Glenda Sue Basil of San Angelo, Texas passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025. She was born on December 5, 1938 to Noel W. and Garnet Opal Kendrick in Hobbs, N.M.

Glenda was preceded in death by her parents Noel and Garnet Kendrick and a son Marlin Keith Franklin.

She is survived by her daughters Gayla and husband Benny Moyers, and Sheryl and husband Sam Jordan. Six grandchildren; Misti Brazell, April and Husband Bryan Maki, Megan Murray, Jennifer and husband David Bjork, Sean Jordan and Seth Jordan. Her sister Noelene Birkelo and brother Bruce and wife Velena Kendrick, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Glenda was a beautiful woman of God who lived her life with astounding faith in her savior and a strong belief in the power of prayer. Her family knew who to call on anytime prayer was needed for any reason. She was an encourager to her family and everyone who knew her; she was very loved and will be greatly missed!

Her family will celebrate her life with a private graveside ceremony at Fairmount Cemetery.

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

Merle Murphy Truesdell of San Angelo went home with Jesus, her Lord and Savior, on Aug. 30th, 2025. She was born in Breckenridge Texas on January 02, 1925 to parents, Cliff and Rose (Williams) Murphy. During the early days of the Texas-Oklahoma Oil Booms, Merle and her younger sister, Kathryn (Katie), moved with their family back and forth across state lines, until the Great Depression led them back to Oklahoma where Merle attended schools in Owasso and Tulsa. The radio was the "cutting-edge technology of the day," and on Sundays, Merle’s mother took them to see and hear Bob Wills’ band broadcast live at noon, on KVOO. Sundays were their family day, and the music created a longing for Texas (home) in her heart that never left.

Independent and curious to explore her Texas roots, Merle rode a bus out to San Angelo where she met her Aunt Lois’s family. She lived with them in Iraan until she graduated from high school and met “West Texas Tom” Truesdell. While Tom finished his senior year, she went back to Tulsa and attended business college. They married the next year at Mother Holmes Baptist Church in Sheffield, then Tom was called into service during WWII. Merle watched over their parents and her siblings, while working briefly as a “Rosie the Riveter” in Oklahoma. Then she returned to Iraan, where she held down the fort for the desire of her heart: a beautiful family that God was gathering back in Texas. Over the next 43 years, Tom and Merle raised their 4 children and built a wonderful life on ranches and in the oilfields of good old West Texas.

Merle loved the Lord, and she included Jesus in her daily walk, in both spirit and in step. Walking was her vibe! She loved cooking wonderful meals for family and friends, sewing, and gardening. After Tom passed, she moved to San Angelo where she was a volunteer at Community Hospital and the Tom Green County Adult Literacy Council. She found a church, and made friends and unforgettable Sunday dinners, where afterwards she would invite guests to sit down and play a lively game of cards (if you dared)! Merle asked God to show her how to navigate change. And He did, Amen! And they said to one another, “Did not our heart burn within us while He talked with us on the road, and while He opened the Scriptures to us?” —Luke 24:32, NKJV Merle lived in the Village East Retirement Community for 20 years, and Proverbs 3:5-6 frames her legacy.

Merle was preceded in death by her husband, W.T. “Tom” Truesdell, their beloved parents, her daughters Lois Nell Wagley and Mary Beth Golson, sisters Kathryn Whitefield and Elizabeth Coerver, brothers Patrick and Clifford Murphy, and Richard Dean Bankston.

Merle is survived by her son, Thomas Lee Truesdell and wife Yvonne of Canyon Lake, her daughter Lisa Annette Truesdell of San Angelo, her grandsons Scott Akins and wife Shannon of Abilene, Blake Akins and wife Amy of Flower Mound, Thomas Truesdell of Lubbock, Todd Truesdell and wife Alexis also of Lubbock, William Golson of Marble Falls, and her granddaughter Kala Knighton of San Antonio. She had 10 great-grandchildren Connor (and wife Abby), Will (and wife Adia), Ellie, Addison, Jaden, Nolan, Katelyn, Karsyn, Forrest, and Everly. She had 2 great-great grandchildren, Case and Cal. She is also survived by her brother Mike Murphy and his wife Bonnie of Bremond, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, and much-loved family friend and care giver Dorothy Douthit.

