Ruben D. Melgoza
It is with great sadness that the family of Ruben D. Melgoza announces his passing to be with our Lord and Savior on February 14. He was born on June 30, 1942, in Brownsville to Victor and Catalina Melgoza. Ruben married the love of his life, Maria Elia Melgoza, on September 18, 1958, and they shared 67 beautiful years together.
June Mary Stein Smith
June was a person of enormous curiosity and creativity. Throughout her life, she created many works of art—from paintings to wall hangings to ceramics. She made furniture, and her home in Alpine is furnished with many of her works. As an older person, she learned how to use computers and create websites. She was always learning and expressing her newfound interests to her family.
Stacy Michelle Harrison
August 8, 1981 – January 23, 2025
Alpine resident, Stacy Harrison, died January 23 at the age of 44. Stacy was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, granddaughter, cousin, and friend.
Born to Frances Fellows and Mike Harrison in Alpine, Stacy attended elementary school in Marfa before moving to Johnson City, where she graduated from Johnson City High School in 1999. After graduation, Stacy lived in other parts of Texas but always found her way back home to West Texas.
Manuel Gallego Ybarra, affectionately known as "Manny," "Mel," or "Popo," was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He passed away peacefully at home on February 8, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 8, 1939, in Manuel Benavides, Chihuahua, Mexico, Manuel later made his home in Alpine.
Minerva Benavidez Alonzo, aged 71, passed away peacefully on January 29 in San Antonio. Born to Domingo Benavidez and Lorenza Abreo Rosa, Minerva was preceded in death by both her parents, sisters Adelinda and Yolanda; brothers Alfredo, Mario, and Gilberto; son Juan Luis; her loving partner of 31 years, Jesus Franco; and great-grandchildren Jack, Autumn, Witten, Kailee, & Jayden
Shirley Ann Williams
June 21, 1966 — January 28, 2025
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith” – 2 Timothy 4:7 KJV
