Recent Obituaries
James H. Jones
Oct 14, 2021
On October 14, 2021 at the age of 73, James Harold Jones slipped away to his Heavenly home. He was born in Booneville, Mississippi on December 8, 1947 to Perry and Lillie Bell Jones. He was preceded in death by his parents, mother- and father-in-law, seven brothers, and four sisters. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years,...
Ruby Jo Charles Mercer
Oct 10, 2021
Ruby Jo Charles Mercer passed away on October 10, 2021, in Lytle, Texas at the age of 79.
She was born on March 19, 1942, to Joe and Mary Charles in San Antonio, Texas.
Ruby is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Mary Charles; brother, Jesse Charles; husband, Jesse Walker Mercer.
She is survived by her loving daughter,...
Hector J. Gonzales
Oct 8, 2021
Hector J. Gonzales, passed away on October 8, 2021 at the age of 28.
He is survived by his loving mother, Virginia Garza; brother, Mark Pena; sister, Angelica Hernandez; nephew, Ghodrik Hernandez; nieces, Pandora Sierra, Amethyst Pena; aunt, Rosalinda Aguirre (Richard); uncles, Manuel Garza (Janie), Juan Garza, Roy Garza, Emilio Ybarra (Elda), Joe Ortega (Charlotte) and an extended...
Rene G. Adame Jr.
Oct 8, 2021
Rene George Adame Jr., 36 of Pearsall, TX entered to rest on October 8, 2021, in Pearsall, TX. He was born on September 17, 1985, in San Antonio, Texas, to Rene & Edna Adame.
He is proceeded into death by his grandfathers; Oscar Cubriel Sr. and George Adame; Aunt, Norma C. Gonzales; cousin, Jennifer Gonzales.
He is survived by his...
Linda Beth Pilgrim
Oct 7, 2021
Linda Beth (Gardner) Pilgrim of Devine, Tx., passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at the age of 74. Linda was born August 5, 1947 in San Antonio, Tx. to Wylie Franklin Gardner of San Antonio, Tx., and Ernestine Elizabeth Ouzts of Gibsland, Louisiana. Linda graduated from Devine High School and received a degree from Brazosport College. She lived...
Rosemary Mandujano Vargas
Oct 6, 2021
Rosemary Mandujano Vargas, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on October 6, 2021 at the age of 72. Rosemary grew up in Crystal City where she met and married her high-school sweetheart. She spent many years working in several roles within the school district, her favorite one being a librarian’s aide! But her true love...
Richard Earl Brooks
Oct 6, 2021
Richard Earl Brooks was adopted by Kenneth and Gerldine Brooks of Darst Creek, Tx when he was 6 years old, and shortly before the birth of his brother, Kenny.
Richard loved animals. In high school, he raised sheep each year for the annual stock show. He also kept dogs throughout his life. He loved them, and they loved him back.
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Howard Franklin "Tooty" Carroll
Oct 5, 2021
(Howard Franklin) Tooty Carroll, age 87, died on October 5, 2021.
He was born to Ellis and Ruby Carroll on February 18, 1934, in Pearsall, Texas where he was raised and attended school. He was a star running back and track star for the Mavericks and played football for one season for the Longhorns at The University of Texas...
Gloria S. Rios
Oct 5, 2021
Gloria Rios 75, of Pearsall passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. She was born on March 9, 1946, to Isidro and Beatrice Salcedo.
Gloria "Lole" is survived by her children Ruby S. Rios of Pearsall and David S Rios (Lucinda Rios) of New Braunfels, siblings, Joe Salcedo and family, Connie Sanchez and family, Dora S. Luna and family, Rudy...
Richard Lynn Strong
Oct 4, 2021
Richard Lynn Strong was born on May 10, 1960 to Al and Rexene Strong. He grew up in Pearsall and graduated from Pearsall High School in 1978. He spent his life serving the Pearsall community. Richard was a Master Mason and past Master of Frio Lodge #399. He was truly known as everyone’s best friend. He had a smile and...
