Category: Obituaries

07/27/1972 ~ February 13, 2023
Kissie was called to the Lord on February 13, 2023, at the age of 50, after battling diabetes for 16 years. She grew up in San Antonio, in the 70’s and attended John Marshall High School, where she participated in the band. Kissie loved music.
At the old age of 25, Kissie joined the Navy, and served her country for nine years as a Torpedo Man’s Mate on the USS Cole.
While her passing broke our hearts, we are comforted by her family as well as her many wonderful relatives and friends. They were the light of her life and Kissie enjoyed every minute she spent with all of them.
Kissie spent her final days under the loving care of her niece, Samantha Gomez, who devoted years to her wellbeing.
We miss her more than words can convey. Because of her tireless efforts to serve her country, family and friends, she was always there when we needed her. She was the first of nine children and nine cousins.
Kissie was preceded in death by her father, Leroy Stine; her grandparents, Martina Madrigal Davis, Harold Davis, and Louis R. Gomez.
She is survived by her mother, Mary Jane (Skip) Pitlock; her daughters and sons, Celena Gonzales, Michelle, Jennifer, Blake and Adam Buswell; siblings, Billie Jo, Duffy, River (his fiancé Anne), Andrew, Benjamin Pitlock, Heather Sanchez, Steven, Tony, Gabriel Stine; honorary sisters, Kelley Widerstrom and Crystal Ellis; aunts and uncles, Diana (Richard) Padilla, Michael (Diane) Gomez, Mary Helen (Sam) Balleza, Judy (Hector) Tudyk and Louis (Anne) Gomez; nieces Ariel (Austin) Beal, Samantha, Madison, Prudence, and Amelia; nephews, Nathaniel, Jaxon, and Gideon; grandnieces, Liberty Gomez, Adelaide, Sophie, KC Beal; and grandnephew, Benjamin Beal; cousins, Diana Marie (Joe) Bonelli, Anna Lisa (Scott) Bacon, Lydia Martina (Chevy) Hernandez, Jennifer Lee (Clifford) Martinez, Jason (Cynthia) Gomez, Roxanne Dillon (Donta), Louis Michael (Melly) Gomez, Eric (Melissa) Dillon, Page (Kevin) Martin, Victoria and Elizabeth Gomez; cousins, once removed, Martina Weikle, Vivian Gomez, Sienna Gomez, Louis Gomez Jr., Richie, Jude and Clifford IV Martinez.
There will be a Visitation held Monday, March 6, 2023, beginning at 5:00pm – 9:00pm, with a Rosary recited at 7:00pm at Primrose Funeral Services, 14822 Main St., Lytle TX 78052.
A final visitation will begin Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at 8:30am with a Church Service at 12:00 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Somerset with Fr. James Janish.
Kissie will be laid to rest with military honors at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at 2:00pm with a gravesite blessing by Pastor Michael Cochran.
There will be a reception following the service in the Fellowship Hall at St. Mary’s Church in Somerset.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the guest book may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com.
Arrangements by Primrose Funeral Services, 14822 Main Street, Lytle, Texas 78052.

John Fredrick Williamson, Sr., age 92, of San Antonio and New Braunfels, Texas went to be with his Heavenly Father on February 20, 2023, surrounded by his family.
A devoted Christian, John was born on June 12, 1930, in Devine, Texas, at home, to Fred and Allene Williamson. The second oldest of four children, John graduated from Devine High School at age 16 when there were only 11 grades. He met the love of his life, Mary Grace Henson, at a school dance, when he was 18 and she was 16. Mary always felt that God had put them together at that early age. They married 2 years later, on June 30, 1950, weeks after Mary graduated from high school. They spent their early married years living with his grandparents while he worked as a carpenter, butane gas truck driver and life insurance salesman while supporting his young family, and his widowed mother and sisters.
In 1956, he moved his family to San Antonio and took a job at the Burroughs Corporation selling adding machines. Through that job, he was fortunate to meet a business associate that owned a data processing company, called Central Processing Center. In 1968, he joined CPC as an owner and was instrumental in CPC pioneering the conversion of banks and savings and loans to their ‘on line’ mainframe computers via high speed phone lines, replacing the bank’s hand written, manual account systems. After 20 years of his leadership, CPC went public by joining FiServ in 1985, allowing him an early retirement at age 57.
