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For the Week of August 7 - August 13, 2022

MARVIN WELBORN

Funeral services for Marvin Otis Welborn,age 91 of Lamesa, Texas will be held Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. at Crestview Baptist Church in Lamesa, Texas with Pastor Keith Clower officiating. Burial will follow at Dawson County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Crestview Baptist Church, PO Box 818, Lamesa, Texas 79331.

Mr. Welborn was born in Munday, Texas on January 26, 1931 to Retha and Jessie Welborn. He married the love of his life, Bernice Brandon, on December 5, 1947 and they celebrated 68 wonderful years together. Marvin never knew a stranger and always welcomed everyone with a great story. As a career, he drove trucks and moved houses for most of his adult life. His passion was to restore old cars. He was a lifelong member of Crestview Baptist Church where he served in all areas of the ministry. His passion for service led him to serve on the Baptist board as a Messenger for many years. Marvin worked hard to inspire others through his offers of lending a helping hand or a listening ear. He was loved by many, including family and friends throughout Texas and Oklahoma.

Marvin Welborn passed away August 10, 2022. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Bernice; two brothers, Clarence and Amos Welborn; and two sisters, Patsy White and Opal Norton. He is survived by three daughters and their spouses, Raylene and Don Gleghorn of Denton, Texas, Shirley and Calvin Smith of Antlers, Oklahoma, and Sue and Jerry Bennett of Lamesa, Texas; six grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren.

For the Week of July 17-July 23, 2022

VERA ELIZABETH BROWN

  

Funeral services for Vera Elizabeth Brown, age 93 of Denver City, Texas will be held Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Church of the Nazarene with Rev. David Hollon officiating, and Rev. Gregory Brown assisting. Burial will follow at Denver City Memorial Park. All services are under the direction of Boyer Memorial Chapel of Denver City, Texas, under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.

Mrs. Brown was born July 30, 1928 in Orion, Kansas to Anna (Kittle) and Leland M. Stewart. She attended high school in Scott City, Kansas and graduated from Topeka High School as Valedictorian of her class. She later graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bethany Nazarene College (now Southern Nazarene University) in Bethany, Oklahoma. In 1950 she married R. Harold Brown in Topeka, Kansas. She taught High School English in Kansas City, Kansas; she was also a substitute teacher, and taught piano lessons for many years. She was a master teacher on many levels; for Sunday school, in children’s church, young adult classes, and senior adult classes. Vera and her husband Harold served eleven Pastorates in total. They included Jasper Missouri, Denver City Church of the Nazarene in 1956, Borger, Texas, Ft. Worth PolyTechnic Church, Esther, Missouri, and Johannesburg, South Africa for six years 1973 to 1978, then went to Ireland for three years, from 1978 to 1981. They also pastored in Okmulgee, Oklahoma and Blue Springs, Missouri until their retirement in 1993, when they moved back to Denver City, Texas. After retirement they went to the Philippines in 1995 and served one year at Luzon Nazarene Bible College. Vera enjoyed cooking, canning vegetables, fruits and jams, and she won more than a dozen awards at the Lubbock County Fair. She also enjoyed crocheting, crossword puzzles, playing the piano, organ, and harp, and very much enjoyed playing board games with her family such as train dominos, scrabble, and so forth. Vera was also a passionate rose gardener. She had a strong desire to communicate her faith to her family and friends.

Vera Brown passed away Monday, July 18, 2022 at Shinnery Oaks Nursing Home in Denver City, Texas. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, R. Harold Brown; and two brothers, James G. Stewart and L. Calvin Stewart. She is survived by three sons, Richard L. Brown and wife Chris of Gardner, Kansas, Timothy D. Brown of Wildwood, Florida, and Gregory R. Brown and wife Beverly of Leesburg, Florida; two sisters –in- law, Marilyn Stewart of Bothell, Washington, and Helen Stewart of Bethany, Oklahoma; eight grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

PETER THIESSEN

  

Funeral services for Peter Thiessen, age 68 of Seminole, Texas will be held Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Old Colony Mennonite Church with Bishop Jacob Giesbrecht officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mr. Thiessen was born in Mexico on March 27, 1954 to Maria (Dyck) and Johan Thiessen. He married Helena (Hildebrandt) September 25, 2005 in Seminole, Texas. He was a member of Old Colony Mennonite Church and worked as a farmer. 

