Tributes
Recent obituaries in the Bryan and College Station, TX areas.
Clifford Castleman Reed Jr.
May 18, 2026
Clifford Castleman Reed Jr., lovingly known as “Cliff,” and to many as “Captain Reed,” passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, in College Station, Texas, at the age of 77. He was born on September 22, 1948, to Clifford Reed Sr. and Dorothy Reed.
Cliff was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, firefighter, teacher, mentor, and friend. He shared 25...
Isabel Rae Thomson
May 16, 2026
Isabel Rae Thomson, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on May 16, 2026, in College Station, Texas. Born on December 19, 1939, in Manila, Philippine Islands, Isabel’s life was marked by love, dedication, and a deep commitment to those she held dear.
Isabel was a retired banker whose professional life was characterized by diligence and...
Clarence Moragas Morris Jr.
May 16, 2026
Clarence Moragas Morris Jr., a man of immense strength, profound charm, and unyielding love for his family, passed away on May 16, 2026, in College Station, Texas, at the age of 49. Born in Casper, Wyoming, on August 19, 1976, Clarence lived a life defined by his resilience, his quick wit, and a heart of gold that touched everyone he...
Frank Ray Clark Sr.
May 16, 2026
Frank Clark was a good man with a loving heart. The son of Roy Quinn Clark and Lemma Gertrude Gibson Clark, he was born in Houston, TX, along with his twin brother, on December 25, 1938. He died on May 16, 2026 in Dallas, TX, surrounded by his family.
Frank is survived by his wife of 44 years, Barbara Patton Clark....
William Broussard
May 16, 2026
William "Bill" Frank Broussard , 76, of Killeen, Texas, passed away on May 16, 2026. He was born on July 29, 1949, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Roy and Evelyn Broussard. Bill was a 1967 graduate of Landry Memorial High School in Lake Charles, where he was a proud member of the 1965 State Championship football team. He went on...
James David Herwald
May 16, 2026
James David (JD) Herwald, 89, passed away on Saturday, May 16th, in Bryan, Texas. Visitation will be Friday, May 22nd, 2:00-3:00pm, at Callaway-Jones Funeral Home in Bryan. A private graveside ceremony will be later that same day.
James was born on June 18, 1936, in Otto, Texas. He was the son of the late Edward and Hattie Herwald. It was in...
Shane Jeffrey Hahne
May 16, 2026
Shane Jeffrey Hahne passed away on May 16, 2026, in Bryan, Texas. He was born on March 20, 1963, in Minot ND, to his parents, Robert and Carol Hahne. He was four years old when he and his family moved to Texas. He attended school in Seabrook, Texas and later Somerville, Texas where he graduated high school in 1981. After...
Gary McKinzie
May 15, 2026
Gary was born on August 23, 1949, in Brenham, Texas, and went to be with the Lord on May 15, 2026, in College Station, Texas, at the age of 76. Gary lived a life anchored by a deep Christian faith, an immense love for his family, and an enduring work ethic.
Gary was raised in a Christian home, and accepted Christ...
Eva Marie Reynolds
May 15, 2026
Eva Marie Reynolds passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026 at her Bryan residence at the age of 89.
James Craig Riggs
May 14, 2026
James Craig Riggs, a beloved brother, uncle, friend, and servant to his community, passed away at 5 Points Long Term Care in College Station, Texas, on May 14, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on March 22, 1943, in Bryan, Texas, James, affectionately known as Jim, lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a dedication to the people...
J. Ignacio Sanchez
May 10, 2026
J. Ignacio Sanchez, a beloved rancher, farmer, and devoted family man, passed away peacefully at his home in Bryan, Texas, on May 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 26, 1945, in Guanajuato, Mexico, Ignacio lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and a deep commitment to his loved ones.
Ignacio was known for his warm and...
Dane Eimann
May 9, 2026
Dane Garnet Eimann of Bryan, Texas passed away surrounded by his family on May 9th, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose hardworking spirit and quick wit left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
Dane was born on February 16, 1952 in Bryan, Texas. He graduated from A&M Consolidated High School in 1970 where...
Albert Lee Closs
May 8, 2026
Albert Lee Closs, a man whose life embodied the essence of artistic versatility and cultural appreciation, passed away on May 8, 2026, in College Station, Texas. Born on February 18, 1945, in Houston, Texas, Albert’s journey was one marked by a profound dedication to the arts and an enduring love for the diverse landscapes and cultures that shaped him.
A quintessential...
Dr. Heather Engleking-Simmons
May 6, 2026
Texas A&M Aggie, DVM Class of 2006
Director, Texas A&M Institute for Infectious Animal Diseases (IIAD)
Heather was born on December 16, 1980 in Fort Worth, TX. It is with profound sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Dr. Heather Simmons, a beloved wife, mother, dedicated veterinarian, and internationally respected leader in zoonotic disease prevention.
Heather was a proud Texas A&M Aggie...
Patricia Diane Nichols
May 5, 2026
Pat Nichols, of Bryan, Texas passed from this life and entered into eternal rest Tuesday, May 5, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. A visitation will be held from 5pm-7pm on Friday, May 8, 2026 at Callaway-Jones Funeral Funeral and Cremation Center, 3001 S. College Avenue, Bryan, Texas. Services are scheduled for 10:00 am, Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Trinity...
James Henry Leigh
May 4, 2026
James Henry Leigh died peacefully on May 4, 2026 at the age of 74 in the presence of family. Jim was born in Midland, Texas on February 6, 1952 to Ethel Eppright Leigh Davis and John Marshall Leigh. He was mostly raised in Manor, Texas but graduated from John H. Reagan High School in Austin, Texas in 1970. As a...
Bryan Francis Beery
May 3, 2026
Bryan Francis Beery, born on September 7, 1962, in Osage Hospital and raised in the close-knit community of Riceville, Iowa, passed away on May 3, 2026, in Bryan, Texas. Bryan’s life was marked by dedication, hard work, and a profound love for both his family and the natural world.
Bryan’s journey began in Riceville, where he graduated from Riceville High School...
Richard Michael Morris
Apr 28, 2026
Richard Michael Morris, a resident of Bryan, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on April 28, 2026, at the age of 69.
Michael was surrounded by love, with his devoted wife, Vickie, holding him close and his grandsons, Nathaniel and Wyatt, by his side.
If there was one word to describe Michael, it would be Warrior. He was truly a warrior in...
Betty Lou Martin
Apr 26, 2026
Betty Lou Martin went home to her Savior Jesus on April 26, 2026, at home where she was surrounded by her loving family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Virgil Litchford and Julie Galick Litchford.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Roger Martin, her daughter Stacey Haferkamp and husband Michael, her son Jason Martin and wife Terah....
Pamela McKay Jones
Apr 24, 2026
Pamela McKay Jones, 82, of College Station, Texas passed away on April 24, 2026. A full obituary may be posted at a later date.