Category: Obituaries

Leonora Manuel Longboy, 84, passed April 30, 2023, in Natalia, TX. She was born on May 29, 1938 in Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii to her parents, Cipriano and Mariana (Doctor) Manuel.
She is also preceded by her husband, Mariano Mamaclay Longboy; brother, Benjamin Manuel Sr; and brother-in-law, Bradley Erickson.
She is survived by her son, Marvin and Ann Longboy of Barstow, FL; daughter, Laureen and Michael Gonzales of Natalia, TX; son, Mark Sr. and Kay Longboy of Mt. Vernon, MO; son, Mario and Nadine Longboy of Lihue, HI; son, Michael and Yolanda Longboy of Las Vegas, NV; sister, Cresencia and Lino Badua of Honolulu, HI; sister, Priscilla Manuel Erickson of Aiea, HI; sister-in-law, Teresita Manuel of Cibolo, TX; stepmother, Presca Manuel, and stepbrother, Raymond and Daisy Morden of Lihue, HI; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Leonora graduated from Kauai High School in 1956. In 1957, her and Mariano wed and moved to Oahu. She was a devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and a wonderful “Lela” to all. She also went by “Nora”, “Onor”, or just “Auntie” to friends and family. She retired in 1999 from Makalapa Elementary School as a Cafeteria Baker, and enjoyed her retirement years volunteering for her church, and visiting friends and family. In 2017 she moved to Natalia, TX to live with her daughter, Laureen and family. She will forever be remembered as a loving and supportive person, always wanting to give a helping hand, and never afraid of hard work.
A viewing will be held 5 May 2023, 3pm-7pm, with a Rosary at approx 5pm, at Funeraria del Angel Trevino, 2525 Palo Alto Rd, San Antonio, TX. A final visitation and internment will be held at Hawaiian Memorial Park Cemetery (date TBD) in Kaneohe, HI, where she will lay to rest with her late husband, Mariano Longboy.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, please consider making a donation in her honor to a dementia-related foundation.

Lou Ann Montgomery Jones passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on May 1, 2023 in Kingwood, Texas. Lou Ann was born on May 28, 1937 to Knox Alex and Ollie Estelle DuBose Montgomery in Black Creek Texas. She grew up in the Black Creek community where she attended Black Creek School and the Black Creek Baptist Church. Lou Ann graduated from Devine High School in 1955 and married the love of her life, Jerry Jones, on May 29, 1955. During their marriage of almost 68 years, they were blessed with four children.
Lou Ann lived a life of service to others. She spent much of her life as a pastor’s wife, alongside her husband, Jerry, which led them to many churches over the years. Later in life, she spent her life loving on her grandchildren and great grandchildren and caring for family and friends in the nursing home. Lou Ann loved playing the piano, caring for her plants, sewing, watching the deer, and listening to country gospel music and hymns.
When Lou Ann and Jerry began to need a little more help in life, they moved to Kingwood to live with daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Todd. For the past four and a half years, Lou Ann delighted in holding and playing with and loving on the three great grandchildren, Caleb, Hannah, and Molly, who lived nearby.
Lou Ann was preceded in death by her parents, K.A. and Ollie Montgomery, brothers, K.A. (Junior) Montgomery, Willis Montgomery, Alvin Montgomery, and David Montgomery along with her sister, Dorothy Neuman and nephew, Wayne Neuman and niece Tammy Ricord. She is survived by her husband, Jerry Jones, sister, Maudie (Grady) George, sisters-in-law, Irene Montgomery and Linda Montgomery, children, Johnny (Karen) Jones, Carol (Mike) Newberry, Kathy (Kirby) Haertner, Betty (Todd) Rogers, grand children, David ( Natasha) Jones, Jessica (David) Bonnet, Joey (Leslie) Newberry, Jennifer (Jason) Moseley, Amanda (Ryan) Meegan, Emily (Justin) Robinson, Bradley (Stephanie) Rogers, and Erin Flowers, 14 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.
A family visitation will be held on May 8th at Primrose Funeral Home in Devine from 4:00-5:00 PM followed by a public visitation from 5:00-7:30 PM. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 9th at 10:00 AM at Black Creek Baptist Church. Interment will be at the Tomerlin Cemetery.
The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to the most amazing caregiver, Susan Finley. Susan was not only a selfless caregiver, but a dear friend to Lou Ann. We are eternally grateful for the love she showered upon her. We would also like to thank Loving Hope Hospice nurses, Codi and Amanda for all they did to keep her happy and comfortable.
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.

