Morgan “Ganza” Brian Welborn, age 55, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Born on June 8, 1970, in San Bernardino, California, Morgan was the beloved son of Peggy Reichard and the late Terry Welborn.

Morgan attended North High School and graduated in 1992. He pursued his passion for storytelling as an independent film director. His creativity, vision, and dedication to indie art left an everlasting mark on all who knew him and admired his work. Morgan was a fierce believer in the power of storytelling, and he brought that belief to life through his films and his vibrant sense of humor.

Morgan is preceded in death by his father, Terry James Welborn, and his brother, Dale Edward Jackson.

He is lovingly remembered by his mother, Peggy Jean Harmes, and her husband, James; his twin brother, James Scott Welborn; and his nieces, Kiarra Jackson and Mikhaela Torio.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Morgan’s honor on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., at 3226 Sunlake Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76905.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that memorial donations be made in Morgan’s name to support diabetes research—a cause close to our heart.

Family and friends may leave online condolences at www.Johnsons-FuneralHome.com.

With sorrow and pain we announce the passing of our daughter Ariahella Kamille Gloria, the lord gave us 5 beautiful years with her before she gained her wings.

Ari girl “The Bull” was such a gentle giant with a big personality, Ari loved mermaids and being at the ocean, a true mermaid at heart.

Even in all the smallest of things she would find joy.

She had an obsession with balloons and bubbles, playing dress up wearing her plastic princess heels, playing with her cousins, roaming around outside eating dirt, roaring like a dinosaur, and spending time with her dog Jax. If Ari was not inside watching Bluey episodes or watching every princess movie she loved being adventurous and to go exploring every chance she could. 

Her constant laughter and smile that would fill the room will definitely be missed but not forgotten as we will always continue to keep her memories alive. We never want this disease to define who Ari is, she was a strong, brave, courageous little girl who fought her battle until her last breath.

Ari is met in heaven by her beautiful sister Khloe Gloria; Uncles, Mario Jr. Salazar, Amador Salazar; Cousin, Israel Galindo; Grandma, Melody Gloria and Great Grandpa, Amador Salazar. 

Left to cherish her memory are her parents, Natalie Salazar and Hector Gloria; grandparents, Carol Salazar and Mario Salazar; great grandparents, Gus and Kay Constancio, Ubaldina Salazar, and Cruz de la Garza; aunts and uncles, Justin-Salazar, Isabella Salazar, Jorge and Veronica Reyes and family, and 

Cassandra De La Garza and family, and many cousins, great aunts and uncles.

Hector and Natalie would like to take this moment and say thank you to hospice of San Angelo, her neurologist and medical team, her social worker Patrica and Candy, her hospice nurse.

We would also like to thank the community who have been following our story with both of our girls, we truly do appreciate all the support with much love and sadness.

The Gloria Family.

Here lies a spirit, light and free, a mermaid girl of the deep blue sea.

Five years she danced, a joyful dream, besides coral castles, a vibrant gleam.

With fins of stardust, and eyes so bright, she chased the sun through ocean light.

A tiny siren, with songs untold, in waves of wonder, her story unfolds.

Though tides may turn, and oceans weep, her memory sleeps in the ocean deep.

A mermaid's daughter, forevermore, she swims in heavens, to distant shores.

A visitation for Ariahella will be held Monday, July 7, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home, 435 West Beauregard, San Angelo, TX 76903. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at The House Of Jireh, 1414 N Chadbourne St, San Angelo, TX 76903. A graveside service will occur Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens, 4989 FM Highway 1223, San Angelo, TX 76905. 

Serving as pallbearers are Justin Salazar, Jayden Salazar, George Reyes, George Morales, Junior Bedolla and Dustin Nguyen.

Gerald "Jerry" Patrick Dalton, 70, passed away in the early morning Thursday, June 19, 2025 in San Angelo.

A celebration of life service will be at a later date. Friends will be able to share the many stories of Jerry's life. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Dalton was born February 2, 1955 in Detroit, Michigan, to Floyd Carroll and Lola Irene Dalton. As a small child the family moved to Arlington, where Jerry and his father owned and operated a gas station for many years. Jerry changed careers and became a guard at the prison in Dalhart and later in Palestine. While in Dalhart he met through a blind date Mary Bollig, whom he married on April 15, 2020. Jerry was a resident of San Angelo with his wife, two beloved dogs, Snoopy, Gus, and some cats.

