Category: Obituaries

Patrick Clifton McMillan, of San Antonio, Texas entered the gates of heaven on Monday, March 6, 2023, at the age of 79. He was born in Castroville, Texas November 28, 1943.
Patrick was raised in Pearson, Texas primarily by his grandparents, Oscar & Kate Conover, where he attended public school in Natalia while spending a lot of time on the family cattle ranch in Moore, Texas. After high school, Patrick joined the Army and served until he was medically released due to heart complications. Upon release of the Army, Patrick followed his heart and dream of dancing and moved to Alaska where he attended the University of Alaska and began his journey of teaching. While in Alaska, he not only taught but also choreographed and judged for the Miss Alaska Beauty Pageant. He was then recruited by UC Berkley to teach classes and choreograph for their dance and play performances.
In the early 70’s Patrick made his way back to Texas where he taught for the past 40 years and became one the most prominent, well I say, the MOST prominent, dance instructor in San Antonio, Texas. He taught classes in ballroom, country western, and salsa. His journey began at Arthur Murray’s Dance Studio and then he began teaching classes for the school districts in many locations around town. As he progressed, he then taught for Our Lady of the Lake University, San Antonio College, Incarnate Word, and Trinity University. While at Trinity University, he was voted favorite professor, which he bragged on quite often. While teaching for the Connections Program at the Village of Incarnate Word, he taught a line dance class for the most wonderful group called the Sisters of Charity that he loved very dearly and couldn’t ever stop talking about. One of his biggest highlights that he was so very proud of was his performance groups of McMillan and Co. and the Trinity Ropers. These groups performed at every and any festival you could name, as well as the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, Mickey Gilley’s Night Club, Billy Bobs, and The Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville, TN. They were featured on TNN’s Club Dance, traveled to Japan to perform for the mayor of Kumamoto City and were accompanied by Mayors Lila Cockrell and Henry Cisneros. His dance troupe also performed for the Queen of England and former President George W. Bush when they visited San Antonio, another performance he couldn’t stop talking about.
Patrick took the road, literally, in 1984 and Waltzed Across Texas, to raise money to take his dance troupe to perform at the Alaska State Fair. Pledges were made for every mile he waltzed. He put in 13- hour days and waltzed for 488 miles and was able to cover all cost.
And lastly but certainly not least, he taught lessons at the San Antonio Spurs Christmas Party with Greg Popovich, David Robinson, Tim Duncan, Sean Elliot, Avery Johnson, and the other amazing team members. He choreographed the dancing for the IMAX movie The Spirit of America with Lyle Lovett, and John Schneiders movie, The Real Deal, and performed on the Lawrence Welk show.
Patrick has spread his love of dancing across the US and touched so many people during this time. He was loved by so many and has experienced so much that it would be impossible to put it all down on paper.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents William Oscar Conover (1895-1970) and Dora Katherine Phillips Conover (1893-1994); his parents Garland Dean McMillan (1915-1989) and Billie Jo Clifton (1920- 1991) and his brother Michael Dean McMillan (1942-2017). He is survived by his niece and nephews, Bobbye Joe McMillan of San Antonio, William Michael McMillan of San Antonio and Nicholas Claude McMillan of Gulfport, Mississippi, great nieces and nephew, Samantha Joe Flores, Aaron Preston
Guerrero, Alexandria Reigh Schneider, and Charlyze Brooke Hemby; great-great nieces and nephew, Ryleigh Elizabeth Flores, Daniel “DJ” Joshua Flores, and Rain Leilani Guerrero, as well as numerous cousins throughout Texas.
A Visitation was held at 11:00 on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at Primrose Funeral Home, 303 W. College Ave, Devine, Texas with a funeral service beginning at 1:00 directly following the viewing. Burial followed at Moore Memorial Cemetery in Moore, Texas.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the guest book may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com
Arrangements by Primrose Funeral Services 303 W. College Ave, Devine, Texas 78016.

Estevan M. Perez, born January 23, 1961, went into the loving arms of the Lord on March 11, 2023, at the blessed age of 62.
He is preceded in death by his parents Juan and Andrea Perez, as well as brother Alberto Perez.
He is loved and will be missed by his wife Rosalinda Perez and sister-in-law Maria Perez, as well as 11 god-children and numerous other family members and friends. He will be dearly missed and never forgotten.
Visitation was held Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 4pm to 8pm. A rosary and mass were held Thursday, March 16, 2023 at St. John Bosco Catholic Church of Natalia with all services concluding at the church.
Services under the direction of Bluebonnet Funeral Chapel.

