For the Week of June 7 - June 13, 2026

MARGARETHA NEUFELD

Funeral services for Margaretha Neufeld, age 68 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Reinlander Mennonite Church with Bishop Johan Loewen officiating. Burial will follow at Reinlander Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Neufeld was born in Mexico January 8, 1958 to Maria (Friesen) and Johan Funk. She married Klaas Neufeld in Mexico on August 14, 1979. Margaretha was member of the Reinlander Church and a homemaker. She was a giving woman and loved her family dearly; she was always concerned about her children and grandchildren. Margaretha meant what she said, and it always came from her heart. She enjoyed cooking, especially for her family; she also enjoyed sewing. She was a God-fearing woman and made sure to do her devotions daily; she knew that Jesus died for her.

Margaretha Neufeld passed away at her home in Seminole on Friday, June 5, 2026. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Klaas Neufeld in 2025, and one brother. She is survived by five sons, Johan Neufeld and wife Helena, Peter Neufeld and wife Susana, Jacob Neufeld and wife Sara, Abram Neufeld and wife Tina, and David Neufeld, all of Seminole; five daughters, Katherina Friessen and husband Cornelius, Helena Hildebrandt and husband David, and Susan Klassen and husband Abram, all of Seminole, Maria Wiebe and husband Cornelius of Colombia, and Anna Enns and husband Johnny of Brownfield, Texas; one sister, Susana Banman and husband Cornelius of Mexico; 40 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

HILARIO 'LARRY' BORJAS

Hilario (Larry) Borjas was born in Beeville, Texas on September 29, 1932 to Angelita (Carrion) and Jose Borjas. He married Reyes Ortega in Seminole on December 15, 1952. He was a member of the Wesleyan Grace Church and worked for Gaines County for over 30 years as a custodian. His love of baseball led to eight years of coaching Little League in which his teams earned first place each year. He loved watching the Houston Astros and Texas Longhorns, and he enjoyed helping anyone in the community when needed. He was active in the Optimist Club for several years and was faithful in delivering Meals on Wheels every day until 2025.

Hilario (Larry) Borjas passed away June 8, 2026 at his residence. In addition to his parents and his wife, he is preceded in death by one son, Larry Jr., five sisters, and five brothers. He is survived by three daughters, Dalinda Rodriguez of Lubbock, Texas, Lora Ybarra and husband John of Lubbock, Texas, and Cindi Phillips and husband Justin of Seminole; two sons, Raymond Guerro and wife Linda of Sanger, Texas, and Jamie Borjas and wife Rosa of Seminole; eight grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

For the Week of May 31 - June 6, 2026

DON TAYLOR

Memorial services for Donald Dean (Don) Taylor, Jr., age 47 of Seminole, Texas, will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Trinity Baptist Church in Seminole, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in the Gaines County Memorial Cemetery North, located on US Hwy 62, Seminole. Donald’s wife lovingly provided the following obituary.

It is with deep sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Donald Dean (Don) Taylor, Jr., on May 8, 2026, in Grants, New Mexico. He was born July 22, 1978, in Grants, New Mexico to Janice (Taylor) Ward and Donald Taylor, Sr. Don was the oldest son.

Don’s early life was spent with his grandparents Dean and Shirley Taylor, where he learned the value of hard work, integrity and the skills to become a master welder and fabricator. All these traits served him well during his many years of auto dirt track racing, which has endured over four generations of the Taylor men. Don’s motto was, “Get up, get dressed, and do your best.” Don spent twenty years with Stewart Brothers Drilling Company when he retired as a tool pusher. He always said the best gift he received from Stewart Brothers was meeting his wife, Valerie. They shared an unbreakable bond for sixteen years. Don switched careers and went to work for Waste Management (WM) and held the position of District Manager 2 for the Hobbs, New Mexico and Dexter, New Mexico sites. Kindness and courtesy are the first things that come to mind when Don met someone. He was determined to provide the best customer service and help anyone in his Waste Management family. While Don worked hard at his business, he was first and foremost a family man. A call every night to his mother to share the events of the day; calls to his children, sisters and brothers to keep up with family events and help when he could. Don loved talking to people and telling some type of historical event that could be tied to the conversation. Don enjoyed life and loved to laugh, and he shared that gift with everyone he met.

