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.
Funeral Mass for Manuel O. Ramirez, age 82 of Seminole, Texas, will be celebrated Thursday, September 12, 2024 at St. James Catholic Church beginning at 10:00 a.m. with Father Joseph Thanavelil officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Ramirez was born in Mexico on January 8, 1942 to Petra (Lerma) and Ignacio C. Ramirez. He married Oralia Salas on August 24, 1968 in Plains, Texas, and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Ramirez was a veteran; he served his country in the U.S. Army during the Viet Nam war.
Manuel O. Ramirez had a lot of joy in his life. He adored spending time with his family and barbecuing. He also enjoyed working in his yard. He found a lot of pleasure in music and dancing, as well as horse racing. Manuel loved his church and reading the bible.
Manuel O. Ramirez passed away at his home in Seminole on Friday, September 6, 2024. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Oralia, in 1993; one brother, Jessie Ramirez and two sisters, Andrea Martinez and Gloria Gonzalez. He is survived by one son, Ignacio Ramirez of Seminole; one daughter, Rachel Johnson and husband Chris of Tulsa, Oklahoma; two sisters, Josie De Hoyos and husband Oscar of Kilgore, Texas, and Janie Hernandez of Austin, Texas; and three grandchildren, Kyly Navarro, Darian Johnson, and Matthew Johnson.
The family would like to express their deep appreciation to Manuel’s caregiver, Emma Garcia, and a special thanks to his hospice caregivers, Mallorie and Kellie.
Funeral services for David Giesbrecht, age 68 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Old Colony Mennonite Church with Bishop Peter Janzen officiating. Burial will follow in Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Giesbrecht was born January 11, 1956 in Mexico, the son of Helena (Dyck) and Jacob Giesbrecht. He married Sara Redecop on July 13, 1975 in Ontario, Canada and worked as a self-employed carpenter. He was a member of Old Colony Mennonite Church. He had lived in Seminole since 1977, moving from Canada.
David Giesbrecht was a man who put his whole heart into whatever he was doing. He enjoyed farming and fishing; he loved horses. He was also a generous man, available for anyone who needed him at any time. David was a man of few words, but whenever he spoke, it was set in stone. He loved his family dearly.
David Giesbrecht passed away Monday, September 2, 2024 at his home, surrounded by family. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers, four sisters, and one grandson. He is survived by his wife, Sara Giesbrecht of Seminole; five sons, William Giesbrecht and wife Christina, Artie Giesbrecht and wife Sara, Joseph Giesbrecht and wife Mary, Phillip Giesbrecht and wife Kathi, and David Giesbrecht, all of Seminole; three daughters, Susie Klassen and husband Henry, Anna Froese and husband Isaac, and Lena Froese and husband Abraham, all of Seminole; four brothers, George Giesbrecht and wife Agatha of Canada, John Giesbrecht and wife Tina of Canada, Jacob Giesbrecht and wife Helena of Paris, Texas, and Abe Giesbrecht and wife Mary of Canada; three sisters, Anne Fehr, Sara Braun and husband Abe, and Lena Wiebe and husband Frank, all of Canada; 30 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services for Gustavo Nunez of Andrews, Texas, will be held Friday, September 6, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Seminole, Texas with Rev. Philip Pasupil officiating. Burial will follow in Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Gustavo was the infant son of Diana (Carrillo) and Joel Nuñez. He was born Sunday, September 1, 2024 and passed away the same day. Gustavo is preceded in death by one brother. He is survived by his parents, Diana and Joel Nuñez of Andrews; one brother, Emilio, and two sisters, Delilah and Jimena, all of the home; his maternal grandparents, Maria and Miguel Carrillo of Seminole; and his paternal grandparents, Lorena and Ramiro Nuñez, also of Seminole.
Funeral services for Joselito Franco Diaz, age 58 of Seminole, Texas, will be celebrated Monday, September 9, 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.
Joe Diaz was born in Portales, New Mexico on December 8, 1965 to Rosaemma (Franco) and Jesus Diaz. He married Rebeca Villalva Alvarado in Seminole in 2003. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church and worked at Triton Enertech in Seminole; he was also a skilled welder for many years. Joe proudly served in the United States Army. He was always a very loving, kind, easygoing, and quiet man. He enjoyed telling a few jokes now and then, and gave his all for his family. Joe enjoyed watching football and baseball games at home with his wife and family; he also liked to read books and help his Uncle Chemo at his rancho.
