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Raymond V. Garcia

Raymond V. Garcia

Oct 27, 2023

Raymond V. Garcia, age 48, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on October 27, 2023, in San Antonio. Raymond was born in Hamlin, Texas on February 28, 1975, to Maria and Daniel Garcia, Sr.

Raymond is preceded in death by his parents: Maria and Daniel Garcia, Sr.; brothers: Daniel Garcia, Jr., Recardo Garcia, and David Garcia; and sister: Lupita Garcia.

Raymond...

Deborah Sue Maynard

Deborah Sue Maynard

Oct 21, 2023

Deborah Sue Maynard, age 64, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on October 21, 2023, in Hondo. Deborah was born in Houston, Texas on October 30, 1958, to Vic and Marilyn Sue Freier.

Deborah is preceded in death by her mother: Marilyn Freier; sister: Patricia Savage; and niece: Rebeca Heyen.

Deborah is survived by her husband: James Hamilton; father: Vic Freier;...

Virginia Gibson

Virginia Gibson

Oct 15, 2023

 

Virginia "Jenny" Ruth Gibson (Hendley)

Virginia Ruth Gibson, also known as Jenny, peacefully passed away on October 15, 2023, in Hondo, Texas, at the age of 63. She was born on January 30, 1960, in Akron, Ohio, to Thornton and Sharon Hendley. Jenny was a kind, generous, and selfless individual who always fought for what she believed in....

Manuel De Leon, Sr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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...