DAMON COX JR.

Damon Albert Cox Jr., a man of profound impact and warmth passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 7, 2024, at his beloved ranch in Caldwell, Texas. He was surrounded by his loving family, who were his greatest joy and pride.

Ruel Michael Laughlin II

Ruel Michael Laughlin II was born on May 29, 1967, in Baytown, to his parents, Sandra and Ruel Laughlin.He passed away on August 28, 2024, at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston, surrounded by his family and friends.Michael graduated from Caldwell High School in 1985.

FRANCISCO “FRANK” MALDONADO

A Mass of Christian Burial for Francisco “Frank” G. Maldonado, 92, of Somerville, was held at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Somerville.Francisco was born Dec. 17, 1931, in Somerville, to Cirilo Maldonado and Antonia Guajardo.He died on Aug. 29, 2024.

Margaret Costa Meister

Margaret Costa Meister 89 of Somerville, formerly of Rosenberg, died on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024 Services will be held on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, with visitation from 4:006:00 p.m. and the Holy Rosary recited at 6:00 p.m., both at Strickland Funeral Home in Somerville.

Richard Raymond Vajdak, Jr.

Richard Raymond Vajdak, Jr., 63, of Snook, Texas, passed away on August 24, 2024, after a brief and sudden illness.A visitation will be held at Strickland Funeral Home in Somerville on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Frankie T. Kubin

Frankie T. Kubin, 92, of Bryan, Texas, went to be with our Lord and Savior on August 21, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.A public visitation was held at Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell, on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Frankie Louis Wolf

Frankie Louis Wolf, 87, of Caldwell, Texas, experienced an unexpected health incident on Wednesday morning, August 21, 2024. Later that evening, he passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.A public visitation will be held on Thursday, August 29, 2024, from 5:007:00 p.m.

Jose Angel Ramon Sr.

Jose Angel Ramon Sr. 56, of Snook, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at his home.A public visitation was held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, from 6-7 p.m. in the chapel at Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home, followed by a Rosary at 7 p.m.

PATRICIA BUDNIK HOLCOMB

Patricia Holcomb, 74, of Caldwell, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.A public visitation was held in the chapel at Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell, on Monday, August 19, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. with a Rosary beginning at 7 p.m.A Funeral Mass was held in her honor at 9 a.m.

RICHARD “DICK” BOWERS JR.

Richard Allen Bowers Jr., 74, of Caldwell, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 11, 2024.A public visitation will be held from 9-10 a.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2024 A Celebration of Life will be held at 10 a.m.