Obituaries

Aug 31, 2024

Gregorio C. DeLeon, age 75, of Yancey, Texas, passed away on August 31, 2024, in San Antonio. Gregorio was born in Hondo, Texas, on May 25, 1949, to Silveria and Pablo DeLeon.

Gregorio is preceded in death by his parents: Silveria and Pablo DeLeon; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Gregorio is survived by his loving wife of 54 years: Patricia DeLeon;...

Aug 27, 2024

Estela C. Gonzalez, age 75, of Derby, Texas, passed away on August 27, 2024, in San Antonio. Estela was born in Hondo, Texas on September 9, 1948, to Anita and Eulalio Camacho.

Estela is preceded in death by her husband: Armando R. Gonzalez; and parents: Anita and Eulalio Camacho.

Estela is survived by her sons: Ernesto Gonzales, and Armando Adolfo Gonzalez; daughter:...

Aug 24, 2024

Patricio L. Martinez, age 77, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on August 24, 2024, in Hondo. Patricio was born in Karnes City, Texas, on November 25, 1946, to Martina and Alfredo Martinez.

Patricio is preceded in death by his loving wife: Eva Martinez.

Patricio is survived by his sons: Pat Martinez (Rose), and Alfred Martinez (Martha); daughters: Connie Maciel, Marilyn Mann (Charles),...

Aug 15, 2024

Armando Lopez, age 85, of D’Hanis, Texas, passed away on August 15, 2024, in D’Hanis. Armando was born in D’Hanis, Texas, on April 11, 1939, to Josephina and Alvino Lopez.

Armando is preceded in death by his loving wife: Dora C. Lopez; sons: Ivan Dale Lopez, and Stanley Joe Lopez; and his parents, brothers and sisters.

Armando is survived by his sons:...

Aug 4, 2024

FRANK EDWARD TOLBERT WINKLER

 Frank Winkler, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to everybody, went to be with the Lord on August 4, 2024. He was 81 years old.

Frank was born on January 3, 1943, in San Antonio, Texas to Frank Winkler and Madeline Hemby Winkler. He spent his first 8 years living with his grandparents, Big Mama, Gracie...

Jul 28, 2024

Dona McQueen, age 84, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on July 28, 2024, in Bandera, Texas. Dona was born in Waynesboro, PA on February 1, 1940, to Wilbur and Elizabeth (Shingledecker) Lohman.

Dona is preceded in death by her husband: Dennis McQueen.

Dona is survived by her son: Brian Atkinson; daughter: Tammy Lynch; sister: Carla Lohman; and 3 grandchildren.

 

A memorial service will...

Jun 23, 2024

LOUELLA RUTH ATHERTON SYRING

During the night of June 23, 2024, an angel on earth was called home to Heaven by our Holy Father at the age of 93. She was born on November 30, 1930, in Marcellus, Cass County, Michigan. At the time of her passing, she was a resident of the San Antonio Residence and Rehabilitation Center in San...

Jun 21, 2024

Jun 17, 2024

Diana Sowa

Diana Sowa, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, went to the Lord on June 17, 2024, at age 56.

Diana was ever so loved by her family and friends, and she will be truly and eternally missed.

Diana was born in Singapore on March 25, 1968, to Judy and Wally Sanborn, and after spending extensive time in the Far East,...

Jun 15, 2024

Frances Salazar, age 85, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on June 15, 2024, in Hondo. Frances was born in Hondo, Texas on October 10, 1938, to Julia and Felix Cuellar.

Frances is preceded in death by her husband: Leandro Salazar; parents: Felix and Julia Cuellar; brother: Felix Cuellar; and sister-in-law: Emma G. Cuellar.

Frances is survived by her daughter: Esmeralda Salazar (Modesto...

Jun 13, 2024

Jesus Sanfeliz, age 97, passed away on June 13, 2024, in Hondo, Texas. Jesus was born in Cuba on July 1, 1926, to Buena Ventura Gardenas Pages and Manuel Santiago Sanfeliz.

