The Obituary Section

Albert Raymond Hubenak

, Texas

Albert Raymond Hubenak passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, at the age of 90. Born July 19,1935, in El Campo, Texas, Albert lived a life defined by family, community and service to his country. He lived a fulfilled life and definitely did things his own way. One of his favorite sayings was "when the going gets tough, the tough get going." He never gave up on anything he started or believed in.Albert graduated from El Campo High School in May, 1953 and went on to earn his bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Houston. He served eight years in the active Army Reserve until 1962. He built a lifetime career in administration with Graybar Electric Company; work he took deep pride in before retiring in 1991. One of his happiest moments was retiring at 55 years old when he returned home to his roots to live…

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Camille H. Navarro

, Texas

May 16, 2026

Camille H. Navarro, 69, of Columbus, Texas, passed away on May 17, 2026 in Columbus, Texas.She was born on September 12, 1956 to Gregorio D. Hernandez and Bertha (Ramirez) Hernandez in Columbus, Texas. On April 28, 1984 she married Victor Navarro.Camille was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church.She enjoyed spending time with her family, playing bingo, cooking, baking, and going to the Farmer’s Market. Camille also loved going swimming at the pool with her grandchildren and going shopping with her friends. She especially enjoyed going to Whataburger with her husband Victor.Camille is survived by her husband Victor Navarro; sons Gregorio Rosales, Sr. and wife Tomasa, Maximino Navarro, Sr. and wife Judy, and Donnie Rosales and wife Amber; brother Thomas Hernandez; grandchildren Zachary Rosales, RosaLinda Rosales (Isaiah Albright), Gregorio Rosales, Jr., Victoria Rosales ( Draeden Amos), Vicente Rosales, John Paul Rosales, Maximino Navarro, Jr., Sylvia Navarro, Sabria Navarro, Savanah Navarro,…

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Elisa Margarita Eguia

, Texas

May 9, 2026

Elisa Margarita Eguía, 79, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and godmother to many, peacefully passed away on May 10, 2026. Born on November 16, 1946, along the border region in Laredo, “Lita” – as her immediate family called her – grew up a self-made individual after losing both her father, Nicholas Guzman, and mother, Margarita Guzman de Paniagua, as a young child. Lita became strong, spirited and deeply rooted in her faith, overcoming great obstacles. In 1966, Lita married her soulmate Daniel Eguía, who celebrated 60 years of marriage in 2026. Together they ran a successful 30-year business, creating a fulfilling life for themselves and their two daughters. The Rev. Margarita Eguía Arroyo, and Elizabeth Eguía Robinson have taken their mother’s spirited heart and soul into becoming community leaders championing and creating opportunities of hope through their own work. Lita’s legacy of love are her grandchildren: Isaiah Arroyo, Placido Daniel Garcia,…

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Amy Faye Shimek

, Texas

May 10, 2026

Amy Faye Shimek, 56, of Lone Oak, Texas, passed away on May 11, 2026.She was born on October 12, 1969 to Johnnie Charlie Shimek and Earline Margaret (Canik) Shimek in Wharton, Texas.Amy worked at Walmart in Brenham and the Brenham State School for many years.Amy enjoyed loving & taking care of her beloved pets, making crafts, growing plants and flowers and singing to her Christian songs.Amy is survived by her brother Al Wayne Shimek and wife Martha; nephews Daniel, Adam, and Everett Shimek; niece Lauren Hegarty and husband Joel; great nieces and nephews Nora, Wayne, Ellie and James Hegarty; special friends Joani Dungen, Kami and Wayne Sherrouse, and Donna Kunz; and her pets which she adored, Molly, Lacey, Ladybug and PeeWee.She was preceded in death by parents Johnnie Shimek and Earline Shimek; grandparents John and Otillia Shimek and Alfred and Emma Canik.Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, May 19,…

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