Recent Obituaries
Kenneth Milton Robbins
Aug 11, 2025
Kenneth Milton Robbins, 84, Ft. Stockton, Texas formerly of Sabinal, Texas passed away at his residence.
He was born on April 21, 1941, in Ellsworth, Maine to Ethel (Stover) and Wellington Robbins, Jr.
He is survived by his daughter, Sylvia Espino and companion, Michael Wright of Ft. Stockton; son, Harry Dean Faulkenburg of Sheffield; sister, Arline Pomroy of Holden, Maine; four grandchildren;...
Douglas B. Herron
Aug 11, 2025
Douglas B. Herron, 83, of Rio Frio, Texas passed away on August 11, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on August 19, 1941, in Fargo, North Dakota to Pearl Seline (Miller) and Gifford Buckley Herron.
He married Audrey Marie Saunders on July 22, 1963, in Key West, Florida.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years of Rio Frio; two daughters,...
Larry Michael Perkins
Aug 11, 2025
Larry Michael Perkins, 75, of Uvalde, Texas passed away on August 11, 2025, at Uvalde Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born on March 16, 1950, in Houston, Texas to Oda Omagene (Shane) and John William Perkins.
He is survived by two sons Jason Perkins and wife, Liza of Crystal City and Cody Perkins of Hondo; sister, Joan Perkins of Palestine; grandchildren,...
John Cecil Penney Sr.
Aug 10, 2025
John Cecil Penney, Sr., 74, of Uvalde, Texas passed away on August 10, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on August 29, 1950, in Alpine, Texas to Winno Jean (Holmes) and Ervin Crockett Penney, Sr.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Batesville Cemetery.
He married Evelyn (Sandy) Gresham on July 1, 2000, in...
Wyatt Hubbard Heard
Aug 10, 2025
Wyatt Hubbard Heard, 84, of Uvalde, Texas passed away on August 10, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on August 7, 1941, in Uvalde, Texas to Mary Estella (Steigerwald) and Sidney Sterling Heard.
He married Annell Knox on June 26, 1962, in Blair, Oklahoma.
He is survived by his wife, Anell Heard of 63 years, of Uvalde; two sons, Sidney Sterling Heard...
Florencio Martinez
Aug 9, 2025
Florencio R. Martinez JR., 77, of Uvalde, Texas passed away on August 9, 2025, at University Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.
He was born on March 4, 1948, in Uvalde, Texas to Alicia (Robles) and Florencio Martinez.
He is survived by his daughter, Laurie Hernandez and husband, Hector of Andrews; two sons, Florencio Martinez, III of Hobbs, New Mexico and Isaac Martinez...
John Charles Barnes
Aug 6, 2025
John Charles Barnes, 69, passed away on August 6, 2025 at his home in Uvalde, Texas.
He was born in Fairfield, California on July 20, 1956 to Charles Miller and Anna Loyce Barnes, both of Texas. The son of an Air Force officer, John grew up in Maryland, Japan, Florida, and Texas, and graduated from Clear Creek High School in 1974....
Alma Salazar
Aug 2, 2025
Alma Salazar, 75, of Uvalde passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loving family on August 2, 2025, at Uvalde Memorial Hospital.
Alma, a beloved mother, devoted daughter, cherished aunt, and loyal friend. She touched the lives of many with her warmth and compassion. Her heart was always open, and her love for family was evident in every moment she shared...
Joy Kirk
Aug 1, 2025
Joy Inez Gibson Kirk, of Boerne, Texas, formerly of Crystal City, Texas, passed away on August 1, 2025, at the age of 85. She was born on December 23, 1939 in Carrizo Springs to DeRoyce and Ruth Owen Gibson.
She married Michael Lynn Kirk on January 29, 1988 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Joy graduated from Carrizo Springs High School in 1958. Following...
Patricia C "Pat" Schaefer
Jul 31, 2025
Patricia Rae Schaefer, 87, of Utopia, Texas passed away on July 31, 2025, at her residence.
