All Obituaries

Joe Eugene Burleson, born on March 5, 1960, passed from this earthly life on April 18, 2021 with the love of his life by his side.  Joe was born in San Angelo, Texas and raised in Brownwood, Texas.   Joe loved life and could always be counted on for a good laugh.  He enjoyed listening to old music and definitely had a passion for watching movies.  He was always up for an adventure and loved to travel.  He has certainly left a hole in many people’s...

Larry James Friske, age 82, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, April 17, 2021 in Katy, Texas.  He was born November 9, 1938 in Bastrop, Texas to Albert and Dora (Wilhelm) Friske.      Later the family moved to Cistern and Larry graduated from Flatonia High School in 1958. He served in the US Army from 1958 to 1961.      He moved to Houston upon return from the Army and then went to Dallas in 1962 to Machinist Trade College.      On July...

Margaret Mae Holland passed away on April 15, 2021 at the age of 95.  A graveside service will be held to celebrate the life of Margaret Mae Holland at 10:00am on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Cook Walden Capital Memorial Park Cemetery in Pflugerville, Texas. 

Armando Garza Salinas, 59, of Bastrop, Texas, was called home by our heavenly father on April 14, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father and mother , Espetacion and Juana Salinas; brothers, Epifanio Naldomado and Jose Salinas. He is survived by his wife, Elidia Salinas; children, Gloria and Elija Vaquera; sons, Elija Jr., Benjamin (Kristina) Salinas, Enrique Armando Lopez, Maricella Salinas and Stephen Moore, Jaiden Evan, and Carson James Moore, Armando Salinas Jr; brothers, Guadalupe...

William Rolland “Sully” Simpson, 76, of Kyle, Texas, passed away on March 29,2021 in Kyle, Texas. He was born on March 20,1945 in Bastrop,TX. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Vickie Lynn Simpson, and two children Kimberly Renee Simpson of Austin, TX and Jared Rolland Simpson of Austin, TX; brothers Richard Michael (Donna) Simpson of Murphy, TX and Carl Wade (Judy) of Kansas City, MO and an aunt, Phyllis Simpson of Alliance, NE. Several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was...

Ruth Ella Roeber, age 69, of Austin, Texas, was welcomed into heaven on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. She was surrounded by her brother and sisters. Ruth loved the Lord Jesus and was always seeking to draw close to Him. She was known for her friendliness and laughter, as well as her generosity. Ruth loved spending time with her miniature poodle, Cody. They were both well known in her neighborhood where they took frequent walks, visiting with neighbors along the way. Her yard was a...

Mark Jerome Goertz, 89, of Rockne, TX passed away early Monday morning, March 22, 2021. He was born on December 5, 1931 to Rudolph and Hettie Goertz of Red Rock, TX.  Mark married the love of his life Barbara Goertz on January 4, 1955.  They were married for 66 wonderful years and blessed with 10 children: Monica Kadura (husband Glenn), Michael Goertz (wife Kathy), Jeffrey Goertz (wife Pat), Michelle Klaus (husband Russell), Bridget Wolf (husband Ronnie), Brian Goertz (wife Lisa),...

William (Bill) Brown, 92, of Smithville, TX, died Friday March 19, 2021. He was born May 11, 1928 in Oklahoma City.  He was the son of Joe Brown and Laura Beatrice Oates. He was a senior building inspector for the city of Austin for 17 years. He was united in marriage to Carlene Branum on October 10, 1975. He shared 45 years with the woman he adored. He was baptized on September 25,1977 at First Baptist church. He later joined Rosanky Baptist church. He was a servant for the Lord. He...

Leonard Frank Akins was born November 5, 1933 and died March 11, 2021 at 11:25 pm at home due to complications from pneumonia and Alzheimer’s. Frank was born in San Saba County, Texas, the son of Mr. & Mrs. George Leonard Akins. Preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Gazelle Akins, and two sisters, Ann Dodds and Bobbye Slaughter of Brady, Texas. Survived by his loving wife Beverly of 68 years, and 3 daughters Becky DeButts, Judy Phillips and Tonya Akins.  Five grand...

Miguel Barrientos – age: 91 years 4 months 11 days Beloved Son, Brother, Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. But above all a Trusted and Valued Colleague, Friend and Confidant.   On the morning of March 11th, 2021 Miguel Barrientos heard the call to come home and chose to do just that, he went home to be guided by the hand of God into the arms of his family, friends, and extended families.   Miguel was born in the small township of Phelan, Bastrop...