Local Obituaries

Jan 13, 2021

It is with extremely heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Angel Watson at the age of 67. Angel is survived by her children, sons Shane, Justin and daughter Brandi; daughter-in-law Susan and granddaughter Dylan; brother Roger and sister-in-law Joette and faithful companion Happy; extended family members and many friends. As Angel would say, "It is only goodbye for...

Jan 8, 2021

Michael James Werst, beloved son, father, brother, teacher and friend died January 8th. Multitalented, Michael was an accomplished cellist who loved performing and teaching.  He was an avid gardener, fisherman, and cook who loved sharing his talents with others.  His greatest joy was as a father to his children, Lily and James.

Jan 7, 2021

Born to Ward Rankin and Anna Belle Burke on June 15, 1950, in Lufkin, Texas, Betsy made her peaceful transition to heaven on January 7, 2021, after a brief COVID-related illness in Austin, Texas.

Betsy was born with the challenges and the blessings of Downs Syndrome.  Her birth in 1950 became the genesis of many lasting contributions her parents...

Jan 5, 2021

Joe Manuel "Tiny" Duran August 29, 1977 - January 5, 2021 Beloved Boyfriend, Son, Brother, Uncle and Father Joe Manuel "Tiny" Duran born in Austin, Texas on August 29, 1977 was called home by our Heavenly Father on Tuesday January 5, 2021. He is proceeded in death by his father Joe Rivera, Mother Pearl Duran, Maternal and Paternal Grandparents....

Jan 4, 2021

Donald Paul “Don” Lander was born Nov. 19, 1926 in Hamilton, Ohio and passed away Jan. 4, 2021 in Austin, Tx. Don served his country during WW II in the Army and later branch transferred to the Air Force when it was established. After his military service Don decided to switch the cold of Ohio winters for the sun...

Jan 1, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Leroy Houston. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 31, 2020

Ronald “Breck”Nolen, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2020. He was born June 26, 1962 in Weatherford, Oklahoma to Ron and Kay Nolen. Breck loved his family and friends unconditionally. He was an avid hunter and animal lover. He spent a great deal of his time caring for and loving his precious labrador retrievers, his koi, and...

Dec 30, 2020

Annette Cooke Stokes passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on December 30, 2020 from heart complications and pneumonia. (not Cov-19) She was surrounded by her daughters and loving husband of 61 years. She leaves a legacy of loving her family and serving her community and her God.

Annette was born August 26, 1936 in Spartanburg...

Dec 18, 2020

Beloved son, brother and father Mark V. Acosta born in  Lockhart, Tx on 9/25/69 was called home by our Heavenly Father on Friday December 18, 2020. He is proceeded in death by his father Andres Acosta, Maternal Grandmother Rafela Torres, Maternal Grandfather Joe Cedillo Sr. Paternal Grandparents Vicente and Juanita Acosta.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda...

Dec 15, 2020

Lt. Col. John F. Taylor (Frank) 89 passed away peacefully on December 15, 2020. He is survived by his 6 children John, Joni, Ronnie, Randy, Matt and Mark; eleven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife of 64 years Annell Degrassi Taylor, mother Viola Ward (Burr), father Jacob Taylor, step-father General Jack Ward, brothers Jack...

Dec 11, 2020

Frank (Francisco) Galvez born in Austin, Tx on July 3, 1946 passed away on December 11, 2020, at 7:15pm.  He was preceded in death by his father, Francisco Galvez and his mother Lenora Galvez.  He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Janie Soza Galvez, Sons, Julian Galvez, Joseph Martinez and Daughter, Cynthia Duran.  He had 6 grandchildren...

Dec 11, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Hattie Delores Houston. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 8, 2020

In Memory of Margarita Fuentes Rivera

Margarita Fuentes Rivera was born to Benigna Rivera and Francisco Fuentes on December 28, 1940 in Puerto Rico. She was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, Francisco Rivera Fuentes, PFC US Army (Korea). She is survived by her two children, Carlos Francisco and Amalia Rivera Fuentes. Margarita was...

Dec 8, 2020

Juan Fernandez Sr. was born on February 3, 1959 and was called to Heaven on December 8, 2020. He is survived by his loving sons, Juan Fernandez Jr. and wife Veronica, Sunny Fernandez, Steven Fernandez, and daughter Nickie Nina Fernandez. Juan had 14 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind sisters Patricia (Vicente) Gonzalez, Laura Mendiola (Nemirio), Lila Garcia...

Dec 5, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Dianne Eyvonne Bratchett. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 1, 2020

Christopher Graham Baker August 8, 1949 – December 1, 2020

Long time Austin resident Christopher Graham Baker, 71, passed away Tuesday, December 1, at Ascension Seton Southwest Hospital, following a three-year battle with multiple myeloma. He is survived by his wife Maralinda Baker, daughter Lauren Baker, son Brett Baker, and sisters Gail Acree and Lisa Bolton; mother...

Nov 28, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Ora Mae Wilkerson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 26, 2020

Obituario de Graciela Diaz de Leon                       1963-2020

Nuestra amada Graciela Diaz de Leon, fue llamada a nuestro Padre Celestial el jueves 26 de noviembre de 2020 en Austin, Texas.  Graciela, conocida como ‘Chela’, nació en Ojuelos de Jalisco, México. Le precedieron en la muerte...

Nov 23, 2020

Mildred Owens was born on March 16, 1935 and passed away at home on November 23, 2020.

Nov 16, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Ernest Loving. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.