Rodney "Bubba" David Stabeno

Rodney “Bubba” Stabeno was called home to be with his Lord on Monday, May 19th, 2025, at his home in Mart, Texas, with his wife, Vonnie, at his bedside. Bubba was 69 years old.

Bubba was born on May 17th, 1956, in Taylor, Texas, to Monroe and Lillie Stabeno.  He was a graduate of Elgin High School, Class of 1974.

Bubba was united in Holy Matrimony to Vonnie Peel in 1980. The couple lived in Elgin until 2018, moving to Mart, Texas, for retirement. Bubba was a devoted public service employee, where he worked for TXDOT for over 30 years, working on and inspecting bridges.

It came without question that Bubba had a deep love and admiration for his family. Any time Bubba was spotted in town, it was a sure bet he would have a family member with him. Outside of family, Bubba loved spending time outdoors hunting and tending his cattle. It was frequently said that Bubba had the best-looking cattle in the county. His love for hunting was something he shared with his two boys and stemmed from his father. Time spent at the deer lease was some of his most cherished moments.

Bubba was preceded in death by his parents, Monroe and Lillie Stabeno.

Bubba is survived by his loving wife of forty-five years, Vonnie Stabeno, his sons, Colton Stabeno and wife Krystal, and Hunter Stabeno; and two precious grandbabies, Emmett and Emmie. He is also survived by his two sisters, Lynette Pierce and Marilyn Grandy, along with many extended family members and close friends.

Family and Friends will gather for Visitation at Elgin Funeral Home, Wednesday, May 28th, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A Celebration of Bubba's Life will be conducted at St. Peter's Lutheran Church of Elgin, Thursday, May 29th, at 11:00 AM with Pastor Sam Brannon presiding. Interment will follow at Elgin Cemetery.