Her funeral service will be held at Victory Christian Center (1620 Sunset Dr, San Angelo, TX) at 10 a.m. on Friday Sept. 5, 2025, with burial to follow in Restland Cemetary (Iraan Texas) at 3 p.m. Memorials in Merle’s honor may be sent to the West Texas Rehab Center, the West Texas Boys Ranch, Shannon Legacy, and Concho Valley Turning Point. “Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.” Proverbs 3:3

Dorothy Elizabeth Stevens Stewart passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at the age of 92. She was born August 9, 1933, into a ranching family in Millersview, Texas. Dorothy was raised on her family's ranch and attended school in Millersview. She graduated from high school in San Angelo, Texas, and soon after married Philip Franklin Drake, Sr. Together they had one son, Philip Franklin Drake, Jr. Dorothy later married Steve Stewart of San Angelo.

She had a passion for cooking, entertaining, traveling and spending time with her friends. Her greatest joy came from being with her family on the ranch.

A devoted Christian, Dorothy loved the Lord and was a longtime member of the Episcopal Church, where she had served faithfully on the Altar Guild. She was also a member of St. Catherine's Guild for many years.

Dorothy is survived by her son, Phil Drake and daughter-in-law Jan, granddaughter Sunny Pietsch and husband Ryan of Austin, Texas, and great-grandchildren Blake, Samantha and William Pietsch.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis and Myrt Stevens, Philip F. Drake, Sr., Steve Stewart, and her aunt Sally Whitfield and many other beloved aunts, uncles and cousins.

The family would like to thank the staff at Brayden Park Assisted Living and Memory Care for the excellent care they gave her and loving her as their own. We also want to thank the nurses and aides at High Plains Hospice for their compassion, care and love for her. Dorothy will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

There will be a private family graveside service.

Brook Wayne Holland of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on August 30, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on July 30, 1973, in Odessa, Texas, to Bren and Sandy Holland.

Brook was a devoted son, brother, and nephew who will be remembered for his kindness, his talents, and the joy he brought to those around him. He is survived by his parents, Bren and Sandy Holland, his sister, Paige Holland, and his aunt, Blain Mings. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Tom and Gisele Holland, and his maternal grandparents, Cora Brookins and Sue and Arky Bowen.

Brook graduated with honors from Monahans High School, where he participated in football, golf, and one-act play. He had a deep love for music, enjoyed fishing trips to Colorado, and found comfort and strength in reading his Bible.

With his warm personality and natural people skills, Brook built a successful career in customer service and sales, where he was admired for his dedication and ability to connect with others.

Brook cherished his family and friends deeply. He especially treasured the time spent with his beloved pets, including his faithful friend Ringo, who brought him many years of companionship and happiness.

A private family graveside service will be held in his memory.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice in Brook’s honor.

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

Ann Dunn Harris, 88, passed from this life August 29th, 2025. Born Oct 29th, 1936, and raised in Teague, Texas to Roy and Mellie (Ham) Dunn. Ann graduated from Teague High School and Sam Houston State University. She married Terry Harris on August 31, 1956, and they enjoyed sixty-six amazing years together until his passing in April 2023.

She was a long-standing member of St. Luke United Methodist as well as First United Methodist, Georgetown, Texas. She taught at St. Luke and then served as director of St. Lukes preschool in San Angelo for many years and taught kindergarten in New Braunfels and St. Vincent’s Episcopal in Bedford, Texas, teaching and encouraging many young lives along the way. She volunteered for reading programs for beginning readers, taught Sunday School and was the senior leader for her community Bible Study.

