Funeral services for Simon Perez, age 65 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Monday, November 27, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at First Assembly of God with Pastor Tony Pitcox officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.
Mr. Perez was born February 18, 1958, in Austin, Texas to Anita (Rodriguez) and Pedro Perez. He married Tina Kelly in Seminole, Texas, and he worked in the oilfield for ten years. Simon was known for making necklaces and bracelets as well as earrings. He loved the outdoors and campfires. Simon also loved and enjoyed playing with his grandchildren.
Simon Perez passed away November 22, 2023, at his home in Seminole, Texas. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Tina, two brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his daughter, Kristin Le Blanc and husband Kenneth of Seminole, Texas; six brothers, Pete Perez of Seminole, Texas, Paul Perez and girlfriend Dianna of Seminole, Texas, David Perez and wife Deanna of Seminole, Texas, Harry Perez of Seminole, Texas Oscar Perez of Odessa, Texas, and Adrian Perez of Midland, Texas; three sisters, Rosie Rocha of Seminole, Texas, Emilda Perez of Seminole, Texas, and Patt Perez and wife Amber of Seminole, Texas; and three grandchildren, Kamryn LeBlanc, Kynzee LeBlanc, and Korbyn LeBlanc, all of Seminole, Texas.
Funeral Mass for Lydia Rocha, age 85 of Seminole, Texas, will be celebrated Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church with Father Jose De Dios Gonzalez officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. Rosary will be held Wednesday, November 29, 2023 from 7 to 8 p.m. at St. James Catholic Church. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mrs. Rocha was born July 13, 1938 in Victoria, Texas to Victoria (Torres) and Pedro Ramirez. She married Martin Rocha, Sr. in Tahoka, Texas on May 28, 1958. She was a Catholic and a homemaker. Lydia enjoyed listening to music and dancing. She was a very caring and loving woman who always put her family first; and loved her life.
Lydia Rocha passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023 at Memorial Health Care Center in Seminole. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Martin Rocha, Sr. in 1996; one daughter, three brothers, and two sisters. She is survived by two sons, Martin Rocha, Jr. of San Antonio, Texas, and Fabian Rocha and wife Mary of Seminole; two daughters, Jenny Jimenez and husband David, and Louann Rocha, both of Seminole; one sister, Victoria Garza and husband Santos of Denver City, Texas; 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services for Patricia Dearing, age 68 of Lubbock, Texas, will be held Friday, November 17, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Boyer Memorial Chapel in Denver City with Pastor Vance Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at Denver City Memorial Park. All services are under the direction of Boyer Memorial Chapel of Denver City in association with Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.
Ms. Dearing was born November 14, 1954 in Denver City, Texas to Opal (Duke) and Denver Dearing. Patricia had been disabled for the majority of her life due to an illness and lived at the Lubbock State School and Living Center. She was a beloved daughter.
Patricia Dearing passed away Monday, November 13, 2023 at Lubbock State School and Living Center in Lubbock, Texas. She is survived by her parents, Denver and Opal Dearing of Denver City, Texas; one brother, Ray Dearing of Denver City, Texas; one uncle, Ray Dearing, Jr. and wife Corinna of Lubbock, Texas; and one aunt, Treesa Kay Dearing of Dallas, Texas.
Funeral Mass for Debra Kay Villalva, age 56 of Seminole, Texas, will be celebrated Monday, November 6, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church with Father Jose De Dios Gonzalez officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. Rosary will be held Sunday, November 5, 2023 at St. James Catholic Church from 6 to 7 p.m. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Debra Villalva was born August 16, 1967 in Seminole, Texas to Celia (Ramirez) and Francisco Villalva, Jr. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Debra enjoyed watching the Dallas Cowboys, drinking coffee, eating, listening to George Strait, dancing to Selena, painting, and crocheting. She considered herself a little princess and would never let anyone forget her birthday, always reminding her family and friends months in advance. Debra loved her family dearly.
