Patsy Jean Perry passed away on April 17, 2024, at the age of 83 after a courageous 6 year battle with cancer. She is now with her Savior and no longer in pain.

Patsy was born and raised in Ballinger, Texas. She married her sweet, kind and loving husband of 62 years. They were married on August 12th, 1961.

They have three children. Douglas of Roswell, NM., Deryll and wife Vickie of San Angelo and Denise Gatlin and husband James of San Angelo. Two granddaughters Kelsey of Lubbock, TX and Kaylee of San Angelo.

Patsy worked for many years at JCPenney as a floor supervisor, and a gift shop owner. After retirement, Vernon and Patsy traveled across the United States and the world, sharing their love of traveling by taking their granddaughters on many of their excursions.

Patsy is survived by her husband Vernon, children Douglas, Deryll and Denise and granddaughters Kelsey and Kaylee, sister Lawanda Crane of Abilene, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents Ober Douglas and Lilly Violet Wood.

A special thanks to Dr. Cummings and his staff, Shannon and Encompass Hospital. Also, thanks to the Silver Stars at Glen Meadows Baptist Church and her best friend Betty Bowers, along with the support that Chris Bowers provided to Vernon. A final thanks to West Texas Hospice and Juli Whittington for her love, help and support.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Harper Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. A service will take place on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 3:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home. A private burial will follow at a later date.

Herbert R. Heard, “Herbie”, age 81 was escorted by angels to his reward in Heaven on April 15th, 2024 after a brief illness. He was born on September 19, 1942 to the late MD and Margaret Heard of San Angelo. Herbie graduated from Central High School before joining the Navy. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam war on the USS Coral Sea. After being honorably discharged he became involved in the insurance industry working his way up to partner with Fields-Stewart-Dolliver insurance which eventually became USI Insurance. He enjoyed his job with USI for over 50 years as well as his coworkers which he considered his extended family.

Herbie was an avid golfer making many lifelong friends at Bentwood Country Club. He sometimes would have a stellar round of golf followed by (his favorite saying) a louse bound attempt. He also loved fishing, enjoying many trips to Del Rio with his fishing buddies Larry Ricci and Steve Wardlaw.

He will be remembered for his strong faith, love of country and his family. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Donna, his devoted and precious daughter, Carrie Jo and husband Jacques Hodges who he considered his good buddy as well as beloved granddaughters Katie and Abigail Hodges, all of Winchester, England. He is also survived by his brother, Martin Dudley Heard. He will be missed beyond words by his family but we are comforted by the fact that he is safe in the arms of the Lord that he loved with all his heart. We would like to thank the nurses and staff at Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital for the compassionate care shown during his final days.

Memorials in his name may be made to his favorite organization, House of Faith, 321 Montecito Drive, San Angelo, TX. 76903 or to a charity of your choice.

Eunice Lucille Harrison Flatt peacefully entered Heaven early Sunday Morning April 14, 2024 to be with her Savior Jesus Christ. She lived a full life and was 100 years old. She was born near Sweetwater, Texas on July 11, 1923. She will join her twin sister Vernice who passed away in 1928. These twins were born to Elizah "Lige" Harrison (1886-1965) and Zora Miles Harrison ( 1901-1977). Eunice grew up in Big Spring, Texas during the great depression and times were hard but the family was strong and lived her Faith in Jesus. She had an older brother, Clyde Clifton Harrison (1918-1995) and a younger sister Wanda Jean Burlinson (1927-2001). She was also preceded in death by her husband of 77 years Travis D. Flatt (1919- 2016) and two sons, Jerry Odell Flatt (1941- 2009) and Carl Dean Flatt ( 1949- 2019).

She loved and enjoyed her adopted home town of Albuquerque New Mexico. She loved the shops, the culture and her Church Sandia Baptist where she was very active. She loved playing her Electric Organ and she was an extremely accomplished Artist, painting many New Mexico scenes. She taught dog grooming, Wedding Cake Baking and Candy making and operated schools teaching those skills. She remained in Albuquerque until Her husband passed and was moved to Baptist Retirement Center in San Angelo, Texas in 2017. She missed her many friends in Albuquerque but made many new friends in San Angelo.

Eunice is survived by her son, Ronald D. Flatt and wife Marie ( Mertzon, Texas), Grandchildren Travis C. Flatt (Tulsa OK), Justin Flatt (Seattle WA) Jason Flatt ( Las Vegas), Grand daughters Emily Flatt Gatti ( Hawaii) and Tina Flatt Flohr (las Vegas), Daughters-in- Law Ann Flatt ( Midland TX), Linda Flatt (Las Vegas).

We are very appreciative of the love and kindness shown by Gentiva Hospice, The Crest at Baptist Retirement Center, Pastor Garland Peek, Pastor Chris Sweet, Grace Temple Baptist, Chaplin Kevin McSpaden, Chaplin Domingo Lopez and her unofficially adopted son, Ethan Crawford.

