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Adolph W. Lopez, Sr.

Adolph W. Lopez, Sr.

Sep 3, 2024

Adolph Weber Lopez Sr. journeyed on from this world on September 3, 2024. He was born in Bexar, Texas on October 3, 1939, to Agustine Lopez and Celia Weber, the youngest of 9 children. 

He was raised on his family farm in Atascosa, Texas, and was a graduate of Southwest High School. Upon graduating, he traveled throughout the States working as...

Tanya McCauley Tilley

Tanya McCauley Tilley

Sep 2, 2024

Tanya McCauley Tilley, of Devine, Texas, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior surrounded by her beloved family members on September 2, 2024. Born February 12, 1961 in Center, Texas. Tanya was a graduate of The University of Texas, and was an educator for 29 years with her last 9 years being in the local town of Devine....

Cayetano Viesca

Cayetano Viesca

Aug 26, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Cayetano “ Bandido” Viesca, born on August 7, 1936, in Pearsall, Texas. He peacefully departed this world on August 26, 2024, at his residence in Pearsall. 

Cayetano is survived by his daughter Maggie Morales and husband Roy Chavera Jr., His stepchildren Mike Moreno (Patty Rodriguez), Graciela Moreno ( Roberto Hernandez) Hector Moreno (Joey...

Juanita Balderrama Monreal

Juanita Balderrama Monreal

Aug 26, 2024

Juanita Balderrama Monreal, of Devine, Texas, has passed away at the age of 74. She was born March 14, 1950 and went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2024.

Juanita loved to garden, gamble, travel, and she loved the beach. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Geronimo and Emma Balderrama, siblings; Enrique Balderrama, Lalo Fabrow, Jerry Balderrama, Adelfa...

Alberto Salinas

Alberto Salinas

Aug 25, 2024

Alberto Salinas of Lytle, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the age of 69, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 23, 1955, in Lincoln, Nebraska to parents Elias Cadena Salinas and Victoria Andrade Salinas.

Alberto is preceded in death by his parents and brother Lionel Salinas. He is survived...

Franklin H. Jarussi

Franklin H. Jarussi

Aug 24, 2024

Frank Hugo Jarussi, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, passed away on August 24, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. He was in the comfort of his family. Frank was born in Billings, Montana and raised in the small rural ranch community of Joliet, Montana, where children played outside until dark and owls hooted at the rising moon. Roundups were...

Mary Frances Van Zandt McCall

Mary Frances Van Zandt McCall

Aug 20, 2024

Mary Van Zandt McCall passed away Aug. 20, 2024, at home with her family, in Lytle, Texas. She was born Aug. 24, 1930 in Ira, Texas to the late Christopher Columbus Van Zandt and Evie Bihl Van Zandt. She was the last of eleven children, six daughters and five sons. 

She was known for her loving, caring generosity over the years....

Abelardo Moran Sanchez

Abelardo Moran Sanchez

Aug 19, 2024

Abelardo M. Sanchez, 86, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, August 19, 2024. He is now home with our Lord and reunited with his loving wife. Born on August 21, 1937 in Floresville, TX to Alvaro and Herminia Sanchez. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his wife of 61 years, Irma Sanchez.

He is survived by...

Arturo Arce Flores

Arturo Arce Flores

Aug 14, 2024

Arturo Flores (age 66), has passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024.

He retired as a foreman for Alamo Community College after 15 years of service. He loved to cook, ranch, and remodel homes on his spare time. He and his wife loved to travel and go on adventurers with family and friends, and his passion since he was young was...

Gilbert Alvarez

Gilbert Alvarez

Aug 12, 2024

Gilbert Alvarez, age 84 of Atascosa, Texas entered eternal rest on Monday, August 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 16, 1939, in Lansing, Michigan to parents Francisco and Ofelia Alvarez. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Roberto Alvarez. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife Maria Luisa Alvarez; children Leticia Rodriguez, Gilbert...

