Elgin, TX Obituaries

Jan 6, 2025

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Janelle Nelson Mogonye, entered eternal life on Jan. 6, 2025, following a brief illness. She was 94 years old.

Born Sept. 28, 1930, Janelle was the eldest child of Elmer Louis Nelson and Erna Elise Schroeder. A lifelong resident of the Elgin area, Janelle’s family moved from the Type and Beyersville communities...

Jan 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah (Debbie) Louise Herring, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left us on January 4, 2025. Born on March 9, 1951, in Castroville, TX, and raised in LaCoste, TX, Debbie touched the lives of many with her warmth, compassion, and unwavering spirit.

Debbie dedicated...

Jan 4, 2025

James Lermon Davis, age 77, of Elgin, passed away Saturday January 04, 2025.

Services will be private.

Jan 4, 2025

Jimmy John Skrhak, born December 9th, 1961, passed away peacefully on January 3rd, 2025.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 13, 2025, Oak Hill Cemetery on Oak Hill Cemetery Rd, Bastrop. Please join the family for visitation from 5:00-7:00 PM, Sunday, January 12th in the Chapel of Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home

Jan 3, 2025

Pilar Torrez Cruz, age 52, of Austin, passed away Friday January 03, 2025.

Visitation will be held 12:00 - 8:00PM Saturday January 11, 2025, at Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home, 604 HWY 95 N, Elgin, Texas 78621.

The funeral service will begin 1:00 PM Sunday January 12, 2025, at Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home, followed by interment at Elgin Latin Cemetery, 305 Ochoa St,...

Jan 2, 2025

Noelia Sanchez, age 58, of Elgin, passed away Thursday January 02, 2025.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Jan 1, 2025

James Melton Archer, born August 15,1940 in Corsicana, Texas, passed from this life on January 1, 2025. 

James was preceded in death by his parents, James Bates and Charlesetta Archer, Father and Mother-in-Law, Clyde Hibbs, Sr. and Stella, Brother-in-Law, Clyde Hibbs, Jr. and niece, Shannon Hibbs, Grandson, Cody Archer, Daughter-in-Law, Teresa Archer, Granddaughter-in-Law, Crystal Archer. James is survived by his wife...

Dec 31, 2024

Jack Albert Harzke was born on February 19, 1937, to Albert Charles “Doc” Harzke and Myrtle Catherine (Siebel) Harzke of Priddy, Texas, a small town in northern Mills County. There being no medical facilities in Priddy, Jack was born in Gorman at the Blackwell Sanitarium about 45 miles away. He often noted that his “bassinet” was actually a dresser drawer....

Dec 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sherman Lynn Allen, who passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, at the age of 70 in Temple, Texas.

Born on July 18, 1954, Sherman grew up in Austin, Texas, and graduated from Reagan High School in 1973. He spent 20 dedicated years working for Sears,...

Dec 23, 2024

Mary Gayle Rathmann, age 83, of Austin, passed away Monday December 23, 2024.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Dec 23, 2024

Debra Sue Childress Pace, age 69, of Ledbetter, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born on July 13, 1955, in Austin, Texas, to Clifford Lewis Childress and Helen Marie Helm.

Debra married the love of her life, Marvin Carter Pace, on May 6, 1972, and they shared 52 and a half wonderful years together....

Dec 19, 2024

Feliciano “Guz” Guzman entered eternal rest on December 19th, 2024, at the age of 87 with his loving and devoted wife, Maria Louisa, by his side in their Elgin, Texas home. 

Guz exemplified diligence, strength, pride, and devotion. He was renowned for his love of music and often spotted dancing alone to the sounds of his beloved mariachis. 

Born in McAllen, Texas...

Dec 17, 2024

Toni Kay Anderson, 75, of Elgin, passed away Tuesday December 17, 2024.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Dec 15, 2024

Jose Antonio "Tony" Hernandez, 61, of Elgin, Texas, passed away on December 15, 2024. He was born on February 28, 1963, in Elgin, Texas, to Ralph R. Hernandez Sr. and Juanita Flores Hernandez.

Tony graduated from Elgin High School. He was known for his love of football, fishing, and barbecuing for his family and friends, where everyone...

Dec 13, 2024

Scott Ellis Hann, 63 years old, born in Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away on December 13, 2024, at his home in Bastrop County, Texas.

Scott was born on October 20, 1961, to Gordon and Shirley Hann.  Scott married and later divorced Deborah Aleskivitch Hann.  At his passing, Scott was married to Sheena Hann.  Scott had obtained associate degrees...

Dec 13, 2024

Jesse James De Leon was born on December 25, 2007, to Father Jose Arturo De Leon and Anna Marie Campos. On December 13, 2024, Jesse took his last breath on this earth and was awakened to his new home in heaven with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

He leaves behind many loved ones who cared deeply...

Nov 27, 2024

Paul Wayne Walker, 82, of McDade, Texas, passed away on November 28, 2024.

Paul was born on August 19, 1942, in Elgin, Texas, to Millard and Sarah Walker. He graduated from Elgin High School and earned a degree in education from the University of Texas. Paul dedicated more than 30 years to teaching math at Elgin Junior...

Nov 25, 2024

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our son, Justus Reed Harding, in Austin, Texas, on November 25, 2024. He was 38 years old, born in Austin on February 16, 1986. He spent most of his life growing up in Hutto, Texas. Justus loved music, the outdoors, and animals—especially his cats and dogs—and he had...

Nov 24, 2024

Gerald Kenneth Allen passed away peacefully on November 24, 2024, at the age of 96 in Elgin, Texas. Born on February 9, 1928, in Causey, New Mexico, to John and Bonnie Allen, Kenneth spent much of his childhood in Elgin where he was deeply rooted in his faith as a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church in Elgin....

Nov 22, 2024

Janice Kay Schroeder, age 80, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024. Born and raised in Elgin, Texas, Jan was a pillar of strength and dedication to her community. Her commitment to public service was evident through her roles on the Elgin Chamber of Commerce, Elgin City Council and as Mayor of Elgin. She was also an esteemed member...