CLEMENTS WILCOX FUNERAL HOME - Burnet

Madonna "Donna" Ruth Cunningham made the journey to her heavenly home on Friday, November 24, 2023, peacefully in her home surrounded by her family and the Spirit of the Lord. She had lived the last few years in Manor being cared for by her daughter, Lori, but had previously lived at Lake Buchanan for a little over 30 years. She had been under hospice care for the last several months with complications due to lung disease, and this past Wednesday when the Lord gave her the message that he was coming for her, peace and joy overtook her in anticipation of the journey home. Donna was an extremely loving and caring mother, grandmother, friend, and neighbor to all who knew her and will be...

Calvert Amidon, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Burnet on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. He born on August 1, 1937 and was 86 years old. Calvert is survived by his wife, Ruth Amidon and his brother Doyle Amidon. He was the beloved father of 4 children, 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ClementsWilcoxBurnet.com for the Amidon family.

Shirley Ann Crooks (Lindeman), 77, of Austin, Texas, passed away on November 7, 2023. She was born on July 20, 1946, in Fredericksburg, Texas, to the late Woodrow Lindeman and Helen Cervenka Lindeman of Bertram, Texas. Shirley was a graduate of Burnet High School, class of 1964. Shirley had an illustrious career at the Texas Education Agency, from 1965-1999, where she served as the Assistant to the Texas Commissioner and State Board of Education. Many of her lifelong friends were made at the TEA and she cherished her co-workers long after she left her position after 34 years. In her retirement, she enjoyed spending time with her family and had a loving relationship with Jim Weatherly. ...

Shirley Ann Crooks, born on July 20, 1946, age 77, of Austin, Texas passed away on November 7, 2023. A Celebration of Life Visitation will be on November 19, 2023 from 2-5 p.m. at Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home, Burnet, Texas.

Phyllis Ferguson, 85 of Burnet, Texas formally of Desloge, Missouri, passed away at her home in Burnet following a brief illness on November 5th, 2023. Phyllis was born February 3rd, 1938 in Bonne Terre, Missouri to the late V.A. and Dorothy (Richards) Sparks. Phyllis, also known as "Little Granny" to her family; loved gardening, feeding the birds and squirrels, but most of all, spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and her beloved puppy, Chloe. During her life, Phyllis was able to travel around the world to many exotic places and lived in Singapore for 5 years. She was a dental assistant during her younger years and then went on to work for Apple...

Lily Ann Berard, 83, died on Sunday October 29, 2023 with her husband at her side. Lily, a native Texan from Corpus Christi was a daughter, sister, aunt, spouse, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. At times, taking on the daunting roles of Den Mother and Girl Scout cookie chairwoman! She loved her family and God and was, over all a great lady! Lily worked as an RN until retirement at Citizens Medical Center in Victoria, TX. When she retired, she moved to Burnet, TX. During her retirement she worked many church functions at the First Lutheran church in Burnet where she was an active member. She also volunteered at La Care. Lily enjoyed water sports, music, laughter, board games,...

Lily Ann Berard, 83, died on Sunday October 29, 2023 with her husband at her side. Lily, a native Texan from Corpus Christi was a daughter, sister, aunt, spouse, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. At times, taking on the daunting roles of Den Mother and Girl Scout cookie chairwoman! She loved her family and God and was, overall a great lady! Lily worked as an RN until retirement at Citizens Medical Center in Victoria, TX. When she retired, she moved to Burnet, TX. During her retirement she worked many church functions at the First Lutheran church in Burnet where she was an active member. She also volunteered at La Care. Lily enjoyed water sports, music, laughter, board games, hand...

Vickie Jo Bible passed from this world and joined her Heavenly Father on October 8, 2023 at the age of 72. She was born March 3, 1951, in Burnet, Texas to Oran and Mattie Huggins. On September 11, 1972, she married her husband of 51 years, John Bible. Together they raised four children: Sarah, Scott, Davy and Jack. Vickie was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker. She was an avid collector of vintage dolls and antiquities. She had a passion for all things old-fashioned and charming. Throughout her life, she maintained an exceeding level of integrity, kindness and empathy. She was always willing to listen, and always placed the needs of others ahead of her own. The most vital element...

