James B. Harshman, of Lytle, TX, born December 17, 1966, passed away in the early hours of September 15, 2024 following a two and half year battle with ALS. He is survived by his wife, Rohani Harshman, daughter Eva Burley, her husband Rich Burley, his sons Adam and his wife Milandri Harshman, Johann Harshman and his fiancé Taylor Bineau and his grandchildren Easton and Chase Burley. He is preceded in death by his parents Patricia and Bill Harshman and his brother, Bryan Harshman. He was a citizen of the Chickasaw Nation from his grandmother’s side and retains extended families in Oklahoma and Singapore.
James was originally born in Ardmore, Oklahoma then attended Garden County High School in Lisco, Nebraska. After graduation he played football at the University of Wyoming. He later graduated from the University of Northeastern Oklahoma and later earned his MBA from Oklahoma City University.
James lived in many places throughout his life and in all these places made friends whom he cherished for life – Larry Allen from Wyoming, Mitch Daum from the University of Wyoming, Randall and Steve Jobman from Nebraska, his high school coaches Coach Leopold, Coach Sutton, Coach Klempke and Coach Hattendorf all of whom remained close to James throughout his life. His lifelong friends also included Ben Shelton from Sand Springs, Oklahoma, and Robert Flores from Lytle, TX. The depth and length of these friendships are truly remarkable and serve as a testament to James’ loyalty and the unique impact he had on those around him.
Category: Obituaries
Celebrating the lives of the loved ones we’ve lost
Adelina Olivares Billalobos
Adelina Olivares Billalobos, 98, was born in Devine, Texas on February 2, 1926, and entered heaven on September 18, 2024. She was a loving, precious mother and wife. Adelina was a lady of immense faith who believed in our Lord. She prayed for all of our family on a daily basis and believed that the prayers of a mother were the first ones heard by our Lord.
She is preceded in death by her husband Ramon Billalobos, her mother and father, Bernandino and San Juana Olivares, her beloved son Joe David Billalobos, grandsons Patrick Billalobos and Gilbert Billalobos, Jr., son-in-law Homer Chapa. She is also preceded in death by her sisters, Aurelia Navarro, Petra Costilla, and Susana Adame, and her brothers Simon Olivares, Juan Sanchez, Jose Maria Olivares, Jesus “Chuy” Olivares, and Santiago Olivares.
She is survived by her children Marta Rosenthal (John), Gloria Velasquez, Ramon Billalobos, Jr. (Connie), Mary Jane Flores (Julian), Gilbert Billalobos, Robert Billalobos, and Rebecca Chapa. Later in life, Adelina and Ramon helped raise their grandson Gilbert Hilburn, Jr.
Romelia Dehoyos Del Toro
Romelia Dehoyos Del Toro was born on October 2nd, 1943, in Crystal City, Texas, and passed away on September 14th, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas.
Romelia was the daughter of Santiago Dehoyos and Antonia Garcia however, due to unfortunate circumstances, she was raised by her Grandparents, Manuel Garcia and Amelia Garcia. She is one of only two children. She lived in Natalia, Texas.
She was an amazing woman, wife, mother, and mother figure to many.
She’s survived by her husband, Juan (Johnny) Del Toro Jr., her sons Gilbert (Gibby) Del Toro and Rene Del Toro, her daughters, Ida Fernandez, Mary Helen Bowman, Stella Garcia, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and cousins.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 28th, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. with doors open to the public starting at 9:00 A.M. at Primrose Funeral Services Chapel located at 14822 Main Street, Lytle, Texas, 78052. 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.
Stephanie Estrada – Hernandez
1982 – 2024
Stephanie Estrada-Hernandez was born on January 25, 1982, in San Antonio, Texas, and passed away on September 8, 2024, in Lytle, Texas, leaving a void no one could ever fill.
Stephanie was the daughter of Mosco and Susana Estrada. She was the middle child among five siblings. She lived in Lytle, Texas, and attended Lytle High School.
She was a devoted mother to Edward JL Hernandez Jr (12) and beloved spouse to Edward Hernandez Sr.
Stephanie is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Augustine Estrada and Anita Estrada and her father-in-law Jose L. Hernandez-Martinez.
She is survived by her parents Joe (Mosco) Estrada and Susy Estrada, Eric J Estrada (Annette), Kelly Cantu (Mark), Rosanna Estrada (George) and Savannah Smith (Joseph), her spouse Edward Hernandez SR, her son Edward JL Hernandez Jr, stepdaughter Jazmine Hernandez, God-Children Clarissa Cantu and Emery Rice, many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and cousins.
Kevin Duane Holcombe
Kevin Duane Holcombe of Devine, Texas passed away on August 22, 2024. He was born in Luling, Texas on February 16, 1965 and is preceded in death by his father, Virgel Holcombe.
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.
Jesse Wayne Lang
Jesse Wayne Lang, of Devine, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024. Jesse was born on September 21, 1938, to Carl Lester Lang and Essie Anderson Lang.
Mandy Lee Davis Cross
Mandy Lee Davis Cross went to be with our Lord Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024.
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.”