Marion Wayne Reed

DECEMBER 21, 1947 - JANUARY 30, 2025 Marion Wayne Reed, a beloved figure in the Hamlin and McCaulley communities, passed away on January 30, 2026, at the age of 78.

Lisa Dawn Bookman

JANUARY 11, 2025 Lisa Dawn Bookman, 68, of Austin, Texas, passed away peacefully in hospice care on January 11, 2026, after a two-year battle with cancer. Born in Odessa in 1957, Lisa was raised in Aspermont, where she spent her days playing games with her two younger sisters and two older brothers.

Ava Sloan Watson

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014 - JANUARY 19, 2025 Ava Sloan Watson, beloved daughter and sister, was born on September 23, 2014, in Sweetwater, Texas. She left us too soon on January 19, 2026, at the tender age of eleven.

Shirley Farmer Jeffrey

In Loving MemoryJANUARY 1, 2025 Shirley Farmer, 86, passed away on January 1, 2026. She was born in Sweetwater, Texas, and spent her life rooted in the land and community she loved, making her home in Roby, Texas.

Wilda (Sue) Branch

AUGUST 3, 1947 — NOVEMBER 11, 2025 Wilda “Sue” Edington Branch, 78, of Rotan, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. She spent her life doing three things with her whole heart: loving her family, teaching children and working on the ranch she loved.

Aida Medrano

In Loving MemoryJUNE 5, 1928 - OCTOBER 30, 2025 Aida Medrano of Rotan, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home on October 30, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on June 5, 1928, in Rio Grande City, Texas, Aida lived a life filled with love, service, and joy.

Donald Odell McCombs

JULY 12, 1932 - OCTOBER 18, 2025Donald Odell McCombs was born on July 12, 1932 and passed peacefully from this life on October 18, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of devotion to his Savior, his country, and the family he cherished above all.

Mary Salazar Hancock

May 18, 1956 - October 3, 2025Mary Salazar Hancock went to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, October 3, 2025. She was surrounded by her family and so much love as she departed this world to rest in the arms of Jesus Christ.

Joyce May (Shipp) Vaughan

February 23, 1941 - October 4, 2025Joyce May (Shipp) Vaughan, a dedicated aerospace professional and cherished member of her community, passed away on October 4, 2025, at the age of 84.

Michael Lynn Hull

December 12, 1953 - October 6, 2025Michael Lynn Hull, a cherished member of the Rotan community, passed away on October 6, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on December 12, 1953, in Rotan, Texas, to John L. and Eula Mae (Reep) Hull, Mike lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and community service.