Clyde “Al” Fohn was born July 31, 1941 in Hondo, Texas and was raised on the family farm in Yancey, Texas, has passed away May 8, 2024.
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Michael Carter
July 14, 1959-May 7,2024
Michael Carter, a beloved husband, brother, papa, friend, and dedicated civil servant, passed away peacefully at home on May 7, 2024, at the age of 64.
Born on July 14,1959, Michael devoted his life to serving his community and country with honor and integrity. After a remarkable 30-year career in civil service, he retired, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and commitment. His work touched many lives, and he was known for his unwavering sense of duty and ethical standards.
Donald “Buzz” Littleon
Donald “Buzz” Littleon of Lytle, Texas entered eternal rest on May 12, 2024 at the age of 71 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 6, 1953 to parents Jay Littleton and Peggy Ryan in San Antonio, Texas.
Margarita Q. Maldonado
Margarita Q. Maldonado of Lytle, Texas entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at the age of 83, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Sinton, Texas on July 31, 1940, to parents Alfred P. Maldonado and Francisca Q. Maldonado.
Ernest Bias Jr.
December 15, 1945 – May 2, 2024
Ernest Bias Jr., formerly of Moore, Tx. passed away on May 2, 2024, at the age of 78. He was born on December 15, 1945, to Ernest and Violet Bias.
Janie D. Garza
Janie D. Garza passed away April 24, 2024. Janie was the loving wife of 49 years to Manuel A. Garza, together they loved to travel and enjoy life.
Sherrian Craig Frazier
Sherrian Craig Frazier was born on November 25, 1946, in San Antonio and graduated from Jefferson High School. She died on May 11, 2024, following complications with surgery.
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Challengers Gonzales and Millerwin two seats on Devine council
By Anton Riecher
In Medina County a typically low-turnout May election still mustered a few surprises Saturday, particularly in Devine where two city council incumbents fell to political newcomers.
In District 1, Devine native Ray Gonzales garnered 23 votes to Ruffino Vega’s five vote total. In District 3, retired Devine High School band director Jeff Miller received 36 votes to defeat incumbent Stacy Pyron who had 15 votes.
Gonzales, a property claims expert with USAA, said his triumph over an incumbent candidate came as a “huge, huge surprise.”
“I’m not well known in town,” he said. “I’ve lived here all my life but most of my work has always been out of town.”
He attributed his success to the support of his family and his wife. Talking to his neighbors helped too, Gonzales said.
“It never hurts…
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Lytle approves putting gas utility up for sale, Castroville votes NO
Mayor Ruben Gonzalez looks forward another term
LYTLE
In Lytle, the biggest contested issue on the election ballot was a proposal to put the city’s natural gas distribution utility up for sale owing largely to the preference for electricity in the city’s latest subdivision development. That proposal was approved by voters 142 to 47.
“I want to thank our community for supporting our efforts to sell our gas system to be able to operate more efficiently,” Mayor Ruben Gonzalez said.
City Administrator Zachary Meadows said the vote give the city the opportunity to “explore options that we did have before.”
“We’re obviously happy to more forward and start the process on biding the…
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