Obituaries

For friends and family of Peter W. Woodruff who passed away July 1, please join us for a Memorial Service to celebrate Pete’s life. We will gather on Saturday, September 14 at 3 p.m. at Alpine Memorial Funeral Home at 209 W Sul Ross Ave, Alpine.

Hallien Hart Stewart, a cherished soul whose warmth and kindness brightened the lives of many, passed away on September 8 in Terlingua at the age of 64. Born on January 24, 1960, in the vibrant city of Austin, Hallien’s life was a testament to love, compassion, and unwavering devotion.

Sue Bradford Anthony, 77, passed away on Saturday, June 8, in Austin after a battle with metastatic breast cancer. Sue was born in Alpine on October 28, 1946. Sue graduated from Alpine High School and attended Sul Ross State University. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Art from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. Before moving to Austin, Sue was a member of the Highland Methodist Church in Odessa and completed the Walk to Emmaus in 2000 to become a member of the Odessa De Dolores Rama Group. Sue began her career as a commercial artist for Price Womack and continued working as a commercial artist for PIP Printing, The Odessa American, and Odessa College. Sue decided to share her knowledge as one of the originating instructors at the ECISD Career Center. Sue became an Alpha Sigma Lambda Sorority member while teaching and attending school to receive her teaching certificate. She and her students were very active in the SkillsUSA programs, and both she and her students received many accolades during their competitions. She touched too many hearts to count and helped countless teenagers navigate through troubled times. She will be forever missed. Survivors include her sister-in-law, Mary Bradford of Monahans; daughter, Rebecca White of Lubbock; son, Billy Gibson, Jr. of Phoenix, Arizona; daughter, Modelle Gonzalez and husband, Vince Gonzalez, of Austin; daughter, Rachel Anthony of Portland, Oregon; grandchildren, Alexandria Stowers of Lubbock; Emily Marichalar and husband, Chris Kubala, of San Marcos; great-children, Delilah and Natalie Kubala of San Marcos; Jay Stowers of Lubbock; and many nieces, nephews, cousins. A private family burial will be held in Alpine at the Elm Grove Cemetery on September 28. A public Celebration of Life for Sue is planned for the same day, beginning at 1 p.m. at the Cactus Rose house on Cabell Drive in the Alpine Country Club Estates.

Juan “Johnny” O. Serrano, a cherished member of the Marfa community, passed away peacefully on August 26 in his hometown of Marfa. Born on December 27, 1934, Juan dedicated his life to his family and work, impacting those who were fortunate enough to know him.

William Allen Peters October 3, 1940 September 2, 2024 William Allen Peters passed away peacefully at his home in El Paso on September 2. His family is deeply grateful for the eight beautiful months they shared with him following his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer in January.

Maria A. Klingemann July 9, 1950 - May 17, 2024 Saragosa, Texas The Lord called home a humble servant this past week.

Matilde Villanueva, born on June 2, 1937, in Shafter, peacefully departed this world on August 29 in Alpine. Her life, gracefully woven with love, family, and service, will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing her.

With gratitude in their hearts for her precious time on Earth, the family of Lope Lines announces her passing on August 20. Lope was born in Eagle Pass on October 3, 1927, to Peter and Anna Camarinos, who had immigrated from Greece.

Glenn Richard Standly passed away on August 3. He was born in Bynum to Charlie Lloyd and Flora Mackey Standly on January 17, 1944. Glenn was a 1962 graduate of Hillsboro High School before matriculating at then Abilene Christian College where he met and married the love of his life, Cheryl “Charlie” Keetch. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from ACC and later enhanced his education with a Master’s degree from Texas Tech University in Lubbock.

Samuel Andrew Morgan Powell, “Drew”, 61, beloved husband, father, and brother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14. He was born in Alexandria, Virginia, on January 9, 1963. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, August 31 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, 301 Hays Country Acres Rd, Dripping Springs; telephone: (512) 8584924. A private graveside service and interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the Texas Peace Officers Memorial, c/o Texas State Preservation Board, P.O. Box 13286, Austin, Texas 78711.