Obituaries

Local Obituaries

Florentino Antonio Mora

Florentino Antonio Mora

Feb 28, 2026

Florentino Antonio Mora falleció en paz, rodeado del amor de su familia, el sábado 28 de febrero de 2026, a la edad de 58 años en Austin, Texas.

Nació el 13 de noviembre de 1967 en Puebla, México, hijo de Ramón Antonio y Francisca Mora. A lo largo de su vida, Florentino llevó consigo los valores del trabajo duro, la creatividad...

Michael Derek "Derek" Saldana

Michael Derek "Derek" Saldana

Mar 1, 2026

Michael Derek Saldana, age 50 passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, at 7:43 p.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Living Center in Branson, Missouri.

Derek was born on December 10, 1975, in Austin, Texas. He spent most of his life in Austin before moving to Branson, Missouri in 2019.

He was the beloved only child of Mike and Dee Saldana. Derek...

Susan Haugland

Susan Haugland

Feb 10, 2026

Susan N. Haugland, age 91, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandma and friend whose faith and kindness touched countless lives. She was an amazing, graceful woman with so much life, whose faith and kindness touched countless hearts.

Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, Susan grew up in a large, loving family with nine brothers...

Joseph Bedford

Joseph Bedford

Feb 5, 2026

Joseph Bedford was born on April 15, 1945, and passed away on February 5, 2026. He served his country honorably in the United States military during the Vietnam War from 1967 to 1969.

Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Beulah Bedford, as well as his siblings Josephine, Dorothy, and Terry.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his sister,...

Barbara Lanell Gay

Barbara Lanell Gay

Mar 2, 2026

The obituary is currently being prepared with care and will be shared in the coming days.

Service times will be posted once confirmed. 

Linda Peterson Kolonsky

Linda Peterson Kolonsky

Feb 26, 2026

Linda Peterson Kolonsky passed away on 2/26/26. She was 77 years old. Born and raised in Westchester County NY, she moved to Austin in 2023 to be with her daughter Carrie. She had an accomplished career as a substance abuse counselor, helping many people achieve recovery. She loved traveling and exploring, but she also loved and missed her home, friends...

Roman Sanchez

Roman Sanchez

Feb 15, 2026

Atanacio Roman Sanchez, 57, of Harker Heights, Texas passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

He was born on May 17, 1967 in Laredo, Texas, to parents Atanacio Roman Sanchez and Alicia Gonzales.

Roman celebrated living with a joy that all would envy. His work ethic was unmatched in its intensity and dedication to whatever he faced.

He is survived by his...

Derrick Houston

Derrick Houston

Feb 15, 2026

Derrick Wayne Houston, born on December 2, 1969, in Phoenix, Arizona, left this world peacefully in his sleep on February 15, 2026, in Austin, Texas, after bravely battling heart problems. He was a cherished son, brother, and friend whose loving personality and radiant smile will be profoundly missed.

Derrick's educational journey began at Popham Elementary, and he later attended Del Valle...

Megan Page Montgomery

Megan Page Montgomery

Feb 14, 2026

Megan Page Montgomery was born on February 11, 1987, in Austin, Texas. She passed away unexpectedly on February 13, 2026. A proud Austin native, Megan carried her love for her hometown throughout her life and career.

She graduated from St. Edward’s University with both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Business Administration, a testament to her determination and strong...

Mary Helen Sipe Vasquez

Mary Helen Sipe Vasquez

Feb 4, 2026

Mary Helen Sipe Vasquez, 89, passed on February 4, 2026.

She was born on March 25, 1936 to Pedro Ramirez, Sr. and Trinidad Ramirez in San Marcos, Tx.

She is survived by her daughter Deborah “DeeDee” of Austin, Tx, her son Robert “Bobby”; grandchildren Charis, Ujjwala, Matteo, Macario (Australia); brothers Richard Ramirez, Johnny Ramirez, Delpino Ramirez, and sister Virginia Ramirez (Lubbock, Tx);...

Charles Raines English

Charles Raines English

Feb 3, 2026

Charles (Charlie) Raines English of Bastrop, Texas passed away of natural causes on 3 February 2026, in Smithville Texas. He was born 21 October 1934 in Stephenville, Texas to Jack and Effie English where he grew up and attended school. Charles earned a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Texas in Austin specializing in spin-cast jewelry, leather works,...

LaVera Bradshaw

LaVera Bradshaw

Feb 3, 2026

LaVera Bradshaw was born June 24, 1938 in Austin, Texas to Susie Mae Williams and Martin Victor Bradshaw. She united in Christ at an early age where she became a member of Rosewood Baptist, then later moved her membership to Shiloh Baptist Church in Littig, Texas under the leadership of Lindsey Ray Wilson Sr. where she served until her health...

Charles Grandville Wilson Jr.

Charles Grandville Wilson Jr.

Jan 30, 2026

Charles G. Wilson Jr. was born on January 13, 1978 in Austin, TX to Mr. Charles G. Wilson Sr. and Saretha Ross. Charles attended Dobie High School. He was funny, loved to laugh. He often spent time with family.

Charles G. Wilson Jr. was also raised and baptized at Eastside Church of Christ. He always focused on family and continued to...

Linda Turner Conway

Linda Turner Conway

Jan 26, 2026

Linda Conway was born January 12, 1946, in Liberty, Texas, to loving parents George and Ethel Turner. She grew up in El Campo, Texas, where she was a proud member of the marching band at El Campo High School, as well as a synchronized swimmer. Linda’s family moved to California, where she graduated from Long Beach High School in 1965.Linda...

Linda Turner Conway

Linda Turner Conway

Jan 26, 2026

The obituary is currently being prepared with care and will be shared in the coming days.

Anibal Everardo Ramirez Gomez

Anibal Everardo Ramirez Gomez

Jan 25, 2026

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