Peter Thiessen passed away in Mexico Tuesday, July 19, 2022. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Katherine Thiessen in 2004; one son, and three sisters. He is survived by his wife, Helena Thiessen of Mexico; two sons, Pete Thiessen and wife Anna, and Frank Thiessen and wife Lisa, both of Seminole, Texas; one daughter, Annie Peters of Seminole, Texas; two brothers, Johan Thiessen and wife Susan of Mexico, and Isaac Thiessen and wife Helen of Canada; four sisters, Tina Bueckert, Nancy Thiessen, Susan Thiessen, and Eva Rempel and husband Peter, all of Canada; two stepsons, Jorge Hiebert and wife Sara, and Peter Hiebert and wife Annie, both of Seminole, Texas; one stepdaughter, Enni Fehr and husband John of Seminole, Texas; eleven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, twelve step-grandchildren, and four step-great-grandchildren.

For the Week of July 10 - July 16, 2022

E. L. 'PETE' HARRIS

Funeral services for E.L. (Pete) Harris, age 88 of Seminole, Texas will be held Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Trinity Baptist Church with Pastor Phillip Golden officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mr. Harris was born in Jones, Louisiana August 7, 1933 to Robie (Cole) and Berry Harris. He married Ella (Blount) October 31, 1952 in Jones, Louisiana. He worked in the oilfield most of his life, and was always a good provider for his family. He enjoyed fishing in his spare time and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

E.L. Harris passed away Thursday, July 14, 2022 at his home in Seminole, Texas. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Ella Harris; one son, Terry Harris; five brothers; and one sister. He is survived by one son, Sergio De Luna and wife Brianda of Seminole, Texas; two brothers, Royce Harris and wife Lumaron of Seminole, Texas, and G.W. Harris and wife Mary of Louisiana; two sisters, Jewel Ruth, and Betty Middlebrooks, both of Louisiana; and six grandchildren.

For the Week of July 2-July 9, 2022

AGATHA LOEWEN

Funeral services for Agatha Loewen, age 59 of Seminole, Texas will be held Monday, July 11, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Community Church with Pastor Diedrich Harms officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Loewen was born in Mexico August 27, 1962 to Maria (Guenther) and Peter Hiebert. She married Peter Loewen in Mexico on August 28, 1982 and was married for 38 years. They moved to Seminole in 1995. She was a homemaker and loved to work inside as well as outside her home. Her talents were sewing, cooking, cleaning, and gardening. She always enjoyed her grandchildren visiting her.

Agatha Loewen passed away at Shinnery Oaks Nursing Home in Denver City, Texas July 7, 2022. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Peter Loewen; one daughter, Tina; two grandchildren; three brothers; and five sisters. She is survived by one son, Peter Loewen of Lubbock, Texas; four daughters, Eva Bergen and husband Abe, Mary Letkeman and husband Peter, Lisa Neufeld and husband Peter, and Lena Reimer and husband Jake, all of Seminole, Texas; four brothers, Isaak Hiebert and wife Trudy of Mexico, Peter Hiebert and wife Margaretha, David Hiebert and wife Agatha, and John Hiebert and wife Anna, all of Canada; three sisters, Katharina Friesen of Mexico, Susana Fehr and husband Wilhelm, and Eva Loewen, both of Canada; and 11 grandchildren.

For the Week of June 19 - June 25, 2022

REBECCA BLANCO

Funeral services for Rebecca Blanco, age 59 of Lubbock, Texas will be held Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at Boyer Funeral Home in Seminole, Texas at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Jerry Ramirez officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Rebecca Blanco was born in Andrews, Texas on April 26, 1963 to Rosa (Luna) and Santos Blanco. She married Juan Albarado in San Antonio, Texas February 14, 2021. She was a Christian and a homemaker. She was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan and enjoyed listening to country music, dancing, helping others, and crafting. She loved her grandchildren dearly.

