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Richards
Darrell Lynn Richards, resident of Floresville, passed peacefully away Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at 9:25 a.m., in Floresville, at the age of 52 years, 2 months, 18 days. Darrell was born January 20, 1958, in San Antonio, the son of Wallace Richards and Janell M. Koenning Richards. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in San Antonio. He graduated from McCollum High School in San Antonio, and was a sheet metal fabricator with Texas Sheet Metal for many years. Darrell enjoyed fishing, and buying and restoring old cars in his spare time. He loved country western and old rock music, and was always planning trips and enjoying life. Darrell was always helping others. Darrell is survived by his parents, Wallace and Janell Richards of San Antonio; his brother, Michael Richards of Floresville; his sisters, Cheryl Jonas and husband Lewis of Pleasanton, and Elaine Arocha and husband Fermin of San Antonio; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins; a host of many friends; and his beloved dog, Kona. Darrell’s beloved Aunt Dodo provided all her loving care. Darrell was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Alice and Paul Richards Sr.; and his maternal grandparents, Bertha and William Koenning Jr. Visitation began at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, and a celebration of life service was held at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, April 10, 2010, at Vinyard Funeral Home Chapel in Floresville. Funeral services began at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 11, 2010, at Vinyard Funeral Home Chapel in Floresville, officiated by Kelly Tankersley, S.A.M. Interment followed at Floresville City Cemetery in Floresville. Serving as pallbearers were Don Aldridge, Bryce Baker, Fermin “Buddy” Ambers, Ronnie Braddy, Clayton Koenning, Mark White, Roland Vargas, Raymond Kotzur Jr., Danny Koenning, Arthur Willems, and Clint Rutherford. Vinyard Funeral Home, Floresville, Texas, 830-393-2588, vinyardfuneralhome.com.

Malone
Jimmy Scott Malone, age 56, of Pleasanton, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2010, in Jourdanton. He is survived by his wife, Laura Ann Warner-Malone of Saint Ann, Missouri; his daughters, Gina Marie Malone and fiance’ Jason West of Devine, Jamie Renae Malone of Pleasanton and his son, Ike Sharp Malone of Pleasanton. He is also survived by his sisters, Mickie Pease and husband Henry and Mary Holmes and husband J. W. and grandchildren, Ian Scott, Arynn Grace Malone and Whitley Anne West. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy Malone and Ruth Burgess. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2010 at Hurley Funeral Home in Pleasanton. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that donations be made to BAMC Fisher House, 3623 George C. Beach Road, Ft. Sam Houston, Texas 78234. Anyone wishing to sign the guestbook, share memories or issue condolences may do so at www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Herrera
Domingo “Quicy” Herrera, Jr., resident of Poteet, Texas passed away on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at the age of 38 years. He is survived by his parents, Domingo V. Herrera Sr. and Maria Herlinda Herrera of Poteet; and brothers and sisters, Ramiro Herrera, Loretta Garza and husband Joe, Yvonne Herrera, and Carlos M. Herrera and wife Liz, all of Poteet. Visitation will begin a 5 p.m. Thursday, in the Vinyard-Trevino Funeral Home in Jourdanton, and a rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 15, 2010 in the Vinyard-Trevino Funeral Home in Jourdanton. Funeral services will be held at 10:15 a.m. Friday, April 16, 2010 from the Vinyard-Trevino Funeral Home in Jourdanton, followed by 11:00 a.m. Mass in the St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church in Poteet. Interment will follow A full obituary will be in next week’s edition. Arrangements under the direction of: Vinyard - Treviño Funeral Home, Jourdanton, Texas, 830-769-3958, vinyardtrevinofuneralhome.com.

McCain
Allen R. McCain, age 55, of East Bernard, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2010, in Sugar Land. He is survived by his mother, Betty McCain; his wife, Cynthia McCain and daughters, Amanda and Melissa McCain all of East Bernard. He is also survived by his sisters and brothers, Mary Ann Nichols of East Bernard, Carol Embesi of East Bernard, Harold McCain and wife Lori of Wallis and Calvin McCain of East Bernard; mother-in-law, Lou Cook of George West; sisters-in-law, Cheryl Munke and husband Doug of Missouri City and Clara Cook of Charlotte, as well as nieces and nephews, Travis, Kimberley and Kevin Nichols, Jennifer Munke, Aaron McCain, Chad and Katie McCain, Callum Bishop and Hunter and Adalee Embesi. He is preceded in death by his father, Billy R. McCain; his brother, John Charles McCain and his grandparents, Edward and Willie Mae Gibson. A graveside service will be held at Hilltop Cemetery in Tilden at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 15, 2010. Anyone wishing to sign the guestbook, share memories or issue condolences may do so at www.hurleyfuneralhom.

