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The evening of January 3, 2025 my father’s restless soul found peace. John Wesley Cook Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 77.
The eldest child of John W. (Jack) and Beulah Gilcrease Cook, Dad was born in Arkansas on August 20, 1947. He grew up in Beeville, Corpus Christi, Devine, and Lytle, Texas. John joined the Navy after high school and served during the Vietnam War. But his greatest pleasure was being a cowboy. Whether working as a ranch hand in New Mexico or Texas, cowboying at the Stockyards or the rodeo in San Antonio, or guiding hunts in the mountains of Wyoming, Dad was in his element around horses, cattle, and wildlife. My brother, Johnny, used to say that the song “Desperado” by the Eagle’s could have been written about Dad and I couldn’t agree more.
He is preceded in death by his father, his mother, an infant sister (Grace Emile), his brother (Tommy), his son (Johnny), and our mother, Patricia.
He is survived by his sister, Patsy Cook of Lytle; daughter, Heather Yanta (Chris) of Devine, daughter in law, Patricia of San Antonio, and stepson, Lance Rogers (Shari) of Nebraska; and six amazing grandchildren: Michael Cook, Ethan Yanta, Bryce Yanta, Jacob Yanta (Maggie), Jessica Rogers, and Jarred Rogers; and a great grandson, Matthew Yanta.
A private celebration of life will be held in the Spring and Dad will be laid to rest near his son in Devine.
In lieu of flowers, we are asking for donations in his honor to be made to Mission Devine, PO Box 42, Devine, TX 78016.
“The LORD cares deeply when His loved ones die.” Psalm 116:15 NL

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Angela Joan Keller, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and grandmother, who left us peacefully on December 31, 2024, at the age of 62. Angela was born on April 14, 1962, in San Antonio, Texas to parents Jim and Trudy Stapleton.
She is preceded in death by her father Jim Stapleton and beloved husband of 30 years Don Stuart Keller.
Angela is survived by her mother Trudy Stapleton, son James Keller, and wife Angela, siblings Mike, Chris, Marci, and her grandchildren Terran, Danielle, Melissa, and James.
Angela dedicated 30 years of her life as a Registered ER Nurse at Frio Regional Hospital in Pearsall, Texas, where her compassion, expertise, and leadership made a lasting impact on the lives of her patients and coworkers.
She loved spending time with her grandchildren during family gatherings, fishing, and camping. She also loved her animals and found joy in horseback riding.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Primrose Funeral Services at 14822 Main Street, Lytle, Texas. Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. at Brummett Cemetery in Bigfoot, Texas.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so by visiting www.primrosefuneralservices.com Arrangements are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services, 303 W. College Ave., Devine, Texas 78016, (830) 663-4445.

Maria S. Rangel of Lytle, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 17, 2024, at the age of 75. She was born on January 31, 1949, in Natalia, Texas, to parents, Pedro and Ramona Suniga.
Maria worked with Southwest ISD for thirty-nine years. She also dedicated her life to her Church and loved all her Church family.
She is preceded in death by her parents; son Jesse Rangel, Jr.; sisters Esparanza Suniga, and Gloria Reyes; brother Arturo Suniga; grandchildren Lenora and Albert Torres.
Maria is survived by her daughters Santa “Molly” Rangel, Maria Teresa Rangel, and Martina Carrillo; son Marcos Rangel; sisters Marylou Soliz, Amanda Murphy, Socorra Maldonado, Odilia Suniga and Josie Flores; brother Raymond Zuniga; grandchildren Jesse Rangel, Joshua Rangel, Wyatt Rangel, Ariel Rangel, Vanessa Holland, Roxanne Carrillo, Celia Carrillo and Julvonna Carillo; great-grandchildren Michael Morales, Lorenzo Morales, and Anthony Holland.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2025, from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with a Prayer Service at 6:00 P.M. at Primrose Funeral Services of Lytle, Texas. Services will conclude at the funeral home.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so by visiting www.primrosefuneralservices.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services, 14822 Main Street, Lytle, Texas 78052, (830) 709-0698.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ofilia Perez Vasquez on December 15, 2024. Born on November 15, 1945, Ofilia leaves behind a legacy of kindness, sincerity, resourcefulness, and helpfulness shaped by a life filled with love and faith.
She is survived by her loving daughter Marissa Varajas-Gonzales, caring son-in-law Ray Gonzales, cherished grandson Steven Ray Gonzales, beloved brother Elias Vasquez Jr., and dear niece Maribel Vasquez and great nephew, Joshua Wilson and two wryly pets Leo and Daisy, many cherished cousins, family and friends. She joyfully welcomed her grandchild into the world in 1994, a moment that remains a highlight of her life. She was preceded in death by her father Elias Vasquez Sr., and her mother Josefina Perez Vasquez.
Ofilia graduated from Devine High School in 1964, establishing a lifelong love for education that she proudly passed onto her daughter. She found spiritual solace at the Primera Iglesia Bautista Betania, an anchor point of faith and devotion in her life.
She was a woman of many interests and passions. She held a deep love for Mexican food, particularly enchiladas, casserole dishes, and homemade stuffing. Her beverage of choice was sweet tea and coke. Ofilia spent many hours lost in the pages of the Bible. She enjoyed the sounds of Mariachi bands and certain church hymns, and her television preferences included Molly B Polka music, Jimmy Swaggart faith musicals, and Heartland. Her sports enthusiasm was mainly reserved for baseball, and she loved watching performances of polka music and mariachis.

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