Recent Obituaries
Elidia Gallego Leyva
Dec 18, 2023
Elidia Gallego Leyva, 89, of Alpine, Texas passed away December 18, 2023 at her residence. Elidia was born on July 19, 1934 to Ben and Amelia Gallego in Alpine, Texas. She attended Centennial School. She was married to Abelardo Leyva and was mother to Abelardo “Ito” Leyva, Jr. and Orlando Leyva.
Elidia was an avid baseball fan and attended the...
Jesusita Granado
Dec 16, 2023
Jesusita Lara Granado, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of the Fort Davis community, peacefully passed away on December 16, 2023, in Midland, Texas. Jesusita was born on December 26, 1938, in Fort Davis, TX.
Though her formal education ended after the 8th grade, Jesusita possessed a wealth of life experience and wisdom that she shared with those around her....
Olivia Ramos
Dec 8, 2023
Olivia Ramos, 107, of Alpine, Texas passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on December 8, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Salomon Ramos, Jr., daughter Rosemary, and the following sisters: Augustina Gonzales, Susana Galindo, Angelita Valenzuela; and the following brothers: Eusebio, Manuel, Daniel, Gorgonio, and Guadalupe Ramirez.
Olivia was born in Alpine on September...
Vivian Frances Santry
Dec 5, 2023
Vivian Frances Williams Santry aged 91, of Alpine passed away peacefully at home on Dec. 5, 2023. Born in Hondale, New Mexico on November 14, 1932, she was the only child of George Williams and Ophelia Gardner Salyer. Vivian grew up in Deming, New Mexico. After graduating in 1952 from Deming High School she moved to El Paso, Texas to...
Florencio Uranga
Dec 4, 2023
Florencio Saenz Uranga, 87, of Marathon and Alpine, Texas, passed away on December 4, 2023, in Ft. Stockton. Florencio was born in La Boquilla de San Isidro, Chihuahua, Mexico. He settled in Marathon and later moved to Alpine. During this time, he worked for Brewster County Road & Bridge department from which he retired. He was married to Rosa Uranga,...
Alfred Soza
Nov 30, 2023
Alfredo A. Soza, an Alpine High School graduate, died in San Antonio on November 30, 2023, at the age of 57. Alfredo accomplished much in his lifetime, earning a degree in Accounting from Sul Ross University in 1989, and a law degree from Texas Tech Law School in 1992. For many years he practiced law in West Texas. Alfredo began...
Paz Jurado
Nov 29, 2023
Paz Jurado was called by our Lord on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at the age of 88 years.
Paz was a wife, a mother, a sister, an aunt, a friend, and provider to her grandchildren. She worked as a home healthcare provider. Paz was a long-time member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church where she served as a member of the church...
Richard Charles Kelly
Nov 28, 2023
On November 28, 2023, Richard Charles Kelly went to be with his Lord and Savior. Rick was 80 years old and from Midland, Texas born on February 19, 1943, in Stockton, California to Harold Francis and Beatrice Marsha Kelly. The family moved to Midland in 1948 where he graduated from Midland High School and in 1965 from Sul Ross University...
Antonio Ybarra Villarreal
Nov 25, 2023
Antonio Ybarra Villarreal, a beloved husband, father, and retired bus driver, peacefully passed away on November 25, 2023, at the age of 74. Born on December 6, 1948, in Coahuila, Mexico, Antonio's life was filled with love, laughter, and a strong sense of family.
Antonio immigrated to the United States and became a proud citizen, devoting over 30 years of...
Celina Ornelas
Nov 24, 2023
Our beloved matriarch Celina A. Ornelas gained her wings on November 24, 2023 at the age of 91. She was born on May 1, 1932 in Presidio, Texas to Vivian and Josefina Aguilar.
Celina was married on June 5, 1951 to her beloved husband, Tomas Baeza Ornelas. She worked for United States Postal Service for more than 30 years. A...
Dena Hernandez Portillo
Nov 21, 2023
In Loving Memory
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Dena Hernandez Portillo. She was born in Alpine, Texas on December 1, 1957, and peacefully departed from this world on November 21, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Dena had a vibrant spirit, a contagious smile, and a heart full of love.
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Rose Marie Garr
Nov 18, 2023
Rose Garr, 67, of Galveston, TX passed away in Big Bend National Park on Saturday, November 18th, 2023. Rose was born November 2, 1956, to Emma Morrison in Bogalusa, LA. She lived in the Houston and Arlington area of Texas and then southeast Michigan, where she raised her family—though she always remained a Texan at heart. Rose was married to...
William T. Abercrombie, Sr.
Nov 12, 2023
William Thaxton Abercrombie, 86, from Odessa, Texas, died November 12 in Odessa, Texas. Lovingly known as Dad, Papa, Bill, and Catfish. He was born on July 21,1937 in Tucumcari NM to M.J. “Jack” and Dora May Abercrombie.
He moved from NM to Arizona then on to Oklahoma and was always proud to be an Okie. After graduating HS he served...
Jose "Freak" Chavarria
Nov 7, 2023
Sadly, on November 7, 2023, we bid farewell to Jose Chavarria, a beloved member of the community of Alpine, Texas. Born on November 7, 1946, in Marathon, Texas, Jose was the son of Padlo and Augustina Chavarria. He passed away on his 77th birthday following a peaceful and natural end to his journey.
In addition to his professional achievements, he...
Alonzo Ramirez
Oct 30, 2023
Alonzo Balero Ramirez, a beloved member of the Alpine, Texas community, passed away on October 30, 2023, at the age of 77. Born on June 18, 1946, in Alpine, Texas, Alonzo was the son of Mexican heritage. He resided in Alpine, Texas throughout his life, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him.
Alonzo had an admirable work ethic...
Mary Ann Donaldson
Oct 28, 2023
Mary Ann Donaldson born March 25, 1937 of 705 N. Kelly, Marfa, TX died in her sleep on October 28, 2023. She was married to Bobby Lee Donaldson, Sr., ex-mayor and owner of ABC Pump and Hardware of Marfa, who preceded her in death. They lived and worked in the Marfa Community since 1961. Mary Ann, as her friends called...
James "Jim" Marshall Roberts, Jr.
Oct 26, 2023
James Marshall Roberts, Jr. (“Jim”), 70, of Marathon, Texas, passed away on October 26, 2023, in Marathon. Born on February 25, 1953 in Fort Stockton, Texas to James Marshall Roberts, Sr. and Callie Marie Roberts, Jim was the beloved husband of Stephanie Edgar Roberts.
Jim was a dedicated family man and is survived by his loving wife and his sons,...
Linda Gay
Oct 16, 2023
Linda Gay, a compassionate and caring Registered Nurse known for her dedication to helping others, has passed away at the age of 77. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched. Linda's life was defined by her selflessness, love for nature, and joy in spending time with her great-grandchildren.Born on October 30,...
David P. Dean
Oct 16, 2023
David P. Dean passed away on October 16, 2023 surrounded by loved ones at home, at the age of 71. He was born May 7, 1952 to Paul C. Dean and Anita May Anderson in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was married to Jamie Dyer Dean with whom he celebrated 46 beautiful years of marriage in July of 2023.
As a...
Raymond Reza Ramirez
Oct 13, 2023
You don't have to suffer to learn, but if you don't learn from suffering, then your life becomes truly meaningless. Meaning makes a great many things endurable--perhaps everything. Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes because those who love with their heart and soul there is no such thing as separation. Pray for me, as I did...
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