Recent Obituaries
Patricia Johnson
Sep 23, 2024
Patricia (Patty) McBrien Johnson
Patricia (Patty) McBrien Johnson joined the church triumphant on the evening of September 23, 2024, just 8 days from what would have been her 96th birthday. Patty was born in Frederick, Oklahoma, on October 1, 1928, to R. A. (Buster) and Thelma McBrien. She attended Fredrick High School where she graduated in 1945. On August 6, 1946,...
Pamela Kay Patteson
Sep 23, 2024
Pamela Kay Patteson, of Devine, Texas, passed away peacefully at the age of 73, surrounded by her loving family.
Pamela and her devoted husband of 56 years, Ronnie Patteson, built a beautiful life together in Devine, Texas, where they raised their two children. To anyone who met her, Pamela's warmth, kindness, and generosity were immediately evident. She and Ronnie shared many...
Arusteo Ortiz
Sep 21, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Arusteo Ortiz.
He was a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend. Arusteo was man of immense humor and wisdom, and loved to share his stories. He had an intense love for his country, was always willing to help others, had a giving heart, and a warm smile.
Arusteo is...
Adelina O. Billalobos
Sep 18, 2024
Adelina Olivares Billalobos, 98, was born in Devine, Texas on February 2, 1926, and entered heaven on September 18, 2024. She was a loving, precious mother and wife. Adelina was a lady of immense faith who believed in our Lord. She prayed for all of our family on a daily basis and believed that the prayers of a mother were...
Romelia D. Del Toro
Sep 14, 2024
Romelia Dehoyos Del Toro was born on October 2nd, 1943, in Crystal City, Texas, and passed away on September 14th, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas.
Romelia was the daughter of Santiago Dehoyos and Antonia Garcia however, due to unfortunate circumstances, she was raised by her Grandparents, Manuel Garcia and Amelia Garcia. She is one of only two children. She lived in...
Michelle Elaine Dunbar
Sep 14, 2024
Michelle Elaine Dunbar has passed away at the age of 69.
Michelle is preceded in death by her father; John Williams, daughter; Rochelle Evans, sister; Anita Williams, and brother; Brian Williams.
She is survived by her Mother; Geraldine Williams, daughter; Pamela Dunbar, brother; Jeff Williams, and sisters; Nadine Worsham, and Marie Tower. She also leaves behind her grandchildren; Gus Evans, and MacKenzie...
Ernest Esquivel
Sep 9, 2024
Ernest Esquivel, of Devine, Texas, has passed away at the age of 57 surrounded by his loved ones.
He loved his wife and children, and was an amazing grandfather. Ernest worked in the oilfield for thirty five years, he enjoyed being outdoors, rebuilding things, and collecting rocks and plants, and anything to do with the Indian culture. He loved to play...
Stephanie Estrada- Hernandez
Sep 8, 2024
Stephanie Estrada - Hernandez 1982 - 2024.
Stephanie Estrada-Hernandez was born on January 25, 1982, in San Antonio, Texas, and passed away on...
Mandy Lee Davis Cross
Sep 8, 2024
Mandy Cross
Mandy Lee Davis Cross went to be with our Lord on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024.
Mandy was born June 12, 1977, in San Antonio to Linda (Welch) and Marshall Davis.
After attending Devine schools her entire life, she graduated from DHS in 1995. Not only did she excel in the classroom, but also on the basketball court. Her senior year, Mandy...
Edmund Lee Gates
Sep 7, 2024
Edmund Lee Gates, 69, passed away on September 7, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on august 8, 1955, in Freer, Texas, to Lee and Valda Daughtrey Gates.
Edmund was preceded in death by his father, Lee M. Gates. He is survived by his mother, Valda Gates, his brother, Jim L. Gates (Shanna) of Pearsall, and his two sons,...
Adolph W. Lopez, Sr.
Sep 3, 2024
Adolph Weber Lopez Sr. journeyed on from this world on September 3, 2024. He was born in Bexar, Texas on October 3, 1939, to Agustine Lopez and Celia Weber, the youngest of 9 children.
He was raised on his family farm in Atascosa, Texas, and was a graduate of Southwest High School. Upon graduating, he traveled throughout the States working as...
Tanya McCauley Tilley
Sep 2, 2024
Tanya McCauley Tilley, of Devine, Texas, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior surrounded by her beloved family members on September 2, 2024. Born February 12, 1961 in Center, Texas. Tanya was a graduate of The University of Texas, and was an educator for 29 years with her last 9 years being in the local town of Devine....
Cayetano Viesca
Aug 26, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Cayetano “ Bandido” Viesca, born on August 7, 1936, in Pearsall, Texas. He peacefully departed this world on August 26, 2024, at his residence in Pearsall.
Cayetano is survived by his daughter Maggie Morales and husband Roy Chavera Jr., His stepchildren Mike Moreno (Patty Rodriguez), Graciela Moreno ( Roberto Hernandez) Hector Moreno (Joey...
Juanita Balderrama Monreal
Aug 26, 2024
Juanita Balderrama Monreal, of Devine, Texas, has passed away at the age of 74. She was born March 14, 1950 and went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2024.
Juanita loved to garden, gamble, travel, and she loved the beach.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Geronimo and Emma Balderrama, siblings; Enrique Balderrama, Lalo Fabrow, Jerry Balderrama, Adelfa...
Alberto Salinas
Aug 25, 2024
Alberto Salinas of Lytle, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the age of 69, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on June 23, 1955, in Lincoln, Nebraska to parents Elias Cadena Salinas and Victoria Andrade Salinas.
Alberto is preceded in death by his parents and brother Lionel Salinas. He is survived...
Franklin H. Jarussi
Aug 24, 2024
Frank Hugo Jarussi, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, passed away on August 24, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. He was in the comfort of his family. Frank was born in Billings, Montana and raised in the small rural ranch community of Joliet, Montana, where children played outside until dark and owls hooted at the rising moon. Roundups were...
Mary Frances Van Zandt McCall
Aug 20, 2024
Mary Van Zandt McCall passed away Aug. 20, 2024, at home with her family, in Lytle, Texas. She was born Aug. 24, 1930 in Ira, Texas to the late Christopher Columbus Van Zandt and Evie Bihl Van Zandt. She was the last of eleven children, six daughters and five sons.
She was known for her loving, caring generosity over the years....
Abelardo Moran Sanchez
Aug 19, 2024
Abelardo M. Sanchez, 86, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, August 19, 2024. He is now home with our Lord and reunited with his loving wife. Born on August 21, 1937 in Floresville, TX to Alvaro and Herminia Sanchez. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his wife of 61 years, Irma Sanchez.
He is survived by...
Arturo Arce Flores
Aug 14, 2024
Arturo Flores (age 66), has passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024.
He retired as a foreman for Alamo Community College after 15 years of service. He loved to cook, ranch, and remodel homes on his spare time. He and his wife loved to travel and go on adventurers with family and friends, and his passion since he was young was...
Gilbert Alvarez
Aug 12, 2024
Gilbert Alvarez, age 84 of Atascosa, Texas entered eternal rest on Monday, August 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 16, 1939, in Lansing, Michigan to parents Francisco and Ofelia Alvarez.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Roberto Alvarez. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife Maria Luisa Alvarez; children Leticia Rodriguez, Gilbert...