Novelean M. Plummer was born on October 22, 1926 to Effie and Clarence Mathews in Brownwood, Texas. She had two sisters, Irene and Margarette and a brother, Clarence Jr. They lived on the family farm between Bangs and Brownwood. She was married for a short time to Jack Carter and had a daughter Sandra Lee. She moved back to the family farm with her parents. She met and married James C. Plummer and they moved to Odessa in July 1955. In 1957, she had another daughter Jamie C. Plummer. After her daughter, Sandy and her family moved to Burnet in 2003 Novelene and Jay followed them to be closer to the family. After her husband Jay passed, Novelene eventually moved to Kingsland Care...

Karen Lewis Bean, age 61, of Burnet, Texas passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023, in the comfort of her own home. Karen, or, KG, as many knew her, was born and raised in Burnet, Texas by Kenneth (Red) and Lila A. Lewis. She spent her twenties in Bryan, College Station raising her babies and living life to the fullest before returning home to Burnet. Karen had a fiery spirit and a heart to help others. She refused to let anyone do without or go through hardship without a helping hand. Karen was a beautiful example of love, loyalty, and dependability. Karen is preceded in death by Father Kenneth (Red) Lewis, grandparents Mutt and Hazel Atkison and many loved aunts and uncles. Her...

Karen Lewis Bean, age 61, of Burnet, Texas passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023, in the comfort of her own home. Karen, or, KG, as many knew her, was born and raised in Burnet, Texas by Kenneth (Red) and Lila A. Lewis. She spent her twenties in Bryan, College Station raising her babies and living life to the fullest before returning home to Burnet. Karen had a fiery spirit and a heart to help others. She refused to let anyone do without or go through hardship without a helping hand. Karen was a beautiful example of love, loyalty, and dependability. Karen is preceded in death by Father Kenneth (Red) Lewis, grandparents Mutt and Hazel Atkison and many loved aunts and uncles. Her...

Jerry Lee Haunschild, age 67, of Blanco, TX, passed away on September 20, 2023 quietly at home after a five-year battle with Colon Cancer. He amazed his family and friends with his positive attitude. He was born on November 14, 1955, in Kingsville, TX, to Kenneth M. Haunschild and Catherine G. Haunschild. Jerry was a hardworking and fun-loving individual who had a zest for life. He was known for his social and adventurous nature, always seeking new experiences. Jerry had a passion for traveling and exploring new destinations. He had a friendly and loving personality, cherished by all who knew him. Jerry is predeceased by his parents. Jerry is survived by his wife of 46 years,...

Charles Anderson "Andy" Feild, age 75, passed away on September 19, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 23, 1948, in Lampasas to Marcus Anderson and Annie Laverne Standard Feild, Andy was deeply rooted in the Lake Victor community of Burnet County as the fifth generation on the family ranch, which was originally homesteaded in 1854. Andy's upbringing on the ranch, though challenging, instilled in him a deep love for the land and a unique perspective on life. He was affectionately known as "Little Andy" by his older siblings. His days were filled with horseback ranch work and farming the rocky Lake Victor soil. Even in his youth, Andy was active in both school and the...

We are sad to announce the passing of John M. Mullen of Burnet, TX. He died at age 75 on September 18, 2023. John passed away surrounded by his loved ones after a long illness. John is survived by his wife Lizz, and their children Jessica Mullen (and wife Kelly), Kerri Thompson (and husband Mark), Michael Mullen (and wife Liz) and Kelly Nicholson (and husband Andrew), as well as three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother Esther, his father Robert, and sisters Pat and Kathy. John was an intense character, who loved puns, racquetball, swimming, and his family. His presence filled any room he entered. He was likely to strike up conversations with strangers and bring a smile...

