Our Obituaries
Robert "Bob" Brody
June 16, 1937 - February 21, 2012
Robert Brody (Bob) of Austin, Texas died on February 21, 2012 after a long fight with cancer.
He was born on June 16, 1937 in Jersey City, New Jersey to Leo and Mollie Brody, Jewish immigrants from Latvia and Poland, respectively. Bob grew up in New Jersey attending prep school at both the Peddie and Hun Schools and from an early age had an affinity for learning foreign languages. After a...
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Robert "Bob" Lampert
May 28, 1941 - February 18, 2012
Robert "Bob" Lampert passed away peacefully at his home in Round Rock, TX on the morning of February 18th, 2012 at the age of 70. Born on May 28th, 1941 in East Orange, NJ to Andre & Helen Lampert and was one of four children. He met the love of his life, Barbara, while they were in high school & they recently celebrated their 50th anniversary on December 9th, 2011. After high school, Bob earned...
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Nell Burke
April 8, 1931 - February 18, 2012
Johnnie Nell Burke, who preferred to be called Nell, was born April 8, 1931 in Carbon Hill, Alabama, the oldest daughter of Johnny C and Mary Ethel Estes. She went to be with the Lord on February 18, 2012.
Nell is survived by her husband Don Burke; sons David Burke and Shawn Burke both of Austin, Texas; sister Betty Ann Dolby of Bessemer, Alabama; and brother James Thomas Estes of...
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Angie R. Caldwell
October 24, 1931 - February 18, 2012
Agnes R. "Angie" Caldwell, age 80, of Spicewood, Texas passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2012. She was born on October 24, 1931 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Angie is survived by one brother; one sister; four children; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 22nd in the Chapel of Weed-Corley-Fish Lake Travis,...
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Michael Wayne Zoch
October 8, 1959 - February 17, 2012
Michael Wayne Zoch, age 52, passed away on Friday, February 17, 2012 in Katy, Texas.
Michael was born in Houston, Texas on October 8, 1959 and grew up in Austin, Texas. He attended Anderson High School and served in the U.S. Air Force (1978-1979) in Illinois and Texas. Michael graduated from the University of Houston and was employed as an Application Technical Support Specialist with...
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Heather Ann Hoelscher
April 27, 1983 - February 16, 2012
Heather Ann Hoelscher passed away this past Thursday. Heather will always and forever remain in our hearts as an amazing young lady that loved her family and friends. At 9 months of age she had meningitis. Although she was born with hydrocephalus and suffered from epilepsy, Heather was high functioning with all her disabilities. We almost lost her at two years of age when she had a massive stroke...
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Jeanne Fowler
November 21, 1928 - February 16, 2012
Jeanne Rodgers Fowler, 83, born November 21, 1928 in Houston, Texas, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Rodgers, Jr. and Ruth Gildemeister Rodgers; and her husband, Christy C. (Kippy) Fowler.
She graduated from St. Agnes Academy in Houston and later attended The University of Houston, studying paleontology. Jeanne returned to school...
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Mike McKinney
August 23, 1946 - February 15, 2012
Michael W. McKinney, 65, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2012.
Mike attended San Angelo public schools and graduated in 1964 as student body president. He attended Angelo State University before transferring to The University of Texas, where he was a member of Phi Kappa Psi fraternity and he was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree in government.
In 1968, Mike began working in the...
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Terry Ford Bonds
March 30, 1946 - February 15, 2012
Terry Ford Bonds, age 65, of Hutto/Austin, TX, passed away on February 15, 2012, with Alzheimer's.
Born and raised in Austin, TX March 30, 1946, Terry graduated from McCallum High with a scholarship to play baseball for UT Austin. He was later to become a proud Marine and loved this country til the day he died. He rodeoed, worked hard and played hard. He was so honored to be a Past Master of...
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Eleanor V. Kanis
December 11, 1922 - February 13, 2012
Eleanor V. Kanis, resident of Austin, TX since 1991, passed away on February 13, 2012 as the result of complications following a fall that broke her right hip, at the age of 89. She was born December 11, 1922 in Erie, Penna., the second daughter of James Van Aken and Ella Beck Van Aken.
Eleanor was an elementary school librarian for 19 years in the North East School District in North East, PA...
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Melba B. Serenil
January 23, 1949 - February 13, 2012
Melba B. Serenil, age 63, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2012 after almost 4 years of fighting brain cancer. She was born on January 23, 1949 to Guadalupe and Jesusa Benavides in Karnes City, Texas. She was preceded in death by her father, Guadalupe Benavides.
Melba is survived by her daughter, Jacqueline Rodriguez of Austin, son, Christopher Serenil of Austin, and daughter, Melissa ...
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Helen Johnson
November 9, 1929 - February 12, 2012
Helen Johnson age 82 of Austin passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2012. She was born on Saturday, November 9, 1929 in Huntington, Texas to Lambert and Georgia Raatz.
She was preceded in death by her husband, S. J. Johnson.
Helen is survived by her sons, David Johnson and wife, Suzanne of Austin, Sam Johnson and wife LIsa; grandchildren, Christopher Johnson of Austin, Stephen Johnson of...
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Douglas Neal Turner
August 20, 1946 - February 12, 2012
Douglas Neal Turner, 65, of Driftwood TX passed away Sunday, February 12, 2012.
He was born on August 20, 1946, in Shreveport LA to Charles and Betty Turner.
