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Juandelle Jeannette jeffrey

Juandelle Jeannette jeffrey

May 27, 2026

Juandelle Jeannette Calcote Jeffery passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 27, 2026, surrounded by those who loved her most. 

Known to many as Aunt Nette, Gran, or Bamma, Jeanette wore many hats—housewife, mother, grandmother—and never met a stranger she couldn’t befriend. She delighted in making people laugh, giving everyone a playful hard time, spending time with her family and...

Ramon C Capuchina

Ramon C Capuchina

May 26, 2026

Ramon C. Capuchina passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, in San Angelo, Texas. 

Born on September 13, 1931 to Inez and Manuela Capuchina in Zaragoza, Coahuila, Mexico, Ramon’s roots were grounded in a rich agricultural heritage that shaped his character throughout his life. Ramon was instilled with the values of diligence, resilience, and family loyalty which shaped his path from...

Ruben I Velez

Ruben I Velez

May 14, 2026

Ruben Velez, a fiercely loving father, grandfather, and devoted husband, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family, leaving behind a legacy of strength, faith, and endless love. Born in Sonora, Texas, he was the son of Alvino Velez and Linda Sanchez. He is preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife Edna, his parents and his sisters.

He is survived...

William Floyd West, Jr.

William Floyd West, Jr.

May 9, 2026

William Floyd West, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on May 9, 2026.

Floyd was born in San Angelo on June 7, 1950 to Mora Lee (Meckel) and William Floyd “Jimmie” West. He was raised in and spent most of his life in Eldorado. After graduating high school, he attended Sul Ross University to study agriculture business. He enrolled into...

Rosalva J Chavez

Rosalva J Chavez

May 5, 2026

On Tuesday, May 5 , 2026, Rosalva Jimenez Chavez departed from this Earth to her heavenly home. She was a woman of extraordinary beauty, strength, and grace.

Rosalva was born on March 8, 1940, to her parents, Oscar and Jovita Jimenez, in San Jose de Aura, Coahuila, Mexico. As a teenager, she moved to Sonora, Texas, with her parents and siblings,...

Reynaldo H Perez

Reynaldo H Perez

May 5, 2026

Reynaldo H. Perez, our beloved Apa, of Sonora, Texas, went to be with our lord on May 5, 2026, at the ag of 92. He was born on September 7, 1933, in El Oregano, Coahuila, Mexico, to Manuel Perez and Petra H Perez. He built a life defined by hard work, resilience, and deep devotion to those he loved. Reynaldo...

Maria V Huichapa

Maria V Huichapa

April 28, 2026

Maria Velasquez Huichapa, 66, left this earth for her eternal home on Tuesday, April 28th, 2026. 

She was born to Maria Fuentes Zuniga and Lazaoro Velasquez. On December 24, 1975, Maria married Jose Huichapa, who preceded her in death on July 5th, 2018.

Survivors include her sons: Gerald Huichapa, Rocky Huichapa and wife Corie, and Ricky Huichapa (Lourdes), her three grandchildren: Miguel...

Jean Clark Humphreys

Jean Clark Humphreys

April 25, 2026

Jean was born on July 15, 1930 in Kinney County Texas to Albert A Clark and Maude Jenkins Clark. She was raised on ranches in southwest Texas until the family moved to Valentine so that the kids could get adequate schooling. She thrived in school there and graduated as the valedictorian. She then moved down the road to Alpine to...

Abelino Castro Sanchez Jr.

Abelino Castro Sanchez Jr.

April 23, 2026

Abelino Sanchez, born on August 30, 1931, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, service, and love for his family.

Abelino proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, exemplifying honor and commitment during his military years. Following his service, he continued to contribute to his community through a long and steady career...

Jaedon Lee Chavarria

Jaedon Lee Chavarria

April 21, 2026

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Jaedon Lee Chavarria, born June 3, 2005, in Alice, Texas. Jaedon passed away on April 21, 2026, in Sonora, Texas, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and will carry his memory forever.Jaedon was a son, a brother, a grandson, and a nephew who meant so much to those around him....

