Rita "Pinkie" Estrada, age 89, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18, 2024. Born on June 4, 1935, in San Angelo, she was the beloved daughter of John Aldrete Estrada, Sr. and Mary Enriquez. 

Rita, affectionately known as Pinkie, graduated from San Angelo High School in 1953. She dedicated her professional life to GTE, where she worked for 20 years. Beyond her career, Rita was a devout member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, where she found great joy in teaching Catechism to children. Her nurturing spirit, infectious laughter, and zest for life, especially her love for dancing, left an indelible mark on all who knew her. 

Rita's life will be celebrated with a Rosary at Johnson's Funeral Home at 6 PM on Monday, October, 28, 2024. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 AM on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate nurses, aides, and Pastor from High Plains Senior Care Hospice who cared for Rita in her final days. 

Rita was preceded in death by her parents, her brother John (Buddy) Estrada, Jr., and several cherished cousins and friends. 

Rita leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness. She is survived by her sister Patricia Estrada Maldonado and sister-in-law Nancy Castanuela. Her memory will also be cherished by nieces Kristy Maldonado, Jessica Estrada, and Lisa Estrada; nephews John Maldonado (Alejandro) and Jesse Nava (Melissa); great-niece Elena; and great-nephews Michael Sevier, Marcus Estrada (Eileen), Eden, and Eva Estrada. 

Rita's warmth, generosity, and unwavering faith inspired all who were fortunate to know her. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. She will be dearly missed.

Johnny Lee Hernandez Sr., age 63 passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.

Karl Lee “Corky” Smith, age 74, of San Angelo, Texas, peacefully passed away on Sunday, October 20th. Born on February 13, 1950, in Levelland, TX, to Bobby Joe and Mildred Louise Smith, Corky was a cherished member of his community and a beloved family man.

A proud graduate of Lakeview High School's Class of 1968, Corky pursued higher education at the University of Arlington, earning his Bachelor's degree. He dedicated his career to craftsmanship in cabinetry, co-owning S.S. Cabinet Shop and the Lone Wolf Pub, where he shared laughter and good times with friends for over 35 years.

Corky had two children and on May 28, 1995, Corky married the love of his life, Stacy who also had two children; together, they raised four wonderful children, creating a home filled with love and joy. Corky was a proud member of Masonic Lodge 1260 and the Suez Shrine Temple.

Known for his quick wit and infectious humor, Corky enjoyed socializing, traveling, and engaging in sports. Whether playing darts, pool, or sharing stories with friends, he had a gift for bringing people together.

Corky is preceded in death by his beloved parents, affectionately known as “Daddy Bob” and “Momma Lou,” as well as his cherished grandparents, Joe and Wilma Smith and David and Della James. He leaves behind a loving family: his devoted wife Stacy; children Jeff Smith, Christyna “Tyna” Smith, Gary Coleman, and Toyha (Paul) Harper; and grandchildren Hope Jacobs, Peyton Coleman, Jade Harper, Emery Harper, Kendall Coleman, Presley Harper, Grace Tibbetts, Brady Skidmore, Lana Barrington, and Tinley Barrington. He is also survived by his siblings, Larry (Barbara) Smith and Karen (David) Banks.

Open visitation will be held Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Johnson’s Funeral Home from 10 am – 8pm. A Funeral service will be held at 2 pm on October 25, 2024 in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will include John Perez, Rusty Payne, James Wimberly, Cliff Prescott, JD Gressett, Bruce Backlund, and Bill Whitesell, with the Suez Shriners serving as honorary pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests memorial donations be made to the Suez Shrine or an organization of your choice. The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Tye Hughston and the caring nursing staff of Shannon ICU for their exceptional support.

Corky’s spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew him, and he will be deeply missed.

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Bisente "Pac-man" Gaitan, Jr. He passed on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the age of 57 in Houston, at MD Anderson Center, surrounded by his wife and family.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM- 8:00 PM with the Rosary at 6:00 PM on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Deacon Claudio Sanchez, officiating. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM on Friday, October 25, 2024, at Church of Pentecost, 2028 Edmond Blvd., San Angelo, Texas 76901. Burial to follow at Sterling City Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Bisente was born October 29, 1966 in Sterling City to Bisente and Alicia Gaitan.

