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Obituaries

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. Barnhart, John also resided in Adelaide and Alice Springs, Australia, where he came to know the famous Albert Namatjira family of Indigenous...

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.

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.

C.L. Wade

C.L. Wade, a man of unwavering faith, remarkable intellect, and deep devotion to family and community, passed away, peacefully, Sunday, June 1, 2025.Born on July 27, 1929, in the very home where he would spend much of his life, C.L. was the eldest child of Claudie Lee and Linnie Bell Wade.