Local Obituaries

Jul 28, 2025

John Alton Sailors, a beloved father and dedicated servant of his community, passed away on July 28, 2025, in Austin, Texas. Born on September 14, 1963, in Germany, John spent his early years moving around the country with his family due to his father's military service. The family eventually settled in Moreno Valley, California, where John grew into a compassionate...

Aug 23, 2025

Aug 16, 2025

Aug 15, 2025

Kevon, Courtney Dian (age 43), formerly of Davidsville, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 15, 2025, and went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.



Born October 1, 1981, to David and Joyce Kevon, Courtney was a 2000 graduate of Conemaugh Township Area High School. Over the years, she made homes in Hamburg, Germany; Pittsburgh, PA; and most...

Aug 4, 2025

Jay Ellis, of Austin, Texas, passed away on August 4, 2025. 

Full obituary pending. 

Aug 3, 2025

Terrence "Terry" Eugene English, 62, of Austin, Texas, passed

away tragically on August 3rd, 2025. Terry was a man of simple

pleasures and deep passions, and his absence will be profoundly

felt by his family and friends.

Terry was an avid golfer who loved spending his days on the

green. He also had a great enthusiasm for racing and spent many

hours enjoying the thrill of...

Aug 3, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Miguel Mondragón Jaimes, a devoted son, father, and grandfather, who left us on August 3, 2025, at the age of 49. Miguel was a man of strength; his presence was a source of comfort, and his guidance a steady light to those who knew him.

Miguel is lovingly remembered by...

Jul 31, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jan Burke WallMay 10, 1939 – July 31, 2025

Jan Wall, age 86, of Buda, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, surrounded by family.

Jan found her calling in helping children. She worked as a bookkeeper for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) and later became a CASA volunteer herself. The work was emotionally demanding,...

Jul 31, 2025

Jul 28, 2025

Willie C. Foster peacefully departed this life on July 28, 2025, in Austin, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family.Born in Taylor, Texas, on January 20, 1935, to Lillie Mae Williams, Willie was a woman of deep faith and compassion.

At an early age, she professed her belief in God at St. Stephen’s Missionary Baptist Church under Rev. B.F. Palmer....

Jul 25, 2025

Jul 25, 2025

Joyce Marie Fletcher-McClain, a beloved member of the Austin community, was born on August 30, 1956, and passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, in her cherished hometown of Austin, Texas. Joyce was a beacon of kindness and strength, radiating warmth and compassion to everyone fortunate enough to cross her path.

Joyce was the devoted mother of three wonderful children, Dalecia...

Jul 24, 2025

Rosa "Rosie" Helms (86) passed away on 24 July 2025 peacefully at home. Rosie was born in Asbach Germany on 22 July 1939 to Rosa and Ludwig Weinzierl. She was a loving daughter, mother, wife, friend, and grandmother to all.She is preceded in death by both her parents, her brothers Franz Eichinger and Ludwig Weinzierl, and sisters Anni Schuh and...

Jul 23, 2025

Carolyn Ann Franks, affectionately known as "Lur," was born on September 11, 1956, in Duluth, Georgia. She left this world on July 23, 2025, in Austin, Texas, after a life filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Carolyn was a unique soul who was giving and very prideful, reflecting the warmth and generosity that she shared with everyone around her.

Carolyn...

Jul 20, 2025

Jul 20, 2025

Harold Louis Dyer, 82, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, at Onion Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation in Austin, Texas, after a long and courageous journey with dementia.

Born on January 14, 1943, in Houston, Texas, Harold was the son of Harold Franklin Dyer and Rose Inez Mills. He was a devoted husband to the late Marcelina Ruiz and a proud...

Jul 16, 2025

Jul 15, 2025

Steven D. Conn; was born on November 25, 1983 (the day after Thanksgiving that year), the son of Sheila Black and Richard Conn. He grew up in Austin, and was raised by his mother along with his loving and devoted Grandmother, Bertha Woodard and his two Aunts, Sharlette Maney and Sandra Fresch-Daniels. Steven’s Cousins; Andre, Sean Quincy Fresch and William...

Jul 15, 2025

Reginaldo "Joey" Perez, born on July 28, 1975, in Shelby, Michigan, passed away on July 15, 2025. Joey was a beloved son, brother, and father whose impact resonated deeply with all who had the privilege of knowing him.

The son of Reginaldo Alcántara Pérez and the late Virginia Casillas Perez, Joey's spirit lived on through the bonds he formed with his...

Jul 15, 2025

Saroya Juella Carter was born on July 15, 2025, to parents Tabathia Cooks and Ezereck Carter.

Baby Saroya was born asleep and, although her time here was brief, she was loved profoundly.

Saroya leaves behind her mother, Tabathia Cooks; her father, Ezereck Carter; her big brother Omari Cooks; her maternal grandparents, Melinda and Wilbert Anderson, and Cornelius and Sherri Cooks; maternal great-great grandmother...