Funeral services for Donna Hice, age 77 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Monday, December 2, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church with Pastor Joe Stewart officiating and Pastor Easton Elrod assisting. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to Portales Children’s Home 1356 New Mexico 236, Portales NM 88130.
Mrs. Hice was born February 5, 1947 in Portales, New Mexico to Imogene (Maness) and D.W. Johnson. She married John Hice in Lovington, New Mexico on November 23, 1967. She loved gardening, decorating, and shopping; most of all she loved being with her family.
Donna Hice passed away November 27, 2024 at her home in Seminole. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, John Hice of Seminole, Texas; one son, Wesley Hice and wife Whitney of Seminole, Texas; two daughters, Kristie Elrod and husband Michael Harlan, and Heather Cottrell and husband Doyle, both of Seminole, Texas; two sisters, Pam Worrell of Mt. Vernon, Arkansas and Tami Ebert of Hobbs, New Mexico; and eight grandchildren.
Funeral Mass for Alicia Ontiveros, age 81 of Seminole, Texas, will be celebrated Wednesday December 4, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church with Father Joseph Thanavelil officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mrs. Ontiveros was born April 18, 1943 in Mexico to Eloisa (Hernandez) and Jesus Anchondo. She loved farm work and working outdoors. She was a terrific cook and very strong willed, and she had a great sense of humor.
Alicia Ontiveros passed away on November 28, 2024 at her home in Seminole. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one grandson and two great-grandsons. She is survived by her husband, Juan Ontiveros of Seminole, Texas; two sons, Jesus Ontiveros of Mexico and Juan L. Ontiveros of Odessa, Texas; four daughters, Maria Carrillo and husband Miguel of Seminole, Texas, Ana Moncayo and husband Felix of Seminole, Texas, Carmen Gutierrez and husband Johnny of Hobbs, New Mexico, and Yolanda Ontiveros of Seminole, Texas; one brother, Socorro Anchondo and wife Elida of Mexico; three sisters, Josefa Alvidrez of Mexico, Velia Balderrama of Mexico, and Aurora Villar of California; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services for Annie Enns, 4 months of Seminole, will be held Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Reinlander Mennonite Church with Pastor Juan Loewen officiating. Burial will follow at Reinlander Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Annie Enns was born on July 27, 2024 to Eva (Wolfe) and Jacob Enns Fehr, and she passed away November 29, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas. She is survived by her parents, Jacob and Eva Enns of Seminole, Texas; two brothers, Cornelio and Pedro Enns of Seminole, Texas; two sisters, Helena and Justina Enns of Seminole, Texas; paternal grandparents, Abram Enns and wife Susana of Mexico, and maternal grandparents, Bernhard Wolf and wife Justina of Mexico.
Funeral services for Jackie Ray Wheeler, age 88 of Andrews, Texas, will be held Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Wesleyan Grace Church at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Gil Ramirez officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas. His family has lovingly provided the following obituary.
Jackie Ray Wheeler was born on April 17, 1936 in Weatherford, Texas to Chester and Vivian Wheeler, and he passed away on November 30, 2024, surrounded by family at Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews, Texas. Jack lived a life full of adventure, hard work, and deep devotion to his family and friends.
On December 24, 1953, he married the love of his life, Glenda Collins, beginning a beautiful partnership that would leave a lasting legacy. Jack is preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Vivian; his beloved wife, Glenda; one son, David Wheeler; one brother, Jimmy Lee Wheeler, and one sister, Joan Esparza; one grandson, Jeremy Aulds; and several faithful four-legged companions who were part of his journey.
He is survived by a large and loving family, including sisters, Joyce Coon and Janice Osborn, and one brother, Johnny Wheeler. His children, Susy Aulds and husband Mike, Jackie Minter, Danny Wheeler and wife Mary, and Hope Day and husband Shawn, carry forward his memory with pride. Jack was also a proud grandfather to Shawn and Priscilla Aulds of Lamesa, Chris Aulds of Odessa, Jack and Ashlie Wheeler of Lubbock, Carly and Teri French of Seminole, Cara and Jacob Ramirez of Andrews, Josh and Leslie Wheeler of Huntsville, Alabama, and Sarah and Chris Brown of Huntsville, Alabama. Additionally he is lovingly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, and great-grandchildren.
