Willie Eugene “Buster” Askey was born in Luling, Texas on March 16th, 1927, to Mckinnley Brawley and Novella Huff. He was adopted as a baby by Ira and Anna Sloan Askey after the death of his mother. He went to school in Luling and upon his graduation entered the Army during World War II. He served in the Pacific Theater seeing the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki. After his time in the service, he spent some time in California before returning to Austin, Texas where he graduated from Huston Tillotson with a degree in Mathematics. While there he married Homa Jean Hardaway and to this union his son Richard A. Askey was born. He later moved to Big Lake Texas where his father lived. Here, he met and married Evangeline Huff. He went to work as a truck driver for McVean and Barlow building pipelines in Nevada, Arizona, California, and New Mexico. He later went to work for Halliburton, then Turner Bros. in Big Lake before retiring.

His passion was coaching girls’ softball along with Jim Phillips. He took “his girls” all over West Texas for games. He also was a huge fan of Reagan County Athletics. If he ever met a stranger, they left as acquaintances, and many became close friends. His nickname at Freedom’s Path apartments was “The Mayor” as he was usually out in front to greet all who entered.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 7 siblings, his son Richard A. Askey and his wife Evangeline “Vannie” Askey. He is survived by his daughter Suzanne Sarrell of Kerrville. Grandchildren Angela (Purnell) Williams, Stephanie (Bobby) Jones and Steven Askey all of Austin, Allan (Tara) Harrison of Kerrville. 11 Great Grandchildren, and 12 Great-Great Grandchildren. Numerous nieces and nephews that he had a very personal relationship with.

Services in Big Lake Texas, Thursday March 21st 1:00PM at Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Memorial in Kerrville Texas, Sunday, March 24th 2pm-6pm @Freedoms Path Apartments.

Pall Bearers will be Mark Dimery, Michael Goodloe, Brian Goodloe, Troy Goodloe, Cisco Chavez, and BJ Goodloe.

Honorary Pall Bearers will be Charlie Walker, Luis Colbert, Walter Goodloe, Ricky Goodloe, Roy Goodloe, Arkie Goodloe, Don Thompson, George Thompson, Casey Davidson, Sammy Dodd, Larry Heintzelman, Willie Black, Ernest Black, Chad Armstrong, Brad Armstrong, Kevin Gatewood Chris Factor, and Michael Franklin.

Lois Trudy Couch, 89, of San Angelo, died Thursday, March 14, 2024. She was born in rural Childress County, Texas, on October 23, 1934.

Viewing will be from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Private family services will be held at Fairmount Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

After suffering the loss of her mother at the age of 2, Trudy grew up on the family farm near Childress with her father, Reice Hood McNeal, older sister, Marge, and younger brother, Homer.

Trudy married Billy Couch on Dec. 28, 1950, in Childress. The couple lived in numerous places throughout West Texas before settling in San Angelo. Trudy devoted her life to caring for her three children. Many hours were spent around the dinner table telling stories about her childhood on the farm. She loved the outdoors, especially growing flowers. She also enjoyed adventures such as collecting arrowheads near the Pecos River, collecting fossils and rocks on the San Saba River, camping in the Colorado mountains, and sightseeing in Virginia, among other places.

She was predeceased by parents Reice Hood and Margie Ila McNeal, sister Marge Jouett, and husband of 53 years, Billy Couch.

She is survived by three children, Steve Couch, Randy Couch, and Judy Dianne Fulghum, along with five grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and brother Homer McNeal.

Cloyes H. Key, age 91 passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024. Cloyes was born in Gomez, Texas to Buster and Bonnie (Black) Key on June 1, 1932.