She and Terry spent most of their retirement years in Sun City, Georgetown enjoying their friends, traveling and golf. She also enjoyed reading and visiting with friends on the phone (especially lifelong friend Raye Hodges whom she could always count on to put a smile on her face!). She always had a positive outlook no matter what the subject. She was a kind, sweet mother, “Grann”mother, wife and teacher.

Predeceased by her parents, husband Terry, sister Marian and nephews Walter and Henry Jackson.

Survived by two sons David (Dana) of San Angelo, Steve (Ceil) of Double Oak, Texas, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren whom she loved dearly. Cade (Kylie) of Centennial, Colorado, Chase (Caitlyn) of San Angelo, Texas, Haley (Kris) of Grapevine, Texas, Cory of Grapevine, Texas, Luke and Parker of Grapevine, Emory of Centennial, Colorado. Nieces Debbie, Trisha and Susan.

The family would like to thank Gran’s caregivers for their love and support, Dena Stewart, Cathy, Elisa, Maria, Lisa L, Nicole, and Melissa, also Hospice of San Angelo and their compassionate staff for their care.

There will be a celebration of life at a later time. In lieu of flowers please remember Hospice of San Angelo as one of Ann’s favorite charities.

Eddie Carolyn (Dusek) Henry peacefully transitioned from this life and entered the gates of Heaven on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at her home in Bryan, Texas where she had been a resident for over 45 years.

Born October 26, 1937, in San Angelo to Edward Vinc and Johnnie Ruby (Bownds) Dusek, she was an only child. She was named after her father and maternal grandmother and spent her childhood growing up on her parents’ farm and ranch at Lowake, a small Czech and German community in Concho County. Growing up along the Concho River, riding her horse, fishing, and hunting for Indian arrowheads, it was fitting that she and her mother were baptized in the waters of the Concho on the same day.

The bombing of Pearl Harbor left Eddie Carolyn with unique memories of fighter pilots training in Ballinger flying over their farm, and bomber pilots from San Angelo spending weekends with her and her family. She often recalled that when the fighter pilots aimed at her during a training mission, she would jump out of her swing and run for the house!

When Roy and Dale Rogers became popular, she and her cousins created their own Roy Rogers Club and held their meetings in the family smokehouse.

A 4-H member as well, Eddie Carolyn was named Concho County’s 4-H “Gold Star Girl” recipient. Eddie Carolyn was a 1956 graduate of Paint Rock High School, where she played basketball and was crowned Homecoming Queen. Coming from a musically talented family, she played the piano, the accordion, and sang. She was even a featured performer on the local radio station.

During a trip to Acuna, Mexico, to attend a local bullfight with her parents and friends, she sat next to a handsome Airman from Mississippi stationed at Laughlin Air Force Base in Del Rio. He left with her contact information and two years later, on June 10, 1956, in the First Baptist Church of Paint Rock, Eddie Carolyn married Denson W. Henry. Upon his death in 2018, Eddie Carolyn and Denson had been married for over 62 years.

With four children, Eddie Carolyn and Denson moved all over the state to keep up with Denson’s job with the Soil Conservation Service. While in Fredericksburg, Texas, Eddie Carolyn worked at the Nimitz Center (now the National Museum of the Pacific War), where she had the honor of meeting Lady Bird Johnson, wife of President Lyndon Johnson.

After moving to Bryan/College Station, Eddie Carolyn attended Texas A&M University. Her proudest academic achievement was obtaining her Aggie Ring. She never took it off her finger.

While in Bryan, Eddie Carolyn and Denson created Henry Engineering, where she was a working partner, shared the physical labor of surveying in the hot Texas sun, and even drove late-night trips to Kinkos.

In later years, she enjoyed gardening, shopping at garage sales, traveling, experiencing new adventures, and collecting anything interesting she found along the way.

Eddie Carolyn was always interested in history and genealogy. She was a long-time member of the Bosque River Valley Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NS DAR) and an associate member of the Mary Isham Keith Chapter, NS DAR. She also held membership with the Sterling C. Robertson Daughters of the Republic of Texas, and took pride in being a member of the Hill-McLennan County Czech Heritage Society.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Denson W. Henry, her parents Edward and Ruby (Bownds) Dusek, her grandparents Vince Kristian and Mary (Ripple) Dusek, and William Houston and Rebekah Caroline (Smith) Bownds.