Neal graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology in 1969. Neal spent 36 years as a Sales Representative for Dixie Tool Crib in Austin TX, where he forged many friendships with his customers. Neal was...
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James Walter Garrett
January 15, 1948 - February 12, 2012
James Walter Garrett, 64, of Austin, Texas, passed away from cancer on February 12, 2012. He was born on January 15, 1948, in Los Angeles. At the age of 5, he moved to San Benito, Texas, where his Mother's family lived. He is preceded in death by his parents William Garrett and Margaret McCain Garrett.
Jim is survived by his wife of 38 years Annetta Kuhn Garrett, his two sons, his two...
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Richard Junior Scarbrough
February 6, 1930 - February 11, 2012
Richard Junior Scarbrough, 82, of Manor, formerly of Manchaca, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2012. He is survived by his sons, Richard W. Scarbrough and wife Donna of Cedar Park, Mike Scarbrough and wife Rhoda of Maxwell, Danny Scarbrough and wife Joanne of Manor; daughter, Debbie Hipp and husband Don of Woodsboro; sister, Lee Wiggins of Austin; ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren...
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Ronald Archie Gray
March 28, 1943 - February 11, 2012
Ronald Archie Gray
3/28/1943 – 2/11/2012
Ronald Archie Gray, 68 of Austin, Texas passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 11th, 2012. Ronnie was born to Archie and Gladys Gray on 3/28/1943 in Ramona Oklahoma. He lived in the Bartlesville, OK area until January of 1996. His failing health brought him to Austin to receive care and reside with his daughter.
Mr. Gray was a former employee...
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Leo Borel
April 18, 1924 - February 11, 2012
T. Sgt. Leo P. Borel, retired after serving twenty-seven years in the Army and Air Force, was one of the earliest men to be drafted from the Port Arthur area during World War II, and one who made the service a career, passed away February 11, 2012 in Austin, Texas.
Borel was drafted 1942 and underwent basic training at Ft. Knox, KY, before taking part in campaigns in North Africa, France,...
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Rev. Msgr. Ralph A. Brennan
June 14, 1929 - February 11, 2012
Rev. Msgr. Ralph A. Brennan, at the age of 82 and a priest for 54 years, died on February 11, 2012, in Austin, Texas. He was born on June 14, 1929, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Charles Brennan and Mary Regan Brennan. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, and four brothers. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
He attended St. Mary's Seminary, Houston, and was ordained a...
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Mildred Wade Braxton
July 19, 1924 - February 10, 2012
Mrs. Mildred Wade Braxton, 87 years of age, was born in Lafayette, Louisiana on July 19, 1924. She went home to glory on Friday, February 10, 2012 at 10:25 p.m.
She was born to proud parents, the late Joseph and Angel Wade. Mildred had one son, Felton, who was the joy of her life. Felton went to his heavenly home on Mothers Day, 2011. I am sure that the two of them, along with parents...
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Fredrick Stephen Hatherly
November 11, 1949 - February 10, 2012
Fredrick Stephen Hatherly 62 of Austin passed away on February 10th 2011.
He is survived by wife, Annie Hatherly; daughter, Heather Hatherly; and son, Daniel La Ronde. He leaves behind 3 sisters, 1 brother, and goes on to meet his oldest brother along with his mother, father and daughter, Stephanie Hatherly.
Visitation 6-8 pm on February 15, 2012 at Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, 2620...
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George Warren Douglas
August 10, 1938 - February 10, 2012
George Warren Douglas passed away at home attended by his family after a long illness. George was born in Arlington, Texas August 10, 1938, youngest of three children to Clarence Loyd Douglas and Nellie Mabel Curtis. He grew up in Stillwater Oklahoma from 1946, graduated from Stillwater High School, Class of 1956 with Honors. He earned a scholarship and graduated from Yale University in 1960...
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Gilles Paul Desjardins
April 28, 1935 - February 9, 2012
Gilles Paul Desjardins, the founder of the Desjardins Unified Model of Alcohol and Addiction Treatment, died on Thursday, February 9 at 1:18, at the age of 76, after more than 47 years of dedicated service to the field of addiction.
His work has transformed the lives of thousands of individuals and families across this nation and the world. While his absence leaves a deep void in the hearts...
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Louanna McCulley
May 16, 1951 - February 9, 2012
Louanna (Sweetie, Lou, LuLu) McCulley, was born in Mercedes Texas on May 16, 1951 went to be with our Lord the afternoon of Thursday, February 9th. She was the second of four daughters born to O.B. and Billie Maloy. Sweetie succumbed to cancer after a gallant fight that began in December of 1989. During that fight she spent two and a half years in clinical trials in San Antonio and Round Rock...
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Patricia S. Kelly
August 31, 1948 - February 9, 2012
Patricia (Pat) S. Kelly lost a valiant fight against cancer and was called into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Feb. 9, 2012. Her courage and sense of humor remained with her to the end, and she was a remarkable example of grace under trial.
Pat was born on Aug. 31, 1948, in Laredo, TX, the daughter of George Kelly (deceased) and Elizabeth Kelly. Raised in South Texas, Pat moved to...
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Mary Jo Chambers Logan
August 19, 1923 - February 9, 2012
Mary was born in Oklahoma City on August 19, 1923 to Bertha D. Winton Chambers and Bryan J. Chambers, and grew up in Ft. Worth, TX. She is the mother of 6 children and many grand-children and great-grand-children and even 1 great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her son, Bryan E. Logan (1998) and her grandson, Darrin Winslett (2004).