Billy L. Thompson, 76, of Lakehills, Texas passed away on March 18, 2023, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born in Poteet, Texas to William L. and Genieva M. Thompson on February 14, 1947.
Billy was preceded in death by Father, William L. Thompson, Sister Nancy Schwarzbach and Brother Robert Hal Thompson.
Billy is survived by his wife Judy Thompson of Lakehills, Texas, Mother Genieva M. Thompson of Devine, Texas, children Lisa K. (Chuck) Jenkins of Mineral Wells, Texas, Michael L. Thompson of Hondo, Texas, stepchildren: Joseph E. Karwowski of San Antonio, Texas. Melissa (Jaime) Calata of San Antonio, Texas, brothers: Jeff Thompson (Andrea) of Pinehurst, Texas; Chris Thompson of Devine, Texas, sister-in-law: Cynthia (Ed) Corley of Trinity, Florida, grandchildren: Terryn Edwards, Jessica Bramlett, Joshua Thompson, Cora Kate Jenkins, Billy Thompson, Joseph E. Karwowski III, Cooper J. Calata, great grandchildren: Abby, Kayson, Zaylee, Mackenzie, and Brooks, and numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Billy loved his family, hunting, gardening, BBQ and Mexican food.
Memorial Services will be held March 25, 2023, 11:00 AM at Grimes Bandera Funeral Chapel with the Chuck Cgshaw officiating.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Grimes Bandera Funeral Chapel.

March 4th, 2023, is the day Michael John Camarillo made it safely home to live eternity with our Heavenly Father, so let us rejoice and be glad.
Alicia, Eva, & Tommy were only a few of the lucky ones who knew a love so big that even on their worst days, they never questioned his love for them.
Mike was born on March 19, 1969, in Rockford, IL to Fred Camarillo and Anna Stewart. At the age of 26, he married the love of his life, Alicia Thompson. To this love, they were blessed with 2 children: Eva, 15 years old and Tommy, 12 years old. Together they lived most of their married life in Joplin, Missouri.
Mike cherished time with his family, including his beautiful sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews and countless other family and friends. He was gifted at forming long-lasting and meaningful relationships. Mike enjoyed many things. He had big dreams and it showed in the homes he designed and built for so many families throughout his career. He loved racing, outdoors, but mostly spending time with family and friends. Mike was not free of mistakes or crazy shenanigans; he was not afraid to have more fun than he should occasionally. Mike was a giver. He was not one to stand by and watch his family, friends or even strangers want for anything. If he had it or could obtain it, he gave it with an open heart and never looked back. That is who Mike was. To know him was to love him and love him big. If you knew Mike, you know how he loved his bacon-burgers and beer.
Mike was diagnosed and ultimately passed from Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). There is still much to learn about this disease. To memorialize Mike’s life and in honor of his upcoming birthday, 3/19/1969, the family has asked that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made, to help with the research to find a cure for FTD. Our goal is to raise $31,969.00, the amount to match his date of birth, in Mike’s name to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD).
Your donation can be made by:

1. Using the QR code to access the tax-deductible page dedicated to Mike
2. Sending a check made payable to AFTD, 2700 Horizon Drive, Suite 120, King of Prussia, PA 19406 (note: Mike Camarillo)
   It is our hope that as we celebrate Mike’s life, we continue to build his legacy as we build awareness of this horribly debilitating disease that robbed so many of us of his beautiful smile and zest for life too soon. Rest in Peace Mike…. until we meet again!
   Mike is survived by his wife, Alicia, his daughter Eva, and son Tommy
   Parents: Fred Camarillo, Anna & David Stewart, Glenn & Eva Thompson, and Mary Jane & Ramiro Balderrama.
   Siblings: Angie Camarillo, Jennifer (Mark) Collins, Tracie (Steve) Anderson, Misty Thompson, Cory (Carlos) Thompson, Beth Thacker, Gina (Fred) Morales, and Neva Fernandez
   Nieces & Nephews: Jordan (Jason) Manning, Ryan (Casey) Austin, Courtney (Justin) Mathis, Tabatha (Nathan) Camp, Taylor (Nathan) Carr, Peyton Carr, Aimee Carr, John Glenn Schnautz, Mackayla Schnautz, Milynn Schnautz, Aubrey Thacker, Ruby Kennedy, Fernando Morales, and Daniel (Gensen) Morales
   Grand-Nieces & Nephews: Braxton & Owen Manning, Hendrix & Maverick Austin, Wyatt & Mason Mathis, Emma & Anna Camp, and Enzo Granato
   Fur-Nephew: Henry Fernandez
   Countless Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and friends
   Mike was preceded in death by his Brother: Adrian Camarillo, Paternal Grandparents: Armando & Mary Camarillo, Maternal Grandparents: Carl & Viola Powell
   A celebration of Mike’s life took place on Saturday, March 11, at the Devine Golf Course from 2 – 6pm. All were welcome to attend.

