Died at age 55.

Elizabeth "Betsy" Hunt Armistead-Downes passed away in Dallas, Texas on March 25, 2012, after a brief battle with cancer. Betsy was born on November 7, 1956 in Ft. Worth , Texas to Lt. Col. Eldridge "Dink" Armistead, Jr. and Elizabeth Wyche Armistead. She spent her youth living in Fairford, England; Shreveport, Louisiana; San Diego, California; and Austin, Texas. Betsy graduated from Reagan High School in Austin, attended Stephen F. Austin State University, and graduated from the University of Texas at Austin. She lived and worked in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area since the mid-1980's. Survivors include her brother, Robert Armistead and wife Julie, Round Rock, Texas, brother Jim Armistead and wife Bridget, Kansas City, Missouri, nephews William Armistead, Dallas, Anthony Armistead, Round Rock, and Graham Armistead, Kansas City, cousins Tommy Wyche, Westminster, Colorado and Hunt Armistead, Austin. A private ceremony honoring her life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be sent to VITAS Hospice-Dallas, 8585 N. Stemmons, Suite 770, South Tower, Dallas, Texas 75247; the East Lake Pet Orphanage, 10101 E. Northwest Hwy, Dallas, Texas 75238; or the American Cancer Society.

Published in Austin American-Statesman on April 15, 2012

Died at age 54.

Death Notice
CARROLL, David W., 54, radiator shop supervisor, of Austin died Saturday. Visitation 6 p.m. Wednesday, Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Lamar location. Services 2 p.m. Thursday, Cook-Walden. Burial Austin Memorial Park.

Published in Austin American-Statesman on October 12, 2010

David W. Carroll passed away after a long battle with Huntington's disease on the 9th of October 2010 at Congress Care and Rehab, Austin, TX. He was born on the 17th of May 1956 to Charlie Carroll Jr. and Lorine Kaiser Carroll Smart. He attended Reagan High School and after finishing, worked with his step-father at Austin Radiator Works until his illness in 1992. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Martins Lutheran Church. He is preceded in death by his father, Charlie Carroll; sister, Charlene Carroll of Austin; his grandparents, Walter and Valasta Kaiser of Caldwell, Charlie Sr. and Annie Carroll of Austin. He is survived by his sons, Adrian Carroll of Bozeman, MT and Aaron Carroll of Austin; his mother, Lorine Kaiser Carroll Smart; step-father, Armand Smart of Austin; aunts, Dolores Smart of Houston, Nellie Carroll of Austin; Kenneth Kaiser Nordheim, TX; Martha Carroll-Talley of Nye, MT; niece and nephew, Cyndi Morrison and David W. Bennett; his dear friends Peggy Maceo, Nelda Muesse, Sally Harty, Pat Carroll, and many family members and friends. Special thanks to the Hospice Center of Austin. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made in David's name to Huntington's Disease of Austin Association, 2601 Ellise, Austin TX 78757 or St. Martins Lutheran Church, 606 West 15th, Austin TX 78701. Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from six o'clock in the evening until eight o'clock in the evening on Wednesday the 13th of October 2010 at Cook-Walden Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at two o'clock on Thursday the 14th of October 2010 at Cook- Walden Funeral Home, Interment will follow at Austin Memorial Park. Condolences may be left at www.cookwaldenfuneralhome.com

Published in Austin American-Statesman on October 13, 2010

Burial: Austin Memorial Park Cemetery, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Record added: Aug 31, 2010
Find A Grave Memorial# 57955537

Died at age 62.

Memorial services for John Max Clark, Jr. of Lexington are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home in Rockdale.

John was born in San Bernardino, California on February 12, 1955 to Janet Marie (Rodifer) and John Max Clark, Sr. In 1966, he moved to Austin and then moved to Lexington where he lived the past three years. He and Shannon Simmons were married. He loved to hunt, never met a stranger, was loved by the neighborhood kids and loved the outdoors. John passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017 in the Providence Hospital in Waco at the age of 62. He was preceded in death by his father; a brother, Jim Clark and nephew, Dwaine Mason. Surviving are his wife, Shannon Clark of Lexington; his mother, Janet Marie Clark of Austin; son, John Michael Clark of Austin; daughter, Paige Ashley Clark of Austin; sister, Jill Hood and husband Harold of Waldport, Oregon; grandson, Greg Strelsky, Jr. and wife Alaina of Rockdale; great-grandson, Greg Strelsky, III and a niece, Amy Hood of Willoughby Island, Washington.

Died at age 46.

Burial: Cook-Walden Memorial Hill Cemetery, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Plot: Garden of the Good Shepard
Record added: Sep 15, 2010
Find A Grave Memorial# 58700284

Died at age 45.

Susan Marie Connolly Schnell Sanders died in her sleep Sunday, December 23, 2001. She was born in Austin, Texas on September 18, 1956. She was the oldest daughter of Judy and Willard Connolly of Onion Creek, Texas. From a young age, Susan lived a life to its fullest, being fortunate to have traveled and experienced different countries and cultures with her parents and sister. She graduated from John H. Reagan High in 1974 and attended college at St. Edward's university, and The University of Texas at Austin. From the United States to Europe, she absorbed life and the people that she met, befriended and included in her life. Susan was a giving, caring and trusting person. She could run comfortably and converse in circles which ranged from golfing legends to movie stars, to corporate leaders, and at the same time, make the homeless, the hapless, and the friends who needed a shoulder, feel welcome and at home. She gave of herself and all she was blessed with -- never giving a second thought and made all who truly knew her love and especially appreciate her warm and giving heart. Susan is survived by her sister, Diane Connolly Hernandez; brother-in-law, Michael Hernandez; sons, Harley David Schnell and Nicholas Paul Sanders; husband, Jim P. Sanders; stepchildren, Michelle Nowanda Horne and Christyna Danielle Sanders; grandchildren, Brittney and April Horne, and Chelsea Lynn Lindaas; cousins, Christi Smith and husband, Marty, Trey Connolly, Sara Hannon, Connie Beckman, and Doug Connolly; aunts and uncle, Ann and Bob Connolly, and Dorothy Connolly. A celebration of Susan's life is being held from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 28, 2001, with a viewing and gathering at Wilke-Clay-Fish Funeral Home. As was her wish, she will be cremated and her ashes spread at Haynie Flats at Lake Travis, her favorite place for peace and happiness. Please join us in saying goodbye to our beloved sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Arrangements by Wilke-Clay-Fish Funeral Home, 2620 S. Congress Ave., 442-1446.

