Stephen Michael Easley, born February 18, 1945, in Olney, Illinois, peacefully passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on October 21, 2025, in San Angelo at the age of 80. He was the beloved son of Elmer and Betty Easley.

Steve and his family moved from Clay City, Illinois, to San Angelo in 1951. He attended McGill and Santa Rita Elementary Schools. The friendships he made at Santa Rita followed him to Lee Jr. High and San Angelo Central High School where he graduated in 1963. These long-life friendships were very special to him. He went on to obtain a BBA degree from Angelo State University in 1970.

Steve had a long successful career with Landers Automotive and Paint Specialty selling automotive supplies and paint. He made many dear friends at dealerships and body shops around town. They could always count on his expertise and knowledge about products and paint.

He had a special talent and fondness for old cars, working tirelessly fixing them up. His work was meticulous. He and his wife, Barby, loved the “Street Rod” family and all the fun events they attended throughout the years. Watching football and NASCAR were at the top of his spare time activities. He was an expert at flipping channels on the remote. Trips to Rockport fishing with his brother-in-law, Rick, and sister-in-law, Donna, brought him joy. On one such trip, he cast his line and caught a sea gull.

Steve is survived by his loving wife, Barby; his children, Evan (Mel) of Los Lunas, NM, Rachel (Steve) Young of Gilmer, TX, Stephanie Anglin of Huntington, TX, Jeff (Whitney) Schkade of Mansfield, and Jaret Schkade of Dallas, TX; seven grandchildren, Jayden, Justin, Wilson, Parker, Madison, Skylar, and Dakota; siblings, Suzanne (Don) Hageman, and brother, John G. Easley of Tulsa, OK; and last but not least, his little brown dachshund, “B Boy” Bailey.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Betty Easley, and siblings, Bill and Bob Easley.

Steve will always be remembered as a man with a quiet and calm demeanor, love for family and friends, and some sort of cap on his head.

The family would like to thank and express gratitude to Gentiva Hospice for their compassionate, loving care. A special thank you to his angels, Tina and Monica, whose love, kindness and care lightened the load and brought him joy.

A family celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to West Texas Boys Ranch or Meals for the Elderly.

"In The fulness of time a life's journey ends but love once shared continues to live. And beyond this day, that love prevails"

Gene's life journey ended October 21, 2025, and in the blink of an eye he began his new life with his Savior Jesus. Born December 23, 1927, in Colton, OK to William and Lula Bell Gladden.

When Gene was 4 years old his family moved to Kilgore, Texas where he lived until after his high school graduation. He excelled in his grades, was an avid baseball player, playing 3rd base. May 1948, he moved to Odessa, Texas and began a 40-year career in the oilfields. 36 years with Getty Oil co., 4 years with Texaco, then Chevron. During the years he worked he never lost a day of work due to an accident on the job. May 11, 1951, he married Frances Liles in Wellman, Texas Being married 74 years. There were two children, Dana and Wendell. In 1969 he was transferred to Monahans, Tx and retired December 1, 1988, as a production and drilling foreman.

After his retirement he became more active in his church and the community. In Monahans, working on the Church kitchen committee he DECLARED to any and every one that no one could make mashed potatoes as good as his co-worker, Maxine Rowan, and himself. He always said the secret was "the butter". He delivered meals to the elderly, drove cancer patients to Midland and Odessa for their treatments. He helped Baptist Men Builders repair and upgrade churches in various areas of Texas Gene loved to read and study the bible until his eyesight no longer allowed him to.

Gene always thought playing golf was crazy, crazy, but decided to try it, bought a cheap set of clubs and taught himself to play on a 3 hole course at Pyote, Tx He became to really like the game In the years he played he had (3) holes in one In 1993 he and Frances moved to San Angelo. He continued to stay active, working around the church, delivering meals to the elderly. Gene's life journey was hard work, loving and serving his Lord, loved his family so very much, loved his country He gave God all the credit for his many years of a good life He was a member at Glen Meadows Baptist Church

Preceding him in death was his son Wendell, his parents, one sister and 3 brothers. He is survived by his wife Frances. Daughter Dana Gray (Larry) grand kids, Shaun, Amy, and Misty, 4 great grandsons and 1 great granddaughter

To the Gentiva Hospice team, Dr. Owens, Myra, Sam, Brandy, Jaclyn, Clint, Janet, you are the very best. Your compassion and care are appreciated beyond words. God Bless you now and as you serve others. To the Open-Door Sunday School Class at Glen Meadows Baptist Church, your prayers, calls and cards means so much.