Debra Villalva passed away at her home in Seminole on Sunday, October 29, 2023. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one sister, Rose Gutierrez. She is survived by seven brothers, Ruddy Villalva and wife Peggy, Joe Villalva, Raymond Villalva, Richard Villalva and wife Rachel, Bobby Villalva and wife Ellen, and Johnny Villalva and wife Lupe, all of Seminole, and Ruben Villalva of Huntsville, Texas; three sisters, Della Currier of Odessa, Texas, and Becky Alvarado and husband Joe, and Mary Cardenas and husband Johnny, both of Seminole; and one brother-in-law Henry Gutierrez of Lavonne, Texas.
Funeral Mass for Ramona Saucedo, age 85 of Seminole, Texas, will be celebrated Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church with Father Jose De Dios Gonzalez officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. Rosary will be held Friday, November 10, 2023 at St. James Church from 6 to 7 p.m. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mrs. Saucedo was born May 18, 1938 in Kennedy, Texas to Julia (Barrera) and Sinforoso Flores. She married Domingo Saucedo, Sr. in Floydada, Texas. She was a Catholic. Ramona enjoyed listening to music, dancing, being outside, and roses. She was well known for her tamales, menudo, caldo, and her jalapeño gravy.
Ramona Saucedo passed away at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas on Sunday, November 5, 2023. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Domingo Saucedo in 1992, one son, one daughter, one sister, and one grandson. She is survived by three sons, Domingo Saucedo, Jr. and wife Rosa Cortez of Lubbock, Texas, Robert Saucedo and wife Resencia, and Martin Saucedo both of Seminole, Texas; two daughters, Irene Martinez of Odessa, Texas, and Estella Saucedo and husband Adam Garza of Seminole, Texas; one sister, Consuelo Rodriguez of Seminole, Texas; 33 grandchildren, 89 great-grandchildren, and 43 great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services for Howard Farmer, age 75 of Lubbock, Texas, will be held Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at M.S. Doss Chapel 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.
Mr. Farmer was born October 8, 1948 in El Paso, Texas to Mary Ellen (Geaslin) and Dean Farmer. He married Jamie Boyd in Jal, New Mexico on November 22, 1968. He worked for El Paso Natural Gas for 41 years and achieved a manager position. He was a Baptist, and his favorite team was Texas Tech Red Raiders. He enjoyed playing computer games and loved old cars. Howard adored his children and grandchildren.
Howard Farmer went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 3, 2023 at his home in Lubbock, Texas. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sons, Darrell and Nathan Farmer. He is survived by his wife, Jamie Farmer of Lubbock, Texas; three sons, David Farmer and wife Pat, and Tye Farmer and wife Espy, both of Seminole, Texas and Jonathan Farmer and wife Jessica of Snyder, Texas; one daughter, Jowana Villalobos and husband Roger of Hobbs, New Mexico; one brother, Richard Farmer and wife Pat of Grand Lake, Colorado; his father-in-law, George Boyd; one daughter-in-law, Taryn Griffin and husband Matt of Snyder, Texas; 22 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.
Funeral services for Gary Davis, age 56 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Thursday, November 2, 2023 at South Seminole Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Buck Wheat officiating and Pastor C.B. Sutton assisting. Burial will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Lamesa Cemetery in Lamesa, Texas. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hoops, Dreams and Goals at 409 Runnels Street, Big Spring, Texas 79720 or on the website at www.wtcmhmr.org.
Gary Davis was born August 6, 1967 in Lubbock, Texas to Elaine Patterson and George Davis. Gary enjoyed being around people; he loved everyone. He adored being with his church family at South Seminole Baptist Church, and especially cherished his home family. He looked forward to planning his next meal daily. Gary believed in Jesus and Santa Claus with all of his heart.
