Obituaries

Feb 14, 2025

Born Bobbye Jean Bartlett in Lakeview, TX to Buster and Katherine (Doll) Bartlett on January 28,1934, she moved with her parents and siblings, Jerry Wayne and Doyle Buster to the community of Lorenzo, TX early in their lives to eventually become pillars of church and community in Crosby County.

After graduation from Lorenzo High School, Bobbye went on to graduate from...

Feb 12, 2025

Feb 9, 2025

Peggy Ruth Wilson was born October 15, 1940 in Georgetown, Texas and passed away February 9, 2025 in Bastrop, Texas.

Services are currently pending at this time...........

Jan 30, 2025

Elaine Doris Houseton passed away January 30, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born in West Virginia on November 1, 1935. She was the daughter of Lester and Susan Crawford.

Elaine was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was blessed with six children, seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Elaine was preceded in death by her husband, John Houseton, Jr.,...

Jan 29, 2025

Robert Dean Dorward passed away January 29, 2025 at the age of 82. He was born in Franklin Township, Pennsylvania. 

Robert lived a life filled with dedication, love, and service. A graduate of Lehighton High School, he went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Air Force as an Air Policeman from 1962 to 1966. His service took...

Jan 27, 2025

Anne was born on November 3rd, 1953 in Salem, New Jersey to Edward and Helen Bevis. She grew up in southern New Jersey on a farm alongside her 4 brothers. For over 40 years, she worked on Vasta Farms alongside her husband Joe and raised their daughter Casey. In 2018, she and Joe moved to Texas to be near their...

Jan 21, 2025

James Stevens Hoffman, affectionately know as Jim, Lt., and Papa cop, passed away January 21, 2025 at the age of 78. He was born October 25, 1946 in Bastrop, Texas to Arthur M “Teddy” Hoffman and Naomi (Harris) Hoffman.

Jim lived most of his life in Smithville, Texas. He attended Smithville High School and graduated with the class of 1965. In...

Jan 14, 2025

Michael Judson Bailey (Buddy) died peacefully at his home in Cedar Creek, Texas January 14, 2025. 

Predeceased by his parents Wesley Taylor Bailey, Thelma Rae Bailey and sister Barbara June Bailey.

 Survived by the love of his life, his wife, Hilary Joy Watts Bailey. Older sister Carolyn Bailey Case, Children Nathan, Boyd(Marcella) & Jennifer(Daryl)Bailey Belz Step Children Stephen(Mel)& Hayley Watts, Proud Papa...

Jan 9, 2025

Tommy Wayne (Tom) Corbell, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, went to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 8, 2025. He was born in Bastrop, Texas, on October 29, 1946. 

Tom married the love of his life, Gloria Cisneros Corbell, on January 10, 1970, in Bastrop, Texas. Together, they shared many years of cherished memories until her...

Jan 9, 2025

Neil Edward Goertz entered his heavenly home on January 9,2025. He was 57 years old.

Neil was a very compassionate man and enjoyed helping people. He was extremely intelligent and gifted, (traits that were inherited by his daughters) and shared his gift when called upon. However, when called upon for advice he was pretty sure his way was the right way....

Dec 28, 2024

Maria Hill passed away December 28, 2024 at the age of 72.

She was born July 1, 1952 on a cotton farm in Robstown, Texas to Melton and Theodora Perez. She graduated from Robstown High School and went to Texas A & I and studied in the field of business management. She then went on to become a Special Needs Teacher...

Dec 19, 2024

 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Denise Rogers, a cherished Grandma known for her kind, loving, caring, and humorous personality, left us on December 19, 2024 with her family and loved ones by her side in Austin, Texas from a long battle with cancer. Denise was born on February 6th, 1954 in Greenville,Texas.She married the love...

Dec 19, 2024

Martha Lou Butler last child of Lester and Mamie Ray of Liberty Hill, Tx, born on January 18, 1946, in Liberty Hill, Texas, entered eternal rest on December 19, 2024, at her home in Bastrop, Texas, at the age of 78. She passed peacefully under the devoted care of her husband of 50 years, Dennis Butler. 

Martha is survived by her...

Dec 18, 2024

Donald Wayne Weeks, born March 5, 1950, in Odessa, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, in Bastrop, Texas due to congestive heart failure.

A dedicated public servant, Mr. Weeks proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as a jet mechanic. Following his military service, he embarked on a diverse career path, working in the oil fields...

Dec 17, 2024

Kenneth Kay Keagle passed away December 17, 2024 at the age of 79. 

A gathering of friends to honor Kenneth will take place at a later date.

Dec 16, 2024

John David Waits, age 78, of Bastrop, Texas passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024.

He was born on February 21, 1946, in Houston, Texas as the only child of John and Wanda Waits. The son of a colorful “short order” cook, he was nicknamed “Cookie” – a term of endearment by which he was known by his parents, uncles, aunts...

Dec 13, 2024

Guadalupe Aguilar Castillo, 80, of Bastrop, Texas, was called by God Friday, December 13, in the comfort of her home. 

Guadalupe Castillo or Tia Lupe as all her nieces, nephews, and their friends called her, was humble, wise, firm, no nonsense and focused. She was very religious and her believe in God was so strong that she always held to the...

Dec 8, 2024

Jeremy Morgan Jamison, passed with family and friends by his side, on December 8, 2024. He was 41. 

Jeremy was born in Austin, TX to Otheriene Kay Jamison and Terrence Stephen "Jake" Jamison. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and survived by his sister, Carey Lawrence and nieces, Autumn Miller and Jessica Mouser. 

Jeremy will be remembered by his genuine smile...

Dec 6, 2024

Jack Dale Rhoades, age 94 of Bastrop, Texas passed away December 6th, 2024, at his home in Bastrop. Jack was born in Hambleton, West Virginia, to Zernia Elizabeth and Cleveland Henry Rhoades on March 28,1930. He attended Parsons High School in Parsons, West Virginia. After graduation, he joined the United States Air Force. He did his Basic Training in San...

Dec 4, 2024

Raymond was born on February 9, 1933 to Modesta Marquez and Simon Ramon of Utley, Texas. Raymond died on December 4, 2024at home with his loving family. He was preceded in death by both parents. After completing high school, Ramond worked for the City of Bastrop for 4 years in the Electrical Department. He entered the Army on June 11,...