On Friday, February 23, 2024, James Scott Heroy was called home to the Lord. He was born on October 23, 1964, to Sidney Peter Heroy and Donna L. Heroy in New Brunswick, NJ. He is survived by Angie Heroy; son, Colten Heroy and his wife, Arabella Heroy, and their son, Noah; daughter, Rebekah Heroy; sister, Cathy Wood and her husband Twig Wood; sister, Kelly Olgetree; and brother, Matthew Heroy. He was also a light to his many nieces and nephews whom he loved very much as well as his entire church family. 

In his early years, he enjoyed competing in bull riding events and worked at the stockyards in San Antonio before finally settling in San Angelo. There, he worked at Producers for many years until eventually he answered the call to be an LVN where he could show his kindness and love to others in need. In 1990, he attended and quickly became a pivotal member of Immanuel Baptist church. His strong faith in the Lord drove him to serve wherever was needed, including driving the bus, organizing the greeters and offertory, teaching Sunday school lessons, and most recently becoming a Deacon of the church. Scott’s pride and joy were his children and he delighted in their accomplishments. He took great pleasure in the latest news of his first grandchild. 

Visitation will be at Johnson’s Funeral Home, on Wednesday, February 28 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral Services will be held the following morning at 10:00 am at Immanuel Baptist Church. From there, everyone will proceed to Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens for the burial. Scott Heroy was a man of faith and a beloved family member. He will be greatly missed.

Joe Lopez, Jr., 51, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024, in San Angelo.

No services at this time. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Lopez was born September 1, 1972 in San Angelo where he attended Ft. Concho Elementary School. Joe moved to Wichita Falls and returned to San Angelo 8 years ago. Joe DJ'ed most of his adult life. He liked to play pool and drawing. He was an avid collector of Comic Books and like Comic-Con.

Survivors include his son, Evan Lopez; his mother, Irma Lopez; two sisters, Irma Lopez and Lisa Lopez; three brothers, Adam Lopez, Alex Lopez and Henry Lopez; two aunts, Margaret Lopez and husband Ricardo and Patricia Ponce; a nephew, Jessie Lopez; and many cousins.

Dennis Ray Moran, 71, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024, in Christoval.

Memorial service will be at a later date. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Moran was born July 12, 1952 in Louisina. Dennis has been a longtime resident of Christoval. He was owner of Moran Towing in Colorado for 15 years. Dennis had a strong belief in God. He liked working on motorcycles and fixing things. Dennis enjoyed riding his Harley.

Survivors include his children, Ann Maher, Eric Kolster, Samantha Malloy, Melissa Moran, Scott Harper, and Nicole Scott; 10 grandchildren, Thomas Malloy, Justin Malloy, Anna Moran, Skylar Moran, KaKayla Moran, Hunter Greathouse, Hayden Greathouse, Haylie Garcia, Haven Hudson, and Brooke Leigh; and 4 great grandchildren, Valen, Savannah, Addison, and Cassidy. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Pastor Dick and Viola Moran.

Donald Neil McLaughlin, age 89, of Dallas, Texas passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.

He was born April 10, 1934, in San Angelo, Texas, and passed away peacefully on February 21, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. He was the son of William Ray McLaughlin and Velma Garner McLaughlin. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Nora R. Boswell and Ann Billings.

Don is survived by his sister Phyllis Gay Grauke and husband Clyde; nephews Travis Billings, Steve Boswell, David Boswell, and Kevin Grauke; nieces Lezlie Bargsley and Heather Grauke; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. 

Upon graduating from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Don moved to Dallas, Texas, where he lived for the rest of his life. During his working career he worked for the accounting firm of Arthur Anderson, Teledyne Merla, and Haliburton.

Don’s greatest ambition was to travel the world, and he accomplished this by visiting over 50 countries during his lifetime. He was a lifelong patron of the Dallas Symphony, as well as other Dallas arts.

A Graveside service for Donald will be held Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Fairmount Cemetery, 1120 West Avenue N, San Angelo, Texas.

Family and friends may leave online condolences for the family at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com.

Wilma Joyce Ripple Lichnovsky, 89, of San Angelo, Texas, died on February 21, 2024.

Wilma was born April 12, 1934, in San Angelo, the first child of Frank R. and Helen (Young) Ripple, Jr. Soon after graduating with the San Angelo High School Class of 1952, she married Eldon Joseph "E.J." Lichnovsky on July 13, 1952. Wilma lived in San Angelo throughout life and thrived in the motor freight business. Beginning as a secretary at Merchant Motor Lines, she soon joined Sunset Motor Lines and remained with the organization and its successors for 44 years. From 1986 until retirement in 1996, Wilma was manager of the San Angelo terminal for ABF Freight System, performing direct sales and supervising the efforts of as many as 30 office personnel, loaders, and drivers. Breaking through the glass ceiling, she was her region's sole female terminal manager and one of the USA's first female motor freight terminal managers. Although busy with her full-time job, she found time to take continuing education courses in Real Estate and Finance at Angelo State University, resulting in a plunge into the residential rental business she was actively involved in until her death.

