Santiago “Jamie” Gonzales, 75, left us far too soon on January 21, 2024. Jamie was born on July 27, 1948, to Santiago and Guadalupe Gonzales.

Jimmy Don McCollum (J.D), 78, passed away on January 2, 2024, in the Brady Hospital after a yearlong battle with esophageal cancer. He is no longer suffering and in the safe arms of his Heavenly Father and Lord and Savior.

Willie Lee Tyler passed away peacefully on December 9, 2023, at the age of 90. Willie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother and she will be deeply missed by all.

Frank Allen Davis, age 90, of Kerrville, Texas, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. He was born September 15, 1933, in Menard, Texas to Alford J.

Edmund “Eddie” Davis Jones, Jr. of Stamford, TX passed away peacefully on Monday, November 6, 2023, in Abilene, TX. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10 am Saturday, November 11, 2023, at the First Baptist Church in Stamford, TX with Rev. Dan Stewart and Rev. Jesse Morton officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Tankersley Funeral Home.

Debbra Marie Campbell, born in Peterborough, England on April 27, 1964, to Valerie and David Polk, unexpectedly passed away at the age of 59 on November 2, 2023, leaving a void in the hearts of all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her father David Polk, fatherin- law Leslie S. Campbell, mother-in-law Janet Campbell Persyn, and step father-in-law Ernest Persyn. Debbra was an extraordinarily devoted and loving daughter and daughterin- law, selflessly ensuring that their every need was met with care and love. She was a woman who wore many hats in life and touched the lives of countless people. She was a fun-loving individual, full of life and spirited enthusiasm. Her hard work, reliability, kindness, and caring nature knew no bounds. Debbra was a devoted and loving wife to her husband, Jeffrey Campbell, who cherished her as the cornerstone of their family's happiness. Her dedication to Jeff as a wife was a testament to the depth of her love and commitment. She poured her heart and soul into ensuring their marriage was a true partnership of love and care. Her unwavering devotion and the profound love she held for him were evident to all who witnessed their bond. Debbra's legacy as a dedicated wife and the love she shared with Jeff will forever serve as an inspiration of enduring love and partnership. She will forever be his soul mate and life partner.

Helen Vernell Slaughter, 88, of Menard Texas, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at Heritage Funeral Home in Menard, with Mark Blau , Minister of the Harris Hollow Church, officiating.

Dorothy Louise Corbin Small Brand’s life did not come to an end on October 12, 2023, in Brady, Texas. She just changed addresses to her heavenly home which she was prepared to move into because of her faith in Jesus Christ. Dorothy Louise was born January 2, 1930, in Grapevine, Texas to the Chasteen family. She was the 10th arrival to Hayden and Jessie Chasteen. Their family grew to a total of 12 children, 8 girls and 4 boys. Most of her life was lived in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area with brief stays in Georgetown, Texas and Menard, Texas.

Raymond Jaramillo went home to be with our Lord and Savior on September 26, 2023. Raymond was born on Feb 19, 1951, to Francisco and Angelita Jaramillo.