Rebecca Ann Sollock - Ward

Rebecca Ann Sollock - Ward

Aug 9, 2024

Rebecca (Becky) Ann Sollock Ward died on August 9, 2024 at her home in Pearsall, Texas, surrounded by her family. She was 87 years old. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ross Ward. Rebecca is survived by her daughters Jenny Lynn Shafer (Todd) and Cindy Ann Winnick (Seth), and her son, Donald Ross Ward (Patty). She has eight...

Balentina Tellez

Balentina Tellez

Aug 9, 2024

Balentina Tellez, age 96 of Lytle, Texas entered eternal rest on Friday, August 9, 2024. She was born on February 14, 1928, to parents Benjamin Medina and Clara Navarro Medina in Wharton, Texas. 

She is preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband Ramiro Tellez; daughter Marta Alicia Tellez; brothers Bernardino Medina, Juan Medina, Benjamin Medina, Roberto Medina, Wenceslao Medina, Felipe...

Ray Howard Duncan

Ray Howard Duncan

Aug 5, 2024

Ray Howard Duncan, of Devine, Texas, has passed away at the age of 78.

Ray was an animal lover of all sorts, and a fantastic storyteller. He was quick with a joke, magic tricks for the kids, and loved Dr. Pepper. Ray was an author of numerous books that were internationally published. He was a good, and loyal friend, and would...

Mark Gentry Powell

Mark Gentry Powell

Aug 5, 2024

Mark Powell, of Lytle, Texas, has passed away at the age of 53, on August 5, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his father; Jerry Powell.

Mark leaves behind his mother; Connie Powell, sister; Kelly McDaris, nephews; Kaleb and Kaiden McDaris, nieces; Maddison McDaris, Savannah Diamond, and great nephew; Calcifer Diamond.

A private ceremony will be held in his honor. 

Funeral arrangements are...

Daniel Clayton Wood, Jr.

Daniel Clayton Wood, Jr.

Aug 3, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Clayton Wood Jr.. Danny left peacefully on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the age of 73, surrounded by loved ones who were singing his favorite church hymns, to help ease his transition. 

Danny was born in San Antonio, Texas on June 22,1951. He was the beloved son of Daniel...

Rolando Prado

Rolando Prado

Aug 1, 2024

Rolando Terri “Chevy” Prado born February 23,1960 in Pearsall, Texas Entered eternal rest on August 01, 2024 at the age of 64. He is preceded in death by his mother Amelia G. Prado, brothers Luis Prado and Margarito Prado, and niece Maggie Prado. Rolando is survived by his father Gumesindo Prado of Pearsall, his sister Mary and Lee Roy Richardson...

Reyes Mata Sevier

Reyes Mata Sevier

Jul 27, 2024

Maria Reynalda "Reyes" Mata Sevier was called home by her creator on July 27, 2024 at the age of 82. She was born on January 5, 1942, to Juan Mata and Julia Martinez Mata in San Antonio, TX. She is the second to the youngest child of seven siblings.

Reyes married Fred C. Sevier, Jr. on February 12, 1968, and immediately...

Terry R. Elliott

Terry R. Elliott

Jul 26, 2024

Terry Raymond Elliott of Natalia, TX passed away on July 26, 2024. He was born on August 22, 1955 in Castroville, TX to parents Tom and Doris Elliott. Terry is survived by his sister Sherry Elliott, nieces Cheri & Ashley Stricker, nephews Jake & Luke Stricker, and his honorary family, Dana & Willa Woodson along with their family. He is...

Emilio Siller Villarreal

Emilio Siller Villarreal

Jul 24, 2024

Emilio S. Villarreal entered eternal rest at Audie L. Murphy VA Hospital in San Antonio, Texas on July 24, 2024, at the age of 76. 

Emilio was born to Beatriz and Audon Villarreal in Pearsall, TX on May 18, 1948. 

At a young age, he started working odd jobs at Martinez grocery store and selling papers for the Pearsall Leader and Grit...

Michael Russel Walker

Michael Russel Walker

Jul 19, 2024

Michael Russel Walker, retired Fire Chief of Devine, Texas, has passed away in his home, surrounded by his loved ones, at the age of 65.

Michael has served his community as a firefighter for over 45 years, and worked on pipelines for almost 50 years. Before coming to Devine, he'd served for 25 years and retired as Fire Chief at Fairchild...

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