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Manuel De Leon, Sr.
Oct 13, 2023
Manuel De Leon, Sr., age 93, of Yancey, Texas, passed away on October 13, 2023, in Yancey. Manuel was born in Donna, Texas on June 13, 1930, to Ignacia and Felix De Leon.
Manuel is preceded in death by his wife: Ramona De Leon; and sons: Felix De Leon, Armando De Leon, and Antonio De Leon.
Manuel is survived by...
Ruth Jeanette Blanton
Oct 11, 2023
Ruth Jeanette Blanton, age 81, of the Brown Ranch Community north of Hondo, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. She was born December 30, 1941, in Stephenville, Texas, to Hugh Tom Herring and Ida Conaway Ripley Herring. Ruth grew up in Stephenville, lived in Abilene for two years and attended the ACU Demonstration School...
Epifania Ybarra
Oct 7, 2023
Epifania “Fanny” Ybarra, age 81, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on October 7, 2023 with her beloved husband Juan Ybarra at her side. Fanny was born on January 25, 1942 in Utopia, Texas to Isabel and Francisco Palacios.
Fanny is preceded in death by her parents Isabel and Francisco Palacios; 7 brothers: Nicholas Palacios, Frank (Janie) Palacios Jr.,...
Adelina Gonzales
Oct 6, 2023
Adelina Gonzales, age 71, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away on October 6, 2023, in San Antonio. Adelina was born in Hondo, Texas on October 3, 1952, to Guadalupe and Manuel Gonzales.
Adelina is preceded in death by her parents: Manuel and Maria Guadalupe Gonzales; sister: Petra Contreras; brothers: Manuel Gonzales, Jr., and Pete H. Gonzales; and grandparents: Elena Vara...
Henry Viera
Oct 2, 2023
Henry Viera, age 58, of Castroville, Texas, passed away on October 2, 2023, in San Antonio. Henry was born in the Bronx, New York on May 5, 1965, to Esther Morales, and Angel Luis Viera.
Henry is preceded in death by his son: Angel Viera; parents: Esther Morales, and Angel L. Viera; sister: Maria Nelly Viera; grandchildren: Jylani Savage, and...
Chance Landyn Trip
Sep 26, 2023
Chance Landyn Trip, age 43, of Schertz, Texas, passed away on September 26, 2023, in San Antonio. Chance was born in Hondo, Texas on March 14, 1980, to Joni and Harold A. Trip.
Chance is preceded in death by his grandparents: Mildred and Ralph Hancock, and Clarence “Cap” Wernette; uncle: Blake Wernette; and stepfather: Robert “Bob” Gregory.
Chance is survived...
Ofilia Pizarro
Sep 20, 2023
Ofilia Pizarro, age 86, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away on September 20, 2023, in San Antonio. Ofilia was born in Mexico on November 22, 1936, to Gertrudis and Leopoldo Terrazas.
Ofilia is preceded in death by her loving husband: Luis Pizarro.
Ofilia is survived by her son: Luis A. Pizarro (Laura Rubio); daughters: Adriana Ceja (Juan), and Maricella Pizarro...
Maida Modgling
Sep 17, 2023
Maida Corder Modgling, a native of Hondo, Medina County, Texas, passed away on September 17, 2023, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Best known for her sharp legal mind, she wore many hats throughout her life besides that of a lawyer. She was a beloved mother, devoted daughter, wife, aunt, sister, friend and -her favorite– “Mimi,” her self-chosen grandmother...
Richard C. Lynch
Sep 11, 2023
Richard Charles Lynch of Hondo, Texas passed away peacefully with family by his side on September 11, 2023. He was 95 years old.
Richard was born in Hondo, Texas on May 12, 1928, the only child of James (Jim) and Aleen Britsch Lynch. He was raised and attended school in Hondo and participated in many activities, most notably playing...
Mario M. Alfaro, Sr.
Sep 7, 2023
Mario Manuel Alfaro, Sr., age 62, of Lytle, Texas, passed away on September 7, 2023, in La Coste, Texas. Mario was born in Castroville, Texas on October 17, 1960, to Anita C. and Cipriano R. Alfaro, Sr.
Mario is preceded in death by his parents: Anita and Cipriano R. Alfaro, Sr.; and sisters: Norma Linda Alfaro, and Christina Alfaro...
Frances R. Ortega
Aug 31, 2023
Frances R. Ortega, age 82, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away on August 31, 2023, in San Antonio. Frances was born in El Sauz, Texas on January 19, 1941, to Cristina and Bruno Rodriguez.
