Obituaries

Daniel James Kotrlik

Daniel James Kotrlik

Jan 2, 2025

Daniel ("Dan") James Kotrlik, 74, passed away peacefully at Ballinger Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center on January 2, 2025. 

He was born on July 4, 1950 to Edward Charles and Louise Elizabeth (Haechten) Kotrlik in Ballinger, Texas and was the 5th oldest of 10 children. Dan graduated from Ballinger High School and attended Tarleton State University. While growing up, Dan learned the...

Andrew Frank Lange

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.  A full obituary will follow. 

William "Bill" Halley King

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

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

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....

Walter John Funk (Brown)

Walter John Funk (Brown)

May 27, 2025

Walter John Funk (Brown), "John-John" to his family, and Walter to his friends.

He died on Tuesday May 27th, 2025, the morning after his 61st birthday at Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, TX. The specific cause of death is yet to be discovered.

Rather than a formal memorial service, John would have preferred the community and his friends gather to support...

Thelma Catherine Jorgenson

Thelma Catherine Jorgenson

May 20, 2025

Thelma Catherine Jorgenson, 91, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

Catherine was born on February 3, 1934, to William Marion and Nellie (Bigby) Hays in Ballinger, Texas. She grew up on a ranch south of Ballinger. For a brief period, the family moved to Borden County before returning. Catherine started elementary...

Barbara Sue Adams

Barbara Sue Adams

May 19, 2025

It is with deep love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Barbara Sue Adams, of Paint Rock, Texas, who passed away peacefully at home on May 10, 2025, at the age of 84, surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was born on July 30, 1940, in Galveston, Texas, to Mancil "Buck" and Mary (Kennedy) Weathers....

David Carrell Harrell

David Carrell Harrell

May 16, 2025

David Carrell Harrell, 75, of Gouldbusk, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 16, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones at Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, Texas.

He was born on February 1, 1950, to James Carrell and Bernice Louise (Gibson) Harrell in Ballinger, Texas. David attended school in Norton, graduating from Norton High School in 1968. After high school,...

Johnny Ray Reyes Sr.

Johnny Ray Reyes Sr.

May 16, 2025

Johnny Ray Reyes, Sr., 71, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Johnny was born on February 10, 1954, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Cleo Polo Reyes Jr. and Josie “Pepa” Hernandez. He was raised with a strong sense of family, faith, and kindness.

On June 7, 1975, Johnny married the love of his life,...

Leigh Gayle Nadine Vancil

Leigh Gayle Nadine Vancil

May 11, 2025

Leigh Gayle Nadine Vancil passed away peacefully at her home in Abilene, Texas, on May 11, 2025. She was born November 12, 1979. For the past 26 years, she has resided in a special needs home, cared for by the loving staff of SOMA Resources in Abilene.

Leigh enjoyed a special spot in her family as the oldest grandchild in both...

Wendell Dene Arrington

Wendell Dene Arrington

May 5, 2025

Wendell Dene Arrington, 89, of Miles, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born on August 10, 1935, to Elton Hurshley and Gladys Leona (Bennett) Arrington, in San Angelo, Texas. He married the love of his life Mary Joe Edelmon in a ceremony in San Angelo, Texas. They spent 69...

Benny Howell

Benny Howell

May 5, 2025

Benny Bruce Howell, 78, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at Ballinger Memorial Hospital.

Born on August 25, 1946, in Ballinger to Bruce and Faye (Eubanks) Howell, Benny lived a life deeply rooted in faith, family, and service. A devoted husband, cherished friend, and beloved uncle, he touched countless lives through his generosity, humor, and unwavering kindness.

Benny...

Norma Jean Boone

Norma Jean Boone

May 5, 2025

Norma Jean Teagarden Boone, 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2025.

She was born to Joe Teagarden and wife Hazel Lee Baker Teagarden on August 27, 1929, in San Angelo, Texas. She went to grade school at Fort Concho, and then graduated from San Angelo Central High School in 1947, where she took Glee club for 3 years, was...

Milton Earnest Wagenfuehr

Milton Earnest Wagenfuehr

Apr 29, 2025

Milton Earnest Wagenfuehr, age 78, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas

He was born on September 30, 1946. He was adopted to the loving home Betty Wagenfuehr (Swallow) and Milton Wagenfuehr. Also surviving is his wife, Candy Layne.

Simon Biera Rodriquez

Simon Biera Rodriquez

Apr 28, 2025

With hearts full of love and gratitude, we honor the life of Simon Biera Rodriquez, who passed away peacefully with his hands being held in prayerful adoration, by his daughter Nina and his son Dickie, in the comfort of his home of over 60 years. Simon departed on the wings of angels to his eternal home of peace and salvation,...

Mary Ignacia Lopez

Mary Ignacia Lopez

Apr 28, 2025

Mary Ignacia P. Lopez, 81, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born on August 3, 1943, in Olfen, Texas, to Victor and Ignacia (Briones) Patino. A woman of deep faith and strong values, Mary was a devoted and faithful member of St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in...

Jack Glen Gleghorn

Jack Glen Gleghorn

Apr 26, 2025

Jack Glen Gleghorn, 87, of Bronte, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, at the Robert Lee Care Center.

Jack was born on June 30, 1937, in O'Donnell, Texas, to Finis Elbert and Anna Pearl (Hunter) Gleghorn. A proud Texan and a devoted public servant, Jack lived a life marked by integrity, compassion, and a deep commitment to fairness. He...

Irma Mata

Irma Mata

Apr 22, 2025

Irma Mata, 86, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 22, 2025.

Irma was born on July 1, 1938, in Ballinger, Texas, and her life was defined by faith, love, and service to others. She worked as a devoted nurse at Ballinger Memorial Hospital and San Angelo Community Medical Center, where she touched countless lives with...

Maria Elena Lopez (Helen)

Maria Elena Lopez (Helen)

Apr 14, 2025

Mrs. Maria Elena Rico Lopez age 85, went to be with our heavenly Father on April 14th, 2025. She was born in Ballinger Tx on August 18th, 1939, to her late parents Mr. Dimas Rico and Mrs. Julia Estrada Rico. She will be reunited with her late son Edward Raymond Castillo.

Maria had many friends throughout her years. Most knew her...