Local Obituaries

Aug 9, 2024

Marian Lea McCurdy Robertson - beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend - died peacefully on August 9th during a brief hospital stay. 

Marian was born on August 2, 1931, to John A. and May Lea McCurdy. The second of two children, Marian was born and raised in Austin and attended the University of Texas, graduating with a BA in 1951....

Aug 7, 2024

It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Alexandrea Dee Bender on August, 7, 2024 in Kyle, TX. She was born on September 3, 1984, in Austin, TX, and was a beloved wife and loving mother to her three children.

She is survived by her husband Cayce Crummer; children Arion Kimmelman, Skye Crummer, and Aesun Crummer; grandmother...

Aug 4, 2024

Written with love by Sidney’s caretaker of 13 years, Paul Husarski

Sidney Rice How can I describe Sidney? Friendly, loving, brave, stubborn, great taste in music…simple, tough, pure and childlike. God dealt Sydney tough cards. Because of his disability, he required assistance in areas of his life that most of us take for granted.

Our paths crossed 12 years ago when I...

Aug 2, 2024

Lynn Howard King, Sr., of Austin, Texas, entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 2, 2024, after a life richly lived in service and kindness. Lynn was born on November 18, 1935, to the late Hilbert and Henrietta King. Later, he served in the U.S. Army, which included a tour of duty in Korea. He also attended Huston-Tillotson College where...

Aug 2, 2024

Jane Carol Owen, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on January 15, 1935, Jane lived a life full of love, laughter, and grace.

Jane’s enduring love story began with her marriage to Ken Owen, with whom she shared a remarkable 67 years of companionship. Together, they...

Aug 1, 2024

Lawayne Earl Guengerich (born July 25, 1938) of Austin, Texas went to Heaven on August 1, 2024. He was the eldest son of Earl Raymond and Myrtle Violet (Tompkins) Guengerich (both deceased).

Born in Newton (KS), Lawayne briefly lived in Hesston (KS), before moving to Iowa. There, he mostly grew up in Wellman, Daytonville, and West Chester (IA), where he helped...

Aug 1, 2024

 AJ Blaylock was born to the late Allen James Blaylock and LaVera Blaylock. He attended school in Ft. Worth TX, while frequently traveling to Austin, TX he met his first love Gloria Winn and through this union, two children were born. He later became united in marriage to Linda McKinney Blaylock. 

 Anthony professed his loved for God, and it radiated onto...

Jul 31, 2024

Girlene Marie Williams Gilford

‘Pick’

1937–2024

Girlene Marie Gilford was born Girlene Marie Williams on Saturday, October 9, 1937, to Rev. Iris and Mrs. Inez P. Williams on the Flath farm in Prairie Valley, Fayette County, Texas. She left this life on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at her home in Killeen, Texas, with her son, Raymond Gilford, at her side. 

Following the loss of...

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Jul 25, 2024

Atanacio Hernandez January 23, 1961 – July 25, 2024. Atanacio Hernandez, a beloved musician and dedicated show steer trainer, passed away on July 25, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Born on January 23, 1961, in Sain Alto, Zacatecas, Mexico, Atanacio touched many lives with his warmth and passion.

A talented musician, Atanacio composed and performed his own songs, sharing his love for...

Jul 22, 2024

Shelley Lisle of Liberty Hill, TX, passed away on July 22, 2024, and is united in Heaven with her mother, Willa Jean Bowdoin, stepfather George Bowdoin, father, Herman Lee Wall, and brother, Dennis “Joe” Wall.

Shelley grew up in Victoria, Texas, and graduated from Lanier High School in Austin. She attended the University of Texas at Austin and earned a bachelor's...

Jul 18, 2024

Eileen Marie Brown (Whetzle) passed away on July 18, 2024, at the age of 89, in Round Rock, Texas. Born on January 24, 1935, in Eden, NY, to Samuel and Marion Whetzle, Eileen grew up in Eden, New York, where she always said she had an idyllic childhood. She married her husband, Thomas Joseph Brown, in 1955. They later moved...

Jul 18, 2024

Jul 16, 2024

Margaret Barrientes, born on May 27, 1967, in Austin Texas, passed away on July 16, 2024 She was known for her kind heart and gentle.

Margaret's life will be honored and remembered in the upcoming services. A visitation will take place on July 24, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at All Faiths Funeral & Cremation Services in North Austin.

Following...

Jul 15, 2024

Jesse Chargualaf called himself a simple man, but he was extraordinary. On August 2, 1942, in a cave near Dandan on the American island of Guam amid World War II, he was born to Rosa Crisostomo San Nicolas Chargualaf and Jose San Nicolas Chargualaf while his mother was hiding from the occupying Japanese forces. 

Nearly all the island boys were given...

Jul 9, 2024

Our beloved Cassandra M. Salazar, age 34, was called to our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. 

Cassandra was a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, Granddaughter, Niece, Sister, and Friend. She is preceded in death by her Beloved Maternal Grandmother Cheryl Lozano.

 Cassandra is survived by her boyfriend Billy, loving children Michael, Gabrielle, Julian, Ariele, Christal, Billie, Armani, and Royal and Granddaughter...

Jul 8, 2024

Andrew was a lifelong resident of Austin, Texas, until his homegoing. Mr.Andrew Bueno also know as “Drew” entered Eternal Rest on 7/9/2024 …He was born on 7/31/72 He enjoyed being around family, going out to eat, and listening to music. Andrew was always willing to give his last to help someone out. His heart was pure, and he loved his...

Jul 6, 2024

Jul 6, 2024

Shirley Bruch’s big heart failed her on Saturday 7/6/24.

Shirley is survived by children Katherine (Frank Serrano), Margaret, Mark (Angela Mote), Joe and John; grandchildren Heather (Jeff Luton), Jonathon, Michael, Elizabeth and Athena; great grandchildren Hailey, Helena and James.

Shirley was preceded in death by son Michael, husband James Matthias, father Joseph Cervetti and mother Margaret Braun. 

Shirley was born, raised and educated...