It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Carroll, who departed this life peacefully on November 30, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on November 21, 1946, Shirley was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her. Her warm spirit, kind heart, and generous nature touched countless lives, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion.
Shirley is survived by her children; Debbie Taylor, Kelly Black (Donna), Tony Hogue (Jennifer), Toby Murtha (Brandy), Billy Stewart (Leslie), Buddy Stewart, and Patty Stewart. Shirley is also survived by her sisters; Mary Conner and Sandra Lara (Eliseo), as well as her brother Dale Keylich (Michael). Lastly, Shirley is survived by 22 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, also numerous family members and friends.
Shirley is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Danny Carroll, Her parents, Mary Ruth Kay, Fedar Fritz Keylich, and Denver Cooper. She is lastly preceded in death by numerous of her siblings; Janice Isch, Kenneth Keylich Sr., Yvonne Martin, Richard Keylich Sr., and Westley Keylich.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Shirley’s life and legacy during a Funeral Service, which will be held on December 10, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Primrose Funeral Services in Lytle. Prior to the service, there will be a Visitation on December 9, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 9 P.M., also at Primrose Funeral Services in Lytle.
Together, let us honor Shirley’s memory with joy, recalling the laughter and love she brought into our lives. She will be dearly missed but forever remembered in our hearts.
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Master Sergeant Clyde Lee Bonnelycke
Master Sergeant Clyde Lee Bonnelycke, passed away peacefully on November 16th, 2024 at his residence in Lytle, Texas at the age of eighty-four years. He was born on September 21st, 1940 in Honolulu, Hawaii to the late Major (Ret) Carl C. Bonnelycke and the late Ruby Kapualoke Castro.
Clyde spent most of his childhood in Tacoma, Washington with his father, stepmother, (Josephine) and two (Carl and Joan) of his five siblings. In 1958, at age seventeen, Clyde enlisted in the Marine Corp (USMC) and served ten years. He left the USMC in June 1968 and in September 1968, decided to re-enlist in the Army (USA) for an additional nineteen years of service. He retired in April 1988 after serving a total of 29.75 years. Clyde was a proud Marine and Infantry Man who served the United States with honor and dedication resulting in a remarkable and decorated military career. While in the USMC and USA, Clyde served in Vietnam in seven different campaigns which awarded him three Silver Stars, four Bronze Stars, and two Purple Hearts.
Clyde is survived by his loving wife of fifty years, Betsey-Ann Bonnelycke, brother Walter Earl Bonnelycke, son Joseph Lee Carl Bonnelycke, stepson Gene Haagenson, adopted daughter U’ilani Bonnelycke, four grandsons, one granddaughter, two great-grandsons, one great-granddaughter, and a host of nieces and nephews whom all adored and loved him.
Devine Police Report
November 28
11:05AM – Officer dispatched to Malone Drive for verbal dispute between male and female.
14:10PM – Complainant called in reference to someone possibly smoking marijuana.
16:05PM – Complainant on SH 173 called in reference to 18 wheeler stuck in middle of roadway.
November 30
18:30PM – Complainant called regarding lost phone at Dollar Tree.
21:30PM – Complainant on Shaver Dr called in reference to a suspicious male walking. ID’d by police and given courtesy ride home.
23:20PM – Complainant on Rosewood called in reference to three males possibly smoking weed.
December 1
4:45AM – Complainant on Teel Dr reported debris in roadway. Officer removed.
20:20PM – Officer dispatched to CR 6612 for burglary in progress. Unable to locate.
December 2
7:49AM – Complainant on Crouch Ave reported vehicle had front passenger tire slashed between 0700 and 0740 hours.
Lytle Police Report
Monday, December 02
12:40 AM – Assist Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office – 200 Blk. Ala Blanca – Officers responded to assist outside the city limits of Lytle with a loud noise complaint.
9:05 AM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer discovered a door propped open with a rock. It was an employee cleaning.
12:32 PM – Main St. @ Martin St. – Officer received a report of a homeless female in the roadway.
1:40 PM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officers provided a funeral escort.