Rebecca Blanco passed away at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas Friday, June 10, 2022. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by one daughter and two sisters. She is survived by her husband, Juan Albarado of Lubbock, Texas; two daughters, Monica Ortega and Amber Rodriguez, both of Lubbock, Texas; two sisters, Ramona Alvarado and husband Fred of Lubbock, Texas, and Rosalinda Ramos and husband Antonio of Odessa, Texas; and three grandchildren. 

For the Week of June 5- June 11, 2022

JANICE SMITH

Funeral services for Janice Smith, age 77 of Denver City, Texas will be held Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Church of the Nazarene with Jacky Howard officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Memorial Chapel of Denver City, in association with Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.   Janice Smith was born June 27, 1944 in Tucson, Arizona to Jewel (Williamson) and Jack Cooper. She married Doyle Smith in Elko, Nevada August 4, 1987. She was a very outspoken woman who never met a stranger and always wanted to help others. She enjoyed gardening and jigsaw puzzles; she especially loved her grandchildren.  Janice Smith passed away in Lubbock, Texas at the Lubbock Heart Hospital June 3, 2022. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Doyle Smith in May 2020. She is survived by one son, Jacky Howard and wife Sharee of Lubbock, Texas; three daughters, Traci Garner and husband Shelby of Denver City, Texas, Melissa Baker and husband Bo of Midland, Texas, and Shana Smith and partner Jim Hunnicutt of Denver City, Texas; one brother, Randy Tirrell and wife Tina of Denver City, Texas, eleven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.  

EASTON GARZA

Funeral services for Easton Axyl Garza, age 10 of Seminole, Texas will be held Friday, June 10, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church with Pastor Charlie Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.  Easton Garza was born February 14, 2012 in Edinburg, Texas to Stephanie Ramirez and Eduardo Aaron Garza. Easton lovingly called Axyl was the sweetest soul you could ever meet. Axyl aspired to be a doctor. He enjoyed playing video games and listening to music; he also had a great love for food and he critiqued each meal. His greatest love was the love that he had for his big sister. Easton and his sister Eden were inseparable.   Easton Garza passed away Saturday, June 4, 2022 from injuries sustained in an auto accident. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Marie (Dupre) Craddock; and his sister, Eden Ashtyn Garza. He is survived by his father, Eduardo Garza of Edinburg, Texas; his mother, Stephanie Ramirez and Toby Shain of Seminole, Texas; one sister, Mia Riley Aguilar of San Angelo, Texas; his aunt, Priscilla Ramirez and husband Marco Armenta of San Angelo, Texas; paternal grandparents, Tony and Janie Garza of Edinburg, Texas; maternal grandfather, Ricardo Ramirez and wife Janie of Edinburg, Texas; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.    

EDEN GARZA

Funeral services for Eden Ashtyn Garza, age 11 of Seminole, Texas will be held Friday, June 10, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church with Pastor Charlie Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.  Eden Garza was born October 20, 2010 in McAllen, Texas to Stephanie Ramirez and Eduardo Aaron Garza. Eden aspired to be a fashion designer. She loved everything fashion, she inherited that from her Queen (grandma); she was a self proclaimed social media expert and loved dancing and playing sports. What she loved the most was her baby brother, and was always very protective of him.   Eden Garza passed away Saturday, June 4, 2022 from injuries sustained in an auto accident. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Marie (Dupre) Craddock; and her brother, Easton Axyl Garza. She is survived by her father, Eduardo Garza of Edinburg, Texas; her mother, Stephanie Ramirez and Toby Shain of Seminole, Texas; one sister, Mia Riley Aguilar of San Angelo, Texas; her aunt, Priscilla Ramirez and husband Marco Armenta of San Angelo, Texas; paternal grandparents, Tony and Janie Garza of Edinburg, Texas; maternal grandfather, Ricardo Ramirez and wife Janie of Edinburg, Texas; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

