Recent Obituaries

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...

David Guerra Perez

David Guerra Perez

Jul 16, 2024

David Guerra Perez, born in Natalia, Texas, has passed away at the age of 77.

David served in the Army as a mechanic, and later owned his own mechanic shop and Texaco gas station in the Devine area. 

He is preceded in death by his parents; Juan and Adelina Perez, his brothers; Juan G. Perez (Rosa), Ricardo Perez, sisters; Minnie Garcia (Felix),...

Leslie George Hausler III

Leslie George Hausler III

Jul 15, 2024

We are saddened to announce the passing of Leslie George Hausler III. He peacefully passed away at his home in Devine, Texas on July 15, 2024. Leslie was born on April 22, 1968, in San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from Natalia High School in 1986. Leslie's contagious smile, loving heart, and bright funny spirit will forever be remembered by all...

Phyllis Nolan Caudle

Phyllis Nolan Caudle

Jul 14, 2024

Phyllis Nolan Caudle, a resident of Pearsall, Texas, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on July 14th, 2024. She had recently celebrated her 86th birthday at home surrounded by her family and enjoying the well wishes of friends.

 Phyllis was born in Junction, Texas on July 7th, 1938. The second child of an extended family of nine children. She graduated...

Celia A Sandoval

Celia A Sandoval

Jul 12, 2024

Celia A. Sandoval, of Lytle, Texas, has gone to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 68. 

Celia could be found helping her church community, she spent many hours donating her time, smile, and prayers, and pouring love into the Lytle community. Celia, lovingly called "Miss Sally", provided childcare in the Lytle community for over 30 years, and...

William "Rick" Johnson

William "Rick" Johnson

Jul 10, 2024

William Rex (Rick) Johnson went to be with our Heavenly Father on July 10, 2024, at the age of 74. Rick was born on October 21, 1949. Rick was preceded in death by his parents Irene Bergara Johnson and William Claude Johnson; his maternal grandparents, Jesus Bergara, Sr. and Margarita Casillas Bergara; his paternal grandparents, Ross Johnson and Susan Johnson;...

Robert L. Murphy

Robert L. Murphy

Jul 8, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert "Rob" Lee Murphy. On July 8, 2024, we lost a kind and gentle soul. Rob was born July 7, 1992, and during his life, he touched so many with his quirky smile and quiet laugh.

 He leaves behind his wife, Alexis Murphy, who he met in high school and had two beautiful...

Cruz "Mommy Cui" Maldonado

Cruz "Mommy Cui" Maldonado

Jul 8, 2024

Cruz (Mommy Cui) Maldonado, age 98, of Pearsall, TX passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 8, 2024. Cruz was born in Pearsall, TX on March 24, 1926, by Lusia Davila and Reyes Maynez. In her hometown, she met and married her loving husband, Reynaldo Maldonado. They married on November 18, 1942, and remained married for 41 years, until...

Kennith Stanley Mullins

Kennith Stanley Mullins

Jul 6, 2024

Kennith Stanley Mullins

87 years old

Devine, TX 78016

Kennith is survived by his wife of 65 years, Willie Mae Mullins; son and daughter-in-law, Wade and Shawn Mullins; daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Carl Wentreck; and son, Vincent Mullins; grandchildren, Wesley (Brenda) Mullins, Ryan (Dakota) Mullins, Julia (Matt) Hoog, Jacque (Paul) Mallon, Lindy (Tyler) Bradford, Wilson (Kayla) Marsh; great-grandchildren, Darian, Aaralynn, Teagan, Wade,...

Robert Wayne Delaney

Robert Wayne Delaney

Jul 5, 2024

Robert Delaney, born on September 12, 1959, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2024 at the age of 64. 

Robert is survived by his sister; Elaine Turnbow (Gary), his brother; Jim Delaney (Donna), sons; Robert Delaney Jr. (Rose), and John Delaney, daughter; Tara Wyrwich (Troy), his four grandchildren; Jacob Delaney, Jacelyn Delaney, Sydney Wyrwich, and...

Essie Louise DuBose

Essie Louise DuBose

Jul 5, 2024

 Essie Louise DuBose age 89 of Devine, Texas entered eternal rest on Friday, July 5, 2024. She was born on April 18, 1935, to parents George Ashby and Cora Ethel Garrett in Frio County, Texas.

Essie was a loving, caring, Mother and friend. Everyone who knew her was blessed to know such a kind heart. 

She is preceded in death by her...