John enjoyed vacations of all kinds with his family. Early on, there were many memorable camping trips to the Medina River, complete with lots of Dr. Pepper and Vanilla creme cookies, under the big Cypress trees by the rapids. Also, there were countless weekends taking the boat to Canyon Lake, skiing, and tubing, with John primarily driving the boat, and occasionally getting in a ski run himself. His family’s love of the lake turned into building their dream home on Lake Dunlap in New Braunfels, where he bar-b-qued many chickens, and smoked many briskets, to feed the hungry kids coming off the lake. Not limiting their travels to just Texas, they also enjoyed international travel to Israel, Europe, the Caribbean, and Hawaii. Beyond that there were many cruises, and an African safari with their best friends from Devine, the Belews. John and Mary also fell in love with Breckenridge, Colorado, where they purchased a home, and spent winters skiing and summers hiking with their family. They also enjoyed the annual ‘Happy Everything’ summer family reunions at their lake house.
John and Mary had a deep faith in God and were active members of several churches throughout his lifetime. Their involvement in Trinity Baptist Church and The Fellowship of San Antonio, as well as Oakwood Baptist in New Braunfels generated many lifelong friendships. John was a generous man, supporting both local and international causes. In recent years, a commitment to sponsoring 6 children and funding building projects at the Jehovah Jireh school in Nicaragua, touched his heart in a particular way. These acts of benevolence were an indication of his supportive, positive, and encouraging manner. John was known to inspire people with his simple but powerful line to ‘just do the next, best thing.’
He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Mary Grace, his sister Patricia Voelz, and his three children: Cyndi Wideman, of McKinney, Marilyn Ammon (Bob), of Waco, and John Williamson Jr. (Donna), of Dripping Springs. John also has 7 grandchildren, John, Kari, Ryan, Robyn, Audrey, Ava, and Scott, plus 8 great-grandchildren, Jossalyn, Jacob, James, Beau, Jackson, Cooper, Hayes, and Grace. Funeral services will be at Primrose Funeral Home in Devine, Texas, on March 3rd, at 2 pm, with a committal ceremony following at Evergreen Cemetery. Primrose Funeral Home used to be the First Baptist Church in Devine, where John and Mary were married, and where John was named the youngest deacon ever at the time. He always kept in mind and his heart the wonderful promise God gives in Romans 8:38-39: “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to FundaCristo Missions International (www.fundacristo.com) or a charity of your choice.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 3,2023, starting at 1:00 P.M. with a Funeral Service to beginning at 2:00 P.M. Primrose Funeral Services Chapel, Devine, Texas with interment to follow at Evergreen cemetery.
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 Services, Devine, Texas 78016, (830) 663-4445.

November 9, 1951 – February 20, 2023
James Lee “Skeeter” Cotter, Sr., 71, of Goodwell passed away Monday, February 20, 2023 at the Southwest Medical Center in Liberal, Kansas surrounded by his family.
The son of Travis and Ruth (Rose) Cotter, Skeeter was born November 9, 1951 in San Angelo, Texas. He attended school in Devine, Texas.
Skeeter had many hobbies he enjoyed – hunting, fishing, playing dominoes and pool, as well as playing music with his Rose cousins. Skeeter had many jobs but loved being a carpenter most of all. He learned carpentry from his dad.
Skeeter married Nancy Waddell, June 1970. They had four children together: Jimmy, Cindy, Candice and Janet. He later married Charlotte Douthitt on May 8, 1996 in Canton, Texas. They moved from Mineola, Texas to Guymon in 2009.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Bobby Gandy and one sister, Susie Alexander.
Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Cotter of the home; his kids: Jimmy Cotter and wife, Tammy of Guymon, Cindy Skipper and husband, David of Holcomb, Kansas, Candice Edwards and husband, Justin of Hysham, Montana, and Janet Cotter of Guymon; his bonus kids: Brandon Douthitt of Arlington, Texas, Breanne Bennett and husband, Neal of Mansfield, Texas, Chelsea Mullins of Arlington, Texas and Stacy Ray of Guymon. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; his sweet sister, Margaret Mazar and husband, Lou of Grand Saline, Texas; and two brothers, Bill Gandy of Amarillo, Texas and Stephen Gandy of Alvarado, Texas.
