The Obituary Section

James Taylor Fish

, Texas

James Taylor Fish, born October 19, 1957, and called home to the Lord on October 3, 2026, was a devoted husband, a proud father, and a faithful servant of the Lord. Through a lifetime of service, Jim made caring for others a part of who he was. His life was rooted in faith, strengthened by family, and filled with the kind of love that will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew him.Jim was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and built a life defined by service, dedication, and a commitment to helping others. For 23 years, he wore the uniform of the United States Air Force, serving his country across the world in hospital administration. He retired from the military in June 2006 with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Jim also earned his Ph.D., reflecting his dedication to learning and professional growth. Following his military retirement, he…

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Wade Hampton Oshields

, Texas

Visitation will be from 530 730 pm Thursday October 15 at Memorial Funeral Chapel in Bryan. Graveside service will be 1100 am Friday at RestEver Memorial Park Cemetery. Born on November 25 1930 in Pauline South Carolina Wade was the son of Clifford and Annie Belle Vise OShields. Wade proudly served his country in the United States Army for six and a half years including service in Panama before receiving an honorable discharge. Throughout his life Wade pursued a variety of occupations and business ventures. He managed a truck stop worked as a professional painter and sold automobiles. He and his wife Lillie also operated a shrimping business together. Wade had a lifelong entrepreneurial spirit and a particular fondness for buying selling and bartering. For Wade the art of making a deal was as much a pleasure as it was a way of doing business. Wade and Lillie shared more…

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Leona Kay Stabler

, Texas

October 10, 2026

Leona Kay StablerJuly 26, 1958 – October 11, 2026Leona Kay Stabler, 68, passed away on October 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of strength, fierce devotion, and a life defined by the people she loved and the mark she left on the world.Born on July 26, 1958, in Hearne, Texas, to Barton and Kathleen Everett, Leona grew up alongside her three sisters, Susan, Katie, and Patty. The four girls spent their childhood getting into adventures, working alongside their father outdoors, and developing a love for animals that would remain with Leona throughout her life. Their home was rich in family, love, and the kind of memories that last a lifetime.Leona was, above all else, a woman of extraordinary strength. Whatever life brought her way, she found a way forward. She became a mother at a young age, raising her two sons, Thomas Barton and Lance Everett Richards. When life presented…

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William Lynn Parker

, Texas

October 9, 2026

William Lynn Parker was born on October 1, 1948, in Longview, TX. He passed away on October 10, 2026, in Bryan, Tx.Full obituary to be posted soon.

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Lanell B. Gregg

, Texas

She was preceded in death by her parents Elwood and LaVerne Bishop her husband of 39 years E. Gordon Gregg her son Mark Boultinghouse and her grandson Steven Boultinghouse. LaNell graduated with honors from Southwest Texas State Teachers College in 1954. After a long varied career she retired from Clark Thomas and Winters. After she and Gordon retired they moved back home to College Station. During her lifetime she was actively involved in community and church activities. She was a longtime member of AM Church of Christ. She and Gordon were distinguished members of the Presidents Endowed Scholarship program at Texas AM and active members of the 12th Man Foundation. LaNell is survived by her daughter Lesa Lambert and her husband Marty Lambert her grandchildren Jay Petesch Jennifer Becker Jaedyn Lambert Nicholas Anderson and Emily Anderson and greatgrandson Steven Bietz. She is also survived by Gordons daughter Sharon Majewski and…

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