Obituaries

Aug 22, 2023

 

Efren Zambrano III, lovingly known as Hito, passed away on August 22, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. Born on January 8, 1971, Efren was a caring, compassionate, and kind individual who spread joy to those around him whether he knew it or not.Efren pursued a career with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice until his...

Aug 20, 2023

 

Georgia Ptacek was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, on August 20, 2023. A visitation for Georgia will be held from 6-8pm Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Strickland Funeral Home in Caldwell. Funeral service will be held at 9am on Friday, August 25, 2023, at Strickland Funeral Home in Caldwell with Reverend Joseph Polasek officiating. Interment...

Aug 17, 2023

 

On Thursday, August 17th, Viola Zwernemann Bartek, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt, was called home by her Lord and savior to her eternal resting place.

Some knew her as Mama, Grandma, GiGiMa, or Aunt Viola, but all of us knew her to be one of the most loving and cheerful persons to be around.

Viola...

Aug 15, 2023

Aug 11, 2023

 

Macik, Bennie 86, of Caldwell was called home, Friday, August 11, 2023, in College Station, Texas.

A Celebration of Bennie’s Life will be held, Monday, August 14, 2023, at 10:30 am at Strickland Funeral Home Chapel Caldwell, officiating will be Pastor Michael Zwernemann. Interment will follow at the Caldwell Masonic Cemetery, with Military Honors provided by VFW Post #4458....

Aug 4, 2023

 

Karen Teal, 66, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 4th, 2023, at Scott and White Hospital in Temple, Texas. She was born Karen Beckmann on December 25th, 1956, in Bellville, Texas. Karen's journey on this earth was filled with love, compassion, and dedication to her family and her career.

She married Marshall Teal, with whom...

Aug 3, 2023

 

Joyce completed her earthly journey and went to join the Lord on August 3, 2023.  She was born in Caldwell, Texas to Joe Harold Siptak and Mary Maresh Siptak on November 26, 1930.  She graduated from Caldwell High School in 1948.  In the summer of 1948, her parents encouraged her to attend The Unity of the Brethren’s Hus School...

Aug 3, 2023

 

James Eric Fritsche passed away on August 3, 2023, at the age of 82. A visitation for James will be held at Strickland funeral home in Caldwell from 1-2pm, the funeral service will follow at 2pm with pastor Richard Brunk officiating. Interment will be at the Elizabeth Lutheran church cemetery.

James spent most of his life in Burleson County....

Aug 1, 2023

 

Stephen B. Wooten, age 75, of Somerville, TX., passed away on August 1, 2023.

A visitation for Stephen will be held on Friday, August 11, 2023, at Strickland Funeral home in Caldwell from 6-8pm, the recitation of the holy rosary begins at 7pm. The Mass of Christian burial will begin at 10am on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at the...

Jul 23, 2023

 

Glen Alan Rathjen passed away on July 23, 2023. A visitation will be held on Friday July 28, 2023, from 6-8pm.  A graveside service will be held at 10am, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church Cemetery in Frenstat.

Glen Rathjen was born on May 10, 1967, to Alphine and Annie Rathjen. He graduated from...

Jul 19, 2023

Dorothy Bentke, 88, passed away on July 19. 

Dorothy was a vivacious woman who loved to go dancing with the Happy Feet Club. When she wasn’t tearing up a dance floor she enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing, playing dominos and volleyball.  She was a hard worker and could out work many a man. Dorothy had a pet deer she lovingly...

Jul 12, 2023

 

Connie Bowers passed away on July 12, 2023, at the age of 72. She was born on January 16, 1951. Connie is preceded in death by her parents, Pat and Lawrence Vavra. She is survived by her son Eric Bowers and her two sisters Shirley Vavra and Carolynn Doonan. A private memorial service will be held at a later...

Jul 10, 2023

Mark Louis Kochert, a loving and caring individual, has passed away at the age of 57. He was born on November 27, 1965, in Wesleco, Texas, and departed from this world on July 10, 2023, at his home. Mark's memory will forever be cherished by his surviving family and friends, including his beloved mother Jane Kochert and Brother Wilbur Anthony...

Jul 1, 2023

 

David “Mike” Gilbert was born on April 16, 1947, in Houston, Texas to Charles M. Gilbert and Mary Sue Gilbert. Mike passed away peacefully on July 1, 2023, in Houston, TX with his loving family at his bedside after a brief illness.  Mike spent most of his young life in Houston, graduating from Reagan High School in 1967. He...

Jun 11, 2023

Alan (Al) Covey of Bullard. TX passed away peacefully on June 11, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. A devoted man, Alan leaves behind a legacy of compassion, strength and unwavering support for those he held dear. We believe that Alan has rejoined his beautiful and beloved bride Elizabeth (Liz) Covey (Barham) and they are once again dancing...

May 30, 2023

Glenn Allen Lewis passed away on May 30, 2023, in Temple, Texas. His visitation will be held on Thursday June 1, 2023, from 6-8pm at Strickland Funeral Home in Caldwell. The Funeral service will be at 10am on Friday June 2, 2023, at Strickland Funeral home in Caldwell. Burial following the service at Oaklawn Cemetery in Somerville.

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May 25, 2023

Dennis Woodrow Mikulin, age 50, passed away peacefully in his home on May 25, 2023.  Dennis was born in La Grange, Texas, on August 24, 1972, to Charlotte Spacek Mikulin and Dennis Paul Mikulin.  He was welcomed into their home in Dime Box by his two big sisters Amy and Paula.  Dennis was five years old when little sister...

May 24, 2023

Albert Lee Smith passed away on May 24, 2023. Visitation for Albert will be on Friday, May 26, 2023, at Strickland Funeral Home in Caldwell from 6 to 8 pm. Funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10:30am at the First Baptist Church in Caldwell. Interment following the service at Hix Cemetery.

Albert was born on...

May 22, 2023

Wayne Wolz, local rancher, former NASA engineer, loving father and husband, and friend to many, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at 2pm, at the Caldwell Methodist church.  Family and friends are invited to attend a meal after the service.

Wayne was born in Corpus Christi in 1945...

May 2, 2023

Memorial Service will be set for a later date.