There will be a family celebration of Skeeter’s life at a later date. Friends can sign the online guestbook and leave condolences at www.bunchroberts.com.

March 2, 1940 ~ September 24, 2022
MJ “Butch” Shoemaker, age 82, passed, unexpectedly, Saturday, September 24, 2022 at M.A. Assisted Living, in Natalia.
Butch was born March 2, 1940, in Washington, DC, the son of Milton John aka Milton Fremont Shoemaker and Frances Housel Shoemaker.
Butch, as known by his many friends, graduated from Edison High School in 1958. After graduating from high school, Butch’s mother told him to either get a job or join the military, so at age 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served 4 years as an Electrician’s Mate aboard the Aircraft carrier, USS Coral Sea. In May 1964, after his military service was completed, he went to work for Union Pacific Railroad, which later became Missouri Pacific or MOPAC. Butch started as a Trainman and worked his way up to Conductor status when he retired, after 41 years, in January 2005. He loved working for the Railroad, was dedicated to his job, and formed many Railroad friendships during this time, with lunches and get-togethers continuing after his retirement.
In his mid-30’s, Butch married Juanita Hill and they were married for 32 years until her death in 2009. In 2010, Butch was fortunate to find, at age 70, the perfect partner with whom to spend the rest of his life, Linda Darlene (Rutherford) Glover. They were married for 12 years. It was during this time that Butch was baptized at Southwest Church of Christ, by Bro. Bob Stokes, the minister who married them. Bro. Bob and Butch became good friends and Butch became a faithful servant to his Lord and Master. Even though he had only been a Christian a short time and was still learning, Butch would participate in helping serve at the Communion table and whatever else he felt comfortable doing. A few years ago, Butch & Linda started worshipping at the Natalia Church of Christ closer to home in Lytle and developed a deep fondness for this loving and caring “church family”. Butch loved his church family, his immediate family, especially all the children with whom he bonded very quickly.
He loved driving his 1919 Model-T Depot Hack, which he inherited from Juanita’s father. He got a big thrill out of driving it in parades, going on Model-T tours along with Linda and Butter, his yellow lab. She rode in the front seat next to Butch until Linda came along, and then she had to “take a back seat” but was ok with that just as long as she got to ride.
He also loved his animals, watching the weather and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Butch always had a firm handshake and a bear hug for anyone he met…it was really hard for him during Covid to refrain from hugging anyone.
He was a gentle man who exhibited concern and empathy for others. Butch supported the Veterans of Foreign Wars and when available would buy a poppy or two from them. He always made it a point that we vote in important elections.
Surviving, in addition to his wife, Linda, are his step-children, Christine M. Glover of Lytle; Justin W. Glover and wife, Sharon, of Natalia; three step-grandchildren, Coleton Martin, Darren Glover and Katelyn Glover; one step-great-granddaughter, Kendall Martin; one sister, Georgiana “Pinky” Shoemaker Starzel and husband, Dave Madison of Denver; two brothers, Lawson Housel “Happy” Shoemaker and his wife, Pat; Joel David Shoemaker; & numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 11:00 am at Primrose Funeral Services, 14822 Main Street, Lytle, Texas 78052 with Preacher Jim Word officiating.
A private burial will follow at Jourdanton City Cemetery in Jourdanton, Texas.
Memorials can be sent to M.A. Assisted Living, 185 CR 679, Natalia, TX. 78059, under MJ “Butch” Shoemaker or Natalia Church of Christ, P.O. Box 209, Natalia, Texas 78059
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the guest book may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com
Arrangements by Primrose Funeral Services, 14822 Main St., Lytle, Tx. 78052, (830) 709-0698.

Phyllis Ann Hill, born May 26, 1936 to parents Bud and Ora Hamilton of Natalia, entered the gates of Heaven on February 8, 2023, to join the love of her life, John Logan Hill. John and Phyllis met in Eagle Pass Texas at the movie theater, it was love at first sight! They would make many trips back to Eagle Pass, where they enjoyed playing the slots at Kickapoo. They’ve now hit the Mega jackpot by rejoining in Heaven where they can enjoy eternal life together.
