Obituaries

Oct 10, 2022

Hilmer Leo Halfmann, 83, of Olfen peacefully passed away in his home surrounded by family on October 10, 2022.

Hilmer was born January 25, 1939 in Olfen, Texas, to Anton and Alice Schrade Halfmann.  After graduating from St. Joseph’s Catholic School in 1958, he proudly served in the Army National Guard. On May 8, 1965, he married...

Oct 6, 2022

Jose Angel Gonzales, Jr., 57 of Ballinger, Texas passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at Central Texas Nursing and Rehabilitation.

He was born on January 17, 1965, to Jose Angel and Olivia (Perez) Gonzales, Sr. in Ballinger, Texas.

Jose is preceded in death by his father, Jose Angel Gonzales, Sr.

He...

Oct 2, 2022

Beloved father, Papaw, and friend to many, Clarence Newton Hallmark, 95 of Ballinger, left for his heavenly home on Sunday, October 2, 2022.  He was born to Isaac Newton Hallmark and Minnie Peel Hallmark on July 1, 1927, in McCullough County.  He spent his early childhood near Doole in the Gansel community.  His family later moved to Paint Rock,...

Sep 30, 2022

Louise Ladene Walker was born June 20, 1944, in San Angelo, TX to Harold and Johnnie Wright of Miles, TX. Louise attended Miles schools for her education. On June 15, 1963, she married the love of her life, Johnny R. Walker. Louise and Johnny had two daughters, Brenda and Cindy. They were strong and loving parents. Louise and Johnny...

Sep 27, 2022

Ronald Presley, 74, of Winters, Texas, passed away September 27, as the result of a vehicle accident.  Born, James Ronald Presley, on September 15, 1948, in Winters to (James) Hollis and (Bertie) Faye Seals.  He grew up in the Crews area and attended Winters schools.  As an adolescent, he started what would be the first of many cattle herds...

Sep 27, 2022

Jeffery Len Stewart, 42, of Ballinger, Texas was taken from us unexpectedly on September 27, 2022.

Jeffrey married Cristal Dennis on April 17, 1999.  They raised three children, Damien, Ashley, and David.

Jeffery is preceded in death by his father, Terry Len Stewart of Winters; his maternal grandparents, J.B. and Doll Guy of Winters; his...

Sep 25, 2022

Olivia Perez, 92, of Ballinger passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2022, at Ballinger Memorial Hospital.

Olivia was born in Ballinger, Texas, on Monday, May 12, 1930, to Jose and Theodora (Canada) Ramirez. She loved to tend to her flowers, and she also liked to bake delicious banana, pumpkin, and all sorts of breads and empanadas. Most...

Sep 18, 2022

Norma Jo Collins, 71, of Winters, Texas passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on September 18, 2022.

She was born on January 3, 1951, to James and La Dola Evelyn (Kelley) Bates in Midland, Texas.  She married the love of her life, David Mark Collins, on March 3, 1982, in Winters, Texas, and together they shared...

Sep 16, 2022

Rodger was born October 6, 1946, to Janie B Bradley Houston and Sidney B Houston in Winters, Texas.  Rodger attended Clyde High School where he played football.  He spent his adult life in San Angelo, Texas.  Rodger loved life, music-listening and playing, his family, his friends, Dr. Pepper, and cookies.  Rodger was a natural musician with the ability to...

Sep 14, 2022

James Larry Summers, 83 of Winters passed away Thursday, September 15, 2022 at North Runnels Hospital in Winters.

Larry loved gardening, especially tending to his roses. He was a world traveler, an avid HAM Operator, a storm chaser, outgoing, music-loving businessman.

He leaves behind his son, whom he adored, James Ricky Ryan Summers of Winters....

Sep 13, 2022

Raymond P. Hernandez, 77, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at his residence in Ballinger.

He was born on Thursday, August 9, 1945, to Robert and Concepcion (Penilla) Hernandez in Eden, Texas. Raymond married Delia Nunez on February 26, 1967, in Ballinger and together they shared 55 years of marriage.

Raymond was known to all...

Sep 10, 2022

On September 10, 2022, Larry N. Lusby, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend to many, passed away at the age of 76 after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Plainview, Texas to N. A. and Doshie Pearl Lusby on March 10, 1946. His early years were spent in Post, Texas. At the age of...

Sep 9, 2022

Juanita Galvan Picon, 93, of San Angelo formerly of Ballinger, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022, at Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, Texas.

She was born May 20, 1929, in Hatchel, Texas to Julio Galvan, Sr., and Ricarda Castellano.

She had lived in Ballinger nearly all of her life and was a loving wife,...

Aug 30, 2022

Alvin Anthony Gerngross, 90, passed away on August 30, 2022, at Matador Health and Rehab Center in Matador, Texas.

Alvin was born on June 17, 1932, to John and Johana “Janie” (Multer) Gerngross, in Olfen, Texas where he spent the majority of his life farming and ranching.  He was a faithful member of St. Boniface Catholic Church...

Aug 30, 2022

Nancy Lee Dusek, 73, passed away at Central Texas Nursing and Rehab on August 30, 2022.

Nancy was born on May 27, 1949, to Herndon and Jessie Melton.  She was their only child.  She graduated from Central High School in 1967.  After high school, she attended Angelo State University for one and a half years.  She worked...

Aug 23, 2022

Harriet Greear, 63, of Ballinger, was called home to our lord on August 23, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, September 8, 2022, at Grace Fellowship Church. 609 N. 9th St. Ballinger, TX. Harriet was born September 6, 1958, in San Angelo, TX, to Harper Edward Baldwin and Dixie Sloan. She remained in the...

Aug 23, 2022

Justin “JB” Edward Batko 37 of Paint Rock, Texas, beloved husband, father, son, and brother passed away unexpectedly on August 23, 2022, in Paint Rock, Tx. Justin was born August 21, 1985, in San Angelo, Tx.

A visitation for Justin will be held Monday, August 29th from 5 to 7 PM at Lange Funeral Home in Ballinger,...

Aug 23, 2022

Richard Toliver, 87, of Ballinger Texas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at Ballinger Healthcare and Rehab.  He was born on August 18, 1935, to Henry Lee and Margarette (Fitch) Toliver in Jacksonville, Texas.  He married Margie McDaniel, on June 4, 1966, in Hugo, Oklahoma.

Richard's career included management in the railway industry, teaching, coaching,...

Aug 18, 2022

Milton Lee McMillan, 87, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2022.

He was born on December 12, 1934, to Raymond Lee and Katie (Davis) McMillan in Runnels County. In February of 1962, he married the love of his life Glenda Joyce Thomas, together they shared 60 years before her passing on July 3, 2022....

Aug 4, 2022

Juan (John-John) Guerrero, 34 of Ballinger passed away, Thursday, August 4, 2022, at his home.

He was born on May 30, 1988, to Diane Galvan in Abilene, Texas. John was considered to be a “jack of all trades”, and he loved the outdoors, carpentry, mechanics, work on tractors, his dogs, and most especially, farming. John-John was a...