Jack spent much of his career as a welder in the oilfields of Denver City, Texas. In the late 1980s, he and Glenda relocated to Possum Kingdom Lake, where he continued his craft, building boat docks that became a vital part of the community. His dedication to his work reflected his strength and resourcefulness, traits that defined him throughout his life. During his younger years, Jack had a deep love for riding horses. He was known to ride them all over Yoakum County, becoming a familiar and spirited figure in the community. He shared this passion with his children, hauling them to rodeos and supporting their participation in bull riding, barrel racing, and pole bending. Those days were filled with laughter, adventure, and a shared love for the rodeo way of life. Jack’s hobbies brought him immense joy. An avid fisherman, shuffleboard enthusiast, and lover of the open road, he spent his younger years traveling the United States on his motorcycle, camping under the stars, and rafting rivers. In retirement, Jackie found his greatest happiness in spending time with his family, creating memories that will be cherished forever. His life was a testament to resilience, love, and adventure. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, humor, and unwavering dedication to those he loved. Jackie Ray Wheeler will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know him. His stories, laughter, and enduring spirit will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
Funeral services for Eugene Blackmon, age 78 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Baptist Church with Pastor Luke Blackmon officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Eugene was born in San Angelo, Texas to Sylvia Rasco and Sandy Blackmon. He married Lenda Crump in Seminole on June 14, 1975. He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church and worked in retail for Hicks Farm Supply. Eugene was a God-fearing and gentle man who wasn’t afraid to tell people about Jesus. He demonstrated God’s love, grace, and respect to all regardless of their background. He was the best example of a father, brother, husband, and friend to everyone he encountered. He loved collecting knives, guns, flashlights and hugs. Eugene loved his wife, known to him as “Pretty Girl,” with all his heart; he also adored his little dogs, Sadie and Millie.
Eugene Blackmon passed away at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one brother, two sisters, one grandson, Ryan Weitman and one granddaughter, Kaci Fairchild. He is survived by his wife, Lenda Blackmon of Seminole; two sons, Dusty Blackmon and wife D’Ann of Seminole and Levi Blackmon and wife Mikki of Lubbock, Texas; two daughters, Wendi Weitman and husband Eugene of Wolfforth, Texas, and Ruby Blackmon of Seminole; one brother, Roy Blackmon and wife Liz of Santa Anna, Texas; one sister, Martha Jo Haddon of South Carolina; ten grandchildren, Katlin, Dallas, Caleb, Brandon, Kolt, Luke, Sylvia, Madison, Aryn, Courtney; five great-grandchildren, Jayden, Braylee, Rostyn, Kason, Aubrie; and numerous nephews and nieces.
Funeral services for Katharina Krahn, age 53 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Reinlander Mennonite Church with Bishop John Loewen officiating. Burial will follow at Reinlander Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mrs. Krahn was born in Mexico on December 12, 1973 to Katharina (Doerksen) and Jacob Guenter. She married Jacob Krahn in Seminole on June 16, 1991. She was a member of Reinlander Mennonite Church and a homemaker.
Katharina Krahn passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024 at her home in Seminole. She is preceded in death by her father, one brother, and one sister. She is survived by her husband, Jacob Krahn of Seminole; three sons, Jake Krahn, Jr., Willy Krahn and wife Eva, and Joey Krahn, all of Seminole; three daughters, Lisa Guenter Knelsen and husband Peter, Justina Guenter Redecop and husband Jacob, and Sarahbeth Guenter Krahn, all of Seminole; her mother, Katharina Guenter of Seminole; five brothers, Henry Guenter and wife Susan, David Guenter and wife Eva, John Guenter and wife Crystal, Benny Guenter and wife Katharina, and Peter Guenter and wife Agatha, all of Seminole; four sisters, Eva Klassen and husband David, Anna Wieler and husband Peter, and Mary Goertzen and husband Johnny, all of Seminole, and Lisa Friesen and husband Henry of Welch, Texas; and seven grandchildren.