Jerry was well known and loved by the San Angelo community as he and Mary became small animal rehabbers. He raised orphaned animals mainly opossums and squirrels to be able to release back into nature. Jerry's joy was found in watching them be released to find their new home. Jerry loved spending time outdoors metal detecting.

Jerry loved fishing, wood working, and fixing things when they broke, especially for other people. He loved God, and in his own words Jerry said, " I won the fight of my life with the best coaches - Jesus Christ, my wife Mary, and MD Anderson Cancer Center." He wrote his biography, a booklet about his battle with melanoma which he survived, remaining cancer free for 25 years. It's called Melanoma, Then Why Am I Still Here "a biography of the luckiest most unlucky guy." Jerry said, "along with humor,I used it to help myself and others affected by cancer. God is with you. Ask Him for spiritual healing." He and his wife attended a home church with pastor Les Smith.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Dalton of the home; a niece, Karen Spann of Venus, Texas; and three great nephews, Michael, Douglas, and Daniel.

Laurence Matthews Lasater, a longtime rancher, died on July 2, 2025.

Laurie was born October 21, 1941, in San Antonio, Texas, the eldest child of Thomas and Mary Casey Lasater, founders of the Beefmaster breed of cattle.

He graduated from the eighth grade in Simla, Colorado, and attended Fountain Valley School near Colorado Springs and Lawrenceville School in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, graduating in 1953. Laurie graduated with honors from Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey, in 1963.

After military service, he married Annette Nixon in 1964. They moved to Coahuila, Mexico, where they introduced the Beefmaster breed and lived until 1972. Both of their children, Laurence M. “Lorenzo” Lasater, Jr., and Annette Isabel Lasater were born in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico.

In 1972, the Lasaters moved to San Angelo, where he founded and was chairman of Isa Cattle Co., Inc., which markets Beefmaster genetics worldwide.

Laurie authored four books: The Lasater Philosophy of Cattle Raising in 1972, which was published by The University of Texas-El Paso and is now in its 17th printing and translated into Spanish and Russian; Welcome to the New Cattle Industry; Tailwind Both Ways; and Great Cattlemen I Have Known.

A fourth-generation rancher, Laurie served as a director of Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, and Nolan Ryan Beef. He also served as president of Foundation Beefmaster Association, and in 2000 he was honored as Beefmaster Breeders United’s Breeder of the Year. Laurie was inducted into the BBU Hall of Fame in 2016 and the Texas Heritage Hall of Honor in 2020 in recognition of his contributions to the state’s agricultural heritage.

In San Angelo, he served as elder of the First Presbyterian Church, chairman of the United Way Allocations Committee, and board president of the Samaritan Counseling Center.

Laurie is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Annette. He is survived by their son, Lorenzo, and his wife, Leslie, as well as their daughter, Isabel, and her husband, J.C. Hernandez. He is also survived by five grandchildren: Laurence M. “Watt” Lasater, III, and his wife, Addison; Beau Cameron Lasater and his wife, Paige; and Luke Laurence, Benjamin Lasater, and Sabella Ivy Hernandez; three great-grandchildren: Jaxon James and Elizabeth Wren Lasater and Emma Marie Lasater; and two of his siblings, Lane Lasater and Sally Lasater.

Although known for his many ranching accomplishments, “Dad L” was devoted to his family and cherished spending time with them. His larger-than-life persona touched many, and he will be deeply missed.

A combined memorial service for Laurie and Annette will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests gifts to the Beefmaster Educational Endowment Foundation (www.beefmasterfoundation.org) or the charity of your choice.