Frances is survived by her loving husband: Joe R. Ortega; sons: Joseph A. Ortega (Maria), Jonathan Ortega (Gennie), Jeffrey Ortega (Samal), Jerold Ortega (Alejandra), and...
Daniel Thomas Picou
Aug 27, 2023
Daniel Thomas Picou, age 14, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on August 27, 2023, in Hondo. Daniel Thomas was born in Thibodaux, LA, on June 29, 2009, to Seth Picou and Ginalyn Alibin Picou.
Daniel Thomas is survived by his Parents: Seth Picou and Ginalyn Alibin Picou; Brother: Jonathan David Picou; Sister: Jennifer Leigh Picou; Half Sister: Brittany Frances...
Rosa Maria Galvan
Aug 14, 2023
Rosa Maria GalvanBorn: July 29, 1930; Deceased: August 14, 2023Rosa Maria Galvan was born on July 29, 1930, in Muzquiz, Coahuila Mexico.She left her earthly home in Hondo, Texas, to reunite with her beloved husband, Roque Galvan, Jr., whom she stayed devoted to since their wedding in 1954.Rosa Maria and Roque settled in Hondo, Texas, in 1956 to then raise...
Steven O. Hernandez, Jr.
Aug 5, 2023
Steven O. Hernandez of Hondo, Texas, 75, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023. Born in Hondo Texas, April 8, 1948, he was the son of Esteban and Refugia Ortega Hernandez. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Step-daughter Bonita Bottorf, Granddaughter Kaliah Bottorf, infant sister Virjinia, Maria O. Hernandez, and brothers Juan, Guillermo “Wille”, Pedro “Pete”, Antonio, and...
Ramiro Ortiz
Aug 4, 2023
RAMIRO ORTIZ
April 6, 1940- August 4, 2023
Ramiro Ortiz, age 83, of D’Hanis, Texas, passed away on August 4, 2023, in D’Hanis. Ramiro was born in D’Hanis, Texas on April 6, 1940, to Feliciana and Amadeo Ortiz.
Ramiro is preceded in death by his parents: Amadeo and Feleciana Ortiz; Brothers: Amadeo, Gilberto, Leandro, Alejandro, Ismael, Nemesio and...
Esther Pena Rios
Jul 28, 2023
Esther Pena Rios, age 78, of Hondo Texas, passed away on July 28, 2023, in Hondo. Esther was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on April 27, 1945, to Baudelio and Angelina Pena.
Esther is preceded in death by her : Husband: Gregorio Rios; parents: Baudelio and Angelina Pena; Son: Ramsey AKA “Rambo” Rios; Sister: Ermelinda Pena; Brother: Baudelio Pena,...
Sylvia Klebahn
Jul 25, 2023
Sylvia Klebahn, age 76, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on July 25, 2023, in Hondo. Sylvia was born in San Antonio, Texas on January 15, 1947, to Frances and David P. Klebahn, Sr.
Sylvia is preceded in death by her parents: Frances and David P. Klebahn, Sr.; sister: Celia Klebahn; and many loving friends and family members.
Sylvia is survived...
David Rodriguez, Jr.
Jul 24, 2023
David Rodriguez, Jr., age 61, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away on July 24, 2023, in San Antonio. David was born in San Antonio, Texas on November 18, 1961, to Minerva and David Rodriguez, Sr.
David is preceded in death by his mother: Minerva Rodriguez.
David is survived by his father: David Rodriguez, Sr.; sister: Desiree Rodriguez; brother: Rodney...
Cruz Reyes Salazar
Jul 23, 2023
Cruz "Kookie" Reyes Salazar, age 74, of Castroville, Texas, passed away on July 23, 2023, in San Antonio. Cruz was born in Hondo, Texas on May 3, 1949, to Eugenia and Tiofilo Salazar.
Cruz is preceded in death by his wife: Maria Elida Campos Salazar; parents: Eugenia Salazar, and Tiofilo Salazar; and brothers: Candelario, Frank, Manuel, Carlos, and Lupe...
Julio Marcus Gomez
Jul 18, 2023
Julio Marcus Gomez, age 49, of D’Hanis, Texas, passed away on July 18, 2023, in San Antonio. Julio was born in Hondo, Texas on July 24, 1973, to Vicenta and George M. Gomez.
Julio is preceded in death by his father: George M. Gomez; and his great-nephew: Ryan Samuel Fehr.
Julio is survived by his mother: Vicenta “Chala” Gomez;...
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