Funeral services for Jesse Bishop, age 62 of Denver City, Texas, will be held Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Trinity Baptist Church at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Jesse Garcia officiating. Burial will follow at Denver City Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Memorial Chapel of Denver City, in association with Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas. His loving family has provided the following obituary.
Jesse was born August 8, 1962 in Lovington, New Mexico to Toby and Wynelle Bishop who resided in Denver City from 1967 to 1999. He attended Denver City High School where he graduated in 1981. He married in December of 1982 and was blessed with two beautiful daughters. Jesse went to work in the oilfield after high school where he worked for various companies including G and G Tong Rentals in Denver City for several years. As time passed Jesse remarried and he had his one and only son in 1994. Jesse lived most of his life in Denver City where he grew up, but later moved to Gardendale while working in the oilfield. He even spent some years while he was working offshore drilling living in Louisiana.
Jesse enjoyed playing men’s softball, fishing, bowling, watching his favorite football team the Dallas Cowboys, whom he had a love for like no other, as well as kicking back with some cold ones, and we can’t forget to mention his love for Dr. Pepper. Everyone who knew Jesse at the bowling alley knew he was quite anal about his bowling, especially when things didn’t go in his favor and he wasn’t winning. All he came in contact with throughout his life knew how much he loved the Dallas Cowboys; he had a lifelong love for them boys in blue, and although we always gave him a hard time about them, you knew by the look he would give you that you better tread lightly with his Cowboys.
Jesse Bishop left this world and entered into his eternal resting place on November 16, 2024 at Willowcreek Rehab and Nursing in Abilene, Texas after a battle with throat cancer. He is survived by his three children, Misty and husband Ray Ramos of Andrews, Texas, Ashley and husband Kevin Couch of Seagraves, Texas, and Jesse IV and wife Sidnie Bishop of Pinedale, Wyoming. He also had seven grandchildren, Hayden Lively, Andruw Ramos, Kayleigh Lively, Elyssa Ramos, Zayn Bishop, Ian Ramos, and Salem Bishop. He also leaves behind his only older sister, Freda Davidson of Abilene, Texas, who took care of her little brother as long as she could, and one older brother, Billy Bishop Sr. and wife Cindy of Midland, Texas, as well as lots of nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Jesse (Toby), and Wynelle Bishop.
Pallbearers include Hayden Lively, Andruw Ramos, Matthew Sappington, Shay Mann, Denny Fulcher, and Glenn Jones and Honorary Pallbearers, Billy Marcus Bishop, Jr. and his lifelong friend Broderick Williams.
Graveside services for Mona Mapes, age 70 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Friday, November 22, 2024 at Resthaven Cemetery in Lubbock, Texas at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Gilbert Ramirez officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole.
Mona Mapes was born August 31, 1954 in Clovis, New Mexico to Carolyn (Newton) and Bobby Joe Averett. She married Ernest Lee Mapes in Lubbock, Texas on September 15, 1977. She was a caregiver from the time she was thirteen until the day she left this earth. She and her husband Lee opened up their home to terminally ill patients, and that is when Goldenspur Care started. Mona won many awards as she loved all of her patients as her own family. She loved all the kids and always treated them equally, even when she was picking on them. She also loved to play the guitar. She could hear a song and immediately play it by ear. She had the voice of an angel but you had to listen really hard because she sang so quietly.
