Obituaries

Mar 7, 2025

Mar 6, 2025

WALTER PARIS GIBBS, JR.

Walter Paris Gibbs, Jr. passed away at home on March 6, 2025 in Caldwell, TX. A celebration of life is set for 11 am Saturday, March 22 at the Caldwell Methodist Church.

Paris was born November 5, 1932 in Jacksonville, TX to Walter and Maddie Sue Gibbs. He graduated from Naples High School, Lon Morris College and Southwestern...

Mar 1, 2025

Floyd Ralph Woods, age 94, passed away at MRC Crestview Retirement Community in Bryan, TX., on March 1, 2025. Floyd was born September 10, 1930, in Houston, TX., to parents Frank Carl Woods Sr. and Emily Catherine (Morris) Woods.

Floyd married the love of his life, Dorothy Hlavaty, December 28, 1974, in Houston, TX., at St. Christopher Catholic Church.

Floyd worked for...

Feb 28, 2025

Archie Raymond Kubena was born in Houston, Texas to Eugene and Mary Prazak Kubena on November 18, 1960. He left this world on February 28, 2025. Archie was a loving Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend.

While growing up on his family's farm, he learned the value of hard work during his childhood. He took great interest in raising cattle alongside his...

Feb 25, 2025

Robert “Papa” Eldridge 82, of Brenham, Texas, passed away on February 25, 2025. 

Robert was born on December 2nd, 1942 to David and Jewel Eldridge in Somerville, Texas.  He graduated from Somerville High School. While in school, he worked for a local gas station and continued to do so after graduation. He then worked for the Railroad until he sustained a...

Feb 18, 2025

Elias T. Martinez was born on January 24, 1963, to Agustin and Maria Elena Martinez. He grew up in Weslaco, TX, and later settled in Somerville, TX, where he found joy alongside his beloved wife, Ester, and their cherished family and friends.

Elias' dedication as a provider showed in the many hours, he spent working at HEB and McKenzie Sports, a...

Feb 16, 2025

Shaun Robert Preston, born July 3, 1975, in La Mesa California, has passed away Sunday February 16, 2025, in Somerville, Texas. A viewing is scheduled for Friday at Strickland Funeral home in Somerville, from 5-8pm, the funeral is at 12pm on Saturday also at Strickland Funeral Home in Somerville. Following the service he will be laid to rest at Oaklawn...

Feb 13, 2025

Little Rich Ellis passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at his home in Caldwell, Texas. A visitation will be held at Strickland funeral home on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 11am – 2:00pm. Funeral service will follow at 2pm and the burial will be at the Caldwell Masonic cemetery.

Little Rich Ellis, a man of many trades, from operating heavy...

Feb 11, 2025

Marvin James Charanza, 76, was welcomed into his heavenly home on February 11, 2025, where he joined his Lord and Savior in eternal peace. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Frenstat, TX., with Father Ed Karasek and Father Melvin Dornak as Celebrants. The Burial will follow in the...

Feb 6, 2025

Betty was called to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 6, 2025. She was born on July 20, 1944, to John E. and Lydia (Sefcik) Stefka in the Bryan Hospital. Betty was raised on a dairy farm where she learned about outdoor chores with which she needed to help, but her favorite time was...

Jan 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing our beloved Mary Ellen Hinkle, who left this world to be with her Savior on January 26, 2025. She was 68 years old.

Mary Ellen Hinkle was born on August 17th, 1956, in Dallas, Texas. A woman of deep faith and devotion, she dedicated her life to God and her community....

Jan 24, 2025

Charles John Davis

Born: July 23, 1947 in Bald Knob, Arkansas. Passed Through the Gates of Heaven: January 24, 2025

Charlie was a very loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend. He was very generous and kind and was always willing to help anyone in need. Charlie worked in the oilfield working his way up from roughneck to...

Jan 21, 2025

Brenda Polansky, born 20 November 1948, passed away peacefully on 21 January 2025. She was a beloved mother, sister, and friend whose life touched the hearts of all who knew her.

Brenda was born and raised in Yorkshire, England, alongside her three sisters and brother. After moving to Germany, she met the love of her life, John Polansky Jr. Their connection...

Jan 12, 2025

Max Schumacher Jr. was born on September 13, 1933, in Gay Hill, Texas in Washington County, to Max and Meta Schumacher Sr. He was the youngest of four children. Max was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Gay Hill.

The Schumacher family moved to Somerville, Texas and Max attended the Somerville public schools. He was a Boy Scout;...

Jan 11, 2025

Joseph Edward Reynolds

July 17, 1934 - January 11, 2025

Joseph Edward Reynolds, 90, of Somerville/Lyons, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 11, 2025. Joseph was born in Houston, Texas on July 17, 1934. He is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Julia Reynolds; daughter Kathleen Burleyson; grandson Joey Burleyson and wife Page; 6 great-grandchildren:...

Jan 10, 2025

On January 10, 2025, Hilda Ruth (Loehr) Weeber, 96, of Caldwell, peacefully went to be with her Lord at home surrounded by her family. Hilda was born December 10, 1928, in the Providence area of Burleson County. She was a loving wife, mother, memaw, sister, aunt, and friend.

She was baptized in 1929 in the Cooks Point Methodist Church and in...

Jan 3, 2025

Daniel Lee Alford III, affectionately known as “Big Lee,” passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, at the age of 84. He was a man of strength, hard work, and unshakable dedication—a true steward of the land and his family’s legacy. 

As a 1959 graduate of Caldwell High School, Big Lee excelled both in academics and athletics. He went to state...

Jan 2, 2025

Willene Snodgrass passed away on January 2, 2025, after a brief illness. A visitation is scheduled for Monday January 6, 2025, from 5-7pm, at Strickland Funeral home in Caldwell. The funeral service is on Tuesday January 7, 2025, at 1pm also at Strickland Funeral Home. The burial will follow the service at Prairie Dale cemetery.

Willene was born on January 21,...

Dec 26, 2024

Teena Ann Sherman, 58, of Caldwell, TX, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 26, 2024. She was born on September 23, 1966, in Kermit, TX, to Ralph and Sandra Bengel.

Teena is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Steven Sherman, whom she married on September 29, 1990. She was the proud mother of...

Dec 22, 2024

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