Don is preceded in death by his grandparents, Dean and Shirly Taylor of San Rafeal, New Mexico; Billy Dee and Edith Marie Walker of San Rafeal, New Mexico; his father, Don Taylor, Sr.; one uncle, Ron Taylor of San Rafeal, New Mexico, his step-father, Donald Ward, Sr. of Bluewater, New Mexico; one nephew, Austin Ward, of Bluewater, New Mexico. He is survived by his mother, Janice Ward of Bluewater, New Mexico; his wife, Valerie Taylor, of Seminole, Texas; his son, Darrell Taylor of Albuquerque, New Mexico; his daughter, Brenna Hayes of Bakersfield, California; his son and his wife, Jared and Alexandra Hayes of Dripping Springs, Texas; his sisters, Sandra (Taylor) Miles and husband Chris of Milan, New Mexico, and Jessica Ward of Bluewater, New Mexico; and brothers, Chase Taylor of Grants, New Mexico and Don (Ty)Ward, Jr. of Bluewater, New Mexico; aunts and uncles, Deborah Scott of Norton, Kansas, Linda Clark and husband Roger of Puyallup, Washington, Serina Lake of Goodland, Kansas, and Robert Taylor of Belgrade, Montana; five grandchildren, Bailey, Derrick, Ava, Fallon, and Kaiya; and ten nieces and nephews, Dakota, Damion, Haven, Kristian, John, Maggie, Addison, Brianne, Nicole, and Abby.

ALEJANDRO 'CANO' PEREZ

Memorial services for Alejandro (Cano) Perez, age 66 of Seminole, Texas, will be held at Boyer Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026 with Pastors Joyce and Alfredo Medrano officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mr. Perez was born February 10, 1960 in La Casita, Texas, to Mariabelen (Bazan) and Encarnacion Perez. He married Mary Ann Churchwell in Seminole on February 9, 1985. He worked primarily as a farmer; he also previously had worked for J.B. Fluids for fifteen years and drove a truck for over thirty years. He enjoyed farming and taking care of all his animals, especially his dogs. He never knew a stranger and enjoyed visiting people as well as his family.

Alejandro Perez passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026 at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one brother, one sister, and one stepdaughter. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Perez of Seminole; one stepson, Jefferson VanBuren and wife Tammy of Shallowater, Texas; one stepdaughter, Roetta Majano of Lamesa, Texas; one sister, Joanna Rodriguez and husband John of Seminole; three adopted sons, Jimmy Hall of Seminole, and Chapo Hernandez and Jose Garcia, both of Whiterock, Texas; one adopted daughter, Shelby Lara and husband Gilbert, Jr. of Seminole; ten grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren.

For the Week of May 17 - May 23, 2026

JESUSA ARAGON

Graveside services for Jesusa Aragon, age 65 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Gaines County Cemetery with Pastor Gilbert Ramirez officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Aragon was born May 1, 1961 in Tahoka, Texas to Ambrosia (Quintanilla) and Jesus Flores. She married Agustin Aragon on February 14, 1989 in Greely, Colorado. She was a homemaker. Jesusa loved her family, friends, and her dogs dearly; her stepchildren were everything to her. Jesusa was a hardworking woman who would help anyone in need. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.

Jesusa Aragon passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at her home in Seminole. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Agustin Aragon. She is survived by two stepsons, Jamie Aragon of Houston, Texas, and Lalo Aragon of Mexico; her stepfather, Manuel Martinez of Seminole; four sisters, Matilda Chavez, Cristina Carrillo, Norma Mora, and San Juanita all of Enid Oklahoma.

CORNELIUS FROESE

Funeral services for Cornelius Froese, age 79 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at Old Colony Mennonite Church at 2:00 p.m. with Bishop Peter Janzen officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Cornelius Froese was born in Mexico on September 14, 1946 to Maria (Martens) and Cornelius Froese. He married Magaretha Blatz on September 14, 1968 in Mexico. He was a member of Old Colony Mennonite Church and had a strong Christian faith. He was a hardworking man. Cornelius always believed in turning the other cheek. He was a very kindhearted, honest man who had compassion for other people; and treated everyone equally. He considered his handshake to be his word and contract. Cornelius was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His name is written in the book of life.