She was born on July 6, 1938, in Leakey, Texas to Inez Christine (Horton) and Vernon Leon Clower.
She married William “Bill” Schaefer on January 10, 1955, in Acuna, Mexico.
She is survived by her husband, Bill Schaefer of Utopia; four daughters, Vicki Karing and husband, David...
Ernestina Luna
Jul 29, 2025
Ernestina Rios, 82, of Batesville, Texas passed away on July 29, 2025, at the Uvalde Memorial Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
She was born on February 9, 1943, in Alice, Texas to Martina (Fonseca) and Cayetano Rios, Sr.
A devoted mother and beloved matriarch, Ernestina is survived by her three daughters, Anna Belia Maldonado of Odessa, Dora...
Jesus S. Torres
Jul 27, 2025
Jesus S. “Chuy” Torres, 62, of San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Sabinal, Texas passed away on July 27, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on December 16, 1962, in Uvalde, Texas to Evangelina (Saiz) and Francisco D. Torrez.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. A Mass...
Johnny Garcia
Jul 27, 2025
Johnny Garcia, 74, of Uvalde, Texas passed away on July 27, 2025, at Uvalde Memorial Hospital.
He was born on August 6, 1950, in Michigan to Guadalupe (Casteneda) and Manuel Garcia.
He married Elva Gonzales on May 19, 1973 in Uvalde, Texas
Visitation will be held on July 31, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. A...
David C. Chapa
Jul 26, 2025
David C. Chapa, 66, of Uvalde, Texas passed away on July 26, 2025, at Methodist Texsan Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 10 a.m....
Anita G. Ledesma
Jul 24, 2025
Anita G Ledesma formerly of La Pryor Texas passed away on July 24, 2025 in San Antonio Texas.
Anita was born on June 1, 1951 in Salinas California to Jose O Ledesma and Maria G Ledesma.
Anita is survived by daughters Soledad M Ledesma (Aram Gomar) of San Antonio TX, Maria Rios ( Esteban Rios) of Uvalde TX, and step daughter Iris...
Sue Pitts Baldwin
Jul 24, 2025
Sue Pitts Baldwin, 90, passed away peacefully in her home in Uvalde in the early morning of July 24th, 2025. Sue was born May 7th, 1935 to Oscar and Pauline (Thornton) Pitts in the small community of Groesbeck, Texas. Sue attended school in Groesbeck and began her college studies at the age of 16 at Sam Houston State College in Huntsville,...
Billie Jean Davis
Jul 24, 2025
Billie Jean Faulkner Davis passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025. She was born in-home January 8, 1933. Her parents were Maida Christine Haby Faulkner and Clarence Leonard Faulkner.
Always one to apply herself, she graduated from Leakey High School at the age of 16 and enrolled in Durham’s Business School in San Antonio. Following her graduation, she worked at Fort...
Carole R. Campbell
Jul 22, 2025
Carole Jean (Ruthstrom) Campbell, 81, of Uvalde County, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, at her residence.
She was born on July 18, 1944, in Houston to Gertrude (Wyatt) and Allan Ruthstrom. Her father was a member of the Ruthstrom Family Band, which immigrated to the U.S. from Sweden in 1917.
She married John Calvin Campbell Sr. on July 21, 1962...
Trinidad Uriegas Bermea III
Jul 22, 2025
Trinidad Uriegas Bermea III, a loving father, dedicated brother, and cherished friend, passed away on July 22, 2025, at St. Lukes Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. Born on November 12, 1950, in Uvalde, Texas, Trinidad was a vibrant soul who touched many lives throughout his 74 years.
Trinidad’s impressive career began with a long tenure at HEB, where he served...
Alejandro Aguirre
Jul 19, 2025
Alejandro Aguirre, 78, of Batesville, Texas passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2025 at 8:12 a.m. surrounded by his beloved family. A decorated Vietnam War combat medic, devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and loyal friend. Alejandro was defined by courage, compassion, and service. He is survived by his beloved high school sweetheart and wife of 32 years, Elida...