Obituaries

Mar 10, 2023

Jay was a loving husband and father. He was a long-time resident of Brazoria County. He enjoyed drag racing, motorcycles, and living life to the fullest. Left to cherish Jay’s memory are his wife, Lona Meyer; his children; Jordan (Meyer) Shaw, Zachary Boone, Rocky Thomas, Bruce Meyer, and Lacy (Meyer) Wood; his brothers, Gary and Leslie Meyer, and their...

Mar 9, 2023

Kyle Thomas Boehnke, a kind and loving person, passed away on March 9, 2023, at the age of 26.

Kyle is survived by; his mother Kimberly Kershaw Boehnke, second mother, Lesa Pinkerton Boehnke, sister Brittany Kay Boehnke, brother Dustin McEntire, and Vanessa McEntire; grandparents Harry Albert and Pamela Jean Kershaw, Joyce Boehnke, and Verla Pinkerton; uncle Craig Alan...

Mar 2, 2023

Hollis Weldon Lewis, Jr., 74, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023 at his residence in Brazoria, with his family present. He was born in Bay City on October 19, 1948, to Hollis Weldon Lewis, Sr., and Doris Margie (Crow) Lewis. He married Sandra Lynn Reynolds on July 14, 1967.

Hollis was employed as a livestock inspector for...

Feb 28, 2023

Mamie Gay Walton Davenport, 84, of Brazoria Texas passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at her home.

Mamie was born in Broaddus, Texas to Roger Hillman Walton and Hazel Vivian (Holland) Walton.

Siblings:  Max Walton (Merilyn) of Nacogdoches, Hazel Sanders (Milton, deceased) of Fairfield, and Bonnie (Buddy) Windsor (deceased).

She was married to...

Feb 27, 2023

Bettie Jeane Vickery Schlitzkus of Damon went to her heavenly home on February 27, 2023.  Arrangements and services will be at C.T. Baker & Sons Funeral Home in West Columbia on Saturday, March 11, 2023.  Visitation will be at 10:00am, funeral at 11:00am, followed by burial at Old Columbia Cemetery in West Columbia.

She was born on...

Feb 26, 2023

Doris Louise Wilson Buchanan, 78, of Brazoria, Texas passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023 in her home surrounded by loved ones.  Doris was born January 29, 1944 to Woodrow Wilson and Easter Lilly Wilson in Lampasas, Texas.  She was a proud graduate of the Class of 1962 from Lampasas High School.  From there she went to Tarleton University then...

Feb 25, 2023

Dennis Wayne Gardner, 68 years old, of West Columbia passed away on February 25, 2023. Dennis was born on August 24, 1954 in Belton, Texas. He attended Copperas Cove High School, then settled in West Columbia, Texas and worked at Phillips 66. After 30 years at Phillips 66, he retired and then went back to work at 3M for...

Feb 23, 2023

Gloria Jean Harrison of Sweeny, Texas passed away unexpectedly in her home on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at the age of 79. She was born Gloria Jean Knight on January 3, 1944 to Cecil and Ethel Knight of Boling, Texas. Gloria was a very kind and giving person, always willing to lend an ear or helping hand. She was dedicated to her family, but she especially loved her role as Nana. Nana could always be found in the audience of...

Feb 17, 2023

Elizabeth (Beth) Ann Tichacek went rejoicing into heaven on February 17th, 2023. She was born in Stillwater, Oklahoma, on May 27th, 1961, to Lester Dale (LD) and Jacqueline (Jackie) Garrett.

Beth was known for her kindness. Her mother said "As a child, Beth loved to give gifts. She would have gifts for everyone when no one else...

Feb 17, 2023

Faye Lathem Murphy, 82, lived a life filled with joy, love, boldness, service, faith, and activity. Born November 28, 1940, the beloved wife, mom, Nana and friend to many passed away unexpectedly February 17, 2023.

Faye was born in Walnut Grove, Miss., and earned her bachelor’s degree in education at Mississippi State College for Women. She taught...

Feb 14, 2023

James Phillip Stewart, 57, of West Columbia, Texas passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.

James is preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Dorothy Stewart, grandparents James and Maxine Stewart and George and Martha Rab.

Jimmy graduated from Columbia High School class of 1984 and then continued his education at ITT Technical Institute...

Jan 30, 2023

Jimmy V., 93, passed away at his home January 30, 2023.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Mid Wright; daughter, Terry Wright; grandson, Kevin Nettles; and son-in-law, Ben Thompson.  He is survived by daughter, Debby Thompson; son, Steve Wright (wife, Kim); seven grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.  He had many, many friends and...

Jan 27, 2023

Nola Rena Timmer of Lake Jackson, Texas went to her heavenly home on January 27, 2023. She was born in Crowley, Louisiana to Remus and Belzie (Dronet) Abshire.

Nola attended the Lighthouse Baptist Church along with her loving family and church family. She was a homemaker and loved to cook and care for her family and brought...

Jan 21, 2023

Eristeo “Eddie” Garza, Jr., 46, of Brazoria, TX, was called home by his heavenly Father on January 21, 2023.  Eddie was born on December 31, 1976, in McAllen, Texas, to Eristeo “Eddie” Garza, Sr. and Norma Garza Betancourt.

Eddie graduated from Columbia High School in 1996.  He excelled in football and track.  He was also a member of...

Jan 19, 2023

Shirley Jean Scott, age 89, was received in Heaven into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ January 19, 2023, just one day shy of her 90th Birthday. She was born on January 20, 1933 in Rockdale, TX to parents R.E.“Doc” Curlee and Zelma “Brucie” Curlee.

Shirley spent her life loving and taking care...

Jan 16, 2023

Geraldine (Jerri) Dunham, 88, passed away quietly Monday January 16, 2023 due to the effects of a stroke.

Geraldine was born June 25, 1934 to Floyd and Lela Bilbrey in Carter, Oklahoma.  She attended school in Carter and enjoyed riding her horse and playing basketball.  She was Valedictorian of her graduating class.  After graduation, she was working...

Jan 14, 2023

Tommy Gene Hightower, Sr., of West Columbia, Texas, passed to his heavenly home surrounded by his oldest son and family members on January 14, 2023, to be in the presence of Jesus, his lovely wife, Linda and son, Tim. Gene was seventy-six years old and lived a life full of family, adventure, sports, church and work. He was born...

Jan 12, 2023

George Higdon, 87, of Brazoria, Texas passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 at Angleton Hospital.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 4:00-6:00pm at C.T. Baker & Sons Funeral Home in West Columbia, Texas.  Burial will be held the following day on Friday, January 20, 2023 at 2:00pm at Pearsall Cemetery in Pearsall, Texas....

Jan 9, 2023

With her husband and daughter by her side, Dorothy Boleyn, 88, of Sweeny, TX went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 9, 2023.

Dorothy was a loving wife and mother, devoted to her family, a lifelong Sweeny resident, cherished friend, and member of the First Baptist Church. She gifted her family with many...

Jan 8, 2023

Thomas “Tommy” Lee Howard, 68, passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 8th in Houston, TX. Tommy was born in Houston, Texas on April 16, 1954. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Cherri Howard; daughters Megan Woodling (Steve) and Emily Howard; brothers Louis Howard (Donna), Harvey Howard (Liz), Kenny Howard (Susan), Scott Howard (Julie); sister Donna Hutchins...