Obituaries
Marcella Antonia Carpenter
Dec 10, 2025
Marcella Antonia Holik Carpenter, 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Ballinger, Texas.
She was the last of eight children born to Frank and Albina (Ripple) Holik on December 19, 1930, at the family farm in Gruenwall. Marcella attended schools in Gruenwall, Ballinger, and Wall before graduating from Eola as valedictorian.
Marcella married Aaron Hard Carpenter, Jr., on December...
Frances Catherine Bryan
Dec 9, 2025
Frances Catherine (Burks) Bryan, 87, life-long and well-known resident of Norton, Texas, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Big Spring with family by her side.
Frances was born April 21, 1938, in the Norton community to Roy Oscar and Mary (McQueen) Burks. She married the love of her life, Roger Bryan July 5, 1958...
Michael Wayne King
Dec 7, 2025
Michael Wayne King, 76, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
He was born on August 14, 1949, in Ballinger to Clyde Emerson Jack King and Anna Katherine Louise (Dahmann) King. In 1973, he married the love of his life, Billie Dawn Evans, at a ceremony in Talpa, Texas. A lifelong resident of Ballinger, Mike was well-known and...
Kenneth "Bubba" Michael Wade Clanton
Dec 5, 2025
Kenneth Michael Wade Clanton, 33, of Georgetown, Texas passed away on December 5, 2025. He was born in Austin Texas, on January 28, 1992, to Henry Wade Clanton and Rosemarie Emmett.
Kenny was the most loving boy as a child. He loved his mother, father and sisters with a fierceness not seen in a lot of people. He loved to do...
Jeff Anthony Willborn
Nov 25, 2025
Jeffrey "Jeff" Anthony Willborn, 54, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. He was born on August 13, 1971, in Denver Colorado, to Norman Eugene Willborn and Jacqueline Nancy (Szews) Willborn.
On July 6, 2013, Jeff married the love of his life, Julie Darleen Deike, in Ballinger, Texas. Jeff was a man of his word—honorable, loyal, and steadfast....
Howard Andrew "Andy" Walker
Nov 18, 2025
Howard Andrew “Andy” Walker, 76, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away on November 18, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas. He was born on August 6, 1949, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Howard Everett Walker and Mary Helen Woodard.
Andy lived life with a free spirit. In his younger days, he embodied what many fondly called a “hippie”—open-hearted, light-souled, and endlessly kind. He never...
Elgin Calvin Glass
Nov 15, 2025
Elgin Calvin Glass, 95, of Millersview, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025. He was born September 16, 1930, in Ballinger, Texas, to Edwin Joe and Hildagard Emma (Lindemann) Glass.
Elgin was a lifelong farmer and rancher, dedicated to the land and way of life he cherished. In his younger years, he served honorably in the United States Army before...
Danny Wade McCall
Nov 5, 2025
Danny Wade McCall, 60, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on November 5, 2025. He was born in San Angelo, Texas, and spent his life surrounded by the people he loved most. Danny will be remembered for his kind heart, never-ending commentary, and remarkable ability to fix just about anything.
A graduate of Lake View High School, Class of 1984, Danny...
Leslie H. Cole, Sr.
Nov 5, 2025
Leslie H. Cole, Sr., 88, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. He was born on May 6, 1937, in Sterling City, Texas, to Ernest Sylvester Cole and Agnes Melva Purvis.
Leslie married Helen Louise Wood, on December 3, 1977, in Ozona, Texas and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and family....
David Brent Poindexter
Oct 17, 2025
David Brent Poindexter, 52, of San Angelo, Texas, went to his final resting place in Heaven on Friday, October 17, 2025.
He was born on Sunday, January 21, 1973, to David and Ollie Fay (Gann) Poindexter in San Angelo, Texas. On June 12, 1999, in San Angelo, he married the love of his life, Salina Sue Gomez, and they shared 26...
Nita Pearl Stubblefield
Oct 16, 2025
Nita Pearl (Duke) Stubblefield died peacefully at her home in Abilene, Texas, on Oct. 16, 2025.
She was born in Ballinger, Texas, to Walter Sims Duke and Lois (Pape) Duke on Oct. 16, 1939.
Nita attended Ballinger schools and earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Texas Tech University. She was a dedicated teacher who taught in elementary schools in both...
Wilbert Eugene Lehnert
Oct 15, 2025
Wilbert Eugene Lehnert, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025 at the age of 80. He was born on December 21, 1944, in San Angelo, Texas, to Willie Michael and Lillie Marie (Zelisko) Lehnert.
Wilbert spent his early years in San Angelo before moving to Haskell, Texas, following the passing of his father. He returned...
Roger S. Rodriquez
Oct 14, 2025
Roger S. Rodriquez, 62, of Ballinger, Texas, formerly of Abilene, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at his residence in Ballinger, Texas.
He was born on June 26, 1963, to Andrea Conception Rodriquez and Sebero Zapata Rodriquez. Roger had been an employee of Walmart in Abilene, Texas, for over 28 years until his health began to decline. He enjoyed...
Barbara Nell Garvin
Oct 14, 2025
Barbara Nell (Post) Garvin, 80, of Winters, Texas, passed away on October 14, 2025, at Hendrick Hospice Care in Abilene, Texas.
Barbara was born on March 20, 1945, to James Henry and Frances Pairlee Post. She grew up and attended schools in Christoval and San Angelo, graduating from Christoval High School in 1963.
On May 6, 1972, Barbara married Joe Lester Garvin...
Josie Nell Henry
Oct 10, 2025
Josie Nell Henry, 66, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 3, 1959, in Winters, Texas, to Monroe Tischler and Annie Tischler Raco.
Josie had a heart for helping others and especially enjoyed doing outreach for older members of her community. She loved listening to country music, watching...
Sandra Denise Peek
Oct 9, 2025
Sandra Denise Peek, 59, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
She was born on May 23, 1966, in Ballinger, Texas, to Marnon and Joy (Delay) Brown.
Sandra grew up in Ballinger, where she made many lifelong friends and built cherished memories. She was known for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and her love for the outdoors. Sandra...
Edna LeLane Wood
Oct 8, 2025
LeLane Wood, age 74, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 8, 2025.
LeLane was born on March 17, 1951, in San Angelo, Texas, to William Leroy Waldrop and LaLene Dodson. A proud Texan through and through, she carried a deep love for her family, her community, and the simple joys of life.
LeLane had a special knack...
Shelia Ann Dankworth
Oct 6, 2025
Shelia Ann Dankworth, 86, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord on October 6, 2025, at 9:45 p.m., comforted by her devoted family in Abilene, Texas.
She was born on February 2, 1939, to J.T. Gregory and Sybil Marie Cox in Brady, Texas.
Shelia was married to the love of her life, Dan Dankworth, for 71 beautiful years—a true love story...
Dennis Wayne Shipman
Oct 2, 2025
With deep love and heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Dennis Wayne Shipman, who passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, at the age of 81.
Born on December 28, 1943, Dennis lived a full and genuine life-a life defined by love for his family, a deep respect for nature, and a strong will that never wavered. He was a...
Petra Rodriguez Sauceda
Sep 27, 2025
Petra Rodriguez Sauceda, 79, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, September 27, 2025. She was born on January 18, 1946, in Ballinger, Texas, to Rocendo and Luisa Sauceda, and was a lifelong resident of Ballinger.
Petra dedicated her life to caring for others. She was a devoted caretaker and always put the needs of...
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