Died at age 46.

John Crampton, 46, of Homer, NY and formerly of Austin, died unexpectedly on Monday, April 21, 2003. He was born May 5, 1956 in Ridgewood, NJ, the son of the late John and Bernadette Parr Crampton and was raised and attended school in Austin, TX. He was a resident of the Homer area since 1990. He married the former Shelley Lateer on September 1, 1984. Mr. Crampton served six years in the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged in 1980. Since 1995, John had been employed as a craftsman machinist at Buckbee-Mears, Cortland. In his spare time he enjoyed bowling, was an avid sportsman and was a former coach for the Homer Little League. In addition to his wife, Shelley, he is survived by his three loving children, Jamie N., Lindsay R., and John T. Crampton, all of Homer; five sisters, Marjorie (William) Poyner; JoAnne Crampton and Barbara (Gary) Anderson all of TX; Lorraine (Scott) Howard of GA and Deborah Bowen of TN. Please visit our web-site; barber.plan4ever.com for more information on Mr. Crampton's arrangements.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 4/24/2003

Burial: Glenwood Cemetery, Homer, Cortland County, New York, USA
Record added: Sep 15, 2009
Find A Grave Memorial# 41998616

Died at age 57.

Dale Scott Davis, 57, of Georgetown, Texas passed away on April 23, 2014 in Austin, Texas. Scott was born on June 1, 1956 in Austin, Texas to Oran and Margie Wales Davis. He is survived by his mother, Margie Davis of Georgetown, brother, Glenn Davis of Georgetown, sister Lisa Davis-Tanner of Elgin, Texas , nephews; Travis Davis of Georgetown, Kristopher Tanner of Grapevine, Troy Davis of Hutto and a niece Megan Tanner of Taylor, Texas. Scott was a unique person. He had an uncanny talent for working with troubled folks. He worked for The Meridell Achievement Center in Liberty Hill for over 30 years. He touched so many lives over the decades .There is an old saying that if it is a fact then it ain't bragging. Scott graduated in the top 5 % from The University of Texas at Austin with a B.A. . He loved to fish, also loved to read and had an interest in historic wars. Scott was a quiet man that did not get lost in life. He was a person that folks just naturally gravitated to. He will be deeply missed. Memorials in his name are suggested to Hospice Austin's Christopher House, 2820 E. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, Texas 78702. Visitation will be from Noon to 1:00 p.m. on Monday, April 28, 2014 with the funeral service following at 1:00 P.M. at Ramsey Funeral Home, 5600 Williams Dr. Georgetown, Texas. You are invited to share a message or memory in the memorial guestbook at www.RamseyFuneral.com.

Died at age 44.

Hockley, Texas (Harris County)

Died at age 56.

Death Notice
DEVINE, Michael T., 56, purchaser, of Austin, died Monday. Visitation 9 a.m. and services 10 a.m. Friday, St. Paul Lutheran Church. Burial Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery, Pflugerville. Arrangements by Cook-Walden, Lamar location.

Published in Austin American-Statesman on September 20, 2012

Michael Thomas Devine, 56, died on Monday, September 17, 2012 at his home. He was born in Austin, Texas on May 9, 1956 to Glynn Ray and Gladys Frances "G.F." Nagle Devine. Michael was employed by Barton Creek Country Club for 20 years. Besides his work, he enjoyed cooking and gardening. He is survived by his parents, Glynn and Gladys Devine; his sister, Patricia J. Bontke and her husband, Walter; his brother, David R. Devine, and his wife, Connie; numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews and friends, all of whom he held dear. Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from nine o'clock until ten o'clock in the morning, on Friday, the 21st of September 2012, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 3501 Red River Street, Austin, Texas. The funeral service will be conducted at ten o'clock in the morning on Friday, the 21st of September 2012, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 3501 Red River Street, Austin, Texas with the Rev. Dr. Mark Nuckols officiating and the liturgy by Rev. Sherman Stenson. Services are under the direction of Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas. In lieu of flowers and customary remembrances, the family suggests donations be made to St. Paul Lutheran School, 3407 Red River Street, Austin, Texas 78705. Condolences may be sent to www.cookwaldenfuneralhome.com

Published in Austin American-Statesman on September 21, 2012

Died at age 43.

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Published in Forth Worth Star - Telegram (Fort Worth, Texas) on 4 April 1999

Died at age 19.

Mike Eastep was co-owner of E&R U-Haul in North Austin. He was murdered at his place of business on September 16th, 1975. The case is still unsolved.

Burial: Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery and Mausoleum, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Plot: section F, Lot# 66, space 3
Record added: Oct 29, 2009
Find A Grave Memorial# 43671384

Died at age 60.

Ronald L. Flentge, 60 years old, finished his earthly race well and embarked on a new adventure with the Lord on Sunday evening. He will be missed. Ron was born in Corpus Christi, Texas to Herbert Flentge and Diane Welch Flentge. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Betty Flentge; son, Ryan Flentge; daughter, Bonnie Bonstead and husband Eric; two beautiful grandchildren, Luke and Claire, whom he adore; brother Wayne Flentge and wife Debby, from Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Alan Flentge. Ron loved working on all kinds of cars. Ron could repair just about anything and was a rare breed of a mechanic. He would often diagnose car problems without the help of a computer, just by listening or driving the car. He was also able to do anything he put his mind to. He designed and built a dragster by himself, had it painted and raced it. He loved riding his Harley and attending the ROT rallies. Ron attended Reagan High School when the Reagan Raiders “ruled “and won State Championships. He was a certified diver and loved taking his family camping, boating and telling stories around the campfire. He faithfully volunteered for the Bridges to Life Prison Ministry (John Sage, Founder) for ten years getting to know and caring for men that society overlooked. He also loved teaching teenagers at church. Ron had a heart for teaching young people and kept them entertained with his dry sense of humor. He was retired and spent his time doing whatever he wanted and working on his 81 Corvette (his pride and joy). A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, at Westoak Woods Baptist Church, 2900 West Slaughter Lane, Austin, Texas, 78748. In Lieu of flowers please make contributions to Westoak Woods Baptist Church or a charity of your choice.