Mona Mapes passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Seminole Memorial Hospital in Seminole, Texas. In addition to her parent, she is preceded in death by her husband, Lee Mapes, and one nephew, Curtis Adams. She is survived by one daughter, Kelli Mapes-Krieg and husband Gary of Brownsboro, Texas; two grandsons, Lukas Wyatt (Magoohoo) and Lance Weston (Munchkin) of Brownsboro Texas; one sister, Kathy Adam and husband Ron of Loop, Texas; one brother, Ervin Averett of Oberlin, Kansas; nieces and nephew, Clay, Amanda, Jennifer, Christy and Michaela, along with numerous great nieces and nephews and cousins; one uncle, Paul of Amarillo, Texas; and two aunts, Kaye of Kingston Oklahoma, and Beth of Monroe, Louisiana.
Funeral services for Connie Dagley, age 82 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Westside Church of Christ beginning at 10:00 a.m., with Pastor Bernie Yedor officiating and David Williams assisting. Burial will follow at Gaines County Memorial Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 from 6 to 8 p.m. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Mexico Children’s Christian Home, 1356 NM 236, Portales, New Mexico 88130, or the Seminole Volunteer Fire Department, 208 SE 2nd, Seminole, Texas 79360.
Mrs. Dagley was born in Paris, Texas on August 19, 1942 to Syble (Wilhite) and Hubert Songer. She attended high school in Odessa and married Don Dagley there on March 25, 1958. She was a longtime member of Westside Church of Christ where she taught bible classes for over 30 years. She had lived in Seminole since 1972, moving from Artesia, New Mexico. She worked for many years alongside her husband at their insurance firm.
Connie Dagley was a successful businesswoman, but her first passion was serving others. Her family is still learning of things she did to help people. One of her favorite pastimes after coming home from work was to kick off her shoes and go to work in her garden and yard, caring for plants. She was a fervent supporter of the Seminole Volunteer Fire Department, and one of her greatest joys was gathering donations for their annual Christmas party. She continued to do this even after she had officially retired.
Connie Dagley passed from this life on November 8, 2024 in Hobbs, New Mexico. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Don; three brothers, and two sisters. She is survived by one son, D.A. Dagley (wife Nona) of Seminole; two daughters, Claudia Sue Donaldson of Seattle, Washington and Candi Welch (husband Shane) of Seminole; one brother, Hubert Edwin Songer (wife Vickie) of Garland, Texas; four sisters, Elaine Kennedy of Sherman, Texas, Louise Michell (husband Jim) of Arlington, Texas, Kathy Jarrett (husband Lee) of Fort Worth, Texas, and Sheila Pitts (husband Harold) of Bonham, Texas; six grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
Funeral services for Johnny Martinez, age 76 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Friday, November 15, 2024 at South Seminole Baptist Church beginning at 2:00 p.m., with Pastor Buck Wheat officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Memorial Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Johnny Martinez was born May 17, 1948 to Ramona (Galicia) and Antonio Martinez in Lockhart, Texas. He married Nelda Ortega in Seminole on March 26, 1976 and was a member of South Seminole Baptist Church. He was originally from Lockhart, then moved to Odessa, and on to Seminole, where he had lived for the past 48 years. Johnny proudly served his country with the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He always loved his 18-wheelers; he owned and operated Martinez Trucking. He enjoyed tinkering with small engines as well, especially lawnmowers.
Mr. Martinez was a man of deep faith, and he loved reading his bible. He enjoyed watching western movies and was a Dallas Cowboys fan. He also enjoyed traveling back to the Lockhart area to visit with his brothers and sisters and other family members, but one of the greatest loves of his life was for his grandkids. Popo always had candy in his pockets to pass out to them.