Ronald “Ron” Joseph Hughan, age 58, of Devine, Texas passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 with his beloved wife, Darla Ray Monse Hughan. He was born in New Orleans, LA on September 12, 1964.
Ron is preceded in death by his wife, Darla Ray Monse Hughan. He is survived by his sons, Nick Hughan and wife, Ashley, Kyle Hughan and wife, Ashley; daughter Alyssa Lynn Hughan; grandchildren, Dixie, Abby, Tayton, Delton, Briella, Ruston, and Amelia; and numerous extended family and lifelong friends.
As a tribute to Ron, the family asks that you bring in your biker patches or pins to be displayed as a memorial.
Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. Primrose Funeral Services Chapel Devine, Texas with service to conclude at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
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 Service, 303 W. College Ave., Devine, Texas 78016, (830) 663-4445.

Jerry Wayne Busby, 47, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on March 7, 2023, surround by his family. He was born in Fredericksburg, Texas to Doris Medd and Larry Busby on December 3, 1975.
Jerry is survived by his daughter Kayla Brooke Busby and Grandson Kash of Hondo; his mother Dolores Medd of Devine, father Lawrence (Larry) and Rosetta Busby of Atascosa; Sister Virginia and Jack Meyers of Devine, Sister Beth Ann Howell of San Antonio; Nephew Randolph and Lauren Haass of Biry; Ethan and Heather Meyers of Poteet; Joey Meyers of Devine and Amber Brune of Devine. He has 5 great nephews and 1 great niece and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins whom he loved dearly.
He was preceded in death by his grandparent Ray and Frances Wendell; Carl and Virginia Busby; Robert Medd and bonus brother Scott Muennink.
We will be having a Celebration of Life on Saturday, March 18, at the Hondo Golf Course in Hondo, Texas at 4 in the afternoon. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the golf course (checks must be made to Kayla Busby in memo you may put Love Fund for Jerry Busby) or online at https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8SjgoJ3cYl.

James Dorval Beaty, age 72 of McKinney, Texas passed away on March 2, 2023. James was born in Ralls, Texas August 21, 1950 to Dorval and Virginia (Mae) Beaty. James grew up in Lorenzo, Texas where he graduated high school in 1968. He moved to Ft. Walton Beach, Florida and attended Okaloosa Walton Jr. College.
James was preceded in death by his father and son, Christen. He was the oldest of eight brothers and sisters, Jerry, Julie, Jeana, Janet, Joann, Jalyn, and Jerel. He is survived by granddaughters Aurora and Ceci of Alaska.
As an adolescent, James worked on the family farm where the irrigation ditch doubled as a swimming pool, played high school basketball, and had an infectious laughter that brought a lot of joy to those around him.
While in Clearwater, Florida, James was a manager in the thriving hospitality industry and enjoyed boating with friends. Upon returning to Texas, he continued working in the hotel business and enjoyed spending quality time with family and friends.
James’ final contribution was donating his remains to UT Southwestern Medical Center, where donations can be made in his name. A family graveside memorial service will be held at a later date.

Carlos Rodriguez, age 69, of Devine, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, March 3, 2023, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on November 4, 1953, to parents Jesus and Lidia C. Rodriguez in Devine, Texas.
Carlos is preceded in death by his parents, brother Jesus Rodriguez, Jr.
He is survived by his sons, Johnny Rodriguez and wife, Michelle, Jimmy Rodriguez, and Mary; grandchildren, Samantha, Isabella, Christian, Christopher, Ellena, and Sebastian; sisters, Eluteria Rivera, Demetria Sosa; numerous nephews, nieces, and friends.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 9, 2023, from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 P.M. Primrose Funeral Services Chapel, Devine, Texas. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 10, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. Primrose Funeral Services Chapel, Devine, Texas, with interment to follow at St. Joseph’s Catholic cemetery.
If you wish to offer a word of condolences to the family or share a memory you may do so by visiting www.primrosefuneralservices.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services in Devine, Texas.

Steve Jett, October 7, 1934 – February 21, 2023, passed away on February 21, 2023, at the age of 88. He was born in San Antonio, Texas, on October 7, 1934, to parents John Jett and Matiana Casias. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Barbara Ann Jett, brothers John Jett and Alfred Jett, sisters Cora Mc Colley, Esther Cavazos and Hazel Ochs. He is survived by son Steven Jett, nieces Ella Gatchell, Laura Ochs, Sandra Ochs, Cathy Ochs, Patricia Rose, nephew Ben Cass and numerous other relatives and friends.
Steve joined the Air Force at the age of 17 and served in Korea. Upon leaving the Air Force, he worked in civil service at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio until his retirement in 1987. His late wife Barbara was an avid equestrian, and he joined her for trail drives until her death in 1981. He enjoyed fishing as well as deer hunting in south Texas brush country. He also enjoyed living and working on his small ranch near Devine.
Services will be held on March 16, 2023, at Primrose Funeral Services in Devine, Texas. Visitation will begin at 2:00 P.M., followed by a memorial service at 3:00 P.M. There will be a reception following the memorial service at a nearby venue. The location will be announced at the service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to a charity of your choice or the Optimist Service Fund care of the Optimist Club of San Antonio.