Category: Obituaries

Jacob Sanchez, age 35, of Bigfoot, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior, on Thursday, January 5, 2023.
He was born November 23, 1987, in San Antonio, Texas to Raul D. Sanchez and Maria Del Jesus Sanchez.
Jacob is preceded in death by his brother, Tony Sanchez.
He is survived by his loving wife of eighteen years, Rebecca Renee Powe; daughter, Karli Joy Sanchez; father, Raul D. Sanchez; mother, Maria Del Jesus Sanchez (Oscar); and mom, Yolanda Ornelas, siblings, Raul Sanchez, Jr., Jose Luis Sanchez, David Sanchez (Stephanie), Saily Z. Sanchez (Jessica), Donald Ornelas (Jessica), Suzanna Vasquez (Uriel), Jose Sanchez, Jr., Jeremy Currie (Hilary); nephews, Connor, Isaac, Oliver, Wyatt, and Ryan; nieces, Bailey O., Bailey D., Leighton, Mia, Bella, Mariyah, Chloe, and Aunalyse. Bonus family, James and Jennifer Howard, David and Donna Powe, Eric and Amanda Rodriguez, David, Jr. and Taryn Powe, Chelsi and Sam Hall, & Erika Temple.
Jacob went to live with his Aunt Yolanda in Bigfoot when he was six. He stayed with her through school, and he graduated from Devine ISD in 2006. He continued his education at Texas A&M, graduating in 2016, with his Bachelor of Science.
He landed his dream job, teaching and coaching at Devine ISD in 2016. He taught sixth and eighth grade Science, and coached football, basketball and track, for the last seven years.
Jacob met the love of his life, Becky, while in High School and in 2015, they welcomed their beautiful daughter, Karli Joy Sanchez. He blossomed as a father and was wrapped around Karli’s finger. He was always going above and beyond to provide for his family and make all their dreams come true.
Jacob had a love for the beach. In the summer he would take his family down for weeks at a time to stay in their camper. He woke early and plotted their day of fishing. He was always after the biggest catch. He, also, recently, started taking guitar lessons so he could play and sing to Karli. Their favorite song to sing together was Folsom Prison Blues by Johnny Cash.
Jacob loved spending time with his family as often as possible. Football Sundays were spent in Bigfoot watching games and trash talking the other teams and on how, his Titians, were going to win. On the off season it was flea market, Ross, then Game Stop. He loved to find a good deal, and splurged on whatever deal he could find.
Throughout Jacob’s life his love for people shined through in many ways. He initiated a few projects to help his community, mowing yards for those who couldn’t do for themselves, and collecting shoes for students in need. He would often have snacks available in his classroom, and sneak in food for his students, and buy tacos and doughnuts for his colleagues. He was the kind of guy that made you feel like you mattered, no matter what your background was. Jacob would tell you if you were in the wrong, and how to turn it around. He believed in supporting one another, however possible.
Jacob truly felt the calling to be a teacher, not just in the classroom. “I’ve never wanted a student to dread coming to my class, I make sure to tell them, ‘I want to see them everyday’, I tell my kids that I truly do care about them and they become honorary “Sanchez” when they are taught by me.” -Jacob Sanchez.
A Visitation will be held Thursday, January 14, 2023, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Primrose Funeral Services, 303 W. College Ave., Devine, Texas 78016.
Funeral Services will be Friday, January 13, 2023 at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church, 308 W. Hondo Ave., Devine, Texas 78016. Interment at Longview Cemetery on CR 2729, Bigfoot, Texas.
If anyone wishes to make a donation to “Jacob’s Love Fund”, an account is set up at Security State Bank, Devine, Texas.
Also, available for donations https://venmo.com/u/jacoblovefund and https://cash.app/$jacoblovefund75
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guest book may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com

Thomas Steven Smith of McQueeney, Tx, took his seat with Our Lord on December 11, 2022 at 68 years old. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald Walter and Lillian Lee Smith of Devine, Tx, his brothers Gerald Walter Smith, Jr, and Patrick Wayne Smith, sister Debra Ann Johnson, and daughter (in his heart) Denae Erin Enfinger.
He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Linda Marie Smith; brother Michael Ray (Mike) Smith and wife Linda of Celina, Tx, sister Dana Lynn Hood and husband Tracy of Seguin, Tx, brother James Allen (Jimmy) Smith and wife Jeanne of Adkins, Tx, lifelong best friend and brother Scott Matykiewicz and wife Trish of McQueeney, Tx; children Steven Thomas Smith and wife Stacey of Schertz, Tx, Daniel Alan Smith and wife Danielle of McQueeney, Tx, Lisa Marie DuBose and husband JR of Devine, Tx, Christopher Michael Smith and wife Jessica of Warrensburg, MO; grandchildren Kortney Cannon, Celeste Smith, Kahlie Smith, Jonathan Washington, Clint DuBose, Steven Smith, Brooke DuBose, Harper DuBose, Brielle Smith, Scarlett Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews that he loved like his own children.
Tommy served in the US Navy until his second child was born, and then began driving a truck for Texas Test Fleet alongside his father. He drove for many companies throughout the years, the longest being Parkway Transport (HEB) for the last 33 years of his career.
He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren, siblings and in-laws and sharing tales of life on the road and memories of the past. He could tell a story like no other, and his love for family was endless.
Services were held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, Tx 78209, on December 30, 2022 at 1:15pm, under Shelter #2. There was a luncheon that followed at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 1530 Kitty Hawk Rd., Universal City, TX 78148.

