Dorothy Mayfield Ratliff, 94, a longtime resident of San Angelo passed away on March 14, 2024, at 7:15 PM.

She was born on April 8, 1929, to William Ivy and Edna Tate Mayfield in Brownwood, Texas. She grew up in Talpa, Texas, attending all her school years there except her senior year in 1945 when the family moved to Ozona. Graduating from high school in Ozona, she immediately went to work as secretary for Judge Houston Smith.

She married M.R. “Buddy” Ratliff in McCamey, Texas on August 3, 1947. Moving to San Angelo in October of that year, they continued to live there throughout their 64 years of married life. She resumed her education in 1962 at San Angelo Junior College and was an honor graduate in the graduating class of the new Angelo State University in 1967. In 1975, she earned her master’s degree in education. She had more than 20 enjoyable years of teaching math at Lee Junior High School.

Dorothy is survived by her two sons Ron Ratliff of Houston and Gary Ratliff and wife Patti Ratliff of San Angelo; two grandchildren Brad and Wife Joyce Ratliff; great grandchildren, Rebecca, and Liam of San Antonio, Kim and husband David Meinhardt, great grandchildren Sebastian, Oliver, and Benjamin of San Antonio as well as many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by two sisters Billye Joyce of San Angelo and Carolyn Mayfield of Palm Springs, CA. She was preceded by her husband, Buddy Ratliff and parents Ivy and Edna Mayfield, brother Bruce Mayfield, and sisters Laverne McDonald and Patsy King.

Dorothy was a charter member of Southland Baptist Church and enjoyed many years of worship and fellowship with the ladies of the JOY class. She and Buddy were avid square dancers for 35 years and experienced many fun times and trips with their dancing friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Dorothy at Southland Baptist Church on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM. The interment will take place privately at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the Family would love for any personal contributions be made in Dorothy’s name to the Hospice of San Angelo. We want to thank them for their kindness and care they gave to Our mother, Grand Mother, and Great Grandmother.

Cynthia Lea McKethan Wittenburg, one of five girls born to Christine and Harmon McKethan, was born on October 17, 1934, in McClennan County, Texas, and passed away surrounded by family on February 28, 2024.

She is survived by her daughter Chrissi and husband Steve Gumbert of Richardson, son Odus “Boogie” Wittenburg, Jr. and his wife Ashley of Dripping Springs, and grandchildren Grant Gumbert and wife Madison of Richardson, Jake Gumbert of Lake City, Colorado, Will Wittenburg, Brooke Wittenburg, and Ty Wittenburg all of Dripping Springs, and sister Flo Judd of Duncanville. Cynthia cherished her family and left a legacy in her footsteps. She will be missed dearly, although we are comforted knowing she is in the presence of Jesus surrounded by her family and friends in Heaven.

Cynthia grew up on a farm near Waco where she attended school in South Bosque. Following high school she earned her degree in Education from North Texas University. In 1965 she married Odus Edward Wittenburg. Together they had many adventures with friends and were always giving back to the town they both loved dearly. After raising two children and spending 35 years together in San Angelo, Odus preceded her in passing in 1999.

Cynthia was a dedicated wife and an amazing mother and a super amazing Nana to her grandchildren. She was always willing to give of her time, talent, and treasure to causes she cared deeply about. A creative thinker and eternal optimist, Cynthia loved learning. As an educator for almost 40 years, she touched many lives. Cynthia taught at Glenn Jr. High School and Central High School. She was dedicated to the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo for 35 years, putting in countless volunteer hours for the organization in numerous capacities. She co-created the Women’s Department (now known as Creative Arts) with friend Melba Cox in 1963 and served as Superintendent for many years. She also served as the first and only female President of the SASSRA in 1997-1998 and received the Gold Spur award in 2009. Cynthia moved back to Waco in 2001 to be closer to family. Her passion for education continued as she worked for the Region 12 office of the Texas Education Service Center for 20 years. She enjoyed golfing, fishing, bowling, and looked forward each summer to her beach trip in Port Aransas.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 20, from 10 am to noon, at Bentwood Country Club in San Angelo. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be given in her honor to the Cynthia and Odus Wittenburg Memorial Scholarship Fund, benefitting The San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo Foundation (link and mailing address below) or to your favorite charity.

https://www.sanangelorodeo.com/p/giving

San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo Foundation

Attn: Cynthia and Odus Wittenburg Memorial Scholarship Fund

200 West 43rd Street, San Angelo, Texas 76903

Garrett Dean George, age 50, of San Angelo, Texas passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. 

He was born on October 29, 1973 in San Angelo, Texas to Bob and Donna George. Garrett attended Wall High School and graduated i the class of 1993. He later went to Howard Payne University before beginning his career as a Respiratory Therapist for Professional Medical. 

Garrett had a passion for the great outdoors and enjoyed everything it had to offer. He especially loved fishing and hunting. Garrett's love of hunting led him to become a Hunting Guide, leading others on excursions and even traveling to various places including Africa. When he wasn't on the hunt or casting a line, Garrett also enjoyed traveling. His most enjoyable trips were those to Costa Rica with his father. 