Eddie Carolyn is survived by her daughters Gaye Lynn Seawright and husband, Jimmy; DeAnna Gully and husband, Bruce; Leah Cantrell and Shawn Lara; and son, Adreon Henry and wife, Jennifer.

She also leaves behind many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her grandchildren are John W. Seawright and wife, Colleen; Emily Seawright Francis and husband, Clay; Michael Gully and wife, Leah; Miles Gully; Macy Gully Daniel and husband, Clayton; Mason Cantrell; and Chloe Ethridge and Echo Henry.

Her great-grandchildren include Weston and Gabriel Seawright, Tanner, Faye, Della, and new baby Gully, who is expected in a few months.

Visitations are scheduled for Sunday, August 31st, from 2-5 p.m. and Monday, from 8-9 a.m. at Harper Funeral Home, 2606 Southland Boulevard, San Angelo, Texas.

Graveside services are set for Monday, September 1st, at 11:00 a.m. in the Rowena Protestant Cemetery, Rowena, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lowake Community Center Memorial, ℅ Rhonda Legg, 11985 CR 1884, Rowena, Texas 76875.

For 84 years, Carol McKissack Santry made a big, joyful noise wherever she was-- she made it to the glory of God and from her jubilation in the promise of her Savior, Jesus Christ. But Carol wouldn’t want this to be too churchy; in lieu of a celestial audience, Carol was also quite happy to make a joyful noise, musically or otherwise, to whomever was congregated, especially kids. She did love to sing, though, and play her guitar, and used music as means to teach Bible stories and Spanish, and just to have fun and express her love of life and people.

Carol was born on June 14, 1941, in Corsicana, Texas to wonderful parents, John and Eloise Allison McKissack. Being a 6th generation Texan was a real source of pride to Carol, and she relished histories of her family, her home state and her hometown. The family moved to San Angelo when Carol was six and joined First Methodist Church where they worshipped all their lives. Carol attended school in San Angelo and was a member of the first graduating class of Central High School in 1959, another accomplishment she was proud of--chairing class reunions and maintaining school friendships throughout her life. She received a BA from SMU, graduating “Cum Diploma,” as her mother joked with love.

Along with music and singing, Carol loved reading, traveling, teaching, learning, and animals. She claimed to be a “jack of all trades but a master of none,” and indeed, she tried her hand at a lot of things. In a particularly dry spell while she looked for a teaching position, she worked as an announcer and disc jockey at a local radio station, and as a cook at Lighthouse for the Blind. Whatever her day job, her volunteerism persisted: she served on the Board of the San Angelo Civic Theater, and participated on stage as well, acting and singing in “Mellerdramas” and other productions they brought to the stage. She served as Troop Leader for the Girl Scouts, hosted political forums in her home, and was active in choir and youth activities at church. She also bungeed off the Bell Street Bridge! All this as a single mother, and without vision. Yep, anything you can do, Carol could do--better, backward, and blind. But she’d object to all this bragging on her . . . “No need to gild the lily,” she’d say. She also said that blindness was not an excuse, and she never used it.

Carol was a Spanish teacher by degree, desire and devotion. She adored all things Mexican: food, culture, music and dance. She taught Spanish at Ozona High in Ozona; Thomas Jefferson High in Dallas; and at Sacred Heart and her alma mater Central High School in San Angelo. Carol was also involved with the Adult Literacy Council, tutoring many Spanish-speaking folks in conversational English. She tutored anyone that wanted to learn Spanish from her home for no cost.

Carol had a tremendous faith and served her church in many capacities. She taught Methodist Youth Fellowship, and Sunday and Vacation Bible School because she was passionate about children. She did several tours with the Costa Rica Mission Team, was a Lay Speaker, and a Lay Communion Server to the homebound. She was active in Morning Glories bible study, Concho Country Emmaus, and the Cokesbury Choir, or “Granny Choir” as Carol called it. Carol served and worshipped with joy, infectious enthusiasm and admirable dedication.

