Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Bernard, TX and Wharton County

Randy Allan Ognoskie

Randy Allan Ognoskie

Mar 14, 2026

Randy Allan Ognoskie, 70, passed away on the morning of March 14, 2026, in the comfort of his family home in East Bernard, TX. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many at work and in his community.

Born on September 15, 1955, in Wharton Texas, Randy was the youngest of 2 siblings. He grew up in Needville,...

Mary Kathleen Smolik

Mary Kathleen Smolik

Mar 7, 2026

Mary Kathleen Smolik, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on March 7, 2026. Kathy was born in Yoakum, Texas to John and Mary Hermes on November 12, 1940.

Kathy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother (Meme) and great grandmother. She loved cooking, baking, and hosting parties. She was a charter member of the Holy Family Catholic Church...

Donald Steven Clifton

Donald Steven Clifton

Feb 6, 2026

Donald Steven Clifton (Steven), 68, of Wharton, Texas, entered Heaven on February 6, 2026.

Steven was born in Houston, Texas to Donald & Dorothy Clifton on November 29, 1957. He attended Waltrip High School and later graduated from The University of Houston with a Bachelor's in Accounting. Steven and Dawn met on a blind date and went to a Randy Travis...

Benjamin "Bennie" Michulka

Benjamin "Bennie" Michulka

Jan 26, 2026

Benjamin “Bennie” Charles Michulka, 81, was born in East Bernard, Texas, to Karel Cyril (KC) and Elizabeth (David) Miculka, and passed away on January 26, 2026, in Austin, Texas.

Bennie was a lifelong resident of East Bernard, Texas, where he was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the KJT, of which he belonged for more...

Johnny Mack Byrd

Johnny Mack Byrd

Jan 13, 2026

Johnny Mack Byrd passed away on January 13th, 2026, in Eagle Lake, Texas (one week shy of his 85 birthday) with his family by his side. He was born on January 20th, 1941, in Bay City, Texas, the son of Carlos Daniel (Dan) Byrd and Elba (Lloyd) Byrd.

Mack was a loved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He went into the...

Vicky Aguilar

Vicky Aguilar

Dec 13, 2025

Vicky Aguilar of El Campo passed surrounded by her loved ones December 13th 2025. She was born on April 17th 1981 in Wharton Tx. to Julia Gonzalez, and the late Samuel Gonzalez, the late Biological father Walter Villarreal Sr.

She is survived by her Daughters, Samantha Misner (Aaron), Kourtney Montes (Alex), Desiree Llanos (Anthony), and Haley Washington (Lee Andrew).

Her grandchildren, Raiden...

William S. House

William S. House

Dec 10, 2025

William Scott House of Wharton, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 10, 2025, with his wife, Norma Jean, by his side. Scottie was born in Seminole, Oklahoma on July 11, 1929, making him 96 and a half years old at the time of his passing. He was the son of William Edward House and Elsie...

Blossom German Prado

Blossom German Prado

Oct 15, 2025

Blossom German Prado, 78, born on June 13, 1947, in Houston, passed on October 15, 2025.

Blossom adored her family and had a great love for gardening,

She is preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Francis German, and her husband, Emilio Prado.

She is survived by her children, Anita Perez, Dolores Perez, Elvira Flores, Marguerita Flores, David Flores Jr., Emilio Javier...

Citlali Perez Hernandez

Citlali Perez Hernandez

Oct 9, 2025

Citlali Perez Hernandez, 25, born in Houston, Texas on March 30, 2000, passed away tragically on October 09, 2025.

Citlali was a loving daughter, sister, mother and friend to all that knew her, she loved sunflowers and adored her 3 children dearly. She worked at the local Dairy Queen here in EB, and was attending cosmetology school.

She is preceded in death...

Philip "Booboo" Garcia

Philip "Booboo" Garcia

Sep 27, 2025

Philip Garcia, lovingly known as “Booboo” to his close family and friends, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was 41 years old.