Cloyes began working at an early age and went on to join the United States Army and served our country during the Korean War. He married the love of his life, Brookie Key on November 1st, 1952. Cloyes worked for Penzoil/Duvall as a Production Foreman.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Wanda Fortenberry; his brother-in-law, Paul Fortenberry, his brothers, Bruce Melton and Blackie Key, his son-in-law, Steve Nowlin, his brother-in-law, Johnny O'neal and his sister-in-law, Faye Key.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of over 71 years, Brookie Key; his children, Nadine Nowlin, Tony Key, Joe Key and his wife Carole; his grandchildren, Brandi Jannamon and Scott Jannamon, Rebecca and Shannon Walker, Joseph Key and Randall Key, as well as his great grandchildren, Tyler Griffith, Justin Jannamon, Braden Jannamon, Jace Jannamon, Britney Walker and son Brax, Landon Walker and sons Remington and Stetson, and Clay Walker.

An open visitation will be held Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home, 435 West Beauregard Avenue, San Angelo, Texas. A graveside service for Cloyes will be at 2:00 PM at Fairmount Cemetery, 1120 West Avenue N, San Angelo, Texas.

Alicia G. Elizondo, age 77, of San Angelo, Texas passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024. She was born April 24, 1946 in San Angelo, Texas to Willie and Margarita "Maggie" Elizondo. Spending her life here in San Angelo, Alicia graduated from Central High School. 

Alicia worked for Verizon and was a proud member of Communications of America (CWA.) Alicia was very interested in her family's heritage and spent her spare time learning about her ancestors and putting together their genealogy. Her contribution in history to the Jaques Family Hotline will always be cherished. 

Alicia is preceded in death by her parents, her grandparents who were very special to her, Guadalupe and Isabel Elizondo, as well as Francisco and Vicenta Garcia; her sister, Virginia Flores; her nephews, Larry Asebedo, Oscar Luna Jr. "Little O", Jason Chappa, and her brother-in-law, Oscar Luna.

Those left to cherish her memory are her siblings, Connie Asebedo and husband George; Bobby Elizondo and wife Linda, Rosario Luna, Hope Rodriguez and husband Albert, Lucia Elizondo, Danny Elizondo and wife Laura; her beloved nieces and nephews, Mike, Gabriel, Nicole, Matthew, Stephanie, Jessica, Jay, Cathy, Victor, Bobby, David, April, Diamond, Ernest, Eric, Gracie, AnnMarie, MarcDaniel, and JohnAdan; as well as 7 great nieces and 13 great nephews and 2 lifelong friends, Linda Gonzales and Edna Aguirre whom she loved dearly. 

The family would like to send a special "thank you" to Cathy, MarcDaniel, and JohnAdan (who was very special to her) for always being there for her.

Per Alicia's request, there will be no services. Alicia will be missed by the people that knew her and loved her. We are so grateful for everything she taught us and everything she did for us.

At the age of 80 years, after a long battle with cancer, beloved husband, father, grandfather and rancher, David Holland Seals, went to be with his heavenly father.

David was born and raised in San Angelo, TX. As a young adult, he attended Arlington State College, and then began working at Vought Aircraft Industries. While working at Vought, he decided to complete the Ranch Management Program at Texas Christian University. After retirement, he fully realized his dream of owning and operating a small cattle business. Later, he began driving a school bus for Slidell ISD, retiring from the Teacher’s Retirement System.

Living most of his adult life in Decatur, TX, he was a member of Victory Family Church for 22 years, volunteering for Victory Family Church and Wise Choices Pregnancy Center.

He is survived by his wife, Paula Jo Seals, daughter Holly Gilbreath and husband Allan Gilbreath, son Bryan Seals and wife Lydia Seals, and nephew Sean McGowen. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren and several other nieces and nephews. 

In lieu of flowers, the Seals Family asks that you consider making a memorial contribution in David’s name to Samaritan’s Purse International Relief, www.samaritanspurse.org, or The Boys Ranch of Amarillo, www.calfarley.org.

Billy Charlyn Gloeckler, age 77, of Carlsbad, Texas passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024. 

Billy is preceded in death by her parents, William and Anna Padgett; sister, Kathy Under; and daughter-in-law, Melissa Gloeckler. 