MARIE CRADDOCK

Graveside services for Marie Craddock, of Seminole, Texas will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Gaines County Cemetery with Pastor Gilbert Ramirez officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.  Mrs. Craddock was born August 21 in Fabens, Texas to Ramona (Astorga) and Juan Lopez. She married Donald Craddock January 28, 2022. She was a devout Christian. Marie could light up a room with her presence; she was an elegant woman who enjoyed shopping, and reading, and singing. She was a fashionista who was always prompt, a great advisor, and an amazing woman. Our Queen loved her grandchildren dearly.  

Marie Craddock passed away Saturday, June 4, 2022 from injuries received in an auto accident in Dawson County. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one son, one sister, one brother, She is survived by her husband Don Craddock of Orlando, Florida; two daughters, Priscilla Ramirez and husband Marco of San Angelo, Texas and Stephanie Ramirez of Seminole, Texas; one stepdaughter, Tracy Craddock of Orlando, Florida; three brothers, Ramon Lopez of Lubbock, Texas, Juan Lopez, Jr., of Plains, Texas and Richard Lopez of Seminole, Texas; five sisters, Rosa Madrid of Hatch, Texas, Alicia Ramos of Las Vegas, Nevada, Angela Lopez of Colorado, Cindy Lopez of Kansas and Elvira Villarreal of Seminole, Texas; and five grandchildren.   

For the Week of May 29 - June 4, 2022

ZACHERY QUINN BACON, SR.

Zachery Quinn Bacon, Sr. was born on April 23, 1958 in Andrews, Texas to Gayle Bacon and Flo McGuire. He was raised in Seminole, Texas and graduated with the class of 1976. Quinn was a man of many talents. He was named “Most Talented Boy’ in school. His love for music began at the age of ten. He could play many instruments, including the harmonica, drums, and guitar. Quinn created the bands “On The Run” and “The Rowdy Bacon Band.” He owned and operated two paint and body shops where he spent the majority of his time restoring classic cars. He was a prankster and had a laugh unlike anyone else.

Quinn is survived by his children, Melanie Wade and husband Jason of Seminole, Jamie Campbell and husband Andre of Seminole, and Zachery Bacon, Jr. of Wichita Falls, Texas. He has nine grandchildren. He is also survived by three sisters, Becky German and husband Keithel of Seminole, Shalea Addison and husband Clint of Seminole, and Sunny Coats and husband Kevin of Seminole. Additionally, he leaves behind many nephews, nieces, and friends. 

Quinn is preceded in death by his parents, Gayle Bacon and Flo Singleton, and one brother, Terry Cox.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Transformation Church, beginning at 10:30 a.m.

FRANZ LOEWEN

Funeral services for Franz Loewen, age 72 of Denver City, Texas will be held Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Sommerfeld Mennonite Church with Pastor Isaak Fehr officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.

Franz Loewen was born January 21, 1950 in Mexico to Katharina (Klassen) and Franz Loewen, and was baptized May 30, 1971. He married Helena Friesen in Mexico on July 4, 1971 and celebrated fifty wonderful years of marriage as of July 4, 2021. He adored his grandchildren and loved his family dearly; he enjoyed giving his grandchildren tractor rides and always had gum in his pocket for them. He loved the holidays and having his entire family come visit. His passion was ranching, where he and his wife spent most of their time together working on the farm and raising cattle. He also spent many years working in construction. He was a member of Sommerfeld Mennonite Church and enjoyed spending time with his church family. Franz was loved by many and a friend to everyone.

