Beard

Mr. Beard A celebration of Brian Beard’s life will be held Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at 1 p.m. at the Kay Theater in Rockdale, followed by a meal and a toast with family and friends nex t door at the East Bell Taphouse. Brian Beard, 51, died suddenly on Jan.

Mr. Dunn

Dunn Danny Dunn passed peacefully on Jan. 10, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family who loved him dearly. The youngest of six children, Danny was born at h ome o n a farm in Fannin County on Oct. 22, 1943, to Henry and Iva Dunn.

Jordan

A celebration of life for William “Bill” Arthur Jordan will be held on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at Phillips & Luckey Mr. Jordan Funeral Home in Rockdale, wi th visitat ion at 10 a.m. and services to follow at 11. Bill, age 76, passed away on Jan. 12, 2026, in Austin.

E. David Henry

MARBLE FALLS—E. David Henry was born on Nov. 28, 1946, in Temple to E.E. “Buck” and Lillie Henry. He was baptized and confirmed at Peace Lutheran Church in Rockdale.

Carolyn Ann Reynolds Willard Larance

Carolyn Ann Reynolds Willard Larance, 79, peacefully passed from this earth into the gates of heaven on Jan. 6, 2026, at her home in Texas. She was born Oct. 15, 1946, to Robert Reynolds and Mel is sa Pike Reynolds.

Clark

Kathy “Kit” Clark, 69, passed away peacefully on Dec. 25, 2025. Kit was born on Aug. 12, 1956, i n Aus t in. Her life was de f i ne d by her unwavering devotion to her family and the deep love she carried for those closest to her.

Lawrence

Lawrence Rette Evone Lawrence (Moore), 92, passed away peacefully on Dec. 10, 2025, in Leander. Bo r n o n Aug. 19, 1933, in Thorndale, Ret te lived a long and meaningful life rooted in faith, family and love. Rette was a devoted Christian who cherished her Bible and the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Pimpler

Mr. Pimpler Carroll Lee Pimpler, 87, passed away peacefully early on Dec. 25, 2025, in Round Rock, surrounded by his three children and his eldest grandson. He was born March 14, 1938, in Yarrelton, the son of Erwin and Emelia Pimpler. He was raised in Sharp and Rockdale.

Lerma

Mrs. Lerma Adelia Lerma passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025. Adelia, affectionately known as Aunt D e e , was born on July 10, 1945. She was one of 12 children born to Feliciano and Manuela Zapata in Rockdale. Dee was married to Edward Lerma Jr.

Mark Gregory “Pops” Langwell

Mark Gregory “Pops” Langwell, 71, passed away on Dec. 19, 2025, in Rockdale. Born on Dec. 17, 1954, in San Antonio, Mark l i ved a l i fe defined by service, passion, and unwavering love for his family and community.