Obituaries

Dec 13, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Tirso Barrera-Delgado , a beloved husband, father, and friend, who departed this life on December 13, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Tirso was born on May 12, 1963, in Ciudad Acuna, Coahuila, Mexico, to Elpidio Barrera and Irma Delgado Barrera.

Tirso was a dedicated...

Dec 10, 2025

Robert Carr Wood , of Blanco, Texas passed peacefully on December 10, 2025, in San Antonio surrounded by family. He was born April 30, 1969 to Johnny and Bonnie Wood in Austin, Texas at St. David's Hospital.

Robert was the first of two sons, a good student and a star athlete. He graduated from Blanco...

Dec 7, 2025

Daniel Victor Sanchez

June 15, 1955 - December 7, 2025

Born in San Antonio on June 15, 1955, to Concepción and Leonor Sanchez, Daniel attended St. Mary Magdelen elementary school and then Central Catholic High School, where he actively participated in the school's ROTC program and student...

Dec 5, 2025

Adrian "Don" Donald Hill, Jr. passed away December 5th, 2025, at his home in Johnson City. Don was born July 2nd, 1945, in Kerrville, Texas and lived a life marked by faith and a deep love for his family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years Estella Hill his partner confident and a blessing...

Dec 4, 2025

Kristine Lee Sorkness, lovingly known as "Kris" or "Kristy," passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at her home in Blanco, Texas, at the age of 76.

Kristy was born on April 4, 1949, in Mt. Morris, New York, to the late Kenneth and Evelyn (Bryant) Winans. She cherished her roles as a wife, mother, grandmother,...

Nov 24, 2025

Donald Paul Elbel, Sr. of Boerne, TX passed away November 24, 2025 in Seguin, TX.  Donald was born June 6, 1956 in San Antonio, Texas to Frederick Peter Elbel, Sr. and Wanda Elizabeth (Wise) Elbel.

Mr. Elbel was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Frederick P. Elbel, Jr.  He is survived by his...

Nov 24, 2025

Sharon Lee Crow passed away November 24, 2025 in Salt Lake City, UT.

Sharon was born December 12, 1939 in Kirkwood, MO, the first daughter to Rod and Lee Edson. The family moved to Corpus Christi, TX where she graduated from W.B. Ray High School in 1957. In 1962 she received her Bachelor's degree in Education from...

Nov 23, 2025

Eileen Theresa Brown was a beloved mother,

daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, friend, and so much more.

Her beautiful smile could light up a room. She was the glue of our family.

Her compassion for those in need was unparalleled.

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Nov 15, 2025

James Walter "Jimmy" Kneese , born October 9, 1932, in the, then new Nix Hospital in San Antonio, Texas to Silas Charles Kneese and Lydia Victoria Kleinknecht Kneese, died on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in Johnson City, Texas at the age of 93.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Howard and...

Nov 13, 2025

Patricia I. Ryan, "Pat" , born in June,1942 to Robert and Deborah Gibler-Ryan in Houston, Texas, passed away on November 13, 2025.

​She spent her early years in Houston, attending primary and middle school before continuing her education at San Marcos Baptist Academy, where she formed lifelong friendships. Following her graduation in 1961, Pat attended...

Nov 9, 2025

Lawrence Roger Voirol , SFC, U.S. Army Retired, of Spring Branch, Texas, passed away on November 9, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on December 6, 1933, in Allen County, Indiana, he was the son of Larence A. Voirol and Marian (House) Voirol.

Mr. Voirol served his country with honor and dedication, culminating in...

Nov 8, 2025

Arthur E. "Eddie" Holt, III of Round Mountain, TX passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025 in Lakeway, TX with his loving family at his side.  Eddie was born in Dyersburg, TN on September 7, 1951 to Arthur Edgar Holt, Jr. and June Marie Holt.

Eddie is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Jeanette...

Nov 7, 2025

Norman Lewis Gourley

Blanco, Texas

On November 7, 2025, Norm passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. He will be dearly missed.

Norm was born July 30, 1943. He was the 6th child of ten children (four boys and six girls) born...

Oct 27, 2025

Walter William "Bill" Baldree departed this world on October 27, 2025, at his home in Johnson City, TX, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 8, 1940, in Albuquerque, NM, and raised by his loving mother Dessie Martin and Dad Roscoe Martin, Bill's life was a testament to hard work, dedication, and a profound love for...

Oct 18, 2025

Lily Shaw , age 84, peacefully departed this life on the morning of Saturday, October 18, 2025, at her residence in Bulverde, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 15, 1940, in Calexico, California, she was the cherished daughter of Ricardo and Rita Wilson.

In 1962, Lily married the love of her life,...

Oct 6, 2025

Gerald (Jerry) Dowdy , 100, passed away Monday, October 6, 2025.

He celebrated his 100th birthday on April 15, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family and friends. He took great pride in his family and their many accomplishments. He was a proud Marine. He reported for duty upon turning 18 and was assigned to special...

Sep 25, 2025

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce Marie Berger West , who entered eternal rest on September 25, 2025, in Johnson City, Texas, at the age of 91. She was born on August 14, 1934, in DeWitt, Texas, to Elmer and Vlasta Berger.

Joyce grew up with a...

Sep 22, 2025

Donna Jane (Glosson) Johnson d ied on September 22nd, 2025 at her home in Blanco, Texas surrounded by her family.

Born on October 30th, 1934 in Austin, Texas. Her father was Solon Bell Glosson, her mother was Jannie Mae (Jennings) Glosson.

She grew up in the Austin area with a large family, including...

Sep 21, 2025

Lenona "Nonie" Andrea Felps went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at her home in Blanco, surrounded by the love of her family, on September 21, 2025. Lenona was born on May 8, 1940, in the Historic Blanco Courthouse to Josie Viola (Glenn) Neill and Thomas Terry Neill. Lenona spent all of her formative...

Sep 20, 2025

Alton Leon Bell , a cherished member of the Blanco, Texas community, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of September 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born on November 10, 1929, in Bell County, Texas, to Hasta Brown Bell and Velma (Vanderford) Bell, Alton lived a life rich in family, labor,...