She resided at Parsons House and attended...
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Miriam Tormollan
January 11, 1923 - February 8, 2012
Miriam Tormollan, educator, and activist for education of women and girls, died February 8, 2012 in Austin from complications of surgery, at the age of 89.
Miriam was a teacher of advanced placed senior English at Crockett High School for more than 15 years, where she was recognized for her excellence by being selected twice as "Teacher of the Year", having organized Shakespeare festivals, and...
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Susie Zachary
April 21, 1919 - February 7, 2012
Eva Sue (Susie) Bell Zachary, age 92 of Austin, peacefully passed away at Seton Hospital on Tuesday, February 7, 2012. Her great niece, Jamie Hislop was at her side.
Susie was born on April 21, 1919 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Orville E. and Thelma Murphy. She spent her childhood in Shawnee, Oklahoma and graduated from Shawnee High School in 1937. Susie then went to McAllen to be with her...
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Jim Coleman
March 15, 1944 - February 7, 2012
James "Jim" Coleman, of Austin, was a great man that left us to begin his next adventure on Tuesday morning, February 7, 2012. He was born in San Antonio on March 15, 1944 to Waymond II and Nell Coleman. Jim graduated from Jefferson High School and Trinity University in San Antonio and also did graduate work at UCLA and the Wharton School of Business. He is survived by his wife, Judith "Judy"...
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Ralph B. Rogawski, O.P.
April 3, 1934 - February 6, 2012
Father Ralph Rogawski, O.P. was called into the loving arms of God on February 6, 2012. He was born on April 3, 1934 and ministered fifty-two years as a missionary priest. After working sixteen years in Latin America in Bolivia, Columbia, Venezuela, Peru, Mexico and Puerto Rico he returned to the United States to minister among the Hispanic community in more than thirty-five states. He resided...
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Jordan Nash
January 15, 1988 - February 5, 2012
Jordan Gibbs Nash, 24, was called to his Lord and Savior February 5, 2012. He was born in
Austin, Texas, January 15, 1988.
Jordan had a passion for cars and trucks. After graduating from McCallum High School, he went to Universal Technical Institute to advance his knowledge of automobiles. When he graduated from UTI, he started working for Ellis and Salazar Garage and Body Shop. He truly...
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Marietta Scherer
June 16, 1920 - February 4, 2012
Marietta Spaeth Scherer, 91, of Austin, TX, passed away on February 4, 2012 in the comfort of daughter Lucile's residence.
She was born in Crookston, MN on June 16, 1920 to George Howard Spaeth and Alta Lucile Hanson. Marietta graduated from Ada High School in 1938, attended the University of Minnesota and the Minneapolis School of Art pursuing her interests in fashion design, art and...
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Christian Smith
August 20, 1925 - February 3, 2012
William Christian Smith passed away after a brief illness on February 3rd, 2012. He was surrounded by his children, Jeremy Christian Smith, and Adrienne Lee Smith and his son-in-law Ziad Tahboub. He was 86.
Christian Smith was born August 20th, 1925 in Temple, Texas. He was the youngest of five children born to William Christian Smith Sr. and Lola Swift Wylie. After graduating from Temple...
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Charles ("Chuck") Roger Wheeler
September 9, 1930 - February 3, 2012
Charles ("Chuck") Roger Wheeler was born on September 9, 1930 in Bellevue, Pennsylvania as Charles Bigley Miller.
Chuck sang and played drums while in high school. As a Junior, he placed second in the state in baritone voice. After high school, Chuck enlisted in the Marines and then the Air Force. He was stationed in the Philippines during the Korean War. Chuck married Lois Kathryn Houck...
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Emily Cornett, R.N.
June 3, 1932 - February 3, 2012
Dr. Emily Cornett, R.N. went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 3, 2012 at West Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Austin. Emily was born on June 3, 1932 in San Antonio, Texas. She was the daughter of the late Gilbert Cornett and Lillian Smith.
Dr. Cornett enjoyed a varied and distinguished career in nursing. She received four academic degrees including a baccalaureate...
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Sue C. McFarland
March 16, 1927 - February 3, 2012
Sunrise: March 16, 1927 - Sunset: February 3, 2012
Sue Chambers McFarland was born in San Antonio, Texas to parents Roy and Tom Almeda (Jones) Chambers on March 16, 1927 and passed away from natural causes at the age of 84 in Austin on February 3, 2012.
She grew up in San Antonio and graduated from George W. Brackenridge High School in 1944 and also briefly attended nursing school in San...
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Jack Dahlstrom
September 27, 1928 - February 2, 2012
Prominent Texas highway contractor, Jack Dahlstrom, died Thursday Feb. 2 in Buda, Texas after battling illness for many years. He was born Jack Howard Dahlstrom at Seton Hospital in Austin, Texas on September 27, 1928. He moved to Buda at an early age. His father, Eric Carl Dahlstrom was a local rancher, and his mother, Dora Henrietta Saenger, grew up in the German community of Cave Creek near...
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Sally Egan
February 12, 1932 - January 31, 2012
Sally Egan of The Hills passed away on Tuesday January 31, 2012, at the age of 79. She was born in Spencer, Iowa on February 12, 1932 to Ferdinand and Florence Hartig.
Sally was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Joyce Hartig March. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Joe; son Joseph of Naperville, IL, his wife Felicia and their two sons Mark and Andrew; son Bob of Boise,...
