John Vela (Big John) Ybarra 84, of Kyle Texas, was called home to our Lord, peacefully in his sleep after a lengthy illness, on Saturday February 4, 2023. Big John was born on March 28, 1938, to Fermin and Antonia Ybarra in Kyle, Texas. Big John is preceded in death by; his parents; Siblings Martina, Fermin Jr., Stan, Maggie and Roy He is survived by his sons John (wife Gracie), Richard (wife Norma), Robert (wife Teri), sisters Carolina and Mary. Big John had 9 grandchildren, 4...

Randall “Randy” Keith Maroney January 19, 1949 - January 27, 2023 Randy lived an extraordinary life. For twenty years he served his country with vital, strategic hands-on contributions. His efforts have undeniably reduced fatalities and injuries of our service men and women. In addition, in later life he ignored debilitating, physical limitations to be a driving, personal force in the creation of a powerful and effective prison ministry. His family is so proud of him. He was...

Everett William Browning, loving husband, father, grandfather, and professor, newspaper journalist, sailor, blacksmith, beekeeper, agricultural extension editor, Model T mechanic, musician, dulcimer luthier, tractor collector, fisherman, boat maker, kite-builder, Boy Scout leader, black powder muzzle-loader aficionado, house remodeler, fry cook and bread maker, and Padre Island snowbird, passed away at home on January 20, 2023. Three events had profound influences on Everett’s...

Joe Stanley Park Sr. April 20, 1943 – January 11, 2023 Joe Stanley Park Sr age 79 went peacefully to be with the Lord on Wednesday January 11, 2023. Joe is preceded in death by his parents James William Park and Agnes Fredrick Voigt, brothers Billy Cox, George Park, Robert Park, Richard Park, and Frankie Park.  He is survived by his wife Vanessa Jo Park, brothers Howard Park, John Park (Mary) sister Margaret Shaw (Jerry), Agnes Chrystal, sisters-in-laws Barbara Park and...

“Well done, good and faithful servant” are the words that Jan Carper heard as she entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on January 9, 2023. She had a fierce two month battle with brain cancer, but fought to celebrate one last special Christmas surrounded by family. She packed a lifetime of service, faith, love and family into 68 years. Martha Jan Harmon Carper was born to Kenneth and Jo Ann Harmon of Agua Dulce on June 16, 1954. She was born with a servant’s...

Reginald “Reggie” Walter Freeman, 59, retired San Antonio Peace Officer, passed away peacefully in his home on January 7, 2023. He was born on September 21, 1963 to parents Elzie and Frances Freeman in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was one of eleven siblings, 6 brothers (Elzie Freeman Jr., Elmer Freeman, Timothy Freeman, Billy Freeman, Kenneth Freeman & James Freeman) and 4 sisters (Gladys Freeman Whitfield, Myrtle Freeman Garrett, Betty Freeman Scott, Asilah Yero).  He...

Sean Smith was born April 5th, 1988 in Tokyo, Japan. He was placed in our arms on April 18th, at 13 days old. From that day forward, Sean was our treasure, the light of our life.  He was a world traveler, both with us and on his own, visiting over 20 countries in Asia, Europe, and the Americas.  Sean was a superb cook and delighted eaters from fine dining venues to a more modest but award winning food truck.  He loved Japanese anime, Disney, and Star Wars, but even more...

Katherine Sue Toomey (Bell), 66, of New Braunfels, Texas, has gone to meet her heavenly resting place to join her husband, Robert Patrick Toomey.  She is preceded in death by her father, John Bell, her husband, Robert Toomey, and her sister and brother, Carol Bell Sargent and John Richard Bell. Katherine was born in Akron, Ohio, to John Bell and Loretta Todd (Bell) Sparks.  Katherine graduated high school in 1977 and then moved to Akron, Ohio, to pursue her passion as a...

Milton L. Thompson Jr. passed away early morning December 30 in his home that he loved in Wimberley, TX after his battle with cancer.   He is survived by his devoted wife of 27 years, Karen Thompson. His incredible life filled with stories of adventure will forever be cherished by his daughter, Alysha, his son, Tre, his granddaughter, Tara, and his sister, Kathleen.  Milt was born November 10, 1947 in Houston, TX to the late Milton and Doris Thompson. At 19 years old, he...

Georgia (Gay) (Carlton) Stafford age 67 of Seguin passed away peacefully at home on December 27th 2022, after a long battle with cancer. She is preceded in death by her Husband, Naval Chief Petty Officer Jackie (Jack) Stafford, her parents Roger and Imogean Carlton, her sisters Cynthia (Cyndi) Keylich and Francis (Fanci) Stehle. She is survived by her Daughter Crystal and Husband James Walker of Seguin Texas, Son Richard Davis of Lonoke Arkansas, Step-Daughter Jennifer and Husband...