Bisente was a dedicated and hard worker, he worked in construction, painting, and remodeling homes. He attended schools in San Angelo, Texas. Bisente loved lowriders and Cortez shoes and was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys. He loved traveling and taking family vacations, he especially loved the lazy river at Six Flags and Sea World. Bisente loved having family cook-outs, shopping, going to flea markets and collecting hot wheel cars. Bisente is well known for his jokes and telling you a story that would turn into 3 different stories all at once. He was also known for his big heart and kindness, he would do anything for anyone, he would go out of his way for family and especially his children.

Bisente is preceded in death by his grandparents, Joe and Juanita Pineda Gaitan; his parents; siblings, Ruben Gaitan, Richard Gaitan, Abel Gaitan, Cynthia Molina, Eva Gaitan; and one grandson Baby Jesse Brown.

Bisente is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Pearl Gaitan; his daughters, Emerald Gaitan Brown and husband Jesse, Ruby Gaitan and fiancé Xavier, and Alicia Gaitan all of San Angelo, Crystal Gaitan and Amanda Gaitan of Dallas; sons, Ben Gaitan and Eric Gaitan of Dallas; bonus sons that he raised and loved as his own, Jeremiah Montano and wife Julisalyn, Kevin Montano, Ayden Montano, Braden Montano and Caden Montano all of San Angelo; sisters, Debbie Gaitan and Gloria Valdez and husband Angel both of San Angelo; grandchildren, Jasmine, Jessiah and Jenesis Brown, Jonathan and Jonah Guevara, Jocelyn and Jaylynn Camacho; Xiolani Montano all of San Angelo, Forever Gaitan and several more grandchildren in Dallas; Aunt Esther and husband Joe Holguin of San Angelo; uncles, Joe Gaitan, Jr. of Lubbock and Gilbert Gaitan of San Angelo; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; and his fur baby Boy Gaitan whom he cared for and loved dearly.

Pallbearers will be Jesse Brown, Jeremiah Montano, Kevin Montano, Ayden Montano, Braden Montano, and Caden Montano.

The family asks in honor of Bisente please wear Dallas Cowboys or Cholo attire on Friday.

Special thank you for all the prayers and support for Bisente Gaitan, Jr.

James Hal Neal, III, passed away after a long illness on Sunday, September 1, 2024. He was born on June 18, 1953 in Tulsa, OK to James Hal Neal, II and Mary Alice Maguire. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Marin Neal and niece, Audrea Tellez.

The family would like to send a special thank you for all those who made donations made in James' name and the food provided by First Baptist Church members. Another thank you goes out to all the friends that attended his graveside service that was held on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at Belvedere Memorial Park in San Angelo.  

Mr. Ollie Neille Sudduth passed beyond the sunset at his home in San Angelo, Texas on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. He was the son of William W “Smiley” Sudduth and Jewell Blanche (Taylor) Sudduth. He was 83 years old and is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jean Ann Sudduth and his only son Todd Lee Sudduth and wife Chelsea who gave him three grandchildren: Clayton, Weston, and Novalee. Ollie was the oldest of four children: Rosanna and her husband Ronnie Sauer, William “Bill” Sudduth and his wife Toni, and Michael “Mike” Sudduth and his wife Kathy.

Ollie was a proud veteran of the US Army where he served as a Medical Specialist during the Vietnam War era. He graduated from Angelo State University in 1971 earning a BBA in Business Administration. He was a west Texas rancher for many years before running his own business as a contract welder for several oil and gas companies around the Permian Basin and Big Country areas and eventually settled on creating metal and horseshoe nail art pieces until his retirement.

Ollie took pride in his ability to break and train horses that were particularly difficult. He was a true “horse whisperer.” He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid Louis Lamour reader. His favorite books were westerns and Native American culture. Ollie loved to tell stories of his childhood and the years he spent on the ranch. He loved being a cowboy with his favorite horse, Snooper. He will be missed by all as he has saddled up Snooper once more and ridden beyond the sunset.