Wilma (aka, Sis, Mom, Gram, Grammy, More Gigi) was the matriarch of a family she loved dearly. She taught us all the value of hard work, independence, and, most importantly, the value of family and loving one another. Wilma enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, walking, touring, and dancing, and she was always ready for a casino trip. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time and going on trips with her family and friends. Her love of family extended beyond her direct circle, and she always looked forward to the annual Gus Young family reunion, where she stayed connected to her extended family.

At a San Angelo High School reunion in 1998, she renewed her friendship with classmate Charles Koberg, and they became partners and traveling companions for the next 20+ years. Wilma was a past member of the Wall Brethren Church, Concho Pearls Lions Club, Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW, Elks Lodge, NDTA, and the San Angelo Singles Club. She volunteered at Lion's functions, including Rodeo concessions and pancake breakfasts. She also volunteered at the Meals for the Elderly and The Salvation Army.

Her parents, her husband, a stepson Randy W. Lichnovsky, her brother-in-law Jerry Martin, her nephew Michael Martin, her son-in-law Charles "Skip" Harless III, and her special friend and companion Charles Koberg preceded her in death. She is survived by daughters Katherine Harless of Irving, Kandis Binyon of San Angelo, Diana (Bill) Perkins of San Angelo, and Tonice (Don) Hulse of Saint Augustine FL. There are seven grandchildren: Christopher (Brandon) Womack of Coronado CA, William Harless of Los Angeles CA, Brandi (Robert) Mapel of San Angelo, Whitney (Justin) Garay of New Braunfels, Cody Binyon of San Angelo, J.D. (Cortney) Hulse of Birmingham AL, and Jordan Hulse of Avondale AZ. She leaves seven great-grandchildren: Braxton Womack, Kasen Garay, Kinsley Garay, Presley Harless, Collins Mapel, Harper Hulse, and Hayden Hulse. Her sister Priscilla Martin, nephew Kenny Martin, and niece Tammy Easterly of OK. She also leaves the extended families of Judy Lanzafame, Ruth Lichnovsky, Charles Harless IV, and Ely Harless.

A special thank you to Dr. Kristy Edwards and Staff and Brandy from Visiting Angels for their care and support.

Visitation will be at Johnson’s Funeral Home on Sunday, February 25, 2024, from 2:00-4:00pm. Graveside services will be Monday, February 26, 2024, at 10:00am at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

The family requests donations, instead of flowers, to Meals for the Elderly, 310 E. Houston Harte Expy, San Angelo, TX, 76903 or Shriners Hospital, 2900 N. Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607.

Santiaga Garcia Chavez, age 87 of Eldorado passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2024. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady Of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment was in Eldorado Cemetery. Survivors include sons Oscar and Freddie Chavez and daughter Christina Chavez.

Daniel Aguilar Martinez, 89, a humble and honest man of unwavering faith passed away peacefully Sunday, February 18, 2024, in San Angelo, surrounded by his family, after a long life filled with love.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Daniel was born July 22, 1934 to Nicholas and Isabel Martinez in San Angelo. He lived a life guided by his Christian beliefs. He found solace and strength in his faith, which guided him through life's joys and challenges. Daniel was a devoted family man caring for his children and grandchildren. He cherished spending time with his greatest joy, his family, imparting his wisdom and values with love and gentleness. His simple acts of kindness and sincerity touched the hearts of all who knew him. A man of few words but great integrity, Daniel lived by the principles of honesty, compassion, and humility. He believed in treating others with respect and dignity, and his life exemplified these virtues in every interaction.

Daniel was employed by Gandy's Dairy in San Angelo, the San Angelo State Supported Living Center, and self-employed as a carpenter for many years while living in Dallas. He had many cherished friends that he shared wonderful memories with throughout the years. 

Daniel is survived by his two daughters, Criselda Martinez of Texas and E. Danielle Martinez (Beverley) of Austin; two sons, Daniel "Bobby" Martinez (Carmen) of Moses Lake, Washington and Jimmy David Martinez of Grand Prairie; one sister, Mary Martinez of Dallas; nine grandchildren, and 24 great grandchildren; along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Daniel was preceded in death by his beloved mother and father; two cherished sons, Damian Tyrone Martinez, Sr., and David Gutierrez; one grandson, Donovan J. Sanchez, Jr.; two brothers, Macario Martinez, and Nicholas Martinez, Jr.; and one sister, Esther Pena.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Meals for the Elderly, 310 E. Houston Harte Expy., San Angelo, Texas 76903, a local church, or charity of your choice.