On April 11, 2023, Anita needed to rest, angels came and gently took her peacefully to her final resting place. Anita lived a full life while on this earth. She grew up Catholic and her daily prayer was necessary to get her through each day.
Ann, as she was known in her professional life enjoyed taking trips to interesting places with her longtime friend from Hondo. Their shopping excursions were epic to say the least. Ann had a sense of style that I admired so much. I once told her that she could put on a potato sack, jewelry and of course her scarf and nobody would know the difference. We shared some good laughs because she had a great sense of humor. Ann enjoyed celebrating special occasions with family and friends, these occasions were especially important to her. She always had her camera with her; she documented so much of our family history in pictures. With each celebration, came her homemade cakes and pies, she was known for these delicious treats. She also extended her gift of baking to family and friends during their time of need.
Anita was born in Devine, Texas on July 15, 1937, to Salome A. and Carlota J. Gallegos. Anita was born during hard and lean years, and those years provided her with important knowledge. And as the years drifted by, she learned more valuable lessons of survival and these lessons carried her through the years. Working hard was an instinct she applied throughout her life.
Ann had many professional friends. Those friends and acquaintances were more than generous in giving her advice and guidance throughout her career. Eventually a couple of people saw her potential and that was the beginning of a long and prosperous adventure. Ann was hired in a clerical position in the funeral home business; and she loved it! Ann was over the moon with gratitude given this opportunity in her life. She worked hard and learned every aspect of the business and eventually became the makeup artist for Hurley Funeral Home. She cared for every family that came in with love, compassion and dignity. She worked for over 60 years for the same company, in Devine and in Pearsall.
After retirement she stayed busy with baking, sewing, flower arranging, gardening, and doing her own thing. She also became like a surrogate mom to our family after losing our own mother. Anita stepped in and took the role. It was like second nature to her to take care of family.
As a sister, I always admired her tenacity to advance in life and live her life to the fullest. She was always an inspiration to me. Anita will be missed by her family and friends. She was a person of great spirit. She enjoyed having fun, laughing, celebrating special events, with a good barbecue, a margarita, Mexican food and music.
Anita (Ann) is preceded in death by her parents, Salome A. Gallegos & Carlota J. Gallegos; infant brother and sister, Baldemar & Anita; brothers, Joe A. Gallegos; Robert J. Gallegos; Willie J. Gallegos; Johnny J. Gallegos; sister, Mary Lou Gallegos Rodriguez.
She survived by her sister, Dora Gallegos Dodds of Mico, TX; sisters-in-law, Mary Gallegos; Beverly Gallegos; Rose Gallegos; brother-in-law Ruben Rodriguez; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
I love you sister and miss you dearly, Rest in Peace.
In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to St Jude Hospital in Memphis, TN, her favorite charity. Arrangements made by Primrose Funeral Home Services, Devine, TX.
Memorial Services are pending.

