Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Frank Mendeke Sr. Oct. 10, 1939 – Feb. 25, 2026 Frank Mendeke Sr., a man of quiet resolve, lifelong athleticism, and deep loyalty, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Feb. 25, 2026. He was 86 years old. At the time of his passing, Frank was with his family at home, ending a […]

Claude “Bubba” Frank Cannon III Aug. 3, 1945 – March 8, 2026 Lometa, Texas Claude Frank Cannon III, affectionately known “Bubba,” was a remarkable individual whose legacy will be cherished by all who knew him. Born on Aug. 3, 1945, in Houston, Texas, Bubba embodied the spirit of a true cowboy, yet his contributions extended passed the realm of ranch […]

Cristina Victorino, 59, of La Pryor died on Feb. 26, 2026, at Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital in San Antonio. Visitation will begin at 2 p.m. March 9, and a rosary will be recited at 7 p.m., at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. March 10 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in La […]

Roy Perez Sotelo Jr., 74, of Uvalde died on Feb. 27, 2026, at Northeast Methodist Hospital in San Antonio. He was born on Nov. 30, 1951, in Uvalde to Juanita (Perez) and Rogelio Sotelo Sr. He married Anita Hernandez on May 2, 1970, in Uvalde. His father was the owner of Sotelo’s Auto Service and Tire Shop, established in 1950, […]

Francisco Garcia, 77, of La Pryor died on Feb. 27, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio. He was born on Dec. 3, 1948, in La Pryor to Josefina (Salazar) and Selso Garcia. He married Yolanda Lopez on Dec. 21, 1980, in La Pryor. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, of La Pryor; two sons, Daniel Garcia […]

Vicki Lynn Kirksey Allen went to be with the Lord on Feb. 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and family. Vicki was born on Dec. 19, 1941, in Monterey Park, California, to Chris and Dell Kirksey. She grew up in Slaton, Texas, with her sister Peggy, and attended Slaton High School where she met her husband, Jerry. They […]

Frank Winchester Abbott was born on Oct. 13, 1943, in San Angelo, Texas, to Franklin Prelue Abbott and Allie Ann Abbott. He passed away on Feb. 20, 2026, in Austin, Texas. Frank grew up in San Angelo and graduated from San Angelo Central High School. He continued his education at the University of Texas before earning his doctorate in political […]

Roberto Chacon Samarripa, 75, of Uvalde died on Feb. 16, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio. He was born on Jan. 21, 1951, in Uvalde, to Eulalia (Chacon) and Pedro Samarripa. He married Stella Peña on June 16, 1972, in Uvalde. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, of Uvalde; two sons, Roberto C. Samarripa Jr. and […]