Obituaries
Glenn Edward Rachui
Nov 3, 2024
Glenn Edward Rachui was welcomed with open arms by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at the age of 74 on November 3, 2024. He was born on September 7, 1950, in Waco, Texas, to Arthur and Jeanette Rachui. Glenn was a beloved father, son, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend.
He and his parents later moved to Corpus Christi, Texas, where...
Katherine Louise Benick
Nov 2, 2024
Katherine “Kitty” Louise Benick, 83, of Corpus Christi, peacefully passed away November 2, 2024, earning her angel wings after a brief but hard fight with cancer, surrounded by her daughters. She was a cherished daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to so many. Kitty was born February 22, 1941, in Corpus Christi to Leon and Anna Marie Dorrough....
Daina Lynn Rytter
Oct 31, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daina Rytter, beloved wife, mother, and nana, who went to be with the Lord on October 31, 2024. She passed away suddenly while fighting her hardest battle against cancer. She had a life full of love and laughter.
Daina was born December 14, 1967 to Stanley Reiman and Frances Kay...
Barbara L. Clawson
Oct 30, 2024
Barbara L. Clawson, a proud native of Corpus Christi and revered Nashville country music star, passed away on October 30,2024, in Corpus Christi, Texas, just days before her 89th birthday. Born on November 4, 1935, in Waco, Texas, Barbara brightened the lives of many with her incredible talent and loving spirit.
Barbara had a remarkable career, sharing the stage at the...
Christopher Allen Smith Jr.
Oct 23, 2024
Christopher Allen Smith Junior, 27, of Orange Grove, passed away October 23, 2024.
He was born in Del Rio on April 15, 1997.
Christopher’s passion in life was his family.
He was proceeded in death by his youngest sister, Dana Lee Watson.
Left to cherish his memory is his beautiful wife Miranda Peña; three wonderful children, Memphis Avery Smith, Enzo Lee Smith, Ivory Mae...
Francine Sonnier
Oct 23, 2024
Francine Sonnier, age 78, passed away on the evening of October 23, 2024 in her home surrounded by her loving family.
Francine was born in Premont, TX on March 30, 1946 to Alvie and Hazel Wilkinson who preceded her in death. She was the youngest of four children: Jerry Wilkinson and Patsy Littrell, who also preceded her in death. She is...
Lillie Ruth Payne
Oct 23, 2024
Lillie Ruth Payne, 93 a longtime resident of Odem, Texas, passed away October 23, 2024 in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Known as the Odem Roadrunner, so named by a friend, she was always on the go, visiting friends, shut-ins, and family. An adventurer, she loved nature and exploring National Parks with friends and family as well as international travel.
Born February 9, 1931,...
Larry Edward Hatch
Oct 23, 2024
Larry E. Hatch peacefully passed from this world on 23 Oct 2024 at the age of 87. He was known by most as Larry, to some as "Crazy Larry", a few as Dad, and to those most endeared, he was “Booger”.
Born in Texas, June 28, 1937, Larry grew up on a farm as the second youngest of ten. It was...
Royce Allen
Oct 22, 2024
Charles Royce Allen was born on May 15, 1937, in Titus County Texas to R.C. and Lillian Martin Allen and departed peacefully on October 22, 2024 surrounded by his family. A 1955 graduate of Mount Pleasant High School, Royce began his professional journey at Mercantile National Bank while attending Rutherford Metropolitan Business College in Dallas. After returning to Mount Pleasant,...
Don Thomas Brooks
Oct 18, 2024
Don Thomas Brooks, 88 a longtime resident of Channelview, Texas, passed away in Odem, Texas on October 18,2024. Born September 2,1936, to W.M. & Tennie Brooks in Houston, Texas, Don was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, father, and son. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Baytown, Texas where he played the cornet in the band. Upon...
Lucille Winifred Teichman
Oct 17, 2024
Lucille Winifred Teichman, age 95, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2024, in Corpus Christi, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 24, 1929, in Barton, Vermont, Lucille's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, laughter, and cherished family connections.
Lucille was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 73 years, William George Teichman Jr.; her parents,...
Joshua Noah Romanczyk
Oct 12, 2024
Joshua Noah Romanczyk, age 45, of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away on October 12, 2024. Born on January 5, 1979, to Walter Noah Romanczyk and Nancy Sue Murphy, Josh grew up in Corpus Christi, attending Flour Bluff schools and graduating from Calallen High School, where he met his high school sweetheart, Jacqueline "Doherty." Together, they were affectionately known as Babers...
Robert Howell Phillips, Jr.
Oct 10, 2024
Robert Howell Phillips Jr., a cherished husband, father, son, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in Corpus Christi, Texas, surrounded by his beloved wife, Lisa. Born in Lakeland, Florida, to Margaret and Robert Phillips Sr., Robert was the youngest of four children in a loving family.
Robert had a remarkable passion for life, which he shared with his family. His favorite pastimes...
Linda M Stafford
Sep 27, 2024
Linda M. Stafford, 84, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2024 at home surrounded by Family and Friends. She was born on May 22, 1940 in Arkansas to Buford and Nettie Young. She lived in Odem, Texas and was a graduate of Sun Dean High School.
Linda was proceeded in death by her father and mother Buford and Nettie Young, three...
Norma Mae Clopton
Sep 24, 2024
Norma L. Clopton, age 93, was born April 30, 1931, in Jeanerette, Louisiana and died September 24, 2024, in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Norma grew up on a sugar cane farm with her parents and 3 brothers. She loved spending time reading anything she could get her hands on especially romance novels. This may have lead to her constantly watching Hallmark movies...
Harriet Edna Vaughn
Sep 24, 2024
Harriet Edna Vaughn 84, passed from this earth into God's hands September 24,2024. She was born to Harold Chute and Beatrice Mitchell in Eastport Maine. She was a loving wife and mother who touched the lives of many. Her unwavering strength, love and loyalty will always be remembered. Her parents, husband of 52 years Howard Red Vaughn, brother Harold Chute...
Atilano Castro Hernandez
Sep 22, 2024
Atilano Castro Hernandez went by many names, one for almost every family generation: “Tito”, “Grave”, “Dad”, “Pops”, “Grandpy”, and “Grandpa”. He was most proud of being called “Grandpa”. Born October 17, 1948 in Hale Center, Texas. Grandpa was the youngest of his siblings and grew up with a very close knit family. He performed with several bands as a young...
Victor Alexander Chavez Murillo
Sep 17, 2024
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Marsha Gayle Bridevaux
Sep 17, 2024
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Karen Joyce Norris
Sep 16, 2024
Karen Joyce (Wight) Norris of Calallen, TX, formerly of Batavia, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday afternoon September 16, 2024, at the age of 76 following a three year battle with cancer.
She was born in Cuba, NY, on December 10, 1947, to Harold David Wight and Phyllis Grace (Edwards) Wight. Karen was the eldest of five sisters and attended Batavia...