Brenham Memorial Chapel

04/01/2026

We would love if you could vote for Brenham Memorial Chapel as Best in Washington County 2026, we would greatly appreciate it.

We are honored to serve our community every day, and your trust means everything to us.

Your vote is more than recognition, it’s a reflection of the families we’ve had the privilege to serve. Thank you for allowing us to walk alongside you in life’s most meaningful moments.

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03/16/2026

Our condolences to the family of Clarence Roy Martin.

Clarence Roy Martin, 94, of Brenham passed away March 9, 2026. Clarence was born the second oldest of 8 siblings. He was born February 10, 1932 in Houston, Texas to Adam and Helen (Weber) Martin. He married Nora Bastian on June 1, 1957. Together they were blessed with 62 years of marriage....

03/12/2026

Our condolences to the family of Coleen Rhea Murphey.

Coleen Rhea Murphey, age 87, of Brenham, Texas, passed away on March 6, 2026. Coleen was born in Lawton, Oklahoma, to the late Paul Metcalf and Eva Grace Venture. She spent many years building a life centered around family, faith, and creativity. On December 3, 1987, she married Jewel William...

03/05/2026

Our condolences to the family of Jane Long Hielscher.

Jane Long Hielscher, 82, of Brenham passed away March 3, 2026. Jane was born to Gary and Sarah (Fuqua) Long in Huntsville, Texas on October 12, 1943. Jane grew up in Shiro, Texas, where she and her twin sister were raised by her mother and her grandmother, Fannie Davis Fuqua. Jane was a 1962...

02/11/2026

Our condolences to the family of Wayne Sunderhuse.

Wayne Eugene Sunderhuse, 82, of Brenham, Texas, passed away on February 10, 2026, at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center. He was born on August 7, 1943, in Brenham, Texas to Wallace and Vada Sunderhuse. Wayne spent nearly 30 years working for Blue Bell Creamery as a truck driver and site...

02/04/2026

Our condolences to the family of Ann Watson.

Thara Ann Watson, age 89, of Chappell Hill, and the widow of John E. Watson passed away on February 2, 2026. Thara “Ann” was born in Wallace, N.C. on December 29, 1936 to John C. and Thara (Biggs) Campbell. The seventh of eight children, she was the last surviving sibling. She cherished her...

02/02/2026

Our condolences to the family of James "Jim" Mike Kite.

James “Jim” Mike Kite passed away January 29, 2026. Jim was born in Luling, Texas, on April 19, 1935, to Elzie Ray and Viola (Karl) Kite. He was a graduate of 1953 from Rosewell High School in Rosewell, New Mexico. He attended several colleges, including the University of New Mexico in...

02/02/2026

Our condolences to the family of Veril "Dick" Dietzmann.

Veril Vanu (Dick) Dietzmann, 91 years of age, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, surrounded by family. Veril (Dick) Dietzmann was born November 21,1934 in Brenham to C.F. and Lillie (Naumann) Dietzmann. He was baptized at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church of Gay Hill and confirmed at...

01/14/2026

Our condolences to the family of David Gene Roehling.

David Gene Roehling, 85 of Brenham passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026. Leaving behind a legacy of dedication, service, and love for his family and community. David was born on December 14, 1940, in Brenham, Texas, to Harry and Esther (Addicks) Roehling. He attended Brenham schools and...

01/13/2026

Our condolences to the family of Betty Lou DeBerg Rost Bradley.

Betty Lou DeBerg Rost Bradley peacefully passed into the arms of her Savior on January 11, 2026, at Baylor Scott & White in College Station, Texas. Until the very end, Betty maintained her s***k, compassion for others, and passion for evangelical ministry. She consistently expressed deep gratitu...

01/10/2026

Our condolences to the family of Daniel Stepan.

Daniel Dennis Stepan, age 97, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, while residing at Kruse Village in Brenham, Texas. Dan was born on July 5, 1928, to John Anton and Lillie (Maresh) Stepan in the small farming community of Bleiblerville, Texas. He was the first of ten children...

01/08/2026

Our condolences to the family of Daniel Clint Krause.

Daniel Clint Krause, age 80, passed away on January 6, 2026, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Katy, Texas. Daniel was born on April 29, 1945, in Brenham, Texas, to Henry and Louise Krause, Sr. He grew up in Brenham and graduated from Brenham High School, where he proudly played football. Daniel...