Obituaries
Lois West Smith
Sep 7, 2025
Lois West Smith, 88, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, September 7, 2025.
Lois was born on Feb. 15, 1937, in Eldorado, Texas, to Rube & Rhody Mae West. Lois was one of 10 children. She married Dean Smith in Ballinger, Texas on December 19, 1954. She and Dean owned several businesses including “Smith Real...
Anthony Miguel Leija
Sep 6, 2025
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Anthony Miguel Leija, 33, of Ballinger, Texas, who left us on September 6, 2025.
He was born on June 9, 1992, in Brown County to Esiquel Leija Jr. and Terry Vasquez. Anthony was a free spirit, a hardworking man, and a loving father with the biggest heart.
Anthony was a man...
Marjorie Ann Isaacs
Sep 3, 2025
Marjorie Ann Frison-Isaacs, 79, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Marjorie was born on July 25, 1946, in Ballinger, Texas, to Lee Frison and Pearline Whitman. Throughout her life, she was known for her selflessness, kind heart, and devotion to helping others. She worked in nursing and as a driver for many,...
Rosalinda Diaz
Aug 30, 2025
Rosalinda Diaz, 71, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Ballinger on July 27, 1954, to Abelino and Emilia Escobar Prendez. Rosalinda was the rock of her family—anytime someone needed her, she was there with open arms, love, and encouragement. She had a beautiful smile and an unforgettable...
Berna Loy Schooler
Aug 29, 2025
Berna Loy Schooler, 85, of Paint Rock, died surrounded by loved ones on Aug. 29, 2025.
She was born on Aug. 4, 1940, to Jack C. and Bernice (Hudman) Cockrum in Post, Texas. After graduating from Seminole High School, she met Bobby “Fuzzy” Schooler. They were wed in July of 1960 in Seminole.
Berna's greatest joy was traveling with her husband and...
Jody Rieken
Aug 28, 2025
Jody Rieken, 51, of Johnson City, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at Methodist Hospital Hill Country in Fredericksburg.
Jody was born on March 18, 1974, in San Angelo, Texas, to Jimmy and Kay Rieken. He grew up in Ballinger and graduated from Ballinger High School in 1992. He went on to dedicate over 25...
Dianna Raye Jennings
Aug 25, 2025
Dianna Raye Jennings, age 83, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family.
Born on October 25, 1941, in Kilgore, Texas, Dianna was the only daughter of Paul Everett and Goldie Lipscomb. She graduated from Norton High School in 1960 and went on to graduate from cosmetology school after that. On May 21,...
Elizabeth Granado Pineda
Aug 22, 2025
Elizabeth Granado Pineda, a devoted caregiver, beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at the Central Texas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Ballinger, Texas. She was 67 years old.
Born on June 17, 1958, in Marfa, Texas, Elizabeth, affectionately known as Liz was the daughter of Faustino Pineda III and Delia Granado. Her journey in education...
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...
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