Obituaries

Oct 13, 2024

Our Beloved Mother

Nancy was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and later moved to Oklahoma where she went to school and lived throughout her childhood and early adulthood. Nancy met her husband Lorenzo, while both being at a hotel, coincidentally. They began dating immediately and fell in love with one another, they wed in October 1991 and...

Oct 12, 2024

Ronnie Dean Claxton, 80, of Bastrop, Texas passed away on October 12, 2024 in Bastrop, Texas. Ronnie was born in Roscoe, Texas on August 19, 1944 to Buen and Ellen Claxton of Snyder, Texas. Ronnie is preceded in death by his Father; Buen Claxton,  Mother; Ellen Claxton and Brother; Dale Claxton.

Ronnie is survived by his wife...

Oct 1, 2024

Deborah "Debbie” (Andrus) Hakkesteeg, age 66, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 1, 2024, at the Dowdy home in Bastrop, Texas. She was born June 6, 1958, in Jackson, Michigan. She was the beloved daughter of Wayne Reuel and Roxabelle “Roxie” Mae (Clark) Andrus. Debbie married Frans Hakkesteeg in Liverpool, UK on January 22, 2019....

Sep 30, 2024

Anna Baker Littrell, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted member of her community, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024, at the age of 84.

Born on September 16, 1940, in Longview, Texas, to Latys Alexander Baker and Lester Baker, Anna grew up with a strong foundation of family values and dedication. She spent most of...

Sep 27, 2024

Sharon Kay Petersen, 81, formerly of Plano, Texas, died September 27, 2024 at Windsor Nursing Home in Bastrop, Texas.  She was born November 13, 1942 in Webster City, Iowa to Chester P. and Mavis L. (Brewer) Nelson.  Sharon was married to Graydon (“Joe”) Petersen on August 14, 1965.  Sharon was a dedicated teacher for many years in both Iowa...

Sep 21, 2024

Gregory Douglas Oliver, of Flatonia, Texas, passed away on September 21st after a courageous battle with an aggressive form of Lou Gehrig’s disease.

Greg was born in Irving, Texas on February 17, 1970, to Thomas and Wynola Oliver in Irving, Texas, growing up under the giant shadow of Cowboys Stadium. He went on to graduate from the...

Sep 15, 2024

Dena Kathleen Landry, age 77, passed away peacefully at her home in Bastrop, Texas, on September 15, 2024. Born in Houston, Texas, on July 21, 1947, she spent much of her life in the city she loved. As a child, Dena enjoyed outdoor adventures like camping and fishing with her older brother, while also embracing her feminine side. As her...

Sep 11, 2024

Luis Felipe Martinez Chaverria de 30 años conocido como “Felipe” desafortunadamente falleció el 11 de septiembre del 2024 a las 6:05am en una trágica accidente, en la ciudad de Bastrop Texas. Luis Felipe Martínez Chaverria nació el 6 de diciembre de 1993 en Tampico Tamaulipas, sus padre's son el señor Ildefonso Martínez Ramírez y la señora Zeferina Chaverria Hernández. El...

Sep 10, 2024

Tina Smith, a deeply cherished soul, passed away on September 10th. Born in May of 1977, she lived a life creating joy and laughter. She is survived by her father, four children and countless best friends.

She spent her young life as a Marine brat enjoying the connections to her family in Guam, Hawaii and California. Her...

Sep 8, 2024

Jerry Taylor, age 58, of Smithville, Texas, passed away on September 8, 2024. Jerry was born in Bastrop, Texas on March 21, 1966.

Sep 6, 2024

Christopher Jaimes-Sotelo, age 28, of Del Valle, Texas, passed away on September 6, 2024. Christopher was born in Austin, Texas on February 8, 1996.

Christopher Jaimes-Sotelo, de 28 años, de Del Valle, Texas, falleció el 6 de septiembre de 2024. Christopher nació en Austin, Texas, el 8 de febrero de 1996.

El velorio se llevará...

Sep 4, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dawson Avera Ramos in September 2024. Dawson was a beloved son, brother, and friend, whose presence brought joy and inspiration to all who knew him.

Dawson was truly a Renaissance man. He was known for his loyalty, humor, athletic prowess, and sharp analytical mind. During his formative years, he showcased...

Aug 31, 2024

Rosalee Phyllis Sublett, 86, of Bastrop, Texas was welcomed into the loving arms of our Lord on August 31, 2024. Born on August 2, 1938, in Hildago, Texas to Hikko and Alma Brown, Rosalee lived a life filled with faith, family, and the joy of simpler things. Rosalee was preceded in death by her parents, Hikko and Alma Brown;...

Aug 30, 2024

Stephen Anthony Townes, 64, of Cedar Creek, Texas, passed away on August 30, 2024 in Austin, Texas. Steve was born in Siloam Springs, Arkansas to Rex Edward Townes and Verna Gay Cole on October 3, 1959. He went to school in Irving, Texas, Memphis, Tennessee, St Louis, Missouri, and Paris Texas. He attended the University of North Texas. He married...

Aug 30, 2024

Sully Carl Haywood Sr. was born in Bastrop, Texas on December 1963 and his sunset was August 30, 2024. He was the seventh child born to Winnie Ruth (Kanada) and Ruben Haywood. He confessed his belief in Christ, was baptized, and became a member of the Friendship Bible Baptist Church. Sully attended Bastrop Primary Elementary School a graduated from...

Aug 26, 2024

Debbie Sullivan, 71, of Smithville, Texas entered the gates of Heaven on August 26, 2024. She was born in Dallas, Texas on December 30, 1952. She lived her life as a Homemaker and wouldn’t have had it any other way. She was born to be a mother and made sure that all five of her children and many grandchildren knew...

Aug 26, 2024

For a Livestream of the service, please visit the link:  Janie Mae Powell Livestream 

Janie Mae Powell, age 95, of Smithville, Texas, passed away on August 26, 2024. Janie was born in Heath Springs, South Carolina on May 12, 1929.

Aug 23, 2024

William Joseph Wilson, 59, passed away Saturday, August 24 2024 in Bastrop, Texas.

He was a man of many names. First it was Joey, sometimes Willy Joe, Will Joe, Jose, or simply Will (and apparently he insisted that his sister call him “Bear” for an entire year when he was a teen)

He was survived...

Aug 23, 2024

Venita Juanita Schlotfeldt, 81, of Bastrop, Texas, passed away on August 23, 2024.  Venita was born in Scott City, Kansas, to Friend and Mary (Woods) Stevenson on August 23, 1943.  Her entire family accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior when she was 8 years old.  Venita’s profound love for the Lord was evident in her life.  She leaves...

Aug 21, 2024

Braulia Eduardo Vega, age 50, of Cedar Creek, Texas, passed away on August 21, 2024. Braulia was born in Donato Guerra, Mexico on March 26, 1974.

Braulia Eduardo Vega, de 50 años, de Cedar Creek, Texas, falleció el 21 de agosto de 2024. Braulia nació en Donato Guerra, México, el 26 de marzo de 1974.

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