Obituaries

Apr 28, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judy Carolyn Travis of Blanco, Texas, who departed this life on April 28, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas, at the age of 74. Born on December 28, 1951, in Columbia, Tennessee, Judy was the cherished daughter of Edward and Katherine Foster.

Judy graduated from...

Apr 16, 2026

Alice Faye Kneupper , 87, passed away peacefully in her home on April 16, 2026. Alice Faye Spencer was born September 11, 1938 to Emma Adeline Morgan Spencer and Daniel Webster Spencer in Fowlerton, TX.

Alice grew up in San Antonio and moved to Comfort as a freshman. She graduated in the top four of...

Apr 15, 2026

Waiman Lionel Weaver , 91, passed away peacefully at home on April 15, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas.

Waiman was born on August 5, 1934, in Waller, Texas, one of eight children. From an early age, he learned the value of hard work and responsibility, helping to support his mother and siblings through various jobs,...

Apr 15, 2026

Janet "Jan" Marek Biggs , 76, of Johnson City, Texas, passed away on April 15, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Jan was born on March 15, 1950, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to George Vinc Marek, one of eleven siblings, and Doris "Dottie" LaRue Briggs Marek.  Jan is the eldest of three children and...

Apr 13, 2026

Rose May Clement of Alvin, TX passed away Monday, April 13, 2026 at her daughter's home in Spring Branch, TX.

She was a devoted wife and mother and the driving force in her family.  The greatest treasure in her life was her husband, children, grandchildren, then great grandchildren.

She is survived by her...

Apr 9, 2026

Dr. Ralph Thomas Biggers passed away in Blanco, Texas, on Thursday, April 9, 2026. R.T. ("Doc") was born in Raymondville, Texas, September 19, 1950. Services will be private.

After completing his formal education, he dedicated 41 years to chiropractic service in San Antonio, New Braunfels, Johnson City, and Blanco. His diversified skills were extended to...

Apr 7, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elbert David Griffin , a beloved member of our community, who departed this life on April 7, 2026, at St. David's Hospital in Austin, Texas. Elbert was born on July 5, 1939, in Henly, Texas, to Gracie Lee Tinney and Clifford Blount Griffin. He displayed remarkable...

Mar 30, 2026

Willie Martin Olfers , a long-time resident of Blanco, age 94, passed away on March 30, 2026, at her home with family by her side.  Willie was born August 21, 1931, in Normangee, TX, to Clarence J. Martin and Pauline (Eison) Martin.

Willie moved to Blanco with her family as a young girl. She grew...

Mar 29, 2026

Stanley Nelson Smith

"Stan the Man"

August 12, 1939 - March 29, 2026

Stanley Nelson Smith , 86, of Horseshoe Bay, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026. Stan was born August 12, 1939, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Nolan...

Mar 28, 2026

Gayle Lee Poole , 74, of Blanco, Texas, passed away on March 28, 2026 at home with her family at her side. Born on November 25, 1951, in Steubenville, Ohio, to Tom and Marilyn Williams, Gayle lived a life defined by warmth, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to those around her.

Gayle graduated from Wintersville...

Mar 22, 2026

Charles Melvin Matus , a near life-long fixture in the Johnson City community passed away on March 22, 2026, at the age of 91. He was born on October 1, 1934 to Julius Charles Matus and Viola Berger Matus at Hays City, Texas.  In his early years, Charles and his family lived in many different areas around...

Mar 21, 2026

Patricia Lee (Wall) Rogers , beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and educator, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, in Wimberly, Texas. Born on August 19, 1939, in San Antonio, Texas, she was the daughter of Rowell and Lillian Hauffler Wall. Patricia was an alumna of the University of Texas, graduating in 1961. Following her graduation, she dedicated...

Mar 21, 2026

Russell Wade Suggs

(September 20, 1954 – March 21, 2026)

With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we mark the passing of Russell Wade Suggs, 71, who took his heavenly journey on March 21, 2026 after a short illness.  He was born September 20, 1954 to Evelyn and Jack...

Mar 15, 2026

Eric Lee Posey of Johnson City, TX formerly of Lubbock, TX passed away Sunday March 15, 2026 at his home.  Mr. Posey was born June 23, 1939 in Plainview, TX to Eric and Ruth Posey.

Eric spent his life in Lubbock and, after attending college at Texas Tech University, his profession was an owner/operator truck...

Mar 7, 2026

Mary Estelle Fuller of Blanco, Texas, passed away peacefully in the early morning on March 7, 2026, with her beloved husband at her side. She was born on January 2, 1941, in Houston, Texas, to Aubrey and Florence Miskell.

Mary spent her formative years in Houston, where she attended school and eventually met her husband,...

Mar 7, 2026

Edgar Wayne Shaw , a resident of Blanco, TX, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, in Bulverde, TX, with his family at his side. Born in New Madrid, Missouri, on March 1, 1941, to Edgar and Juanita Shaw, his life was one of dedicated service and hard work.

At the age of 17, Edgar...

Mar 4, 2026

It is with deep sorrow yet a celebration of a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Timothy Wayne Ivy , who departed from this world on March 4, 2026, at his home in Bulverde, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 1, 1958, in San Antonio, Texas, Tim was the cherished son of...

Feb 22, 2026

Damon Wray Barker was born November 15, 1960 to Delman and Anna Barker at the Johnson City Hospital, in Johnson City, TX. Damon passed away on February 22, 2026 of a massive heart attack while on bicycle ride.

He attended Blanco ISD for twelve years, graduating in 1979 from Blanco High School.  While in high...

Feb 19, 2026

Maria Oliva Tapia , a longtime resident of Blanco, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Affectionately known as "Olivia" by many, she was born on November 6, 1942, in La Peña Blanco, Valparaíso, Zacatecas, Mexico, to José Isac Bueno and Leandra Mercado.

Olivia was a devoted wife, mother,...

Feb 15, 2026

Priscilla Mary Hulburt of Johnson City, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on the evening of Sunday, February 15, 2026. Priscilla was born on September 16, 1933, in Somerville, Massachusetts, to Louis P. Bernier and Margaret M. Bernier.

After graduating from high school, Priscilla proudly joined the United States Air Force, where she would...