Local Obituaries

Jun 4, 2018

Milton Ray Gilford was born on Thursday, October 31, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan to Dan and Lula (Jackson) Gilford. He was the second of six children. He entered into eternal rest on Monday, June 4, 2018. He attended Detroit public schools, including Southeastern High School. Flight was Milton’s first love. He often talked about going down to the airfield...

May 31, 2018

Norma Jean Hoes passed away peacefully on May 31, 2018 with her daughters by her side. Norma was born January 16, 1942 in Coupland, TX to E.H. Gensler and Martha Pruesse. She was later adopted by her stepfather William (Bill) Atcheson.

Mom had a love for all animals, especially stray cats that needed a home. She loved...

May 31, 2018

An obituary is not available at this time for Cora Chambers. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

May 31, 2018

May 29, 2018

Tonia Kay Spicer, (53) died on May 29, 2018 at Memorial Herman Greater Heights Hospital, in Houston, TX due to complications with her heart. Tonia was born on January 3, 1965 in Moline, IL to her parents, Ferlie and Crotis Spicer Sr. She is the ninth of ten children.

She was preceded in death by her parents,...

May 28, 2018

Our Beloved Ora Lee Whalon, age 90 of Austin was called by Our Heavenly Father on Monday, May 28th, 2018.

Mrs. Whalon is survived by 2 Daughters; Jacquelyn A. Brown and Patricia Johnson Favos, both of Austin, Texas.

Visitation Service will be held on Monday, June 4th, 2018 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at All Faiths...

May 26, 2018

Patricia Ann Brody, 59, of Austin, Texas passed away Friday May 25, 2018. She was born in 1958 in Long Beach, California. Patricia graduated from North High School in Wichita, Kansas where she was named Best Defensive Player for her basketball team that won the State Championship. Patricia’s number was retired and her jersey is displayed in her honor...

May 22, 2018

John Alfred Garza, lovingly known as Johnny by his family, age 65, of Cedar Creek, Texas peacefully passed away on Tuesday 5/22/18 after a long struggle with cancer.

Johnny served in the United States Air Force from March 25, 1971 – June 11, 1974.  He was honorably discharged with a Rank of Sgt. E4.  He recently retired...

May 19, 2018

William (Bill) K. Turner, resident of Austin, Texas passed away on May 19, 2018.

Bill was born May 28, 1926 to Anna Ross Poole and Cleo Kelso Turner in Bloomington, Indiana.

They moved to Austin when Bill was just a young boy where he attended school up to his junior year in high school, at...

May 17, 2018

Our Beloved Peter Anthony Cisneros, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2018. Preceded in death by His Parents, One Sister and 3 Brothers.

Mr. Cisneros was a Veteran serving his Country Honorably and Proudly in the U.S. Air Force.

Survived by His 2 Sons; Peter Cisneros, Jr., Robert Cisneros both of Austin, One Sister; Elisa...

May 12, 2018

Brittany Nicole Williams was a loving daughter, sister, mother and aunt. She was born on June 10th, 1985 to Rhonda Shepard and Cyril Williams. On May 12th, 2018 God  called his precious angel home. May you rest in peace and your name continue to rise. We love and miss you.

May 7, 2018

Diane was born on December 6, 1960 in Waco, TX. At an early age, her family moved to Georgetown, TX where she was raised. She also attended Johnston High School. Diane was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Preceding her in death is her mother Princess Washington-Wood, grandmother Etta Hughes, son Robert “Antoine” Wood, and brother Robert...

May 2, 2018

Perry Alvin Cordell, age 78 of Pflugerville, Texas passed away on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2018. Mr. Alvin retired from the City of Austin Solid Waste Department after 25 years of service.

Survived by His Beloved Wife; Shirley Cordell, His Loving Children; Perry Cordell, Louis Cordell, Billy Cordell and Robert Cordell. 11 Grandchildren, 15 Great-Grandchildren.

Graveside...

May 2, 2018

May 2, 2018

Katherine Blair Lawler, beloved wife, sister and daughter was called home by her Heavenly father on May 2, 2018 following a sudden illness.

Kathie as she was known to her friends, began her journey in this life on September 25, 1970 in Columbus, Ohio born to the former Lynda Bender and Michael Blair.

She graduated...

Apr 28, 2018

Christine M. Alexander, 77 of Austin, passed away on Saturday, April 28th, 2018.

Survived by Her Beloved Husband; Alex Alexander and a host of family and friends.

Visitation Service will be held on Friday, May 11th, 2018 from 12:ppm to 5:00pm at All Faiths Funeral Chapel. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, May 12th,...

Apr 27, 2018

An obituary is not available at this time for Harry Lee Willimas Sr.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 20, 2018

Steven was a handsome, funny, sweet young man, Loved puns, practical jokes, and making things. He had a beautiful smile that could light up a room. He was outgoing and easily made friends.

A man of many talents. His artistic and mechanical abilities appeared early in childhood. This started with drawings that would frustrate him...

Apr 17, 2018

It is with deep sadness Patricia Alexander passed away 4/17/18.

Patricia (Pat) Louise Alexander was born 10/8/1956 in Tacoma Washington to Johnny B (Decease) and Inell Alexander she accepted Christ at an early age at Mineral Wells Baptist church.  Pat Graduated from Reagan High School May 30, 1974, she attended Austin Community College. Pat was a faithful...

Apr 16, 2018

Terry Jerome Smith, 63, of Austin, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 16, 2018. Born Brookhaven, Mississippi to Robert Smith and Doris Smith he lived most of his life in Detroit and Austin with a little time in Virginia.

Terry was a passionate man who enjoyed life. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, traveling, jazz...