Eunice L. Flatt will be Laid to Rest at Sunset Memorial Gardens beside her beloved husband in Albuquerque on Thursday April 25, 2024 at 2 PM flowing a short viewing at French Funeral Home on Lomas N.E. at 1 pm.

Desema Renea Hernandez, Daughter, Sister, Mom, Grandma, Aunt and Friend to all, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in San Angelo. She was preceded in death by her PaPa Tommy Evans, her Uncle, David Evans, and her Cousins, David "Squirrel" Mohler and Kayla Uribe. She is survived by her loving family, Grandmother, Shirley Evans, of San Angelo; her Parents, Bobby Gray of Midland and Terrie Evans, of San Angelo; her children, Katie Hernandez, of Midland and Tyler Hernandez, of San Angelo; 3 Grandchildren,  Isabella Maria Hernandez, Amelia Rose Gentry, and Ezekiel Tyler Gentry; her two brothers, Robert Gray, of San Angelo and B.J. Gray, of Apple Valley, CA. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Renea loved life and never met a stranger. She will be deeply missed and will remain in our hearts forever.

Connie Davis, age 76 went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 29th 2024 after a short battle with cancer. She was born October 6, 1947 to Deen and Nonnett Davis. She graduated from O’Donnell High School in 1965. She is survived by a daughter Susan Matkowski and husband Jody. A son Steve Wilhelm. Grandchildren Logan, Kylie and Caroline Matkowski and SJ and Kaden Wilhelm. A sister Karen Crouch and husband Kenneth a brother Larry Davis and wife Pat. She loved animals and baking and spending time with her grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Ila Mae "Tootie" Baker
Ila Baker, 82, went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 15, 2024.

Ila was born to Jerrell and Ila Young in Fort Worth, Texas, on November 22, 1941. She
attended school in Jal, New Mexico, where she made lifelong friends who were like family
to her. After high school, Ila attended business school and began working in the banking
industry. On August 14, 1973, she married the love of her life, James Raymond "Butch"
Baker, in San Angelo, Texas. Together, they had two children, Will Ray Baker and Shelly
Fay Baker. Ila devoted her life to Will and Shelly and created a foundation of faith, love,
and support for all who knew her. Ila always loved a household of friends and family and
made all feel welcomed and loved; everyone left her house with a full belly and a heart full
of love. Ila's greatest joy was being promoted to "Grammy" in January 2000 with the birth
of Logan Michael Daly and in 2003 with the birth of Tyler Ray Daly. Ila had a huge heart
and was "Mom" to many. Ila could be found playing Scrabble at the local dress shop or at
her dining room table with family and friends, creating a house full of laughter. To know
Ila was to know love.

Ila is reunited with her loving parents, Jerrell and Ila (Warrick) Young, the love of her life,
Butch Baker, and her baby brother, Duane Young.

Ila leaves a legacy of love to her children: Will Ray Baker and girlfriend Josephine
Medrano of Stanton; Shelly Baker of Stanton; Grandson Logan Michael Daly and fiance
Taylor Marie Fender of San Angelo; and Grandson Tyler Ray Daly of Stanton.
Ila's compassion and strength will always be remembered by those fortunate enough to
know her.

Ila had a servant's heart and loved helping others. In lieu of flowers, the family asks
donations be made to a charity of your choice.

Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people. Ephesians 6:7
Graveside services will be held at 1 :00 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Sonora, Texas.

Bill Weatherby, of San Angelo, passed away on April 15th, 2024 at the age of 86. He was born on June 15th, 1937 in San Angelo, TX to parents Marvin and Annaleigh (Richburg) Weatherby.

He grew up in Miles, TX where he graduated from Miles High School in 1955. He went on to attend San Angelo College and Texas Tech University, graduating with a degree in Agricultural Education. At Tech he was a proud member of the livestock judging team and competed at the national level in Oklahoma City and Chicago.

While in college he enlisted in the Army National Guard, and was called to active duty in 1961. Bill married Tommie Phillips Weatherby while he was stationed in Fort Polk, LA in February of 1962. After his service they moved to San Angelo where he became a proud father to three daughters and began his lifelong career of buying and selling sheep for Armor, Montfort, Midwest Feed Yards, and Bill Weatherby Livestock.

He was very involved in judging and supporting area stock shows and youth. Bill served as a director of the San Angelo Stock Show and for over 25 years was the superintendent of the sheep and goat division. Bill also served on the board of directors for Paint Rock State Bank and was a member of the Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers Association.

Bill was promoted to his favorite title “Papa” in 1998 and was dearly loved by his four grandchildren. Throughout his life he was an avid sports fan, supporting Texas Tech, the Texas Rangers, and everything that aired on ESPN. He especially loved watching his grandchildren participate in their sports and activities, traveling across the state and nation to cheer them on.

