Derek Wayne Davila entered eternal rest on Monday, September 29, 2025, at the age of 37. Viewing will be held from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM with Rosary Services at 6:00 PM Friday October 3, 2025 at St. Teresa’s Catholic Church in Friona with Mass of Christian Burial Services set for 9:30 AM Saturday October 4, 2025 at St. Teresa’s Catholic Church in Friona with Father Nick Gerber as Celebrant. Burial following entrusted to HANSARD FAMILY Funeral Home of Friona.
Derek was born in Hereford, Texas to David and Beth Davila, he was raised in Parmer County and proudly carried the spirit and heart of a true farm boy throughout his life.
From a young age, Derek was full of energy, curiosity, and charm. With a mischievous grin and a sparkle in his eye, he was known for speaking his mind and lighting up every room he entered. He was baptized on April 6, 1996, and made his Holy Sacrament of Confirmation just one week later, on April 14, 1996.
As a child, Derek was active and adventurous from the start. He participated in Boy Scouts, played tee ball, baseball, and football, and attended Friona schools, graduating with the Class of 2006. One of his proudest (and most humorous) achievements was running and winning the “Fat Man Race” in high school, where he took home first place and a bucket of chicken.
Following graduation, Derek pursued a higher calling and enlisted in the United States Navy. He completed basic training and proudly graduated from the Naval Station Great Lakes Naval Academy in Chicago, Illinois on November 3, 2006.
After his military service, Derek explored various career paths, searching for where he truly belonged. Derek found his calling in the fields. He loved working the land, caring for the animals, and putting in the long hours that come with a life rooted in agriculture. Farming wasn’t just work to him, it was a way of life, a reflection of his steady hands, wild but patient spirit, and respect for nature’s rhythm. On the farm he found a sense of purpose, belonging, and peace working for Mitchell Wiseman, where he remained dedicated until his passing.
Derek’s heart also held a restless spark, one that carried him beyond the fields and into the open road. He was an adventurer at his core, never shying away from thrill or challenge. Whether it was riding his motorcycle, tearing across the countryside in a Can-Am, or finding the next rush of excitement, Derek lived life with fearless enthusiasm and a smile that said he was exactly where he wanted to be. He lived life to the fullest and encouraged others to do the same.
Derek is preceded in death by his beloved Little Grandma Maria Davila, his Grandpa Nick Manzanares, and his dear Tía Dee Dee Davila.
He is survived by the love of his life, Michelle, and his cherished children: Dre, Derek Jr., Reagan, Scarlett, Myrna, Serenity, Daniel, Diego, and Sophia. He also leaves behind his devoted parents, David and Beth Davila of Friona; his siblings: Joe Bob Orozco (Evelyn) of Friona, Cassandra Hutcherson (Will) of Normangee, David Davila III (Laura) of Pflugerville, Erica Crum (James) of Amarillo, and Samantha Davila (Justin) of Austin.
He will be lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews: Marcus, Julius, Mia, and Nico Orozco; Alexis, Bryanna, Thomas, and Roxy Hutcherson; Liah Davila; Boston Crum, Jeremiah Davila, Naivia Sintas, Eli Sintas, and Axel Crum, along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family.
Derek’s legacy is one of boldness, loyalty, humor, and heart. He will be remembered for his enormous laugh, sweet smile, adventurous soul, and continual love for his family and friends.
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Church service for Elva DeLeon, age 67, of Bovina, Texas, was held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Bovina with Father Nick Gerber of Bovina officiating. Rosary was said at 6:00 PM, Monday, September 29, 2025 at Ellis Funeral Home in Mulshoe, Texas. Burial was in Sunset Terrace Memorial Cemetery in Farwell, Texas. Elva died Thursday, September 25, 2025 in Friona, Texas. She was born August 23, 1958 in Hereford, Texas to Fernando and Maria (Marinez) Garcia. She married Tommy DeLeon in Hereford on December 22, 1979.