Died at age 56.

Born in Montgomery, AL.
Austin-Peel & Son Funeral Home, Inc.
Obituary
Michael was born on October 21, 1956 and passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2013. Michael was a resident of Austin, Texas.

Died at age 52.

Eugene (Gene) Glass was born in Austin, Texas on September 21, 1955. He passed away February 2, 2008, in Austin, Texas at the age of 52. Gene was a life-time resident of Austin. He graduated from Reagan High School in 1974. He earned a degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin in 1978 and later received a MBA from St. Edward's University. Gene worked for Motorola and Freescale for nearly 30 years as an accountant and business manager in the Finance and Manufacturing areas. Gene had a zest for life and lived every day to its fullest. He had many hobbies and interests, including cooking, reading, photography, kayaking, and hiking. Gene was deeply devoted to his family and to his many friends. Gene is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sarah Proske Glass, and his children Matthew, Rachel, and Laura Glass. He is also survived by his sister Bonnie Orsag of Austin, and four brothers: John Glass of Shoreham, New York, Warren Glass of Austin, Tom Glass of Pflugerville, and Joe Glass of Paige, Texas. He was pre-deceased by his parents John and Nadine Glass. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 5th at Cook Walden Funeral Home, 6100 N. Lamar Blvd. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 6th at Riverbend Church, 4214 N. Capital of Texas Hwy. The burial will follow at Cook-Walden / Capital Parks in Pflugerville, Texas. Memorial contributions can be made in Gene's name to the American Heart Association; 7272 Greenville Ave.; Dallas, Texas 75231-4596.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 2/4/2008

Note: Gene was credited with a hole-in-one in golf; an elusive feat for most golfers.

Burial: Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery and Mausoleum, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Plot: Sec K
Record added: May 06, 2012
Find A Grave Memorial# 89673797

Died at age 37.

Carol Sue Mitchell, 37, of Austin, died Friday, February 26, 1993. Mrs. Mitchell attended Austin schools and was a graduate of Reagan High School in 1974. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas and taught science at Chisholm Trail Middle School and Martin Jr. High. She attended Hyde Park Baptist Church. Carol was a loving wife and mother and her dedication to teaching in the public schools and Sunday school was shared by many students, teachers and friends. The family wishes to thank everyone for their love and support and prayers during her illness. Mrs. Mitchell is survived by her husband, Robert Mitchell; daughter, Laura Mitchell; son, David Mitchell; mother, Phyllis Griffith, all of Austin; brothers, Kirby Griffith of Windham, New Hampshire and Paul Griffith of Austin; and sisters, Julie Griffith of Austin and Sally Griffith of Elgin. Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM, Monday, March 1st, at Hope Lutheran Church. Interment will be in Memorial Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to Brackenridge Children's Hospital: Oncology Unit - Austin, Texas. Arrangements by Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Lamar Location.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman - 1993

According to her son David Mitchell, his mom died of cancer in 1993 - she was diagnosed early in 1992. She married Robert Mitchell - also a Reagan graduate - class of 1972, and had two children. She was a science teacher at Chisolm Trail Elementary in Round Rock until her death and was a popular amongst both her students and the staff. Everyone I've ever encountered who knew her said she was the most amazing woman - that no one was a stranger to her and that her smile and laugh were infectious.

Burial: Cook-Walden Memorial Hill Cemetery, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Plot: Founders Haven Section
Record added: Apr 13, 2010
Find A Grave Memorial# 51051466

Died at age 59.

Sherriel was previously employed by the Pflugerville ISD and Dell. She was a caring and loving person who took care of anyone who needed help, sometimes to the point where she did without. She didn't have a mean bone in her body and was respected and loved by all who knew her. She loved going to the coast, playing bingo and spending time with her family and friends. Preceded in death by her son, Christopher Lee Cantwell; mother, Mary Zell Halvorson; father, Edward Halvorson; aunt, Jo McCormick of Dallas; and grandparents, Gilbert & Lucy Holland. Survived by her sister, Holly Nance and her husband Larry of Pflugerville ; nieces, Alicia Brannon of Pflugerville and Melanie Brannon of Round Rock; uncles, Mitchell Holland and wife Darla of Tyler and Royce Holland and wife Dottie of Frost; aunts, Elizabeth Jordan and husband Ed of Tyler and Maudeen Peters of Fairplay as well as many cousins in Texas & Louisiana. A special acknowledgement by the family goes to Chelsea and fiancé Raul, Diane, Debbie, Amanda, Evan and Barbara Jean who were dear friends that watched over her during the last few weeks of her life after the passing of her son, Chris. Services will be held at The Gabriels Funeral Chapel on Friday, October 17th at 2:30 p.m. located at 393 N. IH 35, Georgetown, Texas 78768. Interment to follow at Oak Grove Community Cemetery on Spicewood Springs Road at Bull Creek.

Published in Austin American-Statesman from Oct. 16 to Oct. 17, 2014

Died at age 54.

She passed away in Houston. Her husband said that they were married for 32 years. They had a private funeral. She was married to Lionell Johnson, whom she met on a blind date 36 years ago. She had 3 children...2 girls and a son. The son is in college now, and the two girls are adults and out on their own.

Note: She was a cheerleader at Reagan.

Died at age 62.