Johnny Martinez passed away on November 10, 2024 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters. He is survived by his devoted wife, Nelda of Seminole; one son, Johnny Joe Martinez of Seminole; three daughters, Rebecca Cardona (husband Miguel), Jessica Martinez, and Bianca Martinez (husband Jose), all of Seminole; two brothers, Antonio Martinez, Jr. (wife Mary) of San Marcos, Texas, and Ricardo Martinez (wife Sylvia) of Lockhart; three sisters, Lupe Ortega (husband Joe) of Midland, Texas, Sylvia Gutierrez (husband Alfredo) of Pflugerville, Texas, and Josie Perez of Houston, Texas; eleven grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
Funeral Mass for Maria Perez, age 87 of Seminole, Texas, will be celebrated Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church with Father Joseph Thanavelil officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. Rosary will be held Friday, November 15, 2024 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Maria Perez was born in Starr County on September 26, 1937 to Elvira (Lopez) and Pedro Bazan. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church, and had lived in Seminole for 51 years. She married Encarnacion Perez in La Gulla, Texas on March 14, 1959.
Mrs. Perez loved to cook. She worked for SISD in the cafeteria for about 10 years, but also helped her husband run Perez Tamales. She had a great love for her family but was always strict with both her children and grandchildren; if anyone missed curfew, they were in trouble! She often picked up her grandchildren after school and enjoyed having them around often. She stayed busy constantly, always doing something – cleaning her house, carefully tending her rosebushes, and cooking. Once she had cleaned, the children knew not to mess anything up or leave on any lights or they would hear from her. She enjoyed western movies, and no matter where she was, even in the hospital or nursing home, the western channel better be available or heads would roll.
Maria Perez passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Shinnery Oaks Nursing Home in Denver City, Texas. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Encarnacion Perez; one son, Encarnacion Perez, Jr.; one daughter, Maria Elena Perez; and one brother. She is survived by one son, Alejandro Perez (wife Marry Ann) of Seminole; one daughter, Joanna Rodriguez (husband John) of Seminole; one sister, Imelda Ramirez of Rockdale, Texas; seven grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.
Xae Rashad Adams passed peacefully in the arms of his loving mother on October 25, 2024. During his short days here on earth he touched so many lives and was deeply loved by family and friends. Xae Rashad Adams is the son of Taelor DaShaee Whitfield of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Xae is survived by his maternal grandma (Honey) Jackie Adams of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; two aunts, Kiera Whitfield of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Brylee Kilbourne of Baker, Louisiana; three uncles, RayShaun Whitfield and Quinston Kilbourne of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Bryson Kilbourne of Baker, Louisiana; and his Pawpaw, Quintin Kilbourne of Baker, Louisiana.
Special acknowledgement goes to Nana Joan Adams, Seminole, Texas; uncles, Cornell Adams of Denver, Colorado, Jarod Adams (wife Cori) of Seminole, and Sabraun Adams (wife Karli) of Seminole; aunts, Chrystal Richardson of Seminole and Jazzaline White of Fort Worth, Texas; cousins, Makii Adams, Malia Richardson, Tyjanae Wright, Tyline White, Tyshawn Wright, Tyreus Wright, Trystyn Adams, Gracyn Adams, Lily Adams, Matheus Adams, Ace Adams, Brixton Adams, Brylei Adams, and Braxer Adams; the entire family of Monroe & Betty Hill and a great number of aunts, uncles, and cousins; the entire family of Harry & Bernadine Kilbourne; also a special tia, Nicole Renea Ramirez and a special tio, Carlos Alanzo Espinoza.
Graveside services will be under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.
A celebration of life for Truman Hayes, age 92 of Welch, Texas, will be held Monday, November 4, 2024 at Welch Church of Christ at 11:00 a.m. with Kalith Brown and Kirk Hayes officiating, and Keith Hayes assisting. Burial will follow in Terry County Cemetery, Brownfield, Texas. The family will hold a visitation to greet friends at the church on Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 6 to 8 p.m. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole.
Truman Hayes passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. He has gone to join all the redeemed saints from every nation and every race who are gathered around the throne of Jesus, singing His praises, and was anticipating the joy of that moment.
