Mary Elizabeth Willbern, age 61, of Victoria, Texas passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021 in Victoria, Texas. Mary was a loving sister and aunt. Mary was born in Kenedy, Texas to Arthur David Willbern and Lurline (Poenitzsch) Willbern on February 11, 1960. Mary moved to Victoria in 1964 and graduated from Stroman High School in 1978. After high school Mary worked for various auto parts companies in Victoria, Houston, and Sealy. The Farmers' Coop in Garwood was her last place of employment before moving back to Victoria. Mary never met a stranger and made friends easily. She had a quirky sense of humor and lived life to its fullest as long as she was able. In addition to her parents,...

Lester P. W. Bunge, Jr. June 4, 1945 - July 10, 2020 Les Bunge, Jr. of Garwood, Texas, age 75, passed away peacefully in Columbus, Texas on Friday, July 10, 2020. Les Bunge, Jr. was born the second child of Margaret and Lester P.W. Bunge, Sr. on June 4, 1945 in El Campo, Texas. He was raised in Garwood, Texas and remained in Colorado County his entire life. Les was a 5th generation Texan. As a young boy, Les graduated from St. Mary's Catholic School in 1959, and went on to graduate from Garwood High School in 1962. He was an avid athlete who loved to play football and was a member of the track team. He was also a member of the FFA, winning the Calf Scramble at the Houston Fat Stock...

Judge Gus James Strauss Jr., 76, died on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at his home in New Ulm, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents Gus and Mary Lee Strauss and his late wife Marie (Netzer) Strauss in 1987. He leaves behind his loving wife, Susie (Nelson) Strauss; his son, Matthew Strauss; his son, Gus "Jamie" Strauss III and wife Jordan; his sister, Mary Rose Grafe and husband Ervin; his brother, Olin Strauss and wife Erin; and his grandchildren, Luke, IV, and Palmer. He was born in Hallettsville, Texas to State Senator Gus Strauss and Mary Lee (Elstner) Strauss. He graduated from Sacred Heart Catholic High School in 1960 and went on to play football at the University of Texas under...

Jack W. Kohleffel, of Weimar, Texas passed away on March 30, 2020 at the age of 72. He was a retired Texas Game Warden in Jackson County, Texas. The family will have a private graveside service. A complete obituary can be found and online condolences can be given at www.hennekefuneralhome.com.

Jessye Elizabeth Stubblefield Hefner, age 74, of Garwood, passed away on February 23, 2020 in Sugarland, Texas. She was born to Roy Marberry and Annabel (Maroney) Stubblefield on August 20, 1945 in Alameda, California. She was married to Billy Hefner on May 16, 1968. Jessye enjoyed Christmas, friends and reading her bible. Her hobbies included cooking, antiquing and slot machines. Her favorite things were family and her dogs. Jessye had a passion for youth and served for many years as a Sunday school teacher as well as working with youth in a group called 'Christians on Broadway'. She loved helping others and was continually finding ways to do this, even from home. She was a...