Allan Keith Henderson, age 62, passed away on May 26, 2018. Allan was born October 23, 1955 in Austin, Texas, to Clinton Lee Henderson, Sr. and Florence Lorraine Smith Henderson. Allan was a lifelong member of Messiah Lutheran Church, baptized on December 25, 1955 and confirmed on April 26, 1970. Allan attended John H. Reagan High School in Austin and Austin Community College. Allan joined the United States Army November 30, 1972 and served until November 29, 1978. Following his military service, Allan worked as a household goods mover. Allan is survived by his father, Clinton Henderson, Sr., brothers Clinton Henderson, Jr. and wife Janet of Austin, and Terry Henderson, Sr. and wife Virginia of Manor, sister Betty Wachsmann and husband Royce of Dripping Springs, eight nieces and nephews, nine great nieces and nephews, uncle Wes Henderson, aunt Dollie Henderson, cousins Gene Henderson and Phyllis Roberts and their families, and many extended family and friends. Allan is preceded in death by his mother, Lorraine Henderson. Allan loved music; playing his guitar; singing in bands over the years; listening to music in local venues; attending concerts; caring for his horses Goliath and Sonny at the R.O.C.K.; and volunteering at the R.O.C.K. A celebration of Allan’s life will be held June 2, 2018 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 5701 Cameron Road, Austin, Texas 78723. Visitation will be from 9:00 am to noon in the sanctuary (Musician friends are encouraged to play during visitation). Lunch will be provided from noon to 1:45 pm in the fellowship hall. The service will begin at 2:00 pm in the sanctuary, the Rev. Bridget Thien presiding. Interment will follow at Capital Memorial Park, Pflugerville. Pall Bearers for the service are nephews Clinton Lee Henderson, III, Alan Henderson, and Terry Henderson, Jr., friends Christopher Hasse, Todd Oviatt, Tim Linehan, Tim Kaderli and Bryan Hensen. Honorary pall bearers are friends Russell Kennedy, Bob Hernandez, Ed Fisher, Carlos Uribe, Scott Boyd, Mark Adams, and Joe Potter. The family extends our appreciation and gratitude for the love and support expressed for Allan and the family during this difficult time. We extend a special thank you to the liver transplant team and medical staff at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation in Allan’s name to the R.O.C.K., 2050 Rockride Lane, Georgetown, Texas 78626, (512) 930-7625, https://rockride.org/donate-sponsor/, to Messiah Lutheran Church, or to your favorite charity.

Died at age 59.

HICKS Jr., James Robert "Bobby" 59, passed away Saturday, December 28 after a brief illness. He was born on July 31, 1954 in Wilmington, NC. Bobby attended Reagan High School and served in the Army for 2 years. He worked for many years alongside his father as a union carpenter. Bobby loved Nascar and watching football. Bobby was preceded in death by his parents James (Bob) Hicks and Jerrie Hicks, sisters Sandra Dennis and Jere Jacknitsky. He is survived by his daughter Leisha Hicks King, her husband Kevan King, and grandson Kobe King of Malakoff, TX, sister Wanda Noel of Austin and numerous nieces and nephews. Leisha would like to thank the staff at Trinity Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler, TX for their compassion and excellent care of Bobby - especially nurses Diana and Zach in the SICU and Dr. Bernard Ezigbo. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Bobby's life at 2pm on Saturday January 11 at the Fairways of Blackhawk Clubhouse, 19308 Kennemer Dr., Pflugerville. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice.

Published in Austin American-Statesman from Jan. 9 to Jan. 11, 2014

Died at age 42.

Burial: Evergreen Cemetery, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Plot: J-36-8
Record added: Nov 08, 2011
Find A Grave Memorial# 80116075

Died at age 59.

HOUSTON, Clarence "MAESTRO" Age 59, of Austin, passed away May 28, 2014. Services June 7, 1PM, Mercer Memorial Chapel. Fuller-Sheffield Funeral Services, Inc., Austin TX

Published in Austin American-Statesman from June 5 to June 6, 2014

Died at age 50.

Death Notice
HUDSON, Dale A., 50, of Bastrop died Saturday. Survived by wife Linda. Visitation 6 p.m. Tuesday, Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home, Pflugerville. Services 1 p.m. Wednesday, Cook-Walden/Capital Parks. Burial Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 4/9/2007

Hudson Dale A. Hudson, 50, passed away Saturday, April 7, 2007 at his home surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife and his angel, Linda Hudson, parents, Eddie and Elizabeth Hudson, twin brother, David, younger brother, Patrick, two sons, Christopher and Steven, two step daughters, Amy and Melissa. Dale was born and raised in Austin, TX. He graduated from Reagan High School in 1974 after which he served his country for several years with the U.S. Air Force. He was dearly loved and will now rest in eternal peace. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at Cook-Walden/ Capital Parks Funeral Home where funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday in the Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

Published in Austin American-Statesman on April 10, 2007

Burial: Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery and Mausoleum, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Record added: Aug 06, 2008
Find A Grave Memorial# 28820764

Died at age 65.

Charles Edward Hunter was called home to be with the Lord on July 7, 2020 at the age of 65. He is preceded in death by his father Woodrow Cecil Hunter Sr., and mother Vera Lee Hunter, sister Lareda L. Belk, brother Alonzo Dexter Hunter. Charles is survived by his brother Woodrow C. Hunter Jr., Michael A. Hunter, sister Verna Arceneaux, brother Carlos Hunter, brother Tommy Hunter, and a number of nieces, nephews & many dear friends. The celebration of Charles Edward Hunter’s life will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 2pm. Location is: Cook-Walden Forest Oaks Funeral Home located 6300 West William Cannon Drive, Austin, Texas. Charles was born in Austin, Texas & attended Reagan High School then went onto to the University of Texas and transferred to the prestigious Embry-Riddle University in Florida, and achieved a Bachelor and Master’s degree. Charles loved aircraft and attained his A & P license to fly commercially. As a professional student he never stopped going to school and had been working on obtaining his Doctorate and venture into a political career in Austin where he was from. Charles has not only soared above the clouds as a pilot, but has traveled the world in the process and enjoyed scuba-diving, swimming, boating, skydiving and a host of other adventures. Charles loved his life, family and friends. They say those who constantly cheat death are Order Of Service living life to the fullest. Perhaps it’s the lack of fear that opens up one’s world, allows one to take risks that constrain lesser mortals. Charles did live a full life, despite his too soon death. He loved and embraced those around him, with long arms and with his fearless heart he made a positive impact on those of us who knew him, who loved him, and brothers who worshiped him. We’ll miss the friend, brother, the one who tested his limits, who brought home the trophies, who befriended and defended the neighborhood dogs and children, who was always quick with a funny line, who was always eager to go off on another adventure, who fought with us and loved us with equal passion. We will mourn the man who’s gone, whom we lost so suddenly, but we’ll remember him, and above all, he would want us to remember him as he lived, on the edge of life whether it was sailing around the world in his boat or hang gliding over the mountains Charles was always on the fearless edge of "ANYTHING'S POSSIBLE".