Patricia Ann Wilson Whitehurst, 70, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, in Lytle, Texas.
Patricia (Pat) was born on May 22, 1952, in Memphis, Texas, to Willie Ben Wilson and Gloria Gosch Wilson. She grew up in Memphis, Texas until moving to San Antonio, Texas, with her mother in 1964 after her father’s death.
Pat graduated from Edison High School in 1970. She started her career in San Antonio, Texas and later went on to work many years in Lytle, Texas at Long & Associates and Lytle State Bank.
Pat married the love of her life, William Russel Whitehurst, III (Russel) on June 6, 1970, in San Antonio, Texas. The couple had 2 children, William Russel Whitehurst, IV (Billy) and Katherine Louise Whitehurst Ehlers (Katie) and shared 48 wonderful years of marriage before Russel passed away in 2018.
Pat was an avid reader who loved classical music and was an unbeatable opponent in Trivial Pursuit.
She is survived by her son, Billy (Kayme), her daughter Katie (Matt), her grandchildren Chelsea Whitehurst, Emily Whitehurst, Cinco Whitehurst, Lily Ehlers and her great-grandchildren Avery Landeros and Logan Landeros.
Patricia is preceded in death by her father, Willie Ben Wilson, her mother, Gloria Gosch Wilson Sparkman, and her husband Russel Whitehurst.
Graveside service will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023, starting at 10:30 A.M. at Evergreen Cemetery in Devine, Texas.
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 in Devine, TX.

Our loving mother, grandma, sister, and friend. Ramona (Mona) V. Gallegos went to be with our Lord on April 1, 2023, at the age of 87.
Ramona was born on September 18, 1935 in Dilley, Texas to parents Maria Luz Del Real and Simon Velasquez. With her immeasurable inner strength, Ramona created her own path. She learned early in life to overcome hardships. Her life philosophy was “Do what makes you happy” and “ Lo que Dios quiera.” Ramona devoted her life to supporting her family, facing life’s deepest struggles with love and faith. She delivered the San Antonio Express-News in the Devine area for over 40 years. She also worked various jobs to take care of her children’s needs. Ramona created a safe and loving home. She never feared hard work as she began to work at the tender age of 7.
Later in life, Ramona was a facilitator in her church retreats (School of Evangelism- St. Andrew) and an avid member of the Christian Mother’s Organization. She treasured spending time with her church members and sisters after mass.
Ramona is now reunited in heaven with her husband, Eliodoro Gallegos, her parents, Maria Luz Del Real and Simon Velasquez, and her brother, Margarito Velasquez.
Ramona is survived by her children; Ermalinda Aleman, Ernestina Wilburn (Woodrow), and Valdo Gallegos (Gracie). Grandchildren; Angela Aleman, Bronson Wilburn, Brian Gallegos, and three great-grandchildren. Surviving siblings include Amelia Samarrippa, Robert Velasquez, Visente Velasquez, Gloria Ballesteros, Mary Velasquez, Lydia Ochoa, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Primrose Funeral Services from 5 P.M. until 9 PM, with a Rosary recited at 7 P.M. on Thursday, April 13, 2023. Mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Friday, April 14, 2023, at 10 A.M. with interment to follow at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.
Services are being conducted by Primrose funeral Services in Devine, Texas. Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com.