Gary Davis passed away at Seminole Memorial Hospital on Thursday, October 26, 2023. He is preceded in death by his father, George Davis; one brother-in-law, Mike Lee; his maternal grandparents, Lora and Thurman Patterson; and by his paternal grandparents, Minnie and Dan Davis. He is survived by his biological mother, Elaine Davis of Lamesa, Texas; three sisters, Sharla Lee, and Sayla Cates and husband Mike, both of Lamesa, Texas, and Randee Parker of Meadow, Texas; and a host of nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his foster parents, Ruddy and Peggy Villalva of Seminole, Texas; four foster brothers, C.B. Sutton and wife Codi of Bullard, Texas; Kaden and Jase Hinsley of Seminole, Texas, and Izaiah of Seminole, Texas; five foster sisters, Valarie Villalva of Seminole, Texas, Gina Villalva of Odessa, Texas, Emily Villalva of Lubbock, Texas, Julie Kinnard and husband Coby of Baird, Texas, and Zaeviana of Seminole, Texas.
Funeral services for Ofelia Alarcon, age 82 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Tuesday, October 24,2023 at Boyer Funeral Home at 3:00 p.m. with Pastor Gilbert Ramirez officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alarcon was born March 4, 1941 in Ranger, Texas to Lorenza (Jimenez) and Eusebio Martinez. She married Natividad Alarcon, Sr. in Lubbock, Texas on November 3, 1956. She was a Catholic and a homemaker. Ofelia enjoyed watching western movies, listening to music, watching the Dallas Cowboys, and going to Dairy Queen. She was a hard working woman and mostly enjoyed being around her family.
Ofelia Alarcon passed away at her home in Seminole, Texas on Saturday, October 21, 2023. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Natividad Alarcon, Sr. in 2009, three brothers, and two sisters. She is survived by four sons, Frank Alarcon and wife Janie, Peter Alarcon and wife Terry, and Natividad Alarcon, Jr. all of Seminole, and Elias Alarcon of Dallas, Texas; four daughters, Lorenza Subia and husband Steve of Odessa, Texas, Margaret Hernandez and husband Bartolo of Denver City, Texas, Maria Garcia and husband Jesse of Seminole, and Rosalinda Riojas and husband Chris of Dallas, Texas; one sister, Carolina Alanzo of Lubbock, Texas; 26 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren.
Funeral Mass for Severa Hernandez, age 79 of Pittsburg, Texas and formerly of Seagraves, Texas, will be celebrated Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church in Seagraves, Texas with Father Jose De Dios Gonzalez officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery in Seagraves. Rosary will be held at Boyer Funeral Home Monday, October 16, 2023 from 7 to 9 p.m. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.
Mrs. Hernandez was born November 5, 1943 in Brownfield, Texas to Alejandra (Gamez) and Federico Yzaguirre. She married Hector Hernandez in Seagraves, Texas on January 21, 1961. She was a long-time member of St. Paul Catholic Church, where she served in the Guadalupana Society as a catechist, one of the first lay ministers of Holy Communion. Severa was a hairdresser for over fifty years; she owned her own business in Seagraves, called The Glamour Hut. Severa was always a very elegant woman and enjoyed dressing up, dancing, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. She was a friend to anyone and everyone. She was a very talented seamstress, and she loved fishing and watching the Dallas Cowboys.
Severa Hernandez passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at Pleasant Springs Nursing Home in Mt. Pleasant, Texas. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Hector Hernandez in 2022 and one brother, Tony Yzaguirre. She is survived by two sons, Charles Hernandez of Pittsburg, Texas, and Edward Hernandez and wife Rita of Amarillo, Texas; one daughter, Angie Lopez and husband Joel of Pittsburg, Texas; one sister, Victoria Aguilar of Seagraves, Texas; eight grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren.
Memorial Mass for Johnny Villa, age 82 of Midland, Texas, formerly of Denver City, Texas, will be celebrated Friday, October 20, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Williams Catholic Church with Father Eduardo Teo officiating. Burial will follow at Denver City Memorial Park. All services are under the direction of Boyer Memorial Chapel, in association with Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.