Carol supported various charitable causes with her time, money and talents. Among her favorites were Meals for the Elderly, Wesley Soup Kitchen, West Texas Counseling and Guidance, Art in Uncommon Places and the Girl Scouts. She volunteered with Lighthouse for the Blind and sat on the State Commission Board for the Blind. She was a mentor at Lincoln Junior High and was a 40-year volunteer at West Texas Rehabilitation Center’s annual Summer Camp, singing, playing the guitar, and reminding anyone who needed it that “God Don’t Make No Junk!”

Carol loved the sentiment found in 1 Corinthians 7:20-24: Bloom where you’re planted. She felt that if you had something you could do or give to somebody then you should do it or give it.

Carol is survived by her daughter Camille Santry of San Angelo, and son, John Santry, daughter-in-law Marsha, and grandson Brodie of Newport Beach, CA. She was thrilled with Brodie’s choice to attend SMU (Pony Up!). Carol also had many fun and fabulous cousins that she dearly loved, and a family legacy she was deeply proud of. Her friends were as many and as varied as her interests; young and old, from all walks of life. She was especially grateful for Heather Baker and Lilly Cortez, who helped her maintain her house and her independence, and were caring companions. Carol loved nothing more than to trade stories about growing up, family histories, and anecdotes about life, especially while soaking up some sunshine on the patio, a cat twining around her ankles, and two fingers of red wine in her glass. We hope to greet Carol again--tiny Carol with her big personality and her big voice--on some celestial patio, holding a cigarette in one hand and holding court and her audience in the palm of her other, exhaling smoke and laughter, enjoying to the fullest her eternal home.

A celebration of Carol’s exceptional life will take place 3:00 pm, Saturday, September 20 at First Methodist Church, followed by a reception at the Cactus Hotel. Wear some color and expect a joyful noise!

Please RSVP to the reception via https://carolcelebrationoflife.rsvpify.com 

In lieu of flowers, please remember Carol with a donation to the charity of your choice or any of Carol’s own favorites.

Beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend, Michael (Mike) Thompson went home to be with the Lord while holding the love of his life’s hand at Continue Care Hendrick Hospital in Abilene, Texas, on August 7, 2025. He was born in Lubbock, Texas, to Raymond Doyle Thompson and Johnnie Ruth Thompson on March 27, 1962. Mike was a follower and lover of the Lord, having a deep faith in his creator and savior in heaven. He was a 1981 graduate of Coronado High School in Lubbock.

Those who knew him will fondly remember the joy he brought to their lives through his humor, his kind heart, his generosity and his desire to help anyone less fortunate. Mike loved his family and friends fiercely, especially by giving guidance, advice and a helping hand. His heart’s desire from early marriage was to positively influence and have a positive impact on the younger generation and young adults in his family. He will be remembered for the close bonds he forged with nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and ultimately even great-greats. He dearly loved the special pets, both cats and dogs that he called his companions over many years.

He loved camping and travelling around the country with his wife by his side, whether it was by car or motorcycle and travelling overseas was a highlight of his life before succumbing to serious illness and issues his body could not overcome. The "jokester" reputation and playful nature that enabled him to never meet a stranger was a prominent character trait that everyone knew and remembers him by. 

Mike’s flair for life, sense of humor and genuinely larger than life personality touched many people over his lifetime. He left us all better for having known him. Mike moved to Tennessee, North Carolina, and Kentucky in the 1990’s with his wife and had the experience of living among different cultures and making new friends along the way. He was employed as a truck driver, from 2003 to 2024. 

Mike leaves behind his wife Deona of 38 years, brother David and wife Deborah of Paris, Tx, brother Kevin of DePort, Tx; many nieces and nephews; great and great-great nieces and nephews; and his "chosen brother", Raul Ortega. He was preceded in death by his parents; two nieces and one nephew. Mike will forever be missed by his loving family and dear friends. He was blessed to have the loving care he received from the staff at CCH and his wife during the last months of his life. He grew tired and could not bear to fight any longer and until we meet again, he will forever live in our hearts. 

