Shultz Funeral Home & Crematory

10/12/2026

10/09/2026

Karen D. Keown

Karen Keown, 70, of Brookeland passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A Funeral Mass Service will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at St. Raymond’s Mission Church in Brookeland, Texas. Karen was born on September 15, 1956 in Kingsville, Texas to Gerald & Mary Hethcoat. A resident of Austin for 25 years, she retired from the State of Texas as an Administrative Assistant and began retirement at the lake in 2019....

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10/09/2026

Did you know scattering a loved one's ashes is allowed at most U.S. National Parks? It is! If scattering at a majestic outdoor location feels like the best way to honor a loved one's life, check out this quick guide with helpful answers to frequently asked questions as well as links to participating U.S. National Parks!

Did you know you can scatter a loved one's ashes at National Parks? Check out this quick guide to learn more about this cremation option.

10/06/2026

James "Jim" Austin Bailey Sr.

James Austin Bailey Sr. was born July 3rd, 1941 in Paris, TX and was adopted shortly after by Lige and Ethel Bailey. Growing up, he called Beaumont, TX home alongside his parents and younger sister Sarah Dunham. He graduated from Beaumont’s French High School and it was there that he met his first wife Emma Jane Sheffield. Together they had three sons, James Bailey Jr., Curtis Bailey, and Douglas Bailey. Throughout his life, he worked across many trades, but he...

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10/05/2026

The Celebration of Life for Edna Akers

10/02/2026

When you lose a loved one, you may experience changes in your behavior. Read this article to learn about some behavioral shifts you might face and practical ways to navigate them.

After the loss of a loved one, it is normal to experience behavioral changes. In this article, learn about common changes you can expect and positive ways to overcome them.

10/01/2026

Edna Akers

Edna Akers, 92, of Jasper passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026 in Jasper, Texas. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Shultz Funeral Home in Jasper. The family will greet friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. A private interment will be held at Decker Prairie Cemetery in Magnolia, Texas. Edna Ophelia Akers was born on September 17, 1934 in Goosecreek, Texas to...

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10/01/2026

As we mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, remember those who’ve fought the fight, encourage those in the midst of the battle, and do all you can to decrease your own risk.

09/29/2026

Cecil "Gene" Ellison

Cecil “Gene” Ellison, 81, of Colmesneil passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026 in Houston, Texas. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at Shultz Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Gene was born on October 31, 1944 to Mac & Adell Nash Ellison in Colmesneil, Texas. A member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, he had been a lifelong resident...

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