Mr. Villa was born April 20, 1941 in Cuero, Texas to Virginia (Salazar) and Felix Villa. He married Yolanda Barrientez in Seminole, on September 14, 1985. He worked in the oilfield and was a member of St. Williams Catholic Church. Johnny was a cropper’s son with only a third grade education and had to learn to work hard; he wanted more opportunities for his family than he had growing up. He could be strict, yet fair and stressed that getting an education and being a productive citizen was extremely important. Johnny lived life to the fullest and was a master storyteller who could hold court like no other, while you hung on to every word. To know him was to love him and once he was tickled it was all over; you couldn’t help but to laugh with him. He was a huge sports fan, whether it was watching the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, coaching little league/ Babe Ruth baseball or supporting his children or grandchildren from the stands, you could count on him to be there cheering and giving a big supportive hug after each game. He never wanted to miss a game and was even there for other children when their parents couldn’t be. Johnny loved with all his being. He cherished his wife, children, grandchildren, and friends. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren for all their accomplishments. He lived a good life and will be missed. He leaves many cherished memories, valuable life lessons, and a legacy to carry on.
Johnny Villa passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at his home in Midland, Texas. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one grandson. He is survived by his wife, Yolanda Villa of Midland, Texas; three sons, Johnny Villa, Jr. and wife Lisa of San Antonio, Texas, Ray Villa and wife Linda of Garland, Texas, and Randy Silva and wife Rebecca of Midland, Texas; three daughters, Sylvia Alschbach and husband Mark of Denver City, Texas, Linda McCranie of Grand Prairie, Texas, and Tammy Silva and partner Toni Correa of Brownfield, Texas; one brother, Tony Villa and wife Velia of Florida; eight grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services for Helena Hiebert, age 58 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Wednesday, October 11, 2023 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. Hiebert was born February 28, 1965 in Mexico to Margaret (Enns) and Abe Neudorf. She married John Hiebert on October 3, 2015 in Seminole, Texas and was a member of Community Church. Helena enjoyed spending time with her family and friends; she also enjoyed cooking and baking. She had a great talent as a seamstress in her younger years. She was known to always grow a beautiful garden.
Helena Hiebert passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas after a courageous and long battle with breast cancer. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her older brothers, Jake and Peter Neudorf; and her first husband, Peter Knelsen. She is survived by her husband, John Hiebert of Seminole, Texas; two sons, Jake Hiebert of Oklahoma, and Abey Hiebert and wife Christina of Seminole, Texas; five daughters, Eva and husband Willie, Susi and husband Johnny, Linda and husband Johnny, Jennifer and husband Nico, all of Seminole, and Anne Reimer and husband Jake of Midland, Texas; and 14 grandchildren.
Funeral services for Maria Rodriguez, age 53 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Sendero Pathway to the Cross Church in Seagraves, Texas with Pastor Ovidio Martinez, Jr. officiating and Pastor Ovidio Martinez, Sr. assisting. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery in Seagraves. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole.
Mrs. Rodriguez was born in Mexico August 5, 1970 to Josephina (Balderama) and Ramon Ruiz. She married Martin Rodriguez in Pecos, Texas on January 30, 2000. She was a homemaker and a member of the Assembly of God Church. Maria enjoyed shopping, pampering herself, dancing, and watching action movies.
Maria Rodriguez passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. She is survived by her husband, Martin Rodriguez, Sr. of Seminole, Texas; two stepsons, Martin Rodriguez, Jr. of Odessa, Texas, and Isaac Rodriguez and wife Erandeny of Odessa, Texas; two daughters, Jessica Ruiz of Seagraves, Texas, and Nicole Taylor and husband Andrew of Lubbock, Texas; her parents, Josephina and Ramon Ruiz of Seagraves, Texas; one sister, Claudia Ruiz of Mexico; and two grandchildren, Mathias Ruiz and Ariella Rodriguez.