Phyllis is preceded in death by her husband John Logan Hill, parents Bud and Ora Hamilton, Father and Mother In Law Dee Witt and Ada Hill, son Keith and Grandson Christopher. She is survived by her brother J.J. Hamilton (Linda), sons John Phillip Hill (Paula), Mark Allen Hill (Deb), daughter Robin Kay Qualls (Mike), grandchildren John Dee Hill, Connie Hill, Jessica Reyes, Danny Hill (DeShana), Shannon Holland (Tim), April Qualls, Amanda Morrow (Joseph), 14 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
Phyllis had a heart of gold, always caring for others and being the anchor to never let you fall. She made an impact on anyone she met with her kindness, nurturing and humorous spirit, loved by all. Although we will miss her tremendously, her presence will always be with us, we know that her faith has carried her on to her Heavenly Father and she’s rejoicing in Heaven with a big family reunion! And making sure all the kitty cat’s are well fed! We love you Mama, Grandma, Meemo, Sissy.
Visitation will be held on Friday, February 24, 2023, starting at 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. Primrose Funeral Services Chapel Devine, Texas with a Graveside service starting at 2:30 P.M. at Evergreen cemetery.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com Arrangemtns are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services, 303 W. College Ave., Devine, Texas, 78016, (830) 663-4445.

Hilda Cassiano Samudio was born August 9, 1946 in Big Wells, Texas. Her parents Enedina and Ernesto and her granddaughter, Alyssa, preceded her in death. On February 15, 2023, Hilda’s prayers were answered to be in heaven with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
During her life, Hilda made a very special and lasting impression on all who knew her. At a young age, she met the love of her life, Joe. She worked in Social Services and many other successful business ventures, offering support and comfort to all. Over the years she made a happy home, raised a beautiful family, and welcomed others into it with open and loving arms.
Hilda was a VERY SPECIAL LADY. She was funny and feisty with a big heart. Her superb cooking skills and passion were better than any Food Network star! Hilda was “the best” at everything she set her heart and mind to. Nothing made her smile more than spending time with Joe, her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Hilda was a true matriarch of the entire family.
Hilda’s love, life, and legacy will forever be precious memories for her husband Joe; her children Danny (Kim), Debbie (Phil), Joey (Julie), Jamie (Paula), Sister Odilia and Brothers Oscar (Yolanda) and Mario (Pat); her grandchildren, Daniel, Jake, Jordan, Josh, Payton, Lauren, Phillip, Paul, Sarah, Felipe, Erik and Maddox; Great- Grandchildren Ari, Amias, Bria, Kyra, Kaleb, Danica, Dante, Kailo and all of her nieces and nephews. Hilda will be missed and fondly remembered by a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023, beginning at 10:00 A.M. with a Celebration of life starting at 1:00 P.M. at Primrose Funeral Services Chapel, Devine, Texas with service concluding at the funeral home.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.primrosefuneralservice.com
Services are being conducted by Primrose Funeral Services, 303 W. College Ave, Devine, Texas 78016.

Phyllis Ann Hill, born May 26, 1936 to parents Bud and Ora Hamilton of Natalia, entered the gates of Heaven on February 8, 2023, to join the love of her life, John Logan Hill. John and Phyllis met in Eagle Pass Texas at the movie theater, it was love at first sight! They would make many trips back to Eagle Pass, where they enjoyed playing the slots at Kickapoo. They’ve now hit the Mega jackpot by rejoining in Heaven where they can enjoy eternal life together.
Phyllis is preceded in death by her husband John Logan Hill, parents Bud and Ora Hamilton, Father and Mother In Law Dee Witt and Ada Hill, son Keith and Grandson Christopher. She is survived by her brother J.J. Hamilton (Linda), sons John Phillip Hill (Paula), Mark Allen Hill (Deb), daughter Robin Kay Qualls (Mike), grandchildren John Dee Hill, Connie Hill, Jessica Reyes, Danny Hill (DeShana), Shannon Holland (Tim), April Qualls, Amanda Morrow (Joseph), 14 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
Phyllis had a heart of gold, always caring for others and being the anchor to never let you fall. She made an impact on anyone she met with her kindness, nurturing and humorous spirit, loved by all. Although we will miss her tremendously, her presence will always be with us, we know that her faith has carried her on to her Heavenly Father and she’s rejoicing in Heaven with a big family reunion! And making sure all the kitty cat’s are well fed! We love you Mama, Grandma, Meemo, Sissy.
