Obituaries

Oct 22, 2023

Harry Patiño Galvan, age 63, beloved husband, dad, grandpa, and friend, passed away peacefully at his residence, surrounded by his closest family, on October 22, 2023.

Harry, also known as "Blackdayz" to many of his family and friends, was born on February 18, 1960, in Ballinger, Texas, to Jose C. Galvan and Virginia Patiño Galvan. He graduated...

Oct 13, 2023

Mrs. Teodora Contreras Torres, 86, of Miles passed away Friday, October 13, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family.

Rosary Service will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Miles. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at  10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, also...

Oct 10, 2023

Antonio Diaz Jr., a cherished husband, devoted father, beloved son, and a true friend, passed away on October 10, 2023, at the age of 48. Born on April 28, 1975, in his hometown of Coleman, TX, Antonio brought joy, laughter, and love to all those around him.

Antonio, known to many as Nuno, was a man of...

Oct 10, 2023

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Gabriel Eric Fuentes, known to many as “Cheeseburger,” a loving husband, dedicated community member, and cherished friend. Gabriel was born on April 23, 1976, and left this world on October 10, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion.

Gabriel was an...

Oct 7, 2023

Guinevere Elaine (Whisenhunt) McLarty, age 103, of Lake Whitney passed away peacefully on October 7, 2023, at her river house in Ballinger. She was born on October 10, 1919, in Ater, Texas to Ausie and Willie (Stockton) Whisenhunt.  She was the eldest of three daughters.

After receiving a teaching certificate from Tarleton College, she began her first...

Oct 7, 2023

Sister Carolyn (aka Sister Monica Rose) Pelzel, CDP, entered eternal life on October 7, 2023, at 78 years of age.  She was surrounded by various family members, and a close friend, Cindy Ford.  Carolyn was born on April 30, 1945, in Olfen, Texas, to Wilburn Paul and Ruby (Halfmann) Pelzel.   She was the oldest of their six children.  Carolyn...

Oct 5, 2023

Myrna Ray Urban passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023.

Myrna was born in Ballinger, Texas on January 7, 1941.  She lived in Miles and graduated from Miles High School in 1959.

Myrna attended McMurray College in Abilene for two years and graduated from West Texas State in Canyon, Texas in 1963.

She...

Sep 23, 2023

Wendell Keith Hovorak, 56, of Pflugerville, Texas, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023.

He was born on November 5, 1966, to Joe and Helen (Bishop) Hovorak in San Angelo, Texas.

Wendell was a unique individual who embraced life with an unwavering spirit, despite facing challenges. He found joy in the simple pleasures, and his...

Sep 15, 2023

Sharon Smith, beloved wife, mother, and nurse, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 23, 1949, in San Angelo, TX, and it was there that she touched the lives of countless individuals throughout her journey.

Sharon's passion for caregiving led her to graduate from Howard College as...

Sep 14, 2023

Edna Lanette Bundick, 60, of Blanket, Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at Central Texas Nursing in Ballinger, Texas.

She was born on November 2, 1962, to Claude and Mary Alda (Hobbs) Bundick in Brownwood, Texas.   The youngest of 9 & she was spoiled by most of them! Lanette was a kind soul, that...

Sep 9, 2023

Charles Edward Williams, 68, of Olfen, Texas, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023, in Amarillo, Texas.

He was born on October 11, 1954, to Sidney and Laverne (Green) Williams in Big Spring, Texas.   Charles was a man’s man who loved the great outdoors, especially fishing and hunting and watching the PBR on television.  His work as...

Sep 8, 2023

Gary Lynn Morgan was born June 24, 1958, in Brownwood, Texas, to Peggy and LD Hillhouse.  He was sent to join the angels in Heaven on September 8, 2023, at 1:32 a.m.  Gary was one of four children.

Gary was a hard-working truck driver who loved the open road.  He loved his family and friends and always...

Sep 5, 2023

Rodolfo Cavazos, 63, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023.

He was born on Friday, October 16, 1959, to Reynaldo and Inez (Moreno) Cavazos, Sr. in Floydada, Texas. After high school, Rodolfo honorably served his country in the US Army. He married the love of his life, Sandra Sanchez on January 25, 2003, in...

Sep 4, 2023

Matthew Stephen Guzman, lovingly known as "Matty" by his family, 29, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, September 4, 2023

He was born on September 23, 1993, to his loving parents Leon and Julie Guzman. Eight years later they welcomed his little sister Michaela. Nothing meant more to Matt than his...

Sep 3, 2023

Garrett Jason Cook, 26, of Miles, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 3, 2023.

He was born on November 26, 1996, to Reginald Paul and Christina Dawn (Offill) Cook in San Angelo, Texas.  He was a graduate of Paint Rock High School in 2015. After graduation, Garrett married his High School...

Sep 2, 2023

Robert Jerome Kohutek, Jr., 58, of Paint Rock, Texas, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023.

He was born on September 8, 1964, to Robert Jerome and Jeanette Pauline (Hirt) Kohutek, Sr., in Big Spring, Texas, but was raised by his mother-in-life, Betty Kohutek.  He married the love of his life Jera Lynn Hayes in 1988, and...

Aug 31, 2023

Jennie Beth (Allen) Fulton was born February 13, 1937, in Lamesa, Texas to Pauline (Hester) Allen and Scott Allen.  She went home to her heavenly Father, on August 31, 2023.  Jennie married Melton Durant “Chief” Fulton, on February 4, 1956, in Lamesa, Texas.

She is preceded in death by her husband “Chief”, her brother Wes (Butch) Allen,...

Aug 31, 2023

Carolyn Kay (Gurley) Rieken, 78, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023, at her residence.

Kay was born on January 28, 1945, to George and Florene (Robbins) Gurley, in Ballinger. She married her sweetheart of 57 years, Jimmie Rieken, on June 17, 1966, in Ballinger.

She is preceded in death by her parents,...

Aug 27, 2023

Myrtle Alice (Adams) Garner, 102, passed away at Ballinger Healthcare and Rehab on Sunday, August 27, 2023.

Myrtle was born on June 13, 1921, to Archie and Alice (Beauregard) Adams, in Mooringsport, Louisiana.  She married Clyde Garner on December 22, 1939.  They shared 49 years together before Clyde’s passing in 1989.  Myrtle was a resident of Eunice,...

Aug 20, 2023

Jo Anne Groat, 67, passed peacefully on August 20, 2023. She was born October 16, 1955, in Hobbes, New Mexico, to James and Betty Godfrey. She was the youngest of six children.

She is survived by her loving family: four siblings Toddle Godfrey, Linda Roberts, Janice Challenger, and Kathy Godfrey; her husband of 44 years, Carl Groat...