Funeral services for Evelyn Ripper, 88, of Schulenburg, were held Friday, Dec. 3, 2021 at 10:30 a.m.

Robert L. Schlabach (Bob), age 80 of New Braunfels, passed away on Nov. 24, 2021. Robert loved his family unconditionally, worked hard, and served the Shelby and New Braunfels communities throughout his life. He was a loyal friend and wise mentor. He was generous, kind, intelligent, creative, and always willing to lend a helping hand. We will remember him with his crooked smile, contagious laugh, and making the most of every day.

Samuel Clayton Welsh, 82, of Katy, passed away on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021.

John Jurek, Jr., 85, of Gonzales, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021.

Elizabeth Elaine Dehnert, 70, of Beeville, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, passed away on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. Graveside services are set for 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021 at La Grange City Cemetery with Rev. Greg Traylor officiating.

E.E. “Gene” Mechura passed away on Sunday, Nov.

Nancie Ellyn (Lahee) Harlan, 76, of La Grange, passed away peacefully on Monday, Nov. 22, 2021, in La Grange.

Funeral services for Evelyn Gersch, 91 of Giddings, are scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Giddings with Vicar Josh Hahn officiating. Burial will follow in the Giddings City Cemetery.

Marie Marcella (Zapalac) Fitzgerald of Beeville entered eternal rest on Nov. 20, 2021.

Graveside Services for Myra Antoinette (Young) Patton, 95, of La Grange are set for 1 p.m., Friday, Nov. 26, 2021 at Friends Church Cemetery in Friendswood.