Elva worked at Friona ISD for over seven years. She loved to cook and fill her home with wonderful meals for her family including empanadas, tortillas, and enchiladas. Elva enjoyed sewing and crocheting. She loved volleyball as well. She was an avid fan of Mariachi and Tejano music. Above all, Elva was a woman of strong faith. Her family was her world, especially her grandkids. Elva was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Bovina. She is preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Fernando Garcia Jr.
Elva is survived by her husband, Tommy; her four sons, Lucas DeLeon and his wife, Elizabeth of Brownwood, Texas; Christopher DeLeon and his wife, Marissa of Amarillo, Texas; Marcos DeLeon of Bovina, Texas; and Gil DeLeon of Bovina, Texas; her daughter, Maria DeLeon of Clovis, New Mexico; her father-in-law, Gil DeLeon of Bovina, Texas; five sisters, Emma Perez and her husband, Rosalio of Greely, Colorado; Dora Garcia of Amarillo, Texas; Irma Estrada and her husband, Paul of Hereford, Texas; Rebecca Corral and her husband, Carlos of Amarillo, Texas; and Jessica Salas and her husband, Procopio of Utah; and her eight grandchildren, Angelita Abeyta, Malachi Maldonado, Gabriel Maldonado, Alex DeLeon, Alexis DeLeon, Geriah DeLeon, Mason DeLeon, and Remington DeLeon.
The family suggests memorials be sent to St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 409 South 3rd Street, Bovina, Texas, 79009. Online condolences may be made at www.ellisfuneralhomes.com.
Maria Cruz Calderon Gonzalez, 70 of Friona passed away September 25, 2025 in Amarillo. Celebration of Life Services were held at 3:00 PM Saturday September 27, 2025 at Templo De Adoracion of Friona with Pastor Roy Dominguez, officiating. Burial followed in the Friona Cemetery entrusted to HANSARD FAMILY Funeral Home of Friona.
Maria was born May 3, 1955 in Ciudad Acuña, Mexico to Petra Calderon Rico. Her main passion was her family. She loved God and that carried over into her life, as she was a loving and caring mother, and grandmother and loved to provide and travel with them. Their journey was her journey.
Preceding her in death was her mother-Petra Calderon Rico, husband-Jose Luis Gonzalez, daughter-Mayra Gonzalez and great-grandson- Elisha Escobedo.
Those to mourn her passing include 2 sons- Jose Luis Gonzalez II, and Heriberto Gonzalez both of Big Lake, 2 daughters- Maria Magdalena Gonzalez and Maricruz Licerio both of Friona, siblings-Benita Calderon, Isabel Calderon, Manuela Calderon, Oscar Calderon, Cirilo Calderon, Esteban Calderon, grandchildren-Perla Gonzalez, Raul Licerio, Jonathan Licerio, Diego Licerio, Estibali Tafoya, Lupita Gonzalez, Luis Adame, José Luis Gonzalez, Erica Gonzalez, Noelia Gonzalez, Alex Licerio, Oscar Gonzalez, Heriberto Gonzalez II, Magdalena Licerio, and Mayra Delgado, and 34 great-grandchildren.
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Teddy Cole White, newborn son of Hadley and Holly White, passed into the arms of Jesus on September 24, 2025. Private family services and burial was entrusted to HANSARD FAMILY Funeral Home of Friona.
He was preceded in death by his great grandfathers Teddy White and George Carlos Washington.
Those left to mourn his passing include his parents, one brother, Cooper Glen of the home, grandparents Brett and Carla Beamesderfer of Belton, TX, Bill and Jeri Lynn White of Friona, great grandparents Sharon White of Friona, Jerry and Janet LaFrance of Lubbock, Dorothy G. Washington, H. Edward and Linda Beamesderfer, and great, great grandfather Leonard Fillman, as well as his aunts and uncles, Adaline White, Anna Beamesderfer, Jarrett White, and Sean Beamesderfer.
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