Visitation will be held on Friday, February 24, 2023, starting at 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. Primrose Funeral Services Chapel Devine, Texas with a Graveside service starting at 2:30 P.M. at Evergreen cemetery.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so at www.primrosefuneralservices.com Arrangemtns are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services, 303 W. College Ave., Devine, Texas, 78016, (830) 663-4445.

Anna Lee McAnelly Fronczek Strait (Feb. 9, 1920 – Feb. 3, 2023)
Anna Strait, affectionately known as “Pidge”, went to be with her Savior on February 3, 2023, just six days before her 103rd birthday. Anna’s remarkable life began at the McAnelly home near Yancey, Texas where she was born to Gladden Clyde McAnelly and Hallie Laura Nixon McAnelly. She and her six siblings grew up on the family ranch with no electricity or running water in the house. They rode Shetland ponies and horses into town to attend school. Anna graduated from Yancey High School in 1938 as valedictorian. She then went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas-Austin in elementary education, and later a master’s degree in counseling and guidance from McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Anna taught elementary school in several communities around south and central Texas and worked as a typist in the Texas State Library in Austin. She married Chester “Chet” Fronczek on New Year’s Eve, 1944 just before he shipped out to the Pacific Theater of WW2. They spent 29 years in Westlake, Louisiana, raising their three sons and actively serving in their church and community. After Chet’s death she moved to Pearsall, Texas and married John B. Strait. She was active in the Pearsall Methodist Church and the Gideons Auxiliary. Anna lived in Pearsall for 41 years before moving to Decatur, Texas in 2017.
Anna was a self-described “eternal optimist” and a genuine people-person, who always kept her loved ones connected. Throughout her life, she cherished sharing family updates, which started as hand-written newsletters then, as technology changed, she used typewriters, phone calls, word processors, emails, text messages, and even social media to keep loved ones informed.
Anna’s love for family and friends was unwavering, and her absence will be deeply felt. She cherished the tradition of spending time at the Frio River with her family. Even at the age of 99 years young, she tubed down the Frio. She was often seen with a camera in hand, capturing every event in photographs. Anna adored moments spent with others and made sure to preserve them. Anna’s love of games brought people together and created lasting memories. During family gatherings, Anna was known to spark lively and competitive games of Pitch, a cherished family card game. Games were more than just a way to pass the time for Anna, they were a means of connecting with others and creating lasting bonds. Whether she was winning or losing, Anna was always having a good time, and her love of games will forever be remembered by all who had the privilege of playing with her.
Anna is survived by sons Franklin R. “Frank” Fronczek (Rosalind), William G. “Bill” Fronczek (Cynthia), stepchildren George H. Strait (Norma) and Pency Edel (Leander), daughters-in-law Carol Coen Fronczek and Beverly Singleman, and stepdaughter-in-law Denise Strait. She is also survived by grandchildren Kathy Ellis, Joseph Fronczek (Randi), Phillip G. Fronczek (Lara), Jennifer Fronczek (John), Christopher F. Fronczek (Ariana), John B. Strait III “Trey” (Ashley), Kara Silva (John), George H. “Bubba” Strait, Jr. (Tamara) as well as many great grandchildren, nephews and nieces.
Anna was married to Chester Fronczek and later to John B. Strait, both deceased. Her six siblings, all deceased were Dora Mae Faseler, Hallie Lorine McAnelly, John E. McAnelly, Gladden C. “Rusty” McAnelly, Jr., James W. “Dick” McAnelly, and Charles W. “Dook” McAnelly. She was predeceased by son Ronald C. Fronczek, stepson John B. “Buddy” Strait Jr., granddaughter Jenifer Strait, and grandson Walker Strait.
A visitation will be held on Friday, February 17, 2023 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Primrose Funeral Services in Pearsall. Anna’s funeral service will be held at the Pearsall Methodist Church on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 at 1:30 PM, followed by interment at the Yancey Cemetery.
The family thanks the staff of Governor’s Ridge Retirement and Assisted Living in Decatur, Texas for their loving care for the last 5 years.
Also, the family expresses special thanks to her many private care givers, especially Jean Burns and Gerry Lobdell who loved her and held her hand during the final months of her life.
Memorials can be made in honor of Anna to Gideons International.
