obituaries
Recent obituaries in Mart, Texas
The obituaries in the Mart, TX area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Mart's history and identity.
Alfred David Weaver
Jun 9, 2026
Alfred David Weaver, affectionately known to many as “Ole Man Weaver & 84 Dave,” passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Born on April 24, 1947, Alfred lived a life marked by hard work, dedication to his family, and a genuine love for his community.
Alfred spent many years working as a printer for J.S. Barnett in Waco, Texas,...
George Stone
May 30, 2026
George Handley Stone, age 89, of Mart passed away on May 30, 2026. George was born on February 9, 1937 near Hubbard, TX. He was the youngest of three children born to Robert Cecil (R.C.) Stone and Grace Handley Stone.
George grew up around Hubbard and, when he was in the first grade, the family moved to the community of Frosa....
Donovan Popham
May 29, 2026
Donovan David Popham, born December 4, 1938, went home to join his late wife in heaven on May 29, 2026, at the age of 87. He passed away peacefully in his home in Prairie Hill, Texas.
Born in San Antonio, Texas, to Henry and Lillian Popham, Don was a cherished figure in his community, family, and to all who knew him....
James "Skipper" Lyndon Walts
May 22, 2026
Celebrating the Life of James "Skipper" Lyndon Walts
October 16, 1939 — May 22, 2026
James "Skipper" Lyndon Walts, a lifelong resident of Mart and a pillar of the farming community, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 22, 2026.
Born on October 16, 1939, to John and Lena Walts, Skipper grew up with the grit and spirit that defined his...
Kenneth Ray Lehrmann
May 20, 2026
Kenneth Ray Lehrmann, age 88, of Mart, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 20, 2026. He was born on January 7, 1938, in Marlin, Texas, to Aleck and Katharine Lehrmann.
Kenneth lived a full and meaningful life rooted in service, family, and community. As a young man, he achieved the honor of becoming an Eagle Scout, a...
Judy Jeanette (McDonald) Sealy
Apr 16, 2026
Judy Jeanette (McDonald) Sealy passed away on April 16, 2026 peacefully at home and surrounded by family. A service celebrating and honoring her life as well as giving thanks to Jesus will be held near her home in Thrall, Tx.
On September 17, 1945 in Houston, TX Judy was born to William and Matholene McDonald. Approximately a year later her brother,...
Zohlan Miguel Evan Alfaro
Apr 7, 2026
Zohlan Miguel Evan Alfaro, 22, of Mart, Texas, passed away suddenly on April 7, 2026.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Littlepage Funeral Home in Mart, Texas from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026, at First Methodist Church in Mart, Texas, at 11:00 pm and burial to follow at...
George Gibbs
Feb 9, 2026
George Thomas Gibbs, age 77, of Mart, Texas, passed away on February 9, 2026. Born on July 22, 1948, George was the son of George Gibbs and Anna Dale Gibbs, who preceded him in death along with two older sisters Martha Gibbs and Sarah “Dumpy” Newell. He lived a life marked by service to his country, dedication to education, and...
Ruth Spurlin
Feb 8, 2026
Ruth Jean Spurlin of Mart, Texas, passed away peacefully in the place she always wanted to be at her home on Texas Avenue in Mart Texas on February 8 , 2026 at the age of 96.
Ruth had a passion for living and was a lifelong fan of many things. She loved football and was a die-hard Texas Tech Red Raider...
Jimmy Wayne Davis
Jan 20, 2026
Jimmy Wayne Davis, 79, of Mart, Texas, passed away peacefully at his residence in San Antonio, Texas, on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Funeral services will be held on January 31, 2026 in Mart, TX at the First Baptist Church at 11am.
Jimmy was born on February 10, 1946, in Vernon, Texas, to Jim and Rudean Davis. As the eldest of five...
Venia Rae Brown
Jan 1, 2026
Venia Rae Gooden Brown, 100, of Mart, Texas passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026 at Wesley Woods Healthcare Center in Waco, Texas.
Venia was born on June 11, 1925 in Seadrift, Texas to Rayshall and Jewel Gooden. She graduated from El Campo High School. She moved to Freeport, Texas where she met the love of her life, Conrad Brown. They...
Jean Marie Popham
Dec 31, 2025
Jean Marie Miller Popham, born September 26, 1941, went home to heaven on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025, at the age of 84. She passed away in her home in Prairie Hill, Texas.
Jean was born in Alamosa, Colorado, to Bruce and Marie Miller. Due to her father’s work building pipelines across the United States, the family moved often, eventually...
Juanda Bramlett Manning
Dec 25, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Juanda Bramlett Manning, 95, of Cabot, Arkansas. Juanda passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, of natural causes.
Juanda was born on June 23, 1930, in Marlin, Texas, to the late Elmer and Clara (McBride) Bramlett. After growing up in Mart, Texas, she married her high school sweetheart,...
Richard Pina
Nov 15, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Richard Pina announces his passing on November 15, 2025 at the age of 46.
Richard was born on July 9, 1979 in Mexia, Texas. He graduated at Mart High School in 1998 to become a welder and he was a Jack of all trades. He could do anything to perfection. Richard could...
Joe George Tepe
Aug 7, 2025
Joe George Tepe, 86, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025 in Waco, Texas.
He was born on October 22, 1938 in Rosebud, Texas to Herman Joe Tepe and Edna Marie Vogel Tepe. Joe attended High school in Riesel, Texas where he graduated in 1955. His family were farmers. Joe farmed with his dad for many years in the Riesel area.
Joe enjoyed...
Barbara Ann Lehrmann
Aug 2, 2025
Barbara Ann Fondren Lehrmann, 82, of Mart, TX, passed from this life into Heaven to meet our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, August 2, 2025, with loved ones by her side.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., followed by a Celebration of Life service at 2:00 p.m. at Littlepage Funeral Home, 711...
Elda Caroline Federwisch
Jul 31, 2025
Elda Caroline Federwisch, age 102, went to be with her Lord in Heaven in Houston, Texas, on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Elda was born Elda Caroline Fenske, in Riesel, Texas, to her parents, Ewald and Ida Fenske, on July 27, 1923.
She was married to Reinhold C. Federwisch at Riesel Lutheran Church on February 12, 1941. At the suggestion of her sister...
Paul Ray Pogue
May 28, 2025
Paul Ray Pogue, 90, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025.
He was born January 13, 1935 in Tulia, TX to James Lemuel Pogue and Fannie Lois Thompson Pogue.
Paul graduated from Tulia High School in 1952 and then attended Baylor University and graduated from there in 1956 wth a degree in Religion.
While attending Baylor, Paul met Sherrill Jan Sheffield on a blind...
Christina Blackburn
Apr 12, 2025
Christina Suzette Hawkins Blackburn, 53 years old, went to be with her Lord in Heaven on Saturday, April 12, 2025. A celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Mart. Visitation for family and friends will be from 1:30-2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, prior to...