Died at age 45.

Carlene Kouba-Behrens, age 45, of Austin, died Monday, September 17, 2001. Mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, friend, neighbor, jogger, hiker, CPA, coach, mentor, talker, laugher, planner, companion, lover, wife. A thousand other words cannot adequately describe her, or our loss. Born January 3, 1956, in Weimer, Texas, to Gladys and Erwin Kouba, Carlene spent her early years in the Sharpstown area of Houston, near her grandparents. She came to Austin with her family in 1967, and graduated from Reagan High School in 1974, and the University of Texas with a degree in accounting in 1978. She was employed at Prime Cable Company as treasurer, responsible for investments and tax planning. Carlene was active in school PTA roles (usually as the treasurer), Northwest Austin Kickball, and was a proud supporter of her children’s athletic teams. She was a longtime parishioner of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church. She loved to be among friends and lived life to the fullest. Carlene married Greg Behrens on August 11, 1979, and leaves two wonderful children, Robert, 18, and Janet, 15; her parents; Gladys and Erwin Kouba of Austin; sisters and their families; Gwen and Randy Johnson; and nieces, Amy and Megan of Austin, and Tammy and John Kowalczyk of Bellingham, Washington are left behind…

Published in the Austin American-Statesman - 2001

Died at age 56.

Burial: Stockdale Cemetery, Stockdale, Wilson County, Texas, USA
Record added: Dec 19, 2012
Find A Grave Memorial# 102360032

Died at age 51.

Laurence, Louanne lost her battle with life on Wednesday, May 28th. She will be remembered for her service to the community, as a Registered Nurse specializing in Neo-Natal intensive care. She loved animals, nature, music and the arts. Her passing will remind everyone, who knew her, of her formidable personality and overriding zest for living. She is survived by her brother, Brian and his wife Jennifer and son Benjamin, Betty Dominguez and the Charles Spears family of Austin. Memorials and guestbook online at http://wcfish.com

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 5/31/2008

Died at age 55.

Death Notice
DODGE, Jan Marie, 55, licensed vocational nurse, of San Antonio, formerly of Austin, died Thursday. Services 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Memorial United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Heart of Texas.

Published in Austin American-Statesman April 2, 2011

Died at age 48.

Family-Placed Obituary Timothy Byron Lee born, May 25, 1956, in Houston, Texas to Charles and Penny Lee (deceased), died this October 25, 2004 at the Veterans Hospital Dallas, Texas after a year long battle with Cancer. He is now in a better place. He is survived by his brothers John and Rodney Lee. Tim has one daughter, Elisha, who he loved dearly. Tim grew up in Austin, Texas and graduated from Reagan High. After graduation he joined the United States Marine Corps, where he excelled as a "Sharpshooter" in the Marines, attaining the rank of Sergeant. He served in both stateside and overseas deployments. He received an Honorable discharged February 12, 1979. During his service he was awarded three Expert Rifle Badges as well as Certificates of Commendation, Meritorious Mast, and Good Conduct Awards. Tim was an avid outdoorsman, to say the least. He loved to hunt and fish, it was his passion. He spent more time at deer camp and on the end of a rod than most would consider normal. He loved to cook and most people who tried his fare enjoyed it! That is, as long as you like your food WELL SEASONED and your STEAK RARE. After the Marines, Tim attended Austin Community College where he studied electronics, which later led him to a career in electro-mechanical repair of semiconductor equipment at companies such as Motorola, AMD, DuPont Photomask and DPI. He enjoyed travel and saw many places including Japan and Israel. Later in life Tim pursued construction work, mainly restoration and renovation but, also barn and deck construction. Tim loved the outdoor lifestyle. Those who knew Tim well knew, how he struggled with alcohol in his earlier years - this lead to many problems in Tim's life. In 1994 he made a conscience decision to change his life (although the Texas Court System nudged him along). He was sober the remainder of his life slowly rebuilding himself. Tim had accepted Jesus Christ as his "personal savior" and like all of us was "a work in progress". We will miss him dearly.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 10/30/2004

Burial: Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, USA
Plot: Section 76 Site 1208
Record added: May 24, 2007
Find A Grave Memorial# 19511658

Note: He was buried with military honors. Semper Fi

Died at age 51.

Lesso, David Andrew, 51, of St. Petersburg, died Tuesday (July 3, 2007) at home. He was born in Japan. He was a carpenter. Survivors include a son, Timothy; his parents, William and Josephine Lesso, Austin, Texas; a brother, William, Houston; and three sisters, Anne Lesso, St. Petersburg, Mary Herbst, Austin, and Julie Bianca, Louisville, Ky. David C. Gross Funeral Homes and Cremation Center, Central Avenue Chapel, St. Petersburg.

Published in the St. Petersburg Times on 7/7/2007

Died at age 64.

Donnie Wayne McCradic, Sr. went to be with our heavenly father unexpectedly, March 31, 2021, after a short illness. He was born in Austin, Texas, June 20, 1956 and attended the Austin Public Schools, and was a graduate of Reagan High School '74. Donnie loved the Lord, his church, his friends and family. A devoted son, brother, husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed by the many lives he touched throughout his lifetime. He cared for all people and strived diligently to live life to its fullest, with such a great memorable sense of humor! Donnie was preceded in death by his father, Herschel McCradic and grandmother, Zula Solomon. He leaves to cherish his memories and love, a wife, Andrea; three sons, Donnie Jr., Damien, Andre, and two daughters, Anna and Alexus. Two sisters, Deborah Cleveland, and Delesicca Brooks (Kermit), his mother, Estelle Brooks; and many cousins and a host of relatives and friends. A celebration of his life will be Saturday, April 10, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at High Pointe Baptist Church, 12030 Dessau Road, Austin, Texas 78754. A graveside gathering will occur after service at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home and Cemetery, 14501 North Interstate 35, Pflugerville, Texas 78660.
• PALLBEARERS
• Reggie Alexander
• Agustin Bacolor
• Dedrick Cleveland
• Coach Izzy
• James Sherwood
• Kenneth Smith

Died at age 52.