Larry Alan Lacy, 80, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2023, in the company of his family following a mercifully brief battle with cancer.
Larry was born on February 2, 1943, in San Diego, CA to Neola and Thomas Clyde Lacy.  He graduated from Devine High School in 1961, and married his high school sweetheart, Stephanie Malone Lacy, on June 8, 1963.  Larry earned a Bachelor of Music degree from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas in 1967.  Larry chose to pursue the ministry, and was elected a Deacon in the United Methodist Church in 1967.  In 1970, he earned a Master of Divinity degree from Brite Divinity School at Texas Christian University and was elected an Elder in the United Methodist Church in 1971.
Larry dedicated his life to the ministry and praising God through helping others, and with his loving wife Stephanie, served churches in the Central Texas Conference, Southwest Texas Conference, and Rio Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church for almost six decades.  He began preaching as a student pastor in Thrall, TX while attending Southwestern University, and later served Methodist Churches in Ennis, Oak Grove, Bertram, Leander, Oakalla, Hallettsville, Lampasas, Edinburg, Trinity San Antonio, St. John’s Corpus Christi, Fredericksburg, and Memorial Austin.  Following his retirement, he agreed to serve as a pastor for a small congregation at St. Paul Methodist Church just outside Austin, where he continued to preach the gospel every Sunday until he became physically unable to do so several years ago. 
Larry had a beautiful strong singing voice, and his voice could almost always be heard over every other voice in the congregation on Sunday mornings. He and Stephanie loved to sing duets in church and performed at dinner musicals and other musical productions throughout their careers.  Larry also loved to travel, whether it involved taking youth groups on numerous ski trips to Colorado, camping at Big Bend, or traveling to other countries such as Israel, Germany, France, Austria, Italy and Russia. Many of these trips were taken with friends and church members, and created lasting and loving memories.
Larry was an avid reader, sometimes reading several books a week.  He also loved cars, and often said that if he had not been a minister, he probably would have been a car salesman!  He had a special affinity for his Ford trucks! He loved spending time at his lake house on Lake LBJ,  and enjoyed few things more than pulling his kids behind the boat.  He also loved his pug dogs, who, as great judges of character, loved him back. 
Most of all, Larry was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather, and he will always be remembered for his kind, caring heart and his compassionate soul.  He is survived by his wife of almost sixty years, Stephanie Malone Lacy, son Jeff Lacy and wife Gina of Colleyville, TX, son Steve Lacy and wife Wendy of Arlington, TX, son Paul Lacy and wife Dawn of Leander, TX, and daughter Kaye Collins and husband Michael of Corpus Christi, TX, grandchildren  Immanuel Lang, Tiffany White, Kalvin Pomplitz, Chris Lacy, Shelby Hedrick, Lauren Lacy, Jay Lacy, David Collins, Sam Lacy, Anna Belle Lacy, Sydney Lacy, sister Edie Buffington, and five great grandchildren.
The family would like to thank numerous caretakers from Isle at Cedar Ridge, St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center and Hospice Austin for their care and compassion these last few weeks.  The family also thanks all of the many friends and family members who so lovingly supported him.

David Anthony Rihn Sr., 84, of Devine, Texas passed away on March 28, 2023.
He was born in Devine, Texas in June of 1938. He married Julia Ann Wilburn in 1957 in Hondo, Texas. He was employed with City Public Service in San Antonio and was a member of the Texas National Guard. Later he was self-employed with real estate, ranching, and farming.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Julia Ann Wilburn Rihn; parents Frank Rihn Sr. and Hilda Bendele Rihn; sisters Velma Billings, Anna Mae Mumme, and Frances Thornell; brothers Arnold Rihn, James Rihn, Walter Rihn, and Frank Rihn Jr.; and granddaughter Kaylla Brooke Rihn.
He is survived by his children; David Rihn Jr., Laura Jaquez, Anne Petmecky, Keith Rihn, Paul Rihn and Philip Rihn; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Services were held on Thursday, April 6, 2023, with a Rosary being recited at 10:30 A.M. and Mass starting at 11:00 A.M. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Devine, Texas. Visitation followed the service beginning at 12:00 P.M. at Primrose Funeral Services of Devine, Texas until 1:00 P.M. services will concluded at the funeral home.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com