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Ryan William Thompson
November 19, 1976 - January 31, 2012
Victorious in life and victorious in death our precious Ryan, husband, son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend was called home to be with His Lord and Savior on January 31, 2012. He fought the good fight for almost 10 years since his diagnosis with leukemia and bone marrow transplant. The many challenges he endured and overcame were such an inspiration and blessing to all who met him and loved...
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Harold Brumley
November 21, 1932 - January 31, 2012
Harold Wayne Brumley, M.D. passed away peacefully on January 31, 2012 surrounded by family.
Born in Memphis, Texas in 1932 to Raymond and Florence Brumley, Harold grew up in Austin, graduating from Austin High and the University of Texas. In 1953, he married Marilyn Lyles and began a fifty year long medical career. Dr. Brumley went to the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston...
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Genevieve Vickery
May 23, 1957 - January 31, 2012
God blesses His world by sending us those He knows will be vessels of His love. Genevieve lived her life fulfilling that role by pouring out love to all who knew her through her care, joy, devotion and determination. Her heart was formed to give to children; a mother to so many as a foster- parent, a Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteer, and a teacher. Her desire was focused as a light...
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Douglas P. Hyatt, US ARMY (RET)
February 7, 1926 - January 30, 2012
Col. Douglas P. Hyatt, US Army (Ret) of Austin born February 7, 1926 passed away from this life January 30, 2012. He served in the US Marine Corps for two years followed by 31 year career in the Army. For more than fifty years he was a loving husband to his wife, Dorothy who preceded him in death. Together they enjoyed extensive travels, which continued after his retirement. He also enjoyed...
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Allen Pannell, Sr.
July 29, 1955 - January 29, 2012
Allen Dean Pannell, Sr., age 56, of Austin passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2012. He was born on July 29, 1955, also in Austin. He was a beloved father, brother, and friend to many. He will be dearly missed.
Allen loved the outdoors and spent many mornings walking local creeks with his dog Bud. He loved fishing, hunting, spending time at the coast, and collecting knives and guns. He...
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Helene Abkowitz Bell
May 4, 1920 - January 29, 2012
Helene Esther Simonson Abkowitz Bell was born on May 4, 1920 in Brooklyn, NY and expired on January 29, 2012 in Austin, TX.
Helene studied dietetics and nutrition at New York University and developed rations for GIs during World War II. After the war, she married Paul B. Abkowitz and moved to Pittsfield, MA to raise a family. She was founding president of Knesset Israel Sisterhood and was...
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James McCarver
May 15, 1924 - January 29, 2012
James Oscar McCarver, born May 15, 1924 went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 29, 2012. Jim was a graduate of the University of Texas school of Law in 1953 with the highest honors and was a Certified Public Accountant. He was trained as a B17 pilot during World War II. At the time of his death, Jim was President and CEO of Parkwood Properties, a Florida Corporation. Jim was also the...
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Richard Gomez
April 6, 1936 - January 29, 2012
Richard Gomez, age 75, of Austin passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2012. He was born on Monday, April 6, 1936 to Ned and Mary Louise Gomez in San Antonio, Texas. He was U.S. Air Force Retired and retired State Employee.
Richard is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Matilde Gomez; three children, Fernando, Hector, Terry; four grandchildren, Leanna, Marissa, Daniela, Lathan; siblings,...
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Mel Peeples
September 13, 1932 - January 28, 2012
Melvin "Mel" Carter Peeples was born on September 13, 1932, to Hugh and Mamie Peeples. He passed quietly on January 28, 2012, in the loving presence of his family. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty; son Robert; son Alan and his wife Reynalda; son Mark and his wife Susan; grandchildren Duane, Philip (wife Tasha), Kara, Lorien, Gabriel, and Angela (husband George); great-grandchildren...
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Joel Patrick Young
June 30, 1992 - January 28, 2012
Joel Patrick Young left us on Saturday, January 28, 2012, in Denver, Colorado. He was just five months shy of his twentieth birthday. Capturing Joel's spirit and complexity in words is nearly impossible. As a little boy, Joel was a shock of red hair and a swirl of freckles, pasted together above a sweet, sideways smile. He wore boxer shorts and cowboy boots (when he wore clothes at all), and...
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Robert Boatright
September 27, 1929 - January 28, 2012
Robert passed away after a long battle with Alzheimers. After he lost his wife, Mildred, of 60 years, he lost his will to live.
He is survived by 4 daughters, Ella Inman, Roberta Bowles, Anna Hudgins, and Verna Krahn, and sons-in-law Jimmy, Mark, Ryan and Don, 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and sisters Lucille and Bertie.
DAD, God found the right place in heaven for you with that...
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Joey Brian Rhode
September 13, 1967 - January 27, 2012
Joey Brian Rhode, proud denizen of Austin, died Friday night, January 27 at the age of 44.
Joey had recently obtained his paramedic badge and was on the threshold of a new career, an endeavor he pursued with his customary fervor and which gave him great satisfaction. He was an advocate for the homeless and lent his voice and passion to aid the Capital Area Homeless Alliance in their effort...
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John Robert Kranik
January 30, 1941 - January 25, 2012
John Robert Kranik
The Kranik family lost a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and hero on January 25, 2012. John Robert Kranik lived his life with "no regrets" and will forever be remembered as the consummate father, loving husband, thoughtful friend, accomplished businessman, skilled athlete, continuous learner and world traveler who lived every single day to its fullest....
