Ms. Simon

Deana Odell Simon, 54, of Carrollton, died peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Nov. 24, 2025, in her family home in Lampasas.Born Oct. 16, 1971 in Austin to Charles and Barbara (Olson) Simon, Deana spent her younger years in Cedar Park, enjoying family vacations at the surrounding lakes.

Mrs. Murley

Betty Louella Durham Murley was born July 6, 1935 in O’Donnell, Texas. She was the second oldest of eight children born to Homer and Farris Durham.She graduated from O’Donnell High School in 1942. During high school she worked for Mr.

Mrs. Thogmartin

Nada Wagley Thogmartin died peacefully on July 23, 2025. She lived a long, meaningful life and spread kindness through her presence, her stories and most famously her baking. Her sour cream cookies and brownies were a signature comfort at every family gathering.

Mr. Garner

James Marshall Garner Sr., 78, died of natural causes on Nov. 13, 2025, in Lampasas.A memorial service will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Nov. 21 at 11 a.m. Interment will be private.Jimmy was born on July 4, 1947, to Leonard Marshall Garner and Emily Norine Anderson.

Col. Hampton

The retired Col. James Hampton, United States Army, died on Nov. 11, 2025, in Lampasas at the age of 85. He was born on July 13, 1940, in Hollywood, California.Col. Hampton began his long military career when he joined the California National Guard on Oct. 23, 1959.

Mr. Matchen

Mark Anthony Matchen, 60, died on Nov. 13, 2025, at Caraday Nursing in Lampasas. Services were held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Nov. 17 at 3 p.m., with visitation an hour prior. Burial followed at Nix Cemetery.Mark was born on Jan.

Mr. Garcia

Andrew “Andy” Garcia III, age 53, died Nov. 13, 2025 at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple.A rosary and visitation will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas from 6-8 p.m. on Nov. 21.Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 10 a.m. on Nov. 22.

Mr. Baldwin

The family of Brayden Lynn Baldwin has announced his death on Nov. 1, 2025, at the age of 18.A celebration of his life will be held Nov. 22 from 4-6 p.m. at Putters & Gutters in Lampasas.Born on Feb. 21, 2007, in Abilene, Brayden’s life was full of laughter, love and his indomitable spirit.

Ms. Witcher

Sherry Jane Witcher, 78, died on Nov. 9, 2025, at Stoney Brook Assisted Living in Copperas Cove after a lengthy illness.Funeral services will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel in Lampasas on Nov. 16 at 2 p.m., with visitation an hour prior. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Mrs. Slagle

Nancy Ellen Pickett Slagle died Nov. 13, 2025, at the age of 89, after a brief illness.Family visitation will be held at Lometa Church of Christ on Nov. 17 at 10 a.m., with a celebration of her life at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Senterfitt Cemetery in Lometa.Nancy was born to William F.