Colton James Wendell

Colton James Wendell was born to Jenifer (Kaase Heintz) and Mark Wendell on April 10, 2011 in San Antonio. He passed peacefully on Monday, Aug. 12, 2024.Although Colton was unable to speak, he communicated so much love, understanding, and joy for life.

Larry Henneke

Larry Henneke, 69, of Schulenburg, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024 in Schulenburg.He was born on Oct. 31, 1954 to Oswald Henneke and Laura (Schneider) Henneke in Sealy. On Dec. 3, 1995 he married Kathy Shimek. Larry worked as a rancher for many years.

June E. Berger

JUNE E. BERGERJune E. Berger, 89, of Engle, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.Funeral services were held on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, with Pastor J.P. Kessie officiating. Interment took place in the St. John Cemetery in St. John.

James Stanzel

James Stanzel was born on March 15, 1927, to Edward and Stephanie Stanzel. Born and raised in Schulenburg, James attended Middle Creek School through age 15 and then worked on the family farm.

Bedrich George ‘Benny’ Klekar Jr.

Bedrich George “Benny” Klekar Jr. of Seguin passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024. He was born Jan. 1, 1943, in Shiner to Bedrich Sr. and Ludmilla (Randuch) Klekar.Benny was preceded in death by his parents; son, Bryan Douglas Klekar; and in-laws, Mansvet and Rosie (Billeck) Vana.

Constance Marie Cernosek

A Celebration of Life was held for Constance Marie Cernosek on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Frank and Wanda Cemosek’s home in Ammannsville. Constance, residing in Herrin, Illinois, passed away on July 3, 2023, after an intense battle with cancer.

Lea Duffin

LEA DUFFINLea Duffin, 95, passed away peacefully at her home in Schulenburg surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, June 15, 2024.Lea was born in Nelsonville, Texas, on July 21, 1928, to Alvin E. and Tracy K. Bravenec. She was the oldest sister to three brothers, David, Alvin and Gene Bravenec.

Edwin Votaw

Edwin Votaw, 94, of Weimar, departed this world Wednesday, June 5, 2024 with his loving family by his side.Ed was born Jan. 21, 1930 to Lester A. Votaw and Polenena Reiss Votaw in West Point.

Welgene H. Hoffmann

Welgene H. Hoffmann, 87, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 4, 2024.He was born Aug. 8, 1936 in Freyburg to Herbert and Minnie (Kaehler) Hoffmann. He was a veteran, having served in the Texas National Guard.

Josephine Zappe Klesel

Sept. 5, 1932 - June 7, 2024 Funeral services for Josephine Zappe Klesel, 91, of Schulenburg, were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Schulenburg. The family received friends beginning at 9:30 a.m. with the parish rosary recited at 10:30 a.m.