Obituaries
Karen Rae Sutton
Jul 9, 2026
Karen Rae Sutton (Goode) left this world on July 9, 2026, at the age of 72. To those who knew and loved her, she was simply Goode. She passed away surrounded by. friends, loved ones, her family of choice, and her devoted wife of 27 years, Donna "Blaze" Johnson. Born on July 7, 1954, in Reno, Nevada, and raised in...
Jacqueline Shaw
Jul 24, 2026
Jacqueline May Shaw (Wise) of Rockport, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026, at the age of 86. She was born on February 7, 1940, in Refugio, Texas, and held the distinction of being the first baby born at the newly opened Refugio County Hospital.
A proud fifth-generation Texan, Jackie lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service to...
Ezra Boyd Meyer Jr
Jul 17, 2026
Ezra B. Meyer, Jr., affectionately known to family and friends as “Bugs” or simply “Jr.,” went home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 17, 2026.
Born on October 13, 1956, to Anna Dison and Ezra B. Meyer, Sr.; Jr. lived a life marked by service, hard work, laughter, and an unwavering love for family. He never...
Ban Pham
Jul 25, 2026
Mr. Ban Pham, 91, of Rockport, Texas passed away on July 25, 2026. Mr. Pham was born in Vietnam on October 26, 1934 to Chien Pham and Ngoi Thi Pham.
He lived half of his life in Vietnam and the other half here in the U.S., he wed
Duyet Pham in 1955 in Ha Noi Vietnam and they where married 65 years...
David Sparks
Jul 25, 2026
David Waldan Sparks was born on July 25, 1974 in Fort Belvoir, VA. He passed away early Saturday, July 25, 2026 of natural causes at his home in Rockport, TX.
David is survived by his Sister, Sidra Myers, an Aunt, Mary Hill, nieces, Avalon Myers and Ashley Sparks, nephews, Shawn Sparks, Darien Myers, Shane Sparks and a sister in law Erica...
Carita Gould
Jul 24, 2026
Carita Kee Gould was born on July 11, 1932, in Hennessey, Oklahoma, delivered by her grandfather, Dr. Ambrose Dixon, on her grandparents’ dining room table. Her proud parents were Robert “Bob” Kee and Louise Dixon Kee Raley.
As a child, Carita lived with her family in Oklahoma, Kansas, and California. She met her husband, James “Jim” Gould, at Oklahoma A&M University,...
Edith Beverly Chamberlin
Jul 21, 2026
Edith Beverly "Eydie" (Keener) Chamberlin passed away on July 21, 2026. She was born on October 2, 1944, in Rochester, New York.
Edith married William H. "Bill" Chamberlin on July 5, 1964, and shared 61 years. Throughout the years, she enjoyed nature, arts and crafts, showing off her creative side, working in the garden and yard, and board games. One of...
Dee "Nadine" Faye Schooley
Jul 18, 2026
Dee “Nadine Faye Bolinger” Schooley, 74, of Rockport, Texas, passed away on July 18, 2026.
Born February 8, 1952, in Sheridan, Wyoming, Dee was a devoted wife, mother, and cherished member of the Rockport community. She and her husband William Schooley Sr. built a life together on their property in the Coastal Bend.
Dee will be remembered for her deep love of...
Jose "Joe" Miranda Arjona
Jul 18, 2026
Jose Miranda Arjona Sr (Joe) July 22, 1943 - July 18, 2026
Joe was born in Refugio Texas to Felix Arjona and Guadalupe Miranda Arjona. Joe was raised and lived in Refugio until he met his love of 42 years, Janie Hernandez and they settled in Rockport, TX. Together Joe and Janie had 5 children, twins, Dora and Dorothy (Jesse Romero),...
John "Captain John" Joseph Turany Jr.
Jul 18, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John Turany “Captain John”, who passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026, at the age of 78.
Born on May 11, 1948, in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. John lived his life defined by service, kindness, and an unwavering love for his family and community.
John proudly served his country in the United...
Alvin Charles Messmer, Jr.
Jul 17, 2026
Alvin Charles Messmer Jr., 86, of Aransas Pass, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2026. He was born on June 12, 1940, in Harlingen, Texas, to Alvin Charles Messmer, Sr. and Gertrude Elizabeth Wentz.
Alvin retired from IGA in Port Aransas as a Meat Cutter; he then worked at Stripes convenience stores in Port Aransas, Ingleside, and Rockport for...
Janey Catheryn Mutchler
Jul 16, 2026
Janey Catheryn Mutchler, known lovingly to many as Janey and affectionately called “Oma” by those closest to her, passed from this life on July 16, 2026, after a journey marked by courage, strength, and selfless devotion. She was born on July 28, 1949, in Corpus Christi, Texas to John Thomas White and Mazelle (Cunningham) Ivey. From the beginning she carried...
Christopher “Kit” Adams
Jul 14, 2026
Kit Adams was born on October 28, 1965, in Lubbock, Texas. He grew up in Portland, Texas and graduated from Portland High School in 1984.
Kit was a magnificent chef and enjoyed barbecuing with friends and family. He also loved to hunt and fish. Kit would help anyone, often going out of his way to assist others in need. Kit could...
Taeko Domaschk
Jul 10, 2026
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Taeko Domaschk, who left this world peacefully on July 10, 2026, at the age of 85. Born in Taiwan and raised in Okinawa, Japan, Taeko embodied a spirit of joy and adventure that touched everyone who knew her.
Taeko was a loving mother to her daughters, Keiko Clark, Yukari (Sam)...
Maria D. Garza
Jul 7, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Maria D. Garza, who passed away on July 7, 2026, at the age of 85, Maria was a longtime resident of Aransas Pass and was deeply loved by her family and friends.
She is survived by her loving children, Hector Garza, Griselda Small, and William Palafox. She was a proud and devoted grandmother...
Austin Xavier Rutland
Jul 4, 2026
Austin Xavier Rutland, age 36 passed away in his home in Rockport Texas July 4th 2026. He was born February 22, 1990, in Corpus Christi Texas to Leticia Rutland and Anthony Rutland.
He was a graduate of Mathis High School in 2009 in his hometown of Mathis Texas. Austin was an extreme oddball who always did things his way until the...
James Hernandez
Jul 3, 2026
James Hernandez (Babe), passed away on July 3, 2026. He was 62 years old. He was born on November 23, 1963 in Aransas Pass, Texas. His parents are George Kanard and Rosa Hernandez.
He was born and raised in Aransas Pass, Texas where he meet his loving wife of 39 years, Maria Sanchez Hernandez. He worked for the City of Port...
David Michael "Mike" Kuertz Sr.
Jun 28, 2026
David Michael "Mike" Kuertz, Sr. passed away on June 28, 2026. He was 79 years old. He was born on January 11, 1947 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana to Charles H. Kuertz, Sr., and Ruth Gall Kuertz. He married the love of his life, Susan Rebecca Ray in Norfolk, VA. on June 13, 1981. They were married for 45 years.
Mike moved...
Starla Poncik
Jun 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Starla Ann Poncik, who left this world on June 28, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on November 8, 1964, Starla grew up in Rockport, Texas, where she graduated from Rockport Fulton High School. She spent her life dedicated to her family, always radiating love...
Joseph Carlton Smith, Jr.
Jun 27, 2026
Joseph C. Smith Jr.
June 30, 1943 – June 27, 2026
It is with profound sadness, but also deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, that we announce the passing of Joseph C. Smith Jr., lovingly known to many as “Smitty,” who passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026, at the age of 82.
Joe was born on June 30, 1943, in Alvin,...
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