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Kohutek

1 year ago By News Staff

Genelle Audrey Obermueller Kohutek was called home by her Heavenly Father on April 5, 2025. Genelle was born in Willow Springs on June 7, 1935 to Clarence G. Obermueller and Nellie L. Heinsohn. Genelle, being the 3rd generation was raised on her family’s farm in Willow Springs and the core values she learned in her early years at the farm served her throughout her life.

Hollas

1 year ago By News Staff

Mildred M. Hollas passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, basked by the glow of a beautiful spring day and surrounded by her loving family.

Albrecht

1 year ago By News Staff

Funeral services for Robert Albrecht, 73 of Paige, were held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Martin Luther Lutheran Church in Giddings with Rev. Blake Anderson officiating Robert Ray Albrecht was born on July 15, 1951 in Giddings to Emil Carl Albrecht and Frieda Emma (Saegert) Albrecht. He graduated from Giddings High School in 1969 and married Alice Steinbach on Aug. 19, 1972 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Pin Oak.

Robert passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at St. David’s Medical Center in Austin.

Krnavek

1 year ago By News Staff

Joseph Henry (Joe) Krnavek, Sr., 83, of La Grange passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Joe was born in Corpus Christi on Sept.

Vaughns

1 year ago By News Staff

Vaughns Visitation for Vivian Lois Dobbins Vaughns will take place on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 12-8 p.m. at Tree of Life Funeral Directors, 1051 S.

Miertschin

1 year ago By News Staff

Amanda Irene Buscha Miertschin, 91 of Dripping Springs was called home on Thursday, April 17, 2025. She was born on March 2, 1934, in La Grange, to Laura Giese Buscha and William Henry Buscha. She was raised on the family farm in Rabbs Prairie, surrounded by the love of her parents, her sister Ellen, and her brother Benjamin. Life on the farm instilled in her a deep sense of family, faith, hard work, and the simple joys of life— values she would carry with her forever.

Weishuhn

1 year ago By News Staff

Waldo Carl Weishuhn, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025, at the age of 89 in Columbus. Born on Jan. 13, 1936, in Post Oak Point, Waldo lived a life marked by love, service, and the simple joys of country living. Waldo was the beloved husband of Leontina (Shimek) Weishuhn for almost 66 years. Together, they built a warm and welcoming home filled with laughter and love.

Carlton

1 year ago By News Staff

Richard Spencer “Dick” Carlton Sr. was born on July 31, 1941 in Houston to Ruth and Spencer Carlton. He graduated from Milby High School in Houston in 1959 and attended Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. He met the love of his life, Kay Morgan in 1961 and they married on May 4, 1963. Their 62-year marriage brought him great joy and pride, as did their two children, Rick and Suzanne.

Cordes

1 year ago By News Staff

Katherine Carolyn (Rodiek) Cordes, better known as Katie to her family and friends, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 14, 2025, in Portland. Born on Sept. 7, 1933, in Fayette County, Katie lived a life marked by laughter, love, and a warm spirit that drew people to her.

Polasek

1 year ago By News Staff

Virginia Lee Polasek, affectionately known as Virginia to her friends and family, was a beacon of resilience and love. Born on Feb. 2, 1932, in the quaint town of Frelsburg, Virginia’s journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit and dedication to her family. Her life came to a peaceful close on April 15, 2025, in La Grange, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

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