Cornelius Froese passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026 at his home in Seminole. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one daughter, Agatha Froese; one brother, Jacob Froese; and three sisters, Katharina Froese, Maria Froese, and Maria Unger. He is survived by his wife, Magaretha Froese of Seminole; two sons, Frank Frose and wife Maria, and Abram Froese, both of Seminole; three daughters, Maggie Giesbrecht and husband Abe, Mary Froese, and Eva Lutjens and husband Gus, all of Seminole; five brothers, Frank Froese and wife Susanna, Peter Froese and wife Sarah, Henry Froese and wife Katharina, David Froese and wife Tina, and George Froese and wife Katharina, all of Mexico; seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

IDA SUELLEN HUMMEL

Funeral services for Ida Suellen Hummel, age 79 of Denver City, Texas, will be held Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Baptist Church with Pastor Jesse Garcia officiating. Burial will follow at Denver City Memorial Park. All services are under the direction Boyer Memorial Chapel of Denver City, in association with Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Hummel was born on July 27, 1946 in Breckenridge, Texas to Opal Fern (Parks) and Russell B. Bledsoe. She was a Baptist and worked for Rays Auto Parts in Denver City for many years. She married Franklin Gerald Hummel in Plains, Texas on June 3, 1982. In her younger days, she loved to fish and ride horses; later in life, she enjoyed camping in the mountains with her husband. She spent many hours embroidering pillowcases. She loved her church and church friends dearly. Suellen was baptized as a child, but decided to get baptized again on November 24, 2024, she said, “she wasn’t sure if the first time took.” She had a great sense of humor and was very witty, you never knew what she might say, but would keep you laughing even in her ICU bed at the hospital. Suellen would do just about anything for anyone she could. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

Suellen Hummel passed away Friday, May 15, 2026 at Yoakum County Hospital in Denver City. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Franklin Gerald Hummel. She is survived by one sister, Sara Gambrell and husband Willie of Mount Pleasant, Texas; one stepson, Franklin Gerald, Jr. and wife Penny of Poteet, Texas; one niece, Becky J. Rodgers and husband Chris of Ponder, Texas, and their children, Cole and Cooper Rodgers; one nephew, William (Billy) Gambrell of Tyler, Texas; and her dog, “Booger Bear.”

For the Week of May 3 - May 9, 2026

STANLEY PETERS

Funeral services for Stanley Peters, age 16 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Monday, May 4, 2026 at Community Church at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Dave Klassen officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Stanley Peters was born in Childress, Texas on November 13, 2009 to Lisa (Bergen) and Abraham Peters. He had a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone. He loved hunting, driving his truck, and working on it even if nothing was wrong with it. He loved farming with his dad; that was where he planned to work for the rest of his life. Stanley loved his brothers and sisters dearly and acted as if he was their parent. He was a very smart young man with a keen eye, and he knew how to fix many things. He enjoyed hanging out with his friends after work.

Stanley Peters passed away Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Covenant Children's Hospital in Lubbock, Texas. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather. He is survived by his parents, Lisa and Abraham Peters of Seminole; two brothers, Joey Peters and Aidan Peters, both of the home; three sisters, Stephanie, Joslynn, and April Peters, all of the home; his paternal grandparents, Maria and David Peters of Seminole; and his maternal grandmother, Agatha Bergen of Seminole.

For the Week of April 26 - May 2, 2026

GERTRUDA NEUFELD

Funeral services for Gertruda Neufeld, age 52 of Sudan, Texas, will be held Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. with Bishop Peter Janzen officiating at Old Colony Mennonite Church. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Neufeld was born April 2, 1974 in Mexico to Aganetha (Wieler) and Franz Wall. She was a homemaker and a member of Old Colony Mennonite Church. She married Henry Neufeld in Mexico on August 16, 1992. Gertruda enjoyed crocheting, baking, and taking care of her family, reading the bible, and singing. She read the entire bible in one year’s time. She loved going to work with her children on occasion and was very proud of them. Mrs. Neufeld was a kind woman who enjoyed helping anyone she could, no matter who they were. She loved children and animals, especially her cat “Mamma.”