Jennifer Marie Gonzales
Oct 4, 2021
On October 4, 2021, Jennifer Marie Gonzales born in San Antonio, Texas on January 7, 1980, made a glorious exit to be with our lord.She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Norma Gonzales, her grandparents Juan and Rosa Gonzales, and Oscar Cubriel Sr.She is survived by her children, Jaren and spouse Miranda Gonzales, Jayden Gonzales, Jaelen Gonzales,...
Pablo Luna Chavez
Oct 3, 2021
Pablo L. Chavez entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 3, 2021.
Pablo L. Chavez was born to Francisca Luna Chavez on January 26, 1946, in Pearsall, Texas. He was a proud Marine veteran and was deeply loved by many and will be dearly missed.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Francisca Luna Chavez, sister Virginia Viesca and...
Kevin Baxter Dunn
Oct 2, 2021
Kevin B. Dunn was born on October 14, 1951, in Corpus Christi Tx. To Morris and Ellen Dunn. He entered the gates of Heaven on October 2, 2021.He is survived by his wife, Marilyn W. Dunn of Dilley, son, Brian Dunn of San Antonio, daughter, Sara Dunn of San Antonio, stepsons, Lance Smyth and Tres Smyth of Uvalde and Dilley,...
Clifton Wayne Schmidt
Oct 1, 2021
Clifton Wayne Schmidt, age 60 of Devine, Texas passed away Friday, October 1, 2021. He was born May 3, 1961, in San Antonio, Texas. Clifton is preceded in death by his mother, Sharon Ranzau.He is survived by his Daughter, Brandi Schmidt; Sister, Michelle Ranzau McKee (Kevin); Uncle, Ernie Schmidt, Uncle, Robert Schmidt; Mother of Brandi, Lorri Hendrick; girlfriend, Deborah Schulte;...
Joann Gallegos
Oct 1, 2021
Joann Gallegos, 55 of Pearsall passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021, at her residence in Pearsall. Joann was a Pediatric nurse for 19 years in Cooks Children's Hospital in Ft. Worth Texas. She loved God and people. She never met a stranger everywhere she went. She had a vibrate smile and laugh that will never be forgotten.
Joann is...
Connie Lea Nixon
Oct 1, 2021
Connie Lea Nixon entered the gates of heaven Friday, October 1, 2021. She was born September 27, 1958.
She was a devoted wife and mother, daughter, sister, and mother-in-law. Connie spent many years working as a secretary/treasurer for Bethel Assembly of God and Nixon Construction. Other employers included Medina Valley State Bank and Chaparral Ford.
She is preceded...
Juan Jose Fonseca
Sep 29, 2021
Juan Jose Fonseca, age 61 of Bigfoot, Texas passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021. He was born on August 12, 1960, to parents, Augustine and Romana Gomez Fonseca in Mercedes, Texas.
He is survived by his wife, Amalia Gomez; children, Sandy Fonseca, Juan Fonseca, Gabriel Fonseca and wife, Michelle Castro, April Fonseca, Rolando Fonseca, and Augustine Fonseca; brothers, Daniel...
Antonio Mendez
Sep 28, 2021
Antonio Mendez, born April 4, 1970, to Jose and Consuelo Mendez, passed away on September 28, 2021, at the age of 51. He is survived by his loving wife, Eloisa Franco; daughter, Diana Mendez; son, Marco Mendez; 10 brothers and sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be from 5 pm - 9 pm at Hurley Funeral Home...
Darrell Ray Lumbert
Sep 28, 2021
Darrell Ray Lumbert, passed away on September 28, 2021, at the age of 59. He was born on December 4, 1961 to Levi and Barbara Lumbert in Enid, OK.
Darrell was preceded in death by his parents and niece, Lindsey.
He is survived by his sister, Deborah Lumbert; brothers, David Lee Lumbert and Danny Edward Lumbert; nephew, Scott; niece, Alicia...
Guadalupe Castro
Sep 27, 2021
Master Sergeant, Guadalupe Castro, (Retired), age 79, of Lytle, Texas, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021. He was born March 4, 1942, to parents, Anselmo and Estella Castro in San Antonio, Texas. Guadalupe is survived by his wife of 49 years Elizabeth Castro; SONS: Guadalupe Castro, III (wife Emily), Henry V. Castro (wife Oralia); eleven grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; BROTHERS:...