He was known for his honesty and integrity, always believing that a man’s word was his bond. Up until his last day he loved and cared for his family and friends above all else.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years Tommie, daughters Karen Weatherby and Sherry (Weatherby) Smith both of San Angelo, Lisa (Weatherby) Barrett of Lubbock, grandchildren Jaclyn and Brooke Barrett, Jansen and Payne Smith, brother Gary and wife Donna Weatherby, brothers-in-law Mickey Phillips, Larry and wife Anne Phillips, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins, as well as special friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

A celebration of Bill’s life – April 20th, 2024 at 2 o’clock

Lydia "GG" Cuellar, 97, of San Angelo, passed away on April 12, 2024. She was born on December 24, 1926 in Colorado City, TX to Guadalupe Gloria and Antonia Carrasco. She married the love of her life Valeriano "Bob" Cuellar on August 5, 1946 In San Angelo and together began their family.

Lydia served at Primera Church for most of her life where she shared her passion for the Lord. She spent her time loving our littlest members at the Nursery for more than 20 years. Her friends and family were blessed to witness her faith, wisdom, and unconditional love. Lydia was the working hands and feet of the Lord as she served in ministry and her community. Two of her favorite hymns include "What a friend we have in Jesus" and "How great thou Art". She was our prayer warrior with a faithful heart and a great mentor to all who knew her.

Lydia was preceded in death by her loving husband Bob Cuellar, parents Guadalupe Gloria, Juan and Antonia Carrasco, granddaughter Jenny Cuellar, son-in-law Johnny Fira, brothers Faustino, Santos, Jesse, and Ted.

Left to cherish her precious memory: Sister Pasquala Sanchez of Robert Lee, TX, son Robert (Olga) Cuellar, son Richard (Alicia) Cuellar, and daughter Linda Fira all of San Angelo. Grandchildren, Travis Cuellar, Kristen Borrego, Joshua (Stacy) Fira of San Angelo, Nicole (Ricky) Kenmure of League City, TX, JT (Leddy) Thibodeaux of Austin, TX. 10 great-grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild. Numerous nieces and nephews including Olivia Gloria who was considered a daughter. Lydia was known by all who loved her as "GG" or "Mom" and they all brought her the greatest of joy when spending time with her.

There will be a viewing on Friday, April 19, 2024 from 5-7pm at Harper Funeral Home, 2606 Southland Blvd.

Celebration of life service on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 10am held at Primera Church of San Angelo, 23 W Ave J.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Primera Church of San Angelo, SageCrest Nursing Home of San Angelo staff: Mark, Kelly, Gloria, Diana, Bee, Bobbie, Glendora, Lisa, and Lucy, and Concho Hearts Hospice for all their love and tender care for our beloved GG.

Louella Kellar, age 101, of San Angelo, Texas passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024. Louella was born in OK.

James “Jim” Minatra, 81 of San Angelo passed away peacefully on April 15, 2024 in San Angelo.

Jim was born on February 23, 1943 in Abilene, Texas to the late N.J. and Nora (Swindle) Minatra. He attended Abilene Cooper High School. He joined the United States Navy and then served in the United States Army. Jim’s lifelong passion for guns was noted while serving in the Army where he was, “Expert (Rifle)”. He served his country honorably and was a faithful patriot. Jim initially began working with Rhodes Trucking as a diesel mechanic. He went onto own Minatra Mechanic Service in the early 70’s in Abilene. He moved and relocated the business to San Angelo in 1977. 

Jim was an avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting. He was a gun enthusiast and lifetime member of the NRA. He will be remembered for his love of God, country and family. He was respected by those who knew him. He was loyal, trustworthy, had a great sense of humor and was giving. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Kenneth Leo Minatra and Roger Coy Minatra; son, James Prickett, Jr.; daughter, Donna Eskridge and his granddaughter, Mindy Hagan.

He is survived by his children, Pam Ray Hagan and her husband David of Clyde, TX, Jimmy Ray Minatra and his wife Peggy of Lewisville, TX and Jeffrey Robert Minatra and his wife Laura of Morgan Mill, TX; 2 grandchildren he raised, Richie Davidson and Janette “Sissy” Minix and her husband Jerry; his grandchildren, Kevin Hagan, Stanton Minatra, Blaine Minatra, Grace Minatra and Abigail Miniatra; great-grandchildren, Kathan, Layken and Savana; numerous other relatives and friends. 

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 22, 2024 from 5-7:00 PM at Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home 5701 US Highway 277 S. in Abilene, Texas. A graveside committal service will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery 7457 W Lake Rd, Abilene, TX 79601. Local arrangements are under the care of Johnson's Funeral Home and services under the care of Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions in his name can be made to a charity of your choice supporting veterans.