Chavela Camacho Gonzales passed away at home peacefully on December 27, 2022, in Live Oak, TX at the age of 69.
She is preceded in death by her son, Clifton Charles Gonzales, her parents, Tomas, and Santiaga Camacho;Grandmother, Irena Cerna; Siblings, Ruben Camacho, Lupe Gauna, Tom Camacho; Sister and Brother in laws, Carmen Camacho, Margie Camacho, Bartloa Camacho, San Juan Gauna, and Stella Camacho; Mother and Father-in-Law, Efren and Apolonia Gonzales whom she loved dearly.
Chavela is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Clifton Gonzales, Daughter, Rebecca Cavazos (Edward), Grandchildren, Israel, Bianca, Olivia, Noah, and Great granddaughter, Ellie; Her siblings, Paul (Jean), Manuel (Aurelia), Chago (Pat), Josie, and Vicki Camacho.
Born on June 14th, 1953, in Pearsall, TX, Chavela was the youngest of 10 brothers and sisters. In her childhood, she enjoyed making wonderful memories with her siblings and cousins playing outside. Chavela loved to play with dolls. She was spoiled by her grandmother and always got what she wanted. In her teen years, she discovered her love and passion for dancing and big hoop earrings.
On July 29th, 1978, she married Clifton V Gonzales in her hometown of Pearsall, TX. Together, they built a life in San Antonio and had two children, Clifton Charles Gonzales, and Rebecca Camacho Gonzales Cavazos. Chavela was a stay-at-home mom and took pride in taking care of her family, ensuring home cooked meals were on the table each night. She attended and volunteered at every event for her children and always knew how to make her family feel better when something was wrong. Chavela woke up each morning joyously to make breakfast and lunch for her husband. She supported and loved him dearly and was grateful for the gift of being able to stay home and raise their two wonderful children.
Throughout the years, Chavela often told her children stories of her childhood that included many cherished memories with her parents, grandmother, brothers, sisters, cousins, and friends, growing up overall. There was never a quiet moment in the presence of her sweet soul. She held a very close bond with her many nieces and nephews, and she often expressed this love with the upbringing of her mother’s teachings in dedication to family. Chavela was known for remembering every birthday and made a friend wherever she went. She loved to laugh, joke, and truly lived a life of every moment mattering to life and her family.
Chavela was diagnosed with a degenerative disease in 1995. She often told her family she was going to fight the disease and promised herself she would be able to stand up for her children’s graduation. Chavela surpassed this goal and so many others and while able to care for her first grandson, Israel Nathaniel from birth until elementary school age; teaching him preschool and kinder concepts. She loved her grandchildren dearly and considered herself extremely blessed to be a grandmother. Chavela will forever leave a lasting imprint on their hearts.
She was an active member of St. Monica’s Catholic Church. Chavela always ensured her children received a catholic teaching, each were baptized, received reconciliation, and were confirmed at St. Monica’s Church. She attended weekly prayer groups and made many friendships through her faith. When Chavela was no longer able to attend services due to her illness, she and her husband watched the daily rosary and mass from home as her continued commitment to God.
Chavela will be deeply missed by so many. Her memory will live on through her loving family and friends. A very special heartfelt thank you to her husband, Clifton Gonzales for providing the best care for her and his commitment to his vow as a husband to care for her through sickness and in health. The family would like to also thank the many special individuals who were with them in so many ways during her last weeks of life.
Pallbearers: David Camacho, Edward Cavazos, Gary Allen, Israel Urdiales, Jerry Camacho, Joe Valadez, Manuel Camacho, and Mario Camacho.
Honorary Pallbearers: Noah Cavazos, Bianca Herrera, Olivia Gonzales

