Obituaries

Jan 22, 2022

Victoria Velasquez Gonzales, 80, of Winters, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 22, 2022.

She was born on November 17, 1941, to Antonio and Paulita (Garcia) Velasquez in Laredo, Texas.  Victoria was a very hard worker, spent over 30 years working for dry manufacturing, and ran LG’s Place in Winters for over 31 years.  On November...

Jan 21, 2022

Johnnie Kay Petrey, aged 50 years old, adoring wife to Gary L. Petrey and loving mother, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior suddenly and unexpectedly on January 21, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her Father Bill Moser.

She was born May 26, 1971, in Big Spring, Tx to Bill and...

Jan 20, 2022

Alex Sauceda Rodriguez, 76, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 20, 2022.

He was born on Thursday, June 14, 1945, to Matias and Juliana (Sauceda) Rodriguez in Ballinger, Texas.  On June 15, 1974, he married the love of his life, Delphine Rodriguez Escobar, and together they shared over 40 beautiful years until her passing...

Jan 19, 2022

Arnold Robert Matthiesen, 92, of Olfen, Texas passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, January 19, 2022.

He was born on Sunday, July 28, 1929, to Joe and Rosa Matthiesen in Olfen.

On August 22, 1951, he married his forever love Charlene Halfmann and together they shared 70 beautiful years before his passing.  In...

Jan 18, 2022

Ronald John Hovorak, age 75, passed away in Portland, Oregon on Wednesday, the 18 th of January 2022.

He was the adventurous one of all the family.  He left Texas in 1967 when he joined the Air Force.  Following basic training, he was stationed at Luke Air Force Base.  Once he served his country during the Vietnam...

Jan 17, 2022

Danny “Dan” Ray Stoker, 76, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 17, 2022.

He was born on October 28, 1945, to Aaron and Orpha (Smith) Stoker in Henderson, Texas.  As soon as he graduated from high school, he entered directly into his position in law enforcement.  He was a deputy for the Runnels County...

Jan 16, 2022

Ruby Emma Carter (neé Stephan), 85, of Winters passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Winters Healthcare and Rehab Center.

Ruby was born May 27, 1936, in Merkel to Alwin Gustav Stephan and Elsa Pauline Stephan (neé Nolte). Sister to Robert Stephan, Marie Braune & Norma Stapleton. Married October 18, 1957, she was the wife of Frank...

Jan 15, 2022

Sherman Lee Pounds, 97, passed away at his residence in Ballinger, Texas on Saturday, January 15, 2022.

Sherman was born to Wilbur and Katie Pounds on April 8, 1924, in Kilgore, Texas.  He married Alvis Dunham on May 28, 1980.  Sherman was a Corporal in the United States Marines.  He worked many years as a welder/fabricator in...

Jan 14, 2022

Vonda Jean Charles, 74, of Norton, Texas, passed to her permanent home in Heaven on Friday, January 14, 2022.

She was born on July 12, 1947, to LeRoy and Mildred (Burks) Burris in Ballinger, Texas. Vonda was best known for her role as Activity Director for the nursing home in Ballinger for over 20 years.  She loved...

Jan 10, 2022

Jimmy M. Watkins, 67, of Jones Creek, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 10, 2022.

He was born on April 23, 1954, to Denver and Joy (Burris) Watkins in Ballinger, Texas.  Jimmy was an athletic man, that loved the great outdoors.  Whether he was playing baseball with his family, windsurfing, fishing, or dancing with the love...

Dec 24, 2021

Jimmie Ella (Baker) Jones age 102 of Ballinger, Texas passed away Friday, December 24, 2021, in Coleman, Texas. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, in the Evergreen Cemetery, Ballinger, Texas. Jimmie was born May 8, 1919, in Milano, Texas to the late James Edward Baker and Ella Sledge Halpain. Jimmie was preceded...

Dec 16, 2021

Jose Angel Gonzales, 77, of Ballinger, Texas passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 16, 2021.

He was born on August 2, 1944, to Mike and Paula Gonzales in Gonzales, Texas. Jose married Olivia Perez in 1964 at St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Ballinger, Texas and together they shared over 57 years of ups...

Dec 15, 2021

Loretta Rose Herrington, 77, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, surrounded by family.

She was born on Saturday, May 8, 1944, to Claude Anton and Laura Ruby (King) Peterson in Newcastle, Wyoming.  Loretta was a jack of all trades and took up many different roles during her beautiful life.  From working cattle...

Dec 13, 2021

William "Butch” Lee Engle, 77, of Paint Rock, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021, at Shannon Hospital in San Angelo, Texas.

Butch was born on June 12, 1944, in O'Donnell, Texas to Leo and Lorene (Summers) Engle. Butch served in the Army National Guard and spent most of his career as a truck driver.

Dec 9, 2021

James Marlin Davis, 90, of Norton, TX left for his heavenly home on his birthday, Thursday, December 9, 2021.

He was born on December 9, 1931, to Clyde Cash “Pouch” and Clara Belle “Nanna” Davis in Maverick, TX.  On February 1, 1951 he married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Nell Hambright. Together...

Dec 2, 2021

Don Alan Schroeder passed away peacefully in his home in Eden, Texas Thursday evening December 2, 2021. He was born in San Angelo on February 13, 1939, to Henry F. Schroeder and Nora (Williams) Schroeder. Don and his older brother Berry and younger sister Lynette grew up together on their parent’s farm in Lowake, Texas, and attended first through...

Nov 29, 2021

Howell Earl Jones, 78, of Ballinger, passed away Monday, November 29, 2021, at Ballinger Memorial Hospital.

Howell was born on August 27, 1943, in Ballinger, Texas to Howell Earl and Dollie Mae (Gardner) Jones.  He married Jeanette Marie Batchelor on December 18, 1964, in Ballinger.  Howell served in the United States Army from 1962 to 1965.  He...

Nov 29, 2021

Isreal Fernandez, 75, of Ballinger, Texas passed away on November 29, 2021.

He was born November 4, 1946, to Sebastián and Inosente Fernandez in Rock Springs, Texas.  He was a humble husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.  He was always willing to put everyone before himself.  He loved the Lord and made great efforts to attend church...

Nov 27, 2021

Monie (Holt) Nuckles, 67, of Ballinger Texas, passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021, at her residence.

She was born on Sunday, September 12, 1954, to William and Joretta (Marsh) Holt in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She married Richard “Rick” Nuckles on November 19, 1972, in Colfax North Carolina.  Monie honorably served her country in the Women’s Army Corp...

Nov 27, 2021

Obituary for Manuel Martinez

Manuel Martinez, 61, passed away on November 27, 2021, at Shannon Medical Center.

He was born on June 6, 1960, to Alex and Lilly (Jimenez) Martinez in Bronte, Texas.  Manuel lived and farmed in Norton, Texas for many years. He also worked as a ranch hand and a mechanic.

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