Garrett was preceded in death by his father, Bob George; grandparents, Don & Lucy Waggoner; and aunt & uncle Judy & Ricky Ruth. 

Left to cherish Garrett's memory are his children, Garrison George and Megan Smith; mother, Donna George; brother, Rob George and wife Christine; uncles Jim Mitchell and wife Jeanie, and Eddie Waggoner. Also left are cousins Roby George and wife Victoria, Madyson George, Doug Mitchell, Dawn Nichelson and husband Philip, Lauren Nichelson, Logan Nichelson, and Stephanie Ruth; second cousins, Addison Mitchell, Mac Mitchell, Slater Ruth, and Rickki Ruth. 

Visitation for Garrett will be held from 5-7 PM on Monday March 18th, 2024 at Johnson's Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 at First Christian Church's Courtyard. Interment will follow at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Online condolences for the George Family may be left at www.Johnsons-FuneralHome.com.

Robert Allen Halbert (Bob, Bobby, Bobo, "Hubert"), "Larger Than Life", born on March 13, 1947 in San Angelo, TX began his trail ride in Heaven on March 12, 2024. 

Bob excelled in all sports in high school and attended McMurry Univ. on a football scholarship. He received his BA degree in Physical Education and History. In 1969, Bob played semi-pro football for the Ft. Worth Braves. He coached and taught in McCamey and Iraan, TX. He then decided he needed to make more money and began a career as a Scout (the "best job in the oilfield") for Exxon Oil in Midland, TX. In 1982 he joined his brother Dan in operating Halbert LPG of Eldorado, TX until retirement in 2009. 

Bob overcame numerous (over 100) procedures and surgeries including a heart transplant in 2014. He was involved in many community organizations, was a 32nd Degree Mason in San Angelo Lodge 1260, the Suez Shriners in San Angelo, SA Gun Club, and a member of First Baptist Church, San Angelo. 

Bob loved life and lived it to the fullest or as he would say: "don't look back, they might be gaining on ya!" He was a man's man!! He had a killer smile, was happy, always joking, looking for a good time, and always had a story to tell with friends. He loved crappie fishing, trail rides, shooting, loading bullets, and poker. He and Billie loved their trips to Winstar. Bob was always sitting on "GO!" He loved his family and was so proud of his kids. 

He is survived by wife of 37 years, Billie Halbert, son Jarrod McCarroll (Staci) of Lenexa, KS, daughters: Tuesdee Obadiah of Leander, TX, Kauli Halbert of Burleson, TX, and like-a-son Jason Polser (Margaret) of Canyon Lake, TX. Grandchildren are Jagger McCarroll, Iris and Edie Obadiah, Taylor and Dylan Hines, and Dylan Floyd. Also survived by: brother Dan Halbert (Allene) and sister-in-law Judy Dover (Wade) and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Frankie Halbert, and brother Jay. 

Bob will be sorely missed by his best buddy, David Darnell, and his coffee buddies Dan McClung, Ronnie Roach, Burl Terrill, and many other lifelong friends. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. 

Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Johnson's Funeral Home, San Angelo, TX. 

And as Bob would say, "Add-ios!"

Ronnie Evans, 82, of San Angelo passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024.

Memorial services will be planned at a later date. Arrangement services are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Evans was born on September 20, 1942 in Charleston, South Carolina to Roy and Mildred Evans. Ronnie was raised in Odessa. Ronnie was a member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association, PRCA. He was a bull rider and rancher in his early years. He then had a very long career in the oil and gas industry until he retired. Ronnie married Judy Stout on April 26, 1963. They would have celebrated 62 years of marriage this year.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and their beloved son, Kevin Dean Evans.

Ronnie is survived by his loving wife, Judy; his daughter, Kelly Childers and her husband Tommy; a daughter-in-law, Chelli Evans; a brother, Lance Evans; five grandchildren, Gary Lucas, Josh Little, Kristin Bone, T R Childers, and Jake Childers; 12 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

James Barnett Miller III, 76, of San Angelo passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024.

Graveside services will be at 1:00 PM Monday, March 18, 2024 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens with Frank Berthold, of North Chadbourne Church of Christ, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Miller was born on August 14, 1947 in Lubbock. He a graduated from the University of Texas with a masters of pharmacology. He was a pharmacist at Community Hospital for over 20 years. James married Margie McGara on November 4, 2013. His hobbies included participating in barbecue and chili cook-offs. He was a strong willed, big hearted gentleman with a large smile. James loved baking and eating cookies with the kids and was affectionately known as the "cookie monster". One of his favorite leisure activities was sitting on his front porch and watching nature.

He is preceded in death by a son, Kyle Miller.

James is survived by his wife Margie; 4 children Drew Miller and wife Tena, Missy Doggett, Heather Chagolla, and Brandy Moore and her husband Thomas; and seven grandchildren.

Ray Smith, 77, of San Angelo passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at home surrounded by his family.