The family will be scheduling a memorial service to be held at a later date. 

Floy Lee Lumbley of San Angelo, Texas passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. 

She was born on November 25, 1932 in Hamlin, Texas to Thurston and Era Havens. Floy attended Hamlin High School and graduated in the class of 1949. After graduation, she began her career as a seamstress for Levi's. Floy retired as a supervisor from the company after 36 years. Floy married Bill Lumbley on June 9, 1951 and the couple had 2 children. 

Floy will always be remembered for her love of sewing, porcelain doll making, and cake baking. Above all, she will be remembered for the love she had for her family and getting everyone together every chance she got. 

Floy was preceded in death by her parents, Thurston and Era Havens; husband, William Lumbley; daughter Bobbie Haddock and husband Hollis; grandchildren, William Haddock and Brandon Pippin; niece, Jimmie Raines; and numerous siblings. 

Left to cherish Floy's memory are her daughter Lisa Pippin; grandchildren, Timothy Raines, Kimberlee Marcinko, Daniel Haddock, Calvin Pippin, and Jessica Duke. Also left are great-grandchildren, Leaann Haddock, Emalee Marcinko, Lillee Marcinko, Kahlee Marcinko, Kendell Pippin, Jaron Pippin, Georgia Rae Pippin, Danika Raines, Cayson Raines, Aylssa Hughes, William Duke, Nyomi Duke, Brett Ferguson, Bria Ferguson, Bradyn Ferguson, Aviona Ferguson; and nieces and nephews, Tommy Wood, Sandy Williams, Waylon Wood, and James Worthy.

A visitation for Floy will be held Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home, 435 West Beauregard, San Angelo, TX 76903. A funeral service will occur Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Johnson's Funeral Home with Pastor Jimmy Hill officiating. 

Serving as pallbearers are Calvin Pippin, Matthew Duke, Timothy Raines, Cayson Raines, Brent Ferguson, and Willie Fincher. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Tommy Wood, Waylon Wood, and Daniel Haddock.

Tony Sturdivant, of San Angelo, passed away on October 13, 2024 at the age of 68. He was born on April 23, 1956 in Grand Prairie, TX, to parents William Sturdivant and Patsy Mcleod. Tony spent three decades serving as an R.N. in numerous capacities. He was an avid mountain biker for many years and thoroughly enjoyed being outdoors. He is survived by his three children, Jeremy Sturdivant, of Fort Worth, Jill Sturdivant, of San Angelo, and Seth Sturdivant, of San Angelo. Family and friends can share online condolences at www.harper-funeralhome.com.

James (Jim) Roy Creed Childress passed away October 16, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born in San Angelo, Texas on the 4th of July 1942 to Anabel Scott Childress and James E Childress. He was raised in Mertzon, Texas and graduated from Mertzon High School in 1960.

Jim was the epitome of a southern gentleman. He would always stand and take his hat off when a lady approached where he was sitting, even in the last months when it was a struggle to stand. He was the most unselfish person you’d ever meet. He didn’t want anyone worrying about him and would rarely ask anyone for help. Yet, if you needed his help with anything, he’d be right there in a heartbeat. His family was the most important thing in his life. He loved spending time with his grandkids and going to their sporting events. He was their number one fan. At 80 years old, you’d often find him out on the golf course, chasing that little white ball with the best of them. And he was pretty good! He won many local tournaments and scrambles. His other favorite thing to do was dancing. Him and his wife Gail traveled all over Texas, following their favorite bands and then dancing most of the night.

He was survived by his wife Gail Childress, his son James Childress Jr, daughter Tracy Honea, and son Gary Childress and his wife Estrella Childress. Grandchildren Cortni, Austin, Sierra and her husband Tyler, Justus, Madisen, Emma, Ellie and Evie, and his great grandchildren Parker and Titus. His sisters Billie Wunderl, and Brenda Olson, and his brother Johnny Childress and his wife Connie.

A memorial service will be held at Glen Meadows Baptist Church in San Angelo, October 20, 2024, at 3pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to West Texas Boys Ranch, Shriners Children’s Hospital or the charity of your choice.