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Stella Ruth Ashmore Stringer
August 17, 1912 - January 24, 2012
Stella Ashmore Stringer, age 99, passed away January 24, 2012, in Paris, Texas. Born August 17, 1912, on the Bell Farm near Manor, Stella was the daughter of Lee Ashmore and Minnie Reno Ashmore. She married John Alvin "Alva" Stringer in 1934. They spent most of their marriage living in Austin. Stella was a professional salesperson who worked for T.H. Williams' Department Store in downtown...
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Keith Miller
April 19, 1927 - January 22, 2012
John Keith Miller, 84, a native of Tulsa, Oklahoma and a resident of Austin, Texas passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2012. He was born on April 19, 1927 in Tulsa, the son of Earle T. Miller and Mable Davis Miller. After graduating from Tulsa Central High School, he served in the U.S. Navy and then entered Oklahoma University, Norman, OK. In 1949, he married Mary Allen Hess. At O.U. he was a...
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Martha Tienda
January 7, 1953 - January 22, 2012
Martha Tienda, age 59, of Austin passed away on January 22, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ardy and Leeroy Hernandez.
Martha is survived by her husband of 43 years, Edward Tienda; sisters; Doris Moulder and Lillie Hernandez; brother, Paul Carlin. She also had many nieces, nephews, family and friends, whom she loved and cared for dearly.
She will be missed by all who knew...
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Leon M. Ramirez
April 11, 1945 - January 22, 2012
Leon M. Ramirez, age 66, of Manchaca, Texas passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2012. He was born on April 11, 1945 to Juan and Rita Ramirez in Buda, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Cruz Ramirez.
Leon is survived by son, Leon Jr. and wife Claudine; granddaughters, Gabriela and Alexandra; sisters, Julia Hidrogo, Petra Ramirez, Josephine Velasquez and husband...
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John Andre Blocker
March 7, 1934 - January 21, 2012
John Andre Blocker, born March 7, 1934, passed away on January 21, 2012 after a battle with cancer.
He is survived by his wife, Norene, son, John Scott Blocker, daughter, Stacey Sensibaugh and son in law Greg Sensibaugh; four grandchildren, Amber Sensibaugh, Meredith Blocker, Chelsea Sims and husband Jason, Matthew Blocker and one great grandchild, Emerie Espino. His parents, John C....
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Jerry Douglas Lindauer
February 2, 1936 - January 21, 2012
Jerry Douglas Lindauer born February 2, 1936 in Louisville, KY, passed away on January 21, 2012 in Austin, TX.
Jerry was a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, and a loyal and trusted friend. He is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Becky; son, Douglas and wife, Catherine; daughter, Trey, her husband, Mike Seeley; his loving and treasured grandchildren, Caty, Carson, and JD...
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Ellen Susan Stephens
May 30, 1949 - January 21, 2012
Ellen Susan Stephens, 62, died on Saturday, January 21, 2012, at her home in Austin. Ellen was born in Brooklyn, New York, grew up in New Jersey, and moved to Austin in 1981 with her husband, John Stephens, to attend the University of Texas.
Ellen was involved with education in one way or another throughout her life. She graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a degree in...
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John Rodger "Rod" Williams
June 15, 1935 - January 19, 2012
Rod Williams, a cherished husband, father, grandfather and son, left this life on Thursday, January 19, 2012. He was born on June 15, 1935 to John and Sophia Williams.
After service in the U.S. Army, he graduated from the University of Texas and enjoyed a career with Xerox Corp. in sales management.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Williams. Rod is survived by his wife of 53...
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Daniel "Danny" Reyna
March 26, 1958 - January 18, 2012
Daniel "Danny" Reyna, age 53 of Austin, went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on January 18, 2012.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Federico and Natalia Reyna and Jose and Martina Torres.
Danny is survived by his wife, Lupe Ann Moreno Reyna; sons, Jay Daniel, Ryan Javier; daughter, Laura Linda Moreno-Espinoza and husband Juan; parents, Federico and Esperanza Reyna; brothers,...
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Nancy Price Bowman
August 25, 1930 - January 18, 2012
Nancy Price Bowman ascended to her Father on the 18th day of January, 2012 after a difficult year-long battle with pulmonary issues.
Nancy was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas on August 25, 1930 although she always said she regretted not being born in Texas. She was the third child of Pinckney Bryan and Lucie Clift Price. The family move to Austin in 1940 was a happy one with many fond memories. ...
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Althea (Thea) Ortman Heard
September 13, 1924 - January 17, 2012
Althea Ortman Heard (Thea), born September 13, 1924, Cotter, Arkansas died in Austin, Texas on January 17, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents Rubye and Frank Ortman and her son Mark. Thea is survived by her husband, Charles, her children, Lynne H. Williams (husband John), Stephen Ortman Heard, and David Frank Heard (wife Martha Adams), grandchildren, Blaine Williams and Elizabeth W....
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Yale Schulman
May 29, 1923 - January 16, 2012
The life of Yale Schulman was defined by determination, faith, and enormous generosity. He was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania on May 29, 1923 and lived there most of his life. At the age of 19 he volunteered for the Army and landed on Normandy Beach on D-Day 1944. After serving throughout Europe he returned to Altoona where he married Ida Karp on April 20, 1947 and rejoined his family's business....
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William E. Hamilton
September 14, 1942 - January 16, 2012
William Eugene Hamilton, Jr., Ph.D. was born September 14, 1942 and entered into heaven on January 16, 2012, Austin, Texas.
