Holmgreen Mortuary

06/25/2026

Sue Nannette De La Cruz, age 86, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in Alice, Texas. She was born on September 8, 1939, in Alice, Texas, to Henry Albert Goetzel and Nannie Ella Grant.

Sue was a graduate of Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco High School who went on to obtain her cosmetology license and built Sue’s Beauty Salon in her backyard to be close to her family. She did not stop there. Sue continued to grow her success by becoming a realtor and was the proud owner of Sue’s Properties. Sue enjoyed dancing to country music, baking, gardening, gambling, spending time with her family and especially spoiling her grandchildren. Sue, affectionately known as “Nana,” was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Ramiro De La Cruz; parents Henry and Nannie Goetzel; two brothers; and five sisters.

Loved ones cherishing her memory include her special companion James “Jimmie” Vahalik; three daughters, Debra Delany, Sharon De La Cruz and Pamela Patton (Marc); grandchildren, Amanda Barron (Javier), Jason Laso (Carrie), Justin De La Cruz (Tiffany), Amber Delany (Justin), Ashley Delany, Rolly Gonzalez (Prissy) and Jay Gonzalez (Joel); great grandchildren Jordan Barron (Veronica), Caitlin Barron (Joe), Ryan Trejo, Madi Trejo, Aurora Crimmins, John Michael Aleman, Jaden De La Cruz, and Jaxon De La Cruz; great-great grandchildren, Aria,
Mayson, Alia, Asia, Aniyah, Andrew and A***n; sister Ann Leathers; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM with a Chapel Service at 11:00 AM, officiated by Justin De La Cruz, on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Holmgreen Mortuary, 2061 E. Main St., Alice, Texas. A Christian Burial will follow at Alice Cemetery.

Honored to be serving as Pallbearers: Jason Laso, Justin De La Cruz, Rolly Gonzalez, Jay Gonzalez, Jordan Barron, Ryan Trejo, Joe Gamez and Justin Crimmins; Honorary Pallbearers: David Owen, Marc Patton, Javier Asevedo and Joel Bernal.

The De La Cruz family would like to give a special thanks to the Nurses and CNAs at Meridian Drake Dementia Center and Choice Hospice for all their love, compassion and support.

Arrangements are by Holmgreen Mortuary, 2061 E. Main St., Alice.

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06/16/2026

Raymundo Martinez, Sr.,86, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on December 4, 1939, to Jose Carmen Martinez and Emilia in General ZauZua N.L. Mexico.

Raymundo was a happy, fun-loving, hardworking person who was happiest when he was working. He enjoyed fishing with his family most of all. Raymundo was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and the San Antonio Spurs and loved cheering for them. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Raymundo Martinez, Jr.; and brothers, Armando Martinez, Sr., Porfirio “Pilo” Martinez and Gilberto Martinez.

He is survived by his loving wife of over 65 years, Esperanza Martinez; children, Jose Luis Martinez. Roberto Martinez and Imelda Williams; siblings, Amelia DeLeon (Enrique “Chevo”), Reynol Martinez and Flor Estela Nanez (Sergio); five grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Holmgreen Mortuary at 9:00 AM with a Holy Rosary to be recited at 9:30 AM. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church with a burial to follow at New Collins Cemetery.

Arrangements are by Holmgreen Mortuary, 2061 E. Main St., Alice.

Condolences for the family may be offered at www.holmgreenmortuaryinc.com and shared via Holmgreen Facebook.

06/16/2026

Michael Dean Stehle,32, has been called home by his Lord and Savior on June 5, 2026. He was born on September 11, 1993, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Claude Stehle and Pam K. Bryant Stehle.

Michael was a 2012 graduate of Orange Grove High School, where he was a member of the High School marching band, FFA, football and basketball team, and a proud member of the Boy Scouts Troop 32, which was a huge part of his young life. His troop leaders and lifelong friends were Gary Graham (fishing buddy), Terry Sanders, and Earl Koenning. He went on to graduate
from John Deere Tech School in Corsicana, Texas, in 2014. The Agriculture Industry and becoming a combine mechanic were a huge part of his life. He was employed by BFE (Bishop
Farm Equipment) but was sought out by many companies across the country for his extensive knowledge of tractor care and maintenance.

Michael enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, and attending cow shows, where his love of agriculture grew. His children were his pride and joy. Michael loved to sing and play his guitar, or join them to play video games, sharing stories of their “Papa Claude” or simply just teaching valuable ranch life lessons. Michael’s fondest memory was bringing “Big Mama” home to live out her final days in the pasture. This led to his love for cattle ranching and the start of Stehle Cattle Company.

Michael was known for his warm heart, quick wit, and deep devotion to his family and friends. He never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a helping hand; he was someone you
could rely on. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mike L. and Lorene Stehle, and sister, Sandie Kay McCurdy.

He is survived by his loving wife, Jamie Stehle; parents, Claude and Pam Stehle; children, Madison, Hunter, and Katie Stehle, Tyler Swinyer and Tanner Carrizales; sister, Zada Bates
(Michael); uncle, Howard Stehle (Liz); aunt, Wanda Prochazka (Dale); cousin, Shane Michael Stehle; nephews and nieces; Garrett Bates (Isabella), Logan Bates, Carson Bates, Elizabeth
Bates, Alex McCurdy (Bailey), Matthew McCurdy, Sarah Doiron (Carson) and Evelyn McCurdy; brother-in-law, Timothy McCurdy; and numerous dear friends.

Family will be receiving friends on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. A Chapel Service will be held at 6:00 PM, officiated by Justin Chapman, at Holmgreen Mortuary, 2061 E.
Main St., Alice, Texas. All services will conclude at the funeral home.

Arrangements are by Holmgreen Mortuary, 2061 E. Main St., Alice.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.holmgreenmortuaryinc.com and shared via Holmgreen Facebook.