Obituaries

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,...

Geneva Ann Edwards

Geneva Ann Edwards

May 15, 2025

Geneva Ann Edwards, 88, of Ballinger, Texas, entered into an internal rest on May 15, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on September 12, 1936, to Edgar and Irene Pearl (Hudson), Rozzlle in Concho County. Ann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by the love of her life of 63 years, Hubert “Rat”...

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...

Charlene Irma Matthiesen

Charlene Irma Matthiesen

Mar 30, 2025

Charlene Irma Halfmann Matthiesen of Olfen, Texas passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Ballinger, Texas.

She was born on Saturday, September 13, 1930, to Leo and Sophie Halfmann in Orange Grove, Texas.

Charlene graduated from St. Joseph's High School in Rowena, class of 1949.

On August 22, 1951, she married her forever love Arnold Matthiesen and together they shared 70...

Dorothy Holliday Fowler

Dorothy Holliday Fowler

Mar 28, 2025

Dorothy Holliday Fowler, aged 95, peacefully passed away on March 28, 2025, at Ballinger Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, where she resided for nine years.

Dorothy was born December 31,1929 to Fred Penn and Katie “Ludric” (Stroble) Holliday.

Like her mother Ludric, Dorothy Ann was raised in Ballinger, TX with a wonderful childhood filled with great times and great friends. The boys have...

Diana Lynn Likes

Diana Lynn Likes

Mar 28, 2025

Diana Lynn Likes, 70, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Friday March 28,2025.

She was born to Buddy Mont and Callie Fay (Williams) King in Leveland, Texas on August 9,1954. Diana was a hard working woman, devoted wife, and loving mother. She loved animals a long with her family.

She is preceded in death by...

Kirtis Lee Taylor

Kirtis Lee Taylor

Mar 28, 2025

Kirtis Lee Taylor, 53, of Ballinger, Texas, passed away. He was born on June 1, 1971, in Dallas, Texas, to Lewis and Betty Taylor.

Kirtis was a man who approached life with passion and enthusiasm in everything he did. He had a big heart, a love for life, and a personality that made him easy to be around. From a young...

Frankie Wojtek

Frankie Wojtek

Mar 24, 2025

Frankie Wojtek was born July 8, 1939, in Sanco, Texas, to V.V. and Jessie Wojtek. He passed from this world on March 24, 2025. He is a graduate of Robert Lee High School. He worked at the local service station during high school and began his lifelong commitment to hard work. After graduation, he worked for a pipeline company in...