Category: Obituaries

Celebrating the lives of the loved ones we’ve lost

In Loving Memory of Hadley James Keene

September 3, 2024– September 3, 2024

Born into the arms of Malina Lynn Keene and James Robert Keene, and forever loved by her big sister, Kinsley Rhae Keene. Though Hadley’s time with us was brief, her impact on our hearts is everlasting. She will always be our precious girl, and her memory will guide us through even the darkest moments. We love you, sweet Hadley James, and you will forever be a part of us.

Tanya McCauley Tilley

Tanya McCauley Tilley, of Devine, Texas went Home to be with her Lord and Savior surrounded by her beloved family members on September 2, 2024. She was born February 12, 1961 in Center, Texas.
Tanya was a graduate of The University of Texas, and was an educator for 29 years with her last 9 years being in the local town of Devine. She was a long time resident of Devine where she and her husband of over 30 years Leslie Tilley, raised their two sons Carson and John Lawton Tilley. Tanya created a warm and loving home where she welcomed all. There was nothing Tanya loved more than shining God’s light and spirit with not only her abundance of friends and family, but to all who would listen. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church where she served others through ministries. To know her is to love her.
She is survived by her brother John McCauley.
A visitation will be held Thursday, September 5, 2024 from 5 pm to 8 pm at the Primrose Funeral Services in Devine. A funeral service will be held Friday, September 6, 2024 at 10 am at the First Baptist Church in Devine. Interment will follow at the Devine Evergreen Cemetery. There will be a meal following the graveside service.
If you would like to express your condolences or share a memory, please do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com
Funeral Arrangements are under the care of Primrose Funeral Services of Devine, Texas.

Juanita B. Monreal

“Juanita B. Monreal, of Devine, Texas, has passed away at the age of 74. She was born March 14, 1950 and went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2024.
Juanita loved to garden, gamble, travel, and she loved the beach.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Geronimo and Emma Balderrama, siblings; Enrique Balderrama, Lalo Fabrow, Jerry Balderrama, Adelfa Ortiz, Alicia Nunez; and grandson, Julian Andres Rodriguez.
Juanita leaves behind her children, Jose Rodriguez (Yamel), Donna Monreal, Malinda Monreal, Michelle Monreal, granddaughter; Stevie Rae Ramirez (Lalo), siblings; Ernest Balderrama, Robert Balderrama, Esteban Balderrama, Angelina Solano; she also leaves behind 19 grandchildren, many great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Visitation will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Devine, Texas, on Thursday, August 29, 2024 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm with Rosary recited at 7:00 pm. Mass celebrated on Friday morning at 10:00am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Interment to follow at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Devine, Texas.
If you would like to share a memory or express your condolences, please do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Primrose Funeral Services in Devine, Texas.”

Mary Van Zandt McCall

Mary Van Zandt McCall passed away Aug. 20, 2024, at home with her family, in Lytle, Texas. She was born Aug. 24,1930 in Ira, Texas to the late Christopher Columbus Van Zandt and Evie Bihl Van Zandt. She was the last of eleven children, six daughters and five sons.
She was known for her loving, caring generosity over the years. She headed many fundraisers helping families in need in her community. She loved her horse, Champ, along with her many friends that rode in the Laredo Trail Rides to the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo each year.
She married John McCall, Jr., January 8, 1949, in San Angelo, Texas. Becoming the wife of a U.S. Air Force service man led to many years of assignments and moving to different states and Countries as well as raising four daughters. Over the years John and Mary remained diligent members of The Masonic Lodge and Eastern Stars during their moves and travels with Mary receiving her 50-year pin.

The highlight of her life was her family and the annual Van Zandt Family Reunion at Lake Nasworthy in San Angelo. The reunion was her special time to catch up with family members from the oldest to the newest.
She is preceded in death by her husband, John E. McCall, Jr., her parents C.C. and Evie Van Zandt, sisters, Viola Foreman, Ruby Wishert, Lula White, Edith Kleiner, and Christine Constable. Her brothers, Charlie Van Zandt, Albert Van Zandt, Lambert Van Zandt, Raymond Van Zandt, Roy (Red) Van Zandt, and granddaughter Jaime Adell Robinson.
Survivors include her four daughters, Pam (Franklin) Wanjura, Sandra (Charles) Wells, Debra (Kenneth) Robinson, and Janice (Allen) Homeier, Grandchildren, Tricia (Brandon) Kelley, Tyson (Vicki) Wanjura, Angela Steele, Daniel (Stacie) Wells, Jeffery Robinson, John (Shea) Robinson, Justin Bruce, Michael (Tiffany) Sanders and 18 Great Grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, all those who called her Aunt Mary, and Deborah Collins, who was like a daughter.
A visitation was held on Monday, August 26th, at 10:00 a.m. The funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m., in the Chapel of Primrose Funeral Services, 14822 Main Street, Lytle, Texas 78052.
In lieu of flowers you may send support to: Lytle Animal Allies, PO Box 874, Lytle, TX 78052

Melba Bonita Finnigan

(Aug, 25, 1929 – Jul. 29, 2024)

Melba Bonita (“Bonnie”) Finnigan, age 94, of Lytle, TX, passed away Jul. 29, 2024 in Lytle, TX.
Bonnie was born Aug. 25, 1929 in Lacoste, TX to the late Helen Marie Mechler and Richard Joseph Wanjura.
She worked diligently for Lytle ISD as cafeteria manager for over 20 years. Her hobbies included gardening, working around the house, traveling the continental U.S. with her husband, and most of all quilting. She spent uncounted hours crafting grand quilt creations for numerous relatives, friends, and disabled veterans winning many local fair and quilt show ribbons along the way.

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Daniel Clayton Wood, Jr.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Clayton Wood Jr.. Danny left peacefully on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the age of 73, surrounded by loved ones who were singing his favorite church hymns, to help ease his transition.
Danny was born in San Antonio, Texas on June 22,1951. He was the beloved son of Daniel Clayton Wood Sr. and Virginia Wood; he was also the cherished sibling of Leota Wood and Mike Wood, all of whom preceded him in death.
Danny was a remarkable individual whose intelligence, dedication, and resourcefulness left a lasting impression on all who knew him. His life was a rich tapestry of faith, family, AND his passion for all things sports and outdoors.

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Terry Raymond Elliott

Terry Raymond Elliott of Natalia, TX passed away on July 26, 2024. He was born on August 22, 1955 in Castroville, TX to parents Tom and Doris Elliott. Terry is survived by his sister Sherry Elliott, nieces Cherise & Ashley Stricker, nephews Jake & Luke Stricker, and his honorary family, Dana & Willa Woodson along with their family. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers Jerry & Gerry Elliott.
Terry’s memory will be honored with a visitation from 5-9 PM on Wednesday, August 07, 2024. A Funeral service will take place at Primrose Funeral Services in Devine, Texas at 10:00 AM on Thursday, August 08, 2024. Burial followed the funeral service at Evergreen Cemetery.
If you would like to express your condolences or share a memory, please do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com
Funeral Arrangements are under the care of Primrose Funeral Services of Devine, Texas
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