Roe V. Wade Lawyer Dies In Austin Home

Sarah Weddington was best known for representing 'Jane Roe' in the landmark abortion case. She died Sunday morning at 76.

Passing Of Senior Police Officer Eric Lindsey, Visitation And Funeral Services In City Of Austin

SPO Lindsey began his APD career with the 104th Cadet Class, and was commissioned on May 10, 2002.

Passing Of Senior Police Officer Jon Oldham, Visitation And Funeral Services In City Of Austin

He will be honored and remembered on Thursday, September 30, 2021, during funeral services in Killeen, Texas.

City Of Austin: Herschel Thurman Manuel

Following this he earned his Masters in 1914 from the University of Chicago, and his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois in 1917.

Longtime Travis County Commissioner Ron Davis Dead At 75

Davis was first elected to represent Precinct 1 encompassing the northeastern portion of Travis County in 1998.

Obituary: Mark Steffensmeier

A proud Veteran of the U.S. Army passes away at 80.

School Principal Dies Of Coronavirus 2 Days After He Was At Work

Jeremy LeJeune, principal at Burnet Middle School in Austin, had a rare blood vessel disorder that was likely made worse by the virus.

Obituary: Barbara D'Arcy

A former Joliet resident and substitute teacher in the Catholic grade schools has passed away at the age of 89.

Jerry Jeff Walker, Texas Singer And Songwriter, Dies At 78

Walker, who wrote the pop song “Mr. Bojangles,” died after a battle with throat cancer.

Austin Firefighter Dies After Cardiac Episode

At just 39 years old, Fire Specialist Chris Lafferre had already distinguished himself for bravery after helping to rescue stranded boaters.

Cedar Park Father Pays Tribute To Late Stepdaughter

D'Avion Lee Suon​, 20, died in a recent traffic wreck, police said in a press advisory. Her dad gave Patch a fuller picture of her life.

Obituary: Athan J. "A.J." Economides

Commercial photographer and dedicated Kiwanian, A.J. was also a long-time member of All Saints Greek Orthodox Church and the Ahepa Society

Obituary: Kenneth W. Schuchart

Kenneth was known for his love of motorcycling, drag racing, snowmobiling, and body building.

Austin Neurosurgeon Dies At Florida Race Track

Dr. Tim George, 59, experienced a medical issue near the mid-point of an auto race at a Michelin Sports Car event in Sebring Speedway.

Noted Austin Attorney Phil Durst Dead At 63

Litigator was beloved for his sense of humor and distinguished himself as much for legal acumen as for his artwork.

Former Texas Quarterback Jevan Snead​ Dead At 32

Athlete reportedly died overnight in downtown Austin in the second premature death of a former Longhorns player in as many months.

Influential Austin Artist Daniel Johnston Dead At 58

Unique singer-songwriter and visual artist who created famous 'Hi How Are You?' frog mural succumbed to heart attack Tuesday night.

Noted Austin Fashion Designer Dies Of Cancer

Stephen MacMillan Moser​, a former society columnist and fashion designer who achieved a high profile as public figure, has died at 61.

Funeral Service Set For Longhorn Great Cedric Benson

Visitation precedes on Friday, with Saturday, Aug. 24, funeral service at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, after Benson dies in crash.

Self-Made Billionaire, Presidential Hopeful Ross Perot Dies At 89

Legendary Texas businessman founded Electronic Data Systems Corp. before twice running for president as populist candidate.

Austin Artist 'Hella Sketchy' Dead At 18 From Drug Overdose

Jacob Tyler Thureson was a rising rap artist after releasing eponymous debut album earlier this year.

Woman Who Became Face Of Drunk Driving Awareness Campaign Dies

Jacqueline Garcia didn't hide her scars after a drunk driver left her disfigured. Instead, she told her story and undoubtedly saved lives.

Last Of Famed WWII 'Doolittle Raiders' Dies In San Antonio

Dick Cole idolized Lt. Col. Jimmy Doolittle, once riding his bike 25 miles to see him fly. Later, he was his co-pilot in daring Japan raid.

Former UT-Austin President Bill Powers Dies At 72

School's 28th president and its second-longest serving, Powers died after a recent fall and complications from rare muscular disorder.

UT-Austin Grad, Houston Native Killed In Kenya Terrorist Attack

Jason Spindler, a UT-Austin graduate in 2000, was killed Tuesday while he was at a luxury hotel and shopping complex targeted by gunmen.

Trailblazing Former Austin Mayor Gus Garcia Dead At 84

Civic giant's career my series of historic firsts: First Mexican American mayor; first Hispanic member, president of Austin ISD board.

UT-Austin Pays Tribute To George H.W. Bush In Illuminating Way

On the same day of the former president's funeral service, university uses centerpiece structure as canvas for its unique homage.

President George H.W. Bush Remembered As Patriot, Role Model

'America has lost a patriot and humble servant,' the Obamas said in a prepared statement as tributes pour in to honor 41st U.S. president.

Obituary: Scott R. Ammer

If you were with Scott, you were laughing, that’s it, his humor was infectious.

Austin Chefs React To News Of Anthony Bourdain's Death

In a city where renowned restaurants abound, many were personally touched by Anthony Bourdain's advice, guidance and generosity.

Longtime Humor Columnist John Kelso Dead At 73

Since 1976, writer produced a column that roasted the powerful, gave voice to the everyman and elevated the mundane to compelling narrative.

Father Of Slain UT-Austin Student Harrison Brown Passes Away In North Texas

Dr. Kurt Brown, 56, passed away Monday after a two-year battle with ALS, preceded in death by his son who was killed last month on campus.

World Renowned Mezzo Soprano, UT-Austin Grad, Barbara Smith Conrad Passes Away

Member of first group of students to integrate UT-Austin, her early struggles dealing with racism are documented in film 'When I Rise.'

Austin Music Legend Jimmy LaFave Succumbs To Cancer At 61

LaFave was one of the city's most prominent musicians after moving to Austin in the mid-1980s after a youth spent in rural Oklahoma.

Peter T. Flawn, Twice President Of UT-Austin And Renowned Geologist, Dead At 91

Flawn's impact on the school was substantive, but he also made his mark in a distinguished career as a geologist and research professor.

UT-Austin Mourns Loss Of Margaret Berry, Distinguished Alumnus, Former Dean And Historian

Influential Texas Exes Distinguished Alumnus Award winner died Sunday at the age of 101.

'Funniest Person In Austin' Lashonda Lester Passes Away

She opened a show for Marc Maron just last week at the Paramount, and was weeks away from recording her first Comedy Central special.

Developing Texas Trend In Brutally Honest Obits Holds Nothing Back

"He wasn't big on natural remedies," reads a tamer one. "But did rely on a few, his favorite being, if you can't pee, drink a Shiner Bock."

Patrick Flores, Nation's First Mexican-American Catholic Bishop, Dead At 87

The priest was in hospice care after being briefly hospitalized for treatment of pneumonia and congestive heart failure.

Austin Environmentalist Mary Gay Maxwell Remembered, Honored For Her Work

Maxwell, 78, lost control of her vehicle this week while returning from a trip to Houston.