Bill was born in Washington, D. C. to the late W. Eugene Hamilton and E. Arlene Hamilton. He grew up in Wheaton, Illinois and graduated from Wheaton High School. Upon graduation, Bill attended Iowa State University where he received a bachelor's degree. He continued his...
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Wilbur Harry "Bill" Woleben
January 12, 1923 - January 14, 2012
Wilbur Harry "Bill" Woleben was born January 12, 1923 in Illiopolis, Illinois, and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 14, 2012 in Austin, Texas, at the age of 89. Bill loved his Lord and the Word of God, having studied it and taught it to all ages over his lifetime. Those in his family were the greatest beneficiaries of his godly wisdom.
Bill moved with his family to...
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Elsie N. Mata
October 10, 1948 - January 14, 2012
Elsie N. Mata, born October 10, 1948, resident of Austin passed away peacefully January 14, 2012. Elsie dedicated her life to being a loving caregiver, not only in her title at the Cornerstone Hospital but in her everyday life. She was full of compassion for others, and it showed in the lives of her family and the elderly she cared for through the years.
She was the loving fiance of Kenneth...
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Carson Ross Cummings
July 7, 1987 - January 13, 2012
Carson Ross Cummings, 24, of Austin, Texas left this world on January 13, 2012 after a traffic accident in Los Angeles, California. He was born July 7, 1987 to Melisa and Ross Cummings. Carson was living in Los Angeles pursing his lifelong dream of creative film direction and design.
Carson attended Doss Elementary School, St Andrew's Middle School, and Anderson High School. He graduated from...
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Aline Lyon
May 12, 1917 - January 10, 2012
Aline Lyon, age 94, of Cedar Creek, formerly of Austin, passed away January 10, 2012. She and her husband, Clayton, owned and operated Lyon's Grocery at 3rd & Comal for 18 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Clayton; her daughter, Loretta Berdoll; her brothers, Pat and R.B. McCarty. Aline is survived by her son, Roy Lyon and wife Carol; her daughter, Mary Hauger and husband,...
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Betty Penn
March 4, 1923 - January 9, 2012
Betty Beverly Stayton Elwell Penn died on Monday-January 9, 2012, in her apartment at the Renaissance in Austin TX with her daughter and grandchildren by her side. She was born on March 4, 1923 in Corpus Christi TX. Her family moved to Austin when she was an infant; there, she grew up and attended schools. Betty attended the The University (of Texas at Austin) from 1939 to 1943, and graduated...
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Wilbur Collins Treadwell, Jr.
April 11, 1928 - January 7, 2012
Wilbur (Bill) Collins Treadwell, Jr., OD was born April 11, 1928 in Austin, Texas to Wilbur Collins Treadwell, Sr., OD and Mary Virginia Cavileer Treadwell. He was peacefully taken home to the Lord on Saturday, January 7, 2012.
Dr. Treadwell graduated from Austin High School in 1945 and attended the University of Texas at Austin. In 1951 he graduated from Southern College of Optometry in...
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Ralph Cox
March 25, 1930 - January 7, 2012
Ralph Cox
1930-2012
Whether it was golf, the Lakeway players, or Lakeway's singalong, Ralph loved all things Lakeway. Ralph Cox moved to Lakeway in 1986 with his wife, Shirley, upon retiring from Phillips Petroleum after thirty five years. It was here that Ralph and Shirley found a wonderful community in the Texas Hill Country. During his golfing days he achieved three hole in one's (two...
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Eleanor Newman Fertsch
November 15, 1925 - January 7, 2012
Eleanor Newman Fertsch, compassionate lover of all things living, passed away peacefully in the company of her family in the early morning hours of January 7, 2012, at the age of 86. In spite of an illness over the last years that sought to drain her energy, she retained her youthful exuberance until the last day. With her zest for life she drew others into new adventures—reading books,...
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Betsye Ruth Smith Witcher
November 14, 1939 - January 6, 2012
Betsye Ruth Smith Witcher
November 14, 1939 – January 6, 2012
Betsye Witcher joined her heavenly Father on Friday, January 6, 2012.
Beloved & devoted wife, mother, friend, & leader, Betsye loved her Lord, her late husband Lester Witcher, family, friends, church & community. Betsye led an extremely active life & was passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. She set...
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Scot Armstrong
September 26, 1964 - January 5, 2012
Scot Armstrong, 47, no longer suffering or in pain went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, January 5, 2012. Scot was married to the love of his life Linda for 21 years. Scot loved to work in the wood shop, golf and fish. For over 25 years Scot worked highway and heavy construction starting as a laborer and quickly moving up the ranks to the job he was born to do and most proud of as a crane...
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Etta Juanita "Nita" Phifer
December 18, 1934 - January 4, 2012
Etta Juanita "Nita" Phifer, 77, born December 18, 1934, in Lovelady, Texas, died January 4, 2012, in Austin, Texas.
She was preceded in death by her father, John Clifton Lowrey, her mother, Dessa Evelue Graham, her husband, Wade Arnold Phifer, and brother, Nolan Wayne Lowrey.
She is survived by her 3 children, Michelle Hendon, of Austin, Texas, Tina Phifer, of Austin, Texas, and Terry...
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Sallie Sue Houghton
December 10, 1945 - January 4, 2012
Sallie Sue Houghton passed away on January 4, 2012. She was born in Fort Worth Texas, on December 10, 1945 to William (Bill) and Pauline Addieway. Although born in Fort Worth she lived in Austin for most of her life and over the years was involved in the community as an activist, volunteer, advocate, and residential realtor. Sallie will be remembered for her big heart, generosity of spirit, and...
