Obituaries

John Jay Weikel

John Jay Weikel

Jul 13, 2026

John Jay Weikel was born April 2, 1940, in Columbus, Montana, and left this world on July 13, 2026 in Conroe, Texas, at the age of 86. He was born to Arthur and Elsie Weikel of Absarokee. He grew up on the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains and spent his early years fishing and hunting in the foothills of...

Laura Jane (Knight) Wiggins

Laura Jane (Knight) Wiggins

Jul 12, 2026

Laura Jane (Knight) Wiggins was born on May 31, 1942, in Mexia, Texas, and passed away on July 12, 2026, in Wigginsville, Texas.

Laura was preceded in death by her husband, Marcus Wiggins; her parents, Melvin and Katherin Knight; and her brother, Charles Knight.

She is survived by her sons, Chris Wiggins and wife Margie, Kerry Wiggins and wife Kristen, and John...

John Ferrulli

John Ferrulli

Jul 11, 2026

John Ferrulli, 72, passed away with his sister, Rose; niece, Carolian; and nephew, Ronnie by his side. He was born on May 27, 1954, in Bronx, New York, to parents, Anthony and Pauline Ferrulli. He loved his family and loved spending time with his nieces and nephews. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War....

Ruby Rodriguez

Ruby Rodriguez

Jul 10, 2026

With hearts that will never be the same, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Ruby Esparza Rodriguez who entered into eternal rest on July 10, 2026. There are no words that can truly express the depth of our loss. Our mother was more than the heart of our family. She was the glue...

Jackie Royce Robertson

Jackie Royce Robertson

Jul 10, 2026

Jackie Royce Robertson, age 92, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, at Ridgewood Nursing Home in The Woodlands, Texas. He was born on March 29, 1934, and lived a life characterized by faith, hard work, humor, and love for family and friends.

Jackie was a member of the College Park Church of Christ and was known for his quiet devotion...

Justin Aloysius Schleper

Justin Aloysius Schleper

Jul 2, 2026

We are saddened to announce that Justin Aloysius “Jud” Schleper passed away on July 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He lived a full and meaningful life of 89 years, with his beloved wife, Kathryn Schleper, by his side for the last 39 years. 

Jud was born on April 7, 1937, in Carlton, Illinois, to his parents, Aloys and Teresa...

Jack Harold Hill, Jr.

Jack Harold Hill, Jr.

Jun 27, 2026

Jack Harold Hill Jr., 77, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at home. He was born on August 27, 1948, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to Jack Harold Hill Sr. and Helen Gossman.

Jack spent much of his childhood in St. Louis, where he grew up alongside his sisters,...

Susan Kay Schroeder

Susan Kay Schroeder

Jun 25, 2026

Susan Kay Schroeder, 65, went to be with our Lord and Savior on June 25, 2026 while at St. Luke’s Hospital in The Woodlands, TX. She was born to her parents Cliff and Della Ann Schroeder on March 1, 1961.

She grew up in Dickinson, Texas before moving to Texas City. She graduated from Sam Houston State with an Elementary Education...

William Henry Seay

William Henry Seay

Jun 24, 2026

William Henry Seay was born August 23, 1947 and died June 24, 2026.He was preceded in death by his parents, Bradford Henry Seay and Ethel Virginia Seay; and his sister, Marjorie Moore.He leaves behind his beloved children, Teresa Aaron (Bryan) and Ronnie Ballow (Paola). Three grandchildren, Breanna Hagar (Cole), Daniel Aaron (Paige) and Daniella Ballow; and two great grandsons, Noah...

Karen Elaine Cornell Nygard

Karen Elaine Cornell Nygard

Jun 23, 2026

Karen Elaine Cornell Nygard, 73, born on January 23, 1953, in Houston, Texas, passed away on June 23, 2026, in The Woodlands, Texas, after a lifetime defined by resilience, independence, and an unwavering love for life. 

Karen was preceded in death by her beloved son, Christopher John Nygard; her former husband, David Wayne Nygard; her parents, Gloria Mae Cornell and Walter...