Joe Diaz passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his mother and a sister, Yolanda. He is survived by his wife, Becky Alvarado of Seminole; his father, Jesus Diaz of Midland, Texas; one daughter, Yajaira, of Hobbs, New Mexico; two sisters, Maria Saenz and husband Noel of Midland, and Elizabeth Diaz of Albuquerque, New Mexico; two brothers, Ismael Diaz of Odessa, Texas, and Manuel Diaz and wife Adela of Lovington, New Mexico; one stepson, Jason Alvarado and partner Kristin Arriola of Austin, Texas; two stepdaughters, Christina Ruiz and husband George of Seminole, and Katrina Elfadel and husband Simo of Houston, Texas; and seven grandchildren, Aaleyah, Kenleigh, Gracelyn, Roman, Ethan, Ryan, and Sarah, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and lots of great friends. Joe will be loved and missed by all who knew him.
A memorial for Velia Gutierrez, age 60 of Lubbock, Texas, and formerly of Seminole will be scheduled by the family at a later date.
Ms. Gutierrez was born in Seminole, Texas on August 1, 1964 to Gregoria (Guerra) and Francisco Gonzalez. She was a Catholic and worked for Aramark as a cafeteria manager for over 20 years. She was a very loving woman who enjoyed being with her grandchildren every chance she could. She was an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan, even though her family members were all Dallas Cowboy fans. Velia enjoyed listening to the Spanish band La Mafia.
Velia Gutierrez passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024 at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by two sisters. She is survived by her partner, Raul Garza of Lubbock; one son, Frankie Gutierrez of Lubbock; two daughters, Olivia Michelle Gutierrez and Diana Gutierrez, both of Lubbock; one brother, Francisco Gonzalez of Buda, Texas; and seven grandchildren.
Funeral services for Caleb Unger, age 9 months of Seminole, Texas, will be held Sunday, September 1, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Reinlander Mennonite Church with Jake Rempel officiating, Burial will follow at Reinlander Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Caleb Unger was born in Lubbock, Texas on November 2, 2023 to Aganetha Fehr and Guillermo Unger, one of a set of triplets. Caleb passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024 at Covenant Woman’s and Children Hospital in Lubbock, Texas. He is preceded in death by one brother, Angel Unger in 2023. He is survived by his parents, Aganetha Fehr and Guillermo Unger of Seminole; one brother, Cody Unger of the home; two sisters, Jessica Unger and Rebecca Unger of the home; maternal grandparents, Jacob and Aganetha Fehr of Lamesa, Texas; paternal grandparents, Pedro and Sara Unger of Seminole; maternal great-grandmother, Anna Fehr of Seminole; and paternal great-grandmother, Anna Fehr of Mexico.
Funeral services for Tori Valverde, age 55 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Transformation Church with Pastor Tod Delay officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Tori Jezisek Valverde was born March 11, 1969 in Lubbock, Texas, the second daughter to Patricia (Westmoreland) and Joe Jezisek. She graduated from Levelland High School, and then from Lubbock Christian University with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree. Her family called her a professional student, always finding a class to take and something new to try, whether in school or the latest makeup. She taught in several schools from California to Texas over 17 years; she led Kelley Elementary in Denver City and Seminole Primary as Assistant Principal for a combined 10 years. She was known to be very influential with both students and staff. Her passion was loving kids, especially the ones who had the most struggles.
Tori loved her many friends and was always up for an adventure, ready to pack up and go on a dime. She was funny and known for her wit and beautiful smile. She loved her family fiercely; they were her world, but above all she had fallen in love with Jesus. She was an active member of Transformation Church where she served in children’s ministry, the prayer team, and host teams.
Tori Valverde passed away Saturday, August 10, 2024 at her residence. She is preceded in death by her dad, Joe. She is survived by two daughters, Abbi Prothro of Lubbock and Shaylyn Thomas and husband Dustin of Wolfforth, Texas; three grandchildren, Reese, Grant, and Brody Kristinek; her mother, Patricia Patrick and husband Jim of Littlefield, Texas; one sister, Sheree Kline and husband Stephen of Eastland, Texas; and one niece, Chelsey Little and husband Justin, and children Stayden, Laken, and Brexten of Gorman, Texas.
Funeral services for Aron Guenter, age 49 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Monday, August 19, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Community Church with Pastor Dave Klassen officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Guenter was born in Mexico on November 24, 1974 to Maria (Neufeld) and David Guenter. He was a member of Community Church and worked in construction. Aron enjoyed cooking for his family, working on old tractors, fishing, being outdoors, watching old John Wayne movies, and eating his Kellogg’s Corn Flakes. He was always outgoing and friendly; he especially enjoyed meeting new people.
