Obituaries

Feb 22, 2024

Melinda Ann Mason was born June 1, 1947, in Ballinger, Texas, to Weyman Bryant Mason and Jessie Mae (Terry) Mason, joining the family as the third child, after Marilyn Terry Mason and Russell Terry Mason. She was soon to be joined by a younger sister who became her lifelong best friend, Martha Alice Mason. Born into a family who...

Feb 20, 2024

Arlen Aldis Vaughan, 92, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, in El Paso, Texas, due to complications of an arterial procedure.

He was born on January 14, 1932, to Ercel Edgar and Clara Marie (Baggett) Vaughan in Hatchel, Texas.  After graduating from high school, Arlen served honorably in the United States Army, rising...

Feb 17, 2024

Sandra Regina (Demler) Reeves, 80, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2024, in Abilene, Texas.

Sandra was born on November 4, 1943, in Port Arthur, Texas to E.H. and Elise (Hilton) Demler.  She was the middle child of five.  She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Port Arthur, Texas in 1961.

Sandra married in August...

Feb 17, 2024

Ernest “Ernie” Joe Rose III, 27, of Bronte, Texas, passed away alongside his beloved nephew, Trevor Wyatt Parks, on February 17, 2024.

Ernie was born on November 7, 1996, in Llano, Texas, to Ernest Joe Rose, Jr and Lou Ann Nanny. He was a vibrant soul with an outgoing personality and a great sense of humor that...

Feb 17, 2024

Trevor Wyatt Parks, 15, of Brownwood, Texas, passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2024.

He was born on December 19, 2008, to Randall Kevin Parks Jr, and Jo Lynn Nanny in San Angelo, Texas.  Wyatt grew up in Bronte and Miles, playing video games and spending time with his friends.  He loved spending time with his nieces...

Feb 15, 2024

In Loving Memory of Elizabeth Cook

October 12, 1983 - February 15, 2024

Elizabeth Cook, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished daughter, passed away on February 15, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that will forever be remembered.

She is survived by her beloved husband,...

Feb 9, 2024

Phillip Homer, 71, of Rowena, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 9, 2024, in Rowena, Texas.

Phillip was born on July 30, 1952, in Fort Worth, Texas to Jack and Betty Lou Homer. He married Karen on October 16, 2006, in Ballinger, Texas, where they shared 18 beautiful years of marriage.

He was a...

Feb 7, 2024

Veronica Lopez Aviles, 48, of Ballinger left her earthly home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, with her family by her side.

Veronica was born on October 26, 1975, to Antonio and Mary Ann (Fonseca) Lopez in Littlefield, Texas. She was a graduate of Olton High School and it was there...

Feb 2, 2024

Mary Frothingham Malatras, 92, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024, at Baycrest Assisted Living.

She was born on April 4, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York to George and Delia (Mangan) Hogan. As a young woman, she worked a CalTex in New York City, where she met the love of her life, Jack...

Feb 1, 2024

Jimmy Smith, 81, passed away on February 1, 2024.

A memorial service will be held for Jimmy on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at the Seventh Street Baptist Church in Ballinger, at 11:00 a.m.

Jan 26, 2024

Jerry Runnels Owens, 86 years old, of Tahoka passed away peacefully on January 26, 2024, with family members by his side. He was born on July 14, 1937, to Thomas Benton Owens and Josephine Annie Owens in Ballinger, TX.

Jerry was very proud to have worked over 20 years in the oilfields around the Permian Basin in...

Jan 26, 2024

Frances Cleo “Fran” Reynolds Robinson, 84, passed peacefully January 26, 2024, with her family by her side.  Frances was born in Burnet, Texas on August 15, 1939, to Eveline and Frank Reynolds. She was a member of the Church of Christ.  Fran grew up on a ranch in West Texas and graduated from Eldorado High School. She attended San...

Jan 21, 2024

Vonna Jean Peek, 83, of Paint Rock, Texas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 21, 2024.

She was born on November 14, 1940, to Walter and Geneva (Mannon) Christopher in Rector, Arkansas. At the age of 13, the family moved to Fenton Michigan where she graduated high school. She married Milton Peek, on July 25, 1962, in...

Jan 21, 2024

Karen Sue Taylor, 51, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, January 21, 2024, at her home in Ballinger, Texas.

She was born on February 3, 1972, to John Thomas and Peggy (Sue) Mullins, in Georgetown, Texas. Karen worked as the Chief Deputy Clerk in Paint Rock, Texas but more recently began working for Gandy...

Jan 16, 2024

Melissa Karen Jones, 61, of Millersview, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

She was born on September 12, 1962, to Jerry Arthur and Nancy (Thompson) Baker in Ballinger, Texas.  After graduating high school, she went on to marry the love of her life, Bryan Jones, in a ceremony on August 1,...

Jan 15, 2024

Charles “Charlie” Richard Moeller, 67, passed away at Ballinger Healthcare and Rehab on Monday, January 15, 2024.

Charlie was born on January 9, 1957, in Ballinger, Texas to Norbert and Magdalene Kocich Moeller.  He was raised on the Moeller farm north of Rowena. He attended Rowena Catholic School, Angelo State University, Texas A&M, and TSTC in Waco.  ...

Jan 14, 2024

She was her mother’s best birthday present and her father’s pride and joy.  Born on the family’s West Texas farm on November 11, 1932, during the Great Depression, the second of seven, she learned to work at her papa’s side, driving a horse-pulled wagon, chopping and picking cotton, shoes off, stickers, and scorching earth be damned.  She showed her...

Jan 12, 2024

Ethelene Lois Roberts, 83, of Ballinger, TX passed away peacefully on January 12, 2023 at Ballinger Nursing and Rehab.

She was born on January 15, 1940, to Ray and Birdie Brown in Roswell, NM. At a young age, Ethelene's family relocated to Ballinger, Texas. Ethelene lived in Uvalde for several years before making Ballinger her permanent residence....

Jan 4, 2024

Francisco “Frank” Charles Juarez, 77, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, Texas.

He was born on May 02, 1946, to Francisco and Florentina (Charles) Juarez, Sr. in San Angelo, Texas.  Frank was a hard-working man who worked for over 32 years at the Ballinger Cotton...

Jan 3, 2024

Daniel ‘Doc’ Huard, 70, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at his residence.

A memorial service will be planned at a later date.

Doc was born at Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital on June 20, 1953.  He was adopted by Father Robert P. Huard and mother Ines Pearl DeVries. Later in life,...