Blaine "Bear" Cassell

Blaine "Bear" Cassell

Jun 23, 2026

Blaine "Bear" Cassell was born on February 13, 1943, in Missouri. His death occurred on June 23, 2026 at his home in Conroe, Texas, after a nearly two-year battle with DLBCL lymphoma. 

Bear is survived by his son, Jon B. Cassell and wife Vivian; grandsons Connor West and wife Lauren, and Jackson West and wife Taylynn; one great-grandchild, with another on...

James Victor Luman

James Victor Luman

Jun 18, 2026

James Victor Luman, a cherished community member, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at the age of 58. Born on January 5, 1968, in Jefferson City, Missouri, James carried the warmth and kindness of his small-town roots throughout his life, enriching the lives of those around him with his genuine spirit and unwavering friendship.

A lifelong resident of Montgomery County,...

Elva Cunningham

Elva Cunningham

Jun 14, 2026

Elva Cunningham, 90, passed away peacefully in Montgomery, Texas, on June 14, 2026. She was born on January 27, 1936, in La Grulla, Texas, to Cresencio and Francisca Solis.



Elva loved her family and friends more than anything and cherished every moment spent with them. A loving grandmother and great-grandmother, she adored her family and created countless memories that will be...

Maritza Leticia Zárate Estrada

Maritza Leticia Zárate Estrada

Jun 8, 2026

With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Maritza Leticia Zárate Estrada, who entered peacefully into eternal rest on June 8, 2026, at the age of 75.

Maritza was born on December 4, 1950, in Colima, Colima, Mexico, to Manuel Zárate Morales and Alicia Estrada Díaz. She was raised in Mexico, where she...

John Anthony Savelli

John Anthony Savelli

Jun 8, 2026

John Anthony Savelli started his life journey on May 6, 1976 in a military hospital in Berlin, Germany.

His travels started then - as a child he moved many times and finally called Texas home. He made friends everywhere he went.

John had a robust energy and wanted to get the most out of life. Graduated Kempner High School in Sugar Land,...

Louberta Hebert Abatie

Louberta Hebert Abatie

Jun 4, 2026

Louberta Hebert Pace Abatie, age 99, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026. She was born on April 2, 1927, in Colfax, Louisiana, to Monroe Hebert and Georgia Hebert.

After graduating from Colfax High School, Louberta followed her sisters to San Antonio, Texas, where she worked at Fort Sam Houston processing military personnel . She later moved to Houston, where she...

Marcia Ellen Safar Watson

Marcia Ellen Safar Watson

Jun 3, 2026

The Woodlands, Texas – Marcia Ellen Safar Watson, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away in her home on June 3, 2026, at the age of 72.

Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on August 2, 1953, to Milo Rudolph Safar and Janice Leigh Williams Safar, Marcia grew up in a proud military family. Because of her father’s service in...

Hedwig Elfredie ("Heda") Christ

Hedwig Elfredie ("Heda") Christ

Jun 1, 2026

Hedwig Elfreide (“Heda”) Christ passed away on June 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, intelligence, resilience, and steadfast love for her family and community.



Heda was born on March 9, 1942, in Düsseldorf, Germany, to Arnold and Margrete (née Westermann). Following the loss of her mother at a young age, Heda was lovingly raised by her aunt, and...

Anatalia Katindoy Guevara

Anatalia Katindoy Guevara

May 30, 2026

With heavy hearts but deeply grateful spirits, we announce the passing of our beloved Mommy Annie, who went to her peaceful rest on May 30, 2026, in Conroe, Texas.

Mommy Annie was a source of constant warmth, grace, and light for everyone blessed to know her. No matter the circumstances, she looked at life with a gentle smile and left us...

Alice Jeanette (Billings) White

Alice Jeanette (Billings) White

May 27, 2026

Alice J. White, beloved mother, sister, aunt, friend, and teacher, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Conroe, Texas, at the age of 84. Alice was born in Houston, Texas, on August 3, 1941, to Raymond Samuel “Josh” Billings and Ruth Virginia (Strait) Billings. She lived and worked in the Conroe area, and attended the First Baptist Church of...