Introduction
The disappearance of Patty Vaughan on Christmas Day in 1996 remains one of Texas's most perplexing cold cases. A devoted mother of three from La Vernia, her vanishing has left a void in her family and community, with questions lingering nearly three decades later.
Background and Family Life
Born Patty Inez Brightwell on August 17, 1964, she was known for her vivacious personality and dedication to her children. In 1985, she married Jerry Ray "J.R." Vaughan, and together they had three children. The family moved frequently due to J.R.'s construction work, living in cities like Portland, Maine; Athens, Georgia; and Stafford, Virginia, before settling in La Vernia, Texas, in 1990. Patty was a stay-at-home mom, a devout Christian, and enjoyed singing in her church choir. ...Read More
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