Obituaries
Carolyn W. Harral
Mar 7, 2025
Carolyn W. Harral, 80, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Friday, March 7, 2025. She was born on August 20, 1944, to Sug and Lola Lee (Young) Williams in Plainview, Texas.
Carolyn married the love of her life Jerry Pat Harral in Amarillo, Texas, on September 6, 1997. Because family was so important to both...
George Leroy Covert
Mar 5, 2025
George Leroy Covert, born on August 26, 1945, fell asleep in death on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the age of 79.
He is survived by his children, Rebecca Morgan (Rob LaVohn), Timothy (Beverly) Covert, Hannah (Jay) Stone, and Joseph (Amber) Covert, along with his 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren, who affectionately knew him as “Pawpaw”.
He was predeceased by his wife,...
Wanda Lee Joiner Rock
Feb 28, 2025
Wanda Lee Joiner Rock, 72, of Paint Rock, Texas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, Texas.
Born on July 4, 1952, to Willis Jeff “Rowdy” and Laverne Elizabeth (King) Joiner in Ballinger, Texas, Wanda was a true “Daughter of Paint Rock.” A lifelong resident of Paint Rock,...
Dominga Nieto
Feb 22, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Dominga Nieto of Ballinger,
Texas, on February 22, 2025, at the age of 77 years.
Dominga was born on July 6, 1947, to Jinio Nieto and Rafaela Luera.
She dedicated her life to being a loving homemaker, always caring for her family and creating a warm and welcoming home.
Dominga...
Eloisa Escobar Lopez
Feb 22, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eloisa Escobar Lopez, who left us peacefully on February 22, 2025, at Central Texas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Ballinger Texas.
Eloisa was born to Fermin and Jesusita Flores Escobar on January 18, 1943, in Ballinger, Texas. Eloisa embraced life with unwavering strength and a remarkable spirit...
Clare Frances Schniers
Feb 18, 2025
Clare Frances (Droll) Fischer Schniers, 87, of Ballinger, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
She was born on September 26, 1937 in San Angelo to Joseph and Frances (Beyer) Droll and graduated from St. Joseph's Catholic School in Rowena in 1955. She was raised on the family farm in Rowena.
She was preceded in death by...
Patsy LaJean Geeslin
Feb 16, 2025
Patsy LaJean Geeslin, 83, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
She was born on July 12, 1941, to Ned Decol and Mary Alvina (McDaniel) Whitlock in Dallas, Texas. Patsy was a very loving and kindhearted person. A hard-working woman, with a work ethic that was driven by her desire to be a provider...
Charles Joseph Rogers, Jr.
Feb 15, 2025
Charles Joseph Rogers, Jr., 92, resident of Rutledge Road, Greenwood SC, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2025, at his daughter’s home on Fripp Island, SC.
Born December 3, 1932, in Columbia, SC, he was a son of the late Pauline Shaw Rogers and Charles Joseph Rogers, Sr. He was a graduate of Brookland-Cayce High School in Cayce, SC and was also...
Vernon Hoelscher
Feb 13, 2025
Vernon P. Hoelscher, 90, of Olfen, passed away February 13, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He was born March 31, 1934 to Joachim (Jake) and Elsie (Halfmann) Hoelscher.
He married Cornell Halfmann on February 9, 1956. They spent 69 years together. They made their home in Olfen on their 30 acres in the early 1970’s where they raised six...
Jaye Scott Herrmann
Feb 12, 2025
Jaye Herrmann, 61, of Longview, Texas, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on February 12, 2025.
He was born on November 15, 1963, in College Station, Texas, to Dr. Wayne “Doc” and Ann (Chamberlain) Herrmann. Jaye grew up in Ballinger, Texas and graduated from Ballinger High School in 1982. Jaye was known for his incredible work ethic as...
Jimmy Lee Carson
Feb 4, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that the Carson family announces the passing of Jimmy Lee Carson, 57, at his home in Ballinger, Texas, on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Jimmy was born on March 15, 1967, to Connie Mac and Janice (Nazy) Carson, Sr. in San Angelo, Texas. He attended Ballinger Independent School District and was a skilled employed laborer who...
Cerjio DelaGarza, Sr.
Feb 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cerjio DelaGarza Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who departed this life on February 4, 2025, at the age of 76, in Ballinger, Texas.
He was born on August 29, 1948, to Meliton and Anita Florez DelaGarza in Ballinger, Texas. Cerjio was a proud and devoted family man,...
Ricky Dale Werner
Feb 2, 2025
Ricky Dale Werner, 70, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
He was born on February 2, 1955, to Edward and Diana (Wolfenbarger) Werner in San Angelo, Texas. Ricky was a cherished son, devoted husband, and loving father and grandfather. He spent his life cultivating not just the land, but also the...
Alvin Powell
Feb 1, 2025
Alvin Dalton Powell, a beloved member of his family and community, was born on October 21, 1939, in Goldthwaite, Texas. He departed this life peacefully on February 1, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas. Alvin lived a life characterized by kindness, and an unwavering commitment to those he loved.
Throughout his varied career, Alvin worked diligently in the lead mines of Colorado...
Donna Kay Elkins
Jan 31, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Donna Kay Elkins, 63, of Ballinger, Texas, who departed this life peacefully on January 31, 2025.
She was born on June 18, 1961, in San Angelo, Texas, to Troy Don and Mildred (Tabor) King. A devoted wife to Jerry Elkins, Donna cherished the simple moments in life with her...
Victor Lee Herrera
Jan 28, 2025
Victor Lee Herrera, 50, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
He was born on January 21, 1975, to Margarito Herrera and Juanita Garcia in Littlefield, Texas. Victor brought joy and warmth to the lives of those who knew him. His vibrant spirit and love for the outdoors were matched only by his passion for music and...
Catherine Ann Hohensee
Jan 26, 2025
Catherine Ann Hohensee, 94, of Miles, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, January 26, 2025.
She was born on December 10, 1930, to Kanna Joseph and Mary (Pelzel) Dreyer in Rowena, Texas. One of eleven children, she spent most of her childhood keeping house, tending to farm animals, gardening, canning food, picking cotton, and playing softball....
Patricia Sue Sims
Jan 22, 2025
It is January 22, 2025. The roundup has ended, the work complete. The sun has set, the air brisk, and the mockingbird recently bid the rangeland a melodious “goodnight.” The riders are mounted, their horse’s hooves thundering on the earth beneath them, anxiously awaiting their final destination. Sue T Sims gives Pat Horse his head and gallops behind the Good...
Barbara Joan Lankford
Jan 19, 2025
Barbara was born December 4, 1933 in Runnels County, Texas to James T. (Jim) Berry and Virginia Odom Berry. She married L.K. Lankford, Jr. on February 3, 1952 in Ballinger. Barbara and her husband owned and operated several different construction related businesses in Lubbock over their forty-two year career before retiring to Ballinger.
Barbara was preceded in death by a son,...
Andrew Villarreal
Jan 18, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Andrew Villarreal, who left us on January 18, 2025, at the age of 41. He was born on March 2, 1983, to Juan and Dora Villarreal in Ballinger, Texas. He was a kind and gentle soul, beloved by his family and friends.
Andrew found joy in...
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