Aron Guenter passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by three sons, Johnny Guenter, Daniel Guenter, and Branden Guenter, all of Seminole; two daughters, Helen Neustaeter and husband Frank, and Annie Guenter, both of Seminole; five brothers, Klass Guenter of Mexico, David Guenter and wife Maria of Canada, Peter Guenter and wife Tina of New Mexico, John Ginter and wife Maria of Seminole, and Jacob Guenter and wife Anna of Canada; and five sisters, Anna Thiessen and husband Cornelius, and Maria Giesbrecht and husband Peter, both of Mexico, Tina Giesbrecht and husband Jacob of Meadow, Texas, Aganetha Loewen and husband Gerhard, and Helena Enns and husband Peter, both of Seminole.
Funeral services for Carlos Reazola, age 64 of Seagraves, Texas, will be held Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church in Seagraves with Father Jose De Dios Gonzales officiating. Rosary will be held at Boyer Funeral Home Tuesday, August 6, 2024 from 6 to 7 p.m. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Reazola was born in Mexico on February 20, 1960 to Juanita Reazola. He married Ardis Smith in Concord, California in 2010. He was a Catholic and worked as a welder for a variety of companies, both in Mexico and El Paso. He had lived in Seagraves for three years, moving from from California. He was a very friendly, loving, and humble man, always wanting to help others. Even though he didn’t have much, he shared what he had with anyone who needed it. He never had children of his own, but he loved them dearly; he even made sure to have candy in his pockets at church to give to the children. Carlos was always very forgiving and never held a grudge; he didn’t like confrontation, so he led a peaceful life.
Carlos Reazola passed away at his home in Seagraves Saturday, August 3, 2024. He is preceded in death by his wife Ardis Reazola, his mother, and one sister. He is survived by three nephews, Jorge Rivera of El Paso, Texas, Eduardo Yañez of Kansas City, Missouri, and Oscar Granados of Seminole, Texas; four nieces, Norma Casas and husband Francisco, and Dora Conde and husband David, both of Seagraves, Texas, Alma Gonzales and husband Ricky of Andrews, Texas, and Gloria Granados of Seagraves Texas; two sisters, Gloria Granados and husband Jose of Seagraves, Texas, and Patricia Reazola of Juarez, Mexico; one brother, Hector Rivera of Juarez, Mexico; 13 great-nieces and nephews, and 12 great-great nieces and nephews.
Graveside services for Jorge Rangel, age 65 of Seagraves, Texas, will be held Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at Gaines County Cemetery in Seagraves with Pastor Gilbert Ramirez officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Rangel was born in Laredo, Texas on May 27, 1959 to Maria (Esperanza) and Enrique Rangel. Jorge loved playing bingo, going to casinos, picking up cans, and recycling. He was always a very happy man. The family would like to say a special thanks to West Texas Center, Seminole Memorial Health Care Center, Seminole Memorial Hospital, and to his roommates at West Texas Center, Martin Rivas and Bonnie Pope.
Jorge Rangel passed away Monday, August 5, 2024 at Memorial Health Care Center in Seminole. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by one uncle, Lorenzo Mares and wife Juanita of Colorado; one aunt, Antonia Kombucha of Plainview, Texas; two cousins, Ruben Gonzales and wife Nancy, and Mary Villanueva and husband Fidel, both of Seminole; and numerous other cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Funeral services for Jana Hensley, age 71 of Seminole, Texas will be held Monday, August 12, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church with Pastor Vance Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home. Her family has provided the following obituary.
Jana Lynn Holmes was born August 3, 1953, in Seminole, Texas, to Jewel & Jim Holmes. She grew up in Seminole, Texas, and graduated Seminole High School in 1971. She met and married Melvin Hensley on January 8th, 1972. They lived in Odessa, Texas, where they raised their son, Blake. She was a receptionist at a physician’s office for 10 years, then worked in various roles for the Boy Scouts of America in Odessa/Midland from 1992-2011, where she was most proud of her work organizing camps at the Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch near Fort Davis and she cherished the friendships made through the connections she had with co-workers, scout leaders, and scouts. She was an avid lover of animals and Elvis Presley. She also deeply loved her sisters, nieces, and nephews.
Jana Lynn Hensley passed away on August 6th, 2024, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jewel & Jim Holmes; her husband, Melvin Hensley; one grandson, Riley Hensley; one niece, Michelle Banman; one great-niece, Kimberly Wiebe; and her sister-in-law, Joann Eaves.
She is survived by son, Blake Hensley and wife Heather; and two grandsons, Fisher and Hudson Hensley, all of Krum, Texas; two sisters, Judy Allen, and Jeri Lynch of Seminole; one sister-in-law, Connie Isner and husband Chuck of Odessa; five nieces, Chloe Lynch and Amber Wiebe and husband John, both of Seminole, Heather Awbrey and husband Brandon of Abilene, Tabitha Carter of Seminole, and Jennifer Vought of Odessa; two nephews, Shannon Allen and wife Jeanette of Seminole, and Johnathon Vought and wife Sabrina of Longmont, Colorado; as well as numerous great nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express their profound gratitude to all the extended family, friends, and caretakers who were part of Jana’s life and part of her support system as she progressed through her disease.
