BASTROP COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Bastrop County Commissioner, Gary Bubba Snowden, died on Thursday afternoon, County Judge Paul Pape confirmed to KXAN.

Judge Pape said he is saddened by his death and prays for peace for his wife and family.

Bubba served as County Commissioner for a little over 6 years.

“We will miss his smile, generous spirit and dedication to the things he held dear,” said Pape.

The Bastrop Association of Sheriff’s Employees also tweeted out their condolences to the Snowden family.

There is no word yet on funeral arrangements.

County Judge Paul Pape ordered all US and Texas flags in Bastrop County be flown at half-mast starting Friday and ending Monday.

“Commissioner Snowden faithfully served Precinct 4 for a little over six years. During his term, many improvements were made throughout the precinct, including a new county annex building in Elgin, new precinct offices and maintenance facility, and enhanced conditions and operations at the County Animal Shelter,” Pape wrote. “We will miss Commissioner Snowden’s bright smile, generous spirit, and dedication to the things he held dear.”