Local Obituaries

Nov 11, 2024

Psalm 62:1

 Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him

Nov 8, 2024

Gary Floyd Looney, a man of resilience and unwavering determination, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2024, in Austin, TX, at the age of 82. Born on October 2, 1942, in Springfield, MO. Gary led a life marked by service, innovation, and deep love for his family.

Gary began his journey as a proud member of the Army during the Vietnam...

Nov 7, 2024

Husband of Laura

Father of Matthew and Mason

Grandfather of Hudson and Claire

Dog dad of Bean

Oct 25, 2024

Life Reflections …My Story! 

 

I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. 

I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7

 

Audrey Mae Thornton Holloway, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, nanny and friend transitioned from this earthly home to her heavenly home on October 25, 2024, at the age of 84. 

Audrey Mae Thornton Holloway, affectionally known as “Mae Mae”, was...

Oct 22, 2024

Jose C Tovar, born on August 31, 1967, passed away on October 2024. He is survived his family and, who cherish his memory. A Funeral Service will be held in his on November 1, 2024, starting at 4:00 PM at All Faiths Funeral & Cremation Services in North Austin, Texas. The service will conclude at 7:00 PM. Jose will be...

Oct 21, 2024

Tony Alvarado, beloved father, brother, son, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2024, at the age of 61. Born on May 12, 1963, Tony was a vibrant soul whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of everyone he met.

Tony was the son of the late Geronimo Alvarado and Oralia Garcia. He was preceded in death by his father...

Oct 16, 2024

Oct 12, 2024

Richard Lee Lopez, age 70, passed away on October 12, 2024, gaining his wings with grace and dignity. Born on November 16, 1953, in Austin, Texas, Richard lived a life filled with love, service, and devotion to his family and country.

Richard proudly served in the United States Air Force from January 1973 to June 1989, where he earned numerous accolades,...

Oct 12, 2024

John Robert Locke, 91, of Dripping Springs, Texas, died on October 12, 2024.

He was born in Norman, Oklahoma on August 18, 1933 to Alfred Locke and Helen Hutchins. He married Carla Gay Saunders on February 26, 1953, in Ogden, Utah, and was sealed to her in the Salt Lake City Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints...

Oct 11, 2024

Penny Alaine Schlabach, 78, passed away on October 11, 2024, at home surrounded by family in Round Rock, TX. Penny was the daughter of G.D. and Edna Lewis of Morton, TX. She was born on August 8, 1946, where she grew up and graduated from Morton High School in 1964. Penny married her high school sweetheart, Steve Schlabach, on July...

Oct 8, 2024

Oct 4, 2024

Brother Wesley Nettles was born on January 18, 1941, to Emma Mae and William Henry Nettles in New Mexico. He was the firstborn to this union of six.

Brother Nettles confessed his belief in Christ and accepted him as his personal Savior at an early age and was baptized.

Brother Nettles obtained his formal education in the Austin Independent School District, attending...

Oct 2, 2024

Sandra Ann Holt was born on September 10, 1938, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She passed away on October 2, 2024, at the age of 86 in Austin, Texas. She was the daughter of Archie Melvin and Ruth Martha Hall. 

On March 9, 1957, she married Donald Joe Holt in Compton, California, and together they had four children: Donnie, Dané, Brad, and Belynda. 

Sandra...

Sep 29, 2024

Nathan Scot Bage, affectionately known as Peepaw, Bogie, Scooter, Al, and Easter Bunny to Lisa, passed away at the age of 66 in Austin, Texas, on September 29, 2024. He was born on November 28, 1957, in Cameron, Texas.



Bogie was a beloved husband to Lisa Bage, a proud father to Jacob Bage (Jan) and Travis Bage, and a doting grandfather...

Sep 20, 2024

Ellen Lee Vaughn, aged 89, passed away on September 20, 2024 in Austin, Texas



Ellen was a cherished member of her community and a beloved figure in her family. Professionally, Ellen dedicated many years to Haynes Whaley and Associates, in Houston Texas and served as the Office Manager at Round Rock Orthopedic Associates until she retired. Her commitment to her work...

Sep 17, 2024

Frank Ramos passed away on September 17, 2024 at the age of 43. He was born in Austin, TX on March 2, 1981 to Maria Villela and Bonifacio Ramos Sr.

He was preceded by his mother, Maria Villela; brother, Bonifacio Ramos Jr.; and son, Frank Ramos Jr.

He is lovingly remembered by his children, Samantha Ramos, Ezekiel Ramos, Stephanie Ortega, Rosemarie Ortega,...

Sep 15, 2024

Harvey Eugene Crenshaw, the son of Dorothy Ann Jefferson and Harvey Crenshaw Sr, came into the world on April 9, 1969, in Austin, Texas. 

Harvey had to manage his special needs disability but sill attended public school until he arrived at The Texas State School. He later was taken under the care of “Family of New Beginning”.

He is preceded in death...

Sep 14, 2024

Joe Manuel “Buddy” Sepeda passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 14, 2024 at the age of 52 years old. He was born in Austin, TX on September 21, 1971 to his parents, Santiago Sepeda Sr. and Sofia Sepeda.

Buddy loved to draw and paint and was a very talented artist as well as an avid fisherman....

Sep 11, 2024

Sep 11, 2024

Alfred (Fred) Joseph Casarez died peacefully on September 11, 2024, at the age of 57. Fred was born in Austin, TX on March 13, 1967. He is preceded in death by his parents Felipe Casarez and Maria Guadalupe (Cavazos) Diaz. He is survived by his son Alfred Joseph Casarez (AJ), uncles David and Arthur Cavazos, and numerous aunts, uncles, and...