Funeral services for Peter Klassen, age 79 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Mennonite Fellowship Church with Pastor Frank Schmitt officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Klassen was born in Mexico on April 12, 1945 to Susana (Dyck) and Jacob Klassen. He was a member of Grace Mennonite Fellowship Church and worked in construction. He co-owned Gaines County Carpentry and Construction with his brother-in-law, George Wiebe. He was a hard working man, and was always very generous to donate his time. Peter enjoyed taking trips to California every Christmas to see his grandchildren; he also enjoyed playing dominos in his spare time.
Peter Klassen passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Memorial Health Care Center in Seminole. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one brother. He is survived by two sons, Johnny Klassen of Colorado City, Texas, and Steven Klassen of Seminole; one daughter, Kristina Steverson of California; five brothers, Jacob Klassen and wife Mary, Corney Klassen and wife Aganetha, Abe Klassen and wife Margaret, and Ben Klassen, all of Canada, and John Klassen, of Seminole; two sisters, Netty Neudorf and Susan Wiebe, both of Seminole; and three grandchildren, Mylah Steverson, Averie Steverson, and Mays Steverson.
Funeral services for Juan “Johnny” Garza, age 71 of Denver City, Texas, will be held Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Seminole, Texas with Pastor Gilbert Ramirez officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Memorial Chapel of Denver City, in association with Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole.
Mr. Garza was born in Seminole on January 7, 1953 to Lydia (Villarreal) and Vivian Garza, Jr. He married Rose Mary Gomez in Seminole on June 14, 2000. He was a Christian and worked in the oilfield. He enjoyed talking about God and telling anyone he could. He had a great sense of humor and always tried to help others. Johnny enjoyed collecting coins, and owned a snow cone truck called The Blue Star.
Johnny Garza passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024 at his home in Denver City, Texas. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by four brothers and five sisters. He is survived by his wife, Rose Mary Garza of Denver City; three sons, Juan Manuel Garza, Jr. and wife Blanca of Santa Maria, California, Gabriel Garcia and wife Keri of Lubbock, Texas, and Rocky Garza of Hobbs, New Mexico; seven daughters, Heriverta Garza of Palm Dale, California, Michelle Garza of Oklahoma, Isabella Garza of Denver City, Frances Garza and husband Sam of Lubbock, Texas, Mary Ann Madrid and husband Cesar of Lovington, New Mexico, Gabrielle Martinez and husband Jose of Ft. Worth, Texas, and Ysabel Garza of California; four brothers, Sammy Garza and wife Monica, Henry Garza and wife Dora, and Joe Garza, all of Hobbs, New Mexico, and LeRoy Garza of Lovington, New Mexico; five sisters, Oralia Medina and husband Andrew, Rachel Ortega, Yolanda Adalco and husband Jose, and Brenda Garza, all of Hobbs, New Mexico, and Senaida Castillo of Big Spring, Texas; 42 grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.
Funeral services for Herman Hildebrand, age 44 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Monday, July 15, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Sommerfeld Mennonite Church with Pastor Isaak Fehr officiating and Pastor Dennis Adams assisting. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Hildebrand was born in Mexico on December 3, 1979 to Sara (Fehr) and Abraham Hildebrand. He married Sahra Neufeld in Seminole, Texas on August 11, 2007. He was a member of Sommerfeld Mennonite Church and worked in agriculture and irrigation. Herman was a people person and never knew a stranger; he always loved helping his friends and family. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, going to semi-truck, shows and reading his bible. He was a man of strong faith.
Herman Hildebrand passed away in Dublin, Texas on Saturday, July 6, 2024. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by one brother, Abraham Hildebrand. He is survived by his wife, Sahra Hildebrand of Seminole; one son, Dedrick Hildebrand of Seminole; one daughter, Katelyn Hildebrand of Seminole; five brothers, Jacob Hildebrand and wife Aganetha of Mexico, Benjamin Hildebrand and wife Elizabeth of Morton, Texas, Isack Hildebrand and wife Tina of Seminole, John Hildebrand and wife Sara of Brownfield, Texas, and Peter Hildebrand and wife Lisa of New Mexico; six sisters, Susana Friesen and husband Klas of Belize, Margareta Martens and husband Abram of Mexico, Sara Wiebe and husband Jacob of Mexico, Katarina Peters and husband Peter of Brownfield, Texas, Maria Loewen and husband Peter, and Anna Wieler and husband Cornelius, both of Seminole..
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