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Betty Merkel Lewis
November 3, 1925 - January 3, 2012
Betty was born in Wildwood, New Jersey on November 3, 1925 to Heinz and Stella Merkel. She was an only child and moved to St. Petersburg, Florida when she was 3 months old. She stayed there for 33 years. She lived in Maryland for 4 years, Texas for 11 years and 38 years in Colorado. She entered the Registered Nurse Program just after graduation from high school. While in training she...
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Paul Feinstein, Jr.
March 27, 1942 - January 3, 2012
Paul Feinstein, Jr.
Paul Feinstein died unexpectedly on January 3, 2012 in Houston, Texas. He was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, on March 27, 1942 to Cecile Richey and Paul Feinstein. After graduating with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University in 1964, he began his 34-year career with IBM, first in Lexington, Kentucky, and then in Austin, Texas. He also worked for FMC...
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Alvin DeVane
November 2, 1923 - January 1, 2012
Alvin Earl DeVane was born in Elba, Alabama on November 2, 1923 and passed away peacefully on January 1, 2012.
He enlisted in the Army Air Corps in 1943 and served as a radio operator on a C-47 in the Pacific Theatre. Sgt. DeVane was assigned to the 318th Troop Carrier Squadron (Commando), 3rd Air Commando Group. He met his future wife and found a new home in Austin, Texas while stationed...
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Sylvia Marcus
June 28, 1920 - January 1, 2012
Sylvia Goldstein Marcus passed away on January 1, 2012. Born in the Bronx, New York in 1920, she was the beloved wife of 69 years of Emanuel (Manny) Marcus who died on November 7, 2010.
Together with Manny, she lived in the Bronx; in Ardsley, New York; and in Miami, Florida before moving to Austin in 1986.
Sylvia worked as a bookkeeper and business manager at many different businesses...
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Felix Garrett III
July 26, 1936 - December 31, 2011
Felix Eugene Garrett, III was born in Austin, Texas to Maud Ella Sattiewhite and Felix Eugene Garrett, Jr. on July 26, 1936. Felix was an only child and flourished in the attention as such. Felix began his formal education in the Austin Independent School District, where he excelled in academics and athletics. He graduated from L. C. Anderson High School in 1954 and attended the University of...
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Edmund Gassman
August 13, 1957 - December 31, 2011
Edmund Gassman of Austin, Texas passed away on December 31, 2011. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts on August 13, 1957. He graduated from Salem State University with a degree in business administration. He was married to his wife of 19 years, Kathy.
Ed worked as an inside salesman for various companies in the Austin area. He had a passion for music and loved sharing his musical interests...
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Manuel Paul Lena
May 27, 1924 - December 30, 2011
Manuel Paul Lena, 87, passed away surrounded by the family he loved on Friday, December 30, 2011. He was the most honorable man we have ever known. A gentle, kind-hearted man who always put God and his family first – a man who was an honor to know as a friend and a blessing to be called his loved one. He was married to his wife Vilma for over 60 years and they built a home in Austin for their...
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Loyd Ham
October 15, 1935 - December 29, 2011
Loyd Ham, age 76, of Austin, a loving husband, father, grandfather, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2011. He was a retired City of Austin employee and a USAF Veteran.
Loyd was born October 15, 1935 in Littlefield, Texas. In his teens, his family moved to Anton, Texas where he worked at the local cotton gin picking cotton. In 1956, Loyd joined the Air Force and served until 1959. He...
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Jennifer Bourianoff
February 27, 1970 - December 27, 2011
Jennifer Bourianoff ~ beloved daughter, sister, aunt, friend and teacher died on December 27, 2011 at Seton Hospital after a short illness. Surviving her are her parents, Dr. George Bourianoff and Rev. Linda Bourianoff, her sister Michelle Bourianoff and husband Juan Zalles, sister Angela Bourianoff, nephews Zachary, Alexander and Matthew Zalles, aunt Kathy Bredeson and her husband James...
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Bob Durkee
December 4, 1929 - December 27, 2011
Robert Rosswell Durkee, Jr. of Austin, Texas passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at the age of 82. He will always be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Bob was born in Wichita, Kansas to Robert and Dora Becker Durkee on December 4, 1929. He graduated from Lamar High School in Houston, Texas in 1948 and the University of Texas at Austin with a...
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Richard Anthony Fordyce
May 23, 1968 - December 26, 2011
Boxing Day, December 26, 2011 at 9:03 p.m., Richard Anthony Fordyce, 43, of Austin, Texas, laid his burden down with exquisite grace.
Rick was born May 23, 1968 in Portland, Oregon. He went to elementary school in Forest Grove, Oregon, where he began his music studies. In the 7th grade, Rick joined the Portland Youth Philharmonic Symphony as a 1st violinist.
In the fall of 1981, Rick...
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Frances Price
June 6, 1913 - December 26, 2011
Frances Strandtmann Price, 98, passed away December 26, 2011. Frances was born June 6, 1913, to Fritz and Josie Vogel Strandtmann in Maxwell, Texas, from there she moved to Lockhart until 1926 when she moved to Austin.
Frances attended St. Mary's Academy, graduated in 1930, and attended the University of Texas. She was employed as Secretary by the U.S. Geological Survey for about 25 years,...
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Weldon Ruth Hoover
February 18, 1924 - December 26, 2011
Our beloved Weldon Hoover, age 87, passed away in her home on December 26, 2011. Born in Florence, TX on February 18, 1924 to Nealy and Viola Lindsey, Weldon married Clifford Hoover and moved to Austin in the early 1940's.