A Memorial Service will held be at 3 p.m. Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Johnsons Funeral Home in San Angelo, Tx. Family and friends can sign the online register book at johnsons-funeralhome.com.

Carlene DeLane Tankersley, age 84, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025. She was born on April 11, 1941, in Lubbock, Texas, to Clinton and Leona Woody.

Carlene attended Monterey High School and Jackson Private School, graduating in 1959. In 1979, she began working at The Woolhouse in Mertzon, Texas. Later, she partnered with her sister-in-law, Cynthia Tankersley McCammon, to open KC Blue Boutique in Mertzon.

A talented artist, Carlene found joy and peace in painting, especially landscapes. She believed strongly in the importance of buying good brushes, and never the cheap ones! Her creative eye extended beyond the canvas and into her everyday life. Known for her elegant sense of style, Carlene brought grace and charm to every room she entered. She loved entertaining and was always ready to open her home to friends and family.

Above all else, Carlene’s greatest pride and joy was her family. She poured her heart into her role as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and her love for them was the foundation of her life.

Carlene was preceded in death by her parents, Clinton and Leona Woody; her grandparents; many beloved aunts and uncles; and her loyal canine companion, Brutus Max.

She is survived by her loving children: Brett Reynolds and wife Denise of Abilene, Todd Reynolds and Ella Nichols of Carlsbad, and Leslie Reynolds of Mertzon. She also leaves behind her grandchildren: Brett J. Reynolds and wife Jess of Houston, John Reynolds of Abilene, Stephen Reynolds and wife Kelly of Winters, and Megan Corley and husband Caylor of Mertzon. Her legacy continues through her great-grandchildren: Walker, Ava, Jameson, Kellen, Wyatt, Georgette, and Charlotte.

Carlene is also survived by her cherished dog, Crissy, and many dear friends who she valued all the special times with.

A memorial service celebrating Carlene’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Mertzon, Texas.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff at Regency House and Angels Care Hospice for the compassionate care they provided.

Patsy Kellogg, a beloved member of the Eldorado community, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, at the age of 89. Patsy Taylor, she embodied warmth, kindness, and an unwavering dedication to her family and community.

Throughout her life, Patsy was passionate about cooking and baking, where she garnered several accolades for her delicious creations. She found joy in cross-stitching and also received recognition for her intricate designs. Alongside her husband, she cherished the ranch life, caring for their land with love and perseverance. Fishing was a significant part of her life, reflecting her enduring connection with nature and the outdoors.

Patsy was more than a talented cook and a crafty artisan; she was a pillar of support in her community. She was always willing to lend a hand to those in need, demonstrating her generous spirit and willingness to contribute to the welfare of others in Eldorado.

She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Kellogg ; her grandsons, Quincy and Alex Weddle; her great grandchildren, Kenzie and Madilyn; brother, Velton Taylor, and his wife Dale; her sister-in-law, Carol Mitchel; and her brothers-in-law, Kirby Kellogg and Kenneth Kellogg. Patsy’s legacy continues through her loving family and the many lives she touched.

Patsy was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Kellogg; her parents, Clovis and Ada Belle Taylor; her brother, Roy Lynn Taylor; and her sister, Helen Kaye Crochet. Her influence and love will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.

Patsy was the proud recipient of many awards and accolades that include, but are not limited to, Mias Amigas Reunion Most Dedicated Volunteer June 2018, "for caring enough to stay in touch and being the glue that will keep us all together" from the EHS Class of 1955 (June 25, 2005), and The Patsy Taylor Kellogg Day award for June 6, 2005 in Eldorado, TX.

Visitation will be held on September 1, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Love Funeral Home in Eldorado, Texas. The funeral service will take place on September 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Mertzon Hwy Church of Christ in Eldorado, Texas.