No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Paul Carbajal, 60, of San Angelo, Texas passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Shannon Hospital. He was born in San Angelo on August 20, 1963 to Gilbert and Antonia Carbajal.

Paul met and married his wife Juanita Carbajal on May 5th, 1979. Together they had 6 children and raised 4 grandchildren. Paul then started his career as a plumber at the age of 15 and continued working until he became blind. He finished his plumbing career at McCarley Plumbing. Paul then started a new career at the West Texas Lighthouse in 2015 making pens which he was proud of even though having a disability. As Paul stated " Era plomero y ahora soy plumero." He wasn't just good at his job, he was a wonderful husband, Father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Paul was a proud member of the Kingdom Hall and had a passion for Jehovah's World. One thing about Paul he had a strong faith. He always was looking forward to one day being able to see again and be free of any health issues such as doing dialysis 3 times a week. He is now at peace, no more pain, no more suffering.

Paul was preceded in death by his brother, Daniel Carbajal; sister, Violet Ybarra; and brother-in-law, Richard Ybarra.

He is survived by his wife, Juanita Carbajal, his parents, Gilbert and Antonia Carbajal; siblings, Yolanda Ahmuda, Sylvia Carbajal, Victor Carbajal, and David Carbajal; his loving Children, Paul Anthony and wife Claudia, Isaac and fiancée Kristina, Marisol and fiance Lorenzo Fuentes, Gilbert, Othniel (OT) and fiancée Brenda, and Javier; 19 Grandchildren, whom he adored so much, Pablo, Valeria, Daniela, Lucas, Julian, Hayden, Bella, Daniel, Jazmyne, Savannah, Leo, Cash, Estella, Nathaniel, Camren, Isaiah, Violet, Richard, and Zavier; he was also happy he was going to have his 1st great-grandchild this year; 19 nieces and nephews, whom he loved dearly; and so many other close family members that meant so much to him.

Paul will be remembered as a loving, caring person. He loved sitting outside, listening to music, barbecuing, and traveling. He loved being surrounded by his family and friends, having a good time. He always had a helping hand to anyone and everyone. He was also known for always putting other's needs first before his own. He always wanted everyone to be united together. Everyone knew him as Papo/Whapo.

The family would like to thank everyone at Fresenius Kidney Care San Angelo for all the help.

"Do not be amazed at this, For the hour

Is coming in which all those in the memorial

tombs will hear his voice" (John 5:28)

Pall Barriers: Camren, Julian, Daniel, Isaiah Nathaniel, Hayden, Pablito, and Zavier.

A visitation will be held on Monday, March 18th, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, with a special talk from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Robert Massie Chapel.

Heaven's gates opened to let Janice Pelzel in on March 16, 2024. Janice was born on January 3, 1946, in Bakersfield, CA.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Buster and Ruby Fickling and her in laws, Bill and Doris Pelzel.

Janice is survived by her husband, David Pelzel, her sister, Ruby Fickling and brothers, Richard and Jerry Fickling, sisters-in-law, Marie Stewart and Ann Johnson, her daughters, Kathy (David) Novian of San Angelo, TX, and DeDe (Shane) Smith of Ira, Tx and her sons, Mikel (Sommer) Pelzel of Miles, TX and Daniel (Tasha) Pelzel of Robert Lee, TX. Her legacy of love includes 9 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and family. A celebration of her life will include a Rosary at Harper Funeral Home on Sunday, March 24 at 6 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 25 at Sacred Heart Cathedral followed by internment at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. A family meal will follow at Sacred Heart.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Catholic Outreach or a charity of your choice.

Connie Sue Richardson, passed into the hands of her lord Saturday morning March 16, 2024. She was 63 years of age. Connie was born in Thomas Oklahoma on March 25, 1960. She grew up in Oklahoma where she was the youngest of seven children. She attended Oakwood Schools and graduated from Canton High School in 1978 where she was active in band as the drum major and active in Basketball. She received the John Phillips Sousa award and the Sharp and Nichols outstanding musician award. After graduation she went to work for United States Gypsum Company. She then moved to San Angelo and worked for Producers Livestock and the Cargile Family whom she deeply loved and respected for 29 years retiring in 2022. She married Mike Richardson on July 24, 1990. Connie had two sons who she cherished deeply, Derek Kisich, and Lance Richardson. Connie’s greatest joy was her granddaughter, Alexandra. Connie loved life and her family and friends. Connie had a special side kick Jan Hughes who she texted at the least hourly.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Sisters Clorus Amen, and Sally Crelly, Brothers Leroy, and Gale Walker.

She is survived by her husband of 33 years Mike Richardson, Son Derek Kisich and Myra of Tuson, Arizona, and Lance Richardson of Ogalla, Nebraska, one brother Clyde Walker of Eagle City, Oklahoma, and one sister Ann Griffith of Davenport, Florida, and numerous nieces and nephews who loved her dearly. May God rest her soul.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M., Tuesday March 19, 2024, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 2:30 P.M., Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Harper Funeral Home. The Burial will be at Eagle City Cemetery, in Eagle City, Oklahoma.

Memorials may be given to a charity of your choice.

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