Geraldine and Donald Whitlock. She sadly passed away at Seton Ascension Hospital in Bastrop, TX on March 19, 2026. She was 62 years of age at the time of her death.

Kathy lived...

America Maria Hinojosa

America Maria Hinojosa

Mar 10, 2026

With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend who peacefully transitioned to heaven on March 10, 2026, at the age of 85.

Born on December 11, 1940 in Falfurrias, Texas, she lived a life full of faith, compassion, and service to others. She had a beautiful soul and a deep love for...

Jamisha Monique Cook

Jamisha Monique Cook

Feb 27, 2026

Today we gather not only in remembrance, but in celebration of the beautiful life and radiant spirit of Jamisha Monique Cook—a life that brought love, light, and joy to everyone who knew her.

Those we love never truly leave us…

Jamisha Monique Cook was born on February 15, 1994, and passed away on February 27, 2026, at the age of 32.

Jamisha was...

J. Carmen Almanza-Lopez

J. Carmen Almanza-Lopez

Feb 27, 2026

J. Carmen Almanza-López, de 64 años, falleció el 27 de febrero de 2026. Carmen nació en México, hijo de Jesús Almanza Ruiz y María Guadalupe López Franco, el 16 de julio de 1961.

El velatorio con familiares y amigos se llevará a cabo en la Funeraria Bastrop Providence el sábado 14 de marzo de 2026, de 4:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m.

Betty Dudley Weaver

Betty Dudley Weaver

Feb 23, 2026

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Betty, age 101, of Spicewood, Texas on February 23, 2026.

Betty was born on July 17, 1924, in Wichita Kansas to Fred Bobo Dudley and Olive James Cronin Dudley. She lived a long and beautiful life filled with devotion to her family, faith, and friends.



She is lovingly survived by her...

Amparo Levermann

Amparo Levermann

Feb 18, 2026

Amparo Levermann, a beloved soul who graced the world with her warmth and faith, passed away on February 18, 2026, in Bastrop, Texas. Born on December 10, 1965, in Bucaramanga, Colombia, Amparo was not just a cherished daughter, sister, wife, and mother, but she embodied the spirit of love and community in every role she held throughout her life.

Amparo’s life...

Mary Louise Davidson

Mary Louise Davidson

Feb 18, 2026

Mary Davidson, age 86, of Smithville, Texas, passed away on February 18, 2026. Mary was born in East Grand Forks, Minnesota on October 8, 1939 to Barry Davis and Eliza Demers.

Mary married Ron Davidson on September 12, 1959 and together they had six children, 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Mary loved spending time with her family. She also enjoyed...

Graciano Sanchez Reyes

Graciano Sanchez Reyes

Feb 16, 2026

Graciano Sánchez Reyes, de 73 años, residente de Austin, Texas, falleció el 16 de febrero de 2026, rodeado de su querida familia. Nació en México el 18 de diciembre de 1952, hijo de Martín Sánchez e Ilda Macedo.

El velatorio se realizará en el número 197 de Wilbarger Bend, Bastrop, Texas, a partir del 1 de marzo de 2026 a las...

Maria Eneida Ramirez Macedo

Maria Eneida Ramirez Macedo

Feb 15, 2026

Con tristeza, anunciamos el fallecimiento de María Ramírez Macedo, de 51 años, residente de Austin, Texas, el 15 de febrero de 2026. María nació en México el 10 de agosto de 1974, hija de Filemón Ramírez y Yolando Macedo.

El velatorio con familiares y amigos se realizará el sábado 21 de febrero de 2026, en la Funeraria Bastrop Providence de 9:00...

Araceli Oviedo Padron

Araceli Oviedo Padron

Feb 12, 2026

Con profunda tristeza, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Araceli Oviedo Padrón, de 42 años, residente de Del Valle, Texas, el 12 de febrero de 2026. Araceli nació en México el 28 de septiembre de 1983. Su esposo, Héctor Gonzales, y sus hijos, Brandon, Bryan y Christopher, así como otros familiares, la recordarán con cariño.

El velatorio con familiares y amigos se llevará...

Patricia Ann Ketchum

Patricia Ann Ketchum

Feb 10, 2026

Patricia Ann Ketchum, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was born on July 2, 1944, in Jackson, Tennessee. She left us on February 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family in Austin, Texas. Patricia's journey through life was marked by her unwavering passion for family, her remarkable career in the travel industry, and her talent for bringing...