Mrs. Kovach

Margareta Kovach, 88, died Nov. 28, 2025.She was born on April 17, 1937, in Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany to Josef and Barbara Ernst. Raised during wartime in Bischberg, Germany, Margareta learned early the values of strength, resilience and familyqualities that would guide her throughout her life.

Mr. Walsh

James Garland Walsh Jr., 88, of Lometa, died on Nov. 17, 2025.He was born on Sept. 18, 1937. He lived in the Lometa area for more than 20 years.James worked for Hamilton Electric for 35 years before retiring to spend his days ranching, which he truly enjoyed.

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.