Franz Loewen passed away at his home peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, May 29, 2022. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by one son, one daughter, two brothers, and one sister. He is survived by his wife, Helena Loewen of Seminole; four sons, Pete Loewen and wife Tina of Seminole, and John Loewen and wife Becca, George Loewen and wife Trichelle, and Willie Loewen and wife Kristi, all of Abilene, Texas; five daughters, Anna Peters and husband Neil of Lubbock, Texas, Lena Reimer and husband Johnny of Shallowater, Texas, and Eva Loewen and husband Tom, Tina Siemens and husband Jonathan, and Susie Fehr and husband Jake, all of Seminole, Texas; one brother, John Loewen and wife Mary of Canada; seven sisters, Helena Peters and husband Willie, Tina Fehr and husband Jake, Sara Thiessen and husband Abe, and Susan Peters and husband Peter, all of Canada, and Margaret Guenther and husband Cornelius, Lisa Wall and husband Jake, and Mary Friesen and husband John, all of Mexico; and 25 grandchildren.

BOB CLARK

Funeral services for Bob Clark, age 89 of Seminole, Texas will be held Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at West Side Church of Christ, with Ray Young officiating and David Williams assisting. A private family burial will follow. All services are under the direction Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole. The family requests in lieu of flowers, please make donations to Wounded Warriors Project.

Bobby Claude Clark was born in Littlefield, Texas on October 5, 1932 to Wanda (Honea) and Claude T. Clark. He attended Texas Tech University and played football there in 1950. Bob served his country in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1956, during the Korean War, then returned and married Vicky Jo Thompson on January 2, 1960 in Seminole. They moved from Lubbock to Seminole in 1966.

Bob was always extremely civic-minded. He served the city on both the City Council and later as Mayor of Seminole in the 1970s. During that time, he was instrumental in helping the Mennonite people to locate in Seminole in 1977. He always cared deeply for Seminole and Gaines County.

Bob continued to serve his community as well as his church. He was an elder at West Side Church of Christ for 25 years, and was the owner of Bob Clark Financial Services in Seminole for many years. 

Bob Clark went to be with the Lord on May 29, 2022. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one sister. Bob is survived by his wife, Vicky of Seminole; two sons, John Mark Clark of Abilene, Texas and James Matthew Clark and wife Cindy of Dallas, Texas; one daughter, Ginger Marie McGovern of Seminole; one brother, James Thomas Clark and wife Elaine of Amarillo, Texas, and one granddaughter, Haylea Breann McGovern of Seminole.

JIMMY FISHER

Graveside services for Jimmy Fisher, age 79 of Seminole, Texas will be held Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Gaines County Cemetery, with Pastor Jase Waller officiating. The family will greet visitors on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at the funeral home from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. All services are under the direction Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole.

Jimmy Mack Fisher was born February 19, 1943 to Alfa Merle (Clark) and Johnny Preston Fisher in Lovington, New Mexico. Jimmy served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, serving mostly in Japan. He was stationed aboard the attack aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea, which operated as a unit in the Seventh Fleet, Western Pacific. He married Betty Lambert August 10, 1964 in Seminole and was married for over fifty years; together they owned and operated Jimmy’s Carpet for over 30 years.

Jimmy loved to fish and hunt; he also enjoyed pulling pranks and socializing with everyone. He was a member of the Seminole Volunteer Fire Department for many years, serving as Fire Department Chief for part of those years. He was Christian and an avid sports fan. He loved his eight granddaughters dearly, and called them weekly to remind them how much they were loved. 

Jimmy Fisher passed away at his residence in Seminole on Sunday, May 29, 2022. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Betty in 2015; one son, Jimmy Ron Fisher in 2015; and one sister, Fern Bingham in 2019. He is survived by two daughters, Rhonda Tabor and husband Rustin of Slaton, Texas, and Riki Jones and husband Randy of Seminole; one sister, Johnnie Jean McNew and husband Jerry of Snyder, Texas; one half-brother, Billy Mounce and wife Shandy of Leesville, Louisiana; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

For the Week of May 22 - May 28, 2022

MARTIN ALFONSO PONCE, SR.

