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Obituaries

Ella Marie Byrd

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ella Marie Byrd. She is survived by her son, Quincy Lee Byrd, Jr and wife, Gwen Byrd and her son, Henry Donald Byrd and Diana Rhinehart. She joins her husband and youngest son, Bobby Clay Byrd, in eternal rest.

Lt. Col. Henry J Steinke

Lt. Col. Henry J Steinke, loving father and grandfather, passed away peacefully in Denver, Colorado, on July 24, 2023.   Henry was born January 3, 1934, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Henry and Anna Steinke. He spent his childhood north of Milwaukee in Port Washington, Wisconsin.

Carolyn “Sally” Kelley

Carolyn “Sally” Kelley, 80, of Round Rock, Texas, passed away on July 23, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Sally was born on November 12, 1942, to Jesse D. and Ruby L. (Holliman) Ellis in Rockdale, Texas.  Sally was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.

Michael Patrick Cuff

Michael Patrick Cuff, age 80, passed peacefully surrounded by his family on August 3, 2023. Michael was born in LaPorte, Indiana, and grew up in Irving, Texas. He worked for Airborn for 58 years and continued consulting for the company after retiring in October 2022.

Mary “Polly” Pauline Gibbs

Mary Pauline Gibbs (Polly), age 84, of Jarrell, Texas, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023. Polly was born December 2, 1938, in Houston, Texas, to Ernest and Esther Palm. A visitation for Polly will be held Friday, August 11, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Gearl Dee Koonce

Gearl Dee Koonce died peacefully at his home on July 20, 2023, with family by his side. He lived in the Sun City community of Georgetown, Texas, and was 89 years of age. He was born on November 17, 1933, in Stanton, Texas, to M.L. “Red” and Reva Koonce.

Florence Pledger Schubert

Flo Schubert, 81 years old, passed away on July 26, 2023, from complications regarding pulmonary fibrosis. Her life has been blessed by her husband of 21 years, Bruce Lessem who has always been by her side.

Jeanne Shinkle McCormick

Jeanne Shinkle McCormick, surrounded by her family, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023, at her home in Georgetown, Texas, after a prolonged illness. Jeanne was born in Huntington, West Virginia, on July 22, 1936, to Helen (Aldridge) and Jack Shinkle.

Antonia Rodriguez Solis

Antonia Rodriguez Solis was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt during her incredible 87 years of life. She passed away during the early hours of Monday, July 24, 2023. Antonia was born in Georgetown Texas on June 21 1936 to parents Juana Ramirez and Carlos Rodriguez.

Margaret Juanita Olson

Margaret Juanita Olson passed away on July 25, 2023. She was born on December 10, 1932, to Herman Moore and Juanita Lamb Moore of Cedar Park –Leander, Texas. On December 17, 1949, Margaret married Marvin David Olson. They were married for 56 years.