Though Daniel may no longer be with us, his legacy of faith, simplicity, and honesty will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Scott Anthony Prindes was born June 16, 1950, passed away peacefully February 21, 2024.

Scott was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from Loyola Academy in 1968. He earned a bachelor’s from Drake University. At the end of his military duties, he was stationed at Goodfellow AFB and decided to make San Angelo his home. He enrolled at Angelo State University earning a second bachelor’s degree and master’s Degree. Scott later worked for Angelo State until retirement.

A Visitation will be held at Harper Funeral Home from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, Sunday, February 25, 2024. A Funeral Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Cathedral at 10:00 AM, Monday, February 26, 2024, with burial to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

He was married to Barbara Menn on March 19th, 2000. They had almost 24 wonderful years together. They enjoyed a lot of laughter, love, and togetherness.

Scott is survived by wife Barbara, brother Mark and wife Colleen, daughter Jennifer Hughbanks, daughter Heather Winans and husband Chris. Scott also had five grandchildren Matthew, Dakota, Amber, Brayden, and Bryce. New to our family is great grandson, Miles.

The family would like to thank all the loving, caring, compassionate employees at The Springs Memory Care facility. Also Dr. Frolano, for the love and caring she has shown the family. The family also wants to thank Genvita Hospice for the above and beyond care and love they have shown the family during this journey.

Shirlene (Chickie) Sahleen Klein, 87, went to be with her Lord on February 19, 2024.

She was born to Gladys and Gunnard Sahleen on September 1, 1936. She is survived by her loving husband and caregiver, Ken, sister Jan Capps of Portland, Oregon and brother and sister-in law Bob and Alice Sahleen of Oregon City, Oregon and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 2 at 10:00 A.M. at Sierra Vista United Methodist Church.

Shirlene lived a very multifaceted life. She started playing piano and organ at a very young age and was playing in church as a teenager. After graduating from high school in Portland she attended several bible colleges where she played piano for gospel quartets.

She went on to graduate from the University of Oregon and started a career in teaching in Huntington Beach, California. She also played organ in several large churches in the area. She then took a job teaching in the federal poverty program in the Watts section of Los Angeles. She saw first hand the challenges young kindergarten children faced living in this area. Her graduate work helped her became a career counselor at the University of Southern California. Shirlene went on to join President Richard Nixon's administrative staff at the Western White House in San Clemente, California. Just before the Watergate scandal hit she was transferred to San Diego, California to open a new Federal government Information center in the lobby of City Hall. It was there she met her future husband Ken who had to walk by her every day to his job as Assistant City Planning Director. They were married 6 months later in LaJolla, California. She loved to square dance and enrolled Ken in accelerated square dance lessons soon after they returned from their honeymoon. This resulted in them attending square and country western dances several times a week throughout much of their marriage. She also liked to travel and they visited many countries in Europe, the middle east and far east. During a visit to Israel she was baptized in the Jordan River.

Shirlene had a very strong entrepreneurial spirit and decided to obtain her California Real Estate Brokers license and opened Klein Realty in San Diego with a partnership with a apartment broker in Dallas, Texas. She would send her investor clients to Dallas and the other Broker would close the sales. She soon realized the opportunities in investing in apartments and convinced Ken to retire at age 42 and become a real estate investor, developer and Realtor. She found properties to purchase in California, Arizona . Utah and Texas and then turned them over to Ken to close the sales and manage. This resulted in them moving to Dallas and then to San Angelo when she found a property for Ken to develop on Lake Ivie.

When they moved to San Angelo they opened Klein Realty with Shirlene serving as the Broker. While she spent much time working on the company she realized her first love was really music. This resulted in her playing piano in local nursing homes, substitute playing organ in several local churches and also playing for the San Angelo Singing Boys. In 2001she was hired by Sierra Vista United Methodist Church to play piano and organ. She held this position for nearly 17 years until she suffered a stroke.

Shirlene looked forward to gospel month each year when she would crank up the piano with gospel music while church members were arriving for a service. She also loved her country and military and would play special songs on Memorial Day, 4th of July and Veterans Day like Salute to The Troops, Stars and Stripes Forever and God Bless America.

Shirlene will be remembered by her husband Ken for her love and support and influencing his career and spiritual life. She will be remembered by Sierra Vista Methodist Church for her god given musical talent.

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