Mary G. Rizo gained her angel wings Thursday, April 6, 2023, 14 days short of her 92nd birthday, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born April 20, 1931 in Buda, Texas, to Ernesto Chavera and Elvira Mendez.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Pete M. Rizo, Brothers Lucio Chavera, Vale Chavera, Delfino Chavera, Benito Chavera, Ferman Chavera, Jesse Chavera, and Ray Chavera. Sisters Adela Villareal, Eloisa Castillo and Ramona Guajardo and Granddaughter Elisa G. Pina.
She is survived by two brothers, Juan and Mary Chavera of Lakeview, Michigan, and Ralph Chavera of Belvidere, Illinois; Sons Frank and Robin Garza of Devine, Texas, and Abel and Cynthia Garza of Moore, Texas; Daughters Elida and Refugio Maza of East Jordan, Michigan, Florinda and Steve Mares of Woodstock, Illinois, Paula Ayala of Crystal Lake, Illinois, and Gloria Garza of Moore, Texas. Twenty-one grandkids, Four Step Grandkids, Forty-six Great Grandkids, Twenty-three Great great grandkids, and many nephews and nieces.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 16, 2023, between 5:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M. with a Rosary recited at 7:00 P.M. at Primrose Funeral Services Devine, Texas. Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 17, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at St. Joseph’s 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.

Kathleen Ann Lamon Kohlleppel of La Coste, passed away at her home on April 3, 2023 at the age of 85. She was born May 25, 1937 on the family farm near La Coste, Texas to Joseph Hubert Lamon and Lorene Josephine Jungman Lamon.
In 1955, Kathleen graduated from La Coste High School. After graduation, she worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone for twelve years. On November 4, 1967, Kathleen married Henry Charles Kohlleppel at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in La Coste. They were blessed with fifty-five years of marriage and two daughters. Kathleen sang in the Our Lady of Grace adult choir for over twenty years.
Survivors include her husband, Henry Kohlleppel; daughters and sons-in-law, Monica and Tim Rihn, Stephanie and Christopher Haan; grandchildren, Jacob and Tiffany Rihn, William Rihn, Ben and Hayla Rihn, Nicholas Haan, Meghan Haan, Julia Rihn, and Joseph Haan; great-grandchildren, Carter Bateman and baby Rihn on the way; in-laws, Margaret Lamon, Ted and Ann Kohlleppel, Ralph and Karen Kohlleppel, James and Veronica Kohlleppel, and Iris Kohlleppel.
Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Patrick Lamon; in-laws, Paul Kohlleppel, Rose and Weldon Tondre.
Visitation will be Monday, April 10, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home, with the Holy Rosary recited at 6:30 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Cemetery in La Coste, Texas.
Memorials may be made in Kathleen’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church Building Fund, or the charity of your choice.
Kathleen’s family would like to thank Bristol Hospice for the loving care they gave to her.
Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. Visit www.tondre-guinn.com

George Joseph Horvath, 79, Natalia, TX, entered eternal rest on Monday, April 3, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his father Carl Horvath & Mother Maria Magdalena Molivar Horvath.
George is survived by his wife Alma Ornelas Horvath; sister Andrea Horvath Schmidt (Eberhardt) (Germany); aunts and cousin and extended family Gilbert R Ornelas; Mary Ornelas Montelongo (Carlos); Inez R Ornelas (Debbie); Ancelmo Ornelas (Sonia) and many nieces, nephews and Cousins.
George was born in Komaron, Hungary on March 19, 1944. In 1956, George’s family left Hungary during the Russian invasion. Ultimately, George’s family settled in Caracas, Valenzuela. At the age of 14, George arrived in the United States. He made it his goal to better his life. George obtained his bachelor’s degree at New York State College. He earned his Master’s and Doctorate degree at Florida State University in Marine Oceanography (1973).
George began his working career with the State of Florida. He later accepted a job in Washington DC with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) working in the Water Department. In 1979, he relocated to Region 6, EPA, in Dallas, Texas. In 2012, George retired from the Federal Government after 33 years. Simultaneously, George volunteered for the Dallas Police Department Reserve Unit for 23 years earning the rank of Reserve Lieutenant. In addition, George was well traveled. He was awarded the Congressional Antarctic Service Medal in 1974 for his participation in a United States sponsored exhibition to Antarctica.
In 2012, after his retirement George moved to Natalia. He volunteered at the Devine Area Thrift Store and also served as Secretary to the Devine Lions Club George loved his home and his fur babies (Puli & Polo). He will be missed by many. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to your charity of choice.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com