Gladys Surman

Gladys Surman of Schulenburg departed this earthly world on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, to meet with family and friends who preceded her in death. The good Lord blessed her with 93 years, 3 months and 22 days of life.Gladys was born in Weimar on April 13, 1932, to Henry and Adela (Michalek) Kloesel.

Alton Hafer

Alton Bruno Hafer, 98, of Schulenburg, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025.He was born on Feb. 23, 1927, in Beasley to Louis William Hafer and Minnie E. (Henrichsen) Hafer. Alton honorably served this country in the U.S. Army.

Johnny Louis Veselka

Johnny Louis Veselka, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 at age 77 in Austin.Born on Sept. 14, 1947 in Schulenburg, Johnny grew up with his younger brother Larry.

Patricia L. Masek

Patricia L. Masek passed away in her home on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.She was born Vlasta Ludmila Migl to Anton Migl and Ludmila Jasek Migl on March 1, 1935 at their farm near Praha. She was baptized, confirmed and married in her lifelong church of St. Mary’s in Praha. She attended St.

Johnnie Joe Balcar

Johnnie Joe Balcar, 92, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, at Schulenburg Regency Nursing Center. His final months were marked by various medical challenges that began in February 2025, which he faced with remarkable resilience and determination.The funeral service was conducted at St.

Captain Joseph David Bujnoch Jr.

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Captain Joseph David Bujnoch Jr. Captain David passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the age of 54, at M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston.

Harriet Kainer Bohac

Harriet Kainer Bohac, 91, lovingly known as Nana by family, passed away Wednesday, May 14 at Schulenburg Regency Care Center. She was born on Sept. 13, 1933 to Anton and Anna Kainer.She attended grammar school at St.

Harlan James Hilscher

Harlan James Hilscher, 88, of High Hill, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025, as he was alongside his loving wife, Lillian.He was born in Middle Creek on Feb. 28, 1937, to Alfred and Elsie (Winkler) Hilscher.

Charlene Ann Kallus

Charleen Ann Kallus, beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of her children and grandchildren. She was 80 years old.Charleen was born on May 17, 1945, in Schulenburg to Charlie and Cleo Beyer.

R. W. ‘Will’ Howard

Dec. 29, 1936 - June 7, 2025Will Howard of Horseshoe Bay passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025 after a short illness. He was 88 years old.Born on Dec. 29, 1936 in Lucedale, Mississippi, he was the son of Wilmer and Bealle Howard.