Mr. Cork

Jasper David Cork, age 83, went to his eternal resting place on July 27, 2025, at his home in Lexington (Forest Grove Community). He was born on July 15, 1942, in Starkville, Mississippi, to Eunice and J.D. Cork and lived there for most of his younger years.

McClain

Bradley Ray McClain, 43, of Rockdale passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025. Bo r n on Feb. 18, 1982, Bradley brought warmth, strength and kindness to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Bradley is survived by parents Kenneth B. and Leslie McClain; and brother Daniel McClain.

Offield

Douglas Geraldine (Gerry) Offield, 94, of Rockdale, passed away peacefully on July 14 , 2025 , surrounded by her loving family. Bornin Rockdale on May 7, 1931, to Lida and A.A. Tuma, Gerr y lived a life fi lled with kindness, dedication, and a passion for community.

Lester Gene Brooks

Lester Gene Brooks, 90, of Lake Whitney passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, at Ascension Prov idence Hospital in Waco. Bo r n o n March 16, 1935, in Rockd ale, Les ter was the beloved son of Wallace and Emma-Gene Brooks.

Martha “Molly” Marquez

Martha “Molly” Marquez, 77, formerly of Rockdale, was born Dec. 7, 1947, and on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, Martha left this earth for her forever home in heaven. Visitation for Mrs. Marquez was held from 5 to 7 p.m.

Andrea Louise Holmes

Andrea Louise Holmes, 55, of Rockdale died Saturday, July 5, 2025, at her home. Mrs. Holmes , a homemaker, was born March 22, 1970, in Fresno, California, to Norma Mills. She married Micheal Sean Holmes on May 21, 2003. She was preceded in death by her brother, David Mills, and mother, Norma Mills.

Dorothy Ann Valigura

Dorothy Ann Valigura, 91, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025.  Graveside service were held Monday, June 30, at College Station Cemetery. Dorothy was born Sept. 9, 1933. Arrangements by Memorial Funeral Chapel in College Station.

Spence

Mr. Spence Rodney Clarence Spence, 92, was born Nov. 10, 1932, in the Forest Grove c ommu n i ty, south of Rockdale, to Henr y a nd Carr ie Kyle Spence. He passed from this life on June 20, 2025, at his home su r rounded by his loving wife Lu of almost 70 years, his children and their families.