Truman was the son of Odilla (Mullins) and Chrystal (Chris) Hayes, born March 22, 1932 in Grayson County, Texas. He lived in Grayson and Collin counties until his father was killed in 1942. He then moved to Eden, Texas, where he was a member of the Bulldogs football team that beat Marfa 19-17 in 1949 for the regional championship. He graduated from Eden High School in 1950. He moved to Welch, Texas in 1952 and married Mauriene Coor on May 17, 1953. It was in Welch that he spent the rest of his life as a farmer and minister. He served for 2 years at the Welch Church of Christ as their preacher, and spent many years after holding preaching appointments at several churches in the area while farming full-time. He deeply loved the Welch Church of Christ and served there until his death. He was active in Young Farmers, served on the Dawson ISD board for almost 30 years, and was a huge supporter of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in their sports and other activities. He had a passion for prison ministry and spent many years ministering to men in prison. He said if it makes a difference in one man’s life, it is worth it. He and his wife were further involved in ministry in Kenya, Uganda, and Malawi, and made numerous trips to Africa in support of these missions.
He is survived by his wife Mauriene, their five children, Keith (wife Melanie) Hayes, Chris Hayes, Vaughn (husband Kalith) Brown, Kirk (wife Susan) Hayes, and Tonya Hayes, 13 grandchildren, and 39 great-grandchildren. Included in these are: Melissa (& Matt) Cox and their children, Kenah & Koy; Jada (& Nick) Shock and their children, Aubryn (& Andrew) Cuellar, Leif, Keirah, Emry, Krae, & Tait; Laurel (& Rob) Warren and their children, Aiden, Adyson, Hudson, & Holden; Brandon (& Shanna) Hayes and their son Karter; Kyla (& Alan) Muns and their children, Ava, Micah, and Preston; Sena (& Daniel) Reese and their children, Addalie, Asher, River, & Ryker; Benjamin Truman (& Becca) Hayes and their children, Braylon, Brooklyn, & Britain; Bridget (& Matthew) Hershman; Kanyon (& Erika) Brown and their children, Brindle, Riggin, and Kap; Ryan (& Justine) Hayes and their children Amelie, Lily, & Rylee; Ashton (& Alex) Orr and their children, Maddox, Sutton, & Beckett; Ty (& Sharlagne) Hayes and their children, Addie, Beth, Charlotte, Andrew, & Emmy; Landon (& Bailey) Brown and their children, Truman and Clara. These all were one of the greatest joys of his life. He is also survived by three sisters, Ruth (husband B.) Shelburne, Verlen Ketchersid, and Mary Chris (husband Doug) Wilks.
He was preceded in death by his father, Chrystal Leo Hayes, his mother, Odilla Vivian (Mullins) Hayes, one brother, Roland Hayes and sister-in-law Wanda; and one brother-in-law, Eddy Ketchersid.
Fond memories of Truman often included his time with his family at “Deer Camp”- a place he took his kids and grandkids for many years. He also loved watching the deer in the cotton fields daily. He was sure to pass on his love for popcorn with grape juice, as well as Peanut M&Ms and bubblegum to all his descendants.
Truman shared the love and light of Jesus with anyone he encountered. He had a way of making every person feel valued, and every grandchild thought he/she was his favorite. He boldly proclaimed his love for scripture and for Jesus while in the hospital, even in the midst of terrible pain. His life and legacy will always be remembered and his impact in the kingdom of God cannot be fully measured. As he passed from this life into his eternal home, surely a chorus of voices rang out, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to Kenya Church of Christ Children’s Home c/o Welch Church of Christ, PO Box 187, Welch, TX, 79377; Namikango Mission, PO Box 16528 Lubbock, TX 79490; or South Houston Bible Institute (SHBI) PO Box 891246, Houston, TX 77289-1246.