Death Notice
McFARLAND, Richard D., 52, of Austin died Wednesday. Services pending. Arrangements by Austin-Peel and Son.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on January 18, 2008

Burial: Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery and Mausoleum, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Plot: Sec K Lot#96
Record added: Feb 23, 2012
Find A Grave Memorial# 85620088

Died at age 38.

Dawn Marie Midgett, born April 26, 1956, in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, passed from this life on July 3, 1994, in Austin after an extended illness. Dawn settled in Austin with her family in her early years and graduated from Reagan High School. A memorial service will be held 6:00 PM Tuesday at the Davis Chapel of Cook-Walden Funeral Home. Dawn is survived by her daughter, Chandra Monnett of Austin; father, Garland Midgett Sr. of San Antonio; brother, Garland Midgett Jr. of La Grange; sister, Cynthia Thornton of California. Arrangements by Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 N. Lamar.

Note: Death certificate issued by Virginia.

Died at age 49.

Death Notice
MOELLER, Mitch, 49, of Cedar Park died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Friday, Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Lamar location.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 7/27/2005

Mitch Moeller Mitch Moeller was born November 1, 1955, at Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, California, the son of Charles and Twila Moeller. He became a child of God through Holy Baptism shortly thereafter at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Oceanside. He was confirmed in 1968 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Hampton, Virginia. He graduated from Reagan High School in Austin in 1974. As a young man, he had a passion for baseball and golf. For many years he coached Little League Baseball. He pursued various careers: for several years he was a body building consultant and personal trainer at Gold's Gym here in Austin and in Abilene, Texas. During this time he received many body building awards. For ten or more years he worked for North American Van Lines as a moving consultant. Since 1988, he lived in Cedar Park, where he became circulation manager for the Cedar Park branch of the Austin American Statesman. His first job as a teenager had been as a paperboy for the American Statesman in the University Hills area of Austin. Mitch will be remembered as a loving husband, father, son and brother, who was a kind person with a big heart, and who never met a stranger. He was a member for many years of Hope Lutheran Church in Austin, then of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Cedar Park, and since 2001, he was a member of Christ our Savior Lutheran Church in Lago Vista. His death is mourned by his wife, Debbie MacCarroll; son, Trevor Moeller and wife, Summer of Athens, Texas; grandson, Corbin Matthew Moeller; his son, Tyler Moeller of Fredericksburg; his mother, Twila Moeller of Austin; his brother, Mark Moeller and wife, Shannon, of Georgetown; his brother, Mike Moeller of Austin; and his sister, Marla Moeller of Austin; also by a niece and several nephews and many other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, CMSgt Charles G. Moeller. He was taken from this life after a lengthy illness on Monday, July 25, at the age of 49. May we be comforted by Jesus' words, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me though he were dead yet shall he live and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die." John 11:25 Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 29, 2005, in the Colonial Chapel of Cook-Walden Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in honor of Mitch Moeller to the Outpost Recovery Club, 3449 Junction Hwy., Ingram, Texas 78025.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 7/28/2005

Died at age 64.

Scott Howard Nattin, 64, of Round Rock, Texas lost his long battle with cancer on June 12, surrounded by his wife and daughters. Scott was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on October 10, 1954 to Harry and Beth (Kleinpeter) Nattin. He lived most of his life in Austin and was an avid Longhorn fan. He loved to play the drums, dove hunt, fish and ski. He enjoyed barbecuing and watching the 5:30 news uninterrupted, of course. He took pride in keeping his yard beautiful and spent countless hours maintaining it. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family. He may have cherished Christmas the most, when everyone was together in the home he worked so hard for. Scott was a loving husband to Wendy and they just celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary on June 5th. He was a caring father to Nicole Askew (David) and step-daughter, Brianna Coston (Tyler). He adored his grandchildren, Lila and Kinley Askew, Zane Coston, and his great nephew Nathan Nattin V. He is also survived by his brother, David Nattin, and many nieces and nephews who loved him greatly. Scott is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Nathan Nattin III. Visitation will be held at 1pm, with service to follow at 2pm on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at Beck Funeral Home, 15709 Ranch Road 620 N, Austin, TX. Burial will be held immediately after at Taylor City Cemetery, 1101 East 4th St., Taylor, TX. A reception will follow at St. John Lutheran Church, 409 Main St., Thrall, TX. The family would like to thank the countless doctors at MDA and Mercy House Ministries for their loving care and attention.Pallbearers include David Askew, Tyler Coston, Nathan Nattin IV, Noah Nattin, Terrill Tomecek, and Ralph Scott.

Died at age 66.

Melonie Faye Nesby, 66, passed away on April 1, 2022. She was born on September 15, 1955, in Austin, Texas to Geneva M. Nesby. Melonie was preceded in death by her mother, Geneva Marie Nesby, her grandfather, Harry Ford Nesby, and her grandmother, Hattie Mae Nesby. To cherish her memories Melonie leaves behind a loving son, Evan Joseph Nesby; sisters, Gay Lynn Nesby and Myra Jo Nesby; brother, Derek Eugene Nesby; aunt, Bonnie B. Holmes; and her nieces, cousins and other relatives and friends. On April 1, 2022, Melonie transitioned peacefully into Heaven, comforted by her family who will miss her dearly. Melonie attended Oak Springs Elementary School, Rosewood Elementary, Kealing Junior High School, L.C. Anderson High School her freshman year and then attended and graduated from Reagan High School 1973. After graduating from high school, she attended Huston-Tillotson University and pledged as an Omega Pearl of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. She began her Christian walk as a member of Simpson Methodist Church and Christ Memorial Baptist Church. At the time of her passing, she was a faithful and loyal member of High Point Baptist Church. She often attended focus groups and women's retreats. Melonie was a prayer warrior, she posted in her prayer closet many prayers requested by family and friends or wherever she saw the need for prayer. She possessed many skills and talents. As an entrepreneur of "Divinely Yours of Austin", she was an event planner specializing in weddings! Melonie was employed as an Executive Assistant/Human Resources Specialist. She retired with Texas Education Agency on July 31, 2017. Melonie's proudest family moments included, first and foremost, the birth of her son, her second moment was being honored at Christ Memorial by Pastor Charles Bullock as "Single Mother of the Year", and her last was the Graduation Ceremony for her son at High Point Baptist Church. Melonie's proudest career accomplishments were when she received Employee of the Third Quarter of 2016 and retiring July 2017. Things that made Melonie smile or laugh were talking about childhood memories, our back yard gatherings "Up to The House" on Kitty Ave. Of course, watching her favorite TV shows, Andy Griffith with Ernest T Bass and Gunsmoke, and she had to watch the "It's a Wonderful Life" movie every Christmas. Melonie was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys, and the LA Lakers Showtime verses the Boston Celtics. Melonie also enjoyed hosting parties and events in her home for special occasions and holidays or simply just because. Melonie was a fashionable Diva on any occasion. Melonie left a lasting impression on everyone she met with a joyful personality, distinctive laugh that caused you to laugh even if you didn't know why she was laughing. She had a caring spirit and a great since of style and beauty. We will remember her in this way, on this day, as we celebrate a life well-lived. A visitation for Melonie will be held Friday, April 22, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home in Pflugerville. Texas. A Celebration of Melonie's Life will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at High Point Baptist Church, 12030 Dessau Road, Austin, Texas 78754. She will be laid to rest at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery in Pflugerville, Texas.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cookwaldencapitalparks.com for the Nesby family.