Weldon is preceded in death by her husband Clifford Hoover and brother Willie Lindsey, and is survived by brother Elmer Lindsey (Betty), sister Ruby Cox, brother Raymond...
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Steve Liarakos
July 15, 1917 - December 25, 2011
Steve Liarakos was born in Lewiston, Maine on July 15, 1917, the first born son of immigrant parents from Greece. Steve passed away quietly early Christmas morning after having visited with many of his family Christmas Eve.
Steve lost his true love, best friend and wife, Beverly June Liarakos in January 2009 and was also preceded in death by his sister, Cecile D'Amour; father, Charles; and...
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Ray Seward
November 9, 1923 - December 25, 2011
William Ray Seward, 88, of Austin passed away December 25, 2011 at his home.
Ray was born November 9, 1923 in Liberty Hill, Texas to Norman Hubbard & Katie Cornish Insall Seward.
Ray is preceded in death by his wife Clemmie Fay Cantwell Seward, his mother and father, son Jack Simpson, and step-daughter Joyce Courtney, brothers James and Floyd Seward, sisters Fay Sherman and Ruth Carr. He...
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Ian Hancock Edinburgh Hanks
November 20, 1981 - December 23, 2011
Ian Hancock Edinburgh Hanks
Nov. 20, 1981 – Dec. 23, 2011
Ian Hanks, 30, died Friday, December 23, in Austin. He leaves with us a legacy of friendship, love, and passion. We, your family and many friends from around the world, are better for knowing you, Ian, and we will miss you with all of our heart for the rest of our lives. You have set a high standard for exactly how to live and...
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Edgar Lynn Scott
September 10, 1930 - December 23, 2011
Edgar Lynn Scott died December 23, 2011, only weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. He is survived by his children Debra, Don, and Danny; as well as nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren and his sister Lera Nell England.
Lynn's early life was spent in and around McKinney, Texas, where he went to high school. He was a popular, straight-A student and football star. During summers...
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Miguel "Mike" Fernandez
June 19, 1929 - December 22, 2011
Miguel "Mike" Fernandez, 82, died December 22 of complications from Parkinson's, a disease he battled for 16 years with characteristic military discipline and courage.
He was born in 1929 in Laredo to Miguel and Catalina (Mireles) Fernandez, the eldest of three children. Though he would never forget his roots, Mike also had an adventurous side that made him wonder about what else was out there...
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Mara LaValley
March 8, 1979 - December 21, 2011
Mara Ann LaValley, age 32, of Austin (formerly of Germantown, Maryland) passed away on December 21, 2011.
Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 31, 2011 at All Saints Episcopal Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mara's memory may be made to All Saints Episcopal Church, 209 W. 27th St, Austin, TX 78705.
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Sue M. Botta
August 14, 1919 - December 21, 2011
Sue M. Botta, age 92, loving mom and grandma, peacefully passed away in her home on December 21, 2011. She is now reunited with her husband Bart and at peace with God.
Sue was born and reared in Philadelphia, PA. After high school, Sue completed her Medical Lab Technician training at Hahnemann Medical College of Clinical Pathology. She served as a lab technician in various civilian...
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Frank Wiget
December 22, 1948 - December 20, 2011
Ernest Franklin Wiget was born on December 22, 1948 and was a lifelong Austinite for 62 years.
On December 20, 2011, Frank passed from this life and was welcomed into heaven by friends and family who passed before him.
Chapel service and a celebration of his life will be Monday, December 26, 2011 @ 4 pm Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, 2620 South Congress Avenue.
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Alice Ann Wilder Cornwell
December 17, 1920 - December 18, 2011
Alice Ann Wilder Cornwell, the former Alice Ann Nitschke, died on December 18, 2011 at the age of 91.
Alice Ann was born December 17, 1920 in Austin, Texas and attended the Austin Public Schools. She graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with highest honors in 1941 and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Mortar Board, Orange Jackets, The Curtain Club and Kappa Kappa Gamma. Alice Ann was...
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Alma Cruz
November 1, 1942 - December 17, 2011
Mrs. Alma Cruz was called home to our Heavenly Father on December 17, 2011 in Austin, Texas. She was born on November 1st, 1942 to Louis and Juanita Govea in Pearsall, Texas. She attended Govalle Elementary, Allan Junior High, Austin High School and Johnston High School, where she met many lifelong friends including her future husband Luis Cruz. They shared 51 years of marriage and were a true...
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Dale Parker
July 6, 1933 - December 17, 2011
Carlos Dale Parker M.D. died on December 17, 2011 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marilyn Burns Parker; daughter Susan Parker Wise and her husband Jeffrey C. Wise, daughter Mary Jane Parker Williams and her husband Anderson T. Williams; and his grandchildren, Marietta Merritt Wise and William Parker Wise, all of Austin. He also leaves behind nephews and nieces,...
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Frank Hogarty
December 23, 1930 - December 17, 2011
Francis Xavier Hogarty, Jr. (Frank) passed away on December 17, 2011 surrounded by his family.
Frank was born on December 23, 1930 to Francis Xavier Hogarty, Sr. and Anna Deats Hogarty in Princeton, New Jersey.
He is survived by his wife of almost 50 years, Janice Joseph Hogarty; daughters, Laura Augsburger and her husband Blake and Melissa Daywood and her husband Jim; cherished...
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