Gertruda Neufeld passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026 at her home in Sudan. In addition to her parents and her in-laws, she is preceded in death by one son and one sister. She is survived by her husband, Henry Neufeld of Sudan, Texas; two sons, Frank Neufeld and Jacob Neufeld, both of Sudan; four brothers, Jacob Wall and wife Helena, Cornelius Wall and wife Susana, and Frank Wall and wife Maria, all of Mexico, and Peter Wall and wife Helena of Ropesville, Texas; four sisters, Katherina Loewen and husband Jacob of Mexico, Helena Friesen and husband David of Brownfield, Texas, Aganetha Friesen and husband Isaak of Seminole, Texas, and Elizabeth Fehr and husband Benjamin of Mexico.

MAXINE SIMS

Graveside services for Maxine Conditt Sims, age 83 of Seminole, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, 2026 with Pastor Billy Jack Robinson officiating, at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Sims was born March 8, 1943 in Wade, Oklahoma to Evelyn (McIntire) and Byron Mayfield Conditt. She married Willie Sims in Seminole in 1985 and was a Baptist. Maxine started out working for Jimmy Myers as a waitress for many years until she was able to buy her own restaurant which she named Maxine’s in Seminole. She also volunteered with the Girl Scouts and Brownies. She raised her own five children along with five other children as her own. Maxine enjoyed relaxing, watching her fish tank, oil painting, gardening, and cooking for her family and friends. She also enjoyed listening to music, especially Elvis Presley.

Maxine Sims passed away Monday, April 27, 2026 at Permian Regional Care Center in Andrews, Texas. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Willie Sims, two sisters, and one daughter-in-law. She is survived by two sons, Don Quisenberry of Wills Point, Texas, and Randy Quisenberry and wife Tonya of Seminole; three daughters, Cheryl Howard and husband Charles, Teresa Robinson, and Sherry Peters and husband Isidro, all of Seminole; one brother, David Conditt of Amarillo, Texas; three sisters, Nancy Wright and husband Dave of Normangee, Texas, and Ruth Roberson and Kay Roberson, both of San Angelo, Texas; 10 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

For the Week of April 19 - April 25, 2026

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CHRISTY GEORGE

Memorial services for Christy George, age 45 of Seminole, Texas, will be held at Boyer Funeral Home on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. with Pastor Gilbert Ramirez officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Ms. George was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on February 22, 1981 to Frankie (King) and Lowell Wayne George. She enjoyed listening to music, reading, and going to the lake with her family and friends; she especially loved her dogs.

Christy George passed away Monday, April 6, 2026 at her home in Seminole. She is preceded in death by her father, Lowell George in 1986. She is survived by one son, Cameron Goodger and fiancé Nylana Friesen of Seminole; one daughter, Madalynn Goodger of Seminole; her mother, Frankie Garcia of Seminole; and one sister, Bridgett Bural and husband Matthew Beard of Denim Springs, Louisiana.

BETTY JO HILL

Graveside services for Betty Jo Hill, age 94 of White House, Texas and formerly of Seminole, Texas, will be held Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Gaines County Cemetery with Dean Boyer officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Hill was born in Lamar County on March 30, 1932 to Sybil and Wayland Milam. She married Will Hill in 1975 in Seminole. She was Pentecostal and worked as a legal secretary, although she enjoyed aspects of any job she did. Betty was a kind and loving woman who enjoyed her flowers and gardening. She was a hands-on person who enjoyed doing her own touch-up paint in her home. Betty loved people, especially children, and she saw people for who they were, no matter race, creed, or color. She had a wonderful sense of humor and always said when she passed, she wanted to “be a fly on the wall to see people’s reactions.”

Betty Hill passed away Friday, April 17, 2026 at her home in White House, Texas. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Will Hill; one son, Bob Wayne Ford, one daughter, Debbie Ford Miller, one brother, and three sisters. She is survived by three stepsons, Barry Hill of Austin, Texas, Brad Hill and wife Bridget of Midland, Texas, and Brian Hill of Lubbock, Texas; one stepdaughter, Jodie Copelin of Fort Worth, Texas; two sisters, Nancy Lacy and husband Doyle of Lubbock, Texas, and Myrna Vinesett of North Carolina; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; and her loving friend, Nedra Wilson and husband Amos of White House, Texas.