William Einstein Cobb, lovingly known as "Stein," peacefully transitioned from this life into eternal rest on June 30, 2025, at the age of 73. He was born on December 11, 1951 in Hillsboro Texas. Stein graduated from Peabody High School in 1971, and in 1978 planted roots in San Angelo, Texas. On May 3, 1980, he married Dorethea Mayberry, and from their union, a daughter, Olivia, was born. He served in several professional roles, including the Texas Workforce Commission, the GAFB Community Club, and the San Angelo State School, retiring in 1991 after years of faithful service. He had a brilliant mind, and a passion for technology and scripture. He was known for his deep knowledge of the Bible, often spending time reading, meditating on, and reflecting on its meaning. Stein had a special connection to prayer - his words were never ordinary. He had a gift for speaking to God with a depth and uniqueness that always felt powerful and personal. He was an ordained minister and spent decades studying and teaching the Word of God. He was a proud member of Miracle Temple Church of God in Christ, where he served and worshipped for many years. Though he wore many titles - brother, uncle, father - it was "Papa" that lit up his world. He cherished his grandchildren and found boundless joy in his great-grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter, Olivia Cobb; grandchildren, DeMarcus Cobb (Arianna), Xavier DeWitt, and Anayishah Rizo (Cruz); and great-grandchildren, Amir Cobb, Anais Cobb, and Abigail Rizo. He also leaves behind his beloved sister, Verna Allen (Johnny); his former spouse and cherished friend, Dorethea Mayberry; and a host of nieces, nephews, and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ella Kate Henley and George Washington Cobb Sr.; his sisters, Helen Beaver and Lily Jackson; and his brother, George Cobb Jr. A memorial celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, July 5th, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Harper Funeral Home, 2606 Southland Blvd, San Angelo, TX 76904

Family and friends may share their condolences and sign the online register books at www.harper-funeralhome.com.

Maberta Kay Weatherby Ellis, of San Angelo, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the age of 85, at her home following a period of illness complicated by dementia. She was born on December 16, 1939, in San Angelo, Texas, to Roberta Carr and Theron K. Weatherby.

Kay grew up in San Angelo and Big Lake, Texas, on the family ranch—a place that taught her resilience and stewardship. She was especially close to her younger brother, Theron Karman Weatherby, with whom she shared many childhood memories riding to and from town together for Reagan County schools and sports in their shared vehicle.

Following her love of art, Kay traveled to New York to attend art school before deciding to pursue a career in healthcare. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Angelo State University and worked as a medical technologist.

Kay was a remarkably talented artist. Her creativity knew no bounds—she painted, photographed, sculpted, and created beautiful, counted cross-stitch, intricate beaded jewelry, and many cherished rosaries she shared with friends.

In 1962 she married Sonny Becknell, and though they later divorced, they remained lifelong friends. In 1979, she married Buddy Ellis.

Kay was known for her generous spirit and deep love of community arts and music. She helped fund and support events and organizations such as the San Angelo Cowboy Gathering, Bluegrass Festival, Bluesfest, Rockin’ the Ranch, The Chicken Farm Art Center, and perhaps her favorites—the Lady in Blue Project and Heritage Park.

Music was central to her life. She rarely missed a jam session, often attending four or more each month, playing her keyboard and singing with friends. She especially loved hosting, welcoming musicians into her home for the 4th Monday jam each month. Kay also supported many musicians in advancing their careers, including Bernie Nelson, Case Hardin, Daniel Makins, KR Wood, and the Kin Faux band.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roberta Carr and Theron K. Weatherby; her husband, Buddy Ellis; her brothers, Johnnie Sim Weatherby (and his wife, Jo Weatherby) and Dr. Karman Weatherby (and his wife, Carolyn Weatherby); nephews Jay Sim Weatherby, Joe Dean Weatherby, Jeff Weatherby, and Dr. Jerry McCabe; her dear aunt, Mabel Carnes; and dear friends, James Basford, KR Wood, and her first husband, Sonny Becknell.

She leaves behind her beloved daughters, Brandi and husband John Young of San Angelo, and Margo Robin Gooding of Bremond, Texas. Her grandchildren include Brianne Brock (Jason) of Eldorado, Kylie Collins (Josh) of San Angelo, and Desiree de Jongh (Jacob) of College Station. She adored watching them and her great-grandchildren grow: Brason, Kane, Jett, and Sadie Brock; Jonah, Quinton, and Livi Collins; and William Harman.

Other family members remaining to cherish her memory include Buddy’s children and their families: Kimberly Rathmell Morgan, Wade Rathmell (Janice), Kipp Rathmell (Donna); as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families: Tim Weatherby (Claire), Jay Weatherby (Jana), Amy Hendrick (Cal), Kristin Valicek (Ed), Mike McCabe (Diana), Terry McCabe (Anna), Todd McCabe, and Cindy Weatherby and their families.