Billy retired from Magill Elementary after 40 years of service. She thoroughly enjoyed working with children and seeing them thrive over the years. Over her career, Billy got to see hundred of students grow up - some even bringing their own children. Her influence throughout her tenure has no doubt impacted a generation of Magill alumni. 

When she wasn't working, Billy loved spending time with her family. She was an incredibly giving and loving person who spared no expense when it came to spoiling her grandchildren. Her loving nature did not stop at her family. Billy was also known for her love of and skill with animals. Whether it was a stray cat outside or a lamb, she loved them all. Billy was particularly adept with chickens. She would hand feed them regularly and even keep one as a "lap chicken" in her home at times. 

Billy also enjoyed going on adventures with her significant other, Bennie. The duo traveled to places such as Ruidosa, NM and Windova, NV. They loved going to the casinos and race tracks. Even their smaller adventures were exciting - the two would have a blast scratching lottery tickets at home and go on long walks frequently. 

Left to cherish Billy's precious memory are her significant other, Bennie McIntyre; sons, Troy Gloeckler and wife Sandra, and Shane Gloeckler; grandchildren, Trey Gloeckler, John Gloeckler, Logan Gloeckler, Bailey Gloeckler, and Kenley Gloeckler; and great-grandchildren, Breck Stowe and Jace Gloeckler. Also left to cherish Billy's memory are her sister, Janie Henson, and several nieces and nephews.

Rex Ann Friess, 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at The Springs Memory Care Facility in San Angelo, Tx.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 23, at 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Sonora, TX with Pastor Mark Brechin officiating. Graveside services will follow at the Sonora Cemetery, under the direction of Love Funeral Home.

Rex Ann was born December 19, 1940 in San Angelo, TX to Rex and Dorothy Baker. She attended Sonora Schools and upon graduation from Sonora High School, married Harold Turney Friess, August 12, 1958. She attended Texas Technological University for 3 years. They made their home on the Paul Turney ranch in Edwards County, and it was here that they raised Paula Ann and Clay Turney until they were of school age. She then worked as a Secretary to the Principal at the Sonora Elementary school so as to keep a close eye on Paula and Clay. Upon their graduation, she started working for the Sutton County Tax Appraisal office and eventually became the Chief Appraiser until she retired.

Rex Ann spent tireless hours driving kids to and from 4-H judging contests, countless hours helping with 4-H projects and working in concession stands for the 4-H club. She had a strong sense of civic duty to volunteer for the community and give back.

After retiring, she co-chaired the formation of the Old Ice House Museum project through the Sutton County Historical Society and was instrumental in getting many families to share their history in the displays at the Museum. Many an hour was spent making “Little Red Hats” for premature babies while volunteering at the Museum. In April of 2000 she was awarded the female Citizen of the Year.
She was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church for many years.

She loved family and looked forward every year to the Jarvis Family Reunion on the Llano river near Junction. She loved to cook and feeding family was a joy, especially feeding her kids and grandkids. Working in the yard and growing the most beautiful bougainvilleas to make the neighbors jealous was also a favorite pastime. She always enjoyed having a small dog and usually a rat terrier. She enjoyed attending sporting and 4-H events that her kids and grandkids were involved in.

Family members are her son Clay Friess and daughter-in-law Joetta; grandchildren Owen and Molly Friess; and her daughter Paula Friess; brother Jack Baker and sister-in-law Jacque Baker; niece Wheless Baker and nephew Lewis aka Cedarberry Baker.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Baker and father Rex Baker.

The family would like to the thank the staff at Concho Hearts Hospice and The Springs for the kind and loving care that they provided.

Memorials may be made to the Sonora Icehouse Museum at POB 885, Sonora, TX 76950 or Grand Companions POB 1156, Fort Davis, TX 79734. Visitation will be at Love Funeral Home Thursday and Friday from 9 am to 9 pm. If you are unable to attend the services in person and would like to attend on Facebook live, go to Sonora FUMC.

Saundra Sue Shanks Hudson, 79, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024, in Eldorado,
Texas. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend. One of her greatest treasures in this life was being “Mamaw.”