2:25 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a hit-and-run accident that occurred approximately 7 miles north of Lytle. The driver was advised to contact the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
2:28 PM – 19200 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
2:31 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2014 Ford Focus.
6:45 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a vehicle left open. Everything was okay.
Tuesday December 03
2:38 AM – Laredo St. @ Ruis-Foster Way – Officer provided a courtesy ride to a female walking to her residence on CR 681.
7:15 AM – Assist Medina County Sheriff’s Office – IH 35 N @ MM 129 – Officers responded to assist with a vehicle pursuit that originated and ended outside the city limits of Lytle. Lytle PD was not involved in the pursuit of the vehicle, hauling illegal immigrants. LPD was unable to locate anyone in the city.
8:10 AM – 15400 Blk. Lake St. – Officer responded to a report of a dog chasing a horse. The dog owner was issued a leash law citation.
Natalia Police Report
12/03/2024 – Officers were dispatched to a business located at the 21000 block of FM 471 for a verbal disturbance between two patrons. Officers arrived to defuse the situation, sending both patrons on their separate ways.
12/04/2024 – Officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Palomino Trail for a report of two dogs running at large. Upon arrival officers found two dogs, possibly a mother and her puppy running lost and scared. Officers picked up the two dogs and relocated them to the Natalia City Kennels. Later, due to the caller posting pictures of the dogs on social media, the dog owners were located. The lost dogs were reunited with their owners.
12/05/2024 – Officers were dispatched to the 800 block of Miller Street to assist Child Protective Services keep the peace while they conducted a visit. Officers arrived, this turned out to be an amicable visit and police services were no longer needed.
12/07/2024 – Officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Bartlett Street for a physical disturbance. Officers arrived and saw that two people had assaulted each other and one of the parties had to be transported to the hospital for a possible related injury. This case will be investigated and possible charges may follow.
12/08/2024 – Officers responded to a business located at the 2200 block of TX-132 for an activated vehicle alarm at this location. Officers checked the vehicle in question and other vehicles nearby, finding no signs of a crime.
12/08/2024 – Officers responded near the intersection of 6th street and Aubrey Street for a report of illegal burning. Arriving officers saw that it was construction workers staying warm near a fire. Officers had the fire extinguished due to city ordinance prohibiting open burning.
12/08/2024 – Officers were dispatched for a theft report to a business located at the 1200 block of TX-132. Arriving officers found that suspect(s) recorded on video surveillance, stole a large Santa Clause inflatable Christmas decoration.
Arabians win Marion Tourney Championship!
Arabian Oakley Malone plays tough defense in this past week’s tournament.
District begins Friday in Uvalde
Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The Arabians brought home the team championship from the Marion Tournament that was held last weekend. Devine defeated Nixon-Smiley, Marion, Long Creek, and Blanco to go spotless -0 over the three-day hoop-fest, and cooped with their December 3 win over Marion, the Arabians went 5-0 over a 5-day span.
Kylie Monreal and Airyanna Rodriguez were named to the All-Tournament Team.
District 27-4A begins Friday December 13 in Uvalde then Devine hosts Carrizo Springs on Sessions’ Court inside Devine Student Activity Center.
vs Marion (Dec3)
Devine shot 44% from the floor and got a whopping 30 points off 29 Lady Bulldog miscues as the Arabians downed Marion 62-40 on the road. Kylie Monreal led the way with 19 points, got her hands on 18 deflections, and was credited with 13 steals leading to easy baskets on the other end of the floor.
Devine converted 18 of 37 inside the lane as they outscored Marion 36-18 from close range.
Double figure scorers included Natalie Valle with 16 and Kenadi Marek with 13. Monreal led with 19 points, 7 assists and 6 rebounds in her and her team’s…
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Warhorses sizzle Owls, Silver Bracket runners-up in Decatur Tourney
#2 Ray’sean Beaver
Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Warhorse Head Basketball Coach Jacob Alegria had a busy, but extremely productive week last week as they destroyed the Owls in Hondo prior to hitting the pavement for the James Woods Tournament in Decatur.