Funeral services for Martin Alfonso Ponce, Sr., age 54 of Dumas, Texas formerly of Seminole will be held Monday, May 23, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Transformation Church with Pastor Noe Molina officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.  Mr. Ponce was born October 30, 1967 in Mexico to Guadalupe (Villalobos) and Ismael Ponce. He moved from Mexico in 1986 and worked for Nolen H. Brunson from 1992 to 2014. He later started his own construction company called Ponce Construction; he was always a hard working man. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being around his family. Martin had a contagious smile and was known as a jack of all trades.  Martin Ponce, Sr. passed away at his home in Dumas, Texas Wednesday, May 18, 2022. He is preceded in death by one brother, Ramon Ponce in 2009. He is survived by his wife, Cecy Marquez of Dumas, Texas; one son, Martin Alfonso Ponce, Jr. of Seminole, Texas; two daughters, Erika Carrillo and Maribel Fernandez and husband Uziel, both of Seminole, Texas; his parents, Ismael and Guadalupe Ponce of Mexico;   the mother of his children, Rose Mary Ponce of Seminole, Texas; one stepson, Ervey Almanza and wife Brandi of Amarillo, Texas; two stepdaughters, Ashley  Borunda and husband Manuel and Irene Delgado and husband Jace, both of Dumas, Texas; two brothers, Chumel Ponce and wife Nora and Rojelio Ponce and wife Katy, both of Hobbs, New Mexico; six sisters, Mague Ponce, Martha Ponce, Guadalupe Ponce, Norma Ponce, Dolores Ponce and Claudia Ponce, all of Mexico; and ten grandchildren.  

JUAN RAMIREZ, SR.

Funeral Mass for Juan Ramirez, Sr. age 89 of Seminole, Texas will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 28, 2022 at St. James Catholic Church with Father Jose De Dios Gonzalez officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. Rosary will be held Friday, May 27, 2022 at St. James Catholic Church from 7 to 8 p.m. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.  Mr. Ramirez was born March 30, 1933 in Ft. Stockton, Texas to Augustina (Olvera) and Crescencio Ramirez. He married Eva (Soto) in Seminole, Texas on March 31, 2008. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church and worked for the State of Texas Highway Department. In his spare time, Mr. Ramirez enjoyed working outside in his yard, taking long drives alone in his truck, spending time with his family and friends, and barbequing, he also enjoyed watching old western movies.  Juan Ramirez, Sr. passed away at his home Tuesday, May 24, 2022. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Maria Ramirez in 1994; his second wife, Eva Ramirez in 2018; one son, Samuel Ramirez in 2010; three brothers, Pascual Ramirez, Francisco Ramirez, and Rey Ramirez; two sisters, Petra Mejia, and Severa Hernandez; and one grandson, Samuel Ramirez. He is survived by three sons, Ernest Ramirez and wife Claudia, Juan Ramirez, Jr., and David Ramirez and wife Laura, all of Temple, Texas; two daughters, Rita Ramirez of Seminole, Texas, and Ellie Ramirez of El Dorado, Texas; two brothers, Jose Ramirez of Ft. Stockton, Texas, and Jesse Ramirez and wife Elida of Hillsboro, Texas; two sisters, Tomasa Ramos and husband Lorenzo of Seminole, Texas, and Mary Rodriguez and husband Armando of Seguin, Texas; 26 grandchildren and 48 great-grandchildren.  

For the Week of May 15 - May 21, 2022

HELEN FRIESEN

Funeral services for Helena Friesen, age 59 of Seminole, Texas will be held Monday, May 16, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Seminole Community Center with Elder David Koren officiating and Elder Ben Benson assisting. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Friesen was born August 31, 1962 in Mexico to Maria (Klassen) and Peter Reimer. She married Peter Friesen in Mexico on July 26, 1981. They moved to Oklahoma in February 1987 and in 1988 they moved to Tarzan, Texas. In 1996 they settled in Seminole and made their life here. She was a Jehovah’s Witness and a homemaker. She loved working outside and adored her children and grandchildren. Nothing made her happier than having all her children and grandchildren at home sharing a meal together and reading the bible. 