Jessie Ruby Jenkins

Jessie Ruby Jenkins

April 10, 2026

Jessie Ruby Jenkins, 85, of Eldorado, Texas passed from this life April 10, 2026. She was born on October 16, 1940, in Damon, Texas to Jessie Raymond (Pop) and Bertha Mae Trentham. She was the youngest of four children. She was always quick to speak her mind and never met a stranger. When her great-nephew, David needed a place to...

Francisco Daniel Mejia

Francisco Daniel Mejia

April 9, 2026

Francisco Daniel Mejia, 83, life long resident of Eldorado, TX passed away surrounded by loved ones on April 8,2026. Sharp, as he was widely known, was born on August 9,1942 to Pedro and Dolores Mejia. He was proceeded in death by his parents, his wife Erminia Barajas Mejia, and brothers Juan Mejia, Pete Mejia, and Fernando Mejia. Francisco was survived...

John William "Tobar" Mittel

John William "Tobar" Mittel

March 29, 2026

John William “Tobar” Mittel was born in San Angelo, Texas, and spent most of his life in the Sonora, Eldorado, and Christoval areas of Texas, dedicating himself to ranching.

He graduated from Sonora High School and attended Texas Tech and Texas A&M University, earning a degree in Animal Science.

Known as “Tobar” by his old high school friends, John was a man...

Terri Clark Johnson

Terri Clark Johnson

March 22, 2026

Terri Clark Johnson, born on July 2, 1959, in Brunswick, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, in San Angelo, Texas, surrounded by her cherished family. Her vibrant spirit and warm presence left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

Terri was a woman of many talents and pursuits. She devoted much of her life to education as a...

Frank Barajas

Frank Barajas

February 23, 2026

Francisco E. Barajas, 84, of Eldorado, Texas, passed away on February 23, 2026, in Eldorado. He was born on January 29, 1942, in Menard, Texas to Ramon St. Barajas and Felicitas Espinosa Barajas.

Mr. Barajas worked in the potato fields in Colorado, where he met and married his beloved wife, Petra Enriquez Barajas, on May 23, 1970. They made their home...

Juan Jose Rodriguez

Juan Jose Rodriguez

February 15, 2026

Juan Jose Rodriguez was born in Sonora, Texas on April 26, 1961. He was born to Alfonso and Paula Rodriguez who preceded him. His one older brother Alfonso Jabier Rodriguez and his wife Debbie Rodriguez survives him and lives in Fredericksburg, Texas with Juan’s nephew Jonathan Javier Rodriguez and his niece Andrea Rodriguez Greve and husband, Matthew Greve, and their...

Tommy Hunley

Tommy Hunley

February 7, 2026

Celebrating the Life of Thomas (Tommy) Lynn Hunley

Thomas “Tommy” Lynn Hunley, 77, of Kerrville, Texas, passed away on February 7, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, and friendships that stretched far and wide.

Tommy was truly one of a kind. Known for his kindness, humor, and fun-loving spirit, he never met a stranger, only friends he hadn’t talked to...

Robert V Jenkins III

Robert V Jenkins III

February 7, 2026

Bob Jenkins passed away on February 7, 2026 surrounded by family. Graveside services will be at Sonora Cemetery on February 14th, 2026 at 10am.

Bob was born December 17th, 1948 in Dallas, Texas to Robert Jenkins Jr and Mildred Moore. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1966-1969.

Bob is survived by wife Elizabeth Jenkins, daughter Deanna Jenkins-Wright, grandchildren Michael...

Amalia D Castaneda

Amalia D Castaneda

February 6, 2026

Amalia was born in Palmira, Coahuila, Mexico. She married Ismael Castaneda. She was a housewife and a member of St Ann Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and eleven brothers and sisters. She is survived by her son Arthur and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be at Harper-Welch Funeral Home (formally Love) in Sonora, TX...

Patricia Ann Alexander Leonard

Patricia Ann Alexander Leonard

February 4, 2026

Patricia Ann Alexander Leonard went to be with her eternal savior the morning of February 4, 2026, at the age of 90, surrounded by her family.

Patricia was born to Joseph Berlin “J.B.” Alexander and Louise Brown Alexander in San Angelo, Texas on October 22, 1935. She was raised alongside her two sisters and best friends, Shearley Forrest and Jo Lou...

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