Marvin Charles Haass

Marvin Charles Haass, 47, of San Angelo, Texas has passed away on July 24, 2023 in San Angelo, Texas. He was born on March 22, 1976 in Hondo, Texas. Marvin was a dedicated truck driver for over 25 years, showcasing his commitment and passion for his career.
Marvin had a zest for life and enjoyed various hobbies. He had a deep love for race cars and four-wheeling, finding excitement and joy in these thrilling activities. Spending time with family and friends brought him immense happiness and he cherished these moments dearly.
Marvin is survived by his loving wife Cynthia Ditmore Haass, his mother Marilyn Haass, his brother Jon Haass, and his mother in law Thelma Ditmore. He was preceded in death by his father Randy Haass, his grandfather Amos Hitzfelder, his grandmother Margaret Hitzfelder, his grandfather Randolph Haass, and his grandmother Inez Haass. Marvin’s memory will forever be cherished by his family and friends.
A memorial service to celebrate Marvin’s life will be held at South Texas Training Center in Hondo, Texas from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Rick’s Bar (South Texas Event Center) in Devine, Texas, September 24 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Please join us as we honor and remember Marvin’s vibrant spirit and the impact he had on our lives.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to [charity of choice]. Your support and condolences during this difficult time are greatly appreciated.
Marvin Charles Haass will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Larry Waller

Larry Waller, born in Memphis, Texas on February 9th, 1949, went to be with the Lord on August 13th, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Dianna Waller, brother Gary Waller, sister Onita Quintanilla, daughter Desiree Sneed, son Sam Kinard, and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Larry, otherwise known as Tophatter, owned and operated Southwest Cycles specializing in Harley Davidson motorcycles for 22 years. He loved to ride and traveled on his motorcycle to every US state except Hawaii, as well as Eastern and Western Canada. And his earlier years, he competed in black powder shooting, hunting, and racing.
Larry had a great love for his family, and he will be greatly missed.
Funeral services are scheduled at Primrose Funeral Home, Saturday, August 26 th , 2023, at 10:00am with interment at Evergreen Cemetery in Devine, Texas. Reception to immediately follow at his home.

Steve Valenzuela

Steve Valenzuela, 76, of Devine, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 10:05 am at his home surround by his family. He was born October 1, 1946 in San Antonio, Texas to Margarito and Juanita Valenzuela.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Mary Lou, as well as five children Susan Valenzuela, Selina Parker, April Peredo (Anthony), Steve Cory Valenzuela and Adam Valenzuela, brothers Paul and Phil, sister Margaret and nine grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Ben and Gene.
He enjoyed working outdoors and with his cattle. Everyone knew how he had one more thank to tell them. He loved to show you he could still kick up his legs to the side. He was very much a veteran and a Texan; a patriotic man.

Lois Marie Mangold Neely

Lois Marie Mangold Neely, of Columbus, Kansas, passed away on July 10, 2023 at the age of 60. She was born June 24, 1963 in San Antonio, Texas to the late Patrick ‘Pat’ James Mangold and Constance ‘Connie’ Eloise Koehler Mangold.
Lois graduated from Medina Valley High School in 1981. From 1981 to 1985, she worked at Southwest Research. In 1985, she began working at the National Shooting Complex Association. She started WYSHOTGUN in 2000. On November 21, 2015, she married Jake Neely in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Survivors include her husband, Jake Neely of Columbus, Kansas; siblings, Mildred (Jay) Bendele of Dunlay, Patrick Mangold of San Antonio, Bonnie Mangold of La Coste, Beth (Butch) Cook of Pearsall, and Rollin (Dawn) Mangold of La Coste; stepchildren, Parker Neely and Amory Neely both of Columbus, Kansas; mother-in-law, Cindy Neely of Columbus, Kansas; brother-in-law, Will (Lacy) Neely of Columbus, Kansas; nephews, Matt Mangold and Walt Mangold; nieces, Lisa Unger and Shay Neely; as well as numerous aunts and uncles.
Lois was preceded in death by her parents.
A Graveside Service will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Cemetery in La Coste, Texas. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. A reception will follow at the National Shooting Complex, 5931 Roft Road, San Antonio, Texas 78253.
Memorials may be made in Lois’ memory to the Lois Neely Memorial Scholarship, 5931 Roft Road, San Antonio, Texas 78253.
Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. Visit www.tondre-guinn.com

Dorothy Ann Reed

Dorothy Ann Reed, age 80 of Devine, Texas went home to be with our Lord on Saturday, July 22, 2023. She was born on November 16, 1942, in San Antonio, Texas to parents Travis A. Mitchell and Lorene Clark Mitchell.
She is preceded in death by her parents, loving husband of eighteen years Paul W. Reed, sisters Frances Lorene Riggs and Bobbye Caples.
Dorothy is survived by her daughter Darla L. Reed, son Paul R. Reed and wife, Sandra L. Wilson Reed, Robert Gentry, granddaughters Savanna D. Hinajosa and husband, Lalo, Shania Mercer Maldonado, KeeLee D. Reed and spouse, Justin Ruiz and Shiana Mercer Anderson and spouse, Jason Anderson, Brittany Rendon and husband, Isaac, Sidney Martinez, Jacob Martinez, great-grandchildren Daryl and John Hinajosa, Elijah Mercer, Baby Anderson, Blair Ruiz, Amerlynn and Bentley Gutierrez, Liam Rodriguez, Matias Rendon, sister Julia Odom and spouse, Ronnie Odom, numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 28, 2023, 5:00 until 9:00 P.M. Primrose Funeral Service Chapel, Devine, Texas. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2023, 10:00 A.M. Primrose Funeral Service Chapel Devine, Texas with interment to follow at Evergreen cemetery.
Lunch at Redemption Baptist Church following services at cemetery for family and friends.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.primrosefuneralservice.comArrangements are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services, 303 W. College Ave., Devine, Texas 78016, (830) 663-4445.

