Obituaries

Abel Terrazas Gutierrez, 78, passed away on May 20, after a long and courageous battle with pulmonary arterial hypertension at UT Southwestern William P Clements Jr. University Hospital in Dallas, Texas.

With Great love and fond memories, we announce the passing of Mario B. Hernandez on May 25, at the age of 64.

Jerry Clint Ham passed from this world into eternal life with God on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in Fort Stockton, Texas. He was born in Lueders, Texas on February 6, 1930, to Austin and Effie Ham. Jerry was the fourth of seven children who grew up on a farm. He graduated from Lueders High School (Lueders University, as he called it) in 1948. He met the love of his life, Gaynell Petty in Lueders and married her on March 12, 1949. They shared 71 years of marriage before her death in 2020. Theirs was an admirable marriage and many doubted he’d last a month without her. He surprised them by living almost six more years, although he questioned why God kept him here.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Estefana Lopez Martinez (81), who was called home by the lord on May 23, 2026. Estefana was surrounded by her loving family in Fort Stockton at the time of her passing.

Bob Milton Cates, 78, of Fort Stockton, Texas, passed away on May 6, 2026. Bob was born on October 1, 1947, in Harlingen, Texas.

Lucy Gonzales, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by her sons on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Lucy was born on March 1, 1939, to Carlos and Basilia Gonzales. She was one of eleven siblings and came from a large family rooted in love, strength, and tradition. Throughout her life, she carried those values with her and shared them with the family she built.

David Middleton Shelton went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 5, 2026. David was born February 1, 1938, to C.V.

It is with profound sorrow and reverence that we announce the passing of Patricia Mae Gray, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, who left us on April 29, 2026, in her home in Fort Stockton, Texas. Patricia, a vibrant soul who graced the lives of many, was born May 23, 1935, in Denver, Colorado to Harry and Beulah Heurer.

Senaida Gonzales Casas, 81, of Fort Stockton, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. Born September 30, 1944, Senaida lived a life centered on faith, family, and devotion.

Eva Portillo, 79, of Balmorhea, Texas, passed away on April 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Eva was born on October 25, 1946, in Balmorhea, Texas, to Tomas and Ruby Contreras.