Recent Obituaries

Dec 17, 2020

Christopher Ray Mathews, 32 of Sealy passed away suddenly December 17, 2020. He was born January 12, 1988 in Houston to Dennie Mathews and Betty Lutz. He graduated from Sealy High School in 2006. After graduation he enlisted in the Army National Guard where he served for 4 years.

Growing up Chris enjoyed working in the auction...

Dec 12, 2020

Paul William “Bill” Anger, 89, of Brenham, Texas, was welcomed to Heaven by our Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 12, 2020.

Born March 22, 1931, in Beaumont, Texas, Bill is the son of Paul H. and Bernis Barry Anger. He is survived by his wife of 67 years and love of his life, Mona Sue “Suzie”...

Dec 12, 2020

Walline (Schroeder) Hinze, 96, widow of Ervin Hinze, passed away on December 12, 2020. Walline was born on September 24, 1924 in the William Penn Community to parents Walter and Lena (Rosenbaum) Schroeder. She was a lifelong member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in William Penn, being baptized, confirmed and also married there, to Ervin Hinze on February 3, 1946....

Dec 8, 2020

Alan Richard Gilchrist, 68, of Brenham, TX, died on December 8, 2020.

Mr. Gilchrist was born on February 7, 1952 to Dale Vern and Vena Miller Gilchrist. He married his wife, Janice Koester, on April 8, 1978 in Houston, TX.

He is survived by his wife, Janice Gilchrist; son, Ian Nathan Gilchrist; daughters, Sara Gilchrist,...

Dec 8, 2020

Shirley Ann (Kalkhake) Schultz, 74, of Brenham, died Dec. 8, 2020, at her residence.

Visitation will be held from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12 at Memorial Oaks Chapel.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19 at Christ Lutheran Church with Pastor Mark Groves officiating. A private burial...

Dec 7, 2020

Jerry Burnette, 80, of Brenham, Texas, went home to be with the Lord, December 7, 2020. Visitation with the family will be held at Memorial Oaks Chapel on Saturday, December 12, from 9:00 am until the funeral begins at 11:00 am. A private burial service will be held later that day at Atkinson Cemetery in Chappell Hill, Texas. Pastor...

Dec 3, 2020

Heartbroken, our family sadly lost a brother, uncle, cousin and nephew on Thursday, December 3rd, 2020, when Bob Allen Dorow passed away in Brenham, TX.

Bob was born March 16, 1957 in Falfurrias, Texas to Henry A (Buddy) Dorow Jr. and Elaine McKean Dorow. Bob played tennis in high school and enjoyed music and dancing. He was...

Nov 30, 2020

On the evening of November 30, 2020, the gates of Heaven opened to greet Hildagarde B. Lorenz, 97, as she walked into the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Funeral services will be held at on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Brenham, TX with Pastor Phil Geleske...

Nov 27, 2020

Kirby Emery Lehrmann, 93, passed away on November 27, 2020.  Kirby was a lifelong member of Washington County and was well-known and loved in his community.

For those who wish to pay their respects, you may visit Memorial Oaks Chapel on Monday, November 30, 2020 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, December 1 from...

Nov 26, 2020

Earl “Skipper” Stegemoller, 91, passed away on November 26, 2020. Skipper was a lifelong resident of Washington, Texas, and was well-known and well-loved in his community.

For those who wish to pay their respects, you may visit Memorial Oaks Chapel on Sunday, November 29, 2020, between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm for the viewing. Funeral services will...

Nov 23, 2020

Ava Lou Marvel, age 87, peacefully went home to be with her Lord on November 23, 2020. She was born in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas on August 23, 1933, the middle child of three daughters born to Claude and Mary Tillman. At the age of two and a half, her family moved to Houston, Texas, where she resided until her...

Nov 21, 2020

Donnis Edd Ivy went to be with the Lord on November 21, 2020 at the age of 84 years and six months.

He was born on May 19, 1936 to Melton Edd and Theo (Rocka) Ivy in Camden, TX. He married his wife, Mary Jane Moon, on February 6, 1981. At an early...

Nov 20, 2020

It is with great heart ache that the family of Samantha Jo Holle, age 25, announces her passing after a sudden tragedy on Friday, November 20, 2020. Samantha was born on May 8, 1995 in College Station, Texas to Ken and Andrea Holle. She attended First Baptist Church School and was a graduate of Brenham High School where she...

Nov 16, 2020

Jackie Hueske went to be with the Lord on November 16, 2020 after a lengthy hard-fought battle with cancer. Jackie leaves behind a loving husband of 51 years, 3 amazing children, 2 beloved daughters-in- law, 5 precious grandkids, numerous wonderful loving nieces and nephews and canine companion Tilly.

A visitation will be held from 7:00 a.m. –...

Nov 15, 2020

Guss Neumann, 94, of Brenham, died November 15, 2020, in College Station.

Visitation will be from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19 at Memorial Oaks Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, Nov. 20 at Prairie Lea Cemetery in Brenham.

Mr. Neumann was born March 16, 1926, in Brenham,...

Nov 14, 2020

Christine Josephine Sweet, 86, of Houston, TX, died on November 14, 2020.

Funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, November 19, 2020 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Everardo Cazares officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.

A visitation will be held at 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 18, 2020...

Nov 13, 2020

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

Nov 8, 2020

Ray Lampe, 64, of Brenham, died November 8, 2020, in Brenham.

A celebration of life will be held at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, November 21, 2020 at the M&M Lounge.

Mr. Lampe was born May 27, 1956, in Brenham, to Alfred Sr. and Gladys (Schulz) Lampe. He owned and operated M&M Lounge.

Survivors include his...

Nov 6, 2020

Samuel Thomas Russell, known to all as “Tommy” was born on August 30, 1938 in Macomb, OK. His homecoming into God’s Kingdom was Friday, November 6, 2020.

Tommy was loved by all who knew him. He was a soft spoken, God fearing, hardworking family man with a firm handshake and smile as big as Texas. Tommy was...

Nov 6, 2020

Donald Alvin Lewer, 88, of Washington, TX, went to his heavenly home on November 6, 2020, in Navasota, TX.

Visitation will be held from 1:30 – 2:45 p.m., Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Memorial Oaks Chapel in Brenham, TX.

All are welcome to the graveside service, which will be held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, November...