Died at age 45.

Gary Leon Payne - Our loving son and brother, Gary Leon Payne, was born on September 8, 1955, and passed away on August 31, 2001. He served in the U.S. Navy for four years and was employed by John Osgood for seventeen years before becoming co-owner of Pardners Air Conditioning Service. Gary was fond of the outdoors, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and nature. He will be missed by his mother, Doris Turgeon of Round Rock, and brother, Terry Payne, and sister-in-law, Lisa, of Austin. Services will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, September 3, 2001, in the Beck Funeral Home Chapel, 15709 Ranch Rd 620, Austin, Texas, with Dr. C. Richard Siebenlist officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Gary's name to American Cancer Society, 2433-B Ridgepoint Dr., Austin, Texas 78754. Arrangements under the direction of Beck Funeral Home, Austin/Round Rock, 244-3772.

Died at age 17.

Prado, Robert, 17, of 1306 Fernwood, died Saturday. Services are pending at Cook-Walden Funeral Home. Survivors include his father, Robert L. Prado of Austin; mother, Mary Lea Prado of Austin; a brother, Brenden Lee Prado of Austin; two sisters, Elizabeth Ann Prado and Rebecca Louise Prado, both of Austin; grandmother, Mrs. Docia Sanders of Austin.

Burial: Assumption Cemetery, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Plot: sect 2/lot 21/grave #78
Record added: Oct 28, 2009
Find A Grave Memorial# 43650397

Died at age 54.

Death Notice
RAY, Gregory Lynn, 54, of Round Rock died Monday. Visitation 6 p.m. Friday, Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home, Pflugerville. Services 1 p.m. Saturday, Cook-Walden/Capital Parks. Burial Taylor City Cemetery.

Published in Austin American-Statesman on January 6, 2011

Gregory Lynn Ray Oct. 11, 1956 - Jan. 3, 2011 Greg was called to heaven at the age of 54 years. He was a loving son, father, husband and friend. He was born in Austin, Texas on October 11, 1956 to J.W. Ray and Elizabeth S. Ray. He attended Reagan High School and received his degree in Criminal Justice from St. Edward's University. In 1975, Greg met the love of his life, Becky Jean Schmidt Ray. They spent many happy years together until she passed away in 2006. They loved their family and friends, and both cherished their son, Jesse Patrick. He was preceded in death his wife, Rebecca Jean Ray and his father, J.W. Ray. Greg is survived by his son, Jesse Patrick Ray and his mother, Elizabeth S. Ray. Honoring Greg as pallbearers are David L. Seago, Bill Manly, Ken Tolson, Philip Moseley, Keith Schmidt and Kevin McFarland. There will be a visitation for family and friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 7, 2011 at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home, Pflugerville. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday January 8, 2011 at the Memorial Chapel of Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home with the burial following at the Taylor City Cemetery in Taylor, Texas. To share your memories of Greg with his family, please visit www.cookwaldencapitalparks.com.

Published in Austin American-Statesman on January 7, 2011

Burial: Taylor City Cemetery, Taylor, Williamson County, Texas, USA
Plot: Second Addition, Section 12
Record added: Apr 13, 2007
Find A Grave Memorial# 18913269

Died at age 56.

RILEY, Paul A., 56, mechanic, of Austin died Sept. 29. Services pending with Cook-Walden, Lamar location.

Published in Austin American-Statesman on October 16, 2012

Died at age 48.

Robinette, Rebecca J. - Death Notice ROBINETTE, Rebecca J., 48, of Austin died Dec. 8. Services 7 p.m. today, Scoggins residence. Contact Jenna or Jesse Scoggins at 796-5932.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 12/17/2004

Died at age 63.

Found deceased in a house fire in Austin, Texas. The cause of fire still under investigation.

Died at age 59.

