Melvin August Schilling, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was called to his eternal home on Nov. 7, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on March 7, 1929, in the quaint town of Winedale, to Adolph and Olga Makowsky Schilling. He was baptized on June 16, 1929 at Winedale Lutheran Church and he reaffirmed his Christian faith through Confirmation on Feb. 7, 1943 in Greenvine, Texas at Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Melvin’s life was a testament to the values of faith, family, and hard work.

Irene Frances Prihoda passed away peacefully in her sleep on Nov. 9, 2025 in Schulenburg.

Schiwart, 84 of La Grange, passed away on Nov. 6, 2025 in Weimar.

Glenda Arlene Holladay of La Grange lovingly known as “Arlene” entered into Eternal Rest on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 at the age of 64.

Jack Flynt Elder, age 91, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 in College Station surrounded by his family as he entered his eternal home.

her memory and the countless lessons she imparted. As we bid farewell to Billie Bell Brau, we celebrate a life well-lived, full of love, dedication, and selflessness.

Yvonne Ann Carr Shuler Psenick entered her eternal rest on Oct. 23, 2025, in Austin, surrounded by her loving family. She lived 86 years and 11 months as a faithful servant of God, walking daily in His love, grace, and light.

The family of Jerry Dean Jacob, 90, of Carmine, is saddened to announce his passing on Thursday, Oct, 30, 2025, at his home in Carmine. Jerry was born on June 24, 1935, in Carmine, the “baby” of the family to the late Emil Paul Jacob, Jr.

On Nov. 1, 2025, All Saints Day, Lynn Wayne Conine went to his heavenly home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

George Brandt III was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, at the age of 85. George was born on July 26, 1940, in Holman to George and Gertrude (Trefny) Brandt. From his lifelong home in Holman, he could see the homes of his father and grandfather and fulfilled their legacy, one of hard work and service. This legacy is now passed to his daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.