Born on March 14, 1984, Philip was a beloved husband, father, son, and brother. He will be remembered for his fierce loyalty, his generous heart, and his constant willingness to lend a helping...

Juana Mendez

Juana Mendez

Aug 9, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that the family of Juana Mendez announces her passing. Juana entered into eternal rest surrounded by the love of her family.

Born into a large and devoted family, Juana was the beloved wife of Tiburcio Mendez, with whom she shared a lifetime of faith, love, and dedication. She was the cherished mother of Delia...

Elisha Ann Torres

Elisha Ann Torres

Jun 6, 2025

Elisha Ann Torres ,44, of Needville, Tx was born on March 8,1981 in Wharton, Tx and she went to be with our Lord and Savior on June 6,2025 in Sugarland,Tx.

Elisha was a loving and sweet, beautiful soul. Always full of life and love. She was never a stranger to others, always caring and friendly. She loved music and loved dancing....

Shanon A Hanson

Shanon A Hanson

May 16, 2025

Shanon A Hanson, 62, born in East Bernard, Texas on March 25, 1963, passed away on May 16, 2025 in Livingston, Texas. 

She is survived by her loving family.

Hipolito Lopez Jr.

Hipolito Lopez Jr.

May 13, 2025

Hipolito Lopez Jr., 44, passed away on May 13, 2025, in Kendleton, Texas. He was born on October 8, 1980, in Houston, Texas to Hipolito Sr. and Rafaela Lopez. He was a loving and devoted husband to his wife Victoria Salinas and his children. He enjoyed building low riders, watching westerners, watching the Texans, teaching others, always wanting to learn...

Raul Ibarra

Raul Ibarra

Apr 25, 2025

Raul “Roy” Ibarra, 68, passed away on April 25, 2025, in Richmond, Texas. He was born on December 13, 1956, in Waelder, Texas, to Saul Ibarra Sr. and Alicia Rodriguez. He married his loving and beloved wife Elvira Izaguirre Rodriguez on January 24, 1987. Roy worked as a farmer laborer, he was a hard worker, loved spending time with his...

Celia "Sallie" Tovar Sosa

Celia "Sallie" Tovar Sosa

Apr 13, 2025

Celia (Sallie) Tovar Sosa, a lifelong resident of East Bernard, Texas, passed away on April 13, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on June 29, 1951, Sallie was a strong and steady presence for her family, offering love, guidance, and quiet strength throughout her life.

Sallie graduated from East Bernard High School, where she shone as both an athlete and...

Janie Delgado Montalbo

Janie Delgado Montalbo

Mar 13, 2025

Juanita (Janie) Delgado Montalbo, 72, born on May 16, 1952, in Kendleton, Texas passed away on March 13, 2025. Surrounded by her loving family .. Janie was loved by so many people, and she touched many lives with her beautiful spirit. Janie loved to take all her grandchildren fishing. She loved to work on her plants and had all her...

Magnus Reed Shepherd

Magnus Reed Shepherd

Feb 13, 2025

In loving Memory of Magnus Reed Shepherd.

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Magnus Reed Shepherd, who was born on February 4, 2025, and returned home to his Heavenly Father on Thursday, February 13, 2025. The name Magnus means "great or mighty," while Reed signifies "red." Just as his name suggests, Magnus was...

Manuel Diaz Lopez

Manuel Diaz Lopez

Dec 22, 2024

Manuel Diaz Lopez, age 83, born in Monterrey Nuevo León Mexico on April 10, 1941, passed away on December 22, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Manuel was a man of simple joys and deep love for those around him. He enjoyed playing bingo, spending time with his family, and creating with his hands. Whether he was building something or working...

Vinn Ouch

Vinn Ouch

Nov 30, 2024

Vinn Ouch age 91 born on March 3, 1933 in Battambang, Cambodia, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on November 30, 2024. 

She will missed by her loving family and friends.