Susan Marie Tobias, nearing her 60th birthday, died of cancer on March 22, 2016, in Denver, Colorado. She was born in Cambridgeshire, England and moved to Houston, Texas soon after. Susan having dual citizenship chose American citizenship before her 21st birthday. Although she spent her early years in Texas and Arizona, she considered Denver home. Susan enjoyed a diverse professional career. Bookkeeper, accountant, trainer for implementing software programs; Boulder School of Massage; Metro Pre-Med - the professional path from her University of Houston Bachelor's in Business Administration and Accounting degree to her present music-filled life was as varied as it was serendipitous. Starting her career at American Natural Resources in Houston, Susan was then offered a position as an oil and gas accountant at Forest Oil in Denver. Her first introduction to teaching was at Gathers Software, where she trained users on utilizing oil and gas software. During that time, Susan discovered massage therapy and, in 1986, completed the massage therapy program at the Boulder School of Massage. In an effort to better help her clients, she enrolled in the Pre-Med program at Metro State/U of Colorado at Denver, where she completed the scientific requirements to apply to medical school while volunteering at Children's and Craig hospitals. In the application process, Susan realized that she could be of more service as a massage therapist; this has served as a wonderful compliment to her teaching career. Another area Susan always wanted to explore was music; she began as a volunteer in the band program at St. Ann's Episcopal School, thus launching her music career! After teaching there for a number of years, Susan was hired as Highline Academy's K-8 general music teacher. There she implemented such programs as guitar, before-school band, Shakespeare while serving on the playground and garden committees. At Highline, she became a part of an incredible community of talented and dedicated faculty and staff. Susan's cancer diagnosis prompted an overwhelming offering of love and support from Highline's Board of Directors, its administration, teachers, students and parents. Over the past months, this generosity of spirit has extending to so many who have reached out to her. No greater gift than the caring of others. Susan's musical journey included a certification in Suzuki piano and classes in Suzuki violin. She played clarinet in the Denver Concert Band and the Souza Band. She was a rehearsal assistant with Young Voices of Colorado and also taught reed sectionals to students in the Colorado Honor Band. Susan loved travel, including Japan, Egypt, and Israel, contra-dancing, bike riding and attending the Colorado Symphony. Susan's life was filled with learning, exploration, and sharing her love of life and is honored to have been able to achieve that…..working with children. Susan is survived by her best canine companions, Sasha and Sophie; her father Ben Tobias and step-mother Phyllis Webb Tobias of Willis, Texas; her brother Donald Tobias of Houston, Texas; her brother Paul Tobias and sister-in-law Michelle Tobias of Austin, Texas; her sister Elizabeth Tobias Riley and brother-in-law Jack Riley of Montgomery, Texas; her step-sister Nicki Webb Jones and step-brother-in-law Ernest Jones of Dallas, Texas; nephews and nieces with whom she shared a very special bond. Susan was preceded in death by her mother Sarah Anne Windrow Tobias of Orange, Texas. Susan's family would like to thank the Highline Academy community for all of the love and support they shared with Susan and to the physicians and staff at the University of Colorado Hospital (Anschutz) who cared for her throughout her illness. A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. at Grace Methodist Church on April 23, 2016, located at 5131 East Yale Circle, Denver, Colorado 80222. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to your favorite music-related charity, Highline Academy, or the charity of your choice.

Published in Houston Chronicle on Mar. 27, 2016

Died at age 45.

Burial: Jacksonville City Cemetery, Jacksonville, Cherokee County, Texas, USA
Plot: TA0203
Record added: May 18, 2011
Find A Grave Memorial# 70025639

Died at age 34.

Terry Lee Walker, 34 of Austin, died Monday, July 17, 1989. Our beloved Terry will be missed by each and everyone who knew him. Our love will always be with you, and you will never be forgotten. Rosary was said Thursday at 7:30 PM in the Colonial Chapel at Cook-Walden Funeral Home. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM, Friday at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, with Reverend Harold Zink officiating. Interment will be in Assumption Cemetery. Terry is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl; parents, Virgil and Carolyn. Walker, brother and sister-in-law, Tommy and Sandy Walker; brothers, Mike Walker and Billy Walker; nephew, Little Tommy Walker; nieces, Valerie and Natalie Walker; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Golder Kaiser of California, Missouri; also many, many friends who will miss him every day. Arrangements by Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Lamar location.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on July 18, 1989

Motorcycle Accident
Published in the Austin American-Statesman on July 21, 1989

Burial: Assumption Cemetery, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Plot: Section 3, Lot 26, Space 48
Record added: Dec 17, 2011
Find A Grave Memorial# 82070146

Died at age 40.

Burial: Austin Memorial Park Cemetery, Austin, Travis County, Texas, USA
Plot: 5b-248-7
Record added: Oct 28, 2009
Find A Grave Memorial# 43645802

Died at age 50.

Todd Radford Williams, known to thousands of Austin schoolchildren as "Farmer Todd", died in San Antonio on Sunday, September 24, 2006, at the University Hospital Transplant Center. He was 50 years old. Todd was born August 27, 1956, to Prescott and Jane (McMillan) Williams in Baltimore, MD, and moved with his family to Austin before his third birthday, when his father took a position at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Todd attended Austin public schools and graduated from John H. Reagan High School with the class of 1974. He received a Bachelors degree in agricultural education from Stephen F. Austin University. Todd was a hard-working, kind and patient man with unflagging enthusiasm and humor. He possessed tremendous practical intelligence and was unassuming and without malice. He loved his job with the City of Austin's living museum, the Jordan-Bachman Pioneer Farm, where he spent over 23 years. He was particularly proud of his "Barnyard Babies" program, which introduced very young children to equally young animals. When his health forced a move away from close contact with children, animals and old farm implements, he transferred to the Zilker Botanical Gardens, where he worked until forced into complete retirement in 2005 by his health. The cliché about never meeting a stranger was true for Todd. He enjoyed meeting new people and learning all about them. He was also a private individual, sharing innermost thoughts and feelings with only a select few. He was a loving and committed father. He was a generous, thoughtful, fun-loving, caring, respectful and tolerant man. We, his family, firmly believe it was the love he gave and received that kept him alive longer than anyone could have expected. Todd loved his childhood summer vacation in Colorado, and dearly wished he could retrace, with his own children, the camping trip route that his parents and siblings took in 1965 from Iceland to the city of Jerusalem in Jordan. Todd and his brothers and sister frequently entertained the whole family with hilarious and poignant stories of their 18 month stay in the Middle East. Todd is survived by his much beloved children, Megan and Adam; his parents, Dr. Prescott and Jane Williams; brother Scott and wife Cheryl; brother Andrew and wife Kathy; sister Peggie and husband Steve Tufts; nieces Mary (and husband Daniel Brown), Katy, Jenny and Laura, nephews Pete and David, and great-nephew James; dear childhood friends Michael Joseph, Joe Matthews, Donna and Laszlo Eosze; a close extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins; and an even larger extended family of friends. The family thanks the doctors and nurses and staff at the University Hospital Transplant unit for all their care and special efforts. We also appreciate the support and care from Todd's friend, Michael, who stuck with him and us throughout these difficult years. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to an education fund for Todd's children. Contributions can be sent, in his name, to 5412 Tipton Drive, Austin, 78723. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2006, at 2:00 p.m. at the Elgin First Presbyterian Church.

Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 9/28/2006

Died at age 33.

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Newton, Harvey County, Kansas, USA
Record added: Jun 26, 2008
Find A Grave Memorial# 27832088

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