Obituaries

Rebecca Cantu Montoya

Rebecca Cantu Montoya

May 27, 2026

Rebecca Cantu Montoya, a cherished caregiver to so many and a beloved figure in her community, passed away on May 27, 2026, at the Wharton Nursing Home, surrounded by family. Born on February 22, 1964, in New gulf, Texas, Rebecca’s life was a rich tapestry woven with love, laughter, and devotion that touched all who knew her.

Rebecca graduated from Boling...

Michael Anthony Deleon

Michael Anthony Deleon

May 26, 2026

Michael Anthony DeLeon, affectionately known as “Coach,” age 73 of Boling, TX was called home on May 26, 2026.

Michael was born on January 21, 1953 in San Antonio, TX to mother Mary DeLeon Trevino. He attended St Michael’s Catholic School in San Antonio, TX and later moved to Newgulf Elementary School in the fifth grade. He graduated from Boling High...

Dorothy Anne Krause

Dorothy Anne Krause

May 25, 2026

Dorothy Anne Seidel Krause was born in Moulton, Texas on September 25,1941 to Frank Anton and Norma Laura (Klobedans) Seidel. She had four sisters and one brother and always told stories of them helping her family on the farm.

All of the Seidel siblings settled in Texas and through the years continued to gather and celebrate holidays together making memories for...

Benny Molina Ferrel

Benny Molina Ferrel

May 24, 2026

Bernardino “Benny” Molina Ferrel, age 88, of Wharton, Texas, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at his residence. He was born on May 20, 1938, in Kendleton, Texas, to the late Jesus and Ramona Molina Ferrel.

He was raised in the Wharton area and attended Wharton schools. A heavy equipment operator, Benny worked for many years at Texasgulf Sulfur in...

Susan Ellen Hoelscher

Susan Ellen Hoelscher

May 23, 2026

Susan Ellen Hoelscher, age 67, of Wharton, Texas, passed away on May 23, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 28, 1958, in Union City, New Jersey, to the late Myron Courtney Tucker and Julia Treanor Tucker.

Raised in the Lake Luzerne, New York area, she graduated from high school there. She later attended...

Susan Elaine White Holesovsky

Susan Elaine White Holesovsky

May 21, 2026

Susan Elaine White Holesovsky, 75, entered the Kingdom of Heaven on May 21, 2026, where she now rests eternally beside her beloved husband, Buddy. Susan began her life on April 17, 1951, in her parent's home on Sarah Street in Cuero, Texas, surrounded by family. She peacefully ended her earthly journey surrounded by the same love at her daughter’s home...

Dillan Scott Laake

Dillan Scott Laake

May 21, 2026

Dillan Scott Laake was born February 18, 1993; he passed away on May 21, 2026. He was a devoted father, son, brother, nephew and friend whose personality could light up any room and make every gathering more memorable.

Dillan loved spending time with his son, Mason Booth Laake, whom he adored more than life itself. Whether fishing, hunting, or simply enjoying...

Joshua James Madore

Joshua James Madore

May 17, 2026

Joshua James Madore, age 48, of Wharton, TX, passed away on May 17, 2026, in Wharton. He was born on July 21, 1977, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, to Catherine (Adrian) Zissa and William Madore. 

Joshua grew up as a military brat, moving among military installations every three years, and graduated from Hannibal High School in Missouri in 1995. He had an...

Maria Flores DeMorales

Maria Flores DeMorales

May 13, 2026

Maria Flores DeMorales, a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother and a dedicated homemaker, who departed from this world on May 13, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on March 15, 1932, in El Sabino, Mexico, to the late Donaciano Flores and Matilde Rodriguez.

Maria's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with love, laughter, and creativity. As a devoted housewife,...

John Robles

John Robles

May 7, 2026

Juan Ruben RoblesJune 24, 1951 - May 7, 2026

We are saddened to announce the death of loved one, Juan “John” Robles on May 7, 2026.

John was born in Boling Texas, June 24, 1951. John attended schools in Boling and graduated in 1971. He was active in sports, basketball, and football. He was also in the Navy ROTC during high school.

John...

