Obituaries

Ronnie Adamek

Ronald James Adamek, of Yoakum, was born on November 30, 1959, to Gilbert and Agnes (Jemelka) Adamek.

Andrew Schacherl

Andrew Schacherl, 79, of Shiner went to be with his heavenly Father on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The family will receive friends from 5 pm to 6 pm on Friday, November 21 in Shiner Funeral Home. A rosary will be recited at 6 pm Friday, November 21 at Shiner Funeral Home.

Jewell Smith

Jewell Smith, 68, of Shiner, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Edmund R. Vahalik III

Edmund Rafael Vahalik III, of Yoakum, passed away Thursday, October 30, 2025 at the age of 76. He was born April 17, 1949 in Yoakum, to the late Edmund R. Vahalik Jr. and Magdaline (Hermes) Vahalik.Edmund was a veteran having served in the U.S. Air Force in Vietnam.

James D. Sofka

James Dennis Sofka, 76 of Shiner, went to his Lord and Savior, Friday, October 31, 2025.James was born October 25, 1949, in Shiner to Clement J. and Christie Pauline Stock Sofka. He was a member of Sts.

Herbert Adkins

Herbert Wayne “Herbie” Adkins, 85, of Richmond passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, in Katy.Herbie was born on November16, 1939 in Morrow, Louisiana, to Dorothea (Deshotel) and John Mitchell Adkins.Herbie acquired a love of football at Nederland High School under the...

Josefa “Josie” Bacongan Boehm

Josefa “Josie” Bacongan Boehm, 82, of Shiner, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Josie was born to Donato and Dominga (Estrolla) Bacongan and was one of a large and loving family.

Matthew Fischer

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Matthew Fischer, beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend.

Bruce S. Card Jr.

YOAKUM: It is with great sorrow that the family of Bruce S. Card, Jr. announces his passing on October 19, 2025, at the age of 92.

Charity Kneifel

We are extremely heartbroken to announce the passing of Charity Jo Ann Kneifel (March 22, 1961 - September 1, 2025). She was a beacon of love, kindness and strength in our lives and will be profoundly missed.