Also especially dear are Heather and RL Pond of Amarillo and their children Jaxton, Preslie, and Tru; Ortencia de Leon of Arlington; Stacey Asbill (Brandon) of Mason; and Marjorie Maloney (Paul) of Cypress.

Kay leaves behind many friends, including Margaret Nixon, Diane Secord, Lucia Driskell, Tammy Worley, Jay and Penny Johnson, Dwain and Vicky Morrison, and all the musicians she played with at the jam sessions and that she enjoyed supporting.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday, July 3, from 5 – 7 p.m. at Haper Funeral Home, 2606 Southland Blvd., San Angelo, TX. The graveside service will take place Saturday, July 5, at 11 a.m. at Glen Rest Cemetery, 100 E Lake St., Big Lake, TX, with Lori Jo Thomas singing.

A Celebration of Life & Jam Session will be held Saturday, July 5, from 6 – 8 p.m. at San Angelo Cowboy Church, 4015 N. Chadbourne, San Angelo, TX. Rev. Jay Johnson will officiate, and the family welcomes you to share your memories.

Pallbearers for the service will be Tim Weatherby, Jay Weatherby, Brownie Fisher, Case Hardin, Bernie Nelson, Mike Truitt, and T. Gozney Thornton.

In honor of Kay’s generous spirit, memorial contributions may be made to any of her favorite causes: House of Faith, San Angelo Cowboy Church, or Emmanuel Episcopal School of the Arts. Supporting these organizations is a meaningful way to continue her legacy of caring and giving.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Hospice of San Angelo, Shannon Home Health, and her special friends and caregivers: Aurora Lozano, Daija, Rebeckah, Ciria, and Maria, for their compassionate care and support.

Family and friends may share their condolences and sign the online register book at www.harper-funeralhome.com.

Roy Wayne Green, age 87, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away on Monday the 30th of June in San Angelo, Texas. Roy was born on July 24th, 1937, in San Angelo Texas.

Roy attended San Angelo Central High School and walked on the wild side where he rode bare back broncs for a short time. He married Margaret Bennett on January 12, 1958. Roy attended ASU and studied architecture. Roy served in the Army National Guard Reserves for over 10 years and was active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Upon returning to San Angelo, Mr. Green became a home builder for a short period. Always wanting a challenge, he started Aero Weapons, a government contracting business that he grew and ran with his wife Margaret for over 20 years. He soon got the “oil” bug and became an independent oil and gas producer. Being self-taught and hardworking, Roy survived the good and bad times of the oil/gas business always with a positive “can do” attitude. Roy Sr. was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, who was so proud of his family and what he had accomplished. Although a workaholic, he found and made the time for his family.

Whether making the rodeo circuit with Lisa, making handmade rubber band guns in the garage for Roy Jr. and all his friends or buying hamster after hamster for Vicki, he was there when it mattered.

He was proceeded in death by his parents Charles and Margaret (Jo) Green. Roy is survived by his wife Margaret, children Vicki Frazier and husband Bobby, Roy Green Jr. and husband Nick, Lisa Gonzales and husband Richard. Grandchildren Amber Almeida and husband Antone, Alex Gonzales, Max Gonzales and Apollo Gonzales and great grandsons Aaron Almeida, Ethan Avalos and preceded in death great granddaughter Abby Almeida. Also survived by two sister-in-law’s, Kay Long and Nelle Irvine as well as two cousins Gene and George Green from Austin.

Roy will be remembered for his unique, sometimes colorful sense of humor. His loud and commanding voice, his sometimes stretch of the truth and storytelling. He will be remembered as someone who worked hard and taught his children to do the same. A man that had his integrity and honor and whose word meant something. He cherished his friends and was always the perfect gentlemen. Roy loved to cook and was famous for his hot rolls and liked to have his dishes rated on a scale of 1-10. Roy was a 10 on our scale. A conservative man, but who was accepting, generous and giving and who had a heart the size of Texas. Roy struggled with Dementia in his later years, but his wit, charm and love shown through. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Melissa, Vivian, Maria & Clinton who provided loving home health care and support.