Helena Friesen ended her fight and finished the race with deep abiding faith on Friday, May 13, 2022 at her home in Seminole, Texas after ending a four-year battle with cancer. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one brother and one sister. She is survived by her husband, Peter Friesen of Seminole; four sons, William Friesen and wife Lena, Corni Friesen and wife Susie, Franz Friesen and wife Tina, and Henry Friesen and wife Nancy, all of Seminole; one daughter, Eva Friesen of Seminole; four brothers, Cornelius Reimer and wife Anna, Peter Reimer and wife Lisa, Frank Reimer and wife Lee Ann of Seminole, and John Reimer and wife Margie of Canada; five sisters, Lisa Enns, and Maria Schmitt and husband Abraham, both of Mexico, Greta Rempel and husband Wilhelm, and Anna Friesen and husband Henry, both of Seminole, and Tina Wiebe and husband Henry of Tarzan, Texas; and 20 grandchildren.

For the Week of May 8 - May 14, 2022

MARIA AGUILERA

Funeral services for Maria Aguilera, age 98 of Andrews, Texas will be held Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Aguilera was born April 3, 1924 in Mexico to Emilia (Saucedo) and Nestor Duarte. She married Pedro Aguilera, Sr. She was a member of Church of Christ and a homemaker. Maria loved working in cotton fields, gardening, sewing, and crocheting. She was known for making her tamales and salsa.

Maria Aguilera passed away May 6, 2022 at her residence in Andrews, Texas. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Pedro Aguilera, Sr. in 2008; one son, three brothers, and one sister. She is survived by one son, Pedro Aguilera, Jr. of Pearsall, Texas; one daughter, San Juana Quezada and husband Gabriel of Andrews, Texas; one brother, Candelario Duarte of Mexico; two sisters, Amelia Duarte, and Alicia Duarte and husband Manuel, both of Mexico; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

KIMBERLY WIEBE

  Funeral services for Kimberly Wiebe, age 25 of Seminole, Texas will be held Friday, May 13, 2022 at Transformation Church at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor John Fehr officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.


Ms. Wiebe was born in Seminole on September 13, 1996 to Amber (Allen) and John Wiebe. She was a Christian and worked as a cashier. Kimberly loved being different than other people and had a passion for music and makeup. She loved everyone and always tried to help people; she especially loved her cats.


Kimberly passed away at her home in Seminole Saturday, May 7, 2022. She is survived by her parents, John and Amber Wiebe of Seminole; three brothers, Jonathan Wiebe and wife Abigail, Nicholas Wiebe, and Adrian Wiebe, all of Seminole; paternal grandparents, Heinrich and Maria Wiebe of Seminole; and her maternal grandmother, Judy Allen of Seminole. 

For the Week of May 1 - May 7, 2022

JACK MOORE

Graveside services for Jackie Dean Moore, age 62 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Friday, May 6, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Gaines County Cemetery, with Rev. Bobby Bates officiating and Myrdise Durham assisting. Services will be under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole.

Jack was born September 17, 1959 in Seminole to Gen (Pierce) and Joe Moore. He graduated from Seminole High School in 1978, and went on to serve in the U.S. Navy during peace time aboard submarines. Jack was truly a jack-of-all-trades; he could fix anything and if he couldn’t fix it, he would build it. He enjoyed electronics and motors of all kinds. He served on Seminole Volunteer Fire Department for many years. He pioneered the Mobile Command Unit, and helped to start the Gaines County CERT organization. He was also gifted in radio operation and was a licensed ham radio operator. Before retiring, he worked as the Assistant Emergency Operations Manager. 

Jack was a great friend, an excellent teacher, and generous with his time; he would do anything for anyone. He loved music, especially country. He was a good singer and was able to play any instrument if you gave him a little time. He was stubborn and hard headed, but you could not ask for a better friend. He had a terrific sense of humor and a strong belief in God. He will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.

Jackie Moore passed away on Friday, April 29, 2022 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. He is preceded in death by his grandparents. He is survived by his mother, Gen Anderson and husband Butch of Seminole; his father Joe Moore of Midkiff, Texas; and one special friend who was like a brother, Tom Jenkins and wife Elsa of Seminole, as well as many, many dear friends. 

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