“Most teams use tournaments to build chemistry and fine tune strategies before starting district play. Coaches may not always like to look at the silver lining in losses, but there were some definite positives and growth in this tournament. Some of the role players saw their roles expand and some of the starters seem to have found their groove,” Alegria stated. “We averaged just over 64 points a game for the tournament, forced opponents to 70 turnovers for an average of 17.5 a game and an average 16.3 assists a game. We look to use this tournament experience and our upcoming Yorktown Tournament to guide us the rest of the season.”
vs Hondo
Many may have been surprised that they did not have to change the singed basketball nets at halftime, on the Warhorse end of the court anyway, as they simply scorched Hondo on their home court December 3.
All 11 Horses that checked in at the scorer’s table scored at least two points in Devine’s 68-37 domination.
Devine led 24-6 after the first eight minutes and kept piling it on as they took a 40-12 lead into the more than jubilant halftime locker room before leading by as much as 52-14 midway through the third quarter.
Karson Ray led the way with 12 points and Mason Beaver posted 10 points, but it was a complete team effort all the way through. Devine shot 43% from the floor including an impressive…
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JV Horses battle Owls in final minute 45-42 heartbreaker
Junior Varsity Warhorses #33 Becker Byrd and #15 Dylan Hinnant wait for the rebound in the Nov. 26 game. Photo by C Richard.
Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The JV Horses dropped a 45-42 heartbreaker against the Owls in Hondo on December 3. Tied at 42, Hondo hit a three-pointer with 49 seconds left to pull out the win in front of their home folks.
It was no doubt a tight one as teams exchanged leads nine different times throughout the ball game. Devine trailed 9-8 after the first quarter but bounced back nicely in the second quarter taking a 20-16 lead into the break.
Dylan Hinnant led the way with 11 points while Jacob McKee grabbed 11 boards. Becker Byrd dished out 5 assists.
Others scoring were McKee with 9 points, Byrd 6, Caden Mann 6, Shawn Lowe 6, Jace Martinez 2, and Sergio DeLeon 2.
Team members contributing in other ways besides scoring were Jack Rumfield, Gavin Sanchez, and Rex Hershberger.
Devine was off last Friday as the varsity Horses were in Decatur for a tournament and played Bandera December 10.
Lytle Powerlifting ready to rack up some medals!
Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Lytle Head Powerlifting Coach Melissa Gomez along with new assistant coach Shelley Armentrout will be ready to roll (and wrap) once January 4 rolls around as the Pirate team begins its season at Cotulla High School. The Lady Pirates crank it up the following week on January 8 in Natalia.
“We are excited to welcome back numerous experienced and qualifying returners, along with talented new lifters and our new Assistant Coach, Shelley Armentrout,” Gomez stated. “This program continues to thrive, so come out and support your Lytle Powerlifting team!”
Gomez pointed out accomplishments of her 2024 squad that included 3 Pirates qualifying for Regional and 2 of those advancing to State, earning a 2nd and 3rd place medal in the process while Lady Pirates qualified 7 for Regional and 2 to State.
Things are looking great for Lytle, so check out the schedule below and make it a point…
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Yorktown Tournament on tap for Warhorses
Varsity Warhorse Mason Beaver evades the Bulldog team members followed by #14 Cecilio De La Garza during the Nov. 26 game.
Yorktown Tournament on tap for Warhorses
Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
After a camaraderie-filled trip to Decatur, the Warhorse hoopsters hit the road for their last tournament of the season as they make the much shorter trip to Yorktown December 12, 13, and 14.
Devine’s Pool B competition includes Goliad, San Marcos Homeschool, St. Lutheran, and Beeville JV. After completion of pool-play games Thursday and Friday, the Horses will play a team from Pool A on Saturday at a time to be determined.
Pool A teams are host Yorktown, Stockdale, Falls City, Weimar, and Bloomington.
On Thursday, Devine opens against St. Lutheran at 10:30am followed by a 3:00pm tip against San Marcos Homeschool.
Friday’s two contests include a 10:30am tipoff against Goliad and a 3:00pm jump versus Beeville JV.