Instead of flowers please donate to your favorite charity.

"Sing oh sing of my Redeemer, with his blood he purchased me, On the cross He sealed my pardon, Paid the debt and made me free."

Elvie Jo Smith, 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Jo, the eldest of nine children. was born to Belva and Woodrow Rainwater on August 3, 1938, in Eola, Texas. A graduate of Eola High School, Jo went on to earn her nursing degree in 1978. She worked as an LVN for over thirty years before retiring. Jo was an avid reader and a Star Trek fan. She loved teddy bears and also had a large collection of VHS movies, which she enjoyed.

Jo married Rance Obenchain and they had one son, Charles Wayne, before they divorced. She later met and married James Smith in 1965. They moved to Eden, Texas, where they had three more children: David James, Rickey Joe, and Laurie Ann.

Jo was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Billy Rainwater, Jimmy Rainwater, Larry Rainwater, Jackie Rainwater, and sister, Janie Crabtree; husband, James Smith; and sons David James and Rickey Joe Smith.

Jo is survived by son Charles Obenchain, daughter Laurie Hayes, and daughter-in-law, Mandi Smith; grandchildren Merenda Obenchain; James Obenchain (Katherine); Frankie Hutchings (Brittney); Brittni Borja (Marcial); Leandra Hunter (Michael); Alexis Luther (Steven); David Hutchings (Jessica); Chanelle Smith; Donna Smith; and Becky Smith; thirty great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandson on the way, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Flowers and cards can be sent to Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas. Viewing will be at Harper Funeral Home, from 12:00pm - 7:00pm, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, October 22, at 11:00am at Eden Cemetery, in Eden, Texas.

Sharon Kay Bingham, 76, passed away Sunday, October 19, 2025, in Robert Lee.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM with a family visitation from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Graveside service will be at 1:00 PM Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens with Pastor Cody Turner, Associate pastor at PaulAnn Church, officiating. Burial and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Bingham was born May 23, 1949 in Freemont, Ohio to Walter and Sylvia Gressman. Sharon married Ronny Bingham, Sr. on January 9, 1967 in Tacoma, Washington. He preceded her in death on March 10, 2017. She has been a resident of San Angelo since 1982. Sharon was a waitress for Henry's and La Casa Blanca. She would babysit her grandchildren. Sharon loved getting her nails done, and watching daytime soaps. She loved listening to Elvis Presley.

Survivors include her two sons, Ronny Bingham, Jr. and wife Laura of San Antonio, and Danny Bingham and his ex-wife Shayna Kiser (Bingham) of San Angelo; a daughter, Donna Campbell and husband Diarmid of Grape Creek; a step-daughter, Tammy Bingham; a sister, Pat Gressman; six grandchildren, Adrienna, Rebecca and husband Weston, Marissa and husband Braylon, Zach, Haleigh, and Tyler. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Richard Gressman.

Oralia G. Fernandez, 90, of San Angelo passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025.

Public viewing will be from 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM on Friday, October 24, 2025 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at 12:00 PM on Friday, October 24, 2025 at Calvary Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Fernandez was born on December 10, 1934 in San Angelo to Enrique and Brunilda Rodriguez Garza. She finished her schooling in Metairie, Louisiana and resided there for most of her adult life. She married her first husband, Andres D. Cortez and he passed away in 2000. Later she married Sammy Fernandez on April 6, 2004 in Las Vegas. He passed away on April 11, 2016. Oralia was a homemaker to her six children. She enjoyed to sewing, crocheting, do puzzles, play Mahjong tiles and going to the casinos with Sam. She loved watching Judge Judy, dance and loved her Chihuahua dog, Rocky. Oralia was kind-hearted, strong-willed and a little spicy.