Sue was born in Decatur, Texas, to Elbert Joel and Lodema Viola Saunders Shanks on December 12, 1944. As the youngest of four siblings, Sue grew up in Bridgeport, Texas. She married Johnny Ray Hudson of Paradise, Texas, on September 5, 1961, living most of their married life and raising their children Karen and Keith in Paradise before moving to Sonora, Texas, in 2016.

The owner of Main Street Salon, she was a successful hairdresser for over 40 years. Upon her retirement, the Paradise City Council proclaimed that April 20, 2015, would be declared “Sue Hudson Day” in Paradise, Texas!

Part of the proclamation reads, “Whereas, many customers have said that Sue is talented and  wonderful with her skills, but also kind, considerate, accommodating and a compassionate listener. She has developed life-long friendships due to both her friendliness and professionalism.”

A wonderful homemaker, she loved to cook and could throw together a meal for any friend or cowboy who may stop by to visit. She loved planting flowers while feeding and watching the hummingbirds. A self-taught seamstress, she crocheted many afghans for friends and family and, later in life, took up quilting and loved spending time with friends learning to quilt. Even though she was no cowgirl, she never missed a night in the practice pen turning out calves for Johnny and was always there to cheer on Karen and Keith in whatever they were participating in. Those who knew her well loved her laughter and sense of humor!

Sue was preceded in death by her parents, brother Gene Shanks and wife Belle, sister Joanne Beneke and husband Bob, sister Jackie Davis and husband Floyd, and in-laws Elmer and Utoka Hudson.

Those left to cherish her memory are husband Johnny, daughter Karen Rabon and husband Rabe of Okeechobee, Florida; son Keith and wife Anita of Sonora, Texas; grandson John Duke Hudson and wife Gentry of Wall, Texas; granddaughter Raychel Rabon of Gainesville, Florida; and grandson Word Hudson and wife Anda of Sonora, Texas; great-grandsons Kasen, Gene, Mitchel and Balch; brother and sister-in-law James and Sharron Hudson of Denton, Texas; as well as her nieces and their extended families.

A memorial service will be held for Sue on Monday, March 18, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Brushy Top Cowboy Church, 5424 US-277, Eldorado, Texas.

The family would like to thank the staff of Schleicher County Nursing Home and Hospice of San Angelo for the excellent care they provided.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the charity of your choice.

Amelia Munoz Alejandro was born on March 25, 1980, to Rodolfo and the late Rosa Munoz. She passed away on 03/17/2024 at Shannon Medical Center amongst her family.

Amelia worked for HealthCare Service Corporation and enjoyed spending time with family especially her nieces, nephews, and her dogs. Amelia never met a stranger; she would talk to everyone and did everything she could for her family. Amelia’s greatest joy was her nieces and nephews. She loved spoiling her nieces and nephews whether it was taking them to buy toys and snacks or feeding the older ones, especially her Joey because she knew he was always starving. Amelia will be missed by her family and especially Abriella who loved her tia so much.

“A sister is a unique blessing that will last forever.” Amelia will forever be missed by all who loved her.

Amelia is proceeded in death by her mom Rosa Munoz, sister Rosie Munoz, grandparents Ignacio and Marie Gonzales, Ramiro and Amelia Munoz, and Cousin Martin Lopez.

Survivors include husband Jaime, Father Rodolfo Munoz, siblings April Munoz & husband Joe Gonzales, Rodolfo Munoz & wife Cynthia. Nieces and Nephews, Gabriela, Madison, Joey, Andres, Abriella, & Asziel, numerous aunts and uncles and her dogs Midnight and Kratoz

The family wishes to thank Shannon ICU staff, especially nurses Dani and Tyler who took excellent care of her while inpatient.

A celebration of life will be held for Amelia on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home. 

Willie Askey, age 97, passed away on March 16, 2024 in Kerrville, TX. Services will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at Bethlehem Baptist Church at 1:00 PM in Big Lake, TX. A full obituary will be posted soon.