Memorial services for Elizabeth Klassen, age 83 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Community Church at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Dave Klassen officiating. Family will hold a private burial at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mrs. Klassen was born April 17, 1941 in Mexico to Helena (Fehr) and Bernhard Wiebe. She married David Klassen on September 1, 1968 in Canada. She had lived in Seminole since 1978, moving from California, and was a member of Community Church. Elizabeth’s life was all about family. She loved to cook and was known for her enchiladas. She liked having company and was always kind to strangers; she literally got along with everyone and there was no one who didn’t like her. Her sisters said even as children they always got along with no arguing or fighting.
Elizabeth and her husband were truly best friends. One of their favorite activities was sitting on the swing, talking and singing. On Sunday afternoons she enjoyed driving with her husband through the countryside, always checking out the pecan orchards. Their love was evident to all who knew them. At church she was active in the food ministry, as well as a quilting group.
Elizabeth Klassen passed away at Odessa Regional Medical Center on October 18, 2024. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one daughter-in-law, Lois; one grandson, Nolan; two brothers, Henry and Ben; and three sisters, Tina, Mary, and Helen. She is survived by her husband, David of Seminole; five sons, David Klassen and wife Teresa of College Station, Texas, Benjamin Klassen and wife Sara of Seminole, Henry Klassen and wife Nancy of Seminole, Pete Klassen and wife Anna of Wellman, Texas, and Rudy Klassen and wife Nancy of Seminole; one daughter, Helena Gibson of Seminole; one brother, Jake Wiebe and wife Pam of Canada; three sisters, Susan Krahn and husband George, Sara Peters and husband Dave, and Ann Tennant and husband Jim, all of Canada; 15 grandchildren, and 22 great-grandchildren.
Graveside services for Laura Hoffman, age 96 of Odessa and formerly of Seminole, Texas, will be held Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Gaines County Memorial Cemetery with Dean Boyer officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Memorial Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mrs. Hoffman was born December 27, 1927 in Manistee, Michigan, the only daughter of Alta (Epler) and David Hillsamer. Laura was a Christian, and never adopted the Texas accent. Her parents were full-blooded German and after living in Michigan the family moved to Florida, where she attended high school in Okeechobee. She met her first husband, a tall Texan, while her family lived in Florida and they moved to Texas. They followed oil rigs and traveled extensively, finally settling in Andrews where they bought a Shell station and Laura kept the books. She was supposed to get a ’57 Thunderbird but became pregnant and got her daughter instead. She never did get her Thunderbird!
Laura met another tall Texan, Pappy Hoffman, in 1977 and they married in 1978 in El Paso. They moved to Seminole that same year. They enjoyed traveling all over the world, even going to Japan and Hong Kong. They visited most of the United States in their motorhome, took cruises to Alaska and more. Laura spent her final years at Brookdale Assisted Living in Odessa and made friends with all the staff; she was known to be a note writer and had her own opinion about how things should be run.
Laura Hoffman passed away in Odessa on Monday, October 7, 2024. She is preceded in death by her first husband, Clyde Welch in 2016, and her second husband D.G. “Pappy” Hoffman in 2006. She is survived by one daughter, Linda Davis and husband Larry of Andrews, Texas, and one grandson, Hunter Davis of Sherman Oaks, California.
Funeral services for Diedrich Loepky, age 61 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Transformation Church with Pastor Tod Delay officiating and Pastor Dave Klassen assisting. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Loepky was born in Mexico on December 11, 1962 to Maria (Dyck) and Peter Loepky. He married Lisa Krahn in Mexico on June 6, 1984. Diedrich enjoyed riding motorcycles, traveling, restoring antique tractors, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a hard working man, and had praise and worship music playing twenty-four hours a day. He owned and operated three businesses: a farm, a farm equipment manufacturing company, and a land clearing company.