Memorial services for Freda Jones, age 79 of Topsham, Maine, and formerly of Seminole, Texas, will be held Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at M.S. Doss Chapel with Danny Curtis and the Dayspring Church officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mrs. Jones was born in the fall of 1943 on October 20 in San Angelo, Texas to Ross and Willo Dean. She was the first of their six children. Her family was one of the cherished foundational cornerstones of her life. Freda’s early childhood was spent in and around Ballinger, Texas before the family moved to Brownfield, Texas. Freda eventually continued her life-long calling to ministry by accepting the mantle of pastor of Dayspring Church in Seminole, Texas. She served in this role for over forty years and was truly blessed by this congregation. In the wide-open landscape of West Texas, she lived, loved and experienced the joys and losses of life. The final years of Freda’s life were spent in Maine where she joined her son Trey and his family. This was a wonderful time of reconnection before her eventual passing at the Governor King Memory Care wing of Highlands in Topsham, Maine. The family expresses sincere and heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate caregivers of Governor King and CHANS Home Health and Hospice.
On August 23, 2023, Freda Louise Jones (née Campbell and previously Tankersley and Hadaway,) peacefully passed away from this world to embrace her heavenly Father. She is survived by her son, Trey Tankersley and wife Jennifer and their three children (Campbell, Clark, and Claire) of Bowdoinham, Maine; her granddaughter, Micaiah Johnson, and grandson, Micah Johnson, both of Seminole, Texas; and eight beautiful great-grandchildren. She is also survived by three siblings, Charles Campbell and family of Jasper, Texas; Brenda Jones and family of San Antonio, Texas; and Cynthia Bice and family of Olathe, Kansas. Freda is preceded in death by her husband, Mark Jones, her husband, Donald Tankersley; her daughter, Freda Michelle Johnson; one son, Greg Tankersley; a grandson, Chace Johnson; her brother, James Campbell; her brother, Gene Campbell; and her parents, Alvin Ross and Eva Willo Dean Campbell.
Funeral Mass for Hilaria Mendoza, age 87 of Seminole, Texas, will be celebrated at St. James Catholic Church on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Joseph Ogbonna officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mrs. Mendoza was born in Santa Maria del Oro, Mexico to Guadalupe (Ojeda) and Rafael Ortega on October 21, 1935. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church and had worked for 42 years at Kirby West in Andrews, Texas, but was always a homemaker. She had also worked for Prophecy, a clothing factory in Seminole, for about 10 years. She married Joe Mendoza, Sr. on January 17, 1959 in Juarez, Mexico. She had been a resident of Seminole since 1974, after she and her husband moved from Seagraves.
Hilaria’s world revolved around her family – her kids, grandkids, and extended family. She was the best cook; no matter what she fixed, it was always delicious. No one who visited her home ever went hungry. She cooked for family as well as friends of the family, and if you ever were invited to eat, you begged to come back! She also loved sports and supported kids and grandkids; no matter what they played, she was their biggest fan. She loved animals and would feed every stray, she just didn’t want them in the house. Hilaria worked with her best friend, Matilda De Leon, and they were known as the “cool kids,” carpooling to work in Andrews. Their supervisor knew he could always count on them to show up, no matter what the weather or circumstances – they never missed a day of work. She was fearless, feisty, and headstrong; she didn’t like complaining and never complained herself. Her children said she and their father were terrific examples to them of family, work ethic, and steadfast love, regardless of money.
Hilaria Mendoza passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 24, 2023, surrounded by her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Mendoza, Sr. in 2009; two brothers, two sisters, and one grandson. She is survived by one son, Joe Mendoza, Jr. (fiancé Tracy) of Seminole; four daughters, Pat Ramirez (husband Hector) of Hobbs, New Mexico, Lorena Villalva (husband Danny) of Mesquite, Texas, Mary Lou (Lulu) Salazar (husband Ernie) of Seminole, and Rocio Mendoza of El Paso; two brothers, Carmelo Ortega of Mexico and Margarito Ortega of El Paso; one sister, Alicia Herrera of Juarez; 12 grandchildren, 14, great-grandchildren, and three great-furbabies.
