Lovel’s life began in Cuero on October 11, 1946, as God Blessed Lovel Artice “Dicky” Blain, II (preceded) and Caroline Serino Blain with their first born son. Lovel grew up in Yorktown where he learned to love the country. His love for family began with his siblings, Patricia Nelson, Robert “Bobby” Blain, and Janet Cooper (preceded). In his youth and adolescent years, Lovel took pride in his musical talent, playing the saxophone, gained his confidence and strength through athletic talent, playing all sports for the Yorktown Wildcats, and worked many jobs to help his family and enjoy life.

The magic of Lovel’s life shown as God brought the love of his life, Avis Ann Blain to him in 1985. Their love story has been a true inspiration to their children and grandchildren, and Lovel was the best role model of love! Lovel and Avis Ann were married October 12, 1985, and he fulfilled his calling to be a father and selfless caretaker of his family. Lovel Artice “Buck” Blain, IV was his only son, and Lovel became a loving father to his three daughters, Avis Lynn Jalufka (Gabe), Amanda Rose Rickman (Clayton), and Alexis Ann Cooper (Justin). His genuine love for his family will be cherished forever. Along with his loving wife and children, Lovel gave his heart and soul to his 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandson, Justin Braylon Blain, Alexandra Jessica Blain, Avis Gabrielle Montgomery (Matthew), David Utah Jalufka, Rancher DeWitt Jalufka, Ashtyn Rose Draper, Hunton Callon Rickman, Daizy Ray Rickman, Jaydie Blain Cooper, Cash Cleo Cooper, Hope Ann Cooper, Grace Ann Cooper, and Judah William Montgomery. His grandchildren will cherish the love and support their Papa offered to them, always.

Lovel was a true cowboy, steward of the land, and caretaker of animals. He was forever grateful for his work family that made his dreams a reality. The Crozier Family, Knandel Family, and Chico Korth Family were loyal Landlords and friends for the past 50 years, and Dr. Crozier gave Lovel the opportunity to fulfill his purpose in his career.

Lovel was deeply active in his community and a devoted supporter of youth programs. He was a faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Meyersville, where he served as Superintendent of Sunday School and as a teacher. His dedication extended to many local organizations, including the Meyersville School Board, the Meyersville Volunteer Fire Department, the Cuero Gobbler All-Sports Booster Club, and the Cuero Livestock Show Board. He was also a proud member of the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum, a strong advocate for R-Calf and a dedicated supporter of the Texas Junior High Rodeo Association.

Lovel was honored to receive the Cuero Livestock Show Honoree Award, the Cuero Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Achievement Award, and the 2025 Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum Cowboy of the Year Award.

Lovel Blain, Papa, will always be remembered for his Life, Lessons, and Legacy A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 11 a.m. beneath the beautiful oak trees at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life and fellowship following interment at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum.

Pallbearers include Gabe Jalufka, Clayton Rickman, Justin Cooper, Justin Blain, Utah Jalufka, Rancher Jalufka, Cash Cooper, Jake Jacobs and Hunton Rickman.

Honorary Pallbearers include Alexandra Blain, Gabrielle Jalufka, Ashtyn Draper, Jaydie Cooper, Hope Cooper, Grace Cooper, Daizy Rickman, Stayton Weldon, Erroll John Deitze, Tooter Flack, Finley Blackwell, Dutton Lane, Bill Braden, Mark Doehrman, Buzz Jacoby, David Garcia, Robert Walsh, Johnny Blackwell, Steve Urbanovsky, Karl Kuecker, Marvin Cantrell, Ted Avant, Joe Adams, Ricky Gohmert, and Harlan Metting.

Honorary Family includes The Crozier Family, The Chico Korth Family, and The Knandel Family.

Our greatest love and thank you to Dr. Jennifer Gonzales and Hospice of South Texas, Dr. Ty Meyer, and all of the staff at the Dornburg Center for Compassion in Victoria, Texas. Memorials may be made to the Dornburg Center for Compassion – 1005 Mallette Drive, Victoria, Texas 77904 or The Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum, Cuero.

You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome. com.

Freund Funeral Home, 361-2752343.