Obituaries
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...
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....
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
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
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
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.
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
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...
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