“Think Positive!” – Anna Strait
If you wish to sign the guestbook or share a memory you may do so by visiting primrosefuneralservices.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services in Pearsall, Texas.

Deborah Thompson, age 70, died peacefully on January 28, 2023 in San Antonio, Texas following complications of diabetes. Born on June 25, 1952 in Charleston, South Carolina to Dr. and Mrs. Oliver Carrier, she was the middle of five children. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in early childhood education in San Antonio, Texas. She lived in several states throughout her life, but eventually settled in Devine, Texas at the end of her life. Debbie was a devoted educator for almost fifty years with a special heart for teaching special education and life skills classes. She was always looking for new and creative ways to teach and engage with her students. A generous daughter, sister, aunt and great aunt, Debbie is survived by her sister, Sharon Weber and husband Matthew; brother, Richard Carrier and wife Tammy; and sister-in-law, Holly Carrier; nephew Jason Weber, wife Sarah and their children Samantha, Annabelle, Riley, Avery, Nathaniel, and Clarabelle; niece, Ashley Chavez, husband Luis and their child Kyler; and niece, Laurie Feilmeier and husband Tom.
Debbie is preceded in death by father, Dr. Oliver Carrier; mother, Mary Carrier; brother, Dr. Gerald Carrier; brother, Robert Carrier; and nephew, Chad Carrier. While she will be deeply mourned by many, we rejoice that she is at peace and with the Lord.
A church service will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Devine, Texas on Friday, March 3, 2023, Rosary at 9 am, Mass at 10 am with a reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, her family would welcome donations made in Debbie’s honor to Morgan’s Wonderland, an accessibility-focused theme park in San Antonio that is near to Debbie’s heart for special needs children.

Rosenda (Rosie) Dolores Young of Devine passed away January 20, 2023 at the age of 37.  She was born in San Antonio on February 20, 1985.  
Our beloved Rosenda, was born on February 20, 1985 to Sisto and Olga Morales in San Antonio. Rosenda was also known as Rosie and Chendita by those who loved her.
Rosie graduated from Devine High School in May of 2003 and received her Bachelor’s Degree in communications from UTSA in 2008.
Her first job was at Shepler’s Western Store-which if you know Rose, you know it took a while for her to see a paycheck because of her love of boots and western wear.
Her second job was at Wyndam Resorts where she met the love of her life Joe Young. Prior to leaving Wyndam she got the best gift in her life (the Ring on her finger). Rosie was hired by the Cavender Family at their Toyota location, where she served as their HR specialist. Rosie enjoyed her employment with the Cavender Family.
On November 12, 2016, Rosie and Joe became one as husband and wife. This began a new chapter for Rosie with her bonus kids, Genesis and Brice. The family members grew with the addition of Panda, Berlin, and Canela, their beloved dogs. You would never see them alone without the dogs in Joe’s four runner, with each dog’s head sticking out a window. Rosie would be squished somewhere in there, just smiling away. They were going to a party, and as they were driving, they came across a dog along the roadway. So, she made Joe stop and they picked up the dog and that’s when Dolly joined their pack. Rosie and Joe enjoyed traveling together within the states.
Rosie had very strong family values; she was always concerned about her family and friends, always willing to lend a hand with whatever they needed. Regardless, of how hectic her life was, she always took time out to help those in need, just as she did with Miss Dolly. She truly was doing God’s work.
Rosie was so full of love and life for anyone she came in contact with. Her love and compassion overflowed from her glowing face and smile, and not to mention her red lipstick. The room would light up once she walked into it, with her big smile.
Rosie was also very faithful and loved the Lord and lived life positively.
There will NEVER be another Rosie and as she would say
“ALWAYS LIVE YOUR LIFE TO THE FULLEST AND NEVER BE MAD BECAUSE LIFE IS TOO SHORT!”
She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Earl Young and grandparents Sisto and Simona Morales and Manual M. Rodriguez.
Rosenda (Rosie) is survived by her parents Sisto Jr. and Olga Morales, and loving bonus children, Genesis and Brice Young along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Visitation was held Friday, January 27, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church starting at 5:00pm until 9:00pm with a reciting of the rosary at 7:00pm.  
Mass was celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Saturday, January 28, 2023 starting at 10:00 am, followed by the  burial at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery Devine.