Funeral services for Francisco Mendoza, age 88 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at Templo Nazareth Church with Pastor Tony Cruz officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Mendoza was born in Mexico on October 4, 1934 to Cruz (Garcia) and Doroteo Mendoza. He married Socorro Tarango in Mexico on August 24, 1955. He enjoyed telling stories, jokes, wood crafting, and ranch life. He was a very caring man and loved the Lord.
Francisco Mendoza passed away at his home in Seminole, Texas on Saturday, September 23, 2023. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one son, Ernesto Mendoza in 2014; two brothers, and three sisters. He is survived by his wife, Socorro Mendoza of Seminole, Texas; four sons, Raul Mendoza and wife Socorro of Portales, New Mexico, Adolfo Mendoza and wife Manuela, Francisco Mendoza and wife Patricia, and Roberto Mendoza and wife Yazmin, all of Seminole, Texas; five daughters, Herminia Mendoza and husband Juan Olivarez of Juarez, Mexico, Cruz Mendoza, Anna Linda Gonzalez and husband Alfredo, Norma Ronquillo and husband Alejandro, and Elizama Zubiate and husband Luis, all of Seminole, Texas; three brothers, Ricardo Mendoza and wife Maria of California, Eduardo Mendoza and wife Limbania of California, and Hector Mendoza of Pecos, Texas; one sister, Hilda Amparo and husband Javier of California; 41 grandchildren, and 44 great grandchildren.
Graveside services for Willard “Butch” Anderson, age 75 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Gaines County Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Joe Stewart officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Anderson was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado on February 10, 1948 to Leah (Kuhlman) and Robert Radford Anderson. Butch moved to Seminole, Texas with his family in 1953 and eventually graduated from Seminole High School in 1967; after graduation he went to work for Anderson Welding as a welder. He was later drafted into the United States Army in March of 1968 and served in the Vietnam War until March of 1970. After he returned home to Seminole and to his job at Anderson Welding, he met the love of his life, Genelyn Marie Moore; they were married in Seminole June 3, 1978. Butch continued to work as a welder for Anderson Welding for fifty-five years until his retirement. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and deep-sea fishing.
Butch Anderson passed away Sunday, September 17, 2023 at Memorial Health Care Center in Seminole. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Genelyn Anderson; and two brothers, Ray and Bob Anderson. He is survived by two brothers, Tommy Anderson of Seminole, and Jay Anderson and wife Kathy of Midland, Texas; numerous nieces and nephews, and a multitude of friends.
Graveside services for Primitivo Rocha, age 63 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Gaines County Cemetery with Pastor Vance Thomas officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.
Mr. Rocha was born in Brownfield, Texas on October 16, 1959 to Manuela (Meza) and Panteleon Rocha. He worked as a truck driver and was a Baptist. He married Rosie Perez in Seminole, Texas on May 12, 1982, and had worked for Pate Trucking for the past four years. He always worked extremely hard. Primitivo was a very private man who enjoyed his home life, especially listening to his music in his man cave. He also enjoyed fishing, and was an awesome cook.
Primitivo Rocha passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, and four brothers, Raymond Rocha, Steven Rocha, Martin Rocha, and Lupe Rocha. He is survived by his wife, Rosie Rocha of Seminole, Texas; two brothers, Panteleon Rocha, Jr. and wife Mary of Winters, Texas, and Joe Rocha of San Antonio, Texas; four sisters, Diana Padilla and husband George of New Braunfels, Texas, Susie Yanez of San Antonio, Texas, Sally Rocha of New Braunfels, Texas, and Carlota Garcia of Seminole, Texas.
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