Cason
Phillip Earl Cason, age 67, of Pleasanton, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2010, in San Antonio. Mr. Cason was a decorated Vietnam veteran. His tour of duty took him to several Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and Turkey . After serving in the military he worked as a civil servant at Brooks Air Force Base and retired in 2007. He served in the capacity of life support equipment specialist for Brooks A. F. B. for 22 years. Mr. Cason was an active member of his church. Mr. Cason he also a member of Alamo Woodcarvers Association both State and National, lifetime member of the D.A.V. and N.R.A. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Marie Cason of Pleasanton and sons, Robert Cason and Ronald Cason both of San Antonio . He is also survived by his brother, Alfred R. Cason of Jacksonville, Florida. He is preceded in death by his parents, Buren and Mazie Louise Cason and sister, Anne Agee. Phillip was loved by his family, sons, nieces and nephews and was an outstanding father. He will be loved and missed by all. Services are still pending at this time. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that donations be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Anyone wishing to sign the guestbook, share memories or issue condolences may visit www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Carrasco
Marcelina V. Carrasco, age 80 of Charlotte passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2010, in San Antonio. Mrs. Carrasco was born January 16, 1930 in Prairie Hill. She is survived by her daughters, Adelina Carrasco, Angelita Lopez and husband Oscar, Sr., Rosa Juarez and husband Hisac, Susie Marsh and husband Michael, Sr., Irma Sherwood and husband Robert all of Charlotte and her sons, Arnulfo Jose Carrasco and wife Basilia of Jourdanton, Jose Ernesto Carrasco, Jr. and wife Maria Elena of Ralls, Santiago V. Carrasco and wife Erlinda of Pleasanton, Jesus Carrasco of Charlotte, Robert V. Carrasco and wife Tommie of Pleasanton. She is also survived by her sisters and brother, Estefana Rios of Taft, Janie Ortiz of Lorenzo, Santos Fuentes of Taft; 21 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jose Ernesto Carrasco and daughters, Juanita Gonzales, Maria Luebano and Elida Carrasco. Visitation was held at Hurley Funeral Home in Pleasanton, from 2 - 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 8, 2010. A rosary was recited on Thursday evening at 7 p.m. The funeral service was held at St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church in Poteet on Friday, April 9, 2010 at 10a.m. Interment followed at the Madre Dolorosa Cemetery in Poteet. To sign the guestbook, share memories or issue condolences visit www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Alaniz
Joe Flores Alaniz, age 76, of Pleasanton, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2010, in Pleasanton. For additional information regarding the Alaniz service please contact Hurley Funeral Home at 830-569-2535 or www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Hilburn
Larry Gene Hilburn, age 55, of Jourdanton, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2010, in Jourdanton. The funeral service will be held at Christine Baptist Church on Thursday, April 15, 2010 at 10 a.m. For additional information regarding the services for Mr. Hilburn, please consult the funeral home website at www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Arguijo
Angelita “Angie” Arguijo, age 47, of Pleasanton, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2010, in San Antonio. Angie was born January 30, 1963. She is survived by her mother, Mary Arguijo of Pleasanton; sister, Aurora Tijerina of Pleasanton; brothers, Alex Arguijo, Jr. and wife Mary Alice of Pleasanton, Arturo Arguijo and wife Melinda of Woodsboro, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and great-nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Alejos “Alex” Arguijo, Sr. Visitation was held at Hurley Funeral Home in Pleasanton, from 2 - 9 p.m. Sunday, April 11, 2010 with a rosary recited at 7 p.m. A funeral service was held at St. Andrew Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Monday, April 12, 2010. Interment was at Leal Cemetery in Pleasanton. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that donations be made to St. Andrew Catholic Church (Prayer Garden) 626 Market Street, Pleasanton, Tx. 78064 in memory of Angie Arguijo. Serving as pallbearers for the service were Albert Hernandez, Juan Bosquez, Mike Montez, Thomas Arguijo, Eric Quintanilla, Thomas Lozano and serving as honorary pallbearers were Alex Arguijo, III, Alan M. Arguijo and Luis Tijerina. To share memories or leave condolences for the family visit www.hurleyfuneralhome.com.