Diedrich Loepky passed away at his home in Seminole Sunday, September 29, 2024. He is preceded in death by his father, Peter Loepky, two sons, one brother, and two sisters. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Loepky of Seminole; two sons, Johnny Loepky and wife Susi, and Mark Loepky and wife Trina, both of Seminole; his mother, Maria Loepky of Seminole; six brothers, Jake Loepky and wife Sara of Kansas, John Loepky and wife Neta of Seminole, Isaac Loepky and wife Aganetha of Kansas, Ben Loepky and wife Helen of Kansas, Abe Loepky and wife Annie of Kansas, and Frank Loepky and wife Nancy of Seminole; three sisters, Margaret Guenther and husband Peter, Helen Wiebe and husband Peter, both of Canada, and Susan Rempel and husband Peter of Dalhart, Texas; and five grandchildren.
Funeral Mass for Jose Flores, age 67 of Seminole, Texas, will be celebrated Saturday, September 21, 2024 at St. James Catholic Church at 2:00 p.m. with Father Jose Thanavelil officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. Rosary will be held Friday, September 20, 2024 from 7 to 8 p.m. at Boyer Funeral Home. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Flores was born September 3, 1957 in Luling, Texas to Margarita (Gomez) and Luz Flores. He married Maria Bolanos in Seminole. He was a Catholic and worked as a truck driver. Jose enjoyed listening to Tejano music, watching Swamp People and Street Outlaws, and being around his family; he also loved receiving flowers.
Jose Flores passed away at his daughter’s home in Lubbock, Texas, on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. He is survived by his wife, Maria Flores of Seminole; one son, Jose Flores, Jr. and wife Lori of Abilene, Texas; three daughters, Molly Perez and husband Chris of Denver City, Texas, Tonya Flores and fiancé Noe Casares of Seminole, and Melissa Trevino and husband Daniel Contreraz of Lubbock, Texas; three brothers, Luz Flores, Jr. and wife Yolanda, Jessie Flores and wife Janie, and Ruben Flores and wife Sarah, all of Seminole; five sisters, Benita Navarro and husband Lucio of Bangs, Texas, Sandra Flores and husband Robert Alvarez of Seguin, Texas, Virginia Navarro and husband Santiago, Irma Perez, and Betty Espinoza, all of Seminole; nine grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
Guadalupe “Lupe” Zuniga, age 74 of Seminole, Texas, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at his home in Seminole. He was born September 10, 1946 in Mexico to Paula (Valdez) and Francisco Zuniga. He married Josephina Hernandez February 12, 1988 in Seminole; they shared 36 years of marriage. Lupe was a handyman, card game dealer and master of scratching lottery tickets, but his passion was being a farmer, growing and harvesting cotton. No services have been scheduled at this time.
Lupe was a respectful son, a faithful brother, a loved uncle by many and a beloved grandpa. His family considered him to be their very own “Matt Dillon” always wearing cowboy boots, pearl snap western style shirts and a cowboy hat. He enjoyed watching western movies and being with his family. He closed every phone call with a final sentence of “Que Dios Te Bendiga.”
In addition to his parents, Lupe is preceded in death by one son, Lupe Zuniga, Jr. and one daughter, Susanna Zuniga. He is survived by his wife Josephina Zuniga of Seminole; one daughter, Rosie Zuniga of Hobbs, New Mexico; one stepson, Samuel Longoria and wife Irene of Lubbock, Texas; two stepdaughters, Patti Longoria, and Rachel Ayala and husband Jonathan, both of Lubbock, Texas; three brothers, Ismael Zuniga of Hobbs, New Mexico, Concepcion Zuniga and wife Andrea of Hobbs, New Mexico, and Johnny Zuniga and wife Rosie of Lubbock, Texas; three sisters, Blanche McWhorta of Seminole, Maria Eugenia Pallanes of San Antonio, and Mary Lou Sierra and husband Raymond of Seminole; nine grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.
The family would like to say a special thank you to the staff at Interim Hospice Services for the support and understanding, also to his nurses Nettie and Jessica for the love and compassion you shared with Lupe and his family. They would also like to say a thank you to their wonderful neighbors Joyce Hargrove, and John and Molly Hill who have turned into lifelong friends, and to Raymond and Mary Lou Sierra for always being a light for our family; we love you both so much.
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