We are sad to announce the passing of John M. Mullen of Burnet, TX. He died at age 75 on September 18, 2023. John passed away surrounded by his loved ones after a long illness. John is survived by his wife Lizz, and their children Jessica Mullen (and wife Kelly), Kerri Thompson (and husband Mark), Michael Mullen (and wife Liz) and Kelly Nicholson (and husband Andrew), as well as three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother Esther, his father Robert, and sisters Pat and Kathy. John was an intense character, who loved puns, racquetball, swimming, and his family. His presence filled any room he entered. He was likely to strike up conversations with strangers and bring a smile...

Carroll Beth Reich Allbritton passed away on September 15, 2023, at her home on Lake Buchanan, Buchanan Dam, Texas, with her daughter, Dana, her son Guerin, and her sister, Tommye by her side. Carroll was born on October 3, 1937, at Burnet, Texas, to Owen Evins Reich and Clara Belle Martin Reich, at the home of her grandmother, Susie Martin. Carroll thought her grandmother, Susie "Ma" Martin might have been a midwife, as she gave birth to eleven children of her own. A graduate of Burnet High School in 1956, Carroll was an all-around student, by participating in basketball, cheerleading and being named Homecoming Queen. She graduated Shepperd Memorial Hospital Nursing School at Burnet,...

James Martin Collins accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior at 8 years of age during a revival at First Baptist Church in Ropesville, Texas. Because of that decision, when he breathed his last breath on earth at his home in Burnet on September 12, 2023, at the age of 85 he then entered fully into the presence of his Lord and Savior. Jim was born September 1, 1938, in Brownfield, Texas parents Myles and Montie (Flenniken) Collins. He married Wanda Epperson in Ropesville in 1956. There they lived until their move to Burnet in 1995. Jim was a cotton farmer from 1956 until 2021, a commodity trader from 1980 until 1987, and worked for the Texas Prison System from 1992-2004. While living in...

Austin attorney Joseph "Joe" Henry Rankin Colbert, born April 1,1935, in Columbia, Miss., passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 9, 2023, in Burnet, TX, at the age of 88. Joe graduated from Columbia High School before serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Joe was a proud Marine, made easy friends with other Marines he met along the way, and credits this experience in laying the foundations for his focus and determination in life. He also had a deep fondness for Germany, starting his family there in the late 1950s, returning to visit often over the years. Joe graduated from the University of Alabama in 1958, with a degree in Commerce and Business, then moved his family...

Austin attorney Joseph "Joe" Henry Rankin Colbert, born April 1,1935, in Columbia, Miss., passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 9, 2023, in Burnet, TX, at the age of 88. Joe graduated from Columbia High School before serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Joe was a proud Marine, made easy friends with other Marines he met along the way, and credits this experience in laying the foundations for his focus and determination in life. He also had a deep fondness for Germany, starting his family there in the late 1950s, returning to visit often over the years. Joe graduated from the University of Alabama in 1958, with a degree in Commerce and Business, then moved his family...

Paul Dean Shell passed away on August 24, 2023 in Burnet. Paul was born to Avis Burch Shell and Joe Travis Shell on March 17, 1936 at Mahomet in Burnet County. Paul was a happy optimist who truly loved and enjoyed life. Setbacks did not distress him-he accepted them with his usual calm attitude. He was a man of many talents and always said that his work and his play were the same thing. Shortly after graduating from Burnet High School, Paul enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in June of 1954. He retired January 1, 1975. He served in several foreign countries, including the Korean and Viet Nam Wars. Other than Basic Training and Technical School in San Antonio in 1954, his stateside...

In loving memory of Quinten McDaniel who passed away peacefully at his home in Buchanan Dam on August 23, 2023. He was born on March 7, 1956 on his Father's birthday. Dad got a 10 lb. baby boy for his birthday that year. Quinten is survived by his wife, Mary McDaniel, and her children and grandchildren; sister Lynnell Nummy and her children and grandchildren; stepson Joshua Salinas; brother Curtis McDaniel and his daughter, as well as aunts, uncles, and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, W.O. (Bo) and Patty McDaniel. Quinten enjoyed spending time with Mary, the love of his life. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his friends and family, and he was a...