Obituaries
Deborah Lynn Thigpen
Aug 9, 2025
Deborah Lynn Thigpen, 73, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, at her home in Wingate, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 23, 1951, in El Paso, Texas, to Ollie David Sumners and Vera Myers, Deborah lived a life full of compassion, creativity, and unwavering devotion to those she held dear.
On March 13, 1975, Deborah married the...
Norma Jean Bryan
Aug 9, 2025
Norma Jean Collier Bryan, 89, of Ballinger, passed away on August 9, 2025, at Ballinger Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center following a stroke. She was born on May 1, 1936, in Mitchell County, Texas, to John “Bud” and Eula Arpe Collier. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 16th at Lange Funeral Home in Ballinger. In...
Winton Milliff
Aug 9, 2025
Winton Milliff, 96, of Robert Lee, Texas passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones, on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
He was born on September 29, 1928, to Michael Franklin and Dora Elizabeth (Crofford) Milliff in Crockett, Texas. After graduating from Refugio High School in 1948, Winton joined the Army and was honorably discharged in October of 1956. During his military...
Cody Martin Schenkel
Aug 1, 2025
Cody Martin Schenkel was healed and made the transition to his heavenly home on Aug 1, 2025 after a lengthy illness. Cody was born to Terry and Nancy Weatherford Schenkel on July 6, 1977, in Sonora, Texas. He grew up in Juno where he attended a one room schoolhouse during his elementary years. Later, he attended Sonora schools and graduated...
Clarence Neil Crabb
Jul 28, 2025
Clarence Neil Crabb, 80, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025.
He was born on June 21, 1945, to Walter Henry and Grace (Adams) Crabb in Tahoka, Texas. On December 18, 2001, he married the love of his life, Terry Miller, at First Baptist Church of Hamlin, Texas. They shared 24 years of beautiful memories together. Clarence...
Lisa Marie Williams
Jul 25, 2025
Lisa Marie Williams, 61, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving husband, Tony, and their precious friend, Lindra Riordan, at Ballinger Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
Lisa was born on October 17, 1963, in Freeport, Texas, to Roy Chester Neel and Audrey Lambright Neel. At just 14 years old, she met the love of...
Margarita Haro
Jul 24, 2025
Margarita Haro, 54, passed away peacefully July 24, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born October 7th, 1970, in San Angelo, Margarita was the cherished daughter of Juan Haro Jr and Mary M. Muniz.
She was a giving soul and enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. An animal lover at heart with her tons of fur babies. She enjoyed the outdoors particularly...
Gerald Wendell Radford
Jul 20, 2025
Gerald Wendell Radford, 85, of Brownwood, Texas, passed away peacefully, on Sunday, July 20, 2025. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Wendell was born on November 18, 1939, in Gorman, Texas, to J.C. Radford and Vivian Buckmaster.
After serving honorably in the U.S. Army, Wendell became a beloved member of the Ballinger community in 1962, where he owned Radford...
Mae Bell "Mazie" Fowler
Jul 12, 2025
Mae Bell “Mazie” Fowler, age 97, of Paint Rock, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025. She was born on September 27, 1927, to Robin Samuel Pierce and Nellie Elizabeth Hudson in Richland Springs, Texas.
Mazie dedicated over six decades of her life to the banking industry, serving with warmth and grace as both a teller and greeter at...
Nancy Ruth Baker
Jul 3, 2025
Nancy Ruth Baker, 85, of Winters, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025.
She was born on August 20, 1939, in Runnels County, Texas, to Claud Thompson and Verda Mae Yancey. Raised with strong values of faith, family, and service, Nancy lived a life marked by love, devotion, and quiet strength.
On August 31, 1957, she married Jerry "Jake" Arthur Baker...
Leanora Brom
Jun 29, 2025
Leanora Marriott, 84, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Leanora was born on June 20, 1941, to Delburt Leroy and Nada Minnie Lee (Oberlechner) Marriott in Abilene, Texas. She married Gordon Vernon Moffett at a ceremony in Austin, Tx, and together they shared 22 years of love and fellowship. She was...
Andrew Felix Schwertner
Jun 28, 2025
Andrew Felix Schwertner, 95, of Rowena, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025.
He was born on July 10, 1929, to Walter William and Mary Annie (Woehl) Schwertner on the family farm in Rowena, Texas. As a young man, Andrew learned the ways of the land from his father. His life was a testament to the enduring spirit of the...
Lola Eugenua Cape Carlile
Jun 24, 2025
Lola Eugenua Cape Carlile was born on August 9, 1928, on 13th Street in Ballinger, Texas, to father Chester Grandison Cape and mother Eugenua "Jean" Cunningham. She passed away at 96 years old on June 24, 2025, in Willis, Texas. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Lola lived a life rooted in faith, quiet strength, and deep connection to...
Wendi Jane Stringer
Jun 22, 2025
Wendi Jane Stringer, 51, of Cedar Park, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, June 22, 2025.
She was born on December 22, 1973, to William James Sisk III and Carolyn Jane
Kunkel in Clifton, Texas. Wendi is now reunited with her parents and friends. But most importantly, her husband, Jud Stringer. She is survived...
George Ruiz
Jun 22, 2025
George Ruiz, age 65, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 22, 2025.
A proud graduate of Paint Rock ISD, Class of 1979, George lived his life with energy, heart, and a hands-on spirit. Known for his talent as a handyman, he had a gift for fixing just about anything—and he did it with patience and pride.
George is survived by his beloved...
Robert Glen Sumners
Jun 12, 2025
Robert "Robby" Glen Sumners, 56, of Muenster, Texas, passed away on June 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on May 14, 1969, Robby brought warmth, humor, and a strong sense of loyalty to everyone who knew him. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, a cherished son, and a proud grandfather.
He is survived by his beloved...
Andrew Frank Lange
Jun 12, 2025
Andrew Frank Lange, 89, of Rowena, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
He was born on February 27, 1936, to Frank and Isabella (Dierschke) Lange on the family farm east of Rowena. Andrew served honorably in the United States Armed Forces, first in the Texas National Guard and then for two years in...
William "Bill" Halley King
Jun 9, 2025
William “Bill” Halley King, 86, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025, after a courageous battle.
Born on December 24, 1938, in the Blanton community of Runnels County, Texas, to Carl E. and Lizzie (Wade) King, Bill was the youngest of eight boys. He worked at GTE for over 35 years and also enjoyed many decades of...
Harriet Margaret Halfmann Fischer
Jun 3, 2025
Harriet Margaret Halfmann Fischer, 84, of Olfen, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at her home.
She was born on April 9, 1941, to Joe and Lucille Schroeder in Wichita Falls, Texas. Harriet was fortunate enough to have two great loves in her life. On June 20, 1959, she married Vincent Joseph Halfmann,...
Lucille Amelia Halfmann
May 28, 2025
Lucille Amelia Droll Halfmann 99 of Eola, Texas passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 28, 2025 in her home in Eola, Texas.
She was born on May 24, 1926 to William and Freda (Glass) Droll in Rowena, Texas. Lucille graduated high school in 1944 from St. Joseph's Catholic School in Rowena. She married Norbert Henry Halfmann on June 4, 1946 at St....
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