Tributes

Recent obituaries in the Bryan and College Station, TX areas.

John Russell Gardner

John Russell Gardner

Oct 11, 2021

John Russell Gardner, 64, formerly of College Station, passed away Monday,

October 11, 2021, in Madisonville, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Terese (McDonald) Gardner, and is survived by his sister and brother-in law, Paula and Leland Anderson of College Station.

The family wish to thank Madisonville Care Center and Bristol Hospice for their wonderful...

Shirley A. Morgan

Shirley A. Morgan

Oct 11, 2021

Shirley Agnes (Suko) Morgan passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021 in Bryan, at the age of 74 years.  Visitation will be from 5-7pm, October 15, 2021, at Callaway Jones Funeral Center in Bryan.  A Home Going Service will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Bryan City Cemetery where interment will follow. Shirley was born in...

John Wayne Olexey

John Wayne Olexey

Oct 10, 2021

John Wayne Olexey, passed away on October 10, 2021 at the age of 76 years, in Bryan, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents Martin and Lottie Mae Olexey , his sister Carolyn, his brothers Richard and Michael Olexey and James Fridel.

He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Judy Langdon Olexey of Bryan.  Sisters,...

John "Jay" Collins Holloway

John "Jay" Collins Holloway

Oct 9, 2021

John (“Jay”) Collins Holloway II, 57, from Bryan, TX, died unexpectedly October 9, 2021, at Houston Methodist Hospital of Clear Lake, Nassau Bay TX. John was born December 26, 1963, in Bloomington, Illinois, whom was the son of Paul David Holloway from Indianapolis, Indiana (both parents predeceased) and Sadie (Murphy) Kathleen Holloway from Savannah, Georgia. In addition, his Grandparents (both...

Tommy Mcgary

Tommy Mcgary

Oct 6, 2021

Tommy Ray McGary of Bryan, Texas went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 after a brief stay in the hospital with COVID.

Tommy was born on April 5, 1941 in Raymondville, Texas.  He was the son of Ollie and Maggie McGary.  He was raised and attended school in Lyford, Texas.

Tommy is survived by his...

Chantal Vessali

Chantal Vessali

Oct 5, 2021

Chantal Vessali, 78, of College Station, passed away on Tuesday October 5, 2021 at CHI St. Joseph’s Hospital in Bryan, Texas.  A Celebration of Life will be held at The Stella Hotel – Celeste Ballroom Saturday October 30th at 2:30 p.m. followed by Visitation at 3:30 p.m.

Chantal was born on March 23, 1943 in Annecy, France to Gustave and...

Thomas Castillo Sr.

Thomas Castillo Sr.

Oct 5, 2021

Thomas James Castillo Sr., 42, of Bryan, Texas passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in College Station.  Visitation will be

5 to 7 pm, Wednesday October 13, 2021, at Callaway Jones Funeral Center in Bryan, at 6pm.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am, Thursday, October 14, 2021, at St....

Bobby Jean Mcdonald

Bobby Jean Mcdonald

Oct 4, 2021

Bobby McDonald, 79, of Bryan, passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021 in Bryan. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm with the rosary recited at 7pm, Thursday, October 15, 2021 at the funeral center. Funeral Mass will be at 11 am, Friday, October 16, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery in...

Virgil Eugene Cole

Virgil Eugene Cole

Oct 3, 2021

Virgil “Gene” Cole passed away peacefully at the Hospice of Brazos Valley in College Station Texas, following a brief illness unrelated to COVID. As a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, his inurnment will occur at the Houston National Cemetery. A private ceremony with family and friends will be held on site. Arrangements are being made by Callaway-Jones Funeral Home of Bryan,...

Barry Wayne Hardy

Barry Wayne Hardy

Oct 3, 2021

On October 3rd, 2021 in College Station, Texas, Barry Hardy joined his mother and father Perry and Elizabeth Hardy in Heaven. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Isbell-Hardy of College Station, his daughters; Melissa Polasek of College Station and her spouse Danny, Jennifer Boyd and spouse Nik, of College Station. Grandchildren, Brylee Morgan, Jeremy Brackman, Jolie and Jensen Boyd....

Tanya Rachelle Mullins

Tanya Rachelle Mullins

Oct 1, 2021

Tanya Rachelle Mullins, 51 of Bryan, Texas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on October 1,2021. A memorial service will be hosted at Callaway-Jones Funeral home in Bryan, Texas on Saturday, October 9, 2021, beginning with visitation at 2p.m. and her memorial services at 3p.m.

Tanya was born September 25,1970 in Odessa, Texas and was the daughter of Carl...

Peter "Pete M" Martin Narro

Peter "Pete M" Martin Narro

Oct 1, 2021

Pete Narro, 65, of Bryan, passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021 in Bryan. Visitation will begin at 5pm with the rosary at 6 pm, Tuesday, October 5 at the funeral home. Funeral Service will begin at 10am, Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Services are in the care of Callaway-Jones...

Hubert Bailey, Sr.

Hubert Bailey, Sr.

Oct 1, 2021

Hubert Bailey, Sr,85, of Bryan passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021. His family will receive guests durning visiting hours from 12 noon to 2pm, Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Callaway-Jones Funeral Center, 3001 South College Avenue, Bryan, Texas 77801.

A full obituary is soon to follow.

Donna Denise Hodge

Donna Denise Hodge

Sep 30, 2021

Four days after my husband’s death, Archbishop Glouster, it is difficult as a mother to announce my daughter’s passing, Donna Denise Hodge, 44, of Humble, formerly of Bryan, Texas. She was received into the loving arms of our Creator God, and Father on Thursday, September 30, 2021, in Humble. Visitation will be from 10:00 am to the start of her...

Charles Pinnell

Charles Pinnell

Sep 27, 2021

Dr. Charles Pinnell passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 27th, 2021 at the age of 92. Funeral services will be held at A & M Methodist Church, 417 University Drive, College Station, Tx at 2pm Tuesday, October 5th, 2021, with graveside service following. Due to Covid conditions, the family requests that guests wear a mask and observe social...

Clayton Lane Alexander

Clayton Lane Alexander

Sep 27, 2021

Clayton Lane Alexander arrived in this world May 8, 1989 and went to be with Jesus Christ our Lord and savior September 27, 2021. He was a kind, loving and helpful young man. He treasured his family and friends always. If you were loved by him, he was sure to let you know.

Clayton was predeceased in death by his...

Connie Jean Lambert Brewer

Connie Jean Lambert Brewer

Sep 26, 2021

Connie Jean Brewer, age 63, of College Station, Tx, passed away Sunday, September 26, 2021. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 pm, Friday, October 8, 2021 with her Life Tribute Celebration at 10 am, Saturday, October 9, 2021 at the funeral center. Cremation Services are in the care of Callaway-Jones Funeral and Cremation Centers, Bryan-College Station.

Connie was born...