Obituaries

Joye Helms

Joye Helms

Joye Helms

April 24, 1930 — July 29, 2024Joye Helms, known as Nanny to most, was born April 24, 1930, to Tom Franklin and Lillie Mae Pritchard in Hamlin, TX. She married the love of her life, Dell Ray Helms on February 11, 1949. Joye passed from this earth on July 29, 2024 in Snyder, TX, at the age of 94.
Harold Eldon Roberts 'Gran'

Harold Eldon Roberts 'Gran'

Harold Eldon Roberts 'Gran'

June 15, 1932 — July 2, 2024Harold Eldon Roberts “Gran” passed away on July 2, 2024 in Hospice care in Abilene, Texas. He was born on June 15, 1932, to his parents Joseph and Dessie Roberts.
Celia Marie Head

Celia Marie Head

Celia Marie Head

December 27, 1953 - June 21, 2024Celia Marie Head was born December 27, 1953, in Loraine, Tx. Celia was called to her Father’s house June 21, 2024. She was married to Freddie Lee Rasberry on August 15, 1975, in Snyder Texas.Celia was known for her excellent upholstery work.
Dr. Donald Howard Lewis

Dr. Donald Howard Lewis

Dr. Donald Howard Lewis

Dr. Donald Howard Lewis Sr., affectionately known as Don, departed this world on May 19th, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on May 31st, 1936, in Rotan, Texas, Don was able to rise up from humble beginnings through the power of education. Don was married to Carolyn Kay Conoley Lewis for 62 years.
Johnny Wayne Farrar

Johnny Wayne Farrar

Johnny Wayne Farrar

August 8, 1937 - May 24, 2024 Johnny Wayne Farrar, age 86, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on May 24th.Johnny was born August 8, 1937, in Roby, Texas, to Clyde Farrar and Gladys Hull Farrar. He graduated from Roby High School and West Texas State College with a Bachelor of Science.
Lydia Yanez

Lydia Yanez

Lydia Yanez

June 22, 1929 - May 2, 2024Lydia Yanez, 94, passed away on May 2, 2024, at her home in Rotan, Texas with her loving children surrounding her. Visitation will be held for family and friends on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, from 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. at the Weathersbee-Ray Funeral Home Chapel, 111 N.
Karyl Rister

Karyl Rister

Karyl Rister

June 29, 1929 - May 1, 2024Born in Crossville, Alabama to Michael and Artie Black Hinkle on June 29, 1929. Karyl passed from this life on May 1, 2024.Karyl moved to Texas in 1944. She attended Edgewood High School and Fox High. She went to work with SW Bell and retired in 1983.
In Loving Memory Sue Herrer Medrano

In Loving Memory Sue Herrer Medrano

In Loving Memory Sue Herrer Medrano

Dec. 31, 1927 - Nov. 20, 1089Our Mother was our greatest teacher of kindness, compassion, love, and fearlessness. Happy Mother's Day!Esther Sue Lopez (deceased) Virginia Couch, Marie Diamond, Theresa Dickman & Ronalo Marcos Medrano
Bobby Fred Thompson

Bobby Fred Thompson

Bobby Fred Thompson

FRIDAY - MAY 3, 2024Bobby Fred Thompson, 89, of Busby- Longworth area Texas, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Sterling Hills Healthcare in Sweetwater. His wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service will be held at Roby Cemetery on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00 am.
Barbara Kay Gruben

Barbara Kay Gruben

Barbara Kay Gruben

November 1, 1947 - April 17, 2024Barbara Kay Gruben, 76, of Rotan passed away on Wednesday, April 17 at her home. A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Monday, April 22 at the First Baptist Church of Rotan. The family will received friends at 10:00 a.m.