She is preceded in death by a daughter, Rosa Linda Cortez; three sisters, Yolanda Gatzka, Rachel Zapata, and Amelia Garza; and two brothers, Enrique Garza I and Enrique "Jr" Garza II.

Oralia is survived byr five children, Elsa Waltman and husband Bill of Colorado, Debora Tullgren of Nevada, Oralia "Lala" Cortez of Chalmette, Louisiana, Andrea "Deedee" Uyemura and husband Mark of California, and Andres "Andy" Cortez, Jr. of San Angelo; four sisters, Mary Fernandez of San Angelo, Adelita Morales and husband Joe of Abilene, Brune Torres and husband Richard of Midland, and Leticia Sanchez of San Angelo; seven grandchildren, Brandy, Garrett, Gareth, Mason, Kate, Lynda, and Ashley; 7 great grandchildren; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

In Lieu of flowers please make donations to Interim Healthcare of San Jose, LLC in San Jose California.

Eryn Fiana Bruce, 42, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025, in San Angelo.

There will be a viewing from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Memorial service will be at a later date at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Eryn was born November 12, 1982 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Eryn was a life long resident of San Angelo. Eryn enjoyed doing arts and crafts. She loved going to San Angelo community events throughout the year. Eryn was preceded in death by her mother, Avelyn Bruce.

Eryn is survived by her Day Break family, where she will be deeply missed.

Edmund “Ed” Frank Klepac, 92, passed away peacefully at home in San Angelo, Texas, on October 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born November 22, 1932, in Hobson, Texas, to Frank Joseph and Ida Ulrich Klepac, Edmund lived a full and impactful life dedicated to faith, family, and service. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.

Ed proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for four years, receiving an Honorable Discharge for his dedication and commitment. Following his military service, he devoted over 25 years to Angelo State University as the Maintenance Supervisor, ensuring the campus community benefited from his diligent work. He also demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit as a Watkins Distributor and Catholic Life Insurance salesman.

A lifelong Catholic and devoted parishioner of the Cathedral Church of the Sacred Heart, Edmund found solace and strength in his faith throughout his life serving in numerous ministries. He was a dedicated mentor and coach, generously volunteering with YMCA Little League and instilling valuable life lessons in young players. He was the BIGGEST cheerleader and most enthusiastic supporter for his five children and grandchildren at countless sporting events attending and celebrating their every endeavor. Ed’s love extended to his wife, his family, and the natural world; he poured his heart into landscaping, nurturing his pecan trees, and finding peace in the rhythm of mowing his lawn and tending his garden.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Virginia Kozelsky Klepac; his children: Douglas Klepac, Carla Klepac Hernandez (Steve), Henry Klepac, Pamela Klepac-Tulensru Wilson (Don), and Kathleen Klepac; his grandchildren: Wesley Klepac (Shannon), Stephen Hernandez, Cody Klepac (Jetton), Kristen Hernandez Montgomery (Connor), Casey Klepac, Victoria Tulensru (Jeremiah Harrell), Hannah Hernandez, Annaleah Tulensru, and Noel Nehemiah Tulensru; 14 cherished great-grandchildren; and his siblings, Elizabeth Klepac and Wenzel “Windy” Klepac.

Edmund was preceded in death by his parents, his granddaughter Hayley Klepac, his brother Sylvester “Shorty” Klepac, and his sister Bernice Klepac. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Visitation: Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM, with a Rosary beginning at 6:30 PM at Harper Funeral Home.

Funeral Mass: Friday, October 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Cathedral Church of the Sacred Heart, officiated by Rev. Msgr. Larry J. Droll. Entombment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Our family is deeply grateful to the teams at Shannon Home Health, Gentiva Hospice and Live Well. Their loving care and professional support brought peace of mind to our family and allowed him to be comfortable at home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to “Meals for the Elderly”, “Catholic Outreach Services”, “Arbor Day Foundation or a Living Tribute”.

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