David Lee “One Shot” Vogt, 68, passed away on December 17, 2022, at his residence in Somerset. He was born May 13, 1954, in San Antonio, TX to Levine R. Vogt and Marjorie B. Johnson. David is a 1972 graduate of Southwest High School in San Antonio. He enlisted in the Army in 1972 and proudly served our country until 1980. His military career took him to Korea and Desert Storm, as well as being a Marksmanship Instructor. After being honorably discharged he returned home and studied at Alamo Community College and St. Phillip’s College. David served as Fire Chief for the Rossville Fire Department from 1990-2003 then transferred to the Lytle Fire Department. He was a Master mechanic, enjoyed woodworking, and he especially enjoyed competing in Marksmanship competitions. He loved his fur babies, and his schnauzers, and remained active with fellow Veterans through events and social media.
David is preceded in death by his parents Levine Vogt and Marjorie Johnson; and his sister Karolyn Supulver.
He is survived by his daughters Ann and Heidi Vogt; brothers and sisters-in-law Lee Vogt and Michelle, William Vogt and Emily, and Ronnie Vogt and Judy; sisters and brother-in-law Sherland Juarez, and Marilyn and Howard Beeson; grandchildren Illiana, Einathan, Kyle, Kevin, Shelby, and Glynn; great-granddaughter Layna Grace; numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wheelers for the Wounded https://wheelersforthewoundednj.org
Graveside services were at 9:45 am on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX; under the direction of Hurley Funeral Home-Pleasanton, TX.

Barbara Lynn Carr Pacini, born May 18, 1962, went into the loving arms of the Lord on December, 20, 2022 at the age of 60.
Barbara loved being a mother and grandmother. She was always available to help friends and loved planning special occasions and making beautiful decorations and gifts. She thoroughly enjoyed being an educator and helping children grow and learn in the classroom and in their faith. Barbara taught at Devine ISD, D’Hanis ISD and Big Springs ISD. She also taught CCD for many years in Devine and D’Hanis and helped get the altar servers program going again in Devine.
She retired from teaching and went into the insurance business next before retiring again to move back home to take care of her parents.
She is loved and will be dearly missed by parents Charles Richard Carr & Lee Cowan Carr; her daughter Jacqulynn & Josh Hermann of D’Hanis; and her son John & Monica Pacini of San Antonio; and grandchildren Stella Pacini, Tyson Hermann, and Cassius, Christian, and Cadenece Hermann; and a brother Rick and Barbara Carr.
Services will be on Saturday, January 14th at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Devine at 10:00 a.m. A reception will follow in the hall.
A full obituary will be published next week.

Antonio (Tony) V. Perez, 77, passed away on December 24, 2022, in Lytle, Texas.
Tony was born in Pearsall, Texas to Simon and Guadalupe (Valverde) Perez on August 16, 1945.
He attended school in Pearsall, Texas.
Tony married Lupana Coronado Perez on June 29, 1968, in Pearsall. He worked as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service for more than 40 years. Tony was a veteran of the Vietnam War and served in the Army.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Simon and Guadalupe Perez; brothers, Jesus, Marcos and Manuel Perez; sisters, Teresa, Lupita and Santos.
Tony is survived by his wife, of 54 years, Guadalupana Perez; children, Antonio Perez, Jr., and wife, Veronica, Melissa Perez Pena and husband, Reggie and John Eric Perez and wife, Christina; 10 grandchildren, Kimberly Martinez (Michael), Anthony Perez, Cassie Perez, Victor Garcia (Melissa), Corina Garcia, Nicholas Martinez, Sarah Perez, Trinity Perez, Alexis Abrego, and Johnny Perez; 12 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 3, 2023 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, at Primrose Funeral Services, 14822 North Main, Lytle, Texas 78052.
A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm in the Chapel.
Mass will be Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 10:00 am, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 14831 North Main, Lytle, Texas 78052
Interment will follow at the Resurrection Cemetery at Cordi Marian Cemetery, 11624 Culebra Road, San Antonio, Texas 78253.
Anyone wishing to sign the online guestbook, share memories or issue condolences to the family, may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com
Arrangements under the direction of Primrose Funeral Service, 14822 Main Street, Lytle, Texas.

Martha Maxine Pierce entered eternal rest on December 23, 2022, at the age of 87. She was born on February 14, 1935, in Whitewright, Texas to Timothy and Lockie (Harp) Neal.
She is preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband Billie Howard Pierce; three sisters and two brothers. Maxine is survived by her son, Les Pierce (Margaret); daughter, Cindy Hall (Robert); grandchildren, Paul Karam (Michelle), Jackie Frank (Ken), Bryan Hall (Gina), Jessica Hall-Martinez (Pete); five great-grandchildren and one due in March; other loving family members and friends.
“Maxine” loved antiques. She was also a lifelong hairdresser and owner of Lurline’s Salon in South San.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, from 10:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. with a funeral service to be celebrated 12:00 P.M. at Mission Park Funeral Chapels South. Interment will follow at Bexar Cemetery in Somerset, TX.