Juan G Maldonado

Juan G Maldonado

May 4, 2026

Juan Maldonado

February 15, 1938 - May 4, 2026

Juan Guajardo Maldonado, 88, of Wharton, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, in an Eagle Lake hospital following a brief illness. He was born on February 15, 1938, in Los Fresnos, Texas to the late Julian and Consuelo Guajardo Maldonado.

Juan was raised in the Wharton area, and attended Wharton High School. He...

Stephen Johnson

Stephen Johnson

May 3, 2026

On May 3, 2026, Stephen Richard Johnson. 67. has finished his final round.

Born on July 10, 1958, in Pennsylvania to Richard and Phyllis, Steve spent the majority of his life in South Texas -where the tea is sweet and it's always tee time on the golf course.

Steve was a dedicated Coach of many sports and a passionate Special Education Teacher....

Dr. Robert Stirling Vineyard, Sr

Dr. Robert Stirling Vineyard, Sr

May 1, 2026

Dr. Robert Stirling Vineyard

July 4, 1940 – May 1, 2026

Dr. Robert Stirling Vineyard, 85, of Wharton, Texas, passed away on May 1, 2026. He was born on July 4, 1940, in Wharton, Texas, to Ben Lynn Vineyard and LaVerne Stirling Vineyard.

Dr. Vineyard graduated from Wharton High School in 1958, earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Texas...

Kent Hill

Kent Hill

Apr 28, 2026

Hal Kent Hill, 85, of Wharton, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Born on January 26, 1941, in Lufkin, Texas, Kent was the loving son of Ollie Hal and Lois Anne Hill.

Before Kent's birth, his brother, Raymond Earl, died of diphtheria at age three. Kent knew him only through his mother’s poems and family stories, yet that loss stayed with...

Richard "Rickey" Light

Richard "Rickey" Light

Apr 23, 2026

Richard Wayne “Rickey” Light, 73, of Bay City, Texas, passed away on April 23, 2026, surrounded by his close family.

Rickey was born on May 17, 1952. He was raised in Smiley, Texas. He built a life grounded in hard work, family, and a deep connection to agriculture as a cattle and pig man. In his prime, he was also a...

TP Gordon Peikert

TP Gordon Peikert

Apr 23, 2026

TP Gordon Peikert, 89, of Egypt, Texas passed away on April 23, 2026. He was born October 25, 1936 in Bonus, Texas to parents Jim Peikert and Leona Lewis Peikert. Gordon and his loving wife Margie, who he met at Bonus Baptist Church, were married for 64 years and built their life in Egypt, Texas.

Gordon was many things to many...

Bobbie Brod

Bobbie Brod

Apr 22, 2026

Bobbie Brod, age 77, of Wharton, Texas passed away peacefully on April22, 2026 at Hillje nursing center. She was born on July 18, 1948, in Beaumont, Tx to the late Charles and Lois Argo Lominac.

Raised in Houston, she attended and graduated from Milby High School. Bobbie married Max Brod on October 3, 1975, in Houston. They built their dream home...

Gael Trejo Garcia

Gael Trejo Garcia

Apr 17, 2026

Gael Trejo Garcia

Gael Trejo García, de 5 años y residente en Lane City, falleció el viernes 17 de abril de 2026 en un hospital de Houston tras un trágico accidente. Nació el 7 de octubre de 2020 en Bay City, hijo de Carmelo Trejo y María García.

Gael estaba en preescolar en la escuela primaria Sivels. Le gustaba jugar al aire...

Alan Paul Zbranek

Alan Paul Zbranek

Apr 12, 2026

Alan Paul Zbranek

November 30, 1964 to April 12, 2026

Alan Zbranek, 61, of Wharton and Nada, TX, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at a Houston hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born to the late Clarence and Joyce Socha Zbranek on November 30, 1964, in Wharton, Texas.

Alan was raised in Nada, attended St...

Ruth Millie Sabrsula

Ruth Millie Sabrsula

Apr 10, 2026

Ruth Millie Sabrsula

Nov 14, 1930- April 10, 2026

Ruth Millie Sabrsula, 95, of Wharton, TX went home to be with the Lord on April 10, 2026. She was born to Julius and Emily Hoffrek Kalina on November 14, 1930, in Smithville, TX. She married the love of her life, Alfred M. Sabrsula in Smithville, TX on November 16, 1948. They shared...