Jesus is preceded in death by his wife: Gladys Sanfeliz; his parents: Buena Ventura Gardenas Pages and Manuel Santiago Sanfeliz; sister: Teresa Abislaiman; and brother: Manuel Sanfeliz. 

Jesus is survived by...

May 24, 2024

Trisha B. Hernandez, age 30, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on May 24, 2024, in Hondo. Trisha was born in Hondo, Texas on December 4, 1993, to Maria Gonzales, and Lupe Salazar.

Trisha is preceded in death by her grandmothers: Juanita Nira, and Andrea Salazar; grandfather: Avelino Nira; and stepfather: Jesus Gonzales.

Trisha is survived by her son: Triston Rodriguez; daughters: Tayah...

May 21, 2024

Ronnie Garcia, age 56, passed away on May 21, 2024, in Hondo, Texas. Ronnie was born in Hondo on January 15, 1968, to Mariana S. Rios, and Ramiro R. Garcia.

Ronnie is preceded in death by his grandmothers: Elena Martinez, and Petra Garcia; and by his aunt: Ostalia Martinez.

Ronnie is survived by his life partner: Ruby Reyes Luna; his wife: Evangelina...

May 20, 2024

Maria M. Gonzales, age 73, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on May 20, 2024, in Hondo. Maria was born in Hondo, Texas on February 22, 1951, to Julia S. and Daniel G. Sanchez.

Maria is preceded in death by her parents: Daniel G. Sanchez and Julia S. Sanchez; brothers: Samuel Sanchez, Selso Sanchez, and Daniel Sanchez, Jr.; sister: Josephine Sanchez; and...

May 16, 2024

Maria Rosario Aguinaga, age 86, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on May 16, 2024, in Hondo. Maria was born in D’Hanis, Texas on October 7, 1937, to Juanita and Atilano Garcia. 

Maria is preceded in death by her husband: Guadalupe Aguinaga; son: Wayne Aguinaga; and granddaughter: Cassandra Lynn Suehs.

Maria is survived by her sons: Guadalupe Aguinaga, and Eugene Aguinaga; daughter: Leticia...

May 13, 2024

Gerald Barry Foye, Jr., known to all as Gerry, passed away on May 13, 2024, in D’Hanis, Texas, at the age of 76. He was born on September 16, 1947, near San Francisco, CA. Gerry had a wry sense of humor, an appreciation for classic rock 'n' roll, and faithfully cheered for his San Francisco 49ers. Gerry proudly served in the Navy...

Apr 30, 2024

Juan Carlos Quintanilla, age 57, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on April 30, 2024, in San Antonio. Juan was born in Uvalde, Texas on January 6, 1967, to Dolores and Ector Quintanilla.

Juan is preceded in death by his parents: Ector and Dolores Quintanilla.

Juan is survived by his loving wife: Valerie Correa Quintanilla; sons: Carlos Joseph “CJ” Quintanilla, and Christian Moses...

Apr 26, 2024

Jeffery Lynn Green, age 61, passed away on April 26, 2024, in Hondo, Texas. Jeffery was born in Bakersfield, California on October 30, 1962, to Frances June and Wilburn James Green.

Jeffery is preceded in death by his parents: Wilburn James and Frances June Green; and his brother: James Merle Green.

Jeffery is survived by his sister: Sara Yvonne Bowden.

Cremation rites have...

Apr 22, 2024

Elisa Campos, age 84, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on April 22, 2024, in San Antonio. Elisa was born in Hondo, Texas on June 14, 1939, to Jesus and Margarita Campos.

Elisa is preceded in death by her husband: Daniel Estrada.

Elisa is survived by her sisters: Uvelia Alfaro, and Ramona Figaroa; brother: Antonio Campos; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A visitation will...

Apr 12, 2024

Rosemary Barrientes Escobar, age 56, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on April 12, 2024, in Hondo. Rosemary was born in Hondo, Texas on September 18, 1967, to Rosa Y. and Arturo G. Barrientes.

Rosemary is preceded in death by her father: Arturo G. Barrientes.

Rosemary is survived by her husband: Merce “Sonny” Escobar; sons: Sonny Escobar, Jr., Arturo Barrientes Escobar, and Christopher...