Obituaries

Dec 25, 2024

Our beautiful momma, Eva (Meuth) Friske, born May 5, 1937, went to spend Christmas with baby Jesus on his birthday, December 25, 2024.

She devoted her life here on earth to her family and friends. As a young child, she learned to sew and make her own clothes. As she grew up, her talent enhanced and she...

Dec 22, 2024

Wayne Nalley, 63, of Bastrop, Tx died peacefully at home surrounded in love by his family.

Wayne grew up in Kentucky, the youngest of 16 in a close-knit and loving family.

He moved to Texas soon after high school gradation and made it his home.

Wayne never met a stranger. He would befriend...

Dec 19, 2024

Aurelio Hernandez Jr, fue llamado por dios el jueves, 19 de Deciembre del 2024 a la edad de 1 ano 9 meses. Jr nacio el 9 de Marzo del 2023 en St. Davids Hospital en Austin Tx. Jr fue un nino muy querido por su padre Aurelio Hernandez, su madre Alexandra Hernandez, y su hermano Jairo Alexander.  Jr era...

Dec 17, 2024

Hector Louis Ortiz, a proud veteran and dedicated public servant, passed away on December 17, 2024, in Austin, Texas, at the age of 67. Hector was born on February 26, 1957, in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, to Luz Rosario Ortiz and Juan Batista Ortiz, carrying the passion, strength, and gregarious spirit of his heritage into every aspect of his life....

Dec 16, 2024

Frederick Anthony “Corky” Palmer III, age 81, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord & Savior, December 16, 2024 after a long battle with a severe lung infection. Corky was born in Pelly, Texas, on December 9, 1943, to Frederick “Fred” Palmer Jr. and Christine “Chris” Palmer.

Corky graduated from Brazosport High School in 1962 and...

Dec 13, 2024

Michael Leonard De Franco, age 63, of Cedar Creek, TX passed away Friday, December 13, 2024.

He was born in Berkeley, CA to Leonard & Laura De Franco on November 17, 1961, and married to Christine De Franco on September 12, 1987. He graduated with a Masters degree in Business. He initially worked as a Graphic Designer...

Dec 12, 2024

Pauline Faye Bates, age 90, of Smithville, TX passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024, due to complications of a stroke.

She was born in Stillwell, OK on February 5, 1934, and was married to Johnny Bates on January 17, 1951.

She is survived by son, John D. Bates of Abilene; daughter, M. Jan Bates of...

Dec 11, 2024

Gwendoline Moody, age 93, of Cedar Creek, Texas, passed away on December 11, 2024 in the loving arms of her daughter Helen. Gwendoline was born in Bolton, England on October 15, 1931.

She will be forever remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. The family asks that you remember her and them during this holiday season....

Nov 30, 2024

Carol Sue Nichols, 65, of Bastrop, Texas passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024, in Smithville, Texas surrounded by her family.

Carol was born in Palestine, Texas to Susie Mae Jackson and Jack Nichols on December 23, 1958.

She graduated from Palestine High School where she exceled in track and field, setting many High Jump...

Nov 29, 2024

David Ramirez, age 63, of Cedar Creek, Texas, passed away on November 29, 2024. David was born in Austin, Texas on June 15, 1961.

Nov 26, 2024

Edmund Leon Yeisley, 90, of Bastrop, Texas, passed away on Tuesday November 26th, 2024 at St. David's South Austin Medical Center in Austin, Texas. Edmund Leon Yeisley was born in Maryville, Missouri on August 24th, 1934 to Florene and Harry Yeisley being their first child. He is survived by wife, Charlotte Yeisley; a brother, Dean Yeisley and wife Eve...

Nov 19, 2024

Linda Marie LaFrance, 75 of Paige Texas passed away on Tuesday November 19th, 2024. She was born on November 18th, 1949, in Briggs Texas to Dena Sue Moore and Wilford D. Smith.

Linda married Roy LaFrance on August 26th in Baytown Texas.

She worked at her Families Shop, City Stamp and Seal for years. Before...

Nov 19, 2024

Craig M. Neely, 71, passed away in his home on November 19th in Bastrop, Texas. He lived in Colorado, North Carolina, California, and finally Bastrop for the past 10 yrs.

Craig was born in Denver, Colorado to Clifton and June Neely on July 22, 1953. He went to John Burroughs High School in Burbank, CA.  He married...

Nov 17, 2024

Jason Alfred Brent Stark was a father, loving son, brother and friend. He left this world on November 17, 2024 as a result from a sudden heart attack at age 50 in Austin, Texas, with his family by his side.

He was born as the third out of five children and first son to Donnie and Sandra...

Nov 13, 2024

John Warner Dunn was born July 10, 1956 in Dallas, Texas and died at his home in Bastrop, Texas, on November 13, 2024, at age 68. His parents were Warner A. Dunn and Barbara Barnes Dunn, and his older siblings Mark and Linda Dunn.

He spent most of his childhood in Nacogdoches, Texas, after his father opened...

Nov 2, 2024

Hoa Thuy Stephens passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. She was a loving and beautiful sister, cherished by her younger brother, Samuel G. Stephens.

Hoa was preceded in death by her stepfather, James T. Stephens, and her beloved mother, Lan T. Stephens.

A hardworking and respected...

Oct 30, 2024

Emanuel Robles-Gama, age 20, of Bastrop, Texas, passed away on October 30, 2024. Emanuel was born in Austin, Texas on September 11, 2004.

Oct 26, 2024

Diana “Reneè” George, age 54, left this world on October 26th, 2024 in Bastrop Tx. She was born February 20, 1970, in Bryan, Texas to father Johnny George and mother Diana Bragg-George. At a young age she enjoyed spending time with her 3 loving uncles, 2 “brother” dogs, Copper and Zach, and her Nana Bragg. After High school, she...

Oct 21, 2024

Patricia “Patsey” Stein, 76, of Cedar Creek, Texas, passed away on October 21, 2024 in Pflugerville, Texas.

Patricia was born in Austin, Texas on July 15, 1948 to William Walton and Marjorie Kastner.  Her mother soon re-married to John Nash, and her family relocated to several different duty stations but they eventually returned to Austin, Texas where...

Oct 21, 2024

Aaron Kade Ryman, 27, of Smithville, Texas, passed away on October 21, 2024, in Smithville, Texas.

Aaron Kade Ryman was born in Humble, Texas to Horace Mark Ryman and Nancy Nicole Gilmore on September 13, 1997.  He went to school in Smithville, Texas. He worked as an offshore deck hand and sober living manager.  He was active...