Gilbert Rudy Villarreal

Gilbert Rudy Villarreal, age 56 of Natalia, Texas entered eternal rest on Monday, July 24, 2023. He was born on August 5, 1966, to parents Salomon and Pauline Mendez Villarreal in San Antonio, Texas.
Gilbert is preceded in death by his parents Salomon and Pauline Mendez Villarreal, brother Freddy Villarreal.
He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Martina Isabel Villarreal, numerous God children, nieces, nephews, and relatives.
Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 28, 2023, 10:00 A.M. St. John Bosco Catholic Church with interment to follow at St. Joseph’s Catholic cemetery.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com Arrangements are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services, 303 W. College Ave., Devine, Texas 78016, (830) 663-4445.

Kelly Gael Kathleen Howard Cruz

February 24, 1970 – July 16, 2023

Kelly Gael Kathleen Howard Cruz of Devine, Texas suddenly and unexpectedly passed away at home on July 16, 2023. She was born in Elgin, Illinois on February 24, 1970 to Daniel and Linda Boeger Howard. Kelly attended the Devine schools from 4th grade through High School and was a 1988 graduate. She worked for Tex-Spice of Devine for 10 years and while raising Alexis she attended college and graduated from UTSA in 2000, majoring in history. Kelly was a teacher in the Natalia ISD at the Junior High level where she taught 8th grade American History, 7th grade Texas History, 6th grade Social Studies, and Reading/English during her career that spanned over 22 years. She was also the cheerleading sponsor for the Junior High squad for several years.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Alex Patrick Cruz, her mother-in-law, Minnie Duncan Cruz; father Daniel Howard and stepmother Stephanie; paternal grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Robert and Mary Ellen Kelly Howard Kadlec and Gale Howard; maternal grandmother Sandra Pool Boeger and uncle James Boeger.
She is survived by her beloved daughter and granddaughter, Alexis Cruz Mangold and Emerson Rose Shavers; son-in-law Kolton Mangold; father-in-law, Alex Cruz; sister-in-law Melissa Cruz and husband, Manuel Rodriguez; mother Linda Howard; grandfather Russell Boeger, sister Brigid Howard Urrabazo and husband, Bobby; brother, Ryan Howard and sister-in-law, Tricia; aunts Kathy Howard Cuddeback, Cheri Becker Howard and Teresa Cunningham Boeger; uncles Rick Boeger, James Howard and Larry Cuddeback; nieces and nephews Amber, Autumn, Glenn, Austin, Canton, Rylee, and Kennedy: Cousins Ericka, Beth, Jill, Cheyenne, Shoshone and Seneca.
Kelly had an endless love for her daughter, Alexis and their adventures in life together.
We will truly miss all of her endless stories about her adventures with Emmie–”GiGi” was her favorite.
Her nephew, Canton had a special place in her heart, where she was always his #1 fan and we know now she has the best seat in the house.
She had an endless love for everything history, 80s music was her favorite genre, her pets including Bug, Lucy, Lola, and Petunia; Texas Tech football, the Kansas City Chiefs, and especially her students and co-workers.
She will be truly greatly missed.
Visitation was held from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. on Monday, July 24th at Primrose Funeral Services in Devine, TX. As well as a Rosary at 7 P.M. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, July 25th at 10:00am at St. Josephs Catholic Church in Devine, Texas. Services were concluded at the Church.
Services are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services in Devine, Texas.

Reuben Hernandez

Reuben Hernandez passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at age 61. Born December 21, 1961 in Castroville and attended SW High School. He was a man of many talents who enjoyed complex projects, music and electronics, preferably working alone.
He is survived by his daughter Natalie Hernandez (Alex) and children, sisters Odelia (Lilly) Rodriquez (Jerry), Berta Hernandez (Fred Garza), Rosemary Riso (Johnny- deceased), Elizabeth (Liz) Hernandez, and former wife Deane Hinson.
Reuben was preceded in death by his son Reuben Jr., parents Jerry Lazona Hernandez and Gloria Ybarra Hernandez, brother Jerry Hernandez.
Reuben enjoyed more than anything testifying about his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to any and all people he encountered. He never met a stranger, loved all the animals that came into his life – they loved him back. He, as his friends and family know, revered the Beatles. We will miss you dearly, dude! Rock and roll!
Many thanks to Alamo Hospice and Margie Summers R.N. for all they did for Reuben. God bless them.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 29 at 10 a.m. in St. Andrews Catholic Church in Lytle (beside the US Post Office).