TOM GREEN COUNTY TEXAS- Obits:San Angelo Standard-Times - November, 2004 ********************************************************************* ********** Thanks to the San Angelo Standard-Times for permission to put their obits and death notices in the USGenWeb Archives. The San Angelo Standard-Times is a E.W. Scripps newspaper. Copyright (c)2003 - http://www.texaswest.com/ http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm ********************************************************************* ********** The San Angelo Standard-Times is a E.W. Scripps newspaper. Copyright (c)2003 - http://www.texaswest.com/ http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm November 1 NANCY JANE RAWLS BAKER SAN ANGELO — Nancy Jane Rawls Baker, 82, of San Angelo passed away Saturday, Oct. 30, 2004, in San Angelo. Funeral service will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Larry Howard officiating. Interment will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Nancy was born Feb. 6, 1922, in Marfa, Texas, to her parents, Jack W. Rawls Sr. and Amy Poer Rawls. She married M.S. “Smitty” Baker on Aug. 26, 1941, in San Antonio, Texas, and they shared 63 beautiful years together. Nancy volunteered at Meals for the Elderly for many years. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother all of her life, and we will dearly miss her. She is survived by her family; husband, M.S. “Smitty” Baker of San Angelo; one son, Richard Baker of San Angelo; daughter and son-in- law, Diane Baker Leffman and Glenn Leffman of San Angelo; granddaughter, Jessica Gibbs and her husband, Scott Gibbs, of San Angelo; grandson, Will Wiggins and his wife, Karee, of Lyford, Texas; great-grandchildren, Logan and Keeley Gibbs of San Angelo, and Grayson Wiggins of Lyford; sister-in-law, Joy Elliot Rawls of Marfa, Texas; one nephew, Thomas Allen Rawls of San Angelo; and one niece, Amy Joy Britton of San Angelo. Pallbearers for the service will be Will Wiggins, Scott Gibbs, Glenn Leffman, Johnny Serrano, Clay Hubbard and Keith Wiggins. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Johnson’s Funeral Home MATTIE LEE WILLIAMS FERNANDES SAN ANGLEO — Mattie Lee Williams Fernandes died peacefully on Oct. 30, 2004, at The Summit in Lakeway where she had resided for several years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Arthur Fernandes; her father, Seborn Patterson Williams; mother, Henrietta Churchwell Williams; brothers, David, Sherman and Cecil; sisters, Alice, Lois, Marie, Zela; and daughter, Diane. She was born Oct. 10, 1924, on a farm near San Saba, Texas, and later moved to San Angelo with her family, where she resided until she graduated from Lake View High School in 1942. In that same year, she met and fell in love with a young soldier named Arthur who was stationed at nearby Camp Concho and, when he was transferred to Florida for additional training, followed by bus and married in Lake Wales, Fla., on Nov. 7, 1942. She returned to San Angelo with their first child, Gary, to await his return from the war. The years after the war saw the birth of four additional children, one of whom, Janice Diane, died in infancy. She worked in the U.S. Civil Service at both Goodfellow Air Force Base and Dyess Air Force Base, retiring only after suffering a serious aneurism in 1966. Despite the disabilities suffered as a result of the aneurism, she led a full and joyful life; fully engaging in caring for her children, enjoying her many friends and family, and participating in church activities. Mattie became a serious, but unpublished, writer of prose, poetry and music lyrics. She spent many happy hours recording her writings for later transcription. She is survived by her sons, Gary J. Fernandes of Dallas, A. Craig Fernandes of Austin and S. Scott Fernandes of Austin; her daughter, Karen Jukam of Austin; and her brothers, B.F. Williams of Corrigan, Texas, and Bill Williams of San Angelo. In addition, she is survived by 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Her indomitable spirit will be missed and will serve as an example for all who knew her. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. -8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Funeral service will be conducted at the funeral home in San Angelo, Texas, at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 1st., with Bro. Jim Wilkerson officiating. Interment will be in Fairmount Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family encourages donations to the Alzheimer’s Association, 7610 Stemmons Freeway, Suite 600, Dallas, TX 75247. Johnson’s Funeral Home FLORENCE ELIZABETH “LIZ” FREEMAN BALLINGER — Florence Elizabeth “Liz” Freeman of Ballinger passed away on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2004, at age 81. Liz was born Dec. 1, 1922, in Waycross, Ga., to Violet and James A. Kellam. She married Joe Freeman Jr. on April 20, 1945, in Waycross. Survivors include her husband, Joe Freeman Jr.; two daughters, Carol Jennings and husband Bobby, and Linda Cowart and husband David; a son, Jimmy Freeman and wife Peggy; five grandsons, Bryan Jennings, Josh Cowart, Matt Freeman and Stephen Freeman, all of Ballinger, and Luke Cowart of Gatesville; sister, Nancy Witherington of Athens, Ga.; sisters-in-law, Louise Kellam of Waycross, Ga., Edith Hubbell of Ballinger, and Mary Lee Freeman of California; brother-in-law, Daniel Freeman and wife Carolyn of Houston; and many nieces and nephews. Loved ones who preceded her in death are her parents; a brother, Jimmy Kellam Jr.; a grandson, Bob Jennings Jr.; and three brothers-in- law, Elmer Hubbell, Chester Witherington and Charles Freeman. Liz was a homemaker and loving wife and mother. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Ballinger. Her life centered on her family. She was a Cub Scout leader, a Girl Scout leader and taught Sunday school. She enjoyed playing bridge and was an avid reader and historian. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, in Evergreen Cemetery with the Rev. Jon Mark Fowler officiating. Her grandsons will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family would like to extend their most sincere appreciation to Mary Ferguson, Celia Pena and Melissa Salazar for their loving and compassionate care. Rains-Seale Funeral Home CHEYENNE FIVEASH SAN ANGELO — “By His stripes, she is healed” — Isaiah 53:5. Cheyenne Marie Fiveash, 13 years old, went home to be with the Father, our Lord, on Oct. 30, 2004, after a courageous battle with a brain tumor. Cheyenne leaves behind Roy Fiveash, her earthly father; Donna Barger Fiveash, her mother; brothers and sister, Michael Fiveash and wife Jodi, Christopher Fiveash and wife Leslie, and Diana Fiveash, all of San Angelo; paternal grandparents, William Elbert Fiveash and Ruby Bridges Fiveash, both of Paint Rock; maternal grandmother, Pearl Barger, and late grandfather, John H. Barger, “Grandpa Frog”; several aunts and uncles; favorite nieces, Alyssa, McKayla and Madison Fiveash; one nephew, Bryce Fiveash; her little Chihuahua baby, Cinnamon Sugar; and many, many friends and loved ones throughout the world. Cheyenne was born an athlete. She loved track, loved and played basketball on Coach Slate’s team, the Mystic Slates, and was a champion in Tang Soo Doo Karate with the Martial Arts Academies in San Angelo. Her trophies fill her room. Cheyenne was also a born animal lover. She could not pass up an animal without wanting to take it home. Of her many pets and animals, her horse, Black Jack, and her baby puppy, Cinnamon Sugar Fiveash, meant the world to her. She was an honorary constable with the Bexar County Constable’s Office in San Antonio and an honorary member of the Angelo State University Rambelles Basketball team, number 00. She was born in and raised near San Angelo and attended the 7th grade at Christoval Junior High School where she was an excellent student and where she leaves many, many friends. Recently, on her 13th birthday, her friends from Christoval Junior High had a billboard with Cheyenne’s photo, wishing her a happy birthday, placed on U.S. Hwy. 67, approximately 5 miles west of San Angelo, where it still stands. This gift gave Cheyenne immeasurable happiness, and was due in large efforts of Cheyenne’s very special friends, Mr. and Mrs. Greg Bouligny and their sons, James and John. In recent months, while battling a brain tumor, she has had the privilege of meeting thousands upon thousands of people through her Web site, www3.caringbridge.org/tx/cheyenne5/. Through this Web site, Cheyenne made many, many friends from all around the world, both children like herself, battling cancer, and complete strangers, who have gotten to know and love her. This Web site was her little ministry and gave her the opportunity to put a little sunshine in other cancer children’s lives. Service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, at Trinity Lutheran Church in San Angelo with burial in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, Cheyenne would prefer donations to your favorite charity. Her favorite charities were Shannon Hospital Miracle Kids Network, West Texas Make-a-Wish Foundation, Give Kids the World, The Tumbleweed Foundation and Audrey’s Umbrella. All organizations are dedicated to putting a little sunshine in a sick child’s life, and all are linked to her Web site above. Our Baby and Little Sister, We miss you so very, very much. Life is forever changed without you and endless sadness will invade each day. We are anxiously awaiting our reunion and homecoming in Heaven. We will love you forever and you will always be my little stink, my mama’s girl, my little sis, my little booger and my little turkey. We WILL see you later! Daddy, Mommy, Michael, Christopher and Diana Johnson’s Funeral Home November 2 GLORIA S. TREVINO SAN ANGELO — Gloria S. Trevino, 61, of San Angelo and Kingsville went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2004. She was born Dec. 27, 1942, to Gerardo Vera and Dominga Marroquin of Kingsville, Texas. Gloria married her devoted husband, Deacon Gerardo “Jerry” Trevino Jr., on July 22, 1962. She worked as a librarian at the Catholic Diocese of San Angelo. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Gerardo “Jerry”; and her four loving children, Norma Minkler and husband Andrew of Port Isabel, Texas, Terri Bland and husband Jim of Charlotte, N.C., Bertha Hernandez and husband Mykal of Germany, and Esteban “Tony” Trevino of San Angelo, Texas. She also has seven grandchildren, Colin Minkler, Ashley Bland, Michael Bland, Kristin Bland, Aaron Hernandez, Esai Hernandez and Olivia Hernandez. Rosary Vigil service will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 3, in the cathedral with the Most Rev. Michael D. Pfeifer, OMI, Bishop of San Angelo, presiding. Another evening Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 4, at Salinas/Ramirez Funeral Home in Kingsville, Texas, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 5, at St. Martin’s Catholic Church with the Rev. James Foelker, OMI presiding. Gloria was known for her kindness, good deeds and open heart. She was always willing to help others and gave of herself unselfishly. May the angels take her in their hands and guide her into heaven and may they watch over her as she watches over us. She will be greatly missed and mourned by all those who knew her. The family would like to express their gratitude and deepest thanks to all the family and friends who have helped out in this time of need. Johnson’s Funeral Home WILLIAM H. BRININSTOOL EUNICE, N.M. — William H. Brininstool, 78, of the Brininstool Ranch, 30 miles west of Jal, N.M., died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2004. He was born Aug. 21, 1926, in Carlsbad, N.M. Service was at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at Jal High School Auditorium. Officiating was Daniel Kowacich and the Rev. David Weyant. Burial was at the Brininstool Ranch. Mr. Brininstool owned the Brininstool Ranch and XL Transportation Company from 1964-1998 and maintained interests in the oil and gas industry. He was a U.S. Navy World War II veteran. He served as president of Jal Chamber of Commerce in 1956, was on Jal City Council in 1974, served nine years on the Lea County Fair Board, as Chairman of the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish from 1995-1999, and was a member of Lea County Water Users Association. He was elected Lea County Commissioner for his district in 1981, 1983 and 1997. Mr. Brininstool was awarded with the Lea County Fair Book for work with the Lea County 4-H program and the 4-H Silver Clover award. Honored as a Lea County Pioneer, he was named Outstanding Conservation Rancher of Lea SWCD in 1971 and 1992. He won Society for Range Management’s award for Excellence in Grazing Management in 1984. He was also Outstanding Citizen of Jal in 1980. He is survived by two sons, Lindsey Brininstool and wife Lisa of Lovington, and Mitchell Brininstool and wife T.J. of San Angelo, Texas; a sister, Joyce Anderson and husband Walter of Kermit, Texas; a daughter-in-law, Chris Brininstool of Jal; and grandchildren, Anna, Blake and Ryan Brininstool. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Effie Brininstool; and his brother, Carl Brininstool. Memorial contributions may be made to College of the Southwest, 6610 Lovington Hwy., Hobbs, N.M. 88240, to the attention of Terri. Calvary Funeral Home of Eunice CATHY LEE TEAL WELLS WAXAHACHIE — Cathy Wells, 54, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Nov. 1, 2004, at 4:50 a.m. at her home in Waxahachie. Cathy was born in Seminole, Texas, on Nov. 13, 1949, to Thomas Lehman Teal Jr. and Lillian Hills Teal. She graduated from Richland Springs High School in May 1968 and Howard Payne College on Aug. 10, 1973, with a bachelor’s of science in education and minor in English. She was a member of the Park Meadows Baptist Church. Cathy was a teacher at Waxahachie I.S.D. for 31 years. The W.I.S.D. Board of Trustees honored Cathy by naming her the recipient of the very first Teacher of the Month Award in January 1987. The past three years she was the librarian at Avalon I.S.D. Cathy and Pepper Wells, high school sweethearts, were married May 25, 1968, at the First Baptist Church in Richland Springs. They moved to Waxahachie in August of 1970 to begin their teaching careers. Cathy was always thinking and wanting to do for others. She tried to see that everyone was as happy as she could make them. The love of her life was her family, and she will be greatly missed by all that knew her. She is survived by her husband, Pepper Wells of Waxahachie; sons, Scott Pepper Wells and his wife, Melanie, and Eric Pepper Wells and his wife, Deann, all of Waxahachie; four grandchildren that gave her so much joy, Ryan Pepper, Madison Chandler, Allison Grace and Autumn Deann; her mother and stepfather, Lillian Teal and David Perkins of Brownwood; sister, Terry and Dale McKinnerney of Richland Springs; brothers, Dr. Tommy and Connie Teal of Brownwood, and Craig and Lavonna Teal of Waxahachie; mother-in-law, Billie Wells Standlee of Richland Springs; sister-in-law, Mitzi Wells Supak of Austin; and numerous nieces and nephews. She also left behind her constant companion, her pug, Max. She was preceded by her father, Thomas “Tex” Lehman Teal Jr.; father- in-law, Frank Wells; and stepfather-in-law, Raymond Standlee. The family will receive friends and relatives from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the Wayne Boze Funeral Home. The Celebration of Life will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, in the Pat Boze Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with Grady Cashion officiating. In lieu of flowers, Cathy had requested donations be made to the First Baptist Church Elevator Fund, Box J, Richland Springs, TX 76871. After four years with a courageous battle with cancer, we mourn for our loss, but are comforted in knowing Cathy has claimed her reward through Jesus Christ her Lord. “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness.” 2 Timothy 4:7. Condolences can be viewed at www.waynebozefuneralhome.com. Wayne Boze Funeral Home LORENA BURNEY SHELTON SAN ANGELO — Lorena Burney Shelton was born on Aug. 8, 1914, on the family ranch near Irion City, Texas. She attended the Burney School until it closed, and then graduated from Sherwood High School where she was a basketball player. She married Francis “Shot” Shelton on Feb. 6, 1931, in Mertzon, Texas. During World War II, she and her husband moved from the family ranch to Fort Worth where they both worked for Consolidated Corporation, where she was a radio inspector for military bomber airplanes. Following the war, they returned to Mertzon where her husband went to work at his uncle’s service station in Sherwood and she was a homemaker. After a time, together they established Shelton Motor Company, which still operates today as Shelton Oil and Gas and Shot’s Convenience Stores. Lorena is remembered by all as a loving wife and mother, a great hostess to both business associates and friends, a woman who loved to laugh and tell stories, a devoted friend and neighbor, and a faithful member of the First Christian Church of Mertzon, where she served for many years as the secretary/treasurer. She loved needlepoint, sewing, ceramics, gardening, just being at the ranch, and going fishing with her friends. Above everything else, Lorena was a devoted wife and mother, dedicated to all the endeavors and interests of her husband, Francis, and her son, Burney. She was preceded in death by parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Burney; two infant daughters; her brother, A.J. Burney; her sisters, Ina Evans, Alice Rankin and Helen Stateham; and her stepbrothers, Rufus, Guy and O.D. Burney. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Francis “Shot” Shelton; her son, Burney R. Shelton; seven nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. Lorena passed away on Sunday, Oct. 31, 2004, in San Angelo. Graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, in the Sherwood Cemetery with the Rev. Denise M. Bloomquist, minister of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Mertzon, presiding. Pallbearers for the service will be Ray Ivey, Howard Parks, Bill Shaw, Dave West, Lee Roy Covey, Bud Haynes, William Scott, Henry Cravens, Rance Brunson, Richie Cravens, Bud Poage, Jim Estes and Howard McKissack. Johnson’s Funeral Home JAMES O. HARMAN SAN ANGELO — James O. Harman, 70, of San Angelo passed away Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, in a local hospital. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, in Collinsville Cemetery in Collinsville. Arrangements are by Huff Funeral Home in Whitesboro. He was born Feb. 13, 1934, in Elmore City, Okla. James was preceded in death by one son, Jeff Harman. Survivors include two children, Jim Harman and wife Nancy of Lubbock, and Cathy Roach and husband Larry of San Angelo; two grandchildren, Missy Harman and Stephen Henry; one great- grandson, Christopher Michael Henry; one brother, Joe Harman of Indiana; and four sisters, Marion Faye Sabados of Pauls Valley, Okla., Paula McNutt and Betty Damron, both of Elmore City, Okla., and Judy Harman of Pauls Valley, Okla. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Johnson’s Funeral Home Dr. W. B. "DUB" ROBERTSON JR. OZONA — Dr. W.B. “Dub” Robertson Jr. passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 31, 2004. Graveside service will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, in Cedar Hill Cemetery. Dr. Robertson was born in Ozona, Texas, on June 5, 1924. He was the only child of William Ben Robertson and Bertha Cawley Robertson. He attended school in Ozona and graduated from Ozona High School. He joined the Navy in July 1943 and served overseas, honorably discharged in December 1945. “Dub” entered the University of Texas and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in June 1947. He entered Baylor University at Dallas and worked his way through graduate school. He received his “Doctorate of Dentistry” in June 1958. Dr. Robertson set up practice in Dallas, Texas, and later moved to Ozona to open his practice and ranch part time. In the 80s, “Dub” retired and became a full-time rancher. “Dub” loved antique automobiles and enjoyed reading. Memorials may be made to the Crockett County Library, the Crockett County Museum or a charity of your choice. Preddy Funeral Home November 3 EUNICE DEANE KATTES ELLIS SAN SABA — Eunice Deane Kattes was born Feb. 8, 1920, near Rogers, Texas, to Ben and Birdie Harkins Kattes. The family moved to Richland Springs, Texas, two and a half miles east of the town, to live on a stock farm, in December 1925. Eunice Deane attended school at Richland Springs and graduated there in 1937. On Sept. 5, 1940, Eunice Deane and Robert Ellis were married at the Methodist Parsonage in San Saba, Texas. They made their home on the Ellis Ranch in Sloan Community, where they raised their family and worked together on the ranch the next 56 years. Robert passed away Nov. 29, 1996. They were both members and elders of New Hope Presbyterian Church. Eunice Deane was active in community and church activities, serving as Sunday school teacher, historian and held several offices in Women of the Church. Eunice Deane was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother and friend to all who knew her. Survivors are her three sons, Bob and Gwen, Dick and Luanne and Dale and Patsy Ellis; brother, Rex Kattes; grandchildren, Brad Ellis and his wife, Sonya, Tammy Ellis, Dane Ellis and his wife, Leslie, Dana Ellis, Patricia Ellis, Kristi Ellis and Justin Ellis and his wife, Bonnie; great- grandchildren, Brittany, Adam, Analese and Tanner Dean. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, one brother, two sisters, and two grandchildren. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, in the Howell-Doran Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jim Turley officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the funeral home. The family requests that memorials be made to the San Saba County Volunteer E.M.S. Howell-Doran Funeral Home RUBY EVELYN PURYEAR ROSENTHAL SAN ANGELO — On Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, Ruby “Biddie” Rosenthal answered the Lord’s call and entered into His presence, following a lengthy illness. Service will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 4, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor Chester McCown officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Family visitation will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 3, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Ruby was born Dec. 10, 1929, the year of the stock market crash and the beginning of the Great Depression, at home to Fannie Evelyn Stewart Puryear and Robert Lee Puryear in San Angelo, Texas. She often remarked that she was brought up in “the worst of times by the best of people.” Her formal education ended early, but she later attained her GED and even took courses in computers and art at Angelo State University. She was blessed with artistic ability to paint beautiful landscapes. She began a career in the workforce which spanned 50 years beginning in Grandma’s Cookie Factory in Fort Worth, Texas, when she was 14 years of age, and ended upon her retirement after 27 years as an employee of Ethicon. She considered the years as a full time homemaker the most desirable job she ever held. Ruby married the love of her life, Fritz Rosenthal, on Feb. 22, 1947. She often commented that when they wed, she was blessed to have married his wonderful family as well. Her love for them held true her whole life. Ruby had a great sense of humor and made many lasting friendships over her lifetime. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, loving wife, exceptional mother and a terrific “Mimi” to her nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Ruby was a beautiful, strong, independent and diverse woman with high morals and values. She was active in the lives of each family member, making many special and happy memories with each one. Ruby enjoyed her church family at Trinity Lutheran. She was a special neighbor to many, her most treasured neighbors being in the 1200 block of East 21st street and, more recently, special neighbors at the Century Terrace Apartments. Ruby was a classy lady who could actually wear white all day and still look fresh in the evening. She had lovely, artistic hands, and her hair was beautifully styled day and night regardless of the outside temperature. Ruby enjoyed a variety of activities with a large circle of friends. She enjoyed bowling in leagues, football games, playing golf, lively card games and weekly family domino games. Over the years, she enjoyed many trips to Las Vegas with family and friends. The love and light of her life was always her family. Her best friend was her sister. Ruby was close to and enjoyed each child and grandchild as she considered them blessings from the Lord. She supported their activities in schools, church, sports and scouting. Ruby made all holidays special and memorable. Her fried chicken, Sunday dinners with bread pudding and backyard barbecues were special memories of family members. She said her life was truly blessed. Ruby was a traditional Lutheran by faith, and as a believer was looking forward to heaven, joining all the loved ones and saints who had gone on before. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, John A. Puryear; stepfather, J. Lee Williams; and some special family and friends. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Sue Taylor and husband, Jim, Carol Elliott and husband, Bill; and her son and daughter-in-law, Fritz A. Rosenthal Jr. and wife, Rena. “Mimi” is further survived by grandchildren Michelle Kearby and husband, Russell, Mont Taylor and wife, Paula, Crystal “Cissi” Elliott, April Bivens and husband, Kevin, Cody Elliott and wife, Ashley, Wendy, Samantha, Aaron, and Jessica Rosenthal. Also surviving her are great-grandchildren Riley, Reese and Jaraden Kearby, Cheyenne Donaldson, Josie and Sophie Bivens, Grayson and Haiden Taylor and Cade and Julianna Elliott. Surviving siblings are Robert Puryear of Lavernia, Texas, and Ruth Sellers of San Angelo. Her aunt, Sue Winters of San Angelo is her remaining close paternal relative. “Biddie” leaves four sisters-in-law, Victoria Thompson of Cuero, Texas, Freida Wilson of San Angelo, Lee Paul of San Antonio, Texas, and Marie Taylor of Hitchcock, Texas. She leaves numerous beloved nieces, nephew, cousins and host of wonderful friends, including a close cousin, Maxine Tyler and good friends Eva and Pete Narvid. Pallbearers will be nephews Mike Tyler, Gary Manning, Jeff Manning, Bruce Baxter, Robert Puryear, David Thompson and Mike Ethridge. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Tyler, Vernon Thompson, Steve Thompson, Gary Puryear, Jimmy Jackson, Hubert Jackson, Billy Don Jackson, Johnny Robbins, Jerry Lee and Jon Paul. Mimi will be sorely missed, always loved and forever remembered. Those who knew and loved her will miss her smile and loving countenance. The family wishes to thank most sincerely Dr. Denver Marsh for his excellent care over these past 10 years, Dr. Ammar Ayass, a most kind and caring physician, San Angelo Home Medical staff who were caring as well as professional, Intrepid Home Health, Hospice of San Angelo and all who assisted in the care and management of Ruby’s health. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, the American Lung Association, Trinity Lutheran School or any favorite charity. “From the fullness of HIS grace we have all received one blessing after another.” John 1:16 Johnson’s Funeral Home BOBBY GENE MILLER SAN ANGELO — Bobby Gene Miller, 68, of San Angelo died Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2004, in a local hospital. No services are planned at this time. Bobby was born July 13, 1936 in Vaiden, Miss. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a retired oil field truck driver. Bobby was married to Nora Williams on Jan. 31, 1964, in San Angelo. His daughter Debbie Smith preceded him in death on March 12, 2004. Survivors include his wife, Nora Miller of San Angelo; grandchildren Ashlee and Rebbecca, both of San Angelo; sister, Louise Nichols of Katy; brother, Jesse Miller of San Angelo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Johnson’s Funeral Home ARTHUR LEON ANGELO JR. ARTHUR LEON ANGELO JR. KLEIN — Arthur Leon Angelo Jr., 36, passed away Sunday, Oct. 31, 2004. Art was born in Nederland, Texas, on July 12, 1968. He is survived by his wife, Tina Angelo; his 3-year-old twins, Lucas Angelo and Sofia Angelo; his parents, Art and Connie Angelo; sister, Martha Angelo Owens; brother, Basil Michael Angelo; nephew, Arthur Austin Angelo; grandmother, Athanasia Pappaconstantinou of Greece; aunts, Sophia Weir, Alexandra Rogakos, Nitsa Tsenes and Georgia Brandon; uncle, George Pappas; and by numerous uncles, cousins and in-laws. Art graduated from Klein Forest High School in 1986, where he was voted Mr. Klein Forest by the student body. He was a linebacker and running back for the varsity football team. He received a bachelor of science degree, majoring in business administration from LeTourneau University. Art worked as a supervisor for GTE in San Angelo, Texas, for many years before moving to Dallas, and working as a project manager for Valor Telecommunications. Most recently he was general manager of North Houston Dental Center. Art, or as we called him, “Hans”, a nickname for his handsome good looks, will be remembered by his kind and gentle spirit, his loving nature and wonderful sense of humor. He had a unique way of touching those around him, and that is why he had such an incredibly close network of friends and family. His spirit will live on through his children who were the center of his life. A Trisagio prayer service and visitation will be at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, at Klein Funeral Home, 16131 Champion Forest Drive. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 4, at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 3511 Yoakum Blvd., Houston, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the “Angelo Children’s Fund,” make checks to Faustina Angelo, c/o Charlie Hudson, 1311 Freshwater Bay Court, Spring, TX 77379. Klein Funeral Home LOUIS MELVIN BRUCE JUNCTION — Louis Melvin Bruce, 56, of Burleson, and formerly of Junction, died Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2004. Louis was born in San Angelo on March 6, 1948, to Sammie and Ella Mae Maisie Bruce of Junction. Louis grew up in Junction and loved the people and the town. He graduated from Junction High School in May 1966, as salutatorian of his class. After graduation, he attended Schreiner Institute, now Schreiner University, in Kerrville, and Sul Ross University in Alpine. He also attended the University of Houston where he completed his bachelor’s degree in English and graduated with honors from pharmacy school there. He worked as a pharmacist during his life, however, he had always entertained pursuing teaching English because of his love for literature. Louis was a kind, gentle, loving person who loved life and laughter. His love for his family and friends was evident in the way he lived, and he will be missed in more ways than his loved ones can even imagine at this time. Graveside service was held for Louis on Saturday, Oct. 30, in Burleson, with arrangements by Crosier Pearson Mayfield Funeral Home. Burial was in Burleson at Burleson Memorial Cemetery. Louis is survived by his wife, Toni; and three sons, Mark and wife, Kris, of Arlington, Jerry Lynn and wife, Karen, of Milwaukee and Scott and wife, Diedre, and their son, Jeffrey, of Sasche; his parents, Sammie and Maisie Bruce of Junction; three sisters, Paula Bruce of Junction, Lynn Benningfield and husband, Ron, of Georgetown and Sammie Van Winkle and husband, Michael, of Kerrville; three nephews, Lance Schultz and his son, Dakyrii, of Huntsville, Bruce Schultz and wife, Lacy, and their son, Jayden, of Saratoga Springs, N.Y., and Zachary Van Winkle of Kerrville; two nieces, Lori Purser and husband, Jonathan, and their son, Samuel, of Fort Worth and Holly Harrison and her daughter, Emma, of Taylor; and many other beloved relatives. November 4 JOANN ATHANAS CHAKOS SAN ANGELO — Joann Athanas Chakos passed away peacefully on Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, at her daughter’s home. She was born Sept. 10, 1921, in San Angelo, Texas, and attended local schools through her first year in high school. She then moved with her parents, George and Katherine Athanas, and sisters, Mary and Bea, to Sweetwater, Texas, where she graduated from Sweetwater High School in 1939. She then attended San Angelo College, now Angelo State University. With World War II commencing at that time, she began working at Goodfellow Air Force Base and then transferred to a New Mexico Air Force base for one year. She returned to Goodfellow and worked there until the end of the war. After the war, she worked at San Angelo National Bank and, at that time, married Alex Chakos in 1947, who had been stationed at Mathis Field for bombardier training. They moved to Chicago, Alex’s home, and lived there for one year. When Alex was accepted at Texas Tech University for architectural training, they moved to Lubbock, Texas, and lived there until 1952. In the ensuing years, Joann worked for her father at the Five Point Drive-Inn, at First Savings and Loan, at Poulter Abstract Co., at J.P. Stevens Wool Co., at Foster Communications and with her daughter in her interior design business, The Designers Studio Inc. She made many good, lifelong friends in her workplaces and was much appreciated for her thorough and meticulous work habits. Because she was very artistically talented, she was especially helpful to her daughter, but always eager to help anyone in need. She will be greatly missed, for she had many dear friends. After 1982, Joann no longer worked out of the home so that she could devote time and energy to her much loved grandchildren, Michael and Alexis. They were the light of her life and she loved taking them on vacations all over the country. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, always encouraging and helping with her loved ones’ endeavors. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Alex Chakos; daughter, Pam Norton Medlin; two sisters, Mary Spenser and Beatrice Athanas; one grandson, Michael Norton of Philadelphia; and one granddaughter, Alexis Norton of Savannah, Ga. A Trisagion service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 5, at the Assumption of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church with Father James Hademenos officiating. Burial will follow in Fairmount Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Kouvelis, Chris Kouvelis Sr., Johnny Kalaitzes, George Alexander, Tim Beys and Bob Zentner. The family expresses its sincere thanks and appreciation to the Hospice of San Angelo staff, particularly Janet Henson, for her kind and loving care. The family requests memorials be made to the Greek Orthodox Church or Hospice of San Angelo. Johnson’s Funeral Home LAWRENCE B. SIMPSON PLAINVIEW — Lawrence B. Simpson, 83, died Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, in a Plainview hospital. Service will be at 10 a.m. Nov. 4, at First Baptist Church with Dr. Travis Hart officiating. Burial will be at 4 p.m. in Rule Cemetery in Rule, Texas. Mr. Simpson was born June 23, 1921, in Rule. He graduated form Rule High School in 1939. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II from 1942 to 1946, training at Brooks Army Hospital in San Antonio as a lab and X-ray technician. He served in that capacity in England, France and Germany. He moved to San Angelo in 1946 and worked in the medical field for over 30 years. He later did construction work until he retired in 1986. He married Virginia Palmer in 1997 and moved to Plainview. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and a long time member of Lions International. Memorials may be made to Hale County Senior Citizens Center, 1107 Smyth, Plainview, TX, 79072, or your favorite charity. Kornerstone Funeral Directors IVA JANE LEE ANDREWS — Miss Iva Jane Lee, 91, of Midland passed away Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, in a local hospital. She was born Nov. 3, 1912, in Midland, to Raleigh D. and Iva Jane Smith Lee. Miss Lee was a lifelong resident of Midland and a member of First Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and four sisters. She is survived by one niece, Melba Hart of Alpine; numerous nieces and nephews; and great and great-great nieces and nephews. Graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, in the Fairview Cemetery, in Midland, with the Rev. Steve Wilkins officiating. Andrews Funeral Home November 5 IMOGENE CARRIE BRYAN MYERS SAN ANGELO — Imogene Carrie Bryan Myers, 80, of Mertzon died Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2004, at her residence. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at the Iraan First Baptist Church with Brother Mike Wright, pastor of First Baptist Church in Iraan, officiating. Imogene was born May 6, 1924, in Whon, Texas, to William and Brunette Carter Featherston. She was a self-employed beautician. Imogene was preceded in death by her first husband, Johnny Bryan, who passed in 1987; and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include her husband, Hayden Myers of Mertzon; a daughter, Kay Duke of Tucson, Ariz.; two stepdaughters, Sandy Wilson and husband Dave of Princeton, Texas, and Judy Mabry and husband Sid of Mertzon, Texas; three grandchildren, Carrie Orchard and husband Charlie of Los Angeles, Calif., Tad Duke and wife Dianna of Mission Viejo, Calif., and Collin Duke and wife Angel of Frisco, Texas; two great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mattie Zue Hill of Fort Worth. Robert Massie Funeral Home JOHNIE ALLENE COX SAN ANGELO — Johnie Allene Cox, our wonderful Mother and Granny, went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday morning, Nov. 2, 2004. She was 89 years of age. She was born one of eight children on Jan. 26, 1915, in Godley, Texas, to Johnie and James Berry. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 68 years, Mel Cox. Johnie was part of that “Greatest Generation,” and contributed to the war effort in the ‘40s as a Lockheed Aircraft “Rosie the Riveter.” Johnie and Mel lived in San Juan in the Rio Grande Valley for 50 years, where she retired as an employee of Southwestern Bell. They moved to San Angelo in 1991. Johnie worked as a Baptist Memorials Hospital volunteer for many years. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church, where she loved being a part of the Melody Makers. Survivors include her daughter, Betty Lou Smith and husband Carlton of San Angelo; her son, Leon Cox and wife Margaret of Kerrville; seven grandchildren, Su-z Kleinhans and husband David of Odem, Buddy Smith of New York City, Kay Graves and husband Perry of Rankin, Jeff Smith and wife Kelly of Abilene, Caren Miller and husband Ray of Baytown, Drew Cox and wife Faye of Sonora, and Scott Cox and wife Linda of Fort Worth; 12 great- grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Great-grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 8, in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Fairmount Cemetery. The Rev. Scott Cox, grandson and pastor of Ridglea Baptist Church of Fort Worth, will conduct the memorial celebration. Thank you, Mother, for five generations of love. Johnson’s Funeral Home November 6 EVELYN MARGARET ENGLERT BALLINGER — Evelyn Margaret Englert, 95, passed away Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004, in Runnels County Rehab and Nursing Center. Funeral Mass will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Olfen. Burial will follow at 3:30 p.m. in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens in San Angelo. Evelyn was born on July 15, 1909, in Beckham County, Okla., to Marvin and Sarah Fore Hodnett. She married Willie Englert at Olfen, Texas, in 1931. Evelyn worked at St. John’s Hospital in San Angelo as a nurse for many years. After retirement she continued her love of nursing by working as a private sitter. She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Jimmy Englert; daughter, Jean Tiller; great-great-grandson, Cole Harrell; brothers, Roy Hodnett, Troy Hodnett and Harvey Hodnett; and sisters, Pearl Young and Lucille Stroud. Survivors include her children, Daniel Englert and wife Carolyn of Mobile, Ala., Laverne Gully and husband Hilary of Olfen, Ervin Englert and wife Gladys of San Angelo, and Bernice Finto of San Antonio; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; nine great-great- grandchildren; sisters, Francis Knowles, Loraine Peacock, Dorothy Baber and Janie Gardner; and brother, Wayne Hodnett. Evelyn will always be remembered as a kind and loving caregiver. Rains-Seale Funeral Home OUIDA LEE SAN ANGELO — Ouida Lee, 40, of Grape Creek left this life to be with her Heavenly Father and savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2004, after a three-year battle with cancer. She was born in Lubbock on June 2, 1964, to Patricia and Thomas Lee. She is survived by her mother, Patricia Bonds; father and stepmother, “Pop” Thomas and Adelle Lee; her lifetime companion, Becky Hair; stepson, Travis “Slick” Fant Jr.; brother, Tommy McVinnie and wife Melinda; sister, Lisa Myer and husband Gary; grandmother, Daisy Davances; nieces, Cierra and Samantha; nephews, Shawn, Micheal, Matthew, Cody and Dustin; six uncles; one aunt; cousin, Robert Ward and his wife, Lisa; as well as numerous other cousins, and friends who knew and loved her. Service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at Christian Faith Center, 1414 N. Chadbourne. November 7 ALBERT PAYNE SAN ANGELO — Albert Payne Sr., 80, of San Angelo passed away Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2004, in a local hospital. Service will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8, in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Albert was born April 8, 1924, in Brackettville, Texas, to Allen and Rosie Wilson Payne. He was a resident of San Angelo since 1953, a U.S. Army veteran, and retired from Mitsubishi Aircraft. Albert was married to Peggy Vasquez Factor on June 14, 1947, in Musquiz, Coahuila, Mexico. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Payne of San Angelo; sons, Robert Payne Sr. of Grand Prairie, Albert Payne Jr. of Houston, and Lorenzo Payne and Glenn Payne, both of San Angelo; daughters, Mary Payne of San Angelo, Rosetta Payne Ross of Springfield, Va., and Jo Ann Payne of San Angelo; sister, Viola Faye of Del Rio; 16 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Johnson’s Funeral Home JANE MURPHY BLACK OZONA — Jane Murphey Black, 84, died Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004, in Ozona, Crockett County, Texas. Service will be at 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8, at the Ozona United Methodist Church. She was born Dec. 22, 1919, in San Angelo, Texas, to George Murphey and Minnie Stinebaugh Murphey. Her father ranched near Sweetwater, Texas, where she graduated from high school in 1936. She married Charlie Black Jr. on March 5, 1937, and they began ranching in Crockett County. After his death in 1966, Jane continued to operate the ranch until she retired in 1999. Jane had a strong sense of civic duty and served her community and church in many ways. She was a member of the Ozona United Methodist Church for 58 years, where she served as a youth and adult teacher, trustee and chairman of the administrative board. She was a member of the Ozona Woman’s for 55 years and was president for two different terms. She was proud of the club’s numerous projects that benefited her community. She was a past member of the Crockett County Hospital Board and was memorials chairman of the Crockett County Unit of the American Cancer Society for 36 years. She also served on various agricultural committees. In 1999, Jane received the “Legacy of Spirit” award from the Ozona Chamber of Commerce for her community service and strong pioneering spirit. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Black Jr.; and sister, Jean Meyer of Mason. Survivors include son, Bill Black and wife, Susie, of Ozona; daughter, Judy Hall and husband, Tony Hall, of Junction; grandchildren, Will M. Black and wife, Vickie, Sue Ellen Crawford and husband, Terry, Ira Childress and wife, Karin, Clay Childress and wife, Shelly, all of Ozona, Stephen Hall of Dallas and Andrew Hall of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; great-grandchildren, Weslee, Wendy and Whitney Wilson of Arthur, Neb., Murphey and Allie Black and Carson Childress of Ozona; one sister, Billie Jo Carver of Flagstaff, Ariz.; and longtime friends Dorothy and Beecher Montgomery of Ozona. Preddy Funeral Home GALE ALLEN BROCK SANTA ANNA — Gale Allen Brock passed away on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004, at the Regency House in San Angelo, Texas. Service will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7, at the First Presbyterian Church of Santa Anna with the Rev. John Reynolds and the Rev. Ken Dahlberg officiating. Interment will follow in the Santa Anna Cemetery. The family received friends from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at Henderson Funeral Home. Gale was born in Santa Anna, Texas, on Dec. 10, 1921, to the late Sam H. and Elizabeth Martin Collier. She graduated from Santa Anna High School in 1938 and received her bachelor’s degree from Daniel Baker College. In 1947, she married Walter Jack Allen, who preceded her in death in 1970. She was past president of the Midland Women’s Business Club, and a member of the ESA Sorority and DAR. Gale made a career in the insurance business and, in 1963, returned to Santa Anna to take over her father’s insurance agency. She expanded the agency to Coleman, Texas, in the early 1970s into what is now known as Countywide Insurance Service. She sold the agency and embarked on a second career as a teacher at Santa Anna High School, a vocation she also loved. Gale moved to San Angelo in 1998 and became a member of Sierra Vista United Methodist Church. She was an active member of Santa Anna First Presbyterian Church where she led the choir and served as a deacon. The majority of her life she lived in Santa Anna and was proud to serve on the city council and as mayor. For a number of years she also served as Justice of the Peace for Coleman County Precinct Two. In 1974, she married Byron Douglas Brock in Santa Anna; Mr. Brock preceded her in death in 1996. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Sam and Joy Allen of San Angelo, Texas; her grandchildren, Zack and Carly Allen; two stepsons, David Brock of Sugarland, Texas, and Randall Brock of Federal Way, Wash.; and by dear friends, Roy and Katy Harvey of Brownwood, and Gaye and Raymond Sewell of San Angelo. Gale is also survived by a host of dear friends, colleagues, classmates and fellow church members in Santa Anna and elsewhere, whom she remembered fondly and thought of often. Memorials may be directed to the Santa Anna Cemetery Association, the Santa Anna First Presbyterian Church, or Sierra Vista United Methodist Church of San Angelo. Henderson Funeral Home ALICE NELL MICKELBERRY FRANKEN SAN ANGELO — Alice Nell Mickelberry Franken, age 75, passed away Saturday morning, Nov. 6, 2004, at a local hospital. She was born in Kerney, Neb., on Nov. 11, 1928, to R.J. and Bessie Mickelberry. She married Robert Franken., M.D., on April 16, 1954. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Franken Olsen of Perry, Ga.; grandchildren, Michael W. Olsen, Scott A. Olsen, Andrew W. Olsen, Stephen J. Olsen, Timothy H. Pittman, Anthony S. Pittman and Gregory A. Pittman; and great-grandchildren, Cassandra J. Olsen, Katherine Elise Olsen, Alyssa Olsen and Colin Olsen. Alice was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and son Glen Franken. Johnson’s Funeral Home November 9 CINDY CLAIRECE RYCHLIK STANER BAYTOWN — Cindy Clairece Rychlik Staner was 36 when she departed this life on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004, at her home in Kenefick, Texas. Born in San Angelo, Texas, on Feb. 23, 1968, she and her family moved to Houston in 1984, and later to Baytown. A 1987 graduate of Ross S. Sterling High School, she married Rett Staner in March of 1998. She had many diverse interests and worked in several fields, most recently in accounting at Chem Spray in La Porte. She was preceded in death by her father, Jerry S. Rychlik Sr. She is survived by her loving husband, Rett L. Staner of Kenefick; children, Patric L. Staner, Lynsey R. Staner and Leslie Staner, all of Dayton; mother and stepfather, Vivian and Charles Henderson of Baytown; brother, Jerry S. Rychlik Jr. and wife Sheri of San Angelo; sisters, Audrey Hodges and husband Butch, Wendy Ann Newbury and husband Michael, and Juley Mae Staner and husband Heath; nieces and nephews, Andy Hodges, Nikki Hodges, Ashley Hodges, Jeremy Rychlik, Joshua Rychlik, Ashley Newbury, Jerry Newbury, Travis Colvin, Trevor Colvin, Ashton Staner, Jessey Staner and Josey Staner; parents-in-law, Dee and Judy Staner of Anahuac; and sister-in-law, Deanna Staner of Houston. The family will receive visitors at L.A. Crespo Funeral Directors from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9. A celebration of her life will begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, in the chapel of L.A. Crespo Funeral Directors. Interment will follow in Memory Garden Cemetery. Honoring the family as pallbearers will be Patric L. Staner, Butch Hodges, Mike Newbury, Heath Staner, Andy Hodges, Jerry Newbury, Travis Colvin and Trevor Colvin. Cindy’s beauty could only be matched by her beautiful spirit. She will be remembered for her love of the outdoors, her joy in celebrating the holidays, her famous cherry pie, and her selfless way of doing things for others, but her pride and her passion was her family. L.A. Crespo Funeral Directors JOE EARL DAVIS SAN ANGELO — Joe Earl Davis, 50, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004, in San Angelo. Funeral service will be at noon Wednesday, Nov. 10, at St. Paul Baptist Church with the Rev. Fredd Adams officiating. Interment will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Joe Earl was born Oct. 18, 1954, in Dallas, Texas, to his parents, Warren and Lue N. Govan Davis. He served in the U.S. Navy for 22 years. He is survived by his loving family; one son, Christopher Shelton of Virginia; two daughters, Tricia Shelton and Tamara Davis, both of Virginia; two grandchildren, Terrell Shelton and Yashia Shelton of Virginia; mother, Lue N. Davis of San Angelo; two brothers, Warren Davis and his wife, Denise, of Chicago, and Samuel Davis and his wife, Renita, of San Angelo; two sisters, Linda Jackson of South Carolina, and Evelyn Smith and her husband, John, of Lawton, Okla.; four nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Johnson’s Funeral Home ARISTEO DIAZ VALDEZ SAN ANGELO — Aristeo Diaz Valdez, 77, of San Angelo passed away Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004, in San Angelo. Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with the Rev. Terry Brenan as celebrant. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Aristeo was born Sept. 3, 1927, in Yorktown, Texas, to his parents, Aurelio and Ramona Diaz Valdez. He married Selestina Valdez on Feb. 17, 1945, and they shared 58 beautiful years together. He was a master heavy equipment operator most of his life, and he was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather; we will dearly miss him. He is survived by his loving family, wife, Selestina Valdez of San Angelo; two daughters, Paula Youngkin and her husband, Michael, of San Angelo, and Linda Rogers and her husband, Charles, of Colleyville, Texas; three granddaughters, Melissa Rogers of Euless, Lisa Ortegon of San Angelo and Marie Youngkin of San Angelo; one grandson, Daniel Ortegon of San Angelo; three brothers, Blas Valdez and his wife, Becky, of Groveland, Fla., Guadalupe Valdez and his wife, Isabel, of Groveland, Fla., and Valentin Valdez and his wife, Maria, of Naples, Fla.; two sisters, Dominga Rodriguez and her husband, Salvador, of Groveland, Fla., and Agustina Rubalcada and her husband, Jimmy, of San Angelo; half sisters, Janie Alvarez and her husband, Raphael, of San Angelo, Victoria Valdez of Florida, Estella Vallejo and her husband, Lauro, of Florida, Mary Lou Bustos and her husband, Pedro, of Florida, Epifania Alvarez and her husband, Daniel, of Florida, Enriqueta Gutierrez and her husband, Maurelio, of Florida, Diana Aguero of San Angelo, and Angela Molina of San Angelo; one half brother, Jerry Molina of San Angelo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers for the service will be Jimmy Martinez, Nate Martinez, Frank Martinez, Leon Martinez, Julian Martinez Sr. and Julian Martinez Jr. Memorials may be made to The St. Mary’s Catholic Church Building Fund. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks and gratitude for all of the loving care given to their father by Dr. Falzur Rahman and everyone at VistaCare Hospice. Johnson’s Funeral Home HOWARD J. JONES SAN ANGELO — Howard J. Jones, a lifelong servant of God, met his Lord and Savior at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, at First Baptist Church of Hamlin with the Rev. Donnie Harbers officiating. Graveside service will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens in San Angelo, with Dr. Kyle Reese officiating. Howard was born in Bronte on Sept. 21, 1919, to Hugh and Ollie Norman Jones. After graduating from high school in Mineral Wells, he earned an associate’s degree from Weatherford Junior College, where he was student body president, prior to completing his formal education at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene. He was called to the ministry and ordained in 1940. His life was dedicated to serving the Lord as pastor of churches in Dobbs Valley, Abilene, Loraine, Wellington, McAllen, Amarillo, Fort Worth, Greenville and Hamlin, as well as completing 16 interim pastorates. He served two terms on the executive board of the Baptist General Convention of Texas and was named Hamlin’s Man of the Year in 1978. Over the years, Howard held more than 150 Revivals across Texas and Oklahoma. At the time of his death, he was a member of First Baptist Church of San Angelo and the Joshua Sunday School class. He married Madge Miller on Aug. 30, 1941. Madge was his sweetheart and his inspiration for the past 63 years. Howard was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Edie Pate; and his brother, Norman Jones. He is survived by his wife, Madge; children, Howard Jones of Austin, David and Arlene Jones of Bruni, and Harley and Jamie Highsmith of San Angelo; grandchildren, Trent and Teressa Hensley of San Antonio, Jason and Molly Jones of Aliso Viejo, Calif., Amy Jones and Jolyn Groom, both of Las Vegas, Sheli Highsmith of San Angelo, and Lara Jones and Hugh David Jones, both of Bruni. The family wishes to thank the staffs of Shannon Hospital and SCCI Hospital for their care of Howard. They extend special thanks to Nurse Janette Dailey and Dr. Brian Rappe, physician and friend. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of San Angelo or a favorite charity. November 11 ROZELLA WILCOX SAN ANGELO — Rozella Wilcox, 82, of San Angelo passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2004. She was born May 8, 1922, in San Angelo to Marvin Hale and Susie Prine Hale. Rozella graduated from San Angelo College and later worked for Armstrong, Bakus and Baker where she later retired. Rozella is survived by her son, Allen Wilcox of San Angelo; daughter, Susan Wilcox of San Angelo; grandson, Dave Wilcox of Oklahoma; two great grandsons; sister, Myrna Sebolt and husband, Bob, of San Angelo; nieces Karen Headrick and husband, Tommy, of Marble Falls, Lisa Sheppard and husband, David, of San Angelo; nephew, Glenn Sebolt and wife, Sherri, of Odessa; and several great-nieces and nephews. Family visitation will be 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 12, in Fairmount Cemetery. Johnson’s Funeral Home ORVILLE BRITT PATY SWEETWATER — Orville Britt Paty, 92, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004, at Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 12, at First United Methodist Church in Roscoe, Texas. The Rev. Vernon Baker and Joe Bagby will officiate. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, at McCoy Funeral Home in Sweetwater. Orville was born on Dec. 17, 1911, to Emory and Vernie Jenny Lewellen Paty in Little Rock, Ark. His childhood was spent in Louisiana and Fort Worth, Texas. He graduated from Texas Christian University with a bachelor of science in education, and a master’s degree in administration. He did doctoral work at Texas Tech University. While at TCU, he played football, basketball and baseball. He married Marjorie Lane Small on June 29, 1940, in Fort Worth, Texas. They were blessed with four children, Orville Wayne, Joseph Lee, Ronald “Britt” and Lady Pam. His teaching, coaching and administrative career encompassed Kaufman, Iraan, Hermleigh, Roscoe and PPI Adult education in Sweetwater. He was a certified Lay Speaker at the First United Methodist Church in Roscoe, where he taught Sunday school and served faithfully in all capacities for 40 years. His pride and joy was his wife of 64 years, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He enjoyed fishing, playing bridge and watching sports, preferably baseball. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Emory; sister, Marjorie; son, Britt; sister, Doris; sister, Meda; and great- grandson, Chandler. He will always be remembered as a precious husband, father, brother and “Paw-Paw,” being the kindest, most loving man there ever was. The lives he touched as an educator are countless, as is the legacy that lives on the hearts of those he loved and served. Survivors include his wife, Marjorie of Sweetwater; children Orville Wayne Paty and wife, Sue, of Eden, Joe Paty and wife, Rosemary, of Sweetwater, Pam Knight and husband, Flint, of Hobbs, N.M.; grandchildren Lynn Lubke and wife, Janet, of Iowa Park, Texas, and their children, Candace and Courtney, Shannon Hayes and husband, Charles, of Haslett, Texas, Jennifer Paty of McKinney, Texas, Cody Paty and wife, Ginger, of Sweetwater, Mandi Knight and Lauren Knight, both of Hobbs, N.M.; and great-grandchildren Trent Lee Haynes of Haslett and Madeline Claire Paty of Sweetwater. He is also remembered and loved by Marjorie’s sisters Freda Paddock and husband, Dick, of Fort Worth and their children, Rick Paddock and Marilyn Cantu, and Emmy Coley of Fort Worth and her sons, Bruce Coley and Arden Coley. Pallbearers will be Rick Paddock, Henry Parker, Fred Cantu, Billy Hallman, Lynn Lubke, Flint Knight, Sam Knight, Ronnie Williams, John Paty and Charles Haynes. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Williams, Ted Averitt, Frank Barnes, Rudy Raughton, V.H. Smith, Doc Whittenburg and Guy Lucas. Memorials may be made to The Leukemia Foundation, The Britt Paty Scholarship Fund at ACU, the Chandler Lubke Scholarship Fund in Eden, Texas, or any Hospice Care. McCoy Funeral Home November 12 IDOS PARRISH TAYLOR SAN ANGELO — Idos Parrish Taylor, 81, of San Angelo passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004, in the Robert Lee Care Center. He was born one of 10 children on Feb. 17, 1923, in Anson, Texas, to Bird and James Taylor. Idos was a farmer and rancher and owner of AAA Fence Company for many years. His last endeavor was reconditioning seats and balls for pulling units. He was a resident of San Angelo since 1969 and was a member of the Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 56 years, Jackie Taylor. Idos was also preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jay, C.A. “Fat”, Ed Jr., Buddy and Charlie; sisters, Nadine “Sis” Nagle and Pauline Renshaw; and a son-in-law, Ronnie Motley. Survivors include his daughters, Connie Motley of San Angelo, and Patricia McCrohan and her husband, Jim, of Lockhart, Texas; and two grandchildren, Tate Motley and wife Shelli of San Angelo, and Dondi Acuna and husband Jeff of Lockhart, Texas. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Tyler, Logan, Dakota and Krysten; and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank VistaCare Hospice and the Robert Lee Care Center. In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorials to be made to the Angelo Christian School at 1326 Kenwood Drive, San Angelo, TX 76903. Memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 12, at the Chadbourne North Church of Christ in San Angelo. Shaffer Funeral Home GEORGE WILLIAM POE SWEETWATER — George William Poe, 78, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004, at his residence. Service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, in McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Frank Wright officiating. Burial will follow in Garden of Memories in Sweetwater. The family will receive friends from noon until the service time Friday, Nov. 12, at McCoy Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Jason Poe, Jeffrey Poe, Jacob Poe, Jared Poe, J.P. Poe, Jackson Hager and J.D. Hager. George was born Nov. 26, 1925, in Anson, Texas. He married Elizabeth Butcher, who preceded him in death. He later married Peggy Jo Sparks on Oct. 8, 1966, in Sweetwater. George was a member of Hamlin United Methodist Church. He lived in the Hamlin area most of his life and moved to Sweetwater in 1966. He graduated from San Diego High School in San Diego and attended Eastern Montana University. He was an independent oil operator and cotton buyer for more than 50 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps, serving during World War II. He was a member of the Hamlin Masonic Lodge, a 32nd degree Mason, and was a member of Suez Shrine Temple. He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Elizabeth. Survivors include four sons, John Poe and wife Shirley of Abilene, Joe Poe of Horseshoe Bay, Jay Poe and wife Patty of Arlington, and Jack Poe and wife Kathleen of Sweetwater; daughter, Kip Poe and husband Dan of Dallas; grandchildren, Jason Poe and wife Melissa, Jeffrey Poe and wife Ann, Jenny Mulliken and husband Matt, Jared Poe, Jacob Poe, Jackson Hager, J.D. Hager, Kate Hager, J.P. Poe, Jessica Poe and Jordan Hardy; great-grandchildren, Lindsey Poe and John Poe; and the mother of Jack and Kip Poe, Peggy Jo Poe of Sweetwater. McCoy Funeral Home MARY LOU BROWN CUNNINGHAM MENARD — Mary Lou Brown Cunningham, 77, of Menard passed away Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004, in Eden. Service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 12, at First Baptist Church with the Rev. Guy White officiating. Burial will follow in Rest Haven Cemetery. She was born Oct. 21, 1927, in Mereta, Texas, to Floyd and Vera Powell Brown. She married J. Norman Cunningham, DDS, on Oct. 17, 1954, in San Angelo. Mary Lou was a teacher and a member of the Baptist church. She was a member of the Excelsior Study Club, WMU, was church secretary at First Baptist Church and was an active member of the Dental Auxiliary. Survivors include her husband, J. Norman Cunningham, DDS, of Menard; daughter, Tracy Cunningham Mayfield and husband Bob of Chandler, Ariz.; son, Jay Cunningham of Menard; grandson, Zachary Mayfield of Chandler, Ariz.; granddaughter, Mary Kathryn Mayfield of Chandler, Ariz.; brother, F.G. Brown and wife Joan of Eola; sister, Oleta Williamson of San Angelo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Heritage Funeral Home ALBIENA BRENEK SAN ANGELO — Albiena Brenek passed away suddenly and peacefully on Tuesday evening, Nov. 8, 2004. She was a very loving mother, grandmother and special friend to all. She was fun-loving, young at heart and would always put a smile on your face. She held a very special place in the hearts of everyone who knew her. She enjoyed the outdoors and being with her family. She was born on Nov. 12, 1919, in Ballinger, Texas, to Martin and Emma Vidlar. She married Alfons Brenek on Dec. 14, 1938. He preceded her in death in May 1969. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sisters, Sophie Porkorny and Rosie Hudec; and brothers, Robert, Charlie and Bernie Vidlar. She is survived by her sons, Jimmie and wife Dorothy of Van Court, Larry of Wall, and Lynn and wife Shirley of Doole; grandchildren, Annette and Jeff Russell, Janet and Rick Molder, Allen and Jean Brenek, and Kevin and Cody Brenek; great-grandchildren, Justin, Ashley and Morgan Russell, Tyler, Mason, Ricky, Nick and wife Jamie Molder, and Jacelyne Brenek; brother, Albert Vidlar and wife Mary Ann; and sister, Mary Henning. Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephews. In lieu of flowers, make a donation to the Wall Brethren Church or favorite charity. The family would like to thank the San Angelo Paramedics and Wall VFD and the sheriff’s department for their help and response. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, at the Wall Brethren Church with the Rev. Tommy Tallas officiating. Interment will be in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Johnson's Funeral Home JAMES ANDREW MONTGOMERY SAN ANGELO — James Andrew Montgomery Jr. was born on Feb. 16, 1916, to James A. Montgomery Sr. and Annie Belle McGill Montgomery at the family home in San Angelo, Texas. He grew up in San Angelo and graduated from San Angelo High School in 1934. As a youth, he was very active in the Boy Scouts, achieving the honor of Eagle Scout. He attended San Angelo College before going on to the University of Texas, Austin. In 1941, he entered the armed services in the Army Air Corps, which became the U.S. Air Force. He served as navigator on a B-17 bomber, and was part of a crew that flew 50 missions over Europe and North Africa in World War II. He was deployed overseas, served his country, and returned to the United States on his original plane, the Mickey Finn, with the same crew in 1945. After the war, Mr. Montgomery returned to the University of Texas to finish his bachelor’s of science in chemical engineering in 1948. He went to work at the Nyotex Chemical Company in Houston, Texas, after graduation. It was in Houston that he met his wife, Jacquelyn Henderson. They were married on Oct. 13, 1950, at the United Methodist Church in Jacinto City, Texas. In 1962, he began working for Hercules Incorporated in Salt Lake City. From there, he transferred to the plant in DeSoto, Kansas, where he worked until 1974. He took civil service exams and was accepted at Texas A&M University in Texarkana, Texas, where he earned a master’s degree in engineering in 1976. After this, he completed his career in engineering in the Civil Service Administration, working at the Rock Island Army Arsenal, Rock Island, Ill., until his retirement in 1987. In 1987, Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery returned to San Angelo, Texas, where they attended St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. Mr. Montgomery passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004, in San Angelo. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jacquelyn Montgomery; daughter and son-in-law Terri and Tommy Thompson of Olathe, Kan.; daughter and son-in-law Paula and Allen Moore of Joplin, Mo.; and son and daughter-in-law, James Andrew Montgomery III and Kelli Montgomery of Chicago; sister and brother-in-law, Maxine and Roy Morgan of San Angelo, Texas; and brother and sister-in-law, Calvin and Anne Montgomery of Sierra Madre, Calif. In addition, Mr. Montgomery is survived by six grandsons, six granddaughters and two grandsons-in- law. Viewing was Thursday, Nov. 11, at Johnson’s Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas, and service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12. Interment will be in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions can be made to the Veterans Memorial Fund or the Salvation Army. Johnson’s Funeral Home November 13 CLARA ROSE EGGEMEYER SAN ANGELO — Clara Rose Eggemeyer, 90, was called to her heavenly home on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004. She was born on July 17, 1914, to Frank and Mary “Mohelnik” Schwertner in Miles. She married Erwin Eggemeyer on Jan. 24, 1939. Clara was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother who will be greatly missed. She was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church and St. Theresa’s Altar Society. Survivors include her son, Harvey Eggemeyer of Miles; daughters, Jean Glass of Miles, and Linda Reeh and husband Deacon Mark of St. Lawrence/Midkiff; nine grandchildren; and three great- grandchildren. Preceding her in death was her husband of 45 years, Erwin; six brothers and three sisters. Rosary service was at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Miles. Funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Miles with burial to follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Rowena. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society or a favorite charity. Rains-Seale Funeral Home November 14 CODY AUSTIN DOTY SAN ANGELO — Cody Austin Doty, 8, of San Angelo passed away Friday, Nov. 12, 2004, at his residence. Service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, at Full Gospel Assembly of God with the Rev. L.C. Messer officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Cody was born Nov. 4, 1996, in San Angelo to Jeff and Tiffany Doty. He was a student at Reagan Elementary. Some of Cody’s favorite things were playing with his mom and dad and watching cartoons, especially Sponge Bob, with his big brother, Hootie. He loved playing in water, splashing with his hands and kicking his legs in the pool. He would get all excited with the wind blowing his hair. Put him by a tree and he was beside himself. He loved watching his brother play any sport and would yell loudly and kick his wheelchair footrest. His favorite music was praise and worship, and good country with his dad. Survivors include his parents, Jeff and Tiffany Doty of San Angelo; “Big” brother and wrestling partner, Mikel “Hootie” Shaffer of San Angelo; half-sister, Megan Doty of San Angelo; half-brothers, Christopher and Jeffrey Doty of San Angelo; maternal grandparents, Earnest “PaPa” Roberts of Carlsbad, N.M., and Kathy “MeMa” Roberts of San Angelo; paternal grandmother, Pat Doty of Carlsbad, Texas; paternal great-grandmother, Lelah Doty of Odessa; several aunts, uncles and cousins, including Aunt “Cinna” Cinnamon “E” and special cousins, Macy and Gunner Gibson; and all his special friends in Mrs. Dierschke’s class at Reagan Elementary. Pallbearers will be Shannon Roberts, Brad Roberts, Rick Doty, Chris Roberts, Rodger Scott and Doug Murray. Honorary pallbearers will be Gunner Gibson, Jaime Doty, Bob Doty, Randy Doty and Mike Doty. The family wishes to express a special thanks to Larry and the gang at West Texas Home Medical Equipment for the special wheels that Cody loved and to Martha Anderson, a very dedicated friend. To My Dinky Baby mine, don’t you cry Baby mine, dry your eyes Rest your head Close to my heart Never to part, baby of mine. Love Mommy Johnson’s Funeral Home FERNANDO ZUNIGA III SAN ANGELO — Fernando Zuniga III, 42, of San Angelo passed away Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004. Prayer service will be at 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 14, at the Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 15, in the Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Pastor Eleazar Rodriguez of the Immanuel Christian Center officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Fernando was born March 18, 1962, in San Angelo to Fernando Jr. and Elfida Cuellar Zuniga. He worked as a carpenter. Fernando will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Survivors include his son, Andrew Zuniga and Andrew’s mom, Sylvia Arroyo; stepson, Martin Gomez; mother, Elfida Zuniga; father, Fernando Zuniga Jr.; sister, Delma Zuniga; brothers, Ernest Zuniga and wife Estella of San Angelo, and Steve Zuniga and wife Gracie of Odessa; and two close friends, David Chapa and Javier Santos. Pallbearers will be Pablo Bejil Jr., Beto Antu, Gilbert Cuellar, Roy Perez, David Chapa and Javier Santos. If Tomorrow Starts Without Me If tomorrow starts without me, And I’m not there to see, If the sun should rise and find your eyes All filled with tears for me; I wish so much you wouldn’t cry The way you did today, While thinking of the many things We didn’t get to say. I know how much you love me, As much as I love you, And each time that you think of me, I know you’ll miss me too. But if tomorrow starts without me, Please try to understand That an angel came and called my name, And took me by the hand. He said my place was ready, In heaven far above, And that I’d have to leave behind All those I dearly love. But as I turned to walk away, A tear fell from my eye For all my life, I’d always thought, I didn’t want to die. I had so much to live for, So much left yet to do. It seemed almost impossible, That I was leaving you. I thought of all the yesterdays, The good ones and the bad, I thought of all the love we shared, And all the fun we had. If I could relive yesterday, Just even for a while, I’d say good-bye and kiss you And maybe see you smile. But then I fully realized, That this could never be, For emptiness and memories, Would take the place of me. And when I thought of worldly things, I might miss come tomorrow, I thought of you, and when I did, My heart was filled with sorrow. But when I walked through heaven’s gates, I felt so much at home. When God looked down and smiled at me, From His great golden throne, He said, “This is eternity, And all I’ve promised you.” Today your life on earth is past, But here life starts anew. I promise no tomorrow, But today will always last, And since each day’s the same way There’s no longing for the past. You have been so faithful, So trusting and so true. Though there were times You did some things You knew you shouldn’t do. But you have been forgiven And now at last you’re free. So won’t you come and take my hand And share my life with me? So if tomorrow starts without me, Don’t think we’re far apart. For every time you think of me, I’m right here, in your heart. Mr. Zuniga’s obituary may be viewed online at www. RobertMassie.com. Robert Massie Funeral Home November 15 JOE DILLARD SAN ANGELO — Joe Dillard, 65, after a courageous battle with cancer, went to his heavenly home on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2004. He is survived by his wife, Beckey; son, Mark and wife Katie, and children Nicole and Karyn; daughter Cindy and husband Mike, and son, Shane; one brother, Robert and his wife, Ferrell; three sisters, Frances Newman, Nora Williams, and Elizabeth and husband Larry Lawson; two brothers-in-law, Dr. Tom Marsden and wife Chris, and Leeroy Marsden and wife Sharon; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial service will be at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, at West Angelo Church of Christ. Visitation will be at 7:15 p.m. at the family center at the church. The family request that memorials be made to VistaCare or favorite charity. He will be missed very much by all who knew him and loved him. Johnson’s Funeral Home VINCENT EUGENE OSMANSKI SAN ANGELO — Vincent Eugene Osmanski went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2004. He was born April 28, 1933, in Nanticoke, Pa., the son of John Osmanski and Anna Chesna. He graduated from Nanticoke High School in 1951. He fought in Korea, honorably serving in the U.S. Air Force from 1952 until his discharge in 1972. He married Rebecca Ann Wise on Sept. 22, 1956, at Randolph Air Force Base, San Antonio. They were married 46 years and had four children. His life was fulfilled by being very faithful to his family, his church and his community, serving for many years as a Eucharistic minister to those unable to attend church and receive communion, and also serving as a volunteer for various community organizations including the Veteran’s Administration and local nursing homes. He was a member of the DAV and VFW and he loved Colts baseball. He died on Veteran’s Day. He was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church for over 30 years and took great pride in leading the congregation in rosary on Saturday evenings. He is survived by his daughter, Stacey Osmanski of San Antonio; his sons, Paul Osmanski and wife Lori of San Angelo, Steve Osmanski and wife Mary of Fayetteville, Pa., and Mike Osmanski and wife Connie of Happy, Texas; and his sisters, Sister Mary Annuntia “Aunt Chris” and Loretta Sawik of Philadelphia, Penn. In over 50 years, Vince almost never failed to hand-write weekly letters to Sister Annuntia. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca Ann, in December 2002; his parents; and his sister, Cecila “Tina” Reeb. His four grandchildren, Jacie, Chanlar, Austin and Nolan, were one of the biggest joys in his life and they will greatly miss their “Pop”. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Mike Wood, Kerry Stewart, Jim Cain, Mark Wright and Al Laabs. The family would like to sincerely thank all the doctors who cared for Vince, especially Drs. Anderton, Biedermann, Flynn and Rose for their hard work and expert care these past weeks. In addition, God bless all the nurses and staff at Shannon and SCCI hospitals for their devotion, love and care to our Pop in his final days here on Earth. Rosary was at 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 14, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 15, at Holy Angels Catholic Church with burial in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Johnson’s Funeral Home FLORA CEDONIA ROAN BROWNWOOD — Flora Cedonia Roan, age 95, of Brownwood died Saturday, Nov. 13, 2004. Service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, at First Christian Church, Brownwood, Texas, with the Rev. Sterling Lentz officiating. Interment will be in Greenleaf Cemetery. Cedonia “Cid” was born in Brownwood, Texas, on Sept. 23, 1909, to Charles and Alice Hahn. She was a longtime member of First Christian Church in Brownwood where she designed and funded the area parking lot and circle driveway dedicated in her honor in 1995. Cid was an avid bridge player and loved her church and bridge groups. She attended Oklahoma Baptist School of Nursing in Muskogee, Okla., and served her country as a first lieutenant in the Army Nurses Corps from 1943 to 1945 at Brooke General Hospital and in England. Survivors include her husband, Wesley Roan, and sister, Charlene Mitchell, both of Brownwood; nephew, Jim Martin of Pryor, Okla.; stepson, Billy Wayne Swagerty of Brownwood; stepdaughter, Charlotte Inge of Dallas; one step-grandson; and one step-granddaughter. Family visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 15, at Davis-Morris Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to First Christian Church or your favorite charity. Davis-Morris Funeral Home November 16 CENDELARIA U. AMADOR SAN ANGELO — Candelaria U. Amador, 75, of San Angelo passed away Sunday, Nov. 14, 2004, in San Angelo. She was born Jan. 20, 1929, in Loraine, Texas, to Meliton Urbina and Carmen Vallejo Urbina. Candelaria married Cipriano Amador in November of 1949 in Mexico. She was a member of the Cathedral Church of the Sacred Heart, where she was also part of the Los Guadalupanas. Rosary service was at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 15, in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel. Mass service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, at the Cathedral Church of the Sacred Heart with Father Maurice Voity officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Candelaria was preceded in death by her son, Hilario Amador; parents, Meliton and Carmen Urbina; brothers, Abundio Urbina Jr., Benito Urbina and Luis Urbina; and grandson, Robert Flores Jr. She is survived by her loving husband, Cipriano Amador of San Angelo; son, Jesse Amador and wife Rosa of San Angelo; daughters, Lupe Koch and husband Harald of Fort Worth, Mary Montez and husband Rene of San Angelo, and Carmen Rios and husband Isaac of Sterling City; grandchildren, Jessica Amador, Jesse Amador Jr., Christopher Amador, Norma Gazaille, Janice Rios, Mitzi Gamez, Angel Rios and Isaac Rios III; great-grandchildren, Isaih, Elijah, Jeremiah, Jonathan, Gabrielle, Jasmyn, Jaziah, Stavian, Anita, Lorena and Mario; brother, Hilario Urbina of Del Rio, Texas; sister, Ascencion Capuchin of Fresno, Calif.; and numerous nieces and nephews. “A good wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels. The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain. She does him good, and not harm, all the days of her life. She seeks wool and flax, and works with willing hands.” Proverbs 31:10-13 The family wishes to thank Dr. Peter Chang, nurses Lea Henderson, Dora Moreno and Mary Cheek, and Hospice of San Angelo. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of San Angelo, P.O. Box 471, San Angelo, TX 76902. Johnson’s Funeral Home ROBERT F. "BOB" RUSS SAN ANGELO — Robert F. “Bob” Russ III, age 87, passed from this life on Friday, Nov. 12, 2004, in a local nursing facility. He was born on Feb. 15, 1917, in Somerville, Texas, to Robert F. and Helda Giescki Russ II. He married Clydene Box on Aug. 10, 1940. Bob, to his friends, was an active educator, coach and school administrator. His years of service took him from San Angelo and Lakeview schools to tour with the U.S. State Department in Venezuela, Pakistan, Bolivia and Monrovia. In Texas, he taught and coached in San Angelo, Coleman, Plainview and McKinney. In New Mexico, he taught and administered to schools in Cloudcroft, Roswell and Tucumcari. He was a builder of schools and young minds. He was most unique in his approach to curriculum and school administration. He was active in “Who’s Who in Education” and coached high school sports in football, basketball and track. His football teams in Coleman are still recognized for their winning traditions. Bob is survived by his wife, Clydene Box Russ of San Angelo; son, Robert Russ IV and wife Annette of Chico, Calif.; daughter, Mariann Patterson and husband Jim of Bingham, N.M.; grandchildren, Robert F. Russ V of Chico, Calif., Lori Russ Miller and husband Sean of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, Jamie Fine and husband Troy of Frederick, Md., Dr. Leah Madsen and husband Heath of Greenville, Texas, and Loren Patterson and wife Kayce of Vaughn, N.M.; and great-grandchildren Melissa Swank of Biggs, Calif., Dane Madsen of Greenville, Texas, Jacey Miller of Biggs, Calif., Riley Madsen of Greenville, Texas, Kayce Madsen of Greenville, Texas, Kyra Madsen of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, Bailey Miller of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, Moriah Fine of Frederick, Md., and Elysha Fine of Frederick, Md. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel with Jeff Box officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Johnson’s Funeral Home November 17 MARGIE LAWSON SAN ANGELO — Margie Lawson, 82, of San Angelo went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, Nov. 15, 2004, in a local hospital. Graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, in Belvedere Memorial Park with the Rev. L.C. Messer officiating. Margie was born July 24, 1922, in Voss, Texas, to Cherry and Kate Blair. Her husband, James T. Lawson; son, James M. Lawson; parents and brother preceded Margie in death. She is survived by two daughters Patsy Howell and Janice Springer; three sons Larry Lawson and wife, Elizabeth, Lonnie Lawson and wife, Susan, and Allan Lawson; daughter-in-law Marilyn Lawson; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Johnson’s Funeral Home JOEL THOMAS MAYS MIDLAND — Joel Thomas Mays of Midland passed away Sunday, Nov. 14, 2004. He was born Dec. 18, 1935, to Joe L. Mays and Brevard Burke Mays in San Angelo, Texas, and was raised and educated there. He graduated high school in San Angelo and was also a graduate of the University of Texas. He was a member of the Texas Ex Association. In 1970, Joel’s career started with First National Bank. He spent 18 years as a loan officer dealing specifically with petroleum exploration which led to him becoming an active independent petroleum engineer. An avid golfer, Joel was a longtime member of Midland Country Club. On Jan. 31, 1971, he married Shirley West in Monahans, Texas. He was preceded in death by his father and two sons. Joel is survived by his wife, Shirley Mays of Midland, Texas; their children Tammy Armstrong and husband, Truman, of Midland, Texas, Mike Mahan and wife, Patricia, of Midland, Texas, William Scott Mathis of Tennessee Colony, Texas; Susan Coe and husband, Darrell, of Austin, Texas; mother, Brevard Mays of San Angelo, Texas; daughter-in-law, Lou Mays of Midland, Texas; eight grandchildren; and one great- grandchild. Graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, in Resthaven Memorial Park with the Rev. Terry Gayle of Lake Whitney, Texas, officiating. Pallbearers will be David G. Griffin, Eric D. Griffin, Bill C. Cotner, F.H. “Buzz” Mills, Charles Gaines, James C. Davis, Jack Russell, Cody Armstrong and Jerry Armstrong. Memorials may be directed to E. Shaddai Ministries, 410 W. Craig Place, San Antonio, TX 78212. Ellis Funeral Home ANNA LOUISE HUMPHREY SAN ANGELO — Anna Louise Humphrey, 88, of San Angelo passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2004 in a local nursing home. Service will be private at the convenience of the family. Anna was born Jan. 17, 1916, in Chicago to Mr. and Mrs. Hoageland. She was a graduate of the University of Purdue and worked as a medical stenographer. Anna married Melvin A. “Bill” Humphrey, March 31, 1944, in Honolulu, Hawaii. She was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Carolyn Jameson. Survivors are husband, Melvin A. “Bill” Humphrey of San Angelo; three grandchildren of Austin; and cousin, Bob Humphrey of San Angelo. Mrs. Humphrey’s obituary may be viewed online at www.robertmassie.com. Robert Massie Funeral Home November 18 WAYNE RAUTENBERG SAN ANGELO — Wayne Rautenberg, 75, passed away in the early morning hours of Nov. 17, 2004, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Gertrude Rautenberg; and his wife, Marie, in 2001. His survivors include his daughter, Marilynn Baran, and her special friend Rick Hooker of San Angelo; two grandsons, Jared and Jace Baran of San Angelo; his soul mate, Leila Pate, and her family, who have become his extended family; his sisters, Donna Taylor and husband Glen and Wanda Yoker and husband Ken; as well as several nieces and nephews and innumerable friends in the community. Wayne was born in Saginaw, Mich., on Jan. 8, 1929. He married Marie Bouliew on Sept. 25, 1948. They were blessed in 1953 by the birth of their beautiful daughter Marilynn. He moved his family to San Angelo in 1964, where he retired after 23 years in the U.S. Air Force. Wayne accepted a teaching position at Angelo State University in the Psychology Department in the fall of 1980 and touched many students’ lives until he retired in May of 1996. Wayne always enjoyed working with fine antiques and collectibles. He would often find treasures in need of care and he would repair and refinish them to high quality. His shop, Now and Then, was located at Concho Confetti Antique Mall. Wayne was a man of wisdom and faith. Those whose lives he touched knew that they could always find compassion and understanding when they were with him. He was the kind of man that others aspire to be. He was an example of strength, courage and dignity. His love was fierce, protective and unselfish. Wayne touched so many lives in a positive way. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. There will be a visitation from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. A celebration of his life will be held at 3 p.m. this Friday, Nov. 19, in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Randy Cave, Bob Clark, Rick Hooker, Paul Love, Paul McClure, Myron Pate and Joe Sheldon. Any remembrances should be made to the American Cancer Society or to the office of the Vice President for Advancement and University Relations in the name of Wayne Rautenberg, ASU Station, # 11023, San Angelo, 76909. Johnson’s Funeral Home JUANICE GRAVES BRASHEAR SAN ANGELO — Juanice Brashear, 73, of San Angelo passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004, in Austin, Texas. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, at the Harris Avenue Baptist Church with the Rev. Travis Monday and A.J. Kennemer officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Juanice was born on Sept. 28, 1931, in Carthage, Texas, to Marvin C. and Willie Mae Graves. She was raised and attended schools in San Angelo. She married Francis G. Brashear on Oct. 16, 1948, here in San Angelo. She worked in quality assurance for Ethicon for 20 plus years until her retirement in 1987. She was a volunteer for Meals for the Elderly and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star No. 826 and Harris Avenue Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Francis Brashear of San Angelo; two daughters, Linda Martinez and Carole Madigan, both of San Angelo; six sisters, Kathryn Walker of Hallsville, Texas, Nita Cypert of Garden City, Texas, Sue Williams of Junction, Texas, Jeanette Tigar of Mount Holly, N.J., Virginia Gill of Amarillo, Texas, and Norma Donnell of Seymour, Texas; two brothers, Marvin N. Graves of Gilmer, Texas, and Glenn D. Graves of Plano, Texas; three grandchildren, Erica Madigan, Bridget Martinez and Candice Martinez; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and special friends. Memorial contributions can be made to the Harris Avenue Baptist Library Fund. Johnson’s Funeral Home JAMES WILLIAM "JAY" WAGNER SAN ANGELO — James William “Jay” Wagner Jr., 79, of San Angelo passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004, in San Angelo. Graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 19, in Fairmount Cemetery with Kary Rawlins officiating. Jay was born Oct. 17, 1925, in San Angelo to his parents, James William Wagner Sr. and Mable Louise Fuqua Wagner. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps and was a master welder all of his life. He met and later married Joyce Nell Truelove on July 11, 1959, and they shared 45 beautiful years together. Jay loved hunting and fishing, and he also enjoyed making things out of wood. He is survived by his loving family; wife Joyce Wagner of San Angelo; two daughters, Linda Kelly and her husband, Jackie, of Rainbow and Patricia Ann Lawrence and her husband, Benny, of San Angelo; one son, Billy Earl Wagner of Brownwood; five grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren; mother-in-law Nadine “Nanny” Truelove of San Angelo; brother-in-law Robby Truelove and his wife, Helen, of San Angelo; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Hospice of San Angelo for all their loving care. Johnson’s Funeral Home November 19 DIXIE G. LEWIS JUNCTION — Dixie G. Lewis, 77, of Junction passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004, at her residence. Dixie was born in London, Texas, on Aug. 29, 1927, to James Pierce and Eva Mae Gary. She was raised in Buffalo Gap and graduated from Wylie High School. She married Donald H. “Red” Lewis on Oct. 23, 1946, in Menard. They moved to Junction in 1960. Dixie was a housewife, mother and served as deputy tax assessor collector of Kimble County for 35 years, retiring in 1997. Dixie was a loving and devoted wife and mother. She enjoyed her grandchildren and her friends. She was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Junction. The Rev. Laurie Barker, the Rev. Jim Barker, the Rev. Charles Allen and the Rev. George Stewart will officiate at the service. Service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, at First Presbyterian Church of Junction with burial in Junction Cemetery. Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by her mother, father, two sisters, a brother and her husband. Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Newbury and husband Jamie of Bridgeport, and Vicki Allen and husband Charles of Abilene; two sons, Gary “Butch” Lewis and wife Jeannette of Junction, and Wayne Lewis and wife Kitty of Del Rio; eight grandchildren, Raina Lively and husband Kim of Cleburne, Randy Newbury of Bridgeport, Lynzee Lewis of Del Rio, Chelsea Lewis of Vista, Calif., Shauna Lewis and Shelby Lewis of Lubbock, Brad Allen of Monroe, La., and Wade Allen of Abilene; and two great- grandchildren, Logan and Keagan Lively of Cleburne. Pallbearers include Archie Lennon, Larry Harrison, Buger Pruitt, Elzy Beam, Paul Bierschwale, Sean Leamons and Jeff Gentry. Condolences to the family may be sent online at www.gentryfifefuneralhome.com. Gentry-Fife Funeral Home BETTY HALE SWEETWATER — Betty Hale, 70, peacefully went to be with the Lord at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2004, at her home. Betty was born in Busby, Texas, on May 31, 1934, to H.F. and Madie Guelker. She graduated from Newman High School in May 1951 and attended Hardin- Simmons University. From 1952 to 1955, she was employed by Production Credit. On Sunday, July 25, 1954, she married Tommy Edd Hale at the Longworth Baptist Church, where they were active members. During their 50 years of marriage, she was a stay-at-home mom, and after her children were grown, she worked at Smitty’s Pharmacy for 17 years before retiring in 1999. Her family and friends always will remember her as a gracious, self-sacrificing and humble lady who always had a smile for everyone. She is survived by her husband, Tommy Edd of Sweetwater; two sons, Michael Hale and wife Barbara of Sweetwater, and Brad Hale of Mineral Wells; one daughter, Janice Hatfield and husband Bob of San Angelo; six grandchildren, Kyle, Kimberly, Kurt, Mitchell and Britton Hale, and Greg Hatfield; three brothers, Morris Guelker of Sweetwater, J.H. Guelker and wife Esther of Colorado City, and Johnnie Guelker and wife LaNell of Andrews; one sister, Peggy Morris and husband Bob of Abilene; one sister-in-law, Elisabetha Guelker of Sweetwater; one brother-in-law, Coavert Hale and wife Linda of Euless; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Betty was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Floyd, Alvin Dulane and Eugene; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Coavert and Birdie Hale; a special sister-in-law, Mitzi Guelker; and a nephew, Tommy Jay Guelker. Visitation will be 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, at McCoy Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, at the First Baptist Church, Sweetwater, with the Rev. Orvel Brantley and Dr. Harvey Tingle officiating. Burial will follow in Garden of Memories. Pallbearers will be sons, son-in-law and grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be nephews Mark, Carl, Johnnie Frank, Eddie, Tony and Bobby Guelker, and Todd Hale. A special thanks to Dr. Victor Hirsch, Dr. Yamini Kalla and all Hendrick nurses and Hendrick Hospice nurses who cared for Betty during her extended illness. Also, a special thank you to Chaplain Larry VanHook for his special visits at Hendrick and at home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory St., Abilene, TX 79601, or a favorite charity. McCoy Funeral Home November 20 LILA GAY TRIBBETT SAN ANGELO — Our beloved mother, Lila Gay Tribbett, departed this life on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2004. She was born to Lois H. and Gladys Pope on Jan. 15, 1937, in DeLeon, Texas. She attended schools in Lamesa, Brownwood and San Angelo. In April of 1955, she married Robert “Bob” Tribbett in Greensboro, Md. Lila worked with the San Angelo school system for a number of years and later as a PBX operator for Shannon Clinic, until her retirement in 1999. Her devotion to her family, friends and pets was apparent to all who knew her. We will all miss her deeply, but we know she is finally at peace. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, and daughter, G’anna Lee Tribbett. Survivors include son, Gary Tribbett and wife Karen of San Angelo; daughters, Vicky Sneed and husband William of Doole, Texas, and Brenda Seals and husband Mark of Flower Mound, Texas; 10 grandchildren, Casi, Dakota and Hunter Tribbett, Brandi and Krista Tribbett, Josh and Jody Plant, Whitney and Cody Seals, and Nikki Pitman; four great-grandchildren; and sister, Marguerite Ribble of Albuquerque, N.M. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel with VistaCare Chaplain Roger Roenfeldt officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Jody Plant, Cody Seals, Jim Coleman, William Sneed, Tommy Coleman and Mark Seals. We would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at the Alzheimer’s Unit of the Concho Health and Rehab Center of Eden for their excellent and personal care and concern over the years. We’d also like to thank VistaCare Hospice, especially Roger, Courtnie and Ann. Memorials may be made to VistaCare Hospice, 940 Arroyo Drive, San Angelo, TX 76903, phone (325) 947-0123. Johnson’s Funeral Home CECIL MEADOWS SAN ANGELO — Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004, in Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with the Rev. Jerold McBride officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Cecil Meadows, 99, was born in Arkansas on Aug. 10, 1905, to Burt and Pearl Meadows. He departed this life on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2004. He was ordained to the gospel ministry on Feb. 2, 1928. Over the next 12 years, the Rev. Meadows attended school and served as pastor of several rural churches in Missouri and Arkansas. He graduated from Hardin-Simmons University in 1933 and from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a master’s of theology degree in 1939. After graduation, the Rev. Meadows served as pastor of Baptist churches in England, Arkansas and in San Saba, Rochester, Earth and Grand Prairie, Texas. The Rev. Meadows was married to Millicent Adams in 1942 and to Mary Nell Fuller in 1980. Both wives preceded him in death. He is survived by two daughters, Margaret Sprinkle and husband Bill of Huntsville, and Evelyn McAnelly and husband John of Hondo; three sisters, Hazel Coleman of Missouri, Effie Hawkins of California and Juanita Haughey of Pennsylvania; one brother, Howard Meadows of Arkansas; four grandchildren, David Sprinkle and wife Susan, Mark Sprinkle, Nate Sprinkle and wife Barbi, and Lydia Wong and husband Raymond; five great-grandchildren, Brienna, Noah, Kira and Dean Sprinkle and Tobin Wong; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider mailing memorials to Baptist Memorials Center, P.O. Box 5661, San Angelo, TX 76902. The Rev. Meadows’ obituary may be viewed online at www.RobertMassie.com. Robert Massie Funeral Home HITE KELLER BROWN SAN ANGELO — Hite Keller Brown, 95, of San Angelo passed away Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004, in San Angelo. Graveside service was at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, in Belvedere Memorial Park with John Joyner officiating. Hite was born Oct. 14, 1909, in Leaday, Texas, to his parents, John Stonewall Brown and Ethel Cecil Haney. He worked for van and storage companies for many years and worked as a certified machinist for the government and Lockheed Aircraft Company during World War II. He met and later married Elizabeth Marium Lee on Sept. 14, 1941, and they shared 58 years together. Elizabeth preceded him in death on Feb. 17, 1998. Hite was also preceded in death by his brothers, Beary Brown and Roger Brown; and his sisters, Vera McCoy, Agnes Stewart, Beaulah Snodgrass, Juanita Sharp and Viveon Helbert. He is survived by his loving family, son, Richard W. Brown of Arlington, Va.; one granddaughter, Alicia Brown of Gainsville, Va.; one sister, Donna Ray Landers of San Angelo; one brother, Norris Brown of Monrovia, Calif.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Johnson’s Funeral Home GERALD WILMA CARLISLE SAN ANGELO — Gerald Wilma Carlisle, 88, of Dallas passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004, in Corpus Christi. Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, in Fairmount Cemetery with the Rev. Tom Martin officiating. Gerald was born on March 8, 1916, in Houston, Texas, to John and Eva Carlisle. She resided in San Angelo prior to the family moving to Longview where she graduated from high school. She returned to San Angelo to begin her career at Goodfellow Air Force Base. She then began a very successful career in 1944 with United Gas in Shreveport, La. The company was purchased by Pennzoil and the last five years of her career she resided in Houston. After her retirement she moved to Dallas. She was an active member of the Baptist Church throughout her life. Her parents; sisters, Grace Zeigler and Maxine Cummings; and brother, Harry Carlisle, preceded her in death. She is survived by a sister-in-law, Mildred Carlisle; nieces and nephews, John and Wayne Cummings, Sherry Diegle, Nancy Dillard, Richard Carlisle, Dolly Gribble and Bobbie Stacy; and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Johnson’s Funeral Home November 21 BILLIE FENTON DAIVS SAN ANGELO — Billie Fenton Davis, 76, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004, in San Angelo. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 22, at the Johnson Street Church of Christ with Brother Tommy King and Brother Ed Huston officiating. Graveside service will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 22, in Coleman City Cemetery. Billie was born in Coleman County in the community of Coleman and was the daughter of Lige and Gladys Fenton. She was a graduate of Mozelle High School. Billie married Thomas H. Davis on March 4, 1951, and they lived in Fort Worth, Texas, and later Hurst, Texas, before moving to San Angelo in 1968. She was a research technician at the Texas A&M Research and Extension Center many years until her retirement. Billie was a faithful member of the Johnson Street Church of Christ where she taught third through sixth grades as a member of the Footprints of the Faithful Team. She taught with this group for a total of 13 years and assisted in conducting numerous workshops for Churches of Christ in Texas and throughout the southwest at Abilene Christian University and Lubbock Christian University. She and her husband, Tom, designed, developed, and constructed patterns for scenery and properties for religious dramatic presentations that are in use throughout the country and South America. Billie was a loving and faithful wife, mother and grandmother who devoted her life to helping others. She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Thomas H. Davis of San Angelo; two daughters, Patti Davis Riddle of Knoxville, Tenn., and Belinda Davis Archer and her husband, Philip, of Dallas, Texas; two grandchildren, Amber and Thomas Riddle; two sisters, Madelle Motsinger of Abilene and Rebecca Ewing of Ballinger; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends who loved her. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Johnson’s Funeral Home JEFF RANDALL McCUTCHEN SAN ANGELO — Jeff Randall McCutchen, 72, passed away Friday, Nov. 19, 2004, at his home in Sherwood, Texas. Service will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 22, 2004, at First Baptist Church in Mertzon, Texas, with Pastor George Rainey officiating. Burial will follow in Sherwood Cemetery. Jeff, the youngest of 10 children, was born April 5, 1932, at Hayrick Mountain in Coke County to Monroe and Mattie McCutchen. He attended Bronte schools, where he excelled in football, and graduated from Bronte High School in 1950. He worked as a welder in the Metroplex and Houston areas before returning to his true calling as a ranch foreman in the early 1970s. He was foreman of the Winterbotham Estate near Mertzon for I.W. and Jim Terry for 20 years, retiring in 1999. He and his wife, Eva, moved to the Sherwood community, and Jeff served as Irion County commissioner from 2000 to the present. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Luther, Calvin “Bud” and Ocie; and sisters, Annie, Vera Mae, Fannie and Theresa. He is survived by his wife, Eva, of Sherwood; sons and daughters-in-law, Mike and Jerri McCutchen of Sterling City, Wayne and Melinda McCutchen of Bronte, and George and Rita Savala of Odessa; daughters and sons-in-law, Krista and Wayne Knox of Mertzon, Susan and Nicky George of Arlington, Angie and David John Gonzales of Mertzon, and Edwina and Cliff Cope of Aztec, N.M.; 25 grandchildren, 12 great- grandchildren; sisters, Georgia “Dodie” Gibbs of Crews and Janie Kyle of Seattle, Wash.; sister-in-law, Eula Maude McCutchen of Bronte; numerous nieces and nephews; and a very special friend, Eddie Martin of Mertzon. Pallbearers will be William Grossett, Doug McCombs, Colby Frizzell, Craig Frizzell, Sterling Abbott and Larry Bates. Honorary pallbearers are Jim Terry, Eddie Martin, Junior Soto, Clay Allen, Tom Thorp, Bub Bailey and Damon Bush. Family visitation will be held Sunday, Nov. 21, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Johnson’s Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the dedicated people at VistaCare. Johnson’s Funeral Home JIMMY ROBERT JACKSON SAN ANGELO — Jimmy Robert Jackson, 60, was born in Ballinger, Texas, on Dec. 25, 1943. He died in North Las Vegas on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004. Service was on Monday, Nov. 15, in Paradise Memorial Gardens beside his beloved wife Debbie, who passed from this life in 2003. He was preceded in death by his brother Bill Jackson. He is survived by his brother Tex and Denise Jackson of Bainbridge, Ga.; sisters, Sister Roberta Thompson of San Angelo, and Mona and Norman Ruland of Waco, Texas; daughter, Laura and Rey Nava; sons, Joseph, David, Zachary, Jared, Joshua and Eric; and granddaughter, Brittany Jackson, all of Las Vegas. Jimmy was devoted to his God, his family and his country. Col. 3:23; And in all that you do, do it heartily, as unto the Lord. KENNETH WAYNE HUDSON SAN ANGELO — Kenneth Wayne Hudson, beloved father, entrepreneur, businessman, ex-Marine, award-winning cattle herder and former professional football player, passed away on Monday, Nov. 15, 2004. He was born on July 1, 1943, to O.T. and Pauline Hudson in San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from Menard High School in 1961, where he was All State and All West Texas in football. He graduated from Howard Payne University on a football scholarship, where he lettered for four years. He later played for the San Antonio Toros of the Mid- Continental Football League, where he was named all-league. Ken is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Hudson; his brother, Chuck Hudson of Clyde, Texas; three children, son Keith Hudson and his wife, Peggy, of Dallas, Texas, son Kurt Hudson with his wife, Jenny, of Sarasota, Fla., and daughter Kara Perez with her husband, Armando, of Corpus Christi, Texas; granddaughter, Marsella Perez; and grandson, Daly Hudson. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 22, in Fairmount Cemetery in San Angelo, Texas. Memorials may be made to Fairmount Cemetery, OPC, 1116 W. Ave. N, San Angelo, TX 76901, phone number (325) 655-9475 or American Diabetes Association. Johnson’s Funeral Home LEONA McILVAIN MIDLAND — Leona McIlvain of Midland passed away Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004. She was born July 23, 1922, to Charles Henry Tiemann and Lillie Louise Stiemann Tiemann in Eden, Texas, and was raised and educated there. On April 2, 1939, Leona married Jasper Lee “Jap” McIlvain in Pecos, Texas. She had worked in the meat department of Leader Grocery in Pecos. Leona and “Jap” farmed side by side in Lomax, Texas. While in Lomax, she was the cooking leader in the 4-H Club. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Leona is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Betty Lee and Carl Rodgers; four grandchildren, Sabrina Early and her husband, James, Greta Caldwell and her husband, Michael, Chad Rodgers and his wife, Chrystal, and Katie Rodgers; and one great-grandchild, Jordan Lee Caldwell, all of Midland, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service has been scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, in Ellis Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Tommy Potter officiating. Interment will follow in Resthaven Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Chad Rodgers, Michael Caldwell, James Early, David Grant, John Clarke and Roman Baker. Ellis Funeral Home JAMES L/ "ROCKY" JOHNSON IRVING — James L. “Rocky” Johnson, former chairman and C.E.O. of GTE Corporation, passed away Thursday, Nov. 18, 2004, after a long battle with melanoma. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, oldest son and sister. He is survived by his wife, Francis; a brother, three children and five grandchildren. Rocky was born and raised in Vernon, Texas, where he graduated from high school. In high school, he was a class favorite and lettered in basketball and football. His high school football coach gave him his lifelong nickname, “Rocky.” He served his country in the U.S. Navy. He graduated from Texas Tech with a degree in finance. He received his master’s degree from Michigan. Both universities awarded him an honorary doctorate. Rocky spent his entire working career with GTE. During that time he held many positions, including president, chairman and C.E.O. of the company. Rocky also served on the Board of Regents for Texas Tech for six years, two years as chairman. He also served on the Board of Directors for Mony, B.C. Tel, Valero, Harte Hanks, Walter Industries and Cell Star, where he also served as chairman. Rocky received many awards and honors during his career. He considered working with his GTE family his greatest honor. He loved the competition of golf, hunting and fishing, and he loved his ranch and hunting dogs. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, at Woodhaven Presbyterian Church, 3650 N. O’Connor Road, Irving, Texas 75038. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Woodhaven Presbyterian Church in his honor. Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral Home RAMA MAXINE BROWN BURNET — Rama Maxine Brown, 80, died Friday, Nov. 19, 2004. She was born Feb. 3, 1924, in Novice, Texas, to Luther and Iva B. O’Neal. Sweetwater, Texas, became the family home, where she met R.L., her husband of 60 years. Maxine was a homemaker, moving many times with her husband who was in the Air Force. She loved being with people and made lifelong friends everywhere she lived. After settling in Ozona, she served her community working in the school cafeteria, as Chamber of Commerce manager, and clerk in the Crockett County Justice of the Peace office for nine years. She was a member of Eastern Star, past Worthy Matron, and active in the Stations for many years. Maxine played the piano every Tuesday for the Ozona Care Center, still finding time to meet her friends each morning for coffee, playing ponytail canasta and couples 42-club. Maxine and R.L. moved to Burnet in 1999, finding a wonderful retirement community in an area with beautiful bluebonnets abound each spring. She loved taking rides around the countryside. Rama Maxine is survived by her husband, R. Lynn Brown of Burnet; daughter, Joyce Hambleton of Burnet; daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Ken Krisa of Midland; eight grandchildren, Merle, Regina, Timothy, Larry, Freddy, Lauren, David and Sarah; and six great-grandchildren, Breanne, Balicia, Ashley, James, Billy and George. Maxine has one brother, Kenneth O’Neal and his wife, Mary, of Arlington. Maxine was preceded in death by son Larry Glenn Brown. Service will be held Monday, Nov. 22, at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Ozona. The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, at Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home in Burnet. Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home JEAN BURKES EVANS UNIVERSAL CITY — Jean Burkes Evans, born Nov. 7, 1924, passed away Thursday, Nov. 18, 2004, at the age of 80. She is survived by her daughters, Kay Popham and husband Lonnie, and Judy Waddell and husband Scott; granddaughters, Karena Waddell, Amy Banister, Tracy Yates and Suzanne Gilley; and five great-grandchildren. An out-of- town memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26, in Fairmount Cemetery, 1116 W. Ave. N, in San Angelo, Texas. A local memorial service will be on Sunday, Nov. 28, at the home of Tracy Yates, 2531 Smokey Creek, Schertz, Texas. Colonial Funeral Home November 22 ETTA WANDA CLYNCH SAN ANGELO — Etta Wanda Clynch, age 76, of San Angelo passed away Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004, at her residence. She was born on July 12, 1928, in Duval, Okla., to Lee and Mattie Jones. She married Fred Clynch on July 12, 1944, in Grandfield, Okla. She is survived by her husband, Fred; daughter, Jeanie Muckle and husband David of San Angelo; four grandchildren, Rikke Black, Jerry Letcher, Jarvis Letcher and Jodi Letcher; and eight great- grandchildren. She willed her body to Southwestern College Medical School. The family would like to thank Hospice of San Angelo, especially Amanda, Kary Rawlings and Debra Hooten. Memorials may be made to Hospice of San Angelo, P.O. Box 471, San Angelo, TX 76902. Johnson’s Funeral Home WILLIAM O. BAGWELL SAN ANGELO — William O. Bagwell, Jr., 79, of San Angelo passed away Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004, in San Angelo. He was born July 21, 1925, to William O. Bagwell Sr. and Shellie McCarley Bagwell in Gorman, Texas. He retired as a chief master sergeant after a 30-year military career with both the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Air Force. After retirement he worked with his uncle R.P. Singleton in the windmill service. William has also enjoyed through the years the motor home club he traveled with. William is survived by his children, Billie Patterson, Barbara Johnson and Michael Bagwell; five grandchildren, Coni, Chris, Michelle, Michael and Dillon; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Daley Bagwell; aunt, Jimmie Gray; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Military graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 24, in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Johnson’s Funeral Home CAROL ELAINE FISHER SAN ANGELO — Carol Elaine Fisher, 54, of San Angelo went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, Nov. 21, 2004. Graveside service will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, in the Eola Cemetery and will be followed by a memorial service at 10:30 a.m. at College Hills Baptist Church officiated by Pastor Lakan Mariano. Carol was born March 5, 1950, to D.T. and Vida Lois Killam. From the age of 16, Carol was very proud to be a beautician. She loved her variety of clients. Her servant’s heart led her to reach out to the elderly, even if it meant that she needed to pick them up or go to their home. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and friend. Her brothers David Kent and Bob Clayton preceded her in death. She is survived by her parents, David and Doris Killam and Vida Lois Killam; brothers, Don Killam and Greg Bouiligny, and sister, Kay Longest, all of San Angelo, and Carol Bouiligny of San Antonio; her two sons, Johnny Fisher and wife Jennifer of San Angelo, and David Fisher and wife Amee of Lubbock; and her six grandchildren, Stasney, Tyler, Jordan, Presley, Colby and Calem. We love you and will miss you Nummy! A special thanks to Hospice of San Angelo and Brandy Lenard. Johnson’s Funeral Home ROY LEE RODGERS SAN ANGELO — Roy Lee Rodgers, 69, of San Angelo, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Nov. 19, 2004. Family received visitors from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 22, in the Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Marcos Rivera of Del Rio officiating. Burial will be in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Terry and Dinah Reynolds, Robert Pate, Charlie Jones, David Hodges and Harvey Cox, all of San Angelo, Texas. Roy Lee was born Oct. 16, 1935, in Cumby, Texas, to Roy and Ildra Rodgers. Roy married his lovely wife, Helen Dragoun, on March 24, 1956, and had one daughter, Dianell. Roy Lee managed Hudson Oil Company in 1970 to 1980 in Dallas, Texas. Roy Lee and his wife moved to San Angelo in 1981 and started their own business known as AA Pump Company in 1983. Roy Lee was an avid golfer and was a member of Bentwood Country Club for many years. He lived life to the fullest and enjoyed every waking moment of it. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy F. Rodgers, and his two sisters, Maurine Winters and Glenna Born. Roy Lee is survived by his wife, Helen Rodgers of San Angelo, Texas; daughter, Dianell Strickland of Christoval, Texas; mother, Ildra Rodgers of Ore City, Texas; two sisters, Margaret Thompson and Jean Cloud of Ore City, Texas; three grandchildren, Cody Adams of Austin, Texas, Jacy Holland and husband Jay of Pflugerville, Texas, and Dusty Strickland of Christoval, Texas; one great-grandson, Bade Holland of Pflugerville, Texas; and many nephews and nieces. Kindly consider mailing memorials to Hospice of San Angelo, P.O. Box 471, San Angelo, TX 76902 or your favorite charity. Roy’s obituary may be viewed online at www.RobertMassie.com Robert Massie Funeral Home November 23 BILLY JACK MIDDLETON BALLINGER — Billy Jack Middleton, 72, of Ballinger passed away at his residence on Sunday, Nov. 21, 2004. Memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, at the First United Methodist Church in Ballinger with the Rev. Jon Mark Fowler officiating. Billy Jack was born on April 17, 1932, in Ballinger to Walter O. and Ruby Mae Parmer Middleton. He served with the U.S. Army as a medic during the Korean War in which he was captured and held as a prisoner of war for a full two years, before being released in August of 1953. He was an automobile dealer for many years before retiring and moving back to Ballinger. He is survived by his wife, Millie Currie Middleton of Ballinger; his children, Karen Buening and husband Paul, and David Middleton, all of Arlington; his grandchildren, Lindsey and Trey Buening and Zackary and Chelsea Middleton; and his twin sister, Betty Parrish and husband Ben of Ballinger. His nephews, Tommy Parrish of Lubbock and Greg Parrish of Oklahoma City; and his good friends, Gene Keel, and Bob Driskell and wife Lanada also survive. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Ballinger Memorial Hospital, the Ballinger Carnegie Library or a favorite charity. Rains-Seale Funeral Home AMELIA SANCHEZ RUIZ WINTERS — Amelia Sanchez Ruiz, 65, of San Angelo died Sunday, Nov. 21, 2004, in Winters. She was born Sept. 12, 1939, in San Angelo and lived there her whole life. She married the Rev. Pedro M. Sanchez Sr. on Sept. 25, 1955, in San Angelo. He preceded her in death on Nov. 12, 1996. She later married Manuel Ruiz on Aug. 28, 1998, in San Angelo. She was a member of the Rivers of Healing Water Ministries in San Angelo. She is survived by her husband, Manuel Ruiz of San Angelo; eight children, Linda Ann Moreno and Jo Ann Sanchez, both of Winters, Betty Ann Castillo of Haskell, the Rev. Pedro Sanchez Jr., Mary Ann Sanchez, Teodoro Andres Sanchez and Daniel Diego Sanchez, all of San Angelo, and Nancy Ann Lopez of Waco; four stepchildren, Manuel Ruiz Jr., Angie Cuellar, Arthur Ruiz and Elizabeth Sanmiguel, all of San Angelo; 24 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and six step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, the Rev. Pedro M. Sanchez Sr.; her parents, Andres and Amalia Hernandez; one great-grandson, Donato Juan Sanchez; and her sister, Armida Hernandez. The family will receive friends at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, at Winters Funeral Home. Service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, at the funeral home with the Rev. Jackie Allen officiating. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery. No lloren mas mis hijo Si no denle gracias a Dios Porque en la gloria los Esperare con Jesus Cristo Nuestro Salvador Amen. Winters Funeral Home DORIS LAW BILLINGS SAN ANGELO — Doris Billings passed away Monday, Nov. 22, 2004, in Midland, Texas. Viewing will be held beginning Tuesday, Nov. 23, at Johnson Funeral Home, 435 W. Beauregard, San Angelo, Texas. Service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, at Community Hills Christian Church, 3309 Knickerbocker, San Angelo, Texas, with the Rev. Casey Heilman officiating. Interment will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Doris was born Oct. 16, 1918, in Lubbock, Texas, where she married Melvin Billings in 1941. They were long term residents of San Angelo, moving there in 1969. Mrs. Billings was a longtime member of Community Hills Christian Church in San Angelo, Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband and three sisters. Doris was very active in the San Angelo Ostomy Organization, a volunteer for hospital auxiliary, for many years, Eastern Stars, and very active in her Friendship Class at church. Survivors include one daughter, Pat Young and her husband, Joel, of Midland, Texas; one son, Mike Billings and his wife, Phyllis, of Bedford, Texas; and one sister, Inez Scharnberg of Katy, Texas. Grandchildren include Dondi Moran of McKinney, Texas; Joeli Young of Midland, Texas; Mykala Hale of Dallas, Texas; Paige Alfonso of Atlanta, Ga., and Chanse Billings of Keller, Texas. Great-grandchildren include Nathan, Aly, Taylor, Corey, Baily, Brenna, Jaylee, Kylee and Lexee. In lieu of flowers, memorials in the name of Doris Billings may be sent to Hospice of Midland at 911 W. Texas Ave., Midland, TX 79701. Johnson’s Funeral Home November 25 MARY E. TRICE WASILLA, Alaska — Mary Elizabeth Trice, 100, of Wasilla, Alaska, died Monday, Nov. 22, 2004, at her residence with her granddaughter and caregiver at her side. A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, at Johnson’s Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas, with burial in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers are Ron Crowder, Ronnie Dale Crowder, David Aubry, Jack Bartlett, Floyd Martinez and Bud Hanks. Floral arrangements are welcome and appreciated. Ms. Trice was born Aug. 23, 1904, in Gap, Comanche County, Texas, to Rose Emmie Crockett and Dan Alexandra Casbeer in a small farmhouse. She married Eddie Clinton Trice on Feb. 3, 1923. Mary moved to Rising Star in 1926, and she moved around Texas from farm to farm. She eventually settled in the Rio Grande Valley, where she ran a feed and seed store. In 1946, she moved to San Angelo, Texas, where she owned and managed the Plaza Hotel until she retired in 1982. In 1996, Mary moved to Wasilla, Alaska, to live with her granddaughter until her death. During her lifetime, she enjoyed fishing, sewing, gardening, raising poodles and chasing her five grandchildren. She was famous for her handmade dolls and won awards at the Alaska State Fair in 1998. It is estimated she made more than 300 dolls for friends and family. Mary’s strong will to celebrate her 100th birthday was inspirational. More than 85 friends and family members attended her celebration. Mary insisted on being independent and living a full life. She loved teaching her life experiences and telling stories. She was proud of her five-generation family. Her family said: “She was our rock. She was always there for her family. Her love and devotion for her family was inspirational to all. She was the most incredibly independent woman in her early years. She would tell you how the cow should eat the cabbage in no uncertain terms. She could run a three story hotel, tend to five grandchildren, cook for the jail and make you a new dress.” Ms. Trice was preceded in death by her mother; her father; daughter Wanda J. Crowder; son Dwight Trice; three husbands; two brothers, Dan Casbeer and Wilburn Casbeer; two sisters, Fannie and Eva; granddaughter Paula; and great-great-grandchild Jonah. Survivors are her grandson Ron Crowder; granddaughters, Kathi Lei, Glynna Wright, Susan Crowder and RoxAnn Fitzgerald; great- grandchildren, Kenny Clint, Tanya, Sean, Shea and Brian; great-great- grandchildren, Jessica, Daniel, Kelsey, Noah, Hayden, Hope and Aleia; extended family members, Helen, Dave, Emily, Alexia, Ben, George, John, Brenda, David, Candi, Carol, Lesley, Jason, Tom, Jessie, Tyler and Nathalie; and an exceptional number of lifetime friends. The family requests memorial donations be sent to the charity of the donor’s choice in Mary’s name. Valley Funeral Home November 26 JAMES “JIM” EDWARD FETZNER SAN ANGELO — James “Jim” Edward Fetzner, also lovingly known as Dad, Daddy, Grandpa, Boo, Fetz, Jimmy and Jimmycito, passed away Sunday, Nov. 24, 2004, in San Angelo. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28, in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Live Oak Cemetery in Concho County, Texas. Jim was born Aug. 4, 1938, in Erie, Pa. He graduated in 1956 from Lawrence Park High School. He attended Gannon University in Erie before joining the United States Air Force in 1959. Jim served his country for 22 years and retired as a highly decorated master sergeant. He was stationed not only several places in the U.S., but also Germany, Turkey, Japan and the Russian and Austrian Embassies. After retiring from the Air Force, Jim attended and graduated from Angelo State University. He worked for several years as a guard at Goodyear Proving Grounds. For the last 12 years he had been a mail carrier for a rural route from San Angelo to Robert Lee. On June 21, 1997, he married the love of his life, Linda Clark. He will be welcomed into heaven not only by our Lord Jesus Christ but also by his father, Arthur H. Fetzner; a beautiful little niece, Debbie Jones; and many other family and friends who have welcomed him home. Those who love him dearly and will miss him deeply are his wife and angel here on earth, Linda Clark Fetzner; his son and daughter-in- law, Mark and Tammy Fetzner; his daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Stan Sankowsky; his daughter and son-in-law, Alicia and Jeff Ernst and their mother, Carolyn Fetzner; his stepson and wife, Justin and Scarlet Lampier; grandchildren, Christopher “Boo Buddy” Fetzner and wife Michele, Nick and Sasha Sankowsky, and Colton and Chase Ernst; a great grandson, James Clifford Fetzner; his mother, Marion Loyola Fetzner; a brother, Arthur Fetzner and his wife, Patty; three sisters, Roberta Jones and husband Dick, Mary Shaw and her husband, Dave, and Lori Sailor; and many nieces and nephews. There will be a family visitation from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, at Johnson’s Funeral Home. We love you and miss you so much. “Be Good To Yourself.” Johnson’s Funeral Home JIM O’DIORNE SAN ANGELO — Jim O’Diorne, 83, of San Angelo died Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2004, at his residence. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26, in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens with Father Maurice Voity officiating. Jim was born March 4, 1921, in Fort Madison, Iowa, to Neil and Rose O’Diorne. Jim retired as parts manager for Permian Corp. in Midland. He previously worked as a pilot for Mid-West Research and as a test pilot for Mitsubishi Aircraft. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and a resident of San Angelo since 1988. Jim was married to Betty J. Bates Purdham on March 8, 1980, in San Angelo. Survivors include his wife, Betty J. Bates Purdham O’Diorne of San Angelo; children, Debi Kline of Stillwater, Okla.; Mike O’Diorne of Georgetown, Lester Purdham and wife Mary of Weatherford, and Debra Brown and husband Scott of San Angelo; grandchildren, John and R.J. Pike of Arlington, Sara O’Diorne of San Angelo, Jillian O’Diorne of Austin, Jennifer Mancha and husband Roland of Blanco, and Heather Prindes of San Angelo; great-granddaughter, Lauren Rae Mancha of Blanco; his dog, Hobo, and his cat, Lucky. Honorary pallbearers will be Lester Purdham, Mel Wisdom, Norm Palmer, Scott Brown, Roland Mancha, Tommy Wisdom, Ronnie Foltz, Richard Schmidt and Little Bill Kohutek. The family requests memorials be made to Vista Care, 940 B Arroyo Drive, San Angelo, TX 76903. Johnson’s Funeral Home ARMALETA I. “ARMIE” MOORE SAN ANGELO — Armaleta I. “Armie” Moore, 73, of San Angelo passed away Monday, Nov. 22, 2004, at her residence. Graveside service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, in Fairmount Cemetery. She was born Nov. 29, 1930, in Wellington to Homer and Mabel Ingram. She married Benny Lee Moore on Dec. 18, 1949, in Wellington. Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, who died May 29, 1984. Survivors include her son, Eddy Moore and wife Toni of Flower Mound; three grandchildren, Kelli Moore of San Angelo, and Scotty Moore and Rikky Moore, both of Flower Mound; three brothers, Denzel Ingram of Wichita Falls, and John D. Ingram and Doyle Wayne Ingram, both of Amarillo; and one sister, Azalea Ingram of Wellington. The family wishes to express their appreciation to all her friends at the Kozy Kitchen restaurant and Ricci’s Beauty Salon. Johnson’s Funeral Home GLORIA GARCIA SAN ANGELO — Gloria Garcia, 55, of San Angelo passed away Wednesday, Nov, 24, 2004, at her residence. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 26, in the Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Father Quirino Cornejo officiating. Burial will be in Belvedere Memorial Park. Gloria was born June 20, 1949, in Sabinas, Mexico, to Pedro and Dora Recendiz. She married Hector Garcia on Feb. 19, 1968, in Rosita, Mexico, and they were blessed with six children. Survivors include her husband, Hector Garcia; daughter Rosaisela Goedde; sons, Hector Garcia and wife Maria, and Jose Garcia and wife Gloria; daughters, Gloria Angelica DeLeon, and Maria Washington and husband Spencer, all of San Angelo; son Juan Garcia of Abilene; brother Ignacio Recendiz of Longview, Texas; 12 grandchildren and one niece. Pallbearers will be Hector Garcia, Jose Garcia, Juan Garcia and Spencer Washington. Mrs. Garcia’s obituary may be viewed online at www.RobertMassie.com Robert Massie Funeral Home MARILYN JO HEINZE RAMSEY SAN ANGELO — Marilyn Jo Heinze Ramsey, 55, of Miles passed away at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2004, at her home after a courageous 15-year battle with melanoma. Marilyn was born in San Angelo, Texas, on Dec. 21, 1948, to Milton and Gladys Eckert Heinze. She was a lifelong member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles. She graduated from Miles High School in 1967 and from Angelo State University in 1971 with a degree in elementary education. She then moved to Eden, Texas, to begin a career teaching school. After moving to Eden, she met Richard Ramsey, and they were married at her parents’ home on Sept. 9, 1972. Marilyn and Richard made Eden their home for 22 years. They moved to their country home near Miles in 1994. There Marilyn enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom for their daughter, Allison, and a substitute teacher at Miles Elementary School. She was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Myrtle Hazelwood Ramsey. She is survived by her husband, Richard, of Miles; daughter Allison Ramsey of Miles; parents Milton and Gladys Heinze of Miles; three brothers, Leonard Heinze and wife Nancy of Arlington, Mark Heinze and wife Renae of Miles, and Brent Heinze and wife She’re of Miles; sisters-in-law, Nona Stokes and husband Craig of Abilene, and Donna McCleod and husband John of Texarkana, Texas; father-in-law Clifford Ramsey of Abilene; nieces; nephews; other relatives; and special friends Dr. Ronnie Fenton and his wife, Jo Anna, of Little Rock, Ark. Visitation was from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 25, at Johnson’s Funeral Home in San Angelo. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 26, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles with Diana Terrazas A.I.M., Chester McCown, and the Rev. Eddie Tingle officiating. Burial will follow in the Miles Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Matt Heinze, Kevin Heinze, Shane Heinze, Edward Heinze, Curt Storey and Terry Caffey. The family wishes to express a special thanks to Dr. Kenneth Rose of San Angelo and Hospice of San Angelo for their wonderful care. Also, a special expression of gratitude for Dr. Lon Smith, Dr. Thomas Kingman, Dr. David Mullins and Dr. Calvin Day, all of San Antonio, for their specialized efforts of care for Marilyn. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of San Angelo, Trinity Lutheran Church of Miles, First Baptist Church of Miles or a favorite charity. Jesus said, “If you believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” Mark 9:23. Johnson's Funeral Home November 28 "CHARLIE" PONDER ROGERS STERLING CITY — “Charlie” Ponder Rogers of Sterling City departed this life on Thursday, Nov. 25, 2004. Service will be tomorrow at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Sterling City with burial in Nolan, Texas. He was born on Oct. 15, 1955, to Leo Rogers and Billie Murphy in Sweetwater, Texas. Charlie attended schools in Sweetwater and Bronte. On Oct. 28, 1975, Charlie married Debbie Lister. Charlie had been a resident of Sterling City for 18 years. He was preceded in death by his mother, Billie Murphy. Survivors include his wife, Debbie; daughters, Blessin and husband Justin Frizzell of Sterling City, and Danielle and husband Daniel Toof of Stephenville; four grandchildren; sisters, Jan Campbell of Monahans and Jackie Hill of Midland; and brothers, David Rogers of Denver City, Mike Rogers of Slaton and Ricky Rogers of Mesa, Ariz. Ross Funeral Home LEANDER "GENE" EUGENE HALL III SAN ANGELO — Leander “Gene” Eugene Hall passed away Friday, Nov. 26, 2004, at his residence in San Angelo, Texas. Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, in Greenleaf Cemetery, Brownwood. Lee was born Aug. 5, 1938, in Coleman, Texas, to Leander and Ruth Hall. Mr. Hall was preceded in death by his parents and son Michael Hall. Mr. Hall served his country in the United States Army from 1956 to 1959. Mr. Hall retired from Civil Service (Navy) in 1995 after serving 29 years in the Meteorological and Oceanographic division of the Naval Air Warfare Center, Point Mugu, Calif. Mr. Hall retired as the Geophysics Division Instrumentation Branch head. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Sandra Atkerson Hall; three children, Vicki Lynn Putman and husband David Putman of Oxnard, Calif., Thomas Hall and wife Carmen of La Pine, Ore., and David Hall of Oxnard, Calif.; sister, Ann Schulze and husband Ken Schulze of Hext, Texas; sister-in-law, Kay Robb and husband Roy K. Robb of San Angelo, Texas; mother-in-law, Flora Atkerson of San Angelo, Texas; and eight grandchildren, Jenny Hall of Grover Beach, Calif., Dustin Hall of Bakersville, Calif., Andrew Hall of Oxnard, Calif., Amanda Putnam of Oxnard, Calif., Travis Hall of LaPine, Ore., Dylan Hall of LaPine, Ore., Leanna Hall of LaPine, Ore., and Cierra Hall of Oxnard, Calif. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Hospice of San Angelo. Memorials may be made to Hospice of San Angelo. Johnson’s Funeral Home MINNE MAGDALENA McCALEB OZONA — Minnie Magdalena McCaleb, age 95, of Ozona died Friday, Nov. 26, 2004. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, at the Ozona First Baptist Church. Graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, in Antioch Cemetery in Antioch, Okla. Minnie was born Oct. 15, 1909, in Garvin County, Okla., the oldest of six children of Jesse and Homer Adams. She married Lowell McCaleb on Dec. 18, 1936, in Pauls Valley, Okla. Minnie and Lowell moved to Ozona on Jan. 13, 1937, from Wallville, Okla. On Aug. 26, 1973, Minnie and Lowell became the attendants of the Ozona Fire Station, where she remained until retirement at age 89. Minnie was preceded in death by her husband, Lowell; her parents, Jesse and Homer Adams; stepmother, Cora Adams; and sister, Bertha Ritter. Survivors include her five children, George Earl Tillery and wife Doris of Pecos, Lavern Casbeer of Eldorado, Wanda Knudson and husband Otto of Victoria, Donald McCaleb and wife Patricia of Bellaire, and Helen Smith of Phoenix, Ariz.; three sisters, Maggie Kay of Elmore City, Okla., Mammie Childress of Maysville, Okla., and Lula McMillan of Tuttle, Okla.; one brother, Vernon Adams of Elmore City, Okla.; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews. Special friends include Bob Falkner, Steve Kenley, Dee Keilers, Doug Meador and the other members of the Ozona Fire Department. The family requests memorials be made to the Ozona Volunteer Fire Dept. or the charity of your choice. Preddy Funeral Home ELLA McKEE FRENCH SAN ANGELO — Ella McKee French, 86, of San Angelo passed away on Friday, Nov. 26, 2004, at her residence. Ella was born June 17, 1918, in Eldorado, Texas, to Nellie and Robert McKee. She was married for 28 years to Bobbie French and lived in and around San Angelo. Ella worked as a cook in the health care industry most of her life; she was also a devoted housewife and homemaker. A private family memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, in Pioneer Memorial Park in San Angelo. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, two brothers and one grandchild. Survivors include her husband, Bobbie French of San Angelo, three daughters, Lee Vanwinkle and husband Eddie of Junction, LaNell Weinkauf and husband David of Huntsville, and Judy Urbantke and husband Dennis of Miles; and one sister, Bobbie Killebrew and husband Hugh of Eldorado. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and numerous great and great-great grandchildren. The family would like to thank VistaCare of San Angelo and Out Reach of San Angelo; memorials may be made to those organizations. Shaffer Funeral Home November 29 HENRY PAUL STURM SAN ANGELO — Henry Paul Sturm of Veribest passed away surrounded by his family on Nov. 27, 2004, at his home. Mass will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at St. Ambrose Catholic Church with Father Tom Barley officiating. Burial will follow in St. Ambrose Catholic Cemetery. Rosary will be Monday, Nov. 29, 2004, at 6 p.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. Mr. Sturm was born May 7, 1922, in Runnels County to Paul and Josephine Pelzel Sturm. He married Rosalie Schwertner on Oct. 30, 1944, in Rowena. He lived in the Veribest area for the past 44 years. Henry spent his entire life working hard and enjoying his family and friends. He had a great sense of humor and loved to tease the grandkids. His passion was farming and doing his own repairs on his farm equipment. Until about four years ago, he would restore tractors, a great sense of accomplishment for him. His 16 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren were his inspiration and delight. Mr. Sturm was a member of the Knights of Columbus and St. Ambrose Society. He is preceded in death by five sisters, Elizabeth Sturm, Angeline Sturm, Helen Matthiesen, Josie Schwertner and Louise Schwertner; and three brothers, Richard, Fred and Louie Sturm. Henry is survived by his wife, Rosalie Sturm; three daughters and their husbands, Marilee and Eugene Jost of St. Lawrence, Ruby and Michael Braden of Wall, Debbie and Danny Wilde of Wall; two sons and their wives, Michael and Connie Sturm of San Angelo, and Kevin and Teresa Sturm of Veribest; 16 grandchildren, Douglas Jost and wife Carol, Jacque Schaefer and husband Doyle, Darren Jost and wife Kimberly, Tiffany Matschek and husband Chris, Brian Braden and wife Kathy, Brandon Braden and wife Brandi, Cory Braden and wife Tracy, Curt Braden and wife Krystle, Shelby Sturm, Cody and Misty Sturm, Dara Wilde, Chandra Wilde, Kayla Wilde, Danica Wilde, Ashely Sturm and Justin Sturm; and 21 great-grandchildren, M’Call, Peyton, Brylie and Kenzie Schaefer, July, Colton and Trae Jost, Bailey, Bethany and Abbye Matschek, Avery Jost, Taylor and Layne Rylee Braden, Makenna, Makalee and Sutton Braden, Cullen Braden, and Jaden, Jace and Madison Sturm. Other survivors include his sisters, Tillie Piel, Emma Kruppa, Frieda Janca, Lorene Cmerek, Dorene Matthiesen, Rosa Schwertner, Julie Rohmfeld, Jerline Rohmfeld, Florine Odell Kellermeier, and other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. The family of Henry Sturm would like to thank three special nurses, Mary Cheek, Debra Hooten and Wanda Lange, for their special care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Hospice of San Angelo or a favorite charity. Shaffer Funeral Home VERNON BAILEY WINTERS — Vernon Bailey, 73, of Maxwell, N.M., died Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2004, in Maxwell, N.M. Service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Winters Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Fairview Cemetery. He was born on Oct. 16, 1931 in Winters, Texas, the son of Clyde V. and Vera Dunham Bailey. He served in the United States Air Force and is a veteran of the Korean War. He was an avid gardener, enjoyed fishing, loved his lake cabin and also enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, nieces, nephews and being with children in general. He also enjoyed the local coffee shop and telling stories with his retired buddies. Vernon was also a member of the National Rifle Association. Vernon is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Billy Max Bailey. He is survived by his daughter, Belinda Doerr of Maxwell, N.M.; his son, Clyde W. Bailey of Trinidad, Colo.; their mother, Gail Bailey; daughter-in-law, Meg Bailey; and granddaughters, Nicole Bailey and Ashley Bailey. Also surviving is his sister, Patsy Harms and husband Bob of Livingston, Texas. Winters Funeral Home C. DALE POND C. Dale Pond, 78, of Trinity, Texas, beloved husband, father, brother and uncle, went to be with our Lord on Friday, Nov. 26, 2004, at Conroe Regional Hospital in Conroe, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2004, in the Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Nov. 29, 2004, at the funeral home. Dale was born Nov. 8, 1926, in Muenster, Texas, to James W. and Eula M. Pond. He was raised and attended schools in Cooke County. He served in the U.S. Army as a military policeman in the Pacific during World War II. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army Air Corps on July 13, 1946. Dale retired from Occidental Petroleum Corp. and Cities Service Oil Co. after 40 years of service. He was active with the Boy Scouts of America and Lions Club and other civic duties. He was fondest of taking his sons and scout troop fishing and hunting. He was a member of the Methodist church. His son, Michael Pond; parents; brothers, Billy, R.H. and Jerry; sisters, Jewell and Shirley, preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Dolores Gray Pond of Trinity, Texas; son, Robert D. Pond and wife Mary of Murdock, Kansas; daughter, Carol Kirkland and husband Don of Houston, Texas; granddaughter, Amanda Knell of Melbourne, Fla.; three grandsons, William D. Pond and wife Deana of Oklahoma City, Okla., Joseph M. Knell of Bryan, Texas, and Kenneth Kirkland of Houston, Texas; great- granddaughters, Grace and Ava Pond of Oklahoma City; three sisters, Joyce Pemberton of Clovis, N.M., Anna Andrews of Wichita Falls, Texas, and Linda Perez of Espanola, N.M.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be the grandsons. Johnson’s Funeral Home November 30 KENNETH WAYNE HENSON RICHLAND HILLS — Kenneth Wayne Henson was born to Joe and Frances Henson in San Angelo, Texas, on April 11, 1943. He attended local schools and graduated from San Angelo Central High School and Texas Christian University. He was a standout football player. Henson later went into professional football, playing for the Los Angeles Rams and the Pittsburg Steelers. After his football career, he worked for the Internal Revenue Service for 30 years in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Henson is survived by his mother, Frances Henson Benton of San Angelo; and his son and daughter-in-law, Aaron and Melissa Henson of Richland Hills. He is also survived by special friends, Ray Brown of Fort Worth and by Fred Guenther of San Angelo. Graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, in Fairmount Cemetery with the Rev. Dr. Darrell Smith, teacher for the Business Men’s Bible Class, officiating. NELSON ANDREW "SKIP" GERON SAN ANGELO — Nelson Andrew “Skip” Geron Jr., 61, of San Angelo died Sunday, Nov. 28, 2004, in a local nursing center. Service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Mike Andress officiating. Burial will follow in Grape Creek Cemetery. Skip was born Aug. 21, 1943, in Roscoe, Texas, to Nelson A. Geron Sr. and Ellawee Hicks Geron. Skip was raised in Sweetwater and attended Texas Tech University. During his employment with Texas Employment Commission he served as office manager in Big Spring, assistant regional director in Midland and area manager in San Angelo. Skip was married to Cindy Childs on April 5, 1974, in San Angelo. Survivors include his wife, Cindy Childs Geron of San Angelo; daughter, Angela Walterscheid and husband Kent of Plano; son, David Geron and wife Alison of San Angelo; grandchildren, Megan and Macy Walterscheid of Plano; brother, Larry Geron and wife Beverly of Sweetwater; numerous nieces and nephews; special friends, Jaime and Odie Martinez, Harold Moon, John and Carrie Spurlock, Amanda Villarreal and Doyle and Ivie Graham; and numerous other friends and relatives. Pallbearers will be Jon Childs Sr., Brad Childs, Gerry Clark, John Spurlock, Jaime Martinez and Keith Wiggins. Honorary pallbearers will be his nephews. The family wishes to express a special thanks to Hospice of San Angelo, Sherry, Mike, Lisa and Amanda, and also to Billie Sutton, Dr. Robert Carsner and to the very caring staff at Riverside Health Care Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Hospice of San Angelo, Grape Creek Cemetery or a charity of choice. Skip had a heart of gold and will be missed; but we know his suffering is over and he is finally at peace. “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” — III Corinthians 5:17 NIV Johnson’s Funeral Home JEANE HOOPER "TOOTSIE" FOSTER SAN ANGELO — Jeane Hooper “Tootsie” Foster, 91, died Sunday, Nov. 28, 2004, in a local hospital. Service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, at the Lawnhaven Mausoleum with the Rev. L.C. Messer officiating. Mrs. Foster was born April 4, 1912, in Goldsboro, Texas. She was baptized into the Baptist Church at the age of 10. Feeling that 10 was too young an age, she was reaffirmed at age 12. From birth, she was called “Tootsie” by most everyone. Mrs. Foster briefly attended Lake View School. She also attended Draughon’s Business College in San Antonio, where she met Luther Foster on Dec. 24, 1932. Her aunt accompanied the couple to Boerne, Texas, where they were married. In 1940, the couple transferred from their government positions at Fort Sam Houston to Prison of War Camp, Colo.; Jeane as secretary to the colonel over German prisoners of war, confidential case histories. Mrs. Foster completed her education at Denver University, majoring in journalism. Publishing for pay qualified her for membership in the National League of American Penwomen. “Definitely not a joiner,” she did, however, belong to the Rebekahs and enjoyed Bible study classes. Mrs. Foster wrote for 10 to 12 years for Denver Weekly newspapers, publishing a continuing “Hobby Quest” column, and in national hobby magazines. Her articles, many of religious type, won contests nationally. She spoke on TV and radio on her hobbies, writing and “Unique Entertainment.” Also “Party- planning” became “Just Having Company.” Employed by the City-County of Denver for 20 years, she was given the “Mayor’s Award of Merit” upon retiring. In 1980, the Fosters returned to San Angelo to be near their families. Luke died in 1982. She couldn’t bear leaving the least chore to her family, even to having a “Living Will.” She was preceded in death by her parents, Minnie and Willard Hooper; three sisters, Myrtle Moore, Ruth Faust and Virginia Kent; two brothers, Howard “H.L.” Hooper and Venton “V.T.” Hooper; and husband, Luther “Luke” Foster. Survivors include one brother, Forrest Mike Hooper and wife Oletha Fay of San Angelo; five nephews, Don McCloud of California, Roy Faust of California, David Hooper of Mount Vernon, and Ted Hooper and Robert Hooper, both of San Angelo; and four nieces, Dot Knebel of San Angelo, Ann Copas of Inverness, Fla., Linda Archer of Orlando, Fla., and Merle Neill of Boise, La. Johnson’s Funeral Home