Friends are cordially invited to a celebration of life reception with the family on Wednesday 7/2/25 from 5pm-7pm at Harpers Funeral Home. Interment will be at Lawnhaven cemetery with military honors for family only on 7/3/25.

In lieu of flowers the family request donations to West Texas Boys Ranch, Alzheimer’s Association-San Angelo.

Donna Gay Gass Robison, 68 of San Angelo TX, passed away on June 27, 2025.

She was born on July 2, 1956 to Verda Mae Marks and Cecil Charles Gass in San Angelo Texas at Shannon Hospital. Donna attended Central High School and graduated in the class of 1974. Donna married Wesley Dale Robison in San Angelo on January 19th, 1974 and had 2 children.

After retiring from West Texas Utilities after 17 years she then attended Howard Junior College where she obtained her Business Associates degree and continued her career in Staffing and Patient Care Services at Shannon Hospital where she made wonderful memories and life long friends for 22 years. 

Donna was a proud member of the Class of 1974 Reunion Committee for Central High School for 4 decades and had a passion for family, gardening, bowling, Bunko, watching the birds play in the yard, helping others, and ultimate love for her animals.

Visitation will be held at Johnson’s Funeral Home on July 2nd from 6 PM to 8 PM. Celebration of Life will be held on July 10th at 2 PM in the Chapel of Johnson’s Funeral Home.

The family would like to thank The Hospice of San Angelo and the staff of Dianne Bass for their continued care and support in her last few weeks as well as her loving friends and coworkers at Shannon Hospital.

Donna was preceded in death by her mother Verda Mae, her father Cecil Charles, and her forever soul mate Wesley Dale Robison.

She is survived by her daughter Christa Robison Howard and husband Shane of Midland, son John Wesley Robison and fiancée Tricia Kinkade of Odessa; five grandchildren Tianna Rhae Farris, Jesse Ray Robison, Colby Shane Wesley Howard, Rheanna Nikole Robison, Chloe Lynn Howard; one great grandchild and best buddy Caiden Lee Farris; and her life long best friend Candis Rodgers Hicks.

“She leaves a void that will be impossible to fill.” She will always be remembered for her playful sense of humor, her unmeasurable love for her family and friends, and the strength she passed on to her family.

“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die” – Thomas Campbell.

Norman L. Shelton, SMSgt, USAF, Retired, age 92, completed his final Permanent Change of Station (PCS) on June 25, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas, surrounded by his four children. Norm was born on August 20, 1932, to Carl “Hop” and Nellie Shelton in Durham, North Carolina, where he attended school and graduated from Bragtown High School in 1952. A few weeks later, Norm married his high school sweetheart, Hazel Dietz, and enlisted in the United States Air Force the following month, proudly serving his country for 30 years. Norm completed assignments in Valdosta, Georgia; Goldsboro, North Carolina; San Antonio, Texas; a remote tour in Shemya, Alaska, as well as 12 years of foreign service in Dreux, France; Rhein Main and Frankfurt, Germany; Saigon, Vietnam; and Crete, Greece. In 1977 Norm was stationed at Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo, Texas, where he retired in 1982. 

Following his distinguished USAF career, Norm worked in sales at KBIL Radio and Trans Texas Federal Credit Union and took care of his clients like family. Norm was Santa Claus at Sunset Mall, making several Christmas seasons in the 1990’s extra merry and bright with his cheerful spirit and childlike wonder. Norm loved working at Rio Concho Patio Homes, where he was also a cherished community member and friend.

Norm had a heart for service his entire life. He often coached and officiated youth sports and was a volunteer fundraiser for the American Cancer Society (ACS) in San Angelo for many years. Norm was instrumental in the local Relay for Life and was the king of Jail ‘n Bail fundraisers, even persuading the Bishop to go to “jail” to support the cause. Norm had a passion for helping at Camp Discovery for children with cancer, held at the Texas Lions Camp. Norm was also an active member of the West Side Lions Club, cooking and selling many briskets to raise funds for important programs.

Norm was a social butterfly, delighted in interacting with people and dogs, and never met a stranger. He had a natural ability to make others smile, laugh, and feel seen and heard. It was impossible not to feel lighter and happier after being in Norm’s presence. 

Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 6 from 6:00 to 8 :00 PM at Johnson’s Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas. A service celebrating Norm’s life will take place on Monday, July 7 at 10:00 AM at Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel, followed by committal at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens in San Angelo. 

Norm was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Hazel Shelton, second wife, Rodessa Dorris Shelton, parents “Hop” and Nellie Shelton, sisters Addie Joyce Shelton and Dorothy Shelton Scott, brother-in-law Fred Scott, nephew Freddy Scott, sister-in-law Loretta “Ro” Foushee, grandson Terry Shelton, and his beloved dogs SuSu, Brandy, Sam the Cocker Spaniel, and Sam the Golden Retriever. Norm is survived by his children Teresa Shelton of Texas, Patricia Shelton (Ted Gardeline) of Alaska, Linda Shelton Gellman of Tennessee, and Tim Shelton (Joan) of Georgia. Norm was also an adored Grandpa, Pops, Papa, Popscorn, and G-Pa to his 10 grandchildren Tiffany Nickles, Tera Gallaway Dana Flores (Jason), and Heather Breeckner (Jason) all of Texas, Austin Gardeline of Alaska, Hannah Gellman of Pennsylvania, Tori Gellman of Massachusets, Andrea Chase (Joe) of Iowa, Mike Shelton of Texas, and Jonathan Williamson of Georgia. Norm was blessed with 14 great-grandchildren: Caydee Pingor (Rob) of Virginia, Peyton Gallaway of Colorado, Andrew Maldonado, Haleigh Newman, Frank Morell, Joseph Nickles, Grace Nickles, Madison Metcalf, Nicholas Sanchez, Jacob Shelton, Skyler Shelton, and Julian Bow all of Texas, and Evelyn and Levi Chase of Iowa. Norm’s legacy lives on in his five great greatgrandchildren Teddy and Robbie Daniel, and Sadie Pingor of Virginia, and Willow Duke, and Clint Morell of Texas. Norm leaves behind brothers-in-law John Foushee and Gary Deitz, nephews Danny Scott, Jay Foushee (Kim) and Barry Foushee (Tina), niece Lori Foushee, and cousins Tom Green and Larry Green (Paula). Norm is also survived by forever family members Lynne Shelton and Dan Gellman, as well as other nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends whom he loved dearly.

Pallbearers will be Jon Schermerhorn, Gary Wilson, John Talley, Tim Shelton, Mike Shelton, Pat Shelton, and Ted Gardeline. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a memorial donation to Camp Discovery via https://discoverycamps.campbraingiving.com/ or the American Cancer Society https://www.cancer.org/donate.html .

The Shelton family expresses their deepest thanks to Concho Hearts Hospice and the incredible staff at Shannon West Texas Memorial Hospital, especially Palliative Care and the team on 6 North, for providing excellent compassionate care for Norm and support for his children.

On June 30, 2025, Maria M. Santos, loving sister, aunt and friend to many, went to live with the Lord at the age of 82.

Mary was born on June 15, 1943 in Sonora, Texas, to Rodrigo and Victoria M. Santos. After graduating high school, Mary went on to continue her studies. She was a career-long teacher’s aide for ESL and special education students, as well as having served as the school librarian for Sonora Independent School District.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Rodrigo and Victoria, her sisters Josephina and Vicky and by her brother Tomas. She is survived by her brother Rodrigo Santos and sisters Estella Lumbreras and Rosa Gutierrez (Willie). She is also survived by her beloved nieces and nephews, Elsa Lumbreras, Rebecca Lumbreras, Ricardo Lumbreras, William Gutierrez (Julie), Sarah Gutierrez and her great-nieces and great-nephews, Oliva Garmon (Ryan), Emily Banda, James Hogeda, McKenna Garmon, Eli Gaston, Lilly Gutierrez, Aubree Garmon, Noel Gutierrez, and Karsyn Garmon. She had the most caring and compassionate loving heart for her family and her faith, and her absence has left a void in all that knew her.

Funeral arrangements done by Love Funeral Home. Viewing will be at Love Funeral Home on June 30th and July 1st, 2025, from 9am to 9 pm. Funeral services will be held at St. Ann’s Catholic Church on July 2, 2025 at 10am with burial to follow at the Sonora Cemetery. Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.