Roger Alan Erxleben, age 74, was born June 29, 1948 in Seguin, Tx. He died on December 29, 2022.
Roger enlisted in the Navy in June of 1968 and proudly served our country for over 20 years. His military career took him to Vietnam, Virginia, Florida, California, and Texas until he retired in December of 1992. Roger was a true patriot and his love for our country and the Navy was infinite. Roger was a veteran of the Vietnam War.
Roger is preceded in death by his parents, Helmuth and Evangeline Erxleben and his sister Sandra Harborth.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Laura Warnock Erxleben and two children and their spouses, Joseph and Stacie Erxleben of Devine, and James and Lacey Erxleben also of Devine. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Jazmine and Jennelle Erxleben, Jordan Erxleben, Jacob, Joseph, and Jenna Sadler, and 1 sibling and her spouse: Mary and Weldon Schmidt of Moody, Texas; along with his in-laws, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Visitation will be held Friday, January 6th, 2023, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at Hurley Funeral Home in Devine, Texas. A Celebration of Roger’s life will be held on Saturday, January 7th, 2023, at Natalia First Baptist Church starting at 10:00 AM. Interment will be at Crescent Valley Cemetery in Victoria, Texas. A brief graveside service will be held at approximately 3:30 PM on Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, Donations may be made to Natalia First Baptist Church.
Anyone wishing leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com

Betty Sue (Box) Morgan, age 74, of Devine, Texas passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, in San Marcos, Texas from Alzheimer’s disease. A Memorial Service will be held in the Sanctuary of Trinity Baptist Church, 319 E. Mulberry Avenue, San Antonio, Texas 78212 on Friday, January 6, 2023, at 11 AM, followed by a private family burial at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Fort Worth, Texas.
Betty was born the last of five daughters on April 5, 1948, in San Angelo, Texas to John Burress Box and Mary Ella (Pool) Box. She attended San Angelo State College and graduated from Baylor University. She moved to San Antonio to teach school in the Northeast I.S.D. While in San Antonio, she became a member of Trinity Baptist Church where she met her husband of more than 43 years, Davis “Dave” Delyle Morgan. They moved to Devine in 1972 and raised four children there: Davene Morgan of Dallas, Lindsey Randow (Joshua) of San Marcos, Davis Morgan (Tiffany) of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Courtney Sharp (Randy) of Bastrop.
Betty taught school for more than thirty-five years, most of which were spent teaching first grade at John J. Ciavarra Elementary School in Devine. She loved her Savior Jesus Christ, children, and education and positively impacted generations both in her job and through her decades of teaching Sunday school at church. She also helped cook thousands of meals with the Texas Baptist Men Disaster Relief Services mass feeding unit and served on the Emergency Services District board for Devine.
She is survived by her four children, their spouses, and nine grandchildren: McKinley Sharp, June Morgan, Corben Sharp, Maximus Morgan, Brig Randow, Brooklyn Sharp, Asa Morgan, Bryleigh Sharp and Urban Randow. She also survived by her four sisters: Mary Ella Elam of Houston, Jean Caldwell of Dallas, Kay Read (David Anderson) of Cartersville, Georgia, and Judy McElhaney of Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as seven nephews and nieces and numerous great-nephews and nieces. She was proceeded in death by her husband, parents, and three brothers-in-law: James Read, Jack McElhaney, and John Elam.
The family would like to thank the community at Brookdale San Marcos North for loving Betty well during the past seven years. We are grateful for the addition of the compassionate staff of St. David’s Hospice & Family Care over the last months of Betty’s life.
In a final act of love & sacrifice, Betty donated her brain to the University of Miami Brain Endowment Bank through the assistance of the Brain Donor Project (braindonorproject.org). Her gift will be used to help further research into finding a cure for Alzheimer’s disease.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a gift to the Trinity Baptist Church Children’s Ministry Camp Scholarship fund https://www.trinitybaptist.org/ or the Devine Education Foundation https://devineeducationfoundation.org/.
Arrangements are under the direction of Thomason Funeral Home, 2001 Ranch Rd 12, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information and to sign the online registry, please visit thomasonfuneralhome.com.

Ofelia Gonzales, born December 22, 1952, went into the loving arms of the Lord on December 23, 2022, at the age of 70.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Eusebio and Delfina Gonzales and by her grandmother, Gonzala Gonzales.
She is loved and will be missed by her siblings, Lupe Gonzales and spouse Pat, and Aurora Gonzales, Nephews and Nieces Lupe Gonzales Jr., Daniel Gonzales, Susan Dalen, William Quinonez, Juan Quinonez Jr., Jose Quinonez and Marcella Navarro, as well 11 great-nieces and nephews and numerous other family members and friends. She will be dearly missed and never forgotten.
Visitation will be held Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 9:00am to 10:30am with a Mass to be held at 11:00am at St. John Bosco Catholic Church in Natalia, TX with burial to follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Devine, TX.
Services under the direction of Bluebonnet Funeral Chapel.