Obituaries must be approved to run by 3 p.m. Monday for the Wednesday edition, or 3 p.m. Wednesday for the Sunday edition. Email to obit@wilcosun.comObituaries are $72 and include a close up photo, and up to 250 words. Extra words, or photos can be added for an additional fee.

Obituaries

Maria Esperanza Cortinas

Maria Esperanza CortinasFebruary 28, 1941 - June 26, 2025It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Maria Esperanza Cortinas, 84, on June 26, 2025, at St. David’s Hospital in Georgetown, Texas.  Maria was a woman of faith and love and cherished by all who knew her.

John Michael Barnhart

John Michael Barnhart of Leander died on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Cedar Park, Texas.Born in Garland, Texas, on July 27, 1967, to Barney J. and Mary L.

George Wesley “Wes” West

George Wesley “Wes” West, aged 54, passed away in his home in College Station on June 10, 2025. Wes was a devoted father and educator.Wes was born on December 14, 1970, to George William West and Joyce Arnett West in Austin, Texas.

John D. Cassis

John D. Cassis, 87, of Georgetown, Texas, passed away at Ascension Seton Hospital on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.John was a longtime business owner and area horse trainer.  Previously, he had worked as a precision welder, a fireman, and as a sales rep for a major motorcycle company.

Karen Louise Stewart

Karen Louise Stewart, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on June 11, 2025, in San Marcos, Texas, at the age of 69. Born on December 29, 1955, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Karen lived a life marked by strength, love, and a giving, thoughtful spirit.

Linda Jean Calvin

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Linda Jean Calvin, 84, on June 14, 2025. Born May 7th, 1941, in Houston, Texas, she was the only child of James Weldon and Thelma Lucille (Faubion) Shows.

Esther Louise Duga Harper

Esther Louise Duga Harper was born in Wheeling, West Virginia, on July 22, 1923, to Samuel Duga and Nelle (Skaggs) Duga. She passed away in Georgetown, Texas, on June 5, 2025.

Justin Charles Lichtler

In Loving Memory of Justin Charles LichtlerSeptember 19, 1974 – March 8, 2025Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance of Justin Charles Lichtler on Monday, June 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. This reception will be a time to share stories, memories, and reflections on a life well lived.

Cecelia Yeatman Petty

Cecelia Yeatman Petty, age 92, passed away on May 30, 2025 in Pflugerville, Texas under the care of Tranquility Hospice. She was born in Takoma, Maryland on August 19, 1932 and spent her early years in Washington, DC before moving to Silver Spring, Maryland.

Charles Keith “Chuck” Wehling

Charles Keith “Chuck” Wehling, 80, husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025 in Round Rock, Texas, near his home in  Georgetown, Texas.