Obituaries

Franklin Neubauer

Franklin Neubauer, 68, of Shiner, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026. He was born on November 18, 1957, in Wichita Falls, Texas to Alvin Heidrich and Geneva Allgood, and later adopted and raised by Willie and Ida Neubauer of Shiner.

Ronnie Jurica

Ronald “Ronnie” J. Jurica, 74, of Shiner, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, in the place he loved most, doing what he loved most - working cattle. Ronnie lived a life defined by hard work, patriotism, faith, and unwavering devotion to his family and country.

Patsy Reichardt

Patsy Ruth Reichardt, 83, of Shiner, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Patsy (Pat) was born on November 11, 1942, in Abernathy, Texas, to Virgil and Mary Wynn Lilley. She married Hal Ray Reichardt on December 19, 1981, in Lampasas.

Frankie "Butch" Raindl

Frankie Joseph “Butch” Raindl, 79, of Shiner, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026.He was born September 5, 1946 in Levelland, Texas to Frank and Esther Seidenberger Raindl.His working career spanned stints at Purina Mills, K.

Julia Zimmerman

Julia Mae Zimmerman, 92, of Shiner, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026.She was born July 4, 1933 in Lavaca County, to Adolf and Annie Holocher Wegener. She married Kenneth Zimmerman on April 14, 1949 and celebrated over 60 years of marriage.

Dorothy Kristynik

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Dorothy Kristynik on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Surrounded by her loving family, she entered into eternal rest.Dorothy was born on November 11, 1935, in Moravia.

Joan Herman

Joan Elaine (Petru) Herman, 78, of Shiner, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2026. She was born on November 10, 1947, in Shiner, to Adolph and Helen (Werner) Petru. Joan was raised in Shiner alongside her four brothers: William (Bill), Larry, Michael and Johnathan. She attended St.

Thomas Hajek

Thomas (Tommy) Michael Hajek, 84, was born on April 29, 1941, near Shiner, to Tom and Lillie (Ludmila) Hajek. He entered eternal rest with his Lord on April 8, 2026. Thomas grew up near Shiner on his family’s farms. He knew what hard work was from a young age.

Estella Hundl

Estella Ann (Velek) Hundl, 91, of Shiner, entered eternal rest on Monday, March 30, 2026. Her life was a testament to quiet strength, generosity, and unwavering devotion to others.Estella, the eldest of three children, was born February 24, 1935, in Shiner, to Jacob Jr. and Albina (Wentrcek) Velek.

Darline Jahn

Darline Jahn passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and unconditional acceptance that touched everyone who knew her.